Good morning, Salem.

Church at the Park opened its Village of Hope microshelter village on Center Street, featuring 56 units + 16 new ones and essential services like showers, laundry, and transportation support; more than half of the residents are older than 55, and over 3,000 people remain on the wait list.

Residents in Keizer can now enjoy a new trail and boardwalk at Claggett Creek — a serene path lined with native plants.

The open area offers a welcoming spot for families and nature lovers to explore and enjoy the outdoors.

Object Permanence Records, Oregon’s only vinyl pressing plant, began operations three weeks ago north of downtown — the facility is producing its first 500 records for five local bands, giving artists a nearby option for vinyl that is usually outsourced to Europe.

America 250 Oregon Commission awarded nearly $250,000 in grants to 80 projects (celebrating unique traditions, culture, and art) ahead of the country’s 250th birthday.

The awards fund events including a free event at the Capitol today at 10 a.m., a reading on July 8, and a concert on July 10.

Friday Night at the Beat kicked off the World Beat Festival Friday, June 26 at Riverfront Park in Salem, drawing crowds who enjoyed instrumental music including trumpet solos by Sofi Nava as the event celebrated diverse world cultures.

Business owners in Salem have until 11 p.m. Sunday, June 28 to complete a city survey on sign permit clarity (reviewed by Baker Tilly) that may lead to changes in sign enforcement and application processes, following concerns over added costs and confusion.

The Oregon Department of Transportation will close southbound lanes at I-5’s Exit 248 starting 6 a.m. July 8 until 6 a.m. July 10 for construction; drivers can use Exit 252 (detour) to avoid delays.

Oregon congressional leaders added a mail-in ballot, a Dolly Parton song, and Crater Lake Pendleton socks to the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule.

The capsule will be buried at the Capitol Visitor Center and unsealed on July 4, 2276.

Barry's Book Club with Salem Public Library

6:35 PM — Chemeketa Baseball Field — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate reading with family-friendly activities and special programming throughout the game.

Marion County Fair

Jul 9-12 — Marion County Fair — General admission: $6, Children under 6: free — Celebrate community spirit with live music, rides, and great food.

Oregon Parent-Child Chapman Tournament

All day — Salem Golf Club — Entry fee from $99 — Compete in a fun 18-hole Chapman stroke play with family teams.

Mean Girls the Musical

6-8:30 p.m. — Gerry Frank Salem Rotary Amphitheater — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night under the stars with sharp wit and vibrant choreography in this Broadway musical adaptation of a beloved film.

Santiam Canyon Stampede PRCA Rodeo

7-10 p.m. — Sublimity Harvest Festival — Ticket required — Celebrate Military Night with rodeo action, mutton busting, donkey races, and live music.

Spearhead Oregon

July 24-25 — Salem Armory Auditorium — Paid entry — Experience two days of worship, prophetic impartation, and spiritual activation.