Corvallis Calendar: Friday to Friday, Nov. 15 to 22

Friday, November 15

Fall Harvest Online Auction. Sponsored by Corvallis Environmental Center. Until November 18 at 9 pm. Donated local and sustainable gifts and services available for their Fall Fundraising Campaign. Items include art lessons, vacation stay, adventure packages, home care services, self-care packages, and gift cards. Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info.

League of Women Voters: Opportunity to Help the Unhoused. Donate Supplies for Unhoused Individuals. Each year the Housing Committee has gathered donations which they then assemble and pass on to the Corvallis DayCare Drop in Center to distribute to the unhoused population. This year, Roberta Smith has stepped up to lead the efforts. Interested in donating some basic care items, or perhaps donating some cash for the group to make purchases? Items will be collected through December 5th. Gift bags assembled and distributed to individuals in need in early December. Check out the Unhoused Gift List. Drop off donations: 118 NW. Jackson, Apt. #206 or Text/call Roberta (541-740-1445) for pick up or prefer them to do the shopping? Email Kerry Blum: blumkerry@yahoo.com for mailing address to send a check or use Venmo account: @Kerry-Blum-4

Walking Through the Desert with My Eyes Closed by Nancy Floyd. Fairbanks Hall, Fairbanks Gallery, 220 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 8 am – 4:30 pm. This exhibition will run from Nov. 7 to Dec. 13. Visit Walking Through the Desert with My Eyes Closed by Nancy Floyd – Oregon State University for more info.

Celestial Creatures Exhibit. LaSells Stewart Center, Murdoch Gallery, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis.
Mon. – Fri., 8 am – 5 pm. Free. until Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Explore the captivating symbolism of wings and feathers where earthly meets the ethereal. From the majestic flight of birds to the mythical beings of folklore, wings have long represented freedom, transcendence, and the aspiration to reach greater heights. The Celestial Creatures exhibit features a diverse collection that highlight the artistic interpretation each piece telling its own story. Visit
Celestial Creatures | The LaSells Stewart Center | Oregon State University for more info.

League of Women Voters: Legislative Process Day. On Zoom. 10 am – 12:15 pm. Join this informative event to gain insights into the legislative process and learn about what’s to come in the 2025 legislative session. Visit Events from November 11 – December 26 – League of Women Voters of Corvallis for more info.

Wreath Making Workshop. Benton County Extension Office , Sunset Room, 4077 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 10 am – 1 pm. Cost: $20. Join them for a morning of creating seasonal wreaths from non-timber products. They will be providing the frames, ribbons, pruners, and some local foraged forest products to use. All are welcome to attend and enjoy an optional potluck at the end. Visit Wreath Making Workshop (Benton) – Oregon State University for more info.

How to Carry Water. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4 pm until December 21. Guided tours of the exhibition will begin daily at 2 p.m. during normal gallery hours and 6 p.m. on performance nights. The exhibition How to Carry Water brings together contemporary visual artists and humanities scholars in shared observations and questions about watersheds. In this expanded conversation, the term “watershed” refers not only to ecological structures, but also to the spatial, temporal and cultural entities that catalyze collectivity and life alongside bodies of water. The exhibition considers how the lenses of history, philosophy and creative practice allow for alternative methods of witnessing the human relationship to water. Visit How to Carry Water | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Philomath Open Studios Exhibition 2024. Philomath Museum. 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 4:30 pm. Artwork from the tours will be on display and up for sale in the Moreland Gallery through January 11, 2025. Visit Philomath Open Studios Exhibition 2024 – Benton County Museums for more info.

Teal Co-operative Art Gallery. 328 SW Second St., Corvallis. Monday-Saturday 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday 12 – 5 pm. Until December 28. Every October their team of dedicated artists transforms an otherwise vacant storefront into a gallery – a world of color, light and beauty – open during November and December. On display are fine works of fiber, leather, glass, metal, wood, mixed media and paper, as well as ceramics, jewelry, paintings and photography – some of the best the Willamette Valley has to offer. Visit TEAL Artist Cooperative for more info.

Victory Obieke: Whispers of Home. The Little Gallery, OSU, 210 Kidder Hall, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 10 am – 6 pm. Closed during the noon hour. Free. Until December 13. Visit Victory Obieke | The Little Gallery for more info.

Anthropology Lecture Series Fall 2024. Strand Agriculture Hall, 111, 170 SW Waldo Place, Corvallis. 12 pm. The OSU Anthropology Lecture Series features guest speakers from the OSU community, as well as visitors from academic institutions, government agencies, non-government organizations and businesses in Oregon and beyond. Each quarter, a new roster of speakers are invited to give 30–45-minute presentations on cutting-edge research, current events and other projects that resonate with the OSU Anthropology community. Visit Anthropology Lecture Series Fall 2024 – Oregon State University for more info.

School of Public Policy Seminar Series – Fall 2024. Bexell Hall, 415, 2251 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Free. The School of Public Policy hosts an economics and political science seminar series nearly every Friday during fall term, bringing leaders in the field to Corvallis (in person and virtually) to present their latest research. Visit School of Public Policy Seminar Series – Fall 2024 – Oregon State University for more info.

Replay. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm through January 7, 2025. MinEastry of Postcollapse Art and Culture (MPAC), in collaboration with The Arts Center in Corvallis, presents RePlay, an international contemporary art exhibition featuring work by Ilknur Demirkoparan, Naomi Middelmann, and Keoni K. Wright. RePlay brings together three contemporary artists working across Suriname, Switzerland and Türkiye with work that recalls and reinterprets historically complex material in critically innovative ways. Visit RePlay – MinEastry of Postcollapse Art and Culture – The Arts Center for more info.

Wayfinding – Jess Eastburn. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 5 pm. Until December 7, 2024. Eastburn’s paintings examine the deluge of information that we are confronted with as a result of the digital technology which dominates every aspect of modern life. The information and imagery depicted in the works is intentionally disparate and seemingly random, allowing the viewer to invent their own narrative for the work. Visit Wayfinding – Jess Eastburn – The Arts Center for more info.

Bridging Research and Practice in Global Health with Scientific Communications. Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families, 115, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 1 – 2 pm. In this seminar, Susannah Gibbs, PhD, MSPH will review key considerations for communicating research in applied public health settings to technical and non-technical audiences. She will also discuss the responsible use of generative AI tools in scientific writing, drawing on examples from her work leading technical writing functions for a global health implementation organization with a footprint in 40+ countries. Visit Bridging Research and Practice in Global Health with Scientific Communications – Oregon State University for more info.

Fall Choral Concert. PRAx, Detrick Hall, 470 SW 15^th Street, Corvallis. 7 pm. General admission $10, Students free. Presented by The School of Visual, Performing, and Design Arts. Performances by the Oregon State University choral program, including the OSU Chamber Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Bella Voce and the OSU Meistersingers. Directed by Dr. Steven Zielke and Dr. Sandra Babb. Visit Fall Choral Concert | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Mule On Fire. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Mule On Fire bring their own particular Northwest weave of blues, folk, jazz, and traditional music. Visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon for more info.

Nutcracker. Magical Christmas Ballet. Austin Auditorium, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 7 pm. Admission: $31 – $130. Give the gift of Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes and stunning acrobatics. Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to create warm glowing memories under the tree. Visit NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet Tickets Nov 15, 2024 07:00 PM Corvallis, OR | Ticketmaster for tickets and more info.

Corvallis Guitar Festival: Connie Sheu. Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 333 NW 35th St, Corvallis. 7 – 9:30 pm. Admission: $10 – $45 ($45 is the two-day festival pass). Dr. Connie Sheu is a dynamic guitarist, devoted pedagogue, and ardent advocate of classical guitar. For two-day schedule visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a155bafe-2eac-4c25-b87e-c88ce2552fa6

Skye Consort & Emma Björling Concert Event. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Admission: Adults $25 , Students/Seniors $20. Skye Consort & Emma Björling perform trans-Atlantic music from Scandinavia, Ireland and the British Isles, French-Canada, and tunes of their own devising. They find enchanting stories and melodies, then bring them into the 21st century with worldly chamber-folk settings. Voices, fiddle, nyckelharpa, cello, bouzouki, banjo, and percussion riffing on whirling polskas, groovy reels, passionate love songs, breathtaking hymns, and original compositions. Visit Majestic Theatre | Performing Arts Center | Corvallis, OR for more info.

Vinegar Tom. PRAx, Ray Theater, 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. General admission $15, Senior $12, free for OSU students with valid student ID. Oregon State University Theatre kicks off its 2024-2025 Season of Scandal with Caryl Churchill’s experimental 1976 play, Vinegar Tom. Set in 17^th century England, the story depicts Alice and her cantankerous mother Joan who become targets of slander and persecution for their seemingly transgressive behavior. By combining historical witch trials with contemporary rock songs and witty dialogue, Churchill creates a haunting and timely examination of gender and power dynamics. Visit Fall Mainstage: Vinegar Tom | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

2024 Queervallis Pride Pageant. Whiteside Theatre. 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 – 10 pm. Admission: $10 – $15. All Ages. Presented by the Haus of Dharma, this annual LGBTQIA+ pageant is hosted by reigning Miss Queervallis Pride, Cherry Mae, and reigning Mx. Queervallis Pride, Spunk Rock. This year’s theme, *Divine Creatures*, promises an unforgettable night of fierce drag performances, extravagant looks, and pure artistry. Visit WHITESIDE THEATRE – Home for more info.

Saturday, November 16

Corvallis Farmers Market. Downtown Corvallis, First Street, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. The Corvallis Farmers Market happens Wednesdays and Saturdays, April through November 23, 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.

Corvallis Guitar Society Festival November 2024. Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 333 NW 35th St, Corvallis. 10 am – 9:30 pm. Tickets are available online and at the Church entrance door.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a155bafe-2eac-4c25-b87e-c88ce2552fa6. Visit Corvallis Guitar Society – Bringing local guitarists out of the woodwork for full schedule.

Museum Kids. Old Fashioned Toys & Games. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 12 pm. Fall Fun Starts Here. From cat’s cradle to stereoscopes, children played with different toys before the advent of electricity. Learn to play jacks, try out a wooden ball and cup game, and see what toys were like in the olden days. This is a free family event in the Moreland Room at the Philomath Museum. Registration is not required but a courtesy RSVP is always appreciated, RSVP HERE. Visit Museum Kids! Old Fashioned Toys & Games – Benton County Museums for more info.

Planting For Pollinators Family Day with the Greenbelt Land Trust. Bald Hill Farm. 10 am – 1 pm. Fun outdoor event for kids grades K-5 and their families at Bald Hill Farm in Corvallis. Hands-on activity stations to learn about local pollinators and plants, followed by a fun and easy session of planting native plants in a prairie restoration. All tools and gloves provided. Pre-registration required. Info/Registration: https://greenbeltlandtrust.org/event/planting-for-pollinators-family-day-2024. Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info. Sponsor: Greenbelt Land Trust.

Jingle & Mingle Holiday Season Opener. Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 10 am – 4 pm. Make the arrival of the holidays a joyful occasion by attending their 1st annual Jingle and Mingle. At this family-friendly event, plan to enjoy hot chocolate and treats while you browse the freshest selection of seasonal decor, like wreaths and swags. Visit (20) Jingle & Mingle – Holiday Season Opener at Shonnard’s Nursery | Facebook for more info.

Teal Co-operative Art Gallery. 328 SW Second St., Corvallis. Monday – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday 12 – 5 pm. Until December 28. Every October their team of dedicated artists transforms an otherwise vacant storefront into a gallery – a world of color, light and beauty – open during November and December. On display are fine works of fiber, leather, glass, metal, wood, mixed media and paper, as well as ceramics, jewelry, paintings and photography – some of the best the Willamette Valley has to offer. Visit TEAL Artist Cooperative for more info.

LEGO Block Blast at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Lobby, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 12 – 2 pm. Ages: Everyone. Participants can bring friends to the library and hang out playing LEGOs, listening to music, and having snacks. Visit LEGO Block Blast! at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

How to Carry Water. PRAx, 470 SW 15^th Street, Corvallis. 12 – 4 pm until December 21. Guided tours of the exhibition will begin daily at 2 p.m. during normal gallery hours and 6 p.m. on performance nights. The exhibition How to Carry Water brings together contemporary visual artists and humanities scholars in shared observations and questions about watersheds. In this expanded conversation, the term “watershed” refers not only to ecological structures, but also to the spatial, temporal and cultural entities that catalyze collectivity and life alongside bodies of water. The exhibition considers how the lenses of history, philosophy and creative practice allow for alternative methods of witnessing the human relationship to water. Visit How to Carry Water | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm. Free. Join them to share concerns, ask questions, meet other parents, and discuss infant feeding topics. A lactation consultant will be available to weigh baby, offer support, and set up further appointments if needed. Visit Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group – Pollywog (pollywogfamily.org) for more info.

November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session. Corvallis Community Center (C3), 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 2 – 5 pm. Drop in anytime to write. Bring preferred writing tools, whether it is a pen and paper or a laptop, and work on a novel surrounded by other local writers. At many of the Writing Sessions there will be drinks, snacks, and sometimes prizes. Visit November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info. Co-sponsored by the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Corvallis Community Center (C3), and Friends of the Library.

Mister Roberts. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 2:30 pm. Admission: Adults $16, Seniors $14. This hilarious but realistic saga of a group of American sailors aboard a Navy cargo vessel in the Pacific shows the crew suffering from the deadly boredom that is part of the routine of war. Visit Majestic Theatre | Performing Arts Center | Corvallis, OR for more info.

The Flat Stanley Incident. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Free. Visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon for more info.

Dance Planet. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 7 – 8:30 pm. Move to a rhythmic flow of music from around the world and across the decades with DJ George Beekman. The journey starts with a few minutes of gentle warm-up music (sometimes provided by live musicians) and builds into more high-energy global grooves before returning to a peaceful landing space. Admission to this family-friendly event is a suggested donation, $5–15 or more. 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to local environmental organizations. Contact: georgebeekman@gmail.com Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info. Sponsor: Dance Planet.

Corvallis Comedy Night: Aparna Nancherla. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis.
7:30 pm. Admission: $23. Aparna Nancherla is one of the most distinctive voices in modern comedy, literally and figuratively. She’s known for brilliantly dry and hilarious stand-up on Netflix, HBO and Comedy Central. Warning: This show will contain adult language. No one under 18 will be admitted. Visit Majestic Theatre | Performing Arts Center | Corvallis, OR for more info.

Vaulted Aviary Aerial Troupe. Whiteside Theatre. 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 8 – 10 pm.
Ages: 18+. Admission: $10 – $15. Vaulted Aviary will take viewers along to their Haunted Dreams with captivating performances and gravity defying acrobatics. Join them in the shadows for a taste of the supernatural and a mesmerizing dose of high-flying fun. Visit WHITESIDE THEATRE – Home for more info.

OSUPC Fall Concert Featuring ASHE. Memorial Union Building (MU), Ballroom. 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 8:30 – 11 pm. Cost: $5 – $15. De-stress at OSUPC’s Fall Concert with guest artist ASHE. There will be food trucks, activities, and live music. Disability accommodations are also available. Visit OSUPC Fall Concert Featuring ASHE – Oregon State University for more info.

Sunday, November 17

Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra – Fall Concert. PRAx. 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. 3 pm. Admission: $35 Advanced, $40 day of show. The Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra is the oldest continuously operating orchestra in the state of Oregon. From its inception in 1906 as a collegiate orchestra composed of nine members, the symphony has grown into a full symphonic orchestra performing 3 major classical concerts, a holiday concert, and a children’s concert each season. Visit Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra – Fall Concert | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Fiddle Student Concert. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 5 pm. Free. Join instructor Shari Ame and her students for the Fiddle Student Concert. Visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon for more info.

Mister Roberts. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Admission: Adults $16, Seniors $14. This hilarious but realistic saga of a group of American sailors aboard a Navy cargo vessel in the Pacific shows the crew suffering from the deadly boredom that is part of the routine of war. Visit Majestic Theatre | Performing Arts Center | Corvallis, OR for more info.

Monday, November 18

Celestial Creatures Exhibit. LaSells Stewart Center, Murdoch Gallery, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis.
Mon. – Fri., 8 am – 5 pm. Free. Until Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Explore the captivating symbolism of wings and feathers where earthly meets the ethereal. From the majestic flight of birds to the mythical beings of folklore, wings have long represented freedom, transcendence, and the aspiration to reach greater heights. The Celestial Creatures exhibit features a diverse collection that highlight the artistic interpretation each piece telling its own story. Visit
Celestial Creatures | The LaSells Stewart Center | Oregon State University for more info.

Benton County Board Meeting. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. Zoom link will be posted by 8:15 am the day of the meeting. Visit November 18, 2024 Board Meeting – Benton County Board of Commissioners, Oregon for more info.

Integrative Biology Fall Seminar Series – Cris Ledon-Rettig. Cordley Hall, 1316, 2701 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. The department of Integrative Biology presents a seminar with Cris Ledon-Rettig, Assistant Professor, Indiana University Bloomington Department of Biology, The mismeasure of a bird: Crossbill myths and their implications for broad (mis)understanding of mechanisms underlying annual cycles of reproduction, plumage molt, and movement. Visit Integrative Biology Fall Seminar Series – Cris Ledon-Rettig – Oregon State University for more info.

Urban Renewal Agency. Downtown Fire Station, Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. 4:30 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend Urban Renewal Agency meetings. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. The public may register to watch the meeting live on the internet via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dyVcyOPzRQqctfFZlvQaag. Visit Urban Renewal Agency | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Ecology Tap Talk. Common Fields Truck Pod and Taproom, 545 SW 3^rd Street. 5:30 – 7 :30 pm, talk begins at 6 pm. Hydrophiles Research Symposium – Young Professionals in Water Research and Management. Hydrophiles is a water-focused student group at OSU. A portion of food/beverage sales benefit Marys River Watershed Council. Contact: nina@mrwc.org Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info. Sponsor: Marys River Watershed Council.

City Council Meeting. Downtown Fire Station, Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. 6 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. This meeting will be held in-person and virtually. The public may register to watch the meeting live on the internet via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KumsQDwWSdKE6qE57I5ctg. Visit City Council Meeting | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Tuesday, November 19

Tuesday Morning Greeters: Ironhead Roofing. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 8:30 – 9:30 am. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Child Care Consensus Meeting: Session 2 of 2. To be held at the home of Ann Schauber (annschauber@gmail.com. 10 am – 8 pm. Visit Events from November 11 – December 26 – League of Women Voters of Corvallis for more info.

Infant Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Free every Tuesday 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. Join them. Visit Infant Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Little Listeners Storytime. Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Free. 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. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime. Join them. Visit Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union. Memorial Union Quad (MU Quad), Memorial Union Brick Mall, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. Starts at 11 am. Truckin’ Tuesday is a community event hosted by the Memorial Union Activities Team focused on bringing different types of foods to campus through food trucks. Most Tuesday’s there will be a variety of trucks next to the MU Quad open to students, staff, and the public. This is a chance for people of all ages on the OSU campus to try new foods, support local businesses, and add a little bit of sparkle to their Tuesdays. Visit Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union – Oregon State University for more info.

NW ROTAC Explained: How We Help Communities Address the Opioid Epidemic in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Virtual Event. 12 pm. Join them for an informative webinar where they will describe the mission and impact of the Northwest Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Collaborative (NW ROTAC). Discover how they are actively partnering with and supporting rural communities across Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington in addressing the opioid crisis through resources, training, and focused outreach. Visit NW ROTAC Explained: How We Help Communities Address the Opioid Epidemic in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington – Oregon State University for more info.

AYA Women of Color Discussion Group. Hattie Redmond Women and Gender Center. 1700 SW Pioneer Place, Corvallis. 1 – 2 pm. Visit AYA Women of Color Discussion Group – Oregon State University for more info.

Academy for Lifelong Learning: The Journey of the Native American Flute and One Heart. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Most classes are also available remotely on Zoom. Membership required. Dues are currently $110 for a full year. Membership can start at any quarter. Presenter: Prof. Jan Michael Looking Wolf Reibach, Music Senior Instructor, OSU. This class will offer a presentation of indigenous flutes from North America. It will include oral traditions, history, contemporary culture, and a musical performance by Jan Michael Looking Wolf. In addition to instructing Native American Flute at OSU for over 20 years, Jan Michael is a world-renowned Native American musician and educator as well as a notable recording artist. He has dedicated his life to sharing inspiration and hope through music with a message of One Heart. Visit 2024 Fall SOC Print Final.pdf – Google Drive for more info.

Fall 2024 Fair Housing Training for Housing Providers. 3 – 5 pm. RSVP is required – please visit https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_v34zmJhIS52Zv7_9j1hU6w to register. A free 2-hour online training focused on fair housing laws and responsibilities as they relate to housing discrimination. Visit Fall 2024 Fair Housing Training for Housing Providers | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

READ Dogs. Philomath Meeting Room. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Ages: Children. Beginning readers are invited to practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs) on the third Tuesday of the month. A permission form is required for children to participate and may be filled out on-site by parents/guardians. Limited spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit READ Dogs | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Corvallis Young Pros. Corvallis Chamber of Commerce. 420 NW 2nd Street, Corvallis. Corvallis Young Pros will be hosted by Raw Hair Society. All are welcome. This event is free. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Craft Night for Adults. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Join them every third Tuesday of the month to try a new craft. Supplies provided, or bring a project and hang out with them. For ages 16+. Craft for November: watercolor/oil pastel (mixed media) painting. Co-sponsored by The Arts Center and the Friends of the Library. Visit Craft Night for Adults | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Trivia Night @ Common Fields. 545 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis. 6 – 8 pm. Max team size is 6 people. Show up a little early to sign up. Win fun prizes. Visit Recurring Events – Common Fields Corvallis Food Truck Pod for more info.

Provost’s Lecture featuring Margaret Atwood. LaSells Stewart Center, Austin Auditorium. In-person registration is closed. Please join them for the livestream: REGISTER HERE. 7 – 8:30 pm. “A word after a word after a word is power,” says Margaret Atwood, long-time literary titan and feminist icon. The first event in the 2024-25 Provost’s Lecture Series, An Evening with Margaret Atwood will feature Ms. Atwood in conversation with OSU associate professor of English and creative writing, Jennifer Richter. Visit Provost’s Lecture featuring Margaret Atwood – Oregon State University for more info.

Wednesday, November 20

Corvallis Farmers Market. Downtown Corvallis, First Street, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. The Corvallis Farmers Market happens Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 9am to 1pm, April through November 27, 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-wednesday-market/ for more info.

Women In Business – Chrystal Sperling. Trysting Tree Golf Course, 34028 NE Electric Road, Corvallis. 12 – 1 pm. Creating powerful client testimonial videos for ads. Participants will learn how to boost their brand with the most authentic and effective form of marketing—client testimonials. In this class, they’ll dive deep into creating engaging testimonial videos that build trust, capture attention, and tell the real story of one’s business through the voices of satisfied clients. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

Toddler Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Free. Toddler Storytime occurs every Wednesday 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. Join them. Visit Toddler Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Preschool Science. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10:30 – 11:30 am. Ages: Birth to 5. Join them for a magnetic force-themed storytime, followed by hands-on activities that encourage the exploration of literacy, math, and science. Activities are designed for preschool-age children. Visit Preschool Science | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Random Review: The Left Hand of Darkness. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 12 – 1 pm. Adults. 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. Random Review is co-sponsored by The Friends of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Visit Random Review: The Left Hand of Darkness | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Wednesday Noon Book Club. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 – 1 pm. The Philomath Noon Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Philomath Community Library. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library; please ask at the front desk. Visit Wednesday Noon Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Academy for Lifelong Learning: Election 2024: Be Strong, Be Brave, This is Going to Hurt. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Most classes are also available remotely on Zoom. Membership required. Dues are currently $110 for a full year. Membership can start at any quarter. Presenter: David Bernell, Associate Professor, OSU School of Public Policy. The 2024 elections are here. The race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is no longer a rematch for control of the White House, while a closely divided Congress is again up for grabs. There will be a discussion by David Bernell of what happened and why in the November 2024 election. Visit 2024 Fall SOC Print Final.pdf – Google Drive for more info.

Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 3 – 4 pm. Free. All ages. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring a computer or device or use one of theirs. Library staff can help with basic computer tasks, using social media, managing photos, downloading eBooks and audiobooks, using email, filling out online job applications, and much more. Drop-in anytime during the hour. Visit Digital Life: Tech Help Lab | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Fall 2024 Marston Lecture by Brooke Marston. Wilkinson Hall/ Gilfillan Auditorium, WILK 110, 2601 SW Orchard Avenue, Corvallis. 3 – 4 pm. Title: Geography, Intelligence, and Foreign Policy: A State Department Geographer’s Perspective. Speaker: Brooke Marston, M.S. ’14. REGISTER NOW. Visit Fall 2024 Marston Lecture by Brooke Marston – Oregon State University for more info.

Crafternoons. Hattie Redmond Women and Gender Center. 1700 SW Pioneer Place, Corvallis.
3 – 5 pm. Join them at the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center every even-week Wednesday from 3 – 5pm for a fun craft. Materials for each craft will be provided, but participants are allowed to bring their own. Be sure to check out their instagram @hr.wgc to find out what that week’s craft is. Visit Crafternoons – Oregon State University for more info.

Crafternoon. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Ages: Children, tweens. Children and their families are invited to join them on the third Wednesday of every month to explore open-ended crafts. Each month will feature different craft mediums. Most craft mediums offered are best for preschool-elementary school children. Visit Crafternoon | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session. Monroe Lobby, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 3:30 – 6:30 pm. Drop in anytime to write. Bring preferred writing tools, whether it is a pen and paper or a laptop, and work on a novel surrounded by other local writers. There will be drinks, snacks, and sometimes prizes. Visit November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

“What do we owe our political rivals? Charity or Chastening?” – A Discourse Event. Austin Hall, 390, 2751 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 4 – 6 pm. The current political climate forces people to encounter positions that may be uncomfortable or even troubling. Whether one identifies as a democrat, republican, or other political affiliation, the issues encountered publicly have major implications for the world. Visit “What do we owe our political rivals? Charity or chastening?” – A Discourse Event – Oregon State University for more info.

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Board. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 5 pm. The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Board (JEDI) will be meeting virtually and in-person. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend JEDI meetings. Community members who would like to attend the meeting may do so using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WuQpM7yHRrKhbIDTJt88aA. Visit Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Board | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session. Corvallis Community Center (C3), 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 5:30 – 7 pm. Drop in anytime to write. Bring preferred writing tools, whether it is a pen and paper or a laptop, and work on a novel surrounded by other local writers. At many of the Writing Sessions there will be drinks, snacks, and sometimes prizes. Visit November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info. Co-sponsored by the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Corvallis Community Center (C3), and Friends of the Library.

Perinatal Support Connections. Monarch on 4th, 520 NW 4th Street, Corvallis. 6 pm. Free. Perinatal Support Connections is for anyone who is currently pregnant, experienced a loss, recently had a baby or who has stopped breastfeeding and is experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety (PMADs). Visit Perinatal Support Connections – Corvallis – Pollywog (pollywogfamily.org) for more info.

Big River: Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 6 – 7 pm. Experience a multimedia journey along the Columbia River from source to sea with conservation photographer and author David Moskowitz. Based on the recent book Big River: Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin where award-winning photographer David Moskowitz and writer Eileen Delehanty Pearkes illuminate the natural history, hydrogeology, beauty, and human activity on the Columbia River, while also highlighting the challenges facing the region and the people working on sustainable solutions. Visit Big River: Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Corvallis Library Book Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 6 pm – 7 pm. Free. The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Book Club is open to everyone. They meet to discuss fiction and nonfiction. Visit Corvallis Library Book Club | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Global Culinary Heritage Celebration. Memorial Union Building (MU), Ballroom. 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 6 – 8 pm. The OSU community is invited to join the second annual Global Culinary Heritage Celebration and sample several cultural dishes prepared by domestic and international student teams while thinking about the role of cultural dishes at OSU and cultivating a greater appreciation of food as cultural heritage. This event is part of International Education Week, Nov. 18-22. To see the full list of activities, please visit beav.es/iew. Visit Global Culinary Heritage Celebration – Oregon State University for more info.

Inner Limits. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Free. Power-house blues/funk/rock trio Inner Limits at the Old World Deli. Visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon for more info.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Whiteside Theatre. 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.
7 – 10 pm. Admission: $8 – $10. Harry Potter lives his second year at Hogwarts with Ron and Hermione when a message on the wall announces that the legendary Chamber of Secrets has been opened. The trio soon realize that, to save the school, it will take a lot of courage. Visit WHITESIDE THEATRE – Home for more info.

Thursday, November 21

Volunteer Planting Day at Herbert Farm. Herbert Farm and Natural Area, 1760 SW Herbert Ave, Corvallis. 9 am. Please join the Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) to plant native plants at Herbert Farm and Natural Area. This is a great opportunity to see one of the most beautiful natural areas in the City of Corvallis, meet new friends, and help restore habitat for important species native to the Willamette Valley. All are welcome. All tools and instructions are provided. All volunteers must complete IAE’s volunteer release form. Contact: evanlasley@appliedeco.org Visit Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition for more info. Sponsor: Institute for Applied Ecology.

Academy for Lifelong Learning: Assessing Hallmarks of Cancer: Do the Cells Care? Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 9:30 – 11:30 am. Most classes are also available remotely on Zoom. Membership required. Dues are currently $110 for a full year. Membership can start at any quarter. Presenter: Daniel Liefwalker, Assistant Professor of Biochemistry & Biophysics, OSU. Twenty-four years ago, Weinberg and Hanahan offered a model to stratify the observable features of cancer into a framework of malignant hallmarks. Subsequent revisions have added additional hallmarks and a systems biology approach to characterize interactions among these hallmarks. This talk will focus on a new model of cancer as a complex system with an increased range of potential behaviors and exploitable therapeutic tipping points. Visit 2024 Fall SOC Print Final.pdf – Google Drive for more info.

Preschool Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Corvallis. 10:30 – 11 am. Free. Preschool Storytime is for children 3-5 years old and happens every Thursday. 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. Join them. Visit Preschool Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Squishtivities at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 – 11:15 am. Held once a month for parents and/or caregivers and children of any age, (adults must attend with their youth). Create, play, and learn with sensory play, exploration & crafts. Presented by Strengthening Rural Families. Visit Squishtivities at the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Digital Life: News on the Internet. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 11 am – 12 pm. Learn about news sources online, including free-access library subscriptions. Visit Digital Life: News on the Internet | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session. Philomath Meeting Room. Philomath Community Library. 1050 Applegate St. Philomath. 3:30 – 5 pm. Drop in anytime to write. Bring preferred writing tools, whether it is a pen and paper or a laptop, and work on a novel surrounded by other local writers. At many of the Writing Sessions there will be drinks, snacks, and sometimes prizes. Visit November Novel Writing Challenge Writing Session | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info. Co-sponsored by the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Corvallis Community Center (C3), and Friends of the Library.

Council Work Session. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 4 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council work sessions. This work session will be held in-person and virtually. The public may register to watch the meeting live on the internet via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7ZYA1Hl6RSGY6i6drV2c0A. Visit Council Work Session | Corvallis Oregon for more info.

Walking Through the Desert with My Eyes Closed by Nancy Floyd Artist Talk and Reception. Fairbanks Hall, Fairbanks Gallery, 220 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 4 pm. This exhibition will run from Nov. 7 to Dec. 13. Visit Walking Through the Desert with My Eyes Closed by Nancy Floyd – Oregon State University for more info.

Corvallis Arts Walk. Downtown Corvallis, Corvallis. 4 – 8 pm. Free. The Corvallis Art Walk (CAW) is a monthly celebration put on by local artists on the third Thursday of each month. Check out the participating venues and enjoy the creative spirit of the Corvallis community. Visit https://theartscenter.net/corvallis-arts-walk/ for more info.

Game Night at the Library. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 5 – 6:30 pm. All ages. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library and over a thousand libraries around the world in celebrating International Games Month. 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. This event kicks off a monthly gaming meetup at the library for all ages that will take place November – April 2025 on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Visit Game Night at the Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Business After Hours – Conundrum House. Conundrum House, 460 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 5 – 7:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of socializing at Conundrum House. Members and non-members are welcome. There will be refreshments and registrants receive one free drink ticket. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.

School Board Meeting (School Improvement Plans). Location TBD. 5:30 – 9 pm. 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. Visit Calendar – Corvallis School District for more info.

Prenatal Yoga. Monarch on 4th, 520 NW 4th St, Corvallis. 6 – 7 pm. Cost: $5. This is a time to move and breathe, build strength and endurance, relax, and release in preparation for the journey of birth. Registration is not required, drop-ins welcome. Visit Prenatal Yoga – Pollywog (pollywogfamily.org) for more info.

No Place to Grow Old – A Humans for Housing Film. Whiteside Theatre. 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 – 8 pm. Corvallis Housing First is proud to host a screening of No Place to Grow Old, a new documentary by Humans for Housing. We will start the evening with a meet and greet with CHF staff and volunteers, followed by the screening, and a Q&A session with a panel of local experts. Visit WHITESIDE THEATRE – Home for more info.

“Two Birds, One Story: Ravens & Sage-grouse – a Complicated Relationship.” Alder Room, Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. Meet and greet 6:30 pm, business meeting 7:00 pm, and the presentation could start as early as 7:20 pm. Richard Rich is a master’s student and a member of OSU’s Sage Steppe Habitat Team. He will present an overview of both Greater Sage-grouse and Common Ravens, including ID tips and life history information. He will also describe his own research into raven-grouse interactions and surprising new evidence of undocumented raven behaviors. Visit ASC – Supporting conservation of natural habitat for wildlife and people for more info.

Dennis Monroe’s Funked Up Blues Jam. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Free. Visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon for more info.

OSU Wind Ensemble – Fall Concert. PRAx, Detrick Hall. 470 SW 15^th Street, Corvallis. 7 pm. Admission: $10, Students free. The Oregon State University Wind Ensemble features the most outstanding brass, woodwind, and percussion players on campus. This fifty-member ensemble explores new literature and performs the masterworks of the wind band ensemble genre. Visit OSU Wind Ensemble – Fall Concert | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Stories in Every Stitch: The Legacy of Local HIV Advocacy and the AIDS Quilt. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7 pm. In Stories in Every Stitch, local artist, activist, and cultural health scholar Dharmakrishna Mirza will explore the history of HIV resistance and advocacy in the Willamette Valley, centering on the work of Valley Aids Information Network, Inc. Through stories, Dharma honors the powerful symbolism of the AIDS Quilt and highlights how individual stories and community action have woven together to create a lasting legacy of hope, resilience, and activism. View the AIDS Memorial quilt panel on display during the Corvallis Arts Walk November 21^st. Visit Stories in Every Stitch: The Legacy of Local HIV Advocacy and the AIDS Quilt – Benton County Museums for more info.

Vinegar Tom. PRAx, Ray Theater, 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Admission: $15 general admission, $12 Senior, free for OSU students with valid student ID. Oregon State University Theatre kicks off its 2024-2025 Season of Scandal with Caryl Churchill’s experimental 1976 play, Vinegar Tom. Set in 17^th century England, the story depicts Alice and her cantankerous mother Joan who become targets of slander and persecution for their seemingly transgressive behavior. By combining historical witch trials with contemporary rock songs and witty dialogue, Churchill creates a haunting and timely examination of gender and power dynamics. Visit Fall Mainstage: Vinegar Tom | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Friday, November 22

Family Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10:30 –11 am. Free. Family Storytime is 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. Join them. Visit Family Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

Blood Drive @ the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th Street, Monroe. 11:30 am – 5 pm. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter MonroeOR to schedule an appointment. Visit Blood Drive @ the Monroe Community Library | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.

OSU Lyric Workshop (Fall). PRAx, Detrick Hall, 470 SW 15^th Street, Corvallis. 12 pm. Free. Offered as a course at OSU, the Lyric Workshop (aka “OpShop”, formerly Opera Workshop) provides a creative space for students to explore many genres and aspects of singing performances. Visit OSU Lyric Workshop (Fall) | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Dietary Nitrate and Nitrite: Understanding Contexts of Risk and Consideration as Conditionally Essential Nutrients. Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families, 115, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 1 – 2 pm. This seminar will delve into the current understanding of dietary nitrate and nitrite, exploring their sources, metabolism, and physiological effects. Dr. Hord will discuss the contexts in which these compounds may pose health risks, as well as the emerging evidence supporting their consideration as conditionally essential nutrients. Visit Dietary Nitrate and Nitrite: Understanding Contexts of Risk and Consideration as Conditionally Essential Nutrients – Oregon State University for more info.

2024 Christmas Tree Lighting and Visit from Santa. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath. 6 – 7 pm. Join them for the 2024 Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. They will have the PES Choir, Free Cocoa and Cookies, Santa will arrive, as well as Mack the Knight from the Corvallis Knights, Fire Engine #1, and the Frolic Rodeo Queen. Visit Local Business Advocacy | Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce | Philomath, OR for more info.

Early Fire. The Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 pm. Free. Early Fire will be bringing the Classic Rock hits. Visit Old World Center in Corvallis, Oregon for more info.

PRAx and the Darkside Cinema Present: Free Film Fridays. PRAx, Detrick Hall, 470 SW 15^th Street, Corvallis. 7 pm. Free. A series of free screenings hosted by Distinguished Professor of Film Jon Lewis is selected to spark discussions across disciplines. Professor Lewis will briefly introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion with OSU faculty experts on the film’s topic. Drop in, drop out. Bring a snack. November 22 – The Manchurian Candidate (with Associate Professor of Political Science David Bernell and Professor of Political Science Rorie Solberg). Visit FREE Film Fridays | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

Soriah w/ Wicking Ground & Solace. Whiteside Theatre. 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis.
7 – 10 pm. Admission: $10 – $15. Soriah is the stage persona for the internationally recognized artist, Enrique Ugalde. Soriah’s craft is a blending of traditional Khöömei (Tuvan Throat Singing), tempered with Soriah’s own visceral force. Soriah’s use of Khöömei as a transportive medium is an offering to nature in her own tongue, that of organic sound whether it be wind, water or the mimicry of animals. Visit WHITESIDE THEATRE – Home for more info.

Literary Northwest: A Book Reading with John Larison. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Join them for a reading by John Larison from his new novel, The Ancients. This event is open to the public and will be followed by a book signing. Visit Literary Northwest: A Book Reading with John Larison – Oregon State University for more info.

Vinegar Tom. PRAx, Ray Theater, 470 SW 15th Street, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Sign-language interpreted performance November 22. General admission $15, Senior $12, free for OSU students with valid student ID. Oregon State University Theatre kicks off its 2024-2025 Season of Scandal with Caryl Churchill’s experimental 1976 play, Vinegar Tom. Set in 17^th century England, the story depicts Alice and her cantankerous mother Joan who become targets of slander and persecution for their seemingly transgressive behavior. By combining historical witch trials with contemporary rock songs and witty dialogue, Churchill creates a haunting and timely examination of gender and power dynamics. Visit Fall Mainstage: Vinegar Tom | PRAx | Oregon State University for more info.

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