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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, April 5, visitors to Salem Public Library, Salem Art Association, and Salem on the Edge will spend 10 minutes quietly studying a single work of art as part of Slow Art Day. The library event runs from 11 a.m. to noon while the gallery events are from noon to 4 p.m.—organizer Susan Napack hopes the experiment gives everyone a new way to connect with local art. Salem Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Salem’s Head Start preschool programs continued operating after the federal regional office closed Tuesday—leaving staff without a clear federal contact for training and grants. Eva Pignotti of Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency said the programs, which serve nearly 800 children, will keep running amid uncertainty over future funding. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City volunteers researching genealogy at the library quit after a new background check process mandated a waiver that authorizes invasive searches, city officials said—nine of 31 volunteers left since the process began last month. The city explained that only identity, address and national criminal records would be checked and that the new system for volunteers in sensitive roles is still being tested. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Marion County Public Works will upgrade park services by adding an online reservation system for campsites and picnic shelters, launching an easier-to-navigate parks website, and installing new bike racks through a grant. The County will also expand parking fees at popular parks, transform Parkdale into a neighborhood park, host Earth Day at Spong’s Landing on April 26th, and seek volunteer help for maintenance and restoration projects — all to improve park experiences. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ On April 3rd, the Oregon Building Codes Division released its first permit-ready plan for a code-compliant residential deck under the state's updated Permit-Ready Plans Program—this free plan is available for public use and more designs for accessory structures will come later this year. 1430 KYKN
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Salem Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet, Auction and Fundraiser; An Evening for Conservation
Salem Ducks Unlimited is hosting it’s Annual Banquet, Auction and Fundraiser at the historic Mission Mill in downtown Salem on Saturday April 5th. This Evening for Conservation will feature oral and silent auctions, raffles and games featuring artwork, sporting goods, home and yard decor, an American Eagle Gold Coin and 20 Firearms!!!!
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Salem Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet, Auction and Fundraiser; An Evening for Conservation
Salem Ducks Unlimited is hosting it’s Annual Banquet, Auction and Fundraiser at the historic Mission Mill in downtown Salem on Saturday April 5th. This Evening for Conservation will feature oral and silent auctions, raffles and games featuring artwork, sporting goods, home and yard decor, an American Eagle Gold Coin and 20 Firearms!!!!
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ColorSync: The Cut Methodology
10 AM – 3 PM — Salon Abode — Cost Info — Master strategic hair cutting techniques for high-impact results.
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Greeters Hosted by SBBI
8:30-10:00 a.m. — Northern Lights Theatre Pub — No entry fee — Network with local businesses and discover word-of-mouth marketing strategies.
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The Princess and The Wind
4:00 – 5:15 PM — South Salem High School — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the world premiere of a mesmerizing ballet inspired by Mayan folklore, combining music and dance to tell a beautiful story of love and transformation.
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2025 ONRQC Annual Conference
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Salem Hospital - Building B — Includes breakfast and lunch — Engage in a day of evidence-based practices featuring a keynote from renowned nursing leader Elizabeth Bridges.
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Needle Felting Class - Nest
6-8 p.m. — CreativiTEE & rofe designs — Pre-registration required — Learn to needle felt a wool nest and expand your fiber arts skills with a fun spring project.
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Resource Fair for Individuals with IDD
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Salem Convention Center — Free entry — Connect with valuable resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and enjoy family-friendly activities.
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April Paint Night at Valiant The Sandwich
6-8 p.m. — Valiant The Sandwich — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity with a fun paint night while enjoying delicious sandwiches in a cozy atmosphere.
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Stargazing Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Center 50+ — $10 — Explore key terms for night sky observation, followed by a live stargazing session with hands-on app use.
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Make Parenting a Pleasure Workshop
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Willamette Family Medical Center: Fay Shannon — Registration required — Discover parenting insights and boost your confidence in family goals through engaging education.
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