About two dozen people attended the first in a series of line dancing lessons at Southside Speakeasy Wednesday. Teacher Kelly Williams Brown hopes to draw more people into Salem’s dance scene.
By Laura Tesler - Special to Salem Reporter
PHOTOS: Chemawa Indian School holds spring powwow
Dancers of all ages gathered Saturday, May 11, at Chemawa Indian School in Salem, showing off jingle dresses and fancy dance outfits.
PHOTOS: Tianguis brings a lively celebration of Mexican culture to Riverfront Park
The inaugural Tianguis de Salem event on Saturday, May 11 filled Riverfront Park with pupusas, Latin hip-hop and creations from local vendors.
PHOTOS: Athletes compete in Unified Viking Games
High school students from across Salem competed Saturday in a Unified game event at North Salem High School. Unified sports programs unite students with and without disabilities.
PHOTOS: Runners fill Bush Park for the Awesome 3000
A rainy Saturday morning didn’t deter thousands of racers who came out to Bush’s Pasture Park for the Awesome 3000 fun run.
PHOTOS: Mushroom Queen takes top honors in comics expo cosplay contest
Cosplayers and comics enthusiasts made for a colorful scene at the Oregon State Fairgrounds as the Mid Valley Comic Art Expo returned to Salem.
PHOTOS: Cherry Blossom Day draws a crowd to the Capitol
A warm spring Saturday brought hundreds of people to the Oregon Capitol Mall for a celebration of cherry blossoms and Japanese culture.
PHOTOS: Mayor, police chief convene meeting in east Salem on reducing violence
City officials said last week that a public forum was their first step in working with law enforcement agencies and community organizations to reduce shootings.
PHOTO: Hundreds attend Salem’s Town Hall on Gun Violence, listening to 5 experts
PHOTOS: Salem residents listened attentively as panelists shared their insights on gun violence in Salem. The Town Hall on Thursday, Feb. 16, was organized by Salem Reporter.
PHOTOS: Market for the Strange celebrates 1 year
Salem artisans had unique takes on the “Strange Lovers” theme, with a weekend expo featuring everything from love potions to fetal pigs.
