Learn to talk to kids about abuse
ABC House offers a class on Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 228 SW 5th Ave. in Albany.
The free training will provide guidance on how to talk with and listen to children about sexual abuse and personal safety. Having age-appropriate, open conversations about their bodies, sex and boundaries is an important step in protecting children from sexual abuse. The class includes a video and facilitator-led discussion.
For more information, email [email protected] or call (541) 926-2203.
Democrats to hold round-table talks
Linn County Democrats will hold standing committee roundtable discussions during their monthly general meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, at Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E.
A social time with light refreshments begins at 6 p.m. The meeting starts at 6:30.
The group has seven standing committees: Campaign, Communications, Events, Finance, Organization (which includes the Neighborhood Leader program), Platform and Legislative Action; and Rules.
For more information, contact Jerred Taylor at [email protected].
New Kalapuya
exhibit at museum
Linn County Historical Museum, at 101 Park Ave. in Brownsville, is opening a new exhibit covering the history and legacy of the Kalapuyan People in the Willamette Valley.
To celebrate the opening, the museum is hosting a free lecture series in the Box Car Theater, adjacent to the museum.
The public is invited to the first presentation at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. Dr. David Lewis, an anthropologist, researcher, historian, educator and member of the Grand Ronde Tribe, will present “Stories of the Kalapuyans of the Central Valley,” drawing on his deep connection to Kalapuyan stories, people and places.
On March 6 at 7 p.m., Dr. Paul Baxter of Brownsville will present “Long Story Short, Cascadia Cave turns 10,000.”
On April 3 at 7 p.m., Dr. Tom Connolly, director of archaeological research at the University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History, will discuss “Kalapuyan Archaeology: The Cultural Record before 1800.”
All are invited to arrive at 6:30 p.m. to view the exhibit prior to each lecture.
For more information, call (541) 466-3390.
SAFE can drive fundraiser Feb. 8
SAFE party organizers will hold a can and bottle drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, in front of the high school, 1641 Long St.
The event is a fundraiser for the Senior Alcohol-Free Entertainment event, an all-night party for outgoing seniors following the high school graduation on June 5.
Fiddlers to play at local square dance
Sweet Home Squarenaders will host their 63rd Birthday Square Dance from 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at Oak Heights School Gym, on the corner of 6th Avenue and Elm Street.
The Plus starts at 7:30, with the main square dance following, from 8 to 10 p.m.
Jim Voll will call square dances; Jackie Gale will cue round dances.
Music will be provided by the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers. Birthday cake and icing will be served. Suggested donation is $5 for adults, $4 for youths. Spectators are welcome to watch for free.
For more information, call (541) 401-3600 or (541) 409-0345.
Wapiti Bowmen annual banquet
The Wapiti Bowmen will hold their annual banquet at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at 699 Cascade Drive in Lebanon.
The event is open to the public. Cost is $25 per person if registered by Jan. 25, or $35 at the door. The menu will be prime rib and chicken.
Wayne Endicott will speak about his Kodiak bear hunt.
Bucket raffle prizes include a Ruger 10-22, Hoyt bow, a salmon and halibut fishing trip for two at the Oregon coast, a blacktail hunt, a turkey hunt, Dave Smith turkey decoys, an overnight stay at the Oregon coast for two, and more.
For information, call (541) 401-3042, (541) 258-6738 or (541) 6129-9454.
Trails work day
in Lebanon
Build Lebanon Trails will host a work day on the Marks Slough Trail from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, rain or shine.
Participants will pull weeds around trees, mulch trees, and pile weeds and trash so city crews can pick it up. Participants are encouraged to bring tools: hoes, shovels, rakes, garden forks, wheelbarrows, etc.
Tools should be marked so they can be identified.
The event starts promptly at the time indicated. Registration is open from 8:15 – 8:55 a.m. Meet at Marks Slough parking lot off Tennessee Road.
All participants must sign a waiver of liability form to participate, which includes permission to appear in photos taken of the event.
Dogs will not be allowed.
Wear work gloves and appropriate footwear and apparel for working off the trail in dirt and mud and quite possibly rain or even snow.
LAFTA ‘Sound of Music’ workshop
Wanna play a Von Trapp?
Lebanon Association for Theatre Arts is holding workshops for prospective actors interested in playing the Von Trapp family children in preparation for its 2020 production of “The Sound of Music.”
An informational meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 8, at Lebanon High School. The exact location has yet to be determined.The production will be July 21-25, with auditions in the first week of May.
Saturday workshops will be held throughout the winter for young actors interested in auditioning for the show.
The workshops will be for actors interested in playing all seven of the Von Trapp children, including the oldest daughter.
Parents should attend the informational meeting, which is considered a pre-audition event. Producers will go over the Saturday classes and what they plan to accomplish. Information regarding the May auditions and the summer rehearsals will also be discussed.
For more information, email [email protected].
Local Democrats seeking volunteers
Linn County Democrats will hold an informational meeting on volunteer opportunities from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9, at the Albany Public Library meeting room, 2450 14th Ave. S.E.
There will be food and information about the Neighborhood Leader Program and paperwork for people interested in being Precinct Committee People (PCP) candidates on the May ballot, as well as additional opportunities in Linn County and North Albany.
For more information about the meetings and the Linn County Dems, contact Jerred Taylor at [email protected].
Garden talk Feb. 10 day in Lebanon
The Lebanon Garden Club will host its Second Monday Garden Lecture from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, at The Lobby, 661 S. Main St., Lebanon.
Master Gardener Karin Magnuson will speak on “The Garden as a Feast for the Senses.”
Church offers
finance classes
Holley Christian Church is offering a series of classes on how to take control of your money, starting Feb. 12.
The nine-lesson course, from Financial Peace University, uses biblical wisdom and common sense to help participants tackle budgeting, pay off debt, and make their money work for them.
The FPU class includes a member workbook and a year of free online resources through Financial Peace Membership.
Classes will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 12 through March 8, at the church, at 40346 Highway 228 in Holley.
Cost is $99 per couple and childcare is included.
For more information, contact Kevin Hill at (541) 367-6030 or sign up at fpu.com/1110234.
Meals on Wheels
weekly menu
Meals on Wheels offers lunch at the Sweet Home Community Center to seniors over 60 at noon on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Senior Center serves a separate lunch on Wednesdays.
First-time diners are invited to come in and have a free lunch to give it a try.
Suggested donation is $3.50. All meals are served with milk, coffee or tea upon request and diabetic desserts are available on request.
The menu on Friday, Feb. 7, is Santa Fe chicken or chef mini salad over spinach romaine, corn chowder, dill roll and spiced peaches.
The menu on Monday, Feb. 10, is chicken pomodoro or spinach strata, Italian blend vegetables, garden vegetable salad, whole wheat roll and gelatin jewels with whipped topping.
The menu on Tuesday, Feb. 11, is beef and black bean chili or cheese lasagna roll-up, broccoli, spinach romaine salad, cornmeal roll and vanilla pudding.
Volunteers are needed for both kitchen help and meal delivery.
For more information, contact Norene at (541) 367-8843.