Good morning, Salem.

Wavra Farms has converted its 16,000 sqft greenhouse into an indoor winter market featuring 55 local vendors operating on Saturdays from October through mid-March.

Salem artist Yanely Rivas Maldonado received a $150,000 fellowship from the Oregon Community Foundation to grow her printmaking practice and possibly open a community art space.

Her work will focus on water projects and include a planned trip to Oaxaca to learn mural techniques.

Oregon State Parks had 51.46 million day visits in 2025, down from 53.85 million in 2024 as coastal and Willamette Valley sites declined and overnight camps fell (due to maintenance closures).

Upcoming upgrades at Fort Stevens, Cape Lookout, and Silver Falls will begin, with seasonal park jobs open statewide.

Salem Mayor Julie Hoy sang America the Beautiful in the Oregon Senate on Feb.

9. The performance took place at the state capitol and showcased a moment of civic spirit.

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.

Paint and Sip at The Rabbit Cellar Lounge

7-9 p.m. — The Rabbit Cellar Lounge — Ticket required — Unleash your artistic side with painting, food, and great company in a relaxed atmosphere.

Trivia Night at Stomp

6-8 p.m. — Stomp by Croft Vineyards — Winning team gets a $50 gift card — Test your trivia skills with great food and wine in a lively atmosphere.

Preschool Storytime

10:15 – 10:40 AM — Salem Public Library — Free — Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and movement for young children and their caregivers.