Artist Talk with Aislinn Adams — Botanical artist Aislinn Adams discusses Botanical Treasures of Silver Falls, a project documenting native plants of Silver Falls State Park through detailed botanical illustration. Adams was commissioned in 2015 to illustrate 30 native plants from the park, with prints from the ongoing project now permanently displayed at Silver Falls […]
Comedian and podcaster Bobby Lee performs on The Finally Tour.
Traveling Wheelz hosts a Glow Party Open Skate 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. September 18 at The Mad House. Festive attire encouraged. All ages welcome at this family-friendly night of fun.
Rhythm & Flow and Ongken present The Salem Market: After Hours Wild West Rodeo Edition featuring live performances, food and drink, games, and more, starting at 8 p.m. Sept 18 at World of Flavors, 1321 Smith St NE.
Gaiety Hollow hosts Open Gardens, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Wednesday through September at 545 Mission St SE. Gaiety Hollow is the home, garden and studio of Elizabeth Lord and Edith Schryver. The Lord and Schryver Conservancy purchased Gaiety Hollow in 2015 and has since restored the garden to its period of significance. The […]
Hear Mid-Valley Poetry Society Readings during Gaiety Hollow Open Gardens, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept 19 at 545 Mission St. SE. Admission is free, but donations supporting the preservation and care of Gaiety Hollow are encouraged. The garden is maintained by The Lord & Schryver Conservancy, which aims “to preserve, steward, and interpret the […]
Tea Tour and Tasting — Visit the Mother tea plot, nursery, and processing room while discussing all things Camellia sinensis, from propagation to processing techniques. Tour includes a tasting of their farm-fresh teas, along with plenty of time for Q&A. 11 a.m. September 19 at Minto Island Growers.
Pride in the Park — Organized by Salem Capital Pride, Salem Pride in the Park celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and brings together artists, advocates, businesses, nonprofits, families, and friends for a day filled with creativity, connection, and pride. Shop handmade goods from queer makers, enjoy live performances, and connect with local organizations at one of […]
Thrill the World returns. Dance rehearsals will take place 1 to 2:30 p.m Sept 12 & 19 (and Oct 10 & 17) at the Pentacle Theatre's downtown rehearsal space, 197 Liberty St SE. Interested in previewing the moves? Visit https://thrilltheworld.com/choreography to watch videos. The final dance performance takes place Oct 24.
Saturday Música: Leah Hueser — Leah Hueser brings folk and Americana music, warm vocals and original songwriting to the vineyard. 3 to 5 p.m. Sept 19, Cória Estates, 8252 Redstone Ave SE.
Live Music: Midnight Pass — rhythm and blues, 4 to 7 p.m. Sept 19 at Stomp Tasting Room.
Cherry City Roller Derby hosts its Season 17 Opener, a family-friendly doubleheader featuring the junior team at 4:30 p.m. followed by an adult bout at 6:30 p.m. Sept 19 at The Mad House, 1335 Madison Street NE.
Manny Martinez Trio — 5 to 7 p.m. Sept 19, at West Hills Vineyards, 4785 Salem Dallas Hwy NW.
Sound Healing Journey — Michael Steinke creates an immersive sound bath using gongs, singing bowls, drums, Hang Bal and didgeridoo while participants settle into restorative positions supported by yoga props. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept 19 at Resonance Yoga Collective, 129 Commercial St. NE.
Live music with Huckle Buck Highway — Classic rock/country, 8 p.m. Sept 19 at Half Penny Public House, 3743 Commercial St SE
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