Sure you have friends–but are they royalty? Become a fan

Become a Face Book friend of the SLUG Queen by visiting her FB page here and clicking on ‘Become A Fan’

You will then be the first to know about Slug Queen Balls, Coronation, and Arts and Cultural Events in Eugene involving Her Royal Highness.

Thanks to the District (Oak and 13th) and the talents of DJ KaatSkratch , the 2009 SLIME BALL was a huge success. The SLUG Queen danced and delivered door prizes while raising money for  Birth To Three.

Queen Slugtoinette was proud to welcome Oregon Native and famed film director James Ivory to the Slime Ball where they enjoyed pastries and cake by Sweet Life, the new french Patisserie ‘Caramel’, and cupcakes made by the queen herself from a recipe by her friend Amy Sedaris.

Birth To Three is a private non-profit organization that provides parenting education and support to families with young children. They bring parents of young children together to:

• share parenting experiences,
• increase their knowledge of early childhood development,
• learn about community resources, and
• create support networks among themselves.

The Marie Slugtoinette and all of the SLUG Queens are proud to support Birth to Three.

If you live in Eugene, you know that the slugs around here love to enjoy he local food and produce and have no problem boldly laying down a glittering iridescent trail to let you know exactly where they have been!

The SLUG QUEENS have created their own SLUG TRAIL to let tourist and locals alike know just where to find the local royal jewels! Just follow this guide to Eugene’s finest, most creative hot spots where you may be surprised to find Slug Queen themed confections, art and other unique Eugene goodies.

Slug Queen Favorite Coffee stops

Slug Queens move a bit faster than your average slug. Here’s the secret: Legendary NW coffee starts right here in Eugene!  Wandering Goat Organic Coffee (541 520-9439) created a Royal Slug Queen Coffee Blend to honor the queens, and they roast their own coffee right on the premises.

The SLUG Queens also give their royal stamp of approval to Hideaway Bakery for a lazy morning with the dog and paper, The District where you can compare Portland’s famous ‘Stumptown’ coffee to Eugene’s own ‘Wandering Goat’,  Mid Town Market Cafe perfect spot to meet over a latte, and Supreme Bean Coffee Company a bright cheery cafe carrying baked goods from Sweet Life and Kakua Chocolates!

Eugene Cafes and Nibbles

Divine Cupcakes

Marche Provisions

Nib Dessert and Wine Bar, 769 Monroe St. 485-1269 artisan Kekau Chocolatier- Shane Tracey and his wife Tiffany opened the little red door of their most recent endeavor…Nib Dessert and Wine
Bar, a charming and relaxing escape. Be challenged by Shane Tracey’s adventurous flavor pairings — chanterelle mushroom tort, for instance, or pumpkin pie with maple caviar. Or how about an orange soufflé with passion fruit sorbet?

off the waffle Sweetly crunchy on the outside with a doughy interior, the authentic Liege-style waffles from the new Whiteaker spot — Off the Waffle (740 Van Buren; 606-4348) are served in a paper sack as to-go street food, as they traditionally are in Belgium.

Holy Donuts vegan, gluten-free and still delicious. For about a year now, Karen Nunley has owned and run Holy Donuts, which produces doughnuts and pastries free of pesky ingredients like dairy, gluten, trans fats and cholesterol.

The Rabbit Located in the Woodfield Station business complex at 29th and Willamette. The menu explicitly states “No substitutions” and “No ketchup.” While Musgrave acknowledges that some people might have trouble with this concept, she quickly points to its benefits: keeping prices affordable by wasting less food (substitutions = less efficiency, y’all), and putting more control in the hands of chef Gabriel Gil, who recently left Red Agave to commit full-time to The Rabbit.

Sweet Life Patisserie 755 Monroe Street 541-683-5676

Sam Bond’s Garage

Territorial Vineyards 541.684.9463  907 West Third Avenue

La Perla produces pizza in the style traditional to Naples, where pizza originated in the 1600s. It’s a craft closely governed by the Verace Pizza Napoletana (“verace” is Neapolitan slang for authentic). The VPN has codified every ingredient that
comes together to produce Neapolitan pizza, from the design and temperature of the 100 percent wood-burning oven to the toppings and the ingredients of the crust they are baked onto. La Perla Pizzeria Napoletana, 1313 Pearl Street, is open from 5 pm to 10 pm daily. 686-1313; www.laperlapizzeria.com

Shopping

Gifts Guide

The 2010 SLUG Queen slimes aboard!

Eugene welcomes Her Royal Majesty QUEEN SLUGASANA the 2010 SLUG Queen UO Alum and long time Eugene resident Jerril Nilson takes the crown at the 28th Annual Slug Queen competition and coronation. The competition is a tongue-in-cheek parody of a beauty pageant which ends in the selection of a new queen who takes the mantle of Unofficial Ambassador of Eugene. During her ‘rain’, the new queen fulfill certain duties including presiding over the Eugene Celebration parade, cutting the opening ceremonies ribbon at the Jacob’s Gallery’s Mayor’s Art show, throwing a benefit ball, giving a benediction speech at the Maude Kern’s annual Jello Art Show and MCing events throughout the year. Read more about 2010 Queen Slugasana on the MEET the QUEENS page.

Perennial favorite contestant Daniel Borson wins the hearts and minds of Eugenites withhis lyrics

You’re Never Fully Dressed Without Some Slime
(to the tune of “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” from Annie)

Hey, Hippie Guy! Hey, Theta Chi!

You’re both lookin’ prime,
But brother, you’re never fully dressed without some slime.

Your clothes may be organic free trade
With no corporate crime,
But sister, you’re never fully dressed without some slime.

Who cares what they’re wearing,
What fashion is out or in?
It’s not the clothes upon your back
But what oozes from your skin
That matters.

So, Kitty, dear, our city here
Is simply sublime.
Remember you’re never fully dressed,
Though you may wear your best.
You’re never fully dressed without some slime.

Next Summer
(to the tune of “Tomorrow” from Annie)

The sun’ll come out next summer.
Bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow
There’ll be sun.

It’ll soon be the end of summer.
Winter’s such a long and gloomy bummer
And no fun.

When I’m stuck with a day that gray and soggy,
I just stick out my eyes, arise and cheer. Oh!
The sun’ll be back next summer,
So you gotta hang on to this summer,
Hold it dear.
It’s summer! It’s summer! In your heart it’s summer.
To warm you throughout the year.
It’s summer! It’s summer! In your heart it’s summer.
To warm you throughout the year!

WebMaster Queen Slugtoinette Designed the 2010 Poster

Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail~ Harold R. McAlindon