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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Oregon Department of Transportation crews begin inspecting the Center Street Bridge with a snooper truck that goes over and under the structure. The four-night project will fully close southbound Front Street, limit northbound lanes and off-ramps, and shut up to two lanes on the bridge — steps that set the stage for next year's seismic retrofit and will bring detours, noise and delays. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ The Salem Budget Committee will meet May 7, 6—8 p.m. in the City Council Chambers to recommend a Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for the City Council and Urban Renewal Agency—another meeting is set for May 14 if more discussion is needed. 1430 KYKN
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Salem Saturday Market
4-9 p.m. — State of Oregon Green Lot — Free entry — Celebrate local craftsmanship with over 150 vendors offering handmade and homegrown treasures.
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Mother's Day Brunch
11 a.m.-3 p.m. — Oregon Garden Resort — Pricing not specified — Delight in a festive brunch featuring brunch favorites and a visit to the serene botanical garden.
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Crochet & Slay for Teens
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Craft, socialize, and explore fiber arts in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
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Mexico in the Heart 2025
5-9 p.m. — Gerry Frank Amphitheater — Free entry — Celebrate Mexican culture with lively music, delicious food, and vibrant traditions.
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Free Beginner ESL Class
3 PM — Salem Public Library — Free entry — A welcoming atmosphere to learn English as a second language with multilingual instruction.
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The Outer Realms Art Market
11 a.m.-6 p.m. — Downtown Salem — Free entry — Celebrate community with local artists, authors, and practitioners at this vibrant three-day art market.
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Paint and Sip Experience
3-5 p.m. — Honky Tonk Bar & Grill — $35 per person — Unleash your creativity with a fun painting class while enjoying a drink.
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Memorial Day Weekend Vineyard Tours
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Willamette Valley Vineyards — Ticketed entry — Experience a curated wine tasting with live music in the scenic Salem Hills.
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Memorial Day Weekend...Cuban Style! 2025
12-6 p.m. — Cubanisimo Vineyards — Enjoy a festive Cuban-themed celebration with live music, food, salsa lessons, and raffles.
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Bazooka Sharkz and Friends Live Show
7 p.m. — Blast Off Vintage — $10 — Experience a night of local punk and folk punk music with exciting performances from Salem's own Bazooka Sharkz and others.
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