Category Events
New community science talks aim to teach Salem about the local environment
A Salem couple is bringing discussions about science and the environment to Salem coffee shops, bars and restaurants. The first talk on Thursday, March 27, will bring Willamette University professor David Craig to talk about white oak trees.
What to do in Salem from March 20-26: Bagel food truck, spring break, plant sale
Events in Salem this week include a plant sale at Deepwood Museum and Gardens, a comedy show about teachers and a week-long activity for Salem students on spring break.
Pentacle Theatre to perform Big Fish, a ‘touching and poignant’ musical
The fantasy musical “Big Fish” will premier at the Pentacle Theatre on Friday, March 21. The story follows a salesman who has lived a life full of epic adventures and his son, who sets out to uncover the truth behind his father’s incredible tales.
PHOTOS: Salem-area high schools compete in fast-paced state cooking, management championships
Three Salem-area high schools competed Monday in the Oregon ProStart Championships, a cooking and restaurant management competition. Students at the Career Technical Education Center won the management portion for the second year in a row.
Salem celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with music, walkabout
Despite rain on Saturday, bagpipers and drummers played during a Riverfront Park walkabout to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
No blossoms, but rainy cherry festival still proves a hit in Salem
PHOTOS: Despite gloom skies and blossoms still days away, Salem residents turned out for the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in front of the Capitol on Saturday, March 15. Lanterns adorning the trees will be on display through the month.
What to do in Salem from March 13-19: St. Patrick’s walkabout, cherry blossoms, scavenger hunts
Events in Salem this week include the unveiling of a new unicorn at Riverfront Carousel, a St. Patrick’s Day celebration, Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol and a scavenger hunt for a prize.
What to do in Salem from March 6-12: Solve a murder mystery, enjoy a symphony
This week, events in Salem include a pops concert, a free murder mystery party for teens and karaoke with a live band.
What’s showing at Salem galleries, museums in March
March exhibitions include hundreds of art pieces by local K-12 students, a celebration of Salem’s greenery and mythical creatures made of felt.