There’s Always Something to Do in Salem Check out the calendar to find upcoming events, activities, and public meetings.
Things to Do in Salem May. 26 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: library@cityofsalem.net Learn more City of Salem Stride 5k Walk/Run9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.Riverfront Park 500 Water ST NE Salem OR 97301 Join us for one of our 5K run/walks! These events are open to all ages and abilities. Perfect for the first-time or less experienced runner whose goal is to be active and healthy. You are welcome to run or walk with a stroller. We ask strollers and walkers to start in the back of the group. Registrations are accepted at City of Salem Public Works Department, 555 Liberty Street SE, Room 325, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Bibs for each 5K may be picked up at the Public Works Department the Thursday and Friday before the event. Learn more Read to a Pet1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.Children's Room Salem Public Library This program offers children a relaxing, non-threatening way to improve their reading skills. Visiting dogs and cats have been trained and certified as therapy animals by Paws for Love and are mellow and friendly. This is a drop-in program, so sign-ups are not necessary. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: library@cityofsalem.net Learn more Rediscovering Coloring2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.Heritage Room (2nd floor) Salem Public Library Adults are encouraged to express themselves through coloring at this drop-in monthly event. A different theme is explored each month. Coloring pages and a variety of pencils, pens, and crayons are provided. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: ascheppke@cityofsalem.net Learn more May. 29 Storytimes at Salem LibraryChildren's Room Salem Public Library Preschool Storytime: 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m. Infant/Toddler Storytime: 11 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Tiny Tots Playtime: 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Family Bedtime Storytime: 7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: library@cityofsalem.net Learn more
City Council & Meetings May. 28 Memorial Day Observance City offices, Center 50+, and the Salem Public Library will be closed for the holiday observance. May. 29 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: https://salem.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Phone: 503-588-6097 Email: cityrecorder@cityofsalem.net This is an open, public meeting 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. Cancelled - Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Council Chambers 555 Liberty ST SE RM 240 Salem OR 97301 Regular meeting of the Salem Housing Authority. Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available. Meeting Minutes: https://salem.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Phone: 503-373-3816 Email: dgarrison@cityofsalem.net This is an open, public meeting 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 503-373-3816 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: https://salem.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Meeting Minutes: https://salem.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Phone: 503-588-6097 Email: cityrecorder@cityofsalem.net This is an open, public meeting 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. May. 30 Salem Strategic Plan Environmental Action Strategic Plan Work Group5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.Traffic Control Conference Room Civic Center 555 Liberty ST SE RM 325 Salem OR 97301 This is a meeting of the Strategic Planning Initiative: Environmental Action Work Group. Agenda: Salem Strategic Plan Environmental Action Work Group meeting agenda Phone: 503-588-6173 Email: ekim@cityofsalem.net Learn more This is an open, public meeting 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 503-588-6173 at least two business days prior to the meeting.
