Thursday, March 21
Preschool Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Preschool storytime is for children 3-5 years old and happens every Thursday from 10:30-11:00 AM. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program: first come, first served. Space is limited due to the room capacity and to provide a positive, safe environment for all. Children must be accompanied by a grown-up. Many lasting friendships start at Storytime! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-15792 more info.
Squishtivities at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Public Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Free. This event takes place at the Monroe Community Library. 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/squishtivities-monroe-community-library-5 for more info.
Joint City Council/Budget Commission Work Session. 4 p.m. In Person: Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council work sessions. This work session will be held in-person and virtually. See the published agenda for work session details and participation instructions. The public may register to watch the meeting live on the internet via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oLe29ixoRtWPbowzrsSABw. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/mc/page/joint-city-councilbudget-commission-work-session for more info.
Corvallis Arts Walk. Various Locations, Downtown Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. 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 stunning visual art at the venues listed via the link below and enjoy the creative spirit of the Corvallis community. Visit https://theartscenter.net/corvallis-arts-walk/ for venues more info.
Moonlight Meander at Peavy Arboretum. Peavy Arboretum, 8392 NW Peavy Arboretum Rd., Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. In partnership with the Corvallis Environmental Center and Winter Wildlife Field Days, The College of Forestry/OSU Research Forests are pleased to announce Moonlight Meander 2024! Join us to explore the Unseen Worlds in the forest, as day turns to night. Thursday, March 21st. 6:30-8pm, Free with registration, Guided forest walks, All ages, family-friendly activities, Accessible hikes. Se habla español – guías bilingües y materiales impresos disponibles. Visit https://www.fws.gov/event/moonlight-meander-peavy-arboretum for more info.
Friday, March 22
Family Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. 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! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-15829 for more info.
Philomath Museum Storytime. Offsite Philomath, Benton County Historical Society Philomath Museum,1101 Main St., Philomath. 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Free. The Philomath Community Library is partnering with the Benton County Historical Society to bring you Storytime at the Philomath Museum! Free admission for children and families. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-museum-storytime-17776 for more info.
Teen Takeover: NERF. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Free. Registration for this event will close on March 22, 2024 @ 4:00pm. Allowed Grades: 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Visit link for seat and waitlist availability. Teens in grades 6-12, come play Nerf Games in March! Participants MUST register to attend this event; day-of walk-ins may not be accepted. The library provides Nerf blasters, darts, and snacks. Teens are welcome to bring their own un-modded blasters; no Rivals blasters or shields, please! This event opens at 6:30pm; the library closes at 6pm. Teens at the library at close must exit and then re-enter through the library doors on Monroe Ave. Teens will be released at 8:30pm through the same doors. NOTE: in addition to this registration, all teens must turn in a permission form signed by a parent or guardian to participate. Permission forms will be available at the library at the Youth Desk and in the teen space, as well as at the event. Forms may also be printed from here. Once submitted, the permission form is good for the entire school year. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-takeover-nerf-17964 for more info.
Live Music: Tuesday String Band. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Tuesday String Band will be bringing their fast pickin’ to the Old World Deli! Visit https://www.oldworldcenter.com/#Events for more info.
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