Friday, Jan 23

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. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Saturday, Jan 24

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.

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.

How Can I Help? Saving Nature with Your Yard. CH2M Hill Alumni Center, 725 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. Cost: $20/advance, $25/same day. A lecture by Dr Doug Tallamy, author of Nature’s Best Hope. Visit Gardening | BCMGA 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.

Robert Burns Night. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7pm. A night of Scottish poetry and music. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Yagódy. PRAX,470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $28-35/ticket. Founded in Lviv in 2016, Yagódy combines the ancient folk melodies of their Ukrainian homeland with their theatrical training, mastery of Balkan rhythms and exceptional singing. The seven-piece band makes a rare North American appearance at PRAx. Visit Yagódy | PRAx for more info.

The Outsiders. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. 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.

Adam Larson w The June Bugs. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. Cost: $10/advance, $15/at door. Originating from the heartland, Adam Larson’s passion for storytelling shines through in the band’s music, which often explores themes of love, nostalgia, and everyday life. Visit Adam Larson w/ The June Bugs | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Blackwood, Woodrow, Eveu, Zeke Plays Drums, Ezeu. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Naughty but Nerdy. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $17/ general admission A night of sensual-yet-sagacious stand-up comedy from favorite acts from around the state. Featuring Kyle Adams (Portland), Naomi Fitter (Corvallis), Sarah Hagen (Eugene), Andrea Menchaca (Portland), Lori Van Deman (Portland). Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Sunday, Jan 25

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.

Star Wars: A New Hope. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/door. Bob Newton Family Movie- Kids Free! Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy in Star Wars: A New Hope. Nineteen years after the formation of the evil Galactic Empire, Luke is thrust into the struggle of the Rebel Alliance when he meets Obi-Wan Kenobi, who has lived for years in seclusion on the desert planet of Tatooine. Obi-Wan begins Luke’s Jedi training as Luke joins him on a daringmission to rescue Rebel leader Princess Leia from the clutches of Darth Vader and the evil Empire. Visit Star Wars A New Hope | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Open 2 Mics. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 4:30 sign ups, 5 pm start. Open Mic night. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Star Wars: A New Hope. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/door. Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy in Star Wars: A New Hope. Nineteen years after the formation of the evil Galactic Empire, Luke is thrust into the struggle of the Rebel Alliance when he meets Obi-Wan Kenobi, who has lived for years in seclusion on the desert planet of Tatooine. Obi-Wan begins Luke’s Jedi training as Luke joins him on a daringmission to rescue Rebel leader Princess Leia from the clutches of Darth Vader and the evil Empire. Visit Star Wars A New Hope | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Monday, Jan 26

Vistas and Vineyards 2026. Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26^th St, Corvallis.
8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. A celebration of 36 years of the Vistas and Vineyards plein air painting group. Visit Vistas & Vineyards 2026 | Guistina Gallery for more info.

Climate Action Advisory Board. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend CAAB meetings. Visit Climate Action Advisory Board | City of Corvallis for more info.

Tuesday, Jan 27

Benton County Board of Commissioners Information Sharing 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 perennials. Visit Gearing up for Gardening | CBCPL for more info.

Howland Community Open. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Annually, The Arts Center welcomes artists of all ages and experience levels to show one original work of art in the Jim and Ruth Howland Community Open. Traditionally, the show features upwards of 300 artists whose work is hung salon style. Visit Howland Community Open | The Arts Center 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.

The Plastic Pellet Problem: Understanding Oregon’s Nurdle Crisis. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest membership available. Nurdles – plastic pellets polluting Oregon’s coast – pose a serious threat to coastal life, ecosystems, and communities. This class dives into their origins and how they end up on Oregon beaches, from industrial spills and global supply chain waste to the influence of ocean currents. Presented by Shelby Smith, Conservation Engagement Manager at the Oregon Coast Aquarium. Visit Academy for Lifelong Learning 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.

TAC Makes at C3. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Making and creating with the The Arts Center at Corvallis Community Center. All supplies provided or bring your own. Visit TAC Makes at C3 | City of Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Young Pros. Hilton Garden Inn, 2500 SW Western Blvd, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. The newest branch of the Chamber of Commerce…the Young Pros. Networking event. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.

Mayor’s Town Hall and State of the City. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Mayor Charles Maughan shares a State of the City address focusing on recent progress and milestones at the City of Corvallis and looking ahead to what the City is working on for 2026 and beyond. The Mayor will also host a question and answer period to hear from Corvallis community members after his remarks. Visit Mayor’s Town Hall and State of the City | City of Corvallis 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.

Tired Eyes, Like This. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Wednesday, Jan 28

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.

Playtime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am. Children and their adults may visit and play with library materials in a group setting. Visit Playtime | CBCPL for more info.

Creative Defiance: Baffling the Bullies and Tripping the Tyrants. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest membership available. Bob Ward’s presentation will explore the power of creative defiance to make a difference. According to Ward,chuckling works better than heckling. Not being there gets more notice than being there. Flipping the scenario flips the power. Changing the icon changes the reality. Visit Academy for Lifelong Learning for more info.

Charter Review Task Force, Phase 2 Meeting. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 (CRTF2) meetings. Visit Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 Meeting | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Rethinking Oregon Jewish Pioneers. Memorial Union, Rm 208, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 4:15 pm. Western Jewish historians long framed the high level of acceptance and inclusion experienced by early Jewish settlers in the region in celebratory terms. Yet more critical views of western pioneers, emphasizing narratives of settler colonialism, land theft and genocide, are prompting a reassessment. In this presentation, Dr Ellen Eisenberg will explore the impact of these shifting historical narratives from the point of view of a western Jewish historian, sharing how she rethought, revised and reframed her own work on Oregon Jewish pioneers in response to recent racial reckonings in western history and society. Visit Rethinking Oregon Jewish Pioneers | Oregon State University for more info.

Meredith Broussard: Confronting Bias in AI. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Meredith Broussard is the author of More Than a Glitch: Confronting Race, Gender, and Ability Bias in Tech as well as the award-winning 2018 book Artificial Unintelligence: How Computers Misunderstand the World. Broussard’s research focuses on artificial intelligence in investigative reporting, with particular interest in AI ethics and using data analysis for social good. Visit Meredith Broussard: Confronting Bias in AI (Just AI Series) | PRAx for more info.

Braver Angels Debate. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Free, but registration required. The evening’s debate will focus on this statement: Resolved: K-12 Schools Should Prohibit Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices During the School Day. Visit Braver Angels Debate | Benton County Museums for more info.

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

Historic Resources Commission Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Historic Resources Commission Meeting | Benton County for more info.

American Strings: Ruth Moody of the Wailin’ Jennys. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $20/ticket, $5/student. Award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ruth Moody started out harmonizing with her brother and sisters on a goat farm in rural Manitoba. As a solo artist and as a founding and current member of The Wailin’ Jennys, Moody has won two JUNO Awards and performed in sold-out venues around the globe. Following a conversation with American Strings host Kelly Bosworth, Moody will perform a solo selection of music. Visit American Strings: Ruth Moody of The Wailin’ Jennys | PRAx for more info.

BMW Jazz Trio. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Thursday Jan 29

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.

Public Seed Library Presentation: Helping Mason and Native Bees Thrive in Your Garden. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. An opportunity to learn how to manage mason bees and help meet their needs in the spring, summer, and fall. Presented by Linn County Master Gardeners Pollinator experts. Visit Public Seed Library Presentation | CBCPL for more info.

Supporting Seniors: Exploring Services From Our Area Agency on Aging. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest membership available. Learn about the many ways the local Area Agency on Aging supports older adults, from in-home care and transportation to help with Medicare, Medicaid, and caregiver resources. This class will highlight programs like AmeriCorps Seniors and how they strengthen community support for aging in place. Visit Academy for Lifelong Learning for more info.

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

Michael Marino Lerman: Community Tap Workshop and Film Screening. PRAX, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. The workshop will start with basic steps and advance to improvisational tap. Bring tap shoes (or comfortable shoes you can move in). All ages, bodies and experience levels welcome. Following the workshop, tappers are encouraged to stay for a screening of American Tap, a documentary film about the origins of tap dancing in American cultural history. Visit Michela Marino Lerman: Community Tap Workshop and Film Screening | PRAx for more info.

Bandemonium. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A full band open mic. Drums, bass amp and guitar amp provided. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Earth, Ocean, Atmosphere: A Special Hour for the Ears Event. PRAX, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $20/general, $5/student. What does scientific data sound like in the hands of world-class composers? Come find out at this special edition of Hour for the Ears, an established PRAx program curated by composer and Director of the School of the Arts Peter Swendsen. Held in a darkened Ray Theater, audience members lie on mats on the floor or sit in seats in the middle of the venue. Creative speaker placements offer 20 or more audio channels for immersive digital compositions based on field recordings and research data. Visit Earth, Ocean, Atmosphere: A Special Hour for the Ears Event | PRAx for more info.

Phantom Phenomenon, The Root Vegetables, Tired Eyes. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Friday, Jan 30

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.

Public Policy Seminar Series. Bexell Hall 328, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 1:20 pm. Presented by Adam Sollman, Assistant Professor of Economics, Clemson University. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Flying Eye. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Great songs, soaring jams, and groovy dance beats from the vast Grateful Dead stream of music consciousness. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

Low Key Lounge ft Pulse, Similar Product. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

The Barry Walker Unit with Eric Nordby. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/ at door. Based in Portland, OR, the Barry Walker Unit is bandleader Barry Walker, Jr. (North Americans, Mouth Painter, Rose City Band) on pedal steel guitar, Rob Smith on drums, Jason Willmon (Fruited Planes, Mouth Painter) on bass guitar, and Ripley Johnson (Rose City Band, Moon Duo, Wooden Ships) on electric guitar. Visit The Barry Walker Unit w/ Eric Nordby | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

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