Events Calendar

	May 2025
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				1 Youth First! Open Mic Youth First! Open Mic May 1, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Showcase your talent! Priority for performers 20 and under. Music, poetry, comedy, and more welcome. Free – All ages can attend. Sign-ups at 5PM, performances 6-9PM. Check here for more info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/13/open-mic-every-thursday-night/ See more details Drag Bingo with the ISCWE Drag Bingo with the ISCWE May 1, 2025 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA 🌟 Step right up and join Star Empress 46 Kristal De’Cantor and the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette Empire! 🌟 🎉 Reign 46 proudly presents: BINGO NIGHTS! 🎉 Clear your calendars for the first and third Thursday of every month. We’re rolling out the red carpet for an evening packed with thrilling games, hearty laughs, and all-around good vibes—all for a noble cause! But hold onto your bingo daubers, there’s more! 🎁 Not only will you bask in the glory of shouting “BINGO!” but your participation helps our Reign 46 charities: 🏥 HIV Alliance 🌈 The Trevor Project 🍲 Marion County Food Share Every dab, every giggle, and every triumphant win gets us closer to making a real difference. Together, we can spread joy and create positive ripples while having an absolute blast! Tell your friends, tell your enemies, heck, tell your pets! Join us in this fabulous journey of fun and philanthropy. Let’s make Reign 46 Bingo Nights the talk of the town! See you there, bingo legends! See more details • •	2 Pridefit HIIT Class Pridefit HIIT Class May 2, 2025 9:00 am – 10:00 am Catalyst Community Fitness, 2449 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Capital Pride and Catalyst Community Fitness are excited to offer a High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for just $5 per session. HIIT involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with brief recovery periods, providing an efficient workout that boosts cardiovascular fitness and burns calories. This class welcomes participants of all fitness levels, from those new to exercise to seasoned athletes. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for sweating and comfortable shoes. Join us to engage with a like-minded community and achieve your fitness goals together. See more details Gender Time Gender Time May 2, 2025 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA The Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) is located in the Montag Loft on Willamette University’s Salem campus. Join the GRAC every Friday from 1:30-2:30pm for a supportive space for discussing, celebrating and exploring gender identity. See more details Two Spirit: Dual Natures \| Indigenous Drag Perspectives on Climate Change \| Final Performance Two Spirit: Dual Natures \| Indigenous Drag Perspectives on Climate Change \| Final Performance May 2, 2025 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm 345 Monmouth Ave N, Monmouth, OR 97361, USA Two Spirit: Dual Natures Indigenous Drag Perspectives on Climate Change Cannon Gallery of Art Western Oregon University Climate Disaster is a Drag! Featuring: First Monster of Salem Mandragora Screech MacPherson Mx Salem Gay Pride Ali’ison Underlynd MacPherson Ms. Salem Gay Pride Willow Shrimp Ray MacPherson April 4 at 4pm: Opening Performance April 18 at 4pm: Performance with Guest Speaker Kimberly Lining, Founder of MMIW Search and Hope Alliance May 2 at 4pm: Final Performance & Reception Creative Director: Jessica Rehfield Questions? Contact Paula Booth, Gallery Director 503-838-8607 or boothp@wou.edu If you would like to request disability-related accomodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, complete the online request form at least three (3) business days in advance. If you have questions, please contact Disability Access Services (DAS) at 503-838-8250 or das@wou.edu. See more details • • •	3 Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 3, 2025 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week. Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details Calienté XL Productions Drag Show Calienté XL Productions Drag Show May 3, 2025 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA See more details • •
4 Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 4, 2025 10:15 am – 11:15 am Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week. Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details Make Sum Noiz Make Sum Noiz May 4, 2025 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Free musical playground for all ages and abilities. Try various instruments, build your own, or bring projects. Great for families! 11AM-4PM at Radness Ensues. More info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/14/make-sum-noiz-sundays/ See more details Queer Silent Book Club Salem Queer Silent Book Club Salem May 4, 2025 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Prismatic Coffee Company, 3996 Cousteau Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Join Capital Pride & Silent Book Club Salem for a monthly Queer Silent Book Club! On the first Sunday of every month from 11am-1pm, bring your own book to Prismatic Coffee for some silent reading. Afterward, stick around for some optional social time, where you can chat with others about what you’re reading and make new friends. All readers and books are welcome— ebooks, audiobooks (w/ headphones), textbooks, graphic novels, comic books (whatever you want to read)! Want some book suggestions? Make sure to follow @silentbookclubsalem on Instagram for queer reading lists and more! See more details Mid-Willamette Queer Collective Meetup Mid-Willamette Queer Collective Meetup May 4, 2025 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Isaac’s Downtown, 201 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Every 1st Sunday of the month at 1pm and third Thursday of the month at 5pm. Typically in the reserved dining area of Isaac’s Downtown, but location may vary. Join the “Mid-Willamette Queer Collective” Discord for more information. Or contact Tricarico (tricaricoschwartz@gmail.com) if you have any questions. See more details Video Game Night Video Game Night May 4, 2025 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Come play video games with other queer people! Stream your game, play something together, or just check out what others are playing and hang out. Every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month starting at 7pm in the Gaming voice channel! Join Capital Pride’s Discord here: https://discord.gg/rrwKNzqVN5 See more details • • • • •	5	6 ISCWE General Membership Meeting (open to everyone) ISCWE General Membership Meeting (open to everyone) May 6, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA See more details •	7 Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC May 7, 2025 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA Queer Men’s Club Every Wed 5-6pm In the Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) Community Room at Willamette University Games, activities, and more! Free & confidential People of all identities are welcome See more details Queer and Trans Game Night Queer and Trans Game Night May 7, 2025 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Wild Things Games, 241 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA See more details Queer Trans Intersex Black Indigenous People of Color Support Group Queer Trans Intersex Black Indigenous People of Color Support Group May 7, 2025 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Meets 1st Wed of each month @6pm on Zoom, starting Feb 7th. Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZIuVGkToj-ySNZit1svIJIH9Qzk2bp4FGC1lO-sQAzf7A1w/viewform See more details Salem Capital Pride Meeting Salem Capital Pride Meeting May 7, 2025 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Marion Polk Food Share, 1660 Salem Industrial Dr NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Help plan Pride events and community programs! Meeting takes place at Marion Polk Food Share and Online: To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/kst-qntr-zdz Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 267-652-0110 and enter this PIN: 733 616 056# To view more phone numbers, click this link: https://tel.meet/kst-qntr-zdz?hs=5 See more details Peer-Led Grief Group Peer-Led Grief Group May 7, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA For all forms of grief. We read “Unf*ck Your Grief”, journal, and share. In-person at Radness Ensues or register for Zoom link. Books available if needed. More info at the link: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/16/finding-support-and-understanding-peer-led-grief-group-at-radness-ensues/ See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 7, 2025 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week. Wednesdays, 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details • • • • • •	8 Salem Youth Group Meeting (Rainbow Youth) Salem Youth Group Meeting (Rainbow Youth) May 8, 2025 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Center 50+, 2615 Portland Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Meetings are for all middle- and high-school-aged youth, 18 and under. Join us for check-in, snacks, discussions, workshops, games, arts and crafts, help with homework, and chill time! See more details Youth First! Open Mic Youth First! Open Mic May 8, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Showcase your talent! Priority for performers 20 and under. Music, poetry, comedy, and more welcome. Free – All ages can attend. Sign-ups at 5PM, performances 6-9PM. Check here for more info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/13/open-mic-every-thursday-night/ See more details PFLAG Parent Social PFLAG Parent Social May 8, 2025 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm Xicha Brewing – North Salem – Taproom, 2195 Hyacinth St NE #162, Salem, OR 97301, USA Parenting can be hard and parenting an LGBTQIA+ child comes with its own set of challenges. Come enjoy good food and drinks while you chat with other parents of LGBTQIA+kids. We will meet at the same time as Rainbow Youth but this is meant to be more informal than our support group. See more details • • •	9 Pridefit HIIT Class Pridefit HIIT Class May 9, 2025 9:00 am – 10:00 am Catalyst Community Fitness, 2449 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Capital Pride and Catalyst Community Fitness are excited to offer a High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for just $5 per session. HIIT involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with brief recovery periods, providing an efficient workout that boosts cardiovascular fitness and burns calories. This class welcomes participants of all fitness levels, from those new to exercise to seasoned athletes. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for sweating and comfortable shoes. Join us to engage with a like-minded community and achieve your fitness goals together. See more details Gender Time Gender Time May 9, 2025 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA The Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) is located in the Montag Loft on Willamette University’s Salem campus. Join the GRAC every Friday from 1:30-2:30pm for a supportive space for discussing, celebrating and exploring gender identity. See more details Trans Prom at Southside Speakeasy Trans Prom at Southside Speakeasy May 9, 2025 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Southside Speakeasy Presents TRANS PROM Fri 9 May 8:00pm Held in the Speakeasy sidebar Theme: Great Gatsby See more details • • •	10 Queer Yoga Queer Yoga May 10, 2025 10:30 am – 11:30 am Common People Yoga, 360 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Capital Pride is partnering with Common People Yoga to bring you a monthly queer yoga class! For just $8 (over 50% off), you can stretch those muscles every 2nd Saturday of the month from 10:30 to 11:30 am! Yoga mats will be available to borrow, but please bring your own mat if you have one. This is an all levels class, with modifications available to adjust the class to meet your individual needs. There is never any pressure to do any poses that don’t feel good, with complete permission to back off from or completely skip any portions. If you need any significant accommodations or have concerns about what you will be able to do, we encourage you to come speak with the instructor, Michael, before class begins, so that you can collaborate on how we can help you get the most out of the class. Register for a class here! See more details Gender Expansive Support Group Gender Expansive Support Group May 10, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm Transgender, nonbinary, gender diverse, gender non-conforming, intersex, and other non-cisgender folks are invited to join Mid Willamette Trans Support Network to support each other and check in about what’s going on in our lives. Please message them to get the zoom information for this meeting: https://www.facebook.com/events/340992381587783/340992388254449/ See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 10, 2025 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week. Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. 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11 Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 11, 2025 10:15 am – 11:15 am Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week. Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details Make Sum Noiz Make Sum Noiz May 11, 2025 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Free musical playground for all ages and abilities. Try various instruments, build your own, or bring projects. Great for families! 11AM-4PM at Radness Ensues. More info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/14/make-sum-noiz-sundays/ See more details Queer Board Game Meetup Queer Board Game Meetup May 11, 2025 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Let’s play some board games! Join Capital Pride for a Queer Board Game Meetup on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month, from 3 to 6 pm. At least one snack will be provided, but feel free to bring your own, as well as any games you’d like to play. Sign up to participate here! See more details Southside Speakeasy’s Big Queer Game Night! Southside Speakeasy’s Big Queer Game Night! May 11, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Big Queer Game Night! Games include: Uno & Uno Teams Cards Against Humanity Phase 10 Skip-Bo Exploding Kittens Or bring your own games! Every month on the 2nd Sunday at Southside Speakeasy See more details • • • •	12 Queer Climb Night Queer Climb Night May 12, 2025 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Rock Boxx Climbing Gym, 3895 Cascadia Canyon Ave SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Join Capital Pride and The Rock Boxx Climbing Gym for our monthly Queer Climb Night! 2nd Monday of the Month 7-9 PM at Rock Boxx Climbing Gym 50% Day Pass ($9.50 including shoes and chalk) Learn bouldering basics and meet other queer climbers! Fill out a waiver ahead of time here! See more details •	13 Salem Munch (21+) Salem Munch (21+) May 13, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Located in the banquet room of Southside Speakeasy! Doors at 6pm, class starts promptly at 7. Come early for a nosh & some conversation! We are a sex-positive & kink-centric group of folx who meet bi-monthly over our love of authentic, healthy sexuality while building connections in our community! We are a queer, trans/gender non-conforming, & BIPOC-friendly munch. The Tuesday Munch meets every second Tuesday; The Saturday Munch meets every third Saturday. The space is stair free with plentiful parking. The Salem Munch also offers a library of sex-positive & kink-centric books available for community members to borrow. Education is our kink & we’re here to help spread it! See more details •	14 Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC May 14, 2025 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA Queer Men’s Club Every Wed 5-6pm In the Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) Community Room at Willamette University Games, activities, and more! Free & confidential People of all identities are welcome See more details Bricks and Booze (LEGO Event) Bricks and Booze (LEGO Event) May 14, 2025 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA See more details Capital Pride Queer Mixer Capital Pride Queer Mixer May 14, 2025 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm For Tomorrow We Die Brewing Company, 2315 25th St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA It’s time for our quarterly Queer Mixer! Come get to know new people, whether you’re looking for romance, something casual, or just friendship. Join us on Wednesday, May 14th at 7pm at For Tomorrow We Die Brewing Company! (RSVP link will become available a couple weeks before) See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 14, 2025 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week. Wednesdays, 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details • • • •	15 Mid-Willamette Queer Collective Meetup Mid-Willamette Queer Collective Meetup May 15, 2025 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Isaac’s Downtown, 201 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Every third Thursday of the month at 5pm and 1st Sunday of the month at 1pm. Typically in the reserved dining area of Isaac’s Downtown, but location may vary. Join the “Mid-Willamette Queer Collective” Discord for more information. Or contact Tricarico (tricaricoschwartz@gmail.com) if you have any questions. See more details Youth First! Open Mic Youth First! Open Mic May 15, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Showcase your talent! Priority for performers 20 and under. Music, poetry, comedy, and more welcome. Free – All ages can attend. Sign-ups at 5PM, performances 6-9PM. Check here for more info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/13/open-mic-every-thursday-night/ See more details Drag Bingo with the ISCWE Drag Bingo with the ISCWE May 15, 2025 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA 🌟 Step right up and join Star Empress 46 Kristal De’Cantor and the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette Empire! 🌟 🎉 Reign 46 proudly presents: BINGO NIGHTS! 🎉 Clear your calendars for the first and third Thursday of every month. We’re rolling out the red carpet for an evening packed with thrilling games, hearty laughs, and all-around good vibes—all for a noble cause! But hold onto your bingo daubers, there’s more! 🎁 Not only will you bask in the glory of shouting “BINGO!” but your participation helps our Reign 46 charities: 🏥 HIV Alliance 🌈 The Trevor Project 🍲 Marion County Food Share Every dab, every giggle, and every triumphant win gets us closer to making a real difference. Together, we can spread joy and create positive ripples while having an absolute blast! Tell your friends, tell your enemies, heck, tell your pets! Join us in this fabulous journey of fun and philanthropy. Let’s make Reign 46 Bingo Nights the talk of the town! See you there, bingo legends! See more details Drag Time! with RiRi Calienté at Infinity Room Drag Time! with RiRi Calienté at Infinity Room May 15, 2025 8:00 pm – 11:59 pm Infinity Room, 210 Liberty St SE #150, Salem, OR 97301, USA Purchase Tickets Here! 🌈Every third Thursday, get a head start to your weekend with Drag Time hosted by Salem’s fabulous drag mother RiRi Calienté! Join us for a night of dazzling drag entertainment paired with exquisite food and signature cocktails. 🍹✨ Secure your spot now for an unforgettable experience where the stage sparkles as much as your dining experience. 🎉👑 Cheers to a night of fabulous fun! Doors at 7:00, show at 8:00. 10 adv/12 at the door. 16+ show. Guests under 16 permitted with parent or guardian. Guests under 21 years of age are welcome until 10:00 pm, at which time Infinity Room becomes a 21+ establishment. If you are under 21 or do not have valid identification, you may be politely reminded of this rule and asked to leave at 10:00 pm. We offer our full kitchen and bar menu before and during the show. Please purchase all tickets for your party under one name in order to ensure your entire party is seated together. Your party members do not all need to arrive at the same time to check in. If you purchase tickets separately, please reach out to us at info@irsalem.com to let us know which parties you would like seated together. If you or your party need any accommodations, please email info@infinityroomsalem.com. Infinity Room will provide an ASL interpreter for any show on request. No harassment or heckling will be tolerated. Online ticket sales end when doors open. If there are still tickets available after doors open, you may purchase them at the door. Please arrive early for the show; unclaimed tickets will be released 20 minutes after showtime. No outside food allowed. Valid ID required for alcohol purchases and 21+ shows. Email info@irsalem.com for accommodations, questions and refunds. See more details • • • •	16 Pridefit HIIT Class Pridefit HIIT Class May 16, 2025 9:00 am – 10:00 am Catalyst Community Fitness, 2449 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Capital Pride and Catalyst Community Fitness are excited to offer a High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for just $5 per session. HIIT involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with brief recovery periods, providing an efficient workout that boosts cardiovascular fitness and burns calories. This class welcomes participants of all fitness levels, from those new to exercise to seasoned athletes. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for sweating and comfortable shoes. Join us to engage with a like-minded community and achieve your fitness goals together. See more details Gender Time Gender Time May 16, 2025 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA The Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) is located in the Montag Loft on Willamette University’s Salem campus. Join the GRAC every Friday from 1:30-2:30pm for a supportive space for discussing, celebrating and exploring gender identity. See more details The Friday Night Get Down: A Womxn’s Dance Party The Friday Night Get Down: A Womxn’s Dance Party May 16, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA See more details • • •	17 Disabled Hikers & Salem Capital Pride Group Hike Disabled Hikers & Salem Capital Pride Group Hike May 17, 2025 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 100 SE Fischer Ln, Corvallis, OR 97333, USA Sat, May 17 \| Willamette Park and Natural Area Salem Capital Pride and Disabled Hikers are teaming up for an afternoon at Willamette Park in Corvallis! Open to anyone who is LGBTQIA+, Disabled, chronically ill, or neurodivergent. Time & Location May 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM PDT Willamette Park and Natural Area, 100 SE Fischer Ln, Corvallis, OR 97333, USA About the event Salem Capital Pride and Disabled Hikers are collaborating to bring you an accessible community outing at Willamette Park and Natural Area. We will stroll, roll, or ride along a paved, wheelchair accessible path along the river. The group will take breaks whenever needed, and we will match the pace of everyone present. We’ll have plenty of time to talk, hang out and enjoy the riverside. This event is open to LGBTQIA+ people, and/or people who are disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent, or otherwise have personal lived experience of disability. Your family, friends, and caregivers are welcome! We will have an electric wheelchair and/or mobility scooter available if you need it or would like to try using one! Please read all of the below information. Full details, including directions and meeting location, will be emailed to you after registration. Trail Description Willamette Park multi-use trail: up to 3.5 miles round trip, paved, flat. A paved, multi-use trail runs the length of the park, traveling between sports fields, along the river bank, and the forest. Several natural surface and gravel trails branch off from the paved trail, leading to the river or other adventures. We will decide which trail to take based on everyone’s needs and the trail conditions. You do not have to complete the entire trail; someone will go back with you if you want to turn around. Amenities Accessible restrooms, benches, and picnic tables. There are portable toilets at the start of the trail, and an accessible restroom at the midway or turnaround point. There are some benches throughout, but you may want to bring something to sit on if you need it. Pets Service dogs are always welcome. The majority of the park is off-leash friendly, so pets who are comfortable in group settings may attend. Cost There is no fee to attend. Masks Required and Scent-free We practice Covid and illness transmission safety at all of our events. We ask everyone to wear a mask unless your disability prevents it, or when you need a break. Please distance from those who do wear a mask when you are not. We also ask that you not wear perfume and other artificial or natural scents to protect community members who are scent-reactive. Parking There is a large paved parking lot at the north end of the park with at least seven ADA accessible parking spots. The parking area on the south end is gravel and not accessible. Transportation Public transit is available. The nearest stop is 0.3 mile from the park. Interpreters ASL, Spanish, and other languages interpreters are available on request; please allow 2 weeks to coordinate. If you have a preferred interpreter, please include their contact information when you register! Other things to keep in mind: Please read the hike description. Trails are chosen to be as enjoyable as possible for the most folks, but only you can decide if a hike is appropriate for you. Please do not offer anyone advice or assistance without asking first. If you have questions at any time, please ask. We’re here for you! About Disabled Hikers Disabled Hikers is a queer disabled-led and disability-centered organization grounded in principles of disability justice. We celebrate Disabled people’s experiences, facilitate those experiences with resources and events, and challenge the dominant narrative of who and what kinds of experiences are considered valid in the outdoors. We welcome anyone who is disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent, or otherwise has lived experience of disability – we define these terms in the broadest way possible. We also welcome supportive friends and family. The group hikes together; we adapt the hike to match the needs of everyone present, rest when needed, and make decisions about when to turn back as a group. All of our events include a moment to honor the land and Indigenous peoples and group introductions. There is never any pressure to share anything. Sign up here to participate! See more details PFLAG Education & Support Meeting PFLAG Education & Support Meeting May 17, 2025 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Please join us for a PFLAG Salem monthly support group meeting. We offer education and support at each meeting. Meetings are held on the third Saturday of even months (February, April, May, June, August, October) at 1:00pm at the First Congregational Church, located at 700 Marion St N, Salem, OR. Spread the word, bring your friends! See more details Salem Munch (21+) Salem Munch (21+) May 17, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Located in the banquet room of Southside Speakeasy! Doors at 6pm, class starts promptly at 7. Come early for a nosh & some conversation! We are a sex-positive & kink-centric group of folx who meet bi-monthly over our love of authentic, healthy sexuality while building connections in our community! We are a queer, trans/gender non-conforming, & BIPOC-friendly munch. The Tuesday Munch meets every second Tuesday; The Saturday Munch meets every third Saturday. The space is stair free with plentiful parking. The Salem Munch also offers a library of sex-positive & kink-centric books available for community members to borrow. Education is our kink & we’re here to help spread it! See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 17, 2025 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week. Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details Calienté XL Productions Drag Show Calienté XL Productions Drag Show May 17, 2025 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA See more details • • • • •
18 May 18th Pride Hike May 18th Pride Hike May 18, 2025 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Champoeg State Park Visitor Center, St Paul, OR 97137, USA Our second hike of the month will be on Sunday, May 18th at Champoeg State Heritage Area. We will be meeting at 10:00am at the Champoeg Visitor Center. There is a $10 parking fee (no fee with annual parks pass) with no pets allowed. Consider carpooling The hike will be 8 miles out and back with 300 feet of elevation gain. At the midpoint, we will take a break at the historic Butteville store with delicious treats. The trail will have sections of paved and unpaved trail. Some sections may be muddy depending on the weather. Please keep an eye on the weather and come prepared. We will send weather and trail information out to people who sign up as we get closer to the event. As always we will have some water bottles, backpacks, and trekking poles available for those who want them. If you would like a ride, please participate in one of the carpools. Also, please consider taking a carpool regardless so we can limit the number of vehicles we are bringing with us. Sign up here to participate! See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 18, 2025 10:15 am – 11:15 am Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week. Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details Make Sum Noiz Make Sum Noiz May 18, 2025 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Free musical playground for all ages and abilities. Try various instruments, build your own, or bring projects. Great for families! 11AM-4PM at Radness Ensues. More info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/14/make-sum-noiz-sundays/ See more details Video Game Night Video Game Night May 18, 2025 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Come play video games with other queer people! Stream your game, play something together, or just check out what others are playing and hang out. Every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month starting at 7pm in the Gaming voice channel! Join Capital Pride’s Discord here: https://discord.gg/rrwKNzqVN5 See more details • • • •	19	20 ISCWE General Membership Meeting (open to everyone) ISCWE General Membership Meeting (open to everyone) May 20, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA See more details Queer Movie Night: But I’m A Cheerleader Queer Movie Night: But I’m A Cheerleader May 20, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:40 pm Salem Cinema, 1127 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97302, USA We’re hosting a one-night-only screening of But I’m A Cheerleader (1999) at Salem Cinema on Tuesday, May 20th at 7pm. Come enjoy a queer movie while raising funds for a queer non-profit at this Salem Cinema Reel Change for Our Community Benefit for Salem Capital Pride! 50% of ticket sales go directly to Salem Capital Pride Ticket Prices: $15 if purchased in advance $18 on the day of the screening Get your tickets now! See more details • •	21 Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC May 21, 2025 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA Queer Men’s Club Every Wed 5-6pm In the Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) Community Room at Willamette University Games, activities, and more! Free & confidential People of all identities are welcome See more details Queer and Trans Game Night Queer and Trans Game Night May 21, 2025 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Wild Things Games, 241 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA See more details Peer-Led Grief Group Peer-Led Grief Group May 21, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA For all forms of grief. We read “Unf*ck Your Grief”, journal, and share. In-person at Radness Ensues or register for Zoom link. Books available if needed. More info at the link: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/16/finding-support-and-understanding-peer-led-grief-group-at-radness-ensues/ See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 21, 2025 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week. Wednesdays, 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details • • • •	22 PFLAG Parent Support Meeting PFLAG Parent Support Meeting May 22, 2025 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Broadway Coffeehouse, 1300 Broadway St NE #100, Salem, OR 97301, USA This support group is for parents, grandparents, and others who are looking for more information about how to support their LGBTQ+ loved ones. We host this group at the same time (but a different location) as Rainbow Youth on the 4th Thursday of the month. We will be there starting at 6:00 pm, but will not begin the support group until 6:30 pm so caregivers can drop off kids at Rainbow Youth. See more details Salem Youth Group Meeting (Rainbow Youth) Salem Youth Group Meeting (Rainbow Youth) May 22, 2025 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 1320 Capitol St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Meetings are for all middle- and high-school-aged youth, 18 and under. Join us for check-in, snacks, discussions, workshops, games, arts and crafts, help with homework, and chill time! See more details Youth First! Open Mic Youth First! Open Mic May 22, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Showcase your talent! Priority for performers 20 and under. Music, poetry, comedy, and more welcome. Free – All ages can attend. Sign-ups at 5PM, performances 6-9PM. Check here for more info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/13/open-mic-every-thursday-night/ See more details • • •	23 Pridefit HIIT Class Pridefit HIIT Class May 23, 2025 9:00 am – 10:00 am Catalyst Community Fitness, 2449 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Capital Pride and Catalyst Community Fitness are excited to offer a High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for just $5 per session. HIIT involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with brief recovery periods, providing an efficient workout that boosts cardiovascular fitness and burns calories. This class welcomes participants of all fitness levels, from those new to exercise to seasoned athletes. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for sweating and comfortable shoes. Join us to engage with a like-minded community and achieve your fitness goals together. See more details Gender Time Gender Time May 23, 2025 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA The Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) is located in the Montag Loft on Willamette University’s Salem campus. Join the GRAC every Friday from 1:30-2:30pm for a supportive space for discussing, celebrating and exploring gender identity. See more details Southside Speakeasy Pride Launch Block Party Southside Speakeasy Pride Launch Block Party May 23, 2025 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA PRIDE LAUNCH BLOCK PARTY Memorial Day Weekend 23-26 May 2025 at Southside Speakeasy FRIDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-8pm $3 cover: Disco Rap Dance Party with DJ Rosi at 8pm Leather & Lace Drag Show at 10pm SATURDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-7pm $10 cover: Caliente XL Productions presents This’n’That at 8:30pm Queer Anthem Dance Party with DJ Chris at 10pm SUNDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-8pm $3 cover: Italian Disco with DJ Error 404 at 9pm See more details • • •	24 Queer Craft Meetup Queer Craft Meetup May 24, 2025 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Every 4th Saturday of the month from 10am – 12pm, Capital Pride is hosting a Queer Craft Meetup! Bring your own supplies and craft with company, while making new friends. Meet in the downstairs common area of the Salem Public Library. See more details Southside Speakeasy Pride Launch Block Party Southside Speakeasy Pride Launch Block Party May 24, 2025 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA PRIDE LAUNCH BLOCK PARTY Memorial Day Weekend 23-26 May 2025 at Southside Speakeasy FRIDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-8pm $3 cover: Disco Rap Dance Party with DJ Rosi at 8pm Leather & Lace Drag Show at 10pm SATURDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-7pm $10 cover: Caliente XL Productions presents This’n’That at 8:30pm Queer Anthem Dance Party with DJ Chris at 10pm SUNDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-8pm $3 cover: Italian Disco with DJ Error 404 at 9pm See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 24, 2025 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week. Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details • • •
25 Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 25, 2025 10:15 am – 11:15 am Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week. Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details Make Sum Noiz Make Sum Noiz May 25, 2025 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Free musical playground for all ages and abilities. Try various instruments, build your own, or bring projects. Great for families! 11AM-4PM at Radness Ensues. More info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/14/make-sum-noiz-sundays/ See more details May Potluck in the Park May Potluck in the Park May 25, 2025 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Bush’s Pasture Park, 890 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Join us on Sunday May 25th in Bush Pasture Park (near Lower Leffelle Picnic Area) from 12 to 3pm to enjoy a meal and make some friends! Capital Pride will provide the main dish as well as some drinks. We encourage folks to bring a side dish to share and label it with ingredients (especially common allergens), but bringing a dish is not required. See you at the park! See more details Queer Board Game Meetup Queer Board Game Meetup May 25, 2025 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Let’s play some board games! Capital Pride is starting a Queer Board Game Meetup on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month, from 3 to 6 pm. At least one snack will be provided, but feel free to bring your own, as well as any games you’d like to play. Register for the address here: https://forms.gle/bd9Qqn7vY9cKoznU7 See more details Southside Speakeasy Pride Launch Block Party Southside Speakeasy Pride Launch Block Party May 25, 2025 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA PRIDE LAUNCH BLOCK PARTY Memorial Day Weekend 23-26 May 2025 at Southside Speakeasy FRIDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-8pm $3 cover: Disco Rap Dance Party with DJ Rosi at 8pm Leather & Lace Drag Show at 10pm SATURDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-7pm $10 cover: Caliente XL Productions presents This’n’That at 8:30pm Queer Anthem Dance Party with DJ Chris at 10pm SUNDAY Free entry: Queer Market featuring local LGBTQIA2S+ crafters and artists from 4-8pm $3 cover: Italian Disco with DJ Error 404 at 9pm See more details • • • • •	26 Nonbinary Support Group Nonbinary Support Group May 26, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Message the Mid Willamette Trans Support Network for the Zoom information here: https://www.facebook.com/events/695742799273076/695742809273075/ See more details •	27 PRIDE Coffee Club for Startups & Entrepreneurs PRIDE Coffee Club for Startups & Entrepreneurs May 27, 2025 9:30 am – 10:30 am 465 Division St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Celebrate diversity at our monthly PRIDE Coffee Club for Startups and Entrepreneurs! Join us for a welcoming morning of peer-to-peer networking, resource sharing, and community support as we empower LGBTQIA+ startups and entrepreneurs here in Salem – sponsored by The DOT (MAPS Credit Union) and Where to Eat Guide. Let’s elevate each other and make waves in business! Key Highlights: Networking Opportunities: Connect with other entrepreneurs and build valuable relationships within the community. Resource Sharing: Discover essential tools and resources to support your startup journey. Peer-to-Peer Support: Learn from the experiences of fellow entrepreneurs and receive guidance on common challenges. Inclusive Environment: Celebrate diversity and foster a welcoming atmosphere for all. Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1057244529849?aff=oddtdtcreator See more details •	28 Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC Queer Men’s Club at the GRAC May 28, 2025 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA Queer Men’s Club Every Wed 5-6pm In the Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) Community Room at Willamette University Games, activities, and more! Free & confidential People of all identities are welcome See more details Salem Human Rights Commission’s LGBTQIA+ Rights Committee Meeting Salem Human Rights Commission’s LGBTQIA+ Rights Committee Meeting May 28, 2025 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm 555 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA The Salem Human Rights Commission’s LGBTQIA+ Rights Committee is looking for passionate individuals to join us in advocating for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and equity in Salem. Since 2017, we’ve worked to address issues impacting the LGBTQIA+ community, including helping develop a transgender interaction training video for law enforcement and supporting ongoing inclusion efforts for municipal agencies. We also provide guidance to the Human Rights Commission and host the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. The committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m in Room 220 of City Hall. Let’s work together to make Salem a more inclusive and welcoming place for all. Click here for more info! See more details TransMasculine Support Group TransMasculine Support Group May 28, 2025 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Message the Mid Willamette Trans Support Network for the Zoom information here: https://www.facebook.com/events/335262768851992/335262778851991/ See more details Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 28, 2025 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week. Wednesdays, 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Click here for more information See more details • • • •	29 Youth First! Open Mic Youth First! Open Mic May 29, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA Showcase your talent! Priority for performers 20 and under. Music, poetry, comedy, and more welcome. Free – All ages can attend. Sign-ups at 5PM, performances 6-9PM. Check here for more info: https://www.radnessensues.org/2024/08/13/open-mic-every-thursday-night/ See more details •	30 Pridefit HIIT Class Pridefit HIIT Class May 30, 2025 9:00 am – 10:00 am Catalyst Community Fitness, 2449 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA Capital Pride and Catalyst Community Fitness are excited to offer a High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for just $5 per session. HIIT involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with brief recovery periods, providing an efficient workout that boosts cardiovascular fitness and burns calories. This class welcomes participants of all fitness levels, from those new to exercise to seasoned athletes. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for sweating and comfortable shoes. Join us to engage with a like-minded community and achieve your fitness goals together. See more details Gender Time Gender Time May 30, 2025 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Willamette University, 900 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA The Gender Resource and Advocacy Center (GRAC) is located in the Montag Loft on Willamette University’s Salem campus. Join the GRAC every Friday from 1:30-2:30pm for a supportive space for discussing, celebrating and exploring gender identity. See more details • •	31 Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting with OMD May 31, 2025 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week. Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm In-person LGBTQ Lesbian Non-Binary Open Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. 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