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🌮 What happened this week in Salem? 9/12
Jacob Espinoza
September 12, 2024
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This weekend is WILD. There is sooo much to do. Hard to pick my favorite option, but hope to see some of you out and about this weekend.
If you get a chance to check it, let me know what you like about it and what you wish was different. I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Okay, now let’s see What’s Happening Salem…
Weather
☁️Thu: Cloudy with a high of 71
🌥️Fri: Mostly cloudy with a high of 75
⛅Sat: Partly cloudy with a high of 73
⛅Sun: Partly cloudy with a high of 70
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Cherriots transit drivers in Salem faced a sharp rise in assaults, with incidents more than doubling from 8 to 22 between April and June, totaling 55 reported assaults this year. This includes threats, physical attacks, and encounters with firearms. (Salem Reporter)
Oregon Department of Corrections’ push to build a new state penitentiary
Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) leaders are urging state lawmakers to prioritize the construction of a new state prison and assess the costs to repair or replace the aging Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem. DOC Director Mike Reese, who recently toured all DOC facilities, described OSP as "oppressive" and beyond repair, estimating a $624 million cost for a new facility, which could take 5-10 years to complete. The alternative involves over $110 million in deferred maintenance and additional necessary upgrades at the current facility. (KGW8)
The Oregon State Hospital will allow visitors again, but most will only be permitted no-contact visits. This comes after the facility closed in May following a patient’s suspected fentanyl overdose, allegedly smuggled by a visitor. Under new guidelines, visitors will be screened and separated by clear partitions from patients. Minors are not allowed during this initial phase. The hospital is implementing these measures to prevent contraband while addressing recent federal deficiencies and ensuring safety. Advocates argue that no-contact visits can negatively impact patients and their families. (Oregon Public Broadcast)
Oregon’s high-need schools will receive $11.5 million from the U.S. Department of Education next year, with a potential total of up to $57 million over five years, to enhance literacy instruction. This funding supports the Early Literacy Success Initiative, which was backed by a $120 million state investment in 2023. The funds will aid in teacher development, hiring reading specialists, and purchasing new curricula, with priority given to schools serving historically underserved students. Oregon's grant is the second largest among 23 states, following New Mexico. (Salem Reporter)
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🐦Salem Seekers September Event | Eola Ridge Park | Visitors to the park are encouraged to explore the grounds this month in search of hidden treasures. Beautiful, hand-blown glass birds have been placed throughout the park, and they are FREE to take home for lucky finders.
Thursday, September 12
🍻Mt Angel Oktoberfest | 5 N Garfield St., Mt Angel, OR 97362
🔎Clue on Stage | Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave NW | 7:30PM
💋Sexy Talk | Infinity Room | 8:00PM | 21+
🚢Shipwreck Saloon Cocktail Experience | 2572 19th St SE | 10:00PM - 11:30PM | 21+
Friday, September 13
🍻Mt Angel Oktoberfest | 5 N Garfield St., Mt Angel, OR 97362
🍳PODER’s Hispanic Heritage Month Breakfast & Summit | Salem Convention Center | 8:00AM - 4:00PM
😄Greeters Hosted by Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency | Miller's BBQ & Cafe, 4600 25th Ave NE | 8:30AM - 10:00AM
When the White House Comes to Oregon | Dye House, Willamette Heritage Center | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
🖼️Salem Art Fair & Festival Opening Night Celebration | Bush’s Pasture Park | 6:30PM
🥖All Ages Improv with Electric Baguette | Infinity Room | 7:00PM
🔎Clue on Stage | Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave NW | 7:30PM
🧘Yoga Nidra & Kirtan Music Meditation | Common People Yoga, 360 Liberty St SE | 7:30PM - 8:30PM | FREE
🐈⬛Oh No! A Friday the 13th Improv Show | Infinity Room | 9:30PM | 21+
🚢Shipwreck Saloon Cocktail Experience | 2572 19th St SE | 10:00PM - 11:30PM
Saturday, September 14
🍻Mt Angel Oktoberfest | 5 N Garfield St., Mt Angel, OR 97362
🚼Little Movers Explore and Play | Salem Public Library | 11:00AM - 11:45AM
🐕Read to a Pet for young readers | Salem Public Library | 1:00PM - 2:30PM
✍️Zine Workshop for teens | Salem Public Library | 2:30PM - 4:30PM
🧑🎨Salem Art Fair | Bush’s Pasture Park | 6:30PM
🌃Rhythm & Flow presents: Night Show | Infinity Room | 7:00PM
Night Show After Party | Infinity Room | 10:00PM | 21+
Sunday, September 15
🍻Mt Angel Oktoberfest | 5 N Garfield St., Mt Angel, OR 97362
🎨Salem Art Fair & Children’s Parade | Bush’s Pasture Park | 6:30PM
🍷🍺Willamette Valley Wine & Beer Festival | Riverfront Park Amphitheater | 10:00AM
😂Joke Lab | Infinity Room | 4:00PM | FREE
Tuesday, September 17
🚺Chamber Business Women | Bo & Vine, 3969 Commercial St SE | 11:45AM - 1:00PM
🤖Tinker Tech Tuesday for Kids | Salem Public Library | 4:30PM - 5:45PM
Wednesday, September 18
📖Preschool Storytime | Salem Public Library | 10:15 - 10:40AM
📚Infant/Toddler Storytime | Salem Public Library | 11:00AM - 11:20AM
FREE Naloxone Training | Salem Area Chamber of Commerce | 3:00PM - 4:30PM
Thursday, September 19
🐼Ribbon Cutting-Panda Express | Panda Express, 1292 Lancaster Drive Northeast | 9:00AM - 9:30AM
FREE Naloxone Training | Salem Area Chamber of Commerce | 3:00PM - 4:30PM
Government
Thursday, September 12
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board | City Operations Building, 1457 23rd St. SE | 1:00PM - 2:30PM
Board and Commissions Appointment Committee | City Manager's Office, Salem Civic Center, 555 Liberty St SE, Room 220 | 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Highland Neighborhood Association Meeting | North Neighbors Resource Center, 945 Columbia St NE | 6:00PM - 7:30PM
South Gateway Neighborhood Association Meeting | Baxter Community Hall, 1780 Baxter Rd SE | 6:30PM - 8:00PM
Friday, September 13
Legislative Committee | City Manager's Office, Salem Civic Center, 555 Liberty St SE, Room 220 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Monday, September 16
City Council Finance Committee Meeting | 555 Liberty Street SE, Room 230 | 3:30PM - 5:00PM
Tuesday, September 17
Planning Commission | Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, Room 240 | 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization Meeting | 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Northeast Neighbors Neighborhood Association Meeting | McRae Park | 6:30PM - 8:00PM ‘
North East Salem Community Association Meeting | 7:00PM - 8:30PM
Thursday, September 19
Solid Waste Committee Meeting | Online meeting | 12:00PM - 1:30PM
Historic Landmarks Commission | Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, Room 240 | 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Live Music and Dance |
Friday, September 13
⚾Mavericks, Music, and MORE | Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Stadium | 5:30PM - 10:00PM | FREE
🎶City of Salem Concerts in the Park | Riverfront Park Amphitheater | 6:00PM - 9:00PM
🎼2nd Friday Céilí | VFW Hall, 630 Hood St NE | 7:00PM
Saturday, September 14
🤘Punx in the Park | Marion Square Skate Park | 11:00AM - 6:00PM | FREE
🎸Dylan Santiago | West Hills Vineyards | 5:00PM - 7:00PM
🎙️Little River Band | The Historic Elsinore Theatre | 7:30PM - 9:30PM
🐡Kat Robinchaud’s Misfit Cabaret | Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre | 8:00PM - 10:00PM
Wednesday, September 18
🌧️Prince Again: A Tribute to Prince | The Historic Elsinore Theatre | 7:30PM
Sports |
Thursday, September 12
⚽Varsity Boys Soccer: West Salem Titans vs. Reynolds High School @ North High School | 7:00PM
⚽Varsity Boys Soccer: Salem Academy Crusaders vs. Taft High School @ Salem Academy | 6:00PM
🏐Varsity Girls Volleyball: North Salem vs. South Salem @ North Salem High School Main Gym | 6:30PM
⚽Varsity Boys Soccer: North Salem vs. Reynolds @ North Salem High School | 7:00PM
Friday, September 13
🏈Varsity Football: Salem Academy Crusaders vs. Nestucca High School
@ Salem Academy | 7:00PM
🏈Varsity Football: McKay High School vs. Lebanon @ McKay High School | 7:00PM
⚽College Men's Soccer: Willamette University Bearcats vs. UC Santa Cruz @ Willamette University Sparks Field | 8:00PM
Saturday, September 14
🏐Varsity Girls Volleyball: Salem Academy Crusader Classic Volleyball Tournament @ Salem Academy | 8:30PM
⚽College Women’s Soccer: Willamette University Bearcats vs. Cal Lutheran @ Willamette University Sparks Field | 12:00PM
🏐College Women’s Volleyball: Willamette University Alumni game @ Willamette University Sparks Henkle Gymnasium | 2:00PM
⚽College Men’s Soccer: Willamette University Bearcats vs. Calvin College @ Willamette University Sparks Field | 5:00PM
Sunday, September 15
🏃Willamette Valley Half Marathon & 10K | starts and finished in Riverfront Park | 8:30AM
Monday, September 16
🏌️McLaran Classic Golf Tournament | Illahe Hills Country Club | 7:30AM
Tuesday, September 17
⚽Varsity Girls Soccer: Blanchet School vs. Salem Academy Crusaders @ Blanchet School | 4:15PM
🏐Varsity Girls Volleyball: Salem Academy Crusaders vs. Western Christian @ Salem Academy | 5:30PM
🏐College Women’s Volleyball: Willamette University Bearcats vs. Lewis & Clark @ Willamette University Sparks Henkle Gymnasium | 7:00PM
⚽Varsity Girls Soccer: South Salem vs. St. Mary's Academy @ South Salem HS Bennett Field | 7:15PM
Wednesday, September 18
⚽College Men’s Soccer: Willamette University Bearcats vs Lewis & Clark Pioneers @ Willamette University Sparks Field | 5:00PM
⚽College Women’s Soccer: Willamette University Bearcats vs. Lewis & Clark Pioneers@ Willamette University Sparks Field | 7:45PM
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