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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Monday \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nPrice: $5 (first class free!) – Pay at doors \nAll experience levels welcome \n15+‍ \nTake a break from real life to come play and let loose! Improv is all about teamwork\, communication and\, most importantly\, FUN!‍ \nWhether you’re a casual fan or seasoned performer\, this class is great for improvisers of all experience levels! Ages 15+ recommended. Classes are $5 each and your first class is FREE!
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/weekly-drop-in-improv-comedy-class/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,comedy
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SUMMARY:Room of Forgotten Souls
DESCRIPTION:Room of Forgotten Souls\nan original\, ensemble-devised performance\nIn 2004\, a tour group discovered a locked room in the Oregon State Hospital crematorium\, filled with thousands of decaying copper canisters holding the remains of over 4\,000 former patients. Abandoned or forgotten\, these individuals sparked a movement to honor the lost. Inspired by this haunting discovery\, the Willamette University Theatre ensemble will create Room of Forgotten Souls—an original\, ensemble-devised performance exploring memory\, loss\, mental health\, and recognition.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/room-of-forgotten-souls-2/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Pelton Theatre at Willamette University\, 900 State St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater
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SUMMARY:Silent Film Series: Battleship Potemkin (1923)
DESCRIPTION:The Elsinore Theatre Silent Film Series presents Battleship Potemkin (1923). \nIn the midst of the Russian Revolution of 1905\, the crew of the battleship Potemkin mutiny against the brutal\, tyrannical regime of the vessel’s officers. The resulting street demonstration in Odessa brings on a police massacre. 1h 6m (not rated) \nWith live organ accompaniment by Rick Parks on the Mighty Wurlitzer.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/silent-film-series-battleship-potemkin-1923/
LOCATION:Elsinore Theatre\, 170 High St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:movie
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260419T150000
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SUMMARY:Family Clay Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for some quality together time and learn simple hand-built projects that are fun for everyone and create magical memories for your family. \nFamily Clay Sunday is a drop-in program. No registration required \nFamily Clay Sundays are back. We now offer an “early bird” hour for families that prefer a quieter setting and simpler projects. \n11 a.m. – 12 p.m. for early birds \n12 – 3 p.m. Family Clay Sunday drop-in sessions \nCost\n$5 per artist to create a new project on the first Sunday of the month. \n$5 for glazing day on the third Sunday of the Month. We will offer bisque pieces to purchase at $5 each for those who didn’t attend the first Sunday session so everyone can enjoy glaze day. \nWe’re so glad that our little studio is able to offer this activity to our community. \nFacilitated by Kelly Matney supported by Doug Dacar. \nDates & Projects:\nFebruary 1 & 15:\n\nEarly birds: Thumb vase\nDrop in: Ice cream bowls\n\nMarch 1 & 15:\n\nEarly Birds: Textured hand prints\nDrop-in: Chicken plates\n\nApril 19:\n\nCatch-up glaze day\n\nMay 3 & 17:\n\nEarly birds: Name frames\nDrop-in: Coil name plaques’\n\nJune 7 and 21:\n\nEarly birds: Familer faces\nDrop-in: Moon Face
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/family-clay-sunday/2026-04-19/
CATEGORIES:activity,community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:Room of Forgotten Souls
DESCRIPTION:Room of Forgotten Souls\nan original\, ensemble-devised performance\nIn 2004\, a tour group discovered a locked room in the Oregon State Hospital crematorium\, filled with thousands of decaying copper canisters holding the remains of over 4\,000 former patients. Abandoned or forgotten\, these individuals sparked a movement to honor the lost. Inspired by this haunting discovery\, the Willamette University Theatre ensemble will create Room of Forgotten Souls—an original\, ensemble-devised performance exploring memory\, loss\, mental health\, and recognition.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/room-of-forgotten-souls-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Pelton Theatre at Willamette University\, 900 State St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater
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SUMMARY:Room of Forgotten Souls
DESCRIPTION:Room of Forgotten Souls\nan original\, ensemble-devised performance\nIn 2004\, a tour group discovered a locked room in the Oregon State Hospital crematorium\, filled with thousands of decaying copper canisters holding the remains of over 4\,000 former patients. Abandoned or forgotten\, these individuals sparked a movement to honor the lost. Inspired by this haunting discovery\, the Willamette University Theatre ensemble will create Room of Forgotten Souls—an original\, ensemble-devised performance exploring memory\, loss\, mental health\, and recognition.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/room-of-forgotten-souls/
LOCATION:Pelton Theatre at Willamette University\, 900 State St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater
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SUMMARY:Tommy Emmanuel CGP – Living In The Light Tour
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as “one of the best acoustic guitarists in the world” by NPR’s World Cafe\, Tommy Emmanuel got his start at the age of six\, when he first began touring his native Australia with his family’s band. As a teenager\, he earned a reputation as a highly sought after sideman and session player\, and by his early twenties\, Emmanuel was playing on chart-topping hits and performing with acts like Air Supply and Men at Work. Inspired in part by his hero\, Chet Atkins (who would later become a friend\, mentor\, and collaborator)\, Emmanuel stepped out on his own as a solo artist in 1979\, releasing the first in a string of acclaimed instrumental albums that would make him an unlikely celebrity in his home country and beyond. In the decades that followed\, he would go on to headline everywhere from the Sydney Opera House to Carnegie Hall; tour with luminaries like Eric Clapton and John Denver; win a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement; perform for a televised audience of more than two billion at the Sydney Olympics; and collaborate with a who’s who of fellow guitar greats\, including Les Paul\, Mark Knopfler\, Joe Walsh\, Richard Thompson\, Jason Isbell\, and Billy Strings. \nRecorded in just four days\, Emmanuel’s latest album\, Living In The Light\, stands as the most daring—and most rewarding—collection in the globetrotting fingerpicker’s remarkable catalog\, fusing his pop\, jazz\, classical\, and roots influences into a virtuosic masterwork as exhilarating as it is intimate.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/tommy-emmanuel-cgp-living-in-the-light-tour/
LOCATION:Elsinore Theatre\, 170 High St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:Room of Forgotten Souls
DESCRIPTION:Room of Forgotten Souls\nan original\, ensemble-devised performance\nIn 2004\, a tour group discovered a locked room in the Oregon State Hospital crematorium\, filled with thousands of decaying copper canisters holding the remains of over 4\,000 former patients. Abandoned or forgotten\, these individuals sparked a movement to honor the lost. Inspired by this haunting discovery\, the Willamette University Theatre ensemble will create Room of Forgotten Souls—an original\, ensemble-devised performance exploring memory\, loss\, mental health\, and recognition.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/room-of-forgotten-souls-2/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Pelton Theatre at Willamette University\, 900 State St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T210000
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SUMMARY:"A New Moon Ball" A Bridgerton Themed Ball
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to transport back in time to the elegant world of Bridgerton at A New Moon Ball – it’s going to be a night to remember! \n\n\n\n\nWelcome to “A New Moon Ball” A Bridgerton Themed Ball! Join us for an enchanting evening filled with elegance and grandeur at the Willamette Heritage Center. Immerse yourself in the Regency era with lavish decorations\, period costumes\, and delightful music. Indulge in a night of dancing\, socializing\, and revelry reminiscent of the hit series Bridgerton. Don your finest attire and prepare to be swept away in a world of romance and charm. Don’t miss out on this magical event! \nThere will be VIP dinner provided at 4pm. Contact seller at pixiedesignseventplanning@gmail.com for more details or to reserve your spot for a VIP dinner
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/a-new-moon-ball-a-bridgerton-themed-ball/
LOCATION:Willamette Heritage Center\, 1313 Mill St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260413T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Monday \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nPrice: $5 (first class free!) – Pay at doors \nAll experience levels welcome \n15+‍ \nTake a break from real life to come play and let loose! Improv is all about teamwork\, communication and\, most importantly\, FUN!‍ \nWhether you’re a casual fan or seasoned performer\, this class is great for improvisers of all experience levels! Ages 15+ recommended. Classes are $5 each and your first class is FREE!
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/weekly-drop-in-improv-comedy-class/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:Ravel & Saint-Saëns
DESCRIPTION:Oregon Symphony in Salem presents \nRavel & Saint-Saëns\nA bracing whack from the percussionist’s “slap stick” launches Ravel’s Concerto on an effervescent romp\, evoking the Harlem jazz clubs he visited with Gershwin. Riffs from the brasses and piano fireworks make for a breathless dash to the finish. Ravel’s lush Daphnis et Chloé opens with a radiant sunrise—golden strings\, shimmering harps\, bird calls—and ends with an orgiastic paean to love.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/ravel-saint-saens/
LOCATION:Smith Auditorium\, 900 State St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
CREATED:20260228T181142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T181227Z
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SUMMARY:Soul + R&B Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join Shirley Brown for a musically soulful and joyful 75 min yoga/mindful movement practice. \nPractice is orchestrated with rhythmic and soulful tunes to get you moving and maybe even singing. Together we will celebrate the joy of Soul and R&B music as we flow. If you love R&B / Soul music\, don’t miss these Friday nights. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$20 per yogi | $16 for Resonance members (use your coupon code)
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/soul-rb-yoga/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:Resonance Yoga Collective Studio\, 129 Commercial St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162258Z
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SUMMARY:Closing a Chapter: Salem Police Chief Trevor Womack on Accomplishments\, Challenges and What Comes Next
DESCRIPTION:Salem Police Chief Trevor Womack recently announced his retirement effective May 22\, 2026. As reported in the Salem Reporter\, Chief Womack said\, “There’s no career like this.  It’s an incredible career.  Thankful and grateful that I had the honor of serving this way\, especially these last five years.”  Being Salem’s Police Chief was\, he said\, “the highest honor” of his career in law enforcement.  Upon retirement\, he plans to return to Stockton\, CA\, his hometown. \nChief Womack assumed leadership of our police department on December 7\, 2020.  Speaking to the Salem City Club in early 2021\, Womack mentioned that community outreach\, transparency from data-driven policing\, and increasing staffing would guide his leadership. \nJoin us to hear our Chief of Police reflect on accomplishments and challenges\, report on the status of public safety initiatives\, and the Salem Police Department’s  path forward.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/closing-a-chapter-salem-police-chief-trevor-womack-on-accomplishments-challenges-and-what-comes-next/
LOCATION:Willamette Heritage Center\, 1313 Mill St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:community,education + learning,talks + readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
CREATED:20260208T184527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T195320Z
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SUMMARY:Black Violin: Full Circle Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Step into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour\, where GRAMMY-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. This tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys\, discovering that even as we evolve\, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose. \nFrom high school orchestra classmates to groundbreaking artists\, Black Violin’s path reflects resilience\, creativity\, and the courage to challenge expectations. With their Black Violin Foundation reaching over 100\,000 students each year\, they’re building a legacy that transcends the stage\, inspiring a new generation to dream boldly. Join them for an unforgettable night that celebrates growth\, music\, and the beauty of coming full circle. \nVIP Available
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/black-violin-full-circle-tour-2026/
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T223713Z
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SUMMARY:First Tuesday Music & Poetry Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Historic Grand is pleased to invite performers of all varieties to take the ballroom stage the first Tuesday of every month! Musicians\, bands\, poets\, and all other performers are encouraged to sign up and share your talent! Hosted by Matador Hamilton and Danny Shaw of Giantess. \nDoors at 6:30\, show 7pm-10pm. No admission\, all ages. Sign ups open with doors at 6:30. \nIf your band would like to perform\, please reach out to Matador Hamilton via Facebook or @matadormakesmusic on Instagram and let him know which backline gear your band will need.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/first-tuesday-music-poetry-open-mic/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260406T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T222748Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Monday \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nPrice: $5 (first class free!) – Pay at doors \nAll experience levels welcome \n15+‍ \nTake a break from real life to come play and let loose! Improv is all about teamwork\, communication and\, most importantly\, FUN!‍ \nWhether you’re a casual fan or seasoned performer\, this class is great for improvisers of all experience levels! Ages 15+ recommended. Classes are $5 each and your first class is FREE!
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/weekly-drop-in-improv-comedy-class/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
CREATED:20260228T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T181711Z
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SUMMARY:Gong Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join our special guest\, Wayne Marto of Beneficial Sound\, on a transformative journey of healing and deep relaxation. Soak every cell of the body in therapeutic sound and vibration. \nAcoustically the gong elevates us\, creating a deep meditative state that restores harmony and vitality to the mind\, body\, and soul. The pure sound waves of this music will leave you feeling tuned\, refreshed\, and connected with your intuitive personal power. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$30 Per Yogi | $24 for Resonance Members \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Gong Meditation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect: \nThe 90 minute event includes a brief discussion on the healing attribute of Planet Gongs\, a 60 minute Gong Meditation. \nWhat to bring: \nWear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat if you have one\, but our studio does have a few extras. Bring anything cozy that supports you; blanket\, eye mask\, or pillow. Our studio also has blankets\, blocks\, and bolsters for your use. \nLearn more: \nwww.beneficialsound.org
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/gong-meditation/
LOCATION:Resonance Yoga Collective Studio\, 129 Commercial St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260403T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260403T210000
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SUMMARY:Alfred Robles: Vatos With Gatos
DESCRIPTION:After getting kicked out of the police academy\, Alfred Robles rose to become one of the hottest young comedians in the country. Two years into his comedy career\, Alfred was featured in the hit show “Loco Comedy Jam” and the Latino Laugh Festival. He was the only comedian to be featured on all 3 seasons of Stand Up Revolution on Comedy Central. Alfred is currently on a world wide tour with Gabriel Iglesias\, and was one of the first comedians to perform at Dodger Stadium alongside Gabriel Iglesias. Alfred was also featured on “Mr. Iglesias” on Netflix\, “Entre Nos” on HBO\, and is currently working on his hour special.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/alfred-robles-vatos-with-gatos/
LOCATION:Elsinore Theatre\, 170 High St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T222748Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Monday \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nPrice: $5 (first class free!) – Pay at doors \nAll experience levels welcome \n15+‍ \nTake a break from real life to come play and let loose! Improv is all about teamwork\, communication and\, most importantly\, FUN!‍ \nWhether you’re a casual fan or seasoned performer\, this class is great for improvisers of all experience levels! Ages 15+ recommended. Classes are $5 each and your first class is FREE!
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/weekly-drop-in-improv-comedy-class/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,comedy
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SUMMARY:Parabola: A Tribute to Tool
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 28 | Doors at 7:00 | Show at 8:00 | all ages | $15 presale | $20 day of show \nStraight out of PDX\, Parabola delivers an intense tribute to Tool with precision and fire. Crushing riffs\, hypnotic vocals\, and spiraling energy colliding for a live experience that feels every bit as powerful as the real thing. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/ParabolaToolTribute
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/parabola-a-tribute-to-tool/
LOCATION:Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260328T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260328T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:Russ Taff & Steve Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Multiple Grammy and Dove Award-winners Russ Taff and Steve Taylor will appear in one electrifying night together on the The Almost Farewell Tour. Taff will be both supported and backed on all dates by his longtime friend and collaborator and his Some Band.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/russ-taff-steve-taylor/
LOCATION:Elsinore Theatre\, 170 High St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260327T220000
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SUMMARY:Laurie Kilmartin
DESCRIPTION:Laurie Kilmartin is stand up comedian and an Emmy-nominated\, WGA award-winning comedy writer. She was a staff writer for all 11 years of CONAN on TBS\, and has performed standup on CONAN\, Late Late Show w/James Corden\, and Comedy Central. She was a Top 10 finalist on season 9 of NBC’s Last Comic Standing\, and has been a guest on Marc Maron’s WTF 3 times. She is the author of Dead People Suck\, a comedic memoir about grief\, and Shitty Mom\, a NY Times bestselling comedy about parenting. Her special “45 Jokes About My Dead Dad” was named among Vulture ‘s Top Ten Comedy Specials of 2016. In 2022\, she was a guest in the “Comedy” episode of Hillary Clinton’s 2022 Apple TV series “Gutsy.” Her new special “Cis Woke Grief Slut\,” taped at Hollywood’s El Portal Theater is available across streaming platforms. \nBorn and raised in the Bay Area\, Laurie became interested in trying standup after seeing one too many male comics talk about women. even in San Francisco\, the early 90s lineups were stacked with men lazily stereotyping approximately half the people in the audience. Laurie distinctly remembers sitting through a comedy showcase thinking\, “I don’t like shopping\, and I don’t go to the bathroom in pairs.” Her need to try standup came from an intense desire to tell her own story\, instead of hearing it being told to her by a dude. \nAfter a successful first time onstage\, Laurie moved back in with her parents\, bought a Chevy Blazer and started driving to gigs all over the West. By the time she donated the Blazer to KCRW\, there were over 500\,000 miles on the odometer. She has worked one nighters\, comedy clubs\, casinos and wars. In fact\, she performed for troops in both Iraq wars\, including a New Year’s Eve show at one of Saddam Hussein’s occupied palaces. After ten years of basing herself in NorCal\, she relocated to New York City in 1999. In 2003\, she added TV writing to her resume\, with her first staff job on Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.” She moved onto “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” and tried her hand at daytime on “The Bonnie Hunt Show” before being hired as a monologue writer on “CONAN” for its entire 11 year run on TBS. \nIn 2006\, she became a mom\, and in 2009\, a single mom. In 2014\, she famously (or infamously) live-tweeted jokes her father’s hospice passing from lung cancer\, and in 2020\, she did the same after her mother was hospitalized with COVID. From these literal cremated ashes came her comedy special and second book (“45 Jokes About My Dead Dad” and Dead People Suck)\, and the 3rd titular element of her 2024 comedy special\, “Cis Woke Grief Slut.” \nFriday\, March 27th\, 2026 in The Grand Ballroom\nDoors at 7:00 PM | Show at 8:00 PM\n$25 General Admission | $35 VIP Front Row + Fees\nGeneral Admission or VIP | 21+ \nClick Here To Request ADA Seating
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/laurie-kilmartin/
LOCATION:Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:True North
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Wednesday: True North\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin award winning Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel as they present their True North Duo a blend of folk and country inspired music. \n\n\n\n\nChemeketa Concerts is pleased to present True North\, an American Roots duo whose music is as intimate as it is unforgettable. \nWith passionate harmonies\, hand-built instruments\, and memorable songs\, Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel create a sound that move straight from the stage to the heart. True North’s performances are marked by Dan’s refined musicianship and Kristen’s emotionally rich voice—an undeniable combination that has captivated audiences across the country. \nThe duo has earned top honors on some of the nation’s most respected stages\, including the Telluride Bluegrass Festival\, Kerrville Folk Festival\, and MerleFest. In 2021\, Kristen Grainger was recognized by The Bluegrass Situation—alongside Dolly Parton and Brandi Carlile—as one of the “Women Who Wrote Our 2020 Soundtrack\,” underscoring the depth and relevance of her songwriting. \nBased in Oregon’s Willamette Valley\, True North tours nationally and internationally\, building a devoted following along the way. Three of their albums have reached #1 on the folk radio charts\, and their newest release\, Time and Materials\, is already resonating with listeners nationwide. \nThis is a rare opportunity to experience two master storytellers at the height of their craft—authentic\, heartfelt\, and deeply human. Learn more at www.truenorthband.com. \n\n\n\n\nThe College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution committed to an environment free of discrimination and harassment. Questions regarding sexual harassment\, discrimination and misconduct policies and filing a complaint contact the Title IX coordinator at 503.584.7323. For questions about equal employment opportunity and/or affirmative action\, contact 503.399.2537. To request this publication in an alternative format\, please call 503.399.5192. For disability related accommodation\, please contact Student Accessibility Services at least two weeks prior to the event at 503.399.5192 (TTY/voice) or studentaccess@chemeketa.edu. \nBox office assistance can be reached at 503-399-6980 or auditorium@chemeketa.edu.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/true-north/
LOCATION:Chemeketa Auditorium\, 4000 Lancaster Dr NE\, BLDG 6\, Salem\, OR\, 97305\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Monday \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nPrice: $5 (first class free!) – Pay at doors \nAll experience levels welcome \n15+‍ \nTake a break from real life to come play and let loose! Improv is all about teamwork\, communication and\, most importantly\, FUN!‍ \nWhether you’re a casual fan or seasoned performer\, this class is great for improvisers of all experience levels! Ages 15+ recommended. Classes are $5 each and your first class is FREE!
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/weekly-drop-in-improv-comedy-class/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,comedy
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Passport to Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown venues have joined together to create “Spring Break Passport to Fun”\, which offers activities for the family during spring break week. Oregon State Capitol\, State Capitol State Park\, Willamette Heritage Center\, Hallie Ford Museum of Art\, World Beat Gallery\, Salem Art Association at Bush Bart Art Center\, Salem Public Library\, and Deepwood Museum have teamed up to offer families a fun and free\, or discounted\, way to fill the week off school with activities. A passport for download will be available starting March 1\, 2026. \nYou can start and end your journey at any of the participating locations.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/spring-break-passport-to-fun/
LOCATION:Oregon State Capitol\, 900 Court St NE\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,education + learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260321T140000
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SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:The third Saturday of March is Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol. Celebrate Spring\, the blossoming cherry trees in the Capitol Mall and the impact of the Japanese culture on our state. We will be celebrating with booths\, activities and performances from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Parking is free on Saturday. \nA 2026 program of events will be made available at the beginning of March.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/cherry-blossom-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Oregon State Capitol\, 900 Court St NE\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T193000
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SUMMARY:Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Oregon Symphony in Salem presents \nMendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony\nThere’s nothing like hiking across moors and encountering castle ruins to ignite the creative process—as Mendelssohn experienced it on a tour of Scotland. Holyrood Castle (where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned) inspired the mysterious mood of the Third Symphony’s opening. But the mists ultimately lift in the sunny\, lively finale. Plus\, Portland favorite Conrad Tao dazzles in Mozart’s 21st Piano Concerto\, with its slow movement once described by biographer Maynard Solomon as “an entire movement of unrelieved\, time-stopping beauty…for something just short of eternity.”
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/mendelssohns-scottish-symphony/
LOCATION:Smith Auditorium\, 900 State St\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T210000
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SUMMARY:Glitterfox
DESCRIPTION:Glitterfox doesn’t chase the algorithm – they follow instinct\, community\, and a kind of magia (Basque for magic). Formed by longtime creative partners Solange Igoa and Andrea Walker\, Portland’s Glitterfox has built their career the analog way: a van\, a map\, and unforgettable shows stitched across towns like constellations. Their rise has been defined by raw connection and fearless self-expression\, with music that fuses garage rock grit\, new wave shimmer\, southern Americana soul\, and a dancefloor pulse — all tangled with heart and heat until what emerges is unmistakably\, inimitably Glitterfox. \nTheir debut full-length “decoder” (out August 2024 via Jealous Butcher Records) is a supernova of sound and spirit — a soundtrack for becoming\, undoing\, and becoming again. The album traces deeply personal terrain: queer love\, personal transformation\, neurodivergence\, and the emotional aftershocks of a romantic split between Igoa and Walker\, who remain deeply connected musical collaborators. Tracks like “Passenger\,” “Change Me\,” “Polaroids\,” and the deceptively euphoric “Wildfires” showcase their ability to turn vulnerability into voltage. \nNow joined by Eric Stalker and Blaine Heinonen\, Glitterfox is more than a band — they’re chosen family\, held together by sound and the invisible threads that music always knows how to weave. Whether launching Portland’s annual Glitterfest as a wedding reception or channeling the messy middle of life into something unforgettable\, Glitterfox’s gift is their transparency\, their defiance\, and their freedom — sung loud. \nThursday\, March 19 \nDoors at 7 | Show at 8 \n$20 preshow + fees | $25 at doors
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/glitterfox/
LOCATION:Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T154804
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SUMMARY:Strings of Memory
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Wednesday: Strings of Memory\nwith Melissa Terrall and Christine Ebersohl-Van Scyoc\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of international music featuring Melissa Terrall and Christina Ebersohl-Van Scyoc \n\n\n\n\nEmbark on a powerful musical journey that spans continents\, cultures\, and centuries. Strings of Memory weaves together the passionate voices of Mexico and the Arab world in a program that explores how composers express national identity\, tradition\, and deep human emotion through classical music. \nFeaturing acclaimed performers Melissa Terrall on piano and Christina Ebersohl-Van Scyoc on viola\, the evening highlights José Pablo Moncayo’s emotionally charged Viola Sonata and Dia Succari’s colorful\, rhythm-driven 5 Syrian Dances. Two additional solo works\, one rooted in Mexican tradition and one inspired by Arab heritagem\, offer an intimate\, personal glimpse into the soul of each culture. \nBlending the familiar with the unexpected\, this concert celebrates the beauty of musical dialogue across borders\, inviting listeners to hear classical music through a vibrant\, global lens. From fiery melodies to lyrical reflections\, Strings of Memory promises an evening that is both moving and unforgettable. \nExperience the stories\, rhythms\, and emotions that connect us all. \n\n\n\n\nThe College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution committed to an environment free of discrimination and harassment. Questions regarding sexual harassment\, discrimination and misconduct policies and filing a complaint contact the Title IX coordinator at 503.584.7323. For questions about equal employment opportunity and/or affirmative action\, contact 503.399.2537. To request this publication in an alternative format\, please call 503.399.5192. For disability related accommodation\, please contact Student Accessibility Services at least two weeks prior to the event at 503.399.5192 (TTY/voice) or studentaccess@chemeketa.edu. \nBox office assistance can be reached at 503-399-6980 or auditorium@chemeketa.edu.
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/strings-of-memory/
LOCATION:Chemeketa Auditorium\, 4000 Lancaster Dr NE\, BLDG 6\, Salem\, OR\, 97305\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T210000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Monday \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nPrice: $5 (first class free!) – Pay at doors \nAll experience levels welcome \n15+‍ \nTake a break from real life to come play and let loose! Improv is all about teamwork\, communication and\, most importantly\, FUN!‍ \nWhether you’re a casual fan or seasoned performer\, this class is great for improvisers of all experience levels! Ages 15+ recommended. Classes are $5 each and your first class is FREE!
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/weekly-drop-in-improv-comedy-class/2026-03-16/
LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:activity,comedy
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