Good morning, Corvallis.

The Friends and Foundation of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library will host its annual Holiday Book Sale on Dec.

5-6 in the main meeting room at Corvallis Library—proceeds will support local library programs. The sale will offer new and used books, CDs, DVDs, and children’s backpacks with a free book for each backpack purchase and early access for donors from noon until 2 p.m. on Dec. 5.

Benton Community Foundation announced a $60,000 gift to local food banks and new grant opportunities available until Dec.

31—additional donations will help provide food and essential resources amid the SNAP benefit crisis in Benton County.

Researchers at Oregon State University developed a quick-setting concrete substitute (designed for 3-D printing) that is more eco-friendly (reducing carbon emissions) and may help build homes and improve infrastructure.

Philomath High standout Rocco De La Rosa, a lifelong Beavers fan, committed on Thursday to play football for Oregon State as a preferred walk on in the Class of 2026 — he may fill roles at running back, safety or linebacker and will join summer workouts after graduating in June.

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.