Hundreds of high-energy kids roamed the new grounds of the Gilbert House Children’s Museum’s outdoor play area on its first day of reopening after eight months of construction.
COMMUNITY
Equity Splash hosts lively block party to celebrate Juneteenth
A small but enthusiastic crowd gathered on the Capitol Mall Monday to dance, play and eat in celebration of the end of slavery in the U.S.
PHOTOS: Salem celebrates Pride with march, block party
Salem’s first Pride march in 1978 drew just nine attendees for a march to the Capitol. Saturday’s event brought back the march, but with hundreds more attendees.
Wellness on Wheels van brings anti-loneliness campaign to Salem seniors
The Center 50+ Wellness on Wheels mobile program aims to help Salem seniors build community through fun. Volunteers will be making neighborhood stops throughout the summer, and last Wednesday planted vegetables and flowers in the Highland Village Garden in Northeast Salem.
Public asked to comment on Parkdale Park development in northeast Salem
County officials will present updates Tuesday, June 20, on the development of Parkdale Park, intended to add more green space and an improved stormwater system to the undeveloped area.
PHOTOS: Kids explore big rigs at Salem Service Day
Salem kids got to sit behind the wheel of fire trucks, check out riding mowers and play at Riverfront Park during the annual city-sponsored Salem Service Day.
Salem’s Make Music Day returns June 21 with live music all over town
Around 250 artists are slated to perform at over 50 locations around Salem next Wednesday for the city’s eighth Make Music Day.
Inspired by her Salem childhood, button shop owner created a haven
Becka Makes Buttons in Southeast Salem goes beyond making buttons. The shop provides respite for all, and helps young people connect to social services for homelessness and addiction.
Medical, dental, mental health care under one roof as Northwest Human Services expands flagship clinic
A newly-expanded 57,000 square foot clinic in West Salem serves as primary medical care for nearly 13,000 Salem-area patients per year, one in five of whom are homeless.
Salem groups to commemorate Juneteenth with celebration, education
Join a celebration of emancipation on Monday, June 19, with a block party at the Capitol Mall.