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Quilters honor Salem veterans at Friday ceremony
“Anybody that’s had a good quilt from a grandma knows how comfortable and warm and calming a quilt can be,” said organizer Mary Williams. “That just says to me: love.”

Salem folk band encourages social and political action through song
Kristen Grainger & True North will be featured on a new national compilation album called "Hope Rises II" which highlights songs about social justice issues.

Public works employee, expert in street chemistry, deals in the strange and stinky
“I have a big nose, so I think I was put on this earth to filter the air and find smells for folks,” says Bill Fear. The longtime city employee was recently recognized for helping a homeowner with a litany of repairs during a heat wave this summer.

Peter Courtney Minto Island Bridge and section of trail to temporarily close for restoration
The two-day closure begins Nov. 16.

Willamette Master Chorus returns for first full in-person season since 2020
This will be the first full season the group is able to perform in person since 2020.

New Little Free Library at Willamette Heritage Center offers books, crafts
The new structure, offering free educational books and craft supplies, will have a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Willamette University to host Monday lecture on climate change, endangered species
Dr. Chris Smith, a professor of biology, will give a free public lecture at Paulus Lecture Hall at 7 p.m.

Local Indigenous organizers to hold rally in support of the Indian Child Welfare Act
Indigenous organizers are holding a rally in support of the Indian Child Welfare Act on Sunday, Nov. 6, as the U.S. Supreme Court considers a case which could significantly alter the federal law that prioritizes the placement of Indigenous adoptees within their families or communities.

Salem Pops orchestra to start season with jazzy show this Sunday
Salem Pops, an orchestra made up entirely of volunteers, will start its season with a performance of the score from "Catch Me If You Can."

