Wine, theater and more things to do in Salem this weekend
Abby Luschei
Wine, films and theater are all in store this weekend, here are five things to do:
"Avenue Q"
What: This adult-only, politically incorrect show starring puppets and humans that explores what happens when “Sesame Street meets South Park."
When: Opens 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sundays through April 14
Location: Enlightened Theatrics, 187 High St. NE #300
Tickets: Available at www.EnlightenedTheatrics.org, 503.585.3427 or 187 High St. NE #211 in downtown Salem
90-Second Newbery Film Festival
What: The annual video contest in which kid filmmakers create short movies that tell the entire stories of Newbery award-winning books in about 90 seconds.
When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22
Location: Loucks Auditorium, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE
Cost: Free
Information: 503-588-6315. Sign up and get free tickets at https://bit.ly/2HhOEW9
Wine, Pear & Cheese Jubilee
What: This annual event features "pear-ings" of a wine flight, including our 2018 Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir, with latest releases with small bites of Northwest pears and artisan cheeses.
When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24
Location: Willamette Valley Vineyards, 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner
Cost: $20, $10 for Wine Club members, owners and their guests
Information: www.wvv.com/WinePearCheese
CCT presents: Ken Hamlett
What: Tacoma native Ken Hamlett is a stand-up comedian and published comedy writer who combines wit with a powerful stage presence.
When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23
Location: Capitol City Theater, 210 Liberty St. SE #150
Cost: $12 online plus fees, $16 at the door
Information: www.capitolcitytheater.com
14th Anniversary Show
What: West Coast Wrestling Connection Professional Wrestling returns to Salem for a 14th Anniversary event.
When: 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 24
Location: Salem Scottish Rite Center, 4090 Commercial St. SE
Cost: $15 for adults, $6 for seniors, students and military with valid ID, children younger than 5 are free with paying adult; discounts for presale tickets
Information: https://bit.ly/2Tz9M0F
More things to do
Calendar:Transition to spring with these March events
Abby Luschei is the entertainment reporter for the Statesman Journal; she can be reached at aluschei@statesmanjournal.com or 503-399-6747. Follow her on Twitter @abbyluschei or facebook.com/luscheiabby.
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