Upcoming Events in the Community
Here are some great events you won’t want to miss!
THURS, AUG 2 (8 – 10 am)
TEND, MEND & MINGLE: LINCOLN GARDEN
Monthly community garden work parties. Enjoy coffee, snacks and light garden work. FMI: http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/healthyyouth
At 110 SE Alexander Ave.
Contact: , 541-737-8014
Sponsor: Linus Pauling Institute – Healthy Youth Program
THURS, AUG 2, 16, 30 (5:30 – 7:30 pm)
FAMILY GARDEN COOKOUT
Each garden cookout features a different dish, with ingredients harvested from SAGE and cooked in the cob oven. Enjoy activities for the kids and opportunities to explore. Space is limited and registration is required. $10/adult, $7/child (kids 2 and under are free).
At SAGE Garden, SW 45th Place and Country Club Drive
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Sponsor: Corvallis Environmental Center
TUES, AUG 7, 14, 21 (5:30 – 7:30 pm)
FRI, AUG 10, 17, 24 (12 noon – 3 pm)
OSUSED STORE SUMMER CLEARANCES
Specially marked items will be 25% off in first week, 50% off the following week and 75% off in the final week.
Store carries used furniture, computers, household items, office supplies and more.
At the OSUsed Store, 644 SW 13th St.
Contact: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/surplus, , 541-737-7347
Sponsor: Oregon State University
TUES, AUG 7, 14, 21, 28 (5 – 7 pm)
SOUTHTOWN FARMSTAND AND MARKET
Meet local farmers and artisans, learn what’s in season and swap sustainability ideas, and shop for tamales, cookies or fresh fruit. All vendors accept cash and some accept local currency (HOURS).
At 1465 SE Alexander Ave.
Contact: 541-250-0471
Sponsor: HOUR Exchange
THURS, AUG 9 (6 – 8 pm)
EDIBLE GARDEN TOUR #2
We’re visiting the same set of plots three times throughout the season. Each tour will include a “bonus” stop. This month’s bonus stop was featured recently in the Corvallis Gazette-Times!
Start at SAGE Garden, 4485 SW Country Club Drive.
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Sponsors: Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, Bountiful Backyard
THU AUG 9 (6 – 9 pm)
SAGE SUMMER CONCERT 3
Performances by Olivia Awbrey and The Mondegreens. Local beer, mead, cider and wine for sale, and food by Pupuseria del Valle and ZIA Southwest Burritos. Suggested donation of $10 per family. All proceeds raise funds for SAGE Garden.
At Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Drive
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Sponsor: Corvallis Environmental Center
FRI, AUG 10, (12 noon – 6 pm)
SAT, AUG 11, (10 am – 3 pm)
PRE-OWNED ART SALE: RECYCLE, REUSE, RE-ART
Donate art on Friday and shop on Saturday. Volunteers needed.
The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave.
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Sponsor: The Arts Center
SAT, AUG 11 (10 am – 4 pm)
AMAZING GRANGE DAY
A yard sale, open house, pie auction, raffle, bake sale and more to raise funds for a new roof for the Marys River Grange.
At Marys River Grange, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath
Contact: , 541-829-2907
Sponsor: Marys River Grange #685
SUN, AUG 12 (8:30 – 11:30 am)
PAINT-OUT ON THE FARM
Paint beautiful pastoral and mountain vistas from unique vantage points. Facilitation provided and no experience necessary. Registration required.
At Bald Hill Farm
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Sponsors: Greenbelt Land Trust, Vistas & Vineyards
THURS, AUG 16 (9-11 am)
TEND, MEND & MINGLE: LINUS PAULING MIDDLE SCHOOL
Monthly community garden work parties. Enjoy coffee, snacks and light garden work.
FMI: http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/healthyyouth
At 111 Cleveland Ave.
Contact: , 541-737-8014
Sponsor: Linus Pauling Institute – Healthy Youth Program
SAT, AUG 18 – SUN, AUG 26
THE SUMMER GAMES
Participants have 11 days to complete their choices of many family-friendly events designed to build connections in the physical and social ecologies of Corvallis. Events are possible in all areas of Corvallis and the surrounding area. FMI: wearetheresilienceproject.org. $50 for teams of 5.
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Sponsor: The Resilience Project
SUN, AUG 19 (12 noon – 4 pm)
OPEN STREETS CORVALLIS
A free street festival that builds community through shared activity in public spaces, making it engaging for people to walk, bike and play in our streets and parks together.
At Cloverland Park and Harding Center, and designated streets between them
Contact: , 541-714-3440
Sponsor: Corvallis Bicycle Collective and City of Corvallis Active Transportation Program
THURS, AUG 23 (6 – 9 pm)
SAGE SUMMER CONCERT 4
Performances by Adam Larson & Co and Hillstomp. Local beer, mead, cider and wine for sale, and food by Pupuseria del Valle and ZIA Southwest Burritos. Suggested donation of $10 per family. All proceeds raise funds for SAGE Garden.
At Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Drive
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Sponsor: Corvallis Environmental Center
SAT, AUG 25 (8:30 am – 2 pm)
FARM TO CORK HIKE
Take a guided hike through farm, forest and vineyard, and enjoy complimentary wine tasting with beautiful mountain vistas. Learn about efforts to connect and restore habitats across large landscapes. Registration required. From Bald Hill Farm to Lumos Wine Co.
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Sponsors: Greenbelt Land Trust, Lumos Wine Co.
SAT, AUG 25 (1 – 7 pm)
DECOLONIZING OUR ACTIVISM
This workshop incorporates traditional Native American teachings considered relevant and needed today. Followed by potluck. Please bring your favorite potluck dish. https://www.facebook.com/events/2202687719760584/
At Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave.
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Sponsor: Shady Grove Farm Corvallis
MON, AUG 27 (6 – 7:30 pm)
PREVENTING WASTED FOOD SERIES: PICKLING POINTERS
Learn about selecting ingredients and simple methods for fermented and quick pickles. Spanish interpreters available. This workshop is part of the “No Food Left Behind – Corvallis” project.
At Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave.
Contact: 541-766-6793
Sponsors: Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library
FRI, AUG 31 (5:30 – 8:30 pm)
ARTS ALIVE!
Watch and make art alongside featured working artists. Suggested $10 donation.
The Arts Center Plaza, 700 SW Madison Ave.
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Sponsors: City of Corvallis Parks & Recreation, Corvallis Benton-County Economic Development, Central Willamette Credit Union, Literary Arts Fund