Good morning, Salem.

The M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust shared its Fall 2025 Grants Report on Feb.

25, awarding 112 grants totaling $30.8 million; in Salem three groups received $1 million for building projects (Capital Fútbol Club got $350,000, The Salem Academy received $400,000 and Hope Pregnancy Clinic got $250,000).

Salem-Keizer CTEC and South Salem High School students will compete on March 2 at the Salem Convention Center — a statewide event where they will test culinary and management skills.

They aim for a state title and a path to nationals scheduled for April 24 to 26 in Baltimore.

McKay High School Royal Scots marching band performed at Disneyland on Feb.

15 after years of practice and fundraising. The 114 students marched on Main Street, USA, proudly representing their community (directed by band director Scott Avzaradel).

Gov. Kotek announced on Tuesday a roundtable (chaired by early learning experts from the Children’s Institute and former state official Sara Mickelson) that will devise a blueprint for universal pre-K access for 3- and 4-year-olds statewide.

A total lunar eclipse will transform the March worm moon into a blood moon on March 3.

The eclipse will peak at 3:38 a.m. PT and be visible with the naked eye — a rare astronomical event before 2028.

A Salem-based company, Willamette Valley Fruit Company, recalled nearly 56,000 lbs of frozen blueberries due to a listeria risk—alerting consumers to potential health hazards.

The FDA upgraded the recall to Class 1 on Feb. 24, covering products distributed in Oregon, Washington, Michigan and Wisconsin.

Preschool Storytime

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

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert

8:30-9:45 p.m. — Willamette Heritage Center — Ticketed entry — Experience a captivating candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.

Marketing Psychology for Hairstylists

10 a.m. — Salon Abode — $— Discover the psychological principles that enhance client trust and decision-making in hairstyling marketing.

4th Annual Marion-Polk Children, Youth, & Family Services Summit

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Salem Convention Center — Free entry — Explore child and family-centered services and ignite hope in the community through engaging discussions and networking.

Plant and Seed Swap

1-3 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Trade seeds, cuttings, and plants while getting expert gardening advice.

Toast: A Tribute to BREAD

7-8:30 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the top tribute act that brings the timeless 70's sound of BREAD to life.

Sonic Journey: Sound Meditation Experience

7-8:45 p.m. — Salem Friends Meeting — $20-40 sliding scale — Immerse in a sound meditation journey with gongs and singing bowls for deep relaxation and self-discovery.

Celtic Celebration with The Gothard Sisters

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an enchanting evening of music blending Celtic, folk, and classical influences.

Salem Slam IV

8:00 a.m. — The Madhouse — $25.00 – $50.00 — Watch top MRDA teams compete as Concussion defends its title in this thrilling tournament.

Hyprov - Improv Under Hypnosis

7:30 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of mesmerizing comedy and magic with Asad Mecci as he blends hypnosis and improv for a unique show.