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Editor/Publisher Steven J. Schultz

Assoc. Editors Patrick Fancher Ygal Kaufman Johnny Beaver

Words Jaime Fuller Bethany Carlson Anthony Harris Dave DeLuca Johnny Beaver Alexandra Schaefers Celia Funk

Design Bobbi DickersonCalendar Jessica Parker

Circulation Melissa Spaulding-Ross

Cover Tim Blackburn

What’s InsIde thIs Week?3 Corvallis Remembers Hiroshima and Nagasaki; Behind Bars Tours; OSU Scientist Says Deep Sea at Risk; Day of the Shred!

4 As the State Turns; Citizens on Patrol

5 Get Your Boutique Shop On

6 Cops, Local Biz React to Homeless Plan

8 Your CIMA Festival 2014 Primer

10 8 Days of Live Music & More on Tap

14 Comic: MohawkTooey by Jack Compere

15 In Memory of Nigel

The Corvallis Advocate is a free newsweekly with a very diverse staff that accepts materials from a number of sources, therefore it should be assumed that not all staff or even the majority of staff endorse all of our published materials.

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It was in August of 1945, at the end of World War II, that the U.S.

dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan—the only time such weapons have been used on humans. Within months of those attacks, between 150,000 and 246,000 people died, most of them civilians. Victims still suffer from birth defects and cancers caused by the bombings.

Every year, commemorations around the world recall the memory of that bombing. The Corvallis branch of Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) will hold a memorial ceremony at Riverfront Park, followed by lanterns floating down the river in kayaks and canoes as a symbol of peace.

A primary mission of WILPF is to end war and all forms of violence through education, activism, and dialogue. The organization was founded in 1915 during World War I by Jane Addams, the first U.S. woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. “We’re following in her footsteps,” said Gretchen Newlin, member of the Corvallis branch, initiated in early 2014 by Leah Bolger, a local peace activist and OSU’s Linus Pauling and

Ava Pauling Peace Lecturer of 2013.

Most people have the mindset that war has always been and always will be, but 150 years ago, people thought the same about slavery; racism was openly accepted just a few decades ago. “Diplomacy and respect for international law is what’s needed…and honesty,” said Newlin. “Above all else, we need desire for peace. In peace we can prosper.” In many ways, the world is a better place now than in the past because of caring, thoughtful people. WILPF believes it can become even better.

The Hiroshima and Nagasaki Commemoration will take place on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 7:30 p.m. until dusk at Riverfront Park on 1st Street and Madison Avenue.

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Words like immeasurable, dark, and mysterious have been used in the

past to describe the deep sea. Beyond that, this environment is a critical part of our ecosystem, and unfortunately, these formerly elusive habitats of the world’s oceans are in jeopardy due to various human and environmental factors.

A recent analysis published in Biogeosciences by OSU marine scientist and lead author Andrew Thurber characterizes the benefits the deep ocean provides for everyone. According to Thurber, the often overlooked deep sea is a vital resource to humans. For instance, the habitat can act as

a sink to store greenhouse gases and assist in balancing the increase of carbon dioxide that goes into the atmosphere. It also reproduces nutrients needed to sustain the marine food web of coastal systems in the Pacific Northwest and other regions.

The analysis points to increased human use such as fishing and mining for metals, oil, and gas as two of the most concerning activities that could compromise deeper ocean levels now and in the future. Advanced technology has given commercial fisheries the

ability to harvest deeper than before (reportedly 62.5 meters deeper every

decade) with most fish populations experiencing a rapid decline. The sea floor is also at risk from constant mining. Climate change and pollution were the other concerns, especially pollution which can harm the harvest and

the fishermen collecting it.

Researchers say global effort is needed to preserve these immeasurable habitats, and the many benefits which they provide humans and the environment.

Attention, skaters past and present. It’s time to dust off your boards, put

on some baggy shorts, dig out the Vans, and head downtown for the Day of the Shred! The Benton County Skateboard Alliance is hosting the Tommy McGuigan’s Memorial Skate Jam and Competition, and you are invited.

Those of you brave enough to compete can win cash, rad prizes, and insane home-modified trophies. Events consist

of best bowl session, highest Ollie/Hippie jump, speed track, and best

most glamorous bail. Your spouse told you that “Your skating days are over?” No problem. You can still come and enjoy an atmosphere highlighted by great tunes and goofy antics. While you’re there, learn more about the BCSA

and support local skaters.

“Day of the Shred is all about getting out, having fun, and remembering that

to stay stoked and keep rolling is to honor those rad folks no longer here to do so. Ever forward!” said Brady Chambers, aka Hairy McSpecies.

Tommy McGuigan’s Memorial Skate Jam and Competition will be held on Saturday, Aug. 16. Festivities begin at 1 p.m., right after the farmers’ market, at Eric Scott McKinley Skate Park downtown. All riders must sign a waiver. Riders under the age of 18 must wear a helmet and have parental authorization. For more information on the jam or on the BCSA, go to www.bcskateboardingalliance.org.

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The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is offering a tour of the jail on

Saturday, Aug. 9, to allow voters to see for themselves if a new jail is in order.

As The Advocate has reported, the current 40-person jail is too small, and deteriorating badly; jail commander Diana Rabago’s iconic quote was, “We had a situation where an inmate actually was able to just crumble part of the wall out and you could actually see light through it.” Also, because the jail closes once its holding cells are full, police officers sometimes have to wait across the street from the jail with their new arrest until the facility re-opens.

According to Rabago, the Board of Commissioners has stated that they are aiming to put a jail funding measure on the May 2015 ballot. A hired marketing firm continues work. Meanwhile, the jail markets the ballot measure in a more show-and-tell fashion with their open houses. Visit the website (www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/corrections) to sign up. Tours will be offered on both Saturdays, Aug. 9 and Sept. 6.

Our prior story: www.corvallisadvocate.com/2014/temporary-jail-weathers-40-years/ http://www.corvallisadvocate.com/2014/will-voters-support-a-new-jail/.

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The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) wants to show you the back

of a squad car and the inside of the jail. Would you rather do this the easy way or the hard way?

Sheriff Scott Jackson is inviting the public to attend the 2014 BCSO Citizens’ Academy. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings from Sept. 2 through Oct. 21, with two Saturday morning field trips on Sept. 13 and Oct. 11. Each session will feature speakers and open discussions about the inner workings of the sheriff’s office. Snacks will be provided.

Topics covered will include patrol, parole and probation, emergency services, jail operations, civilian use of force, crime scene investigation, and much more. Attendees will cruise the Willamette in the sheriff’s patrol boat, tour the Law Enforcement Building, ride in a patrol car at high speeds, and yes, tour the jail.

“The best part of the class is watching participants engage with the deputies,” said Stacy Mellem, policy/accreditation specialist and Citizens’ Academy coordinator. “It’s so important for residents to understand what their sheriff’s office does and why.”

The class is geared toward adults. Applicants under the age of 18 must have signed consent from a parent or legal guardian and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian during the class.

The academy is free, but space is limited. Applications are available online at www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff or can be picked up in person at the Law Enforcement Building at 180 NW 5th Street in Corvallis. The final day to apply is Friday, Aug. 15. Call 541-766-6858 with additional questions.

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RoW, RoW, RoW YoUR oil Just when you thought it was safe to complain about only one method of oil transport, now there’s a second on the radar: water. Increasing amounts of our slick black lifeblood are traveling by floatation (ships, tankers, and barges) to act as overflow for maximized pipelines. So far at least two companies are shipping crude oil by water: the Global Partners out of Clatskanie and the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes, Washington. You will probably seem very involved and on the level if you drop these names in casual environmental conversation. See? The Advocate has your back.

So, anyway, what’s the harm? A few Greenpeace photo ops with oily saber-toothed sea pigeons? I say fiddlesticks. However, a report issued by the non-partisan Congressional Research Services says that I’m full of bird droppings. They claim that regulations are too shaky at the moment, with barges not being held to the same safety standards as ships. They also say that rules to prevent worker fatigue aren’t really in place, regulators are already in trouble for their slow response to enforcing pollution control, etc.... What most people will get out of the report is that if there’s a disaster or spill of some sort, it’ll be a major one and take forever to get under control.

The sudden uptick in oil transport over water has raised a lot of eyebrows. Let’s hope that as this side of the industry grows, those eyebrows mobilize a bit to help protect workers

and the environment. Personally, I don’t have much faith. My eyebrows have proven themselves largely useless.

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Our very own U.S. Representative Peter Defazio has stated that this deception should result in the mass firing of the responsible parties. The Veterans Health Administration showed that 30 percent of the employees surveyed claimed that they had been instructed to falsify appointment dates for veterans, likely to make it seem like their appointments were occurring in a timely manner.

Wait a minute, since when is bureaucracy illegal? We need to get an efficiency expert in there to save those jobs, stat!

AnchoVYpocAlYpse? noT so mUch All along the Necanicum (or maybe we should called it the Necronomicon) River near Seaside last week, one could have found a smorgasbord of dead anchovies. But don’t freak out

just yet—apparently this is a natural occurrence. Once every handful of years, an oversized school of anchovies will pour into the river, quickly depleting the necessary oxygen from the water. The further away from the ocean they get, the temperature tends to rise and the salinity drops, which can cause other forms of distress.

Some officials have said that predators and other factors may have been involved to a lesser degree. Speaking of predators, though, this is certainly no bummer for them. Not only did pelicans and other birds seize the opportunity to gorge themselves, but the decomposing anchovy bodies will eventually add nutrients back to the waters, riverbanks, and surrounding plant life.

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In theory, I love thrift stores; I can buy all the clothes I want without

supporting sweat shops or the overconsumption of natural resources, my tiny clothing budget goes further, and all the while I am keeping clothes out of the landfill while providing funds to a worthy charity. In reality, one needs a certain amount of fashion savvy or at least patience to come out of a thrift store without looking like a low-budget clown. I have neither savvy nor patience when it comes to clothes, but I’ve learned that I can rely on the good judgment of consignment shops to help me out. I’m also lucky enough to live in Corvallis where there are several worthy places to shop my recycling heart out.

Revolve is a personal favorite because I fancy myself artistic yet sensible. They feature unique clothes and accessories for women that run from cute to classy and are in excellent condition. The shop itself is beautiful—I hardly know it’s resale. As a price guide, their jeans range from $12 to $96. They are located downtown at 103 SW 2nd Street (http://revolveresale.com).

If you are on your way to Burning Man (or just lucky enough not to fancy yourself as sensible), Cosmic Chameleon is the place to go. They carry “eclectic gypsy” wear for men, women, and children. “Eclectic gypsy” meaning gypsy-pirate-woodland-sprite-Jedi-Village People wear. You know…fun clothes! Since self-expression trumps quality in the world of festivals and other uninhibited events, the clothes aren’t necessarily defect-free. But they do have the power to free one of your long-lost and much-missed personalities. Their jeans range in

price from $14 to $55 and they have a play place for children. You’ll find them at 138 SW 2nd Street (www.facebook.com/pages/Cosmic-Chameleon-An-eclectic-resale-shop-and-artisans-consignment/159139450644).

The Alley is all men’s clothes. They have a great selection of business and casual, and more importantly for their clientele, they have beer. That’s right, fellows; you can get your dreaded shopping done while having your afternoon beer. If you have no

reason to shop for men’s clothes you will still enjoy stopping by to see the all-out vintage décor. It is a charming shop that will take you to quainter times. Their jeans range in price from $16 to $100. They’re located at 312 SW Jefferson Avenue (www.glanceagain.com/the-alley/).

The Annex is the best bet for young women, tweens to college-age. The shop has an exotic boutique feel that makes it as exciting as shopping for new clothes and definitely more exciting than Nordstrom’s. Their clothes range from trendy to daring, all in great condition. Just a block away from the Alley at 214 SW Jefferson Avenue (www.glanceagain.com/the-annex/).

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Since The Advocate’s July 17 coverage of plans for a large-scale homeless

shelter expansion downtown, the business community has responded further, and new information has become available from the police department. The Corvallis Homeless Shelter Coalition’s plan to build a larger permanent shelter at its current SW 4th Street location has drawn criticism from neighboring businesses. The police department still publicly supports the shelter, but they also express serious reservations. Both parties are worried that the “wet shelter” aspect of the plan, which doesn’t require that occupants be drug- or alcohol-free, will draw homeless from other communities and worsen downtown misdemeanor crime. Now, there’s an indication from the police that violent crimes associated with the current shelter are also on the rise, and they express other new concerns as well. Meanwhile, the coalition refuses to answer questions about the shelter, so the community can only speculate about their plans.police: plAnned shelTeR Will dRAW moRe homeless, incReAse cRime When it comes to dealing with downtown issues, Captain Dave Henslee and Sergeant Joel Goodwin of the Corvallis Police Department are on the front lines. Henslee says that the department supports the coalition’s plan to fill the need for homeless resources. The significant costs of cleaning up homeless camps are also reduced when the current seasonal shelter is open. However, he says that the department notices an increase in nuisance

crimes such as littering, human waste problems, shoplifting, and some violent crimes. Henslee doesn’t have exact numbers, but feels safe saying that in the past, “We’ll see [complaints] 10 times more when the shelter is in operation.” Goodwin emphasizes that probably 90 percent of the people staying at the shelter aren’t causing any problems, “but it seems reasonable to extrapolate that if we have a small shelter and it’s 10 percent, then a large shelter would also have 10 percent, so that might be a significant increase as well.” Henslee notes that the coalition was supportive of the TAP-9 police misdemeanor crackdown this spring, and advised people staying at the shelter of the action plan. “They were really good about doing that, and we asked them to continue to educate their clientele about ways to stay out

of trouble,” he said. “They need to be much more aggressive and continue to be aggressive about telling their clients: Here’s the social expectations of the community you belong to; live up to that.”But even this may not be enough to keep the occupants of a wet shelter from creating problems. Henslee added, “As people consume alcohol and they consume drugs, they have relaxed inhibitions and sometimes they just don’t care. And I think that’s going to continue to be our challenge as we progress into the future, with it being a facility that doesn’t have restrictions on alcohol and drug use.”Both Henslee and Goodwin would like to see more skills training and treatment options available at the shelter, but they aren’t sure the residents would necessarily use those resources. Meanwhile, Community Outreach draws a different crowd. “The people that go to COI are truly trying to change their situation,” Henslee said. “We see the clientele that use the facilities downtown, at the drop-in center or the homeless shelter, aren’t necessarily interested in changing their lifestyle. They’re just interested in having a place to sleep and something to eat. So I think along with that lifestyle we tend to see increased crime and increased negative behaviors, so I don’t know that the structure of the shelter is as positive as the structure of Community Outreach.”Will the shelter act as a magnet for homeless from other towns? “That is absolutely true,” Henslee said. “People are coming here just for our services that we offer in Corvallis. So we will

see the population of homeless people increase. We are already seeing it increase.” He says over the last year police have talked to homeless people from Seattle and California who came here for the resources. “In the conversations I’ve had with people, they come to the shelter in Corvallis because you are allowed in even if you’ve been drinking or using drugs. This has been since they first opened the first cold-weather shelter out on Western, we’ve seen this trend,” Goodwin added. “As the shelter grows, and in the future if the shelter expands, the [homeless] population will grow and expand to meet that. They will use every bit of that resource. I don’t know what you would do to reduce that,” Henslee said. He thinks that businesses and downtown residents will notice what seems like a far higher amount of crime and homelessness, because the new shelter will centralize services which were previously spread out over the community. cRiTicism fRom coRVAllis’ oTheR shelTeR CHSC shouldn’t be confused with the other major player in Corvallis’ fight against homelessness, Community Outreach Inc. COI Executive Director Kari Whitacre has said of the CHSC shelter, “The proposed 4th Street Shelter is an outdated model that isn’t in the best interest of the client or the community.” COI provides “wrap-around services” to homeless families to help them get back on their feet. Such services are not offered at the Men’s Cold Weather Shelter open from

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November to March, and it’s unclear if the new shelter will provide them. “We now know on a federal and state level that the best way to serve those experiencing chronic homelessness is through permanent support housing,” Whitacre continued.Whitacre also added, “The best way that we can help them is not an emergency cold weather shelter. The best way that we can help them is to give them a permanent house, room, apartment, and some intensive case management to meet their needs... Our community would benefit. Our systems would benefit. Our jails, our hospitals. It would ultimately save our community money.” Whitacre finished with a stark observation. “We can’t afford to fund both shelters. We live in an incredibly generous community. But we can’t fund two million-dollar-a-year shelters.” dcA boARd giVes go-AheAd... The Downtown Corvallis Association, an organization primarily for downtown business owners, has as its mission statement “To improve and promote the economic, aesthetic, and cultural vitality of Downtown Corvallis as a regional center.” Downtown Corvallis Association board members expressed support for the coalition’s plan. “We see it as an opportunity to partner, to welcome somebody into the DCA district,” said board member John Semadeni. He indicated that the DCA will welcome the shelter as they would any other business, and will wait for problems to manifest themselves after the shelter is built. “We’re going to let the plan play out,” Semadeni continued. He doesn’t feel that it’s the DCA’s place to dig any further into CHSC’s plans. …While locAl bUsiness oWneRs objecT A large majority of the business owners we spoke with, who are DCA members, told a very different story.

As reported in the July 17 coverage, (www.corvallisadvocate.com/2014/wait-downtown-businesses-say-what/), they say the current drop-in shelter has had a tremendous impact on downtown livability. “No rules and

regulations over there [at the shelter] means more drunks over here,” said a downtown employee who preferred to remain anonymous. “Property values will plummet. If it goes full time, and the accountability stays the same, we’ll probably have to close.”

Comments from Peter Ball, Downtown Corvallis Association member and president of Corvallis Insurance Services, further highlight the rift between the DCA board’s optimistic wait-and-see approach and the opinions of DCA members. “It would be akin to the Chamber of Commerce taking a position on something that many of their members don’t support,” Ball said. Meanwhile, business owners may be afraid to publicly voice their objections to the shelter: “People are so afraid they may offend somebody who supports the shelter [who then] won’t frequent their business.”

Ball has seen negative effects from the seasonal drop-in shelter at his nearby business locations. “We’ve had two attempted break-ins and one break-in. I’ve watched them try to break into property I own next door,” he said. “It’s getting to the point where there are parts of town, times of day you don’t want to be around.”

The coalition’s communication has been poor, says Ball: “They haven’t been open about it. There was no notification of neighbors as far as I know, and I own three pieces of property on that same block.”

“As a permanent shelter, it’s just going to be a super-magnet, and I contend that there’s not a place for that in downtown Corvallis,” he concluded. “I think that it’s a bad idea, to deal with a bad situation. I think that the way they’re going about it is enabling too much.”

coAliTion’s silence cReATes doUbT The coalition has declined multiple attempts by Advocate staff to clarify features of the existing plan. Gina Vee, executive director of the coalition, has not amended her last comment, “We don’t have a plan—I mean, it’s not a plan to be shared. [There’s] nothing we want to go public.”

Interviews with downtown business owners found that none had seen communication from the coalition about their plan.

Henslee expresses concern that the coalition hasn’t explained their plan for the shelter more clearly. “I would like to see maybe there be more openness about what the plan is, what the intent is, [and] educate the community better,” he said. “It forces the community to make an uneducated opinion, and that may not be accurate, but without information what are you going to do?”

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The weekend of Aug. 15 and 16 brings the second annual

Corvallis Imagination Music and Art (CIMA) Festival. Along with many a local band, Ty Curtis and Patrick Lamb headline this year’s event. Saturday will include an art and craft show as well as an art creation zone. Donated items from some of Corvallis’ top artists will be available for sale during the silent auction. In the spirit of celebration, a music creation zone will allow people of all talents and ages to create music on unique instruments. The festival offers free admission this year.

Just yesterday, eight pianos were strategically placed throughout town, each painted according to a theme. The pianos will be available for the public to play between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. through Aug. 16.

Part of the spirit behind the

festival is that it’s hard to imagine a day without listening to music. If there were no radio, Internet, or MP3s, would music be absent from our lives? Absolutely not. We would make it ourselves, regardless of what talent we did or did not possess. People would be singing

everywhere they went, hitting sticks together, banging on boxes… isn’t that how it all started?

Thus it’s a little surprising that the subjects of music and art, which add such richness to our lives, tend to be the most belittled in academia. In order to rectify this, Corvallisites Dave and Shelly Lundahl founded the non-profit organization Imagination Music and Art, Inc. in 2013.

The group is involved in various projects including organizing the CIMA festival, which is run solely by volunteers. The ultimate goals for the group are, first of all, to bring the community together to celebrate music and art. “The second goal is that in coming together, we can create a platform in which we can collectively support music and art education in schools,” said Dave Lundahl.

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The need for art education is most evident in kindergarten through fifth grade. High schools don’t have enough money to repair all the instruments in their bands. That’s why Gracewinds, one of the festival’s sponsors, is donating $1,500 worth of instrument repair.

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The CIMA Festival is free and will take place on Friday, Aug. 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Bruce Starker Arts Park. For more information about the festival, visit www.cimafestival.com. To make a donation supporting art and music education in Corvallis public schools, visit www.kck.st/1jNeQr3.

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Bombs Away has a $5 show to end most, er, $5 shows. Featuring the Vampire-Weekend-ish Tommy Alto and the... well. Let’s just say that the Dread Crew of Oddwood is a Celtic/folk/heavy metal/prog rock band out of California, and they’re likely to be dressed as pirates, singing for the pirate cause. If you show up early (6 p.m.) you can check out a Nectar Creek Mead tasting. For more info, head on over to www.thedreadcrewofoddwood.com or www.tommyalto.com.

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Cloud & Kelly’s Public House, 126 SW 1st St. • 9 p.m.

Corvallis’ own local improvisational theater troupe, Infinite Improv, will be trouncing the stage at Cloud & Kelly’s until about midnight. If you’re into improv and laughing your guts up (free of charge, by the way), there’s no good excuse to miss out. Unless there’s an emergency, of course. Or you have 10 kids and no sitter. That sort of thing. For more improv, visit http://improvtheatre.webs.com/.

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As Chris Baron says on his music website, “I have flipped many hamburgers. I have collaborated with sashimi. Also, I have collaborated in different musical projects, made some recordings, and hopped on stages.” Now he’s hopping on the stage at Bombs Away Cafe, bringing his own unique alt/folk blend to your ear balls. For more Chris Baron, visit www.reverbnation.com/chrisbaron.

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Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St. • 7 p.m. • $12

Let’s get the obvious out of the way: if you’re a vegan member of PETA, this screening series is probably not for you. But a lot of our fellow Valley residents are fond of the more-or-less dangerous game, and this screening is most certainly for them (and anyone who can appreciate beautiful film). The Hunting Film Tour features films highlighting hunters with both bow and gun in so-called “fair chase adventures.” I know what you’re thinking: “Wouldn’t it be more fair if the hunters had four legs and the animals had guns?” Look, I don’t name these pursuits, I just watch ‘em. For more info, check out the website: www.majestic.org/hunting-film-tour/.

Saturday, August 9SongS for Sam – benefiT ConCerT for Sam CroWSon

Bombs Away Cafe, 2527 Nw Monroe Ave. • 8 p.m. • Suggested donation: $5

What’s better than enjoying local musicians such as Crystal Kelley, Chelsea Van Denend, Nate Wagner, and Lucicrous Speed? Doing it to help a great cause—in this case, the family of Sam Crowson, a local who was recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.

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I’ve got the blues. Specifically, the “It’s too damn hot, I’m kinda out of money, and my fish tank smells” First World blues. If you’ve got the First World blues as well, this particular blues showcase should fit the bill. And it’s free, so look at that—things are looking up already. I recommend ordering an Eskimocha for this soul therapy.

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OSU Memorial Union Quad. • 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. • General admission: $15, Students $5

Kudos to OSU for giving us an event to attend this Sunday (shows on Aug. 14 to 17 as well). The Bard performers will show us a contemporary look at Shakespeare’s classic tale of tragedy and deception in Julius Caesar. Since this is an outdoor play, guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets to sit on. For ticket information, visit http://oregonstate.edu/bardinthequad/tickets.php.

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Every once in a while a show rolls into town that you’re willing to check out just because of the band names. Well, Bread Club and Snaggletooth will be our huckleberries. The good news is that they’re both awesome. Out of San Jose and Chico respectively, both bands are on tour. The suggested cover is $3 to $5, but if they rock you into a prolapsed colon, consider a little more for gas money. For a sneak peek: http://breadclub.bandcamp.com/ or http://snaggletoothpunk.bandcamp.com/.

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Corvallis, your response to our free screening series has been voracious. You guys love the classics, and we can’t blame you. Well buckle up, because this week’s edition features an all-star lineup: written by Truman Capote, directed by John Huston, starring the immortal Humphrey Bogart, the immortally creepy Peter Lorre, the legendary Gina Lollobrigida, and the stunning Jennifer Jones, it’s Beat the Devil, from 1953. This weird forgotten classic by Huston was written as a parody of his earlier noir classics. Part comedy, part action adventure, and all wonderful. Come join us and remember to get here early; these seats are filling faster than Bogey’s draw.

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Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave. • 8 to 9 p.m.

If you can’t have your jazz in a musty bar, the third best place would be a park (the second, of course, is inside a whale). This Tuesday, join Steve Matthes and friends at the gazebo in Central Park and get your jazz fix. As always, Concerts in the Park and the warm, comfortable evening are free of charge.

Wednesday, August 13ConCerTS in THe parK: even more Jazz

Central Park Gazebo. • 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Still need more free outdoor jazz after Steve Matthes, or did you miss his gig entirely? Here’s your safety net: The Hilltop Band (www.facebook.com/HilltopBigBand) and Mango Django (www.facebook.com/MangoDjangoJazz) hit the park. Be there or be square, as the kids used to say. In case you’ve lost your bearings, the show is also at the Central Park gazebo.

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The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave. • Noon. • Free

Local artist and Temporary Artists’ Guild President Johnny Beaver discusses his painted work. Rooted in expressionism, a solo exhibit of his artwork will be on display in the Corrine Woodman Gallery at the Arts Center from Tuesday, Aug. 12 until Wednesday, Sept. 3.

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Bombs Away Cafe. •9:30 p.m. • $3.

Portland-based Western band Roselit Bone and fellow Corvallisites That Coyote are both playing at Bombs for this one. Roselit Bone’s self-description is about the coolest ever: “We play knife-fight music. We play psychotic cowboy music. We will suck the smile off your drunk face.” ‘Nuff said.

That Coyote may prove equally intense with their blended sound of punk and experimental. Check out some of their tracks beforehand here: http://thatcoyote.bandcamp.com/; you won’t be disappointed.

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THurSDay, AUG.7meditation/mindfulness at Willamette Wellness Center. 6735 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 10 – 11 a.m. Learn various meditation techniques to find inner calm, maintain good health, and reduce stress. For info, call 971-218-6798 or visit https://sites.google.com/site/carolynschechtman.

beer Tastings at First Alternative North. 2855 NW Grant Ave., Corvallis. 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Concert: Sage Hoedown. Amphitheater, Bruce Starker Arts Park, 4485 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 6 – 10 p.m. The SAGE Hoedown is a family-friendly concert series featuring three great bands at each concert! The concert proceeds support SAGE, an educational, community organic garden that produces over three tons of food for emergency food shelters. Suggested donation: $10 per family.

nectar Creek Tasting at Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 6 p.m.

Corvallis new Horizons band. 6:15 p.m. Every Thursday. The New Horizons Band is a friendly group welcoming players at all levels. Admission is a quarterly tuition fee. For info including rehearsal location, call Sharon Oefelein at 541-754-6098.

nW banjo band at Papa’s Pizza. 1030 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6:30 p.m.

river rhythms presents uncle Kracker. Monteith River Park, 489 Water Ave. NW, Albany. 7 p.m.

bard in the Quad 2014: ‘Julius Caesar.’ Memorial Union Quad, 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Bard in the Quad presents “Julius Caesar,” Shakespeare’s historical tragedy of conspiracy, betrayal, and political intrigue. General admission: $15 ($10 for students and seniors, $5 for OSU students). Seating not provided. For info or tickets, visit www.bardinthequad.org.

old-Time appalachian music Jam at Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m.

rusty Hinges at Calapooia Brewing. 140 NE Hill St., Albany. 7:30 p.m.

albany Civic Theatre presents: ‘avenue Q.’ 111 W 1st Ave., Albany. 8 p.m. “Avenue Q” is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q.

infinite improv at Cloud & Kelly’s Public House. 126 SW 1st St., Corvallis. 9 p.m.

The Dread Crew of oddwood and Tommy alto at Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9:30 p.m. Cost: $5.

ladies’ night featuring DJ H-ram & Josh Soto at Impulse Bar & Grill. 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 p.m.

buckin’ Thursday Western night at Jack Okole’s Bar & Grill. 140 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 10 p.m.

friDay, AUG. 8Wine Tastings at First Alternative South. 1007 SE 3rd St., Corvallis. 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

parent Survival night. The Little Gym of Corvallis, 958 NW Circle Blvd. 6 – 9 p.m. Meet Queen Elsa and Princess Anna at a “Frozen”-themed Parent Survival Night. Kids must be 3 to 12 years old and bathroom independent. Space is limited. For info or reservations, call 541-753-0950.

movies at monteith river park. 489 Water Ave. NW, Albany. 7 p.m. Bring the whole family and see a classic movie under the stars at Movies at Monteith. Concessions and activities start at 7 p.m. and the movie starts at dusk, about 8:50 p.m.

Hunting film Tour. Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. The Hunting Film Tour spans North America, featuring epic hunting adventures on the big screen. The tour highlights conservation-minded,

fair-chase adventures that share incredible outdoor stories using the best cinematography, editing, and music compilations in the industry. The shows promise to entertain, captivate, and inspire audiences of all ages. Cost: $12.


Dennis monroe’s blues & funk Jam at Meet’n Place Tavern. 1150 Main St., Philomath. 8 p.m.


mango Django at Calapooia Brewing. 140 NE Hill St., Albany. 8 p.m.

Chris baron at Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9 p.m.

SaTurDay, AUG. 9middle pyramid Wildflower Hike. Meet at the OSU Wilkinson Hall parking lot across from the Beanery at 26th St. and Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7 a.m. Participants will carpool to the trail head near Santiam Pass. Wear weather-appropriate clothes, sturdy shoes, and bring water and lunch. This is a steep two-mile hike with the potential reward of seeing gentians near the summit and many wildflowers in the lush vegetation below.

Willamette river relay. Downtown Albany. 7 a.m. – midnight. A multi-sport event centered in historic downtown Albany with proceeds benefiting local river restoration efforts. For info, visit www.riverrelay.com.

Corvallis farmers’ market.

NW Jackson Ave. & NW 1st St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The outdoor farmers’ market features fresh, locally grown, locally produced dairy, meat, and farm goods. The market is open through November. For info, visit www.locallygrown.org.

The blend. Floral Courtyard at Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Blend will showcase a group of Oregon entrepreneurs selling upcycled, bright beach cottage, industrial, mid-century, shabby chic, antique, and vintage French country styles of furniture and home decor. For info, visit The Blend on Facebook.

James Warren, Story Time for Kids at Imagine Coffee Live Arts. 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 10 a.m.

little Sprouts: garden art. Garland Nursery, 5470 Rte. 20, Corvallis. 11 a.m. The Little Sprouts gardeners will be switching gears and creating garden art from recycled materials. Cost: $5 per child. Registration required. For info or to register, call 541-753-6601.

Historic Homes Trolley Tour. NW 2nd St. & NW Jackson Ave., Corvallis. 1 – 2:30 p.m. The Historic Homes Trolley Tour, a guided driving tour of the historic homes in and around downtown Corvallis, takes place on Saturdays. Children are welcome, although the tour is not really suitable for kids under 10. Suggested donation: $5. Seating is limited; reservations are required. For reservations, call Visit Corvallis at 541-757-1544 or 800-334-8118.

blues Showcase at Imagine Coffee Live Arts. 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m.


Hiroshima and nagasaki Commemoration. Corvallis Riverfront Park, 1st St. and Madison Ave. 7:30 p.m. Come remember the August 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and renew our pledge to promote peace and end war.

orquesta monte Calvo and Just people at Calapooia Brewing. 140 NE Hill St., Albany. 8 p.m. Part of the Calapooia Watershed Council Bike, Run, and Paddle fundraising event.


Songs for Sam at Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 8 p.m. Benefit show for Sam Crowson.

alsea falls night: 5K in the Dark. Alsea Falls Recreation Area, Alsea. 9:30 p.m. A headlight is required. The trail will have reflective markers and you need a back-up light source as well. The 5K in the Dark is limited to 100 runners, so register now. Cost: $25. For info, contact Mike Ripley at 541-225-7946 or [email protected].

Joe Withee variety Show at Cloud & Kelly’s Public House. 126 SW 1st St., Corvallis. 10 p.m.

SunDay, AUG. 10alsea falls Summerfest Trail run. Alsea Falls Recreation Area, Alsea. 10 a.m. Choose from a 10K or 20K trail run with many ups and downs along the course. Bring a swimsuit for a post-run dip below Alsea Falls. The run is followed by a BBQ. Cost: $25 to $40.

Kick back & play yard game Tournament. Crystal Lakes Park, Corvallis. Noon. An afternoon of yard games. Teams of two will face off in corn hole, bocce ball, ladder ball, and Kuub while enjoying adult beverages and soaking up the sunshine. For info, visit https://secure.rec1.com/OR/playground-sports/teamleisure/1748c.

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blues Jam at Calapooia Brewing. 140 NE Hill St., Albany. 4 p.m.


monDay, AUG. 11insight meditation group. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, 2945 NW Circle Blvd. 5 p.m. A practice group in the Theravada Buddhist tradition. For info, contact [email protected].

film: ‘lost fish, lost Creeks.’ Martin Luther King Jr. Park Barn, 4905 NW Walnut Blvd., Corvallis. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. This presentation features a film and panel discussion about the oldest fish species living in Oak Creek and its life in an unnamed, little-known

Oak Creek tributary.

bryson Skaar at Imagine Coffee Live Arts. 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m.

TueSDay, AUG. 12Corvallis Community Choir Summer Term. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 7 – 9 p.m. New members arrive 10 minutes early. Rehearsals continue until Aug. 26. No audition is needed, and no memorization is required. The membership fee is $50 for summer term, and some scholarships are available. For info, visit http://corvalliscommunitychoir.us or contact Nan Chaney at [email protected] or 541-740-6068.

Celtic Jam at Imagine Coffee Live Arts. 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7:30 – 9 p.m.

Timba Tuesday at Impulse Bar & Grill. 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m. Join the Rumbanana Salsa Group every Tuesday night after

Rumbanana’s classes at Impulse Bar & Grill. They’ll be playing the best Timba, with a hint of Reggaeton and Bachata. Under 21 allowed until 9 p.m. No cover.

Concerts in the park. Central Park Gazebo, 650 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 8 p.m. The Corvallis Community Band presents its summer Concerts in the Park. The concerts are free and family-friendly. No seating is provided, so bring low chairs and/or blankets and dress for the weather.

WeDneSDay, AUG. 13Cheap night at Darkside Cinema. 215 SW 4th St., Corvallis. Wednesday is Cheap Night at Darkside. Cost: $6 for all shows. Bring your own container for discounted prices on popcorn.

Corvallis farmers’ market. NW Jackson Ave. & NW 1st St., Corvallis. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The outdoor farmers’ market features fresh, locally grown, locally produced dairy, meat, and farm goods. The market is open through November. For info, visit www.locallygrown.org.

oSused Store afternoon Sale. 644 SW 13th St., Corvallis. Noon – 3 p.m. The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly afternoon public sale. Items include furniture, computers and computer accessories, sporting goods, bicycles, household items, and more. For info, visit http://surplus.oregonstate.edu.

Starker forests Tour. Meet at the Comfort Suites Inn, 1730 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 12:30 – 4 p.m. Spend the afternoon touring a breath-taking working forest. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Reservations required. For reservations, call Visit Corvallis at 541-757-1544.

Sandbox at Imagine Coffee Live Arts. 5460 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. 7:30 p.m.

Jazz in the park. Central Park Gazebo, 650 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Hilltop Big Band and Mango Django play Jazz in the Park all summer long! Bring lawn chairs and blankets.

Corvallis belly Dance guild performance. Old World Deli, 341

SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 8 p.m.

Wednesday acoustic live at Les Caves Bier & Kitchen. 308 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 8 – 10 p.m. Great local bands. No cover. Fine food and beer.

THurSDay, AUG. 14meditation/mindfulness at Willamette Wellness Center. 6735 SW Country Club Dr., Corvallis. 10 – 11 a.m. Learn various meditation techniques to find inner calm, maintain good health, and reduce stress. For info, call 971-218-6798 or visit https://sites.google.com/site/carolynschechtman.

Wine Tastings at First Alternative North. 2855 NW Grant Ave., Corvallis. 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Corvallis new Horizons band. 6:15 p.m. Every Thursday. The New Horizons Band is a friendly group welcoming players at all levels. Admission is a quarterly tuition fee. For info including rehearsal location, call Sharon Oefelein at 541-754-6098.

meet the author: peter Stark. Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m. An author reading and signing for Peter Stark’s new book, “Astoria.”

old-Time appalachian music Jam at Old World Deli. 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 7 p.m.


now brothers at Calapooia Brewing. 140 NE Hill St., Albany. 7:30 p.m.

roselit bone and That Coyote at Bombs Away Café. 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 9:30 p.m. Cost: $3.

ladies’ night featuring DJ H-ram & Josh Soto at Impulse Bar & Grill. 1425 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 10 p.m.

buckin’ Thursday Western night at Jack Okole’s Bar & Grill. 140 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 10 p.m.

‘Cool Tools!’ exhibit. Benton County Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. Runs through 2014. The exhibit features tools of regional and national significance from the workshop, laboratory, farm, field, and home. Visitors see the surveying tools used by Oregon pioneer Joseph C. Avery to lay out the town of Marysville in 1851, a theodolite used to survey Lake Superior in 1869, and a chainsaw that might be the largest you’ve ever seen. For info, call 541-929-6230 or visit www.bentoncountymuseum.org.

Summer reading for adults. Benton County. Runs through Aug. 9. The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, as well as Benton County library locations in Philomath, Monroe, and Alsea, will be raffling prizes for books read. For every book read, those aged 18 and older may fill out an entry form either in print or online and their name will be entered into a weekly prize raffle including prizes from many local businesses. A leaderboard will track who, countywide, has read the

most books this summer and a grand prize will be awarded to the winner. For info, to play online, keep up with stats, find out what others are reading, and browse staff picks, visit http://cbcpubliclibrary.net/summer-reading-for-adults/.

oSu art faculty exhibit. Fairbanks Hall, corner of SW Jefferson Way and 26th St., Corvallis. Runs through Oct. 8. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This exhibit demonstrates a broad diversity of styles and approaches to the making of art, with faculty members working in the areas of photography, painting, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, installation, and video.

Heart of Willamette Wineries Summertime Wine Tour. Benton County. Runs through Sept. 23. Pick up a passport and tour Heart of Willamette Wineries (HOWW) for free tastings and a chance to win the grand prize: an afternoon guided barrel tour for four to HOWW wineries of the

winner’s choice. Tickets: $20, available at any HOWW. For info, visit http://heartofwillamette.com/.

‘Hanging around Town.’ Runs through Oct. 31. The Corvallis Art Guild members are hanging their 2-D works at venues throughout the Corvallis and Benton County area. To find out “Who’s Hanging Where,” visit www.clotheslinesale.com.

‘narrative of exploration.’ The Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Runs through Aug. 16. Nancy Helmsworth and Owen Premore, both from Portland, present an exhibit about different types of exploration. Helmsworth’s subject matter is a narrative about exploration, but it also describes the development of her work through this series. Premore’s sculpture is rich in layers of narrative based in the found objects from which the works are created.

‘fancy pants.’ Benton County Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. Runs through Aug. 23. 10 a.m. – 4:30

p.m. “Fancy Pants” is an exhibition of Benton County britches from the museum’s permanent collection. The fashions and fabrics represent both individual taste and societal trends in the home, at work and play. The history behind each pair of trousers provides insight to changes in American gender roles and social norms from 1860-1980. For info, visit www.bentoncountymuseum.org.

Work by Sara Swanberg and anthony gordon. Corrine Woodman Gallery in the Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Runs through Aug. 9. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. For info, visit www.theartscenter.net.

august Watercolor Show. Guistina Gallery at LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Runs through Aug. 29. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local and regional watercolor artists featured work to showcase talent of over 20 artists.

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Delicious blend of mashed Garbanzo beans & sesame tahini. Served on pita with lettuce,

tomatoes, parsley, pepperoncinis, onions, Sumac and tahini sauce.

Vegetarian Falafel $6.49Delicious Páté of ground cooked Garbanzo & Fava beans mixed with special blend of spices.

Served on pita with lettuce, tomatoes, mint, cucumbers, parsley, pepperoncinis, onions,

Sumac and tahini sauce.

Fava-Lava $6.49Delicious Páté of Fava beans. Served on pita

with lettuce, tomatoes, parsley, pepperoncinis, onions, Sumac and tahini sauce.

Feta Cheese with Herbs $6.99Delicious Feta cheese with selected herbs.

Served on pita with lettuce, tomatoes, pepperoncinis, onions and tahini sauce.

Dolmas Salad $7.49Delicious stuffed grape leaves with rice,

tomatoes, onions and a blend of herbs and spices in vegetable-lemon broth and a touch of olive oil.

Zorba the Greek Salad $7.49A mixture of fresh lettuce, spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers and onions, topped

with chunks of feta cheese, black olives, capers and special olive oil dressing.

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Dolmas (stuffed grape leaves), Falafel, Spanokopita (spinach & feta cheese) &

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in loving memory...Please Do This

by Celia Funk

When seven-year-old Nigel Weber died in April, his parents decided to honor him with

something that would last much longer than an ordinary memorial service: a playground in his name. They have set up a fund for the Nigel Weber Memorial Playground, which will be located in Riverfront Park.

Nigel lived just 20 days short of his eighth birthday. He died at home on April 4, 2014 for reasons neither his doctors nor his parents understand. When he complained of severe abdominal pain on Wednesday, April 2, his parents took him to the emergency room, but a variety of tests and scans gave no indication what the problem was. He stayed home on Thursday, too sick to go to school, and on Friday morning, his mother called 911 again even though it was too late. Autopsies have revealed nothing

conclusive about his illness.

During his life, Nigel loved his home of Corvallis. He enjoyed nature, photography, sailing, gardening, and cooking.

The memorial playground, situated at Shawala Point in Riverfront Park, will be a tribute to his love of nature. Through its tribal art themes, it will also reflect his interest in other cultures, and although he never took his dream trip to Iguazu Falls in South America, his playground can help children imagine they’re exploring foreign places they may never be able to visit.

To commemorate Nigel and make his parents’ dream a reality, community members can donate to the fund

through the memorial website, www.amemorialfornigel.org.

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FREE EvEnts saturday 9:00 am-8:00 pmArt Zone sponsored by pegasus Gallery Silent auction of donated art work to support K-5 art education in our public schools

Arts & Crafts Fair

Music Creation Zone sponsored by Gracewinds Music musical instruments of off types to play for all levels of skill

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Corvallis Advocate: August 7th, 2014