Friday, December 29
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. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Family Storytime is 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! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-75 for more info.
Teen Paint Along. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2:00 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Explore your artistic side and create your own amazing winter themed masterpiece! Use step-by-step guided instructions to paint your version of a sample design, and learn some tips and techniques along the way. Supplies and snacks will be provided! No experience required. For grades 6-12. Drop-in, no registration required. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-paint-along-16846 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.
Saturday, December 30
Saturday Stories. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Saturday Stories is a storytime for children of all ages. Storytime is 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/saturday-stories-16596 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.
Haus of Dharma Presents: Frisky’s Rear End Revue and Queervallis Community Awards. Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9 p.m. $5. Frisky’s Rear End Revue is a local LGBTQ+ end-of-year drag extravaganza hosted by local drag family and advocacy organization Haus of Dharma. There will be a drag show and raffle, and they’ll be giving out some unhinged awards to community members and performers. The event is hosted by local entertainer Frisky the Transgender Reindeer and features a variety of local artists including Spunk Rock, Carmen Sutra, Petty Washington, Cherry Top, Charlotte D. Harlotte, Miss Rosey Posey, Audrey Darling, and Chloe San Carlos. The doors open at 9 p.m. and the show starts at 9:30 p.m. There’s a $5 cover (cash or Venmo/CashApp). This event is 21+ only. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/7457412367615986 for more info.
Sunday, December 31
All Benton County Library Closed. All Library Branches. All Day. All Library Branches Closed
Noon Year’s Eve 2023. Marys River Grange, 24707 Grange Hall Rd., Philomath. Free. Don’t want to stay up until midnight to ring in the New Year? Join Maxtivity for free family fun at their Noon Year’s Eve Party on Sunday, December 31. The countdown starts at noon at the Marys River Grange Hall in Philomath. Experience art made by the community, a pinata, coffee and hot chocolate, popcorn, cotton candy, and more. Admission is free and food sales and raffle entries will benefit Maxtivity. This event is sponsored in part by the Marys River Grange Hall and Philomath Rental. Visit https://maxtivity.org for more info.
NYE 2024 Party. Crowbar, 214 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Free. Ring in the New Year at CrowBar! Enjoy complimentary champagne at midnight, along with a photo booth with props and $5 cocktails. This event is 21+ only. Visit https://adpizza.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.
Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve Party. The Officer’s Club, 6097 NE Ebony Lane, Corvallis. 6 p.m. $5-$10. Honeybrine Catering is pleased to host a kid-friendly New Year’s Eve party at the Officers Club, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There’ll be dancing, snacks, games, a cash bar and a champagne or sparkling cider toast at 9 p.m. Kids 5 years old and under get in free. Admission for kids six years old and up and adults is $5, or $10 including the champagne or sparkling cider toast. Visit https://www.honeybrine-oregon.com/events-and-specials for more info.
Citizens of the Universe New Year’s Eve Bash. Old World Deli, 341 SW Second St., Ste 4, Corvallis. 9 p.m. $10. Ring in the New Year and Old World Deli’s 3rd anniversary with Citizens of the Universe, featuring an opening DJ set by Avitar Virgonian. Admission is $10. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/294905536842605 for more info.
DTW’s New Year’s Eve Party. Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9 p.m. $10. DTW is back to play New Year’s Eve in Corvallis for the first time in 6 years! Tickets are $10 and they’ll be playing until the ball drops. Expect your fav DTW arrangements and originals featuring Ronni, Jobe, Kate, and Alpha Ready as well as some new tunes. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/719653750087624 for more info.
Monday, January 1
All Benton County Library Closed. All Library Branches. All Day. All Library Branches Closed
Polar Brrr Swim. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 Highland Dr., Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Start the New Year by riding down the great white waterslide and taking the plunge into the cold outdoor pool! Warm up in the indoor pools and enjoy a treat on the OAC on the way out. All ages are welcome. Regular admission rates apply. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/osborn/page/polar-brrrr-swim for more info.
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