Friday, Feb 20

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 | CBCPL 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.

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 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. Visit Gallery Tour: Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America | Corvallis Museum 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.

Poulenc Trio. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $30-40/standard, $5/student and youth. The world’s only full-time oboe, bassoon and piano trio. Visit Poulenc Trio | PRAx for more info.

The Wax Poetry Revue Presents: Weird Science. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm, doors 7:30 pm. 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. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

Saturday, Feb 21

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.

Government Comment Corner. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10 am. Say hello and ask questions about your local government. Featuring City Manager Mark Shepherd. Visit Government Comment Corner | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Orchids for Beginners. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Free. Learn the basics around growing orchids in and around the home, including tips on repotting. Visit Shonnards Classes and Events for more info.

Mary’s Peak Orchid Society. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10 am. Free. Meet members of the Mary’s Peak Orchid Society – admire rare orchids on display, ask questions, and learn more about the Orchid Society. Visit Shonnards Classes and Events for more info.

Los Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 am. A bilingual storytime in English and Spanish for children of all ages. Visit Los Cuentos | CBCPL 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.

Big Foot Mycorrhizae. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 11 am. Dan Mecum of Big Foot Mycorrhizae will be present to talk to new gardeners and talk about fungi and how mycorrhizae should be a part of everyone’s growing ritual. Visit Shonnards Classes and Events 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 for more info.

Teen Scene. Majestic Theatre, Second Floor, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis.12 – 2 pm. Free. Ages 13-17. Features a series of workshops to build technical skills and eventually leads up to brand-new productions for teens. They’ll learn more about acting, directing, designing, and producing while making new friends. Teen Scene currently meets every 1st and 3rd Saturday. Interested teens are welcome to drop by and check things out or get more information by calling the Majestic Business Office at 541-758-7827. Visit Teen Scene | City of Corvallis 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.

Marian and The Merry Men. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $15/ticket. Majestic Youth Theater. Marian isn’t your typical lady of Nottingham—she’s an ace archer ready to take on Prince John. With help from Alana Dale and the true Merry Men, she must outwit villains and save the day in this bold twist on the Robin Hood legend. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.

The Turntable Enabler. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A DJ night of Funk, Soul, Hip Hop and Afro Beat. Visit Old World Center Events 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.

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

Sunday, Feb 22

Sunday Brunch with Revel’n. 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.

Black History Trivia. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. Test your knowledge of Black History beyond the textbook. Visit Events | Linn Benton NAACP for more info.

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. After the destruction of the Death Star, Imperial forces continue to pursue the Rebels on the ice planet Hoth. Luke journeys to the planet Dagobah to train with Jedi Master Yoda, who has lived in hiding since the fall of the Republic. In an attempt to convert Luke to the dark side, Darth Vader lures young Skywalker into a trap in the Cloud City of Bespin. Visit Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Jaeden Izik-Dzurko. 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $30/standard, $5/student and youth. Audiences, critics and composers worldwide hail Jaeden Izik-Dzurko for his communicative power, refined technical command and artistic maturity. Only in his mid-20s, Izik-Dzurko won first prize at the Leeds International Piano Competition and became the first Canadian Grand Prize Laureate of the Concours musical international de Montréal, both in 2024. Visit Jaeden Izik-Dzurko | PRAx for more info.

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

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. After the destruction of the Death Star, Imperial forces continue to pursue the Rebels on the ice planet Hoth. Luke journeys to the planet Dagobah to train with Jedi Master Yoda, who has lived in hiding since the fall of the Republic. In an attempt to convert Luke to the dark side, Darth Vader lures young Skywalker into a trap in the Cloud City of Bespin. Visit Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Monday, Feb 23

Climate Action Advisory Board. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4:30 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend CAAB meetings. Visit Climate Action Advisory Board | City of Corvallis for more info.

Introduction to Digital Books in Libby. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Learn to use Libby on your phone, tablet, or computer to read library ebooks and listen to audiobooks. Visit Introduction to Digital Books in Libby | CBCPL for more info.

Safe Streets & Roads For All Task Force. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6:15 pm. Visit Safe Streets & Roads For All Task Force | City of Corvallis for more info.

Tuesday, Feb 24

Tuesday Morning Greeters: 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 | 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.

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 gorgeous options for planting in the shade. 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.

Unlocking Art. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. Spark fresh ways of seeing and connecting with exhibits thru volunteer led interactive activities in TAC’s main gallery. Visit Unlocking Art | The Arts Center for more info.

The Genesis and Activities of the Albanian Alps Institute. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest memberships and scholarships available. Presenter: Steve Cook, President, Albanian Alps Institute. The Albanian Alps Institute (AAI) was formed in 2003 by Steve and Terri Cook of Corvallis and Professor Dr. Marash Rakaj from the University of Shkoder, Albania. Its mission is to improve educational opportunities in remote villages of northern Albania. AAI has sent girls from this region to high school and then university. The Institute currently supports eight school libraries, seven kindergartens, and nine university students. AAI’s impact is evident in the stories of students who have achieved dreams that were once unimaginable. Visit 2026 Winter 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.

Family Craft Night. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Visit Family Craft Night | CBCPL for more info.

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board. Virtual meeting only. 5:15 pm. Visit JEDI | City of Corvallis for more info.

Corvallis Emerging Professionals. Back to the 90’s Retro Arcade, 451 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Professionals who live in the Corvallis area who are young, or young at heart gather to connect, support and join the local business community. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce 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.

OSU Campus Band Winter Concert. 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/general, students free. The Oregon State University Campus Band is a non-auditioned ensemble that is comprised of major and non-major musicians from across campus. The ensemble performs classic wind band literature from composers such as Reed, Holst, Sousa and Ticheli and classic transcriptions of the orchestral repertoire. Visit OSU Campus Band – Winter Concert | PRAx for more info.

Twin Peaks. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/in advance, $10/same day. Laura Palmer’s harrowing final days are chronicled one year after the murder of Teresa Banks, a resident of Twin Peaks’ neighboring town. Visit Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

Wednesday, Feb 25

21^st Century Food Packaging and Preservation for People and the Planet. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Academy for Lifelong Learning dues are $120/year, guest memberships and scholarships available. Presenter: Yanyun Zhao, University Distinguished Professor, Food Science and Technology, OSU Packaging and coatings provide protection, information, and convenience in all phases of food processing from production to consumption. However, overpackaging and some packaging materials have negatively impacted our ecosystem. Professor Zhao’s research team develops sustainable packaging using scientific discoveries and technological innovations. New packaging designs and coatings can protect our environment while still offering convenience to consumers. Visit 2026 Winter Academy For Lifelong Learning for more info.

Philomath Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 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. Visit Playtime | CBCPL for more info.

Fund Your Small Business Pizza and Panel. Benton Center 204,757 NW Polk Ave
Corvallis. 12 pm. Registration Required. Hear from an insider panel of local funders from banks to community lending partners about what loans, grants, and funding opportunities exist for small businesses. Visit Community Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce 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.

Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 Meeting. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Visit Charter Review Task Force Phase 2 Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info.

Get Your Art into Galleries & Shows. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Cost: $18. Abstract artist Robin Kerr will demystify the behind-the-scenes work of a successful gallery artist. This workshop is perfect for visual artists of varying skill levels, including those who have never exhibited. Visit Get Your Art into Galleries & Shows | The Arts Center for more info.

Green Drinks. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. A casual, fun gathering of people who want to hang out with “green” folks and meet new ones. Visit Corvallis Sustainability Coalition | Green Drinks for more info.

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

A Love Electric with Galen Clark. 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 Feb 26

Read For The Record. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5^th St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4 pm, closed from 1 – 1:30 pm. Read a special story in the Children’s Area to be part of Read for the Record, the world’s largest shared reading experience. Visit Read for the Record | CBCPL for more info.

Lecture: Ungovernable. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10:30 am. Free, registration required. Feminist historian Therese Oneill conducts an unforgettable tour through the backwards, pseudoscientific, downright bizarre parenting fashions of the Victorians. Visit Lecture: Ungovernable | Benton County Museums 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.

Know Your City: Downtown Corvallis- Past, Present, Future. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Sponsored by The League of Women Voters of Corvallis, The Corvallis Benton County Public Library, The City of Corvallis, The Benton County Historical Society, and The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition. Visit Know Your City | LWV for more info.

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

OSU Percussion Ensemble Winter Concert. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/standard, free for students. The OSU Percussion Ensemble brings you the best in chamber repertoire for struck instruments – from the classics of the genre stretching back to the early twentieth century to premieres of new music by in-demand composers. Along with the usual assortment of concert toms, marimbas, snare drums, vibraphones, timpani, djembes and triangles, students in the ensemble will also happily make music with empty oxygen tanks, an altered piano, gongs suspended in water, electronics, multimedia, and even the occasional confetti cannon. Visit OSU Percussion Ensemble | PRAx for more info.

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

Friday, Feb 27

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 SW Waldo Place, Corvallis.
12 pm. Michele Punke, Historical Research Associates, presents “Archaeology Beyond the Ivory Tower: The Ins and Outs of a Career in Cultural Resources Management (CRM).” Visit Anthropology Lecture Series | Oregon State University for more info.

Public Policy Seminar Series. Bexell Hall 328, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Presented by Michael Kuhn, Associate Professor of Economics, University of Oregon. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series Winter 2026 | OSU for more info.

Microshelter Tour. Corvallis Museum, 211 SW 1^st St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Staff from Unity Shelter present a gallery talk inside microshelter exhibit. Visit Microshelter Tour | Corvallis Museum for more info.

Rainbow Social Hour. Corvallis Community Center, 2701 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 3 pm. A safe, social environment for LGBTQIA+ adults of all ages. Visit Rainbow Social Hour | City of Corvallis for more info.

Teen Paint and Sip. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Grades 6-12. Registration recommended. A creative and sweet afternoon at the library. Make your own hot chocolate with fun flavors and toppings, and then painting a masterpiece. Follow along with a painting tutorial, or create something totally unique while sipping delicious hot chocolate. All supplies, snacks, and hot chocolate will be provided by the library. Visit Teen Paint and Sip | CBCPL for more info.

Johnny Franco and His Real Brother Dom. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A night of rhythm and blues. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.

OSU MFA Event: Elizabeth McCracken. Kaku-ixt Mana Ina Haws, 511 SW 26^th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Elizabeth McCracken is the author of nine books. Her stories have won three Pushcart Prizes, two National Magazine Awards, and have appeared in five editions of The Best American Short Stories. She’ll discuss her latest book, A Long Game: Notes on Writing Fiction. Visit Elizabeth McCracken | Grass Roots Books & Music for more info.

Haus of Dharma Presents: Rare Candy: 30^th Anniversary Edition. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm, doors at 7:30 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/same day. 18+. Presented by the Haus of Dharma, the main cast features Rosey Posey, Frisky MacPherson, and Matrix, joined by entertainers from across Oregon and beyond. Expect thick Pikachu energy, Jigglypuff levels of confidence, Eevee style versatility, Team Rocket attitude, and at least one moment that would make Professor Oak gently ask you to calm down. Visit Rare Candy: 30th Anniversary Edition | Whiteside Theatre for more info.

The Scenic Jazz Trio, Bedlum, Sad Boy Union. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.

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