Connected Lane County

05/20/2026

Looking for free summer activities, community resources, and something fun to do with family or friends?

Join us at Bonanza at Booth-Kelly on June 13 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in Springfield.

This free community event brings together local organizations, hands-on activities, games, and information about housing, healthcare, food access, summer programs, and more.

Open to all ages. No RSVP needed.

📍 Spark at Booth-Kelly
303 S 5th St., Ste 150, Springfield

Learn more at connectedlane.org/bonanza.

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Bonanza is a community event with a live DJ, food trucks, a resource fair, STEM activities, a yard game tournament, door prizes, and more!

05/14/2026

We're so grateful for our community of engaged business partners who consistently show up for youth in our community! Huge thank you to everyone who attended the Hiring Fair!

05/08/2026

Kick off your summer with us at the 4th Annual Bonanza at Booth-Kelly ☀️

Join us on June 13 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Spark at Booth-Kelly (303 S 5th St., Ste 150, Springfield) for a free, all-ages community event.

Explore local resources, connect with community organizations, enjoy games and activities, and learn about summer opportunities all in one place.

No RSVP required. Learn more at connectedlane.org/bonanza.

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04/27/2026

What a weekend! 🎉 Huge congratulations to everyone who participated in the Marathon races! We’re so inspired by the energy, dedication, and community spirit on display.

We’re especially proud of our CLC team: 23 incredible runners who came together to raise over $10,000 in just our second year with the Run for a Reason program. Your commitment to showing up for the miles and for young people means so much.

It was an honor to see you represent our mission, advocate for youth, and cross that finish line strong. This is just the beginning of our Eugene Marathon journey. We can’t wait to do it all again next year! 🏃‍♀️💛

04/23/2026

Meet Team THIS, our 2025 codeORcreate winners. 🏆 A group of high schoolers from Eugene, Springfield, and Ukraine, who didn’t know each other before this experience, and walked away with new connections, a winning safety campaign, AND a presentation at the LTD Board Meeting.

We’re so grateful to for sponsoring this competition and for continuing to invest in young people across Lane County. This is exactly the kind of experience we hope every young person gets: a chance to solve a real problem, expand their networks, and surprise themselves with what they’re capable of. 💙

Swipe to see their work and presentation!

04/20/2026

Our recent Sewing with Spark event was a total blast! 🪡🧵 We spent three days watching these amazing makers learn, create, test, and enjoy community with others!

They learned how to use and troubleshoot sewing machines, practice hand-sewing techniques, and designed their own project with guidance from our staff and peer mentors.

One of our participants shared “I noticed that I am more patient with myself, especially when things don’t go the way I planned. It changed how I see myself as a creator, because now I feel like I can take on more challenging projects and finish them.” 🙌🏼

We’re so proud of this group and how they learned to challenge themselves with new techniques and explore the world of sewing!

04/14/2026

Are you curious about how our community stays powered and connected? There’s still time to register for Utilities Day! ⚡💧🔥

​​Join us on Thursday, April 16, at the Livestock Arena at the Lane County Fairgrounds for a fun, interactive event and see how companies like EWEB, SUB, NW Natural, and many more keep our region running every day!

This event is designed for students and young people, both in and out of school.

Teachers and youth can register by emailing [email protected].

Registrations will be closing soon, so don’t wait! ✨

📸 Photo Credit: Water & Electric Board

04/08/2026

🚀 Ready to kickstart your career?

We’re hosting a Hiring Fair just for YOU. Whether you’re looking for your first job or a new opportunity, this is the place to be.

📍 Where: Spark at Booth-Kelly (303 S 5th St. STE 150, Springfield)
🗓️ When: Thursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (90-minute sessions)

What’s in it for you?
✨ Connect with local employers ready to hire young people.
✨ Explore different industries and find your fit.
✨ FREE for all youth!

The last session is a "sensory safe" experience with lower lights and limited attendees for a quieter vibe.

Don't miss out! Visit connectedlane.org/hiringfair to learn more! 💼

The 2026 Hiring Fair is generously sponsored and supported by !

04/02/2026

Join your peers on Saturday, April 18, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Spark at Booth-Kelly in Springfield for the Voices in Color Summit, created by Black youth for BIPOC youth. The event is open to all youth in our community. Engage through interactive workshops, poetry, art, dance, and more!

Why you should attend:

✅ Build community with your peers
✅ Learn to amplify your voice
✅ Express yourself through art
✅ Free registration and food

RSVP at go.connectedlane.org/vics26!