Good morning, Corvallis.

This week's letters to the editor in the Gazette-Times feature local citizens sharing their perspectives on diverse issues.

The city of Corvallis, which updated its charter in 1948 to adopt a council-manager form of government, is revisiting its charter for potential changes amid recent legal challenges and public scrutiny.

Corvallis Democratic state Rep. Sarah Finger McDonald, recently diagnosed with colon cancer for the second time, plans to continue her legislative duties without disruption.

Ecuagenera Houseplant Pop-up Sale at Garland Nursery

This event offers a chance to pick up preorder plants from Ecuagenera at Garland Nursery, featuring a variety of houseplants available for sale.

Women's Basketball Pregame Reception: Washington State Cougars at Oregon State Beavers

The OSU Alumni Association invites attendees to a pregame reception featuring heavy appetizers and a bar, just before the women's basketball game against Washington State.

Oregon State University College of Business Winter Career Fair - KJF Booth

The Oregon State University College of Business is hosting a Winter Career Fair at Austin Hall, providing networking opportunities for students and employers.

Brahms & Bruch: Romantic Reimaginings (Oregon Symphony)

Inspired by a simple chorale attributed to Haydn, Brahms breaks the bounds of his musical imagination with variations that span an ocean of undulating moods. Plus, Oregon Symphony Concertmaster Sarah Kwak captures the high spirits of Highland fiddling in Bruch's Scottish Fantasy, and music meets psychology in Nielsen's Second Symphony, the Danish composer's exploration of human emotions and personalities.

Brahms & Bruch: Romantic Reimaginings (Oregon Symphony)

Inspired by a simple chorale attributed to Haydn, Brahms breaks the bounds of his musical imagination with variations that span an ocean of undulating moods. Plus, Oregon Symphony Concertmaster Sarah Kwak captures the high spirits of Highland fiddling in Bruch's Scottish Fantasy, and music meets psychology in Nielsen's Second Symphony, the Danish composer's exploration of human emotions and personalities.

Vivaldi’s Spring Concert

This concert features spring-themed music including Vivaldi’s Spring Concerto, Mendelssohn’s Songs without Words, and Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring, performed by guest pianist Joy Ueng and the Corvallis All-Ages Volunteer Orchestra.

J. Stylez Concert

J. Stylez will perform live at Bombs Away Cafe in Corvallis, featuring a lively music experience.

Copland & Sibelius: Sounds of Spring (Oregon Symphony)

The first warm, fragrant breezes of spring waft through the pages of two beloved works: Copland's Appalachian Spring, a tender portrayal of rural American life, and Sibelius's Fifth Symphony, with its heart-stopping vision of swans soaring across an April sky. Plus, Stephen Waarts makes his debut with your Oregon Symphony to perform Samuel Barber's stunning violin concerto.

Beethoven Symphony No. 6 (Oregon Symphony)

With its depictions of babbling brooks, bird calls, and an electrifying thunderstorm, Beethoven's “Pastoral” Symphony evokes the beauty of the Austrian countryside with cinematic clarity. Plus, your Oregon Symphony rounds out the program with an unforgettable performance of Vaughan-Williams' The Lark Ascending featuring violinist Julian Rhee and Tan Dun's Passacaglia: Secret of Wind and Birds - both sparkling depictions of heart-wrenchingly beautiful birdsongs.