Friday, Oct 10
20th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th 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.
Shirley Kay. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Shirley Kay is a Pacific Northwest-based artist celebrated for her large-scale wildlife and domestic animal paintings, using a neutral monochromatic palette with acrylics and oils on canvas. Shirley Kay strives to capture the essence and spirit of each animal, from the majestic to the everyday. 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 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.
What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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 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.
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.
SAFE Happy Hour. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd 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. 4th and 5th 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.
Macbeth. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $15/general. Visit Tickets/Productions — Dreamscape Theater Company 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 26th 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.
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 | The Melon Shack for more info.
Ghost & True Crime Tour. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside The Clothes Tree at 2nd & Madison, Corvallis. 6 pm and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $19. 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.
Silent Disco. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5/person. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show ShadowCast Performance. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $20/ticket. A newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter. Performance includes audience costume contest and participation. Visit The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Shadowcast | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Saturday, Oct 11
Second Saturday Field Trip with the Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance. Willamette Park,1350 SE Goodnight Ave, Corvallis. 8 am. Registration required. Led by Duncan Evered & Caryn Stoess. Trip information provided via email. Visit 2nd Saturday Field Trip | Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance 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.
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.
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.
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.
What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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 Music Fun. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Sing, clap, move your body to music with Marisa in this interactive music program designed for families. Visit Family Music Fun | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Macbeth. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $15/general. Visit Tickets/Productions — Dreamscape Theater Company for more info.
9th Annual Multicultural Alumni and Friends Tailgater. Centro Cultural César Chávez, 691 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Alumni, friends and family are invited to this celebration featuring giveaways, activities and music by Oregon State grad Anthony Murray, ’98, aka DJ Juggernaut. Snacks and drinks available. Visit 9th Annual Multicultural Alumni and Friends Tailgater | OSU for more info.
Fall Family Fun Fest. Bald Hill Farm, 6780 NW Oak Creek Drive. See website for location specifics. 11 am. A day of nature exploration, arts and crafts, pumpkin bowling, apple pressing, and more. Visit Greenbelt Land Trust | Calendar for more info.
Digital Life: Identifying Misinformation. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12 – 1:30 pm. Learn strategies for identifying misinformation in this free, librarian-led workshop. Learn how to identify misinformation, how to fact check viral content, how to use search engines more effectively, and much more. Librarian Bonnie Brzozowski of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library will teach this workshop. Visit Digital Life | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
OSU Football Vs Wake Forest. Reser Stadium, 660 SW 26th St, Corvallis.12:30 pm. Visit Composite Schedule – Oregon State University Athletics for more info.
Discovery Day: What Does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 1 pm. All ages are invited to explore the playful side of language through poetry, puns, and animal sounds as they ponder the age-old question: What does the fox say? Get creative with art and craft stations, and enjoy a fun, hands-on day at the museum. A multi-lingual story time will feature songs and dances from Mexico led by Doña Elena Chavarria. Visit Discovery Day | Benton County Museums for more info.
2nd Saturday at The Arts Center. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 1 – 4 pm. A free drop in craft session, all supplies provided. Visit 2nd Saturdays at TAC – 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.
Hair Affair. Majestic Theatre,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 3 pm. Cost: $17/general, $13/students and seniors. Majestic Chamber Music opens its season with a vibrant program featuring classical composers with legendary hairstyles. From the wild and crazy Beethoven to whispery sideburns of Schubert, the audience will love to hear veteran performers Anthea Kreston (violin) and Jason Duckles (cello) alongside some of the bright young talent from Corvallis. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Fade to Black. Majestic Theatre,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 3 pm. Cost: $15/general. Rated G. Harvey Griffin, the Hollywood director, is making a movie, but it’s not going well. Between the leading actress, Nora Evans, demanding to have the script changed, the screenwriter Gloria Turner refusing to change it, and the all-powerful producer, CJ’s unquestioning support of Gloria, it seems that nothing could get worse. Until, late one night, tragedy strikes, immediately halting the film. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Mr P. Chill, Pie Band, Monstress Lab. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5/person. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook 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
Ghost & True Crime Tour. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside The Clothes Tree at 2nd & Madison, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/early bird, $19/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.
Fade to Black. Majestic Theatre,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $15/general. Rated G. Harvey Griffin, the Hollywood director, is making a movie, but it’s not going well. Between the leading actress, Nora Evans, demanding to have the script changed, the screenwriter Gloria Turner refusing to change it, and the all-powerful producer, CJ’s unquestioning support of Gloria, it seems that nothing could get worse. Until, late one night, tragedy strikes, immediately halting the film. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Macbeth. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $15/general. Visit Tickets/Productions — Dreamscape Theater Company for more info.
Ghost & True Crime Tour. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside The Clothes Tree at 2nd & Madison, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Cost: $19. 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.
Sunday, Oct 12
The Great Pumpkin Run. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Entry fees range from $15-45. This family-friendly run serves as a fundraiser to support Home Life and its mission to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living active, independent, and meaningful lives. Featuring a 1K fun run, 5k run and walk, and 10k run. Visit The Great Pumpkin Run for more info.
Sunday Brunch with Karl Smiley. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Trees and Shrubs for Small Spaces. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 am. This class will present shrub and tree solutions for sites with space limitations. The focus will be on plants that are easy to grow, adaptable, and won’t require extensive pruning to keep in bounds. 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 2nd 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.
Macbeth. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $15/general. Visit Tickets/Productions — Dreamscape Theater Company for more info.
Fade to Black. Majestic Theatre,115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 3 pm. Cost: $15/general. Rated G. Harvey Griffin, the Hollywood director, is making a movie, but it’s not going well. Between the leading actress, Nora Evans, demanding to have the script changed, the screenwriter Gloria Turner refusing to change it, and the all-powerful producer, CJ’s unquestioning support of Gloria, it seems that nothing could get worse. Until, late one night, tragedy strikes, immediately halting the film. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Mid-Valley Bellydance Collective . Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
The Corpse Bride. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her. Visit The Corpse Bride | Whiteside Theater for more info.
Poetry Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Blue and Mike. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Monday, Oct 13
20th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th 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.
Shirley Kay. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Shirley Kay is a Pacific Northwest-based artist celebrated for her large-scale wildlife and domestic animal paintings, using a neutral monochromatic palette with acrylics and oils on canvas. Shirley Kay strives to capture the essence and spirit of each animal, from the majestic to the everyday. Visit Philomath Open Studio Tour | The LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Sustainability Coalition Quarterly Gathering. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 1:30 pm. Includes presentations by Coalition partners and networking opportunities. Visit Sustainability Coalition for more info.
Indigenous Peoples Day. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 5 pm. Featuring the film Free Leonard Peltier and keynote speech by Leonard Peltier. Visit Indigenous Peoples’ Week | Indigenous at OSU | Oregon State University for more info.
Safe Streets and Roads Task Force. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Open to community attendance. Visit City of Corvallis | Safe Streets and Roads Task Force
Ghost & True Crime Tour. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside The Clothes Tree at 2nd & Madison, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $15/early bird, $19/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.
Jeff Sux Trivia. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Tuesday, Oct 14
20th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th 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.
Shirley Kay. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Shirley Kay is a Pacific Northwest-based artist celebrated for her large-scale wildlife and domestic animal paintings, using a neutral monochromatic palette with acrylics and oils on canvas. Shirley Kay strives to capture the essence and spirit of each animal, from the majestic to the everyday. Visit Philomath Open Studio Tour | The LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Board of Commissioners Goal Setting Meeting. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Board of Commissioners 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.
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.
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.
Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. 4 pm. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. Downtown Economy 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.
Teen Murder Mystery. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis.
4:30 pm. Registration required. Grades 6-12. Help solve a sinister slaying at this haunted house themed murder mystery. Participants will be given a character to act as throughout the event, motives, and clues to help solve this crime. Visit Teen Murder Mystery | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Spring Creek Project Presents: Can Poetry Save the World? PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Can Poetry Save the World? Or Is It Really Saving Us So That We Can Try to Save the World? A presentation by author John Calderazzo. His new poetry collection, In the Soup, explores topic such as glacier melt in Peru, Western wildfires, Amazonian birds, and ways in which to avoid being shadowed and paralyzed by Earth-worry. Winner of a Best CSU Teacher award, he’s mentored students who have won some of the highest honors in American literature and journalism. Visit Can Poetry Save the World? | PRAx | Oregon State University.
Trivia Night @ Common Fields. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd 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.
Historic Resources Commission. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Historic Resources Commission | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Astronomy on Tap. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Wednesday, Oct 15
20th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th 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.
Shirley Kay. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Shirley Kay is a Pacific Northwest-based artist celebrated for her large-scale wildlife and domestic animal paintings, using a neutral monochromatic palette with acrylics and oils on canvas. Shirley Kay strives to capture the essence and spirit of each animal, from the majestic to the everyday. Visit Philomath Open Studio Tour | The LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
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.
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.
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.
What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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.
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.
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.
Wednesday Noon Book Club. Philomath Meeting Room, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 p.m. Featuring A Light in the Wilderness by Jane Kirkpatrick. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library; please ask at the front desk. Visit Wednesday Noon Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Women in Business: Ann Schneider. Courtyard Marriot, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 12 pm. Ann Schneider has called Corvallis home for more than a decade, after growing up an Oregonian through and through. With her husband, she spent ten years building two local businesses, Tried & True Coffee Company and Bespoken Coffee Roasters, before selling them in 2024. Visit Women In Business – Ann Schneider for more info.
Organ Recital: Joyce Chen. First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 12:15 pm. A performance by Dr Joyce Chen of University of Oregon, featuring the First United Methodist’s Noak tracker pipe organ. Visit FUMC | Calendar for more info.
Fiber by the Fireplace. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 2 – 4:30 pm. Fiber enthusiasts can sit by the fireplace and spin, knit, crochet or work on their own project. Good conversation, coffee and snacks provided. Visit Fiber by the Fireplace | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. Free. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring your computer or device or use one of ours. Library staff can help with basic computer tasks, using social media, managing photos, downloading eBooks and audiobooks, using email, filling out online job applications, and much more. Drop-in anytime during the hour. Visit Digital Life: Tech Help Lab | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Indigenous Peoples’ Week: Guest Speaker Deborah Miranda. kaku-ixt mana ina haws, 311 SW 26th St, Corvallis. Featuring guest speaker Deborah Miranda. Visit Indigenous Peoples’ Week | Oregon State University for more info.
Corvallis Library Book Club. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. This month’s book is Station Eleven by Emily St John Mandel. Visit Corvallis Library Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
The Corpse Bride. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her. Visit The Corpse Bride | Whiteside Theater for more info.
Jazz Wrx Trio. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Comedy Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Thursday Oct 16
20th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th 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.
Shirley Kay. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Shirley Kay is a Pacific Northwest-based artist celebrated for her large-scale wildlife and domestic animal paintings, using a neutral monochromatic palette with acrylics and oils on canvas. Shirley Kay strives to capture the essence and spirit of each animal, from the majestic to the everyday. Visit Philomath Open Studio Tour | The LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Board of Commissioners Department Head Meeting with Justice and Law Enforcement. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Board of Commissioners Calendar for more info.
Mass Timber Research and Design Innovation Symposium. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. Free. 9 am. Registration required. Presented by the TallWood Design Institute, the symposium offers a unique platform for architecture, wood science and engineering faculty from the University of Oregon (UO) and Oregon State University (OSU) to showcase important mass timber research and public initiatives. Visit 2025 Mass Timber Research & Design Innovation Symposium – Oregon State University 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.
What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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.
Coffee Hour. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Coffee, conversation,
and connection, with a sprinkle of library joy. Visit Coffee Hour | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
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.
Preschool Storytime. 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Library Storytime aimed at ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Visit Preschool Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Business After Hours: Chamber Game Night. Corvallis Chamber of Commerce, 420 NW 2nd St, Corvallis. 5 pm. A great way to connect with fellow chamber members and also promote your business. Featuring a game night, pizza, and beer. Visit Business After Hours – Chamber Game Night for more info.
Corvallis School Board Meeting for Business. 1555 SW 35th St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Calendar – Corvallis School District for more info.
Spooky Whiteside and Downtown History Tour. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside The Clothes Tree at 2nd & Madison, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Cost: $21. This exclusive tour includes 30 minutes behind the scenes at the haunted Whiteside Theater. Step back in time to the 1920s world of usherettes, cinematic musical feats, destructive fires, and ghosts who don’t want to let go. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Dennis Malone’s Funked Up Blues Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Mid Willamette Valley Bird Alliance Program. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Guest Speaker Ben Sonnenberg will discuss his research on Mountain Chickadees. Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition 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 | The Melon Shack for more info.
Solo Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Friday, October 17
20th Anniversary Exhibition: Philomath Open Studio Tour. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th 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.
Shirley Kay. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Shirley Kay is a Pacific Northwest-based artist celebrated for her large-scale wildlife and domestic animal paintings, using a neutral monochromatic palette with acrylics and oils on canvas. Shirley Kay strives to capture the essence and spirit of each animal, from the majestic to the everyday. 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.
What does the Fox Say? Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd 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.
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.
Blocktoberfest. Outside Block 15’s Downtown Pub, 300 SW Jefferson Ave. Corvallis. 5 pm. Cost: $10/ticket. Minors welcome until 8 pm. A party under the big tent with live music, German-style food and beer from Block 15, games, stein-holding competitions, face painting, and college football on the big screen. Visit Bloktoberfest | Block 15 Brewing for more info.
Keys for the People: Housing Process from Start to Move-In. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Registration required. This workshop will feature presenters who will walk attendees through the rental housing process, with a specific focus on communities of color. Presenters will address how to look for housing, complete an application, appeal a denial, what to do if you are accepted into housing and move in, and will also cover resources for more support. Dinner and childcare provided. Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info.
Johnson Teen Center: Halloween Bash. Johnson Teen Center 1112 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. An annual costume contest (prizes up for grabs), paint pumpkins, and enjoy free food. Visit Halloween Bash | Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis for more info.
Tuesday String Band. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
OSU MFA Alumni Reading: Mike Chin & Scott Latta. Corvallis Museum 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
7 pm. The School of Writing, Literature, and Film is bringing in two alumni from the Creative Writing MFA program: Mike Chin & Scott Latta. Grass Roots will be selling their books at this event. Visit MFA Reading | Grass Roots Books & Music.
Ghost & True Crime Tour. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside The Clothes Tree at 2nd & Madison, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/early bird, $19/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.
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 | The Melon Shack for more info.
Haus of Dharma Presents: Rare Candy. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/door. 18+. Pokémon and drag collide in a night of ghostly glamour and dark-type drama. Featuring the Rare Candy crew—Frisky the Spooky Reindeer, Rosey Posey, and Matrix—plus a lineup of special guests ready to haunt the stage with looks and numbers darker than an Umbreon eclipse. Visit Haus of Dharma Presents – Rare Candy
Fireable Offense, Canyon Drive, Slippy and the Sheets. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
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