Friday, March 8
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-15827 for more info.
Winter Wildlife Field Days 2024. Lilly Park, 865 SE Lilly Ave. Corvallis. 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Join at any of the Field Stations that will pop-up in local parks and community spaces throughout the month of March and throughout the mid-Willamette Valley. FREE!! Drop by anytime and stay for as little or as long as you like. All bilingual (Spanish and English). ALL are welcome. At the Field Stations there will be activities such as: Wildlife hands-on activities, collectible event stickers and take-home activities, Live critter insect and spider petting zoo!, Mole and dragonfly crafts + education material. Activity Stations: What Ate my Sock?, See Inside the Soil!, Forage Like a Bird, Can you Jump as Far as a Jumping Spider (family Salticidae)?, eDNA interactive display + 2023 Results, Nature and bird walks, and More! Visit https://www.fws.gov/event/winter-wildlife-field-station-lilly-park-0 for more info.
Mobile Makerspace for Tweens & Teens. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Branch, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Leather Making, participants will engage in hands-on projects, like designing and creating their own leather goods. We will learn how to accurately gauge and cut the leather, use technology and equipment for finishing touches and decorations, and discover how leather is used by indigenous people in sustainable ways. This interdisciplinary approach allows students to apply knowledge from various fields in a practical, creative context. ***This is a makerspace project for tweens and teens, grades 4th to 12th. Sharp objects, hammers, and equipment will be involved. Safety is our top priority. *** Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/mobile-makerspace-tweens-teens-16771 for more info.
Live Music: Blackwater Park (tribute to Opeth) with Stockhausen Syndrome. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Blackwater Park is a NW tribute to the Swedish progressive death metal band Opeth. Joining Black Water Park is Corvallis’ own Stockhausen Syndrome, an avaunt-guard electronic improvisational trio of drums, bass and synthesizers. The face melting starts at 7 p.m. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Newsies: The Broadway Musical. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Avenue, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $8 – $15. Despite being set during the late 1800s, Newsies manages to remain as important as ever for audiences as it puts in the spotlight those who stand up for themselves while not letting big business owners kick them around. especially since industrial action has become part of our regular lives; the coming-of-age tale has a universal appeal for people of all ages. Visit https://csdtheaters.com/ & https://csdtheaters.com/buy-tickets/ for more info.
The Revolutionists. Majestic Theatre, Main Stage,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $16 – $18, (VIP +$20). Four women find themselves caught up in the French Revolution: an assassin, a spy, a playwright, and, of course, Marie Antoinette. They plot murder, find friendship (and do some good writing), in this irreverent, poignant, rebellious comedic romp that considers how we go about changing the world. Rated: R (feisty feminist comedy of art, activism, violence, and legacy) Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=221720 for more info.
Saturday, March 9
Alsea Falls Spring Fling Trail Run. Alsea Falls Recreational Area, Alsea. 8 a.m. $50 – $75. Welcome to the 2024 Spring Fling and our 10th anniversary! Choose between the Half, 10K, or 5K distance and immerse yourself in the lush Coast Range just 20 minutes west of Monroe, Oregon! Amazing fern-laced loop in the Pactific NW woods! Each route has its challenges, and will test you and leave you smiling! See the website for maps! Visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=103173 for more info.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office: 2024 SAR Academy. 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visit https://sheriff.bentoncountyor.gov/events/2024-sar-academy-2/ for more info.
Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd Street, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The market offers a broad variety of fine quality crafted items from artist drawings to handcrafted jewelry. Locally grown, raised and baked foods and unique art! The food selections are also outstanding! From organically grown vegetables and fruits to artisan baked breads, this weekly market offers a broad selection. Saturdays, through April 13. Visit https://corvalliswintermarket.wordpress.com/about-us/ for more info.
Public Seed Library Vegetable Garden Plant Clinic. Belluschi Wing, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Benton County Master Gardeners will help you plan your garden, select seeds right for you, and answer your vegetable garden questions at these informal events at the Public Seed Library held in the historic Belluschi Wing of the Corvallis Public Library (where the windows look out onto Monroe St.) Bring your vegetable garden questions between 9:30 AM and noon. Now’s the time to plant cool season crops! Co-sponsored by the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, with educational support from OSU Extension Service-Benton County. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/public-seed-library-vegetable-garden-plant-clinic-16982 for more info.
Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-602-5829. Basement Board Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Free. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax help with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income. Tax Assistance is by appointment only. Appointment scheduling begins January 22 at 541-602-5829. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/tax-assistance-appointment-call-541-602-5829-17769 for more info.
Family Concert: A Musical Picture Book Tour. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. A performance of delightful piano pieces with narration, inspired by the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen. Music composed by Serge Bortkiewicz. Audience members are encouraged to come in fairy tale-themed costumes! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/family-concert-musical-picture-book-tour-16799 & https://corvallispiano.org/copi_events/a-musical-picture-book/ for more info.
Digital Life: Password Management. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Free. Learn how to make strong passwords and some simple ways to keep them safe. Digital Life classes are held in the 2nd floor classroom. See the full list of classes here: https://cbcpubliclibrary.net/digital-life/. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/digital-life-password-management-18134 for more info.
2nd Saturday Arts: Watercolor Wonders with Camila Godoy. The Art Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. On the 2nd Saturday of each month, TAC hosts a FREE, drop-in afternoon of art making in our Main Gallery, 1-4 PM. All supplies are provided and all ages & experience levels are welcome! Join The Art Center and watercolor artist, Camila Godoy, to learn a variety of watercolor techniques! With a focus on Spring and nature themes, make several watercolor creations and learn how other tools like pens and pencils interact with watercolor paints. This is a free, all ages events. Visit https://theartscenter.net/2nd-saturday-art-day/ for more info.
Newsies: The Broadway Musical. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Avenue, Corvallis. 2 p.m. $8 – $15. Despite being set during the late 1800s, Newsies manages to remain as important as ever for audiences as it puts in the spotlight those who stand up for themselves while not letting big business owners kick them around. especially since industrial action has become part of our regular lives; the coming-of-age tale has a universal appeal for people of all ages. Visit https://csdtheaters.com/ & https://csdtheaters.com/buy-tickets/ for more info.
Poetry Night. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Poetry Night at the Old World Deli! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Whiteside Live: She’s Speaking – LIVE. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $20 – $25. Eight phenomenal Oregon women songwriters take the stage for a night of songs by women, about women, for everyone. Backed by a killer band, they’ll share their artistry and voices, while also paying tribute to some of their musical heroes. This inspiring collaboration will touch your heart, uplift your spirit, and get your toes tapping while honoring the power of women’s voices and stories. Don’t miss this evening celebrating women during Women’s History Month. With Arietta Ward, Naomi LaViolette, Liz Chibucos, Lisa Mann, Bre Gregg, LaRhonda Steele, Beth Wood, and Kristen Grainger. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=188795&pr=1 for more info.
Newsies: The Broadway Musical. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Avenue, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $8 – $15. Despite being set during the late 1800s, Newsies manages to remain as important as ever for audiences as it puts in the spotlight those who stand up for themselves while not letting big business owners kick them around. especially since industrial action has become part of our regular lives; the coming-of-age tale has a universal appeal for people of all ages. Visit https://csdtheaters.com/ & https://csdtheaters.com/buy-tickets/ for more info.
The Revolutionists. Majestic Theatre, Main Stage,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $16 – $18, (VIP +$20). Four women find themselves caught up in the French Revolution: an assassin, a spy, a playwright, and, of course, Marie Antoinette. They plot murder, find friendship (and do some good writing), in this irreverent, poignant, rebellious comedic romp that considers how we go about changing the world. Rated: R (feisty feminist comedy of art, activism, violence, and legacy) Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=221720 for more info.
Sunday, March 10
Table Top Game Day. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. All day. Sundays are game days at Common Fields. Come join Common Fields and 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.
Winter Wildlife Field Days 2024. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 4905 NW Walnut Blvd., Corvallis. 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Join at any of the Field Stations that will pop-up in local parks and community spaces throughout the month of March and throughout the mid-Willamette Valley. FREE!! Drop by anytime and stay for as little or as long as you like. All bilingual (Spanish and English). ALL are welcome. At the Field Stations there will be activities such as: Wildlife hands-on activities, collectible event stickers and take-home activities, Live critter insect and spider petting zoo!, Mole and dragonfly crafts + education material. Activity Stations: What Ate my Sock?, See Inside the Soil!, Forage Like a Bird, Can you Jump as Far as a Jumping Spider (family Salticidae)?, eDNA interactive display + 2023 Results, Nature and bird walks, and More! Visit https://www.fws.gov/event/nature-journaling-local-naturalists-william-l-finley-national-wildlife-refuge for more info.
Newsies: The Broadway Musical. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Avenue, Corvallis. 2 p.m. $8 – $15. Despite being set during the late 1800s, Newsies manages to remain as important as ever for audiences as it puts in the spotlight those who stand up for themselves while not letting big business owners kick them around. especially since industrial action has become part of our regular lives; the coming-of-age tale has a universal appeal for people of all ages. Visit https://csdtheaters.com/ & https://csdtheaters.com/buy-tickets/ for more info.
The Revolutionists. Majestic Theatre, Main Stage,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2:30 p.m. $16 – $18, (VIP +$20). Four women find themselves caught up in the French Revolution: an assassin, a spy, a playwright, and, of course, Marie Antoinette. They plot murder, find friendship (and do some good writing), in this irreverent, poignant, rebellious comedic romp that considers how we go about changing the world. Rated: R (feisty feminist comedy of art, activism, violence, and legacy) Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=221720 for more info.
Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir Spring Concert. First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW 8th Street, Corvallis. 4 p.m. $7 – $10. Join the Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir for their spring concert featuring Gracenotes Choir, Children’s Choir, Intermediate Choir, and Chamber Choir performing a variety of delightful music. Tickets are available at the door. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors and students, and free for children ages five and under. Visit https://www.visitcorvallis.com/eventdetail/3450/heart-of-the-valley-childrens-choir-spring-concert#eventdetail for more info.
Confluence: Willamette Valley LGBT Chorus. First Congregational UCC Corvallis, 4515 SW West Hills Rd., Corvallis. 4:30 p.m. Free – $20. Step back in time with Confluence LGBT Chorus to the funky soul sounds of Motown! Tap your feet and jive along with music from legendary greats such as The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, The Jackson Five, and more! Three concerts – Friday in Salem, Saturday in Portland, and Sunday in Corvallis. Guaranteed to have you singin’ and swingin’ all the way home! *Exciting raffle at each show *Intermission with light refreshments *Bring empty deposit-eligible bottles and cans to the concert as a donation to our GALA scholarship fund. $20 general admission. No one is turned away due to lack of funds. Use code 2024MOTOWN to reduce the cost of your ticket to our processing fee ($2). Please donate any additional amount you can manage. Visit https://www.confluencelgbtchorus.org/tickets & https://tickets.chorusconnection.com/confluence/events/942 for more info.
Mid-Valley Bellydance Collective. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Mid-Valley Bellydance Collective is back at the Old World Deli at 6 p.m.! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
OPEN AUDITIONS – The Drawer Boy. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Auditions will be held in person at the Majestic Theatre. 3 min read. Open Auditions: Sunday, March 10th & Monday, March 11th at 7:00pm – 9:00pm Rehearsal Timeframe: March – April, Three times a week until Tech, Matinee Performance (2:30pm) Sunday April 21st, and Evening Performance (7:30pm) Saturday April 20th. The Majestic Theatre (a division of the City of Corvallis Parks and Recreation department) is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to creating a safe place for actors of all backgrounds to explore their craft. We are particularly eager to work with artists of color and other artists from marginalized communities. All auditions are free and open to the public. This audition is for an amateur, volunteer production. The Majestic Theatre staff and volunteers do not discriminate on the basis of age, national origin, race, gender, ethnic background, ability, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or any protected class. Content Label: We hear about two women killed in a car accident. We hear about a man hitting a woman. We hear about a man injured in a bombing raid. Men call each other bastard. Visit https://www.majestic.org/post/open-auditions-the-drawer-boy for more info.
Monday, March 11
Economic Development Coalition Meeting. 4 p.m. Attend Vitually: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-0nOGj66TvGjRUKOJe3Baw. Offer Testimony Written or Verbal: Community Members are encouraged to register with christopher.jacobs@corvallisoregon.gov by 12:00 pm on the day of the meeting. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/advisorygroups-edc/page/economic-development-coalition-meeting for more info.
Senior Book Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free. The Senior Book Club is open to everyone over the age of 50. It meets in person on the second Monday of each month at 1:30 PM. The meetings take place in the Second Floor Boardroom. If you are interested in joining the book club, sign-up sheets are available at the Adult Reference Desk. You can also contact Kate Danielson via email at kate.danielson@corvallisoregon.gov for more information. For readers age 50 or older. This group meets on the second Monday of each month at 1:30 pm. If you are interested in joining this book club, please call 541-766-6702 or email askalibrarian@corvalllisoregon.gov. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/senior-book-club-17052 for more info.
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