Salem Convention Center Welcomes the League of Oregon Cities September 27-29, 2012
In late September, more than 700 local government and municipal employees from around Oregon will convene at The Salem Convention Center for the 87th LOC Conference! The League of Oregon Cities 87th annual meeting will take place here September 27-29, 2012 and will feature programs and facilitated open forum discussions centered on topics such as economic development and City/State government relations. The conference will provide a wide range of training and networking opportunities for both elected officials and city staff. In addition,...
read moreWillamette Valley Chefs, Brewers and Vinters Come Together to Fight Local Hunger
The 14th annual Bonaventure of Salem Chefs’ Nite Out benefiting Marion-Polk Food Share will be here at The Salem Convention Center on Sunday, September 30, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bentley’s Grill and Salem Convention Center are joining 45 of the best Mid-Willamette Valley restaurants, caterers, brewers and vintners to serve up an unforgettable culinary feast to benefit Marion-Polk Food Share for one very special evening. This annual event raises funds to help end hunger in Marion and Polk counties. Marion-Polk Food Share (MPFS) is the...
read moreSalem Oregon’s Vibrant Performing and Visual Arts Community
The cultural arts scene in Salem, Oregon is rich with history and is one of our best kept secrets. It is here where you will find beautiful galleries, top notch theatre, music, and dance performances. We take great pride in our local venues – like the Pentacle Theatre which is nestled in the woods, or the historic 1926 Elsinore Theatre located just a few blocks away. The award-winning Salem Senate-Aires Men’s Chorus has been entertaining audiences throughout the Pacific Northwest for more than 50 years. In addition to the...
read moreSee You There at the 2012 Oregon State Fair August 24 through September 3!
Every August there is excitement in the air as Salem prepares to host the Oregon State Fair. Beginning August 24, the Oregon State Fairgrounds will become one of Oregon’s most bustling cities for 11 days! The Oregon State Fair has been bringing summer to a close in Salem since 1858 with thousands of activities, celebrations, events and attractions. Here are a few highlights for the 2012 2012 Oregon State Fair Big Concert Line-Up Fri. Aug. 24th – Colbie Caillat / Gavin DeGraw Sat. Aug. 25th – Joe Walsh Fri. Aug. 31st...
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