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Voyagers Village Groundbreaking Ceremony

7 July 2025 – Please join us for the Groundbreaking Ceremony of Voyagers Village! This event is hosted by a partnership between Micronesian Islander Community and the AHA (AAPI Housing Advocates).

We are in Week 6 of our 15-month construction cycle of Voyagers Village. This 45,000 sq. ft. affordable housing project will feature 41 residential units and the first known community space dedicated to the Micronesian community in the Continental US. Designed for families, the development will feature 13 three-bedroom units, 25 two-bedroom units, and 3 one-bedroom units.

We will provide a grab-and-go lunch on site, courtesy of a local caterer. Currently, the site is being grubbed to prepare for foundation work, so please wear appropriate footwear. The parking lot for the bar next door (f/stop Fitzgerald’s Public House) will be available until 2:30PM. Otherwise, there is parking available on Grove Street and nearby streets (see map photo).

WHEN: Monday, July 7th, 11:30AM – 12:30PM
LOCATION: 2200 Commercial Street NE in Salem (view map).

If you have any questions, please contact us via email or phone.

MIC at 2025 World Beat Festival in Salem

27-29 June 2025 – MIC volunteers and staff participated in the annual World Beat Festival held at Riverfront Park in Salem, Oregon. Beginning in 1997, the award-winning event honors Indigenous people and nations of the Americas. It is hosted by the Salem Multicultural Alliance and features musical performances, storytelling, cultural demonstrations and food vendors from around the globe. A heartfelt thank you to those who celebrated with us and we hope to see you next year!

Voyagers Village Groundbreaking Postponed

1 June 2025 – Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are postponing the Voyagers Village groundbreaking event. We will reschedule a new date soon and will let you know as soon as possible.

If you have any questions, please contact us via email or phone.

Last Food Pantry Until Fall 2025

14 June 2025 – Our last food pantry is scheduled for Saturday, June 14th at Chemeketa Community College from 10:30AM to 12:15PM. This is our last scheduled food event until this fall. This event is sponsored in part by Marion Polk Food Share.

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