Republic manager to
talk recycling at lunch
Julie Jackson of Republic Services will speak on Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act during the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Forum Lunch Friday, Feb. 27, at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Hwy.
The event runs from 11:30 to 1 p.m. and includes networking opportunities, drawings and a 50/50 raffle. Cost is $23 for chamber members, $30 for future members.
Jackson, the company’s municipal manager, will discuss changes in how materials are collected, sorted and paid for under the new state law, passed last year, and how those changes impact local businesses.
To RSVP, visit www.lebanon.chamber.org or call (541) 258-7164.
Advanced directives for believers
St. Helen Catholic Parish will host “Life Affirming Advanced Directives,” presented by Dr. Ruth Hayes-Barba at 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the church, 600 6th Ave., Sweet Home. For more information, call (541) 367-2530.
USO dinner show VFW fundraiser
Support local veteran services by attending a USO-style dinner show at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the VFW, 580 Main St., Sweet Home.
Dinner starts at 6 p.m. followed by a show. Dinner includes salisbury steak, split pea soup or salad, mashed potatoes & gravy, vegetables and Brown Betty bread pudding. Vegetarian and gluten free can be provided if requested prior to the event.
Tickets are $20, or $15 for veterans. Purchase at the VFW or call (541) 972-8556.
Tickets still available for
Awards Banquet Feb. 28
Tickets remain for the Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce’s annual Awards Banquet from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Sweet Home Boys & Girls Club, 890 18th Ave.
The event honors businesses, leaders, and volunteers in the community. This year’s theme is “A Legacy of Liberty,” in recognition of the United States’ 250th year.
Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person, with a variety of table and corporate sponsorship opportunities available.
For more information, email [email protected] or call (541) 367-6186.
Learn about life-affirming
advance directives
Want to get your act together on how you want to be medically treated before it’s too late?
St. Helen Catholic Church will host a seminar on “Life-Affirming Advanced Directives” with Dr. Ruth Hayes-Barba at 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at the church, 600 6th Ave., Sweet Home.
An advance directive is a legal document that outlines your preferences for medical treatment if you become unable to communicate due to illness or injury. It ensures your wishes regarding life-sustaining care are followed and allows you to appoint a healthcare proxy to make decisions on your behalf.
Hayes-Barba is an adjunct professor at Mt. Angel Seminary.
For more information, call (541) 367-2530.
Annual Author Fair
Friends of the Lebanon Public Library will host its third annual Oregon Author Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St.
The fair will feature 42 Oregon authors, 12 featured speakers, 3 Potato More food truck, OHSET bake sale fundraiser and a book treasure hunt.
Participating authors include: A.B. Herron, A. Grace Wilde, A. Lynn Ash, Alex McHaddad, Alice Bjornstedt, Angela L. Keith, Bethany Jean, Buxton Manning, Cay Fletcher, Christina Suzann Nelson, Cindy Hiday, Dan Armstrong, Donna Hues, Gerri Almand, Gloria Gardner, Guy Maynard, Heather Ames, Jasmine Sears, Jason A Kilgore, Jill Amy Sager, Kate Hamberger, Kathryn A. Henderson, KE Strand, Kimila Kay, L. M. Montes, L. N. Reagan, Ladonna Shanks, Lars D. H. Hedbor, Linda Ziedrich, Lucia Hodges, Mary E. Lowd, Mary Ann Hake, MaryJane Nordgren, Pat Luther, Paty Jager, Payne Craven, R-Jay Wilde, R. Lindsay Carter, Robert Liebertz, Stacy Johns, Tai Stith, Tim Maddox, and Veronica Esagui.
Learn more at LebanonLibraryFriends.org/author-fair.
Funeral pre-planning
class offered at library
A free Funeral Pre-planning Class will be offered at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, at Sweet Home Public Library, 1101 13th Ave.
Light refreshments will be served. No pressure. Contact Sweet Home Funeral Chapel for more information, call (541) 367-2891.
After 5 Connections dinner, program
After 5 Connections – a gathering for women – presents, “On the Road in Oregon”, a dinner and program from 6-7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, at Ma’s Restaurant, 2416 S. Santiam Hwy., Lebanon.
Guest speaker will be Carla Dalke, of Baker City, Ore. She will speak about “Movers and Shakers,” sharing an intervention in her life that brought her through many difficult circumstances. Dalke said this intervention carried her through to success as a mother and provided joy in her life.
The featured presentation will be from MacKenzie Anundi, who will talk about her travels around Oregon as she searches for interesting places to visit that are also pet friendly.
Cost for dinner is $23; credit cards cannot be accepted. To RSVP, contact Sherri at 541-258-6414, or Nancy at 541-259-1396 or by email at [email protected]. Please call to cancel reservations, if needed.
Puzzle competition for Josai
Sweet Home High School’s Josai Club will host a puzzle competition at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, at the high school, 1641 Long St.
Participants should form teams of 2-3 people, $25 per team. Race to complete a 500-piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. Snacks and drinks provided.
Proceeds benefit the Josai Club student exchange program.
To sign up, contact Amy Middlemiss at [email protected].
Citizens Academy for Sheriff’s Office
The Linn County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications to the 2026 Citizens Academy. The free course gives residents an inside look into the dynamics of the Sheriff’s Office.
Every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for nine weeks, from April 1 to May 27, students will be introduced to each division and specialty team. There will also be one Sunday “field trip” to the firearms range and Animal Control.
The free course includes classroom instruction and hands-on training in areas such as patrol, detectives, corrections, firearms, defensive tactics, traffic enforcement, narcotics investigations, swift water rescue and dive recovery, and search and rescue.
The minimum age for attendees is 18 years, however applications will be considered for those as young as 16, provided they attend and take part in Citizens Academy with their parent or guardian.
For more information, contact Community Services Specialist Michael Mattingly at [email protected]. To apply, visit https://www.linnsheriff.org/volunteer-programs/citizens-academy/.
Veterans Home Cruise-in
The Oregon Veterans Home in Lebanon invites car enthusiasts to share their classic or military vehicles during the annual Spring Fling Cruise In. Space is limited.
The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the OVHL, 600 N 5th St., Lebanon.
To reserve your car spot, or for more information, contact Bess Nichols at [email protected], or text (541) 409-6569.
Be part of emergency response
Linn County residents are invited to step up and make a real difference by joining the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), sponsored by the Linn County Sheriff’s Office.
CERT volunteers help their neighbors when it matters most, which includes supporting emergency operations, sharing preparedness information, and strengthening community resilience. The program offers free training, hands-on skills, and meaningful opportunities to serve.
Learn more and apply at https://buff.ly/wD04Smh. Questions can be directed to Meghan Becker at [email protected] or Shari Barrett at [email protected].
Lebanon garden beds available
Porter Park Community Garden in Lebanon has 15 raised garden plots available for rent.
The Community Garden was built by the city to give Lebanon residents a place to garden and promote a healthy community through fresh garden-grown produce and enjoy a community of gardeners.
Located at 2240 Porter St., the 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. Application documents can be found at LebanonOregon.gov/535/Porter-Park-Community-Garden, or send an email request to [email protected].
Woodland management
training offered by OSU
Oregon State University is offering Master Woodland Manager training starting March 5 through its Forestry and Natural Resources Extension.
This is a high-level course for private landowners who are interested in an intensive forest management training and sharing the knowledge gained through this training with people in their local communities.
Basic experience or knowledge in entry-level forest ecology and/or management is required.
Each session will be held every other week from March through May and will be outdoors at
various woodland locations throughout Linn, Benton and Polk counties. Instructors will include
forestry service agencies and organizations, OSU faculty, and a number of other local
professionals.
Advanced registration is required, as capacity is limited. For additional details and cost, and to register, visit https://beav.es/x2K, email Crystal Kelso at [email protected] or
call (541) 730-3539.
Sunshine Industries
fundraiser dinner
Sunshine Industries will hold its annual fundraising event from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at the Boys & Girls Club, 880 18th Ave., Sweet Home.
The event will include a Mexican-themed dinner provided by Casa de Reyes, drinks available for purchase from Moore Family Winery, a silent auction, prizes, raffles and more. Music will be provided by Trevor Tagle.
Tickets are $20 per person, $15 for seniors 65 or older and $10 for youths 5-12. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Tickets are available at www.sunshineindustriesoregon.org (click on the “Events” button).
FFA Community
Night at SHHS
Sweet Home High School’s FFA program will hold Community Night
Rural Living Day
returns March 7
Oregon State University Extension Small Farms Program will hold its annual Rural Living Day Saturday, March 7, at Junction City High School.
The event provides rural landowners and stewards an opportunity to learn about a variety of
subjects such as composting, soils and pastures, hay assessment, weed management, tree identification, septic systems, chainsaw safety, food preservation and more.
Morning refreshments will be provided. Participants should bring their own lunches or plan accordingly.
Advanced registration is required as capacity is limited. For additional details and to RSVP, visit https://beav.es/RLD, email Crystal Kelso at [email protected] or call (541) 730-3539.
Free trees for Sweet Home kids
Sweet Home Public Library in partnership with Neighborhood Forest is giving Sweet Home kids a free tree sapling to celebrate Earth Day.
Families can sign up now through March 15 to reserve a tree, which will be available for pickup at the library during Earth Day Week (April 22). There are three easy ways to get involved: register a child for a free tree, purchase a tree if you don’t have a child (a “Buy One, Fund One” program), or help sponsor trees for local kids – just $5 puts a tree in a child’s hands. Learn more and sign up at NeighborhoodForest.org/registration-services/?school=156576.
Lebanon winter
farmers market
Lebanon Downtown Farmers Market will open its Winter Farmers Market on Thursdays from 2-6 p.m. until March 27 at the Santiam Place Event Center, 139 S Main St., Lebanon.
SNAP match up to $20. To be a vendor, email [email protected] with your information and, if approved, we will send you an application link.
America’s anniversary
contest for kids
The Santiam Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution encourages students to enter the America 250! contest for a chance to win a field trip across the nation in honor of America’s 250th anniversary, July 4, 2026.
The contest invites students in grades 3 thru 12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them for an opportunity to travel to some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.
The question is: What does America mean to you?
Submit artwork, including physical art through a high-res photo, or a short written response (up to 100 words for grades 3-5, 250 words for 6-8, and 500 words for 9-12). Artwork attachment should not be larger than 30MB and must be in one of the following file formats: PDF, JPG, PHG, or HEIC. See Official Contest Rules for full details.
Submissions will be accepted until 5 p.m. on March 30. Students under age 18 must have a teacher, parent or legal guardian upload the entry through the submission portal.
For more information and to apply, visit America250.org/fieldtrip/application/
Saturday Market
monthly in SH
Third Saturday Markets are returning this year, starting Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Church of the Nazarene, 415 Holley Road.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The monthly event will run through April, featuring local vendors and all sorts of goodies.
Baby and Preschool Storytime
Lebanon Public Library’s storytimes will continue on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 55 Academy St.
Baby and Me StoryTime is held at 10 a.m. every Wednesday. This is designed for ages 0 to 24 months and their caregivers. Those that attend will enjoy interactive time with their child through stories, finger plays, rhyme time and more.
Preschool StoryTime is held at 10 a.m. every Thursday. This allows children 3 years old through kindergarten to explore their world interactively through books, songs, finger plays and crafts.
For more information about storytimes at the Lebanon Library, call (541) 258-4926, visit www.ci.lebanon.or.us/library, or follow the library on social media.
Second annual Lebanon Powwow
The second annual Lebanon Powwow will be held on Saturday, May 30, at Lebanon High School, 1700 S 5th St.
This is a family-friendly, drug- and alcohol-free cultural event that is free and open to the public.
The powwow is coordinated by Laurie Regalado through the Native American / Alaska Native Education Program. The purpose of the event is to celebrate and share Native culture, honor traditions, uplift Native youth, recognize elders and graduating seniors, and bring the broader community together in a respectful and educational way.
The event will include grand Entry and powwow dancing, drumming and singing, special dances – including tiny tots, cultural and educational components, and Native vendors offering handmade items, art and food. Several drum groups are expected to participate and the Ameyalmazatl Citlaltonal Aztec Dancers are scheduled to perform from 5 to 6 p.m. The Grand Ronde Color Guard is also scheduled to participate.
Vendor applications are being accepted. For an application, email [email protected].
Additional details, including the full schedule, will be shared closer to the event date.
Square dance lessons
open to public
Lebanon Square Circlers offers square dance lessons Sundays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Lebanon Senior Center, 80 Tangent St.
No experience required. The first class is free and cost thereafter is $6 per person or $15 per family. All ages are welcome.
Shaun McKamey will be the caller/instructor.
Square Circlers also hold dances on the first and third Saturday nights of each month at the Lebanon Senior Center.
For more information, call (541) 401-9780 or visit www.lebanonsquarecirclers.com.
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.
Urgent need for Meals
on Wheels delivery
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.
Email to [email protected] or call Heidi at 541.812.6015. Each volunteer must fill out an application and complete a background check.
Museum needs
help from locals
East Linn Museum is seeking volunteers and items that are needed for the operation of the museum.
The museum needs volunteers for its operations to replace retiring volunteers. New volunteers are not required to know anything about the museum or how to operate a computer. The museum operates three days a week from Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Supplies needed by the museum include: copy paper, postage stamps, legal size envelopes, paper towels, toilet paper, glass cleaner, all purpose cleaner and Ajax.
For more information, call the museum at (541) 367-4580.
Free dinners on Mondays
Sunshine Industries invites the public to a free dinner every Monday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at 1333 Clark Mill Road. Because everyone matters.
Free health
clinic Tuesdays
The East Linn Community Clinic is held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1600 Main St. in Lebanon.
This is a medical clinic that provides primary and acute medical care for under- or uninsured individuals. On select nights, Western U COMP-NW offers osteopathic manipulative medicine to treat chronic and acute pain. Patients may walk in or schedule appointments.
For more information, call (541) 758-3000 ext. 115.