Friday, Feb 13

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.

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.

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. Mariana Araujo, Illinois Wesleyan University, presents “Perception Matters: Local Realities and Multispecies Adaptation Strategies to Climate Change in the Brazilian Amazon.” Visit Anthropology Lecture Series Winter 2026 | OSU 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.

Serendipity: Avery McDowell. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. n the exhibition, McDowell sets aside the grief and weariness that comes with living in an unreliable body and instead focuses on the positive ways her lived experience has shaped her. By honestly exploring themes of desire, pain and chance, McDowell publicly takes control over aspects of her private identity. She celebrates the mother figures who have cared for her in chaos and grief, and shows gratitude for her struggles, as they are the inspiration that drives her artistic practice. Visit Serendipity: Avery McDowell Exhibition | The Arts Center for more info.

Public Policy Seminar Series. Bexell Hall 328, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Presented by Ari Anisfeld, Assistant Professor of Economics, University of Arkansas. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Rainbow Social Hour. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. A safe, social space for LGBTQIA+ adults of any age. Connect with friends new and old and find inspiration and community. Visit Rainbow Social Hour | City of Corvallis for more info.

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

Library Takeover for Adults: Nerf Night! Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6:15 pm. 18+. Snacks, crafts and Nerf games, after hours in the library. Visit Library Takeover for Adults: Nerf Night! | CBCPL for more info.

Free Film Friday: Monsters. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Shot entirely on location south of the border, Monsters is smart, even prescient about US-Mexico/Central and South American relations. The viewing will be followed by host OSU University Distinguished Professor Jon Lewis and his guest, Ana Milena Ribero, Associate Professor in the School of Writing, Literature, and Film and author of Dreamer Nation: Immigration, Activism and Neoliberalism. Visit Free Film Friday: Monsters | PRAx for more info.

Jeanne Gregg Band. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7pm. A night of rhythm and blues. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

STEM Cabaret: An Eight- Bit Comedy Revue. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 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.

Corvallis Comedy Night with KC Shornima. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $25/ticket. Rated R. KC Shornima grew up in Nepal, started comedy in Tennessee, and now works in Midtown Manhattan as a writer on Saturday Night Live. To say she’s going places seems a gross understatement. Following in the dark and dirty tradition of such envelope-pushers as Anthony Jeselnik and Nikki Glaser, KC Shornima’s punchlines both shock and awe. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

Winter Student Play: I Met the Baba Yaga (And She Lives in Tennessee). Withycombe Hall Lab Theatre, 2921 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $12/general, $10/child/senior, students free. Seating begins at 7pm, no late seating. This new play is a fresh take on traditional Eastern European folklore and explores themes of community and self-discovery. Visit Winter Student Play | PRAx for more info.

Dreamrunner Night, Tom Foe, Blue Essence, Fiona Daley, All Ages. Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $20/ticket. Rated R, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. An interactive screening packed with outrageous performances, audience participation, glam, camp, and debauchery. Visit The Rocky Horror Picture Show | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Saturday, Feb 14

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.

Tax Assistance by Appointment. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Tax Assistance offered by AARP Foundation Tax Aid, with a focus on elderly and low income participants. Call 541-250-0268 to schedule. Visit Tax Assistance | CBCPL 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.

Family Music Fun. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 am. An interactive music experience with Marisa, designed for families with children ages 2-10 years old. Visit Family Music Fun| CBCPL 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.

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.

Digital Life: Understanding AI. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 12 pm. A workshop about effective use of Artificial Intelligence, led by librarian Bonnie Brzozowski. Visit Digital Life: Understanding AI | CBCPL for more info.

Twilight. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Visit Twilight | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Seffarine. PRAx, 470 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm and 7 pm. Cost: $25/general, $5/student. With Spanish multi-instrumentalist and flamenco player Nat Hulskamp, Seffarine draws inspiration from both sides of the Strait of Gibraltar, fusing Arabic, Iberian and West African cultures. Visit Seffarine | PRAx for more info.

Khmer Night 2026. Memorial Union Ballroom, 2501 SW Jefferson Ave, Corvallis. 6:15 pm. Free, reserve your ticket in advance. A lively, dating-show–inspired evening packed with performances, skits, activities, and delicious food. Visit Khmer Night 2026 | OSU for more info.

Twilight. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Twilight | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

The Glitter Hearts Club. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $19/adult, $17/student and senior. A dazzling night full of drag, burlesque, and aerial arts, celebrating the reason for the season—LOVE. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

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

Sunday, Feb 15

Sunday Brunch with Sam Holmes and The Tappet Brothers. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit Old World Center Events 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.

When Harry Met Sally. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Harry and Sally have known each other for years, and are very good friends, but they fear sex would ruin the friendship. Visit When Harry Met Sally | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Nick Rivard Trio with Dave Storr and Page Hundemer. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

When Harry Met Sally. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Harry and Sally have known each other for years, and are very good friends, but they fear sex would ruin the friendship. Visit When Harry Met Sally | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Monday, Feb 16

Tuesday, Feb 17

Tuesday Morning Greeters: Assistance League. Assistance League
547 NW 9th St, Corvallis. 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.

Benton County District Service Budget Meetings. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 11 am. Covering various District Service budgets. 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 | CBCPL 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.

Squishtivities. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Corvallis. 10:30 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.

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 rose care and includes a pruning demonstration. 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. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3:30 p.m. Kids can practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs. Permission form is required and filled out on-site. Limited spots available. Visit READ Dogs | CBCPL for more info.

Wanderlust 2026 Opening. The Little Gallery, Kidder Hall, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. OSU students who studied and interned in diverse locations far from home in the last year have come together to share moments from their journeys that linked them to the local culture surrounding them. Whether watching dawn break over the Sahara Desert on the back of a camel or diving down to an art museum on the Great Barrier Reef, these artists immersed themselves in experiences that taught them what it means to be global citizens. Visit Wanderlust 2026 | OSU for more info.

City Council Executive Session. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 4:30 pm. The Council will meet in Executive Session under ORS 192.660(2)(i) to review and evaluate the employment-related performance of the chief executive officer of any public body, a public officer, employee or staff member who does not request an open hearing.Visit City Council Executive Session | City of Corvallis for more info.

Craft Night for Adults. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. 16+. This month’s craft is collage/mixed media trading cards and stamp cards. Or bring a personal project. All materials provided. Visit Craft Night for Adults | CBCPL for more info.

Benton County Planning Commission Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Planning Commission Meeting | Benton County

City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. All are invited and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. Visit City Council Meeting | 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.

Mardi Gras- Eel Sallad, Redwood Revival, Hyypersigil. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Wednesday, Feb 18

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.

Wednesday Noon Book Club. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath.
12 pm. Copies of this month’s book available at circulation desk. Visit Wednesday Noon Book Club | CBCPL for more info.

Women in Business Luncheon: Julie Manning. Courtyard by Marriott Corvallis
400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 12 pm. Small Steps, Major Impact: Everyday Steps Toward a More Purposeful Life. In a world where days feel busier than ever, it can be hard to develop a true sense of purpose, whether it’s within the workplace or outside of it. But meaning often comes from small, intentional choices. Acts of service, community involvement, and volunteerism can foster greater fulfillment and strengthen our connection to others. Explore how simple actions can boost well-being and an everyday sense of joy. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce 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.

OSU Band Performance at C3. Corvallis Community Center, 2701 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. Hosted by the C3 senior social club, all are invited. Visit OSU Band at C3 | City of Corvallis for more info.

Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. Free. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring your computer or device or use one of ours. Library staff can help with basic computer tasks, using social media, managing photos, downloading eBooks and audiobooks, using email, filling out online job applications, and much more. Drop-in anytime during the hour. Visit Digital Life: Tech Help Lab | CBCPL for more info.

Corvallis Library Book Club. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Copies of featured book are available at the 2^nd floor reference desk. Visit Corvallis Library Book Club | CBCPL for more info.

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

Planning Commission. Online Only. 6:30 pm. Visit Planning Commission | City of Corvallis for more info.

Ben Woodman and Nick Rivard with Will Delee. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7pm. 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 Feb 19

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.

Serendipity: Avery McDowell. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. In the exhibition, McDowell sets aside the grief and weariness that comes with living in an unreliable body and instead focuses on the positive ways her lived experience has shaped her. By honestly exploring themes of desire, pain and chance, McDowell publicly takes control over aspects of her private identity. She celebrates the mother figures who have cared for her in chaos and grief, and shows gratitude for her struggles, as they are the inspiration that drives her artistic practice. Visit Serendipity: Avery McDowell Exhibition | The Arts Center for more info.

Public Seed Library Presentation: Planting to Attract Birds. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. An opportunity to learn more about planting to attract birds to your garden. Presented by Benton County Master Gardner Janet Throop. Visit Public Seed Library Presentation | CBCPL for more info.

City Council Work Session. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Visit Council Work Session | City of Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Art Walk. Various locations around town. 4 – 7 pm. The Corvallis Arts Walk (CAW) is a monthly event held by local artists every third Thursday of each month. View the stunning visual artwork at venues around town and experience the creative spirit of Corvallis. Visit Corvallis Arts Walk for more info.

MUSE. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 4 pm. Distinguished professor Yuji Hiratsuka will speak about his work as an art professor at OSU as well as his legacy in intaglio printmaking. Also featuring children’s crafts, live painting demonstrations, and more. Visit MUSE | Benton County Museums for more info.

Business After Hours: Fullerton Wines. Fullerton Wines, 804 NW Buchanan Ave
Corvallis. 5 pm. Cost: Free for members, $10/nonmembers. Connect with fellow chamber members. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.

Ideas Matter Series: Can AI Alleviate Loneliness? PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Featuring Ramón Alvarado, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Oregon. Explore the phenomenon of loneliness and its distinct manifestations and sources. Alvarado shares that once we have clarified what these two things mean, the promises, limitations and implications of these novel technologies in this particular context can be better addressed. Visit Ideas Matter Series | PRAx for more info.

Corvallis School Board Special Meeting. Corvallis School District, 1555 SW 35^th St, Corvalls. 6:30 pm. Visit Calendar | Corvallis School District for more info.

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

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

Friday, Feb 20

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. 12 pm. Presented by Catherine Bolzendahl, Professor of Sociology, OSU. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Gallery Tour: Project 562: Changing The Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Museum admissions prices: $5/adult, children and members free. Learn more about the work of Matika Wilbur with a museum docent and have a chance to ask questions about this important exhibit. Gallery Tour: Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America – 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. Visit OSU MFA Reading Series | CBCPL for more info.

All Night EDM. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7pm. A night of rhythm and blues. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

The Wax Poetry Revue Presents: Weird Science. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. Cost: $15/advance, $20/same day. 21+. An avant-garde burlesque and variety show installation. Visit The Wax Poetry Revue Presents: Weird Science | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

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

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