Corvallis Calendar: Friday to Friday - The Corvallis Advocate

Friday, August 16

Liz Grant – Metalsmith. LaSells Stewart Center, Murdoch Gallery, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free. New to our artisan case in the Murdoch Gallery, and just in time for graduation gifting. The jewelry of Philomath, OR metalsmith Liz Grant is on view and available for purchase through September. Exhibition dates: June 7, 2024 – September 30, 2024. Visit https://lasells.oregonstate.edu/exhibit/liz-grant-metalsmith for more info.

Playdemonium. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. (donations are gratefully accepted) Playdemonium, a fusion of play and pandemonium, underscores the profound energy and enduring impact of playful experimentation in art. The exhibition explores the multicultural experiences of Chinese born artist, Coco Ma and New Zealand born artist, Robin Kerr. Both artists utilize playful and multifaceted abstraction to explore complex themes of identity and personal relationships. Every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until August 24, 2024. Visit https://theartscenter.net/playdemonium-robin-kerr-coco-ma/ for more info.

Jennifer Lommers: Of the Mind. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. Tuesday through Saturday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. until August 28, 2024. Admission is free (donations are gratefully accepted). Look into a room of blurred realities as Lommers explores the tenuous moments that connect our past, present, and future. Embracing fiber arts and vintage materials as a measured conduit for healing and reconciliation – this multi-disciplinary, interactive show provides a unique view of the mind, simultaneously trapped and free. Learn more Visit https://theartscenter.net/of-the-mind-jennifer-lommers/ for more info.

Crowned Splendor. LaSells Stewart Center, Murdoch Gallery, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Mon. – Fri., 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Free. Flowers have held human beings in their thrall since time immemorial. Crowned Splendor is a celebration of floral majesty and the compelling intricacy of botanical beauty. Showcasing their vibrant colors, delicate petals, and the timeless allure that flowers radiate. This exhibit delivers attendees an ocular love letter to these queens of nature. Exhibition dates: July 1 – August 23, 2024. Visit https://lasells.oregonstate.edu/exhibit/crowned-splendor for more info.

Friday Night Concert Series w/ Jon Deshler & Neal Grandstaff. Cardwell Hill Cellars. 24241 Cardwell Hill Dr, Philomath. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tickets are only $10, kids and dogs get in free! Cardwell Hill Cellars is excited to welcome Jon Deshler & Neal Grandstaff for an evening of music & wine!
Wine is available by the glass or bottle. Snacks are available for purchase but you’re also welcome to bring a picnic! Visit https://fb.me/e/27YWRsh6r for info.

King Youngblood at Common Fields. 545 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields for dinner and enjoy live music while you eat! Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. All of the concerts are family friendly. Visit Common Fields Corvallis Food Truck Pod – Home for more info.

Mountains of Diemos w/ Bikini. The Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. For info visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon.

Bard in the Quad: Julius Caesar. Memorial Union Quad, Oregon State University, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $12 – $17. Bard in the Quad returns for its 19th season with William Shakespeare’s thrilling historical tragedy, Julius Caesar. Et tu, Brute? When Julius Caesar, the popular leader, seems to be usurping power in order to position himself as Emperor, two influential Romans, Caius Cassius and Marcus Brutus, conspire a bloody assassination plot to stop him. While their murderous plans succeed, their beloved Rome is plunged into a dark period of chaos and violence. Set in an imagined future-world inspired by popular science fiction and fantasy stories, this production explores Shakespeare’s universal themes of power, betrayal, and the role that fate plays in all of our lives. A box office facility located in the center of the MU Quad opens each performance evening at 6:30 p.m. This is an outdoor performance and no seating is provided. Please bring blankets or lawn chairs and dress for the weather. Picnics are encouraged. Visit https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/svpda/theatre/events/bard-quad for more info.

Saturday, August 17

Oregon Senior Games: Disc Golf. Adair Park Disc Golf. 7299 NE Arnold Avenue. Corvallis. 9 a.m. Event Fee: $35. Are you 50 or older? Join the fun, friendly competition of the Oregon Senior Games throughout Benton County, Oregon. See a list of events & learn more at OregonSeniorGames.com. August 15–19. Visit Oregon Senior Games: Disc Golf • Oregon Senior Games for more info.

Corvallis Farmers Market. Downtown Corvallis, First Street, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Corvallis Farmers Market happens Wednesdays and Saturdays, April through November, on First Street in downtown Corvallis. The Farmers Market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy and more, which features a beautifully designed multimodal path along the river and a playful interactive fountain. Visit https://locallygrown.org/corvallis-saturday-market/ for more info.

Starker Summer Tours. Decker Road. Philomath. 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Meet at the Dan Farmer Tree Farm along Decker Road for a hike through the forest. The exact meeting location will be provided to registrants before the event. The tour with a forester will cover a wide range of forestry topics and practices. The hike will end back at your car by 11 a.m. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Transportation to the forest is not provided. Registration is required. To register call the Starker Forests office at 541.929.2477 or email recreation@StarkerForests.com. Learn more about Starker’s Summer Tours on their blog.

CIP Summer Park Tour. Lilly Park, 865 SE Lilly Ave., Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 12p.m. Explore Corvallis parks! A free and informal meetup for children and families. Location rotates weekly. Parent/guardian attendance required. Sponsored by Corvallis Indoor Park. Ages 0–12. FREE Event! Visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/15cRGpgfLstRJLf3AtMFIetTbJ0lv96gHWD1U3DAS6ts/ for more info.

Government Comment Corner. Belluschi Wing, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Everyone is welcome stop by to say hello and ask your questions about local government.
Visit Government Comment Corner | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

¡Los Cuentos! Bilingual Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. ¡Los Cuentos! is a bilingual storytime, in Spanish and English, for children of all ages. 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! Join us!
Visit ¡Los Cuentos! Bilingual Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Puzzle Swap. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Free. Bring your puzzles to swap! All ages and levels welcome.
Visit Puzzle Swap | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

LEGO Block Blast! Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St. Monroe, OR. 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Free. Bring your friends to the library and hang out playing LEGOs, listening to music, and having snacks! Visit LEGO Block Blast! at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Oregon Senior Games: Cornhole. The Elks Lodge Corvallis, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Registration Fee: $45, Event Fee: $5 per event. Registration Deadline: Aug. 4, 2024. Are you 50 or older? Join the fun, friendly competition of the Oregon Senior Games throughout Benton County, Oregon. See a list of events & learn more at OregonSeniorGames.com. August 3–4, 8–11 & 15–19. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec/page/oregon-senior-games & https://oregonseniorgames.com/oregon-senior-games-sports/oregon-senior-games-cornhole/ for more info.

Oregon Senior Games. Tennis. Timberhill Athletic Club, 2855 NW 29th Street, Corvallis. Registration Fee: $55, Event Fee: $5 per event. 12:30 p.m. Are you 50 or older? Join the fun, friendly competition of the Oregon Senior Games throughout Benton County, Oregon. See a list of events & learn more at OregonSeniorGames.com. August 3–4, 8–11 & 15–19. Visit Oregon Senior Games: Tennis • Oregon Senior Games for more info.

Majestic Theatre’s Picnic in the Park. Bruce Starker Arts Park. 4485 SW Country Club Drive, Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Free. Bring a blanket or folding chairs to Peffer Amphitheater at Bruce Starker Arts Park and enjoy an evening of some of your favorite Broadway songs sung by gifted singers. This event is free for all ages. Visit Picnic in the Park (majestic.org) for more info.

Skeleton Boy w/ Sunwell and Lady Larvea. The Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. For info visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon.

Henry IV: The Follies of Falstaff. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. Or Tyee Wine Cellars, 26335 Greenberry Road, Corvallis. $15 – $17. 7:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. Wacky drunken hijinks and tense political machinations trade off in this new conflated adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Henry IV Parts 1 and 2. King Henry IV of England is at his wit’s end with his firstborn son, Prince Henry (aka Hal). Instead of learning how to rule a country, Hal spends his days hanging out with the notoriously witty drunkard and all-around scoundrel Sir John Falstaff and his merry band of borderline criminals. Visit https://www.merelyplayersoregon.com/shows for more info.

Full-Moon Ghost & True Crime Tour. The Clothes Tree. 204 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 8 p.m. Admission: $29. Join this Ghost & True Crime History Tour at the spookiest time of the month – the full moon! – for a spine-chilling adventure. Get ready to delve into the eerie world of ghosts, murder, and grisly accidents. You’ll spend an hour hearing hair-raising stories outside the downtown Corvallis buildings where these hauntings, crimes, and accidents have been reported. You can soak up a little Corvallis history along the way! This spooky experience starts on the sidewalk outside the Clothes Tree and takes place outdoors, so remember to dress for the weather. Learn more and get tickets at EngageCorvallis.com.

Sunday, August 18

Oregon Senior Games. Tennis. Timberhill Athletic Club, 2855 NW 29th Street, Corvallis. Registration Fee: $55, Event Fee: $5 per event. 9:30 a.m. Are you 50 or older? Join the fun, friendly competition of the Oregon Senior Games throughout Benton County, Oregon. See a list of events & learn more at OregonSeniorGames.com. August 15–19. Visit Oregon Senior Games: Tennis • Oregon Senior Games for more info.

Philomath Farmers Market. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate Street, Philomath. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free. Empower local food growers, producers, and makers to contribute to a thriving localized economy. Improve the accessibility, affordability, and availability of food within our community. Create inclusive space to foster community building and gathering to encourage collaboration, understanding, and shared experiences. Visit https://philomathfarmersmarket.org/ for more info.

Sounds of Summer: Second Avenue Jazz. Airlie Winery. 15305 Dunn Forest Rd, Monmouth,
5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10. Based in Albany, Oregon, Second Avenue Jazz brings the best of live jazz including jazz standards and contemporary hits. Visit https://airliewinery.orderport.net/wines/Tickets for more info.

Egotones w/ Under the Clothesline and Phase IV. The Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
7 p.m. Free. For info visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon.

Monday, August 19

CIP Summer Park Tour. Lilly Park, 865 SE Lilly Ave., Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. Explore Corvallis parks! A free and informal meetup for children and families. Location rotates weekly. Parent/guardian attendance required. Sponsored by Corvallis Indoor Park. Ages 0–12. FREE Event! Mondays, June 17–August 26, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/15cRGpgfLstRJLf3AtMFIetTbJ0lv96gHWD1U3DAS6ts/ for more info.

City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 12 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_B2sye_tITIOgKVa8wnRSHg
Visit City Council Meeting | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Tuesday, August 20

Benton County: Board Meeting. 9 a.m. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. Zoom link will be posted by 8:15 am the day of the meeting. Visit August 20, 2024 Board Meeting – Benton County Board of Commissioners, Oregon (bentoncountyor.gov) for more info.

Little Listeners Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. Monroe Large Meeting Room. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Children of all ages are welcome to drop by with their parent or caregiver for stories and songs. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Visit Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Join for a family storytime in Central Park every Tuesday and Thursday in June, July* and August*! If the weather is inclement, storytime will be held in the Main Meeting room in the Library. Visit Outdoor Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

LEGO Day. Philomath Community Library. 1050 Applegate St. Philomath. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. Spend the afternoon building LEGO, DUPLO and K’NEX creations! All ages welcome. Visit LEGO Day | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

READ Dogs. Main Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. Bring your favorite book to read to a trained Reading Education Assistance Dog every Tuesday and Thursday in August! Permission form is required and available onsite. Limited spots available. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/read-dogs-extra-room-18167 for mor info.

Southtown Stand & Farmer’s Market. Flicker & Fir Farm. 1465 SE Alexander Avenue, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Every Tuesday through October 29. The Southtown Stand & Farmer’s Market hosts multiple vendors selling fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as other produce. You’ll also find animal products, international foods, vegan desserts, drinks, jams, pickles, plants, and more. There will be info booths, ready-to-eat food such as pizza and hearty salads, and more. It’s also child- and dog-friendly. Events – Flicker & Fir (flickerandfir.com)

Craft Night for Adults. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Main Meeting Room. 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Join us every third Tuesday of the month to try a new craft! August’s craft: polymer clay succulents. Supplies provided, or bring your own project and hang out with us. For ages 16+. Co-sponsored by The Arts Center and the Friends of the Library. Visit Craft Night for Adults | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Corvallis Community Band. Central Park Gazebo, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Join us at Central Park each week for a fun outdoor concert. Enthusiastic audiences always join these summer celebrations. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic dinner! FREE Event for All Ages! Visit The Corvallis Community Band | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

The Corvallis Community Band. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Free. Join for a fun outdoor concert in Central Park each week. Enthusiastic audiences always join these summer celebrations. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic dinner! FREE Event for All Ages! Central Park Gazebo Tuesdays, June 18–August 27, 7:30–8:30pm. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec/page/corvallis-community-band-0 for more info.

Wednesday, August 21

Corvallis Farmers Market. Downtown Corvallis, First Street, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Corvallis Farmers Market happens Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 9am to 1pm, April through November, on First Street in downtown Corvallis. The Farmers Market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy and more, which features a beautifully designed multimodal path along the river and a playful interactive fountain. Visit https://locallygrown.org/corvallis-wednesday-market/ for more info.

Kids Day at the Corvallis Farmers’ Market. 1st & Monroe. Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Visit our booth and join us for some crafts and games! There will be other fun booths with activities, givaways, and free snacks for kids! For more information see https://locallygrown.org/about-cafm/kids-day/ .

The Big Picture: American Quilts from the Volckening Collection. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath. 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. When museums first started hanging quilts on walls, it was groundbreaking. The quilts were presented as large-scale works of art — big pictures — and that’s when people really began to recognize the greatness of quiltmaking in America. It was a distinct visual art form, with a rich, vibrant history. Learn more. The Philomath Museum, located at 1101 Main Street in Philomath, is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until October 12, 2024. Visit https://bentoncountymuseums.org/exhibits/the-big-picture-american-quilts-from-the-volckening-collection/ for more info.

Infant Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Infant Storytime is 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 (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Children of all ages and their families are invited to join us for an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Visit Infant Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. 2nd Floor Classroom. 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Corvallis. 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring your computer or device or use one of ours. Library staff can help with basic computer tasks, using social media, managing photos, downloading eBooks and audiobooks, using email, filling out online job applications, and much more. Drop-in anytime during the hour. Visit Digital Life: Tech Help Lab | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (librarycalendar.com) for more info.

Corvallis Library Book Club. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. 2nd Floor Classroom. 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Book Club is open to everyone! We meet to discuss fiction and nonfiction every third Wednesday of the month, though this club will be on hiatus over the summer and will start up again in the fall. See https://cbcpubliclibrary.net/book-club/ for a list of the books we are reading. Email askalibrarian@corvallisoregon.gov to sign up and get links to the meetings.

R’Evelyn at Common Fields. 545 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields for dinner and enjoy live music while you eat! Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. All of the concerts are family friendly. Visit Common Fields Corvallis Food Truck Pod – Home for more info.

Dennis Monroe’s Funked Up Blues Jam. The Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Dennis Monroe’s Funked Up Blues Jam at the deli on the 1st and 3rd Thursday’s every month! For info visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon.

Thursday, August 22

Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Join for a family storytime in Central Park every Tuesday and Thursday in June, July* and August*! If the weather is inclement, storytime will be held in the Main Meeting room in the Library. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/outdoor-storytime-18672 for more info.

Monroe Baby Storytime. Monroe Children’s Area, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Join to read, sing, rhyme and move, followed by free play! Thursdays at 11:00 AM, for ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at storytime! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/monroe-baby-storytime-24 for more info.

Block 15 Beer School: Learn About Hops. Block 15 Brewery & Tap Room. 3415 SW Deschutes Street, Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Admission: $10. Join Block 15 for their Beer Education Class hosted every other month by the Brewery Team at their South Town Production Facility and Taproom. Each class is an in-depth learning experience from the brewery staff, focusing on a beer style or ingredient. For this month’s class, Block 15 will be covering one of their favorite beer ingredients: hops! On the cusp of fresh hop harvest season, they’ll go over their experiences with hop selection, introduce you to the concepts behind upcoming fresh hop beers, and discuss other significant aspects of working with hops and hop products. Visit Beer School: Hops — Block 15 Brewing for more info.

Easy Targets at Common Fields. 545 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields for dinner and enjoy live music while you eat! Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. All of the concerts are family friendly. Visit Common Fields Corvallis Food Truck Pod – Home for more info.

Leash Handling & Hike Prep Clinic. Peak Sports. 207 NW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. Peak Sports is hosting Adventure With Dogs. Visit Adventure With Dogs Poster.pdf – Google Drive for more info.

SAGE Summer Concert: The Church Ladies, Space Neighbors. Starker Arts Park Amphitheater. 4485 SW Country Club Drive, Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Admission: $5-$20/Person. Join the Corvallis Environmental Center for their annual outdoor summer concert series. Visit SAGE Summer Concerts | CEC (corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org) for more info.

Sarah Saul’s Jazz Jam. The Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Sarah Saul’s Jazz Jam every fourth Thursday. For info visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon.

Friday, August 23

Linus Pauling Resource Fair (Student Health and Resource Fair). Linus Pauling Middle School 1111 NW Cleveland Ave. Corvallis. 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. In partnership with the Corvallis School District and other community organizations, Casa Latinos Unidos (CLU) will be joining the Student Health and Resource Fair this month at the Linus Pauling Middle School. This resource fair is open to the community and will include the following: Support with applying for Operation School Bell [free clothing for eligible students], Free Dental and Hearing screenings, Sports physicals, Kids vaccines (COVID-19 included), Support with registering for school (registrars on site), Free Backpack Giveaway, School Bus Registration, Mobile Clinic through Samaritan Health Services, Community Resources and booths, Cultural events and activities. We’re also looking for a couple bilingual (Spanish and English) interpreter volunteers for this day! Use this google forms link to sign up:https ://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zvl6SanbXnqsuoK96rs-SPE6L7jssWsydk861o-gZdA/edit or reach out to Misael Enamorado at (541) 371-2189 or misael@casalatinosunidos.org for more information!

Big Fish Fest. OSU’s PRAx. 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Admission $22/Students $5. Start your night by mingling with shark scientists from Oregon State University’s dedicated shark program, the Big Fish Lab, while enjoying live music by the soul-funk band Outer Orbit, as well as food and drink. Make your way indoors to explore real scientific materials and videos. And conclude your evening with a once-in-a-lifetime experience: the world’s first contemporary jazz-accompanied dissection of an actual deceased shark from the beaches of Oregon. Visit Big Fish Fest | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Plaehn & Hino Blues Band. The Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Plaehn & Hino feature an acoustic and acoustic/electric blend of country blues, R&B and originals. Come check out some serious blues harp and slide guitar. For info visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon.

Midsummer Night’s Dream. Majestic Theatre. 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7 p.m. August 23, 24. Admission: $13-$15. Lovers, fairies, and clowns inhabit this, the most magical of Shakespeare’s comedies! Three intertwined stories weave in and out of the trees of the mysterious Midsummer forest. Visit Majestic Theatre | Performing Arts Center | Corvallis, OR for more info.

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