5 things to do in Salem this week: Alpaca show, free dragon boating, Booklover’s Burlesque Festival

Each week, Salem Reporter highlights a selection of upcoming local events.

For a more complete list, browse our events calendar here. You can submit an upcoming event here.

Here’s a roundup of happenings for Wednesday, April 8, to Tuesday, April 14. 

*Starred events are free to attend, although they may include ticketed components or a suggested donation.

Thursday, April 9: The fourth annual Booklover’s Burlesque Festivalwill kick off at…