All Events Sep. 27 Writers Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow12:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.Plaza Room Salem Public Library WYTT members write novels, short stories, memoirs, poetry, etc. The group offers participants a chance to read and listen. Phone: 503-371-1366 Email: [email protected] Learn more Sep. 28 Toddler/Lapsit Storytime11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.Salem Public Library Lapsit and Toddler Storytimes are just right for parents with babies and toddlers through age 2 ½ to enjoy together. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] Learn more Tech Trek1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.Plaza Room Salem Public Library Drop in on any Friday to discuss your technology questions and computer conundrums with Salem Public Library’s talented technology center staff. Bring your own laptop, smartphone, tablet, or ereader. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] Learn more 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 Sep. 29 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 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: [email protected] Learn more Performers' Showcase9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.Loucks Auditorium Salem Public Library 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 Stop in anytime from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to enjoy a variety of children's and family performers from Oregon and the Pacific NW. This Showcase allows audience members to see a five-minute preview from between 70 and 90 magicians, musicians, storytellers, animal acts, creative dramatics, jugglers, comedians and others who specialize in entertaining and educating children and families. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: [email protected] 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: [email protected] Learn more Oct. 02 Center 50+ Advisory Commission Meeting9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.Lecture Hall Center 50+ 2615 Portland RD NE Salem OR 97301 Public meeting held the first Tuesday of every month. Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available. Phone: 503-588-6303 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 503-588-6303 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Previous | Next
