Friday, July 21
Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Downtown, Corvallis. Starts 11 a.m Individual Store Hours. Shop the sidewalk sales in beautiful downtown Corvallis. Retailers throughout downtown Corvallis invite you to enjoy our charming downtown while browsing their annual sidewalk sales. Bring friends and enjoy lunch at one of our downtown restaurants. Three retailers are listed as participating in the Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Please check with each retailer for specific offers, and hours of operation. Visit https://www.corvallischamber.com/downtown-sidewalk-sale for listed participating stores and more info.
Fun Friday Goat Yoga. No Regrets Flower Farm & Animal Sanctuary, 26641 Bellfountain Rd., Monroe. 6 p.m. $25. Join a one-off goat yoga session every Friday night, June 9 through Aug. 25, 2023! Goat Yoga is part yoga, part animal-assisted therapy, and part beautiful views and loving animals. It’s about disconnecting from day to day stress, illness or depression and focusing on happy vibes. No yoga experience is needed. Join in on a Goat Yoga class at No Regrets Farm Sanctuary in Monroe, located between Eugene and Corvallis. Events are held outdoors (weather permitting) or inside the most amazing 130-year-old barn with 360-degree views of in the Southern Willamette Valley. Visit https://headquarters.goatyoga.net/events for more info.
Summer Friday Night Concert Series: Cooper Hollow. Cardwell Hill Cellars, 24241 Cardwell Hill Dr., Philomath. 6 p.m. $10. Join Cardwell Hill Cellars for a Friday night concert. Concerts are 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the suggested check-in time is 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be cheese, salami, crackers, and Burst’s Chocolates available for purchase (as well as wine, of course). All concerts are $10 per person. Children under 18 are free. Pets are allowed with a leash. Visit https://cardwellhillwine.com for more info.
Piano in the Vineyard. Lumos Wine Co., 24000 Cardwell Hill Road, Philomath. 6:30 p.m. $25. The award-winning Lumos Winery is the setting for an enchanted evening of classical piano music. Watch the sun set over Mary’s Peak as pianist Matt Cooper performs a concert featuring a blend of European classics and American jazz. His concert will include Debussy, Ravel, Scarlatti, Chopin and Gershwin as well as jazz pieces by Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, Billy Strayhorn, and other composers of the Great American Songbook. All of this performed on a grand piano—outdoors! Seating is in a large, open field, so bring your own blanket or chairs and picnic. To accompany our midsummer revelry, exquisite Lumos wines will be available for purchase. Gates will open at 6PM and the program will begin around 6:30PM. Visit https://corvallispiano.org/copi_events/piano-in-the-vineyard-2023/ for more info.
Corvallis Celtic Festival: Gothard Sisters Benefit Concert. First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6:50 p.m. $20 online/$25 at door. The first annual Corvallis Celtic Festival will be held July 20-23 in Central Park and downtown Corvallis. Come on time to see a special highland-piper open the show for The Gothard Sisters. The Gothard Sisters are a dynamic supergroup of three American sisters who play contemporary Celtic music. Through over 14 years of performing, touring, and writing music together, the optimistic style of their music and performances continue to resonate with their fans, building a loyal international following. Visit https://www.tickettomato.com/event/8119 and https://www.facebook.com/corvalliscelticfestival/posts/pfbid02HWw6KM9n6aJyM1t3fFcy7JgideYWm8PH8XKu2KfAid4Qab5vABrVSt8SExFp27UDl for ticketing options or more info.
Saturday, July 22
Corvallis Celtic Festival. Central Park,650 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Corvallis. 9 a.m. Free. All day event in Central Park and the Corvallis Arts Center. There will be an outdoor main stage with bands from near and far. Workshops and more intimate performances will be held inside the Corvallis Arts Center and others nearby venues. The day will include Ceili dancing, Celtic arts and crafts, Celtic history and genealogy, and children’s activities. Participatory workshops will include instrument playing, singing and dancing. The day ends with an after hours Celtic Session in a downtown Corvallis venue. Visit https://www.facebook.com/corvalliscelticfestival/posts/pfbid02HWw6KM9n6aJyM1t3fFcy7JgideYWm8PH8XKu2KfAid4Qab5vABrVSt8SExFp27UDl for more info
Corvallis Farmers Market. Downtown Corvallis, 1st St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. 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, all sourced locally from Benton County and the counties immediately surrounding Benton County. Visit http://locallygrown.org for more info.
Fiechter House Open House. William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge, Finley Refuge Rd., Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 2p.m. Donations Welcomed. The John Fiechter House, also known as Failing Cottage, is believed to be the oldest house in Benton County. It’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors to the William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge will be able to visit and tour this historic 1855 pioneer house every Saturday, July 8 through Sept. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and learn the history of one of Benton county’s early families. The Fiechter House is located on Finley Refuge Road, across from the red Cabell barn. Visitors can also stop in at the refuge’s Nature Store for directions. Visit https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley for more info.
Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Downtown, Corvallis. 11 a.m. – Individual Store Hours. Shop the sidewalk sales in beautiful downtown Corvallis. Retailers throughout downtown Corvallis invite you to enjoy our charming downtown while browsing their annual sidewalk sales. Bring friends and enjoy lunch at one of our downtown restaurants. Three retailers are listed as participating in the Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Please check with each retailer for specific offers, and hours of operation. Visit https://www.corvallischamber.com/downtown-sidewalk-sale for listed participating stores and more info.
Movies at the Whiteside: Chip N’ Dale: Rescue Rangers. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. $6-$8. Chip and Dale live amongst cartoons and humans in modern-day Los Angeles, but their lives are quite different now. When a former cast mate mysteriously disappears, Chip and Dale must repair their broken friendship and save their friend. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=189585 for more info.
Original Goat Yoga Experience. No Regrets Flower Farm & Animal Sanctuary, 26641 Bellfountain Rd., Monroe. 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. $35. Goat Yoga is part yoga, part animal-assisted therapy, and part beautiful views and loving animals. It’s about about disconnecting from day to day stress, illness or depression and focusing on happy vibes. No yoga experience is needed. Carpooling is strongly suggested since parking can be tricky onsite. Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before class. Class starts promptly at the time listed. The experience includes a 30-minute Original Goat Yoga™ Class, a 60-minute Goat Happy Hour®, beverages, a yoga mat, and images of your experience by Lainey Morse. Visit https://headquarters.goatyoga.net/events/ for more info.
Piano in the Vineyard. Lumos Wine Co., 24000 Cardwell Hill Road, Philomath. 6:30 p.m. $25. The award-winning Lumos Winery is the setting for an enchanted evening of classical piano music. Watch the sun set over Mary’s Peak as pianist Matt Cooper performs a concert featuring a blend of European classics and American jazz. His concert will include Debussy, Ravel, Scarlatti, Chopin and Gershwin as well as jazz pieces by Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, Billy Strayhorn, and other composers of the Great American Songbook. All of this performed on a grand piano—outdoors! Seating is in a large, open field, so bring your own blanket or chairs and picnic. To accompany our midsummer revelry, exquisite Lumos wines will be available for purchase. Gates will open at 6PM and the program will begin around 6:30PM. Visit https://corvallispiano.org/copi_events/piano-in-the-vineyard-2023/ for more info.
Picnic in the Park. Bruce Starker Arts Park & Natural Area, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join the Majestic Theatre at the Bruce Starker Arts Park and Natural Area for an evening of Broadway musical songs. Enjoy an evening of some of your favorite songs, sung by gifted singers of all ages, backed by wonderful musicians. Bring a picnic basket, blanket or folding chairs, and dress for the weather. Visit https://www.majestic.org for more info.
Sunday, July 23
9th Street Community Market. High Quality Parking Lot, 1435 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Browse a diverse array of local crafters, makers, musicians and artists at the family friendly 9th Street Community Market. The Community Market is open bi-monthly on Sundays from April 30 through Sept. 3 (April 30, May 14 and 28, June 11 and 25, July 9 and 23, Aug. 6 and 20, and Sept. 3), from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Community Market is pet friendly.
Corvallis Celtic Festival. Various Corvallis. Corvallis. Free. Events return to downtown Corvallis with more music and Celtic Sessions Visit https://www.facebook.com/corvalliscelticfestival/posts/pfbid02HWw6KM9n6aJyM1t3fFcy7JgideYWm8PH8XKu2KfAid4Qab5vABrVSt8SExFp27UDl for more info
Philomath Farmers Market. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 11 a.m. The Philomath Farmers Market offers fresh fruits, veggies, and more from local farmers and makers on Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Philomath Library, May 28 through October 15. Visit https://philomathfarmersmarket.org for more info.
Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Downtown, Corvallis. 11 a.m. – Individual Store Hours. Shop the sidewalk sales in beautiful downtown Corvallis. Retailers throughout downtown Corvallis invite you to enjoy our charming downtown while browsing their annual sidewalk sales. Bring friends and enjoy lunch at one of our downtown restaurants. Three retailers are listed as participating in the Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Please check with each retailer for specific offers, and hours of operation. Visit https://www.corvallischamber.com/downtown-sidewalk-sale for listed participating stores and more info.
Farm To Table Garden Party. The Officer’s Club, 6097 NE Ebony Ln., Corvallis. 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. $35. Enjoy Italian-inspired fare on the patio of the historic Officer’s Club venue in Adair Village. Honeybrine Catering will be serving heavy appetizers made with ingredients from local small farms. Selections include peach caprese, beef ragu with summer vegetables, house-made ravioli and hazelnut tiramisu. There will also be a cash bar featuring cocktails with local fruit and infusions. Visit https://www.officersclubadair.com for more info.
Ants Ants Ants. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. $5-$15. The Whiteside will host Portland, Oregon family-friendly music featuring Johnny Clay (The Dimes), Dave Gulick and Nat Johnson (Derby). With stylistic nods to 1970’s era Sesame Street, School House Rock, and “The Point” by Harry Nilsson, Ants Ants Ants recalls the best elements of a fun and fanciful childhood – the thrill of knocking down a tower of blocks, the fun of imagining what your dog is thinking, and a make believe world where nocturnal animals meet in the park at night to play games. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Original Goat Yoga Experience. No Regrets Flower Farm & Animal Sanctuary, 26641 Bellfountain Rd., Monroe. 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. $35. Goat Yoga is part yoga, part animal-assisted therapy, and part beautiful views and loving animals. It’s about about disconnecting from day to day stress, illness or depression and focusing on happy vibes. No yoga experience is needed. Carpooling is strongly suggested since parking can be tricky onsite. Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before class. Class starts promptly at the time listed. The experience includes a 30-minute Original Goat Yoga™ Class, a 60-minute Goat Happy Hour®, beverages, a yoga mat, and images of your experience by Lainey Morse. Visit https://headquarters.goatyoga.net/events/ for more info.
Sound of Summer Sundays: Ty Curtis. Airlie Winery,15305 Dunn Forest Road, Monmouth. 5 p.m. $10. Join Airlie Winery for live music and wine. Airlie welcomes picnics, lawn chairs, kids and dogs at their events. There will be wine for sale by the bottle or the glass. Cheese plates will be available for $10. Music will be from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m, Curtis is delivering a unique and authentic sound that sets him apart. His southern-fried bluesy ambiance, paired with his exceptional guitar work, tantalizing emotional lyrics, and powerful vocals make him a triple threat on stage and an artist to watch. More info at tycurtis.net. Bring lawn chairs. Admission is $10. All tickets are will call. Visit https://airliewinery.orderport.net/wines/Tickets for tickets and more info.
Monday, July 24
Squishtivities – BUBBLES. Alsea Meeting Room, 19192 Alsea Hwy, Alsea. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Build a giant bubble wand, use bubble solution and play away! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/squishtivities-bubbles-0 for more info.
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