Oregon State Credit Union presents The Great Pumpkin Run, benefiting Home Life. Choose from a 10K run or a 5K run/walk — the event is for serious runners and for those who just want to move and have fun. Participants are invited to dress up in costume. Registration is $45 ($25 for participants under 16). […]

Join Shonnard's for this free hybrid class on winter cleanup in the lawn, landscape, and garden. Winter is coming, and the time to prepare is now. Learn about the fall chores to maintain and improve your gardening and landscape — what is finishing, what to look out for, and even what you should be planting […]

Philomath Farmers' Market Dates: May 24 to October 18, 2026 Time: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Location: Philomath Community Library (1050 Applegate St.) Mission: • Empower local food growers, producers, and makers to contribute to a thriving localized economy. • Improve the accessibility, affordability, and availability of food within our community. • Create inclusive space […]

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.”

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.).

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.

Agendas are typically posted on the Friday prior to the scheduled meeting.

The Philomath High School girls soccer team is scheduled to play at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, against Newport.

Join Benton County CERT each month in 2026 for a free, hands-on session focused on local emergencies and disasters. Attendees will discuss real-world scenarios, share practical preparedness tips, and practice essential CERT skills to help stay ready, informed, and connected. October's focus is earthquakes. Learn about the Cascadia earthquake risk, practice Drop, Cover, and Hold […]

Free meal and fellowship — everyone welcome! Live music, prayer room, delicious meal. Sponsored by Philomath Area Churches.

The Philomath High School volleyball team is scheduled to play at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, against Newport.

Philomath Community Library invites teens to Teen Tuesday, held the second Tuesday of each month in the Philomath Meeting Room. Teens can play games, create art and enjoy snacks. Materials, […]

The Philomath High School boys soccer team is scheduled to play at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Newport. It's Growing Up Cub Night.

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 […]

Children of all ages and their families are invited to join us for an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music.

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 […]

The Philomath High School boys and girls cross-country teams are scheduled to compete on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at the Estacada Invitational at Milo McIver State Park. The varsity races are […]

The Philomath School District Board of Directors will meet for a Board Work Session. The Board will work on District Objectives for the Strategic Plan. The public is invited to attend, but will not be able to participate. The open session will be in person and virtual with YouTube streaming. Questions may be addressed to […]

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.

Join the Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce for lunch featuring the Philomath Community Foundation. Catered by Figaro's Pizza. Note: This month only, the lunch is located at Compton Family Wines, 810 Applegate Street, Philomath. Register here: https://mms.philomathchamber.org/members/evr/reg_event.php?evid=104942595&orgcode=PHIL

The Philomath High School boys soccer team is scheduled to play at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, against Taft.

The Philomath High School volleyball team is scheduled to play at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at Taft.

Get a first-hand perspective of what it takes to safeguard the community. Tour the police station and learn how different policing can work to reduce criminal activity. Also learn about the benefits of having a municipal court in a small city. Topics: Philomath Police Public Safety Speakers: David Gurski, Police Chief; Brandon Thurman, Sergeant; Blake […]

The Philomath High School girls soccer team is scheduled to play at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at Taft.

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 […]

The Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to join Business After Hours, hosted by Benton Community Foundation and Compton Family Wines. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow business and community members in a relaxed setting. Stop by, say hello, and enjoy an evening of good conversation and community connections. The event […]

Join the Philomath Scout Lodge for the Autumn Craft Show! Browse craft vendors featuring holiday and home decor, dirty sodas, jewelry, textiles, woodworking, and more. Enjoy live music from Guitar Journey's with Chuck (Chuck Tourtillott) at 11 a.m., and a build-your-own baked potato bar starting at 11 a.m. There's also a raffle to help maintain […]

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 […]

Registration is open for Lilly's Lope for Hope, an annual 5K run/walk raising awareness of youth suicide and supporting suicide prevention efforts in Benton County. The timed 5K begins at 10 a.m., with check-in and in-person registration starting at 9 a.m. Participants of all ages are welcome, including those using strollers or wheelchairs. Children under […]

Philomath Community Library invites children and their families to an hour of free play building and creating with LEGOs and Duplos in the Philomath Meeting Room.

Join the 21st annual Philomath Open Studios Art Tour & Sale, featuring 27+ artists across 9 unique studios. See artist demonstrations and where the magic happens! The tour runs two weekends: Oct. 17-18 and Oct. 24-25, noon to 5 p.m. each day. Learn more at philomathopenstudios.com.

Local Benton County organizers are hosting No Kings: Vote Early, part of a nationwide day of voter mobilization. The goal is to encourage people to vote early and turn out for the November midterm election. The event is described as nonpartisan, and all are welcome regardless of political affiliation. Activities include a Boogie for Ballots […]

The Philomath High School boys and girls cross-country teams are scheduled to compete on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the CG Bramble Scramble at Cottage Grove High School. The varsity races are scheduled to begin at 1:15 p.m. (girls) and 2 p.m. (boys). Full schedule Middle School 10:15 AM 3,000 Meters Junior High Boys 11:00 AM […]