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5 Summer Movies to Rewatch With Your Kids Feeling nostalgic for the 80’s and 90’s? Below, you’ll find a roundup of five classic movies you may remember from your younger years, all of which are now available on DVD for your viewing pleasure. Make your kids and yourself happy by picking up one of these oldiesbut-goodies next time you’re ready to take a break from the heat.

1. “Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird” (1985) – Give your little Sesame Street fans a glimpse of what their favorite show looked like during the pre-Elmo era. This feature-length film follows Big Bird (Caroll Spinney) in his efforts to return to Sesame Street after being uprooted and re-homed by an overzealous social worker. Upon hearing of Big Bird’s escape, a diverse group of Sesame Street residents that includes Gordon (Roscoe Orman), Maria (Sonia Manzano) and Cookie Monster (Frank Oz) join forces to find their friend and bring him home. “Follow That Bird” provides pretty much everything one could ask for from a kid’s movie – wacky Muppet hijinks, a memorable soundtrack and celebrity cameos by everyone from Chevy Chase to Sandra Bernhard. (Rated G) 2. “The Mighty Ducks” (1992) – Who could forget the “Flying V”? Emilio Estevez stars as Gordon Bombay, a cynical lawyer in legal trouble. As punishment for a drunk-driving episode, Bombay is required to coach a lovable band of hockey-playing misfits, and thus our underdog story begins. As the Mighty Ducks improve their hockey skills, Gordon improves his people skills and forms a particularly close friendship with a young player named Charlie (a pre-“Dawson’s Creek” Joshua Jackson).

“The Mighty Ducks” manages to be comfortingly formulaic while still offering some real excitement during the on-ice scenes. If the Ducks are a hit, your family can promptly move on to other underdog sports movies from this era like “The Sandlot” and “Angels in the Outfield.” (Rated PG) 3. “The Secret of NIMH” (1982) – While seeking medical help for her son, field mouse Mrs. Brisby (voiced by Elizabeth Hartman) sets in motion a series of events that lead to a revelations about her late husband and a secretive colony of rats who reside nearby. “NIMH” feels a bit grittier and more intense than the average animated film, at least by today’s standards, but the movie’s memorable cast of characters and 4 Valley Parent, August 2014

unique plot boost it into my personal top five animated movies of all time.

Parents looking for a literary tie-in can preface a viewing of this film with a reading of the very excellent novel “Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH,” by Robert C. O’Brien, on which the movie is based. (Rated G) 4. “Newsies” (1992) – Feel like adding some singing, dancing and a dose of history to your family movie night?

Introduce your kids to this musical retelling of the 1899 New York City newsboy strike. The charismatic Jack (a young Christian Bale) and well-spoken David (David Moscow) organize a ragtag band of paper sellers to fight for improved working conditions. While the “Newsies” story line will probably be over the heads of very young viewers, the movie makes a serious subject – child labor – accessible to older children via its stirring collection of song-and-dance numbers. After watching, you’ll be ready to open the gates and seize the day. (Rated PG) 5. “The NeverEnding Story” (1984) – If you grew up in the 80’s, you’re likely no stranger to this creepy but cool quest movie. Its plot follows the intertwined struggles of bullied bookworm Bastian (Barrett Oliver) and Fantasia warrior Atreyu (Noah Hathaway). A strong sense of atmosphere and a cast of fascinating mythical creatures, including a rock-eating giant, flying dragon and scary wolf-like monster puppet, help “The NeverEnding Story” stand out from other films in its genre.

This movie does have some pretty intense moments, including its Swamps of Sadness Sequence and Atreyu’s eventual confrontation with its villain, so definitely prescreen this classic before sharing it with younger or more sensitive children. (Rated PG)

Michelle Shirk is an attorney, freelance writer and proud mother of one. Source: www.imdb.com.

What Kayaking Taught Me About Parenting We shove off in ankle-high water and I settle into the two-person kayak, taking a tentative dip with my paddle. In front of me my nine-year-old daughter does the same and we glide along behind her sisters in their shared boat. My husband follows solo.

Once the initial splashing subsides, a mantle of quiet settles over the river.

Tall trees line the riverbanks, and beyond them I look into forest. Soon we’ll be deep into the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, leaving commerce, houses, and people behind. That is, if I can stop running into the fallen trees that jut out into the water on either side.

“Paddle on the left,” I instruct. We inch around submerged branches, then suddenly break free and shoot across the stream into another set of logs. My daughter and I limp this way down the river for a half hour.

Occasionally I jump out and push us back on track.

Never mind that it is our first kayak trip and we haven’t received any instructions.

It should be simple. And if the waters were wide open, we’d be fine. But they’re not.

My frustration mounts.

I rest my paddle against the boat. My neck and arms ache from the constant effort. It’s almost too much trying to paddle a kayak for two in such cramped spaces.

My instructions to my daughter come too late. Her strokes fight against mine. This isn’t what I expected.

Somehow I expected it would be easier.

My husband pulls alongside us and offers to switch places. I agree.

As they push off, my husband calls out over his shoulder, “If you hold your paddle

down in the water on the side you want to turn, it will go that way.”

I try it his way, holding my paddle against the current and watch as the tip of the kayak swiftly tilts the direction I want it to go. At a narrow gap I try it again, breezing through without tangling in branches.

The tension eases from my shoulders.

My boat behaves the way I intend - all from holding my paddle motionless in opposition to the pull of the stream.

Later when we trade places and I’m with my middle daughter, the value of this principle becomes even clearer. I no longer depend on her to help steer. I am captain and can keep us on course. I match my strokes to hers and hold against the current when I need to. We are a peaceful pair.

It hits me how this mirrors parenting.

Lately I have been paddling hard, telling my kids where they’re off track and how they need to change what they’re doing.

I tire myself this way. Instead, maybe I should simply set my paddle in and push against the current to shift us back on course and out of the weeds of life.

This perspective, along with the family outing itself, is a blessing. Somehow I thought being a mom would be easier.

However, the reality is we’re all sent out onto the river of life without instructions - that is, until someone calls out over your shoulder with a much-needed tip.

Lara Krupicka is a mother of three. She’s also the author of Family Bucket Lists: Bring More Fun, Adventure & Camaraderie Into Every Day.

Findings Financial Literacy of U.S. Teenagers Is Below Average The financial literacy of American teenagers is no better than average compared with their peers in other countries, and nearly one in five lacks basic proficiency, according to a comprehensive new study.

Among the 18 nations surveyed, China, Belgium and Estonia fared the best.

The U.S. was ninth, with an overall numerical ranking that was slightly below average. Nearly one in 10 American students was in the top-performing category, nearly on par with their peers around the world. But 17.8% lacked basic proficiency, worse than the 15.3% global average.

Financial literacy is crucial given that people are increasingly responsible for making their own decisions on complex topics such as student loans and retirement planning. “The better an individual understands financial concepts and products, the more informed he or she will be when making financial decisions,” the report said. “These decisions affect not only individual households, but ultimately the economic health of the wider society.”

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Parents Of Kids With Autism More Likely To Have Traits Of Autism Parents of children with autism are more likely to have some of the traits associated with autism than parents whose children don’t have the disorder, according to a new study. Among families in the study, those in which both parents scored highly on a test of autistic traits had an 85 percent increased risk of autism in their children. Among families in which one parent had a high score, the risk rose by 52 percent.

Some of the traits that the researchers found to be more common in the parents of kids with autism included subtle difficulties with social skills, a tendency to isolate themselves from other people, and repetitive thinking. Having traits of autism is different from having the condition itself. For example, autism is usually diagnosed in the 1 percent of people who score the highest on the test the researchers used in their study, whereas among the parents in the study, those whose children had an increased risk of autism scored in the top 20 percent of people taking the test.

Sarah 13 years old “Hang out at the pool.”

Children of Gay Parents Are Happier And Healthier Than Their Peers

According to a new study, children raised by same-sex couples have better health and well-being in comparison to their peers. The new research aimed to “describe the physical, mental and social wellbeing” of children with gay and lesbian parents, and “the impact that stigma has on them.” On average, children raised by same-sex couples scored six percent higher than the general population when it came to general health and family cohesion. In other categories—such as behavior, mental health and self-esteem—those children scored the same as those raised by heterosexual parents.

Lead researcher Dr. Simon Crouch believes that an emphasis on skills, as opposed to traditional gender roles, accounted for the survey’s results: “What this means is that people take on roles that are suited to their skill sets rather than falling into those gender stereotypes. This leads to a more harmonious family unit and therefore feeding on to better health and well-being.”

New Information Regarding Sudden Infant Death Syndrome A new study finds that newborns who share beds have a higher risk of dying from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) than other age groups. Researchers found 69 percent of infants who died from SIDS were bed-sharing at the time of death. The risk of SIDS falls sharply by the time the baby turns 6 months old. The study found the risk for older infants (4 months to 1 year) is predominantly from objects in the sleep area such as blankets, pillows and bumper pads that can cause suffocation.

“It’s so tragic because these are perfectly healthy infants that no one would ever think at-risk for dying, and although we still don’t know [what] exactly causes SIDS and other SIDS-related deaths, there are certainly ways the parents can help stop SIDS and to just follow the ABC’s of safe sleep,” lead author Sean Colvin said. ABC stands for Alone, Back, Crib — parents should make sure that their infants are sleeping by themselves, on their backs and in a crib.

Kitchen Spoons Can Lead To Medicine Errors

According to a new study, forty percent of parents make significant errors in measuring medication for their children. Almost one-third of the parents gave the wrong dose, and one in six used a kitchen spoon rather than a device like an oral syringe or dropper that lists doses in milliliters. Less than half the prescriptions specified doses in milliliters. But even when they did, the medicine bottle label often listed doses in teaspoons. Parents often assume that means any similar-sized kitchen spoon, the authors said.

Incorrect doses included giving too much and too little, which can both be dangerous, said Dr. Alan Mendelsohn, a co-author of the study. Underdosing may not adequately treat an illness and can lead to medication-resistant infections, while overdoses may cause illness or side effects that can be life-threatening. “Outreach to pharmacists and other health professionals is needed to promote the consistent use of milliliter units between prescriptions and bottle labels,” the authors said.

Rachel 12 years old “I put the sprinkler up and we just get wet. I chase my brother around with the hose.”

Isaiah 9 years old

Parents Value Grades Over Kindness According to a new study, 80 percent of youth say their parents care more about their achievements and happiness than about whether they are being kind. To understand children’s perception of what parents value, researchers asked students to rank the importance of “caring for others,” “achieving at a high level,” or “being a happy person (feeling good most of the time).” Students said that achievement was the most important value and thought their parents and peers would agree. More importantly, students reported that their parents appreciated achievement much more than happiness or kindness. They were three times as likely to agree with the statement “My parents are prouder if I get good grades in my classes than if I’m a caring community member.”

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Nehemiah 6 years old “I go inside and drink lemonade.”

Brody 9 years old “Swimming in a water park and my pool.”

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Five Tips for Creating a Peaceful Stepfamily Vacation “Let’s go camping!” My husband’s suggestion of roasting marshmallows and sleeping under the stars sounded like fun at first. I knew the experience of a stepfamily vacation could help bond our relationships.

Ignoring the fact that I preferred a bed and shower every night I replied, “Why not? I’m in!”

Off we launched for our first vacation together. Expectations were high as our kids piled into the mini-van, along with the fishing poles, Frisbees, sleeping bags, and s’more fixings. We had no idea it would be our first and last camping trip together.

A few short hours into our adventure, the meltdown had already begun. After missing her nap, the youngest cried if anyone looked her way. The oldest argued loudly with her stepsister over what game to play. Another child fell off the swing and began complaining of the heat, asking when we were going home. I scowled at my husband in disbelief. How had he convinced me this would be fun?

Throwing family members together for an extended period of time can wreak havoc on even the most stable family. For a fragile stepfamily, it can be a recipe for disaster.

Summer vacations are a great way to cement relationships and create lasting memories, even when the experiences aren’t perfect. Here are a few ideas to help create a more peaceful stepfamily vacation.

1. Keep the focus on the kids. A stepfamily vacation isn’t the time to insist on quality moments with your partner -that can happen on a separate trip with just the two of you. For a successful stepfamily vacation, assume a mindset of creating lasting bonds and memories.

Seek to make it a special time for the kids. Even if they don’t acknowledge your efforts now, they will remember the time and energy you spent on family vacations when they get older.

2. Ask your stepchildren for help in the planning stage. Attitudes improve when those living outside the home also get to take part in the decisions of when and where. Brainstorm options at a family meeting so everyone feels included. Keep trips short in the early years, while relationships are still bonding, to prevent tension-filled days as a result of too much togetherness.

3. Make the trip fun and spontaneous by breaking a few house rules. Bring along your sense of humor and allow the kids special privileges they don’t get at home. While touring the cruise

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But by the last day of the cruise, kids were enjoying ice cream at breakfast, lunch and dinner. They knew it was a special treat that would change when we returned home, but they fondly recall running to the ice cream machine together as one of the highlights of the cruise.

4. Include time to rest and recuperate and maintain a flexible spirit. Make an extra effort to find activities that promote leisure instead of a jampacked schedule. Sit outside and enjoy the sunset or catch fireflies on a lazy evening. If plans don’t go as anticipated, be willing to change your schedule.

Memories are created as family members spend time together doing activities they enjoy, whether simple or elaborate.

5. Keep a positive attitude and expect a few bumps along the way. Unlikely happenings occur on vacation. On a cross-country trip several years ago, I watched in horror as a large concrete truck backed into our SUV, smashing the driver’s window and denting in the driver’s door before screeching to a halt.

The truck stopped just short of injuring anyone, but our vacation spirits were dampened as we recovered from the frenzy and repaired our car enough to proceed. We drove the entire week with plastic rattling from the window. We laugh with our kids about the disaster of that trip now, but my husband and I had to work hard to keep the tragic beginning from ruining our trip.

Be reasonable with your expectations, particularly in the early years of your stepfamily. Stepparents lose their patience; cars break down; step-siblings argue; kids get sick. Unrealistic assumptions create a sense of failure when plans go awry.

As relationships bond, it’s easier to spend extended time together. Stepfamily vacations play an important role in creating family identity and a sense of belonging with stepchildren. The memories you’re creating with your stepfamily are meaningful, even if they’re not perfect!

Gayla Grace loves to vacation with her stepfamily of seven, but refuses to go camping. She supports and encourages stepfamilies through her website at www. stepparentingwithgrace.com.

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Klepto Kid My digital camera had been missing for a week, and my two-year-old son was growing right before my eyes. I needed that camera to take pictures of him, so I wouldn’t forget this fun, active stage.

After looking in every logical place, I remembered seeing my son stick a couple of Fisher Price Noah’s Ark animals down the cushions of the couch. Several other things had gone missing recently as well.

I had heard that toddlers liked to hide things, so I figured it was worth a look.

When I took the cushions off, shined a flashlight inside, and carefully reached my hand down the metal framework of the couch…. I had found the mother lode of toddler hiding places.

In addition to the few pieces of stray popcorn I expected, I pulled out more than $10 in bills and coins, an overdue library book, Noah and some of his animals, three puzzle pieces, a half-eaten cereal bar, a measuring cup, a pair of sandals, a wrench and screwdriver, the aforementioned digital camera, along with a cordless phone and a remote control. Obviously, my son’s klepto tendencies were more serious than I thought.

Since the day that I found my son’s treasure trove in the depths of my couch, I’ve learned a few tips that might help you out the next time you suspect your little one has hidden your car keys, your flash drive, or your iPhone.

Think holes. What do couches, trash cans, kitchen utensil drawers, DVD players, and your toilet all have in common? They’re all holes. Classic holes that your toddler might consider

when looking for the perfect hiding place. Once, a friend of mine found her engagement ring inside a soda can that she was about to throw away. She had taken the ring off to put on lotion the night before, and her toddler had found it on her bedside table.

Get on your child’s eye level.

Once you’re on your knees, you’ll notice all kinds of two-feet-from-the-ground hiding places that your five-feetsomething self would never notice. End tables, book shelves, purses, and drawers near the ground are all possible places

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Play Hide and Seek with an object. When you’re missing something important, show your child another desirable item, preferably something sparkly or that looks expensive. Tell her to hide it somewhere really special. She may just fall for it and lead you right to her secret hiding spot, or she may outsmart you and take you to a totally different place to throw you off her scent.

When nothing else works, bribe.

This is not the time to worry that you’re spoiling your child. Promise your little one some ice cream or a trip to his favorite play park if he’ll help you find what you’re looking for. It’s a small price to pay when times are desperate.

With these tips, you’ll be finding all those missing cameras and cell phones in no time. When you do stumble upon your toddler’s ultimate hiding place, expect to find all kinds of treasures--like the remote control, half-eaten cereal bars, and sippy cups of curdled milk. When you do, just laugh and know you’re not alone.

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New Evidence that Autism Begins During Pregnancy Between 2002 and 2012, Autism rates in the United States increased by 78%.

Environmental factors combined with genetic factors are thought to contribute to that increase. Recent findings from a study at the Autism Center of Excellence at University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego) and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, have identified some of the factors that occur in pregnancy.

The investigators at UC San Diego analyzed 25 genes in brain tissue of children with and without autism.

Eric Courchesne, Ph.D., professor of neurosciences and director of the Autism Center of Excellence said, “Building a baby’s brain during pregnancy involves creating a cortex that contains six layers.

We discovered focal patches of disrupted development of these cortical layers in the majority of children with autism.”

The cortical layers of the brain each develop their own specific types of brain cells during early brain development.

Each layer performs unique and important roles in processing information.

The researchers found locations in the brain of children with autism where patches of cortex did not develop during normal cell-layering pattern. Visible and distinct “markers” acquired as the brain cells develop were absent in the patients with autism.

“This defect,” Courchesne said, “indicates that the crucial early developmental step of creating six distinct layers with specific types of brain cells — something that begins in prenatal life — had been disrupted.”

Disruptions of the frontal and temporal cortical layers may be responsible for the most common symptoms across the autism spectrum. The frontal cortex is associated with higher-order brain function, (communication and comprehension of social cues). Language also is associated with the temporal cortical layers.

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in patches rather than across the entirety of cortex gives hope as well as insight about the nature of autism,” added Courchesne. Because the investigators were able to find these patches in such a small tissue sample suggests that these abnormalities are likely pervasive across the cortex. The fact that the defects are patchy rather than uniform cortical pathology provides some insight into

why early treatment in toddlers with autism is effective.

On a positive note, the investigators confirmed the hypothesis that the brain can actually rewire connections to help the child improve abilities, especially when the child receives early therapeutic intervention.

Can pregnant mothers do anything about this?

Much research has been conducted to determine if exposure to chemicals, toxins, drugs, or other potentially dangerous sources can be a cause for the development during pregnancy. Because the brain is so sensitive during the first three months of development, exposure to certain chemicals or neurotoxic metals during this time can change the brain structure and function. The list of chemicals that are suspected to harm the developing brain includes chlorinated solvents used in industry, brominated flame retardants, phthalates, bisphenol A (BPA), the pesticide DDT, and some organophosphate pesticides.

In addition to the suspected brain damage caused by exposure to these chemicals, it is also possible that exposure to environmental chemicals can trigger Autism in children who carry the genes. It goes without saying that pregnant women should avoid these drugs and chemicals.

Alexa Bigwarfe is the mother to three young children, she writes regularly concerning infant, child, and maternal health.

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Ready, Set, Prep! The Ultimate Back To School Checklist Whether you are just getting back from a vacation with extended family or you spent your summer relaxing at home sweet home, the backto-school bell is ready to ring. How will you get all your shopping done with minimal stress?

If only that list of school supplies posted by your school each year was more comprehensive, you could get all of your shopping and back-toschool planning done in just one day. But, sadly, the school’s list only covers the basic school supplies needed for your child in the classroom, not what’s needed to get him there.

Never fear. Here is a list of all the crucial items you will want to check off your list before the first day of school arrives. This list will help you get organized, so you can get all your preparation done in just a few hours and then finish any other shopping up the first week of school.

Will you need to purchase everything on these lists? Probably not. Chances are good you already have some of these items on hand or can utilize hand-me-downs. Use this list to squeeze some more fun out of summer because it has all your back-to-school to-dos covered!

For Each Child School Clothes • Underpants, undershirts, and bras • Socks and shoes • Pants and jeans • Tops • Dresses, skirts, and skorts • Jackets, scarves, hats and gloves • Hair accessories

Everyday Supplies • Backpack • Lunchbox and Thermos • Water bottle • Hot and cold lunch containers • Replaceable silverware • Disposable bags or foil • Combination lock • Locker décor • A permanent market for labeling each item

Communication Catch-up 1. Go to school website and transfer calendar dates into family calendars.

2. Post all schedules on the bulletin board.

3. Set up any car-pooling schedules in advance.

4. Coordinate drops and pick-ups with other family members who drive.

5. Input relevant principal, teacher and coach e-mail addresses and phone numbers into devices.

6. Input friend and family contact information for last-minute pickups and play-date scheduling.

7. Put calendar reminders in your calendar or phone to reflect your responsibilities.

For The Extra-Curricular Bag • Gym bag • Workout clothes or uniform • Special underwear, if needed • Cleats, sneakers or special shoes • Mouth guards, pads or other specific gear • Socks • Portable hair care items • Deodorant • Water bottle

For The Whole Family • A Well-Stocked Pantry • Easy breakfast foods • Sandwich supplies • Healthy chips or pretzels • Sturdy fruit • Granola bars • Low- or no-sugar drinks • After-school snacks • Milk

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Whenever my children came back from Experience a visit to their grandparents’ house, they came back with stories of new experiences and fun. I witnessed developmental leaps as a result. They came back more independent with larger vocabularies. They were certainly closer to their grandparents.

They also came home a little more bold and confident for my taste. I understood that they had been free of their usual chores, so returning to our normal family order was sometimes a struggle. We called it grandma-itis, even though grandpa was equally guilty.

My kids seemed to have similar issues when they came home from summer camp.

I called it camp-itis. They had wonderful stories about their new experiences, but we had a bit of friction as we reconnected and our schedules returned to our family’s homeostasis.

I learned to expect the transition period and not judge it negatively. My children had positive new experiences to share like canoeing and making new friends. Being

around kids from diverse backgrounds, they had picked up new habits, mannerisms and words. Camp stretched them—in good ways and bad.

Tips to Avoid Camp-itis Here are a few things I tried to ease the transition from camp to home. Not every tip works for every child. Children are different and have their own personalities. But at least one should work for you.

1) Have a home coming celebration.

Make a “Welcome Home” sign and cook your child’s favorite food or take her out to her favorite restaurant.

2) Plan some listening time. Use open ended questions to prompt sharing.

• What were your favorite and least camp activities?

• Tell me about your best camp friend?

• Who was your favorite counselor?

Why? • What new thing did you try?

• Do you want to go back next year or do you want to try something else?

Be careful not to interrogate though.

Don’t be probing. Remember to respect their boundaries. What they answer is sufficient. If they want to share more, kids will usually do so. Space the open ended questions throughout several

conversations.

3) Affirm new skills, including new communication skills while being clear about boundaries.

Returning Camper: Shanda calls her dad by his first name. Think dad would go for that?

Mom: Well, I call my stepdad by his first name but I didn’t grow up with him like you did with your dad. I think dad likes being called Dad. Talk to him about it.

4) Encourage your child’s new found independence by allowing him to make more independent choices about how to use his time.

Example: I need the laundry folded, the dog fed (he really missed you) and the trash taken out. You have all morning before we meet your dad for lunch. Whatever order you do it in is fine.

5) Return to usual chores, schedules and responsibilities with patience, but without indulgence.

6) Be sure to talk a little bit about what you and younger siblings did while your camper was away. It’s important your child learn you have a life away from them too.

Laura Reagan-Porras is a mother of two daughters.

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August 2014 Ongoing Events

Albany Historic Carousel and Museum. 503 First Ave. W, Albany. 10a.m.-4 p.m. MondaySaturday; 10a.m.-9p.m. on Wednesdays. Free. Come see the creative processes taking place every Monday through Saturday on this hand-carved carousel project. In the lobby, view finished animals and watch the painters work on a number of animals and other hand-crafted projects. In the carving studio, see and touch over two dozen carvings in progress. For information visit albanycarousel.com.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. Swanson Park, 705 SE Railroad St., Albany. 1-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays; 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $4-$5/ adult/senior; $3.25-$4.25/Youth 6-17; $2.50-$3/under 6. Punch cards/season passes available. The pool features a zero depth entry and is 4.5’ deep at its deepest. COOL! has a 36’ high slide and a Lazy River.

The play structure is surrounded by a large amount of water that is only 18” deep. For information visit www.cityofalbany.net/departments/parks-and-recreation/cool-pool or call (541) 917-7777.

Cool Tools! Exhibition. Benton County Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. 10a.m.-4:30 p.m. TuesdaySaturday through 2014. Free. Tools for agriculture, engineering, robotics, textiles, distilling, lumbering, surveying, and woodworking are all represented. Visitors can see the surveying tools used by Oregon pioneer Joseph C. Avery to lay out the town of Marysville (later Corvallis) in 1851, as well as a theodolite used to survey Lake Superior in 1869. This exhibition contains a chain saw that might be the largest you’ve ever seen! The HP35 calculator and the Hewlett-Packard ThinkJet printer had profound effects on American life--and the museum has these objects and shares their stories. For information call (541) 929-6230 or visit http://www.bentoncountymuseum. org.

Downtown Story Time with Puppets.

Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 SW Ferry St., Albany. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Tuesday through December 2. Free. Preschool story time with puppet show. For information call (541) 917-7585.

Drop N Shop. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 3-7 p.m. Thursdays. $12 per child. It’s parent time to shop or run errands, have a lunch date with a friend or spouse, or work out. Reservations are required one week in advance and are for a two-hour time slot. Child must be out of diapers. Snack crackers and beverages are provided. Call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com to reserve your spot.

Family Climb Time. Indoor Climbing Center, 425 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 4-8 p.m. Monday-Friday during summer break. Cost is $3 per child, $6 per adult with a two-kids-per-parent limit. Parents who are RecSports members bring only their current OSU ID to get in. Parents/guardians must sponsor and belay the child at all times. Visit http://oregonstate.edu/recsports/hoursor call (541) 737-1595 for information.

Fancy Fourteen. The Flinn Steakhouse, 222 W. First Ave., Albany. Fancy-dressed kids eat free on the 14th of every month. Kids can enjoy a fancy dinner with their family, drink sparkling cider from fancy cups, and pick from fancy accessories to add to their outfits. For information call (541) 928-3052 or visit http://www.theflinnsteakhouse.com/events---specials. html.

Fun-With-The-Animals Work Party. Lighthouse

Farm Sanctuary, 36831 Richardson Gap Road, Scio.

10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays.

Free. All ages and abilities. Work parties provide the sanctuary’s abused, abandoned, or neglected farm animals with clean water, bedding, and living conditions.

No RSVP required; just show up wearing farm apparel and boots. For information call (503) 394-4486 or e-mail Volunteer@lighthousefarmsanctuary.org.

Grass Roots Reading Group. Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. first Tuesdays. 15% discount on chosen book.

For information/book titles call (541) 754-7668 or visit www.grassrootsbookstore.com/book-clubs.

History Inspectors: Exhibit-Based Scavenger Hunt. Albany Regional Museum, 136 S. Lyon St.,

Albany. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Free (donations accepted). Kids can discover the answers to Albany’s history while visiting the museum and earn the title of ARM History Inspector. Includes an activity sheet. For information visit www.armuseum.com/history-inspectors or call (541) 967-7122.

Hoolyeh International Dance. 1180 25th Ave., SW, Albany. 7-9 p.m. every Monday. $4. For information call (541) 967-8017 or e-mail grholcomb96@ gmail.com.

Mommy and Me Dance. Dance Corvallis, 1898 SW 3rd St., Corvallis.1:30 p.m. Thursdays. First class is free. $40/month plus registration fee. Ages 24 months-3 ½ yrs. with an adult. This 40-minute class focuses on teaching young children coordination and the fundamentals of a dance class. They will sing and dance along to their favorite songs, while having fun with new friends. Visit www.dancecorvallis.com for details or call (541) 556-2470.

Open Recreation Swim at Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m.

Monday-Thursday, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, 1-9 p.m.

Friday, 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $5.00/Adults, $4.00/youth 7-17, $2.75/children 0-6. Visit www. corvallisoregon.gov/pool or call (541) 766-7946 for information.

Open Recreation at Otter Beach. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis.

1-6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 1-7 p.m.

Wednesday; 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $5.00/ Adults, $4.00/youth 7-17, $2.75/children 0-6. The water slide at Otter Beach is the second longest at a public swimming pool in Oregon. Visit http://www. corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=57 or call (541) 766-7946 for information.

Parent/Child Swim Class. Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6-6:30 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays. $4/child, free/parents or $37/10 class punch card. Drop in class, no registration required. Visit http://www.cityofalbany.net/departments/parks-and-recreation/albany-community-pool for details or call (541) 967-4521.

Recreation/Open Swim at Albany Community Pool. 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 1-4 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays; 1-4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. $3/youth, $3.50/adult, $3.25/senior, $10/family.

Special rate $2.75/person on Wednesdays. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Visit www.cityofalbany.net/parks/facilities/acp. php for details or call (541) 967-4521.

Sage Garden Work Parties. SAGE Garden, Starker Arts Park, SW 45th and Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 4-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through October.

Volunteer at SAGE Garden, growing food for local hunger relief organizations. For information e-mail SAGE@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org.

Toddler Time Swim at Otter Beach. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis.

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Saturday. $5.00/Adults, $4.00/youth 7-17, $2.75/children 0-6. Children 6 and under are invited to enjoy a fun, mellow time in the pool. One eight-year-old sibling is allowed. Non-toilet trained infants, children, and other swimmers must wear plastic lined, reusable, non-disposable swim diapers. They may be purchased at front Counter at Osborn. A parent or guardian needs to accompany their children. Visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/pool or call (541) 766-7946 for information.

Whiteside Theatre Tour. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m. first Mondays. Free/members; $5/non-members. All tours of the Whiteside Theatre start promptly. Once a tour enters the building the doors are closed and joining the tour is not permitted. Videography of any kind is not permitted. To reserve your space simply e-mail reservations@whitesidetheatre.org with your name, any special arrangements, and the number in your group.

Admission is paid at the door on the day of the tour.

Friday 1

2014 Mid-Valley Cruise-In

Open to all classic and custom late model cars, trucks, motorcycles, big rigs and farm tractors.

Enjoy live music in a family-friendly atmosphere. Features great food concessions, good music, and trophy awards.

Where: Pacific NW Adult and Teen Challenge, Willamette Valley Campus, 31700 Fayetteville Ave., Shedd.

When: Saturday, August 9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost: Free Info: Call Russ Johnson at (541) 4911002 or e-mail russ.johnson@ teenchallengepnw.com.

Benton County Fair & Rodeo. Benton County

Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. $6-$8/adults; $4-$5/seniors; free/youth 18 and under. Features live music, nationally-known musical acts, rides, games, 4-H exhibits, great food and attractions. For complete schedule visit www.bentoncountyfair.net/fair_information.php.

Family Swim. Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. $3/youth, $3.50/adult, $3.25/senior, $10/family. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Visit http://www.cityofalbany.net/ departments/parks-and-recreation/albany-communitypool for details or call (541) 967-4521.

Movies at Monteith. Monteith Riverpark, 489 NW Water Ave., Albany. 7 p.m. pre-movie raffles and music. Movies start at dusk. Free. August 1: ET the Extra-Terrestrial. Enjoy a classic movie in a park setting. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Sorry no dogs allowed in the park. For information e-mail debi@albanydowntown.com.

Saturday 2

Albany Farmers’ Market. SW Ellsworth St. and SW 4th Ave., Albany. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through November 22. Free admission. Features fresh, locallygrown, locally-produced dairy, meat, and farm goods.

See http://locallygrown.org/home/ for information.

Brownsville Antique Faire. Pioneer Park, Park Ave., Brownsville. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Over fifty vendors sell their antiques and collectibles at this event.

The Classic Car Show and the Chicken Swap will return this year as well. Food will be available for purchase in the Pavilion while music fills the park. For information visit http://brownsvilleantiquefair.com.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. Corner of Park Ave. and North Main St., Brownsville. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free. E-mail farmersmarket@gocfa.org for information.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. NW Jackson Ave. and NW 1st St., Corvallis. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through November 26. Free admission.

Features fresh, locally-grown, locally-produced dairy, meat, and farm goods. See http://locallygrown.org/ home/ for information.

Mid-Summer Arts Festival. Monteith Riverpark, 489 NW Water Ave., Albany. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Main stage entertainment featuring theater, dance,

song, improv, puppets, and more begins at Monteith Park, and then moves to an “arts walk” through downtown Albany. For schedule/information visit http:// midsummerarts.org/2014-event-schedule or call (541) 979-9840.

Prenatal Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 11 a.m.-Noon. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. $10/class or $70/10 classes. Prenatal yoga is a great way to prepare the body and mind for birth, boost mood, and reduce pregnancy aches and pains.

Modifications are available to meet various backgrounds and levels of experience. This class is open to women in any stage of a complication-free pregnancy.

For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit www. ecofusionfitness.com.

Seed Saving Workshop. SAGE Garden, Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 10 a.m.-Noon. $5/materials; $5-$10/donation. Learn the why and how of saving seed from plant breeder Lyle Wallace. Many hands-on examples will be used to highlight different techniques and crops. After the discussion, participants will have a chance to take home seeds to grow and save. For registration/information visit www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org/edible-corvallis-initiative/events.

Story Time for Kids. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 10 a.m. Free. Story Man, James Warren, reads to children (of all ages). For information visit http://imaginecoffee.net/events-incorvallis.

Benton County Fair & Rodeo. See 8/1.

Sunday 3

Bonsai Artist Lee Cheatle at Wee Tree. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 1 p.m. Free.

Lee will be styling a Mugo Pine during and after the demo. It’s a great time to ask questions and learn wee bits for styling your own trees from one of our local artists. For information call (541) 753-6601.

Corvallis Pokémon League. Corvallis Elks Club, 1400 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 2-4 p.m. Sundays. Free.

All skill levels. Play, trade and learn the rules of Pokémon. Bring your own cards or DS games. For information visit http://corvallispokemon.wordpress.

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Hoolyeh International Dance. First

Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. first and third Sundays. $3/admission. The first Sunday of the month will be dedicated to Balkan dances. For information call (971) 237-2000 or visit http://hoolyeh.com.

Waldo Hunt Celebration. Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 1:30 p.m. Free.

Come celebrate the conclusion of the Where’s Waldo? hunt through town. We will draw prizes from 8 local business including Grass Roots. For information visit www.grassrootsbookstore.com or call (541) 754-7668.

Monday 4

Baby Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10-10:30 a.m. First and third Mondays. Free. Ages 0-12 months. Older siblings welcome. Enjoy songs, movement, and books.

Explore literacy concepts that can be used at home.

For information call (541) 929-3016.

Camp Lutherwood Day Camp. Grace Lutheran Church, Kings & Harrison Blvds., Corvallis. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-Noon Friday. Minicamp: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. $35/full day for kids entering grades 1-6 (camperships available); $15 suggested donation/half day ages 3-5 years (must be potty trained). $5/older youths who apply as program assistants. Theme: Celebrate the StoryLiving in God’s Time. Enjoy adventures together with friends through story, music, puppet shows, skits, nature crafts, and play. Afternoons feature games in Chintimini Park and special projects. Travel by bus to Camp Lutherwood on Wednesday for hikes and adventures in the woods. Staff includes Camp Lutherwood councilors and local volunteers. Morning snack and t-shirt included; bring a sack lunch. For information/registration visit http://grace97330.org/ or call (541) 757-1600.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath. 1-3 p.m.

Mondays and Thursdays through August 21. $3.25/ adults, $2.50/student/seniors, free/age 5 and under, $8/family (Attendant of at least 14 years old must accompany children under 7). Also offered are lessons, lap swim, aqua fitness, and swim team. Visit www.philomath.k12.or.us/pool or call (541) 929-3584 for information.

Contemporary Dance. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 6:15-7:30 p.m. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes. Punch card available. Teen/adult open level. Fusing a variety of modern techniques and current dance styles. For information visit www.

DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 8290070.

Jazz Funk. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:45-9:00 p.m. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes.

Punch card available. Adult, open-level. A high energy technique class fusing jazz and hip-hop styles to the sounds of some funk favorites. For information visit www.DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070.

Mondays at Monteith Concert Series. Monteith Park, NW Water Ave., Albany. 7 p.m. Free. Featuring The Willamette Master Chorus. Food vendors open at 5:30 p.m. For information visit www.cityofalbany. net/departments/parks-and-recreation/mondays-atmonteith.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula.

First Baptist Church, 125 NW 10th St., Corvallis.

5:30-8:15 p.m. Mondays. $5/class. All shapes, sizes, and levels of ability are invited to try this gentle form of Hawaiian dance and expression. For information call Barb Landau at (541) 908-9190 or visit http:// www.corvallishula.com.

Tuesday 5

Advance Beginning/Intermediate Hip-Hop.

Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:459:00 p.m. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes. Punch card available. Teens/adults. For information visit www.

DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 8290070.

Art Tuesdays: Figure Drawing with Rhonda Fleischman. Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:45-9 p.m. Free. Class is taught with a live model. For information visit http://thesketchbookclub.wordpress.com.

Baton Twirling Class. Dance Corvallis, 1898 SW

3rd St., Corvallis. 4:30 p.m. $40/month, first class is free. Boys and girls welcome, ages 4+. Baton

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The festival will include musical performances on Friday evening and Saturday morning through evening, a Music Creation Zone and an art show on Saturday. Ty Curtis and Patrick Lamb will be performing, along with local bands.

Food and beverage vendors will make for two days of fun and enjoyment.

Where: When: Cost: Info:

Park & Amphitheater, Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis.

Saturday, August 9-10; 5-10 p.m. Friday; 9:30 a.m-10 p.m. Saturday Free Visit http://cimafestival.com or call (541) 602-3419

Twirling classes taught by Kailey McKay, former OSU Feature Twirler. Private lessons are also available. Please email Kailey at reignbatontwirling@ gmail.com if interested or call (541) 760-3467. Like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ ReignBatonTwirling.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. Impulse Bar & Grill, 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6-7:00 p.m. $40/four-week course. Beginner course (16 and older) in Cuban Salsa (Casino) and Rueda de Casino (a fun, group dance from Cuba). Learn the first set of fundamental motions and basics to this amazing dance, and be immediately infused into an incredible community of people who love the music and culture of Cuba.

Call (541) 230-1114 or see http://www.rumbanana.org/ Classes.html for information.

Celtic Jam. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7 p.m. every Tuesday. See http:// imaginecoffee.net/events-in-corvallis/ for information.

Corvallis Concerts in the Park. Gazebo, Central Park, 650 Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 8-9 p.m. Free.

Tuesdays through August. The themes of summer concerts change weekly. August 5: From the Classics, featuring violinist Anthea Kreston. No seating is provided, so audience members are encouraged to bring low chairs and/or blankets. For schedule visit http:// visitcorvallis.com/ai1ec_event/concerts-in-the-park2014/?instance_id=100748.

Family Mornings in the Garden. SAGE Garden, Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis.10 a.m.-Noon. Tuesdays through August 26. $10/family. Create garden art projects that are appropriate for all ages. Each week features a new activity: decorate garden flags, make a seed collage, paint with berries. A snack fresh from the garden will be provided. For information visit www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org/edible-corvallis-initiative/kidprograms/ summer-mornings-in-the-garden.

Family Night Recreation Swim. Cool! Pool, Swanson Park, 705 SE Railroad St., Albany. 5-8 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays. $4-$5/adult/senior; $3.25$4.25/Youth 6-17; $2.50-$3/under 6. Punch cards/ season passes available. The pool features a zero depth entry and is 4.5’ deep at its deepest. COOL! has a 36’ high slide and a Lazy River. The play structure is surrounded by a large amount of water that is only 18” deep. For information visit www.cityofalbany.net/ departments/parks-and-recreation/cool-pool or call (541) 917-7777.

Lebanon Concerts in the Park. Ralston Park, Park and Maple Sts., Lebanon. 6-8 p.m. Free. Featuring Fate 55 on Lebanon’s National Night Out. For information visit www.facebook.com/pages/DowntownLebanon-Partners-for-Progress/198545683507456.

Mama Baby Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 9:45-10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $70 for 10 sessions or $10 drop in rate. A yoga class for moms and babies 2 weeks to 4 months.

For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit www. ecofusionfitness.com.

Rotary Club of Albany Meeting. Pop’s Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany. Noon. Free.

Rotary of Albany has purchased and helped install playground equipment, sponsored an annual Christmas party for underprivileged children, provided grants to local service organizations, given scholarships to deserving students, and sponsored recognition programs for outstanding young people. E-mail dale. stowell@linnbenton.edu for information.

Tuesday Tea Community Event. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. 11 a.m.-Noon. Free.

Gather for tea in the studio. Bring your favorite tea to share and a mug. Visit http://www.livewellstudio.com for information.

Yoga in the Gallery. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays; 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays. $5. Led by certified yoga instructor and The Arts Center volunteer Marcy Keuter.

Marcy will lead you through a series of gentle yoga poses inspired by the art in the gallery. Beginners are welcome. Please bring your own mat if possible. For information call (541) 754-1551.

Camp Lutherwood Day Camp. See 8/4.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

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Albany Fitwalkers. Villas of Courtyard Villa,

1929 Grand Prairie Road. SE, Albany. 7 p.m. First Wednesday. This group sponsors walking events and presents walks around the community. Their motto is “walk for the health of it.” For information, contact Rozy Weatherby at (541) 981-3794 or email wrozy@ yahoo.com.

Baby and Me Storytime. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 10 a.m. Free. Designed for ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Enjoy interactive time with your tot through stories, finger plays, and music. Call (541) 258-4926 or visit www.lebanon. plinkit.org for information.

Brown Bag Talk. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Noon. Free. Ceramic artists Sara Swanberg and Anthony Gordon speak about their work. Bring your lunch and questions. For information/exhibit details visit http://theartscenter.net/exhibit/ sara-swanberg-anthony-gordon or call (541) 754-1551.

Celebrating Breastfeeding. Multicultural Literacy Center (side lawn), 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 10 a.m.-Noon. Wednesdays in August; 6-8 p.m. Thursday, August 21. Free. Stop by for breastfeeding help, parenting support, or just to celebrate. For information call (541) 766-0055 or visit http://lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com/localcorvallis.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. An Daire Academy of Irish Dance, Eastgate Business Ctr., 33815 Eastgate Cir., Corvallis. 4-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays. $50/ month. First class is free. For information visit http:// andairecorvallis.com/schedule.html or e-mail corvalliscelticarts@gmail.com.

Jazz in the Park. Gazebo in Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free.

Wednesdays through the summer, featuring Gypsy, Brazilian and standard jazz tunes with Mango Django and Swing sounds of Basie and others with The Hilltop Band. August 6: Mango Django. Often guest musicians play with the band so each week may be different. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. For information visit http://visitcorvallis.com/ai1ec_event/jazzpark/?instance_id=104932.

La Leche League Corvallis. Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 10 a.m. first Wednesday; 6 p.m. third Thursday. Free.

Breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers. Babies and children welcome. For information call (541) 766-0055 or visit http://lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com/localcorvallis.

Find us on Facebook as LLL Willamette Valley.

OSUsed Store Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis.

5:30-7:30 p.m. 1st Wednesday; 12-3 p.m. other Wednesdays; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 3rd Saturday. Free admission. Items for sale include computers and computer accessories, furniture (desks, file cabinets, tables, chairs, bookcases, etc.), office supplies, sporting

goods, household items, bicycles and much more. See www.surplus.oregonstate.edu for information.

Pre-Natal Yoga. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. 7-8:15 p.m. $50/30-day intro offer.

Using a carefully chosen set of poses, students learn to support their changing bodies and develop the strength and openness needed for giving birth and the breath and mindfulness skills which are essential to childbirth and motherhood. For information, call (541) 224-6566 or visit www.livewellstudio.com.

Rise and Shine Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath.10-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays. Free. Children 2-5 will wake up with reading, singing, movement, and art projects. For information call (541) 929-3016 or visit www.thebestlibrary.net/library-events-kidslinks-119.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. The Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis.

6:45 a.m. Free. Meet every Wednesday for fellowship, breakfast, and an informative and interesting presentation from a guest speaker. Local projects have included stage curtains for Lincoln School, clothing for residents at Jackson Street Youth Shelter, and art supplies for schools. For information visit www.corvallismorningrotary.org.

Starker Forests Tour. Comfort Suites Inn, 1730 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 12:30-4 p.m. Wednesdays through September. Free. Spend the afternoon touring a breath-taking, working forest. The 1/4-mile walk (which is optional) will educate on the different practices of forest management that Starker Forests applies. Remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Seating is limited. For information/registration call Visit Corvallis at (800) 334-8118 or (541) 757-1544 or visit http://visitcorvallis.com/things-to-do/starker-forests-tours-2014.

The Third Option: Building Better Marriages.

Osborn Aquatic Center Meeting Room, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6:45-8:45 p.m. 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays of each month. Recommended donation: $5/adult/evening. The Third Option is a fun, safe place to invest in your marriage 2-3 times a month. And if you have children, they can have a great time swimming while you do. Begin at any time.

For details contact Dave Jackson at (541) 760-9637, e-mail ttocorvallis@gmail.com, or visit www.mwfm. org.

Camp Lutherwood Day Camp. See 8/4.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

Thursday 7

Beginning Hip-Hop. Downtown Dance, 223 NW

2nd St., Corvallis. 6:45-8:00 p.m. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes. Punch card available. Teens/adults. For information visit www.DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070.

Hip-Hop. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 5:30-6:30 p.m. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes.

Punch card available. Ages 10-13. For information visit www.DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. City Parking Lot, Main and Grant Sts., Lebanon. 2-6 p.m.

Thursdays through October 23rd. Celebrating its 5th year as a local market, the large variety of vendors provide fresh farm produce. For information visit http://lebanondowntownfarmersmarket.org/index.htm.

River Rhythms. Monteith Park, NW Water Ave., Albany. 7 p.m. Free. Uncle Kracker, Country artist.

For information visit http://riverrhythms.org.

SAGE Concert Series. Bruce Starker Arts Park Amphitheater, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis.

6-9 p.m. Free (suggested donation: $10/family). A family-friendly musical event showcasing a diverse mix of folk-country-rock-bluegrass-jam by local musicians and supported by local businesses. All proceeds benefit SAGE, an educational community organic garden that produces 7000 lbs. of food yearly for emergency food banks in Corvallis. For information visit https://www.facebook.com/SageConcertSeries/info or call (541) 753-4066.

Teen Tribal Dance. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Free.

All –levels. Costuming encouraged. Dance in a group.

Local, family-friendly performance opportunities an option. For information call (541) 740-4632 or e-mail AntigonePilates@comcast.net.

Camp Lutherwood Day Camp. See 8/4.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 8/4.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Friday 8

Hunting Film Tour. The Majestic Theatre, 115 2nd

Ave., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $12. Tour highlights conservation-minded, fair-chase adventures that share incredible outdoor stories using the best cinematography, editing, and music compilations in the industry. The films include archery, muzzleloader and rifle hunts for big game, wing shooting, water fowling, and amazing international adventures. The shows promise to entertain, captivate, and inspire audiences of all ages. For tickets/information visit www.majestic.org/huntingfilm-tour or call (541) 738-7469.

Parents’ Night Out. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6-11 p.m. $15/child; $12/two or more. Ages 3-12. Ages 3 to 6 yrs. will play games in our Activity Room, and kids 7 to 12 will go for a swim. Visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/ index.aspx?page=275 or call (541) 766-7946 for information and pre-registration.

Camp Lutherwood Day Camp. See 8/4.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Saturday 9

2014 Mid-Valley Cruise-In. Pacific NW Adult and

Teen Challenge, Willamette Valley Campus, 31700 Fayetteville Ave., Shedd. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Open to all classic and custom late model cars, trucks, motorcycles, big rigs and farm tractors. Enjoy live music in a family-friendly atmosphere. Features great food concessions, good music, and trophy awards. For information call Russ Johnson at (541) 491-1002 or e-mail russ.johnson@teenchallengepnw.com.

Arboretum Animal Hunt. Mt. Pisgah Arboretum, 34901 Frank Parrish Rd., Eugene. 10 a.m.-Noon.

Free/members; $8/family. In this walk for families join the Arboretum’s Education Coordinator, Jenny Laxton, on a walk to search for signs of the many animals that call the Arboretum home. Pass through various habitat types- forest, field and pond to learn about the different critters that call each home. For information visit www.mountpisgaharboretum.com or call (541) 747-3817.

Bonsai Artist Steve Wilcox at Wee Tree. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 1 p.m. Free.

Ever wonder how to use a trunk splitter, a leaf trimmer, or a spherical concave cutter? Steve will be sharing how to use these tools, how to sharpen and care for them, and more. Steve will be styling a large Bald Cypress after the demonstration so hang around, ask questions, and take home wee bits of knowledge. For information call (541) 753-6601.

La fiesta de su biblioteca. Corvallis Public Library, Youth Activity Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Free. 11 a.m.-noon, second Saturdays.

Come and enjoy a fun bilingual English/Spanish program. Children of all ages welcome. Crafts are made after story time. Refreshments served. Venga y disfrute de la fiesta de su biblioteca. Un programa bilingüe cada mes en la biblioteca. Gratis Refrescos.

Call (541) 766-6794 for information.

Little Sprouts: Garden Art. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 11 a.m. $5/child. Young gardeners will be switching gears and creating beautiful garden art from recycled materials. For information/ registration call (541) 753-6601.

The Walking Beast. Salem Mini Maker Faire, A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village, 116 NE Marion St., Salem. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free/members and children under age one; $8/ages 3 and up; $6/seniors; $4/toddlers. See this 14,250 pound mechanical walker built

by Salem-based Moltensteelman Studio. Scheduled walks will happen at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. For information visit http://makerfairesalem.com, http://acgilbert.org or call (503) 371-3631.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Story Time for Kids. See 8/2.

Sunday 10

Corvallis Pokémon League. See 8/3.

Monday 11

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 8/4.

Contemporary Dance. See 8/4.

Jazz Funk. See 8/4.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula.

See 8/4.

Tuesday 12

Art Tuesdays: Still-Life Drawing/Painting.

Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Work on still-life skills. For information visit http://thesketchbookclub. wordpress.com.

Bow Wow Bingo. Elks Lodge, 1400 NW 9th St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. $20 / book and dauber. Six games are played throughout the evening. All proceeds after payout benefit Heartland Humane Society. For information call (541) 757-9000 ext. 109, or e-mail www.heartlandhumane.org or donate@heartlandhumane.org.

Advance Beginning/Intermediate Hip-Hop. See 8/5.

Baton Twirling Class. See 8/5.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 8/5.

Celtic Jam. See 8/5.

Corvallis Concerts in the Park. Jazz in the Park,

featuring Steve Matthes and friends. See 8/5 for more info.

Family Mornings in the Garden. See 8/5.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Rotary Club of Albany. See 8/5.

Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 8/5.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

Wednesday 13

Hey! Look us Over Maternity Program.

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. Second Wednesday. Free. Expectant parents will tour the Center for Women and Families and meet the delivery staff. Call (541) 768-4752 for information.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 8/6.

Celebrating Breastfeeding. See 8/6.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 8/6.

Jazz in the Park. The Hilltop Big Band. See 8/6 for more info.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 8/6.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 8/6.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 8/6.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 8/6.

Starker Forests Tour. See 8/6.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

Thursday 14

Brown Bag Talk. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison

Ave., Corvallis. Noon. Free. Corvallis painter Johnny Beaver considers himself a painter in the expressionist tradition. Although there’s an emotional content in his work that hints of human experience and perspective, it is often encrypted by irony, confusion, and outside influence. Bring your lunch and questions. For information/exhibit details visit http://theartscenter.net/ exhibit/johnny-beaver or call (541) 754-1551.

Hearts of the Valley Talent Search Open Mic Entry. Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis.

7-9 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays. The first and second place winners from this event will be entered into the Next Level, a bi-monthly talent search, where they will compete for a cash prize, a one hour recording session at Wild Rose Studios, and entry into the Hearts of the Valley Talent Search. The first and second place winners of the Next Level go on to compete at the bi-annual Hearts of the Valley Talent Search.

For information contact clay@wildrosestudios.com.

La Leche League of Lebanon. Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Hwy., Lebanon.

6 p.m. Second Thursday. Free. Breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers. Fathers and babies welcome. For information call (541) 766-0055 or visit http://lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com/locallebanon.

Teen Jewelry Workshop. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3-4 p.m. Free. Ages 12-18. Make awesome jewelry and get a Mehndi design. Mehndi is the traditional art of temporary skin decoration using henna. No registration required.

For information visit http://cbcpubliclibrary.net/teenjewelry-workshop or call (541) 766-6794.

Teen Makers: Programming with Arduino.

Corvallis Public Library, Youth Activity Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4-5:30 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays. Free. Ages 12-18. Make cool stuff with SparkFun Inventor’s Kits for Arduino that includes all the bits needed to build a series of basic circuits, no soldering required. Kits will be provided.

Feel free to bring a laptop. For information visit http://cbcpubliclibrary.net/teen-makers/ or call (541) 766-6794.

Beginning Hip-Hop. See 8/7.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 8/4.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Hip-Hop. See 8/7.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. See 8/7.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Teen Tribal Dance. See 8/7.

Friday 15

2014 Corvallis Imagination Music & Art Festival. Park & Amphitheater, Bruce Starker Arts

Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 5-10 p.m. Friday; 9:30 a.m-10 p.m. Saturday. Free. The festival will include musical performances on Friday evening and Saturday morning through evening, a Music Creation Zone and an art show on Saturday.

Ty Curtis and Patrick Lamb will be performing, along with local bands. Food and beverage vendors will make for two days of fun and enjoyment. For information/schedule visit http://cimafestival.com or call (541) 602-3419.

Artists’ Reception: Lynn Powers and Melissa Babcock Saylor. Gallery Calapooia, 222 First Ave.,

Albany. 6-8 p.m. Free. Powers has been a life-long watercolorist who has started to develop a series of light-hearted graphic images for use in interior decorating. Saylor’s artwork can be seen on flags, napkins, fabric and a variety of other items. For information visit www.gallerycalapooia.com or call (541) 9715701.

Family Movie Swim at Osborn Aquatic Center.

1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. $4.75/ adult, $3.75/youth 7-17, $2.50/child 0-6. Enjoy a swim-in movie with the family. There will be a different family-friendly movie projected pool-side each month. Visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/pool or call (541) 766-7946 for information.

Parents’ Night Out. YMCA, 3311 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $9/first child; $7/siblings for members; $12/$10 for non-members. Ages 8 weeks-10 yrs. Every month the YMCA will entertain children in a safe nurturing environment while parents take a break. Sign up early; space is limited.

For information call Angie Duncan at (541) 926 -488 ext. 318.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Movies at Monteith. The Wizard of Oz. See 8/1.

Edible Front Yard Garden Tour Sponsored by the Food Action Team of the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, the goal of the tour is to encourage Corvallis residents to consider edible plants as an option when they landscape their yards, thereby increasing home food production in our community.

Where: South Corvallis neighborhoods.

When: Wednesday, August 27; 6 p.m.

Cost: Free Info: Visit http://sustainablecorvallis.org/2014/07/ediblefront-garden or call (541) 230-1237.

Saturday 16

Becoming a New Sister or Brother. Good

Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Dr., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m. Free. Children will learn about baby care and see a film on pregnancy, delivery, and adjusting to a new sibling. Children should be at least 3 years old and accompanied by an adult. For information/registration visit www.samhealth.org or call (541) 768-4752.

Community Super Rummage Sale. 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. A fundraiser for the Chintimini Senior and Community Center.

Shop the many gently used items for sale from knick knacks, to children’s toys, to kitchen items and home décor and so much more. Enjoy a snow cone and get your face painted at one of our many booths. For information e-mail tiffany.crain@corvallisoregon.gov.

Historic Homes Trolley Tour. NW Second St. and NW Jackson Ave., Corvallis. 1-2:30 p.m. $5. Ride in comfortable, antique style in an old-fashioned trolley as an informed guide explains the history and architecture behind the beautiful homes in and around downtown Corvallis. For information/reservations call Visit Corvallis at (541)757-1544 or (800) 334-8118.

Brown Bag Lunch Series: The Geology of Oregon. Albany Regional Museum, 136 S. Lyon St.,

Albany. Noon. Free/members; $2/guests. Beverages provided. For information call (541) 967-7122 or visit www.armuseum.com/museum/events.

Kid’s Night Out: Nerf Guns with Laser Lights and Fog Machine. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW

3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $15 ($12/child for Valley Parent readers). Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Snacks and beverages are provided. Space is limited. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for information.

Summer Children’s Concert. The Majestic Theatre, 115 2nd Ave., Corvallis. 1 p.m. Free.

Featuring songs from Frozen, Tangled, Mulan, The Little Mermaid and other Disney films. Dress up in your favorite Disney costume. For information visit www.majestic.org/summer-childrens-concert/.

2014 Corvallis Imagination Music & Art Festival. See 8/15.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 8/6.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Story Time for Kids. See 8/2.

Sunday 17

Corvallis Pokémon League. See 8/3.

Hoolyeh International Dance. See 8/3.

Monday 18

Baby Storytime. See 8/4.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 8/4.

Jazz Funk. See 8/4.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula.

See 8/4.

Tuesday 19

Art Tuesdays: BAA Member Art Presentation.

Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Different BAA Members will present each month. For information visit http://thesketchbookclub.wordpress.com.

Open House at Santiam Place. Santiam Place Event Hall, 139 Main St., Lebanon. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Free. Relax in the back yard and garden area and listen to soft music while sipping on a glass of iced tea or lemonade. In conjunction with this is Lebanon’s 2nd annual “World Photography Day” walk-about which starts at 7 pm. Bring your camera for an evening of taking pics around Lebanon. For information contact Theresa at (541) 401-8024.

Modern Voices Reading and Discussion Group.

Main Albany Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany.

Noon-1 p.m. Third Tuesdays. Free. Adults. The group reads and discusses books of all kinds, including fiction and nonfiction. Bring lunch or indulge in one of the treats provided by the Friends of the Albany Library. This month’s book is The Invention of Wings,

by Sue Monk Kidd. For information visit albanypubliclibrarymodernvoices.blogspot.com or call (541) 791-0112.

Baton Twirling Class. See 8/5.

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Library Story Times Albany Public Library, Main

Mon: 7 pm with puppet show Wed: 10:30 am with puppet show Thurs: 10:30 am with puppet show

Albany Public Library, Downtown Tues:

10:30 am with puppet show

Philomath Public Library Wed:

Philomath Story Time, 10 am, 3-5 years old

Corvallis Public Library Mon: Bedtime Story Time, 7 pm, all ages Tues: Toddler Story Time, 10 am,

18-36 months old Wed: Infant Story Time, 10 am,

Birth-18 months old Thurs: Preschool Story Time, 10 am,

3-5 years old 1st Sat: 11 am, 0-36 months old with dads

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Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 8/5.

Celtic Jam. See 8/5.

Corvallis Concerts in the Park. Adventures in

Oregon and the Solar System, a reprise of an educational concert for 4th graders, including videos. See 8/5 for more info.

Family Mornings in the Garden. See 8/5.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Rotary Club of Albany. See 8/5.

Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 8/5.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

Wednesday 20

Kickin’ It for the Kids FootGolf Tournament.

Mallard Creek Golf Course, 31966 Bellinger Scale Rd., Lebanon. 6-9 p.m. $50/foursome suggested minimum ($10/adult in order to cover green fees).

Mallard Creek is excited to be the first course in the Willamette Valley to introduce footgolf, a hybrid of two of the world’s most popular sports - golf and soccer. Join us for this FUN-Raiser - the whole family is welcome. For information e-mail Firiel Severns at firiel@bgcgreatersantiam.org.

Movie at Chintimini. Chintimini Senior Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 2-4 p.m. Free/Gold Pass, $5/day pass. 18 and over. Movie enthusiasts, right this way! Each month the theme and movie will change. Popcorn drinks, and other treats available for purchase during the show. Call (541) 766-6959 for information and movie titles.

OSUsed Three-day Clearance Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. Noon-4p.m. Open for extra days with prices dropping each day! Items for sale include used computers, furniture, office supplies, sporting goods, household items, bicycles and more. See www.surplus.oregonstate.edu for information.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 8/6.

Celebrating Breastfeeding. See 8/6.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 8/6.

Jazz in the Park. Mango Django. See 8/6.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 8/6.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 8/6.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 8/6.

Starker Forests Tour. See 8/6.

Third Thursday. Downtown Albany. 4-8 p.m. Free.

Third Thursdays is a monthly stay-open-late shopping event. Eat at one of Downtown’s 22 locally owned restaurants and stay for Third Thursday happenings.

Contact the Albany Downtown Association at (541) 928-2469 or see www.albanydowntown.com for information.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 8/6.

Celebrating Breastfeeding. See 8/6.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 8/4.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Hip-Hop. See 8/7.

La Leche League Corvallis. See 8/6.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. See 8/7.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

OSUsed Three-day Clearance Sale. See 8/20.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

SAGE Concert Series. See 8/7.

Teen Tribal Dance. See 8/7.

Friday 22

Earl Thomas. The Majestic Theatre, 115 2nd Ave.,

Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $20-$25. Thomas, a vocalist, songwriter, dynamic performer, and two-time Grammy nominee, brings a thrilling and powerful performance to audiences. For tickets/information visit www.majestic.org/earl-thomas/.

Northwest Art & Air Festival. Timber-Linn Park, 900 SE Price Rd., Albany. 6:45 a.m. balloon lift-off (all days); 4-10 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. $5/parking fee. Watch colorful hot air balloons lift off from Timber-Linn Park with a spectacular Oregon sunrise as their backdrop. Other events include The Night Glow on Friday, a sight to be seen as visiting hot air balloons light their burners and glow like lanterns.

Children’s art activities, works from more than 70 artists on display, a car show, food, live entertainment, and airport events round out this unique celebration.

For information/schedule visit http://nwartandair.org/ schedule.

South Pyramid Creek Hike. Sweet Home Ranger District, 4431 Hwy. 20, Sweet Home. 8 a.m. $10/ person; $5/senior/Access Pass. Difficult 7-mile hike.

Hike a historic forest service administrative trail used by packers and to supply lookouts back in the day and learn about how things used to get done. For registration/information call (541) 367-5168 or e-mail tfarque@fs.fed.us.

The Sketchbook Club. Brownsville Art Center, 255 N. Main St., Brownsville. 6-8 p.m. $10/annual membership. All ages. The Sketchbook Club is for beginners, experts, and everyone in between. The Club is open to all ages and will teach you sketchbook tips and activities to improve your drawing skills. For information e-mail HYPERLINK “mailto:shavonne. schu@gmail.com” shavonne.schu@gmail.com, call (541) 990-9478, or visit http://thesketchbookclub. wordpress.com.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

OSUsed Three-day Clearance Sale. See 8/20.

Saturday 23

Kid’s Night Out: Nerf Guns with Laser Lights and Fog Machine. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $15 ($12/child for Valley Parent readers). Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Snacks and beverages are provided. Space is limited. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for information.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Historic Homes Trolley Tour. See 8/16.

Northwest Art & Air Festival. 8 p.m. Bachman and Turner & Blue Oyster Cult concert on the Main Stage, with fireworks after the show. See 8/22 for more info.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Story Time for Kids. See 8/2.

Corvallis Pokémon League. See 8/3.

Thursday 21

Sunday 24

SE 14th Ave., Albany. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Ages 11 to adult. Children under 11 must be accompanied by a parent. Fans of Japanese animation are invited to attend Anime Club to play games, create artwork, and meet others with similar interests. For information call Doris Hicks at (541) 791-0015.

Park, NW Water Ave., Albany. 9 a.m.-Noon. Free.

Bike the Albany Bike Trails and Talking Water Gardens. Bring a bicycle helmet, water and binoculars. Trip lengths are less than 10 miles. For information contact Don Bouchon at (541)753-7689 or e-mail bouchdon@peak.org.

The Third Option: Building Better Marriages.

See 8/6.

Anime Club Meeting. Main Albany Library, 2450

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Audubon Society Bicycle Birding. Monteith

Northwest Art & Air Festival. 1:30 p.m. Neal McCoy concert. See 8/22.

Monday 25

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula.

See 8/4.

Tuesday 26

All About Breastfeeding. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Dr., Corvallis. 6:30-8:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays. Free.

Learn about the many benefits of breastfeeding, how to get started and establish a good milk supply, prevent common problems, maintain good nutrition during lactation, and learn baby’s normal feeding behavior in the early weeks. For information call (541) 768-4752 or visit www.samhealth.org.

Art Tuesdays: Open Studio. Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville.

6:30-9 p.m. Free. Bring projects to work on in the studio. For information visit http://thesketchbookclub. wordpress.com.

Baton Twirling Class. See 8/5.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 8/5.

Bow Wow Bingo. See 8/12.

Celtic Jam. See 8/5.

Corvallis Concerts in the Park. Corvallis Community Band Favorites, featuring Sharon Edwards singing songs of Barbra Streisand. See 8/5.

Family Mornings in the Garden. See 8/5.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Rotary Club of Albany.See 8/5.

Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 8/5.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

Wednesday 27

Edible Front Yard Garden Tour. South Corvallis

neighborhoods. 6 p.m. Free. Sponsored by the Food Action Team of the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, the goal of the tour is to encourage Corvallis residents to consider edible plants as an option when they landscape their yards, thereby increasing home food production in our community. For details visit http:// sustainablecorvallis.org/2014/07/edible-front-garden or call (541) 230-1237.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 8/6.

Celebrating Breastfeeding. See 8/6.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 8/6.

Jazz in the Park. The Hilltop Big Band. See 8/6.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 8/6.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 8/6.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 8/6.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 8/6.

Starker Forests Tour. See 8/6.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 8/5.

Thursday 28

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Saturday 30

Stash Lab. Stash Headquarters, 110 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m. $20. Build your own knitting workshop. Stuck on a lace chart? Need help navigating sweater seaming? Not sure what project to tackle next? Bring a knitting project and all your questions and we will be happy to help. For information/ registration visit http://stashlocal.com or call (541) 753-9276.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Historic Homes Trolley Tour. See 8/16.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Story Time for Kids. See 8/2.

Sunday 31

Vietnam Veterans of America Breakfast.

American Legion, 480 Main St., Lebanon, 8-11 a.m. last Sundays. $5. All you can eat breakfast includes Belgian waffles, strawberries, bacon, sausage, eggs to order, biscuits and gravy, hash browns, orange or tomato juice, and coffee. For information call (541) 451-1351.

Corvallis Pokémon League. See 8/3.

Monday, Sept. 1

Dollar Days Swim. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 1-4 p.m. $1. Relax on Labor Day at Otter Beach. For information visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=275 or call (541) 766-7946.

Tuesday, Sept. 2

Art Tuesdays: Figure Drawing with Rhonda Fleischman. Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:45-9 p.m. Free. Class is taught with a live model. For information visit http:// thesketchbookclub.wordpress.com.

Baton Twirling Class. See 8/5.

Celtic Jam. See 8/5.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Rotary Club of Albany. See 8/5.

Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 8/5.

Wednesday, Sept. 3

Albany Fitwalkers. See 8/6.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 8/6.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 8/2.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 8/6.

La Leche League Corvallis. See 8/6.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 8/6.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 8/6.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 8/6.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 8/6.

Starker Forests Tour. See 8/6.

Hearts of the Valley Talent Search Open Mic Entry. See 8/14.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. See 8/7.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Teen Makers: Programming with Arduino. See

Thursday, Sept. 4

Teen Tribal Dance. See 8/7.

Lava Lake Meadow Hike. Sweet Home Ranger

8/14.

Friday 29

Back to School Fiesta. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 1-5 p.m. $5/ Adults, $4/youth 7-17, $2.75/children 0-6. Celebrate the last days of summer and the excitement of the upcoming school year with a fiesta swim party. Enjoy fun and games in the sun. For information visit www. corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=275 or call (541) 766-7946.

Berry Picking Bonanza. Sweet Home Ranger District, 4431 Hwy. 20, Sweet Home. 9 a.m. $10/ person; $5/senior/Access Pass. Easy 1/2-mile hike.

Learn about the berries that have sustained people and wildlife in the Cascades for thousands of years.

Includes traditional uses of berries and how to distinguish between edible and non-edible. Family friendly.

For registration/information call (541) 367-5168 or e-mail acsmith@fs.fed.us.

Family Night Recreation Swim. See 8/5.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 8/5.

Prenatal Yoga. See 8/2.

Teen Tribal Dance. See 8/7.

Friday, Sept. 5

District, 4431 Hwy. 20, Sweet Home. 8 a.m. $10/ person; $5/senior/Access Pass. Difficult 7-mile hike.

Trek along Lava Lake Wagon Road to an old ranger station site and grazing camps. Learn about the prehistoric and historic cultural landscapes. For registration/information call (541) 367-5168 or e-mail tfarque@fs.fed.us.

Family Swim. See 8/1.

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