Other Youth Organizations
Educational
4-H Youth Program
Benton County
1849 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis
541-766-6750
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/benton
Linn County
104 Fourth St. S.W., Albany
541-967-3871
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/linn
Volunteer-led clubs for youths in kindergarten through high school focusing on such areas as animal science, natural resources, horticulture, home economics, leadership skills, community service, personal development and expressive arts. Sponsored by Oregon State University Extension Service.
A Child’s Place Enrichment Program
541-745-2027
After-school and summer enrichment classes in Corvallis for ages 2 and up.
AFS Intercultural Programs
541-928-1009, 541-926-4172 (Albany)
541-752-6866, 541-752-0351 (Corvallis)
www.afscascades.org
International, nonprofit organization that promotes intercultural learning through worldwide high school student exchanges.
Avery House Nature Center
541-758-6198
www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org
Nature education programs for youth and their families based in the Avery House at the edge of Avery Park in Corvallis. The center offers classes for preschoolers, summer day camps, in-service programs and field trips during the school year, plus family nature walks/programs in the summer and fall. Avery House also has live animal exhibits and can be hired to host small parties; call for a detailed schedule.
Community Before and After School Program
(P.O. Box 1717, Albany, OR 97321)
541-967-9322
www.cap.peak.org
State-certified child care before and after school in Greater Albany Public Schools from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Open all year — seven sites during school year, three sites during summer.
Community Services Consortium
541-928-6335 (Albany)
541-752-1010 (Corvallis)
541-451-1071 (Lebanon)
www.csc.gen.or.us
Youth programs include work training for youths ages 14 to 24, alternative schooling and YouthBuild.
Corvallis Destination Imagination
541-754-3811
oregondi@comcast.net
www.oregondi.org
Extracurricular creative problem-solving program for students in kindergarten through high school.
First Robotics Team 1359
541-259-1450
robotics@imtech-or.com
www.scalawags.org
Inspiring interest and excitement in science and technology combined with high adventure activities. Meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday; call for location.
OSU Precollege Programs
541-737-5231
www.oregonstate.edu/precollege
Oregon State University offers a full range of programs for kids in kindergarten through high school designed to open pathways to higher education though academic opportunities.
OSU Science and Math Investigative Learning Experiences (SMILE)
541-737-2388
http://smile.oregonstate.edu
Enrichment program for educationally under-served youth in partner communities in Oregon.
Parents for Education Plus (PE+)
541-753-6719
parentsforeducationplus@yahoo.com
Nonprofit, volunteer organization interested in providing quality educational programs for children.
Saturday Academy
541-737-1822, 541-737-8139
http://academy.engr.oregonstate.edu/
A year-long, extracurricular education program sponsored by Oregon State University. OSU works with business, educational and professional community partners to provide small, hands-on classes in math, science and technology for students in grades five through 12 on Saturdays. Weeklong camps offered in summer; some tuition assistance available.
Start Making a Reader Today (SMART)
541-754-4965
www.getsmartoregon.org
Weekly reading program for students in kindergarten through third grade in low-income schools.
The Joan Craig Center
537 S. Third St., Jefferson
541-327-1363
www.joancraigcenter.com
Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (school year) and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (T-TH during summer).
Allied educational therapists offer counseling and testing and specialize in helping people with dyslexia. Testing by appointment only.
Leadership
Boy Scouts of America
Benton County
541-760-9043
www.bentonbsa.org
Linn County
541-928-6694
www.cpcbsa.org
Youth organization for boys 7 to 18 and coed organization for boys and girls 14 to 21 emphasizing leadership skills, personal growth and skill development through hands-on educational experiences, service, outdoor activities, friendship and fun.
Camp Fire USA
503-581-0477
www.campfireusawillamettecouncil.org
Youth clubs and camps to promote self-esteem and self-reliance among students in kindergarten through high school.
Girl Scouts
800-875-2451
www.girlscoutsofsantiam.org
International organization for girls ages 5 to 18 that builds courage, confidence and character through friendships, fun and service.
Linn-Benton Young Marines.
541-367-3822 or 541-928-4558
www.linnbentonyoungmarines.com
North Albany Elementary School
815 E. Thornton Lake Drive N.W.
Meets from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. second and fourth Saturday. Registration costs are $250. A program to positively impact America’s future by providing quality youth development programs for boys and girls that nurtures and develops its members into responsible citizens who enjoy and promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
Philomath Scout Lodge, Inc.
(P.O. Box 662, Philomath, OR 97370)
541-929-7619
www.philomathscoutlodge.org
This nonprofit group is starting a youth lodge to provide educational and outdoor activities. The building sits on 58 acres in east Philomath, and the land, a former mill site, includes wetlands. A sports field, hiking and viewing trails and camping areas also are planned for the land. Board members include representatives of Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H and the Philomath School District.
Preschool
Albany Indoor Park Co-Op
Boys & Girls Club of Albany, 1215 Hill St. S.E.
541-926-6666
www.albanyindoorpark.org
Open 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. (M-F, except Wednesday, during school year).
Parent cooperative offering indoor play areas for infants through pre-kindergarten age children under supervision of their parents. Membership is $45 per family.
Corvallis Community Children’s Center
541-753-0191
ccccadmin@peak.org
http://corvallischildcare.org
Developmentally appropriate schools that provide safe, nurturing environments and enriching activities, plus child care, for all ages. Hours vary by location.
Growing Oaks Center: 3731 S.W. Jefferson Way
Lancaster Center: 3285 N.E. Oxford Circle
Monroe Center: 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave.
Corvallis Indoor Park
Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis, 1112 N.W. Circle Blvd
Tunison Fire Station (community room), 364 S.W. Tunison Ave.
541-740-1600
www.indoor-parks.org
Nonprofit organization that provides indoor, unstructured play areas for infants through kindergarten-age children under the supervision of their parents. Playtimes on weekdays from September to May.
Early Learning Center
First United Methodist Church, 1115 SW 28th Ave., Albany
541-928-4363
lori@albanyfirstumc.org
Open 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (M-F).
Nonprofit Christian preschool, kindergarten and child care program for kids ages 2½ to 11.
First Christian Pre-Primary
432 Ferry St. S.W., Albany
541-917-1931
Open 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. (M-F).
Preschool opportunity for 3- to 5-year-olds, including a speech and language enhancement program.
Kidco Head Start
541-758-1164
corvallis@kidcoheadstart.org
Preschool program for children of income eligible families who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. Assistance with referrals and support services for families.
LBCC Parent/Child Classes
541-917-4897
jerri.wolfe@linnbenton.edu
www.linnbenton.edu/go/parenting-education
Linn-Benton Community College offers a variety of courses for parents and children up to 5 years old with information, activities, songs and games focused on supporting young children’s development in a number of Linn and Benton county locations.
LBCC Parent Cooperative Preschools
541-917-4897
jerri.wolfe@linnbenton.edu
www.linnbenton.edu/familyresources/parenteducation
Preschool cooperatives in Albany, Central Linn, Corvallis, Philomath and Scio for parents with children 3 to 5 years old designed to support children’s optimal growth and development while preparing them to enter school. Also offers support to parents who work in the classroom and attend seminars.
Maple Lawn Preschool
1950 Salem Ave. S.E., Albany
541-917-7753
www.cityofalbany.net/parks/programs/maplelawn.php
Preschool operated by the Albany Parks and Recreation Departmenterves children with a variety of needs by focusing on group interaction and skill building.
OSU Child Development Center/Oregon Head Start Prekindergarten Program
541-737-2516
joanne.sorte@oregonstate.edu
Offers programs for community and Head Start-eligible families with children age 3 (by Sept. 1) to 5 years old (kindergarten eligible). Children with special needs welcome. Meets from 8:45 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3:45 p.m. (T-F).
Periwinkle Child Development Center
Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany
541-917-4898
beuderj@linnbenton.edu
www.linnbenton.edu/familyresources/pcdc
Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (M-F).
Full-time, year-round child care for children ages 18 months through kindergarten; breakfast and snacks provided.
Service
Squires of the Round Table
Albany Masonic Hall, 431 First Ave.
www.oregondemolay.org
Service organization for boys ages 9 to 12 sponsored by Oregon DeMolay.
Social
Corvallis Young Life
541-908-3333
www.midvalley.younglife.org
Christian organization featuring weekly, monthly and seasonal events for middle school and high school students.
Pioneer Club
541-757-8021
office@calvin-church.org
Bible stories, games, singing and skits for kids age 3 through 5th grade; everyone is invited.
- Calvin Presbyterian Church
1736 N.W. Dixon St., Corvallis
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (W)
Star Wars Fan Club
541-791-0015
For kids and adults who enjoy Star Wars. Meetings for kindergarten through fifth grade and for sixth grade through adult scheduled throughout the year; call for details.
Sports & Recreation
Albany Aquatic Association
Albany Community Pool, 2150 S.E. 36th St.
541-926-1976, 541-928-6257
www.albanyaquaticassoc.com
Competitive swim team for ages 5 and up with experienced coaches. Practice is 4 to 6 p.m. (M-F)
American Youth Soccer Association (AYSO)
541-924-9114 (Albany)
www.albanyayso.com
541-929-7422 (Corvallis)
www.corvallisayso.org
Recreational soccer programs in the fall and spring for ages 4 to 18.
Corvallis Aquatic Team
541-766-6306
www.corvallisaquaticteam.org/
Swim team offering year-round professional instruction, training and opportunities for competition to Willamette Valley athletes of all ages, abilities and interest levels.
Corvallis Girls Rugby Club
keirtanna@yahoo.com
www.oregonyouthrugby.com
An after-school program for high school girls around the mid-Willamette Valley that emphasizes sportsmanship, fitness, teamwork and leadership. Season runs from February through May, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Participation fees vary.
Corvallis Sports Park
175 S.W. Twin Oaks Circle
541-757-0776
onegoal@peak.org
www.corvallissportspark.com
Year-round, multi-use facility that provides a safe and fun place to play sports.
F.C. Willamette
541-753-4902
www.fcwillamette.org
Competitive and recreational soccer program for U7-U10 (Junior Academy) and U11-U18 (Premier Academy).
Future Spartans Basketball
541-908-4335
fs@futurespartan.com
Program teaches basketball fundamentals and team play to middle school students in Corvallis. Three practices or games each week from November through mid-March.
Gym on Wheels
541-929-2003
Non-competitive gymnastics classes for children ages 18 months to 12 years on Tuesday afternoons during the school year. Summer camps also available.
Lil’ Kickers Child Development Program
541-757-0776
lilkickers@peak.org
www.corvallissportspark.com
A soccer development program for kids ages 1½ to 12 years old.
- Corvallis Sports Park
175 S.W. Twin Oaks Circle
Classes, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (W-SAT)
Linn Benton High School Rugby
541-926-0411
corvallisyouthrugby@yahoo.com
www.eteamz.com/lbyr
An after-school program for high school students around the mid-Willamette Valley that emphasizes sportsmanship, fitness, teamwork and leadership. Season runs from January through May, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Participation fees vary.
Little League
503-585-6892
541-917-8811 (Albany)
www.albanyll.com
541-752-5440 (Corvallis)
www.corvallisll.net
Youth baseball and softball programs with several different instructional and competitive divisions for ages 5 to 18. Season runs from spring into summer.
Oregon Elite All-Star Cheerleading & Tumbling
2440 S.W. Ferry St., Suite C, Albany
541-905-5050
suzistavas@comcast.net
www.oregonelitecheer.com
Offers all-star cheerleading teams to boys and girls in kindergarten through high school as well as beginning, intermediate and advanced tumbling lessons.
Oregon Ki Society, Corvallis Dojo
115 S.W. Second St., Corvallis
541-757-2746
www.oregonki.org
Teaches mind-body coordination and how to apply it to Aikido and daily life. Free introductory lessons available.
OSU KidSpirit Program
541-737-5437
http://kidspirit.oregonstate.edu
Offers recreational opportunities and day camps throughout the year, including Red Cross-certified swim classes for children ages 18 months and up, gymnastics, rock climbing, tennis and arts and crafts programs, plus American Red Cross babysitting and dance classes for sixth-graders and older. Sponsored by the OSU College of Health and Human Sciences.
Tennis West
541-929-6212
powerserve@fastermac.net
Friendly, informal environment to learn or play tennis. Individual and group lessons offered for all ages and levels of expertise.
Timberhill Tennis Club
2775 N.W. 29th St., Corvallis
541-753-1043
www.timberhilltennis.com
Junior Development Program available at member-owned tennis club with six indoor and two outdoor tennis courts. Junior and adult instructional courses offered; club sometimes hosts tournaments.
West Coast Extreme Cheer
2200 Three Lakes Road S.E., Albany
541-917-0200
ultimate1906@aol.com
www.westcoastextremecheer.com
All-star cheerleading teams and after-school youth programs.
The Arts
ACTeens
Albany Civic Theater, 111 W. First St.
541-791-1020
www.albanycivic.org (Click “ACTeens”)
Theatrical training on-stage and off for teens ages 12 to 19. Meets one Saturday per month, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., September through June.
Adventures in Acting
www.adventuresinacting.com
Annual musical theater camp for youth, ages 8 to 18, culminating in thrilling public performances. Auditions in early May. Camp is in mid- to late June.
Albany Library Anime Club
Albany Main Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.
541-917-0015
doris.hicks@cityofalbany.net
http://library.cityofalbany.net
Students in grades five through adults who like to watch Japanese animation, read the popular Japanese comic book-format Manga books or draw in Manga style are invited to join the Anime Club to meet others with similar interests. Meets one Saturday each month September through May; no registration necessary.
Albany Marionette Troupe
Albany Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 Ferry St. S.W.
541-917-0015
http://library.cityofalbany.net
Youths entering grades six through 12 in the fall are invited to help perform an original show using stringed puppets beginning in May of each year. Registration is free; no auditions required.
The Arts Center
700 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis
541-754-1551
www.theartscenter.net
Art classes, dance instruction, summer camp and other arts-related activities throughout the year for children ages 3 to 12. Artist residencies provided to Linn and Benton county schools.
Cascade Performing Arts Center
800 Harrison St., Lebanon
541-258-2572
Year-round classes and performance opportunities in tap, jazz, ballet, tumbling and adult fitness.
Corvallis Montessori School Summer Arts Camp
2730 N.W. Greeley Ave.
541-753-2513
www.corvallismontessori.org
A variety of hands-on art activities, cooking, sports, music, dance and nature activities for ages 2 to 12 in July and August.
Corvallis Youth Symphony Association
541-766-4903
cysassoc@peak.org
www.cysassoc.org
A non-profit organization dedicated to providing students in grades 3-12 with opportunities for exceptional musical experiences. Sign ups, auditions and contacts throughout the year for students in the Mid-Valley.
Creative Development Lab
Benton Center, 757 N.W. Polk Ave., Corvallis
541-917-4897
www.linnbenton.edu/go/parenting-education
Weekly class with an emphasis on creative activities for ages 2-½ to 5 and their parents during the school year.
Dramatic Storytellers Group
Albany Main Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.
541-917-0015
http://library.cityofalbany.net
Youth in grades three to 12 are invited to join the Albany Public Library’s storytelling troupe, the Wonderkeepers – Next Generation. During monthly workshops, youths learn the basics of traditional storytelling, movement, voice projection and interaction with an audience, performing with masks and costumes for audiences of all ages September through May.
Elementary Strings Program
541-766-4903
cysassoc@peak.org
www.cysassoc.org/es
Provides beginning instruction in violin, viola and cello at local elementary schools.
Heart of the Valley Children’s Choir
541-738-7888
choir@peak.org
www.hvcchoir.com
Choral singing and performance choir for ages 8 to 18; by audition.
Kindermusik
541-929-3771
teacher_sue@comcast.net
www.kindermusik.com
Music and movement program for children from birth through age 8. Classes run September through May. Summer program runs June to July. Classes are held at the First Congregational Church, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road, Corvallis.
Willamette String Orchestra
541-758-7661
Chamber orchestra made up of students in third through eighth grade in private, public and home schools throughout the Willamette Valley. Auditions held twice a year, weekly rehearsals and two concerts. Rehearsals start at the end of September.
Year-round Story Times
541-917-7591
Stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages.
- Albany Downtown Carnegie Library
302 Ferry St. S.W.
10:30 a.m. (T)
- Albany Main Library
2450 14th Ave. S.E.
7 p.m. (M) and 10:30 a.m. (W/TH) and 10:30 a.m. Saturday (Sept. to May)