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Wed. May-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 http://www.salemsaturdaymarket.com
Sat. May-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 http://www.salemsaturdaymarket.com
Sat. May-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. May-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
Sat. & Sun. in June, July & Aug.	Onsite Entertainment Music and entertainment every weekend in June, July and August for shoppers families to enjoy. Woodburn Company Stores 1001 Arney Rd. Woodburn, OR 97071 (503) 981-1900 http://www.shop-woodburn.com
Through June 15	Peony Fest Peonies galore! Walk the fields and view hundreds of varieties of peony flowers. Free admission. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. Adelman Peony Gardens 5690 Brooklake Rd. NE Salem, OR 97305 (503) 393-6185 http://www.peonyparadise.com
Through June 21	Betty the Yeti - Live Theatre A timely satire wrapped in an eco-fable set in the Pacific Northwest blends the very real and the not so real, with hilarious and surprising results. A logger who has recently lost his job and has split with his wife meets a female Sasquatch. $18 peak shows/$17 off-peak. Wed.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Pentacle Theatre 324 52nd Ave. NW Salem, OR 97304 (503) 485-4300 http://www.pentacletheatre.org
Through June 21	ART SHOW 5 Oregon Woman artist, became friends after attending Tere Barkley's "ART FOCAS GROUG" this past fall. Calling their friendship 5 Woman Artists and are showing their works at The Arbor Cafe. Mon.-Wed. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. The Arbor Cafe 380 High St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 571-1161 http://www.thearborcafe.com
Through June 29	Weaving Wright from the Garden Basket Show & Sale This is an exhibition of original contemporary and traditional basket designs by the Willamette Valley Basket Weavers. Evelyn Gordon's personal collection is also on display. Frank Lloyd Wright designed the Gordon House to be in communion with the natural surroundings of its setting. $2 admission. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Frank Lloyd Wright's Gordon House 879 W Main St. Silverton, OR 97381 (503) 874-6006 http://www.thegordonhouse.org
Through June 30	Daughters of the American Revolution History Exhibit The DAR has their American Revolutionary War exhibit at the Keizer Heritage Museum through June 30th. Free admission. Tues. & Thurs. 2-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Keizer Heritage Museum 980 Chemawa Rd. NE Keizer, OR 97303 (503) 393-9660 http://www.keizerheritage.org
Through June 30	Samuel Rouslin Watercolor Paintings Samuel Rouslin, local Salem artist, to show/share contemporary transparent watercolor paintings, landscapes, still life, seascapes, etc. j. james restaurant 325 High St. Salem, OR 97301 (503) 362-0888 http://www.srouslinart.com
Through June 30	Spring Exhibit - Historic Deepwood Estate Showcasing Moms, Millinery, Men of Deepwood, and Molding, Mantel, and Millwork. A look at clothing, people, and historic architecture. $4 adults, $3 sr/student, $2 12-6 yrs., 6 and under free. Call for schedule. Historic Deepwood Estate 1116 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) 363-1825 http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
Through July 15	Exhibit: Scotland & Her People The Salem Multicultural Institute and the Northwest St. Andrew's Society invite you to a new exhibit on Scotland. Subjects include: great and influential Scots, traditional dress, and daily life. Homelearners Network curriculum is available. Free admission. Mon., Wed. & Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat. 1-4 p.m. Reed Opera House - World Beat Gallery 189 Liberty St., Second Floor Salem, OR 97301 (503) 581-2004 http://www.salemmulticultural.org
Through July 27	Adam Bacher: Earth, Water, and Sky An exhibition of color photographs by Adam Bacher of Portland, who captures the remote alpine regions and backcountry wilderness of the western U.S. $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and students, free for children under 12, free for all on Tuesdays. 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 http://www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
Through Aug. 30	Exhibit: Souls, Skills and Scholars Jason Lee, Methodist missionary, came to Oregon and founded the Indian Manual Labor School in 1834. The Oregon Institute was established in 1842, and Willamette University was a direct outgrowth of this in 1853. Free with Museum admission. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mission Mill Museum 1313 Mill Street SE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 585-7012 http://www.missionmill.org
June 6	A Conversation with Michael Dailey Museum Director John Olbrantz and Seattle painter Michael Dailey discuss Dailey's life and work. This is in conjunction with the museum exhibition "Michael Dailey: Color, Light, Time, and Place," on display June 7-Aug. 31. Free admission. 5-6 p.m. Roger Hull Lecture Hall, Hallie Ford Museum of Art 700 State St. Salem, OR 97301 (503) 370-6855 http://www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
June 6	WOU Symphony Orchestra The Symphony Orchestra will open with the lively "Hoedown" from Aaron Copland's ballet "Rodeo", then feature six outstanding undergraduate soloists: Kaitlyn Roth, Keeley Kennedy, Erica Hall, Gillian Denton, Collin Dunlap, and Sara Truelove, as well as the premier of "Under the Strand" by student composer Jenn Richards. Free admission. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Western Oregon University - Rice Auditorium 345 N Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, OR 97361 (503) 838-8275 http://www.wou.edu/las/creativearts/
June 7	Painting with Oil & Acrylics Weekend Workshop Enjoy a weekend art workshop with Salem Art Association. Painting with Oil & Acrylics with artist Claudia Zimmerman. Visit the website for more information or to register. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Bush Barn Art Center 600 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) -581-2228 http://www.SalemArt.org
June 7	Canine Celebration The Joys of Living Assistance Dogs. Suggested donation. Hours TBD - 11 a.m.-4 p.m. or noon-5 p.m. Oregon State Fairgrounds - FFA Pavilion 2330 17th St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 551-4572 http://www.oregonstatefair.org
June 7-8	33rd Annual Wells Fargo Fire and Thunder Jet Funny Cars, Alcohol Funny Cars, and Alcohol Dragster cover the quarter mile in 5.6 seconds or less at speed over 260 mph. NHRA class cars compete in stock, Super Stock, Super gas, Super Comp, Super Street, and Top comp in side-by-side competition. Sat. $20/adult & Sun. $25/adult; Age 6-14 $5 each day; Age 5 and younger free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodburn Dragstrip 7730 Highway 219 Woodburn, OR 97071 (503) 982-4461 http://www.woodburndragstrip.com
June 7-Aug. 31	Michael Dailey: Color, Light, Time, and Place An exhibition of paintings and works on paper that span a 45-year period in the life of Michael Dailey, a highly regarded Seattle painter and University of Washington professor emeritus. $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and students, free for children under 12, free for all on Tuesdays. 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 http://www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
June 8	Improvisation Ensemble Concert Advanced improvisation students from Western Oregon University spontaneously create a concert from scratch. Free admission. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Smith Music Hall - Western Oregon University 345 N Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, OR 97361 (503) 838-8275 http://www.wou.edu/las/creativearts/
June 9, 16, 23, & 30	Landscape Design Class - Principles & Implementation Learn to create a garden in which beauty and harmony co-exist amidst many different species. Instructor, Elizabeth Frances, owner Garden Angels. $80/4 weeks, pre-registration necessary. 6-9 p.m. Historic Deepwood Estate 1116 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) 363-1825 http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
June 9, 16 & 23	Tai Chi Movement Relax your mind and gently condition your body by learning the slow, fluid movements of this classic Chinese exercise. $10 per person, reservations recommended. 9-10 a.m. Historic Deepwood Estate 1116 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) 363-1825 http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
June 10	Devi Tea Tasting Gretchen Twill of Devi Tea will provide information on tea making and the history of tea. We will also taste a variety of teas. Free, registration required. Free, registration required. 2-3:30 p.m. Historic Deepwood Estate 1116 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) 363-1825 http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
June 11	Classic Film: Trouble in Paradise A Ernst Lubitsch pre-code comedy with Kay Francis & Miriam Hopkins. $5 admission. 7 p.m. Historic Elsinore Theatre 170 High St. SE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 375-3574 or (800) 992-8499 http://www.elsinoretheatre.com
June 12	Beginning Bonsai Bonsai 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. Located in Greenhouse. Fee is $40 with paid pre-registration or $45 on day of class. 6-9 p.m. Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark 270 Cordon Rd. NE Salem, OR 97317 (503) 581-0441 http://www.terragardens.net
June 12	Adam Bacher Lecture Portland photographer Adam Bacher delivers a lecture about his work in conjunction with the museum exhibition "Adam Bacher: Earth, Water, and Sky." Free admission. 7 p.m. Roger Hull Lecture Hall, Hallie Ford Museum of Art 700 State St. Salem, OR 97301 (503) 370-6855 http://www.willamette.edu/museum_of_art
June 12-15	French Prairie Gardens Strawberry Festival Come out for the best Father's Day weekend Dad has ever had! Ride the hayride to the strawberry fields. Hand-pick strawberries, feed our farm animals, eat sausage or a pulled pork sandwich, for dessert have fresh Strawberry Pie & Shortcake! Admission only $3 per person, fruit buckets can be purchased for $6 for a small bucket, and $12 for a large bucket. Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. French Prairie Gardens 17673 French Prairie Rd. Saint Paul, OR 97137 (503) 633-8445 http://www.fpgardens.com/french_prairie_strawberry_festival.htm
June 13	Wine Tasting at Historic Deepwood Estate Join us as we taste the wines of local winemakers and sample small bites in a lovely historic setting. $10 per person, reservations recommended. 5-7 p.m. Historic Deepwood Estate 1116 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (503) 363-1825 http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
June 14	Stonescaping Demo and discussion will address area and stone calculation, stone selection, preparing the area and finishing touched to dress up and care for your new addition. Located in Stone Yard. Free admission. 9-11 a.m. Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark 270 Cordon Rd. NE Salem, OR 97317 (503) 581-0441 http://www.terragardens.net
June 14	Family Fun Saturday - Rag Rug Trivet! Braid a Rag Trivet! Pioneers recycled their fabric, so come learn one of the ways they reused fabric by creating a braided rag trivet. Free admission. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mission Mill Museum 1313 Mill St. SE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 585-7012 http://www.missionmill.org
June 14	Pond Construction Learn the tricks and tips of beautiful pond construction. Information will cover from materials to measuring and excavating, to installing filters, pumps and waterfalls. Located in Stone Yard. Free admission. Noon-2 p.m. Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark 270 Cordon Rd. NE Salem, OR 97317 (503) 581-0441 http://www.terragardens.net
June 14	Village Build Anniversary Party - 10 years and going strong! Salem’s museum for kids celebrates the 10th anniversary of its massive Outdoor Discovery Center, completed in 19 days by over 6,500 volunteers. Join us for music, family activities, and a state of the museum address. Free admission after 4 p.m. 4-7 p.m. A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village 116 Marion St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 371-3631 or (800) 208-9514 http://www.acgilbert.org
June 14	Weaving Wright from the Garden Artists' Reception This is an exhibition of original contemporary and traditional basket designs. The evening event honors the artists and their work and provides an opportunity for discussions about these unique interpretations of geometry, texture, and color using basketry methods and materials. Reception is free. The artists will discuss their work at 7 p.m. 6-9 p.m. Frank Lloyd Wright's Gordon House 879 W Main St. Silverton, OR 97381 (503) 874-6006 http://www.thegordonhouse.org
June 14	Live Music @ Mac's Place - JR Sims Come and take in the feel of Silverton's oldest surviving building as the sounds of JR Sims get you groovin' in your seat! No drink minimum and, weather permitting, our deck overlooking Silver Creek will be open! $5 cover. 9 p.m. Mac's Place 201 N Water St. Silverton, OR 97381 (503) 873-2441 http://www.woodennickel.com
June 14-15	Rose City Gun Collector's Show $7 per person; 12 and under free. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oregon State Fairgrounds - Columbia Hall 2330 17th St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 644-5952 http://www.oregonstatefair.org
June 14-21	Championship Arabian Horse Show Free admission. Dressage: 6/14 & 6/15, 8 a.m.- approx. 9 p.m.; championship show: 6/16-6/21, 8 a.m.-approx. 9 p.m. Oregon State Fairgrounds 2330 17th St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 363-2838 http://www.oregonstatefair.org
June 15	Nickel Ad's Stadium Swap & Shop The stadium will have an array of different vendors, featuring new and used merchandise, antiques and collectibles, art and crafts. Find what you are looking for and more! First and Third Sunday of every month. $1 admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Stadium 6700 Field of Dreams Way NE Keizer, OR 97303 (503) 390-2225 http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com
June 15	Silverton Hills Strawberry Festival Celebrate Father's Day with fresh strawberries, shortcake and ice cream. Join family and friends for music and all the berries you can eat. Free (Strawberry servings: $5.00/adult; $3.00/children; Free for children under 2 and adult over 80). 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Coolidge - McClaine Park Silverton, OR 97381 (503) 873-5615 http://www.davenportdays.com http://www.silvertonchamber.org
June 15	Dad's Day at Children's Museum Attention: Dads! We know you love our twisting two-story slide almost more than your kids do, so bring the brood to our fun-filled, interactive museum. Dads get in free today with one paid child admission. Free with one paid child admission. Noon-5 p.m. A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village 116 Marion St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 371-3631 or (800) 208-9514 http://www.acgilbert.org
June 15	Jazz Concert and Father's Day Dinner Join Darrell Grant and Friends in a Father's Day Jazz concert. The concert will be followed by a fabulous dinner from Willaby's Catering. Tickets are $45. The show will run 3-5 p.m. Willamette Valley Vineyards 8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner, OR 97392 (503) 588-9463 or (800) 344-9463 http://www.willamettevalleyvineyards.com

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