Monday, February 26
Game Day. Snell Hall/Mu East, Disabled Student Lounge Suite 150, Room 172, 2150 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Snacks are provided. Feel free to bring your favorite game from home or just play one of the numerous available in the lounge! Puzzles and art supplies are also available. Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/monday_is_game_day for more info.
Diversity Science Colloquia: Latinx LGBTQ People, Their Families, and Their Communities – Advancing Culturally Centered Intersectional Research. George W. Peavy Forest Science Center (PFSC), 129, 3100 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 4 p.m. Roberto L. Abreu (he/him/él) is an assistant professor of Counseling Psychology and the director of the Collective Healing and Empowering VoicEs through Research and Engagement (¡Chévere!) in the Department of Psychology at the University of Florida (UF). He is also an affiliate faculty in Center for Latin American Studies, and the Center for Gender, Sexualities and Women’s Studies Research at UF. Roberto’s externally funded research agenda explores ways in which marginalized communities resist systemic oppression and promote collective well-being. Specifically, Roberto’s work has made significant contributions in the areas of: (1) relational experiences and mental health outcomes among Latinx LGBTQ youth and their families and communities, (2) relational experiences and mental health outcomes among transgender and gender diverse (TGD) youth and their families and communities, and (3) LGBTQ adults’ experiences of discrimination, oppression, violence, support, and joy. With over 55 peer-reviewed papers, Roberto’s research has been published in multiple top-tier peer reviewed journals. He has co-edited two books, LGBTQ+ Affirmative Psychological Interventions: A Latinx Perspective and Affirming LGBTQ+ Students in Higher Education, and currently serves as Associate Editor for Psychology of Sexual Orientation of Gender Diversity; Journal of Prevention and Health Promotion (JPHP); and Qualitative Psychology (QP). Visit https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/diversity_science_colloquia_latinx_lgbtq_people_their_families_and_their_communities_advancing_culturally_centered_intersectional_research for more info.
Tuesday, February 27
Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-602-5829. Basement Board Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax help with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income. Tax Assistance is by appointment only. Appointment scheduling begins January 22 at 541-602-5829. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/tax-assistance-appointment-call-541-602-5829-18086 for more info.
Infant Storytime. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Infant Storytime occurs every Tuesday from 10:30 – 11:00 AM and is 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/infant-storytime-15586 for more info.
Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. This event takes place at the Monroe Community Library, 380 N. 5th St., in Monroe, OR. Children of all ages are welcome to drop by with their parent or caregiver for stories and songs. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at storytime! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/little-listeners-storytime-monroe-community-library-70 for more info.
Gearing up for Gardening. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Last Surprise! Janet Magedanz, Benton County Master Gardener. Come to the Corvallis-Benton County library and get free gardening tips from local experts. Join at 12:00, noon. Presentations are free and open to everyone. Garden Myths Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/gearing-gardening-15977 or https://www.facebook.com/events/390334996795865/?acontext=%7B%22event… for more info.
Board of Commissioners Meeting with City Managers. 1 p.m. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. Attend Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82095596482?pwd=ZaMybYlb5dmiIj7vxwDJOK2vyCevJW.1 Zoom Meeting ID: 820 9559 6482; Zoom Passcode: 672093. Listen By Phone: (253) 215-8782 Meeting ID: 820 9559 6482; Passcode: 672093. Visit https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/events/february-27-2024-board-of-commissioners-meeting-with-city-managers/ for more info.
Mobile Makerspace. Alsea Meeting Room, Alsea Public Library, 19192 Alsea Hwy, Alsea. 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Making slime to learn about chemistry and to stimulate your senses. At this Mobile Makerspace session, discover the five senses and how they inspire creativity and help become better observers. After that, get started on a few chemistry experiments. Make Elephant toothpaste as a group, and make some slime you can take home. Program sponsored by Mid-Valley STEM-CTE Hub. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/mobile-makerspace-16728 for more info.
Climate Action Advisory Board. 4:30 p.m. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. The Climate Action Advisory Board (CAAB) meeting will be held virtually and in-person at the Madison Avenue Meeting Room and virtually at 4:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend CAAB meetings. This meeting is being held both virtually and in-person. Those who would like to attend the meeting may do so using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cn6fwE9OSLuMEmvPCPZ2sQ. Provide Testimony: Community members who wish to offer verbal or written testimony via telephone or their computer are encouraged to preregister at city@corvallisoregon.gov by 12:00 pm on the day of the meeting. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/bc-caab/page/climate-action-advisory-board-39 for more info.
Family Craft Night (for all ages!). Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. All ages welcome! Make some crafts with the Library and The Arts Center on October 24, December 19, February 27, and April 23. All supplies will be provided. Coloring supplies will also be available. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/family-craft-night-all-ages-1 for more info.
Trivia Night. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. Max Team size is 6 people. Show up early to sign your team up for the chance to win fun prizes. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
Wednesday, February 28
Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-602-5829. Basement Board Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax help with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income. Tax Assistance is by appointment only. Appointment scheduling begins January 22 at 541-602-5829. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/tax-assistance-appointment-call-541-602-5829-18087 for more info.
Toddler Storytime. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Toddler storytime occurs every Wednesday from 10:30 – 11:00 AM and is for children 1-3 years 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-storytime-15700 for more info.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Meeting Room, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Children and families are invited to join our all-ages storytime at the Philomath Community Library. The library will share short stories, songs, and rhymes. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-storytime-17411 for more info.
C3 Book Club. C3 (Corvallis Community Center), 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. C3 book Club meets once per month on 4th Wednesdays and is a collaboration between Corvallis Parks and Recreation and the Corvallis Benton County Public Library. Registration is required at Corvallis Parks and Rec. Feb 28, 2024 Midnight Library – Matt Haig. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/c3-book-club-17075 for more info.
HOPE Executive Committee Meeting. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Join Virtually: Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 282 720 291 24; Passcode: RQDm9D. Join By Phone: Call in (audio only): +1 213-357-4434 Phone Conference ID: 184 507 116#. Visit https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/events/hope-executive-committee-meeting-february-28-2024/ for more info.
Leap Day Movie Night. Monroe Large Meeting Room, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. Come enjoy the movie Leap Year (PG, romantic comedy) in celebration of Leap Day! Snacks provided. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/leap-day-movie-night-18126 for more info.
Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force. 5 p.m. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. The Corvallis Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force Meeting will be held at 5:00 pm at the Madison Avenue Meeting Room and also virtually. This meeting is open to the community. To register to attend the meeting virtually via live webinar, please visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NtUtESsfSK6XnCDroI8ZVg. For additional information or to provide written public comments to the committee prior to the meeting, please contact David Gilbey. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/advisorygroups/page/corvallis-forest-stewardship-plan-update-task-force-5 for more info.
Live Music Wednesdays: Groovenheit 22. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields for the winter season and enjoy live music in their taproom. These live events are for all ages, have no cover, and will feature solo artists/small bands. A Singer-Songwriter Duo focused on original music. Guitars, keyboard, vocals, and hand percussion elemnts to create mellow moods. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
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