Wanted your old cell phones for fundraiser
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
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Wildlife Month
8:00 am-1:00 pm  02/01 - 02/28 - GENERAL
Information and hands-on activities each Saturday on various wildlife topics. Free 503.623.6605, http://salempublicmarket.com
Located at: Salem Public Market, 1240 Rural Ave SE, Salem

Brain Agility Program
9:00 am-10:00 am  01/05 - 02/16 - WELLNESS
This seven-week program, designed by a psychologist, aims to help participants keep a healthy and youthful brain, enhances the brain's ability to remember, stay focused, be aware and be alert. $35 503.814.2432, www.salemhealth.org/chec
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem

Facing Statehood
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

"Dialogical"
10:00 am-5:00 pm  01/15 - 02/28 - ARTS
An experimental collaborative project that explores how artists and writers respond to similar issues in the creative world. Writers paired with artists engage in a dialogue that illuminates, engages, and develops understanding of different issues, ideas and topics. Free 503.581.2228
Located at: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., Salem

David Trowbridge
10:00 am-5:00 pm  01/15 - 02/28 - ARTS
Exhibited in Focus Gallery is work by Portland artist David Trowbridge. He translates what he finds in nature into abstract paintings. Nature remains a constant and obvious influence but his focus may become color, texture, rhythm, mark, or a relationship that exists between these elements. Free 503.581.2228
Located at: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., Salem

John Franklin Koenig: "Works on Paper"
10:00 am-5:00 pm  01/09 - 03/07 - ARTS
A small exhibition of prints by John Franklin Koenig, an American painter and printmaker who lived and worked in Paris during most of his career. $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and students, free for children under 12, free for everyone on Tuesdays 503.370.6855
Located at: Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University, 700 State St., Salem

"Vital Signs"
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

Discovery Room Opening
10:00 am-  01/12 - 03/14 - GENERAL
A new interactive, educational display for children titled "Tales You Can Count On: Math through Fairy Tales." 503.588.6088, www.salemlibrary.org
Located at: Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, 503-588-6052

Jennifer Diehl
10:00 am-  01/01 - 02/28 - ARTS
An exhibition of her oil paintings made in a Russian impressionist tradition. Reception, 1/10, 2-4pm. Free www.lawrencegallery.net
Located at: Lawrence Gallery , 19700 SW Hwy 18, Sheridan

Sean O'Grady
10:00 am-  01/01 - 02/28 - ARTS
Showing in the first exhibition of the new year are O'Grady's acrylic paintings. Free www.lawrencegallery.net
Located at: Lawrence Gallery- Salishan, Shops at Salishan, 7755 Hwy 101 North, Gleneden Beach

"The Journey"
10:00 am-6:00 pm  02/01 - 02/28 - ARTS
Ann Altman and Ann Fleming have combined creative forces in their new bodies of work. Altman's highly textured acrylic paintings examine the human condition. Flemming's bronze works examine myths and metaphors, colorful hero's, and noble actions. Reception, 2/5, 7-9pm. Free 503.475.1399
Located at: Lunaria Gallery, 113 N. Water St., Silverton

100 Artists Show
10:00 am-  02/02 - 02/28 - ARTS
Each piece starts with a tin can. The public is able to bid on their favorite artwork. Free www.marylouzeekgallery.com
Located at: Mary Lou Zeek Gallery, 335 State St. , Salem

Beginning Belly Dance Class
10:30 am-: pm  01/02 - 12/18 - 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

Beginning Belly Dance Class
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

Tot Tales class
11:00 am-: pm  01/12 - 02/09 - GENERAL
Activities, crafts and songs bring favorite children’s books to life for kids ages 3-5. Registration required. $30 member / $42 nonmember 503.371.3631 or www.acgilbert.org
Located at: AC Gilbert Discovery Village, 116 Marion St Ne, Salem

Powerful Tools for Caregivers
1:00 pm-3:30 pm  01/21 - 02/25 - WELLNESS
Six-week course provides caregivers with the skills and confidence needed to better care for themselves while caring for loved ones with a chronic illness such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, disabilities cause by stroke, or similar long-term conditions. Includes a copy of The Caregiver Helpbook. Thursdays. Free; $25 donation suggested to cover cost of book. Advance registration required. 503-814-CHEC (2432) or salemhealth.org/chec
Located at: Salem Hospital, Community Health Education Center, 939 Oak St. SE, bldg. D, Salem

Class: Abstract Painting
2:00 pm-5:00 pm  01/30 - 03/06 - ARTS
Composition, color theory, abstract images in acrylic or oil. A 6 week course. www.cynthiaherron.com $120.00 503-363-9040
Located at: Herron Studio, 5545 Skyline Rd. S., Salem

Grief Suppoort Group
2:00 pm-3:30 pm  01/13 - 02/17 - GENERAL
Members of the public are invited to this six week session led by professional counselors. Free 503.588.3600
Located at: Willamette Valley Hospice, 1015 3rd St. NW, Salem

Art and Photography Show
4:00 pm-  01/15 - 03/02 - ARTS
The creative graphic art and photography from Barry Morris is on display. Free Dee Brown
Located at: Brown's Towne Lounge, 189 Liberty St., NE Suite 112, Salem, 503.391.9977

On Stage Class
4:00 pm-5:00 pm  01/14 - 02/18 - GENERAL
Learn theater games to improve creativity, imagination, concentration and performance skills in this drama class for ages 6-10. Registration required. $36 member/$50 nonmember 503.371.3631 or www.acgilbert.org
Located at: AC Gilbert Discovery Village, 116 Marion St Ne, Salem

“Healthy ‘n Fit: Nutrition program for families to combat childhood obesity
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

Business Information Session from MERIT
6:00 pm-9:00 pm  02/08 - GENERAL
Attend a free information session to learn how MERIT can help you start a business. MERIT offers business classes, advising, scholarships for advanced training, and assistance with marketing and finding sources of funding. MERIT classes are free to income qualified participants. free! 503-399-5088, http://merit.chemeketa.edu
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Beginning Belly Dance Class
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

"The Fantasticks"
7:30 pm-  01/29 - 02/20 - STAGE
A presentation of the longest-running production in the world. This play combines breathtaking poetry and subtle theatrical sophistication that transcends cultural barriers. The result is a timeless fable of love that is both nostalgic and universal. Sunday matinees are held at 3pm. $13/$11 www.gallerytheater.org
Located at: Gallery Theater, 210 N Ford St., McMinnville

"You Can't Take It With You"
7:30 pm-9:30 pm  01/22 - 02/13 - STAGE
This play is a comedy that depicts the delightfully eccentric and crazy Sycamore family and their humorous encounter with the conservative, uptight Kirby family when their children become engaged and the families meet for the first time. $18/weekends & $17 week nights 503.485.4300 or tickets@pentacletheatre.org
Located at: Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW, Salem

"Beauty and the Beast"
8:00 pm-  01/22 - 02/13 - STAGE
Director Barbara Osterholm presents the story of a prince transformed into a beast after he turns away an enchantress disguised as a beggar woman who seeks shelter on a cold night. The only way to break the spell is to learn to love another by the time the last petal falls from an enchanted rose. $11/$8 albanycivic.org
Located at: Albany civic Theatre, 111 First Ave. SW, Albany