September 26, 2025

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International Peace Day celebration in Ashland on Sunday also marks 10th Anniversary of the Ashland Culture Of Peace Commission

Events Sunday in Ashland and Friday in Phoenix mark the International Day of Peace and the closing of a “Week of Peace.” Sunday’s event at the Thalden Pavilion marking the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Ashland Culture of Peace Commission (ACPC) features Southern Oregon University President Rick Bailey as keynote speaker and music by the Ashland Peace Choir, all by the world’s only solar-powered World Peace Flame, a living symbol of unity, hope and environmental stewardship.

September 19, 2025

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A sculpted life: Local ceramics artist to teach weekend workshop

A longtime Ashland ceramic artist will host a multi-day sculpture workshop Sept. 19-21, at 300 E. Hersey St., Ashland.

September 12, 2025

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Art from the heart: Ashland Culture of Peace Commission brings artists together to envision peace, social change

Local artists talked about their work, what peace means — through sculpture, painting, and poetry at the Langford Art Gallery in Phoenix, during “VISIONARY: Art from the Heart,” part of the Ashland Culture of Peace Commission’s 10th anniversary and observance of the United Nations’ International Day of Peace.

September 10, 2025

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Mural brightens the flavors of OHRA’s kitchen

An Ashland artist was given a chance to paint a special mural, one that might help those who are in need. With a mandate to “engage and possibly lighten the load of the people passing beside it,” muralist Sarah Bernard began what would become a four-month project painting a mural on a dining room wall at the OHRA homeless shelter in Ashland.

September 1, 2025

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First-ever BASE Comedy Jam highlights culture, community with renowned comics

Big-name comedians will perform at the Holly Theatre in Medford on Sept. 5 at the BASE Southern Oregon Comedy inaugural Comedy Jam. The event will raise money for local youth and community initiatives.

August 26, 2025

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Norman Huynh named Britt music director

After a two-year national search, the Britt Music & Arts Festival has named Norman Huynh as Orchestra music director. The acclaimed conductor will begin his three-year term this month.

August 15, 2025

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‘Superhero Bootcamp’ and Silent Disco foster community through dance and interactive play

Lithia Park came alive earlier this month with music, costumes and creativity as Artnow’s Silent Disco challenged participants to channel their inner superheroes.

August 14, 2025

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Local artist heads up free weekly art program — supplies and all

A weekly art-making event in Ashland provides paint, brushes, markers, paper, and a host of other supplies for anyone who wants to get creative.

August 7, 2025

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Talent Art Walk is Friday evening

Local artists and creators will showcase their work from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 25, at the Talent Art Walk.

July 24, 2025

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13 arts and culture groups, including OSF, in line for $8.275 million in funding as legislature’s 2025 session ends

Thirteen arts and culture organizations are in line – pending the governor’s signature – to receive a total of $8.275 million in funding as the Oregon Legislature wrapped up its 2025 session last week. The grants range from $150,000 to Historic Jacksonville to $2 million to the High Desert Museum in Bend. More than a third of a million dollars is set aside for a project at Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland.

July 7, 2025

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