The InstigatorHere’s a look at what’s happening in April in Salem, Oregon.
Events are free unless otherwise listed.
Photo by Sandi Johnson.
APRIL 3
Go downtown on First Wednesday for live music, games, beer, food, local vendors and more.
When: 5 to 8 p.m. April 3
Where: Downtown Salem
Cost: Free
Info: facebook.com/salemfirstwednesday
APRIL 5
From stand-up comedy to Bollywood-style dance, an exciting lineup of local talent will be packed into one thrilling evening for Strut Your Stuff: A Talent Showcase, a showcase of local talent starring performers ages 18 and older. Strut Your Stuff is a non-competitive annual celebration of the skills and talents in our community.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, April 5
Where: Loucks Auditorium, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE
Info: 503-588-6315, cityofsalem.net/library
An Evening of A Cappella is an annual event featuring a broad range of a cappella music presented by various Oregon groups with proceeds donated to the Marion-Polk Food Share.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, April 5
Where: Building 6 Auditorium, Chemeketa Community College.
Cost: $15. Purchase tickets at boxofficetickets.com/bot/wa/event?id=335023
Info: 503-881-5794
The Grace Goudy Distinguished Artists Series at Willamette University presents the collaboration of two distinct musical forces: Billy Childs and Ying Quartet. Childs is a Grammy Award- winning jazz pianist, arranger and conductor. The Ying Quartet combines a communicative performance with imaginative view of chamber music. Both Childs and the quartet will give master-classes 11 a.m. Saturday April 6 in Hudson Hall, and Rogers Rehearsal Hall. These are free and open to the public.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 5
Where: Hudson Hall at Willamette University, 900 State St
Cost: $5 to $23
Info: willamette.edu/arts/goudyartistseries/index.html
APRIL 5-7
Stock up on your reading materials at the Annual Spring Book Sale benefiting the Salem Public Library. In addition to books of all sorts, find music, movies and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. April 5-6 and 1 to 4:30 p.m. April 7
Where: Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE
APRIL 6 to OCTOBER 26
The arrival of spring welcomes the return of the Salem Saturday Market featuring more than 150 vendors, plus in addition to fresh produce and local artisan products, you’ll find live music (beginning in May), entertainment, demonstrations and more.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday, April 6 through October 26
Where: Lot at 865 Marion St NE
Info: salemsaturdaymarket.com
APRIL 6
The chips will be flying all weekend at the Capitol Woodcarvers 21st annual Woodcarving Show with 50 wood carving displays, tool vendors, demonstrations, raffles, awards, door prizes, banquet and an auction. This family-friendly show is a great introduction into the world of wood carving, wood burning and just having a great time with folks who enjoy working with wood. Immediately following the show is a live auction and dinner. Both are open to the public. The auction is free, and dinner is $5.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 6
Where: Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road
Info: capitolwoodcarvers.org
Find inner peace, rest + relaxation during these free one-hour guided meditation classes. All experience levels welcome.
When: 9 to 10 a.m. April 6 and May 4
Where: Bellywood Dance Studio, 495 State Street, Basement Suite 101 Salem, OR 97301
Info: Jessica Amos at souldocent@gmail.com, staywithyourself.com/classes
At Yea for Chardonnay!, join sommelier Jade Helm for a guided tasting through a comparison of chardonnays.
When: 12 to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 6
Where: Bjornson Vineyard, 3635 Bethel Heights Road NW
Cost: $30 to $40
Info: 503-687-3016, bjornsonwine.com
Cherry City Roller Derby‘s 8 Wheel Assassins will bout San Fernando Valley Roller Derby from Sylmar, California. Food and beer available for purchase.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, April 6
Where: The Madhouse, 1335 Madison St. NE
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door. $5 for age 6 and younger.
Info: cherrycityrollerderby.com
APRIL 7 & 11
Gaiety Hollow open gardens begin this weekend and The Lord & Schryver Conservancy welcomes visitors to tours the Gaiety Hollow gardens. Elizabeth Lord and Edith Schryver frequently opened their gardens to visitors eager to see their timeless beauty and the Lord & Schryver continues that tradition. Mature hedges and shrubs form the backdrop and “bones” to the seasonal display flowers. Docent-led Garden Tours will take place during Open Garden at 2 p.m. Sundays. Learn about the unique design principles of Lord and Schryver and experience the garden as they intended. Visit the Lord & Schryver website for more open garden dates/times.
When: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 7. Docent-led tour at 2 p.m. 5 to 8 p.m. April 11
Where: Gaiety Hollow, Lord & Schryver Conservancy, 545 Mission St. SE
Cost: $5. Free for youth under age 16.
Info: lordschryver.org
APRIL 7 through May 26
Drop-in for an afternoon of art at Family Clay Sunday to get your hands dirty with a creative clay project each week.
When: 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays through June 2 (closed April 21 and May 26)
Where: Willamette Art Center, 1820 Silverton Road NE
Cost: $10 for up to 4 in a family. $3 for each extra person.
Info: willametteartcenter.com
APRIL 8
Salem Cinema Reel Change for our Community will show “The Gardner” to benefit Lord & Schryver Conservancy. This film features influential gardener Frank Cabot, the founder of the Garden Conservancy, as he takes the audience on a summertime tour of Quatre Vents, his private 20-acre English style garden in Quebec.
When: 7:15 p.m. Monday, April 8
Where: Salem Cinema, 1127 Broadway St NE
Cost: $12 in advance; $15 at the door.
Info: salemcinema.com
APRIL 9
Garrard Conley, best-selling author of the memoir “Boy Erased,” which was recently transformed into a movie starring Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe, will host a friendly conversation addressing the (traumatic) experiences behind the writing of “Boy Erased” as well as the (exciting) period spent in Hollywood while shooting the movie directed by Joel Edgerton.
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 9
Where: Ford Hall 122 at Willamette University
Info: 503-370-6523
APRIL 10
Wednesday Film Series features “Charade,” the 1963 mystery comedy starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. Romance and suspense ensue in Paris as a woman is pursued by several men who want a fortune her murdered husband had stolen.
When: 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 10
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $6
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
APRIL 12
Award-winning writer Apricot Irving’s memoir The Gospel of Trees: A Memoir recounts her missionary childhood in Haiti during a time of upheaval—both in the country and in her home. Womanhood, religious obligation, and the cruel legacies of colonialism are examined under Irving’s discerning eye. A thoughtful meditation on family, failure, and the complicated legacy of those who wish to improve the world.
When: 7 p.m. April 12
Where: The Book Bin, 450 Court St. NE
Info: 503-361-1235
Experience a night of amazing magic, grand illusion, dangerous escapes, inspiring storytelling and tigers – up close with Jay Owenhouse: The Authentic Illusionist
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 12
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $29 to $69
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
APRIL 12-13
The Great Junk Hunt is a gathering of hand-picked vendors selling their best junkin’ goods. Discover farmhouse, industrial, vintage, vintage inspired, re-purposed, handmade and much more. Lots of vendors, more junk, and more fun await the keen-eyed junker.
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 12 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13
Where: Oregon State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St NE
Cost: $15 Friday (buy online for early entry at 5:30 p.m.) and $7 Saturday
Info: thegreatjunkhunt.com/salem-or-vintage-market
Mission Street Parks Conservancy annual Spring Plant Sale. In addition to annuals and perennials, hanging baskets, and vegetable starts, this year we will feature cider by 1859 Cider Co. and coffee, pastries, and milkshakes by Minto Island Growers Farm Foods.
When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 12 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 13
Where: Soapbox Derby Track at Bush’s Pasture Park, 600 Mission St. SE
Info: missionstreetparks.org
APRIL 12 to MAY 4
Pentacle Theatre presents Yellow by Del Shores. Directed by Heather Dunkin Toller. The Westmorelands are the perfect family: Son Dayne is a football star and daughter Gracie an actress, but everything falls apart when tragedy rocks the family. Featuring the music of Salem band, True North, Yellow explores themes of cowardice, intolerance, family secrets and forgiveness. This comedic drama is suitable for audiences who can handle its profanities, sexual references, religious epithets, derogatory terms and a depiction of family violence. See our feature story in issue 6 then catch the show through May 4.
When: 7:30 p.m. April 12-13, 18-20, 24-27, May 1-4, and 2 p.m. April 14, 21 and 28
Cost: $24 to $29
Where: Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW.
Tickets: Purchase in advance at Pentacle’s ticket office at 145 Liberty St. NE or by calling 503-485-4300 or online at pentacletheatre.org. Tickets also available at the theater box office 45 minutes before each show.
Info: 503-485-4300
APRIL 13
Wanting to throw Pinterest worthy parties? Check out the Salem Birthday Expo for 50 birthday vendors under one roof with food, fun, and games. First 50 families receive a goodie bag. Drawings held for prizes every hour.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 13
Where: The Salvation Army Kroc Community Center, 1865 Bill Frey Dr NE
Info: honeymustardlane.com
Wine, Whiskey & Women: The Expo brings together women from all parts of life to celebrate, support and empower one another. This celebratory event highlights six distilleries, six wineries and 16 other women-owned or women-backed companies and includes guest speakers, plus food and drink sampling.
When: 4 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13
Where: Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St SE
Cost: $13 in advance; $16 at the door.
Age: 21 and older
Info: winewhiskeywomen.com
APRIL 14
Tax Relief Party. Whether you’re getting a big refund or have to write a check, celebrate completing the annual chore with wine, music and comedy. Joe Stoddard will perform.
When: Noon to 4 p.m. April 14
Where: Arcane Cellars Tasting Room, 22350 Magness Rd. NW
Cost: $10
Info: 503-868-7076, arcanecellars.com
Camerata Musica Salem presents the Arnica Quartet playing works of Mozart and Arriaga.
When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 14
Where: Loucks Auditorium at Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE
Info: cameratamusica.org
APRIL 16
Salem Progressive Film Series presents the documentary “Evolution of Organic,” which shares the story of organic agriculture told by those who built the movement — a motley crew of back-to-the-landers, spiritual seekers and farmers’ sons and daughters reject chemical farming and set out to explore organic alternatives. Following the film there will be a Q & A with guest speaker Mark Kitchell, the film’s director, producer and writer.
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16
Where: Grand Theater, 191 High St. NE
Cost: $5
Info: 503-881-5305, salemprogressivefilms.net
Called “the world’s reigning male chorus” by the New Yorker, San Francisco-based Grammy award-winning ensemble Chanticleer is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its seamless blend of twelve male voices ranging from soprano to bass.
When: 7:30 p.m. April 16
Where: Building 6 Auditorium, Chemeketa Community College
Cost: $25
Info: 503-365-4616, chemeketa.thankyou4caring.org/acclaimed-artist-series
APRIL 17
Wednesday Film Series features “Calamity Jane,” the 1953 musical comedy starring Doris Day that tells the story of Calamity Jane, her saloon, and her romance with Wild Bill Hickok.
When: 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 17
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $6
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
Rooted in Place: The Evolution of Garden Design in the Pacific Northwest. Nationally recognized garden designer, lecturer and author, Lucy Hardiman, will takes you on a journey through time learning about some PNW historic gardens.
When: 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 17
Where: Loucks Auditorium at Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
Info: www.lordschryver.org
Archery Summit Wine Dinner
When: April 17
Where: TableFive08, 508 State St.
Cost: TBA
Info: tablefive08.com
APRIL 18
Join Waste Reduction Coordinator for Marion County, Jessica Ramey, for an afternoon creating art from upcycled materials at Chemeketa Makes: Utopian Upcycle. In the tradition of Chemeketa Makes started in the year 2017, this event is free and open to the public. Participants will work together to build a large-scale model of a Utopian city out of post consumer materials.
When: 1 to 3 p.m. April 18
Where: Building Two, The Student Center at Chemeketa Community College
APRIL 19
You may be asking yourself “Who is Armando?” Or “What does a Buerge mean?” The Buerge Armando is part talk show interview, part improv and all comedy with a different Salemite special guest for each show.
When: 9:30 p.m. April 19
Where: Capitol City Theater, 210 Liberty St. SE #150
Age: 18 and older
Cost: $10 in advance; $15 at the door.
Info: 971-599-1871, capitolcitytheater.com
APRIL 18 to 20
Fabracadabra: The Magic of Quilting highlights the work of local and regional quilters and featuring vendors offering fabric, patterns, kits and quilting resources. This show is sponsored by the Mid-Valley Quilt Guild.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 18 and 19 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 20
Where: Salem Armory, 2310 17th St. NE
Cost: $8. Free parking.
Info: 801-842-1486, midvalleyquiltguild.com/quilt-show.htm
APRIL 20
A family favorite for many in the area, Deepwood’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza invites children out for fun with the Easter Bunny, crafts, games and egg hunts according to age group. This event is designed for toddlers through age 10. Advanced registration is required. Visit the website to purchase tickets. All proceeds support the care, preservation, and community programs of Deepwood.
When: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20
Where: Deepwood Museum & Gardens, 1116 Mission St SE
Cost: $5 per child, $1 per adult.
Info: 503-363-1825, deepwoodmuseum.org
Let the good times roll at Brewstock 2019, Sparky’s annual Woodstock-inspired event returns to bring a day of good vibes, munchies, dank ciders and beer, and live music.
When: 4:20 p.m. Saturday, April 20
Where: Sparky’s Brewing Company, 1252 23rd St SE #110
Info: sparkysbrewingco.com
APRIL 19 to 20
Sprague High School presents The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet, a whimsical reinvention of Shakespeare’s tragic love story, complete with rhymed couplets, creative wordplay and fantastical machines.
When: 7 p.m. April 19 and 2 p.m. April 20
Where: West Salem HS Auditorium, 1776 Titan Dr. NW
Cost: TBA
Info: 503-399-5533, westsalemdrama.com
APRIL 20
Join Salem Main Street Association for “Dancing with the Salem Stars: Music Legends Night” to see six Salem stars dancing as iconic musicians throughout history. Audiences will be treated to a 9 to 5 Dolly Parton Quickstep, a Shakira Hips Don’t Lie Salsa, a Michael Jackson Beat It Paso Doble and so much more. Add in incredible costumes, video highlights, a hilarious judging panel and you have a show that you have to see to believe. You will laugh, cry and laugh some more.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $20-40 adults, $15-$30 youth
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
APRIL 21
Easter Brunch
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 21
Where: TableFive08, 508 State St.
Cost: TBA
Info: tablefive08.com
Experience the colors, music and flavors of Holi, India’s celebration of spring. This family-friendly event features a Bollywood dance party with Miz La Fontaine and the Sundari Dance Group, small plates from India Palace, chai and lemonade, a color packet for throwing, parking and entry. And it’s happening rain or shine because the fun is all indoors. Wear white clothes to maximize your color. Festivities begin with an egg hunt for children 11 and younger following by a Holi color splash with music and dance. Organized by INDUS, the Indo US Friendship Association.
When: Noon to 4 p.m. April 21
Where: Willamette Art Center at Oregon State Fairgrounds, 1820 Silverton Road NE
Cost: $18; $15 for age 5 to 15; free for younger than 5
Info: salemindus.org/holi-2019
Tour the Elsinore. Take in a behind the scenes peek at the Elsinore including an in-depth history of the theatre followed by a demonstration of the Mighty Wurlitzer — the largest theatre organ in the Pacific Northwest. Please RSVP by calling 503-375-3574.
When: 3 p.m. Sunday, April 21
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $5 at the door
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
APRIL 22
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour features the best mountain films from the Banff Mountain Film Festival this year, showcasing amazing filmmaking talent from the world over to an audience that spans the globe.
When: 7 p.m. Monday, April 22
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $20
Info: awloutdoors.org/banffsalem
APRIL 23
Tuesday Gallery Talk. Each Tuesday April 23 through May 14, a group of different senior art majors will lead a guided tour and talk about their work
When: 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Where: Hallie Ford Museum of Art
Cost: Free admission on Tuesday
APRIL 25
Join comedians Shayna Ferm and Tracey Tee for The Pump and Dump Show: Parentally Incorrect Tour, a hilarious and unique escape for all moms, as seen on Today, People and Parents Magazine. Treat yourself and your #BREEDER friends to a cathartic evening of all-original music, comedy and games, guaranteed to make you laugh your c-section scar open. It’s rough out there in the Momosphere – you’ve earned a night out, for once!
When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25 (rescheduled from February)
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $25 to $35, + $5 Day of show
Age: 18 and older
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
APRIL 26 to MAY 19
Enlightened Theatrics presents The Odd Couple: Female Version. Unger and Madison are at it again! Florence Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil Simon’s hilarious contemporary comic classic: the female version of The Odd Couple. Instead of the poker party that begins the original version, Ms. Madison has invited the girls over for an evening of Trivial Pursuit. The Pidgeon sisters have been replaced by the two Constanzuela brothers. But the hilarity remains the same. Read our feature story in Press Play Salem issue 6 then snag your tickets to the show.
When: 7:30 p.m. April 26-27, May 1-4, 8-11, 15-18, and 2:30 p.m. April 28, May 2, 9 and 19. Previews: April 24 & 25 ($10)
Where: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre, 191 High St. NE
Cost: $25 to $29; $15 youth/student
Info: 503-585-3427, enlightenedtheatrics.org
APRIL 27
Exploring Oregon’s Heritage: Asian and Pacific Islander Day celebrates the rich impact of the many diverse cultures of this large geographic areas peoples to our state. Celebrate the day with exhibits, performances, booths, music and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27
Where: Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court St. NE
Info: 503-986-1388, oregoncapitol.com
Cherry City Roller Derby’s Capital Punishers will bout Resurrection Roller Girls from Rohnert Park, California. Food and beer available for purchase.
When: 7 p.m. April 27
Where: The Madhouse, 1335 Madison St. NE
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door. $5 for age 6 and younger.
Info: cherrycityrollerderby.com
APRIL 27 to 28
Get hands-on with food, fiber and furry creatures at Oregon Ag Fest, a two-day, activity-filled festival that aims to provide a fun, educational experience about Oregon’s agricultural industry the whole family can enjoy.
When: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 27 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 28
Where: Oregon State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St. NE
Cost: $9 ages 13 and older. Free for age 12 and younger. Free parking.
Info: 503-535-9353, oragfest.com
APRIL 28
The Monster Cookie Metric Century Bicycle Ride starts at the State Capitol Mall Park ventures to Champoeg State Park and back to Salem by Willamette Mission State Park. Optional short route of 34 miles available. Locally baked cookies and other fresh food items will be available. The reward at the end is a Monster Cookie.
When: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 28
Where: State Capitol Mall, 900 Court St.
Cost: $30 to $40
Info: 503 390-8024, salembicycleclub.org
Festival Chorale Oregon: Mozart Great Mass in C minor. This is the last musical setting of the mass by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (not counting his Requiem Mass left unfinished at his death). The work embodies pomp and solemnity associated with the Salzburg traditions of the time, and shows the influence of Bach and Handel, whose music Mozart was studying at this time.
When: 4 p.m. Sunday, April 28
Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE
Cost: $35 reserved; $25 general admission; $20 senior; $10 student.
Info: 503-375-3574, elsinoretheatre.com
APRIL 29
Brutal Bar – Battle Royale features the winners of Brutal Bar I, II and III, Sydney Paige Uebelacker of Bari Restaurant, Jason Wenger of Jason Wenger Mixology and Alex Mccarthy of Taproot Lounge & Cafe, will battle it out for your drinking pleasure. Limited seating at the bar includes a judge’s taster flight to try each creation (nine mini-cocktails in total) and hors d’oeuvres. General attendance include a special gourmet buffet prepared by Bruce of Bari. Read about Jason Wenger in Press Play Salem issue 6 and watch for profiles on future Brutal Bar contestants in our “The Mixologists” column
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 29
Where: Bari Restaurant, 136 High St. SE
Cost: $25 to $100. Get your ticket at brownpapertickets.com/event/4090252
And in the arts…
Gretchen Schuette Art Gallery
Setareh Ghoreishi: Cultural Conventions from Iran to America — Ghoreishi’s work conveys her experience of coming from Iran to the United States. Through provocative combinations of imagery and installation (large scale artworks) the artist explores the combination of her traditional Iranian culture and the consumer culture of the United States. Ghoreishi cleverly uses her training in graphic design to subvert everyday object like fast food packaging and the credit card. The viewer is left to wonder about the dominant aspect of consumer culture in the American lifestyle.
Where: Chemeketa Community College, building 3, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE
When: April 3 through May 3. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Reception: 12 to 2 p.m. April 10
Info: 503-399-2533.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art is Oregon’s third largest art museum. It features works by Pacific Northwest and Native American artists, a diverse collection of traditional European, American and Asian art, as well as artifacts that date from antiquity. Frequently changing exhibitions include lectures, special events, tours, artist demonstrations and educational opportunities for children and adults.
The museum is located at 700 State Street. Cost to explore is $6, $4 for seniors and $3 for students 18 and older. People age 17 and younger are admitted free, and admission is free for everyone on Tuesdays. For more information, visit willamette.edu/arts/hfma, or call 503-370-6855.
Through April 28
Kypriaka Chronika: Tales of Ancient Cypriote Ceramics in West Coast Collections — Organized by professor and faculty curator Ann M. Nicgorski, the exhibition features 26 ceramic vessels and four figurines that date from the Early Bronze to Early Iron Age (c.2500 to 475 BCE). Carefully crafted artifacts of daily life in Cyprus, an ancient crossroads of civilizations, tell of local traditions and aesthetics in dialogue with cultural imports.
Ian J. Cohn: The Faces of Phlamoudhi — Ian J. Cohn (American, born 1950) is a New York architect and photographer. In 1972, while serving as the official photographer for the Columbia University archaeological expedition to Cyprus, Cohn began a personal study, documenting life in the small northern village of Phlamoudhi. Less than two years later, Turkey invaded Cyprus, forcibly displacing more than 155,000 citizens, including the entire population of the village.
April 20 through May 19
Alexandra Opie: Wonder Box — Each spring, Hallie Ford pairs its annual senior art majors exhibition with a small solo exhibition of recent work by one of the faculty members in the art department at Willamette University. This year, the exhibition will focus on recent work by Alexandra Opie (American, born 1974), who serves as chair of the art department and teaches courses in photography and electronic media. Opening Reception: 6 to 8 p.m. April 19.
Senior Art Majors 2019 — Each spring, the Hallie Ford Museum of Art features the work of senior art majors at Willamette University. The exhibition represents the culmination of their four years at Willamette. Opening Reception: 6 to 8 p.m. April 19.
Salem Art Association
Founded in 1919, the Salem Art Association aims to engage the community in the appreciation of the arts through contemporary art exhibitions and events, arts education for youth and adults, and the preservation and interpretation of our shared cultural heritage.
Events and exhibits are located in the Bush Barn Art Center at 600 Mission St. SE. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. There is no charge to visit, but donations are always accepted. For more information, call 503-581‑2228 or visit salemart.org.
Through April 11
Artist-In-Residence: Leonel Cuanas — A collection of digitally manipulated photographs that explore an ever evolving futuristic trend of documenting and curating the human experience. Each piece portrays the memory in a fragmented and over saturated composition of the individual perspective. Themes that echo throughout the series include futurism, nostalgia, the loss of memory and the way a society of the future implements technology to remember the aesthetic values of our essence. Leonel Cuanas is a self-taught artist originally from Mexico and currently residing in Oregon.
April 13 to 27
Artist-In-Residence: Jesse Farrah — “My greatest wish is that my pictures connect with people in a way that gets at the deeper links between things. Photography’s meaning for me is to cast an eye on the shadows, the details, the words unspoken. Those areas where truth lies in the in-between moments.”
Through April 20
Young Artists’ Showcase — Now in its 10th year and featuring artwork by hundreds of students, the Young Artists’ Showcase has grown into a highly anticipated event for K-12 students, teachers, and parents in Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties.
Jennifer Kapnek — “My most current work marries identified tree branches to serene, color drenched fields. I have titled this the ‘historical’ series. Working with arborists, verified branches are returned to their former selves (the lilac painting has an authenticated lilac branch). This subtle exploration of identity and individuality is very exciting to me, and where I am the most focused today.”
Totem Shriver — This exhibition features wooden relief sculptures that explore the world of spirit and nature. Totem begins each work with drawings and collages in order to discover new approaches to the carving process. His two dimensional pieces unfold innovative ideas of positive and negative space and are featured alongside his sculptures in this show. Totem is the Adjunct Professor of 3D Design at Linfield College in McMinnville.
Willamette Heritage Center
Preserving and interpreting the history of the Mid-Willamette Valley, the Willamette Heritage Center features 14 historic structures that house permanent and changing exhibits, a research library and archive, textile learning center, and rentable event spaces over a five-acre campus, which also has retail shops, art galleries, cooperative artist studios, and offices. It is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday and located at 1313 Mill St SE. Cost to explore is $8. $7 senior, $5 student and $4 for ages 6 to 17. For more information, call 503-585-7012 or go to willametteheritage.org.
Through April 20
Romance: Stories of Love and Passion in the Mid-Willamette Valley — Who doesn’t like a good love story? There are few storylines that so easily transcend time and place and can suck us in. Explore a few of the love stories experienced in the Mid-Willamette Valley through small displays curated by a variety of heritage organizations from across our region that share stories, research and artifacts based upon a unifying theme. It is a great way to look at an historical topic through a variety of perspectives and lenses.
Gallery 444
Capital Calligraphers’ Show — A collection of artwork created by the Capital Calligraphers, a non-professional group who have a deep appreciation for beautifully crafted letters and a sincere desire to share with each other the skills needed to create them.
When: April 3 to 26. Opening reception: 5 to 8 p.m. April 3.
Where: Gallery 444, Elsinore Framing & Fine Art Gallery at 444 Ferry St. SE.
Info: 503-581-4642 or visit elsinoregallery.com.
World Beat Gallery
Salem Multicultural Institute presents Discover Paradise: Samoa, The Heart Of Polynesia, an exploration of Samoa through historical artifacts, stories and more.
When: Through May 22
Where: World Beat Gallery, 390 Liberty St. SE
Info: salemmulticultural.org
Oregon School of Massage
Dago Benavidez is the featured artist at Oregon School of Massage. Love of painting has always been Dago’s passion and is a major part of his life. “Painting gives me a perspective on things that I wish to put on canvas: things I feel in my heart and beauty I see with my eyes. It allows me to see beautiful colors or scenes in every day events.” Dago’s first memories of Lockney, Texas, in the panhandle where he was born, were of vivid colors of wildflowers forming a carpet-like scene as far as the eyes could see. This is what started his love of colors and the beautiful colors of nature.
When: Through June. 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Where: Oregon School of Massage, 2111 Front St., Bldg. 3 through June
Info: 503-585-8912
Survivor Showcase
The Survivor Showcase is located in the lobby of the Salem Health Cancer Institute (Salem Hospital Building C) at 875 Oak St. SE, features creative inspirations by those who have been touched by cancer. Displays, which rotate regularly, aim to brighten the lobby bringing a sense of hope, healing and inspiration for patients, visitors and staff. It is open 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call 503-814-1449 or email cancer.institute@salemhealth.org.
April and May
Salem Health Cancer Institute’s Survivor Showcase features the artwork of cancer survivor Leland Gilsen, which includes ethnic portraits created using natural dry pigment finger painting.
Carlee Wright
