Sam Sied

Today’s public library gives you access to much more than just books and magazines. Your library card may grant you free and legal access to streaming movies, television shows, and music. While there are plenty of websites and apps streaming free…

You may have noticed the HBO Max interface looks a little different now. That's because Warner Media rolled out a new UI for the HBO Max app on August 8, 2022. The changes are designed to address some stability issues people have experienced while…

Even if your local wine tasting rooms and vineyards are closed, you can still replicate the experience at home. Wine tasting is an at-home date night or evening-in activity that allows you to become better acquainted both with your partner and your…

Usually when people think of eating seasonally, fresh produce comes to mind. Oregon-caught seafood also varies with the seasons, and local experts from Oregon State Sea Grant and Pacifica Seafood Market offer these tips on how to include seasonal…

Are you planning to move to Corvallis, Oregon? Congratulations! Many find that Corvallis has a friendly small-town vibe while still offering easy access to cultural events, great restaurants, and amenities one might expect in a larger city. Guests…

As spring arrives, so do local Farmer’s Markets and Community Supported Agriculture subscriptions. CSA subscribers pre-purchase fresh produce directly from local farmers, who typically box or package the goods to be delivered or picked up monthly or…

Free Library Resources in a Time of Quarantine Social distancing or cocooning at home doesn’t mean you have to be bored. With a Corvallis-Benton County Library card, anyone can access free online and streaming entertainment, books, and reference…

Downtown Corvallis will transform once again into a wine tasting paradise on Saturday, March 16 for the annual Downtown Corvallis Wine Walk. From 3 to 7 p.m., retailers will host tastings of regional wines and other craft beverages. Among the…

Every cell in your body responds to an internal clock, kind of like how you plan your day around a schedule. Researchers are beginning to learn how our internal rhythms affect every aspect of our health and well being. According to 2017 Nobel…

Shorter daylight hours doesn’t mean that we can’t exercise outside. However, it does mean that we need to be a little more cautious. Feeling Safe is essential to feeling fit. Whether you walk, run or cycle here are a few tips to stay safe. They are…

In honor of finishing out National Sleep Week, we wanted to talk about sleeping while traveling and the first night effect.Does traveling wear you down? If you are like most of us, you have trouble getting enough quality sleep while traveling. People…

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) offers insights into our heart health and stress levels. Athletes and fitness enthusiasts use it to monitor workout recovery and stress levels. But HRV goes even deeper. Here are three surprising applications for heart…

Zumba is a workout where you can dance like nobody's watching. Or, depending on what motivates you, dance like everyone is watching you -- on stage or in a club! Either way, you experience a vigorous aerobic workout in a fun, motivating environment.…

Are you planning a winter road trip? Travel safely whether you travel for the holidays, for business, or just for fun. I am honored that our friends at Cars.com commissioned this sponsored post! It gives us a chance to discuss how we can enjoy a safe…

Friendsgiving holds a special place in my heart. Afterall, what is there not to love about enjoying good times and good food with good friends? It is a welcome respite during the hectic holiday season. It can be easy and casual or extravagant. There…

Sitting too much is bad for you! Regular exercise is good, but recent studies indicate it may not be enough to solve the health problems associated with a sedentary lifestyle (meaning a lifestyle that is sedentary outside of planned workouts). The…