Heartsaver First Aid-CPR-AED Class at Philomath Fire and Rescue
2026-05-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Philomath Fire and Rescue, 1035 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
First Aid, CPR and AED training is an important part of an effective safety program. Through our Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED Course, you will have the confidence and skills to respond to a variety of emergencies. Class is held at our main station at 1035 Main St., Philomath and runs from 9 AM to 4 PM with a 45 minute meal break. For more information, click here.

Lecture: 'The American Revolution — An Enduring Paradox' at Philomath Museum
2026-05-16 10:30 | Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Lecture: The American Revolution — An Enduring Paradox
SPEAKER: William G. Robbins
Saturday, May 16, 10:30 a.m.
Thomas Jefferson wrote in the Declaration of Independence that “all men are created equal,” but in 1776 this ideal did not apply to many groups, including enslaved people, women, and Native Americans. Abraham Lincoln later argued the phrase was meant as a future goal, while the document itself mainly justified independence by listing grievances against King George III. Despite its powerful ideals, the Declaration included contradictions—such as its treatment of Native Americans—and its promise of equality remains something the United States continues striving to achieve.
William G. Robbins will talk about the ideals and contradictions in this important document, as we contemplate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Suggested donation of $5-10. These lectures are free to the public, thanks to the support of our generous Historical Society donors and members like you!
Photography Notice: By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that photography and/or video recording may take place. Your image, likeness, and voice may be used for promotional, marketing, or archival purposes without further notice or compensation.
For accommodation related to a disability, please contact Anya Ballinger at education@bentoncountymuseums.org

Lego Saturday at the Library
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
Children and their families are invited to an hour of free play building and creating with LEGOs and Duplos from 11 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 16 at Philomath Community Library.
For details, see the library’s post on this event.

47th Annual łatwa ina Pow-Wow at OSU
2026-05-16 12:00 | Gill Coliseum, 660 SW 26th St., Corvallis, OR, 97331
The 47th Annual łatwa ina Pow-Wow is a free community event featuring Indigenous dancers, singers and a marketplace, plus delicious fry bread. Presented by the Native American Student Association and university partners.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Doors open at noon
Grand entry at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Gill Coliseum
More information online.

Spring Stampede at Benton County Fairgrounds
2026-05-16 19:00 | Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis, OR, 97333
2026 Spring Stampede
Saturday, May 16, 7 p.m.
Benton County Fairgrounds

Join us for a day celebrating cowgirls in the arena at the Spring Stampede! This all-girls rodeo brings together competitors of all ages for a fun, supportive, and competitive day of rodeo.
Come out to watch some great runs, big rides, and cheer on these talented cowgirls.

Philomath News story on the event

Philomath TOPS Meeting
2026-05-18 09:00 | 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
2026-05-18 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.”

PHS Softball at Cascade
2026-05-18 17:00 | Cascade High School, 10226 Marion Rd SE, Turner, OR, 97392
The Philomath High School softball team is scheduled to play at 5 p.m. Monday, May 18, at Cascade.

PHS Baseball at North Marion
2026-05-18 17:00 | North Marion High School, 20167 Grim Rd NE, Aurora, OR, 97002
The Philomath High School baseball team is scheduled to play at North Marion at 5 p.m. Monday, May 18.

Moonlight Country Mixer at the Grange
2026-05-18 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
2026-05-19 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
2026-05-19 12:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Please come to the Philomath Rotary Club meeting event on May 19 at noon in the fellowship hall of Peace Lutheran Church. All Rotarians and community members are welcome.
This meeting event will include the Philomath Middle School “Student of the Month” award presentation.
The main meeting presentation will be “Philomath Community Vision 2050 – Designing Tomorrow, Together” by Chris Workman, Philomath City Manager.
We hope you can come and please remember lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to any Philomath Rotarian if you will be attending so we can plan the number of meals.

Philomath Police Committee Meeting
2026-05-19 15:00 | Philomath City Hall, 980 Applegate St., Philomath
The Philomath Police Committee is scheduled to meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 at Philomath City Hall.
For more information, click here.

READ Dogs at the Library
2026-05-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
Beginning readers are invited to practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs) on the third Tuesday of the month. A permission form is required for children to participate and may be filled out on-site by parents/guardians. Limited spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Benton County Planning Commission Meeting
2026-05-19 18:00 | Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR, 97333
The Benton County Planning Commission is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, at the Kalapuya Building.

Philomath Community Meal
2026-05-19 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
2026-05-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Marys River Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
Instructor Laura Coen leads Yoga at the Grange 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays.
No Registration Required. $10 Grange members, $15 non-Grange members. 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.

Quilts From Caring Hands
2026-05-20 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
2026-05-20 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
2026-05-20 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.

Wednesday Noon Book Club
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath Noon Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Philomath Community Library. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library; please ask at the front desk.

Dementia Warriors Support Group Meeting
2026-05-20 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.

PHS Softball at Newport
2026-05-20 16:30 | Yaquina View Elementary School, 351 SE Harney St., Newport, OR, 97365
The Philomath High School softball team is scheduled to play at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 20 at Newport.

PHS Baseball vs. North Marion
2026-05-20 17:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath High School baseball team is scheduled to play at home vs. North Marion at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 20.

Craft Night and Spoon Jam at the Grange
2026-05-20 17:30 - 20:30 | Marys River Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
Spoon (and other greenwood) carving.5:30-8:30
No fee. Bring tools and green wood or any unfinished craft
Please RSVP to kiko@handprintpress.com, or text 541-740-7243.

Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
2026-05-21 11:45 - 13:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
CHAMBER LUNCHEON: Linn-Benton Community College and SBDC presents AI for Businesses Catered by: TBD
RSVP required. Save $5.00
$15/person when preregistered.
$20/person at the door with out an RSVP
Chamber Forum Luncheons are held the third Thursday of each month from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church at 2540 Applegate Street in Philomath.
These luncheons bring the general membership and guests together for networking, in addition to inviting speakers who give topical presentations of interest.

PHS Baseball at North Marion
2026-05-21 17:00 | North Marion High School, 20167 Grim Rd NE, Aurora, OR, 97002
The Philomath High School baseball team is scheduled to play at North Marion at 5 p.m. Thursday, May 21.

PHS Softball vs. North Marion
2026-05-21 17:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath High School softball team is scheduled to play at 5 p.m. Thursday, May 21 vs. North Marion (rescheduled from 3:30 p.m.). The program will recognize seniors before the game.

Music in the Park: Philomath School Band
2026-05-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Philomath City Park, 299 S. 23rd St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Join us for a fun evening of live music in the park as we kick off our Summer Concert Series, featuring the talented student musicians from Philomath school bands. Bring a lawn chair, relax with friends and family, and enjoy a variety of upbeat summer tunes performed by our local students.
This community event is free and open to everyone though we welcome donations to the Philomath Performing Arts Benefit Fund which directly supports Philomath students!
Come support our young musicians and celebrate the upcoming summer season together!

The Philomath Library returns this year to provide free family-friendly activities!

Note: There will be no concessions at this event but feel free to bring your own. Alcohol is not allowed at these events.

Philomath School Board Meeting
2026-05-21 19:00 | Philomath High School, 2054 Applegate St., Philomath, OR, 97370
Philomath School Board meetings are typically held on the third Thursday each month at the Philomath High School Community Conference Room at 2054 Applegate St, unless otherwise noted. Regular meetings usually begin at 7 p.m.
All meetings are open to the public except for executive sessions, as authorized by law. Time is set aside for public comments.
