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Salem Juneteenth block party celebrates ‘a moment of Black joy’
A crowd gathered Thursday afternoon on Southeast Cottage Street in song, dance and prayer to celebrate Juneteenth, honoring the day enslaved people in Galveston Bay, Texas, were freed in 1865.
Your guide to Salem’s 10th Make Music Day on Saturday, June 21
Salem’s annual free live music celebration is a decade old and will feature nearly 300 performances at dozens of venues across the city. It’s the first time the annual June 21 event has fallen on a Saturday.
What to do in Salem from June 19-25: Make Music Day, Infinity Room’s finale
Events in Salem this week include celebrations for Juneteenth and the 10th anniversary of Salem's Make Music Day, a free celebration of live music across the city on Saturday, June 21.
Where to celebrate Juneteenth on Thursday in Salem
On Thursday, Salem will have a community block party and a historic walk to celebrate Juneteenth, the federal holiday recognizing the freeing of African-American slaves. Local and state government buildings will be closed Thursday in observance of the holiday.
Inside Out 2, Wicked, among Movies in the Park this summer
The City of Salem has announced this summer’s Movies in the Park lineup of free outdoor showings at Riverfront Park, starting next month.
What to do in Salem from June 12-18: Doggie Dash, day of archaeology, brewfest
Events in Salem this week include a day of learning about an archeological dig at Willamette University, a puzzling contest at the Salem Public Library and a belly dancing competition.
PHOTOS: Salem’s Pride Parade and Block Party
Flags of all colors adorned State Street Saturday afternoon as Salem's LGBTQ+ community celebrated with the Pride Parade and Block Party.
What to do in Salem from June 5-11: Pride parade, garage sales, dance night
Events in Salem this week include Salem’s annual Pride Parade and Block Party, a night of Latin dance lessons in Riverfront Park and a new art exhibition in a downtown gallery.
Salem’s Pride celebration returns Saturday, bringing queer joy downtown
Salem’s annual Pride Parade and Block Party is back June 7 with a seven-block downtown parade, street parties, food, entertainment and tons of free events for the entire community.