Curious about Tibetan Buddhism? Please join us for Newcomers' night! This is a welcoming opportunity to visit KSC and learn about our many offerings. The evening will begin with a guided Calm Abiding Meditation at 6 p.m. Following the meditation practice, Lama Pema and Lama Yeshe will provide an introduction to Buddhism, and give an
First Friday Artwalk on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. Held at 562 "A" St. between Fourth and Fifth streets. Wine and refreshments are provided. In this show, the idea of a different identity and world are showcased in this underwater experience.
Art is a crucial part of our lives, bringing our community together physically and culturally through its ability to share relatable stories, inspire reflection, and form connections through engaging conversations. When The Haines & Friends Visual Arts Grant Program temporarily acquired a vacant space in Downtown Ashland, their goal was to do just this… Collaborate
Join us for First Friday Art Walk! We're excited to share a diverse array of wonderful artwork on display this month, 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
The Grand Re-Opening of Ashland's historic Columbia Hotel at 252 East Main Street in downtown Ashland will be held 5 to 8 p.m. First Friday, April 5. Music! Art! Food! Wine! Join the party in the parking lot behind the hotel by Enders Alley. The Columbia Hotel is the oldest operating hotel in Ashland, since
Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and theatre lovers to dig into history, witness what's new, and celebrate what's on the horizon for the Holly Theatre! This is YOUR invitation to view the Holly’s RESTORED first- and second-floor lobbies, and "conversational" restrooms, and peek into the past on the Haunted Stairwell! Come learn about the next
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
Homestead application papers are good sources of genealogical information. Application papers often mention family members or neighbors, and previous residence as shown in dozens of papers, which may include land application forms, citizenship applications, family Bible pages, marriage or death certificates, newspaper clippings, and affidavits. Instructor Christine Cohen's interest in genealogy began in 1977 with
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
When the Article II process began, one of the things that many people hoped would become explicit is our willingness to be changed by being in community. The Commission was determined to go beyond agreement with ideas to commitment to values that we knew would challenge us to grow, change, and become more willing to
“Mitsuko “Mitzi” Asai was not yet ten years old in the spring of 1942 when President Roosevelt’s Executive Order 9066 sent 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry–about two-thirds of them US citizens–from their homes on the West Coast to inland prison camps. They included Mitzi and most of her family, who operated a fruit orchard in
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.
(It’s free)
