There are beautiful and useful groundcovers for any landscape situation – from deep shade to full sun, irrigated gardens to dry slopes, clay to sandy soil. This class will introduce you to many low-maintenance groundcovers that can be used as lawn replacements, carpet pathways, in between shrubs and perennials, under trees and in many problem
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
Every autumn, Chinook salmon swim back up the Rogue River to their birthplaces in the Rogue and Illinois Valley rivers and streams to spawn and continue the salmon life cycle. We invite you to join KS Wild staff on this easy walk to look for salmon returning home to spawn in the Applegate River. You
When we think of poverty, we often think of an absence of material wealth. However, a deeper and more pervasive poverty is an absence of community and mutuality. Drawing on their own story and experiences working in street ministry, SOUUP Intern Minister Eli Poore invites us all to explore how mutuality and connection can elevate
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
Elections are near. Educate yourself! Come hear from candidates in an upcoming forum for those running in contested Ashland City Council races, held 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Ashland High School's Mountain Avenue Theatre, 201 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland. The event is free and open to the public. Position 1 candidates are Teresa Cisneros and
On Sunday October 13th at 2 pm the Talent Historical Society Museum, 105 N Market, will be showing two films by Mark and Cici Brown documenting the rebuilding of the historic Malmgren Garage in Talent. “Beacon of Hope” is a 2-minute film showing architecture projects that transform communities. It shows how architects, civic leaders, and
Listenable new music played by the Rogue Winds, a woodwind quintet. Sherril Wood, flute, Kristin Kessler, oboe, Marla Kasdorf, clarinet, Linda Harris, horn, and Bruce Shay, bassoon. The composers are William Ashworth, I'lana Cotton, Ken Deveney, Mark Jacobs, Beth Martin, Aletha Nowitzky, Melissa Orr, and Greg Stainke.
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
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.
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
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
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