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EVENTS: Meet sheep, shop for plants and catch a play
This weekend’s event calendar includes a massive plant sale, a monster bike ride, a celebration of all things wool and several performances.

PHOTOS: Salem runners dazzle in evening wear at Fanciest 5k
The annual run is a benefit for Safety Compass, which provides counseling and services to sex trafficking survivors.

Willamette University to host Monday lecture on climate change, endangered species
Dr. Chris Smith, a professor of biology, will give a free public lecture at Paulus Lecture Hall at 7 p.m.

Salem Symphonic Winds focuses on fun and accessibility as season kicks off Saturday
Salem Symphonic Winds will open its 48th season with musical tales narrated in Spanish and English inspired by ghost stories and children's literature.

A celebration of healing comes to Riverfront Park Friday
The Hands Across the Bridge celebration Friday encourages Salemites to celebrate those who have recovered from addiction and mental illness.

Patterson, Moore-Green to debate at City Club Friday
The Senate District 10 race, which includes much of Salem, is among the most competitive legislative races on the ballot this November.

Sunday winds concert pays tribute to all things England
Salem Symphonic Winds are raising money to fund their upcoming season with a special concert Sunday at Youngberg Hill, a McMinville winery.

Englewood Forest Fest makes a comeback
The free neighborhood park celebration features music and dance performances, more than 30 local artists, science and environmental booths and food vendors.

Artists take to the streets in Salem
The Plein Air Invitational put on by Salem on the Edge fine art gallery will see 10 artists painting in Riverfront Park and throughout downtown on Saturday.