Salem things to do: Celebrate Gilgamesh, comedy, an empty bowls fundraiser and more
Abby Luschei
Gilgamesh Celebrations
Celebrate the grand opening of The Woods, 555 9th Avenue NW, on Friday and Gilgamesh's 10th anniversary on Saturday at The Campus, 2065 Madrona Avenue SE, with live music, food specials, a large raffle and a dock sale at both locations; plus dock sale, food and beer specials all weekend at both locations.
When: Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 14-17
Information: fb.com/525663871562589
"Humbug"
Corban University's fall theater production is "Humbug," a modern revisiting of the classic and beloved Christmas story by Charles Dickens, "A Christmas Carol."
When: 10:30 a.m. Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and 22-23, 3 p.m. Nov. 24
Locations: Psalm Performing Arts Center, Corban University, 5000 Deer Park Drive SE
Cost: $13 for adults, $11 for students w/ID, Corban staff and people ages 62 and older and $8 for ages 10 and younger
Information: https://bit.ly/2Cpy1Dq
The Severin Sisters
Live music from this American roots, bluegrass and country music group from Salem.
When: 9 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Location: Taproot Lounge & Cafe, 356 State St.
Cost: No cover
Information: fb.com/456182708342005
Jake Silberman Talks To You: Live Stand Up
A regular feature at both Helium and Harvey’s comedy clubs in Portland, comedian Jake Silberman is coming to Salem.
When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Location: Capitol City Theater, 210 Liberty St. SE #150
Cost: $12 online plus fees, $15 at the door; 18 and older only
Information: capitolcitytheater.com
Empty Bowls
The 13th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Marion Polk Food Share featuring about 1,200 pottery bowls and other items for sale.
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16-17
Location: Willamette Art Center, located on the Oregon State Fairgrounds (enter through the Yellow Gate from Silverton Road)
Information: 503-365-3911 or willametteartcenter.com