Friday, May 9
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru May 15th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday until May 16th. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Roots and Ink: The Art of Ciqing and Ta Moko Day 2. 8:30 am – 5 pm. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. The Asian and Pacific Cultural Center sponsors this 2 day series on the art of tattooing. Tattoo appointments available, van service provided. Visit Roots and Ink for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until May 10. This exhibit, on loan from the Oregon Historical Society, explores the story of Oregon wine and some of the moments that make up its history. The narrative spans over 150 years, from the pioneers who brought grapevines on the Oregon Trail to the winegrowers who blazed a new trail in the 1960s to the innovations continuing to take place across the state. Learn about the seasonal workers who support an entire industry and the dedication of people who have grown, made, and embraced Oregon wine. Visit Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine – Benton County Museums for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 pm – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape our future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info. 10:30 am.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Family Storytime. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 10:30 am. 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 CBCPL Family Storytime for more info.
Hesthaven Nature Center Open House. 8590 Oak Creek Drive, Corvallis. 12 – 2 pm. See the Museum & the Bluebird Display that honors the conservation efforts led by Elsie Eltzroth & the Bluebird team of volunteers that saved the Western Bluebird in the Willamette Valley. Hike along the Oak Creek riparian trail & in the meadow to see the spring blooms. Visit Natural Areas Week Hesthaven Open House for more info.
Consequences of Ending Federal Protections for Abortion in the United States: Lessons from the Turnaway Study. Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 1 pm. Diana Greene Foster, PhD is the Director of Research at UCSF’s Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health (ANSIRH) program. Dr. Foster specializes in using quantitative models and analyses to evaluate family planning policies and their effects on women’s lives, with a particular focus on unintended pregnancies and abortion access. Visit Consequences of Ending Federal Protections for Abortion… for more info.
Italian Conversation Circle. Einhorn House, 2638 NW Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 – 2:30 pm. A casual space for intermediate to advanced speakers to practice Italian, build confidence and connect with others. It’s all about conversation, culture and having fun with the language. Visit Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center Classes for more information.
Franklin School Neighborhood Trees Walking Tour. Franklin School, 750 NW 18th St, Corvallis. 2 pm. Celebrate the enduring companionship of heritage trees in the historic Franklin School Neighborhood. This one-hour guided tour includes the 1889 Franklin Square Park, Corvallis’ oldest park and home to more than 15 different tree species. Visit Benton County Oregon Franklin Trees Walking Tour for more info.
Franklin School Tour. Franklin School, 750 NW 18th St, Corvallis. 3 pm. Tour the historic Franklin School and learn about its history and how preservation was combined with renovation to give the historic resource continued life and best use. Visit Benton County Oregon Franklin School Tour for more info.
OSU MFA Reading Series. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 5 pm. In partnership with Oregon State University, the MFA Reading Series brings a monthly rotation of literary readings to the community. Each month one Poet, one Fiction Writer, and one Nonfiction Writer currently pursuing an MFA at OSU will read. Visit OSU MFA Reading Series for more info.
The Story of Oregon: One Historian’s Journey. Grassroots Books, 251 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm. Grass Roots is hosting William G. Robbins for a discussion and reading from two recent books, A Place for Inquiry, A Place for Wonder: The Andrews Forest and The People’s School: A History of Oregon State University. Visit Grassroots Books Events for more info
NERF Night @ Philomath. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 6:30 pm. Grades 4-12. Registration required, permission for required. Nerf Games at the Philomath Community Library after closure. The library provides NERF blasters, darts, and snacks. Participants are welcome to bring their own unmodded blasters; but no Rivals blasters or shields, please. Safety glasses are required and provided by the library. Visit Philomath Community Library NERF Night for more info.
The Jenner Fox Band Album Release with David Jacobs-Strain & Bob Beach. Whiteside Theatre, 461 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $25/advance, $30/same day. Celebrating their new album release, Anything. Since their conception on an experimental cargo bicycle tour through California in 2021, the Jenner Fox Band has delighted audiences up and down the west coast. The five piece band features pacific northwest all-star musicians on piano, organ, electric guitar, bass, dobro, acoustic guitar, and layered vocal harmony. Visit Jenner Fox Band Album Release for more info.
Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. An Improvisational rock-jazz quartet based in Portland, OR. whose fans praise them for their jams that are equally danceable and vibe-chillin’. Visit Old World Center more info.
My Fair Lady. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $22/person, $20/students and seniors. Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Pocket Expedition. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Cost: $5/person. Visit Facebook| Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Saturday, May 10
Mid Willamette Valley Birding Alliance: Second Saturday Field Trip. 8 am. Pre-Registration required. Led by Duncan Evered & Caryn Stoess. Visit Mid Willamette Valley Birding Alliance for more info.
Step into the Shadows of Benton County’s Past. Virtual Event. 8 am. Season 1 Launch. Rediscover the rich and mysterious history of Benton County through Spectres Past—a series of immersive, self-guided game experiences that blend local history with a twist of fiction. Across 12 unique episodes—available all month long during Historic Preservation Month—you’ll encounter figures from the past brought to life through interactive storytelling, clever clues, and hauntingly engaging gameplay. Choose a path: explore one episode or dive into all three seasons. Visit Benton County Oregon | Shadows of Past for more info.
Corvallis Farmers’ Market. 1st St and Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A bustling hub of activity and community connection. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park, the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Saturday Market for more info.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event. Republic Services, 110 NE Walnut Blvd., Corvallis. 9 am – 2 pm. Republic Services asks all residents of Benton County to bring their household hazardous waste in for safe disposal and recycling. There is no charge for residential customers with household quantities of waste. Visit Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event | Corvallis Oregon for more info.
Beavers, Blooms and Bees at Bald Hill. Bald Hill Park, 6460 NW Oak Creek Dr, Corvallis. 10 am. Visit stations along the Bald Hill area tails and learn about beavers, observe beaver dams, explore a restored prairie in bloom, and discover the bees and other pollinators that make it home.Visit Facebook.com | Beavers Blooms and Bees for more info.
Corvallis Kaleidoscope. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 10 am. A celebration for The National Science Foundation’s 75th Anniversary. STEAM activities, science fair, food trucks, and discussions on Western Science and Indigenous Ways of Knowledge. Visit OSU | Corvallis Kaleidoscope for more info.
Downtown Clean Up Day. Meet at the Harrison Bridge in Downtown Corvallis. 10 am. Focusing on the gardening and general cleanup of the parking area between Harrison and Van Buren. Rubber gloves, trash grabbers, trash bags, landscaping tools, and safety vests will be provided. Visit Downtown Corvallis | Clean Up Day for more info.
Mother’s Day Flower Festival. 2755 Greenberry Road, Corvallis. 10 am. Family friendly activities, craft tables, music and treats. Visit Willamette Grange for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main Street, Philomath.
10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until May 10. This exhibit, on loan from the Oregon Historical Society, explores the story of Oregon wine and some of the moments that make up its history. The narrative spans over 150 years, from the pioneers who brought grapevines on the Oregon Trail to the winegrowers who blazed a new trail in the 1960s to the innovations continuing to take place across the state. Learn about the seasonal workers who support an entire industry and the dedication of people who have grown, made, and embraced Oregon wine. Visit Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine – Benton County Museums for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape our future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Second Saturdays: Mandalas. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 1 – 4 pm. Mandalas are known for their meditative qualities, helping to reduce anxiety, encourage relaxation, and enhance focus. This activity is open to all ages and offers a creative way to engage in mindfulness through art. Visit Second Saturdays at the Arts Center for more info.
Go with the Flow Lactation Support Group. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. 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.
Fresh Flower Arranging Class. 2Towns Cider Taphouse, 33930 Southeast Eastgate Circle, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $55/person. Celebrate Mother’s Day (or just the sunshine) with Pami Monnette, the owner of County Line Flowers, for a creative and hands-on local flower arranging workshop. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce| Fresh Flower Class for more info.
Mothers Day Tea. Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 2 pm. Cost: $18/person in city, $22/person out of city. A fun afternoon tea party with a selection of different teas, food, and live music. Enjoy food from The Regent’s talented Executive Chef Brandy Foster. Visit City of Corvallis | Mothers Day Tea for more info.
Pasifika Fest. Student Experience Center Plaza, 2251 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 2 pm. The Pasifika Fest is designed to raise awareness about and celebrate Pacific Islander student and community traditions, histories, and identities at OSU and beyond. A central goal of this event is to create a greater sense of community and connection for Pacific Islanders within the OSU community. Visit OSU | Pasifika Fest for more info.
Majestic Family Flicks: Peter and The Wolf. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 3 pm. Cost: $5/ticket. This Academy Award winning interpretation on Sergei Prokofiev’s classic tale, Peter & the Wolf, is accompanied by a new orchestra recording, stop-frame model animation and state-of-the-art technology to create a magical world where little children can find strength and courage. Majestic Family Flicks are shorter, with lower volume and more light for children’s comfort. Visit Majestic Family Flicks: Peter and The Wolf for more info.
Grassroots Presents: Angelyn Voss. Grassroots Books, 261 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 6 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm. A discussion with author of Stand a Little Out of My Sun, Angelyn Voss. Visit Grassroots Book Store | Events for more info.
Filmed by Bike. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/in advance, $10/same day. This diverse collection mingles short films with a few heartfelt pieces that tell stories of how bicycles are changing lives. This year’s films include a stunning collection of fun, lighthearted movies, as well as important stories from all over the globe. Visit Whiteside Theatre| Filmed by Bike for more info.
Terry Robb with Adam Scramstad and Special Guest Walker T. Ryan. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
My Fair Lady. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $22/person, $20/students and seniors. Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Full Moon Ghost & True Crime Tour. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 8 pm. Cost: $19/early bird, $25/general. Delve into the eerie world of ghosts, murder, and grisly accidents. An hour hearing hair-raising stories outside the downtown Corvallis buildings where these hauntings, crimes, and accidents have been reported. Soak up a little Corvallis history along the way. Engage with fellow learning and history enthusiasts while exploring downtown Corvallis. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Emo Night. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Visit Emo Night | Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Sunday, May 11
Sunday Brunch with Karl Smiley. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 12 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday,10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 pm – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape our future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Oregon State University Historic District Walking Tour. East Side of the Community Hall,1650 SW Pioneer Place, Corvallis. 2 pm. Pre-Registration required. OSU is the only Oregon Campus listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Learn about the development of campus structures, and early Olmsted and Taylor campus plans, quads, and viewsheds. Visit Benton County Oregon | OSU Walking Tour for more info.
Celtic Music Session, Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 2 – 4 pm. Traditional Celtic Music Session. Participants should have some basic Celtic music experience or they can simply listen and enjoy. Contact Leslie Glassmire at glasslab@fastmail.fm for more info.
My Fair Lady. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 2:30 pm. Cost: $22/person, $20/students and seniors. Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Mid-Valley Belly Dance Collective. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Poetry Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Monday, May 12
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis.
8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru May 15th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Leticia Carson Symposium. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am. Learn the story of Letitia Carson, one of Benton County’s first Black residents (came to Oregon in 1845) and likely first black landowner in Oregon. Join us on a fieldtrip to her original homestead. Lunch provided. Visit Benton County | Leticia Carson Symposium for more info.
Senior Book Club. Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 – 2:30 pm. Ages 50+. First come, first serve. Copies of the book are available at the Adult Reference Desk. This month’s selection is The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes. Visit CBCPL Senior Book Club for more info.
Pawsitive Care Clinic. 398 Southwest Twin Oaks Circle, Corvallis. 2 – 5 pm. Appointments required. Affordable preventative healthcare for dogs and cats. Visit Heartland Humane | Pawsitive Care more info.
Community Grief Support Group. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Attend when you can or when you need support. Visit Corvallis Chamber of Commerce | Grief Drop In for more info.
City Budget Commission Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Corvallis City Council Meeting for more info.
VITA: Free Tax Preparation. Austin Hall Lobby, 2751 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 6 pm. Appointments required. Free tax preparation for individuals and families with low to moderate income. Visit VITA- Free Tax Preparation for more info.
Free Monday Night Meditation. Virtual event. 6:30 – 7:45 pm. Sessions are guided every week, often rotating through month-long themes from Buddhist and contemporary mindfulness practice traditions, which provide the primary perspective and frame. Pre-registration required. Visit Free Monday Night Meditation – Oregon State University for more info.
Jeff Suxx Trivia. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Whiteside Theatre Presents: Dr Strangelove (1964). Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/in advance, $10/same day. A mentally unstable American general orders a hydrogen bomb attack on the Soviet Union, triggering a path to global nuclear holocaust that a war room full of politicians and generals frantically tries to stop. Visit Whiteside Theatre| Dr Strangelove (1964) for more info.
Tuesday, May 13
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru May 15th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Tuesday Morning Greeters. Corvallis Knights, 302 4th St Suite 100, Corvallis. 8:30 – 9:30 am. Visit Corvallis Chamber Calendar for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday until May 16. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Board of Commissioners Goal Setting Meeting. Holmes and Shipley Meeting Room, Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 9 am. Visit Benton County Oregon Events for more info.
Born of Fire and Rain: Our Temperate, Temptestous Rainforest. Corvallis Community Center (C3), 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. Virtual attendance available. 9:30 – 11:30 am. Here at the tumultuous edge of a shifting continent, the temperate rainforest of the Pacific Northwest has a lot to say about living on a rapidly changing planet. Through words and pictures we will go on a journey beyond the grid of latitude and longitude to places where imagination reigns, to discover what it means to live in an ecological world. Visit Academy of Lifelong Learning Spring Schedule for more info.
Caregiver Connections Drop In Support Group. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street, Corvallis. 10:30 am. This group for family caregivers provides a safe and inviting place to share common experiences and support one another along the difficult path of the caregiving journey. Visit Caregiver Connections for more info.
Infant Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 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.
Preschool Science at the Monroe Community Library. Monroe Large Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St., Monroe. 10:30 – 11:30 am. Free. A special garden themed story time followed by hands on science and early literacy activities. Visit Preschool Science 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 Tuesdays 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 enjoy Tuesdays. Visit Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union – Oregon State University for more info.
Sustaining Agriculture and Food Production with Robotics and AI. Virtual Event. 12 pm. This lectures will focus on ongoing work at Oregon State University to create robots that use novel mechanical devices and sensors to manipulate plants. Visit OSU Virtual Faculty Lecture for more info.
Corvallis Chronicles. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 1:30 pm. Cost: $11/early bird, $15/general. Discover an hour of key moments in the region’s history, including how Montana impacted Willamette Valley agriculture and how medieval forests in Europe impacted the Pacific Northwest. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Hesthaven Nature Center Field Trip. Corvallis Community Center (C3), 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Pre-registration required. Explore the grounds, which burst with flowers in May. View the indoor educational exhibits while learning about the conservation and education activities that take place here. Visit Academy of Lifelong Learning Spring Schedule for more info.
Climate Justice and Feminist Insights for Blue Economies. Batcheller Hall, Room 150, 1791 Campus Way, Corvallis. 2 pm. Knott’s current research builds on her previous work aiming to better understand the broader social and ecological ramifications of current gendered and racialized labor processes within resource extraction and processing industries. for more info. Climate Justice and Feminist Insights for Blue Economies for more info.
Free Family Caregiver Support Group. Grace Center for Adult Day Services, 1400 NW 9th Street, Corvallis. 2 – 3:30pm. The support group is open to all family caregivers, whether they are using Grace Center’s services or not. Respite Care is available during the support group. Services are FREE for the duration of the support group. If the individual is not an enrolled participant, call in advance to discuss care needs. Visit Free Family Caregiver Support Group for more info.
Teen Sketch Club. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 4 – 5 pm. Grades 6-12. Teens who like to draw, paint, doodle, or collage, bring a favorite pencil and creativity. This is an hour of studio time filled with new art challenges, contests, learning and practicing new techniques. Visit CBCPL Teen Sketch Club for more info.
Community Planning Committee Meeting. Virtual Event. 4:30 pm. Visit League of Women Voters of Corvallis for more info.
Alive in the Margins. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Cost: Cost: $11/early bird, $15/general. Reservation required. A social justice foray into the past. The often-overlooked narratives of women, queerfolk, and people of color have shaped and enriched the tapestry of history. Hear remarkable stories of individuals whose struggles, triumphs, and contributions defied societal norms and odds to leave an indelible mark on the course of history. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Democracy in Action Featuring Patrick J Deenan. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Both the political left and political right accuses the opposite camp of an embrace of “illiberalism.” Professor Patrick Deneen will argue that these two developments are distinct outgrowths of liberalism itself, and hence less a departure than an intensification of liberalism. For this reason, the oft unstated desire to “return” to an older, acceptable liberalism in both camps is not likely or even viable. The question we face is not whether we are living in a postliberal age, but what kind of postliberalism will succeed. Visit Democracy in Action: A Lecture Series on American Pluralism for more info.
City Budget Commission Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit City Budget Commission Meeting for more info.
Astronomy On Tap. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Corvallis Chronicles. Meet at Courtyard Corvallis, 400 SW 1st St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $11/early bird, $15/general. Discover an hour of key moments in the region’s history, including how Montana impacted Willamette Valley agriculture and how medieval forests in Europe impacted the Pacific Northwest. Visit Engage Corvallis for more info.
Wednesday, May 14
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru May 15th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday until May 16th . Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Corvallis Farmers Market. Riverfront, Corvallis. 9 am – 1 pm. A relaxed midweek event highlighting local agriculture. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Riverfront Commemorative Park the market offers fresh and delicious locally sourced food and an opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Visit Corvallis Wednesday Market for more info.
Coffee with Your Economic Development Office. New Morning Bakery, 219 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am. Staff from the Economic Development Office will be on hand to meet with community members and discuss hot topics in economic development both locally and nationally. Visit Coffee with Economic Development Office for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape our future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info. 10:30 am.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Philomath Storytime. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath. 10:30 – 11 am. Free. Children of all ages and their families are invited to join them for an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music. Philomath Storytime | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 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.
Squishtivities. Philomath Meeting Room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate Street, Philomath. 11 am – 12 pm. Ages: Birth to 5 yrs, children. Squishtivities is an adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity. Visit Squishtivities | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Lunch and Learn: Josh Harris. Corvallis Chamber of Commerce, 420 NW 2nd Street, Corvallis. 11:30 am – 1 pm. Lights, Camera, Connection: Leveraging Social Media Video to Grow Your Business. Discover how small businesses can harness the power of social media video to boost visibility, engage customers, and drive real results—without a big budget or fancy equipment. Visit Lunch and Learn: Josh Harris for more info.
Parent Café. Monarch on 4th, 520 NW 4th St, Corvallis. 12 pm. Parent Cafe is a group where parents can talk about stressors, challenge thinking with question cards, and develop small goals to work on. Snacks are provided and children are welcome. Visit Parent Cafe-Pollywog for more info.
Random View: A Covenant of Water. Main Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 12 – 1 pm. A deep exploration of a selected book by a reviewer with expertise on the topic or theme of that book. Cosponsored by The Friends of the Corvallis- Benton County Public Library. Visit CBCPL Random Review for more info.
Corvallis Arts Walk. Downtown Corvallis, Corvallis. 4 p.m. – 8 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 participating venues and experience the creative spirit of Corvallis. Visit Corvallis Arts Walk for more info.
League of Women Voters: Voter Services Committee Meeting. Virtual Event. 5 pm. Visit League of Women Voters of Corvallis for more info
Macrofocus. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. Atmospheric rock duo Macrofocus returns to Corvallis for a concert in the courtyard at Common Fields, located in the heart of downtown, celebrating the release of their newest singles, “Stopping Time” and “Equilibrium.” Visit Commons Fields | Macrofocus for more info.
Urban Renewal Agency Budget Commission Meeting Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. Visit Urban Renewal Agency Budget Commission Meeting for more info.
City Budget Commission Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit City Budget Commission Meeting for more info.
Disposal Site Advisory Committee. Holmes and Shipley Meeting Room, Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Benton County | Disposal Site Advisory Committee for more info.
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies at OSU: Gender in Cinema. Darkside Cinema, 215 SW 4th St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Experience powerful stories exploring gender, identity, and resilience on screen. Featuring Lina Soualem’s Bye Bye Tiberias. Visit Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies at OSU for Gender in Cinema at the Darkside for more info.
Comedy Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Peace and Justice Song Circle. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Whiteside Theatre Presents: Mullholland Drive. Whiteside Theatre, 361 Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $8/advance, $10/same day. After a car wreck on Mulholland Drive renders a woman amnesiac, she and a Hollywood-hopeful search for clues and answers across Los Angeles in a twisting venture beyond dreams and reality. Visit Whiteside Theatre: Clue (1985) for more info.
Thursday, May 15
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis.
8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Dragomira Zhevela. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. Free. On exhibit thru May 15th. Draga is a self described maker with a preference for relief printmaking. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Maria T.D. Inocencio and Mark R. Smith present: A Ring. Fairbanks Hall Gallery, 220 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday until May 16th. Free. Invoking the landscape and its boundless horizon, the artists have created work which investigates universal rhythms—units of time, natural systems, work patterns, and the ongoing process of mortality and regeneration. Visit Fairbanks Hall Gallery- A Ring for more info.
Flight from Silence: The Art of Individuation. Corvallis Community Center (C3), 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. Virtual attendance available. 9:30 – 11:30 am. While exploring themesfor her Mythological Studies doctoral dissertation, Dr Rochelle Duffy embarked on an innovative and deeply personal project: a “sibliography.” Her journey from a whisper in the cacophony of a 17‐sibling household to a voice resonating with unique identity and insight is a tale as extraordinary as her upbringing. Dues for the Academy of Lifelong Learning are $110/year. Visit Academy of Lifelong Learning Spring Schedule for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info.
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape our future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info. 10:30 am.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Preschool Storytime. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. Corvallis. 10:30 – 11:15 am. Free. Ages 3-5. 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. Monroe Meeting Room, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 10:30 – 11:15 am. Ages: Birth to 5 yrs, children. Squishtivities is an adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity. Visit Squishtivities | Corvallis-Benton County Public Library for more info.
Drop-In Baby Weight and Feeding Clinic. Corvallis Birth & Wellness Center, 2314 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis. 10:30 – 11:30 am. A free drop-in hour to check baby’s weight, ask feeding questions, and get peer support. Open to human milk feeding parents and caregivers in the community. Visit Drop in Feeding Clinic for more info.
The Big Swing: How to Make Your Research Program Attractive to Donors. Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 12 pm. An engaging opportunity for researchers at all levels to learn how to make a research program attractive to donors and work with OSU foundation to cultivate these relationships. Visit OSU | The Big Swing for more info.
A Solo Bicycle Trip from Corvallis to DC. Corvallis Community Center (C3), 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. Virtual attendance available. 1:30 – 3:30 pm. In 2013, Dave Rabinowitz rode a bicycle from Corvallis to Washington, DC. The trip was done solo, mostly camping, and took six weeks. Rabinowitz will talk about the trip and some of the things he learned along the way. Visit Academy of Lifelong Learning Spring Schedule for more info.
Death Cafe. Lumina Hospice, 720 SW 4th Street, Corvallis. 4 pm. A gathering to drink tea, enjoy snacks, and discuss death. Everyone has an opportunity to share ideas, opinions, and questions about death in a supportive and safe environment. Visit Death Cafe for more info.
City Budget Commission Meeting. Downtown Fire Station: Council Chambers, 400 NW Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. 6 pm. Visit Corvallis City Council Meeting for more info.
Farming While Black. Learning Innovation Center, 165 SW Sackett Pl, Corvallis. 6 pm. A screening of the critically acclaimed feature film Farming While Black. The film highlights the rising generation of Black farmers who are finding strength in deep historical knowledge of African agrarianism — and its potential to save the planet. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with local farmers and activists. Visit OSU | Farming While Black for more info.
First Fruits: The Lewellings and the Birth of the Pacific Coast Fruit Industry. Main Meeting Room, Corvallis- Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 6 – 7 pm. Linda Ziedrich, author, will tell the story of Henderson, John, and Seth Lewelling, co-founders of the Pacific coast fruit industry. Visit CBCPL|First Fruits for more info.
CSD 509J Budget Committee Meeting. Corvallis School District, 1555 NW 35th St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Visit CSD 509J Calendar for more info.
MWBA (Audoban) Presents Jayshaun Talbert: “Northern Saw-Whet Owls: Population Shifts during Fall Migration?” Alder Room, Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. A presentation on the importance of studying owls and recent changes in the Northern Sw-Whel Owl’s migration. Visit Mid Willamette Valley Bird Alliance for more info.
Dennis Monroe’s Funked Up Blues Jams. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Old World Center more info.
Solo Artist Open Mic. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
Spring Mainstage: Hay Fever. PRAx, 470 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/general admission, $12/youth and seniors, free for OSU students. Hoping for a quiet weekend in the country with some guests, David Bliss, a novelist, and his wife, Judith, a retired actress, find quiet an impossible dream when their high-spirited children, Simon and Sorel, appear with guests of their own. Visit PRAx |Hay Fever for more info.
My Fair Lady. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $22/person, $20/students and seniors. Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Friday, May 16
Cindy Ingram. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 10th. Known for the vibrant use of color and unique approach to form, beautifully merging the natural world with creative abstraction. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Joanne Daschel. Giustina and Murdoch Galleries, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm. On exhibit thru July 17th. Passionate about environmental conservation, Joanne makes work that reflects on the impacts and interactions of humans on the surrounding species. Visit Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center for more info.
Nilly Livesay: Boundless. The Little Gallery, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. Showing thru June 13th. This exhibit is about the beauty of nuance of that intersectionality between academia and rural reality. Inspired by the techniques of abstractionists Gorky, Krasner, and Frankenthaler, these paintings also play upon the concepts of authoritative control, release, and adaptation. Visit The Little Gallery, Nilly Livesay: Boundless for more info.
Ancestry: Roots, Wings and Seeds. Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St, Philomath. 10 am – 4:30 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday. Exhibit runs until July 5. Features work by the Corvallis Art Guild. Visit Benton County Museum- Ancestry, Roots, Wings and Seeds for more info. .
Hemp Impressions: Sustainable Fiber and Fashion Reimagined. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm. Sunday, 12 pm – 4:30 pm. Demonstrating the use of hemp in various applications showcases the beauty and possibilities of this sustainable fiber. Industrial hemp is a versatile and sustainable fiber that has played a crucial role in human history and continues to shape our future. This exhibit explores hemp’s history, uses, and the promising future of this remarkable plant, including its revolutionary impact on the fashion industry. Visit Corvallis Museum, Hemp Impressions for more info.
Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second Street, Corvallis. 10 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 12 – 4:30 pm through October 12. Members free; non-members $5. Utilizing many of the taxidermy birds from the Horner Collection, this exhibit will look at the connections between fashion, feathers, and the conservation work of William L. Finley. It will include historical information and photographs, contemporary and historic art, textiles and clothing pieces, and more. Visit Put a Bird on It! Finley, Feathers, & Fashion – Benton County Museums for more info.
Salmon Bake. Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws (Native American Longhouse), 311 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 12 pm. Celebrate Pacific Northwest salmon culture. Visit OSU |Salmon Bake for more info.
College of Health Graduate Symposium. Hallie E Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families, 2631 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. 1 pm. Graduate students will present their latest research accomplishments and scientific discoveries, highlighting the innovative work being conducted across diverse health-related disciplines. Visit CoH Graduate Symposium for more info.
Italian Conversation Circle. Einhorn House, 2638 NW Jackson Ave, Corvallis. 1:30 – 2:30 pm. A casual space for intermediate to advanced speakers to practice Italian, build confidence and connect with others. It’s all about conversation, culture and having fun with the language. Visit Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center Classes for more information.
After School Pokemon League. Monroe Large Meeting Space, Monroe Community Library, 380 N 5th St, Monroe. 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Celebrate Pokemon with games, cards, crafts and snacks! Visit CBCPL | After School Pokemon League for more info.
Untold Stories of OSU Walking Tour. Meet at the East side of Reser Stadium, 660 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 4 pm. Learn about ten significant people, events, and locations pertaining to the history of students of color at Oregon State University and how they strived to make OSU a more inclusive and equitable campus. Visit Benton County Oregon OSU Walking Tour for more info.
Oregon’s “Trail of Tears.” Robnett’s Hardware, 400 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 5:30 pm. These landscape photographs illustrate the fraught expedition that US Indian Agent George Ambrose detailed in his daily journal, documenting his removal of several hundred indigenous people from Southern Oregon to a reservation in the Willamette Valley. The imperfect photos play off the serendipitous technical flaws to create ghostly images that echo the grim history of the past and capture the forgotten and seldom told story of Oregon’s “Trail of Tears.” Visit Benton County | Oregon’s Trail of Tears for more info.
Ida Jane and the Weekend Gardners with Jobe Woosley. Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6 pm. Homegrown folk, alt-rock and indie vibes. Visit Old World Center more info.
Repair Fair. OSUsed Warehouse, 644 SW 13th St, Corvallis. 6 pm. A space that allows people to exchange ideas rather than dollars, develop people into fixers rather than consumers, and reuse materials rather than waste them. Visit Repair Fair for more info.
MFA Alumni Reading Featuring Zoë Bossiere and Julia Malye. Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 6:30 pm. Zoë Bossiere is the author of Cactus Country: A Boyhood Memoir. They are the managing editor of Brevity: A Journal of Concise Literary Nonfiction and co-editor of the anthologies The Best of Brevity and The Lyric Essay as Resistance: Truth from the Margins. Julia Malye is a native Parisian and author of four novels – La Fiancée de Tocqueville, Thémoé, Les Fantômes de Christopher D, and her newest novel, Pelican Girls, translated from French and released in the U.S. this year. She teaches creative writing at Sciences Po Paris. Visit MFA Alumi Reading for more info.
Charity’s Kiss with Slippy and the Sheets and Kiss the Millers. Whiteside Theatre, 461 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7 pm. Cost: $10/advance, $15/at door. Visit Charity Kiss with Slippy and the Sheets for more info.
Towards the Ocean, Towards the Shore. PRAx, 470 SW 15th St, Corvallis. 7 pm. A poetic, experimental debut by Sky Hopinka. Circling the origin of the death myth from the Chinookan people in the Pacific Northwest, the film follows two people as they wander through their surrounding nature, the spirit world, and something much deeper inside. Visit PRAx | Towards the Ocean, Towards the Shore for more info.
Delgani String Quartet: Audience Choice. First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW 8th St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $30/general, $10/student, 12 and under free. Concluding the 10th season with a special Delgani-audience collaboration. Delgani Subscribers have cast their votes for the primary work on this program: Shostakovich’s Eighth Quartet. Rounding out the performance will be works by Caroline Shaw and Beethoven. Visit Delgani String Quartet for more info.
My Fair Lady. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $22/person, $20/students and seniors. Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores. Visit The Majestic Theatre for more info.
Spring Mainstage: Hay Fever. PRAx, 470 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 pm. Cost: $15/general admission, $12/youth and seniors, free for OSU students. Hoping for a quiet weekend in the country with some guests, David Bliss, a novelist, and his wife, Judith, a retired actress, find quiet an impossible dream when their high-spirited children, Simon and Sorel, appear with guests of their own. Visit PRAx |Hay Fever for more info.
Zeke and Eveu and Fireable Offense. Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis. 9 pm. Cost: $5/person. Visit Bombs Away Cafe for more info.
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