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But What of the Parents, Who Must Graduate Too? As with so many other decisions in parenting, it started out being all about our daughter.

A place opened up for her at a nearby Montessori school. We love the Montessori method of teaching and knew it would be a great place for her, and so we decided to make the move to a new school. That was four years ago, and as I said, at that point, it was all about our child.

As the year began, we focused on all the little details of helping her adjust to a new school environment. How is the teacher? Who are her classmates? Is she learning what she’s supposed to know? We learn new names and faces. Soon the new faces have begun to look familiar and we exchange waves and smiles as I drop my daughter off with a kiss in the morning.

And then one day there is a field trip, where I meet other moms who arranged to take the time to do this for their kids as well. There are play dates, as well, where our children can become friends; the moms linger at the door, chatting at the drop off

and pick up, getting to know each other, while doing this for their children.

The big fundraiser, an auction to benefit the school brings us together more and more. We work on projects for the auction, discussing the task at hand, as well as the details of the job, the problems at home and the worries of parenting. The projects grow, and we spend hours in the classroom working with the kids, drawing, sewing, watching the wonder in the faces of the children, so that the next time I run into a mom in the parking lot I tell her how special it was to work with her child. We linger at the end of the day to talk with the teachers — to discuss our children and share a little of our lives.

It is always about the kids, but the tasks find us meeting in the park, or in our kitchens, sharing a cup of tea before sitting down to sew the quilt. We take walks to discuss what’s going on with the children and find ourselves discussing the husbands, the siblings, and life. Gatherings that start as fundraising parties end

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Fussy toddlers are watching more TV A new study suggests that kids who have problems with feeding, attention, sleeping or calming themselves are staring at the TV more than their mellow peers.

Infants and toddlers who were rated as among the fussiest had the most media exposure, regardless of socio-demographic factors. The study also found that persistently difficult toddlers are 40 percent more likely to develop problematic media habits at age 2. “One of the major developmental tasks of children is to learn how to keep still and focus, how to deal with the various stressors and stimuli they encounter,” says the study’s lead author Dr. Jenny Radesky of Boston Medical Center. “When media is used as the primary way to calm kids down that can be a problem, because kids won’t learn how to do it themselves.” Using screen time to try to calm children could create the potential for developmental issues down the road, as the ability to self-regulate is as an important part of childhood development and can be a predictor of future academic success and healthy emotional and social growth.

Diabetes rates still skyrocketing among children and teens New research finds that both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are significantly rising among young people in the United States, leading to concerns of a growing epidemic that could strain the American health-care system. Between 2001 and 2009, Type 1 diabetes rose 21 percent among children and teenagers. Type 2 diabetes increased 30 percent over the same eight-year period. Some scientists have projected that the population with diabetes could nearly triple by 2050, placing a heavy burden on the U.S. medical system.

These increases “are important because such youth with diabetes will enter adulthood with several years of disease duration, difficulty in treatment, an increased risk of early complications,” says to the study in the May 7 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on child health. While researchers said more work is needed to determine the reasons for the rise, they posited that the usual culprit for Type 2 diabetes—obesity—was a factor. The causes of Type 1 are still up for debate, but the study’s authors said the effects of obesity on pregnancy could partially explain the rise.

A third of first-time mothers suffer depressive symptoms

A new study in Australia found that almost one in three first-time mothers suffer symptoms of depression linked to their baby’s birth. The study also challenges the notion that mothers’ birth-related mental struggles usually happen at or after the baby’s arrival—in fact, women are the most depressed when their child turns four. Because the women’s depressive symptoms were often short-lived episodes, they were often not diagnosed with postnatal depression. Because many women mistake the signs of postnatal depression—which include being more irritable than usual or unusually tearful, the inability to enjoy being a parent or worrying unduly about the baby’s health—as being things undergone by all new mothers, the study concludes that more women could have postnatal depression than the usual estimate of 10%-15%.

Bigger role for placenta in newborns’ health A new study has found that the placenta contains bacteria that may influence the course of pregnancy and help shape an infant’s health and the bacterial makeup of its gut. The placenta, a one-pound organ that forms inside the uterus and acts as a life support system for the fetus, contains its own microbiome that may influence pregnancy and an infant’s health. The new study suggests that babies may acquire an important part of their normal gut bacteria from the placenta. During pregnancy, the wrong mix of bacteria in the placenta may contribute to premature births. Although the research is preliminary, it may help explain why periodontal disease and urinary infections in pregnant women are linked to an increased risk of premature birth. The findings also suggest a need for more studies on the effects of antibiotics taken during pregnancy.

Teen reading continues to plummet

Toddlers may be watching more TV, but a new study shows that kids read for fun less and less as they get older, with 45% of 17-year-olds saying they read by choice only once or twice a year. Reading rates have declined significantly in the past 30 years. In 1984, 8% of 13-year-olds and 9% of 17-year-olds said they “never” or “hardly ever” read for pleasure. In 2014, that number had almost tripled, to 22% and 27%, respectively. Girls also tend to read more than boys, as 18% of boys say they read daily, while 30% of girls do.

At the same time, parents are also reading to their kids less than ever. In 1999, children ages 2 to 7 were read to for an average of 45 minutes per day. In 2013, that number had dropped to an average of just over 30 minutes per day. The researchers also found racial disparities: 75% of white children get read to every day, while only 66% of black children do and only 50% of Hispanic children.

That disparity can translate into educational differences as well. In 2013, 46% of white fourth graders were reading proficient, while only 18% of black students and 20% of Hispanic students were reading at grade level. Those trends stayed roughly the same through eighth grade.

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Neanderthals were good parents In happier news, a new study challenges the traditional view that Neanderthal childhood was short, difficult and dangerous. Archaeologists from the University of York studied cultural and social evidence to explore the experience of Neanderthal children. They found that Neanderthal childhood experience was subtly different from that of their modern human counterparts in that it had a greater focus on social relationships within their group. According to study leader Dr. Spikins, “Neanderthal children played a particularly significant role in their society, particularly in symbolic expression…

There is evidence that Neanderthals cared for their sick and injured children for months and often years.”

The study of child burials, meanwhile, reveals that the young may have been given particular attention when they died, with generally more elaborate graves than older individuals. “The traditional view sees Neanderthal childhood as unusually harsh, difficult and dangerous. This accords with preconceptions about Neanderthal inferiority and an inability to protect children epitomizing Neanderthal decline,” Dr. Spikins explained. “But there is a critical distinction to be made between a harsh childhood and a childhood lived in a harsh environment.”

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What Dads Do Best...

Pop culture doesn’t appreciate dads.

Sitcoms make fun of their diapering (in)abilities or portray dads as irresponsible babysitters who feed the kids pizza, ice cream and sugary soda while mom is out for the evening. Personal experience tells me there may some truth in this.

My own husband shows our kids zombie movies and then acts surprised when they refuse to sleep with the lights out. Really.

Stereotypes aside, it can be hard to move past the momknows-best mentality and make room for dads’ different style of parenting. Mom of four, Tsara Shelton of Teague, Tex., says parenting together with her boys’ dad has been the biggest challenge in their happy, 13-year marriage.

“I always want to be the one with the answers and insights! But in truth, it’s been co-parenting that’s blessed my boys with the best of what both mom and dad have to offer.” All moms can learn valuable lessons

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Dads are good with good enough Most moms I know struggle to drown out the nagging inner critic who says we aren’t good enough. We feel intense pressure to keep the house (and kids!) clean and to respond cheerfully to every social obligation.

Our to-do lists never get done. And it’s stressful. Researchers at Auburn University found women are more likely to feel inadequate at home and at work than men because we’re more perfectionistic.

Dads recognize the 80% solution is often good enough. They can walk away from a sink full of unwashed dishes – without feeling guilty – to spend time playing with the kids before bedtime. Moms can’t deny there is wisdom in this approach. Dishes don’t grow up and go off to college. Kids do.

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He apologizes if he got upset or said the wrong thing and asks forgiveness. It takes a humble dad to do that and I love him for it.”

Dads encourage active play Mud pies, snow forts and do-it-yourself science experiments are dads’ domain, says Wendy Valderrama of Denver, Colo., “They do messy fun really well.” Valderrama watches her 3-year-old daughter’s princess wedding ball with prince Daddy every night.

“He lets her take the lead and follows right along with her in the imaginative play,” she says. Dads’ passion for play is a joy to behold.

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Dads encourage risk-taking While moms’ protective instincts lead us to discourage kids from taking physical risks, studies show dads give kids more personal space to explore the environment, even if there is risk involved. Dads often push kids to go outside their comfort zones.

Physical challenges help kids develop strength, coordination and confidence. And, by testing their physical prowess, kids learn valuable skills that could prevent them from getting into serious trouble in the future.

Dads allow kids to learn by doing when moms might be more likely to teach by talking.

Dads set boundaries Because women are focused on preserving social connections, we may avoid family conflict. The mental and emotional effort of peacekeeping can lead to emotional

exhaustion for women, according to research by psychologists at Carnegie Mellon University. Over time, minor frustrations can grow into deep, simmering resentments.

Shelton admits she struggles to establish clear, firm rules for her kids. She sees most issues as gray areas and enjoys discussing the connections between kids’ behaviors, social expectations and cultural pressures.

While moms might see kids’ behavior in shades of gray, dads can take a more blackand-white view. Men are less likely to shy away from conflict because they don’t take it personally. That means they step in and confront interpersonal issues head-on.

The key to parenting well is to figure out which situations require a firm, rule-based response and which ones call for deeper conversation. Dads seem to know this intuitively.

Dads don’t fret Women often wish men would listen to our problems without trying to solve them, but that’s not how men are wired. When things go wrong, dads jump into problemsolving mode and determine what steps they can take to change the situation. If the first attempt isn’t successful, dads try another approach.

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Dads are present Moms take pride in our super-human ability to do five things at once, but there is an undeniable downside. Multitasking prevents us from seizing the joys of the present moment. Lauren Nichols of Farmingdale, NY, praises her husband’s ability to be in the moment with their 4-year-old son. “I admire his ability to slow down and listen to everything our son has to say. It is as if he really remembers what it was like to be a little kid. They are two peas in a pod.”

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You have probably heard about the summer slide—the way kids can lose a lot of the skills, knowledge and motivation they learned during the school year over the lazy, hazy days of summer. And though I am sure you don’t need your child to become the next Einstein or Madame Curie, you probably want to make sure your child will retain all that was learned last year in order to be prepared for the academic year to come.

The key to keeping summer fun and instructive is to mix up informative play and educational screen time. This is also a great way to stave off the inevitable choruses of “We’re bored.”

This summer, set tone that a little learning is an important part of each day, so kids still enjoy the relaxation of summer while keeping up the habit of learning.

Here is a roundup of 21 ways to keep your kids’ minds active all summer long, so your kids will have a happier summer and you won’t worry about the transition back to school come fall:

3. Visit museums in your area.

Find out in advance when the free or low-cost days are to visit local museums and learning centers. Opt for guided or non-guided tour. Be sure to check out the gift shop on your way out for inspired games and toys.

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1. Ask for insight. Check with your child’s teacher to see out what kinds of educational goals she recommends for your child. Aim to support your child wherever he or she stands academically right now to maximize enjoyment of learning.

5. Shop like a teacher. Visit your local book store and stock up on workbooks and educational games. Other things you will find that might motivate summer loungers include timers for breaking the day up into learning chunks, craft supplies for every age, and educational games, videos and music.

2. Sign up for your library summer reading program. Set a minimum reading time each day of thirty to sixty minutes. It can be for a parent-approved book or whatever your child chooses to read. Summer is a great time to check out age-

6. Play store. Pull out a portion of the food in your pantry onto the countertops. Let kids use real money; price items, break out the calculators, and do the math. Make it an all-day affair or a weekly occurrence, if your kids enjoy it.

7. Visit local nature centers, Audubon societies, and nearby gardens. Make a list at the beginning of summer and plan to hit all the regional natural destinations before the first day of school. Then plan a weekly outing and bring along a picnic.

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11. Battle bugs or weeds as research projects. Challenge older kids to solve your ecological challenges by researching and experimenting with natural solutions they track down on the Internet. Keep a log of the results. Give rewards for problems solved.

12. Measure and mix. Put the kids in charge of desserts for the summer. Make sure they create some healthy choices like fruit pops or sorbet, as well as delicious baked goodies like pies, cakes, and cookies. If they get carried away, let them have a neighborhood bake sale.

whole family by showing the math writ large on poster board. Who knows, they just might talk you into a trip you hadn’t thought of yourself.

9. Let them plan a meal. Let the kids become chefs for the day. Let them find the recipes, make the grocery list, cut any coupons, do the shopping, and cook up a storm. Then be a good sport and enjoy whatever they serve.

10. Have a word of the day. Put the word in large letters at the top of a page with the definition just below. Hang the word on the fridge

13. Go multi-media with books you read together. Take turns reading out loud or check out audio books from your library. Once you finish the book as a family, watch the movie together. Compare and contrast the books and the films.

14. Keep a “How I Spent My Summer Scrapbook.” Choose any blank-page, over-sized book with ample pages for writing, collaging, collecting, and embellishing. Set aside time to work on “summer books” every day. Let kids decide whether or not to keep it private or share the results with the family.

15. Sign up for BrainPop. This educational website has over 1,000

short animated movies for kids ages 6 to 17, making it the perfect substitute teacher for your kids over the summer. Best of all, they can pursue topics that interest them.

Check with your child’s school library to see if they have free access. Otherwise a subscription is money well spent on entertaining enrichment.

16. Tackle a big creative project. Choose one that takes planning, creativity, and involvement of others, such as putting on a puppet show, writing a play, or making a movie. Let your child approach the project in his or her own way, and only offer to help if you are needed. Be willing to invest a little money in your child’s creativity and imagination.

17. Visit friends and family around the world. Start with a list of friends and family you know all over the globe. Then once a week, take time to really explore that destination via Google Earth and other online research options.

Expand your geographic horizons further by video-calling and interviewing them about the area where they live. Record each location visited on a wall map.

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19. Commit to a cause. If you child loves animals, spend some time volunteering at the local animal shelter. If she’s a regular fashionista, throw a summer trashion show to raise money for a local charity. Even letting your kids come with you while you give blood is a life lesson that keeps on giving.

20. Share your childhood favorites.

Did you love to make friendship bracelets or collect comic books? Did your husband learn to play guitar or practice scouting skills in the backyard? Summer is the perfect time to share your favorite hobbies and summer pastimes with your kids.

21. Admire intelligence. Find healthy and smart virtual role models for your tween or teen to study over the summer. If your daughter loved science, she might enjoy trying some home experiments created by Bill Nye, The Science Guy. Learn more at http://www.billnye.com/for-kidsteachers/home-demos/. Make a list of virtual summer tutors for each child and indulge in customized summer learning.

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Teaching Children Self-Control The goal of parenting is to prepare our children to be successful, independent, capable, and moral adults. Part of the responsibility of parenting is teaching our children how to control their responses to the world they live in. Through discipline (“to teach”) children learn to master self-control, a vital life-skill for success.

Self-control is the ability to regulate emotions and desires, along with the verbal, nonverbal, or physical expression of those desires, especially when challenged by other people and situations. Children will come to rely on self-control as they move through the stages of infancy and childhood into adolescence and adulthood, calling again and again on their ability to tolerate frustration and to manage themselves in a variety of situations.

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Begin Early Self-control begins when children are infants. When parents empathetically respond to their infant’s needs, the child begins to learn basic trust. A child’s ability to trust his environment and those in it is the foundation for self-control.

Parents also teach their infants how to self-soothe, the first self-regulation skill.

Infants are able self-soothe because they trust that their parents will care for and nurture them. I used to rub my kids’ backs when they fussed before drifting off to sleep, assuring them I was close and responsive.

They calmed and quickly fell into a deep slumber.

Model what you want to see in your child Children learn emotional regulation through parental regulation. When modeling, parents should respond to others and situations the way they wish their children to respond.

Model calmness, even though you may feel otherwise. You are always the teacher.

You are also the student. Take a look at yourself first when you witness your child behaving in a way you do not approve of.

K.I.S.S. Keep it short and simple. For example, with the younger child directions can be something like, “If you hit, you sit.” The parent follows through and when the child is ready, he can reengage with others, with a reminder to “use words not hands.”

Self-control generally improves as children develop and the prefrontal cortex area of the brain, which regulates behavior, matures.

Older children have had years of experience

with rules, routines, and what behavior is expected in a given situation.

Use do-overs and generous praise Parents can go over instructions (do-overs) to reinforce what the behavior they wish to see. Do-overs teach, encourage and strengthen the self-control “muscle” in children. The best time to achieve a do-over is when the child and the parent are calm and the lack of control has recently occurred.

For example, “You sounded mean when you spoke to me. I understand you may be tired, but that is not the way we speak to each other. Try again, please.” And then have your child speak, until he has achieved the proper tone. If he has trouble, model it for him.

Praise him for doing it the way you asked him to. “I like how you spoke to me. Well done!” Praise him for controlling himself.

Repetition and verbal praise, along with a hug and smile, reinforce the self-control you are trying to instill in your child as well as self-esteem.

Help your child notice her lack of control and work on problem solving Discuss the reason(s) why your child becomes out of control. Does she have a specific “flashpoint” or trigger? Is she tired?

Hungry? Overtaxed?

My daughter is triggered by hunger.

She becomes snarky and then downright combative as her blood sugar drops. In her case, we make sure she eats small portions of protein throughout the day. A teen now, she oversees this management task with great

success.

With the help of your child, come up one or two go-to ideas that work for him (and you) when he loses control. For my son, we long ago discovered two options that work well for him. He voluntarily goes to his room to cool off until he feels in control or he takes a long shower to “wash away the emotional dirt.” The child that reemerges is my sweet, thoughtful loving boy.

Focus on the positive Positive reinforcement begets more positive behavior. Bring up the positive whenever possible, “You are so thoughtful and kind. You helped your sister feel better when you sat with her and read to her.” Kids love to be stroked and be noticed for the good behavior they have.

Reward kids for self-control The most sought after reward with my kids is one-on-one time with their dad or me.

We try to be efficient, working in tandem to get things done to allow for more “together” time. “I was able to complete my errand quickly because you were so patient; now I have more time to spend with you. What would you like to do?”

No child is perfect or comes with instructions. Focus on the love you have for your child, your relationship with her, and her strengths and interests. Your child’s selfcontrol will eventually improve if you are consistent with discipline, expectations, and verbal praise.

— Judy M. Miller

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Calendar

June 2014 Ongoing Events

Albany Historic Carousel and Museum. 503 First Ave. W, Albany. 10 a.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. Come 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 what might be the largest chain saw you’ve even seen! This exhibition contains a chain saw that might be the largest you’ve ever seen! The HP35 calculator and the ThinkJet printer are also on display. For information call (541) 929-6230 or visit www.bentoncountymuseum. org.

Corvallis Pokémon League. Corvallis Elks Club, 1400 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 2-4 p.m. Sundays. Free. All skill levels. Play, trade and learn the rules of Pokémon. Bring your own cards or DS games. For information visit http:// corvallispokemon.wordpress.com.

Downtown Story Time with Puppets. Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 SW Ferry St., Albany. 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. every Tuesday through December 2. Free.

Preschool story time with puppet show. For information call (541) 917-7585.

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

Family Climb Time. Indoor Climbing Center, 425 SW 26th St., Corvallis. 4-8 p.m. Monday-Friday during summer break. Cost is $3 per child, $6 per adult with a twokids-per-parent limit. Parents who are RecSports members bring only their current OSU ID to get in. Parents/ guardians must sponsor and belay the child at all times.

Visit http://oregonstate.edu/recsports/hoursor call (541) 737-1595 for information.

Fun-With-The-Animals Work Party. Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary, 36831 Richardson Gap Road, Scio. 10 a.m.noon Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Free. All ages and abilities. Work parties provide the sanctuary’s abused, abandoned, or neglected farm animals with clean water, bedding, and living conditions. No RSVP required; just show up wearing farm apparel and boots. For information call (503) 394-4486 or e-mail Volunteer@lighthousefarmsanctuary.org.

Grass Roots Reading Group. Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. first Tuesdays. 15% discount on chosen book. For information/book titles call (541) 754-7668 or visit www.grassrootsbookstore.com/book-clubs.

History Inspectors: Exhibit-Based Scavenger Hunt.

Albany Regional Museum, 136 S. Lyon St., Albany. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.

Free (donations accepted). Kids can discover the answers to Albany’s history while visiting the museum and earn the title of ARM History Inspector. Includes an activity sheet. For information visit www.armuseum.com/

history-inspectors or call (541) 967-7122.

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

Mommy and Me Dance. Dance Corvallis, 1898 SW 3rd St., Corvallis.1:30 p.m. Thursdays. First class is free. $40/month plus registration fee. Ages 24 months-3 ½ yrs. with an adult. This 40-minute class focuses on teaching young children coordination and the fundamentals of a dance class. They will sing and dance along to their favorite songs, while having fun with new friends. Visit www.dancecorvallis.com for details or call (541) 5562470.

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 http:// www.cityofalbany.net/departments/parks-and-recreation/ albany-community-pool for details or call (541) 9674521.

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.

Sage Garden Work Parties. SAGE Garden, Starker Arts Park, SW 45th and Country Club Dr., Corvallis.

4-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through October. Volunteer at SAGE Garden, growing food for local hunger relief organizations. For information e-mail SAGE@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org.

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-1 p.m. first Mondays.

Free/members; $5/non-members. All tours of the Whiteside Theatre start promptly. Once a tour enters the building the doors are closed and joining the tour is not permitted. Videography of any kind is not permitted. To reserve your space simply e-mailreservations@whitesidetheatre.org with your name, any special arrangements, and the number in your group. Admission is paid at the door on the day of the tour.

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105th Lebanon Strawberry Festival. Cheadle Lake Regional Park, Santiam Hwy. and Weirich Rd., Lebanon.

Free admission; $23/30 Carnival ride tickets. Vendor booths open at 3 p.m. June 6th; 1 p.m. June 7th; Noon June 8th; Carnival opens at noon all days. Tickets available at Chamber of Commerce and OSU Federal Credit Union in Lebanon. For information visit www.lebanonstrawberryfestival.info/.

12th Annual Model Train Exhibit. Corvallis Public

Library Meeting Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis.

10a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Bring the whole family for this free interactive exhibit. Donations of canned or boxed goods will be accepted and donated to the Linn-Benton Food Share. For information e-mail Bonnie at bonnie.brzozowski@corvallisoregon.gov.

Dances for Birth. Ecofusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 4:30-5:30 p.m. $10/drop-in; $8/pass. Dances for Birth combines gentle dance from the Middle East and Africa with yoga to prepare the body for birth. The movements are also great for postpartum healing. For info visit ecofusionfitness.com or brittabandit.com.

Modern Dance Technique’s 23rd Annual Spring Celebration of Dance. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $12/adults; $10/students.

Artistic director Donna Blatt Ervin brings thirty dancers and nine dances for a concert that will delight, inspire, and entertain. Dances range from young dancers portraying Bashful Dragonflies to the music of Bach’s Prelude in C to the energetic, aggressive, nonstop movement of the Advanced Performance group dancing Crow’s Dance to the music of Gabriela Roth and the Mirrors. For information/tickets visit www.majestic.org/23rd-annualspring-celebration-of-dance or call Donna at (541) 7526329.

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

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. Albany Civic Theater, 111 SW First Ave., Albany. 7:30p.m. June 6, 7, 13, 14, 19 to 21; 2:30 p.m. June 15th. $12/general; $9/ senior/junior. This Shakespearean classic melds comedy and tragedy in a unique blend of philosophy and humor.

For tickets/information visit albanycivic.org/13-14-measure-for-measure.htm or call (541) 928-4603.

Strawberry Fair Flower, Quilt & Art Show.

Evangelical Church, 75 East Ash St., Lebanon. 1-4:30 p.m. June 6th; Noon-4:30 p.m. June 7th. Free admission. Quilts and local art will be presented by Santiam Scrappers Quilt Guild and Linn County Arts Guild. For info call Elsie at (541) 207-8481 or visit www.lebanongardenclub.org.

Survival in the Wilderness and Other Places. Sweet Home Ranger District, 4431 Hwy. 20, Sweet Home. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $10/person; $5/senior/Access Pass. Learn survival skills, including how to start a fire in Western Oregon in the snow and when it’s raining. After classroom discussion, there will be a two-mile hike with hands-on experience. Bring day pack, lunch, and anything else necessary for comfort. For information call (541) 367-5168.

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Albany Farmers’ Market. SW Ellsworth St. and SW 4th Ave., Albany. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through November 22.

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

Alsea Falls Switchback Mountain Bike Race. Alsea Falls Recreation area, Alsea. 11 a.m. $35-$40. This is a nice mountain bike race with up to 20 miles of racing and riding. It’s fun for all levels, and we’ll have a post event BBQ. Registration from 8:30-10:30 a.m. day of race. For info call Mike Ripley at (541) 225-7946.

Art Journal Workshop: Natures Nurture with Rachel Urista. Imagine Coffee, 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $25. Learn how to work with nature as a gift and how to tie, glue, and incorporate natural items. For materials list, e-mail rachelurista@ gmail.com.

Beginner Adult Clogging Class. Majestic Theatre,

105th Lebanon Strawberry Festival

Vendor booths open at 3 p.m. June 6th; 1 p.m.

June 7th; Noon June 8th; Carnival opens at noon all days. Tickets available at Chamber of Commerce and OSU Federal Credit Union in Lebanon.

Where: Cheadle Lake Regional Park Santiam Hwy & Weirich Dr., Lebanon.

When: Friday, June 6-8; times vary Cost: Free admission; $23/30 Carnival ride tickets.

Who: All ages Info: www.lebanonstrawberryfestival.info/ 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 9-10 a.m. $5/first class; $10/ drop in; $30/month. Clogging is a folk style type of tap-dancing. Bring hard-soled shoes or tap shoes. For information call Mary Bray at (541) 931-4080 or e-mail cloggerbray@msn.com.

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

Saturdays through June 14, and Mondays and Thursdays June 21-August 23. $3.25/adults, $2.50/student/seniors, free/age 5 and under, $8/family (Attendant of at least 14 years old must accompany children under 7). Also offered are lessons, lap swim, aqua fitness, and swim team. Visit www.philomath.k12.or.us/pool or call (541) 929-3584 for information.

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

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

Corvallis Summer Celebration. Osborn Aquatic Center/Otter Beach, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis.

5-7:30 p.m. Free. What better way to begin the summer than with hot dogs, Otter Beach, cotton candy, a music DJ, and fun activities with celebrity OSU athletes?

Sponsored by Jim Kuhlman, a local State Farm agent.

Registration required.

Downtown Swing and Blues. Odd Fellows Hall, 7 p.m.-Midnight. $5-$7. Join the last monthly swing and blues dance of the school year at Odd Fellows Hall. Nick Davis and Mateo Palfreman of Track Town Swing Club in Eugene will be coming up to lend a hand. Includes an intro lesson before the dancing. For information visit http://corvallisswing.com/events.

Fishing Day & Derby. Roaring River Fish Hatchery, 42279 Fish Hatchery Dr., Scio. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free.

Ages 12 and under. Enjoy a family day of fishing at the hatchery. Transportation not provided. For information call Sweet Home Ranger District at (541) 367-5168.

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

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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.

105th Lebanon Strawberry Festival. See 6/6.

12th Annual Model Train Exhibit. See 6/6.

Modern Dance Technique’s 23rd Annual Spring Celebration of Dance. See 6/6.

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Sunday 8

Air Force Band of the Golden West Concert Band.

LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Free (tickets required; limit 4/person). 3 p.m. The Concert Band, led by Commander and Conductor Captain Jason Plosch, is the flagship of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West and has performed for millions of listeners and inspired enthusiastic critical acclaim as one of America’s premier musical organizations. An evening of music, fun, and surprises – this is an excellent choice for family entertainment. For information call (541) 737-2402.

Buzz about Benton: Bee Hive Tour. SAGE Garden, Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. Come early to participate in hive demos and kids’ activities, taste local honey, and browse the booths of local bee-related items. Visit sites around Corvallis and learn more about our community’s pollinators (the hives will be closed during the tour). For information visit visitcorvallis.com/ai1ec_event/buzz-about-bentonbee-hive-tour/?instance_id=98330.

Hollywood: A Ballroom Dance Tribute to the Silver Screen. The Majestic Theatre, 115 2nd St., Corvallis. 6 p.m. $10/adult; $6/students/kids under 12. Features such dances as the elegant American foxtrot to Gene Kelly’s singing in the rain, the intense Spanish Paso Doble to the music from The Legend of Zorro, the exotic Cuban Mambo from Dirty Dancing. Audiences will be treated to breath-taking lifts, hundreds of beautiful costumes, enchanting theatrical story lines and a variety of ballroom dances that will captivate your heart. For information/ tickets visit www.majestic.org/hollywood.

105th Lebanon Strawberry Festival. See 6/6.

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Breastfeeding Lifestyle. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Dr., Corvallis. 11 a.m.-Noon. Free. Learn how to provide optimum nutrition for baby even after returning to work. For information visit www.samhealth.org or call (541) 768-4752.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. First Baptist Church, 125 NW 10th St., Corvallis. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Mondays. $5/class. All shapes, sizes, and levels of ability are invited to try this gentle form of Hawaiian dance and expression. For information call Barb Landau at (541) 908-9190 or visit http://www.corvallishula.com.

Science Pub – Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. Old World Deli, 341 2nd St., Corvallis. 6-8 p.m. Free. Conservation biologist Cristina Eisenberg will discuss why protected, intact wilderness matters even more today than it did in 1964 when the Wilderness Act was signed. Call (541) 737-4717 or visit http://oregonstate.edu/terra/science-pub-corvallis for information.

Southtown Performers Spotlight. FireWorks Restaurant, 1115 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 8-10 p.m. Free.

Enjoy a great new show every Monday at FireWorks featuring music, song, and poetry by artists from Open Mic. Visit http://southtownlive.com/events.html. Sign up in advance at www.Facebook.com/fireworksopenmic or call (541) 754-6958 for information.

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Art Tuesdays: Still-Life Drawing/Painting.

Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Work on still-life skills.

For information visit http://thesketchbookclub.wordpress. com.

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) 760-3467. Like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ReignBatonTwirling.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. Impulse Bar & Grill, 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6-7:00 p.m. $40/four-

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Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure This Shakespearean classic melds comedy and tragedy in a unique blend of philosophy and humor.

Where: When: Cost:

Info:

Albany Civic Theater, 111 SW First Ave., Albany.

June 6, 7, 13, 14, 19 to 21 at 7:30p.m.; June 15 at 2:30 p.m. $12/general; $9/senior/junior.

Visit albanycivic.org/13-14-measure-for-measure. htm or call (541) 928-4603.

week course. Beginner course (16 and older) in Cuban Salsa (Casino) and Rueda de Casino (a fun, group dance from Cuba). Learn the first set of fundamental motions and basics to this amazing dance, and be immediately infused into an incredible community of people who love the music and culture of Cuba. Call (541) 230-1114 or see http://www.rumbanana.org/Classes.html for information.

Bow Wow Bingo. Elks Lodge, 1400 NW 9th St, Corvallis. 7 p.m. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. $20./book and dauber. Six games are played throughout the evening. All proceeds after payout benefit Heartland Humane Society.

For info call (541) 757-9000 ext. 109, or e-mail www. heartlandhumane.org or donate@heartlandhumane.org.

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

Mama Baby Yoga. EcoFusion Fitness, 116 SW 4th St., Corvallis. 9:45-10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $70 for 10 sessions or $10 drop in rate. A yoga class for moms and babies 2 weeks to 4 months. For information, call (541) 740-2516 or visit www.ecofusionfitness.com.

Public Community Art Workshops. Benton County Fairgrounds, 4-H Exhibition Building, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. $5 suggested donation over 6 yrs. All ages. Paint, collage and found object murals, and 3-D sculptures. No experience necessary. Brought to you by Backbone Murals and Mosaics.

For information call Kathy at (541) 456-2211, e-mail thejeds@peak.org, or visit https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Backbone-Murals-and-Mosaics-Community-Created-ArtWorks/1405268656417962.

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 Makers: Programming with Arduino. Corvallis Public Library, Youth Activity Room, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 4-5:30 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays.

Free. Ages12-18. Make cool stuff with SparkFun Inventor’s Kits for Arduino that includes all the bits needed to build a series of basic circuits, no soldering required. Kits will be provided. Feel free to bring a laptop. For information visit www.thebestlibrary.net/ spotlight/1350-make-it-programming-with-arduino or call (541) 766-6794.

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. 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. every Tuesday. Free. Teen Writers Group is open to teens 12-18 yrs. who are 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 info.

Yoga in the Gallery. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 6-7 p.m. Tuesday; 10-11 a.m.

Wednesday. $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 Marcy Keuter, a certified yoga instructor and The Arts Center volunteer. 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.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

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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) 926-7890 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.

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.

Family Swim. Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE, Albany. 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. $3/ youth, $3.50/adult, $3.25/senior, $10/family. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Visit http://www.cityofalbany.net/departments/parksand-recreation/albany-community-pool for details or call (541) 967-4521.

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 Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Carnival Prize

by David Adler. Joint book club with the Afterschool Chapters Book Club will include a carnival-themed party.

A limited number of copies of each title will be available at the Youth Reference Desk. For info call (541) 766-6794 or visit www.thebestlibrary.net/library-eventskidslinks-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.

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

OSUsed Store Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. 5:307:30 p.m. 1st Wednesday; 12-3 p.m. other Wednesdays; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 3rd Saturday. Free admission. Items for sale include computers and computer accessories, furniture (desks, file cabinets, tables, chairs, bookcases, etc.), office supplies, sporting goods, household items, bicycles and much more. See www.surplus.oregonstate.edu for information.

Pre-Natal Yoga. Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. 7-8:15 p.m. $50/30-day intro offer. Using a carefully chosen set of poses, students learn to support their changing bodies and develop the strength and openness needed for giving birth and the breath and mindfulness skills which are essential to childbirth and motherhood. For information, call (541) 224-6566 or visit www. livewellstudio.com.

Relaxing Flow Yoga. Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. 8-9 p.m. Wednesdays. $7 or punch card available, $30/5classes. This fun, all-levels class takes students from energizing sun salutations and strengthening standing poses to deeply relaxing floor work to stretch and open. Students leave class feeling joyful, restored, and ready for whatever tomorrow may bring.

For information visit www.DowntownDanceCorvallis. com or call (541) 829-0070.

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

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

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. The Osborn Aquatic Center. 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. 6:45 a.m. Free. Meet every Wednesday for fellowship, breakfast, and an informative and interesting presentation from a guest speaker. Local projects have included stage curtains for Lincoln School, clothing for residents at Jackson Street Youth Shelter, and art supplies for schools. For information visit www.corvallismorningrotary.org.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Thursday 12

Conversations from the Corrine Woodman. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Noon-1 p.m.

Free. Kate McGee and Joey Azul talk about their work in the Corrine Woodman Gallery. For information call (541) 754-1551.

Forest Friends Nature Play. Avery House Nature Center, 214 SW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-3 p.m. Thursdays through July 3rd. $20/class.

Ages 3-5. Squirrels, birds, bugs, and frogs! There are so many friends to make in the forest. Tell stories, sing, play movement games, create fun nature art projects. To register call (541) 758-6198 or e-mail averyhousenaturecenter@gmail.com.

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.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. City Parking Lot, Main and Grant Sts., Lebanon. 6-9 p.m. through October 23rd. Celebrating its 5th year as a local market, the large variety of vendors provide fresh farm produce.

For info rmation visit http://lebanondowntownfarmersmarket.org/index.htm.

Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 11 a.m. Free.

Children ages 3-6 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.

Public Community Art Workshops. Benton County Fairgrounds, 4-H Exhibition Building, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. $5 suggested donation over 6 yrs. All ages. Paint, collage and found object murals, and 3-D sculptures. No experience necessary. Brought to you by Backbone Murals and Mosaics.

For information call Kathy at (541) 456-2211, e-mail thejeds@peak.org, or visit https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Backbone-Murals-and-Mosaics-Community-Created-ArtWorks/1405268656417962.

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.

Tribal Dance Class. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $12/drop-in. All levels. A community-style dance. For information call (541) 740-4632 or e-mail AntigonePilates@comcast.net.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Friday 13

Cascadia Cave Heritage Tour. Sweet Home Ranger District, 4431 Hwy. 20, Sweet Home. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $10/ person; $5/senior/Access Pass. Easy, family friendly hike.

Follow the historic footsteps of the Kalapuya Indians along the lower floodplains of the South Santiam River.

The trail may be muddy, so bring appropriate footwear.

For information call (541) 367-5168 or visit www. fs.usda.gov/willamette.

Downtown Dance Spring Showcase. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW Second St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. $10.

Showcase includes hip-hop, contemporary, jazz and creative dances from over 100 performers from age 3 to adult. Tickets are available at Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis. For information call (541)--8290070 or visit www.DowntownDanceCorvallis.com.

Legacy Ballet’s A Step In Time. Russell Tripp Performance Theater, 6500 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany.

7:30 p.m. June 13th; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. June 14th. $10.

Legacy Ballet presents their annual recital. For information call (541) 791-9071, e-mail legacyballet@q.com, or visit http://www.legacyballet.com.

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.

School’s Out Luau. Osborn Aquatic Center, 1940 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis. $5/adults; $4/youth ages 7-17; $2.75/child under 7. 1-5 p.m. Celebrate the end of the school year with this Luau-themed pool party. Play games, win prizes, and get ready for summer fun. For information call (541) 766-7946 or visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=275.

Zumba! Downtown Dance, 223 NW 2nd St., Corvallis.

Noon-12:50 p.m. $7/drop-in. $30/5 classes. Punch card available. Join the fun! For information visit www.

DowntownDanceCorvallis.com or call (541) 829-0070.

Dances for Birth. See 6/6.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Saturday 14

Audubon 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.

Becoming a New Sister or Brother. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Dr., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m. Free. Children will learn about baby care and see a film on pregnancy, delivery, and adjusting to a new sibling. Children should be at least 3 years old and accompanied by an adult. For information call (541) 768-4752 in Corvallis or (541) 812-4301 in Albany.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. Corner of Park Ave. and North Main St., Brownsville. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. E-mail farmersmarket@gocfa.org for information.

Daily Life 1863 at the Monteith House. Monteith House Museum, 518 SW 2nd Ave., Albany. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Donations accepted. Living history event with reenactors displaying daily life of the 1850s. For information call (541) 928-2469 or visit http://www.albanydowntown.com.

Journey to the Center of Albany. Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 SW Ferry St., Albany. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Presented by the Albany Visitor’s Association, kids can pick up a map and passport and begin the journey!

Receive a free photo for the booklet. Locate each check point and accomplish a mystery task. There will be face painting, bookmark craft, sidewalk chalk, bubbles and prizes. Shuttles to downtown businesses will be provided. For information call (541) 928-0911 or visit www. albanyvisitors.com.

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: Carnivorous Plants. Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy. 20, Corvallis. 11 a.m. $5/child. Planted flowers are beautiful and home-grown veggies are cool, but what is more awesome than having a plant that eats bugs? At this month’s Little Sprouts, we are pulling out the fascinating carnivorous plants. The class will review different types of carnivorous plants, which insects they like best (they can be a little picky), and how to care for them. Each child will take home his or her very own car-

nivorous plant. To register call (541) 753-6601.

Paper Pets – Paper Collage Workshop. 956 NW North Pointe Dr., Albany. 1-4 p.m. $50. Bring your favorite animal picture to this workshop with Anna Tewes. For registration/information call (541) 223-1478 or email Anna@annatewes.com.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Beginner Adult Clogging Class. See 6/7.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Legacy Ballet’s A Step In Time. See 6/13.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Story Time for Kids. See 6/7.

Sunday 15

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

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Monday 16

Baby Storytime. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 10-10:30 a.m. First and third Mondays. Free. Ages 0-12 months. Older siblings welcome. Enjoy songs, movement, and books. Explore literacy concepts that can be used at home. For information call (541) 929-3016.

Lebanon Garden Club. Noon. Free. Enjoy a fun-filled discussion of culinary herbs, including crafting and cooking ideas. All garden enthusiasts welcome. For information, location, and directions call (541) 401-2336, e-mail lebanongardenclub@gmail.com, or visit http:// www.lebanongardenclub.org.

OR Humanities Conversation Project: Beyond Human? Science, Technology, and the Future of Human Nature. Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 7-8 p.m. $2. How might science and technology challenge and reshape our understanding of what it means to be human? Prakash Chenjeri, an associate professor of philosophy at Southern Oregon University, will lead participants in a thoughtful conversation. For information visit http://whitesidetheatre.org/ events.php.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 6/9.

Southtown Performers Spotlight. See 6/9.

Tuesday 17

Art Tuesdays: BAA Member Art Presentation.

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

Author Presentation: Kelly Kittel. Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. Free. Kelly Kittel tells the story of her sons, not always pleasant but not without moments of joy. Kittel is a fish biologist by profession. This is her first book. For information call (541) 754-7668 or visit www.grassrootsbookstore.com/ event.

Concerts in the Park. Gazebo, Central Park, 650 Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 8-9 p.m. Free. Tuesdays through August. The themes of summer concerts change weekly. June 17: Highlights from local musicals (Gypsy and Fiddler on the Roof) with principals as soloists No seating is provided, so audience members are encouraged to bring low chairs and/or blankets.

For schedule visit http://visitcorvallis.com/ai1ec_event/ concerts-in-the-park-2014/?instance_id=100748.

Modern Voices Reading and Discussion Group. Main Albany Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. Noon-1 p.m. Third Tuesdays. Free. Adults. The group reads and

discusses books of all kinds, including fiction and nonfiction. Bring lunch or indulge in one of the treats provided by the Friends of the Albany Library. This month’s book is Under the Wide and Starry Sky, by Nancy Horan. For information visit albanypubliclibrarymodernvoices. blogspot.com or call (541) 791-0112.

Baton Twirling Class. See 6/10.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 6/10.

Celtic Jam. See 6/10.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Public Community Art Workshops. See 6/10.

Rotary Club of Albany. See 6/10.

Teen Tribal Dance. See 6/10.

Teen Writers Group. See 6/10.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Wednesday 18

Animal Drawing Day Camp. Brownsville Art Center, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 9 a.m.-Noon through June 20th. $20 or $10/day including sketchbook; $15 or $5/ day with own sketchbook. Learn how to draw different animals each day: cats & dogs; horses, deer, and goats; and birds and mythical creatures. Students will learn how to use photo references, draw from models, and draw creatures from imagination. For information call (541) 990-9478 or e-mail shavonne.schu@gmail.com.

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.

The Third Option: Building Better Marriages. Osborn Aquatic Center Meeting Room, 1940 NW Highland Dr, Corvallis. 6:45-8:45 p.m. 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays of each month. Recommended donation: $5/adult/evening.

The Third Option is a fun, safe place to invest in your marriage 2-3 times a month. And if you have children, they can have a great time swimming while you do.

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

All Boys Hip Hop. See 6/11.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 6/11.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 6/11.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 6/11.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 6/11.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 6/11.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 6/11.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Thursday 19

Anime Club Meeting. Main Albany Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Ages 11 to adult.

Children under 11 must be accompanied by a parent.

Fans of Japanese animation are invited to attend Anime Club to play games, create artwork, and meet others with similar interests. For information call Doris Hicks at (541) 791-0015.

La Leche League Corvallis. Multicultural Literacy Center, 128 SW 9th St., Corvallis. 10 a.m. first Wednesday; 6 p.m. third Thursday. Free. Breastfeeding information and support for expectant and breastfeeding

Chintimini Chamber Music Festival The Chintimini Chamber Music Festival, founded in 2001, is built around performers who grew up in Willamette Valley and are now pursuing concert careers in classical music.

Where: First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis.

When: June 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $22 and up.

Info: Visit http://visitcorvallis.com/calendar-of-events/ tag_ids~204 or call Joan Caldwell at (541) 753-2106.

mothers. Babies and children welcome. For information call (541) 766-0055 or visit http://lalecheleagueoregon. webs.com/localcorvallis. Find us on Facebook as LLL Willamette Valley.

Mad Science Spin, Pop, Boom. Lebanon Public Library 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 11 a.m. Free. Mad Science brings their exciting science demonstrations and experiments to the library. For information visit www.lebanon. plinkit.org or call (541) 258-4926.

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.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. See 6/12.

Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 6/12.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Public Community Art Workshops. See 6/12.

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Teen Yoga. See 6/12.

Tribal Dance Class. See 6/12.

Friday 20

Chintimini Chamber Music Festival. First Congregational UCC, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $22 and up. The Chintimini Chamber Music Festival, founded in 2001, is built around performers who grew up in Willamette Valley and are now pursuing concert careers in classical music.

For information visit http://visitcorvallis.com/calendarof-events/tag_ids~204 or call Joan Caldwell at (541) 753-2106.

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

Laurie Lewis & Tom Rozum Concert. The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. $15-$20.

These Grammy-nominated artists are widely regarded as among the leading lights of modern bluegrass. Laurie will be performing many new songs with one of her favorite musicians, mandolin maestro Tom Rozum. For tickets/information visit www.majestic.org/laurie-lewis.

Parents’ Night Out. YMCA, 3311 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. $9/first child; $7/siblings for members; $12/$10 for non-members. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 8 weeks-10 yrs.

Sign up early, space is limited. For information call Angie Duncan at (541) 926 -488 ext. 318.

Pioneer Picnic 2014. Historic Downtown Brownsville.

1 p.m. June 20th-June 22nd. Free. The theme is “Honor Our Past” and focuses on family fun with games, food booths, a logger jamboree, equestrian events, talent shows. For information visit www.historicbrownsville. com/content/BR4_pioneer.html.

Dances for Birth. See 6/6.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Zumba! See 6/13.

Saturday 21

Ancient Art, Modern Science: A Breastfeeding and Parenting Conference. Benton Center, 757 NW Polk Ave, Corvallis. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $15/family. Sessions will be on birth, breastfeeding, baby-wearing, couple relationship, children and screen time, and family activities. Babies and young children welcome. No childcare provided. For schedule/information visit http://lalecheleagueoregon.webs.com/events, call (541) 753-6889, or e-mail ceelf@aol.com or zanesr@centurytel.net.

Brown Bag Lunch Series: Collections Care-Photos.

Albany Regional Museum, 136 S. Lyon St., Albany. Free/ members; $2/guests. Noon. Beverages provided. For information call (541) 967-7122 or visit www.armuseum. com/museum/events.

Carousel Fundraiser Summer Solstice Nosh Tour.

Albany Visitors Association, 110 SE 3rd Ave., Albany.

4-7:30 p.m. $50. Climb on board the fully-restored carousel mechanism and get a close-up look at the carousel carving studio while celebrating the longest day of the year with a behind-the-scenes tour of Albany’s restaurants. Meet Albany chefs and hear how they create their tasty treats. Ride a historic trolley from stop to stop and kick off your summer with a night of fine food and drink. For reservations call (541) 928-0911, visit http:// albanyvisitors.com/2011/11/29/albany-nosh-tour-2013/ or stop by the Albany Visitors Association.

Community Days. A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village,

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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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1116 NE Marion St., Salem. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Community Days are opportunities for families to explore science and the Village through hands-on learning. This community day is possible thanks to support from Portland General Electric. For information visit http://acgilbert.org.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. Swanson Park, 705 SE Railroad St., Albany. 1-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays; 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thrusdays; 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $4-$5/adult/senior; $3.25-$4.25/Youth 6-17; $2.50-$3/under 6. Punch cards/ season passes available. The pool features a zero depth entry and is 4.5’ deep at its deepest. COOL! has a 36’ high slide and a Lazy River. The play structure is surrounded by a large amount of water that is only 18” deep. For info visit www.cityofalbany.net/departments/ parks-and-recreation/cool-pool or call (541) 917-7777.

Family Music Fun. Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 11-Noon third Saturdays. Free.

Kids under 12. Family participation, music, and movement program led by experienced music instructors. For information contact Peik-Kuan Lim at (541) 766-6481.

Group Hug for the Arts. The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 1-5 p.m. Free. Flash Mob photo at 2 p.m. sharp. Music, fun art activities, and cake. This event is to get people to associate The Arts Center with fun. For information e-mail cynthia@theartscenter.net.

Kid’s Night Out: Nerf Guns with Laser Lights and Fog Machine. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $15 ($12/child for Valley Parent readers). Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Snacks and beverages are provided. Space is limited. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for info.

Up All Night. YMCA, 3311 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany.

7:30 p.m.-7 a.m. $20 ($15 if only staying until midnight). 5th through 8th graders. Open to members and non-members. There will be swimming, games, dancing and movies! Dinner and breakfast will be provided.

Concessions will be available for purchase throughout the evening. For information call Angie Duncan at (541) 926-4488.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Beginner Adult Clogging Class. See 6/7.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. See 6/14.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 6/11.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. See 6/6.

Story Time for Kids. See 6/7.

Sunday 22

Bicycle Birding: Willamette Park/Kendall Natural Area. Crystal Lake Sports Field Parking Lot, 1199 SE Fischer Ln., Corvallis. 9 a.m.-Noon. Free. Bring a bicycle helmet, water and binoculars. Group will ride slowly, listen for birds, and stop frequently. Trip lengths are less than 10 miles. For information contact Don Bouchon (541) 753-7689 or e-mail bouchdon@peak.org” Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

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Elementary School, 1615 SW 35th St. and Hoover Elementary School, 3838 NW Walnut Ave., Corvallis.

9 a.m.-Noon through June 27th. Ages 4-6. $30/resident; $38/non-resident. Recreation Station is a child’s chance to create crafts, explore nature, play games, hear stories,and learn about sports. Snack is provided. For information call (541) 766-6198.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. 3311 SW Pacific Blvd., Albany. 10-11 a.m. Monday-Thursday through July 3. $36/members; $54/guests. These two-week sessions will be held through August. For information call Krista at (541) 926-4488 ext.305 or visit www.ymcaalbany.org.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 6/9.

Southtown Performers Spotlight. See 6/9.

Tuesday 24

All About Breastfeeding. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Dr., Corvallis.

6:30-8:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays. Free. Learn about the many benefits of breastfeeding, how to get started and establish a good milk supply, prevent common problems, maintain good nutrition during lactation, and learn baby’s normal feeding behavior in the early weeks. For info call (541) 768-4752 or visit www.samhealth.org.

Art Tuesdays: Open Studio. Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:30-9 p.m.

Free. Bring projects to work on in the studio. For information visit http://thesketchbookclub.wordpress.com.

Baton Twirling Class. See 6/10.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 6/10.

Celtic Jam. See 6/10.

Concerts in the Park. Soul Music, featuring vocalist Anne Hubble. See 6/17.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Public Community Art Workshops. See 6/10.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/23.

Rotary Club of Albany. See 6/10.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Teen Makers: Programming with Arduino. See 6/10.

Teen Tribal Dance. See 6/10.

Teen Writers Group. See 6/10.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Wednesday 25

Chintimini Chamber Music Festival. Children’s Concerts at the Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Free.

Featuring Tunji and the Giant, an African folk tale of a boy surprised by his own courage, music by David Mullikin; and Swimmy by Leo Lionni with music by Karim Al-Zand. See 6/20 for more info.

Baby and Me Storytime. See 6/11.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 6/11.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 6/11.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 6/11.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/23.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 6/11.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 6/11.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Thursday 26

Leapin’ Louie Comedy Show. Lebanon Public Library 55 Academy St., Lebanon. 11 a.m. Leapin’ Louie is high energy comedy show that includes lasso tricks, juggling, magic and audience participation. Louie has performed his comedy show on stages in 25 different countries around the world. This is a program for the whole family. For information visit www.lebanon.plinkit.org or call (541) 258-4926.

Lego Brick Building Club. Main Albany Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Ages 6 and up. For information call Doris Hicks at (541) 791-0015.

Stories & Puppets with Scott Keeney. Main Albany Library, 2450 SE 14th Ave., Albany. 10:30-11 a.m. Free.

All ages. Join retired children’s librarian Scott Keeney for a very special story time. For information call Doris Hicks at (541) 791-0015.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Hearts of the Valley Talent Search Open Mic Entry.

See 6/12.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. See 6/12.

Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 6/12.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Public Community Art Workshops. See 6/12.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/23.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Teen Yoga. See 6/12.

Tribal Dance Class. See 6/12.

Friday 27

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

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Dances for Birth. See 6/6.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/23.

Saturday 28

Kid’s Night Out: Nerf Guns with Laser Lights and Fog Machine. Wacky Indoor Bounce, 202 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 5:30-9:15 p.m. $15 ($12/child for Valley Parent readers). Parents go wacky while your kids enjoy a night out. Snacks and beverages are provided. Space is limited. For reservations call (541) 757-6512 or visit www.wackybounce.com/kidsnightout.html for information.

Open Soul Painting with Rachel Urista. Love Yoga Studio, 630 NW Hickory St., Albany. 4-7 p.m. $40.

Workshop is for non-painters and painters alike. No experience is needed. This is about free expression, being in the moment, making marks on a page, and working with color. To register visit http://opensoulcommunication.com/workshops.

Sketchbook Club: Field Trip to Garland’s Nursery.

Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. 10 a.m.

Field Trips are a great way to learn how to draw out in the world and a fun way to record a new place. For info e-mail shavonne.schu@gmail.com, call (541) 990-9478, or visit http://thesketchbookclub.wordpress.com.

Albany Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Beginner Adult Clogging Class. See 6/7.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market. See 6/14.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Story Time for Kids. See 6/7.

Sunday 29

Sunday Matinee Stitching. Stash Headquarters, 110 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 1-3 p.m. last Sundays. Free. Bring a knitting project or a spinning wheel and socialize with other fiber enthusiasts! 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.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Monday 30

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/23.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Pu’uwai O Ke Kuawa Heart of the Valley Hula. See 6/9.

Southtown Performers Spotlight. See 6/9.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Tuesday, July 1

Art Tuesdays: Figure Drawing. Brownsville Art Center, City Hall, 255 N Main St., Brownsville. 6:45-9 p.m.

Free. Rhonda Fleischman instructs this class with a live model. For information visit http://thesketchbookclub. wordpress.com.

Baton Twirling Class. See 6/10.

Beginning Cuban Salsa Dancing. See 6/10.

Celtic Jam. See 6/10.

Chintimini Chamber Music Festival. Children’s Concert at the Monroe Community Library, 380 N. 5th St., Monroe. 10 a.m. Free. Featuring Tunji and the Giant, an African folk tale of a boy surprised by his own courage, music by David Mullikin; and Swimmy by Leo Lionni with music by Karim Al-Zand. See 6/20 for more info.

Concerts in the Park. Patriotic Favorites, featuring the Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir. See 6/17 for

more info.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Public Community Art Workshops. See 6/10.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/30.

Rotary Club of Albany. See 6/10.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Teen Tribal Dance. See 6/10.

Teen Writers Group. See 6/10.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Wednesday, July 2

Baby and Me Storytime. See 6/11.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Corvallis Farmers’ Market. See 6/7.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Irish Dance/New Beginner. See 6/11.

La Leche League Corvallis. See 6/19.

OSUsed Store Sale. See 6/11.

Pre-Natal Yoga. See 6/11.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/30.

Rise and Shine Storytime. See 6/11.

Rotary Club of Corvallis Mornings. See 6/11.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Yoga in the Gallery. See 6/10.

Thursday, July 3

Iron Mountain to Tombstone Pass Heritage Hike.

Sweet Home Ranger District, 4431 Hwy. 20, Sweet Home. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. $10/person; $5/senior/Access Pass. Difficult, 6-mile hike. Explore the cultural history, wildflowers, panoramic views, and geologic formations that surround these two landmarks. For information call (541) 367-5168 or e-mail tfarque@fs.fed.us.

Red White & Blue Riverfront Festival. Riverfront Park, NW Jackson Ave. & NW First St., Corvallis.

5-10:30 p.m. July 3rd; 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. July 4th.

Free. Celebrate the nation’s birthday on the downtown banks of the beautiful Willamette River. Features live music, a delightful array of food vendors, colorful craft booths, and kids’ activities: inflatables, a rock climbing wall, and a bungee jump. For information call (541) 754-6624 or e-mail joan@downtowncorvallis.org.

River Rhythms. Monteith Park, NW Water Ave., Albany. 7 p.m. Free. John Nemeth with the Bo-Keys; Soul/Blues; plus a fireworks show. For information/ schedule visit http://riverrhythms.org.

Wacky Bounce: Red, White, and Blues Festival.

Riverfront, First St., Corvallis. $12/unlimited daily pass; $5/5 rides. Five large inflatables will be set up at the event. Call (541) 757-6512 or visit for information.

Clemens Community Pool Open Rec. See 6/7.

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Lebanon Downtown Farmers’ Market. See 6/12.

Little Bookworms Preschool Storytime. See 6/12.

Mama Baby Yoga. See 6/10.

Prenatal Yoga. See 6/7.

Public Community Art Workshops. See 6/12.

Recreation Station Summer Camp. See 6/30.

Swim Lessons at the YMCA. See 6/23.

Teen Yoga. See 6/12.

Tribal Dance Class. See 6/12.

Friday, July 4

All-American Anyone Can Join, Fabulous, Fantastic Fourth of July Parade. Central Park, 8th St., Corvallis.

9:30 a.m. Free. Walkers are first in line, vehicles last.

Parade goes East on Monroe Ave. to First St. and proceeds to the Skate Park where parade disbands and heads down to Red, White, & Blue Riverfront Festival.

Parade takes about 30 minutes. For information call (541) 754-6624 or e-mail joan@downtowncorvallis.org.

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

Cool! Pool Open Swim. See 6/21.

Dances for Birth. See 6/6.

Family Swim. See 6/11.

Red White & Blue Riverfront Festival. See 7/3.

Wacky Bounce: Red, White, and Blues Festival. See 7/3.

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