March Against Child Abuse Saturday
Sweet Home will hold a March Against Child Abuse Saturday, April 12, at 10 a.m. at the Sweet Home Police Department, 1950 Main St.
The even will include information about the problem of child abuse and participants will have a chance to plant a pinwheel garden and a (short) march against child abuse.
Lebanon Chorus to perform April 26
Lebanon Community Chorus will hold its Spring Concert, titled “I Hear America Singing,” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at Lebanon High School Auditorium, 1700 S 5th St., Lebanon.
Under the direction of Terence Madlangbayan and accompanist Bill Langdon, the chorus will feature pieces such as “Blue Skies” by Irving Berlin, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by James and Rosamond Johnson, and “The Ballad of the One-Armed Man” by Timothy Powell.
Also providing some accompaniment, and performing during intermission, will be “The Usual Suspects,” a bluegrass band that includes a former chorus member.
The Lebanon Community Chorus is a collection of nearly 50 singers from Lebanon, Sweet Home, Brownsville, Albany, and surrounding areas. This non-auditioned chorus is open to all voices, 16 years and older.
A portion of ticket sale proceeds are donated to the Lebanon Schools Foundation Music Education Fund in support of local music education in the Lebanon schools. Currently this fund is also being made available to upgrade instruments that elementary music teachers use to teach basic music skills.
Tickets are $15; all those under 18 are free. Tickets can be purchased at the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce, the Lebanon Bi-Mart, and at the door with cash.
For further information email [email protected], the Lebanon Community Chorus Voicemail at (541) 730-3335, or Doug Young (board president) at (541) 570-5474.
‘Big Five-Oh’ on stage at Albany Civic Theater
Albany Civic Theater is staging “The Big Five-Oh” through April 19 at 111 1st Ave., Albany.
The play tells the tale of George, who’s turning 50 on Saturday and has had a terrible week. His dog is sick, his son is a slacker, his daughter wants to marry a Republican, his wife is neurotic and … well, find out more in this hilarious, sometimes touching account of a grown man coming to grips with reality.
Performances are April 11, 12, 13 (2:30 p.m. matinee), and 17-19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults, $14 for attendees under 18, Seniors (60+), U.S. Military and Veterans and holders of Oregon Trail Cards. Anyone turning 50 before April 19 gets a free pass – simply present ID at the box office.
Streaming tickets are also available at albanycivic.org/shows.big-five-oh.
Bingo fundraiser for Singing Christmas Tree
Sweet Home’s Singing Christmas Tree will hold a Bingo fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 12, at Sweet Home Senior Center, 890 18th Ave.
The event will include dessert and a silent auction, as well as gift prizes. Cost for five games is $25.
Coffee with Lebanon Community Hospital Foundation
East Linn County residents are encouraged to join Brandy O’Bannon, Lebanon Community Hospital Foundation’s director, and hospital leadership for coffee on Friday, April 18, May 16 or June 20 at 10 a.m., in Lebanon. Come for a tour of the hospital and learn more about ways to support the hospital and foundation. Register by emailing Brandy at [email protected] or calling 541-451-7063.
Organic gardening classes in Lebanon
Master Gardener Sheryl Casteen will host organic gardening classes from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for six Saturdays (April 12, 19, 26) at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St.
The Food Garden Classes are free and open to the public and will cover different topics, including soil preparation, irrigation, seed starting, identifying plant diseases and pests, organic prevention methods, weeds, composting, container planting, raised beds, worm bins, and when to harvest. Plus there will be time to answer questions.
We will delve into exciting new discoveries for the backyard gardener, including insights into the soil-plant relationship, newly developed disease and pest-resistant varieties, inventive composting methods, and more.
These classes are good if you are new to gardening and want to get a great start, or an advanced gardener interested in new information about the latest methods for ‘growing successfully.’
There’s an opportunity to swap seeds, so bring yours and/or take what’s brought in. Each class will also have hands-on planting lessons; supplies will be provided.
Pre-teens and teens are encouraged to join if they are interested in learning how to grow their own food and flowers.
Register by emailing Sheryl at [email protected]. Provide your first and last name, plus phone number.
Model train event at Lebanon Library
The Lebanon Public Library will host a model train event from 1-6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, and from 12-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at 55 Academy St., Lebanon.
The Oregon Electric O-Gaugers Model Train Club invites families to enjoy the interactive exhibit in the library’s community meeting room that will be converted into a miniature train station. It will have multiple tracks, noisy trains, a trolley, a lighted city and hands-on activities for children. This event is fun and educational, and members would be happy to answer questions.
Weyerhaeuser grant cycle open
Weyerhaeuser is now accepting applications for its 2025 Giving Fund grant cycle. Eligible organizations located within Oregon operating communities are encouraged to apply by Sept. 30, 2025. Organizations can learn more and submit applications at https://www.weyerhaeuser.com/company/values/citizenship/giving-fund/.