Corvallis-Benton County Library

Learn from local contractors and energy efficiency experts about how you can save money on your monthly power bills by implementing low-cost solutions and/or making home improvements that come with rebates and incentives. At Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue Contact: Kristi@seedsforthesol.org Sponsors: Seeds for the Sol and Corvallis Sustainability Coalition Energy Action Team

Hear from our speakers about the impact of new state rules on land use in our community. Panelists are Peggy Lynch, LWV of Oregon Natural Resources Coordinator; Ethan Stuckmeyer, Housing Division Head, Oregon Dept. of Land Conservation and Development; and Paul Bilotta, Corvallis Community Development Director. At Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue […]

The Thyme Garden’s co-owners and herb experts Emily Stimac and Bethany Glanville will share how to start and grow herbs successfully from seeds in containers or garden beds, herb companion plants, and when and how to harvest the herbs as leaves or seeds for use. There are so many benefits to growing and using herbs! […]

Want to hear some good news from 2024? Join us for an overview of the past year’s accomplishments. We think you’ll be amazed by what our action teams achieved in 2024! Enjoy delicious “happy hour” snacks provided by our Annual Meeting sponsor, First Alternative Co-op. At Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue Contact/Info: info@sustainablecorvallis.org, 541-230-1237, sustainablecorvallis.org […]

Join us for this popular community event! Presentations by Coalition partners and action teams, networking opportunities, and refreshments from First Alternative Co-op. At Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe […]

Cooking outdoors in the summer using only the energy of sunshine is fun, easy, and safe. It keeps your kitchen cool—and the fuel is free and zero-emission! Join Lorraine Anderson, […]

The hot months of summer are when it’s time to plant cool season crops to feed you this fall and winter! Benton County Master Gardeners can help you explore crops […]

Now’s the time to start or direct seed warm season crops, herbs and flowers! Benton County Master Gardeners will help you plan your garden, select seeds right for you, and answer your vegetable gardening questions at this informal event open to all for noncommercial use. Take home free seeds! At Corvallis Public Seed Library in […]

Are you concerned about the affordable housing crisis? Are you a homeowner who is mortgage-burdened or on a fixed income? Do you care about sustainability and community-building? Join us to explore homesharing with those who are doing it. Come early for refreshments and stay for our special drawing. At the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 […]

Learn how to maximize your garden’s productivity working smarter with the space and materials you have to build and maintain a garden composting system! Intended for beginner and experienced gardeners: […]

Learn why seed selection matters, how to manage unintentional cross pollination, how to harvest and store seeds to preserve their viability! Presentation by Andrew Still, Adaptive Seeds Co-Founder and “Seed Ambassador” At Corvallis Public Library Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave Contact: CorvallisPublicSeedLibrary@gmail.com Sponsors: Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and Corvallis-Benton County Library

Come learn how to grow highly nutritious microgreens & sprouts indoors this winter from Benton County Master Gardeners Jill Farrow and Jennifer Klammer. There’ll be samples to taste, and Public […]