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Things to do in Salem, Oregon // September 11 - 13, 2026
The Salem Art Fair is back, live music is filling the weekend, and there’s plenty of fun happening around town September 11-13.
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Community Spotlights in Salem, Oregon
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Sep 8, 2026 WhirLocal SalemSports Bars and Game-Day Spots in Salem, Oregon
Sometimes watching from the couch just doesn’t cut it. Salem has plenty of good game-day spots, whether you want to watch with fellow fans or just need a place that has the right channel. We rounded up some local favorites so you can find the right place for the next kickoff, tipoff, first pitch, or big game.
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Sep 8, 2026 WhirLocal SalemBridging Generations: Center 50+ Teen Internship Connects Salem Neighbors
What happens when local teens bring generations together? Center 50+ interns hosted creative neighborhood events around Salem this summer—from recipe swaps to lemonade stands—all designed to help neighbors connect.
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Sep 3, 2026 WhirLocal SalemThings to do in Salem, Oregon // September 4 - 7, 2026
Check out Labor Day Weekend's lineup of community events around Salem!
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Aug 31, 2026 WhirLocal SalemFind Your Next Read: Local Bookstores in Salem, Oregon
There’s nothing quite like wandering into a local bookstore with no real plan and leaving with a stack of books you didn’t expect to find. Around Salem, we’ve got longtime favorites, used-book shops, genre-heavy shelves, and even a bookstore inside the library. We've rounded them up in our updated Salem-area bookstore guide.
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Aug 31, 2026 WhirLocal SalemMapping the Heat: Willamette University Research Helps Salem Prepare for Extreme Temperatures
Willamette University students and faculty are helping create Marion County's first-ever heat map, giving local leaders valuable information to help our community prepare for extreme heat.
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Aug 27, 2026 WhirLocal SalemThings to do in Salem, Oregon // August 28 - 30, 2026
A free concert in the park and the return of the Oregon State Fair are just the start of what’s happening in Salem this weekend! 🎶🎡 See what else is coming up August 28-30.
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Aug 24, 2026 WhirLocal SalemNature Trails and Walking Paths in Salem, Oregon
Looking for a peaceful place to walk in Salem? Salem has plenty of places to get outside without leaving town, including wooded neighborhood trails, creekside paths, wetlands, meadows, and longer nature routes. Our updated guide highlights nature trails and walking paths across Salem, including Minto-Brown Island Park, Joryville Park, Bush's Pasture Park, Orchard Heights Park, and several quieter natural areas you may not have explored yet.
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Aug 24, 2026 WhirLocal SalemUnion Gospel Mission "Clean Team" Makes a Difference Downtown
Giving back can be as simple as caring for the neighborhood around you. Guest and staff volunteers from Union Gospel Mission are heading into downtown Salem twice a week to clean local streets and show that everyone has something meaningful to contribute to their community.
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Aug 20, 2026 WhirLocal SalemThings to do in Salem, Oregon // August 21 - 23, 2026
There’s a great list of local events happening in Salem this weekend! See what’s happening August 21-23 and start making your plans.
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Aug 17, 2026 WhirLocal SalemLocal Pet Supply Stores in Salem, Oregon
Looking for a local pet store in Salem? There are several great options depending on what you and your pet need.
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Aug 17, 2026 WhirLocal SalemCommunity Rallies to Build Accessible Playground at Sumpter Elementary
A new inclusive playground could be coming to Sumpter Elementary! Learn more about the fundraising effort, future plans, and how the Salem community can help create a place where more kids can play together.
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