Our Town 2011-2012 by Mid-Valley Media

2011-12 OUR TOWN

Inside Our Town Welcome to Our Town . . . . . . . . . .5

OSU Student Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

A View of the Valley . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Finding Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Private Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Charter Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Home Schooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Linn-Benton Community College . . . . . . . . . .59 Oregon State University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Newspapers in Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Cultural . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Ethnic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Fraternal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Historical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Hobbies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Literary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Parenting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Politics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Social . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Veterans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Business Directory . . . . . . . . .62-64

Leisure Activities . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Benton County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Linn County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Census Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Visitors Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Public Agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Community Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Support Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Senior Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

About Our Towns . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Adair Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Albany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Alpine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Alsea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Bellfountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Blodgett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Brownsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Corvallis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Foster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Halsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Harrisburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Jefferson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 KingsValley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Lebanon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Lewisburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Lyons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Millersburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Monroe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Philomath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Scio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Shedd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Sodaville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Summit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Sweet Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Tangent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Waterloo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Community Services . . . . . . . . . .20 Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Post Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Media Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 On the Air in the Mid-valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Area Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 The Local Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 The Top 10 Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Chambers of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Immediate Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Finding a Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Finding a Dentist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Hospitals & Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Other health Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Religion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Markets & Artisans . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Spectator Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Visual Arts & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Art Galleries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Microbrews and Distilleries . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Wineries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Enjoying the Outdoors . . . . . . . . .78

Especially for Kids . . . . . . . . . . .122

Boating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Biking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Disc Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Fishing & Hunting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Hiking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Horseback Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Playgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Skiing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 State & Federal Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Swimming Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Walking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Community Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Other Youth Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Our Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Voter Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Drop Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 City Governments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 County Governments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 State Officials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Federal Officials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Public Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Maps Albany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Corvallis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Lebanon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Philomath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Sweet Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Regional Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Clubs and Organizations . . . . . . .90 Advocacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 2011-12 OUR TOWN

WELCOME TO OUR TOWN

Andy Cripe/Democrat-Herald

Spectators watch hot air balloons fire up at the Wah Chang Art & Air Fair Night Glow event at Timber-Linn Memorial Park in Albany.

Welcome to Our Town This is the 25th annual edition of “Our Town, Your Guide to Living in the MidWillamette Valley.” The Mid-Willamette Valley provides the best Oregon has to offer. From the unmatched beauty of the Cascade Mountains, with its pristine lakes and rivers, to the bountiful farmland that stretches across the valley floor, we enjoy unlimited opportunities for recreation and quality of life. Residents — whether in a small town like Lyons or Philomath, or in larger cities like Albany, Lebanon or Corvallis — are within easy driving distance of shopping centers, outstanding medical care and a full array of educational opportunities, from preschool to doctoral programs. Information to guide you to these opportunities is found in this edition of Our Town and in our website version, available under the “Special Sections” categories of our respective newspapers. See them at www.gazettetimes.com, www.democratherald.com, or 2011-12 OUR TOWN

www.lebanon-express.com.

Cover Design: Daniel Morgan

Whether you’re a longtime resident or a newcomer, we encourage you to keep Our Town handy to take advantage of the many opportunites available in this great mid-valley of ours. If you are part of an organization, club or activity and would like to be included in next year’s publication, look for the Our Town submission forms in the Albany Democrat-Herald, Corvallis Gazette-Times and the Lebanon Express newspapers in the spring.

Layout and Design: Kim Jackson

Produced by Editor: Kim Jackson Corvallis Coordinator: Theresa Novak Executive Staff: Mike McInally, interim publisher, Albany Democrat-Herald and Corvallis Gazette-Times; Hasso Hering, executive editor, Mid-Valley Newspapers; Michelle Steinhebel, managing editor, Lebanon Express.

Advertising staff: Amy Miller, Colleen Candee, Cyndi Sprinkel-Hart, Margie Davenport, Monica Hampton, Scott Blair, Sharon DiPalma, Sherri Frost, Chris Retherford, Joni Proctor, Pam Burright, Daniel Morgan, Don Boucher, Diane McCorkle, MJ Stalnaker, Wendy Gammell, Cheryl Surendra, Jessica Coudare, John Rehley, Jeremy Reukauf, Monica Grissom and Mary Greaney. Editorial Contributors: Debby Bowles, Gail Cole, Jessica Coudare, Andy Cripe, A.K. Dugan, Ethan Erickson, Cory Frye, Emily Gillespie, Audrey Gomez, Bennett Hall, Cathy Ingalls, Graham Kislingbury, AnneMarie Knepper, Steve Lathrop, Steve Lundeberg, Emily Mentzer, Jennifer Moody, Theresa Novak, David Patton, Alex Paul, Nancy Raskauskas, Richard Reed, Amanda Robbins, Jake Rosenberg, Michelle Steinhebel, Jane Stoltz, Scobel Wiggins, Raju Woodward, Mark Ylen and Aaron Yost.

A VIEW OF THE VALLEY

A View of the Valley

Mark Ylen/Democrat-Herald

Canoeists paddle north on the Willamette River between Corvallis and Albany.

BENTON COUNTY

he first residents of Benton County were 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 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 settler, 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 (meaning "heart of the valley" in Latin).

back and forth on business. They asked the Legislature to create a new county and in 1893, Lincoln County was created.

Designed by Portland architect Delos Neer in the Italianate style, the Benton County Courthouse in downtown Corvallis was completed in 1888 to replace one built in 1854. It is the oldest courthouse in Oregon still used for its original purpose.

In 1856, Corvallis Academy, the first community school in the area, was established, and in 1858, Corvallis College was incorporated. In 1868, the college was designated by the Legislature as the agricultural college of Oregon. In doing so, the Legislature secured federal grants of land for the school under the provisions of the Morrill Act of 1862.

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. By the 1890s, people in the western part of the county were dissatisfied with being so far from the county seat. It took at least a week for people who lived on the coast to travel

Now 676 square miles, Benton County is ranked third smallest in land area among Oregon's 36 counties.

Over the years, the institution operated under 14 names until in 1961, under state law, it became Oregon State University. The university plays a significant role in the county's economy along with agriculture, forest products, wineries, computer research and development and other high tech industries. The current population of Benton County totals more than 88,000. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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LINN COUNTY

inn 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, 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 other people settled in Linn County, particularly between 1850 and 1855, when the Donation Land Claim Act provided free land. More settlers continued to arrive, and new towns were started, some named after the eastern cities left behind including Lebanon, Harrisburg, Peoria and Scio. Linn County was established on Dec. 28, 1847. Originally it was an enormous entity, stretching 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 2,297 square miles.

David Patton/Democrat-Herald

Sheep with their lambs graze in a field on a March morning along Seven Mile Lane southeast of Albany. in agriculture, forest products, manufacturing and the production of rare and primary metals. The population of Linn County tops 116,000.

Percentage with families

66.9%

Percentage with children under 18

23.4%

Census Facts

and families

BENTON COUNTY POPULATION

88,735

Average household size

2.29 people

Average family size

2.83 people

HOUSING UNITS

35,484

4.9%

Percentage owner-occupied units

66.9%

5-14

9.9%

Percentage renter-occupied units

33.1%

PERCENT OF POPULATION

4 and younger 15-24

29.9%

Because most of the roads from Oregon City became impassable during the winter, riverboating developed very rapidly in the valley. The first steamboat arrived in Albany in 1851 and the Willamette River continued to be a major means of transportation even after railroads were extended south from Portland in 1870.

25-44

18.9%

45-64

25%

65-84

9.4%

85 and older

1.8%

Median age

31.9 years

LINN COUNTY POPULATION

116,840

(50.6% female, 49.4% male) AGE 4 and younger

PERCENT OF POPULATION 6.5%

ETHNICITY White

87.8%

Hispanic

6.0%

Asian

4.9%

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.

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.2%

Today, Linn County's economic base is found

Total households:

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45.5%

(49.9% female, 50.1% male) AGE

In 1851, the Territorial Legislature passed an act establishing Albany as the county seat. That was reaffirmed in a special election of 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. During its peak as a rail center, Albany saw an average of 50 train stops each day. During busy times, as many as 90 trains passed through town.

Percentage with married couple

Black

0.9%

Native American

0.7%

HOUSEHOLDS 33,052

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13.6%

15-24

12.3%

25-44

25.2%

45-64

27.0%

65-84

12.9%

85 and older

2.4%

Median age

39.1 years

Visitors Centers ALBANY VISITORS ASSOCIATION 250 Broadalbin S.W., Suite 110 541-928-0911 or 800-526-2256 E-mail: info@albanyvisitors.com www.albanyvisitors.com

ETHNICITY White

VISIT CORVALLIS (CORVALLIS TOURISM)

91.8%

Hispanic

6.1%

Asian

0.8%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.1%

Black

0.3%

553 N.W. Harrison Blvd. 541-757-1544 or 800-334-8118 E-mail: info@visitcorvallis.com www.visitcorvallis.com

LEBANON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITORS CENTER

HOUSEHOLDS Total households:

43,227

Percentage with families

68.4%

Percentage with children under 18

29.0%

1040 S. Park St. 541-258-7164 E-mail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org www.lebanon-chamber.org

Percentage with married couple and family Average household size

53.8% Jesse Skoubo/Democrat-Herald

2.50 people

HOUSING UNITS

43,277

Percent owner-occupied units

68.6%

OSU student Dan Hoecker attempts to slide along a picnic table while wakeboarding in Albanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flooded Bryant park through the use of a wakeboarding winch he made with a friend.

Percent renter-occupied units

31.4%

OREGON

Average family size

3.05 people

Associate degree

8.0%

HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree

18.1%

(Age 25 and older)

Graduate or professional degree

10.2%

Benton County

High school graduate or higher

88.3%

Bachelor's degree or higher

28.3%

Associate degree

7.7%

Bachelor's degree

25.3%

Graduate/professional degree

22.4%

High school graduate/higher

94.0%

Bachelor's degree/higher

47.7%

Linn County Associate degree

8.4%

Bachelor's degree

10.9%

Graduate/professional degree

4.8%

High school graduate/higher

84.9%

Bachelor's degree/higher

15.6%

PHILOMATH VISITORS CENTER 1010 Applegate St. 541-929-2454 E-mail: director@philomathchamber.org www.philomathchamber.org

SWEET HOME CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITORS CENTER 1575 Main St. 541-367-6186 E-mail: info@sweethomechamber.org www.sweethomechamber.org

MEDIAN HOUSE PRICE 1/1/05 to 6/1/05

1/1/11-6/1/11

Benton County $219,900

$225,000

Corvallis

$210,000

$252,875

Linn County

$131,000

$127,000

Albany

$151,000

$154,000

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; Population Research Center, Portland State University; Willamette Valley Multiple Listing Service (Median House Prices) 2011-12 OUR TOWN

ABOUT OUR TOWNS

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: 930 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: 50,158 What It's Known For: Albany is known 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; 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 offer boat access, fishing, swimming and picnicking with easy access to the downtown. An amphitheater in Timber-Linn Park is the site of large concerts. Across the river from downtown, at Takena Landing Park, a 3.2-mile loop trail follows the river north from the parking lot. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Andy Cripe/Gazette-Times

The fountain at Riverfront Commemorative Park in Corvallis is a popular place to beat the heat.

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: Not available What It's Known For: Thanks to signage, 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

ABOUT OUR TOWNS

Mark Ylen/Democrat-Herald

Shiviolet Herring, 11, of Jefferson gets her frog to leap during the Frog Jumping Contest at the 2011 Jefferson Mint Festival. in recent years.

school in spring 2005.

Corvallis on Highway 20

Where the Locals Hang Out: Besides the tavern, there's the Alpine Community Center that offers a preschool, recycling center, community classes, fitness center and more.

BELLFOUNTAIN

How It Got Its Name: The town was named after an early pioneer settler, William Blodgett, for whom the post office was named in 1888.

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: About 1,200, including surrounding areas 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, which has about 150 students in kindergarten through high school, is the center of the community, and football and basketball games are particularly popular in the Coast Range town. A new library opened near the

Where to Find It: Bellfountain is located 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 after residents who had moved from a town in Ohio that had the same name. The general area was known in pioneer days as Belknapâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Settlement. How Many People Live There: Not available 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.

How Many People Live There: Not available What It's Known For: Christmas trees from Blodgett are shipped throughout the nation. The town has an elementary school and is the site of an annual mountain bike race, the Mudslinger, that often lives up to its name. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Blodgett Country Store on Highway 20 has everything from groceries to hardware, as well as a post office and local gossip inside. Residents stop

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.

BLODGETT Where to Find It: Blodgett is 15 miles west of 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Ryleigh Nofziger, 7, reads a Dr. Seuss book while waiting for the start of the Linn County Pioneer Picnic Kiddie Parade in Brownsville. by here for goods, but also to chat and check the postings on the bulletin boards.

BROWNSVILLE Where to Find It: Brownsville is located 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: 1,835 What It's Known For: Brownsville is home to Pioneer Park, site of the annual Pioneer Picnic, Oregon's oldest continuous celebration. The town is also home to the Linn County Historical Museum and a historic 2011-12 OUR TOWN

ABOUT OUR TOWNS downtown shopping district. Portions of the 1986 movie, "Stand By Me," were filmed in and around Brownsville. 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 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 stage coach 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: 55,125 What It's Known For: Oregon State University, which has an enrollment of more than 20,000, 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 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 located on Highway 20, on the eastern city limits of Sweet Home and on the western edge of Foster Reservoir. 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.

HALSEY Where to Find It: Halsey is located 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: About 910 What It's Known For: The city is restoring a historic train depot that was built around 1890. The building will be the future home of City Hall, a community center and city museum. Across the street is a new post office. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Halsey City Park, located in town along Highway 99E, is a popular place to picnic.

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. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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when D. and A.A. McCully started a store on the banks of the Willamette River. It also was called Thurston before the final section of Harrisburg, presumably named after Harrisburg. Pa., was completed. How Many People Live There: 3,565, many of whom now commute to Albany or to larger communities outside Linn County such as Eugene and Salem. What It's Known For: Harrisburg's biggest event of the year is the Old-Fashioned 4th 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 located in Riverfront Park on the Willamette River is a favorite place to go. It is the center stage for the OldFashioned Fourth of July Celebration and used for weddings and family reunions, and summer concerts and movies (www.summersounds.info).

Where to Find It: Harrisburg is about 26 miles south of Albany on Oregon Highway 99E.

JEFFERSON

How It Got Its Name: Incorporated in 1852, the town was known as Prairie Precinct

Where to Find It: Jefferson is located just north of the Linn County line in Marion

ABOUT OUR TOWNS Mall", is the most visible part of Lewisburg, with a gas station.

County, about a mile off of Interstate 5 between Albany and Salem. How It Got Its Name: Originally, Jefferson was called Conser's Ferry after the transSantiam 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: 3,115 What It's Known For: The city hosts an annual Mint Festival in the summer and claims to be the "frog jumping capital" of Oregon. 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: Not available 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 — is adding high school grades. Kings 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 586-acre Beazell Memorial Forest are gems in the Benton County parks and natural areas system. Beazell has great trails and a new 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 Highway 34 merge. How It Got Its Name: In 1847, Jeremiah Ralston left Burlington, Iowa, with his wife

LYONS Where to Find It: Lyons is located in east Linn County in what is known as the North Santiam Canyon.

A Mallard takes flight in Albany’s Periwinkle Creek. 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: 15,525. 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 StarSpangled Celebration is held on the Fourth of July. The town also is the site of a Lowe's distribution center and other manufacturing businesses. The new Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest opened its doors to students in August 2011 on 51 acres west of Samaritan-Lebanon Community Hospital. Construction will start in 2012 on a 251-bed Veterans Administration home near the new college and the hospital. Business growth is also booming on the south end of town.

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: 1,160 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 supplied by the Marion Forks Fish

Where the Locals Hang Out: The Lebanon downtown offers locals and visitors a variety of restaurants, coffee shops and entertainment. The historic Kuhn Theater is operating again in downtown Lebanon. Willamette Speedway draws racing fans throughout the summer. Cheadle Lake Park is getting increased use.

LEWISBURG Where to Find It: Lewisburg is located between Corvallis and Adair Village on Highway 99W. How It Got Its Name: Haman C. Lewis, another 1845er, 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 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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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: 1,345, although more than 2,000 people work there at such companies as Wah Chang, Georgia-Pacific, Palm Harbor Homes and American Flakeboard. What It's Known For: Many people turn out for the annual Millersburg Community Garage Sale hosted by the Morningstar Grange in May and the Community Fair each fall, also hosted by the Grange. Where the Locals Hang Out: Millersburg Park, located 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.

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: 690 What It's Known For: Monroe is on the Long Tom River and is an agricultural community. It's about halfway in between Corvallis and Eugene, and people commute from here to jobs in both cities.

College in 1867. How Many People Live There: About 4,640 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.

Wh ere th e Lo ca l s Hang Out : The Benton County Historical Society & Museum on Main Street is becoming a hot spot thanks to more art exhibits, new historical displays and educational discussions and activities.

SCIO Where to Find It: Scio is located 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

Where the Locals Hang Out: There's the city park on the east side of the Long Tom River, or the Dari-Mart, which is as much a grocery store as convenience store. And of course, if there's an extra-curricular 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 2011-12 OUR TOWN

ABOUT OUR TOWNS 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: About 840 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. Where the Locals Hang Out: Downtown Scio offers several restaurants for visitors, such as a 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. A new Main Street bridge has been built over 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: Not available What It's Known For: In 2004, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department purchased the historic Thompson's Mills site. It is open for guided tours at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays and at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Between September 2011 and September 2012 several nearby diversion dams will be removed, and that may interrupt scheduled 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, every Thursday, April through October.

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Where to Find It: Sodaville is located about three miles southeast of Lebanon on Sodaville-Waterloo Drive.

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 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, that once attracted tourists from all over the state, was also known as Soda Springs and Summer's Soda before acquiring the name Sodaville.

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: About 310 What It's Known For: Sodaville hosts a citywide garage sale each July and an annual 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 hosts the annual Blackberry Festival and is the site of City Hall. The soda springs still empty into a holding tank beneath City Hall.

SUMMIT

How Many People Live There: Not available What It's Known For: A 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, and the Summit Community Center, located in the old Summit Church, also is a hub of activity.

SWEET HOME Where to Find It: Sweet Home is located about 24 miles east of Interstate 5 on U.S. Highway 20. The community lies on the path of the Scenic Byway, which runs from the 2011-12 OUR TOWN

ABOUT OUR TOWNS 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: 8,945 What It's Known For : Sweet Home is the home of the Sportsman's Holiday and Sweet Home Rodeo, which is held the second weekend of July, and the Oregon Jamboree, the largest country music and camping event 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.

How Many People Live There: 1,165. 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. Tangent also is well-known for its annual Harvest Festival, held the first Saturday after Labor Day. The festival includes a car show and a parade. Where the Locals Hang Out: The Dixie Creek Saloon on Highway 99E is a popular spot for locals.

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 from "Oregon Geographic Names," and Glenn Harrison of the Linn County Historical Society.

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 year-round. A new marina is at the west end of the lake. Fishermen also congregate at the base of Foster Dam, located 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 located 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. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Community Services Utilities Cable Television Comcast 150 N.W. Lewisburg Ave., Corvallis 2417 S. Santiam Highway, Lebanon 888-824-8264 www.comcast.com Service areas: Corvallis-Philomath, Albany, Tangent-Oakville, Lebanon and Sweet Home Monroe Area Communications Inc. 575 Commercial St. 541-847-5135

Electricity Consumers Power Inc. 6990 West Hills Road, Philomath 36634 Oak St., Lebanon 541-929-3124, 800-872-9036 www.consumerspower.org Service areas: Parts of Linn, Benton, Lincoln, Lane Marion and Polk counties. (The cooperative has a Lebanon office for bill drop-off at 1900 Oak St.) Energy Assistance Program 545 S.W. Second St., Suite A, Corvallis 541-752-2840 Pacific Power and Light Co. 830 Old Salem Road, Albany 541-967-6158 888-221-7070 www.pacificorp.com

Sanitation

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An Allied Waste truck along one of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many mid-valley routes. Sweet Home Sanitation 1001 Long St. 541-367-2535 888-325-5068 Service areas: Sweet Home, Brownsville, Halsey and other portions of Linn County

Internet Providers Alyrica Networks Inc. 521B N. 19th St., Philomath 541-929-3330 www.alyrica.net Service areas: Albany, Corvallis, Halsey,

Jefferson, Lebanon, Philomath, Kiger Island, Independence/Monmouth. CenturyLink 890 S. Second St., Lebanon 541-259-7402 Service areas: Brownsville, Harrisburg, Lebanon, Shedd and Sweet Home Comcast 150 N.W. Lewisburg Ave., Corvallis 2417 S. Santiam Highway, Lebanon 888-824-8264 www.comcast.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties

Allied Waste/Republic Services of AlbanyLebanon 1214 Montgomery St. S.E. Albany 541-928-2551 (Albany) 541-451-1490 (Lebanon) www.sanitation.com Service areas: Linn County and the North Albany area of Benton County Allied Waste/Republic Services of Corvallis 110 N.E. Walnut Blvd. 541-754-0444 www.corvallis.disposal.com Service areas: All of Benton County and parts of Linn County

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COMMUNITY SERVICES Exchangenet 314 S.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis 541-752-2033 www.nextgenis.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties Peak Internet 1600 Western Blvd., Suite 180, Corvallis 36634 Oak St., Lebanon 541-754-7325 800-731-4871 www.peakinternet.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties

10D Telecom 1600 S.W. Western Blvd., Suite 150-A, Corvallis 541-243-4103 www.10dtelecom.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties

Water and Sewer Benton County Public Works 360 S.W. Avery Ave., Corvallis 541-766-6821

In Lebanon: A&B Market; Lebanon City Hall (curb drop box); The Grocery Depot; Lebanon Senior Center; Mega Foods; Safeway.

Recycling

ixed 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 44 percent of all waste generated, and 47 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.

Qwest (CenturyLink) 800-244-1111 www.qwest.com Service areas: Linn and Benton counties

City of Albany 333 Broadalbin S.W. 541-917-7676

Natural Gas

Ci t y of Cor val l i s 500 S.W. Madison Ave. 541-757-6949

Allied Waste/Republic Services of Corvallis 110 N.E. Walnut Blvd. 541-754-0444 www.corvallis.disposal.com

City of Lebanon 925 Main St. 541-258-4918

Service areas: Corvallis, Philomath, Monroe, Tangent and Adair Village Besides its curbside recycling program, the company sponsors a spring clean-up day in April where people can drop off recyclables and yard waste at designated sites for free; 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 onsite recycle depot where computer electronics, scrap metal, plastic bags and cooking oil can be dropped off along with comingled recycling and cardboard.

NW Natural 7150 Supra Drive S.W., Albany 541-926-4253, 800-231-2986 www.nwnatural.com

Telephone CenturyLink 890 S. Second St., Lebanon 541-259-7258 www.centurylink.com Service areas: Lebanon, Sweet Home, Brownsville and Shedd Monroe Area Communications Inc. 575 Commercial St. 541-847-5135 Service area: Monroe Pioneer Telephone Co-op 1304 Main St., Philomath 541-929-3135, 888-929-1014 www.pioneertelephonecoop.com Service areas: Alsea, Bellfountain, Blodgett, Chitwood, Deadwood, Harlan, Horton, King's Valley, Lobster Valley, Philomath, South Beach, Summit, Tidewater, Triangle Lake, Waldport and Yachats. Qwest (CenturyLink) 800-244-1111 www.qwest.com Roome Telecommunications Inc. 705 W. Second St., Halsey 541-369-2211 (Halsey) 541-928-2211 (Albany, Corvallis) 800-343-2211 www.rtinet.com Service area: Halsey 2011-12 OUR TOWN

C i t y o f P h i l o m at h 980 Applegate St. 541-929-3579 City of Sweet Home 1140 12th Ave. 541-367-6243

Utility Payments Many area utility providers have local offices 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. The drop boxes are provided by Pacific Power and Light Co. Note: Not all utilities will have a drop box or payment station at every location. For specific site information, please call the utility's office listed above.

Drop Boxes In Albany: Albertsons Food Center; City Hall; El Buengusto Mexican Bakery; Heritage Mall, Linn-Benton Community College, Mega Foods, Northwest Natural Gas Co.; Pacific Power Service Center; Postal Connections at Fred Meyer Mall; Safeway; The Shipping Store. In Corvallis and Philomath: Avery Square; Azetca Musica y Video; Consumer Power, Inc.; Corvallis Senior Center; Hewlett-Packard Co.; Joyeria Oliveres; OSU Bookstore; Philomath Thriftway, Rice's Pharmacy.

Allied Waste/Republic Services of Al bany- Lebanon 1214 S.E. Montgomery, Albany 541-928-2551 (Albany) 541-995-6414 (Harrisburg) 541-451-1490 (Lebanon) www.sanitation.com 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, including a swap site. A recycle depot is located nearby on Industrial Way where plastic bags, motor oil, cardboard and comingled recycling can be dropped off. Computer electronics can be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the northeast end of the lot at the Montgomery Street address.

COMMUNITY SERVICES The Recycling Depot Inc. 32987 Brewster Rd., Lebanon 541-259-5454 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. The Recycling Depot is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, except major holidays. Burcham's Metals 3407 Pacific Blvd, Albany 541-926-4616 Purchases scrap metals; drop boxes available. Sweet Home Transfer & Recycling 1325 18th Ave., Sweet Home 541-367-2535 Open to the public for solid waste disposal and recycling. Call for restrictions.

Curbside Recycling Allied Waste Republic Services of Corvallis and Allied Waste Republic Services of Albany-Lebanon provide customers with one tan recycling roll cart and one gray 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 clear, brown and green glass. Use the tan roll cart for co-mingled recyclables. There is no need to sort or separate those items placed in the tan roll cart. The following items all are 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

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Jordan Trimmer, a marketing and sales representative for Allied Waste, stands near a compost pile at the company’s Pacific Region Compost Facility north of Corvallis. butter or mayonnaise jars. Tubs are fairly soft and flexible plastic containers and include sour cream, margarine, and yogurt tubs, nursery pots and buckets. Certain items cannot be recycled in mixed recycling. They include microwave dishes, lids, spray pumps, plastic bags, food storage containers, motor oil bottles, Styrofoam, hazardous wastes, construction paper, tissue paper, books, 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 Allied Waste/Republic Services of Corvallis at 541-754-0444 or Allied Waste/Republic Services of Albany-Lebanon at 541-928-2551.

Monroe Transfer Station: 24785 Highway 99W, Monroe; 541-847-5351 Oregon State University: Recycling containers are located throughout the campus. At the end of each school year, the university offers a comprehensive drop-off 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.

Yard Debris Allied Waste/Republic Services of Corvallis offers a weekly collection of mixed organics, including food waste with its yard debris collection within the Corvallis city limits. Allied Waste/Republic Services of Albany-Lebanon offer yard debris collection throughout the

Drop-off Sites Drop-off sites also are available where people can dispose of their recyclables: Allied Waste/Republic Services of AlbanyLebanon: 1439 S.E. Industrial Way, Albany; 541-928-2551 Allied Waste/Republic Services of Corvallis: 110 N.E. Walnut Blvd., Corvallis; 541-754-0444 First Alternative Co-op: 1007 S.W. Third St., Corvallis; 541-753-3115 Valley Landfill: 29175 Coffin Butte Rd., 10 miles north of Corvallis; 541-745-7144 Lebanon Transfer Station: 33370 Brewster Road, Lebanon; 541-451-2533 Alsea Store Depot: 301 S. Third St., Alsea. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

COMMUNITY SERVICES 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 trimmings and prunings. Dirt, gravel, stumps, logs, rocks or bricks will not be accepted. Corvallis customers living within the city limits may now add certain food items to their cart including dinner scraps and other discarded food waste. For large amounts of yard waste, the Processing and Recovery Center on Camp Adair Road accepts clean yard debris and wood waste. Painted and pressure treated wood are not accepted.

Post Offices

ost 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.

541-487-5981 Blodgett Post Office Blodgett Country Store, 21412 Highway 20 541-453-5771 Brownsville Post Office 430 N. Main St. 541-466-5937 Cascadia Post Office 48085 Santiam Highway 541-367-2374 C r a b t r ee P o s t O f f i c e 37640 Crabtree Drive 541-926-0783 Crawfordsville Post Office 26064 First St. 541-367-6713 Eddyville Post Office 20619 Highway 20 541-875-4881 Foster Post Office 5300 Poplar St. 541-367-6388 Halsey Post Office 124 N.W. Second St. 541-369-2423 Harrisburg Post Office 204 Smith St. 541-995-1003

Jefferson Post Office 816 S. Second St. 541-327-2297 Lebanon Post Office 152 S. Second St. 541-451-5648 Lyons Post Office 402 Ironwood St. 503-859-2990 Mill City Post Office 101 S.E. Kingwood St. 503-897-2096 Monroe Post Office 590 Main St. 541-847-5348 Philomath Post Office 1140 Applegate St. 541-929-2520 Sci o Post Of f i ce 38750 N. Main St. 503-394-4198 S h e d d P o st O f f i c e 29996 First St. 541-491-3662 Sweet Home Post Office 1303 Long St. 541-367-6927 Tangent Post Office 32845 Highway 99E 541-926-6852

Albany Albany Post Office (Main) 525 Second Ave. S.E. 541-924-9691 Open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Postal Substations: Plaza Postal & Shipping 1143 Santiam Highway S.E. 541-926-2744

Corvallis Corvallis Post Office (Main) 311 S.W. Second St. 541-752-4358 Open 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sat.) Postal Substations: Oregon State University Bookstore 2301 S.W. Jefferson Ave. 541-737-2867 Schaefers' Recreation Equipment 1425 N.W. Ninth St. 541-752-4744

In Outlying Areas: Al sea Post Of f i ce 140 E. Main St. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Transportation

oth 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 Hours of operation: 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon.Fri.) within the city limits, excluding major holidays. One-way fares: 75 cents for adults (18 and older); 50 cents for seniors, disabled and youths; children under 6 ride free. Discount coupon books: Twenty-ride passes are $13.50 for adults, $6.75 for seniors, disabled and youths. Monthly passes for unlimited rides are $22 for adults and $11 seniors, disabled and youths. These can be purchased at Albany City Hall and Corvallis City Hall. Routes: Maps and schedules can be found at Albany City Hall, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Linn-Benton Community College, the Heritage Mall manager's office, the Fred Meyer store and Albertsons. Maps are also available online at www.cityofalbany.net/publicworks/transit

Fares: Same as CTS free to any person wishing to ride. Philomath Connection Hours buses run: 6:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. (Mon.Fri.) Fares: 75 cents for adults (18 and over); 35 cents for youths (age 6 to 17), seniors and persons with disabilities; 5 years and under ride free; 75 and over free with pass. OSU faculty, staff and students ride free. Discount coupon books and passes: Day passes are available at $1.50 for adults; 75 cents for seniors, persons with disabilities and youths (youths ride free during summer months). 20-ride coupon books are available for $11.25 for adults; $6.50 for seniors, disabled and youths (youths ride free during summer months). Monthly passes for unlimited rides are $18 adults and $10 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. O r e g o n S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y O n - C a m p u s S h u t t le 541-737-2583 Hours buses run: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Fares: Free to everyone. Academic year only. 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.

Corvallis Transit System 541-766-6998 www.corvallistransit.com Hours buses run: 6:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. (Mon.Fri.); 7:15 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. (Sat.) Any person wishing to ride the Corvallis Transit System can do so without paying a fare. The system became fareless on Feb. 1, 2011. Transfers between CTS and Philomath Connection are free. Routes: Extend north to Good Samaritan Hospital and Walnut Boulevard; south to Rivergreen Avenue; west around Technology Loop and the Sunset Research Park; and east to Cheldelin Middle School and HewlettPackard Co. Most routes originate at the Downtown Transit Center, located at Fifth Street and Monroe Avenue. Schedules and route maps can be picked up at Corvallis City Hall, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Corvallis Tourism, the Oregon State University Bookstore and are available online.

Benton County Dial-A-Bus 541-752-2615 http://dialabus.freeshell.org

Beaver Bus Late Night Service 541-602-2430 (Beaver Bus Hotline) Hours buses run: 8:45 p.m. to 2:15 a.m. (Thurs.-Sat., Oct-Dec., Jan-June, when OSU is in session)

Office hours (reservations): 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Hours buses run: 8 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Mon.Fri.); 9 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Sat.) Routes/fares: Wheelchair accessible, curbto-curb transportation service is available for

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/publicworks/transit/car. php Office hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Hours Call-A Ride vehicles run: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.)

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. Reservations are required one to seven days in advance. Fares are based on one-way trips and vary by destination. Lebanon Dial-A-Bus 541-258-4920 Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Hours buses run: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Mon.Fri.) Sweet Home Dial-A-Bus 541-367-4775 Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Hours buses run: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.)

Between Cities 99 Express Routes/Fares: Service runs five days a week from Adair Village to Corvallis, Corvallis Municipal Airport to Corvallis, Monroe to Corvallis, and Monroe to Junction City (coordinates with Eugene's LTD bus service). For information on hours, fares and schedules, visit www.bc99express.com, or contact Sharon Fipps at 541-754-1748. Coast To Valley Express 541-752-2615 http://www.coasttovalley.com, or, http:// dialabus.freeshell.org. Office hours (reservations): 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Hours buses run: Mornings and afternoons (Mon./Wed./Fri.) Routes/fares: Transportation between Corvallis and Lincoln County is available to the general public. Reservations are required one to seven days in advance. Fare is $7 each way. Corvallis Albany Connection 541-752-2615 http://dialabus.freeshell.org Office hours (reservations): 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Days buses run: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday Routes/fares: Transportation between Corvallis and Albany is available to seniors and persons with disabilities. Reservations are required one to seven days in advance. Fare is $3 each way. Greyhound Bus Lines 153 N.W. Fourth St., Corvallis 541-757-1797 or 800-231-2222 2011-12 OUR TOWN

COMMUNITY SERVICES Linn-Benton Loop 541-917-7667 www.cityofalbany.net Hours buses run: 6:25 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Mon.Fri.), Saturday schedule differs; except major holidays. One-way fares: $1.25 for adults, $1 for seniors, disabled and youths, free for children 6 years and younger Discount coupon books: Twenty-ride passes are $21 for adults, $17 for seniors, disabled and youths. Free passes are available to students with IDs. General public monthly passes are $31 for adults and $25 for youth, seniors and disabled. They may be purchased at Albany and Corvallis city halls, Linn-Benton Community College, the Albany Center office or from the loop driver. Routes: Bus service runs between Albany and Corvallis on Highways 20 and 34, including stops at Linn-Benton Community College, Oregon State University and Hewlett-Packard Co. Schedules can be found at the following Corvallis locations: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, The Corvallis Clinic, CorvallisBenton County Library, Corvallis City Hall and the Community Services Consortium. At Oregon State University, schedules are available at the front guard station, the bookstore, Campus Hero, the Valley Library and the Memorial Union business office. In Albany, pick up a schedule at Albany City Hall, Albany Chamber of Commerce, main and downtown Albany libraries, Fred Meyer, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, the Albany Visitors Association in Two Rivers Market, Social Security office and the following sites at LBCC - the Albany Center Office, Takena Hall, library and Student Activities Center. Linn Shuttle 541-367-4775 www.linnshuttle.com Hours buses run: 6:45 a.m. to 6:35 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) One-way fares: $1 for general public and seniors. Multi-ride tickets available for $10 (10 rides). Routes: The bus makes six 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 then it continues to Albany where it makes stops at Linn-Benton Community College, downtown, the train depot and Target. Departures are scheduled at 7 and 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. A detailed schedule is available online. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Kaleb Grumbo of Lebanon and pilot Jerry Wilken of Albany prepare to take off in Wilkenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitbuilt RVGA plane at the Albany Municipal Airport.

Taxis ABC Taxi, Albany 541-286-0868, 541-791-9295 Offers 24-hour service seven days a week for Albany and surrounding area. A l bany Yel l ow Cab, A l bany & L ebanon 541-926-7272, 541-259-2525 Auto-Taxi, Corvallis 541-752-8294 Beaver Cab, Corvallis 541-766-8294, 541-738-8294 www.beavercab.biz Offers 24-hour service, seven days a week Econo-Cab, Lebanon 541-451-8294 Offers 24-hour service Pacific Cab, Albany 541-791-9668 Offers 24-hour service throughout the midvalley, seven days a week. Roadrunner Taxi, Albany 541-766-8294 Offers 24-hour service seven days a week. Santiam Taxi, Lebanon 541-258-7272

The Other One Taxi, Albany 541-936-2939 Offers 24-hour service for Albany and Lebanon.

Passenger Trains Albany Train Depot 110 10th Ave. S.W. 800-872-7245 www.amtrak.com Served by daily, round-trip Amtrak trains and Thruway Motorcoaches moving through the Eugene-Portland-Seattle-Vancouver corridor.

Airports Albany Municipal Airport 525 Aviation Way (East of Interstate 5) 541-967-3508 Reliant Aviation, 525 Aviation Way 541-928-3232 Corvallis Municipal Airport Off Oregon Highway 99W, south of Corvallis 541-766-6783 Eugene Airport 28801 Lockheed Drive 541-682-5430 Salem Airport 2990 25th St. S.E. 503-588-6134

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Media Outlets

Airport Shuttles

Newspapers

Hut Airport Shuttle 541-926-2525 www.hutshuttle.com Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Phone Reservations: 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Provides shuttle service from both Albany and Corvallis to the Portland airport. Both one-way and round-trip tickets are available. Service in Albany is based at the Phoenix Inn Suites, 3410 Spicer Road S.E., near the Linn County Fair & Expo Center. Service in Corvallis is based at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2500 S.W. Western Blvd., with pickups available at the Oregon State University Bookstore, 2301 S.W. Jefferson Ave. Daily departures from Corvallis begin at 2 a.m.; the last run to Portland is at 10 p.m. The shuttle leaves the Portland airport at 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. daily. Island Coach Services 888-968-4083 E-mail: islandcoachride@hotmail.com www.islandcoach.com

Albany Democrat-Herald 600 Lyon St. S.W., Albany 541-926-2211 www.democratherald.com 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: 15,530; Sunday circulation: 16,027. Contact information: Interim Publisher: Mike McInally, 541-7589502; mike.mcinally@lee.net Editor: Hasso Hering, 541-812-6097; hasso.hering@lee.net City Editor: Karen Petersen, 541-812-6095; karen.petersen@lee.net Sunday Editor: TBA Circulation: 541-812-6115 Classified Advertising: 541-812-6112 Newsroom E-mail: news@democratherald.com Corvallis Gazette-Times 600 S.W. Jefferson Ave., Corvallis 541-753-2641 www.gazettetimes.com

Offers shuttle transportation to the Portland airport by reservation. Service is available from Salbasgeon Suites, 1730 N.W. Ninth St. in Corvallis.

For more than a century, the leading source

of news, sports and advertising information about Corvallis and Benton County, including Oregon State University and the OSU Beaver sports teams. News updates daily on the Web site www.gazettetimes.com. Daily circulation: 10,699; Sunday circulation: 10,748. Contact information: Publisher/Editor: Mike McInally, 541-758-9502; mike.mcinally@lee.net Sunday Editor: TBA Circulation: 541-758-9527 Classified Advertising: 541-758-9562 Newsroom E-mail: news@gazettetimes.com Lebanon Express 90 E. Grant St., Lebanon 541-258-3151 E-mail: lebanon.express@lee.net www.lebanon-express.com/ Managing Editor: Michelle Steinhebel; michelle.steinhebel@lee.net Published every Wednesday. Weekly circulation: 2,316 S c i o C o m m u n i t y N e w s & J e ff e r s o n R e v i e w 322 S. Main St., Jefferson 503-327-1776 E-mail: news@cmm-i.com Editor: Glen Albrethsen Published every Thursday. Weekly circulation (jointly): 1,000 The Times 308 Averill St., Brownsville

ON THE AIR IN THE MID-VALLEY Radio stations listeners can pick up in the mid-valley (reception varies): FM stations KBVR 88.7 College (Corvallis) KLCC 89.7 Public radio (Eugene) KBOO 90.7 Community radio (Portland, rebroadcast on 100.7 for Corvallis/Albany) KWAX 91.1 Classical (Eugene) KRVM 91.9 Community radio (Eugene) KGON 92.3 Classic rock (Portland) KKNU 93.1 Country (Eugene) KPDQ 93.9 Religious (Portland) KMGE 94.5 Soft rock (Eugene) KUJZ 95.3 Sports (Creswell) KZEL 96.1Classic rock (Eugene, rebroadcast on 96.7 in Corvallis) KKSN 97.1 60s & 70s pop (Portland) KNRQ 97.9 Rock (Eugene) KUPL 98.7 Classic country (Portland) KOOL 99.1 Oldies (Eugene) KWJJ 99.5 Country (Portland)

KRKT 99.9 KKRZ 100.3 KBOO 100.7

Country (Albany) Top 40 (Portland) Corvallis/Albany rebroadcast of Portland community radio KFLY 101.5 Rock (Corvallis) KINK 101.9 Adult contemporary (Portland) KEHK 102.3 Contemporary rock (Eugene) KYTE 102.7 Adult contemporary (Newport) KOPB 103.1 Oregon Public Broadcasting (Corvallis) KDUK 104.7 Top 40 (Eugene) KRSK 105.1 Adult contemporary (Portland) KLOO 106.3 Classic rock (Corvallis) KLTH 106.7 Oldies (Portland) KLVU 107.1 Christian, K-Love network (Sweet Home) KVMX 107.5 80s & 90s (Portland) KHPE 107.9 Contemporary Christian (Albany) AM stations KOAC 550 Public radio (Corvallis) KUGN 590 News/talk (Eugene)

KZTU 660 Spanish (Junction City) KFIR 720 Country (Sweet Home) KXL 750 News/talk (Portland) KWIL 790 Traditional Christian (Albany) KPAM 860 News talk (Portland) KWIP 880 Regional Mexican (Dallas) KSHO 920 Adult standards (Lebanon) KWBY 940 Regional Mexican (Woodburn) KTHH 990 Comedy (Albany) KOTK 1080 Talk (Portland) KPNW 1120 News/talk/sports (Eugene) KEX 1190 Full service/news/talk (Portland) KCCS 1220 Christian hits (Salem) KEJO 1240 Sports (Corvallis) KNPT 1310 News/talk/sports (Newport) KLOO 1340 News/talk/sports (Corvallis) KSLM 1390 Talk (Salem) KYKN 1430 Talk/sports (Salem) KCKX 1460 Country (Stayton) KBZY 1490 Oldies (Salem) KGAL 1580 News, talk, sports Lebanon) 2011-12 OUR TOWN

COMMUNITY SERVICES 541-466-5311 E-mail: thetimes089@centurytel.net Editor: Don Ware Published every Wednesday. Weekly circulation: 826 The New Era 1313 Main St., Sweet Home 541-367-2135 E-mail: scott@sweethomenews.com www.sweethomenews.com Co-publishers: Scott and Miriam Swanson Editor: Scott Swanson Published every Wednesday. Weekly circulation: 2,004 Itemizer Observer 147 S.E. Court St., Dallas 503-623-2373 nadams@polkio.com www.polkio.com Editor: Kurt Holland Serves Polk County area. Published every Wednesday. Weekly circulation: 5,084 Newport News-Times 831 N.E. Avery St., Newport 541-265-8571 E-mail: publisher@newportnewstimes.com www.newportnewstimes.com Publisher: Jeremy Burke Editor: Steve Card Published every Wednesday and Friday. Circulation: 6,842 Linn-Benton Community Commuter 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany 541-917-4451 E-mail: commuter@linnbenton.edu www.commuter.linnbenton.edu Adviser: Rob Priewe Serves the campus of Linn-Benton Community College.

and technology.

op. Circulation: 5,000

Lyrical Learning 8008 N.W. Cardwell Hill Drive, Corvallis 800-761-0906, 541-754-3579 E-mail: lyricallearning@proaxis.com www.lyricallearning.com

Generations 250 Broadalbin S.W., Suite 2A, Albany 541-812-0849, 541-753-9197 Email: bfox@communityservices.us A quarterly publication of Community Services Consortium for local senior centers, and retired and senior volunteer programs.

Specializes in science learning materials, using music as a teaching tool. New Moon Publishing 341 S.W. 2nd St., Corvallis. 541-757-8477 www.growingedge.com Publisher of the indoor and outdoor gardening magazine, The Growing Edge. Oregon State University Press 121 The Valley Library, Corvallis 541-737-3166 E-mail: osu.press@oregonstate.edu http://oregonstate.edu/dept/press Publishes books primarily with Northwest interest.

Periodicals Calyx 216 S.W. Madison Ave. Suite. 7, Corvallis 541-753-9384 E-mail: 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. The Compass 545 S.W. Second St., Suite A, Corvallis 541-758-2644 www.communityservices.us

Publishers

Editor: Janet O'Doherty-Hessel, 758-2644; jhessel@communityservices.us Published by Community Services Consortium monthly to provide access to local resource information on a range of assistance needs for low-income residences. Provides information on food, jobs, family planning, housing, finances, emergency food and housing, substance abuse or domestic violence. They also publish a Linn-Benton Resource Directory which lists most of the local nonprofit service agencies in the area.

Grapevine Publications Inc. 3650 N.E. Canterbury Circle, Corvallis 541-754-0583, 800-338-4331 E-mail: info@read-gpi.com www.readgpi.com

Co-Op Thymes 1007 S.E. Third St., Corvallis 541-753-3115. ext. 321 E-mail: thymes@firstalt.coop www.firstalt.coop

Publishes books on finance, math, science

Published monthly by the First Alternative Co-

O r egon S ta te U ni v er s i ty D ai l y B a r om eter 106 Memorial Union East, OSU campus, Corvallis 541-737-2231 E-mail: editor@dailybarometer.com www.dailybarometer.com Serves the campus of Oregon State University.

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Oregon's Agricultural Progress 422 Kerr Administration Building, Corvallis 541-737-3311 E-mail: oregonprogress@oregonstate.edu www.oregonprogress.oregonstate.edu Editor: Peg Herring, peg.herring @oregonstate.edu Circulation: karen.zimmerman@oregon state.edu Published quarterly by Agricultural Experiment Station, Oregon State University. Circulation: 12,000 Oregon Stater 204 CH2M Alumni Center, Corvallis 541-737-2351 E-mail: osualum@oregonstate.edu www.osualum.com Editor: Kevin Miller, kevin.miller @oregonstate.edu Published three times annually by the OSU Alumni Association. Life at OSU 416 Kerr Administration Building, Corvallis 541-737-4611 lifeatosu@oregonstate.edu http//oregonstate.edu/dept/ncs/lifeatosu Staff newsletter printed by the OSU News and Communication Services (bi-weekly during the school year, monthly during the summer). Circulation: 4,500 Rubberstampmadness 216 S.W. Madison Ave. Suite 17, Corvallis 541-752-0075 E-mail: rsm@rsmadness.com www.rsmadness.com Editor: Roberta Sperling Quarterly magazine devoted to rubber stamps. Update Linn County Old Armory Building Room 102 104 Fourth Ave. S.W. (PO Box 765) laurie.gibson@oregonstate.edu Editor: Lynn Welp The monthy publication for Linn County/OSU Extension.

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espite the lingering effects of the Great Recession, the mid-valley economy went into the summer of 2011 looking a little bit healthier than the year before. As of May, unemployment was running at 5.8 percent in Benton County and 10.8 percent in Linn. While the Linn County jobless numbers remain uncomfortably high, the rate has at least stabilized over the last year. Benton County, meanwhile, added 900 jobs from the year before and was within about 630 jobs of its pre-recession employment level. The big driver in Benton County's recovering employment market was Oregon State University, which hired additional faculty and staff to keep pace with surging enrollment. OSU was expecting 25,000 students for fall term of 2011, and projections call for enrollment to peak at around 35,000 by 2025. Health care has been a stabilizing influence throughout the recession, and the sector remained robust in both counties, with both Samaritan Health Services and The Corvallis Clinic adding jobs. In Lebanon, Samaritan's new medical school campus began to take shape. The main classroom building for the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific/Northwest is finished, and COMP/Northwest will enroll its first class of med students in the fall of 2011. Two additional buildings were under construction this summer, and more are planned for the Lebanon campus. Wood products, on the other hand, continued to shrink. Weyerhaeuser's employment numbers are emblematic of the sector's struggles. The timber industry giant was Linn County's largest employer when it acquired Willamette Industries in 2002 with 1,400 workers. This year, however, Weyco slipped out of the top 10 altogether with just 280 on the payroll.

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Hewlett-Packardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most recent M.E.M.S. product is this 3-axis accelerometer. individual plant, state or even country). Corvallis-based Siga Technologies got a huge boost when it landed a $433 million contract to produce a smallpox antiviral treatment for the National Strategic Stockpile. Already one of the richest biotech deals in Oregon history, the contract could expand to as much as $2.8 billion if Siga wins follow-on business for more of its drug from the Biomedical Advanced Development and Research Authority. Meanwhile, another up-and-coming Corvallis tech company hit a major stumbling block when its main financial backer went to prison for running a massive Ponzi scheme. NuScale

Power, a startup that's developing a new kind of scalable nuclear reactor design, spent the first half of 2011 scrambling to secure replacement financing. The mid-valley's retail landscape continued to evolve. The old Circle Nine Shopping Center completed its transformation into Corvallis Crossing with the opening of a new anchor tenant, Market of Choice, and the demise of Richey's Market, one of the area's last mom & pop supermarkets. Albany, meanwhile, was looking forward to a pair of new arrivals. Walmart broke ground on its first Albany store while Lowe's continued to move ahead on plans for a home improve-

Grass seed prices stabilized somewhat as warehouses worked through some of their excess inventory. Driving the improvement were strong wheat prices, prompting many mid-valley growers to cut back on tall fescue and perennial rye plantings in favor of wheat. And as long as they keep planting wheat, the reduced supply of turfgrass seed should continue to prop up prices. Employment remained relatively stable at Hewlett-Packard Co., the region's largest high-tech employer with somewhere in the vicinity of 2,000 workers (the global computer company no longer releases job numbers by

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Autumn Bliege and family of Sweet Home order broccoli from Cheryl Phillips of Corvallis at the Albany Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market in downtown Albany. ment warehouse despite encountering some delays over permit issues.

Top 10 Lists Top Employers BENTON COUNTY 1 Oregon State University 2 Samaritan Health Services 3 Hewlett-Packard Co. 4 Corvallis School District 5 Corvallis Clinic 6 City of Corvallis 7 Benton County 8 CH2M Hill 9 Fiserv 10 Children's Farm Home LINN COUNTY

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10,253 2,700 2,000 771 620 432 378 370 294 293

1 Samaritan Health Services 2 ATI (Oremet-Wah Chang-Pacific Cast) 3 Linn-Benton Comm. College 4 Greater Albany Pub. Schools 5 Linn County 6 Target Distribution Center 7 Lowe's Distribution Center 8 Georgia-Pacific/GP Resins 9 City of Albany 10 Entek

1,620 1,502 1,054 1,000 587 530 500 475 399 290

Top Agricultural Products BENTON COUNTY (2010) 1 Christmas trees 2 Vegetable & truck crops 3 Dairy products 4 Farm forest products 5 Wheat 6 Tall fescue 7 Annual ryegrass

$13.9 million $12 million $7.8 million $7 million $6.5 million $5.5 million $4.3 million

AREA COMMERCE 8 Hay & forage $3 million 9 Cattle $2.3 million 10 Peppermint oil $2.2 million Source: OSU Extension Service LINN COUNTY (2010) 1 Grain & hay $40.7 million 2 Annual ryegrass $37.8 million 3 Perennial ryegrass $22.4 million 4 Dairy $21.5 million 5 Vegetable & truck crops $15.9 million 6 Woodlands/Christmas trees $14.9 million 7 Poultry $14.5 million 8 Tall fescue $12.2 million 9 Field crops $11.1 million 10 Cattle and calves $8.9 million Source: OSU Extension Service

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE Albany Area Chamber of Commerce 435 First Ave. W., Albany 541-926-1517 E-mail: info@albanychamber.com www.albanychamber.com

Top Property Taxpayers BENTON COUNTY (2010) Tax 1 Hewlett-Packard Co. 2 Comcast Corp. 3 NW Natural 4 PacifiCorp 5 Evanite Fiber Inc. 6 Avery Investments LLC 7 Qwest Corp. 8 Starker Forests Inc. 9 Witham Hill Oaks Apts. 10 Suncor Partners LLC

Real market value

$6,341,507 $420,763,285 $573,983 $37,343,900 $477,633 $32,696,400 $475,112 $33,850,000 $366,162 $24,453,636 $301,460 $24,339,061 $299,997 $19,448,900 $278,509 $52,773,007 $249,274 $25,707,443 $194,791 $26,367,210 Source: Benton County Assessor's Office

LINN COUNTY (2010) Tax 1 IP Eat Three LLC 2 Target Corp. 3 PacifiCorp 4 Oremet 5 Fort James 6 Wah Chang 7 NW Natural 8 Comcast 9 Entek International 10 Weyerhaeuser Co.

Real market value

$1,613,123 $114,553,310 $1,338,186 $76,889,470 $1,193,648 $84,858,000 $1,136,102 $66,631,310 $1,079,588 $134,640,540 $1,035,577 $110,222,290 $817,856 $48,693,600 $727,571 $43,000,800 $579,249 $30,624,910 $570,879 $42,401,610 Source: Linn County Assessor's Office

Corv allis-B enton Chamber Coalition 420 N.W. Second St., Corvallis 541-757-1505 E-mail: info@cbchambercoalition.com www.cbchambercoalition.com Tri-County Chamber (Junction City-Harrisburg-Monroe) 341 W. Sixth St., Junction City 541-998-6154 E-mail: info@jch-chamber.org www.jch-chamber.org L ebanon A r ea Chamber of Commer ce & Visitors Center 1040 Park St., Lebanon 541-258-7164 E-mail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org www.lebanon-chamber.org Phi l omath A r ea Chamber of Commer ce 1010 Applegate St., Philomath 541-929-2454 E-mail: director@philomathchamber.org www.philomathchamber.org Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce 1575 Main St., Sweet Home 541-367-6186 E-mail: info@sweethomechamber.com www.sweethomechamber.com

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HEALTH CARE

Health Care In an emergency, call 911

Immediate Help Albany Samaritan Albany General Hospital 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W. 541-812-4000 Open 24 hours Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic 1700 Geary St. S.E. 541-812-5500 Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, but open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. other holidays. Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic 400 Hickory St. N.W. 541-812-5175 Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon. through Fri.; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. The Corvallis Clinic at North Albany Village 601 Hickory St. N.W. 541-926-3441 Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

Corvallis Cor v al l i s Cl i ni c Immedi ate Car e Center 3680 N.W. Samaritan Drive 541-754-1282 Open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends and some holidays. Closed Christmas. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive 541-768-5111 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Mon. Wed. Fri.; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tues. Thurs. Samaritan Urgent C are Center 5232 S.W. Philomath Blvd. 541-768-4970 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat.; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun.

Lebanon Samar i tan L ebanon Communi ty H os pi tal 525 North Santiam Highway 541-258-2101 Open 24 hours Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic 525 Santiam Highway 541-451-7915 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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The campus of the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis continues to evolve. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat./Sun. Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving, but open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. other holidays.

Finding a Doctor Find-a-Physician A free service of The Corvallis Clinic, Find-aPhysician 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) or 541-791-2565 (Albany). Finda-Physician information is available online at www.corvallisclinic.com/findaphysician.

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: 800-577-7317

Hospitals & Clinics Samaritan Health Services Inc. www.samhealth.org

Physician Referral Network A free service of Samaritan Health Services Inc., this service provides insurance plan information, referral information for primary and specialty care physicians in the region and can assist groups with locating a speaker on a health topic. Call 541-768-5121 or 800863-5241 for more information. Physician profiles and referrals are available online at www.samhealth.org.

HEALTH CARE Founded in the late 1990s, Samaritan Health Services (SHS) is a nonprofit regional network of hospitals, physicians and senior care facilities employing more than 5,500 people. The network serves more than 250,000 residents in Linn, Benton, Lincoln and portions of Polk and Marion 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. SHS employs more than 200 physicians and other health care providers who work in 70 outpatient clinics and in hospital-based specialty services. Senior care and assisted living is provided at Wiley Creek Community in Sweet Home. SHS has been nationally recognized for highquality programs and outcomes. Its cancer center, based in Corvallis, has earned the highest level of accreditation, and its cardiology and orthopedics programs have received five start-ratings for quality outcomes. SHS also is actively involved in the education of health professionals including physicians, nurses and technologists. The Center for Health Research and Quality supports healthrelated grants, contracts and clinical trials designed to help improve patient care and quality. The Oregon Health Plan â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which provides subsidized health care to 18,000 Linn and Benton residents â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is administered by Samaritan Health Services under the name InterCommunity Health Network. Also, a patient assistance program helps those without insurance and senior adults can obtain needed medications at no cost from national pharmaceutical companies through the Samaritan Medical Assistance Program. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis 541-768-5111 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 the Samaritan Heart & Vascular Institute, neurosurgery and adult mental health services. Home health services for the region are centralized in Corvallis. 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 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany 541-812-4000

Albany Laser Services 705 Elm St. S.W., Suite 200, 541-812-4868

A 76-bed hospital with 24-hour emergency care Samaritan Albany General Hospital has operated in the greater Albany area since 1924. Hospital services include a trauma level III Emergency Department, a 6,400-square-foot Critical and Cardiac Unit, 36-bed Acute Care Unit, Physical Rehabilitation, the Women's Center (offering homelike birthing suites and a variety of expectant parent classes), Lifeline personal response service, infusion services, same-day surgeries, maternity care coordinators and state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging, including mammography, stereotactic biopsy, digital angiography and MRI. In an effort to help military families be together for the miracle of birth, the Women's Center at SAGH offers a high-tech camera which is able to broadcast a secure video feed from any of the center's birth suites. This new technology allows military fathers serving overseas to watch the birth of their child live from a designated computer. The feed is also interactive, allowing new moms and dads to interact during and after birth. Last fall, a new Samaritan Medical and Diagnostics Center opened in North Albany off of Hickory Street Northwest. Samaritan Valley Imaging Services, a cancer resource center and Samaritan Willamette Valley Open MRI, the first open MRI service in the midvalley, is located on the first floor.

Albany Obstetrics & Gynecology 705 Elm St. S.W., Suite 200, 541-812-4850 Calapooia Fami ly Medicine 1100 Seventh Ave. S.W., 541-926-9329 Geary Family Practice 1700 Geary St. S.E., 541-812-5620 Geary Pediatrics with Internal Medicine 400 Hickory St. N.W. 541-812-5700 Geary Street Family Pr actice 1700 Geary St. S.E., 541-812-5500 Mid-Valley Children's Clinic 734 Elm St. S.W., and 1700 Geary St. S.E., 541-812-5111 Samar i tan A l bany Sur gi cal A s s oci ates 705 Elm St. S.W., Suite 300, 541-812-4580 Samaritan Hand Therapy and Upper Extremity Therapy 400 Hickory St. N.W., Suite 302, 541-812-4920

Samar i tan L ebanon Communi ty H os pi tal 525 Santiam Highway 541-258-2101 A critical access hospital with 24-hour emergency care SLCH houses a fairly new Health Career and Training Center, which features 12,630 square feet of instructional space, including six classrooms, a simulation lab and advanced technological equipment and resources. The space accommodates various training opportunities, as well as community events. The hospital also features an 11,250-squarefoot healing garden, with waterfalls, koi ponds and native Oregon plants. A spacious birthing room with hot tub overlooks the garden. Other clinics and providers affiliated with Samaritan Health Services

ALBANY Albany Internal Medicine Group 1086 Seventh Ave. S.W., 541-967-4249 2011-12 OUR TOWN

HEALTH CARE Samaritan Mental Health 1052 29th Ave. S.W., 541-812-5060

Samaritan Dermatology 2358 N.W. Kings Blvd, Suite 100, 541-753-5700

Samaritan Mid-Valley Orthopedics 400 Hickory St. N.W., Suite 200, 541-812-5820

Samaritan Kidney Specialists 3615 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 203, 541768-6930

Samaritan Occupational Medicine 2615 Willetta St. S.W., No. C2, 541-812-5600 W r e n O bs t e t r i c s & G y n e c o l o g y 631 Elm St., 541-812-4900

BROWNSVILLE Barron-Giboney Family Medicine 439 N. Main St., 541-451-6930 Brownsville Pioneer Clinic 157 Spaulding St., 541-451-6940

CORVALLIS Cor v al l i s H ear ts pr i ng Wel l nes s Center 990 N.W. Circle Blvd., Suite 201, 541-768-6412

Samaritan Mammography Services 444 N.W. Elks Drive, 541-768-5060 Samaritan Mental Health 3509 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-5235 Samaritan Integrative Medicine/Heartspring Wellness Center 990 N.W. Circle Blvd. Suite 201, 541-768-6412 Samaritan Neurosurgery 3615 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 210 541-768-4501, 541-768-5210 Samaritan Ob/Gyn 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 270, 541-768-5300

International Travel Clinic 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 210, 541768-5810

Samaritan Occu pational Medicine 5234 S.W. Philomath Blvd., Suite B, 541-7686211

Samaritan Ambulatory Infusion 444 N.W. Elks Drive 541-768-5360

Samaritan Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center 3620 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-6300

Samar i tan B ar i atr i c Sur ger y Pr ogr am 3517 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 100 541-7684280

Samaritan Pediatrics 3517 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-4901

Samaritan Dialysis Services 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-5182

S a m a r i t an P l a s t i c a n d R e c o n s t r u c t i v e Surgery 996 N.W. Circle Blvd., Suite 103, 541-768-4370

Samaritan Family Medicine 3517 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-5142

Samaritan Regional Cancer Center 501 N.W. Elks Drive, 541-768-5220

Samar itan H ear t & Vas cul ar Ins ti tute 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-5223

Samaritan Rheumatology 2358 N.W. Kings Blvd. Suite 100 541-768-5800

Samar itan Surgical Specialists 3615 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-5930

LEBANON East Linn Health Center 55 Twin Oaks Ave., 541-451-6920 Main Street Family Medicine 191 N. Main St., 541-451-7940 Mid-Valley Medical Plaza 425 N. Santiam Highway, 541-451-7800 Park Street Clinic 325 Park St., 541-451-7200 Mi d - V a l l e y P e d i a t r i c s 701 N. Fifth St. Suite C1020, 541-451-7820 Mid- Val ley Ob/ Gyn 701 N. Fifth C1020, 541-451-7250

SWEET HOME Sweet Home Family Medicine 679 Main St., 541-367-5158 Sweet H ome Phy s i cal Rehabi l i tati on and Sports Medicine 646 Holley Road, 541-451-6272

The Corvallis Clinic www.corvallisclinic.com As the largest independent, physician-led multi-specialty medical group, The Corvallis Clinic has served the mid-Willamette Valley since 1947,. With seven locations, approximately 80 primary care and specialty care physicians, and more than 600 employees, The Clinic is Corvallis' fifth-largest employer. New to The Corvallis Clinic family is The Corvallis Clinic at Walnut Boulevard, a com-

Samaritan Internal Medicine 3615 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 100, 541768-5140 Samaritan Gynecology & Surgical Associates 400 N.W. Walnut Blvd, Suite 300, 541-768-4680 Samaritan Hematology & Oncology Consultants 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive Suite 161 541-7684952 Samaritan Infectious Disease 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 210, 541768-5810 2011-12 OUR TOWN

HEALTH CARE prehensive Occupational Medicine and Physical Therapy center. The opening of the facility in November 2010 brought improved services, better access, and enhanced collaboration between Occupational Medicine and Physical Therapy. The Corvallis Clinic Physical Therapy provides orthopedic, neurologic, and geriatric therapies, hand therapy, athletic training and therapuetic solutions for continence problems. The Walnut Boulevard location also serves as headquarters for Occupational Medicine, offering workplace safety solutions for area businesses. 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, radiology department and a nutrition counseling office.

The Cor v al l i s Cl i ni c Sur ger y Center 601 N.W. Elks Drive, 541-754-1254

Albany Foot Clinic 2605 Willetta St. S.W., Suite D-2, 541-928-3413

PHILOMATH

Allen Brooks, MD, Neurology 1086 Seventh Ave. S.W., Suite 202, 541-928-2965

The Cor v al l i s Cl i ni c Phi l omath F ami l y Medicine 1219 Applegate St., 541-929-2922

Quality Care Associates Inc. 541-928-3424 This independent physicians association represents about 80 family practice doctors and 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 Al bany Anest hesi a 930 Ninth Ave. S.W., 541-926-9611

Diagnostic Imaging Associates 945 Sixth Ave. S.W., 541-926-5636 Ey e C a r e A s s o c i a t e s 2715 Willetta St. S.W., 541-926-5848 Genstler Eye Center 2700 14th Ave. S.E., 541-928-1667 Robert Hall, MD Urology 920 Eighth Ave. S.W., 541-928-1221 Robert Moore, MD, Urology 631 Elm St. S.W., Suite 201, 541-812-4388 M i d - V a l le y F a m i l y C l i n i c 2605 Willetta St. S.W., 541-926-9375 Mark Robertson, MD Otolaryngology 950 29th Ave. S.W., 541-967-0404 A l ber t Ry ck man, MD G as tr oenter ol ogi s t 631 Elm St. S.W., 541-926-1125

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 clinic's Clinical Research Center. The Corvallis Clinic medical group includes:

ALBANY The Corvallis Clinic at Waverly Drive/Albany 1705 Waverly Drive S.E., 541-967-8221 Occupational Medicine 1705 Waverly Drive S.E., 541-928-6421 The Corvallis Clinic at North Albany Village 601 Hickory St. N.W. 541-926-3441

CORVALLIS Asbury Building 3680 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-754-1150 Aumann Building 444 N.W. Elks Drive, 541-754-1150 Cor v al l i s Cl i ni c at Wal nut B oul ev ar d 2350 N.W. Century Drive Suite 100 Physical Therapy 541-754-1265 Occupational Therapy 541-753-1786

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HEALTH CARE Scott Serrill, MD Dermatology 1050 Seventh Ave. S.W., 541-928-1636

CORVALLIS Castillo Family Medicine 1763 N.W. Kings Blvd., 541-757-2585 Lisa Cornelius, DPM Podiatrist 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-757-7100 Corvallis Family Medicine 2400 N.W. Kings Blvd., 541-757-2400 Corvallis Gastroenterology 3517 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-753-2205 Corvallis Radiology 2314 N.W. Kings Blvd., 541-758-5047 Jaffer Bashey, MD Urology 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Suite 210, 541752-7721 Mark Ylen/Democrat-Herald

Richard Havard, MD Plastic Surgery 996 N.W. Circle Blvd., 541-768-4370 Abi gail Haberman, MD Dermatology 330 N.W. Elks Drive, 541-754-2757

Husband and wife Brad and Lauren Geyer of Seattle were two of the first 107 students at The College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest in Lebanon, which opened its doors in July of 2011.

Sandra Hufsmith, MD Ophthalmology 2294 N.W. Kings Blvd., 541-754-1415

Community Outreach Free Medical Clinics

Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wed.

Todd Lewis, MD Orthopedic Surgery 2211 N.W. Professional Drive, 541-757-7463

865 N.W. Riemann Ave., Corvallis 541-758-3000 www.communityoutreachinc.org

Craig McNabb, MD Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-757-7200

Monroe Health Center 610 Dragon Drive, Monroe, 541-847-5143 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. and Fri., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wed.

Community Outreach Inc. offers free medical clinics for uninsured people at three different locations. Clinics are staffed with 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 pay a $5 fee to help support the program. Clinic Medicas. Servicios para personas sin tarjeta medica. Llamen 541-758-3000 para informacion acerca de todos las clinicas. Se habla espanol.

Mohammed Mohammed, MD Nephr ol ogi s t 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-757-7100 Ryan Stevens, MD Otolaryngology 1867 N.W. Kings Blvd., 541-757-4999 L ui s V e l a , D O O r t h o p e d i c S u r g e r y 3640 N.W. Samaritan Drive, 541-768-6300 Willamette Cardiology 410 N.W. Walnut Blvd., 541-753-9497 Ronal d Wobi g, MD O r thopedi c Sur ger y 1128 N.E. Second St., 541-757-8100

LEBANON

Local clinics : Corvallis: 865 N.W. Riemann Ave. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week

Terrance Hill, MD Gastroenterology 100 Mullins Drive, 541-451-6380

Albany: InReach Clinic, 315 Fourth Ave. S.E. Check-in time: 5 p.m. Thurs.

Ter r y Shor tr i dge, MD G ener al Sur ger y 55-C Twin Oaks Ave. Suite 1, 541-451-6412

Lebanon: East Linn Community Clinic, 1600 S. Main St.

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Other Health Resources Benton County Health Department 530 N.W. 27th St., Corvallis (P.O. Box 579, Corvallis, OR 97339) 541-766-6835 www.co.benton.or.us/health The Benton County Health Department strives to increase access to care for the county's underserved residents â&#x20AC;&#x201D; uninsured persons, those with Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) or Medicare, as well as low income elderly persons, students, migrant and seasonal farm workers. Language translation services are provided. Communi ty H eal th Center s of B enton and Linn Counties 530 N.W. 27th St., Corvallis 541-766-6835 www.co.benton.or.us/healthcenter

HEALTH CARE PRIMARY CARE Primary care is available through the Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties at four different 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 and the cost of services are based on income (i.e. on a sliding free scale). The center accepts 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, while 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 counseling or case management may see a clinical case worker.

Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wed. Monroe Health Center 610 Dragon Drive, Monroe; 541-847-5143 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.; 1 to 6 p.m. Wed.; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thurs.

Linn County Department of Health Services 315 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany 541-967-3888, 800-304-7468 (toll-free) www.co.linn.or.us/Health 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 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 104 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany; 541-967-3819 Individual assessment and evaluation available, as well as individual, group and family counseling for adults and adolescents, referrals and prevention services. Commission on Children and Families 308 Broadalbin St. S.W., Albany; 541-967-3823 Facilitates comprehensive countywide planning and provides support to community providers that serve children and families. Developmental Disabilities 445 Third Ave. S.W., Albany; 541-967-3890 Provides advocacy and service coordination for those with developmental disabilities and/or mental retardation. Environmental Health 300 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany; 541-967-3821 Licenses and inspects restaurants, tourist facilities, public pools and spas; issues per-

mits and inspects septic systems; regulates public drinking water systems; administers solid waste collection, disposal and recycling franchises; investigates nuisance complaints; rabies tracking for the state; and participates in disease outbreak investigations. Mental Health 445 Third Ave. S.W., Albany; 541-967-3866 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. After hours: 800-560-5535. Public Health 315 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany; 541-967-3888 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, Infant 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, mental health and public health services. Sweet Home Office: 799 Long St., 541-367-3888 Offers youth alcohol and drug programs and youth and adult mental health and public health services.

Trillium Family Services 4455 N.E. Highway 20, Corvallis 541-758-5900

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER LOCATIONS Benton Health Center 530 N.W. 27th St., Corvallis; 541-766-6835 Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri. and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wed. Lincoln Health Center 121 S.E. Viewmont Ave., Corvallis; 541-7663546 Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri.; 1 to 5 p.m. Wed. East Linn Health Center 55 Twin Oaks Ave., Lebanon; 541-451-6920

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HEALTH CARE www.trilliumfamily.org

Albany Police Chief Ed Boyd, right, leads the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics north on Old Salem Road. The 15-mile Linn County leg started at the Barenbrug warehouse in Tangent and concluded at Jefferson Market.

The Children's Farm Home Campus run by Trillium Family Services is a psychiatric mental health facility, accredited by the Joint Commission for Accredited Health Care Organizations, 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.

OSU Student Health Services

David Patton/Democrat-Herald

201 Plageman Building, OSU campus 541-737-9355 http://studenthealth.oregonstate.edu 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 Web site 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, mid-level practitioners and other clinicians at no additional cost. It also provides two free nutritional consultations per year with a registered dietician, access to self-care assessments, anonymous Q & A through the AnswerSpot Web site, health promotion and educational outreach and events, and 24-hour nurse advice by phone. Fees are charged for services such as laboratory, X-ray, pharmacy, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, chiropractic and other services. Common fees are listed on the SHS Web site. 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.

ed, students might be referred to health care providers in the community. Dixon Recreation Center 26th Street and Intramural Way 541-737-3736 http://oregonstate.edu/recsports 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.

Other Corvallis Children's Therapy 517 S.W. Second St. 541-974-7709

Couns el i ng and Ps y chol ogi cal Ser v i ces (CAPS) Snell Hall - Fifth Floor 541-737-2131 http://oregonstate.edu/counsel/ 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 and if more intensive or specialized care is need2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Finding Help M

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. 865 N.W. Reiman Ave., Corvallis 97330 541-758-3000 www.communityoutreachinc.org The agency offers an emergency and transitional homeless shelter including a drug and alcohol treatment program, provisions for single women and men and 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 and information and referral; licensed drug and 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 S.W. Second St., Suite A, Corvallis 541-752-1010 • 250 Broadalbin St., S.W., Suite 2A, Albany 541-928-6335 • 380 Market St., Lebanon 541-451-1071 • 120 N.E. Avery St., Newport 541-265-8505 www.csc.gen.or.us The agency helps people throughout Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties overcome poverty by providing services leading to selfsufficiency, including case management services related to rent and utility assistance; job search assistance workshops and job placement for job seekers and businesses; a food

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The first wall goes up at a Habitat for Humanity House in Philomath. collection and distribution program; a food and firewood gleaning program; no-interest housing rehabilitation loan programs for lowmoderate income homeowners to correct health, safety and structural deficiencies; assistance to first-time homeowners and weatherization services. Specified income guidelines apply to most programs.

Department of Human Services Self-Sufficiency Programs • 545 S.W. Second St., Suite B, Corvallis 541-757-4201 • 118 Second Ave. S.E., Suite C, Albany 541-967-2078 • 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 Adult Protective Services 1400 Queen Ave. S.E. Suite 206, Albany 541-967-8630, 800-638-0510 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 541-754-0110, 800-927-0197 (24-hour crisis hotline) www.cardvservices.org Provides emergency confidential shelter and support services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in both Linn and Benton counties. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

FINDING HELP ChildSafe Old Mill Center 1650 SW 45th, Corvallis 541-757-8068 www.oldmillcenter.org Individual, family and group counseling program for victims of sexual assault and other forms of abuse, ages 4 to 18, and their nonoffending family members. Certified relief nursery, speech therapy and integrated preschool. Abuse: Family and group counseling for children/teen victims of sexual and other forms of abuse. Coping/Counseling: Individual, group and family counseling for children and teens struggling in school and in their family. OHP, private insurance, scholarships. Coping/Counseling: Psychiatric day treatment program for children ages 3-7, having serious emotional, social and behavioral problems in home and group settings. Preschool children with special needs: Integrate NAEYC accredited preschool classroom for typically developing children and those with special needs, ages 3-5, in specially designed classroom with highly trained staff. 1-3 Year Olds: Relief nursery provides therapeutic classrooms, home visiting, mental health support as well as resources (clothing, diapers, etc.) at no cost to families to prevent child maltreatment. Outreach home visiting is provided to families not able to participate in therapeutic classrooms. Infants: Healthy Start provides regular home visiting at no cost to qualifying families having their first baby in Benton County.

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Firefighter Jon Booth hangs blue ribbons in a tree on the grounds of the Linn County Courthouse in March 2011. The ribbons represent the 635 cases of child abuse and neglect in Linn County the previous year. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) 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.

Parent/Education Support: Group and individual parent education and mental health support and counseling for parents experiencing stress, frustration, depression and for parents in recovery.

1400 Queen Ave. S.E., Suite 206, Albany 541-928-3636, 541-967-8630, 800-638-0510 www.ocwcog.org

Speech Therapy: Individual speech and language therapy for children ages 2-18 needing help with speech and language disorders, including late talking and unintelligible speech.

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.

DHS Child Welfare Program 555 N.W. Fifth St., Corvallis 541-757-4121 118 Second Ave. S.E., Albany 541-967-2060 Child abuse hotline open 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week 541-757-5019 www.oregon.gov/DHS/abuse/main.shtml 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Advocacy Commi s s i on on Chi l dr en and F ami l i es 408 S.W. Monroe Ave. Suite 101, Corvallis 541-766-6751 308 Broadalbin St., Albany 541-967-3823 Citizen volunteers, appointed by county com-

missioners, plan and advocate on behalf of children and families with a focus on child care issues, teen pregnancy, Healthy Start programs, strategies for reducing juvenile crime/substance abuse and more. The commissions strive to mobilize the community and involve citizens in community-based planning and decision-making. Cor v al l i s H omel es s Shel ter Coal i ti on West Side Community Church, 4000 SW Western Blvd. 541-740-3235 Advocates for the homeless population in Corvallis. The coalition provides cold weather shelter for men who are homeless from Nov. 15 through March 15. C o u r t - A p p o i n t e d S p ec i a l A d v o c a t e s (CASA) Benton County 541-753-5838 Email: program.manager@casa-vfc.org 442 N.W. Fourth St., Corvallis www.casa-vfc.org Linn County 440 1st Ave. SW P.O Box 100, Albany 541-926-2651 casaoflinnco@comcast.net

FINDING HELP www.linncasa.org Works with at-risk children to provide a voice for their best interests. Give2TheTroops 321 E. First Ave., Suite 1B, Albany 541-971-2671 Email: Scary@give2thetroops.org www.give2thetroops.org To support the physical, moral and spiritual health of America's armed forces in combat zones around the world through letters and packages prepared and shipped by volunteers. Organization open from 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday. Twice monthly packing parties (dates vary). Heartland Humane Society 398 S.W. Twin Oaks Circle, Corvallis 541-757-9000 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 lowincome pet owners. (Tues., Wed., Fri. noon-6 p.m.; Sat., Sun. noon-5 p.m.) O ffi ce o f the L ong- T er m Car e O mbuds m an 800-522-2602 Email: LTCO.contact@LTCO.state.or.us www.oregon.gov/LTCO Staff and trained volunteers (Certified Ombudsmen) serve as advocates for residents of long-term care facilities. OSU Women's Center Benton Annex, next to Benton Hall on the OSU campus 541-737-3186 Email: womenscenter@oregonstate.edu www.oregonstate.edu/womenscenter School year: Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon.Thurs.), 9 a.m. to 5 p .m. (Fri.) Summer: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.)

Petco Stores. Planned Parenthood Legislative Action Team 541-342-6042 (ext. 35) Email: nichi.masters@ppcw.org www.choiceadvocates.org Works to promote and protect women's reproductive health through legislation. SafeHaven Humane Society 33071 Highway 34 S.E., Albany 541-928-2789 Email: info@safehavenhumane.com www.safehavenhumane.com Full adoption, non-euthanizing shelter serving Linn and Benton counties. Hours: noon to 6 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; noon to 5 p.m. Sat.-Mon. Senior Dog Rescue of Oregon 541-929-4100 or 541-908-2331 Email: faria@pioneer.net www.petfinder.com/shelters/OR85.html Rescues older, homeless dogs and places them in permanent homes. Monthly adoption events hosted by the Petco store in Corvallis' Timberhill Shopping Center, 2365 N.W. Kings Blvd., noon to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month.

Corvallis (call for hours) 541-753-1711 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.

Coping/Counseling Assistance League of Corvallis Hug-a-Bear and Emergency Kit Programs 541-757-1978 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. Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy Expeditions 541-926-7252, 800-390-3983 Email: info@cfreer.com www.cfreer.com

Senior Services Advisory Council 1400 Queen Ave. S.E., Suite 206, Albany 541-924-8421 www.ocwcog.org

Therapeutic wilderness treks for teenagers. Licensed as a mental health and drug and alcohol program.

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.

Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center 541-740-3235

The Arc The Arc of Benton County, 414 NW 4th St.,

Provides practical assistance and advocacy for individuals experiencing homelessness, low income or mental health issues. â&#x20AC;˘ Drop-In Center, 602 S.W. Madison Ave. 9 a.m. to noon Mon. through Fri. â&#x20AC;˘ Project Action Office, 602 S.W. Madison

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.pan.petfinder.com Helps find new homes for dogs in need. Adoption events at Corvallis and Albany

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FINDING HELP Ave., noon to 2 p.m. Mon. through Fri. Friends of the Family • 425 Ellsworth St. S.W., Albany 541-917-8957 • 505 N.W. Harrison Blvd., Corvallis 541-757-1761 Email: friends@fofm.org www.fofm.org Offers premarital, marital, individual, family and play therapy counseling (sliding fee scale); middle and high school healthy relationships presentations; marriage/parenting seminars and community networking. Jackson Street Youth Shelter 555 N.W. Jackson Ave., Corvallis 541-754-2404, 800-901-2904 www.jsysi.org Emergency housing, crisis stabilization and links to services for youths ages 10 to 17. Milestones Family Recovery 541-753-7801, YES House 541-753-2230, Milestones Women’s Program 541-757-7534, Young Adult and Adult Outpatient Services milestonesrecovery.com Milestones offers a variety of treatment services and is committed to working with families and individuals seeking substance abuse treatment. NA MI Mi d- Val l ey (Nati onal A l l i ance on Mental Illness) 541-928-7036 www.nami.org/sites/NAMI-MidValley Local, volunteer, nonprofit organization of families, friends and people with mental illness. Family to Family classes each spring and fall include learning about mental illnesses, medications, available services and family coping skills. • Meeting location: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis Support group meetings, 7 p.m. (first and third Tuesdays) Old Mill Center for Children and Families 1650 S.W. 45th Place, Corvallis 541-757-8068 www.oldmillcenter.org Community-based, family-oriented center that helps children and teens of diverse backgrounds maximize their potential through specially-designed education and therapy programs. Pastoral Counseling Center 602 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis 2011-12 OUR TOWN

541-753-9217 www.pccmidvalley.org

ing and learning.

Individual, couple and family counseling with licensed and certified counselors. Fees based on ability to pay. Offices also in Albany and Lebanon.

Epsilon Sigma Alpha 541-928-3663 lindasue.brown@comcast.net www.esaintl.com

Trillium Family Services Children's Farm Home 4455 N.E. Hwy. 20, Corvallis 541-757-1852 www.trilliumfamily.org

An international sorority providing community service and individual education.

Provides treatment for youth with emotional and behavioral concerns through outpatient, foster care, in-home skill building and psychiatric residential care. Also offers education, recruitment and support to families involved in therapeutic foster care.

Greater Albany Association of Classified Employees 541-967-7113 www.ga-ace.org Educational support personnel dedicated to children in the Greater Albany Public Schools District.

Albany Education Association 541-967-7113

L B CC Par enti ng Educati on D epar tment 541-917-4897 www.linnbenton.edu/go/parenting-education Provides parenting education classes throughout Linn and Benton counties.

Teachers’ organization dedicated to improving the education of students in the Greater Albany Public Schools district.

Linn Benton Christian Home Education Wiki (LBCHEW) www.lbchew.wikispot.org

Education

Assistance League of Corvallis SAT Review 541-757-1978 www.alcorvallis.org

An interconnected community effort to explore, discuss and compile anything and

Offers Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) 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 343 N.W. Seventh St. (P.O. Box 911, Corvallis 97339) 541-753-1603 Email: bcf@peak.org www.bentoncountyfoundation.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. C o r v a l l i s M u l t i c u l tu r a l L i t e r a c y C e n t e r 128 S.W. Ninth St., Corvallis 541-754-7225 Email: cmlc@peak.org www.cmlcenter.org Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Sat.) and for special evening events Community-based "living room for learning" where people of all cultures can share teach-

FINDING HELP everything about Christian home education in Linn and Benton counties. Oregon Education Association www.oregoned.org Corvallis Education Association 146 S. 12th St., Philomath (P.O. Box 1209, Philomath, OR 97370) 541-929-3112 Email: corvallisea@oregoned.org Teachers helping teachers help kids and their parents achieve better Corvallis schools. O SU Ex tens i on O ffi ce/Mas ter G ar dener s Benton County 1849 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis 541-766-6750 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/benton Linn County 104 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany 541-967-3871 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 O regon State Employ ment D epartment • 139 Fourth Ave. S.E., Albany 541-967-2171 • 545 S.W. Second St. Suite C, Corvallis 541-757-4261 • 44 Industrial Way Suite B, Lebanon 541-259-5787 www.emp.state.or.us Provides placement services for job seekers and businesses.

Finances AARP Tax Aide 541-745-7246 Email: ritapinard@comcast.net www.aarp.org/taxaide Free tax preparation and electronic filing for seniors and low- to mid-income people. Counselors are trained in January and preparation of taxes offered between Feb. 1 and April 15 at various locations. Money Management International 645 Waverly Drive S.E. Suite 211, Albany 541-926-5843

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Kayla Naas of Jefferson pours a fresh load of wood chips on the playground of Sunrise Elementary to be spread by Mary Ann Roth of Albany, Petra Naas of Jefferson, and Kendra Spalinger of Albany during a project for Serve INC. Toll free, to schedule an appointment: 800308-2227 www.moneymanagement.org Help with money management and/or debt repayment planning, including budget workshops and first-time homebuyer classes.

Food/Clothing/Etc. Albany Helping Hands 619 Ninth Ave. S.E. P.O. Box 2252, Albany 97321 541-926-4036 Email: wecare@albanyhh.org www.albanyhh.org Homeless shelter that provides daily meals and limited free clothing for men and women. Mail and message phone service, shower and laundry facility upon approval. Assistance League of Corvallis Operation School Bell 541-757-1978 www.alcorvallis.org Provides new clothing and hygiene kits to school-aged children through Operation School Bell and clothing to emergency room patients when needed. Furniture Share 541-754-9511

Furniture drop-off locations: The River Center, 3000 S. Santiam Highway, Lebanon 155 S.E. Lily Ave., Corvallis Email: bfs1@peak.org www.bfs.peak.org Distributes donated furniture at no cost to low-income families in need. Community Outreach Emergency Food Bank 865 N.W. Reiman Ave., Corvallis 541-758-3000 www.communityoutreachinc.org Food box is open 2 to 9 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Sat./Sun.), including holidays. Office is open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week. 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 Open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Drop-in center with weekday programming focused on low-income guests. Project Action 425 S.W. Madison, Suite Q1 541-738-7500 2011-12 OUR TOWN

FINDING HELP Open 10 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. Provides assistance to the homeless including help obtaining ID, filling out applications and small loans to help with deposits on housing. Fish Emergency Services of Benton County 541-752-4688 Provides financial assistance for rent, utilities, medical needs and transportation to residents in Benton County. Fish of Albany 541-928-4460 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 Emergency help with prescriptions, food, clothing, lodging, transportation, gasoline and utilities. God’s Heart 541-926-0514 pwhrb@aol.com Clothing and household goods giveaway (third Sat.) 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2110 Santiam Highway, S.E., Albany. Lin n-Benton Food Share and Gleaning Program 545 S.W. Second St., Corvallis 541-752-1010 Email: mgibson@csc.gen.or.us www.csc.gen.or.us/foodshare.htm Collects and distributes food to 74 local nonprofits, including food pantries, soup kitchens, gleaning groups and shelters. Love INC of Benton County 541-757-8111 Email: loveinc@yourloveinc.org www.yourloveinc.org Helps churches help young people. Operates a clearinghouse to make the connections. Help Line 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Mon through Thurs), 10 a.m. to noon (Fri.) Marys River Gleaners 541-929-5497 Provides food and firewood to low-income families and individuals. Donations of clothing and furniture welcome. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop 144 N.W. Second St., Corvallis www.orst.edu/groups/osufolk/ Volunteer-run store that sells used clothing, household items, books, clothing and music items to benefit customers plus raise money for a scholarship fund and more than 50 Benton County agencies and organizations. Philomath Community Services 360 S. Ninth St. 541-929-2499 Operates the Philomath Food Bank, Baby Bank, Gleaners and Holiday Cheer programs. Food and Baby Bank hours are 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Tues.) and 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Thurs.). The gleaners operate from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Sat.) and the Holiday Cheer Program takes place each December. The gleaners and food pantry serve low-income families living west of 53rd Street. Salvation Army Food Bank 345 Columbus St. S.E., Albany 541-928-4774

Albany • St. Mary's Catholic Church, 820 Ellsworth St. S.W. 541-926-8562 Meals served 5 to 6 p.m. (Mon./Wed./Fri.) Corvallis • St. Mary's Catholic Church, 501 N.W. 25th St. Meals served 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (Mon./Thurs.) and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Wed./Fri.) 541-757-2906 (during meal times) • First Christian Church, 602 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis Meals served 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (Tues.), 10 to 11 a.m. (Sat.) and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (Sun.) 541-753-2671 or 541- 754-1827 Lebanon • First Christian Church, 170 E. Grant St. 541-451-7667 Meals served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (Mon./Wed./Fri.)

Open 9 to 11:45 a.m. (Mon./Wed./Fri.) Provides food boxes and emergency financial assistance. Help available in Linn and Benton counties by appointment.

S w e e t H o m e Em e r g e n c y Ministries and Food Bank • United Methodist Church, 845 Sixth Ave. 541-367-3073 Meals served 5 to 6 p.m. (Tues. and Fri.) • Food Bank, 1040 Long St. 541-367-6504

South Corvallis Food Bank 1798 S.W. Third St. 541-753-4263 http://southcorvallisfoodbank.org

Open 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Tues./Wed.) and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Sat.) A weekly meal for seniors, the homeless and low-income families and individuals. The food bank distributes food to those in need.

Open 1 to 3 p.m. (Mon./Wed.), 5 to 7 p.m. (Thurs.) and 10 a.m. to noon (Sat.) Distributes food to South Corvallis residents in need. St. Vincent de Paul - Corvallis 501 N.W. 25th St., Corvallis 541-757-1988, ext. 117 www.smcatholic.com Open 1:30 to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) 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 - Albany 2220 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany svdpalbany@mail.com

Vi na Moses Cent er 968 N.W. Garfield Ave., Corvallis 541-753-1420 Email: vinamoses@proaxis.com www.vinamoses.org Collects and distributes clothing and household items; shoes and clothing for children starting school; Christmas baskets and gifts; and layette items for expectant mothers, for low-income people in Benton County.

Fundraising Mar y Pow er s Gui l d 541-758-5953 Email: cgalvin@trilliumfamily.org www.trilliumfamily.org

St. Vincent de Paul Society assists with clothing, shoes, housewares, linens and books for needy families and individuals.

Volunteer groups that support the Children's Farm Home and its mental health programs through community awareness and fundraising.

Stone Soup Kitchens Stone Soup Kitchens provide free hot meals to anyone in need.

United Way of Linn/Benton/Lincoln Counties Benton and Lincoln counties 2330 N.W. Professional Drive, Suite 101,

FINDING HELP Corvallis P.O. Box 2499, Corvallis 97339 541-757-7717 Email: office@unitedwayblc.org www.unitedwayblc.org Linn County 1127 Hill St., Albany P.O. Box 905, Albany, OR 97321 541-926-5432 Email: office@unitedwayoflinncounty.org www.unitedwayoflinncounty.org Nonprofit fundraising organization for local human service agencies with a focus on education, income and health.

Health/Hospice Assistance League of Corvallis Dental Care Program 541-757-1978 Email: info@alcorvallis.org www.alcorvallis.org Assists children in need of dental care referred from appropriate sources. Benton Hospice Service 2350 N.W. Professional Drive, Corvallis 541-757-9616 www.bentonhospice.org End-of-life care and support for terminally ill persons and their families in Linn and Benton counties since 1980. Volunteer training begins in February.

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A gathering of volunteers and Fish friends listen to Valley Christian Center Pastor Ed Sweet at Fishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new storage facility off 12th Avenue S.W. in Albany. 541-967-7551 Provides pediatric physical occupational and speech therapies for special-needs children on sliding fee scale. Oregon Health Plan 800-527-5772 www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/

Good Samaritan Home Health 400 N. Main, Lebanon 541-451-6367

Health insurance for qualified citizens on sliding fee scale.

Home health care for people recovering from an accident, a stroke or the long-term effects of cancer, heart problems or diabetes.

Parkinson's Resources of Oregon 800-426-6806 www.parkinsonsresources.org

Janus House/Mental Health Association of Benton County 541-753-9219 www.janus.peak.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.

Provides 24-hour residential services and crisis respite services to adults with mental illness. Mid-Willamette Family YMCA 3311 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany 541-926-4488 www.ymcaalbany.org

Samaritan Evergreen Hospice 1010 11th Ave. S.W., Albany 541-812-4662 Offers support and care for terminally-ill patients and their families.

Health and recreation programs for all ages. Swim and fitness classes available all year.

Val l ey A ID S Infor mati on Networ k Inc. 541-752-6322 www.valleyaidsinfo.org

Mi ghty O ak s Chi l dr en' s Ther apy Center 3615 Spicer Road S.E., Albany

HIV/AIDS, STI and Hepatitis 24-hour hotline providing Linn and Benton county communi-

ties with medical information, support and referrals to services. Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers of Corvallis 541-757-0980 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 2078 Sixth Ave. S.E. 541-926-5451 www.albanypartnership.org Creates affordable housing for people on restricted incomes in Linn County. C O H O Ec o v i l l a g e C o h o us i n g o f C o r v a l l i s 541-231-0239 www.cohousing-corvallis.com 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. Habitat for Humanity Albany 1538 Queen Ave. S.E. 541-967-4030 2011-12 OUR TOWN

FINDING HELP www.albanyareahfh.org

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Corvallis 1347 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis 541-752-3354 www.bentonhabitat.org Lebanon Lebanon Habitat ReStore 1055 Airway Rd. 541-451-1234 lebanonrestore.com

Provides victim/offender, community and family mediation services at low or no cost to Linn County residents.

Volunteers partner with low-income working families to build interest-free affordable homes through community "barn-raising" efforts. Linn-Benton Housing Authority 1250 Queen Ave. S.E., Albany 541-926-4497 www.l-bha.org Nonprofit corporation administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance Program for lowincome families, the elderly and disabled individuals. Linn-Benton-Lincoln Regional Housing Center 545 S.W. Second St., Corvallis 541-752-1010, 866-245-1780 Provides home ownership opportunities and counseling services to low-income clients. OvECS Ltd. 541-905-0490 www.azhomestay.com Host family opportunities with monetary compensation offering safe homes for international students at LBCC and OSU. Willamette Neighborhood Housing Services 257 S.W Madison Ave., Suite 113, Corvallis 541-752-7220 www.w-nhs.org Offers affordable housing and education services including homebuyer education, financial fitness classes and microbusiness assistance.

Legal/Mediation Services Legal Aid Service of Oregon 433 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany 541-928-8003, 800-817-4605 Free legal assistance for qualifying lowincome persons in specific areas of civil law, housing, landlord/tenant issues, public assistance and service issues. Linn-Benton Mediation Services 250 Broadalbin St. S.W. Suite 255, Albany 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Mentoring Foster Grandparent Program 800-695-7505 probertson@trilliumfamily.org Foster grandparents helping children at local schools, Head Start programs and in other settings. Seniors over 60 on limited incomes receive a tax-free stipend. Y Mentoring Mid-Willamette Family YMCA, 3311 Pacific Blvd, Albany 541-926-4488, ext. 306 mentoring@ymcaalbany.org Program for Linn County residents that matches adults with youths ages 8 to 17 for a year-long, one-on-one positive relationship.

Parenting Benton County Car Seat Check-up/Education 541-766-6961 www.actsoregon.org Technicians check car seats and teach parents correct use and installation. Corvallis Fire Department Station 1; 400 N.W. Harrison Blvd., Corvallis; 8 to 11:30 a.m. (second Tue.) Family Connections 541-917-4899, 800-845-1363 www.linnbenton.edu/familyresources/familyconnections 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. L B CC Par enti ng Educati on D epar tment 541-917-4897 www.linnbenton.edu/go/parenting-education Helps develop and coordinate parenting education in Linn and Benton counties. Offers classes for parents and for parents and children together. Parent Enhancement Program 421 N.W. Fourth St., Suite A, Corvallis 541-758-8292 www.pep.peak.org Provides support to young parents in Benton

County under age 25, helping them strengthen their parenting abilities. Services are free of charge and offered in English and Spanish. Strengthening Rural Families 541-929-2535 Nonprofit agency that promotes communitybuilding activities for families in rural Benton County.

Pregnancy Healthy Start 541-757-8068 (Benton County) 541-924-6910 (Linn County) Provides information and support to parents having their first baby through home visits and connections to community resources. O pti ons Pregnancy Res ource Center s â&#x20AC;˘ 409 First Ave. W., Albany 541-924-0160, 541-924-0166 (helpline) albany@possiblypregnant.org www.possiblypregnant.org/albany â&#x20AC;˘ 867 N.W. 23rd St., Corvallis 541-758-3662, 541-757-9645 (helpline) Email: corvallis@possiblypregnant.org www.possiblypregnant.org/corvallis Offers free, confidential pregnancy tests, options counseling, post-abortion support, adoption and physician referrals, parenting classes and practical assistance. Pregnancy Alternatives Center 136 W. Vine St., Lebanon 541-258-3500, 877-710-3480 help@pregnancyalternatives.com www.possiblypregnant.org/lebanon Help for women and families involved in unplanned pregnancies, including educational resources, post-abortion and parenting support groups, adoption referrals and maternity, baby clothes and furniture. Sweet Home Pregnancy Care Center 1344 Main St. Suite C, Sweet Home 541-367-2447 sweethome@possiblypregnant.org www.possiblypregnant.org/sweet_home Free pregnancy tests, maternity and baby clothing, furniture, parenting programs and post-abortion support.

Senior/Disabled Services Access Benton County 541-754-1028, 541-753-7802 Email: foursmiths@centurytel.net Promotes education and advocacy for

FINDING HELP improvements in architectural access for persons with physical disabilities. Meetings are at noon on the third Thursday of the month at Benton Plaza (basement meeting room), 408 S.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Call-A-Ride 541-917-7770 A citywide paratransit service in Albany for seniors and citizens with disabilities who can't use conventional transit services. Dial-A-Bus 541-752-2615 (scheduling) Nonprofit transportation program providing low-cost, safe, reliable service to seniors and disabled people in Benton County. Disability Services 541-967-8630, 800-638-0510 www.ocwcog.org Serving adults who have a developmental disability (including learning disability), mental illness, traumatic brain injury, physical disability and chronic debilitating diseases, as well as children who receive supplemental security income and who need medical coverage. General assistance includes nursing home care, residential care, specialized living, adult foster care, in-home services, medical transportation and employment initiative counseling. G r ace Center for A dul t D ay Ser v i ces 980 N.W. Spruce Ave., Corvallis 541-754-8417 http://grace-adultdayservices.org/ Open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Provides exercise and activities improving physical and mental abilities while giving family caregivers a break. Home Life 2068 N.W. Fillmore St., Corvallis 541-753-9015 Email: homelife@peak.org www.homelifeinc.org Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Assists persons with developmental disabilities to enjoy active, productive and independent lives. Linn-Benton Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) • Benton County 545 S.W. Second St. Suite A, Corvallis 541-753-9197 • Linn County (main office) 250 Broadalbin S.W. Suite 2A, Albany

541-812-0849 Email: bfox@csc.gen.or.us www.csc.gen.or.us/rsvp.htm, www.lbvision.org

and services. Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 585 541-401-4639 Olson891@comcast.net

Nationwide network of experienced, talented adults contributing their time and experience to community programs. RSVP also administers the Linn-Benton Volunteer Center, LBvision. Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman 800-522-2602 Email: LTCO.contact@LTCO.state.or.us www.oregon.gov/LTCO

Support Groups

Staff and trained volunteers (certified ombudsmen) serve as advocates for residents of long-term care facilities.

Senior Companion Program 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany 541-812-4185 Personal, one-on-one, door-to-door help for frail seniors ages 60 and older 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, 800-638-0510 www.ocwcog.org 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 633 S.E. Waverly Dr., Albany 800-772-1213, 800-325-0778 (TTY) www.ssa.gov Administers retirement benefits, Medicare, Social Security disability, survivor's insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs.

Veterans Veterans Service Office Benton County 301 S.W. Fourth St., Corvallis 541-758-1595 Linn County 330 Third Ave. S.W., Albany 541-967-3882 Helps veterans obtain appropriate benefits

A nonprofit organization promoting the camaraderie, welfare, health and knowledge for the Vietnam-era veteran • Lebanon American Legion Post 51, 480 Main St. 10 a.m. (first Sun.)

he 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 are published in the Gazette-Times the day before the meeting in the "F.Y.I.'' section of the paper. The Democrat-Herald lists meetings most Saturdays.

Addiction Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 541-967-6243 www.aa-oregon.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 m.dennisjohnson@albanyalc.com ALC offers a variety of resources to strengthen families and communities. 7 p.m. (Tues.); family and parenting classes 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.) Celebrate Recovery 541-967-7936 A Christian 12-step recovery program for people with hurts, habits or hang-ups. • The Venetian, 41 W. First Ave., Albany, 6 p.m. (Thurs.) • Grace Bible Fellowship of Albany, 33990 McFarland Road, 7 p.m. (Thurs.) • Willamette Community Church, 420 S.E. Third Ave., 6 p.m. (Fri.) Center for Behavioral Health 541-704-0762 counseling@cbh.comcastbiz.net Outpatient counseling and substance abuse treatment for adolescents ages 12-18 and young adults ages 18-25. • 2225 S.E. Pacific Blvd., Suite 207, Albany Open Monday through Saturday, with evening 2011-12 OUR TOWN

FINDING HELP appointments and therapy groups available. Call for details. Gamblers Anonymous 541-619-0745 www.gamblersanonymous.org A 12-step group fashioned after Alcoholics Anonymous for those with a desire to stop gambling. • Linn County Mental Health building, 315 S.W. Fourth Ave., Albany, 6 p.m. (Tues.) Narcotics Anonymous 541-877-233-4287 (24-hour helpline) www.na.org, www.lblna.org For those struggling with substance abuse. Check the website, www.lblna.org, for meetings. ALBANY • First Christian Church, 432 Ferry S.W., 7 p.m. (Mon.) CORVALLIS • First Christian Church, 602 S.W. Madison Ave., 5 p.m. (Sun.), noon (Mon.-Fri., except Wed.) and 7 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) • First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave., 7 p.m. (Mon.) Philomath • New Life Fellowship, 1412 Applegate St., 7 p.m. (Wed.) Overeaters Anonymous www.oa.org, www.oaeugene.org Self-help group offering 12-step recovery program for anyone suffering from compulsive overeating, yo-yo dieting, bulimia or anorexia. • Corl House, 3975 N.W. Witham Hill Drive, Corvallis, 10 a.m. (Sat.) Sex Addicts Anonymous 541-757-2204 For men and women seeking recovery from sex or pornography addiction. • First Christian Church, 602 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis, 7 p.m. (Sun.) and noon (Wed.) Tobacco Cessat i on 877-768-7867 Classes in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Lincoln City and Newport for those who want to quit smoking, sponsored by Samaritan Health Services.

Coping Al-Anon 541-967-6262 (24-hour helpline) www.oregonal-anon.org Support for families and friends of alcoholics. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Lori Foster, left, Marilyn Gueltzow and Crystal Donat with son Beau, almost 3, make their way down the track for the first few laps of Rely For Life 2011.

Albany • United Presbyterian Church, 330 S.W. Sixth Ave., noon (Tues.), 7 p.m. (Thurs.) and 4 p.m. (Sun.) Corvallis • Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St., 7:30 p.m. (Tues./Thurs.) • First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave., Parkside Group, 10 a.m. (Sat.) Lebanon • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, conference room 4, 7 p.m. (Fri.) Sweet Home 541-367-5075 • United Methodist Church, 845 Sixth Ave., 7 p.m. (Mon.) Al-Anon, Couples in Recovery 541-967-6262 www.oregonal-anon.org • United Presbyterian Church, 330 Sixth St. S.W., Albany • Joint meeting with Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m. (Fri.) Benton Hospice Service 541-757-9616 bhs@bentonhospice.org www.bentonhospice.org

Grief education and support groups offer help for people in the grieving process. New groups begin quarterly. Caregivers Support Group 541-768-5254 Emotional support and information sharing for any individual in a caregiving situation. Respite care can be arranged to enable attendance. • First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road, Corvallis, 1:30 p.m. (first Thurs.) Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV) 4786 S.W. Philomath Blvd., Corvallis (office 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) 541-754-0110, 800-927-0197 Email: info@cardvservices.org www.cardvservices.org Supports survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Linn and Benton counties, 24 hours a day. Available on scene. Centering Prayer Group 541-753-2228 church@1stpres.org Sharing the practice of Christian meditative prayer and studying the contemplative dimension of religion. • First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth

FINDING HELP St., Corvallis, 10 a.m. (Sundays throughout school year)

Email: karen.bull@comcast.net www.healingheartsministry.com

Tues.) and 2-3:30 p.m. (fourth Tues.)

Chi l dbear i ng Loss 541-812-4307

Nonprofit, faith-based organization serving hurting adults through workshops and support groups such as DivorceCare, GriefShare and Boundaries.

WellMama 541-231-4343

For those who have lost an infant through stillbirth, miscarriage, SIDS or any other cause. • Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany, 7 p.m. (second Tues.) Comfort Shawl Knitting Group 541-757-9616 An informal drop-in knitting group dedicated to creating shawls to bring comfort and warmth to hospice patients. • Benton Hospice Service, 2350 N.W. Professional Drive, Corvallis, 1 p.m. (first and third Wed.) D i s abl ed A mer i can Veter ans Wi l l amette Chapter #17 and Auxiliary 541-924-9085 Gives aid and support to hospitalized and disabled veterans and their families. • VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St., Albany, noon (second Tues.) Family Tree Relief Nursery 1100 Jackson St. S.E., Albany 541-967-6580 amyers@familytreern.org Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Support services for stressed families with children age 6 and younger; therapeutic class-room, home visits and parent education. Support group services for parents who struggle with alcohol and/or drug use. Outreach services available in Lebanon and Sweet Home. Grief Realization and Education Group (GREG) 541-745-3914 Peer support for bereaved parents who have experienced the loss of a child of any age. • Sizzler Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway S.E., Albany, noon (second and fourth Wednesdays) Hearing Loss Support Group 541-926-0551. 541-258-5818 www.hearinglossor.org Self-help for hard of hearing people and their families. • Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St., 6:30 p.m. (third Thurs.) Healing Hearts Ministries 541-752-1646

Macular Degeneration/Low Vision Support Group 541-766-6959 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. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave., 2 p.m. (third Mon., except July and August) O r egon A s s oci ati on for B etter H ear i ng 541-754-1377 Consumer hearing aid test group. • Corvallis Depot, 700 S.W. Washington Ave., 3:30 to 5 p.m. (second Thurs.) Pos tpar tum D epr es s i on Suppor t G r oup 541-754-0070 perinatalmoodsupport@gmail.com For meeting times and locations, call for details. Salvation Army 345 Columbus St. S.E., Albany 541-928-4774 Offers worship services and youth programs. A women's fellowship meets at 7 p.m. Mondays. Emergency family services for food boxes is open 9 to 11:45 a.m. (Mon./Wed./Fri.). Samaritan Hospice Services 800-442-1428, 812-4662 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. • Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Avenue S.W., Albany 541-812-4680 Grief support groups, 1:30 p.m. (first Sun. and 6 p.m. (third Mon.) • Avery Square Building, 815 NW Ninth Street, Corvallis 541-812-4680 Grief support groups, 5:30-7 p.m. (first Wed.) and 1:30-3 p.m. (third Sun.) • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon 541-812-4670 Grief support groups, 5-6:30 p.m. (second

csilla.andor@wellmama.org www.wellmama.org Support group and counseling for pregnant and postpartum moms feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed. Meets noon (Tues.) Call for location.

Health Alzheimer's Network of Oregon 866-425-9638, 1-503-364-8100 info@alznet.org www.alznet.org Information, support and assistance for families dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related memory loss disorders in Benton, Linn, Marion and Polk counties. Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. 541-766-6959 (Corvallis): Memory Loss Support Group for caregivers and family members; 1:30 p.m. (second Tues.) Support Group for people with memory loss; 1:30 p.m. (second Tues.) Breast Cancer Support Group Information, support, sharing and friendship for breast cancer survivors. 541-768-6005 (Corvallis) • Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Good Samaritan Drive 7 p.m. (third Mon.) 541-451-2384 (Lebanon) • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon 7 p.m. (second Mon.) Communi ty A l z hei mer ' s Suppor t G r oup 541-704-4297 Email: marys@mennonitevillage.org Support for family members of persons with memory loss disorders. • Mennonite Village, 5353 Columbus St. S.E., Albany 4:30 p.m. (first Mon.) Corvallis Doula Network birth@corvallisdoulas.net www.corvallisdoulas.net Doulas give emotional, physical and spiritual support, education, experience and love for labor and delivery. Corvallis Reiki Circle 541-754-3595 2011-12 OUR TOWN

FINDING HELP Email: reikiwomyn@gmail.com Support group for practitioners and interested people to give and receive treatments. • 8285 N.W. Wynooche Drive, Corvallis 7 to 9:30 p.m. (second Thurs.) Diabetes Support Group Ongoing education and encouragement for people with diabetes and their families. 541-812-4839 (Albany) • Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W. 6:30 p.m. (third Tues., except July, August and December) 541-768-6973 (Corvallis) • Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive 2 p.m. (last Tues., except summer) Fibromyalgia Support Group 541-752-5856 • Two Rivers Market, 250 Broadalbin St. S.W., Albany 1 p.m. (last Saturday) Healthy Heart Support Group For those who’ve had heart attacks or bypass surgery or who want to learn about heart disease. 541-812-5441 (Albany) • Elm Professional Building, 620 Elm St. 10 a.m. (Tues./Wed.) 541-451-7178 (Lebanon) • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway Meets every other Wednesday; call for time. Lebanon Lupus Support Group 541-259-5000 or 541-928-8189 Meetings focus on sharing information, skills and experiences related to dealing with dayto-day issues of Lupus. Call 541-259-5000 for meeting information. L i nn- B enton Mul ti pl e Scl er os i s G r oup 800-344-4867, 503-838-3189 Email: mswalk@defeatms.com For those with MS and their families. Supports national research efforts and sponsors annual walk at Corvallis' Avery Park in April to fund local health-related and educational services and support national research efforts. 541-753-4461 (Corvallis) • Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 N.W. Highland Drive 1 p.m. (second Wed.) 800-344-4867 (Lebanon) • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 2011-12 OUR TOWN

N. Santiam Highway Spouses and partners, 10 a.m.; both, 11 a.m. (last Sat.) Man to Man Prostate Support Group 541-745-5624 Ideas about coping, information and resources for adults whose lives have been affected by prostate cancer. • Good Samaritan Regional Cancer Center, 501 N.W. Elks Drive 7 p.m. (fourth Tues.) Metastatic/Advanced Breast Cancer Support Group 541-738-2065, 541-768-6005 For those who have been affected by metastatic or advanced stages of breast cancer. • Samaritan Cancer Resource Center, 400 N.W. Hickory St. 2 p.m. (fourth Wed.) Ovarian-Gynecological Cancer Peer Support Group 541-758-1854

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. Meetings are held the third Thursday of the month. Meeting place alternates between Albany and Corvallis. Call for meeting information. Str ok e and B r ai n Inj ur y Suppor t G r oup 541-768-5157 Support group for new survivors, long-term survivors and their families. • Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St., Corvallis 1:30 p.m. (first Tues.) Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer 541-757-9882 Offers support for those with oral and head or neck cancer. • Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive 5:30 p.m. (second Weds.)

Women and caregivers dealing with ovarian and gynecological cancers. Programs focus on education, advocacy and support. • Meetings held quarterly at the homes of group members. Call 541-745-5624 or email parson@peak.org for meeting times.

Valley AIDS Information Network 541-752-6322 www.valleyaidsinfo.org

Parkinson's Su pport Group 541-757-1844 A resource for education, encouragement and emotional support. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. 2 p.m. (third Thurs., no meetings in July or August)

Wellness Walkers 541-753-9573, 541-753-0711 jambojim2@yahoo.com

Samaritan Albany Cancer Resource Center 541-812-5888 cancerresourcecenter@samhealth.org www.samhealth.org/library Resources for anyone touched by cancer, i.e. wigs, financial, support groups, library, massages, facials and classes. • Samaritan Albany Cancer Resource Center, 400 Hickory St. N.W., Albany 7 p.m. (first and third Tues.) Samaritan Ostomy Support Group 541-768-5254 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

Offers support groups serving those with HIV, AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases and hepatitis in Linn and Benton counties.

Volunteers available to help cancer patients and/or survivors get started on a walking program in Corvallis. Celiac Disease and Wheat/Gluten I nt ol er ance Gr oup 541-754-0546 Email: Southpaw105@comcast.net A place to share experiences and exchange recipes and resources. • Market of Choice, Conference Room, 922 N.W. Circle Blvd. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (last Wed., except third Wed. in November and December) Northwest Gluten-Free S ummit 541-602-3183 Email: cindy@glutenfreern.com www.nwglutenfreesummit.com Bringing together people to learn about celiac disease and gluten intolerance directly from the experts. • Celiac & Gluten Intolerance Support

FINDING HELP Training: 12 to 1 p.m. every Tues. and third Sat. at GlutenFreeRN office, 215 S.W. Fourth St., Corvallis. Willamette Valley Ataxia Support Group 541-812-4162 • Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany 11:30 a.m. (second Wed)

Parenting Moms Club of Albany 541-981-2694 www.momsofalbany.webs.com Email: Albanymomsclub@gmail.com Offers support, play groups and other fun activities for at-home moms and dads in Corvallis, Albany and Lebanon. La Leche League 541-766-0055 www.llli.org Provides breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers by phone, email and group meetings. Dads and babies welcome. Corvallis • First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road 10 a.m. (third Wed.) Lebanon • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway 6 p.m. (second Thurs.) Live and Learn With Your Baby LBCC Parenting Education Department 541-917-4897 www.linnbenton.edu/go/parenting-education Learn fun and easy ways to support your baby's development, discuss parenting issues with other parents and learn about parenting and community resources. Ten-week class offered in Albany, Corvallis and Lebanon. Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Southside Church of Christ, 196 Airport Road, Lebanon 541-619-2801 Helps moms meet needs, make connections and experience God's love through relationships and resources. Call for meeting details. Parents and Pals 541-466-3677 A support group for preschool parents. • Brownsville Recreation Center,

234 Park Ave. 10 a.m. (Tues.)

Victims Domestic Violence Support Group 541-754-0110, 800-927-0197 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) www.tops.org Group support for attaining and maintaining weight-loss goals (an international nonprofit weight-loss organization). Albany • First Evangelical Church, 1332 First Ave. S.E. Tops OR No. 476 541-926-3477 jfklamb@yahoo.com 8 to 11 a.m. (Tue.) • Alterra Villas, 1560 Davidson St. S.E. 541-451-5723 tamiday56@msn.com Lebanon • Southside Church of Christ, 196 Airport Road 9:45 a.m. (Thurs.) • Lebanon Community Hospital, 521 N. Santiam Hwy, Room 6 6 p.m. (Tues.) • Lacomb Baptist Church, 34400 Meridian Road 9 a.m. (Thurs.) Philomath • College United Methodist Church, 1123 Main St. 8:30 a.m. (Mon.) Sweet Home • United Methodist Church, 845 Sixth Ave. 10 a.m. (Wed.)

Senior Centers

enior centers can be a home away from home for older adults looking for new friendships, continuing educational opportunities or various 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 489 Water Ave. N.W. 541-917-7760 www.cityofalbany.net/parks/seniorcenter/ Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Brownsville Senior Center 255 N. Main St., above Brownsville City Hall 541-466-5935 Open 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.) Corvallis Senior Center 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. 541-766-6959 www.ci.corvallis.or.us/pr/sc Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Harrisburg Senior Center 354 Smith St. www.ci.harrisburg.or.us/ Lebanon Senior Center 80 Tangent St. 541-258-4919 www.ci.lebanon.or.us Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Phi l omath Seni or Ci ti z ens A s s oci ati on 541-929-6754 Potluck and bingo from noon to 3 p.m. on the first and third Fridays, except July. Scio Senior Center Scio City Hall, 38957 N.W. First Ave. 503-394-2511 Open 10 a.m. to noon, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (Mon./Tues./Thurs./Fri.) Sweet Home Senior Center 880 18th Ave. 541-367-4775 Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.)

Activities Nintendo Wii Practice 541-766-6959 Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. Come play active video games. A staff member will help you get started. Call to reserve your place. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. (Tues. and Thurs.) Scio Senior Citizens' Club 503-394-2211 (leave message) Meet other seniors in Scio for games, cards, fellowship and outings. 10:30 a.m. Scio Senior Center, 38957 N.W. First Ave. (second Friday). 2011-12 OUR TOWN

EDUCATION

Education Public Schools Benton County Alsea School District 301 S. Third St. 541-487-4305 www.alsea.k12.or.us Superintendent/principal: Marc Thielman School year: Aug. 24 to June 15 (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 19-23.) District enrollment (2010-11): 145 Alsea School (K-12) 301 S. Third St., 541-487-4305

Corvallis School District 1555 S.W. 35th St. 541-757-5811 www.csd509j.net Superintendent: Erin Prince School year: Sept. 7 to June 15 (Winter break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is March 26-30.) District enrollment (2010-11): 6,343 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Adams School 1615 S.W. 35th St., 541-757-5938 Principal: Patty Pearson Franklin School (K-8) 750 N.W. 18th St., 541-757-5747 Principal: Aaron Hale Garfield School 1205 N.W. Garfield Ave., 541-757-5941 Principal: Juan Baez Hoover School 3838 N.W. Walnut Blvd., 541-757-5958 Principal: Bryan Traylor Jefferson School 1825 N.W. 27th St., 541-757-5951 Principal: Denise Gorthy Lincoln School 110 S.E. Alexander Ave, 541-757-5955 Principal: Oscar Moreno-Gilson Mountain View School 340 N.E. Granger Ave., 541-745-3435 Principal: Rosemary O'Neil Wilson School 2710 N.W. Satinwood St., 541-757-5987 Principal: Jeff Brew MIDDLE SCHOOLS C h e l d e l i n M i d d le S c h o o l 987 N.E. Conifer Blvd., 541-757-5971 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Periwinkle Elementary fifth graders Rebecca Randolph, Karla Baldwin, Alexis Cosato and Esmerald Aviles launch their rockets during a rocketry class in Albany. Principal: Geoff Penrose Assistant Principal: Lisa Krause Linus Pauling Middle School 1111 N.W. Cleveland Ave., 541-757-5961 Principal: Eric Beasley Assistant Principal: Marcianne Koetje HIGH SCHOOLS Corvallis High School 1400 N.W. Buchanan Ave., 541-757-5871 Principal: Matt Boring Assistant principals: Eric Wright, Alicia Ward Crescent Valley High School 4444 N.W. Highland Drive, 541-757-5801 Principal: Cherie Stroud Assistant principals: Melissa Harder, Michael Beck

Monroe Grade School (K-8) 600 Dragon Drive, 541-847-5139 Principal: Brenda Goracke Monroe High School 365 N. Fifth St., 541-857-5161 Principal: Bill Crowson

Phi l om at h School s 1620 Applegate St. 541-929-3169 www.philomath.k12.or.us Superintendent: Dan Forbess School year: Sept. 6 to June 13 (Winter break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is March 26-30.) District enrollment (2010-11): 1,640

OTHER Harding Center 510 N.W. 31st St., 541-757-5791

Monroe School District 365 N. Fifth St. 541-847-6292 www.monroe.k12.or.us Superintendent: Randall Crowson School year: Sept. 7 to June 11 (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 23-30.) District enrollment (2010-11): 472

EDUCATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Clemens Primary School (Due to construction at Philomath High School, K-2 students will attend Philomath Elementary School in 201112; Clemens Primary will house the high school office and some classes) 535 S. 19th St., 541-929-2082 Principal: Ken Ball Philomath Elementary (K-5) 239 S. 16th St., 541-929-3253 Principal: Cynthia Golston Blodgett Elementary (K-4) 35177 Tum Tum Road, Blodgett, 541-453-4101 Principal: Cynthia Golston MIDDLE SCHOOL Philomath Middle School 2021 Chapel Drive, 541-929-3167 Principal: Steve Bell HIGH SCHOOL Philomath High School 2054 Applegate St., 541-929-3211 Principal: Ken Ball

Linn County Central Linn School District 331 Blakely Ave., Brownsville 541-369-2813 www.centrallinn.k12.or.us Superintendent: Brian Gardner School year: Sept. 6 to June 14. Runs on a Monday through Thursday academic week, so when a week contains a Monday holiday, school is in session Tuesday through Friday. (Winter break is Dec. 18 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) District enrollment (2010-2011): 678 Central Linn Elementary School 239 W. Second St., Halsey, 541-369-2851 Principal: Julie Knoedler Central Linn Middle/High School 32433 Highway 228, Halsey, 541-369-2811 Principal: Julie Knoedler

Greater Albany Public Schools 718 S.W. Seventh Ave. (541) 967-4501 www.albany.k12.or.us Superintendent: Maria Delapoer School year: Sept. 7 to June 14. (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) Most elementary and secondary schools will release students early on most Mondays for teacher planning, unless the week includes a holiday later in the week.

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South Albany High School graduates toss their mortar boards after their commencement ceremony in June 2011. Waverly Elementary School does not use early-release time for teacher planning and will have its own calendar, and West Albany High School plans to continue late-start Wednesdays, with the first bell ringing at 8:25 a.m. instead of 7:50. District enrollment (2010-2011): 9,187. Class options include the Community Service Consortium, Linn-Benton Community College 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 Mike Ingram at 541-967-4563. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Central Elementary School 336 Ninth Ave., 541-967-4561 Principal: John Hunter Clover Ridge School 2593 Clover Ridge Road N.E., 541-967-4565 Principal: Jason Hoffert-Hay Fairmount Elementary School 1005 Spring Hill Drive N.W., 541-704-1021 Principal: Jay Thompson Fir Grove Primary 5355 Scenic Drive N.W., 541-967-4570. Principal: Rich Sipe Lafayette Elementary School 3122 Madison St. S.E., 541-967-4575 Principal: Heather Huzefka Liberty Elementary School 2011-12 OUR TOWN

EDUCATION 2345 Liberty St. S.W., 541-967-4578 Principal: Janell Ediger North Albany Elementary 815 Thornton Lake Drive N.W., 541-967-4588 Principal: Jay Thompson Oak Elementary School 3610 Oak St. S.E., 541-967-4591 Principal: Tonja Everest Oak Grove Intermediate 1500 Oak Grove Drive N.W., 541-967-4596 Principal: Rich Sipe Periwinkle Elementary School 2196 21st Ave. S.E., 541-967-4600 Principal: Elisa Stephens South Shore Elementary School 910 Bain St. S.E., 541-967-4604 Principal: Judy Stoller Sunrise Elementary School 730 19th Ave. S.E., 541-967-4608 Principal: Lori Greenfield Takena Elementary School 1210 12th St. S.W., 541-967-4613 Principal: John Hunter Tangent Elementary School 32100 Old Oak Drive, Tangent, 541-967-4616 Principal: Ellen Carlson Waverly Elementary School 425 Columbus St. S.E., 541-967-4617 Principal: Frank Caropello

Superintendent: Brian Wolf School year: Harrisburg is contemplating a change to a four-day academic week. The next meeting of the Harrisburg School Board is July 11. Final calendar details have not been determined. District enrollment (2010-2011): 887 Harrisburg Elementary 642 Smith St., 541-995-6544 Principal: Carol O'Conner Harrisburg Middle School 201 S. Sixth St., 541-995-6551

Principal: Darcie Stuller Harrisburg High School 400 S. Ninth St., 541-995-6680 Principal: Larry CotĂŠ

Jefferson School District 1328 N. Second St. 541-327-3337 (Ext. 240) www.jefferson.k12.or.us Superintendent: Kent Klewitz School year: Sept. 6 to June 8 (Winter break

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS (Grades 3-8) Timber Ridge Sc hool 541-704-1095 373 Brandis St. N.E. Principal: Jason Hoffert-Hay MIDDLE SCHOOLS Calapooia Middle School 830 24th St. S.E., 541-967-4555 Principal: Pat Weidmann Memorial Middle School 1050 Queen Ave. S.W., 541-967-4537 Principal: Kathleen Jackson North Albany Middle School 1205 N. Albany Road, 541-967-4541 Principal: Jane Evans HIGH SCHOOLS Albany Options School 701 19th Ave. S.E., 541-967-4563 Principal: Mike Ingman South Albany High School 3705 Columbus St. S.E., 541-967-4522 Principal: Brent Belveal West Albany High School 1130 Queen Ave. S.W., 541-967-4545 Principal: Susie Orsborn

Harrisburg School District 865 LaSalle St. 541-995-6680 www.harrisburg.k12.or.us 2011-12 OUR TOWN

EDUCATION is Dec. 12 through Jan. 4; spring break is March 26-30.) Furlough days are planned for March 23, April 27 and May 25. District enrollment (2010-2011): 888. Jefferson Elementary School 615 N. Second St., 541-327-3337 (Ext. 100) Principal: Michael Knudson Jefferson Middle School 1344 N. Second St., 541-327-3337 (Ext. 200) Principal: Scott Linenberger Jefferson High School 2200 Talbot Road, 541-327-3337 (Ext. 300) Principal: Cathy Emmert

Lebanon Community Schools 485 S. Fifth St. 541-451-8511 www.lebanon.k12.or.us Superintendent: Rob Hess. School year: Sept. 6-June 7. (Winter break is Dec. 19-Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) Different schools may have different earlyrelease days so that staff may work on instruction; contact schools for details. District enrollment (2010-2011): 4,273. 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. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Cascades School 2163 Seventh Ave., 541-451-8524 Principal: Susan Straight Green Acres School 700 10th St., 541-451-8534 Principal: Boon Setser Riverview School 1011 Mountain River Drive, 541-451-8451 Principal: Rynda Gregory K-8 SCHOOLS Hamilton Creek School 32135 Berlin Road, 541-451-8574 Principal: Dawn Baker Lacomb School 34110 E. Lacomb Road, 541-451-8565 Principal: Tim Geoghegan Pioneer School 500 N. Fifth St., 541-451-8487

Principal: Wayne Reposa MIDDLE SCHOOL Seven Oak Middle School 550 Cascade Drive, 541-451-8416 Principal: Jennifer Meckley HIGH SCHOOL Lebanon High School 1700 S. Fifth St., 541-451-8555 Principal: Bo Yates

Scio School District 38875 N.W. First Ave. 503-394-3261 www.scio.k12.or.us Superintendent: Gary Tempel School year: Sept. 6 to June 13. (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) District enrollment (2010-2011): 680. Enrollment through the online charter school is approximately 2,500. Students in grades K-8 can apply to attend Lourdes Charter School, 39059 Jordan Road, Scio, (503) 394-3340. Oregon Connections Academy, an online charter school for grades K-12, also is based in Scio and can be reached at (503) 394-4315 or 1-800-382-6010.

Hawthorne School 3205 E. Long St., 541-367-7167 Principal: Ryan Beck Holley School 40336 Crawfordsville Drive,541-367-7162 Principal: Elena Barton Oak Heights School 605 Elm St., 541-367-7165 Principal: Derek Barnhurst JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sweet Home Junior High 880 22nd Ave., 541-367-7187 Principal: Hal Huschka HIGH SCHOOL Sweet Home High School 1641 Long St., 541-367-7142 Principal: Pat Stineff

Private Schools BENTON COUNTY Ashbrook Independent School 4045 S.W. Research Way, Corvallis 541-766-8313 www.ashbrookschool.org

Centennial Elementary School 38875 N.W. First Ave., 503-394-3265 Principal: Luke Zedwick Scio Middle School 38748 N.W. Beech St., 503-394-3271 Principal: Sean Aker Scio High School 38880 N.W. Main St., 503-394-3276 Principal: Bryan Starr

Sweet Home School District 1920 Long St. 541-367-7126 www.sweethome.k12.or.us Superintendent: Don Schrader School year: Sept. 6 (eighth-graders and students in 10th-12th grades start Sept. 7) to June 16. Furlough days are expected to alter the last day of school; contact the district this fall for details. Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30. District enrollment (2010-2011): 2,271 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Foster School 5526 Poplar St., 541-367-7180 Principal: Glenna DeSouza 2011-12 OUR TOWN

EDUCATION Principal: Cynthia Roelofs School year: Sept. 7 to June 14 (Winter break is Dec. 16 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) Grades: Pre-K through 8 Enrollment (2009-10): 165 Corvallis Montessori School 2730 N.W. Greeley Ave. 541-753-2513 www.corvallismontessori.org Administrator: Adele Carey School year: Sept. 6 to June 14 (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 1; spring break is March 19-23.) Ages: 18 months to 12 years Enrollment (2010-11): 96 Corvallis Waldorf School 3855 N.E. Highway 20 541-758-4674 E-mail: enrollment@corvalliswaldorfschool.org www.corvalliswaldorfschool.org School administrator: Lonnie Drouhard School year: Sept. 8 to June 13 (Winter break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is March 26 to March 30.) Grades: Preschool through 8 Enrollment (2010-2011): 145 Christian Leadership Academy 1947 College St., Philomath 541-929-4182 E-mail: info@claofphilomath.com Principals: Clifton and Sabrina Johnson School year: Sept. 6 to June 29. (Winter break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is April 16 to 20) Grades: Pre-K to 12 Enrollment (2010-11): 15 Philomath Montessori School 1123 Main St., P.O. Box 125 541-929-2672 www.philomathmontessori.org Administrator: Pauline Tanaka School year: Sep. 6 to June 19; winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan 2; spring break is March 19 through April 2. Ages: 2Â˝ to 7. Enrollment (2010-11): 25 Santiam Christian Schools 7220 N.E. Arnold Ave., Adair Village 541-745-5524 www.santiamchristian.org Superintendent: Stan Baker Elementary school: 541-745-5655 Elementary principal: Stan Baker Junior high and high schools: 541-745-5524 Junior high principal: Steve Bittner High school principal: Wilbur Starr 2011-12 OUR TOWN

School year: High school, Sept. 6 to June 7; grades 1 through 8, Sept. 8 to June 1; preschool and kindergarten, Sept. 9 to June 1. (Christmas break is Dec. 17 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 24-31.) Grades: Pre-K to 12 Enrollment (2010-11): 657 Zion Lutheran School 2800 N.W. Tyler Ave., Corvallis 541-753-7503 Email: zionschool@proaxis.com www.zioncorvallis.com Principal: Jon Schultz School year: Sept. 7 to June 14 (Christmas break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is March 2630.) Grades: Preschool to 8 Enrollment (2010-11): 166

Linn County Albany Christian School 420 Third Ave. S.E. 541-928-1110 www.albanychristianschool.org Principal: Not yet selected. Preschool/childcare director: Katie Miller School year: Sept. 6 to June 7 (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) Grades: Preschool to 8. Enrollment (projected): 165 in grades K-8. East Linn Christian Academy Elementary and secondary campuses will be combined at the Victory campus, 36883 Victory Drive, Lebanon. Elementary number will remain the same: 541-259-2392. High school number: 541-451-1076. Elementary principal/superintendent: Janelle Detweiler High school principal/finance director: Don Wonsley www.eastlinnchristian.com School year: School resumes Sept. 6. Breaks usually follow Lebanon public schools. Grades: K-12 Enrollment (projected): 240

Enrollment (projected): 55. Jefferson Christian School 15002 Jefferson Highway 99E S.E. 541-327-3161 www.jeffersonbaptistchurch.org Principal: Cliff Duke School year: Classes resume Sept. 6 and dismiss the last Friday in May. Breaks generally follow Jefferson public schools. Grades: Preschool to 12 Enrollment (2010-11): high 70s Joan Craig Learning Center 537 S. Third St., Jefferson 541-327-1363 joancraigcenter@q.com www.joancraigcenter.com Director: Joan Craig School year: Tutoring is available year-round. Formerly the Mid-Valley Learning Center, special help is available for students with dyslexia or language learning problems. Scotopic sensitivity screening tests, dyslexia tests and adult services are also available. Licensed for education therapy. St. Mary's School 815 Broadalbin St. S.W., Albany 541-928-7474 www.stmarysschoolalbany.com Principal: Christina Meadows School year: Sept. 6 to June 15. (Winter break is Dec. 19 through Jan. 2; spring break is March 26-30.) Grades: Pre-K to 8. Enrollment (projected): 115 Standard Christian School 230 Pine S.E., Albany 541-926-0654 Principal: David Johnson School year: Begins Sept. 6. Breaks usually follow Greater Albany Public Schools. Grades: K to 12.

Central Valley Christian School 31630 Highway 34, Tangent 541-928-7820 www.cvcs.edu Principal: Julia Dewey School year: Classes resume Aug. 22 and end June 1. Breaks generally follow Albany Public Schools. Grades: K to 9; preschool/child care programs also available.

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Charter Schools Charter schools are independent public schools that operate under a charter with a sponsoring school district. They are free from some of the regulations and laws that govern traditional schools.

BENTON COUNTY Kings Valley Charter School 38840 Kings Valley Highway, Philomath 541-929-2134 E-mail: mhazelton@kvschool.org www.kvschool.org School year: Sept. 6 to June 6 (Winter break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is March 26-30.) Grades: Preschool to 12 Enrollment: (2010-11): 180 10th-year charter school sponsored by the Philomath School District. Muddy Creek Charter School 30252 Bellfountain Road, Corvallis 541-752-0377 info@muddycreekcharterschool.org www.muddycreekcharterschool.org School year: Sept. 7 to June 14 (Winter break is Dec. 19-30; spring break is March 26-30.) Grades: K to 5 Enrollment: (2009-10) 90 Fourth-year charter school sponsored by the Corvallis School District.

Linn County Lourdes School 39059 Jordan Road, Scio 503-394-3340 www.lourdes.k12.or.us Administrator: Linda Duman. School year: Usually follows Scio public schools. Grades: 1 to 8. Enrollment (2010-11): 49, with a waiting list. Oregon Connections Academy 38761 N. Main St., Scio 503-394-4315 www.connectionsacademy.com Principal: Todd Miller School year: Aug. 30 to June 14. Breaks follow other public schools. Grades: K to 12 Enrollment (2010 -11): approximately 2,500. Sand Ridge Charter School 100 Sand Ridge Court, Lebanon (kindergarten through third grade plus private, tuition-fund-

ed preschool). 541-451-2030 30581 Sodaville Mountain Home Road, Lebanon (fourth through ninth grades) 541-258-2416 Administrator: John Leon srcssouthmain@yahoo.com http://www.pieschools.info/ School year: Classes start Sept. 6. Breaks generally follow Lebanon public schools. Grades: K to 9. Enrollment is determined by lottery; sign up for waiting list. A private, tuition-funded preschool is also available at the Sand Ridge Court campus. Enrollment (projected): approximately 340. Sweet Home Charter School 28721 Liberty Road, Sweet Home 541-367-1833 Principal: Scott Richards http://www.pieschools.info/ sweethomecharter@gmail.com School year: Classes resume Sept. 6. Breaks generally follow Sweet Home public schools. Grades: K through 6; enrollment is limited to 18 students per classroom Enrollment (approximate): 175.

Home Schooling Home schooling in Oregon has two main requirements: Parents must notify their local Education Service District of their intent to home school within 10 days of withdrawing the student from school or moving to a new area. If the student has never been in school, parents must notify the ESD when the child turns 7. Home-schooled students must take a test at the end of 3rd, 5th, 8th and 10th grade, no later than Aug. 15. Linn Benton Lincoln 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. For more information about notification, testing, or home school in general, contact LBL at 541-812-2687, homeschool@lblesd.k12.or.us, or www.lblesd.k12.or.us/homeschool/ In June 2011, the number of home-school students registered with the LBL in kindergarten through 12th grade was as follows: Linn County - 906, Benton County - 332, Lincoln County - 193. LBL is not able to provide curriculum, books or materials, however they do offer information and resources that may be useful to par-

ents and students involved in home schooling. Contact the office or the LBL Home School website for information and resources including: • Basic home school information and frequently asked questions. • Home school forms - Notification, GED, testing, records requests • Home school resource information including, support groups, home school organizations, tutors, virtual learning options, enrichment opportunities and curriculum information. • Contact information for local schools and community colleges. • Home school testing information , including approved home school tests, a list of testers and testing resources, information about assessment for students with disabilities, a parent's guide to home school testing and how to become a home school tester. • Policy information, including Oregon home school law, ODE guidelines for students with disabilities , home school records, information for home-schooled GED students, and information on home school completion. Other resources available in this area for home-schoolers include : Cor v al l i s A r ea Chr i s ti an H ome School s CACH webgroup: www.cache1.org Hom e School house 410 N.W. Fifth St., Corvallis 541-758-0449 E-mail: suzanne@homeschoolhouse.net www.homeschoolhouse.net Director: Suzanne Wright A tutoring center where credentialed teachers assist homeschool students through weekly instruction, planning sessions and administration of state tests. Tutors specialize in working with students with dyslexia and can write PDPs for children with special needs. Sessions available by appointment. Hope of the Valley Newsletter Available online at http://lbchew.wikispot.org/Albany_Christian_ Homeschool_Group Joan Craig Tutoring Center 537 S. Third St., Jefferson 541-327-1363 joancraigcenter@q.com www.joancraigcenter.com A state testing center for home-schoolers, tutoring is available year-round. Oregon Christian Home Education Network www.oceanetwork.org 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Linn-Benton Community College 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany, OR 97321 Phone: 541-917-4999 Web site: www.linnbenton.edu President: Dr. Greg Hamann Linn-Benton Community College is a two-year public college that serves as an education and training center for Linn and Benton counties. The college offers a wide variety of general education courses, career and technical training, college transfer courses, seminars, workshops and customized training programs for students, residents and the business community. Special programs also are offered in adult basic education. Admission is open to anyone who is at least 18 years of age. The college's primary support comes from a state allocation, tuition and local property taxes. LBCC is the sixth-largest of Oregon's 17 community colleges. When first established in 1967, 2,800 students met in classes held in rented rooms across Linn and Benton counties. Today, more than 25,000 students take one or more classes each year at the college. The Albany campus sits on 104 acres in south Albany, only 11 miles east of Corvallis. LBCC has three centers located in Corvallis, Lebanon and Sweet Home that offer day and evening classes. LBCC's Family Connections offers personalized child care referrals, respite care information, parenting advice/family support and training/support for child care providers. Family Connections can be reached at 541917-4899. LBCC's Business and Employer Services, part of the Business, Healthcare and Workforce Division, offers classes and other support to the counties' business and industrial community. For information, call 541-9174923. FAST FACTS • Enrollment: In 2009-10, 25,095 students took at least one class at LBCC. • Academic Calendar: LBCC runs on a quarter system. Classes for 2011-12 will begin as follows: Summer term - June 20; Fall term Sept. 26; Winter term - Jan. 9, 2012; Spring term - April 2, 2012. • Degree Programs: LBCC offers two-year associate of applied science degrees in 29 fields of study, and associate of science degrees designed for transfer to Oregon 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Brandy Santana, left, and her daughter Brianna, both of Albany, prepare for their graduation ceremony at Linn-Benton Community College. State University in 32 majors. The college also offers an associate of arts Oregon transfer degree and an associate of general studies degree along with a number of two-year, one-year and short-term certificates in various career and technical fields. Adult high school diplomas are awarded as well. For detailed information on degree programs, visit the LBCC site at www.linnbenton.edu/go/majors. • Tuition: Oregon residents pay $91 per credit hour, out-of-state students pay $185 per credit hour, and international students pay $237 per credit hour. LBCC-OSU DEGREE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM The LBCC/Oregon State University Degree Partnership Program makes it possible for students to complete a single application process, be admitted to and simultaneously enroll in courses at both institutions. The program is open to students in all transfer programs at LBCC and all undergraduate programs at OSU. Students can combine the credit hours enrolled at both institutions to meet full time enrollment status for financial aid purposes. The cost of services at the institution where the student is currently enrolled is included in the tuition and enrollment fees; in addition, students can purchase services at the partner institution to use that institution's health services, recreation facilities and student housing. For information

about co-admission and co-enrollment, contact the LBCC admissions office at 541-9174811 or OSU admissions office at 541-737-2626 or visit online at www.linnbenton.edu/go/degree-partnership. COMMUNI TY CENTERS LBCC Albany Community Education 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany, OR 97321 Phone: 541-917-4840. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. (M-TH), 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. (F) Director: Joel White LBCC Benton Center 757 N.W. Polk Ave., Corvallis, OR 97330 Phone: 541-757-?8944 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (M-TH); 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (F) Director: Jeffrey Davis LBCC Lebanon Center 44 Industrial Way, Lebanon, OR 97355 Phone: 541-259-5801 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (M-TH), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (F) Director: Dawn McNannay L B CC S w e e t H o m e C e n t e r 1661 Long St., Sweet Home, OR 97386 Phone: 541-367-6901 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (M-TH), 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (F) Director: Dawn McNannay

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Oregon State University Main campus: Located in west and southwest Corvallis, between Western Boulevard and Monroe Avenue. 541-737-1000 (main switchboard) www.oregonstate.edu President: Edward Ray Oregon State University is the only institution in the state to earn the respected Carnegie Foundation's highest classification, reserved for universities with "very high research activity," a designation reflected in research funding of more than $275 million in fiscal year 2010. It is one of only two land, sea, space and sun grant universities; the other is the Ivy League's Cornell University. In addition to its approximate 400 acres on the main campus between Western Boulevard and Monroe Avenue in Corvallis — the heart of which is a National Historic District — the university also owns or leases an additional 11,250 acres of forestland throughout Oregon and operates the Hatfield Marine Sciences Center in Newport, OSU-Cascades in Bend, 15 Agricultural Experiment Stations and 35 county Extension offices. The four-year university offers 200 degree programs, from agricultural business management to zoology, including nationally recognized programs in engineering, environmental sciences, forestry, marine sciences and agricultural sciences. OSU offers undergraduate and graduate certificates, baccalaureate degrees, master's degrees, doctoral degrees and first professional degrees. OSU is home to Oregon's only College of Veterinary Medicine and the state's oldest College of Pharmacy. OSU is also the only higher education institution in Oregon that offers ROTC commissioning programs in all three major branches of military service: Navy/Marines, Air Force and Army.

Oregon State University graduates celebrate after commencement in 2011 at Reser Stadium. Gazette-Times

nary medicine and pharmacy programs). Men made up 52.2 percent of the student population, while women made up 47.8 percent. Minority students, including AfricanAmerican, Native American, Hispanic and Asian-American, made up 17.6 percent of the student body. ■ Academic Calendar: OSU operates on a four-term academic year. Classes for 2011-12 begin as follows: fall term, Sept. 26; winter term, Jan. 9; spring term, April 2; and summer session, June 25. ■ Tuition: An undergraduate resident taking 15 credits each term would pay a total of $7,741.41 in tuition and fees for fall through spring terms for the 2011-12 academic year. Oregon residents may qualify for the Bridge to Success Program. ■ Admissions: OSU's admission requirements

promote student success by assessing student preparedness and academic potential in the unique context of each student's personal experience. Admission assessment will consider all achievements, both academic and non-academic, to enroll students with a broad range of characteristics and perspectives. Considerations include, but are not limited to: academic achievement, creativity, initiative, motivation, leadership, persistence, service to others, intellectual curiosity, exceptional personal or academic recognition, unusual talent or ability, substantial experience with other cultures, and ability to overcome significant challenges. The admissions process consists of a fair and comprehensive review of all applicants to determine potential success at OSU. It is crucial for applicants to carefully complete the application process by providing thorough information.

Fast Facts ■ Enrollment: Expected enrollment for the academic year of 2011-12 is 25,000 students. For the 2011-12 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition and fees for a resident student equal $2,581.47 for 12 credit hours per term; for non-residents, $7,153.47. ■ Of fall 2010's students, 19,559 were undergraduates, 3,618 were graduate students and 584 were first professional students (veteri-

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Degree Programs OSU offers degree programs in 11 colleges and the University Honors College (one of a select few in the United States to offer the Honors Baccalaureate Degree), as well as the Graduate School. The colleges are Agricultural Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Forestry, Public Health and Human Sciences, Liberal Arts, Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, Pharmacy, Science and Veterinary Medicine. The athletics program competes in Division I in the Pacific 10 Conference. The Beaver football team won the 2008 Sun Bowl, the men's basketball team won the 2009 College Basketball Invitational post-season tournament and the baseball team won both the 2006 and 2007 College World Series titles. The university offers hundreds of athletic, music, theater and other cultural events in Corvallis each year; many are free. Each term, through OSU Extended Campus (Ecampus), thousands of individuals throughout Oregon, and around the world, take OSU courses. Distance learners include community college students, working and retired professionals and high school students. Contact Extended Campus at 541-737-2676 for more information about degree programs and course offerings or check them out online at http://ecampus.oregonstate.edu/ In the fall and spring, the university hosts open house events to showcase its programs. To learn more about these events, call the admissions office or check online at http://oregonstate.edu/admissions /index.php.

Important Numbers Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-4411 OSU Alumni Association . . . . . . .541-737-2351 Athletic Ticket Office . . . . . . . . . .541-737-4455 The Daily Barometer . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-3374 OSU Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-4323 Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-4085 Community and Diversity . . . . . . .541-737-4381 Dixon Recreation Center . . . . . . .541-737-3748 Educ. Opportunities Program . . .541-737-3628 Financial Aid and Scholarships .541-737-2241 Housing and Dining Services . . .541-737-4771 LaSells Stewart Center . . . . . . . .541-737-2402 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Mechanical Engineering student Brent Piercy, left, groans as his robotic shuffleboarder “Buddha Bot” sends the puck too far down the board during a competition in Kelley Engineering Center at Oregon State University.

Memorial Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-2416 News/Communication Services .541-737-4611 OSU Extension -Benton Co. . . . . .541-766-6750 OSU Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-4218 Transit and Parking Services . . .541-737-2583 Public Safety/State Police . . . . . .541-737-3010 Registrar's Office . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-4331 Withycombe Theater Box Office 541-737-2784 Valley Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-737-3331

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oter registration has never been easier. Online registration now is available via the Secretary of State's website at https://secure.sos.state.or.us/eim/vr/register.d o?lang=eng. Forms are available at local libraries in the Benton and Linn county courthouses, and also can be found in the blue government pages of your CenturyLink (Qwest) phone book or downloaded onto your computer from the Benton County Elections website at www.co.benton.or.us/admin/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 in writing if: • Their residence or mailing address changes; • Their name changes; • They wish to change political party affiliation; • They want their ballot sent to an address other than where they reside. In November 1998, Oregon voters were the first in the nation to approve a measure to have all elections conducted via vote-by-mail ballots. 2011 elections: Education service districts, community colleges, schools, fire, parks and recreation, water, cemetery and soil conservation district elections can be scheduled if needed for Sept. 20. The general election is Nov. 8. All registered voters should receive a ballot in the mail from the elections office about two weeks prior to Election Day. If one doesn't arrive, contact the elections office. Contact information is listed below. Mail ballots are due back to the elections office or an official drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Ballots that have been mailed but do not arrive at the elections office by the deadline are not counted. The elections office establishes drop sites at

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Albany police Sgt. Jerry Drum gives a sticker to Elliot Mikkelsen while visiting a neighborhood block party on Tudor during the 2011 National Night Out in Albany. various locations where voters may leave their marked ballots. The sites are publicized and usually are listed in the County Voters' Pamphlets. Follow links here to download the pamphlet: www.bentoncounty.or.us/admin /elections. A list follows of locations for the ballot dropoff sites in Benton and Linn counties. All locations are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Election Day. If you have elections questions in Benton County, call the Elections Office at 541-7666756, 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 www.co.benton.or.us/admin/elections/index .php. 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/.

Benton County Courthouse (Room 13) 120 N.W. Fourth St., Corvallis (Enter through Fourth Street entrance only) A 24-hour ballot drop box is available at 180 N.W. Fifth St., across the street from the back door of the Benton County Courthouse. Ci t y Li m i t s Mar ket 5800 N.W. Highway 99W, North Corvallis Seni or Ci ti z ens Center of C or v al l i s 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. Cor v al l i s - B enton County Publ i c L i br ar y 645 N.W. Monroe Ave. Lincoln Health Center 121 S.E. Viewmont Ave. 24-hour drop box

Drop Boxes

Benton County

Oregon State University - Valley Library Jefferson Avenue and Waldo Way, OSU campus

ALSEA John Boy's Alsea Mercantile 186 Main St. CORVALLIS Benton County Elections Office

Wells Fargo Bank Timberhill Shopping Center 2543 N.W. Kings Blvd. (Next to Pizza Hut) 24-hour drive-through ballot drop site

OUR GOVERNMENT MONROE Monroe City Hall 664 Commercial St. NORTH ALBANY Ray's Food Place 621 Hickory Ave. N.W. North Albany Shopping Center 24-hour drop box PHILOMATH Philomath Public Library 1050 Applegate St.

LINN COUNTY ALBANY Albany Public Library 2450 14th St. S.E. L i nn- B enton Communi ty Col l ege L i br ar y 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W. 24-hour drop-off ballot box Linn County Courthouse 300 Fourth Ave. S.W. 24-hour drop-off ballot box at Fifth Avenue entrance BROWN SVILLE Brownsville City Hall 255 N. Main St. HARRISBURG Harrisburg City Hall 120 Smith St.

ed below will change after Election Day on Nov. 2. Those names marked with an asterisk represent officials who, if not re-elected, will be replaced by new candidates effective Jan. 1, 2012.

Benton County Adair Village Adair Village City Hall 6030 N.E. William R. Carr Ave. 541-745-5507 E-mail: brittany.kennedy@adairvillage.org www.cityofadairvillage.org Total number of full-time employees: 4 Total budget for 2011-12: $1.59 million Mayor Bill Currier, 541-745-2068, bill.currier@traco.us City Council The council meets at 6 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month. Council Members Steve Bittner, 541-745-4445, isaiah1.17@gmail.com • Charline King, 541-745-5274, crking@exchangenet.net • Jeff Kubler, 541-745-0210, councilorjeff@comcast.net • Ron Mercer, 541-745-2350, mercer.ron@gmail.com

LEBANON Lebanon Public Library 55 Academy St. Linn County Sheriff Lebanon Substation 2590 S. Main St.

Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month and the Budget Committee meets as needed.

MILL CITY City Hall 252 S.W. Cedar St.

City Staff City Administrator: Drew Foster Assistant City Administrator: Pat Hare Public Works Supervisor: Tom Shaddon

Corvallis Corvallis City Hall 501 S.W. Madison Ave. 541-766-6900 www.ci.corvallis.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 426 Budget for 2011-2012: $120.9 million Mayor Julie Manning, 541-766-6901 (office). E-mail: mayor@council.ci.corvallis.or.us City Council The council meets at noon and, when scheduled, at 7 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month in the upstairs meeting room of the downtown fire station, 400 N.W. Harrison Blvd. Citizens can write to any councilor at: P.O. Box 1083, Corvallis, OR 97339 or fax them at 541-766-6780. E-mail contacts by ward and the city message numbers with the 766 prefix can be used to contact the current councilor. Councilors serve two-year terms. Council Members • Ward 1: Mark O'Brien, 541-766-6491 (message), 541-753-6313 (home); ward1@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 2: Roen Hogg, 541-766-6492 (message); ward2@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 3: Richard Hervey, 541-766-6493 (message), 541-250-1070 (cell); ward3@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 4: Dan Brown; 541-766-6494 (message), 541-754-8420 (home); ward4@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 5: Mike Beilstein, 541-766-6495 (message), 541-754-1858 (home); ward5@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 6: Joel Hirsch, 541-766-6496 (message), 917-843-2633 (home); ward6@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 7: Jeanne Raymond, 541-766-6497 (message), 541-758-7264 (home); • ward7@council.ci.corvallis.or.us • Ward 8: Biff Truber, 541-766-6498 (message);

SCIO Scio City Hall 38957 N.W. First Ave. SWEET HOME Sweet Home Police Department 1950 Main St. 24-hour ballot drop-off box

City Governments Many mayoral and city council positions list-

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OUR GOVERNMENT â&#x20AC;˘ ward8@council.ci.corvallis.or.us â&#x20AC;˘ Ward 9: Hal Brauner, 541-766-6499 (message), 541-753-0023 (home); ward9@council.ci.corvallis.or.us

meeting time. Watershed Management Advisory Commission: Meets at 5:30 the third Tuesday of the month.

Council Appointments Administrative Services Committee: Meets at 3:30 p.m. on the Wednesdays following a council meeting. Human Services Committee: Meets at noon on the Tuesdays following a council meeting. Urban Services Committee: Meets at 5 p.m. on the Thursdays after a council meeting.

City Management/Staff City Manager: Jim Patterson, 541-766-6902, jim.pattersont@ci.corvallis.or.us Assistant to City Manager/City Recorder: Kathy Louie, 541-766-6901, kathy.louie@ci .corvallis.or.us City Attorneys: Scott Fewel and Jim Brewer, 541-766-6906 City Departments (A list of department websites is available at www.ci.corvallis.or.us/) Community Development: Ken Gibb, director; 541-766-6981, ken.gibb@ci.corvallis.or.us Fire Department: Roy Emery, fire chief; 541-766-6961, roy.emery@ci.corvallis.or.us Finance: Nancy Brewer, director; 541-7666990, nancy.brewer@ci.corvallis.or.us Library: Carolyn Rawles-Heiser, director; 541-766-6910, carolyn.rawlesheiser@ci.corvallis.or.us Parks and Recreation: Karen Emery, director; 541-766-6918, karen.emery@ci.corvallis.or.us Human Resources: Linda Weaver, director; 541-766-6902, linda.weaver@ci.corvallis.or.us Police Department: Gary Boldizsar, police chief; 541-766-6925, gary.boldizsar@ci.corvallis.or.us Public Works: Mary Steckel, director; 541-766-6916, mary.steckel@ci.corvallis.or.us

Commissions, Committees and B oards Two key commissions in Corvallis city government are the Planning Commission and the Budget Commission. The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month in the upstairs meeting room of the downtown fire station, 400 N.W. Blvd., to review development requests. The Budget Commission meets as needed to deliberate over the city's annual budget. Others include: Airport Commission: Meets at 7 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission: Meets at 7 a.m. the first Friday of the month. Board of Appeals: No set meeting time. Capital Improvement Program Commission: No set meeting time. Citizen Advisory Commission on Civic Beautification and Urban Forestry: Meets at 8 a.m. the second Thursday of the month. Citizen Advisory Commission on Transit: Meets at 8:20 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month. Commission for Martin Luther King Jr.: Meets at 4 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. Committee for Citizen Involvement: Meets at 7:15 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Community Police Review Board: No set meeting time. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Board: Meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month in the library board room. Downtown Commission: Meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. Downtown Parking Committee: Meets at 5:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Historic Resources Commission: Meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Housing and Community Development Commission: Meets at noon the third Wednesday of the month. Land Development Hearings Board: On call. Parks, Natural Areas and Recreation Board: Meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Public Art Selection Commission: No set 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Corvallis Municipal Court Central Park Municipal Building 560 S.W. Madison Ave. 541-766-6948 Judge: Mark D. Donahue

Monroe Monroe City Hall 664 Commercial St. 541-847-5175 E-mail: cmonroe.barbj@99w.us Total number of full-time employees: 2 Total budget for 2011-12: $1.056 million Mayor Frank Thayer, 541-868-4105 (cell), JCcop828@aol.com City Council The council meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in City Hall and as needed. Council Members David Ballard, 541-847-4299, dballard@99webstreet.com

Carol McGlasson, 541-510-3467, clbmcg1@yahoo.com Phyllis Derr, 541-847-5236, pjderr70@99webstreet.com Harry Myers, 541-847-5847, harry_myers@hotmail.com Zack Paladino Danielle Paladino Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets the first Monday of every month. The Budget Committee meets as needed. C ity Staff Planner: Jim Minard City Recorder: Barb Johnston Assistant Recorder, Court Clerk: Verna Terry Public Works: CH2M Hill, a private contractor

Philomath Philomath City Hall 980 Applegate St. 541-929-6148 www.ci.philomath.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 25 Total budget for 2011-12: $9.4 million Mayor Ken Schaudt: 541-929-6148, schaudtk@ci.philomath.or.us City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of the month in the council chambers in City Hall. Councilors serve twoyear terms. Council Members Angie Baca: 541-929-5255, bacaa@ci .philomath.or.us Matthew Bierek: 541-929-5361, bierekm@ci.philomath.or.us David Buddingh.: 541-9297762,buddinghd@ci.philomath.or.us Charla Koeppe: 541-929-2906, koeppec@ci.philomath.or.us Rocky Sloan: 541-929-6148, sloanr@ci .philomath.or.us Michael McDonough: 541-908-5916, klains@ci.philomath.or.us Commissions, Committees and Boards Finance and Administration Committee: Meets as needed in the City Hall Council Chambers. Ordinance Committee: Meets as needed in City Hall Council Chambers. Planning Commission: Meets at 7 p.m. on third Monday of the month, as needed, in City

OUR GOVERNMENT Hall Council Chambers. Police Committee: Meets as needed at the Police Station, 1010 Applegate St. Public Works Committee: Meets at 5:30 p.m. on first Thursday of the month at the Public Works Office, 1515 Willow Lane. City Staff City Manager: Randy Kugler, 541-929-6148 City Recorder: Ruth Post, 541-929-6148 City Finance Director: Joan Swanson, 541-929-3001 Police Chief: Ken Elwer, 541-929-6911 Public Works Director: Kevin Fear, 541-929-3579

Linn County Albany Albany City Hall 333 Broadalbin St. S.W. 541-917-7500 www.cityofalbany.net Total number of full-time employees: about 395 Total budget for 2011-12: $184 million Mayor Sharon Konopa*, 541-926-6812; sharon.konopa@juno.com 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 Mondays of weeks when regular Council meetings are scheduled, at City Hall. Council Members Ward I-a: Dick Olsen*, 541-926-7348 (home); rsolsen@proaxis.com Ward I-b: Floyd Collins, 541-928-2961 (home); pfcollins@comcast.net Ward II-a: Vacant Ward II-b: Bill Coburn Jr., 541-928-0649 (home); billc@e-c-co.com Ward III-a: Bessie Johnson*, 541-791-2494 (home); bessiejohnson@comcast.net Ward III-b: Jeff Christman, 926-0528 (home); jbllc75@msn.com Commissions, Committees and B oards Airport Advisory Commission: Meets at 3:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Arts Commission: Meets at 3:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission: Meets at noon the second Tuesday of the month. Landmarks Advisory Commission: Meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month.

Library Board: Meets at 4:45 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. Parks and Recreation Commission: Meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Planning Commission: Meets at 5:15 p.m. on Monday (as needed). Public Safety Commission: Meets 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Traffic Safety Commission: Meets at 10 a.m. the first Monday of even numbered months. Tree Commission: Meets at 3 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Human Relations Commission: Meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. City Staff City Manager: Wes Hare, 541-917-7505 Finance Director, Stewart Taylor, 541-917-7521 Public Works Director: Mark Shepard (as of 7-30-11), 541-917-7634 Police Chief: Ed Boyd, 541-917-7680 Fire Chief: John Bradner, 541-917-7701 Community Development Director: Greg Byrne, 541-917-7555 Library Director: Ed Gallagher, 541-917-7589 Parks & Recreation: Ed Hodney, 541-917-7769 Public Information Officer: Marilyn Smith, 541917-7507

Brownsville Brownsville City Hall 255 N. Main 541-466-5666 admin@ci.brownsville.or.us www.ci.brownsville.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 4 Total budget for 2011-12: $ 4.5 million Mayor Don Ware, 541.466.5311 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month. To be placed on the agenda or to speak to a council member, call 541-466-5666. Council Members Mandy Cole Robert Boyanovsky Nan Van Sandt Lynda Chambers Carla Gerber Gary Shepherd Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets the second and fourth Monday of the month as needed at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The Parks & Open Space Advisory Board

meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The Library Advisory Board meets on the second Thursday of the month at 4 p.m. in the Kirk Room at the Library. The Emergency Preparedness Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 at the Fire Station, 600 E. Blakely. City Staff City Administrator: Scott McDowell, 541-4665666 Public Works Superintendent: Karl Frink, 541466-5666 Court Administrator: Kathy Nida 541-466-5666 (Retiring in December 2011) Utility Clerk: Jannea Deaver 541-466-5666 City Planner: Bill Sattler 541-466-5666

Halsey Halsey City Hall 773 W. First St., P.O. Box 10 541-369-2522 cityrecorder@cityofhalsey.com Total number of full-time employees: 4 Total budget for 2011 -12: $ 1.7 million Mayor Marjean Kline, 541-369-2522 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. To speak to a council member, call 541-369-2522. City Council Eric Harless Joan Mercier Wade Doerfler Eldon Albertson Lee Johnson Kathy Parker City Staff City Administrator: Judy Cleeton Assistant City Recorder: Karla Caudell Municipal Utility Clerk: Martha Chamberlain Lead Utility Plant Worker: Andy Ridinger Utility Worker II: Jerry Werner

Harrisburg Harrisburg City Hall 120 Smith St. 541-995-6655 cityhall@ci.harrisburg.or.us or meldridge@ci.harrisburg.or.us www.ci.harrisburg.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 14 Total budget for 2011-12: $6.6 million 2011-12 OUR TOWN

OUR GOVERNMENT Mayor Robert Duncan, 541-995-6655 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month - except for the months of July, November and December - at City Hall. Council Members Beverly Roberts Kim Downey Roger Raven Robert Boese Matt Riopelle Don Shipley Commissions, Committees and B oards The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. Commission Members Kurt Kayner Todd Culver Sarah Puls Roger Bristol David Smid Jr. Anita McClure Kent Wullenwaber Ci ty Staff City Administrator/Planner: Bruce Cleeton, bcleeton@ci.harrisburg.or.us Community Development Superintendent: Tim Bunnell, tbunnell@ci.harrisburg.or.us City Recorder: Michele Eldridge, meldridge@ci.harrisburg.or.us Finance Officer: Tim Gaines, tgaines@ci .harrisburg.or.us Utility Billing Clerk: Patsy Githens, pgithens@ci.harrisburg.or.us Utility Billing Clerk II: Lori Ross, lross@ci .harrisburg.or.us Librarian: Cheryl Spangler, cspangler@ci .harrisburg.or.us H.A.R.T. Director: Peggy Purkerson, 541-9957700 ppurkerson@ci.harrisburg.or.us

Jefferson Jefferson City Hall 163 N. Main St. 541-327-2768 jeffersonrecorder@peak.org Total number of full-time employees: 6 Total budget for 2011-12: $7,797,800 Mayor Michael Myers*, 541-327-2768 City Council The council meets at 6:30 p.m. the second 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Thursday for a work session and at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at the Conser House, 128 N. Main St. Council Members Dave Beyerl Clare Troutman Helen Tate* Tim Groome* Ben Pickett Bob Ovendale* Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of the month at the Conser House, 128 N. Main. C ity Staff City Planner: Gregg Gorthy, 541-327-2768 Fire Chief: Jon Zeilman, 541-327-2822 Police: Marion County Sheriff's Office, 503588-5032 Public Works Director: Steve Human, 541-3271135

Lebanon Lebanon Ci t y Hal l 925 Main St. 541-258-4900 www.ci.lebanon.or.us Total number of full-time employees: about 94 Total budget for 2010-11: $45.9 million Mayor Ken Toomb*, 541-258-4900 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month and the fourth Wednesday as needed at the Santiam Travel Station, 750 Third Street, between Grant and Sherman. To speak to a council member, call 541-258-7825. Council Members Bob Elliott, Council President (Ward 3) Ron Miller* (Ward 3) Wayne Rieskamp (Ward 1) Ray Weldon* (Ward 1) Margaret Campbell* (Ward 2) Floyd Fisher (Ward 2) Commissions, Committees and Boards Planning Commission: Planning Commission: Meets at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month as needed at the Santiam Travel Station. Senior and Disabled Services Advisory Board: Meets at 10 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at the Senior Center, 80 Tangent Street.

Library Advisory Board: Meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month in the community room at the library, 55 Academy Street. C ity staff City Manager: John Hitt, 258-4202 Asst. City Manager: Ginger Allen, 258-4263 City Attorney: Tre Kennedy, 258-3194 Finance Director: Dean Baugh, 258-4212 Planner: Walt Wendolowski, 258-4923 Police Chief: Mike Schulte, 258-4301 Utilities/Engineering Services Manager: Dan Grassick, 258-4270

Lyons Lyons City Hall 449 Fifth St. 503-859-2167 mmitchell@wavecable.com, mcnerney@wavecable.com Total number of full-time employees: 3 Total budget for 2011-12: $905,559 Mayor Doug Morgan*, 503-859-2167 Mayor Pro Tem Lon Conner* City Council The council meets at 6 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at City Hall. The Planning Commission meets at 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month, as needed. Council Members Mike Lucas Troy Donohue Dan Burroughs* City Staff City Manager: Mary Mitchell Asst. City Manager: Audrey McNerney Librarian: Brenda Harris

Millersburg Millersburg City Hall 4222 N.E. Old Salem Road, Albany 541-928-4523 bcastillo@cityofmillersburg.com Total number of full-time employees: 4 Total budget for 2011-12: $9,741,091 Mayor Clayton Wood, 541-926-0000 City Council The council meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at City Hall.

OUR GOVERNMENT Council Members Jason Yutzie Scott Cowan Linda Boyce Lisa Metz-Dittmer City Staff City Administrator: Barbara Castillo

Scio Scio City Hall 38957 N.W. First Ave. 503-394-3342 Scio@smt-net.com Total number of full-time employees: 5 Total budget for 2011 - 12: $2.3 million Mayor Dean Ferguson, 503-394-2282 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month at City Hall. Council Members Carolyn Nunn Earl Wilson John Nuber Richard Bates George Van Agtmael Terise McDaniel Thomas McDaniel Commissions, Committees and B oards The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month at City Hall. City S taff City Manager/Recorder: Ginger Griffith Administrative assistant: Cathy Martin Public Works Director: Robert Waller Librarian: LaVonne Murray

Sodaville Sodaville City Hall Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday 30723 Sodaville Road 541-258-8882 Total number of full-time employees: 0 Total budget for 2011-12: about $134,000 Mayor Nick Heineck City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at City Hall.

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Council Members Sue Daily Janey Wilson Roger Perry

Sweet Home Sweet Home City Hall 1140 12th Ave. 541-367-8969 Total number of full-time employees: 62 Total budget for 2011-12: $25.6 million Mayor Craig Fentiman, 541-367-8969 City Council The council meets at 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month in Council Chambers behind City Hall. Council Members Ron Rodgers Jim Gourley Scott McKee Jr. Greg Mahler Marybeth Angulo Michael Hall Commissions, Committees and Boards The Planning Commission meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month at the City Hall annex. The Tree Commission meets at 9 a.m. the third Thursday of each month at the

City Hall. Library Board meets at 4 p.m. the second Tuesday each month at the Library. Parks Board meets at 4 p.m. the third Wednesday of quarter at City Hall Tree Commission meets at 9 a.m. the third Wednesday each month at the City Hall. Traffic Safety Committee meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday every other month at City Hall. Budget Committee meets several times in April and May each year. City Staff City Manager: Craig Martin, 541-367-8969 Finance Director: Patricia Gray, 541-367-5128 Public Works Director: Michael Adams, 541367- 6243 Community Development Director: Carol Lewis, 541-367-8113 Library Director: Leona McCann, 541-367-5007 Police Chief: Robert Burford, 541-367-5181

Tangent Tangent City Offices Bass Estate 32166 Old Oak Drive 541-928-1020 georgia@cityoftangent.org or bev@cityoftangent.org Total number of full-time employees: 2 Total budget for 2011-12: unavailable 2011-12 OUR TOWN

OUR GOVERNMENT Mayor Seaton McLennan City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month at the Bass Estate. Council Members Brad Tedrow James Wagner Cindy Bridges City Staff City Coordinator: Georgia Edwards Finance and Budget Director: Bev Manfredo

noticed, in the basement meeting room of Benton Plaza, 408 S.W. Monroe Ave., in downtown Corvallis. Members • Linda Modrell (Democrat), 541-766-6800 (office), 541-929-3904 (home); linda.l.modrell@co.benton.or.us • Jay Dixon (Democrat), 541-766-6800 (office), 541-753-8347 (home); jay.dixon@co.benton.or.us • Annabelle Jaramillo (Democrat), 541-7666800 (office), 541-929-6108 (home); annabelle.e.jaramillo@co.benton.or.us

Benton Plaza 408 S.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis, Suite 111 541-766-6800 www.co.benton.or.us Total number of full-time employees: 334 Budget for 2011-2013: $182 million

County Staff Board of Commissioners office: 541-766-6800 Community Development Director: Greg Verret, 541-766-6819; greg.j.verret@co.benton.or.us Budget Manager: Pat Cochran, 541-766-6257; pat.j.cochran@co.benton.or.us Natural Areas and Parks Director: Jeff Powers, 541-766-6871; jeff.powers@co.benton.or.us Public Works Director: Roger Irvin, 541-7666821; roger.m.irvin@co.benton.or.us Assessor: Doug Hillpot, 541-766-6855; doug.g.hillpot@co.benton.or.us District Attorney: John Haroldson, 541-7666815; john.m.haroldson@co.benton.or.us Records and Elections Manager: James Morales, 541-766-6831; james.v.morales@co.benton.or.us Elections Supervisor: Jill Van Buren, 541-7666756; jill.vanburen@co.benton.or.us Fairgrounds Manager: Lonny Wunder, 541757-6090; lonny.wunder@co.benton.or.us Finance Division Manager: Mary Otley, 541766-6767; mary.k.otley@co.benton.or.us Health Director: Mitch Anderson, 541-7666805; mitchell.c.anderson@co.benton.or.us Human Resources Manager: Tracy Martineau, 541-766-6885; tracy.martineau@co.benton.or.us Juvenile Department: Al Krug, 541-766-6061; al.j.krug@co.benton.or.us Sheriff: Diana Simpson, 541-766-6858; diana.simpson@co.benton.or.us County Counsel: Vance Croney, 541-766-6890; vance.m.croney@co.benton.or.us Benton County-OSU Extension Service chair, Rick Fletcher, 541-766-6750; rick.fletcher @oregonstate.edu Commission on Children and Families Director: Angie Stambuk, 541-766-6024; angie.stambuk@co.benton.or.us Tax Collection: 541-766-6808

Board of Commissioners The board meets at 11:30 a.m. the first four Tuesdays of each month, unless otherwise

Commissions and Committees The Benton County Planning Commission meets at 7:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday

Waterloo Waterloo City Hall 31140 First St. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1066 Lebanon, OR 97355 541-451-2245 Total number of full-time employees: 1 Total budget for 2011-12: unavailable Mayor Jim Cripe, 541-451-2245 City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month at City Hall. Council Members Alan Edwards, president Dennis Scott Jeff Wilson Harrison A. Shearer Phillip Bohna Vacant position Vacant position City Staff Recorder/Treasurer: Catherine Nelson

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of each month in the basement meeting room of Benton Plaza, 408 S.W. Monroe Ave., in downtown Corvallis. The Benton County Budget Committee meets as needed to draft and recommend the county's biennial budget. For information on other volunteer advisory boards or committees contact Belinda Walker, 541-766-6890.

Linn County Linn County Courthouse 300 Fourth Ave. S.W., Albany 541-967-3825 www.co.linn.or.us Total number of employees: 611 fulltime; 148 part time Budget for 2011-12: $116 million Board of Commissioners The board meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, except for the third Wednesday of the month, when the meeting begins at 9 a.m. Members • Roger Nyquist (Republican), 541-967-3825; RNyquist@co.linn.or.us • John Lindsey (Republican), 541-967-3825; JLindsey@co.linn.or.us • Will Tucker (Republican), 541-967-3825; WTucker @co.linn.or.us County Staff Administrative Officer: Ralph Wyatt, 541-9673825; rwyatt@co.linn.or.us Assessor: Mark Noakes, 541-967-3808; mnoakes@co.linn.or.us Clerk: Steve Druckenmiller, 541-967-3831; sdruckenmiller@co.linn.or.us District Attorney: Jason Carlile, 541-967-3836; jcarlile@co.linn.or.us Health Administrator: Frank Moore, 541-9673888; fmoore@co.linn.or.us Juvenile Director: Torri Lynn, 541-967-3853; tlynn@co.linn.or.us Roadmaster: Darrin Lane, 541-967-3919; dlane@co.linn.or.us

Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments is one of many regional govern-

OUR GOVERNMENT ment entities in Oregon. A voluntary association of governments in Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties, it cooperates and works together on issues that cross city and county boundaries and jurisdictions. Cas cades Wes t Counci l of G ov er nments 1400 Queen Ave. S.E., Albany (See below for suite number for each division) 541-967-8720 www.ocwcog.org Executive director: Cynthia Solie, 541-9678720, Suite 201 Director of Senior and Disability Services: Scott Bond, 541-928-3636, Suite 106 Director of Community and Economic Development: Cynthia Solie, 541-924-8465, Suite 205-A

Branch Offices B enton County Veter ans Ser v i ces and Disability Services 301 S.W. Fourth St., Suite 140, Corvallis 800-508-1698, 541-758-3126 (TTY) Disability Services and Senior Services 203 N. Main St., Toledo 800-354-1095, 541-336-8103 (TTY) Meetings Board of Directors: Meets the third Thursday of every other month in Albany. Information: 541-967-8720. Executive Committee: Meets the fourth Thursday of every other month in Albany. Information: 541-967-8720. Disability Services Advisory Council: Meets the first Tuesday of each month in Albany. Information: 541-924-8421. Senior Services Advisory Council: Meets the first Tuesday of the month starting in January. Information: 541-967-8630. Community and Economic Development/Cascades West Area Commission on Transportation: Meet regularly; call 541-924-8415 for details. Call 541-9244534 for the Senior Services Foundation. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 645 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis 541-766-6926 www.thebestlibrary.net Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sat.) and noon to 6 p.m. (Sun.).

State Officials The Oregon Legislature includes 30 state senators and 60 state representatives. Senators

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Corvallis firemen hustled to clear Fourth Street of equipment and hoses after a small fire on the fifth floor of the Benton Plaza.

are elected to serve four-year terms. Members of the Oregon House of Representatives serve two-year terms. The regular Legislative session convenes to balance the state budget and make or amend laws on the second Monday in January of odd-numbered years. It also meets in evennumbered years for a four-week session in February. That session convenes Feb. 1, 2012. Legislators can call special sessions in the interim between assemblies to deal with a fiscal crisis or other urgent state business. Here is information on the state representatives who serve in our area. Some terms expire in November, so names are subject to change. However, state officials' Capitol telephone numbers and addresses generally remain the same. Look for updated information in the online edition of Our Town following the November elections.

E-mail: rep.jeancowan@state.or.us leg.state.or.us/cowan, www.jeancowan.com DISTRICT 15 Rep. Andy Olson, R-Albany Rep. Olson serves part of Linn County stretching into the portion of Benton County northwest of Corvallis. Interim contact: P.O. Box 891 Albany, OR 97321 541-967-6576 info@FriendsOfAndyOlson.com Capitol address: 900 Court St NE, H-478 Salem, OR, 97301 503-986-1415 E-mail: rep.andyolson@state.or.us

State Representatives DISTRICT 10 Jean Cowan, D-Newport District 10 consists of portions of Lane, Lincoln, Polk, Tillamook and Yamhill counties, including the cities of Newport, Toledo and Waldport. Capitol address: 900 Court St. N.E. H-376 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1410 2011-12 OUR TOWN

OUR GOVERNMENT www.leg.state.or.us/olson DISTRICT 16 Sara Gelser, D-Corvallis District 16 consists of Benton County and nearly all of Corvallis and Philomath. Interim contact: 4030 Glen Eden Drive Corvallis, OR 97330 503-986-1416 (Capitol phone) Capitol address: 900 Court St. N.E. H-285 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1416 E-mail: rep.saragelser@state.or.us www.leg.state.or.us/gelser DISTRICT 17 Sherrie Sprenger, R-Scio District 17 consists of portions of Linn and Marion counties. No interim contact info provided. Capitol address: 900 Court St. N.E. H-473 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1417 E-mail: rep.sherriesprenger@state.or.us www.leg.state.or.us/sprenger DISTRICT 23 Jim Thompson, R-Dallas District 23 encompasses rural Polk County, including Dallas and Falls City and parts of rural Linn County. Interim contact: 3380 Mistletoe Drive Dallas, OR 97338 Capitol address: 900 Court St. N.E., H-388 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1423 E-mail: rep.jimthompson@state.or.us www.leg.state.or.us/thompson

State Senators DISTRICT 8 Sen. Frank Morse, R-North Albany District 8 consists of parts of Benton and Linn counties, including the cities of Albany, Corvallis, Philomath and Millersburg. Interim address: 221 N.W. Second St. Corvallis 97330 Phone: 503-910-9066 Capitol address: 900 Court St. N.E. S-311 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1708 2011-12 OUR TOWN

E-mail: sen.frankmorse@state.or.us www.leg.state.or.us/morse DISTRICT 12 Brian Boquist -Newberg District 12 consists of parts of Benton, Linn, Polk, Marion and Yamhill Counties including the towns of Monroe, Jefferson, Halsey and Harrisburg. Interim contact: Not released. Capitol address: 900 Court St. N.E., S-305 Salem, 97301 503-986-1712 E-mail: sen.brianboquist@state.or.us www.leg.state.or.us/boquist

Governor John Kitzhaber (Democrat) Term expires in January 2015 254 Oregon Capitol 900 Court St. N.E. Salem, OR 97310 503-378-3111 (Governor's office) 503-378-4582 (24-hour governor's citizen message hotline) 503-378-8970 (fax) www.oregon.governor.gov

Oregons Capitol Oregon's Capitol building at 900 Court St. N.E. 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 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the hour, meeting in the Rotunda. For the latest information or 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.oregon.gov or http://bluebook.state.or.us. Interested persons also can take an online tour of the capitol and grounds at http://bluebook.state.or.us/facts/scenic/cap/c ap01.htm

Federal Officials U.S. Representatives All representatives can be contacted by email through their Web sites or online at

www.house.gov/writerep/ by selecting a state and entering your zip code. DISTRICT 1 (Clatsop, Columbia, Washington, Yamhill and part of Multnomah counties) At press time Rep. David Wu, whose term was to expire in January 2013, resigned in early August 2011. The contact information below should reach the person appointed to replace him or to a contact who can provide that information. An email address, Portland district office information and website won't be available, however, until that person is named, but the address and phone number should work. Washington D.C. address: District 1 2338 Rayburn House Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-0855 DISTRICT 2 (All counties east of the Cascades, all of Jackson and Grants Pass area of Josephine County) Rep. Greg Walden (Republican) Term expires January 2013 www.walden.house.gov District address - Bend: 1051 N.W. Bond St., Suite 400 Bend, OR 97701 541-389-4408 Washington D.C. address: 2182 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20011 202-225-6730 DISTRICT 3 (Most of Multnomah County and northern part of Clackamas County) Rep. Earl Blumenauer (Democrat) Term expires January 2013 http://blumenauer.house.gov District address - Portland: 729 N.E. Oregon St., Suite 115 Portland, OR 97232 503-231-2300 Washington D.C. address: 1592 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone 202-225-4811 DISTRICT 4 (Coos, Curry, Douglas, Lane, Linn, northern portion of Josephine and most of Benton counties) Peter DeFazio (Democrat) Term expires January 2013 www.defazio.house.gov District address - Eugene: 405 East Eighth Ave., Suite 2030 Eugene, OR 97401

OUR GOVERNMENT 541-465-6732, 800-944-9603 Washington D.C. address: 2134 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-6416 DISTRICT 5 (Lincoln, Marion, Polk, Tillamook, northern Benton, most of Clackamas and part of southwest Multnomah County) Kurt Schrader (Democrat) Term expires January 2013 http://schrader.house.gov District address - Salem: 494 State St., Suite 210, Salem 97301 503-588-9100 Washington D.C. address: 315 Cannon House Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-5711 http://schrader.house.gov

U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (Democrat) Term expires January 2015 www.merkley.senate.gov District address - Eugene: 405 E. Eighth Ave. Suite 2010 Eugene, OR 97401 541-465-6750 Washington D.C. address: B-40B Dirksen Senate Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-3753 Ron Wyden (Democrat) Term expires January 2017 http://wyden.senate.gov/ District address - Eugene: 151 West Seventh Ave., Suite 435 Eugene, OR 97401 541-431-0229 Washington D.C. address: 223 Dirksen Senate Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510-3703 202-224-5244

President Barack H. Obama (Democrat) Term expires: January 2013 The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. 20500 202-456-1414 (switchboard) 202-456-1111 (comments) 202-456-2461 (fax) www.whitehouse.gov president@whitehouse.gov

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Public Safety Law Enforcement Agencies

Adair Village Police Department 6030 William R. Carr St., Adair Village 541-223-5520 E-mail: police@adairvillage.org www.cityofadairvillage.org Interim Chief Aaron Mollahan Albany Police Department 1117 Jackson St. S.E. 541-917-7680 www.cityofalbany.net/police Police Chief: Ed Boyd Benton County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Building 180 N.W. Fifth St., Corvallis 541-766-6858 Monroe substation (Staffed intermittently): 672 S. Commercial St. 541-766-6858 www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/ Sheriff: Diana Simpson, diana.simpson@co.benton.or.us Undersheriff: Scott Jackson, scott.jackson@co.benton.or.us Benton County Jail 190 N.W. Fourth St., Corvallis 541-766-6866 www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/corrections/ Jail Commander: Lt. Diana Rabago, 541-7666786, diana.g.rabago@co.benton.or.us Benton County Adult Parole and Probation 180 N.W. Fifth St., Corvallis 541-766-6887 www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/community /parole_probation Emer gency M anagement, Sear ch & Res cue 551/553 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis 541-766-6864 www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/ems Mary King, Emergency Program Manager, 541-766-6111, mary.king@co.benton.or.us Erik Rau, Emergency Services Planner, 541766-6114, erik.rau@co.benton.or.us Other Emergency Units: o Benton County Sheriff's Mounted Posse: 541-766-6045 http://bentoncountysheriffsposse.org

• Benton County Amateur Radio Emergency Service: 541-766-6045, www.bcares.org • Corvallis Mountain Rescue: 541-766-6045, www.corvallismountainrescue.org • Marys Peak Search and Rescue: 541-7666045, www.mpsar.org Corvallis Police Department Law Enforcement Building 180 N.W. Fifth St. 541-766-6924 www.ci.corvallis.or.us/police Police Chief: Gary Boldizsar, 541-766-6788, gary.boldizsar@ci.corvallis.or.us Lebanon Police Department 40 N. Second St., suite 100 541-451-1751 www.ci.lebanon.or.us Police Chief: Mike Schulte Linn County Parole and Probation 118 Second Ave. S.E., Suite F, Albany 541-967-2005 L i nn County Sher i ff' s O ffi ce and Jai l 1115 Jackson St. S.E., Albany 541-967-3950, 541-967-3901 (jail) www.linnsheriff.org Sheriff: Tim Mueller Undersheriff: Bruce Riley Substations: Mill City: 274 S.W. Second Ave., 503-897-2301 Scio: 38957 N. First, 503-394-3344 Lebanon: 2590 S. Main, 541-259-4350 Sweet Home: 1951 Main St., 541-367-3994 Brownsville: 255 N. Main, 541-466-5725 Harrisburg: 354 Smith St., 541-995-6652 Oregon State Police • Albany Area Command: 3400 Spicer Drive 541-967-2026 www.oregon.gov/OSP Station Commander: Lt. Mark Cotter • OSU office: 200 Cascade Hall, Corvallis 541-737-3010 Station Commander: Lt. Steve Mitchell http://egov.oregon.gov/OSP/ Philomath Police Department 1010 Applegate St. 541-929-6911 www.ci.philomath.or.us/police/police.htm Police Chief: Ken Elwer Sweet Home Police Department 1950 Main St. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

OUR GOVERNMENT 541-367-5181 www.sweet-home.or.us Police Chief: Bob Burford

Courts, Defense, Prosecution COURTS Albany Municipal Court 333 Broadalbin St. S.W. 541-917-7740 www.cityofalbany.net/court Benton County Circuit Court 120 N.W. Fourth St., Corvallis 541-766-6828 www.courts.oregon.gov/Benton Corvallis Municipal Court 560 S.W. Madison Ave. 541-766-6948 www.ci.corvallis.or.us/ Lebanon Municipal Court 40 N. Second St., suite 300 541-258-4909 www.ci.lebanon.or.us Linn County Circuit Court 300 Fourth Ave. S.W. (P.O. Box 1749) Albany, OR 97321 541-967-3802 www.ojd.state.or.us/linn

CRIMINAL DEFENSE Benton County Legal Defense Corp. 615 N.W. Jackson Ave., Corvallis 541-752-3616 Administrated by Jennifer Nash CRIMINAL PROSECUTION Benton County District Attorney's Office Benton County Circuit Court, Third Floor 120 N.W. Fourth St., Corvallis 541-766-6815 District Attorney: John Haroldson

Fire Departments Adair Rural Fire and Rescue 6021 Third St., Corvallis 541-745-7212 Fire Chief: Chuck Harris Albany Fire Department 333 Broadalbin S.W. 541-917-7700 www.cityofalbany.net/fire Fire Chief: John Bradner Station 11: 110 Sixth Ave. S.W. Station 12: 120 34th Ave. S.E. Station 13: 1980 Three Lakes Road S.E. Station 14: 2850 Gibson Hill Road N.W. Alsea Fire Department 216 Market St. 541-487-8701 Fire Chief: George Foster

L i nn County D i s tr i ct A ttor ney ' s O ffi ce Linn County Courthouse, First Floor 300 Fourth Ave. S.W. Albany 541-967-3836 www.co.linn.or.us/DA District Attorney: Jason Carlile

Blodgett-Summit Rural Fire Protection District Station 1: U.S. Highway 20 at Blitz Lane Station 2: 36847 Happy Hollow Road 541-456-4406 Fire Chief: Ed Young

Linn County Justice Court Lebanon office: 30 E. Maple St. Lebanon, OR 97355 541-258-5777 Sweet Home office: 799 Long St. Sweet Home, OR 97386 541-367-5902 Harrisburg office: 354 Smith St. Harrisburg, OR 97446 541-995-8311

Brownsville Fire Departme nt 600 E. Blakely Ave. 541-466-5227 chief@brownsvillefire.org Fire Chief: Kevin Rogers

Sweet Home Municipal Court 1140 12th Ave. 541-367-4660 www.ci.sweet-home.or.us/index.asp?nid=73 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Corvallis Fire Department 400 N.W. Harrison Blvd. 541-766-6961 www.ci.corvallis.or.us/fire Fire Chief: Roy Emery Station 1: 400 N.W. Harrison Blvd., 541-766-6471 Station 2: 500 S.W. 35th St., 541-766-6472 Station 3: 1310 N.W. Circle Blvd., 541-766-6473 Station 4: 365 S.W. Tunison Ave., 541-766-6474 Station 5: 4950 N.W. Fair Oaks Drive, 541-766-6475

Station 6: 544 N.W. Lewisburg Ave., 541-766-6476 Halsey/Shedd Rural Fire Protection District 740 W. Second St., Halsey 541-369-2419 Fire Chief: Skip Smith Harrisburg Rural Fire Protection District 500 Smith St. 541-995-6412 http://Harrisburgfire.org Fire Chief: Scott Mitchell Hoskins/Kings Valley Fire Department 38101 Kings Valley Highway, Philomath 541-929-2907 Fire Chief: Dave Evans Jefferson Rural Fire Protection District 189 N. Main St. 541-327-2822 E-mail: jeffersonfire@jeffersonfire.org www.jeffersonfire.org Fire Chief: Jon Zeilman Lebanon Fire District 1050 W. Oak St. 541-451-1901 http://lebanonfire.org Fire Chief: Dan Woodson Monroe Fire Department 680 Commercial St. 541-847-5170 Fire Chief: Rick Smith Philomath Fire and Rescue 1035 Main St. 541-929-3002 Fire Chief: Tom Phelps Sci o Rur al F i r e Pr otecti on D i s tr i ct 38975 S.W. Sixth Ave. 503-394-3000 E-mail: sciofire@smt-net.com Fire Co-Chiefs: Dwayne Miller and Rich LaBelle S w e e t Ho m e F i r e a n d A m b u l a n c e D i s t r i c t 1099 Long St. 541-367-5882 Fire Chief: Mike Beaver Tangent Rur al F i r e Pr otecti on D i s tr i ct 32053 Birdfoot Drive 541-928-8722 E-mail: tangentfire@comcast.net Fire Chief: Stan Parker

RELIGION

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Louis Lehman leads the eight-part harmony of the Oregon Sacred Festival Chorale through the number, "Almighty God," at the First Assembly of God in Albany.

Religion Ecumenical spirit thrives in valley

wide variety of faith communities can be found in Corvallis, Albany and surrounding communities. Among them are Baptists and Buddhists, Catholics and Christian Scientists, 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 senior 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

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RELIGION 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., 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 Activities Center at 737-2101.

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Berneice Darnell of Albany receives ashes from Father Andrew Thomas on Ash Wednesday 2011 at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church in Albany.

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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 floor 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 www.marinebd.osmb.state.or.us ,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: Hayden Road (Alsea), Digger Mountain, Salmonberry, Benner Creek North Santiam River: Densmore Road, Hess Road, Stayton, Mehama, Lyons, Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bend Park, Gates, Detroit Dam Santiam River: Interstate 5 bridge, Talbot Road (Jefferson) Little North Santiam River: Lyons/Mehama County Boat Ramp North Santiam River: Buell Miller South Santiam River: Brewster Road (Lebanon), Waterloo, Sweet Home, Foster Dam Willamette River: Harrisburg, Ingram Island Road, McCartney Boat Ramp (Peoria), Peoria, Crystal Lake Road (Corvallis), Corvallis, Hyak Park, Bryant Park, Bowman Park, Takena Landing

Lake Access Foster Reservoir: North River Drive, Sunnyside Campground, Gedney Creek Green Peter Reservoir: Quartzville Drive, Whitcomb County Park

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Dean Westberry of Portland fly fishes on the South Santiam near Sweet Home while rafters drift down the river.

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

Whitewater Rafting/Kayaking (Class IV: Expert; Class III: Intermediate; Class II: Novice)

McKenzie River: Olallie to Ben & Kay Dorris Park (Class III) Deschutes River*: Salmonberry to the Pacific Ocean (Class IV) Rogue River*: Galice to Agness (Class IV) North Santiam River: Gates to Mehama (Class III) North Umpqua River: Boulder Creek to Steamboat (Class IV) Owyhee River: Rome to Owyhee Reservoir (Class IV) Illinois River*: Kerby to Oak Flats (Class IV) Clackamas River: McIver State Park to Barton County Park (Class III-IV) Nehalem River: Spruce Run Recreation Site to Nehalem Falls (Class III-IV) Grande Ronde River: Minam State Park to Troy (Class II) Klamath River: Boyle Power Plant to Topsy Grade Road Snake River*: Hells Canyon Dam to Pittsburg Landing * Permit required

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ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS 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: Starts at Circle Boulevard/Oregon Highway 99W and ends in Philomath, minimal elevation gain. Follows Willamette and Marys rivers and includes Pioneer and Starker parks. (10 miles) Campus Way-Bald Hill Park: Starts at Campus Way/35th Street and ends at either the Bald Hill Park entrance on Oak Creek Road or Reservoir Road, minimal elevation gain. This includes the relocated Irish Bend Covered Bridge (two miles). Peoria Road: From Corvallis, go east on Oregon Highway 34, then out and back on Peoria Road, minimal elevation gain. For variety, return via White Oak Road. (20 miles round trip) Boston Mill: Extensive network of well-paved and pancake-flat (though sometimes windblown) roads through grass fields of Linn County. Point of interest is site of Boston Mill, on Boston Mill Drive west of Shedd. (Variable length) MODERATE RIDES: Linn County Covered Bridge Tour: A network of back roads through Jefferson, Scio and Crabtree that features numerous covered bridges. (Varying lengths) Buena Vista Ferry Ride (now open every day, year round): From Albany or Corvallis to Independence, take Independence Road north off U.S. Highway 20; north of Adair Village, signs will point east toward Buena Vista. Ride can be done as a loop through Independence (40 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. Scenic byway ride includes Airlie Winery. (55 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. It'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. (20-mile loop) Soap Creek: A loop with varied terrain, ride 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Mid-valley disc golfers can find several courses throught the area in Albany, Corvallis and Lebanon

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. Can return on Oregon Highway 99W or cross 99W and come back on rural back roads. (Adjustable length) 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)

MOUNTAIN BIKING EASY DOES IT: Wi l l i am D av i es /L ewi s bur g Saddl e L oop : 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. 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. (10 miles round trip)

Disc Golf ALBANY Bryant Park: 801 Bryant Way S.W. Timber Linn Park: 900 Price Road S.E. CORVALLIS Adair Park: Off Ryals Avenue in Adair Village Willamette Park: End of Goodnight Avenue in

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS southeast Corvallis

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LEBANON Camp Tadmor: 43943 McDowell Creek Dr. (Private course, reservations required by calling 541-451-4270)

Golf

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 2011 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations are posted on the ODFW web site: http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/fishing/. The weekly fishing report is online at http://www.dfw.state.or.us/RR/index.asp. Oregon has 67 state 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). O REG O N D EPA RTMENT O F F ISH & WIL D L IF E OFFICES Headquarters: 3406 Cherry Ave. N.E., Salem, OR 97303; 503-947-6000 Central and Southeast (High Desert Region) : 61374 Parrell Road, Bend, OR 97702; 541-3886363 Northeast Region: 107 20th St., LaGrande, OR 87850; 541-963-2138 Northwest Region: 17330 S.E. Evelyn St., Clackamas, OR 97015; 971-673-6000 Southwest Region: 4192 N. Umpqua Highway, Roseburg, OR 97470; 541-440-3353 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 Freeway Lakes: Just off Interstate 5 southeast of Albany E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area: 29555 Camp Adair Road, Monmouth, OR 97361

PUBLIC COURSES Marysville Golf Course 2020 S.W. Allen St., Corvallis 541-753-3421 Holes: 9 Trysting Tree Golf Course 34028 Electric Road, Corvallis 541-752-3332 Holes: 18 Golf City Par Three 2115 N.E. Highway 20, Corvallis 541-753-6213 Holes: 9 Golf Club of Oregon 905 N.W. Springhill Drive, Albany 541-928-8338 Holes: 18 Pineway Golf Course 30949 Pineway Road, Lebanon 541-258-8815 Holes: 9 Diamond Woods Golf Course 96040 Territorial Road, Monroe 541-998-9707 Holes: 18 Mallard Creek Golf Course 31966 Bellinger Scale Road, Lebanon 541-259-4653 Holes: 18 SEMI-PRIVATE COURSES Spring Hill Country Club 155 NW Country Club Lane, Albany 541-928-5454 Holes: 18 PRIVATE COURSES Corvallis Country Club 1850 S.W. Whiteside Drive, Corvallis 541-752-3471 Holes: 18

area hikes. Under the heading for Corvallis, there are descriptions of about 50 hikes in the Albany/Corvallis/Philomath region provided by local hiking enthusiasts.

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 1.2mile 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 five species of 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 on 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 four 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 four mile round trip. The entrance to the park is on the river side of Highway 20, just west of the Lyons Street overpass.

Hiking Residents will discover anything from an easy one-hour stroll to a demanding five-hour 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 is available at area bookstores and sporting goods stores. Another resource is the web site www.localhikes.com where hiking enthusiasts in various communities around the nation file reports on 2011-12 OUR TOWN

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS 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 (three miles one way, 1,050-foot elevation gain). Open to bicycles and horses, the trail winds through a beautiful Douglas fir forest and leads to the top of Dimple Hill. From there you have a wonderful view of Corvallis and the southern Willamette Valley. 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 two-mile path that 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 shopping center. Silver Creek Canyon Trail: A stunning sevenmile trail 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 1.6-mile trail with about 1,500 feet elevation climb to an abandoned lookout perched on a rock outcropping. It'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. 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 (2,300 feet) and longest distance (five miles one way). It passes through magnificent native, old-growth Douglas fir and noble fir forests and leads to the top of Marys Peak, 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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 Trail: 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 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. You'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.

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 800-270-7504. You can also call the toll-free number for more information or see www.fs.fed.us/r6/passespermits/index.shtml. The fees are a demonstration program authorized by Congress and help finance recreation programs on the forests where they are collected. 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 Recreation 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 the 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 con-

secutive days. They can be purchased at various sites, including the Siuslaw National Forest headquarters in Corvallis, or via the State Park Information Center at 800-5516949. 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 31798 Horse Farm Lane, Philomath 541-929-5706 www.inavalefarm.com Lessons: Private; semi-private; group Rentals: None Brawley Farms 4556 Winter Creek Road, Jefferson 800-743-4414 www.brawleyfarms.com Lessons: Private Rentals: None Harmony Training Center 4500 S.W. Nash Ave., Corvallis 541-752-0302 www.harmonytrainingcenter.com E-mail: HTrainingCenter@aol.com Lessons: Group Rentals: None Springhill Boarding Stables 5368 N.W. Springhill Drive, Albany 541-928-8943 541-760-0039 E-mail: s.stables@comcast.net Lessons: None Rentals: None Riverbottom Stables 28970 Highway 34, Corvallis 541-752-2883 www.riverbottomstables.com Lessons: Private or group Rentals: None Roddy Ranch 33281 Dever-Conner Drive, Albany 541-926-9987 Lessons: Private Rentals: None Century Farm Equestrian Center 40835 Oupor Drive, Scio 503-394-4122 Lessons: Private or group Rentals: Guided trail rides E-mail: gndpeery@gmail.com www.centuryfarmequestriancenter.com

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Kayakers and canoeists from Paddle Oregon come a shore at Bryant Park in Albany.

Parks ALBANY Albany Parks and Recreation 333 Broadalbin St. S.W. 541-917-7777 www.cityofalbany.net The Albany Parks and Recreation Department sponsors several sports programs for both adults and youths 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 S.E.; 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. N.E.; This 26acre park can be found at the end of Geary Street N.E. 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: 801 Bryant Way S.W.; Located at 801 Bryant Way S.W., 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. S.E.; A twoacre park at 550 Burkhart St. S.E. with a basketball court, barbecue grills, a horseshoe pit and softball field. Deerfield Park: 2627 Del Rio Ave. S.E.; This 12acre park has a softball field, basketball court, bike path and barbecue grills. Doug Killen Friendship Park: 4990 Deer Run St. S.W.; This newly dedicated neighborhood park takes up nearly two acres and features a playground area, walking path, picnic facilities and two basketball courts (one adult/one junior). Eleanor Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St. S.E.; This two-acre neighborhood park has a shelter that can accommodate up to 80 people. It includes barbecue grills, a basketball court, a volleyball court and a softball field. Gibson Hill Park: 2880 Gibson Hill Road N.W.; 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 Rd. S.E; A 10-acre community park with a picnic shelter that accommodates 150 people. There's also a basketball court, bike paths, barbecue grills, fishing, a disc golf course and softball field. Lehigh Park: 3100 17th Ave. S.E.; Five acres that contain a basketball court, softball field and barbecue grills.

Monteith Riverpark: 489 Water Ave. N.W.; This six-acre park offers a shelter for 75 people, plus a dock and viewpoints overlooking the Willamette River. Includes a horseshoe

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ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS pit, fishing, bike paths and barbecue grills. Simpson Park: 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. Other activities include fishing and a disc golf course. Takena Park: 1101 Lawnridge St. S.W.; This three-acre park can accommodate 50 people in its shelter, with a softball field, barbecue grills and a wading pool open during the summer. Timber-Linn Memorial Park: 900 Price Road S.E. ; A 90-acre park that 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 field and barbecue grills. Waverly Park: 3154 Pacific Blvd. SE; This 20acre park is located at the gateway into Albany from Interstate 5 and features a manmade lake, walking and bike paths, and paddle rentals.

CORVALLIS Corvallis Parks and Recreation 1310 S.W. Avery Park Drive 541-766-6918 www.ci.corvallis.or.us (Click on "Parks & Recreation" under "Departments") 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. Among the parks listed below, dogs are 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 in the non-improved turf areas from March to 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 in advance for use between April 1 and Oct. 31. A locator map is available in the Parks section of the city's website to help residents find the following park sites. Avery Park: Located at Southwest 15th Street 2011-12 OUR TOWN

and Avery Park Drive. This 75-acre park with handicap accessibility offers ball fields, playgrounds, picnic areas, a play area among "dinosaur bones," a rose garden and an antique locomotive. Bald Hill Park: Access is available on 53rd Street at the Benton County Fairgrounds to this 284-acre natural area, with hiking trails up to a panoramic view of the Corvallis area. Bruce Starker Arts Park: A grassy amphitheater, reflecting pond, fountain, community garden, bike paths and play areas are features of this park at Southwest Country Club Drive and Southwest 45th Street. Central Park: Located downtown between Southwest Sixth Street and Monroe 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, da Vinci Days and summer concerts in the gazebo. Chepenafa Springs Park: This new 5-acre facility on Daylily Avenue in north Corvallis features a play area, hiking trail and a picnic shelter. Chintimini Park: This park, at 27th Street and Taylor Avenue, features sand volleyball courts, several ball fields, picnic tables and a play area. Chip Ross Park: Off Northwest Highland Drive on Northwest Lester Avenue, there's 125 acres full of of hiking trails in a natural setting, featuring views of the city and the Cascade Mountains. Cloverland Park: Found at 29th Street and Garfield Avenue, this small park offers tennis courts, a playground, picnic tables and ball fields. Crystal Lake Sports Fields/Kendall Nature Park: Located off Crystal Lake Drive and Fischer Lane, this relatively new park was designed with special playing fields for soccer, Little League baseball and softball and Ultimate. The complex also includes 85 acres of natural area with hiking trails and a boat ramp, with access to the Willamette River. 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. Grand Oaks Park: On the west side of Corvallis, off West Hills Road on Southwest Trellis Drive, this park has a large fort-like play structure, open fields and picnic tables. Martin Luther King Jr. Park (formerly Walnut Park): Found at 4905 N.W. Walnut Blvd., this 30-acre park has bike paths, walking trails, softball fields, a playground, horseshoe pits and a covered group picnic site in a restored

barn. Pioneer Park: 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 the downtown, the riverfront area and Oregon State University. A number of fitness stations can be found along the path. Riverbend Park: This 5-acre park, off Goodnight Avenue in south Corvallis, features play areas for children, a basketball court, drinking fountains, accessible restrooms and an asphalt walking path. It also has a covered picnic shelter open on a first-come, firstserved basis. Riverfront Commemorative Park: 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. Sunset Park: This park at Southwest 45th and Country Club Drive was recently renovated and now includes an ADA playground, picnic shelter, restroom facilities and a half basketball court in addition to two lighted softball fields. Village Green Park: Off Conifer Boulevard across from Cheldelin Middle School, this park has an outdoor basketball court, playground area and plenty of grassy areas. Willamette Park: At 287 acres, this park at the end of Goodnight Avenue in southeast Corvallis is the city's largest and is wellknown for the tournament-level disc golf course that runs through it 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.

LINN COUNTY PARKS Linn County Parks Department 3010 Ferry St. S.W., Albany 541-967-3917 www.co.linn.or.us/parks/parks.htm Linn County operates 22 parks and recreation areas. Details on rental rates and campground fees are available on the department's web site. 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 variety of activities. For specific information e-mail clearlake@co.linn.or.us. McDowell Creek Falls County Park: Site is

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS approximately eight miles east of Lebanon on McDowell Creek Road. Lewis Creek County Park: This 40-acre park is approximately four miles northeast of Sweet Home on River Drive. There is a $3 fee from Memorial Day through Labor Day. McKercher County Park: Located five miles east of Brownsville on Oregon Highway 228. Roaring River County Park: East of Crabtree at the east end of Fish Hatchery Road, this park covers 28 acres. McCartney Boat Ramp: Picnicking, fishing and boat ramp access to the Willamette can be found at this spot one mile north of Peoria on Peoria Road. Freeway Lakes: This is a year-round fishing spot east of Interstate 5 on Three Lakes Road with bank fishing, a boat ramp and picnic sites. Larwood Wayside: Follow the signs toward Scio from U.S. Highway 20 and turn onto Fish Hatchery Drive. About six miles at the junction of Larwood Drive, you'll find swimming, fishing and picnicking. McClun Wayside: Fishing, swimming and picnicking is available at this park. Follow Oregon Highway 228 through Holley to County Road 759 for approximately two miles.

BENTON COUNTY PARKS Benton County Parks Department 360 S.W. Avery Ave., Corvallis 541-766-6871 www.co.benton.or.us/parks Benton County maintains 14 parks, most of which are for day use. Park hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 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: 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. 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 541-745-7455 for meetings, wedding receptions, holiday parties and other events. Anderson Park: At 26.2 acres, this park is accessible from Highway 99W by taking Stow Pit Road to Old River Road. It is northeast of Monroe along the west bank of the

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Waverly Lake paddle boats are a popular activity for families in Albany.

Willamette River. Beazell Memorial Forest: The largest of all the Benton County parks at 586 acres, it was donated to the county in July 2000. Located on the Kings Valley Highway 223 five miles north of the Highway 20 turnoff west of Philomath, it features the historic Plunkett House, picnic facilities, restrooms, interpretive panels, the newly opened Beazell Forest Education Center and miles of hiking trails. Bellfountain Park: This is Benton County's oldest park and is off Dawson Road in southeast Benton County, about four 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 Park: 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: 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.

Fitton Green Open Space Park: This is a 308acre site about one mile north of Philomath and about four miles west of Corvallis. The property lies west of Bald Hill, overlooking the Marys River and Willamette and Cardwell Hills valleys. Fort Hoskins Historical Park: The fort 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 inter-

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ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS pretive displays and self-guided trails. Hyak Park: 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: This park is in southeast Benton County, three miles northeast of Monroe and 16 miles south of Corvallis on the Willamette River. It offers boat launch access to the Willamette River for non-motorized boats. Boat access is hampered by a sand bar. It is an undeveloped site with no signage, parking, water or landscaping. Picnicking and swimming are available. Jackson-Frazier Wetland: 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 see many plant communities and habitats. Numerous kiosks explain different aspects of the park's natural history and watershed. Mill Creek Park: 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: Group picnicking facilities sit in an oak grove. The park features seating for 160 picnickers, electric cooktops and special chicken barbecues. From U.S. Highway 20, take Northwest Scenic Drive north to Valley View Drive, then east to Hillcrest Drive to the park entrance.

Campgrounds LINN COUNTY John Neal Memorial Park: The park, northeast of Lyons off Oregon Highway 22, has 40 tent sites. Open mid-April through midOctober. River Bend County Park: Located off Highway 20 east of Sweet Home, this new park includes campsites, restrooms, showers, a playfield and access to the South Santiam River for swimming and fishing. Sunnyside County Park: This park located on Foster Reservoir, east of Sweet Home, three miles off U.S. Highway 20 on Quartzville Road, has 130 campsites with electrical and water hookups and 35 sites without hookups. Open mid-April through early November. Waterloo County Park: Five miles east of Lebanon, off U.S. Highway 20, this campground offers 100 sites with hook ups; 20 2011-12 OUR TOWN

without. Open year-round. Whitcomb Creek County Park: Located on the shores of Green Peter Reservoir, east of Sweet Home on U.S. Highway 20, this park has 39 tent sites plus an overflow camping area. Open mid-April through mid-October.

BENTON COUNTY Alsea Falls Campground: This Bureau of Land Management campground 13 miles west of Monroe at the Alsea Falls Recreation Site offers 16 campsites, open from mid-May through September. Benton Oaks RV Campground: Located next to the Benton County Fairgrounds on Southwest 53rd Street in Corvallis, full hook-up and tent sites are available year-round. Marys Peak Campground: Six tent sites are open from April through September at this Siuslaw Forest Service campground 14 miles west of Corvallis off Highway 34. Salmonberry Park and Campground: Along the Alsea River west of Alsea, 20 campsites are open from May 15 to Oct. 15. No reservations accepted. Willamette Park: This park is in southeast Corvallis at the end of Goodnight Avenue on the Willamette River.

Playgrounds Albany Bryant Park: 801 Bryant Way S.W. Burkhart Park: 550 Burkhart St. S.E. Deerfield Park: 2627 Del Rio Ave. S.E. Doug Killin Friendship: 4990 Deer Run St. S.W. Draper Park: 756 29th Ave. S.E. Eades Park: Alco St. N.E. and Linn Ave. N.E. Eleanor-Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St. S.E. Gibson Hill Park: 2880 Gibson Hill Road N.W. Grand Prairie Park: 2530 Grand Prairie Road S.E. Hazelwood Park: 1999 Queen Ave. S.W. Henderson Park: 833 Calapooia St. S.W. Kinder Park: 1326 Oak St. S.E. Lehigh Park: 3100 17th Ave. S.E. Lexington Park: 3000 21st Ave. S.E. Maple Lawn: 1950 Old Salem Road N.E. Monteith Riverpark: 489 Water Ave. N.W. Periwinkle Park: 2298 21st Ave. S.E. Pineway Park: 1592 Moraga Ave. S.E. Riverview Heights Park: 1901 Crittendon Loop N.W. Sunrise Park: 2275 Thurston St. S.E. Swanson Park: 712 Jackson St. S.E. Takena Park: 1101 Lawnridge St. S.W. Teloh Calapooia Park: 5950 Looney Lane S.W. Timber-Linn Memorial Park: 900 Price Road S.E.

Corvallis Arnold Park: On the west side of the city, at Harrison and Merrie avenues Avery Park: Southwest 15th Street and Avery Avenue Bruce Starker Arts Park: Country Club Drive and Southwest 45th Street Central Park: Seventh Street and Madison Avenue Chepenafa Springs Park: Daylilly Avenue, off Northwest 29th Street Chintimini Park: Northwest 25th Street and Tyler Avenue Cloverland Park: Northwest 29th Street and Garfield Avenue Franklin (school park): Northwest 15th Street and Taylor Avenue Garfield (school park): Northwest 11th Street and Cleveland Avenue Grand Oaks Park: Southwest Trellis Avenue off West Hills Road Lilly Park: Southeast Lilly Avenue and Bethel Street Martin Luther King Jr. Park: Northwest Walnut Boulevard Peanut Park: Southwest Seventh and D streets Porter Park: Northwest 20th Street and Hayes Avenue Riverbend Park: Off Rivergreen Avenue in south Corvallis Sunset Park: Southwest 45th Street and Country Club Drive Tunison Park: Southwest Tunison Avenue and Butterfield Drive Village Green Park: Northeast Conifer Boulevard at Dorchester Way Washington Park: 630 N.W. Seventh St. Wildcat (school park): 2701 N.W. Satinwood Park (Wilson School) Willamette Park: Southeast Corvallis at the end of Goodnight Avenue on the Willamette River

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Running IN AND AROUND ALBANY Bowman Park: Small park with a nice nature trail at end of Geary Street Northeast in Albany. Bryant Park: West Albany park with off-road running through trees and along the Willamette River. Monteith Riverpark: A starting point for many of the Albany's multi-use paths along the Willamette River. Periwinkle Path: Starts at the Boys & Girls Club of Albany at 1215 Hill St. S.E. and runs along Periwinkle Creek to Grand Prairie Park. Simpson Park: A 1.3-mile bark dust path divides the old mill ponds from the Willamette River. The path is tree-lined and well shaded in some areas. IN AND AROUND CORVALLIS Avery Park: Half-mile of wooded chip trail in south Corvallis. Excellent for bird watching as well as pheasant, hawks and Canada geese. Bald Hill Park: West of Corvallis on Oak Creek Road, 450-foot elevation to the summit but views are worth the exertion. Chip Ross Park: Off-road running with strenuous hills and expansive views in north Corvallis. Dan's Trail to McDonald Forest is a favorite. Circle Boulevard: A scenic one-mile bike 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 offers a wide variety of running possibilities. Entrances at Oak Creek, Lewisburg Saddle, Soap Creek and Peavy Arboretum. Martin Luther King Jr. Park: Three-quartermile bike path and half-mile wood-chip running path through trees in northwest Corvallis. Willamette Park: More than a mile of flat, wide paved and dirt trails along the Willamette River in south Corvallis.

Skiing Mount Bachelor: The largest ski area in Oregon, renowned for its powder. Located 25 miles west of Bend. Ten lifts, 3,365 vertical, 3,683 acres. Average base: 150 to 200 inches. www.mtbachelor.com Mount Hood Meadows: Located 50 miles east of Portland. Ten lifts, 2,777 vertical, 2,150 acres. Average base: 430 inches. www.skihood.com

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A skateboarder takes advantage of good weather at the Albany Skatepark near Eleanor Hackleman Park on Pine Street. Timberline: Features longest skiing season in North America. Located 50 miles east of Portland on Mount Hood. Six lifts, 3,590 vertical, 1,000 acres. Average base: 175 to 200 inches. www.timberlinelodge.com

Mount Hood Ski Bowl: Located 52 miles east of Portland. Four lifts and five tows, 1,500 vertical, 1,260 acres. Average base: 175 to 200 inches. www.skibowl.com Hoodoo Ski Bowl: Popular one-day trip for 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Instructor and lifeguard Rachel Hanke catches Kacie Reed of Bend before she makes a splash on a warm Friday evening at the Swanson Park Action Center in Albany.

mid-valley residents. Located 75 miles east of Corvallis. Five lifts, 1,035 vertical, 806 acres. Average base: 175 to 200 inches. Also includes a tubing run. www.hoodoo.com Willamette Pass: Located 70 miles east of Eugene, just off Oregon Highway 58. Five lifts, 1,563 vertical, 550 acres. Average base: 340 inches. www.willamettepass.com Ski Ashland: Just minutes off Interstate 5 near California border, 20 miles south of Ashland. Four lifts, 1150 vertical, 200 acres. Average base: 300 inches. www.mtashland.com Anthony Lakes: Highest Oregon ski area in elevation, atop the Blue Mountains. Located 35 miles northwest of Baker City. One lift and one tow, 900 vertical, 300 acres. Average base: 300 inches. www.anthonylakes.com Summit Ski Area: Open for 75 years, the oldest ski area in Northwest. Located 54 miles east of Portland on Mount Hood. www.summitskiarea.com 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Spout Springs: Located 40 miles east of Pendleton. Two lifts, 600 vertical, 250 acres. Average base: 300 inches. www.skispoutsprings.com Cooper Spur: Located 50 miles east of Portland. One T-Bar and one rope tow, 500 vertical, 100 acres. www.cooperspur.com Warner Canyon: Located 20 miles east of Lakeview. One T-Bar, 730 vertical. Ferguson Ridge: Located south of Joseph. One T-Bar and one rope tow, 640 vertical.

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 people 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. Also, check out the website www.gorp.com (Great Outdoors Recreation Pages) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it's a popular one that offers brief descriptions of unique natural areas in Oregon and elsewhere. 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.fed.us/r6/recreation/rentals /index.shtml.

Passes Northwest Forest Pass: Many public recreation lands in Oregon and Washington now require a Northwest Forest Pass. They're available at all Forest Services offices, many retail outlets or on the Internet. Daily passes cost $5; annual passes are $30. For more information, call 800-270-7504. Oregon Pacific Coast Passport: Valid for entrance, day use and vehicle parking fees at

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS 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. A five-day pass costs $10; an annual pass costs $35. For more information, call 800-551-6949. Was hi ngton and O r egon Recr eati on Pas s : Serves same function as Interagency Pass, which is honored at Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and US Fish & Wildlife Service sites charging entrance fees, plus 26 Oregon State Parks and 23 of 120 participating Washington State Parks that charge launch or dumping fees and six Army Corps of Engineer sites. Annual pass costs $100 ($80 for Interagency Pass, $20 for add-on hangtag).

State Parks and Forests Oregon State Parks 725 Summer St. N.E., Suite C, Salem 503-986-0719 Director: Tim Wood Oregon Department of Forestry 2600 State St., Salem 503-945-7200

National Forests The U.S. National 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, the Siuslaw National Forest, is located in Corvallis at 4077 Research Way; the phone number is 541-7507000. For detailed information on the location and features of all the national forests in our state, go online to www.fs.fed.us/r6/r6nf.htm. Bureau of Land Management The largest branch of the U.S. Department of the Interior manages 16 million acres in Oregon, generally grasslands, sage and other non-forested 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.or.blm.gov/districts/index.htm

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. Listed below are two of the more popular refuges in Oregon for mid-valley visitors, plus one just over the border. Finley National Wildlife Refuge: 26208 Finley Refuge Road, Corvallis; 541-757-7236 Malheur National Wildlife Refuge: 36391 Sodhouse Lane, Princeton; 541-493-2612 U p p e r K l a m a t h N a t i o n a l W i l dl i f e R e f u g e : Tulelake, Calif.; 916-667-2231

National Parks Despite its many natural wonders, Oregon has only one national park: Crater Lake (P.O. Box 7, Crater Lake, OR 97604-0007). Generally, full access begins in June and continues through October. Entrance fees are $10 by vehicle for seven days. For more information, call 541-594-3100.

Other Federal Recreation Areas Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (Hood River) Crooked River National Grassland (Madras) H el l s Cany on Nati onal R ecr eati on A r ea (Enterprise) Newberry Crater National Volcanic Monument (Paulina) O r egon D unes Nati onal Recr eati on A r ea (Reedsport) U pper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge (Tulelake, Calif.)

Swimming Pools ALBANY Albany Community Pool South Albany High School 2150 36th St. S.E. 541-967-4521 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 Saturdays. Adult lap swim times are 5:30 to 8 a.m., noon to 1 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. weekdays and 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. Open swims are from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Mondays. Children 6 and over are allowed in the water without an adult during recreation swims. Family swim times are 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. Children 16 and under must have an adult in the pool with them. The pool also offers swim lessons during the evening year-round and during the days dur-

ing the summer. The fees are $3.50 for adults, $3 for youths ages 18 and under, $3.25 for seniors ages 55 and over, $10 for families and children age 3 and under are admitted free. Yearly passes are available for $215/adults, $190/youth, $200/seniors and $365/families. COOL! Swanson Park Action Center 705 Railroad St. S.E., Albany 541-917-7751 www.swansoncool.com This outdoor facility, featuring an aquatic play area with slides, lazy river and splash equipment, is open daily during summer months. Open recreational swims are from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, and from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. A number of swimming instruction and exercise classes are also available. Check the Web site for details. Daily admission fees for Albany residents are $4 for adults, $3.25 for youths ages 6 to 17 and $2.50 for younger children and $2 for observers. Non-resident fees are $5 adults, $4.25 youths ages 6 to 17 and $3 for younger kids. Punch cards (good for 10 visits) cost $36 (residents) or $45 (non-residents) for adults, $29.25 (residents) or $38.25 (non-residents) for youths ages 6 to 17 and $22.50 (residents) or $27 (non-residents) for children 5 and younger. Season passes cost from $75 to $150 for individuals and $250 to $300 for families (up to four people). Mid-Willamette Family YMCA 3311 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany 541-926-4488 The pool at the YMCA is open year-round. Open swim times change seasonally. A one-day pass costs $10 for adults, $4 for youths ages 17 and under, $7 for seniors ages 60 and over and $15 for families. CORVALLIS Osborn Aquatic Center 1940 N.W. Highland Drive, Corvallis 541-766-7946 james.mellein@ci.corvallis.or.us. This facility features two indoor pools, a large 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. The two outdoor Otter Beach pools feature water toys, a water slide, water channel, diving boards and lap swimming. Admission fees are $4 for adults 18 and over, $3.50 for youth ages 7 to 17 and $2.50 for ages 2011-12 OUR TOWN

ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS 6 and under. Families are $7.50 plus $1 per extra swimmer (Sundays only). Go to the City of Corvallis website at www.ci.corvallis.or.us and type "Osborn Aquatic Center" in the search box for more information on passes, private rental rates and current swimming schedules. JEFFERSON Jefferson Community Pool 1298 N. Second St. 541-327-3581 The pool is open only during the summer. Recreational swims are from 1 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Saturdays. Family swims are on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and adult lap swims are from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Water aerobics are offered from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Admission costs $2.50 for adults, $2.25 for seniors, $2 for children age 17 and under and $7 per family on Wednesdays (up to 5 people) plus $1 per extra swimmer. Season family passes are available for $165; children 17 and under are $60; adults are $65 and seniors are $50. Water aerobic passes are $100. Swimming lessons are offered and range from $35 to $37.50. LEBANON Lebanon Community Pool 1800 S. Fifth St. 541-259-7946 www.lebanonpool.org The Lebanon pool is open year-round. 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. Fees are $2.75 for adults, $2.25 for youth ages 17 and under and seniors over age 60, free for children 5 and under, and $8 for families (six or less) plus $1 for each additional member. Nonresident fees are $3.25, $2.75 and $12 respectively. PHILOMATH Clemens Community Pool Philomath High School 2054 Applegate St. 541-929-3584 www.philomath.k12.or.us/pool The pool is open year around; swim classes are available. Lap swimming is from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday and Wednesday and from 6 to 7 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Open swim times are 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday. Admission costs $2.75 for adults, $2 for ages 2011-12 OUR TOWN

18 and under and seniors, $7 for families. Ten or 20 visit punch cards and summer memberships are available. For more information, go online to www.philomath.k12.or.us/ pool. SWEET HOME Sweet Home Community Pool 1641 Long St. 541-367-7169 The pool is open year-around and offers swim classes for all ages. Lap swimming is available from 5 to 7:45 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 7 to 7:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursday; 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Monday; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Recreation swim times are 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. The cost is $3.50 for adults, $3.25 for seniors and $3 for youth ages 18 and under; family (for up to 4 family members including one adult) are $10. Twenty-punch passes are $50 for youth ages 18 and under; $55 for seniors; and $60 for adults. Annual passes are $300 for a family of 4; $235 for adults; $195 for seniors and youth 18 and under.

Tennis ALBANY Albany Tennis Club: 1424 27th Ave. S.W. Four outdoor and three indoor, private courts. Reservations: 541-926-2513. Burkhart Park: 550 Burkhart St. S.W. Public courts. Eleanor Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St. S.E. One lit, public court. Henderson Park: 833 Calapooia St. S.W. Public court. Linn-Benton Community College: 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W. Four lit, public courts. South Albany High School: 3705 Columbus St. S.E. Three public courts. West Albany High School: 1130 Queen Ave. S.W. Four public courts. CORVALLIS Adair Park: In Adair Village. Two public courts. Cloverland Park: Northwest 29th Street and Arthur Avenue. Two public courts. Corvallis High School: 1400 N.W. Buchanan Ave. Six public courts. Crescent Valley High School: 4400 N.W. Highland Drive. Eight public courts. Lincoln School: 110 S.W. Alexander Ave. Two public courts. Linus Pauling Middle School: Intersection of Cleveland Avenue and 14th Street. Two

public courts. Oregon State University: Along Washington Way just north of Gill Coliseum and Prothro Field. Four covered courts. OSU identification required for use. Tennis West: 6880 S.W. West Hills Road. Two indoor, two outdoor private courts. Reservations: 541-929-6212. Timberhill Tennis Club: 2775 N.W. 29th St. Six indoor, two outdoor private courts. Reservations: 541-753-1043. JEFFERSON Jefferson Middle School: 1298 N. Second St. Two public courts. LEBANON Century Park: South Fifth Street, across from the Boys & Girls Club. Four public courts. Lebanon High School: 1700 S. Fifth St. Six public courts.

Volleyball ALBANY Eleanor Hackleman Park: 654 Pine St. S.E. Sand court. Gibson Hill Park: 2880 Gibson Hill Road. N.E. Sand court. Linn-Benton Community College: 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W. Sand courts. CORVALLIS Avery Park: 1310 S.W. Avery Ave. Grass courts. Chintimini Park: At Northwest 27th Street and Taylor Avenue. Four sand courts. Willamette Park: End of Goodnight Avenue. Grass courts. Oregon State University: Along Washington Way beside Dixon Recreation Center. Two sand courts. LEBANON Lebanon High School: 1700 S. Fifth St. Sand court. PHILOMATH City Park: 300 S. 23rd St. Sand court.

Walking Bal d Hi l l Wal ker s 541-766-6959 Walks are about 2 miles long. Meet at the parking lot near the pedestrian crossing on 53rd Street near the Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 N.W. 53rd St. in Corvallis, 8 a.m. Tuesdays.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Clubs and Organizations A

variety of clubs and civic organizations in this area offer folks plenty of opportunities to meet new people, nurture special interests or promote important causes. The following list was compiled from club representatives who responded to newspaper ads or they are frequent contributors to the daily F.Y.I. section of the Corvallis GazetteTimes or the Community Calendar and Finding Help listings in the Albany Democrat-Herald.

Advocacy Albany Area Right to Life 541-928-8706 Established to promote the sanctity and value of every human life from the moment of conception to one's natural death. Meets third Thursday, 7 p.m.; call for location. A s s o c i a ti o n f o r M o t o r c y c l i s ts o f O r e g o n Mark Nicholson, 541-760-7438 • Novak's Hungarian Restaurant, 2306 Heritage Way S.E., Albany 9 a.m. (third Saturday) Albany Peace Seekers 541-928-7013 Email: albanypeaceseekers@q.com Advocates and activists for local and global peace and justice. • Lakeside Center, 2180 54th Ave. S.E., Albany 9 a.m. (third Saturday; no meetings in July or August) A ss oci ati on of Reti r ed O r egon Publ i c Employees Gerry Olson, 541-752-0210 Promotes the economic and social welfare of Oregon PERS retirees. • Corvallis Elks Lodge, 1400 N.W. Ninth St. Noon (second Tuesday, alternate months) Jesse Skoubo/Democrat-Herald

Community Alliance for Diversity 541-602-5194 408 S.W. Monroe Ave., M210C, Corvallis Email: ahood@alliancefordiversity.org www.alliancefordiversity.org Community-based organization serving as a catalyst to create and sustain a healthy multicultural community. Corvallis Alternatives to War www.alt2war.org

Daryl Roth collects a pigeon from Bullit, a Field Trial English Springer Spaniel, during a training session on Roth’s property on a Sunday morning. Community group working to promote peace and justice and oppose illegal wars. Sponsors 5 p.m. daily vigil at Benton County Courthouse, 120 N.W. Fourth St. Co-sponsors Second Saturday Benefit Concerts at Sunnyside Up Café, 116 N.W. Third St., eight months a year. Has an electronic mailing list to promote events and topical discussion.

Corvallis HOUR Exchange 541-766-8229 Email: hourexchange@peak.org www.hourexchange.org Builds community networks and increases commerce between individuals by exchanging local currency. • Westminster House, 101 N.W. 23rd St., 2011-12 OUR TOWN

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Corvallis 5:30 p.m. (first Tuesday) Corvallis Independent Business Alliance 541-752-0047 www.corvallisiba.org 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 Matters 541-753-0012 Email: corvallismatters@aol.com Group facilitating communication among city leaders, groups and individuals working for sustainability. Call for details. Corvallis Secular Society 541-754-2557 www.corvallissecular.org Promotes secular humanism, a world view free from supernatural and paranormal beliefs. • Corl House, 3975 N.W. Witham Hill Drive, Corvallis 2 p.m. (third Saturday) Downtown Corvallis Association 460 S.W. Madison Ave., Suite 9 541-754-6624 www.downtowncorvallis.org Membership organization focused on keeping downtown strong and vibrant through business support, downtown advocacy and economic development services. • Cloud 9, 126 S.W. First St. 8 a.m. (third Wednesday) F r i ends of the A l bany Publ i c L i br ar y 541-917-7580 Promotes library usage, sponsors programs and raises funds for books, special equipment and furnishings for the library. • Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E. Noon (second Friday, September to May) Friends of the Cor v al l i s - B enton County Publ i c L i br ar y 541-766-6928 Email: erin.kahle@ci.corvallis.or.us http://thebestlibraryfriends.org All-volunteer organization that provides support library services, facilities and equipment beyond budgeted items for branches in Alsea, Corvallis, Monroe and Philomath. • Board meets at the library; open to the public 3:30 p.m. (third Wednesday, September 2011-12 OUR TOWN

through June) Friends of the Scio Library 541-394-3696 Promotes library usage. • Scio City Hall, 38957 N.W. First Ave. 7 p.m. (first Monday) Friends of the Sweet Home Library 541-367-5007 Supports library programs and operates a used bookstore at 1242 Main St. in Sweet Home. • Sweet Home Public Library, 1101 13th Ave. 7 p.m. (third Monday in January, March, May, July, September and November) Majestic Theatre Management Inc. 541-758-7827 www.majestic.org Nonprofit, member-owned organization committed to operating Corvallis' Majestic Theatre (opened in 1913) as a quality performing arts facility. National Association for the A dv ancement of Col or ed Peopl e 541-829-3023 Promotes civil rights and encourages the social, economic and political progress of all people. • Westminster House, 101 N.W. 23rd St., Corvallis; everyone welcome 7 p.m. (second Thursday) National Organization for Women www.oregonnow.org Organization dedicated to achieving equality for all women. Oregon Retired Educators Association, LinnBenton Chapter Carla Mundt, president, 541-967-1294 Promotes the social, professional and economic status of retired educators and encourages service to the community. • 1 p.m. (third Tuesday); call for location O r egon State U ni v er s i ty Women' s Center 541-737-3186 oregonstate.edu/womenscenter Resource center, referrals and advocacy for empowering women. Out N About Yout h 541-908-2474 outnaboutyouth@gmail.com Adult-led group for Benton-Linn high-schoolage gay, lesbian, bi and trans youth.

• First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis, Room 219 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Thursday) Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays (P-FLAG) 541-924-6544 Email: jgdriskell@aol.com www.jam-assoc.com/PFLAG, www.PFLAG.org Provides opportunities for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity. • First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis 7 p.m. (fourth Monday) Philomath Community Foundation 541-929-2437 Email: jmalcom45@gmail.com or info@philomathcommunityfoundation.org P.O. Box 1000, Philomath, OR 97370 Committed to serving, enriching and enhancing the community and its citizens. • Philomath Police Department, community meeting room, 1010 Applegate St. 5:30 to 7 p.m. (first Monday) Planned Parenthood Legislative Action Team 541-342-6042, Ext. 35 Email: nichi.masters@ppcw.org www.choiceadvocates.org The political arm of Planned Parenthood engages in educational and electoral activity, including public education campaigns, grassroots organizing, and legislative advocacy. • Call for meeting time and place. SCORE Chapt er 460 541-745-5816 Email: scm170@aol.com www.score.org Provides free and confidential counseling to businesses and persons wanting to start a new business or wishing to improve an existing business. • 445 Union St., Suite 204, Salem 10 a.m. (second Monday)

Arts Alsea Valley Artisans Email: fmstout@peak.org www.alseavalleyartisans.com Promotes and encourages the arts and artisans in the Alsea Valley. • Alsea Community Library, 19192 Alsea Highway 7 p.m. (second Thursday) CALYX, Inc. 541-753-9384

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Email: info@calyxpress.org www.calyxpress.org

cmugoffice@cmug.com www.cmug.com

Nonprofit publisher of fine art and literature by women.

Mac users helping each other. • Grace Lutheran Church, 435 N.W. 21st St., Corvallis 7 p.m. (second Tuesday)

Linn County Arts Guild 541-258-4074 leag@linncountyartsguild.org www.linncountyartsguild.org Encourage artists to come together, exchange ideas and develop a supportive culture throughout Linn County. • Santiam Travel Station, 750 Third St., Lebanon 6:30 p.m. (second Monday) Memorial Union Concourse Gallery 541-737-2937 craftcenter@oregonstate.edu http://osumu.org/art.html A fine arts gallery featuring artwork by local, national and international artists. Located in the Memorial Union, Oregon State University. Open 8 to 11 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays O r egon State U ni v er s i ty Cr aft Center 541-737-2937 craftcenter@oregonstate.edu http://mu.oregonstate.edu/craftcenter An arts facility offering classes and open studio in glass, ceramics, photography, fine woodworking, fibers, jewelry, fine art and more. Located at the Memorial Union East, Snell Hall, Jefferson Way Open 1 to 10 p.m. (Mondays through Fridays); 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturdays and Sundays) Vistas & Vineyards 541-929-4719 kmitchell@peak.org Plein aire painting group • Meets Wednesdays mid-May to midOctober at scheduled sites in the Willamette Valley. Call for more information. Willamette Valley Puppeteers 541-812-0410 dlhlibrary@aol.com http://wvpuppeteers.weebly.com Puppeteers of America guild for persons interested in puppetry as a performing art and educational tool.

Computers Corvallis Macintosh Users Group 541-754-2684

Cultural Crossroads International 541-737-5041 http://oregonstate.edu/international/crossroads/ Provides friendship and language assistance programs and activities for Oregon State University international students, visiting faculty and their families — including Englishlanguage groups for everyone, and conversational English classes for international women — during OSU's academic year. • Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St., Corvallis Conversation classes, 9:15 a.m. (Tuesdays and Thursdays) • Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 S.W. Ninth St. English-language groups, 4 p.m. (Tuesdays) and 1 p.m. (Fridays)

endowments, prudently investing the funds received, and distributing a portion of the earnings annually to benefit the communities, especially the youth in Benton County. Bent on Count y 4- H 541-766-6750 Email: chrissy.lucas@oregonstate.edu http://extension.oregonstate.edu/benton Oregon State University Benton County Extension Service Office, 1849 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis Youth development program and clubs for K12 youth. Clubs meet during the year; school programs and special interest. Meeting days, times and locations vary. Benton Literacy Council 541-754-8615 Email: bentonliteracy@copper.net http://handson.org Offers free tutoring for Benton County adults who want to improve their literacy skills, and a summer reading program for children in grades 1 through 5 to prepare for the following school year. Perry Niskanen, director. Beta Sigma Phi www.betasigmaphi.org

Willamette Valley Filipino Association 541-928-8775 gidrach@peak.org

Women's international organization whose motto is "Life, learning and friendship."

Open to anyone interested in knowing more about the Filipino people and Philippine culture.

Cor v al l i s Publ i c School s F oundati on 541-757-5857 www.cpsfoundation.org

Education

Unites donor interest with Corvallis School District needs through communication and comprehensive donation administration.

The Arts Center 700 S.W. Madison Ave. 541-754-1551 www.theartscenter.net The center runs art exhibits in two galleries, and an art shop. Clearinghouse for art information. Offers in-house arts classes. Participates in partnerships with the Corvallis School District and Samaritan Health Services. Offers seven-week summer program focusing on arts and culture activities for children. Benton County Foundation 541-753-1603 bcf@peak.org www.bentoncountyfoundation.org 343 N.W. Seventh St., Corvallis The Benton County Foundation began in 1953 as a community foundation with a mission to build community philanthropy by establishing

Corvallis Toastmasters 541-929-2374 or 541-929-2973 http://delicious.com/osutm/area32 Participation in Toastmasters improves public communication skills and subsequently listening, communication and leadership skills. • Market of Choice, 922 N.W. Circle Blvd. Avery Club 7900, 12 to 1 p.m. (Tuesday) • Market of Choice, 922 N.W. Circle Blvd. Corvallis Club 395, 6 to 7:45 p.m. (Monday); email dottie533@peak.org • Oregon State University Crop Science Building (Room 109), 30th Street and Campus Way Oregon State Club 3722, 11:50 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Friday) Delta Kappa Gamma Society Elaine Hall, 541-929-2790 Active and retired women educators who provide financial and professional support to 2011-12 OUR TOWN

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS women teachers and prospective teachers. Meets third Saturday (except June and July), 9:30 a.m.; call for meeting places. Hannah's Hope Alicia Jacob, 541-752-7624 Email: Jacob@peak.org Nonprofit group working to raise community awareness of child assault and bullying in schools, and to bring the International Center for Assault to Corvallis and surrounding areas. Oregon Association of Education for Young Children, Linn-Benton Chapter 541-752-2868 Provides professional development for early childhood educators. Oregon State University Academy for Lifelong Learning 541-737-9405 (message) Email: admin@all-osuaa.org http://www.all-osuaa.org Organization for mature adults who embrace learning as a lifelong process (arts, science, issues, history, cultures). Two-hour classes held Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during fall, winter and spring terms at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road, Corvallis. Associated with the OSU Alumni Association, but OSU affiliation not required. Speci al Educati on A dv i s or y Commi ttee 541-757-5752 Email: kim.aust@corvallis.k12.or.us www.csd509j.net A resource group for parents who are interested in special education programs provided by the Corvallis School District. • Western View Center, 1435 S.W. 35th St., Corvallis Meeting dates to be announced Star t Mak i ng a Reader Today (SMA RT) 541-726-3302 or 541-754-1446 www.getsmartoregon.org Volunteers read with students in kindergarten through third grade one hour a week during the school year. Volunteers needed at area schools; apply at website.

Environment Albany-Corvallis Farmers' Markets 541-740-1542 www.locallygrown.org Organizes and promotes outdoor farmers' markets from mid-April to late November. See 2011-12 OUR TOWN

the "Leisure Activities" section for details on weekly markets. Audubon Society of Corvallis Email: vanderp@peak.org www.audubon.corvallis.or.us Promotes education about and conservation of wildlife and the natural environment. Operates the Hesthavn Nature Center and surrounding trails. • First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth St. 7 p.m. (third Thursday, September to May) Benton Soil and Water Conservation District 456 S.W. Monroe Ave., Suite 110, Corvallis 541-753-7208 www.bentonswcd.org Directors, staff and volunteers provide education and technical assistance to landowners with conservation concerns. Informal education programs and information are available related to agriculture, livestock, forestry, habitat restoration, water quality, soil quality, weed control, 4-H/youth development, community development and other local resource issues. • Meets the first Monday, 6:30 p.m.; call for location. Chintimini Wildlife Center 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 www.consbio.org Supports conservation of biological diversity through collaborative research, education, planning and community service. Corvallis Environmental Center 541-753-9211 www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org 214 S.W. Monroe Ave. Provides education, outreach and advocacy on local environmental issues, nature education and volunteer opportunities. Volunteers always needed. Corvallis Sustainability Coalition 541-230-1237 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. Corvallis Tilth Organic Gardeners 541-758-0316 Dedicated holistic gardeners committed to a healthy and non-toxic environment. Monthly meetings on Sundays; call for details. Linn Soil and Water Conservation District 33935 Highway 99E, Suite C, Tangent 541-926-2483 www.linnswcd.oacd.org Directors, staff and volunteers provide education and technical assistance to landowners with conservation concerns. Informal education programs and information are available related to agriculture, livestock, water quality, forestry, energy, community development and other local resource issues. • Meets the second Tuesday, 7 p.m. Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Bill Richardson, 541-929-3011 or brichardson@rmef.org www.rmef.org Works to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife and their habitat. • Pizza King, 231 Lyon St. S.E., Albany 6:30 p.m. (first Monday, except summer) Friends of Marys Peak 541-752-1303 www.maryspeak.org Seeking permanent protection for Marys Peak and its natural, historical and recreational value through the establishment of a park. Friends of Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex 541-602-3669 Email: friends.secr.melanie@gmail.com www.friendswvnwrc.org Support organization to provide outreach and volunteer assistance for the mid-Valley national wildlife refuges: Ankeny, Baskett Slough and William L. Finley. Operates the Wild Goose Nature Store in the headquarters building at Finley NWR from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. • Finley NWR headquarters building (location subject to change in winter months) 6 to 8 p.m. (second Tuesday) Greenbelt Land Trust 541-752-9609 www.greenbeltlandtrust.org Group works to secure and protect in perpetuity open space that preserves natural beau-

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS ty, protects habitats, and provides a connection to the natural world. Marys Peak Chapter of the Izaak Walton League 541-745-5471 Dedicated to wise stewardship of the land and its resources. Meets irregularly; call for details. Mar y s Peak G r oup of the Si er r a Cl ub 541-230-1970 Email: bruce.encke@hp.com http://www.oregon.sierraclub.org/groups/mar ys_peak/ Active in conservation, trail work and politics. Outings and local hikes every week throughout the year. Marys River Watershed Council 541-758-7597 Email: mrwc@peak.org www.mrwc.org Promotes ecologically and economically sound sustainability and improvement of the watershed's natural resources and environmental quality. Native Plant Society of Oregon, Corvallis Chapter 541-754-0893 www.npsoregon.org/chap/co.htm Promotes education, outreach and appreciation of the native flora of the surrounding area, with presentations on restoration, gardening and the propagation of native vegetation. • Avery House, 1200 S.W. Avery Park Drive, 7:30 p.m. (second Monday, October through May; field trips in spring and summer) The Natural Step/Corvallis 541-752-3517 Email: maureentnf@peak.org www.naturalstepusa.org Network provides framework-based sustainability assessments, planning, events and training for businesses, organizations and communities. Call or email for meeting times and locations. Wildlife Stewardship Program 541-766-6750 http://4hwildlifestewards.org/ 4-H Wildlife Stewards are trained volunteers and educators who 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 Email: willamettevalley@fws.gov http://www.fws.gov/WillametteValley/com plex/index.html The refuge offers numerous hiking trails, a scenic driving route, excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, interpretive and educational programs, special events and a variety of volunteer opportunities.

Ethnic OvECS Ltd. 541-905-0490 homestay@ovecs.com; corvallishomestay@gmail.com www.azhomestay.com Host family opportunities with monetary compensation. Offering safe homes for international students at Oregon State University and Linn-Benton Community College. • New China Buffet, 1720 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis, 6 p.m. (second Wednesday, September to June)

Fraternal Benton County Shrine Club 541-757-8732 Coordinates the Marys Peak Trek for support of Shriners Children's Hospital. • New China Buffet, 1720 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis 6 p.m. (second Wednesday, September to June) Bruce Commandery Temple No. 3, Knights Templar (York Rite Masons) 541-757-9034 Christian Masonic order that sponsors the K.T. Eye Fund and Holy Land Pilgrimage for ministers, and welcomes Masons who have advanced beyond Cryptic Mason in York Rite. • Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 S.W. Madison Ave. 7:30 p.m. (fourth Monday, September to June) Charity Grange No. 103 541-369-2471 Rural/urban community service organization with a special interest in agriculture-related issues. • Charity Grange Hall, Bond Butte Drive (southwest of Brownsville) Grange meetings, 8 p.m. (first Friday) Social night with potluck dinner, 6:30 p.m. (third Friday); community dinner, 1 p.m. (last Sunday). Call to confirm.

Corvallis Masonic Lodge No. 14 541-753-4370 Fraternal body (AF&AM) that welcomes all Masons and inquiries from aspirants to Freemasonry. • Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 S.W. Madison Ave. 7:30 p.m. (first and third Wednesday, September to June) Eagles 541-926-6622 or 541-971-9463 (auxiliary) Email: eaglesclub@comcast.net Social lodge for members and their guests. Supports many national, state and local charities. • Albany Eagles Lodge, 127 Broadalbin St. N.W. Lodge meetings, 8 p.m. (Tuesday) Auxiliary meetings, 7:30 p.m. (first and third Tuesday and every Friday and Saturday night for dinner and dancing to live music) East Linn Masonic Lodge No. 44 541-258-5404 Fraternal organization for men. • Lebanon Masonic Hall, 725 Second St. 7:30 p.m. (second Thursday, September to June) Elks Lodge Benevolent protective fraternal organization committed to community service and charitable efforts. • Corvallis: 1400 N.W. Ninth St., 541-758-0222 7 p.m. (Thursday) • Lebanon: 633 Park St., 541-258-3211 7:30 p.m. (Wednesday) • Sweet Home: 440 Osage St., 541-367-3559 7 p.m. (Wednesday) Fairmount G range 252 541-230-1563 or 541-207-2105 Family fraternal organization with roots in agriculture and community service, promoting rural quality of life. • Fairmount Grange Hall, 835 North Albany Road N.W., Albany 10:30 a.m. (first Saturday), followed by potluck dinner Ferguson Chapter No. 5, Royal Arch Masons (York Rite) 541-752-2281 Fraternal body of Master Masons who have advanced to the Royal Arch; other York Rite Masons and aspirants welcome. • Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 S.W. Madison Ave. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 7:30 p.m. (third Monday, September to June) Independent Order of Odd Fellows 541-752-3023 Fraternal organization based on friendship, love and truth to provide charitable assistance to those in need. • Corvallis Odd Fellows Hall, 223 S.W. Second St. 7 p.m. (first and third Tuesday); preceded by 6 p.m. social hour Job's Daughters Cheryl Leckie, 541-929-5874 For girls ages 10 to 20 who have Masonic family connections. • Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 S.W. Madison Ave. 7 p.m. (second and fourth Wednesday, September to June) Knights of Columbus 541-926-4699 Email: covino1@comcast.net www.kofc.org Fraternal service organization for Catholic men. Projects focus on church, family, community and youth. • 229 Fourth Ave. S.E., Albany 7 p.m. (first Wednesday, except summer) Lacomb Grange No. 907 541-258-3259 Family, fraternal organization with roots in agriculture and community service, promoting rural quality of life. • 34000 block of East Lacomb Road 7:30 p.m. (second Friday), preceded by 6:30 p.m. potluck Linn County Shrine Club All Shriners and their wives welcome. • American Legion Hall, 1215 Pacific Blvd. S.E., Albany Hospitality hour, 6 p.m. (fourth Wednesday), followed by 7 p.m. dinner Marys River Grange http://marysrivergrange.org/ Family fraternal organization founded in 1867, with roots in agriculture and community service and the wellbeing of rural communities. • Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath 6:30 p.m. potluck, followed by meeting at 7 p.m. (first Wednesday) Marys River Masonic Lodge No. 221, AF&AM 541-757-9944 www.corvallismasons.org 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Members of the Sick Town Derby Dames battle an opponent during a match in Corvallis Fraternal lodge of Freemasons dedicated to service to community and country. • Corvallis Masonic Temple, 306 S.W. Madison Ave. 7:30 p.m. (second Monday, September to June)

organization that promotes well-being of rural and small-town communities. • Grange Hall, 38794 Morning Star Road N.E., Albany 6:30 p.m. potluck, followed by business meeting at 7:30 p.m. (first Tuesday) Social night, fourth Saturday; call for time and location

Morning Star Grange No. 311 541-926-6758 or 541-926-3646 Email: dshdeck@aol.com

Optimists Club 541-730-0930

Family fraternal and community service

Supports local children's programs.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS • Sizzler Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway S.E., Albany Noon (Tuesday) Order of the Eastern Star Email: grattans@comcast.net www.oregonoes.org Society of the Masonic family that welcomes all Star members and Masons and their wives. • Masonic Hall, 431 First Ave. S.W., Albany Barzillai Chapter, 7:30 p.m. (fourth Tuesday, except June and December: first Friday) 541-757-3805 (Corvallis) • Masonic Hall, 306 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis St. Mary's Chapter, 7:30 p.m. (second Tuesday, September to June) (Lebanon) • Masonic Hall, 725 S. Second St. Marguerite Chapter, 7:30 p.m. (first Monday, October to June; second Monday, September) Order of the Moose 541-451-8039 Fraternal order with programs that encourage family participation involving sports, recreation and other activities. • Moose Lodge, 4070 Santiam Highway, Lebanon Organization meeting for enrollment of new candidates, 6 p.m. (first Thursday) Regional Order of the Moose meetings, 6 p.m. (first and second Thursday) Members meeting, 6:30 p.m. (first Saturday) Women's group meetings, 6:30 p.m. (second, third and fourth Wednesday) Bingo on Friday at 6:30 p.m.; breakfast on Sunday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oregon Council No. 2, Cryptic Masons (York Rite) 541-757-9034 or 541-752-2281 Fraternal body of Masons who have advanced beyond Royal Arch in York Rite; other Cryptic Masons welcome. • Corvallis Masonic Hall, 306 S.W. Madison Ave. 7:30 p.m. (third Monday, September to June) Royal Neighbors of America Camp No. 10748 541-367-5646 • Sweet Home Genealogy Library, 1223 Kalmia St. 11 a.m. (third Tuesday) Social Rebekah Lodge No. 73 541-929-2296

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Larry Schwab of Albany leans down to inspect a 1970 Cord Warrior while chatting with its owner, Charles Lamb of Keizer, during the Dare to Cruz car show at Timber-Linn Park. Fraternal branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. • 148 N. 13th St., Philomath 7:30 p.m. (second and fourth Wednesday, September to June) 7 p.m., bingo (second and fourth Saturdays)

Encourages the study of family history through mutual support and the exchange of information. • College United Methodist Church, 1123 Main St., Philomath 10 a.m. (second Saturday, September to June)

St. John's Masonic Lodge No. 17 541-926-0818 • Masonic Hall, 431 First Ave. S.W., Albany 7:30 p.m. (third Tuesday)

Benton County Historical Society 541-929-6230

Historical Albany Regional Museum 541-967-7122 Email: armuseum@peak.org www.armuseum.com Volunteers help operate nonprofit museum and collect, preserve and exhibit local historical objects at the museum. o Albany Regional Museum, 136 Lyon St. S. Board meetings, noon (first Tuesday) A mer i can Ros i e the Ri v eter A s s oci ati on 541-367-2269 or 541-791-9124 Email: blueskylle@q.com The members of the ARRA honor the women workers of the home front during World War II. Call for meeting times. B enton County G eneal ogi cal Soci ety 541-754-7623 Email: foxma@peak.org www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~orbentgs

Dedicated to the preservation of local history and material relating to the county's history and culture. Boston Mill Society 541-926-4680 Email: gr.harrison@comcast.net www.bostonmill.org Group working in partnership with Oregon State Parks to develop Thompson's Mills State Heritage Site as a living history museum and interpretive center. • Thompson's Mills, 32655 Boston Mill Drive, Shedd Call for meeting times. Children's Farm Home Archive and Historical Society Committee 541-758-5953 Email: cgalvin@trilliumfamily.org www.trilliumfamily.org Volunteer organization that catalogs and preserves the history of the Children's Farm Home. • Children's Farm Home Chapel, 4455 N.E. Highway 20, Corvallis 2011-12 OUR TOWN

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 1 p.m. (Tuesday) Corvallis Historic Auto Club 541-926-3972 For anyone interested in old autos. Meets irregularly; call for information. D aughter s of the A mer i can Rev ol uti on Promotes patriotic endeavors, historical preservation, education and scholarships. Also owns and operates five museums in Oregon. • Winema Chapter, Corvallis 541-745-7175 Email: carsally@gmail.com www.geocities.com/winema54 Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St., Corvallis (lounge) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (first Wednesday, September to May) • Linn Chapter, Albany 541-466-3282 or 541-928-9067 Alterra Villas at Courtyard, 1929 Grand Prairie Road S.E., Albany (second Tuesday, September to June) • Santiam Chapter, Lebanon 541-258-6666 Email: reppeto@oregonisonline.com Korner Kitchen, 940 S. Main St. 12:30 p.m. (fourth Wednesday) Lebanon Genealogical Society 541-928-8926 or 541-258-5062 www.usgennet.org/usa/or/town/lebanon • Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St. 12:30 p.m. (first Friday) Linn County Historical Society 541-926-4680 Email: gr.harrison@comcast.net Encourages the preservation of local, Linn County and Oregon history. Meetings are at Lakeside Center, Mennonite Village, Albany; call for details. Linn County Pioneer Association 541-466-5656 Email: LCPA1887@centurytel.net Hosts annual Linn County Pioneer Picnic 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. • Brownsville Library, 146 Spaulding Ave. 7 p.m. (third Tuesday, October, January to May) Linn Genealogical Society 541-791-1618 Email: linngensociety@lgsoregon.org query4lgs@lgsoregon.org 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Researches and shares genealogical and historical information and operates extensive historical and genealogical research room at the Albany Public Library. • Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E. 1 p.m. (first Saturday) Monteith Historical Society 541-928-0911 Dedicated to restoration and maintenance of Albany's first frame-built house by Monteith brothers. • Monteith House, 517 Second St. S.W., Albany 7 p.m. (second Monday) Scio Historical Society 503-394-2199 • Scio Depot Museum, 39004 N.E. First St. 7 p.m. (third Tuesday) • Open May to October from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Sweet Home Genealogical Society 541-367-5034 Email: shgs@centurytel.net Dedicated to family history research and maintaining genealogy library. Library materials available 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Tuesday/Wednesday/Saturday), 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Thursday and Friday) and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (fourth Tuesday). Annual workshop on the third weekend of March. Contact for information. • Sweet Home Genealogical Library, 1223 Kalmia St. 10 a.m. (third Saturday)

Hobbies Albany Duplicate Bridge Club 541-929-4052 • Albany First United Methodist Church, 1115 28th Ave. S.W. 1 p.m. (Monday/Thursday); 7 p.m. (Tuesday) Albany Fitwalkers Volkssport 541-926-7890 Email: pjwesterberg@comcast.net www.albanyfitwalkers.org Sponsors family-oriented, noncompetitive walking events focusing on health, recreation and fun. • Brookdale Villas Courtyard, Craft Room A, 1929 Grand Prairie Road S.E. 7 p.m. (second Wednesday); some summer meetings are replaced by walks; call for information. Albany Rose Society 541-928-3888 or 541-926-1773 • Alterra Villas at Courtyard, 1929 Grand

Prairie Road S.E. 7 p.m. (third Tuesday, alternate months from February to October) American Sewing Guild 503-364-7785 www.willamettevalleysewing.com • Corvallis Sew Enthused (second Saturday); call 541602-7161 for details. Beaver State Corvette Club 541-928-0875 www.beaverstatecorvetteclub.com Social club for Corvette owners. • Ciddici's Pizza, 133 Fifth Ave. S.E., Albany 6:30 p.m. (second Tuesday) Benton Bowmen 541-926-7346 or 541-753-3729 www.bentonbowmen.com 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. • Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 S.W. 53rd St., Corvallis 8 p.m. (Wednesday, December through March) Brownsville Stitchery 541-466-5961 A community of stitchers, handwork and quilting circles. Drop-ins welcome; no admission fees. • Brownsville Community Library, Kirk Room, 146 Spaulding Ave. 1 to 3 p.m. (Wednesday) Corvallis Coin Club http://www.oregoncoinclubs.org/clubs /corvallis.html Information on grading, pricing and storing world coins; free coins for juniors; coin auctions. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. 6:30 p.m. (first Monday) Corvallis Duplicate Bridge Club 208-596-2646 Email: artvosburg@comcast.net http://www.albanycorvallisbridgeclub.org Conducts weekly duplicate bridge games sanctioned by the American Contract Bridge League and weekly newcomer game; lessons available. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. 7 p.m. (Wednesday)

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Evening Garden Club 541-758-7634 Offers gardening programs and speakers, tours of gardens and specialty nurseries, grants for garden projects and a plant sale. • Agriculture/Life Science Building (Room 0012), Oregon State University 7 p.m. (first Monday, October to April) Corvallis Garden Club 541-753-8550 Promotes and encourages the art of gardening and study of horticulture. • 1 p.m. (second Thurs.), call for location Corvallis Historic Auto Club 541-757-3382 Encourages interest in classic cars, their preservation, restoration and related activities. • Consumers Power Inc., 6990 S.W. West Hills Rd., Corvallis 7 p.m. (fourth Mon.) Corvallis Horseshoe Club 541-758-4531 E-mail: kilgorel@aol.com Horseshoe pitching for fun and tournament play. • Avery Park (horseshoe courts), Corvallis 4 p.m. (Wed.) Corvallis Juggling and Unicycling Club 541-758-7246 www.onewheelwonders.com All ages and skill levels welcome; chaperones required for those under 15. Bring a helmet and sturdy shoes; all other equipment provided. All participants and spectators must have a signed waiver which can be found online. • Wilson Elementary School, 2710 N.W. Satinwood St. 7 to 8:30 p.m. (first and third Mondays) Corvallis New Horizons Band 541-754-6098 E-mail: ken.oefelein@gmail.com www.corvallisnewhorizonsband.com Concert band that welcomes all players of band instruments, from beginners to advanced. • Meets from 6:15-8 p.m. on Thursdays. Call for location information. Corvallis Rose Society 541-752-3755 www.corvallisrosesociety.org

Anyone who enjoys roses is welcome. Group sponsors an annual rose show in June and helps maintain Avery Park's Rose Garden. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave. 7:15 p.m. (third Thurs., September, November, January, March, May) Cor v al l i s Soci ety of Model Engi neer s 541-929-5881 An HO scale model railroad club open to model railroaders and rail fans of all scales. • 7155 Vandenburg, Adair Village 7 p.m. (Wed.) Enduring A's 541-926-3972 For people interested in the restoration and preservation of Model A Fords. • Albany Main Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. (first Wed.) Heart of the Valley Astronomers 541-766-6048 E-mail: mcgettis@peak.org www.hvaastronomy.com For those interested in learning, exploring and enjoying the night sky. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2607 N.W. Tyler Ave. 7 p.m. (first Thurs.) High Steppin' Country Dance Club 541-619-7381 or 541-926-1159 Email: hotcountry@comcast.net highsteppincountry.com

August, 1:30 p.m. Linn County Kennel Club 503-743-4252 E-mail: Sisie.shearer@centurytel.net or patwildman@hotmail.com http://linncounty-kc.tovik.com/lckc/ To further the advancement of all purebred dog breeds and educate the public through dog shows and obedience training. • Sizzler Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway S.E., Albany Club meetings, 7 p.m. (first Thurs.) Linn County Lamb and Wool Fair 503-551-1902 • ZCBJ Hall, 38704 N. Main St., Scio 7 p.m. (fourth Tues.) Linn County Master Gardeners 541-967-3871 ext. 2836 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/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 541-928-2064 A non-profit group that buys, sells and trades stamps with members and collectors. • Meets at 7 p.m. on second Thursday at Villa of Albany, 1929 Grand Prairie Road, Albany. Stamp shows on the first Sunday of December and the first Saturday of June at Comfort Inn Suites, 100 Opal Court, Albany.

Country dance club formed to encourage and promote country/western dancing in the Willamette Valley. • Dances at 7:30 p.m. at the Corvallis Elks Lodge, 1400 N.W. Ninth St. (third Saturday, except December on New Year's Eve.) • Meets first Monday of March, June, September and December. Call for time and place.

Marys Peak Orchid Society 541-929-2374 E-mail: dottie533@peak.org • Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St., Corvallis 7 p.m. (first Tues., except July)

Lebanon Square Circlers 541-451-3480 E-mail: baker@dswebnet.com

Marys River Quilt Guild 541-757-8060 http://marysriverquiltguild.org/

Square dancing is fun and a great experience. Lessons begin in September, no partner is required. • IOOF hall, 20 E. Ash Street 7:30 p.m. (first and third Saturdays except July and August)

Open to anyone interested in quilting. Monthly meetings feature speakers or small groups presenting quilt-related topics. • Benton County Historical Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath 7 p.m. (fourth Thurs.); preceded by 6:30 p.m. social time. Cost for non-members: $2.

Linn-Benton Organ Club 541-928-7379 For players or lovers of "pop" organ music. • Meets in members' homes the second Saturday of each month except July and

Men's Garden Club of Corvallis 541-231-7528 or 541-758-9190 kendalljohn@comcast.net Friendly sharing of information about garden2011-12 OUR TOWN

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS ing, both vegetable and ornamental. • New China Buffet, 1720 N.W. Ninth St. 6:30 p.m. (first Mon.) Mid-Valley Bicycle Club 541-967-8199 or 541-752-6588 www.mvbc.com Recreational club that emphasizes road rides and bicycle tours. Short and long road rides start at the Circle Boulevard Beanery in Corvallis every Sat. at 8 a.m. (May through September) or 9 a.m. (October through April). Mid-Willamette Amateur Radio Club 541-753-8410 Informal gathering of "hams" to share common interests. • Yaquina Bay Restaurant, 325 Airport Road S.E., Albany 9 a.m. (second Sat.) Mid-Willamette Fly Fishers 541-754-7953 Sponsors family outings, education and events. • First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth St., Corvallis 7:30 p.m. (second Tues.) Northwest Steelheaders E-mail: albany@nwsteelheaders.org • Albany Senior Center, 489 Water Ave. W. 7 p.m. (first Wed., September to June) Old Ore gon West Shooting Society 541-259-2774 or 541-270-2896 www.oowss.com or www.sass.net Organization to preserve and promote the sport of cowboy action shooting. Participants adopt shooting alias, wear costumes from the 1800s and shoot competitively with periodcorrect guns. • Albany Rifle and Pistol Club north range, two miles east of Shedd on Boston Mill Road Club shoots, 10 a.m. (third Sun. and fourth Sat.); visitors welcome. Oregon Creative Dolls Collectors E-mail: kilgorel@aol.com Collectors of antique to modern dolls, clothes and accessories. Must have a collection of at least 10 dolls. Member of United Federation of Doll Clubs. Meeting dates and locations vary. Oregon Equestrian Trails - Mid-Valley Chapter 541-929-2344 www.oregonequestriantrails.org (click on chapter, then Mid-Valley) Statewide nonprofit organization established 2011-12 OUR TOWN

in 1970 for the development and maintenance of horse camps and trails in Oregon. • Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant, 901 Pacific Blvd. S.E., Albany 7 p.m. (second Wed.); preceded by no-host dinner at 6 p.m. Oregon Good Sams Clubs Recreational vehicle and camping clubs with chapters throughout the Willamette Valley. Albany 541-928-2013 First United Methodist Church, 1115 28th Ave. S.W. Willamette Sams, 7 p.m. (second Wed.) Lebanon 541-367-5032 or 541-451-2631 Odd Fellows Hall, 20 Ash St. Santiam Sams, 6 p.m. (third Tues., Nov. to March) Rol l i n' O l di es Car Cl ub of L ebanon 541-451-1105 E-mail: geneandwilma@centurytel.net www.rollinoldies.org Club for owners of classic American-made cars produced before 1974. No four-wheel drive trucks. • American Legion Hall, 480 S. Main St., Lebanon 7 p.m. (first Tues.) Santiam Scrappers Quilt Guild 541-259-1336 santiamscrappers.wordpress.com Promotes interest in quilting history and technique while nurturing friendships and growing service opportunities. • Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St. 7 p.m. (first Tues.)

1 p.m. (third Mon. except for Aug.) Call and confirm meetings. Valley Viewfinders Camera Club www.valleyviewfinders.org • Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E. 7 to 9 p.m. (second and fourth Thursdays Sept. to June) Willamette African Violet Society 541-926-8116 Email: ccnofziger@comcast.net To educate and promote growing violets. Sharing starts and successes and failures. • Noon, last Saturday (Sept. through June), 1500 Mayview Dr., Albany. Bring your lunch. W i l l a m ette A l p aca B r ee der s A s s oc i ati on 503-606-9070 info@et-farms.com www.alpacas-waba.org For farms and breeders within one hour of Albany and Corvallis. • Ray's Food Place (community room), 621 N.W. Hickory St. 6:30 p.m. (second Thurs.) Willamette Valley Region of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America 541-258-3988 www.wvrvcca.org or E-mail: freddj@centurytel.net Local club of the international organization of Chevrolet enthusiasts. • Korner Kitchen Restaurant, 940 S. Main, Lebanon 8:30 a.m. (second Sat.)

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Santiam Spokes Inc 541-967-3295 www.santiamspokes.org • Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway Meetings, 7 p.m. (first Thurs.) Rides, 9 a.m. every Sat. (plus other times during dry months) and 10 a.m. every Wed.

Albany Writer's Network 541-928-8501

Stampers Unlimited 541-738-8437 or 541-758-7246

Corvallis Senior Center Creative Writing 541-766-6959 E-mail: senior.center@ci.corvallis.or.us

Club for people interested in rubber stamping. • Corvallis-Benton Chamber Coalition, 420 N.W. Second St. 6:30 p.m. (second Mon.) Sweet Home Garden Club 541-367-4764 • First Lutheran Church, First Ave, Sweet Home

Read, listen and give feedback on each others prose and poetry, fact and fiction, suggest outlets. Meets fourth Wed. (except November and December), 7 p.m. at Ray's Market, 621 Hickory St. N.W., Albany in the meeting room.

Participants choose their own subject and writing style and class critiques the work. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. 10 a.m. (Fri.) S w e e t H o m e S i n g i n g C h r i s t m as T r e e (541) 367-4639 Email: sgolson@comcast.net

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS A community choir of singers ages 12 through 90 that present a yearly Christmas concert. o Rehearsals: Alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Sept. 6 (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.) at Sweet Home High School, 1641 Long Street, in the choir room. o Performances: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 2; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3; and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, at Sweet Home High School

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

Parenting Albany Area Moms Club 541-981-2694 erin@frugia.com Offers support and play opportunities to moms and children in Corvallis, Albany and Lebanon. Call or email for calendar events and more information.

Politics Benton County Democrats 541-752-4848 E-mail: bcdems@bcdems.net www.bcdems.net • Benton County Democratic Central Committee — organization of precinct committee persons. Grace Lutheran Church, 435 N.W. 21st St., Corvallis 7 p.m. (third Thurs.) Benton County Republicans 541-754-9155 Email: hq@bentongop.org Website: www.bentongop.org As Republicans, we believe in constitutionally limited government, a strong national defense, free markets, low taxes, accountability and that prosperity comes from the private sector. Meetings: First Thursday. Benton County Republican Women 541-754-9155 or 541-745-5374 Email: hq@bentongop.org http://bentonrw.blogspot.com/ Promotes political education, community involvement, women's effectiveness, election of Republican candidates and increased Republican voter registration.

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o 1760 S.W. Third St., Corvallis.

University 7 p.m. (Wed.)

Citizens for Global Solutions 541-758-3221 Email: boboz@peak.org www.globalsolutions.org

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Corvallis chapter of a national organization dedicated to supporting international cooperative solutions to global problems. Meets second Saturday. Call for time and location. L eague of Women Voter s of Cor v al l i s 541-757-2276 http://lwv.corvallis.or.us Encourages informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Meets monthly, usually at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 N.W. Monroe Ave.; call for details. Linn County Republican Party 541-979-5395 Email: chair.linn.republicans@gmail.com http://linncountyrepublicanparty.org All Republicans are invited to attend the monthly meetings at 6 p.m. second Thursday (social time starts at 5:30 p.m.) at Pop's Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. S.E., Albany. Linn County Republican Women 541-928-7745 E-mail: cloakley@juno.com To promote Republican principals, encourage candidate and government responsibility. Meets third Wednesday; 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pop's Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. S.E., Albany. National Association of Retired Federal E m p l o y e e s ( N A R F E ) , B e n t o n- L i n n C h a p t e r 541-758-6842 Represents the interests of retired and current federal employees at the national and state levels. • Sizzler Family Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Highway S.E., Albany Noon (second Thurs., September to June) Oregon Federation of College Republicans 503-522-1104 E-mail: oregoncr@gmail.com http://or.collegerepublicans.org Corvallis-based organization with 15 chapters across the state engaged in grassroots political campaigns and community involvement. Weekly meetings during academic year offer speakers and programs focused on public policy and patriotism. • Memorial Union at Oregon State

American Association of University Women 541-745-5109 kathryn.burt@comcast.net or kwebbowen@aol.com Advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Open to men and women who hold at least an associate or equivalent, baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college or university. Membership social, Oct. 2, 10 a.m., Brookdale Villas Courtyard, 1929 Grand Prairie Rd. S.E., Albany. Branch meetings will be announced. Delta Kappa Gamma Society International A professional honor society for top women educators • Corvallis 541-929-2790 Call for meeting info. • Albany 541-929-2790 E-mail: eomdahlhall@aol.com www.detalkappagama.net Begins Aug. 25. Pot luck the third week of each month, call for details. International Association of Administrative Professionals — W i l l a m e t t e C h a p t e r E-mail: jyonemur@samhealth.org or linwakefield69@hotmail.com www.orgsites.com/or/iaapwillamette Provides an environment that inspires, educates and networks office professionals to instill confidence and promote excellence. • Meets on second Thurs. E-mail for place and time. Oregon Retired Educators Association, LinnBenton Counties Unit 18 541-928-2036 www.oreaweb.com Teachers, administrators, classified staff, board members and volunteers interested in education welcome. Meets third Tuesday (September through April); call for details. P.E.E.R.S. 541-760-5691 E-mail: info@corvallispeers.org www.corvallispeers.org Professional education enhancement referral support by and for women in business and entrepreneurs. Established in 1988. Meets Thursdays, 7:30 a.m.; call for location. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Service Albany Optimists 541-928-0951 albanyoptimist@gmail.com Fellowship supporting character-building programs and positive attitudes in youth of the community. • Sizzler Restaurant, 2148 Santiam Hwy. S.E. Noon (Tues.) • Annual Veteran's Day Breakfast, West Albany High School 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11 Assi st ance League 541-757-1978 info@alcorvallis.org Provides clothing and hygiene kits to schoolage 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. International organization of communityminded persons, working to improve the community and the world through service, with a focus on literacy and children. Albany 541-990-1948 nddburk78@comcast.net Spring Hill Country Club, 155 N.W. Country Club Lane 6 p.m. (second Wednesday) Corvallis 541-754-9639 altrusacorvallis@yahoo.com www.altrusa.org/oregon/corvallis.html o Corvallis Country Club, 1850 S.W. Whiteside Drive Noon (first and third Wednesdays) Beta Sigma Phi-Chi Chapter 541-752-7624 www.betasigmaphi.org Women's social, cultural and service organization. Contact Alicia Jacob at 541-752-7624 or e-mail: Jacob@peak.org. Build Lebanon Trails 541-409-1302 www.lebanontrails.com Community service organization in Lebanon working with the community to develop paved trails. The goals are to build 50 miles of paved multi-use trails within the urban growth boundary of Lebanon. See website for more information on hikes. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Christmas Storybook Land 541-766-8072 www.christmasstorybookland.org Non-profit organization looking for volunteers to help with all aspects, from set-up to greeting guests to tear down. Opens to the public Dec. 2 to Dec. 16. Hours: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Corvallis-Gondar Sister Cities Association http://sistercities.corvallis.or.us/gondar Strives to improve the quality of life for citizens of Gondar, Ethiopia, by developing sustainable solutions to local community challenges. Recent projects include the installation of new blackboards in schools, a student letter exchange, donations of computers and the completion of an engineering assessment of needed improvements to the Gondar drinking water system. Corvallis-Uzhhorod Sister Cities Association 541-754-1745 http://sistercities.corvallis.or.us/uzhhorod Promotes links with Corvallis' "sister" city of Uzhhorod, Ukraine. Recent activities include shipping donated medical materials, sharing medical training and other business, professional and student exchanges. Corvallis Jaycees, Corvallis Junior Chamber of Commerce 541-758-1301 orstjcpres06@aol.com The organization of choice for young people ages 18 to 40, providing direction and leadership to our communities and the nation. • Avery House Nature Center, 1200 S.W. Avery Park Lane 7 p.m. (first Thursdays) Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. 541-259-4778 ptastitcher@centurytel.net oregongoodsam.com Give2TheTroops 541-971-2671 Scrary@give2thetroops.org www.give2thetroops.org Supports the physical, moral and spiritual health of America's armed forces in combat zones around the work through letters and packages prepared and shipped by caring volunteers. • 2300 Ferry St. S.E. Suite 3, Albany, just off of Queen Ave. Center is open from 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday. Monthly packing parties, various

service events and fundraisers. Historic Carousel & Museum 541-791-3340 503 First Ave. W., Albany albanycarousel@gmail.com www.albanycarousel.com A volunteer community effort creating a world-class carousel in Historic Downtown Albany using time-honored techniques of carving and construction. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and open until 9 p.m. on Wednesdays, or by appointment. Inter national O r der of the Rainbow for G i r l s , St. Mar y ' s No. 1 6 Cor v al l i s 541-753-2830 Masonic youth service organization for young girls ages 11 to 20. Kiwanis Club Worldwide community service organization dedicated to making communities a better place to live through service to youth and seniors. Albany 541-928-8221 or 541-926-6015 • Elmer's Restaurant, 2802 Santiam Highway S.E. Takena Kiwanis Club, 6:45 a.m. (Tues.) • Pop's Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. S.E. Albany Club, noon (Thurs.) Corvallis 541-754-0388 (Sunrisers Club) 541-752-4522, 908-3992 (Weekly Club) 541-754-9626 (Western Hills) www.kiwaniscorvallis.org • Osborn Aquatic Center (conference room), 1940 N.W. Highland Drive Sunrisers Club, 7 a.m. (Thurs.) • Elks Lodge, 1400 N.W. Ninth St. Weekly Club, noon (Wed.) Lebanon • Bing's Kitchen, 2416 S. Santiam Highway Lebanon Club, noon (Tues.) Sweet Home • Sweet Home Senior Center, 880 18th Ave. Sweet Home Club, noon (Wed.) 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. East Albany EVRO1387@hotmail.com www.lionsclubs.org • Pop's Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. S.E. East Albany Lions Club, 6:30 p.m. (second and

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS fourth Tuesdays, September to June) Corvallis 541-753-3131 or eljorgensen@yahoo.com (Corvallis) 541-928-9174 (Mid-Valley) www.corvallislions.org • Papa's Pizza, 1030 S.W. Third St. Corvallis Lions Club, noon (Thurs.) • New China Buffet, 1720 N.W. Ninth St. Mid-Valley Lions Club, 6:15 p.m. (first Wed.) Lebanon 541-258-8833 www.lionsclub.org • Big Town Hero, 11 E. Ash St. Lebanon Lions Club, noon (Wednesdays) Philomath Twright48@comcast.net • Benton County Historical Museum Annex, 1101 Main St. Noon (Wed.) Madison Avenue Task Force 541-754-6506 info@madisonavenuetaskforce.com www.madisonavenuetaskforce.org Group seeks to enhance the pedestrian connection between OSU and downtown Corvallis along Madison Avenue. • First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth St., Corvallis 4 p.m. (first Tues., except August) Mar y Pow er s Gui l d 541-758-5953 cgalvin@trilliumfamily.org www.trilliumfamily.org Volunteer group that supports the Children's Farm Home through community awareness and fundraising. • Children's Farm Home Chapel, 4455 N.E. Highway 20, Corvallis, 10:30 a.m. (third Thurs.) OSU Folk Club jccook@comcast.net http://oregonstate.edu/groups/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 N.W. Second St., Corvallis www.orst.edu/groups/osufolk/ Consigned/donated clothing, household items and more. Proceeds fund Oregon State University scholarships and community grants. Quilts from Caring Hands 541-758-8161

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mail@quiltsfromcaringhands.com www.quiltsfromcaringhands.com Makes and donates cheerful quilts to children at risk in the Benton-Linn-Marion county area. 144 N.W. Second St., Corvallis 1495 N.W. 20th St., Corvallis, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Wed.) Rebounders Booster Club erin.entwistle@oregonstate.edu 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, fundraising, community outreach and events (October through May) related to the basketball schedule. Oregon Mid-Valley Road Race (541) 753-5555 Email: ormidvalleyrr@gmail.com www.omroadrace.org Fun and fitness before feasting! Benefits Lions and Albany Area Habitat for Humanity service projects. 144 N.W. Second St., Corvallis • Thanksgiving day (8 a.m. North Albany Village Plaza) 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 541-981-8228 http://clubs.district5110.org/albany/index.html o Pop's Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd., S.E. Noon (Tues.) Corvallis 541-750-7075 (Morning Rotary) 541-754-7327 (Rotary Club of Corvallis) 541-768-6129 (After 5 Club) 541-754-7102 (Greater Corvallis Rotary Club) • Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 N.W. Highland Drive. Rotary Club of Corvallis Morning, 7 a.m. (Wed.) • Corvallis Country Club, 1850 S.W. Whiteside Drive Rotary Club of Corvallis, noon (Thurs.) Greater Corvallis Rotary Club, noon (Fri.) • Renaissance Building, 136 S.W. Washington Ave. Rotary Club of Corvallis After 5, 5:15 p.m. (Tues.) Lebanon 541-791-2142 www.rotary.org

• Bing's Kitchen, 2416 Main St. Noon (Wed.) Society of Women Engineers, Willamette Valley Section http://wvs-swe.engineeringedu.com Non-profit educational and service organization that provides development programs, networking opportunities, scholarships, outreach and more. No regular meetings, see website for upcoming member meetings and events. Soroptimist International Worldwide classified service organization for women meeting community needs through financial and/or volunteer assistance. Albany 541-926-3305 • Springhill Country Club, 155 N.W. Country Club Lane Noon (first and third Tuesdays, September to May) Corvallis 541-753-3211 emasterlk@msn.com • Corvallis Country Club, 1850 S.W. Whiteside Drive 6 p.m. (second Wed., September to June) Zonta Club of Corvallis 541-231-4445 www.zontacorvallis.org Local and international service organization dedicated to advancing the status of women worldwide through service, advocacy, local scholarships, awards to local agencies, "Z" clubs in high schools. • Adair Clubhouse, 6097 N.E. Ebony Lane, Adair Village 11:45 a.m. (first Tues.)

Social A Company of Women 541-753-4897 or 541-752-6758 Women's Bible fellowship. 7 p.m. (fourth Mon.), call for location Albany Christian Women's Club 541-926-7288 (reservations) Fellowship open to all women with monthly meetings featuring special themes, guest speakers, music and brunch. Cost: $11. • Spring Hill Country Club, 155 Country Club Lane N.W. 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. (second Wed.) Albany United Methodist Women 541-928-3505 2011-12 OUR TOWN

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Organizes fundraisers to benefit local missions including a holiday bazaar and crafts and baked goods at Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. • First United Methodist Church, 1115 28th Ave. S.W. Albany Circle, 9:30 a.m. (first Wed., except June, July and August) Alpine Community Center 541-847-6028 evelee@peak.org www.alpinecommunity.net A wide variety of programs to strengthen and unite the community through arts, education and economic development. American Association of University Women kathryn.burt@comcast.net kwebbbowen@aol.com 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. Membership social will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, at Brookdale Villas Courtyard, 1929 Grand Prairie Road S.E., Albany. All other branch meetings to be announced. Corvallis-Albany Lavender Womyn 541-929-7435 Corvallislavenderwomynsubscribe@yahoogroups.com http://groups.yahoo.com/group/corvallislavenderwomyn/ News, support, and social events for lesbian and bisexual women in Linn and Benton Counties. Meets first Friday; join list serv for details. Corvallis Newcomers Club 541-754-0392 newcomers_1@lycos.com www.gpvillage.com/corvallisnewcomersclub Provides an opportunity for meeting others socially and for participating in community and service projects. Luncheon meetings on second Thursday. Friendship Force of Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley fforegon@comcast.net http://fforegon.org Promotes global understanding across barriers that separate people through home hospitality-based travel. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Dean Butts serves pancakes during the East Albany Lions Club Lumberjack Breakfast along with members, from left, Whit Whitley, Linnie Townlin, Alex Dunn and Doug Reiner at Timber Linn Park in Albany. Mid-Valley Singles 541-928-6275 or 541-754-8182

Willamette Sams 541-928-3751

Social club for singles over 35 brimming with interaction and support. Activities include potlucks, camping, dinners and more.

A club for RV owners who enjoy camping on weekends from March through November. Also meet at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Albany United Methodist Church, 1115 28th Ave. S.W.

Military O fficers Club of Corvallis 541-758-6842 detweij@peak.org

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Fosters fraternal relations among current, former and retired officers of the uniformed services. Protects the interests of uniformed service personnel. • Corvallis Country Club, 1850 S.W. Whiteside Drive 6 p.m. (third Wed., except November and December)

Bal d Hi l l Wal ker s 541-766-6959

Scio Senior Citizen's Club 503-394-2211 (leave message)

First Mondays Chess with Pizza Albany Public Library 2450 14th Ave. S.E. 541-917-7591 youthservices@cityofalbany.net

Meet other seniors in Scio for games, cards, fellowship and outings. • 10:30 a.m. Scio Senior Center, 38957 N.W. First Ave. (Second Friday) Women in the Wind, Northern Women Chapter 541-924-2453 witwnw@yahoo.com http://freewebs.com/witw-nw Local chapter of national organization dedicated to uniting women motorcyclists and promoting a positive image. Monthly meetings and rides on second Saturday.

Walks are about 2 miles long. Meet at the parking lot near the pedestrian crossing on 53rd Street near the Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 N.W. 53rd Street in Corvallis, 8 a.m. Tuesdays.

Chess for everyone from beginners to experts from 6 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of each Month (second Monday if the first is a holiday.) Free pizza and pop provided. Heart of the Valley Runners and Walkers 541-754-0441 mallonbehrens@msn.com www.hotvrunners.com Supports runners and walkers in their fitness and performance goals.

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS • Benton County Fairgrounds (south gravel parking lot), 110 S.W. 53rd Ave., Corvallis 5:45 a.m. (Thurs.) • Corvallis High School (track), 1400 N.W. Buchanan Ave. 5:45 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. (Wed.)

American Legion Post 51 members Jerry Patton, Dennis Williams and Robert Beall, all of Lebanon, burn a few of the nearly three dozen old or damaged flags that were brought to the post for proper disposal during observance of Flag Day.

Marysville Ladies Club 541-753-3421 Golfing club for ladies to meet new people and take up the game. Beginners and all skill levels welcome. • Marysville Golf Course, 2020 Allen St. S.W., Corvallis 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (Thurs., May to September)

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Veterans American Legion Marys River Post No. 100 541-929-5374 Supports service and community projects of American Legion veterans. • Philomath Odd Fellows Hall, 148 N. 13th St. 7 p.m. (first Wed.) American Legion Post No. 10 541-926-0127 Offers help for veterans in need; Honor Guard offers military rites. • Albany Legion Hall, (a new hall was under construction at the Legion’s traditional address of 1215 Pacific Blvd. S.E. as of this printing. The Legion’s temporary home is in downtown Albany at 129 First Ave. N.W.) Post meetings, 7 p.m. (second and fourth Mondays) Public bingo, 1:30 p.m. (Sun.) and 6 p.m. (Thursdays) All-you-can-eat breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m. (Saturdays) $5 Non-profit flea market, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Saturdays) A mer i can L egi on, Santi am Pos t No. 5 1 541-451-1351 Serves veterans and their families, children, youth and the community. Open to honorably discharged war veterans. • Lebanon Legion Hall, 480 S. Main St. 7 p.m. (third Tues., September to June) AMVETS American Veterans supporting veterans, widows and their children, active in community service. Albany 541-924-9085 • VFW Hall, 1469 Timber St. S.E, Post 15 meetings and auxiliary, 6 p.m. (first

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Wed.) Sweet Home 541-367-4435 • VFW Hall, 850 Main St. Post 13 meetings, 7 p.m. (second Tues.) Corvallis American Legion Post 11 541-753-4149 kempees@comcast.net Organization of veterans who served during wars and conflicts. National Guard Armory, 1100 N.W. Kings Blvd., Corvallis; 7:30 p.m. (second Mon., Sept. through June) Disabled Americ an Veterans Willamette Chapter No. 17 and Auxiliary 541-259-5593 www.dav.org Gives aid and support to hospitalized and disabled veterans and their families. • VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St. S.E., Albany Noon (second Tues.)

Pen youth essay competition; and helps with community Christmas basket program. • VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St. S.E., Albany 7 p.m. (third Wed.) Veterans for Peace, Chapter 132 info@vfpcorvallis.org www.vfpcorvallis.org Dedicated to raising awareness of the costs of war and seeking peaceful, effective alternatives. • Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, 2945 N.W. Circle Blvd. 6:30 p.m. (fourth Mon.) Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 585 541-401-4639 Olson891@comcast.net A non-profit organization promoting the camaraderie, welfare, health and knowledge for the Vietnam-era veteran • Lebanon American Legion Post 51, 480 Main St. 10 a.m. (first Sun.)

Veter ans Commemorati on A s soci ation 541-981-2390 E-mail: albanyveteransdayparade@gmail.com Organizers of Albany's Veterans Day Parade, Veteran's of the Year banquet and memorial service. Group meets 6 p.m. (first Thurs.) at Albany VFW Post 584, 1469 Timber St., S.E. • Veteran's Day Parade (11 a.m. Nov. 11, downtown Albany) Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 584 Linn Post No. 584 and Auxiliary 541-928-7925 vetstuff@comcast.net Offers help for hospitalized and needy veterans and their families; sponsors high school Voice of Democracy scholarship and Patriots 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Leisure Activities Calendar of Events

he following list of events during the rest of 2011 and into 2012 is by no means an exhaustive one of all the lectures, special events and entertainment available to residents of the mid-Willamette Valley. Be sure to check the weekly Entertainer that appears Friday's in the Albany DemocratHerald and Corvallis Gazette-Times newspapers and in free newsstands around the city, as well as daily calendars in both newspapers, for up-to-date information. NOTE: Performances by groups and organizations listed under "Music" and "Theater" later in this section are not repeated in this calendar.

October 2011 8 — Nov. 4 Day of the Dead community altars exhibit, The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis. 12 — Around Oregon Annual exhibit Brown Bag Art Talk, noon, The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis. Information: www.theartscenter.net. Reception for the event will be the next day, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13. 21 — "The Magic Barrel, A Reading to Fight Hunger," 7 p.m., at the Corvallis High School Main Stage Theatre, 1400 N.W. Buchanan Ave., Corvallis. Information: 541-207-2405 or www.magicbarrel.org, also on Facebook. 22 — "The Galleria," 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road, Corvallis. A unique shopping experience featuring beautifully handcrafted gifts and gourmet packaged foods. Sponsored by Assistance League of Corvallis. Info: 541-757-1978, info@alcorvallis.org or www.alcorvallis.org

November 2011 8 — Nov. 4 Day of the Dead community altars exhibit, The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7 — Festival of the Guilds exhibit opening, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis. 11 — Veterans Day Parade in Downtown Albany. 25 — "Portals" exhibit opening, 5:30 to 8 p.m., The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Motorists take on the course at the 2011 Mudfest near Sweet Home, which is held in March. Corvallis.

December 2011 2 — "Winter's Eve Corvallis," 5 to 10 p.m., downtown Corvallis. Holiday celebration featuring retail discounts, gourmet foods, silent auction and more. Sponsored by Assistance League of Corvallis. Info: 541-757-1978, info@alcorvallis.org, or www.alcorvallis.org 2-3 — 31st Annual Holiday Marketplace, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Memorial Union Ballroom, Oregon State University. Hand crafted items, Fine Art Specialty foods and Live Entertainment. Oregon talent showcased. Info: 541-737-2937, or http://mu.oregonstate .edu/craftcenter/holiday-marketplace

Honor Those Who Have Died in the Last Year," 5:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth St., Corvallis. (Just before the Festival of Lights). Sponsored by Benton Hospice Service. Info: 541-757-9616, bhs@benton hospice.org or www.bentonhospice.org 11 — Annual Christmas Parlour Tour of Historic Homes in Historic Albany, 2 to 7 p.m. Featuring the parlors of several historic homes, decorated for the Christmas season, along with churches and museums. Trolly and horse-drawn wagon rides will be available. Info: 541-928-0911, www.albanyvisitors.com, info@albanyvisitors.com

2-4 — Sweet Home Singing Christmas Tree, concerts at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 and 3; and at 3 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Sweet Home High School Auditorium, 1641 Long St., Sweet Home. Info: 541-367-4639 or sgolson@comcast.net. Group is also on Facebook. 3-17 — Christmas Storybook Land, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Volunteers are also needed to help with setup, teardown and fundraising. Info: 541-928-4578, trisha_pimm@hotmail.com 6 — "Service of Remembrance: An Evening to

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January 2012 21 — The Arts Center Howland Community Open, noon to 4 p.m., community members invited to bring in work to be displayed at The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis. Info: www.theartscenter.net or 541-754-1551.

May 2012 6 — Spring Garden Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., The Arts Center Plaza, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Central Park, Corvallis. Plant sale with annuals, perennials, garden art, food and music. Also: Master Gardener plant clinic and demonstrations. Info: 541-754-6506, info@madisonavenuetaskforce.org and madisonavenuetaskforce.org.

June 2012 Tuesdays — (beginning mid-June) Corvallis Community Band concerts, 8 p.m., Central Park Gazebo, Eighth Street and Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. Free. Info: 541-745-5843, 541-752-6036; www.c-cband.org 15-24 — Chintimini Chamber Music Festival, various times and locations in Corvallis. Info: www.chintimini.org May 31-June 3 — Lebanon Strawberry Festival, Cheadle Lake Regional Park, Lebanon. Info: www.lebanonstrawberry festival.info

July 2012 Mondays — "Mondays at Monteith" concerts, 7 p.m., Monteith Riverpark, 489 Water St. N.W., Albany. Info: 541-917-7777, www. cityofalbany.net/parks/mondays Tuesdays — Corvallis Community Band concerts, 8 p.m., Central Park Gazebo, Eighth Street and Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. Free. Info: 541-745-5843, 541-752-6036; www. c-cband.org Thursdays — "River Rhythms" concert series, 7 p.m., Monteith Riverpark. 489 Water St. N.W., Albany. Free concerts featuring big names from a wide range of musical styles. Preconcert art activities for kids, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Albany Senior Center, 489 Water Ave. N.W. 541-917-7777. Info: www.riverrhythms .org 3-4 — Red, White and Blue Festival, Riverfront Park, downtown Corvallis. Arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, food, children's activities, 5K fun run/walk, the "All-

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Lady Andrea Montomery demonstrates riding techniques during the jousting tournament at the 2011 Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire. American Anyone-Can-Join Fabulous Fantastic 4th of July Parade" and fireworks. Free. Info: 541-754-6624 or www.downtown corvallis.org 7 — Philomath Classic Car Show and Cruise, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce. Info: 541-9292454, www.philomathchamber.org 12-15 — Philomath Frolic and Rodeo. Info: 541-929-2611 or 541-929-2454, pfr@casco.net, www.philomathrodeo.org 19-22 — Linn County Fair, 3700 Knox Butte Road E., Albany. Showcase of agriculture, crafts, business, 4-H and FFA, plus a carnival, entertainment and food Info: 541-926-4314 and www.linncountyfair.com 20-22 — da Vinci Days, Oregon State University Lower Campus and various locations around Corvallis. Info: 541-757-6363 or www.davincidays.org 20-22 — Jefferson Mint Fesitval and Oregon Frog Jump, Jefferson. Info: www.mint festival.com 27-29 — Oregon Jamboree, Sweet Home. Info: 541-367-8909 or www.oregonjamboree .com 28 — 35th annual Historic Home Tour, Albany, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, contact the Albany Visitors Association, 541-928-0911, www.albanyvisitors.com, or at albanytour@gmail.com.

August 2012 Mondays — "Mondays at Monteith" concerts, 7 p.m., Monteith Riverpark, 489 Water St. N.W., Albany. Free. Info: 541-917-7777; www.cityofalbany.net/parks/mondays Tuesdays — Corvallis Community Band concerts, 8 p.m., Central Park Gazebo, Eighth Street and Monroe Avenue, Corvallis. Free. 541-745-5843, 541-752-6036; www.c-cband.org Every other Wednesday — Hilltop Big Band concerts, 8 p.m., Central Park Gazebo, Eight Street and Madison Avenue, Corvallis. Information: www.hilltopbigband.com Thursdays — "River Rhythms" concert series, 7 p.m., Monteith Riverpark. 489 Water St. N.W., Albany. Free concerts featuring big names from a wide range of musical styles. Preconcert art activities for kids, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Albany Senior Center, 489 Water Ave. N.W. 541-917-7777 or www.riverrhythms.org 1-4 — Benton County Fair & Rodeo, 110 S.W. 53rd St., Corvallis. Animal and open class exhibits, rodeo, carnival, tractor pull, national and local entertainment. Info: 541-766-6521 or www.bentoncountyfair.net 17-19 — Willamette Country Music Festival, Brownsville. Info: 541-345-9263 or www.willamettecountrymusicfestival.com 24-26 — Northwest Art and Air Festival, 2011-12 OUR TOWN

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Albany. Info: 541-928-0911 or www.cityof albany.net/parks/nwaaf/

September 2012 8-9 — Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Kings Valley Highway at Grant Road. Info: 541-929-4897 or www.shrewfaire.com 8 — Rhapsody in the Vineyard, Downtown Wine Walk. Sponsored by the Downtown Corvallis Association. Info: 541-754-6624 or visit www.downtowncorvallis.org 15 — Heart of the Valley Homebrewers' Septembeerfest, Corvallis. Info: http://www.hotv.org/ 22-23 — Corvallis Fall Festival, Central Park, Corvallis. Annual event features more than 170 artists, continuous music, wine tasting courtyard, children's activities and performance, fine arts showcase show in library, food and beverages. Info: 541-752-9655 or corvallisfallfestival.org

Dancing

hether you like ballet, salsa dancing, ballroom dancing, belly dancing or oldfashioned square dancing, there are plenty of opportunities throughout the mid-Willamette Valley to join others with the same interest. In the weekly entertainment guide, The Entertainer, published Fridays 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. Albany Senior Dance 541-926-6622 Weekly dance with live music and refreshments; admission costs $3. • Albany Eagles Lodge, 127 Broadalbin N.W., Albany 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

108 N.W. Second St., Corvallis corvallisacademyofballet.com Founded in 1995, the Corvallis Academy of Ballet offers solid ballet training in the Russian Method. Instructors included owner, Megan Skinner, Irina Vassileni-Uralsky and Matthew Averill. Corvallis Belly Dance Performance Guild 541-754-4941 www.corvallisbellydance.org Guild members do not have to dance to be a member. Credits are available for Oregon State University and Linn-Benton Community College students. Guild meets monthly at The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis, and hosts weekly performances from 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, at Old World Deli, 341 S.W. Second St., Corvallis. Corvallis Squares Club 541-250-0250 www.corvallissquares.com 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. Admission is $4.50 for dancers, free for spectators. • First Congregational Church, 4515 West Hills Road, Corvallis. Dances, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on second and fourth Saturdays; Square dancing lessons 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays

Owned by Heather Hill, Legacy Ballet offers ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, tap and yoga training for ages three through adult. Pacific Tap Dance Company 541-928-2382 nmtraina@comcast.net Promoting tap dance in the Willamette Valley since 1989. Classes and performances begin in September. Regional School of Ballet 541-758-8203 120 S.W. Third St., Corvallis. regionalschoolofballet.wordpress.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, Ms Svoboda purchased the Corvallis School of Ballet in 1987,

Dancers gather to enjoy live music, refreshments and special theme nights; admission $4. • Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 7 to 9:30 p.m. (first three Fridays of each month) Hoolyeh Folkdancers 541-753-7638 www.hoolyeh.com A local dance group that dates back to the 1960s. International folkdancing for all ages. Reunion dance held in mid-April.

Mainstream square dances with easy level rounds; admission costs $4. • Albany Oddfellows Hall, 738 Fifth Ave. S.E., Albany 7:30 p.m. pre-rounds, 8 to 10 p.m. dance (first and fifth Fridays, September to May)

Lebanon Square Circlers 541-409-2128 www.squarecirclers.org

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Legacy Ballet 541-791-9078 104 Main St. S.E., Albany www.legacyballet.com or legacyballet@q.com

Friday Night Dancers 541-766-6959

Albany Timber Twirlers 541-926-0280 or 541-967-4031 www.angelfire.com/sd2/timbertwirlers

Corvallis Academy of Ballet 541-758-0180

welcomes couples, singles and family groups. Lessons begin every September.

The Lebanon Square Circlers, the second oldest square dance club in Oregon, dancing since 1949. Dances are held at 7:30 p.m. every first and third Saturday night at the Odd Fellows Hall, 20 E. Ash St., Lebanon. The club

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Dancers from the Cascade Performing Arts Center get ready to preform during the Lebanon Tree lighting Ceremony. From left are Annabelle Wells, Addison Davis and Eva Phillips. renaming it The Regional School of Ballet. The company teaches beginner to advanced dance classes and has hosts an annual production of "The Nutcracker."

â&#x20AC;˘ 7:30 p.m. plus session; 8 p.m. mainstream dance (second and fourth Saturdays, September to June) at Oak Heights School, 605 Elm St., Sweet Home. 7 p.m. lessons, starting Monday in September

at Sweet Home Charter School, 28721 Liberty Road, Sweet Home. First three lessons free, $5 for adults and $4 for teens after that. Max lesson fee: $12 per family.

Rumbanana Cuban Salsa Group rumbanana@gmail.com or www.rumbanana.org or www.latinxnight.com or Facebook Rumbanana promotes Cuban Salsa music and dance in Oregon by hosting dances and several levels of salsa classes throughout the year. The group hosts regular classes for at Impulse Bar & Grill, 1425 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Sweet Home Squarenaders 541-367-4151 http://squarenaders.org/

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LEISURE ACTIVITIES Willamette Apprentice Ballet 541-231-6367 www.willametteapprenticeballet.com WAB is a Corvallis-based nonprofit student ballet company and the performing branch of Corvallis Academy of Ballet. Directed by Megan Skinner.

Libraries Albany Public Library 2450 14th Ave. S.E. (Main Library) 302 Ferry St. S.W. (Carnegie Library) 541-917-7580 (main) library.cityofalbany.net Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Mon.-Wed.), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Thurs./Fri.), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sat.), and 1 to 5 p.m. (Sun.) at the Main Library; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) at the Carnegie Library. 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. To get a library card: Services and borrower cards are free to Albany residents with proof of residency. Those living outside the city limits must pay an annual non-resident fee of $50 per household. Brownsville Community Library 146 Spaulding Ave., Brownsville 541-466-5454 Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Tues./Wed./Fri.), 1 p.m to 7 p.m., (Thurs.) and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Sat.). 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 newly organized genealogy/history room. Computer stations are used by students and Internet surfers. Summer reading program. Story time every Friday at 11 a.m. To get a library card: Free to city residents with proof of residency. Non-residents pay an annual fee of $15 per family or $7.50 for sen2011-12 OUR TOWN

iors 65 and older. Fridays are the best day to do genealogy research, because of the knowledgeable volunteers that day. Cor v al l i s - B enton County Publ i c L i br ar y 645 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis 541-766-6926 www.thebestlibrary.net Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Fri. and Sat.) Closed Sunday. The Corvallis library system boasts an annual circulation of about 1.5 million items including books, periodicals, books on tape, videos, video games, DVDs, CDs and electronic information sources. A bookmobile travels regularly throughout rural Benton County to visit residents who would otherwise 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 many 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 special activities for ages up to 18. Six self-checkout stations allow patrons to check out their own items, useful for those in a hurry. To get a library card: Anyone who resides, works, or goes to school in Benton County may get a free library card upon showing verification of address and a picture ID. Others may purchase a card for $75. BENTON COUNTY LIBRARY BRANCHES Philomath Community Library 1050 Applegate St., Philomath 541-929-3016 Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon./Thurs.-Sat.) and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Tues./Wed.). A l s e a C o m m u n it y L i b r a r y 19192 Highway 34, Alsea 541-487-5061 Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Mon./Wed./Sat.) and 2 to 8 p.m. (Tues./Thurs.). Monroe Community Library 668 Commercial St., Monroe 541-847-5174 Open 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (Mon.), 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Tues./Thurs.), 3 to 8 p.m. (Wed.) and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sat.). Jefferson Public Library 128 N. Main St., Jefferson 541-327-3826 www.jefferson.plinkit.org

Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Tues.-Thurs.) and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sat.). The library is located in the historic Jacob Conser House and offers books, magazines, videos, DVDs, cassette tapes and books on cassette and CD. 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 between the member libraries. The main Web site for CCRLS is www.ccrls.org. To get a library card: Everyone who lives within the Jefferson city limits can receive a free library card upon showing two pieces of identification that show their address; one must be a picture ID. Children under 16 must have a parent's permission to get a card. Non-residents can check out one item at a time for free or they may 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. Lebanon Public Library 55 Academy Street, Lebanon 541-258-4926 www.lebanon.plinkit.org Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Mon./ Thurs.) and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Fri./Sat.). Nearly 45,000 items are available to Lebanon residents at the city library including a collection of large-print books, magazines, newspapers, videos, DVDs and books on tape and on CD. Patrons can also access the Internet and do word processing at the library's computer stations. Story times for toddlers and preschoolers are offered weekly, as is a summer reading program for children in preschool through high school and for adults. People can renew their books, check to see if a book is available and put items on hold through the library's online system at www.lebanon.plinkit.org. To get a library card: Proof of residency must be shown to get a free library card. Those living outside the city pay $50 for a family per year, $40 for seniors and $15 for a child card, which includes all children in the family but is good only for the children's book section. L i nn- B enton Communi ty Col l ege L i br ar y 6500 S.W. Pacific Blvd., Albany 541-917-4638, 541-917-4645 (reference desk) E-mail: libref@linnbenton.edu http://www.linnbenton.edu/go/library Open 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.) and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Fri.). Summer hours are 9

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First-graders in Amy Brodericks class at Liberty Elementary School in Albany made “Cat in the Hat” top hats to mark the birthday of children’s auther Dr. Suess. 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, who sponsor 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. To get a library card: 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. Harrisburg Public Library 354 Smith St., Harrisburg 541-995-6949 ci.harrisburg.or.us Open 3 to 8:30 p.m. (Mon.), noon to 6 p.m. (Tues.-Thurs.) and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Fri.). Also open on the first and third Saturday of each month from 2 to 6 p.m. 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 special reading events and speakers. To get a library card: Library cards are available to residents within city limits. Rural residents pay $20.

Scio Public Library 38957 N.W. First Ave., Scio 503-394-3342 www.scio.plinkit.org Open 1 to 8 p.m. on Monday; 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. (Tues. - Fri.), and 1 to 4 p.m. (Sat.). Scio's city library has a circulation of about 12,000 books, videos, DVD's and audio books. 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. To get a library card: Library cards are available to Scio residents with proof of residency. Adult users living outside the city limits pay $30. Children's cards for those in eighth grade or younger are free. Teens pay $5.

Museums Albany

Albany Regional Museum 136 Lyon St. S. 541-967-7122 armuseum@peak.org www.armuseum.com Open noon to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) and 10 a.m.to 2 p.m. (Sat.), and to school groups and tours by appointment. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

LEISURE ACTIVITIES 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 work space for research. Admission is free; donations accepted. Monteith House 518 Second Ave. S.W. 541-928-0911 www.monteithhouse.com Open noon to 4 p.m. (Wednesday through Sunday, mid-June to mid-September) and by appointment. This is the town's oldest frame building, built in 1849 by Albany's founders, Walter and Thomas Monteith. It is said to be the most authentically restored pioneer home in Oregon and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Admission is by donation. Historic Carousel & Museum 503 First Ave. W. 541-791-3340 albanycarousel@gmail.com www.albanycarousel.com Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, or by appointment. Watch as community volunteers hand carve figures for the carousel. The museum houses several antique carousel pieces, most donated by the Dentzel family.

Brownsville Linn County Historical Museum 101 Park Ave. 541-466-3390 E-mail: lchm@centurytel.net http://www.co.linn.or.us/parks/museums/historymuseum.html Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.) and 1 to 5 p.m. (Sun.). The Moyer House is open to tours only from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sat.) and 1 to 5 p.m. (Sun.); tours depart hourly from the historical museum. This museum features a 1909 Brush automobile, exhibits of pioneer and Native American life, tools and clothing; a genealogy section; and movie theater with a video collection including the 1986 movie "Stand By Me" filmed in Brownsville. One of the few remaining covered wagons that made it across the Oregon Trail is displayed: a wagon belonging to the William Drinkard family who came to Oregon in 1865 on a six-month journey from Missouri. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

Farmers and Artisans Markets Local farmers' markets offer much more than fresh, local produce for eight months out of the year - from mid-April to mid-November. The markets often feature live entertainment, cooking demonstrations or gardening workshops as well. SATURDAY • Albany Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Albany City Hall parking lot at Fourth Avenue and Ellsworth Street in Albany. Locally grown produce, flowers, nursery plants, honey, eggs, meats and baked goods. www.locallygrown.org • Corvallis Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Street and Jackson Avenue at the north end of Riverfront Park. Locally grown produce, flowers, nursery plants, honey, eggs, cheese, meats and baked goods. www.locallygrown.org • Corvallis Artisans Market, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., First Street and Monroe Avenue near the riverfront, Corvallis. Features works of local artists, food and more. Can also be found at an indoor location between Thanksgiving and Christmas. 541-752-ARTS (2787), www.corvallisartisansmarket.com. WEDNESDAY • Corvallis Farmers Market, 3 to 7 p.m., Second Street and B Avenue on the south downtown riverfront near the skateboard park, Corvallis. Locally grown produce, flowers, nursery plants, honey, eggs, meats and baked goods. THURSDAY • Lebanon Farmers Market, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the corner of Grant and Main streets, Lebanon. Markets run May to September. 541-451-5882, http://lebanondowntown.org. SUNDAY • Wren Community Market, noon to 4 p.m. (June-Sept.), Wren Community Hall, 35515 Kings Valley Highway, west of Philomath. Info: 541-929-3898

The 1881 Moyer House, around the corner at 204 N. Main St., is also a part of the museum. Admission for the museum is a suggested donation of $2. Tickets for the Moyer House can be purchased at the museum and cost $1 for ages 11 and under and $2 for ages 12 and up.

Harrisburg Harrisburg Area Museum 490 Smith St. 541-995-4844 harrisburgmuseum@rionetworks.com Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Tues./Thurs./Sat.) and other days by appointment. The museum includes an 1867 house that contains many antiques and memorabilia from the area, including two steam tractors, a 1923 Star Touring car and a 1910 Overland Touring car. Other buildings house a collection of pioneer era farm implements, antique tools and machinery that show what it took to make a living in the early years of Oregon's history. There is also a collection of models by the late Bruce Witmer, including a farmstead, the Crater Lake Lodge and Noah's ark. Admission is free, but a donation is suggested.

Independence Heritage Museum 112 S. Third St. 503-838-4989 E-mail: orheritage@minetfiber.com www.orheritage.org Open 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Tours can be scheduled by appointment, and programs are offered a few times per year. The museum holds a large collection of artifacts, photos and memorabilia from the 1950 Oregon Cavalcade, plus an impressive military exhibit. Admission is free. There is no wheelchair access at the present time.

Monmouth Jensen Arctic Museum Western Oregon University 590 W. Church St. 503-838-8468 E-mail: arctic@wou.edu www.wou.edu/arctic Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Wed.-Sat.); closed on federal holidays. This is the only museum on the West Coast dedicated wholly to informing and educating

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Monroe South B enton Communi ti es H i s tor i cal Association Museum 140 S. Fifth St. 541-847-5288 Open 1 to 4 p.m. (Wed.) and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the last Saturday of the month. Monroe, Alpine, Bellfountain, Irish Bend and other communities are featured in this museum that opened in the fall 2002. Its exhibits include artifacts from pioneer days, a military display and the history of more than 400 veterans, including photos of 300 of them, 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. Admission is free; donations accepted.

Newport Oregon Coast History Center 545 S.W. Ninth St. 541-265-7509 E-mail: coasthistory@newportnet.com oregoncoasthistory.org Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Tuesday-Saturday); log cabin museum open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. The site offers a look at Native American, maritime and coastal settlement history, including a log cabin museum, an 1895 Victorian home museum, research library and two museum stores. Admission is by donation.

Philomath Benton County Historical Museum 1101 Main St. 541-929-6230 E-mail: info@bentoncountymuseum.org www.bentoncountymuseum.org Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Tues.-Sat.) The museum occupies a historic Georgian-

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Congressman Peter DeFazio climbs aboard a dragon while taking a tour at the Brass Ring Carousel Studio in Albany. style 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 appointment only) to help students, writers and other researchers. A small museum store

specializes in books on Oregon history, genealogy and local history. Admission is by voluntary donation.

Scio Sci o Depot Museum 39004 N.E. First St. 503-394-2199 Open 1 to 4 p.m. (Sat./Sun., May to October) 2011-12 OUR TOWN

LEISURE ACTIVITIES or by appointment. 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. Admission is free.

Shedd Shedd Museum 29990 First St. 541-369-2310 gr.harrison@comcast.net Open by appointment. 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. Admission is by voluntary donation.

Sweet Home East Linn Museum 746 Long St. 541-367-4580 info.sweethomechamber.org Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.), 1 to 4 p.m. (Sun.), appointments encouraged. 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 that later became a church. There are completely furnished turn-of-the-century rooms, including a kitchen, parlor and bedroom. Logging equipment from the same era is also on display. Admission is by voluntary donation.

Toledo Toledo Historical Museum Toledo City Hall on Main Street 541-336-2247 coasthistory@newportnet.com Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Thu.) Founded in 1984, this collection of early sawmill, logging and railroad memorabilia reflects the region's timber industry over the years. The museum is managed by the Lincoln County Historical Society in Newport. Admission is free. Toledo History Center 208 S. Main St. 541-336-1203 toledohistory@gmail.com. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Open from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, 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.

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Yaquina Pacific Railroad Historical Society 100 N.W. A St. 541-336-5256 www.yaquinapacificrr.org/

Chamber Music Corvallis is in its 53rd concert season. Tickets are $120 for six, $110 for five concerts or $60 for three. Individual concert tickets are $25 at the door, or $22 if purchased in advance from Grass Roots Books & Music in Corvallis or ordered by telephone at 541-757-0902. Season tickets may be purchased at the door, by calling 541-757-0902, or by emailing carolw@peak.org. Admission is free for K-12 students and OSU students with ID. Tickets are $10 for other students and OSU student spouses, and $10 for parents with students. All concerts are at 7:30 p.m. at the LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 2011-2012 Season Oct. 6: Falla Guitar Trio. Nov. 3: Cuarteto Casals. Jan. 19: The Jupiter Quartet. Feb. 21: The Ma'alot. April 12: Daedalus Quartet. May 17: Triple Helix Piano Trio.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday for this museum housed by a collection of rail cars.

Waldport Waldport Heritage Museum 320 N.E. Grant St. 541-563-7092 waldportmuseum@peak.org Open noon to 4 p.m. (Wed.-Fri.), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sat./Sun.) or by appointment. 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. Admission is free; donations accepted.

Chamber Music Corvallis 541-738-0442 www.chambermusiccorvallis.org

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LEISURE ACTIVITIES www.chintimini.org Each year, Chintimini Chamber Music sponsors two weeks of chamber music concerts, built around classical musicians who grew up in the Willamette Valley and now have performing careers. Concerts are 7:30 pm; most are at First Congregational Church, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road, Corvallis. In addition there are free appearances at the Farmers' Market and musically illustrated story programs for children at Oregon public libraries, including the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Ask for a season brochure by phone or e-mail (see above.) 2012 Season Generations (heritages biological & musical) June 15: J.S. Bach and Sons, with chamber orchestra June 19: A commissioned premiere June 22: Repertoire, TBA. June 24: Repertoire, TBA. June 26: 4 Seasons each, Vivaldi & Piazzolla; chamber orchestra. Corvallis Community Band 541-745-5843 matthes@proaxis.com www.c-cband.org 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 541-753-7660 j.converse@comcast.net http://corvalliscommunitychoir.us A fun-loving, no-audition group that welcomes everyone, regardless of music experience. The choir occasionally performs at community events and retirement homes. Rehearsals are from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 N.W. Circle Blvd. Registration is $50 a term. Cor v al l i s F i r s t Pr es by ter i an Chur ch and Community Choir 541-753-2228 church@1stpres.org www.1stpres.org

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People gather to sing Christmas carols around the community tree in Corvallis’ Central Park.

Interested musicians in the community join together to present two choir and orchestra performances during the year. Corvallis Folklore Society (CFS) www.cfs.peak.org Local club that presents folk music concerts throughout the year and hosts contra dances on first and third Saturdays. Corvallis New Horizons Band 541-754-6098 sharon@gracewinds.com www.corvallisnewhorizonsband.org New Horizons is an adult band that welcomes and instructs players at all levels who enjoy making music together. The concert band meets from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. Thursdays year round. Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra 541-758-6822 symphony@cosusymphony.org, www.cosusymphony.org or www.facebook.com/symphony105 Experience the 106th season of the CorvallisOSU Symphony Orchestra. The nearly 80member orchestra directed by Dr. Marlan Carlson of the OSU Department of Music, features professional musicians as well as com-

munity members and OSU students. At least 35 of the orchestra's musicians teach some type of music in our community. Choral music is often a part of the concert season. Since 1906, the orchestra has been a leader in the musical life of the mid-Willamette Valley. With community members performing alongside OSU faculty and students — and listening together in the audience — our concerts provide a shared musical experience that's unique and fulfilling. The 2011-12 season will offer Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3, Brahms' double concerto for violin and cello, the Bach double concerto for violin and oboe, and the Mahler symphony No. 2. There will be a family-oriented Harry Potter-themed concert on Oct. 30, called Halloween with Harry, to which people are invited to wear costumes. There is a pops concert on March 9 (those two are not included in the five-concert season ticket package). Tickets: $15, $25, $30. Oregon State University students are admitted for free with their ID card. Up to three K-12 students are admitted for free with an adult ticket holder while seats last. Tickets for reserved seating available at Gracewinds Music and Grass Roots Books & Music in Corvallis, and online. The right side of the auditorium at the Austin Auditorium at the LaSells Stewart Center will be general admission this year. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Corvallis Repertory Singers 541-753-2106 dcaldwell26@comcast.net www.repsing.org Corvallis Repertory Singers is a professionallevel, mixed-voice ensemble under the direction of Steven M. Zielke, head of choral activities at Oregon State University. The singers are drawn together by their passion for sharing high quality choral music with music lovers in the central Willamette Valley. 2011-2012 Season Oct. 23: Ramirez Misa Criolla, Allaway Heaven and Earth: Mass on the Celtic Journey, 3 p.m. Dec. 17: Candlelight & Carols, with Handel "Messiah" Part I, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29: Corvallis Repertory Chamber Singers: Lauridsen, Brahms, Dvorรกk "In Nature's Realm," 3 p.m. March 22-24: Curtain Up! - scenes from musicals, time TBA. Cor v al l i s Youth Sy mphony A s s oci ati on 541-766-4903 cysassoc@peak.org www.cysassoc.org The nonprofit Corvallis Youth Symphony Association provides beginning strings education and performance opportunities for youth and teens in grades 3-12. The association sponsors three separate orchestras: Elementary strings for fourth and fifth graders, Corvallis Junior Symphony for students with more experience and the Corvallis Youth Symphony for advanced students. Sign ups, auditions and concerts are held throughout the year for students in the midWillamette Valley. H ear t of the Val l ey Chi l dr en' s Choi r 260 S.W. Madison, Suite 101, Corvallis 541-738-7888 choir@peak.org www.hvcchoir.com Now in its 28th year, the Heart of the Valley Children's Choir consists of five active choirs involving more than 300 singers ages 8 to 18 from throughout the mid-Willamette Valley including Corvallis, Philomath, Albany and Tangent. The choir provides choral performance opportunities locally and abroad. Jubilate! The Women's Choir of Corvallis jubilate@comcast.net http://jubilatechoir.org Jubilate! a community choir open to all women singers, sings music of all styles and genres with a strong spiritual, feminist and lesbian focus. The choir meets 7:15 to 9 p.m. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Arlene Lopes dances with Tracy McKnight, left, as Jeannie Watts clapps to the music and Doug Hiddleson dances with Chelsey Martin-Petty, 4, at the opening night of the River Rhythms concert Series at Monteith Riverpark in Albany.

on Mondays (September through June) at First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave. in Corvallis, and performs concerts for the community throughout the year. Linn-Benton Opera Guild 541-757-8949 miner@exchangenet.net Linnbenton.edu/arts and communication division/performing arts/linn-benton opera guild Linn Benton Opera Guild offers previews of and chartered coach transportation to each production in the Portland Opera season. Preview meetings are held the Monday prior to opening night at 7:30 p.m. in 303 Benton Hall, Oregon State University. The chartered coach transportation is for the Saturday performance, with pick-up points in Corvallis, Albany and Salem. 2011-2012 Season Nov. 12: "The Marriage of Figaro." Feb. 11: "Madame Butterfly." April 7: "Candide." May 19: "The Spanish Hour" and "The Bewitched Child" MusiCafe Rock School 541-738-ROCK lisalynla@hotmail.com

www.rockschoolstar.com Performance-based music school offering private lessons, rock band classes, summer camps, choir and live concerts for children and teens. Pro Musica Corvallis 541-758-7661 penelopewolff@promusicacorvallis.org www.promusicacorvallis.org An amateur string orchestra for adults meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings at 1940 N.W. Brownly Heights Drive, Corvallis. OSU Department of Music 541-737-4061 http://oregonstate.edu/cla/music/ The Oregon State University Department of Music hosts public concerts by a variety of vocal and instrumental performance ensembles throughout the year. The department, in conjunction with the Memorial Union and the Associated Students of Oregon State University, also hosts the free "brown bag" concert series, Music a la Carte, in the Memorial Union Lounge, at noon, most Thursdays while school is in session. Check the OSU web calendar at http://calendar.oregonstate.edu or the music department web-

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LEISURE ACTIVITIES site for detailed event listings. Oregon State University Summer Session Concerts An eight week series of folk and rock music from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday from midJune to mid-August on the brick mall next to the Memorial Union. http://people.oregon state.edu/~thiesr/OSUnoonConcerts.html Second Saturdays Benefit Concer t Ser i es - F or a B etter Wor l d E-mail: newlin@peak.org www.alt2war.org Sunnyside Up Café, 116 N.W. Third Street, Corvallis Benefit concerts for organizations/groups working to promote peace and justice in the world. Every second Saturday Sept. through May (No concert in Dec.), 6-8 p.m. Steinway Piano Series 541-752-2361 Steinway@peak.org A concert series presented by Corvallis-OSU Piano International. All concerts are at 4 p.m. on Sundays at LaSells Stewart Center, Oregon State University. 2010-2011 Season Nov. 7: Martina Filjak Feb. 20: Stephen Beus April 10: Ryo Yanagitani Sweet Home Singing Christmas Tree 541-367-4639 sgolson@comcast.net Also on Facebook A community choir of singers aged 12 through 90 that presents a free holiday program in December. Rehearsals are Monday and Thursday evenings at Sweet Home High School, 1641 Long St. The 2011 concerts will be at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2-3 and at 3 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Sweet Home High School Auditorium. Willamette Valle y Concert Band http://wvcband.org This group is comprised of volunteer musicians high school age and older from throughout the valley. The band plays several concerts a year and is open to musicians with high school level or better experience. Students are encouraged to join only with the recommendation of their school band director. Rehearsals are at 7:30 p.m. on second and fourth Thursdays of the month in Albany. Optional sectionals also meet on the first and third Thursday. Wi l l amette Val l ey Communi ty O r ches tr a 541-829-3932

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Action during the 2011 meeting between Oregon State University and the University of Oregon. wvcommunityorchestra@gmail.com www.wvcommunityorchestra.com The Willamette Valley Community Orchestra is a community-based, volunteer symphony orchestra comprised of professional, semiprofessional, avocational, and student musicians from throughout Oregon's Willamette Valley. The WVCO's season features premieres of new works as well as old favorites. The Young at Heart Singers 541-745-5949 tinybubbles3@comcast.net This senior volunteer group performs at local assisted living centers, nursing homes and retirement facilities. Rehearsals are 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave., Corvallis.

Spectator Sports

pectator sports in the mid-valley are at an all-time high, thanks to the successful athletic programs at Oregon State University in Corvallis and the University of Oregon in Eugene, the area's high school programs and local American Legion baseball team. OSU and Oregon are members of the Pacific12 Conference, which bills itself "The Conference of Champions" because it has

won more national titles than any other. But the two major colleges 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, Corvallis, Crescent Valley, West Albany, South 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 and Jefferson are 3A schools, and Monroe, East Linn Christian, Central Linn and Scio 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 advanced to five of the past six state tournaments — winning the title in 2009 — and finished third in the 2003 World Series in Bartlesville, Okla. Richey's plays all of its home games at Hansen Stadium at Taylor Field, next to Corvallis High on Buchanan Avenue. The Corvallis Knights took up residency in 2011-12 OUR TOWN

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Corvallis in 2007. The Knights are members of the West Coast League. The team is made up of college players and uses 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 two minor-league baseball teams within an hour's drive of Corvallis and Albany. The Eugene Emeralds and Salem-Keizer Volcanoes 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 (541-258-8503). The closest horse racing track is Portland Meadows in Portland. Annual events include the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo and the Sportsman's Holiday and Sweet Home Rodeo in July. Here is a look at some various spectator sports within a short drive of Corvallis and Albany: Gazette-Times

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 seven bowl games in the past 10 seasons. OSU is now coached by former Corvallis High standout Mike Riley. OSU men's basketball is under the direction of fourth-year coach Craig Robinson. Robinson previously coached at Brown for two years before taking the OSU job. The Beavers are perennially strong in the socalled non-revenue or Olympic sports, with top-25 rankings typically in women's gymnastics, wrestling, softball and men's and women's golf. The Beavers baseball team became the first team in 10 years to repeat as national champions in 2007. OSU's football success is leading to a building explosion. A new softball stadium was recently completed; an indoor practice facility for football, baseball, soccer and softball was completed in September 2001; lights were added to Goss Stadium in April 2002 and to Lorenz Field in July 2006; the Prothro Field practice area was renovated in 2003, and a $93 million renovation/expansion of Reser Stadium in 2005 resulted in a brand-new east grandstand that increased capacity to about 43,000 from just more than 35,000. A new Sports Performance Center opened in May of 2008. For ticket information, call 1-800-GO-BEAVS. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

The Corvallis Knights call Goss Stadium on the Oregon State University campus home.

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) and Fiesta (2002) bowls and the national championship game (2011), and regularly sells out Autzen Stadium. The Ducks play six home games this season. Men's and women's basketball opened a new facility, Matt Knight Arena, this season, bringing an end to games at McArthur Court. Eugene bills itself as the "Track Capital of the World" and is known for its large crowds for meets at Hayward Field. The Oregon women finished second and the men third at the NCAA Championships at Hayward Field in June and the school will again host the championships in 2013 and 2014. The baseball and softball programs both advanced to NCAA regionals in 2010.

Eugene Emeralds & 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 of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Eugene. For ticket information, call 541-342-5367 or go to www.go-ems.com for more information. 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 for more information.

Cinema • Darkside Cinema, 215 S.W. Fourth St., Corvallis. Locally-owned, independent art house movie-theater, open every night. 541752-4161, paul@darksidecinema.com or www.darksidecinema.com • Pix Theatre, 321 Second Ave. S.W., Albany. Locally-owned theater serving wine, beer and pizza. Adults only at evening showtimes. 541926-PIXX or www.albanypix.com • Regal Ninth Street 4, 1750 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis. • Regal Albany 7, 1350 S.E. Waverly Drive, Albany. • Carmike Cinema 12, 750 N.E. Circle Blvd., Corvallis.

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LEISURE ACTIVITIES www.adventuresinacting.com This youth theater group holds auditions in late April for a camp the last two weeks of June at the Ashbrook Independent School Theater. Albany Civic Theatre 111 First Ave. S.W. 541-928-4603 www.albanycivic.org ACT is one of the oldest continuously operating community theaters in the Pacific Northwest, offering a year-round schedule of comedy, drama and musicals. Performance times are 8 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. Admission prices for plays are $11 general and $8 for those over 60 and under 18. Admission prices for musicals are $13 and $10. Tickets are sold at the door or in advance at Sid Stevens Jewelers in Albany or Rice's Pharmacy in Corvallis. Season ticket packages are also available. Season ticket holders get a substantial discount from single-seat prices and first choice on seats, five days before they go on sale to the general public. Season passes - good for admission to all regular-season shows - cost $102 for general audiences and $75 for those younger than 18 or 60 and older. Season Samplers - good for admission to any five regular-season shows, including the musical - cost $51 and $38. ACT is open to anyone interested in becoming involved in theater, both behind the scenes and on stage. Bard in the Quad 541-737-2784 http://oregonstate.edu/bardinthequad OSU's Bard in the Quad series, presented "Romeo & Juliet" in 2006, "Much Ado About Nothing" in 2007, "A Midsummer Night's Dream" in 2008, "Twelfth Night" in 2009 and "MacBeth" in 2010 outside on the quad at Oregon State University. The 2011 production was 'As You Like It.' Performances are usually the first part of August and are open to the public. Corvallis Community Theater 115 S.W. Second St. (at the Majestic Theatre) 541-738-6097 www.corvalliscommunitytheatre.org Corvallis Community Theater is in its 49th year of producing live theater. CCT is always open to people wishing to become involved in all areas of production. Ticket prices vary by show; call 541-738-7469 for details and for show times.

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A trio of suitors attempt to woo the fair Bianca during a scene from "Taming of the Shrew" within the play "Kiss Me Kate," staged by Corvallis Community Theatre at the Majestic Theatre. Corvallis High School Drama Department, Corvallis School District Theatres 541-757-3820 1400 N.W. Buchanan Ave. (includes a main stage and black box theatre) www.corvallistheaters.com

Agamemnon May 10-12, May 17-19: 7:30 pm May 13: 2 p.m. Majestic Theatre Management 541-753-0284 or 541-766-7827 www.majestic.org

Corvallis Russian Troupe 541-753-6829 or 541-737-3964 Vreneli Farber: Vreneli.farber@gmail.com Svetlana Erofeeva: serofeev@coas.oregonstate.edu

Majestic Theatre Education at the Majestic Theatre, 115 S.W. Second St., Corvallis. MTM stages several high-level productions throughout the year including an outdoor play at Starker Arts Park.

This year marks the 16th annual stage production play, performed in Russian. Times and dates of performances, are normally set at the end of winter or spring terms, will to be announced. Call or email for information.

Oregon State University Theater 541-737-2853 angela.weeks@oregonstate.edu http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre

Linn-Benton Community College Performing Arts Department 541-917-4561 www.linnbenton.edu/go/performing-arts The LBCC Performing Arts Department presents musical and theatrical performances at the Russell-Tripp Performance Center throughout the year. Located at Linn Benton Community College in Takena Hall. 2011-2012 Season A Christmas Carol Dec. 1-3, 8-10: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4: 2 p.m. Wiley and the Hairy Man Feb. 18th and 25th: 2 p.m.

Oregon State University Theater presents a mix of plays during the school year in OSU's Withycombe Hall Theater, corner of 30th Street and Campus Way. Curtain time for most performances is 7:30 p.m. Matinees are at 2 p.m. 2011-2012 Season Fall Term 2011 • A Christmas Carol: Dec. 1-3, Dec 8-10: 7:30 p.m. • Almost Maine: November 11-12, 17-18: 7:30 p.m.; November 20 at 2:00 p.m., Withycombe Hall Main Stage Winter Term 2012 • The Feeblemindedness of Woman: February 8-12 at 7:30 p.m., Withycombe Hall Main 2011-12 OUR TOWN

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Stage • The Sugar Wife: March 1-3 & 9-11 at 7:30 p.m., Withycombe Hall Lab Theatre Spring Term 2012 • The Magic Flute; April 21-22 & 27-29 at 7:30 p.m.; The Majestic Theatre (Second Street, Corvallis Oregon) • Student Directed One-Act Festival; May 1620 at 7:30 p.m., Withycombe Hall Main Stage Willamette Stage Company 541-368-7092 www.willamettestage.org Willamette Stage Company was founded in early 2007 by a group of theater artists and enthusiasts led by artistic director Robert Delk Hirsh, a veteran professional actor and director. The group recognized the potential for a professional live theater company to augment and complement the many thriving mid-Willamette Valley performing arts groups. A nonprofit, private corporation, it is dedicated to creating provocative, professional live theatre experiences for local artists and audiences. In 2009, the STAGE U Actors Studio program was added to give actors at all levels workshop opportunities to hone their craft.

Visual Arts and More Art lovers and artists seeking fellowship can find plenty of inspiration in the midWillamette Valley. Albany Arts Commission Albany City Hall (Periwinkle Room), 333 Broadalbin S.W. 541-917-7777 www.cityofalbany.net/council/bcc/index.php? view=1 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 for youths ages 14 to 18 each spring.

to 5 p.m. (Tues.-Sat.) The Arts Center is dedicated to integrating the arts into community life through dynamic collaborations, innovative outreach programs, creative educational opportunities and diverse exhibitions and cultural events. The Arts Center is also designated as the Linn-Benton Arts Council and acts as a clearinghouse of information on the arts and advocates for arts funding at the state and local levels. Programs include Arts in Education, which places artists in residencies in schools, and ArtsCare, a program that brings the arts into health care environments in Linn and Benton counties. Community partners and collaborations include the Tcha Tee Man Wi Storytelling Festival, the Corvallis Fall Festival Fine Arts Exhibition, the Corvallis School District and da Vinci Days. The Arts Center hosts Globetrotters Day Trips arts and culture camp for children and the Between the Cracks Music Series. Dine for the Arts: Woodstock's Pizza, Aug. 4 Guided Madison Ave Alley Art Walk, Aug. 18 Dine for the Arts: Sybaris, Sep 1 Pre-Owned Art Sale, Sept. 16, 2011 - Sept. 17 Dine for the Arts: American Dream Pizza, Oct. 6.

541-737-2937 or craft.center@oregonstate.edu http://osumu.org/craft_center.html Open 1 to 10 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sat./Sun.). The Craft Center at Oregon State University offers well equipped studios and classes in the following areas: ceramics, glass, black and white photography, woodworking, fibers, pen and paper art and jewelry/metals. Membership is open to OSU students, faculty, staff and the general public. All levels are welcome from beginner to advanced. Classes are taught by skilled artists and craft persons, with an emphasis on quality small group instruction and individual attention. L i nn- B enton Communi ty Col l ege B enton Center 757 N.W. Polk Ave., Corvallis 541-757-8944 lin.olsen@linnbenton.edu www.linnbenton.edu/go/benton-center LBCC Benton Center offers hundreds of classes for life-long learners from all backgrounds. 2010-2011 events: Vistas and Vineyards 541-757-8060

da Vinci Days 541-757-6363 davinci@davinci-days.org www.davincidays.org www.facebook.com/davincidays Oregon's premier art and science festival at the Oregon State University lower campus, Central Park and various other Corvallis locations. O r egon State U ni v er s i ty Cr aft Center The main entrance is located on the ground level of MU East/Snell Hall, off Benton Way. Our Craft Center sign hangs above the entrance, go through the door in the center of the building and turn right.

The Arts Center 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis 541-754-1551 www.theartscenter.net The office is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), while the Gallery/ArtShop is open from noon 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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LEISURE ACTIVITIES Ttallis1@comcast.net http://vistasandvineyards.wordpress.com Vistas and Vineyards is a group of artists who enjoy painting "en plein air" at local sites in the mid-Willamette Valley and sharing their work with each other. The group has been active since 1989. Meets on Wednesdays mid-May through mid-October. Willamette Ceramics Guild http://willametteceramicsguild.org Willamette Valley PhotoArts Guild Madison Ave., Corvallis. 541-757-3415 info@photoartsguild.org http://photoartsguild.org An affiliated guild of the The Arts Center, dedicated to the support of fine art photography. Meetings are at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis.

Art Galleries ALBANY Albany Regional Museum, 136 Lyon St. S., 541-967-7122 or www.armuseum.com. Dentzel American Carousel Artists Studio and Museum, 503 First Ave. W. Information: www.albanybrassring.com. Monteith House Museum, 518 Second Ave. S.W., 541-928-0911 or http://albanyvisitors.com/historicalbany/museums/monteith-house/. North Santiam Hall and South Santiam Hall Galleries, 6500 Pacific Blvd., Linn-Benton Community College, 541-917-4237. CORVALLIS Art in the Valley, 209 S.W. Second St., 541752-0811, or http://artinthevalley.net/ The Arts Center, 700 S.W. Madison Ave., 541754-1551 or www.theartscenter.net Fairbanks Gallery, Fairbanks Hall, 220 S.W. 26th St., Oregon State University, 541-7375009 or http://oregonstate.edu/fairbanksgallery/Current_Exhibit_.html Giustina Gallery and Murdock Exhibit Area , LaSells Stewart Center, 875 S.W. 26th St., Oregon State University, 541-737-2402 or http://oregonstate.edu/lasells/ InSight Gallery, 414 N.W. Fourth St.,541-7531711, or http://www.insightgallery.com/ Maiah Creations Studio & Shoppe, 215 S.W. Fourth St., 753-4014 or www.maiahcreations.com Majestic Theatre Art Gallery, 115 S.W. Second St., 541-758-7827 or www.majestic.org

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Over 130 participants had fifteen minutes to create their entry Thursday afternoon during the 11th annual Chalk It Up Sidewalk Art Competition held in Corvallisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Central Park. Memorial Union Concourse Gallery, 2501 S.W. Jefferson Way, Oregon State University, 541737-2937 or craftcenter@oregonstate.edu or http://osumu.org/art.html Northwest Art Collection, Valley Library , Oregon State University, 541-737-3331or http://osulibrary.orst.edu/libraries_and_collections/art Pegasus Gallery and Frame Studio, 341 S.W. Second St., 541-757-0042 or www.pegasusartgallery.com The Fine Art Studio, 457 S.W. Butterfield Place, 541-758-6668. PHILOMATH Benton County Historical Museum, 1101 Main St., 541-929-6230 or www.bentoncountymuseum.org Gateway Gallery, 1233 Main St., 541-929-8448 or http://Gateway-Gallery.com I N OUTLYI NG AREAS 250 South Main Gallery, 250 S. Main St., Independence; 503-606-9717 or robworl@viser.net Aloha Photographic Studio and Gallery, 595 E. Ash St., Lebanon; 541-258-2089 or www.proaxis.com/~thayden Greenwood Gallery, 38711 Weirich Drive, Lebanon; 541-451-2160 Linn County Historical Museum, 101 Park St, Brownsville; 541-466-3390 or www.co.linn.or.us/museum

The Living Rock Studio, 911 W. Bishop Way, Highway 228, Brownsville; 541-466-5814 or www.pioneer.net/~mackey River Gallery, 184 S. Main St., Independence; Info: 503-838-6171 or http://www.river galleryart.com/

Microbrews and distilleries 2 Towns Ciderhouse, Eastgate Plaza, 3848 S.E. Eastgate Circle, Corvallis, 541-357-8301, http://2townsciderhouse.com 4 Spirits Distillery, 6040 N.E. Marcus Harris Ave., Adair Village, 541-760-0696, www.4spiritsdistillery.com Block 15, 300 S.W. Jefferson Ave., Corvallis, 541-758-2077, www.block15.com. Owned by Nick Arzner. Usually has at least 15 signature brews available at its downtown restaurant/brewpub. Calapooia Brewing Company, 140 Hill St. N.E., Albany, 541-928-1931, www.calapooiabrew ing.com. Owned by Mark Martin and Laura Bryngelson. Calapooia also owns Siletz Brewing Company. Flat Tail Brewery, 202 Southwest First St., Corvallis, 541-753-8533, flattailcorvallis.com. Established in 2010. A partnership of Corvallis restauranteers Tonya and Iain Duncan with 2011-12 OUR TOWN

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Laura Bryngelson and Mark Martin, owners of Calapooia Brewing Co. in Albany. Earned first place at the KLCC Microbrew Festival in Eugene for its Licentious Goat, a double India Pale Ale. Hard Times Distillery, 175 S. Fifth St., Monroe, 541-357-8808, www.hardtimesdistillery.com. Oregon Trail Brewery, 341 S.W. Second St., 541758-3527, www.oregontrailbrewing.com. Up and running since 1987. Located in the Old World Deli, which also serves all OT brews on tap. Heart of the Valley Homebrewers , www.hotv.org.

Wineries Airlie Winery, 15305 Dunn Forest Road, Monmouth, 503-838-6013, www.airliewinery.com. Owned by Mary Olson. Producing Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Marechal Foch, Riesling, etc. Belle Vallee Cellars, 151 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Benton-Lane Winery, 23924 Territorial Highway, Monroe, 541-847-5792. Owned by Steve and Carol Girad. Producing Pinot Noir. Broadley Vineyards, 25158 Orchard Tract Road, Monroe, 541-847-5934, www.broadleyvineyards.com. Producing Pinot Noir. Cardwell Hill Cellars, 24241 Cardwell Hill Drive, Philomath, 541-929-9463, www.card wellhillwine.com. Specializing in Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Pinot Gris. Emerson Vineyards , 11665 Airlie Road, Airlie, 503-838-0944, www.emersonvineyards.com. The vineyard focuses on Pinot Noir with smaller amounts of Viognier, Marechal Foch, Baco Noir, Leon Millot and Oberelin Noir. Harris Bridge Vineyard, 22937 Harris Road, Philomath, 541-929-3053, www.harris bridgevineyard.com. Nathan Warren and Amanda Sever’s winery specializes in producing premium Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir dessert wines. Lone Oak Winery, Monroe, off Coon Road, Monroe. Owned by Dave and Yvonne Miller. Producing Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir Rose and Pinot Blanc. Lumos Wine Company, 24000 Cardwell Hill Drive, Philomath, 929-3519, www.lumoswine.com. Lumos wines are made by husband and wife team Dai Crisp and PK McCoy who produce excellent Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer, and Chardonnay. Marks Ridge Winery, 29255 Berlin Road, 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Jake Howell of Monroe leaps from his horse to get a headlock on a young cow in the Steer Wrestling event during the Sweet Home Rodeo. Sweet Home, 541-367-3292, www.marksridge.com. Producing Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer and Riesling. Nuthatch Cellars, 8792 N.W. Chaparral Drive, Corvallis, 541-754-8483 or see www.nuthatchcellars.com. Owned and run by John Bacon and Jane Smith at their home. Producing lesser-known red wines. Pioneer Hopyard Vineyards, 225 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis. Spindrift Cellars, 810 Applegate St. Philomath, 541-929-6555, 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 N.W. Scenic Drive, Albany, 541-928-1009, www.springhillcellars.com. Producing Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. Tyee Wine Cellars, 26335 Greenberry Road, Corvallis, 541-753-8754, www.tyeewine.com. Tyee is located on the scenic Buchanan Family Century Farm and produces premium

estate grown certified salmon-safe wines. Viridian Wines/Olsen Family Vineyards, 8930 Suver Road, Monmouth, 888-344-2022, www.olsenvineyards.com. Wine Vault, 1301 Main Street, Philomath, 9298496, www.winevault.biz. The Wine Vault is the official tasting room for Pheasant Court Winery. It also sells wines from Marys Peak Winery.

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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 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 Democrat-Herald and provide even more resources for families.

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Portland Stagehand Brandon Hoguet braces for impact from a faux snowball thrown by Reece Parnenter of Albany Pack 355 at the 17th Annual Cub Scout Lock-In at the Linn Fair & Expo Center.

Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis 1112 N.W. Circle Blvd. 541-757-1909 www.bgccorvallis.org

Corvallis Parks and Recreation Department 1310 S.W. Avery Park Drive 541-766-6918 www.ci.corvallis.or.us

Office hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 to 5:45 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) During the school year, the club is open from 2:45-7 p.m. A free daily dinner is available to all members. Summer hours are 1 to 6 p.m. The 40,000-square-foot Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis features two separate gyms, an art center, games area, computer lab, audio mixing lab, teen center and study lounges for elementary, middle and high school age youth. The club offers team sports programs, summer camps, after-school licensed child care and clubhouse activities for children ages 6 to 18. The club offers STARS from 2:45-6 p.m. at most elementary schools; the Lincoln Lion's Den program from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Lincoln Elementary School and non-school day programs at the club. Summer Day Camp takes place June though September and includes snacks, lunch and field trips. Annual membership fee is $25. The membership year begins Sept. 1. Some activities require an extra fee.

Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), except holidays. Corvallis residents receive two catalogs in the mail during the year detailing the many fall/winter and spring/summer activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department for preschoolers through adults. 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.

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Philomath Youth Activities Club 421 S. 19th St. 541-929-4040 www.pyac.org Open 8 to 11 a.m. (Mon.-Fri.). The Youth Center is open 3 to 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) during the school year and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.Fri.) during the summer. The club's 6,000-square-foot building offers foosball, pool, air hockey, video game machines, a computer room, arts and crafts

and a snack area to Philomath students. The organization also sponsors a variety of recreational activities, sports teams, after-school programs, summer day camps and special teen activities. Fees vary by activity, but no child will be denied access to programs because of inability to pay. Financial assistance is available for program/registration costs.

LINN COUNTY Albany Parks and Recreation 333 Broadalbin St. S.W. 541-917-7777 www.cityofalbany.net Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) Residents receive a different catalog each quarter of the year detailing the many programs and activities sponsored by Albany Parks and Recreation. The department offers various sports programs, classes, day camps and special events for preschoolers up through teens, including the popular family River Rhythms concerts in Monteith Riverpark during the summer. Boys & Girls Club of Albany 1215 Hill St. S.E. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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Zack Fergason of Scio rests his head on Ginger, a Jersey hereford, while Kalli Corrick of Albany nestles against Plum at the Linn County Fair. 541-926-6666 www.bgc-albany.org Open 2:30 to 7 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.) and 2:30 to 6 p.m. (Fri.); summer hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.). Office hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Accommodate with early release and school closure days. The Albany club features four full-sized gymnasiums, classrooms, concessions and a computer and educational lab. It offers seasonal activities for all kids of all ages, including touch football, 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. The annual membership fee is $25 per child. Summer membership is $45 per week, including annual membership.

from noon to 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.). 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 $10 per day per child. The Boys & Girls Club of Lebanon sponsors seasonal activities for youth of various age groups, including indoor soccer, outdoor soccer, flag football, volleyball, basketball, track, baseball and softball. The club also has a game room, arts and crafts, a homework club and a computer room. The annual membership fee is $20 per child. The membership year begins Sept. 1. Boys & Girls Club of Sweet Home 890 18th Ave. 541-367-6421 www.bgclubsweethome.com

Boys & Girls Club of Lebanon 305 S. Fifth St. 541-258-7105 www.bgclebanon.org

Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) The Sweet Home club offers most of the same activities and seasonal sports that the Albany and Lebanon clubs offer. Membership costs are $20 per year per child. Membership year begins Sept. 1.

Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.); drop-in hours for children run from noon to 6 p.m. During the school year, the Boys & Girls Club is open from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Drop-in hours during the summer are

Mid-Willamette Family YMCA 3311 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany 541-926-4488 Open 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.), 5 a.m. to

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7 p.m. (Fri.) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sat.) and 1 to 4 p.m. (Sun.) The YMCA offers family-based programs that help people develop a healthier spirit, mind and body. The facility features an exercise studio, strength training rooms, a gymnasium, a swimming pool and a whirlpool, as well as racquetball, handball and volleyball courts, a Child Watch center, men's and women's saunas and a cardio-TV center. Swim and fitness classes are available year-round. The Kids Zone is open all hours the YMCA is open. Supervised activities are from 5 to 7 p.m. Most activities are free to members or offer a member rate. Memberships are available from month to month. The daily fee for use of the facility by non-members is $15 for families, $10 for adults, $4 for youths and $7 for seniors.

Other Youth Organizations Educational 4- H Yout h Pr ogr am Benton County 1849 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis

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ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS 541-766-6750 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/benton/4h Linn County 104 Fourth St. S.W., Albany 541-967-3871 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/linn Volunteer-led clubs for young people in kindergarten through high school focusing on such areas as animal science, natural resources, horticulture, home economics, leadership skills, community service, personal development and expressive arts. Sponsored by the Oregon State University Extension Service. AFS Intercultural Programs Contact Tina Withrow-Robinson at 541-926-8181. This is an international, nonprofit organization that promotes intercultural learning through worldwide high school student exchanges. Avery House Nature Center 1200 Avery Park Dr. 541-758-6198 www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org

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Young Marines member David James of Albany and Margie Ray of the Albany 10 Ladies Auxillary attempt to identify, record, and plant flags at veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; graves in Riverside Cemetery. www.oregondi.org Extracurricular creative problem-solving program for students in kindergarten through high school.

Nature education programs for youth and their 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 summer and fall. The center also hosts open house events 1 to 4 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month. Avery House also has live animal exhibits and can be hired to host small parties; call for a detailed schedule.

First Robotics Team 1359 541-259-1450 E-mail: robotics@imtech-or.com www.scalawags.org

Community Before and After School Program P.O. Box 1717, Albany, OR 97321 541-967-9322 www.cap.peak.org

Curriculum plans complement those used in the Corvallis kindergarten classrooms. Focus is on language/literacy, math reasoning, problem solving, scientific reasoning and motor skills. Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

This program offers state-certified child care before and after school in Greater Albany Public Schools from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Open all year at eight sites. Community Services Consortium 541-928-6335 (Albany) 541-752-1010 (Corvallis) 541-451-1071 (Lebanon) www.csc.gen.or.us Programs include work training for youth ages 14 to 24, alternative schooling and Youth Build. Corvallis Destination Imagination 541-754-3811

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Inspiring interest and excitement in science and technology combined with high adventure activities. Meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday; call for location. Little Beavers Preschool 541-754-8899 www.littlebeaverspreschool.com

OSU Precollege Programs 541-737-9424 www.oregonstate.edu/precollege 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.

served youth in partner communities in Oregon. Parents for Education Plus (PE+) 541-753-6719 P.O. Box 1952, Corvallis, OR 97339 Nonprofit, volunteer organization interested in providing educational programs for children. Saturday Academy 541-737-8139 http://academy.engr.oregonstate.edu/ A year-long, extracurricular education program sponsored by Oregon State University. OSU works with business, educational and professional community partners to provide small, hands-on classes in math, science and technology for students in grades five through 12 on Saturdays and during the week. Weeklong camps offered in summer; some tuition assistance available. Standard Christian School (541) 926-0654 www.standardchristian.com Star t Mak i ng a Reader Today (SMA RT) 541-754-4965 www.getsmartoregon.org Weekly reading program for students in kindergarten through third grade in lowincome schools.

OSU Science and Math Investigative Learning Experiences (SMILE) 541-737-2388 http://smile.oregonstate.edu

The Joan Craig Center 537 S. Third St., Jefferson 541-327-1363 www.joancraigcenter.com

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ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Tues. and Wed. during summer). Allied educational therapists offer counseling and testing and specialize in helping people with dyslexia and Irlen Scotopia. Testing is by appointment only.

Leadership Boy Scouts of America Benton County 541-485-4433 www.bentonbsa.org Linn County www.cpcbsa.org

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Lily Poe of Albany shoots during Girl Scouts day camp at Happy Valley Tree Farm.

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 handson educational experiences, service, outdoor activities, friendship and fun. Camp Fire USA www.campfireusa.org Youth clubs and camps to promote selfesteem and self-reliance among students in kindergarten through high school. Girl Scouts 800-875-2451 International organization for girls ages 5 to 18 that builds courage, confidence and character through friendships, fun and service. Linn-Benton Young Marines 32220 Old Hwy 34, Tangent 541-367-9822 linnbentonyoungmarines.com Meets from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. first and third Saturday of the month. Registration costs are $250. A program to positively impact America's future by providing quality youth development programs for boys and girls that nurtures and develops its members into responsible citizens who enjoy and promote a healthy, drugfree lifestyle. Check website for calendar updates. Philomath Scout Lodge, Inc. P.O. Box 662, Philomath, OR 97370 541-929-7619 www.philomathscoutlodge.org This nonprofit group is starting a youth lodge to provide educational and outdoor activities. The building sits on 58 acres in east Philomath. The former mill site includes wetlands. A sports field, hiking and viewing trails and camping areas also are planned. 2011-12 OUR TOWN

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