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The Nasty Habit That Keeps Us Nagging 6 ways parents can help children procrastinate less and become more productive
You may delay, but time will not, and lost time is never found again.” — Benjamin Franklin We all do it. Procrastination may be a tendency as human as eating and sleeping, but some folks are especially vulnerable to always putting things off. When “those folks” are our children, they probably could use our help. The Nasty Habit In The Procrastinating Child (2002), Rita Emmett describes procrastination as a bad habit—one both children and adults can correct. Procrastination is often our response when we feel overwhelmed. It also correlates with becoming easily distracted or even when we feel helpless. When adults procrastinate, they may miss deadlines at work or put off housework. We tend to get away with it fairly easily, whereas when we see our children practicing the habit, we fret and worry. So there’s the rub. We long for our kids to be productive by not putting off school assignments, chores, and responsibilities at home. When they procrastinate, we nag them. But as parents, we may be the worst role models of all when it comes to procrastination.
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Perfectionism Makes Them Vulnerable Procrastination isn’t about laziness. A child’s procrastination is often a result of feeling overwhelmed, particularly when a big project or paper has been assigned at school. Perfectionistic kids may be especially vulnerable to procrastination, since they may have a great fear of failure
(and to them, anything less than perfect is “fail”). Such fear and anxiety may cause stalling, which in turn can leave them feeling stuck and unable to become mentally mobilized.
A consistent fear of failure also can lead to a pattern of indecisive behavior. Author Neil Fiore identifies this as a warning sign in The Now Habit (2007). Fiore identifies low self-esteem and lack of assertiveness as red flags for procrastinating behavior. Tips to Increase Productivity Here are some tips to increase productivity gleaned from writings and the expertise of Fiore and Emmett. Trick the brain. To combat the tendency to put things off, Fiore suggests transforming the thought “I don’t want to” into “I wonder what will come?” Sounds simple, but this type of attitude adjustment is powerful. In a sense, the subtle shift in mindset tricks the brain into a more productive mode. Get cozier with mistakes. Help your child understand how perfectionism robs productivity. Kids need to be reminded it is okay to make mistakes. Explain how “not perfect” is altogether different from “fail.” One of the best ways to help them become more comfortable with accepting mistakes is through modeling. Seeing a parent acknowledge their own daily errors (and responding with humor and compassion for the missteps) is both a gift and permission to be more accepting. Think smaller chunks. Emmett recommends helping children break overwhelming tasks into smaller chunks. If your child has an upcoming test and simply cannot get the gears in motion to prepare, help her get organized. Look at the task of test preparation as a series of baby
steps. Help her make a short list for a plan of attack. Set expectations for homework or chore completion. Parents can influence their children’s productivity by setting firm rules at home, offering rewards, and making lists. The basic rule of “no TV until your homework or housework is done” is an obvious place to begin to curb the procrastination. Screen time can be suspended or offered as a reward for successful time management. Make lists like a bandit. Make lists for everything so there can be no excuses. Adolescents are especially prone to selective memory even when rules are clearly articulated. Whether it is on paper or a smart phone, teaching your child to use a planner is more effective than nagging for gentle reminders of chores, appointments and expectations. Remove the STING from feeling overwhelmed. A great strategy for older kids and their parents from Emmett’s book: • Select a task you’ve been putting off. • Time yourself and take one hour to accomplish the task. • Ignore everything around you, such as the phone and other tasks. • No breaks. • Give yourself a reward once the task is complete. It may only take a few months to see positive results, nag less, and begin celebrating your more productive child!
Michele Ranard is a professional counselor with a husband and two children.
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Too Much Praise for Toddlers Baby Talk Works The prevalence of baby talk in oneon-one conversations with children is linked to better language development, both concurrent and future, according to a new study. In the study, the more parents exaggerated vowels and raised the pitch of their voices, the more oneyear olds babbled, which is a forerunner of word production. “The fact that the infant’s babbling itself plays a role in future language development shows how important the interchange between parent and child is,” said Patricia Kuhl, co-author of the study. While previous studies have focused on the amount of language babies hear, without considering the social context, this study shows that quality, not quantity, is what matters. “It’s not just talk, talk, talk at the child,” said Kuhl. “It’s more important to work toward interaction and engagement around language. You want to engage the infant and get the baby to babble back. The more you get that serve and volley going, the more language advances.”
New Moms Spend More Time on Smartphones Than Other Adults, Study Says
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If you think twentysomethings are addicted to their smartphones, try hanging out with a new mom. Mothers with young children spend more time on their smartphones than other adults, including the young, digitally savvy generation known as millennials, according to new research. Moms with kids 5 years old or younger spent an average of more than 37 hours per month using apps and websites on their smartphones. Such moms tend to be young, but they spent even more time on their smartphones than the average millennial—young adults ages 18 to 32—who spent roughly 31 hours. Researchers found that new moms turned to their phones as a “lifeline.” The smartphone, they wrote, was a personal assistant to manage schedules, a social hub to connect with friends, a personal shopper to handle household needs, an “informer” to get educated on a slew of new topics, and an escape hatch to get away from the new pressures of motherhood.
Emerie 8 years old “Falling in love and kissing!!! Love is meant for everyone in the world. Like when you’re with your family you just feel loved.”
Teens Who Sext Are More Likely to Engage in Other Sexual Behaviors A study in the journal Pediatrics found 22 percent of at-risk seventh graders participated in sexting, with 17 percent sending texts only and 5 percent sending texts and photos. Adolescents who engaged in sexting reported more physical maturity and were more likely to engage in other sexual behaviors. This group also reported higher perceptions of approval for sexual behavior from parents, peers and the media, higher intentions to engage in sexual behavior, lower emotional awareness, and lower emotional self-efficacy. At-risk teenagers who had sexted were 4 to 7 times more likely to engage in a variety of sexual behaviors. Although any sexting appeared to be a marker for sexual risk, sending photos was associated with even greater likelihood of early sexual activity. The study authors conclude that as early as middle school, attention should be paid to teens’ electronic communication because sexting may be a marker for sexual risk behaviors that can have significant consequences, including pregnancy or disease.
MTV’s ‘16 and Pregnant,’ ‘Teen Mom’ Contributed to Record Decline in U.S. Teen Childbearing Rate
Despite concerns that turning teen moms into reality TV stars has glamorized teen pregnancy, a new study shows that MTV’s “16 and Pregnant” and “Teen Mom” helped reduce births to teens. Researchers showed that these shows have a large and highly engaged following, win ratings wars, and lead teens to search for and tweet about the themes within. They also find that searches and tweets about birth control and abortion spike exactly when the show is on and in locations where it is more popular. According to the authors, the finding that “16 and Pregnant” and “Teen Mom” had an impact suggests that MTV drew in teens who actually were at risk of teen childbearing and conveyed to them information that led them to change their behavior, preventing them from giving birth at such a young age. “The fact that MTV knows how to make shows that teens like to watch, which speak to them in ways that resonate, presumably is critical to the show’s impact,” researcher said. Study estimates imply that these shows led to a 5.7 percent reduction in teen births that would have been conceived between June 2009, when the show began, and the end of 2010. This can explain around one-third of the total decline in teen births over that period.
As Families Become More Complicated, More Grandparents Care for Kids, Study Says According to a new report, as the number of children living with grandparents has risen in recent decades, the profile of caregiver grandparents has also evolved into a more diverse tapestry, with grandparents filling in the gaps in increasingly nontraditional family structures. Across the United States, nearly 7.8 million children are living in homes with grandparents present, 4.9 million live in grandparent-headed households and 2.6 million live in homes where the grandparents say they are the primary caregivers. 1 million children live with a grandparent without either parent in the house at all. Circumstances vary across race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic levels and family structure: African American and Hispanic grandmothers are more likely than white grandmothers to live with grandchildren, and African American grandmothers are more likely than Hispanic grandmothers to be the primary caregivers.
Lucy 4 years old “Love is Jesus died for us and rose again.”
Elias 6 years old “Love is making people feel good. Because they feel good when you love them. Like when someone gets hurt, you help them.”
Guns Hurt or Kill 10,000 Children in the U.S. Each Year
Twenty children or adolescents were hospitalized for firearm-related injuries every day in 2009, and 453 died of their wounds, a new report says. The study, published in the journal Pediatrics, provides one of the most comprehensive recent efforts to tally the number of children hurt nationally in gun-related incidents. Victims ages 15 to 19 made up 84% of the children brought to the hospital with gunshot wounds, and two-thirds of those injuries were attributed to assault. Among these older children, roughly 24% of the cases were considered unintentional. Suicide attempts accounted for 239 of 4,143 of those firearm-related hospitalizations. Among younger children, accidental firearm injuries were most common. Of the 378 children under 10 brought to the hospital in connection with a firearm injury, roughly three-quarters were considered victims of an accidental or unintended shooting. Victims are far more likely to be poor and members of an ethnic minority than they are to be white and affluent.
Lily 7 years old “Love is God and caring for other people. It is the greatest commandment and it is a fruit of the spirit.”
Owen 4 years old “Sharing.”
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How Not To Freak When Applying To College 3 Smart Tips to Stay Calm
When it comes to college applications, this parent knows firsthand how “getting in” can feel like a test of mental and emotional stamina. How much editing help to give on the essay? Which extracurriculars currently appeal to admissions officers? Feeling Alone in the Madness The most challenging element of the college-planning process for me has been feeling alone in the anxiety as a parent. Fellow parents seem reticent to share much information. Things are competitive out there. So it was a relief to discover Getting In Without Freaking Out (2006) by Arlene Matthews. A professional college consultant, Matthews says college bound students and their parents need to chill. The guide is full of practical tips for tackling college app angst, as well a good dose of humor. The following smart tips—from the book, as well as personal experience— may increase your optimism. SMART TIP #1: College Admissions is TRENDY. It used to be that kids who were bright and well-rounded were placed by admissions officers at the top of the application heap. The acronym BWRK was all the rage a few years ago. Then parents everywhere made the mistake of taking this too far, pushing their kids into activities and community service. Now many colleges prize angular candidates
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who sport a sharply focused interest or talent. Whether your child is well-rounded or angular, rest easy knowing the planet needs all shapes and sizes. Well-rounded types do well in a variety of fields from medicine to movie making, and angular types create great art and discover new technologies. When completing the college application, Marjorie Hansen Shaevitz suggests, “Through your words, descriptions, personal stories and essays, simply be who you really are. Don’t try to guess what the admissions reps want; Dare to Be Yourself!” Jay Mathews, an education reporter for The Washington Post, suggests stressed-out parents repeat this mantra: “People succeed because of the quality of their character, not the notoriety of their college.” SMART TIP #2: It’s Who They Are, Not Where They Go. Our society has become so competitive within the realm of parenting that many people believe where their kids attend college is reflective of the job they did raising them. We are all charmed by designer schools, but generic is underrated. Matthews, with great comic verve, likens the Ivies or other “trophy schools” to “trophy wives.” While the name of
a trophy school may leap out on a graduate’s resume, like a trophy wife, those schools can also be expensive and notorious for investing more in new prospects than current students.
Lloyd Thacker of The Education Conservancy, contends, “A commercialized point of view is what turns the admissions process into a game...There is very little evidence that correlates the status of a college with effective educational practice. Parents need to listen to the facts, not their friends at cocktail parties.” Matthews reminds that in the scheme
of things, there is a point where college credentials cease to matter. When college days are history, employers in the workplace want to know what you have accomplished and whether you will continue to deliver. SMART TIP #3: Late Bloomers Can Finish Strong. If you have a late bloomer, you may feel concerned. Your child may be bright with multi-potentiality but has yet to discover his niche. Perhaps she has no published articles, patents, or a single hospital named in her honor. What is frustrating is sensing that colleges want to see greatness demonstrated now. The reality is there are plenty of teenagers just getting warmed up. Deferred blooming may also have a silver lining. After all, peaking at eighteen may spell disappointment down the line. Matthews points out the deferred greatness of Cervantes who completed Don Quixote at age sixtyeight and Grandma Moses who began painting in her late seventies. History reminds us finishing strong is honorable. Muddling through “getting in” requires stamina, chocolate, and a sense of humor. Let’s face it. Worrying won’t appease the admissions gods or increase anyone’s chances of acceptance. So arm yourself with reality-based facts instead.
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Right Questions, Right Preschool Preschool is a major milestone for parent and child, and something not to be taken lightly. When the time comes, it’s best to look over the options and create a list of questions before you set out to investigate all the local programs. Are you looking for something with structure and developmental activities or do you want something that offers more of a daycare setting? Know the difference between the two. Determine what would be a better fit for your child. Do you want your child to experience a “traditional” preschool environment where she returns home with artwork and having learned her colors and the ABCs, or do you prefer a Montessoritype approach where the children determine their own activities under adult supervision? Begin research by talking with neighbors and friends to get an idea of area schools. Then, go visit the class, meet the teachers
and talk with the supervisor. “It’s important to know the staff has been there awhile, and that there hasn’t been high
turnover,” says Kim Osieczanek, director at Grant Avenue Preschool in Corvallis. Find out what kind of program the school offers. What is available for children? “Are there toys, building blocks and
books?” Osieczanek asks. “What is the classroom atmosphere?” Oregon law requires minimum staffing ratios of one adult per 10 children in a preschool classroom, with a maximum class size of 20. Any parent can imagine what that ratio would do to an adult, so look around and see if there are other staff members to help out. Grant Avenue provides two adults in a class with more than seven children. How do you judge individual schools? The answer has less to do with a school’s philosophy than with what’s actually going on in the classroom. In addition to knowing the school’s background, here are some specific questions parents should ask at any type of preschool: • What type of experience and credentialing do the teachers have? • What is the daily routine? • What is the school’s philosophy on parent involvement?
• How is discipline handled? • What is the policy for sick or injured children? When visiting a preschool, rely on what you see. Make note of the following: • Are the children safe, busy and happy? • Does the school have a lively, creative order to it? • Are the rooms decorated with teacher art or children’s art? (Children’s art decorating the room is a sign the teachers value what the children create.) • Are the teachers happy and do they enjoy what they are doing? Armed with knowledge that your child will be safe, secure and happy is a great way to enter a learning environment. If you, the parent, feel comfortable, your child senses this. This fosters your involvement and ensures a safe feeling all the way around.
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Planning That Perfect Birthday Party Three-Week Birthday Party Planning Countdown Three Weeks Before • Pick theme, games and activities, food, cake • Send out invitations Two Weeks Before • Buy nonperishable items: balloons, decorations, paper goods, drinks, prizes. • Find a friend who can help at the party. • Purchase your child’s gift. One Week Before • Order cake. • Evaluate rooms where the kids will play to see what needs to be picked up and put away. • Contact any guests who haven’t RSVP’d. • Get out punch bowl and candy dishes. Day Before • Shop for perishable items. • Make or buy cake; prepare ice cream “scoops.” • Clean bathrooms, wipe down counters, and pick up play room. • Cover table with butcher paper. • Collect camera, batteries, permanent marker, paper and pen, cake knife, lighter, and candles. • Write attendees’ names on cups and goodie bags. Party Day • Lock up pets. • Blow up balloons. • Assign your helper friend any chore that needs to be done. • Take a deep breath and put a smile on your face. Enjoy your child’s party!
Your child’s birthday is coming soon. You want your child to have a terrific birthday party and create fun memories. With some simple planning and preparation, here are some easy ideas and tips to make your child’s party run smoother.
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Kid’s Involvement Step one: talk with your child about what he wants for his birthday party. It’s his day, so talk to him about whom he’d like to invite and what he’d like to do. Size The size of the party will help determine the other parameters of the day. Watch out for inviting too many kids. “When you invite a smaller number of kids, it makes it more enjoyable for your child, you, and the rest of the kids,” says Angela Dean, mom of two. Another point to consider is that when you invite certain kids, do they have siblings that will want to join along? Think through how you want to word your invitation if siblings are not invited. Three weeks ahead of the party, send out evites or paper invitations by snail mail, so families can save the date. To Theme Or Not to Theme? Themes do not have to be complex. Check out birthday party websites to explore different themes if your child is not sure what she wants. And keep decorating simple. “Balloons are enough. You don’t need all those streamers and extra decorations,” says Kellie Knutson, mom of four. Food Fabulous candies and cute cookies adorn the pages of magazines, but they don’t have to adorn your table. Instead, pick easy healthy snacks to go along with the cake. Remember to
Find Help Elicit help from a parent friend to come early and help put the finishing touches on your party or stay late to help you clean up. Delegate the task of taking pictures or helping write down the gifts your child opens. Goodie Bag Or Not? Dollar stores are a treasure trove for tiny gifts like pencils, erasers, a bottle of bubbles etc. Yet, not every birthday party sends home goodie bags. A craft activity such as a decorated picture frame or painted flower pot can go home with the artist.
Cake and Ice Cream Decide if you want to make and decorate the cake on your own or buy it at a store or bakery. Cupcakes or plain sugar cookies can be baked beforehand, and the party activity can consist of the kids decorating their own cupcake or cookie. Ice cream can be scooped out with an ice cream scooper, put in a cupcake paper liner, placed on a cookie sheet and put in the freezer the night before. When cake is cut, pull out the cookie tray from the freezer and serve each child. Games and Activities Pick age-appropriate games and walk through the game beforehand to see if it works for the area that you planning on using. “Games where the kids move around like musical chairs, relays, and races are great because young children have such short attention spans,” says Knutson. Cover tables with either butcher paper or a clear vinyl tablecloth if you have any messy activities. The kids can draw on the paper, too, while they are waiting to be served.
Protect Your Pets If you have inside pets or the kids will be outside around the dog, lock up your pets for their own protection. Some children are afraid of dogs and some kids do not know how to treat pets properly. Last Minute Preparation Hints The day before the party, grab a shoebox and put your camera, batteries, the cake knife, matches, a permanent marker, pen and paper, and scotch tape in it. Put names on drinking cups with a permanent marker. Have a list of all the attendees so your helper can write down the name of the gift when your child opens it up. Be prepared for your child or another child to become overwhelmed with all the activity and need some quiet time. Have a quiet area for anyone who needs it. Planning and thinking through the different components of a birthday party can help you and your child enjoy her day
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Calling All Room Moms: A Valentine’s Day Party Every February 14th, thousands of students celebrate Valentine’s Day with a classroom party. They exchange Valentine’s cards, make a craft and play a few games. As a Room Mom, it can be hard to come up with ideas that the kids have not seen before. If you are still struggling with ideas for your child’s classroom party, look no further. Crafts Valentine’s Day Vases – Purchase small vases from the dollar store, along with glue, paint brushes, Epson salt and red food coloring. Before the party, mix the Epson salt with the food coloring to give the salt a pink glow. Set up a station to include 6 gallon zip bags filled with the Epson salt mixture. Have the kids paint the outside of the vases with glue and when the vase is covered, place inside the zipped bag. Move the mixture around to cover the vase evenly. This works well with votive candles, too. Family Bracelet – The kids can make this project for their best Valentine (a.k.a. Mom) — or someone else they hold special. Purchase elastic string and beads to make a family bracelet. Choose bead colors to correspond with birthstone colors — red for January, purple for February, etc. — and let the kids choose the bead colors for their family. Find heart shaped spacer beads to complete the design. Corkboard Frame – For this project, you will need ¼” thick corkboard cut into 4” squares, clear pushpins and colored yarn. Have the kids arrange the pushpins in the
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Pam Molnar is a freelance writer and mother of three. She has been a Room Mom for 10 years.
In the excitement of the party, kids can go through these activities fast! Looking for a quick game to play to pass the time until the party ends? Every Room Mom should keep these games in her classroom party arsenal. Heads up 7up – Every child sits at his desk with his head down and one thumb up. Seven children are chosen to be “it.” These seven quietly go around the room picking one thumb to push down. When everyone is through, the seven go to the front of the room. Those who had their thumb moved stand up and guess who did it. If they are right, they switch places and get to be it. If they are wrong, the actual person who moved their thumb gets to stay and play again. Four corners – Choose four Valentine’s Day words like heart, cupid, love and valentine. A Room Mom stands in each corner of the room holding one of those words on a piece of paper. The teacher closes her eyes as the students pick one corner to stand in. The teacher calls out a word and those students standing in that corner have to sit down. Play continues until one person is left standing. Silent Ball – All the students are seated at their desk. Using a yarn ball, have the students throw the ball to each other. A student is out if it is a bad throw (not to the person), if someone drops it or if someone gets out of their seat to catch it. Students who are out have to get out of their seat and stand in the front of the classroom. Last one seated is the winner.
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Parenting an only child comes with plenty of perks. Just ask Hope Austin: She has more time and energy to play with her 3-year-old daughter Grace, she isn’t drowning in childcare expenses, and she knows Grace will have more money for college. But that doesn’t mean raising a singleton is easy. “With the cost of childcare and the fact that I’m about to go back to school, I just don’t know if I can give her a sibling. But I wonder if I’m doing the right thing.” Increasingly, researchers say that she is. Like Austin, many of today’s parents are opting for just one child, and new research is challenging long-held assumptions that siblings are a must for a happy childhood. Downsizing the family The iconic image of two parents surrounded by two or three rosy-cheeked children is slowly disappearing. Until 1967, over two-thirds of Americans preferred a family of three or more children, but in a 2007 Gallup poll, half of Americans said the ideal family contains one, two, or no children. According to government reports, America’s birth rate declined from its 1957 peak of 3.7 children per woman to 1.9 children per woman in 1980. Today, the number of children per family hovers at 1.88, and over 20 percent of women have only one child. A singular advantage? A century after psychologist G. Stanley Hall famously proclaimed that being an only child is “a disease in itself,” researchers are discovering the opposite effect: hundreds of studies show that only children are socially capable and academically adept. One researcher making a strong case for only children is Douglas Downey of Ohio State University. His recent study of 13,500 kids found that any difference in social competence between only children and those with siblings disappears by adolescence: by grade seven, only children were just as popular as their peers with siblings. In another study, Downey found that
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only children have an academic edge over their peers with siblings. He found that as family size increases, each child receives less parental attention and fewer educational resources.
And adult only children fare just fine, according to California State University assistant professor at Heidi Riggio. She found that adult singletons make friends just as easily and display similar social traits as adults who grew up with siblings. According to Jeffrey Kluger, TIME magazine contributor and author of The Sibling Effect: What the Bonds Among Brothers and Sisters Reveal About Us, only children have some key advantages over children with siblings. “Only children tend
RAISING SUCCESSFUL SINGLETONS • Encourage healthy conflict resolution: Don’t shy away from family conflicts. Instead, use them as a springboard for lessons in negotiation, emotional understanding, and self-control. Only children can benefit from observing parents as they resolve minor conflicts. • Promote extended-family relationships: Only children can gain a deeper sense of identity and gain valuable social skills through interactions with extended family members of all ages. • Play as a family: Parent-guided interactions that occur during family play allow only children to develop empathy, social understanding, and behavioral regulation.
to wind up with better vocabulary and a more sophisticated sense of humor, simply because they grow up in a house outnumbered by parents,” he says. Skill-building for singletons Though only children enjoy some advantages, Downey’s research shows that young only children lag slightly in some areas of social development, though the gap disappears later on. Only children have fewer opportunities to key social skills like negotiation and sharing, simply because they aren’t living with other children. Singletons can gain some of the skills children learn from having siblings—including negotiation and joint problem-solving—by developing close relationships with friends and cousins. Childcare can also serve to boost socialization; “Only children can get a great deal of socialization through daycare, because they’ll be interacting closely with the same children for many hours a day,” says Kluger. Regardless of family size, family play is highly beneficial, says Good. The parentguided interactions that take place during family play help children develop behavioral regulation and emotional understanding. One and only When deciding how many children to have, today’s parents have a lot to ponder, says Newman. “No one can decide what the right family size for you except you and your partner,” she says. “The biggest influence on how your kids turn out is your parenting, not how many kids you have.” It’s a message Austin appreciates. She grew up with two brothers, and remembers feeling left out and excluded at times. Though she never wanted to be an only child, she can see herself raising one. Grace is happy and growing up well, she says: “That’s what matters.”
Malia Jacobson is a nationally published health and parenting journalist and mom of three. Her latest book is Sleep Tight, Every Night: Helping Toddlers and Preschoolers Sleep Well Without Tears, Tricks, or Tirades.
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February 2014 Ongoing Events
Albany Historic Carousel and Museum. 503 First Ave. W, Albany. 10a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10a.m.-9p.m. Wednesday. 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 Tools! Exhibition. Benton County Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. 10a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday 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 the objects and shares their stories. For information call (541) 929-6230 or visit http://www.bentoncountymuseum.org. 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 workout. 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. 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 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/node/58#Family%20Climb or call (541) 737-1595 for information. Fifth Annual Cultural Connections Exhibit: Pacific Island Culture. Giustina Gallery, LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, February 11th-March 28th. The vastness of the Pacific Ocean and the isolation of islands allowed many animals, plant life, and cultures to develop and thrive. The Pacific Island cultures are each unique and yet share a common feeling of dream-like paradise to people all over the world. All add wonderful color to the culture of humanity. For information visit oregonstate.edu/lasells/gallery. Hoolyeh International Dance. 1180 25th Ave., SW, Albany. 7-9 p.m. every Monday. $4. For information call (541) 967-8017 or grholcomb96@gmail.com. La Leche League of Corvallis and Lebanon. Free services. La Leche League provides breastfeeding information and encouragement for families by phone, e-mail, group meetings, and online. We serve expectant and/or breastfeeding mothers and their families. We offer information and resources on the normal course of breastfeeding, help with overcoming breastfeeding challenges, and encouragement and peer group support for parents of infants and toddlers. For information about local meetings and programs call (541) 766-0055 or visit http://www.parentingsuccessnetwork.org/community-resources/communityresources/1185-2. 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. MOPS–Mothers of PreSchoolers. First Baptist Church. 125 NW 10th St., Corvallis. 9-11 a.m. First and third Fridays, October-May. $45/year. It is a great opportunity for mothers of preschoolers to get to know each other in an accepting, small-group atmosphere. At every meeting there will be a speaker or video that gives practical tools and insight into the specific things. Childcare is provided during this time. For information contact Sarah MacClary at sarah.macclary@gmail.com or visit www.mops.org.
Music a la Carte. OSU Memorial Union Lounge, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. Noon-12:45 p.m. most Fridays during the fall, winter, and spring terms. Free. These “brown bag” concerts showcase a wide variety of musicians and performance ensembles. Bring your lunch or purchase something from one of several restaurants in the MU. Call (541) 737-4061 or visit http://mu.oregonstate. edu/events-amp-entertainment/music for details. Open Recreation Swim at Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m. MondayThursday, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, 1-9 p.m. Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $4.75/Adults, $3.75/youth 7-17, $2.50/children 0-6. Visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/pool 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 www. cityofalbany.net/departments/parks-and-recreation/aquatics/ albany-community-pool for details or call (541) 967-4521. PEACE Parent Support Group. Osborn Aquatic Center Meeting Room, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6:458:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Suggested donation: $5/adult/evening. Parents deserve a little PEACE. Join this fun, relaxed, ongoing Parent Enrichment and Continuing Education (PEACE) group. Different topic each night. Children swim for free while parents grow in their parenting skills! For more information contact Dave Jackson at (541) 760-9637 or familyconnectionsnight@gmail.com. Recreation/Open Swim at Albany Community Pool. 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays; 2-3 p.m. Wednesdays; 1-4 p.m. Saturdays. $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. Story Time with Puppets. Downtown Carnegie Albany Public Library, 302 Ferry St. SW, Albany. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Free. Kids and YA. For information call (541) 917-7585. Toddler Time Swim at Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. MondayFriday. $4.75/Adults, $3.75/youth 7-17, $2.50/children 0-6. Children 6 and under are invited to enjoy a fun, mellow time in the pool. Siblings 8 and under welcome. The relaxed experience during this special session is designed to help infants and toddlers grow comfortable in the water. 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-1p.m. first Mondays. Free/ members; $5/non-members. All tours of the Whiteside Theatre start promptly on time. 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 will be paid at the door on the day of the tour.
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Androcles and the Lion. Russell Tripp Performance Center, LBCC, 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany. 7 p.m. February 7th; 2 p.m. February 8th and 15th. $5. One of Aesop’s most beloved fables, Androcles & The Lion is a heartwarming tale of freedom and friendship presented by LBCC’s Children Theater. For information/tickets visit visit www.linnbenton.edu/current-students/involvement/ russell-tripp-performance-center/current-season. Eco-Film Festival: Nothing Like Chocolate. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $5-$10 suggested donation. Nothing like Chocolate reveals the compelling story of the relentless Mott Green, founder of the Grenada Chocolate Company. For information visit sustainablecorvallis.org/2014/01/2014-film-festival. Eugene Ballet’s Scheherazade. Corvallis Main Stage Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $15 and up. A visual feast of exotic scenery and costumes showcase Dennis Spaight’s choreography. Nikolai RimskyKorsakov’s sweeping dramatic score rounds out a uniquely memorable interpretation of the classic 1001 Arabian Nights. The Company sets eyes and ears on fire with Toni Pimble’s original choreographic interpretation of Maurice Revel’s Bolero. For information visit app.arts-people.com/ index.php?theatre=csd. 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 www.cityofalbany.net/parks/facilities/acp.php for details or call (541) 967-4521. Linn County Home Show. Linn County Fair & Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Rd., Albany. 3-8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $4/adults; $3/seniors; Free/16 yrs. and under. Spring fever is coming! Get fresh ideas for the backyard. Plants, ponds, spectacular decking, and fencing all on display. Play the Passport Giveaway with cash prizes and support the local food drive to earn a dollar off admission. For information call (503) 364-1716 or visit www.oregonhomeshows.com Nymphs in Nature. Avery House Nature Center, 1200 SW Avery Park Dr., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m. $32/four-week session. Fridays February 7th-28th. Ages 2-5 (adult participation optional). February is mammal month. Bounce, borrow and nibble with the nature center’s new bunny. Learn about local rabbits and pikas. Make fun ears, and get ready to hop over, under, around, and through. For information/ registration e-mail ahnc@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org or call (541) 758-6198. Teens Modern Dance. Oddfellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 4:15-5:35 p.m. Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m. Fridays. $42/month/1 class per week-$75/month/2 classes per week. Beginning or continuing students learn a variety of Modern Dance styles. All classes include floor and center work, body swings, balance, footwork, jumps, leaps, turns and choreography. Notify Donna at ervin95@comcast.net or call (541) 752-6329 if you would like to stop in for a free trial class or to observe. For information visit www.moderndancetechnique.com.
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One of Aesop’s most beloved fables, Androcles & The Lion is a heartwarming tale of freedom and friendship presented by LBCC’s Children Theater. Where: Russell Tripp Performance Center, LBCC, 6500 Pacific Blvd., SW, Albany. When: Friday, February 7 at 7 p.m.; February 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. Cost: $5 Info: www.linnbenton.edu/currentstudents/involvement/russelltripp-performance-center/currentseason.
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An Evening of Barbershop Music. Jefferson Middle School. 1344 N 2nd St., Jefferson. 7-9 p.m. $10; Free/12yrs. and under. An event presented by the Jefferson Lions Club featuring Eugene Cascade Chorus, Social Insecurity Quartet, Jabberwocky, Diamond Dames, Te-Treads, Jeffersion High Harmonix and Jefferson High Concert Choir. All proceeds go back into the community. For information call (541) 979-1787. Audobon Society Field Trip. Benton Center, 757 NW Polk Ave., Corvallis 7:30 a.m. Second Saturdays. Membership varies, starting at $15. Of interest to beginner birders and birders new to Oregon’s mid-valley area. Time is spent identifying local birds by sight and song in the valley’s National Wildlife Refuges—Finley, Baskett Slough, and Ankeny, as well as other birding areas locally. For information visit www.audubon.corvallis.or.us/field_trips. Beginner Bonsai Class. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 2-4 p.m. $45 including supplies and instructions to complete one Shimpaku Juniper bonsai. Must attend free demo at 1 p.m. to participate. Form information/registration call (541) 753-6601. Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath. 1-3 p.m. Saturdays during the school year. $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).They also offer lessons, lap swim, aqua fitness, and swim team. Visit www.philomath.k12.or.us/pool or call (541) 929-3584 for information. Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April 12. One of western Oregon’s oldest weekly indoor winter markets, it offers a broad variety of products to the local shopper in fine quality crafted items from artist drawings to handcrafted jewelry. From organically grown vegetables and fruits to artisan baked breads, this weekly market offers a broad selection for those wishing to support locally grown foods. Local musicians perform each week. For information visit corvalliswintermarket.wordpress.com. Cupid’s Cowboy Challenge Rough Stock Rodeo. Linn County Fair & Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Rd., Albany. 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) $12/advance; $15/ door; Free/6 yrs. and under. Event includes bareback riding, saddle bronc & bull riding, barrel racing, bull poker & mutton bustin. For information call (541) 895-5335 or visit www.wildwesteventsinc.com. Insights into Gardening. La Sells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $30/pre-registration; $35/door. This is a day-long seminar offering practical, hands-on learning for home gardeners and gardenersto-be. Whether you are an experienced or novice gardener, new to the area or an Oregon native, you will find plenty
of ideas to make your gardening easier, more enjoyable and more successful. For information/registration/schedule visit extension.oregonstate.edu/benton/insights. Kid’s Night Out: Nerf Guns with Laser Lights. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $12/child for Valley Parent readers! Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Snacks and beverages are provided. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for information. 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: Suet Feeders. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 11 a.m. $5/child. Little Sprouts will be making suet bird feeders to take home and entice the beautiful neighborhood birds into their yards. For information/ registration call (541) 753-6601. Love Stories of the Whiteside Theatre Tour. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 2-3:30 p.m. $12/advance; $15/door. This guided walking tour involves a walk through history to the present day and the true love stories of the couples who met, dated, and fell in love at the historic venue. A great romantic date choice! For information visit whitesidetheatre.org/events.php. Prenatal Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon Saturdays. $10/class or $70/10 classes. Prenatal yoga is a great way to prepare the body and mind for birth, boost mood, and reduce pregnancy aches and pains. Modifications are available to meet various backgrounds and levels of experience. This class is open to women in any stage of a complication-free pregnancy. For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit www. ecofusionfitness.com. 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-in-corvallis. Sweetheart Fashion Show & Dessert Bar. Chintimini Senior Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m. $7/ advance; $10/door. Fundraiser for the Chintimini Senior Center. See volunteers model the latest fashions, courtesy of Christopher & Banks, Sibling Revelry, and other local businesses. Enjoy a dessert bar featuring gourmet cookies
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and bars during the show, compliments of Stoneybrook Lodge. Register today by calling (541) 766-6959. Linn County Home Show. See 2/7.
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Corvallis-OSU Piano International: Haochen Zhang. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 4 pm. $20-$50. Haochen Zhang, the 2009 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medal winner, will perform Brahms’ Intermezzi, Op. 117, Beethoven’s Sonata in A flat major, Op. 110, Liebermann’s Gargoyles, Op. 29, selections from Préludes, Book II by Debussy, and Stravinsky’s Three Movements from Petrushka. For information call (541) 758-0036 or visit oregonstate.edu/ lasells/events. Linn County Home Show. See 2/7.
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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) 9089190 or visit http://www.corvallishula.com. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. Clemens Community Pool. Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath. 6-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. $40/10 lessons. Ages 6 mos.-6 yrs. Children will learn to become comfortable in the water and practice basic water safety skills depending upon age and level. For information call (541) 929-3584 or visit www.philomath.k12.or.us/resources/clemens_pool.php. Science Pub- Pacific Lamprey Conservation. Old World Deli, 341 2nd St., Corvallis. 6-8 p.m. Free. Take a trip underwater with Jeremy Monroe and Carl Schreck to see lamprey in their native habitat. Hear what researchers are doing to understand the lamprey lifestyle and what can be done to sustain lamprey and preserve their function in freshwater ecosystems. Call (541) 737-4717 or visit http:// oregonstate.edu/terra/science-pub-corvallis for information. Southtown Performers Spotlight. Fire Works Restaurant, 1115 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 8-10 p.m. Free. Enjoy a great new show every Monday at FireWorks! The Southtown Performers Spotlight is a family-friendly evening of entertainment, featuring music, song, and poetry by local artists. Visit http://southtownlive.com/events.html. Sign up in advance on Facebook by messaging Öcean LiffAnderson or call (541) 754-6958 for information. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7.
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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 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) 5562470. Like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook. com/ReignBatonTwirling. Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. Impulse Bar & Grill, 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6-7:30 p.m. $40/fourweek 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. Tuesdays. See http://imaginecoffee.net/ events-in-corvallis/ for information. Contemporary Dance. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 4-4:50 p.m. Free/first class. Beginner 6 yrs. and up. A perfect transition class from creative dance towards more dance technique. For information visit www. DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070. Gearing Up For Gardening. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Beastly Beauties: Coping with Aggressive/Invasive Plants. Dealing with those problematic plants you may have bought at plant sales or nurseries. Presented by Loren Russell, Ph.D. Entomology, Esteemed Local Naturalist, Native Plant Society of Oregon. Co-sponsored by the OSU Extensions Office, LBCC Benton Center, and the Library. Bring your lunch! For information visit www.thebestlibrary.net/adultevents. Irish Dance/New Beginner. An Daire Academy of Irish Dance, Eastgate Business Ctr., 33815 Eastgate Cir., Corvallis. 4-4:45 p.m. Tuesdays. $50/month. First class is free to see if you would like to learn Irish Dance. For information visit http://andairecorvallis.com/schedule.html or e-mail corvalliscelticarts@gmail.com. Mama Baby Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St.,
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Children’s Performing Art Series: Comedy Juggler Alex Zerbe Alex has been voted Seattle’s Funniest Pop Comic. His show is an array of stunts, physical comedy, and audience participation. Described as a human cartoon, Zerbe’s show includes such maneuvers as mouthjuggling ping pong balls, chopping celery with a thrown playing card, silly dancing, and funny raps. He has appeared on “America’s Got Talent!,” “Last Comic Standing,” and is a hacky-sack world champion. Where: Linn-Benton Community College Forum, 6500 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. When: Saturday, February 15; 10 a.m. Cost: Free Info: (541) 917-7777 or www.cityofalbany.net. 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. Outdoor Fitness Series, Part 2: Food and Water. First Alternative South Store Meeting Room, 1007 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. With JessBFit, learn about various options for trail foods and hydration strategies for your next backcountry skiing or snowshoe outing. Learn how many extra calories people burn in winter activities and how to eat enough while on the go. Other topics include fluid requirements, the hype about electrolytes, and how to keep water from freezing when the temperatures drop below 32 degrees. Food and beverages provided. For information visit www.eventbrite.com/e/outdoor-fitnessseries-part-2-food-and-water-for-winter-recreation-tickets9640853051?aff=eorg. Ready Together-School Success! Presbyterian Church, 114 8th Ave., Corvallis. 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through March 18th. Free. Be a Ready Parent and raise a Ready Child. Class will teach parents techniques to build skills in their 2-6 year old children that research shows are most important for school success. Topics include how to help children express feelings, calm down, share, wait, take turns, and develop knowledge of shapes, numbers, and early reading skills. Free child care available. Call (541) 917-4899 at LBCC Family Connections to register. 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. Teen Tribal Dance. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce St., Corvallis. 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays through June. Free. American Tribal Style (ATS) dance is welcoming to females from all backgrounds and body types. The focus on positive and supportive team mentality provides a great environment in which teen girls can flourish during this challenging time in their lives. The class will present tribal dance moves from around the world including Africa, Egypt, Native America, Spain, and India and will offer the opportunity to learn about costuming techniques from around the globe. For information e-mail instructor Antigone Cook at antigonepilates@comcast.net, call (541) 740-4632, or visit www.tribalrisingdance.com. Teen Writers Group. Corvallis Public Library, Youth Activity Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Every Tuesday. Teen Writers Group is open to all teens ages 12-18 interested in writing. This group is led by a local YA author, Bryan Bliss. For information call (541) 766-6794. 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. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8.
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Albany Fitwalkers. Villas of Courtyard Villa, 1929 Grand Prairie Road. SE, Albany. 7 p.m. Second 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) 9267890 or email her at wrozy@yahoo.com. All Boys Hip Hop. Dance Corvallis, 1898 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First class is free. $40/ month for returning students. Boys can benefit from dance and from the concentration and strength that dance builds. These classes are designed to encourage athleticism. Boys will work on individual skills as well as a group combination. Visit www.dancecorvallis.com for details or call (541) 556-2470.
Atos Piano Trio Performance. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30-9 p.m. $24/advance; $27/ door. Sponsored by Chamber Music Corvallis. The Trio has played throughout Europe and North America, including at Wigmore Hall, the Concertgebouw, Frankfurt’s Alte Oper, and Carnegie Hall. They have released recordings of works by Beethoven, Brahms, Schubert, and Schumann. This is their first appearance for CMC. For ticket information visit www.chambermusiccorvallis.org/tickets.html. 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. Creative Movement. Oddfellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 3:30-4:20 p.m. $12/single class, $40/month. Children 4½ to 6 years explore the elements of dance: shapes, rhythm, tempo, pathways, and more. Notify Donna at ervin95@comcast.net or call (541) 752-6329 if you would like to stop in for a free trial class or to observe. For information visit www.moderndancetechnique.com. Flow Yoga. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 8-9 p.m. Wednesdays; Noon-12:50 p.m. Thursdays. $7 or punch card available, $30/5classes. Adult fitness. Students leave class feeling joyful, restored, and ready for whatever tomorrow may bring. For information visit www. DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070. Geisel Book Club for Beginning Readers. Corvallis Public Library Youth Activity Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Second Wednesday. Open to any child in grades K-2 who is beginning to read. Monthly meetings include a discussion about the book, activities, and other stories. This month’s title is Bink and Gollie by Kate DiCamillo. A limited number of copies of each title will be available at the Youth Reference Desk. For information call (541) 766-6794 or visit www.thebestlibrary.net/library-events-kidslinks-119. 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. OSUsed Store Food Drive Discount Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. Noon-3 p.m. Free admission. For every three donated OSU Food Drive items, receive a coupon worth up to $20. Store 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 or call (541) 737-7347. Pre-Natal Yoga. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. 7-8:15 p.m. $11-12. 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/libraryevents-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. Teen Makers. Corvallis Public Library, Youth Activity Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6 p.m. Second
and fourth Wednesday. Free. Arduino and Raspberry Pi are low cost, open-source, physical computing platforms that can be used to learn programming, detect sensor input, blink LEDs, and control motors. The Library has purchased SparkFun Inventor’s Kits and Raspberry Pi boards for Teen Makers to learn programming and explore electronics. Bring your own laptop if you would like. For information call (541) 766-6794. The River of Doubt Book Discussion. Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave., SE, Albany. 6:30p.m. Free. The River of Doubt, by Candice Millard, is the true story of Theodore Roosevelt’s harrowing exploration of one of the most dangerous rivers on earth, a black, uncharted tributary of the Amazon that snakes through one of the most treacherous jungles in the world. The River of Doubt brings alive these extraordinary events in a powerful nonfiction narrative thriller that happens to feature one of the most famous Americans who ever lived. For information visit library. cityofalbany.net. Yoga in the Gallery. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 10-11 a.m. $5 suggested donation. Explore the world of yoga and enjoy a sense of community in the beautiful setting of The Arts Center’s main gallery. The hour-long session will be 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 visit http:// theartscenter.net/calendar/events. Zumba! Adult Fitness. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 9:30-10:20 a.m. Wednesdays; 8:30-9:20 a.m. Fridays. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes. Punch card available. For information visit www.DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070. Family Swim. See 2/7. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10.
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Beginner Hip Hop. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free/first class. Teen/adult. A fun and supportive class setting for those with little or no dance and/or hip hop experience. For information visit www. DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070. 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 Meetings. 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 www.llli.org. Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 11 a.m. Free. Children ages 3-6 to explore their world interactively through books, songs and finger plays. A craft follows every story time. Call (541) 258-4926 or visit www.lebanon.plinkit.org for information. Lyrical Jazz. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:45-8:45 p.m. $13/session. Teen/Adult, open level. A technique class exploring the expressive and emotional side of contemporary jazz dance choreography. Try a class! For information visit www. DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070. Modern Dance I. Oddfellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 3:45-4:45 p.m. $12/single class, $40/month. Children 8-10 years will learn basic ballet and Modern technique in a variety of contemporary dance styles. All classes include floor and center work, body swings, jumps, leaps, turns, and choreography. Notify Donna at ervin95@ comcast.net or call (541) 752-6329 if you would like to stop in for a free trial class or to observe. For information visit www.moderndancetechnique.com. Teen Yoga. LiveWell Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Ste 101, Corvallis. 4-5 p.m. Free. Teens learn to get stronger and more flexible, feel easier and happier in their body, and relieve stress and relax. For information e-mail frontdesk@ livewellstudio.com. Flow Yoga. See 2/12. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8.
Friday 14
Kid’s Night Out: New Expanded Laser Lights. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $12/child for Valley Parent readers! Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Valentine treats will be
provided. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for information. Parents’ Survival Night. The Little Gym, 958 NW Circle Blvd., Suite A, Corvallis. 6 p.m. $30/members; $35/general. Parents call it a break from the kids; kids call it a break from their parents. Parents enjoy some adult time while the children get quality “kid time” in a safe, fun, familiar place with trained instructors who lead them through games and music-filled activities. Call (541) 753-0950 to register. Prenatal and Postnatal Belly Dance. Ecofusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 4:30-5:30 p.m. $10/drop-in; $8/ pass. Belly dance basics for health, fitness, and feminine health with prenatal and postnatal focus. For information visit ecofusionfitness.com or brittabandit.com. R.E.A.D. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2:30-4 p.m. Free. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a R.E.A.D. dog. All beginning readers are invited to come share their love for the R.E.A.D. A special book give away will be included for each child who reads to a dog. For information call Dana Campbell at (541) 766 6794. Winter Symposium: Transformation without Apocalypse. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis.1-7:30 p.m. February 14th; 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday. Free. This symposium will engage the essential experiment, testing a different set of ideas about how to live on Earth. It will include an environmental and social activists’ fair so people can immediately begin channeling the inspiration of the event into new alliances. For information/registration visit liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/ node/953. Nymphs in Nature. See 2/7. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7. Zumba! Adult Fitness. See 2/12.
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Children’s Performing Art Series: Comedy Juggler Alex Zerbe. Linn-Benton Community College Forum, 6500 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. 10 a.m. Free. Alex has been voted Seattle’s Funniest Pop Comic. His show is an array of stunts, physical comedy, and audience participation. Described as a human cartoon, Zerbe’s show includes such maneuvers as mouth-juggling ping pong balls, chopping celery with a thrown playing card, silly dancing, and funny raps. He has appeared on “America’s Got Talent!,” “Last Comic Standing,” and is a hacky-sack world champion. For information call (541) 917-7777 or visit www.cityofalbany.net. Family Music Fun. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Av., Corvallis. 11-11:45 a.m. Free. Kids under 12. Family participation music and movement program. For information contact Peik-Kuan Lim at (541) 766-6481. Fly Fishing Film Tour. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. $10/advance; $15/door. In addition to showcasing world-class fly fishing films, The F3T is dedicated to supporting the local fly shops and conservation groups that form the backbone of the sport’s educational and environmental efforts. This event is sponsored by the Blueback Chapter #196 of Trout Unlimited. All proceeds will go to the Blueback TU’s conservation and restoration programs. For information/tickets visit www.flyfilmtour.com. Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising Concert. Troubadour Music Center, 521 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 8 p.m. $10. Free/ children 10 and under. This award-winning roots music quartet will take the audience on a journey through their five original CDs, sharing stories that are truly the stories of everyone. Members include the 2008 RMA Bluegrass Songwriter of the Year, the 2010 City Love Music Songwriter of the Year, and the lead singer whose songs have been compared to those written by Woody Guthrie and Bruce Springsteen. For information call (541) 7527720 or visit www.phoenixrisingband.org. OSUsed Store Food Drive Discount Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. Noon-3 p.m. Free admission. For every three donated OSU Food Drive items, receive a coupon worth up to $20. Store 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 or call (541) 737-7347. Rose Care: Pruning, Organic Approaches. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis.1 p.m. Free. This rose care seminar will review how to properly prune roses to encourage bountiful blooms and a healthy plant. Organic approaches to fertilizing and protecting roses will also be shared. Arrive early and have gardening tools sharpened by Richard Erickson of Horizon Distribution just in time for spring pruning. Richard will also be around after the seminar to provide soil testing. For information visit garlandnursery.com/events.html. Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 2/8. Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. See 2/8. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Story Time for Kids. See 2/8.
Winter Symposium: Transformation without Apocalypse. See 2/14.
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After the Freeze: What to do About Freeze-Damaged Plants. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 1 p.m. Free. The coldest temperatures in 40 years occurred this winter. This took quite a toll on yards and gardens, leaving a lot of questions: Is that plant dead or will it come back? Should I prune it back or will that make it worse? This seminar will share just what to do with freeze-damaged plants. Feel free to bring photos of plants for help. For information visit garlandnursery.com/events.html. Hoolyeh International Dance. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 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. International Brotherhood of Magicians. Red Cross Building, 3388 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. 2 p.m. third Sundays. 7 yrs. and up. Fees start at $35/yr. A social club dedicated to advancing the art of magic performance, interest, and fellowship. For information contact Janet Vance (541) 752-3900.
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School’s Out Swim. Albany Community Pool. 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 1-3 p.m. $3/Youth, $3.50/Adult, $10Family. Visit http://www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ parks-and-recreation/classes or call (541) 967-4521 for information. Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 2/10. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10. Southtown Performers Spotlight. See 2/10. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7.
Tuesday 18
Agriculture Policy: Study and Consensus. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. Free. This program will include presentations by the League of Women Voter’s Agriculture Study Committee, followed by consensus questions for discussion. Issues to be covered include current technology issues (genetically modified organisms, herbicides, pesticides, agriculture water pollution, aquifer depletion, antibiotics in livestock, and accurate food labeling), and current agriculture finance issues (consolidation in agriculture industries, crop subsidies, and the federal agricultural regulatory process). For information contact Doris Waring at (541) 752-4635. Dining for Women. Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship Church, 2945 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 6:30 p.m. third Tuesdays. An organization funding programs fostering good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency through potlucks where the money saved on the meal is donated to international programs. Bring a potluck dish to share and a donation (any amount, check or credit card preferred). For visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/ Dining-for-Women-Corvallis-Chapter/201679226520781 ?sk=info. East Linn Food Film Series: Symphony of the Soil. Boys & Girls Club, Lebanon. 6:30 p.m. Free. Enjoy the screening of an artistic film celebrating the relationship between soil, plants, and animals. The evening will begin with a brief presentation by film contributor Harry MacCormack, an organic farmer from Philomath, and conclude with a Q&A session. For information contact Katy at (541) 224-8095. Gearing Up For Gardening. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Is It Really True That…? Garden Myths and Realities. Presented by Rich Little, Ph.D. Entomology, Deputy
Agriculture Commissioner (ret), Certified Master Gardener. Co-sponsored by the OSU Extensions Office, LBCC Benton Center, and the Library. Bring your lunch! For information visit www.thebestlibrary.net/adult-events. Baton Twirling Class. See 2/11. Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 2/11. Celtic Jam. See 2/11. Contemporary Dance. See 2/11. Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 2/11. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Ready Together-School Success! See 2/11. Rotary Club of Albany Meeting. See 2/11. Teen Tribal Dance. See 2/11. Teen Writers Group. See 2/11. Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 2/11.
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LEGO Club. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 4-5 p.m. Free. Kids ages 6-13 work independently to create LEGO masterpieces with the LEGOs provided. Call (541) 258-4926 or visit www.lebanon.plinkit.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. R.E.A.D. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 2:30-4:00 p.m. Free. Experience reading time with a four-legged friend. R.E.A.D. stands for Reading Education Assistance Dogs. The program’s mission is to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of registered therapy teams as literacy mentors. For information call (541) 929-3016 or visit www.cbcpl.net or www.welcomewagger.org/read.html. OSUsed Repair Fair. OSUsed Store, 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Bring your broken items and questions; volunteers will help you learn how to repair your belongings for free! Sponsored by Campus Recycling. Specific repair skills and DIY demonstrations offered. For information visit http://tiny.cc/repair-fair or call 541-7375398. All Boys Hip Hop. See 2/12. Baby and Me Storytime. See 2/12. Creative Movement. See 2/12. Family Swim. See 2/7. Flow Yoga. See 2/12. OSUsed Store Food Drive Discount Sale. See 2/12. Pre-Natal Yoga. See 2/12. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10. Rise and Shine Storytime. See 2/12. Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 2/12. Yoga in the Gallery. See 2/12. Zumba! Adult Fitness. See 2/12.
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Anime Club. Main Library, 2450 14th Ave., SE, Albany. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Third Thursday. Fans of Japanese animation meet monthly to play Yu-Gi-Oh or other games, share books, practice drawing in the Japanese style, and meet others with similar interests. Participants are encouraged to come in costume and to bring snack foods and drinks to share. For ages 11 to adult. For information about this program, call Young Adult Services Librarian Doris Hicks at (541) 791-0015 or email doris.hicks@cityofalbany.net. Fiddler on the Roof. Corvallis Main Stage Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave, Corvallis. 7 p.m. opening night; various days and times through March 9th. $10/adults; $8/
students; $5/youth; Free/4 and under. This rendition of the classic Fiddler on the Roof features a two-story revolving set, more than 100 tailor-made costumes, live musicians, and a cast of actors who range in age from 7 to 79. This is not your average high-school musical! Come see another great example of a Corvallis School District production that relies on community artisans and professionals to help shape the future of young performing artists in the school district. For show times and ticket information, visit app. arts-people.com/index.php?theatre=csd. La Leche League Corvallis. Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. Free. Special couples meeting. Breastfeeding information and parenting support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers and fathers/ partners. 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. Mother Goose Asks, “Why?” Pre-School Science Program: Construction! Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10-11:30 a.m. A preschool science program using children’s picture books and handson activities for families. For more information call (541) 766-6794. 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. Beginner Hip Hop. See 2/13. Flow Yoga. See 2/12. Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 2/13. Lyrical Jazz. See 2/13. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Modern Dance I. See 2/13. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Teen Yoga. See 2/13.
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Eco-Film Festival: The Lost Fish. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $5-$10 suggested donation. The Lost Fish is a film to raise public awareness of the conservation needs of Pacific Lamprey, its ecological importance, and its cultural significance among Northwest Tribes. Other film shorts by local filmmaker Jeremy Monroe will be shown. For information visit sustainablecorvallis.org/2014/01/2014-film-festival. Family Movie Swim at Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 7-9 p.m. every third Friday. $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. Monty Python’s Spamalot. Albany Civic Theater, 1st Ave., Albany. 8 p.m. February 21st, 22nd, 28th, March 1st, 6th - 8th; 2:30 p.m. March 2nd and 9th. $14/general; $11/ Senior/Junior. Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the musical Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people. For information visit albanycivic.org/13-14-spamalot. htm. Family Swim. See 2/7. Fiddler on the Roof. Show is at 7 p.m. See 2/20. Nymphs in Nature. See 2/7. Parents’ Survival Night. See 2/14. Prenatal and Postnatal Belly Dance. See 2/14. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/13. Zumba! Adult Fitness. See 2/12.
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Fiddler on the Roof This rendition of the classic Fiddler on the Roof features a two-story revolving set, more than 100 tailor-made costumes, live musicians, and a cast of actors who range in age from 7 to 79. This is not your average high-school musical! Come see another great example of a Corvallis School District production that relies on community artisans and professionals to help shape the future of young performing artists in the school district.
Where: Corvallis Main Stage Theater, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave, Corvallis.
When: Thursday, Febrary 20; 7p.m. opening night; various days Cost: Info:
and times through March 9th. $10/adults; $8/students; $5/youth; Free/4 and under. app.arts-people.com/index.php?theatre=csd.
Gideon Freudmann CelloBop. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 7 p.m. Free. Gideon is a cello innovator, composer, songwriter, and improviser. He plays a fusion of Blues Jazz, Folk, Classical, Rock. Gideon performed last year for the Library’s Fireside Concert and is back by popular demand. For information call (541) 2584926 or visit www.lebanon.plinkit.org. Kid’s Night Out: Nerf Guns, Expanded Laser Lights, and Fog Machine. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $12/child for Valley Parent readers! Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Snacks and beverages are provided. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for information. Veggie Tales “Drive-In” Movie. Santiam Christian School Gymnasium, 7220 Arnold Ave. NE, Corvallis. 2 p.m. Free. All ages. Join Bob and Larry in person to preview their upcoming DVD, “Veggies in Space: The Fennel
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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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Frontier,” before it’s available in stores. Bring duct tape and cardboard (for building a cardboard car) and a bowl for free popcorn to enjoy at the “drive-in.” Drinks will be provided. For information visit www.facebook.com/ events/279679762183431, call (541) 745-5524 x243, or e-mail scsfamilyfun@santiam.org. Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 2/8. Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. See 2/8. Fiddler on the Roof. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. shows today. See 2/20. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Monty Python’s Spamalot. See 2/21. Story Time for Kids. See 2/8.
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Bridal Show. Santiam Place Wedding and Event Hall, 139 Main St., Lebanon. Noon-5 p.m. Free. Local wedding professionals will be available to answer questions. For information visit www.santiamplace.com or call (541) 259-4255. G2T (Garden to Table): Cherries, Blackberries & Raspberries, Peas & Potatoes. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 1 p.m. Free. Spring is just around the corner and it’s about that time to plan for cherries, blackberries, raspberries, peas and onions. In this month’s G2T, learn how to prep, plant, harvest and bring this wonderful produce to the table. For information visit garlandnursery.com/events.html. Sunday Matinee Stitching. Stash Headquarters, 110 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 1-4p.m. last Sundays. Free. Get spinning, plying, and chatting with other area fiber enthusiasts, or bring knitting or crochet project. Wheels, spindles, and mini spinners welcome! For information call (541) 7539276 or visit http://stashlocal.com/classes 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. Fiddler on the Roof. Show is at 2 p.m. See 2/20.
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Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 2/10. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10. Southtown Performers Spotlight. See 2/10. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7.
Tuesday 25
Adventures in Oregon and the Solar System. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30-9:15 p.m. Free. Performance by the Corvallis Community Band and the Willamette Apprentice Ballet. For information visit c-cband.org. Gearing Up For Gardening. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Slug Hunting – Know Your Enemy. Presented by Claudia Groth, Horticultural Consultant, Instructor Oregon Master Gardener Program. Co-sponsored by the OSU Extensions Office, LBCC Benton Center, and the Library. Bring your lunch! For information visit www.thebestlibrary.net/adultevents.
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Baton Twirling Class. See 2/11. Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 2/11. Celtic Jam. See 2/11. Contemporary Dance. See 2/11. Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 2/11. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Ready Together-School Success! See 2/11. Rotary Club of Albany Meeting. See 2/11. Teen Tribal Dance. See 2/11. Teen Writers Group. See 2/11. Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 2/11.
Mardi Gras Parade This family-friendly indoor parade will include miniature floats, walking groups, dance, music, and many other exciting entries. Prizes will be given to winning parade entries. The parade theme this year is exuberance! The use of the traditional set of Mardi Gras colors, purple, gold, and green is encouraged. The indoor parade will be followed by a concert with the band Gumbo. Where:
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Pulse of the Valley Real Estate Forum. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. $25. Learn from eight local experts about ideas, trends and observations related to your life, business and real estate decisions. Proceeds and donations will go to Benton Habitat for Humanity. For information visit corvallispulse. com. All Boys Hip Hop. See 2/12. Baby and Me Storytime. See 2/12. Creative Movement. See 2/12. Family Swim. See 2/7. OSUsed Store Food Drive Discount Sale. See 2/12. Pre-Natal Yoga. See 2/12. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10. Rise and Shine Storytime. See 2/12. Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 2/12. Teen Makers. See 2/12. Yoga in the Gallery. See 2/12.
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Beginner Hip Hop. See 2/13. Hearts of the Valley Talent Search Open Mic Entry. See 2/13. Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 2/13. Lyrical Jazz. See 2/13. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Modern Dance I. See 2/13. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Teen Yoga. See 2/13.
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Eco-Film Festival: Symphony of the Soil. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $5-$10 suggested donation. Symphony of the Soil is an intriguing presentation that highlights possibilities of healthy soil creating healthy plants creating healthy humans living on a healthy planet. For information visit sustainablecorvallis. org/2014/01/2014-film-festival. The Sketchbook Club. Brownsville Art Center, 255 N. Main St., Brownsville. 6 p.m. $10/annual membership. All ages. The Sketchbook Club provides a community of artists, beginners and advanced, young and old, of all types of art. Monthly meetings allow members to increase their drawing skills, expand their use of art mediums, and network with other artists. For information e-mail shavonne. schu@gmail.com or call (541) 990-9478. Family Swim. See 2/7. Fiddler on the Roof. Show is at 7 p.m. See 2/20. Monty Python’s Spamalot. See 2/21. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7.
Saturday, March 1
Annual Spring Bluebird Workshop. Willamette Conference Center, 3700 E. Knox Butte Rd., Albany. 1-3:30 p.m. Free. A workshop on bluebird fun and facts with a slideshow, Q/A discussion, display tables, nest boxes, and related items for sale. For information call (541) 258-6318 for more information. Children’s Performing Art Series: “Border Collie International.” Linn-Benton Community College Gym, 6500 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. 10 a.m. Free. A team of rescued border collies perform world-class Frisbee tricks, play football, basketball, baseball, and soccer. The team is based in Corvallis and has been performing since 1994. For more than 20 years, the Albany Parks & Recreation Department has partnered with local businesses to make these performances a reality in area schools and free Saturday performance. For information call (541) 9177777 or visit www.cityofalbany.net. Mardi Gras Parade. The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 6-8 p.m. $5/starting entry fee. This family-friendly indoor parade will include miniature floats, walking groups, dance, music, and many other exciting entries. Prizes will be given to winning parade entries. The parade theme this year is exuberance! The use of the traditional set of Mardi Gras colors, purple, gold, and green is encouraged. The indoor parade will be followed by a concert with the band Gumbo. For information
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The Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Saturday, March 1; 6-8 p.m. $5/starting entry fee whitesidetheatre.org/events.php.
visit whitesidetheatre.org/events.php. Super Science Saturday. Calapooia Middle School, 830 SE 24th Ave., Albany. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $7/in-city student/ workshop; $9/out-of-city student/workshop. All-day discount available. Grades k-6. Nine workshops include Jolts, Volts, and Wires, Funtastic Physics, and Going Batty. An assembly, “Altered States,” wraps up the day. Bring lunch and beverage. Pre-register at Albany Parks and Recreation. For workshop information visit www.cityofalbany.net/ departments/parks-and-recreation/classes.To volunteer at workshops call (541) 917-7755 or e-mail debbi.richards@ cityofalbany.net. Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 2/8. Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. See 2/8. Fiddler on the Roof. Shows are is at 2 and 7 p.m. See 2/20. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Monty Python’s Spamalot. See 2/21. Story Time for Kids. See 2/8.
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. 5:307:30 p.m. 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. All Boys Hip Hop. See 2/12. Baby and Me Storytime. See 2/12. Creative Movement. See 2/12. Family Swim. See 2/7. LEGO Club. See 2/19. Pre-Natal Yoga. See 2/12. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10. Rise and Shine Storytime. See 2/12. Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 2/12.
Sunday, March 2
Chamber Music Corvallis: Mozart Meets Lennon and McCartney. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $24/advance; $27/ door. Performance by Ebène Quartet, winners of the Gramophone Record of the Year and Echo Klassik Best Chamber Music Recording for their 2009 recording of Faure, Debussy, and Ravel. For information visit oregonstate.edu/lasells/events. Tcha Tee Man Wi Storytelling Festival Family Concert. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis.7-8 p.m. Free. Performances by Olga Loya, bilingual Latina performer, Joe Herrington, cowboy poet and storyteller, and Steven Henegar truth-and-lies-for-alloccasions storyteller. For information visit www.tchateemanwistorytelling.com. Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 2/13. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Monty Python’s Spamalot. See 2/21. Modern Dance I. See 2/13. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Teen Yoga. See 2/13.
Richard Strauss and Vaughan Williams: Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra. LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 3-6 p.m. $18-$30/advance; $20-$32/ door. A musical representation of Strauss’s family and marriage and a concerto for tuba with JáTtik Clark on tuba. For information/tickets visit www.cosusymphony.org. Fiddler on the Roof. Show is at 2 p.m. See 2/20. Hoolyeh International Dance. See 2/16. Monty Python’s Spamalot. See 2/21.
Monday, March 3
Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 2/10. Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Lessons. See 2/10. Southtown Performers Spotlight. See 2/10. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7.
Tuesday, March 4
East Linn Food Film Series: The Greenhorns. Boys & Girls Club, 305 S. 5th St., Lebanon. 6:30 p.m. Free. Enjoy the screening of The Greenhorns, an ode to the grit and spirit of young farmers across America. The evening will begin with a brief presentation by Dirk Detweiler Leichty & Lydia Short, vegetable growers at Fry Road Nursery & Garden in Albany, and conclude with a Q&A session. For information contact Katy at (541) 224-8095. Open House and Student Visit Day. Santiam Christian Schools, 7220 NE Arnold Ave, Adair Village. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Parents and students preschool through high school are invited to meet with teachers, visit classrooms, review curriculum, and tour the campus. Students in grades 7-12 who wish to spend the day shadowing a current student please contact Raelyn at (541) 745-5524 x243 to register. Lunch will be provided. Baton Twirling Class. See 2/11. Celtic Jam. See 2/11. Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 2/11. Mama Baby Yoga. See 2/11. Prenatal Yoga. See 2/8. Ready Together-School Success! See 2/11. Rotary Club of Albany Meeting. See 2/7. Teen Tribal Dance. See 2/11. Teen Writers Group. See 2/11. Tuesday Tea Community Event. See 2/11.
Wednesday, March 5
La Leche League Corvallis. Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 10 a.m. First Wednesday. Free. Breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding mothers. Babies and children welcome. For
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Friday, March 7
Children’s Matinee Concert. Albany Public Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. 4-5 p.m. Free. Part of the Tcha Tee Man Wi Storytelling Festival. Performances by Olga Loya, bi-lingual Latina performer, Joe Herrington, cowboy poet and storyteller, and Steven Henegar truthand-lies-for-all-occasions storyteller. For information visit www.tchateemanwistorytelling.com. Storytelling at the Troubadour. Troubadour Music Center, 521 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. $10. The Tcha Tee Man Wi Storytelling Festival continues with this evening concert for adults and older children. Funny, moving stories share life’s experiences, transport us to other times and places, and draw us into the world of myth and imagination. For information visit www.tchateemanwistorytelling.com/schedule.html%20 Family Swim. See 2/7. Fiddler on the Roof. Show is at 7 p.m. See 2/20. Monty Python’s Spamalot. See 2/21. Teens Modern Dance. See 2/7.
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