Friday, Jan 16

Retro Urban Style. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th St, Corvallis.
8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Yuji Hiratsuka’s work unfolds as a vivid dialogue between tradition and modernity, revealing selections from three decades of playful yet deeply considered printmaking. Known for his innovative fusion of intaglio processes with delicate, Japanese-imbued color palettes, Hiratsuka crafts figures that balance elegance, satire, and quiet introspection. Visit Retro Urban Style | Giustina Gallery for more info.

Laura Heit: Early Warning System. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. 9 am – 5 pm. A series of alarms in the form of a multimedia installation. This installation employs animation, screenprinting, and glass to bring attention to climate crisis signals and signs all around us in the Pacific Northwest. Visit Laura Heit: Early Warning System | 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 2^nd 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.

Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd 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.

Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Drop in Storytime for children and their caregivers. Visit Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Anthropology Lecture Series. Strand Agriculture Hall, Rm 211, 170 Waldo Pl, Corvallis. 12 pm. Elissa Bullion, Oregon Legislative Commission on Indian Services & OSU Anthropology, presents “Collaborative Approaches to Protecting, Identifying, and Repatriating Ancestors in Oregon.” Visit Anthropology Lecture Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Art That Gives Back. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Features abstract works by Tom Mayers, a Corvallis-based painter, artist, and photographer. His work explores color, movement, and the forces that shape how we experience the world. All artwork sales from this exhibit benefit local nonprofit, Old Mill Center. Visit Art That Gives Back | The Arts Center for more info.

Malleable Shield. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A collection of textile works responding to the artist’s ever-present feelings of grief, despair, and fear around political collapse, social despondence, and the rapidly deteriorating climate. Visit Malleable Shield | The Arts Center for more info.

Public Policy Seminar Series. Bexell Hall 412, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Victor Tremblay, Professor of Economics, Emeritus, presents. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Black History in Benton County Tour. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Free, donations accepted. Tour lasts around 45 minutes and is suggested for teens and adults. Learn about the Black pioneers of Oregon’s early days who faced discrimination yet made Benton County their home. Featuring the stories of three African-American individuals who settled in Oregon before this region was even a state, the tour gives context to the national controversy over slavery in the mid-1800s and its impact on Oregon demographics even today. Visit Black History in Benton County tour | Benton County Museums for more info.

OSU MFA Reading Series. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. In partnership with Oregon State University, the MFA Reading Series brings a monthly rotation of literary readings to the library. Each month one Poet, one Fiction Writer, and one Nonfiction Writer currently pursuing an MFA at OSU shares their work. Visit OSU MFA Reading Series | CBCPL for more info.

Pinot & Paint. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Cost: $60/person. 21+. Paint and sip with wine, light snacks, and step-by-step acrylic painting in a creative studio setting. Visit Pinot & Paint | The Arts Center for more info.

Dennis Malone’s Funked Up Blues Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Portland Psych Art Rock Band. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Guitarist Yuri Liberzon Concert. Community Hall, Rm 303,1650 SW Pioneer Place, Corvallis.
7 pm. Free. Classical guitarist Yuri Liberzon has been recognized for his impressive technical ability and musicality. Visit Guitarist Yuri Liberzon | Oregon State University for more info.

Naughty but Nerdy Presents: Anne Zander is Mother- a Post Partum Comedy. The Maestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $20/ticket. Rated R, non mobile babies are welcome. Zander is a master comedienne, a real-life mother of twins, and a woman on a mission to bring birthing parents out of the dark corners of isolation into the cathartic light of shared laughter. Performance may include flashing lights and loud sounds. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Slippy and the Sheets with Moonbear and Fireable Offense. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $10/presale, $15/at door. Slippy is a band of current/former students, consisting of Alexis Bartlett, Dylan Baumer, Alexander Holliday, and Evany Noriega. Visit Slippy and the Sheets | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Cochi Loc, Yen, DJ Puretaint, Chipps. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Saturday, Jan 17

Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St, Corvallis. 9 am. Food, produce and artisan goods available. Visit Corvallis Indoor Winter Market for more info.

Little’s Open Play. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Cost: $30/ten visits, or $5/visit drop in. Aimed at families with children ages 0-5. An informal, non-facilitated play opportunity for families. Parents remain in room and actively supervising their children. Visit Little’s Open Play | City of Corvallis for more info.

From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd 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.

Lego Saturday. Philomath Community Library. 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am. An hour of free play with Legos and Duplos. Visit Lego Saturday | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

LEGO Block Blast. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 12 pm. Snacks, music and Lego exploration. Visit LEGO Block Blast! at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library.

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.

Puzzle Swap. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm. Visit Puzzle Swap | CBCPL for more info.

Teen Scene. Majestic Theatre Community/Rehearsal Room, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis.
12 – 2 pm. Ages 13-17. The Majestic Theatre hosts this youth-led theater company featuring a series of workshops to build technical skills, leading up to brand-new productions for teens. Learn more about acting, directing, designing, and producing while making new friends. Visit Teen Scene- Majestic Theatre for more info.

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 Contra Dance. First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Rd, Corvallis. 7 pm intro lesson, 7:30 dance begins. Cost: Sliding scale $12-20, students $6, under 18 free. Folk dance for everyone. Sober event with gender free calling, no partner necessary. Featuring Coriolis with Rich Goss calling. Visit Corvallis Folklore Society for more info.

Dance Planet. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis. 7 – 8:30 pm. Suggested donation: $5-$15. All Ages. Move freely to the rhythmic flow of music from around the world and across the decades. Live music from master percussionist Dave Chiller and friends, followed by world music from DJ Geo. Visit Unitarian Universalist Calendar for more info.

DTW. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Craft Funk and Headbanger Jazz. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Sip and Spell. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Free, seats limited. Reserve in advance. An adult Spelling Bee hosted with the Corvallis Benton Public Library. All ages welcome to observe, contestants must be 18+ to participate. See site for registration details and Bee rules. Visit Sip and Spell | The Majestic Theatre 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.

J Graves. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Quest for Burlesque: The Bard’s Blacklight Showcase. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/presale, $15/at door. Where burlesque meets Dungeons & Dragons under the shimmering glow of the blacklight. Visit Quest for Burlesque: The Bard’s Blacklight Showcase for more info.

Sunday, Jan 18

Fruit Tree Pruning Class. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Learn several horticultural techniques that control growth, remove dead or diseased wood, and stimulate the formation of flowers. Visit Classes & Events – Shonnard’s Nursery for more info.

From Our Collection: Art and Instruction at O.S.U. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd 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 2^nd 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.

Rebel Without a Cause. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/door. A rebellious young man with a troubled past comes to a new town, finding friends and enemies. Visit Rebel Without a Cause | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Idle Hands Quartet. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Featuring Ben Woodman, Nick Rivard, Dave Chiller, and Loren White. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band. PRAx, 470 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $28-35/general, $5/students. A jazz ensemble of Native and Indigenous musicians from across Indian Country. From the Kennedy Center to Birdland, the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band draws from the history of jazz to write its future. Visit Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band | PRAx for more info.

Rebel Without a Cause. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/door. A rebellious young man with a troubled past comes to a new town, finding friends and enemies. Visit Rebel Without a Cause | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Monday, Jan 19

Kings Return. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/general, $5/student. Although their sound has earned comparisons to Take 6 and Boyz II Men, what sets Kings Return apart is their seamless integration of genres and styles, weaving together the grooves of R&B, free moments of jazz, bright touches of pop and soulful bursts of gospel. Visit Kings Return | PRAx for more info.

Streetbound. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Tuesday, Jan 20

Unwritten Futures. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th 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.

Greeters: County Line Flowers. County Line Flowers, 1427 Main St, Philomath. 8:30 am. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Events | Benton County Board of Commissioners 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.

Playtime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Children and their adults may visit and play with library materials in a group setting. Visit Playtime | CBCPL for more info.

Squishitivies. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 11 am – 12 pm. An adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity. Visit Squishitivities | Monroe Community Library for more info.

Truckin’ Tuesday at the Memorial Union. Memorial Union Quad, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 11 am – 8 pm. A chance to try new foods and patronize local food trucks. Visit Truckin’ Tuesday | Oregon State University for more info.

Gearing Up for Gardening. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm. This week’s topic is mulch. Visit Gearing up for Gardening | CBCPL for more info.

Free Family Caregiver Support Group. Grace Center for Adult Day Services, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 1 – 2:30 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 | CBCPL for more info.

READ Dogs. Philomath Community Library, 1080 Applegate St, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Kids can practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs). Sign-ups are on-site and open at the time of the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Permission form is required and filled out on-site. Visit CBCPL | READ Dogs for more info.

Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Downtown Infrastructure Subcommittee. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Open to the community. Visit Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force | City of Corvallis for more info.

City Council Executive Session. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 5:15 pm. The Council will meet in Executive Session under ORS 192.660(2)(d) to conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing body to carry on labor negotiations. Visit City Council Executive Session | City of Corvallis 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 needle felting gnomes and acorns, or bring a personal project to work on. Visit Craft Night for Adults | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for meeting details and participation instructions. Visit City Council Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info.

Figure Drawing Class. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. 18+. Cost: $25. Figure drawing session with model. No instruction provided, this is focused time to create. Visit The Arts Center | Figure Drawing Session for more info.

Planning Commission Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building. 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Planning Commission Meeting | Benton County for more info.

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

Astronomy on Tap. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Wednesday, Jan 21

A Deep Dig into Certified Organic Agriculture and Oregon Tilth. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest membership available. Presented by Kristina Peterson, Organic Conservation Specialist, Oregon Tilth. This presentation will cover what “Certified Organic” means and what makes something organic. It will also explain certifications from other agencies, along with partnerships Oregon Tilth has with the Transition to Organic Partnership Program, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Visit Academy for Lifelong Learning for more info.

Philomath Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Corvallis. 10:30 am. 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.

Squishtivities. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am. An adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity. Visit Squishtivities | CBCPL 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.

Women in Business Luncheon: Intentional 2026- Master Your Mindset. Courtyard by Marriott, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 12 pm. Michelle Beaubien, a certified Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner, Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach presents about taking control of one’s inner blueprint. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce 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 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.

Drop-in Suicide Bereavement Support Group. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street
Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Drop in as needed or attend regularly. Visit Upcoming Events | Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care for more info.

Starker Lecture Series: McDonald Forest: A Century of Dynamic Landscapes. Peavy Forest Science Center, Rm 117, 3100 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 4 pm. Historian Bill Robbins traces the story of Peavy Arboretum and the McDonald Forest from their pre-OSU land uses to their roles today as living laboratories for research, teaching and community engagement. Drawing on archival history and long-term ecological perspectives, Robbins highlights how early management, evolving scientific priorities and shifting public values have shaped these dynamic forests — and why they remain essential to understanding and stewarding the regional landscapes. Visit Starker Lecture Series | Oregon State University for more info.

Corvallis Airport Annexation Public Meeting. Virtual meeting. 6 pm. This is an applicant neighborhood meeting to discuss details of Corvallis Airport Industrial Park Annexation (PDV-2025-50). Visit Corvallis Airport Annexation Public Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info and for link to attend.

Corvallis Library Book Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, Board Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Adults, Seniors. This month’s book is River of the Gods by Candice Millard. Visit Corvallis Library Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Live Music. Common Fields, 555545 SW 3^rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Common Fields Corvallis for more info.

Planning Commission Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. See link for agenda. Visit Planning Commission Meeting | Benton County for more info.

Jazz Wrx Trio. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 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 Jan 22

A History of the Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Market. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest membership available. Presented by Rebecca Landis, Market Director. Learn more about how farmers’ markets developed in Oregon and the history of our local markets, covering how farmers’ markets help small scale farms, downtowns, communities, and customers. Visit Academy for Lifelong Learning for more info.

Department Head Meeting with District Attorney, Juvenile and Sheriff. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Events | Benton County Board of Commissioners for more info.

Coffee Hour. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Coffee, conversation,
and connection, with a sprinkle of library joy. Visit Coffee Hour | CBCPL for more info.

Preschool Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 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 | CBCPL for more info.

Legumes: Food for The Body, The Spirit and The Soil. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. A Public Seed Library presentation to learn about growing edible beans and peas, legume family flowers and herbs, and cover crops to improve your soil health and fertility, and feed pollinators. Presented by Darren Morgan, Shonnard’s Nursery. Visit Legumes: Food For The Body, The Spirit, And The Soil | Oregon State University for more info.

Council Work Session. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council work sessions. Visit Council Work Session | City of Corvallis for more info.

Business After Hours: Ashbrook Independent School. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 5 pm. A monthly networking event designed to foster professional connections and collaboration within the business community, providing a relaxed and informal environment for professionals to engage and build valuable relationships. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce | Calendar for more info.

Cooks and Books: Farm to Table. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis.
5 pm. Free. An in person cooking demonstration with book recommendations. Featuring Luke Carlson, Chef and Owner of Corazon Wine Bar and Kitchen. Visit Cooks and Books – Farmer-to-Table | City of Corvallis for more info.

Speaking Justice with Marcus Lattimore. 2251 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 5 pm. An evening of poetry with Marcus Lattimore, a former NFL running back and the 2024 Oregon’s Grand Slam Poetry Champion. Visit Speaking Justice with Marcus Lattimore | OSU for more info.

Adult Trivia Night with Carl. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate Ave, Philomath. 6:30 pm. Pre registration required. Local purveyor of trivia, Carl, will bring the challenge to the library. Answer crazy questions, win silly prizes. Visit Adult Trivia Night with Carl | CBCPL for more info.

Restoring Democracy: Food and Agriculture. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. The program will include brief presentations, audience Q & A, and small group discussion. Join to learn, discuss, and explore opportunities to take action. Visit Restoring Democracy – Food & Agriculture for more info.

Yagódy: Percussion Workshop. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. A community percussion music-making session. Led by Timur Gogitidze, percussionist for contemporary Ukrainian folk band Yagódy, this community workshop is for percussionists of all skill levels. Bring your own instrument. Visit Yagódy: Percussion Workshop | PRAx for more info.

Opening Celebration of Currents: Experiments in Art-Science Collaboration. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A building-wide celebration of art-science collaborations. This evening will offer the opportunity to see selected works from international art-science programs including the PRAx Collaborative Faculty Fellowship from Oregon State University, fluxART artists-in-residence from the global FLUXNET network, Climate Whirl and Periferia Forest Art Lab from Finland, and the In a Time of Change program from Alaska. Featuring talks from each program and a fluxART musical performance in Detrick Hall. Visit Opening Celebration of Currents: Experiments in Art-Science Collaboration | PRAx for more info.

Sarah Saul’s Jazz Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Amateur Open Mic for Bands. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Friday, Jan 23

Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Drop in Storytime for children and their caregivers. Visit Storytime | CBCPL for more info.

Anthropology Lecture Series. Strand Agriculture Hall, Rm 211, 170 Waldo Pl, Corvallis. 12 pm. Cuitahuac Arreola Martinez from the Speaknahuatl.com Collective, presenting “Collective Linguistic Work: Revitalizing Nahuatl Since 2016.” Visit Anthropology Lecture Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Public Policy Seminar Series. Bexell Hall 412, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Featuring Derek Rury, Assistant Professor of Economics, OSU. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Red Cross Blood Drive. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis.
11:30 am – 5 pm. To check eligibility or to make an appointment, contact the Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or go to redcrossblood.org. Visit Blood Drive | City of Corvallis for more info.

Rainbow Social Hour. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. A safe social space for LGBTQ+ adults of all ages to make connections. Visit Rainbow Social Hour | City of Corvallis for more info.

Open Source Hip Hop with Strange Rotation. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

The Outsiders. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. Rated PG-13. Cost: $20/adults, $18/students and seniors. A stage adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders, directed by Jax Kalberer. Ponyboy, a Greaser on the wrong side of life, is caught up in territorial battles between the have-it-made rich kids the Socs and his tough, underprivileged Greaser family and friends. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Silent Disco. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

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