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Things to Do in Salem Jun. 25 Driftwood Mobile Craft 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.Anderson Rooms A&B Salem Public Library Bring a bit of the ocean into your home! Make unique driftwood moibles to decorate your space. All materials are provided. Registration is required. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: library@cityofsalem.net Jun. 28 In-Person Family Storytime11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.Loucks Auditorium Salem Public Library 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 Youth Services staff are very excited to resume in-person storytimes! Early literacy rich storytimes are a great way for children to develop the skills that will prepare them for kindergarten success. The recommended age for these weekly storytimes is 5 and younger. Space is limited to a first-come, first-seated basis. El personal de Servicios para Jóvenes está muy entusiasmado de reiniciar los cuentos en persona. Los cuentos llenos de alfabetización a edad temprana son una gran manera para que los niños desarrollen las habilidades que los preparará para tener éxito en kindergarten. El último martes de cada mes será una edición especial bilingüe en inglés y español. La edad recomendada para estos cuentos semanales es de 5 años o menos. El espacio está limitado y disponible por orden de llegada. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: libraryyouthservices@cityofsalem.net Learn more Tinker Tech Time4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Story Room B Salem Public Library 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 Kids through grade 5 with an adult are invited to explore a variety of STEAM activities in the library. Check out a kit at the Children's Desk from a variety of choices for a 30-minute session in Story Room B. A CCRLS library card is required. Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Most kits are recommended for grades 2 - 5, but there is also a small selection of kits available for younger children. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: libraryyouthservices@cityofsalem.net Learn more Jul. 01 Craft & Chat: Casual Drop-In Social for Adults11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Salem Public Library Main Branch 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 Crafting is for grown-ups too, not just kids! Adults, you are invited to a series of casual crafty meetups this summer. Connect, create, and relax with other people in an easygoing environment. All supplies for simple crafts will be provided--you just need to bring the conversation! Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: library@cityofsalem.net Jul. 02 Lego Party2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.Story Rooms A & B Salem Public Library 585 Liberty ST SE Salem OR 97301 Kids with their grown-ups are invited for an hour of unstructured Lego play at the library. Legos are provided. Bring your imagination! No sign-ups are necessary. Phone: 503-588-6315 Email: libraryyouthservices@cityofsalem.net Learn more
City Council & Meetings Jun. 27 Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Virtual Meeting Regular meeting of the Salem Housing Authority Commission. Submit comments on agenda items no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting at cityrecorder@cityofsalem.net. Agenda: Agenda - Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes: Minutes - Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting Phone: 503-373-3801 Email: dgarrison@salemhousingor.com 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 503-373-3801 at least two business days prior to the meeting. City Council Meeting6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.Virtual Meeting Regular Meeting of the City Council View meeting in real-time on Comcast Cable CC:Media Channel 21 or CC:Media You Tube Channel Submit comments on agenda items no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting at cityrecorder@cityofsalem.net. Real-time public comment and testimony may also be provided during the meeting via Zoom. Please pre-register between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting at Public Comment at Salem City Council Meeting Agenda: June 27, 2022 City Council Agenda Meeting Minutes: June 27, 2022 City Council Minutes Phone: 503-588-6097 Email: cityrecorder@cityofsalem.net 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 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Jun. 28 Southeast Salem Neighborhood Association (SESNA) Meeting7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.Capital Park Church 410 19th ST SE Salem OR 97301 Monthly neighborhood meeting. Please see agenda for meeting details and meeting topics. Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available. Phone: 503-540-2303 Email: idowd@cityofsalem.net Email: sesna.us@gmail.com 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 503-540-2303 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Lansing Neighborhood Association Meeting7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.Capital Baptist Church 3000 Lansing AVE Salem OR 97301 Monthly neighborhood meeting. Please see agenda for meeting topics and details. Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available. Phone: 503-540-2303 Email: idowd@cityofsalem.net Email: matipton1@comcast.net 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 503-540-2303 at least two business days prior to the meeting. Jul. 04 City Holiday Some City offices closed for holiday observance.