Home Visitors Events Lodging Meeting Planners Contact Contact  

Monthly Event Calendar 2008

 

 

Events: October 2008

*Every effort is made to insure the accuracy of these events, however, due to the passage of time we cannot be responsible for date and time changes or cancellations. Please contact individual events to confirm information.*

Through Oct. 6 Green Eggs & Spam or Bonkers for Batiks Quilt Challenge part of the Quiltopia Weekend
Finish your creation by early September for this month long show. Rules are only size related: No bigger than 54"x54" No smaller than 36"x36" Applications on our website. Free Admission.
Liberty Street Beanery
220 Liberty St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-363-7973 or 877-700-2233
www.quiltedforest.com
Through mid-Oct. Dazzling Dahlias
Come walk thru our garden as its best. We offer self guided wanderings. Cut flowers and plants are available, tuber orders taken. Free admission. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Frey's Dahlias
12054 Brick Rd.
Turner, OR 97392
503-743-3910
www.freysdahlias.com
Through Oct. 26 Quilts Through the Years, 1850-1910
This annual Bush House Museum exhibit features vintage quilts made between 1850 and 1920. All quilts are drawn from the collections of Bush House Museum and various other collections. Free with Museum admission ($2-$4, SAA Members and children under 5 are free). Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. & Sun. noon to 5 p.m.
Bush House Museum
600 Mission St.
Salem, OR 97302
503-581-2228
www.SalemArt.org
Through Oct. 26 Exhibits: Uncommon Thread and Genie Stewart: Net for White Fish
Uncommon Thread is an exhibition of contemporary heavy metal quilts by artist Boo Davis and soft sculpture and fiber art by Shanon Schollian. Net for White Fish, a woven sculptural installation by Camas Gallery artist Genie Stewart, follows the thread of the exhibitions Quilts Through the Years and Uncommon Thread through to a shimmering, celebration of organic forms, color and line.
Admission: Free, donation welcome
Bush Barn Art Center
600 Mission St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
503-581-2228
www.SalemArt.org
Through Oct. 31

French Prairie Gardens Harvest Festival
Bring out the family for a day of fun on the farm including amazing pig races*, a hayride*, hay maze, 20-foot hay slide, pig-barrel train rides**, and pick a pumpkin*** straight from our two acre patch. (*Hayrides & Pig Races are only available on Weekends. **Pig Barrel Train rides are available at an additional cost of $2 per ride, on weekends. ***Pumpkins Sold separately.) Tues.-Fri. $7 pp (adults & children), Sat. & Sun. $8 pp (adults & children), Weekend Family pass for 4 people (adults & children) $30. Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Last entrance one hour before closing.
French Prairie Gardens
17673 French Prairie Rd.
Saint Paul, OR 97137
503-633-8445
www.FPGardens.com

Through Oct. 31 Psalm Gallery Artist: Terry Isaac
Eight limited edition prints featuring the wildlife and landscape art of native Northwesterner, Terry Isaac, are on display. A nationally recognized artist, Isaac is also a published author and teacher. Free admission. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Psalm Performing Arts Center, Corban College & Graduate School
5000 Deer Park Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97317
503-375-7019 or 800-845-3005
www.corban.edu
Tues. through Oct. The Art of Ceremony: Gallery Talks
Staff will lead talks about the exhibition "The Art of Ceremony: Regalia of Native Oregon", Oregon's 2008 American Masterpieces project, features historic and contemporary ceremonial regalia from all of Oregon's federally recognized Native American tribes. Free admission. 12:30 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art
700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6855
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
Wed. through Oct. Wednesday Farmers' Market
Fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, meats, plants, prepackaged foods, limited arts and crafts. Free parking, on-site prepared food available, plenty of customer seating. Rain or shine. Free admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Downtown Salem
Chemeketa Street NE, between High and Commercial Streets Salem, OR 97301
503-585-8264
www.salemsaturdaymarket.com
Sat. through Oct. The Art of Ceremony: Tours
Willamette University students will lead tours of the exhibition "The Art of Ceremony: Regalia of Native Oregon", Oregon's 2008 American Masterpieces project, features historic and contemporary ceremonial regalia from Oregon's federally recognized Native American tribes. Free admission. 1 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art
700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6855
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
Sat. through Oct. Salem Saturday Market
Lots of locally produced products including plants, cut flowers, produce, foods, arts, crafts, etc. Live entertainment, free parking, lots of customer seating, on-site prepared food available. Rain or shine. Free admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Salem Saturday Market
Corner of Summer & Marion Streets NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-8264
www.salemsaturdaymarket.com
Sat. through Oct. Silverton Farmers' Market
Find a bouquet of flowers, plants for the garden or fresh fruits and vegetables directly from local farmers. Free admission. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Town Square Park on Main Street
Silverton, OR 97381
503-390-7276
Sat. through Oct. Independence Farmers' Market
The Independence Farmers' Market is on the Sterling Bank parking lot every Saturday from May through October. Showcases local produce and crafts. Free admission. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sterling Bank Parking lot
302 Main St.
Independence, OR 97351
503-838-5424
Sun. in Oct. Winery Sunday Brunch
Winery Sunday Brunches are year-around with breaks for fall harvest and January hiatus (check site). Each week features different "Specials", Pan Fried Oysters, Eggs Benedict, Omelets, Belgian Waffles & Crepes, Salads, Pork Tacos & Desserts! Reservation recommended. $25 w/discounts for teens & kids. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Eola Hills Wine Cellars
501 South Pacific Highway 99W
Rickreall, OR 97371
503-623-2405 or 800-291-6730
www.EolaHillsWinery.com
Tues. through Nov. 18 Wiggle Worms: Drop-In Music & Movement Program
Bring your wiggle worm to the children's museum for songs, rhymes, and chants as we explore music and movement. Ideal for children ages 18 months to 4 years. Admission: Free with regular paid admission. Call for details. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
116 Marion St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-371-3631 or 800-208-9514
www.acgilbert.org
Thurs. through Nov. 20 Story Time at the Children's Museum
Salem's museum for kids comes alive with stories. Join us in a quiet corner of the museum for a story and related craft. Perfect for ages 2-6, toddlers welcome. Admission: Event is free with regular paid museum admission. Call for details. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
116 Marion St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-371-3631 or 800-208-9514
www.acgilbert.org
Through Jan. 19, 2009 The Art of Ceremony
The exhibition will feature what the tribes consider their finest artwork, items they wear and use in private ceremonies and rituals. Hand-crafted dresses, baskets, jewelry, moccasins and headwear -- many on loan from Native families across the state. Admission: General: $3; Students: (13+): $2; Seniors: $2. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art - Willamette University 700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6854 or 503-370-6639
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art/index.htm
Through June 30, 2009 2nd Annual Mayor's Invitational
The Oregon Artist Series is a year long exhibit featuring work from artists around the state. It is SCC's opportunity to display gorgeous art in our galleries for locals and out of town guests alike! Free. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Salem Conference Center
200 Commercial St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-589-1700
www.salemconferencecenter.org
Oct. 1 First Wednesday, Go Downtown!
Celebrate art, music, and entertainment. Free admission. 5-8 p.m.
Downtown Salem
189 Liberty St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-480-1111
www.GoFirstWednesday.info
Oct. 1 "Portals Through Time" Dedication
The museum dedicates a new piece of outdoor art, "Portals Through Time," by artist Dick Elliott. The piece consists of 45 panels for the museum's second-floor windows, made of safety reflectors in geometric designs and multiple colors. Free admission. 5 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Willamette University
700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6855
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
Oct. 1-31 "Face the Public" Exhibit
Face the Public is a yearly interactive show in which local artists are invited to recreate a section of a famous work of art. During the month of October they paint in the Mary Lou Zeek Gallery and "Face the Public". Free admission. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mary Lou Zeek Gallery
335 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-581-3229
www.zeekgallery.com
Oct. 1-Dec. 1 Salem Art Association Community Art Classes
From painting and drawing to collage and encaustics, SAA offers a variety of art classes for children and adults in beautiful Bush's Pasture Park.
Bush Barn Art Center Annex
600 Mission St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
503-581-2228
www.SalemArt.org
Oct. 2-5 Bad Dates
Live Theatre! This one-woman play is an idiosyncratic journey of self-discovery which enjoyed an extended run Off Broadway. Admission: General: $22, Senior (60+): $18, Students/Military: $12. Thurs. & Fri. @ 7:30 p.m.; Sat. @ 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.; Sun. @ 2 p.m.
Cyrus Reed Ballroom, Reed Opera House
189 Liberty St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-302-8907
www.salemrep.org
Oct. 3 Opening Reception: Exhibit of the Silver Chips Woodcarvers & the Open Studio Painters
The October Exhibit of the Silverton Arts Association & the Borland Gallery will feature works by the Silverchips Wood carvers and the Open Studio Painters. Free admission. 7-9 p.m.
Borland Gallery
303 Coolidge St.
Silverton, OR 97381
503-873-2480
www.silvertonarts.org
Oct. 3-4 Fiber Arts Festival & Handweavers' Sale
Don't miss this opportunity to experience and purchase beautiful hand-woven clothing and products made from a wide variety of fibers. Free admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 3-5 Mission Mill Quilt Show
Come see this beautiful exhibit of quilts on display! Demonstrations on the half hour Friday and Saturday of the show: topics to be announced. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: $3.00 at the door
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 3-5 Quiltopia: A weekend of Quilted Events
Quilted Forest's Quilt Show at the Mill, Green Eggs & Spam or Bonkers for Baitks Quilt Challenge, 8th Annual Quilted Cottage Tour, Bush House Vintage Quilt Show, Handweaver's Show and Sale. Admission: Various, based on event.
Various venues around Salem
503-363-7973
www.quiltedforest.com
Oct. 3-5 Hallie Ford Museum of Art Anniversary Celebration
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art celebrates its 10th anniversary Oct. 3-5 with cake, refreshments, door prizes and drawings. Events include lectures, tours of the exhibitions and of the newly renovated portions of the museum. For a full schedule of events visit www.willamette.edu/cal/event.cgi/9010. Free admission. Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art
700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6855
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
Oct. 3-5, 8-12, 15-19, & 21-25 Corpse! - Live Theater
Comedy thriller set in London 1936 and teeming with family betrayal and fraternal deception. An out of work actor engages his Irish friend to do away with his suave, well-off twin. Of course, things do not go as planned and people are not what they seem. $18 peak shows/$17 off-peak. Show times: Wed.-Sat. @ 7:30 p.m., Sun. @ 2 p.m.
Pentacle Theatre
324 52nd Ave. NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-485-4300
www.pentacletheatre.org
Oct. 3-31 E.Z. Orchards Harvestfest
A great chance to combine fun and education in a great farm setting! Corn-Oregon the Maze, Horse drawn Hayrides, Pumpkins, Live Bluegrass Music and a Petting Zoo. Admission: $6.50/per person over 2 yrs of age. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., the last 3 Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
E.Z. Orchards
5504 Hazelgreen Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97305
503-393-1506
www.ezorchards.com
Oct. 4 Discover Pink Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
Walk fees fund women with lower income under 40, who have symptoms and need breast cancer screening but who don't qualify for other screening programs. If a woman who qualifies for this program is found to have cancer, she can then receive cancer treatment through a special Oregon health program. $15 for participants. (To have your Discover Pink Walk t-shirt on the day of the Walk, please pre-register. Forms are on the website below.) Walk starts at 9 a.m.
Capitol Mall - Wilson Park
900 Court St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-581-9922 ex. 304
www.ywcasalem.org/discoverpink/index.html
Oct. 4 Sod & Seed Class
Learn the step by step way to prepare soil, products to use and why, installation of sod or planting of Willamette Valley friendly grass seed. Question and answer session after the presentations. Free admission. 10 a.m.-noon.
Stone Yard - Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark
270 Cordon Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97317
503-581-0441
www.terragardens.net
Oct. 4 Bridgestone Ball Fitting Challenge & Demo Day
Trained staff from Nike and Bridgestone will be on hand to answer questions and make recommendations, as well as fit you for the right ball. Try before you buy, if you are in the market for some new golf equipment please take advantage of this opportunity. Call to schedule your ball fitting appointment. Come out for food & fun! 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Willow Lake Golf Center
6020 Windsor Island Rd. N
Keizer, OR 97303
503-463-4653
www.willowlakegolfcenter.com
Oct. 4 Quilters Tea
Join us for a delicious three course tea followed by a tour of Deepwood featuring a quilt display. Guest speaker Marty White of the Quilt 'n Stitch in Stayton will share quilting experience and answer questions. $25 reservations required. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Historic Deepwood Estate
1116 Mission St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
503-363-1825
www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
Oct. 4 "You Ain't Heard Nothing Yet!"
The SenateAires present their Annual Show 2008 highlighting award-winning quartets from the Evergreen District and local Sweet Adelines featuring "Fourth Avenue," "Somewhere in Time," TOON'z," a Special Surprise quartet, and the SenateAires Men's Chorus. Matinee: 2 p.m., Evening: 7 p.m.
Chemeketa Community College Auditorium - Bldg. 6
4000 Lancaster Dr. NE
Salem, OR 97305
866-558-5344
www.senateaires.org
Oct. 4-5 Oregon Wedding Showcase Bridal Show
Don't miss the LARGEST fall bridal show in your local area featuring a fashion show, a gown sale, and over 50 local wedding professionals. Admission: $8 at the door/$7 w/online discount. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Oregon State Fair & Expo Center
2330 17th St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-838-2226
www.oregonweddingshowcase.com
Oct. 4-26 Exhibit of the Silver Chips Woodcarvers & the Open Studio Painters
The October Exhibit of the Silverton Arts Association & the Borland Gallery will feature works by the Silverchips Wood carvers and the Open Studio Painters. (Opening reception: Fri. Oct. 3, 7-9 p.m.; see above listing.) Free admission. Sat. & Sun. noon-4 p.m.
Borland Gallery
303 Coolidge St.
Silverton, OR 97381
503-873-2480
www.silvertonarts.org
Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, & 25-26 Fall Harvest Festival
Fall festival with pumpkins, pony ring, slide, maze. Free admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fir Point Farms
14601 Arndt Rd. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
503-678-2455
www.firpointfarms.com
Oct. 5 Polk Flea Market
Good old fashion flea market something for everyone. Food onsite free parking. $1 admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Polk County Fairgrounds
520 S Pacific Hwy W.
Rickreall, OR 97371
503-623-3048
www.co.polk.or.us/Fair
Oct. 5 8th Annual Quilted Cottage Tour
Self-guided tour of homes laden with quilts. Visit 4 homes and see how to decorate with quilts and see their sewing rooms. In conjunction with Quiltopia: A weekend of Quilted Events. Admission: $15 or 2/$25. Noon-5 p.m.
4 Homes through out Salem
503-363-7973 or 877-700-2233
www.quiltedforest.com
Oct. 5 A Star-Studded Afternoon - Wine & Cheese Reception
Celebrate the release of Chris M. Allport & Ariana Richards CD Single "The Prayer". Ariana known for her film role as "Lex" in Jurassic Park and her prize winning oil paintings, and Chris for his voice as "Tootles Darling" in Fox's Peter Pan and the Pirates, and his voice as "Casper the Friendly Ghost", and as vocal accompanist in Emmy award winning show Timeless. Visual art works will be on display. Free admission. 2-4 p.m.
La Belle Maison
320 Liberty St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-779-1180
Oct. 5 Trio St. Cecilia: Bach, Handel and Rutter
The opening concert of the St. Paul's Evensong Concert Series will feature "Trio St. Cecilia" and guest soprano Beth Eck in Bach's Brandenburg Concerto #5, Handel's "Ode to St. Cecilia" and John Rutter's "Suite Antique." Free; donations accepted. 4-5 p.m.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1444 Liberty St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
503-362-3661
www.stpaulsoregon.org
Oct. 6 Salem Big Band Performance
We're back! For our 20th year of monthly First Monday Free Public Performances. Enjoy the very best big band swing and jazz featuring vocalist Christie Jungling. Free admission. 7-9 p.m.
Walery's Pizza
1555 Edgewater NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-585-1400
www.home.comcast.net/~salembigb/
Oct. 8-12, 15-19, & 21-25 Corpse! - Live Theater
Comedy thriller set in London 1936 and teeming with family betrayal and fraternal deception. An out of work actor engages his Irish friend to do away with his suave, well-off twin. Of course, things do not go as planned and people are not what they seem. $18 peak shows/$17 off-peak. Show times: Wed.-Sat. @ 7:30 p.m., Sun. @ 2 p.m.
Pentacle Theatre
324 52nd Ave. NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-485-4300
www.pentacletheatre.org
Oct. 9 Salsa Contest!
Come out for a fun night of SALSA! Not the dance, the good grub! Enter in one or all of our 5 categories or COME TASTE TEST AND HELP US JUDGE!! Free. Entries much be received by 6 p.m., judging starts at 7 p.m.
Silverton Wooden Nickel
1610 Pine St.
Silverton, OR 97381
503-873-9979
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 9 Hogue-Sponenburgh Art Lecture: The Deep Structure of the Arts Hogue-Sponenburgh Art Lecture: The Deep Structure of the Arts
Ellen Dissanayake, an independent scholar who explores the idea that the arts are inherent features of human nature, will deliver the Hogue-Sponenburgh Lecture with the topic "The Deep Structure of the Arts". Free admission. 8 p.m.
Cone Chapel, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6258
www.ellendissanayake.com
Oct. 9-12 Bad Dates
Live Theatre! This one-woman play is an idiosyncratic journey of self-discovery which enjoyed an extended run Off Broadway. Admission: General: $22, Senior (60+): $18, Students/Military: $12. Thurs. & Fri. @ 7:30 p.m.; Sat. @ 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.; Sun. @ 2 p.m.
Cyrus Reed Ballroom, Reed Opera House
189 Liberty St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-302-8907
www.salemrep.org
Oct. 10 Wine Tasting
Join us as we taste the wines of two winemakers and sample small bites in a lovely historic setting. $10, reservations recommended. 5-7 p.m.
Historic Deepwood Estate
1116 Mission St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
503-363-1825
www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
Oct. 10 Karaoke
EVERY FRIDAY starting October 10th! Best Karaoke Spot in Silverton! Must be 21. Free. Starts at 9 p.m.
Silverton Wooden Nickel
1610 Pine St.
Silverton, OR 97381
503-873-9979
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 10-Dec. 23 Exhibit: Country Cathedrals: 19th Century Churches in the Northwest
Oregon photographer Barry Peril's photographs capture the architectural and decorative details of these historic Northwest churches - from plain and humble to rich and ornate - and reflect the aesthetic and religious values. Non-members free with museum admission; members free. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 11 Seminar: "Raising Kids of Character"
Diane Moore, director of Healthy Families International, author, and a certified family life educator with B.S., Psychology, leads a parenting seminar based on the principles contained in her book. Continental breakfast provided. Admission: $10/pre-registered (Oct. 6th), $15/door. 8:30 a.m.-noon.
Psalm Performing Arts Center - Corban College & Graduate School
5000 Deer Park Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97317
503-375-7005 or 800-764-1383
www.corban.edu/parentingseminar
Oct. 11 13th Annual Kids Bulb Day
Kids have fun planting tulip bulbs while learning basic gardening skills. Prizes, treats & balloons. Free - must register by visiting the store and filling out form. 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Al’s Garden Center
1220 N Pacific Hwy.
Woodburn, OR 97071
503-981-1245
www.als-gardencenter.com
Oct. 11 Patio, Pathway & Wall Building
This class will cover the steps needed to create beautiful brick or stone patios or pathways. Also, learn how to create a retaining wall from the ground up. Free admission. 10 a.m.-noon.
Stone Yard - Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark
270 Cordon Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97317
503-581-0441
www.terragardens.net
Oct. 11 Fall Doll Show & Sale
Dolls, Bears, Miniatures & related items. Food available on site, free parking. Admission: $3, Age 5 and under is free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Polk County Fairgrounds
520 S Pacific Hwy W.
Rickreall, OR 97371
503-623-3048
www.co.polk.or.us/Fair
Oct. 11 Family Fun Saturday: Dig It!
Celebrate Oregon Archeology Month. Who knows what you will discover??? Free admission. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 11 Blanchet Catholic School's 12th Annual Benefit Auction -
Roar of the Wild, an African Safari
The school's largest fundraiser, raising over $125,000 for students and programs. Enjoy entertainment, dinner catered by the Wooden Nickel and many wonderful silent and oral auction items. Tickets $40. 5-9 p.m.
Blanchet Catholic School
4373 Market St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-391-2639
www.blanchetcatholicschool.com
Oct. 11 American Roots Music Festival
Annual event that celebrates American roots music and also the importance of music education. A fundraiser for local arts education. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students. 7-9 p.m.
Turner Tabernacle
5605 Jubilee Dr. SE
Turner, OR 97392
503-767-7464
www.americanrootsmusicfestival.org
Oct. 11 Live Music @ Mac's Place
Come and visit Silverton's oldest building while taking in the sounds of THE FLEXTONES!! $5 cover. 9 p.m.
Mac's Place
201 N Water St
Silverton, OR 97381
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 11-12, 18-19, & 25-26 Fall Harvest Festival
Fall festival with pumpkins, pony ring, slide, maze. Free admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fir Point Farms
14601 Arndt Rd. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
503-678-2455
www.firpointfarms.com
Oct. 11-Dec. 21 The Second Crow's Shadow Institute for the Arts Biennial
A selection of contemporary prints created at the Crow's Shadow Institute of the Arts on the Umatilla Indian Reservation in northeastern Oregon will be featured. General $3; Students (13+) & Seniors $2; Children free; Everyone is free on Tues. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art - Willamette University
700 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6855
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art/index.htm
Oct. 13 Oregon Symphony Pops Concert: A Tribute to Dorsey & Sinatra
This Oregon Symphony program showcases two of the greats from the Big Band era, with Tommy Dorsey's Hit Parade and Frank Sinatra's classic songs. 8 p.m.
Smith Auditorium, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 364-0149
www.oregonsymphony.org/salem
Oct. 14 Patchwork Tales "Broken Star"
In costume and character, Debbie Dimitre will first bring to life the story of Harriet Beecher-Stowe, author of "Uncle Tom's Cabin". Then tells the dramatic story of Harriet Tubman, the woman who piloted hundreds of slaves over the Underground Railroad to freedom. Free admission. 10 a.m.
Capital Manor
1955 Dallas Hwy NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-362-4101 or 800-637-0327
www.capitalmanor.com
Oct. 14 Graduate Education Preview Night
For anyone who'd like to explore the two Graduate of Education programs (Post-Bac, Oregon licensure for teachers with bachelors; M.Ed. for those seeking masters) offered at the College: dinner, presentation, and class visit. Free admission. 4:30 p.m.
Manna Conference Rm, Schimmel Hall - Corban College & Graduate School
5000 Deer Park Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97317
503-375-7005 or 800-764-1383
www.corban.edu/graduate/education/news/insideview.html
Oct. 14 Piano/Fiddle
Starting with only framework of familiar melody, pianist Lynn Wrightand violinist/fiddler Adam DeGraff improvise as they go, blending the known with the unknowing gripping performances that make toes tap and hands clap. "Uncategorically good music!" $30 Gen. Adm., $10 students w/chaperone. 7 p.m.
Historic Elsinore Theater
170 High St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-375-3574
www.salemcommunityconcerts.org
Oct. 15-19 & 21-25 Corpse! - Live Theater
Comedy thriller set in London 1936 and teeming with family betrayal and fraternal deception. An out of work actor engages his Irish friend to do away with his suave, well-off twin. Of course, things do not go as planned and people are not what they seem. $18 peak shows/$17 off-peak. Show times: Wed.-Sat. @ 7:30 p.m., Sun. @ 2 p.m.
Pentacle Theatre
324 52nd Ave. NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-485-4300
www.pentacletheatre.org
Oct. 15-Jan. 15 Hispanic Holiday Celebrations
Hispanic Holiday Celebrations filled with colorful, symbolic traditions rooted deep in colonial and indigenous cultures: Dia de los Muertos, Nov. 1-2; Las Posadas, Dec. 16-24; and Dia de los Reyes, Jan. 6. Free admission. Gallery Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. & Sat. noon-4 p.m., closed on major holidays.
World Beat Gallery - Reed Opera House
189 Liberty St., Second Floor
Salem, OR 97302
503-581-2004
www.worldbeatfestival.org
Oct. 16 The Art of Ceremony: Lecture
Anthropology Professor Rebecca Dobkins, curator of Native American art at the Hallie Ford Museum of Art, will give a lecture about Oregon's Native regalia and the museum exhibition 'The Art of Ceremony: Regalia of Native Oregon', on display through Jan. 18. Free admission. 7 p.m.
Paulus Great Hall, Collins Legal Center, Willamette University
245 Winter St.
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6855
www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
Oct. 16 Kremer Chair in Economics Lecture
Alice Rivlin, the first director of the Congressional Budget Office, will lecture about "Economic Challenges Facing the New President". Free admission. 7:30 p.m.
Cone Chapel, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6552
www.willamette.edu
Oct. 16-18, 23-25 & 30-31 Twelfth Night
Love, mistaken identities, disguises, revenge, passion and music make "Twelfth Night" a deliciously disturbing and funny play. Contact WU Theatre Box Office at (503) 370-6221 for ticket info. 7:30 p.m.
Kresge Theatre, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6221
www.willamette.edu/cla/theatre/
Oct. 17 Choir & Orchestra Concert
The Corban choirs and chamber orchestra will present classical, traditional sacred, and worship music in their fall concert. Free admission. 7:30 p.m.
Psalm Performing Arts Center, Corban College & Graduate School
5000 Deer Park Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97317
503-375-7019 or 800-845-3005
www.corban.edu
Oct. 17 Jazz Night
The Willamette University Jazz Ensemble and the Willamette Singers, along with various jazz combos, will perform. Free admission. 7:30 p.m.
Smith Auditorium - Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6687
www.willamette.edu/cla/music
Oct. 17-26 36th Annual Old Aurora Colony Quilt Show
Marvel at over 100 quilts displayed through the five building complex to the theme "Blocks in Motion". Quilting demonstrations, vendor mall, country store.
Old Aurora Colony Museum
Corner of Second & Liberty Streets
Aurora, OR 97002
503-678-5754
www.auroracolonymuseum.com
Oct. 18 Beginning Bonsai
Bonsai (pronounced bone-sigh) means "tree in a pot". The beginning class will include plant, pot, book and instruction. All class participants will receive a 10% discount on all things bonsai on the day of the class. Fee is $40 with paid pre-registration or $45 on day of class. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Greenhouse - Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark
270 Cordon Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97317
503-581-0441
www.terragardens.net
Oct. 18 Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Merriment
Celebrate fall with harvest crafts and games, fresh pressed cider, a sampling of rare fruits and vegetables, a 4-H farm animal petting zoo, carving demonstrations, and a display of carved pumpkins from local youth artists. Admission: Regular admission applies; bring a carved pumpkin for one free admission. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
116 Marion St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-371-3631 or 800-208-9514
www.acgilbert.org
Oct. 18 Damned Women: Sinners and Witches in Puritan New England by Speaker Elizabeth Reis
In 1692, Salem, Massachusetts erupted into a crisis surrounding witchcraft. Join Elizabeth Reis as she gives a presentation on this fascinating subject. Free with Museum admission, Members are free. 3-5 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 18 Salsa Lessons at Cubanisimo Vineyards
$15 per person includes 1 hour salsa lesson and 1 glass of wine. RSVP Required. Lessons start at 5 p.m.
Cubanisimo Vineyards Wine Tasting Room
1754 Best Rd. NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-588-1763
www.cubanisimovineyards.com
Oct. 18 Bowser's Boo Bash
Bowser's Boo Bash is Willamette Humane Society's signature event to benefit the animals. Guests enjoy a gourmet meal, live musical entertainment, and the chance to bid on more than 100 items in both a silent and live auction. Costumes encouraged! $50 per person. 5-11 p.m.
Salem Conference Center
200 Commercial St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-5900
www.willamettehumane.org
Oct. 18 Pottery Painting Party
Paint bright colors on ceramic bisqueware. Bring a pot luck dish and enjoy an evening with the family. $10 adult, $5 child 12 and under. 6-9 p.m.
Willamette Art Center
2330 17th St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-365-3911
www.willametteartcenter.com
Oct. 18 Parents & Family Weekend Concert
Featuring the University Chamber Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, University Band, Male Ensemble Willamette, Voce Femminile and Chamber Choir. Free admission. 7 p.m.
Smith Auditorium - Willamette University 900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6687
www.willamette.edu/cla/music
Oct. 18 Live Music @ Mac's Place
Come and visit Silverton's oldest building while taking in the sounds of LINDA HORNBUCKLE!! $5 cover. 9 p.m.
Mac's Place
201 N Water St
Silverton, OR 97381
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 18-19 2008 Women's Show
A day just for women! Vendor booths geared toward women's health, beauty, fitness, recreation, fashion and home decor. Plus a Model Search, 3 Fashion shows and much more! $5 admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Salem Conference Center
200 Commercial St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-390-7324
www.excelexpos.com
Oct. 18-19, & 25-26 Fall Harvest Festival
Fall festival with pumpkins, pony ring, slide, maze. Free admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fir Point Farms
14601 Arndt Rd. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
503-678-2455
www.firpointfarms.com
Oct. 19 New Music at Willamette
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Messiaen, Portland pianist Jeffrey Payne, co-founder of the ensemble Fear No Music, will perform Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant-Jesus, Olivier Messiaen's monumental suite for piano. Free admission. 3 p.m.
Hudson Hall, Rogers Music Center - Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6255
www.willamette.edu/cla/music
Oct. 19 & 26 Twelfth Night
Love, mistaken identities, disguises, revenge, passion and music make "Twelfth Night" a deliciously disturbing and funny play. Contact WU Theatre Box Office at (503) 370-6221 for ticket info. 2 p.m.
Kresge Theatre, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6221
www.willamette.edu/cla/theatre/
Oct. 21-25 Corpse! - Live Theater
Comedy thriller set in London 1936 and teeming with family betrayal and fraternal deception. An out of work actor engages his Irish friend to do away with his suave, well-off twin. Of course, things do not go as planned and people are not what they seem. $18 peak shows/$17 off-peak. Show times: Wed.-Sat. @ 7:30 p.m., Sun. @ 2 p.m.
Pentacle Theatre
324 52nd Ave. NW
Salem, OR 97304
503-485-4300
www.pentacletheatre.org
Oct. 23 Fall Gathering: Flying with our Own Wings
Mission Mill’s ability to achieve success requires commitment from all of us who care about the future of this designated American Treasure. Come celebrate with presentations, entertainment, food and opportunities to support our heritage. $25 per person, reservations required. 6:30 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 23 BINGO!
Come have some fun with us playing BINGO! $1 Cards and lots of prizes. CASH WINNER TOO! Free admission. 7 p.m.
Sublimity Wooden Nickel
108 N Main
Sublimity, OR 97385
503-769-8181
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 23 Cyrene: A World Heritage Site in the 21st Century
Professor Susan Kane of Oberlin College will present an archaeological history of the ancient city of Cyrene and its monuments and outline the issues facing modern cultural heritage management of the site in the 21st century. Free admission. 7:30 p.m.
Kaneko Auditorium, Willamette University
1300 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6654
www.willamette.edu/centers/casa/AIA
Oct. 23-25 & 30-31 Twelfth Night
Love, mistaken identities, disguises, revenge, passion and music make "Twelfth Night" a deliciously disturbing and funny play. Contact WU Theatre Box Office at (503) 370-6221 for ticket info. 7:30 p.m.
Kresge Theatre, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6221
www.willamette.edu/cla/theatre/
Oct. 24 Elizabeth Bowers Zambia Education Fund's 3rd Annual Zambia Night
Zambia Night is celebration of the completed community library in Lumwana West, NW Province of Zambia. It's also a fundraiser for solar panels for library and funds to send two girls to school in library science. Free admission. 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Blue Pepper Gallery Framing and Internet Cafe
241 Commercial St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
(h)503-585-4605 or (w)503-370-6248
www.bethsgirls.org
Oct. 24 Fall Band Concert
The Corban concert band will perform some exciting classical and modern band repertoire in their fall concert. Free admission. 7:30 p.m.
Psalm Performing Arts Center, Corban College & Graduate School
5000 Deer Park Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97317
503-375-7019 or 800-845-3005
www.corban.edu
Oct. 24-26 2008 Salem Home & Remodeling Show
The home event for the Salem Keizer area. Found the most practical of items to the newest products and services for your home. Fri. 3-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7/adult, Kids under 16 free.
Oregon State Fairgrounds
2330 17th St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-364-1716 or 800-537-9396
www.WVPevents.com
www.oregonstatefair.org
Oct. 24-Nov. 1 Oregon School for the Deaf's Haunted House, the Nightmare Factory
This annual fund raiser has raises for too many things to remember! Also as a part of the haunted house, the school holds a can food drive, and has gathered tons and tons of food for local area food banks. General $8, Scare Again $5, Fast Pass $12. Fri.-Sat. 7-11 p.m., Sun.-Thurs. 7-10 p.m.
Oregon School of the Deaf
999 Locust St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-379-3825
www.nightmarefactorysalem.com
Oct. 25 Trick-or-Treat Treasure Day
Take advantage of our fall specials and receive a free pansy with any purchase. All children under 12 will receive a free trick-or-treat treasure bag. Free admission. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark
270 Cordon Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97317
503-581-0441
www.terragardens.net
Oct. 25 Annual Apple Day
The Home Orchard Society will be onsite to identify apples and pears from your home orchard. Bring in an apple or pear sample from your favorite tree and they will identify what kind it is. We will have an assortment of different varieties on hand for your sampling pleasure. Free admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark
270 Cordon Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97317
503-581-0441
www.terragardens.net
Oct. 25

Hispanic Concert
Admission TBD; parking $5. 8 p.m.
Oregon State Fairgrounds - Pavilion
2330 17th St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-997-0388
www.oregonstatefair.org

Oct. 25 Live Music @ Mac's Place
Come and visit Silverton's oldest building while taking in the sounds of Garry Mezierre & Orvil Ivie!! $5 cover. 9 p.m.
Mac's Place
201 N Water St
Silverton, OR 97381
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 25-26 2008 Fall Festival
Children's Costume Parade, Pet Costume Parade, Hay Rides, Corn Field Maze, Pumpkin Sling Shot, Corn Shucking Contest, Arts & Crafts Tent & MORE. $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 students, under 7 is FREE. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Oregon Garden
879 W Main St.
Silverton, OR 97381
503-874-8100 or 877-674-2733
www.oregongarden.org
Oct. 25-26 Fall Harvest Festival
Fall festival with pumpkins, pony ring, slide, maze. Free admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fir Point Farms
14601 Arndt Rd. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
503-678-2455
www.firpointfarms.com
Oct. 26 Twelfth Night
Love, mistaken identities, disguises, revenge, passion and music make "Twelfth Night" a deliciously disturbing and funny play. Contact WU Theatre Box Office at (503) 370-6221 for ticket info. 2 p.m.
Kresge Theatre, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6221
www.willamette.edu/cla/theatre/
Oct. 28 Guitar Hero Party
Come live out your rock star fantasies on the big screen! Prize awarded for most points. Compete against others in your skill level. Free. Starts at 8 p.m.
Sublimity Wooden Nickel
108 N Center St.
Sublimity, OR 97385
503-769-8181
www.woodennickel.com
Oct. 29 Chef/Stewards Table Dinner
Wine Steward Brian Kemmerle & Chef Derek Ridgway present an evening of wine and food pairing. This event is limited to 12 people, seating is at a single table in our Wine Bar. $75. 6-10 p.m.
Bentley's Grill
291 Liberty St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-779-1660
www.bentleysgrill.com
Oct. 29 Ben Wolfe in Concert
Ben has gained a large following from his performances with Wynton Marsalis, Harry Connick, Jr., and Diana Krall. Ben Wolfe describes his dance as "chamber music within a jazz context". Currently teaching faculty at the Julliard School: Jazz Division. Tickets: Adults - $10; Students and Seniors - $5; Willamette University Students - free with I.D. 7:30 p.m.
Cone Chapel, in Waller Hall at Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6255
www.willamette.edu
Oct. 30 Spooky Mill Tour
Tour the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill in the dim, spooky evening light. You can learn some of the grimmer aspects of working in an industrial age woolen mill, just in time for Halloween. $5, limit 30 people, pre-registration required by Oct. 29. 7-8 p.m.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org
Oct. 30 End of an Empire: Archaeology and the Collapse of Urartu
Professor Paul Zimansky reviews historical and other recent archaeological evidence relevant to the end of Urartu and offers an explanation for the thoroughness of Urartu's disappearance. Free admission. 7:30 p.m.
Paulus Great Hall, Collins Legal Center, Willamette University
245 Winter St.
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6654
www.willamette.edu/centers/casa/AIA
Oct. 30-31 Twelfth Night
Love, mistaken identities, disguises, revenge, passion and music make "Twelfth Night" a deliciously disturbing and funny play. Contact WU Theatre Box Office at (503) 370-6221 for ticket info. 7:30 p.m.
Kresge Theatre, Willamette University
900 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-370-6221
www.willamette.edu/cla/theatre/
Oct. 31 3rd Annual Non-Scary Halloween
Bring the little ones to enjoy all the fun of Halloween without the scary stuff. Storytelling, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and more with candy for each child as they complete each activity. Come play in our huge pile of leaves! Free admission. 3-5 p.m.
Historic Deepwood Estate
1116 Mission St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
503-363-1825
www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
Oct. 31 Masquerade at the Mill: Halloween Bash
Ghouls and Goblins get ready to dance! Bring your best costume for a chance to win one spooky contest! $10 single, $15 couple, $5 children 14 years and under, Members ½ price in every category. 8 p.m.-midnight.
Mission Mill Museum
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.missionmill.org

Top