JAN 1 – 31
SOIL AMENDMENT SALE
Pre-order organic soil amendments and more for drive-through pickup on March 8.
At Benton County Fairgrounds.
Contact/Info: soilamendmentsale@gmail.com https://www.tenriversmarketplace.com/
Sponsor: Ten Rivers Food Web
THURS, JAN 2 (7 pm)
EFFECTIVE TESTIMONY WORKSHOP
Understand key requirements to advocate effectively regarding Coffin Butte landfill expansion.
At Adair Officer’s Club, 6097 NE Ebony Lane, Adair Village
Contact: mleavitt@beyondtoxics.org
Sponsors: Valley Neighbors for Environmental Quality and Safety, and Beyond Toxics
SAT, JAN 11 (8 am – 12 pm)
MWBA (AUDUBON) SECOND SATURDAY FIELD TRIP: Led by Duncan Evered & Caryn Stoess. Registration required. Open to the public.
At Willamette Park; meet at Willamette Park Shelter, east end of SE Goodnight Ave
Contact: CorvallisAudubonSecondSaturday@gmail.com
Sponsor: Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance (previously Audubon Society of Corvallis)
SUN, JAN 12 (1 – 3 pm)
FREE PUZZLE EXCHANGE AT THE WILLAMETTE GRANGE
Bring your complete jigsaw puzzles of all sizes for all ages. Every puzzle needs a home – every home needs a puzzle. All ages welcome. Popcorn, sodas available.
At Willamette Grange Hall, 27555 Greenberry Rd. (Corner of 99W and Greenberry Rd.)
Contact: 541-609-8335
Sponsor: Willamette Grange #52
MON, JAN 13 (4:30 – 6 pm)
SUSTAINABILITY COALITION ANNUAL MEETING
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
Sponsor: Corvallis Sustainability Coalition
MON, JAN 13 (7:30 pm)
LOOK AROUND YOU: THE STORY OF THE WOLLEMI PINE
Speaker: Dr Aaron Liston. A presentation about a new genus and species of conifers discovered in Wollemi National Park in eastern Australia thirty years ago.
At Cordley Hall Room 2602, Corvallis, or by Zoom
Contact: estherco@peak.org
Register in advance to attend via Zoom: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtfu6upzIqG9AP-u94g3-4OzoZ4cCn7-8k
Sponsor: Corvallis Native Plant Society
TUES, JAN 14 (4 – 5:30 pm)
PAPER MACHE CHARACTER MASKS
Make a paper mache mask based on your favorite character from a book, story, or comic! We will use recycled paper, cardboard, bottles, paint, and more to build three-dimensional masks and bring to life the characters we love. For kids ages 6-13. Pay what you can, $0-$130
At Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center, 2638 NW Jackson Ave, Corvallis
Contact/Info: education@cmlcenter.org https://cmlcenter.org/classes/
Sponsor: Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center
THURS, JAN 16 – SAT, JAN 18 (12 noon – 5 pm)
CREATIVE VALLEY
Celebrate the vibrant arts community in Corvallis at Creative Valley, an event showcasing local guilds such as the Contemporary Fiber Arts Guild, Willamette Ceramics Guild, Light Rider Studios, and more. Explore the rich diversity of creative talent and connect with local artists through this engaging and inspiring event.
At The Arts Center – 700 SW Madison Ave.
Contact/Info: theartscenter.net/creative-valley
Sponsor: The Arts Center (TAC)
THURS, JAN 16 (1 – 2:30 pm)
PUBLIC SEED LIBRARY PRESENTATION: “GROWING HERBS FROM SEED”
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!
At Corvallis Library Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave
Contact/Info: CorvallisPublicSeedLibrary@gmail.com https://www.bentonmg.org/public-seed-library-resources
Sponsors: Corvallis Sustainability Coalition Food Action Team and Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (Note: this event is being coordinated with a Cooks & Books-related event with Emily Stimac on Thursday, January 23.)
THURS, JAN 16 (7 – 8:30 pm)
MWBA (AUDUBON) PROGRAM: Elakah Alliance – Returning Sea Otters to Oregon
Social gathering, 6:30-7 pm. ASC business meeting, 7-7:30 pm; Presentation, 7:30-8:30 pm. Online option also available. All ages welcome.
At Alder Room, Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave.
Contact: audubon.corvallis@gmail.com
Sponsor: Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance (previously Audubon Society of Corvallis)
SAT, JAN 18 (7 – 8:30 pm)
DANCE PLANET
Move in your own way to a rhythmic flow of music from around the world and across the decades. This month will start with live vocal music by Johanna Beekman, move into a global journey from DJ George Beekman, and end with more vocals by Johanna.
Admission to this family-friendly event is a suggested donation, $5–15 or more. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to local environmental organizations.
At Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd.
Contact: georgebeekman@gmail.com
Sponsor: Dance Planet
MON, JAN 20 (5:30 – 7:30 pm)
ECOLOGY GAME NIGHT
In lieu of our monthly Ecology Tap Talk, we will be hosting a cozy game night featuring nature-based games, such as Ecologies, Wingspan, Cascadia, and a puzzle or two. Bring a favorite nature game, join a game, or just come and watch and socialize.
A portion of food/beverage sales benefit Marys River Watershed Council.
At Indoors at Common Fields Truck Pod and Taproom, 545 SW 3rd Street
Contact: nina@mrwc.org RSVP appreciated but not required.
Sponsor: Marys River Watershed Council
THURS, JAN 23 (5 – 6:30 pm)
COOKS AND BOOKS: EXTEND THE FLAVOR OF YOUR HERB GARDEN
We welcome back Emily Stimac from The Thyme Garden for a closer look at ways to extend the flavor of your herb garden into each season, with drying and storing ideas. She will also demonstrate an exciting recipe for parsnip latkes with rosemary and feta.
At C3 (Corvallis Community Center), 2601 NW Tyler Ave
Contact: (541) 766-6702
Sponsors: Sustainability Coalition Food Action Team, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, and C3
SAT, JAN 25 (12 – 4 pm)
HOWLAND COMMUNITY OPEN ART DROP-OFF
Reception and Awards Feb 22(1 – 2:30 pm) – Exhibit Closes Mar 6
TAC welcomes artists of all ages and experience levels living in Linn and Benton Counties to bring one original work of art to display.
Register at theartscenter.net/exhibits/ which will also have drop-dates and other information.
At The Arts Center – 700 SW Madison Ave.
Info: https://theartscenter.net/howland-community-open-2025/
Sponsor: The Arts Center (TAC)
TUES, JAN 28 (6:30 – 8 pm)
OREGON’S NEW LAND USE RULES: HOW AND WHY YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD MAY BE CHANGING
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
Contact: www.lwvcorvallis.org
Sponsors: League of Women Voters of Corvallis, Sustainability Coalition Land Use Action Team, and Corvallis-Benton County Public Library
WED, JAN 29 (7 pm)
BUILDING ENVELOPE: WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
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