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Things to Do in Salem Mar. 22 Tinker Tech Time3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.Story Room A Salem Public Library An afterschool drop-in program. Kids in grades 2–5 with an adult are invited to check out Tinker Tech kits for 30-minute sessions each Friday afternoon for use in the library. There are a limited number of kits available and are first-come, first reserved. A library card is required. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] Learn more Bucket of Words: Teen Writing Group4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.Teen Scene Salem Public Library This group offers snacks, silliness, and writing support for aspiring teen authors. Each meeting includes a "quick write" prompt and sharing as well as the opportunity for peer critiques. New members are always welcome. Phone: 503-588-6315 90-Second Newbery Film Festival6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.Loucks Auditorium Salem Public Library 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 Everyone is invited to enjoy student-created short films that tell the entire stories of Newbery award-winning books in 90 seconds. Many local entries join national contest winners for a zany, hilarious screening hosted by authors James Kennedy and Heidi Schultz. This event is free. Sign up is recommended online or at the Teen Scene Ask Here Desk. Books by James Kennedy and Heidi Schultz will be available for purchase and both authors will be available for a book signing. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] Mar. 23 Family All-Ages Storytime10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m.Salem Public Library Children of all ages are invited to bring their grown-ups for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement. This program is replaced by Discovery Kids: Preschool Art and Science on the 2nd Saturday of the month from October to March (See the calendar for additional details). Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] Learn more Ugandan Kids Choir3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.Loucks Auditorium Salem Public Library 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 The whole family is invited to a joyful performance of singing and dancing by the Ugandan Kids Choir! This group of talented performers is touring the United States to bring awareness to children living in poverty. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] Learn more
City Council & Meetings Mar. 25 Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting6:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Council Chambers 555 Liberty ST SE RM 240 Salem OR 97301 Regular meeting of the Salem Housing Authority Commission. Agenda: March 25, 2019 Housing Authority Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes: March 25, 2019 Housing Authority Commission Meeting Minutes Phone: 503-373-3801 This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-373-3801 at least two business days prior to the meeting. City Council Meeting6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Council Chambers 555 Liberty ST SE RM 240 Salem OR 97301 Regular Meeting of the City Council Agenda: March 25, 2019 City Council Agenda Meeting Minutes: March 25, 2019 City Council Minutes Phone: 503-588-6097 Email: [email protected] This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Urban Renewal Agency Meeting6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Council Chambers 555 Liberty ST SE RM 240 Salem OR 97301 Regular meeting of the Urban Renewal Agency Agenda: Urban Renewal Agency Agenda for March 25, 2019 Phone: 503-588-6097 Email: [email protected] This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Mar. 26 Lansing Neighborhood Association Meeting7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.Waldo Middle School 2805 Lansing Ave NE Salem OR 97301 Regular Meeting Agenda: March 26, 2019 Phone: 503-540-2303 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Learn more This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-540-2303 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Southeast Salem Neighborhood Association (SESNA)7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.Capital Park Church 410 19th ST SE Salem OR 97301 Regular meeting Agenda: March 26, 2019 Phone: 503-588-2303 Email: [email protected] Learn more This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-2303 at least two business days prior to the meeting.
