December 2025 Sustainability Events Calendar
ami...@willamettewatershed.com
Dear Friends of Sustainability,
The last month of 2025 is nearly here, and there are plenty of local events coming up to help us learn, celebrate, and/or contribute to the life of our community!
Please take a moment to scroll through the December 2025 calendar (attached and pasted below), then forward it to your organization and to anyone you know who may be interested. All calendar listings are also at Upcoming Events in the Community | Corvallis Sustainability Coalition (sustainablecorvallis.org) and are posted weekly on Corvallis Sustainability Coalition | Facebook.
Thank you for helping to spread the word about these great opportunities to connect!
Annette
Annette Mills, Facilitator/Director
Corvallis Sustainability Coalition
https://sustainablecorvallis.org
541-230-1237 (No texting, please)
Corvallis Sustainability Coalition
SUSTAINABILITY EVENTS CALENDAR
December 2025
Events for people who want to learn about and get involved with efforts to make
Corvallis and Benton County sustainable communities
WED, DEC 3 (7 – 8:30 pm)
INDIGENOUS PLACEKEEPING THROUGH UTILIZING TARWEED
Join Dr. Molly Carney and David Harrelson to learn the cultural history of Tarweed in the Willamette Valley and how the planting, tending, and use of Tarweed acts as a cultural placekeeper in the homeland of the Kalapuya people.
Zoom webinar – Registration required in advance at https://cbcpl.net/champinefu3.
Contact: Dave Eckert, dec...@willamettewatershed.com
Sponsors: Marys Peak Group of the Sierra Club, the Spring Creek Project, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and the OSU School of Language, Culture and Society
THUR, DEC 4 (10 am – 2 pm)
WILLAMETTE DAISY PLANTING AT KINGSTON PRAIRIE
Want to help an endangered species? Join Greenbelt and Institute for Applied Ecology staff and fellow volunteers for a work party planting Willamette Daisy, an endangered species present only within the Willamette Valley. Tools and gloves supplied. Register at https://greenbeltlandtrust.org/event/willamette-daisy-planting-at-kingston-prairie-2/
At Kingston Prairie
Contact: je...@greenbeltlandtrust.org
Sponsor: Greenbelt Land Trust
FRIENDS & FOUNDATION OF THE LIBRARY’S HOLIDAY BOOK SALE
FRI, DEC 5 – Donor hours (12 noon – 2 pm); All welcome (2 – 6 pm)
SAT, DEC 6 – All welcome (9 am – 5 pm)
Shop for excellent quality used and new books for all ages, suitable for gift giving; CDs and DVDs. Large selection of children's books. All books and media are individually priced. Refreshments and craft activities! Donors early shopping hours for those who have donated $20 or more in the past year; donations taken at door.
At Corvallis Public Library, Main Meeting Room
Contact: sh...@peak.org; 541-757-2749 (text)
Sponsor: Friends and Foundation of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library
SAT, DEC 6 (10 am)
GREEN ENERGY SERIES WEBINAR: UNDERSTANDING ENERGY RATES
Featuring Jennifer Hill-Hart, Policy & Program Director at Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board.
Register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1559868140599?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Contact: solaroregon.org
Sponsor: Solar Oregon
SAT, DEC 6 (10 am – 1 pm)
JAMMIN’ FOR THE HUNGRY
Make applesauce that will later be made into apple butter.
At Corvallis First United Methodist Community Center Kitchen, 1166 NW Jackson
Contact/info: jam...@corvallisfumc.org
Sponsor: Corvallis First United Methodist Church in partnership with Jammin' for the Hungry
SAT, DEC 6 (10 am – 2 pm)
WREATHS AND RESTORATION
Join us for a festive day of crafting and volunteerism as we help protect the Oak Savanna habitat at Bald Hill Farm. We'll start with restoration work, cutting and pulling Douglas fir trees that shade and weaken the oaks – but they’re perfect for winter crafting! Enjoy hot chocolate and a wreath-making class taught by Margot Schwarz. All are welcome. Register at https://greenbeltlandtrust.org/event/wreaths-and-restoration-2/
At Bald Hill Farm, Corvallis
Contact: je...@greenbeltlandtrust.org
Sponsor: Greenbelt Land Trust
SAT, DEC 6 (10 am – 4 pm)
HOLIDAY FAIR
Craft activity for kids making holiday wreaths and gnomes, local craft vendors, food, and music
At Willamette Grange Hall, 27555 Greenberry Rd. (Corner of 99W & Greenberry Rd.)
Contact: 541-609-8335
Sponsor: Willamette Grange #52
SAT, DEC 6 (5:30 – 7:30 pm; Talk starts at 6 pm)
TAP TALK: BLENDING WORLDS STORYTIME
Did you know that teaching preschool and participating in governance involve surprisingly similar activities? Want to know more? Join us for a public presentation on how these efforts come together with Briae Lewis, Day Care Provider and Corvallis City Councilor. Bring your family and friends, listen to stories, and learn about the rewards of patience, working as a team, and understanding the big picture.
At Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St.
Contact: 500WSCo...@gmail.com
Sponsor: 500 Women Scientists Corvallis
DEC 7 – 24 (SUN 12 – 5 pm, MON – FRI (10 am – 5 pm)
MOVING SALES FOR HEARTLAND HUMANE SOCIETY THRIFT SHOP
The Heartland Humane Society Thrift Shop is getting a new home, so we're sharing even better deals on second-hand goods with our community!
12/7-12/13: 50% off entire store
12/14-20: 75% off entire store
12/24-12/24: Fill a bag for $5
At Heartland Humane Thrift Shop (411 SW 3rd St)
Contact: thrif...@heartlandhumane.org
Sponsor: Heartland Humane Shelter & Care
DEC 8 – 11 (5:30 – 8:30 pm)
TARWEED FOLK SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLASSES
In the week leading up to our Holiday Market, join us for our winter holiday classes and learn about bean to bar chocolate making, putting together wreaths and winter garlands, and pounding your own tin can luminaries! View all classes and register at tarweedfolkschool.com.
Class costs range from $65-80, with tuition scholarships available.
At Wade Hardware (400 SW 2nd St) and Corvallis Museum (411 SW 2nd St)
Contact: in...@tarweedfolkschool.com
Sponsor: Tarweed Folk School
TUES, DEC 9 (10 am – 1 pm)
JAMMIN’ FOR THE HUNGRY
Make and process jam, in a licensed kitchen, that will be distributed to local food banks. Learn how to make low sugar jams and get a sample to take home. Come join us in the making of apple butter. (Variety of jam may change. Contact us to confirm.)
At 1166 NW Jackson, the kitchen in the Corvallis First United Methodist Community Center
Contact: jam...@corvallisfumc.org – Please contact us to confirm the event
Sponsor: Corvallis First United Methodist Church in partnership with Jammin' for the Hungry
TUES, DEC 9 (6:30 – 8:15 pm)
HEALTH CARE: A NATIONAL ISSUE THROUGH A LOCAL LENS
This third program in our Restoring Democracy series will include brief presentations by Senator Sara Gelser Blouin, Dr. Mike Huntington, and Christine Mosbaugh (Primary Care Division Director, Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties), followed by audience Q & A. Join us to learn, discuss, and explore opportunities to take action. See https://lwvcorvallis.org for details.
At Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave
Contact: ami...@willamettewatershed.com
Sponsors: League of Women Voters of Corvallis and Corvallis-Benton County Public Library
THUR, DEC 11 (4 – 6 pm)
THE CONFLUENCE OPEN HOUSE
The Confluence is the future home of local conservation and community nonprofits in downtown Corvallis. We welcome you to drop by and check it out at the annual Confluence Open House. Meet the partner organizations and future tenants, see the progress on the ultra-sustainable building, and enjoy some refreshments as we reflect on 2025 and look ahead to the new year!
Contact: mben...@greenbeltlandtrust.org
Sponsor: Greenbelt Land Trust
THUR, DEC 11 (5 pm)
SOLAR OREGON ANNUAL MEETING: RESILIENCE, THE ELECTRIC GRID AND YOU
In-person happy hour and presentation on resilience, the electric grid, and the future of solar.
Please reserve your spot online at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1748624114799?aff=oddtdtcreator
At Lucky Labrador Public House, 7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219
Contact: solaroregon.org
Sponsor: Solar Oregon
THUR, DEC 11 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
CORVALLIS HIGH SCHOOL BAND CONCERT
Enjoy performances by Corvallis High School band students and delicious treats at the Winter Concert and Dessert Auction Fundraiser. Music provided by the Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble. Bid on desserts, get yummy eats, and support social sustainability by helping create opportunities for students to build a strong musical foundation, enhance their instrumental, leadership, and teamwork skills, and establish cohesion.
At Corvallis High School, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave, Corvallis
Contact: david...@corvallis.k12.or.us
Sponsor: Corvallis School District
FRI, DEC 12 (4 – 6 pm)
SAFE HAPPY HOUR ON 2ND FRIDAYS
Join SAFE Corvallis on the second Friday of the month for a gathering of people who care about alternative transportation. Talk about transit, walking, biking, rolling and many other things at this informal gathering. We have two long tables reserved each month in the Pride Pavilion. Bring yourself, bring a friend, bring your thoughts, and share them.
At Common Fields Pride Pavilion, 545 SW 3rd Street
Contact: wendy.bi...@gmail.com
Sponsor: Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) Corvallis
SAT, DEC 13 (8 am – 12 noon)
MWBA (AUDUBON) SECOND SATURDAY FIELD TRIP
Led by Duncan Evered & Caryn Stoess. Registration required, open to the public
At Willamette Park; meet at Willamette Park Shelter, east end of SE Goodnight Ave
Contact: CorvallisAudubo...@gmail.com
Sponsor: Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance (previously Audubon Society of Corvallis)
SAT, DEC 13 (10 am - 3 pm)
TARWEED FOLK SCHOOL HOLIDAY MARKET
Local craft and artisanal wares market to celebrate Tarweed Folk School's third year and support our community of makers – wooden wares, fiber arts, basketry, herbal salves, seeds, eco-prints and more!
At Wade Hardware (400 SW 2nd St)
Contact: in...@tarweedfolkschool.com
Sponsor: Tarweed Folk School
SAT, DEC 13 (7 – 8 pm) AND SUN, DEC 21 (4 – 5 pm or 6:30 – 7:30 pm)
WINTER HOLIDAY CONCERTS BY JUBILATE! THE TREBLE CHOIR OF CORVALLIS
Through song, we invite you to celebrate seasonal changes and their related stories and rituals. $20 and up; children under 12 free
At First Congregational United Church of Christ (Dec 13), 4515 SW West Hills Rd, Corvallis, and
First United Methodist Church (Dec 21), 1165 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis
Contact: pres...@jubilatechoir.org
Sponsor: Jubilate! The Treble Choir of Corvallis
SUN, DEC 14 (3 – 5 pm)
CORVALLIS INTERFAITH CAFE
Gathering at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for Spiritual Conversations.
Please bring a dessert to share.
At 4141 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis
Contact: CorvallisIn...@gmail.com
Sponsor: Corvallis Interfaith Network
MON, DEC 15 (5:30 – 7:30 pm)
ECOLOGY GAME NIGHT
Spend a cozy evening inside playing ecology-themed games. Bring a friend or make new ones! Bring games or share ours! No registration required. A portion of food/beverage sales benefit Marys River Watershed Council.
At Common Fields Truck Pod and Taproom, 545 SW 3rd Street
Contact: ni...@mrwc.org
Sponsor: Marys River Watershed Council
TUES, DEC 16 (Starts at daybreak)
MWBA (AUDUBON): 2025 CORVALLIS CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
The Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance will sponsor its 65th Christmas Bird Count. Last year 61 field observers and feeder watchers counted 120 species of birds. Wrap up potluck dinner for participants/members.
Contact: clark...@gmail.com
Sponsor: Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance (previously Audubon Society of Corvallis)
THUR, DEC 18 (7 – 8:30 pm)
MWBA (AUDUBON) PROGRAM – ANNUAL MEMBER PHOTO/VIDEO SHOW
Social gathering and refreshments from 6:30-7pm; business meeting from 7-7:30pm; Slide & video presentations from 7:30-8:30. Online option also available. All ages welcome.
At Alder Room, Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave
Contact: audubon....@gmail.com
Sponsor: Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance (previously Audubon Society of Corvallis)