12:00 am-12:00 am 01/31 - 07/01 - GENERAL
McNary High School Dance Team is proud to announce a, environmentally responsible community service designed to benefit our fundraising goals while helping to alleviate the problem of e-waste.Cut and past link to send us your old cell phones.http://www.wirelessfundraiser.com/signature.asp?lid=2271 Free Lynn V @503-508-6265 or thinkpinkbaby@gmail.com
Located at: See description for details
12:00 am-: pm 03/15 - 04/23 - GENERAL
Submit your pet's best photo to Willamette Humane Society's first onlin pet photo contest! Go to willamettehumane.org to get started. $1 per vote Kara Kuh
Located at: Willamette Humane Society, 4246 Turner Rd. SE, Salem
9:00 am-6:00 pm 03/06 - 03/31 - ARTS
An exhibit of original watercolors and prints. Many pieces feature animals in either realistic or caricature form. Free www.elsinoregallery.com
Located at: Elsinore Gallery, 142 High St. SE, Salem
10:00 am-5:00 pm 02/14 - 05/23 - ARTS
“Facing Statehood,” an interactive exhibit, lets visitors experience stories of the Kalapuya Native Peoples and the early settlers. Explore the controversial actions leading to Oregon statehood. Contribute your own hopes and dreams for Oregon’s future. $6.00 Adults; $5.00 Seniors (55 +); $3.00 Youth (6 - 12); Children under 6 – Free. info@missionmill.org
Located at: Mission Mill Museum, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem
10:00 am-3:00 pm 03/06 - 03/27 - GENERAL
Instructor: Donna Stor. Four Saturdays learning how to understand and work with a four harness loom. Basic weave structures are introduced. Each student will take on a project to complete. Pre-registration required by Wednesday, March 4.
Member $110, Non member $130. info@missionmill.org
Located at: Mission Mill Museum, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem
10:00 am-1:00 pm 01/30 - 03/28 - ARTS
Joe Feddersen is a nationally recognized Native American(Colville) artist who explores the dynamic interrelationships between urban place markers and indigenous landscapes through prints, woven baskets and blown glass vessels. $3, Senior and Students $2 503.370.6855, www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art/index.htm
Located at: Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University, 700 State St., Salem
10:00 am-11:00 am 03/16 - WORD
Short fiction and non-fiction read aloud for grown-ups to enjoy. "The Automat" by Edward O'Brien and "Why McDonald's Fries Taste So Good" by Eric Schlosser. Located in the Anderson B Room. Free and open to the public 503-588-6052 or www.salemlibrary.org
Located at: Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, 503-588-6052
10:00 am-5:00 pm 03/05 - 04/11 - ARTS
This is SAA’s annual exhibition celebrating the creativity of local youth. The exhibit features a selection of artwork created by kindergarten through twelfth grade students attending Salem-Keizer schools. Four opening receptions held 3/4-31. Free www.salemart.org
Located at: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., Salem
10:00 am-5:00 pm 03/05 - 05/02 - ARTS
White presents her body of work including encaustic paintings that breathe new life into found natural objects, and pastel drawings comprised of an explosion of shapes, shades and imagination. Reception, 3/5, 5-7pm. Free www.salemart.org
Located at: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., Salem
10:00 am-5:30 pm 03/02 - 04/03 - ARTS
Kristin Kuhns art references the vocabulary of both landscape depiction and domestic arts. The works are constructions of conversational fragments about home, land and nature. Reception, 3/3, 5-7pm. Free www.zeekgallery.com
Located at: Mary Lou Zeek Gallery, 335 State St. , Salem
10:00 am-4:00 pm 03/01 - 03/31 - ARTS
On display throughout the month is a variety of artwork created by students from McNary High School. Reception, 3/6, 4-7pm. Free www.keizerarts.org, 503.390.3010
Located at: Keizer Art Association, 980 Chemawa Rd, Keizer
10:00 am-5:00 pm 03/01 - 04/30 - ARTS
An exhibit displaying Hamilton's whimsical acrylic and canvas paintings. Pickerd's sculptures are also part of the show. Reception, 3/7, 2-4pm. Free www.lawrencegallery.net
Located at: Lawrence Gallery , 19700 SW Hwy 18, Sheridan
10:00 am-5:00 pm 03/01 - 04/30 - ARTS
This exhibit features Koch's watercolor paintings and Gerber's bronze works. Reception, 3/7, 2-4pm. Free www.lawrencegallery.net
Located at: Lawrence Gallery- Salishan, Shops at Salishan, 7755 Hwy 101 North, Gleneden Beach
10:30 am-: pm 01/16 - 05/29 - WELLNESS
Fitness for Mind, Body, & Spirit
Belly Dance with Galadriel
This beautiful, gentle dance will help you with body alignment, balance and self-esteem.
Guaranteed to build strength and toning.
A creative form of self-expression that works for all ages, body types and fitness levels.
first class free/$40 a month due in 2nd class Sherry Calahan, 503-378-7875 or middlearth0@comcast.net
Located at: Middlearth Productions Studio, 155 Liberty St NE, Salem
10:30 am-11:30 am 03/16 - GENERAL
Penny and her musical puppets return to entertain our youngest patrons and their parents with a 45 min. interactive concert in place of our regularly scheduled Preschool Storytime. Held in Loucks Auditorium. Free 503.588.6088, www.salemlibrary.org
Located at: Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, 503-588-6052
10:30 am-11:30 pm 02/22 - 03/24 - WELLNESS
Learn how to keep your heart strong with whole body conditioning classes appropriate for any age or fitness level. Includes focus on balance and proper body alignment. Mondays and Wednesdays. $50. Advance registration is required. $50. Advance registration required. http://salemhealth.org/chec, 503-814-CHEC (2432)
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem
: pm-4:00 pm 03/05 - 03/31 - ARTS
The Silverton Arts Association hosts an exhibit of Rebecca Marie Jaynes latest series of acrylic paintings. The show includes some retrospective paintings of food and faces as well as photographs taken along the Silverton Road to Salem. Reception, 3/5, 6-9pm.
Free Silverton Arts Association
Located at: Borland Gallery, 303 Coolidge St., Silverton
: pm- 03/16 - GENERAL
Director of Bands Brian Griffiths and some Corban jazz musicians discuss the development and dimensions of jazz, as well as its value to classical musicians. Held in the Palm Annex. Free www.corban.edu
Located at: Corban College, 5000 Deer Park SE, Salem
1:30 pm-2:30 pm 02/22 - 04/01 - WELLNESS
Promotes total body wellness for people suffering from loss of strength due to illness, surgery or medication side-effects. Advance registration required. $50 for ten sessions 503.814.CHEC (2432) or salemhealth.org/chec
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem
3:00 pm-4:00 pm 02/16 - 04/08 - WELLNESS
Helping seniors age 65 and older improve balance and prevent falls. Eight-week program held on Tuesday and Thursday. Participants must be living independently in the community, not currently using a walker, and have not had more than two falls in the last six months. Advance reg. required. $48 for 16 sessions. Advance registration required. http://salemhealth.org/chec, 503-814-CHEC (2432)
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem
4:00 pm-5:30 pm 03/10 - 03/17 - GREEN
Jon Mayer with OSU Extension delights kids with the science of what makes bugs unique and important to our ecosystem. Weather permitting, kids have a chance to see what bugs they can collect during the class. Free www.fselc.org.
Located at: Straub Environmental Learning Center, 1320 A Street NE in Salem (next to Olinger Pool, near North Salem High)., Salem
6:00 pm-8:00 pm 01/13 - 03/17 - WELLNESS
A 10-week program, for children ages 8 to 15 years old and their families, teaches lifestyle behaviors that help children achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Taught by a registered dietitian and exercise specialist. Advance registration is required. $150 for 10-week program. 503.814.2432, www.salemhealth.org/chec
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem
6:00 pm-7:00 pm 03/01 - 04/12 - WELLNESS
Brain Agility Program: Keep a healthy and youthful brain with a unique program to enhance your brain’s ability to remember, stay focused, be aware, and be alert. Learn daily mental exercises to continue challenging your brain as it improves. $35 for seven classes. Advance registration is required. $35 for seven classes. Advance registration is required. 503-814-CHEC (2432 )
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem
6:30 pm-8:00 pm 12/29 - 12/28 - WELLNESS
This beautiful, gentle dance will help you with body alignment, balance and self-esteem.
Guaranteed to build strength and toning.
A creative form of self-expression that works for all ages, body types and fitness levels.
first class free/$40 a month due in 2nd class Sherry Calahan, 503-378-7875 or middlearth0@comcast.net
Located at: Middlearth Productions Studio, 155 Liberty St NE, Salem
6:30 pm- 03/16 - WORD
Scovell's sci-fi thriller "Prison Earth" raises the question: What if
Earth were really a penal colony, with the souls of convicted aliens
running around in humanoid bodies? Free www.teapartybookshop.com
Located at: Tea Party Bookshop, 420 Ferry St SE, Salem, 503-990-6471
7:00 pm- 03/16 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(blues) Free 503.874.2500
Located at: Fireside Lounge, 895 W. Main St. , Silverton
7:00 pm-9:00 pm 03/05 - 03/31 - ARTS
This show opens with Theresa Sharrar's new works, inspired by her love of the forest. Reception, 3/5, 7-9pm.
503.873.7734, www.lunariagallery.com
Located at: Lunaria Gallery, 113 N. Water St., Silverton
7:30 pm- 03/05 - 03/27 - STAGE
This play by Arthur Miller examines with compassion, humor, and rare insight into the relationship of two long-estranged brothers who meet after sixteen years to dispose of their late father’s belongings. Sunday matinees held at 2pm. $17 www.pentacletheatre.org, 503.485.4300
Located at: Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW, Salem
7:30 pm- 03/12 - 04/03 - STAGE
Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want,
until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down
and leaves the couple drifting apart. "Rabbit Hole" charts their search for comfort in the darkest of places. Sunday matinees are held at 3pm. $13/$11 www.gallerytheater.org
Located at: Gallery Theater, 210 N Ford St., McMinnville
8:00 pm- 03/05 - 03/20 - STAGE
The aging Gibbs sisters are bound by a rare brand of family intimacy that doesn't necessarily include their husbands. When Ida's perpetually engaged son, Homer, brings his lady friend Myrtle home, perhaps intending to finally pop the question, the whole family gets in on the "will he/won't he?" act. $11/$8 www.albanycivic.org
Located at: Albany civic Theatre, 111 First Ave. SW, Albany
8:00 pm- 03/04 - 03/27 - STAGE
Matt Blackman's directs this production about a philandering dentist who tries to keep his many affairs at bay by claiming to be married with children. When the ruse threatens to catch up with him, he drafts his prickly nurse to pose a his "wife". $10 adults, $9 seniors and students www.theatrewest.com
Located at: Theatre West of Lincoln City, 3536 SE Highway 101, Lincoln City, 541.994.5663