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The Insider’s Guide to

EIGHTH EDITION I 2017

Everything you need to know

to make Salem, Oregon

your new HOMETOWN

David and Dewey WhittonThe Salem Real Estate Group, Inc.6444 Fairway Ave. SESalem, OR 97306

May, 2016

Dear Friend,

Congratulations on your decision to consider making Salem, Oregon your next hometown! Whether you’re just beginning the process or are already preparing for moving day, we want to help make your move as smooth as possible.

We’ve lived in Salem for over 20 years and we love helping our clients discover the beauty and excitement of our city. That’s why we created The Insider’s Guide to Salem, Oregon—to help you learn everything there is to know about Salem’s neighborhoods, resources, business community, recreational opportunities and more. The first edition, published in 2009, received rave reviews so we’ve now updated it with lots more information. Even long-time residents are sure to discover things they never knew about this fascinating city.

In The Insider’s Guide, you’ll find descriptions of activities and resources of interest to various groups of people including young families, business owners and outdoor enthusiasts, among others. We’ve included a wide-ranging directory of Salem-area businesses and other resources, complete with short descriptions and contact information. We hope this will be useful as you decide which neighborhoods interest you and then again as you settle into your new home.

If we can assist you in any way, either as you look for a new home or at any other point in the relocation process, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are – and always will be – here for you!

Sincerely,

David & Dewey WhittonPrincipal Brokers/ OwnersThe Salem Real Estate Group, Inc.

P.S. The Insider’s Guide is our best attempt to create a useful, informative resource about Salem area businesses, resources and entertainment. Naturally, this isn’t an exhaustive listing of everything there is to do in Salem. Rather, it is intended as a guide to help new residents find their footing. If you notice an error, or if you would like to see another business, organization or location included in this publication, please send an email to David@SalemRealEstateGroup.com, or give us a call at (503) 949-3623. We will do our best to include your suggestion in the next edition of The Insider’s Guide to Salem, Oregon. We hope to hear from you soon!

David Whitton Dewey Whitton

Table of ConTenTs

SALEM: PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE .....................................1

Salem’s Past .............................1Salem’s Present ........................1Salem’s Future .........................2Excerpts from the State of City Speech, February 15, 2017 ......3The Mid-Willamette Valley Is a Great Place to Live, Work and Play ..........................................4

SALEM’S GEOGRAPHY AND WEATHER ..................................5

AT A GLANCE: 25 THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND SALEM...........6

FAMILY FUN FOR YOUNG FAMILIES AND THE YOUNG AT HEART .......................................7

FOR EXPLORERS AND ADVENTURERS ..........................8

To the North ............................8To the South ............................8To the East ..............................8To the West .............................9

FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRITS AND THE BUSINESS-MINDED ..10

FOR WINE ENTHUSIASTS ........12Wine Shops ............................ 12Wineries & Vineyards ............. 13

CRAFT BEER LOVERS ...............14Breweries ............................... 14Tap Houses and Growler Stations .................... 14

FAIRS, FESTIVALS, AND OTHER EVENTS .......................16

ENTERTAINMENT ....................21Theater .................................. 21Cinema .................................. 21Comedy Shows ...................... 22Concerts ................................ 22Escape Rooms ....................... 22

DINING ....................................23American Cuisine ................... 23Asian Cuisine ......................... 25Bakeries ................................. 25Bars & Pubs ........................... 26Coffee Shops ......................... 26Continental Cuisine................ 27Italian Cuisine ........................ 27Mexican Cuisine ..................... 27Northwest Cuisine ................. 28Food Carts ............................. 28

SHOPPING CENTERS ...............29

PARKS & GARDENS .................30City Parks ............................... 30Indoor Play Areas ................... 32Salem-Area Gardens .............. 34Community Gardens .............. 34

PETS ........................................35Dog Parks and Trails .............. 35Dog Training & Obedience .... 36Horse Farm Boarding Stables . 36Horseback Riding ................... 37Pet Adoption Services ........... 37Pet Boarding & Daycare ......... 38Pet Grooming ....................... 38Veterinarians .......................... 39

GOLF COURSES .......................40

SWIMMING POOLS ..................42

SPORTS TEAMS .......................43

EDUCATION ............................44K-12 Schools ......................... 44Preschools ............................. 45Childcare ............................... 46Institutions of Higher Learning & Vocational Schools ................. 46

CHARITABLE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS .....................49

MUSEUMS ...............................52

LIBRARIES ................................55

LOCAL MEDIA .........................56Newspapers ........................... 56Television ............................... 56Radio ..................................... 56

NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS ................................................57

INDEPENDENT LIVING RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES ...59

MEDICAL FACILITIES ...............60Clinics .................................... 60Hospitals ................................ 60Urgent Care ........................... 60

TRANSPORTATION ...................61Airports ................................. 61Shuttle to Portland International Airport ................................... 61Ferries ................................... 61Trains & Buses ........................ 61Taxi Companies ...................... 62

LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS ...............63

Bed and Breakfast Inns .......... 63Furnished & Executive Suites . 63Hotels and Motels .................. 64RV Parks and Camping ........... 65

Salem is derived from the Semitic

word for “peace.”

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salem: PasT, PresenT & fuTure

As long as we’re intro-ducing new geographic terms, let’s take a moment to make sure you’re able to pronounce things like a native Oregonian. People from outside the Pacific Northwest are easily identified as soon as they say “OR-uh-gone” or “Will-a-MET,” but you can spare yourself from potential embarrassment by practicing these words:

• Oregon (OR-y-gun)• Willamette (Wil-AM-it): “It’s

Willamette, damn-it!”• Chemeketa (Chu-MEH-ki-tuh)

Salem became the capital of the Oregon Territory in 1852. It was offi-cially incorporated as a city in 1857 and became the state’s capital when Oregon achieved statehood in 1859.

Agriculture has always been an important part of Salem’s economy. In particular, cherry growers used to be a mainstay of the community and the city is sometimes referred to as the “Cherry City,” even though the economy has since diversified into other sectors.

Salem’s Present

Modern-day Salem has more than 161,000 residents, while the pop-ulation of the larger metropolitan area approaches 391,000. Salem is Oregon’s third-largest city, trailing Portland and Eugene. The city covers just less than 50 square miles and straddles Marion and Polk counties.

It is also the county seat for Marion County. State government is the city’s largest employer, followed by the Salem Hospital. The city is also an important center for the region’s agricultural and food-processing activities.

Salem’s residents enjoy a relatively low cost of living and the median family income was around $49,508 in 2015. They also appreciate the fact that most home-to-work com-mutes take only about 20 minutes. Shoppers also enjoy free customer parking in one of the 3 city parking structures or in one of the 4 city parking lots in the downtown-shop-ping district. The city also provides 3 hours free on street parking. Several Electric Vehicle Parking areas are provided as well. http://www.cityofsalem.net/Parking

According to the Willamette Valley Multiple Listing Service as of the end of March, 2016, the average residential sales price for homes in Salem was just a little over $225,000 – significantly less than those of oth-

er metropolitan areas in the Pacific Northwest. As in the rest of the

nation, the continued upturn in the housing market has re-sulted in positive home value appreciation in the Salem/ Keizer residential real estate

Salem’s Past

Salem is located in Oregon’s beautiful mid-Willamette Valley. The area was originally inhabited by the Kalapuya Native Americans, who called the area Chemeketa, which means “resting place.”

The first people of European descent arrived around 1812, and were primarily trappers and food traders. Between 1840 and 1841, missionar-ies built a grist and saw mill that was often left idle due to the low water flow in the body of water that was eventually called Mill Creek, now Salem’s best-known creek, originat-ing in the hills on the south edge of Silver Falls State Park.

In 1843, an overland migration ar-rived via the Oregon Trail to settle in the Willamette Valley. The origins of the city’s modern-day name, Salem, are unclear, but the word itself is derived from the Semitic word for “peace.”

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purchases for precisely that reason. Oregon’s income tax rate varies depending on the taxpayer’s income and filing status. State property taxes are used to support the police, fire protection, education and other services and vary based on location and the value of the home.

Salem’s Future

Looking to the future, economists and demographers forecast con-tinued population and economic growth throughout the Pacific Northwest, as populations migrate toward areas such as Salem which

offer high quality of life and rich water resources. In the short

term, the city of Salem has ambitious plans to improve

its downtown, with many development projects

for office space and upscale condomini-

ums in the pipeline. As they did last year, improving economic conditions and stronger hous-ing markets throughout 2016 should have a posi-tive revenue impact in the upcoming fiscal year. All indica-tions show that Salem will continue to grow and thrive as an important center for cul-

ture, education, government and

small business.

An innovative collaboration

between the State of Oregon and the

City of Salem, The Mill Creek Corporate

Center project is a master-planned, development-ready industrial site in southeast Salem, located along Kuebler Boulevard. With sites zoned for manufacturing, warehouses and offices, and convenient access to Interstate 5 and Highway 22, the Center is projected to generate $400M in private investments and create more than 5,000 new jobs over the next 15-20 years. As part of its agreement with the city and state, in 2011 Mill Creek designated over 70 acres of wetlands as a storm-wa-ter detention, enhancement and recreational area to be used by the adjacent businesses.

The North Gateway Advisory Board continues planning for eco-nomic development opportunities and new jobs in North Salem. Recommendations include: rolling out new financial incentives to moti-vate development, provide business outreach and technical assistance to businesses, build affordable housing and provide streetscape improve-ments along N. Portland Road. Two projects stand out as potential cata-lysts for improving the Portland Road Corridor: 1) a Public Market, “Farm-to-Table” Food Incubator, Food Hub and 2) to support development of industrial flex space and/or mixed-use development. Successful implementation of this plan will require the collective and coordinated investments of many individu-als and orga-niza-tions.

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market. There is a general consensus that residential real estate values will continue to increase at a sustainable rate through 2016 with the hottest segment of the market being homes priced around $250,000.

Financially, one of the many advan-tages of moving to Oregon is that

there is no sales tax. People from neighboring

states often come to Oregon

to make major

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Excerpts from the State of City Speech, February 15, 2017

Economic development in Salem has been a strong public/private partnership. We work hard to make sure the investment the city, state, and private sector make is effectively aimed at our goals for Salem.

We have focused heavily on existing businesses and their stability and ex-pansion. At the same time, we can’t overlook infrastructure - roads, water and sewer. We must also look to the future with a solid understanding of the needs we face as an economic center such as upgrading the elec-trical distribution system in parts of the city and making sure we have a well-designed and placed broadband system.

A huge part of our infrastructure challenges for both economic devel-opment and anticipated residential growth is going to be transportation. We must plan now for another round of investment in our streets, bridges and sidewalks. We are going to see a greater demand for transit services. I have begun meeting with represen-tatives of the Salem Keizer Cherriots system and have mapped out a plan to take action to improve our short-fall. I have also asked city council to take another look at bringing ride sharing services to Salem.

Salem faces a housing shortage. I will work with the city and council to pass an ordinance allowing Accessory Dwelling Units. We will need to revisit the house sharing ordinances and determine if there is a way for Airbnb and other online house sharing programs to operate in Salem successfully. The most vexing problem the city faces has been housing the homeless. The Housing Authority has come up with a program to help the most difficult people in our community to house. It includes: initiating a Homeless Rental Assistance Program, develop a data file on every homeless person in Salem to better serve their needs,

and to provide case management services in health, mental health, addiction services and life skills. Using pursued state and local funding, another goal is to open a sobering center.

This year I want the urban develop-ment department to complete or launch a number of other projects to continue making downtown a destination:

• complete the two-waying of State Street from Riverfront Park to Willamette University

• work on a Farmer’s Market on the north side of the courthouse Square including a year round covered facility

• complete 90 housing unitsOver the next year we are going to seize this opportunity of a strong economy and create jobs, build housing, expand businesses, com-plete the bridge EIS, find homes for the homeless, deliver a balanced city budget, improve our streets, begin work on a new police station and see the completion of the Minto Brown Island Bridge and so much more.

Chuck Bennett

It is a time of tremendous oppor-tunity in Salem. Our economy is experiencing notable growth. There are 4,000 more jobs than last year and less than 5% unemployment. There has been a 25% increase in land use applications. And PacTrust announced a new industrial develop-ment project planned for Mill Creek Industrial site that will include 500k square feet of new industrial space in six buildings. There is another 100k square foot structure being built next to the new Oregon State Police building as well. This kind of eco-nomic activity is being experienced throughout the community including growth in every sector – agriculture, industrial, office and multi-family units. Salem’s artistic and cultural side is in a renaissance with the addi-tion of new live theaters, restaurants, music venues and a number of new

visual arts opportunities. We have added substantial

park acreage to our system and with the

completion of the Peter Courtney

Minto Island Bridge there will be over 20 miles of con-tinuous walking and bik-ing trails creating one of the larg-

est urban parks in the

country.

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The Mid-Willamette Valley Is a Great Place to Live, Work and Play

Chad Freeman

For nearly 30 years, SEDCOR, the Strategic Economic Development Corporation, has been proud to work with our public and private partners to provide resources to enhance and diversify the economy of the Mid-Willamette Valley region. This work has included the expansion of local companies as well as new companies who have chosen our region to site their business.

Corporate giants such as SANYO Solar of Salem, LLC, Garmin AT, T-Mobile, IBM and many others have chosen to locate in Salem with new manufacturing, food processing and service facilities. FedEx and the Home Depot Rapid Deployment Center have opened new buildings at Mill Creek Corporate Center, employing close to 350. The businesses that are expanding or relocating here create new jobs and

capital investments that benefit our region. Jobs drive every sector of our economy and over the past few years, 2,300 jobs have been added and developed and over $150 million dollars have been spent on new facil-ities and capital expenditures.

Our educated workforce and cost competitive environment, combined with our location and our unequalled quality of life truly make this region a wonderful place to live and work.

President, SEDCORwww.sedcor.com

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salem’s GeoGraPhy and WeaTherThe average annual temperature is 52°F. Salem and the rest of the Willamette Valley are characterized by rainfall averaging 40 inches per year. There is rain in the late fall and winter, but almost no rain between late June and early September. Overcast days are not uncommon, but the weather is highly dynamic and the rain keeps the surrounding area beautifully green.

Winter temperatures will be a couple of degrees above normal, on aver-age, with the coldest periods in early to mid-December, late December, and mid- to late January. Rainfall will be below normal, while snowfall will be near normal. The snowiest periods will occur in early to mid-De-cember and mid- to late January. The stormiest periods will come in early

alem lies in the mid-Willamette Valley, halfway between the equator and the North Pole. (In fact,

if you keep your eye on the median divider of Interstate 5 as you drive through Salem, you will see a sign noting the exact midpoint location.) The city is surrounded by hills, with Waldo Hills in the east, Eola Hills in the west, and Salem Hills in the south. There are some canyons in southern and western Salem. Elevation within the city ranges between 120 and 800 feet. On a clear day, the coastal mountain range and parts of the Oregon Cascades become visible, including Mount Saint Helens, Mount Hood, Mount Adams and Mount Jefferson.

The Salem area is rich in water re-sources and is crisscrossed with many rivers and streams. The Willamette River flows directly through Salem, but most of the city’s drinking water comes from the North Santiam River watershed. Some of the city’s more prominent streams include Mill Creek, the Mill Race, Pringle Creek and Shelton Ditch.

Sto mid-January, late January, and mid-February.

Visitors often comment on the number of trees in Salem and the surrounding area. Salem was the first city in Oregon to receive the “Tree City USA” award from the National Arbor Day Foundation. Many of the city’s trees are flowering cherry trees, in keeping with the “Cherry City” nickname.

Many of the city’s trees are

flowering cherry trees, in keeping with the “Cherry City” nickname.

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aT a GlanCe: 25 ThinGs To do in and around salem

• Shop for fresh fruits & vegetables, fresh flowers and arts & crafts at the Saturday Market (April-October) (page 19).

• Go on a bike ride, run or walk your dog at Minto-Brown Island Park (page 31).

• Tour vineyards and taste fine wines at local wineries (pages 12-13).

• Go to the coast – it’s just an hour away (page 8)!

• Enjoy the rides at the Enchanted Forest amusement park (summer only) (page 7).

• Take in a live performance at one of Salem’s four theaters (page 321).

• Learn about Marion County’s rich history at the Mission Mill Museum (page 54).

• Get an inexpensive massage at the Oregon School of Massage (page 47).

• Learn how to produce a television show at CCTV (page 56).

• Attend a meeting of a local neighborhood association (page 57).

• Enjoy a round of golf with friends on one of Salem’s many golf courses (page 40).

• Indulge your sweet tooth with the incomparable cakes at the Konditorei bakery (page 25).

• Take in a game at Magoo’s Sports Bar & Grill (page 26).

• Cheer on the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes at a minor league baseball game (page 43).

• Find some great bargains while browsing the Woodburn Company Stores outlet mall, (page 29).

• Learn how to ride a horse at the Century Farm Equestrian Center (page 37).

• Adopt a pet at the Humane Society of Willamette Valley (page 37).

• Take in a comedy show at the Pentacle Theater (page 21).

• Discover music at Willamette University (page 62).

• Take a tour of the Capitol – see the Golden Pioneer (page 18).

For more ideas, read the Community Connection Newsletter published by the City of Salem. It includes information about city parks, recreational programs, and more. The archives are available online at http://www.cityofsalem.net/ - click on Community Connection.

If you prefer to let someone else do the planning, you might want to con-tact Travel Salem, which has already done the hard work for you:

• Pre-planned routes have been designed for visitors interested in agriculture, family activities, gardens, history, nature, shopping and wineries.

• “Reel to real virtual experiences” allow website visitors to view recorded videos that preview the best sights and sounds of Salem.

• Individuals can rent GPS units pre-programmed with Salem-area tours designed for culture-seekers, gourmands, family voyagers, naturalists and relaxers.

Additional information is available at Travel Salem:

181 High St. NE Salem, Oregon 97301(503) 581-4325 or (800) 874-7012www.travelsalem.com

here are so many fun and interesting things to do in and around Salem that sometimes it’s

hard to know where to start! Here are 25 activities that will help you become more familiar with your new hometown.

• Visit the Carousel (page 31) in the Riverfront Park.

• Ride the Willamette Queen (page 31).

• Visit the A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village (page 52).

• Stroll through the Rose Garden at Bush’s Pasture Park (page 30), or visit the Oregon Garden (page 34).

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family fun for younG families and The younG aT hearT

alem is a great place to raise a family. We should know – we raised two children here and we

can’t imagine a better place for them to have grown up. Salem is just the right mix of urban and rural. Locals enjoy access to many of the cultural and educational opportunities that are found in larger, more urban areas, without many of the dangers and expenses associated with living in those areas. Salem’s rural roots also ensure that children grow up with a healthy understanding of our natural environment and the role of agriculture in Oregon’s economy.

The Salem-Keizer 24J School District has 67 schools, including four charter schools that cater to students’ individual needs. See www.salkeiz.k12.or.us/content/schools for information about individual schools. Beginning on page 46, you’ll find contact information for childcare, preschools, and institutions of higher education.There are many activities for children to enjoy in Salem and the surrounding area. A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village (page 52) is a hands-on children’s museum that organizes special events throughout the year. The Northern Lights Theater Pub (page 21) brings dining and movies together, with early shows that offer family-friendly movies and kid-friendly food. The Salem Public Library (page 55) has a Summer Reading Club with competitions and prizes to encourage children and teens to read.

Young children also enjoy visiting nearby Enchanted Forest (www.enchantedforest.com), which lies just south of Salem in Turner. This is an enchanting theme park with a

storybook lane, a western town, a haunted house, a European village, a log flume, a roller coaster, a summer theater, food, shops and more! (summer only)

Salem has many outdoor parks (see Parks & Gardens page 30) with playground equipment and spray fountains for young children. Riverfront Park is a good place to take the kids, since it is home to Salem’s Riverfront Carousel (www.salemcarousel.org), where children can ride the beautiful painted horses throughout the year. Just outside of the building, Riverfront Park features Eco Earth, which is a large globe created out of tile icons made by local artists and students to reflect the world’s diversity on land and water. And the NW Kids Club (page 32), Kroc Center (see page 32), and Broadway Coffeehouse (page 26) are good options for entertaining kids on cold, rainy days.

For children who like to get their hands dirty, the Oregon Garden recently launched a Junior Gardeners’ Club that has monthly workshops for kids to learn about gardening, the outdoors, health and fitness, arts and crafts, community awareness and more. There is also Create A Memory Pottery Studio (http://createamemory.org), Salem’s first paint your own pottery studio, where creativity is endless.

Conveniently located off of I-5 is Salem Indoor Soccer

Center. You will find something for the whole family, from their renowned SoccerTots classes to their Adult Leagues, Salem Indoor Soccer is the place to play.

Older children enjoy spending the afternoon at the Marion Square Park (page 31), which has Salem’s only skate bowl for skateboarders and roller skaters. www.cityofsalem.net/Residents/Parks/Pages/default.aspx

Family fun also runs through the holidays where families can visit numerous pumpkin patches (page 18) (www.pumpkinpatchesandmore.org/ORpsalem.php) and enjoy the wonderful autumn season. There is also the Keizer 5K Turkey Dash (page 25) on Thanksgiving Day and the Festival of Lights Holiday Parade (page 25), a nighttime illuminated holiday parade that evokes community spirit and allows families, friends and business in the community to attend and celebrate their holiday season.

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for exPlorers and advenTurersne of the best things about Salem is its central location. It is literally just an hour from the coastal

beaches, the Cascade Mountains, Portland and Eugene. Salem is a great base for day trips into many other parts of Oregon. In particular, Oregon is well-known for its many outdoor recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, skiing, mountain biking, cycling, rock climbing, kayaking, hunting, fishing and boating. You’ll find many hiking, jogging and biking trails throughout Salem and the larger Willamette Valley. Many forests and parks are just a few hours’ drive from Salem. Whether you prefer the coast or the mountains, skiing or kayaking, you’re sure to find unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation in Salem and the surrounding area.

Covering all the things to do in the Willamette Valley is beyond the scope of The Insider’s Guide. You might want to start by learning about Oregon’s state parks at www.oregon-stateparks.org. We also recommend picking up a local guidebook and/or a trail guidebook at any local book-

store. Here are a few of our favorite destinations

for day trips from Salem.

To the North

The town of St. Paul is about 22 miles north of Salem and home to the annual St. Paul Rodeo (page 28), among other events.

Champoeg State Heritage Area, immediately north of Salem, lies on the banks of the Willamette River and has many trails, recreation areas, historic buildings, picnic areas and campsites.

Willamette Mission State Park, approximately eight miles north of Salem, is located on the site of a former mission established for Native Americans in 1834. The modern-day park attracts boaters and anglers to Mission Lake and the Willamette River. Large parts of the park are cov-ered by filbert and walnut orchards, as well as other trees, and the park is home to the nation’s biggest black cottonwood tree. There are also grassy meadow areas. The park of-fers eight miles of trails, native flora and fauna, picnic facilities, restrooms and barbecue grills.

Oregon’s largest city, Portland, is about 50 miles north of Salem on Interstate 5. It offers everything you would expect from a large metropol-itan area, including a thriving night-life, cultural events, sports events, an international airport, a large business district and more. Following Interstate 5 further north brings you to Vancouver and eventually Seattle, Washington.

To the South

The 2,796-acre Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge lies just 16 miles south of Salem along the I-5 Corridor, in the town of Jefferson. With trails and boardwalks wan-dering through a forest of oak and ash trees, it offers many wildlife

observation areas and interpretive exhibits.

Albany, some 26 miles south of Salem, has a great summer concert series. A little further southwest you’ll find the city of Corvallis, which is home to Oregon State University. As a college town, it offers many activities and events throughout the year, as well as some fantastic recreation opportunities.

Oregon’s second-largest city, Eugene, lies about 70 miles south of Salem on Interstate 5. It is home to the University of Oregon and, like Portland, offers many cultural and sports events that are within a 70-minute drive for most Salem residents.

To the East

The town of Silverton lies almost di-rectly east of Salem and hosts events throughout the year. Silverton’s Oregon Garden (see page 34) is always worth a visit. Next door you’ll find Oregon’s only Frank Lloyd Wright building, the Gordon House. The town of Mount Angel, about 18 miles east of Salem and slightly to the north, is home to the Benedictine Mount Angel Abbey, as well as many charming shops. It’s also home to Oktoberfest (page 18) each fall.

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beautiful waterfalls ranging from 27 to 177 feet in height.

Further east in the Western Cascades and the High Cascades lie Mount Hood National Forest, the Willamette National Forest, and the Deschutes National Forest. During the winter months, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing are all popular activities. Hiking and mountain biking are popular in these areas during the summer months.

To the West

The city of Monmouth, about 17 miles southwest of Salem, is the home of Western Oregon University.

Spirit Mountain Casino, about 31 miles west of Salem, offers events, entertainment, gaming, and lodging, as well as an impressive all-you-can-eat buffet.

The 2,558-acre Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge lies 12 miles west of Salem on Highway 22, in Dallas. Patient visitors can observe several threatened and endan-gered species from the meandering trails and observation areas.

The Pacific Ocean and coastal beach-es are liter-ally just one hour from Salem. Upon reaching the coast, you have easy access to any number of coastal

cities. We recommend visiting Tillamook, Pacific City, Lincoln City and Newport, which are all within a few hours’ drive of Salem. They beckon tourists with beautiful scen-ery, tidal pools, sand dunes, fresh seafood and tours of the Tillamook Cheese Factory.

The coastal mountain range that you must pass over to reach the coast is crisscrossed with many hiking trails through old-growth rainforests.

Detroit Lake State

Recreation Area, about 50 miles

east of Salem, is the gateway to beautiful Detroit Lake in the Cascade Mountains. The 400-foot-deep lake was created in 1953 when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed the Detroit Dam project. The lake is over nine miles long with more than 32 miles of shoreline. This is the spot for all types of water sports: fishing, boating, swimming, water skiing and personal watercraft. The park also has a large campground bordering the lake, along with two swimming areas, playgrounds, a wildlife viewing area, a visitor center with historical exhibits and a store.

Silver Falls Park is the largest state park in Oregon. The park lies just 26 miles east of Salem and offers more than 25 miles of hiking trails and 14 miles of horse trails. The eight-mile Canyon Trail, also known as the Trail of Ten Falls, takes hikers past ten

One of the best things

about Salem is its central

location.

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for enTrePreneurial sPiriTs and The business-minded

alem has a thriving, tightly networked business community. The city’s largest employer is

the State of Oregon and its largest private employer is the Salem Hospital (page 60). Other major employers in the area include Spirit Mountain Casino, the T-Mobile Calling Center, Kettle Chips, GE Security, Wells Fargo

Advisors & Securities, NORPAC Foods, Roth’s Family Markets, Garmin, Don Pancho Authentic Mexican Foods and Willamette University (page 48). In late 2009, Sanyo Solar of Oregon started manufacturing silicon components of solar cells in Salem. Nearly two hundred workers are now employed at the $80 million plant in Salem, which is a leader in renewable energy solutions.

The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is one of Oregon’s largest chambers of commerce. It has more than 1,250 business and individual members and 12 staff members who are committed to ad-vocating for business interests while stimulating local business growth and prosperity. The Chamber’s fall golf tournament sells out quickly and is not to be missed.

Approximately 175 entrepreneurs attend the Chamber’s weekly “greet-er” sessions for networking and refreshments. The Forum Speaker Series Luncheon, held on the second Monday of each month, offers an-other great networking opportunity, and other seminars provide valuable information about ways to start or expand your business. The Chamber of Commerce also sponsors Chamber Business Women, which is a networking, education and support

group for professional women and women entrepreneurs, as well as the Salem Area Young Professionals, which helps people younger than 40 years old connect with local businesses, community leaders and each other.

You can learn more about Salem-area businesses by visiting the Chamber of Commerce at 1110 Commercial Street NE, calling (503) 581-1466, or going to http://www.salem-chamber.org/

In addition, the Statesman-Journal (page 56) features local businesses in a weekly column in its Sunday Inside Business section, called Made in the Mid-Willamette Valley.

Salem-area businesses also benefit from access to the professors and students at Willamette University’s Atkinson Graduate School of Management (page 48). The MBA program has many project-based classes where students work in teams on specific projects to help local businesses and nonprofit organizations. In addition, the school hosts many visiting lecturers who may be of interest to local business owners. For more information, visit www.willamette.edu/agsm or call (503) 370-6167.

Here are some other business-relat-ed resources that may interest you as you consider business opportunities in Salem:

• Building Opportunities for Oregon Small Business Today (BOOST) Fund – Administered by the Oregon Business Development Department, this program improves access to working capital to promote job growth and job retention. Small businesses can apply for these loans and grants by visiting www.oregon4biz.com.

• Oregon Business Association – OBA provides bipartisan, statewide business leadership that strives to ensure Oregon’s continued economic competitiveness. More than 300 Oregon businesses have joined to support OBA’s commitment to a healthy economy for all Oregonians. www.oba-online.org

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• The Salem Oregon Conference Center is a first-class facility with more than 30,000 sq. ft. of versatile meeting space. Fourteen different rooms can be configured for any combination of convention, banquet, tradeshow, or classroom activity and many business-related events are held here throughout the year. www.salemconferencecenter.org

• SEDCOR – Strategic Economic Development Corporation is a private, non-profit membership organization and the lead economic development agency for Marion and Polk Counties. Comprising more than 500 business and community leaders, its mission is to enhance and diversify the economy of the Mid-Willamette Valley. www.sedcor.com

• The Small Business Development Center in the Center for Business & Industry at Chemeketa Community College (page 46) offers a wide range of programs designed to help improve management skills and the profitability of small businesses. www.chemek.cc.or.us/aboutus/locations/ted/sbdc.html

• West Salem Business Association – Established in 1975, WSBA promotes the West Salem business community and works closely with other Salem groups to improve livability and the business climate in West Salem. www.wsba-westsalem.

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for Wine enThusiasTshe mid-Willamette Valley has a moderate climate (page 5) that is ideal for growing grapes and even

better for making wine. It is Oregon’s leading wine-producing region and is home to almost 70% of the state’s wineries. Most wine connoisseurs recognize the Willamette Valley as the world’s premier area for Pinot Noir.

With more than 200 wineries in the mid-Willamette Valley, there are many places for oenophiles to visit in the greater Salem area. We can’t cover them all, but we’ve listed a few of our favorites below. In addition, there is a great website that provides information about wineries through-out the Willamette Valley and links to their respective websites: www.willamettewines.com.

Willamette Valley Vineyards recently opened the Willamette Valley Vineyards Wine Center, located in historic downtown McMinnville, about 25 miles north of Salem. Concierge staff members help

visitors plan their visit with wine tour route suggestions, local tour and tasting reservations, and dining and lodging recommendations. Visitors can enjoy complimentary, reserve and comparative wine tasting as they explore the center’s displays. For more information, call (800) 344-9463.

Most Salem-area wineries have tast-ing rooms where you can sample a variety of local wines before deciding which bottle – or case – you’d like to buy. Many of the vineyards also host special events, such as brunches, book signings, live music, tours and more. Check out our list of fairs and festivals (page 16) to find infor-mation about a few of the popular annual events that focus on wine.

Between wine tastings, you can also sample the award-winning cheeses in the tasting room at the Willamette Valley Cheese Company in Salem at 8105 Wallace Rd. NW, (503) 399-9806, www.wvcheeseco.com.

Local travel magazines and websites frequently highlight winery tours, usually by car, but sometimes by bicycle. Enjoying fine local wines is a way of life in Salem and the surrounding area – and we certainly can’t complain about that. Cheers!

Wine Shops

When you’re looking for the perfect bottle of wine, but don’t have time to drive to a winery, check out one of these fine wine shops in Salem:

Santiam Wine Company 1555 12th Street SE Suite 130Salem, OR 97302(503) 589-0775www.santiamwine.com

Barrel & Keg Bottle Shop & Tap Room1190 Broadview St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 584-1147http://www.barrelandkeg.com/

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Wineries & Vineyards

Airlie Winery 15305 Dunn Forest RdMonmouth, OR 97361(503) 838-6013www.airliewinery.com

Ankeny Vineyard Winery 2565 Riverside Dr SSalem, OR 97306(503) 378-1498www.AnkenyVineyard.com

Cherry Hill Winery 7867 Crowley RdRickreall, OR 97371(503) 623-7867www.cherryhillwinery.com

Cubanisimo Vineyards 1754 Best Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 588-1763 www.CubanisimoVineyards.com

Domaine Margelle20159 Hazelnut Ridge RdScotts Mills, OR 97375(503) 873-0692www.DomaineMargelle.com

Emerson Vineyards 11665 Airlie RdMonmouth, OR 97361(503) 838-0944www.emersonvineyards.com

Eola Hills Wine Cellars 501 S Pacific Hwy 99WRickreall, OR 97371(503) 623-2405(800) 291-6730 www.eolahillswinery.com

Firesteed Cellars 2200 N Pacific Hwy W (99W)Rickreall, OR 97371(503) 623-8683www.firesteed.com

Honeywood Winery 1350 Hines St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 362-4111(800) 726-4101 www.honeywoodwinery.com

Johan Vineyards 4285 N Pacific Hwy (99W)Rickreall, OR 97371(503) 623-8642 or (866) 379-6029www.johanvineyards.com

Left Coast Cellars 4225 N Pacific HwyRickreall, OR 97371(503) 831-4916 or (800) 831-4916www.leftcoastcellars.com

Mystic Wines 11931 SE Hood View RdAmity, OR 97101(503) 581-2769www.mysticwine.com

Namaste Vineyards 5600 Van Well RdDallas, OR 97338(503) 623-4150www.namastevineyards.com

Orchard Heights Winery 6057 Orchard Heights Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 391-7308 www.orchardheightswinery.com

Redhawk Winery 2995 Michigan City Lane NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 362-1596 www.redhawkwine.com

Silver Falls Vineyards 4972 Cascade Hwy. SESublimity, OR 97385(503) 769-5056www.silverfallsvineyards.com

St. Innocent Winery, Ltd. 5657 Zena Rd. NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 378-1526www.stinnocentwine.com

Trinity Vineyards1031 Wahl Lane SSalem, OR 97306www.trinityvineyards.com

Van Duzer Vineyards11975 Smithfield Rd.Dallas, OR 97338(800) 884-1927www.vanduzer.com

Vitis Ridge Winery990 N. First StSilverton, OR 97381www.vitisridge.com/Home_Page.html

Willamette Valley Vineyards8800 Enchanted Way SETurner, OR 97392(503) 588-9463 (800) 344-9463 www.WillametteValleyVineyards.com

Witness Tree Vineyard 7111 Spring Valley Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 585-7874 (888) 478-8766 www.witnesstreevineyard.com

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CrafT beer lovers

The popularity of craft beers has exploded in Salem over the past few years. McMenamins

and Big Horn Brewery (The Ram International) were pioneers in the Salem brew industry and they continue to add to the variety of craft beers available. Among the most important developments in the craft beer scene were the openings of several breweries in or near Salem: Seven Brides Brewery, Gilgamesh Brewery and Pale House Brewing Company. With the opening of newer craft breweries, growler stations, and an increase in establishments offering craft beers on tap, Salem is becoming a craft beer market within its own right. To foster the Salem beer culture and promote local breweries the founders of four Salem breweries have formed a nonprofit association, the Salem Brewery Association.

Breweries

Gilgamesh BrewingThe Lounge, Downtown Salem210 Liberty St SE(503) 385-1128www.gilgameshbrewing.com

Gilgamesh BrewingThe Campus2065 Madrona Ave SESalem, OR 97302www.gilgameshbrewing.com

McMenamins: Boon’s Treasury888 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 399-9062 https://www.mcmenamins.com/boons-treasury

McMenamins: Thompson Brewery & Public House3575 Liberty Rd SSalem, OR 97302(503) 363-7286 www.mcmenamins.com

Rogue Farms Tasting Room3590 Wigrich RdIndependence, OR 97351(503) 838-9813www.rogue.com

Salem Ale Works2315 25th St SE

Salem, OR(503) 990-8486

www.aleinsalem.com

Santiam Brewery2544 19th St SESalem, OR (503) 689-1260www.santiambrewing.com

Seven Brides Brewery 990 N First St. Silverton, OR 97381(503) 779-6009www.sevenbridesbrewing.com

The Ram Restaurant & Brewery515 12th StSalem, OR 97301(503) 363-1905 www.theram.com

Vagabond Brewing2197 Hyacinth St NESalem, OR(503) 512-9007www.vagabondbrewing.com

Wandering Aengus Ciderworks4070 Fairview Industrial Dr SESalem, OR 97302(503) 361-2400www.wanderingaengus.com/wordpress

Xicha Brewing576 Patterson St NWSalem, OR 97304(971) 209-2872http://www.xichabrewing.com/

1859 Cider Co.249 Liberty NE #140 (back alley)Salem, OR 97301(503) 584-1306www.1859cider.com

Tap Houses and Growler Stations

B2 Taphouse4336 Commercial St SE Suite 150Salem, OR 97302 (503) 991-5369www.b2taphouse.com

Barrel & Keg Bottle Shop & Tap Room1190 Broadview St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 584-1147http://www.barrelandkeg.com/

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Capital Taproom150 High St SESalem, OR 97301(971) 301-8857http://www.capitaltaproom.com/

Growl Movement5137 River Rd NKeizer, OR 97303(503) 385-1064www.keizer@growlmovement.com

Growl Movement2990 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 971-273-6533www.southsalem@growlmovement.com

Growl Movement5137 River Rd. N.Keizer, OR 97303503-385-1064www.keizergrowlmovement.com

Sparky’s Brewing Company1252 23rd St SESalem, OR (503) 931-9417www.sparkysbrewing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/2sparkystaphouse

Venti’s Café + Taphouse2840 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 391-5100www.ventiscafe.com

Westside Tap House1594 Edgewater St NW Suite 110Salem, OR (503) 990-8805www.westsidetaphouse.com

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fairs, fesTivals, and oTher evenTsreception, outdoor antiques sales, an art show, a parade, an outdoor market, live music, and a barbeque in the park.

Barn Dancehttp://www.oregongarden.org/events/Line dancing and line dancing lessons, bbq dinner available for purchase, beer, wine and spirits and a best dressed western-wear contest.

Bite and Brew of Salemhttp://thebiteandbrew.com/The South Salem Rotary Club organizes the Bite and Brew of Salem late each summer. Held in Riverfront Park, the event features menu tastings from local and regional restaurants, as well as a beer

garden, a wine garden and live band performances.

Bonaventure Senior Living Chefs’ Nite Outwww.marionpolkfoodshare.orgFor 12 years, the finest restaurants, caterers, and wineries in and around Salem have offered their food and drinks to benefit Marion-Polk Food Share at this ticket-only event each fall.

Bowser’s Boo BashEach October, the Willamette Humane Society (see page 37) holds this costumed charity auction, drawing around 400 participants with a gourmet meal, musical entertainment, and the opportunity to bid on various silent auction items.https://whs4pets.org/

hroughout the year, you’ll find a variety of fairs, festivals, and other events in Salem and the

surrounding area. There are events for everyone, no matter what you’re interested in. Some of our personal favorites include the Salem Art Fair & Festival and the World Beat Festival. We’ve compiled information about some of the area’s most popular fairs and festivals, although our list is far from complete. You can checkout the Statesman Journal for up-to-date information on festivals and events happening in the area. http://events.statesmanjournal.com/

Aurora Colony Days Outdoor Antiques Fairewww.auroracolony.comThis annual event includes an artists’

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Brewfesthttp://www.oregongarden.org/events/Join us for Brewfest, presented by Venti’s Cafe, with 60 breweries pouring 120 beers and ciders and live music Father’s Day weekend!Join us for Brewfest, presented by Venti’s Cafe, with 60 breweries pouring 120 beers and ciders and live music Father’s Day weekend!

Capital City Amateur Golf Tournamentwww.salemgolfclub.comThe Salem Golf Club hosts the Capital City Amateur Golf Tournament each year, drawing golfers and fans from around the region.

Cinco de Micro and Brewfestwww.cincodemicro.comAnnual event that features favorite local and northwest brews, local eateries and distilleries. Entertainment provided by local musicians. Located in the Salem Convention Center.

Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Contest Powwowwww.grandronde.orgNative Americans from the Chasta, Kalapuya, Molalla, Rogue River, and Umpqua regions compete, sing, and dance in this annual powwow each August. Free camping is allowed on the powwow grounds, and there is also a shuttle to and from the Spirit Mountain Casino in Grand Ronde, about 35 minutes west of Salem.

Festival of Lights Holiday Parade www.folholidayparade.orghttp://chambermaster.keizerchamber.com/events/The Festival of Lights Holiday Parade is the largest nighttime illuminated holiday parade west of the Mississippi River. The parade winds through downtown Salem, providing a whimsical, magical experience for people from the city and the surrounding communities. The parade organizers also sponsor

an annual scholarship program for high school students in the Salem/Keizer area.

First Taste Oregonwww.firsttasteoregon.comFeatures art, music, food, brew, spirits, and wine, all made in Oregon. Held at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center in Columbia Hall

Holiday Gift Marketwww.salemsaturdaymarket.comOn one weekend in mid-December, the organizers of the Salem Saturday Market hold the Holiday Gift Market in the Jackman-Long Building at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. Visitors enjoy free admission to the event, where they can purchase holiday gifts and decorations from more than 200 artisans and crafters while enjoying live entertainment, door prizes and book-signings. There is also a children’s area with visits from Santa and live pet adoptions.

Homer Davenport Dayswww.homerdavenport.comSince 1980, the city of Silverton has celebrated the life and humor of Homer Davenport, an internationally respected and pioneering political cartoonist from the turn of the century. The festival consists of an arts-and-crafts fair, a parade, the Davenport (couch) Races, a political cartoon contest and many other events.

Keizer Iris Festivalhttp://chambermaster.keizerchamber.com/events/https://www.irisfestival.comThe Keizer Iris Festival is a month-long celebration each May including a parade, a run, a Texas Hold’em tournament, a golf tournament, music and more.

Keizer Turkey Dash 5Khttp://chambermaster.keizerchamber.com/events/details/turkey-dash-4502

The Keizer Chamber hosts a Turkey Dash at 8 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The 5-kilometer (3.1-mile) fun run and walk starts and finishes at the Keizer Chamber’s information kiosk at Keizer Station, 6075 Ulali Drive NE, Suite 102. Families encouraged. For information, call (503) 393-9111 or go to keizerchamber.com/runs.

Marion County Fairwww.co.marion.or.us/CS/FAIR/The Marion County Fair has been held at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem each summer since the 1860s. The fair strives to promote the diverse agricultural and cultural heritage of Marion County through active participation of its citizens. The four-day event includes agricultural exhibits, 4H/FFA animal displays, food competitions, crafts, carnival rides, a petting zoo, a talent show and local art and jewelry.

Mayor’s Invitational Art ShowHeld at the Convention Center, the Mayor’s Invitational Art Show offers a venue in which the city of Salem can acquire and exhibit artwork. Visit the Salem Conference Center (http://salemconferencecenter.org) for event information and date.

Mount Angel Abbey Bach Festivalwww.MountAngelAbbey.orgEach evening of the annual Abbey Bach

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Festival has a prayerful beginning with the Benedictine monks of Mount Angel singing the psalms of Vespers in their abbey church, followed by a half-hour recital. Then the audience goes outside for their supper baskets and an opportunity to meet others and enjoy a meal with new acquaintances. A full-length concert follows dinner.

Mount Angel Oktoberfestwww.oktoberfest.orgThe Mount Angel Oktoberfest, held each fall, is Oregon’s largest folk festival. The small community of Mount Angel was settled by German pioneers in the 1800s and reminds visitors of the rich Bavarian countryside. The event was first held in 1966 as a traditional harvest festival, and today it continues to attract large crowds with music, rides, shows, arts and crafts, a beer garden, a wine garden, a car show and more. The Oregon Festivals and Events Association gave Oktoberfest the Ovation Award for Best Cultural

or Heritage Event celebrated in Oregon during 2009.

Oregon Ag Festwww.oragfest.comHeld the last weekend in April, Oregon Ag Fest is an activity-filled festival where kids can touch, taste and experience life on the farm. Attendees learn where food and fiber comes from, how livestock is raised, the importance of forests for ecology and survival and more. Children can plant a seedling, ride a pony, watch chicks hatch, pet a rabbit and dig for potatoes, among other activities.

Oregon State Capitol (Tour)www.oregonlink.com/capitol_services/capitol_services.htmlLearn about the state capitol and take a tour in person or online.

Oregon State Fair www.oregonstatefair.orgThe Oregon State Fair is held at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem in the late summer. It includes concerts, shows, animal exhibits,

equestrian demonstrations, a rodeo competition, family

fun, agricultural displays, handicrafts, carnival

rides, winemaking contests and

food and drink booths.

Pet-lovers especially enjoy the poultry and rabbit exhibit, the horse show and the petting zoo.

Polk County Fairwww.co.polk.or.us/fairEach August, the Polk County Fair attracts families and small businesses to celebrate Polk County through food, music, competitions, rides and fun.

Pumpkin Patcheswww.pumpkinpatchesandmore.org/ORpsalem.phpThis site focuses on Salem and the surrounding areas and provides a detailed list where you can find a pumpkin patch, corn maze, safe trick-or-treating, hayrides and other fall and Halloween fun near you!

Puttin’ on the Ritzwww.willamette.eduEvery year in the early spring, Willamette University organizes Puttin’ on the Ritz. Attendees dress up to enjoy appetizers, dinner and dancing in a formal setting.

Salem Art Fair & Festival www.salemart.orgThe Salem Art Fair & Festival is Oregon’s largest juried art festival. More than 3,000 volunteers participate in the three-day celebration each summer in Bush’s Pasture Park Rose Garden. It features live music, a catered BBQ dinner, wine and other refreshments. More than 200 artists and craftspeople feature their work and regional and national acts perform on two stages. Other attractions include a children’s area, a wine garden, a beer garden and cultural demonstrations.

Salem Film Festivalwww.salemfilmfestival.comThe Salem Film Festival is a project of Salem Cinema, Allied Video Productions and the Salem Film Society in partnership with Willamette University and Chemeketa Community College. Each spring, the festival brings exceptional films and filmmakers to Salem to showcase independent film talent, provide educational opportunities for amateur and student filmmakers, foster film appreciation in the community,

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strengthen the local economy and improve Salem’s quality of life. The organizers strive to encourage and celebrate the art of film and the appreciation of international film while providing a debut platform for independent filmmakers to further their careers.

Salem First Wednesdaywww.salemfirstwednesday.com/The first Wednesday of the month downtown businesses host special events in stores April – October.

Salem Hoopla http://onghoopla.com/The annual Salem Hoopla is a 3-on-3 street basketball tournament that features a free kids’ clinic, numerous contests including the highly popular slam dunk contest and a fun-filled sponsor appreciation party at Illahe Hills Country Club.

Salem Progressive Film Series www.salemprogressivefilms.netThe Salem Progressive Film Series is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to educating and raising awareness of important current issues, providing a public forum for discussion and further research and stimulating personal civic involvement. It showcases nationally prominent documentary films on a variety of topics, followed by distinguished expert guest speakers and audience discussion at the Grand Theater (page 21).

Salem Soap Box Derby www.salemsbd.orgThe Salem Soap Box Derby Association sponsors a series of soap box derby races. Children and the young at heart enjoy the adrenaline rush of watching cars race toward the finish line on the Bush Park track. Salem is one of few American cities that has a racetrack specifically for soap box derbies.

Salem Winter Brewfesthttp://www.salemwinterbrewfest.com/The Salem Winter Brewfest is an event for the 21 and over crowd that

was started in 2015 by the Bite & Brew of Salem. We have created a winter event that brings together what makes the Wil-lamette Valley and Salem a great place to live. Music, food and handcraft-ed beer at the Oregon State Capitol Mall, 900 Court St. NE

Saturday Market www.salemsaturdaymarket.comThe Salem Saturday Market and Wednesday Farmers Market offer fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods and meats, as well as plenty of seating areas to enjoy lunch or a snack. People also enjoy local entertainment and locally made arts and crafts. The outdoor markets are held every Wednesday and Saturday between May and October just a few blocks north of the Oregon State Capitol, with free parking.

Schreiner’s Gardens Iris Festival http://www.schreinersgardens.comEvery spring, Schreiner’s Iris Gardens opens its ten-acre display gardens, featuring 500 named iris varieties, to the public free of charge,. Spend the morning strolling through the gardens, enjoy a picnic lunch or steal a romantic moment surrounded by blooms and the sunset.

Sheep to Shawl Festivalhttps://www.willametteheritage.org/sheep-to-shawl/Each spring, the Mission Mill Museum organizes the Sheep

to Shawl. It includes music, animals, children’s crafts, a plant sale, a heritage expo and more. Demonstrators show off their talents and living-history presenters transport visitors into the past with fascinating tales of yesteryear.

Silverton Hills Strawberry Festivalhttp://homerdavenport.com/shsb2012.phpThe Silverton Hills Strawberry Festival has been a local tradition since 1951. Held on Father’s Day, the festival serves a strawberry shortcake dessert while offering arts and crafts, live music and fun activities for the whole family.

St. Benedict Festivalhttps://www.mountangelabbey.org/home/Spend a summer afternoon with the monks. Noon prayers to Vespers (4:00pm). Catered farm-to-table cuisine by Bon appétit, Oregon wines and beer from the Abbey’s own Benedictine Brewery. Live music, lawn games, behind the scenes

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Hilltop tours, Abbot’s Attic sales, and Abbey Marketplace featuring crafts and silent auction prizes.

St. Paul Rodeowww.stpaulrodeo.comEach July, the St. Paul Rodeo features performances by some of the world’s greatest professional cowboys and cowgirls as they compete for more than $400,000 in prize money. Fearless bull riders, burly steer wrestlers, gorgeous barrel racers, soaring bronco riders and colorful clowns keep audiences entertained and shouting for more.

“Stop and Smell the Roadsters” Outdoor Car Showhttp://www.oregongarden.org/events/Once each summer, classic and custom automobiles are “planted” at the Oregon Gardens alongside the beautiful plants and flowers. Admission to the car show includes admission to the Gardens.

Sunsets in the Garden www.oregongarden.orgEvery Tuesday in July and August, the Oregon Garden stays open late so that visitors can enjoy music, wine tasting and other specialties after strolling through the gardens at dusk. Sit outside and listen to music while watching the sunset.

West Festwww.wsba-westsalem.comSince 2005, the West Salem Business Association has organized the annual West Fest. This family-friendly summer concert offers rock music, food, and drink, attracting almost 2,000 people in 2009.

Wine and Food Festivalwww.historicdeepwoodestate.orgThe annual Wine and Food Festival, held in the gardens of the Historic Deepwood Estate, features cool wine, hot jazz and great food. Admission includes wine tasting and all entertainment.

Wooden Shoe Tulip Festivalwww.woodenshoe.com/tulip-festEach spring, the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm opens its colorful tulip and daffodil fields to more than 150,0000 visitors for the 30-day Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival. The event, which helps to raise funds for many local nonprofit organizations, includes shopping, arts and crafts, live music, food and wines. In 2010, the Oregon Festivals and Events Association recognized this event as the state’s Best Festival or Event with a Budget Over $150,000 or more than 40,000 Attendees.

World Beat Festival www.worldbeatfestival.orgThe World Beat Festival is a two-day, non-stop program of international music, dance, food, hands-on crafts and folklore. Held in Salem’s Riverfront Park the last weekend in June

each year, the festival celebrates the people and traditions of every continent with costumed processions, performances, demonstrations, workshops and a dragon boat race. There are booths for food and handicraft sales, as well as a free craft area for children. The festival is organized by the Salem Multicultural Institute and a portion of the proceeds is used to fund programs at A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village.

Wulapaloozawww.willamette.edu/org/wulapaloozaWulapalooza is an annual urban earth, art and music festival that takes place on the campus of Willamette University. Local schools, performance groups, and professional bands perform for over a thousand students and community members annually with local businesses and student groups fundraising for various charitable organizations. It is an Earth Day and community festival that brings together thousands of community members and students each year.

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Pentacle Theater324 52nd Ave NWSalem, OR 97301(503) 485-4300www.pentacletheatre.org

The Pentacle Theater is a nonprofit community theater company that presents entertaining and innovative seasons of top-quality productions in a variety of theatrical styles. It offers up to nine plays a year, including comedies, dramas, musicals, mysteries and classics.* Box office is at 145 Liberty St NE Salem, OR 97301

The Verona Studio189 Liberty St NE #215Salem, OR 97301(805) 657-7538www.theveronastudio.com

The Verona Studio presents contemporary and classical productions that showcase local and regional talent and explores the diversity of human experiences. It also provides an educational opportunity for individuals who wish to explore the performing arts and to develop their skills in all areas of performance and production.

Willamette University Theatre900 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 370-6221www.willamette.edu/arts/theatre/index.html

Willamette University Theatre produces three mainstage plays, one dance concert and various student projects each season. All performances are open to the public, and they encourage members of the community to attend

Cinema

In addition to the theaters listed below, check out the Salem Film Festival (see page 18), the Mid-Valley Video Festival, and the Salem Progressive Film Series (see page 19) for movie-viewing fun.

alem offers a variety of entertainment options. Whether you prefer theatrical performances,

dance shows, live music or cinema, you’re sure to find plenty of events to keep your calendar full throughout the year.

Theater

Salem has four main theaters and several smaller theaters that host a variety of performances throughout the year.

Elsinore Theater170 High St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 375-3574 www.elsinoretheatre.com

The Historic Elsinore Theater underwent a major restoration in 2004 and now offers the Salem-area community a variety of shows that delight and entertain. Now beautifully restored to its gothic castle-like glory, a year-round calendar of touring Broadway shows, concerts by renowned artists, classic movies and interesting speakers means there’s something exciting to do practically every night of the week.

Grand Theater187 High St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-9185 www.grandballroom.info

The Historic Grand Theater and Grand Ballroom are often reserved for wedding ceremonies, receptions and other special events, as well as business meetings. The Theater also features concerts throughout the year and is the home of the Salem Progressive Film Series (page 19).

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Lancaster Mall Stadium 11831 Lancaster Dr NE Ste #8Salem, OR 97301(503) 588-4047www.regmovies.com

Northern Lights Theater Pub3893 Commercial St Salem, OR 97302 (503) 585-4232 www.northernlightstheatrepub.com

Cinebarre Salem501 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 581-7846http://www.regmovies.com/Theatres/Cinebarre

Salem Cinema1127 Broadway St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 378-7676www.salemcinema.com

Santiam Stadium 11365 Lancaster Dr SESalem, OR 97317(503) 370-7067 www.regmovies.com

Comedy Shows

Capitol City Theater210 Liberty St SE #150Salem, OR 97302(971) 599-1871www.capitolcitytheater.com

Northern Lights Theater Pub Comedy shows on select Saturday eveningsCall for information or visit website (see above)

Concerts

Salem Armory Auditorium2320 17th St NESalem, OR 97309(503) 584-3867http://www.oregon.gov/OMD/Pages/index.aspx search concertsThe Salem Armory Auditorium hosts concerts, sporting events, theatrical performances and more.

Salem Chamber Orchestra100 High St SE, Ste 207Salem, OR 97301(503) 480-1128http://www.willamette.edu/cla/music/performance/ensembles/instrumental/https://www.facebook.com/SalemChamberOrchestra

The Salem Chamber Orchestra is the only local orchestra that

provides regular employment to local classical musicians

and high-quality performances of the musical repertoire of the last 300 years to area residents. It comprises Willamette University faculty, regional professionals, advanced college students and local volunteers.

Oregon Symphony923 SW Washington

Portland, OR 97205 (503) 228-1353

www.orsymphony.org

Since the Oregon Symphony was established more than 100 years ago, it has been recognized for its internationally acclaimed music directors, skilled performers, diverse programs and outstanding community services in education and regional touring. The Oregon Symphony now ranks among the largest orchestras in the nation and as one of the largest arts organizations in the Northwest, with an attendance of more than 225,000 people annually and 76 full-time musicians.

Oregon Symphony Association in SalemPO Box 324Salem, OR 97308(503) 364-0149www.orsymphony.org/salem

Based in Portland, the Oregon Symphony performs a series of both classical and pop concerts throughout the year in Salem at Willamette University’s Smith Auditorium. Few major American Symphony orchestras play a regular series in out-of-town venues, but Salem has been blessed with more than 300 concerts by the Oregon Symphony Orchestra over more than 55 years.

Escape Rooms

EscapeTech388 State StSalem, OR 97301(503)383-9778www.escapetechsalem.com

Escape Quest3893 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 383-9778https://escapequestsalem.com/Located at Northern Lights Theater

ExitusSalem Arts Bldg – Mezzanine155 Liberty St NE #M103Salem, OR 97301(971) 599-3948www.exitussalem.com

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dininGalem has many restaurants, cafes, and bars catering to all types of palates. Whether you’re

looking for a place to sip a cup of coffee, enjoy drinks after work, have a casual meal or experience fine dining at its best, Salem has what you’re looking for. Here are a few of our favorite places to eat and drink.

American Cuisine

Acme Cafe110 Hansen Ave SSalem, OR 97302(503) 798-4736www.acmecafe.net

Adam’s Rib Smokehouse1210 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 362-2194www.adams-rib-smoke-house.com

Adam’s Rib Smokehouse2505 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-2196www.adams-rib-smoke-house.com

Annette’s Westgate Café1311 Edgewater St NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 362-9588www.annetteswestgate.com

Applebee’s (Commercial Street)5070 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97306(503) 364-1775www.applebees.com

Applebee’s (Lancaster Drive)747 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 581-8040www.applebees.com

Applebee’s (Liberty Street)2625 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97303(503) 365-0372www.applebees.com

Best Little Roadhouse 1145 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 365-07225 www.bestlittleroadhouse.com

Buffalo Wild Wings3892 Center St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 967-6049buffalowildwings.com

Busik Court250 Court StSalem, OR 97301(503) 370-8107www.busickcourt.com

Creekside Golf Club Lakeview Restaurant6250 Clubhouse DrSalem, OR 97306(503) 363-465www.golfcreekside.com/lakeview/

Croissant & Company Downtown190 High St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-7323www.croissantandco.com

Loustic Marche357 Court St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 581-1384www.lousticcatering.com

Nancy’s Burger & Fries4925 River Rd.Keizer, OR 97303(503) 798-4123nancysburgers.com

Nancy’s Burger & Fries1499 Edgewater NWSalem, OR (503) 967-6776nancysburgers.com

Nancy’s Burger & Fries617 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR

(503) 990-7827nancysburgers.com

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Nancy’s Burger & Fries4550 Commercial St SESalem, OR (503) 991-5037www.nancysburgers.com

Orupa500 Liberty St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 588-3639www.orupasalem.com

Outback Steak House6260 Keizer Station BlvdKeizer, OR 97303 (503) 399-3700 www.outback.com

Original Roadhouse Grill481 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 375-0942www.originalroadhousegrill.com

Panera Bread6110 Keizer BoulevardKeizer, OR 97317(503) 393-2827www.panerabread.com

Panera Bread2825 Commercial St. SESalem, OR 97306(503) 363-3404www.panerabread.com

Rahns’ Restaurant 479 Court St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 580-2936http://www.rafns.com/

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers831 Lancaster St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-9666www.redrobin.com

Ritter’s Housemade Foods102 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 3397928http://www.ritterseatery.com/

Rockwood Fired Pizza3610 Center ST NESalem, OR 97301(971) 208-7880http://www.therockwfk.com/

Roxy Dawgs 324 Church St. NESalem, OR 97301(503) 991-2593www.roxydawgs.com

Rudy’s at Salem Golf Club2025 Golf Course RdSalem, OR 97302(503) 399-0449salemgolfclub.com

Robert’s Crossing3635 River Rd SSalem, OR 97302(503) 584-1035www.robertscrossing.com

Shotskis Woodfired Pizza1230 State St.Salem, OR (503) 385-8625www.facebook.com/shotskispizza/

Table Five 08508 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 581-5508www.tablefive08.com

The Kitchen on Court466 Court St NESalem, OR 97301(971) 701-6902http://www.thekitchenoncourtstreet.com/

The Original Pancake House4656 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 378-0431www.originalpancakehouse.com

The Original Pancake House4685 N. Portland Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 393-9124www.originalpancakehouse.com

Wild Pear Restaurant372 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 378-7515www.wildpearcatering.com

Word of Mouth Bistro140 17th St NESalem, OR 97302(503) 930-4285www.wordofsalem.com

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Asian Cuisine

BiBim Bap House (Korean Cuisine)635 Chemeketa St. NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 585-1530www.happybibimbaphouse.com

Chang’s Mongolian Grill3928 Center St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 373-9779 www.changsmongoliangrill.com

Cuisine India1220 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 990-8679https://www.facebook.com/cuisineindiasalem/

Fuji Rice Time Japanese Restaurant159 High St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 364-5512www.fujiricetime.com

Hong Kong House Chinese Restaurant3583 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 585-8225

India Palace377 Court St NE

Salem, OR 97301

(503) 371-4808

Kaneko Café1414 Mill St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 373-3341Located in the cafeteria of Tokyo InternationalUniversity a branch of Willamette University

Kwan’s Original Cuisine835 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 362-7711 www.kwanscuisine.com

Kyoto Japanese Restaurant1610 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 363-3552http://www.kyotosalem.com/

Lanxang Lao-Thai5080 Commercial StSalem, OR 97306(503) 588-2220

Marco Polo Global Restaurant300 Liberty St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 364-4833www.marcopolosalem.com

Red Ginger (Pacific Rim Asian Fusion Cuisine)4907 River Rd NKeizer, OR 97307 (503) 304-5092www.redgingerthai.com

Super Pho Vietnamese Restaurant1630 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 391-4250www.superpho.webs.com

Thai Beer (Lancaster Drive)1130 Lancaster Dr SE Salem, OR 97317(503) 585-7701https://locu.com/places/thai-beer-salem-us/#menu

Thai Orchid Restaurant285 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 391-5369www.thaiorchidrestaurant.com

Bakeries

Cascade Baking Company229 State St.Salem, OR 97301(503) 589-0491www.cascadebaking.com/index.html

Croissant & Company Downtown190 High St SESalem, OR 97301-3608(503) 362-7323 www.croissantandco.com

Gerry Frank’s Konditorei310 Kearney St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 585-7070 www.gerryfrankskonditorei.com

Great Harvest Bread Co.339 Court St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 363-4697http://www.greatharvestsalem.com/

Great Harvest Bread Co.3405 Commercial Dr SESalem, OR 97302(503) 363-3215http://www.greatharvestsalem.com/

Great Harvest Bread Co. (West Salem)525 Taggart DR NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 363-7555http://www.greatharvestsalem.com/

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Oregon Crepe Café and Bakery315 High St. SESalem, or 97301(503) 362-8082www.oregoncrepe.com

Pure Decadence Pastries4740 Liberty Road SSalem, OR 97302(503) 584-1496puredecadencepastries.com

Sugar Sugar335 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 385-1225 http://www.sugarsugarboo.com/#!cupcakes/cwvn

The Little Cannoli189 Liberty St NE, Suite B-9Salem, OR 97301(503) 585-9288www.littlecannolibakery.com

Bars & Pubs

Brown’s Town Lounge189 Liberty St NE Ste 112Salem, OR 97301(503) 391-9977www.brownstownelounge.com

Magoo’s Sports Bar & Grill275 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 363-5836www.magoossportsbar.com

Half Penny3743 Commercial ST SESalem, OR 97302(503) 540-5899thehalfpenny.com

Southside Speakeasy & Dance Club3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SESalem, OR 97302(503) 362-1139www.southsidespeakeasy.com

The Coin Jam439 Court St. NESalem, OR 97301(503) 363-8209www.thecoinjam.com

The Brick Bar & Broiler105 Liberty St NE

Salem, OR 97301(503) 375-0959

The Rub – Pub & Grub1130 Royvonne Ave. SESalem, OR 97306503-763-3283http://www.therubpub.com/

The Space 1128 Edgewater St NWSalem, OR 97304(971) 208-3995http://www.spaceconcertclub.com/

Victory Club (Vagabond Brewing)

Salem Arts Building155 Liberty St. NE

Salem, OR (503) 512- 9007

http://www.victoryclubsalem.com/

Coffee Shops

Archive Coffee and Bar102 Liberty St NE Suite 120Salem, OR 97301http://www.archivecoffeeandbar.com/

Beanery (Downtown)220 Liberty NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 399-7220http://www.allannbrothers.com/

Break Point Coffee and Catering1120 Commercial Street, SESalem, OR 97302(503) 378-9036www.breakpointcoffeeshop.com

Broadway Coffeehouse1300 Broadway St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 990-8139www.broadwaycoffeehouse.comHas an unsupervised play area upstairs, so parents can enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry while watching their children play.

Capitol Coffee 555 Court St. NESalem, OR503-399-7617http://capitolcoffeesalem.com/

French Press Coffee and Crepes2725 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 581-1716 www.frenchpressroasters.com

Governor’s Cup Coffee Roasters 471 Court StSalem, OR 97301 (503) 581-9675www.thegovcup.com

IKE Box Coffee, Music, Space (Isaac’s Room)299 Cottage St NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 581-6154ikebox.com

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Continental Cuisine

Amadeus Café135 Liberty St. Salem, OR 97301(503) 362-8830www.amadeussalem.com

Andaluz180 High St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-1773http://www.andaluzsalemor.com/

Napoleon’s Creperie & Gelateria189 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 581-4560

Bari136 High Street SESalem, OR 97301(opening mid-April)

Sisters Irish Bistro189 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 584-1099http://www.reedoperahouse.com/directory/directory.htm

Venti’s Café + Basement Bar325 Court St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 399-8733www.ventiscafe.com

Venti’s Café + Taphouse2840 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 391-5100www.ventiscafe.com

Italian Cuisine

Christo’s Pizzeria 1108 Broadway St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 371-2892http://christospizzasalem.com/

DaVinci Ristorante180 High St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 399-1413www.davincisofsalem.com

Gamberetti’s Italian Restaurant325 High St SE (Pringle Park Plaza)Salem, OR 97301(503) 339-7446http://gamberettis.com/

Olive Garden1302 Lancaster Dr, NESalem, OR 97301(503) 364-6885 www.olivegarden.com

Old Spaghetti Warehouse120 Commercial St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 391-9005www.theoldspaghettiwarehouse.net

Paridiso at The Grand Theatre195 High St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 991-5185http://paradisosalem.com/

Mexican Cuisine

Casa Rojas Mexican Restaurant & Cantina1391 Broadway NESalem, OR (503) 399-7297www.casarojas.com

Guadalajara Grill 3969 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 581-3371 http://guadalajaragrillsalem.com/ La Hacienda Real3690 Commercial St. SESalem, OR 97302(503) 540-5537http://www.salem-keizerlahaciendareal.com/

La Hacienda Real (West Salem)475 Taggart Dr NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 585-3855http://www.salem-keizerlahaciendareal.com/

La Hacienda Real5024 River Rd NKeizer, OR 97303(503) 390-0923http://www.salem-keizerlahaciendareal.com/

La Margarita545 Ferry St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-8861www.lamargaritasalem.com

La Margarita Express 515 Chemeketa St. NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 371-7960www.lamargaritaexpress.com

Los Arcos Mexican Grill4120 Commercial Street SESalem, OR 97302 (503) 581-2740 http://www.losarcosgrills.com/

Los Baez Mexican Restaurant (Lancaster Drive)1292 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 371-3867

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Northwest Cuisine

Bentley’s Grill Restaurant291 Liberty St. SESalem, OR 97301(503) 779-1660 www.bentleysgrill.com

Flight Deck Restaurant and Lounge Salem Airport2680 Aerial Way SE Salem, OR 97302(503) 581-5721https://www.flightdeckrestaurant.com/

The Crooked House Bistro1142 Edgewater StSalem, OR 97304(503) 385 8851www.crookedhousebistro.com

SeafoodRed Lobster521 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 375-3411https://www.redlobster.com

McGrath’s Fish House (Lancaster Mall)3805 Center St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 485-3086www.mcgrathsfishhouse.com

Newport Seafood Grill1717 Freeway Ct NESalem, OR 97303(503) 315-7100 newportseafoodgrill.com

Food Carts

Barrel & Keg Food Truck Pod1190 Broadway St NESalem, OR(503) 584-1177http://www.Barrelandkeg.com/Tues-Thurs 11:30am-8pm Fri-Sat 11:30 am -10pm Sunday & Monday- Closed

Located in the parking lot behind Barrel & Keg just off of Market St, Barrel & Keg provides the food cart pod with comfortable family friendly indoor/outdoor seating. The Pod features a rotating schedule of different food carts on a monthly schedule. Each day there are multiple carts serving up unique eats from pizza to burgers, Cuban sandwiches to street tacos, Greek to Chamaro food, Italian flatbread to BBQ. Follow them on Facebook for a schedule of following participating trucks:

Jt’S Taqueria www.facebook.com/Jts-Taqueria-Food-Truck-Salem-Or-1056956654324996/

Gustav’s Hometown Heros www.facebook.com/gustavhth

Panino Artisan sandwiches and flatbreads www.facebook.com/EatPanino

So Cheesy - gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches www.socheesy.guru

Chads Smokin BBQ www.chadssmokinbbq.com

Black Rock BBQ www.blackrock-bbq.com

Jenuine Desserts www.jenuinedesserts.com

Patty Wagon https://www.facebook.com/The-patty-wagon-640818379355884/

Stand Alone Food CartsBig Blue Thai BBQ3360 Silverton Rd. NE(971) 301-8714

https://www.facebook.com/BigBlueThaiBBQ/\

Fusion8684 Jackson Hill Rd.(503)851-8157www.fusionsemi-authenticvietnamesefood.com

Cryptic Cruisine Located in Vagabond Brewery2195 Hyacinth St NE, Salem, OR(541) 220-4302http://www.crypticcuisine.com/cryptic-.html

GAB Grab A Bite2375 Commercial St SE(503) 507-4745

Island Girl Lunchbox(971) 239-7810https://www.facebook.com/IslandGirlsLunchbox

Malila Food TruckState and 25th St., Salem, OR (503)-871-9089https://www.facebook.com/MalilathaiFoodTruck

Minto Island Growers Farm Food Cart3394 Brown Island Road South Salem, Oregon 97302. Hours: May-October, Tuesday-Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pmhttp://www.mintogrowers.com/farm-stand/

Taqueria El Canmante Food Truck1420 State St., Salem, OR 97301(503)428-8850

Taqueria Los Pinos Taco Truck1821 Silverton Rd NE, Salem, OR

Thermopylae Gyro & Slouvlaki2651-2699 Commercial St. SESalem, OR 97302(503) 891-7720https://www.facebook.com/Thermopylaefoodcart

Vivacious Molly’s Vibrant Eats2781 12th St SE, Salem, OR 97302(971) 322-7532www.vivaciouseats.com

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shoPPinG CenTersHours: Vary. Contact individual stores/restaurants for details.

The Reed Opera House is home to many locally owned stores, shops, restaurants, bars, and bakeries, as well as professional services and business offices. In addition, its elegant Trinity Ballroom can be rented for special events.

Salem Center401 Center St NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 364-0495www.salemcenter.com

Located in the heart of downtown Salem, Salem Center offers shopping, entertainment and dining. The anchor stores include JC Penney, Ross Dress for Less, Nordstrom, Kohl’s, and Macy’s.Salem Center also has a food court and a movie theater (http://www.regmovies.com/Theatres/Theatre-Folder/Cinebarre-Salem-7-8930)

Woodburn Company Stores1001 Arney RdWoodburn, OR 97071(503) 981-1900www.shop-woodburn.com

With 100 stores, Woodburn Company Stores is the largest tax-free outlet center in the West. Big-name brands, skylight-covered walkways and beautiful Northwest architecture and landscaping make this a unique and fun shopping experience year round. The outlet mall is just a 15-minute drive north of Salem.

When you’re ready to shop, Salem has many small stores, as well as large shopping centers that

sell everything from clothing and makeup to furniture and household appliances.

Lancaster Mall831 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-1338www.lancastermall.com

Located just off of I-5 in Salem, Lancaster Mall has more than 80 specialty shops and 12 eateries. The anchor stores include Macy’s, Sports Authority, Sears, Old Navy and Burlington Coat Factory. Lancaster Mall also has a food court and a movie theater (page 21).

Reed Opera House189 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97301www.reedoperahouse.com

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Parks & GardensBarbeque grills are available at Brush College, Cascades Gateway, Fairmount, Minto-Brown Island, Morningside, Orchard Heights, Sumpter, and Woodmansee Parks. Park users may bring their own grills to any city parks, but are asked to use insulating material to protect wooden tables and grassy surfaces.

For additional information about city parks, or to learn about organized recreation opportunities, call Park Operations Management for the City of Salem at (503) 588-6336.

City Parks

Bush’s Pasture Park890 Mission St SESalem, OR 97302

Bush’s Pasture Park is just a few blocks south of downtown

Salem and covers 90 acres of open

grassy areas and

Oregon White Oaks and other trees.

Amenities: Lighted tennis courts, ball field that can be reserved, restrooms, playground areas, walking/jogging/bike paths, drinking fountains, picnic areas/tables/benches, flower beds, municipal rose garden, gazebo, horseshoe courts, greenhouse, gardens, Historic Bush Museum (page 52), Bush Barn Art Center Gallery (page 52), soap box derby track. Bush’s Pasture Park is home to the Salem Art Fair and Festival.

Cascade Gateway Park 2100 Turner Rd SESalem, OR 97302

Cascade Gateway Park covers more than 100 acres and has three sites that can be reserved, as well as many paths, trees, and natural areas.

Amenities: Ball fields, playground, restroom, picnic tables, drinking fountains, horseshoe courts, 18-hole disc golf course, shelter area, picnic area, barbeques, fishing at Walter

Wirth Lake, natural trail system

Keizer Rapids ParkWest end of Chemawa Rd.Keizer, OR 97307

Amenities: 120 acres, multi-use paths, amphitheater, large fenced in off-leash areas (one for large dogs and one for small dogs), boat-in camping, sand volleyball court, marine facility, nature trails, disc golf course, portable toilets and restrooms, paved parking lot, off-leash dog park area

Green and serene Salem has an extensive park system featuring 29 miles of trails for hiking,

biking and jogging. Salem has 46 developed parks covering more than 1,600 acres. This includes 34 neighborhood-oriented parks, as well as community parks and large urban parks that provide additional facilities and areas for Salem’s organized recreation and leisure activities. A few of Salem’s most notable parks are listed below. You can find a complete list of Salem’s parks, including a description of their amenities, at www.cityofsalem.net/Residents/Parks/Pages/default.aspx.

Spray fountains are available from mid-June until October 1 at Fairmount, Northgate, River Road, Riverfront, and Wes Bennett Parks.

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Marion Square Park551 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301

Marion Square Park has Salem’s only skate park facility. With a “skate bowl” and a “streetscape” for boarders, it is popular with many skate and bike enthusiasts, as well as spectators.

Amenities: Restroom, playground, picnic tables, lighted basketball court, skate bowl and ramp, drinking fountain

Minto-Brown Island Park2200 Minto Island Rd SESalem, OR 97302

Covering almost 900 acres, Minto-Brown Island Park is Salem’s largest park, crisscrossed with approximately five miles of trails for walking, jogging, biking and rollerblading. There are many open and wooded areas that are home to wild rabbits.

Amenities: Rentable shelter, barbeque, playground equipment, portable toilets, picnic tables/benches, walking/jogging/bike trails, off-leash dog park area, trail map

River Road Park3045 River Rd NSalem, OR 9730

Completely renovated in 2009, 16-acre River Road Park offers an overlook of the beautiful Willamette River. The splash fountain feature makes this park especially popular with young children during the summertime.

Amenities: two soccer fields, two lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, rentable shelter, splash fountain waterpark, 110-car parking lot, restrooms, play structures

Riverfront Park (Salem Carousel)116 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301

Riverfront Park lies in downtown Salem next to the Willamette River. It is home to the Riverfront Carousel (www.salemcarousel.org), where volunteer artists and wood-carvers painstakingly created each horse, guided and inspired by Hazel Patton. Riverfront Park is also home to the A.C. Gilbert Discovery Village (page 52), and the EcoEarth Globe. The park’s dock is home to the Willamette Queen Riverboat (www.willamettequeen.com), which is an 87-foot, 86-ton, twin paddle-wheeler that was designed as a scaled-down likeness of the former Mississippi and Yukon Territory Riverboats. It features a full service bar and a solid oak dance floor on the upper deck, and can be chartered for special occasions.

During the summer, the City of Salem sponsors free movie showings in the grassy amphitheater. The World Beat Festival, the Fourth of July Celebration, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and several walk/run events are held at the park each year. The award-winning

Union Street Railroad Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge, which was reopened in May 2010, connects Riverfront Park to Wallace Marine Park and West Salem.

Amenities: Amphitheater, restrooms, playground equipment, mutt-mitt dispensers, picnic tables, covered pavilion, bike racks, jogging/walking/biking paths, boat dock, and river-viewing areas

Waldo Park605 Summer St NE Salem, OR 97310

Waldo Park is recognized as the world’s smallest city park. At just 12’x20’, the park is home to a single heritage tree – a Giant Sequoia planted in 1872. The park is named for Judge William Waldo, who bought the redwood sapling from a traveling salesman in 1872. He originally planted the tree on his property and when later sold it, stipulated that the tree must be preserved.

Wallace Marine Park200 Glen Creek Rd NWSalem, OR 97304

Wallace Marine Park covers almost 115 acres in West Salem. It has some of the Pacific Northwest’s best

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facilities and hosts many state, regional and national tournament events. A boat ramp and floating docks on the Willamette River accommodate water sport enthusiasts. The award-winning Union Street Railroad Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge, which was reopened in May 2010, connects Wallace Marine Park to Riverfront Park and downtown Salem.

Amenities: Ball fields, boat ramp, docks, restrooms, drinking fountains, picnic tables, benches, playground equipment, mutt-mitt dispensers

Woodmansee Park4629 Sunnyside Road SESalem, OR 97302

Woodmansee Park is a popular 29-acre park is South Salem with stands of oak trees, a stream and trails, as well as a 9-hole disc golf course.

Amenities: Playground equipment, tennis courts, soccer fields, restrooms, picnic tables, BBQ, walking paths, rentable shelter, 9-hole disc golf course

Indoor Play Areas

On cold, rainy days when “cabin fever” sets in,

these indoor play areas can be good options for frazzled parents and hyperactive kids.

A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village116 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 371-3631http://acgilbert.org

A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village

is a private nonprofit children’s museum located

in downtown Salem’s Riverfront Park. Founded in

1989, A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village provides innovative and stimulating educational experiences which spark children’s natural curiosity. The Village’s mission is to “inspire children of all ages to learn and grow through play.” The Village is composed of three historic house; the Rockenfield House, Gilbert House and Parrish House.

Clubhouse Adventures1920 McGilchrist St. SESalem, OR 97302(971) 301-8145http://www.clubhouseadventures.com/index.php

Clubhouse Adventures is designed with the desire to add more indoor fun to Salem, Oregon. Although the primary age group is for ages 1-11, we might have a little something for everyone to enjoy. Clubhouse Adventures will feature two beautiful play structures from Cedarworks, a toddler zone for ages three and under, and Eye Play: a projector that displays up to ten different interactive games on the ground to where you have to jump, run or kick things using your own body. There are also two different imagination zones, where children can make-believe and be creative. Themes of

those two imagination zones will change throughout the year. We also have more activities set up around the facility.

Create A Memory 270 Commercial ST. NESalem, OR 97301(503) 375-3664http://createamemory.org

Create a Memory is a place to experience the fun in pottery painting and glass fusing. It’s for individuals of all ages, families, parties plus they have a summer camp for the kids.

Get Air Trampoline Park3910 Rickey St.Salem, OR 97317(971) 304-0134www.getairsalem.com

Activities include: trampoline, dodgeball, foam pit, slackline, fidget ladder, and massage chairs10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sundays – Thursdays and 10 a.m. to midnight Fridays – SaturdaysAccommodations for children and adults with special needs. Offer discounts and deals along with party packages.

Keizer Christian Indoor ParkKeizer Christian Church6945 Wheatland Rd NKeizer, OR 97303 (503) 393-4343http://keizerchristian.org/ministry/indoorpark/

The Keizer Christian Indoor Park open weekday mornings. Admission is just $1 per family per visit and toys are provided. This facility is designed for children who have not yet entered first grade.

Kroc CenterSalvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center1865 Bill Frey Dr NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 566-5765www.salemkroc.org

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The Kroc Center has a full gym, as well as programs and classes for all ages in fine arts, education, health, fitness, and more. Some programs are included with the membership fee, others are available with a $5-$7 day pass, and others require paying a separate registration fee.

Parkour Infinity2315 Pringle ‘Rd SEBuilding HSalem, OR(503) 339-7278www.parkourinfinity.com

At its core, Parkour teaches many valuable life lessons. It teaches individuals to overcome any obstacle that may be in the way, physical, mental, or emotionally. Parkour teaches people they have no limits by breaking down their fears, strengthening bodies and building confidence.For ages 7 and up.

Salem Indoor Soccer Center4701 Portland Rd. NE Salem, OR(503 393-2255http://www.oregonindoor.com/

Located right by I-5, Salem Indoor Soccer Center serves the community’s need to play the soccer year around. They have programs and leagues for both kids and adults.

Super Bounce Salem3160 Blossom Dr. NESalem, OR 97305(503) 580-9596www.superbouncesalem.com

Super Bounce of Salem is a local, family-owned children’s interactive center featuring giant inflatables for bouncing, jumping, and sliding. Their goal is to create the safest, most exciting, and fun place in Salem! With the amazing inflatable structures, unbeatable customer service, and clean, safe environment, all you have to do is show up and enjoy the great atmosphere.

The Rock Boxx3895 Cascadia Canyon Ave. SESalem, OR 97302(503) 371-3134http://therockboxx.com/

The Rock Boxx is an indoor bouldering gym. There is 5,400 square feet of professionally designed and built climbing walls for climbers of all different experience levels. They offer fitness and yoga classes, as well as some programs, which mentor kids in their climbing skills. They also have some weight training equipment, and a full array of functional-type fitness equipment.

Young At Art1255 Broadway NESalem, OR 97301(503) 737-4271http://www.youngatartor.com/

From baby crawls to paint and wine nights, there truly is something for everyone at our all ages arts and crafts studio. We invite you to come on in and create, or attend one of our studio hosted classes and get step-by-step instruction from one of our fantastic artists. GamingWhere to buy and play adult board games:

Borderlands Games546 High St. NESalem, OR 97301(503) 485-2554http://salemgames.co/

Gamestar – Commercial5247 Commercial ST. SESalem, OR 97306(503)-364-3125http://www.gamestarinc.net/

Gamestar – Lancaster3070 Lancaster Dr. NESalem, OR(503) 339-7227http://www.gamestarinc.net/

Haven Gaming5008 Commerial St. SESalem, OR 97306(503) 990-7570http://www.havengamestore.com/

Meta-Gaming4555 Liberty Rd S. suite 340Salem, OR(971) 599-1684http://www.metagamingnw.com/https://www.facebook.com/metagamingnw

Timesync Gaming1545 Hawthorne AveSalem, OR 97301(503) 385-1913http://timesyncgaming.com/Wild Things Games241 Commercial St. NESalem, OR(503) 364-4263http://www.wildthingsgames.com/

My Mom’s Basement303 Main St. EMonmouth, OR 96361(503) 837-0945http://www.mmbgamestore.com/https://www.facebook.com/My-Moms-Basement-123449791013405/

Stayton’s Hobby Hut715 N 1st St.Stayton, OR(503) 767-4595https://www.facebook.com/Staytons-Hobby-Hut-143372052393017/timeline?ref=page_internal

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Salem-Area Gardens

Adelman Peony Gardens 5690 Brooklake Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 393-6185 www.peonyparadise.com

Brooks Gardens 6219 Topaz St NEBrooks, OR 97305(503) 393-7999www.brooksgardens.com/

Delbert Hunter Arboretum and Botanic Garden Dallas City Park, south endDallas, OR 97338(503) 623-7359 http://www.delberthunterarboretum.org/

French Prairie Gardens 17673 French Prairie Rd.St. Paul, OR 97137(503) 633-8445www.fpgardens.com Frey’s Dahlias 12054 Brick RdTurner, OR 97392(503) 743-3910 www.freysdahlias.com

Historic Deepwood GardensBush’s Pasture Park1116 Mission St Salem, OR 97301(503) 363-1825www.historicdeepwoodestate.org

The Oregon Garden 879 W Main StSilverton, OR 97381(503) 874-8100www.oregongarden.org

Schreiner’s Gardens 3625 Quinaby Rd NESalem, OR 97303(503) 393-3232www.schreinersgardens.com

Willamette University’s Martha Springer Botanical Garden and Rose Garden900 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 370-6532 www.willamette.edu

Willson Park/Capitol Park Mall 900 Court StSalem, OR 97301(503) 986-1388 http://traveloregon.com/see-do/attractions/outdoors-nature/willson-park-capitol-park-mall/

Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm 33814 S Meridian Rd

Woodburn, OR 97071(800) 711-2006

www.woodenshoe.com

Community Gardens

The City of Salem has partnered with Sun Gardens, Inc., Marion-Polk Food Share, OSU/Extension Master Gardeners, and other individuals to create neighborhood gardens throughout the city. Brimming with fresh produce, these gardens are great options for individuals and families who don’t have enough land to cultivate crops where they live.

Community Sun Garden5660 Sunnyside Rd SSalem, OR 97306(503) 378-1847

Hammond Park4900 Bayne St NESalem, OR 97305

Orchard Heights Park1165 Orchard Heights Rd NW

Salem, OR 97304(503) 508-2067

A complete list of Salem’s parks: www.

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PeTshen you make your home in Salem, your pet can enjoy a terrific lifestyle. The great outdoors

beckons for exercise with off-leash parks for your canine friends, as well as trails and boarding facilities for your equine ones. There are plenty of shops, services and vets to provide for the care and feeding of your pets, plus friendly neighbors who share your devotion to critters of all types.

Dog Parks and Trails

Dogs on leashes are welcome in all Salem parks, but there are limited off-leash areas. Most parks have Mutt Mitt dispensers so owners can pick up after a pet, which helps keep parks cleaner and safer for visitors. You can purchase refills of 800 Mutt Mitts for $65; if you are interested in donating, send an email to SalemParks@cityofsalem.net.

Bush Pasture Park890 Mission St SESalem, OR 97302

This 90-acre park has open meadows shaded by mature trees as well as many fields for playing Frisbee or throwing a ball. There are plenty of trails perfect for walking, jogging or running and dogs are welcome, but must be on leash at all times.

Cascade Gateway Park 2100 Turner Rd SESalem, OR 97302

Cascade Gateway Park covers more than 100 acres and has three sites that can be reserved, as well as many paths, trees, and natural areas. There are 2 off-leash fenced areas for dogs, one for small dogs and the other for large dogs.

Keizer Rapids ParkWest end of Chemawa Rd.Keizer, OR 97307

This park is home to the largest off-leash park in the city. It has 2 very large fenced in areas, one for large dogs and one for small dogs. They each include a shelter and benches. The park has a seasonable drinking fountain and has portable toilets. Disposable bags are available as well.

Minto-Brown Island Park2200 Minto Island Rd SESalem, OR 97302

This park offers a designated, unfenced area for dogs to socialize and play off-leash with disposal bags available. The area features a wild section of tall weeds, as well as a grassy play area with picnic tables. Dogs must be leashed when outside the off-leash area.

Orchard Heights Park1165 Orchard Heights Rd NW Salem, OR 97304

This park has a small, designated area where dogs can play off-leash. Located near the Salem/Keizer border, half the property is open and relatively flat, flanking an orchard that rises up the hillside. Glen Creek meanders through the central portion of the park with oak, alder and cottonwood trees growing along the banks of the stream. Dogs must be leashed when outside the off-leash areas.

Oregon Garden879 West Main StSilverton, OR 97381(503) 874-8100www.oregongarden.org

Located on 80 acres in historic Silverton, the Oregon Garden is one of the state’s most popular destinations, where thousands of plants are displayed in more than 20 specialty gardens. The pet-friendly garden welcomes you to stroll with your pet while admiring dramatic views of the Willamette Valley.

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Dog Training & Obedience

Cascade Retriever KennelKeizer, OR 97303(503) 370-7440

Dogspring Training and BehaviorSalem OR(503) 951-2092http://www.dogspringtraining.com/

My Dogs Gym and Training Center1337 Madison St NESalem, OR 97301(971) 239-5518http://mydoggym.com/

Pet Village, LTD3185 Turner Rd SESalem, OR 97302(503) 363-DOGS (3647)www.petvillageltd.com

Social Graces Dog Training (special private lessons)PO Box 804Lyons, OR 97358(503) 859-DOGS (3647)socialgracestraining@gmail.com

Suite Dog Daze2090 Front St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 383-7833http://www.doggydaycaresalem.com/

Sunnyview Labradors9365 Sunnyview Rd. NESalem, OR 97317(503) 378-0333http://www.sunnyviewlabradors.com/

Horse Farm Boarding Stables

Bolen Quarter Horse Farms3755 71st Ave SESalem, OR 97317(503) 851-2573

Bolen Quarter Horse Farms is a boarding facility with full care and self care (you clean your own stall daily). It has a 71x120 sand indoor arena, two outdoor arenas, 12x12 noble stalls and auto waters.

Brawley Farms4556 Wintercreek Rd SEJefferson, OR 97352(800) 743-4414www.brawleyfarms.com

Brawley Farms offers training in jumping, hunting, equitation, dressage and general riding instruction. It has horses available for lessons in its complete indoor/outdoor facility for boarding and training. Each summer, it hosts the Brawley Farms Summer Classic, which is a USEF “A”-rated show and one of the most fun outdoor shows in the Northwest.

Holiday Rose Ranch410 55th Ave NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 585-3834

Holiday Rose Ranch offers training and boarding. It has many years of experience and is a very nice facility with everything you need.

KeyVale Farms3580 SE Jefferson Scio DrJefferson, OR 97352(541) 990-9101

KeyVale Farms is a full- and partial-care boarding facility. It feeds good-quality grass hay and grain. There is a large 80 x 120 indoor arena and an XL 150 x 150 outdoor arena with all-weather footing. Both the outdoor arena and the 60’ round pen can be used year round. It is a new, clean facility with horse-safe fencing. KeyVale Farms is dedicated to the care and well-being of the horses. Riding lessons in all disciplines are also available, on their well-trained school horses or on your own horse.

LandsWest Ranch3445 Valley Creek Rd NW Salem, OR 97304(503) 480-9210

LandsWest Ranch is located minutes from downtown Salem Oregon. It is a family-oriented barn where all riding disciplines are welcome. Trainer Heather Kennedy now offers lessons at LandsWest Ranch, where her unique style of training encourages and nurtures the riders’ love of riding. It offers nine spacious, matted, well-maintained indoor stalls with automatic waterers and

six double-occupancy outdoor stalls with attached paddocks.

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room and you are welcome to bring your music CDs. LandsWest Ranch also has a 50’ outdoor round pen. All breeds and riding disciplines are welcome.

Laurel Mountain Farms32650 Joseph LanePhilomath, OR 97370(541) 929-4772www.laurelmountainfarms.com

Laurel Mountain Farms specializes in breeding and training for the finest horse experience possible. Its goal is to produce horses of exceptional quality for use in Three-Day Eventing, AQHA Events and All Around Horses for beginners, amateurs and serious competitors. Laurel Mountain Farms believes in the exceptional quality of its horses and their ability to offer a wonderful partnership.

Pioneer Tack7743 Mill Creek SEAumsville, OR 97325 (503) 749-2780 www.pioneertackshow.weebly.com

Basic full care includes hay fed twice per day or as needed, LMF Super Supplement daily or grain as needed, stalls cleaned daily, use of the indoor arena and the feeding of your supplements. The owner may

turn the horse out in the designated paddock while present. Boarding starts at $150 per month, plus whatever options you want. The retirement

program offers everything for

$350 per month. Pioneer Tack also

offers arena rental, riding lessons (leadline

starting at age 2) and tack sales.

Skyline Stable7514 Skyline RdSalem, OR 97306(503) 364-2300www.skyline-stable.com

Situated in the beautiful South Salem Hills, Skyline Stable consists of two barns that overlook the Willamette Valley. The “Lower Barn” is a colonial-style, two-story building with nine matted stalls, automatic watering systems, a tack room and a cobblestone center aisle. The “Upper,” or “Arena Barn,” has one of the largest privately owned indoor arenas in the Salem area, a wide center aisle with 16 matted stalls, automatic watering systems, a tack room, a double wash rack, a restroom and feed rooms. Amenities include indoor and outdoor arenas, jumps, barrels, poles, turn outs and access to trails. Haul-ins and visitors are welcome.

Horseback Riding

Century Farm Equestrian Center40835 Oupor DrScio, OR 97374(503) 394-4122http://www.facebook.com/pages/Century-Farm-Equestrian-Center/1020008643192577

Located in nearby Scio, Century Farm is both a rental and boarding facility. Come ready to saddle up for a guided or solo ride through the surrounding scenic hills.

Jory Hill Stables2908 Nehalem StSalem, OR 97306(503) 362-0178https://www.facebook.com/joryhillstables/

Provides a fun and safe environment for riders and horses at any level to participate in a quality training program. Offer camps, lessons, training, and boarding.

Willamette Mission State Parkwww.oregonstateparks.org/park_139.php

This 1,680-acre park, just eight miles from Salem, is not only a stunningly beautiful natural environment, but also a significant historic site. It has grassy meadows filled with flowers, plants, trees and wildlife, plus eight miles of trails along the river for riding. Horse camp facilities include four sites that can accommodate up to two camping units and four pack animals.

Pet Adoption Services

Willamette Humane Society 4246 Turner Rd SESalem, OR 97317(503) 585-5900 www.whs4pets.org

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The Willamette Humane Society is dedicated to promoting the welfare of animals through leadership, education and action, WHS exists to provide a temporary shelter for discarded, abused, abandoned and lost animals as an open-admission shelter, complete families by matching companion animals with people and lead the community through education by teaching respect and compassion for animals.

Salem Friends of Felines980 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 362-5611 www.salemfriendsoffelines.org

Salem Friends of Felines is a large group of dedicated, caring individuals committed to helping cats and people in our community. The organization helps as many homeless cats and kittens as it can by placing them in loving permanent homes, reducing feline over-population through education and a spay/neuter assistance program and bringing more public awareness to the plight of homeless and unwanted cats.

Pet Boarding & Daycare

Cats Only Luxury Boarding3416 Orchard Heights Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 585-8151www.catsonlyoregon.com

Self-described as the “Classy Hotel for the Classy Cat,” this Salem facility features no cages or kennels. Each private hotel room has a window, climbing tree, catwalk, bench and secret hiding space.

The Country Hound Inn3280 Brush College Rd NWSalem OR 97304(503) 798-2010www.thecountryhoundinn.webs.com

The Country Hound Inn is located in West Salem. Nestled in a beautiful

country setting, it is a special place to leave your dog. They are a cage free facility with acreage to run. Dogs have freedom to play and socialize all day. They have a climate controlled “dog room” with elevated beds for sleeping and resting. There is plenty of fenced grassy areas to play and a large 100x200 arena for fetching and running. All sizes and ages are welcome.

Pet Village3185 Turner Rd SESalem, OR 97302(503) 363-3647www.petvillageltd.com

This Salem boarding facility for dogs and cats, gives each animal guest individual attention. There are 100 indoor/outdoor runs for dogs. The runs are heated, cleaned and disinfected daily. There are separate accommodations for small dogs. Cats are boarded separately from dogs and owners can choose from cages or deluxe cat condos. Premium pet food is served or you can bring your own. Leave for your travels knowing your furry friend will be warm, safe and well cared for.

The Shaggy Dog11975 Clow Corner Rd.Dallas, OR 97338(503) 623-3883http://www.theshaggydog.net/

The Shaggy Dog boarding facility was founded in 1989. Stringent guidelines set forth by the American Boarding Kennel Association (now Pet Care Services Association) were followed. Shelly Richardson has operated The Shaggy Dog boarding kennel since October of 2000. She and her husband have lived with English Springer Spaniels for over 30 years. They live on the property, just steps away from the kennel. They have created a friendly and inviting home away from home for your pet, where she and her staff provide full service dog and cat boarding, grooming, and doggy daycare. The facility has tempered glass fencing and tiled floors.

Exercise enclosures and a daycare room have provided pet owners with more service options, while the new heating/cooling and electrical backup systems ensure that pets will be comfortable on the hottest summer days and the coldest winter nights, even during a power outage.

Wags to Whiskershttp://www.wagstowhiskersweb.com/Phone: 503-588-2109 or 503-930-9256 Email: info@wagstowhiskersweb.com

Wags to Whiskers provides quality care for your pet and home in the Salem-Keizer and surrounding areas. Our services include, but are not limited to: daily or overnight visits while you are vacationing, afternoon or mid-day visits if you work long or unusual hours, dog walking, pet taxi to and from vet or groomer, welfare visits for seniors or other loved ones with or without pets. They strive to bring you peace of mind by knowing your loving companion is being cared for in their familiar and comfortable home environment, by caring and dedicated pet lovers. 

Pet Grooming

Claws-n-Paws Pet Spa621 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 363- 7297

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Everything Pawsible Grooming1415 Liberty St NESalem, OR 97303(503) 362-5858

Laura’s Laundramutt Grooming1705 25th St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 967 6116

Pet Etc.1145 Edgewater St NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 375-3573http://petetc.net/

Pooch Parlor and Kitty Too3493 River RoadKeizer, OR 97303(503) 509-0233www.keizerpoochparlor.com

Pup in a Tub3886 Center St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 589-9572

Soapy Paws 3870 Commercial SESalem, OR 97302(503) 585-2300www.soapypaws.com

Wilco Farm Store3285 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 364-0840http://www.truevalue.com/

Veterinarians

Capitol Veterinary Clinic1750 12th St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 399-1461

Countryside Veterinary Clinic2377 Winter Creek RdJefferson, OR 97352(503) 327-3758

Creekside Veterinary Clinic113 McNary Estates Dr. suite BKeizer, OR 97303(503) 390-5222www.creeksideveterinary.com/

Hoffman Veterinary Clinic2585 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97305(503) 585-6793http://hoffmanveterinaryclinic.vetstreet.com/

Keizer Veterinary Clinic4815 River Rd NKeizer, OR 97303(503) 393-3633www.keizervet.com

Oak Hills Veterinary Clinic & Bird Hospital 1212 Wallace Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 581-8161http://oakhillsvetclinic.com/

The Pet Clinic4089 State St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 370-9988www.thepetclinic.com

Salem Oregon Animal Rehabilitation3215 Market St. NE (inside Emergency Clinic below)Salem, OR 97301(503) 1010www.soarvet.com

Salem Veterinary Emergency Clinic3215 Market St NESalem, Or 97301(503) 588-8082http://www.salemervet.com/

South Salem Veterinary Clinic3940 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 581-1674www.southsalemvet.com

VCA Salem Animal Hospital4053 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302 (503) 581-1438www.vcahospitals.com/salem

Vitality Pet Hospital4580 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503)399-8300http://vitalitypethospital.com/

West Salem Animal Clinic, P.C.1174 Edgewater St NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 588-2903http://www.westsalemanimalclinic.com/

Willamette Valley Animal Hospital5111 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97306(503) 743-8001www.wvah.net

Willamette Valley Animal Hospital4975 River RdKeizer, OR 97303(503) 393-7462www.wvah.net

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Golf CoursesCreekside Golf Course6250 Club House Dr SE Salem, OR 97306https://www.golfcreekside.com/

The 18-hole Creekside course at the Creekside Golf Course facility features 6,887 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 73.6 and it has a slope rating of 131 on Bermuda grass. Designed by Peter Jacobsen, the Creekside Golf Course opened in 1993. It is a private golf course, but public dining.

Cross Creek Golf Course 13935 Highway 22 Dallas, OR 97338(503) 623-6666 www.crosscreekgc.com

The 18-hole Cross Creek course at the Cross Creek Golf Course facility in Dallas features 6,884 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 72.1 and it has a slope rating of 120. Designed by William G. Robinson, ASGCA/Tim Tarpley, the Cross Creek Golf Course opened in 1998.

Dallas Golf Course 11875 Orrs Corner Rd

Dallas, OR 97338(503) 623-6832

http://www.oregongolf.com/courses/dallas/

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The 9-hole Dallas course at the Dallas Golf Club facility in Dallas features 2,031 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 31. The course rating is 59.6 and it has a slope rating of 95.

Dallas Golf Course opened in 1990.

Evergreen Golf Course 11694 W Church Rd NE Mount Angel, OR 97362 (503) 845-9911 www.evergreenoregon.com

The 9-hole Evergreen course at the Evergreen Golf Club facility in Mount Angel features 3,021 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36 . The course rating is 34.3 and it has a slope rating of 114. Designed by Bill Schaefer, the Evergreen Golf Course opened in 1962.

Illahe Hills Country Club 3376 Country Club Rd Dr Salem, OR 97302(503) 364-0117 www.illahehills.com

The 18-hole Illahe Hills course at the Illahe Hills Country Club facility features 6,735 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 72.4 and it has a slope rating of 130 on Bluegrass. Designed by William F. Bell, ASGCA/(R) Robert Muir Graves, ASGCA, the Illahe Hills Golf Course opened in 1961. Illahe Hills is Salem’s only private, members-only country club.

Meadowlawn Golf Course 3898 Meadowlawn Loop SE Salem, OR 97317United States (503) 363-7391 www.meadowlawngolf.net

The 9-hole Meadowlawn course at the Meadowlawn Golf Course facility features 2,043 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 32. The course rating is 59.5 and it has a slope rating of 95 on Rye grass. Designed by Lee Ohmart, the Meadowlawn Golf Course opened in 1969.

hether you’re looking to spend some time on the driving range or complete an 18-hole

course, Salem has a large number of golf courses where you can practice your swing to your heart’s content. Don’t miss the SEDCOR Annual Golf Tournament and the Annual Salem Chamber Golf Tournament, both of which are held at Salem-area golf courses.

Auburn Center Golf Course 5220 Center St NE Salem, OR 97317(503) 363-4404 http://www.oregongolf.com/

The 9-hole Auburn Center course at the Auburn Center Golf Club facility features 1,338 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 29. Designed by Wayne Larson/Sue Larson, the Auburn Center Golf Course opened in 1959. This is a public golf course.

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McNary Golf Course 155 McNary Estates Dr N Keizer, OR 97303 (503) 393-4653 http://mcnarygolfclub.com/site/

The 18-hole McNary course at the McNary Golf Club facility in Keizer features 6,215 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 69.2 and it has a slope rating of 121 on Bluegrass. Designed by Fred Federspiel/Fred Sparks, the McNary Golf Course opened in 1962.

Oak Knoll Golf Course 6335 Highway 22 Independence, OR 97351(503) 378-0344 http://www.oregongolf.com/

The 18-hole Oak Knoll course at the Oak Knoll Golf Course facility in Independence features 6,310 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 68.6 and it has a slope rating of 113 on grass. Designed by Al Olsen, the Oak Knoll Golf Course opened in 1926.

Oregon Golf Course 905 NW Springhill Dr Albany, OR 97321(541) 928-8338 http://www.oregongolf.com/courses/albany/gc-of-oregon/

The 18-hole Oregon course at the Golf Club of Oregon facility in Albany features 5,841 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. The course rating is 67.8 and it has a slope rating of 111 on grass. Designed by Ralph Roberts/J.E. Roberts, the Oregon Golf Course opened in 1929.

Salem Golf Club 2025 Golf Course Rd S Salem, OR 97302(503) 363-6652 www.salemgolfclub.com

The 18-hole Salem course at the Salem Golf Club facility in Salem, Oregon features 6,200 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 68.4 and it has a slope rating of 114 on Bluegrass. Designed by Ercel Kay, the Salem Golf Club course opened in 1928.

Salemtowne Golf Course 2900 Oakcrest Dr NW Salem, OR 97304(503) 362-2215 http://www.salemtowne.us/

The 9-hole Salemtowne course at the Salemtowne Golf Club facility in Salem, Oregon features all the hallmarks of Oregon golf. Designed by William Schafer, the Salemtowne golf course opened in 1967. This is a private, exclusive golf course, but annual non-resident golf memberships are available with sponsorship by a Salemtowne resident.http://www.salemtowne.us/

Santiam Golf Course 8724 Golf Club Rd SE Aumsville, OR 97325(503) 769-3485 www.santiamgolfclub.com

The 18-hole Santiam course at the Santiam Golf Club facility in Aumsville features 6,392 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 69.9 and it has a slope rating of 123 on Bluegrass. Designed by Fred Federspiel, the Santiam golf course opened in 1959.

Spring Hill Golf Course 155 NW Country Club LnAlbany, OR 97321(541) 926-6059 www.springhillcc.com

The 18-hole Spring Hill course at the Spring Hill Country Club facility in Albany features 6,432 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 70.5 and it has a slope rating of 120 on Rye grass. Designed by Bud Fortier/Bill Robinson, the Spring Hill Golf Course opened in 1960.

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sWimminG PoolsCourthouse Athletic Club

Several locations to choose fromwww.fitfx.com

Dallas Aquatic Center 1005 SE LaCreole Dr.

Dallas, OR 97338(503) 623-9715 or (503) 623-2564

www.ci.dallas.or.us

Kroc CenterSalvation Army Kroc Corps

Community Center1865 Bill Frey Dr NE

Salem, OR 97301 (503) 566-5765http://kroc.salvationarmysalem.org/

Olinger Aquatic Fitness Center1310 A StreetSalem, OR 97301Home of the NW Aquatics swim team and offers swim lessonshttps://www.allteamz.com/northwest-aquatics-olinger-aquatic-fitness

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sPorTs TeamsSalem-Keizer Volcanoes Stadium Pro Shop6700 Field of Dreams WayKeizer, OR 97307www.volcanoesbaseball.com

The local minor-league baseball team is the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes. The team plays its home games in the Volcanoes Stadium in Keizer, just north of Salem.

Salem Stampede The Hoop3575 Fairview Industrial Dr.Salem, OR 97302(503) 371-4667www.salemstampede.comCheck their Facebook page.

Salem Stampede is part of the International Basketball League. The team plays its home games at The Hoop.

Corban University Warriors5000 Deer Park Dr SESalem, OR 97317(503) 581-8600http://corbanwarriors.com/

The Corban Univrsity Warriors have teams for baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer and track & field.

Willamette University BearcatsDepartment of Athletics900 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 370-6420www.willamette.edu/athletics

The Willamette University Bearcats have teams for baseball, softball, basketball, track, football, golf, rowing, soccer, swimming, tennis, volleyball and more.

hat’s better than going to a ballgame? Not much! Salem has several local teams that the locals root

for and rally behind on game day.

Portland Timbers(503) 553-5400 www.timbers.com

The Portland Timbers are a major league soccer team playing at Providence Park in Portland.

The Portland Timbers U23 development team will train and play games at the Willamette university facilities.

Portland Trailblazers(503) 797-9600www.nba.com/blazers

The Trailblazers are a professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon. They play in Portland’s Moda Center, just an hour’s drive north of Salem.

The Portland Winterhawks300 N. Winning WayPortland, OR 97227(503) 238-6366www.winterhawks.com

The Portland Winterhawks are a major junior ice hockey team playing in the Western Hockey League, which is one of 3 leagues that make up the Canadian Hockey League. The Winterhawks split their games between the Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The arenas are adjacent to each other in Portland’s Rose Quarter district, which is just east of downtown. The arenas are easily accessible by car, with entrances and exits to both Interstate 5 and Interstate 84. In addition, the Rose Quarter is a stop along the blue, red and yellow MAX lines.

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eduCaTionWillamette Education Service District2611 Pringle Rd SESalem, OR 97302(503) 588-5330

WESD provides services, support and leadership to the 21 school districts in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties, as well as to support districts across the state. Every school district is responsible to locate, evaluate and serve children who have needs in the area of cognitive, motor, social, behavior, speech/hearing, or vision from birth through 21 years of age. For children birth to 5 years old suspected of having needs in one or more of the above listed areas, contact the intake specialist for the Willamette Education Service District at 503-385-4714 (Marion County) and (503) 435-5918 (Polk and Yamhill Counties). For children in kindergarten to 21 years of age, or if you have questions about services, contact WESD at (503) 588-5330.

Salem also has some schools that operate outside

the jurisdiction of the Salem-Keizer

24J School District:

Abiqua School6374 Bates Rd SSalem, OR 97306(503) 399-9020 www.abiquaschool.orgPreK – 12th grade

Blanchet Catholic School4373 Market St. NESalem. OR 97301(503) 391-2636www.blanchetcatholicschool.comGrades 6-12

Chemawa Indian School3700 Chemawa Rd NSalem, OR 97305(503) 399-5721http://www.chemawa.bie.edu/

Chemawa Indian School is the nation’s oldest continuously operating boarding school. It serves Alaska Natives and Native American students in grades 9-12 and has thousands of graduates.

Cross Hill Christian School2105 Keizer Rd. NEKeizer, OR 97303(503) 566-8520www.crosshillchristian.comPreK – 12th Grade

Cross Hill Christian School2707 Maranatha Ct. SETurner, OR 97392(503) 566-8520www.crosshillchristian.comPreK – 12th Grade

Immanuel Lutheran School510 Idlywood Dr. SESalem, OR 97302(503) 371-5473www.immanuelsalem.comPreK – 8th Grade

Montessori Discovery Center1055 Electric Ave SESalem, OR 97302-2157(503) 371-3415 http://montessoridiscovery.com/2 ½ years through elementary school

K-12 Schools

There are 67 schools in the Salem-Keizer 24J School District, including four charter schools. You can find a complete list of schools, including descriptions and contact information, at www.salkeiz.k12.or.us/content/schools. In addition, you can see which school your child would attend by clicking on the “School Finder” link on that page.

The Oregon Department of Education produces yearly report cards for schools and districts. These reports provide educators with an opportunity to communicate directly with parents and community members about how local schools are performing. You can use it to compare schools as you select a neighborhood in Salem. You can find the report cards online atwww.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=116

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Montessori Discovery Center875 Promontory Pl SESalem, OR 97302-2157(503) 371-3415 http://montessoridiscovery.com/2 ½ years through elementary school

Oregon School for the Deaf999 Locust St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 378-3825 www.osd.k12.or.us

The Oregon School for the Deaf is a public school that serves deaf and hard-of-hearing students from kindergarten through 21 years of age. It has a program to teach living skills for students who have modified diplomas or certificates.

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church1770 Baxter Rd SESalem, OR 97306(503) 399-8601 www.oursaviorssalem.orgPreschool – Elementary School

Queen of Peace Catholic School4227 Lone Oak Rd SESalem, OR 97302(503) 364-7202http://qpschool.org/PreK – 5th Grade

Salem Academy942 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301-2972(503) 378-1219 www.salemacademy.orgPreK – 12th Grade

St Joseph School373 Winter St NESalem, OR 97301-3833(503) 581-2147 www.stjosephchurch.com/schoolPreschool – 8th Grade

St Vincent De Paul School1015 Columbia St NESalem, OR 97303-5107(503) 363-8457 http://www.stvincentschoolsalem.org/PreK – 6th Grade

Preschools

ChildCarecenter.us, created in 2009, is a directory of child care centers throughout the United States. It was developed to help parent find child care services for their children. “Child development centers in Salem vary in size and scope. While some offer progressive curriculums and the latest advancements for preschools, others are more intimate daycare centers that take a more relaxed approach to childcare. Whatever your priorities, finding the right daycare center for your child is important. We’ve made the seemingly overwhelming task easier by collecting basic information such as size, location, and licensing information for child development centers in Salem into a single location. Simply click on the links below to learn more about Salem childcare centers that are dedicated to providing families with safe, quality childcare.”http://childcarecenter.us/oregon/salem_or_childcare

Bud to Blossom5000 Skyline Rd SSalem, OR 97306(503) 581-0707http://budtoblossomschool.com

Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten and Before & After School care for elementary school students

Buttercup Hill Children Center4515 Sunnyside Rd SE # ASalem, OR 97302-3928(503) 581-1733 www.buttercuphillinc.com

Preschool and Kindergarten

Chemeketa Child Development Center4000 Lancaster Dr. NESalem, OR 97309(503) 399-5107 www.chemeketa.edu

Christian Center Academy1850 45th Ave NESalem, OR 97305-1809(503) 399-7360

Creative Discoveries Preschool3735 Liberty Rd SSalem, OR 97302-5625(503) 362-3938 www.creativediscoveriespreschool.com

Enchanted Childcare982 Shangri La Ave NESalem, OR 97303-5035(503) 390-1232 http://enchantedchildcare.org/

Enchanted Childcare158 Chemawa Rd NKeizer, OR(503) 390-1232 http://enchantedchildcare.org/

First Baptist Church of SalemSonshine School395 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301-3567(503) 364-2285 www.fbcsalem.org

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First Presbyterian Child Dev770 Chemeketa St NESalem, OR 97301-3840(503) 399-8452 www.salemfpc.org

Salem Child Development Center1550 Fairgrounds Rd Salem, OR 97303 (503) 363-9821 www.salemchilddevelopmentcenter.org

Salem Christian Day School1550 Market St NESalem, OR 97301-1367(503) 375-2620 www.salemnaz.org

Salem Montessori SchoolSilverton Rd NESalem, OR 97303 0000(503) 364-6615 www.salemmontessorischool.comPreK and Kindergarten

Sonshine School395 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301-3524(503) 375-5764https://sonshinechristianschool.com/

St John School1350 Court St NESalem, OR 97301-4127(503) 588-0171 http://www.stjohnsalemschool.org/2 ½ years - Kindergarten

Willamette Christian Academy4910 Macleay Rd SESalem, OR 97301-5930(503) 363-7764

Childcare

Salem has many daycare options, so you’re sure to find the combination of facility, setting and style that is best for you and your family. Rather than attempting to list all the options here, we recommend that you contact the Central Coordination of Child Care Resource & Referral, which is a statewide organization that shapes and supports high-quality childcare by providing the vision and leadership for the continuous development and improvement of local child care resource and referral services throughout Oregon. You can search for childcare options based on location, licensing, languages and more online at www.oregonccrr.com

Institutions of Higher Learning & Vocational Schools

Chemeketa Community College4000 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97309(503) 399-5000www.chemeketa.edu

Chemeketa Community College is a community resource for quality education in a changing world, delivering opportunities for adult literacy, opening the door to all levels of college and creating centers of excellence in technical training, workforce development and business support. Students are all ages, from recent high school graduates to retired people.

The College of Hair Design Careers 1684 Clay St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 588-5888www.collegeofhairdesigncareers.com

The College of Hair Design Careers is a beauty school that is dedicated to the development and execution of an educational program in the basics of hair design, nail technology and esthetics, which enable students

to learn the theory, develop the technical and people skills necessary to pass examinations for the state certification and be employable in the cosmetology industry.

Corban University5000 Deer Park Dr SESalem, OR 97317-9392(503) 581-8600 https://www.corban.edu/

Corban University is an independent Christian college in Salem, Oregon, with more than 50 majors and programs of study including professional, liberal arts and ministries. Along with traditional and adult degree completion programs at the undergraduate level, Corban offers post-baccalaureate teacher licensure and graduate degrees in education, business administration and counseling.

George Fox University: Salem Center4600 25th Avenue NESalem, OR 97301(971) 239-4930www.georgefox.edu/salemcenter

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George Fox

University is a Christian

university of the humanities, sciences and

professional studies founded in 1891 by Quaker pioneers. It offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 40 majors, degree-completion programs for working adults, five seminary degrees and 11 master’s and doctoral degrees. It is consistently ranked as one of the top Christian universities on the West Coast. More than 3,300 students attend classes on the university’s residential campuses in Newberg, Portland, Salem and Boise centers as well as other teaching sites in Oregon.

Institute of Technology4707 Silverton Rd NESalem, OR 973051-888-319-7180www.iot.edu/iot

The Institute of Technology is a technical and medical training school that specializes in a wide array of medical programs.

Linfield College Division of Continuing Education – SalemBuilding 49, Room 218

4061 Winema Place NESalem, OR 97305(503) 399-5121 www.linfield.edu/dce.html

Adults in the Salem, Oregon area have eleven Linfield College degrees and certificates to choose from. Most of Linfield’s degrees and certificates can be completed through online coursework or through a combination of online and on-site courses. Working adults will find Linfield’s online degrees and certificates easy to fit into their schedules. Students can study and complete coursework at their convenience.

Oregon School of Massage: Salem Facility2111 Front St NE - Building 3Salem, OR 97301(503) 585-8912 www.oregonschoolofmassage.com

Oregon School of Massage, founded in 1984 and licensed by the Oregon Department of Education, is a private professional school devoted to massage and related health education. The school has a commitment to holistic education and the training is designed to integrate body, mind, heart and spirit. The rigorous study of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, hydrotherapy and massage is augmented by time for students to share their experiences both as givers and receivers of touch.

Phagans’ School of Beauty622 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97301(503) 363-6800 www.phagans-schools.com

Phagans’ School of Beauty incorporates advanced technical and business courses into its curriculum to give students the ability to reach new heights of personal & creative success. It offers courses in hair design, barbering, nail technology, esthetics and training.

Salem Campus of Northwest University 5313 Faith Ave NESalem, OR 97305 (503) 304-0092http://salem.northwestu.edu

The Salem Campus of Northwest University seeks to equip students for ministry by preparing students with a professional degree in biblical and ministerial studies, providing a source for the completion of academic work pertaining to licensure for ministry, and enhancing ministry to local congregations by providing advanced training for their members.

Tokyo International University1300 Mill St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 373-3300 www.tiua.edu

The one-year program at Tokyo International University of America (TIUA) and Willamette University enables students to pursue academic goals, develop intercultural awareness and explore personal values and interests. Co-curricular

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students opportunities to learn through experience about other people and cultures. As a result, students also gain and share insights about their own traditions and values.

University of Phoenix: The Salem Learning Center 670 Hawthorne Avenue SE Ste 110 Salem, OR 97301 (503) 364-5695www.phoenix.edu

The University of Phoenix Salem Learning Center is one of five campuses and learning centers in Oregon, and one of nearly 200 University of Phoenix locations in North America. Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix structures its degree programs to help students

incorporate learning into their busy schedules. Students who have a full-time job or are busy taking care of a family can still achieve their academic dreams at the Salem Learning Center.

Western Oregon University345 N. Monmouth AveMonmouth, OR 97361(503) 838-8000www.wou.edu

Western Oregon University (WOU), steadily emerging as a leading comprehensive public liberal arts institution, is committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in the Monmouth-Independence area, the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75 minutes from

Portland, the state’s cultural hub.

Willamette University 900 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 370-6300www.willamette.edu

Willamette University is a top-ranked private liberal arts university located directly across the street from Oregon’s Capitol. Home to 1,800 undergraduates and 760 graduate students in law, business and teaching, Willamette University’s campus, centered on the Mill Race and festooned with ancient trees and ample green spaces, strongly reflects the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Willamette University is a top-ranked private liberal arts university.

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crisis intervention, advocacy and community education for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the community

Community Action Agency, Inc.2475 Center St NE Salem, OR 97301(503) 585-6232 www.mwvcaa.org

Provides emergency assistance of last resort to low-income families and individuals; operates HOME Youth and Resource Center, a day shelter for at risk youth

alem’s residents are committed to community service, helping their less-fortunate neighbors.

The Willamette University motto, Not unto ourselves alone are we born, exemplifies this commitment to service work, not only for the university students, but also for community members. If you’re looking for volunteer opportunities, here are just a few of the worthy organizations that you might wish to support.

American Red Cross, Willamette Chapter675 Orchard Hts. Rd NW #200 Salem, OR 97304(503) 585-5414http://www.redcross.org/local/oregon

Helps community prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies; provides local disaster relief and emergency services for military families; and provides CPR, First Aid training and HIV/AIDS education

Assistance League of Salem1095 Saginaw St SSalem, OR 97302(503) 364-8318www.assistanceleaguesalem.org

Puts caring and commitment into action for the benefit of children and adults through community-based philanthropic programs

Boys & Girls Club of Salem1395 Summer St NESalem, OR 97303(503) 581-7383www.bgc-salem.org

Offers neighborhood-based youth development programs targeting at-risk youth; promotes positive self-esteem and provides prevention

skills to participants and supports the DaVinci Girls science program.

Casa of Marion County Inc.PO Box 12765Salem, OR 97309(503) 378-6327www.CASAMarionOr.ORG

Recruits, trains and deploys volunteers to assist abused and neglected foster children in juvenile court

Catholic Community Services3737 Portland Rd NE Keizer, OR 97307(503) 390-2600 www.ccswv.org

Catholic Community Services provides child and family services and behavioral health services including treatment foster care; Healthy Start; alcohol and drug treatment; mental health counseling; and nurturing homes for children in long-term foster care, teen girls who are pregnant or parenting their babies, and adults who are medically fragile and have developmental disabilities.

Center for Hope & Safety (formally Mid-Valley Women’s Crisis Service)605 Center St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 378-1572www.mvwcs.com

Provides a 24-hour bilingual hotline, shelter, support groups, individual

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Family Building Blocks2425 Lancaster Drive NESalem, OR 97305(503) 566-2132https://www.familybuildingblocks.org/

Provides therapeutic classes, respite care, home visits, parent education and support services for families with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers

Family YMCA of Marion & Polk Counties685 Court Street NE Salem, OR 97301(503)-581-9622www.theyonline.org/

Provides mental, social and spiritual development to youth and adults of all ages through family programs, teen center, and the gymnastics program

Farmworker Housing Development Corporation1274 Fifth St, Suite 1-A

Woodburn, OR 97071(503) 981-1324

www.fhdc.org

Creates a secure environment for farm working families through affordable housing, social services, education and economic development

Garten Services, Inc.PO Box 7310Salem, OR 97303(503) 581-4472 www.garten.org

Provides support to people with disabilities in their effort to contribute to the community through employment, career and retirement opportunities

Habitat for Humanity1220 12th St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 364-6642www.salemhabitat.org

Promotes home ownership with volunteers building houses in partnership with local residents in need of adequate, affordable housing

Helping Hands1444 Liberty St SESalem, OR 97302 (503) 364-9936www.helpinghands-salem.org

Provides clothing, small household items, bedding, and layettes free of

charge to anyone in need

Liberty House2685 4th St NESalem OR 97301(503) 540-0288www.libertyhousecenter.org

Facilitates coordinated child-focused services for children who may have been abused or neglected; provides medical evaluations and

intervention services

Mano a Mano2921 Saddle Club St SE #1009

Salem, OR 97317(503) 315-2290

www.manomanofamily.com

Educates Latino and low-income clients on how to become self-sufficient and active contributors to their community; Youth Empowerment Project promotes positive youth development for children and youth

Marion-Polk Food Share1660 Salem Industrial Dr NESalem, OR 97301www.marionpolkfoodshare.org

Provides food for people at risk of hunger in Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

Meals on Wheels (Salem-Keizer)2615 Portland Rd NESalem, OR 97301(503) 364-2856 www.mowaa.org

Promotes nutritional health and social wellbeing to seniors and disabled residents

Mid Valley Mentors3030 Center St NE Salem, OR 97302(503) 584-4803 www.midvalleymentors.org

Recruits, trains and matches volunteer mentors with at-risk youth via its Juvenile Enrichment through Mentoring (JEM) program and formerly incarcerated adults via its Reentry Solutions Program (RSP)

Northwest Human Services, Inc.681 Center St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 588-5828www.northwesthumanservices.org

Operates medical, dental and mental health clinics-West Salem and Monmouth; provides services and shelter for homeless adults and youth; operates a crisis hotline; provides advocacy and counseling for the deaf and hearing impaired

Resource Connections of Oregon3876 Beverly Ave Bldg G-1Salem OR 97305(503) 485-2510www.resourceconnections.org

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Helps people with Developmental Disabilities get employment, housing and other supports to help them remain a competent part of the community

Rotary Club of Salem, OregonPO Box 3981Salem, OR 97302(503) 580-2296www.rotaryclubofsalem.com

Provides service to others, promotes integrity, and advances world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders

Salem/Keizer Coalition for EqualityPO Box 4296Salem, OR 97302(503) 363-3909 www.skcequality.org

Promotes equity for children in Salem/Keizer Public School District and in the community by advocating for the respect of civil and human rights of all people and seeking accountability from all Salem/Keizer community administrators, policy makers, staff and employees

The Salvation Army1887 Front St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 399-0206www.salvationarmyusa.org

Alleviate poverty, meeting the needs of the poor through our homeless shelter and social service programs; operates the Salvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center (see page 32), which offers programs in fitness, the fine arts, aquatics, sports, and rock climbing, as well as camps and more

South Salem Senior Center6450 Fairway Ave SESalem, OR 97306www.southsalemseniors.org

Promotes activities for the educational, recreational and social and cultural needs of seniors 50 years of age and older; assists

seniors in staying active and making full use of their abilities

SMART (Make A Reader Today)4068 Hudson Ave NESalem, OR 97301(503) 391-8423www.getsmartoregon.cor

Learning to read is one of the most important steps in a child’s life, laying the vital foundation for future knowledge and education. Research proves that shared book reading and access to books in the home during a child’s first, formative years are the strongest predictors of early literacy skills. Founded in 1992, SMART’s proven model engages community volunteers across Oregon to read one-on-one with PreK through third-grade children for one hour per week during the school year. SMART volunteers model reading aloud and ignite a love of reading in children, helping build reading skills, motivation and self-confidence. SMART students also receive up to 14 new books to take home and keep each year.

United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley455 Bliler Ave NESalem, OR 97301www.unitedwaymwv.org

Collaborates with agency partners to identify community needs and address their underlying causes; invests financial, in-kind and volunteer resources in programs and initiatives that address these core needs and that have lasting and measurable results on community conditions

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museumsexperience in Salem, Oregon’s Riverfront Park.

Antique Powerland Museums3995 Brooklake Rd NEBrooks, OR 97303(503) 393-2424www.antiquepowerland.com

Antique Powerland is a power equipment heritage site operated by the Antique Powerland Museum Association, a non-profit organization. Antique Powerland was originally established by a group of

enthusiasts dedicated to the preservation, restoration

and demonstration of steam

powered

equipment, antique farm machinery and implements. It includes the Pacific Northwest Truck Museum, the Willow Creek Railroad and the Oregon Electric Railway Museum Street Car Rides.

Brunk House5705 Salem Dallas Hwy NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 371-8586

The Brunk House is located between Dallas and Salem. It was built in 1861. The home has been restored and is now open to the public during the summer months. It provides insight into day-to-day living of the past.

The Bush Barn Art Center Galleries600 Mission St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 581-2228www.salemart.org

Once home to the Bush family’s farm equipment, the Bush Barn Art Center in Salem, Oregon, is a renovated, city-owned, historic building now housing two contemporary exhibition galleries and a consignment and rental gallery. Also located in the Bush Barn Art Center are the administrative offices for the Salem Art Association. The Bush Barn Art Center is located just opposite the Bush House Museum in lovely Bush’s Pasture Park.

Bush House Museum600 Mission St SE

Salem, OR 97302(503) 363-4714

www.salemart.org

Explore Salem’s history with a visit to the historic Bush House Museum, an 1878 Italianate residence that was home to pioneer businessman Asahel Bush II and his family. The Museum preserves an extensive collection

A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village116 Marion St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 371-3631 www.acgilbert.org

A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village offers year-round fun with indoor & outdoor interactive exhibits that promote learning through play. Kids & adults alike enjoy the three historic houses and 20,000-square-foot Outdoor Discovery Center. The hands-on children’s museum invites families & groups to enjoy a truly unique educational

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of historic fittings and furnishings, including original wallpapers and ornate marble fireplaces. The museum is located on the grounds of Bush’s Pasture Park, once the family estate and now home to a fine collection of vintage roses, the oldest greenhouse in Oregon and a historic barn building that has been transformed into a community arts center.

Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum500 NE Capt. Michael King Smith WayMcMinnville, OR 97128(509) 434-4180www.sprucegoose.org

The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in nearby McMinnville has airplane and helicopter exhibits, artifacts, a research library and archive collections, as well as an IMAX 3-D theater. It is also home of the HK-1 flying boat known as the w”. The museum strives to inspire and educate while promoting and preserving aviation and space history and honoring the patriotic service of veterans.

Forest History CenterOregon Department of Forestry Headquarters2600 State StSalem, OR 97310(503) 945-7208www.foresthistorycenter.oregon.gov

The Forest History Center is a place to preserve, remember, and provide an opportunity to learn about Oregon’s forestry history and its legacy before too much is lost. The changing displays cover all aspects of the forestry profession, from early logging by oxen and early lookout towers, to the latest use of aircraft, computers, and satellite imagery.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Gordon House 879 W Main St (next to The Oregon Garden, see page 34)Silverton, OR 97381(503) 874-6006www.thegordonhouse.org

This Frank Lloyd Wright’s only building in Oregon – a national historic site and a state treasure.

Hallie Ford Museum of Art900 State StSalem Oregon 97301(503) 370-6300 www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art

The Hallie Ford Museum of Art exists to support the liberal arts curriculum of Willamette University and to serve as an intellectual and cultural resource for the City of Salem and beyond, through the collection, preservation, exhibition and interpretation of historical and contemporary art with an emphasis on regional art.

Historic Deepwood Estate1116 Mission St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 363-1825 www.historicdeepwoodestate.org

Historic Deepwood Estate is an 1894 Queen Anne Victorian Home situated on approximately 4 acres of manicured gardens and nature trails set in the heart of Salem near its downtown core. The home was placed on the National Register of Historic Homes in 1973. The museum is operated by the Friends of Deepwood, a non-profit organization created to disseminate information about the home and document life in Victorian times. In 2002, Sunset Magazine named Deepwood as one of the four “Best Historic Homes” in its “Best of the West” section.

Keizer Heritage Museum980 Chemawa Rd NEKeizer, OR 97307(503) 393-9660www.keizerheritage.org

The Keizer Heritage Museum officially opened in February 2000. Its mission is to preserve and display the culture and history of Keizer, Oregon and the surrounding mid-Willamette

Valley area. The museum, located in the Keizer Heritage Community Center (the restored 1916 Keizer School), is a wonderful example of Craftsman style architecture. The museum displays cover a wide range of history from days of the wagon train through the City of Keizer’s beginning in 1982 and to the present. A variety of items relate to “The Old School” and its many teachers and students over the years. Many local families have contributed their history to display boards, scrapbooks and display cases. Every other month, the museum has a special exhibit to show a specific part of Keizer’s history or something of public interest. Special exhibits have included Keizer Volunteer Fire Department, Keizer’s 30 years of Little League baseball, Asian History Month, Chemawa Indian School’s History and Daughters of the American Revolution’s U.S. History.

Mary Lou Zeek Gallery, Salem335 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 581-3229www.zeekgallery.com

Opened in 2000, the Mary Lou Zeek Gallery is a contemporary arts and craft gallery that features work by creative artists from the local, regional and national communities. The gallery strives to build retail

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partnerships and contribute to the

revitalization of downtown Salem. Although technically not a museum, this gallery can offer a fascinating look at contemporary art.

Mission Mill Museum1313 Mill St SESalem, OR 97301-6351(503) 585-7012www.willametteheritage.org

Mission Mill Museum (part of the Willamette Heritage Center) interprets the history of the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill - designated an

American Treasure by the National Park Service - which produced wool products from 1889 to 1962 and

represents one of

Oregon’s earliest and

strongest industries. Mission

Mill also interprets the history of Jason

Lee’s Methodist Mission to Oregon which settled

in the Willamette Valley in 1834 before the major Oregon

Trail migrations. The missionaries brought formal education, industry and large-scale agriculture and advocated for U.S. government in the Oregon country.

Oregon Electric Railway Museum (Trolley Museum)3995 Brooklake Rd NEBrooks, OR 97303(503) 390-0698 www.oerhs.org/oerm

The Oregon Electric Railway Museum is the largest trolley museum in the Pacific Northwest.

Straub Environmental Learning Center1320 A St NE (next to Olinger Pool)

Salem, OR 97301(503) 391-4145www.straubenvironmentalcenter.org

Named after former governor Bob Straub, the Straub Environmental Learning Center offers programs for students and adults to heighten concern and respect for the natural environment. The Center’s programming includes an environmental lecture series, household ecology workshops, an environmental summer camp, family science nights, and more.

Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill1313 Mill St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-7012www.willametteheritage.org

A visit to the Willamette Heritage Center at The Mill is a stroll through the history of the Willamette Valley. The five-acre campus is home to fourteen historic structures that present the stories and richness of Oregon’s past.

World Beat Gallery189 Liberty St. NE, #211B (inside Reed Opera House)Salem, OR 97301(503) 581-2004www.salemmulticultural.org

In order to create awareness and appreciation for diversity the World Beat Gallery provides a place to display and experience different cultural traditions of Salem’s ethnic communities.

Programs to heighten concern and respect for the natural

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librariesSalem Public Library: Central Library585 Liberty St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 588-6052 www.cityofsalem.net/departments/library

Salem Public Library: West Salem Branch395 Glen Creek Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 588-6301www.cityofsalem.net/departments/library

Corban University Library5000 Deer Park Dr SE Salem, OR 97317(503) 375-7016 https://inside.corban.edu/library

Keizer Reading Connection Library / Keizer Community Library980 Chemawa Rd NEKeizer, OR 97303(503) 390-2370 www.keizerheritage.org

Kroc CenterSalvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center1865 Bill Frey Dr NESalem, OR 97301 (503) 566-5765Hours: Varies by season; see website for details

Mark O. Hatfield Library, Willamette University900 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 370-6312 http://library.willamette.edu

Oregon State Library250 Winter St NESalem, OR 97310(503) 378-4277www.oregon.gov/OSL

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loCal mediaCCTV provides community information through television and teaches people how to produce their own television messages. CCTV provides a community billboard for local groups and non-profit organizations to publicize meetings and events, live coverage of the Salem City Council, Marion County Commissioners and other meetings, coverage of school sports and music programs, classes in television production and equipment and facilities for certified producers.

KWVT TV Channel 17 Northwest Television, LLC17980 Brown RdDallas, OR 97338(503) 930-7228www.kwvtsalem.com

KWVT recognizes that communities outside of major cities are often ignored by established television stations. It serves communities with local and diverse programming, providing local news, sports, entertainment, information and specialty programming that is targeted toward filling the void of community involvement common to most stations and networks.

alem has several newspapers, television channels and radio stations to keep you

informed about the local, national and international news.

Newspapers

Capital Press 1400 Broadway St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 364-4431 www.capitalpress.com

Salem Weekly1342 Capitol St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 540-0022 www.salemweeklynews.com

Statesman Journal280 Church St NESalem, OR, 97301(503) 399-6611 www.statesmanjournal.com

Television

Capital Community Television (CCTV) 575 Trade St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 588-2288 www.cctvsalem.org

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Radio

Salem-area residents can pick up many stations broadcast not only in Salem, but also in Eugene, Portland and other parts of the mid-Willamette Valley. For local and world news, tune in to National Public Radio and Oregon Public Broadcasting on KOPB-FM 91.5 and KOAC-AM 550.

CCTV teaches people how to produce their own television

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neiGhborhood assoCiaTions East Lancaster Neighborhood Association (ELNA)Meeting Time & Location: 1st Thursday, 7:00 p.m.The Springs Retirement Apartments1940 45th Ave NESalem, OR 97305http://elnaneighbors.org

Faye Wright Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: First Monday in Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, & Dec 6:30 p.m. Wright Elementary School4060 Lone Oak Rd SESalem, OR 97302http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

Grant Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 1st Thursday, 6:15 p.m.Grant Community School725 Market St NESalem, OR 97301http://grantneighborhood.org

Highland Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 2nd Thursday, 7:00 p.m.

North Neighborhood Resource Center945 Columbia St NESalem, OR 97301http://highlandneighbors.org

Lansing Community Action AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 4th Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.Waldo Middle School2805 Lansing Ave NESalem, OR 97301http://lansingcommunity.org

Morningside Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 2nd Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.Pringle Creek Community Painters Hall3911 Village Ctr. Dr. SE (behind the Hoop)Salem, OR 97302http://morningsidena.org

alem has many neighborhoods, each with a distinct character and ambiance, offering

inviting homes at every price point. Some of the most popular neighborhoods are located within the city’s two historic districts known as Old Salem and Gaiety Hill.

Old West Salem is the area of the city located west of the Willamette River, incorporated as West Salem in 1914, which merged with Salem in 1949. Homes in West Salem offer some of the best values in terms of size and character for the price.

Pringle Creek Community is a new neighborhood designed around nature and community. Highly-efficient, LEED-certified homes share 12 acres of parks and open space, creating a community that is beau-tiful and healthy to live in. Pringle Creek Community is one of the most sustainable communities being built in the country. Its guiding principles integrate green building, energy efficiency and respect to our natural environment.www.pringlecreek.com

The city of Salem has 19 neigh-borhood associations. You can find a map of these associations, a list of the current chairs and their contact information at http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CAN-DO)Meeting Time & Location: every 3rd Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Salem First Christian Church685 Marion St NE Salem, OR 97301(503) 588-6261http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

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Northeast Neighbors (NEN) Meeting Time & Location: 1st& 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6:30pmFirst Church of the Nazarene1550 Market St NESalem, OR 97301http://salemnen.org

Northeast Salem Community Association (NESCA)Meeting Time & Location: 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.Fresh Start Market & Espresso Meeting Room 3020 Center St NESalem, OR 97301http://nesalemcommunity.org

North Lancaster Neighborhood Association (NOLA)Meeting Time & Location: 2nd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.Oak Park Community Church (behind the church in the youth center)2990 Lancaster NESalem, OR 97305http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

Northgate Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.Hee Hee Illahe RV Park – Clubhouse4751 Astoria St NESalem, OR 97305http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

South Central Association of Neighbors (SCAN)Meeting Time & Location: 2nd Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.South Salem High School Library1910 Church St SESalem, OR 97302http://scansalem.org

Southeast Mill Creek Association (SEMCA)Meeting Time & Location: 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.Paradise Island Park – Recreation Hall3100 Turner Rd SESalem, OR 97302http://semcaneighbors.org

South East Salem Neighborhood Association (SESNA)Meeting Time & Location: 2nd Thursday, 7:00 p.m.Capital Park Wesleyan Church410 19th St SESalem, OR 97301http://sesna.us

South Gateway Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 2nd Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 1770 Baxter Rd SE Salem, OR 97306http://sgna.us

South Salem Neighborhood Association Meeting Time & Location: 1st Thursday, 6:30 p.m. (odd months)LifeSource Community Room2649 Commercial ST. S.Salem, OR 97302http://salemswan.org

Sunnyslope Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 3rd Thursday, 7:00 p.m.Schirle Elementary School4875 Justice Way SSalem, OR 97302http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

West Salem Neighborhood AssociationMeeting Time & Location: 1st/3rd Monday, 7:00 p.m.Roth’s IGA (Mezzanine)1130 Wallace Rd NWSalem, OR 97304http://tinyurl.com/676ql9l

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indePendenT livinG reTiremenT CommuniTies

Madrona Hills707 Madrona Ave SESalem, OR 97302(971) 239-1000www.holidaytouch.com/Our-Communities/madrona-hills

Orchard Heights Senior Community695 Orchard Heights Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 566-9052www.bonaventuresenior.com

Regency Woodland4710 Sunnyside Rd SESalem, OR 97302(503) 364-1355www.regencywoodland.com

The Springs at Sunnyview1950 45th Ave NESalem, OR 97305(503) 388-4657www.thespringsliving.com/senior_living/Salem_OR/zip_97305/the_springs_living/4795

alem offers peaceful and tranquil senior living services in an affordable community.

The city offers an active bicycle club, access to quality health care and beautiful scenery. Independent living communities offer you the opportunity to enjoy life and experience the joys of retirement living. There are so many ways to get more out of every day and you’ll have the freedom to do what you like best.

Bonaventure of Salem3411 Boone Rd SESalem, OR 97317 503) 480-0004http://retirementperfected.com/communities/salem

Bonaventure of Keizer5525 McLeod Lane NEKeizer, OR 97303 (971) 915-4392http://bonaventuresenior.com/communities/keizer-oregon/

Capital Manor1955 Dallas Hwy NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 362-4101www.capitalmanor.com

Gibson Creek Retirement Cottages and Assisted Living Community1615 Brush College Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 361-8599https://www.seniorhomes.com/f/or/gibson-creek-retirement-salem/

Hidden Lakes400 Madrona Ave SESalem, OR 97302(971) 239-0719www.holidaytouch.com/Our-Communities/hidden-lakes

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mediCal faCiliTieshe Salem Hospital is Salem’s largest private employer, but the area also has many other

clinics and medical facilities to meet the healthcare needs of local residents.

Clinics

Childhood Health Associates of Salem 891 23rd St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 364-2181www.childhoodhealth.com

Primary Health Care Clinic (part of Salem Clinic)1155 Mission Street SE Ste 108 Salem, OR 97302(503) 364-8151www.salemclinic.org

Salem Clinic2020 Capitol St NE Salem, OR 97301(503) 399-2424 www.salemclinic.org

Salem Clinic2531 Boone Rd SESalem, OR (503) 399-2424www.salemclinic.org

Salem Clinic at Salem Heights Plaza 3494 Liberty Road SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) 399-2424 www.salemclinic.org

Salem Women’s Clinic 875 Oak Street SE Ste 4090Salem - Oregon 97301(503) 399-2444 www.salemwomensclinic.com

Salem Clinic West1174 Cornucopia St. NW Salem, OR 97304(503) 399-2424www.salemclinic.org

The Doctors’ Clinic5050 Skyline Village LN SSalem, OR 97306(503) 391-1110www.drsclinic.com

Hospitals

Oregon State Hospital2600 Center Street NESalem, OR 97301(503) 945-2800www.oregon.gov/oha/amh/osh/pages/index.aspx

Salem Hospital890 Oak Street SESalem, OR 97301(503) 561-5200www.salemhospital.org

TUrgent Care

Salem Clinic & Salem Clinic Urgent Care at Inland Shores 5900 Inland Shores Way NE Keizer, OR 97303 (503) 390-9790 www.salemclinic.org

Salem Hospital Urgent Care1002 Bellevue St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 561-5554 www.salemhospital.org

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TransPorTaTionalem lies on Interstate 5 and is well connected to other highways, surface streets and back roads.

If you prefer not to drive, you’ll find that there are many options for public transportation.

Airports

Salem Municipal Airport: McNary Field2990 25th St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 588-6314www.flysalem.com

Most Salem residents go to the Portland International Airport (www.flypdx.com) when they need to catch a flight, but Salem does have a municipal airport known as McNary Field. It is located about two miles southeast of downtown.

Independence Airport4901 Airport Rd.Independence, OR 97351(503)-428-7209 (503) 428-7210www.nutsch.com

Open to the public, has fuel, parking tie-downs, hangars, hangar leasing & sales, flight training, aircraft rental, pilot supplies, and offers courtesy transportation and courtesy cars for pilots.

Shuttle to Portland International Airport

Hut Portland Airport ShuttleSalem Airport Terminal2990 25th ST SESalem, OR 97309(503)364-4444https://www.hutshuttle.com

Oregon Express Shuttle33566 Columus St SEAlbany, OR 97322*Salem pick up service at: 3301 Market St NE (Redlion Hotel)(877) 693-3785www.oregonexpressshuttle.com/

Ferries

Buena Vista Ferry Just south of Independence(503) 588-7979http://www.co.marion.or.us/PW/ferries/Pages/buenavista.aspx

Built in the 1950s, the Buena Vista Ferry connects Marion and Polk counties across the Willamette River. The ferry operates year round seven days per week from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Check the website for current fees.

Wheatland Ferry Located north of Salem, about halfway between Salem and Newberg.(503) 588-7979http://wheatlandferry.cccvc.com/

The Wheatland Ferry connects Marion and Yamhill counties across the Willamette River. It is open year-round, 7 days a week from 5:30 a.m. until 9:45 p.m. Call for hours and possible closures.

Trains & Buses

Amtrak: Salem Station Building 500 13th St SESalem, OR 97301 (800) 872-7245www.amtrak.com

The Amtrak Cascades and Coast Starlight passenger trains serve Salem, stopping at the Salem Station Building just blocks from downtown.

Chemeketa Area Regional Transportation System 555 Court St NE, Ste 5230Salem, OR 97301-3736(503) 588-2424http://cherriots.org/en/services/carts

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The Chemeketa Area Regional Transportation System (CARTS) provides bus service that connects Salem to Woodburn in the north, Dallas in the west and Silverton and Mill City in the east.

Greyhound Bus Lines: Salem Station450 Church St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-2428www.greyhound.com

Greyhound Bus Lines provide north-south service that passes through the downtown Salem station, as well as service to Bend in Eastern Oregon.

Salem Keizer Transit: Cherriots555 Court St NE, Ste 5230Salem, OR 97301-3736(503) 588-2424www.cherriots.org

The Salem-Keizer transit system, called Cherriots, operates 25 bus routes and 2 park-and-ride bus routes, as well as an express bus route that runs between downtown Salem and Wilsonville. The fixed bus routes radiate from the downtown transit mall between High and Church Streets, or from the West Salem transfer station between Glen Creek and Taybin Roads. All rides within the downtown “fareless square” are free.

Taxi Companies

Amanda’s Taxi(503) 559-2200http://amandastaxi.com/

Affordable Taxi Company 1460 Capital St. NESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-0024

Cherry City Taxi2850 19th St SESalem, OR(503) 588-8755

Cherry City Taxi1487 Broadway St NESalem, OR(503) 362-8347

Yellow Cab 1487 Broadway St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 362-2411www.willamettevalleyyellowcab.com

You’ll find that there are many options

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lodGinG & aCCommodaTionshen you relocate to Salem or remodel your home, you may need a place to stay

for a few days. Salem offers a variety of options for lodging and accommodations, ranging from low-budget motels to first-class bed-and-breakfast homes. Here are a few of the places that we recommend to friends and family members when they need a place to stay in Salem.

Please note: It can be very difficult to get a reservation in Salem-area hotels in the late spring, due to graduation ceremonies. If you need to reserve a room in May or June, try to book it as early as possible.

Bed and Breakfast Inns

Airlie Farm Bed & Breakfast14810 Airlie RdMonmouth, OR 97361(503) 838-1500 www.airliefarminn.com

Betty’s Bed and Breakfast 965 D St NE Salem, OR 97301(503) 399-7848www.salemoregonbedandbreakfast.com

Birdwood Inn511 S. Water St.Silveton, OR(503) 873-3247www.birdwoodbandb.com

Century House of Salem Bed and Breakfast292 17th St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 884-7062www.centuryhouseofsalembandb.com

Edward Adams House B&B729 S. Water St. Silverton, OR 97381(503) 873-8868www.edwardadamshouse.com

Feller House Bed and Breakfast 21625 Butteville Rd NEAurora, OR 97002(503) 678-0268 www.thefellerhouse.com

Hopewell Bed & Breakfast22350 Hopewell Rd NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 868-7848www.hopewellbb.com

MaMere’s Guest House212 LKnox St. N.Monmouth, OR 97361(503) 917-8745www.mameresguesthouse.net/www.facebook.com/mameresguesthouse

The Bed & Breakfast at Sunnyside Vineyard7986 Sunnyside Rd SESalem, OR 97306(503) 364-6360

Furnished & Executive Suites

Crestview Executive Suite 2215 Crestview Dr SSalem, OR 97302(503) 910-4593 www.crestviewexecutivesuite.com

Crossland Economy Studios 3535 Fisher Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 363-7557 www.crosslandstudios.com

Residence Inn by Marriott 640 Hawthorne Ave SESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-6500www.marriott.comwww.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sleri-residence-inn-salem

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Rosewood Lane Corporate Suites 825 Harritt Dr NWSalem, OR 97304(503) 364-9100 www.rosewoodlane.com

Woodscape Glen4985 Battle Creek Rd SE #200Salem, OR 97302(503) 585-8789www.woodscapeglen.com

Hotels and Motels

Best Western Mill Creek Inn 3125 Ryan Dr SESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-3332www.bestwestern.com/millcreekinn

Best Western Pacific Highway Inn 4646 Portland Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 390-3200www.bestwestern.comhttp://bestwesternoregon.com/hotels/best-western-pacific-highway-inn

Budget Lodge 3195 Portland Rd NESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-2900 www.budgetinn.com

Comfort Inn and Suites 1775 Freeway Ct NESalem, OR 97301(503) 588-0515www.comfortinn.com

Comfort Suites Salem-Airport 630 Hawthorne Ave SESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-9705

https://www.crosslandstudios.com/

Crossland Economy Studios 3535 Fisher Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 363-7557www.crosslandstudios.com

1590 Weston Ct NESalem, OR 97301(503) 581-7004http://www.hilton.com/search/dt/us/or/salem/

Holiday Inn Express 890 Hawthorne Ave SESalem, OR 97301(503) 391-7000 www.hiexpress.com

Howard Johnson2250 Mission St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 375-7710www.wynhamhotels.com

Keizer Renaissance Inn & Conference Center5188 Wittenberg Ln. NKeizer, OR 97303 (503) 390-4733www.choicehotels.com

Knights Travelodge 1555 State StSalem, OR 97301(503) 581-2466https://www.wyndhamhotels.com

Motel 6 1401 Hawthorne Ave NE Salem, OR 97301(503) 371-8024www.motel6.com

Phoenix Inn Suites - South Salem 4370 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97302(503) 588-9220www.phoenixinn.com/south-salem

Red Lion Hotel Salem 3301 Market St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 370-7888www.redlion.com

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Residence Inn by Marriott 640 Hawthorne Ave SESalem, OR 97301(503) 585-6500www.marriott.com

Shilo Inn Suites 3304 Market St NESalem, OR 97301(503) 581-4001www.shiloinns.com

Super 81288 Hawthorne Ave. NESalem, OR 97301(503)370-78888https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/salem-oregon

The Grand Hotel in Salem (formerly the Phoenix Grand Hotel)201 Liberty St SESalem, OR 97301(503) 540-7800www.phoenixgrandhotel.com

RV Parks and Camping

Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort4751 Astoria St NESalem, OR 97305(503) 463-6641 www.heeheeillahee.com

Phoenix RV Park4130 Silverton Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 581-2497https://phoenixrvpark.com/

Premier RV Resorts4700 Salem-Dallas Highway 22Salem, OR 97304(503) 364+-7714www.premierrvresorts.com

Salem Campground & RV’s3700 Hagers Grove Rd SESalem, OR 97317(503) 581-6736 www.salemrv.com

Salem RV Park4490 Silverton Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 364-5490 www.salemrvpark.com

Trailer Park Village4733 Portland Rd NESalem, OR 97305(503) 393-7424

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department725 Summer St NE, Suite CSalem, OR 97301(503) 986-0707www.oregonstateparks.org

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