Thursday, February 23
Preschool Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. Free. 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-21 for more info.
Baby Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Community Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 11 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Free. Baby Story Time for birth to 24 months at the Monroe Community Library. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/baby-storytime-monroe-community-library-39 for more info.
Michelle Dedman. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields on Wednesday and Thursday evenings for dinner and enjoy live music while you eat! Concerts are 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. All of the concerts are family friendly. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/live-music.html for more info.
School Board Special Meeting. 6:30 p.m. Free. Lincoln Elementary School, 110 SE Alexander Ave., Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. All school board meetings, work sessions, and retreats are open to the public, but executive sessions are not open to the public. Times and locations are subject to change. Extra meetings are sometimes scheduled and types of meetings sometimes change. Current meeting announcements and agendas are posted on this website and official notice is posted at the school district administrative offices. The agenda can be found at: https://www.csd509j.net/about-us/school-board/school-board-meetings. Visit https://www.csd509j.net/calendar for more info.
Cinderella: The Broadway Version. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $8-$15. The Broadway adaptation of the classic musical features new characters, a hilarious libretto, surprising twists, and an unforgettable score from Rodgers & Hammerstein. Visit https://csdtheaters.com for more info.
Metalachi. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $20-$25. The Whiteside Theatre presents Metalachi. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Sarah Saul’s Jazz Jam. Old World Center, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join the Old-World Deli for live music, discussions, performances, and more on their brand new stage. Learn more at www.OldWorldCenter.com.
Friday, February 24
Roe. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. $14-$16 7 p.m. Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that legalized abortion, is still fiercely debated over forty years later. In this incisive play, acclaimed writer Lisa Loomer cuts through the headlines and rhetoric to reveal the divergent personal journeys of lawyer Sarah Weddington and plaintiff Norma McCorvey (“Jane Roe”) in the years following the fateful decision. In turns shocking, humorous, and poignant, Roe reflects the polarization in America today while illuminating the heart and passion each side has for its cause. Visit https://www.majestic.org for more info.
Terry Robb with Adam Scramstad. Old World Center, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join the Old-World Deli for live music, discussions, performances, and more on their brand new stage. Learn more at www.OldWorldCenter.com.
Cinderella: The Broadway Version. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $8-$15. The Broadway adaptation of the classic musical features new characters, a hilarious libretto, surprising twists, and an unforgettable score from Rodgers & Hammerstein. Visit https://csdtheaters.com for more info.
Garcia Birthday Band. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 8 p.m. $15-$20. The Whiteside Theatre presents the Garcia Birthday Band. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Learn more and get tickets at www.WhitesideTheatre.org. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Saturday, February 25
2023 Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. The Corvallis Indoor Winter Market is one of western Oregon’s oldest weekly indoor winter markets. The market offers a broad variety of fine quality crafted items from artist drawings to handcrafted jewelry. The food selections are also outstanding! From organically grown vegetables and fruits to artisan baked breads, this weekly market offers a broad selection. Market hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday in Guerber Hall at the Benton County Fairgrounds, January 14 through April 8, 2022. Visit https://corvalliswintermarket.wordpress.com for more info.
Saturday Stories. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. Free. 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/saturday-stories-15 for more info.
Cinderella: The Broadway Version. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan, Corvallis. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. $8-$15. The Broadway adaptation of the classic musical features new characters, a hilarious libretto, surprising twists, and an unforgettable score from Rodgers & Hammerstein. Visit https://csdtheaters.com for more info.
Magical Musical Improvs. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. Free. Enjoy an afternoon of music that is uplifting, entertaining and inspiring. Beth Green and the Healing Arts Band presents Magical Musical Improvs, a program featuring James Maynard on vocals and Beth Green on keys. Beth will be performing on her magical keyboard, which makes her into a one-woman band. And James will be singing with his smooth, soothing bass-baritone voice. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/magical-musical-improvs for more info.
Majestic Readers’ Theatre: Dial M for Murder. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. $13-$15. 3 p.m. Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and new plans to murder her for the same reason. He arranged the perfect murder. He blackmails a scoundrel he used to know into strangling her for a few thousand pounds. And arranged a brilliant alibi for himself. Unfortunately… The murderer gets murdered and the victim survives. But this doesn’t baffle the husband: he sees his hireling’s death as an opportunity to have his wife convicted for the murder of the man who tried to murder her. Visit https://www.majestic.org for more info.
Roe. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. $10 suggested donation. 3 p.m. Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that legalized abortion, is still fiercely debated over forty years later. In this incisive play, acclaimed writer Lisa Loomer cuts through the headlines and rhetoric to reveal the divergent personal journeys of lawyer Sarah Weddington and plaintiff Norma McCorvey (“Jane Roe”) in the years following the fateful decision. In turns shocking, humorous, and poignant, Roe reflects the polarization in America today while illuminating the heart and passion each side has for its cause. Visit https://www.majestic.org for more info.
Roadless Travelers. Old World Center, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join the Old-World Deli for live music, discussions, performances, and more on their brand-new stage. Learn more at www.OldWorldCenter.com.
Really Really Free Market Benefit Show. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $15-$20. The Whiteside Theatre presents the Really Really Free Market Benefit Show, featuring Quinn Gatsby, Skelton Boy, Nothing Ever Happens, Glide Divine, and Ant Jello. This is an all-ages show and substance-free. There’s a $10 suggested donation, and masks and vaccination cards are required for entry. There will be a Free Market with free clothes, ‘zines, and more available, as well as concessions for sale at the front. Learn more and get tickets at www.WhitesideTheatre.org. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
CYSA Classical Cabaret: A Night at the Movies. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 7:30pm Concert ; 8:30-10:30pm Afterparty. $15-$35. Join the Corvallis Youth Symphony Association for their annual gala event, Classical Cabaret. It’ll be a “Night at the Movies” held at Ashbrook Independent School. The Corvallis Youth Symphony will perform a movie-themed pops concert at 7:30 p.m., followed by an afterparty featuring a live swing band, dancing, appetizers and desserts, and a photobooth. Tickets are $15-$35. Visit https://www.cysassoc.org/tickets.html for more info.
Sunday, February 26
Cinderella: The Broadway Version. CSD Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan, Corvallis. 2 p.m. $8-$15. The Broadway adaptation of the classic musical features new characters, a hilarious libretto, surprising twists, and an unforgettable score from Rodgers & Hammerstein. Visit https://csdtheaters.com for more info.
Corvallis-OSU Piano International Presents the Steinway Piano Series. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 4 p.m. $25-$28. The Steinway Piano Series showcases some of the world’s most exciting pianists on three memorable Sunday afternoons. Corvallis-OSU Piano International invites you to share in a passion for the piano and its life-affirming repertoire as presented by these great artists. Visit https://corvallispiano.org for more info.
Majestic Readers’ Theatre: Dial M for Murder. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. $13-$15. 7 p.m. Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and new plans to murder her for the same reason. He arranged the perfect murder. He blackmails a scoundrel he used to know into strangling her for a few thousand pounds. And arranged a brilliant alibi for himself. Unfortunately… The murderer gets murdered and the victim survives. But this doesn’t baffle the husband: he sees his hireling’s death as an opportunity to have his wife convicted for the murder of the man who tried to murder her. Visit https://www.majestic.org for more info.
Roe. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. $10 suggested donation. 7 p.m. Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that legalized abortion, is still fiercely debated over forty years later. In this incisive play, acclaimed writer Lisa Loomer cuts through the headlines and rhetoric to reveal the divergent personal journeys of lawyer Sarah Weddington and plaintiff Norma McCorvey (“Jane Roe”) in the years following the fateful decision. In turns shocking, humorous, and poignant, Roe reflects the polarization in America today while illuminating the heart and passion each side has for its cause. Visit https://www.majestic.org for more info.
Monday, February 27
Live & Learn with your Preschooler (Scio). Scio Preschool, 38743 NE Ash St., Scio. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30-12:00, Online Parent Seminars Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 pm. A preschool cooperative for families and their 3-, 4- and 5 -year olds. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by the first day of the Fall Term of the current school year to enroll. Kindergarten-eligible children are not eligible for enrollment. Three mornings a week the instructor leads activities including books, songs, demonstrations, and sharing/interaction with other children during the preschool lab. Parents/guardians take turns assisting the instructor during lab time. Preschool activities foster children’s growth, development, and school readiness. In addition to the lab time, parents/guardians attend evening parenting education sessions with opportunities to reflect and share with other parents. Parents/guardians expand their knowledge of parenting and practice guidance and communication techniques. This program works to align with best practices including the Oregon Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines. Seminar: Remote via Zoom plus additional readings and assignments for a total of 15 hours. For more information email 7or call 541-917-4907. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-scio/2023-01-09 for more info.
Live & Learn with your Preschooler (Albany). Lafayette Elementary School, 3122 Madison Street SE, Albany. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00-11:30 Starts January 9th. Cooperative Preschool Online Dates Parent Seminar: Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 pm. A preschool cooperative for families and their 3-, 4- and 5 -year olds. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by the first day of the Fall Term of the current school year to enroll. Kindergarten-eligible children are not eligible for enrollment. Three mornings a week the instructor leads activities including books, songs, demonstrations, and sharing/interaction with other children during the preschool lab. Parents/guardians take turns assisting the instructor during lab time. Preschool activities foster children’s growth, development, and school readiness. In addition to the lab time, parents/guardians attend evening parenting education sessions with opportunities to reflect and share with other parents. Parents/guardians expand their knowledge of parenting and practice guidance and communication techniques. This program works to align with best practices including the Oregon Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines. Seminar: Remote via Zoom plus additional readings and assignments for a total of 15 hours. For more information email connect@linnbenton.edu or call 541-917-4907. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-albany/2023-01-09 for more info.
Live & Learn with your Preschooler (Corvallis). Benton Center, 757 Polk Ave., Corvallis. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00-11:30 am, Starts January 9, Corvallis Benton Center. Online Parent Seminars Mondays 8-9 pm. A preschool cooperative for families and their 3-, 4- and 5 -year olds. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by the first day of the Fall Term of the current school year to enroll. Kindergarten-eligible children are not eligible for enrollment. Three mornings a week the instructor leads activities including books, songs, demonstrations, and sharing/interaction with other children during the preschool lab. Parents/guardians take turns assisting the instructor during lab time. Preschool activities foster children’s growth, development, and school readiness. In addition to the lab time, parents/guardians attend evening parenting education sessions with opportunities to reflect and share with other parents. Parents/guardians expand their knowledge of parenting and practice guidance and communication techniques. This program works to align with best practices including the Oregon Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines. Seminar: Remote via Zoom plus additional readings and assignments for a total of 15 hours. For more information email connect@linnbenton.edu or call 541-917-4907. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-corvallis/2023-01-09/ for more info.
Tuesday, February 28
Infant Storytime. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. 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-23 for more info.
Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, 380 N 5th St., Monroe, OR. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. his 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-21 for more info.
Gearing Up for Gardening. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12:00 p.m. Free. Gearing Up for Gardening is a lecture series sponsored by the Benton County Master Gardener Association that meets at 12 p.m. at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library in January and February. These lectures are free and open to the public. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/gearing-gardening-6 for more info.
Solar System Ambassador Program: STARS! Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 3:30 p.m. Free. learn about the stars through stories, activities and crafts. We will dive into the lifecycle of a star and create our own constellations! Recommended for children ages 5-12 and their families. https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/solar-system-ambassador-program-stars for more info.
Wednesday, March 1
Live & Learn with your Preschooler (Albany). Lafayette Elementary School, 3122 Madison Street SE, Albany. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00-11:30 Starts January 9th. Cooperative Preschool Online Dates Parent Seminar: Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 pm. A preschool cooperative for families and their 3-, 4- and 5 -year olds. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by the first day of the Fall Term of the current school year to enroll. Kindergarten-eligible children are not eligible for enrollment. Three mornings a week the instructor leads activities including books, songs, demonstrations, and sharing/interaction with other children during the preschool lab. Parents/guardians take turns assisting the instructor during lab time. Preschool activities foster children’s growth, development, and school readiness. In addition to the lab time, parents/guardians attend evening parenting education sessions with opportunities to reflect and share with other parents. Parents/guardians expand their knowledge of parenting and practice guidance and communication techniques. This program works to align with best practices including the Oregon Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines. Seminar: Remote via Zoom plus additional readings and assignments for a total of 15 hours. For more information email connect@linnbenton.edu or call 541-917-4907. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-albany/2023-01-09 for more info.
Live & Learn with your Preschooler (Corvallis). Benton Center, 757 Polk Ave., Corvallis. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00-11:30 am, Starts January 9, Corvallis Benton Center. Online Parent Seminars Mondays 8-9 pm. A preschool cooperative for families and their 3-, 4- and 5 -year olds. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by the first day of the Fall Term of the current school year to enroll. Kindergarten-eligible children are not eligible for enrollment. Three mornings a week the instructor leads activities including books, songs, demonstrations, and sharing/interaction with other children during the preschool lab. Parents/guardians take turns assisting the instructor during lab time. Preschool activities foster children’s growth, development, and school readiness. In addition to the lab time, parents/guardians attend evening parenting education sessions with opportunities to reflect and share with other parents. Parents/guardians expand their knowledge of parenting and practice guidance and communication techniques. This program works to align with best practices including the Oregon Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines. Seminar: Remote via Zoom plus additional readings and assignments for a total of 15 hours. For more information email connect@linnbenton.edu or call 541-917-4907Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-corvallis/2023-01-09/ for more info.
*Cancelled*Employment Help. 2nd Floor Classroom, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. Free. Job-seekers and anyone with career and employment questions are invited to drop in to meet with an Employment Specialist from Worksource Oregon. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/employment-help-14 for more info.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10:30 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. https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-storytime-42 for more info.
Toddler Storytime. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis, OR. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. 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-21 for more info.
Live Music at Common Fields. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields on Wednesday and Thursday evenings for dinner and enjoy live music while you eat! Concerts are 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. All of the concerts are family friendly. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/live-music.html for more info.
Oregon State Science Pub. Old World Center, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Demographic disparities in financial literacy topic of Oregon State Science Pub talk March 1. Financial literacy and how an Oregon State University center seeks to reduce disparities among demographic groups on the topic will be the focus of OSU’s Science Pub event at 6 p.m. March 1. The free event, which can be attended in person at the Old World Deli in Corvallis or viewed online, will feature a presentation by Prem Mathew, associate dean for undergraduate student development at Oregon State’s College of Business. The presentation is titled “CAFE. Stop by and have a hot cup of financial well-being.” Registration is required to attend Science Pub in person or to view it online. Sponsors of Science Pub include the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Old World Deli, Oregon State’s Research Office and Oregon State University. Visit https://today.oregonstate.edu/news/demographic-disparities-financial-literacy-topic-oregon-state-science-pub-talk-march-1 for more info.
Ghostbusters 2016. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $6 in advance, $8 at the door. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Thursday, March 2
Preschool Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. Free. 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-22 for more info.
Baby Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Community Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 11 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Free. Baby Story Time for birth to 24 months at the Monroe Community Library. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/baby-storytime-monroe-community-library-40 for more info.
Winter Wildlife Field Days 2023. Lilly Park, SE Lilly Ave. & SE Bethel St., Corvallis. 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Free. Join in at any of the Field Stations that will pop up in local parks and community spaces throughout the month of March and throughout the mid-Willamette Valley. Find one near you! Free! Drop by anytime and stay for as little or as long as you like. Visit https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days for more info.
Jordan Tomczyk. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Free. Join Common Fields on Wednesday and Thursday evenings for dinner and enjoy live music while you eat! Concerts are 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. All of the concerts are family friendly. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/live-music.html for more info.
The HillBenders present: WhoGrass. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $20-$30. Formed in April of 2008, and still touring with the original lineup, the HillBenders took performing arts venues, festivals and clubs all over the US by storm in 2015 with their critically-acclaimed “Tommy: A Bluegrass Opry.” They followed up the Tommy tour with a year of successful dates joining Keller Williams for “PettyGrass” (featuring Tom Petty hits). The HillBenders continue their firmly established presence as one of the most energetic and engaging progressive acoustic bands with their hit-laden “WhoGrass” show, as well as outstanding original music from their fourth studio album, appropriately and eponymously titled “The HillBenders.” Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org for more info.
Dennis Monroe’s Funked Up Blues Jam. Old World Center, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Join the Old-World Deli for live music, discussions, performances, and more on their brand new stage. Learn more at www.OldWorldCenter.com.
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