Salem things to do: 'Stranger Things' night, art exhibits, live music and more
Abby Luschei
'Signals'
A one-night pop-up art exhibit from The Black Rectangle Collective featuring free beverages (21 and older only), appetizers and five artists including Joshua Blue, B.Hammond, Gary Westford, Eilish Gormley and Seth Allen.
When: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17
Location: The Gray Lab, 125 Liberty St.
Cost: No cover
Information: fb.com/540911356686000
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Dead Lee
Live music from this Portland-based cosmic-Americana-folk duo.
When: Starts at 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17
Location: The Governor's Cup Coffee Roasters, 471 Court St. NE
Cost: No cover, 21 and older only
Information: thegovcup.com/music
'Stranger Things' 80s Night
An event themed around the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things" featuring a Scoops Ahoy photo booth, decorations, select games on free play, themed-treats and raffles.
When: 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18
Location: The Coin Jam, 439 Court St. NE
Cost: No cover; early entry VIP tickets available at the bar (limited available)
Information: fb.com/856321091451207
Kroc Health Fair 2020
An event featuring vendors, a variety of free health screenings and a free day pass for all attendees, plus the $75 membership fee for new members is waived at the event.
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18
Location: Kroc Center, 1865 Bill Frey Drive NE
Cost: Free
Information: fb.com/309699583270663
Salem's Got Talent
An evening of entertainment, local talent and some light-hearted shenanigans, hosted by Tony Starlight and his live band.
When: Doors at 6:30, show from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18
Location: Salem's Historic Grand, 187 High St. NE
Cost: $50
Information: fb.com/471992387062999
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Abby Luschei is the arts and entertainment reporter for the Statesman Journal and can be reached at aluschei@statesmanjournal.com or 503-399-6747. Follow her on Twitter @abbyluschei or facebook.com/luscheiabby.
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