Come see our very own local Sprague Dance Team & Mid Valley Dance Company, Hidden Lakes Steppers Line Dancers, Salem Swingin’, City Dance Theatre, American Ballet Academy, Salem Swingin’ Stars, Classic Tap Dance Studio, and Inspirational Dance Company performing in the streets.

Join us for lots of fun, “open-dancing,” local art and shopping, be a part of the experience with The Flextones & Kyle Sexton who will be bringing back live karaoke, “after 8 events,” and evening full of various dancing styles.

"Mid-Valley Dance Company strives to bring positive, competition dance team experiences to the Salem community. New teams begin in September and are available for dancers in 1st grade-Adult. For more information visit www.midvalleydance.com."

"The award winning Sprague Olyannes dance team consists of 28 dedicated, passionate and talented dancers. The Olyannes practice and compete from August thru May each year while also hosting many dance camps and competitions. For more information visit, www.shsolyannes.com."

American Ballet Academy was founded in Salem, Oregon in 1991. It has always encouraged working to one's potential in a loving, fostering environment. The studio has had a history of success. Numerous dancers have attended elite dance programs on scholarships, and moved on to dance in professional companies. Others have gone on to college pursuing degrees in dance. The studio encourages dedication while understanding the need of enjoyment to help a person properly grow and appreciate the art of dance. For more information visit, www.americanballetacademy.net.”

Salem Swingin’ Stars
In the spring of 1966 three single people met with a common goal of wanting to start a club for single square dancers. In June of 1966 the goal had been met and the group became the Salem Swingin’ Singles, 19 members strong. In 1993 the name was changed to Salem Swingin’ Stars when the club decided to open its membership to married couples and now, forty two years later, and we are still going strong. Our regular dance nights are the 1st, 3rd & 5th Fri. of the month. Randy Dibble, our Caller, has been with us for 8 years. Jeanine Norden, our Cuer for the 1st and 3rd Friday’s has been with us for 7 yrs. Richard Ball cued for the club for 19 yrs. before deciding to do just the 5th Friday 8 years ago. Our beginning lessons start in September & February with each set of lesson lasting about 12 weeks. Harriet at 503-378-0081 would be happy to answer any question.

Square dancers don’t limit their activities to just their club dances they visit other clubs, do demonstration, attend festivals, national conventions, state conventions, have picnics, go camping, take trips to the coast, or whatever suits their fancy. In case you didn’t know, a person can go anywhere in the world and square dance because the calls are in English. What a great way to meet people and have fun.

Hidden Lakes Steppers
A senior line dancing group from Hidden Lakes Retirement Community; the dancers range in 80 to 96 years old. They enjoy dancing for exercise, balance, and enjoyment of friends.

Razzle Dazzle Theatrical Group
A singing, dancing, and comedy performance!

City Dance Theatre
The City Dance Theatre group successfully auditioned and will be proudly performing at Disneyland in October 2008 proudly representing Salem/Keizer! Come show your support for dancers ages 8-18 that will be representing our community!

Inspirational Dance Company
The Inspiration Dance Company will be performing Hip Hop routines as well as showcasing freestylers and break dancers. You do not want to miss this!!!

The Kola Nuts
The KOLA NUTS percussion ensemble is comprised of a group of hand-drummers from the Salem area. The foundation of a Kola Nuts performance (consisting of ensemble rhythms from around the globe) is made solid by the core members performing on djembes, bell and rattles, while a rotation of additional players brings a fresh perspective to each show! Percussionist/educator Mark Powers has performed and studied drumming throughout the United States, China, Thailand and Ghana, West Africa is former co-holder of the Guinness World Record for Longest Drum Roll by a Group.

State Street:
Third Edition will be playing for “open dancing!”

Coffee House Café:
Live Music with Derek Evans & Aaron Bowen

Le Shoe Boutique:
The Blue Bonics

See you August 6th in Celebration of our First Wednesday, “Dancin’ in the Streets!”

Salem Art Association Project Space
Address: 233 Commercial Street NE
Telephone: 503-581-2228
Email: meghan@salemart.org
Web: www.salemart.org

6 to 8 pm Guests of the Project Space can watch performances of DanceAbility, enjoy live music and view urban art and video work by artists Ann Kresge, Barbara Rowland, and others. Free and open to the public.

Coffee House Cafe
Tel: 503-371-6768
135 Liberty St NE
Salem , OR 97301
Email: coffeehousecafe@gmail.com
www.myspace/coffeehousecafesalem

Events:
Live Original Music Derek Evans & Aaron Bowen (San Diego)7:30-10:00
Derek Evans Folk/Alternative
Derek will draw you in to his captivating live performances with original songwriting and a wit as dry as the Martini he’d like you to by him.

Aaron Bowen Experimental/Folk/Shoegaze
Bowen has earned widespread recognition as a world-class guitarist and songwriter through his unique style and technique which blends timeless acoustic hand-me-down traditions with popular contemporary sensibilities.

Sales & Specials: $7.00 per pound 100% Organic Coffee Roasted locally in the Italian tradition.

Discounts Offered: Home of the "First Wednesday" 16oz. $3.00 Latte. Have it hot/iced plane or pick your flavor and will make you the best latte you have ever had. Roasted Portobello/Red Pepper Panini made on Chabata bread (Cascade Baking), provolone cheese. Served with tortilla chips and salsa. $5.00

Brown's Towne Lounge

Tel: 503 391 9977

Address: 189 Liberty St NE, Suite 112

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: browns_towne@hotmail.com

Events: Join us for a high energy Tribal Fusion Belly Dance show at 7:30 featuring Zephyr, as seen on CCTV, a very modern Belly Dance Troupe, as well as solo dancers.

Sales & Specials: Homemade Mac and Cheese $5.00, Tator Tots with Smoky Ranch $3.00, 8 oz Top Sirloin $8.95 Teriyaki Chicken Pocket sandwich $7.50, Serving Spire Mountain Hard Pear Cider, Carlovanna Vineyards Pear wine, Try a refreshing Cool-Cumber Saki Martini or taste some wonderful Ninkasi microbrews

The Blue Pepper

Tel: 503.371.4600

Address: 241 Commercial St NE

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: bluepepperowner@qwest.net

Web: www.thebluepepper.com

"ONCE IN A BLUE MOON---SALE!!" ALL FRAMED & UNFRAMED ARTWORK *40% - 80% OFF (over 600 pieces)!!! *Excludes consigned art. OFFER GOOD August 6th - 10th

Reed Opera House

503-391-4481

189 Liberty St

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: qaproperties@hotmail.com

The Reed Opera House at Liberty and Court Presents: Argentine Tango performed outside by "Tango for Salem" Courtyard singing, dancing and comedy performance by "Razzle Dazzle Theatrical Troupe"
Artist's in Action's award winning artist Kev Kohler painting live!
Join us for Dancing in the Street!

Roy John Designer Goldsmith

503-363-9807

315 Court Street NE

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: royjohn@royjohn.com

Web: www.royjohn.com

Events: Local resident, architect, and writer Sam Hall will be displaying his photography of Uganda, South Africa, and Egypt. He will be in the store from 5:30 to 7:30 PM to answer questions and discuss his work.

Et Cetera Art Gallery

503-589-l600 or 503-58l-9850

329 State St. NE

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: etceteraantiques@comcast.com

Web: www.etceteraantiques.com

Events: Opening first Wed., Aug 2 - August 30, rare collection oil paintings by Clyde Leon Keller (1872-1962) who started his art education at Willamette Un, in l884. Many other Oregon artists shown as well from this collection, as well as Arts & Crafts pottery & copper.

Salem Ten Thousand Villages

503-585-1636

474 Court St. NE

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: village2763@comcast.net

Web: www.salem.tenthousandvillages.com

OTG Bistro
503-391-9500
189 Liberty St. NW
Salem, OR 97301
Email: oregonteagarden@oregonteagarden.com
Web: www.oregonteagarden.com

Events: Will be serving hot fudge sundaes, homemade brownie ice cream sandwiches, waffle cones, and fruit crisps. Join us!
Sales & Specials: Ice cream sandwiches only $2.00!  ALL YEAR LONG!

Art Department, Inc.

503-364-7465

254 Commercial ST NE

Downtown Salem 97301

Email: artdeptsalem@comcast.net

Specials: 40% off Graham Acrylic, Oil and Watercolor Paint 40% off AA pre-stretched canvas

Events: Come experience painting blindfolded at the Art Department. Anyone can do this fun and unintimidating technique. No peeking! 5:30-7:30pm

August Artist is: August – Barbara Rowland: Photo image transfers, alternative surfaces.

Glance Optics and Eyewear

503-399-9090

330 Court Street

Downtown Salem 97301

Email:  lisa@glanceglasses.com

Web:  www.glanceglasses.com

Events:  Glance is hosting a very special guest. The exclusive Emilio Pucci sunwear line will be in Salem in its entirety! A rare opportunity to see all models, and all colors.

Salem Ten Thousand Villages
503-585-1636
474 Court St. NE
Downtown Salem 97301
Email: village2763@comcast.net
Web: www.salem.tenthousandvillages.com

Events: Seattler recording artist Mattheu Canvas will play acoustic guitar and djerido at Ten Thousand Villages 4PM-8PM Wednesday Aug.6th
Sales & Specials: Mattheu will have Cd's available for sale at $8.00 a piece
Discounts Offered: Selected lamps and baskets are currently 15% off.

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