things to do: Salem Oregon's Riverfront Park - 07/15/08 12:49 PM
It was hot, really hot this weekend.
Our summers in the valley are normally quite moderate, but we seem to get one week every July that hits the 90's and 100's. This past weekend was no exception.
My kids wanted to go to the Riverfront Park here … (6 comments)
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things to do: The Rain Myth of the Pacific Northwest - 04/16/08 11:01 PM
As I was taking pictures of tulips the other day at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival, it got me thinking about the perception that it rains all of the time in Oregon. So I did a little research and according to WeatherBill
The 10 rainiest cities in the U.S. by amount of … (13 comments)
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things to do: Salem Oregon's Capitol Mall - 03/31/08 03:56 PM
"Doesn't it rain in Oregon, like 365 days a year? Someone told me you guys only get 30 days of sun a year."
I hear this constantly from people looking to relocate to Salem, Oregon. Concerned about the massive downpour of rain that they think we get here, they don't think they can … (5 comments)
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things to do: It's Time for the Tulip Festival in Woodburn Oregon - 03/24/08 09:57 PM
It's always a sign of spring here in the Willamette Valley when the Wooden Shoe holds the annual tulip festival. The festival started on March 20th, and runs through April 20th with over 170 varieties of tulips to see. After 23 years, the tulip festival always reminds me of why our … (4 comments)
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things to do: The Dog lover's guide to Salem Oregon parks - 01/13/08 01:56 PM
There are a lot of dog owners in Salem Oregon, myself being one of them. I decided to write a brief blog for those other dog lovers out there, who might be relocating to Salem or are new and maybe not sure of what is out there.
Dogs are allowed in all … (0 comments)
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things to do: Parents, please don't let your kids jump on the table... - 12/23/07 08:06 PM
What? Okay let me back up a little bit. It is pouring rain here in Oregon today and NASTY out, so I decided to take my kids (7 and 5) to the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry today in Portland.I fully intended to write this blog about how great OMSI … (1 comments)
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things to do: Fun at the Patch - 10/04/07 06:03 PM
Well October has started and with it, one of my favorite times of year.
Fall brings beautiful colors here in Salem Oregon and along with it my favorite pumpkin patch has it's annual harvest festival.
Bauman Farms has an amazing place that is wonderful for families with children of any age as well … (1 comments)
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things to do: Final Days of the Fair - 08/31/07 07:16 PM
Oregon State Fair
If you haven't had a chance and you are visiting Salem, head over to the fair. Catch a few rides, or listen to Daughtry sing. There is something for everyone.
One of the great things about Salem is that it is the capitol of the state. Having the fair locally … (0 comments)
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things to do: Family Fun in Salem Oregon - 08/29/07 05:46 PM
Salem Oregon has many acitivites for families wanting to get out of the house.
For Younger Children
The most well known is probably the A.C. Gilbert Discovery Willage. Located downtown on the riverfront, the Gilbert House, has many fun activities for children including the Bubble Room, LaBALLatory, and the outside play structure. … (0 comments)
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things to do: Wine Country-A toast to you - 08/27/07 05:30 PM
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