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New Businesses of the Month Philomath Frolic & Rodeo & Mid-Valley Dental Arts |
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Beau And Sally Vencill
Stay abreast of progress of Beau and Sally Vencill at the link below. You can also sign the guest book, send emails and make donations at this site. The Vencill family welcomes your prayers and positive words during these difficult times.
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Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire September 13-14, 2008 Come be thee blythe and merry at the Faire! Just 15 miles and 500 years away from downtown Corvallis & the second weekend in September. Here enchantment awaits young and old alike as jousting knights and noble steeds clash on the tourney fyld while minstrels, troubadours, jongleurs, dancers and bards fill the lanes with delight. The only Faire of its kind in Oregon, this exciting event offers an educational interactive adventure in history, welcoming families and children. Modeled on the merriest of elements from the times of Shakespeare and Elizabeth I, and set in the historic renaissance of 1558 to 1603, here all the Faire is a stage, and everyone a player! Elizabethan Revels & Marketplace Kings Valley - Oregon www.shrewfaire.com |
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UPDATE on CHAMBER / MUSEUM CHRISTMAS TREE
September, 2008 The permanent live Christmas Tree is coming to Philomath within the next 2 months. It will be planted in front of the Benton County Historical Museum. The Christmas tree project committee is putting the final touches on the fund raising and last minute preparations. They want to thank the many people who have donated and wish to remind those who are now ready to help out to contact Mona or Jeff (phone numbers below) to make arrangements. The Christmas tree committee is working with the various community organizations to put on a wonderful program for our town. If you’d like to have more information or get involved, please contact the Chamber. The Philomath Chamber of Commerce spear-headed a cooperative effort with the Benton County Historical Museum to provide the citizens of Philomath with a new Christmas tree and permanent location for this long time Philomath tradtion. Starker Forests donated a temporary 20 foot tree for 2007 christmas season. Contact the Mona at the Chamber at 929-2454 or Christmas Tree Project chairman Jeff Lamb at 453-4041 2008 Christmas Tree budget Cooperative Effort Details Corvallis Gazette-Times features new Christmas tree |
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Lions Club Book Drive
Now, for Fall The Philomath Lions Club is conducting a book, music, and movie collection drive for its Fall Used Book Sale. Drop off points are Citizen's Bank, Philomath Liquor Store, or the Lions Club Fireworks Trailer in the Thriftway parking lot (June 23 to July 4 from Noon to 7:00 p.m.). You can call 929-5006 to arrange for pickups of large quantities of books and other media. Details are here: Book Drive Details |
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John Hardy to retire - Philomath Gleaners
July, 2008 John Hardy is coordinator of the Philomath Gleaners, a division of the Philomath Community Services. He has successfully organized the Gleaners into an efficient and well run department with loyal, hard working volunteers and happy customers. The Board of Directors of the Philomath Community Services has been thrilled with the work John has been doing for the Philomath community. Ill health is forcing John to relinquish his leadership position with the Gleaners. It is now time for another ambitious volunteer to step up and help guide the Gleaners. Both John and the Board of Directors are anxious to assist the next coordinator. So, you can contact the Philomath Community Services president, Jeff Lamb at jefflamb02@peak.org (453-4041) or John Hardy at 929-3685 to offer your services for this position. Corvallis Gazette-Times article on John Hardy |
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Philomath Frolic and Rodeo
July 10, 11, 12, 13 - 2008 The Philomath Frolic & Rodeo is held during the second weekend of July with three Northwest Professional Rodeo Association sanctioned rodeos, (NPRA), Lions Club breakfasts, Mary's Peak Search & Rescue Beef & Chicken Barbecues, The Kids and Main Street Parades, Crafts booths, Food booths, Silver Lite Rodeo, Friday & Saturday Dance, Carnival Rides, Old Fashion Fiddle Jam, Musical Christian Cowboy Church Service, Patton's Mini Bull Buckers, Bingo, Kids Korner, Novice Barrel Racing, and much more to make a fun-filled weekend. The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Parade, is held Saturday morning along Main Street, it is a huge crowd pleaser. 541-929-2611 & 541-929-3656 The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Ken Stueve, President www.philomathrodeo.org |
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Philomath Classic Car Show
July 5, 2008 The Philomath City Park will be the venue for the July 5, 2008 Philomath Classic car show. It is an event for vintage car lovers from all over the Northwest who enjoy the "Show 'n Shine" competition. Great food, rock 'n roll music, and 50/50 drawings will be available. For the young car buffs, our Kids' Choice program gets young people, 12 and under, involved. Competition is open to cars and trucks dating from 1900 to 1975. For information about registration and vehicle categories, please visit: Once again the Philomath Classic is being held in the Philomath City Park at 23rd and Applegate. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and Spectators are welcomed free at 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Philomath Community Services. Philomath Class Car Show web site |
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Mary's Peak Shiners' Trek & Peewee Rodeo August 16-17, 2008 The Northwest Youth Rodeo Association was founded in 1974 to keep the western heritage alive in America, to help build self-confidence and leadership skills in our youth. Also to give children, ages two through high school, the opportunity to experience the challenge and excitement of junior rodeo competition. The NYRA is made up of four age divisions at which the kids compete in the traditional rodeo events: from barrel racing to bull riding. Our season wraps up with our Finals Rodeos being held in Philomath the 3rd weekend in August. For more information please visit our web site. www.philomathrodeo.org/events/shinertrek.php |
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Chamber Awards Kevin Boss
March 2, 2008 The Philomath Chamber Honors Kevin Boss In a fully packed gymnasium at the Philomath High School, on behalf of the Philomath community, the Chamber of Commerce was proud to present to Kevin Boss, #89 from the New York Giants, an award for all that he has done for the Philomath area. I know I speak for everyone in this room when I say "Kevin, we love your confidence and you are our hero." Debbie Thorpe, Philomath Chamber President The plaque read: The Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce Acknowledges Kevin Boss for his outstanding leadership, support and inspiration for the community of Philomath, Oregon. March 2, 2008 |
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PHILOMATH COMMUNITY SERVICES
Asks for Support this Holiday Season Donations down 40% - USDA cuts funding by 50% This week, the Philomath Food Bank seemed filled with food, but “in a month these shelves will be pretty empty,” said Dot Richardson, the organization’s manager. Jeff Lamb, president of Philomath Community Services, said donations to the organization were down 40 percent this year, but the nonprofit is helping more people. “We’re here every week, doing what we can,” he said.
See Corvallis Gazette-Times Story Dec. 20, 2007
During this holiday season the Philomath Community Services is again helping many of our neighbors who lack the basics here in Philomath. The need for supplemental food and clothing has more than doubled in just the last two years while prices have gone up and USDA has cut their support. Please join us in making this holiday season special and enjoyable for all of our neighbors. Here is how you can help. Philomath Community Services fund raising letter Thank you. |
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CORVALLIS GAZETTE-TIMES
OPINION April 30, 2007 Philomath's Chamber of Commerce continues to work very hard for the community after nearly 35 years of proven service. The Chamber's main purpose is to support the business owners that in turn support Philomath. The businesses do that by employing our citizens, paying taxes, and supporting our schools along with the many volunteer service clubs and organizations that make Philomath such a great community to live in. Read the rest of the article here. |
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