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If you're looking for a cheap and environmentally friendly option for holiday gifts, the city of Keizer is once again hosting its annual toy swap.

Until Dec. 4, you can drop off any gently used and clean kids toys, instruments, gadgets or games at Keizer Civic Center (930 Chemawa Rd. N.E.) or the Salem Public Library main branch (585 Liberty St. S.E.) during business hours.

The swap takes place on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon at Keizer City Hall. You can shop for free toys, games and other items, or drop off your items day of to find them a new home.

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Shop local for the holidays

Salem Reporter is inviting locally-owned shops with interesting gifts for the holiday to help us spread the “shop local” spirit in Salem.

Here’s how our 2023 effort turned out: Shopping in Salem – where to go for unique local gifts this season

We will publish a guide to local retailers on Friday, Nov. 29. There is no cost for participation, but here’s what we need from your business:

  1. Name, address, hours, phone, website
  2. One gift item described + price – 3 sentences or so.
  3. If possible, a photo of the gift.
  4. Item should be in stock at your store
  5. Gift certificates – do you offer them?

To have your item included, send an email to [email protected] by noon Monday, Nov. 25.

So, Salem business owners, tell shoppers: What have you got?

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