Friday, Dec 12
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. This installation is envisioned as a chamber for grief and spells. It calls upon the ability to cry, framing tears as vessels that hold the weight of grief for vanishing species and fractured ecologies. These contemporary lachrymatories serve as symbolic gestures—holders for tears that activate not only the calming functions of our parasympathetic nervous system but also its wandering potential, inviting spells of deep connection, acts of care, and listening. Visit Jessie Rose Vala: Sympathetic Spells | 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.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums 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.
In Unexpected Harmony. The Arts Center,700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, this exhibition explores the expressive possibilities of abstraction to embody wholeness and understanding. Visit In Unexpected Harmony – Niraja Lorenz & John Richey | The Arts Center for more info.
See Yourself in Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Susan Pachuta’s project serves as an invitation to everyone to recognize their own creativity as a vital part of themselves, as well as the community. Visit See Yourself in Art – Susan Pachuta | The Arts Center for more info.
Brewery Tour, Tasting and Beer’s Local Backstory. Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis.
5:30 pm. Cost” $19/ticket. 21+. A unique experience that combines community stories, behind-the-scenes brewery access, and a beer tasting. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Nightmare Before Christmas Tour. Outside The Clothes Tree, 204 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.
5:30 pm. Cost: $15/early, $19/general. True stories of hauntings, mysterious accidents, and grim misdeeds that have left their mark on Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
A John Prine Christmas with The Jenner Fox Band. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $25/advance, $30/door. A night of favorite songs featuring folk troubadour and Prine scholar, Jenner Fox, with his all-star band. The evening will weave together Prine’s classic hits, his holiday themed songs, stories, and lots of singing along. Visit A John Prine Christmas | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Radio Play. The Majestic, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Rated PG. 7 pm. Cost: $20/general, $18/students and seniors. This cherished American classic sparkles to life in a 1940s-style broadcast, complete with live sound effects and a talented ensemble bringing dozens of colorful characters to the stage. Follow the unforgettable journey of George Bailey on a magical Christmas Eve and rediscover why his story has warmed hearts for generations. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
The Flatt Stanley Incident. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Country folk. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Corvallis Comedy Night with Gary Vider. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $20/ticket. Rated R, 18+. Gary’s hilariously deadpan jokes about the pitfalls of marriage and children have earned him TV spots on Conan and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and even took him all the way to the final round of America’s Got Talent back in the day. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
STEM Cabaret: An Eight- Bit Comedy Revue. PRAX, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/general, $5/student. From nationally renowned comedians (both human and robotic) to nerdy burlesque acts, this scintillating STEM variety show has everything needed to delight and entertain your inner geek. Visit STEM Cabaret: An Eight-Bit Comedy Revue | PRAx for more info.
Riot! Riot!, Skip the Millers, Streetbound, The Phantom Phenomenon. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5/entry. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Saturday, Dec 13
Mid-Willamette Birding Alliance Second Saturday Field Trip. Willamette Park, exact details provided upon registration. 8 am. Visit Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance 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.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
10 – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.
Getting Your House Plants Ready for Winter. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Free. Some tips and tricks that can be applied to many plants to aid their transition into and throughout the winter here in the Pacific Northwest. Visit Shonnards Classes and Events for more information.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Tarweed Folk School Holiday Market. Wade Hardware, 400 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 3 pm. Local craft and artisanal wares market in celebration of Tarweed’s Third Year. Visit Holiday Market 2025 | Tarweed Folk School for more info.
Waldorf School Winter Light Faire 2025. Waldorf School, 3855 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 10 am. Cost: depending on activities, tickets available for purchase. Featuring festive activities like silk dyeing, candle dipping, and wreath making. Experience the puppet show, stroll the vendor marketplace and food from our cookie cave and food trucks. Visit Winter Light Faire 2025 | Facebook 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 in this interactive music program designed for families with children between the ages of 2 to 10. Visit Family Music Fun | CBCL for more info.
Anderson Blues Winter Market. Anderson Blues, 8793 Arboretum Road, Corvallis. 11 am – 5 pm. Crafts, storytime, goods for sale, and visits from Santa. Visit Winter Market | Anderson Blues for more info.
In Unexpected Harmony. The Arts Center,700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, this exhibition explores the expressive possibilities of abstraction to embody wholeness and understanding. Visit In Unexpected Harmony – Niraja Lorenz & John Richey | The Arts Center for more info.
See Yourself in Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Susan Pachuta’s project serves as an invitation to everyone to recognize their own creativity as a vital part of themselves, as well as the community. Visit See Yourself in Art – Susan Pachuta | The Arts Center for more info.
2nd Saturdays at TAC. The Arts Center, 700 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. A free, drop in craft making afternoon. 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.
Corvallis Community Band Concert: Snowflakes Are Dancing. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 2 pm. Conducted by Cheryl Martinez, featuring the Willamette Apprentice Ballet. Visit Corvallis Community Band | Facebook for more info.
Make A Succulent Christmas Tree Workshop. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $30. A class guiding you through the steps to create a succulent Christmas tree arrangement made with succulent cuttings and fresh greens. YVisit Shonnards Classes and Events for more information.
Teen Hot Chocolate Party with Movie. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. Grades 6-12. An afternoon of hot chocolate wouldn’t be complete without a movie to go along with it. Featuring a seasonal classic and hot cocoa and toppings bar. Visit Teen Hot Chocolate Party | CBCL for more info.
Monroe Light Parade Library Party. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Watch the parade from the comfort of the Library’s depot platform, and wish Lori, the departing Monroe Community Library Specialist well with live music, snacks, hot chocolate and cider, a movie, and coloring fun. Visit Monroe Light Parade | CBCPL for more info.
Nightmare Before Christmas Tour. Outside The Clothes Tree, 204 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.
5 pm. Cost: $15/early, $19/general. True stories of hauntings, mysterious accidents, and grim misdeeds that have left their mark on Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Radio Play. The Majestic, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Rated PG. 7 pm. Cost: $20/general, $18/students and seniors. This cherished American classic sparkles to life in a 1940s-style broadcast, complete with live sound effects and a talented ensemble bringing dozens of colorful characters to the stage. Follow the unforgettable journey of George Bailey on a magical Christmas Eve and rediscover why his story has warmed hearts for generations. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Winery Comedy Tour. Fullerton Winery, 804 NW Buchanan Avenue, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $17- 25/ticket. Currently in its eleventh year, this nationwide comedy tour has already made stops at 4500 venues across the country. This stop features Joey Cruz, an LA-based comedian who grew up in small town Washington. Visit Fullerton Wines | Winery Comedy Tour for more info.
A Very Jazzy Nutcracker. The Majestic, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Cost: $30-45/ticket. A fantastical and elegant night of fundraising for Majestic Youth and Family Programming. Special guests Quartissimos and Elena Passarello from OPB’s Live Wire in attendance. Includes a Silent Auction. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Enjoy the Ride with Richard Lodwig. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Holi-Yay Drag Show: Babez in Toyland. 2 Towns Ciderhouse 33930 SE Eastgate Circle, Corvallis.
7 pm. Cost: 12/ticket. 21+. A holiYAY spectacular – where the elves are slaying, the toys are twirling, and everyone’s wrapped up in a bow of pure holiday chaos. Visit Holi-Yay Drag Show – Babez in Toyland for more info.
Jubilate Winter Concert: Rebirth. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 SW West Hills Rd, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $20/ticket, children free, sponsorship level tickets available. A choral celebration of seasonal changes. Visit Jubilate Winter Concerts: Rebirth 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.
Monsters Under the Mistletoe. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm.
Cost: $10/advance. $15/door. 18+. A blacklight holiday cryptid-themed burlesque and drag spectacular that’s equal parts naughty, mysterious, and glamorously monstrous! Visit DCC Presents: Monsters Under the Mistletoe | Whiteside Theatrefor more info.
Yak Attack with Ezeu. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $15/entry. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Sunday, Dec 14
Sunday Brunch with Karl Smiley. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Anderson Blues Winter Market. Anderson Blues, 8793 Arboretum Road, Corvallis. 11 am – 5 pm. Crafts, storytime, goods for sale, and visits from Santa. Visit Winter Market | Anderson Blues for more info.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Celtic Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
C3 Holiday Sing-A-Long. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 SW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. A fun and festive community sing-a-long to celebrate the holidays, led by The Wallop Sisters. Open to all ages and abilities, chords provided for those who bring instruments. Visit C3 Holiday Sing-a-Long | City of Corvallis for more info.
Corvallis Interfaith Café. Jesus Christ Church of Latter Day Saints, 4141 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 3 pm. Spiritual conversations. Bring a potluck dessert. Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Radio Play. The Majestic, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Rated PG. 3 pm. Cost: $20/general, $18/students and seniors. This cherished American classic sparkles to life in a 1940s-style broadcast, complete with live sound effects and a talented ensemble bringing dozens of colorful characters to the stage. Follow the unforgettable journey of George Bailey on a magical Christmas Eve and rediscover why his story has warmed hearts for generations. 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.
White Christmas. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $8/advance. $10/door. A successful song-and-dance team become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general. Visit White Christmas | Whiteside Theatrefor more info.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Radio Play. The Majestic, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Rated PG. 7 pm. Cost: $20/general, $18/students and seniors. This cherished American classic sparkles to life in a 1940s-style broadcast, complete with live sound effects and a talented ensemble bringing dozens of colorful characters to the stage. Follow the unforgettable journey of George Bailey on a magical Christmas Eve and rediscover why his story has warmed hearts for generations. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Monday, Dec 15
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 7 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10 am – 6 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 Meeting. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 (CRTF2) meetings. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info.
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board. Virtual Meeting. 5:15 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend JEDI meetings. Visit JEDI | City of Corvallis for more info.
Ecology Game Night. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Fun community game night, games provided or bring you own. Visit Events | Marys River Watershed Council for more info.
Techno Night with DJ Puretaint. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Tuesday, Dec 16
Christmas Bird Count. Dawn, exact time provided upon registration. Visit Bird Surveys – Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance for more info.
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Benton County Board of Commissioners. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Events | Benton County Board of Commissioners for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 7 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 9 am – 7 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Holiday Craft Week. Monroe Community Library, 650 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am – 1 pm, 1:30 pm -4:30 pm. Holiday crafts available for drop in use during open hours. Visit Holiday Craft Week | CBCPL 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 am. Children of all ages are welcome to drop by with their parent or caregiver for stories and songs.Visit CBCPL | Little Listeners for more info.
In Unexpected Harmony. The Arts Center,700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, this exhibition explores the expressive possibilities of abstraction to embody wholeness and understanding. Visit In Unexpected Harmony – Niraja Lorenz & John Richey | The Arts Center for more info.
See Yourself in Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Susan Pachuta’s project serves as an invitation to everyone to recognize their own creativity as a vital part of themselves, as well as the community. Visit See Yourself in Art – Susan Pachuta | The Arts Center 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.
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.
READ Dogs. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Kids can practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs). Permission form is required and filled out on-site. Limited spots available. Visit READ Dogs | CBCPL for more info.
Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. meeting will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Adult Craft Night. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5:30. 16+. In collaboration with the Arts Center. This month’s craft is clay animals, or bring a personal project to work on. Visit Craft Night for Adults | CBCPL for more info.
Planning Commission Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. See link for agenda. Visit Planning Commission Meeting | Benton County for more info.
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.
Welcome Back Root Vegetables with Zeke Plays Drums. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Wednesday, Dec 17
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 7 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 9 am – 7 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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 | Benton County Museums for more info.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
10 – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30. Free. Children of all ages and families are invited to an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Visit Philomath Storytime | CBCPL 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 | CBCPL for more info.
In Unexpected Harmony. The Arts Center,700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, this exhibition explores the expressive possibilities of abstraction to embody wholeness and understanding. Visit In Unexpected Harmony – Niraja Lorenz & John Richey | The Arts Center for more info.
See Yourself in Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Susan Pachuta’s project serves as an invitation to everyone to recognize their own creativity as a vital part of themselves, as well as the community. Visit See Yourself in Art – Susan Pachuta | The Arts Center for more info.
Wednesday Noon Book Club. Philomath Meeting Room, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 p.m. The Philomath Noon Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Philomath Community Library. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library; please ask at the front desk. Visit CBCPL | Wednesday Noon Book Club 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 | CBCPL for more info.
Holiday Craft Week. Monroe Community Library, 650 N 5th St, Monroe. 2 – 7 pm. Holiday crafts available for drop in use during open hours. Visit Holiday Craft Week | CBCPL for more info.
Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3 – 4 pm. All ages. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring a computer or device or use one of theirs. 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.
Live Music. Common Fields, 555545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Common Fields Corvallis for more info.
Planning Commission. Virtual Meeting. 6:30 pm. Visit Planning Commission | City of Corvallis for more info.
Jaxx Wrx Trio. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info
White Christmas. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance. $10/door. A successful song-and-dance team become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general. Visit White Christmas | Whiteside Theatre 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 Dec 18
Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. In moments of profound uncertainty, the future can feel both fragile and fiercely contested. Unwritten Futures brings together artists whose work imagines, questions, and challenges the directions we might take, collectively and individually. Participating artists explored stories that remain untold, visions unvoiced, and possibilities that emerge when we give form to hope, resonance, and imagination. There are no definitive answers, Unwritten Futures invites viewers into a space of openness and inquiry. Visit Unwritten Futures | Giustina Gallery for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 7 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath.
10 am – 6 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Holiday Craft Week. Monroe Community Library, 650 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am – 1 pm, 1:30 pm -4:30 pm. Holiday crafts available for drop in use during open hours. Visit Holiday Craft Week | CBCPL 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.
In Unexpected Harmony. The Arts Center,700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, this exhibition explores the expressive possibilities of abstraction to embody wholeness and understanding. Visit In Unexpected Harmony – Niraja Lorenz & John Richey | The Arts Center for more info.
See Yourself in Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Susan Pachuta’s project serves as an invitation to everyone to recognize their own creativity as a vital part of themselves, as well as the community. Visit See Yourself in Art – Susan Pachuta | The Arts Center for more info.
Digital Life: Manage Your Digital Legacy. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. Learn about making a plan so your digital documents, photographs, and passwords can be shared in an emergency. Taught by Librarian Charles Dunham. Visit Digital Life | CBCPL for more info.
Corvallis Arts Walk. Downtown Corvallis, Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. The Corvallis Art Walk (CAW) is a monthly celebration put on by local artists on the third Thursday of each month. Check out the participating venues and enjoy the creative spirit of the Corvallis community with. Visit Corvallis Art Walk (CAW) for more info.
Corvallis School District Board Special Meeting. 6:30 pm. Elementary Scorecards. Visit Calendar – Corvallis School District for more info.
Jazz Jam. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Friday, Dec 19
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 6 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Featuring artwork drawn exclusively from the Benton County Historical Society’s collection, showcasing the creative legacy of Oregon State University’s art faculty. These pieces reflect how generations of O.S.U. artists and educators shaped the region’s cultural landscape through their teaching and artistic innovation. Visit From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. | Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The Philomath Museum is proud to partner with Philomath Open Studios to feature selections from artists participating in this year’s Open Studios tour. In celebration of POST’s 20th anniversary, the exhibit also features work from past participating artists. Visit Philomath Open Studios Tour Anniversary Show | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Winter Break Family Book Club Kit. Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath.
10 am – 6 pm. Recommended for ages 4+ due to small parts. A cozy, family read aloud book club kit, includes book and related supplies. Featured book is The Very Very Far North by Dan Bar- El. Visit Winter Break Family Book Club Kit | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Holiday Craft Week. Monroe Community Library, 650 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am – 1 pm, 1:30 pm -4:30 pm. Holiday crafts available for drop in use during open hours. Visit Holiday Craft Week | CBCPL for more info.
In Unexpected Harmony. The Arts Center,700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, this exhibition explores the expressive possibilities of abstraction to embody wholeness and understanding. Visit In Unexpected Harmony – Niraja Lorenz & John Richey | The Arts Center for more info.
See Yourself in Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm – 5 pm. Susan Pachuta’s project serves as an invitation to everyone to recognize their own creativity as a vital part of themselves, as well as the community. Visit See Yourself in Art – Susan Pachuta | The Arts Center for more info.
Red Yarn. Philomath City Council Chambers, 980 Applegate St, Philomath. 3:30 pm. Red Yarn (aka Andy Furgeson) weaves roots music and puppetry into high-energy, interactive shows for family audiences. With his Texas drawl, his road-worn acoustic guitar & his suitcase full of animal puppets, Red Yarn gets audiences singing, dancing, stomping, clapping, and celebrating the multicultural musical heritage of the USA. Visit Red Yarn | CBCPL for more info.
Nightmare Before Christmas Tour. Outside The Clothes Tree, 204 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.
5:30 pm. Cost: $15/early, $19/general. True stories of hauntings, mysterious accidents, and grim misdeeds that have left their mark on Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Teen Takeover: NERF. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Grades 6-12. The library provides Nerf blasters, darts, and snacks. Teens are welcome to bring their own un-modded blasters; no Rivals blasters or shields, please. Participants must register in advance, permission form required. Visit Teen Takeover: NERF for more info.
Free Film Friday: Pandora’s Box. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Featuring Louise Brooks’ legendary performance as Lulu — kept woman, showgirl, fugitive — a woman for whom men commit murder and suicide. All set amidst the divine decadence of Weimar Germany. Includes a live musical accompaniment with a real-time composed and improvised soundtrack. Visit Free Film Friday: Pandora’s Box | PRAx for more info.
Babes in Toyland. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $16/general, $14/students and seniors. Rated G. When the villainous Barnaby schemes to force sweet Mary Quite Contrary into marriage, her true love Alan must outwit him through daring adventures in Mother Goose Land and the magical world of Toyland. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Jugger’s Christmas Jam. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $15/entry. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
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