Attention all book-lovers and knowledge-seekers! We are thrilled to announce the opening of a brand new neighborhood tiny library. This delightful little structure, located east on the Willamette Heritage Center grounds, is bursting with books for all ages and crafts for children. The library’s initial offerings focus on history, but the Heritage Center invites donations […]
The Outstanding Neighbor or Neighborhood Association honors a group or individual neighbors that set an example, performed a project encouraging civic participation, or enhanced the city some manner. Two members of our neighborhood were honored with this award. Honored for weeks of fending off illegal camping and litter at the tiny Mill Race Park, was […]
Halloween, Oregon’s favorite holiday, is only days away. Where to go for a safe and fun experience? Our own Willamette Heritage Center organizes once more their Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat. Each car will drive through a route on the site to see all the fun booths and decorations, while the ‘Candy Crew’ passes out sweets. On the […]
Tue, Oct. 25, 2022 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. We are meeting in person at Capital Park Wesleyan Church, 410 19th St. SE Meeting is open to the public. Promoting neighborhood business: Via Website, Facebook, Mailchimp email list; discuss criteria on how we would promote/engage local businesses Walling Pond: More discussion based on contact with […]
Meet Linda Nishioka, our new Ward 2 city councilor. Her priorities: A vibrant, attractive, walkable downtown, responsible development, ending homelessness and improving the environment. She wants to contribute to making Salem “a city that takes care of itself, and is welcoming to all.” She’s lived in the Willamette Valley most of her life, attending college […]
Sadly enough, we have no more chickens roaming the backyard. What happened? As many other neighbors, we kept a small amount of chickens both for company and fresh eggs. Salem allows up to 7 feathered backyard dwellers if they are allotted sufficient space to roam and no roosters are included in the party. That makes […]
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM In person at Capital Park Wesleyan Church (410 19th St. SE) Agenda: Police: Sgt. Steve GalvinCarol Snyder, Salem Parks Foundation: Restoring Eco-Earth Globe project; park project ideas. Linda Nishioka, invited: New city council rep for our area. Committee updates, future speaker ideasAnnual Meeting date and […]
Tuesday, August 23, 2022 | 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Richmond School Park (540 24th ST SE, Salem) Join us from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for SESNA’s last “party in the park” behind Richmond School. 540 24th St. SE. Refreshments served! Meet neighbors and learn about major Improvements coming to McGilchrist St. after years of trying. What’s […]
Helping our homeless campers The City recently announced that police no longer respond in person to certain non-emergency calls, such as reports of illegal camping or excessive noise, unless they have the capacity at the time to do so. Still, they promise to log and investigated all complaints. You can help with these tips: Address […]
Today, June 28, 2022 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Aldrich Park Gazebo (Bellevue ST SE and 15th St SE) Bring a chair, any concerns about the neighborhood and meet your neighbors at the Southeast Salem Neighborhood Association gathering at Aldrich Park Refreshments! Come 15 minutes early for mingling. The agenda includes meeting Sen. Deb […]