Now I need to find a new small nail shop here in Keizer. Any suggestions?

What's a good place to meet someone for drinks in Keizer?

I recently saw the Progress Pride flag flying prominently at my child's public school. I believe every student deserves kindness, respect, and to feel welcome. At the same time, seeing it displayed so prominently has left me with mixed emotions.
As a first-generation minority with deep family roots in Mexico, I've noticed that celebrations like Latino Heritage Month—and many other cultural heritage months—often receive far less visibility and recognition. They come and go, while some messages seem to have a much more constant presence.

It makes me wonder how families from different backgrounds feel—Latino, Asian, African, Native, European, and others—when their cultures and histories are recognized only briefly. Do students feel equally seen and valued? Do they feel their heritage matters just as much?

For me, the question isn't whether one group should be supported. It's whether all groups are being celebrated with the same enthusiasm and visibility. A school that values inclusion should strive to ensure every student feels represented.

I'm genuinely curious: Have other parents or students felt this way? How do your children react when their cultural heritage receives limited recognition compared to other forms of representation?

Hi everyone,

I'm a Salem resident researching a potential local service designed to help busy, overwhelmed, and exhausted parents manage some of the day-to-day challenges of family life.

I'm hoping to learn what kinds of support Salem-area families actually need before moving forward.

If you're a parent (or caregiver) in Salem, Keizer, or the surrounding area, I'd greatly appreciate 2 minutes of your time to complete this survey:

https://forms.gle/LhaLVKX3WW1sopVj6

The survey asks about things like:

• Child transportation needs
• Household help and errands
• Parent relief and short-term childcare support
• Postpartum and new-parent assistance
• Family scheduling and coordination

This is strictly for research purposes right now. I'm trying to better understand what local families need most and whether a service like this would be valuable in our community.

Thank you so much for your feedback and for helping shape a resource that could support Salem families.

Survey Link:
https://forms.gle/LhaLVKX3WW1sopVj6

As a final thought, in the comments perhaps, what's the one thing that would make parenting easier for you right now?

Thank you so much for your time and input!

I've been seeing questions pop up on r/Salem about Pokemon Cards - so I wanted to share a new opportunity in Keizer! As of a couple weeks ago Treasure Trove Games attained Play! Pokemon status. Myself and a friend are running the league there, and it is every Wednesday from 5-8pm.

Pokemon Leagues are a great place to get started with the game, whether there is interest in the card game, video game, or Pokemon Go. Folks bring binders to trade, decks to run games, and phones to spin pokestops and hit raids. It is a small group so far but we're hoping to grow it. You can find out more about league and other Play! Pokemon events through Pokemon's event locator here: https://events.pokemon.com/EventLocator/

League members also get access to community binders filled with playables for deck building, and I try to make it fun offering things like raffle prizes when a lot of people come. Sometimes you'll be able to snag some packs to rip just for showing up! If you have any questions you're welcome to DM me, or contact the store directly.

Flyer is a canva template using art a friend made for me! No AI for this flyer.

The Wilco Farm Store in Keizer is now OPEN. Stop in and check out the large selection of power tools, animal and pet care items, clothing and footwear, and lots of plants.

The same great staff from the previous store moved forward with Wilco and are ready to help you get what you need for your projects.

We're starting to come up on some nice weather soon, I'm sure. What's the best way people have found in Keizer to locate yard/garage sales?

Does anyone know of a place in Keizer where you can just walk in with your cat and get their claws trimmed?

TIA

Would ppl like a traveling barber? Reasonably priced. Would ppl be interested? Taking a census Really thinking if it's needed,if some of you really need a consistent monthly barber? If this gains enough interest I will really consider staring one....also I hate the rate of what barbers charge now days. If your looking for a normal cut that doesn't take 45 min and is great quality, great conversations,respectful,efficient and drives to your location? let me know what you think in the comments. I would consider doing it subscription based like a gym/costco membership. One fee no tip once a month and you have access to me whether you use my service or not. And of course it would be a responsibility low rate due to a membership base. Willing to travel to Eugene/rosburg/albany/salem/keizer/woodburn/wilsonville/tualatin/tigard. I don't mind the travel. Please share of you read and love my idea thanks for your time🙏

Hi there! I'm Oakley. I'm a hardworking individual seeking hard, honest work opportunities. And I'm excited to assist you and hopefully take some weight off of your shoulders! Thank you for your time and this opportunity! Have a great day!

With the kindest regards, Oakley Emerson (Ash)

Hello keizer! I’ve been noticing posts that people post in regard to needing a plumber but don’t want to pay the costs that come with a big shop. So I’m here to tell you , you don’t NEED to fret about paying a big shop. I’m a local independent plumber employed by PDX based shop but I also do my own work as well. I don’t have all of the overhead charges that come with a company so I can offer free estimates and very competitive pricing…Do you or anyone you know need a plumber?