Corvallis e-News | June 2025
In this issue: Swim lessons, Open Streets, and Summer Reading — It's Summertime in Corvallis!
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Summer Reading Kicks off at the Library
Summer reading starts June 1 for kids, teens, and adults, featuring free books for participants.
Kids 5th grade and younger can pick up a bag, a book, a reading log, and a calendar of events — all free! Color in one space for each day that you read or listen to a book between June 1 and August 31. After July 15, turn in the log to get another free book! When you turn in your reading log, you can also pick up an optional bingo card to keep the fun going with summertime activities. If you complete a bingo, bring your bingo card back to the library for a small prize!
Teens and adults can participate too — visit www.cbcpl.net/summeratyourlibrary for more information!
Open Streets is Returning to South Corvallis
On Sunday, June 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a mile of city streets will be closed to motorized traffic between Lilly Park and Willamette Park (see route map), so that people can spend the afternoon for walking, rolling, dancing, playing, and socializing.
Activity hubs at the parks and along the route will include local food and drink, live music, giant-sized games, street installations and more. Participants are encouraged to get to the festival via alternative transportation: take the free event shuttle or join the group bicycle ride leaving from Garfield Park.
Volunteers are needed! We have many shifts to fill, including intersection superheroes, hydrators, beer garden monitors, as well as set-up and teardown teams. Volunteers get a free t-shirt, snacks, and a darn good time. Visit our volunteer page for a complete list of shifts and to sign up.
Pride Flag Raising at City Hall - June 2
Join your friends and neighbors as local elected leaders raise the Pride flag on the flagpole in the public plaza front of Corvallis City Hall, 501 SW Madison Ave.
This event is free and open to the public.
Swim Lesson Registration Opens June 7
Mark your calendars — registration opens at 9 a.m. June 7 for swim lesson registration! Keep your kids safe and confident in the water this summer! Spots fill fast, so register ASAP if you're interested. You can register over the phone by calling 541-766-7949, or register online via the activity portal.
Riverfront Park Fountain Opens for the Summer Season
It’s Fountain Time! The Riverfront Commemorative Park Fountain opened for the season on May 23! We'll be bringing you daily splash and play opportunities from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. all summer long. The fountain is scheduled to close on September 2 (the day after Labor Day). Please note: The fountain may occasionally be down due to repairs or unforeseen circumstances. We’ll keep you updated via social media, our website, and posted signs.
Learn More About Facility Funding Options at June 25 Virtual Open House
The City of Corvallis is exploring funding options to make critical investments in the facilities that we use to deliver city services and support the community.
The City has brought on a third-party consultant to provide a comprehensive overview of different funding options and how they align with Council’s adopted Guiding Principles and community values. We'll kick off this process with a virtual open house that will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 25 via Zoom webinar.
Zoom Link to Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8cO8lTWlTCCDzXXujVUS_g
What You'll Learn
- Current state of our facility infrastructure and investment needs
- Learn about our consultant Clearwater Financial and how they will approach this project
- Timeline for community input and City Council decision-making
This isn't just about numbers and budgets — it's about ensuring that City facilities can support our growing community's needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Upcoming City Council Meetings
Catch up with your elected officials at their regularly scheduled meetings and work sessions. Upcoming meetings are listed below, along with links to calendar entries with more information. You don't have to attend to share feedback on any topic that's important to you. Feel free to use the Public Input Form to get in touch with the Council anytime, anywhere.
| Date | Meeting |
|---|---|
| June 2, 2025 | Regular Meeting |
| June 5, 2025 | Work Session |
| June 16, 2025 | Regular Meeting |
Government Comment Corner at the Library
Meet your local government officials and chat about whatever's on your mind at Government Comment Corner. Each two-hour session takes place at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., from 10 a.m. to noon most Saturdays. A rotating cast of elected leaders from Corvallis and Benton County will be available for open, honest, one-on-one conversations with anyone who wants to stop by. Bring your questions about public services, and learn more about how to volunteer and get involved!
Here's the schedule (subject to change):
| Date | Name |
|---|---|
| June 7, 2025 | Charlyn Ellis, Ward 6 Councilor |
| June 21, 2025 | Carolyn Mayers, Ward 8 Councilor |
FYI: Council Three-Month Calendar
The City Council's three-month calendar is a good way to track topics and learn about upcoming business items. The three-month calendar is available on the City website.
The schedule is subject to change, so be sure to contact your City Councilor to learn more about any particular topic you see on the calendar.
What's New at the Library this Month?
- Outdoor Storytime, 10:30am Tuesdays and Thursdays in June, July and August. Storytime is moving to Central Park for the summer! Rain location: Main Meeting Room
- Infant Storytime: For babies 0-1. Wednesdays at 10:30 in the Main Meeting Room.
- Tech Help Lab: 1st and 3rd Wednesday 2nd floor classroom, Drop in for free, basic, one-on-one tech help from a library staff member. Bring your computer or device or use one of ours
- Free Employment Help: June 4, , second floor classroom , 10am-noon, drop-in. Job-seekers can drop in to meet with an Employment Specialist from Worksource Oregon.
- Rainbow Nerf Night for Adults: June 6, 6:15-8:15pm. Come celebrate your Pride and join us for snacks, crafts, and Nerf games after hours in the library! For Adults 18+
- All Ages Pride Party: June 7, 1-3pm, Main Meeting Room. Celebrate the rainbow at this all-ages Pride Month Celebration Free and open to all.
- Old Growth: A Reading and a Conversation: June 7, 5:00pm, Main Meeting Room. Spring Creek Project presents a conversation with Lynda Mapes, author of The Trees are Speaking. Free and open to the public.
- The Pink Pig Puppet Theatre presents: "Animal Antics": June 11, 10:30am, Main Meeting Room. A free puppet show for young children and their families!
- Random Review: June 11,12-1pm, Main Meeting room and streamed online Matthew Reilly reviews Fire Weather: A True Story From a Hotter World by John Vaillant
- Craft Night for Adults: June 17 , 5:30-7pm, Main Meeting Room For ages 16+. This month’s craft: painted Pride rocks
- Creature Teachers - Wild, weird and wonderful world: June 18, 1:30-3pm. Children and their families are invited to a free event featuring a meet and greet with animals.
- Model Train Show: June 21 and 22 , Main Meeting Room The Oregon Electric O Gaugers bring a model train show for the whole family.
- Family Craft Night: June 24 , 5:00-6:30, Main Meeting Room: Make some crafts with the Library and The Arts Center. All ages welcome! Supplies provided.
- Jugglemania!: June 25, 1:30-3pm, Main Meeting Room. JuggleMania performs "Hilarity and Dexterity!” A free performance for children and families.
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