Philomath News

Philomath TOPS Meeting
2027-02-01 09:00, 2027-02-08 09:00, 2027-02-15 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
2027-02-01 10:00, 2027-02-08 10:00, 2027-02-15 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
2027-02-01 18:30 - 22:30, 2027-02-08 18:30 - 22:30, 2027-02-15 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
2027-02-02 09:00, 2027-02-16 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 Park Advisory Board Meeting
2027-02-02 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.

Benton County Planning Commission Meeting
2027-02-02 18:00 | Kalapuya Building, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR, 97333
The Benton County Planning Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Kalapuya Building.

Philomath Community Meal
2027-02-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-02-09 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.

Philomath Evening Book Club
2027-02-02 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.

Quilts From Caring Hands
2027-02-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2027-02-10 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
2027-02-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2027-02-10 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
2027-02-03 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
2027-02-03 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.

Marys River Grange No. 685 Meeting
2027-02-03 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

Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church
2027-02-05 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)

Philomath Fire and Rescue Board of Directors Meeting
2027-02-08 15:00 | Philomath Fire and Rescue, 1035 Main St., Philomath, OR, 97370
The Philomath Fire and Rescue’s Board of Directors meets on the second Tuesday each month at 3 p.m. at Station 201 (1035 Main St.).

Philomath City Council Meeting
2027-02-08 19:00 | Philomath City Hall, 980 Applegate St., Philomath
Agendas are typically posted on the Friday prior to the scheduled meeting.

Squishtivities at the Library
2027-02-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate, Philomath, OR, 97370
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.

Wren Community Club Board Meeting
2027-02-10 19:00 | Wren Community Hall, 35515 Kings Valley Hwy, Philomath, OR, 97370
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.

Bingo at the Grange
2027-02-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Marys River Grange Hall, 24707 Grange Hall Road, Philomath, OR, 97370
Marys River Grange No. 685 hosts bingo on the second Friday each month from 6-8:30 p.m. at Marys River Grange Hall.

READ Dogs at the Library
2027-02-16 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.
