Friday, June 12
CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.
Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.
Urban Farm Program Farm Stand. Corner of 33rd St and Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 10 – 11:30 am. Produce grown right here by hardworking students. From fresh eggs laid by their own chickens to seasonal produce, the inventory rotates weekly based on what is ready for harvest. Visit CSD 509J | Facebook for more info.
Monroe Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Drop in Storytime for children and their caregivers. Visit Monroe Storytime | CBCPL for more info.
The Frimpong Case. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A mixed media installation to confront social and environmental issues caused by the massive amounts of textile waste produced by the western world. Specifically the work was created using shoes that would otherwise end up in West African landfills. Visit The Frimpong Case | The Arts Center 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.
SAFE Happy Hour. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd 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.
Teen Nerf Night. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 5 pm. Registration required, waiver required. Ages 12 – 18. Nerf blasters, darts, and snacks provided. Teens are welcome to bring their own un-modded blasters; no Rivals blasters or shields. Visit Teen NERF Night | CBCPL for more info.
Romantasy Book Club Corvallis. The Book Bin, 215 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Romantasy Book Club Corvallis | The Book Bin for more info.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. A gender-queer punk-rock singer from East Berlin tours the U.S. with her band as she tells her life story and follows the former lover/band-mate who stole her songs. Visit Hedwig and the Angry Inch | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Songs of Resilience. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Matt Pless and Danbert Nobacon bring an evening of songs about love, resilience, freedom, and community. Featuring special guests Everybody’s Worried About Owen and Reptile Lovechild. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Corvallis Comedy Night with Laura Peek. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $20/ticket. Rated R. Laura Peek’s sharply-observed jokes about everything from bridal parties gone wrong to the hazards of politically divided families have delighted audiences across the country. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Streetbound, Out Of Print, Pulse. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Saturday, June 13
Corvallis Farmers’ Market. 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A bustling hub of activity and community connection. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park, the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Saturday Market for more info.
Public Seed Library Pop Up Clinic. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 am. Benton County Master Gardners available to assist with planning your garden. Visit Public Seed Library Pop-Up Clinic | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.
Hysterial History of the Graand Kinetic Race. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Registration required. A behind-the-scenes look at the wonderfully wacky world of da Vinci Days’ Graand Kinetic Challenge, including a chance to see the kinetic sculptures. Visit Hysterical History of the Graand Kinetic Race | Benton County Museums for more info.
Family Music Fun. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Ages 2- 10. Sing, clap, move your body to music with Marisa in this interactive music program. Visit Family Music Fun | CBCPL for more info.
Pride Tea Party. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Corvallis. 10:30 am. All ages. An opportunity to enjoy tea and refreshments, make rainbow and tea party-themed crafts, and take photos at the photo booth. Visit Pride Tea Party | CBCPL for more info.
Teen Creative Writing Workshop. Grades 6-12. 1 pm. Part one of a three-part creative writing workshop. An opportunity to develop skills. All writing styles are welcomed. Visit Teen Creative Writing Workshop | CBCPL 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.
Blade Runner. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/at door. A blade runner must pursue and terminate four replicants who stole a ship in space and have returned to Earth to find their creator. Visit Blade Runner | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Blade Runner 2049. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/at door. Young Blade Runner K’s discovery of a long-buried secret leads him to track down former Blade Runner Rick Deckard, who’s been missing for thirty years. Visit Blade Runner | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Deli Fresh Hip Hop. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Fresh rhymes over beats. Hosted by Alpha Ready. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
AETHER: The Fifth Harmony. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30. Cost: $18/general, $16/students and seniors. Journey through Earth, Fire, Water, Wind, and the Stars—where aerialists defy gravity and bring the elements to life in a stunning display of circus arts. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Slippy and The Sheets. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Sunday, June 14
Hydrangea Class. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 am. This class explores the variety of showy plants in the genus Hydrangea, some common and others less so, with a brief discussion of hydrangea care and how to use in the landscape. Visit Classes & Events | Shonnard’s Nursery for more info.
Philomath Farmer’s Market. Philomath Library Parking Lot, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 11 am – 3 pm. Visit Philomath Farmers’ Market for more info.
CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 12 – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Celtic Music Jam. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Blade Runner. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/at door. A blade runner must pursue and terminate four replicants who stole a ship in space and have returned to Earth to find their creator. Visit Blade Runner | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
The Wizard of Oz. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day, children under 12 free. Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz and embark on a quest with three new friends to see the Wizard, who can return her to her home and fulfill the others’ wishes. Visit Wizard of Oz | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Cooper Hollow Jazztet. Airlie Winery, 15305 Dunn Forest Rd, Monmouth, OR 97361. 5 pm. Cost: $10/ticket. Exploring the many channels of the jazz mainstream, both new and old. Visit Cooper Hollow Jazztet | Lumos Wine Company for more info.
Night of Revelery with DJ Petticore Ren Faire. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
MidValley Belly Dance Collective. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
The Wizard of Oz. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz and embark on a quest with three new friends to see the Wizard, who can return her to her home and fulfill the others’ wishes. Visit Wizard of Oz | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Monday, June 15
Terra Bella Farm Tours. Terra Bella Farm, 6959 NE Elliott Circle, Corvallis. 11:30 am. Cost: $15/general, $10/seniors and veterans, $5/children, 2 and under free. An entertaining and educational hour on an 11 acre boutique farm. Visit Terra Bella Farm for more info.
C3 Music on the Terrace. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 12 pm. Listen to live local artists during lunch. Featuring The Nettles Duo. Visit C3 Music on the Terrace | City of Corvallis for more info.
City Council Executive Session. Downtown Fire Station, 400 NW Harrison Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. The Council will meet in Executive Session under ORS 192.660(2)(e) to conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing body to negotiate real property transactions. Visit City Council Executive Session | City of Corvallis for more info.
City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station, 400 NW Harrison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. Visit City Council Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info.
Marion Berries Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.
Shaun Hales. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Tuesday, June 16
Tuesday Morning Greeters: Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care. 8:30am. Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care, 720 SW 4th St, Corvallis. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.
Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Board of Commissioners | Calendar for more info.
Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Family storytime in Central Park every Tuesday and Thursday for the summer. Storytime will be held in library if inclement weather. Visit Outdoor Storytime | CBCPL for more info.
Playtime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th 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.
The Frimpong Case. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A mixed media installation to confront social and environmental issues caused by the massive amounts of textile waste produced by the western world. Specifically the work was created using shoes that would otherwise end up in West African landfills. Visit The Frimpong Case | The Arts Center for more info
Rhys Thomas: Science Circus. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Corvallis. 1 pm. A blend of science, comedy, and circus arts for the whole family. Visit Rhys Thomas: Science Circus | 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, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 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 READ Dogs | CBCPL for more info.
Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 4 pm. All Task Forces meeting. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force (DVSTF) meetings. Visit Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force Meeting | City of Corvallis for more info.
Southtown Farmstand and Market. 1465 SE Alexander Ave, Corvallis. 5 – 7 pm. Experience homegrown, backyard, and cottage industry crafts, baked goods, canned goods, and very seasonal items—all set in a lovely natural farm environment complete with picnic tables, a campfire, music, nature, farm animals, and the joy of good old-fashioned community. Dog and kid friendly. Parking is limited, so biking and walking are encouraged. Visit Flicker and Fir | Southtown Market for more info.
Justice Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board. Virtual Meeting, 5:15 pm. Visit Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Board | 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 make your own iron on patch, or bring a personal project to work on. Pride theme encouraged. Visit Craft Night for Adults | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Let’s Talk Waste: Life Hacks for Waste Prevention. ManyWorld, Taylor and 11th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. A casual discussion about home waste reduction. Come for the camaraderie and community with likeminded folks passionate about lightening their eco-footprint. Contact Christine.Dashiell@gmail.com for more info.
Astronomy on Tap Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Nanaimo Night Owls Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.
Planning Commission Meeting. Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Planning Commission Meeting | Benton County for more info.
Trivia Night at Common Fields. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. General Trivia, 6 team max. No cost to enter, fun prizes for winning team. Visit Common Fields| Calendar for more info.
Corvallis Community Band: Waltz, March, & Majesty with Evan Milburn. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Free. Visit Corvallis Community Band for more info.
Wednesday, June 17
Board of Commissioners and Shipley Board Room, Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Events | Benton County Board of Commissioners for more info.
Corvallis Farmers’ Market Kids Day. 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A relaxed midweek market featuring dozens of vendors. Samples, activities, produce and more aimed at kids. Visit Corvallis Wednesday Market for more info
Annual Corvallis Urban Creek Tour: Dixon Creek Middle Fork. Location provided upon registration. 10 am. Registration required. Walk along the headwaters of this urban creek in a surprisingly complex ecosystem in the midst of a residential neighborhood. Learn about the physical, ecological and cultural features of Dixon Creek while walking along a portion of the creek that has not been completely imprisoned by concrete and lawns. Contact deckert@willamettewatershed.com for more info.
CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.
Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.
Infant Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. 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. Visit Infant Storytime | CBCPL 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.
The Frimpong Case. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A mixed media installation to confront social and environmental issues caused by the massive amounts of textile waste produced by the western world. Specifically the work was created using shoes that would otherwise end up in West African landfills. Visit The Frimpong Case | The Arts Center for more info.
Women in Business: Carolyn Mayer. Hilton Garden Inn, 2500 SW Western Blvd, Corvallis. 12 pm. Cost: $30-$35/general. An open and engaging conversation with City Councilor Carolyn Mayers as she shares insights on city leadership, transparency, and community engagement. This interactive Women in Business Luncheon will focus on Q&A and discussion. Visit Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.
Wednesday Noon Book Club. Philomath Meeting Room, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 p.m. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library; please ask at the front desk. Visit Wednesday Noon Book Club | CBCPL 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. 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 | CBCPL for more info.
Suicide Bereavement Support Group. Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care, 720 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Please contact Carla Gabrielsen, Bereavement Coordinator at Lumina, if you are planning to attend or for more information. Visit Suicide Bereavement Support Group | Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care for more info.
Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. Visit Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force | City of Corvallis for more info.
Rhys Thomas: Science Circus. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. A blend of science, comedy, and circus arts for the whole family. Visit Rhys Thomas: Science Circus | CBCPL for more info.
Block 15 Summer Concert Series: Ludicrous Speed. Block 15 Southtown Tap Room, 3415 SW Deschutes Street, Corvallis. 6 pm. Live local bands, food specials, soft serve ice cream and more abound. Visit Summer Music Series | Block 15 Brewing for more info.
Corvallis Library Book Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, Board Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Books available for participants. Visit Corvallis Library Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Live Music. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Common Fields Corvallis for more info.
Nanaimo Night Owls Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.
Planning Commission. Virtual Meeting. 6:30 pm. Visit Planning Commission | City of Corvallis for more info.
Damon and the Steel West. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Pedal Steel Trio. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
The Wizard of Oz. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz and embark on a quest with three new friends to see the Wizard, who can return her to her home and fulfill the others’ wishes. Visit Wizard of Oz | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Comedy Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Thursday June 18
Corvallis Trashy Thursdays: On Water River Cleanup. Crystal Lake Boat Ramp, 100 SE Fischer Lane, Corvallis. 9 am. Get out onto the water with other volunteers to remove aquatic trash from our local river ecosystems. Visit Willamette Riverkeeper for more info.
CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.
Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.
Introduction to Objective Based Pruning. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Presented by Lyle Feilmeier with Bartlett Tree Experts, this is a repeat session covering the principles of pruning with clear objectives. Visit Classes & Events | Shonnard’s Nursery for more info.
Outdoor Storytime. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. Family storytime in Central Park every Tuesday and Thursday for the summer. Storytime will be held in library if inclement weather. Visit Outdoor Storytime | CBCPL for more info.
Rhys Thomas: Science Circus. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 am. A blend of science, comedy, and circus arts for the whole family. Visit Rhys Thomas: Science Circus | CBCPL for more info.
Terra Bella Farm Tours. Terra Bella Farm, 6959 NE Elliott Circle, Corvallis. 11:30 am. Cost: $15/general, $10/seniors and veterans, $5/children, 2 and under free. An entertaining and educational hour on an 11 acre boutique farm. Visit Terra Bella Farm for more info.
The Frimpong Case. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A mixed media installation to confront social and environmental issues caused by the massive amounts of textile waste produced by the western world. Specifically the work was created using shoes that would otherwise end up in West African landfills. Visit The Frimpong Case | The Arts Center for more info.
Special Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way Corvallis. 1 pm. Visit Board of Commissioners | Calendar for more info.
Top Ten Insects and the Plants They Affect. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis. 1 pm. Presented by Lyle Feilmeier with Bartlett Tree Experts, get an introduction to the most impactful insects and the plants or trees they target. Visit Classes & Events | Shonnard’s Nursery for more info.
Tween Mushroom Art. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1 pm. Open to 4th and 5th graders. Make adorable mushroom art with unconventional materials. All supplies and snacks provided. Visit Tween Mushroom Art | CBCPL for more info.
Alzheimer’s Association Corvallis Caregiver Support Group. Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care, 720 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Visit Alzheimer’s Association Corvallis Caregiver Support Group | Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care for more info.
Park Maintenance Facility Groundbreaking Ceremony. Avery Park, SW Side. 2 pm. A groundbreaking ceremony for the City of Corvallis Parks & Recreation Department’s new $35 million Park Maintenance Facility. Possible quorum of City Council. Visit Park Maintenance Facility Groundbreaking Ceremony | City of Corvallis for more info.
Teen Pride Party. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3:30 pm. Food, music, crafts, games, prizes, and more. All supplies and material provided. Visit Teen Pride Party | CBCPL 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.
Council Work Session. Madison Ave Meeting Room, 500 Madison Ave. 4 pm. Visit Council Work Session | City of Corvallis for more info.
Death Cafe. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street, Corvallis. 4 pm. A gathering to drink tea, enjoy snacks, and discuss death. Everyone has an opportunity to share ideas, opinions, and questions about death in a supportive and safe environment. Visit Death Cafe | Luminia Hospice for more info.
Business After Hours: Beehive Vintage Marketplace. BeeHive Vintage Marketplace, 121 NW 2nd St, Corvallis. 5 pm. Cost: $10 nonmembers, members free. A way to connect with fellow chamber members and also promote your business. Visit Calendar | Corvallis Chamber of Commerce for more info.
Radical Reads Book Club. The Book Bin, 215 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Visit Radical Reads Book Club Corvallis | The Book Bin for more info.
Nanaimo Night Owls Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.
School Board Meeting- Special. Corvallis School District, 1555 SW 35th St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit Calendar | Corvallis School District for more info.
Dennis Monroe Band. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Mickey and The Motorcars. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
Friday, June 19
CALYX Inc: A Herstory of Radical Resilience. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. A exploration of the founding and legacy of CALYX Journal, established in 1976 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, to champion women’s and nonbinary voices in literature and art. Drawing from original materials from the organization’s earliest years, the exhibit traces how CALYX grew from a radical local publication into an internationally respected literary institution. Visit CALYX, Inc.: A Herstory of Radical Resilience | Benton County Museums for more info.
Centuries of Celebration. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. From the grand spectacle of the 1876 Centennial to the patriotic fervor of the 1976 Bicentennial, this exhibit explores how Americans have commemorated the nation’s milestones. Featuring artifacts, memorabilia, and cultural symbols from both celebrations. Visit Centuries of Celebration | Benton County Museums for more info.
Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm. The culmination of this decade-long art and storytelling endeavor, Project 562 is a peerless, sweeping, and moving love letter to Indigenous Americans, containing hundreds of stunning portraits and compelling personal narratives of contemporary Native people—all photographed in clothing, poses, and locations of their choosing. Their narratives touch on personal and cultural identity as well as issues of media representation, sovereignty, faith, family, the protection of sacred sites, subsistence living, traditional knowledge-keeping, land stewardship, language preservation, advocacy, education, the arts, and more. Visit Project 562 | Benton County Museums for more info.
Refuge: Where Life Endures. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm. Over the last eighty years the names have changed, but the challenges are the same – and ever more urgent. How, now, shall we live? When words aren’t enough, how can we express our truths? How do we visualize our deepest yearnings? What does safety look like for each of us? These are the universal questions Corvallis Art Guild artists explore in this new collection. Visit Refuge: Where Life Endures | Benton County Museums for more info.
Urban Farm Program Farm Stand. Corner of 33rd St and Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 10 – 11:30 am. Produce grown right here by hardworking students. From fresh eggs laid by their own chickens to seasonal produce, the inventory rotates weekly based on what is ready for harvest. Visit CSD 509J | Facebook for more info.
Monroe Storytime. Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 am. Drop in Storytime for children and their caregivers. Visit Monroe Storytime | CBCPL for more info.
The Frimpong Case. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. A mixed media installation to confront social and environmental issues caused by the massive amounts of textile waste produced by the western world. Specifically the work was created using shoes that would otherwise end up in West African landfills. Visit The Frimpong Case | The Arts Center for more info.
Edmonton Riverhawks Vs. Corvallis Knights. Goss Stadium, 2201-2237 SW Washington Way, Corvallis. Gates open at 6, first pitch at 6:35 pm. Cost: $10-$20. Visit Corvallis Knights Schedule for more info.
Juneteenth Celebration. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Performances by PNW pop RnB sensation Molly Martinka and Stockton, California’s own THTBOITY. Visit Old World Center Events for more info.
Chintimini Chamber Music Festival Concert 1: Fantasy. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 SW West Hills Rd, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $30/ticket, children and students free. Featuring Traditional Nordic Suite from “Wood Works,” Joan Trimble Fantasy Trio, Kenji Bunch Slow Dance and Claude Debussy String Quartet, Op. 10. Visit Chintimini Chamber Music Festival for more info.
The Wiz. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. When Harlem schoolteacher Dorothy is miraculously whisked away to an urban fantasy land called Oz, she goes in search of the Wiz, a wizard who can help her get back to Manhattan, along with the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion. Visit The Wiz | Whiteside Theatre for more info.
Jazz Jam. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $5. Visit Bombs Away Cafe | Facebook for more info.
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