Squishtivities by Strengthening Rural Families welcomes children and their families. Squishtivities is an adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and "messy" play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and creativity.
Board meetings are scheduled monthly — currently, on the 2nd Wednesday of the month — at the Wren Community Hall. All meetings are open and welcome to the public.
The Philomath Bluegrass Workshop and Jam takes place the second Wednesday of the month at Marys River Grange Hall. The workshop starts at 7 p.m., and jamming kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $7 adults/$5 youth; listeners donate as desired
American Red Cross blood drive from noon-6 p.m. Thursday, May 14 at Philomath Fire and Rescue. To schedule an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Historic Philomath College Tour Thursday, May 14, 2026 1:00 pm Historic tour of Philomath College will highlight the stories of the students and teachers who lived and worked here, shaping the future of the town of Philomath. Erected in 1867, building is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The campus once included […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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.”
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 […]
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.
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.
