Friday, April 3

Art About Agriculture. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Fine art and craft that explores visual storytelling inspired by agricultural experiences and observation. Personal story, history, heritage, mythology, poetry, research, and data support this thematically rich exhibit. This juried touring exhibition features the work of 52 artists representing 35 counties throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Visit Art About Agriculture Touring Exhibition | Giustina Gallery for more info.

Carol Chapel. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. This exhibition offers a body of work shaped by attentive observation and a profound connection to Oregon’s natural beauty. Carol Chapel’s compositions reflect a deep sensitivity to color, pattern, and form, inviting viewers into an intimate dialogue with the place and pace of rural Benton County. Chapel draws inspiration from the fields, gardens, and wooded areas surrounding her rural studio and home. Visit Carol Chapel | Giustina Gallery for more info.

From Airwaves to Algorithms. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Discover how media shaped public life, changed how people interact with the world, and brought families together in front of screens, radios, and newspapers. Through historic objects, interactive displays, and multimedia presentations, visitors will journey through decades of change, learning how information has gone from one-way broadcasts to interactive, personalized experiences. Visit From Airwaves to Algorithms: The Evolution of Family Media – Benton County Museums for more info.

From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.

Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.

Family Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Library Storytime for all children. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Family Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Drop in Storytime for children and their caregivers. Visit Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Animal Husbandry. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Ketzia Schoneberg’s mixed media paintings and drawings constitute as temporal self-portraiture, depicting animals and the female figure within a psychospiritual framework and an expanded notion of species sentience. These feminist works combine elements from her active dream life, longstanding meditation & visualization practices, cultural background and familial relationships to create a complex interplay of intimate scenes. Visit Animal Husbandry | The Arts Center for more info.

Reformation. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Working across painting, sculpture, and installation, Kim Smith Claudel creates work that exists in deliberate flux. Her process-driven approach embraces the ephemeral, the decaying, and the mundane; building visual systems that resist completion. Reformation is a process of re-forming material, as well as an act of challenging the rules we rarely question. Visit Reformation | The Arts Center for more info.

Teen Advisory Group. 2^nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. Join the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and have a say in making the library a more awesome place. Be involved in the community and meet new people while helping to plan teen events. Apply to join. Visit CBCPL Teen Advisory Group for more info.

Family Fun Night. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Featuring STEAM activities, art, and games to create a memorable family experience. Visit Family Fun Night | City of Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Friday Night Lights. Downtown Corvallis. 5 – 8 pm. From live performances and gallery walks to family-friendly activities and after-hours shopping, Friday Lights is a chance to experience downtown in a new way. Visit Corvallis Friday Night Lights for more info.

Meet Your Streets History Tour. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Free, reservation required. A 45 minute, in-person gathering to explore and connect with the history of Corvallis’ vibrant streets. Engage with fellow learning and history enthusiasts while exploring downtown Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.

Hilltop Big Band. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info

The Room with Greg Sestero. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm doors, 8 pm start. Cost: $20/advance, $25/presale. Greg Sestero, co-star of The Room and bestselling author of The Disaster Artist returns for this special screening of The Room. Visit The Room with Greg Sestero | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Us & Them and Linda Zaerr. Grass Roots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Tickets available at the door, $5-20 sliding scale. A benefit concert for the Corvallis Celtic Festival with Us & Them and Laura Zaerr. Visit Us & Them and Linda Zaerr | Grass Roots Books for more info.

Saturday, April 4

Corvallis Spring Recycling Event. 110 NE Walnut Blvd, Corvallis. 8 am – 2 pm. There is no charge for residential customers bringing household quantities of recycling. Items that can be brought to the event include yard waste, clean wood – no plywood, pressure-treated, stained, or painted wood, scrap metal, large appliances, including those that contain freon and electronics such as mobile devices, TVs, and computers. Materials that will not be accepted at the event include household garbage and household hazardous waste. Visit Corvallis Spring Recycling Event | City of Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St, Corvallis. 9 am. Food, produce and artisan goods available. Visit Corvallis Indoor Winter Market for more info.

Tax Assistance by Appointment. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Tax Assistance offered by AARP Foundation Tax Aid, with a focus on elderly and low-income participants. Call 541-250-0268 to schedule. Visit Tax Assistance | CBCPL for more info.

From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 10 – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.

Government Comment Corner. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10 am. Say hello and ask questions about your local government. Featuring Ward 9 Councilor Tony Cadena. Visit Government Comment Corner | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Saturday Stories. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 am. A storytime for children of all ages. Storytime is a drop-in program: first come, first served. Space is limited due to the room capacity and to provide a positive, safe environment for all. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Visit Saturday Stories | CBCPL for more info.

Tween Writing Workshop. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 1 pm. 4^th and 5^th graders. An hour of focused writing time in a calm and supportive environment. Writing prompts and snacks will be provided along with the opportunity to receive feedback. Visit Tween Writing Workshop| CBCPL for more info.

Unlocking Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. A community engagement program at The Arts Center that invites you to experience exhibitions in fresh and meaningful ways. This month’s offering is focused on Kim Smith-Claudel’s Reformation. Visit Unlocking Art – The Arts Center for more info.

Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. 1:30 – 3 pm. Free. Share concerns, ask questions, meet other parents, and discuss infant feeding topics. A lactation consultant will be available to weigh baby, offer support, and set up further appointments if needed. Visit Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group – Pollywog (pollywogfamily.org) for more info.

Poetry Salon. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3 pm. An afternoon of shared words, quiet reflection, and community connection. All are welcome. Participants may bring poetry to read, listeners are appreciated as well. Visit Poetry Salon | CBCPL for more info.

Toon Townies. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10 at door. An all ages variety show filled with cartoonish characters from tv and movies new and old. Visit Old World Center Events for more info

Ted Chiang: The Art of Science Fiction. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $25/general, $5/student. A former technical writer in the software industry, Ted Chiang explores how science fiction dramatizes the process of scientific discovery and imagines new technological futures. He wrote the novella Story of Your Life, which served as the basis for the 2016 film Arrival. His most recent story collection, Exhalation, was named one of the best books of 2019 by both The New York Times and Barack Obama. Visit Ted Chiang: The Art of Science Fiction | PRAx for more info.

Terpsichore. The Majestic Theatre, 211 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm and 7 pm. Cost: $18/general, $16/students and seniors. A celebration of the joy of dance. For over a decade, this beloved community dance concert has brought together studios and choreographers from across the Mid-Willamette Valley in a dazzling showcase of every imaginable style. Proceeds support the Majestic Theatre’s mission to provide a home for local dance. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Molly Has No Neck. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Enjoy The Ride. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/same day. A Corvallis, Oregon-based wide ranging musical adventure from the 70’s to today. Visit Enjoy the Ride | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Sunday, April 5

From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.

Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.

Back to the Future. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown. Visit Back to the Future | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Back to the Future. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown. Visit Back to the Future | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Monday, April 6

Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Open House. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 5 pm. The City of Corvallis is creating a new Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan that guides forest management over the next ten years. This event is an opportunity to learn about the plan. Discover details about current and future forest conditions of the Corvallis Forest, decision-making processes, and planned activities for the next 10 years. Family-friendly activities will be available. Visit Forest Stewardship Plan | City of Corvallis for more info.

City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Visit City Council Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info.

Tuesday, April 7

Tuesday Morning Greeters: Jackson Street Youth Shelters. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 8:30 am. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Events | Benton County Board of Commissioners for more info.

Cloning Since Dolly. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Dues for the Academy of Lifelong Learning are $110/year. Presenter: Cecily Bishop, Director of Reproduction Lab in Animal Sciences, College of Agricultural Sciences, OSU. Dolly, the first cloned sheep, arrived 30 years ago, making headlines. Cloning of pets – usually owned by celebrities – still sometimes makes the news. But behind the headlines, cloning technology has continued to develop for meat and milk production. Professor Bishop will describe recent developments in cloning and its continuing challenges, and will discuss other breeding techniques used today. Visit 2026 Spring Schedule | Academy For Lifelong Learning for more info.

Tax Assistance by Appointment. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Tax Assistance offered by AARP Foundation Tax Aid, with a focus on elderly and low income participants. Call 541-250-0268 to schedule. Visit Tax Assistance | CBCPL for more info.

Agricultural Extension Services County Service District Meeting. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Events | Benton County Board of Commissioners for more info.

Infant Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis.
10:30 – 11 am. Free every Tuesday for children 0-12 months old. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program: first come, first served. Space is limited due to the room capacity and to provide a positive, safe environment for all. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Infant Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Playtime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Children and their adults may visit and play with library materials in a group setting. Visit Playtime | CBCPL for more info.

Truckin’ Tuesday at the Memorial Union. Memorial Union Quad, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 11 am – 8 pm. A chance to try new foods and patronize local food trucks. Visit Truckin’ Tuesday | Oregon State University for more info.

Free Family Caregiver Support Group. Grace Center for Adult Day Services, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 1 – 2:30 pm. The support group is open to all family caregivers, whether using Grace Center’s services or not. Respite Care is available during the support group. Services are FREE for the duration of the support group. If the individual is not an enrolled participant, call in advance to discuss care needs. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Gentle Yoga. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Free. Class members learn simple, doable, gentle yoga practices and other practical mind-body exercises to improve breathing, posture, strength, flexibility, balance, rest, and mood. Sitting, standing, and mat postures will be offered. Bring personal mats/props if possible. Taught by Celinda Miller. Visit Gentle Yoga | CBCPL for more info.

Nurturing Parenting Education Class. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. Registration required, participation requirements, see website for details. Offered in partnership with Family Tree Relief Nursery. Snacks provided, transportation may be available. Visit Nurturing Parenting Education Class | CBCPL for more info.

READ Dogs. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Kids can practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs). Sign-ups are on-site and open at the time of the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Permission form is required and filled out on-site. Visit CBCPL | READ Dogs for more info.

Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Executive subcommittee meeting. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force (DVSTF) meetings. Visit Downtown Vitality Task Force | City of Corvallis for more info.

Worlds Beyond: Why Science Fiction Matters. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 4 pm. A conversation about the possible worlds imagined by science fiction. This panel brings together perspectives from professors who write science fiction, study it, and create the new technologies that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Presenters each have a unique expertise in science fiction. They include Annabelle Dolidon, Professor of French, Portland State University, Evan Gottlieb, Professor of English, Oregon State University, Kagan Tumer, Professor of Robotics, Oregon State University and Jenée Wilde, Associate Teaching Professor of English, University of Oregon. Visit Worlds Beyond: Why Science Fiction Matters | PRAx for more info.

Ideas Matter Series: Interpersonal Relationships and Artificial Intelligence. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Philosopher Shannon Brick suggests that there are at least two different reasons to worry about using AI to navigate interpersonal matters, even when doing so stands to improve the quality of our decisions. Attention to these reasons helps foreground what we stand to lose when we uncritically prioritize efficiency, on the one hand, and the avoidance of interpersonal conflict, on the other. Visit Ideas Matter Series: Interpersonal Relationships and Artificial Intelligence | PRAx for more info.

Graphic Novel Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Graphic Novel Club | CBCPL for more info.

Trivia Night at Common Fields. Common Fields, 545 SW 3^rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. General Trivia, 6 team max. No cost to enter, fun prizes for winning team. Visit Common Fields| Calendar for more info.

Philomath Evening Book Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 6:30 pm. Copies of book club books are available monthly at the Library’s front desk. Visit Evening Book Club | Philomath Community Library for more info.

Juno Driver, The Unbridled, Pyrocene. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Wednesday, April 8

Tax Assistance by Appointment. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Tax Assistance offered by AARP Foundation Tax Aid, with a focus on elderly and low income participants. Call 541-250-0268 to schedule. Visit Tax Assistance | CBCPL for more info.

Philomath Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 am. An interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Visit Philomath Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Toddler Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Aimed at 1-3 year olds. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program: first come, first served. Space is limited due to the room capacity and to provide a positive, safe environment for all. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Toddler Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Squishtivities. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am. An adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity. Visit Squishtivities | CBCPL for more info.

Random Review: James: A Novel by Percival Everett. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. Random Reviews are a deep exploration of a selected book by a reviewer with expertise on the topic or theme of that book. This month’s Random Review is James: A Novel by Pervical Everett, reviewed by Tracy Daugherty, Distinguished Professor of English and Creative Writing, Emeritus, Oregon State University. Visit Random Review | CBCPL for more info.

Teen Sketch Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Grades 6-12. An hour of studio time filled with new art challenges, contests, learning and practicing new techniques, and lots of fun. Visit Teen Sketch Club | CBCPL for more info.

Kitten Yoga. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 6 – 7 pm. Cost: $25/ticket. Little furballs available for adoption will be roaming the room during a gentle yoga class, taught by Rachell Hoffman. Class is followed by a brief kitten socialization time. Visit Benton County Museum Kitten Yoga for more info.

Live Music. Common Fields, 545 SW 3^rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Common Fields Corvallis for more info.

2026 Frenkel Series: Implications Found in Ancient Trees of the OSU McDonald-Dunn Forest. Virtual Only. 7 pm. Registration requested, free. Learn how local ancient Douglas-firs help gain insight into how ancestral Indigenous cultural practices, including fire, reflected and impacted the human experience and why it matters for current forest management. With Dr. Meg Krawchuck and Charles Drake, OSU researchers. Visit 2026 Frenkel Series | CBCPL for more info.

Damon and The Steel West. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Newly formed pedal steel trio. Visit Old World Center Events for more info

Earth Words: The Pacific Northwest’s Premier Environmental Writing Showcase. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Earth Words will feature celebrated writers sharing stories that help us imagine new futures, deepen our love for the world, and resoundingly speak up for justice. Featuring authors Marina Richie, Rena Priest, Ferris Jabr, Garrett Hongo, and Lauren Markham. Emceed by Jennifer Sahn, the editor-in-chief of High Country News. Visit Environmental Writing Showcase | PRAx for more info.

Thursday April 9

Tax Assistance by Appointment. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Tax Assistance offered by AARP Foundation Tax Aid, with a focus on elderly and low income participants. Call 541-250-0268 to schedule. Visit Tax Assistance | CBCPL for more info.

Preschool Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Library Storytime aimed at ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Preschool Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Senior Book Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Ages 50+. Registration required. Featuring The Wedding Dress Sewing Circle by Jennifer Ryan. Visit CBCPL | Senior Book Club for more info.

Urgent Questions about Artificial Intelligence. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Dues for the Academy of Lifelong Learning are $110/year. Presenters: Laurie Bridges, Professor & Humanities Librarian, OSU and Director of AI Literacy Center, and Kiri Wagstaff, Special Advisor on Artificial Intelligence to the OSU Libraries. As artificial intelligence becomes woven into daily life– facilitating our web searches, assisting in medical diagnosis, and offering companionship –questions arise about how to interface with it. To explore those questions and potential answers, the speakers will begin with a foundational explanation of how AI works, then examine its real-world implications for values such as privacy, authenticity, and safety. They will also discuss current AI policy and regulation and will solicit ideas and opinions from class participants about this pervasive technology. Visit 2026 Spring Schedule | Academy for Lifelong Learning for more info.

Council Work Session. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council work sessions. Visit Council Work Session | City of Corvallis for more info.

Five Common Estate Planning Strategies. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. An educational presentation providing basic understanding of the five most common strategies in estate planning. Discussion includes differences between a Will and a Trust, powers of attorney, reducing estate taxes, eliminating interference from Medicaid, and more. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Visit Five Common Estate Planning Strategies | CBCPL for more info.

Wild Hog in the Woods. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Friday, April 10

Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Drop in Storytime for children and their caregivers. Visit Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Teaching Chinuk Wawa at Community College. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. Free, donations accepted. Chinuk Wawa is an Indigenous language of our region which is being revitalized as the community language of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and the Chinook Indian Nation. Since 2006, it is also offered as a college class via Lane Community College. The college language program has played many roles, helping tribal language workers to build their proficiency, helping Indigenous students connect to their ancestral language, providing a starting point for further study of other Indigenous languages, and introducing non-Indigenous students to elements of the language, cultures, and issues of Native people in our region. Visit Lecture: Teaching Chinuk Wawa at Community College | Corvallis Museum for more info.

Friends and Foundation Big Book Sale. Benton County Fairgrounds Solar Building, 110 SW 53rd St, Corvallis. 1 – 4 pm, donors only, entry can be gained with 20 dollar donation at door, 4 – 7 pm, general entry for all. Browse over 30,000 high-quality used books to choose from, along with CDs and DVDs. Visit Friends & Foundation BIG Book Sale | CBCPL for more info.

Rainbow Social Hour. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. A safe social space for LGBTQ+ adults of all ages to make connections. Visit Rainbow Social Hour | City of Corvallis for more info.

Reading and Signing: M.M. Parks. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. M. M. Parks will be in store for a reading and signing of her book The Knowing Witch. The Knowing Witch is the first book in the brand new Omnis series, a spicy dark fantasy romance series with second chance, enemies-to-lovers romance, a unique nature-centric magic system, and distinctive world-building. Visit Reading and Signing: M. M. Parks | Grass Roots Books for more info.

Pale People with The Station. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A one-of-a-kind rock ensemble from Missoula, MT with an array of fun and interesting material. Visit Old World Center Events for more info

Tonality: America Will Be. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $25-35/general, $5/student. Two-time Grammy-winning Tonality is a different kind of choir: personal, vulnerable and formed to use extraordinary vocal beauty to stimulate conversations about issues important to us all. The choir sings to inspire, to innovate and to spark social change through the power of diversity. The newly released “Running From, Running To: A Musical Reflection on Ahmaud Arbery” will be presented as part of the program, also featuring selections from the choir’s other projects. Family members of Ahmaud Arbery will be present for a Q and A. Visit Tonality: America Will Be | PRAx for more info.