Good morning, Salem.

Family business owners of Minuteman Press in Salem and Tigard had a busy year as Craig Davidson was named Volunteer of the Year by the Tigard Chamber of Commerce and their Salem shop signed a deal to print materials for the new Marion Berries baseball team.

They say they will deepen community ties and update operations while keeping family tradition alive+ serving local business needs.

Classical pianist Hunter Noack dazzled Salem crowds as he performed outdoors at Riverfront Park on Sept.

19, 2025 with his 1912 Steinway grand piano—inviting audience members to lie beneath the nine foot instrument to experience its full acoustics while others listened with wireless headphones as they strolled the park.

An environmental group surveyed Oregon water and found that five communities—Springfield, Klamath Falls, Redmond, La Grande and Canyon Ridge—have drinking water with levels of chromium, nitrate and arsenic linked to cancer risk.

The study also found that some Willamette Valley systems, including Salem, exceed chromium guidelines and may prompt a review by regulators.

A new study from the Urban Institute shows that if Congress does not extend Affordable Care Act subsidies before they end this year, nearly 5M people in Oregon and seven other states will face steep premium hikes next year and many will lose their coverage—governors from 18 states have urged lawmakers to act fast to keep affordable health care available.

Northwest Human Services expanded its downtown clinic hours to help homeless patients with injuries and chronic conditions from lack of shelter, and the drop-in center now sees more walk-ins while coordinating with West Salem to provide needed medications and social services—staff report that patient visits have risen and plans to remodel the space and pilot telehealth services are underway. This initiative aims to offer continuous care and address the complex health needs of the local community.

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.

Timeless Footprints with Annette Jensen

2-11:59 p.m. — Center 50+ — Free entry — Explore how to make a lasting impact on the world around you with an inspiring talk from Annette Jensen.

Youth Coordinated Entry Program Visit

11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Learn about housing assistance and resources for youth ages 14-24 from local community organizations.

October Salem Stoic Society Meeting

5:00 – 6:30 PM — IKE Box Café — Free entry — Explore practical Stoicism to navigate life's challenges and cultivate resilience with like-minded individuals.

Michael Carbonaro Live Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — All ages welcome — Experience the magic and comedy of Michael Carbonaro known for his hidden camera magic series.

Sonic Journey – Sound Bath Experience

7-8:45 p.m. — Salem Friends Meeting — $20-40 sliding scale — Immerse yourself in a meditative sound bath with gongs and crystal singing bowls for profound relaxation.

Oregon Ready Fair 2025

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — 3930 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR — Free entry — A community event focused on practical emergency preparedness and hands-on learning for all ages.

Spooky Boo Paint Night

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Valiant the Sandwich — All materials included — Unleash your creativity with a ghostly painting experience this Halloween.