Philomath News

Philomath TOPS Meeting
2026-02-02 09:00, 2026-02-09 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath chapter of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 9 a.m. Mondays at Peace Lutheran Church with weigh-in preceding the meeting from 8:30-9 a.m.

Dementia Warriors Coffee Connections
2026-02-02 10:00, 2026-02-09 10:00 | Timber Towne Coffee, 1427 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Dementia Warriors Coffee Connections meets at 10 a.m. Mondays at Timber Towne Coffee in Philomath. From the organizer: “Come savor this casual opportunity to connect and laugh with people with dementia/Alzheimer’s and caregivers.”

Moonlight Country Mixer at the Grange
2026-02-02 18:30 - 22:30 | Marys River Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
Jamie Lee Dancing presents Moonlight Country Mixer. Every Monday 6:30-10:30 p.m. at Marys River Grange, 24707 Grange Hall Rd., Philomath. Cost: $5. All ages welcome. Parking limited to Grange Hall lot. Country swing and line dance lessons from 6:30-7:30.

Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting
2026-02-03 09:00 | Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR, 97333
The Benton County Board of Commissioners typically meet for regular meetings at 9 a.m. on the first and third Tuesdays each month at the Kalapuya Building. Holidays and special events occasionally forces the board to move a regular meeting to another date.

Philomath Rotary Club Meeting
2026-02-03 12:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Please come to the Philomath Rotary Club meeting event on February 3 at noon in the fellowship hall of Peace Lutheran Church. All Rotarians and community members are welcome.
Discussions will be Philomath Rotary Club upcoming community service goals:
• Continued discussions on community service projects and goals such as Peace Pole installations at 5 school grounds and 1 at the Philomath Community Services.
• Continued discussion and announcements for the 24th annual Salmon & Jazz fun-raiser event on April 18th, 2026.
Main discussion will be on City of Philomath Community Vision 2050 Stakeholder meeting. Rotary Club of Philomath stakeholder committee representatives (limit 2 per organization – Robert Hulshof-Schmidt and Rebecca Sweet). The discussion will be our organizational goals with a 15 minute interview video recording with the City of Philomath.
We hope you can come and please remember lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to rotaryfred@hotmail.com if you will be attending so we can plan the number of meals.
There will be a board meeting following meeting at 1 PM.

Philomath Park Advisory Board Meeting
2026-02-03 17:30 | Philomath City Hall, 980 Applegate St., Philomath
The Board meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Access Park Advisory Board agenda packets here.

PHS Boys Basketball vs. Newport
2026-02-03 17:30 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Philomath High’s boys basketball team is scheduled to host Newport at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3.

Philomath Community Meal
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 | College United Methodist Church, 1123 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Free meal and fellowship — everyone welcome! Live music, prayer room, delicious meal. Sponsored by Philomath Area Churches.

Yoga at the Grange
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Marys River Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
Instructor Laura Coen leads Yoga at the Grange Tuesdays from Dec. 2-March 17.
No Registration Required. For more information, send email to: lauraploeg@yahoo.com
Laura has been teaching yoga to adults, children and families since 2014. She believes individuals can experience a mindful connection to themselves and the world through the practice of yoga. With a mindful connection to self, both adults and children can feel better, have more self-control and more self-awareness. A strong sense of self allows for more stable connections with others. Laura hopes to help yoga students find stability in themselves, and therefore become more productive, helpful and healthy members of their community.

Philomath Evening Book Club
2026-02-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath Evening Book Club meets at the Philomath Community Library on the first Tuesday of each month (unless noted). Copies of book club books are available monthly at the library; please ask at the front desk.

PHS Girls Basketball vs. Newport
2026-02-03 19:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Philomath High’s girls basketball team is scheduled to host Newport at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3.

Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce Greeters
2026-02-04 08:30 - 09:30 | Maxtivity Creative Space for Community Arts, 1604 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Join us for Greeters for complimentary coffee, treats, prizes and networking. 8:30-9:30 am at Maxtivity
Greeters gatherings are typically held the first Wednesday of each month from 8:30 – 9:30 am at various Chamber member host locations throughout Philomath.
Come network in a fun and relaxed atmosphere! It’s a great opportunity to visit Philomath Chamber members and show support for our business community. This program gives business owners an opportunity to promote their operations to a core group of actively involved business people in the community. Lively and uplifting, there’s no better way to make connections and build professional relationships. Greeters is a networking program available to all Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce members (and their employees).

Quilts From Caring Hands
2026-02-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Philomath Scout Lodge, 660 Clemens Mill Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
The primary purpose of Quilts From Caring Hands is to bring the feeling of loving comfort to at-risk children in Oregon’s Benton, Linn and Marion counties. These include those who are homeless, drug addicted, visually impaired, or abused, and those in foster care. Our quilts are distributed through designated social service agencies.
Each quilt we make for a child is unique. In addition to crib- and twin-sized quilts, we also assemble tactile quilts and “cuddlers” for visually impaired children. The finished quilts and cuddlers are given away once each quarter.
QCH is grateful to our sponsors for their support over the years. Quilts from Caring Hands is a volunteer-powered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible.

Philomath Storytime at the Library
2026-02-04 10:30 - 11:00 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
Children of all ages and their families are invited to join us for an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music.

Philomath Lions Club Meeting
2026-02-04 12:00 | Philomath Fire and Rescue, 1035 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath Lions Club meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at noon at Philomath Fire and Rescue’s Station 201.

Dementia Warriors Support Group Meeting
2026-02-04 14:30 - 16:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Improving our journey together.
Join us from 2:30-4 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at Peace Lutheran Church in Philomath, Oregon.
Loss of cognitive skills and/or memory loss can begin at any age, and this is greatly worsened by social isolation. Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are NOT “old-person’s diseases!” Statistics show that many people live with dementia, on average, about 10 years before seeking a diagnosis. Early detection gives you time to start self-care and stave off the onset. Knowledge is power!
We welcome differences and work together to be creative in enjoying life while navigating dementia. We offer support and connection to those with dementia and their families with twice-monthly support group meetings, social outings, easy walks, coffee chats and a private Facebook group. Most importantly, we offer hope and a renewed sense of purpose.
Please join your strengths with ours to make a better life. Togetherness is our greatest strength.
Want to learn more? Contact Kim McAlexander at mcalexak@gmail.com.

BUILD IT Day at Library
2026-02-04 15:30 - 16:30 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
Patrons of all ages are invited to play with a variety of building toys. Each week a new engineering challenge will be issued for patrons to attempt. Can you build the highest tower? Can you build the strongest bridge?

Marys River Grange No. 685 Meeting
2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Marys River Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
Potluck and Social: 6:30
Presentation: 7:00
Business Meeting: 7:30-8:30

Philomath School District Budget Committee Meeting
2026-02-05 18:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath School District Budget Committee plans to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 in the Philomath High School Community Conference Room. See the public meeting notice here.

PHS Wrestling vs. Sweet Home
2026-02-05 18:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Philomath High’s wrestling team is scheduled to host Sweet Home for a dual at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5.

PHS Wrestling at Cottage Grove Invitational
2026-02-06 13:00, 2026-02-07 10:00 | Cottage Grove High School, 1375 S. River Rd, Cottage Grove, OR, 97424
Philomath High’s wrestling team is scheduled to compete on Friday-Saturday, Feb. 6-7, at the Cottage Grove Invitational.

Movie Night at Independent Community Center
2026-02-06 17:00 | Independent Community Center, 31615 Fern Rd, Philomath, OR, 97370
Family/kids film at Independent Community Center.
Friday, February 6
5 p.m.

Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church
2026-02-06 17:00 - 19:00 | College United Methodist Church, 1123 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Held the first Friday of each month (excluding July and August), the dinner began in 1987 as a means of funding parsonage property taxes. Dinners are open to the public. The meal consists of an omelet (made while you watch) with your choice of fillings (ham, green onion, green peppers, mushrooms, cheddar and/or Jack cheese), homemade scones, fresh fruit and a beverage. If you are real hungry, sausage gravy and scones are available for purchase. Homemade desserts can be enjoyed for a donation.
In April, omelets are replaced with our annual Spaghetti Dinner. The meal includes spaghetti, bread, salad and a beverage. Delicious, homemade desserts will be available for a donation. (Same time, same place — Social Hall from 5-7 PM)

PHS at Last Chance Cheer Competition at Tualatin
2026-02-07 | Tualatin High School, 22300 SW Boones Ferry Rd, Tualatin, OR, 97062
Philomath High School’s cheer team is scheduled to compete on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Last Chance Cheer Competition at Tualatin High School.

Corvallis Indoor Winter Market
2026-02-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis, OR, 97333
The 2026 winter market season begins Jan. 10, 2026.
The winter market again will be matching SNAP with Double Up Food Bucks up to $20 per market . This is the same program offered at other farmers’ markets during the regular season.
Outdoor markets in Corvallis and Albany are run by Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets. Please visit their page, www.locallygrown.org, for information about regular season markets.
Market hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday in Guerber Hall at the Benton County Fairgrounds.

PHS Shining Stars at Dancing With the Stars
2026-02-07 11:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath High School Shining Stars dance team is scheduled to host Dancing With the Stars competition at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. See preview story.

Getting Into Beekeeping Class at Shonnard's
2026-02-08 10:30 | Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 Philomath Blvd, Corvallis, OR, 97333
Getting into Beekeeping Class
There is a lot to learn as a new beekeeper! In this class we will cover a brief history of beekeeping that will put modern day beekeeping into perspective. We will also learn how to build a beehive and the vocabulary necessary to understand all components, including essential tools and apparel. We also cover basic social organization of honey bees and differences between honey bee breeds. Finally, we cover how to procure live bees in different ways.
Instructor: Camille Dill
Date & Time: Sunday, February 8th at 10:30am
Location: Shonnard’s Nursery Classroom
Information at this link.
