Good morning, Salem.

Project Chamber Music: Willamette Valley holds a spring concert Friday, Apr.

17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Chehalem Cultural Center in Newberg to raise funds for music lessons and summer camp scholarships for local students.

Cherriots hosts an open house at Chemeketa College Building 2 today from 5-7 p.m. to request local ideas for a new east Salem transit hub + a paper survey is provided, with local feedback guiding amenities and site selection which continues through September into early 2027.

A New Moon Ball: A Bridgerton Themed Ball

6-10 p.m. — Willamette Heritage Center — VIP dinner available — Step into the Regency era for an enchanting night of dancing and revelry inspired by Bridgerton.

Spring Floral Paint & Sip Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Chemeketa Cellars Tasting Room — Not specified — Unwind while painting fresh spring florals in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Salem's Trading Card Showcase & Collectible Show

10 AM – 4 PM — Scottish Rite Center — Free admission — Dive into the world of Pokemon and sports cards with 75 vendor tables from across the Northwest.

2026 Alt Ed Summit

8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. — Willamette Education Service District — Check website for registration cost — Connect with educators and administrators from alternative education programs across the state at this informative summit.

North East Salem Community Association Meeting

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Jory Apartments — Free entry — Engage with your neighbors and discuss community improvement initiatives in an accessible setting.

Infant/Toddler Storytime

11:00 – 11:20 AM — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Experience delightful stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for little ones and their grownups.

Preschool Storytime

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

Reboot With Krizz Kaliko

7-11 PM — Salem Armory Auditorium — Ticket information not specified — Experience a night of high-energy music from Krizz Kaliko.

Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Willamette Heritage Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of 90s hits performed in a cozy candlelit setting.

English/Spanish Language Exchange

5:30 PM — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Practice your language skills with community members over light refreshments.