As Civic Stadium went down in flames just a few weeks ago, childhood memories were lost.

Native Eugenians of all shapes and sizes are grieving over the incineration of the stadium they sat in during the summer months of their youth. But don’t fret, because Eugene has so much more to offer in family friendly entertainment.

Here are some spots to soothe the pain, reminisce on a simpler time, or take your parents when they visit.

The Saturday Market: Food, music, and a hand-crafted marketplace. Every Saturday from April through November, you can stop by the market at Eighth Avenue and Oak Street for Eugene’s finest family fun. Everyone will be satisfied at lunchtime with great options like pad thai and enchiladas. Your food will taste even better while you are enjoying live music. After lunch, you can peruse booths selling everything from hand-painted glassware to tie-dye. Before you go, don’t forget to walk through the farmer’s market across the street and take home some locally grown treats. Don’t forget to check out the drum circle.

The Eugene Public Library: Growing up, I looked forward to a trip to the library with my grandpa. The Eugene Public Library downtown is a great spot for any reader. Library cards are free for Eugene residents. Anyone else can purchase one. Complete with a coffee shop, this is the perfect place to get your book on.

Kesey Square: The livelihood of downtown meets at the intersection of Broadway and Willamette Street, where you’ll find a statue of Ken Kesey, a Eugene native, University of Oregon alumni and nationally recognized novelist (author of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest). Surrounding the courtyard are some of the best food spots in Eugene. Sizzle Pie, VooDoo Doughnut and Killer Burger are some Portland-based businesses that will please any foodie. I’d recommend coffee from The Barn Light and an acai bowl from Slurp to start any day strong.

Cuthbert Amphitheater: If you’re a concertgoer like me, you’ll love the Cuthbert. Catch a show here during the summer months for a great concert experience and a Eugene vibe. Whether you’re a rocker or more of a symphony type, the Cuthbert is sure to have a show for you.

Spencer Butte or Mount Pisgah: If you’re a hiker, Eugene has some awesome hikes that can be reached with a 20-minute drive. Spencer Butte is the easier of the two, but the view of the city is unbeatable. You’ll see everything from Autzen Stadium to Fern Ridge. Mount Pisgah is a bit more scenic. Either destination will leave you breathless.

Lone Pine Farms: If you’re willing to make the drive, Lone Pine Farms is the perfect place for family fun. Farm fresh fruits and vegies, cute animals and good ice cream — what more could you want? Also, in the fall, they host a haunted corn maze. There’s nothing more fun than ghouls and goats.

Alton Baker Park: Not far from campus and crowded with actual ducks, this is a great place to bring the family. Picnics or evening walks by the pond will make you fall in love with this park. I have tons of memories of throwing a Frisbee, feeding the ducks and walking the dog. The park is the venue for plenty of events throughout the year, so you might stumble upon a celebration as you stroll.

Skinner’s Butte: If I’m ever feeling down, Skinner’s is my getaway. It isn’t much of a hike, so most choose to park at the top to enjoy the wonderful view of the city. If you stand on the platform and look down, you’ll see a massive O. (Sco Ducks!) On one side of the butte, there is a killer rock climbing spot that is free and open for public use. In the evenings, this side tends to be quieter. If you walk up the stairs to the left of the wall and climb up the hill a bit, you’ll find a tree that’s great for sitting and looking out over Eugene. It’s one of my favorite places to be and it is butte-iful.