2024 Artist Accelerator Exhibition. Corrine Woodman Gallery, The Art Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. The 2024 Artist Accelerator Exhibition celebrates work completed by Camila Godoy Valdés and Marie McMahon during the Accelerator Residency this year at The Arts Center. The Accelerator Residency is a TAC program that runs for 12 weeks, annually from January to March. Applicants are selected by a jury of artists and arts administrators based on their application and work samples. This residency is designed to be an intensive program that pushes emerging creatives to improve their business planning and professional skills. Together, the accepted Residents complete lectures, coursework, and consult with the experienced program director to plan and build the framework for their creative business. Visit https://theartscenter.net/2024-artist-accelerator-exhibition/ for more info.
Biographies & Beer Tour. Clothes Tree, 204 Southwest Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. $20. Delve into captivating biographies of notable figures who once roamed Corvallis streets, then toast our predecessors and hear a final story at a local craft beer bar in a historic downtown building. This walking adventures launches from the sidewalk outside the Clothes Tree (2nd & Madison, in the shade). Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good tale and a tasty beverage. Tulip pour at The Bière Library is included. Non-alcoholic options available. Visit https://engagecorvallis.com/ for more info.
Live Music: The Easy Targets. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. The Easy Targets live at the Old World Center! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Sunnymount Sessions with Rich Swanger & The Little Known Band. Benton-Lane Winery, 23924 Territorial Rd, Monroe. 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Join for this summer at the estate for our third annual PINOT & PIZZA series. Bring your family, friends, and (leashed) dogs and enjoy fresh wood-fired pizzas from our oven and a complimentary glass of wine. In addition, on select evenings throughout the summer we’ll have extended hours and will be enjoying the weather on the garden patio with live local music. We look forward to seeing you at SUNNYMOUNT SESSIONS! Visit https://benton-lane.com/shop/reservationtimes/Sunnymount_Sessions/ for more info.
C3 Open Mic Night! Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Free. Join on the 2nd Friday of the month for live music. Soak in the sounds of local performers at our series of open mic nights. Let’s start jamming, Corvallis and get together for celebrations of music, friends and community. Ages 14+. Open Mic nights are FREE. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/6650358731689017/6650358741689016/?active_tab=about for more info.
Fields Fest 2024: Day Two, Featuring: Lynx Family Band, and Jam Wagon. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Friday night brings to the stage Lynx Family Band out of Grant’s Pass, and Corvallis’ own Jam Wagon. Lynx Family Band is a Rock N Roll family band of songwriters focusing on modern Classic Rock music. Jam Wagon is a genre-fluid Folk Rock band bringing down-home tasty grooves straight to your back yard.Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
Singles Mingle: Historic Walking Tour. Clothes Tree, 204 Southwest Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. $20. Join fellow singles on a historic walking adventure, followed by raising a glass to new connections! Evening will start with introducing participants, hear stories from four eras in history, and raise our glasses to new connections. Tulip pour at The Bière Library is included. Non-alcoholic options available. Our walking adventures launches from the sidewalk outside the Clothes Tree (2nd & Madison, in the shade). Leave with a crush on Corvallis, and maybe even a new connection. We look forward to welcoming you!Visit https://engagecorvallis.com/ for more info.
Majestic 8. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $14 – $18. THE MAJESTIC EIGHT, a Festival of 10-Minute Plays featuring eight original works by the winners of our 2024 statewide play competition. Come see the premiere performance of eight excellent plays brought to life by a talented ensemble of local actors. The plays will be directed by local directors Leigh Matthews Bock and Kathie O’Brien. Rated: PG-13 Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=234380&pr=1 for more info.
Whiteside Live Presents: Side Hustle. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 8 p.m. $10. Side Hustle is a 6-piece band based in Corvallis, OR that plays funky soul-pop. Recognizable songs from the last 5 decades are done with unique & infectious grooves. Good vibes will grab the dancers in the crowd, and the twists on some classics will crack a smile and a head bob from even the most reserved listeners. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=238047 for more info.
Saturday, June 15
2024 OSU Commencement Ceremony. Reser Stadium, 660 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 9 a.m. Free. Gates to Reser Stadium open at 9 a.m. for guest seating. 2024 marks Oregon State University’s 155th Commencement ceremony. The class of 2024 extends a legacy dating back to the first graduating class of three students in 1870 and join a global family of Oregon State University alumni now more than 224,000 strong. Guest seating is located throughout the entire stadium. Please use the graduate seating map below to find a seat nearest your graduate. All seating is first-come, first-served. Reser Stadium Gates B, C and G open at 9 a.m. Visit https://commencement.oregonstate.edu/guests for more info.
Family Bike Ride. Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Free. Join for a family group bike ride June 15th at 9AM. All ages and confidence levels welcome. There will be riding at a party pace on bike paths and residential streets. This event will start by the playground @ Central Park (across from the library)! Coffee outside (Bring your coffee / brew kit or donuts to trade for coffee) + farmers’ market post ride. Visit Facebook Event by Mom By Bike – Community Parent Cyclists for more info.
Corvallis Farmers Market. Downtown Corvallis, First Street, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Corvallis Farmers Market happens Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 9am to 1pm, April through November, on First Street in downtown Corvallis. The Farmers Market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy and more, which features a beautifully designed multimodal path along the river and a playful interactive fountain. Visit https://locallygrown.org/corvallis-saturday-market/ for more info.
Bringing the World Together: Paintings, Prints & Panels by Betty LaDuke. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath. Wed – Sat, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. LaDuke’s current exhibitions focus on social justice from multiple perspectives, with colorful, elaborate totems and turtles carrying messages of resilience. This retrospective art exhibition includes paintings, prints and panels created between 1972 and 2023. Other recent exhibits by Betty LaDuke include Fire, Fury, and Resilience: Totem Witnesses and Totem Wisdom, and Turtle Wisdom: Personal, Political, and Playful. In 1993, La Duke received the Oregon Governor’s Award in the Arts. In 1996, she received the National Art Education Association’s Ziegfeld Award for Distinguished International Leadership and the Oregon Medallion Award 2019. The Philomath Museum, located at 1101 Main Street in Philomath, is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Visit https://bentoncountymuseums.org/exhibits/bringing-the-world-together-paintings-prints-panels-by-betty-laduke/ for more info.
Government Comment Corner. Belluschi Wing, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Everyone is welcome stop by to say hello and ask your questions about local government. Takes place in the historic Belluschi wing of the Corvallis Public Library, in the SW section of the main floor. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/government-comment-corner-18387 for more info.
The Spirit Coalescent. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. Wed. – Sat, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Sun., 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. The Benton County Historical Society is honored to host an art exhibit related to the new commission that Franklin Piland, Julia Keefe, and Delbert Anderson, three incredible Indigenous musicians, have created for the opening weekend of PRAx at OSU. The Spirit Coalescent was a project that combined original instrumental compositions of The Delbert Anderson Trio, eight giant multi-media visual art pieces by paintere Karen Ellsbury and photographer Patrick Hazen, dynamic choreography from Maura Garcia, and tied together through the poetry of James Pakootas.Visit https://www.visitcorvallis.com/eventdetail/3811/the-spirit-coalescent#eventdetail for more info.
¡Los Cuentos! Bilingual Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. ¡Los Cuentos! is a bilingual storytime, in Spanish and English, for children of all ages. 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/los-cuentos-bilingual-storytime-16832 for more info.
Sonic Booms: How the Sound and Science of Technology Created Pop Music. Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts, 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. Tues. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. The inaugural exhibition in PRAx connects our gallery programming to the musical side of our mission. “Sonic Booms: How the Sound and Science of Technology Created Pop Music” unveils how advancements in science and technology drove the development of pop forms over the past 150 years of music-making. In addition to historical objects – including the original mini-Moog synthesizer and a 19th century wax cylinder player invented by Thomas Edison – interactive displays anchor the exhibition, inviting the visitor to participate in the history they are encountering. Come make your own hip-hop beats, mix a record and listen to the ways in which recording fidelity has evolved over the decades. Visit https://prax.oregonstate.edu/visual-arts/exhibitions-prax/sonic-booms for more info.
2024 Artist Accelerator Exhibition. Corrine Woodman Gallery, The Art Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. The 2024 Artist Accelerator Exhibition celebrates work completed by Camila Godoy Valdés and Marie McMahon during the Accelerator Residency this year at The Arts Center. The Accelerator Residency is a TAC program that runs for 12 weeks, annually from January to March. Applicants are selected by a jury of artists and arts administrators based on their application and work samples. This residency is designed to be an intensive program that pushes emerging creatives to improve their business planning and professional skills. Together, the accepted Residents complete lectures, coursework, and consult with the experienced program director to plan and build the framework for their creative business. Visit https://theartscenter.net/2024-artist-accelerator-exhibition/ for more info.
LEGO Block Blast! at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Lobby, Monroe Public Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Free. Bring your friends to the library and hang out playing LEGOs, listening to music, and having snacks! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/lego-block-blast-monroe-community-library-18303 for more info.
Corvallis Placekeeping: Walking Seminar. Courtyard by Marriott Corvallis, 400 Southwest 1st Street, Corvallis. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. $15. Placekeeping has been described as the active care and maintenance of a place and its social fabric by the people who live and work there. Become a local storykeeper: walk away from our hour together able to explain: how the Willamette Valley became a regional breadbasket, what medieval forests in Europe have to do with the Pacific Northwest, how the Oregon Trail became a household name, timelines of the native Kalapuya, the source of three downtown building booms, the impact of WWII on Corvallis, how Corvallis is connected to the Panama canal, the most destructive decade of the 1900s, and the most innovative decade of the last 50 years. Welcome, eager community stewards, to the outdoor classroom! This tour will launch from the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott – 1st & Adams. Visitors to Corvallis are also welcome to come learn the stories of Corvallis. Visit https://engagecorvallis.com/ for more info.
Chipotle Fundraiser for The Whiteside Theatre. Chipotle (Near Campus), 2501 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. 25% of Event Sales get donated to the cause. *Must mention the fundraiser or use this code ZVLWDMW when ordering through the app (this is OSU’s graduation day)* Support the Whiteside Theatre by dining out at Chipotle in Corvallis on Saturday, June 15th from 4pm ’till 8pm! Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org/#calendar-5d97f094-c9f1-4f4e-978b-f6354303c339-event-lvem4nq8 for more info.
Biographies & Beer Tour. Clothes Tree, 204 Southwest Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. $20. Delve into captivating biographies of notable figures who once roamed Corvallis streets, then toast our predecessors and hear a final story at a local craft beer bar in a historic downtown building. This walking adventures launches from the sidewalk outside the Clothes Tree (2nd & Madison, in the shade). Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good tale and a tasty beverage. Tulip pour at The Bière Library is included. Non-alcoholic options available. Visit https://engagecorvallis.com/ for more info.
Fields Fest 2024: Day Three. Featuring: Mule On Fire with Stone Ape. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. The final night of Fields Fest is bringing to you our most explosive line-up to date with Mule on Fire opening for Stone Ape! Mule On Fire is one hard driving four piece who have been dynamic vererans to the Common Fields Stage. With originals and Mulified, intelligent covers they bring their own particular Northwest weave of Blues, Folk, Jazz, Rock, and Traditional Music to the Willamette Valley. Their debut album, River, can be found on all streaming platforms. Rising from the depths of Corvallis, Rock City arrives the latest addition to the hometown soundscape: Stone Ape! A six piece fusion of sonic craftsmen formed from the past, present, and beyond. With a triumphant melding of Prog/Jam, sensual succulent grooves, and face melting percussive rhythm. Stone Ape is poised and ready to grasp your soul with songs of passion and fury. Don’t sleep on this one, Corvallis. It’s gonna get weird! Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
Singles Mingle: Historic Walking Tour. Clothes Tree, 204 Southwest Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. $20. Join fellow singles on a historic walking adventure, followed by raising a glass to new connections! Evening will start with introducing participants, hear stories from four eras in history, and raise our glasses to new connections. Tulip pour at The Bière Library is included. Non-alcoholic options available. Our walking adventures launches from the sidewalk outside the Clothes Tree (2nd & Madison, in the shade). Leave with a crush on Corvallis, and maybe even a new connection. We look forward to welcoming you!Visit https://engagecorvallis.com/ for more info.
Majestic 8. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $14 – $18. THE MAJESTIC EIGHT, a Festival of 10-Minute Plays featuring eight original works by the winners of our 2024 statewide play competition. Come see the premiere performance of eight excellent plays brought to life by a talented ensemble of local actors. The plays will be directed by local directors Leigh Matthews Bock and Kathie O’Brien. Rated: PG-13 Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=234380&pr=1 for more info.
Drag Night. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Drag night at the Old World Deli presented by Haus of Dharma and hosted by Frisky MacPherson. Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Gods & Goddesses. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $15 – $17. Majestic aerial arts is excited to invite you to their fourth annual showcase! This year’s theme of God’s and Goddesses will leave you in awe! A show fit for the stages of Olympus itself! With talents of mythical proportions, these artists put on a show that would impress even the god of theater and entertainment Dionysus. Watch as these performers glide on air as though blessed by the god of flight, Hermes. Buy your tickets before they sell out or you’ll be forever just like Epimetheus, God of afterthought! Rated G Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=235205 for more info.
Veronicavon/VHS Ghost/Steve’s Breakfast. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 7 p.m. $10. Veronicavon: Bewitchingly dreamy and glowing with fuzz, veronicavon is the brainchild of songwriters Chris Hackman (Human Barbie) and Xuan Nguyen (Xuan), who joined forces in 2020 with a (secret) plan to stay sane and explore uncharted horizons in lo-fi pop. Together, they conjured a universe of grainy synths, cassette-drenched drums, and warbling guitars, where Nguyen’s enchanting vocals swirl in a wistful, playful, and instantly addictive dreamscape… VHS Ghost: In 2021, while battling cancer, Brandon discovered his musical calling during chemotherapy sessions. This journey led to the birth of vhs ghost, a project named after a love for vintage horror films and their comforting scores. With his cat Salem by his side, he produced his inaugural album not knowing what the results of treatment would be. Since beating cancer he continues to craft a unique blend of spooky atmospheres and melodic compositions, with Salem remaining an integral part of the creative process. Characterized by warm lo-fi tape recordings and vintage keyboard tones, vhs ghost’s music channels 80s/90s nostalgia and macabre allure, using retro keyboards, heartfelt guitar riffs, and ethereal synth harmonies. Stevie’s Breakfast: Stevie’s Breakfast is a tasty indie band based in Salem, Oregon. Named for their long-time friend and his penchant for protein bars, Stevie’s Breakfast blends elements of indie, jazz, grunge, and rock, leading to an eclectic sound unique to them. Those familiar with The Backseat Lovers, Her’s, and Mustard Service, will find themselves drawn to the Breakfast experience. Visit https://www.whitesidetheatre.org/#calendar-5d97f094-c9f1-4f4e-978b-f6354303c339-event-lvy8qe1t for more info.
Sunday, June 16
Table Top Game Day. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Free. Common Fields is open Sundays! If you are playing games on Sundays at Common Fields, you get a $1.00 off your beverage. Swing by and meet up to play D&D, Magic the Gathering, or a good old board game. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
The Spirit Coalescent. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. Wed. – Sat, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Sun., 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. The Benton County Historical Society is honored to host an art exhibit related to the new commission that Franklin Piland, Julia Keefe, and Delbert Anderson, three incredible Indigenous musicians, have created for the opening weekend of PRAx at OSU. The Spirit Coalescent was a project that combined original instrumental compositions of The Delbert Anderson Trio, eight giant multi-media visual art pieces by paintere Karen Ellsbury and photographer Patrick Hazen, dynamic choreography from Maura Garcia, and tied together through the poetry of James Pakootas.Visit https://www.visitcorvallis.com/eventdetail/3811/the-spirit-coalescent#eventdetail for more info.
Father’s Day Crab Boil. Compton Family Wines, 810 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. or sell-out. Pre-order price is $29 per person for food $36 includes food + glass of wine or beer (price increases after June 9). Celebrate Dad with a seafood feast by Nick’s Soul Food & Pacifica Seafood at Compton Family Wines. Father’s Day, Sunday June 16th. Visit https://www.comptonwine.com/visit-us-1/ for more info.
Loose Flagstone Celtic Quartet. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Free. Everyone is invited to enjoy a free afternoon of lively Celtic music! Loose Flagstone celebrates its fifth anniversary this year as a Corvallis Celtic quartet drawing from Irish, Scottish, and American musical influences both traditional and contemporary. Come savor the rich variety of moods—from mysterious airs to driving and danceable reels and jigs—created by Leslie Glassmire on silver flute, Jennifer Parke on fiddle, Tracy Daugherty on bodhran, and Marjorie Sandor on DADGAD guitar. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/loose-flagstone-celtic-quartet-18239 for more info.
Biographies & Beer Tour. Clothes Tree, 204 Southwest Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. $20. Delve into captivating biographies of notable figures who once roamed Corvallis streets, then toast our predecessors and hear a final story at a local craft beer bar in a historic downtown building. This walking adventures launches from the sidewalk outside the Clothes Tree (2nd & Madison, in the shade). Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good tale and a tasty beverage. Tulip pour at The Bière Library is included. Non-alcoholic options available. Visit https://engagecorvallis.com/ for more info.
Live Music: Idle Hands Trio. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Idle Hands Trio live at the Old World Center! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
Monday, June 17
Art About Agriculture. LaSells Stewart Center, Giustina Gallery, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free. OSU College of Agricultural Sciences’ Art About Agriculture 2024: Art About Agriculture’s 41st annual competition and touring exhibition presents juried selections from Pacific Northwest artists highlighting the lifeblood of the region’s agricultural diversity, economy, communities, and culture: our natural resources. RESOURCEful presents multifaceted interpretations of natural resources’ inseparable tie to our food and fiber. For the first time, Art About Agriculture’s annual juried open call encouraged student art submissions with scholarship awards for College of Agricultural Sciences students of selected artwork. This opportunity was made possible in partnership with OSU College of Agricultural Sciences’ Academic Programs. We are thrilled to include artwork from four students representing OSU College of Agricultural Sciences, OSU ECampus and Oregon Coast School of Art. Visit https://lasells.oregonstate.edu/exhibit/art-about-agriculture-competition-and-touring-exhibition-2024-resourceful for more info.
Terra Bella Farm Tour. Terra Bella Farm, 6959 NE Elliott Circle, Corvallis. 1:30 p.m. 3 p.m., or 4:30 p.m. $5 – $12. An Entertaining and Educational Hour on the Farm. Feed the alpacas, brush the goats, feed the ducks and chickens, collect eggs, take selfies with the animals and frolic with the goats. Enjoy a beautiful Willamette Valley view and hang out in the Heavenly Field. Visit https://www.terrabella-farm.com/ for more info.
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