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SUMMARY:OLLI ABROAD! Tickets on sale starting October 16
DESCRIPTION:The OLLI Players are back and you won’t want to miss the fun. This fast-paced\, lively musical\, directed by Cheryl Goodman-Morris and written by Jack Seybold\, will warm your heart and set your toes to tapping. \nThe 90-minute show sets sail with intrepid OLLI cast members boarding the S.S. Socrates to take classes and broaden their horizons. What follows is a bit of everything — shipboard entertainment\, a double love story\, and intrigue\, as nefarious billionaire Ronald Bedminster plots a hostile takeover of OLLI. Fortunately\, the day is saved and no one\, including OLLI\, is lost at sea! \nTickets go on sale October 16 for this OLLI fundraiser. Check out the website https://sou.edu/olli-abroad for ticket purchasing and more information. \nPERFORMANCES \nThere will be five performances \, November 1-5\, at Ashland’s Bellview Grange\, 1050 Tolman Creek Road\, Ashland. Free parking is available. \n• Wednesday\, November 1\, and Friday\, November 3. 6 p.m. General Admission $35. Enjoy something sweet and talk with the cast following the show. \n• Thursday\, November 2\, and Saturday\, November 4. 6 p.m. The pre-cruise party with fine wine and finger foods hosted by the ship’s Captain Kirk and cruise director Hannah Funsky begins at 5 p.m. General Admission $50. Enjoy something sweet and conversation with the cast following the show. \n• Sunday matinee\, November 5. 2 p.m. PST. Following the show\, join the cast with the closing celebration party with wine\, finger foods\, and cake. General Admission $50. \nRAFFLE PRIZES FOR EVERY SHOW\nTwo raffle tickets are drawn after every show. You must be present to win. Tickets $5.\n• “Just for the Fun of It”: A terrific gift basket packed with gift certificates from the Valley’s finest theatres\, wineries\, restaurants\, merchants\, plus bottles of wine from local vineyards. Value: $500.\n• “OLLI’S Got Talent”: Imagine an hour with an OLLI member who has expertise in something that interests you. The winner selects one name from a list of professionals and enthusiasts in the arts and crafts\, theatre\, film\, photography\, music\, winemaking\, woodworking\, writing\, horticulture\, health-related fields\, and more. Watch for names coming soon. Value: Priceless. \nOLLI ABROAD! is a wonderful evening of theater\, food\, and community\, and a great way to support OLLI. We hope you join us for the fun!
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/olli-abroad-tickets-on-sale-starting-october-16/
LOCATION:Ashland Bellview Grange\, 1050 Tolman Creek Road\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Music,Performance,Theater
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SUMMARY:Get acquainted! Unitarian Universalist oRIENTATION OCT. 21 SAT.  9-12 (childcare with notice)
DESCRIPTION:Come to orientation at Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday\, Oct. 21. \nRefreshments at 9 a.m. \nCome share your story\, meet the minister and group leads\, hear UU history\, and get to know others like you. It’s OK to come when you can\, but sharing starts about 9 a.m. \nChildcare with notice: email JARO15@me.com
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/get-acquainted-unitarian-universalist-orientation-oct-21-sat-9-12-childcare-with-notice/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street\, Ashland\, 87 4th Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Faith
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (RVUUF)":MAILTO:info@rvuuf.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T120000
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SUMMARY:ANPF Playing with Words Playwriting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Playing with Words Playwriting Workshop will be led by Fall Festival Host Playwright Beth Kander. Participants will have the opportunity to work with Kander and the 2023 Fall Festival presenting playwrights\, and learn what it takes to create a new play. \n10 am to 12 pm 10/21 at OSF’s Hay Patton Rehearsal Center. 200-298 Enders Alley\, Ashland\, OR 97520\nDoors will open at 9:40 am. \nRegister @ashlandnewplays.org \nTickets $10.00. Free to ANPF members.
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/anpf-playing-with-words-playwriting-workshop/
LOCATION:OSF Hay-Patton Rehearsal Center\, 200-298 Enders Alley\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ashland New Plays Festival":MAILTO:marketing@ashlandnewplays.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T170000
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SUMMARY:10th annual Ashland Open Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Ashland Gallery Association will host its 10th annual Open Studio Tour from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 21\, and Sunday\, Oct. 22. \nThis is a fun and unique opportunity for visual artists based in Ashland\, Talent\, and Phoenix to show off their creative realms. Opening their workspaces to the public and revealing some incredible surprises\, these are places that artists love to work\, and even just one visitor’s interest and curiosity can spark stimulation and new ideas. \nFeaturing close to 30 different artists\, visitors will have the opportunity to engage with everything from painting\, to printmaking\, sculpture\, glass blowing\, and more. More than 15 art demonstrations have been scheduled to take place throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. There will also be an “afterparty” where artists and visitors can connect in one central place. \nFor more information\, visit www.ashlandopenstudiotour.com. \nAshland Open Studio Tour takes place at various locations in Ashland\, Talent\, and Phoenix. \n 
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/10th-annual-ashland-open-studio-tour/2023-10-21/
LOCATION:Ashland\, Talent\, and Phoenix\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community event
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SUMMARY:Central Point Woodcarvers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere is a fee of $10 per month\, or $55 a year if paid annually. \nWe teach and share ideas for beginners\, novices\, and intermediate woodcarvers. The various members do several styles of woodcarving. Recommended beginning tool sets are available for purchase. Please call Ron Chappell 541-944-4535 for more information.
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/central-point-woodcarvers/2023-10-21/
LOCATION:Woodcarving\, 123 N St\, Central Point\, OR\, 97502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T170000
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SUMMARY:Mystery Book Sale @ Ashland Public Library
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Ashland Public Library will feature mysteries – from cozies to thrillers – on their used-book sales tables during the Ashland Mystery Festival\, October 20 – 22\, during library hours. \nOnly $1 for each item. Proceeds go to support library programs for children\, teens\, and adults.
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/mystery-book-sale-ashland-public-library/2023-10-21/
LOCATION:Ashland Library\, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T153000
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SUMMARY:ANPF Fall Festival Reading of ASHLAND by Isabel Estelle
DESCRIPTION:ASHLAND\nBy Isabel Estelle\nDirected by Caroline Shaffer \nAfter a young woman is unexpectedly diagnosed with a terminal illness and chooses to pursue Death with Dignity\, she and her new partner must navigate the beginning and end of their relationship simultaneously. Featuring an amazing cast that includes Rachel Lindsey Routh\, Jaz Hall\, Kate Hurster*\, Devin White*\, and Catherine Castellanos*. With stage directions read by Jade Morgan Krische. \nIsabel Estelle (they/them/theirs) is a trans playwright and actor based in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. An Ashland native\, they received a B.A. in theater arts from the University of Minnesota. Isabel’s work primarily centers queer and womens’ stories and aims to explore the overlaps between humor\, grief\, and magic. \nCome be a part of the process as this new work comes to life through the magic of a dramatic reading. Be sure to stay for the talkbacks and share your insights with the artists. \n(* Member of Actors Equity Association.) \nJoin us for the readings:\nThursday 10/19 @7:30\nSaturday 10/21 @1:30\n@SOU Main Stage Theatre 491 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland\, OR 97520
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/anpf-fall-festival-reading-of-ashland-by-isabel-estelle-2/
LOCATION:SOU Main Stage Theatre\, 491 S. Mountain Ave\, Ashland\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ashland New Plays Festival":MAILTO:marketing@ashlandnewplays.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T180000
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SUMMARY:Situational awareness\, nervous system regulation & self defense for all body types
DESCRIPTION:All identifying women and girls ages 11 and up are invited to an upcoming self defense and situational awareness class\, held 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 21 or Saturday\, Oct. 28\, at a “central Ashland location\,” according to a news release. Directions will be given after registering. \nAttendees 11 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult. Two active duties police officers and a nervous system regulation specialist will facilitate this training\, with an emphasis on prevention. \nIt costs $50 per person. Register here: https://keepingallwomensafe.com/october-2023-events
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/situational-awareness-nervous-system-regulation-self-defense-for-all-body-types/2023-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keeping All Women Safe":MAILTO:keepingallwomensafe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T190000
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SUMMARY:Bloomsbury Blends presents Muskadine Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:The Muskadine Blues Band will perform at Bloomsbury Books from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 21\, at Bloomsbury Blends\, 290 E. Main St.\, Ashland. \nThe indoor show has a $10 cover charge. Come early to get a seat! The band packs the house. There will be local wines\, beers\, eats\, and treats.
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/bloomsbury-blends-presents-muskadine-blues-band/
LOCATION:Bloomsbury Books\, 290 E. Main St.\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T220000
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CREATED:20231015T190918Z
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SUMMARY:Contradance - wear your costumes
DESCRIPTION:Contradancing is fun\, easy to learn and great exercise. Wear your Halloween costume (fun\, but optional.) There’s a lesson at 7 p.m. to get you started. NO EXPERIENCE OR PARTNER NECESSARY (gender free.) \nLearn more about contradancing: https://www.contradance.org/dancer-resources \nWatch a cool video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KevQxr-saFw \nSaturday\, October 21 — 7 p.m. lesson; dance 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. with break/snacks; sliding scale of $12 to $20 ($8 for college students with ID) \nFree for high school age & younger \nThe Grove 1195 E Main St No. 2271\, Ashland \nCallers: Becky Nankivell and Kayla Blanchflower \nLive music with The Carrflowers
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/contradance-wear-your-costumes/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 1195 E Main St\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Dance,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Oregon Contra Dance (SOCD)":MAILTO:steves18.musicdance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T213000
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SUMMARY:ANPF Fall Festival Reading of LYONS PRIDE by Bleu Beckford-Burrell
DESCRIPTION:LYONS PRIDE\nBy Bleu Beckford-Burrell\nDirected by Kyle Haden** \nThe Lyons household\, struggling to stay afloat\, doesn’t find itself lacking in pride. A family play\, about living\, love\, identity and overcoming life challenges. The Lyons take you on a journey of not only what it means to be Jamaican and proud\, but also the similarities we have in our families as immigrants in America. The play features an amazing cast that includes Kaci Hamilton\, Omolade Wey*\, Samantha Miller\, Alex Michell\, Shayne C. Powell*\, Antonio Jeffries\, and Leith Burke. Stage direction read by Tim Turner. \nBleu Beckford-Burrell is a first-generation Jamaican-American actor/playwright. Born and raised in New York City\, she works for non-profit organizations where she teaches acting to teens\, directs plays\, and leads playwright workshops for adults. \nCome be a part of the process as this new work comes to life through the magic of a dramatic reading. Be sure to stay for the talkbacks and share your insights with the artists. \n(* Member of Actors Equity Association.)\n(** The director is a member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society\, a national theatrical labor union.) \nJoin us for the readings:\n10/20 @1:30\n10/21 @7:30\n@SOU Main Stage Theatre\, 491 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland\, OR 97520
URL:https://ashlandnews.projectahost.com/event/anpf-fall-festival-reading-of-lyons-pride-by-bleu-beckford-burrell-2/
LOCATION:SOU Main Stage Theatre\, 491 S. Mountain Ave\, Ashland\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Performance,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashland New Plays Festival":MAILTO:marketing@ashlandnewplays.org
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