This is a community calendar. To accommodate demand for the print edition, we ask that items be brief and include time, date, place, address, admission cost and a contact number for publication. Inclusion of items is at the discretion of the newspaper. Further information is available at 541-758-9524 or jane.stoltz@lee.net.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide tax preparation assistance.Individual tax returns prepared during tax season at various locations: Albany,Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, appointments: 541-917-7760; Corvallis and Philomath, Mondays through Saturdays, appointments, 541-602-5829. Free, in-person tax service is open to anyone of any age, especially those 50 or over or who can't afford paid tax preparation. Information: 888-227-7669 or http://www.aarp.org/taxaide.

Emergency food boxes,by appointment, North Corvallis Ministry Center, 5050 NE Elliott Circle. Appointments: 541-220-1040.

Screenings for Emergency Adult Dental Voucher Program eligibility,9 a.m. to noon, Benton County Health Center, 530 NW 27th St. For Benton County residents with proof of residency, such as an ID card, piece of mail or utility bill. Information: 541-207-5875.

Emergency food boxes,1:30 to 4 p.m., St. Vincent de Paul Society Corvallis Conference Food Pantry, campus of St. Marys Catholic Church, 501 NW 25th St. No appointment needed. A thrift store is in the same building; proceeds help support the pantry. Information: 541-757-1988, ext. 317.

Stone Soup dinner,5:30 to 6:30 p.m., McLean Hall,First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave. Free meal for those in need.

Morning meditation circle,8:45 a.m., Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. Each week includes a yoga- or spirit-based idea to weave into participants' practice. No experience necessary. Donation: $7. Information: 541-224-6566 or http://www.livewellstudio.com.

Academy for Lifelong Learning,9:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. At 9:30: Olena Taratula presents "Multifunctional Nanomedicine for Cancer Imaging and Phototherapy." At 1:30: Ismail Warsame presents "Islamic Reformation vs. Islamic Revival (Tajdeed vs. Islah)." Information: 541-737-9405, admin@academyforlifelonglearning.org or http://www.academyforlifelonglearning.org.

Strength and Endurance,10:30 a.m., Recreation Room, North Star Manufactured Housing Community, 2601 NE Jack London St., Corvallis. Full-body, gentle, effective. Cost: $20 per month, or $4 drop in; first class free. Information: 541-754-6554.

"Raising a Canine Good Citizen," 12:30 p.m., Albany Senior Center,489 Water Ave. NW. The workshop will cover the basics of what it means to have a well-mannered dog.

Chair yoga,3 p.m., Live Well Studio, 971 NW Spruce Ave., Corvallis. Suited to those with medical or physical limitations. By donation. Information: 541-224-6566 or http://www.livewellstudio.com.

Cannabis Horticulture Q & A,6 p.m., CAN! Research office, 551 SW Fourth St., Corvallis. Cost: $10.

Running and walking group,5:45 a.m., track, Corvallis High School, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave. Information: 541-754-0441 or http://www.hotvrunners.com.

Traveling Wall of Honor on display,9 a.m. to 8 p.m., American Legion Post 10, 1215 Pacific Blvd. SE, Albany. The wall is a 32-panel display representing and honoring America's military killed in action. Opening ceremony, 11 a.m.; guest speaker: Jim Willis, Commander of the American Legion Department of Oregon, retired director of the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs. Information: http://www.vetshelpingvetshq.com.

Infant story time,10 a.m., Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. For children from birth through 1 year.

Art and Coffee, 10:30 a.m., community meeting room, Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St. Those 16 and up are invited to join in a morning of art, coloring, conversation, music and treats. Supplies will be on hand; feel free to bring your own.

Little Listeners Story Time,10:30 a.m., Monroe Community Library,380 N. Fifth St.

Story time with puppet show,10:30 a.m., downtown Carnegie library, 302 Ferry St. SW, Albany. Information: 541-917-7580.

"Fruit of the Loam: Gearing Up for Gardening,"noon, main meeting room,Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. Joseph Postman of the U.S. Department of Agriculture presents "Awesome Apples: New Varieties and Old Favorites."

"Know Your Cat Bingo!,"12:30 p.m., Albany Senior Center,489 Water Ave. NW. Test your knowledge of what it takes to make your feline companions happy and healthy; win prizes. Registration: 541-917-7760.

Genealogical library open,1 to 3:30 p.m., annex, Benton County Historical Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath.

"Don't Worry, Be Happy,"3 to 5 p.m. or later, Old World Deli,341 SW Second St., Corvallis. Join in games; bring your favorites or just show up at any point. Fragrance-free, please. Information: 541-752-0135.

Read with the Beavs,4 to 5 p.m., youth activity room, Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 N.W. Monroe Ave. Readers ages 4 to 11 can practice their reading with an athlete from Oregon State University. Bring your own book or use one from the library. Information: 541-766-6794.

Story time for infants and toddlers,5 p.m., Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. SE.

Coloring for Everyone, 6:30 p.m., meeting room,Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 N.W. Monroe Ave. Supplies, coloring pages and relaxing music provided.

American Red Cross mobile blood drive,8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 NW 35th St., Corvallis.

Rapid HIV testing,1:30 to 5:30 p.m., First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Free testing and counseling. Information: 541-740-0405.

"Eating Your Way to Better Heart Health: The Mediterranean Diet,"6 p.m., Lebanon. The Mediterranean Diet is linked to better heart health, lower cholesterol and other health benefits. Registration: 855-873-0647 or samhealth.org/behealthy.

Takena Kiwanis Club of Albany,7 to 8 a.m., Elmers Restaurant, 2802 Santiam Highway SE. West Albany High School Athletic Coordinator Pat Richards presents "Upcoming Bond Measure for Albany Schools." Information: 541-619-9730.

Willamette Weyerhaeuser Coffee Group,9 a.m., Jack in the Box, 2020 S. Santiam Highway, Lebanon. No-host coffee hour.

Albany Optimist Club,noon to 1 p.m., Sizzler, 2148 Santiam Highway SE. Information: Ray Hilts, 541-928-0951.

Corvallis Bicycle Collective,noon to 4 p.m., 707 NW 11th St. Fix up your bicycle with free use of tools and advice; affordable used bicycles and parts. Information: 541-224-6885 or http://www.corvallisbikes.org.

Philomath Rotary Club,noon, Peace Lutheran Church, 2540 Applegate St. Cost: $10 for lunch; no charge for first-time guests.

Rotary Club of Albany,noon, Pops Branding Iron, 901 Pacific Blvd. SE.

Sweet Home Rotary Club,noon, Sweet Home Linn-Benton Community College Center, 1661 Long St.

Walking group,noon; meet in front of Running Princess Apparel, 351 SW Madison Ave. Information: 541-602-5057 or http://www.runningprincess.com.

Toast of Corvallis Toastmasters,12:10 p.m., Corvallis Chamber of Commerce, 420 NW Second St. Improve your public speaking skills and confidence. Information: 541-760-4361.

Corvallis Bridge Club,1 p.m., 6:30 p.m., Heart of the Valley Bridge Center, 1931 NWnCircle Blvd. Sign up 20 minutes before game. Partners/information: 541-740-1072 or http://www.corvallisbridge.org.

Pages,4 p.m., community room, Lebanon Public Library,55 Academy St. Book club for children ages 10 to 14. Meetings will include discussions and craft projects based on "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker. Registration: at the circulation desk or 541-258-4926.

Rotary Club of Corvallis After Five,5:15 p.m., downstairs, Tommys 4th St. Bar & Grill, 350 SW Fourth St. Information: 503-559-0971.

Corvallis Meditation Community,5:30 p.m., 3311 N.W. Polk Ave. Information: 971-218-6798, or on Facebook at Corvallis Meditation Community.

Cribbage Club,6 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, 1469 Timber St., Albany. Information: 541-928-9893.

Jacks and Queens Pinochole Club,6 p.m., Sweet Home Senior Center, 880 18th Ave. Dinner at 5:15 p.m. Cost: $2. Information: 541-409-0869.

Chintimini Kennel Club, 7 p.m., Carriage House, Benton County Fairgrounds, 109 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. Natjional Animal Interest Alliance Founder Patti Strand will present "Current Dog-Related Legislative Issues, and More." Dogs welcome.

Corvallis Community Choir,7 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, 2945 NW Circle Blvd. Cost: $50 per term. Information: 541-740-6068 or nonandjay1@gmail.com.

Gospel Choir,7 p.m., social hall, College United Methodist Church, 1123 Main St., Philomath. Information: 541-929-2412.

Scio Historical Society,7 p.m., Scio Depot Museum, 39004 NE First St.

Society for Creative Anachronism,7 p.m., Avery Park Boy Scout Lodge, Southwest Allen Avenue, Corvallis. Information: 541-754-2372 or http://www.shireofcdv.org/.

Sons of Legionnaires,7 p.m., Albany American Legion Hall,1215 Pacific Blvd. SE.

Albany Elks Lodge 359,7:30 p.m., Albany Golf and Event Center/Spring Hill Golf Club,155 NW Country Club Lane. Dinner, 6:30 p.m. Information: 503-997-5690.

Eagles Auxiliary,7:30 p.m., 127 Broadalbin St. NW, Albany.

St. Johns Lodge No. 17,7:30 p.m., 431 First Ave. NW, Albany. Information: 541-928-3145.

Application forms for the 2017 Young Women in Public Affairs Award are available from the Zonta Club of Corvallis by emailing erin@reynoldslaw.us. The goal of the award program is to encourage more young women to participate in public affairs by recognizing a young woman's commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to the empowerment of women. Applications are due by Friday to Erin Duncan, the Reynolds Law Firm, PC, PO Box 1183, Corvallis, OR 97339.

Corvallis School District Board of Directors, 6:30 p.m., administrative offices, 1555 SW 35th St. Special meeting.

Scio School Board, 6 p.m., library, middle school,38875 NW First Ave. Training work session presented by the Oregon School Board Association.

Albany Senior Center,489 Water Ave. NW 9 a.m., blood pressure screenings; 9 a.m., Stitchers; 1 p.m., Scrabble; 1 p.m., game afternoon.

Lebanon Senior Center,80 Tangent St. 8 a.m., billiards, snooker and shuffleboard; 9 a.m., knitters and crocheters; 11 a.m., tai chi; noon, senior meal served; 1:30 p.m., Caregiver Support Group; 1:30 p.m., line dancing; 2 p.m., billiards for the disabled; 6:30 p.m., country dance.

Sweet Home Senior Center,880 18th Ave. 8:15 a.m., senior quilters; 6 p.m., Jacks and Queens pinochle.

Support group for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.Information: Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence hotline, 541-754-0110.

7 a.m., noon, room 11, First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis.

6:30 p.m. (open meeting), basement, New Life Fellowship, 1412 Applegate St., Philomath.

7 p.m., Alsea Community Library, 19192 Alsea Highway.

7 p.m., Crossroads Christian Fellowship, 2555 NW Highland Drive, Corvallis.

Narcotics Anonymous,noon to 1 p.m., 7:30 p.m., room 11, First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Information (24 hours): 877-233-4287 or http://www.lblna.org.

Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group of Corvallis and Albany,2 p.m., Elmer's Restaurant,1115 NW Ninth St., Corvallis.

Albany Celebrate Recovery,6 p.m., family center, Albany First Assembly,2817 Santiam Highway SE. For those dealing with any kind of hurt, habit or hangup, not just drugs or alcohol. Dinner for $1 donation; children eat free. Large-group meeting, small groups. Child care available.

Support group for family and friends of those dealing with addictions,6:30 p.m., Room 7, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, 2945 N.W. Circle Blvd. Support, hope, sharing, listening. Information: 541-231-9598.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Mid-Valley Support Group,7 p.m., conference room, fourth floor, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Information: 541-745-2064 or http://www.namimidvalley.org.

Al-Anon,7:30 p.m., room 2, Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 NW 35th St., Corvallis. Support group for families and friends of alcoholics. Message center: 541-967-6262.

Corvallis Mens Support Group,7:30 p.m., 1975 SE Crystal Lake Drive, No. 131. Information: 541-752-6261.

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