Friday, February 16
Family Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Branch, 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-15824 for more info.
Music à la Carte: Opus Magnum, classical duo of voice and piano, Nathaniel Kondrat, bass, and Ana Maria Lupu, piano. Memorial Union Building (MU), MU Lounge, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 12 p.m. Free and Open to all! American bass vocalist Nathaniel Kondrat studied voice at Oregon State University, receiving a B.A. in music in 2008. He went on to receive a master’s degree in music from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music in 2011. An enthusiastic recitalist, Kondrat’s repertoire includes Shubert, Schumann, Williams, Beethoven, and Finzi. He was a finalist at the NAATSA singing competition in Orlando, Florida in 2014, and has participated in master classes with Sir Thomas Allen, Nathan Gunn, and Fracois le Roux. Kondrat was accepted into the Acadamie Musicale de Villecroze in 2014 and received a scholarship to work with Stephen Stubbs in the Accademia D’amore. In 2018, he was a prize winner at the Rheinsbert Castle International Competition in Germany, where he now resides. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/music_a_la_carte_opus_magnum_classical_duo_of_voice_and_piano_nathaniel_kondrat_bass_and_ana_maria_lupu_piano for more info.
C3 GameCon. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Avenue, Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 11 p.m. $12 – $27. Enjoy two days of cosplay, RPGs, fanart and more on Friday, February 16 and Saturday, February 17, 2024. Expect multiple cosplay contests, live tabletop gaming, and local vendors. This event is for the community to celebrate all things gaming and RPGs. Learn more and buy tickets ($12-$27). Children as young as 10 may enjoy some aspects of the con but may be limited in participating. Some scheduled games and areas are limited to 14+ due to adventurous content. Open gameplay is open to all. See game session list below for appropriate ages! You must be 14+ to purchase tickets on your own. Parents or guardians may purchase tickets for children 5+. Children 5 and under do not require a ticket. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/c3/page/c3-gamecon for more info and tickets.
City Legislative Committee. 4 p.m. This meeting will be online only. The public may sign up to watch the meeting live on the internet at this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t4j5FZEqRH6F0S-qxz8Jdg. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/mc/page/city-legislative-committee-61 for more info.
OSU MFA Reading Series. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. In partnership with Oregon State University, the MFA Reading Series brings a monthly rotation of literary readings to the library! Each month we will hear from one Poet, one Fiction Writer, and one Nonfiction Writer currently pursuing an MFA at OSU. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/osu-mfa-reading-series-15887 for more info.
Bingo at the Grange. Willamette Grange Hall 27555 Greenberry Rd., Corvallis. Enjoy a family friendly evening of Bingo $10/10 pack-3 games/page, 50/50 $1 a ticket and games at Willamette Community and Grange Hall. popcorn, sodas. Funds go to help Willamette Grange Hall restoration. Visit https://sustainablecorvallis.org/ for more info.
Live Music: Mule On Fire. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Mule On Fire bring their own particular Northwest weave of blues, folk, jazz, and traditional music. Show starts at 7. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Singu-hilarity. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $15. From electronic music played on a novel musical instrument to a robotic stand-up comedian headliner, this comedy variety show has everything needed to delight and entertain your inner nerd. Join us for a collision of the spirit of vaudevillian performances of old with the technologies of modern day. Featuring: Music by Valerie Benti, Comedy by Naomi Fitter, Naughty Math by Sarah Hagen, Art by Isaac Paris, Comedy by Jon the Robot, & Music by Chet Udell. Hosted by: Elena Passarello of Live Wire. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=7&p=1 for more info.
Corvallis Contra Weekend 2024. Gatton Hall, First United Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 5 p.m. $10 – $100. The 2024 Corvallis Contra Weekend is happening February 16 through 18. There will be two bands and two callers. Bands: Riptide Trio and The Fiddle Hellions, Callers: Julian Blechner and Frannie Marr, Sound: Alan Roberts. There will be no gender balancing. Role terms will be Larks (dancer on the left) and Robins (dancer on the right). Covid policy: Negative test at arrival, N95 masks required while dancing. Tickets for the weekend are $100. Visit https://corvallisfolklore.org/home/event/corvallis-contra-weekend-2024/?instance_id=29806 for more info.
No Future. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd st., Corvallis. 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $5 – 12. Oregon State University Theatre presents No Future, a new play by Sophie Brown. Tate, a successful 1970s punk rock star meets up with his beloved bandmate, Glenn in the afterlife where the two are given a chance to revisit their shared career and friendship. As they relive moments from the past, they discover their sometimes clashing perspectives on the choices they made. This new play is written, directed, and designed by OSU students and explores the complexity of friendship and art while celebrating the music and spirit of the early punk scene. There is no reserved seating. Food and drink will be available to purchase before showtime. This production is directed by OSU student Miranda Lenore and features an original script written by OSU student Sophie Brown. The cast features OSU students Austin Crowell (Tate Luna), Will Gaston (Glenn Ravager), and Yuri Sokolov (Romona Banks). Tickets are available through presale starting February 1 and will also be available at the door 30 minutes prior to showtimes. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/no_future for more info and tickets.
Saturday, February 17
Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd Street, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Outdoor markets in Corvallis and Albany are run by Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets. 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. Visit https://corvalliswintermarket.wordpress.com/ for more info.
Art Market. The Gray Lab, 314 SW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Support local artists at the Art Market! A collaborative event between Matchai Designs and Greenhouse Coffee + Plants, this pop-up event offers the ability to shop for artwork from upcoming artists based right here in the Willamette Valley. A raffle will also be taking place at the event. You can find us at The Gray Lab right next door to Greenhouse on February 17th from 10am – 4pm. See you there! Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2639814139511747/ for more info.
Polar Plunge Corvallis. Crystal Lake Sports Park & Boat Ramp, 100 SE Fischer Lane, Corvallis. 10 a.m. Free. Polar Plunge is a fundraiser directly impacts the lives of Special Olympics Oregon Athletes. By participating you provide 5,000+ Special Olympics Oregon Athletes access to sports, activities, and community. Help raise $90,000 to support Special Olympic athletes in Oregon through the 2024 Polar Plunge! You can help fundraise for the cause once you register. Or just make a donation. Visit https://support.soor.org/event/2024-corvallis-polar-plunge/e505679 for more info.
Government Comment Corner – Councilor Yee. 10 a.m. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Ward 8 Councilor Tracey Yee 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-yee-3 for more info.
¡Los Cuentos! Bilingual Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. -11 a.m. Free. ¡Los Cuentos! is a bilingual storytime, in Spanish and English, 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/los-cuentos-bilingual-storytime-16828 for more info.
Digital Life: Discover the Library. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis.11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Free. Learn how to download audiobooks and ebooks, stream movies, take an online class, learn a new language, and much more all for free with your library card. Discover the tremendous value your library card has to offer! Please bring your device, library card number, and password/PIN. Digital Life classes on computer and technology topics take place in the 2nd floor classroom. For a full list of classes, visit www.cbcpl.net/digital-life. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/digital-life-discover-library-16808 for more info.
Howland Community Open Reception. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Celebrate community at the Howland Open reception and awards presentation on February 17, 2024! People’s Choice Awards and this year’s Cherry Picks will be revealed, and free food and drinks will be provided. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/316609831175270/ for more info.
Games Day. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library will be highlighting the popularity and power of games and play, monthly on the third Saturday of each month through April 2024. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Library for Games Day beginning on Saturday, February 17th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Main Meeting Room and continuing monthly on the 3rd Saturday of the month through April (Feb. 17, Mar. 16, and Apr. 20). 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. Attendees may drop in at any time during the event to try new games, play old favorites, or simply watch all of the fun. 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. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/games-day-16819 for mor info.
Corvallis Contra Weekend 2024. Gatton Hall, First United Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 5 p.m. $10 – $100. The 2024 Corvallis Contra Weekend is happening February 16 through 18. There will be two bands and two callers. Bands: Riptide Trio and The Fiddle Hellions, Callers: Julian Blechner and Frannie Marr, Sound: Alan Roberts. There will be no gender balancing. Role terms will be Larks (dancer on the left) and Robins (dancer on the right). Covid policy: Negative test at arrival, N95 masks required while dancing. Tickets for the weekend are $100. Visit https://corvallisfolklore.org/home/event/corvallis-contra-weekend-2024/?instance_id=29806 for more info.
Murder on the 518. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $13 – $16. Red-eye travelers on the westbound 518 are in for a surprise when first one passenger, and then another, mysteriously drop dead right before their eyes — and just as the train is halted by a rock slide in an isolated canyon. Because the pair appears to have been poisoned, anyone and everyone in the train dining car is a suspect! This family-friendly mystery is sure to keep the audience guessing right up until the train pulls into the station. Hold on tight — Murder on the 518 is quite the ride! Rated: G. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=221232 for more info.
Willamette Valley Symphony. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $18 – $20. Dvorak’s Cello Concerto in B, Op. 104 will feature soloist Jason Duckles and the orchestra will also perform Beethoven’s Symphony no. 7. Visit https://wvsymphony.ticketleap.com/from-darkness-to-light/ for more info.
No Future. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd st., Corvallis. 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $5 – 12. Oregon State University Theatre presents No Future, a new play by Sophie Brown. Tate, a successful 1970s punk rock star meets up with his beloved bandmate, Glenn in the afterlife where the two are given a chance to revisit their shared career and friendship. As they relive moments from the past, they discover their sometimes clashing perspectives on the choices they made. This new play is written, directed, and designed by OSU students and explores the complexity of friendship and art while celebrating the music and spirit of the early punk scene. There is no reserved seating. Food and drink will be available to purchase before showtime. This production is directed by OSU student Miranda Lenore and features an original script written by OSU student Sophie Brown. The cast features OSU students Austin Crowell (Tate Luna), Will Gaston (Glenn Ravager), and Yuri Sokolov (Romona Banks). Tickets are available through presale starting February 1 and will also be available at the door 30 minutes prior to showtimes. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/no_future for more info and tickets.
Sunday, February 18
Table Top Game Day. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. All day. Sundays are game days at Common Fields. Come join us while we play board games, table top games, card games, and even D&D campaigns. $1 off drinks if playing a table top game. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/recurring-events.html for more info.
Care Clinic: Low Cost Vax & Track Clinic. Heartland Humane Shelter & Care, 398 SW Twin Oaks Cr., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $10 – $15. Let Heartland Humane Shelter help with basic care for your companion so they can stay where they belong – with you! Join for the 2024 Care Clinics to get affordable microchips and vaccinations (cats and dogs) and spay/neuter (cats only). Visit https://heartlandhumane.org/care-clinics/ for more info.
Local Hikes in Corvallis w/ Maureen. Bald Hill, Meet at CMLC, 2638 NW Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Join for the first-ever Hiking Group at Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center. Meet at the CMLC Parking Lot (2638 NW Jackson Ave) to carpool. Families are warmly welcomed. Dress for the weather. Visit https://cmlcenter.org/ for more info.
Murder on the 518. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 3 p.m. $13 – $16. Red-eye travelers on the westbound 518 are in for a surprise when first one passenger, and then another, mysteriously drop dead right before their eyes — and just as the train is halted by a rock slide in an isolated canyon. Because the pair appears to have been poisoned, anyone and everyone in the train dining car is a suspect! This family-friendly mystery is sure to keep the audience guessing right up until the train pulls into the station. Hold on tight — Murder on the 518 is quite the ride! Rated: G. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=221232 for more info.
Willamette Valley Symphony. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 4 p.m. $18 – $20. Dvorak’s Cello Concerto in B, Op. 104 will feature soloist Jason Duckles and the orchestra will also perform Beethoven’s Symphony no. 7. Visit https://wvsymphony.ticketleap.com/from-darkness-to-light/ for more info.
Corvallis Contra Weekend 2024. Gatton Hall, First United Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 5 p.m. $10 – $100. The 2024 Corvallis Contra Weekend is happening February 16 through 18. There will be two bands and two callers. Bands: Riptide Trio and The Fiddle Hellions, Callers: Julian Blechner and Frannie Marr, Sound: Alan Roberts. There will be no gender balancing. Role terms will be Larks (dancer on the left) and Robins (dancer on the right). Covid policy: Negative test at arrival, N95 masks required while dancing. Tickets for the weekend are $100. Visit https://corvallisfolklore.org/home/event/corvallis-contra-weekend-2024/?instance_id=29806 for more info.
Monday, February 19
Library Closed. All Benton County Branches. All day. All Library Branches Closed for President’s Day. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/events/library-closed-19 for more info.
City Offices Closed – President’s Day. All Day. City of Corvallis offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 for President’s Day. Offices will reopen at 8:00a.m. on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/community/page/city-offices-closed-presidents-day-0 for more info.
Climate Change Committee Meeting. 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. The Climate Change Committee has a regular meeting on the third Monday of the month at 2 pm. Email Committee Chair for Zoom link. Visit https://lwvcorvallis.org/event/climate-change-committee-meeting-2/ for more info.
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