No Food Left Behind–Corvallis offers amazing resources! … [Read more...]
Edible Garden Tours
This year's theme is Watch the Garden Grow: Learn from the Changes. Thursdays 6/28 • 8/9 • 9/20 … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Potato & Turnip Mash
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally delicious, easy, and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Potato & Turnip Mash – Add turnips to your mashed potatoes for a new spin on a winter comfort food. Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Wheatberry Veggieburgers
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally delicious, easy, and budget-friendly! This week's featured recipe: Wheatberry Veggieburgers Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis Public Library. Or find them on our website and Facebook … [Read more...]
Natural Areas Celebration Week May 5–13, 2018
Join us for our 9th annual event celebrating the incredible natural resources in our community. Come for a hike, walk, workshop or lecture. There's something for everyone! Schedule of Events Download a schedule of events with all the details listed below. *Family-friendly events Saturday, May … [Read more...]
31st Annual Spring Garden Festival
Celebrate spring at this lively event – a community favorite! The 31st Annual Spring Garden Festival will be held on Sunday, May 6, from 9 am to 4 pm at The Arts Center Plaza, 7th and Madison Avenue, next to Central Park. This free event will have activities for the whole family and will feature … [Read more...]
When the Grid Goes Out: Solar, Microgrids and Natural Disasters
Special presentation Tuesday, May 29, at 7 pm at the library. Fires. Floods. Earthquakes. What happens to the electric grid when disaster strikes - and what does that mean for our community? Learn how grid outages affect businesses and communities, and how solar, batteries and microgrids kept the … [Read more...]
The Package Deal
Find out how to cut costs and waste with bulk purchasing. Packaging makes up nearly one-fifth of municipal waste in Oregon. Much of this material is not recyclable. Even if it can be recycled, it requires a lot of materials, energy, and other resources to produce. And that translates to higher … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Tofu Scramble & Winter Greens
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally delicious, easy, and budget-friendly! This week's featured recipe: Tofu Scramble & Winter Greens This week we're going back to basics. Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis Public Library. … [Read more...]
Preparing Our Water Systems for Growth, Disaster, and a Healthy Environment
Join us April 11 at 7 pm at the library! Corvallis and Benton County planners are anticipating substantial increases in our population. At the same time, climate scientists are forecasting increased precipitation and flooding in the winters and increased heat and droughts in the summers. Both … [Read more...]
Quarterly Gathering • April 27
Join us for lively presentations, networking, and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at our next quarterly gathering. Friday, April 27 12 noon–1:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The gathering will feature presentations by three … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: African Greens & Tomato Stew
The Food Action Team has a batch of Simply Seasonal recipes for these cooler months! This week's recipe: African Greens & Tomato Stew This week's Simply Seasonal recipe is a brand new one. Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis Public … [Read more...]
The Sustainability Fair has something for everyone!
Join the fun on March 12 at the Alumni Center. Local food, local talent, and local initiatives will be among the highlights of this year’s Sustainability Fair on Monday, March 12, from 5 to 7 pm at the CH2MHill Alumni Center on the OSU campus. The event is free and open to the public. The Fair … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Three Sisters Soup
The Food Action Team has a batch of Simply Seasonal recipes for these cooler months! This week's recipe: Three Sisters Soup A scrumptious soup that combines the “3 sisters” (squash, beans, and corn). Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis … [Read more...]
Block 15 Dine-out this Saturday!
Block 15 is having their 10 Year Anniversary Celebration & Bottle Release this Saturday, March 3, 2018, from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm. They are donating 100% of the day's food sales to three local non-profit organizations, and the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition is one of them! Please … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Cabbage & Potato Gratin
The Food Action Team has a batch of Simply Seasonal recipes for these cooler months! This week's featured recipe: Cabbage & Potato Gratin Warm up with this week's recipe. It features only ingredients which you likely already have on hand! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Raab & Chickpea Polenta
The Food Action Team has a batch of Simply Seasonal recipes for this seasonal transition! This week’s featured recipe: Raab & Chickpea Polenta Early spring is the perfect time to add broccoli, kale, collard, or other sprouting raab to your seasonal meals. Purple sprouting or regular … [Read more...]
Register TODAY for Sustainability Town Hall 2018
Don't miss the sustainability event of the year! Registration is now open for the 2018 Sustainability Town Hall, to be held on Monday, March 12, from 7 to 9 pm at the CH2MHill Alumni Center on the OSU campus. Save your place by registering HERE. Participants will be seated at 40 tables of … [Read more...]
Volunteer Spotlight: Dave Eckert
Dave Eckert has been a strong advocate for water-related issues since 1990. A volunteer with the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition since 2007, he has been the Water Action Team leader since the team’s founding in 2009. Dave and the Water Action Team were the recipients of the first Benton County … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Rustic Lentil & Turnip Stew
The Food Action Team has a batch of Simply Seasonal recipes for these cooler months! Warm up with this week's recipe: Rustic Lentil & Turnip Stew Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis Public Library. Or find them on our website and … [Read more...]
2018 Eco-Film Festival
Mark your calendar! First three Friday evenings in February at Odd Fellows Hall. Join us for great films, followed by panel discussions featuring local experts. Don’t miss these entertaining and thought-provoking films that have relevance to the Corvallis community. February 2 – CATCHING THE … [Read more...]
Prescription Bottle ReUse
Now you can reuse your prescription bottles when you get a refill. Details HERE >> … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Best Roasted Root Veggies
The Food Action Team has a batch of Simply Seasonal recipes for these cooler months! This week’s recipe: Best Roasted Root Veggies Add color to dinner by trying out a couple new or less frequented root vegetables. Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food … [Read more...]
Saving Green
Want a more sustainable workplace? Saving Green is your answer! We can help and it’s FREE! Details HERE >> … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting is Friday 1/12/18
We hope you'll join us for the launch of our 12th year! You are invited to attend the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers on Friday, January 12, from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Spicy Butternut & Kale Salad
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Spicy Butternut & Kale Salad Add this seasonal salad to your weekly taco night, or enjoy it as is for warming up your winter salads! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ … [Read more...]
Buy Local First Holiday Contest
Do your holiday shopping locally this year and help keep our businesses thriving! Buy Local First Holiday Contest December 2 – 10 Shop at participating businesses for your holiday needs. Visit participating CIBA businesses and enter the Holiday Contest for a chance to win the prizes listed … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Local Stir-Fry
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Local Stir-Fry Ready for a creative way to utilize all your local produce? Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis Public Library. … [Read more...]
Creating Housing Options • November 13
Join us on Monday, November 13, at 7 pm at the library! “Creating Housing Options” is the theme of a forum scheduled for Monday, November 13, at 7:00 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. The forum will focus on what the City of Corvallis allows regarding … [Read more...]
Forum to Explore Affordable Housing Options • October 30
Join us on Monday, October 30, at 7 pm at the library! “Exploring Local Affordable Housing Options” is the theme of a forum that will feature presentations by Benton Habitat for Humanity and Willamette Neighborhood Housing Services. This is the first of two forums on affordable housing … [Read more...]
Share, Swap, Loan & Save!
Find out how you can plug into our local sharing economy. A sharing economy can lead to creative ways of using existing resources more efficiently and effectively, while reducing demand for new products. Here are just a handful of sharing resources available in the Corvallis area. … [Read more...]
Food Day 2017 • October 21
Join the Community Apple Crunch and other fun at the Corvallis Farmers' Market. Saturday, October 21 9 am –1 pm Farmers' Market tokens for kids Sample local food Learn about local food activities Kids’ activity area Community Apple Crunch Two free Farmers' Market tokens … [Read more...]
Quarterly Gathering • October 20
Join us for lively presentations, networking, and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at our next quarterly gathering. Friday, October 20 12 noon–1:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The gathering will feature presentations by three … [Read more...]
Local Eats Week • October 22 – 29
Choose from 15 area restaurants for a Local 6 sample plate under $10! Savor the bounty of autumn with an amazing assortment of tasty treats, prepared by our local restaurants. During Local Eats Week, participating restaurants are offering a sample plate for less than $10 featuring … [Read more...]
Solar House Party • November 9
Interested in going solar? Join the party! Thursday, November 9 · 7 pm The Sustainability Coalition has been sponsoring a series of Solar House Parties hosted by Corvallis residents who are realizing the benefits of solar energy. Are you a homeowner? Interested in exploring solar for … [Read more...]
Creative Options Housing Tour
Join us on Sunday, October 8, from 1–5 pm for a self-guided tour that will introduce you to a variety of affordable housing types in and near Corvallis -- an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), tiny homes, small cluster housing, and more! The tour starts at Seavey Meadows Community Room, 1099 NE … [Read more...]
Get on Board!
Did you know the Corvallis Transit System (CTS) is FARE-FREE? There's no need to worry about whether you have change. Just walk right on, and enjoy the ride! There are a lot of good reasons to ride the bus! It's comfortable. The bus is heated in the winter and air-conditioned in the … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Stuffed Peppers
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Stuffed Peppers Ready for a creative way to utilize all your local produce? Stuff them into colorful peppers and bake! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Use up those late-season tomatoes this week as the temperature cools down! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank … [Read more...]
Interested in going solar? Join the party!
Friday, September 15 • 7 pm The Sustainability Coalition is sponsoring a series of Solar House Parties hosted by Corvallis residents who are realizing the benefits of solar energy. Are you a homeowner? Interested in exploring solar for your home? If you answered “YES” to both of … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Tabouli Salad
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Tabouli Salad Keep cool with this Middle Eastern classic featuring fresh parsley, tomatoes, cucumbers, and more! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis … [Read more...]
Recycling Tips: House to Curb
Our latest handout will help set you up for recycling success! Recycling Block Captains distribute handouts to neighbors about recycling, composting and waste prevention. Previous handouts are available online. The Recycling Block Captain Program is part of the Waste Prevention Action … [Read more...]
Transitioning to a Post Carbon Society • August 30
Don’t miss this special opportunity to hear Richard Heinberg and meet the Post Carbon Institute staff. Transitioning to a Post Carbon Society in the Age of Denial Wednesday, August 30, 7–8:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Richard Heinberg is the author of thirteen books, … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Corn & Barley Risotto
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Corn & Barley Risotto Now is the season for fresh corn! Take it for a new spin in this barley risotto! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Zucchini Noodles with Pesto
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Use up the abundance of zucchini and summer squash in this quick recipe for zucchini noodles with pesto. Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ … [Read more...]
Interested in going solar? Join the party! August 31
The solar party, that is … Thursday, August 31 • 7 pm The Sustainability Coalition is sponsoring a series of Solar House Parties hosted by Corvallis residents who are realizing the benefits of solar energy. Are you a homeowner? Interested in exploring solar for your home? If you … [Read more...]
Interested in going solar? Join the party! July 28
The solar party, that is … Friday, July 28 • 7 pm The Sustainability Coalition is sponsoring a series of Solar House Parties hosted by Corvallis residents who are realizing the benefits of solar energy. Are you a homeowner? Interested in exploring solar for your home? If you answered … [Read more...]
Simply Seasonal: Ginger Chive Green Beans
Simply Seasonal recipes make eating locally easy, delicious and budget-friendly! This week’s featured recipe: Ginger Chive Green Beans Try a zesty and fresh take on a seasonal favorite! Pick up recipes at Corvallis Farmers’ Market, South Corvallis Food Bank and Corvallis … [Read more...]
Next Quarterly Gathering is July 28
Join us for lively presentations, networking, and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition’s next Quarterly Gathering on Friday, July 28, from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Corvallis-Benton County Public … [Read more...]
A God in the Hearth 7/13 – 8/20
This special exhibit at The Arts Center presents a visual essay on fire and fossil fuels. Experience the work of Portland painter David Carmack Lewis, who explores the deep human connection to fire and how it transforms landscapes and now the climate itself. Through his work, Lewis hopes to … [Read more...]
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