Friday, December 1
Downtown Corvallis Active Alley. Madison Avenue, 251 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. Dec. 1st & Dec. 2nd. Free. Partners Lee Eckroth and Tony Pappas have envisioned “Active Alleys” for downtown Corvallis: alleyways that are clean, free of trash cans and other obstructions, open to the public, and walkable. They have received a community enhancement grant to demonstrate this concept. The chosen alley, located near 251 SW Madison Ave. in downtown Corvallis, will be available for public viewing and use on Dec. 1 at 4 p.m. through Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. and will coincide with Winter’s Eve Corvallis. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/s/active-alley-in-downtown-corva/1024849748825762/ for more info.
Teal Co-operative Art Gallery. Downtown Corvallis, 328 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Teal Co-operative Art Gallery has a reputation as the place to shop for hand-crafted, unique, made-in-Oregon gifts. Each year their team of dedicated Oregon artists transform an otherwise vacant and lifeless store front into a world of color, light and beauty, open for business during the months of November and December. On display and for sale are some of the finest works in fiber, leather, pottery, jewelry, glass, metal, wood work, mixed media, paper, and soap that the central Willamette Valley has to offer. A portion of the Gallery’s sales is donated to schools and programs in the community. This year the Bessie Coleman Elementary School in Corvallis will be the recipient of the Gallery’s 2023 Charitable Donation. Visit https://www.tealartistcoop.com/ for more info.
Family Storytime at the Benton County Historical Society – Corvallis Museum. Benton County Historical Society – Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-benton-county-historical-society-corvallis-museum-16329 for more info.
Winter’s Eve Corvallis. Downtown Corvallis, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., $40-$45. Join the Assistance League of Corvallis for a magical evening of shopping, delicious food and drink, raffles, and a supreme silent auction. The Assistance League is pleased to present this festive holiday celebration in conjunction with Corvallis merchants. The evening includes exclusive shopping discounts, fine food sampling, and Oregon beer, wine and coffee. The event takes place in an elegant, heated tent with a fabulous silent auction, popular Assistance League food mixes, and cards and prints from Jan Roberts-Dominguez. Visit https://www.assistanceleague.org/corvallis/fundraisingactivities/winters-eve-corvallis__trashed/
Pastega Christmas Light Display. Benton County Event Center & Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd Street, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. From 1981, Mario Pastega had Ole create christmas scenes and the place them in the field surrounding the PepsiCola Bottling plant. Scenes and characters were added each year and community members contributed their displays. When Mario passed away in 20 and the firm was sold, it was evident to the Pastegas that they wanted to continue the Christmas display. Community outreach had individuals or families adopt the weather beaten pieces and return them refurbished to the new home of the display to Benton County fairgrounds on 53rd St.Since the beginning Pastega Christmas display continues to survive and thrive with the help of many volunteers and businesses in our community who have given of their time and talents as well as donations of money and/or materials. Although our display is FREE and non-commercial, the Pastega Christmas Light Display encourages canned food donations for the needy in our local communities. Visit https://www.pastegachristmasdisplay.com/ for more info.
Hill Top Big Band. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Free. The Hilltop Big Band has been performing in and around Corvallis, Oregon since 1988. They perform a wide variety of big band arrangements, from the timeless classics of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton and Woody Herman to more modern arrangements. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Saturday, December 2
Downtown Corvallis Active Alley. Madison Avenue, 251 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. Dec. 1st & Dec. 2nd. Free. Partners Lee Eckroth and Tony Pappas have envisioned “Active Alleys” for downtown Corvallis: alleyways that are clean, free of trash cans and other obstructions, open to the public, and walkable. They have received a community enhancement grant to demonstrate this concept. The chosen alley, located near 251 SW Madison Ave. in downtown Corvallis, will be available for public viewing and use on Dec. 1 at 4 p.m. through Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. and will coincide with Winter’s Eve Corvallis. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/s/active-alley-in-downtown-corva/1024849748825762/ for more info.
Light the World Corvallis. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4141 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. Dec. 2nd: 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. & December 3rd: 1 p.m. Free. The Light the World community event in Corvallis will be a celebration of Christ’s birth through uplifting musical concerts. Several interfaith and community choirs will perform each evening of the event. There will also be opportunities to support those in need by donating to trusted and vetted local and global charities. December 2nd: At 10 a.m., Enjoy a program featuring an interfaith children’s choir and community service project, geared towards children under 12 but open to all. Starting at 1 p.m., Join in one or more of several service projects including making toys, sensory kits, cards, and care kits, and a food drive. To conclude the evening, at 6 p.m., local church and community choirs will perform a concert. December 3: Starting at 1 p.m., several local choirs will perform a concert. Visit https://www.ltwcorvallis.org/ for more info.
Holiday Fair. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, 2945 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Browse arts and crafts, home decor, jewelry, greenery, baked goods, and more. With over 20 local artisans, you’ll find beautiful hand made items for everyone on your holiday shopping list. An interactive children’s craft table will be available for little ones to enjoy and take home a project. Lunch is available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit https://uucorvallis.org/holiday-fair-2023/ for more info.
Bustlin’ Annie Co.’s Holiday Market. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Browse the 6th Annual Holiday Market! Formerly at Tried & True Coffee Co., this popular event has outgrown the space and has moved to the Corvallis Museum. There will be over 30 local vendors, music, food, and drinks. It’s the perfect place to get your holiday shopping done. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/859164105925770/ fore more info.
Christmas Gift Craft Day. Terra Bella Farm, 6959 Northeast Elliott Circle, Corvallis. 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. $12 per craft. Join Terra Bella Farm for a fun Christmas gift crafting day. Crafting sessions are available at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. Learn more and book here. Choose from one of their three crafting options for just $12: simmer pot making, cinnamon candle making, or doormat painting. (If you’d like to do more than one craft, just select the option before checkout.) They’ll provide the supplies, hot cider, and cookies – all you need to bring is your creativity! Make some beautiful gifts for your loved ones or even for yourself. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get in the holiday spirit and create something special. Visit https://www.terrabella-farm.com/service-page/christmas-gift-crafting-day?referral=service_list_widge for more info.
Teal Co-operative Art Gallery. Downtown Corvallis, 328 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Teal Co-operative Art Gallery has a reputation as the place to shop for hand-crafted, unique, made-in-Oregon gifts. Each year their team of dedicated Oregon artists transform an otherwise vacant and lifeless store front into a world of color, light and beauty, open for business during the months of November and December. On display and for sale are some of the finest works in fiber, leather, pottery, jewelry, glass, metal, wood work, mixed media, paper, and soap that the central Willamette Valley has to offer. A portion of the Gallery’s sales is donated to schools and programs in the community. This year the Bessie Coleman Elementary School in Corvallis will be the recipient of the Gallery’s 2023 Charitable Donation. Visit https://www.tealartistcoop.com/ for more info.
Anderson Blues Winter Market. Anderson Blues, 8793 NW Arboretum Road, Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Free. Join Anderson Blues for their Winter Market and enjoy a festive atmosphere featuring wreaths, decorations, and artisan goods, along with a Build-Your-Own Made in Oregon basket, opportunities to decorate your own wreaths and centerpieces, hot cocoa, visits from Santa, and more. Visit https://www.andersonbluesfarm.com/winter-festival for more info.
2023 Marys River Watershed Council Annual Celebration. 24707 Grange Hall Rd, Philomath. 1 p.m. – 3:45pm & 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Please join the Marys River Watershed Council to celebrate the successes of the past year and learn more about our work in the year to come. Earlier in the day, they will be holding a Project Tour of our Devitt Creek restoration project, with the Annual Celebration at Marys River Grange to follow, with dinner, drinks, and music by Wild Hog in the Woods. Please register at tinyurl.com/MarysRiverCelebration to help them plan for attendance. Participants are welcome to join for both the project tour and the celebration, or you can register for one or the other. Marys River Watershed Council looks forward to celebrating with you! First 75 registrations for the Annual Celebration Gathering receive a free MRWC pint glass. Visit https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/CF57KCR6011-oud9PwmwXg/unavailable & https://www.facebook.com/MarysRiverWC for more info.
Pastega Christmas Light Display. Benton County Event Center & Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd Street, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. From 1981, Mario Pastega had Ole create christmas scenes and the place them in the field surrounding the PepsiCola Bottling plant. Scenes and characters were added each year and community members contributed their displays. When Mario passed away in 20 and the firm was sold, it was evident to the Pastegas that they wanted to continue the Christmas display. Community outreach had individuals or families adopt the weather beaten pieces and return them refurbished to the new home of the display to Benton County fairgrounds on 53rd St.Since the beginning Pastega Christmas display continues to survive and thrive with the help of many volunteers and businesses in our community who have given of their time and talents as well as donations of money and/or materials. Although our display is FREE and non-commercial, the Pastega Christmas Light Display encourages canned food donations for the needy in our local communities. Visit https://www.pastegachristmasdisplay.com/ for more info.
Animals With Clothes On and FAM. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Animals With Clothes On and FAM are back at the Old World Deli bringing the good time grooves from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Sandwiches are available at the deli until 11. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Sunday, December 3
Sunday Brunch with Nicasio Ralph. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 a.m. Free. Nicasio Ralph is serenading your Sunday brunchfrom 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Teal Co-operative Art Gallery. Downtown Corvallis, 328 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Teal Co-operative Art Gallery has a reputation as the place to shop for hand-crafted, unique, made-in-Oregon gifts. Each year their team of dedicated Oregon artists transform an otherwise vacant and lifeless store front into a world of color, light and beauty, open for business during the months of November and December. On display and for sale are some of the finest works in fiber, leather, pottery, jewelry, glass, metal, wood work, mixed media, paper, and soap that the central Willamette Valley has to offer. A portion of the Gallery’s sales is donated to schools and programs in the community. This year the Bessie Coleman Elementary School in Corvallis will be the recipient of the Gallery’s 2023 Charitable Donation. Visit https://www.tealartistcoop.com/ for more info.
Pastega Christmas Light Display. Benton County Event Center & Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd Street, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. From 1981, Mario Pastega had Ole create christmas scenes and the place them in the field surrounding the PepsiCola Bottling plant. Scenes and characters were added each year and community members contributed their displays. When Mario passed away in 20 and the firm was sold, it was evident to the Pastegas that they wanted to continue the Christmas display. Community outreach had individuals or families adopt the weather beaten pieces and return them refurbished to the new home of the display to Benton County fairgrounds on 53rd St.Since the beginning Pastega Christmas display continues to survive and thrive with the help of many volunteers and businesses in our community who have given of their time and talents as well as donations of money and/or materials. Although our display is FREE and non-commercial, the Pastega Christmas Light Display encourages canned food donations for the needy in our local communities. Visit https://www.pastegachristmasdisplay.com/ for more info.
Celtic Christmas w/ The Gothard Sisters. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Doors: 6 p.m. $15 – $35. Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with internationally acclaimed Celtic folk group The Gothard Sisters. The three sisters present a high-energy, festive evening weaving together Christmas carols, Celtic tunes and songs, Irish dancing and more. Great for the whole family – a perfect Christmas tradition! Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org/#calendar-5d97f094-c9f1-4f4e-978b-f6354303c339-event-litcg9ws for more info.
Open 2 Mics. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join us for Open (2) Mics! Musicians and wordsmiths of all sorts are welcomed! Sandwiches are available at the deli until 11. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
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