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ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland



Get ready to Take Action with the Better Prepared Wildfire Series! Session 1: Wildfire Preparedness
Carpenter Hall, Ashland 44 S. Pioneer St, Ashland

“The Fifth of November” A Dystopian Future History Sci-Fi Thriller with author Glenn Hill
Bloomsbury Books 290 E. Main St., Ashland









ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland



Bellview School Open House for Prospective Families
Bellview Elementary School 1070 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland









ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland







Social Forestry Presentation by author Tomi Hazel Vaarde
Northwest Nature Shop 154 Oak St., Ashland












ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland

Free Quilt Program: Maryum’s Yellow Rose
Rogue Valley Genealogy Library 3405 S. Pacific Hwy, Medford,OR

City of Ashland Housing and Human Services Committee meeting
Community Development building 51 Winburn Way, Ashland





Turn it Up| Lathe Techniques (Bottle Opener)
Talent Maker City - new building 100 W. Valley View Road, Talent









ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland




















ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland



AJ Lee and Blue Summit presented by the Ashland Folk Collective
Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 Fourth Street, Ashland


Improv Alchemy Presents: “License to Improvise” an entirely improvised spy mission
Ashland Bellview Grange 1050 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland



Calm Abiding Sunday – Meditation & Teaching with Lama Pema
Kagyu Sukha Choling 109 Clear Creek Drive, Ashland

Native Plant Sale for the Pollinators! – Spring 2025
Pollination Place 312 N. Main St., Phoenix




Sunday Service: The Great Cycle
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR











ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
ART on FIRST 20 South First Street, Ashland



Celebration of Life Service for Bill Thorndike, Jr.
SOU Music Recital Hall 450 S Mountain Ave, Ashland

The Crest at Willow-Witt Ranch Garden Volunteer Day!
658 Shale City RD, Ashland, OR 658 Shale City Rd, Ashland, OR


Improv Alchemy Presents: “License to Improvise” an entirely improvised spy mission
Ashland Bellview Grange 1050 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland

Week of Events
Higher Essence Yoga
Yoga Classes for Beginners and 50+. Stretching, breathwork and flexibility Monday and Thursday, 9:00 to 10:00 am at Hidden Springs Wellness Center, 1651 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland Contact: [email protected]
Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
Tai Chi is a moving meditation that strengthens bones and muscles, improves balance and increases flexibility. Qi Gong, the movement of energy through the body, is also incorporated. Pre-registration required: ashland.or.us/register or 541.488.5342.
Gentle Yoga for Older Adults
The focus of this one-hour hatha yoga class is to increase strength, flexibility and balance while simultaneously alleviating stress and fatigue. Additional benefits of regular yoga practice include an overall sense of well-being and an increase in self-awareness and self-acceptance. Participants must be aware of their own capabilities in order to participate safely. Ability to
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Line dancing for older adults
Get active through dance! Line Dance is a choreographed dance in which participants line up in rows and follow a repeated sequence of steps to music. It is a great way to keep your brain on its toes! Line dancing enhances balance, provides fitness and strength and improves mental acuity through complex movement. No partner
Get ready to Take Action with the Better Prepared Wildfire Series! Session 1: Wildfire Preparedness
It’s more important than ever to be proactive and prepared when it comes to wildfire. We're excited to present the Better Prepared Wildfire Series, a unique opportunity to gain the skills and strategies to safeguard your home, loved ones and the community. Let’s get prepared, Ashland! We are better together. Join us this spring and
“The Fifth of November” A Dystopian Future History Sci-Fi Thriller with author Glenn Hill
In the sprawling, neon-lit dystopia of San Neo City, the iron grip of Ion Murk’s United American Empire is unyielding. His greatest weapon, The Everlasting Pulse, controls everything—behavior, thought, and even memory. Resistance is futile, and freedom is a forgotten dream for most. But for Violet and León, two young adults from very different backgrounds,
German Interest Group
The German Interest Group meets regularly on fourth Tuesdays. It is a hybrid meeting meeting, in person at the library and online using Zoom. The emphasis will be on tools and tips for finding and researching German ancestors and also for Germans trying to find relatives who emigrated. In some months, the first part of
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Celebrate Earth Day: A
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the historic part of Ashland will come alive with music, food, and community spirit at the Earth Day "A" Street Block Party, held from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This lively outdoor celebration organized by Wild Thyme Productions invites locals and visitors alike to get outside, connect, support small businesses,
Bellview School Open House for Prospective Families
Attention prospective K-5 parents! Please join Principal McCollom in the Bellview library from 6-7 PM on April 22nd to find out more about Bellview School and how to enroll your student! Bellview School is located at 1070 Tolman Creek Rd. in Ashland.
Wednesday Open Meditation
Each Wednesday from noon to 1:00 pm, the KSC Sanctuary will be open to all for meditation. We invite you to come and meditate quietly in your own way.
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Brazilian spiritual healing
Sitting in a relaxed state for 50 minutes and allowing the energies to assist a person.
Amani Yoga – Yoga for Every Body
Yoga for Every Body is a great practice for levels of experience focusing on physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Participants progress at their own pace promoting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. Register at ashlandoregon.gov/register $72 for a session or $18 per class. Select specific days and times you'd like to join
Amanda Hawkins and Melissa Matthewson read their Poetry
Amanda Hawkins’ first book of poetry, When I Say the Bones I Mean the Bones, was published by Wandering Aengus Press in January 2025. Their work has been nominated for three Pushcart prizes, listed as honorable mention, semi-finalist, and finalist for various contests and awards, and won the Scotti Merrill Award from Key West Literary
Social Forestry Presentation by author Tomi Hazel Vaarde
Social Forestry is a holistic approach to forestry. Most of modern forestry has been extractive and industrial. Author Tomi Hazel Vaarde will discuss what we can learn from the landscape and how we can tend to land and culture at the same time. On Wednesday April 23rd from 7-8 pm at Northwest Nature Shop, Hazel
Higher Essence Yoga
Yoga Classes for Beginners and 50+. Stretching, breathwork and flexibility Monday and Thursday, 9:00 to 10:00 am at Hidden Springs Wellness Center, 1651 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland Contact: [email protected]
Tea Ceremony Ashland
Relax. Rewind. Reset. Enjoy a reflective silent meditation while being served tea. Size limited to 6-8. Offered weekly, alternating weekdays with weekends. 10am. Reserve your seat at www.tranquility-tea.com.
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Free Quilt Program: Maryum’s Yellow Rose
Maryum McKee nurtured yellow rose shoots on the long journey from Missouri to the Rogue Valley in 1853. The Jacksonville Museum Quilters handcrafted a quilt in 1984 that tells the tale of the McKee family, their journey west, and their life in Jackson County and the Applegate Valley. The quilt was gifted to the Rogue
City of Ashland Housing and Human Services Committee meeting
The City of Ashland's monthly Housing and Human Services Committee meeting.
Thursday Evening Calm Abiding Meditaion
This meditation is common to many traditions of Buddhism. In this practice, we rest our attention on a simple meditative support, such as the breath. Instead of following thoughts and emotions as we usually do, we release them and maintain our connection to the support. “From this practice, we can experience a stable and calm
Poetry Reading with Seth Kaplan and Dan Kaufman
A recent emigrant from the Applegate Valley, Seth Kaplan lives in Talent with his wife, Lily, his dog, Shayna, and his cat, Sweet Pea. He has recently published Habitat: Unearthing Home with N8tive Run Press and will be reading from it at Bloomsbury Books. His poetry has appeared in RavensPerch, Tokyo Poetry Journal, Jefferson Journal,
Turn it Up| Lathe Techniques (Bottle Opener)
Come play on the lathe! Turning instructor Morgan Pierce will teach you the basics and safety considerations when turning on the lathe. Whether you are a complete beginner on the lathe or have some experience and want more practice, this is the perfect opportunity to come hang out with other turners and share the joy
The New Nuclear Arms Race
A symposium to inform SOU students and the wider community about the threat posed to humankind by our current intention to replace our nuclear arsenals with new, more deadly weapons systems at the cost of $1.7 trillion tax dollars. Speakers include Kevin Martin, president of Peace Action, the nation's largest grassroots peace organization, and Maria
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Talent Art Walk
Talent Art Walk features local arts, music, food, and wine. Come and join us! Walk around town enjoying art and culture! Or take your bike. Talent Art Walk is a citywide event held quarterly. Spring flowers may lie your path from one location to the next. Look for flyers and Talent Art Walk signs at
Strength and Balance for Active Agers
This small group personal training program is designed for groups of 8-10, offering the benefits of personal training in a group setting. All fitness levels welcome, though you will need to be able to get up and down from the floor without assistance. A combination of weight training, balance exercises and some cardio with functional
Monthly Foster Dog Adoption Event
Join the FOTAS Foster Team the last Saturday of every month for a Fantastic Foster Dog extravaganza! Thanks to Rogue Valley Pet in Central Point, we are able to showcase our foster dogs the last Saturday of month, 10am-2pm. It’s an open house where you can meet and greet with some very special dogs….all lovingly
Lithia Artisans Market
The Lithia Artisans Market is back for the 2025 season, held 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from March 29 through September. Catch us for a "soft" opening on Winburn Way across from the park entrance. We may have one or two booths near Mix Bakeshop next to the bridge. Whether you join
Central Point Woodcarvers
The Central Point Woodcarvers carving group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at the Central Point Senior Resource Center, 123 N. Second St., Central Point. There is a fee of $10 per month, or $55 a year if paid annually. We teach and share ideas for beginners, novices, and intermediate woodcarvers. The various
Rogue Valley Bike Swap
The 33rd annual Rogue Valley Bike Swap will be held noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at The Grove, 1195 E. Main St., Ashland. Admission to the swap is free! Buy, sell, or donate a bike, parts, or accessories at this festive and long-running annual event. Register your bike with the Ashland Police Department,
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Warren Haynes Band MILLION VOICES WHISPER TOUR
Visionary GRAMMY Award-winning artist Warren Haynes is a cornerstone of the American music landscape, lauded as one of the most formidable guitarists and vocalists of the modern era and a prolific songwriter and producer. He effortlessly cross-pollinates genres and unfurls solos that broil with passion in his distinctive, signature style. Throughout his prolific career as
AJ Lee and Blue Summit presented by the Ashland Folk Collective
Doors 6:00pm | Show 7:00-10:00pm $30 online $35 at the door AJ Lee & Blue Summit AJ Lee & Blue Summit are an award-winning energetic, charming, and technically jaw-dropping band quickly rising on the national roots music scene. Based in Santa Cruz, California, the group met as teenagers, picking and jamming together as kids at
Improv Alchemy Presents: “License to Improvise” an entirely improvised spy mission
Improv Alchemy presents: “License to Improvise”, an entirely improvised spy mission performance. Inspired by the Get Smart TV series and the James Bond movies, Improv Alchemy will deliver a full-length improvised spy story complete with espionage, covert operations, danger, sexual intrigue, deception and humor. Allow yourself to be lured into the dark and dangerous world
Pigs on the Wing: Echoes of Pink Floyd tour
Pigs on the Wing’s 2024-2025 tour, “Echoes of Pink Floyd”, is a second act to the band’s previous year’s tour. As before, the Echoes of Pink Floyd tour will feature a new selection of the very best of classic-era Pink Floyd cuts organized into 2 distinct sets. Rather than performing a single album from start
Calm Abiding Sunday – Meditation & Teaching with Lama Pema
Join Lama Pema for a guided Calm Abiding Meditation, followed by a tea break and teaching. All are welcome. One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am. In this practice, we rest our attention on a simple meditative support, such as the breath. Instead of following thoughts and emotions as we usually do, we
Native Plant Sale for the Pollinators! – Spring 2025
Join us for our annual Spring Native Plant Sale for the Pollinators! Keep up to date on our website here: https://www.pollinatorprojectroguevalley.org/event-details/native-plant-sale-for-the-pollinators-spring-2025. Location: Parking lot behind The Pollination Place, 312 N. Main St., Phoenix (corner of 4th St.)(behind the Oregon Cheese Cave) Find lots of native plants from Pollinator Project Rogue Valley and returning vendors Klamath
Lithia Artisans Market
The Lithia Artisans Market is back for the 2025 season, held 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from March 29 through September. Catch us for a "soft" opening on Winburn Way across from the park entrance. We may have one or two booths near Mix Bakeshop next to the bridge. Whether you join
Sunday Service: The Great Cycle
We experience so many things in cycles. The seasons, the weeks, the days and nights, the tides...We talk about the life cycle of insects and animals and sometimes even about human beings. What if death is just a part of the Great Cycle of being? What happens if we get curious about death as fulfillment?
South Mountain Friends Meeting
South Mountain Friends Meeting meeting for worship held 11 a.m. Sundays at 543 S. Mountain Avenue, Ashland. All are welcome. Activities for children provided. With any questions, call David Runkel at 541-210-0031 or email at [email protected]
SunFolk Dancing at The Grange
Eastern European folk dancing to live music! No experience necessary. No partners needed. Sundays at Bellview Grange. 1050 Tolman Creek Rd. Ashland, OR 97520
ART ON FIRST: An Artful Life, Solo Exhibition John Palombo
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to
Shakespeare’s Birthday Party
Celebrate William Shakespeare's 460th birthday at the Ashland Library! This free, all-ages event will include crafts for all ages, live music, an improv workshop for kids, a talk from OSF staff, and of course, cake! 12:30-1:30pm: Renaissance Recorder Concert 12:30-1:30pm: Spontaneous Shakespeare Improv for ages 9-12. Register in advance! 1:30-3:30pm: Shakespeare-inspired crafts for all ages
Celebration of Life Service for Bill Thorndike, Jr.
Southern Oregon University will host a public gathering and celebration of the life of William Downie (Bill) Thorndike, Jr. – a prominent statewide civic servant, the university’s first board chair and recipient of SOU’s highest honor – on Sunday, April 27. Those who attend the event, at 1:30 p.m. in the SOU Music Recital Hall,
The Crest at Willow-Witt Ranch Garden Volunteer Day!
Join us on Sunday, April 27th from 2–4 PM at Willow-Witt Ranch as we kick off the growing season! We’ll be getting our hands in the soil, prepping the Crest garden beds, and planting for a summer full of programs, harvests, and produce for our summer campers! Come lend a hand and be part of
Improv Alchemy Presents: “License to Improvise” an entirely improvised spy mission
Improv Alchemy presents: “License to Improvise”, an entirely improvised spy mission performance. Inspired by the Get Smart TV series and the James Bond movies, Improv Alchemy will deliver a full-length improvised spy story complete with espionage, covert operations, danger, sexual intrigue, deception and humor. Allow yourself to be lured into the dark and dangerous world
Celtic Evensong and Holy Communion
A candlelight service using sacred music to provide a meditative worship experience. It is a service steeped in tradition. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., music begins at 6:30 p.m. and service starts at 7 p.m. All are welcome! Jodi French composes and plays meditative Celtic music and Cantors sing for the Evensong Service. The service
