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The Albany Public Library and Red Canoe Credit Union are partnering for the annual “Fill the Canoe School Supply Drive.”

(ALBANY, Ore. ) - The Community Health Centers and the Oregon State University College of Pharmacy will be launching pharmacy services at the Health Centers with a grand opening event in Corvallis.

Albany Parks and Recreation Department will show “Rio 2” at 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 15, for Family Movie Night at Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Avenue SE.

Two Oregon Lighthouses to Offer Rare After Hours Tours

Both tours celebrate the colorful local history of these grand constructs, providing an unique opportunity to experience them up close.

(NEWPORT, Ore. ) - The two lighthouses that call Newport, Oregon home, will feature rare after-hours tours in August.

The first happens August 7, part of National Lighthouse Day, spotlighting the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse. The first happens August 7, part of National Lighthouse Day, spotlighting the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse. The second happens on August 20 at the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, in honor of the landmark's 141st birthday.

Family Fest at Riverfront Park a Huge Success

Maybe the most anticipated part of the festival was the landing at 11:00 a.m. of a REACH medical helicopter out of Corvallis.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - On Saturday, thousands of families took part in the 5th annual Family Building Blocks Family Fest at Salem's Riverfront Park.

Children and their parents learned about such things as why it is important to keep trash and other debris out of city sewer lines, and the effect those things can have on fish swimming in area waterways.

Football BBQ with the Beavers Set for Aug. 8

Have lunch with coach Riley, Benny Beaver, the OSU cheerleaders and Oregon State band.

(CORVALLIS, Ore. ) - The first week of practice for the 2014 season will nearly be complete when you get your chance to speak to head coach Mike Riley at the annual BBQ With The Beavs Fri., Aug. 8 at 1:00 p.m. at the Reser Stadium concourse.

It’s the first preseason event of the year with the season opener just a few short weeks away on Aug. 30 vs. Portland State.

Salem`s Riverfront Park Playing Host to Family Fest

The event is free to the public.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Family Building Blocks is holding it's 5th annual Riverfront Family Fest on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Salem's Riverfront Park.

Activities include: dancing, music, raffles, crafts, tasty treats, helicopter landings, fire trucks and much more. Kids and parents can learn about water safety, health and hygiene, healthy eating, sports safety, fire safety and bus safety.

Oregon State Fair Discounted Tickets on Sale Saturday

Save now on carnival rides at Portland Perks and participating Walgreens stores.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - A family day at the Oregon State Fair is a better value than ever in 2014.

Adult admission is reduced to $8, down from $11 last year, and includes limited first come admission to daily headlining concerts in the L.B. Day Amphitheater.

Fishermen`s Bend Celebrating 50th Anniversary

Activities include the Annual Water Fight at the Cottonwoods Ball Field.

(MILL CITY, Ore. ) - Fisherman's Bend Recreation Site east of Salem, and two miles west of Mill City, is celebrating 50 years of providing family friendly camping to generations of campers this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

BE AWARE! Salem Streets Start to Close Tuesday Night for Salem Hoopla

All streets are expected to be reopened by Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - The City of Salem Public Works Department wants you to Be Aware! that some city streets will begin closing Tuesday night through Sunday for the Oregon National Guard Salem Hoopla 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament.

Drivers should avoid these areas or anticipate long delays due to congestion as organizers are expecting 800 teams and 700 volunteers to participate this year.

Western Oregon Football Golf Tournament Aug. 18 in Salem

All proceeds from the tournament benefit the WOU Football Association to go towards scholarships and program enhancements.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - The Western Oregon University football team is having its 10th annual golf tournament at the Salem Golf Club on Aug. 18.

Costs for those interested in participating in the event are $125 for singles and $400 for foursomes. Sponsorships are also available.

Ducks Lacrosse Announces Fall Camp

Campers will be divided into groups based on skill level.

(EUGENE, Ore. ) - Oregon Lacrosse’s 2014 Fall Camp will take place on August 23 at Marymoor Park in Redmond, Wash., head coach Jen Beck announced this week.

Girls entering grades 6-12 are eligible for the camp, which will be instructed by the Ducks’ coaching staff and student-athletes.