Downtown Salem has events you won't want to miss. Check back periodically for additions to the 2012 calendar.
Face The Public
Watch nine Oregon artistsrecreate a Diego Rivera
painting.
Oct. 4-29 (noon - 5pm)
Mary Lou Zeek Gallery
335 State Street
Explore Spanish Wines
Saturday, Oct. 15 (3 - 5pm)Grand Vines Wine + Bistro
195 High Street NE
October 2011
Wednesday, Oct. 5 | 5 - 8 pm
Go Downtown First Wednesday
Downtown merchants stay open late and entertainment pops-up in unexpected places. Go downtown and discover Salem's thriving local business community.
Starts Wednesday, Oct. 5 | noon - 5 pm
Face The Public
Mary Lou Zeek Gallery (335 State Street)
The public is invited to watch nine Oregon artists recreate Diego Rivera's painting, "The Flower Carrier". This is a month-long project, so stop by and see how the painting evolves. Learn more at http://www.zeekgallery.com
Friday, Oct. 7 | 7 - 10 pm
Friday Night Jazz
At Grand Vines Wine + Bistro
195 High Street NE
Call 503-399-9463 for more info www.grandvines.com
Saturday, Oct. 8 | 9 am - 3 pm
Salem's Saturday Market
Enjoy shopping and browsing the fun & festive atmosphere of Salem's Saturday Market Local farms, local food, local crafts. Located at Summer & Marion Streets, just 3 blocks north of the Capitol.
http://www.salemsaturdaymarket.com
Tuesday, Oct. 11 | 5:30 - 7 pm
Live Music: Bill Hughes on Guitar
Grand Vines Wine + Bistro (195 High Street NE)
Call 503-399-9463 for more info www.grandvines.com
Wednesday, Oct. 12 | 10 am - 2 pm
Downtown Farmer's Market
Farm-fresh food & produce. Locally grown plants & flowers. On Chemeketa Street between Liberty & High. Go Downtown for fresh!
Thursday, Oct. 13 | 7:00 pm
Progressive Film Series: Unnatural Causes
This new film uncovers new findings that there is more to our health than bad habits, health care issues, or unlucky genes. Followed by guest speakers from Medical community.
Historic Grand Theatre, 187 High St.
Learn more: http://www.salemprogressivefilms.net
Saturday, Oct. 15 | Noon - 8 pm
AC Gilbert's Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Merriment
AC Gilbert Discovery Village (Riverfront Park)
Fall crafts, food & fun for whole family!
Cost is $3 per person. Visit http://www.acgilbert.org/
Saturday, Oct. 15 | 3 - 5 pm
Wine Exploration Series: Spanish Wines
Grand Vines Wine Shop & Bistro
195 High Street NE
From Albarino to Tempranillo. Includes wines, food pairings to complement the wines and souvenir Riedel wine glass. Receive a 20% discount on wine purchased the day of the event.
Cost is $35 per person - Please RSVP at 503-399-9463
Wednesday, Oct. 19 | 7:00 pm
13 Nights of Halloween
This kicks off a series of events that'll have something for everyone. From Thriller Dance lessons to Zombie Flash Mobs, this community-friendly celebration welcomes all..
Clockworks Cafe & Cultural Center (241 Commercial St. NE)
Learn more: http://www.cultureshockproject.org/13nights/
Friday, Oct. 21 | 7:30 pm
The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
The one and only performs live at The Historic Elsinore Theatre (170 High St. SE)
http://www.elsinoretheatre.com/
Through Nov. 6 | 10 am - 5 pm (Tues-Sat.) 1-5 pm (Sun)
Timeless Renaissance: Italian Drawings from the Alessandro Maggiori Collection
Hallie Ford Museum of Art (700 State Street)
Features 75 drawings from the 16th and early 19th centuries that were only recently rediscovered and have never been exhibited before outside of Italy. Organized by Professor Ricardo De Mambro Santos, the exhibition offers a fascinating glimpse of Count Maggiori as an art collector as well as the cultural and historical importance of his collection during the Napoleonic occupation of Italy.
Admission is $3; students (13+) and seniors $2; FREE every Tuesday.
Learn more