Tuesday, January 9
Benton County Board of Commissioners. 9 a.m. Attend in Person: 4500 SW Research Way 2nd Floor, Corvallis. Attend Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/92553978493?pwd=alB4bDh5c3JOY3JXWHhlTnpTSTkyQT09. Zoom Passcode: 770968; Zoom Meeting ID: 925 5397 8493. Attend Via Phone: Dial (253) 215-8782. Visit https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/events/january-9-2023-goal-setting-meeting/ 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-15579 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-63 for more info.
Gearing up for Gardening. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Free. The Good Guys and the Bad Guys – Native Plants and Invasives. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/gearing-gardening-15970 for more info.
Fiber by the Fireplace. Monroe Lobby, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Free. Adults welcome to spin, knit, crochet and learn! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-fireplace-8 for more info.
Teen Sketch Club. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Calling all teen artists! If you like to draw, paint, doodle, or collage, bring your favorite pencil and your creativity to Sketch Club! We will meet the second Tuesday of each month for an hour of studio time filled with new art challenges, contests, learning and practicing new techniques, and lots of fun. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-sketch-club-16899 for more info.
Yoga in the Gallery. The Art Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $5-15. Explore gentle yoga and enjoy a sense of community. Join the Art Center for an hour-long session in the beautiful Main Gallery. Sessions will be led by yoga instructor and volunteer, Miriam Edell. Bring your own mat*, blanket and/or block. NO Prior Experience Necessary. Visit https://theartscenter.net/yoga/ for more info.
Historic Resources Commission. 6:30 p.m. Observe Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fmn_iVDATYiKdFTRy-GawQ#/registration. Participate and provide written comment: https://forms.corvallisoregon.gov/Forms/MeetingRegistration. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/advisorygroups-hrc/page/historic-resources-commission-4 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.
OPEN AUDITIONS – Zazzie Sings! – A New ‘Meow’sical-Comedy. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Free. Auditions will be held in person at the Majestic Theatre. A headshot will be taken at auditions to be posted with the cast list. You may fill out an audition form at the auditions or ahead of time using the form here. Walk-ins welcome! From the creators of the Off-Broadway and international hit musical-comedy Disenchanted! (nominated in NYC by the Outer Critics Circle for ‘Outstanding Off-Broadway Musical’ and the Off-Broadway Alliance for ‘Best New Musical’), comes Zazzie Sings!, the new family ‘meow’sical about finding ones true voice. Zazzie is a jazzy cat who loves sing – and sing she does! She holds nightly concerts in the park that sell-out regularly. That’s until Rex the Rat, the town critic, shows up and releases a scathing review of Zazzie’s show designed to bully her into never singing again. Zazzie soon goes on a journey toward self-confidence and forgiveness with the help of her friends in this musical that celebrates finding ones unique voice in a world where only the loudest are usually heard. Features 11 new songs from the award-winning writing/ directing team of Dennis T. Giacino and Fiely Matias (who got their start here at the Majestic Theatre in Corvallis back in the 1990s). Visit https://www.majestic.org/post/open-auditions-zazzie-sings-a-new-meow-sical-comedy for more info.
Wednesday, January 10
Corvallis Wednesday Stitch & Sip. Market of Choice, 922 NW Circle Blvd., Ste 110, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Let’s start the new year with a new weekly gathering. All arts and crafts, all skill levels welcome. Every Wednesday from 10-12 at Market of Choice, upstairs. If you’re a beginner and don’t have supplies, let the event organizer know, they can bring supplies to loan or help you find what you need. They buy thrifted needles and sale yarn to keep available but don’t always have it with them without a heads up. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1925041331285203/1925041354618534/?active_tab=about 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. We will share short stories, songs, and rhymes. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-storytime-17404 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-15693 for more info.
Squishtivities. Philomath Meeting Room, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Squishtivities by Strengthening Rural Families welcomes children and their families. Squishtivities is 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/squishtivities-17466 for more info.
Random Review. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Check out the entire 2023-2024 season here: https://cbcpubliclibrary.net/random-review/. What is Random Review? Random Review is a deep exploration of a selected book by a reviewer with expertise on the topic or theme of that book. Sometimes reviewers cover a classic, series, genre, or author, but usually they cover a specific title. Whether you have read the selection or not, you will love Random Review! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/random-review-64 for more info.
OBOB Club – Grades 3-5 Division. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Discuss OBOB books from the Grades 3-5 Division. Enter to win OBOB books as door prizes! Books are available to check out at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library and at most school libraries. January OBOB Club books to be discussed: From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg, The List of Things that Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead, Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas, & Ways to Make Sunshine by Renée Watson. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/obob-club-grades-3-5-division-2 for more info.
HOPE Executive Committee Meeting – (#1). 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Attend Virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZGQ3Yz… Meeting ID: 219 218 374 173; Passcode: obuQQ9. Join by Phone: +1 412-664-5196 Phone Conference ID: 752 687 786#. Visit https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/events/hope-executive-committee-meeting-january-2024/ for more info.
Live Music Wednesdays: Rita and Bill! 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. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
Bush Pilots. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Bush Pilots will be live at Old World Deli from 7 – 10 p.m.! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Craft Night for Adults (Monroe). Monroe Large Meeting Room, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. Join for a night of crafting, coffee, snacks and conversation! Once a quarter, we will supply a craft to try out or you can bring your own project to work on. Crafts are designed for ages 16 and older; anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This event takes place at the Monroe Community Library. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/craft-night-adults-monroe-3 for more info.
Flight Night @ The Biere Library in Corvallis. The Bière Library, 151 NW Monrow Ave. Suite 102, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. It’s flight night over at The Biere Library in Corvallis, Oregon. Come stop by from 5-8pm for featured Salt Creek Ciders, delicious food, and merch giveaways. It’s going to be a fun night you won’t want to miss. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1049506022971615/ for more info.
CALLBACKS – Zazzie Sings! – A New ‘Meow’sical-Comedy. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Free. Auditions will be held in person at the Majestic Theatre. A headshot will be taken at auditions to be posted with the cast list. You may fill out an audition form at the auditions or ahead of time using the form here. From the creators of the Off-Broadway and international hit musical-comedy Disenchanted! (nominated in NYC by the Outer Critics Circle for ‘Outstanding Off-Broadway Musical’ and the Off-Broadway Alliance for ‘Best New Musical’), comes Zazzie Sings!, the new family ‘meow’sical about finding ones true voice. Zazzie is a jazzy cat who loves sing – and sing she does! She holds nightly concerts in the park that sell-out regularly. That’s until Rex the Rat, the town critic, shows up and releases a scathing review of Zazzie’s show designed to bully her into never singing again. Zazzie soon goes on a journey toward self-confidence and forgiveness with the help of her friends in this musical that celebrates finding ones unique voice in a world where only the loudest are usually heard. Features 11 new songs from the award-winning writing/ directing team of Dennis T. Giacino and Fiely Matias (who got their start here at the Majestic Theatre in Corvallis back in the 1990s). Visit https://www.majestic.org/post/open-auditions-zazzie-sings-a-new-meow-sical-comedy for more info.
Thursday, January 11
Preschool Storytime. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Preschool storytime is for children 3-5 years old and happens every Thursday from 10:30-11:00 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. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-15783 for more info.
Monroe Baby Storytime. Monroe Children’s Area, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 – 11 a.m. Free. Baby Story Time for birth to 24 months at the Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th Street in Monroe, OR. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/monroe-baby-storytime for more info.
Housing Operational Committee. 11 a.m. Community Members May Attend: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6304880484643913559. Offer Written/Verbal Testimony: housing@corvallisoregon.gov. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/advisorygroups-hcdab/page/housing-operational-committee-0 For more info.
CDBG and HOME Informational Class. 4 p.m. Attend in Person: Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Register and Attend Virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqf-qtpzIrGdV4hLa-EvxyXY1XCRgb1_-K. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/cd/page/cdbg-and-home-informational-class for more info.
School Board Business Meeting. 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Attend in Person: Lincoln Elementary School, 110 SE Alexander Ave, Corvallis. Visit https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?eid=NWttMXFlcmIwdXByOGQ5Ym03dXByMWNtMzUgY29ydmFsbGlzLmsxMi5vci51c18zNTMyMzQzNzM5MzEzMDMzMzIzNzM0QHJlc291cmNlLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20&ctz=America/Los_Angeles&ctz=America/Los_Angeles for more info.
Beginning Lidy Hop. Corvallis Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St. Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. $40 – $45. This 4-week lesson series will cover basic 6 and 8-count footwork, rhythm, partner connection, turns and more. The goal is to get you comfortable and having fun on the dance floor. This series are for all ages, individuals and partners welcome. Willingness to rotate partners and dance with different people in class is required. Please wear comfortable, non-marking shoes with minimal traction. Street shoes are not allowed. The series is $40 in advance or $45 at the door. If you would like to sign up complete the survey “Step One,” and pay for the class “Step Two.” Visit https://www.corvallisswing.com/lessons & https://www.facebook.com/events/924633742572885/924633752572884/?active_tab=about for more info.Friday, January 12
HOPE Executive Committee Meeting – (#2). 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Attend Virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2RmYWY… Meeting ID: 278 893 375 984; Passcode: im3Z7b. Join by phone: Call in (audio only): +1 213-357-4434; Phone Conference ID: 712 873 918#. Visit https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/events/hope-executive-committee-meeting-january-12-2024/ for more info.
Cantrip. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $20 – $25. The name Cantrip is an Old Scots word meaning a charm, magic spell or piece of mischief and it aptly describes the unexpected twists and turns in their musical arrangements, likewise the compelling potency of their musicianship. Swirling border pipes, raging fiddle, thunderous guitar and three rich voices blend to create a sound energetic enough to tear the roof off. Echoes can be heard of trad music from the 1960s and 70s, but the years have slowly infested their music with the sounds of funk, metal, bluegrass, swing, and even klezmer. After 20 years of touring, Cantrip has found a character like no other. Dan Houghton, Jon Bews, Alasdair White and Eric McDonald stir the elements in a witches’ cauldron, slowly coalescing into chaotic order. Rated: G. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=214528 for more info.
Film Presentation: Surviving Sex Trafficking. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. IHN CCO and the Linn/Benton Anti-Trafficking Coalition presents: Surviving Sex Trafficking: a documentary and collection of real-life interviews with survivors from around the world who were subjected to sexual assault. Explore how they escaped, continue to survive, and how the trauma has impacted them long-term. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org/#calendar-5d97f094-c9f1-4f4e-978b-f6354303c339-event-lqgxo8fg for more info.
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