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FRIDAY, JUNE 21
Slipstream Clay Studio Open House, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 6842 SW Plymouth Dr. An open house of a new studio in Corvallis run by sculptor and ceramic artist Vicki Lynn Wilson, with a raffle and refreshments. Class registration is open for summer and fall classes. Memberships are also available. See the story in the Corvallis Gazette-Times here or visit Slipstream Clay’s website here.
Prestige Senior Living’s Aloho, Let’s Luau!, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., 5595 SW West Hills Rd. Tropical drinks and snacks, as well as fun for all ages. See here.
Impromptu maiden voyage of Corvallis Cruiser Ride, meet at 6:30 p.m., ride at 7 p.m., Central Park. A night ride with a group, stopping for occasional dance parties. The theme is Pride and being you, costumes welcome. Bring snacks and beverages and have bike lights.
“Ferngully - The Last Rainforest” (1992), 7 p.m., Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St. A movie extravaganza with photo ops, costume contest and fanciful concessions. Rated G. Tickets are $15 and available here.
I Wish I Was a Punk Band, 7 p.m., Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St. I Wish I Was a Punk Band with Jean Shorts Jesus and Bluessence.
Chintimini Chamber Music Festival, Terra - Concert No. 1, 7:30 p.m. (prelude at 6:45 p.m.), First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 SW West Hills Rd. The chamber performs “Limestone and Felt,” Caroline Shaw; Duet mit zwei obligaten Augengläsern (Duet with two obligatory eyeglasses), Ludwig v. Beethoven; “This is it,” Reena Esmail; and Piano Quintet, Ralph Vaughan Williams. Single and season tickets are available here.
SATURDAY, JUNE 22
Corvallis Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, downtown at First and Jackson. Visit the booths of the Benton County Master Gardeners and the OSU Master Food Preservers. See here for a map of vendors.
Albany Pride Festival 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., 300 SW 4th Ave., Albany. The event will feature community booths, a rally from 9:30 – 11 a.m., the march from 11 -11:30 a.m., and more. To see the day’s schedule, see here, and visit here for a few more events.
Public Seed Library Vegetable Garden Plant Clinic, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Belluschi Wing, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. Benton County Master Gardeners can help you plan cools season crops for fall harvest and overwintering. See here.
Mixed Media Collage Workshop, 10 a.m., Corl House, Woodland Meadow Park. A 3-hour workshop with Corvallis artist, Jennifer Lommers. Cost is $65. Space is limited. See here for more information and a link to sign-up.
How to Water Your Garden, 10:30 a.m., Homegrown Gardens, 4845 SE 3rd St. RSVP for this free class by calling 541-758-2137.
Saturday Stories, 10:30 – 11 a.m., main meeting room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. A storytime for children of all ages.
Free Life Jacket Giveaway, 11 a.m., Coastal Farm & Ranch, 400 NE Circle Blvd. Each child must be 12 years or younger and be present for their fitting. Limit 1 per child – while supplies last. See here.
Purr Fest!, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Heartland Humane Shelter, 398 SW Twin Oaks Cir. Visit adoptable cats and kittens and education stations on kitten care, info with a vet tech or cat toy making; become a foster or volunteer; and take part in food, drinks, games and prizes. Bring a donation from the Kitten Season wishlist to get a raffle ticket. See here for all the information.
School’s Out Surf’s Up Party, 1 – 3 p.m., Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr. Otter Beach outdoor pools open. Celebrate the beginning of summer with a beach-themed pool party including games and prizes. Regular admission rates apply. See here.
Ladies’ Networking & Mixer, 3 – 5 p.m., 2 Towns Taproom, 33930 SE Eastgate Cir. For those looking to expand their professional network, featuring charcuterie and local craft ciders while mixing, mingling and connecting. Tickets are $25 online here.
Inaugural Muddy Creek Concert featuring The Quitters, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Aro Farm, 26809 Greenberry Rd. The Quitters duo consists of right-side up finger stylist, Stevie Coyle, and upside-down backwards flat picker, Glenn “Houston” Pomianek. Find more information here. To reserve a seat, email muddycreekconcert@gmail.com.
Greenbelt Land Trust’s Music on the Land, 4 p.m., Bald Hill Farm. Listen to the music of Jubilate! Women’s Choir of Corvallis; DTW Street Band, with horn band music inspired by the sounds of New Orleans; and Outer Orbit, a funk-soul collective from Portland. A shuttle will be available from the parking lot at the Benton County Fairgrounds starting at 3 p.m. Directions to walk or bike to the event are available here. Find tickets and more information here.
Inner Limits, 7 p.m., Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St. A power-house blues/funk/rock trio.
Corvallis Knights home game vs the Springfield Drifters, 7:05 p.m., Goss Stadium, 430 SW Langton Pl. Promotion of the night is Dash4Cash, all kids ages 12 and under are invited onto the field during the game to chase some cash. Sign a waiver at the table outside the box office. See here.
“Exit the Body: A Farce in Three Acts,” 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Majestic Lab Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St. A hilarious series of entrances and exits involving dead bodies and a hunt for jewels in a rented New England house. Tickets are $16 adults, $14 students/seniors, available here.
Fireable Offense, The Beepsters and Slippy & The Sheets, 9 p.m., Bombs Away Café, 2527 NW Monroe Ave. Cover is $5, ages 21+ after 10 p.m.
SUNDAY, JUNE 23
Burn Boot Camp Summer Kickoff Party, 4 – 6 p.m., 2479 NW Kings Blvd. Shopping with Lularoe by Melissa Campbell and The Happy Circle Project. BBQ with ACE Hardware and fun sodas with Drinky Drinks. Obstacle course with PEGA Gymnastics and other games with Burn Boot Camp. See here.
All the Way Open Mic Comedy, 8 p.m., Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St. Hosted by Terry Geil. Sign-up at 7:30 p.m.