Good morning, Salem.

Salem is undergoing summer construction projects that are improving roads, parks & public facilities.

Work includes pavement rehabilitation, park expansions with new play areas, and seismic retrofits on the Civic Center; some projects will finish in September or November while others are set to be completed through early 2027.

Salem will see a busy week as Marion Berries play Portland Pickles on July 2 — an outdoor market opens downtown and Chemeketa Community College presents Mean Girls the Musical at Riverfront Park during the week.

On June 30, Oregon marked five years of wildfire programs by the State Fire Marshal.

The Fire Adapted and Response Ready programs trained over 500 assessors plus delivered 76 fire engines to local agencies, and will boost home hardening grants and staffing for growing wildfire risks.

Oregon employers can use the Employment Department's Work Share program to reduce staff hours instead of laying off workers, with partial UI benefits helping cover lost wages.

The program offers weekly info webinars on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m., and more details are available from the OED.

JJ Harrison, a longtime rodeo clown, performs unscripted 3-minute comedy blocks while dodging bulls at the St. Paul Rodeo from June 30 through July 4, and his daring acts & quick wit continue to thrill fans.

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.

Paint & Sip Night at The Pour House Saloon

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Pour House Saloon — Drinks and food available for purchase — Unwind with friends and explore your creativity while sipping your favorite beverages.

Story Night Featuring Kourtney Ferrua

6-9 p.m. — Zenith Vineyard — Wine available for purchase — Enjoy an evening of friendship, food, and an inspirational story with Kourtney Ferrua.

Sell Your Camera Gear at The Shutterbug

July 31st - August 1st — The Shutterbug — Free entry — Sell your used camera gear for top dollar and enjoy additional trade bonuses.