Showing events from 8/27/2008 to 8/28/2008
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Classes |
| Beginning Cabaret Belly Dance |
| Pearce Ballroom, Salem |
| 6:30 p.m. |
| Cabaret style is usually a fun, upbeat dance, but can also be slow and mesmerizing. Cabaret is beautiful for the solo dancer, but is also great for troupe performances. Dancers may incorporate props into their performance, such as canes, swords or finger cymbals. The costuming is dazzling, with beaded bras and belts, sequined skirts and colorful silk veils.Learn more about Cabaret belly dance in it's many forms with Cira. |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Community, School/Education |
| Board of Directors Meeting |
| Baker Charter School, Salem |
| 6:30 p.m. |
| A regular meeting of the Board of Directors for Baker Charter School in Salem, Oregon. Agenda to include Board membership issues and recognition of service. Public comment accepted during meeting's opening. |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Childrens Activities, Church/Religious, Community, Games, Special Events |
| End of Summer BBQ |
| Sunnyslope Christian Reformed Church, Salem |
| 5:30 p.m. |
| Come and join us as we wrap up summer with a BBQ. There will be great food, games for the kids, prizes, and a a bouncy castle. Fun for all ages! All are invited, and there is no cost to attend. |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Childrens Activities |
| Preschool Storytime |
| West Salem Public Library, Salem |
| 1:30 p.m. |
| Children ages 2 and a half to 6 are invited for a fun half hour of stories and a special craft. Sign-ups not necessary |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Libraries, Literary |
| Literary Discussion Group |
| Salem Public Library, Salem |
| 1:00 p.m. |
| This group discusses contemporary and classic literature |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Childrens Activities, Etc., Food, Games |
| Summer Lunch Programs |
| HOME Youth&Resource Center, Salem |
| 12:00 p.m. |
| Community Action Agency's HOME Youth&Resource Center participates in the Summer Food Service Program. HOME provides a safe environment for at-risk and homeless teens where they also can find positive activities, assistance with school and jobs, clothing and meals. Lunch is served from noon to 1 p.m. and dinner from 4:30 to 6 p.m. daily. |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Libraries, Literary |
| Storytimes at Independence Public Library |
| Independence Public Library, Independence |
| 10:15 a.m. |
| Family Storytime, 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays; Spanish conversation, 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays; Bedtime Storytime, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Attractions, Childrens Activities, Museums |
| A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village |
| A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, Salem |
| 10:00 a.m. |
| Our hands-on children's museum in Salem's Riverfront Park features three historic houses brimming with interactive exhibits, including Body Basics, the Bubble Room, Dinostories, and much more. The Village is suited for ages 2-12. A toddler room is available for visitors younger than 2. Our Outdoor Discovery Center is 20,000 square feet of fun with three slides, the world's largest Erector Set tower and maze, and picnic areas, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. (503) 371-3631 or info@acgilbert.org. |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Attractions, Family, Museums |
| The Japanese Garden |
| The Japanese Garden, Portland |
| 10:00 a.m. |
| Five formal Japanese garden styles nestled into 5.5 acres, noon to 7 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, through September |
| Aug 27, 2008 |
| Attractions, Family |
| Oregon State Fair |
| Oregon State Fairgrounds, Salem |
| 10:00 a.m. |
| Features carnival rides, free entertainment, food, animal exhibits, artisan's village, sports health and recreation, familyville, concerts, beer and wine celebration, competitions, arts and crafts, talent show, Texas Hold'em tournament and more, Aug. 22-Sept. 1, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. |
