Wanted your old cell phones for fundraiser
12:00 am-12:00 am  01/31 - 07/01 - GENERAL
The McNary High School Dance Team is collecting cellphones as an environmentally responsible community service fundraiser, helping to alleviate the problem of e-waste. Cut and past link to send your old cell phones.http://www.wirelessfundraiser.com/signature.asp?lid=2271 Free Lynn V @503-508-6265 or thinkpinkbaby@gmail.com
Located at: Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy 101, Lincoln City

Paul Marche (Fredrick Brainstorm) Show
5:00 am-11:30 pm  11/01 - 11/30 - ARTS
Surreal, modern artist Paul Marche is showing originals and prints of his painting work. Reception, 11/7 at 8pm with musical guests All In Perspective and Jake Duncan. Free www.ilovecafenoir.com
Located at: Cafe Noir, 610 Marion St. NE, 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

LEGO® Mindstorms Robotics
10:00 am-11:30 am  10/03 - 12/05 - GENERAL
Using engineering concepts, teamwork and real working robots, youths ages 6 and up learn to think like scientists. $49 member / $60 nonmember 503-371-3631
Located at: AC Gilbert Discovery Village, 116 Marion St Ne, Salem

Ancient Mosaics: Selections from the Richard Brockway Collection
10:00 am-5:00 pm  09/26 - 12/23 - ARTS
This exhibition features five mosaic fragments from Roman Syria that date from the 3rd to the 6th centuries CE. $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

Empty Bowls Sale
10:00 am-8:00 pm  11/21 - 12/18 - ARTS
Area potters have created over 1,000 empty bowls to benefit Marion-Polk Food Share. This is a chance to buy a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift and show care about hunger. Come early because these beautiful bowls go quickly. Free 503.365.3911, www.willametteartcenter.com
Located at: Willamette Art Center on the State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St. NE, Salem

Beginning Spinning
10:00 am-4:00 pm  11/21 - GENERAL
Learn to spin wool yarn. Details about fleeces and fibers, different techniques, and equipment of spinning is taught. Upon completion of this workshop, students are able to spin a continuous strand of wool yarn. Member: $60; Non-member: $55; Material Fee: $15 503.585.7012, www.missionmill.org
Located at: Mission Mill Museum, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem

“Peace and Plenty”
10:00 am-6:00 pm  11/01 - 11/30 - ARTS
An exhibition of Delana Bettoli's detailed narrative paintings of clever animals with a particular emphasis on vineyards and Rachael A. Warren-Allen's colorful animal paintings that explore themes of the season such as family, safety, love, and gathering. Reception, 11/6 7-9pm. Free 503.873.7732
Located at: Lunaria Gallery, 113 N. Water St., Silverton

"Alone, Yours to Keep"
10:00 am-5:00 pm  11/03 - 11/28 - ARTS
An exhibit featuring the works of artists Carolyn Garcia and Lynne Whipple. Garcia's drawn illustrations and Whipple's mixed media collages constructed in a poetic style are on display. Free www.zeekgallery.com
Located at: Mary Lou Zeek Gallery, 335 State St. , Salem

Loud Bones: The Jewelry of Nancy Worden
10:00 am-5:00 pm  11/21 - 01/17 - ARTS
A 35-year retrospective exhibition for Nancy Worden, an internationally recognized Seattle artist who creates narrative jewelry that describes milestones, celebrations, personal history and rites of passage in the artist's life. $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

Beginning Acting
10:30 am-: pm  10/31 - 12/05 - STAGE
A seminar presented by Salem Repertory Theatre. Students learn from Virginia Belt, an SRT performer and a member of Willamette University’s theatre faculty, the actor’s process for creating a role based on the Stanislavski “Method,” as well as how to audition and build a résumé. No class on Nov. 28. $150 503.978.0124, www.salemrep.org
Located at: Reed Opera House, 189 Liberty NE, Salem

Redhawk Winery
11:00 am-5:00 pm  11/21 - 11/29 - WINE
Join us for five days of wine, food and music. Included is wine & barrel tasting, live music, BBQ tri-tip, grilled sausage, Betty's famous butternut squash soup, pate's & more. New releases: 2008 Dolcetto, Gamay Noir, & Syrah. Special pricing on many wines. $10 Betty Pataccoli
Located at: Redhawk Winery, 2995 Michigan City Ave NW, Salem, 503.362.1596

Salem Art Association's Holiday Showcase
11:00 am-2:00 pm  11/07 - 12/31 - ARTS
Featuring work by more than 80 artists, the holiday showcase is home to Salem’s largest selection of handmade ornaments and cards; elegant, artful jewelry; fun and functional home décor; handmade toys; scarves, handbags and other wearable textiles; and artwork in a variety of media. Free 503.581.2228
Located at: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., Salem

Pre-Thanksgiving Open House
11:00 am-6:00 pm  11/21 - 11/22 - WINE
Come partake in an intimate experience and personal one on one with the winemaking staff, while enjoying gourmet hors d'oeuvres from Wallaby's Catering. $5 admission, includes a free Reidel wine glass 503.588.9463 or 800.344.9463
Located at: Willamette Valley Vineyards, 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, (800) 344-9463

Zimbabwe Artists Project
11:00 am-2:00 pm  11/07 - 12/31 - ARTS
An exhibit of work that supports the creativity and economic sustainability of the women of rural Weya in Eastern Zimbabwe. The display includes board painting, appliqué, fabric painting and embroidery work created by the women artists, many of whom are single heads of households. Free 503.581.2228
Located at: Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St., Salem

Holiday Exhibit
11:30 am-2:00 pm  11/06 - 12/31 - ARTS
A display of Dale Drager's landscape paintings. The Corvallis based artist uses contrasting color to depict Oregon scenery in her acrylic paintings. Free Rebecca Maitland 503.391.4481 or Roger Yost 503.884.7333
Located at: Alessandro's Ristorante & Galleria, 120 Commercial Street NE, Salem, 503.370.9951, www.allesandros.net

Bush House Museum Free Tuesday Tours
1:00 pm-4:00 pm  10/06 - 12/15 - GENERAL
The Bush House Museum will hold Free Tuesday Tours now through December 15, 2009. Free tours for groups of 10 or less will begin on the hour at 1, 2, and 3 pm. Free 503-363-4714
Located at: Bush House Museum, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem

Champagne/Sparkling Wine Tasting
3:00 pm-5:00 pm  11/21 - WINE
The final in a series of champagne tasting events this month. Featured at this edition is Cava from Spain, Prosecco from Italy and sparkling wines from Oregon, California and beyond. Also included are light appetizers and a souvenir Riedel Champagne flute. $20 503.399.9463 or grandvines@gmail.com
Located at: Grand Vines, 195 High St. NE, Salem, 503.399.9463, www.grandvines.com

Drum Clinic
4:00 pm-6:00 pm  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
Drum Clinic with Derico Watson (drummer for Victor Wooton) $10 Rod @ 503-362-8708
Located at: Weathers’ Music, 2825 Commercial St SE, Salem

Cuban Style Salsa Lessons
5:00 pm-  11/21 - GENERAL
The lesson is one hour long, taught by Mz. Jitterbug at the Cubanisimo Vineyards Tasting Room. $15 per person, which includes a wine tasting or a glass of wine. 503.588.1763, www.cubanisimovineyards.com
Located at: Cubanisimo Vineyard, 1754 Best Rd. NS, Salem, 503.588.1763

Cascade FFA Alumni Oral Auction & Dinner
5:00 pm-9:00 pm  11/21 - GENERAL
The silent auction kicks off the event from 5-7pm, with a dinner to follow at 5:45pm, followed by an oral auction at 7:30pm. The buffet dinner includes pork loin, tri-tip beef with all the trimmings, beverages,& dessert. Only cash or checks are accepted for auction items. $15 before 11/16, $20 thereafter 503.930.5550
Located at: Cascade High School, 10226 Marion RD SE, Turner

Guided Meditation by Appointment
5:30 pm-7:00 pm  07/21 - 12/24 - WELLNESS
Practice meditation for silence and stillness. This meditation is presented by Tad Stuck, who has nearly 30 years of experience. $5.00 JoAnne Kohler, www.teapartybookshop.com
Located at: Tea Party Bookshop, 420 Ferry St SE, Salem, 503-990-6471

"That's So Geek!"
7:00 pm-  07/02 - 12/18 - STAGE
An evening of improv comedy for the whole family. Built around a five member comedy troupe, requires some audience participation. "That's so Geek" comes to the Grand Theatre every first and third Thursday. $8 503.362.9185, www.grandballroom.info
Located at: Grand Ballroom, 187 High ST NE, Salem

Salem Big Band
7:00 pm-9:00 pm  08/03 - 12/28 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(jazz and swing) Free 503.585.1400; www.home.comcast.net/~salembigb/
Located at: Walery's, 1555 Edgewater, Salem, (503) 362-6858

Conscious Dating for Women, "Finding a Partner Perfect For You"
7:00 pm-9:00 pm  09/21 - 12/14 - WELLNESS
This 12 week class is designed to put solid structure to a person’s search for their mate by learning self-discovery/dating readiness skills. You'll have group support as you are guided through transformational exercises and dialogue. Facilitated by Susan Feinstein, Singles Relationship Coach $289 includes 2 workbooks Call Susan for more information (503) 569-9709
Located at: See description for details

Randy Byrnes
7:00 pm-  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(keyboard) Free
Located at: Grand Vines, 195 High St. NE, Salem, 503.399.9463, www.grandvines.com

Kathryn Claire
7:00 pm-  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(Irish) Free
Located at: Hotel Oregon, 310 NE Evans St., McMinnville

Redwood Son
7:00 pm-  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(Americana/roots) Free
Located at: McMenamins Grand Lodge, 3505 Pacific Ave, Forest Grove

Eric Lovre, Kalaloch, Umpka
7:00 pm-  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(rock/pop) Free
Located at: The Space, 1132 NE Broadway, Salem

Expressive Dance
7:30 pm-9:00 pm  07/02 - 12/28 - GENERAL
A free style dance experience to great music. Dance the way your body wants to, without choreography or judgment. No experience needed, just a willingness to move and be moved. $5, $3 for students 503.850.3432, www.myspace.com/expressivedance
Located at: Riverfront Dance, 241 State St, Salem

"Reckless"
7:30 pm-  11/13 - 12/05 - STAGE
A quirky, holiday comedy explores many years of a woman's life on the run until she must come to terms with what her life -and Christmas- really mean. Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. $18 for weekends/$17 for week nights 503.485.4300 x22, www.pentacletheatre.org
Located at: Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW, Salem

Misty River
7:30 pm-  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(acoustic Americana) $15 advance, $17 at the door www.grandballroom.info
Located at: Grand Theatre, 187 High Street, Salem

"Eurydice"
7:30 pm-  11/12 - 11/21 - STAGE
Sarah Ruhl re-imagines the classic myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice must journey to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her lost love. $10 general, $8 students & seniors www.chemeketa.edu
Located at: chemeketa Community College, Bldg 6, 4000 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem

Stanton's Garage
7:30 pm-10:00 pm  11/12 - 11/21 - STAGE
Western Oregon University’s theatre and dance department presents Joan Ackerman’s touching comedy about life and love. $ 7.00-$12.00 David Janoviak
Located at: Western Oregon University, Theater, 345 N. Monmouth Ave., McMinnville

Conjugal Visitors
9:00 pm-  11/21 - MUSIC / NIGHTLIFE
(bluegrass/jazz) Free
Located at: Boon's Treasury, 888 Liberty St. N.E., Salem, 503.399.9062, www.mcmenamins.com