Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
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🎭 Culture
Punx in the Park held its fourth annual event on Aug.
31 at Riverfront Park and drew over 1,000 youth for a music festival and resource fair. Organizers moved the event from Marion Square Park to a larger venue to meet growing demand.
🏛️ Government
Lawmakers reached a compromise on a transportation funding package after a rocky start in the special session, with the deal ending the payroll tax increase and raising gas, registration, and title fees to support road projects.
The House will vote on the bill today and the Senate is expected to vote later this week — public testimony and amendments on Sunday helped shape the proposal.
🎉 Salem Events
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Tropical Treasures: Paper Art Exhibition by Eileen Downes
5-8 p.m. — Stefani Art Gallery — Free entry — Explore vibrant collages that transform torn paper into tropical dreams and hidden stories.
Boot Scoot and Brew Music Festival
11 a.m.-10 p.m. — Salem Riverfront Park Amphitheater — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy a full day of music featuring the Catnip Brothers and more.
Wine & Yoga Experience
6-8 p.m. — Cubanisimo Vineyards — Suggested donation of $5-10 — Enjoy a relaxing yoga class with mountain views followed by a beverage.
Yoga + Libations at Lively Station
6-7 p.m. — Lively Station — $5-$10 suggested donation — Enjoy a relaxing outdoor yoga session followed by dinner and drinks in a vibrant setting.
Pinot & Pizza at Hudak House
4-8 p.m. — Hudak House - Winery & Vineyard — No reservations required — Savor custom pizzas and Pinot while enjoying live music in a scenic setting.
Salem Saturday Market
9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. — State of Oregon Green Lot — Free entry — Celebrate 27 years of local vendors showcasing handmade and homegrown treasures from the Mid-Willamette Valley.
SPCC Annual Luncheon 2025
12-2 p.m. — Broadway Commons — Free lunch — Enjoy insights from Ben Olson on thriving in relationships with practical tools for connection.
Bringing Sea Otters Back to Oregon
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Venti's Cafe + Beer Vault — Free entry — Discover the importance of sea otters and the ecosystem from a passionate marine biologist.
IN A LANDSCAPE: Riverfront Park
4-10 p.m. — Riverfront City Park — Free entry — Experience classical music amidst the stunning natural landscapes of the American West.
Art, Books, and Music Evening
5-7 p.m. — Center 50+ — Free entry — A creative showcase for authors and artists to connect and display their talents.
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