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March
4

March Events

From the start of spring to the celebration of St. Patrick's Day, March is an exciting month for special events around Albany and Corvallis. We've got concerts featuring traditional Irish music, art walks, live theater, one of Oregon's largest flea markets, a festive St. Patrick's Day dance, and much more.

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February
17

Marathons Near Albany

Spring is nearly here around Albany and Corvallis, which means that now is also the perfect time to dust off those running shoes to prepare for your next 5K. There are some great 5Ks and marathons coming up in the area this year, as well as the largest triathlon (with an indoor swimming section) in the United States.

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January
20

Restore Locations

Planning a move to Albany or Corvallis to start 2025? Whether you're visiting a local thrift shop to give back by donating items from your previous home or purchasing items for your new one, shops like Habitat for Humanity's ReStores have so much to offer. Of course, you don't have to be shopping for a ho...

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January
6

Ways to Give Back

The start of a new year is the perfect time to give back, so why not donate at one of the great thrift shops around Albany and Corvallis? Local thrift shops accept a wide range of donations, from clothing to home goods and children's items, with proceeds often supporting charitable missions. O...

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December
16

2025 Home Trends

Are real estate plans in Albany or Corvallis on your mind for 2025? Then you'll certainly want to be well-acquainted with the latest real estate trends. Trends matter both in finding the right home for your needs with all of the amenities that you want and for picking out the best parts of your home to highlight if you're planning to list it for sale.

Real estate is a data-driven industry, and there's much to be learned from all of the lis...

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