Category Community
Documentary screenings in Salem hope to shed light on senior homelessness crisis
Upcoming Salem screenings of the documentary “No Place to Grow Old” will share the stories of three Portland seniors dealing with homelessness and housing insecurity. Organized in partnership with Church at the Park, the movie hopes to put faces to a rising issue throughout the state.
Salem events from Nov. 7-Nov. 13: Veterans Day concerts, Center 50+ classes and a planetarium show
Events in Salem this week include a dinner and auction to support veterans, cultural music group performances and a woodworking course at Center 50+.
Salem, Keizer leaders pledge to promote belonging, community amid divisive election
More than 90 Salem and Keizer local elected officials, clergy and nonprofit leaders signed an open letter calling on the cities to embrace belonging and work to build community, regardless of the outcome of the presidential election.
COLUMN: Elusive wrentits stay close to home
Local birder and natural history author Harry Fuller shares what birds are up to in the Salem area in his "Some Fascinating Things About Birds" column.
Salem Reads 2025 pick looks at family secrets through memoir
The Salem Reads pick for 2025 is “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?” a memoir by Carmen Rita Wong exploring identity and family. Starting in February, community events include an art and writing contest, an expert talk on DNA testing and a virtual talk with the author.
Families remember departed loved ones as Salem cemetery celebrates Día de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos brought vibrant festivities to Restlawn Memory Gardens and Funeral Home at 201 North Oak Grove Road on Friday evening with food stalls serving tamales and champurrado, face painting, and live music.
PHOTOS: Salem celebrates Día de los Muertos
An annual celebration at McKay High School organized by Casa de Cultura Tlanese has grown significantly over the past decade, featuring hours of dance, song and cultural activities for people of all ages.
EDITOR’S COLUMN: How Salem Reporter will cover 2024 election results
Salem Reporter will have reporters at local election offices, campaign parties and monitoring state and national news. We'll keep our focus on local races while including national context as we report on election night.
Events calendar: what to do in Salem for November 2024
November in Salem begins with Dia de los Muertos observations and ends with holiday light displays going up around town. In between, there's plenty of comedy, music and more to keep you entertained even if it's rainy.