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December 2015, Valley Parent 3

Vol.14, No.12 December 2015

Publisher Steven J. Schultz

Editor Chris Barrett

Calendar Editor Mia Coyle

Design Director & Advertising/Design

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Contributors:Nanette Dupuy

Mary Vaughn Hannah Darling

Kyra Blank Beth N. Davis

Wendy Sinclair

What’s Inside?Giving Children are Happier . . . . . . . 4

Winter Break Boredom Buster . . . . . . . 5

Holiday Stress Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Cheers to a Neat New Year . . . . . . . . . 7

Get Connected with Family . . . . . . . . . 8 Traditions

Field Trip Favorites for . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Winter Break

Kid Approved Restaurants Anyone? . .10

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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It’s the season of giving! You see it everywhere: shopping bags slogans, store windows, even street banners proclaim it. However, the ability to give freely doesn’t come easily to everyone. Most of us have heard of Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol.” It took Scrooge quite a night, and three ghosts that came to him to show him different parts of his life, to remind him why it is important to give. It is such a popular story that there are many remakes and newer versions of it.

I have a friend that works as a pre-school teacher with at-risk families. She observes that, “Teaching to give is a very important part of child development, because it builds character and a solid self-concept by promoting empathy, sharing and giving skills.” She has noticed that the children she works with who have been taught how to give are not only more pleasant to be around, but are happier and more content with what they have. She says that these children seem to have purpose in life, are contributing, inspiring, and tend to be innovators.

Since the idea of giving is an abstract concept, teaching it requires “concrete” connections for pre-school-age children. My teaching friend does this by demonstrating to the children “that being friendly is sharing toys, listening to their peers/teachers, and helping each other clean-up. This in turn promotes a sharing atmosphere in the classroom.” She likes to turn simple statements into empowering words that allow the

children to feel that it is okay to help one another. Rather than saying “can you” statements, she uses “you can” statements, which turns their choice into a voluntary action that allows them to

make the decision. She also supports the children if they choose not to give or share by acknowledging their feelings and modeling the empathy that they are also working to learn.

Teri Gallup, mother of two, has been on the receiving end of a lot of giving; for this reason, she feels it is especially important to teach her children how to give. Money is tight, and despite being exhausted on a daily basis due to working the night shift, she makes a point to visit the food bank at least once a month. She says that if it was not for the kindness and giving of strangers, as well as her family and friends, she would not be able to feed the two girls she works so hard to care for. Their generosity has given her hope that things can and will get better and finds it encouraging that there are still good people out there. “As a result I try to give as much as I can.” Teri teaches her children how to give in three ways: she gives as much as she can to those who need it more than she does, she shows her children how to give, and she encourages them to give what they can.

If your child is older, you can continue teaching them how to give by modeling the actions of giving and showing them how good it makes you feel when you do. Remember that Scrooge started out as a lonely grumpy old man who would not give a thing to anyone, but in the end of the story he was one of the most loved and happiest people in town, so it is never too late to start!

— Mary Vaughn

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Picture this: a layer of frost on everything outside, a warm fire crackling in the fireplace, a hot cup of Joe in your hand … and your kids going absolutely insane from being cooped up inside for too long! What is there to do when there’s a no-school day or, even worse, two whole weeks off from school for winter break?

There are always the go-to movies on DVD, games that start out fun but usually end up with someone getting hurt, trips to Grandma’s house and a whole board of Pinterest crafts that either get finished way too fast or they aren’t as excited for them as you had hoped. What happens when those ideas run out?

Have no fear and look no further, because Albany and Corvallis are full of fun things to do when your little angels are grating on your very last nerve! So grab your coats and hats and let’s go!

You can kick off winter break at Heritage Mall with a live reindeer visit on December 18th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and then follow that up the next day with their monthly Kid’s Club at 11a.m. and Holiday Sleigh Rides from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa is also at the mall most days to take pictures with your children. There will also be musical performances by different groups throughout the season.

Love to escape reality and get lost in a good book? Then one of your local libraries can be your home away from home.

AlbAny MAin libRARy (2450 14th AvE. SE)• WednesdaysandThursdays:Pre-

school Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. • TuesdayEvenings:Baby and Toddler

Story Time is at 5:00 p.m.• Fridays:Toddler Story Time is at

10:15a.m., followed by Baby Story Time at 11:00 a.m.

• Anime Club meets at 4:30 p.m. on December 17th

CoRvAlliS • Saturday Stories (formerly Man

in the Yellow Hat) meets the 1st Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. in the Youth Activity Room

• Play Day @ the Library is every Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Youth Activity Room

• Makers Club meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 4-5:30 P.M. in the Youth Activity Room. This club is geared towards your programming and electronics lovers!

Other activities that are both free and/or have a small charge in the Albany and Corvallis areas include:

AlbANY• Surefire Design. 201 2nd Ave SW.

Cost: Projects starting at $5• Albany Bounce House & G2 Fun

Zone Children’s Amusement Center. 223 2nd Ave SW. Cost: $8 for the first child and $6 for each additional child after for 90 minute long sessions. Call (541) 704-0919 for group rates and more information.

• Lake Shore Lanes. 5444 Pacific Blvd. SW. Cost for Bowling: Monday-Fridaybefore5P.M.is$3.25/person/

game after 5 P.M. is $4.50/person/game. Shoe Rental is $2.95 and Sock Rental is $2.50. Cost for Miniature Golf: $6.50 for ages 6 and older, $3.00 for ages 4-5 and children 0-3 areFREE!

• Albany Regional Museum. 136 LyonSt.SW.Cost:FREE

• The Historic Carousel & Museum. 503FirstAve.W.Cost:FREE

• Albany Civic Theater.111FirstAve. W. Cost: General Admission for non-musicals is $12, $9 for Seniors/Juniors and $14/$11 for musicals.

• The Albany Community Pool. 2150 36th Avenue SE. Extra Recreational Swims are December 21st-24th from 1-3 P.M. Regular Recreational Evening Swims are Monday evenings from6:30-8:00P.M.FamilySwimsareWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 P.M.

CoRvAlliS• S&K Wacky Indoor Bounce. 202

3rd Street NW. Cost: Monday-Thursday for 90-minute session is $7.50/child and $5.50/additional sibling. $3.50/infant ages 6-12 months.Friday-Saturday:$8.50/childand $6.50/additional sibling. $3.50/infant ages 6-12 months.

• Highland Bowl. 2123 NW 9th Street. Cost: $3.00/person until 6 P.M. and $3.50/person from 6 P.M.-Closing. Shoe Rental is $2.75/pair

• Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Drive. Osborn will be have open rec hours on both Dec. 24 and 31, from 1-4 p.m. Cost: $5.00/adult, $4.00/youth 7-17, $2.75/child 0-6.

• Peavy Arboretum. Arboretum Rd., Corvallis.Cost:FREE

• Wildcat Park. 2701 NW Satinwood. Cost:FREE

• Avery Park. SW Avery Park Dr. Cost: FREE

— livie larson

Kids’ ViewIf you could do

anything on winter break, what would

you do?

liam Preschool “I want me and my daddy time, play and watch cartoons, all of that stuff.”

Kassidy 6th grade “I would like to be an artist and make drawings of houses and people and then sell my artwork.”

Heather 4th grade

“I would try to

make an igloo. It would probably

look like a snow castle made into an

igloo. It will have doors and have one

or two windows.”

Maiya 2nd grade

“I would have a big snowball

fight and throw snowballs at all

my friends.”

Aiden 2nd grade

I would have a

big game of tag with my friends.

I’m a fast runner, but some of my

friends are more fast so I would

get tagged a little bit.


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You’re not that busy this time of year. You only have a few pies to bake, along with shopping for Christmas presents. Sure, the preschool Christmas pageant is on the same night as middle-school caroling, and you agreed to help at Vina Moses on the

same afternoon as your daughter’s class party. But don’t stress out!

Instead, ask yourself: does everything really need to be perfect? Why not embrace unperfect, which isn’t even a word, so see

what I did there.Instead, enjoy every moment! If you take a step back, you may

begin to realize that while you worry about making the

perfect memory for your kids, you’re forgetting something even more important: No matter how hard you try, nothing will ever be perfect. Isn’t that a little nugget of holiday joy?

Before I go further, it’s important to

understand how stress can affect not just you, but

your family. While you may know that it can cause panic

attacks, headaches, upset stomach, elevated blood

pressure, chest pain, and problems sleeping,

what you may not know is that even small amounts of stress can build up and hurt your family in the long run.

According to Linda

Harris, a Corvallis Life Coach and

consultant, even unborn babies can be affected by the stress of their mother. Chronic stress can affect a child’s brain and body development. With so much pressure to have the “Perfect” Holiday, it’s easy to become focused on all the things you need to do and forget about yourself, but it’s important to remember that no “Perfect Holiday” can take precedence over you and your family’s health.

Harris says, “As a parent, when you are stressed, you are not there for your child. Children need to feel safe.” And the long and the short of it is, when they live in an environment of stress, they don’t.

So we’ve just thrown a lot of Christmas uncheer your way, and you’re thinking, “I get it, stress is bad, but how do I make my child’s holidays memorable without being stressed.” Here are some of Harris’s suggestions.

First, create an environment of calm by taking care of yourself. That way, when you say “I Love You,” or share a special moment, it will feel genuine, for both you and your child. Understand that nothing is perfect, but that unique times with your family can be perfectly unperfect. Planning ahead can help, but remember that you don’t have to do everything.

Second, schedule evenings at home, doing family activities, and do your best to keep your normal schedule, especially bed and nap times. Children thrive on routine, and getting the same amount of sleep at the same times can really help them during this busy time. Keeping them up late once and a while is fine, but constantly disrupting their sleep can make your moments far from perfect.

Finally, remember to take time to be present and mindful. Make gifts for each other, or go on walks in the crisp winter air. Meditation is great, and if you can get your kids to do it, that is even better. Above all, remember that no amount of Santa visits or sleigh rides will mean as much to your kids as sitting down on the couch with some cocoa and reading their favorite story in front of the Christmas tree.

Be safe out there parents, and unperfect your holidays for a stress-free winter.

— Kyra Blank

Holiday Stress SolutionEnjoy the Imperfect

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Cheers to a Neat New Year

If your children’s toys are already creeping into every room of the house, the idea of more toys coming through the door during the holiday season might be enough to make you break out in hives. Your friends and family love your children. They want to dote on them and treat them to fun things during the holiday season. But you can’t fathom where you are going to keep it all.

If you are one of the many parents who go through this clutter phobia during the holiday season, help yourself and your generous family members by suggesting some of these fun non-toy gift ideas for the kids in your family. The better you, and they, know the interests of a gift recipient, the better chance you will all have of making sure your gift doesn’t wind up unused in a pile somewhere.

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When you think back on holidays past, the best memories aren’t about what you received as gifts but the time and unique experiences you had with the ones you care about. Harness that energy for your children and the ones on your list by gifting an experience they won’t forget. A special ride on a classic train (Thomas perhaps?) or a trip in a horse and buggy around the city can offer an exciting memory that you will share for years to come. Whether it is a dinner out, an afternoon making cookies or building a bird house together, experiences are one way to reduce the accumulation during the holidays.

othER gREAt ExpERiEnCE giFtS• MovieTickets

• Anafternoonofbowling• Ticketstoaconcertortheater

performance • Anoutingtoasportingevent• IceSkating• MiniGolf

On a similar note, you can gift an experience that can be re-lived by gifting multi-visit or season passes to a fun attraction in your area: the Oregon Zoo, OMSI, A.C. Gilbert House, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and local bounce houses all offer membership passes. If the child in your life has an affinity for one of these locations, an annual membership or gift passes will be a welcome gift.

ClASSES/lESSonSMost kids are involved in after-school

activities but lessons can get costly. If a child in your life is interested in a particular topic, there is usually a class or series of lessons available. If you are giving to a child other than your own, be sure to consult the parent for scheduling reasons. Some lessons and classes popular with kids:

• Swimming,tennisorsoccer• Gymnasticsordance• Karate• Musiclessons(instrumentalorvoice)• Potteryorotherartclass• Horsebackridinglessons

ADvEntuRouS outingS Fortheolderchild(andevenforadults),

an adventurous outing might be the most exciting gift they receive. Whether you take a whitewater rafting trip or spend a day climbing trees, fun and adrenaline are both at play with these gifts. Examples of these types of outings are:• Zip-liningatTree-to-Tree• SkiingortubingatHoodooorMt.Hood• RockClimbingatOSU• CampingattheCoast• RoadtripuptoEvergreenMuseumand

Waterpark

uSEFul giFtSWhile kids thrive on fun, there are many

essentials that, when purchased as a gift, can be just as exciting. The promise of a redecorated bedroom, for example, can be the most exciting thing a teenage girl

receives. Some examples of useful, fun gifts are:• Kidfurniture• Newbedding• Bikeorscooter• Rollerskates/blades• Basketballhoop• Trampoline• Aswingset

Kids can use these items year-round and

many of them can be stored outside or in a garage.

lEARning toolS

Whosayslearningisn’tfun?Forthebudding scientist in your life, a chemistry set will be more useful than any toy or game that will wind up as clutter in a corner. Some great examples of learning tools as gifts are:• Telescope• ScienceKit• Gardeningtools• Chalkorwhiteboardwithwriting

materials• Bug-catchingtools• Binoculars

Gift cards, books and other standard non-toy gifts are also appropriate for the family that is looking to de-clutter. Whether you are looking to be respectful to a minimalist family you know or are trying to keep from adding to the clutter in your own home, these gift ideas will have you ringing in a neat New Year.

— Beth N. Davis

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Familytraditionscanbedescribedas rituals that families hand down from one generation to another. Dr. Susan Coady, who teaches about the American familyatOhioStateUniversity,describestraditions as ritualistic activities that families practice in the present, past, and likely will continue in the future. They are family-specific and “are characterized by regularity, commitment, and some type of predictable activity. Dr. Coady explains that traditions are an important way to “provide stability, a sense of family history, and feelings of roots.”

Along the same lines, family psychologist, Susan Lieberman, Ph.D., explains that family traditions keep families unified by “countering alienation and confusion.” She further explains that they help us to “define who we are” and provide something steady and reliable in a world filled with confusion and unpredictability.

The importance of family traditions became more evident to me when I was a foster parent. My foster children often held close the traditions of their family, recounting them with pride. Their eyes would lighten as they explained even the smallest traditions. They clung to these memories feeling close to their family even though separated.

Mid-valley parent, Claire Carpenter, shares several holiday traditions with her family. They enjoy going to Storybook Land. Her son excites to see the two huge train sets. They also “drive through

the Christmas light display at the Benton CountyFairgrounds,visitthelivenativity,and drive through local neighborhoods to see more lights.” Their in-home traditions include an Advent celebration two weeks before Christmas, where they hide Mary, Joseph and donkey figures around the house as they “travel” to Bethlehem. They also host and attend cookie-decorating parties, along with caroling at

nursing and assisted living facilities. Familytraditionscanincludeanything

that is important or of interest to your family: advent calendars, making Christmas ornaments or cookies, volunteering together, giving homemade food baskets to neighbors and friends, sponsoring a child, gift exchanges, even bazaars or other local activities. A tradition can be as simple as having

a favorite snack or reading a special story on Christmas Eve. The benefits of strength and unity will be in your family for years to come. If your family has yet to create traditions, it’s never too late to start!

Here are some local holiday ideas you can include in your family traditions.

tREE lightingS• Corvallis, Nov. 28 – downtown at the

Benton County Courthouse following the Corvallis Christmas Parade.

• Philomath, Dec. 1 – Benton County Historical Museum on Main Street, includes hot cocoa, cookies, music and Santa.

• Albany, Dec. 7 – after the Downtown Twice Around Christmas parade, at the cornerofFerryand2nd.

pARADES• Corvallis Community Christmas

Parade. Nov. 28 at 7 p.m.- 4th Ave. in downtown Corvallis.

• Albany, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. Downtown Twice Around Christmas Parade. Tree lighting at Two Rivers Mall (2nd and Ferry)followstheparade.

loCAl FAvoRitES• Storybook Land. Dec. 4–18,

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. weeknights, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. weekends. Cascade Livestock Building, Linn CountyFairgrounds,3700KnoxButteRd., Albany. Walk through miniature


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• Pastega Christmas Light Display. Nov. 28-Dec. 25, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. BentonCountyFairgrounds,110SW 53rd St., Corvallis. The former “Pepsi Lights” have been repainted, the moving parts refurbished, the speakers and missing lights replaced. Now the Peoria Road light display has joined the fun. Come drive through the barn and around the floral courtyard for a double-dose of music and lights.

• Christmas Parlor Tour. Dec. 13, 2-7 p.m. Historic Downtown Albany. Music, refreshments, horse-drawn wagon rides, and vintage trolley rides are all included in the $15 ticket price ($12 for seniors and groups of 10 or more). Well-behaved children under 12 are admitted free with a paid adult.Formoreinfo:541-928-0911.

• Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides. Dec. 6, 13 and 20. Historic Downtown Albany. Call 541-928-0911 for more information.

• Nutcracker Ballet. Dec. 10, 11 & 12 at 7 p.m., 2 p.m. matinee Dec. 12. Russell Tripp Theater, Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany. This family-friendly production is sponsored by Legacy Ballet and Linn-Benton Community College.Formoreinformation:www.linnbenton.edu/russelltripptheater or call 541-917-4531

NAtiVitY• Corvallis Nativity Festival. Dec.

4-8, 1 p.m. to 8:30 most days. Church of Jesus Christ of L.D.S., 4141 NW

Harrison Blvd, Corvallis. Community event featuring over 700 Nativity displays from around the world, as well as music and choir performances. http://www.corvallisnativityfestival.com/s/index.html.

• ARC Annual Christmas Play. Dec. 3, 7:30p.m.FirstPresbyterianChurch,114 SW 8th St, Corvallis. Wonderful rendition of the Christmas story presented by ARC members and friends.

SAntA SightingS• Chintimini Senior and Community

Center. Dec. 19, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2601 NW Tyler Avenue, Corvallis. Brunch with Santa, choral music, brunch,photo.Calltoregister.Fee:$17.50 ($15 in-city) 11+; $8 10 and under.

• Santa, S’mores and More: Family Fun Day at Garland Nursery, Dec. 12, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. Santa, s’mores, hot apple cider and cocoa at 11 a.m. kids’ workshop. There is a fee for the workshops.

• Heritage Mall. Nov. 21–Dec. 24 Mon.–Thurs.11a.m.to8p.m.,Fri.&Sat. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.to 7 p.m. Dec. 1, 8, 15, and 22— story time with Santa. Dec. 6 and 13— Pets with Santa. Dec. 12—Breakfast with Santa, reservation required. Live reindeer Dec. 18, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Formoreinformation:http://www.heritagemall.com/event

• Breakfast with Santa. Dec. 12, 10 a.m. Sybaris Bistro, 442 1st Ave. W. Albany. $25 per person. Reservations required: 541-928-2469.

— Wendy Sinclair

With winter break coming up, it’s time to start making some plans to help your familyavoidcabinfever.Fromoceanairto snow, here is a list of five short out-of-town excursions that are sure to please.

1. If you don’t mind driving up into the mountains, Mt. Hood Ski Bowl’s Snow Tube and Adventure Park is a great way to spend the day. The fun begins with a ride on the conveyor lift to the top of the main hill, and then a thrilling ride to the bottom on their custom tubes. They even offer cosmic tubing at night. The Snow Tube and Adventure Park also includes the heated Indoor Super Play Zone, which is two stories of ball pits, slides, and more.

2. The Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport will be hosting their Sea of Lights celebration every weekend in December from 5-8 p.m. Over half a million colorful lights and holiday decorations will be on display as visitors explore the aquarium after its normal business hours. Santa will be there too, listening to Christmas wishes and posing for photos. Admission is $8 for this special event.

3. Christmas in the Garden at The Oregon Garden in Silverton is an award-winning event that features ice skating, a traditional German Christmas Market, a walk through over 400,000 Christmas lights, holiday foods and drinks, live reindeer, pony rides and a chance to visit with Santa. $5 parking, $6 admission, $12 skating

and equipment is extra.4. OMSI is always a fun and educational

day trip with the family, but this time of year it’s also holiday season at OMSI’s Kendall Planetarium. Laser Holiday Magic is a very popular event that features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music, and gives new meaning to the term “holiday lights.” $13.50 adults, $9.75 kids and seniors. Shows are extra.

5. The Polar Express Train Ride at The Mount Hood Railroad is a magical adventure that would make a great yearly tradition if it isn’t already. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas on this trip to the “North Pole” to see Santa. On the ride up, they will be read The Polar Express and served cocoa and cookies. Once they arrive, Santa will board the train to greet each child and hand out sleigh bells, and the return trip is filled with Christmas carols. Cost varies from $35 to $75 per ticket, based on age and date.

— Hannah Darling

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Kid Approved Restaurants Anyone?

Take them to appropriate places. Choosing the right restaurant is the key to being able to enjoy a meal out. “Kid-friendly” restaurants not only offer food that your kids will like in an atmosphere where you can all feel at ease, fellow patrons are usually more understanding of your situation. You may have to forgo some of your favorite places to eat during certain ages and stages with your children, but remember that it’s not forever, and you can save those places for date night.

Teach them manners at home. If you allow them to throw food on the floor, eat with their hands (when it’s no longer age-appropriate) or chew with their mouth open at your own dinner table, they will learn that those behaviors are acceptable. The same rules that you have at home should apply when you are out. There’s no need to loudly reprimand your children and make a scene, but calm reminders can go a long way if they’re used to hearing them at home too.

Set the bar high. The same rules that apply to adults should apply to children. You wouldn’t crawl under other people’s tables would you? They shouldn’t be doing that either, and although it’s tempting to just let those things go, it teaches bad habits that you’ll just have to correct later on.

No screens at the table. I know that a lot of people will disagree with me on this one, but a five-year-old that plays on a screen at every meal will become a teenager (and adult) who does as well. Set an example at your own table, by focusing on the people

that you are with—and abandoning your own phone for the duration of the meal. Children learn to be polite and make conversation by watching the way that you interact with them. If you need a distraction while waiting for your meal, bring a small game or crayons to work with together while you wait.

Know when it’s time to intervene. When other people around you are trying to enjoy their meal, it’s important to identify when your child is being too much of a disruption. It’s perfectly acceptable to get up from the table and take a walk with them while you wait for your food. If the meal is taking too long to get to the table, pull out the emergency snacks and crayons. Set your child up for success by being prepared and having a Plan B.

Talk to your kids. I know this may sound obvious, but kids act out more when they feel ignored. If you’re not listening to them or trying to engage them in conversation, they’ll be forced to try and get your attention other ways. Besides, it’s important to teach them conversational skills.

Remember that although eating out with kids can be stressful, no one expects them to be silent and sit still for the entire meal. They’ll never learn how to behave in a restaurant unless they go out occasionally, because you can’t teach good manners unless you are giving your kids an opportunity to practice them.

— Hannah Darling

Teaching Restaurant Etiquette

Formanyparents,goingouttoeatwith children is daunting, to say the least. Not only can it get expensive, but there is that whole thing of trying not to disrupt the diners eating nearby. Here are nine places in the mid-valley that either have great deals for kids, or an environment that is welcoming to children.

Tuesday is Kid’s Day at Applebee’s in Albany and Corvallis. Meals are 1.99 to 2.99 all day. Plus, Applebee’s offers iPads on the tables with games you can purchase for your kids to play.

The Broken Yolk, in downtown Corvallis, makes a delicious breakfast. It also offers a kids’ play area, where they can climb and explore when they need to move around.

At Johnny Carino’s in Albany, you won’t pay for your child’s meal all day long on Tuesday thru Thursday, as long as at least one adult meal is purchased.

When you walk in the door to Monkey Friday’s in Albany, you won’t havetowonderifit’skidfriendly.From

the sparkly floor to the huge stuffed monkey sitting on the couch, it’s a great place to take kids for lunch or dessert.

Red Robin in Albany is another great place to bring kids. The children’s menu has fun entree options, and they all come with a drink and a side. Plus, if you go at the right time, you may even get to meet Red.

Ruby Tuesday in Corvallis lets you enjoy one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase after 5 p.m. every Tuesday.

Every Tuesday night from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., kids eat free with purchase of $2.50 or more at Denny’s in Albany.

Papa’s Pizza in Southtown Corvallis has a playroom for children, so that you can eat your pizza while they get some energy out.

Abby’s Pizza in Albany has a small arcade room with a few games to occupy your kids while you enjoy your pizza.

— Hannah Darling

December 2015

Ongoing EventsAlbany 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 processes taking place every Monday through Saturday on this hand-carved car-ousel project. In the lobby, view finished animals and watch the painters work on a number of ani-mals and other hand-crafted projects. In the carv-ing studio, see and touch over two dozen carvings in progress. For information, visit albanycarousel.com.

Art tours at the library. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue Corvallis. 10:00 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.

Corvallis Arts Walk. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 4-8 p.m. Free. Third Thursdays. A monthly art crawl that tours Corvallis’ fine art galleries (as well as non-gallery artistic events) and utilizes a rotating group of fine dining businesses for final destinations. The Arts Center is a great place for a first art-viewing stop, utilizing their off-street parking. For information/participating venues, visit theartscenter.net or face-book.com/CorvallisArtsWalk.

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 guitar-ists as well as perform and listen to guitar music in a supportive environment. The Society is open to all ages and abilities. Styles of music include clas-sical, flamenco, finger-style, solo jazz and guitar ensemble music from the Renaissance through to 20thCentury literature. Each meeting presents playing opportunities in both an ensemble and a solo ‘open stage’ setting. For information, visit corvallisguitarsociety.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 phys-ical world and enjoy using movement for personal expression. For information, contact Donna Blatt Ervin at (541) 752-6329, [email protected], or visit moderndancetechnique.com.

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 pro-vided. Call (541) 757-6512 or visit wackybounce.

com to reserve a spot.

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 accompanied 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, aban-doned, or neglected farm animals with clean water, bedding, 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].

grass Roots Reading group. Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. first Tuesdays. 15% discount on cho-sen 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, Tues.– Sat. 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 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” shopping 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 hand-made in America. The ArtShop changes with the seasons, and offers a variety of work from emerg-ing 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 information, call (541) 967-8017 or e-mail [email protected].

indoor 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 fundamental move-ment 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 incorporate them into more com-plex and challenging movements and sequences in future classes. Class sizes will be kept small. For information/registration, visit jessbfit.com.

life and Death. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. Nov. 6 – Dec. 12, 2015 @ 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. 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 photographers belong to the PAG. For infor-mation 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 regis-tration for details or call Visit cityofalbany.net for details or call (541) 967-4521.

Pastega Christmas light Display. Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St Corvallis. 4:30 – 10:00 p.m. Daily until December 25th. Free. For 31 years the Pepsi Bottling Plant hosted the popular display. After the death of founder Mario Pastega, the display moved across town to the Benton County Fair Grounds. The former “Pepsi Lights” have been repainted, the moving parts refurbished, the speakers and missing lights

replaced. Now the Peoria Road light display has joined the fun. Come drive through the barn and around the floral courtyard for a double-dose of music and lights. For information, visit facebook.com/PastegaChristmasLights.

Recreation/open Swim at Albany Community Pool. 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays; 2-3 p.m. Wednesdays (spe-cial 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 wel-come. Call Margot to confirm directions at (541) 754-3595.

Rick bartow at oSu’s little gallery. Oregon State University, Little Gallery, 210 Kidder Hall 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 Oregon State University’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 depart-ment within the College of Liberal Arts. For infor-mation visit liberalarts.oregonstate.edu.

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 much-anticipated Teal Gallery features handmade items by local artists in a wide variety of media. Browse the Gallery and find the perfect locally-crafted holiday gifts for friends and loved ones. For information visit tealartistcoop.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 devel-opment 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 mile-stones they face at each age. Sign up at corvallis-sportspark.com

Friday 4Chamber Music Corvallis: Axiom Brass Quintet. First United Methodist Church Sanctuary,

1165 NW Monroe Av., Corvallis. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. $26-$29, single tickets. The 57th Season of Chamber Music Corvallis features five new ensembles with four “new” instrument configura-tions 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 1:00-8:30 p.m. Free. The Corvallis Nativity Festival is a free, community wide event that features over 700 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. 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 corvallis-nativityfestival.com.

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 accompanied by an adult in the water. Visit cityofalbany.net for details or call (541) 967-4521.

Holiday Marketplace. Oregon State University Memorial Union, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 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 infor-mation visit mu.oregonstate.edu.

international Winter bazaar. Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center 128 SW 9th Street, Corvallis. 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Friday & Saturday. Free. Celebrate the season multi-culturally! Handcrafted gifts by international Corvallis artists, fine ethnic & vintage goods, kid’s activities and tasty treats from around the world. For information visit cml-center.org.

Music à la Carte. Oregon State, Memorial Union Lounge MU 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 12 – 1 p.m. Free. This free, lunch-hour concert series has been a tradition at Oregon State University since 1969. The concerts take place in the beautiful Memorial Union Lounge, most Fridays during fall, spring and winter term, begin-ning at 12 p.m. and lasting for approximately 45 minutes. They feature a variety of OSU music ensembles, faculty and student musicians, as well as regional, national and international guest artists. For information visit liberalarts.oregonstate.edu.

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, toddlers, or pre-schoolers. For information, call (541) 766-6793 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.

teen Animanga Club. Corvallis Public Library, Storytime Room. 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4:00 – 5:45 p.m. Free. Teens in middle and high school who love anime and manga are invited to hang out with other fans to discuss new manga titles, watch anime, eat Japanese snacks, and craft it up. All materials provided. Bring a fellow fan.

tgiF yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 6:00 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 ecofusionfitness.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 since 1988. Performing a wide variety of big band arrangements, 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 hilltop-bigband.com.


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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 uku-lele 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.

Winter’s Eve Corvallis. Madison Avenue, between 2nd & 3rd Streets, Corvallis. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $40 in Advance, $45 Night of the Event. Assistance League presents Winter’s Eve Corvallis, a sparkling holiday celebration in conjunction 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.

Saturday 5Contra 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. (experienced 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 corval-lisfolklore.org.

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 opportunities to view exhibits in a new way while participating in hands-on activities that encourage creativity and discov-ery. 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.

Exploregon Workshops: oregon geology. Mary’s Peak, Philomath. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free. During this field trip, observe the types of rocks driving up Marys Peak and the panoramic view of the Cascadia Subduction Zone from the top. (If snow or other weather prohibits, other sites in the Corvallis area will be visited.) For information visit corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org.

Free Family portraits. Odd Fellows Hall (downtown Corvallis, located above New Morning Bakery) 223 SW 2nd St, Corvallis. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free family and individual portraits will be offered by local photographers. Each sitting will include a free 8x10 and a free high resolution file of the image on CD. The Salon will also be on site to provide free light hair styling (no haircuts). No appointment needed. More information about Help-Portrait, a non-profit with events in 60+ countries, can be found at help-portrait.com. For questions on the Corvallis event, please email [email protected].

Friends of the library holiday book Sale. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. High-quality used books suitable for gift giving will be featured. Holiday fiction, cooking, and crafts will also be offered, along with hardback fiction, and children’s books. Books are individually priced. All proceeds benefit programs and services of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library System with branches in Alsea, Corvallis, Monroe, Philomath, and the Bookmobile. For information visit friendsofthecbclibrary.org.

Making Spirits bright: A Winter Dance Concert. Majestic Theatre 115 SW 2nd St Corvallis 3:00 & 7:00 p.m. Adults $12, Members/Students/Seniors $10. Featuring holiday-inspired performances in a variety of styles from Pacific Tap Dance Company, Modern Dance Technique, Downtown Dance Studio, and Willamette Apprentice Ballet. Enjoy local dance choreography and performances at its finest from your friends, family, and neighbors. For information visit majes-tic.org.

Mama-baby Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 10:15 a.m. Thursdays 12:15 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.

Mustache Dache. 126 SW 1st St Corvallis. $40. The biggest, baddest, hairiest running series on the planet is coming to Corvallis. It’s a mustache-themed run that’s a little bit Freddie Mercury and a little bit Ron Swanson. It’s a fundraiser to help end prostate cancer through our charity partner, Zero Cancer and it’s the best excuse you’re going to find this side of 1976 to grow a mustache. Corvallis loves to run. For information visit mus-tachedache.com.

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 prepare 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 ecofusionfitness.com.

Saturday Stories. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Storytime Room. 645 NW Monroe Ave. Corvallis. 11:00 a.m. every 1st Saturday. Storytime for all ages. For information call (541) 766-6481 or visit evanced.info/corvallis/evanced/eventcalendar.asp.

Story 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 trail band: Whiteside theatre Holiday Concert. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave Corvallis. 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. $35 Advance; $40 Door. The Trail Band is an eight-piece ensemble that creates an energetic blend of brass and string arrangements. They play traditional and original music featuring five great vocalists, including Quarterflash’s Rindy Ross. Combining cornet, tenor horn, tuba, fiddles, hammer dulcimer, guitars, penny whistle, mandolin, piano, saxo-phone, spoons, bones, drums, bass, and recorders with rich vocal harmonies, the Trail Band creates a diverse tapestry of sound. For information visit brownpapertickets.com.

Winter Wonderland. Boys & Girls Club, 1112 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis. 6 – 10 p.m. $100. The Winter Wonderland Gala will feature exquisitely decorated trees with spectacular gifts under each one. In addition to guests enjoying an evening of dinner, drinks and holiday music, guests will have the opportunity to bid on their favorite Christmas tree, which will be delivered to their home or busi-ness fully decorated and complete with gifts. The Winter Wonderland Gala is a unique opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with clients, col-leagues and friends while supporting the lifesaving mission of the Boys & Girls Club. For information visit bgccorvallis.org.

Corvallis nativity Festival. See 12/4.

Holiday Marketplace. See 12/4.

international Winter bazaar. See 12/4.

Sunday 6Corvallis-oSu Symphony orchestra: holiday Concert. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th Street 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 cosusymphony.org.

First Sunday vocal Jam. Riverfront Park 1st St & Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2-4 p.m. First Sundays. Free. Participatory improv singing in polyphon-ic groove, for all skill levels and ages. For infor-mation, call (541) 760-3069. corvallisfolklore.org

hoolyeh Folkdance. First Congregational Church, Gatton Hall, 4515 W Hills Rd 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.

Play Day at the library. Corvallis Public Library, Storytime Room. 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis Sundays 1 – 4 p.m. Free. Come play with children Activities include imaginative play, blocks, dolls, toys and more. Ages 1-8. Parental supervision required.

South town Art Walk. Diana Rose Studio, SE Crystal Lake Dr & SE Bethel St Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Open studios of local artists in the South Town neighborhood of Corvallis. Featuring ceramics, jewelry, wood crafts, paintings, foods, and more, this is a celebration of our local creative community. For information visit facebook.com/events/116198132074104/.


Friends of the library holiday book Sale. See 12/5.

Monday 7bryson Skaar Jazz standards. Imagine Coffee 5460 SW Philomath Boulevard Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Free. For information visit imag-inecoffee.net.

ESl Conversation Class. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Conference Room A (2nd Floor). Mondays 10 a.m. FREE. A weekly ESL conversation class open to anyone of any skill level will meet at the library every Monday at 10:00 A.M. in Conference Room C (2nd floor) beginning November 2nd. These free classes do not require registration and anyone 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 Storytime. Corvallis 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, wobblers, toddlers, or pre-schoolers. For information, call (541) 766-6793 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.

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.

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 ability are invited to try this gentle form of Hawaiian dance and expres-sion. For information, call Barb Landau at (541) 908-9190 or visit corvallishula.com.

Wiggly Wobbler Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10 a.m. Mondays. Free. Ages 0-18 months. Includes simple books, songs, movement, 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 beautiful 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 8 Albany Rotary Club. Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany. Noon. Free. Rotary of Albany has purchased and helped install play-

ground equipment, sponsored an annual Christmas party for underprivileged children, provided grants to local service organizations, given scholarships to deserving students, and sponsored recognition programs for outstanding young people. For infor-mation, visit rotaryofalbany.org or e-mail [email protected].

Celtic Jam. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7 p.m. every Tuesday. Visit imag-inecoffee.net for information.

Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufman. Darkside Cinema, 215 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 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 fea-ture’s release) and an introduction with interest-ing facts about the production from curator Ygal Kaufman. For information, visit cmnyk.wordpress.com.

Exploregon 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 under-standing 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 corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org.

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, toddlers, or pre-schoolers. For information, call (541) 766-6793 or visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.

Makers Club. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4 – 5:30 p.m. Learn pro-gramming and explore electronics. Experiment with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, 3D printing, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and Cubelets. Arduino & Raspberry Pi are low cost, open-source, physical computing platforms that can be used to learn pro-gramming, detect sensor input, blink LEDs, and control motors. SparkFun Kits will be provided; we’ll be programming with a laptop – feel free to bring one from home. Ages 10 – 18. For informa-tion visit http://evanced.info.

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 sup-port 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].

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 livewellstu-dio.com for information.


Prenatal Yoga. See 12/5.

Wednesday 9baby 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 caregivers can enjoy interactive time with their tots. Stories, finger plays, music and more. No registration is required. For information visit lebanonpublicli-brary.com/.

beginning ballet for tweens, teens, and Adults. Cascade Performing Arts Studio, 800


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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].

Evening 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 albany-publiclibrarybookclub.blogspot.com.

lEgo Club. Lebanon Public Library 55 Academy St Lebanon. Second Wednesday at 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Designed for ages 6 to 13 years old this is an independent activity exploring with LEGOS. We supply the LEGOS the kids supply the imagina-tion 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 fellow-ship, 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 th Shelter, and art supplies for schools. For information, visit corvallismorningrotary.org.

Family Swim. See 12/4.

yoga in the gallery. See 12/7.

thursday 10brown bag Art talk: Joan truckenbrod. The Arts Center 700 SW Madison Ave Corvallis. 12 – 1 p.m. Free. Bring a brown bag lunch and learn more about Joan Truckenbrod’s Igloo to Nano. Nationally-renowned artist Joan Truckenbrod revisits existing as well as newly-created work for her exhibit, From Igloo to Nano, Truckenbrod’s work deals with visualizing science, natural phenomena and environmental concerns, by pro-jecting videos on objects. For information visit theartscenter.net.

Free blood pressure Check. Chintimini Senior & Community Center 2601 NW Tyler Ave Corvallis. 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 am. Free. Come get a blood pressure check for free. For information contact Chintimini Senior & Community Center (541) 766-6959 or email [email protected].

la leche league of lebanon. Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Hwy., Lebanon. 6 p.m. Second Thursday. Free. Breastfeeding information and support for expect-ant and breastfeeding mothers. Fathers and babies welcome. For information, call (541) 766-0055 or visit lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com.

legacy ballet Present “the Nutcracker”. Linn-Benton Community College Russell Trip Theater. 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW Albany. Dec. 10, 11 & 12 at 7 p.m., with a matinee performance Dec. 12 at 2 p.m. $12. An annual tradition, Legacy’s performance features adult and children dancers from our local communities. The dance company offers ballet, jazz, hip-hop, modern and tap dance for ages three through adult. For special needs and accommodations, contact the Center for Accessibility Resources at 541-917-4789 or via Oregon Relay TDD at 1-800-735-2900 at least 72

hours in advance of this event. For information visit linnbenton.edu.

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 lebanonpubliclibrary.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, abdominal 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 connection with their postpartum body as well as a greater ease and stability in the everyday move-ments of mothering. For information visit proud-mamasupportservices.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.cityofalbany.net.

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 tribal-risingdance.com, call (541) 740-4632, or e-mail [email protected].

Mama-baby Yoga. See 12/5.

Friday 11parents’ night out. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 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, activities and a healthy snack. Pre-registration pre-ferred. Fee: $15 single registration, $12 each with multiple registrations, $20 day-of registration. For information visit corvallisoregon.gov.

the best Christmas pageant Ever. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Adults $16, Members/Students/Seniors $14. The Majestic Community Theatre proudly presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, by Barbara Robinson, directed by Wendy Cortright, December 11th through the 20th. In this hilarious Christmas classic, adapted from the best-selling Young Adult book, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. For information visit majes-tic.org.


legacy ballet Present “the Nutcracker.” See 12/10.

preschool Storytime. See 12/4.

tgiF yoga. See 12/4.

Saturday 12Corvallis Squares Square Dance. First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Rd Corvallis. 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 7 to 10:00 p.m. $5. The Corvallis Squares host a Square Dance on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. The caller and cuer is Jim Hattrick . For more information call 541-745-7121 or 503-569-2504 or visit corvallissquares.com.

Creating Your Own Christmas Centerpiece. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. December 12th & 13th – 1:00 p.m. $25 per per-son. Decorate homes with unique holiday style with our Christmas Centerpiece workshop. In this

festive hands-on class, we will walk participants through how to make a beautiful Christmas center-piece with fresh greens. For every centerpiece to have a special flair, our gift shop is filled with an array of holiday ornaments and seasonal delights. Before and after the workshop, feel free to check out the great items that we have for purchase to customize centerpieces. Call (541) 753-6601 to register. Or For information visit garlandnursery.com/events

Crescent valley Robotics team pancake breakfast. Crescent Valley High School Cafeteria, 4444 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $7/ all ages. This all-you-can-eat breakfast featuring pancakes, sausages, eggs, biscuits & gravy, fruit and beverages, as well as several gift baskets for raffle, is a fundraiser for the CV Robotics team, which competes each year in the FIRST Robotics Challenge. The money raised helps fund the building of the robot, as well as costs associated with attending the competitions in Oregon and beyond. For more information, visit Team955.org.

little Sprouts: Fresh holiday Swag. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 11 a.m. $7/child. Our little sprouts are definitely in a festive spirit! Our young crafters are creating Fresh Green Holiday Swags at this month’s Little Sprouts. They can bring these beautiful decorations home and hang them on doors, adorn window sills or give as a gift to a loved one. Registration required. Call (541) 753-6601 to register. garlandnursery.com/events.

¡los CuEntoS! Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. 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.

Santa at the library. Philomath Community Library 1050 Applegate St Philomath. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free. The Philomath Lions Club is hosting Santa at the Philomath Community Library from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015. facebook.com/PhilomathCommunityLibrary.

Santa, S’mores and More: Family Fun Day. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. We have a special day of holiday fun for the whole family here at Garland Nursery. Santa is pulling himself away from the hustle-and-bustle of the North Pole to enjoy hot apple cider and cocoa with all those special good little boys and girls and their families. Be sure to bring your camera to take a photo with Santa. For information visit garlandnursery.com/events.

the beavers: oregon State Women’s basketball home game. Gill Coliseum, 660 SW 26th Street, Corvallis. 2:00 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.

the houR traders 14th Annual Winter Celebration. Old World Deli, 341 NW 2nd St Corvallis. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free. Buy local, with local currency at the HOUR Traders 14th Annual Winter Celebration on Saturday, December 12th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Old World Deli Arena in Corvallis. A fun-filled day of activities and entertainment is planned. HOUR Traders Marketplace is a great place to find the perfect locally-crafted gift this holiday season and to meet some of the folks who trade the local currency, HOURS. Vendors accept both local currency and US dollars too. Pass through, or stay for the entire afternoon. For information visit hourexchange.org.

Discovery Saturday. See 12/5.

legacy ballet Present “the Nutcracker.” See 12/10.



Story time for Kids. See 12/5.

the best Christmas pageant Ever. See 12/11.

Sunday 13Corvallis youth Symphony Winter Concert.

LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St Corvallis. 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at door. Students are free with paid adult. The Corvallis Youth Symphony’s Winter Concert features works by Barber, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov. CV Senior Towaki Takikawa will be the featured soloist on Samuel Barber’s violin concerto Mvt. I. It’s directed by Christopher Noel. For information visit cysassoc.org.

Winterdance: A Celtic Christmas Celebration. First Presbyterian Church 114 SW 8th St Corvallis. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. $20 +. Molly’s Revenge, with special guest vocalist Christa Burch and The Murray Irish Dancers, will present an evening of music, song and dance associated with the festive season. The performance will include Christmas songs played with a Celtic twist. Molly’s Revenge includes bagpipes, fiddle, whis-tle, guitar, mandola, and bodhran. They are known for their unique and infectious on-stage enthusi-asm. For information visit corvallisfolklore.org.

Creating Your Own Christmas Centerpiece. See 12/13.

Play Day at the library. See 12/6.

Monday 14bryson Skaar Jazz standards. See 12/7.

ESl Conversation Class. See 12/7.

Family Storytime. See 12/7.

pu’uwai o Ke Kuawa heart of the valley Hula. See 12/7.

Wiggly Wobbler Storytime. See 12/7.


tuesday 15Coloring Mandalas. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Main Meeting Room 645 NW Monroe Ave Corvallis. 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Free. Local artist Maureen Frank, also known as The Mandala Lady, has been sharing her passion for this relaxing and meditative art form for over 15 years. During a special program, attendees will learn background information about mandalas; coloring techniques using crayons, color pencils, markers, and gel pens; ways to approach coloring mandalas; and ways to draw and/or color mandalas as a meditation. The Mandala Lady will also lead a guided meditation followed by a 30-minute session of coloring and playing with mandalas and other coloring materials. This event is free and open to the public. For information visit themandalalady.com.

Modern voices Reading and Discussion group. Main Albany Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. Noon-1 p.m. Third Tuesdays. Free. Adults. The group reads and discusses 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 albanypubliclibrarymodernvoic-es.blogspot.com or call (541) 791-0112.

Albany Rotary Club. See 12/8.

Celtic Jam. See 12/8.

Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufman. See 12/8.

infant Storytime. See 12/8.


tuesday tea Community Event. See 12/8.

Wednesday 16‘it’s A Wonderful life’ at the Whiteside. Whiteside Theatre 361 SW Madison Ave Corvallis. 7 p.m. See the holiday classic, “It’s A Wonderful Life,” at the Whiteside Theatre. For information visit the Whiteside Theatre’s blog, the Whiteside’s Facebook page and whitesidetheatre.org.

noontime organ Recital. First United Methodist Church 1165 NW Monroe Ave Corvallis. 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free. This concert is part of the Amore Concert Series, which includes monthly 3rd Wednesday at noon perfor-


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tuesday 29Majestic theatre public Monthly Forum. Majestic Theatre 115 SW 2nd St Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Free. In order to keep in constant contact with our user base, patrons, and members of the community with creative ideas, the Majestic Theatre maintains a monthly public forum. Theatre Supervisor Jimbo Ivy will lead the forum and mediate comments, questions and propos-als from the community. For information visit majestic.org.

Albany Rotary Club. See 12/8.






Wednesday 30baby and Me Storytime. See 12/9.

beginning ballet for tweens, teens, and Adults. See 12/9.


oSused Store End of year Clearance Sale. See 12/23.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 12/9.

the third option: Special Focus. See 12/16.


thursday 31high Steppin’ Country Dance. Elks Lodge 1400 NW 9th St Corvallis. 7 - 12:00 am. $5. The High Steppin’ Country Dance Club host a monthly dance from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Elks Lodge. The dance includes line and couples dance lessons. Admission is $5 for general admis-sion and $4 for students, military and Dance Club members. For more information, visit them online at highsteppincountry.com or call 541-491-3606.


Mamalates group Class. See 12/10.

tribal Rising Dance. See 12/10.

Friday, January 1polar bear Swim at the osborn Aquatic Center. Osborn Aquatic Center 1940 NW Highland Dr Corvallis. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. $6 per person minimum suggested donation. Kick off the New Year right with a Polar Bear Swim. Take a ride down the great white waterslide and make a splash in Osborn Aquatic Center’s Otter Beach! Warm up in the indoor pools, have a cup of hot cider and enjoy some cake. $6 suggested minimum donation. Donations benefit Corvallis Parks and Recreation Family Assistance Program. For information visit corvallisoregon.gov.

Saturday, January 2Contra Dancing. See 12/5.





Albany Public Library, Main Mon: 7 pm with puppet showWed: 10:30 am with puppet showThurs: 10:30 am with puppet show

Albany Public Library, Downtown Tues: 10:30 am with puppet show

Philomath Public LibraryWed: Philomath Story Time, 10 am, 3-5 years old

Corvallis Public Library

Mon: Bedtime Storytime, 7pm, all agesTues: Infant Storytime, 10 am, birth-1 year oldWed: Wobbler Storytime, 10 am, 1-2 years oldThurs: Toddler Storytime, 10 am, 2-3 years oldFri: Preschool Storytime, 10 am, 3-5 years old

Library Story Times

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mances throughout the year. Admission is free of charge, but donations to help support the series are welcome. For information visit corvallisfumc.org.

the Emerald City Jazz Kings: Swinging on A Star – Christmas at the Shedd 2015. LaSells Stewart Center, 875SW 26th Street Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $15-$30. For its 2015-16 20th anniversary season, Jesse Cloninger and the Emerald City Jazz Kings announce a complete year of big band swing. Swinging On A Star: Christmas at The Shedd 2015 Shirley Andress returns with her 8th annual Christmas At The Shedd, featuring Tracy Williams, Marisa Frantz, Bob Cross and Bill Hulings fronting Jesse Cloninger and the Emerald City Jazz Kings in Christmas Swing configuration! Look for all of your favorites, plus a few surprises in this heartwarming evening of Christmas cheer and togetherness tailored to this season’s Jazz Kings 20th Anniversary of Swing. For information visit theshedd.org.

the third option: Forgivness & Repair. 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 couples 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 12/9.



oSused Store Sale. See 12/9.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 12/9.



thursday 17Art Reception: 6th Annual oSu Staff Art Show. Giustina Gallery LaSells Stewart Ctr/OSU Corvallis. 5 – 7 p.m. Free. Celebrate the creativ-ity of Oregon State’s faculty! This show is co-sponsored by the Professional Faculty Leadership Association (PFLA) and the Association of Office Professionals (AOP), with support from the Office of the President. Free and Open to the public. Light hors d’oeuvres and cash wine bar available. For information visit communications.oregonstate.edu.

Chamber Forum luncheon. Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St, Philomath. 12 p.m. – 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 businesses. For more information, visit PhilomathChamber.org.

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 expect-ant and breastfeeding mothers. Babies and chil-dren welcome. For information, call (541) 766-0055 or visit lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com. Find us on Facebook as LLL Willamette Valley.

little bookworms preschool Storytime. See 12/10.


Mamalates group Class. See 12/10.

preschool Story time with puppets. See 12/10.


Friday 18Family Movie Swim. Osborn Aquatic Center 1940 NW Highland Dr Corvallis. 7 – 9 p.m. $2.50 - $5. Enjoy a swim-in movie with the fam-ily! We’ll have a different family friendly movie projected pool-side each month. Call for movie details 541-766-7946 or visit corvallisoregon.gov.


preschool Storytime. See 12/4.

tgiF yoga. See 12/4.


Saturday 19brunch with Santa Claus. Chintimini Senior & Community Center 2601 NW Tyler Ave Corvallis. 10:30 am. $8-$17.50. The real Santa – as in, visiting from the North Pole – has agreed to spend a morning at the Center only six days before Christmas! Treat your kids and grandkids (or yourself!) to Brunch With Santa Claus at the Chintimini Senior and Community Center. Enjoy photos with Santa, choral music, brunch by Valley Catering, a silent auction and an art table for children. Reserve your spot by December 9th. For information visit corvallisoregon.gov.

Candlelight & Carols. First United Methodist Church 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7 – 9 p.m. $23 Main | $18 Balcony. Crafted at the zenith of Bach’s creative life, this oratorio is a festive celebration for Christmas Day. Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna (Eternal Light) is an intimate work cen-tered on hope, reassurance, and illumination. For orchestra, soloists, and choir. Plus, holiday carols. For information visit repsing.org.

Contra Dancing. See 12/5.





the beavers: oregon State Women’s basketball home game. See 12/12.


Sunday 20Hoolyeh international Dance. See 12/6.





Kiwanis holiday pie Sale. See 11/13.




tuesday 22Albany Rotary Club. See 12/8.






Wednesday 23oSused Store End of year Clearance Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. The OSUsed Store will have end-of-year clearances on the last two Wednesdays of the month - December 23rd and 30th at 12-3 p.m. We will have many items - furni-ture (desks, file cabinets, tables, chairs, bookcases, etc.), computers and computer accessories, office supplies, bicycles, household items, and much more. Our public sales provide an opportunity for the gen-eral public to make personal purchases. For infor-mation, please visit http://surplus.oregonstate.edu.

baby and Me Storytime. See 12/9.



Rise and Shine Storytime. See 12/9.



thursday 24Mama-baby Yoga. See 12/5.


Friday 25Merry Christmas.

Saturday 26Corvallis Squares Square Dance. First Congregational UCC Church, 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 informa-tion call 541-745-7121 or 503-569-2504 or visit them online at corvallissquares.com.





Sunday 27letter Writing Social and Stationery Exchange. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Every fourth Sunday 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Celebrate the art of crafting handwritten letters the fourth Sunday of the month. Join other fellow letter writ-ers in the library’s Board Room to compose letters to friends, relatives or acquaintances. Bring sta-tionery, handmade or store bought, or use supplies provided. Or exchange handmade or store bought stationery with other letter writers and encourage each other to sustain the epistolary tradition. For information visit cbcpubliclibrary.net.

Majestic Reader’s theatre : the last Romance by Joe Dipietro. Majestic Theatre 115 SW 2nd St Corvallis. 3:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Adults $10, Members/Students/Seniors $8. On an ordinary day in a routine life, Ralph decides to take a different path on his daily walk—one that leads him to an unexpected second chance at love. Relying on a renewed boyish charm, Ralph attempts to woo the elegant, but distant, Carol. Defying Carol’s reticence—and his lonely sister’s jealousy—Ralph embarks on the trip of a lifetime, and regains a happiness that seemed all but lost. THE LAST ROMANCE is a heart-warming com-edy about the transformative power of love. For information visit majestic.org/.




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