Lebanon chorus seeks singers
The Lebanon Community Chorus is seeking singers as it starts its 2025 schedule.
Rehearsals have started at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Lebanon.
The Lebanon Community Chorus is an unauditioned, mixed-voice chorus often accompanied by piano. All voices are welcome. Participants should be able to carry a tune, enjoy singing, and can cooperate in a musical environment with others.
The chorus’ spring concert will be April 27. Director is Terence Madlangbayan and the accompanist is Bill Langdon.
For more information, visit lebanoncommunitychorus.org.
Library to hold Author Fair
Friends of the Lebanon Public Library will host its second annual Author Fair, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St.
This year, Friends expects to have 12 speakers and more than 40 authors, providing a wide variety of genres including children’s and young adult, historical fiction, romance, mystery/thriller, sci-fi and fantasy, memoir, Oregon history, and more.
Attendees will have the chance to meet the authors, buy their books and merchandise; attend workshops, readings, and talks; connect with writers; and celebrate the literary talent in Oregon.
The Teen Advisory Group will also be there selling baked goods and snacks to raise money for teen programs at the library, while 3 Potato More’s food truck will be available for lunch options.
Please bring cash; some authors and the bake sale do not accept card payments.
Registration for authors to have a table is full, but to get on the waitlist, visit /www.lebanonlibraryfriends.org/author-fair. Proceeds from author tables benefit the Lebanon Public Library.
Porter Park Garden Openings
Porter Park Community Garden has 10 raised garden plots available for rent in the 2025 gardening year.
The Community Garden, located at 2240 Parter St. (Russell Drive and Porter Street),
was built by the city to give Lebanon residents a place to garden and promote a healthy community through fresh garden-grown produce.
A rental plot includes soil, compost, water, basic gardening tools to use on site and support from Master Gardener and Community Garden Coordinator Sheryl Casteen. Impromptu garden classes or mentoring available upon request.
Rental plots fill up fast. Application documents can be found on the city’s website at LebanonOregon.gov/535/Porter-Park-Community-Garden, or by emailing a request to [email protected].
Seed Swap
Santiam Food Alliance will host “Seedy Tuesday” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the Lebanon Public Library, 55 Academy St.
This is an opportunity to swap seeds with other plant enthusiasts. Bring seeds or plants to share, or just bring yourself. Bring envelopes and a pen, any seeds you want to share, as well as well-wrapped plants, tubers and bulbs. There will be a presentation on gardens as pollinator habitats, a Master Gardeners’ advice table and an information table staffed by the Lebanon Garden Club.
Seedy Tuesday is a project of the Santiam Food Alliance, with co-sponsorship by the Lebanon Public Library, the Lebanon Garden Club and Linn County Master Gardeners.
DSA awards night Feb. 28
The Chamber of Commerce will hold its Distinguished Service Awards Gala starting at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at the Boulder Falls Event Center, 605 Mullins Dr.
The event will honor exceptional individuals, businesses and organizations that have shown dedication to the community, exemplary service, and community leadership.
Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served and a no-host bar will be available. The program will begin at 7 p.m.
Cost is $70 per person. Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce, 1040 S. Park St.
Learn about pollinators
The 11th annual BEEvent Pollinator Conference will be held March 1, at the Linn County Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road E, in Albany.
This year’s speakers include: Abigail Lehner of U.C. Davis, who will speak on “The Houdini Fly: Management Best Practices;” Nina Miller, of the Oregon State University Garden Ecology Lab., who will speak on “The Hover Fly: Predaceous Pollinator?”; Dr. Silvia Rondon director of OSU’s Integrated Pest Management Center, who will speak on Integrating Pest Management in our Daily Gardening Practices;” Linn County Master Gardener Rene Miller, who will speak on “Native Mason Bees;” and Dr. Gail Langellotto, director of OSU’s Garden Ecologyhose topic will be “An Update from the Garden Ecology Lab.”
The event will give participants a chance to learn more about how to support pollinators for a sustainable future, and get updated information from experts’ focused research, which they can apply to their property. A Q&A session will be held after each speaker.
Mason bee kits and other native bee supplies will be available for purchase, as well as Willamette Valley-raised cocoons. Also in attendance will be local vendors and related non-profits.
Sunshine Industries fundraiser March 1
Sunshine Industries will hold its annual fundraising dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at 1333 Clark Mill Road in Sweet Home.
The event will include raffle prizes, a silent auction, dinner and a bar serving beer and wine.
Sunshine Industries provides a social and work environment for adults with developmental disabilities and serves a wide client base throughout east Linn County.
For more information, call 541.367.2765.
Genealogical Society Meeting
The Lebanon Genealogical Society will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, March 7, at the Lebanon Library, 55 Academy St.
These meetings are free to the public. Keith Menk will speak about his family history, sharing special stories that his sister found while doing her genealogical work. Keith has spoken to this group in the past on being a soldier and doctor during his time at Civil War re-enactments.
For more information, contact Linda at 541.570.1797.
Cheadle Lake Trail Walk
Build Lebanon Trails will host a Cheadle Lake Trail Walk from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, March 8, starting at Cheadle Lake Park, 37941 Weirich Dr.
Join others for a walk on the Cheadle Lake trails while hearing details about the trails and what BLT is planning. Whisper devices are used for easily hearing the hike leader’s voice. For more information, visit BuildLebanonTrails.com.
Auction to raise funds for kids’ trip
Seven Oak Middle School students will hold an auction from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 15, to raise funds for a history trip they are planning to Washington D.C. and New York City later this year.
The event will be at the school, 550 Cascade Drive. It will include dessert and silent auctions featuring gift baskets, certificates, art cakes, pies and more. Cash and checks will be accepted.
For more information, contact the school at (541) 451-8416.
Nonprofit summit
The second annual Willamette Valley Nonprofit Summit will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, March 17, at Hope Church Albany, 2817 Santiam Hwy SE, Albany.
Nonprofit employees and board members are invited to the summit – a business conference designed specifically for nonprofits. The event features two keynote speakers, multiple breakout sessions and networking.
Cost is $30 per person, and includes membership as well as a continental breakfast, coffee and lunch. Register online at https://www.etix.com/ticket/online/ and search for “Willamette Valley Summit.”
Auditions for Shakespeare
Rogue Valley Shakespeare Company will have open call auditions for its fourth annual season from 6:30-9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, and Wednesday, March 19, at the Grants Pass Vitality Center, 234 SW L St., Grants Pass.
This year’s Shakespeare in the Vines season will include productions of “Hamlet” and “The Comedy of Errors” performed June 6-28 at Walport Family Cellars. Many of the season’s roles are still open and available. Prepared monologues are not required, but will be accepted prior to cold readings from the scripts of the plays. Rehearsals begin March 31.
Both productions will be performed in true repertory and most actors will be cast in both productions. There are also openings for those with talents behind the scenes, such as designers, technicians, stagehands and more. Those interested in joining the production team can attend the auditions or reach out by email at [email protected].
Additional information is available at roguevalleyshakespeare.com.
Farmers markets on Thursdays
Weekly winter farmers markets will be held Thursdays from 2 to 6 p.m. through March 27 at Santiam Place Event Center, 139 S. Main St., Lebanon.
For more information on how to participate, contact Belinda at 541.418.2603 or [email protected].
Rock and Mineral Show March 29-30
The 75th Annual Sweet Home Rock and Mineral Show will be held Saturday and Sunday, March 29-30, at Sweet Home High School, 1641 Long St.
This year’s theme will be “Knock on Wood.”
The event, hosted by the Sweet Home Rock and Mineral Club, includes raffles and door prizes, lots of rock and mineral displays, vendors, demonstrations, food and plenty of accessible parking.
Admission is $1 for adults and teens; children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.
For more information on how to participate, call 541.451.2740, 541.451.1577, or email [email protected].
Stage directors needed for 2025
Mid-Valley productions, a non-profit live performing art and events company that aims to bring cultural, educational, and entertaining experiences to the community seeks directors for its 2025 season.
Last year MVP hosted 10 events, ranging from theatrical productions to documentary screenings to concerts at Russell Tripp Performance Center on the Linn-Benton Community College Albany campus.
For more information, email [email protected] by March 31.
BLT Fun Run and Kids Dash
Build Lebanon Trails will host its annual Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Cheadle Lake Park.
BLT is seeking sponsorships for this fundraiser event. More information about being a sponsor or participating in the event can be found at https://buildlebanontrails.com/clr/.
Powwow planned in Lebanon
The first annual Willamette Valley Powwow will be held from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, at the Boulder Falls Event Center, 605 Mullins St.
Visit for traditional and contest dancing, drumming and singing, as well as Native arts and crafts, and food vendors. For more information, contact Laurie at [email protected].
Church seeks hygiene help
Crowfoot Baptist Church operates a hygiene supply program for families in need. They are in need of toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, shampoo and conditioner, deodorant, bar soap, hand soap, feminine hygiene products (tampons and pads), razors, shaving cream, dish soap, laundry detergent, bathroom cleaner, bleach, toilet paper, garbage bags.
To donate, or for more information, call 541.258.3138, or visit the church during open hours (T, W, Th, and Sun from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m) at 699 Cascade Drive.
Suicide loss support group
Lebanon Area Mental Health Alliance hosts a Suicide Bereavement Support Group every second Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 Santiam Hwy. in conference room 1 and 2. Park and enter at the back of the building.
For anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one by suicide, struggles with previous attempts or attempts from a loved one, or if suicide has had an impact on your life.
A licensed mental health therapist will facilitate the meetings. For more information, contact Dave Butler at 541.936.2580 or via email at [email protected].
Animal rescue helpers needed
Linn County Animal Rescue needs volunteers for its nonprofit work outside Lebanon. For those interested in a rewarding time spent with animals, consider joining LCAR which has horses, minis, cows, sheep and senior dogs. There are two shifts a day, morning and afternoon. Volunteers can work with the livestock or dogs, or both.
Donations and sponsorships are also welcomed. For more information, visit lcarhorse.org or call 541.258.3422.
Deliver for local Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels of Sweet Home is in urgent need of volunteer drivers, delivering free meals to local seniors and disabled adults in the Sweet Home area.
Delivery days are Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. The role is best suited for people available in the mid-day, as meals go out at noon. Volunteers work one to two days a week for about 2.5 hours each shift.
Meals on Wheels is managed by Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments and operated by local volunteers. Volunteers package fresh meals in the kitchen and the drivers deliver them. Many local people count on this food as a primary source of nutrition.
For more information or to apply, stop by the Senior Center, email [email protected], or call 541.812.6015.