Friday, Oct 3

20^th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. The exhibition will feature a selection of work from past and present studio tour artists, offering a rare opportunity to see the evolution of the region’s creative community in one place. Mediums will range from painting, printmaking, and sculpture to glass, fiber, photography, ceramics, and mixed media. Visit Philomath Open Studio Tour | The LaSells Stewart Center for more info.

From Airwaves to Algorithms. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Discover how media shaped public life, changed how people interact with the world, and brought families together in front of screens, radios, and newspapers. Through historic objects, interactive displays, and multimedia presentations, visitors will journey through decades of change, learning how information has gone from one-way broadcasts to interactive, personalized experiences. Visit From Airwaves to Algorithms: The Evolution of Family Media – Benton County Museums for more info.

Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd 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.

What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm. This fun and educational exhibit explores the fascinating world of onomatopoeia—words that imitate the sounds they describe. From “meow” to “woof” and “cock-a-doodle-doo,” onomatopoeic words bring animal sounds to life. Designed for visitors of all ages, this exhibit offers a hands-on experience for preschoolers and anyone curious about how language shapes the way people hear the world. Available through October 26. Visit Benton County Museum | What Does the Fox Say? for more info.

Family Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis.
10:30 am. Library Storytime for all children. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Family Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Anthropology Lecture Series. Strand Agricultural Hall, 170 SW Waldo Pl, Corvallis. 12 pm. Featuring Richard Rosencrance, University of Nevada Reno with “New Perspectives on Late Pleistocene Complex Technologies and Cold Mitigation in the Northern Great Basin.” Visit Anthropology Lecture Series – Oregon State University for more info.

Shut Up. Corvallis Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. An exhibition by artist Kathy Ross, explores function and form while confronting society’s acceptance of noise pollution. With whimsical style, Kathy Ross repurposes detritus into dynamic sculptures that ask the viewer to consider the overwhelming clamor in which everyone lives. Visit Shut Up – Kathy Ross – The Arts Center for more info.

Weight. Corvallis Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Weight, an exhibition by Washington artist Crista Ann Ames, questions familiar feminine tropes in art and art history. Raised on a small subsistence farm, her work draws from personal experiences with pastoral life, animal husbandry, women’s craft and fertility. The coil-built clay human figures in this exhibition, which Ames sees as vessels, re-imagine classic sculptures, historic narratives and symbolism. Her practice embraces both craft and the concept of “personal as political.” Visit Weight – Crista Ann Ames – The Arts Center for more info.

Squishmallow Party. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 3 pm. Grades 4/5. Squishmallow speed puzzling, coloring, and cooperative puzzles. Visit Squishmallow Party | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Teen Advisory Group. 2^nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. Free. 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. Talk books, movies, music, and games, and work on team building. Snacks are provided. Apply to join. Visit Teen Advisory Group | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Family Fun Night. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Free. A night of exciting activities, including STEAM, art projects, and lots of opportunities for play. Visit Family Fun Night | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Meet Your Streets History Tour. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Free, reservation required. A 45 minute, in-person gathering to explore and connect with the history of Corvallis’ vibrant streets. Engage with fellow learning and history enthusiasts while exploring downtown Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.

Auditions: An Enemy of the People. Gladys Valley Gymnastic Center, 1701 SW Jefferson Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. A story about being outcast by a community. No preparation needed, casting up to 12 parts. Visit Auditions: An Enemy of the People – Oregon State University for more info.

Book Launch with Author Donovon M Reves. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.
6 pm. Grassroots Employee Donovon M Reves launches his first book, The Extraordinary Voyage of a Tall Ship in a Tiny Pool Far from the Sea. Visit Book Launch | Grass Roots Books & Music for more info.

Charlene and Her Champagne Bruts. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

PRAx Presents: Harry Yeff. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $20/general, $5/student. Visual artist, champion beatboxer, and international thought-leader on the relationship between voice and technology, Harry Yeff (aka Reeps100) has been a three-time artist-in-residence at Harvard University, delivered TED talks around the world, held a musical “chess match” with his AI artist twin in the anechoic chamber at Bell Labs, directed the world’s first AI-driven ballet (at the Leipzig Opera House), and is one of the most influential AI thought leaders of the time. Visit Harry Yeff (aka Reeps100) | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

The Great Gatsby. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 1^st St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $20/adult, $18/students and seniors. Rated PG-13. Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. The breathtaking glamour and decadent excess of the Jazz Age come to the stage in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel, and in Simon Levy’s adaptation, approved by the Fitzgerald Estate. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Haunted Corn Maze. The Melon Shack, corner of Hwy 20 and NE Garden Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $20/ticket. Visit Corn Maze Haunted Maze | visitcorvallis.com for more info.

Not Green Day. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm, doors at 7:30. fpr Cost: $20/advance, $25/same day. As 4 die-hard, lifelong Green Day fans, NOT.GREENDAY brings a high energy, non-stop performance that will have you dancing and singing along in a sea of nostalgia. Visit NOT.GREENDAY | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Saturday, Oct 4

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. 1^st 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.

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 City Council Brie Lewis. Visit Government Comment Corner | City of Corvallis for more info.

Native Innovations. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. This exhibit recognizes and celebrates engineering innovations designed and used by First Nations in Oregon. It explores how Native Americans have used knowledge, creativity, and ingenuity to solve problems for thousands of years, and continue to do so today. Participants are invited to try their own hand at engineering, while learning from examples of traditional Indigenous technologies related to housing, travel, tools, recreation, resource management, and more, along with the current uses or applications of those innovations. Visit Native Innovations – Benton County Museums for more info.

PNW Native Wildflowers from Seed and Bulbs. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Learn about many wonderful Pacific Northwest native flowers, including when and how to start them from seed or bulbs. Visit Shonnard’s Nursery | Classes 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 Sundays 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.

Legislative Update. Kalapuya Building, 4500 Research Way, Corvallis. 10:15 am. A special edition of the 2025 Legislative Update. This is an opportunity to hear senators’ and representatives’ perspective of the 2025 session as well as the special session dealing with the revised transportation package—and get questions answered. All Oregon legislators with representation in Benton County are invited. Visit Legislative Update | League of Women Voters of Corvallis for more info.

Puzzle Swap. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12 – 1:30 pm. Bring puzzles to swap. All ages and levels welcome. Visit Puzzle Swap | Corvallis-Benton County Public 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. 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.

Yukio Shimomura: My 2.5 Years Behind Barbed Wires in the US During WWII. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3 pm. During WWII, more than 110,000 people were incarcerated after the attack on Pearl Harbor, from tiny infants to the elderly. This is a snapshot of one family’s experience. Yukio Shimomura, a former Corvallis resident, shares his family’s experience during the 1940s when WWII started , including the effects of Executive Order 9066 on his family, from leaving San Francisco and entering the incarceration camps, first at the Tanforan Race Track in San Bruno then to the camp near Topaz, Utah. Visit Yukio Shimomura Presentation | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Historical Varietal Apple Tasting and Author Talk. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 3:30 pm. Free, $10 suggested donation. Learn about the history of the fruit industry on the Pacific Coast with an author talk featuring Linda Ziedrich. Apples samples from Territorial Road Orchards. Visit Historical Varietal Apple Tasting and Author Talk – Benton County Museums for more info.

The Rythm Roundup. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Western Swing. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Sunday, Oct 5

Sunday Brunch with Nicasio Ralph. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

All About Growing Garlic and Onions. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Learn how to plant, harvest, and store garlic and onions; what varieties work best in the Pacific Northwest, and many other tips and pointers. Visit Shonnard’s Nursery | Classes 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.

Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 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, Feather s, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.

What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. This fun and educational exhibit explores the fascinating world of onomatopoeia—words that imitate the sounds they describe. From “meow” to “woof” and “cock-a-doodle-doo,” onomatopoeic words bring animal sounds to life. Designed for visitors of all ages, this exhibit offers a hands-on experience for preschoolers and anyone curious about how language shapes the way people hear the world. Available through October 26. Visit Benton County Museum | What Does the Fox Say? for more info.

Celtic Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

The Great Gatsby. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 1^st St, Corvallis. 2:30 pm. Cost: $20/adult, $18/students and seniors. Rated PG-13. Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. The breathtaking glamour and decadent excess of the Jazz Age come to the stage in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel, and in Simon Levy’s adaptation, approved by the Fitzgerald Estate. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Celebrating the Wonders of Faith. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis. 3 pm. Members of all religious affiliations, faith communities, spiritual paths, and spirit seekers are invited to attend this event. Interfaith events seek to create a greater understanding within all religions of each one’s oneness with Spirit. Visit Celebrating the Wonders of Faith | Corvallis Interfaith Network for more info.

Inland Empire. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. As an actress begins to adopt the persona of her character in a film, her world becomes nightmarish and surreal. Visit Inland Empire | Whiteside Theater for more info.

Capella Romana: The Lost Voices of Hagia Sofia. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $25-$35/general, $5/students. Built in the sixth century, the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul inspired centuries of composers with its unique acoustics. But under the Ottoman Empire, music was banned, and the sound of the Hagia Sophia was forgotten — until now. Two scholars at Stanford University, art historian Bissera Pentcheva and computer music scholar Jonathan Abel, used advanced sound mapping techniques to create digital filters reproducing the distinctive acoustics of the Hagia Sophia. Visit Cappella Romana | PRAx for more info.

DTW Lite. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Monday, Oct 6

City Council Executive Session. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 4:15 pm. The City Council meets in executive session to discuss sensitive matters or receive information. No public attendance. Visit City Council Executive Session | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

League of Women Voters New and Prospective Member Orientation. Location upon registration. 5:30 pm. Meet current League of Women Voters of Corvallis leaders and learn about the what, how, when, and why of the Leagues work. Visit Calendar | League of Women Voters of Corvallis for more info.

Tap Talk: Restoring Native Coastal Forest. Common Fields, 545 SW 3^rd St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. A public presentation about Yakona Nature Preserve and Learning Center. Meet Education Director Anna Rodgers and learn about native plants and the work to honor the past and secure the future by inspiring people of the present through partnerships in education and habitat restoration. Contact 500WSCorvallis@gmail.com for more info.

City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit City of Corvallis | City Council Meeting for more info.

Full Moon Ghost & True Crime Tour. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $19/early bird, $25/general. Delve into the eerie world of ghosts, murder, and grisly accidents. An hour hearing 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. Engage with fellow learning and history enthusiasts while exploring downtown Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.

Tuesday, Oct 7

Greeters: Ticor Title. 400 Southwest 4th Street #100, Corvallis. 8:30 am. Visit Greeters: Ticor Title for more info.

Board of Commissioners Meeting. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Board of Commissioners Calendar for more info.

Jammin for the Hungry. 1166 NW Jackson Ave, the kitchen in the First United Methodist Community Center. 10 am. Making jam for distribution to local homeless shelters. Volunteers take home a sample of jam. Visit Corvallis Sustainability Coalition | Calendar for more info.

Infant Storytime. 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. Visit Infant Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. 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! Visit for CBCPL | Little Listeners Storytime more info.

Free Family Caregiver Support Group. Grace Center for Adult Day Services, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 2 – 3:30 pm. 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 Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Nurturing Parenting Education Class. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. Registration required, participation requirements, see website for details. Offered in partnership with Family Tree Relief Nursery. Snacks provided, transportation may be available. Visit Nurturing Parenting Education Class | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

READ Dogs. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Kids can practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs). Sign-ups are on-site and open at the time of the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Permission form is required and filled out on-site. Visit CBCPL | READ Dogs for more info.

Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. 4 pm. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. Executive Subcommittee. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force (DVSTF) meetings. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit City of Corvallis | Downtown Vitality 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. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 6 – 7 pm. This month’s selection is Festival of Shadows: A Japanese Ghost Story by Atelier Sento, Cecile Brun and Oliver Pichard. Visit Graphic Novel Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Trivia Night @ Common Fields. Common Fields, 545 SW 3^rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. General Trivia, 6 team max. No cost to enter, fun prizes for winning team. Visit Common Fields| Calendar for more info.

Philomath Evening Book Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 6:30 – 7:30 pm. This month’s selection is The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi by S.A Chakraboty. Copies of book club books are available monthly at the Library’s front desk. Visit Philomath Community Library, Evening Book Club for more info.

Tara Roberts. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $15/general, $5/student. When National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Tara Roberts first saw a photograph depicting the underwater archaeology group Diving With a Purpose, it called out to her. Roberts joined them— and started on a path of discovery more challenging and personal than she could ever have imagined. She then spent six years following, diving with, and telling stories about Black scuba divers as they searched for and helped document slave shipwrecks around the world. Visit Tara Roberts | PRAx for more info.

Wednesday, Oct 8

Board of Commissioners Department Head Meeting with Community Development, Public Works and NAPE. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Board of Commissioners Calendar 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. Corvallis Wednesday Market 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. Visit Philomath Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Toddler Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis.
10:30 am. Aimed at 1-3 year olds. 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 Toddler Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Squishitivies. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am – 12 pm. 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 Squishitivities| Philomath Community Library for more info.

Random Review: I Heard There Was a Secret Chord. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm. Review of I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine by Daniel Levitin by Steve Matthes, a retired US Department of Energy scientist and professional musician. Visit Random Review | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Senior Book Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Ages 50+. Registration required. Featuring The Rose Code by Kate Quinn. Visit CBCPL | Senior Book Club for more info.

Charter Review Task Force Phase 1 Meeting. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Charter Review Task Force Phase 1 (CRTF1) meetings. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit City of Corvallis | Charter Review Task Force for more info.

Teen Sketch Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Grades 6 -12. An hour of studio time filled with new art challenges, contests, learning and practicing new techniques, and lots of fun. All mediums welcome. Visit Teen Sketch Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Braver Angels Debate. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 6 pm. There are no winners or losers in a Braver Angels debate; rather, the goal is to hear and understand those with opposing views. The evening’s debate will focus on this statement: “Resolved: Camping on public property should be illegal.” Visit Braver Angels Debate – Benton County Museums for more info.

School Consolidation Listening Session. Linus Pauling Middle School, 1111 NW Cleveland Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Calendar – Corvallis School District for more info.

Inland Empire. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. As an actress begins to adopt the persona of her character in a film, her world becomes nightmarish and surreal. Visit Inland Empire | Whiteside Theater for more info.

Peace and Justice Song Circle. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

2025 Champinefu Series: Future of Indigenous Foods in the Kalapuya ilihi. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. David Harrelson, Cultural Resources Department Manager of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde offers an overview of Indigenous foods efforts within the Kalapuya ilihi (Willamette Valley). His talk will be followed by a conversation with a panel of local Indigenous food activists who are contributing to the native food sovereignty movement. Visit The Champinefu Series | PRAx for more info.

Thursday Oct 9

Drop-In Baby Weight and Feeding Clinic. Corvallis Birth & Wellness Center, 2314 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 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.

Inside the Black Box: Understanding Algorithms and Their Social Impacts. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10:30 am. In this talk, Dr. Naomi Aguiar will unpack the algorithms that fuel large language models such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Character.ai. She’ll include examples of how these algorithms work and the ways in which these models can respond and feel as if they are human – even though they are not. She’ll also discuss the social impacts of these large language models at the individual and social level, from interpersonal relationships to the transmission of social and cultural information. Visit Inside the Black Box | Philomath Museum for more info.

Council Work Session. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council work sessions. This work session will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for work session details and participation instructions. Visit Council Work Session | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

NAACP Monthly Membership Meeting. Location and time sent to members via email. Visit NAACP Events for more info.

Author Event: Michael Strelow and Steven Mayfield. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Michael Strelow, author of John and Julie and Robert, and Steven Mayfield, author of Sixty Seconds! are in store for reading and autographs. Visit Author Event | Grass Roots Books & Music

Wild Hog Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Haunted Corn Maze. The Melon Shack, corner of Hwy 20 and NE Garden Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/ticket. Visit Corn Maze Haunted Maze | visitcorvallis.com for more info.

Friday, October 10

Family Storytime with the Corvallis Fire Department. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Library Storytime for all children. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Family Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

SAFE Happy Hour. Common Fields, 545 SW 3^rd St, Corvallis. 4 pm. A gathering of people who care about alternative transportation. Relax during the late afternoon; talk about transit, walking, biking, rolling and many other things at this informal gathering. Calendar | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info.

Tween Takeover: NERF. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 – 8:30 pm. 4^th and 5^th Grade. Play Nerf Games at the library! Pre-registration and waiver required. Un-modded Nerf equipment is welcome. The library also provides blasters if needed. Visit CBCPL Tween Takeover: NERF for more info.

Melanie Reid’s Birthday Show. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

OSU Bands Presents: The James Douglass Memorial Homecoming Concert. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Honoring the achievements of Oregon State University Music Alumnus Dave Manela. Featuring the Oregon State University Wind Ensemble and Oregon State University Marching Band, directed by Erik Kar Jun Leung, director of bands, and Olin Hannum, associate director of band, with special guests the South Salem High School Wind Ensemble directed by JJ Meyer. Visit OSU Bands Homecoming Concert | OSU for more info.