Friday, June 6
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 pm – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape the future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions 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.
Southtown Community Land Trust Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. 580 SE Bell Ave, Corvallis. 10 am. Possible Quorum. Visit Corvallis | Southtown Community Land Trust Ribbon Cutting for more info.
Preschool Science Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 am. Preschool aged. A special garden theme story time followed by hands-on activities that encourage the exploration of literacy, science and math. Visit Philomath Community Library | Science Storytime for more info.
Wildfire + Water. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.12 – 5 pm. This timely exhibition explores environmental, spiritual and socio-political issues not only affecting the Chewaucan region, but the entire world. With the work of 9 artists and over a dozen collaborators, Wildfire + Water may leave gallery visitors with more questions than answers.
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. Attend 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.
Crescent Valley High School Graduation. Crescent Valley High School, 4444 NW Highland Dr, Corvallis. 5 pm. Visit CSD509J | Calendar for more info.
Meet Your Streets. Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st Street, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Free. This 45 minute, free tour is different every month and happens on the 1st Friday. Each month Engage Corvallis unveils a sneak preview of research being done for future tours. June’s tour will be given by guest guide Anya Ballinger, Curator of Education at the Benton County Historical Society. Visit Engage Corvallis: Meet Your Streets for more info.
Library Takeover for Adults: Rainbow NERF Night. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6:15 pm. 18+. Celebrate Pride and enjoy snacks, crafts, and Nerf games after hours in the library. Wear rainbow colors and enjoy Pride-themed snacks and crafts. Visit CBCPL | Library Takeover for Adults for more info.
Screening of America’s Best Idea. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Cost: $15/general, $10/seniors. Tickets available online only. An exclusive screening of Out There: A National Parks Story, celebrating 30 years of Oregon Parks Forever. Visit Corvallis Museum: Screening of Out There for more info.
Big Fir. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Local ska. Visit Old World Center more info.
Corvallis High School Graduation. Gil Coliseum, 660 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit CSD509J |Calendar for more info.
Summer of the Punk Festival. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. All Ages. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Stone Ape, Minor Anomaly and Bikini. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/at door. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Stone Ape, Minor Anomaly and Bikini for more info.
Saturday, June 7
Cars and Coffee. Shepherd of the Valley Church, Parking Lot, 2650 NW Highland Avenue, Corvallis. 8 – 10 am. The Corvallis Historic Auto Club’s monthly meeting for classic cars, coffee, and donuts. Visit Corvallis Historic Auto Club Calendar for more info
Legislative Breakfast. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Possible Quorum. Visit City of Corvallis | Legislative Breakfast for more info.
Corvallis Farmers’ Market. 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A bustling hub of activity and community connection. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park, the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Saturday Market for more info.
Kids Book Club Kit. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 9 am – 6 pm, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis; Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath, 10 am – 3 pm ; Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe, 12 – 3 pm. Book Club selection: Cloud Puppy by Kelly Leigh Miller. Cloud Puppy is part puppy, part cloud, and has special skills like floating, sniffing, and making rainbow. When she finds out about the upcoming comics convention she is excited to meet the creator of her favorite comic, Kit Starlight. Visit CBCPL | Kids Book Club Kit for more info.
Altrusa Internationall Corvallis Jewelry Sale Fundraiser. First United Methodist Church – Wesley Room, 1165 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10 am. Support Altrusa as they raise money for local service projects, school literacy projects, free book giveaways and more. Costume to fine jewelry. Visit Facebook.com | Altrusa Intl Jewelry Sale for more info.
Discovery Day- Wings. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 12 pm. Free. In conjunction with the Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds exhibit. Learn about birds and flight with Willamette Valley Bird Alliance. Try to write with a feather quill pen, and see what else feathers can do. Visit Benton County Museum Discovery Day for more info.
Government Comment Corner. Bellushi Wing, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10 am – 12 pm. Stop in and chat with local Corvallis government. Featuring Ward 2 Councilor Charlene Ellis. Visit Government Comment Corner for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape the future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions 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.
Saturday Stories. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. A storytime for children of all ages. 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 CBCPL | Saturday Stories for more info.
All Ages Pride Party. Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 12 – 2 pm. This all-ages Pride Month celebration includes rainbow crafts. Visit CBCPL | All Ages Pride Party Monroe for more info.
Teen Scene. Majestic Theatre Community/Rehearsal Room, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 2 pm. Ages 13-17. The Majestic Theatre hosts this youth-led theater company featuring a series of workshops to build technical skills, leading up to brand-new productions for teens. Learn more about acting, directing, designing, and producing while making new friends. Visit Teen Scene- Majestic Theatre for more info.
Wildfire + Water. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.12 – 5 pm. This timely exhibition explores environmental, spiritual and socio-political issues not only affecting the Chewaucan region, but the entire world. With the work of 9 artists and over a dozen collaborators, Wildfire + Water may leave gallery visitors with more questions than answers. Visit Wildfire+ Water | The Arts Center for more info.
All Ages Pride Party. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. People of all ages can make rainbow crafts, enjoy a photo booth, refreshments, and more. All supplies are provided by the library and will be available while supplies last. Visit CBCPL | All Ages Pride Party – Corvallis. 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. 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.
Bounskee Tournament Benefiting Mid Willamette Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Benchwarmer’s Bar and Grill, 1895 NW 9th St, Corvallis. 2 pm for Qualifications, 3 pm for Tournament. Cost: $25/person. All ages welcome to watch, only adults may play. Visit Bounskee Tournament and Fundraiser for more info.
Old Growth: A Reading and Conversation. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Spring Creek Project presents a conversation with Lynda Mapes, author of The Trees are Speaking. Visit CBCPL | Old Growth Reading and Conversation for more info.
2 Towns Y2K Prom. 2 Towns Tap Room, 33930 SE Eastgate Cir, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $25/ticket. A nostalgic night of early 2000s jams, fashion statements, and over the top retro themes. Visit 2 Towns | Y2K Prom for more info.
Corvallis Pride Variety Show. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/door. 18+. Presented by the Haus of Dharma in celebration and support of Corvallis Pride 2025! This year’s show features a fabulous mix of local performers and special guests. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Corvallis Pride Variety Show for more info.
June Swing Dance. Corvallis Odd Fellows, 223 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $0-$20, sliding scale, no one turned away. Monthly downtown swing dance with live music from The Mary’s Peak Stompers! Visit Corvallis Swing Dance | June Swing Dance for more info.
OSU Chamber Choir: Songs of Invention and Innovation. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $25/ticket, students free. The Notebooks of Leonardo di Vinci is an innovative multi-media work for choir and chamber orchestra bringing to life the innovative sketches, diagrams, and notes that Leonardo recorded from the mid-1480s that demonstrated his ability both as a designer and scientist. The work features the latest video syncing technology to connect the work of Leonardo with the compositional setting by innovative composer Jocelyn Hagan. Visit PRAx | OSU Chamber Concert for more info.
Improv Jam. Majestic Theater, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvalls. 7:30 pm. R rated. Cost: $16/ticket. A chance to get on stage and play improv games with seasoned pros, no experience necessary. Or just enjoy the show from the audience! No script, no props, no fear – let’s JAM! Visit Majestic Theater | Improve Jam for more info.
Local DJ Showcase featuring Zeke and Eveu. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Sunday, June 8
Sunday Brunch with Karl Smiley. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 12 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Philomath Farmer’s Market. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Corvallis. 11 am – 3 pm. Fresh local produce, wood-fired pizza, baked foods, hand-crafted items, and more. Visit Philomath Farmers Market for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Sunday, 12 pm – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape the future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. Sundays 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.
Celtic Music Session, Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 2 – 4 pm. Traditional Celtic Music Session. Participants should have some basic Celtic music experience or they can simply listen and enjoy. Contact Leslie Glassmire at glasslab@fastmail.fm for more info.
Willamette Valley Symphony. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $25/adult, $18/senior, free for youth. Presenting William Grant Still’s Afro-American Symphony and local composer Freddy Vilches’ African/Cuban Symphony. Visit Willamette Valley Symphony for more info.
Mid-Valley Belly Dance Collective. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Poetry Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info
Whiteside Theatre Presents: Napoleon Dynamite. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. A listless and alienated teenager helps his new friend win the class presidency in their small western high school, while dealing with his bizarre family life back home. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Napoleon Dynamite for more info.
Monday, June 9
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Senior Book Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 1:30 – 2:30 pm. For anyone over the age of 50. Registration required. There are 12 spots available per month, on a first come, first serve basis. Register at the Adult Reference Desk or via email to receive a copy of the book to borrow. Regular print and large print copies are available. June Book: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb. Visit Senior Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Safe Streets and Roads Task Force. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Visit City of Corvallis | Safe Streets and Roads Task Force
Drop in Grief Support Group. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Attend regularly or stop in when you need support. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce | Lumina Hospice Drop In Group 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 Suxx Trivia. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info
Tuesday, June 10
Board of Commissioners Goal Setting Meeting. Holmes and Shipley Board Room, Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 8 am. Visit Board of Commissioners Goal Setting Meeting for more info.
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Tuesday Morning Greeters. Corvallis Chamber of Commerce AGM. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 8:30 am. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.
Drop in Caregiver Support Group. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street, Corvallis. 10:30 am. A safe and inviting space to share common experiences and support one another along the difficult path of the caregiving journey. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce | Lumina Hospice for more info.
Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 10:30. Outdoor Storytime, outside for summer. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be moved indoors to the Main Meeting Room of the library. Visit Outdoor Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Squishtivities. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Create, play, and learn with sensory play, exploration & crafts. Visit CBCPL | Squishtivities for more info.
Budget Adoptions. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 11 am. Various Service District budget adoptions. Visit Board of Commissioners Calendar 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 Tuesdays 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 enjoy Tuesdays. Visit Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union – Oregon State University for more info.
Wildfire + Water. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.12 – 5 pm. This timely exhibition explores environmental, spiritual and socio-political issues not only affecting the Chewaucan region, but the entire world. With the work of 9 artists and over a dozen collaborators, Wildfire + Water may leave gallery visitors with more questions than answers. Visit Wildfire+ Water | 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.
Teen Sketch Club. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. Grades 6 – 12. Calling all teen artists. Like to draw, paint, doodle, or collage? Bring a favorite pencil and creativity to Sketch Club. They will meet the second Tuesday of each month for an hour of studio time filled with new art challenges, contests, learning and practicing new techniques, and lots of fun. Visit Teen Sketch Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
League of Women Voters Community Planning Committee. Virtual Event. 4:30 pm. Visit League of Women Voters Calendar for more info.
Southtown Farmstand and Market. 1465 SE Alexander Ave, Corvallis. 5-7 pm. Experience homegrown, backyard, and cottage industry crafts, baked goods, canned goods, and very seasonal items—all set in a lovely natural farm environment complete with picnic tables, a campfire, music, nature, farm animals, and the joy of good old-fashioned community. Dog and kid friendly. Parking is limited, so biking and walking are encouraged. Visit Flicker and Fir | Southtown Market for more info.
Waveshock: A Reading with Jerry Martien. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. A reading with poet and author Jerry Martien as he shares his new book, Waveshock: Ed Ricketts, the Voyage of the Grampus & Our Biopoetic Future. Visit PRAx | Waveshock for more info.
Figure Drawing Session. 2 Towns Ciderhouse, 33930 SE Eastgate Cir, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $25. 18+. No instruction, just focused time to create. Visit The Arts Center | Figure Drawing Session for more info.
Learn About Oregon’s Statewide Recycling Overhaul. Virtual Meeting. 6 pm. Benton County and Republic Services will hold a joint virtual presentation to explain what is happening and why. Visit Benton County | Recycling Overhaul for more info.
Historic Resources Commission. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit City of Corvallis | Historic Resources Commission for more info.
Summer Kickoff Party. Boys and Girls Club, 1112 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Games, arts and crafts, dinner and more. Visit Boys and Girls Club Corvallis | Summer Kickoff Party for more info.
Astronomy on Tap. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info
An Hour for the Ears. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $10/general, $5/student. Experience a sensory journey of deep listening under the guidance of Composer and Director of the School of the Arts Peter Swendsen. Visit PRAx | An Hour for the Ears for more info.
Wednesday, June 11
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Corvallis Farmers Market. Riverfront, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A relaxed midweek event highlighting local agriculture. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Wednesday Market for more info.
Coffee With Your Economic Development Office. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 – 11 am. “Coffee with Your EDO” is a monthly event held at a different cafe in Corvallis each month. Staff from the Economic Development Office will be on hand to meet with community members and discuss hot topics in economic development both locally and nationally. Bring questions and feedback and get ready to meet the team. Visit Coffee With Your Economic Development Office – June | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape the future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions 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.
The Pink Pig Puppet Theatre Presents: Animal Antics. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. A puppet show featuring three humorous tales about interesting animals, including a hungry frog, a silly dog, and moose who plays hide and seek. Visit CBCPL | Pink Pig Puppet Theatre for more info.
Historic Film Photography. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Cost: $5/ticket, free for members. A slideshow of historical photos along with a demonstration of his own photographic process on a medium-format film camera from the 1950s. This interactive presentation will survey the changes in equipment and technology, and will include a hands-on demonstration involving audience participation. Visit Benton County Museum | Historic Film Photography 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 an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Philomath Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Squishtivities. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am. An adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity. Visit CBCPL | Squishtivities- Philomath 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.
Random Review: Fire Weather. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm. This month’s Review is by Matthew Reilly, Research Forester, USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station. Visit CBCPL | Random Review: Fire Weather for more info.
Wildfire + Water. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.12 – 5 pm. This timely exhibition explores environmental, spiritual and socio-political issues not only affecting the collaborators, Wildfire + Water may leave gallery visitors with more questions than answers. Visit Wildfire+ Water | The Arts Center for more info.
Spring into Housing: Corvallis Housing First Fundraiser. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Free. Celebrate community, creativity, and housing solutions together. Photo booth, tacos, live music and art project with Determined Art Movement. Visit Corvallis Housing First | Fundraiser for more info.
Corvallis Knights Game. 430 SW Langton Place, Corvallis. Gates at 6 pm, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$18/ticket. Home game against the Springfield Drifters. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Peace and Justice Song Circle. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Whiteside Theatre Presents: Lost Highway (1977). Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. Anonymous videotapes presage a musician’s murder conviction, and a gangster’s girlfriend leads a mechanic astray. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Lost Highway for more info.
Comedy Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info
Thursday, June 12
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape the future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info. 10:30 am.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, 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. Read, sing, rhyme and move, followed by free play. Visit Monroe Baby Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Family Storytime, outside for summer. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be moved indoors to the Main Meeting Room of the library. Visit Outdoor 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 North Woods by Daniel Mason. Visit C3 Book Club for more info.
Wildfire + Water. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.12 – 5 pm. This timely exhibition explores environmental, spiritual and socio-political issues not only affecting the Chewaucan region, but the entire world. With the work of 9 artists and over a dozen collaborators, Wildfire + Water may leave gallery visitors with more questions than answers.
Teen Anime Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 3:30 – 5 pm. Grades 6-12. Manga readers and anime watchers welcome. Topics include favorite characters, the culture and history of anime, practicing the art style, meeting other fans in the community, and watching episodes together. Snacks provided. Episodes shown may be rated from PG to TV-14. Visit CBCPL Teen Anime Club for more info.
City Legislative Committee. Virtual Only. 4 pm. Visit City of Corvallis | City Legislative Committee for more info.
PRAx Student Fellows Showcase. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 4 pm. Interdisciplinary projects created over the past year by 15 of this year’s fellows. This event will feature a short film, musical performances, and readings by Christopher Cousins, Annabella Eisner, Ehi Ogwiji, Tor Strand and Harriet Williams. Visit PRAx | Student Fellows Showcase for more info.
Ayelet Amittay Reading. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. A reading from Ayelet Amittay’s new poetry collection, The Eating Knife, which is an n exploration of personal and intergenerational trauma through the lens of the Akedah, the story of the sacrifice of Isaac. Visit Grassroots Books for more info.
Corvallis Knights Game. 430 SW Langton Place, Corvallis. Gates at 6 pm, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$18/ticket. Home game against the Springfield Drifters. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Corvallis School Board Business Meeting. District Office, 1555 SW 35th St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit CSD509J Calendar for more info.
Wild Hog Jam. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Jazz Jam. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info
Friday, June 13
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 pm – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape the future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions 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.
Wildfire + Water. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.12 – 5 pm. This timely exhibition explores environmental, spiritual and socio-political issues not only affecting the Chewaucan region, but the entire world. With the work of 9 artists and over a dozen collaborators, Wildfire + Water may leave gallery visitors with more questions than answers.
Teen DIY: Bucket Hat Painting. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. Watch a movie, eat snacks, and paint and decorate a bucket hat. Visit CBCPL | Teen DIY Bucket Hat Painting for more info.
The Writers Ready Room 20th Anniversary Gala. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. At this anniversary celebration, more than 15 past and current class members will read short excerpts from their published and award-winning stories. The early drafts of all the stories were critiqued in The Writers’ Ready Room or in its earlier incarnation, The Writers’ Workroom. Visit Grassroots Books for more info.
Corvallis Knights Game. 430 SW Langton Place, Corvallis. Gates at 6 pm, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$18/ticket. Home game against the Marion Berries. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Zeke Plays Drums with Root Vegetables. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Adam Larson and Co. with Patrick Ward. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. $10/advance, $15/at door. A country band known for their heartfelt lyrics, catchy melodies, and a distinctive blend of country, americana and bluegrass. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Adam Larson for more info.
Corvallis Comedy Night: Sophie Buddle. Majestic Theatre, 211 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. 18+ In the grand tradition of Sarah Silverman, Amy Schumer and Ali Wong, Sophie Buddle delivers funny and filthy jokes about sex and relationships through a winkingly ditzy stage persona that you just can’t help but love. Visit Majestic Theatre: Corvallis Comedy Night for more info.
Brigand. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe 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.
Full Moon Ghosts and True Crime Tour. Corner of 2nd and Madison. 8:30 pm. Cost: $29/person, $21/early bird. An hour tour of hair-raising stories outside the downtown Corvallis buildings where these hauntings, crimes, and accidents have been reported. Soak up a little Corvallis history along the way. Visit Full Moon Ghosts and True Crime Tour for more info.
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