2019-2020 Our Town by Mid-Valley Media

2019-2020

OUR TOWN Covering the Entire Mid-Willamette Valley

Adair Village • Albany • Alpine • Alsea • Bellfountain • Blodgett Brownsville • Corvallis • Foster • Halsey • Harrisburg Jefferson • Kings Valley • Lebanon • Lewisburg • Lyons Millersburg • Monroe • Philomath • Scio • Shedd • Sodaville Summit • Sweet Home • Tangent • Waterloo

INSIDE OUR TOWN

Day one of the Benton County Fair and Rodeo. -Photo by: Andy Cripe

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INSIDE OUR TOWN

The 74-mile section of Highway 34 between Tangent and Waldport is now an Oregon Scenic Byway. Backers of the designation hope it will promote tourism. -Photo by: Andy Cripe

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INSIDE OUR TOWN A VIEW OF THE VALLEY

Benton County.............................6 Linn County................................7 Census Facts...............................7 Visitors Centers...........................7

ABOUT OUR TOWNS

Adair Village................................10 Albany........................................10 Alpine........................................10 Alsea..........................................10 Bellfountain................................10 Blodgett......................................11 Brownsville.................................11 Corvallis.....................................11 Foster.........................................11 Halsey........................................12 Harrisburg..................................12 Jefferson.....................................13 Kings Valley................................13 Lebanon.....................................13 Lewisburg...................................13 Lyons.........................................13 Mill City.....................................13 Millersburg.................................14 Monroe.......................................14 Philomath...................................14 Scio............................................14 Shedd.........................................14 Sodaville.....................................14 Summit......................................15 Sweet Home................................15 Tangent......................................15 Waterloo.....................................15

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Utilities......................................16 Recycling....................................17 Post Offices.................................18 Transportation............................19 Media Outlets..............................21

AREA COMMERCE

Chambers of Commerce................24

HEALTH CARE

Immediate Help...........................27 Finding a Doctor..........................27 Finding a Dentist..........................27 Hospitals & Clinics.......................27

Contributors

Other Health Resources.................31 OSU Student Health Services.........33

FINDING HELP

Public Agencies............................34 Community Resources..................34 Health........................................40 Support Groups...........................44 Senior Centers.............................48

EDUCATION

Public Schools - Benton County.....50 Private Schools - Benton County....50 Charter Schools - Benton County...51 Public Schools - Linn County.........51 Private Schools - Linn County........53 Charter Schools - Linn County.......54 Linn-Benton Community College...55 Oregon State University................55 Home Schooling...........................56 Newspapers in Education..............57

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Advocacy....................................83 Arts............................................84 Computers..................................85 Cultural......................................85 Education...................................85 Environment...............................85 Fraternal.....................................87 Historical....................................88 Hobbies......................................89 Music.........................................91 Parenting....................................91 Politics.......................................92 Professional................................92 Service.......................................92 Social.........................................95 Sports........................................96 Veterans......................................96

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OUR GOVERNMENT

Voter Registration........................58 Drop Boxes..................................58 Benton County Governments.........59 Benton County City Governments..60 Linn County Governments.............61 Linn County City Governments......61 State Officials..............................64 Public Safety...............................65

Community Programs...................98 Educational.................................99 Leadership..................................101 Preschool....................................99 Service.......................................102 Social.........................................103 Sports & Recreation......................103 The Arts.....................................102

WORSHIP...............................68

LEISURE ACTIVITIES

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS

Boating.......................................70 Biking.........................................70 Disc Golf.....................................71 Fishing & Hunting........................71 Golf...........................................72 Hiking........................................72 Horseback Riding.........................73 Parks..........................................74 Campgrounds..............................77 Playgrounds................................78 Running......................................78 Skiing.........................................79 Swimming Pools..........................80 Pickleball....................................81 Tennis........................................81 Volleyball....................................82

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Calendar of Events.......................105 Birding.......................................106 Dancing......................................107 Libraries.....................................108 Museums....................................110 Music.........................................112 Spectator Sports..........................114 Cinema.......................................115 Theater.......................................116 Tours..........................................116 Visual Arts and More ....................117 Art Galleries ...............................118 Microbrews & Distilleries..............118 Wineries.....................................118 Farmers & Artisan Markets............119

BUSINESS DIRECTORY.......25

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WELCOME TO OUR TOWN

This unnamed creek on the shoulder of Marys Peak west of Corvallis is one of 10 the alliance has asked the Oregon Board of Geographic Names to adopt Native American name of Lo Wa’ha yu Creek. -Photo by: Andy Cripe

his is the 31st annual edition of “Our Town: Covering the Entire MidWillamette Valley.” We at Mid-Valley Media believe the midvalley provides the best that Oregon has to offer, whether it be services provided or activities enjoyed. From the beauty of the Cascade Mountains, with their clear lakes and rivers, to the acres of farmland that reach across the valley floor to the Coast Range, we enjoy OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

unlimited opportunities for recreation and general quality of life. Residents — whether in a small town like Waterloo or Summit, or in larger cities like Albany, Lebanon, Corvallis and Philomath — are just a stone’s throw away from shopping centers, quality medical care and a full array of educational opportunities, while still being able to enjoy the great Oregon outdoors.

If you are part of an organization, club or activity and would like to be in next year’s publication, look for the Our Town submission forms in the Albany Democrat-Herald, Lebanon Express, Corvallis Gazette-Times or Philomath Express newspapers, or online at www.democratherald.com, www.gazettetimes.com, www.lebanonexpress.com or www.philomathexpress.com next spring. 5

VIEW OF THE VALLEY

Day one of the Benton County Fair and Rodeo.- Photo by: Andy Cripe

Benton County

The first residents of Benton County were the Kalapuya Indians who lived off a rich, green land of plentiful berries, fish and game. In April 1812, an exploring party from the Pacific Fur Company post at Fort Astoria came up the Willamette River in two canoes. When they saw the rich abundance of game, fish and other food, they 6

were moved to call the region “the garden of the Columbia.” Joseph Avery arrived in 1845 and claimed 640 acres of land on both sides of the Marys River where it enters the Willamette River. Soon after building a cabin for himself on the north shore, he platted the town of Marysville and began selling lots. William F. Dixon, another early set-

tler, agreed the area was an ideal spot for a town. He established a ferry across the Willamette and built his house just north of what is now Corvallis’ Harrison Boulevard. Oregon legislators declared the area a new county on Dec. 23, 1847, and, four years later, Marysville was accepted as the county seat. Avery and Dixon offered to provide land for a county courthouse. The town later was renamed Corvallis (meanOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

VIEW OF THE VALLEY ing “heart of the valley” in Latin). When it first was established, Benton County’s southern border ran south to what is now the boundary between Oregon and California and west to the Pacific Ocean. In 1851, as other counties were established, the southern border was set at its approximate modern location. Now 679 square miles, Benton County is ranked third smallest in land area among Oregon’s 36 counties. The current population of Benton County totals more than 92,000 (est. 2018)

Linn County

Linn County also was inhabited by the Kalapuya Indians who lived along the Calapooia, Willamette and Santiam rivers when the first settlers arrived in the mid1840s. In 1845, Abner Hackleman was the captain of a wagon train of about 300 people who crossed the plains to make their home in the mid-Willamette Valley, arriving in February of 1846 in what is now Albany. In the spring of 1846, Milton Hale established the first ferry across the Santiam River and many early settlers used it to get to present Linn County. Over the next few years, many people settled in Linn County, when the Donation Land Claim Act provided free land. Linn County was established on Dec. 28, 1847. Originally it stretched from the Santiam River on the north to what is now the California-Nevada border on the south, and from the Willamette River on the west to the crest of the Rocky Mountains on the east. The boundaries were altered in 1851 and 1854. Now, the county consists of 2,309 square miles. In 1851, the Territorial Legislature passed an act establishing Albany as the county seat. That was reaffirmed in 1856. Albany became a bustling commercial center during the late 1800s and early 1900s, with railroad tracks going in six directions, giving it the nickname Hub City. All the commercial activity also led to construction of many expensive homes during the Victorian era. Every architectural style popular during that period is represented in Albany’s historic districts, and in such towns as Lebanon and Brownsville. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Today, Linn County’s economic base is found in agriculture, forest products, manufacturing and the production of rare and primary metals. The population of Linn County tops 120,000 (est. 2016).

Housing Units ..................... 50,883 Percent owner-occupied units .... 64.1% Percent renter-occupied units .... 35.9%

Census Facts

HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION

BENTON COUNTY

Population.................. 92,101 (est.) (50.2% male, 49.8% female) Age Percent Of Population 4 and younger........................... 4.2% 18-under.................................. 16.3% 18-64...................................... 63.4% 65-over................................... 16.2% Ethnicity White...................................... 86.5% Hispanic.................................. 7.6% Asian ...................................... 7.1% Am. Indian/Alaska Native .......... 0.8% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander .0.3% Black ...................................... 1.2% Two or more races ..................... 4.1% Households Total households ...................... 34,775 Average household size (People) .. 2.38 Housing Units ..................... 38,451 Percentage owner-occupied units 56.9% Percentage renter-occupied units .44.1%

LINN COUNTY

Population ................ 127,335 (Est.) (50.6% female, 49.4% male) Age Percent Of Population 4 and younger .......................... 6.1% 18-under ................................. 22.5% 18-64...................................... 53.1% 65-over ................................... 22.5% Ethnicity White ..................................... 92.5% Hispanic ................................. 9.3% Asian ...................................... 1.2% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander .0.2% Black ...................................... 0.8% Am. Indian/Alaska Native .......... 1.7% Two or more races ..................... 3.5% Households (2013-2017) Total households ...................... 46,265 Average household size (People) .. 2.59

(Age 25 and older)

Benton County High school graduate/higher ...... 95.4% Bachelor’s degree/higher ........... 53.8% Linn County High school graduate/higher ...... 90.2% Bachelor’s degree/higher ........... 18.6% Oregon High school graduate or higher ... 90.2% Bachelor’s degree or higher ........ 32.3%

Visitors Centers

Albany Visitors Association 110 3rd Ave. S.E. 541-928-0911 Email: info@albanyvisitors.com www.albanyvisitors.com Visit Corvallis (Corvallis Tourism) 420 N.W. 2nd St. 541-757-1544 or 800-334-8118 Email: info@visitcorvallis.com www.visitcorvallis.com Lebanon Chamber Of Commerce & Visitors Center 1040 S. Park St. 541-258-7164 Email: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org www.lebanon-chamber.org Philomath Area Chamber Of Commerce & Visitors Center 1010 Applegate St. 541-929-2454 Email: director@philomathchamber.org www.philomathchamber.org Sweet Home Chamber Of Commerce & Visitors Center 1575 Main St. 541-367-6186 Email: info@sweethomechamber.com 7

INSIDE OUR TOWN

Michael Allen walks his 3-year-old labradoodle, Ava, along a path at Cheadle Lake Park. - Photo by: Mark Ylen

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ABOUT OUR TOWNS Five-year-old Rylan Ernst of Halsey rides the Buck-N-Bull at the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo on Friday July 12, 2019. - Photo by: Andy Cripe

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ABOUT OUR TOWNS ADAIR VILLAGE

Where to Find It: Adair Village is about seven miles north of Corvallis on Highway 99W. How It Got Its Name: The city, incorporated in 1976, was named after Camp Adair, which was named after Henry Rodney Adair, a soldier and Astorian who was killed in Mexico in 1916. His troops were greatly outnumbered but made a spirited defense. How Many People Live There: 859 What It’s Known For: The city was built on the site of a former military base that was quickly constructed for training during World War II. Adair Village, or simply “Adair,” is the home of Santiam Christian School and an Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife regional office. Where the Locals Hang Out: E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area, three miles to the north of town, offers plenty of opportunities for watching wildlife. Adair County Park has a disc golf course, tennis courts, softball fields and more.

ALBANY

Where to Find It: Albany is on the banks of the Willamette River in Linn and Benton counties, 25 miles south of Salem and about 40 miles north of Eugene on Interstate 5. How It Got Its Name: The city was founded in 1848 by Walter and Thomas Monteith and named after Albany, N.Y. How Many People Live There: 54,453 What It’s Known For: Albany is known for the Historic Carousel & Museum, which draws thousands of people each month since opening in August 2017; for

the free River Rhythms summer concert series that draws thousands to Monteith Riverpark; for the Albany Civic Theater, one of the Northwest’s oldest theaters; for the Northwest Art & Air Festival in August and for the annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade, the largest such event west of the Mississippi. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Willamette riverfront around Albany offers several parks with many recreational opportunities. Bowman and Bryant parks and Takena Landing offer boat access, fishing and picnicking with easy access to the downtown. An amphitheater in Timber-Linn Park is the site of large concerts. At Takena Landing Park, a 3.2mile loop trail follows the river north from the parking lot. Downtown has a good variety of quality restaurants and a farmers market on Saturdays from April to November.

ALPINE

Where to Find It: Alpine is in south Benton County, a few miles northwest of Monroe on Alpine Road. How It Got Its Name: According to a forest hydrologist who lives in Alpine, the unincorporated town is named for the vegetation found in the Hammer Creek Valley in the foothills of the Coast Range. The Klickitat Indians routinely burned the valley, which kept brush and Douglas fir trees at bay, and the only tree that could withstand this routine burning was the valley variety of ponderosa pine. The original settlers called it All Pine, which eventually became Alpine. How Many People Live There: 171 What It’s Known For: Thanks to sig-

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nage, the most prominent building in this crossroads town is the Alpine Tavern, an old-fashioned watering hole that’s been featured in a nostalgic beer advertisement for Miller High Life. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Alpine Community Center offers a preschool, recycling center, community classes, fitness center and more.

ALSEA

Where to Find It: Alsea is about 15 miles west of Philomath on Highway 34. How It Got Its Name: The community is named after the Alsea River, which runs through it. Alsea is believed to be derived from “Alsi,” the name of an Indian tribe that lived at the mouth of the river. How Many People Live There: 164 (2010 census). What It’s Known For: The river. Thousands of anglers from throughout the Northwest descend on Alsea for the annual steelhead run. Alsea also is the closest town to the Alsea Hatchery and the Oregon Hatchery Research Center, where fish are bred and studied. Where the Locals Hang Out: Alsea School District, kindergarten through high school, is the center of the community, and football and basketball games are particularly popular in the Coast Range town.

BELLFOUNTAIN

Where to Find It: Bellfountain is five miles northwest of Monroe, or four miles west of Oregon Highway 99W. How It Got Its Name: Story has it that Bellfountain was named by residents Spirited Cuisine

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who had moved from a town in Ohio that had the same name. The general area was known in pioneer days as Belknap’s Settlement. How Many People Live There: 75 What It’s Known For: Bellfountain gained acclaim when its high school basketball team, which consisted of all seven boys in the school, won the state championship in 1937, beating big schools from big cities. It’s an Oregon version of the movie “Hoosiers.” Today, grass seed, lumber and Christmas trees are the cornerstones for the area’s economy. Where the Locals Hang Out: Bellfountain Park has been used as a local meeting place since 1860, and its 85-foot picnic table — one solid slab of wood — surely is one of the wonders of Benton County and seats 120 people.

BLODGETT

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BROWNSVILLE

Where to Find It: Brownsville is four miles east of Interstate 5 on Highway 228. How It Got Its Name: Brownsville was laid out by James Blakley in 1853 and named in honor of town storekeeper Hugh L. Brown. How Many People Live There: 1,783 What It’s Known For: Brownsville is home to Pioneer Park, site of the annual Pioneer Picnic, Oregon’s oldest continu-

ous celebration. The town is also home to the Linn County Historical Museum and a historic downtown shopping district. Portions of the 1986 movie “Stand By Me” were filmed in and around Brownsville. “‘Stand by Me’ Day” is held annually on July 23, Where the Locals Hang Out: Pioneer Park is a popular destination for residents and tourists. A 26-acre park, bordered on two sides by the Calapooia River, it offers ball fields, horseshoe pits, a covered dining pavilion with kitchen, summer swimming, a covered amphitheatre with seating for up to 400 people, a playground for children and a limited number of campsites.

CORVALLIS

Where to Find It: Corvallis is found at the confluence of the Willamette and Marys rivers, 10 miles west of Interstate 5, halfway between Salem and Eugene. How It Got Its Name: Founder Joseph Avery, a pioneer in the 1840s, named Corvallis, originally called Marysville, by compounding Latin words meaning “heart of the valley.” The name change was made apparently to avoid confusion with Marysville, Calif., which was on the same stagecoach route. Legend has it that gold headed to the Willamette Valley was accidentally shipped to California and lost, given to a man with the same name as a person in Oregon. How Many People Live There: 58,641 What It’s Known For: Oregon State University, which has an enrollment of more than 29,000, as well as a picturesque campus that is the site of many events. Where the Locals Hang Out: First Street in downtown Corvallis runs along the Willamette River, and on Wednesdays and Saturdays during the summer it’s the site of a bustling farmers and artisans market. There’s also a great walking path and some of the tastiest restaurants in town.

FOSTER

Where to Find It: Foster is on Highway 20, just inside the eastern city limits of Sweet Home and on the western edge of Foster Reservoir. 11

ABOUT OUR TOWNS How It Got Its Name: The post office there was established in 1892. The community is named for the Foster family, which operated a gristmill and sawmill there, beginning in 1890. How Many People Live There: Not available What It’s Known For: Foster gives its name to the nearby reservoir. Where the Locals Hang Out: Foster Reservoir offers year-round recreation, including fishing, sailing and water-skiing. The Point Restaurant is a longtime favorite eatery.

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Where to Find It: Halsey is on Oregon Highway 99E, about 18 miles south of Albany. How It Got Its Name: The town was named after William L. Halsey, the vice president of the Willamette Valley Railroad Co., after the railroad reached Albany in 1870 and 18 miles south in 1871. How Many People Live There: 974 What It’s Known For: The city restored a historic train depot that was built around 1890. The building now houses City Hall, a community center and city museum. Across the street is the post office. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Halsey City Park, located in town along Highway 99E, is a popular place to picnic.

HARRISBURG

Where to Find It: Harrisburg is about 26 miles south of Albany on Oregon Highway 99E. How It Got Its Name: Incorporated Oct. 24, 1866, the town was known as Prairie Precinct when D. and A.A. McCully started a store on the banks of the Willamette River. It also was called Thurston before being named Harrisburg. How Many People Live There: 3,797 What It’s Known For: Harrisburg’s biggest event of the year is the Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration, which includes food, music performances, a parade, a car show, foot races and fireworks. Where the Locals Hang Out: Harrisburg’s traditional white gazebo in Riv12

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JEFFERSON

Where to Find It: Jefferson is just north of the Linn County line in Marion County, about a mile east of Interstate 5 between Albany and Salem. How It Got Its Name: Originally, Jefferson was called Conser’s Ferry after the trans-Santiam watercraft operated about 1848 by pioneer Jacob Conser. Conser also had his hand in the downriver town of Syracuse, known later as Santiam City. Starting in 1861, the town was renamed Jefferson after the third president of the United States. It was incorporated as a city on Oct. 20, 1870. How Many People Live There: 3,321 What It’s Known For: The city hosts Festival of Flowers in the spring, and Celebrate Jefferson in July, which includes its popular Frog Jumping Contest (the town claims to be the frog-jumping capital of Oregon). The town also hosts an annual Mint Festival in the summer. Where the Locals Hang Out: A popular place to go in Jefferson is the Santiam River. The south and north forks of the river come together several miles upstream from town and feed into the Willamette River several miles downstream. The river passes within a block of downtown, where there is a public boat launch, and offers excellent boating and fishing opportunities.

KINGS VALLEY

Where to Find It: Kings Valley is about 17 miles northwest of Corvallis on the Kings Valley Highway, Highway 223. How It Got Its Name: Named for the family of Nahum King, who settled the area in 1845. How Many People Live There: About 65 What It’s Known For: The biggest industry in town is Christmas trees. The Kings Valley Charter School — formed after the local elementary school closed in 2001 — offers a K-12 program. Kings OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Valley also is home to the Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire the second weekend in September. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Fort Hoskins Historical Park and the 586acre Beazell Memorial Forest are gems in the Benton County parks and natural areas system. Beazell has great trails and the Beazell Forest Education Center. Visitors interested in local history will enjoy Fort Hoskins, built in 1856 to watch over the newly created Indian reservation.

LEBANON

Where to Find It: Lebanon is about eight miles east of Interstate 5, where Highways 20 and 34 merge. How It Got Its Name: In 1847, Jeremiah Ralston left Burlington, Iowa, with his wife and six children, crossing the Great Plains to Oregon, where they settled in what is now Lebanon. Ralston, who was born in Lebanon, Tenn., bought the land that is now the city’s business district from squatters for $30 and a yoke of oxen. How Many People Live There: 17,102 What It’s Known For: Ralston Park in downtown Lebanon hosts the city’s annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, summer concerts and other community events. The Lebanon Strawberry Festival takes place the first full weekend in June and the Star-Spangled Celebration is held on the Fourth of July. The town also is the site of a Lowe’s distribution center and numerous other manufacturing businesses. Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the PacificNorthwest makes its home here, and the 150-bed Edward C. Allworth Veterans Home is full of residents. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Lebanon downtown offers locals and visitors a variety of restaurants, coffee shops and entertainment. The historic Kuhn Theater continues to operate in downtown Lebanon. Willamette Speedway draws racing fans throughout the summer. Cheadle Lake Park continues to be a focal point for the community.

LEWISBURG

Where to Find It: Lewisburg is located

between Corvallis and Adair Village on Highway 99W. How It Got Its Name: Haman C. Lewis settled near here. How Many People Live There: Not available What It’s Known For: Crescent Valley High School and Mountain View Elementary school are part of this crossroads community. Where the Locals Hang Out: The City Limits Country Store, also called “The Lewisburg Mall,” is the most visible part of Lewisburg, with a gas station.

LYONS

Where to Find It: Lyons is in east Linn County in what is known as the North Santiam Canyon. How It Got Its Name: The town is named for Irishmen James and Henry Lyons, who established the community around 1880. How Many People Live There: 1,259 What It’s Known For: The area features numerous trails and parks, including the John Neal campground and the Freres and Lyons parks within the city limits. Eighteen acres of parks, trails and fishing areas were added in 2007. The new parks acreage connects to John Neal Memorial Park, Freres Park and Juniper Street. The Fox Valley Cemetery contains the remains of early settlers. Where the Locals Hang Out: A favorite spot is the 30-acre John Neal Memorial Park, which features 40 campsites, picnic shelters, hiking trails through wetlands and beaver ponds, as well as fishing and boating access along the North Santiam River, which boasts a spring Chinook run.

MILL CITY

Where to Find It: Mill City straddles the North Santiam River on Highway 22 in Linn and Marion counties, about seven miles east of Lyons. The post office is in Linn County. How It Got Its Name: John Shaw and others moved a sawmill from Stayton to this place in 1887 and started the Santiam Lumber Co. In 1888, Shaw had a post office established with the name Mill City. How Many People Live There: 1,855 13

ABOUT OUR TOWNS What It’s Known For: The North Santiam provides great salmon and steelhead fishing and lots of river recreation. Also available are developed parks and trails, and Detroit Reservoir is located just 23 miles to the east. Where The Locals Hang Out: The town has access to many outdoor wonders, including nearby Detroit Reservoir.

MILLERSBURG

Where to Find It: Millersburg is a long, narrow city just north of Albany. It stretches about five miles north to the Interstate 5/Jefferson Highway interchange. How It Got Its Name: The town, established in 1974, bears the name of a former station on the Oregon and California Railroad line, which was named after a local farming family. How Many People Live There: 2,245 What It’s Known For: Many people turn out for the Millersburg Community Garage Sales, Craft and Flea Market in May and August, and October Haunted House, all hosted by Morningstar Grange. Where the Locals Hang Out: Millersburg Park, a quarter-mile off Old Salem Road on Alexander Lane, offers a 17-table picnic pavilion with two baseball diamonds, tennis and basketball courts, horseshoe pits, a jogging path and playground. And Love’s Travel Stop opened for business in August 2018 at the north end of town.

MONROE

Where to Find It: Monroe is about 16 miles south of Corvallis on Highway 99W. How It Got Its Name: Originally called Starrs Point after a local man who had a nearby store, the name was changed to Monroe in 1874, after the fifth president of the United States, James Monroe. How Many People Live There: 651 What It’s Known For: Monroe is on the Long Tom River and is an agricultural community. It’s about halfway between Corvallis and Eugene, and people commute from here to jobs in both cities. Where the Locals Hang Out: There’s the city park on the east side of the Long 14

Tom River. And of course, if there’s an extracurricular event at Monroe High School, locals will show their Dragon pride.

PHILOMATH

Where to Find It: Philomath is about six miles west of Corvallis. How It Got Its Name: Philomath means “love of learning” in Greek, appropriate since the United Brethren Church opened Philomath College in 1867. How Many People Live There: 4,839 What It’s Known For: The city is a bedroom community for Corvallis. The weekend after the Fourth of July is the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, frequently voted the top event for the Northwest Pro Rodeo Association. The event features the Main Street Parade, a fiddlers’ jam session, several dances on the largest outdoor dance floor in the Northwest, carnival rides and a Christian cowboy church service. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Benton County Historical Society & Museum on Main Street is becoming a hot spot thanks to art exhibits, new historical displays and educational discussions and activities.

SCIO

Where to Find It: Scio is about 18 miles northeast of Albany and 12 miles north of Lebanon along Oregon Highway 226. How It Got Its Name: The city of Scio was named for Scio, Ohio, which was named for Chios, a Greek island off the west coast of Turkey. Henry L. Turner and William McKinney built a flour mill at Scio, and when the work was completed Turner suggested McKinney name the town. McKinney chose the name of his former home in Ohio. Another version of the town’s history has Mrs. McKinney choosing the name. How Many People Live There: 983 What It’s Known For: Scio is home to the Linn County Lamb and Wool Fair in May, which features a parade, forestry competition, a court of local high school students, sheepdog trials, a fleece and fiber show and a sheepherders’ breakfast. The town also calls itself the Covered Bridge Capital of the West, and has five

covered bridges nearby to tour. Where the Locals Hang Out: Downtown Scio offers several restaurants for visitors, such as an espresso house called Covered Bridge Coffee on Main Street, and there is a park with picnic tables next to the Depot Museum along the scenic Thomas Creek.

SHEDD

Where to Find It: Shedd is located on Oregon Highway 99E, about 13 miles south of Albany. How It Got Its Name: Shedd is named after Capt. Frank Shedd, who arrived with his extended family in 1864. The first settlement here was named Boston and was the site of an important part of mid-valley history, a water-powered gristmill that produced flour for local farmers. The community also was called Shedds and Shedd Station because of the railroad. How Many People Live There: 204 What It’s Known For: In 2004, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department purchased the historic Thompson’s Mills State Heritage Site. It is open daily for guided tours. The 1913 Bank of Shedd building now houses the Shedd Museum. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Shedd Cafe, a popular local meeting place, is a traditional diner that is the rally point for cruise-ins, meetings of hot rods, muscle cars, motorcycles and restored classics.

SODAVILLE

Where to Find It: Sodaville is about three miles southeast of Lebanon on Sodaville-Waterloo Drive. How It Got Its Name: The town derives its name from the mineral springs discovered in 1848 while a local farmer was searching for lost oxen and happened upon a spring with strange tasting water. The area, which once attracted tourists from all over the state, was also known as Soda Springs and Summer’s Soda before acquiring the name Sodaville. Incorporated in 1880, the town was once considered for the state capital. How Many People Live There: 323 What It’s Known For: Sodaville hosts a citywide garage sale each July and an anOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ABOUT OUR TOWNS

Gold Star Mother Terri Thorpe places a wreath on a large cross in memory of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice including her son Tyler Troyer during the 2019 Memorial Day service at Timber-Linn Memorial Park. - Photo by: Mark Ylen nual Blackberry Festival in late August. Where the Locals Hang Out: Sodaville City Park, located in the center of town on Sodaville Road, is a favorite place to go. The park is the site of City Hall. The park was the first designated state park in Oregon. The state later deeded the park to the city.

SUMMIT

Where to Find It: Summit is located between Blodgett and Eddyville on Oregon Highway 180, known locally as the Summit Highway. How It Got Its Name: The site was considered the summit for trains traveling through Benton County from Corvallis to the coast. How Many People Live There: 113 What It’s Known For: An eclectic mix of residents. Locals put on the Annual Summit Community Talent Show every April as a fundraiser for the Summit Grange, and on the third Saturday in August, the community hosts the Summit Summer Festival. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Summit Grange is the site of many community activities and dances.

SWEET HOME

Where to Find It: Sweet Home is about 24 miles east of Interstate 5 on U.S. HighOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

way 20. The community lies on the path of the Scenic Byway, which runs from the junction of Highway 228 from I-5 to Sweet Home and continues along Highway 20 from the city up to the Santiam Pass. How It Got Its Name: Two separate settlements named Mossville and Buckhead merged in the 1880s to become the village of Sweet Home. One tradition suggests the origins of the new name are found in a story about the region’s first pioneers in the early 1850s, Wesley Powell and William Clark, who built a cabin on their adjoining property line so they could each sleep on their own property to satisfy the requirements of the Donation Land Claim and yet share a kitchen and living space. According to the story, Clark woke up one morning, looked about and said, “Oh, what a home, sweet home!” How Many People Live There: 9,816 What It’s Known For: Sweet Home is the home of the Sportsman’s Holiday, which is held the second weekend of July, and the Oregon Jamboree, one of the largest country music and camping events in the Northwest, at the end of July or the first weekend in August. The Jamboree has been a popular event since it began in 1992 and has hosted some of the biggest names in country music. The East Linn Museum houses a large collection of artifacts from the Sweet Home area and east Linn County. Where the Locals Hang Out: Foster and Green Peter reservoirs east of town are popular spots for many kinds of recreation. Boaters can access the lakes from one of the many launches along their borders and fishermen use the lakes yearround. A marina is at the west end of the lake. Fishermen also congregate at the base of Foster Dam, across the river from South Santiam Fish Hatchery. East of the lakes on U.S. Highway 20 and Quartzville Road, the Willamette National Forest offers a variety of hiking, horse riding and ATV trails.

TANGENT

Where to Find It: Tangent is about halfway between Corvallis and Lebanon and six miles south of Albany on Oregon Highway 99E.

How It Got Its Name: Settler John Beard gave the land to the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1871, on the condition that the railroad build a train station on the property. The railroad line was — and still is — a tangent through the community. How Many People Live There: 1,325 What It’s Known For: The town has become a center for grass seed production and is the home of the Bass estate, which made national news in 1983 when the late John Bass left the home to his pet, Kitty-Kat. Kitty-Kat died in 1995, and the estate was turned over to the city. The home on the property dates to 1916 and serves as City Hall. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Tangent Inn is a tasty place to stop.

WATERLOO

Where to Find It: The town of Waterloo at the falls of the South Santiam River is located about three miles east of Lebanon on U.S. Highway 20. How It Got Its Name: In the late 19th century, the place had a sawmill and gristmill, built by Elmore Kees. It was known as Kees Mill. When Kees died, his widow leased the property to John F. Backensto, according to “Oregon Geographic Names.” Litigation ensued among the Kees heirs and other people. John Ambler, a local wit, suggested the name Waterloo after a court decision gave a substantial victory to one party in the contest. How Many People Live There: 229 What It’s Known For: The town is home to Waterloo Park, which is operated by Linn County. This campground is known for its relaxed atmosphere, year-round camping availability, river and fishing access. Where the Locals Hang Out: Locals enjoy fishing below the falls at Waterloo Park or picnicking and camping along the river at the park. There also are two large picnic pavilions on the north edge of town along the river. • Information on name origins comes from “Oregon Geographic Names,” and Glenn Harrison of the Linn County Historical Society. 15

COMMUNITY SERVICES Utilities

Lincoln County (Newport): 541-265-3293

Philomath and Independence/Monmouth

CABLE TELEVISION

PacificCorp 541-967-6137 888-221-7070 830 Old Salem Road, NE www.pacificorp.com

CenturyLink 541-203-4234 www.centurylink.com Service areas: Brownsville, Harrisburg, Lebanon, Shedd and Sweet Home

SANITATION

Comcast 800-934-6489 1550 NW Ninth St., Suite 104, Corvallis https://www.xfinity.com/local/or/ corvallis/1550-nw-9th-street/business. html Service areas: Corvallis-Philomath, Albany, Tangent-Oakville, Lebanon and Sweet Home

Republic Services of Corvallis 541-754-0444 (Corvallis) 503-623-2552 (Dallas) 110 NE Walnut Blvd. http://local.republicservices.com/site/ corvallis-or Service areas: All of Benton County and Dallas

Monroe Area Communications Inc. 541-847-5135 575 Commercial St. www.monroetel.com

ELECTRICITY

Consumers Power Inc. 541-929-3124, 800-872-9036 6990 SW West Hills Road, Philomath 1900 Oak St., Lebanon www.cpi.coop Service areas: Parts of Linn, Benton, Lincoln, Lane, Marion and Polk counties (Bill payment stations are located in Albany at Postal Connections (Fred Meyer); in Corvallis at the CPI Office; in Monroe at Umpqua Bank; in Lebanon at the CPI office; in Philomath at the CPI office; and in Alsea at John Boys Alsea Mercantile.) Energy Assistance Program Community Services Consortium 545 SW Second St., Suite A, Corvallis 250 Broadalbin St. SW, Suite 2A, Albany 120 NE Avery, Second Floor, Newport www.communityservices.us Benton County (Corvallis): 541-752-2840; Linn County (Albany): 541-926-7163; and

Republic Services of Albany-Lebanon 541-928-2551 (Albany) 541-995-6414 (Harrisburg) 1214 Montgomery St., SE 1439 Industrial Way SE (Recycle Depot) www.republicservices.com/albany-or Service areas: Albany, Lebanon and Harrisburg

Sweet Home Sanitation 541-367-2535 888-325-5068 1325 18th Ave. www.sweethomesanitation.com Service areas: Sweet Home, Brownsville and Halsey.

INTERNET PROVIDERS

Alyrica Networks Inc. 541-929-3330 521 N. 19th St., Suite B, Philomath www.alyrica.net Service areas: Albany, Corvallis, Brownsville, Halsey, Jefferson, Lebanon, Peoria,

Peak Internet 541-754-7325 800-731-4871 1600 SW Western Blvd., Suite 180, Corvallis 1900 Oak St., Lebanon www.peakinternet.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties

NATURAL GAS

NW Natural 541-926-4253, 800-422-4012 www.nwnatural.com

TELEPHONE

CenturyLink 541-203-4234 www.centurylink.com

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COMMUNITY SERVICES Service areas: Brownsville, Harrisburg, Lebanon, Shedd and Sweet Home Monroe Area Communications Inc. 541-847-5135 575 Commercial St. www.monroetel.com Service area: Monroe Pioneer Telephone Co-op 541-929-3135; 888-929-1014 1304 Main St., Philomath www.pioneer.net Service areas: Alpine, Alsea, Bellfountain, Blodgett, Chitwood, Corvallis, Deadwood, Eddyville, Harlan, Horton, Kings Valley, Lobster Valley, Monroe, Philomath, South Beach, Summit, Tidewater, Toledo, Triangle Lake, Waldport, Wren and Yachats Roome Telecommunications Inc. 541-369-2211 (Halsey) 800-343-2211 705 W. Second St., Halsey www.roome.com Service area: Halsey 10D Telecom 541-243-4103 410 NW Walnut, Suite A, Corvallis www.10dtech.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties

WATER AND SEWER

• Benton County Public Works 541-766-6821 360 SW Avery Ave., Corvallis • City of Albany Public Works 541-917-7676 333 Broadalbin St., SW • City of Corvallis Public Works 541-766-6916 1245 NE Third St. • City of Lebanon 541-258-4900 925 Main St. • City of Philomath Public Works 541-929-3579 1515 Willow Lane • City of Sweet Home 541-367-6359 1400 24th Ave.

Utility Payments

Many area utility providers have local ofOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

fices where bills can be paid directly. Drop boxes and other payment stations are also available at various locations in Corvallis, Philomath, Albany and outlying areas. Note: Not all utilities will have a drop box or payment station at every location. Online and direct payment options are also available to customers. For specific information, please call the utility’s office listed above.

DROP BOXES

In Albany: City Hall; Postal Connections at Fred Meyer shopping center; Safeway. In Corvallis and Philomath: Consumer Power, Inc., Corvallis Senior Center, Fred Meyers, Corvallis City Hall, Walmart; Philomath City Hall In Lebanon: Lebanon City Hall (curb drop box) and Lebanon Senior Center

Recycling

Mixed recycling is easier than ever with more people participating than ever before in Linn and Benton counties. The recovery rate in Benton County is about 43.6 percent of all waste generated, and 48.2 percent in Linn County. Corvallis, Philomath and Albany were among the first communities in the state to have a curbside recycling program, which began more than 20 years ago. Republic Services of Albany-Lebanon 541-928-2551 (Albany) 541-995-6414 (Harrisburg) 1214 Montgomery St., SE 1439 Industrial Way, SE (Recycle Depot) http://tiny.cc./recycclass Service areas: Albany, Lebanon, Millersburg, Scio, Harrisburg and the rural areas of Linn County The website lists what can and can’t be recycled as well as the dates of special leaf pickups and other events, such as hazardous waste collections and spring cleanups. It also links to other sites that help encourage additional recycling. A recycle depot is located nearby on Industrial Way where plastic bags, motor oil, cardboard and comingled recycling and glass can be dropped off. Computer electronics can be dropped off at the northeast end of the lot at the Montgomery Street address between 8 a.m. and

4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Republic Services also offers an eightweek Master Recycler Course. This 8-week course explores several topics including: composting, landfill science, green building and what to do with those hard-torecycle items and the opportunity for field trips for behind-the-scene glimpses of recycling and waste disposal. This annual class is sponsored by OSU Campus Recycling and Republic Services and is free to residents of Linn and Benton counties, in exchange for 30 hours of volunteer payback once the class is completed. For more information, or to sign up, visit http:// tiny.cc./recycclass or call 541-286-3331. Republic Services of Corvallis 541-754-0444 (Corvallis) 503-623-2552 (Dallas) 110 NE Walnut Blvd. http://local.republicservices.com/site/ corvallis-or Service areas: Corvallis, Philomath, Monroe, Tangent and Adair Village Besides its curbside recycling program, Republic Services sponsors: a spring clean-up day in April where people can drop off recyclables and yard waste at designated sites for free; quarterly household hazardous waste collection days; fall leaf collection services; and Christmas tree pickup. The dates of special events can be found on the website. There is an on-site recycle depot where computer electronics, scrap metal, plastic bags and cooking oil can be dropped off along with comingled recycling and cardboard. Republic Services also offers an eightweek Master Recycler Course. This annual class is sponsored by OSU Campus Recycling and Republic Services and is free to residents of Linn and Benton counties, in exchange for 30 hours of volunteer payback once the class is completed. For more information, or to sign up, visit http:// tiny.cc./recycclass or call 541-286-3331. The Recycling Depot Inc. 541-259-5454 32987 Brewster Road, Lebanon The facility accepts metal for recycling at no charge, including appliances, stoves, water heaters, microwaves and cars. Numerous restrictions apply, however, so the operators require people to call ahead to make sure their material is acceptable. 17

COMMUNITY SERVICES The Recycling Depot is open from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, except major holidays. Burcham’s Metals 541-926-4616 3407 Pacific Blvd, SW, Albany www.burchamsmetals.com/ Purchases scrap metals; drop boxes available. The Green Team Albany First United Methodist Church 1115 28th Ave., SW, Albany http://www.albanymethodist.org/ministries-2/green-team/ Provides a list of agencies and businesses that offer recycling of a variety of items including appliances, building materials, clothing, household goods and school supplies. Habitat for Humanity ReStores Stores located in Albany, Corvallis and Lebanon accept used building materials, paint, appliances and furniture. • Albany Habitat ReStore 541-924-1450 1225 Sixth Ave. SE, Albany • Benton Habitat ReStore 541-752-6637 4840 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis • Lebanon Habitat ReStore 541-451-1234 566 Main St., Lebanon Sweet Home Transfer & Recycling 541-367-2535 1325 18th Ave., Sweet Home Open to the public for solid waste disposal and recycling. Call for restrictions.

Curbside Recycling

Republic Services provides customers with one tan recycling roll cart and one gray or blue plastic bin for glass. The bins should be ready for pickup on the curb at 7 a.m., in Corvallis and 6 a.m., in Albany the same day as garbage pickup for most households. (In Monroe, curbside recycling is picked up the first Thursday of the month.) Use the glass only bin for all container glass. Use the tan roll cart for comingled recyclables. There is no need to sort or separate those 18

items placed in the tan roll cart. The following items are all acceptable: • Newspapers: Including inserts • Corrugated cardboard and brown paper bags • Tin cans/aluminum: Including foil and aerosol cans • Mixed paper: Including paper and household mail; paperboard such as shoe and cereal boxes, paper egg cartons and paper tubes; and shiny coated magazines and catalogs. (Staples are OK.) • Plastics: Plastics should be recycled according to shape, not by number. These include bottles, jugs, jars and tubs. All bottles including beverage bottles, soap and shampoo containers and condiment bottles are recyclable. Bottles that have contained hazardous waste are not recyclable. Jugs such as milk, syrup and laundry soap containers can recycle. Recyclable jars include peanut butter or mayonnaise jars. Soft and flexible tub type plastic containers to include: sour cream, margarine and yogurt tubs, nursery pots and buckets five gallons or smaller in size. • Certain items cannot be recycled in mixed recycling, these include: microwave dishes, lids, spray pumps, plastic bags, food storage containers, motor oil bottles, Styrofoam, hazardous wastes, construction paper, tissue paper, paper towels, tape, food or gum wrappers, ice cream boxes, foil-lined boxes, coffee cups, window glass, light bulbs, Pyrex, ceramics or drinking glasses. For a complete guide to recycling and material preparation, contact Republic Services in Corvallis at 541-754-0444 or in Albany-Lebanon at 541-928-2551.

Drop-off Sites

Drop-off sites are also available for disposal of recyclables: • Republic Services: 1439 Industrial Way SE, Albany; 541-928-2551 • Republic Services: 110 NE Walnut Blvd., Corvallis; 541-754-0444 • First Alternative Co-op: 1007 SW Third St., Corvallis; 541-753-3115 • Coffin Butte Landfill: 29175 Coffin Butte Rd., 10 miles north of Corvallis; 541745-5792 • Lebanon Transfer Station: 33370 Brewster Rd., Lebanon; 541-451-2533

• Oregon State University: Recycling containers are located throughout the campus. At the end of each school year, the university offers a comprehensive dropoff center for clothing, food, household items and recyclables. These items are redistributed through local community organizations. For more information, call Campus Recycling at 541-737-2925. • Sweet Home Transfer & Recycling: 1325 18th Ave., Sweet Home; 541-367-2535

Yard Debris

Republic Services offers a weekly collection of mixed organics, (including food waste) with its yard debris collection in Corvallis, Philomath, Unincorporated Benton County and Lebanon. In Albany, Republic Services offers yard debris collection throughout the year to residents within the city limits and will provide containers to residents who request them. These containers will be emptied at the curb on the same day as garbage pickup every other week. Yard debris is defined as lawn clippings, brush, limbs, tree trim from pruning. Dirt, gravel, stumps, logs, rocks or bricks will not be accepted. For large amounts of yard waste there is a drop-off location at the public area at Coffin Butte Landfill. Material is hauled to Pacific Region Compost for Composting. Painted and pressure treated wood are not accepted.

Post Offices

Most inquiries for postal information can be made by calling the U.S. Postal Service regional calling center at 800-275-8777. Some local post offices’ phone numbers are no longer published and calls are directed to the number above. Information is also available on the Internet at www.usps. com. Office hours for main post offices are noted but substation hours vary per location; call for detailed information.

ALBANY

• Albany Post Office (Main) 541-924-9691 525 Second Ave. SW Open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday through Friday) • Plaza Postal & Shipping OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

COMMUNITY SERVICES 541-926-2744 1143 Santiam Highway, SE • Goin’ Postal 541-704-9020 630 Hickory St. NW, No. 120 • Postal Connections 541-791-2288 2532 Santiam Hwy. SE

CORVALLIS

• Corvallis Post Office (Main) 541-752-4358 311 SW Second St. Open 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday • Oregon State University 541-737-4941 XpressStop, MU 61 2501 SW Jefferson Way • Schaefers’ Recreation Equipment 541-752-4744 1425 NW Ninth St.

IN OUTLYING AREAS:

• Alsea Post Office 541-487-5981 140 E. Main St. • Blodgett Post Office 541-453-5771 21412 Highway 20 • Brownsville Post Office 541-466-5937 430 N. Main St. • Crabtree Post Office 541-926-0783 37640 Crabtree Drive • Crawfordsville Post Office 541-367-6713 26064 First St. • Eddyville Post Office 541-875-4881 20619 Highway 20 • Foster Post Office 541-367-6388 5300 Poplar St. • Halsey Post Office 541-369-2423; 800-275-8777 124 NW Second St. • Harrisburg Post Office 541-995-1003 204 Smith St. • Jefferson Post Office 541-327-2297 152 S. Second St. • Lebanon Post Office OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

541-451-5648 55 Walker Road • Lyons Post Office 503-859-2990 402 Ironwood St. • Mill City Post Office 503-897-2096 101 SE Kingwood St. • Monroe Post Office 541-847-5348 590 Main St. • Philomath Post Office 541-929-2520 1140 Applegate St. • Scio Post Office 503-394-4198 38750 N. Main St. • Shedd Post Office 541-491-3662 29996 First St. • Sweet Home Post Office 541-367-6927 1303 Long St. • Tangent Post Office 541-926-6852 32845 Highway 99E

Transportation

Both Corvallis and Albany offer bus and taxi services. The two cities’ airports feature chartered flight services. Albany is the mid-Willamette Valley stop for Amtrak train service.

LOCAL BUSES

Albany Transit System 541-917-7667 www.cityofalbany.net/bus Hours of operation: 6:30 a.m. to 6:20 p.m., Monday through Friday within the city limits, excluding major holidays. One-way fares: $1 for adults (18 and older); 50 cents for seniors (60 and older), disabled and youths; children under 6 ride free. Discount coupon books: Twenty-ride passes are $17 for adults, $8.50 for seniors, disabled and youths. Monthly passes for unlimited rides are $30 for adults and $15 for seniors, disabled and youths. These can be purchased at Albany City Hall and the Transit office at Albany Station, 112 10th Ave., SW. Routes: Maps and schedules in English and Spanish can be found at Albany City Hall, Albany Public Library,

Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Linn-Benton Community College, the Heritage Mall manager’s office and Fred Meyer. Maps are also available online at www.cityofalbany.net Corvallis-Amtrak Connector 541-752-2615 Corvallis-Amtrak Connector www.corvallistoamtrak.com Service has been disconnected as Office hours (reservations): 8 a.m. to 5 of November, 2019. p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours buses Coast run: Thursday throughhas Monday, to Valley Express been 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and major holidays. expanded. Information is on Routes/fares: service offers five page 21 of thisThis publication. runs per day from Corvallis to coincide To see the expansion information, with arrival of northbound Amtrak visit our website at trains at the Albany Station. There are www.co.benton.or.us/publicworks/ five pick-up locations in Corvallis at page/coast-valley-express-service OSU, Corvallis Transit Center, Riveror call 541-752-2615 front Courtyard Marriot, Holiday Inn Express, Circle Blvd., and Four Acre Shopping Center. All buses return to Corvallis, so may also be used by Albany travelers to get to Corvallis and back. Fare is $5 one-way. Discount ticket strips available: 5 tickets for $25 or 10 tickets for $50. Call 541752-2615 or visit website for fare and schedule.

Corvallis Transit System 541-766-6998, 541-766-6916 corvallistransit.com Hours buses run: 6:00 am to 9:15 pm, Monday through Friday; 7:15 am to 8:15 pm,Saturday. Fares: All Corvallis Transit System rides are fareless. Routes: All routes serve the Downtown Transit Center, located at Fifth Street and Monroe Avenue. Schedules and route maps may be picked up at Corvallis City Hall, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Visit Corvallis office, OSU Beaver Store, and online. Night Owl (a service of CTS) 541-602-2430 (Night Owl Hotline) Hours buses run: 8:45 pm to 2:25 am, Thursday through Saturday (Oct-Dec, Jan – June, when OSU is in session). Fares: All Corvallis Transit System rides, including Night Owl, are fareless. 19

COMMUNITY SERVICES Routes: Visit corvallistransit.com Philomath Connection 541-766-6998, 541-766-6916 corvallistransit.com Hours buses run: 7:00 am to 6:40 pm, Monday through Friday (8 runs); Saturday runs depart from Corvallis Downtown Transit Center to Philomath at 8:00 am, 12:00 pm, and 5:00 pm. fares: 75 cents for adults 18 and over; 35 cents for youth (6 to 17), seniors, and persons with disabilities; 5 years and under ride free; age 75 and over ride free with pass. OSU faculty, staff, and students ride free with OSU ID. Discount coupon books and passes: Twentyride coupon books are available for $11.25 for adults; $6.50 for seniors, disabled and youth (youth ride free during summer months). Monthly passes for unlimited rides are $18 for adults and $10 for others. Yearly passes are available for $108 for adults and $70 for others. Routes: The Philomath Connection provides service to Philomath, portions of Corvallis and the Oregon State University campus. Schedules and route maps are available at CTS locations or online. Oregon State University Beaver Bus 541-737-2583 Hours buses run: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Summer: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Central Route only Fares: Free to everyone. Academic year only (Sept.-June). Routes: Hits all of the major spots on campus including the bookstore, Reser Stadium and major halls. Signs are posted across campus designating shuttle stops.

CURB-TO-CURB SERVICE

Personalized bus service is available in Albany, Corvallis and Lebanon for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities. Trips are by reservation only and should be set up during office hours with as much advance notice as possible. Albany Call-a-Ride 541-917-7770 www.cityofalbany.net/departments/publicworks/transportation/call-a-ride-service Service hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fares: $2 per person, one way (exact change please.) Office hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Available to Albany residents who are seniors 60 years and older and people of all ages with disabilities who are unable to access fixed route bus services. Benton County Dial-a-Bus 541-766-6916 www.corvallisoregon.gov/cts/page/adaparatransit-dial-bus Office hours (reservations): 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Routes/fares: Wheelchair accessible, curbto-curb transportation service is available for Benton County senior citizens 60 years of age and over, and people of all ages with disabilities who are unable to access fixed-route bus service. Riders should call in advance to schedule a ride. Fares vary by destination. Lebanon Dial-a-Bus 541-258-4920 www.ci.lebanon.or.us/seniorservices/ page/transportation

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours buses run: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Cost: $1 each way for seniors, $2 for general public. Curb-to-curb transportation for seniors 60 and over, the disabled and general public within the city limits of Lebanon. A 24hour notice is advised. Sweet Home Dial-a-Bus 541-367-4775 www.sweethomeor.gov/community/ page/transportation-sweet-home Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours buses run: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Fares: $1 one way; $10 for 10-ride pass. Curb-to-curb service with priority given to the elderly and disabled. Rides are by appointment only and must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

BETWEEN CITIES

99 Express 541-752-2615 www.co.benton.or.us/publicworks/ page/99-express-service Hours buses run: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Routes/Fares: Service runs five days a week from Adair Village to Corvallis. Cost: 75 cents for adults 18 and over; 35 cents for seniors, youth and disabled. Monthly pass: $18 for all riders. Youth under 6 accompanied by a parent or guardian ride free. Twenty ride passbooks are available.

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COMMUNITY SERVICES Coast to Valley Express 541-752-2615 coasttovalley.com Office hours for reservations: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Hours buses run: Buses run seven days a week. At time of publication, there are 4 round trips daily between Corvallis, Albany, and Newport, with stops in these cities, as well as Toledo, Eddyville, and Philomath. NOTE: The schedule for this service is being redesigned to provide more daily runs. Please check the website for up to date schedule information. Fares: Corvallis/Albany to Newport: $10 adults; $7 seniors, persons with disabilities, and youth. A 3-day pass is available for $25; a 7-day pass is $30. Short duration trips are $1 to $2. Corvallis Albany Connection 541-752-2615 www.co.benton.or.us/publicworks/page/ corvallis-albany-connection Office hours (reservations): 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Days buses run: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Routes/fare: Transportation between Corvallis and Albany is available to seniors and persons with disabilities. Reservations are required one to seven days in advance. Fare is $4 each way. Greyhound Bus Lines 541-757-1797 153 NW Fourth St., Corvallis Office hours: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Linn-Benton Loop 541-917-7667 https://loop.cityofalbany.net/ Hours buses run: 6:25 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, except major holidays. One-way fares: $1.50 for adults, 75 cents for seniors, disabled and youths, free for children 6 years and younger. Discount coupon books: Twenty-ride passes are $25.50 for adults, $12.75 for seniors, disabled and youths. Free passes are available to students with IDs. General OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

public monthly passes are $45 for adults and $22.50 for youth, seniors and disabled. They may be purchased at Albany City Hall, Albany Station and Corvallis Utility Billing or from the loop driver; please have exact fare, drivers do not carry change. Routes: Weekday bus service runs between Albany, Linn-Benton Community College, Oregon State University and Heritage Mall. Saturday service runs between Albany, Linn-Benton Community College, Oregon State University and Heritage Mall. Linn Shuttle 541-367-4775 880 18th Ave., Sweet Home www.linnshuttle.com Hours buses run: 6:10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except major holidays. One-way fares: $1 one way for general public and seniors. Ten-ride tickets available for $10. Routes: The bus makes seven round trips a day leaving from the Sweet Home Senior Center, 880 18th Ave. Three stops are made in Lebanon (including Wal-Mart and the LBCC Center) and continuing to Albany where it makes stops at Linn-Benton Community College, downtown, the train depot and Heritage Mall. Detailed schedule available online.

TAXIS

• Anytime Taxi (Albany) 541-905-8633 • All-Star Taxi Cab (Albany) 541-928-2221 • Beaver Cab, LLC 541-738-8294 • Oswald Taxi (Albany) 541-223-5222 • Tax-e-Cab Taxi (Albany) 541-730-3742 • Ali Taxi (Corvallis) 541-829-1103 • Corvallis Pedicab 541-609-8949 • Hub Cab 541-738-9000 • U-Wanna-Ride? Taxi Co. (Lebanon) 541-570-8450

PASSENGER TRAINS Albany Train Depot

541-917-7667; 800-872-7245 110 10th Ave. SW www.amtrak.com/stations/aly Served by daily, round-trip Amtrak trains and Thruway Motorcoaches moving through the Eugene-Portland-Seattle-Vancouver corridor.

AIRPORTS

• Albany Municipal Airport 541-917-7605 525 Aviation Way (east of Interstate 5) • Corvallis Municipal Airport 541-766-6783 5695 SW Airport Ave., Corvallis • Eugene Airport 541-682-5544 28801 Douglas Drive • McNary Field (Salem) 503-588-6314 2990 25th St. SE

AIRPORT SHUTTLES

Groome Transportation formerly Hut Airport Shuttle 877-693-3785 33566 Columbus St. SE 2500 Western Blvd., Corvallis groometransportation.com/portland-airport/albany/ Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Phone Reservations: 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Provides shuttle service from both Albany and Corvallis to the Portland airport. Oneway and round-trip tickets are available.

Media Outlets NEWSPAPERS

Albany Democrat-Herald 541-926-2211 600 Lyon St., SW, Albany www.democratherald.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/dhnews/ Contains up-to-date news and stories from Linn County and parts of Polk, Benton and Marion counties. Also contains classified ads, real estate listings, links to other Oregon papers owned by Lee Enterprises and information about Albany. Daily circulation: 7,100 Sunday circulation: 13,500 Contact information: Publisher: Jeff Precourt Editor: Cory Frye, 541-812-6095; 21

COMMUNITY SERVICES cory.frye@lee.net Circulation: 541-926-2211 Classified Advertising: 541-812-6112 Newsroom email: news@dhonline.com Corvallis Gazette-Times 600 Lyon St. SW, Albany 541-753-2641 www.gazettetimes.com For more than a century, the leading source of news and advertising information about Corvallis and Benton County, including Oregon State University and the Beavers sports teams. Updates daily on website at www.gazettetimes.com. Daily circulation: 5,900 Sunday circulation: 13,500 Contact information: Publisher: Jeff Precourt Editor: Cory Frye, 541-812-6095; Circulation: 541-926-2211 Classified Advertising: 541-812-6112 Newsroom email: news@gazettetimes.com Lebanon Express 541-258-3151 90 E. Grant St., Lebanon Email: lebanon.express@lee.net www.lebanon-express.com Published every Wednesday Circulation: 541-926-2211 Classified Advertising: 541-812-6112 Weekly circulation: 1,140 Philomath Express 503-480-6919 P.O. Box 388, Philomath, OR 97355 Email: news@philomathexpress.com www.philomathexpress.com Published every Wednesday Weekly circulation: 483

The Times 541-466-5311 343 Main St., Brownsville Email: thetimes089@centurytel.net www.thebrownsvilletimes.com Publishers: Vance & Holly Parrish Published every Wednesday Weekly circulation: 719

Oregon State University Daily Barometer 541-737-3191 2251 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis Email: baro.editor@oregonstate.edu http://www.orangemedianetwork.com/ daily_barometer/ Serves the campus of Oregon State University

The New Era 541-367-2135 1313 Main St., Sweet Home Email: news@sweethomenews.com www.sweethomenews.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ sweethomenews/ Publisher: Scott Swanson Editor: Scott Swanson Published every Wednesday Weekly circulation: 1,500

PUBLISHERS

Itemizer Observer 503-623-2373 147 SE Court St., Dallas ionews@polkio.com www.polkio.com Editor/General Manager: Emily Mentzer Serves Polk County area Published every Wednesday Weekly circulation: 4,751 The Commuter Linn-Benton Community College 541-917-4451 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany Email: commuter@linnbenton.edu www.LBCommuter.com Adviser: Rob Priewe Serves campus of Linn-Benton Community College

Grapevine Publications Inc. 541-754-0583 3650 NE Canterbury Circle, Corvallis Publishes books on finance, math, science and technology Lyrical Learning 541-754-3579 8008 NW Cardwell Hill Drive, Corvallis Email: lyricallearning@proaxis.com www.lyricallearning.com Specializes in science learning materials, using music as a teaching tool Oregon State University Press 541-737-3166 121 The Valley Library, Corvallis Email: osu.press@oregonstate.edu http://osupress.oregonstate.edu/ Publishes books primarily with Northwest interest

PERIODICALS

Calyx 541-753-9384 216 SW Madison Ave., Suite 7, Corvallis Email: info@calyxpress.org www.calyxpress.org A journal of art and literature by women published twice a year, as well as a publisher of books on similar topics

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Smart Talk

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COMMUNITY SERVICES The Thymes 541-753-3115 1007 SE Third St., Corvallis Email: thymes@firstalt.coop www.firstalt.coop Published quarterly by First Alternative Co-op Circulation: 4,000 Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Agricultural Progress 541-737-3311 422 Kerr Administration Building, Corvallis Email: oregonprogress@oregonstate.edu https://oap.oregonstate.edu/ Published quarterly by Extension & Experiment Station Communications, Oregon State University Oregon Stater 541-737-0780; 877-678-2837 204 CH2M Alumni Center, 725 SW 26th St., Corvallis Email: stater@osualum.com h t t p s : // w w w. o s u a l u m . c o m /s /3 5 9 / 1 6 / i n te r i o r. aspx?sid=359&gid=1001&pgid=4591 Editor: Kevin Miller, kevin.miller@ oregonstate.edu Published three times annually by the OSU Alumni Association Rubber Stamp Madness 541-752-0075; 877-782-6762 216 SW Madison Ave., Suite 17, Corvallis Email: rsm@rsmadness.com www.rsmadness.com Editor: Roberta Sperling Quarterly magazine devoted to rubber stamps.

On The Air

Radio stations listeners can pick up in the mid-valley (reception varies):

FM stations

KGRI 88.1 Cont. Christian (Lebanon) KMUZ 88.5 Variety (Turner) KBVR 88.7 College (Corvallis) KMHD 89.1 Jazz (Gresham) KLCC 89.7 Variety (Eugene) KAJC 90.1 Christian (Salem) KBOO 90.7 Community (Portland) KWAX 91.1 Classical (Eugene) KOPB-FM 91.5 Public Radio (Portland) KRVM-FM 91.9 Variety (Eugene) KGON 92.3 Classic rock (Portland) KKNU 93.3 Country (Eugene) KPDQ 93.9 Religious (Portland) KSHO 94.1 Adult Contemporary (Lebanon) KMGE 94.5 Adult Album Alternative (Eugene) KRAD 94.9 Christian (Millersburg) KYAC 94.9 Variety (Mill City) KSND 95.1 Spanish (Monmouth) KBFF 95.5 Adult Top 40 (Portland) KZEL 96.1 Classic rock (Eugene) KYCH 97.1 Adult Contemporary (Portland) KUPL 98.7 Country (Portland) KODZ 99.1 Classic Hits (Eugene) KRKT 99.9 Country (Albany) KKRZ 100.3 Top 40 (Portland) KXL 101.1 News/talk (Portland) KFLY 101.5 Country (Corvallis) KINK 101.9 Adult alternative (Portland) KEHK 102.3 Contemporary rock (Brownsville) KOPB 103.1 Oregon Public Broadcasting (Corvallis) KNRQ 103.7 Rock (Harrisburg)

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KBOO 104.3 Community Radio (Corvallis) KDUK 104.7 Top 40 (Eugene) KLOO 106.3 Classic rock (Corvallis/ Albany) KLTH 106.7 Oldies (Portland) KLVU 107.1 Christian (Sweet Home) KHPE 107.9 Contemporary Christian (Albany)

AM stations KOAC 550 Public radio (Corvallis) KUGN 590 News/talk (Eugene) KPOJ 620 Sports (Portland) KXOR 660 Spanish/Religious (Junction City) KFIR 720 News/talk (Sweet Home) KXTG 750 Sports (Portland) KWIL 790 Traditional Christian (Albany) KPAM 860 News/talk (Portland) KWIP 880 Regional Mexican (Dallas) KSHO 920 Adult Hits (Lebanon) KTHH 990 Comedy (Albany) KFXX 1080 Sports (Portland) KPNW 1120 Talk (Eugene) KEX 1190 News/Talk (Portland) KSLM 1220 Christian hits (Salem) KEJO 1240 Sports (Corvallis) KLOO 1340 Talk (Corvallis) KZGD 1390 Spanish (Salem) KBNP 1410 Business (Portland) KYKN 1430 News/Talk (Salem) KCKX 1460 Spanish Sports (Stayton) KBZY 1490 Oldies (Salem) KGAL 1580 News/Talk (Lebanon) KOPB 1600 Public Radio (Eugene)

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first glance, the economies of Linn and Benton counties might seem like very different animals. Benton County, with a solid economic anchor in Oregon State University, typically has one of the lowest unemployment levels in Oregon, while Linn, with its heavy reliance on manufacturing, frequently runs several points higher. But look a little closer and you begin to see all kinds of connections between the two. Corvallis, with its relatively high home prices and chronic shortage of rental housing, forces many people who work there to live in Albany, Lebanon or other nearby communities, feeding a steady stream of east-west commuter traffic on Highways 20 and 34. Land availability, zoning rules and access to Interstate 5 have lured many of the area’s larger retail outlets to Linn County. With Heritage Mall, CostCo, Walmart and WinCo, Albany has become a regional shopping destination, creating additional economic links between the two counties. Big box stores offer additional shopping with Home Depot, located in both Albany and Corvallis, and Lowe’s in Albany. Samaritan Health Services is another factor tying the region together, with about 5,500 employees around the mid-valley. While most of its activities are concentrated around the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center complex in Corvallis, the nonprofit health care network also operates hospitals in Albany and Lebanon (as well as two in Lincoln County) and a medical school campus in Lebanon. Education plays a role as well. OSU is a powerful magnet drawing students from Linn County, while Linn-Benton Community College pulls them the other way, to LBCC’s main campus in Albany. Still, each county has its distinct economic strengths. Education, health care and high tech are the linchpins of Benton County’s economy. OSU is the largest employer by far, with more than 11,000 faculty, staff and students on the payroll. Samaritan Health and The Corvallis Clinic provide a combined total of roughly 3,900 jobs. HP Inc.’s Corvallis campus, while far less crowded now than in the inkjet glory days of the 1990s, still employs more than 1,500 people. It also serves as the nucleus (along with OSU) of a vigorous technology sector that includes a regional office of global engineering firm 24

ALBANY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 541-926-1517 435 First Ave., W., Albany Email: info@albanychamber.com www.albanychamber.com

CORVALLIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 541-757-1505 2 Towns Cider production is up from

420 NW Second St., Corvallis

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Email: info@corvallischamber.com

CH2M Hill (founded in Corvallis in 1946), the headquarters of the Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute and a number of up-and-coming firms in process automation, pharmaceuticals and nuclear energy. Benton County’s agricultural sector is known mainly for Christmas tree production, although grass seed and wheat are also significant crops, and private timberlands cover a substantial swath of the Coast Range. Linn County has a solid, if somewhat cyclical, manufacturing base. Albany and Millersburg are home to a cluster of refineries that work in refractory metals and exotic alloys for the aerospace and defense industries, including ATI (with three Albany-area plants) and Selmet. OFD, National Frozen Foods and Stahlbush Island Farms anchor the food processing sector. Warehousing is important as well, with a Target distribution center in Albany and a Lowe’s distribution center in Lebanon. Wood products remain a contributor, with a number of mills in the county turning out pulp and paper, veneer and dimensional lumber, while large private timber holdings in the Cascades have helped replace some of the logging jobs lost to harvest restrictions on federal lands. There are also several plants building manufactured homes. Agriculture remains very important, with Linn County known as the grass seed capital of the world. Wheat acreage is on the rise, while dairy farming and livestock production also contribute to the sector.

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TRI-COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (Junction City-Harrisburg-Monroe) 541-998-6154 341 W. Sixth Ave., Junction City Email: rick@tri-countychamber.com www.tri-countychamber.com

LEBANON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITORS CENTER 541-258-7164 1040 S. Park St., Lebanon Email: mary@lebanon-chamber.org www.lebanon-chamber.org

PHILOMATH AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 541-929-2454 1010 Applegate St., Philomath Email: director@philomathchamber.org www.philomathchamber.org

SWEET HOME CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 541-367-6186 1575 Main St., Sweet Home Email: sweethomecoc@gmail.com www.sweethomecoc.com OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY FITNESS

NURSERY

SamFit Albany

U & D Trucking & Nursery, Inc

380 Hickory St. NW, Albany (541) 812-3300 www.samfit.org.com

Local News, Sports, & Entertainment

SUBSCRIBE TODAY! Call 541-812-6115 or go to democratherald.com/SubscribeNow gazettetimes.com/SubscribeNow

AIRPORT Eugene Airport 28801 Douglas Dr., Eugene (541) 682-5544 www.flyEug.com See our ad on back page

ASSISTED LIVING Timberhill Place 989 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis (541) 753-1488 www.timberhillplace.com See our ad on page 12

BOOK STORES The Book Bin

SamFit Corvallis

777 NW 9th St., Suite 310, Corvallis (541) 768-5850 www.samfit.org.com

SamFit Lebanon

35 Mullins Dr., Suite 3, Lebanon (541) 451-6990 www.samfit.org.com

2635 NW Rolling Green Dr, Corvallis (541) 752-0545 www.csspt.com See our ad on page 29

FURNITURE

RADIO STATIONS

Sawmill Unfinished Furniture

KGAL 1580 AM

224 SE Lyon St., Albany (541) 928-6338 www.sawmillfurnituremattress.com See our ad on page 11

HEALTH Samaritan Health Services www.samhealth.org See our ad on page 28

1046 Sixth Ave SW, Albany (541) 812-4000

Samaritan Mental Health 1052 SW 29th St. Albany (541) 812-5060

Samaritan Mental Health Family Center (541) 768-4620 3517 NW Samaritan Drive Ste. 101 Corvallis

Samaritan Mental Health 3509 NW Samaritan Dr. Corvallis (541) 768-5235

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617 NW Hickory St. #160, Albany (541) 928-1411 www.albanysportspt.com See our ad on page 29

2775 NW 29th St., Corvallis (541) 753-1043 www.TimberhillTennis.com See our ad on page 12

CANNABIS EDUCATION

COUNSELING

Albany Sport & Spine

Corvallis Sport & Spine

215 SW 4th St., Corvallis (541) 752-0040 www.bookbin.com See our ad on page 12

3996, 2300 SW Ferry St. #1, Albany (541) 981-2620 www.ACKR.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Timberhill Tennis

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center

Albany’s Canna Kitchen & Research

3555 Dunlap Ave. NE (541) 928-3448 www.uanddnursery.com See our ad on page 11

(541) 926-8683 www.kgal.com

KSHO 94.1 FM (541) 926-8683

KSHO 920 AM (541) 926-8683 www.ksho.net

Willamette Valley Sports

3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis (541) 768-5111

(541) 926-8683 www.willamettevalleysports.com See our ad on pages 22, 23, 119

Samaritan Albany General Hospital

TRANSPORTATION

Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital 525 Santiam Hwy SE, Lebanon (541) 258-2101

LAND FILL

Coast to Valley (541) 752-2615 www.coasttovalley.com See our ad on page 20

VISITOR ASSOCIATION

Sweet Home Sanitation

Albany Visitor’s Association

1325 18th Ave., Sweet Home (541) 367-2535 www.sweethomesanitation.com See our ad on page 16

110 SE 3rd Ave., Albany (541) 928-0911 www.albanyvisitors.com See our ad on page 10

MEDICARE INSURANCE

YOUTH ORGANIZATION

Becky Lippmann Independent Medicare Broker/Agent Proulx-Dunford, LLC

1139 Salem Ave. SE, Albany (541) 914-6263 becky-lippmann-independent-medicare.business.site

Boys & Girls Club or Corvallis 1112 NW Circle Blvd (541) 757-1909 www.bgccorvallis.org See our ad on page 98

HEALTH CARE First baby Ashely Liu and her mother Na Li. -Photo by: Andy Cripe

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HEALTH CARE IN AN EMERGENCY, CALL 911

Immediate Help ALBANY

Samaritan Albany General Hospital 541-812-4000 1046 Sixth Ave. SW Open 24 hours Samaritan Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic – Geary Street 541-812-5500 1700 Geary St. SE Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday Samaritan Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic – North Albany 541-812-5275 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 303 Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday SamCare Express – Albany 541-812-5670 1970 14th Ave., SE Suite 130 Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday QuickCare Corvallis Clinic– Albany 541-750-6251 1815 14th Ave. SE Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday.

CORVALLIS

The Corvallis Clinic Immediate Care Center 541-754-1282 3680 NW Samaritan Drive Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends. QuickCare Corvallis Clinic– Corvallis 541-750-6250 2001 NW Monroe Ave., Suite 104 Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 541-768-5111 3600 NW Samaritan Drive Open 24 hours OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Samaritan Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic - Corvallis 541-768-4970 5234 SW Philomath Blvd. Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday SamCare Express – Corvallis 541-768-5166 990 NW Circle Blvd., Suite 101 Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday

LEBANON

Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital 541-258-2101 525 N. Santiam Highway Open 24 hours Samaritan Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic - Lebanon 541-451-7915 35 Mullins Drive, Suite 2 Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday

Finding a Doctor

Find-A-Doctor A free service of Samaritan Health Services providing referral information for primary and specialty care providers in the region. Call 541-768-5121 or 800-863-5241 for more information. Provider profiles are available online at www.samhealth.org/ FindADoc.

Find-A-Physician

A free service of The Corvallis Clinic, Finda-Physician can provide help in referring patients for primary and specialty care physicians in the region. In addition, it provides assistance to groups looking for an expert to speak on a health care topic. Call 541-7573757 (Corvallis). Find-a-Physician information is available online at www.corvallisclinic.com.

Finding a Dentist

The following free referral service performs background and reference checks on participating dentists. It is funded by fees from those dentists. Dental Referral Service: 800-396-6895.

Hospitals & Clinics

Samaritan Health Services samhealth.org Samaritan Health Services is a nonprofit regional network of hospitals, physician clinics and senior care facilities employing more than 5,000 people. The network serves more than 290,000 residents in Benton, Lincoln, Linn and portions of Marion and Polk counties. Samaritan operates Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital in Lincoln City and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital in Newport. Senior care and assisted living are provided at Wiley Creek Community in Sweet Home, and a regional hospice house operated by Samaritan Evergreen Hospice is located in Albany. Samaritan has been nationally recognized for high-quality programs and outcomes. Its regional cancer center, based in Corvallis, has earned the highest level of accreditation, and its heart, vascular, stroke and orthopedics programs have received national awards for quality outcomes. Samaritan also is actively involved in the education of health professionals including physicians, nurses and technologists. Samaritan Health Services Research Institute supports health-related grants, contracts and clinical trials designed to help improve patient care and quality. Samaritan also operates health and fitness centers in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon and Newport, where health education is paired with fitness for optimal health results. The Oregon Health Plan, which provides subsidized health care to approximately 56,000 Linn, Benton and Lincoln County residents, is administered by Samaritan Health Plans under the name InterCommunity Health Network Coordinated Care Organization. Also, our patient assistance program helps Samaritan patients without insurance obtain needed medications at no cost from national pharmaceutical companies through the Samaritan Medical Assistance Program. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 541-768-5111 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis 27

HEALTH CARE A 188-bed hospital with 24-hour-emergency care, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center serves as the hub for Samaritan Health Services. It offers a cancer center and heart center, neurosurgery and adult mental health services. The 6,500-square-foot Mario Pastega House serves hundreds of people each year as a no-cost or low-cost home away from home for patients of Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center and their families. Samaritan Albany General Hospital 541-812-4000 1046 Sixth Ave. SW, Albany A 79-bed hospital with 24-hour emergency care, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, an acute care facility and health center, has provided medical services to the greater Albany area since 1924. It offers a nationally recognized joint replacement program and is home to Sarah’s Place, a regional 24-hour sexual assault nurse examiner center. The growing medical campus in North Albany includes specialty services such as sleep diagnostics, hyperbaric wound and vein care, and cancer resource center.

Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital 541-258-2101 525 N Santiam Hwy. A 25-bed critical access hospital with 24-hour emergency care, SLCH houses a Health Career and Training Center that features 12,630 square feet of instructional space, including six classrooms, a simulation lab, advanced technological equipment and resources. The space accommodates various training opportunities, as well as community events. The hospital features an 11,250-square-foot healing garden with waterfalls, koi ponds and native Oregon plants. A spacious birthing room with hot tub overlooks the garden. The growing medical campus in Lebanon will also be home to a residential treatment and recovery center, featuring 16-beds, along with other outpatient resources. Other clinics and providers affiliated with Samaritan Health Services:

ALBANY

• Albany OB/GYN 705 Elm St. SW, Suite 200, 541-812-4850 • Mid-Valley Children’s Clinic 734 Elm St. SW, 541-812-5111

• Samaritan Albany Surgical Associates 705 Elm St. SW, Suite 300, 541-812-4580 • Samaritan Breast Surgical Specialists 631 Elm St. SW, Suite 202, 541-812-5834 • Samaritan Cancer Resource Center - Albany 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 102, 541-812-5888 • Samaritan Cardiology - Albany • 631 Elm St. SW, Suite 201, 541-768-5205 • Samaritan Family Medicine, Geary Street 1700 Geary St. SE, Suite 200, 541-812-5570 • Samaritan Heartspring Wellness Center 534 Pleasant View Way NW, Suite 100, 541812-5656 • Samaritan Internal Medicine Albany 1086 Seventh Ave.,SW, Suite 101, 541-812-3349 • Samaritan Kidney Specialists – Albany 1086 Seventh Ave., SW, 541-768-6930 • Samaritan Medical Clinics – North Albany 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 300, 541-812-5700

Looking for a doctor? Let us help find a primary care provider or specialist who is right for you.

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HEALTH CARE • Samaritan Mental Health - Albany 1052 29th Ave., SW 541-812-5060 • Samaritan Mid-Valley Orthopedics 832 Elm St. SW, Suite 101, 541-812-5820 •Samaritan Neuropsychology – Albany 534 Pleasant View Way NW, Suite 200, 541-812-5760 • Samaritan Occupational Medicine 1100 Seventh Ave. SW, 541-812-5600 • Samaritan Rebound Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 201, 541-812-5840 • Samaritan Sleep Center – Albany 534 Pleasant Valley Way NW, Suite 400, 541-812-5470 • Samaritan Urology - Albany 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 200, 541-812-5800 • Samaritan Valley Imaging Services 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 100, 541-812-5200 • Samaritan Wound, Vein & Hyperbaric Medicine – Albany 400 Hickory St. NW, Suite 101, 541-812-3360 • Sarah’s Place 1046 Sixth Ave. SW, 541-812-4420

BROWNSVILLE

• Samaritan Family Medicine Brownsville 157 Spaulding Ave. 541-451-6940

CORVALLIS

• Samaritan Athletic Medicine Center 845 SW 30th St., 541-768-7700 • Samaritan Cancer Resource Center – Corvallis 501 NW Elks Dr., 541-768-2171 • Samaritan Cardiology - Corvallis 3640 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 100A, 541-768-5205 • Samaritan Cardiovascular Surgery 3640 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 100B, 541-768-5223 • Samaritan Endocrinology 3615 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite G2, 541-768-7900 • Samaritan Endoscopy Center 3517 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 100, 541-768-4280 • Samaritan Family Medicine Resident Clinic 3509 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 201, 541-768-4260

• Samaritan Family Medicine- Southwest 5234 SW Philomath Blvd., 541-768-7300 • Samaritan Gynecology & Surgical Associates 400 NW Walnut Blvd., Suite 300, 541-768-4680 • Samaritan Hematology & Oncology Consultants – Corvallis 501 NW Elks Dr. Suite 100, 541-768-4950 • Samaritan Infectious Disease 3640 NW Samaritan Dr. Suite 210, 541-768-5810 • Samaritan Internal Medicine - Corvallis 3521 NW Samaritan Dr. Suite 201, 541-768-5140 • Samaritan Kidney Specialists Corvallis 3615 NW Samaritan Dr., Suite 203, 541-768-6930 • Samaritan Mental Health - Circle Blvd. 1112 NW Circle Blvd., 541-768-1221 • Samaritan Mental Health - Corvallis 3509 NW Samaritan Dr. Suite 215, 541-768-5235 • Samaritan Mental Health Family Center

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HEALTH CARE 3517 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 101, 541-7684620 • Samaritan Neurosurgery 3615 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 210, 541-768-4501 • Samaritan Obstetrics & Gynecology - Corvallis 3640 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 220, 541-768-5300 • Samaritan Occupational Medicine Corvallis 5234 SW Philomath Blvd., Suite B, 541-768-6211 • Samaritan Orthopedics — Luis Vela, DO 3620 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 201, 541-768-6300 • Samaritan Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Center 3620 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 202, 541-768-4810 • Samaritan Pediatrics 777 NW Ninth St., Suite 320, 541-768-4900 • Samaritan Pediatrics – Circle Blvd. 1112 NW Circle Blvd., 541-768-1220 • Samaritan Physical Rehabilitation Specialists - Corvallis 815 NW Ninth St., Suite 180, 541-768-5157 • Samaritan Plastic, Reconstructive & Hand Surgery 996 NW Circle Blvd., Suite 103, 541-768-4370 • Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center 501 NW Elks Drive, 541-768-7722 • Samaritan Rheumatology 3620 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 203, 541-768-5800 • Samaritan Surgical Specialists 3615 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 201, 541-768-5930 • Samaritan Urology – Corvallis 990 NW Circle Blvd., Suite 102, 541-768-5486 • Samaritan Weight Management Institute 3517 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 100, 541-768-4280

LEBANON

• East Linn Health Center 100 Mullins Dr., Suite A-1, 541-451-6920 • East Linn MRI 505 N Santiam Hwy., 541-451-6950 • Main Street Family Medicine 191 N Main St., 541-451-7940 • Park Street Clinic 325 Park St., 541-451-7200 30

• Samaritan Cardiology – Lebanon 425 N. Santiam Hwy., 541-768-5205 • Samaritan Family Medicine Resident Clinic 425 N. Santiam Hwy., 541-451-6960 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center – Family Medicine 675 N. Fifth St., Suite 200, 541-451-7992 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center – Geriatrics 675 N. Fifth St., Suite 200, 541-451-6413 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center – OB/GYN 675 N. Fifth St., Suite 200, 541-451-7250 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center – Pediatrics 675 N. Fifth St., Suite 200, 541-451-7820 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center General Surgery 675 N. 5th St., Suite 200, 541-451-6412 • Samaritan Occupational Medicine – Lebanon 100 Mullins Dr., Suite B-2, 541-451-7505 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center Orthopedics 675 N. 5th St., Suite 200, 541-451-7540 •Samaritan Rehabilitation Specialties – Lebanon 100 Mullins Dr., Suite D-3, 541-451-7890 • Samaritan Lebanon Health Center Urology 675 N. 5th St., 541-812-5820 • Samaritan Treatment & Recovery Services 100 Mullins Dr., Suite C2, 541-451-6388

SWEET HOME

• Sweet Home Family Medicine 679 Main St., 541-451-6250 • Sweet Home Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine 646 Holley Road, 541-451-6272 SamFit Fitness Centers SamFit is open to everyone, with memberships starting at about $1 per day. To learn more about their health and fitness programs, as well as the classes they offer, visit www.samfit.org. Locations:

ALBANY

380 Hickory St. NW, 541-812-3300

CORVALLIS

777 NW Ninth St., Suite 310, 541-768-5850

LEBANON

35 Mullins Drive, Suite 3, 541-451-6990 The Corvallis Clinic www.corvallisclinic.com As the largest independent, physician-led multispecialty medical group in the area, The Corvallis Clinic has served the midWillamette Valley since 1947. The clinic has 10 locations, including QuickCare sites in Corvallis and Albany with online scheduling to arrange appointments on short notice. With more than 100 providers and support staff of 620, the clinic is the fifthlargest employer in Corvallis. The Corvallis Clinic has met the highest level of certification in Oregon as a patient-centered medical home. In addition, the clinic is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a medical home and is participating in a federal health care program under Medicare. The clinic’s patient portal, My Clinic Connection, gives patients online access to their health records and test results. Specialties offered at The Corvallis Clinic include allergy and immunology, behavioral health, dermatology, endocrinology, family medicine, gastroenterology, internal medicine, general surgery, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, occupational medicine, oncology and hematology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, otolaryngology, pediatrics, physical medicine, podiatry, pulmonary medicine, rheumatology, sleep medicine and urology. In addition, the clinic has an on-site laboratory, pharmacy, optical center, hearing aid and audiology service, physical therapy department, radiology department and a nutrition counseling office. The clinic’s diagnostic capability includes magnetic resonance imaging, bone densitometry, positron emission tomography and nuclear medicine. Patients also have access to new medicines and technologies through the Clinical Research Center. The Corvallis Clinic medical group includes:

ALBANY

• The Corvallis Clinic at Waverly Drive 1705 Waverly Drive SE, 541-967-8221 • The Corvallis Clinic at North Albany Village 633 North Albany Road, 541-926-3441 • Quick Care Albany 1815 14th Ave. SE, 541-750-6251 www.quickcare.clinic OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

HEALTH CARE CORVALLIS

• The Corvallis Clinic Asbury Building 3680 NW Samaritan Drive, 541-754-1150 • The Corvallis Clinic Aumann Building 444 NW Elks Drive, 541-754-1150 • The Corvallis Clinic at Walnut Boulevard 2350 NW Century Drive, Suite 100 Physical therapy: 541-754-1265 Occupational medicine: 541-753-1786 • Quick Care Corvallis 2001 NW Monroe Ave., Suite 104, 541-7541369 www.quickcare.clinic • The Corvallis Clinic Surgery Center 601 NW Elks Drive, 541-754-1254

PHILOMATH

• The Corvallis Clinic Philomath Family Medicine 1219 Applegate St., 541-929-2922 Quality Care Associates Inc. 541-250-6369 2175 NW Professional Drive, Corvallis www.qualitycareassociates.org Independent physicians association representing approximately 120 provider members, including primary care physicians and a variety of specialists in Linn and Benton counties in the areas of: general surgery, orthopedics, neurology, radiology, anesthesiology, urology, gastroenterology, otolaryngology, dermatology, allergy, vascular surgery, plastic surgery and ophthalmology. All of the physicians have privileges at one or more of the community hospitals in the area. Clinics and providers affiliated with Quality Care Associates Inc.:

ALBANY

• Albany Anesthesia 930 Ninth Ave., SW, 541-926-9611 • Brian D. Ashdown, DPM 2605 Willetta St. SW, 541-928-3413 • Eyecare Associates 2715 Willetta St. S.W., Suite B, 541-926-5848 • Genstler Eye Center 2700 14th Ave. SE, 541-928-1667 • David Irvine, MD, Family Medicine 2605 Willetta St. SW, Suite D-1, 541-928-3238 • Mid-Valley ENT, Hearing & Balance Center 950 29th Ave. SW, 541-967-0404 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

• Mid-Willamette Family Medicine 1050 29th Ave. SW, 541-926-4828 • Patricia O’Hare, MD, Dermatology 1200 Queen Ave. SE, 541-936-3025 • Dirk Ohling, MD, Family Medicine 2605 Willetta St. SW, Suite D-1, 541-924-2873 • Silver Falls Dermatology 1390 Waverly Drive SE, 541-967-8385

CORVALLIS

• Allergy & Asthma Center, PC 330-C NW Elks Drive, 541-754-7170 • Beaver Sports Medicine 1128 NE Second St., Suite 201, 541-757-8100 • Black Stone Physical Medicine 2358 NW Kings Blvd., 541-368-5986 • Brune Dermatology 1740 NW Ninth St., 541-230-1350 • Lisa Cornelius, DPM, Podiatrist 3640 NW Samaritan Drive, 541-757-7100 • Corvallis Family Medicine 2400 NW Kings Blvd., 541-757-2400 • Corvallis Radiology 938 NW Kings Blvd., 541-758-5047 • Eyecare Associates 330 NW Elks Drive, Suite A, 541-752-4622 • Peter Hinckle, MD, Vascular Surgeon 541-745-5053 • Mid-Valley Gastroenterology 3521 NW Samaritan Drive, Suite 101, 541-768-6119 • Noble Women’s Healthcare, Gynecology 2298 NW Kings Blvd., 541-286-4547 • Piercey Neurology 305 SW C Avenue, 541-207-3900 • Silver Falls Dermatology 2358 NW Kings Blvd., Suite 100, 541-967-8385 • Frances Spiller, DO, Internal Medicine 2298 NW Kings Blvd., 541-286-4082 • Ryan Stevens, MD, Otolaryngology 1867 NW Kings Blvd., 541-757-4999 • Upper Hand Orthopaedics 2797 NW Ninth St., 541-207-0910

LEBANON

• Eyecare Associates 100 Mullins Drive, Suite B-3, 541-451-5808 • Grace Dermatology 2500 S. Main Road, 541-258-7546 • Upper Hand Orthopaedics 41 Ash St., 541-207-0910

SCIO

• Mid-Willamette Family Medicine 38829 N. Main St., 503-394-3633

Community Outreach 541-758-3000 865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis www.communityoutreachinc.org Community Outreach is a nonprofit social service agency that offers free and lowcost medical clinics for the uninsured and people who may be covered by the Oregon Health Plan or private insurance but can’t get an appointment elsewhere. Free clinics are staffed by volunteer doctors, nurses and clinic coordinators. Services may include radiology, lab work and prescriptions at no charge to patients. Interpreters are available. Appointments are not necessary, but patients must check in during the first hour of each clinic. If possible, patients are asked to make a $10 donation to help support the program. A fee-for-service clinic, which charges $100 for the first visit and $50 for followups, sees patients by appointment. The Oregon Health Plan clinic sees patients by appointment and bills OHP. Clinicas medicas: Servicios para personas sin tarjeta medica. Llame 541-758-3000 para informacion acerca de todos las clinicas. Se habla espanol. Clinics affiliated with Community Outreach: • Corvallis: Community Outreach 865 NW Reiman Ave. Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Psychiatrist available first and third Wednesday. Free clinic: 9 to 10 a.m., Mon. and Fri.; 6 to 9 p.m., Wed., first come, first served. Fee-for-service clinic: 8:30 to 11 a.m., third Friday. Call 541-758-3000, ext. 110, for appointment. Oregon Health Plan clinic: 8:30 to 11 a.m., fourth Friday. Call 541-758-3000 for appointment. • Lebanon: East Linn Community Clinic 541-758-3000 1600 S. Main St. Hours: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday

Other Health Resources

Benton County Health Department 541-766-6835 530 NW 27th St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/health 31

HEALTH CARE The Benton County Health Department strives to increase access to care for the county’s underserved residents — uninsured persons, those with Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) or Medicare, as well as lowincome elderly persons, students, migrants and seasonal farmworkers. Language translation services are provided. Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties 541-766-6835 530 NW 27th St., Corvallis https://www.bentonlinnhealthcenters.org

Primary Care

Primary care is available through the Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties at the six locations listed below. Services include: illness care for infants, children and adults; well child exams; sports physicals; annual exams; immunizations; chronic disease screening and care; some laboratory services; health education and prevention; case management; and alcohol and drug counseling. Low-cost pharmacy services are also available to health center clients. Patients do not need a referral from another doctor. Medical services are provided by a variety of practitioners including doctors, nurse practitioners and registered nurses, with same-day care available. Specialty services, including prenatal care, are provided through referrals to specialists. Services are not free, but no one will be turned away because they cannot pay. Health center users must verify their income; the cost of service is based on income (i.e., on a sliding fee scale). The center accepts private insurance, Medicare and Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan); however, the required deductible is waived for clients with Medicare.

Mental Health Care

Mental health services also are available to medical patients of the health center. Physicians and nurse practitioners will provide some basic mental health care for medical patients. Other qualifying clients, who need acute or long-term mental health services, may be referred to the Benton County Mental Health Center, located at the Health Department site in Corvallis. Psychiatric consultation is available, and clients needing 32

counseling or case management may see a clinical caseworker. Community Health Center locations: • Benton Health Center 541-766-6677; 800-735-2900 530 NW 27th St., Corvallis Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Mondays; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Friday • Lincoln Health Center 541-766-3546 121 SE Viewmont Ave., Corvallis Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Friday • East Linn Health Center 541-766-0200 100 Mullins Drive, Suite A-1, Lebanon Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday; 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. • Monroe Health Center 541-847-5143 610 Dragon Drive, Monroe Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday • Alsea Health Center 541-487-7116 435 E Alder Street, Alsea Hours: 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday and Tuesday; 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday; closed, Wednesday and Friday • Sweet Home Health Center 541-367-3888 799 Long Street, Sweet Home Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday Linn County Department of Health Services 541-967-3888; 800-304-7468 315 Fourth Ave., SW, Albany www.linncountyhealth.org Most of the following programs offered by the Linn County Department of Health Services charge fees on a sliding scale based on income. Offices are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Appointments are needed for most types of services; all are confidential. • Alcohol, Drug and Problem Gambling Treatment 541-967-3819 104 Fourth Ave. SW, Albany Individual assessment and evaluation available, as well as individual, group and family counseling for adults and adolescents, re-

ferrals and prevention services. • Developmental Disabilities 541-967-3890 315 Fourth Ave. SW, 1st Floor, Albany Provides advocacy, service coordination and case management to children and adults who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities. • Environmental Health 541-967-3821 315 Fourth Ave., SW, Albany Licenses and inspects restaurants, tourist facilities, public pools and spas; issues permits and inspects septic systems; regulates public drinking water systems; administers solid waste collection, disposal and recycling franchises; investigates nuisance complaints; tracks rabies for the state; and participates in disease outbreak investigations. • Mental Health 541-967-3866 After hours: 800-304-7468 445 Third Ave. SW, Albany Offers individual assessment and evaluation; individual and group therapy; outpatient treatment and referral. Crisis service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays. • Public Health 541-967-3888 2730 Pacific Blvd. SE, Suite 200, Albany Family planning and birth control services; communicable disease assessment and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, including anonymous HIV testing and counseling; immunization clinics, including childhood shots, flu shots and tuberculosis testing; maternal child health services, including referrals for prenatal care and education on prenatal and postpartum issues; and the Women, Infants and Children Program, including nutrition counseling and WIC food and formula vouchers for income-eligible families. This program also maintains the county’s vital statistics records, including birth and death records.

East County Offices

• Lebanon Office: 1600 S. Main St. 541-451-5932 Offers youth alcohol and drug programs, developmental disabilities services, mental health and public health services. • Sweet Home Office: 799 Long St. 541-367-3888 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

HEALTH CARE Offers youth alcohol and drug programs and youth and adult mental health and public health services. Trillium Family Services 541-757-1852 4455 NE Highway 20, Corvallis www.trilliumfamily.org The Children’s Farm Home, run by Trillium Family Services, is an accredited psychiatric mental health facility for youths ages 5 to 18. Services include: residential care, in-home care, transition services and an outpatient clinic. Therapists also contract with local schools to provide free counseling to students and families upon referral.

Oregon State University

Student Health Services 541-737-9355 Plageman Building, 108 SW Memorial Place, Corvallis http://studenthealth.oregonstate.edu/ Mental Health App: http://mhuapp.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/OregonStateSHS OSU’s Student Health Services collaborates with Counseling and Psychological Services and the Department of Recreational Sports to provide leadership for the health and wellness of the OSU community. Each unit’s website provides detailed information about its programs and services. All currently enrolled OSU students pay a health fee as part of their tuition. This health fee provides students unlimited access to most SHS physicians, midlevel practitioners and other clinicians at no additional cost. It also provides two free nutritional consultations per year with a registered dietitian, access to self-care assessments, anonymous Q&A through the AnswerSpot website, health promotion and educational outreach and events, and 24-hour nurse advice by phone. Fees are charged for services such as laboratory testing, X-ray, pharmacy, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture and chiropractic treatment. Common fees are listed on the SHS website. Optional student health insurance is highly recommended and is available through the SHS insurance office if the student is not already covered by another plan. Health insurance is required for international students. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Counseling and Psychological Services 541-737-2131 500 Snell Hall 2150 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis Email: CAPS@oregonstate.edu http://counseling.oregonstate.edu/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CAPS.OSU Counseling and Psychological Services can help students address the mental health challenges and difficulties they face during their academic career. CAPS provides brief counseling services; if more intensive or specialized care is needed, students may be referred to health care providers in the community. Dixon Recreation Center 541-737-3748 425 SW 26th St., Corvallis www.recsports.oregonstate.edu/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ osurecsports?ref=hl Students with a current OSU ID can access the facilities and services of Dixon Recreation Center. Student Health Services provides services at Dixon that include physical therapy, athletic training, personal training, nutrition, massage, health promotion, sports medicine and fitness assessment. Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center 541-737-2030 311 SW Plageman Building 108 SW Memorial Place, Corvallis Email: survivoradvocacy@oregonstate.edu www.studenthealth.oregonstate.edu/sarc OSU’s Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center provides a variety of confidential services for students, staff or faculty members who have been sexually assaulted. These services include: help with accessing resources; assistance with understanding rights and reporting options. Members of the campus community who have been assaulted can also seek help by calling the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners line at 541-737-9355; Sarah’s Place, 541-8124420 or 800-863-5241; or the Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence at 541-754-0110.

Other

• Albany InReach Services 541-812-4059 Linn County Willamette Health Center 2730 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany www.samhealth.org/inreach Operated by Samaritan Health Services, this clinic provides medical and mental health services to low-income and uninsured residents of Albany, Millersburg and Tangent. InReach sees patients by appointment. • Corvallis Children’s Therapy 541-974-7709 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis Email: pam@corvallischildrenstherapy.com www.corvallischildrenstherapy.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CorvallisChildrensTherapy • Linn-Benton RSVP 541-812-0849 1400 Queen Ave., SE, Suite 201, Albany 541-758-1595 777 NW Ninth St., Suite 202C, Corvallis www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability/volunteers-advocacy/rsvp/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/RSVPofLBL/ The RSVP program provides a variety of health-related services for senior citizens, including support and counseling, durable medical equipment for uninsured or underinsured elders, and answers to questions about Medicare benefits.

Dental Service

• Boys & Girls Club of Albany 541-926-6666 1215 Hill St. SE Email: molly.morse@bgc-albany.org www.bgc-albany.org/health/

Dr. Richard Wopat shows his tongue to his patient Jolene Britton, 5, while checking her at the office in Lebanon. - Photo by: Mark Ylen 33

FINDING HELP

any agencies and organizations, too many to include in one list, stand ready to help those in need within our communities. The following public agencies serve as umbrella organizations to meet a variety of needs. Other organizations are then listed according to general areas of assistance such as counseling, housing, senior services and more.

PUBLIC AGENCIES

Community Outreach Inc 541-758-30008 865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis Email: kwitacre@communityoutreachinc.org www.communityoutreachinc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/CommunityOutreachInc Community Outreach, Inc,offers an emergency and transitional homeless shelter, including a drug and alcohol treatment program; provisions for single women and men; transitional housing for homeless families; medical clinics for the uninsured in Corvallis, Albany and Lebanon; a dental clinic for the uninsured at Linn-Benton Community College (Albany campus) and mobile dental van; an emergency food bank; 24-hour crisis intervention, information and referral; licensed drug, alcohol and mental health services; help for people trying to escape domestic violence, and a domestic abuse intervention program featuring treatment for batterers. Community Services Consortium • 545 SW Second St., Suite A, Corvallis; 541-752-1010 • 250 Broadalbin St. SW, Suite 2A, Albany; 541-928-6335 • 120 NE Avery St., Newport; 541-574-2280 Email: info@communityservices.us www.communityservices.us Facebook: www.facebook.com/CommunityServicesConsortium Community action agency providing assistance with housing, utilities, food, education, employment and job training. Department Of Human Services Self-Sufficiency Programs • 4170 SW Research Way, Suite 100, Corvallis; 541-757-4201 • 118 Second Ave. SE, Suite C, Albany; 541-967-2078 34

• 44 Industrial Way, Suite D, Lebanon; 541-259-5860 Email: dhs.info@state.or.us www.oregon.gov/DHS This state department offers such programs as Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF); Employment-Related Day Care (ERDC); the Oregon Health Plan (OHP); Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); and food stamps.

Community Resources ABUSE

ABC HOUSE 541-926-2203 228 Fifth Ave. SW, Albany www.abchouse.org Email: info@abchouse.org Child abuse intervention center serving Benton and Linn counties. Adult Protective Services 541-924-8418 1400 Queen Ave. SE, Suite 201, Albany Email: APSCOG@ocwcog.org www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability/ adult-protective/ Investigates reports of abuse and/or neglect of adults with disabilities. Affiliated with Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments Disability Services. Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV) • 541-758-0219 (office) 4786 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis • 541-738-8319 (advocacy office) 2208 SW Third St., Corvallis • 541-754-0110, 800-927-0197 (24-hour crisis hotline) www.cardv.org Provides emergency confidential shelter and support services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in both Linn and Benton counties. Old Mill Center for Children and Families • 541-757-8068 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis Email: contact@oldmillcenter.org www.oldmillcenter.org Relief Nursery is a child abuse and neglect prevention program for children birth to 6 years of age. Working in classrooms, teach-

ers help prepare children for kindergarten. Additionally, they offer in-home services and other support resources for parents. Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program • 541-757-4121, 4170 SW Research Way, Suite 100, Corvallis • 541-967-2060, 118 Second Ave. SE, Albany • 503-731-3100, Child welfare hotline www.oregon.gov/dhs/ Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Provides protective services for neglected or physically and/or sexually abused children including family counseling (for circumstances in which children are taken into custody), substitute care, sexual abuse treatment, 24-hour child abuse hotline, parent training and adoptions. Senior Protective Services 541-924-8418, 855-503-7233 1400 Queen Ave. SE, Suite 206, Albany www.ocwcog.org Investigates reports of abuse and/or neglect of elderly persons and victims of domestic violence age 65 and older. Affiliated with the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments.

ADVOCACY

Healthy Families Oregon 541-757-8068, ext. 117 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis Healthy Families Oregon (HFO) is a free family support and parent education home visiting program. HFO is voluntary and it focuses on strengthening the parent-child relationship to assure healthy child growth and development. Home visitors support parents in cultivating and strengthening a nurturing, positive relationship with their baby at each visit. Parents receive information on topics like child development, infant care and keeping their baby healthy, and learn what is going on in their communities to support new families. Corvallis Men’s Shelter 541-791-6691 211 SE Chapman Place, Corvallis www.bentonhoagc.com/corvallis-mensshelter OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP Cold-weather shelter from November to March for men who are homeless. Corvallis Housing First 541-230-1297 2311 NW Van Buren, Box #5, Corvallis www.corvallishousingfirst.org Advocates meeting the needs of local citizens who are homeless or are at the risk of being homeless Corvallis Right of Way 541-231-1210 Email: info@corvallisrightofway.com w w w. c o r va l l i s r i g h to f wa y. c o m Nonprofit group focused on improving education and safety for drivers and other roadway users. Meets: 4 p.m., fourth Wednesday of each month. Check the calendar on the website for meeting locations; frequently meetings take place at Nearly Normals Gonzo Cuisine, 109 NW 15th St., Corvallis. Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) A nonprofit agency that trains and supervises volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. • Benton County 541-753-5838 129 NW Fourth St., Suite B, Corvallis Email: casa@casa-vfc.org www.casa-vfc.org • Linn County 541-926-2651 2730 Pacific Blvd. SE, Suite 201, Albany Email: admin@linncasa.org www.linncasa.org Heartland Humane Society 541-757-9000 398 SW Twin Oaks Circle, Corvallis Email: adopt@heartlandhumane.org www.heartlandhumane.org Provides safe housing for stray and homeless domestic pets, pet adoption services, youth education programs and support for low-income pet owners. Hours: noon to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 12 noon to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

800-522-2602 503-378-6533 Email: ltco.info@oregon.gov www.oltco.org Staff and trained volunteers (certified ombudsmen) serve as advocates for residents of long-term care facilities. Oregon State University Women’s Center 541-737-3186 Benton Annex, 1700 SW Pioneer Place, Corvallis Email: womenscenter@oregonstate.edu https://dce.oregonstate.edu/wgc Hours-school year: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday Hours-summer: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday A place where women can gather for lively discussion or quiet contemplation. The center provides advocacy, support, programs, resources and opportunities to translate concerns into action. Pet Adoption Network 541-929-5941 Email: contactpan@yahoo.com www.panoregon.org Helps find new homes for dogs in need. Adoption events at Corvallis and Albany Petco stores. Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon 541-344-2632, Ext. #1056 Email: info@PPAOregon.org www.ppaoregon.org Works to promote and protect women’s reproductive health through legislation. SafeHaven Humane Society 541-928-2789 32220 Old Highway 34, Tangent Email: info@safehavenhumane.org www.safehavenhumane.org Full adoption, noneuthanizing shelter serving Linn and Benton counties. Hours: noon to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; noon to 5 p.m., Saturday through Monday Senior Dog Rescue of Oregon 541-244-2488 or 541-908-2331 Email: SDROregon@gmail.com www.sdroregon.com

Rescues older, homeless dogs and places them in permanent homes. Monthly adoption events hosted by PetSmart, 940 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis, from noon to 3 p.m., the first Saturday of each month. Senior Services Advisory Council 541-924-8438 541-967-8720 1400 Queen Ave. SE, Suite 201, Albany www.ocwcog.org Members advocate on issues of concern to seniors with programs designed to help older people live with dignity and independence. Affiliated with Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments, Linn and Benton counties. The Arc 541-753-1711 The Arc of Benton County, 928 NW Beca Ave., Corvallis www.arcbenton.org Nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving the lives of people who have developmental disabilities through family support, education, information and referral, recreation and socialization, community living situations and advocacy for improved services. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Thrift store Corvallis: 928 NW Beca Ave., Corvallis, 541-754-9011; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday; Noon to 5 p.m., Sunday Thrift store Philomath: 111 N. 20th St., Philomath, 541-929-3946; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday; Noon to 5 p.m., Sunday

Child Care Resources & Assistance

Community Outreach, Inc. 541-758-3000 865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis www.communityoutreachinc.org/ Community Outreach works to include and assist everyone. Comprehensive services, with the ability to make intra-agency referrals to other Community Outreach programs. This includes a state-certified child care center designed to meet the unique needs of homeless or highly transient families. 35

FINDING HELP Family Connections: Child Care Resource and Referral Linn and Benton Counties 541-917-4899 Linn-Benton Community College, Luckiamute Center 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany www.parentingsuccessnetwork.org/community-resources/childcare-resources/ Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (walk-in Service). Phone lines open, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Family Connections has a comprehensive database of child care and education settings to include: preschools, family/center child care, afterschool programs, Head Start, and other community resources. Find Child Care Oregon Resources designed to help families make informative decisions about child care. Email: children@211info.org http://triwou.org/projects/fcco Linn-Benton-Lincoln Education Service District (ESD) Autism Program Resources 541-812-2770 Email: cindy.madden@lblesd.k12.or.us https://www.lblesd.k12.or.us/cascaderegional-program/autism-program/ Regional autism program designed to enhance educational success by providing information, training and support to staff and families who are affected by autism. Oregon Family Support Network: Benton County 503-983-3348 Email: candacea@ofsn.net https://www.ofsn.org/ofsn-regional-officesoregon/ofsn-benton-county-oregon/ Support, services and resources for families with children with behavioral, emotional, mental health and other special needs in Benton County. Oregon State University Family Resource Center 541-737-4906 1030 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis Email: familyresources@oregonstat.edu https://familyresources.oregonstate.edu/. The Family Resource Center advocates for and provides quality programming and 36

services to all OSU families with dependent care needs to support the academic, professional and personal growth and success of the whole person. The center provides programs and services to members of the campus community with dependent care needs, advocating for and further developing programs for students, faculty and staff that enhances OSU’s work-life integration culture and initiatives. State of Oregon Child Care Assistance 503-945-5600 https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/assistance/ child-care/pages/index.aspx The Employment-Related Day Care program (ERDC) helps eligible low-income families pay for child care while they are working. ERDC is a subsidy program, meaning eligible families still pay part of the child care cost.

COPING/COUNSELING

Assistance League of Corvallis Huga-Bear and Emergency Kit Programs 541-757-1978 574 NW 9th St., Corvallis Email: corvallisal@comcast.net www.alcorvallis.org Supplies teddy bears to local police, fire departments and other agencies to ease the trauma of victims of accidents or abuse in Benton County; and provides clothing and hygiene kits to the emergency room at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center for victims of assault or accidents. Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center 541-740-3235 530 SW Fourth St., Corvallis http://corvallisddc.org/home Provides practical assistance and advocacy for individuals experiencing homelessness, low income or mental health issues. Summer Hours: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, June, July, August General Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., September through May Friends of the Family • 645 Waverly Drive SE, Suite 211, Albany (appointment only) • 685 NW Fifth St., Suite A, Corvallis 541-757-1761 Email: friends@fofm.org www.fofm.org

Individual, couple, family, play therapy counseling; fifth- through 12th-grade healthy relationships presentations in local schools. Jackson Street Youth Shelter 555 NW Jackson Ave., Corvallis, 541-7542404 1240 SE 7th Ave., Albany, 541-220-2950 24-hour Help Line: 1-800-901-2904 https://www.jsysi.org/ Jackson Street Youth Shelter promotes safety, stability and well-being for runaway, homeless and at-risk youth. The overnight shelter is open 24 hours a day all year. Volunteers are needed in both Linn and Benton counties as personal and onsite tutors, mentors and activity leaders, and to support street outreach. • Albany Drop-In Center (Cornerstone Youth Outreach Center), 960 Queen Ave. SW, Albany. • Girls Circle and Boys Council (curriculum-based support groups for teens) are scheduled throughout the year in both Linn and Benton counties; call for current information. • Youth Advisory Boards in both Linn and Benton counties are a way for high school students to get involved and advocate; meet regularly throughout the school year. Kidco Head Start 541-451-1581 Email: kidco@kidcoheadstart.org www.kidcoheadstart.org Tuition-free infant/toddler and preschool program that serves families from Benton, Linn and Marion counties with children from birth through age 5. Enrollment is based on age, income and special need. Kidco’s infant/toddler program serves pregnant mothers/expecting families and families with children up to 36 months of age. Program options include center-based and home-based. The preschool program serves families with children who turn 3 years old on or before Sept. 1. Program options are center-based and are either full-day or part-day classroom schedules. All Kidco locations provide social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development for the children as well as health and nutrition services. As a two-generation program, Kidco also provides parenting education, job-skill building for parents, family nights, assistance to families in connecting with and OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP using community resources, and opportunities for parents to act as a partner with Kidco, assisting in daily operations and program decision-making. Preschool centers are in Corvallis, Crawfordsville (also serving Brownsville), Sweet Home, Lebanon, Albany, Corvallis, Philomath, Jefferson and Harrisburg (also serving Monroe and Foster). The infant/toddler program has centers in Corvallis, Albany and Sweet Home, and home-based programs in Corvallis, Albany, Sweet Home and Lebanon. Kidco Head Start is an inclusive anti-bias program committed to promoting the acceptance and appreciation of human diversity. Linn/Benton/Lincoln RSVP 541-812-0849 1400 SE Queen Ave., Suite 201, Albany https://www.cityofalbany.net/132parks-and-recreation/885-rsvp-retiredand-senior-volunteer-program RSVP volunteers contribute their time and talents to local nonprofit agencies that serve community needs. Milestones Family Recovery 541-738-6832 Office 541-753-7801, YES House 541-753-2230, Milestones Women’s Program 541-753-3333, Recovery Wellness Center Men’s Program 541-757-7534, Milestone Outpatient Services www.milestonesrecovery.com Milestones offers a variety of treatment services, and is committed to working with families and individuals seeking substance abuse treatment. Old Mill Center for Children and Families 541-757-8068 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis www.oldmillcenter.org Child and family counseling. Familycentered individual, group and family counseling for struggling children and teens. Find opportunities for growth and improvement hidden in the challenges of life. Forms of payment: Oregon Health Plan, private insurance and scholarships. Parenting Success Network 541-917-4899 www.parentingsuccessnetwork.org Comprehensive network for informaOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

tion on all services and information that support parents in raising their children. A cooperative effort of organizations throughout Linn and Benton counties. Website, Facebook page, Calendar and Parent Advice Line with information on services that support parents. Pastoral Counseling Center 541-753-9217 602 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis https://www.facebook.com/pccmidvalley Professional therapists providing counseling services for everyone, based on need rather than ability to pay. The Pastoral Counseling Center provides a wide range of counseling services offered weekdays and some evenings at offices in Albany, Lebanon and Corvallis. Call anytime to schedule an appointment with a licensed counselor. Samaritan Transitions 541-812-4662 https://www.samhealth.org/health-services/all-services/hospice-palliative-care A volunteer-led program providing nonmedical help for anyone with a life-limiting illness with a prognosis of 12 months or less. Trillium Family Services Children’s Farm Home 541-750-1134 or 888 295-6996 4455 NE Highway 20, Corvallis Email: info@trilliumfamily.org www.trilliumfamily.org Residential and day treatment facility for mental and behavioral health for children and youth. For information regarding residential or day treatment for mental and behavioral health issues for youth and adolescents.

EDUCATION

Greater Albany Education Association 541-967-7113 2885 Cedarwood Court SE, Albany Email: albanyea@oregoned.org http://www.albanyteachers.org Teachers’ organization representing educators and education support personnel, dedicated to improving the education of students in the Greater Albany Public Schools district. Assistance League of Corvallis SAT Review 547 NW Ninth St., Corvallis

https://www.assistanceleague.org/corvallis/ philanthropic-programs/sat-review/ Offers Scholastic Aptitude Test review classes each fall for high school seniors, and spring for juniors. Students enrolled in area high schools are automatically sent applications. Benton County Foundation 541-753-1603 660 NW Harrison Blvd., P.O. Box 911, Corvallis 97339 www.bcfgives.org The Benton County Foundation began in 1953 as a community foundation with a mission to build community philanthropy by establishing endowments, prudently investing the funds received, and distributing a portion of the earnings annually to benefit the communities, especially the youth in Benton County. Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center 541-253-8976 2638 NW Jackson St., Corvallis Email: info@cmlcenter.org www.cmlcenter.org Community-based “living room for learning” where people of all cultures can share teaching and learning. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Fridays; Saturdays by appointment. Epsilon Sigma Alpha http://www.esaoregon.org/ An international sorority providing community service and individual education. Linn-Benton Community College Parenting Education Department 541-917-4884 Email: jerri.wolfe@linnbenton.edu https://www.linnbenton.edu/community-and-continuing-education/familyresource-and-education-center/parenting-education/ Learn the most effective parenting skills in classes throughout Linn and Benton counties. Linn Benton Christian Home Education Wiki www.lbchew.wikispot.org An interconnected community effort to explore, discuss and compile anything and everything about Christian home education in Linn and Benton counties. 37

FINDING HELP Old Mill Center for Children and Families 541-757-8068 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis www.oldmillcenter.org Community Preschool: A highly rated preschool for all children ages 3-6. Fivestar rated through Oregon’s SPARK program. Those with special needs learn alongside children who are typically developing; enrollment available all year around, including summer programming. Relief Nursery: A therapeutic early childhood program for at-risk children (birth to 6 years). Comprehensive early-intervention services include both a toddler and preschool classroom. Both also are SPARK fivestar rated and free for qualifying families. Oregon Education Association www.oregoned.org • Chintimini Uni Serv 541-929-3112 146 S. 12th St., Philomath, P.O. Box 1209, Philomath, OR 97370 • Santiam Uni Serv 541-967-7113 2885 Cedarwood Court, SE, Albany Email: corvallisea@oregoned.or Teachers helping teachers help children and their parents achieve better Central Valley schools. Oregon State University Extension Office/Master Gardeners • Benton County 541-713-5000 4077 SW Research Way Email: bentonmg@oregonstate.edu https://extension.oregonstate.edu/benton • Linn County 541-967-3871 33630 McFarland Road, Tangent http://extension.oregonstate.edu/linn Educational programs and information about agriculture, forestry, 4-H/youth work, livestock, home horticulture and community development. Through the Master Gardener Program, experienced gardeners are trained to share their knowledge through plant clinics, community seminars, school programs and lecture series.

EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

Oregon State Employment Department • 541-967-2171, 139 Fourth Ave. SE, Albany 38

• 541-757-4261, 4170 SW Research Way, Corvallis • 541-918-8887, 44 Industrial Way, Suite B, Lebanon https://www.oregon.gov/EMPLOY/Pages/default.aspx Provides placement services for job seekers and businesses.

FINANCES

AARP Tax Aide Toll free: 866-554-5360 Email: oraarp@aarp.org https://local.aarp.org/albany-or/ Free tax preparation and electronic filing for seniors and low- to mid-income people. Counselors are trained in January and preparation of taxes is offered Feb. 1 to April 15 at various locations. We Care 541-243-8029 865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis Email: wecare.benton@gmail.com https://www.wecarecorvallis.org/ We Care provides one-time financial assistance to residents of Benton County in emergency situations.

FOOD/CLOTHING/ETC.

Albany Helping Hands 541-926-4036 619 Ninth Ave. SE, Albany www.albanyhelpinghands.com Helping Hands Emergency Shelter and Kitchen, provides emergency shelter, hot food three times daily, cooling and warming centers, local area network used for education, training job searches and GED Completion Program. Medical and mental health referrals are also provided by trained staff. Alsea Food Pantry – Jeni’s Place 541-487-3663 18595 Alsea Highway, Alsea Emergency food boxes: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday Assistance League of Corvallis Operation School Bell 541-757-1978 https://www.assistanceleague.org/corvallis/philanthropic-programs/operation-school-bell/ Provides new clothing and hygiene kits to

school-aged children through Operation School Bell, and clothing to emergency room patients when needed. Caring Team Ministry 541-451-1271 River Center, 3000 S. Santiam Highway, Lebanon Emergency food box and clothing closet: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday. Coastal Range Food Bank 541-456-2141 11663 Nashville Road, Blodgett Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday and Sunday. Community Outreach Community Food Bank 541-758-3000 865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis www.communityoutreachinc.org Food bank hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday Office hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday Provides food for clients staying in COI housing, as a supplement to food stamps, as well as emergency food boxes. Food boxes are available to an individual once every 30 days. Corvallis Daytime Drop-In Center 541-740-3235 530 SW Fourth St., Corvallis http://corvallisddc.org/home Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday Summer hours: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday; June through August Drop-in center with weekday programming focused on low-income guests. Fish Emergency Services of Benton County 541-752-4688 Vina Moses Center 968 NW Garfield St., Corvallis www.vinamoses.org/fish Provides financial assistance for rent, utilities, medical needs and transportation to residents in Benton County. Fish of Albany 541-928-4460 1880 Hill St. SE, Albany www.fishofalbany.com OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP Provides food boxes, clothing and household items, assistance with prescription medications for life-threatening or communicable ailments, gasoline vouchers or bus tickets for emergency travel and shelter for pregnant teens and teen mothers with children. Fish of Lebanon 541-259-3200 Email: fishoflebanon@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/fishoflebanon/ 14 Ash Street, Lebanon Emergency help with prescriptions, food, clothing, lodging, transportation, gasoline and utilities. Furniture Share 541-754-9511 155 SE Lilly Ave., Corvallis www.furnitureshare.org Distributes donated furniture at no cost to low-income families in need. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Storehouse 541-995-8403 180 Smith St., Harrisburg Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Food box, clothing and furniture, at a low cost. Jefferson Community Pantry 541-327-1948 310 N. Second St., Jefferson Hours: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday. Heartland Humane Society Thrift Shop 541-757-0573 411 SW Third St., Corvallis www.heartlandhumane.org/thrift-shop/. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday The volunteer-run shop raises funds for the animals and programs at Heartland, including the animal shelter. Linn Benton Food Share and Gleaning Program 541-752-1010 545 SW Second St., Corvallis Email: mccambridge@communityservices.us www.communityservices.us/nutrition/ detail/category/linn-benton-food-share Collects and distributes food to 74 local partner agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, gleaning groups and shelters. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

nity garden and other programs. Love INC of Benton County 541-757-8111 2330 NW Professional Drive, Suite 102, Corvallis Email: admin@yourloveinc.org www.yourloveinc.org Helps churches help young people. Operates a clearinghouse to make the connections. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Help line: 541-757-8111, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Love INC of Linn County 541-924-5683 1606 Santiam Road SE, Albany Email: lovelinncc@lovelinn.com www.lovelinn.org Mobilizes church volunteers to serve their neighbors in need through practical acts of service. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Marys River Gleaners 541-497-9019 Email: cookiej3@msn.com w w w. fa ce b o o k .co m / M a rys - R ive rGleaners-360830417274446/. Provides food and firewood to low-income families and individuals. Donations of clothing and furniture welcome. Hours: Noon to 2:30 p.m., Friday; 12 to 1:30 p.m., Saturday. OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop 541-752-4733 144 NW Second St., Corvallis https://osufolk.oregonstate.edu/ Oregon State University volunteer-run consignment shop with all the profits going to OSU scholarships and community grants. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to Noon, Saturday. Consignments: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Philomath Community Services 541-929-2499 360 S. Ninth St., Philomath Email: director@philomathcommunityservices.org www.philomathcommunityservices.org Philomath community Services houses a food bank, gleaners operation, commu-

Quilts from Caring Hands 541-286-8831 Philomath Scout Lodge, 660 Clemens Mill Road, Philomath Email: mail@quiltsfromcaringhands.com www.quiltsfromcaringhands.com Making quilts for children-at-risk: the homeless, in foster care, drug addicted, visually impaired, abused, infants of teen mothers Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday Salvation Army Food Bank 541-928-4774 345 Columbus St. SE, Albany Email: Maureen.lawliss@usw.salvationarmy. org Provides food boxes and emergency financial assistance when available. Help available in Linn and Benton counties by appointment. Hours: 9 to 11:45 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday Sharing Hands 541-466-3110 107 W. Bishop Way, P.O. Box 335, Brownsville, OR 97327 Email: sharinghands@peak.org www.sharinghands.org/ Programs: Thrift Store; Pack Snack; Parents & Pals; Learning Tree Pre-School; Christmas Greeters Food box: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday and Friday. Thrift Store: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday Learning Tree Pre-School: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday through Friday. Signs of Victory Food Bank 541-967-8545 1100 Jackson St. SE, Albany www.signsofvictoryministries.com Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. South Benton Food Pantry 541-745-8759 650 Orchard St., Monroe https://southbentonfoodpantry.org/. Hours: 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., first, second and fourth Thursday; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., third Thursday of the month. 39

FINDING HELP South Corvallis Food Bank 541-753-4263 1800 SW Third St., Suite 110 www.southcorvallisfoodbank.org Distributes food to South Corvallis residents in need. Hours: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Monday and Wednesday; 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday; 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday. St. Vincent de Paul, Corvallis 541-286-4183 501 NW 25th St., Corvallis http://www.food97330.org/ Hours: 1:30 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Food pantry and thrift store that offers emergency food boxes to qualified, needy families. Supported by proceeds from donations and the thrift store. St. Vincent de Paul Mobile Pantry at Garfield Elementary 541-757-4352 1205 NW Garfield St., Corvallis www.chs.csd509j.net/news/mobilefood-pantry-garfield-elementary/ Hours: 10 a.m. to noon one Saturday a month. Call for dates. St. Vincent de Paul, Albany 541-928-1559 2220 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany https://www.svdp.us/what-we-do/retail-thrift-stores/albany-store/ St. Vincent de Paul Society assists with clothing, shoes, housewares, linens and books for needy families and individuals. Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul, Lebanon 541-258-5405 233 Second St., Lebanon Emergency food box: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday Rent and utility assistance: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Wednesday

SOUP KITCHENS AND MEAL SITES

ALBANY • St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 815 Ellsworth St.SW, 541-926-8562 Meals served: 5 to 6 p.m., Monday, 40

Wednesday and Friday •Albany Helping Hands, 619 Ninth St. SE, 541-926-4036 Meals served: breakfast, 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.; lunch, noon.; dinner, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Sunday • Signs of Victory Soup Kitchen, 620 Cleveland St. SE, 541-967-8545 Meal served: 6 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Saturay CORVALLIS Stone Soup Corvallis, Inc. 541-757-1988 P.O. Box 2381, Corvallis, OR, 97339 Email: stonesoupinfo@comcast.net www.stonesoupcorvallis.org • St. Mary’s Catholic Church Gymnasium, 501 NW 25th St., Corvallis Meals served: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Monday and Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wednesday and Friday • First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis Meals served: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Sunday; 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday • Westminster House, 101 NW 23rd St., Corvallis Meals served: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday Daily free meal for anyone in need. Meal Sites • Community Outreach, Inc., 865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis Meals served: 7 to 9 a.m.; noon to 2 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday. • Corvallis Family Table, Tunison Center, 365 SW Tunison St., 541-752-7220 ext. 312 To Go meals pickup: 4:30 to 6 p.m., fourth Thursday LEBANON • Lebanon Soup Kitchen, First Christian Church, 170 E. Grant St., 541-451-7667 Meals served: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday • Real Bowls Real People, River Park, 1235 E. Grant St., 541-409-6648 Meals served: 1:30 to 2:45 p.m., Sunday PHILOMATH • Neighbor to Neighbor: United Methodist Church Social Hall, 1123 Main St., 541-929-6614 Meals served: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday SWEET HOME • Sweet Home Emergency Ministries Meal Site (Manna), United Methodist Church, 845 Sixth Ave., 541-367-6504

Meals served: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday Sweet Home Emergency Ministries (SHEM) 541-367-6504 1115 Long St., Sweet Home Emergency food box, clothing, propane, prescriptions, rent and utility assistance. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Vina Moses Center 541-753-1420 968 NW Garfield Ave., Corvallis www.vinamoses.org Collects and distributes clothing and household items; shoes and clothing for children starting school; Christmas baskets and gifts; layette items for expectant mothers; for low-income people in Benton County. Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., first Saturday.

FUNDRAISING

United Way of Linn/Benton/Lincoln Counties • Benton and Lincoln counties 2330 NW Professional Drive, Suite 101, Corvallis 97339 541-757-7717 – Benton 541-265-5812 - Lincoln Email: office@unitedwayblc.org www.unitedwayblc.org • Linn County 1127 Hill St. SE, P.O. Box 905, Albany, OR 97321 541-926-5432 Email: office@unitedwayoflinncounty.org www.unitedwayoflinncounty.org Helping the community increase the organized capacity of people to care for one another.

Health/Hospice

Assistance League of Corvallis Dental Care Program 541-757-1978 547 NW Ninth St., Corvallis www.assistanceleague.org/corvallis/ Assists children in need of dental care referred from appropriate sources. Benton Hospice Service 541-757-9616 2350 NW Professional Drive, Corvallis OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP www.luminahospice.org End-of-life care and support for seriously ill persons and their families in Linn and Benton counties since 1980. Caregiver and bereavement support services. Call or visit website for support group and volunteer training schedule. Janus House/Mental Health Association of Benton County 541-753-9219 606 SW Fifth St., Corvallis Email: janusmha@peak.org www.janus.peak.org Provides 24-hour residential services and crisis respite services to adults with mental illness. Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care 541-757-9616 720 SW Fourth St., Corvallis Email: infor@luminahospice.org www.luminahospice.org Nonprofit health care organization serving the Mid-Willamette Valley, offering a six-week educational series and support designed to provide Caregivers the tools to care for themselves as they care for an older relative or friend. • Grief Support Meets: second Monday, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care. • Family Grief Support Meets: first Wednesday, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at the Old Mill Center for Children & Families • Palliative Care, Lebanon Meets: first and third Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Senior Center, 80 Tangent St., Lebanon • Palliative Care, Corvallis Meets: second and fourth Tuesday, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Lumina Palliative Care meeting room. Mid-Willamette Family YMCA 541-926-4488 3201 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany www.ymcaalbany.org/ Health and recreation programs for all ages. Swim and fitness classes available all year. Mighty Oaks Children’s Therapy Center 541-967-7551 3615 Spicer Road SE, Albany www.mightyoakschildren.org Provides pediatric physical occupational and speech therapies for special-needs children on sliding fee scale. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Oregon Health Plan Main: 800-527-5772 Help: 800-699-9075 https://www.oregon.gov/oha/hsd/ohp/ pages/index.aspx Health insurance for qualified citizens on sliding fee scale. OSU IMPACT for Life 541-737-2176 Oregon State University, Room 123, Women’s Building, 160 SW 26th St., Corvallis https://health.oregonstate.edu/impact Physical activity program for children, youth and young adults with special needs ages 6 months to 21 years. Participants meet twice weekly with volunteers during the academic year. Days and times to be determined by participant and volunteer. Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon 800-426-6806 Email: info@parkinsonsresources.org www.parkinsonsresources.org Empowers people to meet the challenges of living with Parkinson’s disease through information, education, personal support and advocacy for a cure. Services include support groups, movement classes and education programs. Samaritan Evergreen Hospice 541-812-4662 4600 Evergreen Place SE, Albany www.samhealth.org/find-a-location/s/ samaritan-evergreen-hospice-1397 With a focus on patient comfort, Samaritan Evergreen Hospice supports patients and their families. Samaritan Evergreen Hospice serves the valley and coast and surrounding communities in Benton, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Polk and Tillamook counties. Samaritan Evergreen Hospice operates a hospice house in Albany, an inpatient facility serving patients who are near the end of life. Signature Healthcare at Home 541-812-5254 317 First Ave. W., Albany www.4signatureservice.com/albanyhome-health Health care professionals help with regaining mobility, with comfort and independence in home after suffering from an

illness or injury. Services provided include nursing, therapy, and social services. Valley AIDS Information Network, Inc. 541-752-6322 http://www.valleyaidsinfo.org/index. html HIV/AIDS, STI and hepatitis 24-hour hotline providing Linn and Benton county communities with medical information, support and referrals to services. Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers of Corvallis 541-757-0980 501 NW 25th St., Corvallis http://www.caregiversvic.org Provides certain services to elderly and disabled, such as transportation, visiting, shopping, ramp building and yard work.

HOUSING

Albany Partnership for Housing and Community Development 541-926-5451 2078 Sixth Ave. SE www.albanypartnership.org Offers affordable housing for people on restricted incomes in Linn County. CoHo Ecovillage Cohousing of Corvallis 541-752-9633 1975 SE Crystal Lake Drive, Corvallis www.cohoecovillage.org Planned, environmentally responsible residential community that balances the advantages of private home ownership with community living on 6-plus acres off Crystal Lake Drive at Alexander Avenue. Corvallis Caring Place 541-753-2033 750 NW 23rd St. Email: info@corvalliscaringplace.org http://corvalliscaringplace.org Local not-for-profit assisted-living residence providing dignity and compassion in a life-enriching environment accepting Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Patients are admitted without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin or disability. Crossroads International 541-737-3006 University Plaza, 1600 SW Western Blvd., 41

FINDING HELP Suite 130, Corvallis https://international.oregonstate.edu/crossroads Crossroads is a group of volunteers from the community that helps enrich the experience of international students. This is done by building bridges between people in the community, international students, scholars and visiting faculty at Oregon State University and their families. Crossroads offers a homestay program and English as a second language conversation school for women. Habitat for Humanity Building homes and making repairs for those in need in our community for 25 years. • Albany Area Habitat for Humanity 541-967-4030 315 Lyon St. S., Albany Email: aahfh@peak.org www.albanyareahfh.org Hours: 9 a.m. to noon., Monday through Thursday; or by appointment. • Albany ReStore 541-924-1450 1225 Sixth St. SE Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday. • Benton Habitat for Humanity 541-752-3354 4840 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis www.bentonhabitat.org Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday • Benton ReStore 541-752-6637 Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Donations of reusable items are accepted from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Lebanon Area Habitat for Humanity 541-405-5213 (for housing questions only) https://lebanonoregonhabitat.com/ • Lebanon Habitat ReStore 541-451-1234 566 S. Main St. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday. Linn-Benton Housing Authority 541-926-4497 1250 Queen Ave. SE, Albany Email: mail@l-bha.org www.l-bha.org Regional public corporation created by Linn and Benton Counties to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for lowincome residents. 42

Linn-Benton-Lincoln Community Housing Services 541-752-1010 ext. #324 545 SW Second St., Suite A, Corvallis deldridge@communityservices.us Provides homeownership opportunities and counseling services to low-income clients. Willamette Neighborhood Housing Services 541-752-7220, Ext. 300 or 800-403-0957 257 SW Madison Ave., Suite 113, Corvallis www.w-nhs.org Offers affordable housing and education services including homebuyer education, financial fitness classes and microbusiness assistance.

LEGAL/MEDIATION SERVICES

Legal Aid Services of Oregon 800-817-4605, 541-926-8678 433 Fourth Ave. SW, Albany https://lasoregon.org/ Free legal assistance for qualifying lowincome persons in specific areas of civil law, housing, landlord/tenant issues, public assistance and service issues. Y Mentoring 541-926-4488, Ext. 120 Mid-Willamette Family YMCA, 3201 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany Email: Julialabahn@ymcaalbany.org www.ymcaalbany.org/programs/socialresponsibility/mentoring Y–Mentoring supports youth who are in need of role models and who face pressures with family, school, and peers, among other social issues.

PARENTING

Benton County Car Seat Check-Up/ Education 541-766-6961 Corvallis Fire Department Station 1, 400 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis http://www.oregonimpact.org/ Technicians check car seats and teach parents correct use and installation. Call for dates. Family Connections 541-917-4884 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany

https://www.parentingsuccessnetwork. org/community-resources/communityresources/family-connections/ Provides referrals for child care and respite care, information about parenting classes, children’s activities, access to community resources and a free parenting advice line. Life Line Baby Boutique 541-619-1540 2835 Santiam Highway SE, Albany Email: baby@hope.church www.facebook.com/Lifelinebabyboutique/ Free clothing for needy families, sizes newborn through 2T. Linn-Benton Community College Family Resource and Education Center 541-917-4899 Luckiamute Building, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany Email: parentinged@linnbenton.edu www.linnbenton.edu/community-andcontinuing-education/family-resourceand-education-center/ Offering a range of parent/child and parent-only classes, including child care referrals and provider support. Linn-Benton Community College Parenting Education Department 541-917-4899 Luckiamute Building, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany www.linnbenton.edu/community-andcontinuing-education/family-resourceand-education-center/parenting-education/index.php Helps develop and coordinate parenting education in Linn and Benton counties. Offers classes for parents and for parents and children together. Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) 541-258-7893 Southside Church of Christ, 196 S. Airport Road, Lebanon Email: office@southsidelebanon.com http://southsidelebanon.com/nextsteps-ministries/mops Support group for mothers in Linn County with at least one child in kindergarten or younger. Meets: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., first and third Thursday; $85 annual fee; childcare and breakfast provided. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP Parenting Success Network 541-917-4899 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany http://www.parentingsuccessnetwork.org Linn and Benton county organizations and other programs providing a variety of support for families raising children. Support help includes Calendar and Parent Advice Line with information on services that support parents. Strengthening Rural Families 541-929-2535 535 S. 19th St., #147, Philomath www.ruralfamilies.org Nonprofit agency that promotes communitybuilding activities for families in rural Benton County to include Alsea, Blodgett, Kings Valley, Monroe, and Philomath. Old Mill Center for Children and Families 541-757-8068 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis www.oldmillcenter.org Healthy Families: Promotes and supports positive parenting and healthy growth and development for families and their newly-born children; free for qualifying first-time families. Relief Nursery: A therapeutic early childhood program for at-risk children (birth to 6 years). Comprehensive early-intervention services include a variety of parent education options, family strengthening and preservation programs, special education, advocacy, intensive home visiting and therapeutic classrooms. Co-Parenting Class: This class supports parents and children through the trauma of divorce or separation by helping parents address their children’s needs during and after divorce.

PREGNANCY

Options Pregnancy Resource Centers www.optionsprc.org/ • Albany 541-924-0160 1800 16th Ave. SE, Albany Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday. • Corvallis Mobile Clinic: 541-231-0912 Hours and Location: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., WednesOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

day, Kings and Circle Blvd., Corvallis; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, 360 S 9th St., Philomath Offers free, confidential pregnancy tests, options counseling, post-abortion support, adoption and physician referrals, parenting classes and practical assistance. Parenting Success Network 541-917-4899 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany http://www.parentingsuccessnetwork.org Website, Facebook page, Calendar and Parent Advice Line with information on services that support parents Pregnancy Alternatives Center 541-258-3530 136 W. Vine St., Lebanon www.pregnancyalternatives.org Help for women and families involved in unplanned pregnancies, to include: educational resources, post-abortion and parenting support groups, adoption referrals and maternity, baby clothes and furniture. Parenting and mentoring classes are also available. Mobile medical unit hours and locations: • Noon to 4 p.m., Monday; 1344 Main St., Sweet Home • Noon to 4 p.m., Tuesday; 38969 NW Third Ave., Scio • Noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday; 773 W. First St., Halsey • 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday; 313 Washburn St., Brownsville Sweet Home Pregnancy Care Center 541-367-2447 1344 Main St., Sweet Home https://optionsforpregnancy.com/freeclinic/sweet-home-pregnancy-carecenter-sweet-home/ Free pregnancy tests, maternity and baby clothing, furniture, parenting programs and post-abortion support. Hours: Noon to 5 p.m., Monday and Wednesday

SENIOR/DISABLED SERVICES

Call-a-Ride 541-917-7770 www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ public-works/transportation/call-aride-service A citywide paratransit service in Albany for seniors and citizens with disabilities who can’t use conventional transit services.

Fare: $2 per person, one way Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday. Dial-a-Bus 541-752-2615 https://dialabus.org/cac/ Nonprofit transportation program providing low-cost, safe, reliable service to seniors and disabled people in Benton County. Fare: $4 per person, one way Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Disability Services • Albany Senior and Disability Services 541-967-8630 1400 Queen Ave. SE, Suite 206, Albany • Corvallis Senior and Disability Services and Veterans Services 541-758-1595 301 SW Fourth St., Corvallis Email: ADRCmail@ocwcog.org www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability Enhancing the independence, dignity, choice, and individual well-being for all aging people and people with disabilities in the region. Serving as the regional experts in aging and disability services, and supporting the regional population to maintain health, wellness, and access to programs when needed. Grace Center for Adult Day Services 541-754-8417 980 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis Email: office@gracecenter-corvallis.org http://gracecenter-corvallis.org/ Provides: Day services, memory care, postrehabilitation, respite, health monitoring, exercise, therapeutic activities, and outings. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Home Life 541-753-9015 2068 NW Fillmore Ave., Corvallis Email: homelife@peak.org www.homelifeinc.org Assists people with developmental disabilities in enjoying active, productive and independent lives. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Linn/Benton/Lincoln RSVP 541-924-8443 43

FINDING HELP 1400 SE Queen Ave., Suite 206 Albany Email: foundation@ocwcog.org www.isupportseniors.org/programs-wefund/r-s-v-p-retired-senior-volunteerprogram/ Nationwide network of experienced, talented adults contributing time and experience to community programs. Senior Companion Program 541-812-4229 1046 Sixth Ave. SW, Albany www.isupportseniors.org/programs-wefund/samaritan-senior-companion-program/ Personal, one-on-one, door-to-door help for frail seniors age 60 or over, and younger disabled people. Services include running errands, respite and friendship. Offered through Samaritan Health Services; free to residents of Linn and Benton counties. Senior Services 541-967-8630 www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability Arranges in-home care services, respite services, adult foster care, residential care, assisted living care and nursing facility care in Linn and Benton counties. Administers Medicaid and food stamp programs, OPI, Meals-on-Wheels and congregate meal site programs in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Mill City, Halsey and Philomath. Social Security Administration 800-772-1213, 800-325-0778 (TTY) 1390 Waverly Drive SE, Suite 110, Albany http://www.ssa.gov Administers retirement benefits, Medicare, Social Security disability, survivor’s insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. Volunteer Caregivers 541-928-2173 930 Queen Ave. SW, Albany Email: vcweb930@aol.com www.volunteercaregivers.org Transportation, wheelchair ramp construction, handyman chores, yard work, grocery and shopping assistance, short term housekeeping, grab bars and other services for seniors in the greater Albany area. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday. 44

VETERANS

Veterans Service Office • Benton County 541-758-1595; 800-508-1696 777 NW Ninth St., Suite 202C, Corvallis Email: veterans@ocwcog.org http://www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability/veterans/ Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday • Linn County 541-967-3882; 800-319-3882 330 Third Ave. SW, Albany w w w. c o . l i n n . o r. u s / i n d e x . php?content=veterans Helps vets obtain appropriate benefits and services. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 585 541-259-1482 (Dave Olson, president) Email: david@nwtruckingacademy.com www.vva.org/chapter/vva-chapter-585 A nonprofit organization promoting the camaraderie, welfare, health and knowledge of the Vietnam-era veteran. • Lebanon American Legion Post 51 541-451-1351 480 Main St., Lebanon Email: santiamp@santiampost51.org www.santiampost51.org Hours: 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday and Sunday; 9 a.m. to noon, Friday and Saturday.

Support Groups

The following list of support groups was drawn from the Information and Referral Resource Directory published by Love INC and from representatives of local organizations. Support group meetings generally are published in the daily calendar in the Democrat-Herald and the Gazette-Times the day before the meeting.

ADDICTION

Alcoholics Anonymous District 21 541-967-4252 www.aaoregon-district21.org For people who have problems with alcohol. Visit the website for a complete list of meetings throughout the valley.

Apostolic Life Center 541-926-0654 230 Pine St. SE, Albany Email: mdennisjohnson@albanyalc.com www.albanyalc.com ALC offers a variety of resources to strengthen families and communities. Caregiver Connections https://www.luminahospice.org/ Drop-in support group for family caregivers. • Benton Hospice Service, Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care Conference Room, 720 SW Fourth St., Corvallis Meets: 1:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday • Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St. Meets: 1:30 p.m., first and third Tuesday Celebrate Recovery 541-967-4673 www.albanyfirstassembly.org/recovery A Christian 12-step recovery program for people with hurts, habits or hang-ups. • Hope Church, 2817 Santiam Highway SE, Albany Meets: 6 p.m., Tuesday Linn County Department of Health Services 541-967-3819 104 Fourth St. SE, Albany Email: counseling@cbh.comcastbiz.net www.linncountyhealth.org/adg/page/ adolescent-outpatient www.co.linn.or.us/health/alcohol_drug/prev Outpatient counseling and substance abuse treatment for adolescents ages 1218 and young adults ages 18-25. • Lebanon, 1600 S. Main St., 541-451-5932 • Sweet Home, 799 Long St., 541-367-3888 Community Grief Support Group Benton Hospice Service, Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care Conference Room, 720 SW Fourth St., Corvallis Meets: 5:30 p.m., second Monday Family Grief Support Group 541-757-9616 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis For families with children under 18. Meets: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., first Wednesday. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP Grief Education and Support Group Call 541-757-9616 to register. Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care, 720 SW Fourth St., Corvallis. Eight-week sessions, daytime and evening groups. Evenings: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday Daytime: 10 a.m. to noon, Friday Memory Loss Support Group and Memory Loss Support Group for Caregivers and Family Members 541-766-6959 Information: gene@dannen.com Meets: simultaneously at 1:30 p.m., second Tuesday, Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis Mid-Valley Low Vision Support Group 541-928-5008 Meets: 2 p.m., third Wednesday, Brookdale Grand Prairie, 1929 Grand Prairie Road SE, Albany NAMI Mid-Valley 541-745-2064 Email: president@namimidvalley.org www.namimidvalley.org Nonprofit educational, support and advocacy organization for people concerned with mental health issues. • Family Support Group, conference room, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis Meets: 7 to 9 p.m., first and third Tuesday • Peer Connection Support Group, Chintimini Senior and Community Center, 2601 SW Ninth St., Corvallis Meets: 6 to 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Monday. Meetings are usually at the Chintimini Senior and Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. Meetings in October 2019 will be at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW Eighth St., Corvallis. Meetings in November 2019 will be at the Corl House, 3975 NW Witham Drive. Narcotics Anonymous 1-877-233-4287 (24-hour helpline) www.na.org , www.lblna.org For those struggling with substance abuse. Check www.lblna.org for meetings. Albany Meets: 7 p.m., Monday, First Christian Church, 432 Ferry St. SW OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Corvallis Meets: 5 p.m. Sunday; noon Monday through Friday (except Wednesday), First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave. Meet: 7 p.m., Monday, First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave. Overeaters Anonymous www.oa.org or www.oaeugene.org Self-help group offering 12-step recovery program for anyone suffering from compulsive overeating, yo-yo dieting, bulimia or anorexia. • Albany 541-936-1108 Meets: 7 p.m., Monday, St. Mary Catholic Church, basement, 729 Ellsworth St. SW Sex Addicts Anonymous 541-286-5315 www.saacorvallis.org For men and women seeking recovery from sex or pornography addiction. • Corvallis Meets: 7 p.m., Sunday; noon, Wednesday, First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave., Room 18, Corvallis • Albany Meets: 6:30 a.m., Friday, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Guadalupe House (basement), 706 Ellsworth St. SW, Albany Powerful Tools for Caregivers Information/Registration: Benton Hospice Service, 541-757-9616 h t t p : //w w w. l u m i n a h o s p i c e . o rg / events/2018/08/powerful-tools-forcaregivers/ Tobacco Cessation 541-768-5489 https://www.samhealth.org/health-services/classes-and-events/f/r/freedomfrom-smoking Email: patm@samhealth.org Classes: Eight session workshops Classes in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Lincoln City and Newport for those who want to quit smoking. Sponsored by Samaritan Health Services Internal Medicine.

COPING

Al-Anon, District 16 541-967-6262 (24-hour helpline) www.oregonal-anon.org Support for families and friends of alco-

holics. • Albany Meets: Noon Tuesday; 7 p.m. Thursday; 4 p.m. Sunday, First Christian Church, Community Room, 432 Ferry St. SW • Corvallis Meets: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 NW 35th St. Meets: 10 a.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Parkside Group • Lebanon Meets: 7 p.m., Friday; Lebanon Community Hospital, conference room 4, 525 N. Santiam Highway Benton Hospice Service 541-757-9616 Email: bhs@bentonhospice.org www.bentonhospice.org Grief education and support groups offer help for people in the grieving process. New groups begin quarterly. Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence 541-754-0110; 800-927-0197 541-758-0219 (Hotline) Advocacy Center, 2208 SW Third St., Corvallis Corvallis, OR 97339 https://www.cardv.org/ Providing free and confidential services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Available on scene. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Centering Prayer Group 541-754-9945 http://www.contemplativeoutreachportland.com/centering-prayer-groups/listof-centering-prayer-groups/ Sharing the practice of Christian meditative prayer and studying the contemplative dimension of religion. Meets: 11:15 a.m., Sunday, First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW Eighth St., Corvallis Meets: Noon, Wednesday, St. Mary’s Church, 501 NW 25th St., Corvallis, 541753-2946 Meets: 7 p.m., Tuesday, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 822 Ellsworth St. SW, Albany, 541-971-1297 45

FINDING HELP Childbearing Loss 541-812-4475 https://www.samhealth.org/healthservices/classes-and-events/h/o/hopefor-mothers. For those who have lost an infant through stillbirth, miscarriage, SIDS or any other cause. Comfort Crafters 541-757-9616 2350 NW Professional Drive, Corvallis Benton Hospice Service: An informal drop-in knitting group dedicated to creating shawls to bring comfort and warmth to hospice patients. Meets: 1 p.m., first and third Wednesday Disabled American Veterans Willamette Chapter No. 17 and Auxiliary 541-990-2006 Contact: Roy Poppleton Email: vetstuff@comcast.net www.davmembersportal.org/chapters/or/17 Gives aid and support to hospitalized and disabled veterans and their families. Meets: 1 p.m. second Tuesday, VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St. SE, Albany Family Tree Relief Nursery 541-967-6580 1305 Hill St. SE, Albany www.familytreern.org Toddler program, Preschool Program in Albany and Lebanon and Infant/Parent support group offered, as well as Parent Education Classes. Call office for more information. Grief Realization and Education Group (GREG) 541-829-9102 Peer support for parents who have experienced the loss of a child at any age. Meets: 6:30 to 8 p.m., second Tuesday; noon to 1:30 p.m., fourth Wednesday, conference room, Samaritan Evergreen Hospice House, 4600 Evergreen Place SE, Albany, Healing Hearts Ministries 541-752-1646 583 NW Maxine Ave., Corvallis www.healingheartsministry.com Nonprofit, faith-based organization serving hurting adults through workshops and support groups such as DivorceCare, GriefShare and Boundaries. 46

Hearing Loss Support Group Linn-Benton Chapter 541-791-3725, 541-220-8541 https://www.hlaa-or.org/linnbenton_ meetings.html Meets: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., last Wednesday, Albany General Hospital, Reimer Conference Room, 1085 Sixth Ave., Albany.

• Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. SW, Albany, 541-812-4680 Grief support groups meets: 1:30 p.m., first Sunday; 5:30 p.m. third Monday • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, 541-812-4547 Grief support groups meets: 2 to 3:30 p.m., fourth Tuesday

Linn County Low Vision Support Group 541-928-5008 489 NE Water Ave., Albany Email: ellenlilja@comcast.net Self-help for low-vision people and their families Meets: 2 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, Albany Senior Center

Well Mama Linn-Benton 541-231-4343 Information: 541-812-4475 Email: csilla.andor@fourth-trimester.com http://www.wellmama.net/ Support group and counseling for pregnant and postpartum moms feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed. Meets: 6:30 p.m., second and fourth Thursday, Albany and Lebanon. Call for location.

Macular Degeneration/Low Vision Support Group 541-740-2817 For visually impaired people and their family and friends to share information on assistive devices and coping skills for those with macular degeneration or other types of low vision. Meets: 2 p.m., third Monday (except June through August), Chintimini Senior Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave. Oregon Association for Better Hearing 541-754-1377 1025 NW Ninth St., Suite D, Corvallis Email: corvallishearing@betterhearingus.com www.betterhearingus.com Consumer hearing aid test group. Hours: 10 a.m. to noon, 1:30 to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 10 a.m. to noon; 1 to 5 p.m., Tuesday Salvation Army 541-928-4774 345 Columbus St., SE, Albany Offers worship services and youth programs. Emergency family services food boxes: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday, Wednesday, Friday Samaritan Evergreen Hospice Services 541-812-4662 www.samhealth.org/hospice Offers skilled nursing care, pain management, spiritual support and more for people in the last stages of terminal illness. Ongoing contact and support is also offered for family members and community members grieving the death of a loved one.

HEALTH

Alzheimer’s Network of Oregon 866-425-9638, 1-503-364-8100 Email: info@alznet.org www.alznet.org Information, support and assistance for families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia in Benton, Linn, Marion and Polk counties. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave. 541-766-1342 (Corvallis) Meets: 1:30 p.m., second Tuesdays, Memory Loss Support Group for caregivers and family members • Lydia’s House, 53583 Columbus St. SE, Albany 541-928-4728 Meets: 4:30 p.m., first Wednesday, caregiver support Breast Cancer Support Group Information, support, sharing and friendship for breast cancer survivors. 541-768-5220 or 541-768-5340 • Corvallis Meets: 5:30 p.m., third Monday, Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center, 501 NW Elks Drive, Corvallis • Lebanon 541-812-5888 Meets: 6:30 p.m., second Monday, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway Cancer Support Group 541-768-6005 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

FINDING HELP For those who have been affected by metastatic or advanced stages of all cancers. Meets: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., second and fourth Wednesday, Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center, 501 NW Elks Drive, Corvallis Community Alzheimer’s Support Groups • Albany 541-704-4297 5353 Columbus St. SE, Albany Email: marys@mennonitevillage.org Support for family members of persons with memory loss disorders. • Corvallis 800-272-3900 Meets: 3:30 p.m., third Tuesday; Conifer House, 145 NE Conifer Blvd., Corvallis Corvallis Reiki Circle 541-754-3595 https://seichimcenter.com/ Support group for Reiki practitioners and interested people to give and receive treatments. Meets: 7 to 9 p.m., first Thursday, 230 SW Third St., Room 203, Corvallis Cardiac Rehab Patients Group 541-768-5323 Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis For those who have had heart attacks or bypass surgery. Meets: 4 p.m. first Tuesday. Call to register and check for dates. Diabetes Support Group Ongoing education and encouragement for people with diabetes, prediabetes or similar conditions, and their families. Certified diabetes educators lead the groups, covering a specific topic at each session, and answer any questions from participants about their conditions. • Corvallis Meets: 5:30 p.m., second Tuesday, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive. Information: 541-768-6973. • Lebanon Meets: 11 a.m., first Monday, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway. Information: 541-451-6313. MidValley Doula Network OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

www.midvalleydoulas.net Doulas give emotional, physical and spiritual support, education, experience and love for labor and delivery. Project Her – Cancer Support Group 541-768-2376 The Corvallis Clinic, Aumann Building, 444 NW Elks Drive www.corvallisclinic.com/project-her/ Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers • Albany 541-812-5888 400 Hickory St. NW Email: cancerresourcecenter@samhealth.org www.samhealth.org/cancer • Corvallis 541-768-2171 501 NW Elks Drive Resources for anyone touched by cancer, including wigs, financial information, support groups, library, massages, facials and classes. Samaritan Ostomy Support Group 541-812-4945 Information and group support for those living with ostomies. Fellowship and the opportunity to interface with other people living with ostomies is the primary focus. Information and education is also provided. Topics may include dietary considerations, medication concerns, products available, care and hygiene, and coping with body image changes. Family and caregivers also welcome. Meets: Noon to 1:00 pm., third Thursday. Meeting place alternates between Albany and Corvallis. Call for meeting information. Stroke and Brain Injury Support Group 541-768-5157 This group is open to teens and adults. Whether your injury has occurred through a stroke, head injury, disease, tumor, surgery or anoxia (lack of oxygen), all people living with the effects of damage to the brain are invited to attend this group. Significant others and caregivers are also welcome. Meet with others who share your frustrations and successes. Meets: 1:30 to 3 p.m., first Tuesday, Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 NW 35th St., Corvallis

Valley AIDS Information Network 541-752-6322 www.valleyaidsinfo.org Offers support groups serving those with HIV, AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases and hepatitis in Linn and Benton counties. Willamette Nutrition Source, LLC 541-207-7205 744 NW Fourth St., Corvallis Email: TSWaterhouse@gmail.com https://www.willamettenutritionsource.com/ Private practice devoted to best evidencebased practices for treatment of eating disorders. Willamette Valley Ataxia Support Group 503-502-2633 Email: Jason Wolfer, wolfer.jason@gmail.com Meets: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. SW, Fourth Floor, Albany

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La Leche League 541-766-0055 https://lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com/ localcorvallis Breastfeeding information and support for pregnant and breastfeeding families. Corvallis – Philomath Corvallis Birth and Women’s Health Center 2314 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis Meets: 10 a.m., first Wednesday Multicultural Literacy Center 128 SW Ninth St., Corvallis Meets: 6 p.m., third Thursday Lebanon Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital 525 N. Santiam Highway Meets: 6 p.m., second Thursday Live and Learn Programs Linn-Benton Community College Parenting Education Department 541-917-4899 https://www.parentingsuccessnetwork. org/parenting-programs/lbcc-live-andlearn-programs/ Learn fun and easy ways to support your baby’s development through preschool, and learn about parenting resources. Moms Club of Albany 541-771-9039 47

FINDING HELP Email: albanymomsclub@gmail.com https://momsofalbany.webs.com/ Offers support, play groups and other fun activities for at-home moms and dads in Corvallis, Albany and Lebanon. Old Mill Center for Children and Families 541-757-8068 1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis www.oldmillcenter.org Healthy Families: Promotes and supports positive parenting and healthy growth and development for families and their newly-born children; free for qualifying first-time families. Relief Nursery: A therapeutic early childhood program for at-risk children (birth to 6 years). Comprehensive early-intervention services include a variety of parent education options, family strengthening and preservation programs, special education, advocacy, intensive home visiting and therapeutic classrooms. Co-Parenting Class: This class supports parents and children through the trauma of divorce or separation by helping parents address their children’s needs during and after divorce. Parents and Pals 541-844-6866 Email: skglenn@dswebnet.com www.sharinghands.org/parents-pals A support group for preschool parents. Meets: 10:15 a.m., Tuesday, Brownsville Community Library, 146 Spaulding Ave., Brownsville

VICTIMS

Domestic Violence Support Group 541-754-0110, 800-927-0197 https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/ or/corvallis For women who have experienced emotional or physical abuse in relationships with their partners. Sponsored by the Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence. Weight Loss TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is the short name for TOPS Club Inc., the original, nonprofit, noncommercial network of weight-loss support groups. TOPS offers tools and programs for healthy living and weight management, with exceptional group fellowship and recognition for men, women, teens, and preteens ages 7 and older. Local group chapters are listed below or visit us online at www.tops. org or call 800-932-8677 to locate a chapter 48

near you. The first visit is always free. https://www.tops.org/tops/TOPS/ FindAMeeting.aspx • TOPS OR 0476, Albany Jesus Pursuit Church 2110 Santiam Highway SE, Albany Meets: Tuesday, 8:15 a.m., weigh-in begins; 9:30 a.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 1144, Albany Salvation Army Building 345 Columbus St. SE (Annex), Albany, OR 97321 Meets: Thursday, 8:30 a.m., weigh-in begins; 9:30 a.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 0019, Albany Hill Street Church of Christ 1805 Hill St. SE, Albany, OR 97322 Meets: Thursday, 5:30 p.m., weigh-in begins; 6:45 p.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 1164, Corvallis Grant Avenue Baptist Church 1625 NW Grant Ave. (classroom), Corvallis Meets: Thursday, 6:30 p.m., weigh-in begins; 6 p.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 0975, Jefferson Jefferson Elementary School 615 N. Second St., Jefferson, 97352 Meets: Tuesday, 5:45 p.m., weigh-in begins; 6 p.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 0916, Lebanon Lacomb Bible Church 3400 Meridian Road (dining room), Lebanon Meets: Thursday, 8 a.m., weigh-in; 8:30 a.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 0575, Philomath Peace Lutheran church 2540 Applegate St., Fellowship Room, Philomath Meets: Thursday, 8:15 a.m., weigh-in begins; 9 a.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 0309, Sweet Home United Methodist Church (use Ironwood Street entrance) 845 Sixth Ave., Dining Room, Sweet Home Meets: Thursday, 9 a.m., weigh-in begins; 10 a.m., meeting begins • TOPS OR 0270, Sweet Home Member’s Home (Leader) 423 Ninth Ave., Sweet Home Meets: Fridays, 7:30 a.m., weigh-in begins; 8:30 a.m., meeting begins

Senior Centers

Senior centers can be a home away from home for older adults looking for new friendships, continuing educational opportunities or vari-

ous clubs or fun activities to join. They also can be a lifeline to those who need a nutritious meal, help with transportation or special health services. Each of the following centers offers different programs. For details, call the information number listed. Albany Senior Center 541-917-7760 489 Water Ave. NW https://www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ parks-and-recreation/senior-center Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Brownsville Senior Center & Garden Club 541-466-5935 339 N. Main St., Brownsville Email: brownsvillece@outlook.com http://historicbrownsville.com/business-directory/name/brownsville-senior-center/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday Corvallis Parks and Recreation Chintimini Senior & Community Center 541-766-6959 2601 NW Tyler Ave. https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/chintimini Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Harrisburg Senior Center 541-995-6568 354 Smith St. http://www.ci.harrisburg.or.us/community/page/senior-center-visit-friendsmeet-new-ones Lebanon Senior Center 541-258-4919 80 Tangent St. https://www.ci.lebanon.or.us/seniorservices Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Scio Senior Center 503-394-3342 Scio City Hall, 38957 NW First Ave. Hours: 10 a.m. to noon; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Sweet Home Senior Center 541-367-4775 880 18th Ave. https://www.facebook.com/SHSeniorCenter/ Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

EDUCATION

The graduation ceremony for the class of 2019 at Crescent Valley High School on Friday June 7, 2019. - Photo by: Andy Cripe OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

EDUCATION Benton County - Public

Alsea School District 541-487-4305 301 S. Third St. www.alsea.k12.or.us Superintendent/principal: Marc Thielman School year: Aug. 26 to June 5 (Winter break is Dec. 20-Jan. 5; Spring break is March 16-27) District enrollment (2019-20): 150 Alsea School (K-12) Corvallis School District 541-757-5811 1555 SW 35th St. www.csd509j.net Superintendent: Ryan Noss School year: Sept. 4 to June 12 (Winter break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27) District enrollment (2019-20): 6,993

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Adams School 1615 SW 35th St., 541-757-5938 Principal: Beth Martin Franklin School (K-8) 750 NW 18th St., 541-757-5747 Principal: Craig Harlow Garfield School 1205 NW Garfield Ave., 541-757-5941 Principal: Leigh Santy Hoover School 3838 NW Walnut Blvd., 541-757-5958 Principal: Anna Marie Gosser Jefferson School 1825 NW 27th St., 541-757-5951 Principal: Jennifer Still Lincoln School (Dual Language Immersion) 110 SE Alexander Ave, 541-757-5955 Principal: Aaron Hale Mountain View Elementary 340 NE Granger Ave., 541-766-4760 Principal: Byron Bethards Wilson School 2710 NW Satinwood St., 541-757-5987 Principal: Eric Beasley 50

MIDDLE SCHOOLS

Cheldelin Middle School 987 NE Conifer Blvd., 541-757-5971 Principal: Darren Bland Assistant Principal: Kyle Mabry Linus Pauling Middle School 1111 NW Cleveland Ave., 541-757-5961 Principal: Alicia Ward-Satey Assistant Principals: Greg Hyde; Lisa Krause

HIGH SCHOOLS

Corvallis High School 1400 NW Buchanan Ave., 541-757-5871 Principal: Matt Boring Assistant principals: Paul Navarra, Colleen Works Crescent Valley High School 4444 NW Highland Drive, 541-757-5801 Principal: Aaron McKee Assistant principals: Nicole Hendricks; Jon Strowbridge College Hill Alternative Pathways High School Administrator & Pathways Coordinator: Eric Wright 510 NW 31st St., 541-757-5945

OTHER

Monroe School District 541-847-6292 365 N. Fifth St. www.monroe.k12.or.us Superintendent: Bill Crowson School year: Sept. 4 to June 8 (Winter break is Dec. 20 through Jan. 6; Spring break is March 20-27.) District enrollment (2019-20): 465 Monroe Grade School (K-8) 600 Dragon Drive, 541-847-5139 Principal: Kathi Holvey Monroe High School 365 N. Fifth St., 541-847-5161 Principal: Beau Sisneros Philomath School District 541-929-3169 1620 Applegate St. https://www.philomathsd.net/

Superintendent: Buzz Brazeau School year: Aug. 29 to June 11 (Winter break is Dec. 23-Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27.) District enrollment (2018-19): 1,572

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Clemens Primary School (Kindergarten, District office) 535 S. 19th St., 541-929-2082 Principal: Abby Couture

Philomath Elementary (1-5) 239 S. 16th St., 541-929-3253 Principal: Susan Halliday Assistant Principal: Mike McDonough Blodgett Elementary (K-4) 35177 Tum Tum Road, Blodgett, 541453-4101 Principal: Susan Halliday

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Philomath Middle School 2021 Chapel Drive, 541-929-3167 Principal: Steve Bell Assistant Principal: Chad Matthews

HIGH SCHOOL

Philomath High School 2054 Applegate St., 541-929-3211 Principal: Mike Bussard Vice Principal: Rebecca Chitkowski Vice Principal/Athletic Director: Tony Matta

Benton County - Private Ashbrook Independent School 541-766-8313 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis www.ashbrookschool.org Principal: Kristina Wonderly School year: Sept. 4 to June 12 (Winter break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 4; Spring break is March 23-27) Grades: Pre-K through 8 District enrollment (2019-20): 143 Corvallis Montessori School 541-753-2513 2730 NW Greeley Ave. www.corvallismontessori.org Administrator: Tamara Basham School year: Sept. 4 to June 11 (Winter OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

EDUCATION break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27.) Ages: 15 months to 3 years Corvallis Waldorf School 541-758-4674 3855 NE Highway 20 Email: enrollment@corvalliswaldorfschool.org www.corvalliswaldorfschool.org Director: Peter Zaremba School Year: Sept. 4 to June 11 (Winter break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27). Grades: Preschool through 8 (2018-2019): 150 Philomath Montessori School 541-929-2672 1123 Main St., P.O. Box 125 www.philomathmontessori.org Director: Jessica Neebe School year: Sep. 3 to June 11 (Winter break is Dec. 23-Jan. 2; Spring break is March 22- April 2) Ages: 2½ to 3½. District enrollment (2018-19): 19 Santiam Christian Schools 541-745-5524 7220 NE Arnold Ave., Adair Village www.santiamchristian.org Superintendent: Lance Villers Elementary school: 541-745-5655 Elementary principal: Peter Ness Junior high and high schools: 541-7455524 Junior high principal: Steve Bittner High school principal: Erik Ritschard School year: High school, Sept. 3 to June 4; grades 1 through 8, Sept. 5 to May 29; preschool and kindergarten, Sept. 6 to May 29. (Christmas break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27.) Grades: Pre-K to 12 Enrollment (2019-20): 650 Zion Lutheran School 541-753-7503 2800 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis Email: schooloffice@zioncorvallis.com www.zioncorvallis.com Principal: Jon Schultz School year: Sept. 4 to June 14 (Christmas break is Dec. 23 to Jan 3; Spring break is March 25-27.) OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Grades: Preschool to 8 Enrollment (2018-19): 220

Benton County - Charter

Kings Valley Charter School 541-929-2134 38840 Kings Valley Highway, Philomath Email: jellingson@kvschool.org https://sites.google.com/a/kvschool. org/kvcs/ Director: Jamon Ellingson School year: Sep. 3 to June 10 (Winter break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27) Grades: Preschool to 12 Enrollment: (2018-19): 183 Muddy Creek Charter School 541-752-0377 30252 Bellfountain Road, Corvallis Email: office@muddycreekcharterschool.org www.muddycreekcharterschool.org Executive Director: Bryan Traylor School year: Sept. 4 to June 12 (Winter break is Dec. 23 to Jan. 3; Spring break is March 23-27) Grades: K to 5 Enrollment: (2019-20): 124 Charter school sponsored by the Corvallis School District.

Linn County - Public

Linn Benton Lincoln Education Service District 541-812-2600 905 Fourth Ave. SE, Albany, OR 97321 Linn Benton Lincoln Education Service District (LBL) comprises 12 school districts and approximately 37,000 students in Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties. LBL’s governance structure includes a seven-member, publically elected, board of directors. Programs and services are funded primarily with state, federal and local resources. LBL serves educational agencies, districts and schools with high-quality services and programs that are practical, reliable and economical. LBL has a reputation for supporting educational excellence and equity, working cooperatively with educators and educational agencies, and effecting productive solutions that help schools, teachers, students

and families meet Oregon’s educational goals. Services are offered in the following broad categories: Special Education, Technology, Administrative Services and School Improvement. For more information please visit our website at: www.lblesd.k12.or.us. Central Linn School District 541-369-2813 32433 Highway 228 www.centrallinn.k12.or.us Superintendent: Brian Gardner School year: First day of school is Sept. 4; the last day of school is June 13. Runs on a Monday through Thursday academic week, so when a week contains a Monday holiday, school is in session Tuesday through Friday. The last day for students before winter break is Thursday, Dec. 20, and they return Monday, Jan. 7. Spring break is the week of March 25. District enrollment (2018-19): approximately 633. Central Linn Elementary School 239 W. Second St., Halsey, 541-369-2851 Principal: Robyn Bailey Central Linn Middle/High School 32433 Highway 228, Halsey, 541-3692811 Principal: Heidi Hermansen

Greater Albany

541-967-4501 718 SW Seventh Ave. www.albany.k12.or.us Superintendent: Melissa Goff District enrollment (2019-20): Approximately 9,300 School year: Sept. 3 to June 10. Winter break is Dec. 23-Jan. 3; Spring break is the week of March 23-27. All schools will release students an hour early each Wednesday for teacher planning, unless the week includes a holiday later in the week. Class options include the Community Service Consortium, Linn-Benton Community College, Albany Online or Albany Options program. The director of special programs, Ryan Mattingly, can be reached at 541-967-4518. For information on Albany Options, call Principal 51

EDUCATION John Hunter at 541-967-4563.

Principal: Lisa Shogren

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Tangent Elementary School 32100 Old Oak Drive, Tangent, 541-9674616 Principal: Gretchen Rayburn

Central Elementary School (grades 3-5) 336 Ninth Ave., 541-967-4561 Principal: Lisa Shogren Clover Ridge School 2953 Clover Ridge Road NE, 541-9674565 Principal: Elisa Stephens The Groves (formerly Fir Grove School) (grades K-1) 1500 Oak Grove Drive NW, 541-9674596. Principal: Jerrie Matuszak Lafayette Elementary School 3122 Madison St. SE, 541-967-4575 Principal: Jodi Smith Liberty Elementary School 2345 Liberty St. SW, 541-967-4578 Principal: Tracy Day North Albany Elementary 815 Thornton Lake Drive NW, 541-9674588 Principal: Kilee Sowa Oak Elementary School 3610 Oak St. SE, 541-967-4591 Principal: Kelly Bussard

Waverly Elementary School 425 Columbus St. SE, 541-967-4617 Principal: Anne Griffith

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS (Grades 3-8)

Timber Ridge School 541-704-1095 373 Brandis St. NE Principal: Jodi Dedera Assistant Principal: Jordan Radke

Harrisburg Junior High School 201 S. Sixth St., 541-995-6551 Principal: Josh Stauber Harrisburg High School 400 S. Ninth St., 541-995-6626 Principal: Josh Stauber

Memorial Middle School 1050 Queen Ave. SW, 541-967-4537 Principal: Ken Gilbert Assistant Principal: Stevie Drake

541-327-3337 1328 N. Second St. http://www.jefferson14j.com/ Superintendent: Brad Capener School year: First day of school for all grades is Sept. 5; last day for students is a half day June 11. The last day for students before winter break is Dec. 23, and classes resume Jan. 6. Spring break is the week of March 23. District enrollment 2018-19): approximately 825.

Calapooia Middle School 830 24th Ave. SE, 541-967-4555 Principal: Tristan Heisley Assistant Principal: George Sanchez

North Albany Middle School 1205 North Albany Road, 541-967-4541 Principal: Stephanne Seals Assistant Principal: Amy Wright

HIGH SCHOOLS

Periwinkle Elementary School 2196 21st Ave. SE, 541-967-4600 Principal: Chaundra Smith

South Albany High School 3705 Columbus St. SE, 541-967-4522 Principal: Nate Munoz

Albany Options School 701 19th Ave. SE, 541-967-4563 Principal: John Hunter

South Shore Elementary School 910 Bain St. SE, 541-967-4604 Principal: Marcia Beltran

West Albany High School 1130 Queen Ave. SW, 541-967-4545 Principal: Susie Orsborn

Sunrise Elementary School 730 19th Ave. SE, 541-967-4608 Principal: Bob Daugherty

Harrisburg School District

Harrisburg Elementary 642 Smith St., 541-995-6544 Principal: Darrick Bruns

MIDDLE SCHOOLS

The Groves (Oak Grove Intermediate) 1500 Oak Grove Drive NW, 541-9674596 Principal: Jerrie Matuszak

Takena Elementary School (grades K-2) 1210 12th Ave. SW., 541-967-4613

academic calendar. Classes run Monday through Thursday, beginning Sep. 3, except for weeks with Monday holidays, in which case classes operate on Fridays. The last day for students before the summer break will be June 11. The last day for students for winter break is Dec. 23 and the first day back is Jan. 6. Spring break, week of March 23. District enrollment (2018-19): Approximately 809.

541-995-6626 865 LaSalle St. www.harrisburg.k12.or.us Superintendent: Bryan Starr School year: Harrisburg is on a four-day

Jefferson School District

Jefferson Elementary School 615 N. Second St., 541-327-3337 (Option 4) Principal: Chris Sullivan Jefferson Middle School 1344 N. Second St., 541-327-3337 (Option 5) Principal: Scott Jantzi Jefferson High School 2200 Talbot Road, 541-327-3337 (Ext. 300) Principal: Cathy Emmert Vice Principal: Blane Lazar

OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

EDUCATION Lebanon Community Schools

541-451-8511 485 S. Fifth St. www.lebanon.k12.or.us Interim Superintendent: Bo Yates School year: Sept. 4-June 11. Winter break is Dec. 23-Jan. 3. Spring break is the week of March 23. Early release days for teacher planning will be every Wednesday, except for at Lebanon High School, which will hold them every other Wednesday. District enrollment (2019-20): approximately 4,200, which includes Sand Ridge Charter School. Open enrollment takes place every year, with applications due June 1. During open enrollment, students may choose to attend any school in the district as long as there is room. Students within a school’s attendance boundary get first priority. Transportation outside the student’s neighborhood school is the parents’ responsibility. Sand Ridge Charter School is part of the Lebanon district; however, it has a separate board of directors and its own admittance process. For information, call 541-258-2416 or 541-258-5550.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

500 N. Fifth St., 541-451-8487 Principal: Tonya Cairo

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Seven Oak Middle School 550 Cascade Drive, 541-451-8416 Principal: Mike Hillman

HIGH SCHOOL

Lebanon High School 1700 S. Fifth St., 541-451-8555 Principal: Craig Swanson Associate Principal: Angela Landy, Kraig Hoene, Chrissy Shanks

Scio School District

503-394-3261 38875 NW First Ave. www.scio.k12.or.us Superintendent: Gary Tempel School year: Sept. 3 to June 11. Winter break is Dec. 23 through Jan. 31; Spring break is the week of March 23. District enrollment (2019-20): about 650. Students in grades 1-8 can apply to attend Lourdes Charter School, 39059 Jordan Road, Scio, 503-394-3340. Centennial Elementary School 38875 NW First Ave., 503-394-3265 Principal: Amber Eaton

Cascades School 2163 Seventh St., 541-451-8524 Principal: Ryan Christner

Scio Middle School 38875 NW First Ave., 503-394-3271 Principal: Greg Nolan

Green Acres School 700 S. 10th St., 541-451-8534 Principal: Amanda Plummer

Scio High School 38880 N. Main St., 503-394-3276 Principal: Danielle Blackwell

Riverview School 1011 Mountain River Drive, 541-451-8451 Principal: Joe Vore

Sweet Home School District

K-8 SCHOOLS

Hamilton Creek School 32135 Berlin Road, 541-451-8574 Principal: Jordon Ford Lacomb School 34110 E. Lacomb Road, 541-451-8565 Principal: Whitney Connolly Pioneer School OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

541-367-7126 1920 Long St. www.sweethome.k12.or.us Superintendent: Tom Yahraes School year: The last day for students before summer break is June 11. The last day for students before winter break is Dec. 20 and classes resume Jan. 6; Spring break is the week of March 23. Sweet Home has resumed a five-day academic calendar.

District enrollment (2019-20): 2,300, including Sweet Home Charter School. The charter school is a part of the district and can be reached by calling 541367-1833.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Foster Elementary 5526 Poplar St., 541-367-7180 Principal: Luke Augsburger Hawthorne Elementary 3205 Long St., 541-367-7167 Principal: Barbi Riggs Holley Elementary 40336 Crawfordsville Drive, 541-3677162 Principal: Josh Dargis Oak Heights Elementary 605 Elm St., 541-367-7165 Principal: Todd Barrett

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Sweet Home Junior High 880 22nd Ave., 541-367-7187 Principal: Colleen Henry

HIGH SCHOOL

Sweet Home High School 1641 Long St., 541-367-7142 Principal: Ralph Brown Assistant Principal: Chris Hiaasen

Linn County - Private

Albany Christian School 541-928-1110 420 Third Ave. SE www.albanychristian.org Principal: Doug Tharp Preschool director: Lisa Schoen School year: Starts Sept. 4, last day June 4. Major breaks follow Albany public schools. Grades: Preschool to 8. Enrollment (2019): 301 in grades PreK-8. East Linn Christian Academy 36883 Victory Drive, Lebanon Middle/High School: 541-451-1076 Elementary: 541-259-2304 Administration: 541-259-2324 53

EDUCATION Superintendent: Janelle Detweiler Dean of Education: DeeDee Collins Middle/High Principal: Jon Bartlow Elementary Principal: Kim Bates www.eastlinnchristian.org School year: Last day of school for students is June 5. Spring break is the week of March 23. Major breaks usually follow Lebanon public schools. Grades: preschool-12th. Enrollment (approximate): 390. Central Valley Christian School 541-928-7820 31630 Highway 34, Tangent www.cvcs.edu Principal: Les Kelley School year: Last day for students is June 12. Breaks generally follow Albany Public Schools. Grades: Preschool to 8 Enrollment (approximate): 45 Jefferson Christian School 541-327-3161 15002 Jefferson Highway 99E SE https://www.jbc.church/jcs Principal: Janet Lee School year: School days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the 4-yearold preschool. Last day of school is May 29. Major breaks generally follow Jefferson public schools. Enrollment (approximate): 10 Standard Christian School 541-981-9887 230 Pine St. SE, Albany Email: njohnson@scsfamily.com www.standardchristian.com Principal: Nathaniel Johnson School year: Runs on a four-day academic week, Monday through Thursday. Classes end June6. Major breaks usually follow Greater Albany Public Schools. Grades: K to 12 Enrollment (projected): Approximately 31 Sundborn Children’s House Montessori Independent School 541-924-9480 1015 7th Ave. SE, Albany Email: info@sundborn.org Website: www.sundborn.org Secure, stable community offering a rich 54

research-proven early learning environment for children ages 2 ½ through 6.

Linn County - Charter

Lourdes School 503-394-3340 39059 Jordan Road, Scio www.lourdes.k12.or.us Administrator: Linda Duman. School year: The last day for students this year is June 11. Major breaks follow Scio Public Schools. Grades: K to 8. Enrollment: 49 Sand Ridge Charter Schools South Main Campus 541-451-5550 100 Sand Ridge Court, Lebanon Principal: Audrey Richards Grades: K-8 (plus private, tuition-funded preschool) Website: http://piecharters.k12.or.us/ SandRidgeSouthMain.htm School year: Classes dismiss June 4. \ Major breaks generally follow Lebanon public schools. Enrollment: 295 Sodaville Campus 541-258-2416 30581 Sodaville Mountain Home Road, Lebanon Principal: Cara Osborne Grades: K-8 Website: www.pieschools.info/SandRidgeSodaville School year: Classes dismiss June 4. Major breaks generally follow Lebanon public schools. Enrollment is determined by lottery; sign up for waiting list. Enrollment (estimated): 323 not counting preschool. Sweet Home Charter School 541-367-1833 28721 Liberty Road, Sweet Home Principal: Jeffery Tompkins Web: www.pieschools.info/ SweetHomeCharterSchool School year: The last day for students is June 4. Winter break is Dec. 20-Jan. 3 with classes resuming Jan. 6, and Spring break is the week of March 23.

The charter school serves kindergarten through sixth grade. Enrollment (estimated): 140.

Linn-Benton Community College 541-917-4999 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany, OR 97321 Web site: www.linnbenton.edu President: Dr. Greg Hamann

Linn-Benton Community College offers two-year associate degrees in a wide variety of programs including career and technical education, college transfer programs, and general education degrees. The college has seminars, workshops, professional development and customized training programs open to the community and businesses, along with personal enrichment and continuing education classes, adult basic education and GED courses. Established in 1967, LBCC is the sixth largest of Oregon’s 17 community colleges. The college serves more than 25,000 students each year. The 104acre Albany campus has a student run restaurant, café and cafeteria, and offers facilities for meetings and events. Collegiate sport teams include men and women’s basketball teams, women’s volleyball and baseball. The college’s 456-seat Russell Tripp Performance Center provides cultural enrichment to each year via plays, music and choral events, and speakers. The Tripp is available for rent as a public venue. Info at: linnbenton.edu/russelltripptheater LBCC campuses are located in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon and Sweet Home, and offer day and evening credit and non-credit classes, along with the Healthcare Occupations Center and Advanced Transportation Center in Lebanon. Admission is open. Support comes from state allocation, tuition and local property taxes. LBCC/OSU DEGREE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM: LBCC and Oregon State OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

EDUCATION University offer a Degree Partnership Program, giving students access to the benefits and classes at both colleges. For information contact LBCC Admissions, 541-917-4811, or at linnbenton.edu/degree-partnership. LBCC Community Education & Extended Learning offers a variety of enrichment and life-long learning classes held across Linn and Benton counties, such as: art, cooking, writing, physical fitness, photography, professional development, business training, foreign language, computer classes, drivers education, motorcycle safety and more. Classes are open to everyone. See the class schedule for details or call 541-917-4840. LBCC Business and Employer Services offers classes and support to local businesses and industry, both small and large. For more information, call 541917-4926. LBCC Small Business Development Center provides free business advising, workshops and support to small businesses. For more information, call 541917-4929. LBCC Family Resource and Education Center helps families connect to parenting education classes, access parenting support and provides personalized child care referrals. As the state-recognized Child Care Resource and Referral serving Linn and Benton Counties, Family Connections also supports child care providers with technical assistance and training to build and operate a successful business. LBCC Community Education & Extended Learning 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany, OR 97321 Phone: 541-917-4840 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MondayThursday); 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday LBCC Benton Center 757 NW Polk Ave., Corvallis, OR 97330 Phone: 541-757-8944 Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday LBCC Lebanon Center 44 Industrial Way, Lebanon, OR 97355 Phone: 541-259-5801 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (MondayThursday), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday LBCC Healthcare Occupations Center Health care program training 300 Mullins Drive, Lebanon, OR 97355 541-917-4923 LBCC Sweet Home Center 1661 Long St., Sweet Home, OR 97386 Phone: 541-367-6901 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (M-F) LBCC Advanced Transportation Technology Center Automotive Training Center 2000 W. Oak Street, Lebanon, Or. 97355 541-917-4506 Live and Learn with your Preschooler In a Cooperative Preschool, parents join the teacher in providing a positive learning environment for children ages 3-5. Children attend preschool for twoand-a-half hour sessions, two or three days per week (depending on the class), with parents taking turns assisting the teacher. Class activities are planned and parenting topics are discussed at parent meetings. Cooperative preschool by location include: Albany at Lafayette Elementary; Corvallis LBCC Benton Center and Scio Preschool. Information: https://www.linnbenton.edu/community-and-continuing-education/family-resource-and-education-center/ parenting-education/cooperative-preschools/ or call LBCC Family Connections, 541-917-4884.

Oregon State University

541-737-1000 (main switchboard) Main campus: Located in west and southwest Corvallis, between Western Boulevard and Monroe Avenue. www.oregonstate.edu President: Edward Ray Founded in 1868, Oregon State University is the state’s land grant university and is one of only two universities in the U.S. to have land, sea, space and sun grant designations. It is the only university in Oregon to have earned both Carnegie Classifications for Highest Research Activity and Community Engagement. Oregon State is the state’s largest university, welcoming a diverse student body of more than 31,000 students from

across Oregon, all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The 400-acre campus includes a National Historic District, the state’s only university campus on the National Register of Historic Places. As a premier international research university, with a record $441 million in external research funding in 2017, Oregon State has an impact that reaches across the state and beyond. With 11 colleges, the Honors College, the Graduate School, 15 Agricultural Experiment Stations, 35 county Extension offices, 15,000 acres of forestland, the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport and OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon State has a presence in all 36 counties, with a statewide economic impact of $2.32 billion. Oregon State offers more than 200 undergraduate degree programs, including nationally recognized programs in engineering, environmental sciences, forestry, marine sciences and agricultural sciences. Graduate students can choose from more than 100 programs, including masters, doctorate and first professional degrees. In addition, Oregon State’s topranked Ecampus offers more than 50 degree and certificate programs online. Oregon State has the state’s only College of Veterinary Medicine, its oldest College of Pharmacy and ROTC programs for the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines. FAST FACTS • Oregon State enrolled 32,111 students in fall 2019, including 24,672 in Corvallis, 1,204 at OSU-Cascades in Bend and 9,000 online students in Ecampus. • Of the fall 2017’s students, 83 percent were undergraduates, 17 percent were graduate students and professional students in the veterinary medicine and pharmacy programs. Men made up 53.3 percent of the student population, while women made up 46.7 percent. U.S. minority students, including African American, Native American, Hispanic and Asian American, made up 25 percent of the student body. • Academic Calendar: Oregon State’s academic year operates on a quarter system. Classes for 2019-20 begin as follows: fall term, Sept. 25; winter term, Jan. 6; spring term, March 30; and summer session, June 22. 55

EDUCATION • Tuition: An undergraduate Oregon resident would pay an estimated total of $27,915 in tuition for the 2019-20 academic year. An undergraduate nonresident would pay an estimated total of $47,415 in tuition for the 2019-20 academic year. Oregon residents may qualify for the Bridge to Success Program—more information can be found at scholarships.oregonstate.edu. • Admissions: The admissions process at Oregon State promotes student success by assessing student preparedness and academic potential in the context of each student’s personal experience. The priority admission deadline is Feb. 1. Basic considerations for admission are: • Strength of high school curriculum and academic performance • Insight Résumé responses • SAT or ACT exam results • Essay is not required, but is recommended for SAT tests taken in March 2016 and beyond. • Scholarships are available universitywide and in specific degree programs. Oregon State accepts transfer students with or without an associate of arts, associate of science, or Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree. Degree Programs Oregon State offers degree programs in 11 colleges, the Graduate School and the Honors College, one of the few degreegranting honors programs in the U.S. The 11 colleges are Agricultural Sciences; Business, Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences; Education; Engineering; Forestry; Liberal Arts; Pharmacy; Public Health and Human Sciences; Science; and Veterinary Medicine. Precollege Programs A variety of educational youth outreach school and summer programs for grades K-12 are available on campus. Info: 541737-9424, https://precollege.oregonstate.edu/. Athletics, other events Oregon State baseball won the College World Series for the fourth time in 2018, becoming the first team in the NCAA Super Regional era to win three titles. Coach Casey, completing 24 seasons 56

with the Beavers, retired at the end of the 2018 season, to be replaced by former Beaver and captain for Oregon State’s 2006 and 2007 College World Series champions, all-American pitcher Mitch Canham. Beaver football coach Jonathan Smith is in his second year as coach with 23 student-athletes making the 2018 Pac-12 Conference Academic Team and winning on the road for the first time since 2014. Coach Smith, a former quarterback for the Beavers, led the team to the 1999 Oahu Bowl and the 2001 Fiesta Bowl with a victory over Notre Dame and a No. 4 AP ranking. The women’s basketball team made it to the Sweet Sixteen 2018-19 season for the fourth time in program history. The Beavers have made it to the Elite Eight circle twice in program history and have one Final Four appearance. Oregon State gymnastics (22-9) finished its 2018-19 season ranked sixth in the NCAA Regional Championships, marking the highest finish and the best end to a season since earning fifth in 1995 and 1996. The men’s soccer team finished the 2018 season with a 11-6-3 record, making the NCAA tournament for the fourth time in program history. The OSU wrestling team, for the first time since 2013, placed two wrestlers on the podium at the 2018 NCAA Division Wrestling Championships. Oregon State offers hundreds of athletic, music, theater and other cultural events in Corvallis each year. The annual Dam Jam, Bard in the Quad, Family Weekends in the spring and fall and a variety of cultural nights are just some of the events on campus — many of which are free to enjoy. The university’s 150th anniversary, celebrated in 2018, included multiple events and festivals. Extended campus Oregon State Ecampus consistently ranks among the top online programs in the U.S. For the fifth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named Ecampus one of top 10 online bachelor’s degree programs in the nation. Ecampus offers more than 50 online degree and certificate programs, including more than 1,300 courses in nearly 110 subject areas. Ecampus serves distance learn-

ers from across Oregon and worldwide, including community college students, working and retired professionals, military personnel and high school students. Contact Oregon State Extended Campus at 541-737-9204 for more information about degree programs and course offerings or visit ecampus.oregonstate.edu. Visit Campus Oregon State hosts open house events in the Fall and Spring for prospective students and their families. To learn more about these events or plan a campus visit, call the Office of Admissions or visit admissions. oregonstate.edu. Important Numbers Admissions: 541-737-4411 OSU Alumni Association: 541-737-2351 Athletic Ticket Office: 541-737-4455 The Barometer: 541-737-3191 OSU Beaver Store: 541-737-4323 Career Development Center: 541-7374085 Diversity and Cultural Engagement: 541737-9030 Dixon Recreation Center: 541-737-3748 Educational Opportunities Program: 541-737-3628 Financial Aid and Scholarships: 541737-2241 Housing and Dining Services: 541-7374771 The LaSells Stewart Center: 541-7372402 Memorial Union: 541-737-2416 News and Research Communications: 541-737-0787 OSU Extension Service — Benton County: 541-713-5000 OSU Foundation: 541-737-4218 Public Safety/State Police: 541-7373010 Registrar’s Office: 541-737-4331 Transportation Services: 541-737-2583 Valley Library: 541-737-3331 Withycombe Theater Box Office: 541737-2784

Home schooling in Oregon

Oregon attendance law states that all children between the ages of 6 and 18 years are required to regularly attend school full-time (ORS 339.020(1)). StuOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

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Oregon State University president Ed Ray delivered the State of OSU address at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland on Thursday. - Photo by: Andy Cripe dents who are not attending public school often choose private school or home school (ORS 339.030). Oregon online public charter schools are part of the public school system, and are not considered home schooling. These public schools are tuition free, and the entire curriculum is provided. Private school attendance must include physically attending a private school. Students enrolled in a private school they do not physically attend (online or correspondence programs) are considered to be home schooling and parents must notify Linn Benton Lincoln ESD of their intention to home school. Home school is education provided in the home by the parent or guardian. Home school parents have the full responsibility for their student’s education, including all curriculum choices and record keeping. Each family may use whatever methods and curriculum they choose, but they must find and purchase OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

their materials on their own. If a student is being home schooled, then parents must notify LBL ESD of their intention to home school within 10 days of withdrawing your child from another school. To do so please contact the Home School office at 541-812-2687, homeschool@ lblesd.k12.or.us, www.lblesd.k12.or.us/ homeschool/notification/ As of June 2019, the number of homeschool students registered with the LBL in kindergarten through 12th grade was as follows: • Linn County – 975 • Benton County – 264 • Lincoln County – 363 Home-schooled students must take a test at the end of 3rd, 5th, 8th and 10th grade by Aug. 15. LBL ESD requests required test results from all students. Special testing rules exist for students with disabilities and students who wish to participate in interscholastic activities. There is no option to opt out of home school testing.

For questions about home schooling or more information about notification and testing, contact LBL Home School office at 541-812-2687, homeschool@lblesd. k12.or.us, or http://www.ohen.org/ or www.lblesd.k12.or.us/homeschool/.

Newspapers in Education

The Corvallis Gazette-Times, Albany Democrat-Herald, Philomath Express and the Lebanon Express participate in the nationwide Newspapers in Education program. More than 150 classrooms throughout the Willamette Valley participate at no cost. Teachers use the newspapers and their websites in a variety of subjects such as reading, math and science. NIE receives its funding through the generous support of local businesses, including the newspapers and donations from individuals. For information on NIE, visit https:// democratherald.com/forms/contact/ contact_nie/. 57

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Shelly Boshart Davis talks with Oregon Dairy Assoication’s Tammy Dennee after the first floor session of the Legislature. - Photo by: Mark Ylen

Voter Registration

Voter registration has never been easier. Online registration now is available via the Secretary of State’s website at https://sos. oregon.gov/voting/Pages/registration. aspx?lang=en. Forms are available at local libraries, in the Benton and Linn county courthouses or can be downloaded onto your computer from the Benton County Elections website at https://www.co.benton.or.us/elections. A link to online voter registration is available on the Linn County clerk’s site at http://www.co.linn.or.us/elections/. To be eligible to vote, a local citizen must be a resident of Oregon, a U.S. citizen and 18 years old by Election Day. The deadline to register to vote is the 21st day before each election. Registered voters must notify the county elections office if: • Their residence or mailing address changes; 58

• Their name changes; • They wish to change political party affiliation; • They want their ballot sent to an address other than the one where they reside. In November 1998, Oregon voters were the first in the nation to approve a measure to conduct all elections via vote-by-mail. The elections offices establish drop sites at locations where voters can leave completed ballots. The sites are publicized and are usually listed in the counties’ Voters’ Pamphlets, which are mailed three weeks prior to an election. The pamphlet also is available for download at: www.co.benton.or.us/elections/. A list follows of locations for the ballot drop-off sites in Benton and Linn counties. All locations are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., on Election Day. Not all drop site locations are open during all elections. Check online at www.

co.benton.or.us/elections/ or http:// www.co.linn.or.us/elections/ If you have election questions in Benton County, call the Elections Office at 541-766-6756, 541-766-6080 (TTY/TDD) or send an email to bcelections@co.benton.or.us. Answers to the most frequently asked questions about elections are available online at http://www. co.benton.or.us/elections/. In Linn County, call the Elections Office in the Linn County Courthouse at 541-967-3831 or go online to www.co.linn.or.us/.

Drop Boxes Benton County ALSEA

• John Boy’s Alsea Mercantile, 186 Main St., Alsea Located inside the Mercantile. Open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday; and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

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plegate St. 24-hour drop box near main

• Benton County Elections Office, basement of County Courthouse, Benton County Courthouse (Room 13) 120 NW Fourth St., Corvallis (Enter through Fourth Street entrance only) A 24-hour ballot drop box is available at 180 NW Fifth St., across the street from the back door of the Benton County Courthouse. • City Limits Market, 5800 NW Highway 99W, North Corvallis Located inside the market. Open 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and, 8 a.m. to 8:20 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. • Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. • Lincoln Health Center, 121 SE Viewmont Ave. 24-hour drop box in parking lot • Oregon State University Valley Library, Jefferson Avenue and Waldo Way, OSU campus, 121 Valley Library • LBCC Benton Center (when college is in session), 757 NW Polk Ave. • Wells Fargo Bank, Timberhill Shopping Center, 2543 NW Kings Blvd. • Benton County Courthouse, Courthouse lawn on Fourth Street, 120 NW Fourth St., Corvallis OR 97330 • Benton County Courthouse, accessible entrance on Fifth Street, 120 NW Fourth St., Corvallis OR 97330 • Benton County Courthouse, across the street on Fifth Street, 180 NW Fifth St., Corvallis OR 97330 • Benton County Sunset Building, 4077 SW Research Way, Corvallis OR 97333. Drop box in parking lot

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• Monroe Community Library, 380 N. Fifth St. 24-hour drive-through ballot drop site in parking lot

NORTH ALBANY

• North Albany Shopping Center, 621 Hickory Ave. NW 24-hour drop box in front of IGA Supermarket

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• Albany Public Library, 2450 14th St. SE • Linn County Courthouse, 300 Fourth Ave. SW. 24-hour drop-off ballot box at Fifth Avenue entrance

BROWNSVILLE

• Brownsville City Hall, 255 N. Main St.

HALSEY

• Halsey City Hall, 100 Halsey St.

HARRISBURG

• Harrisburg City Hall, 120 Smith St.

LEBANON

• Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St. • Lebanon Police Department, 40 N. Second St., Suite 100. 24-hour drop-off ballot box. • Linn County Sheriff, Lebanon Substation, 2590 S. Main St.

LYONS

• Lyons City Hall, 449 Fifth St.

MILL CITY

• City Hall, 444 S. First Ave.

MILLERSBURG

• Millersburg City Hall, 4222 Old Salem Road NE

• Scio City Hall, 38957 NW First Ave.

SWEET HOME

• Sweet Home Police Department, 1950 Main St. 24-hour ballot drop-off box • Sweet Home City Hall, 1140 12th Ave., Suite A

Benton County Governments

Board of Commissioners Building 541-766-6800

205 NW Fifth St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/boc Total number of full-time employees: 510 Budget for 2019-2021 (done biennially): $312 million Board of Commissioners Meetings are held the first and third Tuesday of the month at 205 NW Fifth St., in downtown Corvallis, unless otherwise noted. Members: Board of Commissioners office: 541-766-6800 • Pat Malone (Democrat), 541-766-6800, patrick.malone@co.benton.or.us • Xanthippe Augerot (Democrat), 541-7666800, xanthippe.augerot@co.benton.or.us • Annabelle Jaramillo (Democrat), 541-7666800, annabelle.e.jaramillo@co.benton.or.us County Staff: • County Administrator: Joe Kerby, 541766-6370, joe.kerby@co.benton.or.us • Community Development Director: Greg Verret, 541-766-6819, greg.j.verret@ co.benton.or.us • Chief Finance & Budget Officer: Mary Otley, 541-766-6767 • Natural Areas and Parks Director: Laurie Starha (interim), 541-766-6002, laurie. starha@co.benton.or.us • Director of Public Works: Gary Stockhoff, 541-766-6824, ext. 6010 • Assessor: Tami Tracy, 541-766-6665, tami.tracy@co.benton.or.us • District Attorney: John Haroldson, 541-7666815, john.m.haroldson@co.benton.or.us • Records and Elections Manager (county clerk): James Morales, 541-766-6831, james.v.morales@co.benton.or.us • Elections Supervisor: Jeff Doty, 541766-6834, jeff.doty@co.benton.or.us • Fairgrounds Director: Lynne McKee, 541766-6090, lynne.mckee@co.benton.or.us • Finance Manager/Treasurer: Mary Otley, 541-766-6767, mary.k.otley@co.benton.or.us • Health Director: Dawn Emerick, 541766-6835 • Community Health Centers Director: Sherlyn Dahl, 541-766-2131, Sherlyn. dahl@co.benton.or.us • Human Resources Manager: Tracy Martineau, 541-766-6081, tracy.martineau@ co.benton.or.us • Juvenile Department Director: Matt Wetherell, 541-766-6064, matt.wetherell@co.benton.or.us • Sheriff: Scott Jackson, 541-766-6858, scott.jackson@co.benton.or.us 59

OUR GOVERNMENT • County Counsel: Vance Croney, 5 4 1 - 7 6 6 - 6 8 9 0 ,v a n c e . m . c r o n e y @ co.benton.or.us • Benton County-OSU Extension Service leader: Richard Riggs, 541-766-3550 • Tax Collection: 541-766-6100 Commissions and Committees: The Benton County Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m., the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Benton County Sunset Building Sunset Meeting Room, 4077 SW Research Way, in Corvallis. The Benton County Budget Committee meets as needed to oversee scheduling and preparation of biennial or annual budget processes. For information on other volunteer advisory boards or committees contact Teresa Farley at 541-766-6890.

Benton County City Governments ADAIR VILLAGE

Adair Village City Hall 541-745-5507 6030 NE William R Carr Ave. Email: kathy.edmaiston@adairvillage.org Website: www.adairvillage.org Total number of full-time employees: 4.5 FTE Total budget for 2019-20: $2,858,927 Mayor • Bill Currier, 541-745-5507, bill.currier@ adairvillage.org City Council • Alan Rowe, 541-745-5507, alan.rowe@ adairvillage.org • Nicole Real, 541-745-5507, nicole.real@ adairvillage.org • Bret Ray, 541-745-5507, bret.ray@adairvillage.org The council meets at 6 p.m., the first Tuesday of each month. Commissions, Committees and Boards City Staff • City Administrator: Pat Hare, 541-7455507, pat.hare@adairvillage.org • Public Works Supervisor: Matt Lydon, 541-745-5507, matt.lydon@adairvillage. org The Planning Commission meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m., and the Budget Committee meets as needed.

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541-766-6901 501 SW Madison Ave., Second Floor www.corvallisoregon.gov Total number of full-time equivalent employees: 420 Operating Budget for 2019-20: $169,124,700 2019-20 Mayor • Biff Traber 541-766-6901 (office) Email: mayor@council.corvallisoregon.gov City Council The council meets at 6:00 p.m., on the first and third Mondays of each month in the upstairs meeting room of the downtown fire station, 400 NW Harrison Blvd. Public hearings are held at 7:30 p.m. The public can write to any councilor at P.O. Box 1083, Corvallis, OR 97339, or fax them at 541-766-6780. Anyone wishing to offer public input on current Council business is encouraged to use the online form available at www.corvallisoregon.gov/publicinput. Email contacts by ward and the city message numbers with the 766 prefix can be used to contact the current councilor. All email correspondence is public record and emails sent to the Mayor and City Council are available for inspection by the public. Councilors serve two-year terms. 2019-2020 Council Members • Ward 1: Jan Napack, 541-766-6491 (message), ward1@council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 2: Charles Maughan, 541-7666492 (message), ward2@council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 3: Hyatt Lytle, 541-766- 6493 (message), 541-760-6274 (mobile), ward3@council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 4: Barbara Bull, 541-766-6494 (message), 541-752-0743 (home), ward4@ council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 5: Charlyn Ellis, 541-766-6495 (message), 541-754-6783 (home); ward5@ council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 6: Nancy Wyse, 541-766-6496 (message), 541-514-6399 (mobile), ward6@council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 7: Vacant, 541-766-6497 (message), ward7@council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 8: Ed Junkins, 541-766-6498 (message), ward8@council.corvallisoregon.gov • Ward 9: Andrew Struthers, 541-7666499 (message), ward9@council.corvallisoregon.gov

Council Work Sessions In addition to regular meetings, the council also meets in work sessions at 4 p.m., on the Thursday following regular Council meetings. These are informal meetings scheduled to discuss subjects in depth. Typically, decisions aren’t made during work sessions, but decisions may be made on a case-by-case basis as needed. Community comments are accepted at the end of each work session. Commissions, Committees and Boards The boards and commissions serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council. Members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Information about each board and commission, including a list of members, is available on the City’s website. www.corvallisoregon.gov/boards City Management/Staff: • City Manager: Mark Shepard, 541-7666901, city.manager@corvallisoregon.gov • City Recorder: Carla Holzworth, 541766-6901, carla.holzworth@corvallisoregon.gov • City Attorneys: Jim Brewer, David Coulombe, Scott Fewel 541-766-6901 City Departments: (A list of department websites is available at www.corvallisoregon.gov) • Community Development Director: Paul Bilotta; 541-766-6981, paul.bilotta@corvallisoregon.gov • Fire Department: Ken McCarthy, Fire Chief; 541-766-6961, ken.mccarthy@ corvallisoregon.gov • Finance Director: Nancy Brewer; 541-7666990, nancy.brewer@corvallisoregon.gov • Human Resources Director: Mary Beth Altmann Hughes; 541-766-6902, marybeth.altmannhughes@corvallisoregon.gov • Information Technology Director: Michael Livingston; 541-766-6974, michael. livingston@corvallisoregon.gov • Library Director: Ashlee Chavez; 541-7666910, ashlee.chavez@corvallisoregon.gov • Parks and Recreation Director: Karen Emery; 541-766-6918, karen.emery@ corvallisoregon.gov • Police Department: Jon Sassaman, police chief; 541-766-6791, jon.sassaman@ corvallisoregon.gov • Public Works Director: Mary Steckel; 541766-6916, mary.steckel@corvallisoregon.gov Corvallis Municipal Court 541-766-6948 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

OUR GOVERNMENT Central Park Municipal Building 560 SW Madison Ave. Judge: Chris Dunfield

MONROE

Monroe City Hall 541-847-5175 664 Commercial St. Total number of full-time employees: 3 Total budget for 2019-20: $2,172,329 Mayor • Paul Canter, 541-847-5175, paul.canter@ci.monroe.or.us City Council The council meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in City Hall and as needed. Council Members • Jeanni Cuthbertson, 541 847-5175 jeanni. cuthbertson@ci.monroe.or.us • Brian Greene, 541 847 5175 brian. greene@ci.monroe.or.us • Floyd Billings, 541 847 5175 floyd.billings@ci.monroe.or.us • Frank Thayer, 541 847 5175 frank.thayer@ ci.monroe.or.us • Lonnie Koroush, 541-847-5175, lonnie. koroush@ci.monroe.or.us • Cindy Canter, 541-847-5175, Cindy. Canter@ci.monroe.or.us Commissions, Committees and Boards: The Planning Commission meets the first Monday of every month. The Budget Committee meets as needed. The Beautification Committee meets on the third Wednesday at 4 p.m. The Public Works Committee meets on the first Friday at 4pm. City Staff • City Administrator: Rick A. Hohnbaum • City Finance Staff: Tracy Jansen • Public Works: Steve Wyman

PHILOMATH

Philomath City Hall 541-929-6148 980 Applegate St. P.O. Box 400 www.ci.philomath.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 24.5 Total budget for 2019-20: $13,601,879.00 Mayor • Eric Niemann: 541-929-6148, eric.niemann@philomathoregon.gov City Council: The council meets at 7 p.m., the second OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

and fourth Monday of the month in the council chambers in City Hall. Councilors serve two-year terms. The council meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month and at 7 p.m. as needed on the fourth Monday of the month in the City Hall Council Chambers. The Mayor and Councilors serve two-year terms. Council Members: • Vacant: Ruth Causey, 541-929-6148, ruth.causey@philomathoregon.gov • Doug Edmonds: 541-929-6148, Doug. Edmonds@philomathoregon.gov • Chas Jones: 541-929-6148, chas.jones@ philomathoregon.gov • David Low: 541-609-0354, David.Low@ philomathoregon.gov • Matthew Thomas: 541-929-6148, matthew.thomas@philomathoregon.gov • Vacant: 541-929-6148 Commissions, Committees and Boards: • Budget Committee: Meet minimum of three times per year beginning in April. • Planning Commission: Meets at 7 p.m., on third Monday of the month, as needed, in City Hall Council Chambers. • Other committees: Finance/Administration, Police Committee, Public Works Committee • Park Advisory Board: Meets at 5 p.m., on first Tuesday of each month in the City Hall Council Chambers. City Staff: • City Manager: Chris Workman, 541929-6148 • City Recorder: Ruth Post, 541-929-6148 • City Finance Director: Joan Swanson, 541-929-3001 • Police Chief: Ken Rueben, 541-929-6911 • Public Works Director: Kevin Fear, 541929-3579

Linn County Governments

541-967-3825 Linn County Courthouse 300 Fourth Ave. SW, Albany www.co.linn.or.us Total number of employees: About 649 FTE Budget for 2019-20: $156 million Board of Commissioners: The board meets at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday and Wednesday in Room 200 of the Court-

house, except for the third Wednesday of the month, when the meeting begins at 9 a.m. Members • Roger Nyquist (Republican), 541-9673825; rnyquist@co.linn.or.us • John Lindsey (Republican), 541-9673825; jlindsey@co.linn.or.us • Will Tucker (Republican), 541-9673825; wtucker @co.linn.or.us County Staff • Administrative Officer: Ralph Wyatt, 541-967-3825; rwyatt@co.linn.or.us • Assessor: Andy Stevens, 541-967-3808; astevens@co.linn.or.us • Clerk: Steve Druckenmiller, 541-9673831; sdruckenmiller@co.linn.or.us • District Attorney: Doug Marteeny, 541967-3836; dmarteeny@co.linn.or.us • Health Administrator: Todd Noble, 541967-6916 x2894; tnoble@co.linn.or.us • Juvenile Director: Torri Lynn, 541-9673853; tlynn@co.linn.or.us • Parks and Recreation Director: Brian Carroll, 541-967-3917; bcarroll@co.linn. or.us • Roadmaster: Darrin Lane, 541-9673919; dlane@co.linn.or.us • Surveyor: Thomas J. Casey, 541-9673857; tjcasey@co.linn.or.us • Treasurer: Michelle Hawkins, 541-9673861; mhawkins@co.linn.or.us

Linn County City Governments ALBANY

Albany City Hall 541-917-7500 333 Broadalbin St. SW www.cityofalbany.net Total number of full-time employees: Approximately 379 Total budget for 2019-20: $96,753,600 Mayor • Sharon Konopa, 541-791-0300; sharon. konopa@cityofalbany.net City Council The council meets at 7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month and 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday of weeks when regular council meetings are scheduled, at City Hall. Council Members: 61

OUR GOVERNMENT • Ward I-A: *Dick Olsen, 541-926-7348 (home); rsolsen@proaxis.com • Ward I-B: Mike Sykes, 541-936-0654 (home); pfcollins@comcast.net • Ward II-A: Alex Johnson II, 541-7305064 (home); alex.johnson2@cityofalbany.net • Ward II-B: Bill Coburn, 541-928-0649 (home); bcoburncc@gmail.com • Ward III-A: Bessie Johnson, 541-7912494 (home); bessie.johnson@cityofalbany.net • Ward III-B: Rich Kellum, 541-791-0158 (home); rich.kellum@cityofalbany.net Commissions, Committees and Boards • Airport Advisory Commission: Meets at 3:30 p.m., the third Thursday of the month at City Hall Santiam Room. • Albany Development Code (ADC) Amendments Task Force: Noon, location and dates TBD. • Albany Revitalization Agency (ARA): Meets following CARA Advisory Board meeting, the third Thursday of the month at City Hall. • Albany-Millersburg Joint Water/Wastewater Management Committee: Meet as needed at City Hall. • Arts Commission: Meets at 3:30 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at City Hall. • Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission: Meets at 7 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month at City Hall. • Central Albany Revitalization Area (CARA) Advisory Board: Meets at 5:15 p.m., third Wednesday of every month at City Hall. • City Tree Commission: Meets at 3 p.m., third Thursday of the month at City Hall. • Community Development Commission: Meets at noon the third Monday of the month at City Hall. • Hearings Board: Meets at 4 p.m., Thursday, when needed at City Hall. • Human Relations Commission: Meets at 7 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month at City Hall. • Landmarks Advisory Commission: Meets at 6 p.m., first Wednesday of the month at City Hall. • Library Board: Meets at 5 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month at the Main Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E. • Parks and Recreation Commission: Meets at 6 p.m., first Wednesday of the month at City Hall. 62

• Planning Commission: Meets at 5:15 p.m., on Monday (as needed) at City Hall. • Public Safety Commission: Meets 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at various locations. • Traffic Safety Commission: Meets at 10 a.m. the first Monday of even-numbered months at City Hall. • Transient Lodging Tax (TLT) Advisory Committee: Meetings to begin Sep. 2018, when needed at City Hall City Staff • City Manager: Peter Troedsson, 541-917-7501 • Deputy City Manager/CIO (Economic Development, IT, Urban Renewal): Jorge Salinas, 541-704-2304 • Finance Director: Jeanna Yeager, 541-917-7521 • Public Works Director, operations: Chris Bailey, 541-917-7629 • Public Works Director, engineering and community development: Jeff Blaine, 541917-7637 • Police Chief: Mario Lattanzio, 541-917-7680 • Fire Chief: Shane Wooten, 541-917-7701 • Library Director: Ed Gallagher, 541-917-7580 • Parks & Recreation Director: Kim Lyddane, 541-917-7777 • Human Resources Director: Danette Jamison, 541-917-7506

BROWNSVILLE

Brownsville City Hall 541-466-5880 255 N. Main St. Email: admin@ci.brownsville.or.us www.ci.brownsville.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 7 Total budget for 2019-20: $2,336,300 Mayor • Don Ware, 541-466-5311 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m., fourth Tuesday of each month. To be placed on the agenda or to speak to a council member, call 541-466-5666. Council Members Tricia Thompson Mike Neddeau Doug Block Lynda Chambers Carla Gerber Dave Hansen Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets on the second and fourth Monday of the month as needed at 7 p.m., at City Hall.

City Staff • City Administrator: Scott McDowell, 541-466-5666, admin@ci.brownsville. or.us • Public Works Superintendent: Karl Frink, 541-466-3381, publicworks@ ci.brownville.or.us • Court Administrator: Carol Humpreys, 541-466-5666, court@ci.brownsville.or.us • Administrative Assistant: Elizabeth Coleman, 541-466-5666, assistant@ ci.brownsville.or.us

HALSEY

Halsey City Hall 541-369-2522 100 W. Halsey St., P.O. Box 10 Email: cityrecorder@cityofhalsey.com www.cityofhalsey.com Total number of full-time employees: 5 FTEs Total budget for 2017-18: $2 million Mayor • Jerry Lachenbruch City Council The council meets at 7 p.m., second Tuesday of each month. To speak to a council member, call 541-369-2522. Council Members • Greg Chamberlain • Jerry Gillson • Michelle Isom • Rella Johnson • Ken Lorensen • Lee Skinner City Staff • City Administrator: Hilary Norton, hilary@cityofhalsey.com • Public Works Director: Andy Ridinger, andy@cityofhalsey.com • Utility Plant Worker: Randy McMillen, randy@cityofhalsey.com • Assistant City Recorder: Larissa Gangle, larissa@cityofhalsey.com • Librarian: Jorden Parrish, library@ cityofhalsey.com

HARRISBURG

Harrisburg City Hall 541-995-6655 120 Smith St., PO Box 378 Email: meldridge@ci.harrisburg.or.us www.ci.harrisburg.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 16 FTE (9) Total budget for 2019-20: About $8 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

OUR GOVERNMENT Mayor • Robert Duncan, 541-995-6655 City Council The council meets at 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at City Hall. To contact councilors, call City Hall at 995-6655. Council Members • Michael Caughey (Council President) • Kim Downey • Robert Boese • Adam Keaton • Charlotte Thomas • Spencer Tucker (Youth Advisor) Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m., third Tuesday of each month at City Hall. City Staff • City Administrator: Brian Latta, blatta@ ci.harrisburg.or.us • Public Works Director: Chuck Scholz, cscholz@ci.harrisburg.or.us • Public Works Foreman: Rick Nelson, rnelson@ci.harrisburg.or.us • City Recorder: Michele Eldridge, meldridge@ci.harrisburg.or.us • Finance Officer: Tim Gaines, tgaines@ ci.harrisburg.or.us • Utility Billing Supervisor/Court Clerk/ Code Enforcement: Lori Ross, lross@ ci.harrisburg.or.us • Utility Billing Clerk: Patsy VanLeeuwen, pVanLeeuwen@ci.harrisburg.or.us • Utility Billing Clerk: Andrea Ceniga, aceniga@ci.harrisburg.or.us • Librarian: Cheryl Spangler, cspangler@ ci.harrisburg.or.us • H.A.R.T. (family resource center) Director: Maggie Cooley, 541-995-7700, admin@hartcommunitycenter.org

JEFFERSON

Jefferson City Hall 541-327-2768 150 N. Second St., PO Box 83 Email: jeffersonrecorder@peak.org www. jeffersonoregon.org Total number of full-time employees: 6 Total budget for 2019-20: $16,240,266 Mayor • Mike Myers City Council The council meets at 6:30 p.m., second Thursday for a work session and at 6:30 p.m., fourth Thursday of the month at City Hall. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Council Members • Dave Beyerl • Rob Rossiter • David Watkins • Audrey Webster • Walter Perry • Edna Camau Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 6:30 p.m., first and third Thursday of the month at City Hall as needed City Staff • City Planner: Lissa Davis, 541-327-2768 ext. 303 • Fire Chief: Kevin Hendricks, 541-327-2822 • Police: Marion County Sheriff’s Office, 503-588-5032 • Public Works Director: Jeff Buskirk, 541-327-1135 • City Recorder: Sarah Cook, 541-3272768, ext. 304 • Deputy City Recorder: Deanna Donato, 541-327-2769, ext. 302 • City Clerk: Brianna Hutley, 541-3272769 ext. 302

LEBANON

Lebanon City Hall 541-258-4900 925 Main St. Email: Lmatthewsbock@ci.lebanon.ur.us www.ci.lebanon.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 97 Total budget for 2019-20: $65,250,048 Mayor • Paul Aziz City Council The council meets at 6 p.m., second Wednesday of each month and the fourth Wednesday, as needed at the Santiam Travel Station, 750 Third St. To speak to a council member, call 541-258-4904. Council Members • Wayne Rieskamp (Ward 1) • Robert Furlow (Ward 1) • Rebecca Grizzle (Ward 2) • Karin Stauder (Ward 2) • Michelle Steinhebel (Ward 3) • Jason Bolen (Ward 3) Commissions, Committees and Boards Planning Commission Meets at 6:30 p.m., third Wednesday of the month as needed at the Santiam Travel Station. City Staff • Interim City Manager: Ron Whitlatch,

541-258-4253 • City Attorney: Tre Kennedy, 541-258-4205 • City Clerk: Kim Schaefer, 541-258-4905 • Finance Director: Matt Apken, 541-258-4212 • Assistant Finance Director: Tina Huff, 541-258-4212 • Library Director: Kendra Antila, 541-258-4232 • Community Development Director: Kelly Hart, 541-258-4252 • Police Chief: Frank Stevenson, 541-258-4312 • Senior Services Director: Kindra Oliver, 541-258-4222 • Engineering Services Director: Ron Whitlatch, 541-258-4269 • Maintenance Operations Director: Jason Williams, 541-258-4280

LYONS

Lyons City Hall 503-859-2167 449 Fifth St. Email: cityoflyons@wavecable.com www.cityoflyons.org Total number of full-time employees: 3 Total budget for 2019-20: $91,088,195 Mayor • Lloyd Valentine • City Council The council meets at 6:30 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month at City Hall. The Planning Commission meets at 6 p.m., second Tuesday of the month, as needed, at City Hall. Council Members • Troy Donohue • Jessica Ritchie • Mark Orr • Mike Wagner City Staff • City Recorder: Micki Valentine • Assistant City Recorder: Carol Hendricks • Librarian: Brenda Harris • Library Aide: Nikki Stifel • Public Works: Richard Berkey; Darrell Ritchie

MILLERSBURG

Millersburg City Hall 541-928-4523 4222 NE Old Salem Road Email: info@cityofmillersburg.org www.cityofmillersburg.org Total number of full-time employees: 4 Total budget for 2018-19: $9,248,252 63

OUR GOVERNMENT Mayor • Jim Lepin, 541-926-8841 City Council The council meets at 7:30 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at City Hall. Council Members • Scott Cowan • Scott McPhee • Dave Harms • Don Miller City Staff • City Manager: Kevin Kreitman, kkreitman@cityofmillersburg.org • Assistant City Manager/City Engineer: Janelle Booth, jbooth@cityofmillersburg.org • City Recorder: Kimberly Wollenburg, kwollenb@cityofmillersburg.org • Deputy City Recorder: Jake Gabell, jgabell@cityofmillersburg.org

SCIO

Scio City Hall 503-394-3342 38957 NW First Ave. Email: scio@smt-net.com www.ci.scio.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 3 Total budget for 2019-20: $2,421,581 Mayor • Chadd Weaver City Council The council meets at 7 p.m., second Monday of the month at City Hall, and the fourth Monday, if needed. Council Members • Dennis Thomas • Tom Meyer • Debbie Nuber • Joey Ferguson • Karen Eckhart • Tom Gray Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at City Hall. City Staff • City Manager: Ginger Allen • Administrative Assistant: Cathy Martin • Librarian: LaVonne Murray • Public Works: Ko Knurowski; Matt Winans

SODAVILLE

Sodaville City Hall 541-258-8882 30723 Sodaville Road Email: sodaville@cityofsodaville.org www.cityofsodaville.org Total number of full-time employees: 2 64

Total budget for 2019-20: $217,014.09 Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday Mayor • Suzie Hibbert City Council The council meets at 7 p.m., third Thursday of the month at City Hall. Council Members • Ray Jackman • Roger Perry • Jeff Hensley • Anthony Morelos City Staff • City Administrator: Judy Smith • Public Works Director: Stanley Smith

SWEET HOME

Sweet Home City Hall 541-367-8969 3225 Main St. https://www.sweet-home.or.us/ Total number of full-time employees: 65 FTE Total budget for 2019-20: $19,348,466 Mayor • Greg Mahler City Council The council meets at 6:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday of the month in the City Hall annex behind City Hall. Council Members • Diane Gerson • James Goble • Dave Trask • Lisa Gourley • Susan Coleman • Cortney Nash Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m., first Monday of each month at the City Hall annex. The Park and Tree Committee meets at 8:30 a.m., third Wednesday of each month at City Hall. Library Board meets at 4:30 p.m., second Thursday each month at the library, 1101 13th Ave. Budget Committee meets several times in April and May each year. City Staff • City Manager: Ray Towry, 541-367-8969 • Finance Director: Brandon Neish, 541367-5128 • Public Works Director: Greg Springman, 541-367-6359 Library Director: Rose Peda, 541-367-5007

• Police Chief: Jeff Lynn, 541-367-5181

TANGENT

Tangent City Offices Bass Estate 541-928-1020 32166 Old Oak Drive Email: georgia@cityoftangent.org Cut www.cityoftangent.org Total number of full-time employees: 2.25 FTE Total budget for 2019-20: $3,590,921 Mayor • Loel Trulove City Council The council meets the second Monday of each month at the Bass Estate. Meeting times vary. Council Members • Brad Tedrow • Greg Jones • Carol Korn • Chris Labelle City Staff • City Manager: Georgia Edwards • Finance and Budget Director: Bev Manfredo

WATERLOO

Waterloo City Hall 541-451-2245 31140 First St. P.O. Box 1066 Lebanon, OR 97355 Email: main@WaterlooOR.com Total number of full-time employees: 1 part-time employee Total budget for 2018-19: About $70,951 Mayor • Justin Cary City Council The council meets at 7 p.m., the second Tuesday of each month at City Hall. Council Members • Earlene Little (Council President) • Jim Cripe • Kevin Faulk • Mike Fry • Dennis Scott (Enforcement Officer) • Allen Shearer (Street Master) City Staff • City Recorder/Treasurer: Catherine Nelson, CMC

State Officials

The Oregon Legislature includes 30 state senators and 60 state representatives. Senators are elected to serve four-year OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

OUR GOVERNMENT terms. Members of the Oregon House of Representatives serve two-year terms. The Legislature convenes annually in February at the Capitol in Salem to balance the state budget and to make or amend laws. Sessions may not exceed 160 in odd-numbered years and 35 days in even numbered years. Five-day extensions are allowed by a two-thirds vote in each house. In odd-numbered years, the Legislature also meets on the second Monday in January to swear in newly-elected members, begin introducing bills and conduct other business. Legislators can call special sessions in the interim between assemblies to deal with a fiscal crisis or other urgent state business.

DISTRICT 10

• David Gomberg, D-Central Coast District 10 consists of portions of Lincoln and portions of Lane, Polk, Tillamook and Yamhill counties, including the cities of Newport, Toledo and Waldport. 541-921-2038 Capitol address: 503-986-1410 900 Court St., NE, H-471 Salem, OR 97301 Email: Rep.DavidGomberg@oregonlegislature.gove www.oregonlegislature.gov/Gomberg

DISTRICT 15

• Shelly Boshart Davis, R-Albany Rep. Boshart Davis serves part of Linn County stretching into Benton County northwest of Corvallis. P.O. Box 891 Albany, OR 97321 541-967-6576 Capitol address: 503-986-1415 900 Court St. NE, H-478 Salem, OR, 97301 Email: Rep.ShellyBoshartDavis@ oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/boshartdavis

DISTRICT 16

• Dan Rayfield, D-Corvallis District 16 consists of Benton County and nearly all of Corvallis and Philomath. 541-740-7744 Capitol address: 503-986-1416 900 Court St. NE, H-286 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Salem, OR 97301 Email: rep.danrayfield@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/rayfield

DISTRICT 17

• Sherrie Sprenger, R-Scio District 17 consists of portions of Linn and Marion counties. 503-986-1417 900 Court St. NE, H-388 Salem, OR 97301 Email: Rep.SherrieSprenger@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/Sprenger

DISTRICT 23

• Mike Nearman, R-Independence District 23 encompasses rural Polk County, including Dallas and Falls City, and parts of rural Linn County. Capitol address: 503-986-1423 900 Court St. NE, H-378 Salem, OR 97301 Email: rep.mikenearman@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/nearman

State Senators DISTRICT 8

• Sara Gelser, D-Corvallis District 8 consists of parts of Benton and Linn counties, including the cities of Albany, Corvallis, Philomath, Millersburg and Tangent. Capitol address: 503-986-1708 900 Court St. NE, S-405 Salem, OR 97301 Email: Sen.SaraGelser@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/Gelser

DISTRICT 12

Brian Boquist, R-Dallas District 12 consists of parts of Benton, Linn, Polk, Marion and Yamhill counties including the towns of Monroe, Jefferson, Halsey and Harrisburg. Capitol address: 503-986-1712 900 Court St. NE, S-311 Salem, 97301 Email: Sen.BrianBoquist@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/boquist

Governor

Kate Brown (Democrat) 503-378-4582 160 State Capitol 900 Court St. NE, Suite 254 Salem, OR 97310 www.oregon.governor.gov

Oregon’s Capitol

Oregon’s Capitol building, 900 Court St. NE, in downtown Salem, is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. Tours are available, but the hours and dates are subject to change according to the season and whether the Legislature is in session. In general, they are available on the hour from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., meeting in the Rotunda. To schedule a tour of the Capitol, call 503-986-1388. For a wealth of information about Oregon government, state agencies, taxes and history online, see www.oregonlegislature.gov or http://bluebook.state. or.us.

Public Safety

LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES

Albany Police Department 541-917-7680 2600 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany www.cityofalbany.net/departments/police Police Chief: Mario Lattanzio Email: Mario.Lattanzio@cityofalbany.net Benton County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center 541-766-6858 180 NW Fifth St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff Facebook: www.facebook.com/BentonCoSheriff Twitter: @BentonCoSheriff Sheriff: Scott Jackson Email: Scott.Jackson@co.benton.or.us Undersheriff: Greg Ridler Email: greg.ridler@co.benton.or.us Law Enforcement Division 541-766-6858 180 NW Fifth St., Corvallis Monroe Law Enforcement All 911 calls for service in Monroe go to the 65

OUR GOVERNMENT Benton County Sheriff’s Office. Monroe also contracts with the Junction City Police Department, with officers doing traffic patrol and code enforcement in Monroe. Benton County Jail 541-766-6866 190 NW Fourth St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/corrections Jail Commander: Capt. John DeVaney Email: diana.g.rabago@co.benton.or.us Benton County Adult Parole and Probation 541-766-6887 180 NW Fifth St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/page/sheriffs-office-parole-probation Division Commander: Capt. Justin Carley Email: justin.j.carley@co.benton.or.us Emergency Management, Search & Rescue 541-766-6864 180 NW Fifth St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/page/sheriffs-office-emergency-services Corvallis Police Department Law Enforcement Center 541-766-6900 180 NW Fifth St., Corvallis www.corvallisoregon.gov/police Facebook: www.facebook.com/CorvallisPoliceDepartment Twitter: @CorvallisPD Police Chief: Jon Sassaman Email: jon.sassaman@corvallisoregon.gov Lebanon Police Department 541-451-1751 40 N. Second St., Suite 100 www.ci.lebanon.or.us/police Facebook: www.facebook.com/LebanonPD Police Chief: Frank Stevenson Email: fstevenson@ci.lebanon.or.us Linn County Sheriff’s Office and Jail 1115 Jackson St., SE, Albany Sheriff’s Office: 541-967-3950 Jail: 541-967-3901 www.linnsheriff.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/LinnSheriff Sheriff: Jim Yon Email: jyon@linnsheriff.org Undersheriff: Paul Timm Email: ptimm@linnsheriff.org Linn County Sheriff’s Office Substations: 66

• Mill City: 274 SW Second Ave., 503897-2301 • Scio: 38975 SW Sixth Ave., 503-394-3344 • Lebanon: 2590 S. Main, 541-259-4350 • Sweet Home: 1951 Main St., 541-367-3994 • Brownsville: 255 N. Main St., 541-466-5725 • Harrisburg: 354 Smith St., 541-995-9483 • Tangent: 33630 McFarland Road, no direct phone at this location. (EDITOR’S NOTE: Linn County Parole and Probation is under jurisdiction of the Oregon Dept. of Corrections and is a separate entity from the Linn County Sheriff’s Office.) Linn County Parole and Probation 541-967-2005 118 Second Ave. SE, Suite F, Albany Director: Maureen Robb https://www.oregon.gov/doc/community-corrections/Pages/linn-county.aspx Oregon State Police • 24-hour dispatch center (Salem): 503375-3555 www.oregon.gov/OSP Twitter: @ORStatePolice • Albany Area Command: 3400 Spicer Drive SE, Albany 541-967-2026 Station Commander: Lt. Jeff Lewis Email: jmlewis@osp.oregon.gov • OSU Office: 601 SW 17th St., Corvallis Cascade Hall, Second Floor 541-737-3010 Station Commander: Lt. Craig Flierl Email: Craig.Flierl@state.or.us Sweet Home Police Department 541-367-5181 1950 Main St. www.sweet-home.or.us/police Facebook: www.facebook.com/ SweetHomePoliceDepartment Police Chief: Jeff Lynn Email: shpd@ci.sweet-home.or.us

OTHER EMERGENCY UNITS:

• Benton County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse: www.bentoncountysheriffsmountedposse.com/Email: sheriffsposse@co.benton. or.us, 541-766-6045 • Benton County Amateur Radio Emergency Service: www.bcares.org, Email: ec@bcares.org • Corvallis Mountain Rescue: www.corvallismountainrescue.org, Email: info@ corvallismountainrescue.org

• Marys Peak Search and Rescue: www. mpsar.org, Email: info@mpsar.org

Courts, Defense, Prosecution COURTS

Albany Municipal Court 541-917-7740 333 Broadalbin St., SW www.cityofalbany.net/departments/court Benton County Circuit Court Benton County Courthouse 541-243-7850 120 NW Fourth St., Corvallis https://www.courts.oregon.gov/courts/ benton/Pages/default.aspx Corvallis Municipal Court 541-766-6990 560 SW Madison Ave. www.corvallisoregon.gov/finance/page/ municipal-court Lebanon Municipal Court 541-258-4909 40 N. Second St., Suite 300 http://www.ci.lebanon.or.us/court/ Linn County Circuit Court Linn County Courthouse 541-967-3845 300 Fourth Ave., SW, Albany www.courts.oregon.gov/courts/linn Linn County Justice Court www.co.linn.or.us/JusticeCourts/ Email: linnjusticecourt@co.linn.or.us • Lebanon office: 541-258-5777 30 E. Maple St. Sweet Home Municipal Court 541-367-4660 1950 Main St. Police/Justice Facility www.ci.sweet-home.or.us/mc

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Benton County Legal Defense Consortium 541-752-0997 P.O. Box 965, Corvallis, OR 97339 Email: bcldcmail@gmail.com Administrator: Dave Corden OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

OUR GOVERNMENT • Station 11: 110 Sixth Ave. S.E. • Station 12: 120 34th Ave. S.E. • Station 13: 1980 Three Lakes Road SE • Station 14: 2850 Gibson Hill Road NW Alsea Rural Fire Protection District 541-487-8701 216 Market St. Fire Chief: George Foster Blodgett-Summit Rural 541-456-4054 Fire Protection District Station 1: 35361 Blitz Lane Station 2: 36847 Happy Hollow Road Email: eyblodgettfd@casco.net Fire Chief: David Feinberg West Albany School Resource officer Kevin Mitchell tests a battering ram created by South Albany High School Students. - Photo by: Mark Ylen

PROSECUTION

Benton County District Attorney’s Office Benton County Courthouse, Third Floor 541-766-6815 120 NW Fourth St., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/da/ District Attorney: John Haroldson Linn County District Attorney’s Office Linn County Courthouse, First Floor 541-967-3836 300 Fourth Ave. SW, Albany http://www.co.linn.or.us/da District Attorney: Doug Marteeny

Fire Departments

Adair Rural Fire and Rescue 541-745-7212 6021 NE Marcus Harris Ave. Email: adair@adair-rural-fire.com https://www.facebook.com/AdairRuralFire/ Fire Chief: Aaron C. Harris Albany Fire Department 541-917-7700 611 Lyon St. SE www.cityofalbany.net/departments/fire Fire Chief: Shane Wooten OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Brownsville Rural Fire District 541-466-5227 600 E. Blakely Ave., Brownsville Email: chief@brownsvillefire.com www.brownsvillefire.com Fire Chief: Kevin Rogers Corvallis Fire Department 541-766-6961 400 NW Harrison Blvd. www.ci.corvallis.or.us/fire Fire Chief: Kenneth McCarthy • Station 1: 400 NW Harrison Blvd. • Station 2: 500 SW 35th St. • Station 3: 1310 NW Circle Blvd. • Station 4: 365 SW Tunison Ave. • Station 6: 544 NW Lewisburg Ave. Halsey-Shedd Rural Fire Protection District 541-369-2419 740 W. Second St., Halsey Fire Chief: Travis Hewitt Harrisburg Rural Fire Protection District 541-995-6412 500 Smith St. Email: admin@harrisburgfire.org www.harrisburgfire.org Fire Chief: Bart Griffith Hoskins-Kings Valley Rural Fire Protection District 541-929-2111 38101 Kings Valley Highway, Philomath Fire Chief: Adam Ryan

Jefferson Rural Fire Protection District 541-327-2822 189 N. Main St. Email: jeffersonfire@jeffersonfire.org www.jeffersonfire.org • Interim Fire Chief: Kevin Hendricks Lebanon Fire District 541-451-1901 1050 W. Oak St. http://lebanonfire.org • Fire Chief: Gordon Sletmoe Monroe Rural Fire Protection District 541-847-5170 680 Commercial St. Email: rsmith@monroefiredept.org www.monroefiredept.org • Fire Chief: Rick Smith Station 2: 25483 Bellfountain Road, Alpine Station 3: 26764 Bellfountain Road, Bellfountain Philomath Fire and Rescue 541-360-0030 1035 Main St. Email: webmail@philomathfire.com www.philomathfire.com • Fire Chief: Thomas Miller Station 202: 34925 Wren Road, Philomath Station 203: 25700 Llewellyn Road, Philomath Scio Rural Fire Protection District 503-394-3000 38975 SW Sixth Ave. Email: chief@sciofire.org www.sciofire.org • Fire Chief: Levi Eckkhardt Sweet Home Fire and Ambulance District 541-367-5882 1099 Long St. www.sweethomefire.org • Fire Chief: David Barringer Station 22: 1390 47th Ave., Foster Station 23: 25995 1st Ave., Crawfordsville Station 24: 49258 Santiam Hwy., Cascadia Tangent Rural Fire Protection District 541-928-8722 32053 Birdfoot Drive Email: info@tangentfire.com www.tangentfire.com • Interim Fire Chief: Larry Wooldridge 67

WORSHIP

Mt. Pleasant Church loacted near the intersection of Kingston Jordan Road and Ridge Drive in northeast Linn County. -Photo by: Mark Ylen

variety of faith communities can be found in Corvallis, Albany and surrounding communities. Among them are Baptists and Buddhists, Catholics and Christian Scientists, Mennonites and Mormons, Pentecostals and Presbyterians, as well as Jewish, Baha’i, Islamic, Orthodox and Unitarian Universalist fellowships, to name just a few. Local churches offer a variety of worship service styles, from the very traditional to more contemporary and also blended formats. They also provide diverse programs of religious instruction, fellowship and ministry geared to people of all ages. Ethnic congregations include Chinese, Korean and Hispanic. Several congregations share facilities. Others can be found meeting in schools, a local Boys & Girls Club, a grange hall, a se68

nior center, a small strip mall and even Corvallis’ Majestic Theatre. A handful of local churches date back more than 150 years including First Presbyterian, First United Methodist and First Baptist of Corvallis and First Baptist Church in Brownsville, the Willamette Presbyterian Church in Shedd and Mount Pleasant Community Church, east of Scio. Among the largest congregations in the two counties are Albany’s First Assembly of God, Jefferson Baptist Church and Calvary Chapel in Corvallis. Many faith communities cooperate in ministry together through such organizations as Stone Soup Kitchen, Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers, Albany Area and Benton County Habitat for Humanity, the Pastoral Counseling Center, Albany Helping Hands homeless shelter, Love INC, Serve INC,

Church of the Valley, Sweet Home Ecumenical Ministries and the Interfaith Community of Corvallis. Others support pregnancy counseling centers, programs for disabled and developmentally challenged adults, relief nurseries and various youth activities. More than 20 religious student organizations exist to meet the spiritual needs of students attending Oregon State University including Westminster House, Newman Center, Logos House and University Christian Center. A complete list of campus ministries, including advisers and contact phone numbers, is available by calling the OSU Student Experience Center at 541-737-2101. Listings for some of the area’s congregations can be found each Saturday in the newspaper’s Religion pages. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS

Highway 34 passes next to Marys Peak which is the highest peak in the coast Range. -Photo by: Andy Cripe OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS

ne of the best things about living in the mid-Willamette Valley is the abundance of outdoor resources in every direction - the Pacific Ocean and beaches to the west, the Cascade Mountains to the east and the beautiful valley in between. Those who like to “go outside and play” will find more than enough to keep them happy as the following list of activities and outdoor venues will show.

Boating

Boating is a popular activity in the midWillamette Valley and across Oregon. For information on everything from registration requirements to water levels to navigation hazards and more, check out the online resources available at http://www.oregon. gov/osmb or at www.boatescape.com. Below is a list of the boat ramps providing access to rivers and lakes in Linn and Benton counties, followed by a list of popular canoe, kayak and whitewater rafting sites throughout the state.

RIVER ACCESS

Alsea River: Barclay Slide, Blackberry Ramp, Campbell Park, Ernie Walters Boat Launch, Five Rivers, Hellion Rapids, Mike Bauer Wayside, Mill Creek Park, Missouri Bend Recreational Site, Port of Alsea, Riveredge, Quarry Hole, Salmonberry Park, Stoney Point, Taylor’s Landing North Santiam River: Santiam Rest Area, Corvallis Ramp, Jefferson Ramp, Green Bridge, Buell Miller, Lyons-Mehama, John Neal Memorial Park, Fisherman’s Bend Recreation Site, Seventh Street, Packsaddle Park South Santiam River: Santiam Marine Park, Waterloo Park, Northside Lebanon Dam, Wiley Park, Gill’s Landing, Calkins Park Willamette River: Harrisburg, Ingram Island Road, McCartney Boat Ramp (Peoria), Peoria, Crystal Lake Road (Corvallis), Corvallis, Hyak Park, Bryant Park, Bowman Park, Takena Landing, Buena Vista County Park, Corvallis Ramp, Willamette Park

LAKE ACCESS

Detroit Lake: Detroit Lake State Park, Kane’s Marina, Detroit Lake Marina, Mongold State Park Foster Reservoir: Sunnyside Campground, Gedney Creek, Calkin’s Boat Ramp, Andrew S. Wiley Park 70

Green Peter Reservoir: Sunnyside Park, Thistle Creek Boat Ramp, Whitcomb Creek Park, Moose Creek

Canoe Trips

Alsea River: Salmonberry to the Pacific Ocean (two days) Calapooia River: Brownsville to Albany (one day) Grande Ronde River: Elgin to Troy (three days) John Day River: Service Creek to the Columbia River (several days) Luckiamute River: Helmick Park to the Willamette River (one day) Marys River: Wren to Corvallis (one day) Willamette River: Harrisburg to Corvallis (one day) New River: Boise-Cope County Park at Floras Lake to Fourmile Creek Upper Klamath Canoe Trail: Rock Point to Pelican Bay Warner Wetlands: Channel between Turpin and Campbell lakes Siuslaw River: Whittaker Creek Recreation Area to Swisshome Willamette River Water Trail: Covers 217 miles of the mainstream Willamette River (1 to 4 days); willamettewatertrail.org

WHITEWATER RAFTING/ KAYAKING

(Class IV: Expert; Class III: Intermediate; Class II: Novice) McKenzie River: Finn Rock to Prince Helfrich Boat Landing (Class II to III) Deschutes River: Harpham Flats to Sandy Beach (Class III) Rogue River: Wild Section (Class III+); Nugget (Class IV) North Santiam River: Bruno Mountain (Class III to IV) Little North Santiam: Opal Creek (Class IV+) North Umpqua River: Boulder Creek to Steamboat (Class IV) Owyhee River: Lower (Class III); Middle (Class IV) Illinois River: Kerby to Oak Flats (Class IV) Clackamas River: June Creek to Callowash River (Class III-IV); Upper Clackamas (Class III to IV) Nehalem River: Spruce Run Recreation Site to Nehalem Falls (Class III-IV) Grande Ronde River: Minam State Park to Troy (Class II)

Upper Klamath River: Boyle Power Plant to Topsy Grade Road (Class IV) Snake River: Hells Canyon Dam to Pittsburg Landing * Permit required (Class II to IV)

Biking

Cycling maps are available at local bike shops. A free color map of Corvallis Area Bikeways & Benton County Bicycling Guide is available at Corvallis City Hall, local bike shops, the Corvallis Environmental Center and Oregon State University.

ROAD CYCLING EASY DOES IT:

Corvallis-Philomath Bike Path: This multimodal 12 foot wide paved path connects Corvallis with Philomath. The beginning of the Trail is at the southern end of Riverfront Park and continues west along the Marys River and Highway 34 to Philomath. The path passes the Corvallis Skate Park, Fenced Dog Park, Pioneer Park, Avery Park, Starker Arts Park, and Sunset Park along the way. (3.25 miles). Campus Way-Bald Hill Park (Midge Cramer Path): This attractive bike path crosses a historic covered bridge and connects Oregon State University Campus with the Fairgrounds and (via Reservoir Road and the Midge Cramer Path) with Bald Hill Natural Area. (1.13 miles). Peoria Road: From Corvallis, go east on Oregon Highway 34, then out and back on Peoria Road, minimal elevation gain. All seasons, moderate vehicle traffic. For variety, return via White Oak Road. (20 miles round trip) Boston Mill: Extensive network of wellpaved and pancake-flat (though sometimes windblown) roads through grass fields of Linn County. Ride begins at the Brownsville Pioneer Park, continues straight on Linn West Road, various routes. (Variable length; whole loop, 29 miles)

MODERATE RIDES:

Linn County Covered Bridge Tour: A network of backroads through Jefferson, Scio and Crabtree that features numerous covered bridges. (Varying lengths) Buena Vista Ferry Ride: From Albany or Corvallis to Independence, take Independence Road north off U.S. Highway 20; OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS north of Adair Village, signs will point east toward Buena Vista. Ride can be done as a loop through Independence. Total ascent of 400 feet. (40 miles round trip) Corvallis to the Sea Trail: A bicycle, equestrian and hiker trail connecting the Willamette Valley to the coast. Information: www.C2CTrail.org. (60 miles) Decker Road: Starts and ends at the intersection of Bellfountain Road and Chapel Drive in Philomath. Going clockwise, head south on Bellfountain, taking a right turn on Decker, just south of Inavale School. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a steady grind on Decker followed by a fast descent. Continue on Decker to Oregon Highway 34. Turn right, continuing to Grange Hall Road, left on 13th Street, right on Chapel to Bellfountain. (32-mile loop) Soap Creek Loop: A loop with varied terrain, the ride can start at Crescent Valley High School in Corvallis. Go north on Highland Drive, left on Lewisburg Avenue and tackle a steep climb up Sulphur Springs Road, continuing north to Adair Village. Riders can return on Oregon Highway 99W or cross 99W and come back on rural back roads. Steep challenging climbs, rough roads. (5.6 miles) Green Valley Loop: From Corvallis travel east on Highway 34, continue south on Peoria Road, cross Highway 99W at Tangent and continue through towards Shedd. Cross Highway 99E at Shedd and head north on Green Valley Road. Head back west on Tangent Road and then north on Peoria Road until you return to Highway 34. Low-traffic paved farm roads. (31 miles)

A REAL WORKOUT:

Marys Peak Climb: From Corvallis, take Oregon Highway 34 west to the Marys Peak turnoff, 3,500-foot elevation gain. (50 miles round trip) Alsea Falls Tour: From Corvallis, take Bellfountain Road south to Alpine and follow the signs west to the falls. Return through Alsea and back to Corvallis on Oregon Highway 34. (60 miles round trip) Kings Valley Scenic Ride: From Corvallis through Philomath to Kings Valley and Monmouth and back to Corvallis, rolling hills with moderate elevation gain on Kings Valley Highway. Main roads include Highway 99W, Independence Highway, and Highways 223 and 20. Challenging hills. Scenic byway ride includes Airlie Winery. (87 miles) Corvallis to Brownsville: This somewhat flat river view route showcases the OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

rural Willamette Valley. Head out of Corvallis on Highway 34 toward Peoria Road, head out on Highway 99E toward I-5, cross over I-5 and turn left on Highway 228 heading into Brownsville. Loop around various routes and then head back across I-5 back towards Peoria road and Tangent. Light to moderate traffic, all seasons, wildlife viewing. Baker Creek Loop: Access trail at Oak Creek gate northwest of Corvallis, physically and technically challenging with tricky descents. Beautiful routes through old growth forest. (9.8 miles) McCulloch Peak Loop: This endurance building loop begins at the 700 road gate on Sulphur Springs road by taking Highway 99W from Corvallis to Lewisburg. Physically challenging but technically easy. (7.1 miles)

MOUNTAIN BIKING EASY DOES IT:

William Davies/Lewisburg Saddle Loop: A loop ride through old-growth forest, new tree stands and clear-cuts in McDonald Forest. Park at the Lewisburg Saddle on Sulphur Springs Road and follow the trail on the east side of the road; take the lower fork. (Two miles)

MODERATE RIDES:

McDonald Forest, north of Corvallis: The OSU Research Forest contains miles of logging roads, most suitable for weekend warriors. Be aware of hikers, equestrians and logging trucks. Multiple trailheads. Two of the tougher climbs include McCulloch Peak (see below) and Dimple Hill. Bald Hill Climb: Park at Bald Hill Park entrance off Oak Creek Road and take the old logging road up Bald Hill at the shelter. Short, but strenuous. (Less than 1 mile)

A REAL WORKOUT:

McCulloch Peak in McDonald Forest: Start from Oak Creek entrance to McDonald Forest. The ultimate challenge for fat-tire enthusiasts, this ride takes cyclists to the top of the second highest peak in the central Coast Range, half-day ride. (7.1 miles)

Disc Golf ALBANY

Bryant Park: 801 Bryant Way SW Eads Park: 501 Alco St. NE

Simpson Park: 825 Waverly Drive SE Timber-Linn Park: 900 Price Road SE Takena Landing: 600 Highway 20 NW

CORVALLIS

Adair Park: 7295 NE Arnold Ave. Willamette Park: End of Goodnight Avenue in southeast Corvallis

INDEPENDENCE

Riverview Park: First tee on corner of Main Street and C St., 503-838-1212

LEBANON

Camp Tadmor: 43943 McDowell Creek Drive (private course; reservations required by calling 541-451-4270) Waterloo County Park: 39510 Gross St., 541-967-3917

PHILOMATH

Philomath Middle School: 2021 Chapel Drive, 541-929-3167 Marys River Park:, 300 S. 11th St., 541929-3001

Fishing & Hunting

The days when fishing season had a single opening day and closing day are over. Oregon is blessed with hundreds of abundant lakes, rivers, streams and an ocean with a wide variety of fish, but the regulations and restrictions vary widely. Anglers should consult the annual booklet produced by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife for seasons and regulations. The 2018 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations are posted on the ODFW website: www.myodfw. com/recreation-report Weekly fishing report: www.myodfw. com/recreation-report/fishing-report Oregon has dozens of hunting areas, including all state and federal areas. Information on hunting, including rules, regulations and boundaries may be obtained from any Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife office (listed below).

OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FISH & WILDLIFE OFFICES

Headquarters: 503-947-6000 West Region Office: 541-757-4186 East Region: 541-573-6582 71

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS POPULAR MID-VALLEY FISHING SITES

Salmon/steelhead: Alsea, Siletz, Santiam, Willamette, McKenzie, Rogue, Clackamas and Deschutes rivers Trout: Willamette, McKenzie, Deschutes, Crooked, North Umpqua, Alsea, Siletz and Luckiamute rivers and Lobster Creek Bass: Calapooia, Umpqua and John Day rivers Lakes: Foster, Henry Hagg Lake, Waverly, Freeway Lakes, E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area: 29555 Camp Adair Road., Monmouth; 541-745-5334 Alsea Hatchery: 29050 Fish Hatchery Road, Alsea; 541-487-7240 Willamette Hatchery: 76389 Fish Hatchery Road, Oakridge; 541- 782-2933

Golf

PUBLIC COURSES

Diamond Woods Golf Course 541-998-9707 96040 Territorial Road, Monroe Holes: 18 Golf City Par Three 541-753-6213 2115 NE Highway 20, Corvallis Holes: 9 Mallard Creek Golf Course 541-259-4653 31966 Bellinger Scale Road, Lebanon Holes: 18 Pineway Golf Course 541-258-8815 30949 Pineway Road, Lebanon Holes: 18 The Golf Club of Oregon 541-928-8338 905 Springhill Drive NW, Albany Holes: 18 Trysting Tree Golf Club 541-752-3332 34028 NE Electric Road, Corvallis Holes: 18

SEMI-PRIVATE COURSES

Albany Golf & Event Center / Spring Hill Golf Club 72

541-926-6059 155 Country Club Lane NW, Albany Holes: 18

PRIVATE COURSES

Corvallis Club 541-752-3471 1850 SW Whiteside Drive, Corvallis Holes: 18

Hiking

Residents will discover anything from an easy one-hour stroll to a demanding fivehour hike in the mid-Willamette Valley. “Corvallis Trails: Exploring the Heart of the Valley,” written by local outdoors enthusiast Margie Powell, describes 58 trails within an hour of Corvallis, including city and county parks, McDonald Forest, Marys Peak, wildlife refuges and more, and is available at area bookstores and sporting goods stores. Another resource is the website www.alltrails.com/explore/us/oregon/, which lists the most popular trails near Corvallis Albany and Philomath with trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers.

MID-VALLEY TRAILS EASY DOES IT:

Woodpecker Loop Trail: One of the nicest easy walks is in the William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge. Travel south from Corvallis on Oregon Highway 99W about nine miles to Finley Road. Follow the signs into the refuge and stop at the information kiosk for directions to the trail. This is a 1.1-mile loop with little elevation gain and an easy grade. A hillside platform gives an excellent view of the refuge and the Willamette Valley, and is an excellent place for a picnic. You also might see woodpeckers, pheasants, hawks, Canada geese, deer and elk. (This trail is closed to bicycles and horses.) Gordon Lakes Trail: Another delightful hike, just east of Sweet Home in the Willamette National Forest. Pack a fly rod and float tube to fish for native cutthroat trout in the two lakes, which are nestled in an old-growth Douglas fir forest. To get there, drive east on U.S. Highway 20 past the sign

for the Willamette National Forest, and turn right on Forest Service Road 2044, just past Upper Soda. At about 4 miles, turn right on Forest Service Road 230 and drive to the end of the road. Takena Landing Park: A convenient hike for Albany residents, this flat, looped trail takes you alongside the Willamette River through trees and blackberry bushes for an approximately 4-mile round trip. The entrance to the park is on the river side of Highway 20, just west of the Lyons Street overpass. OSU Covered Bridge: Year-round hike that takes you through OSU research fields on a well paved path. Livestock such as sheep and cows can be viewed from path. Covered bridge is located halfway through the hike. Access from the trailhead on 35th Street on OSU campus or at the Benton Fairgrounds on 53rd Street. (2.8 miles)

MODERATE EXERTION:

Dan’s Trail: For those who want a more invigorating walk in the OSU College of Forestry’s McDonald-Dunn Research Forest, this is perhaps the best trail in the area (3 miles one way, 1,050-foot elevation gain). Dan’s Trail climbs 3.1 miles from 700 feet at the forest boundary with Chip Ross Park to 1478 feet at Dimple Hill. Lower Dan’s crosses through an historic orchard. Upper Dan’s climbs to the top of Dimple Hill for impressive views of Corvallis, the Coast Range, and the Cascade Range. Open to hikers, bikes and horses. To get to McDonald Research Forest, head north on Highland Drive from Walnut Boulevard and turn left onto Lester Avenue at the city park sign, and park in the Chip Ross Park parking lot. From there follow the trail along the south side of IV Hill to the west side of the park, where the trail enters McDonald Forest. Kings Boulevard Power Lines/Water Tower Trail: A popular trail through the hills of Northwest Corvallis has traditionally started at the intersection of Kings Boulevard and Walnut Boulevard. A 2-mile path goes back and forth along the power line up to Chip Ross Park. Hikers can go twice as far to trek a four-mile loop that takes you from Walnut to Lester Avenue, then on McDougal to Bonney to 13th Street, which dead-ends at the water tower. The first one climbs 400 feet; the second 190 feet. Parking is available at the Timberhill OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS Shopping Center. Trail of Ten Falls Loop: A stunning 7.6mile trail in Silver Falls State Park that passes 10 waterfalls ranging from 27 to 179 feet tall. Several shorter trails are available, including the popular South Falls near the trailhead. The trail takes hikers behind the Upper South Falls and Lower South Falls. It is relatively flat through the canyon but has a steep grade down to each set of falls. To get there, take Interstate 5 north to Exit 253, then head east on Oregon Highway 22, about five miles to Oregon Highway 214 (Silver Falls Highway), and follow it straight to the park. Iron Mountain Trail: A 3.2-mile trail with about 1,300 feet elevation climb to an abandoned lookout perched on a rock outcropping. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an interpretive trail known for its wildflowers in the spring. To get there, take Highway 20 east of Sweet Home to the junction of Forest Service Road 15. Just past that highway is the parking area on the left for the trail. OSU to Bald Hill: A 6.3-mile moderately trafficked out and back trail, starting off at the 53rd Street trailhead, continue on the path until you reach a junction that will take you on several dirt paths. Switchback trails and various routes lead you up Bald Hill. Great view of the OSU campus and Corvallis, year-round 3-4 hour hike with 500 foot elevation change. Dogs and horses allowed.

A REAL WORKOUT:

Marys Peak North Ridge Trail: Of all the trails in this area, this one in the Siuslaw National Forest offers the greatest elevation gain (3,200 feet) and longest distance (5 miles one-way). It passes through magnificent native, old-growth Douglas fir and noble fir forests and leads to the top of Marys Peak, the highest point in the Coast Range. From there you have a spectacular panorama from the Cascades to the Pacific Ocean. To get there, drive west from Philomath 1.7 miles on U.S. Highway 20 to where Woods Creek Road turns off to the left. Continue on this road 7.5 miles to the parking area at a gate blocking the road. The trail starts a few feet beyond the gate on the right. McCullough Peak Loop Hike: Only minutes from Corvallis, this McDonald Forest trail takes hikers, mountain bikes and horseback riders to the second-highest point in the central Coast Range. Park OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

at the Oak Creek entrance on the south end of the forest and walk north about a mile until the road forks at a billboard. Take the left fork, which heads west toward the peak. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll pass several potential turnoffs, including the popular Extendo Trail on the left. At each fork in the road, take the steepest route. Though the climb is arduous, there are two cooling level areas in fir forests. Finally, the road ends at the peak, where there are expansive views of the entire southern Willamette Valley. (8.5 miles) Corvallis to the Coast: A strenuous 60mile multiday hike that loops on back roads and single trails until you reach Newport. Trailhead begins at Dimple Hill parking lot on Oak Creek Road. Summer and Fall hike, trail best used from June through November. Corvallis-to-the-Sea (C2C) Trail: A new, 62-mile hiking, biking and equestrian trail, linking the Willamette Valley to the Pacific Ocean. The C2C Trail is not all foot trail. Open road, multiuse paths and a short highway shoulder walk are part of the hike. Use of a 4-mile long gated Old Peak Road segment requires an annual permit from Starker Forests, 7240 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis, 541-929-2477.

Trail Fees

Hikers should remember that a Northwest Forest Pass is required to park at certain trailheads or other facilities in national forests in the Northwest. The passes cost $5 per vehicle per day, with annual passes available for $30. Valid at most national forest recreation fee sites in Oregon and Washington, they are sold at Forest Service offices, many retail outlets, via the internet or by calling 800-2707504. You can also call the toll-free number for more information or see http://www. fs.usda.gov/detail/r6/passes-permits. The revenue from these fees is retained locally by each national forest to operate and maintain: campgrounds, trails, visitor centers and more. Besides routine operations and maintenance, forests chip away at major projects to reduce back log maintenance. In addition to sites in the Siuslaw and Willamette national forests, where fees are required, Marys Peak, Drift Creek Trail, Cape Perpetua Scenic Area, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, Sand Lake Recreation Complex, Sutton Rec-

reation Complex and Hebo Lake Campground on the Siuslaw National Forest also require passes; and for parking at or within a quarter-mile of most trailheads on the Willamette National Forest. The Willamette also requires passes at some boat landings and the Echo picnic area. The Oregon Pacific Coast Passport, a separate permit system, continues for entrance, day use and parking fees at both state and federal sites along U.S. Highway 101 from Astoria to Brookings. It costs $35 for an annual passport or $10 for one, valid for five consecutive days. They can be purchased at various sites, including the Siuslaw National Forest headquartered in Corvallis, or via the State Park Information Center at 800-551-6949. The pass is also honored at numerous areas that require a Northwest Forest Pass, including Marys Peak and Cape Perpetua.

Horseback Riding LESSONS/RENTALS

Inavale Farm 541-929-5706, ext. 1 31798 Horse Farm Lane, Philomath www.inavalefarm.com Lessons: Private; Semi-Private (2 riders); Group (3+ riders) Rentals: None Brawley Farms 503-932-9282 4556 Winter Creek Road SE, Jefferson www.brawleyfarms.com Lessons: Private Rentals: None Harmony Training Center 541-752-0302 4500 SW Nash Ave., Corvallis www.harmonytrainingcenter.com Email: HTrainingCenter@aim.com Lessons: Group Rentals: None Riverbottom Stables 541-752-2882 28970 Highway 34, Corvallis www.riverbottomstables.com Lessons: Private; Semi-Private (2-3 riders); Group (4-6 riders); Young Rider (ages 5 & under); Therapy Riders Rentals: None 73

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS Parks ALBANY

Albany Parks and Recreation 541-917-7777 333 Broadalbin St. SW www.cityofalbany.net Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday The Albany Parks and Recreation Department sponsors several sports programs for both adults and youth that want to stay active throughout the year. A description of children’s programs can be found under “Especially for Kids” in this book. Adult programs include basketball, football, softball and volleyball. Golf and tennis lessons are available May through September. Details about renting picnic shelters and areas within the Albany park system are available in the Parks section of the city’s website, as are maps to help residents find the following park sites. Albany Skate Park: 1375 Sixth Ave. SE. Located on Sixth Avenue between Pine and Sherman streets, this concrete park provides a place for skateboarders to hone their skills. Bowman Park: 300 Geary St. NE. This 26-acre park can be found at the end of Geary Street, NE, on the Willamette River and is connected to Simpson Park via a walking/running/bike path. It offers barbecue grills, a picnic shelter, a boat ramp and fishing. Bryant Park: 800 Bryant Way SW. This 72-acre park offers four barbecue stands and 80 picnic tables to accommodate 150 people. The site has a basketball court, horseshoe pit, fishing, play equipment, bike paths, a tennis court, a softball field and a new disc golf course. Burkhart Park: 550 Burkhart St. SE. A two-acre park with a basketball court, barbecue grills, a horseshoe pit, play equipment and softball field. Deerfield Park: 2627 Del Rio Ave. SE. This 12-acre park has a softball field, basketball courts, bike path, playground and barbecue grills. Doug Killen Friendship Park: 4990 Deer Run St. SW. This neighborhood park takes up nearly two acres and features a playground area, walking path, picnic facilities and two basketball courts (one adult/one junior). 74

Draper Park: 756 29th Ave., SE. This fiveacre park includes picnic tables and a playground. Eads Park: Corner of Alco Street and Linn Avenue. This one-acre park offers play equipment and picnic tables. Eleanor Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St.SE. This two-acre neighborhood park has a shelter that can accommodate up to 80 people. It includes barbecue grills, a tennis, volleyball and basketball court. Gibson Hill Park: 2880 Gibson Hill Road NW. This park includes seven acres and has a basketball court, bike paths, play equipment, a volleyball court and barbecue grills. Grand Prairie Park: 2530 Grand Prairie Road SE. The 10-acre community park with a picnic shelter that accommodates 150 people. There’s also a basketball court, bike paths, barbecue grills, fishing, and softball field. Hazelwood Park: 1999 Queen Ave. SW. This three-acre park offers beautiful trees and picnic tables. Henderson Park: 833 Calapooia St. SW. This one-acre park offers tennis courts along with BBQ grills, play equipment and river access. Lehigh Park: 3100 17th Ave. SE. These five acres contain a playground, picnic tables and barbecue grills. Lexington Park: 3000 21st St., SE. The 10-acre park offers a basketball court, picnic tables, and playground. Monteith Riverpark: 489 Water Ave. NW. This six-acre park offers a shelter for 75 people, plus a dock and viewpoints overlooking the Willamette River. Includes a horseshoe pit, fishing, bike paths and barbecue grills. Periwinkle Park: 2298 21st St. SE. The seven acre park offers barbecue grills, a bike path, fishing, stream, picnic tables and play equipment. Pineway Park: 1592 Moraga Ave. SE. A two-acre park with basketball courts and BBQ grills. Simpson Park: 778 Waverly Drive NE. Located along the Willamette River, the former Simpson Mill property includes a 1.3-mile bark dust nature trail between the river and old log ponds. A pathway connects the 168-acre park to Waverly Park to the south while a running/walking/bike path leads to Bowman Park to the west.

Park is adjacent to Talking Water Gardens. Other activities include fishing and a disc golf course. Sunrise Park: 2275 Thurston St. SE. The three-acre park features play equipment, shade structure and picnic tables. Swanson Park: 712 Jackson St. SE. This three-acre park offers restrooms, play equipment, basketball courts and the COOL! Pool, which is open in the summer. Takena Park: 1101 Lawnridge St. SW. This three-acre park can accommodate 50 people in its shelter, picnic tables, grass softball field, play structure and barbecue grills. Takena Landing Park: 600 Highway 20 NW. This 133-acre park features barbecue grills, bike path, boat ramp, disc golf, fishing, river, picnic tables, restrooms and trail. Teloh Calapooia Park: 5950 Looney Lane SW. This 12-acre park offers barbecue grills, picnic tables, play equipment and walking trails. Timber-Linn Memorial Park: 900 Price Road SE. The 90-acre park can accommodate up to 100 people per shelter, 200 if both shelters are used. Other features include a basketball court, bike paths, a disc golf course, fishing, horseshoe pits, a softball fields, picnic tables, playground, lake and barbecue grills. Waverly Park: 3154 Pacific Blvd. SE. This 20 acre park is located at the gateway into Albany from Interstate 5 and features a man-made lake, walking and bike paths, barbecue grills, fishing, picnic tables and paddle boat rentals.

CORVALLIS

Corvallis Parks and Recreation 541-766-6918 1310 SW Avery Park Drive www.corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec The Corvallis Parks and Recreation Department provides more than 2,000 acres in parks, trails, open space and beautification areas and offers a host of recreational programs for all ages. Programs for children and teens are listed in the “Especially for Kids” section of this book. Adults can join city league teams to play basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, softball and ultimate disc. Among the parks listed below, dogs are OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS permitted off-leash in portions of Willamette Park, Woodland Meadow Park, Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Chip Ross Park and Bald Hill Park. At the Crystal Lake Sports Fields, dogs can be off-leash on the non-improved turf areas from March-November and throughout the rest of the park — except the parking area and boat ramp — the rest of the year. Picnic shelters in Avery Park, Starker Arts Pavilion, Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Willamette Park may be reserved up to a year and a half in advance for use between April 1 and Oct. 31. City park hours are 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Alan B. Berg Park: 33900 Roche Lane. This undeveloped parkland does not have a formal parking area. Foot access is just east of the Van Buren Bridge. The area is undeveloped and features riparian, wetland and wet prairie habitats that flood regularly during large rain events. The park runs along the heavily trafficked Highway 34 and the Highway 34 bypass so please use caution when in the area. Arnold Park: Located at the intersection of Harrison Boulevard and Merrie Drive, this 3.7-acre park offers an open turf area with picnic tables, benches and a play area. Avery Park and Natural Area: 1310 SW Avery Park Drive. Located at Southwest 15th Street and Avery Park Drive. This 75-acre park with handicap accessibility offers five shelters, walking/jogging trail, interpretive trail kiosk, ball fields, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, picnic areas, a play area among “dinosaur bones,” a rose garden and an antique locomotive. Bald Hill Natural Area: 6460 NW Oak Creek Drive. Access is available on 53rd Street at the Benton County Fairgrounds to this 284-acre natural area, with a restored barn and hiking trails up to a panoramic view of the Corvallis area. Brandis Natural Area: Visitors can walk a moderately level half mile soft-surfaced trail loop through a Douglas fir grove in this 10-acre park at the dead end of North Snowberry Place. Bruce Starker Arts Park: 4485 SW Country Club Drive. A grassy amphitheater, reflecting pond, fountain, community garden, multi-modal path, picnic tables and play areas are features of this park at Southwest Country Club Drive and Southwest 45th Street. (Note: As of October OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

2019, construction work was continuing on the pond.) Central Park: 650 NW Monroe. Located downtown between Southwest Sixth Street and Monroe Avenue across from the city library, this park offers garden benches, picnic tables, a playground and open grassy areas. It is the site of the annual Corvallis Fall Festival, Festival of Lights and summer concerts in the gazebo. No dogs are allowed in Central Park. Chepenafa Springs Park: 2800 NW Daylily Ave. This five-acre facility on Daylily Avenue in north Corvallis features a play structure, walking path, open turf area and a picnic shelter. Chintimini Park: 605 NW 27th St. This park, at 27th Street and Taylor Avenue, features an open grassy area, four sand volleyball courts, softball fields, picnic tables and a play area. Park is a designated “no dog” area. Chip Ross Park and Natural Area: On Northwest Lester Avenue, 125 acres full of hiking trails in a natural setting, featuring views of the city and the Cascade Mountains. Picnic tables are available at the Lester Avenue trailhead. Cloverland Park: 1605 NW 29th St. On the north side of town, at the intersection of 29th Street and Garfield Avenue, this small park offers two tennis courts, a playground, picnic tables and open fields. Coronado Park: Northwest Mirador Place and Coronado Street. A 0.6 acre neighborhood park with a small playground, climbing boulders and rope-net climbing structure. Rubber tiles surround play equipment for mobility device accessibility. Crystal Lake Sports Fields: 100 SE Fischer Lane. Located off Crystal Lake Drive and Fischer Lane, features up to 10 soccer fields and nine baseball fields (must be confirmed with permit or contract). The complex also includes 85 acres of natural area with a multimodal path joining the field area to Willamette Park and the Willamette Boat Landing. Eric Scott McKinley Skate Park: Located at First Street and B Avenue under the Highway 34 bypass, this park offers a sculpted concrete arena for skateboarders and BMX bike riders. The site also features picnic tables and benches for spectators and a nearby basketball court. Forest Dell Natural Area: This 6.6-acre

park, located at Highland Drive and Highland Dell Drive, features an easy .38 mile dirt trail that loops through a forested area. Franklin Square Park: Located on Northwest 15th and 16th streets, between Polk and Taylor, this is the oldest park in Corvallis, acquired by the city in 1889. It features play equipment, picnic tables and beautiful mature trees. No dogs allowed. Garfield Park: 1715 NW Dixon St. Located between Linus Pauling Middle School and Garfield School, large grassy expanse featuring the Gathercoal Memorial. Owned by Corvallis School District 509J. Grand Oaks Park: On the west side of Corvallis, off West Hills Road 6200 block of Southwest Trellis Drive, this park has a large fort-like play structure with sand, open fields and picnic tables. Herbert Farm & Natural Area: 1760 SW Herbert Ave. 221-acre natural area which sits south of Corvallis along the east banks of the Willamette River. Includes approximately 1 mile of river frontage paths, with continuing restoration of the west portion of the park. Public access not permitted within farm fields. Dogs are permitted, but must remain on leash at all times. Kendall Natural Area: 1300 SE Fischer Lane. 80 acres of informal trails for hiking and bike riding, through riparian and mixed woodland. Dogs are allowed. Kermit E. Roth Park: 400 NW Second St. Sits at the base of the Harrison Street Bridge. City of Corvallis’ smallest park, serves as a “gateway” park welcoming visitors. The park includes an artistic rock fountain, a resting bench and drinking fountain. Lilly Park: 865 SE Lilly Ave. Located in south Corvallis at Lilly Avenue and Bethel Street, this small family park has an open field and playground. No dogs allowed. Little Fields Park: 520 SW B Ave. A downtown park at 5th Street and B Avenue, with benches and a play structure. Martin Luther King Jr. Park (formerly Walnut Park): Found at 4905 NW Walnut Blvd., this 36-acre park has volleyball/ badminton turf area, bike paths, walking trails, two softball fields, a playground, two horseshoe pits and a covered group picnic site in a restored barn. Marys River Natural Area: 74 acres in Southwest Corvallis; located off of Brook75

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS line Drive. ADA accessible 0.35-mile boardwalk with native and riparian habitat viewing with interpretive panels. Orleans Natural Area: East of the Willamette River, west side of Highway 34 bypass. 36.03 acres of undeveloped, natural and agricultural land. No formal parking area; guests should use caution when in the area. Natural area can be accessed by foot from Susan B. Wilkins path beginning just east of the Van Buren Bridge. Peanut Park: A half-acre park at 7th and D Streets with a small playground with picnic table and grill. Dogs allowed only if on leashes. Pioneer Park: 1300 Philomath Blvd. On the south side of Corvallis, just west of the Avery Park entrance, there is a lighted softball field and access to a multimodal path that runs near the park and joins it to downtown, the riverfront area and Oregon State University. A number of fitness stations can be found along the path. Porter Park: 1895 NW Hayes. A 6.4-acre park featuring a softball field and basketball hoop area as well as a play area for young children. A short path winds around the park which includes a bridge over Dixon Creek. Riverbend Park: 750 SE Rivergreen Ave. This five-acre park, in south Corvallis, off Southeast Third and Highway 99W, features play areas for children, drinking fountains, climbing wall, large open grassy areas, accessible restrooms and an asphalt walking path. It also has a covered picnic shelter. Riverfront Commemorative Park: 2 NW First St. This downtown waterfront park winds along the Willamette River and offers a fountain, artwork, bike and walking trails, picnic tables, benches and an open plaza with views of the river. It is the home of the Corvallis Saturday farmers market, shops and restaurants. Timberhill Natural Area: 2875 NW Walnut Blvd. Six acres, located in northwest Corvallis on both sides of 29th Street north of Walnut Boulevard, offering open grassy fields with a landscaped entrance to the Timberhill Tennis Club and local housing area. Tunison Park: 365 SW Tunison Ave. This small park, next to the Tunison Fire Station, has a play area with a fire truck climbing structure. 76

Village Green Park: 650 NE Conifer Blvd. Far northeast side of town, on Conifer Blvd., between Highway 99W and Highway 20, across from Cheldelin Middle School. This 10.6 acre park features a small stream with basketball courts, playground area, covered shelter, barbeque grills, picnic tables and plenty of grassy areas. Washington Park: 600 NW Seventh St. A 4.4-acre park with open grassy areas and ball field. Park faces the Charles Gaylord House, the oldest existing home in Corvallis. Dogs are not permitted in playground area; but may be in the park on a leash. Willamette Park & Natural Area: 1350 SE Goodnight Ave. At 287 acres, this park at the end of Goodnight Avenue in southeast Corvallis is the city’s largest and is known for the tournament-level disc golf course and its beautiful river views and access. A picnic shelter can be reserved for large groups or special occasions and there is a playground area, two soccer fields and plenty of hiking/jogging trails. Witham Hill Natural Park: Northwest Corvallis, where Circle Boulevard ends, just past Witham Hill Drive. A 35-acre natural park featuring conifer, oak woodland and west prairie habitats. Trail loops through mixed upland forest for approximately one mile. Established parking and kiosk at trail head. Woodland Meadow Park: 3975 NW Witham Hill Drive. The open meadows are available for dogs to run off-leash. Includes picnic tables and a path that circles the park.

LINN COUNTY PARKS

Linn County Parks and Recreation Department 541-967-3917 3010 Ferry St.SW, Albany Email: parks@co.linn.or.us www.linnparks.com Linn County operates 31 parks and recreation areas. Details on rental rates and campground fees are available on the department’s website. A countywide map of park locations is also available online. Clear Lake Resort: This historic campground and lodge has come under the umbrella of the county parks system. Daily and hourly boat rentals are offered and the resort is a useful jumping off point for a va-

riety of activities. For specific information: clearlake@co.linn.or.us. Freeway Lakes: 6000 Three Lakes Road SE. This is a year-round fishing spot east of Interstate 5 on Three Lakes Road with bank fishing, a boat ramp and picnic sites. Gedney Creek Boat Ramp: 43795 North River Drive, Foster. Located on the north side of Foster reservoir approximately one mile east of Foster Dam this park offers a boat ramp, and 55 boat parking spaces and bathroom facilities. Larwood Wayside: 42000 Fish Hatchery Drive, Scio. Follow the signs toward Scio from U.S. Highway 20 and turn onto Fish Hatchery Drive. About 6 miles at the junction of Larwood Drive, you’ll find swimming, fishing and picnicking. The wayside also features the Larwood Covered Bridge. Lewis Creek County Park: 44450 North River Drive, Foster. This 40-acre park is approximately 4 miles northeast of Sweet Home on River Drive, located on the north shore of Foster Reservoir. There is a $7/ vehicle fee from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park is accessible to the disabled with a roped-off swim beach (no lifeguard), picnic areas, water skiing, and boating. McCartney Boat Ramp: 28946 Cartney Park Drive, Harrisburg. Picnicking, fishing and boat ramp access to the Willamette can be found at this spot one mile north of Peoria on Peoria Road. Portable tables and restroom facilities are available during spring and summer months. McClun Wayside: 41001 Upper Calapooia Drive, Sweet Home. Fishing, swimming and picnicking is available at this park. Follow Oregon Highway 228 through Holley to County Road 759 for approximately 2 miles. McDowell Creek Falls County Park: 43170 McDowell Creek Drive, Lebanon. Site is approximately 16 miles east of Lebanon on McDowell Creek Road. The park features picnic tables, restrooms, swimming, fishing and 3 miles of hiking trails leading to beautiful vistas of the Royal Terrace and Majestic Falls from bridges and viewing decks. McKercher County Park: 37860 Highway 228, Brownsville. Located 5 miles east of Brownsville and 1 mile west of Crawfordsville on Oregon Highway 228. There OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS are plunge pools for swimmers as well as shade for picnickers. Fishing also available. Roaring River County Park: 42000 Fish Hatcher Drive, Scio. East of Crabtree at the east end of Fish Hatchery Road off Highway 226, this park covers 28 acres and features three separate picnic shelters. With a trail along the river, this park is great for hiking, fishing and picnicking. Waterloo County Park: 39510 Gross St. Located 5 miles east of Lebanon off Highway 20, this 128 acre park, located on the Santiam River, offers a great opportunity to fish, hike, swim and picnic.

BENTON COUNTY PARKS

Benton County Parks Department 541-766-6871 360 SW Avery Ave., Corvallis www.co.benton.or.us/parks Benton County maintains 14 parks, most of which are for day use. Park hours are dawn to dusk. Overnight use is permitted if a special use permit has been submitted and approved by a Benton County Parks representative. Maps showing the location of the following parks are available in the “Parks” section of the county’s website. Adair Park: 7295 NE Arnold Ave., Corvallis. Take Oregon Highway 99W to Adair, go east on Ryals Avenue to the park entrance. Groups as large as 800 people have held picnic events here. Seating for 300 picnickers is available, which can be divided into two smaller areas for 120 and 180 picnickers. Reservations can be made at 541766-6871. The park features two softball fields, two volleyball courts, two tennis courts and is a popular site for disc golf. Nearby, the Benton County Clubhouse in Adair Village is owned by the parks system and operated by concessionaire Valley Catering. Call 541-745-7455 for meetings, wedding receptions, holiday parties and other events. Beazell Memorial Forest: 37283 Kings Valley Highway, Philomath. The largest of all the Benton County parks at 586 acres, it was donated to the county in July 2000. Located on Kings Valley Highway 223, 5 miles north of the Highway 20 turnoff west of Philomath, it features the historic Plunkett House, picnic facilities, restrooms, interpretive panels, the Beazell Forest Education Center and miles of hiking trails. Bellfountain Park: 24849 Park Road, OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Monroe. This is Benton County’s oldest park, located off Dawson Road in southeast Benton County, about 4 miles northwest of Monroe and 17 miles south of Corvallis. People have been gathering here for more than 100 years. There is covered seating for 120 picnickers at one of the longest picnic tables in the world. The park also features a softball field, sand volleyball court, play area, horseshoe pits, restrooms and plenty of wildflowers. Campbell Boat Landing: 17106 Alsea Highway, Alsea. Located along Oregon Highway 34 west of Alsea, this park has great boating access on the Alsea River. Many people know it by its former name, Pink House. Clemens Park: 19910 Seeley Creek Road, Alsea. The park features approximately one-half mile of Alsea River frontage 21 miles southwest of Corvallis on Oregon Highway 34. There is a self-guided interpretive trail, riverfront picnic sites and areas for water play and fishing. Fitton Green: 980 NW Panorama Drive, Corvallis. This is a 308-acre site about 1 mile north of Philomath and about 4 miles west of Corvallis. The property lies west of Bald Hill, overlooking the Marys River and Willamette and Cardwell Hills valleys. Hikers can now access Bald Hill/Oak Creek trailheads via the Mulkey Ridge Trail. Fort Hoskins Historical Park: 38150 Fort Hoskins Road, Philomath. Fort Hoskins was established in 1856 to protect and monitor the new coastal Indian reservation. Benton County purchased Fort Hoskins in 1991 and it has been developed into a 130-acre historic park. Located in northwest Benton County west of the Kings Valley Highway, the park showcases its varied history, vegetation and scenic views through educational and interpretive displays and self-guided trails. There are areas to picnic and to enjoy the vistas. The Fort Hoskins Shelter, with 10 picnic tables and serving counter, is available for reservation and exclusive use. Hyak Park: 5000 NW Highway 20, Albany. Seven miles northeast of Corvallis on the west bank of the Willamette River, with access from U.S. Highway 20, this park has a boat ramp and moorage, family picnic tables and river views. Irish Bend Park: Irish Bend Park is in southeast Benton County, 3 miles north-

east of Monroe and 16 miles south of Corvallis on the Willamette River, at the end of Irish Bend Road. It offers boat launch access to the Willamette River for nonmotorized boats. Boat access is hampered by a sandbar. It is an undeveloped site with no signage, parking, water or landscaping. Picnicking and swimming are available. Jackson-Frazier Wetland: 3600 NE Lancaster St. Northeast of Corvallis at the north end of Lancaster Street, the wetland was established as a Benton County park in 1992 to protect the natural features of the area and allow for education, research and public use. Open throughout the year, a 3,400-foot-long accessible wooden boardwalk winds through the wetland, allowing visitors to view many plants and wildlife in the wetland. Interpretive signs explain the different aspects of the park’s natural history and watershed. Mill Creek Park: 18260 Alsea Highway, Alsea. On the Alsea River, off Oregon Highway 34 west of Alsea, this park features a boat ramp, good bank fishing, and picnicking in the Robinson Memorial Grove. North Albany Park: 2800 Hillcrest St. NW. From Highway 20 take Northwest Scenic Drive north to Valley View Drive then east to Hillcrest Drive. Group picnicking facilities sit in an oak grove with seating for 160 people. The kitchen shelter has access to sink, electric cook top stove, outlets, service counter and barbeque grills. Park includes overflow parking, softball field, sand volleyball court, playground and horseshoe pits. Salmonberry Campground: 16699 Salmonberry Road, Alsea. Features include camping, a cabin, boat launch, fishing, picnicking, nature trail, restrooms, showers and yurts.

Campgrounds LINN COUNTY

h t t p : //w w w. l i n n pa rks.co m /pa ge s / parks/a-campgroundlist.html Clear Lake Resort: Clear Lake Resort, located near Sisters off Highway 126, offers campsites along with cabin rentals. The beautiful lake offers water access, fishing and boat rentals. The lodge also has shower facilities along with a diner providing campers with breakfast, lunch and dinner. John Neal Memorial Park: 820 Neal Park Road, Lyons. The park, northeast of Lyons off High77

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS way 22, has 40 tent sites and is open April through October. Water access, a boat ramp, playground area, group shelters and showers are offered along with group camping. River Bend County Park: 45931 Santiam Highway, Foster. Located off Highway 20 near Foster and Sweet Home. River Bend is the newest addition to the Linn County Parks system. The 90-acre park offers a variety of outdoor opportunities to include: 85 campsites, cabins, group camping, restrooms, showers, picnicking, group shelters, playground, hiking trails and access to the South Santiam for fishing and swimming. Sunnyside County Park: 44930 Quartzville Drive, Foster. Located on the Northeast corner of Foster Reservoir just east of Sweet Home, Sunnyside Park has 132 campsites with electrical and water hookups and 20 sites with no hookups. Amenities include boat ramp, moorage, dog park, dump station, showers, group shelter, picnic areas, playground and sand volleyball court. Waterloo County Park: 39510 Gross St. Located 5 miles east of Lebanon off Highway 20, this year-round campground offers 60 sites that can be reserved and 60 that are first-come, first-serve; 100 sites with hookups (water/electricity), 20 sites without hookups. Situated on the banks of the South Santiam River, Waterloo Park offers water access for fishing and swimming, two boat ramps, as well as two playgrounds, hiking and group picnic areas that make this a great place for families. Whitcomb Creek County Park: Located on the shores of Green Peter Reservoir east of Sweet Home, approximately 9 miles from the intersection of Highway 20 and Quartzville, this 328-acre primitive county park has 85 reservable campsites with 39 primitive sites, one group camping area for up to 100 people with 25 picnic tables. Open April until early October, this park has water access along with a boat ramp for campers to utilize the park for a variety of water sports, bird watching, hiking, fishing and swimming are also popular activities.

BENTON COUNTY

Alsea Falls Campground: Bureau of Land Management campground 13 miles west of Monroe at Alsea Falls Recreation Site. Offers 21 overnight campsites and 15 picnic sites along the pristine South Fork 78

Alsea River. Campground offers: potable water, tent pads, fire rings, picnic tables and day use area. Although majority of camping is first-come, first-serve, a few sites are reservable on www.recreation. gov. Fall Creek trailhead offers mountain bike trails for all skill levels; with Green Peak Falls west of Alsea Falls along the trail. Benton Oaks RV Campground: 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. Located next to the Benton County Fairgrounds on Southwest 53rd Street in Corvallis, this park offers full hook up year round and tent sites from Memorial Day to October. Access to Bald Hill Trails: walking, jogging, hiking, biking and horseback riding. Great place to stay if visiting OSU. Shuttle on Beaver football game days available as well. Marys Peak Campground: Six tent sites are open from May through September at the Siuslaw Forest Service campground 14 miles west of Corvallis off Highway 34, no reservations. Each site is equipped with picnic table and campfire ring. Salmonberry Park and Campground: 16699 Salmonberry Road, Alsea. Located along the Alsea River west of Alsea, 28 campsites are open May 1 to Nov. 1, as well as one yurt and one cabin (available by reservation only). Campground has coin operated showers for campers. Park also includes boat ramp, nature trail, and picnic area with lots of grass/play area. No reservations are necessary for campsites; yurt and cabin need to be reserved.

Playgrounds ALBANY

Bryant Park: 800 Bryant Way SW Burkhart Park: 550 Burkhart St. SE Deerfield Park: 2627 Del Rio Ave. SE Doug Killen Friendship Park: 4990 Deer Run St. SW Draper Park: 756 29th Ave. SE Eads Park: Corner of Alco Street and Linn Avenue Eleanor Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St. SE Gibson Hill Park: 2880 Gibson Hill Road NW Grand Prairie Park: 2530 Grand Prairie Road SE Hazelwood Park: 1999 Queen Ave. SW Henderson Park: 833 Calapooia St. SW Kinder Park: 1326 Oak St. SE Lehigh Park: 3100 17th Ave. SE Lexington Park: 3000 21st St. SE Monteith Riverpark: 489 Water Ave. NW

Periwinkle Park: 2298 21st St. SE Pineway Park: 1592 Moraga Ave. SE Riverview Heights Park: 1901 Crittenden Loop NW Sunrise Park: 2275 Thurston St. SE Swanson Park: 712 Jackson St. SE Takena Park: 1101 Lawnridge St. SW Teloh Calapooia Park: 5950 Looney Lane SW Timber-Linn Memorial Park: 900 Price Road SE

CORVALLIS

Arnold Park: NW Harrison Blvd. On the west side of the city, at Harrison and Merrie avenues Avery Park: 1200 SW Avery Park Drive Bruce Starker Arts Park: 4485 SW Country Club Drive Central Park: 6500 NW Monroe Ave. Chepenafa Springs Park: 2800 NW Daylily Ave. Chintimini Park: 605 NW 27th St. Cloverland Park: 1605 NW 29th St. Coronado Park: NW Mirador Place and Coronado Street Franklin (school park): NW 15th Street and Taylor Avenue Garfield (school park): 1715 NW Dixon St. Grand Oaks Park: 6200 block of Southwest Trellis Drive Lilly Park: 865 SE Lilly Ave. Little Fields Park: 520 SW B Ave. Peanut Park: Seventh and D Street Porter Park: 1895 NW Hayes Riverbend Park: 750 SE Rivergreen Ave. Riverfront Commemorative Park: 2 NW First St. Tunison Park: 365 SW Tunison Ave. Village Green Park: 980 NE Conifer Blvd. Washington Park: 600 NW Seventh St. Wildcat (school park): 2701 N.W. Satinwood St. (Wilson School) Willamette Park: 1350 SE Goodnight Ave.

Running

ALBANY AREA

Bowman Park: Small Park with a nice nature trail at end of Geary Street Northeast in Albany. Bryant Park: West Albany Park with offroad running through trees and along the Willamette River. Monteith Riverpark: A starting point for many of Albanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s multiuse paths along the OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS Willamette River. Periwinkle Creek Path: Paved, flat path that runs along Periwinkle Creek from the northwest corner of Grand Prairie Park to the Albany Boys & Girls Club. Simpson Park: A 2.36-mile bark dust path divides the old mill ponds from the Willamette River. The path is tree-lined and well shaded in some areas.

CORVALLIS AREA

Avery Park: 1310 SW Avery Park Drive. Halfmile of wooded chip trail in south Corvallis. Excellent for bird watching as well with pheasant, hawks and Canadian geese often visible. Bald Hill Park: 6460 NW Oak Creek Drive. West of Corvallis on Oak Creek Road, 450foot elevation to the summit but views are worth the exertion. Approximately 5 miles of easy-to-rigorous dirt and gravel trails. Chip Ross Park: NW Lester Avenue. Offroad running with strenuous hills and expansive views in north Corvallis. Natural area features an easy-to-moderate 1.5 mile trail with access to many additional miles of trails in adjacent McDonald Forest. Circle Boulevard: A short scenic 1 mile multimodal path to Harrison Boulevard in northwest Corvallis. Starts at the west side of the intersection with Witham Hill Drive. McDonald Forest: Northwest of Corvallis, miles of logging roads on the Oregon State University Research Forest offer a variety of running possibilities. Entrances at Oak Creek, Lewisburg Saddle, Soap Creek and Peavy Arboretum. Martin Luther King Jr. Park: 4905 NW Walnut Blvd. Three-quarter-mile multimodal bike path and half-mile wood-chip running path through trees in northwest Corvallis. Willamette Park: 1350 SE Goodnight Ave. Several hiking-jogging trails branch off of a multimodal path that runs the length of the park and along the Willamette River.

Skiing

Mount Bachelor: The largest ski area in Oregon, known for its powder. Twenty-two miles west of Bend, 11 lifts, 101 runs, 3,365 vertical, 4,318 skiable acres. Average base: 150 to 200 inches. 1-541-382-1709. www.mtbachelor.com. Mount Hood Meadows: 50 miles east of Portland. Eleven lifts, 85 runs, 4,500 vertical, 2,150 acres. Average snowfall: 430 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

inches. 503-337-2222. www.skihood.com Timberline: Features longest skiing season in North America. 50 miles east of Portland on Mount Hood. Seven lifts, 41 runs, 3,690 vertical, 1,415 acres. Average base: 175 to 200 inches. 1-800-547-1406. www.timberlinelodge.com Mount Hood Ski Bowl: 52 miles east of Portland. Four lifts, four tows and one conveyor lift, 65 runs, 1,500 vertical, 960 acres. Average snowfall: 300 inches. 503-272-3206. www.skibowl.com Hoodoo Ski Bowl: Popular day trip for mid-valley residents. 75 miles east of Corvallis. Five lifts, 34 runs, 1,035 vertical, 806 acres. Average base: 175 to 200 inches. Also includes a tubing run. 541-822-3799 www.skihoodoo.com Willamette Pass: 70 miles east of Eugene, just off Oregon Highway 58. Four lifts and a magic carpet, 29 runs, 1,563 vertical, 555 acres. Average snowfall: 430 inches. 541-345-SNOW. www.willamettepass.com Ski Ashland: Just minutes off Interstate 5 near California border, 20 miles south of Ashland. Five lifts, 23 runs plus open bowl skiing, 1,150 vertical, 220 acres. Average snowfall: 265 inches. 541-482-2897. www.mtashland.com Anthony Lakes: Highest Oregon ski area in elevation, atop the Blue Mountains. 35 miles northwest of Baker City. One lift, one tow and one wonder carpet, 21 runs, 900 vertical, 1,100 acres. Average snowfall: 300 inches. 541-856-3277. www.anthonylakes.com Summit Ski Area: Open for 75 years, the oldest ski area in Northwest. 54 miles east of Portland on Mount Hood. One lift, three runs, 306 vertical, 70 acres. 503-272-0256. www.summitskiarea.com. Cooper Spur: 50 miles east of Portland. One double chair lift and one rope tow, 10 runs, 350 vertical, 50 acres. 541-352-6692. www.cooperspur.com Warner Canyon: 20 miles east of Lakeview. One triple chair lift, 780 vertical, 200 acres, 21 runs. Average snowfall: 150 inches. 541-947-5001. www.warnercanyon.org Ferguson Ridge: South of Joseph. One T-Bar and one rope tow, 8 runs, 640 vertical, 170 acres. Average snowfall: 25 feet. 541-398-1167. www.skifergi.com

State and Federal Resources

Finding unique, out-of-the-way places in Oregon and surrounding states has never been easier, thanks to the internet and all of the brochures available through federal, state, local and private bureaus. Checking with these sources first will enhance your outdoor experience by providing information on places to go, regulations, fees and other pertinent facts. A must-have for fully enjoying the outdoors is the “Oregon Atlas and Gazetteer” by DeLorme Mapping. It lists unique geographic areas, camping, boat launching, cycling and scenic drives and natural areas. For those who really want to get away from it all, information about 63 cabins — formerly used as fire lookouts or to house Forest Service Rangers — available for rent throughout 14 national forests in Oregon and Washington can be seen at www. fs.usda.gov/detail/r6/recreation or www. recreation.gov.

Passes

Northwest Forest Pass: Many public recreation lands in Oregon and Washington now require a Northwest Forest Pass. They’re available at all Forest Service offices, many retail outlets or on the internet. Daily passes cost $5; annual passes are $30. For more information, call 503-808-2468 or www.fs.usda.gov/main/r6/passes-permits. Oregon Pacific Coast Passport: Valid for entrance, day use and vehicle parking fees at all state and federal fee sites along the entire Oregon portion of the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 101) from Astoria to Brookings. It covers 17 sites, including the Marys Peak Recreation Area. An annual pass costs $35; a five-day vehicle pass costs $10. For more information, call 503-808-2468. Annual pass is also available by mail from the State Park Info Center, 800-551-6946. State Parks and Forests Oregon State Parks 1-800-551-6949 725 Summer St. NE, Suite C, Salem http://www.oregonstateparks.org/ Oregon Department of Forestry 503-945-7200 2600 State St., Salem 79

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National Forests

The U.S. Forest Service oversees a number of timberlands in Oregon to ensure environmental protection and commercial sustainability, but they are increasingly managed for recreational values as well. The offices for one of these: Siuslaw National Forest: located in Corvallis at 3200 SW Jefferson Way; phone: 541-750-7000. For detailed information on the location and features of all the national forests in Oregon, go online to www. fs.usda.gov/siuslaw. Bureau of Land Management The largest branch of the U.S. Department of the Interior manages 15.7 million acres in Oregon, generally grasslands, sage and other nonforested areas. The BLM, which is almost exclusively in the West, offers many campgrounds, boat ramps and trails into remote areas. For information on each district, see www.blm.gov/oregon-washington.

National Wildlife Refuges

Oregon has 21 national wildlife refuges where the primary concern is the protection of wildlife. Visitors are welcome, but check with individual refuges for seasonal restrictions, at www.fws.gov/refuges/. Listed below are three of the more popular refuges for Oregon visitors. Finley National Wildlife Refuge: 26208 Finley Refuge Road, Corvallis; 541757-7236; https://www.fws.gov/refuge/ william_l_finley/ Malheur National Wildlife Refuge: 36391 Sodhouse Lane, Princeton; 541493-2612; malheur@fws.gov Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge: 4009 Hill Road, Tulelake, CA.; 530667-2231. From Klamath Falls to Highway 140 to the Rocky Point Junction.

National Parks

Despite its many natural wonders, Oregon has only one national park: Crater Lake (P.O. Box 7, Crater Lake, OR 97604-0007; 80

541-594-3000). Generally, full access begins in June and continues through October. Entrance fees are: $25 (summer, May 13Oct. 31), $10 (Winter, Nov. 1 to May 12) – admits one private, noncommercial vehicle and all occupants, good for seven days. For additional fees: www.nps.gov/crla/ planyourvisit/fees. For more information, call 541-594-3000. Other Federal Recreation Areas: • Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (Hood River): 541-308-1700; www.fs.usda.gov/main/crgnsa/home • Crooked River National Grassland (Madras): 541-416-6640; www.fs.usda. gov/recrea/ochoco/ • Hells Canyon National Recreation Area (Enterprise): 541-523-6391; www. fs.usda.gov/detail/wallowa-whitman/ recreation • Newberry Crater National Volcanic Monument (Paulina): 541-383-5700; www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/ • Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area (Reedsport): 541-271-3611; www. fs.usda.gov/siuslaw • Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge (Tulelake, Calif.): 541-8858481; www.fws.gov/refuge/Upper_ Klamath/

Swimming Pools ALBANY

Albany Community Pool South Albany High School 541-967-4521 2150 36th Ave., SE www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ parks-and-recreation/pools/albanycommunity-pool During the summer, the pool is open Monday through Saturday. During the school year, it’s open during the evenings and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Adult lap swim times are 5:30 to 8 a.m., noon to 1 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., weekdays; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., on Saturday. Open swims are from 1 to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday; and 6:30 to 8 p.m., Monday. Family swim times are 6:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesday and Friday. The pool also offers swim lessons during the evening year-round and in the mornings during the summer.

The fees are $4.50 for adults, $4.25 for youth ages 18 and under, $4.25 for seniors ages 55 and over, $14 for families (up to 6 people, $2 per additional), and children age 3 and under are admitted free. Punch cards are available with 20 punches per card: $81 for youth, $85.50 for adults, $81 for seniors ages 60 and older. Yearly passes are available for $295 for adults, $275 for youth, $275 for seniors and $475 for families. COOL! Swanson Park Action Center 705 Railroad St., SE, Albany 541-917-7751 www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ parks-and-recreation/pools/cool-pool This outdoor facility, featuring an aquatic play area with slides, lazy river and splash equipment, with zero depth entry, is open daily during summer months, from the first Saturday after school is out, closing after Labor Day. Open recreational swims are from 1 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday; 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; and 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday. A number of swimming instruction and exercise classes are also available. Check the website for details. Daily admission fees for Albany residents are $5 for adults, $4.50 for youths ages 6 to 17 and $ 3.25 for younger children and $2 for observers. Punch cards (good for 10 visits) cost $45 (residents) and $54 (nonresidents) for adults, $40 (residents) or $48 (nonresidents) for youths ages 6 to 17, and $29.25 (residents) or $35 (nonresidents) for children 5 and younger. Season passes cost from $97.50 to $180.00 for individuals and $350 to $420 for families (up to four people). Mid-Willamette Family YMCA 541-926-4488 3201 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany www.ymcaalbany.org The pool at the YMCA is open year-round. Open swim times change seasonally. A one-day pass costs $15 for adults, $5 for youths ages 17 and under, $10 for seniors ages 60 and over and $25 for families.

CORVALLIS

Osborn Aquatic Center 541-766-7946 1940 NW Highland Drive, Corvallis OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS www.corvallisoregon.gov/osborn This facility features two indoor pools, an Olympic-sized pool and a small warm-water therapy pool, as well as an outdoor pool open only during the summer. The center offers swim lessons, exercise classes, open recreational swims and private pool rentals. Otter Beach features water toys, a water slide, water channel, diving boards. Lap swimming is available in the lap pool. Admission fees are $6 for adults 18 and over, $4 for youth ages 7 to 17 and $3 for ages 6 and under. Families are $6.50, plus $2.50 per extra swimmer Friday through Sunday. Aqua Fitness is $7. Go to the Osborn Aquatic Center website for more information on passes, private rental rates and current swimming schedules.

JEFFERSON

Jefferson Community Pool 541-327-3581 1298 N. Second St. www.jpnr.org/pool The pool is open only during the summer. Recreational swims are from 1 to 5:25 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday and weekends (open on Sundays only if the air temperature is 85 degrees or higher). Water aerobics are offered from 7:05 to 7:50 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Admission costs in district: $3.50 for adults; $3 for seniors; $3 for children age 17 and under. See website for additional rates and fees.

LEBANON

Lebanon Community Pool 541-451-8551 1800 S. Fifth St. www.lebanonpool.org The Lebanon pool is open year-round, seven days a week. Open swims are from 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday and 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday. Lap swims are from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 11 to 11:45 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday and 12:30 to 2 p.m., Sunday. Late lap swims are from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday General fee: $3.75 for adults; $3.25 for youth ages 17 and under, and seniors over age 60. Entry is free for children 5 and under, and $14 for families (4 people; addiOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

tional $2 for each person after 4). Nonresident general entry fee: $4.25 adults; $3:75 youth and $17 family. Annual pass fee: $190 for students; $255 for Adults; $185 for seniors; $225 for senior couples and $325 for families. Nonresident fee: $220 for students; $295 for Adults; $215 for seniors; $255 for senior couples and $370 for families.

PHILOMATH

Clemens Community Pool Philomath High School 541-929-3584 2054 Applegate St. www.philomath.k12.or.us/resources/clemens_pool Located within the Philomath High School Campus, the Clemens Community Pool is open year around to all community members, Monday through Saturday. Open swim is from 1 to 3 p.m., on Mondays (during the summer). Lap swims are 6 to 8 a.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 8 to 10 a.m., on Saturday. Check website for upto-date swim times and classes. Fee per visit: $2 Preschool (5 and under); $3 Students and Seniors; and $3.50 Adults. Punch Cards: $27.50/$55.00 Student/Senior (10/20 punches); $32.50 Basic 10-punch; and $65.00 Basic 20-punch.

SWEET HOME

Sweet Home Community Pool 541-367-7169 1641 Long St. Sweet Home Community pool is open year-around and offers swim classes for all ages. Lap swimming is from: 5:30 to 7:30 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 to 8:30 p.m., Monday and Wednesday. Recreation swim times are: 7 to 8:30 p.m., on Thursday. Family Swim is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Lap/Recreation Swim Fees: $3.50 for adults (18 and over), $3.25 for seniors (65+) and $3 for Student (4-18 years). Family fee (for up to 4 family members including one adult) are $10. Children 3 and under are free with paid adult.

Pickleball ALBANY

Hackleman Pickleball Courts: 654 Pine St. SE Albany Boys & Girls Club: 1215 Hill St. SE Albany Tennis Club: 1423 27th Ave. SW. (winter only)

CORVALLIS

Adams Elementary School: 1615 SW 35th St. Timberhill Athletic Club: 2775 NW 29th St. G3 Sports & Fitness: 5520 NW Hwy. 99.

Tennis ALBANY

Albany Tennis Club: 1423 27th Ave. SW., www.albanytennisclub.org. Four outdoor and three indoor lighted courts. Reservations: 541-926-2513. Burkhart Park: 550 Burkhart St. SE. One public court. Henderson Park: 833 Calapooia St. SW. One public court. Linn-Benton Community College: 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW. Four lighted public courts. South Albany High School: 3705 Columbus St. SE. Four public courts, two lighted.

CORVALLIS

Adair County Park: 7295 NE Arnold Ave. Located in Adair Village, two public courts. Cloverland Park: 1605 NW 29th St. Two public courts. Corvallis High School: 1400 NW Buchanan Ave. Four public courts. Crescent Valley High School: 4444 NW Highland Drive. Eight public courts. Oregon State University: Along Washington Way just north of Gill Coliseum and Prothro Field. Ten court tennis complex; six outdoor and four indoor courts with lighting. OSU identification required for use. Tennis West: 6880 SW West Hills Road. Two indoor, two outdoor private courts. 541-929-6212. Timberhill Tennis Club: 2775 NW 29th St. Six indoor, two outdoor private courts. Reservations: 541-753-1043. 81

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS

Four turtles sun themselves on a piece of wood on First Lake in Simpson Park. -Photo by:Mark Ylen

JEFFERSON Jefferson Middle School: 1344 N. Second St. Two public courts.

LEBANON Century Park: 375 W. Rose St. Three public courts. (Park is currently closed for renovations. Scheduled to reopen 2019) Lebanon High School: 1700 S. Fifth St. Six public courts. 82

Volleyball ALBANY

Eleanor Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St. SE. Sand court. Gibson Hill Park: 2880 Gibson Hill Road NW. Sand court. Linn-Benton Community College: 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW. Sand court.

CORVALLIS

Avery Park: 1310 SW Avery Ave. Grass courts. Chintimini Park: 605 NW 27th St. Four sand courts. Willamette Park: 1350 SE Goodnight Ave. Grass courts. Oregon State University: Dixon Recreation Center, 425 SW 26th St. Three sand courts. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Advocacy

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American Association of University Women http://corvallis-or.aauw.net/ AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Membership in AAUW is open to all graduates holding an associate degree or equivalent, baccalaureate or higher degree from a qualified educational institution. Student affiliation is also available.

Corvallis SURJ: Showing Up for Racial Justice 541-203-0842 Email: info@CorvallisSURJ.org www.CorvallisSURJ.org www.facebook.com/groups/CorvallisSURJ/ Local chapter of a national network that organizes white people to work for racial justice. SURJ provides a space to build relationships, skills and political analysis to act for change.

American Association of University Woman - Albany Email: sstein12345@comcast.net http://aauw-or.aauw.net/branch-locator/albany/ AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Open to women and men with degrees from universities, colleges and community colleges, plus free affiliate membership for college students attending C/U partner institutions.

Downtown Corvallis Association 541-754-6624 460 SW Madison Ave., Suite 9 www.downtowncorvallis.org Email: Jennifer Moreland, jennifer@ downtowncorvallis.org. Membership organization focused on improving and promoting the economic, aesthetic and cultural vitality of Downtown Corvallis as a regional center. Meets: 8 a.m., third Wednesday, Old World Deli, 341 SW Second St., Corvallis

Corvallis HOUR Exchange 541-224-7752 Email: info@HourExchange.org www.hourexchange.org HOUR Exchange is a network of local individuals & businesses using local currency as a tool to promote sustainable, community-based economics dedicated to the health of the local economy in and around Benton County.

Foster Grandparents Program 541-812-0849 1400 Queen Ave. SE, Suite 201, Albany Email: alucke@ocwcog.org www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability/foster/ Local seniors, 55 and older, who mentor and tutor students in Linn County schools. Sponsored by the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Corvallis Independent Business Alliance 541-752-0047 316 SW Washington Ave., Corvallis Email: info@corvallisiba.org https://www.facebook.com/CommunityIBA/ Voluntary, cooperative effort of independent local businesses that use education, networking, advocacy and citizen involvement to help the community prosper and contribute to a diverse, healthy and stable local economy. Corvallis/Albany Area NAACP 541-829-3023 P.O. Box 870, Corvallis, OR 97339 www.naacpcorvallisbranch.com Ensures the political, educational, social and economic equality of all people and to eliminate race-based discrimination. Meets: 7 to 8:30 p.m., second Thursday; Westminster House, 101 NW 23rd St., Corvallis or Albany Public Library, 2450 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Friends of the Albany Public Library 541-917-7580 www.library.cityofalbany.net www.Facebook.com/FriendsOfTheAlbanyPublicLibrary / Friends of the Albany Library promotes library usage, sponsors community programs, and raises funds for library materials and equipment. Board Meetings: second Tuesday, September-May Community programs: noon, second Friday, September-May Bookstore hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 12 to 3 p.m; Saturday 1 to 4 p.m. Friends of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 541-766-6793 645 NW Monroe Ave. Email: friends.thebestlibrary@gmail.com

www.friendsofthecbclibrary.org All-volunteer organization that raises money to enrich the public libraries of Alsea, Corvallis, Monroe and Philomath. Friends of the Sweet Home Library 541-367-5007 1101 13th Ave. Supports library programs and operates a used bookstore. Meets: 5:30 p.m., third Monday in January, March, May, July, September, November. Bookstore hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1200 Long St., Sweet Home Friends of Corvallis Parks and Recreation 541-752-2847 1310 SW Avery Park Drive, Corvallis info@lovecorvallisparks.org www.lovecorvallisparks.org Nonprofit organization supporting parks, recreation, Osborn Aquatic Center, the Senior Center and Majestic Theater Meets: 5 p.m., third Tuesday of each month at Corvallis Parks and Recreation, Main Office, 1310 SW Avery Drive, Corvallis. Majestic Theatre 541-758-7827 www.majestic.org 115 SW Second St., Corvallis City organization committed to operating Corvallisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Majestic Theatre (opened in 1913) as a quality performing arts facility. Mid-Valley Health Care Advocates P.O. Box 242, Corvallis, 97339 Email: mvhcad@gmail.com www.mvhca.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ MVHCA/ Mid-Valley Health Care Advocates is an allvolunteer, community-based organization that works to educate and advocate for decent, affordable health care for all Oregonians. Meets: 7 to 9 p.m., every fourth Monday at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 Circle Blvd., Corvallis Oregon Retired Educators Association, Linn-Benton Chapter 541-926-4680 Glen Harrison, president Email: gr.harrison@comcast.net www.oreaweb.com Promotes the social, professional and economic status of retired educators and encourages service to the community. 83

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Meets: 1 p.m., third Tuesday; call for location Oregon State University Hattie Redmond Women and Gender Center 541-737-3186 1700 SW Pioneer Place – Benton Annex https://dce.oregonstate.edu/wgc OSU Women’s Center serves as a campus focal point for projects directed at addressing women’s issues on campus, in the community-atlarge, and globally. An open community of leaders inspiring change, advocacy, resources, and opportunities to transform ideas into positive action. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Summer Hours: Monday through Thursday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; closed on Friday Out N About Youth 541-908-2474 Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/ ONAsupportourstudents Email: outnaboutyouth@gmail.com or cwhitlow7@gmail.com Adult-led group for Linn and Benton highschool-age lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, pansexual youth, offering a safe and welcoming environment to find support, understanding, friendship and information about LCBTQQIP issues. Meetings: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., every Thursday; First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis, Room 219-A. Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) 541-925-6544 Email: jgdriskell@aol.com http://www.jam-assoc.com/pflag/ Works to create an environment of understanding so lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender children can live with dignity and respect. Meetings: Usually 7 p.m., fourth Monday of the month (call to confirm); First United Methodist Church – Martha Room, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis Philomath Community Foundation P.O. Box 1000, Philomath, OR 97370 Email: info@philomathcommunityfoundation.com www.philomathcommunityfoundation.com/ Committed to serving the needs of youth and family; assisting the elderly; and fostering community service, including arts and economic development for the community and its citizens. 84

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon Leadership and Advocacy Team 541-344-2632 ext. 1056 Contact: Chelsea Jennings Email: chelsea.jennings@ppaoregon.org www.ppaoregon.org The political arm of Planned Parenthood engages in educational and electoral activity, including public education campaigns, grassroots organizing and legislative advocacy that will enhance and protect reproductive health care. Call if interested in getting involved. RSVP of Linn, Benton and Lincoln Counties 541-812-0849 1400 Queen Ave. SE, Albany Email: alucke@ocwcog.org or rsvp@ocwcog.org www.ocwcog.org/seniors-disability/ volunteers-advocacy/rsvp/ www.facebook.com/OCWCOG/ RSVP volunteers contribute their time and talents to local nonprofits that serve community needs. Sponsored by the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday

Arts

Art in the Valley Gallery 541-752-0811 209 SW Second St., Corvallis www.artinthevalley.net Cooperative operated by local artists from the Willamette Valley, featuring some of the finest artwork locally, making it the art destination south of Portland. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday Benton County Cultural Coalition P.O. Box 1504, Philomath, OR 97370 Email: bentoncoalition@gmail.com www.bentonculture.org Offers yearly grants to nonprofits in Benton County for the arts, humanities and heritage in order to create an active cultural life throughout Benton County with high-quality cultural experiences, accessible to everyone. Corvallis Art Guild 541-752-7659 Email: corvallisartguild@gmail.com http://www.corvallisartguild.net Provides local painters the opportunity to interact, improve skills and exhibit work. Membership is open to any Linn or Ben-

ton County resident who is interested in art (amateur, professional, student, collector) as well as those who appreciate art. Meets: 7 p.m., first Monday, except for August; First Congregational Church. 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis CALYX, Inc. 216 SW Madison, Suite 7, Corvallis Email: calyxpress@gmail.com www.calyxpress.org Nonprofit publisher of fine art and literature by women providing a forum for diverse and underrepresented writers and viewpoints. Gallery Calapooia 541-971-5701 222 W. First Ave., Albany www.gallerycalapooia.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/GalleryCalapooia Local cooperative art gallery started in 2013, located in downtown Albany in the Flinn Building. First Friday Receptions: 6 to 8 p.m., first Friday at the Gallery. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday Linn County Arts Guild Email: lcag97355@gmail.com www.linncountyartsguild.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ linncountyartsguild Encourages artists to come together, exchange ideas and develop a supportive culture throughout Linn County. Meets: 6:30 p.m. first Monday, at Gift and Gallery Store, 605 Main St., Lebanon Store Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday Memorial Union Concourse Gallery 541-737-6371 25th and Southwest Jefferson Street, 112 Memorial Union, Oregon State University, Corvallis Email: susan.bourque@oregonstate.edu www.mu.oregonstate.edu/gallery An arts gallery showcasing international, national and regional artwork; 8-10 changing exhibits per year. Hours: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 7 a.m. to midnight, Fridays; 7:30 a.m. to midnight, Saturdays and 10:30 to 11:00 a.m., Sundays. Vistas & Vineyards 541-929-4524 Email: vistasandvineyards@gmail.com http://vistasandvineyards.org OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS h t t p s : //w w w. fa c e b o o k . c o m / V i s tasAndVineyards/ Plein aire painting group, providing a comfortable opportunity for artists to work and develop skills by associating with others who work in various media, get to know each other, and find new paths to improvement – whether the artist is a beginner or a professional. Meets: Wednesday mornings, mid-May to mid-October at scheduled sites in the Willamette Valley. Call for more information.

Computers

Corvallis Macintosh Users Group 541-754-2684 4395 NW Elmwood Drive, Corvallis Email: cmugoffice@cmug.com www.cmug.com Mac users helping each other. Meets: 7 p.m. (Q&A); 7:30 p.m. (program), second Tuesday, at Grace Lutheran Church, 435 NW 21st St., Corvallis

Cultural

Filipino Association of the Willamette Valley 1211 NW 14th St., Corvallis http://thefilipino.com/filipino-community/ filipino-community-organizations/filipinocommunity-in-the-us-new-jersey-newmexico-new-york-north-carolina/filipinocommunity-in-oregon/ At OSU: www.osuibp.webs.com Open to anyone interested in knowing more about the Filipino people and Philippine culture.

Education

Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) 541-737-9405 4515 SW West Hills Road, First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Corvallis P.O. Box 923, Corvallis, OR 97339 Email: admin@academyforlifelonglearning.org www.academyforlifelonglearning.org ALL is a self-funded, peer-led organization that embraces lifelong learning opportunities. Please see website for current schedule of classes. The Arts Center 541-754-1551 700 SW Madison Ave. Email: info@theartscenter.net www.theartscenter.net The center runs art exhibits in two gallerOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ies, and an art shop; is a clearinghouse for art information and offers in-house arts classes with a summer program focusing on arts and cultural activities for children. Open: Noon to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday Benton Community Foundation 541-753-1603 660 NW Harrison Blvd. Email: info@ bcfgives.org www.bcfgives.org A local organization with deep roots in the community that has been partnering with donors since 1953, to advance the common good in the community, while looking after the most vulnerable and providing opportunities for young people. Benton County 4-H 541-713-5000 4077 SW Research Way, Corvallis http://extension.oregonstate.edu/4h/benton Informal, educational youth development program conducted by the Oregon State University Extension Service in developing leadership skills, learning by doing and becoming a lifelong learner. Open to all 5-19 year olds. Youth aged 5-8 are eligible to join the noncompetitive Cloverbud program. Meeting days, times and locations vary; check website for current information. Beta Sigma Phi Corvallis Chapter www.betasigmaphi.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/beta-sigmaphi-Corvallis-xi-gamma-xi-chapter Women’s international organization whose motto is: “Life, learning and friendship.” Corvallis Public Schools Foundation 541-757-5857 1555 SW 35th St., Corvallis www.cpsfoundation.org Uniting private donors and educators in a common effort to provide the best possible education for all students. Corvallis Toastmasters 541-829-9327 Email: vpm-7900@toastmastersclubs.org https://toastofcorvallis.toastmastersclubs.org/ Participation in Toastmasters improves public communication skills and subsequently listening, communication and leadership skills. Meets: 12:10 p.m. to 1:10 p.m., Tuesdays, at the Corvallis Chamber of Commerce, 420 NW Second St.

Oregon Association of Education for Young Children 800-452-3610 https://www.facebook.com/ORAEYC/ www.oraeyc.org Linn-Benton Chapter Rep: Linda Nelson, nelsonlindac@gmail.com Provides professional development and support for early childhood educators in order to promote high-quality, early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy and research. Oregon State University-Linn County Master Gardeners 541-967-3871 Email: linn.mg@oregonstate.edu www.LinnMasterGardeners.com 33630 McFarland Road, Tangent Master Gardeners are volunteers who are experienced gardeners, who receive horticultural training from Oregon State University Extension Specialists, agents and other Master Gardeners, and who want to share their gardening skill and training with others. Linn County Demonstration Garden: Open every day, dawn to dusk, March through October, Linn County Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road, Albany. Special Education Advisory Committee 541-757-3932 Contact: Bethany Henschied www.csd509j.net A resource group for parents who are interested in special education programs and resources provided by the Corvallis School District. Meets: Noon to 1:30 p.m., at the Western View Center, 1435 SW 35th St., Corvallis (dates listed on website). No meetings are held in September, December or June. Start Making a Reader Today (SMART) 541-600-8035 333 NW 35th St., Corvallis https://smartreading.org/about-smart/ local-offices/south-valley-area/ Volunteers read with students in preschool through third grade one hour a week during the school year. Volunteers needed at area schools; apply at website.

Environment

Audubon Society of Corvallis 541-752-0108 85

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Email: audubon.corvallis@gmail.com https://auduboncorvallis.org/ Promotes education and conservation of wildlife and the natural environment. Meetings: The third Thursday (SeptemberMay). 6:30 p.m. (social); 7 p.m. (chapter meeting) followed at 7:30 p.m. with guest lecture, at First Methodist Church, Wesley Hall, 11th and Monroe, Corvallis. Benton Soil and Water Conservation District 541-753-7208 456 SW Monroe Ave., Suite 110, Corvallis www.bentonswcd.org Directors, staff and volunteers provide education and technical assistance to landowners with conservation concerns. Visit website to contact office and view list of events and activities. Board meeting: 6:30 p.m., first Monday Build Lebanon Trails 541-409-1302 P.O. Box 2604, Lebanon, OR 97355 Email: blt@buildlebanontrails.com www.BuildLebanonTrails.com Monthly outdoor events promoting healthy living and connections between the neighborhoods and parks in Lebanon. Meets: 5:30 p.m., first Tuesday, open board meetings at Samaritan Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon Chintimini Wildlife Center 541-745-5324 311 NW Lewisburg Ave., Corvallis Wildlife emergency: 541-745-5324 www.chintiminiwildlife.org Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing care for injured and orphaned wildlife and educating the public. Conservation Biology Institute 541-757-0687 136 SW Washington Ave., Suite 202, Corvallis Email: info@consbio.org www.consbio.org Supports conservation of biological diversity through collaborative research, education, planning, and community service. Corvallis Environmental Center 541-758-9211 116 SW 4th Street info@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org Provides healthy and sustainable programs for local food and farming, nature 86

education, and energy conservation. Corvallis-Albany Farmers Markets 541-740-1542 www.locallygrown.org Email: landisr@peak.org Organizes and promotes outdoor farmers markets from mid-April to late November. See the “Leisure Activities” section for details on weekly markets. Corvallis Sustainability Coalition Email: info@sustainablecorvallis.org www.sustainablecorvallis.org A network of local organizations and individual volunteers working together to create a sustainable community. See website for meeting dates and events calendar. Linn Soil and Water Conservation District 541-926-2483 33935 Highway 99E, Suite C, Tangent Email: linn.swcd@oacd.org www.linnswcd.oacd.org Directors, staff and volunteers provide education and technical assistance to landowners with conservation concerns and to promote and facilitate the wise use of all natural resources. Meets: 7 p.m., the second Tuesday of the month. Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation 541-929-3011 Contact: Bill Richardson, brichardson@rmef.org www.rmef.org/Oregon The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has been in existence for more than 30 years. Its mission is to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife and their habitat and our hunting heritage. The Heart of the Valley chapter has been part of that goal for 20 years and has included some 40-plus youth at its annual fundraising banquets at the Boys & Girls Club of Albany. Cntact: Andrea Pierce, 541-220-9810 for further information. Friends of Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex 541-757-7236, ext. 224 26208 Finley Refuge Road, Corvallis Email: secretary.friends@gmail.com www.friendswvnwrc.org Support organization for local national wildlife refuges. Operates the Wild Goose Nature Store at the Finley Refuge Headquarters building. Store hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday through Sunday.

Greenbelt Land Trust 541-752-9609 101 SW Western Blvd., Suite 111, Corvallis www.greenbeltlandtrust.org Local nonprofit organization focused on protecting ecologically, agriculturally and historically significant lands in the midWillamette Valley: Benton, Linn, Marion and Polk counties. Marys Peak Group of the Sierra Club Email: rlwii47@gmail.com www.oregon2.sierraclub.org/marys-peak Active in conservation, trail work and politics. Outings and local hikes every week. Marys River Watershed Council 541-758-7597 101 SW Western Blvd., Suite 105, Corvallis www.mrwc.org Inspires and supports voluntary stewardship of the watershed. Native Plant Society of Oregon, Corvallis Chapter 541-753-0012 Email: co_president@NPSOregon.org www.corvallis.npsoregon.org Dedicated to the enjoyment, conservation and study of Oregon’s native plants and habitats. • Avery House Native Park Garden in Avery Park, 1310 SW Avery Park Drive, Corvallis Meets: 7:30 p.m., second Monday (October through June), Cordley Hall, Room 2087, on the OSU campus. Hikes are scheduled each month during the summer. 4-H Wildlife Stewardship Program 541-766-6750 4077 SW Research Way, Corvallis Email: wildlife.benton@oregonstate.edu http://oregon.4h.oregonstate.edu/links/ wildlife-stewards 4-H Wildlife Stewards assist students and teachers in creating, using and sustaining wildlife habitats on school grounds for science learning. William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge 541-757-7236 26208 Finley Refuge Road, Corvallis Email: williamettevalley@fws.gov www.fws.gov/refuge/william_l_finley/ The refuge offers trails and roads for hiking and driving, wildlife viewing and educational programs. Visit the website for more information or to contact the refuge. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Fraternal

Benton County Historical Society 541-929-6230 1101 Main St., Philomath Email: info@bentoncountymuseum.org http://www.bentoncountymuseum.org Nonprofit organization operates museum facilities in order to preserve the material and intellectual culture of Benton County. Eagles – Albany Aerie 2255 541-926-6622 or 541-928-7258 (auxiliary) 127 Broadalbin St., NW Facebook: www.facebook.com/Albany-Eagles-96500263939714/?rf=120530561292759 Social lodge for members and their guests. Supports many national, state and local charities. Lodge Meetings: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday

Elks

Benevolent protective fraternal organization committed to community service and charitable efforts. • Albany Elks 359. 541-497-1396; 124 Broadalbin St. SW, Albany Email: albanyelkslodge359@gmail.com Meets: 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 124 Broadalbin St. SW, Albany • Corvallis Elks Lodge #1413. 541758-0222, 1400 NW Ninth St., Corvallis Email: corvalliselks@comcast.net http://www.corvalliselks.org/ Fraternal, service, patriotic organization Meets: 7 p.m., Thursday. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. • Lebanon 1663. 541-258-3211, 41 W. Maple St., Lebanon Email: elksoflebanon@outlook.com https://sites.google.com/site/lebanonelks1663/ Meets: 7 p.m., Wednesday • Sweet Home BPOE 1972. 541-367-7806, 440 Osage St., Sweet Home Email: sweethomebpoe1972@comcast.net Meets: 7 p.m., Wednesday Fairmount Grange 252 541-224-6931 835 North Albany Road NW, Albany www.grange.org/fairmountor252/ Email: fairmountevents@gmail.com Family and fraternal organization with roots in agriculture and community service, promoting rural quality of life. Meets: 6:30 p.m., first Tuesday, at the Fairmount Grange Hall OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Independent Order of Odd Fellows 541-752-3023 223 SW Second St., Corvallis www.corvallisoddfellows.org Email: info@corvallisoddfellows.org Fraternal organization based on friendship, love and truth to provide charitable assistance to those in need. Meets: 7 p.m. first and third Tuesday; preceded by a 6 p.m. social hour at the Corvallis Odd Fellows Hall Knights of Columbus 822 Ellsworth St. SW, Albany http://uknight.org/CouncilSite/index. asp?CNO=1577 Fraternal service organization for Catholic men. Projects focus on church, family, community and youth. Meets: 7 p.m., first Wednesday (council business); 7 p.m., fourth Tuesday (council officers); 7 p.m., fourth Wednesday (Council Program) at St. Mary’s Church, St. John Vianney Room, 706 Ellsworth St., SW, Albany. Lacomb Grange No. 907 541-258-3259 34100 East Lacomb Road, Lebanon Email: dshdeck@aol.com Family, fraternal organization with roots in agriculture and community service, promoting rural quality of life. Meets: 7:30 p.m., second Friday, preceded by 6:30 p.m., potluck Marys River Grange 541-829-2907 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath Email: marysrivergrange@gmail.com www.marysrivergrange.org/ Family fraternal organization founded in 1867, with roots in agriculture and community service and the well-being of rural communities. Meets: 7 p.m. first Wednesday, preceded at 6:30 p.m., with potluck and social Morning Star Grange No. 311 541-905-4070 38794 Morning Star Road NE, Albany Email: morgrange311@aol.com https://www.facebook.com/Morningstar-Grange-180433628686182/ Family fraternal and community service organization rooted in agriculture that promotes well-being of rural and small-

town communities. Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday, preceded at 6 p.m., with a potluck Social day: fourth Saturday; call for time and location Masons/Freemasons (Knights Templar) • Knights Templar – Temple Commandry 3 541-753-4370 (office is not staffed on a full-time basis) Christian Masonic order. Meets: 7:30 p.m., fourth Thursday, Corvallis Masonic Lodge, 306 SW Madison Ave. • Corvallis Masonic Lodge No. 14 306 SW Madison Ave. 541-753-4370 (office is not staffed on a full-time basis) www.corvallislodge14.org Email: admin@corvallis14.org Fraternal body (AF&AM) welcomes all Masons and inquiries from aspirants to Freemasonry. Meets: 7:30 p.m., first and third Wednesday (September to June) • East Linn Masonic Lodge No. 44 725 S. Second St., Lebanon http://www.eastlinnlodge44.org Email: info@eastlinnlodge44.org Fraternal organization for men. Meets: 7:30 p.m., second Thursday • Ferguson Chapter No. 5, Royal Arch Masons (York Rite) 541-753-4370 306 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis Masonic Hall www.oregonyorkrite.org/gcramor_chapters.html Email: dh37strand@comcast.net Fraternal body of Master Masons who have advanced to the Royal Arch; other York Rite Masons and aspirants welcome. Meets: 7:30 p.m., third Monday (September to June) • Marys River Masonic Lodge, No. 221, A.F. & A.M. Email: marysriver221@gmail.com h t t p s : // w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / M a r y s - R i ve r - L o d g e - 2 2 1 -A FAM-229860980359876/ Fraternal lodge of Freemasons dedicated to service to community and country. Meets: 7:30 p.m., second Monday at Corvallis Masonic Lodge 14, 306 SW Madison Ave. • Oregon Council No. 2, Cryptic Masons (York Rite) 541-990-3771 87

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 306 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis Fraternal body of Masons who have advanced beyond Royal Arch in York Rite; other Cryptic Masons welcome. Meets: 7:30 p.m., third Monday (Sept. to June), Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 SW Madison Ave. • St. John’s Masonic Lodge No. 17 541-926-0818 431 First Ave. W., Albany https://www.facebook.com/St-JohnsLodge-17-Albany-OR-681235528588556/ Meets: 7:30 p.m., third Tuesday, Albany Masonic Hall, 431 First Ave. W., Albany Order of the Eastern Star 503-342-8911 Email: grandsecretary@oregonoes.org www.oregonoes.org The members of the Order of the Eastern Star are dedicated women and men who sincerely reflect the spirit of fraternal love and the desire to work together for good. • Albany, Barzillai #16 431 First Ave. W, Albany Meets: 1 p.m., second Saturday (except March); no meetings July and August • Lebanon, Marguerite #60 725 S. Second St., Lebanon Meets: 7 p.m., first Monday (except September); no meetings July and August Order of the Moose 541-451-8039 4070 S. Santiam Way, Lebanon Email: lodge1866@mooseunits.org Fraternal order with programs that encourage family participation involving sports, recreation and other activities. Royal Neighbors of America Camp No. 10748 541-367-5646 4003 Clark Mill Road, Sweet Home Meets: 11 a.m., third Tuesday, Sweet Home Genealogy Library, 1223 Kalmia St. Social Rebekah Lodge No. 73 Lodge: 541-929-2420 Contact: Colene Lamberty, 541-929-5318 148 N. 13th St., Philomath  Email: dlacy@msn.com http://www.oregonioof.org/rebekah-assembly.html Fraternal branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows 88

Meets: 7 p.m., second and fourth Wednesday. No meetings in July and August.

Historical

Albany Regional Museum 541-967-7122 136 Lyon St. SE Email: info@armuseum.com www.armuseum.com Volunteers help operate nonprofit museum and collect, preserve and exhibit local historical objects at the museum. Meets: 7 p.m., first Tuesday. Benton County Genealogical Society 1123 Main St., Philomath Mail: P.O. Box 1646, Philomath, OR 97370 www.bcgs-oregon.org/main-site/ We encourage and support family history research through association, inspiration and exchange of information. Meets: 10 a.m. to noon, second Saturday, September through June at the College United Methodist Church Social Hall, 1100 block of Main Street, Philomath BCGS Library Hours: 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Tuesday and Saturday; Benton County Museum Annex, 1047 Main St., Philomath Benton County Historical Society & Museum 541-929-6230 1101 Main St., Philomath Email: info@bentoncountymuseum.org www.bentoncountymuseum.org/ Dedicated to the preservation of local history and material relating to the county’s history and culture. Enriches lives through exhibitions and educational programs. Daughters of the American Revolution www.oregondar.org Promotes patriotic endeavors, historical preservation, education and scholarships. Also owns and operates three museums in Oregon. • Winema Chapter, Corvallis Email: pbender001@gmail.com www.winemachapterdar.weebly.com Meets: 11 a.m., first Wednesday. Consult website for meeting location and further information. • Linn Chapter, Albany Email: tamisneddon@gmail.com www.linnchapterdar.weebly.com/ Contact the website for more information.

• Santiam Chapter, Lebanon www.santiamchapterdar.weebly.com Meets: Noon, fourth Wednesday at Korner Kitchen, 940 S. Main St., Lebanon Lebanon Genealogical Society 541-258-4926 candmcook@comcast.net www.usgennet.org/usa/or/town/lebanon Meets: 12:30 p.m., first Friday; September through June, Lebanon Public Library Conference Room, 55 Academy St. Linn County Historical Society 541-466-3390 (museum) or 541-9673917 (Linn County Parks & Recreation) 101 Park Ave., Brownsville Email: lchm@co.linn.or.us www.linnparks.com/museums/linncounty-historical-museum Encourages the preservation of local, Linn County and Oregon h istory. All Linn County Historical Society sponsored programs are free and open to the public. Meets: 4 p.m., second Monday at the Linn County Historical Museum, 101 Park Ave., Brownsville Linn County Pioneer Association 541-466-5656 258 N. Main St., Brownsville Email: LCPA1887@gmail.com https://www.pioneerpicnic.com/home Hosts annual Linn County Pioneer Picnic, Oregon’s oldest continuous celebration in June at Brownsville Pioneer Park; also operates the Pioneer Picture Gallery, a collection of photographs that date from the late 1800s to the present. Call for meeting information. Monteith Historical Society 541-928-0911 or 800-526-2256 518 Second Ave. SW, Albany www.monteithhouse.org/ Dedicated to restoration and maintenance of Albany’s first frame-built house by the Monteith brothers. Call for meeting information. Scio Historical Society 503-394-2199 39004 NE First Ave., Scio Email: maintrain1800@smt-net.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ScioHistoricalSociety/ OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS To gather, preserve and make available historical objects of the Scio area. Meets: 6 p.m., third Tuesday, Scio Depot Museum, 39004 NE First Ave., Scio

and memory care facilities, schools, hospitals; anywhere people can use some affection and comfort from a dog. Contact for scheduled visits.

Scroggins Mill Rural Heritage 541-258-3237 280 W. Sherman St., Lebanon www.scrogginsmill.org/ Email: info@scrogginsmill.org Working to preserve a vital part of the agricultural history of Lebanon and surrounding Linn County and the future of agriculture and its possible effects on our culture. Meets: 7 p.m., second Tuesday, Appletree, 1890 W Main St., Lebanon Work Mill Parties: Noon to 4 p.m., third Saturday at Scroggins Mill, 280 W. Sherman St., Lebanon

Hobbies

Thompson’s Mill Preservation Society 541-602-4846 32655 Boston Mill Drive, Shedd P.O. Box 1, Shedd, 97377 Email: ronald.vanorden@gmail.com www.bostonmillsociety.org/ Nonprofit organization, in cooperation with Oregon State Parks and Recreation, formed to support the mill, along with buildings and grounds that comprise Thompson’s Mill State Heritage Site. Meets: 6 p.m., fourth Tuesday. Check posted agenda to verify time and location for each meeting. Willamette River East Neighborhood Association (WREN) Save Our Cumberland 541-908-8295 Cumberland Presbyterian Church 401 Main St. SE, Albany Email: michelletrevisiol@yahoo.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Save-Historic-Main-Street-Church-in-Albany-Oregon www.saveourcumberland.org Working to turn historic Main Street church in Albany into a community center.

Health care

Welcome Waggers Therapy Dogs Email: k9calling@yahoo.com www.welcomewaggers.com With over 25 years of service bringing cheer and lots of smiles, member teams visit retirement homes, assisted living OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Albany/Corvallis Coin Club Contact: Monte Mensing, 503-580-5211 Email: info@oregoncoinclubs.org www.oregoncoinclubs.org/clubs/albany.html Information on grading, pricing and storing world coins. Meets: 6:30 p.m., second Monday, Villas of Courtyard Village, Willamette Room, 1929 Grand Prairie Road SE, Albany. NOTE: Corvallis Club now meets with Albany Club. Albany Fitwalkers Walking Club Email: pjwesterberg@comcast.net www.albanyfitwalkers.org/ Sponsors family-oriented, noncompetitive walking events focusing on health, recreation and fun. Meets: 7 p.m., second Tuesday, Brookdale Villas Courtyard, Craft Room A, 1929 Grand Prairie Road SE, Albany. American Sewing Guild www.willamettevalleysewing.com Members include those interested in fashion, quilting, home decor and machine embroidery – anything that involves fiber and a needle. See the calendar on website for a complete list of events happening in your area. Albany Timber Twirlers 541-974-4978 738 SE Fifth Ave., Albany Email: http://www.angelfire.com/sd2/ timbertwirlers/ Mainstream Square Dance club with Plus tips and round dancing. Meets: 7:30 p.m., first and third Friday, September through May, Albany 1OOF Hall, 738 SE Fifth Ave., Albany Benton Bowmen 541-753-3729 35876 Blakesley Creek Road , Philomath Email: Bentonbow@juno.com www.bentonbowmen.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/BentonBowmen

Indoor recreational range shooting opportunities for archers of all interests and skill levels. The club also has an outdoor range near Wren for member use. See website for a complete list of events as well as membership information. Meets: 7 p.m., third Tuesday, at the outdoor range, 35876 Blakesley Creek Road, Philomath Brownsville Stitchery 541-466-5961 A community of stitchers, handwork and quilting circles. Drop-ins welcome; no admission fees. Meets: 1 to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Brownsville Community Library, Kirk Room, 146 Spaulding Ave. Chintimini Kennel Club Mail: P.O. Box 19, Corvallis, OR 97339 Email: secretary@chintiminikennelclub.com www.chintiminikennelclub.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/chintiminikennelclub/ To promote and maintain the form and function for which specific dog breeds were developed; and to encourage and facilitate responsible dog ownership for all dogs. Sponsors an annual dog show, Obedience, Rally and Lure Coursing event. Many events (Obedience, Rally, and Lure Coursing Ability Test) events are open to dogs of any breed. Meets: 7 p.m., third Tuesday, Benton County Fairgrounds Auditorium Conference Room, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. Presentation followed by club business meeting. Corvallis Society of Model Engineers 7155 NE Vandenberg Ave., Adair Village www.csme1959.org Model railroad club with HO gauge operating layout Meets: 7 p.m., Wednesday, at club building, 7155 NE Vandenberg Ave., Adair Village Evening Garden Club 541-231-5303 Mail: P.O. Box 315, Corvallis, OR 97339 Email: kathleen.rochester@gmail.com http://corvalliseveninggardenclub.org/ Growing friendships and sharing a love of plants, learning and gardening since November 1969. Meets: 6:30 p.m., first Monday, October through May, at Shepherd of the Val89

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS ley Lutheran Church Community Room, 2650 NW Highland Drive, Corvallis Corvallis Historic Auto Club 541-926-3972 Email: linharding47@aol.com www.corvallishistoricautoclub.com Encourages interest in classic cars, their preservation, restoration and related activities. Meets: 7 p.m., fourth Monday, at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Drive. Call to confirm meeting information. Corvallis Horseshoe Club 541-752-2167 1310 SW Avery Park Drive www.pitchwithus.com/oregon/orclubs.html Horseshoe pitching for fun and tournament play. Corvallis New Horizons Band 541-224-3428 or 503-838-4884 Email: contact@corvallisnewhorizons.band https://corvallisnewhorizons.band/ An adult concert band that welcomes and instructs players of all levels. Meets: 6:15 to 8:15 p.m., Thursday. Call for location information. Corvallis Square Dancers 541-754-7511 www.corvallissquares.co Mainstream and plus square and round dancing. Meets: 7 p.m., Second and fourth Saturday, First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis

regularly scheduled star parties, technical assistance and educational outreach for public and private groups. Meets: 7 p.m., second Tuesday, Scott Zimbrick Memorial Fire Station 5, 4950 NW Fair Oaks Drive, Corvallis Albany & Corvallis Bridge Clubs http://acbridge.org/ Feature ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge games for players of all levels and bridge lessons in a fun and welcoming environment. For game and lesson schedules, as well as other information, see the website or stop by the center for a printed schedule. • Albany 541-990-4243 or 541-791-9518 Two Rivers Market, 250 Broadalbin St. SW, Suite 215, Albany • Corvallis 541-740-1072 1931 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis Benton County Master Gardener Association 541-766-6750 4077 SW Research Way, Corvallis Email: Bentonmg@oregonstate.edu https://extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/ linn-benton Volunteers trained by Oregon State University to educate the gardening public on sustainable best practices.

Enduring A’s 541-926-3972 4914 Springhill Drive NW, Albany Email: linharding47@aol.com Enduring A’s Chapter, Model A Ford Club of America, for anyone interested in the preservation and restoration of the Model A. Meets: 7 p.m., first Wednesday, Albany Main Library, 2450 14th Ave. SE.

High Steppin’ Country Dance Club 541-491-3606 Email: hotcountry@comcast.net h t t p s : // w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / groups/116489045053651/ Country dance club formed to encourage and promote country/western dancing in the Willamette Valley. Dances: 7:30 p.m., third Saturday (except December on New Year’s Eve), Albany American Legion, 1215 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany Meets: First Monday of March, June, September and December; call for time and location of meeting.

Heart of the Valley Astronomers 541-766-6048 4950 NW Fair Oaks Drive Email: askhva@hvaastronomy.com www.hvaastronomy.com For those interested in learning, exploring and enjoying the night sky. Also have

Lebanon Garden Club 541-521-5677 Email: trudie@timeless-gardens.com www.lebanongardenclub.com Diverse group of people with the love of sustainable gardening informing and educating gardeners of all ages.

Meets: Noon, third Monday, The Santiam Place, 139 S. Main St., Lebanon Lebanon Pickleball Club 541-401-9780 38132 Vine St. Email: kaynorw@kaynor.net www.lebanonpickleball.com Pickleball is a wonderful way for the whole family to have fun and exercise. Meets: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam, 305 N. 5th Street, Lebanon Lebanon Square Circlers 541-401-9780 P.O. Box 671, Lebanon, OR 97355 Email: kaynorw@kaynor.net www.lebanonsquarecirclers.com Square Dance is a great way for the whole family to have fun and exercise Meets: 7:30 p.m., first and third Saturday (September through May); IOOF Hall, 20 Ash Street, Lebanon. Linn County Kennel Club 541-367-5042 www.linncountrykennelclub.com To further the advancement of all purebred dog breeds and educate the public through dog shows and obedience training. Classes are held most Tuesday evenings at the Linn County Fairgrounds and Expo. For information and registration, call 503-394-3693 or email suewileysweimies@aol.com Meets: 7 p.m., first Thursday, Sizzler Restaurant Meeting Room, 2148 Santiam Highway SE, Albany Linn County Lamb and Wool Fair 503-394-3389 38764 N. Ash St., Scio Email: lambfair@gmail.com www.lambfair.com Held the third full weekend in May, the fair features a street dance, car show, parade and a vendors’ area filled with food, games and more. The Northwest Champion Sheep Dog Trials are held in conjunction with the fair. Linn County Master Gardeners 541-967-3871 33636 McFarland Road, Tangent OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS https://extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/linn Volunteers trained by Oregon State University to educate the gardening public through free classes and annual garden tour in June. General meetings are different every month. Call for more information. Linn County Philatelic Society 414 12th Ave. SW, Albany larsonglf@mindspring.com A nonprofit group that buys, sells and trades stamps with members and collectors. Marys River Quilt Guild www.marysriverquiltguild.org/ Open to anyone interested in quilting. Monthly meetings feature speakers or small group presentations. Meets: 7 p.m., fourth Thursday; preceded by 6:30 p.m. social time; second floor, Benton County Historical Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. Mid-Valley Bicycle Club P.O. Box 1373, Corvallis, 97339 www.mvbc.com Email: info@mvbc.com Recreational club that emphasizes road rides and bicycle tours. Short and long road rides are planned every Saturday.

Email: office@anws.org The Northwest Steelheaders are a group of anglers unified in their desire to conserve the resource which they love. Seeking to achieve responsible and enjoyable sport angling with good access to healthy, abundant and sustainable fisheries in Oregon’s healthy watershed. Meets: 7 p.m., first Wednesday (except July and August), Albany Senior Center, 489 Water Ave. NW, Albany Oregon Equestrian Trails — Mid-Valley Chapter 541-929-2344 www.oregonequestriantrails.org (click on chapter, then Mid-Valley) Email: midvalley@oregonequestriantrails.org Statewide nonprofit organization established in 1970 for the development and maintenance of horse camps and trails in Oregon. Meets: 7 p.m., second Wednesday; preceded by no-host dinner at 6 p.m., Pop’s Branding Iron Restaurant, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany See website for information on how to become a member, events, and projects.

Mid-Willamette Amateur Radio Club 541-926-8342 1105 Washington, St., SW Email: n7eif@peak.org Informal gathering of “hams” to share common interests. Meets: 9 a.m., second Wednesday, Elmer’s, 2802 Santiam Highway SE, Albany

Rollin’ Oldies Car Club of Lebanon 503-884-9904 www.rollinoldies.org Email: rolinoldies@gmail.com Go to http://rollinoldies.org/contact/, for information. Club for owners of classic American-made cars produced before 1974. No four-wheel-drive trucks. Meets: 5 p.m., first Tuesday, American Legion, 480 S. Main St., Lebanon

Mid-Willamette Fly Fishers 541-231-8826 www.mwflyfisherman.worpress.com Email: scstratton@comcast.net Sponsors family outings, education about fly fishing and events. General Meeting: 7 p.m., second Tuesday, First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW Eighth St., Corvallis Board Meeting: 5:30 p.m., first Tuesday, 720 SW 4th St., Corvallis

Santiam Scrappers Quilt Guild www.santiamscrappers.wordpress.com Email: santiamquiltguild@yahoo.com Blog at http://santiamscrappers.wordpress.com Promotes interest in quilting history and technique while nurturing friendships and growing service opportunities. Meet: 10 a.m., fourth Saturday (no meetings in December), Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St., Lebanon

Northwest Steelheaders 541-971-1033 https://www.facebook.com/NorthwestSteelheaders/

Santiam Spokes, Inc. www.santiamspokes.net Email: santiamspokes@gmail.com Mail: P.O. Box 739, Lebanon, OR 97355

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Recreational bicycling club for cyclists of all ages and abilities, with moderate and enjoyable rides. Meet: 7 p.m., first Thursday, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway Rides: 9 a.m., every Saturday (plus other times during dry months) weather permitting. Valley Viewfinders Camera Club www.valleyviewfinders.com Email: info@valleyviewfinders.com A place to gather knowledge and the skills to help improve photographing techniques, participate in print competition and supportive image sharing. Visitors are always welcome. Meets: 7 p.m., second and fourth Thursday, Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. SE, Albany Willamette Valley Region of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America www.wvrvcca.org Local club of the international organization of Chevrolet enthusiasts encouraging the preservation and restoration of Chevy vehicles Meets: 10:30 a.m., first Saturday, Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd., Albany Wonderkeepers Storytelling Guild 503-394-3825 Contact: Joyce Griener Email: wonderkeepersstoryguild@gmail.com A group that enjoys telling, sharing, listening to stories, and learning about storytelling. Anyone interested in connecting with other storytellers can email or call.

Music

(See the “Music” section of the “Leisure Activities” chapter for information on area choirs, bands and music organizations.)

Parenting

Albany Area Moms Club 541-771-9039 Email: albanymomsclub@gmail.com www.momsofalbany.webs.com International support group for stay-athome moms, which offers support and play opportunities to moms and children in Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon, Philomath 91

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS and Jefferson. Call or email for calendar events and more information.

Politics

Benton County Democrats 541-250-0065 voicemail Email: bentondemocrats@gmail.com www.bentondemocrats.org Benton County Democrats is open to any registered Democrat in the county. Monthly attendance at meetings is welcome. Campaign headquarters open prior to general elections but otherwise do not have an office. Meets: 7 p.m., third Thursday (social hour at 6:30 p.m.), Grace Lutheran Church, 435 NW 21st St., Corvallis Benton County Republicans Email: bentongopchair@gmail.com www.bentongop.org Mail: P.O. Box 808, Corvallis, OR 97339 The Benton County Republican Central Committee encourages a fiscally responsible government that respects individual rights and personal freedoms; and share the goal of electing candidates that can further these objectives. Meets: Check website for current dates, times and locations of meetings. Benton County Republican Women 541-799-0777 http://bentonrw.blogspot.com Email: jean@bcrw.us Promotes political education, community involvement, women’s effectiveness, election of Republican candidates and increased Republican voter registration. Meets: 11 a.m., fourth Monday (check calendar for locations) City Club of Corvallis www.cityclubofcorvallis.org Email: info@cityclubofcorvallis.org A nonpartisan organization that explores community issues to increase understanding through civil discourse. Monthly programs: Noon to 1:15 p.m., second Tuesday (September through June, except December), Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis, 1112 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis League of Women Voters of Corvallis 541-753-6036 Email: evensonlahm@gmail.com 92

www.lwv.corvallis.or.us Encourages informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Meets: 7 p.m., second Tuesday (subject to change), Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. Check website calendar for current dates and for meeting details. Linn County Republican Party www.linncountyrepublicanparty.org Email: info.linn.republicans@gmail.com All Republicans are invited to attend the monthly meetings. Meets: 6 p.m., first Wednesday, Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany Linn County Republican Women 541-928-7745 Email: cloakley@outlook.com Active Republican women who enjoy politics and like to stay informed on issues. Meets: 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., third Wednesday; Cascade Grill, 110 Opal St. NE, Albany National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), BentonLinn Chapter 210 541-667-4355 www.narfe.org/site/or Email: christph@juno.com Represents the interests of retired and current federal employees at the national and state levels. Meets: 11:30 a.m., second Thursday (September through June), Sizzler Family Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway SE, Albany

Professional

American Association of University Women-Corvallis Branch www.corvallis-or.aauw.net Email: aauw4osu@gmail.com AAUW’s purpose is to enable college women to continue their own intellectual growth, and to further the advancement of women and girls by commitment to education, equity, leadership, and the value of women’s work. Delta Kappa Gamma Society International www.dkgoregon.weebly.com Email: dkgoregonstate@yahoo.com

A professional honor society for top women educators which promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. International Association of Administrative Professionals Email: yonemuj@linnbenton.edu Enhancing the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership development. Meets: 11:30 a.m., second Thursday. Check website for current program and meeting locations. Oregon Retired Educators Association, Linn- Benton Counties Unit 18 541-928-0931 www.oreaweb.com Email: gr.harrison@comcast.net Teachers, administrators, classified staff, board members and volunteers interested in education. P.E.E.R.S. www.corvallispeers.com Email: thethankyoupeople@comcast.net Professional, Education, Enhancement, Referrals, and Support (P.E.E.R.S.), is a group of businesswomen who own or belong to established and diverse companies in the Corvallis, Benton County area. Meets: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., Thursday mornings, unless otherwise noted.

Service

Albany Friends of the Library 541-917-7580 2450 14th Ave. SE, Albany Facebook: www.facebook.com/friendsofthealbanypubliclibrary www.library.cityofalbany.net/friendsof-the-library Promotes library usage, sponsors community programs, and raises funds for library materials and equipment. Board Meetings: second Tuesday (September through May) Community Programs: Noon, second Fridays (September through May) Used Bookstore Hours (Main Library): 1 to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday; noon to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday; and 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Albany Optimist Club 541-928-2054 Email: albanyoptimistclub@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/OptimistClub-Albany-Oregon-123087393398/ Youth programs and support for social agencies that help children and youth. Weekly Meeting: Noon every Tuesday at the Sizzler Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway SE, Albany (all welcome) Board Meeting: Noon, second Tuesday, at the Sizzler Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway SE, Albany (all welcome) Assistance League 541-757-1978 www.alcorvallis.org Email: info@alcorvallis.org Provides clothing and hygiene kits to school-age children through Operation School Bell; SAT review classes; dental education and care to eligible children; teddy bears for children in traumatic situations and clothing to emergency department patients when needed. Altrusa International, Inc. www.districttwelve.altrusa.org Organization doing community service locally and the world, with a focus on literacy and families. • Albany 541-840-5345 Email: altrusaofalbany@hotmail.com Meets: 6 p.m., second Wednesday, Cascade Grill, 110 Opal Court SE, Albany • Corvallis 541-740-1951 Email: altrusacorvallis@yahoo.com http://districttwelve.altrusa.org/corvallis/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/altrusaofcorvallis/ Meets: 5:30 p.m., first Wednesday, Corvallis Country Club, 1850 SW Whiteside Drive, Corvallis Beta Sigma Phi-Chi Chapter www.betasigmaphi.org Women’s social, cultural and service organization. Build Lebanon Trails 541-409-1302 Email: blt@buildlebanontrails.com www.buildlebanontrails.com Community service organization in LebaOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

non working with the community to develop paved trails. The goal is to build 50 miles of paved multiuse trails within the urban growth boundary of Lebanon. See website for more information on hikes. Meets: 5:30 p.m., first Tuesday, Samaritan Community Hospital Conference Room, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon Benton Habitat for Humanity 541-752-3354 4840 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis www.bentonhabitat.org Email: info@bentonhabitat.org Bringing people together to make decent homes achievable for everyone in our community. Business Enterprise Center 541-758-4009 460 SW Madison Ave., Suite 1, Corvallis www.thebec.com Email: thebec@thebec.com Business accelerator enabling the growth of companies and start-ups in a supportive environment. Christmas Storybook Land 541-926-3888 or 541-928-4656 www.christmasstorybookland.org Email: christmasstorybookland@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChristmasStorybook.AlbanyOR/ Nonprofit organization provides a free holiday display for all ages at the Linn County Fairgrounds from Dec. 6 through 20. Indoor forest wonderland displays 115 scenes of characters from nursery rhymes, fairy tales and family movies, two model train displays, a Victorian Village and Santa and Mrs. Claus. Volunteers are needed year-round to create and maintain scenes. Christmas season help is needed for scene set up and take down, operating event, and acting as Santa, Mrs. Claus and elves. Corvallis-Sister Cities Association www.sistercities.corvallis.or.us Email: CorvallisSCA@gmail.com The group aims to promote awareness and understanding, and to undertake activities that are beneficial to the people of both Corvallis and its sister cities: Gondar, Ethiopia and Uzhhurod, Ukraine.

Corvallis Jaycees, Corvallis Junior Chamber of Commerce 541-758-1301 Email: orstjcpres06@aol.com www.facebook.com/CorvallisJaycees/ The organization of choice for young people ages 18 to 41, providing direction and leadership to our communities and the nation. Meets: 7 p.m. first Thursday, Avery House Nature Center, 1200 SW Avery Park Lane Historic Carousel & Museum 541-497-2934 503 First Ave. W., Albany www.albanycarousel.com Email: Albanycarousel@gmail.com A volunteer community effort that created a carousel in historic downtown Albany. Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday; and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday.

Kiwanis Club

Worldwide community service organization dedicated to making communities a better place to live through service to youth and seniors. Albany • Albany Kiwanis P.O. Box 276, Albany, OR 97321 www.albanykiwanis.org Meets: Noon on Thursdays, Elmer’s, 2802 Santiam Highway SE, Albany • Takena Kiwanis Club Email: takena.kiwanis@gmail.com www.takenakiwanisalbany.com Meets: 7 a.m., Tuesday, Elmer’s, 2802 Santiam Highway SE, Albany Corvallis • Kiwanis Club Corvallis Email: barbmalloy11@gmail.com www.kiwaniscorvallis.org Meets: Noon Wednesday, El Sol de Mexico, 1597 NW Ninth St., Corvallis • Corvallis Sunrisers 541-738-2410 Email: kiwanissunrisers@comcast.net www.kiwanissunrisers.org Meets: 7 a.m., Thursday, Osborn Aquatic Center, 1840 NW Highland Drive, Corvallis Sweet Home • Kiwanis Club of Sweet Home Email: sweethomesweetride.director@ gmail.com 93

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS www.sweethomesweetride.com Meets: Noon Wednesday, The Point Restaurant, 6305 Main St., Sweet Home

Lions Club

Promotes and participates in various local community service efforts, especially youth projects and programs that improve sight and hearing for individuals both locally and internationally. Albany • East Albany Lions Club 541-928-0987 Email: memberprog@lionsclubs.org www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/albany_east/ Meets: 6:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday, Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany Corvallis • Corvallis Lions Club 541-224-6613 P.O. Box 1899, Corvallis, OR 97339 Email: midvalleylions@gmail.com www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/corvallis/ Meets: 6:30 p.m., first and third Wednesday, Corvallis Elks Lodge, 1400 NW Ninth St., Corvallis Central Linn • Central Linn Lions Club 611 W. Third St., Halsey Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/CentralLINN-Lions-Club-146803788718684 Meets: 6 p.m., second Thursday at the Halsey United Methodist Church, 611 W. Third St., Halsey Jefferson • Jefferson Lions Club 107 Main St., Jefferson 503-871-8329 Email: beaverfanatic@q.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/JeffersonOregon-Lions-Club-202637219772854 Meets: 6 p.m., second and fourth Wednesday, Jefferson Community Center, 107 N. Main St., Jefferson Lebanon • Lebanon Lions Club Email: ronpassmore@comcast.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/lebanonlionsclub Meets: noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday, Big Town Hero, 11 E. Ash St., Lebanon Mill City • Mill City Lions Club 503-551-2645 94

Email: skcooper67@gmail.com Meets: 6:30 p.m., second and fourth Wednesday, Mountain Edge Café, 320 NW Santiam Blvd., Mill City Philomath • Philomath Lions Club Facebook: www.facebook.com/ PhilomathLions Meets: Noon, Wednesday, Philomath Fire Department, 1035 Main St., Philomath • Scion Lions Club Email: nhallin@smt-net.com https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/scioor/ Meets: Noon, second Tuesday; 6 p.m., fourth Tuesday, Covered Bridge Coffee House, 38765 N. Main St., Scio Madison Avenue Task Force Email: info@MadisonAvenueTaskForce.org www.madisonavenuetaskforce.org Group seeks to enhance the pedestrian connection between OSU and downtown Corvallis along Madison Avenue. Meets: 4 p.m., first Tuesday (no meetings in August) at the First Presbyterian Church Library Room, 114 SW Eighth St., Corvallis Morningstar Grange 311 541-905-4070 38794 Morning Star Road NE, Millersburg Email: morgrange311@aol.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Morningstar-Grange Family fraternal/community service organization with roots in agriculture that promotes well-being of rural and small-town communities. Meets: first Tuesday, 6 p.m., potluck with business meeting at 7 p.m. Social night fourth Saturday. Card and game night in months with fifth Saturday. Call for time and location. OSU Craft Center 541-737-6371 350 Student Experience Center, Oregon State University, 2251 SW Jefferson St., Corvallis Email: CraftCenter@oregonstate.edu http://sli.oregonstate.edu/craft An adult arts facility with well-equipped studios and classes in multiple mediums. Public is welcome. Hours: Open 1 to 10 p.m., Monday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Open seven days per week, follows OSU academic schedule.

OSU Folk Club 144 NW Second St., Corvallis Email: butlerj47@comcast.net http://oregonstate.edu/osufolk Faculty women and wives united in friendship and service. Owns and operates the OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop. Meeting dates vary; check website. OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop 144 NW Second St., Corvallis Email: catharinawarnke@gmail.com https://osufolk.oregonstate.edu/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ OSUThriftShop Consigned/donated clothing, household items and more. Proceeds fund Oregon State University scholarships and community grants. School Year Hours (Sept. 4 through June) Hours Sales: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday Hours Consignments: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fridays. No consignments on Saturday. Summer Hours (Mid-June through early September) Hours Sales: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday. Hours Consignments: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Quilts from Caring Hands 541-286-8831 922 Circle Blvd., Suite 160, PMB #238, Corvallis (Mailing address) Email: mail@quiltsfromcaringhands.com www.quiltsfromcaringhands.com Makes and donates cheerful quilts to children at risk in the Benton-Linn-Marion county area. Meets: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, at the Philomath Scout Lodge, 660 Clemens Mill Road, Philomath Rebounders Booster Club 541-737-9311 Email: mat.kanan@osufoundation.org www.osubeavers.com (select Women’s Basketball) OSU women’s basketball fans who want to be involved and support the program through activities, membership fees, OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS fundraising, community outreach and events (October through May) related to the basketball schedule. Oregon Mid-Valley Road Race 541-497-1512 Email: omroadrace@gmail.com www.omroadrace.org Fun and fitness. Benefits Lions and local charities. Run event: Gobblers Revenge, 6:45 a.m., Thanksgiving Day, North Albany Middle School (see website for further information/registration)

Rotary Club

Worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian services, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, helps build goodwill and peace in the world and serves their communities. Albany • Albany Rotary 541-981-8228 www.rotaryofalbany.org Meets: Noon Tuesday, at Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany • Club of Greater Albany 541-740-1466 www.greateralbanyrotary.org Meets: Noon Mondays at the Linn County Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road, Albany Corvallis • Corvallis After 5 Rotary Club Email: corvallisrotaryafterfive@gmail. com www.rotarycorvallisafterfive.com Meets: 5:15 p.m., Tuesday at Tommy’s on 4th, 350 SW Fourth St., Corvallis • Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis Email: info@rotarygreatercorvallis.org www.rotarygreatercorvallis.org Meets: Noon Fridays, at the Corvallis Country Club, 1850 SW Whiteside Drive, Corvallis • Corvallis Rotary Club Email: guest@corvallisrotary.org www.corvallisrotary.org Meets: 11:45 a.m., Thursdays, Corvallis Country Club, 1850 SW Whiteside Drive, Corvallis • Philomath Rotary Club http://www.philomathrotaryclub.org/ OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Meets: Noon Tuesday, Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath Lebanon • Rotary Club of Lebanon www.lebanonoregon.rotary.org Meets: Noon Wednesdays, at Santiam Place, 139 S. Main St., Lebanon Sweet Home • Rotary Club of Sweet Home 541-367-7145 Facebook: www.facebook.com/sweethome-rotary-club-718377444888537 Meets: 11:45 a.m., Tuesdays, at the LBCC Center, on the Sweet Home High School Campus, 1661 Long St., Sweet Home Soroptimist International of Albany An international volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls, in local communities and throughout the world. Email: siofalbany@gmail.com www.sialbany.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/SIofAlbany/ Meets: 1 p.m., first and third Tuesdays, at Pings Garden Restaurant, 1206 NInth Ave. SE, Albany Zonta Club of Corvallis Email: zontacorvallis@gmail.com www.zontacorvallis.org Local and international organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service, advocacy, local scholarships and grants. Meets: 11:45 a.m., first Tuesday, at the Adair Clubhouse, 6097 NE Ebony Lane, Adair Village Willamette Nutrition Source, LLC 541-207-7205 744 NW 4th St., Corvallis Email: TSWaterhous@gmail.com www.willamettenutritionsource.com Private practice devoted to best evidencebased practices for treatment of eating disorders.

Social

Albany Pickleball Club P.O. Box 2035, Albany, OR 97321 Email: albanypickleball@gmail.com www.albanypickleball.com Organized in 2012 to promote the court sport of pickleball in the local area. Meets

at Eleanor Hackleman Park, spring and summer; and at the Albany Boys and Girls Club, late fall and winter. June to September: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday; 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Eleanor Hackleman Park, 654 Pine St., SE, Albany October to May: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday, Wednesday, Friday; Albany Boys and Girls Club, 1215 Hill St. SE, Albany Cost: $3 drop in; $20 punch-card for 10 sessions Albany Women’s Connection 541-905-3829 Email: sharon_enger@msn.com Fellowship open to all women with monthly meetings featuring special themes, guest speakers, music and brunch. Meets: 10 a.m., second Wednesday, Phoenix Inn, 3410 Spicer Drive SE, Albany Albany United Methodist Women 541-928-3505 1115 28th Ave. SW, Albany Email: info@albanymethodist.org www.albanymethodist.org/event Organizes fundraisers to benefit local missions including a holiday bazaar and crafts and baked goods at Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Meets: 9:30 a.m., first Wednesday, in the Fireside Room, 1115 28th Ave. SW, Albany Alpine Community Center 541-847-6028 25184 Webster Ave., Monroe Email: info@alpinecommunity.net www.alpinecommunity.net A variety of programs to strengthen and unite the community through arts, education and economic development. American Association of University Women https://aauw-or.aauw.net/ Open to all (including men) who hold at least an associates or equivalent, baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college or university. Advances equality for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. • AAUW of Albany Email: sstein12345@comcast.net 95

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS https://aauw-or.aauw.net/branch-locator/albany/ • AAUW Corvallis Branch Email: stephaniejorgensen@cmug.com https://corvallis-or.aauw.net/

tional organization, dedicated to uniting women motorcyclists and promoting a positive image. Monthly meetings and rides on second Sunday. Check website for meeting location and time.

Friendship Force of Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley Contact: Chris Duval, 917-218-0361 Email: fforegon@comcast.net www.fforegon.org or www.friendshipforce.org Friendship Force International exists in over 60 countries with over 300 clubs. The club does foreign and domestic home stays to promote world peace. Meets: 2 p.m., third Sunday. See web page for location.

Sports

Lavender Women (formerly Corvallis-Albany Lavender Women) 3000 Applegate St., Philomath https://www.facebook.com/pg/lavenderwomynchapters/about/?ref=page_ internal News, support and social events for LGBTQ+ women in Linn and Benton counties.

Benton Bowmen Archery Club 541-753-3729 Email: bentonbow@juno.com www.bentonbowmen.com A family-friendly archery club with a 50-acre outdoor range and winter indoor shooting. Check website for events and more information.

Lebanon Zenith Woman’s Club Contact: Joli Root, jolir@centurytel.net www.oregongfwc.org/lebanon-zenithwomans-club Organized in 1966 with 25 charter members. Club motto is Conceive, Believe and Achieve. Welcomes all women who have a desire to work toward the betterment of their community. Military Officers Club of Corvallis 541-752-7326 Email: chateaustegosaurus@att.net www.moaa.org/chapter/corvallis Fosters fraternal relations among current, former and retired officers of the uniformed services. Protects the interests of uniformed service personnel. Meets: 6 p.m., third Wednesday (January through October) at the Corvallis Country Club, 1850 SW Whiteside Drive, Corvallis Women in the Wind, Northern Women Chapter Email: witwnw@yahoo.com http://www.womeninthewind.org/ chapters.html Local chapter in Tangent, as part of a na96

Albany Women’s Golf Association 541-928-8338 905 Sprinhghill Drive NW, Albany Email: weberm72.75@gmail.com Women wishing to join a golf league and have fun. All abilities are welcomed. Season runs April through November. Tee Off: 8:30 a.m., every Thursday at the Golf Club of Oregon, 905 Springhill Drive NW, Albany.

Heart of the Valley Runners Email: hotvrunners@gmail.com h t t p : // w w w . h o t v r u n n e r s . com/?fbclid=IwAR1EQ45Cx78k9e8mUrBKZeAKlXQDjT iocTYLzja3L8Ls7FRt35ZqPsBbSg Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/hotvrunners Supports all levels of runners in their fitness and performance goals. See website or Facebook page for runs and workouts.

Veterans

American Legion Post No. 10 541-926-0127 1215 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany Email: albanypost10@gmail.com www.sites.google.com/a/albanypost10. org or www.legion.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/albanypost10/ Offers help for veterans in need; Honor Guard offers military rites. Post meeting: 7 p.m., second Monday (September through May) Public bingo: 12:30 p.m., on Sunday. Auxiliary meetings: 7 p.m., second Monday.

All-you-can-eat breakfast: 8:30 to 11 a.m., first Saturday; $10. PALS Dinner: 5 to 7 p.m., third Saturday; $8 per plate; $7 military and veterans. Hours: Open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday; 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday Call for time and place of blood drives. American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 10 541-926-0127 1215 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany P.O. Box 2335, Albany, OR, 97321 Email: alaunit10@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/alaunit10 Civilian patriotic service organization of women that supports the mission of the American Legion. Meets: 7 p.m., second Monday, at the American Legion Albany Home, 1215 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany American Legion Corvallis Post 11 541-974-2172 Email: vetstuff@comcast.net Organization of veterans who served during wars and conflicts. Meets: First Monday; Elks Lodge, 1400 NW NInth St., Corvallis Auxiliary meets: 11:30 a.m. Second Monday, Sept. through June, at Izzy’s, 2475 NW Ninth St., Corvallis American Legion, Santiam Post No. 51 541-451-1351 Facebook: www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionSantiamPost51/ Serves veterans and their families, children, youth and the community. Open to honorably discharged war veterans. Meets: 7 p.m., third Tuesday (September to June) at the Lebanon Legion Hall, 480 S. Main St. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday; 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

AMVETS

American Veterans supporting veterans, widows and their children, active in community service. Albany • Albany Post 15 541-990-7715 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Veterans Commemoration Association 541-981-2390 Email: albanyveteransdayparade@gmail.com www.albanyveteransdayparade.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/VeteransDayParadeAlbanyOR/ Organizers of Albany’s Veterans Day Parade, Veterans of the Year banquet and memorial service. Meets: • 6 p.m., second Thursday at Albany Eagles, 127 Broadalbin St. NW, Albany • 6 p.m., second Tuesday at American Legion Post 10, 1215 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany • Veteran’s Day Parade: 11 a.m., Nov. 10 through downtown Albany

Two of nine Monarch butterflies that were released at Riverfront Park in Corvallis during a climate rally in 2019. -Photo by: Mark Ylen Email: deansvicky05@gmail.com http://amvets.org/nationwide-presence/ Contact: Eldean Booth Meets: 6 p.m., first Wednesday, call for meeting location. Sweet Home • Sweet Home Post 13 541-979-6692 Email: mpfUSCG@gmail.com http://amvets.org/nationwide-presence/ Contact: Milton P. Farley Meets: 7 p.m., second Tuesday, at the VFW Hall, 580 Main St., Sweet Home Corvallis Elks Lodge #1413 541-758-0222 1400 NW Ninth St., Corvallis Email: corvalliselks@comcast.net www.elks1413.club Fraternal, service, patriotic organization Meets: 7 p.m., Thursday. Dinner: 5:30 p.m. Disabled American Veterans Willamette Chapter No. 17 541-967-1825 or 541-990-2006 Email: dav.willamette17@gmail.com OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

http://www.davmembersportal.org/ chapters/or/17/default.aspx Facebook: www.facebook.com/DAV-Willamette-Chapter-17-177436645647281/ Gives aid and support to hospitalized and disabled veterans and their families. Meets: 1 p.m., second Tuesday, at VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St. SE, Albany South Willamette Valley Honor Flight 541-979-3485 2217 40th Ave. SE, Albany Email: swvhonorflight@comcast.net www.swvhonorflight.org Honors and thanks WWII, Korean and Vietnam War Veterans for their service to the USA Veterans Lunch: 11:30 a.m., first Wednesday of each month at the Springfield (Gateway) Sizzler, 1010 Postal Way, Springfield Veterans Breakfast: 9 a.m., at Pops Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd., SE, Albany. See calendar on website for dates. Board Meetings: Noon, third Friday every other month. See calendar on website for dates and locations

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 584 Linn Post No. 584 and Auxiliary 541-928-7925 1469 Timber St. SE, Albany www.vfw.org/find-a-post Facebook: www.facebook.com/VFWPost-584-958175170972358/ Offers help for hospitalized and needy veterans and their families; sponsors high school Voice of Democracy scholarship and Patriots Pen youth essay competition; and helps with community Christmas basket program. Meets: 7 p.m., third Thursday, VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St. SE, Albany Veterans for Peace, Linus Pauling Chapter 132 Email: info@vfpcorvallis.org www.vfpcorvallis.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/vfpcorvallis/ Dedicated to raising awareness of the costs of war and seeking peaceful, effective alternatives. Meetings: Group has started meeting monthly with the local chapter of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF). Send email to: info@vfpcorvallis.org to join mailing list for notification of upcoming meetings Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 585 541-259-1482 Email: david@nwtruckingacademy.com A nonprofit organization promoting the camaraderie, welfare, health and knowledge for the Vietnam-era veteran. Meets: 6 p.m., first Tuesday, at Big Town Hero, 11 E. Ash St., Lebanon 97

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS

ommunities in the mid-Willamette Valley strive to be family-friendly. After all, nearly a quarter of the population in Linn and Benton counties is 18 or younger. From an emphasis on supporting education to the sports and recreational opportunities available here and the wide variety of youth activities offered all year long, it is obvious that mid-valley residents care about their children. The following organizations and programs aim to serve youths of all ages, from infants to high school graduates. In addition to the information listed below, be on the lookout for special sections such as Early Years and Summer in the City, which are published annually by the Corvallis Gazette-Times and Albany DemocratHerald and provide even more resources for families.

Community Programs BENTON COUNTY

Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis 1112 NW Circle Blvd. 541-757-1909 Email: info@bgcorvallis.org www.bgccorvallis.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ bgclubcorvallis The 40,000-square-foot Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis offers clubhouse activities for children ages 5 to 18 and features two separate gyms, an art center, games area, computer lab, digital design center, middle school teen center, high school teen center, and study lounges for elementary, middle and high-school age youth. The club also offers team sports programs, summer club from June through August, non-school day programs from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and a children’s dental clinic. For those parents who desire an after-

school program at their child’s school, the club offers a licensed child-care program, STARS, from after school to 6 p.m., at most elementary schools. • Office hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 2 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday • School Year hours: 2:45 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 1:30 to 6 p.m., Friday. A free daily dinner is available to all members. • Summer hours: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday For membership costs and fees, see website. Corvallis Parks and Recreation Department 541-766-6918 1310 SW Avery Park Drive Email: parks.recreation@corvallisoregon.gov www.corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec Facebook: www.facebook.com/CorvallisParksRecreation Corvallis residents receive catalogs twice a year in the mail during the year detailing the fall/ winter and spring/summer activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department for preschoolers through adults (catalogs are also available online.) Programs cater to a variety of interests from performing arts to sports and fitness. The department also hosts several field trips, especially during the summer, and special events including the annual children’s parade and Penny Carnival. • Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday; noon to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Closed on holidays. Corvallis Parks and Recreation Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) 541-766-6467 1310 SW Avery Park Drive Email: kiaya.melton@corvallisoregon.gov www.yvccorvallis.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YVCCorvallis

Students from many of the Benton County middle and high schools come together each school year to complete a variety of service projects through the local Youth Volunteer Corps. Service projects can include: helping at the Children’s Halloween party to raking leaves for seniors and those with disabilities to helping at the animal shelter. These one-time volunteer experiences give youth a chance to help meet the community’s needs. For more information about the program, see website. Philomath Youth Activities Club 541-929-4040 421 S. 19th St., Philomath Email: pyac@peak.org www.pyac.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/PhilomathYouth-Activities-Club-174726383088/ The Clubhouse is open for fourth to eighth graders from after school until 6 p.m. on school days. The club’s 6,000-square-foot building offers foosball, pool, air hockey, homework assistance, a computer lab, arts/crafts, an indoor basketball court, and a free snack each day. The organization also offers a certified after school child care program (STARS) for kindergarten through 12 years old, to include, various youth team sports, recreational activities and Fun in The Sun Summer Day Camp. Fees vary by activity. No child will be denied access to programs because of inability to pay. Financial assistance is available for program/registration costs. Check the website for more details on all of the club’s programs. • Hours: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; 1:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

LINN COUNTY

Albany Parks and Recreation 541-917-7777 333 Broadalbin St. SW

Corvallis’ year-round provider of sChool age programs and serviCes Age appropriate programs and dedicated spaces for elementary, middle and high school youth On site dental, medical and mental health clinics • Elementary and middle school sports programs Homework help, cooking classes, daily meals, art, music, games room and gymnasiums Open afterschool and on most non-school days

1112 NW Circle Blvd • www.bgccorvallis.org • 541.757.1909 98

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ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS Email: linda.booth@cityofalbany.net www.albanyparksandrecreation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ cityofalbany/ Residents receive a different catalog each quarter of the year detailing the many programs and activities sponsored by Albany Parks and Recreation. Online registration is now available on the website. The department offers various sports programs, classes, day camps and special events for preschoolers through teens, including the popular family River Rhythms concerts in Monteith Riverpark during the summer. • Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Boys & Girls Club of Albany 541-926-6666 1215 Hill St. SE Email: info@bgc-albany.org www.bgc-albany.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ bgcalbany/ The Albany club features five full-sized gymnasiums, classrooms, concessions and three computer and educational labs. It offers seasonal activities for kids of all ages, including coed soccer, volleyball, basketball, track, baseball and softball, plus free meals and snacks for kids, after-school programs, summer day camps (including those focusing on sports and computer and education skills) and teen nights. • Annual membership fee: $25 per child. Parent orientation is required. • Summer membership fee: $50 per week. • After school program: 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Friday. • Summer hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. • Office hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed for major holidays and open for most nonschool days. • Open early on early release days Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Santiam Lebanon 541-258-7105 305 S. Fifth St., Lebanon Email: info@bgcgreatersantiam.org www.bgcgreatersantiam.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ bgcgreatersantiam The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Santiam sponsors seasonal activities for youth of various ages, including a variety of team OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

sports. The club also has a game room, art room, S.T.E.M. lab, tech lab and an imagination station. A summer day camp is offered on a weekly basis through the end of August from 7:30 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday at $15 per day per child (breakfast is included). After noon, members can come to the club for free (lunch and snack and a variety of activities are included). • Membership fee: $30 per child. The membership year runs Sept. 1 through Aug. 31. • Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday • School year drop-in hours: 2:45 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday • Summer drop-in hours: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday • Non-School Days and Summer Camp: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Club Teen Center (middle school program) 541-258-2613 626 Second Ave., Lebanon Email: sam@bgcgreatersantiam.org • Hours: 2:45 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday • Early release hours: 12:45 to 6:30 p.m. Closed non-school days and holidays. The Vault (high school program) 177 Kees St., Lebanon Email: dylyn@bgcgreatersantiam.org • Hours: 3:00 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Closed non-school days and holidays Sweet Home 541-367-6421 890 18th Ave., Sweet Home Email: sarah@bgcgreatersantiam.org www.bgcgreatersantiam.org The Sweet Home club offers most of the same activities and seasonal sports that the Albany and Lebanon clubs offer. Club is closed non-school days and holidays. • Membership fee: $30 per year per child. Membership year begins Sept. 1. • Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. • Club hours: 2:45 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday • Early release days hours: 12:45 to 6:30 p.m. Mid-Willamette Family YMCA 541-926-4488 3201 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany http://www.ymcaalbany.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ ymcaalbany/ The Mid-Willamette Family YMCA is a values-based organization with a focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The new YMCA has two fullsized gyms, two racquetball courts, a family fun pool complete with water slide and lazy river, a 6-lane lap pool, two group fitness class studios, and an expanded weights and cardio center. The new weights and cardio center is equipped with brand new Matrix machines that allow users to track your workouts, listen to music, and surf the internet. Also offers personal training and health coaching programs. In addition, the YMCA has child care for kids 8 weeks to 13 years old, preschool classes, youth sports, swimming lessons, and many other fantastic programs. • Hours: 5 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.to 6 p.m., Saturday; 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday. • Fees: $5 for youth day pass; $10 for young adults ages 18-24; $15 for adults; $10 for seniors and $25 for families • Monthly memberships: $37 to $125.

Educational

4-H Youth Program A positive youth development program for youth ages 5-19, promoting and encouraging leadership, communication and community service skills. Sponsored by the Oregon State University Extension Service. 4-H runs from Oct. 1 to Sept. 30. Benton County 541-713-5000 4077 SW Research Way, Corvallis Email: Kelly.cotter@oregonstate.edu https://extension.oregonstate.edu/4h/benton Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/4hbenton?ref=hl • Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Linn County 541-967-3871 33630 McFarland Road, Tangent https://extension.oregonstate.edu/4h/linn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ tangent97389/ • Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Avery House Nature Center 541-758-6198 1200 SW Avery Park Drive Email: connie@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org Nature education programs for youth and their 99

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS families based in the Avery House at the edge of Avery Park in Corvallis. The center offers classes for preschoolers, summer day camps, in-service programs and field trips during the school year, plus family nature walks/programs in the spring and fall. Avery House also has live animal exhibits and can be hired to host small parties; call for a detailed schedule. Check website for activity costs, dates and times. • Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Community Before & After School Child Care Program (CAP) 541-967-9322 250 Broadalbin St. SW, Suite 255, Albany Email: albanycapdirector@gmail.com www.communityafterschoolprogram.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/CAP.Albany/ The Community Before & After School Child Care Program (CAP) is a safe, structured, quality environment for elementary age children and their families in the Albany area. CAP is the only state certified and licensed after-school child care program in Albany offering care before school starting at 6:45 a.m. and after school until 6 p.m. CAP also offers all-day care from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. for vacation days, including summer, to every socio-economic level in the community. In partnership with the Greater Albany Public School District, CAP serves all 15 elementary schools at 8 site locations. Additionally, CAP is a peanut, tree nut, and seafood free program accommodating children with severe food allergies. • Office Hours: Noon to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Community Services Consortium 541-928-6335 (Linn County - Albany) 541-752-1010 (Benton County - Corvallis) 250 Broadalbin St. SW, Suite 2A, Albany Email: info@communityservices.us www.communityservices.us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ CommunityServicesConsortium Programs include Linn Benton Food Share, utility and rental assistance, weatherization, plus work training for youth ages 14 to 24, alternative schooling, YouthBuild and the CSC Youth Garden. Currently, adult and dislocated worker job search assistance and work training is provided only in Linn County. • Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday 100

Destination Imagination 541-746-0135 Mail: 84229 N. Enterprise Road, Pleasant Hill, OR 97455 Email Contact: Joan Hladky, jhladky@ pleasanthill.k12.or.us https://oregondi.org/ The Destination Imagination program is a fun, hands-on system of learning that fosters students’ creativity, courage and curiosity through open-ended academic challenges in the fields of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), fine arts and service learning. Students K-12 form teams of 2-7 members and meet, usually outside the school day, to collaboratively solve one challenge and learn skills using Instant Challenges. Each challenge is designed to engage a student’s curiosity to explore emerging opportunities that will shape our future workforce. Teams may be formed by schools, community or faith-based organizations, or individuals who see the value of project based learning for their students. Solutions are presented at a tournament in early March. Training and support provided. First Robotics Team 1359 Email: frcteam1359@gmail.com www.scalawags.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ frcteam1359/ Inspiring interest and excitement in science and technology combined with highenergy competitions. • Meets: 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays at 550 S. Main Street, Lebanon Mid-Valley PTSA (Parent-TeacherStudent-Association) 541-259-4778 P.O. Box 3366, Albany, OR 97321 Email: ptaalbany@gmail.com www.oregonpta.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/MidValley-PTSA-1786503994998139/ Community group of parents and students working to help make every child’s potential a reality. • Meets at 6 p.m., third Tuesday of odd numbered months (January, March, May, July, September, November) at Elmer’s Restaurant, 2802 Santiam Highway SE, Albany. OSU Precollege Programs 541-737-9424 110 Snell Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis Email: precollege@oregonstate.edu

www.precollege.oregonstate.edu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OSUPrecollege-Programs-272888470658/?ref=search Oregon State University offers a full range of programs for kids in kindergarten through high school designed to open pathways to higher education though academic opportunities. OSU Science and Math Investigative Learning Experiences (SMILE) 541-737-0534 18 Gladys Valley Center, Oregon State University, Corvallis Email: SMILEprogram@oregonstate.edu http://smile.oregonstate.edu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ osu.smile.1 SMILE’s mission is to inspire and prepare minority, low-income, historically underrepresented, and other educationally underserved students from rural areas to graduate from high school, enroll and succeed in higher education, and pursue STEM careers. Parents for Education Plus (PE+) 541-307-0022 P.O. Box 1952, Corvallis, OR 97339 Email: parents4educationplus@gmail.com www.parentsforeducationplus.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/Parentsfor-Education-Plus-437530806449326/ Nonprofit volunteer organization interested in providing quality educational programs for children. STEM Academy 541-737-8139 110 Snell Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis Email: STEM.academy@oregonstate.edu http://stemacademy.oregonstate.edu To register for programs: https://apps. ideal-logic.com/stemacademy STEM Academy at OSU offers educational enrichment opportunities that provide K-12 youth a direct connection to the science, technology, engineering and math fields. Programs include summer camps, after-school science clubs, workshops and in-school outreach programs. Classes are small, hands-on, informal and project-oriented, and open to all interested students. The program enlists community professionals, OSU faculty and students to share their facilities, equipment and expertise in all of their programming. Start Making a Reader Today (SMART) 541-600-8035 or 877-598-4633 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS www.getsmartoregon.org Weekly reading program for students in preschool through third grade in elementary schools. Willamette Nutrition Source, LLC 541-207-7205 744 NW 4th St., Corvallis Email: TSWaterhouse@gmail.com www.willamettenutritionsource.com Private practice devoted to best evidencebased practices for treatment of eating disorders. Providing education, treatment and support.

Leadership

Boy Scouts of America Youth organization for boys 7 to 18 and coed organization for boys and girls ages 14 to 21 emphasizing leadership skills, personal growth and skill development through hands-on educational experiences, service, outdoor activities, friendship and fun. Benton County 541-485-4433 www.otcbsa.org Linn County 503-226-3423 www.cpcbsa.org Camp Fire Wilani 541-342-6338 Email: wilanicouncil@yahoo.com https://wilanicouncil.org/about-us/ Camp Fire, a coeducational organization, where boys and girls learn to play and work alongside each other and appreciate their similarities and differences in positive ways. Camp promotes self-esteem and self-reliance among young people, kindergarten through high school. Cub Scout Pack 322/Boy Scout Troop 322/Venture Crew 322 Contact: Jennifer Ramirez, 541-905-6339 Email: jenhall3@yahoo.com https://www.cpcbsa.org/calapooia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Calapooia-District-CPC-BSA-727169430648405/ The Scouting family serves boys and girls from Kindergarten through age 20. Cub Scout Packs are available for boys and girls in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Scouts BSA Troops are for boys age 11-18 with options for girls-only troops coming in 2019. Explorer Posts and Clubs are for boys and girls age 11-20 and are interest and/or career focused. Venture Crews are comprised of young men and women age 14-20 and often offer high adventure programs. Visit beascout.org for more information OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

on when and where these groups are currently meeting as well as local contact information. Or contact Jennifer Ramirez, Calapooia District Scout Executive at 541-905-6339 for more information. Girl Scouts of Oregon and SW Washington 800-522-8772 www.girlscoutsosw.org 800-338-5248 www.girlscoutsosw.org/join At Girl Scouts, girls in grades K-12 make friendships that last a lifetime while discovering the world around them, connecting with others, and taking action to make a positive difference. Adult volunteers provide safe and nurturing small group environments for Girl Scouts to have a blast exploring what it means to be a gogetter, innovator, risk-taker, and leader. International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, St. Marys Assembly #16 Email: StMarys16@oregonrainbow.org www.oregonrainbow.org Rainbow is a service organization that teaches girls ages 12 to 20 leadership and organizational skills while building lifelong friendships and serving the community. Rainbow gets girls ready for life. Meets: 4 p.m. second and fourth Sunday, Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 SW Madison, Corvallis International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, Mystic Valley #98LT Email: promise.pg6@oregonrainbow.org www.oregonrainbow.org Mystic Valley serves young girls, preparing them to serve their community and take up leadership roles. Rainbow Pledge teaches girls that their actions make a difference and that helping others is fun. Meets: 7 p.m., second and fourth Monday, Lebanon Masonic Lodge, 725 Second St., Lebanon Philomath Scout Lodge, Inc. 541-929-7619 660 Clemens Mill Road, Philomath Mail: P.O. Box 662, Philomath, OR 97370 Email: psli@peak.org www.philomathscoutlodge.org The lodge is a community meeting place situated on 58 secluded acres, where wildlife abound in a natural setting. Available for: weddings, corporate training/meetings, memorials, community events and youth groups. The facility includes indoor space(s) to accommodate between 16 and 299 people, a sports field, hiking

and viewing trails, a covered stage and sheltered picnic areas. Call to schedule a tour.

Preschool

Corvallis Community Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center 541-752-1274 Email: administration@corvallischildcare.org https://www.corvallischildcare.org/ CCCC has been serving the community for almost 50 years. Each center provides developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and nurturing environment that enhances the growth and learning of each child. Care is provided for children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Growing Oaks Center 541-207-3122 4000 SW Western Blvd., Corvallis Email: growingoaks@corvallischildcare.org Lancaster Center 541-753-0191 3285 NE Oxford Circle, Corvallis Email: lancaster@corvallischildcare.org Corvallis Environmental Center: Avery House NaturePlay Pre-School 541-758-6198 1200 SW Avery Park Lane, Corvallis Email: ahnc@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org/ ahnc/natureplay/ AHNC programs promote having fun in nature while absorbing scientific concepts through activities, adventures, games, exploring, and art. Playtimes: Natureplay a.m., 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday; Bilingual Natureplay p.m., noon to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Corvallis Indoor Park Presbyterian Church, 114 SW Eighth St. (corner of Eighth and Monroe), Corvallis Email: corvallisindoorpark@gmail.com www.corvallisindoorpark.org A parent cooperative that provides indoor, unstructured play areas for infants through kindergarten-age children under the supervision of their parents. Playtimes: Weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Ocober to mid-June. The park is open to members only. Corvallis Montessori School 541-753-2513 2730 NW Greeley Ave., Corvallis Email: lynne@corvallismontessori.org www.corvallismontessori.org 101

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS Providing Montessori education to children 15 months to 12 years. Programs for toddlers, preschool, and elementary. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Early Learning Center First United Methodist Church 541-928-4363 1115 28th Ave. SW, Albany Email: info@albanymethodist.org or lori@albanymethodist.org www.albanymethodist.org/preschool/ about-the-early-learning-center/ A nonprofit Christian year-round child care program: quarter-, half- and fulltime, for children ages 2½ to 5. Hours: 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday First Christian Pre-Primary School & Speech and Language Program 541-917-1931 432 Ferry St. SW, Albany Email: firstchristianprimary@gmail.com http://www.fcpreprimary.org/Preschool/ Welcome.html Preschool opportunity for 3- to 5-yearolds, including a speech and language enhancement class. Preschool classes: 9:05 to 11:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, Sept. through May. Kidco Head Start 541-451-1581 Administration Office: 300 Market St., Suite 200, Lebanon Email: kidco@kidcoheadstart.org www.kidcoheadstart.org Kidco Sites: https://www.kidcoheadstart. org/kidcosites Kidco Head Start/Early Head Start is a free infant/toddler and preschool program that serves families from Linn, Benton and Marion Counties. Enrollment is based on age, income and special need. The infant/toddler program serves pregnant women to children 36 months of age. The preschool program serves children who turn 3 or 4 years old on or before Sept. 1. Four-year-olds are given priority at most centers. Center Locations: Corvallis, Lebanon, Albany, Corvallis, Philomath, Jefferson, and Harrisburg (also serving Monroe). Infant/toddler program centers: in Corvallis, Albany, and Sweet Home and home-based programs in Corvallis, Albany, Sweet Home, and Lebanon. 102

Visit our website or call for more information on applying for the program or for information on partnering with Kidco. LBCC Parent/Child Classes 541-917-4884 Email: vanwhyd@linnbenton.edu www.linnbenton.edu/extended-learning/ family-resource-and-education-center/parenting-education/parent-child-classes/ Linn-Benton Community College offers a variety of “Live and Learn” courses for parents/ caregivers and children up to 5 years old with information, activities, songs and games focused on supporting young children’s development in a number of Linn and Benton county locations. LBCC Parent Cooperative Preschools 541-917-4884 Email: vanwhyd@linnbenton.edu www.linnbenton.edu/extended-learning/ family-resource-and-education-center/parenting-education/cooperative-preschools/ Preschool Cooperative for families and their 3, 4 & 5 year olds. Preschool activities foster growth, development and school readiness. Adults attend evening sessions and take turns assisting the teacher in the preschool. Parents expand their knowledge of parenting, and practice guidance and communication techniques. Little Beavers Preschool 541-754-8899 4940 NW Hwy 99W, Corvallis Email: growingup@littlebeaverspreschool.com www.littlebeaverspreschool.com Quality educational programs in a loving, homelike environment. Curriculum strengthens school-readiness skills. State certified and open year-round, Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Maple Lawn Preschool 541-917-7753 1950 Salem Ave. SE, Albany www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ parks-and-recreation/activities-classes/ maple-lawn-preschool Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/MapleLawn-Preschool/105789436222773 Preschool operated by the Albany Parks and Recreation Department, which serves children ages 3 to 5 by focusing on group interaction and skill building. (NOTE: Due to budget reductions, Maple Lawn Preschool is scheduled to close at the end of the 2019-2020 school year.) Old Mill Center Community Preschool 541-757-8068

1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis Email: contact@oldmillcenter.org www.oldmillcenter.org/preschool/ A unique, highly rated preschool for all children ages 3 to 6. Five-star rated through Oregon’s Early Learning Division. Those with special needs learn alongside children who are typically developing; enrollment available all year round including summer programming. OSU Child Development Center/Oregon Head Start Prekindergarten Program 541-737-2516 114 Bates Hall, Oregon State University, 110 SW 26th St., Corvallis Email: kathleen.mcdonnell@oregonstate.edu www.health.oregonstate.edu/child-development-center/preschool-program Offers programs for community and Head Start eligible families with children age 3 (by Sept. 1) to 5 years old (kindergarten-eligible). Children with special needs are welcome. Morning Classes: 8:15 to 11:30 a.m., breakfast and lunch Afternoon Classes: 12:30 to 3:45 p.m., lunch and snack Sundborn Children’s House Montessori Independent School 541-924-9480 1015 7th Ave. SE, Albany Email: info@sundborn.org www.sundborn.org Secure, stable community offering a rich research-proven early learning environment for children ages 2½ through 6.

Service

Morning Star Grange 311 541-905-4070 38794 Morning Star Road NE, Millersburg Email: morgrange311@aol.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Morningstar-Grange-180433628686182/ Family fraternal/community service organization with roots in agriculture that promotes well-being of rural and small-town communities. Meets: 6 p.m. first Tuesday for potluck, followed by a business meeting at 7 p.m. Call for time and location. Card and Game Night: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., fourth Saturday, at The Grange Philomath Lions Club www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/philomath/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/PhilomathLions/ The primary focus of the club is on sight and hearing by paying for eye exams, glassOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS es and hearing tests for people in need and by conducting eye exams for children in all Philomath area schools. The other focus is on financially supporting community and school groups and activities with funds derived from six major fundraising events. Meetings: noon to 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Independent Community Club, 31615 Fern Road, Philomath

Social

Better Kids Club 541-936-5980 Email: BetterKidsClub@gmail.com Better Kids Club works with at risk children giving them a safe place to meet and do fun activities, learn life skills, coping strategies as well as exploring their interests. The mission of the club is to “break the cycle of addictions” with a 100% goal of prevention. Meets: 5:30 to 7 p.m., second and fourth Monday. Contact for location address of meeting. Corvallis Young Life 503-616-6344 922 NW Circle Blvd., Suite 160 Email: corvallis.young.life@gmail.com www.corvallis.younglife.org/Pages/default.aspx 503-887-5436 (middle school/high school); 971-322-9358 (middle school); 541-231-5287 (high school); 503-250-3703 (college) Christian organization featuring weekly, monthly and seasonal events for middle school through college students.

Sports & Recreation

Albany Aquatic Association 541-981-8339 Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE Email: treasurer@albanyaquaticassoc.com www.albanyaquaticassoc.com w w w. t e a m u n i f y. c o m / H o m e . jsp?team=osaac Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlbanyAquaticsAssociation/ Year-round competitive swim team, with six swim groups, for youth 6 years and older, with experienced coaches. Tryouts for teams are on going. See website for swim meet schedule, practice times and events. American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Region 870 Email: rc@ayso870.org ayso.bluesombrero.com/region870 OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Facebook: www.facebook.com/AYSORegion-870-101257533294991/ AYSO Region 870 Serves the Youth of Linn County and North Albany, with teams based in Albany, Lebanon, Sweet Home, and Brownsville/Halsey. Fall and spring games are held at Timber-Linn Park in Albany, Cheadle Lake Park in Lebanon, and Central Linn Elementary in Halsey. Signing up before teams are formed in mid to late July is recommended. American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) of Benton County, Regions 149 Adams Elementary School Soccer Fields 1615 SW 35th St., Corvallis Email: ayso149@corvallisayso.org www.corvallisayso.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/corvallisayso/ Ages preschool to 18, quality skill development and games where kids play in a fun, family environment. Summer camps are held at Adams Elementary in Corvallis. Core fall and spring games: 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, at Adams Elementary, 1615 SW 35th St., Corvallis. Corvallis Aquatic Team 541-766-6306 Email: rhondasoule@corvallisaquaticteam.org w w w. t e a m u n i f y. c o m / H o m e . jsp?team=oscat Facebook: www.facebook.com/CorvallisAquaticTeam/ Swim team offering year-round professional instruction, training and opportunities for competition to Willamette Valley athletes of all ages, abilities and interest levels. Program available at Osborn Aquatic Center in Corvallis. Corvallis Sports Park 541-757-0776 175 SW Twin Oaks Circle Email: csp@corvallissportspark.com www.corvallissportspark.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/CorvallisSportsPark Year-round, multiuse facility that provides a safe and fun place to play sports. Lebanon Community Swim Club 541-451-8551 Email: lebanonpool@yahoo.com www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=oslcsc LCS is a youth swim team offering competitive swimming opportunities for girls and boys ages 6 and older. Swim practice times vary

depending on age group. Groups meet at the Lebanon Community Swimming Pool. Lil’ Kickers Child Development Program 541-757-0776 175 SW Twin Oaks Circle Email: csp@corvallissportspark.com www.corvallissportspark.com/lil-kickers A soccer development program for kids ages 1½ to 9 years old. The Little Gym of Corvallis 541-753-0950 958 NW Circle Blvd., Suite A Email: tlgcorvallisor@thelittlegym.com www.thelittlegym.com/corvallisor Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheLittleGymCorvallis Fun, noncompetitive gymnastics, sports, karate and dance classes. Ages 4 months to 12. Parent/child classes are available too. Little League Mid-Valley Little League P.O. Box 2033, Albany, OR 97321 Email: president@midvalleylittleleague.org www.midvalleylittleleague.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ MidValleyLittleLeague/ Mid-Valley Little League is a youth baseball and softball program, open to boys and girls ages 4-18 who reside in Albany, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Scio, Lacomb, Tangent, Millersburg, Halsey and Shedd. For seasons, registrations and boundary requirements, visit the website. Corvallis Little League P.O. Box 2109, Corvallis, OR Email: info.officer@corvallislittleleague.com www.corvallislittleleague.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/corvallislittleleague/ Youth baseball and softball programs with several different instructional and competitive divisions for ages 5 to 13. The regular season runs from spring into summer. A fall season is also offered for ages 8 and up, which begins in midAugust and runs through the end of October. Oregon Ki Society, Corvallis Dojo 541-757-2746 535 NW Fourth St., Corvallis www.oregonki.org www.corvallis.oregonki.org/ Provides training in Ki Development, Ki-Aikido and personal Kiatsu to the communities served. The Oregon Ki Society has had a dojo in Corvallis since 1978. Free introductory lessons are available for children, teens and adults. 103

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS OSU IMPACT 541-737-2176 123 Women’s Building, Oregon State University Email: Impact4Life@oregonstate.edu www.health.oregonstate.edu/impact For children with special needs. The program focuses on physical fitness, motor skills and aquatic skills. Meets: 5:30 to 7 p.m., Fridays during the academic school year; and 9:30 to 11 a.m. during the summer months. OSU KidSpirit Program 541-737-5437 125 Langton Hall, Oregon State University, 2450 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis www.kidspirit.oregonstate.edu Email: kidspirit@oregonstate.edu Facebook: www.facebook.com/KidSpirit. OregonState/ Join KidSpirit year round for gymnastics and archery programs; or on noschool days, join the staff at ACES mini day camps. Plan a special event, such as a birthday party, with rock climbing, art, or games in the many KidSpirit facilities. Timberhill Tennis Club 541-753-1043 2775 NW 29th St., Corvallis www.timberhilltennis.com www.facebook.com/Timberhill-TennisClub-198076138745/ Junior classes are available at the member-owned tennis club, with six indoor and two outdoor tennis courts. Adult instructional courses also are offered; the club sometimes hosts tournaments.

The Arts

ACT YouThespians Albany Civic Theater 541-928-4603 111 First Ave., W www.albanycivic.org/about-act/youth/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlbanyCivicTheater/ Theatrical training, on stage and off, for youth fourth grade to age 18. The Arts Center 541-754-1551 700 SW Madison Ave. 104

Email: info@theartscenter.net www.theartscenter.net Fostering creativity and engagement with the arts, to inspire personal growth and community well-being. Classes and camps for youth, sessions for home-schoolers, No School Day Camps and Summer Arts & Culture Camps. ART Through the Ages Craft Center, Oregon State University 541-737-2937 2251 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. Email: craftcenter@oregonstate.edu www.sli.oregonstate.edu/craft/summerartcamp Half-Day Summer Arts camp for grades 5-9 at the OSU Craft Center. Hours: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., July. Register through http://kidspirit.oregonstate. edu/. Cascade Performing Arts Center 541-258-2572 800 Harrison St., Lebanon Email: cpacdirector@aol.com www.cpac.weebly.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/dancecpac/ Year-round weekly classes and performance opportunities in tap, jazz, ballet, square dancing, adult fitness, tumbling, lyrical and hip-hop. Corvallis Youth Symphony Association 541-766-4903 Email: cysassoc@peak.org www.cysassoc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ Corvallis-Youth-Symphony-Association-133889170017203/ A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing students in grades 3-12 with opportunities for exceptional musical experiences. Signups, auditions and contacts throughout the year for students in the mid-valley. Creative Development Benton Center 541-917-4899 757 NW Polk Ave., Corvallis www.parentingsuccessnetwork.org/events/ creative-development/2018-10-04/ One-day-a-week art enrichment Corvallis class, with an emphasis on creative activities for 2 ½ to 5-year-olds and their parents/caregivers. In two evening

sessions, parents focus on understanding and planning activities that optimize children’s development. Elementary Strings Program 541-766-4903 Email: cysassoc@peak.org www.cysassoc.org/programs/es/ Provides beginning instruction in violin, viola and cello at local elementary schools. Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir 541-738-7888 425 SW Madison Ave., Suite D, Corvallis Email: hvccoffice@gmail.com www.hvcchoirs.org/ Choral singing and performance with music education, theory, and fun for grades two to 12. Runs from September to June with weekly rehearsals. For more information or a voice placement appointment, please call or email. Willamette Chamber Orchestra and Ensemble 541-990-4554 Email: penneywolff@me.com www.wcoae.blogspot.com/ Chamber orchestra composed of students in third through eighth grade in private, public and home schools throughout the Willamette Valley. Auditions held twice a year, weekly rehearsals and two concerts. Rehearsals start at the end of September. Year-round Story Times Email: AskAlbany@cityofalbany.net http://library.cityofalbany.net/children/ story-times/ Stories, songs and rhymes for kids of all ages. • Albany Downtown Carnegie Library 541-917-7585 302 Ferry St., SW Story time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday • Albany Main Library 541-917-7580 2450 14th Ave., SE Story time: Various times, Monday through Friday. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Calendar Of Events OCTOBER 2019

27: Portland Youth Philharmonic with guest soloist Joshua Ji: Beach’s “Symphony in E minor” and Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F major, David Hattner, conductor; 3 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Tickets: $5 all seats. Information/tickets: www. cosusymphony.org. 29-31: American Legion Haunted House, 5 to 9 p.m., Oct. 29; 5 to 9 p.m., Oct. 30; Noon to 9 p.m., Oct. 31; The American Legion Post 184, 339 N. Main St., Brownsville. Information: 541-401-0675 or email norman-simms@hotmail.com.

NOVEMBER 2019

1-3: Friends of the Albany Public Library, Used Book Sale. Over 10,000 gently used books, CDs and DVDs. Proceeds for both libraries’ children’s literacy materials, programs, and equipment. Friday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 3, noon to 2 p.m., Main Albany Public Library, Meeting Room, 2450 14th Ave., SE. Information: 541-917-7580 or visit www.facebook. com/fridnsofthealbanypubliclibrary or www.library.cityofalbany.net. 9: The 17th Annual Alpine Holiday Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monroe Grade School Gym, 600 Dragon Drive, Monroe. Art from 40 Oregon artists and artisans selling one of a kind creations; live music all day, food and holiday decorations for sale; raffle, face painting, book sale, farmers market, museum display and the Fabulous Funky Fashion Show. Proceeds go to support programs and events povided by the Alpine community Center. Information: Jeanne Lindsay, info@alpinecommunity.net. 9: Willamette Valley Concert Band Veteran’s Day Concert, 3 p.m., Lebanon High School, 1700 S. Fifth S., Lebanon. Free. information: https://wvcband.org/upcoming-concerts/. 10: Roy Zimmerman Concert: RiZe Up, 7 p.m., Unitarian Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. Ninety minutes of Roy Zimmerman’s original songs, a funny and forceful affirmation of peace and social justice. Admission: $20 Corvallis Folklore members; $22 nonmembers advance; $22 members at the door; $24 nonmembers at the door. Tickets are cash or check only. Information: 541-753-9224. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

16: Albany Indoor Swap Meet, 8 a.m., Linn County Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road, NE, Albany. Antique auto swap meet for cars, car parts, reproduction vendors and memorabilia. Admission: $5 general; $30 vendors. Information: 541-928-1218 or email albanyswapmeet@comcast.net. 24: Corvallis-OSU Symphony: Shostakovich “Symphony No. 10”; Kodaly “Dances of Galanta”; 3 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Tickets: $25-$35; free admission k-12 students and college student with current ID. Information/tickets: www.cosusymphony.org.

DECEMBER 2019

6: Corvallis-OSU Symphony: Holiday Concert; 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Tickets: $25-$35; free admission k-12 students and college student with current ID. Information/tickets: www.cosusymphony.org. 6-11: Corvallis Nativity Festival. Free yearly Christmas event of over 600 nativity displays. Dec. 6 through Dec. 9, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Dec. 10 and Dec. 11, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4141 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis. 6-20: Christmas Storybook Land, Linn County Fair and Expo Center, 4700 Knox Butte Road, Albany. Free indoor forest wonderland displays 120 scenes of characters from nursery thymes, fairy tales, and family movies; two model train displays; Victorian village, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Canned food donation for Fish of Albany accepted. Hours: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Special Hours: 2 to 8:30 p.m.; Dec. 13 and Dec. 20. Senior, veterans and special needs tours: Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; School tours: Dec. 10-13; 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Information: www.christmasstorybookland.org or email christmasstorybookland@gmail.com or call 541-974-5066. 12-14: Legacy Ballet presents: The Nutcracker, 7 p.m., Dec. 12, 13, 14; 2 p.m., Dec. 14, Russell Tripp Performance Center, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Corvallis. Annual holiday event directed by Heather Hill of Legacy Ballet, featuring local dancers of different ages, with young dancing mice to professionals in the lead roles. Admission: $15 reserved seating. Information/ tickets: www.linnbenton.edu/tickets.

17: The Emerald City Jazz Kings: A Holly Jolly Christmas, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, Austin Auditorium, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Admission: $30. Information/tickets: www.theshedd.org/divp/series. aspx?series=4056&event=4917. 21: Willamette Valley Concert Band Annual Holiday Concert, 2 p.m., Russell Tripp Performance Center, Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany. Free. Information: https:// wvcband.org/upcoming-concerts/.

JANUARY 2020

17-Feb. 8: Albany Civic Theater presents: “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder”, Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and Steven Lutvak; directed by Timothy John Kelley II and Ken Long. Performances, 7:30 p.m., Jan. 17, 18, 24, 25, 31, Feb. 1, 6, 7, 8; matinees at 2:30 p.m., Jan. 26 and Feb. 2, at 111 First Ave. SW. Information/tickets: http://www. albanycivic.org/. . 18: Corvallis Comedy Night presents: Todd Barry, 7:30 p.m., The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. Show contains adult language. No one under 18 will be admitted without parent or guardian. Tickets: $20. Information/tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index. php?actions=46&p=141. 19: Landscapes of the Rogue River Wars, 2 p.m., Lakeside Center of the Mennonite Village, 2180 54th Ave. SE, Albany. The Linn County Historical Society presents, Landscapes of the Rogue River Wars with photographer Rich Bergeman as presenter. Free. Information: gr.harrison@ comcast.net. 25-26: Majestic Readers’ Theatre Company presents “Strange Snow” by Steve Metcalfe, directed by Don Taco, 3 and 7 p.m., The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. Tickets: $11-$13. Information/tickets: https://app.arts-people. com/index.php?actions=49&p=153. 31-Feb 9: The Majestic Theatre presents Terry Pratchett’s “Guards! Guards!” 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. Tickets: $14-$16. Information/tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index. php?actions=52&p=165. 105

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7: The Emerald City Jazz Kings: It’s All Right With Me, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, Austin Auditorium, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Admission: $25. Information/tickets: www.theshedd.org/divp/series. aspx?series=4056&event=4923. 25: Corvallis-OSU Symphony: Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 1 and Paganini Variations for Piano, Christopher Yoon, piano soloist, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Tickets: $25-$35; free admission k-12 students and college student with current ID. Information/tickets: www.cosusymphony.org. 27: Shirley Andress: My Name is Barbra, The making of Funny Girl, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, Austin Auditorium, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Admission: $28. Information/ tickets: www.theshedd.org/divp/series. aspx?series=4053&event=4979.

MARCH 2020

7: Friends of the Albany Public Library wine tasting and silent auction benefiting children’s literacy programs, services and materials, 5:30 to 8 pm. Main Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. SE. Ticket holders receive wine glass, appetizers, five tasting tickets and auction opportunities. Cost: $30; 21 and older only; $5 raffle tickets. Information: 541917-7580 or visit www.facebook.com/ fridnsofthealbanypubliclibrary or email libraryuncorked@gmail.com. 21: Willamette Valley Concert Band Winter Concert, 2 p.m., Russell Tripp Performance Center, Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany. Free. Information: https://wvcband.org/ upcoming-concerts/.

APRIL 2020

26: 54th Annual Corvallis Auto Swap Meet and Annual Dust’em Off Car Show, 7 a.m., Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. Antique auto swap meet for cars and parts. Admission: $5; Vendors: $20; Car show registration: $10. Information: 541-926-3972, email linharding47@aol.com or visit www.corvallishistoricautoclub.com.

MAY 2020

19: Corvallis-OSU Symphony: Mahler: Sym106

phony No. 10, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Tickets: $25-$35; free admission k-12 students and college student with current ID. Information/ tickets: www.cosusymphony.org. 22: The Emerald City Jazz Kings: Diga Diga Doo, The Dorothy Fields Songbook, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center, Austin Auditorium, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Admission: $25. Information/ tickets: www.theshedd.org/divp/series. aspx?series=4056&event=4932 . 25: Willamette Valley Concert Band Memorial Day Patriotic Pops Concert, 4 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Free. Information: https:// wvcband.org/upcoming-concerts/.

JUNE 2020

5-7: 1-3: Friends of the Albany Public Library, Summer Used Book Sale. Over 10,000 gently used books, CDs and DVDs. Proceeds for both libraries’ children’s literacy materials, programs, and equipment. Friday, June 5, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, June 7, noon to 3 p.m., Main Albany Public Library, Meeting Room, 2450 14th Ave. SE. Information: 541-917-7580 or visit www.facebook.com/fridnsofthealbanypubliclibrary or www.library.cityofalbany.net. 6: Altrusa Jewelry Sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., First Methodist Church Community Building, 12th and Jackson Street, Corvallis. all proceeds go to community service projects. Information: 541-760-6042 17-28: Chintimini Chamber Music Festival. 20th annual classical music festival, to include professionals who grew up in the mid-Willamette Valley, in varied locations. June 17, 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., free interactive children’s concert; June 18, 12 p.m., Corvallis Public Library; 645 NW Monroe Ave.; June 19, 7:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis; June 23, 7:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis; June 25, 12 p.m., Corvallis Public Library; 645 NW Monroe Ave.; June 26, 7:30 p.m., Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis; Jun3 28, 4 p.m., Ashbrook School Theater, 40445 SW Research Way, Corvallis. Information: www.chintimini.org or call 541-753-2106.

JULY 2020

17-Aug. 1: Albany Civic Theater presents: “Moon Over Buffalo”, by Ken Ludwig; directed by Colleen Franzoia. Performances, 7:30 p.m., July 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 and Aug. 1; matinee at 2:30 p.m., July 26, at 111 First Ave. SW. Information/tickets: http://www.albanycivic.org/. 25-26: Majestic Readers’ Theatre Company presents “Putting it Together” music by Stephen Sondheim, directed by Michael Wren, 3 and 7 p.m., Majestic Theatre Community Room, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. Songs cleverly weave a tale of action and reflection on the subject of relationships. Tickets: $11-$13. Information/tickets: https://app.arts-people. com/index.php?actions=85&p=297.

AUGUST 2020

1: Albany Civic Theater presents: “Moon Over Buffalo”, by Ken Ludwig; directed by Colleen Franzoia. Performances, 7:30 p.m., July 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 and Aug. 1; matinee at 2:30 p.m., July 26, at 111 First Ave. SW. Information/tickets: http:// www.albanycivic.org/. 21: Albany Civic Theater presents: “Frozen Jr., ACT Summer Camp” Special Event, by Jennifer Lee, music & lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez; directed by Rebecca Douglas. Performances, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 21, 22, 28, 29; matinees at 2:30 p.m., Aug. 22 and 29, at 111 First Ave. SW. Information/tickets: http://www.albanycivic.org/. 29-30: Majestic Readers’ Theatre Company presents “Night, Mother” by Marsha Norman, directed by Dan Simmons, 3 and 7 p.m., Majestic Theatre Community Room, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. No-holds barred debate on the merits of suicide as a practical response to loneliness and disappointment. Tickets: $11-$13. Information/tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index. php?actions=88&p=309.

Birding

Corvallis Audubon Society 541-752-0108 Email: audobon.corvallis@gmail.com https://auduboncorvallis.org/ ASC hosts speakers, leads half-day birding walks to local areas, holds multiday field trips to regional birding areas, presents education programs for all ages, supOUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES ports conservation of birds, native wildlife and natural habitats.

Dancing

Whether you like ballet, salsa dancing, ballroom dancing, belly-dancing or oldfashioned square dancing, there are plenty of opportunities throughout the midWillamette Valley to join others with the same interest. In the weekly entertainment guide, The E, published Thursdays in the Albany Democrat-Herald and Corvallis Gazette-Times, dances are listed with the most current information. The following dance clubs and organizations often sponsor public dances and are always looking for new members. Also included are several area dance schools. Country Line and Couples Dancing Weekly dance with live music and refreshments. • Albany Eagles Lodge 541-990-5639 127 Broadalbin St. NW, Albany Email: eaglesclub@comcast.net All levels, all ages, food and drinks, Line and Couples 7:00 to 10:30 p.m., Thursdays. Admission: $4. • Corvallis Elks Lodge 541-758-0222 1400 NW Ninth St., Corvallis Email: halvorrw@yahoo.com Beginners Line Class, all welcome. 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Call or email for days and further information. Class: $3. • Linn-Benton Community College 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany Email: hotcountry@comcast.net Line Dance, Beginning Couples and Beyond Beginning couples Tuesdays; email for location and time. Admission: $4. • Peacock Bar and Grill 125 SW Second St., Corvallis Email: luke.rw.coomer@gmail.com All levels, Line and Couples Class (21 and over only). Admission: Free. 9:00 p.m. to 12 a.m., first and last Thursday. • Pineway Golf Course and Nightclub 541-258-8919 30949 Pineway Road, Lebanon Contact: Robyn Buchholz, rockinrobynsdanceanddj@yahoo.com All levels, Line Dance and Couples dance, 21 and over only. Admission: $4. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

7 to 10 p.m., Wednesdays (open dance begins at 8 p.m.). • Albany Timber Twirlers 541-926-5899 or 541-619-2848 Albany IOOF Hall, 738 SE Fifth Ave., Albany www.angelfire.com/sd2/timbertwirlers/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ groups/198612903512515 Mainstream lessons: 7 p.m. Tuesdays Timber Twirlers dance: first and third Fridays of each month (dark in June, July and August). Cascade Performing Arts Center 541-258-2572 800 Harrison St., Lebanon http://cpac.weebly.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/dancecpac/ Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tumbling classes and Dance Team from 3 years to adults. Corvallis Academy of Ballet 541-758-0180 108 NW Second St., Corvallis http://corvallisacademyofballet.com Founded in 1995, the Corvallis Academy of Ballet offers classes in classical technique, pointe, variations, men’s and partnering and also offers supplemental classes in character dance, modern dance, Chinese dance, yoga and body conditioning. Corvallis Belly Dance Performance Guild Email: corvallisbellydanceweb@gmail.com www.corvallisbellydance.org Information: Pat Spark, spark@peak.org; Sara Frazer, whobbit@hotmail.com; Tia Knight, missphantme@yahoo.com The Guild, which was founded in 1989, aims to provide a venue to foster performance, education and enjoyment of belly dance and music in Corvallis. The Guild hosts shoes frequently at the Old World Deli, 341 SW Second St., Corvallis Corvallis Dances of Universal Peace 503-547-3822 Email: revbonnie@hotmail.com www.dancesofuniversalpeace.org Simple, easy to learn circle dances honoring spiritual traditions from around the world. Meets: 7 to 8:30 p.m., second Thursday of every month at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis

Corvallis Folklore Society 541-231-0008 Email: contras@corvalisfolklore.org www.corvallisfolklore.org Cost: $8 to $10 at the door (sliding scale). Under 18 are free. Contra Dance to live folk music: third Saturdays (September to June); main dancing 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Location: Gatton Hall, First Congregational Church, 4515 West Hills Road, Corvallis Corvallis Square Dancers 541-754-7511 www.corvallissquares.com Founded in 1959, it’s a group of folks ranging in age from teens to 90-year-olds who enjoy traditional American round and square dancing to music and live callers. Open to singles and couples. Location: First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 West Hills Road, Corvallis. Regular dances: 7 p.m., second and fourth Saturdays Lessons: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3 through Dec. 13, $79; LBCC Benton Center, 757 NW Polk Ave., Corvallis. Hoolyeh Folkdancers www.hoolyeh.com Email: hoolyeh@aol.com A local dance group that dates back to the 1960s. International folkdancing for all ages. • Corvallis Meets: 7 p.m., first and third Sundays, in Gatton Hall of First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. Cost: $3 for members, $2 for children, $4 for nonmembers • Albany 541-967-8017 Email. grholcomb96@gmail.com www.albanyoregonfolkdance.weebly.com Admission: $4 Meets: 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., Tuesday nights at Holcomb Dance Studio near West Albany High School. Email or call for directions and information. Lebanon Square Circlers 541-401-9780 Email: kaynorw@kaynor.net www.lebanonsquarecirclers.com/ The Lebanon Square Circlers has been dancing since 1949. It is the second107

LEISURE ACTIVITIES oldest square dance club in Oregon. The club welcomes couples, singles and family groups. No previous dance experience is necessary and families are welcome. Dances: first and third Saturday of each month (September to June) at the Odd Fellows Hall, 20 E. Ash St., Lebanon. Pre-rounds at 7:30 p.m., squares at 8 p.m., and plus at 10:15 p.m. Lessons: 6:30 p.m., Sundays, beginning in Sept.; Lebanon IOOF Hall, 20 Ash St. First class is free. Legacy Ballet 541-791-9078 104 Main St., SE, Albany Email: legacyballet@q.com www.legacyballet.com Owned by Heather Hill, Legacy Ballet offers ballet, jazz, hip-hop, modern, tap and yoga training for ages 3 through adult. Pacific Tap Dance Company 541-928-2382 Email: nmtraina@comcast.net www.pacifictapdance.com Promoting tap dance in the Willamette Valley since 1989. Classes and performances begin in September. Group lessons: At the Majestic Theatre, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. Ages 6 to 60; beginner to advanced students. Private Lessons: Available at the North Albany studio; call or email for available times. Regional School of Ballet 541-286-4695 120 SW Third St., Corvallis Email: rsb.corvallis@gmail.com www.regionalschoolofballet.com/ Corvallis School of Ballet was founded by Shelly Svoboda’s first dance instructor, Robert Irwin of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. After dancing with the Eugene Ballet Company for six years, Svoboda purchased the Corvallis School of Ballet in 1987, renaming it the Regional School of Ballet. The company teaches beginner to advanced dance classes and hosts an annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Rumbanana Cuban Salsa Group Email: mike@rumbanana.org www.rumbanana.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/RumbananaSalsaGroup/ 108

Rumbanana promotes Cuban Salsa music and dance in Oregon by hosting dances and several levels of salsa classes throughout the year. Classes: 6 to 8:45 p.m., each new round of classes starts the first Tuesday, at the Havana Club, 126 SW Fourth St., Corvallis; 16 years and older welcome, no partner necessary. Cost: $50 per four-week session Timeless Afternoon Dance 541-327-3388 Email: willeb338@gmail.com Meets: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday afternoons, at the Albany Eagles Lodge, 127 Broadalbin St., NW, Albany. Do not have to be an Eagle to participate. Willamette Apprentice Ballet, Inc. 541-758-0180 108 NW 2nd St., Corvallis Email: snoopmeg@hotmail.com www.biggirlballet.com/ WAB is a Corvallis-based nonprofit student ballet company and the performing branch of Corvallis Academy of Ballet.

Libraries

Albany Public Library Main Library: 541-917-7580; 2450 14th Ave. SE Carnegie Library: 541-917-7585; 302 Ferry St. SW www.library.cityofalbany.net Hours Main: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday; 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Hours Carnegie: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays through Fridays at the Carnegie Library. Library Cards: Services and borrower cards are free to Albany residents with proof of residency. Those living outside the city limits must pay an annual nonresident fee of $50 per household. Evening Book Club: 7 p.m., first Tuesday of the month at the Main Library. Information: 541-917-7582 Modern Voice Book Club: Noon, third Tuesday of the month at the Main Library. Information: 541-917-7582. Hundreds of thousands of books, magazines, videos, CDs, tapes and more are available at Albany’s Main Library and historic Carnegie Library. Other resources

include wireless internet access, microfilm of Albany newspapers back to 1859, public information assistance by skilled reference staff during regular library hours and access to the libraries’ online catalog. The children’s area of each branch offers multiple weekly story times, two book clubs, downloadable books and databases, monthly kids’ activities and help with homework and research. Public meeting rooms and tutoring rooms are available. Genealogical resources are also available. Brownsville Community Library 541-466-5454 146 Spaulding Ave., Brownsville Email: library@ci.brownsville.or.us www.brownsvillecommunitylibrary.org Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday; 1 to 7 p.m., Thursday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Library Cards: Free to city residents with proof of residency. Nonresidents pay an annual fee of $20 per family or $10 for those 65 or over. Story and Craft Time: 11 a.m., every Friday. Parents and Pals Story time: 10:15 a.m., every Tuesday. The Self-Improvement Club, now known as the Brownsville Women’s Study Club, established the Brownsville library in 1911. The facility is a large one for the size of its service area, and it offers a wide variety of educational and entertaining reading and resource materials. Library patrons can enjoy a quiet, comfortable reading room or do research in the genealogy/history room. Computer stations are used by students and internet surfers. Summer reading program. Fridays are the best day to do genealogy research, because of the knowledgeable volunteers on hand that day. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Main Corvallis Branch 541-766-6793 Text: 541-326-0100 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis Email: askalibrarian@corvallisoregon.gov www.cbcpubliclibrary.net/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday. Library Card: Anyone who resides, works or goes to school in Benton County can OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES get a free library card upon showing verification of address and a picture ID. Others can purchase a card for $120. The Corvallis library system boasts an annual circulation of about 1.5 million items, including books, periodicals, books-ontape, videos, video games, DVDs, CDs and electronic information sources. A bookmobile regularly travels throughout rural Benton County to visit residents who otherwise would not have access to a library. Homebound patrons can get books delivered for free through the Diala-Book service. The library also offers an Ask-a-Librarian email service (or by phone or online chat), online catalog access to library cardholders, access to informational databases, downloadable audio books and wireless internet access. The children’s area features several computer stations, weekly story times, a summer reading program, book clubs and other activities for ages up to 18. Six self-checkout stations allow patrons to check out their own items, useful for those in a hurry. The library is assisted by Friends of the Corvallis-Benton Public Library, which provides support for library services and promotes the library as a community resource. The Friends also conduct the Random Review book discussion program that runs the second Wednesday of the month from September through June. Go to http:/friendsofthecdblibrary.org for more information. Philomath Community Library 541-929-3016 1050 Applegate St., Philomath www.cbcpubliclibrary.net/locationsand-hours/philomath/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ PhilomathCommunityLibrary Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday and Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday, through Saturday. Alsea Community Library 541-487-5061 19192 Alsea Highway, Alsea www.cbcpubliclibrary.net/locationsand-hours/alsea/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlseaCommunityLibrary Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Wednesday and Saturday; 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Monroe Community Library 541-847-5174 380 N. Fifth St., Monroe www.cbcpubliclibrary.net/locationsand-hours/monroe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ MonroeCommunityLibrary/?rc=p Hours: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday and Thursday; 1 to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday; Noon to 3 p.m., Saturday. Jefferson Public Library 541-327-3826 150 Second St., Suite B, Jefferson Email: jeffpl@ccrls.org www.jefferson.ccrls.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/jefferson-FOL Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday. Library Card: Everyone who lives within the Jefferson city limits can receive a free library card upon showing two pieces of identification: one must show their address; one must be a picture ID. Children under 16 must have a parent’s permission to get a card. Nonresidents can check out one item at a time for free or they can purchase a local option card for use only in Jefferson for $25. A full-service card good at all CCRLS libraries costs $60 per family per year. Free internet access is also available and a number of children’s programs are offered, including homework help and a summer reading program. The library is a member of the Chemeketa Cooperative Regional Library Service, which includes all libraries in Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties and which shares materials among the member libraries. The main website for CCRLS is www.ccrls.org. Lebanon Public Library 541-258-4926 55 Academy St., Lebanon Email: libraryinfo@ci.lebanon.or.us www.lebanonpubliclibrary.com/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday; 12 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Library Card: Photo ID and proof of residency are needed to apply for a library card. City of Lebanon residents pay for library services through property taxes; those liv-

ing outside the city limits pay $50 per year per household ($40 for seniors) for library cards. All library programs and in-library access to resources are free of charge. The Lebanon Public Library encourages lifelong learning by providing access to informational, educational and cultural resources. The library offers an inviting place to read, study or work, and a collection of more than 100,000 physical and digital items available – books (including audio books and downloadable e-books), reference materials, music CDs, videos, and a wide range of online resources as well. Story time for infants and preschoolers are offered weekly, as are cultural programs and a summer reading program for all ages. Free Wi-Fi and public access computers are available in both the adult and children’s area. The Lebanon Public Library is also a member of the Oregon Library Passport Program, which entitles our card-holders to obtain Passport library cards with limited borrowing privileges at all other member libraries throughout the state. Linn-Benton Community College Library 541-917-4638 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany Reference Desk: 541-917-4645 Student Help Desk: 541-917-4630 Email: libcircf@linnbenton.edu www.library.linnbenton.edu/home Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. (check website for summer hours) To use the library system: Proof of residency in Linn or Benton counties is required. LBCC’s library is open to all district residents. The library has open bookshelves for leisurely browsing, wireless computer access for personal laptops and a quiet study atmosphere. The library also provides computers and printers for drop-in access to the internet and other electronic information sources. Magazines, newspapers, tapes, videos, DVDs and copiers are available. Reserve materials for classes are provided for supplementary reading and viewing. The library staff offers assistance with information and research needs. During the school year, materials not available at LBCC can be obtained at no charge through interlibrary loans. 109

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Oregon State University Valley Library 541-737-3331 201 SW Waldo Place, Corvallis http://osulibrary.oregonstate.edu Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheValleyLibrary/ School Year Hours: 24 hours Monday through Thursday (OSU ID required midnight to 7 a.m.); 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday; 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday; 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday. Summer Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday; 1 to 6 p.m., Saturday; 1 to 9 p.m., Sunday. Library Cards: Oregon residents, members of the OSU Alumni Association, Friends of the Library and Extension volunteers 16 years of age or older can purchase an OSU Convenience Card for $1 along with proof of Oregon residency, proof of age, photo identification and a forwarding address. The Valley Library offers more than 1.6 million books and journals, electronic databases and an extensive reference section. It features several special collections, including the papers and memorabilia of twotime Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling and his wife Ava Helen Pauling; records of other important 20th-century science discoveries, including a section on atomic energy science; and a unique collection of Northwest art created by regional artists. The library also has portals to a Linus Pauling DNA website, an Oregon Explorer Natural Resources website, Oregon Multicultural Archives and an OSU Baseball Centennial website. Sweet Home Public Library 541-367-5007 1101 13th Ave., Sweet Home Email: rpeda@ci.sweet-home.or.us www.sweet-home.or.us/library s Facebook: www.facebook.com/ SweetHomePublicLibrary/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. Closed: Sunday, Wednesday and major holidays. Library Cards: Library cards are available to Sweet Home residents with proof of residency. Those without property in the city limits pay $35 per household. Children under 18 participating in the summer reading program receive a free library card for the summer. Sweet Home’s city library has a circulation 110

of about 38,000 items, including 1,400 videos, DVDs and CDs. The library receives a lot of support from the Friends of the Sweet Home Library, which sponsors three major fundraisers during the year. The Friends also sponsor the Bookends Bookstore, at 1234 Main St., to raise funds for the library. Other services include a summer reading program for children, and computer workstations for both adults and children to use. Harrisburg Public Library 541-995-6949 354 Smith St., Harrisburg Email: cspangler@ci.harrisburg.or.us www.ci.harrisburg.or.us/library Hours: The Harrisburg library will be temporarily closed for building renovations beginning March 25. Library services, such as the consortium to check out materials from other libraries, is available, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday at City Hall. Library Cards: Library cards are available to residents within city limits. Rural residents pay $25. Harrisburg’s city library has a circulation of about 12,000 books, 100 videos and 100 audio books. It also offers a variety of activities throughout the year, including reading events and speakers. Scio Public Library 503-394-3342 38957 NW First Ave., Scio http://ci.scio.or.us/library.htm Facebook: www.facebook.com/ScioPublicLibrary Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday and Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Library Cards: Library cards are available to Scio residents with proof of residency. Adult users living outside the city limits pay $30. Scio’s city library has a circulation of about 11,548 books, periodicals, audio and visual items. There is a summer reading program for toddlers through adults. The library also offers a variety of activities throughout the year, including a children’s story time, Chautauqua speakers and a weekly genealogy class.

Museums and Cemeteries

ALBANY

Albany Regional Museum 541-967-7122 136 Lyon St. S. Email: info@armuseum.com www.armuseum.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/albanyregionalmuseum/ Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday. Admission Suggested Donation: $2 general, $1 youth ages 10 and older or $5 per family. Under 10 and members, free. The Albany Regional Museum is a nonprofit organization that acquires, documents, preserves and interprets materials illustrating the history and development of Albany. The museum offers educational and historical exhibits and the Rod and Marty Tripp Reference Room, which holds historical information for Albany and the surrounding area, and a work space for research. Museum members and youth under 10 are admitted free. Veterans and active duty military members and their families receive free admission from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Historic Carousel & Museum 541-497-2934 503 First Ave. W. Email: albanycarousel@gmail.com www.albanycarousel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlbanyHistoricCarousel/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Admission: Free. Rides: $2 After 15 years of volunteer efforts, the carousel opened in August 2017 in downtown Albany with 30 hand-carved and handpainted animals. When the collection is complete, it will feature 52 colorful and whimsical creatures, including a giraffe, a tiger, a dragon, a salmon and a rooster. Monteith House 541-928-0911 or 800-526-2256 518 Second Ave. SW www.monteithhouse.org Hours: noon to 4 p.m., Thursday through Sunday, and by appointment. Admission donation: $3, adults and children. Group rate: $50 for non-open tours. This is the town’s oldest frame building, built in 1849 by Albany’s founders, Walter and Thomas Monteith. It is said to be OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES the most authentically restored pioneer home in Oregon and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

BROWNSVILLE

Linn County Historical Museum 541-466-3390 101 Park Ave. Email: lchm@co.linn.or.us https://linnparks.com/museums/linncounty-historical-museum Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ LinnCountyPioneerMuseum/ Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday (summer only). Group tours by appointment. Admission: Free, donations accepted. Tours: Moyer House tours are available on the hour from noon to 3 p.m., Saturdays and 2 to 4 p.m., Sundays or by appointment. Cost: $5 for adults, $1 for children. Housed in the Brownsville Train Depot and Southern Pacific railcars, the museum features an original Oregon Trail covered wagon, the Boxcar Theatre and an immense collection showcasing the history of Linn County. Also part of the museum is the Moyer House, the Italianate-style home of John and Elizabeth Moyer, two of Linn County’s early pioneers. The house was built in 1881 and has uniquely painted ceilings.

CORVALLIS

Mount Union Cemetery 541-740-2987 Email: Mt.Union@peak.org. 2987 Mount Union Ave. Mount Union Cemetery, establish in 1861, sits on land donated by Reuben Shipley, a freed slave. This historic cemetery is located on the southwest side of Neabeck Hill, on the border between Philomath and Corvallis. Mount Union Cemetery hosts one of the Quests established through Oregon Sea Grant. Further information: www.seagrant.oregonstate.edu/ education/quests.

HARRISBURG

Harrisburg Area Museum 541-995-4844 490 Smith St. Email: harrisburgmuseum@riousa.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Harrisburg-Area-Museum-123238521065869/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Winter hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

Saturday. Other days by appointment. Admission: Free, donations accepted. The museum houses a collection of pioneerera farm implements, antique tools and machinery to show what it took to make a living in the early years of the Harrisburg area. The 1916 Case steam tractor is certified to run in parades and public events. Besides the many tractors, patrons will find a 1910 Overland touring car and a 1923 Star touring car which was purchased brand new from the Harrisburg Garage. Step back in time and tour the pioneer schoolhouse, chapel and the 1867 James McCartney house, which contains many antiques and memorabilia from the area. There also is a collection of wooden miniatures by the late Bruce Witmer, which includes a farmstead, the Crater Lake Lodge and Noah’s Ark. Admission is by donation.

INDEPENDENCE

Heritage Museum 503-838-4989 112 S. Third St. Email: orheritage@ci.independence.or.us www.orheritage.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ IndependenceHeritageMuseum/ Hours: 1 to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday or by appointment. Admission: Free, donations welcome. The museum holds a large collection of artifacts, photos and memorabilia from the history of Independence, Monmouth and Buena Vista, including memorabilia from the 1959 Oregon Cavalcade, plus an impressive military exhibit. There is no wheelchair access at present.

MONROE

South Benton Communities Historical Association Museum 541-847-7226 140 S. Fifth St. Email: sbchamuseum@hotmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ South-Benton-Communities-Museum-302003543309665/ Hours: 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesdays; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the last Saturday of the month. Admission: Free, donations welcome. Monroe, Alpine, Bellfountain, Irish Bend and other area communities are featured in this museum, which opened in the fall of 2002. Its exhibits include artifacts from

pioneer days, a military display along with the history of more than 400 veterans, including photos of 300 of them, as well as information on area schools and displays related to the local logging industry. There is a special display honoring Bataan Death March survivor Eugene Davidson, whose family donated his Bataan book collection.

NEWPORT

Lincoln County Historical Society 541-265-7509 545 SW Ninth St. Email: director@oregoncoasthistory.org https://oregoncoasthistory.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ newportlincolncountyhistoricalsociety Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday through Sunday. Admission Pacific Maritime & Heritage Center: $5 for adults, kids under 12 are free. Admission Burrows House: Free, donations welcome. The Lincoln County Historical Society operates two museum: The Burrows House Museum (545 SW Ninth St.) and the Pacific Maritime & Heritage Center (333 SE Bay Blvd.), both in Newport. Both museums have gift shops. The society also has a research library at 545 SW Ninth St. that is open by appointment. All Historical Society buildings are wheelchair accessible.

PHILOMATH

Benton County Historical Museum 541-929-6230 1101 Main St. Email: info@bentoncountymuseum.org www.bentoncountymuseum.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ BentonCountyMuseum Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Admission: Free, donations welcome. The museum occupies a historic Georgianstyle brick building, constructed in 1867, with wings added in the early 20th century. It was the home of Philomath College from 1867 to 1929. Exhibits address a variety of cultural themes. The museum also maintains a year-round visual arts program, including an outstanding quilt exhibit, children’s art and shows by local artists. A research library is available (by 111

LEISURE ACTIVITIES appointment only) to help students, writers and other researchers. A small museum store specializes in books on Oregon history, genealogy and local history.

completely furnished turn-of-the-century rooms, including a kitchen, parlor and bedroom. Logging equipment from the same era is also on display.

SCIO

TOLEDO

Scio Historical Depot Museum 503-394-2199 39004 NE First Ave. Email: sciohistoricalsociety@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ ScioHistoricalSociety/ Hours May to October: 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m. to Noon, Thursday. Hours Yearly: 10 a.m. to Noon., Thursday. Hours are subject to volunteer availability. Admission: Free Mid-valley memorabilia and exhibits, with an emphasis on the Scio area, are displayed in the 1890 West Scio train depot. Run by the Scio Historical Society. The site also features a train caboose and picnic grounds.

SHEDD

Shedd Museum 541-369-2317 29990 First St., E. http://ormuseumassoc.dev.projecta. com/SectionIndex.asp?SectionID=51 Hours May through September: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. October through April by appointment. Admission: by donation. The old Shedd bank building contains artifacts and collections of the late Lucille Shedd and her brother Harold. The displays include community memorabilia, items from the Civil War and Oregon Trail eras and fine collectibles.

SWEET HOME

East Linn Museum 541-367-4580 746 Long St. Email: info@sweethomechamber.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/EastLinnMuseum/ Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday. Admission: Free, donations accepted. Exhibits and memorabilia, emphasizing the late 1800s and early 1900s in Sweet Home and east Linn County, are housed in the former Sunnyside School building, which later housed a church. There are 112

Toledo History Center 541-336-1203 208 S. Main St. Email: toledohistory@gmail.com Hours: Noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Admission: Free The center, which opened in 2005, is a private, nonprofit museum dedicated to the marine history of the area, as well as logging/timber and other aspects of the town’s formation. Yaquina Pacific Railroad Historical Society 541-336-5256 100 NW A St. Email: yprhs@peak.org www.yaquinapacificrr.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/yaquinapacificrr/ Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. This museum houses a 1922 steam engine and a collection of railcars. Yaquina River Museum of Art 541-336-1907 151 NE Alder St. Email: yrmaoffice@qwestoffice.net www.yaquinarivermuseumofart.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ YRMART/ Hours: Noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Yaquina River Museum of Art’s goal is to preserve, make public and promote an exhibition environment in which to demonstrate the power of art to inspire, educate and enrich lives; focusing on works of art generated by and about the land and people of the Yaquina River watershed region.

WALDPORT

Waldport Heritage Museum 541-563-7092 320 NE Grant St. Email: waldportmuseum@peak.org www.waldportmuseum.org Hours: noon to 4 p.m., Thursday, Friday,

Sunday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, or by appointment. Admission: Free, donations accepted. Exhibits include views of Native American history, the logging business, period clothing, cooking utensils and photographs. The museum is a 1941 Civilian Conservation Corps structure and it also houses a genealogical library.

Music

Chamber Music Corvallis 541-745-5185 Email: rverhoogen@mac.com www.chambermusiccorvallis.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ ChamberMusicCorvallis?fref=ts Chamber Music Corvallis was organized in 1958 and launched its first concert season in the fall of 1959. There are six concerts by European ensembles this season, which run from September through April. All concerts are at 7:30 p.m., on Friday, at First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW Eighth St., Corvallis. 2019-2020 61st season schedule: • Nov. 1: Ensemble Lucidarium: Macchine – Science and Music at the time of Leonardo da Vinci • Feb. 21: Mobius Guitar Trio: Ravel, Rodrigo, nance, Villalata, Gutierez-Bolio, Assad • March 20: Arcis Saxophone Quartet: Reich, Dvorák, Bernstein, Barber, Gershwin • April 3: Cuarteto LatinoAmericano: Mexican Romantic Quartets • May 8: Delphi Piano Trio: Cowell, Ravel, Beethoven Tickets can be purchased in advance at Grass Roots Bookstore and Troubadour Music (cash or check only) in Corvallis or order by telephone at 240-601-8992. Admission is free for K-12 students. See website for information on season tickets and discount programs. Chintimini Chamber Music Festival 541-753-2106 Email: dcaldwell26@comcast.net www.chintimini.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChintiminiChamberMusic/ Each year, Chintimini Chamber Music builds two weeks of chamber music around classical musicians who grew up in the mid-Willamette Valley and now have performing careers. Most concerts are at OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES 7:30 p.m., at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. This summer, trumpeter Garth Greenup returns to perform in Lebanon. All concerts are free to students. • 2020 Festival concerts: June 19, 23, 26 and 28 . • Special Children’s Concerts: Corvallis, Monroe, Lebanon Public Libraries and at OSU’s KidSpirit Watch GT, DH, Lebanon Express and www.chintimini.org for details. Corvallis Community Band 541-745-5843 7575 NW Hood View Email: matthes@comcast.net www.c-cband.org Facebook: https://www.faceb o o k .co m /Co rva l l i s - Co m m u n i tyBand-166320113452952 The Corvallis Community Band began as part of the 1976 bicentennial celebration. In 1980, the band began its summer evening concert series, playing popular favorites at Corvallis’ Central Park. The band plays at 8 p.m., Tuesdays mid-June through the end of August, with rehearsals immediately before at 7 p.m. During the school year, the band rehearses at 7 p.m., each Tuesday at Linus Pauling Middle School and gives several concerts at various locations in the community. The band is open to all musicians with high school performance ability. Community Band concerts are always free and open to the public. Corvallis Community Choir 541-740-6068 2945 NW Circle Blvd. Email: nonandjay1@gmail.com www.corvalliscommunitychoir.us A non-audition choir dedicated to spreading joy through music and creating community through singing together. Rehearsals: 7 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Dr. Follows the OSU academic calendar. Registration/Tuition Fee: $50 per term or $5 drop in; $15 for students. Scholarships are available. Corvallis-OSU Piano International Presents 541-758-0036 Email: info@corvallispiano.org OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

www.corvallispiano.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/CorvallisOSUPianoInternational Corvallis-OSU Piano International is a volunteer organization that furthers the appreciation and celebration of piano music and performance in our community and provides high-quality outreach and education opportunities. Currently hosts the Steinway Piano Concert Series at Oregon State University, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St, Corvallis. 2019-2020 season: • Nov. 3: Conrad Tao, 4 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center • Dec. 7: Children’s Concert, 10:30 a.m., Corvallis Public Library • Mar. 1: Yulianna Avdeeva, 4 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center • Apr. 19: Sergei Babayan, 4 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra 541-286-5580 Email: office@cosusymphony.org https://cosusymphony.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/cosusymphony Directed by Oregon State University Professor of Music Marlan Carlson, the orchestra can feature as many as 130 players for major works. It is comprised of professional musicians, OSU faculty and students, and members of the community. About 35 of the orchestra members teach music in our community. Since 1906, the orchestra has been a leader in the musical life of the mid-Willamette Valley. With community members performing alongside OSU faculty members and students — and listening together in the audience — our concerts provide a shared musical experience that is unique, entertaining and fulfilling. Choral music usually is in the repertoire each season. Concert series 2019-20 (all concerts are performed in the Austin Auditorium at LaSells Stewart Center): • Season Concerts: • Oct. 27: Portland Youth Philharmonic: Beach, Gershwin, 3 p.m. • Nov. 24: Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10; Kodaly: Dances of Galanta, 3 p.m. • Dec. 6: Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m. • Feb. 25: Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 1; Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini, 7:30 p.m. • May 19: Mahler: Symphony No. 10,

7:30 p.m. See website for ticket information and details of free student ticket program. Corvallis Repertory Singers 541-231-3419 Email: corvallisrepsingers@gmail.com www.repsing.org Corvallis Repertory Singers is a mixedvoice, semiprofessional choral ensemble based in the mid-Willamette Valley. Most performances are held at First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2019-20 season: • Nov. 9 and 10: Karl Jenkins: The Peacemakers, 7 p.m., Nov. 9 and 3 p.m., Nov. 10, First United Methodist Church • Dec. 21 and 22: “Candlelight & Carols: Jubilate Deo by Dan Forrest,” 7 p.m., Dec. 21 and 3 p.m., Dec. 22, First United Methodist Church • Feb. 16: The Empire Strikes Bach, 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Corvallis See website for ticket information. Corvallis Ukulele Cabaret Singalong 541-602-5537 Email: corvukecab@gmail.com http://suzdoyle.com/corvallis-uke-cabaret/ Monthly free open mic, jam, singalong; all ages, instrument and skill levels. Uke music is provided. Meets: 7 to 9 p.m., first Friday of the month (except July and November) in the meeting room of the First Alternative Coop South Store, 1007 SE Third St., Corvallis. Corvallis Youth Symphony Association 541-766-4903 Email: annissaolsen@gmail.com www.cysassoc.org Corvallis Youth Symphony Association provides beginning strings education and performance opportunities for youth in grades 3- 12. The association sponsors three orchestras: Elementary Strings for third- through fifth-graders, with classes in 509J schools; Willamette Valley Junior Honors Symphony, an audition-only group for string, wind and percussion players in grades 6 through 10; and the Corvallis Youth Symphony, an auditiononly group for advanced string, wind and 113

LEISURE ACTIVITIES percussion players in grades 9 through 12. Signup, audition and concert dates are listed on the CYSA website. Students throughout the mid-Willamette Valley are encouraged to audition for the Junior Honors and Youth symphonies. Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir 541-738-7888 425 SW Madison, Suite D, Corvallis Email: hvoffice@gmail.com www.hvcchoirs.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/HVCChoirs/ Founded in 1984, the Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir consists of six active choirs involving more than 300 singers ages 8 to 18 from throughout the midWillamette Valley, including Corvallis, Philomath, Albany and Tangent. The choir provides choral performance opportunities locally and abroad. Hilltop Big Band 541-829-1182 or 541-760-1428 www.hilltopbigband.com The Hilltop Big Band, sponsored by the Corvallis Parks and Recreation Department and affiliated with the Corvallis Community Band, is celebrating its 33rd year of providing Big Band Music Focused on jazz and swing of all eras with some Latin, funk, and rock in the mix. From mid-June through August, the band plays at the Central Park Gazebo on alternate Wednesday nights from 7:30 to 9 p.m. During the remainder of the year, the band plays at the Old World Deli on the first Friday of each month. Exact dates and times are listed on the band’s website and published in the Corvallis Gazette-Times. Performances are free and open to the community. Dancers are encouraged to come out and join in the fun. The Hilltop Big band is also available to provide music for special events such as dances, wedding or anniversary receptions, company parties, class reunions, festivals and benefit/fundraising events. Jubilate! The Women’s Choir of Corvallis Email: president@jubilatechoir.org www.jubilatechoir.org Jubilate! The Women’s Choir of Corvallis, is a strong community chorus that welcomes any woman singer seeking a diverse and inclusive singing experience with a strong spiritual, feminist and social justice focus. The choir meets from 7:15 to 114

9 p.m., on Mondays (September through June) at First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave. in Corvallis, and performs concerts for the community. Lebanon Community Chorus 541-401-4606 Facebook: www.facebook.com/lebanoncommunitychorus/ Welcoming singers from throughout the greater Lebanon area, including Albany, Sweet Home, Brownsville, Scio and beyond, the Lebanon Community Chorus is a lively and diverse group of talented women and men who enjoy singing in a comfortable and supportive environment. Each year the LCC presents a Winter Classical Concert, featuring works by traditional and modern composers, and a Spring, “Pops” Concert that includes a wide variety of familiar favorites for young and old audiences alike. A portion of ticket sale proceeds from each concert are donated to the Lebanon Schools Foundation Music Education Fund in support of local music education. Currently this fund is being used to upgrade instruments used by the elementary music teachers to teach basic music skills and to provide a scholarship opportunity for high school choir students attending Music in May each spring. OSU School of Arts and Communication: Music 541-737-0561 1650 SW Pioneer Pl., Corvallis https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/sac/ music The music area in the School of Arts and Communication at Oregon State University hosts public concerts by a variety of vocal and instrumental performance ensembles throughout the year. This is in conjunction with the Memorial Union and the Associated Students of Oregon State University, OSU Music also hosts the free lunchtime concert series, Music a la Carte, in the Memorial Union Lounge, at noon, most Fridays while school is in session. Parking is available in metered spaces west of Kerr Administration, or in any Student/Visitor lot, with permits available through the Pay and Display stations on campus. Free parking is available in the gravel parking lot behind the Hilton Garden Inn, with frequent free shuttles run-

ning from Reser Stadium to the Memorial Union. Check the OSU web calendar at www.events.oregonstate.edu or the OSU Music website for detailed event listings. Willamette Valley Concert Band Email: info@wvcband.org www.wvcband.org/ This group, based in Albany, consists of volunteer musicians of high school age and up from throughout the valley. The band plays several concerts a year and is open to musicians with high schoollevel or better experience. Students are encouraged to join only with the recommendation of their school band director. Willamette Valley Symphony 541-829-3932 Email: information@willamettevalleysymphony.org www.willamettevalleysymphony.org The Willamette Valley Symphony, a volunteer community orchestra, presents four sets of concerts during its regular performance season. The orchestra consists of outstanding local musicians who share a common passion for making music and for the beautiful valley in which we live.

Spectator Sports

Spectator sports in the mid-valley are at an all-time high, thanks to the athletic program at Oregon State University in Corvallis and the University of Oregon in Eugene, the area’s high school programs and local American Legion baseball teams. OSU and Oregon are members of the Pacific-12 Conference, which bills itself as “The Conference of Champions” because it has won more national titles than any other. But the major universities aren’t the only source of sports entertainment. For small-college fans, Western Oregon University in Monmouth is an NCAA Division II member with strong programs in football, basketball and volleyball. There are several NCAA Division III and NAIA schools within a 60-mile radius, and Linn-Benton Community College in Albany offers several junior-college sports. When it comes to high school sports, Greater Valley Conference member West Albany, Corvallis, Crescent Valley, South OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Albany and Lebanon are 5A schools that compete in the eight-team Mid-Willamette Conference. Philomath and Sweet Home are the area’s 4A schools, while Santiam Christian, Harrisburg, Jefferson and Scio are 3A schools, and Monroe, East Linn Christian and Central Linn compete in 2A. Alsea, Eddyville Charter and Fairview Christian compete as 1A schools. T. Gerding Construction in Corvallis plays American Legion baseball all summer. It has won six state tournaments — most recently in 2009 — and finished third in the 2003 World Series in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. T. Gerding plays all of its home games at Hansen Stadium at Taylor Field, next to Corvallis High on Buchanan Avenue. The Corvallis Knights took up residence in Corvallis in 2007. The Knights are members of the West Coast League and won the conference championship in 2011, 2013, 2016, 2017 and 2018. The team is made up of college players and use wood bats. The Knights played in Gresham prior to moving to Corvallis and now call Goss Stadium on the OSU campus home. For professional sports buffs, there are three minor-league baseball teams within a short drive of Corvallis and Albany. The Eugene Emeralds, Salem-Keizer Volcanoes and Hillsboro Hops are Class A baseball teams in the Northwest League. Auto racing fans can get their motors going at Willamette Speedway, 36606 Airport Drive in Lebanon (360-699-7223). The closest horse-racing track is Portland Meadows in Portland. Annual events include the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo and the Sportsman’s Holiday in Sweet Home, both in July. Here is a closer look at some of the spectator sports within a short drive of Corvallis and Albany: Oregon State University OSU offers 18 NCAA Division I programs and is highly competitive in most. The football team halted its streak of 28 consecutive losing seasons in 1999 under former coach Dennis Erickson and has played in 10 bowl games since 2000. OSU is now coached by former University of Washington offensive coordinator and quarterbacks Coach Jonathan Smith, the first OSU graduate to serve as a Beaver head football coach. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

OSU men’s basketball is under the direction of Coach Wayne Tinkle. Tinkle led the team to the NCAA Tournament in his first season. The Beavers’ women’s team has had a meteoric rise under Coach Scott Rueck, who led the team to the Final Four in 2015-2016. It marked the OSU women’s first visit to the Final Four. The Beavers are perennially strong in the so-called nonrevenue or Olympic sports, with top-25 rankings typically in women’s gymnastics, wrestling, softball and men’s and women’s golf. The Beavers became the ninth program in NCAA history with three College World Series titles. The most recent came in 2018 with a 5-0 win over Arkansas in game three of the series finals. Numerous fan and student-athlete enhancements have been completed in recent years to Reser Stadium. In July of 2018, a ribbon board was installed on the façade of the east side of the stadium that runs the entire length of the stadium. In addition, within the last two years the popular Terrace was introduced to Reser Stadium providing a unique fan experience showcasing the state’s premier food and beverage. In 2017 the expanded Valley Football Center opened to further modernize Reser Stadium. Enhancements were made to Gill Coliseum heading into the 2018-19 sports seasons, headlined by the installation of a center-hung video board. The display features two 14.5-foot-high by 26-foot-wide displays facing the sidelines and two 9.5-foot-high by 16.5-foot-wide displays facing the ends of the arena. The project also includes all new LED lighting. The surge of athletic facilities has continued this decade (approximately $225 million has been spent since 2000) with a new track facility, the Beth Ray Center for academic support, the Samaritan Sports Medicine Center, the Ossey Golf Center and the $42 million remodeling of the Valley Football Center. For ticket information, call 1-800-GOBEAVS (541-737-4455). University of Oregon Oregon offers 17 NCAA Division I programs, a slate that includes men’s and women’s track but not women’s gymnastics. Oregon cut wrestling after the 2008 season, bringing baseball back in 2009.

The football team has become a perennial bowl contender, including appearances in the Rose (1995, 2010, 2012 and 2015) and Fiesta (2002, 2013) bowls and the national championship game (2011 and 2015), and regularly sells out Autzen Stadium. Men’s and women’s basketball opened a new facility, Matthew Knight Arena, bringing an end to games at McArthur Court. Eugene bills itself as “Track Town USA” and is known for its large crowds for meets at Hayward Field. The venue has hosted numerous major track and field events, including the U.S. Olympic Trials. Hayward Field is set to host the NCAA Championships through 2021 and has been named the site for the 2021 World Championships. The baseball program has been in the NCAA regionals six times since the program was restored. The softball team played in the College World Series in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2018. For ticket information: 800-WEB-FOOT Eugene Emeralds and Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Both baseball teams are short-season Class A teams that compete in the Northwest League. Their schedule begins in mid-June and concludes in early September. The Emeralds’ parent major-league team is the San Diego Padres, and the Volcanoes are affiliated with the San Francisco Giants. The Emeralds play at PK Park, next to Autzen Stadium off Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Eugene. For ticket information, call 541-342-5367. info@emeraldsbaseball.com The Volcanoes play at Volcanoes Stadium, which is just off Interstate 5 in Keizer. For ticket information, call 503-390-2225 or go to www.volcanoesbaseball.com.

Cinema

AMC Classic Corvallis 12 541-753-3810 750 NE Circle Blvd., Corvallis www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/ eugene-or/amc-classic-corvallis-12 Darkside Cinema 541-752-4161 215 SW Fourth St., Corvallis Email: paul@darksidecinema.com 115

LEISURE ACTIVITIES www.darksidecinema.com Locally owned, independent art house, movie theater. Open every night. Pix Theatre 541-926-7499 321 Second Ave. SW, Albany www.albanypix.com Locally owned theater single-screen movie theatre showing first-run releases; serving beer, wine & pizza. Regal Albany 7 844-462-7342 ext. 309 1350 Waverly Drive SE, Albany www.regmovies.com/theaters/regal-albany-7-cinemas/C00123763155 Regal Ninth Street 4 1750 NW Ninth St., Corvallis 844-462-7342 ext. 312 www.regmovies.com/theaters/regalninth-street-4-cinemas/C00621275373 Wild & Scenic Film Festival 541-753-9211 Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis Email: info@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org http://www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org/wildandscenic/ A national outdoors/environmental/adventure film festival for all ages hosted by the Corvallis Environmental Center. The 2019 festival is scheduled for Nov. 14.

Theater

Albany Civic Theatre 541-928-4603 111 First Ave. SW www.albanycivic.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlbanyCivicTheater/ Albany Civic Theater is one of the oldest community theaters in Oregon. Organized in November 1950 as Albany Little Theater, it opened its first production on March 2, 1951. The 1963-64 season, which featured six productions, was our first in our current home. In September 1968, the organization changed its name to Albany Civic Theater. In 1981, Act Two, the current lobby, restrooms and the backstage area, was purchased and the season was expanded to seven produc116

tions, including four one-acts. During the 1988-89 season, the theater expanded again, providing space for our prop room, makeup room, dressing rooms and scene shop. ACT is an all-volunteer organization, with members coming from throughout the Willamette Valley. We produce nine to 10 comedies, dramas and musicals each season. Currently, over 300 volunteer actors, technicians, directors and designers work to bring top-quality live theater to the area. ACT also has an active youth program, providing training for youth in the area. We welcome newcomers as well as veteran volunteers to our theater. Bard in the Quad 541-737-2853 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis w w w. l i b e ra l a r ts.o re go n s ta te .e d u / school-arts-and-communication/theatre/bard-quad Oregon State University’s annual summer Shakespeare series, staged outdoors in the Memorial Union Quad. Corvallis High School Drama Department, Corvallis School District Theaters 541-750-7990 1400 NW Buchanan Ave., Corvallis (includes a main stage and a black box theatre) Email: Elizabeth.Wyatt@corvallis.k12.or.us https://app.arts-people.com/index. php?theatre=csd Facebook: www.facebook.com/csdtheaters/ LBCC Performing Arts Department 541-917-4531 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany Email: theater@linnbenton.edu https://www.linnbenton.edu/futurestudents/programs-of-study/arts-andhumanities/theater.php#/ The LBCC Performing Arts Department presents musical and theatrical performances at the Russell Tripp Performance Center throughout the year. Located in Takena Hall at Linn-Benton Community College. Majestic Theatre 115 SW Second St., Corvallis Business office: 541-758-7827 Tickets: 541-738-7469 Email: info@majestic.org www.majestic.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/majestictheatre The Majestic Theatre, run by the Corvallis Parks and Recreation Department since January 2015, offers a yearlong series of productions on its main stage, to include a Reader’s Theatre and Playwright Lab. Open Source Improv Troupe 541-602-2243 Email: opensourceimprov3000@gmail. com Facebook: www.facebook.com/OpenSourceImprovCorvallis/ Group aims to teach, promote and entertain through improvisational performance. Improv Games: 7 p.m., Thursday at Linn-Benton Community College, Room T219, 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany Performances: 9 to 10:30 p.m., first Thursday, DeMaggio’s Pizza, corvallis, Corvallis. All events are free. Oregon State University Theatre 541-737-2784 2921 W. Campus Way, 141 Withycombe Hall, Corvallis Email: theatre.boxoffice@oregonstate.edu https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/sac/ theatre/university-theatre OSU Theatre’s ongoing mission is to educate students and bring quality productions to the university and Corvallis communities.

Tours

Albany Visitors Association Historic Home Tours 541-928-0911 Email: info@albanyvisitors.com https://albanyvisitors.com/explore/ festivals-and-events/historic-hometours/ Tour features several historic homes in various states of restoration as well as visits to the Whitespires Church, Albany Regional Museum and the Monteith House Museum. Tour is self-guided, complete with transportation by vintage trolley or horse-drawn wagon. Summer Historic Interior Tour: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., last Saturday in July each year. Cost: $15 Christmas Parlor Tour: 2 to 7 p.m., second Sunday in December each year. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Cost: $15 general; $12 seniors, groups of 10 or more and children. Linn County Master Gardener Association 541-967-3871 33630 McFarland Road, Tangent Email: linn.mg@oregonstate.edu www.linnmastergardeners.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/LinnBentonOSUMG/ The Linn County Master Gardener Association, part of the Oregon Master Gardener Association, provides inspiration and advice to home gardeners. The organization’s demonstration garden at the Linn County Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road SE, Albany, is open from dawn till dusk every day from March through October. The group also sponsors Through the Garden Gate, an annual tour of various Albany gardens, every year on the Saturday before Father’s Day. Philomath Open Studios Tour 110 Main St., Philomath Email: gunnjeff@comcast.net www.philomathopenstudios.com Local artists open their studios for free, self-guided tours at the end of October. See website for schedule details.

Visual Arts and More

Art lovers and artists seeking fellowship can find plenty of inspiration in the midWillamette Valley. Albany Arts Commission 541-917-7769 Albany City Hall, Calapooia Room 333 Broadalbin St. SW Email: kim.lyddane@cityofalbany.net www.cityofalbany.net/city-council/bcc/art The Albany Arts Commission helps implement the City Hall Arts Master Plan and advises the Albany City Council on issues related to public art. Members’ projects include: raising funds for the purchase of art for City Hall, overseeing rotating and temporary exhibits of art, developing a community strategy for public art, and selecting or rejecting art offered for donation. The commission also sponsors a teen art show and contest each spring for youths ages 14 to 18. OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

The Arts Center 541-754-1551 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis Email: info@theartscenter.net www.theartscenter.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/ TheArtsCenterOregon The Arts Center fosters creativity and engagement with the arts to inspire personal growth and community well-being. We have been at the center of creative activities for over 50 years from our historic building in Central Park. As the LinnBenton Council for the Arts we serve both counties with: • Inspiring art exhibitions that change every four to eight weeks. • Art experiences that promote better health: Yoga in the Gallery, Weekly Life Drawing and other classes and workshops for adults. • Art education outreach that serves children and youth considered “at risk” with creative expression that gives them a voice, and in-house classes and Globetrotters Arts and Culture Camps that offer creative play for young artists to support growth. • An Artshop offering a unique shopping experience showing the work of local artists. Hours: The Gallery/ArtShop is open from noon to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Gallery Calapooia 541-971-5701 222 W. First Ave., Albany www.gallerycalapooia.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/GalleryCalapooia Local cooperative art gallery started in 2013, located in downtown Albany in the Flinn Building. First Friday Receptions: 6 to 8 p.m., first Friday at the Gallery. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday Oregon State University Craft Center 541-737-2937 02 Student Experience Center 2251 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis Email: CraftCenter@oregonstate.edu www.sli.oregonstate.edu/craft Facebook: www.facebook.com/OSUCraftCenter/ The Craft Center offers well-equipped studios and an extensive series of workshops

and classes in the handcrafted/visual arts, to complement and augment the educational opportunities available at Oregon State University, by providing an engaging, welcoming and inclusive environment where creative thinkers can find community Hours: 1 to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Follows OSU academic schedule. Vistas and Vineyards 909-851-3881 Email: vistasandvineyards@gmail.com www.vistasandvineyards.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/VistasAndVineyards/ Vistas and Vineyards is a group of artists who enjoy painting “en plein air” (in the open air) at sites in the mid-Willamette Valley and sharing their work with each other. The group has been active since 1989. Meets weekly mid-May through mid-October. Willamette Ceramics Guild Email: areskb@gmail.com http://willametteceramicsguild.org Established at the Corvallis Art Center in the early 1960s as the Clay Clan, the Willamette Ceramics Guild includes a lively clan of 50-plus local ceramic artists who support each other and ceramic art in the mid-Willamette Valley. Although most of the guild members have employment outside of ceramics, some work professionally as artists and ceramic instructors at the university, community college, high schools and middle schools. Many of the members have their own studios while some work out of the Linn-Benton Community College Benton Center or the Oregon State University Craft Center. Meets: Second Monday of the month, September to June. Membership Fee: $25/Individual; $15/ Student; $30/Household, per year Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild Email: pcoleman@casco.net http://photoartsguild.org/ An affiliated guild of the The Arts Center, dedicated to promoting and supporting fine art photography in the Willamette Valley through education, exhibitions and critique. Meets: 7 p.m., third Thursday of each month (except August and December) at 117

LEISURE ACTIVITIES the OSU Center for the Humanities, 811 SW Jefferson Ave. in Corvallis. Membership Fee: $25 per year

Art Galleries ALBANY

Albany Regional Museum, 136 Lyon St. S., 541-967-7122 or www.armuseum.com Calapooia Gallery, 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Linn-Benton Community College, 541-917-4247 or artgallery@linnbenton.edu Gallery Calapooia, 222 W. First Ave. 541-971-5701 or www.gallerycalaooia.com Historic Carousel and Museum, 503 First Ave. W., 541-497-2934 or www. albanycarousel.com Monteith House Museum, 518 Second Ave. SW, 541-928-0911 or www.monteithhouse.org North and South Santiam Hall Galleries, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Linn-Benton Community College, 541-917-4247 or artgallery@linnbenton.edu

CORVALLIS

Art Works a CEI Project, 408 SW Monroe Ave., Suite 110, 541-224-6503 or www.facebook.com/pg/ceiartworks / Art in the Valley, 209 SW Second St., 541752-0811 or www.artinthevalley.net/ The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., 541-754-1551 or https://theartscenter.net/ Fairbanks Gallery, 214 Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St., Oregon State University, 541-737-4745 or https://liberalarts. oregonstate.edu/school-arts-and-communication/art/fairbanks-galleries/fairbanks-gallery-art Giustina and Murdock Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Oregon State University, 541-737-2402 or https://lasells.oregonstate.edu/gallery InSight Gallery, The Arc of Benton County Thrift Store, 928 NW Beca Ave., Corvallis, 541-754-9011 or www.facebook. com/thearcthriftstores/ Memorial Union Concourse Gallery, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Oregon State University, 541-737-6371 or https:// mu.oregonstate.edu/gallery Northwest Art Exhibit, OSU Valley Library, 201 W. Waldo Place, 541-737-3331 or www.library.oregonstate.edu/nwart Pegasus Gallery and Frame Studio, 341 SW Second St., 541-757-0042 or 118

www.facebook.com/Pegasus-Art-Gallery-226435314106206/ Truckenbrod Gallery, 517 SW Second St., https://www.instagram.com/truckenbrodgallery or truckenbrodgallery@gmail.com.

PHILOMATH

Benton County Historical Museum, 1101 Main St., 541-929-6230 or www. bentoncountymuseum.org

IN OUTLYING AREAS

Aloha Photographic Studio and Gallery, 595 E. Ash St., Lebanon, 541-9056112 or www.proaxis.com/~thayden Linn County Historical Museum, 101 Park Ave., Brownsville, 541-466-3390 or http://www.linnparks.com/museums/ linn-county-historical-museum/ The Living Rock Studio, 911 W. Bishop Way, Highway 228, Brownsville, 541466-5814 or www.livingrockstudios.org River Gallery, 184 S. Main St., Independence, 503-838-6171 or www.rivergalleryart.com

Microbreweries and Distilleries

2 Towns Ciderhouse, 33930 SE Eastgate Circle, Suite E, Corvallis, 541-207-3915 or www.2townsciderhouse.com 3 Sheets Brewery and Taproom, 136 First Ave., SW, Albany, 541-791-7311 or www.facebook.com/3SheetsBrewery/ 4 Spirits Distillery, 3405 SW Deschutes St., Corvallis, 541-368-3195 or www.4spiritsdistillery.com Barsideous Brewing, 644 S. Main St., Lebanon, 541-570-1789 or www.barsideousbrewing.com/ Block 15, 300 SW Jefferson Ave., Corvallis, 541-758-2077 or www.block15.com Block 15 Brewery and Tap Room, 3415 SW Deschutes St., 541-752-2337 or w w w. b l o c k 1 5 . c o m / b re we r y - t a p room#overview-2 Caves Bier and Kitchen, 308 SW Third St, 541-286-4473 or www.biercaves.com Calapooia Brewing Co., 140 Hill St. NE, Albany, 541-928-1931 or www.calapooiabrewing.com Conversion Brewing, 833 Sw. Main St., Lebanon, 5451-259-2337 or www.conversionbrewingcompany.com/ Deluxe Brewing and Sinister Distill-

ing Co., 635 Water Ave. NE, Suite D, Albany, 541-928-7699 or https://www. sinisterdeluxe.com/ Flat Tail Brewery, 202 SW First St., Corvallis, 541-758-2229 or www.flattailcorvallis.com Hard Times Distillery, 175 S. Fifth St., Monroe, 541-207-8354 or www.hardtimesdistillery.com Mazama Brewing, 33930 SE Eastgate Circle, Corvallis, 541-230-1810, www. mazamabrewing.com Oregon Trail Brewery, 341 SW Second St., Corvallis, 541-758-3527 or www.oregontrailbrewery.com Heart of the Valley Homebrewers, www.hotv.org

Wineries

Airlie Winery, 15305 Dunn Forest Road, Monmouth, 503-838-6013 or www.airliewinery.com. Owned by Mary Olson. Producing Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Müller Thurgau, Gewürztraminer, Maréchal Foch, and Muscat Ottonel. Benton-Lane Winery, 23924 Territorial Road, Monroe, 541-847-5792 or www. benton-lane.com. Owned by Steve and Carol Girard. Producing Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay. Broadley Vineyards, 265 S. Fifth St., Monroe, 541-847-5934 or www.broadleyvineyards.com. Owned by Craig and Claudia Broadley. Producing Pinot Noir. Cardwell Hill Cellars, 24241 Cardwell Hill Drive, Philomath, 541-929-9463 or www.cardwellhillwine.com. Specializing in Pinot Noir and Blanc de Noir. Emerson Vineyards, 11665 Airlie Road, Monmouth, 503-838-0944 or www.emersonvineyards.com. Owned and operated by Tom, Jane and Elliott Johns. The vineyard focuses on Pinot Noir with smaller amounts of Viognier and Pinot Gris. Harris Bridge Vineyard, 22937 Harris Road, Philomath, 541-929-3053 or www.harrisbridgevineyard.com. Nathan Warren and Amanda Sever’s winery specializes in producing Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir vermouth, aperitifs, dessert wines and brandy. Lumos Wine Co., 24000 Cardwell Hill Drive, Philomath, 541-929-3519 or www. lumoswine.com. Lumos wines are made by husband and wife team Dai Crisp and OUR TOWN 2019 - 20

LEISURE ACTIVITIES PK McCoy, who produce Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer and Chardonnay. Marks Ridge Winery, 29255 Berlin Rd., Sweet Home, 541-974-4457 or www.marksridge.com. Owned and run by Janet and Jay Westly. Producing Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer and Riesling. Spindrift Cellars, 810 Applegate St., Philomath, 541-929-6555 or www.spindriftcellars.com. Spindrift Cellars is a small, family-owned boutique winery founded by Matt and Tabitha Compton, producing Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Syrah wines. Springhill Cellars, 2920 NW Scenic Drive, Albany, 541-928-1009 or www.springhillcellars.com. Owned and operated by Mike and Karen McLain and Karen’s father, Merv Anthony. Producing Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. Tyee Wine Cellars, 26335 Greenberry Road, Corvallis, 541-241-8933 or www.tyeewine. com. Tyee is on the scenic Buchanan Family Century Farm and produces Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Gewürztraminer. Wine Vault, 1301 Main St., Philomath, 541929-8496 or www.winevault.biz. Owned by Charlie and Marcia Gilson, The Wine Vault is the official tasting room for Pheasant Court Winery and also sells wines on the Wine Vault, BFF Cellars and Marys Peak Winery labels.

Farmers and Artisan Markets

Local farmers markets offer much more than fresh, local produce from mid-April to mid-November. The markets often feature live entertainment, cooking demonstrations or gardening workshops as well.

SATURDAYS

Albany Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 14 to Nov. 17, Albany City

Hall parking lot at Fourth Avenue and Ellsworth Street (Fourth and Ellsworth). Locally grown produce, flowers, nursery plants, honey, eggs, meats and baked goods. Info: www.locallygrown.org Corvallis Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 14 to Nov. 17, First Street and Jackson Avenue at the north end of Riverfront Commemorative Park. Locally grown produce, flowers, nursery plants, honey, eggs, cheese, meats and baked goods. Information: www.locallygrown.org Corvallis Indoor Winter Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays through April 13, Benton County Fairgrounds, Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. Market offers a wide variety of fine quality crafted items, organically grown vegetables and fruits as well as artisan baked breads. Information: 541-740-1542 or visit www. locallygrown.org. Lebanon Saturday Market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., every Saturday in July and August at Ralston Park, 925 Park St. Locally grown fruits, vegetables and plants, locally made products, art, food vendors and entertainment. Information: ldamainstreetmanager@ gmail.com or www.lebanondowntownfarmersmarket.org

TUESDAYS

Southtown Farm Stand & Market, 5 to 7 p.m., June through October, 1465 SE Alexander Ave., Corvallis. Multiple vendors selling fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, animal products, vegan desserts, jams, pickles, kimchi, music and community. Dog and children friendly event. Information: https://www.facebook. com/events/550755675441787/?event_time_ id=550755712108450.

Sweet Home Farmers’ Market, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., every Tuesday, June 5 to September 25, 12th and Kalmia, City Hall parking lot. Locally grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, eggs, plants and flowers, ice cream and jams as well as entertainment. Information: www. sweethomefarmersmarket.org/home/

WEDNESDAYS

Corvallis Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 14 to Nov. 21, First Street and Jackson Avenue at the north end of Riverfront Commemorative Park. Locally grown produce, flowers, nursery plants, honey, eggs, cheese, meats and baked goods. Information: www.locallygrown.org

THURSDAYS

Lebanon Farmers Market, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., May 17 to Oct. 18, intersection of Grant and Main streets, Lebanon. Fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts, homemade products and music. Information: https://www.facebook.com/ cfathursdaymarket/ Brownsville Farmers Market, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., June through the end of October, N. Main Street at Park Avenue. Fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts, homemade products and music. Information: 541-401-2678 or www.facebook.com/ Lebanon-Downtown-Farmers-Market-281372887093/

FRIDAYS

Halsey Community Market, 4 to 8 p.m., summers only weather permitting, corner of Hwy. 228 and 99E, Halsey. Produce, food trucks, handcrafted goods. Information: www.cityofhalsey.com/ upcoming.htm.

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