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Make Music Day Salem honors late co-founder in its 11th year
On Sunday, Salem's streets will fill with music once more for Make Music Day. It will be the first year without its co-founder and longtime co-organizer, Mark Green, who died late last summer. His wife, Karen Green, and other organizers will honor his memory during this year's event.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Make Music Day, Juneteenth celebrations, Superhero Run
Events in Salem this week include the city’s annual Make Music Day, two Juneteenth celebrations near downtown and a Riverfront Park fun run where participants of all ages can dress up as superheroes.
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Salem’s Pride Parade to celebrate past, present LGBTQ+ community
Salem's annual Pride parade and block party will kick off Saturday afternoon, celebrating Salem's LGBTQ+ community and history.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Pride Parade, mini farmer’s market, Our River celebration
Events in Salem this week include a mini farmer’s market in West Salem, a river exploration celebration at Minto Brown Island Park and Salem’s Pride Parade kicking off downtown.
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Pentacle selling off props, costumes – and a lifeguard station
Need a costume? On the hunt for one-of-a-kind artifacts? The Pentacle Theatre is holding a five-hour rummage sale on Saturday, June 6 – with items priced to sell.
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5 exhibits to see at Salem’s galleries, museums in June
This month, galleries and museums in Salem will be sharing art and history from the Pacific Islands, pottery from the 1950s and miniature paintings from local artists.
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Weird Al, The Beach Boys, All Time Low feature in Oregon State Fair summer concert lineup
The Oregon State Fair has announced its complete concert lineup for this summer, featuring iconic punk, rap, rock and country artists. Tickets for reserved seats are on sale now.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Doggie Dash, First Friday Art Walk, extended Bush House Museum tour
Events in Salem this week include the Oregon Humane Society’s Doggie Dash fundraiser, the First Friday Art Walk through downtown and a special 90-minute tour of Bush House Museum.
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Student-run West Salem Jazz Combo takes home first in state contest
The West Salem Jazz Combo, a small band with six student players, won first in state earlier this month after the program’s revival. Their winning set included two original pieces written by junior saxophonist Jack Parr.
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