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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will host “Yozakura,” night viewing of the Akebono cherry blossoms, March 16 through April 6 in the North Mall at State Capitol State Park
Eugene, OR – According to the city officials, parks staff will illuminate the cherry blossoms with Japanese lanterns and lights nightly 6-9 p.m.
Visitors may bring blankets, camping chairs or an evening picnic to enjoy under the canopy of the illuminated trees.
The lanterns and lights create a striking and beautiful scene inside the park at night.
The Focal Point Photography Club of Dallas will be in the park March 23 at 7 p.m. to help photographers capture the perfect shot of the illuminated blossoms.
SamaZama, a koto and cello duo, will perform in the park March 30 at 7 p.m.
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will livestream the cherry blossoms on YouTube.com.
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