Sept. 29 through Oct. 15
Rosencrants & Guildenstern are Dead: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead is the fabulous inventive tale of Hamlet as told from the worm’s-eye view of the bewildered Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, two minor characters in Shakespeare’s play, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 6-8, 13, 14; 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 2, 9; 2 to 4 p.m. and 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 15, Willamette University, M Lee Pelton Theatre, 900 State St. $8 to $12. 503-370-6221, Wutheatre.com.
Sept. 30 through Oct. 21
Of Mice And Men: Steinbeck’s story about two migrant ranch hands explores themes of dreams, loneliness, companionship and friendship, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 6-8, 12-15, 19-21; 2 p.m. Oct. 2, 9 and 16, Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW. $20 weekday performances; $21 weekend shows; senior, student, active military receive $1.50 discount. 503-485-4300, Pentacletheatre.org.
Oct. 1
Great Willamette CleanUp: Volunteers participate by canoe, kayak, SUP board, raft, motor boat, jet ski, drift boat, bike, and by foot to free the river of trash and debris, while improving habitat and community spirit along the way, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Wallace Marine Park, 200 Glen Creek Road NW. Free. 503-223-6418, Eventbrite.com/e/salem-wallace-marine-park-on-water-byob-tickets-27689399740.
First Saturday Rummage Sale: Household items, clothing, small and large appliances, exercise equipment, furniture, pictures, tools, lawn mowers, and more, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., South Salem Seniors, Inc., 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. 503-588-0748, Southsalemseniors.org.
Steps to Safety Walk/Run: Benefiting the victims of domestic violence in Marion County through the Center for Hope & Safety and the Marion County Domestic Violence Council, 9 a.m., Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, 4190 Aumsville Highway SE. $35 per person (includes shirt); $120 for team of 4. 503-378-1572, Mcdvcouncil.org.
Pacific Coast Invitational High School Marching Band Competition: Featuring ten competing bands from the NW Region, including three of Salem-Keizer’s own, 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sprague High School, Football Stadium, 2373 Kuebler Road S. $15; discounts for seniors and students. 830-431-1196, Spragueband.org/pci.
Second Annual Mud Sweat & Beers 5K Mud Run and Brewfest: Fundraiser for the Woodburn Rotary Foundation features several northwest breweries, food, live music, vendors and more. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Run starts at 11 a.m. Brewfest runs from noon to 5 p.m., Wooden Shoe, 33814 S Meridian Road, Woodburn. $40 per person on four or more person teams; $45 per person; $50 per person at Packet Pickup and on race day; $40 younger than 21 or $45 per person at packet pickup and on race day. 503-551-5484, Mudsweatbeers.com.
5th Annual Silverton Sidewalk Shindig: 30 downtown venues will serve up to 110 hours of live music; food available, noon to 8 p.m., downtown Silverton, Main Street. Free admission. 503-874-4019.
Aaron Warnock Book Signing: Turner author, Aaron Warnock, will be here to sign his book, "The Crucible of Adversity: Memoir of a Brain Cancer Survivor,” 1 to 3 p.m., Reader’s Guide Book Store, 735 Edgewater St. NW. Free. 503-588-3166.
Leanne McClellan Band: Rock, jazz, blues, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Ankeny Vineyard Winery, 2565 Riverside Drive S. Free. 503-378-1498, LMBLive.com.
DEBUT! Project Chamber Music: Willamette Valley: Salem native Caitlin Lynch returns to town from New York City in a concert of chamber music following a local outreach and educational residency to celebrate the launch of Project Chamber Music: Willamette Valley. Featuring Juilliard graduates Michelle Ross (violin), Caitlin Lynch (viola), and Jia Kim (cello), 7:30 p.m., Historic Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE. $20; students free with valid ID. Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the orchestral programs of Salem-Keizer public schools. 503-375-3574, Elsinoretheatre.com.
Salem Fiberarts Guild Handweavers’ Sale to Benefit The Willamette Heritage Center: Find woven scarves, towels, table linens, rugs, home decor, throws, afghans, stoles, and other unique items. There will be demonstrations for children and adults such as weaving, spinning, rug hooking, and more, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Willamette Heritage Center, The Dye House, 1313 Mill St. SE. Free. 503-585-7012, Willametteheritage.org.
CCT Presents: Missed Connections Live: A special guest will read the hilariously true stories to be re-enacted live on stage by in-house improvisers, 9:30 p.m., Capitol City Theater, 210 Liberty St. SE, Suite 150.$15. 971-599-1871, Capitolcitytheater-com.
Oct. 1 and 2
Fall Planting Celebration: Classes, workshops, Q & As with nursery representatives and fantastic deals, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wine from Cardwell Hill Cellars available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and food from Pink Rib BBQ for purchase from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Highway 20, Corvallis. Free. 541-753-6601, Garlandnursery.com.
Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival: Kite flying demonstrations by experts, free kids kitemaking, running of the bols, and big kites, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., D River State Recreation Site, US Highway 101 and SE 1st Street, Lincoln City. Free. 800-452-2151, Oregoncoast.org.
Quiltopia Willamette Valley: Show, view, sell and buy quilts. Free demos and vendors. Prizes each day, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 30 and Oct. 1; noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 2. Lecture by artist Bobbi Sue Herring, 7 p.m. Oct. 1, Willamette Heritage Center, Spinning Room, third floor, 1313 Mill St. SE. $5 for quilt show, $10 for lecture. Proceeds benefit Helping Hands Resources. 503-999-5360, Quiltopiawillamettevalley.wordpress.com.
Oct. 2
Quick Class: Celebrate Squash: Roast it, steam it or puree it come learn all about this favorite fall food and why it’s good for you, 1 to 1:30 p.m., Natural Grocers, Demonstration Kitchen, 4250 Commercial St. SE. Free. 503-588-1600.
Free Bach Concert: Concert pianist and organist Gayle Hennicke performing works from Bach. After earning a B.A. and M.A. in music in the U.S, 4 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church of Monmouth-Independence, 200 Monmouth Independence Highway, Monmouth. Free. Donations will benefit refugees in Europe. 503-838-3459, FaithLutheranMonmouth.org.
Pacific Ringers: The Pacific Ringers, under the direction of Ellie Hodder, will offer a concert of sacred music for handbell ensemble. The Pacific Ringers is a Portland-based, adult community handbell ensemble, 4 to 5:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1444 Liberty St. SE. Donations to the Music Guild accepted. 503-362-3661.
WCWC Pro Wrestling Live: Gangrel, Matt Striker, The Grappler Eric Right, Marcus Malone and more, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Salem Scottish Rite Center, 4090 Commercial St SE. $10 online; $12 at the door. 971-600-8215, Wc-wc.com.
Harlow & Jarene Rudolph Concert: Southern gospel music concert. Presented by SONrise Gospel Music Ministries, 6 p.m., Salt Creek Baptist Church, 15075 Salt Creek Road, Dallas. Love offering. 503-930-8177, Pacificgospel.org.
Oct. 4
Art Talk: Hear from artist April Waters as she offers insight into her latest exhibition, Confluence, a two-person show with fellow painter Bets Cole, 10 to 11 a.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE. Free. 503-581-2228, Salemart.org.
Adult Coloring Night: Relax and de-stress at the library with some adult conversation, refreshments and coloring. All materials provided, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Silver Falls Library, 410 S Water St., Silverton. Free. 503-873-8796.
Fall and Winter Pots: Fresh ideas for fall and winter containers presented by Seattle author Christina Salwitz, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Salem Public Library, Loucks Hall, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free. 503-363-8630.
Lecture: "Bad Feminist": Author and cultural critic Roxane Gay will deliver the fall Atkinson Lecture, 7 p.m., Willamette University, Smith Auditorium, 900 State St. $10; free for Willamette students, faculty and staff with ID with additional tickets for $5. 503-370-6209, Willamette.edu/go/badfeminist.
Harvest festivals bring mazes, odd events to valley
Oct. 5
Salem Grow and Show Garden Club: Annual Flower Show, where members bring their creations to be judged, hoping to win some ribbons. There will also be plants for sale, 7 to 9 p.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE. 503-463-1359.
Wednesdays through Oct. 26
Paint & Pinot Nights for Posh Plates: Plates are painted and donated to the big event at Amadeus Restaurant on Nov. 7. The plate with the best Grace House theme wins a prize. All proceeds to Grace House Women’s Shelter, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Create A Memory, 270 Commercial St. NE. $20 to paint a plate; $40 for the Nov. 7 event. 503-999-5323, Ghsalem.com.
"So I Married An Axe Murderer":1993 film starring Mike Myers, 7 p.m., Historic Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE. $6. 503-375-3574, Elsinoretheatre.com.
Oct. 6
Art Workshop | Abstracted Play: Oil & Cold Wax: Experiment with laying down paint, building texture, scrapping, and doing it again, all day, Bush Barn Art Center, Annex, 600 Mission St. SE. $350 plus $20 supply fee. 503-581-2228, Salemart.org.
Cooking Class - Whole Grain Baking: Class will focus on creating sweet and savory baked goods to carry you through the fall and holiday seasons with ease, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Willamette Valley Kitchen Co., 333 Chemeketa St. NE. $50. Advance registration required. 503-363-1612, Salemcooks.com.
Oct. 6-8
29th Westminster Festival of Fine Art Show and Sale:Meet featured artist, Caren Ann Jackson, and several artists at the Artists’ Reception, 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 6; Open gallery, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 7 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 8; Breakfast with the Arts, 9 to 10 a.m. Oct. 8. Guest speaker, Bob Reinhardt, Executive Director, Willamette Heritage Center, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Boulder Hall and Russell Hall, 3737 Liberty Road S. Free; $7 breakfast. 503-364-3327,Salemwestpres.org.
Annual Fall Used Book Sale: Early bird night, 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 6; Regular sale hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 7; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 8 ($5 bag day), Stayton Community Center, 400 W Virginia St., Stayton. 503-769-8886, Staytonfol.org.
Oct. 6-9
Ford Tri-Motor Rides: Restored 1929 Ford Tri-Motor - a prime example of the first commercial airliner, 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 6; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 7-9, Salem Municipal Airport, 2990 25th St. SE. Free; flights range in pricing (see website for details). 877-952-5395, Flytheford.org.
Oct. 7
Art Workshop | Abstracted Play: Oil & Cold Wax: Experiment with laying down paint, building texture, scrapping, and doing it again, all day, Bush Barn Art Center, Annex, 600 Mission St. SE. $350 plus $20 supply fee. 503-581-2228, Salemart.org.
Oyster and Fish Feed: 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 725 Shipping St. NE. $12. 503-385-1865.
The Hot and Energetic Universe: Learn how astronomers can observe the sky with new eyes in this full dome planetarium show, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 18, Chemeketa Community College, Building 2, Room 171, 4000 Lancaster Drive NE. $5; $4 children. No credit cards. 503-399-5246.
Oct. 7-9
Rummage Sale: Household items, clothing, small and large appliances, exercise equipment, furniture, pictures, tools, lawn mowers, and more, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 7 and 8; noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 9, South Salem Seniors, Inc., 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. 503-588-0748, Southsalemseniors.org.
Oct. 7 through Nov. 5
Nightmare Factory: A haunted house benefiting the Oregon School for the Deaf. Free t-shirt weekend (first 200 guests both nights) on Oct. 14 and 15. Hours: 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, Nov. 4 and 5; 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 25-27, 30 and 31, Oregon School for the Deaf, 999 Locust St. NE. $15; $20 VIP; $20 Pitch Black; $40 Booger's Wild Ride; $6 scare again; $10 Oct. 7 and 8. 503-378-3825, Nightmarefactorysalem.com.
Oct. 8
Art Workshop | Abstracted Play: Oil & Cold Wax: Experiment with laying down paint, building texture, scrapping, and doing it again, all day, Bush Barn Art Center, Annex, 600 Mission St. SE. $350 plus $20 supply fee. 503-581-2228, Salemart.org.
Salem’s First Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention: All proceeds raised will go directly to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to help bring prevention programs and resources to the community, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Riverfront Park, Amphitheater, 200 Water St. NE. Registration is free. Fundraising is encouraged. 503-510-1580, Afsp.org/SalemOR.
Straub Naturalist Class: Stewarding the Urban Forest: Learn about the concept of the "urban forest," its management, and ways you can get involved helping to grow and care for this essential public natural resource, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Willamette Heritage Center, Wool Warehouse, 1313 Mill St. SE. $15. 503-391-4145, Straubenvironmentalcenter.org.
Oregon’s Bounty at the Oregon State Capitol: Focuses on celebrating the agricultural harvest of Oregon. Music, activities, booths, tractors, face painting, a free pumpkin patch and more, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court St. NE. Free. 503-986-1388, Oregoncapitol.com.
Salemtowne Artisan Faire: Featuring an assortment of fiber, wood and textiles, all handcrafted, and art, photography, jewelry, soaps, and dog accessories. An author will be selling his books, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Salemtowne, 2900 Oakcrest Drive NW. Free. 503-588-7009.
Bonsai Wiring Basics with Brad Saindon: Includes a black pine, a pot, soil, the use of our tools, and everything else you need to go home with a bonsai that you create and wire, 11 a.m., Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Highway 20, Corvallis. $45. Registration required. 541-753-6601 , Garlandnursery.com.
Little Sprouts: Pumpkin Painting: Kids paint and take home their scary (or not so scary) pumpkins, 11 a.m., Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Highway 20, Corvallis. $7 per child. Registration required. 541-753-6601, Garlandnursery.com.
Write the Town-Poetry Reading: The Mid-Valley Poetry Society will be displaying their printed works. A special reading will be featured, 3 to 5 p.m., Elsinore Framing & Fine Art, 444 Ferry St. SE. Free. 503-581-4642, Elsinoregallery.com.
Blues, Brews & BBQ: Cold brews, barbecue fare, and live music by Lightnin’ Willie and the Poor Boys, 4 to 7 p.m., Deepwood Museum & Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE. $10 advance; $15 at the door. 503-363-1825, Deepwoodmuseum.org.
Oct. 9
Art Workshop | Abstracted Play: Oil & Cold Wax: Experiment with laying down paint, building texture, scrapping, and doing it again, all day, Bush Barn Art Center, Annex, 600 Mission St. SE. $350 plus $20 supply fee. 503-581-2228, Salemart.org.
In My Life - A Musical Theatre Tribute to the Beatles: Award-winning, nationally touring retelling of the Beatles story through the eyes of manager Brian Epstein and featuring tribute band, Abbey Road, 2 to 4 p.m., Elsinore Theater, 170 High St SE. $30 - $45 . $30 to $45. 800-325-7328, Ticketswest.com.
Camerata Musica concert: Mirror Visions Vocal Ensemble: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Salem Public Library, Loucks Auditorium, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free. 503-364-3929, Cameratamusica.org.
Oct. 10
A Steampunk Tea Party: Learn about the world of Steampunk while enjoying a three course tea, including savories and sweets accompanied by Deepwood’s signature rose tea. Following the tea Mac McGowan, from Steampunk Baby, will make a “Steampunk 101” presentation for tea guests, 2 to 4 p.m., Deepwood Museum & Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE. $35. 503-363-1825, Deepwoodmuseum.org.
Oct. 11
Art Talk and Book Release: Presentation by Garth Evans and Leila Philip, as they talk about and share works from their recent collaborative book project, Water Rising, which presents watercolors by Evans and poems by Philip, 10 to 11 a.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE. Free. 503-581-2228, Water-rising.com.
Herbaceous Plant Propagation Workshop: Learn how to propagate native herbaceous plants from seed, cuttings and division. The focus will be on plants found along streams and waterways. Presented by Polk, Marion and Yamhill Soil and Water Conservation Districts and the Luckiamute Watershed Council, 6 to 8 p.m., Independence City Hall, Event Center, 555 S Main St., Independence. Free. 503-391-9927, Luckiamutelwc.org.
Oct. 12
Capital Manor Arts & Crafts Show & Sale: Photography, ceramics, woodworking, fiber arts and needlework, vintage, ceramic and beaded jewelry, lapidary, soft toys and baby quilts, hand-made greeting cards, stress soothers and more, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Capital Manor Retirement Community, Auditorium, 1955 Dallas Highway NW. Free. 503-362-4101, Capitalmanor.com.
Salem Adult Lego User Group: 7 to 8:30 p.m., Salem Public Library, Anderson Rooms, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free. 503-581-8362.
"Young Frankenstein":1974 film starring Gene Wilder, 7 p.m., Historic Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE. $6. 503-375-3574, Elsinoretheatre.com.
Oct. 13
Cooking Class - Cuban Dinner: Stuffed Tostones with Avocado and Cheese; Ropa Vieja, a traditional rich stewed beef; a delicious side dish of Moros y Cristianos; plus a tropical dessert, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Willamette Valley Kitchen Co., 333 Chemeketa St. NE. $50. Advance registration required. 503-363-1612, Salemcooks.com.
Oct. 13-15
Fall Rummage Sale:Raising money for church activities and community organizations by offering a wide selection of quality merchandise at reasonable prices, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 13 and 14; 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 15, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1444 Liberty St. SE. 503-362-3661.
Oct. 13-16
Friends of Salem Public Library Fall Book Sale: Friends Night, 4 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 13; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 14 and 15; 1 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 16, Salem Public Library, Anderson Rooms A & B, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free admission. 503-362-1755, Salemfriends.org.
Salem Fall RV Show: enjoy shopping and comparing hundreds of new and used RV's, all from Oregon's premiere regional dealerships. Offering a full range of industry related products on the booth line, with daily product demonstrations from on-site RV experts to answer questions. Also, entertainment and free balloons for the kids, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 13-15; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 16, Oregon State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St. NE. $7; $6.50 seniors; free for kids. Salemfallrvshow.com.
Oct. 14
Jay Owenhouse — The Authentic Illusionist: 7:30 p.m., Historic Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE. $27 to $65. 503-375-3574, Elsinoretheatre.com.
Oct. 15
Pancake Breakfast: Eggs, ham, sausage links, and a variety of drinks all with choice of pancakes or sausage gravy over biscuits, 8 to 10 a.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. $5. 503-588-0748.
Grape Harvest Breakfast at Coelho Estate Vineyard: Deolinda’s linguica (Portuguese sausage), eggs and other fixings. A full production tour and wine tasting to follow, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Coelho Winery, 111 5th St., Amity. $45. 503-835-9305, Coelhowinery.com.
Salem Audubon Society Duck, Geese and Swans Identification Class : 10 a.m. to noon, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Classroom , classroom, 4034 Fairview Industrial Drive SE. $10 per person. Reservations requested. 503-930-8998.
Decadence: A Chocolate Fair: Sample chocolate treats from 20 vendors. Also, live entertainment throughout the day, noon to 5 p.m., Spirit Mountain Casino, 27100 Salmon River Highway, Grand Ronde. Free. 503-879-2350, Spiritmountain.com.
ROCK the Casino: Purchasing tickets for $25 each with $400 in ’scrip’ when purchased in advance, $200 ’scrip’ if tickets bought at the door; playing casino type games and using the winnings ’scrip’ for live and silent auction items; free door prize entry too. Food and drink available for purchase off the menu, 5 to 10 p.m., Seven Brides Brewing, Gaming Room and side dining area, 990 N First St., Silverton. $25 per ticket. 503-873-3093, Silvertonseniorcenter.org.
Oct. 16
Quick Class: Sweet Potato Reigns Supreme: Learn all about what makes sweet potato a reigning champ in the kitchen and in your health, 1 to 1:30 p.m., Natural Grocers, Demonstration Kitchen, 4250 Commercial St. SE. Free. 503-588-1600.
Ukulele Fans of Oregon Monthy Jam: Beginners, experienced players, those who want to sing along - all are welcome, as are all ages. Bring the Yellow Daily Ukulele book and your music stand, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Salem Public Library, Anderson Room, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free, donations accepted. All donations pay for printing costs and loaner ukuleles. 503-580-7091, Ukulelefansoforegon.com.
Oct. 18
Student Recital: Corban Music students present solo performances on a variety of instruments. Pieces range from classical music to current student compositions, noon to 1 p.m., Corban University, Psalm Performing Arts Center, 5000 Deer Park Drive SE. Free. 503-375-7019, Inside.corban.edu/music/events.
Oct. 18 and 20
Cooking Class - Scandinavian Dinner: Start the dinner with Chef Amy’s take on Smorrebrod, the traditional Danish open-faced salad sandwiches. For the entree, enjoy Swedish-Style Meatballs, served with tasty Buttered Mixed Root Veggie Mash and Mustard Pickles. End the dinner with an ethereal Cardamom Sponge Cake with Whipped Cream and Syrupy Mixed Fruits, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 18; 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 20, Willamette Valley Kitchen Co., 333 Chemeketa St. NE. $50. Advance registration required. 503-363-1612, Salemcooks.com.
Oct. 19
Effective Communication Strategies: Explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Community Health Education Center, Salem Hospital, Building D, 939 Oak St. SE. Free. 800-272-3900, Alz.org/oregon/in_my_community_101219.asp
Oct. 20
History in the News: Discuss current events in historical context. The topic of each discussion will be pulled straight from the headlines just 10 days prior. Food and drink will be available for purchase from Taproot Lounge & Cafe, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Willamette Heritage Center, Dye House, 1313 Mill St. SE. Free. 503-585-7012, Willametteheritage.org.
Oct. 21
North Salem High School Homecoming Parade: Includes JROTC, NSHS Band, many floats sponsored by NSHS clubs and sports, and classic cars to carry the Homecoming court members and the King and Queen, 5 to 6 p.m., North Salem High School, 1104 Savage Road to D Street, then to NSHS parking lot. Free. 503-399-3241, North.salkeiz.k12.or.us.
Concert Band & Orchestra Concert: The Corban University Concert Band and Chamber Orchestra perform a variety of music from their fall repertoire, featuring classical and contemporary music from renowned composers, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Corban University, Psalm Performing Arts Center, 5000 Deer Park Drive SE. Free. 503-375-7019, Inside.corban.edu/music/events.
Oct. 22
Holiday Craft Faire: Browse booths of handcrafted items for gifts; soup, rolls and dessert available for donation, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., First Church of the Nazarene, main gym, 1550 Market St. NE. 503-581-3680.
Free Community Harvest Party: Spin to win prizes, backpacks and school supplies, puppet show, kids crafts: painting, fall crafts, decorate cupcakes, food and more, noon to 2 p.m., Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 4520 Fellowship Way NE. Free. 503-400-8835, Fellowshipsalem.org.
Willamette Art Center 10th Anniversary Open House:The first president of the board, Sue Schroeder and the current president, Ed Daly will cut the cake at 1 p.m. Beside refreshments, there will be demonstrations and tours. The public is invited to participate in a collaborative sculpture guided by ceramic artist, Wendy Steinberg, noon to 4 p.m., Willamette Art Center, 2330 17th St. NE. Free. 503-365-3911, Willametteartcenter.com.
Authorfest: Meet authors Diana Pharaoh Francis, and Devon Monk! Reader’s Guide favorites, Frank Morin, Kate Ristau, Leslie Claire Walker, and Linda Richison, 1 to 4 p.m., Reader’s Guide Book Store, 735 Edgewater St. NW. Free. 503-588-3166, Facebook.com/events/1090680331019111/
Rediscover Coloring: A coloring group for grown-ups. Coloring projects and a variety of pencils, pens, and crayons provided, 2 to 4 p.m., Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. Free. 503-588-6315.
Barn Dance: Line dancing, line dance lessons, a pig roast dinner, and beer from Seven Brides Brewing, 6 to 11 p.m., The Oregon Garden, 879 W Main St., Silverton. $15 to $35. 503-874-8100, Oregongarden.org.
Scotty McCreery: Country, 8 p.m., Spirit Mountain Casino, 27100 Salmon River Highway, Grand Ronde. Tickets start at $30. Spiritmountain.com.
Oct. 23
"Choral Moods" - Choir & Organ Concert: The Corban Concert and Chamber Choirs perform works for choir and organ by Bach, Mozart, and Faure. Featuring John T. Bartsch Jr., organ, 4 to 5:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 770 Chemeketa St NE. 503-375-7019.
Indus Diwali: Annual Festival of Lights features Indian dance and music performances, and food, 5 to 9 p.m., Willamette Heritage Center, The Spinning Mill, 1313 Mill St. SE. $20; $15 ages 5 to 12 by Oct. 14. 503-967-5644, Salemindus.org.
Oct. 25
Russian Grand Ballet presents Swan Lake in Salem: See the full-length classic production of the world’s most famous ballet - Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, featuring Russia’s brightest ballet stars, 7 to 9 p.m., Historic Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE. $25 to $60. 503-375-3574, Russiangrandballet.com.
Oct. 25 and 27
Cooking Class - Quick Pho at Home: Chef Amy will demonstrate how to make a completely satisfying at-home version of Beef Pho, with all the fixings, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 25; 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27, Willamette Valley Kitchen Co., 333 Chemeketa St. NE. $50. Advance registration required. 503-363-1612, Salemcooks.com.
Oct. 26
"Halloween": 1978 thriller starring Jamie Lee Curtis, 7 p.m., Historic Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE. $6. 503-375-3574, Elsinoretheatre.com.
Oct. 28
Star Wars Halloween Party: Star Wars-themed event. Trick-or-treaters welcome, noon to 5 p.m., Collier Law, 1020 Liberty St SE. Free. 503-485-7224, Collier-law.com.
"Hauncert" Barber’s Violin Concerto and more presented by the Oregon Symphony Association in Salem: Featuring Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Prokofiev’s almost demonic "Fiery Angel," and, on the lyrical side, Barber’s gorgeously melodic Violin Concerto, 8 to 10 p.m., Willamette University, Smith Auditorium, 900 State St. $35 to $50. 503-364-0149, Orsymphonysalem.org.
Oct. 28 and 29
Craft Fair: More than 35 crafters with handmade articles, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. 503-588-0748, Southsalemseniors.org.
Halloween Dance Concert: Presented by Premiere Academy of Performing Arts. Take a trip through a ghostly haunted house with modern, jazz and hip hop dance pieces,7 p.m., Chemeketa Community College, Auditorium, 4000 Lancaster Drive NE. $8 Oct. 8-15; $12 Oct. 16-27; $15 at the door Oct. 28 and 29.Papadancers.com.
Oct. 29
Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt: Teams will scavenge for items and drive to locations where creatures may be found that will provide clues to find items, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Greater Jefferson Community Center, 107 N Main St., Jefferson. $10; $5 ages 60 and older and 5 to 12. 925-899-8428.
Children’s Halloween Party: Activities and goodies. Costumes encouraged, noon to 4 p.m., Deepwood Museum & Gardens, 1116 Mission St. SE. $5; free for adults; $5 parking in Deepwood lot. Pre-registration required. 503-363-1825, Deepwoodmuseum.org.
Spooktacular Bingo:Bingo with great prizes and activities, including cash prizes, costume contests, and kids crafts, 1 to 4 p.m., YMCA, 1389 Monmouth St., Independence.Buy 1 bingo card for $1 or get 12 cards for only $10. 503-838-4268, Micc-or.org.
Community Harvest Party: Games, treats and prizes. Worship service to follow, 3 to 5 p.m., Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 1770 Baxter Road SE. Free. 503-399-8601, Oursaviorssalem.org.
Annual Scarousel Bash at the Carousel: Unlimited carousel rides, make your own caramel apples, crafts, games, costume parade, door prizes and more, 5 to 7 p.m., Salem’s Riverfront Carousel, Carousel Room, 101 Front St. NE. $5; free ages 2 and younger. 503-540-0374, Salemcarousel.org.
Bowser’s Boo Bash: Dance, eat, sip and help raise money for Willamette Humane Society. Live and silent auction, 5 p.m., Keizer Civic Center, 930 Chemawa Road NE, Keizer. $70 until Oct. 21; $80 after. 503-585-5900, Whs4pets.org.
Philippines Historama: A cultural show consisting of short plays, songs and dances that depict significant periods of Philippine history, 5 to 8 p.m., Elsinore Theater, Theater, 170 High St. SE. $25 to $100. 503-375-3574, Philippineshistorama.com.
Oct. 30
Quick Class: Extraordinary Cranberry: Learn the benefits of America’s original superfruit go beyond bladder health to support the gut, heart, immune system and blood sugar stability perfect for the season of indulging, 1 to 1:30 p.m., Natural Grocers, Demonstration Kitchen, 4250 Commercial St. SE. Free. 503-588-1600.
Oct. 31
Trunk-or-Treat: Members of the Calvary Baptist Church and the community decorate car trunks and truck beds in the church parking lot and hand out treats to the children, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 1230 Liberty St. SE. Free. 503-363-9246, Cbcsalem.com.
