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Albany Community Pool School’s Out Swim Fun

(Albany, Oregon) - The Albany Community Pool (ACP) is offering a School's Out Swim on Thursday, April 21, and Friday, April 22, 2011 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Albany Community Pool, 2150 36th Ave. SE. The 1-meter and 3-meter diving boards, rope swing, and basketball hoops will be available.

Salem Is Lacing Up-Here`s Why

(Salem, Oregon) - Approximately 400 people young and old will lace up their walking shoes in Salem on April 30th giving hope that every baby will have a healthy start. They're walking and raising money to support March of Dimes funded research and programs to help moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies.

Albany Parks & Recreation - Environmental Classes

(Albany, Oregon) - Albany Parks & Recreation and Public Works/Environmental Services are partnering to offer two classes this spring to help Albany residents save money, save water, and create healthier landscaping at home.

Spring Fling Mom`s Shopping Spree in Historic Downtown McMinnville

McMinnville Downtown Association presents the Annual Downtown Spring Fling - Mom's Shopping Spree and Gift Certificate Raffle.

(McMinnville, Oregon) - In conjunction with Linfield College Mom’s Weekend, downtown McMinnville businesses are offering great mom's specials, exclusive previews, trunk shows and drawings. The McMinnville Downtown Association would like to thank you for shopping downtown by giving you a chance to win a $50 Downtown Gift Certificate.

Preservation Month Fair at the State Capitol

(Salem, Oregon) - May is National Historic Preservation Month and for Oregon communities throughout the state it’s an opportunity to reflect on significant historic sites and buildings that help tell the stories of our past as well as to recognize contributions that individuals and organizations have made to local preservation projects.

Oregon Coast Aquarium to Celebrate Earth Day

A Farmers Market will feature music, sustainable products and local produce

(Newport, Oregon) - The Oregon Coast Aquarium will celebrate Earth Day with a Farmers Market, offering activities, sustainable art and information about green living and healthy choices. The event, 10 am to 5 pm Saturday, April 23, is free after regular Aquarium admission.

Second Annual Law & Disorder Conference at PSU

Speakers include Ashanti Omowali Alston, Chrystos and Tre Arrow.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The Second Annual Law & Disorder Conference takes place at Portland State University: Smith Memorial Building Friday.

Linfield Gallery Hosts First Northwest Showing of Abu Ghraib Exhibit

The exhibit runs through April 30.

(MCMINNVILLE, Ore.) - Saturday marks the opening reception of a remarkable Linfield Gallery exhibit featuring portraits and words of former Abu Ghraib detainees.

Holidays at the Oregon Capitol Feature Choirs of Schoolkids

Pringle Elementary's choir was one of many that performed for visitors Friday at the Capitol.

(SALEM, Ore.) - An Oregon family tradition continues through December 23rd at the state Capitol. Choirs from schools throughout Oregon are appearing in the Rotunda, where the acoustics are especially unique for the unforgettable performances.

George Fox University presents annual Christmas concert

More than 130 student musicians will participate in event

(Newberg, Oregon) - George Fox University’s annual Christmas concert, “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear!,” returns to campus Friday through Sunday, Dec. 10-12. All performances will be held in Bauman Auditorium on the university’s Newberg campus.