Salem-News.com News Feed for articles tagged with events www.salem-news.com 2010 The inaugural Newport Celtic Festival & Highland Games presented by Toby Murry Toyota on June 10-11-12 will feature two unique events in addition to the traditional Highland Games contests of skill and strength. Both contests are intended to become traditions at the annual festival and will feature a $100 cash prize to the winners. http://salem-news.com/articles/may052011/newport-celtic-festival.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may052011/newport-celtic-festival.php Thu, 05 May 2011 18:32:00 PDT The 16th Annual Garden Tour and Plant Sale benefiting A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village will be held Friday, June 3 and Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. This year’s tour will feature eight beautiful gardens in the heart of the Willamette Valley in Keizer, Oregon. http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/annual-garden-tour.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/annual-garden-tour.php Tue, 03 May 2011 20:48:00 PDT Nine groups of youth will be honored on May 4 at the state capital for their project proposals to Oregon Youth in Action (OYIA). The projects range from creating a one-mile fitness trail in Salem to starting a vegetable garden at a youth correctional facility. http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/healthy-living-awards.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/healthy-living-awards.php Tue, 03 May 2011 19:55:00 PDT Help stamp out hunger! It's easy. Simply place nonperishable food donations by your mailbox on the morning of Saturday, May 14, for the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) Food Drive. This is the one day of the year that all Americans have the opportunity - with the help of letter carriers - to easily donate food to help needy families in their community. http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/stamp-out-hunger.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/stamp-out-hunger.php Tue, 03 May 2011 18:56:00 PDT The sixth annual Albany Teen Art Show is on display at Albany City Hall through May, and a public reception to honor the work of 125 Albany-area teens will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011. The reception will be in the Great Hall at City Hall, 333 Broadalbin St. SW., and is open to the public, artists and their friends and family. http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/albany-teen-art-show.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/albany-teen-art-show.php Tue, 03 May 2011 18:19:00 PDT Oregon State University is pleased to announce that it will host the Fifth Annual Willamette Volleyball on May 6-8. The event will be capped by an exhibition match between Oregon State and Western Washington on Saturday, May 7, at 7:30 p.m. in legendary Gill Coliseum. Admission is free to the event and fans can pick up the 2011 spring poster for autographs post-match. http://salem-news.com/articles/may022011/willamette-volleyball-classic.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may022011/willamette-volleyball-classic.php Mon, 02 May 2011 20:17:00 PDT To promote awareness, regular exams and the importance of early detection, Salem Cancer Institute at Salem Hospital is offering a free head and neck cancer screening to the community on Saturday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. http://salem-news.com/articles/may022011/salem-cancer-institute.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may022011/salem-cancer-institute.php Mon, 02 May 2011 19:15:00 PDT May is National Historic Preservation Month and for Oregon communities throughout the state it's an opportunity to reflect on significant historic sites and buildings that help tell the stories of our past as well as to recognize contributions that individuals and organizations have made to local preservation projects. http://salem-news.com/articles/may022011/national-historic-preservation.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may022011/national-historic-preservation.php Mon, 02 May 2011 18:58:00 PDT Many of us know Mel Blanc as the voice of Bugs Bunny, Pepe Le Pew, Barney Rubble, and countless other cartoon characters. But who is he really? Did you know that he grew up in Portland? Did you know the original spelling of his name was Blank? Did you know that he was the first voice artist in Hollywood to receive screen credit? http://salem-news.com/articles/april262011/mel-blanc.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april262011/mel-blanc.php Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:38:00 PDT Volunteers from Comcast, Sodexo and the general public will be gardening, food repackaging, doing maintenance and advocating for Marion-Polk Food Share programs on April 30. More volunteers are welcome to participate in the huge work party. http://salem-news.com/articles/april212011/marion-polk-foodshare.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april212011/marion-polk-foodshare.php Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:23:00 PDT Marion County Fire District #1 Clear Lake Station 6 is hosting an Open House and Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday. The Clear Lake Station Open House will take place from 12:00 - 3:00 pm at Station 6 located at 8005 Wheatland Rd N. This is a free event open to the public and includes a tour of the fire station, and tours of the fire trucks and ambulance. Children's activities will be offered and refreshments will be provided. http://salem-news.com/articles/april192011/saturday-easter-egg.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april192011/saturday-easter-egg.php Tue, 19 Apr 2011 18:09:00 PDT The US Forest Service and various partners are seeking volunteers to participate in a project aimed at improving habitat for wildlife. Organizers hope to attract up to 75 volunteers to assist with various tasks including the removal of noxious weeds, fertilization, pruning, and litter collection. http://salem-news.com/articles/april182011/volunteers-habitat-restoration.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april182011/volunteers-habitat-restoration.php Mon, 18 Apr 2011 18:45:00 PDT The Albany Community Pool (ACP) is offering a School's Out Swim on Thursday, April 21, and Friday, April 22, 2011 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE. The 1-meter and 3-meter diving boards, rope swing, and basketball hoops will be available. http://salem-news.com/articles/april182011/albany-community-pool.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april182011/albany-community-pool.php Mon, 18 Apr 2011 18:15:00 PDT Approximately 400 people young and old will lace up their walking shoes in Salem on April 30th giving hope that every baby will have a healthy start. They're walking and raising money to support March of Dimes funded research and programs to help moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies. http://salem-news.com/articles/april162011/salem-lacing-up.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april162011/salem-lacing-up.php Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:53:00 PDT Albany Parks & Recreation and Public Works/Environmental Services are partnering to offer two classes this spring to help Albany residents save money, save water, and create healthier landscaping at home. http://salem-news.com/articles/april152011/albany-parks-events.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april152011/albany-parks-events.php Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:15:00 PDT In conjunction with Linfield College Mom’s Weekend, downtown McMinnville businesses are offering great mom's specials, exclusive previews, trunk shows and drawings. The McMinnville Downtown Association would like to thank you for shopping downtown by giving you a chance to win a $50 Downtown Gift Certificate. http://salem-news.com/articles/april152011/mcminnville-spring-fling.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april152011/mcminnville-spring-fling.php Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:11:00 PDT May is National Historic Preservation Month and for Oregon communities throughout the state it’s an opportunity to reflect on significant historic sites and buildings that help tell the stories of our past as well as to recognize contributions that individuals and organizations have made to local preservation projects. http://salem-news.com/articles/april132011/preservation-month.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april132011/preservation-month.php Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:44:00 PDT The Oregon Coast Aquarium will celebrate Earth Day with a Farmers Market, offering activities, sustainable art and information about green living and healthy choices. The event, 10 am to 5 pm Saturday, April 23, is free after regular Aquarium admission. http://salem-news.com/articles/april122011/oregon-aquarium-earth-day.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april122011/oregon-aquarium-earth-day.php Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:54:00 PDT The Second Annual Law & Disorder Conference takes place at Portland State University: Smith Memorial Building Friday. http://salem-news.com/articles/april112011/law-disoder.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april112011/law-disoder.php Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:39:00 PDT Saturday marks the opening reception of a remarkable Linfield Gallery exhibit featuring portraits and words of former Abu Ghraib detainees. The portraits are charged with emotion, politically provocative, and in light of current events in the Middle East, incredibly relevant. http://salem-news.com/articles/march292011/abu-ghraib.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march292011/abu-ghraib.php Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:26:00 PDT An Oregon family tradition continues through December 23rd at the state Capitol. Choirs from schools throughout Oregon are appearing in the Rotunda, where the acoustics are especially unique for the unforgettable performances. http://salem-news.com/articles/december122010/oregon-capitol_choirs_bk.php http://salem-news.com/articles/december122010/oregon-capitol_choirs_bk.php Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:22:00 PST George Fox University’s annual Christmas concert, “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear!,” returns to campus Friday through Sunday, Dec. 10-12. All performances will be held in Bauman Auditorium on the university’s Newberg campus. http://salem-news.com/articles/november222010/gfu-christmas-concert.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november222010/gfu-christmas-concert.php Mon, 22 Nov 2010 19:57:00 PST Thanksgiving week includes events at the Salem Public Library, and open mic and poetry night at the Cafe Noir and the Annual Santa’s Parade in Downtown McMinnville http://salem-news.com/articles/november212010/thanksgiving-calendar.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november212010/thanksgiving-calendar.php Sun, 21 Nov 2010 15:46:00 PST The Zigzag District of the Mount Hood National Forest announces upcoming activities. As the snow begins to fall on Mount Hood it is a great opportunity to spend some time outdoors and enjoy YOUR National Forest. The Zigzag Ranger District Interpretation & Conservation Education Program will again provide tours of Historic Timberline Lodge, guided hikes/snowshoe tours out of Government Camp and Trillium Lake, and the Ski With A Ranger Program at Timberline Lodge Ski Area. http://salem-news.com/articles/november212010/zigzag-events.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november212010/zigzag-events.php Sun, 21 Nov 2010 10:00:00 PST George Fox University’s engineering degree program will host its annual engine competition early next month, when freshmen students showcase the projects they have built as part of their engineering major. The university’s seventh annual “Wobble-Off” competition is scheduled from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Ron Gregory Atrium in the Edwards-Holman Science Center on the school’s Newberg, Ore., campus. http://salem-news.com/articles/november202010/gfu-engineering-event.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november202010/gfu-engineering-event.php Sat, 20 Nov 2010 17:28:00 PST It's that magical time of year at the Willamette Heritage Center at The Mill, as we celebrate our 11th annual Magic at the Mill with thousands of twinkling holiday lights and entertainment for all. This year you can even visit the North Pole with NEW dancing lights! And Santa will be on site each evening to visit with all boys and girls in his own NEW brightly lit Santa's workshop, decorated by Danner & Soli. http://salem-news.com/articles/november202010/whc-holiday-lights.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november202010/whc-holiday-lights.php Sat, 20 Nov 2010 12:20:00 PST Hunger doesn't choose sides. But, when it comes to the Civil War Food Battle, you can choose sides. In fact, the Oregon Food Bank Network encourages you to do so. Duck fans and Beaver fans will compete in the Civil War Food Battle to see who can generate the most donations for their regional food banks. Through a special partnership with the Oregon Food Bank Network, the University of Oregon and Oregon State University, Oregonians can battle hunger together – Civil War style. http://salem-news.com/articles/november182010/civil-war-food-drive.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november182010/civil-war-food-drive.php Thu, 18 Nov 2010 21:09:00 PST Hidden Gems: A Mid-Valley Heritage Invitational Extravaganza! gives 19 Mid-Valley heritage, cultural and history museums and organizations the opportunity to bring their most unique, interesting and/or important treasures together in one show! http://salem-news.com/articles/november162010/willamette-hidden-gems.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november162010/willamette-hidden-gems.php Tue, 16 Nov 2010 21:35:00 PST For over 30 years, thousands of people including hundreds of children, have come to the House of Zion Emergency Shelter. The need for food and clothing is especially great during this winter season. Donations from community members and businesses are urgently needed as holiday preparations begin. http://salem-news.com/articles/november152010/christmas-event-donations.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november152010/christmas-event-donations.php Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:39:00 PST Members of Columbia Composite Squadron invite the public to sponsor remembrance wreaths for placement on the graves of veterans in December, to honor those who served our country as well as current military members. http://salem-news.com/articles/november142010/cap-wreath-laying.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november142010/cap-wreath-laying.php Sun, 14 Nov 2010 21:46:00 PST