Trunk or Treat: Grace Lutheran Church, 435 N.W. 21st St., will hold a Trunk or Treat and Tailgate Party in its parking lot three hours before Oregon State University game time today. Come in costume or not; decorate your vehicle's trunk; and bring treats for the children. There will also be a tailgate party.

Harvest Carnival: Kings Circle Assembly of God, 2110 N.W. Circle Blvd., will host a family harvest carnival from 6 to 8 p.m. today. The event will include games, a toddler bounce castle, puppet shows and storytelling, food, prizes and more. All children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call the church at 757-9080.

All Saints' Day service: First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4515 S.W. West Hills Road, will observe All Saints' Day at 10:30 a.m. Sunday with a traditional lighting of candles, and names of personal saints read during communion. This service will also focus on the tradition of New Orleans-style jazz, with a jazz band comprised of community members, the choir, and a women's quintet.

"The Simple 1, 2, 3 Theory of Everything": Award-winning author and speaker Richard Blackstone will present a message and workshop for those seeking clarity about life, love and how the universe works. The message, set for 10:30 a.m. Sunday, is at the Unity Center for Spiritual Living meeting at Corvallis Senior Center, 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave. The workshop, from 1 to 3 p.m., costs $20, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Participants will learn more about the "big picture" of life, and acquire methods for creating their life the way they desire it to be. Information: 766-8090 or www.unityofcorvallis.org.

Presbyterians feature jazz: The Black Swan Classic Jazz Band will lead the music at the 11 a.m. service Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth St. The band will feature jazz gospel music. At 2 p.m., the group will present a concert of Dixieland and early swing music. Both events are free and open to the public. Local musician Steve Matthes plays clarinet for the band, which is based in Portland.

Concert and raffle: The sixth annual Founders' Day Concert and Celebration is set for 2 p.m. Sunday at the Benedictine Sisters' Queen of Angels Monastery Chapel, 840 S. Main St., Mt. Angel. The concert is presented by the sisters and the Queen of Angels Oblates to thank God for the sisters' 127-year history and service to others. A freewill offering will be taken. A reception will follow. The drawing for a new 2008 Honda Civic EX being raffled by the Benedictine Foundation will take place at 4 p.m. Information: 503-845-2556 or www.benedictine-srs.org.

Taizé prayer service: The Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St., will host a contemplative, ecumenical worship service with singing and prayers at 7 p.m. Sunday. The monthly event, sponsored by the Corvallis Taizé Ensemble, is open to the public. Information: 753-7622.

Surviving the Holidays: Healing Hearts Ministries will present a class, "Surviving the Holidays After Separation or Divorce," from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Monday at W4 House, west campus, Northwest Hills Community Church, 3300 N.W. Walnut Blvd. It is geared for those going through a separation, divorce or grief over loss of a loved one. The "GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays" video, discussion group and devotional material are designed to help participants not only survive the holidays, but find strength, healing and tools to move forward. There is no charge for the class. An optional "Surviving the Holidays" book can be purchased for $5. Karen Bull is instructor. Registration is available from Healing Hearts, 752-1646, karen.bull@healingheartsministry.com, or P.O. Box 2265, Corvallis, OR 97339.

In Stitches: Those who knit and crochet are invited to join In Stitches, a project-based, contemplative group. This fall the group is working on scarves and hats for Community Outreach. Those attending are also welcome to bring a personal project. Instructors for beginners are needed. The group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of each month in the basement of First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. Eighth St. For more information, contact Kim Miles at mkjjmiles@comcast.net or 752-3676.

Spiritual liberation: The Unity Center for Spiritual Living will present a discussion series on "Spiritual Liberation: Fulfilling Your Soul's Potential" by Michael Beckwith from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, starting Nov. 6, at the Corvallis Friends Meeting House, 3311 N.W. Polk Ave. The series is for those who want spirituality, without "churchianity," in their lives. One chapter per week will be covered. Participants may attend all classes, or drop in occasionally. Cost is a suggested offering of $5 to $20 per class. Visit www.unityofcorvallis.org or call 766-8090 for more information.

Retirement reception: Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers will hold a retirement reception for Betty Johnson from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, 333 N.W. 35th St. This is an opportunity to celebrate Johnson's many years as director of Caregivers, to thank her and wish her well. Those wishing to attend are asked to call 757-0980 by Tuesday. If not attending, a card or note would be welcome, and can be sent to Betty Johnson in care of Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers, 501 N.W. 25th St., Corvallis, OR 97330.

Teilhard de Chardin Retreat: Shalom Prayer Center, a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters, will offer a retreat workshop, "Christ the Omega Point and the Postmodern Planet: Reflections on the Teachings of Teilhard de Chardin in the 21st Century," from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the center in Mt. Angel. Benedictine monk and theologian Fr. Ezekiel Lotz, Order of St. Benedict, of Mount Angel Abbey will lead it. Cost is $50, with a $25 deposit due by Wednesday. Lunch can be purchased for $5, or participants can bring a sack lunch. Information is available from the center at 503-845-6773, www.benedictine-srs.org/shalom.html or shalom@mtangel.net.

Omelet dinner: College United Methodist Church, 1123 Main St., Philomath, will hold its monthly omelet dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday in the church's social hall. A regular omelet is $5; a deluxe omelet, which includes scones and gravy, is $6; a child's omelet for age 10 or under is $4; a side of scones and gravy is $4. Meals include fresh fruit, freshly baked scones, and a beverage. Dessert is available for an extra charge.

Insights discovery workshop: Shalom Prayer Center in Mt. Angel will offer a workshop, "Insights Discovery," from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. Insights discovery is a personality profiling tool based on the work of Carl Jung. The presenter is Sue Schneider, an independent consultant focusing on high-performance teams, strategic planning and organization design/development. Cost is $60, plus a $65 fee for the Discover Profile, which each participant fills out online prior to the workshop. The registration deadline is Friday. Registration is available from the center at 503-845-6773, www.benedictine-srs.org/shalom.html or shalom@mtangel.net.

Appreciative living workshop: Shalom Prayer Center, Mt. Angel will offer "Appreciative Living for the Individual" from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. This program is a good accompaniment to the Insights Discovery workshop offered the previous day, but can be taken separately. It helps adherents develop a mindset that focuses on what is going well. Presenters are Sue Schneider and Dorothy Jean Bayer, Order of St. Benedict. The $60 fee includes lunch; registration by Wednesday is encouraged. A discount is offered for those taking both workshops. Overnight accommodations and dinner are $52. Registration is available at 503-845-6773, www.benedictine-srs.org/shalom.html or shalom@mtangel.net.

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