Friday, March 28
Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild: Insight. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. Experience an exhibit of color and black-and-white photographic prints by 27 artists on a wide range of subjects, covering a spectrum from landscapes to portraits to abstract work. Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild is celebrating 40 years of promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley, founded in 1985. Guild members were asked to respond to the theme Insight, suggesting both what is in a photographer’s field of vision and what lies behind the scenes. Visit Giustina Gallery, Insight for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery
220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info.
Spring Break Make and Take. Monroe Public Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10 am – 1 pm and 1:30 – 4:30 pm. All ages are invited to use provided arts and crafts supplies to make spring themed masterpieces. Visit Spring Break Make and Take Monroe Community Library for more info.
Family Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. 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. Visit Corvallis Benton County Library Family Storytime for more info.
OSU Campus Tree Walk. Memorial Union, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Dan Blanchard, curator of living plant collections for the OSU Campus Arboretum and instructor in the Department of Horticulture will lead this Campus Walk. This fascinating tour highlights plants on campus and includes some history along the way. Email amy.baker@oregonstate.edu for more info.
Potential Spam: A Zine Exhibition. The Arts Center, Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through April 5. The Corrine Woodman Gallery is transformed into a zine reading room, giving the greater Corvallis community an opportunity to read over 50 zines collected from around the nation. Visit Potential Spam – Zine Exhibition – The Arts Center for more info.
Red Cross Blood Drive. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave. 12 – 5 pm. To check eligibility or to make an appointment, contact the Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or go to redcrossblood.org. Visit Parks and Rec Blood Drive for more info.
Tween Trivia & Karaoke. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 1 – 2:30 pm. 4th and 5th graders. Dust off those memory muscles and vocal chords for Wicked trivia and karaoke. Join them for trivia followed by karaoke with all the popular Wicked songs. Visit Tween Trivia & Karaoke for more info.
Sprout Film Festival. Majestic Theatre. 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 3 pm and 7 pm. Free admission. This unique event, which focuses exclusively on films that celebrate the diverse lives and creativity of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, strives to challenge assumptions and breakdown stereotypes. Visit Sprout Film Festival at the Majestic for more info.
Teen Anime Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3:30 – 5 pm. 6th-12th graders. Join for all things anime! Manga readers and anime watchers welcome. Join for discussion about favorite characters, learn about the culture and history of anime, practice the art style, meet other fans in the community, and watch episodes together. Snacks provided. Episodes shown may be rated from PG to TV-14. Visit Teen Anime Club for more info.
Teen Takeover: NERF. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Grades 6-12. The library provides Nerf blasters, darts, and snacks. Teens are welcome to bring their own un-modded blasters; no Rivals blasters or shields, please. Participants must register in advance, permission form required. Visit Teen Takeover: NERF for more info.
WuTang’s Masta Killa. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7pm. Cost: $40. 18+. Wu Tang’s Masta Killa is presenting his new release, Balance. Visit Old World Center for more info.
HUNKS The Show. Mexico Lindo, 5228 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 7pm. Cost: $14.95. 18+. The performances and irresistible charm in HUNKS keeps the audience engaged all evening. The stage is set for a night of non-stop fun and high-energy antics. Visit Hunks The Show at Mexico Lindo for info and tickets.
Tigers on Opium, Felitare. Bombs Away Cafe. 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9pm. Cost: $5. Psychadelic rock from Portland. Visit Facebook for more info.
Saturday, March 29
Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd Street, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. Every Saturday until April 12, 2025. The Corvallis Winter Market is one of western Oregon’s oldest weekly winter markets. The market serves the Corvallis, Albany, and Mid-Valley area. Visit Corvallis Indoor Winter Market | Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm • January 11 to April 12, 2025 for more info.
Tax Assistance by Appointment. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. 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 20 at 541-250-0268. Visit Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-250-0268 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Blueberry and Raspberry Growing- Master Gardner Plant Clinic. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Free. Benton County Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions about raspberry and blueberry care, as well as other gardening questions. Visit Shonnards Classes and Events for more information.
Carnivorous Indoor Rock Garden Workshop. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Cost: $45. Learn how to make a butterwort rock garden. Visit Shonnards Classes and Events for more information.
Soil, Its All About Soil! Snag Boat Bend Unit of the Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex, 911 11th NE Ave, Halsey. 10 am. James Cassidy has been an instructor of Soil Science at OSU. Join for a short lecture and walk at the Snag Boat Bend unit of the Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Learn about the soils on the Refuge. Visit Soil, It’s All About Soil for more info.
Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Exhibit runs until May 4. This exhibit, on loan from the Oregon Historical Society, explores the story of Oregon wine and some of the moments that make up its history. The narrative spans over 150 years, from the pioneers who brought grapevines on the Oregon Trail to the winegrowers who blazed a new trail in the 1960s to the innovations continuing to take place across the state. Learn about the seasonal workers who support an entire industry and the dedication of people who have grown, made, and embraced Oregon wine. Visit Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine – Benton County Museums for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Cut Flower Gardens Class. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Highway 20, Corvallis. 11 am – 12pm. Free, no registration required. Join Joleen Schilling of Chemeketa College for a class on designing and planting a vibrant cut flower garden, perfect for fresh blooms all season long. Visit Garland Nursery- Cut Flower Gardens Class for more info.
Potential Spam: A Zine Exhibition. The Arts Center, Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through April 5. The Corrine Woodman Gallery is transformed into a zine reading room, giving the greater Corvallis community an opportunity to read over 50 zines collected from around the nation. Visit Potential Spam – Zine Exhibition – The Arts Center for more info.
Spring Break Make and Take. Monroe Public Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 12 – 3 pm. All ages are invited to use provided arts and crafts supplies to make spring themed masterpieces. Visit Spring Break Make and Take Monroe Community Library for more info.
Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. 1:30 – 3 pm. Free. Join them to share concerns, ask questions, meet other parents, and discuss infant feeding topics. A lactation consultant will be available to weigh baby, offer support, and set up further appointments if needed. Visit Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group – Pollywog (pollywogfamily.org) for more info.
Historic Philomath College Tour. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath. 2 pm. Cost: $10, registration required. This historic tour of Philomath College will highlight the stories of the students and teachers who lived and worked here, shaping the future of the town of Philomath. Erected in 1867, the building is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visit Historic Philomath College Tour for more info.
Willamette Valley Jaguars vs Salem Capitols. Corvallis High School, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $8.50 for ages 13 & up, $10 for students, seniors and first responders, $20 for general admission. Ages 12 and under free with a paying adult. Willamette Valley’s professional basketball team.
Big Fir with Matt Campbell. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center for more info.
Emo Night. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Dark hearts, neon nights, get ready to scream, cry and dance like it’s 2005. Visit (20+) Facebook for more info.
Sunday, March 30
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Trans Day of Visibility Protest. Benton County Courthouse, 120 NW 4th St, Corvallis. Rally and unite in honor of Trans Visibility Day. Celebrate and honor trans friends, relatives, and ancestors by reminding them that they are seen and loved. Signs are welcome and encouraged. All are welcome, including dogs and kids. Visit Trans Day of Visability Facebook Event for more info.
Willamette Valley Jaguars vs Salem Capitols. Corvallis High School, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8.50 for ages 13 & up, $10 for students, seniors and first responders, $20 for general admission. Ages 12 and under free with a paying adult. Willamette Valley’s professional basketball team. Visit Willamette Valley Jags Schedule for more info.
Ben Woodman Album Release Party. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7pm. Visit Old World Center for more info.
Monday, March 31
Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild: Insight. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. Experience an exhibit of color and black-and-white photographic prints by 27 artists on a wide range of subjects, covering a spectrum from landscapes to portraits to abstract work. Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild is celebrating 40 years of promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley, founded in 1985. Guild members were asked to respond to the theme Insight, suggesting both what is in a photographer’s field of vision and what lies behind the scenes. Visit Giustina Gallery-Insight for more info.
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info.
Perspectives of the Phycosphere. Strand Agricultural Hall, Room 440, 170 SW Waldo Pl, Corvallis. 12 – 1 pm. Mixed-media artwork by OSU graduate student Vaishnavi Padaki from the Department of Microbiology. Visit Perspectives of the Phycosphere for more info.
City Council Executive Session. Closed to public. 4:30 pm. Visit City Council Executive Session for more info.
City CouncilSpecial Work Session. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. Virtual option available. 5pm. Visit City of Corvallis Special Work Session for more info.
Free Monday Night Meditation. Virtual event. 6:30 – 7:45 pm. Sessions are guided every week, often rotating through month-long themes from Buddhist and contemporary mindfulness practice traditions, which provide the primary perspective and frame. Pre-registration required. Visit Free Monday Night Meditation – Oregon State University for more info.
Jeff Sux Trivia. Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit (20+) Facebook for more info.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8 pre sale, $10 at door. A young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building, but her past threatens to get in the way. Visit Whiteside Theatre Breakfast at Tiffany’s for more info.
Tuesday, April 1
Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild: Insight. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. Experience an exhibit of color and black-and-white photographic prints by 27 artists on a wide range of subjects, covering a spectrum from landscapes to portraits to abstract work. Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild is celebrating 40 years of promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley, founded in 1985. Guild members were asked to respond to the theme Insight, suggesting both what is in a photographer’s field of vision and what lies behind the scenes. Visit Giustina Gallery, Insight for more info.
Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Holmes and Shipley Board Room, Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Board of Commissioners Meeting for more info.
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info
Tuesday Morning Greeters. Linn Benton Community College – Chinook Hall, 931 NW Reiman St, Corvallis. 8:30 am. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery
220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Tax Assistance by Appointment. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. 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. Visit Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-250-0268 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Infant Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Free every Tuesday for children 0-12 months old. 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. Join them. Visit Infant Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Little Listeners Storytime. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 – 11:15 am. Free. Children of all ages are welcome to drop by with their parent or caregiver for stories and songs. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Join them. Visit Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union. Memorial Union Quad (MU Quad), Memorial Union Brick Mall, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. Starts at 11 am. Truckin’ Tuesday is a community event hosted by the Memorial Union Activities Team focused on bringing different types of foods to campus through food trucks. Most Tuesday’s there will be a variety of trucks next to the MU Quad open to students, staff, and the public. This is a chance for people of all ages on the OSU campus to try new foods, support local businesses, and add a little bit of sparkle to their Tuesdays. Visit Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union – Oregon State University for more info.
Potential Spam: A Zine Exhibition. The Arts Center, Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through April 5. The Corrine Woodman Gallery is transformed into a zine reading room, giving the greater Corvallis community an opportunity to read over 50 zines collected from around the nation. Visit Potential Spam – Zine Exhibition – The Arts Center for more info.
Resting My Bones- Steve Erhart. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through May 3. Resting My Bones is an exhibition in which Ohio artist Steve Ehret works through intimate struggles with death, separation and fatherhood. Visit Resting My Bones- The Arts Center for more info.
Free Family Caregiver Support Group. Grace Center for Adult Day Services, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 2 – 3:30pm. The support group is open to all family caregivers, whether they are using Grace Center’s services or not. Respite Care is available during the support group. Services are FREE for the duration of the support group. If the individual is not an enrolled participant, call in advance to discuss care needs. Visit Free Family Caregiver Support Group for more info.
READ Dogs. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 3:15 – 4:15 pm. Beginning readers are invited to practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs) on the fourth Tuesday of the month. A permission form is required for children to participate and may be filled out on-site by parents/guardians. Limited spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit READ Dogs, Monroe Community Library for more info.
CASA Voices for Children Burgerville Dine Out. Burgerville, 2300 NW 9th St, Corvallis. 4 – 9 pm. Mention CASA Voices for Children when ordering for CASA to earn 20% of profits. Visit CASA Voices for Children Burgerville Dine Out for more info.
Graphic Novel Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. Virtual option available. 6 pm. This month’s book is A Witch’s Guide to Burning by Aminder Dhaliwal. Copies are available to check out from the 2nd floor reference desk. Visit Corvallis Benton County Public Library Graphic Novel Club for more info.
Philomath Evening Book Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Copies of book club books are available monthly at the Library’s front desk. Visit Philomath Community Library, Evening Book Club for more info.
Wednesday, April 2
Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild: Insight. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. Experience an exhibit of color and black-and-white photographic prints by 27 artists on a wide range of subjects, covering a spectrum from landscapes to portraits to abstract work. Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild is celebrating 40 years of promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley, founded in 1985. Guild members were asked to respond to the theme Insight, suggesting both what is in a photographer’s field of vision and what lies behind the scenes. Visit Giustina Gallery, Insight for more info
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery
220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info.
Tax Assistance by Appointment. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. 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 20 at 541-250-0268. Visit Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-250-0268 | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Employment Help. Conference Room C, Corvallis Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis.10 am – 12 pm. Job-seekers and anyone with career and employment questions are invited to drop in to meet with an Employment Specialist from Worksource Oregon. WorkSource Oregon is an equal opportunity employer/program. Free auxiliary aids and services are available to individuals with disabilities, and free language assistance is available to persons with limited English proficiency. Visit CBCPL Employment Help with Worksource Oregon for more info.
Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Philomath Museum. 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Exhibit runs until May 4. This exhibit, on loan from the Oregon Historical Society, explores the story of Oregon wine and some of the moments that make up its history. The narrative spans over 150 years, from the pioneers who brought grapevines on the Oregon Trail to the winegrowers who blazed a new trail in the 1960s to the innovations continuing to take place across the state. Learn about the seasonal workers who support an entire industry and the dedication of people who have grown, made, and embraced Oregon wine. Visit Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine – Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Student Art Show. Moreland Gallery, Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. Wednesday-Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. This inspiring exhibit features artwork from Philomath School District students, spanning grades 1-12. On display thru April 12th.Visit Benton County Museum- Philomath Student Art Show for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 – 11 am. Free. Children of all ages and their families are invited to join them for an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Visit Philomath Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Toddler Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Free. Toddler Storytime occurs every Wednesday and is for children 1-3 years old. 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. Join them. Visit Toddler Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Music à la Carte with BMW Jazz Trio. Toomey Lobby, PRAx, 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. 12 pm. This trio features OSU faculty Ben Mutschler on reeds and Ryan Biesack on drums, along with guitarist Steve Willis. BMW is an in-demand regional favorite, playing a mix of standards, lesser-known songs, and original repertoire. Visit Music a la Carte at the PRAx for more info.
Parent Café. Monarch on 4th, 520 NW 4th St, Corvallis. 12 pm. Parent Cafe is a group where parents can talk about stressors, challenge thinking with question cards, and develop small goals to work on. Snacks are provided and children are welcome. Visit Parent Cafe-Pollywog for more info.
Perspectives of the Phycosphere. Strand Agricultural Hall, Room 440, 170 SW Waldo Pl, Corvallis. 12 – 1 pm. Mixed-media artwork by OSU graduate student Vaishnavi Padaki from the Department of Microbiology. Visit Perspectives of the Phycosphere for more info.
Potential Spam: A Zine Exhibition. The Arts Center, Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through April 5. The Corrine Woodman Gallery is transformed into a zine reading room, giving the greater Corvallis community an opportunity to read over 50 zines collected from around the nation. Visit Potential Spam – Zine Exhibition – The Arts Center for more info.
Resting My Bones- Steve Erhart. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through May 3. Resting My Bones is an exhibition in which Ohio artist Steve Ehret works through intimate struggles with death, separation and fatherhood. Visit Resting My Bones- The Arts Center for more info.
Congresswoman Val Hoyle’s Congressional Staff Office Hours. Benton County Courthouse, Room 315. 120 NW 4th St, Corvallis. 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Constituents can get in person help with a federal agency. Contact Field Representative Cheri Brubaker at (202) 834-3336 for more info.
Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3 – 4 pm. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring a personal device or borrow one from the library. Visit CBCPL Digital Life: Tech Help Lab for more info.
BUILD IT Day. 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Patrons of all ages are invited to play with a variety of building toys. Each week a new engineering challenge will be issued for patrons to attempt. Visit Philomath Community Library Build It Day for more info.
LEGO at the Library. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. Build with fellow LEGO fans each month. Drop in – LEGO bricks provided. Visit CBCPL Lego at the Library for more info.
The Land Loves You: Honoring Sacred Relationships. Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws (Native American Longhouse), 311 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 4 pm. Guided discussion, reflection, and storying, focused on how conceptualizations of land shape actions and responsibilities. This workshop is hosted by Tia Tidwell, an assistant professor of Alaska Native Studies and Rural Development at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Visit The Land Loves You: Honoring Sacred Relationships for more info.
All Ages Craft Night. Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 5:30 – 7 pm. Children and their families are invited to explore open-ended crafts. Each month will feature different craft mediums. Bring an imagination! Visit Monroe Community Library All Ages Craft Night for more info.
Planning Commission Meeting. Virtual. 6:30 pm. Visit City of Corvallis Planning Commission Meeting for more info.
Jazz Wrx Trio. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center for more info.
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk Me. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8 pre sale, $10 at door. Laura Palmer’s harrowing final days are chronicled one year after the murder of Teresa Banks, a resident of Twin Peaks’ neighboring town. Visit Whiteside Theatre Twin Peaks for more info.
Thursday, April 3
Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild: Insight. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. Experience an exhibit of color and black-and-white photographic prints by 27 artists on a wide range of subjects, covering a spectrum from landscapes to portraits to abstract work. Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild is celebrating 40 years of promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley, founded in 1985. Guild members were asked to respond to the theme Insight, suggesting both what is in a photographer’s field of vision and what lies behind the scenes. Visit Giustina Gallery, Insight for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery
220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info.
Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Exhibit runs until May 4. This exhibit, on loan from the Oregon Historical Society, explores the story of Oregon wine and some of the moments that make up its history. The narrative spans over 150 years, from the pioneers who brought grapevines on the Oregon Trail to the winegrowers who blazed a new trail in the 1960s to the innovations continuing to take place across the state. Learn about the seasonal workers who support an entire industry and the dedication of people who have grown, made, and embraced Oregon wine. Visit Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine – Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Student Art Show. Moreland Gallery, Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. Wednesday-Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. This inspiring exhibit features artwork from Philomath School District students, spanning grades 1-12. On display thru April 12th. Visit Benton County Museum- Philomath Student Art Show for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Drop-In Baby Weight and Feeding Clinic. Corvallis Birth & Wellness Center, 2314 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11:30 am. A free drop-in hour to check baby’s weight, ask feeding questions, and get peer support. Open to human milk feeding parents and caregivers in the community. Visit Drop in Feeding Clinic for more info.
Monroe Baby Storytime. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 – 11:15 am. Birth to 5 yrs. Join them to read, sing, rhyme and move, followed by free play. Visit Monroe Baby Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Preschool Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Free. Ages 3-5. 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. Join them. Visit Preschool Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
C3 Book Club. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 11am – 12 pm. A collaboration between Corvallis Parks and Recreation and the Corvallis Benton County Public Library. Pre-registration required. This month’s book is The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. Visit C3 Book Club for more info.
Blood Drive. Parking Lot, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 12 – 5 pm. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org to make an appointment. Visit Blood Drive at Monroe Community Library for more info.
Potential Spam: A Zine Exhibition. The Arts Center, Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through April 5. The Corrine Woodman Gallery is transformed into a zine reading room, giving the greater Corvallis community an opportunity to read over 50 zines collected from around the nation. Visit Potential Spam – Zine Exhibition – The Arts Center for more info.
Resting My Bones- Steve Erhart. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through May 3. Resting My Bones is an exhibition in which Ohio artist Steve Ehret works through intimate struggles with death, separation and fatherhood. Visit Resting My Bones- The Arts Center for more info.
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration Reception. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 4 – 6 pm. Join the artists at their opening reception. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info.
Safe Streets for All Open House. Corvallis Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 – 7pm. Attendees can learn more about the Safe Streets & Roads for All project that aims to improve transportation safety in Corvallis and Benton County. This is an opportunity to share safety concerns and help shape future improvements while engaging with County and project staff. Family friendly-activities and Spanish interpretation will be available. Visit Safe Streets for All Open House for more info.
Artist Meetup at The Arts Center. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 – 7pm. Artist Meetups are a welcoming space for creatives of all disciplines and experience levels to share work, receive constructive feedback, and discuss creative-world hot topics. Artists from all backgrounds, including hobbyists, emerging, and established creatives, with special encouragement for those from historically excluded communities are invited to connect, share, and grow together. Visit The Arts Center: Artist Meetup for more info.
Tuvan Shamanism and Throatsinging. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $10-$20 suggested donation. Corvallis Experiments in Noise is proud to present an evening of Tuvan Shamanism and Throatsinging with Chingiz Kam and Arrington de Dionyso. Chingiz Kam is an initiated hereditary shaman from Tuva who will conduct an authentic ritual for powerful healing adapted for the space of the museum. Visit Benton County Museum- Tuvan Shamanism and Throat Singing for more info.
Dennis Monroe’s Blues Jam. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center for more info.
Friday, April 4
Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild: Insight. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am- 5 pm. Free. Experience an exhibit of color and black-and-white photographic prints by 27 artists on a wide range of subjects, covering a spectrum from landscapes to portraits to abstract work. Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild is celebrating 40 years of promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley, founded in 1985. Guild members were asked to respond to the theme Insight, suggesting both what is in a photographer’s field of vision and what lies behind the scenes. Visit Giustina Gallery, Insight for more info
Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration. Richardson Hall, The Grove Gallery (2nd Floor Knuckle), 3180 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. Each piece within the series highlights the specific characteristics, background and/or contribution of individual collaborators as a means to publicly appreciate the unique role each person plays within a larger creative cooperation. Visit Helves and Hallmarks of Collaboration at The Grove Gallery. for more info.
Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Philomath Museum. 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Exhibit runs until May 4. This exhibit, on loan from the Oregon Historical Society, explores the story of Oregon wine and some of the moments that make up its history. The narrative spans over 150 years, from the pioneers who brought grapevines on the Oregon Trail to the winegrowers who blazed a new trail in the 1960s to the innovations continuing to take place across the state. Learn about the seasonal workers who support an entire industry and the dedication of people who have grown, made, and embraced Oregon wine. Visit Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine – Benton County Museums for more info.
Fulllerton Wines: Wine Tasting. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Stop by the museum during open hours for a free wine tasting. Provided in partnership with local Philomath business Fullerton Wines to complement the Philomath Museum’s current exhibit in the History Gallery: Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Visit Philomath Museum-Wine Tasting for more info.
Philomath Student Art Show. Moreland Gallery, Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. Wednesday-Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. This inspiring exhibit features artwork from Philomath School District students, spanning grades 1-12. On display thru April 12th.Visit Benton County Museum- Philomath Student Art Show for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from
12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Family Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. 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. Visit Corvallis Benton County Library Family Storytime for more info.
Monroe Tween & Teen Party. Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Corvallis. 2:30 – 4 pm. Tweens & Teens hang out after school for games, crafts and snacks. Visit Monroe Community Library Teen & Tween Party for more info.
Teen Advisory Group. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. Join the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and have a say in making the library a more awesome place. Be involved in the community and meet new people while helping to plan teen events. Apply to join. Visit CBCPL Teen Advisory Group for more info.
Potential Spam: A Zine Exhibition. The Arts Center, Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through April 5. The Corrine Woodman Gallery is transformed into a zine reading room, giving the greater Corvallis community an opportunity to read over 50 zines collected from around the nation. Visit Potential Spam – Zine Exhibition – The Arts Center for more info.
Resting My Bones- Steve Erhart. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through May 3. Resting My Bones is an exhibition in which Ohio artist Steve Ehret works through intimate struggles with death, separation and fatherhood. Visit Resting My Bones- The Arts Center for more info.
Family Fun Night. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. A monthly activity night for families. Aimed at ages 2-12. This month’s activities include mask making, seed tape creation, worm bin discovery, a gymnastics track, STEM bridge building, and eco village construction. Visit City of Corvallis Family Fun Night for more info.
Meet Your Streets. Courtyard Corvallis, Lobby, 400 SW 1st Street, Corvallis. 5:15 pm. Free, reservations required. This 45 minute, in-person gathering is the perfect opportunity to explore and connect with the history of Corvallis’ vibrant streets. Engage with fellow learning, story, or history enthusiasts while exploring downtown Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis 1st Friday Tour for more info.
Hilltop Big Band. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center for more info.
Gunhild Carling. The Majestic Theater, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $25/ticket, $35/VIP ticket. Sweden’s “Queen of Swing,” brings her band for a very special show. Whether she’s singing favorite swinging jazz standards, playing one of many instruments or juggling and tap dancing, Gunhild’s sublime showmanship shines. Visit Gunhild Carling at the Majestic for more info.
Writer in Residence: Elisa Gabbert. Corvallis Musuem, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 – 9:30 pm. Join OSU’s School of Writing, Literature, and Film for a reading by author Elisa Gabbert. Book signing to follow. Visit Grass Roots Book Store- Events for more info.
Don’t Tell Comedy. Surprise Location in Downtown Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $25. Comedy show in an unusual surprise location in Downtown Corvallis. Location revealed with ticket purchase. Visit Don’t Tell Comedy for more info.
Slippy & The Sheets w/Tom Foe & Band, Jeremy Haney, & Kainoa Taylor. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10 presale, $15 at door. An evening of indie rock music. Visit Whiteside Theatre Slippy & The Sheets for more info.
First Fridays are a Drag. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 8:30 pm. Kenzie B. Valentine is returning and bringing other amazing Queens from around Oregon. Visit Facebook: First Fridays are a Drag for more info.
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