Backup power

The Eugene Water & Electric Board is offering residential and commercial loans for backup power systems.

Residential electric customers may qualify for up to a $5,000 zero-interest loan

Commercial customers may qualify for a four percent interest loan, with the loan amount based on project details and eligible costs.

Purchasing a backup power system can help increase safety and resiliency in a power outage. Our Backup Power Program assists customers with the purchase and installation of a backup power system to safely power critical components in a home or small business during an emergency. Backup power systems can include generators or battery storage systems.

Learn more about the program and eligibility at tinyurl.com/5chap2ce

Arts activities

The Lane Arts Council is looking for artists interested in leading arts activities with students in the McKenzie School District. The program is supported by a four-year grant to fund artists who will lead Friday programs and hope to connect students with local artists as much as possible.

An informational meeting will be held at the Vida McKenzie Community Center on Wednesday, September 25th, from 11 a.m. to noon. The meeting will also include a Q&A session about Lane County Cultural Coalition grants that are currently available.

More information about the artist residency program is available at: lanearts.org/artist-residencies

People who can’t make the meeting can email: [email protected]

To the future

Great Scott! When Marty McFly found himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changed the course of history.

“Back to the Future,” the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical it's coming to Eugene in 2024. Part of the Hult Center’s Broadway in Eugene series, it is scheduled from December 3rd to 8th at the Silva Concert Hall.

The Hult Center Ticket Office is open to the public Tuesday – Friday from noon to 5 pm, and Saturday from noon – 3 pm, online sales are available anytime, and phone sales are available during normal open hours. 541-682-5000 or hultcenter.org/events/back-to-the-future