"Underdone Potato: Michelle Grabner" & "Hello Hello Hello"
2025-07-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-02 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Schneider Museum of Art, 555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The Schneider Museum of Art presents two new exhibitions, “Underdone Potato: Michelle Grabner” and “Hello Hello Hello,” on view through August 9, 2025. Grabner’s solo show features paintings, sculpture, and installation that explore domesticity, labor, and materiality with intricate, everyday-inspired designs. Hello Hello Hello, curated by Grabner, is a group exhibition centered on communication and repetition across diverse media.
Museum Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 4pm
Admission: Free, $5 suggested donation
Closed: Thursday, June 19 and Friday, July 4

Beneficial & Tasty Bugs, for all ages
2025-07-31 14:30 - 15:30 | Medford library, 205 S Central Ave, Medford, 97501
Embrace the wild! Learn how insects benefit people in many ways, even as food.
John Jackson of Bugs-R-Us will serve scientific ​information with a side dish of edible, freeze-dried bugs for volunteers to taste. Free and open to all ages.
The event will take place outside in the covered Adult Garden at the Medford Library. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, however, the event will relocate inside to a meeting room.

Vesper Meadow: A Beaver, a Butterfly, and a Lily
2025-07-31 17:30 - 18:30 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The true story of community-powered land restoration as told by three charismatic creatures.
Prepare to gain some rare insights from some wild yet friendly neighbors of yours! Jeanine Moy of Vesper Meadow will share fantastical but true stories from several years of community organizing for biocultural restoration, and personal anecdotes from growing a close relationship to a special place. You might just want to ask a beaver about his feelings of returning home after 20 years away from the creek he has loved… or find yourself intrigued by a rare local butterfly the size of your fingernail. And for sure you will want to talk to the fields of Camas lilies who have waited patiently for over a century for their tenders to return….
The Vesper Meadow Education Program (VM) mission is to inspire a culture of land stewardship and nature connection. We paint the picture of resilient communities and ecosystems with hands-on programming at our flagship location, the 1000-acre Vesper Meadow Restoration Preserve, where stewards and students work on long-term efforts for ecological restoration, climate resiliency, scientific monitoring of rare species and biodiversity, and community projects for reconnection of the human-land relationship. Programs address our society’s need for holistic thinkers by integrating diverse learning perspectives and practicing solutions-based approaches to address climate change and issues of social justice.
As a naturalist, educator, creative, activist, and backcountry adventurer, Jeanine Moy draws on a diverse background for the Vesper Meadow Education Program. Founding the Vesper Meadow Restoration Preserve and Education Program (in 2018) is the ongoing fulfillment of a vision renewing the understandings of the human-land relationship for mutual restoration.
Jeanine has devoted the last few decades to the study of natural ecosystems and serving as an educator and community organizer. Her range of experiences include managing an agroforestry research and demonstration site in upstate New York, conducting plant field studies in the greater Yellowstone region, guiding rock climbing in Colorado, and teaching outdoor science to youth in Oregon. She graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Applied Ecology, and from Southern Oregon University with a M.S. in Environmental Education.
Living in Southern Oregon the last 15 years, she is at home among other naturalists and enjoys the intricate landscape and biodiversity. She is grateful for experiences such as working at the Klamath Bird Observatory, the Willow Wind Community Education Center, the Northwest Nature Shop, the Klamath-Siskiyou Wildlands Center and founding the Ashland Trail Trekkers summer camp.

Thursday Evening Calm Abiding Meditaion
2025-07-31 18:00 - 19:30 | Kagyu Sukha Choling, 109 Clear Creek Drive, Ashland, 97520
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 mind. We learn to maintain and return to a sense of stillness, no matter what our outer circumstances. The mind is relaxed, alert and aware. The results of this practice are serenity, freedom in the face of circumstances, and ultimately Buddhahood.”
From Meditation for Beginners, by Bokar Rinpoche.
To attend Calm Abiding Meditation via Zoom, email the office at OFFICE@KSCASHLAND.ORG to join the mailing list.

Guys & Dolls @ Camelot Theatre
2025-07-31 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-08-01 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-08-02 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-08-03 14:00 - 16:30 | Camelot Theatre, 101 Talent Avenue, Talent, 97540
Prepare yourself for a dazzling night of entertainment with the timeless Broadway musical Guys & Dolls, brought to life by Director Rick Robinson from Oregon Cabaret Theatre.
This classic tale of gamblers, showgirls, and redemption in New York City promises an unforgettable experience filled with catchy tunes, lively dance numbers, and endearing characters. Under Robinson’s expert direction, the production captures the vibrant spirit and charm that has made Guys & Dolls a beloved favorite for generations.
Don’t miss your chance to see this spectacular show, reimagined with a fresh and captivating touch!

First Friday Bike Ride
2025-08-01 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for the First Friday Bike Ride!
Meet our ride leader on the Plaza in downtown Ashland at 5 pm, and start the ride at approximately 5:15 pm. Streets for Everyone will be passing out Bike Benefits stickers to all riders! This is an all-ages, all-abilities, family-friendly ride. See you there!

First Friday Bike Ride
2025-08-01 17:00 - 18:00 | Ashland Plaza, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
A fun, family-friendly bicycle ride in Ashland. The ride is for people of all ages and abilities which reflects the vision of Streets for Everyone; a transportation system that is safe, convenient and efficient for everyone, independent of how they travel for everyday, short, in-town trips.
The ride is sponsored by Streets for Everyone, a volunteer team of the Ashland Climate Collaborative (a 501(c)3 organization).

Trinity Episcopal Church and Labyrinth: Open House
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Episcopal Church, 44 North Second Street, Ashland, 97520
Trinity Episcopal church is the oldest church in Ashland, Oregon still used by its original congregation.
It was built in 1895 and is listed on the National Register of Historical Buildings. Those who would like to visit our church and labyrinth are welcome to join us during the First Friday Art Walk, held 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 6.. Church members will be on hand to answer your questions about the history and the art.
For more information, please see https://www.trinitychurchashland.org or contact office@trinitychurchashland.org or call 541-201-3418.

August First Friday Art Walk!
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Ashland, East Main Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join us for First Friday Art Walk!
We’re excited to share a diverse array of wonderful artwork on display this month and created by our very talented artists. From eclectic visual delights, to interesting conversations, intimate music, and tasty treats, the experience continues to grow as you stroll through Downtown Ashland and visit each gallery and studio.
For a complete list of participating locations and a map, please visit the link below.
www.ashlandgalleries.com/pages/first-friday-artwalk

Strength and Balance for Active Agers
2025-08-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Avenue, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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 lifelong wellness in mind. Benefits include prevention of osteoporosis by stimulating the growth of muscle and bone, mental and emotional health, improved immune system, and most importantly lower risk of falls, metabolic diseases and cognitive decline.

Walk through Jacksonville History
2025-08-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Jacksonville
Jacksonville’s “Walk through History” tours are back!
At 10 a.m. every Saturday from May 24th through August 30th, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will be offering one-hour guided walks through Jacksonville’s National Historic Landmark District, the first on the West Coast! Participants will take a stroll through history, visiting government and commercial buildings, fraternal lodges, and homes that capture the stories of the people who transformed a gold rush town into Southern Oregon’s 19th Century social, governmental, and commercial hub. They’ll learn how gambling money built a church; how the Civil War ended a successful mercantile partnership; how a saloon housed the county’s first museum; how fire reshaped the town; and how a railroad both destroyed the town and preserved it.
Walking tours leave from Jacksonville’s New City Hall (the historic “Courthouse Square”) at 206 North 5th Street between West C and D streets and cover about one mile with multiple stops. Tours are FREE but donations are encouraged! All monies go towards the preservation and maintenance of Jacksonville’s historic buildings.
For individuals who prefer not to “stretch their legs,” Historic Jacksonville’s website (https://www.historicjacksonville.org) offers numerous ways to explore Jacksonville virtually. These include multiple blogs about the town and its settlers along with three video tours that introduce viewers to Jacksonville’s Historic Landmark District, its Historic Homes, and its Pioneer Cemetery.
Historic Jacksonville, Inc. invites you to forget the “names, dates, places, and battles” version of history you may have been taught in school. HJI’s live and virtual tours are about “real history”—people and their stories. They are about life!
Additional information on “Walk through History” and other Historic Jacksonville, Inc. tours is available at 541-245-3650; info@historicjacksonville.org; and www.historicjacksonville.org.

Lithia Park Free Guided Walks
2025-08-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Lithia Park, Winburn Way, Ashland, OR, 97520
Beginning May 3, come experience the history, flora and fauna of Lithia park in a guided tour led by knowledgeable and passionate volunteers.
Walks run every Saturday morning at 10:00am, May through September. Walks last 90 minutes, are FREE of charge, and are open to locals and visitors alike. Please meet your guide at the front entrance of Lithia Park across from the Plaza.
This program has been running since 1989, and is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Ashland’s crown jewel.
For more information please visit www.ashlandoregon.gov/lithiaguidedwalks.

Lithia Artisans Market
2025-08-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-03 10:00 - 17:00 | 20 Calle Guanajuato, 20 Calle Guanajuato, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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 now or wait for warmer days, we’re excited to share another wonderful session with you. (We sometimes cancel due to inclement weather.)
Visit https://lithiaartisansmarket.com for more information.

Ashland High School Alumni Association Celebrates 132 Years with a New Twist on Tradition: Introducing “Grizz Fest”
2025-08-02 10:00 - 22:00 | Old Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St., Ashland, 97520
The Ashland High School Alumni Association, one of the oldest alumni organizations in the United States, is proudly celebrating its 132nd year with a fresh take on a long-standing tradition. What was once known as the Annual All-Class Alumni Banquet is now being reimagined as the AHS Alumni Annual “Grizz Fest.”
This year’s celebration will take place on Saturday, August 2nd, and promises to blend tradition with new energy. The day begins with the cherished Alumni Coffee at the Historic Ashland Armory, from 10:00 AM to noon—a great chance to reconnect and reminisce with fellow alumni.
The evening festivities kick off at 5:00 PM with a social hour, followed by dinner at 6:00 PM. A short program will highlight AHS reunion-year classes and recognize the 2025 scholarship recipients, showcasing the impact of alumni support on current students.
To close out the night, The Trebled Souls will turn up the fun and invite all Grizzlies to “dance like no one is watching.”
All AHS alumni are welcome! Tickets are $40. Details and ticket information available at: www.ashlandhighalumni.com/events

Downtown Ashland Wizard Walkabout
2025-08-02 11:00 - 14:00 | TreeHouse Books, 15 N Main St, Ashland, 07520
Let’s celebrate together and have some magical fun in our own Wizarding World of Ashlandia Oregon!
Dress in your best Kid-friendly Wizard or Magical-Creature finery! Pick up your Walkabout Map at TreeHouse Books at 11am, and for the next 2 hours you can visit the other 12 Magical Shoppes to experience Wizard Tasks, Treats and Treasure!
This is an Open-House-Style event from 11am to 1pm, and you can choose your path for the Walkabout.
BONUS Wizard Task & Treasure: At each shoppe there will be a clue for solving the Wizard’s Codex. Gather these clues on your Walkabout and solve the puzzle. Return to TreeHouse Books to receive a special gift from LadyJaneOwl.
This is a free family event, co-sponsored by TreeHouse Books, The Paddington Family of Stores, and our participating Wizard shoppes:
LoveJoy TeaRoom
Buggs Toys
Fun Again Games
OSF Gift Shop
The Crown Jewel
Amistad
The Book Exchange
Secret Story World at White Rabbit
Paddington Station
Paddington Station 30 Racks
Paddington Jewel Box
TreeHouse Books

Beekman Bank Museum tours
2025-08-02 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Beekman Bank Museum, 110 W. California St., Jacksonville, OR, United States
You are invited to “Step Behind the Counter” of the oldest financial institution in the Pacific Northwest—Jacksonville’s 1863 Beekman Bank Museum—when Historic Jacksonville, Inc. opens the museum for summer tours.
Established as a “gold dust” office in 1856, it was the first “bank” north of San Francisco.
Scheduled 2025 “banking hours” are 11am to 3 pm, Saturdays and Sundays, from May 24 through August 31. The Beekman Bank Museum is located at 110 W. California Street (the corner of California and North 3rd streets) in Jacksonville. Guests can interact with costumed docents sharing stories of late 19th Century banking practices, gold shipping, and handshake deals; step behind the counter and peer in drawers containing old checks, stage schedules, and paperwork; and enter the vault that stored millions in gold!
Visitors can spend as much or as little time as they like—although we suggest they allow at least 30 minutes. Tours are FREE, but donations are encouraged since all monies go towards the preservation and maintenance of this historic legacy!
The original bank was established in 1856 as a “gold dust” office. (If we’re factual, it was a safe.) Cornelius Beekman had come to Jacksonville in 1854 as an express rider between Yreka and Jacksonville carrying newspaper, mail, parcels, and gold over the Siskiyous. When his employer’s firm failed, he established Jacksonville’s Beekman’s Express and his gold dust office. In 1863 he became Jacksonville’s Wells Fargo agent and constructed the Beekman Bank.
During Jacksonville’s heyday as the governmental, commercial, and social hub of Southern Oregon in the late 1800s, the Beekman’s Bank saw over $40 million in gold cross its counters—equivalent to over $1 billion today! The current 1863 structure is the only commercial wooden building on California Streeet to survive Jacksonville’s many fires. It has been preserved intact as a museum since Cornelius Beekman, the wealthiest and most prominent of Jacksonville’s pioneers, locked the doors in 1915.
Additional information is available at 541-245-3650; info@historicjacksonville.org; and www.historicjacksonville.org/behind-the-counter/.

Central Point Woodcarvers
2025-08-02 11:30 - 15:00 | Woodcarving, 123 N St, Central Point, OR, 97502, United States
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 members do several styles of woodcarving. Recommended beginning tool sets are available for purchase. Please call Ron Chappell 541-944-4535 for more information.

Swing dance & Concert with Band du Pays Swing
2025-08-02 19:00 - 21:30 | Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent, OR, 97540, United States
Band du Pays Swing’s offering a concert & Dance at Paschal Winery, hopefully under the stars on Paschal’s patio overlooking their beautiful large pond, replete with swans.
(Event will be indoors if it’s smokey in their air-conditioned large tasting room.)
Details:
• Saturday August 2nd
• Dance Lesson with Evergreen Ballroom’s dance instructor Jacob Jagger 7 to 7:30 PM (included in $15 cover)
• Band plays 7:30 to 9:30

Sunday Service: Being in the Now While Planning the Future
2025-08-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland, 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
How can we be mindful of the present and plan for the future at the same time? Being in the Now and planning for the future are compatible and necessary for a life of dreams that may come true on our journey. Rev. Daniel Owens
Matthew 21:22: “Whatever you ask for in prayer with faith, you will receive.”
Monthly Theme: Conversations With the Sacred.
Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871

South Mountain Friends Meeting
2025-08-03 11:00 - 12:30 | South Mountain Friends Meeting, 543 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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 davidrunkelor@gmail.com

SunFolk Dancing at The Grange
2025-08-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Ashland Bellview Grange, 1050 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Eastern European folk dancing to live music!
No experience necessary.
No partners needed.
Sundays at Bellview Grange.
1050 Tolman Creek Rd.
Ashland, OR 97520

Town Hall & Ice Cream Social with Rep Pam Marsh
2025-08-03 15:00 - 16:30 | Talent Community Center, 104 E. Main St., Talent, OR, United States
This Sunday, August 3, Representative Pam Marsh will host a Town Hall and Ice Cream Social at the Talent Community Center.
She will provide updates on the 2025 legislative session and share reports on housing solutions, wildfire mitigation, transportation funding, K-12 allocations, and other issues facing residents of her District.
There will be plenty of time for questions, and for enjoying a complementary ice cream treat. The event is open to the public.

Higher Essence Yoga
2025-08-04 09:00 - 10:00
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: ashlandginny@gmail.com
