Friday, June 27
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.
Cynthia Meyers. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Created by designer and owner Cynthia Meyers after her experiences in Ireland. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru July 10th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. 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.
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.
Generations of Pride: Queer History in Oregon. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30. Highlighting the lives of individuals who have lived — and continue to live — authentically and courageously, often in the face of discrimination, violence, and invisibility. The exhibit also spotlights some of the groundbreaking legislation and bold activist movements that have challenged injustice, sparked change, and helped shape a more inclusive Oregon. Available through June 28th. Visit Benton County Museum | Generations of Pride for more info.
Oregon: 150 Years of Statehood, 150 Million Years in the Making. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Explore these 16 windows into how Oregon’s landscape was assembled during the past 150 million years — and to celebrate those who learned to read the landscape before and during Oregon’s first 150 years of statehood. Available through July 26th. Visit Benton County Museum | Oregon Exhibit 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. Visit The Arts Center | Wildfire + Water for more info.
Pride Potluck. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. Share favorite recipes and an afternoon of laughter and community. Visit City of Corvallis | Pride Potluck for more info.
Teen Anime Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 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.
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 Cowlitz Black Bears. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Macrofocus Live Acoustic Show. Bodhi Cafe/ Bakery, 500 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 6 pm. Free, all ages. A driving atmospheric pop/rock band based in Oregon that has toured the West Coast over the past decade. Visit Macrofocus Band for more info.
Summer Concerts at Chintiminti Park. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Featuring Rock n’ Rewind. Visit City of Corvallis | Summer Concerts for more info.
All Night EDM. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Chintiminti Chamber Music Festival. First Congregational United Church of Christ,
4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $30/ticket, $100/season pass. College and high school students admitted free with ID. Children under 12 admitted free with adult. Each of the four concerts this season – Cherry, Oak, Douglas and Alder – bring together masterworks new and old, in programs crafted to engage the imagination and deepen a connection with the joy of chamber music. Concert 3- Douglas. Visit Chintimini Chamber Music Concert 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.
Harlots & Heros: A Xena Spectacular. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/general. In honor of the 30th anniversary of Xena: Warrior Princess, all warriors, bards, gods and mortals can attend this epic night of drag and burlesque. Visit Whiteside Theatre: Harlots and Heros for more info.
Open Source: Pride Edition. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Saturday, June 28
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.
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.
Generations of Pride: Queer History in Oregon. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30. Highlighting the lives of individuals who have lived — and continue to live — authentically and courageously, often in the face of discrimination, violence, and invisibility. The exhibit also spotlights some of the groundbreaking legislation and bold activist movements that have challenged injustice, sparked change, and helped shape a more inclusive Oregon. Available through June 28th. Visit Benton County Museum | Generations of Pride for more info.
Oregon: 150 Years of Statehood, 150 Million Years in the Making. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Explore these 16 windows into how Oregon’s landscape was assembled during the past 150 million years — and to celebrate those who learned to read the landscape before and during Oregon’s first 150 years of statehood. Available through July 26th. Visit Benton County Museum | Oregon Exhibit 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 Pride. 299 S 23rd St, Philomath. 12 pm. Free, all ages event. Visit Facebook.com | Philomath Pride 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.
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.
Author Event: Kelly Ramsey. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madisone Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. Wildfire Days is an adventure-filled memoir of a woman’s struggle to succeed as a wildland firefighter on an elite, male-dominated crew as they battle some of the fiercest wildfires in the West. In this vivid, visceral, and intimate memoir, author Kelly Ramsey wrestles with the immense power of fire for both destruction and renewal. Visit Grassroots Books | Kelly Ramsey for more info.
Live Music at Lumos. Lumos Wine Co, 24000 Cardwell Hill Dr, Philomath. 2 – 4 pm. Free. Featuring Jam Wagon, a local genre-fluid band full of awesome bringing tasty down-home folk & blues. Visit Lumos Wines | Events 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 Cowlitz Black Bears. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Majestic Readers Theatre Presents: No Exit. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $16/general, $14/students and seniors. PG-13. Two women and one man are locked up together for eternity in one hideous room in Hell. The windows are bricked up, there are no mirrors, the electric lights can never be turned off, and there is no exit. Visit Majestic Theatre | No Exit for more info.
Windswept with LMNO. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Sunday, June 29
Sunday Brunch with Joe Jangles. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 12 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Generations of Pride: Queer History in Oregon. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30. Highlighting the lives of individuals who have lived — and continue to live — authentically and courageously, often in the face of discrimination, violence, and invisibility. The exhibit also spotlights some of the groundbreaking legislation and bold activist movements that have challenged injustice, sparked change, and helped shape a more inclusive Oregon. Available through June 28th. Visit Benton County Museum | Generations of Pride for more info.
Open Streets Festival. Southeast Corvallis from Willamette Park to Lily Park, see map at website for more details.11 am – 3 pm. 7th annual free, fun street festival with activities and music along a mile of closed off streets. Visit Corvallis Open Streets for 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.
Southtown Hops and History Tour. Lily Park, at the Intersection of Lily Ave and Bethel St. 12 pm and 2 pm. Free. Come explore how a slice of Southtown – once considered the outskirts of town – played a role in Oregon’s early hop industry. Stories of migration, labor, and agriculture converge on this hour-long tour. Over the course of a mile we’ll learn about how the region’s infrastructure and labor economy took shape and then came to life on Southtown soil. Visit Engage Corvallis 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 can simply listen and appreciate. Visit Corvallis Folklore | Celtic Music Session for more info.
Chintiminti Chamber Music Festival. Tyee Wine Cellars, 26335 Greenberry Road, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $30/ticket, $100/season pass. College and high school students admitted free with ID. Children under 12 admitted free with adult. Each of the four concerts this season – Cherry, Oak, Douglas and Alder – bring together masterworks new and old, in programs crafted to engage the imagination and deepen a connection with the joy of chamber music. Concert 4- Alder. Visit Chintimini Chamber Music Concert for more info.
Corvallis Knights Game. 430 SW Langton Place, Corvallis. Gates at 4:30 pm, first pitch at 5:05 pm. Cost: $10-$18/ticket. Home game against the Cowlitz Black Bears. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Overneath. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Overneath: A Dave Storres project. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Majestic Readers Theatre Presents: No Exit. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $16/general, $14/students and seniors. PG-13. Two women and one man are locked up together for eternity in one hideous room in Hell. The windows are bricked up, there are no mirrors, the electric lights can never be turned off, and there is no exit. Visit Majestic Theatre | No Exit for more info.
Labryinth. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. Teenage Sarah journeys through a maze to save her baby brother from the Goblin King. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Labryinth for more info.
Monday, June 30
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.
Cynthia Meyers. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Created by designer and owner Cynthia Meyers after her experiences in Ireland. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru July 10th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. 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.
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.
Musical Mondays: Hamilton. Majestic Theatre 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Ages 12-17. A musical movie night for teens. Munch popcorn, watch filmed versions of classic stage plays, and make new social connections with theatrically minded peers. Visit City of Corvallis | Musical Mondays for more info.
Jeff Suxx Trivia. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info
Tuesday, July 1
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.
Cynthia Meyers. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Created by designer and owner Cynthia Meyers after her experiences in Ireland. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru July 10th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. 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.
Board of Commissioners Meeting. Holmes and Shipley Board Room, Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Benton County | Board of Commissioners Meeting for more info.
Outdoor Storytime with Corvallis Fire Department. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 10:30 am. 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 with Fire Department | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Red Cross Blood Drive. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 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.
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.
Comedy with Angel Ocasio. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 1 pm. A bilingual English/Spanish, high energy, very funny one man variety show, for children and families. Visit CBCPL | Comedy with Angel Ocasio 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 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.
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.
Graphic Novel Club. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6pm. This month’s selection is Zodica by Ai Weiwei. Copies of the month’s book selection are available to check out from the 2nd floor reference desk. Visit CBCPL | Graphic Novel Book Club 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 Gunderson Baseball. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Philomath Evening Book Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 6:30 pm. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. Visit CBCPL | Philomath Evening Book Club for more info.
Corvallis Community Band. Central Park Gazebo, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Featuring Mark Tarasawa: Fantasy and Fantasia. Bring a chair or picnic blanket. Visit Corvallis Community Band | Schedule for more info.
Returning with Fosphine and The Screaming Wind. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/same day. A night of Black Metal. Synthesizing currents of black metal, dark ambient, experimental theater, and butoh dance. Visit Whiteside Theatre | Returning with Fosphine for more info.
Wednesday, July 2
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.
Cynthia Meyers. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Created by designer and owner Cynthia Meyers after her experiences in Ireland. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru July 10th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. 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.
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.
Employment Help. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10 am – 12 pm. Ages: Adults. Free. Job seekers and anyone with career and employment questions are invited to drop in to meet with an Employment Specialist from WorkSource Oregon. Visit Employment Help | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Oregon: 150 Years of Statehood, 150 Million Years in the Making. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Explore these 16 windows into how Oregon’s landscape was assembled during the past 150 million years — and to celebrate those who learned to read the landscape before and during Oregon’s first 150 years of statehood. Available through July 26th. Visit Benton County Museum | Oregon Exhibit for more info.
Generations of Pride: Queer History in Oregon. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30. Highlighting the lives of individuals who have lived — and continue to live — authentically and courageously, often in the face of discrimination, violence, and invisibility. The exhibit also spotlights some of the groundbreaking legislation and bold activist movements that have challenged injustice, sparked change, and helped shape a more inclusive Oregon. Available through June 28th. Visit Benton County Museum | Generations of Pride 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.
Infant Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. 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 CBCPL | Infant Storytime 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 families are invited to an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Philomath Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
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.
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. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. All ages are invited to play with a variety of building toys, with a new engineering challenge each month. Visit CBCPL | Build It Day for more info.
Comedy with Angel Ocasio. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 5:30 pm. A bilingual English/Spanish, high energy, very funny one man variety show, for children and families. Visit CBCPL | Comedy with Angel Ocasio for more info.
Block 15 Summer Music Series: Summer Love. Block 15 Southtown Taphouse, 3415 SW Deschutes St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Free. Featuring Michael Jennings and Honest Truth. Visit Block 15 Music Series: Michael Jennings and Honest Truth for more info.
Jazz Wrk Trio. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Pajama Storytime. 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 6 pm. Wear PJs to the library and for a quiet storytime to wind down for the evening. Visit CBCPL | Pajama Storytime for more info.
Planning Commission Meeting. Virtual Only. 6:30 pm. Visit Benton County | Planning Commission for more info.
Thursday, July 3
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.
Cynthia Meyers. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Created by designer and owner Cynthia Meyers after her experiences in Ireland. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru July 10th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. 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.
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.
Generations of Pride: Queer History in Oregon. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30. Highlighting the lives of individuals who have lived — and continue to live — authentically and courageously, often in the face of discrimination, violence, and invisibility. The exhibit also spotlights some of the groundbreaking legislation and bold activist movements that have challenged injustice, sparked change, and helped shape a more inclusive Oregon. Available through June 28th. Visit Benton County Museum | Generations of Pride for more info.
Oregon: 150 Years of Statehood, 150 Million Years in the Making. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Explore these 16 windows into how Oregon’s landscape was assembled during the past 150 million years — and to celebrate those who learned to read the landscape before and during Oregon’s first 150 years of statehood. Available through July 26th. Visit Benton County Museum | Oregon Exhibit for more info.
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.
Comedy with Angel Ocasio. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 am. A bilingual English/Spanish, high energy, very funny one man variety show, for children and families. Visit CBCPL | Comedy with Angel Ocasio 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 am. 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.
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 Yellowface by R. F. Kaung. 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. Visit The Arts Center | Wildfire + Water 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.
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 NW Star Nighthawks. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Dennis Monroe’s Blues Jam. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Friday, July 4
Corvallis Red White and Blue Festival. Downtown Corvallis. 10 am – 11 pm. Featuring live music, inflatables, craft and activities booths, and food for purchase. Visit Red, White and Blue Festival for more info.
Cardwell Hill Winery Live Music. Cardwell Hill Cellars, 24241 Cardwell Hill Dr, Philomath. 6 pm. Featuring John Deschler on trumpet. Visit Cardwell Hill | Live Music 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 Bend Elks. Visit Corvallis Knights Games for more info.
Funk for Freedom. Corvallis Oddfellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:45 pm. Cost: $10- $30/person, sliding scale, 12 and under free. Three fantastic local DJs, each with their own unique style and vibes, to keep the dancing going all night long. Every beat supports a vital mission: 100% of profits will be donated directly to the ACLU to defend civil rights. Dance knowing you’re making a difference! Visit Facebook.com | Funk for Freedom for more info
Jaycees Firework Display. Riverfront, Corvallis. 10 pm. Annual display of Fireworks put on by local Jaycees Club.
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