Good morning, Salem.

Salem-Keizer School District teachers participated in intensive reading training by CORE Learning at Chavez Elementary on Jan.

28 while classes were canceled for 15,000 students; the professional development aimed to update literacy methods for effective reading instruction.

Salem-Keizer School District officials proposed a $23 million budget cut plan that will cut 120 school jobs due to enrollment decline and will hold public sessions today at the Career Technical Education Center + tomorrow at Houck Middle School to review the proposals.

Residents will set their clocks forward at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8 as Oregon begins daylight saving time to extend evening light.

Lawmakers are discussing a permanent change but await Congressional approval + the decision remains pending.

The City of Salem began a two-month trial of Daxbot—an Oregon-made security robot—at Pringle Parkade on High Street SE on Feb.

2. It patrols from 4 p.m. to 7 a.m. and is monitored live from Philomath with funding provided by the City’s Facilities budget.

Music & Poetry Open Mic Night

7-10 p.m. — Infinity Room — No cover — A vibrant evening showcasing local music and poetry talents.

You Can’t Take it with You — Cue Captions

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Pentacle Theatre — Ticket info available — Enjoy a captioned performance of this classic comedy.

Indoor Winter Market at Wavra Farms

10 AM – 3 PM — Wavra Farms & Nursery — Free entry — Explore a diverse market with 45+ vendors offering unique goods in a cozy greenhouse setting.

Polar Plunge Fundraiser

9 AM - 1 PM — Illahe Hills Country Club — $60 — Take the plunge to support Special Olympics Oregon athletes in a fun and chilly challenge.

Salem's Premier Trading Card Showcase & Collectibles Show

10 AM – 4 PM — Scottish Rite Center — Free admission — Discover a treasure trove of sports cards, rare collectibles, and unique items at this vibrant showcase.

Paint & Sip Night

6-8 p.m. — Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge — Full food and drink menu available — Unleash your inner artist at a chill painting session with friends.

North East Salem Community Association Meeting

7-8:30 p.m. — The Jory Apartments — Free entry — Engage with your neighbors to help shape community decisions and improvements.

Oregon Symphony Young People's Concert

11:30 AM — Smith Auditorium — $7 per person — Experience a symphony performance specifically curated for students in a fun and engaging setting.

Preschool Storytime

10:15 AM — Salem Public Library — Free — Engage in interactive stories, songs, and movement designed for young children and their caregivers.

Indoor Winter Market at Wavra Farms

10 AM – 3 PM — Wavra Farms & Nursery — Free entry — Explore a cozy indoor market featuring over 45 local vendors with a variety of goods.