Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
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🏘️ Community
Cherriots is inviting riders and community members to join Bus-tache November+ a campaign that will support men's health by encouraging mustache selfies on buses starting November 1.
A special selfie event will be held November 13 at the Downtown Transit Center from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
💼 Business
Longtime downtown Salem bar The Night Deposit Whiskey Library at 195 Commercial St. NE will close its doors today on Halloween — its owners announced the decision on Oct.
24 after many years of hosting drinking, dancing and deejaying. The company added that The Vault Bar & Grill at 1111 Edgewater St. NW will remain open.
🎭 Culture
This November, Salem galleries will show local ceramics, woodland scenes, and handmade dolls from around the world while hosting events like the Salem Art Walk on Nov.
7th and a live benefit auction at Elsinore Framing & Fine Art Gallery on Nov. 16th—other venues will feature fiber arts and themed exhibits such as a black, white and gray gala. Visitors will enjoy diverse art experiences that cater to a range of tastes.
📰 Economy
Oregon Treasurer Steiner said today that treasury staff are reducing PERS private equity holdings from a recent high of 28% to 25% by the end of this year and planning to lower them further to no more than 20%.
She explained that investments were sold and new buys slowed—actions taken after criticism that too much of the $97 billion fund was in non-public companies.
🏛️ Government
Marion County officials discussed spending $100,000 per week for two weeks on food baskets for SNAP recipients as the government shutdown could delay federal benefits, with an estimated support of 300,000 meals per week.
Cherriots also announced it will offer free rides to food pantries starting Nov. 1 to help local residents access food resources.
🎉 Salem Events
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Salem For All! Variety Show
2-11:50 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate local talent as performers showcase meaningful cultural works hosted by Peter Bergel.
Latinas - Wine Tasting With Friends
1-3 p.m. — Cória Estates — $56 — Enjoy a delightful wine tasting experience at a family-owned vineyard in Salem, Oregon.
Childbirth Education Series
6-9 p.m. — Community Health Education Center — $90 — Gain essential skills for labor, delivery, and postpartum care through this informative four-week series.
Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — Free service — Help fight off the flu with a timely in-and-out trip to the clinic.
Indoor Winter Market at Wavra Farms
10 AM – 3 PM — Wavra Farms & Nursery — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy a cozy market atmosphere this winter season.
Malderine Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Oregon Garden Resort — Dinner and drinks available — Enjoy a captivating evening with Malderine's blend of haunting melodies and favorite tunes.
Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — No cost — Help fight off the flu with a timely in-and-out trip to the clinic.
Beginning Charcoal Drawing Class
10 AM – 2 PM — McMinnville Senior Center — All materials included — Discover the expressive world of charcoal in a laid-back, beginner-friendly class.
Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — Varies by insurance — Help protect against the flu with a quick and convenient clinic visit.
Barracuda - Heart Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket info available online — Experience an album-accurate tribute to Heart with the powerhouse vocals of DL Car.
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