Good morning, Salem.

Dreamies Creamery—a family-run business making ice cream from sheep’s milk—opened its second location at The Forge in downtown Salem.

The shop welcomes customers until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and plans to expand to support local farmers.

A Salem teenager admitted to a second-degree murder charge in Marion County Juvenile Court after he shot classmate José in Bush’s Pasture Park on March 7—he also wounded two other boys—he avoided adult trial and will serve his sentence at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility until he turns 25.

The FBI is asking anyone in Salem who may have been tricked by Bene Market Group or its affiliated companies to share details or documents—tips that will help the agency with a health care fraud investigation, which has raised concerns over false texts and forged signatures.

The Salem-Keizer School District has expanded its hands-on behavioral health training to help staff, including bus drivers, reduce injuries from student incidents after a state safety review flagged high injury rates.

The new courses—ranging from a single day to a week—teach safe restraint techniques and have led to fewer severe injuries last school year.

Salem city council will discuss a report that states $3 million in subsidies is needed to attract a new airline to the airport—this report offers options for low-cost and legacy carriers that could resume service by summer or fall.

Council members will also consider several appointments and review new apartment development projects at the 6 p.m. meeting Monday at Loucks Auditorium at Salem Public Library.

Governor Newsom, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, and Washington Governor Bob Ferguson announced the West Coast Health Alliance, with Hawaii joining the group the next day to challenge federal health guidelines—promising to set evidence-based immunization recommendations that break from HHS and CDC policies.

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.

Beginner ESL Class

3 PM — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Participate in a multilingual beginner-level English class with supportive instruction.

Yoga + Coffee at Prismatic

12-1 p.m. — Prismatic Coffee Company — Suggested donation of $5-10 — Enjoy a midday yoga flow followed by coffee in a sustainable community.