Sunday, July 27th, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Great Oregon Steam-Up is taking place at Powerland Heritage Park in Brooks—featuring vintage steam engines and live demonstrations that began July 26—27 and continue today. The event will return August 2—3 with additional antique machinery exhibits. Statesman Journal
- ➤ The Salem Substation, a historic Bonneville Power facility off Oregon Highway 22 built between 1939 and 1942 on an 8.53-acre site from the Hogg family ranch, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places — noted for its unique design that joined a control house and untanking tower into one building. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Barns, bridges, theaters, ski lodges and houses in Oregon earn historic status when added to the National Register of Historic Places—this list marks the state’s rich and diverse heritage. Statesman Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews from the City of Salem and Willamette Riverkeeper will treat the invasive Ludwigia Hexapetala in the Oxbow and Willamette sloughs at Minto-Brown Island Park from July 28 through August 8—visitors are advised to avoid entering the water for 24 hours after treatment. Statesman Journal
- ➤ City of Salem in partnership with Willamette Riverkeeper will treat two sloughs in Minto-Brown Island Park from July 28 to August 8 to remove water primrose — residents and visitors should stay out of the sloughs during treatment and for 24 hours after as treated plants show blue-green dye. 1430 KYKN
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Basketball Camp: Playmaker College
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — The Pac Community Center — $695 — A comprehensive basketball training camp focusing on skill development, leadership, and confidence for dedicated young players.
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Mary Poppins
7:30-10 p.m. — Gerry Frank Amphitheater — Tickets vary — Experience the magic of Mary Poppins in a spectacular outdoor setting with live performances and a full orchestra.
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Coffee Cupping
5:30-7 p.m. — Prismatic Coffee Company — Free entry — Experience the exquisite flavors of El Salvador's Cup of Excellence winning coffees.
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10th Annual Run for the Oaks
7 a.m. — Left Coast Cellars — Cost TBD — Celebrate a scenic run on gravel, trail, and paved roads in beautiful Oregon wine country.
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Basketball Camp: Point Guard Prep
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — The PAC Community Center — $695 — Enhance your child's basketball skills with a focused and immersive training experience.
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Disney's Mary Poppins
7:30-10 p.m. — Gerry Frank Amphitheater — Check website for ticket info — Experience the enchanting magic of Mary Poppins under the stars with thrilling performances and live orchestration.
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Pinot & Pizza Night at Hudak House
4-8 p.m. — Hudak House - Winery & Vineyard — No reservations required — Enjoy custom-made pizzas and fine Pinot wines under the stars with live music.
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CAMC S-K Car Show
9 AM – 3 PM — Powerland Heritage Park — No Spectator Fee — Celebrate all car makes and models at this vibrant show sponsored by CAMC.
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Partner Massage Class
4-6 p.m. — Massage With Fauna, LLC — $75 per pair — Learn to provide nurturing massage techniques in a relaxed workshop setting.
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Yoga & Wine Experience
6-8 p.m. — Cubanisimo Vineyards — Suggested donation of $5-10 — Enjoy a refreshing yoga session with scenic mountain views followed by a post-class beverage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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