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Gratitude: The Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 After Thanksgiving

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Late one evening I was scrolling through my Facebook news-feed and noticed one of my friends had posted a picture of a young woman sitting upon a toilet in a dirty bathroom while breastfeeding her young baby. The caption on the picture read, “Bon apétit.” I was appalled at the fact that many mothers are forced to feed their children in filthy places when there is no other place to go.

Social media has twisted our minds into thinking that breastfeeding in public is a form of pornography and have left mothers feeling shamed. Whether you chose to cover up with a blanket, move to your car, or another room in your home while guests are visiting, women continue to receive shady glances, whispers and judgment for how they choose to feed their children. On the flip side, women also are being shamed for formula-feeding their children.

I spoke with several different women through social media and in person about breastfeeding versus formula-feeding and the shaming that they received. Research clearly states that breastfeeding provides both the mother and baby with many health benefits. For baby, the benefits include antibodies that help resist illnesses, better digestion, and a lowered risk for SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). For Mom, the benefits include a reduction in her risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer, as well as heart disease.

While experts say that “breast is best,” many women find that

breastfeeding is near to impossible for them and choose to formula feed instead. For many, the decision to breastfeed or formula feed is personal and based upon their own comfort level, lifestyle, and specific medical situations. In Alison B’s case, she had previously attended a breastfeeding class, but chose to formula feed because she found that

breastfeeding wasn’t for her. Some people thought her choice was due to lack of education on the benefits of breastfeeding. Other people assumed that she couldn’t breastfeed and would reassure her that she “wasn’t a failure because a lot of women cannot breastfeed.” Neither was the case, which made her choice even more suspect.

Along the same spectrum, women often receive shaming when they start out breastfeeding, but then transition to formula. Ally M. says, “I was unable to produce enough breast milk for my baby to thrive, so I had to supplement. At eight weeks I switched over to all formula because I was spending over three hours a day attached to a pump to get a half ounce total. It was emotional and I felt bad because I wanted so badly to breastfeed. Flash forward to when my baby was almost six months old and I went to a moms group on Facebook for advice on starter foods. I prefaced my question with how much formula my baby was eating and a woman chimed in to let me know that it really didn’t matter what food I feed her to start because she’s essentially already ruined by having formula-fed her.”

No matter what decision we make for ourselves and our families, we are never going to get 100% agreement from others. Instead of judging others, why can’t we just support each other? We’ve all been there at the 4 a.m. feeding or worn spit-up stained clothes while grocery shopping, with dark circles under our eyes. No matter how you feel about someone’s choices regarding breastfeeding or any parenting decision, the bottom line is we are all doing what we feel is best for our family, we are all making the tough decisions, and we all need to support one another.

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I’m making leftover turkey sandwiches— pieces of toast spread with mayonnaise and topped with thin slices of turkey and globs of homemade stuffing. The phone rings and I quickly lick my fingers, savoring the zip of sage, before grabbing the receiver.

It’s my mother-in-law, calling with her annual day-after-Thanksgiving request. She’s not asking me to go shopping. Instead she’s calling with another question: What do my children want for Christmas?

Pretty soon there will be others e-mailing and phoning to find out the same thing. Aunts, uncles, grandparents, great-grandparents will all want to know what my children would like for Christmas.

I glance at my three girls, scattered around our kitchen setting out food and plates, preparing for our lunch. I know what their answer will be. It’s the same every year. They won’t want much, not yet at least. But they will soon enough, once I start prodding them.

The irony of the situation slaps me like a linebacker hitting his opponent. The words of gratitude, the remembrances of all the plenty we enjoy, have barely died on our lips. The leftovers of our Thanksgiving dinner have yet to be relished and now I have to ask my girls what they want. What possibly could they want? The rods in their closets are crammed with filled hangers. Bins of Polly Pockets, Legos, and American Girl doll accessories cover the toy shelves in our house. Our two-car garage can only fit one car because of the bikes and outdoor toys. They have all they need and much of what they hadn’t even thought to want.

Every year the question of what my kids want for Christmas leads me to use tactics that would make a telemarketer blush. First I ask for their lists. But rarely are those lists long enough to match the number of people shopping for them. So I shove toy catalogs and store wish books into their hands. I remind them of things they’ve noticed on shopping outings. I urge them to think of something more,

some object they think they’ll enjoy.I do these things in the name of

pleasing others— pleasing those who love my daughters and want to show it by bestowing well-liked gifts. I do it to please my girls, however momentarily, in the receiving of those gifts. I do it to please everyone but myself.

Each year when I badger my children for their wish lists, I feel a bit of myself slipping away. That part of me that says to “let them be.” The part that says they can enjoy Christmas without so much stuff. Am I selling us out, myself and my children? Am I bowing to consumerism to blot out gratitude so quickly?

What if we made no wish lists? Would we continue to be thankful for what we already have?

And my biggest question: How do I cultivate gratitude in my family amidst a consumer culture that has made an art of creating wish lists? How do I sustain the thankful spirit for more than 24 hours?

My biggest wish this year is for a holiday from the holiday rush. I wish for Thanksgiving to extend beyond one parade-and-turkey-and-football-filled day. I

wish that Christmas would move back to its place (at least back to December) and stop stealing the show from Thanksgiving.

I’m thankful for leftover turkey sandwiches. I’m thankful for three grinning girls sitting around my counter eating them. And I’m thankful for grandmas who faithfully call each year to find out what these children would enjoy receiving. The only thing I still need on this day after Thanksgiving is a little more time to enjoy how fortunate we are.

My grip on the phone receiver relaxes as I turn away from my children and gaze at the Thanksgiving decorations on the fireplace mantle in the next room.

“Can I get back to you on that?” I say to my mother-in-law.

I breathe a sigh of gratitude as she agrees to let it go for today, because today I plan to continue making a list of what we have to be thankful for. And that’s the list I need most right now. Lara Krupicka is fortunate to have a terrific husband and three very lucky girls.


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The school year has begun with children thriving, learning and enjoying new challenges. Many parents are happy with their educational choice; however, some are concerned their child is not flourishing in their current setting. They wonder if there is a better fit for their child.

Not all children thrive in the same educational setting; each child is unique, as are their educational needs. Communicating with your child and their teacher is essential in evaluating whether a change is needed. Many teachers are gracious with their time and eager to help students succeed even if it means a change is necessary. If you decide a change is needed, what are our local options?

PUBLIC SCHOOLSPublic schools are a popular

option in our area. According to Brenda Downum-VanDevelder, Communications Coordinator at Corvallis School District, Corvallis’ support of public education has “resulted in strong enrollment, and strong academic performance.” Albany, Philomath and Monroe schools have similar community support.

Carrol has children in Corvallis schools, saying the excellent ratings in Corvallis Public Schools was paramount in her educational choice. Her children have succeeded, one of them receiving a scholarship to USC. But, she feels that regardless of how well a school performs, parents need to “keep an eye on their children’s progress.” If extra

help is needed, parents can support those needs at home. She believes “the secret is keeping your children accountable” making their teachers your, “allies.” Her children have had “wonderful teachers, who have made really strong positive impressions.”

Albany area parent Cassie is happy with her children’s schools,

as well. They have been, “proactive” at meeting her children’s needs and “keeping the kids on track.” She appreciates Pinnacle, the online system for parents and students to view grades, assignments, attendance, and other student information. She sees it as an important bridge between home and school.

FRANKLINThis is a public “school of choice”

in the Corvallis School District that has no attendance boundaries. Franklin uses the nationally-accredited core knowledge curriculum. According to a Franklin parent, the school has a community feel where parents are welcomed and involved. It is a 100% transfer school, but district transfer for Franklin will not reopen until March. For more information, call their office at (541) 757-5747.

CHARTER SCHOOLSCharter schools are tuition free

public schools, but they are funded differently and do not have school borders for attendance. Melissa’s son was struggling in school, and needed a change. After exploring all the options, she decided a charter school was, “by far the best choice for him.” She has three children, one in a traditional public school, and two in a charter school, as her children are all different, they need different educational settings. She believes the most important thing is to listen to your kids, because you may find they don’t all have the same needs. Locally-sponsored charter schools include Muddy Creek (K-5) in the Corvallis School District and Kings Valley Charter School (K-12) in the Philomath School District, which has received some national attention for its rigor.

ONLINE PUBLIC SCHOOLAlbany Online is the only local

Educational ChoicesTwo Months into the School Year, Are You Wondering If Your Child

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full-time online K-12 school. They are currently in their third year with 90 students. Emily Valdez, Online Program Specialist says students from Albany and neighboring communities are welcome to enroll. They have resources for children on IEPs, with a site for extra support, lunch, academic assistance, electives, music and PE. The enrollment process is easy and upon graduation students receive a fully accredited diploma. Visit www.albany.k12.or.us for information on all Albany Public Schools including Albany Online.

PRIVATE SCHOOLSThere are several private schools in

the mid-valley. Some are religious and some are secular / independent in their mission; all charge tuition but most have limited need-based scholarships available. Most private schools tailor the curriculum, learning opportunities and school environment around school beliefs, mission statements, ideologies, and their student population. Class sizes are often smaller; some have sports, drama, foreign language instruction, and some do not. Since private schools are directed and owned privately, they vary greatly making it necessary to investigate each school individually. Asking questions and setting up a tour is a great initial step.

Mid-Valley parent Brenda’s four children are in a private school. She was prompted to change her educational choice, because her oldest son needed a smaller class size. She felt like her son was “getting lost in the shuffle.” Their family began the search for a different educational setting. They did their homework and investigated different schools, and got advice from other parents before they finally found the school that she describes as the only place for her family. She places great importance in having choices in education, “School is a very important decision. The teachers are with our children several hours a day. Their peers

influence them.” She advises parents to decide what’s important and needed for your family allowing those priorities to help in making the best educational decision.

HOMESCHOOLHomeschool is when a child

is educated by a parent outside of a traditional public or private school, usually in the family’s home. Homeschool has increased in popularity in recent years. Many parents are eager to be involved in their children’s education, and some desire to tailor that education specifically for their child. There are laws surrounding homeschool, so be educated on these laws before taking your children out of school. The homeschool laws in Oregon

are not burdensome or complicated. A summary can be found at the web site http://www.oceanetwork.org/started/law.

Jen, homeschool mother of three, says that she “always wanted to be a teacher. Even before her children were born, she knew she would homeschool them.” She has a strong belief in hands-on learning and teaching through play and activities. She finds that homeschooling gives her the opportunity to give each of her children the unique education they need, while emphasizing the love of learning. She has found great support through homeschool support groups and feels they have been very important for her family. She encourages everyone to give their children, “the best education

you can give them because it is the foundation for the rest of their life.”

Unschooling is a form of homeschool that is very child-led. According to the Linn Benton Lincoln Education Service District (LBL ESD), the central philosophy of unschooling is child-directed learning. Before deciding to unschool Kathlenn read many books, investigated the options and talked with other unschool families. She was educating her children through traditional homeschooling, but felt unschooling was a better fit for her children. She explains that unschooling varies greatly, saying that on one end of the spectrum some families embrace an environment where the child is in charge of what, when, how, where, and why they learn, and at the other end there are parents who require some subjects to be completed using a more traditional approach, but allow others to be focused on the child’s interest. She believes, “the best classroom is the world and life is all about learning. She emphasizes that, “each parent knows their child better than anyone else, so mold your child’s education around what works for your child.”

The LBL ESD is a resource for homeschooling laws, support groups, testing, and you can request a homeschool packet there too, visit www.lblesd.k12.or.us/homeschool.

ABOUT CHOOSINGThe overwhelming sentiment shared

by all these parents is the importance for each family to have the right to choose the education that best fits their child while being respected and supported in that choice. Each child is unique, and each family is as well. Being united as parents who are doing our best for our children while allowing other parents to do the same without any judgment may offer children the most impactful lesson of all.

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Divorce and death in the family are hard enough on those of us with the coping skills of an adult, but children deal with grief very differently than adults. Often a child will seem perfectly fine, until they don’t. While change is never easy, there are a few things you can do to help ease your child through a difficult time.

No matter the type of difficult situation your family is experiencing, there are two important things you can do to help your child. First, explain the event in the best possible way you can, and second, seek professional counseling for both yourself and your child. The counselor can give you tips tailored to your individual child’s needs and help you through uncomfortable times, so that you can be more present for your child.

When it comes to grief, there are usually two events in a child’s life that are the biggest causes of grief: Divorce and the death of a close family member or friend. In the next few paragraphs, we offer a few tips to get you and your child through emotionally stressful times.

A divorce is never easy. There is anger, resentment, hurt and disappointment abounding. Many children have such a hard time dealing with divorce that it follows them throughout their lives. But luckily, there are many things you can do to make divorce a little bit easier on your little one.

First, make sure that you tell your children about the divorce in a calm and loving way. It’s a good idea to try to tell them together with your spouse, and for both of you to reassure the children that

none of the divorce is due to them. After separating, it is important to

remember that although you are no longer with your spouse, they are still your child’s parent. You can ease the process by keeping routines as much the same as possible; try to not change your child’s school or the things he or she does after school. Maintaining your child’s relationships with other people is important too. He should still be allowed to see all of the family’s friends and relatives.

A very important part of divorce is to remember to not use your as a messenger, a spy or a weapon. She has a right to be just that, a child, and making her carry messages to her other parent, spy on the other parent’s actions, and be a reward or punishment for the other parent’s behavior

is unfair to her. If possible, it is helpful to find a

counselor who can see both you and your child.

Also, the death of a friend or close family member will be traumatizing on a child if not dealt with in a healthy way. The following are a few tips to help a child deal with death in a way that can promote growth and healing for you both.

First, remember that children can sometimes have a hard time grasping the finality and concept of death. It is important to explain death in truthful and plain terms. Kidshealth.org suggests using the phrase, “The person’s body stopped working, and doctors were not able to fix it. “ This helps the child to understand that death is not something caused by wrong

actions, misbehavior, or other scary things, but simply that its something that happens.

They recommend not using euphemisms like saying that the person “Went away” or “Went asleep” because it can cause anxiety and fear about going to sleep or having a loved one leave their presence. Instead, whenever they ask about the person, remind them that the person has died, and they will not be coming back.

These conversations are also a good time to share with your children about your religious or spiritual beliefs about death and the afterlife.

As far as the funeral goes, give your children the choice of whether they would like to attend. Explain what a funeral entails and that people may be crying or upset. If your child is not comfortable with the idea of a funeral, it is important that you respect that choice, and find alternate plans for your child while you attend.

Do not be afraid to allow your child to see your grieving process either. It is critical that he understands that expressing emotions in healthy ways is important in healing from a death.

Finally, seeking a grief counselor for your child and yourself can assist you in healing yourself, as well as helping your child deal with their grief.

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In April of 2013, we had a beautiful baby boy named Oliver and we gave him all of the love we could for 18 days until he passed away. We found out when I was 20 weeks pregnant that he had a very serious congenital heart defect called hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), and as the pregnancy progressed, we learned that his specific malformation was even more complicated than normal.

Usually, babies born with HLHS need several open heart surgeries in the first few years of life and a new heart in their teen years, but doctors weren’t convinced that he would be a candidate for the usual series of surgeries.

We spent a week at Doernbecher’s Children’s Hospital, and then were transferred to Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital in Stanford, California, to await a heart transplant. He had one open heart surgery while we were there waiting, but he passed away before a donor heart become available. All along I had been holding onto any piece of hope I could, and my worst nightmare had come true. We returned to Oregon completely broken.

October was SIDS, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month; however, for those who have lost a child, the devastation isn’t confined to only one month out of the year. No one wants to think about the death of a child, and when it happens, it’s hard to know how to support the parents and family members. Everyone deals with grief differently, so there is no one solution to helping a bereaved friend, but there are some things to think about when trying to comfort them that we learned first-hand when going through this process.

Ask where we need help, but don’t assume. We had people practically demanding that they take our other daughter for us, but the last thing we wanted was to be apart from her. I didn’t even want her out of my sight and it was important for all of us to be together as we worked through what had just happened. We also had a really sweet group of people that organized a meal train for us, but after living in a Ronald McDonald house for what felt like a lifetime, I was so looking forward

to being back in my own kitchen and having a choice in what I ate. We ended up freezing all of the meals and then using them over the next year or so. One of the best things that we received was a sympathy card full of gift cards for restaurants, a facial and a massage. It was so nice because it was up to us to decide when to use them, but it gave us a reason to take care of ourselves.

Be ready to listen. Not everyone wants to talk about the way that they are feeling, but giving them the opportunity to do so means a lot. It’s great to ask us how we are doing, but this isn’t the appropriate time to share your own stories of loss; there will be plenty of time for that later. It’s really important to just be there to listen and it’s okay to say that you don’t know what to say. It’s an

honest response, because no one knows the perfect thing so say in that situation.

Hearing a lot of cliché platitudes can make us feel more alone, because we can’t always relate to them. I had someone tell me that our son was in heaven with both of my grandmas taking care of him. It’s a nice sentiment, except that both of my grandmas are still alive and well! We also had a lot of people who insisted that our son was in a “better place.” Whether or not you believe in an after-life, it’s hard as a parent to imagine that there is a better place for your baby than in your arms.

Our child is still a part of our family. It’s hard when strangers ask me how many children I have. The reason that I struggle with it, is that I don’t want to make a stranger feel awkward, so if

a cashier at the store comments on the huge age gap between my two daughters and asks if there are any children in between, I usually just smile and shake my head “no.” It isn’t because I don’t want to talk about and acknowledge my son; I love to talk about him and it’s hard when people avoid saying his name.

I was at a baby shower about six months after we lost our son, and everyone was talking about pregnancy, childbirth and newborn babies. My oldest daughter was 8 at the time, so no one was asking me questions and everyone was avoiding eye contact with me. One of my friends who was sitting near me, asked me a question about my most recent pregnancy and even said my son’s name, and it completely made my day. I’m sure I was beaming as I answered her.

Grieving doesn’t stop when the cards stop coming. We had a flurry of cards, flowers, meals, phone calls, texts, and gifts for a few weeks. People were so wonderful about checking in with us to make sure that we were okay. And then it all stopped. Apparently our grieving period was supposed to be over. The problem is that when you lose a child and you have other children, you’re still a mom or dad. Not only do you need to continue to make sure that all of their physical needs are met, you have to help them through the loss of a sibling.

It wasn’t until months later that it really hit me hard, which was long after most people had stopped checking in to make sure that I was okay and I started to feel really alone and forgotten. I went from having so much support that I didn’t even know what to do with it, to almost none at all. Sending a card to acknowledge a significant date, like their birthday, can mean a lot even years down the road.

The bottom line is that everyone’s story is different and we all have our own unique coping mechanisms, so don’t feel like you need to know exactly what to say or do. The best thing that you can do is to be ready to be a friend when we’re ready for one.

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Until recently, I was one of those parents who thought that they had a good handle on their children’s internet usage. I would hear the stories about how someone’s kid was messaging with some unknown adult male and think to myself, “How irresponsible of the parents to allow their child to be on those sites or play those games.”

A few weeks ago my opinion change—and I realized that anyone could be the parent of a child who is taken advantage of by someone on the internet. The wake-up call came from my sister. My daughter had decided to use a social networking site that she was not supposed to be on and had begun chatting with a guy who said he was 19 years old. After a long talk, and giving her electronics a time-out, I had her do some research on internet safety and create a PowerPoint for me on what she learned. The project opened her eyes — and changed her view on social networking.

For my part, I realized that I needed to educate myself on ways to better protect all of my children, so I did some research as well. On the internet I found several videos that you can show your children on the matter, including some directed toward younger children.

On the local level, I spoke with Lt. Cord Wood of the Corvallis Police Department (CPD). He shared how his office regularly receives all kinds of complaints concerning internet safety; some from local citizens and some from the Department of Human Services (DHS) and the National Center for Missing and

Exploited Children. While internet bullying makes the headlines, his office does not receive a lot of complaints about bullying; instead, most complaints are related to pornography and sexual conversations or inappropriate pictures.

When I asked Wood about chat room

incident reports, he explained that most complaints at this point stem from sites like Facebook and other lesser-known social networking websites. Recently, CPD joined with the Department of Justice to set up a sting operation and, within the first hour, they had an adult male

initiating a conversation with a juvenile. As a parent I asked him how we can

better protect our children. Lt. Wood said “Parents have to be involved; they have to know what (their) kids are doing. Having a computer in a room separate from the family is less than ideal. And make sure to have access to you kids’ smart phones.” Lt. Wood went on to add that “the downside of technology is that anyone can reach into a kid’s pocket and their phone and that anyone can be approached.”

One other problem that he high-lighted: If it goes on the internet, it lasts forever. Think of it this way: when you post a picture or a thought, people can share it; and once it’s been shared, it can be shared again and again. You can take one copy down, or even all the copies down, but if anyone has saved it to their hard drive, it can be put back up online. There is no way to get it completely off the internet; once it is out there, it is gone.

It can be explained to your teen like this: if you or one of your friends takes an embarrassing picture of you and posts it to their Facebook account, their friends can choose to like it, comment on it, hide it, share it, or save it, even if it was only up for two seconds. Once that picture is posted, it is out there forever. Lt. Wood urges parents to “have the conversation that the internet is forever, and talk about what is said and sent to other people.”

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November 2015

Ongoing EventsAlbany Farmers’ Market. SW Ellsworth St. and SW 4th Ave., Albany. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through November 21. Free admission. Features fresh, locally-grown, locally-produced dairy, meat, and farm goods. See locallygrown.org for information.Albany Historic Carousel and Museum. 503 First Ave. W, Albany. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-9p.m. Wednesday. Free. Come see the creative pro-cesses taking place every Monday through Saturday on this hand-carved carousel project. In the lobby, view finished animals and watch the painters work on a number of animals and other hand-crafted projects. In the carving studio, see and touch over two dozen carvings in progress. For information, visit albanycarousel.com.Corvallis Farmers Market. Corvallis Farmers Market, NW 1st St. and Jackson Ave., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wednesdays & Saturdays through November 25th. Free. The Corvallis Farmers Market is a much-anticipated event, and a fantastic way to spend a morning. Choose from a variety of fresh, locally-produced produce, meats, cheeses and dairy products, pies, jams, jellies, and so much more. Enjoy live music, dancing and frequent special events. Stroll along Corvallis’ beautiful downtown Riverwalk, get some weekly shopping done, meet the community, and have a great morn-ing. For information, visit LocallyGrown.org Creative Movement. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 2:30-3:20 p.m. Fridays. $12/class; $40/month. Ages 4-6. Dancers will be introduced to the basic movements of early dance training and enjoy exploring the elements of dance: shapes, rhythm, pathways, and tempo. Creative movement explorations provide young dancers with the opportunities to explore the physical world and enjoy using movement for personal expression. For information, contact Donna Blatt Ervin at (541) 752-6329, [email protected], or visit moderndancetechnique.com.Daily Objects. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Oct 8 - Nov 15, 2015 12 – 5 p.m. Tue – Sat. Free. Daily Objects is an exhibition of three young artists, Sarah Fagan, Susan Rochester and Sandee McGee, who bring attention to objects we encounter daily. For information visit theartscenter.net.Downtown Story Time with Puppets. Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 SW Ferry St., Albany. 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays. Free. Preschool story time with puppet show. For information, call (541) 917-7585.Drop N Shop. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 3-7 p.m. Thursdays. $12 per child. It’s parent time to shop or run errands, have a lunch date with a friend or spouse, or work out. Reservations are required one week in advance and are for a two-hour time slot. Child must be out of diapers. Snack crackers and beverages are provided. Call (541) 757-6512 or visit wackybounce.com to reserve a spot.ESL Conversation Class. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Conference Room C (2nd Floor), 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Mondays in November. 10 a.m. FREE. A weekly ESL conversation class open to anyone of any skill level will meet every Monday, beginning November 2nd. These free classes do not require registration and any-one may attend as many or as few classes as they like. The classes will help people improve pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary in a welcoming environment. For information visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.Family Swim. Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. $3.25/youth & senior, $3.50/adult, Children 15 and under must be accom-panied by an adult in the water. Visit cityofalbany.net for details or call (541) 967-4521. Fun-With-The-Animals Work Party. Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary, 36831 Richardson Gap Road, Scio. 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Free. All ages and abilities. Work parties provide the sanctuary’s abused, abandoned, or neglected farm animals with clean water, bed-ding, and living conditions. No RSVP required; just show up wearing farm apparel and boots. For information, call (503) 394-4486 or e-mail [email protected] for a Better World. First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sundays. November 7 – November 29. Unique fair trade items by artisans in developing countries. Also gift items by many local non-profit groups. Many items under $20; cash and checks only. More information: http://giftsforabetter-world.org. Grass Roots Reading Group. Grass Roots Books &

Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. first Tuesdays. 15% discount on chosen book. For information/book titles, call (541) 754-7668 or visit grassrootsbookstore.com.Holiday Artisan Market 2015. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Nov 14- Dec 24, Tuesday – Saturday. 12 – 5 p.m. Free. The Arts Center’s Arts Shop Presents Holiday Artisan Market 2015! The ArtShop features unique, handcrafted goods by local independent artists. The ArtShop at The Arts Center is an oasis from the “usual” shop-ping experience. The ArtShop showcases fine art and craft by local and regional artists, as well as a few from farther afield. All of the work in the ArtShop is handmade in America. The ArtShop changes with the seasons, and offers a variety of work from emerging artists that will not be found anywhere else around. For information visit theartscenter.net.Hoolyeh International Dance Albany. 1180 25th Ave., SW, Albany. 7-9 p.m. every Monday. $4. For informa-tion, call (541) 967-8017 or e-mail [email protected] Natural Movement Class. CrossFit at the SHOP, 1838 NW 9th St., Suite 113, Corvallis. $15/class. 8:15-9:15 a.m. Fridays. Learn to move naturally in a small group setting. These classes are a mindful exploration of fun-damental movement skills, like: walking, balancing, crawling, throwing, catching, and climbing. In each class, students will build a strong foundation in the basic skills in order to incor-porate them into more complex and challenging movements and sequences in future classes. Class sizes will be kept small. For information/registration, visit jessbfit.com.La Leche League Corvallis. Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 10 a.m. first Wednesday; 6 p.m. third Thursday. Free. Breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers. Babies and children welcome. For information, call (541) 766-0055 or visit lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com. Find us on Facebook as LLL Willamette Valley.Life and Death. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis Nov. 6 – Dec.12, 2015. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon-Fri. Free. The Willamette PhotoArts Guild was born back in 1985 when five local photographers gathered at a local restaurant to critique photographs, share information and encourage each other’s growth as image makers. It soon grew to about 20 members, and in 1988 the group became an affiliated guild with the Corvallis Art Center. Currently about 40-50 photog-raphers belong to the PAG. For information visit oregonstate.edu.Parent/Child Swim Class. Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $4/child, free/parents or $37/10 class punch card. Drop in class, no registration for details or call Visit cityofal-bany.net for details or call (541) 967-4521. Recreation/Open Swim at Albany Community Pool. 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays; 2-3 p.m. Wednesdays (special rate $3) 1-4 Saturdays. $3.25/youth, $3.50/adult, $3.25/senior, $10/family. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Visit cityofalbany.net for details or call (541) 967-4521.Reiki Healing Circle. 8285 NW Wynoochee Dr., Corvallis. 7:30-9:30 p.m. first Thursdays. $5-$10 donation. All students and interested parties welcome. Call Margot to confirm directions at (541) 754-3595.Rick Bartow at OSU’s Little Gallery. Oregon State University, Little Gallery, 210 Kidder Hall, 2000 SW Campus Way, Corvallis. Oct. 12 - Dec. 18. 8 a.m. - noon and 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Mon - Fri. Free. A selection of work from Native American artist Rick Bartow will be on display in OSU’s Little Gallery. The exhibit is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the School of Language, Culture and Society’s World Languages and Cultures department within the College of Liberal Arts. For information visit liberalarts.oregonstate.edu.Soap Creek Artisans. Benton County Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. Oct 9 - Nov 22, 2015 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Tue – Sat. Free. “Soap Creek Artisans,” featuring the art of eight Benton County artists, will grace the gallery at the Benton County Museum from October 9 through November 21, 2015. For information visit bentoncountymuseum.org.Teal Gallery 2015. Teal Gallery, 328 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. Oct 29 – Dec 28, 2015 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Mon – Sat. Free. The Teal Artist Cooperative‘s annual Teal Gallery opens its doors on October 29 this year. The Gallery features handmade items by local artists in a wide variety of media. Browse the Gallery and find the perfect locally-crafted holi-day gifts for friends and loved ones. For information visit tealartistcoop.com.The Majestic Reader’s Theatre. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. $10/general; $8/students/seniors. Last Sundays. The Company will offer a production in the “reader’s theatre” style: trained actors, with scripts in hand, make the play come alive

through vocal talent, facial expressions, and minimal staging. Reader’s theatre plays are a fun, accessible way to experi-ence contemporary works by famous modern playwrights that might not otherwise be performed here. For tickets/informa-tion, visit majesticreaderstheater.wordpress.com.

Whiteside Theatre Tour. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m. first Mondays. Free/members; $5/non-members. All tours of the Whiteside Theatre start promptly. Once a tour enters the building the doors are closed and joining the tour is not permitted. Videography of any kind is not permitted. To reserve a space, e-mail [email protected] with name, any special arrangements and the number in the group. Admission is paid at the door on the day of the tour.Winter Session Lil’ Kickers. Corvallis Sports Park, 175 SW Twin Oaks Circle, Corvallis. Session starts November 10th and ends January 26th. Lil’ Kickers is a national, non-competitive child development program for boys and girls ages 18 months to 12 years. Kids will have a blast learning the fundamentals of soccer plus a whole lot more. Lil’ Kickers’ experienced instructors use creative, high energy games to build self-esteem, coordination and help kids conquer the developmental milestones they face at each age. Sign up at corvallissportspark.com

Friday 6Dad’s Weekend Comedy Show. The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 6:30 & 9 p.m. $34 - $36. The Dads and Family Weekend Comedy Show features co-headliners Myq Kaplan and Dan Cummins. For information visit sli.oregonstate.edu.

Grace Center Open House & Craft Bazaar. Grace Center, 980 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. Nov 5th & 6th 2 – 5 p.m. Free. Take a tour of Grace Center’s beautiful 11,000 square foot building. Learn about Grace Center’s “Here to Stay” campaign to buy their currently rented building so that Grace Center can continue its innovative day program for seniors and adults with disabilities. Additionally, shop at Grace Center’s craft bazaar with a selection of household items, decorations, and foods made by Grace Center partici-pants. All proceeds go to benefit Grace Center’s activities program. Some of these beautiful, hand-made items include Benton County Fair blue ribbon winning jam (low-sugar), herb vinegar (with Grace Center-grown herbs.), natural all-purpose cleaners, hot pads and pot holders, dish scrub-bers and cloths, and Christmas decor. For information visit gracecenter-corvallis.org.LBCC Hosts Free Showing of “Project 22.” Linn-Benton Community College’s Russell Tripp Performance Center, Takena Hall, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany. Fri & Sat, Nov.6 & 7 at 4:30 p.m. Free. The film chronicles the 22-day, 6,500-mile journey of two combat-wounded veterans, Daniel Egbert and Doc King, who set out across America to raise awareness of the high rate of suicides amongst veterans. Project 22 was entirely crowd-funded. The film was produced by Medicinal Missions, which works to restore a warrior culture that supports holistic healing and life-long personal growth, while empowering veterans to serve as community leaders and mentors. For more information, visit the Project 22 web site at medicinalmissions.com, or contact LBCC Veteran’s Club advisor Lewis Franklin, 541-917-4542.No Direction Home. Majestic Theatre (Lab) 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Nov 5th – 7th & 13th – 14th. 7 p.m. Adults $12, Members/Seniors/Students $10. When a small town is confronted with the murder of their pastor, the community’s faith is challenged as its members attempt to keep their secrets hidden. This is 5 to 1 Theatre’s third production and is an original drama from their company. For information visit majestic.org.

Oregon Master Naturalist Program. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 1 – 4 p.m. $10 - $12. The Mission of the Oregon Master Naturalist Program is to develop a statewide corps of knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated volunteers who enrich their communities and enhance public awareness of Oregon’s natural resources through conservation education, scientific inquiry, and stew-ardship activities. For information visit oregonmasternatural-ist.org.Preschool Storytime. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. Fridays. Free. 3-5 yrs. Approximately one-half hour long and filled with stories, songs and finger plays designed for infants, wobblers, tod-dlers, or preschoolers. For information, call (541) 766-6793 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.

TGIF Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. Fridays. $10/class or $70/10 classes. This Friday evening class will be loosely based on participant needs and requests with a focus on stretching and unwinding. Appropriate for all levels. For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit ecofu-sionfitness.com.

The Beauty Queen of Leenane. CHS Black Box Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave., Corvallis. Nov 6 – 8 & 13 – 14. 7:30 p.m. $15, cash only, at the door. Recommended 12+. “The Beauty Queen of Leenane” is set in the mountains of County Galway. It is the darkly comic tale of Maureen Folan and Mag, her manipulative aging mother, whose inter-ference in Maureen’s first and possible final chance at love sets in motion a chain of events leading to a tragic conclu-sion. For information visit corvallistheaters.com.The Crucible. CHS Main Stage Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave., Corvallis. Nov 5 – 8 , 13 – 15 & 20 – 22 2 & 7 p.m. $12+. A chilling play studying the events leading up to the 1692 Salem witch trials. Based on true people and events, the story revolves around the accused and the accus-ing, and their fates. It has been called “engulfing” and “last-ing.” Recommended for anyone, for it will last way beyond its last moments. For information visit corvallistheaters.com.

The Hilltop Big Band. Old World Deli 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Every first Friday 7:30 p.m. Free. The Hilltop Big Band has been performing in and around Corvallis, Oregon since 1988. Performing a wide variety of big band arrange-ments, from the timeless classics of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton and Woody Herman to the more modern arrangements of Stevie Wonder, The Mingus Big Band, Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band, Lee Morgan, Brian Setzer and The Average White Band. For information visit hilltopbigband.com.Ukulele Cabaret. First Alternative South Store, 1007 SE 3rd St., Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. 1st Fridays. Free. This is an open mic and sing-along for ukulele players of all ages and skill levels. Songbooks and instruction are provided. Bring snacks to share. Hosted by Suz Doyle and Jeanne Holmes of the Wallop Sisters. For information call (541) 753-8530.

Veterans Honor Ceremony & Reception. Chintimini Senior & Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 2 – 4 p.m. Free for veterans; $12.50 ($10 in-city) for all others. The Chintimini Senior & Community Center invites all veterans and their families and friends to the Veterans Honor Ceremony and Reception, a ceremony and reception honoring those who served their countries in the military. Veterans will be honored no matter where they served, which branch of the military was served in, or what country the service was for. This is a great chance to meet other local veterans, and to give our community the chance to recognize and show appreciation for veterans’ service. Space is limited, so early registration is strongly encouraged. For information visit corvallisoregon.gov

Saturday 7Contra Dancing. First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 7:30-11 p.m. 1st and 3rd Saturdays. $7. Beginners’ lesson starts at 7:30 p.m. (experi-enced dancers welcome), dance starts at 8 p.m. Each dance is taught. No partner necessary (it’s traditional to dance each dance with a different partner). There is usually a pre-dance potluck. For information, visit corvallisfolklore.org.

Corvallis Cross Classic. 32355 Peoria Road, Albany. 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $20 preregistration / $25 day of. This is a 1.5 mile cyclocross course including pavement, gravel, field, woods, runups and barriers. Look for updates on Facebook. For complete information, and to register, visit CXCRace.com.

Discovery Saturday. A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Museum, 116 NE Marion St., Salem. 1-2 p.m Saturdays. Free with admission of $8/general. Saturday afternoons provide oppor-tunities to view exhibits in a new way while participating in hands-on activities that encourage creativity and discovery. From science experiments to A.C. Gilbert’s magic tricks, Discovery Saturdays are a great way to learn something new. For information, visit acgilbert.org.

Mama-Baby Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 10:15 a.m. Thursdays; 12:15 p.m. Saturdays. $10/class or $70/10 classes. Introduce baby to yoga and build strength, flexibility and calm in this supportive class. This class is designed for Moms and their babies 2 weeks (6 weeks for cesarean) to walking. For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit ecofusionfitness.com.

NaNoWriMo. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Main Meeting Room. Every Saturday in November. FREE. NaNoWriMo writers can drop in and write any time between 2 – 5:30 p.m. These events will culminate in a unique publishing opportunity. The library will publish its 3rd annual book of excerpts of writing done by local writ-ers during NaNoWriMo, which will be displayed and circu-lated in the library’s collection. No registration is required for any of these free events and ages 13 and older are welcome. For information visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.


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Philomath Frolic & Rodeo Holiday Craft Fair. Philomath Elementary School 239 S 16th St Philomath. Nov 7 & 8. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free. The Philomath Frolic & Rodeo Holiday Craft Fair will feature over 85 vendors. Breakfast and lunch will be available. Admission is free. For informa-tion visit philomathrodeo.org.Prenatal Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays; 11 a.m.-noon Saturdays. $10/class or $70/10 classes. Prenatal yoga is a great way to pre-pare the body and mind for birth, boost mood, and reduce pregnancy aches and pains. Modifications are available to meet various backgrounds and levels of experience. This class is open to women in any stage of a complication-free pregnancy. For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit eco-fusionfitness.com. Saturday Stories. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Storytime Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 11 a.m. every 1st Saturday. Storytime for all ages. For infor-mation call (541) 766-6481 or visit evanced.info/corvallis/evanced/eventcalendar.aspStory Time for Kids. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 10 a.m. Most Saturdays. Free. Story Man, James Warren, reads to children (of all ages). For information, visit imaginecoffee.net.The Beavers: Oregon State Football Home Game. Reser Stadium, 660 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 1:30 p.m. $80 - $149. Oregon State Football Home Game: Join fellow fans in cheering on the Beavers at Oregon State University. For information or for tickets visit osubeavers.com.LBCC Hosts Free Showing of “Project 22.” See 11/6.No Direction Home. See 11/6.The Beauty Queen of Leenane. See 11/6.The Crucible. See 11/6.

Sunday 8Family FUNgus Hike. Peavy Arboretum. NW Peavy Arboretum Rd, Corvallis. 12 – 3 p.m. $15 per family. Educators and volunteers will be sharing the marvelous world of mushrooms and other fungus and hike through the forest. There will be Fun fungus and mushroom activities set up along a short trail. Families move at their own pace to find fungus, learn cool facts, explore and discover. Meet interpret-ers along the way to learn fun facts and spotlight amazing mushrooms. For information visit corvallisenvironmental-center.org.First Sunday Vocal Jam. Riverfront Park, 1st St & Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2-4 p.m. First Sundays. Free. Participatory improv singing in polyphonic groove, for all skill levels and ages. For information, call (541) 760-3069. corvallisfolklore.orgHoolyeh International Dance. First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. first and third Sundays. $3/admission. The first Sunday of the month will be dedicated to Balkan dances. For information, call (971) 237-2000 or visit http://hoolyeh.com.Steinway Piano Series: Gilles Vonsattel. Austin Auditorium, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 4 p.m. $20 in advance, $25 at the door, $55 season tickets, students free. Corvallis-OSU Piano International furthers the appreciation and celebration of piano music and performance in the community and provides high-quality out-reach and educational opportunities. They sponsor events and activities like the Steinway Piano Series, Piano Kaleidoscope and Jazz in the Valley, as well as children’s concerts, lectures and Master Classes. For information visit corvallispiano.org/.Philomath Frolic & Rodeo Holiday Craft Fair. See 11/7.The Beauty Queen of Leenane. See 11/6.The Crucible. See 11/6.

Monday 9Botanical Genesis: Creating Wildflowers Galore. Avery House in Avery Park. 7:30 p.m. Free. In this new era of conservation, humans shape every aspect of our environment. Matt Blakeley-Smith with the Greenbelt Land Trust will explain local grassroots efforts to conserve land, revive endangered species, and involve people every step of the way. Featuring indulgent botanical photos. For informa-tion contact Jordan Brown at 253-820-3934 or [email protected] Skaar Jazz Standards. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Free. For information visit imaginecoffee.net.Corvallis Guitar Society Meeting. Gracewinds Music Lesson’s Loft, 137 SW 3rd St, Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. first Mondays. Free. Established to promote classical guitar and related styles in the central Willamette Valley area, the meetings are an opportunity to meet fellow guitarists as well as perform and listen to guitar music in a supportive environ-ment. The Society is open to all ages and abilities. Styles of music include classical, flamenco, finger-style, solo jazz and guitar ensemble music from the Renaissance through to

20thCentury literature. Each meeting presents playing oppor-tunities in both an ensemble and a solo ‘open stage’ setting. For information, visit corvallisguitarsociety.org.Corvallis Science Pub. Old World Deli. 341 2nd St., Corvallis. 6 – 8 p.m. Free. Science Pub Corvallis offers cool presentations in an informal atmosphere and interactions with experts and where there are no silly questions. No scientific background is required – just bring curiosity, sense of humor, and appetite for food, drinks and knowledge. For information visit communications.oregonstate.edu/events.Family Storytime. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Mondays. Free. All ages. Approximately one-half hour long and filled with stories, songs and finger plays designed for infants, wob-blers, toddlers, or preschoolers. For information, call (541) 766-6793 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.Hoolyeh International Dance Albany. 1180 25th Ave., SW, Albany. 7-9 p.m. every Monday. $4. For informa-tion, call (541) 967-8017 or e-mail [email protected] Chorus Festival Concert. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. General Admission: $7 in advance, K-12 youth, and OSU students with ID card, admitted for free at the door while seats last. Door price: $10. After spending the day in choral clinics at the Oregon State University Men’s and Women’s Chorus Festival, and working with guest clinician and conductor Jameson Marvin, OSU and high school choirs present this gala performance. For information visit liberalarts.oregon-state.edu.Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. First Baptist Church, 125 NW 10th St., Corvallis. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Mondays. $5/class. All shapes, sizes, and levels of abil-ity are invited to try this gentle form of Hawaiian dance and expression. For information, call Barb Landau at (541) 908-9190 or visit corvallishula.com.Small Business Town Hall. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 645 NW Monroe Avenue Corvallis. 5:30 – 7 p.m. Free. Rep. Rayfield, Ruth Miles from the Office of Small Business Assistance, and others will be presenting. For information visit corvallischamber.com.Wiggly Wobbler Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10 a.m. Mondays. Free. Ages 0-18 months. Includes simple books, songs, move-ment, finger plays, and ideas to use at home with little ones. Older sibling welcome. For information, call (541) 929-3016. cbcpubliclibrary.net.Yoga in the Gallery. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave. 6 p.m. Mondays 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Free. Explore the world of yoga and enjoy a sense of community in the beauti-ful setting of the main gallery. The hour-long session will be led by certified yoga instructor Marcy Keuter. Beginners are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat, if possible. For info, visit theartscenter.net.

Tuesday 10 After School Program — Fall: Wild Wanderers. Chintimini Wildlife Center, 311 NW Lewisburg Ave., Corvallis. 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. We will discover who and how birds migrate seasonally to stay alive. Explore the world through hands-on activities, games, experiments and crafts. For information, visit www.chintiminiwildlife.org.Albany Rotary Club. Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany. Noon. Free. Rotary of Albany has pur-chased and helped install playground equipment, sponsored an annual Christmas party for underprivileged children, pro-vided grants to local service organizations, given scholarships to deserving students, and sponsored recognition programs for outstanding young people. For information, visit rotaryofal-bany.org or e-mail [email protected] Jam. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7 p.m. every Tuesday. Visit imaginecoffee.net for information.Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufman. Darkside Cinema, 215 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 7 – 9 p.m. Every Tuesday. Free. (Donations are graciously accepted and benefit the renovation of the Darkside Cinema) Ygal Kaufman, noted local film historian and Darkside enthusiast, hosts Community Movie Night, a free weekly screening of lost, classic and cult films. The feature film of the week is always preceded by newsreels, cartoons (from the year of the feature’s release) and an introduction with interesting facts about the production from curator Ygal Kaufman. For infor-mation, visit cmnyk.wordpress.com.Cuban Salsa/Beginner. Impulse Bar and Grill, 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6-7 p.m. $40/4-week course. Ages 16 and over. No partner needed. For information, e-mail [email protected] or visit Rumbanana.org.Fall Repair Fair. OSUsed Store, 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Bring broken items and learn how to fix them for free; attend demos to learn more D.I.Y. skills. Visit our website to see the specific skills and demos that are being offered. For information visit tiny.cc/repair-fair.Infant Storytime. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Free. Ages birth-1. Approximately one-half hour long and filled with stories, songs and finger plays designed for infants, wobblers, tod-dlers, or preschoolers. For information, call (541) 766-6793 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.

Leadership Under Pressure. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Free. Doors open at 6:30, program will be followed by a booksigning. Michael Beschloss is an award-winning historian of the Presidency and the author of eight books, including best-seller “Presidential Courage: Brave Leaders and How They Changed America 1789-1989.” His most recent book is “Jacqueline Kennedy: Historic Conversations on Life with John F. Kennedy.” Beschloss writes a sports history column that appears in The New York Times both in print and online every Satruday, called HistorySource. For information visit communications.oregonstate.edu.League of Women Voters. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7 – 9 p.m. League of Women Voters will have their General Meeting, discussing “Money and Politics.” The public is welcome and this event is co-sponsored by the Library. Memory Loss Support Group. Chintimini Senior & Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Second Tuesdays. Free. For caregivers and family members of persons with Alzheimer’s Disease or a related disorder. A support group for those with memory loss is held at the same time. Share information, education, and support with those who walk or have walked in the same shoes. Learn skills from those who have experience with similar daily challenges. For more information contact the facilitator, Gene Dannen, at (541) 753-1342 or email [email protected] Work Parties. SAGE Garden, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 3 – 7 p.m. Free. Work parties are a great way to get involved at SAGE. Learn about production gardening and help grow food for families in our community who cannot afford fresh vegetables. Tuesday work parties are open to everyone– drop-in anytime from 3 p.m. to dusk and help tend the garden.Tuesday Tea Community Event. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. 11 a.m.-Noon. Free. Gather for tea in the studio. Bring a favorite tea to share and a mug. Visit livewellstudio.com for information.Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.

Wednesday 11Baby and Me Storytime. Lebanon Public Library 55 Academy St Lebanon. Wednesday Mornings at 10am. For ages 0 to 24 months and their caregivers. Parent or caregiv-ers can enjoy interactive time with their tots. Stories, finger plays, music and more. No registration is required. For infor-mation visit lebanonpubliclibrary.com/.Beginning Ballet for Tweens, Teens, and Adults. Cascade Performing Arts Studio, 800 Harrison St., Lebanon. 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays. $5. An introductory ballet class for teens and adults who have never taken ballet before or who have some experience and are dancing at a beginning level. For information, contact Kaynor Heineck at (541) 401-9780 or [email protected] Book Club. Main Albany Public Library Meeting Room, 2450 SE 14th St., Albany. 6:30 p.m. second Wednesdays. Free. The purpose of this book group is to read a variety of books and share thoughts about the readings. This month’s book is “Go Set a Watchman,” by Harper Lee. There will be 15 copies of the next book selection available for loan at each meeting. For information, call (541) 917-7580 or visit albanypubliclibrarybookclub.blogspot.com. LEGO Club. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St Lebanon. Second Wednesday from 4-5 p.m. Designed for ages 6 to 13 years old this is an independent activity explor-ing with LEGOS. We supply the LEGOS the kids supply the imagination and creativity. No registration is required. For information visit lebanonpubliclibrary.com/.OSUsed Store Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. 5:30-7:30 p.m. 1st Wednesday; 12-3 p.m. other Wednesdays. Free admission. Items for sale include computers and computer accessories, furniture (desks, file cabinets, tables, chairs, bookcases, etc.), office supplies, sporting goods, household items, bicycles and much more. See fa.oregonstate.edu for information.Rise and Shine Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath.10 a.m. Wednesdays. Free. Children ages 2-4 are welcome to wake up with reading, singing, movement, and rhymes. For information, call (541) 929-3016 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6:45 a.m. Free. Meet every Wednesday for fellowship, breakfast, and an informative and interesting presentation from a guest speaker. Local projects have included stage curtains for Lincoln School, clothing for residents at Jackson Street Youth Shelter, and art supplies for schools. For information, visit corvallis-morningrotary.org. Corvallis Farmers Market. See 11/7.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Thursday 12Beginning East Coast Swing Dance Lessons. Odd Fellows North Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Thursdays until October 30th. $10 per class or $40 for the 5-week series. The Beginning East Coast class is for begin-ners who have never taken any dance lessons before and/or those looking for a refresher of basic technique. This series

is designed to get participants comfortable with swing danc-ing and moving on the floor. For information contact Krista Barzen-Hanson at (218) 256-5988 or [email protected] Blood Pressure Check. Chintimini Senior & Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Free. Come get a blood pressure check for free. For information contact Chintimini Senior & Community Center (541) 766-6959 or email [email protected] Leche League of Lebanon. Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Hwy., Lebanon. 6 p.m. Second Thursday. Free. Breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers. Fathers and babies welcome. For information, call (541) 766-0055 or visit lalech-eleagueoregon.webs.com.Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 11 a.m. Thursdays. Free. Children ages 3 through kindergarten. Children will explore their world interactively through books, songs, and more. Weekly themes include craft time. No registration is required. For information, call (541) 258-4926 or visit leba-nonpubliclibrary.com.Mamalates Group Class. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Ste 101, Corvallis. 2:30-3:45 p.m. Thursdays. Mom + Babe post-natal core recovery class (babies welcome, but not required [only pre-mobile babies, please]). Designed specifically for women six weeks postpartum and beyond, this class is safe and beneficial for c-section recovery, abdom-inal separation (diastasis recti), and many common pelvic floor issues. With a focus on biomechanics and alignment, Rachel’s mamalates classes will lead moms to a deeper con-nection with their postpartum body as well as a greater ease and stability in the everyday movements of mothering. For information visit proudmamasupportservices.com.Preschool Story Time with Puppets. Main Albany Public Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. 10:30-11 a.m. Thursdays. Ages 3-5. For information, visit library.cityofal-bany.net.The Yawpers with Tyler Gregory & Linden Wood. Majestic Theatre 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 8 p.m. Adults $8, Members/Students/Seniors $5. Inspired by Walt Whitman’s promise to “Sound my barbaric yawp over the roofs of the world,” Denver Colorado’s The Yawpers have set about bringing together disparate pieces of the American music lexicon and making it their own. The sonic backbone to the Yawpers stripped down – yet brazen- sound are the overdriven acoustic guitars and trap kit. Equal parts frenetic, earnest, and menacing, it’s a combination that is uniquely and accurately Yawper. For information visit majestic.org.Tribal Rising Dance. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Free/teens; $12/drop-in; $10/series/class for adults. A fun and welcoming class for ages teen to adult. This class teaches self esteem and healthy body ideals - all shapes and sizes! Learn the basic moves for American Tribal Style dance. Weekly classes year round for all ages and levels. Performing group for teens ongoing. No dance experience necessary. For information, visit tribalrisingdance.com, call (541) 740-4632, or e-mail [email protected] Yoga. See 11/7.

Friday 13Annual Zonta Auction & Dinner. CH2M HILL Alumni Center, 725 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $75 per person. The annual Zonta Auction and Dinner, “Diamonds Among Us,” celebrates 75 years of giving. Zonta is a local service organization that raises money for communi-ty grants and local scholarships. Join them for an elegant and entertaining evening. For information visit zontacorvallis.org.Improv Smackdown: Calapooia Brewing Vs. 2 Towns Ciderhouse. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Adults $12, Members/Students/Seniors $10. Join Corvallis’ top improvisational comedians and performers for a night of completely made up mad-cap madness, where even the games played are chosen, by the audience, on the spot. This competitive improv showcase has Team Calapooia Versus Team 2 Towns battling for approval by bringing their funniest performances. Audience members could even be part of the action as these actors and actresses create incredible scenes and memorable characters out of thin air. Improv comics are competitive, and being on the losing team has its consequences. For information visit majestic.org.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. Pie Trailer, 2119 NW 9th St., Corvallis. Daily until Nov 25th 12 – 6 p.m. $14 average per pie. It’s time for the annual Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. This is a Kiwanis Sunrisers Fundraiser, selling frozen Ready-to-Bake Pies and Cobblers, and Oven-Ready Pies from their traditional Pie Trailer on the corner of 9th Street and Circle Blvd. (next to Les Schwab Tires). The proceeds are used to support local community service projects. For information visit kiwanissunrisers.org.Oregon NASA Space Grant Student Symposium 2015. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Free. Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium annually presents a Student Symposium, hosted on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis, Oregon. Student interns and researchers from across Oregon will share their experiences and projects at this year’s NASA Student Symposium. Learn about NASA’s internship program


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and research opportunities at poster and presentation sessions. For information visit spacegrant.oregonstate.edu.No Direction Home. See 11/6.Preschool Storytime. See 11/6.The Beauty Queen of Leenane. See 11/6.The Crucible. See 11/6.TGIF Yoga. See 11/6.

Saturday 14Alpine Holiday Festival. Monroe Grade School, 600 Dragon Dr., Monroe. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Alpine Community Center presents the 13th Annual Alpine Holiday Festival. This little jewel of a festival gets a jump on the holi-day season with 40 local artisans, music and entertainment all day, delicious lunch menu and super pie bar. The event also features an astounding array of baskets for raffle, the infa-mous Fabulous FUNky Fashion Show and a display from the museum, plus other community groups in the cafeteria. For information visit alpinecommunity.net.Artistically Altering Photographs with Kat Sloma. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 1 – 4 p.m. $40 (+ apps). Take photographs into a whole new realm. Explore the possibilities of creating interesting and unique art by altering photographs on an iPhone or iPad. For information and to register visit theartscenter.net.Beaver Open House 2015. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free. What better way to picture yourself at Oregon State University than to visit? Oregon State University would like to open its doors to any high school seniors or transfer students that would like to get an in-depth look at Beaver Nation. For information visit oregonstate.edu.Community Canvassing Day. 1200 SW Avery Park Dr., Corvallis. 2 – 6 p.m. Free. Put on the most comfortable shoes and get ready to hit the pavement and spread the word about Take Charge Corvallis. Together we can win the $5 Million Energy Prize. For information visit corvallisenviron-mentalcenter.org. Corvallis Squares Square Dance. First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 2nd Saturdays 7 – 10 p.m. $5. The Corvallis Squares host a Square Dance from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month at the First Congregational Church. The caller and cuer is Jim Hattrick and admission is $5. For more information call 541-745-7121 or 503-569-2504 or visit corvallissquares.com.Downtown Swing & Blues. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 – 11:30 p.m. $5-$7. This month’s Downtown Swing & Blues dance is part of the Corvallis Swing & Tango Weekend. National dance champions Josh McLaughlin and Emily Ernst will be teaching the beginning swing lesson. DJs for the evening include Emily, Mateo Palfreman (Eugene), and our own Rian Pfund. For informa-tion visit corvallisswing.com.Holiday Artisan Market 2015 Opening Party. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 4 – 8 p.m. Free. The Arts Center’s Arts Shop Presents Holiday Artisan Market 2015. There will be an opening party on Saturday, November 14, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Shop with on-site artists, see brand new work, and enjoy music, drink and food. For information visit theartscenter.net. Holiday Craft Fair. Trillium Children’s Farm Home, 4455 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free. The Trillium Children’s Farm Home invites all to enjoy and browse their 3rd Holiday Craft Fair happening Saturday, November 14th, 2015, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the beautifully-renovated Old School. Find and buy handmade arts and crafts for the holidays. For more information, including how to buy booth space for homemade crafts, call Joshua at 541-758-5950 or contact him by email at [email protected] Holiday Bazaar. Corvallis Elks Lodge, 1400 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free. HP proudly continues its longstanding Holiday Craft Fair tradition in a new venue – the Corvallis Elks Lodge. Join HP for homemade crafts and home based businesses, refreshments and a raffle. For information contact Lori Soutar 541-829-9954 or email [email protected] Sprouts: Fresh Green Centerpiece. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 11 a.m. $7/child. We have a special treat for this month’s Little Sprouts. Our young gardeners will be taking fresh greens and creating beauti-ful centerpieces they can take home and display on their holiday tables or give as a gift to a friend or family member. Registration required. Call (541) 753-6601 to register. gar-landnursery.com/events.¡los CUENTOS! Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Storytime Room. 11 – 11:30 a.m. Free. Bilingual family storytime in Spanish & English for all ages. A lively selection of stories, songs and rhymes will be presented each month. For information visit evanced.info/corvallis/evanced/eventcalendar.asp.Phi Gamma Delta Diamond Cup. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7 – 10 p.m. $10 at door. The event consists of 4 parts; dance competition, a lip sync battle, a talent show, and a questionnaire. Sorority ladies all compete to win the FIJI Diamond Cup and a woman is chosen who is thought was the best and brightest of their chapter, and lived up to the values to be a FIJI Diamond. The

Diamonds all preform a special talent of theirs on stage for the coaches and the crowd to show their skill. Doors open at 6:30. All proceeds go to The Beauty Foundation, a cancer organization that helps anyone who applies to them. For information visit thebeaverfiji.com.Portland Cello Project. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $25-35. The Majestic Theatre wel-comes the much loved Portland Cello Project on Saturday, Nov. 14th at 7:30 p.m. Since the group’s inception in late 2007, the Portland Cello Project (or, PCP, as their fans affectionately call them), has wowed audiences all over the country with extravagant performances, everywhere from Prairie Home Companion, to parties on loading docks in NYC, to symphony halls from coast to coast, to punk rock clubs. For tickets, call 541-738-7469 or purchase online at www.majestic.org. Corvallis Farmers Market. See 11/7.Discovery Saturday. See 11/7.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.NaNoWriMo. See 11/7.No Direction Home. See 11/6.Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.Story Time for Kids. See 11/7.The Beauty Queen of Leenane. See 11/6.The Crucible. See 11/6.Mama-Baby Yoga. See 11/7.

Sunday 15Hoolyeh Folkdance. First Congregational UCC, Gatton Hall, 4515 SW Hills Road, Corvallis. 7– 9 p.m. $3. Corvallis Folklore Society Hoolyeh Folkdance is on the first and third Sunday of the month. The first Sunday of every month has a Balkan dance emphasis and the third has an Israeli dance emphasis. Early in the evening some simple dances are taught. The rest of the evening is open to a wide variety of dances from couple dances, to line and circle dances. Admission is $3 (with a $1 discount for CFS members). For complete and up-to-date details and information, visitCorval-lisFolklore.org.Willamette Valley Symphony. Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. 4 p.m. $12-$18, season tickets also available. Founded in December 2007, the Willamette Valley Symphony is a community-based, volunteer symphony orchestra comprised of musicians from throughout Oregon’s Willamette Valley. They share a common passion for making music and for the beautiful Willamette Valley. For complete information, visit WillametteValleySymphony.org.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.No Direction Home. See 11/6.The Crucible. See 11/6.

Monday 16Low Vision/Macular Degeneration Support Group. Chintimini Senior & Community Center 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Free. Share information on assistive devices and coping skills for those with macular degeneration or other types of low vision. For more informa-tion, call John or Stella Gallagher at (541) 740-2817.Bryson Skaar Jazz standards. See 11/9.ESL Conversation Class. See 11/9.Family Storytime. See 11/9.Hoolyeh International Dance Albany. See 11/9.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 11/9.Wiggly Wobbler Storytime. See 11/9.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Tuesday 17MECOP Fall Event 2015. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Free. Students are selected into the program through two screening processes. First, they are screened academically after their sophomore year. This is primarily an effort to insure that students are academically qualified to take upper-division courses. A sec-ond screening takes place through an interview process dur-ing which all members of the Advisory Board interview the students applying for the program. The goal of this screening is to make every effort to insure that the students are quali-fied and ready for future internship placement. For informa-tion visit mecopinc.org.Modern Voices Reading and Discussion Group. Main Albany Library, 2450 14th Ave. SE, Albany. Noon-1 p.m. Third Tuesdays. Free. Adults. The group reads and dis-cusses books of all kinds, including fiction and nonfiction. Bring lunch or indulge in one of the treats provided by the Friends of the Albany Library. This month’s book is Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee. For information, visit albanypubli-clibrarymodernvoices.blogspot.com or call (541) 791-0112.SAC Presents: Frank Almond. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis.. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. $20 - $28, OSU student free with ID. Concert violinist, record-

ing artist and Milwaukee Symphony Concertmaster Frank Almond performs a special recital to commemorate the 300th birthday of his celebrated instrument, the 1715 Lipinski Stradivari. Advance tickets are available online or visit Gracewinds Music in Corvallis. General admission is $25 in advance or $28 at the door. Seniors, K-12 youth, and non-OSU college students are $20 in advance or $23 at the door. OSU students admitted for free with ID. For information visit calendar.oregonstate.edu.Albany Rotary Club. See 11/10.After School Program: Fall: Wild Wanderers. See 11/10.Celtic Jam. See 11/10.Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufman. See 11/10.Cuban Salsa/Beginner. See 11/10.Infant Storytime. See 11/10.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.Tuesday Work Parties. See 11/10.Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 11/10.

Wednesday 18CBCPL Book Club. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Board Room in basement, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. FREE. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Book Club this month to discuss The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell. Check out a copy of this month’s reading selection from the 2nd floor reference desk of the Library. For information visit cbcpubliclibrary.net. Noontime Organ Recital. First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 12:15 – 1 p.m. Free. This concert is part of the Amore Concert Series, which includes monthly 3rd Wednesday at noon performances throughout the year. Admission is free of charge, but dona-tions to help support the series are welcome. For information visit corvallisfumc.org.Oregon Seed Association Workshop. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. $25 - $40. For information on this event, call 503-685-7555 or visit OregonSeed.org.OSUsed Store 2-Day Sale. OSUsed Store, 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. Wednesday and Thursday, November 18-19, 12 - 4 p.m. Free. Open for extended days and hours. The store sells used computers, furniture, school/office sup-plies, sporting goods, household items, bicycles and more. For information visit fa.oregonstate.edu/surplus. The Third Option: Handling Anger Constructively. Osborn Aquatic Center Meeting Room, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6:45-8:45 p.m. 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays of each month. Recommended donation: $5/adult/evening. The Third Option is a fun, safe place for cou-ples to invest in their marriage 2-3 times a month. Children can have a great time swimming in the meantime. Begin at any time. For details contact Dave Jackson at (541) 760-9637, e-mail [email protected] or visit mwfm.org. Baby and Me Storytime. See 11/11. Beginning Ballet for Tweens, Teens, and Adults. See 11/11.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.OSUsed Store Sale. See 11/11.Rise and Shine Storytime. See 11/11.Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 11/11.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Thursday 19Chamber Forum Luncheon. Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 – 1 p.m. Chamber Forum Luncheons are held the third Thursday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. These luncheons bring the general membership and guests together for networking, in addition to inviting speakers who give topical presentations of interest to busi-nesses. For more information, visit PhilomathChamber.org.Corvallis Arts Walk. Downtown Corvallis. 4 – 8 p.m. The Corvallis Arts Walk is a collaboration between Art in the Valley, The Arts Center, Studio262, Pegasus Frame Studio & Gallery, and ShadowSmith Photographics. Join the Corvallis Arts Walk every 3rd Thursday of the month, starting at The Arts Center at 4 p.m., and tour the artistic sights of downtown Corvallis. Make finding the destinations easy with the new CAW app - search “Corvallis Arts Walk” in the app store. For complete information about this event, visit the Corvallis Arts Walk’s website at corvallisartswalk.com.Eugene Ballet: The Nutcracker. Austin Auditorium, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $30-$33. Eugene Ballet Company’s The Nutcracker is a family tradition that begins early and stays with us throughout the years. OrchestraNext and the Festival Singers join us at all four Eugene performances. Subscribers have first choice of the best seats for our most popular event of the season. For information visit eugeneballet.org.Beginning East Coast Swing Dance Lessons. See 11/12.Beginning Lindy Hop Lessons. See 11/12.

Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 11/12.Mama-Baby Yoga. See 11/7.Mamalates Group Class. See 11/12.OSUsed Store 2-Day Sale. See 11/18. Preschool Story Time with Puppets. See 11/12.Tribal Rising Dance. See 11/12.

Friday 20Family Movie Swim. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr Corvallis. 7 – 9 p.m. $2.50 - $5. Enjoy a swim-in movie with the family! We’ll have a different fam-ily friendly movie projected pool-side each month. Call for movie details 541-766-7946 or visit corvallisoregon.gov.Lonesome Pottery Sale. Memorial Union, Trysting Tree Lounge, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free. Beautiful handmade pottery and glass for sale at bargain prices. Everything from mugs to plates and planters. Get holiday gifts early. This sale takes place in the Trysting Tree Lounge in the Memorial Union. Proceeds benefit the OSU Craft Center. For information visit mu.oregonstate.edu.Majestic Science Theatre 3000 presents ‘The Devil Bat’. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St.,Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Adults $8, Members/Students/Seniors $5. In loving parody of the 90s nerd fave “Mystery Science Theatre 3000” our local improv-ers and actors will be cyni-cally disemboweling The Devil Bat, starring Bela Lugosi, no matter how loud the screams of, “Down in front!” See it live, loud, and weird at The Majestic. For information visit majestic.org.Parents’ Night Out. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6 – 11 p.m. $12-$20. Drop off the kids and go out for a night on the town. Kids ages 3 to 6 will play games in the activity room and those 7 to 12 can also go for a swim! We’ll provide fun counselors, games, activi-ties and a healthy snack. Pre-registration preferred. Fee: $15 single registration, $12 each with multiple registrations, $20 day-of registration. For information visit corvallisoregon.gov.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.Preschool Storytime. See 11/6.TGIF Yoga. See 11/6.The Crucible. See 11/6.

Saturday 21Bringing the Holiday Spirit to Indoor and Outdoor Planters. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 12 p.m. Free. Let’s face it, we all have indoor and outdoor planters that need a little seasonal sparkle. They are probably at the point where they go unnoticed. William and Judy are here to show us how to spice-up things for the Holidays. They will share how to use simple accessories, fresh plants, and cut greens to bring some added Holiday Spirit to any home, indoors and out. For information visit garlandnursery.com.Garland Nursery’s Annual Holiday Open House. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. Sat. & Sun. 21st & 22nd 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Join us for warm spiced apple cider and stroll through the barn, decorated with tra-ditional Christmas and holiday wonders and displays. We will have our amazing array of poinsettias, both plain and creatively decorated wreaths, fantastic gifts for gardeners and non-gardeners alike, and everything needed to deck-out an entryway with Holiday Spirit. For information visit garland-nursery.com.High Steppin’ Country Dance. Elks Lodge, 1400 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. - midnight. The High Steppin’ Country Dance Club hosts a monthly dance, which includes line and couples dance lessons. Admission is $5 /general admission; $4 / students, military and Dance Club members. For more information, visit them online at highsteppincoun-try.com or call 541-491-3606.International Games Day. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Main Meeting Room. 2 – 5 p.m. Free. Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library and over a thousand libraries around the world in celebrating International Games Day at the Library. 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. For infor-mation visit cbcpubliclibrary.net. Majestic Madness 2: Re-Madness-ing. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $5. What is Majestic Madness? In short, it’s a quarterly community building and entertainment event designed to inspire folks to jump into writing and acting for theatre. The night of the show, writer, actors, and patrons show up at the theatre at the appointed time and our host jumps up on stage, explains the rules, and then randomly selects the first sketch of the eve-ning. They then ask audience members to fill all the parts in the show by reading off the character descriptions and asking for volunteers, who jump up on stage. Then, they do the play. And on to the next one. For information visit majestic.org.Succulent and Terrarium Gift Ideas. Garland


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ExplOregon: Geology Workshops. See 11/24.Infant Storytime. See 11/10.Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.Tuesday Work Parties. See 11/10.Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 11/10.

Wednesday, December 2Baby and Me Storytime. See 11/11. Beginning Ballet for Tweens, Teens, and Adults. See 11/11.Family Swim. See 11/6.OSUsed Store Sale. See 11/11.Rise and Shine Storytime. See 11/11.Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 11/11.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Thursday, December 3Beginning East Coast Swing Dance Lessons. See 11/12.Beginning Lindy Hop Lessons. See 11/12.Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 11/12.Mama-Baby Yoga. See 11/7.Mamalates Group Class. See 11/12.Preschool Story Time with Puppets. See 11/12.Tribal Rising Dance. See 11/12.

Friday, December 4Chamber Music Corvallis: Axiom Brass Quintet. First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. $26-$29, single tickets. The 57th Season of Chamber Music Corvallis fea-tures five new ensembles with four “new” instrument con-figurations and a new concert venue. For information visit ChamberMusicCorvallis.org.Corvallis Nativity Festival. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4141 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. Dec. 4th - 8th 1-8:30 p.m. Free. The Corvallis Nativity Festival is a free, community wide event that features over 700 hundred nativity displays representing various nations throughout the world. Many of them are on loan from local citizens and will be displayed in a beautiful setting focusing on the first Christmas and the birth of Jesus Christ. Daily concerts presented by local area choirs and musicians have helped transform this event into a holiday tradition for 21 years. Puppet shows are also part of the venue so be sure to come in with children and find a little Christmas magic. For information visit corvallisnativityfes-tival.com.Holiday Marketplace. Oregon State University Memorial Union, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Free. Handmade crafts, fine art, and specialty foods made by Pacific Northwest artisans. There is live local entertainment both days and plenty of booths to find the perfect holiday gift. The Memorial Union is on Oregon State University Campus on the corner of 26th and Jefferson St. The Holiday Marketplace is located in the ballroom. For information visit mu.oregonstate.edu.International Winter Bazaar. Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Friday & Saturday. Free. Celebrate the season multi-cultur-ally! Handcrafted gifts by international Corvallis artists, fine ethnic & vintage goods, kid’s activities and tasty treats from around the world. For information visit cmlcenter.org.The Hilltop Big Band. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Free. See the Hilltop Big Band at Old World Deli every first Friday of the month. For infor-mation visit hilltopbigband.com.Winter’s Eve Corvallis. Madison Avenue, between 2nd & 3rd Streets, Corvallis. 5 – 9:30 p.m. $40 in Advance, $45 Night of the Event. Assistance League presents Winter’s Eve Corvallis, a sparkling holiday celebration in conjunc-tion with Corvallis merchants, including exclusive shopping discounts and fine food and beverage sampling. This event takes place in an elegant heated tent with a fabulous silent auction, popular Assistance League specialty food mixes and prints and cards by Jan Roberts-Dominguez. For information visit alcorvallis.org.The Hilltop Big Band. See 11/6.Preschool Storytime. See 11/6.TGIF Yoga. See 11/6.Ukulele Cabaret. See 11/6.


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Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 2 p.m. Free. Big or small, succulents and terrariums make wonderful gifts even for people who are not born with a green thumb. Succulents are hardy and provide color and beauty all year-round. Terrariums allow plants to live in their own lush, contained ecosystems. William and Judy of TV’s Garden Time will share some amazing succulent and terrarium gift ideas, per-fect for the holidays. For information visit garlandnursery.com.The Beavers: Oregon State Football Home Game. Reser Stadium, 660 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Oregon State Football Home Game: Join fellow fans in cheering on the Beavers at Oregon State University. For information and tickets visit osubeavers.com/.Contra Dancing. See 11/7.

Corvallis Farmers Market. See 11/7.

Discovery Saturday. See 11/7.

Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.

Mama-Baby Yoga. See 11/7.

NaNoWriMo. See 11/7.

Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.

Story Time for Kids. See 11/7.

The Crucible. See 11/6.

Sunday 22Beautiful Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 1 p.m. $25/person. The White Rose Custom Floral Design is continu-ing their fantastic holiday season workshops with the Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop. The White Rose will walk participants through how to create a beautiful and unique centerpiece that will perfectly dress the table for the coming holiday. For information visit garlandnursery.com.Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra: Ill-Fated Love. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 3 p.m. $20-$32 for single tickets. The Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra’s 110th season will hold many exciting and memorable musical experiences. Share it as a regular or occasional concert attendee. For information visit cosusym-phony.org.Holiday Fairy Garden Workshop for All Ages. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 2 p.m. $25 per person. Join us for this all-ages workshop and create a festive holiday fairy garden to bring home. But be warned: Just like that Elf on the Shelf, they might “spring from” the garden and have lots of fun “exploring” their new home. If this happens, please share those caught-in-the-act photos. Registration required. Call (541) 753-6601 to register. For information visit garlandnursery.com.Letter Writing Social and Stationery Exchange. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Every fourth Sunday 2 – 4 p.m. Free. Celebrate the art of crafting handwritten letters the fourth Sunday of the month. Join other fellow letter writers in the library’s Board Room to compose letters to friends, rela-tives or acquaintances. Bring stationery, handmade or store bought, or use supplies provided. Or exchange handmade or store bought stationery with other letter writers and encour-age each other to sustain the epistolary tradition. For infor-mation visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.The Beavers: Oregon State Women’s Basketball Home Game. Gill Coliseum, 660 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 2 p.m. $6 - $16. Oregon State Women’s

Basketball Home Game: Join fellow fans in cheering on the Beavers at Oregon State University. For information visit osubeavers.com.Garland Nursery’s Annual Holiday Open House. See 11/21.Hoolyeh International Dance. See 11/8.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.The Crucible. See 11/6.

Monday 23School’s Out Swim. Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 1- 3 p.m. 11/23-11/25, 11/27.Bryson Skaar Jazz standards. See 11/9.ESL Conversation Class. See 11/9.Family Storytime. See 11/9.Hoolyeh International Dance Albany. See 11/9.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 11/9.Wiggly Wobbler Storytime. See 11/9.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Tuesday 24Exploregon Workshops: Oregon Geology. Corvallis Environmental Center, 1200 SW Avery Park Dr., Corvallis. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Ice Age flooding. The Cascadia Subduction Zone. The Big One. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we often hear these terms and may have a general understanding of their significance, but still consider with wonder the power in Earth’s processes. Join us for three Tuesday evenings and one Saturday field trip to take an understanding of Oregon’s landscape and geological history to the next level. For information visit corvallisenvironmen-talcenter.org.Albany Rotary Club. See 11/10.After School Program: Fall: Wild Wanderers. See 11/10.Celtic Jam. See 11/10.Cuban Salsa/Beginner. See 11/10.Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufman. See 11/10.Infant Storytime. See 11/10.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.Tuesday Work Parties. See 11/10.Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 11/10.

Wednesday 25Baby and Me Storytime. See 11/11. Beginning Ballet for Tweens, Teens, and Adults. See 11/11.Kiwanis Holiday Pie Sale. See 11/13.OSUsed Store Sale. See 11/11.Rise and Shine Storytime. See 11/11.Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 11/11.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Thursday 26Turkey Trot 5K, 10K & Little Gobblers 1K. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 8 a.m./10K; 8:15 a.m./5K; 10 a.m./1K. $30 before 11/20; $40 after 11/20; $45/day of race. Family discounts available. Build a hearty Thanksgiving appetite by participating in this annual fun run and walk. For information visit http://www.oacturkeytrot.com/ or call (541) 766-7946.

Friday 27Family Swim. See 11/6.Preschool Storytime. See 11/6.TGIF Yoga. See 11/6.

Saturday 2831st Annual Corvallis Community Christmas Parade. Downtown Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. The parade will take place on a Saturday again this year due to an OSU foot-ball game on Friday night. The Grand Marshal for this year’s parade will be Benton County Deputy Sheriff Sgt. David Peterson. The Theme is “Dr. Seuss Celebrates Seussmas.” The parade will honor the memory of long-time Lion and parade volunteer extraordinaire, Earl Jorgensen, who passed away. Earl helped organize the parade for 20 years. For infor-mation visit downtowncorvallis.org.Corvallis Squares Square Dance. First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Rd Corvallis. Every 4th Sunday 7 – 10 p.m. $5. The Corvallis Squares host a Square Dance from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month at the First Congregational Church. The caller and cuer is Jim Hattrick and admission is $5. For more information call 541-745-7121 or 503-569-2504 or visit them online at corvallissquares.com.

Make Your Own Wreath or Holiday Greens Basket Workshop. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20 Corvallis. 1 p.m. $25/person. We are creating beautiful holiday wreaths or holiday greens baskets in this wonderful holiday workshop. We will be taking fresh trimmings and changing them into spectacular pieces to deck out doorways. Our gift shop is bursting at the seams with holiday items. Before and after the workshop, feel free to check out all the great items for purchase to customize a wreath. For informa-tion visit garlandnursery.com.Discovery Saturday. See 11/7. Mama-Baby Yoga. See 11/7.NaNoWriMo. See 11/7.Prenatal Yoga. See 11/7.Story Time for Kids. See 11/7.

Sunday 29Majestic Reader’s Theatre presents Master Class by Terrence McNally. Majestic Theatre 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. Adults $10, Members/Students/Seniors $8. Maria Callas is teaching a master class in front of an audience (us). She’s glamorous, commanding, larger than life—and drop-dead funny.For information visit majestic.org/.Make Your Own Wreath or Holiday Greens Basket Workshop. See 11/28.

Monday 30Lecture: Ray Hilborn. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Free. Ray Hilborn is a Professor in the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, University of Washington specializing in natural resource management and conservation. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in conservation, quantitative popula-tion dynamics and risk analysis. He co-authored “Quantitative Fisheries Stock Assessment” with Carl Walters in 1992, and “The Ecological Detective: Confronting Models with Data” with Marc Mangel, in 1997 and has published over 200 peer reviewed articles. He serves on the Editorial Boards of 7 journals including the Board of Reviewing Editors of Science Magazine. For information visit ceoas.oregonstate.edu.Bryson Skaar Jazz standards. See 11/9.ESL Conversation Class. See 11/9.Family Storytime. See 11/9.Hoolyeh International Dance Albany. See 11/9.Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 11/9.Wiggly Wobbler Storytime. See 11/9.Yoga in the Gallery. See 11/9.

Tuesday, December 1Art Tours at the Library. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. every first Tuesday. Free. Join Library Foundation Board member, Freda Vars, every first Tuesday of the month for a tour of the hidden and not-so-hidden art in the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. For information, please contact the library at 541-766-6793 or visitcbcpubliclibrary.net A hearing loop system is available in the Main Meeting Room. If any member of the public has a disability and needs accommodations to attend this event, please call 541-766-6928, allowing 48 hours notice for this service.Graphic Novel Book Club Meeting. New Morning Bakery, 219 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. Every first Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Free. New members are always welcome. Check out a copy of this month’s reading selection from the 2nd floor reference desk of the Corvallis Public Library. For informa-tion, contact Bonnie Brzozowski, [email protected], 541-766-6965, or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.OSU Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble Fall Concert 2015. Austin Auditorium, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. $10 at the door, OSU students and K-12 youth free. Established in 1891, Oregon State University’s band program is the oldest in the PAC-12. With more than 500 students participating and nearly all academic majors on campus represented, OSU Bands is the largest band program in the state and the Northwest. Our music programs filter into all majors across campus and enhance the college experience for so many stu-dents. For information visit liberalarts.oregonstate.edu.Philomath Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting. Benton County Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. 6:30 p.m. Free. Philomath’s Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting will be held on the lawn of the Benton County Historical Museum. Come enjoy hot choco-late, cookies, music, and special guest appearances by Mack the Knight, the Frolic & Rodeo Queen, and Santa Claus. Albany Rotary Club. See 11/10.After School Program: Fall: Wild Wanderers. See 11/10.Celtic Jam. See 11/10.Cuban Salsa/Beginner. See 11/10.Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufman. See 11/10.


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