The InstigatorWelcome June…and a plethora of activities that will have you celebrating summer (including Make Music Day Salem on July 21). Read on for more and then get out and PLAY!
June 1
Conducted by Artistic Director Raymond Elliott with Assistant Director and Principal Pianist Stephanie Lynne Smith, Confluence Chorus performs Creating Peace: With Life.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 1
Where: First Congregational United Church of Christ, 700 Marion Street NE
Cost: $12 to $15
Info: www.confluencechorus.org
June 2
Party is up as Salem’s Riverfront Carousel celebrates its 17th birthday party with $1 rides, singing at noon, free cupcakes while supplies last and face painting by Brushes & Blessings (Noon to 2 p.m.)
When: Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2
Where: Salem’s Riverfront Carousel, 101 Front St NE
Cost: $1 Carousel Rides All Day
Info: http://salemcarousel.wixsite.com/salemcarousel
June 2
In YMCA Inspiration Dance Company: Spring Recital “Earth Suite,” audience members will take a virtual trip around the world through dances that highlight both the diverse cultures of the world’s people and the geography and climates of our precious home planet.
When: 6 p.m. Saturday, June 2
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $11
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 2
Capital FC Women take on the Washington Timbers. Go. Cheer. Enjoy
When: Noon Saturday, June 2
Where: Capital Fútbol Club, 5201 State St
Cost: $5
Info: www.cfcwomenssoccer.com
June 3
Spend An Evening with Jackie Evancho. Since she first dazzled American television audiences at the age of 10 – gaining global recognition with her stunning debut on NBC’s America’s Got Talent – Jackie Evancho has released a string of platinum and gold albums, with sales of over 2.5 million in the US.
When: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 3
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $35 to $75
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 5
First Tuesday Art Talk features Salem photographer James O’Shea who will talk aout his process for making photographs, and his Featured Artist exhibition on display through June 24.
When: 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 5
Where: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE
Cost: Free
Info: www.SalemArt.org
June 5
Check out the Valley Dance Academy recital “Dancing Off The Page.”
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 5
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $15
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 5 to July 6
Portland-based artist Karen White sees herself as a storyteller who is harvesting and manipulating segmented details of her past by working with discarded materials. She says that, “by handling and manipulating individual elements over and over, I reinforce cognitive processing styles to better understand the memories that make up my identity.” Karen’s installation/exhibition will evolve over time as she develops and creates during her time in the Annex at the Bush Barn Art Center.
When: June 5-July 6
Where: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE
Cost: Free
Info: www.SalemArt.org/karen-white
June 6
First Wednesday takes over downtown with the theme “Play” (perfect timing for the release of the inaugural issue of Press Play Salem Magazine, too!) There will be an alley fair, live music, and games, plus music, beer, food, local vendors and some surprise special events like free yoga at the Riverfront Park amphitheater led by Yoga and Beer founder Mikki Trowbridge at 6 p.m. (And you will find Press Play Salem Magazine outside Ritter’s at Liberty and State streets so if you haven’t picked up the mag yet, come by, say hi and snag your mag!)
When: 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 6
Where: Downtown Salem
Cost: Free
Info: www.facebook.com/salemsfirstwednesday
June 6 to 29
Pastel Art of Vicki Brink, a local pastel artist who will feature some of her latest work including a variety of landscape, floral and other subjects. Reception to be held on Salem’s First Wednesday, June 6 from 5 to 8 p.m.
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday
Where: Gallery 444 at Elsinore Framing, 444 Ferry St SE
Cost: Free
Info: www.elsinoregallery.com
June 6 to July 31
Salem’s CCTV, cable channels 21, 22, and 23, will showcase art created by Oregon Capitol employees during June and July. For more information on the featured artwork, visit: www.throwarock.com
When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. Opening reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 6
Where: CCTV Salem, 575 Trade St SE
Cost: Free
Info: 503-588-2288, www.facebook.com/cctvsalem
June 7, 14, 21, and 28
Each week, the Salem Poetry Project presents a featured reader followed by the “Infamous Open Mic” – 3 poems or five minutes whichever is first. The featured reader begins at 7 p.m. and the open mic directly follows. June 7 features poets of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, June 14 features Amanda Hiland, June 21 features Elizabeth Pakravan, and June 28 features Ariel.
When: 7 p.m. June 7, 14, 21, and 28
Where: Ike Box, 229 Cottage St. NE (NOTE NEW LOCATION)
Cost: Free
Info: www.facebook.com/SalemPoetryProject
June 8
Shine up your dancing shoes for the Ceili of the Valley Society’s Second Friday Ceili Mor, an Irish social dance featuring live Celtic music. No experience or partner needed. Not a dancer? Come listen to the tunes provided Dale Russ and Joe Root while Bruce Kenny calls the dances.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, June 8 (recurring event happens the second Friday of every month)
Where: VFW Hall, 630 Hood St NE
Cost: $10. $5 student. $30 family
Info: www.ceiliofthevalley.org
June 8
On Your Feet Friday! returns for the season this week. This community series, brought to you by Gallagher Fitness Resources, encourages people to get active and have fun while exploring downtown Salem in a scavenger hunt-like walk/run. Each month features different checkpoints. There are also shoe testing opportunities and following the exploration, Santiam Brewing Co. micro beer and Venti’s Cafe + Basement Bar food available for purchase. Proceeds go to the Willamette Valley Road Runners Club (WVRR) non-profit that promotes and participates in running events throughout the Willamette Valley.
When: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 8 (recurring event happens the second Friday of every month through September)
Where: Gallagher Fitness Resources, 135 Commercial St NE
Cost: Free
Info: activesalem.com/salem-running-community/on-your-feet-friday
June 8 to September 1
Yesterdayland: Innovations of the Past. Technological advancements in the last 50 years have exceeded even the big imagination of Walt Disney when he envisioned his Tomorrowland and what the future would bring.This exhibit is a look back at the earth-shattering, daily-life-altering innovations of the early 20th century and how these machines influenced our community.
When: June 8 – Sept. 1. Center is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Saturday
Where: Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St SE
Cost: $8. $7 senior, $5 student and $4 for ages 6 to 17
Info: www.willametteheritage.org
June 9
McMenamins annual Barley Cup Brewfest is a community affair where you get to be the judge. This year they will be serving up 20 different products, including beer and cider from McMenamins and some favorite guests. There will be brewery tours from noon to 5 p.m. and distillery tasting 2 to 6 p.m. Tony Smiley will be providing tunes from 7 to 10 p.m.
When: 11 a.m. until close June 9
Where: McMenamins Thompson Brewery & Public House, 3575 Liberty Rd S
Cost: $17 for a brewfest glass with 10 tokens. Additional glass is $4 and
tokens are $1.50 each. 1 token is a 4-ounce taste.
Info: 503-363-7286
June 9
The Salem Area Ravelers and the Salem Public Library are hosting World Wide Knit in Public Day with featured speakers J.C. Briar, who will talk about stitch maps, and Sivia Harding, who will speak on matching beads to yarns. Purchase yarn on-site from local dyer Three Fates Yarns. 10% of proceeds sold at the event will benefit the Salem Public Library.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 9
Where: Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE
Cost: Free
Info: www.cityofsalem.net/library
June 9
American Ballet Academy: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 300 students of American Ballet Academy perform and children’s rendition of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. With boundless energy, beautiful music, and talented dancers there is something to delight all audience members! All profits donated to Taylor’s House, Salem’s new shelter for homeless youth.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, June 9, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, June 10
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 13
Brian Culbertson: Colors of Love Tour. Brian Culbertson is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer known for his distinct brand of genre-crossing contemporary jazz, R&B and funk.
When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 13
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $27.50 to $49.50
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 14
Got an interesting story to tell? Share it during Storyteller’s Night. 1859 Cider Co. in partnership with The Mill, Willamette University’s literary publication, bring you a monthly storytelling event. June’s theme is “Getting Lost.” Storytelling is broad and could be a song, a poem, told by two people, etc. If you are interested in sharing, slots are 15 minutes each. Just send an email to info@1859cider.com to secure a time slot.
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 14
Where: 1859 Cider Co., Back-alley location between Chemeketa NE and Court NE at: 249 Liberty St NE, Ste 140
Cost: Free
Info: www.facebook.com/1859Cider
June 16-17
Experience Brahms Symphony No. 4 with the Salem Philharmonia Orchestra. Led by Artistic Director Sean Paul Mills, and featuring Alice Blankenship on violin, the orchestra will also perform David, Shimmer and Lalo, Symphonie Espagnole.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, June 16, and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 17
Where: Chemeketa Community College, Building 6 auditorium
Cost: $18 adult, $15 student and senior. Free for ages 17 and younger.
Info: www.salemphil.org
June 16
Premiere Academy of Performing Arts: Spring Recital opens with “Sounds of the Street” then continues into “The Storm” and concludes with “Harry Potter.”
When: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $12
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 16
Explore history, the arts and the outdoors during Bush’s Pasture Park Exploration Day, a celebration of Bush’s Pasture Park heritage and history featuring an afternoon of family friendly, hands-on activities, plus a Woodwind Play-In from 2 to 4 p.m., so bring your woodwind instrument for the all-ages jam at 3:30 p.m. Discounted tours of Bush House Museum take place at 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m.
When: 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 16
Where: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE
Cost: Free
Info: www.SalemArt.org
June 16
Premiere Academy of Performing Arts: Firebird. Based on a Russian folk tale, this classic story tells of good versus evil and how love always conquers all. With beautiful princesses, an evil queen, and the magical firebird herself, this will be a must-see ballet.
When: 5 p.m. Saturday, June 16
|Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $12
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 19
CHOICES, an intimate, transformative, and provocative portrayal of a woman who discovers forgiveness is an inside job, will experience its world premiere reading on June 19. Written, directed and produced by Rachel Wolf, the show unfolds in what appears to be a support group for women coming to terms with their abortions, but as the women share their intimate stories with each other, it is discovered that their connections run much deeper. Recommended age is 16 and older as there is graphic language and mature content. After the show, there will be a talk back with the playwright and actors.
When: 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 19. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Loucks Auditorium at Salem Library, 585 Liberty St. SE
Cost: $6.50 in advance. Get tickets here. $10 at the door.
Info: www.facebook.com/choicestheplay
June 20
Wednesday Film Series features “The Adventures of Robin Hood.” When Prince John and the Norman Lords begin oppressing the Saxon masses in King Richard’s absence, a Saxon lord fights back as the outlaw leader of a rebel guerrilla army. (1938; PG; 1 hour, 42 minutes; Action, Adventure, Romance)
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 20. Doors and box office open at 6:15 p.m.
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $6
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 20
Proud Salemander presents Dart Salem Gallery Exhibition 2018 to celebrate the results of the Dart Salem photography challenge. The exhibition will feature a slideshow of all photos submissions plus physical prints of everyone’s photographs for viewing. Attendees will vote on their favorite photographs, helping the Dart participants win local prizes.
When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: High St. Gallery, 700 High St. NE Suite 180
Cost: Free
Where: High St. Gallery, 700 High St. NE Suite 180ge: All ages welcome
Info: www.dartsalem.com
June 21
Make Music Day Salem celebrates music by the people/for the people, with free concerts all day on June 21, the summer solstice. This world-wide event is a celebration that encourages people to make music, listen to music, learn about music and more! Find out who’s playing and where at the MMD Salem website listed below.
When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m Thursday, June 21
Where: All over Salem
Cost: Free
Info: www.makemusicday.org/salem
June 21
Kick back with an adult beverage at Science Night for Adults while learning about “Brewing with Chemistry.” Sean Martin of Gilgamesh Brewing with talk about brewing from the chemist side of things including malting and hop chemistry as well as yeast metabolism. There will also be live music by the Matthew Price Band and food and beverages available for purchase from Kitchen on Court.
When: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 21
Where: Gilbert House Children’s Museum, 116 Marion St NE
Cost: $10, $8 for members.
Info: www.acgilbert.org/adult-science-nights
June 22
Tippy Toes Dance: Swanilda. Swanilda discovers the dark secret of Dr. Coppelius’ doll shop and his most prized possessions. This show features performances from all levels of Tippy Toe’s students in a cohesive and thrilling tale. Come and see if the bonds of family and friendship are enough to break Dr. Coppelius’ evil spell!
When: 7 p.m. Friday, June 22 and 2 p.m. Saturday, June 23
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $15
Info: 503-375-3574, www.elsinoretheatre.com
And don’t forget these continuing events and activities…
Every Saturday
Salem Saturday Market continues every Saturday through October 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot at 865 Marion St NE. Info: 503-585-8264, www.salemsaturdaymarket.com
Every Tuesday
Salem’s local Celtic cultural group, the Ceili of the Valley Society, continues to host dance classes every Tuesday…and the first one is free. It’s a great form of exercise, that’s fun, too! Not sure you can do it? If you can count to three and seven, and know your right from your left (most of the time), you’ll fit right in. When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the VFW Hall, 630 Hood St NE. Cost: $5. First one free. Info: ceiliofthevalley.org
Through JUNE 10
Set in Swinging London, SHOUT! The Mod Musical, follows the liberation of five groovy girls who redefine themselves in the face of changing attitudes toward gender roles. This jukebox musical features an irresistible blend of hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions, and outrageous dance moves tied together by hilarious sound bites from ’60s advertisements and a questionable advice columnist.
When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays,
through June 10
Where: Enlightened Theatrics, 187 High St NE
Cost: $28. Youth 17 and younger are $23.
Info: www.enlightenedtheatrics.org/tickets/shout/
Through June 16
Willkommen to Cabaret! By John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff. Based on the book by Christopher Isherwood. Join the Kit Kat Klub’s Emcee and Sally Bowles as Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life in Berlin as the 1920s draw to a close and Germany slowly gives way to the Third Reich. Directed by Ed and Susan Schoaps.
When: Through June 16
Where: Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW
Cost: $29 to $31
Tickets: Advance tickets are available at Pentacle’s downtown Salem ticket office at 145 Liberty St. NE or by calling 503-485-4300 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, or online anytime at www.pentacletheatre.org. Tickets are also available at the theater box office 45 minutes before each performance.
Tickets for low-income persons: In partnership with Salem for All, Pentacle Theatre offers half-price tickets to Oregon Trail Card holders. For information, go to www.salemforall.org.
Through June 24
Studio Art Quilt Associates: Bridge – A bridge joins and unites. It spans time and traverses space. It reconciles differences creating harmony. It represents progress, stability, hope and transition. Studio Art Quilt Associates invited artists to submit work that reflects the theme of “Bridge” either in a representational or abstract interpretation. The concept is executed by the artists using a diverse range of fiber techniques. Learn more online at https://SalemArt.org/bridge/.
Jim Hockenhull: Our Story Thus Far – Jim Hockenhull describes his latest exhibition, Our Story Thus Far, as “Songs, sculpture, spaceships, and diverse digital daydreams — a glimpse into the multifarious meanderings of a post-midcareer practitioner, from way back ’til day before yesterday.” Learn more online at https://SalemArt.org/jim-hockenhull/.
Sarah Tancred: From Scratch – Sarah Tancred is a studio artist living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her work focuses on domestic objects used or made by women in the post-World War II home, investigating the dynamic of women’s roles during this era, while commemorating the societal expectation of being a both a working woman, mother and a caretaker of the home. Learn more online at https://SalemArt.org/sarah-tancred/.
Featured Artist: James O’Shea – Salem photographer James O’Shea says: “For me, photography is meditation; it quiets my mind. My goal for sharing images is to communicate the calm I get from viewing the world through a viewfinder or on a ground glass. If I can help someone stop and take an extra breath, that’s about the best thing I could ask for.” Learn more online at https://SalemArt.org/james-oshea/.
Francisco Hernandez is showcasing art created while he was incarcerated at the Oregon State Penitentiary. His artwork, which shares and proves his humanity, “provided a small sense of freedom from my life that was otherwise bounded by 30-foot-high walls and gun towers and bars.”
When: On exhibit through June 24. Visit 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
Where: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE
Cost: Free
Info: www.SalemArt.org
Through June 30
Nature Art Exhibit: See native plants through the eyes of some of Oregon’s botanical artists. This exhibit is a partnership with the David Douglas Society, Oregon Botanical Artists and the Willamette Chapter of Native Plant Society of Oregon.
When: Noon to 5 pm. Monday through Friday. Exhibit on through June 30
Where: Eco Hub at Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. SE, Suite 107
Cost: Free
Info: 503-779-5227
Carlee Wright
