Friday, Nov 21
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. This installation is envisioned as a chamber for grief and spells. It calls upon the ability to cry, framing tears as vessels that hold the weight of grief for vanishing species and fractured ecologies. These contemporary lachrymatories serve as symbolic gestures—holders for tears that activate not only the calming functions of our parasympathetic nervous system but also its wandering potential, inviting spells of deep connection, acts of care, and listening. Visit Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells | Oregon State University 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.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Preschool Science Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Corvallis.
10:30 am. Aimed at preschoolers. A special reflection-themed storytime, followed by hands-on activities that encourage the exploration of literacy, science and math. Visit Science Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Red Cross Blood Drive. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 11:30 am – 5 pm. To check eligibility or to make an appointment, contact the Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or go to redcrossblood.org. Visit Blood Drive | CBCPL for more info.
School of Public Policy Seminar Series. Bexell Hall 328, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Featuring Gagandeep Sachdeva, University of California, Santa Cruz presenting “Relative skills in the classroom: Teachers’ gender differentiated impacts on test scores and course grades.” Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series | OSU for more info.
Practical Ways to Manage Dementia “Behaviors.” Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Dr. Helen Kao from Lumina Hospice and Palliative care for a free community lecture about dementia. Learn practical steps for ‘diagnosing’ dementia behaviors, explore non-pharmacologic options for managing behavior symptoms and try a wide assortment of real tools and devices to help with dementia care. Visit Practical Ways to Manage Dementia “Behaviors” | CBCPL for more info.
Solastalgia: Reliquaries for the Anthropocene. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis, 12 pm – 5 pm. The reliquaries, shrines and altarpieces created for this exhibition ask the viewer to contemplate what is truly sacred in the world. In an age of human-driven climate change, Charles F. Pitz has created a creative response to the experience of “solastalgia” – a homesickness and distress one feels when surrounded by rapid environmental decline. Visit Solastalgia | The Arts Center for more info.
Philomath Annual Tree Lighting. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Annual tree lighting, featuring Santa, the Philomath Rodeo Queen, Lil Knight, free cookies, doughnuts, and hot cocoa. Visit Philomath Annual Tree Lighting for more info.
Viennese Ball. Memorial Union Ball Room, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/DanceSport members, $15/students and family members, $25/community members. Held by DanceSport at Oregon State University, this is a formal evening celebrating dance, music, and community. Guests can enjoy performances by our club members, dance, and mingle over delicious food and drinks. Visit Viennese Ball | OSU for more info.
The Producers. The Majestic Theatre, 211 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $23/general, $21/students and seniors. Rated PG-13. The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all “little old ladies”) out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive “Springtime for Hitler”), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
An Enemy of the People. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/general, $12/children and seniors, free for OSU Students. A small town descends into chaos when Dr. Stockman makes a startling scientific discovery and attempts to warn the community about the looming catastrophe. Rather than accepting the facts, influential leaders conspire against the doctor for daring to speak truth to power, ultimately turning friends and neighbors against each other. Ibsen’s 1882 play is as relevant as ever in its exploration of politics, corruption, and speaking truth to power. Visit An Enemy of the People – Oregon State University for more info.
Day Ryker and the Rise. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A tasty concoction of original music spiced with deep-pocket grooves, musical adventures, and smooth but funky vocals. Opening set from Becky & Hailey Bird. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Twilight Trivia. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Twilight Theme Party. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Saturday, Nov 22
Corvallis Farmers’ Market. 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A bustling hub of activity and community connection. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park, the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Saturday Market 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 2nd 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.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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.
Teen Watercolor Workshop. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. Registration recommended, walk ins accommodated as possible. Grades 6 – 12. Learn to paint using watercolor with tips and techniques from this painting workshop. All supplies provided. Visit Teen Watercolor Workshop | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Tween Writing Workshop. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. 4th-5th grades. Registration required. Meet local author Tom Birdseye who will talk to the group about plot and characterization in writing. Then work on and receive feedback on personal writing projects. Visit Tween Writing Workshop | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Faculty Guitar Concert. Community Hall, Rm 303, 1650 SW Pioneer Place, Corvallis. 3 pm. Free. Music Guitar Instructor Cameron O’Connor is joined by guitarist George England (Sacramento State Univ.) for an invigorating afternoon of duo and solo music. Selections range from the classicism of Joseph Haydn’s early string quartets to Hirokazu Sato’s pop-influenced 12 Preludes, with solos and storytelling peppering the program. Visit Faculty Guitar Concert | OSU for more info.
November Swing Dance. Corvallis Odd Fellows, 223 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $15-20 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of funds. Monthly swing dance featuring the Black Swan Classic Jazz Band. Beginner lesson at 7. Individuals and partners welcome. Visit November Swing Dance | Corvallis Swing for more info.
OSU Lyric Workshop. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/general, students free. A creative space for students to explore many genres and aspects of singing performances. Whether it’s musical theater scenes, a full-scale opera production, or dinner entertainment at a winery, vocal performance students are being equipped to prepare a variety of roles to navigate an ever-widening range of venues and perform with poise and polish. Visit OSU Lyric Workshop | PRAx for more info.
An Enemy of the People. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/general, $12/children and seniors, free for OSU Students. A small town descends into chaos when Dr. Stockman makes a startling scientific discovery and attempts to warn the community about the looming catastrophe. Rather than accepting the facts, influential leaders conspire against the doctor for daring to speak truth to power, ultimately turning friends and neighbors against each other. Ibsen’s 1882 play is as relevant as ever in its exploration of politics, corruption, and speaking truth to power. Visit An Enemy of the People – Oregon State University for more info.
The Producers. The Majestic Theatre, 211 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $23/general, $21/students and seniors. Rated PG-13. The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all “little old ladies”) out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive “Springtime for Hitler”), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Haus of Dharma Presents: EAT IT. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/same day. 18+. Fundraiser drag show for Mid Willamette Valley Trans Support Group. Visit Haus of Dharma | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Holy Locust. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Sunday, Nov 23
Sunday Brunch with Revel’n. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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 2nd 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.
Celtic Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
An Enemy of the People. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $15/general, $12/children and seniors, free for OSU Students. A small town descends into chaos when Dr. Stockman makes a startling scientific discovery and attempts to warn the community about the looming catastrophe. Rather than accepting the facts, influential leaders conspire against the doctor for daring to speak truth to power, ultimately turning friends and neighbors against each other. Ibsen’s 1882 play is as relevant as ever in its exploration of politics, corruption, and speaking truth to power. Visit An Enemy of the People – Oregon State University for more info.
The Producers. The Majestic Theatre, 211 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2:30 pm. Cost: $23/general, $21/students and seniors. Rated PG-13. The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all “little old ladies”) out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive “Springtime for Hitler”), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Open 2 Mics. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 5 pm, 4:30 pm sign ups. Old World’s Open Mic Night. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Christmas Tree Lighting. Downtown Corvallis, 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Live music, festive treats, and the countdown to the tree lighting as the waterfront sparkles to life. Visit Christmas Tree Lighting | Downtown Corvallis Organization for more info.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm.
Cost: $8/advance. $10/door. Visit Visit Monty Python and the Holy Grail | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
OSU Lyric Workshop. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/general, students free. A creative space for students to explore many genres and aspects of singing performances. Whether it’s musical theater scenes, a full-scale opera production, or dinner entertainment at a winery, vocal performance students are being equipped to prepare a variety of roles to navigate an ever-widening range of venues and perform with poise and polish. Visit OSU Lyric Workshop | PRAx for more info.
Monday, Nov 24
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. This installation is envisioned as a chamber for grief and spells. It calls upon the ability to cry, framing tears as vessels that hold the weight of grief for vanishing species and fractured ecologies. These contemporary lachrymatories serve as symbolic gestures—holders for tears that activate not only the calming functions of our parasympathetic nervous system but also its wandering potential, inviting spells of deep connection, acts of care, and listening. Visit Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells | Oregon State University for more info.
Climate Action Advisory Board. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4:30 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend CAAB meetings. Visit Climate Action Advisory Board | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Tuesday, Nov 25
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. This installation is envisioned as a chamber for grief and spells. It calls upon the ability to cry, framing tears as vessels that hold the weight of grief for vanishing species and fractured ecologies. These contemporary lachrymatories serve as symbolic gestures—holders for tears that activate not only the calming functions of our parasympathetic nervous system but also its wandering potential, inviting spells of deep connection, acts of care, and listening. Visit Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells | Oregon State University 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 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 am. Activities aimed at preschool age. A reflection-themed storytime followed by hands-on activities that encourage the exploration of literacy, math, and science. Visit CBCPL | Preschool Science Storytime for more info.
Solastalgia: Reliquaries for the Anthropocene. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis, 12 pm – 5 pm. The reliquaries, shrines and altarpieces created for this exhibition ask the viewer to contemplate what is truly sacred in the world. In an age of human-driven climate change, Charles F. Pitz has created a creative response to the experience of “solastalgia” – a homesickness and distress one feels when surrounded by rapid environmental decline. Visit Solastalgia | The Arts Center 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 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Free Family Caregiver Support Group. Grace Center for Adult Day Services, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 2 – 3:30 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.
Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Downtown Environment/Safety Subcommittee. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Family Craft Night. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. All ages welcome, all supplies provided. Visit CBCPL | Family Craft Night for more info.
Trivia Night @ Common Fields. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd 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.
OSU Wind Symphony and Campus Band Fall Campus. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. Cost: $10/ticket, students free. The OSU Wind Symphony is an auditioned group in the music department at Oregon State University. It is comprised of undergraduate students and is open to students of any major. The group strives to bring masterworks of the genre to new audiences and explore works by emerging composers and compelling modern staples. The OSU Wind Symphony is directed by OSU Associate Director of Bands Olin Hannum. Visit OSU Wind Symphony & Campus Band | PRAx for more info.
Shrimp, Cosplay Jesus, Similar. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Wednesday, Nov 26
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. This installation is envisioned as a chamber for grief and spells. It calls upon the ability to cry, framing tears as vessels that hold the weight of grief for vanishing species and fractured ecologies. These contemporary lachrymatories serve as symbolic gestures—holders for tears that activate not only the calming functions of our parasympathetic nervous system but also its wandering potential, inviting spells of deep connection, acts of care, and listening. Visit Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells | Oregon State University for more info.
Corvallis Farmers Market. Riverfront, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A relaxed midweek event highlighting local agriculture. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Wednesday Market 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 | Benton County Museums for more info.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30. Free. Children of all ages and families are invited to an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Visit Philomath Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Playtime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am – 11:45 am. Children and adults can enjoy free play time directly after Philomath Community Library Storytime. Visit Philomath Community Library Playtime for more info.
Solastalgia: Reliquaries for the Anthropocene. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis, 12 pm – 5 pm. The reliquaries, shrines and altarpieces created for this exhibition ask the viewer to contemplate what is truly sacred in the world. In an age of human-driven climate change, Charles F. Pitz has created a creative response to the experience of “solastalgia” – a homesickness and distress one feels when surrounded by rapid environmental decline. Visit Solastalgia | The Arts Center for more info.
Connect to Tech. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate Ave, Philomath. 5:30 pm. A monthly meeting to explore and discuss a different internet-related topic with Pioneer Connect. Visit Connect to Tech | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Live Music. Common Fields, 555545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Common Fields Corvallis for more info.
Historic Resources Commission Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Historic Resources Commission | Benton County for more info.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm.
Cost: $8/advance. $10/door. Visit Monty Python and the Holy Grail | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Thursday Nov 27
Corvallis Turkey Trot. Crystal Lake Sports Park. 8 am. Registration required, available same day. Featuring a 1K Little Gobblers Walk/Run, 5k, and 10k. Start times are varied, shuttle available to race site, see website for details. Visit Corvallis Turkey Trot | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Friday, Nov 28
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. This installation is envisioned as a chamber for grief and spells. It calls upon the ability to cry, framing tears as vessels that hold the weight of grief for vanishing species and fractured ecologies. These contemporary lachrymatories serve as symbolic gestures—holders for tears that activate not only the calming functions of our parasympathetic nervous system but also its wandering potential, inviting spells of deep connection, acts of care, and listening. Visit Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells | Oregon State University 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 2nd 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.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Preschool Science Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Corvallis.
10:30 am. Aimed at preschoolers. A special reflection-themed storytime, followed by hands-on activities that encourage the exploration of literacy, science and math. Visit Science Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Solastalgia: Reliquaries for the Anthropocene. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis, 12 pm – 5 pm. The reliquaries, shrines and altarpieces created for this exhibition ask the viewer to contemplate what is truly sacred in the world. In an age of human-driven climate change, Charles F. Pitz has created a creative response to the experience of “solastalgia” – a homesickness and distress one feels when surrounded by rapid environmental decline. Visit Solastalgia | The Arts Center for more info.
Zeke, Eveu, Woodrow, Blackwood, and Ezeu. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
DJ Alejandro. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
A Merely Merrie Christmas Story: A Shakespearean Holiday Parody. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $17/ticket. Join local Shakespeare company Merely Player for a ridiculous Shakespearean send-up of the popular holiday classic, A Christmas Story. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.