Calendar

Friday, July 10

Fire Season. LaSells Stewart Center, Guistina Gallery. 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Fire Season, sparks conversation around transformation, vulnerability, adaptation, and the elemental forces that shape our world. In the American West, fire season has become an annual reality tied to climate change, drought, smoke, displacement, and resilience. Yet fire also exists beyond disaster: as ritual, technology, energy, protest, illumination, passion, ceremony, and material process. Visit Fire Season | Giustina Gallery for more info.

CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.

Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | 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.

Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.

Urban Farm Program Farm Stand. Corner of 33rd St and Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 10 – 11:30 am. Produce grown locally by hardworking students. From fresh eggs laid by their own chickens to seasonal produce, the inventory rotates weekly based on what is ready for harvest. Visit CSD 509J | Facebook for more info.

Conversation: Monuments and Memorials. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
10:30 am. As long as humans have sought to honor the present and remember times past, we have built monuments and memorials. Our traditions around monuments and memorials have changed over time. Today, each monument prompts many questions: What should be remembered, and why? How should it be remembered? Where should a monument or memorial be built, and when? And who gets to decide? Visit Conversation: Monuments and Memorials | Benton County Museums for more info.

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

For Black Girls to Bloom. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Featuring  garden-inspired ceramic tiles and vibrant self-portraits by elementary-aged Black girls from Linn and Benton counties. Set among these works are ivory-colored tiles created by adult supporters and community aunties, quietly reflecting the protection and collective care that surround the young artists. A project of KinCultivate. Visit For Black Girls to Bloom | The Arts Center for more info.

Veruca’s Daughters. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A series of ceramics that dives into the thought of whether art can be joyful and frivolous at this present moment in time. Visit Veruca’s Daughters | The Arts Center for more info.

Starker Forest Active Harvest Tour. Starker Forest Office, 7240 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 1 pm. Free. Visit an active logging job with a Starker Forests forester and learn about the planning that takes place years before the first tree is harvested and what happens after the harvest is done. Visit Starker 2026 Summer Tours 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.

Mario Kart Tournament. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Ages 13-18. Registration required. The ultimate racing competition. Visit Mario Kart Tournament | CBCPL for more info.

SAFE Happy Hour. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 4 pm. A gathering of people who care about alternative transportation. Relax during the late afternoon; talk about transit, walking, biking, rolling and many other things at this informal gathering. Visit Calendar | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info.

Philomath Frolic and Rodeo. Philomath Frolic & Rodeo, 502 S 13th St, Philomath. Gates open at 5 pm. Cost: Starting at $15/ticket. Annual Philomath Frolic and Rodeo. Enjoy a special 21+ afterparty with musical performance by Countryfied. Visit Philomath Frolic & Rodeo for more info.

Romantasy Book Club Corvallis. The Book Bin, 215 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Visit Romantasy Book Club | The Book Bin for more info.

Queer Diaries. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Free. Stories, poems and spoken word from a queer perspective. Support community and queer joy in a brave space. Visit Queer Diaries | Benton County Museums for more info.

Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/at door. Young hobbit Frodo Baggins, after inheriting a mysterious ring from his uncle Bilbo, must leave his home in order to keep it from falling into the hands of its evil creator. Along the way, a fellowship is formed to protect the ringbearer and make sure that the ring arrives at its final destination: Mt. Doom, the only place where it can be destroyed. Extended edition. Visit Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Extended Edition | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Canel Years for Months. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.

Saturday, July 11

Philomath Frolic and Rodeo: Lions Club Breakfast. Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 502 S 13th St, Philomath. 7 am. Cost: $10/plate, $6/half plate. Pancakes, ham and eggs with bottomless coffee or a cup of milk. Visit Lions Club Breakfast | Philomath Frolic & Rodeo for more info.

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.

Philomath Classic Car Show. Philomath City Park, 299 S 23rd Street, Philomath. 9 am. Classic cars, vendors, family activities, and more. Held in conjunction with Philomath Frolic and Rodeo. Email philomathcarshow@gmail.com for more info.

Youth Book Club Kits. Available at Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis from 9 am – 6 pm, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe, from 12 -3 pm, and Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath from 10 am – 2 pm. Kits include a copy of the book, discussion questions, and a related activity. Kits contain small parts, recommended for ages 4+. Visit Youth Book Club Kits Available | CBCPL for more info.

Philomath Frolic and Rodeo: Family 5k Run. Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 502 S 13th St, Philomath. 9:45 am. Cost: $10/teens and adults, 12 and under free. Registration and payment allowed until beginning of race. Run the parade route. Visit Family 5k | Philomath Frolic & Rodeo for more info.

Philomath Frolic and Rodeo: Grand Parade. Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 502 S 13th St, Philomath. 10 am. 2026’s theme Frolic in the USA celebrates 250 years of American Freedom and western heritage with a rodeo-inspired salute to the red, white, and blue. Visit Grand Parade | Philomath Frolic & Rodeo for more info.

Touch- A- Truck 2026. Corvallis Community Center Parking Lot, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis.
10 am – 2 pm. See the inside of a fire truck and other amazing rigs. Learn about the hard-working vehicles getting things done in our community. First hour is siren and honking free, for sensitive ears. Visit Touch-A-Truck 2026 | City of Corvallis for more info.

CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.

Creating a Carnivorous Plant Bog. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Cost: $55/person. Learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants. This workshop will have a selection of outdoor hardy carnivorous plants, like venus flytraps and pitcher plants for the creation of a beautiful mixed bog planter. Visit Classes & Events | Shonnard’s Nursery 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.

Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.

Corvallis Chronicles. Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 11 am. Cost: $21.10/ticket. Discover an hour of key moments in the region’s history, including how Montana impacted Willamette Valley agriculture and how medieval forests in Europe impacted the Pacific Northwest. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.

For Black Girls to Bloom. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Featuring  garden-inspired ceramic tiles and vibrant self-portraits by elementary-aged Black girls from Linn and Benton counties. Set among these works are ivory-colored tiles created by adult supporters and community aunties, quietly reflecting the protection and collective care that surround the young artists. A project of KinCultivate. Visit For Black Girls to Bloom | The Arts Center for more info.

Sommer of the Witch. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 10 pm. Cost: $28.52 presale, $60.54/same day. Family friendly music, art and tattoo festival. Visit Sommer of the Witch | Facebook for more info.

Veruca’s Daughters. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A series of ceramics that dives into the thought of whether art can be joyful and frivolous at this present moment in time. Visit Veruca’s Daughters | The Arts Center for more info.

2nd Saturdays at The Arts Center. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. Free. All Ages. Learn the basics of carving a design into a soft linoleum block, rolling on ink, and hand-printing your own original artwork. Explore simple carving techniques, experiment with texture, and experience the excitement of revealing a unique print. Visit 2nd Saturdays at TAC | The Arts Center for more info.

Magic The Gathering 101. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. 6th– 12th graders. Learn how to play Magic: The Gathering. New and experienced players welcome. Learn the basics, sort cards, build a deck and play. Snacks provided, bring your cards. Visit Magic The Gathering 101 | CBCPL 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.

Creating a Carnivorous Plant Bog. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $55/person. Learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants. This workshop will have a selection of outdoor hardy carnivorous plants, like venus flytraps and pitcher plants for the creation of a beautiful mixed bog planter. Visit Classes & Events | Shonnard’s Nursery for more info.

Logging Competition. Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 502 S 13th St, Philomath. 2 pm. American Lumberjack Association competition featuring chopping and hand sawing events. Visit Logging Competition | Philomath Frolic & Rodeo for more info.

Shakespeare in the Stark: MacBeth. Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $20/general, $15/presale, children 15 and under are free. classic theatre with a festive outdoor production of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, presented in conjunction with Dreamscape Theater Company. Macbeth is a story about a Scottish general who becomes king after three witches tell him he will be. Driven by ambition and his wife, he kills the current king and others to keep his crown, but his guilt and paranoia grow until he is overthrown and killed. The story focuses on his rise and fall due to unchecked ambition. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Big Trouble in Little China. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost:  $8/presale, $10/same day. A truck driver is pulled into Chinatown conflict after a friend’s fiancée is kidnapped by sorcerer David Lo Pan, forcing them into a hidden war of gangs, magic, and prophecy beneath San Francisco. Visit Big Trouble in Little China | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Zeke Plays Drums. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.

Sunday, July 12

Philomath Farmer’s Market. Philomath Library Parking Lot, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am – 3 pm. Visit Philomath Farmers’ Market for more info.

CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | 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 Music Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Visit Corvallis Celtic Session | Corvallis Folklore Society for more info.

Plaehn Hino Blues Band. Lumos Wine Company, 24000 Cardwell Hill Dr, Philomath. 2 pm. Cost: $5/adult, kids free. A danceable repertoire chock full of country blues, R&B, old country, and originals. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Visit Plaehn Hino Blues Band | Lumos Wine Company for more info.

Springfield Drifters Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 4:30 pm, first pitch at 5:05 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.

Cucunandy. Airlie Winery, 15305 Dunn Forest Rd, Monmouth, OR 97361. 5 pm. Cost: $10/ticket. Katie Maxey sings in Scots Gaelic as well as English, and is joined in harmony by Laureen Urey. Fiddle, cello, Irish flute, penny whistle and guitar fill out this eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary tunes and songs. Visit Root Vegetables | Airlie Winery for more info.

Ditch Lily and The Clovers, Figgy and the Heartbeats, Jean Shorts Jesus. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $5/person. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.

Shakespeare in the Stark: MacBeth. Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $20/general, $15/presale, children 15 and under are free. classic theatre with a festive outdoor production of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, presented in conjunction with Dreamscape Theater Company. Macbeth is a story about a Scottish general who becomes king after three witches tell him he will be. Driven by ambition and his wife, he kills the current king and others to keep his crown, but his guilt and paranoia grow until he is overthrown and killed. The story focuses on his rise and fall due to unchecked ambition. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Monday, July 13

Fire Season. LaSells Stewart Center, Guistina Gallery. 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Fire Season, sparks conversation around transformation, vulnerability, adaptation, and the elemental forces that shape our world. In the American West, fire season has become an annual reality tied to climate change, drought, smoke, displacement, and resilience. Yet fire also exists beyond disaster: as ritual, technology, energy, protest, illumination, passion, ceremony, and material process. Visit Fire Season | Giustina Gallery for more info.

C3 Music on the Terrace. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm. Listen to live local artists during lunch. Featuring Mo Robinson, a guitar-playing singer/songwriter from Derry City in Ireland. Visit C3 Music on the Terrace | City of Corvallis for more info.

Tuesday, July 14

Fire Season. LaSells Stewart Center, Guistina Gallery. 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Fire Season, sparks conversation around transformation, vulnerability, adaptation, and the elemental forces that shape our world. In the American West, fire season has become an annual reality tied to climate change, drought, smoke, displacement, and resilience. Yet fire also exists beyond disaster: as ritual, technology, energy, protest, illumination, passion, ceremony, and material process. Visit Fire Season | Giustina Gallery for more info.

Greeters: Holiday Inn Express. Holiday Inn Express, 781 NE 2nd St, Corvallis. 8:30 am. Visit Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.

Board of Commissioners Goal Setting Meeting. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Calendar | Benton County Board of Commissioners for more info.

Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Family storytime in Central Park every Tuesday and Thursday for the summer. Storytime will be held in library if inclement weather. Visit Outdoor Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

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

For Black Girls to Bloom. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Featuring  garden-inspired ceramic tiles and vibrant self-portraits by elementary-aged Black girls from Linn and Benton counties. Set among these works are ivory-colored tiles created by adult supporters and community aunties, quietly reflecting the protection and collective care that surround the young artists. A project of KinCultivate. Visit For Black Girls to Bloom | The Arts Center for more info.

Veruca’s Daughters. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A series of ceramics that dives into the thought of whether art can be joyful and frivolous at this present moment in time. Visit Veruca’s Daughters | The Arts Center for more info.

Drumming Playshop. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 1 pm. Learn all about the African Djembe and learn to drum. Includes guided interactive drumming, multicultural rhythms, and musical activities. Visit Drumming Playshop | CBCPL for more info.

Ribbon Cutting for new RecycleOn Center at Corvallis Recycling Depot. Corvallis Recycling Depot, 2363 NE Belvue St, Corvallis. 1 pm. Alex Bertolucci, Communications Manager for Circular Action Alliance, will share information about Oregon’s modernizing recycling system and what this Center means for the Corvallis community. Snacks and light refreshments provided. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce 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.

The Lego Movie. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/presale, $10/same day, children 12 and under free thru Bob Newton Family Movie program. An ordinary Lego mini-figure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil Lego tyrant from conquering the universe. Visit The Lego Movie | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Southtown Farmstand and Market. 1465 SE Alexander Ave, Corvallis. 5 – 7 pm. Experience homegrown, backyard, and cottage industry crafts, baked goods, canned goods, and very seasonal items—all set in a lovely natural farm environment complete with picnic tables, a campfire, music, nature, farm animals, and the joy of good old-fashioned community. Dog and kid friendly. Parking is limited, so biking and walking are encouraged. Visit Flicker and Fir | Southtown Market for more info.

Trivia Night at 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.

Author Event with Jason Dove Mark. Grassroots Book, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. A celebration of a new book by environmental advocate and longtime editor-in-chief of Sierra magazine Jason Dove Mark. The Earth Said Remember Me that offers antidotes that everyone can use to resist ecological amnesia and make lasting progress to repair and revive a livable planet. Visit Author Event with Jason Dove Mark |  Oregon State University for more info.

Gunderson Baseball Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6 pm, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.

Historic Resource Commission. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Historic Resources Commission | City of Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Community Band: Favorite Composers of the Band World with Annalee Hiebert. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Free. Visit Corvallis Community Band for more info.

The Lego Movie. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $8/presale, $10/same day, children 12 and under free thru Bob Newton Family Movie program. An ordinary Lego mini-figure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil Lego tyrant from conquering the universe. Visit The Lego Movie | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Wednesday, July 15

Fire Season. LaSells Stewart Center, Guistina Gallery. 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Fire Season, sparks conversation around transformation, vulnerability, adaptation, and the elemental forces that shape our world. In the American West, fire season has become an annual reality tied to climate change, drought, smoke, displacement, and resilience. Yet fire also exists beyond disaster: as ritual, technology, energy, protest, illumination, passion, ceremony, and material process. Visit Fire Season | Giustina Gallery for more info.

Corvallis Farmers Market. 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A relaxed midweek market featuring dozens of vendors. Visit Corvallis Wednesday Market for more info

CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.

Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | 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.

Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.

Infant Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. 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. Visit Infant Storytime | 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.

For Black Girls to Bloom. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Featuring  garden-inspired ceramic tiles and vibrant self-portraits by elementary-aged Black girls from Linn and Benton counties. Set among these works are ivory-colored tiles created by adult supporters and community aunties, quietly reflecting the protection and collective care that surround the young artists. A project of KinCultivate. Visit For Black Girls to Bloom | The Arts Center for more info.

Veruca’s Daughters. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A series of ceramics that dives into the thought of whether art can be joyful and frivolous at this present moment in time. Visit Veruca’s Daughters | The Arts Center for more info.

Wednesday Noon Book Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 12 pm. Free. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library, please ask at the front desk. Visit Wednesday Noon Book Club | CBCPL for more info.

Women in Business Luncheon: Caitlin Rose, Splendid Barre. Riverfront Commemorative Park 2 NW 1st St, Corvallis. 12 pm. Cost: $30/nonmembers, $35/members. A rejuvenating outdoor yoga session led by Splendid Barre owner Caitlin Rose. After class, stay and connect with fellow attendees while enjoying a lunch provided by Everbowl. This all-levels event is an opportunity to invest in wellness and build community. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.

Fiber by the Fireplace. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 2 – 4:30 pm. Fiber enthusiasts can sit by the fireplace and spin, knit, crochet or work on their own project. Good conversation, coffee and snacks provided. Visit Fiber by the Fireplace | CBCPL for more info.

Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3 – 4 pm. All ages. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring a computer or device or use one of theirs. 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 | CBCPL for more info.

Block 15 Summer Concert Series: Ryker and The Rise. Block 15 Southtown Tap Room, 3415 SW Deschutes Street, Corvallis. 6 pm. Enjoy live local bands, food specials, soft-serve ice cream, and more. Visit Summer Music Series | Block 15 Brewing for more info.

Corvallis Library Book Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, Board Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Books available at the library circulation desk. Visit Corvallis Library Book Club | CBCPL for more info.

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

Music on the Farm: Eostar and Eli Cherry. Flicker & Fir Pavillion, 1465 SE Alexander Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $20-40, cash or venmo at door. An evening of transformative tunes. Visit Music on the Farm: Eostar & Eli Cherry | Flicker & Fir for more info.

The Lego Movie. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/presale, $10/same day. An ordinary Lego mini-figure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil Lego tyrant from conquering the universe. Visit The Lego Movie | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Thtboity with Special Guest. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Stockton, California’s sensation will be bringing that Cali swag with special guests. Visit Old World Center more info.

Comedy Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.

Thursday July 16

Fire Season. LaSells Stewart Center, Guistina Gallery. 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Fire Season, sparks conversation around transformation, vulnerability, adaptation, and the elemental forces that shape our world. In the American West, fire season has become an annual reality tied to climate change, drought, smoke, displacement, and resilience. Yet fire also exists beyond disaster: as ritual, technology, energy, protest, illumination, passion, ceremony, and material process. Visit Fire Season | Giustina Gallery for more info.

CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.

Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | 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.

Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.

Drop in Baby Weight and Feeding Clinic. Corvallis Birth & Wellness Center, 2314 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 am. A free drop-in hour to have your baby weighed, ask feeding questions, and get peer support. Visit Drop-in Baby Weight & Feeding Clinic | Pollywog for more info.

Drumming Playshop. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 am. Learn all about the African Djembe and learn to drum. Includes guided interactive drumming, multicultural rhythms, and musical activities. Visit Drumming Playshop | CBCPL for more info.

Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Family storytime in Central Park every Tuesday and Thursday for the summer. Storytime will be held in library if inclement weather. Visit Outdoor Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

For Black Girls to Bloom. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Featuring  garden-inspired ceramic tiles and vibrant self-portraits by elementary-aged Black girls from Linn and Benton counties. Set among these works are ivory-colored tiles created by adult supporters and community aunties, quietly reflecting the protection and collective care that surround the young artists. A project of KinCultivate. Visit For Black Girls to Bloom | The Arts Center for more info.

Veruca’s Daughters. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A series of ceramics that dives into the thought of whether art can be joyful and frivolous at this present moment in time. Visit Veruca’s Daughters | The Arts Center for more info.

Teen Murder Mystery: Murder at the Luau. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, Board Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 2:30 pm. Grades 6- 12. Registration required, waitlisted teens can participate. Participants will be given a character to act as throughout the event, motives, and clues to help solve this crime. Snacks are providedVisit Teen Murder Mystery: Murder at the Luau | CBCPL for more info.

Corvallis Art Walk. Various locations around town. 4 – 7 pm. The Corvallis Arts Walk (CAW) is a monthly event held by local artists every third Thursday of each month. View the stunning visual artwork at venues around town and experience the creative spirit of Corvallis. Visit Corvallis Arts Walk for more info.

Corvallis Celtic Festival. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 4:30 – 8 pm. Corvallis Celtic Festival kick off events, featuring performances from The Nettles, Cucunandy, and Sawyer Wolfe-Love, piper. Visit 2026 Festival Schedule | Corvallis Celtic Festival for more info.

Radical Reads Book Club. The Book Bin, 215 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Visit Radical Reads Book Club | The Book Bin for more info.

Salem Sockpuppets Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6 pm, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.

Trivia at the Tap Room. Block 15 Southtown Tap Room, 3415 SW Deschutes Street, Corvallis. 6 pm. Teams of up to six people compete for victory in five rounds of five question trivia. Prizes for winning teams. Visit Trivia at the Tap Room | Block 15 Brewing for more info.

Beavs in Brazil! PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. The Oregon State University Wind Ensemble presents a vibrant evening of music on the eve of their departure for the World Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles Conference in Rio de Janeiro. A special preview performance and opportunity to help celebrate Beavs in Brazil. Visit Beavs in Brazil! | Oregon State University for more info.

Dennis Malone’s Funked Up Blues Jam. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.

Jazz Jam. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.

Friday, July 17

Crazy Dayz Sidewalk Sales. Downtown Corvallis, various stores. All Day. Local stores offering summer sidewalk sales. Visit Events Calendar | Downtown Corvallis Organization for more info.

Fire Season. LaSells Stewart Center, Guistina Gallery. 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Fire Season, sparks conversation around transformation, vulnerability, adaptation, and the elemental forces that shape our world. In the American West, fire season has become an annual reality tied to climate change, drought, smoke, displacement, and resilience. Yet fire also exists beyond disaster: as ritual, technology, energy, protest, illumination, passion, ceremony, and material process. Visit Fire Season | Giustina Gallery for more info.

CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.

Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | 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.

Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.

Urban Farm Program Farm Stand. Corner of 33rd St and Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 10 – 11:30 am. Produce grown locally by hardworking students. From fresh eggs laid by their own chickens to seasonal produce, the inventory rotates weekly based on what is ready for harvest. Visit CSD 509J | Facebook for more info.

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

Strength, Struggle, Survival: Gallery and Walking Tour. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.10:30 am. Pre registration required. Free. Hear vivid stories that connect Corvallis to national forces, including 19th‑century pre-and-post colonization, the railroad and labor histories that built our town, and mid‑20th‑century car‑centric planning that reshaped the architecture of daily life. Partnering with Engage Corvallis, these tours last about 90 minutes and involve viewing the exhibit in the gallery as well as walking through the streets of downtown Corvallis. Visit Strength, Struggle, Survival: Gallery and Walking Tour | Benton County Museums for more info.

For Black Girls to Bloom. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Featuring  garden-inspired ceramic tiles and vibrant self-portraits by elementary-aged Black girls from Linn and Benton counties. Set among these works are ivory-colored tiles created by adult supporters and community aunties, quietly reflecting the protection and collective care that surround the young artists. A project of KinCultivate. Visit For Black Girls to Bloom | The Arts Center for more info.

Veruca’s Daughters. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A series of ceramics that dives into the thought of whether art can be joyful and frivolous at this present moment in time. Visit Veruca’s Daughters | The Arts Center for more info.

Corvallis Chronicles. Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 12:30 pm. Cost: $21.10/ticket. Discover an hour of key moments in the region’s history, including how Montana impacted Willamette Valley agriculture and how medieval forests in Europe impacted the Pacific Northwest. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Celtic Festival. Downtown Corvallis, check map for specific locations. 3 – 12 pm. Featuring performances and sessions throughout downtown Corvallis. Includes artists Joseph Linahon, Elias Alexander, Hayden Stern Band and others. Visit 2026 Festival Schedule | Corvallis Celtic Festival for more info.

Walla Walla Sweets Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6 pm, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.

2026 Summer Concerts at C3: Flat Stanley Incident. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Acoustic pop-folk. Visit 2026 Summer Concerts at C3 | City of Corvallis for more info.

Tin Can Alley. Cardwell Hill Winery, 24241 Cardwell Hill Dr, Philomath. 6 pm. Free, donations accepted for Jackson Street Youth Services. Swing and jazz. Visit Tin Can Alley | Cardwell Hill Cellars for more info.

Finlay. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.

Ludicrous Speed with The Georgetown Orbits. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave,Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost:$10/presale, $15/same day. Corvallis-based ska revue band formed in 2012 by horn players with a deep love for the genre. Now an eight-piece, the band brings high-energy performances built for dancing, grinning, and singing along. Visit Ludicrous Speed with The Georgetown Orbits | Whiteside Theatre for more info.