Friday, April 14
Understanding Current Challenges Facing Global Polio Eradication Efforts. Hallie E. Ford Center For Healthy Children and Families, 115, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 1 p.m. This presentation will provide a focus on the current challenges facing global polio eradication efforts to reach the final 0.1% of polio cases. In 1988, the World Health Assembly adopted a resolution for worldwide polio eradication. Since that time, the global incidence of polio has decreased by 99.9% with an estimated 20 million paralytic cases prevented and 1.5 million lives saved. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/current-challenges-facing-global-polio-eradication-efforts#.ZDSDuPbMIuU for more info.
Sex Worker Rights as Public Health Praxis. Hallie E. Ford Center For Healthy Children and Families, 115, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 3:30 p.m. Presentation and Discussion with Bianca Beebe, MPH. Hosted by the Sexual and Reproductive Health Equity Consortium. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/sex_worker_rights_as_public_health_praxis#.ZDSDuvbMIuU for more info.
Get Engaged! Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update. 12 p.m. The City will be presenting a lunch and learn video/webinar on April 14, 2023 with the purpose of promoting continued engagement in the Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update. https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/360178062058152098. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/publicworks/page/get-engaged-corvallis-forest-stewardship-plan-update for more info.
Accordioso. Old World Deli, 341 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Accordioso live at the Old World Center! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com for more info.
Pigs on the Wing. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $31-$35. Portland, Oregon-based Pigs on the Wing has on occasion been referred to as “the most punk rock of the Pink Floyd tributes” and that is a badge the band wears with unequivocal pride. None are bigger fans of the work of Pink Floyd than the members of Pigs on the Wing, and while the band approaches the material with the deepest respect for legacy of the music, they also chart a course suggesting a willingness to push the musical boundaries of a traditional tribute band. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Die Fledermaus. Compton Family Wines, 810 Applegate St., Philomath. 7:30 p.m. OSU voice and theater students collaborate to perform Die Fledermaus, Strauss’ well-loved operetta, full of waltzes and pranks, in English with a chamber orchestra. The cast is comprised of national award winning singers and a student orchestra. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/osu_voice_and_theatre_fledermaus for more info.
Visiting Writers Series: Tania James. The Valley Library, Rotunda, 201 SW Waldo Pl., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. The School of Writing, Literature and Film will host Tania James, whose novel “Loot” will be published this summer. James will give a free talk and Q&A session open to the public in the Valley Library Rotunda. Accommodation requests can be made by contacting Molly McFerran at molly.mcferran@oregonstate.edu or (541) 737 – 3244. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/visiting_writers_series_tania_james#.ZDSDvPbMIuU for more info.
Saturday, April 15
Corvallis Half-Marathon. Reser Stadium, 660 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m. Free-$90. The Corvallis Half-Marathon is back on April 15th at Reser Stadium on the OSU campus. The half-marathon is a scenic, 13.1 mile ‘Tour de Corvallis’ that’s mostly flat with two slow gradual climbs, and two gradual descents. The 5k is one of the flattest around. The entire course is on paved roads, sidewalk and bike paths. Registration is free for the family-friendly 1K, $40 for the 5K, and $85 for the 13-mile. Learn more and register at CorvallisHalfMarathon.com. Visit https://corvallishalfmarathon.com for more info.
Logging Sports Regional Championship. Peavy Arboretum, 8692 NW Peavy Arboretum Rd., Corvallis. 8 a.m. The Oregon State University Forestry Club is hosting the annual Conclave, where forestry teams from throughout the West converge for the Association of Western Forestry Clubs Regional Meet Championship. The logging sports competition will be held at the George W. Brown Logging Sports Arena in Peavy Arboretum from April 12-15. Events include axe throwing, pole climbing, buck saw events, birling (log roll on a floating log), and more! The students will also be competing in technical events such as wood identification and estimating lumber yield from timber stands. The public is invited; shuttles will be running hourly from the Life Community Church on Highway 99. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/logging_sports_regional_championship#.ZDSDnPbMIuU for more info.
2023 Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. The Corvallis Indoor Winter Market is one of western Oregon’s oldest weekly indoor winter markets. The market offers a broad variety of fine quality crafted items from artist drawings to handcrafted jewelry. The food selections are also outstanding! From organically grown vegetables and fruits to artisan baked breads, this weekly market offers a broad selection. Market hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday in Guerber Hall at the Benton County Fairgrounds, January 14 through April 8, 2022. Visit https://corvalliswintermarket.wordpress.com for more info.
Government Comment Corner – Councilor Shaffer. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. Ward 7 Councilor Paul Shaffer will host Government Comment Corner in the lobby of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please stop by to say hello and ask your questions about local government. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/mc/page/government-comment-corner-councilor-shaffer-0 for more info.
Digital Life: Using Craigslist. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:00 a.m. Free. Learn how to search, reply, and post ads to Craigslist. Digital Life classes on computer and technology topics take place in the 2nd floor classroom. For a full list of classes, visit cbcpl.net/digital-life. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/digital-life-using-craigslist-0 for more info.
OSU Out of the Darkness Walk. OSU Student Experience Center Plaza, Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 10 a.m. Walk to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. The Oregon State University Out of the Darkness Campus Walk will feature a resource fair, speakers, honor bead ceremony and campus walk. This event is a collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and is open to all. Check-in and resource fair begins at 10 a.m. Ceremony and speakers at 11 a.m., followed by the walk. Visit https://counseling.oregonstate.edu/osu-annual-out-darkness-campus-walk for more info.
Green Living: Home & EV Expo. Benton County Events Center & Fairgrounds, Auditorium, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 11 a.m. Free. Come to the Green Living Home & EV Expo, on April 15, at the Benton County Fairgrounds Auditorium, and see the clean energy future for homes and vehicles. Learn ways to make your home healthier, safer, and more comfortable. Check out all the positives of driving an electric vehicle. And discover the federal and state incentives, rebates and tax credits that can help you pay for these improvements in your life that will save you money for years to come. Visit https://www.electrifycorvallis.org for more info.
LEGO Block Party. Monroe Large Meeting Room, 380 N 5th St., Monroe, OR. 12 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Come build with fellow LEGO fans! Bricks provided. Feel free to bring your own, too. Grades K-5. Drop in. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/lego-block-party-5 for more info.
Games Day. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 1:00 p.m. Free. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library and over a thousand libraries around the world in celebrating International Games Month @ Your Library beginning on Saturday, November 19th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Main Meeting Room and continuing monthly on the 3rd Saturday of the month through April (Nov. 19, Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 18, and Apr. 25). A wide variety of board games, card games, and video games for all ages will be free to play on a first-come, first-served basis. Examples of games that will be available include classic favorites such as Candyland, Chutes & Ladders, Monopoly, Scrabble, Chess, and Checkers; new standards such as Settlers of Catan, Forbidden Island, Apples to Apples, and Pandemic; and various video games for consoles such as Nintendo Switch. Attendees may drop in at any time during the event to try new games, play old favorites, or simply watch all the fun. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/games-day-3 for more info.
Bob Newton Family Movie: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. $6-$8. A toon-hating detective is a cartoon rabbit’s only hope to prove his innocence when he is accused of murder. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Die Fledermaus. Compton Family Wines, 810 Applegate St., Philomath. 7:30 p.m. $25. OSU Voice and Theatre presents Die Fledermaus, an evening full of high notes and high jinx! OSU voice and theater students collaborate to perform Die Fledermaus, Strauss’ well-loved operetta, full of waltzes and pranks, in English with a chamber orchestra. The cast is comprised of national award winning singers and a student orchestra. See the show in an inspiring off-campus venue, Compton Family Wines in Philomath, and feel free to enjoy a wine pairing at intermission. There will be multiple performances. Seating is limited. Parking is also limited. Car-pooling and drop off are recommended. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/osu_voice_and_theatre_fledermaus for more info.
Piano Cultures of the World: The Baltics. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $12-$15. Join Corvallis-OSU Piano International for a celebration of the musical traditions of the Baltics. Guest pianists will introduce and perform both classical pieces and traditional folk songs from various regions of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. There will be two grand pianos on stage for this special event. Pianist Dainius Vaičekonis enjoys an international career as a recitalist, concerto soloist and collaborative artist throughout the US and Europe. Pianist Asta Vaičekonis has performed extensively as soloist and chamber musician in the US and Europe and was honored as best collaborative artist at the international Chamber Music Competition in Kaliningrad, Russia. Visit https://corvallispiano.org for more info.
No Filter Improv & Friends. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 8 p.m. $5-$10. The Whiteside Theatre presents No Filter Improv & Friends. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door. Learn more and buy tickets at www.WhitesideTheatre.org. No Filter is Andrew Beck, Jacquelle Davis, Cassie Greer, Kaia Maarja Hillier, Mandy Khoshnevisan, Peter Schuyler, and Gary Strong. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Sunday, April 16
Southtown Pop Up Stand & Market. 2 p.m. 1465 SE Alexander Ave., Corvallis. Browse fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables as well as other produce from a variety of vendors at this pop-up farmers market. This event will happen rain or shine. Everyone is invited, and there will be food to purchase from some of your favorite vendors, as well as a warming fire to gather around. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/143737868282702 for more info.
Die Fledermaus. Compton Family Wines, 810 Applegate St., Philomath. 5:30 p.m. $25. OSU Voice and Theatre presents Die Fledermaus, an evening full of high notes and high jinx! OSU voice and theater students collaborate to perform Die Fledermaus, Strauss’ well-loved operetta, full of waltzes and pranks, in English with a chamber orchestra. The cast is comprised of national award winning singers and a student orchestra. See the show in an inspiring off-campus venue, Compton Family Wines in Philomath, and feel free to enjoy a wine pairing at intermission. There will be multiple performances. Seating is limited. Parking is also limited. Car-pooling and drop off are recommended. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/osu_voice_and_theatre_fledermaus for more info.
Monday, April 17
Oregon State University Holocaust Memorial Week: Paragraph 175. Remote only; live via Zoom. Film Screening. 1 p.m. Each year the Memorial Week Program at Oregon State provides analysis of the Holocaust in its history: the background, the course, and the implications. Visit https://holocaust.oregonstate.edu/feature/holocaust-memorial-program for more info.
Tibet Movie Night. Asian & Pacific Cultural Center, 2695 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 5 p.m. Screening of Tashi and the Monk. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/tibet_movie_night#.ZDhN9_bMIuU for more info.
School Board Candidates Debate, 6 pm. Of the four races for School Board this cycle, only one is contested. Candidates Chris Hawkins and Steve Castellano are both vying to replace outgoing incumbent Tina Baker. The two candidates have diverging interests, and are running on two different platforms. This election comes at a time a time that is fraught for both students and teachers. You can access this forum live or afterwards on the Advocate’s Youtube, Facebook, or at The Corvallis Advocate. Questions can be submitted beforehand and during on The Advocate’s social media pages, or by emailing cityspeak@corvallisadvocate.com.
City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. 6 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. The public may register to watch the meeting live on the internet via this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8638816007314302479. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/mc/page/city-council-meeting-69 for more info.
Community Health Centers Board of Directors Meeting. 6:30 p.m. The Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties Board of Directors meets every third Monday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The CHCs provide patient-centered primary medical care that focuses on the whole person and provides a medical home that promotes and supports health and wellness. Visit https://www.co.benton.or.us/health/page/community-health-centers-board-directors-meeting-0
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