Take the kids out to Clemens Field at Philomath High on Friday evening for a bouncing good time, follow up with a visit on Saturday to the Non-Profit Garage Sale at Philomath Scout Lodge and then finish with a stroll through the Philomath Farmers’ Market on Sunday.
If that’s not enough, we’ve included a few other options here in town along with selected activities in neighboring Corvallis (model train enthusiasts — take note).
Here’s a rundown of events and activities for May 31-June 2.
Friday, May 31
An event that has become an annual tradition in Philomath arrives Friday evening. It’s the 15th annual PYAC Kids Community Carnival, which will run from 5:30-8:30 p.m. These three hours of fun represent an important fundraiser for the Philomath Youth Activities Club. Inflatables, games, silent auction and carnival-style food will all be a part of the experience. Admission is free but the inflatables and games require a wristband. Those cost $20 (ages 7 on up) and $15 (ages 6 and under).
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Art enthusiasts may want to check out the Philomath Museum for an exhibit called “Bringing the World Together: Paintings, Prints & Panels” by Betty LaDuke. This artist’s current exhibitions focus on social justice from multiple perspectives with colorful, elaborate totems and turtles carrying messages of resilience. This retrospective art exhibit includes paintings, prints and panels created between 1972 and 2023. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. Admission is free.
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Maxtivity’s Graphic Activism class with Louisa Hamachek runs from 7-9 p.m. The class focuses on using your artistic voice for social change. The cost is $30. Call 541-714-3443 for information.
Saturday, June 1
At least 13 nonprofits have banded together to participate in the Non-Profit Garage Sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Philomath Scout Lodge. The event provides participating organizations with an opportunity to raise money for their respective causes. Admission is free. Concessions will be available.
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Over at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, the 20th annual Model Train Show will take place from 1-6 p.m. courtesy of the Oregon Electric O Gaugers Train Club. All ages are welcome for the free, interactive exhibit of a miniature world complete with multiple tracks, noisy trains and more. The show will also go from 1-4 p.m. Sunday if you can’t make it on Saturday.
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Corvallis Comedy Night at the Majestic Theatre in Corvallis (115 SW Second St.) will feature Beth Stelling for 5 and 7:30 p.m. shows. Last year, her latest special debuted in the Top 10 shows on all of Netflix and the New York Times named the performance the Best Breakthrough of 2023, calling it “as warm and loving as it is crass and ruthless… a meticulous professional in her prime.” The show will contain adult language; no one under 18 will be admitted without a parent or guardian. Tickets are $20.
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Corvallis Parks and Recreation will host “Paint the Dinosaur Bones for Pride Month” at noon in Avery Park (1200 SW Avery Park Drive, Corvallis) to show support for LGBTWIA+ community members. Organizers advise participants to “dress to get messy.” All paint supplies will be provided.
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Philomath High School’s third annual Hall of Fame banquet will take place Saturday night with a dinner and inductee presentation. Tickets for the event were sold in advance. This year’s Hall of Fame class includes dance coach Terry Garvin; athletes Ed Young (Class of 1965), Mike Thurman (Class of 1991) and Cathy McNeely (Class of 1996); the 1994 state championship wrestling team; and the 1995 and 1996 state championship dance teams.
Sunday, June 2
The Philomath Farmers’ Market returns for its second of 22 weeks. It runs from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in front of Philomath Community Library. Produce, other food items, crafts, services and information are among the types of vendors on site. There is also the POP (Power of Produce) kids club program for the youngsters in your group. The market accepts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program cards and Double Up Food Bucks, which match SNAP purchases up to $20 each week for fresh produce and food products.
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The Corvallis Spring Roll will go from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Cloverland Park (1605 NW 29th St.). This event is a community bike and trike ride and cycle fair just for kids. The Corvallis Spring Roll is not a race but rewards participation and effort. There will be raffle and door prizes. The road ride goes from 11 a.m.-noon with a cycle fair operating all three hours. Admission is $10 per child or $35 per family.
