Tuesday, April 2
Benton County Board Meeting. 9 a.m. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. Attend Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82447796962?pwd=Hbhj0BnAt3lfvYfeWor28nl2YfDNAb.1; Zoom Meeting ID: 824 4779 6962; Zoom Passcode: 40300. Attend Via Phone: Dial (253) 215-8782, Meeting ID: 824 4779 6962; Passcode: 40300. Four County Service Districts Meetings will immediately follow the Board of Commissioners Meeting: Agricultural Extension Services, Alsea Human Services, Cascade View, and South Third Street. Visit https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/events/april-2-2024-tuesday-board-meeting/ for more info.
Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-602-5829. Basement Board Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax help with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income. Tax Assistance is by appointment only. Appointment scheduling begins January 22 at 541-602-5829. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/tax-assistance-appointment-call-541-602-5829-18094 for more info.
Infant Storytime. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Infant Storytime 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-15644 for more info.
Little Listeners Storytime at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. This 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-73 for more info.
Mental Health, Addictions, and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee (MHADDAC) Monthly Meeting. 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Every first Tuesday, the Mental Health, Addictions, and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee (MHADDAC) meets to discuss topics related to the populations represented in the advisory committee. It is open to the public and anyone interested in serving on the committee can contact Benton County for more information on the application process. Visit https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/events/mental-health-addictions-and-developmental-disabilities-advisory-committee-mhaddac-monthly-meeting/ for more info.
READ Dogs. Brookes Reading Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. Kids can practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs) on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm – 4:30pm. Permission form is required and filled out on-site. Limited spots available. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/read-dogs-35 for more info.
LEGO Day in Alsea! Alsea Meeting Room, Alsea Public Library, 19192 Alsea Hwy, Alsea. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Spend the afternoon building LEGO and DUPLO creations! All ages welcome. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/lego-day-alsea-17038 for more info.
Civic Campus Community Engagement Task Force. 5 p.m. Attend Virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CIRro6rNSY6LJWlxm2m2cw. Community members who wish to offer written or verbal testimony, preregister with Patrick W. Rollens, patrick.rollens@corvallisoregon.gov or call 541-766-6368. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/advisorygroups/page/civic-campus-community-engagement-task-force-1 for more info.
YOGA in the Gallery. The Art Center, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Suggested Donation: $5 – $15. Explore gentle yoga and enjoy a sense of community. Join for hour-long sessions in the beautiful Main Gallery. Bring your own mat*, blanket and/or block. No prior experience necessary. Visit https://theartscenter.net/event/yoga-in-the-gallery-15/ for more info.
Trivia Night. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free. Max Team size is 6 people. Show up early to sign your team up for the chance to win fun prizes. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html for more info.
Graphic Novel Club. 2nd Floor Board Room, Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library sponsored Graphic Novel Club virtually or in-person in the 2nd Floor Board Room of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library on the 1st Tuesday of every month (unless otherwise noted) from 6:00pm-7:00pm. New members always welcome. April 2nd: Artificial: A Love Story by Amy Kurzweil. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/graphic-novel-club-18210 for more info.
Philomath Evening Book Club. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Free. The Philomath Evening Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-evening-book-club-16709 for more info.
Wednesday, April 3
Tax Assistance by appointment call 541-602-5829. Basement Board Room, Corvallis Branch, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax help with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income. Tax Assistance is by appointment only. Appointment scheduling begins January 22 at 541-602-5829. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/tax-assistance-appointment-call-541-602-5829-18094 for more info.
Employment Help. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. Job-seekers and anyone with career and employment questions are invited to drop in to meet with an Employment Specialist from Worksource Oregon. Get free help with: Job Search assistance, Cover letter & resume assistance, Job training and job placement assistance, Interview assistance, Labor market information, and much more! Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/employment-help-46 for more info.
Toddler Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Toddler storytime 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-15705 for more info.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Public Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free. Children of all ages and families are invited to join at the Philomath Community Library. The library will have an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/philomath-storytime-17416 for more info.
Leadership Team –Commissioners May Attend. 1:30 p.m. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. Virtual: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84818104373?pwd=UU50Z3h2dy9PTHJlNTVpamgyTHJKQT09, Zoom Meeting ID: 848 1810 4373; Zoom Passcode: 853558. Listen By Phone: Dial (253) 215-8782, Meeting ID: 848 1810 4373; Passcode: 853558. Visit https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/events/april-3-2024-leadership-team/ for more info.\
Digital Life: Tech Help Lab. 2nd Floor Classroom, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Get free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring your computer or device or use one of ours. 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 https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/digital-life-tech-help-lab-29 for more info.
Build With the Beavs LEGO Club. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Build with fellow LEGO fans and Oregon State University student-athletes! Put your skills to the test with new building challenges each month. LEGO bricks provided. Drop in anytime during the hour. For more information, contact the Youth Reference Desk at 541-766-6794. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/build-beavs-lego-club-10 for more info.
City of Corvallis Planning Commission. 6:30 p.m. Observe the Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gZnxck4_QyuhWika4317aw. Submit Comments: Community members may use the following link to transmit their comments electronically: https://forms.corvallisoregon.gov/Forms/MeetingRegistration. Participate Via live Webinar: Registration must occur by noon the day of the meeting, if you would like to speak during the meeting. Community members may pre-register using this link: https://forms.corvallisoregon.gov/Forms/MeetingRegistration. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/advisorygroups-pc/page/planning-commission-16 for more info.
OSU Science Pub. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Discovering metabolic health through inhibition: Discovering new benefits of existing medications. Speaker Sean Newsom. Visit https://univevnts.eventcube.io/events/58049/science-pub-corvallis for more info.
Thursday, April 4
Board of Commissioners Meeting with Directors of Health Services and Community Health Centers. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Holmes & Shipley Room, Benton County Kalapuya Bldg., 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. View Virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmIwMjgzY2QtZT…, Meeting ID: 239 512 753 531; Passcode: xMbsZT. Visit https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/events/april-4-2024-commisioners-directors-health-services/ for more info.
CAAB Work Group Meeting – Utility Decarbonization. 10 a.m. The Climate Action Advisory Board (CAAB) Work Group – Utility Decarbonization – will be meeting virtually at 2:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend CAAB meetings. Those who would like to attend may Register and View Virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4ncpiVh4Qnq9SVLJ-ot1kw. Verbal or Written Testimony: Community members who wish to offer verbal or written testimony are encouraged to preregister and email city@corvallisoregon.gov by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/bc-caab/page/caab-work-group-meeting-utility-decarbonization for more info.
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-15793 more info.
Monroe Baby Storytime. Monroe Children’s Area, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Free. Join to read, sing, rhyme and move, followed by free play! Thursdays at 11:00 AM, for ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. 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/monroe-baby-storytime-8 for more info.
Public Seed Library Presentation. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free. Learn how to maximize your garden’s productivity working smarter with the space and materials you have to build and maintain a garden composting system! Intended for beginner and experienced gardeners: Bring your questions to this interactive presentation by Frederick Livingston, former Biointensive Teacher/Farmer at Ecology Action in CA. Sponsored by the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Visit https://corvallisbenton.librarycalendar.com/event/public-seed-library-presentation-18001 for more info.
City of Corvallis Council Work Session. 4 p.m. Madison Avenue Meeting Room, 500 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. The public may register to watch the meeting live on the internet via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LUG4jxs8Rd2T_bmgvuT7MA. 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. Visit https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/mc/page/council-work-session-96 for more info.
Artist Meetup. The Art Center – Main Gallery, 700 SW Madison Avenue, Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free. Join fellow creatives on first Thursdays! All media practices and levels of experience are welcome including (but not limited to), visual, dance, music, and writing. Bring a work-in-progress or completed work to receive feedback, bring a work, or article by someone else to discuss. Ask questions about creative sector business practices. Join a growing community of creatives! Visit https://theartscenter.net/artist-meet-ups/ for more info.
Tap Talk. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. Free. Tap Talks are Ted Talk like presentations from amazing women scientists and experts in our community. Hosted by 500 Women Scientists Corvallis in partnership with Common Fields in Corvallis, OR. Visit https://www.commonfieldscorvallis.com/events.html or 500 Women Scientists Corvallis Facebook Group for more info.
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