Events for March 2015
Lebanon Chamber of Commerce
Mar 3    Build Lebanon Trails Community Meeting (Monthly)
The Build Lebanon Trails Community Meetings are a great opportunity for you to learn more about the 50 miles of trails throughout Lebanon. We want to share with you our vision and also hear what you have to say about the trails. This is the place where you can: *Express your ideas or concerns *Become a volunteer *Learn about trails and projects Please feel free to join us. We look forward to having you join our meetings and answer any questions you may have. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm in conference room C at the Lebanon Community Hospital. The meeting will take place just after the BLT Board meeting.
Date: March 3, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://lebanontrails.com
Location: Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital Conference Room C 525 N. Santiam Hwy Lebanon, OR 97355
Contact: Rod Sell 541-409-1302
EMail: blt@buildlebanontrails.com
Date/Time Details: 3/3/15 at 6:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Mar 4    Timberview Care Center Open House
Please join Timberview Care Center at our Open House and experience our recently remodeled facility and therapy gym. Tours, finger food and refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all Chamber Members and the general public.
Date: March 4, 2015
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 1023 6th Ave. SW, Albany
Contact: Contact Dennis Dunmyer for more information and to RSVP at 541-926-8664 or at ddunmyer@prestigecare.com .
EMail: ddunmyer@prestigecare.com
Date/Time Details: March 4th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: None.
Mar 4    Beginning Ballet for Teens, Tweens and Adults
Cascade Performing Arts offers an introductory ballet class for teens and adults who have never taken ballet before or who have some experience and are dancing at a beginning level. If you've always dreamed about taking ballet but never got around to it, or took it as a child, this is the perfect class for you! This friendly ballet class meets on Wednesdays at Cascade Performing Arts Studio in Lebanon.
Date: March 4, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Cascade Performing Arts Studio, 800 Harrison Street, Lebanon, OR
Contact: Kaynor Heineck 541-401-9780
EMail: kaynorw@kaynor.net
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Fees/Admission: $5.00
Mar 6    Greeters PayneWest Insurance
Greeters PayneWest Insurance - Join Ron Garrett and his staff for a great networking start to your Friday morning!  There will be snacks and prizes as well - don't forget it's FREE so bring a friend!

on bain St. in Albany - view the attached map for directions
Date: March 6, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: 1025 Bain St SE., Albany
Contact: Shelly Garrett 541-258-7164
EMail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 6
8:30-9:15am
Mar 7    Authentic Italian Dinner and Silent Auction
Fundraiser St.Edward Catholic Church--Authentic Italian Dinner and Silent Auction Over 40 silent auction items such as: half day fishing trip for two, oak firewood, vacation home in Waldport for 2 weekend nights or 3 weekday nights,hot air balloon ride, homemade bread (one loaf a month for a year), one pie per month for a year, chain saw, leaf blower Snap-on tools ratchet set,Kayak lessons for two, quilt, oil changes for a year and many, many more
Date: March 7, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: St. Edward Catholic Church 100 South Main St. Lebanon,OR
Contact: Tom Diamantine 541-258-2607
EMail: tookers@comcast.net
Date/Time Details: March 7, 2015 Silent auction 6:30pm-8:30pm Italian dinner 7:00pm
Fees/Admission: $25 Adults Only event. Tickets available at St Edward Catholic Church.
Mar 9    Lifelong Learning Lecture
Lifelong Learning Lecture Presented By: JonLee Joseph On Thailand Living and Working in Thailand as a College teacher of English, Ms. JonLee Joseph also worked with the Mahasarakham Storytelling Troup for five years. She lived in the city and on weekends in the Village of Elephants. The Village was a traditional one with cattle and rice fields and hand-loomed cotton and silk fabrics. Ms. Joseph will show fabrics and share aspects of the culture of kindness.
Date: March 9, 2015
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: The Oaks at Lebanon 621 W. Oak St. Lebanon, Or. 97355
Contact: Please R.S.V.P. to reserve your seats by contacting our office 541-258-7777
EMail: Theoaksmktg@frontiermgmt.com
Date/Time Details: Mon. March 9th At: 2:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 10    Distinguished Service Awards
Distinguished Service Awards
Date: March 10, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.lebanon-chamber.org
Location: Samaritan Center
605 Mullins Dr., Lebanon
Contact: -Shelly Garrett 541-258-7164
EMail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 10
Mar 10    Lebanon After Five Connection Affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries
After Five Connection presents "RU Healthy". ATTENTIOIN: Working Ladies, College Students, and Moms. You are invited to Dinner and a Special Program. SPECIAL FEATURE: Presented by Kathy Bengtson from Lebanon. Educating and counseling women to get and stay healthy naturally is Kathy's expertise, love, and passion. Her gifts as an artist and a unique jewelry designer add that final essential touch! GUEST SPEAKER: Andi Buerger from Redmond. A veteran national speaker and humorist, Andi has a diverse background with degrees in business administration and law. She retains multiple titles including corporate trainer, adult educator and service industry expert. WE HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US! EVERYONE WELCOME. Please call for your reservation, and mark your calendar for March 10 at Kings Coffee House in Lebanon.
Date: March 10, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Kings Coffee House (Across the street from the Kuhn Theater) 661 S. Main Street Lebanon, OR 97355
Contact: Nancy L. Pinzino 541-259-1396
EMail: NancyPinzino@comcast.net
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, March 10, 2015 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $7.00 inclusive (Not credit card ready) For reservations please call Nancy @541-259-1396 or Norma @541-259-5672 or e-mail NancyPinzino@comast.net or normajean55@centurytel.net
Mar 11    Beginning Ballet for Teens, Tweens and Adults
Cascade Performing Arts offers an introductory ballet class for teens and adults who have never taken ballet before or who have some experience and are dancing at a beginning level. If you've always dreamed about taking ballet but never got around to it, or took it as a child, this is the perfect class for you! This friendly ballet class meets on Wednesdays at Cascade Performing Arts Studio in Lebanon.
Date: March 11, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Cascade Performing Arts Studio, 800 Harrison Street, Lebanon, OR
Contact: Kaynor Heineck 541-401-9780
EMail: kaynorw@kaynor.net
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Fees/Admission: $5.00
Mar 12 - Mar 15    36th Lane County Home & Garden Show
36th Lane County Home & Garden Show March 12-15, 2015 Lane Co. Convention Center: 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene (541) 484-9247 Celebrate Spring! Shop & compare 350 exhibits featuring experts, products and services for homes & yards. Headlining the show is TV & Radio Host Melinda Myers of Birds & Blooms magazine. Visit the Expo Halls to tour the springtime Showcase Gardens and visit the plant sales. Learn ?How-to? at 45+ home & garden seminars. Register to win home and garden prizes. FREE admission with canned food donations benefitting Food for Lane County. FREE Parking. Thurs & Fri: 5pm-9pm, Sat: 10am-8pm & Sun: 10am-5pm www.EugeneHomeShow.com
Date: March 12, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.eugenehomeshow.com
Location: Lane Co. Convention Center: 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene OR
Contact: Berg Productions, Inc. ~ PO Box 1093, Eugene, OR 97440 Ph. 541.484.9247 / Fax: 541.302.6845 EugeneHomeShow.com
EMail: info@eugenehomeshow.com
Date/Time Details: March 12-15, 2015 Fri: 5pm-9pm, Sat: 10am-8pm, Sun: 10am-5pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 13    Greeters Precision Pressure Washing & Steam Cleaning
Greeters Precision Pressure Washing & Steam Cleaning
Date: March 13, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: At the Veterans Home in Lebanon, 600 N. 5th St.
Contact: Shelly Garrett 541-258-7164
EMail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 13 8:30-9:15am
Mar 13 - Mar 14    Strawberrian Spaghetti Feed
Strawberrian Spaghetti Feed
Date: March 13, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Elks 
Lebanon
Contact: Mary Blanshan 541-409-7122
Date/Time Details: March 13th
5-8pm
Fees/Admission: $7 a plate
$25 family
Mar 14    Build Lebanon Trails Hike with Sweet Home Trails
Message from the Sweet Home Trails Group. Hello everyone Our annual hike with Build Lebanon Trails is next Saturday March 14th at 10:00am and is always a great event. This will be a great chance to meet some new folks and walk the Western States Property. As always we will have some coffee and snacks. Come enjoy this great hike, we look forward to seeing you. When: Saturday March 14, 10:00am Where: Meet at the end of 24th street in Sweet Home, just past the city maintenance shop. Bring: Dress for the weather (lets hope its similar to today) and waterproof boots are a good idea. There is one area where we have to walk on logs in water. Why: To meet others in your community, learn about the property and get outside. Kids and well mannered dogs and are always welcome. Please let me know if you have any questions, thanks, Jon
Date: March 14, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://buildlebanontrails.com
Location: From I5 (North or South) take exit #228 for Corvallis-Lebanon/OR-34; head East on OR-34 towards Lebanon. Follow OR-34 into town; take a right onto South Main Street/US-20 E. Continue East on US-20 for approximately 15 miles. Turn left onto 24th Ave (across from the Circle K on Hwy 20 east of downtown Sweet Home. We will meet at the end of 24th Ave. (Address: 2405 24th Ave. Sweet Home, OR 97386)
Contact: Rod Sell 541-409-1302
EMail: blt@buildlebanontrails.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 10:00am
Fees/Admission: Free
Mar 14    Pioneer Pride Fun!
Auction, Bingo and Spaghetti

Child care provided for younger children!!!
Date: March 14, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Pioneer School
500 N. 5th St., Lebanon
Date/Time Details: March 14
5pm
Fees/Admission: $10 per person (includes Bingo, Spaghetti, Salad, Bread & Cookie)
$5 person Bingo (without dinner)
Free for Auction
Mar 17    Free Seminar Tomorrow's Media, Understood Today
KEZI is bringing Nationally recognized leader in Small to Medium Sized Business, research consultant Borrell & Associates, to provide information on "Tomorrow's Media, Understoon Today!
Date: March 17, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Holiday Inn
919 Kruse Way, Springfield
Contact: Debbie Carter - 541-485-5611 x1035
EMail: debbiecarter@kezi.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday March 17
AM Seminar 8-10am
Fees/Admission: FREE!!

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Mar 17    Free Seminar Tomorrow's Media, Understood Today
KEZI is bringing Nationally recognized leader in Small to Medium Sized Business, research consultant Borrell & Associates, to provide information on "Tomorrow's Media, Understoon Today!
Date: March 17, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Holiday Inn
919 Kruse Way, Springfield
Contact: Debbie Carter - 541-485-5611 x1035
EMail: debbiecarter@kezi.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday March 17
PM Seminar 12-2pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!!

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Mar 18    Lebanon Tourism Committee
Lebanon Tourism Committee
Date: March 18, 2015
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Lebanon Chamber office
Mar 18    Beginning Ballet for Teens, Tweens and Adults
Cascade Performing Arts offers an introductory ballet class for teens and adults who have never taken ballet before or who have some experience and are dancing at a beginning level. If you've always dreamed about taking ballet but never got around to it, or took it as a child, this is the perfect class for you! This friendly ballet class meets on Wednesdays at Cascade Performing Arts Studio in Lebanon.
Date: March 18, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Cascade Performing Arts Studio, 800 Harrison Street, Lebanon, OR
Contact: Kaynor Heineck 541-401-9780
EMail: kaynorw@kaynor.net
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Fees/Admission: $5.00
Mar 19    Business After Hours - Smiling Web Design/Eastern Flow Massage
Business After Hours
Date: March 19, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.lebanon-chamber.org
Location: Smiling Web Design and Eastern Flow Massage
Location TBA
Contact: Shelly Garrett 541-258-7164
EMail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 19  
5-7pm
Fees/Admission: FREE BRING A FRIEND!!
Mar 20    Greeters Brookdale Lebanon
Greeters Brookdale Lebanon
Date: March 20, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: 181 S. 5th St., Lebanon
Contact: Shelly Garrett 541-258-7164
EMail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 20
8:30-9:15am
Mar 21 - Mar 22    The Oaks @ Lebanon Spring Bazaar
The Oaks @ Lebanon is having a Spring Bazaar. We will have so much awesome stuff to look at and buy from our local vendors including our very own residents sharing their wonderful talents. We will also we hosting a chili feed during the hours of 11 am to 1 pm to support Alzheimers. So please make sure to come in and shop!!
Date: March 21, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: The Oaks @ Lebanon 621 w Oak St Lebanon OR 97355
Contact: Kris Madison 541-258-7777
EMail: activities@oaksatlebanon.com
Date/Time Details: March 21st and 22nd 9 am to 3 pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Mar 25    Beginning Ballet for Teens, Tweens and Adults
Cascade Performing Arts offers an introductory ballet class for teens and adults who have never taken ballet before or who have some experience and are dancing at a beginning level. If you've always dreamed about taking ballet but never got around to it, or took it as a child, this is the perfect class for you! This friendly ballet class meets on Wednesdays at Cascade Performing Arts Studio in Lebanon.
Date: March 25, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Cascade Performing Arts Studio, 800 Harrison Street, Lebanon, OR
Contact: Kaynor Heineck 541-401-9780
EMail: kaynorw@kaynor.net
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Fees/Admission: $5.00
Mar 27    Greeters CASA of Linn County
Greeters will be at  CASA of Linn County.  Come join us for some great networking and learn about this non-profit organization and the difference they make in childrens lives right here in Linn County. Remember this is a FREE event so bring a friend!!
Date: March 27, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: 2730 Pacific Blvd. SE Suite 201, Albany 97321  Check out the Google Map Below for detailed instruction.
Contact: Shelly Garrett 541-258-7164
EMail: shelly@lebanon-chamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 27
8:30-9:15am
Fees/Admission: FREE!!
 
Mar 27    Oregon Veterans' Home, Lebanon Spring Fling
The community is invited to visit the Lebanon Veterans Home for a fun filled day with veterans, family and friends. Event parking at Pioneer School. Join the staff dressed in 50s theme! Events: 12pm-2pm Happy Hours Photobooth will be on site with an array of 50's and Americana props. 12pm-3pm Car clubs will be in the front parking lot featuring the Rolling Oldies of Lebanon, "Stand By Me" Car Club of Brownsville, and Early Ford V-8 Club of Corvallis!\ 12pm-3pm Face Painting: Felicific Faces of Sonlit Clowns presented by Terrabunn 12pm-4pm Oregon Veterans' Motorcycle Association (OVMA) sponsored booth of FREE military surplus supplies and clothing for all, while supplies last. 3pm-4pm Musical Guest Pat Patridge along with a pianist and vocalist will be singing an array of "Oldies but Goodies" in the Activity Room. Tours will also be available all afternoon!
Date: March 27, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://www.lebanon.oregonveteranshomes.com/ and facebook.com/lebanonveteranshome
Location: Oregon Veterans' Home Lebanon 600 N. 5th St. Lebanon, OR 97355
Contact: Megan Eddy (Recreation Director) 541-497-7306 Katie Landgren (Assistant to the Program Director) 541-497-7340 katie.landgren@ovhlebanon.org
EMail: megan.eddy@ovhlebanon.org
Date/Time Details: 03.27.15
12pm - 4pm
Fees/Admission: Free!
Mar 28 - Mar 29    67th Annual Sweet Home Gem and Mineral Show
Gem and mineral show featuring wondrous displays of gems, minerals, and fossils. There are kid friendly activities including silent auctions. Door prizes abound and raffle items are offered. Demonstrations feature jewelry creation and other lapidary skills. Vendors offer many rock and gem specimens, unique jewelry, fossils and lapidary supplies. Handicap parking and a food kart are available. A great and affordable spring break activity for families.
Date: March 28, 2015
Location: Sweet Home High School Gym, 1641 Long Street
Contact: Show Chairman: (541) 451-2740, or Publicity (541) 259-3793
EMail: mekenberg@centurylink.net
Date/Time Details: March 28, 10:00AM-6:00PM March 29, 10:00AM-5:00PM
Fees/Admission: $.50, children 12 and under free with an adult admission
Mar 28 - Mar 29    67th Annual Sweet Home Gem and Mineral Show
Gem and mineral show that features amazing displays of gems, minerals, fossils, and jewelry. Demonstrations that feature one of a kind jewelry making by artisan crafters. There are adult and children's activities to educate and entertain the public about the wonders of nature. Vendors have available a wide variety of mineral, rock, and fossil specimens as well as unique jewelry creations. Beautiful door prizes and raffle items will be offered. This event is a family friendly event that is an affordable addition to family spring break activities. Sponsored by : Sweet Home Rock and Mineral Society ( a non-profit organization)
Date: March 28, 2015
Location: Sweet Home High School Gym, 1641 Long Street in Sweet Home, Oregon
Contact: Show Chairman: Joe Cota (541) 451-2740 Publicity: Marie Ekenberg (541) 259-3793,
EMail: mekenberg@centurylink.net
Date/Time Details: March 28, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and March 29, 10:00AM to 5:00 PM
Fees/Admission: $.50, Children 12 and under free with an adult
Mar 28    Friends of the Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Lebanon Public Library will hold their used book sale on Saturday (May 24) from 10 am – 2 pm at the Lebanon Senior Center.  Huge variety of books (and videos) at great prices!  All proceeds go to supporting library programs and resources.
Date: March 28, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Lebanon Senior Center, 55 Academy St.
Contact: Carol Dinges, Library Services Manager (541) 258-4232
Date/Time Details: Starting May 24th and will be the 4th Saturday of every month!
10-2pm