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Recently a member of the Salem-Keizer Baha'i Community submitted a photograph for the Marion County Fair photography exhibition. The photograph was taken while on pilgrimage to the Baha'i World Centre in Haifa, Israel. The image is of the shrine of the Báb, Co-Founder of the Baha'i Faith. Much to everyone's delight, the photograph won two award - a blue ribbon in the Adult/Architecture category and the other in the People's Choice Award for overall excellence. The photograp

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Have a wonderful day exploring cultures of Asia and the Pacific! We wanted to share this opportunity to learn about the beautiful cultures of the Asian American and Pacific Islander students at Western Oregon University and residents of Polk County. The annual celebration this year is on Saturday, May 16, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm in the Main Street Amphitheater Park in Monmouth. Come enjoy the foods, the dancing and the marketplace for crafts. Meet some new friends! Visit t

People seated around a table with heads bowed. Baha’is are frequently asked, “what is a Baha’i worship service?” Our devotional gatherings vary some from community to community but we invite everyone to join us. Our devotional gatherings are organized by members of the community as we do not have clergy. Some gatherings are held in Baha’i centers, some in public spaces or in homes. In Salem-Keizer, we have two different monthly devotionals. Both are a blend of readings, mus

Study circles provide an informal learning environment for studying the Baha'i Writings.

Baha'is and friends gather together to pray in an informal yet respectful atmosphere.

Junior Youth Groups empower young teens to find their voice and build their inner capacities.

Baha’i children’s classes nurture children by helping them develop spiritual qualities.