Events Calendar, January 20 to January 27

Our Corvallis events calendar is back! Live music, stage, lectures, athletics, government meetings, political debates, protests, marches… the list could go on, but you get the idea, if it’s happening in Corvallis, it’s here. With our calendar’s return after a two year absence, it’s starting to feel like things are finally getting back to normal – phew.

Have an upcoming event, or need to update info for an event…? Let us know: [email protected].

Event organizers may make changes without notice to us.  

Friday, January 20

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 [email protected] or 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or call 541-917-4907Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-corvallis/2023-01-09/ for more info.

Teen Takeover: Winter Party. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. Free. Teens in grades 6-12 take over the library after it closes on the 3rd Friday of the month. Snacks and materials provided. In January, teens can watch Frozen (PG) while making wintry crafts and enjoying a hot cocoa, chai, and other cozy snacks. Snacks and art supplies provided. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-takeover-winter-party for more info.

Pocket Lint. 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. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com for more info.

The Wolves. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $14-$16. Pulitzer Prize finalist The Wolves is the debut play of up-and-coming playwright Sarah DeLappe, featuring an all-woman cast (comprised of nine adolescents and one briefly-seen adult).From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the Wolves, a 9-member girls’ soccer team, navigate big questions and wage personal battles with their warrior determination and strength. As they warm-up for each game, we see their personalities, connections, conflicts, love, grief, and power that makes them the Wolves. Content Warning: This production features strong language, mature themes and adult language including characters in honest discussions about sex, politics, abortion, eating disorders and death. This play may not be suitable for all audiences. Rated: PG – 13.Learn more and buy tickets at Majestic.org.

Saturday, January 21

2023 Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 9 a.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.

Government Comment Corner – Mayor Maughan. 10 a.m. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Mayor Charles Maughan will host Government Comment Corner in the lobby of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please stop by to say hello and ask your questions about local government. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/mc/page/government-comment-corner-mayor-maughan for more info.

Carnival of the Animals– Corvallis OSU Piano International. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 11:00 a.m. Free. This free family concert features a piano duet performance of The Carnival of the Animals, the ever-popular zoological fantasy by Camille Saint-Saëns. The piece is a musical celebration of fourteen animals in short characterful pieces, introduced with entertaining poetry and colorful props. The music and narration will be performed by pianists Michael Gu, Rachelle McCabe, and others. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/carnival-animals-corvallis-osu-piano-international for more info.

LEGO Block Party. Monroe Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 12 p.m. Come build with fellow LEGO fans! Bricks provided. Feel free to bring your own, too. Grades K-5. Drop in. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/lego-block-party-2 for more info.

Games Day. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 1:00 p.m. Free. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library and over a thousand libraries around the world in celebrating International Games Month @ Your Library beginning on Saturday, November 19th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Main Meeting Room and continuing monthly on the 3rd Saturday of the month through April (Nov. 19, Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 18, and Apr. 25). A wide variety of board games, card games, and video games for all ages will be free to play on a first-come, first-served basis. Examples of games that will be available include classic favorites such as Candyland, Chutes & Ladders, Monopoly, Scrabble, Chess, and Checkers; new standards such as Settlers of Catan, Forbidden Island, Apples to Apples, and Pandemic; and various video games for consoles such as Nintendo Switch. Attendees may drop in at any time during the event to try new games, play old favorites, or simply watch all of the fun. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/carnival-animals-corvallis-osu-piano-international for more info.

Tyee Wine Cellars 29th Annual Crab and Vintage Wine Dinner. Tyee Wine Cellars, 26335 Greenberry Road, Corvallis. 1 p.m. $360. For the third consecutive year Tyee is offering their Annual Crab and Vintage Wine Dinner as take-out so that you may have a safe and romantic dinner for two at home or shared with special friends. Visit https://www.tyeewine.com/event-details/tyee-wine-cellars-29th-annual-crab-and-vintage-wine-dinnerfor more info.

The Arts Center’s 60th Birthday Party. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 1 p.m. The Arts Center is turning 60! Celebrate the Arts Center’s past six decades and the organization’s next 60 years with music, drag queens, a themed photobooth, arts and crafts, prizes and, of course, cake. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/5781485505297846 for more info.

Second Avenue Jazz. 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. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com for more info.

The Wolves. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $14-$16. Pulitzer Prize finalist The Wolves is the debut play of up-and-coming playwright Sarah DeLappe, featuring an all-woman cast (comprised of nine adolescents and one briefly-seen adult).From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the Wolves, a 9-member girls’ soccer team, navigate big questions and wage personal battles with their warrior determination and strength. As they warm-up for each game, we see their personalities, connections, conflicts, love, grief, and power that makes them the Wolves. Content Warning: This production features strong language, mature themes and adult language including characters in honest discussions about sex, politics, abortion, eating disorders and death. This play may not be suitable for all audiences. Rated: PG – 13.Learn more and buy tickets at Majestic.org.

Sunday, January 22

The Wolves. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 2:30 p.m. $14-$16. Pulitzer Prize finalist The Wolves is the debut play of up-and-coming playwright Sarah DeLappe, featuring an all-woman cast (comprised of nine adolescents and one briefly-seen adult).From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the Wolves, a 9-member girls’ soccer team, navigate big questions and wage personal battles with their warrior determination and strength. As they warm-up for each game, we see their personalities, connections, conflicts, love, grief, and power that makes them the Wolves. Content Warning: This production features strong language, mature themes and adult language including characters in honest discussions about sex, politics, abortion, eating disorders and death. This play may not be suitable for all audiences. Rated: PG – 13.Learn more and buy tickets at Majestic.org.

OSU Reading Series. 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. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com for more info.

Monday, January 23

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 [email protected] or 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or call 541-917-4907. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-corvallis/2023-01-09/ for more info.

Know Your City: Accessing and Engaging with City Resources. 7 p.m. The League of Women Voters of Corvallis, in partnership with the City of Corvallis, is sponsoring an informational session at 7 p.m. January 23 focusing on how to access and engage with City resources. The session will take place at C3 – Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave. The session will also be available on Zoom for virtual attendance. More information is available online at https://lwv.corvallis.or.us/event/how-to-engage-with-the-city/. Public Information Officer Patrick Rollens will discuss how to find information on the City website and how to engage with the Council on agenda topics. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/cm/page/know-your-city-accessing-and-engaging-city-resources for more info.

Tuesday, January 24

Benton County Board of Commissioners Information-sharing Meeting. 9 a.m. Attend in Person: Board of Commissioners Office, Kalapuya Holmes & Shipley Public Meeting Rooms, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR 97333. Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87921061782?pwd=MEUvNEh1dDhVT3RCNzBYYzNpOUFLQT… ID: 879 2106 1782; Passcode: 806863, By Phone: 1(253) 215-8782; Meeting ID: 879 2106 1782; Passcode: 806863, Facebook Live streaming: https://facebook.com/BentonCoGov. Visit https://www.co.benton.or.us/boc/page/benton-county-board-commissioners-information-sharing-meeting for more info.

Live & Learn with your Wobbler (Albany). Albany Main Library, 2450 14th Ave., Albany. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $25. Starts January 10th, Cost: $25 or *Free for those who qualify. *Parenting Education Tuition Grant Application available. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-wobbler-albany/2023-01-17 for more info.

Nurturing Prenatal Families (Lincoln City). Family Promise, 5030 SE Hwy 101, Lincoln City. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Tuesdays, January 3rd-February 28, 2023. Without a doubt, parenting your baby with nurturing at the prenatal time of development is one of the most important actions you can do to increase the changes that your baby will grow in body, mind, and character. Families will develop positive prenatal parenting skills by learning to take good care of self, promote growth of empathy, and building a safe, healthy and caring home environment. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/nurturing-prenatal-families-lincoln-city/2023-01-17 for more info.

* Cancelled* 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-16 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-16 for more info.

Digital Life: Introduction to Google Drive & Google Docs. Corvallis Benton County Library, 2nd Floor Classroom, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. Learn how to store, save, and create files using Google Drive and Google Docs. Attendees are encouraged to create a Google account before the class and/or bring their Google account info with them. Laptops will be provided or attendees may bring their own device. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/digital-life-introduction-google-drive-google-docs for more info.

Wednesday, January 25

BOC Meeting w/ County Counsel & Executive Session. 9 a.m. Attend in Person: Board of Commissioners Office, Kalapuya Holmes & Shipley Public Meeting Rooms, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR 97333. Visit https://www.co.benton.or.us/boc/page/boc-meeting-w-county-counsel-executive-session for more info.

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 [email protected] or 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or call 541-917-4907Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-corvallis/2023-01-09/ for more info.

Employment Help. Corvallis Benton County Library, 2nd Floor Classroom, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. Learn how to store, save, and create files using Google Drive and Google Docs. Attendees are encouraged to create a Google account before the class and/or bring their Google account info with them. Laptops will be provided or attendees may bring their own device. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/digital-life-introduction-google-drive-google-docs for more info.

* Cancelled* 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-15 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. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-storytime-38 for more info.

HOPE Advisory Board. 4 p.m. The HOPE Advisory Board meets virtually on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 4-6pm. The meeting is open to the public and can be accessed through the virtual link or phone number provided below. The meeting agenda will be posted here and on the HOPE webpage one week prior to the meeting. Visit https://www.co.benton.or.us/health/page/hope-advisory-board-1 for more info.

OBOB Trivia. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis, OR. 4 p.m. Test your OBOB knowledge – OBOB Trivia for the 3rd to 5th Grade Division! OBOB books will be given away as door prizes. For more information, contact Youth Services at 541-766-6794. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/obob-trivia for more info.

Social Services Council Policy Task Force. 4:30 p.m. The Social Services Council Policy Task Force meeting will be held in-person at the Corvallis Community Center and virtually through the link below at 4:30 p.m. Community members who would like to attend the meeting virtually may do so using this link:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6898658538158209883. Learn more about the task force here: https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/bc-sscptf. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/bc-sscptf/page/social-services-council-policy-task-force-9 for more info.

Rock Creek Watershed Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force. 5 p.m. The Rock Creek Watershed Forest Stewardship Plan Update Task Force Meeting will be held January 25th 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://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2079525461457045848. 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/publicworks/page/rock-creek-watershed-forest-stewardship-plan-update-task-force-0 for more info.

Taxing Jurisdiction Meeting. 5:30 p.m. Attend in Person: Board of Commissioners Office, Kalapuya Holmes & Shipley Public Meeting Rooms, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR 97333. Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81468186556?pwd=SlhiQ0wvaHpmUFN5ZUdpWjJhalFGQT09; Meeting ID: 814 6818 6556; Passcode: 612114. Visit https://www.co.benton.or.us/boc/page/taxing-jurisdiction-meeting for more info.

John Isenhart. 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.

Thursday, January 26

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-17 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-35 for more info.

Community Involvement and Diversity Advisory Board. 4 p.m. Free. The Community Involvement and Diversity Advisory Board (CIDAB) will meet virtually at 4:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend CAAB meetings. Community members who would like to attend the meeting may do so using this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6588275201510417496. Community members who wish to offer written or verbal testimony via telephone or their computer are encouraged to preregister with Patrick W. Rollens, [email protected] or call 541-766-6368. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/bc-cidab/page/community-involvement-and-diversity-advisory-board-18 for more info.

Climate Action Advisory Board. 5 p.m. Free. The Climate Action Advisory Board (CAAB) meeting will be held at 5:00 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://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6267851124057871199. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/bc-caab/page/climate-action-advisory-board-32 for more info.

Cooks and Books: Local and Seasonal Ingredients. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 5 p.m.  The theme for January is local and seasonal ingredients and will feature recipes and demonstration from local chef Sarah Booth of The Naked Crepe. Sarah will focus on using winter squash in surprising ways, while incorporating other ingredients available locally in the winter. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/cooks-and-books-local-and-seasonal-ingredients for more info.

Nurturing Parenting–Adolescents. Learning 2 Live, 2148 Main St., Philomath. 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Free. In partnership with Learning2Live, Parenting Success Network and Linn Benton Community College. Sessions are in-person AND via-Zoom at the same time. Thursdays & Fridays, 6:00-7:30 pm beginning January 5th thru March 24th. Nurturing Parenting for Adolescents (6-7:30 pm Thursdays AND Fridays): All family members welcome. Earn up to $75 in gift cards. Snacks and beverages provided. Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/nurturing-parenting-adolescents-philomath-zoom/2023-01-05 for more info.

Russell James. 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. 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.

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. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com for more info.

Friday, January 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 [email protected] or 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or call 541-917-4907Visit https://parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/live-learn-with-your-preschooler-corvallis/2023-01-09/ for more info.

Preschool Science at Philomath Community Library. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10:30 a.m. Free. Join in for a special themed storytime followed by hands-on activities designed for preschool-aged children to encourage the exploration of science, math, and literacy. https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/lego-day-3 for more info.

Rainbow Social Hour. 3 p.m. Meets 2nd & 4th Fridays from 3-5 PM at Corvallis Community Center. A safe, social space for LGBTQIA+ adults of any age. Connect with friends new and old, and find inspiration and community. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/c3/page/rainbow-social-hour-0 for more info.

Teen Takeover: Winter Party. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. Free. Teens in grades 6-12 take over the library after it closes on the 3rd Friday of the month. Snacks and materials provided. In January, teens can watch Frozen (PG) while making wintry crafts and enjoying a hot cocoa, chai, and other cozy snacks. Snacks and art supplies provided. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-takeover-winter-party for more info.

The Song Tenders. 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. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com for more info.

The Wolves. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $14-$16. Pulitzer Prize finalist The Wolves is the debut play of up-and-coming playwright Sarah DeLappe, featuring an all-woman cast (comprised of nine adolescents and one briefly-seen adult).From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the Wolves, a 9-member girls’ soccer team, navigate big questions and wage personal battles with their warrior determination and strength. As they warm-up for each game, we see their personalities, connections, conflicts, love, grief, and power that makes them the Wolves. Content Warning: This production features strong language, mature themes and adult language including characters in honest discussions about sex, politics, abortion, eating disorders and death. This play may not be suitable for all audiences. Rated: PG – 13.Learn more and buy tickets at Majestic.org.

The Muddy Souls. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9 p.m. $10. The Muddy Souls are a 5-piece, progressive bluegrass band formed in Eugene, Oregon in 2018. Their ever-growing sound is a beautifully fresh take on an age-old genre of music. Having four different songwriters and singers in the band, their sound encompasses a wide variety of influences. Traditional bluegrass, folk, jam and improvisational music, and jazz just to name a few. Their uniquely crafted songs and thought provoking lyrics are showcased on their recently released, third studio album, entitled “The Raven.” Visit https://www.themuddysouls.com for more info

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