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If you’re looking to get out of the house this evening, downtown will be full of cheer as the Holiday Parade returns. It’s the first time organizers have held the event on Black Friday, a move that’s intended to draw support to local businesses.
You’ll find everything you need to know about the parade in our guide below.
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Dozens of volunteers at BlondZee’s Restaurant in Salem spent their Thanksgiving loading up free plates of turkey and mashed potatoes with gravy for anybody who wanted a meal and some…
Salem’s downtown holiday parade returns for its third year — this time on Black Friday. There will be floats, dancing, hot cocoa, Buddy the Elf and Santa Claus. In addition…
A local group of wild turkeys is a source of joy and community for some south Salem residents.
Events in Salem this week include free meals on Thanksgiving Day, Salem’s downtown holiday parade and the arrival of Santa Claus in Riverfront Park.
If you’re looking to donate gifts, volunteer or write cards to brighten someone’s holidays, Salem Reporter compiled a list to help out.
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