Good morning, Corvallis.

Local organizations have donated food and funds to ease food insecurity for families in Lane County as the holiday season nears.

Donations include over 30,000 pounds of shelf-stable food and a 40,000-pound food truck donation—supporting families amid rising heating and food costs.

Today, The Arts Center opens its new Main Gallery exhibit In Unexpected Harmony featuring John Richey and Niraja Lorenz with a reception and artist talk from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Susan Pachuta’s fundraising project See Yourself in Art will open at the Corrine Woodman Gallery on November 25 — proceeds support The Arts Center.

Corvallis Arts Walk takes place today and features a vibrant mix of human creativity and nature-inspired art — visitors are encouraged to check out The Arts Center and the Corvallis Museum.

Students in Corvallis rallied today against the planned closing of Cheldelin, urging officials to reconsider the decision.

One parent said they might move out of the district if the school is shut down.

Thom King was chosen by the Philomath School Board to join the local Budget Committee on November 13 and will serve a three-year term while the board fills one remaining slot—interested applicants can contact District Business Manager Jennifer Griffith for more details.

King is the finance director at OSU Student Health Services and has lived in the district for nine years.

Governor Kotek issued Executive Order 25-29 to reduce carbon pollution statewide by advancing clean energy measures and streamlining agency approvals+ calling for electrification and partnerships to boost energy reliability and protect vulnerable communities.

The order directs state agencies to adopt greenhouse gas reduction strategies and follow transparent procedures in project permitting.

A Merely Merrie Christmas Story

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — $17 — Experience a Shakespearean twist on a holiday classic with humor and slapstick charm.

Rock Concert Benefit for Lumina Hospice

7-9:30 p.m. — Ashbrook Independent School — $88 General Admission, $150 VIP — Experience a unique fusion of classical and rock music while supporting local hospice and youth musicians.

Winter's Eve Corvallis

Holiday Celebration — Evening — Downtown Corvallis — $50 per person — A sparkling evening with shopping, music, wine, and food benefiting local children and families.

Making Spirits Bright - A Winter Dance Concert

3-4:30 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — $16 for students/seniors, $18 for adults — Celebrate the season with dazzling performances from ballet to hip hop at the Majestic's annual dance concert.

Breath of the Forest

12-2 p.m. — Peavy Arboretum — Free entry — Immerse in nature with a guided hike and sound bath to inspire future forest stewards.

Wreath Making Workshop

1:30-4:30 a.m. — Corvallis — Free entry — Create a unique wreath using natural materials in a guided workshop.

A Very Jazzy Nutcracker

6:30 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — Tickets $30-$45 — Experience a dazzling jazzy rendition of Tchaikovsky’s classic with live music, auctions, and special guests.

Sam Houston Bearkats vs. Oregon State Beavers Mens Basketball

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Gill Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Bearkats clash with the Beavers in an exciting college basketball showdown.