PACING: Photographs by Dru Donovan, Melanie Flood, and Tarrah Krajnak
2024-06-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Schneider Museum of Art, 555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Southern Oregon University’s Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) is thrilled to announce its summer exhibition, “PACING: Photographs by Dru Donovan, Melanie Flood, and Tarrah Krajnak.”
The exhibition will open at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 13, and will be on view through August 10, 2024.
About the Exhibition:
The act of pacing involves moving forward in a measured, rhythmic manner, where each step is taken in consideration of the one before it. “PACING” explores this duality of ease and tension through the lens-based works of three midcareer, female-identifying photographers: Dru Donovan, Melanie Flood, and Tarrah Krajnak. Each artist employs performative methods to document their bodies and those of others, reflecting on their relationships to social histories, expectations, and structures.
Meet the Artists:
Melanie Flood has used the camera as a tool for self-expression throughout her life. Her photographs, spanning from childhood to the present, explore her evolving femininity and critique gender constructs through a blend of vulnerability and playful experimentation.
Tarrah Krajnak reclaims the photographic medium’s masculine history through her Indigenous transracial adoptee experience. Her interrelated works use the body to reenact lost histories, employing rituals and performances to create a continuous connection between her presence, the work’s origins, and its future.
Dru Donovan highlights the strength and ability of the female body in both athletes and caregivers. Her crisp black-and-white images juxtapose the force and endurance required for various actions, emphasizing the interdependence and mutual responsibility inherent in these roles.
More information: https://sma.sou.edu/exhibitions/pacing-photographs-by-dru-donovan-melanie-flood-and-tarrah-krajnak/
Image: Dru Donovan, Liberty Pose, 2017, Video loop, 35 x 57 inches, courtesy of the artist.

Forest Defender Training Series: Hike & Write
2024-06-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Snark Trail at Ashland Watershed, Ashland, 97520
Enjoy a shaded, moderate 2.5 mile hike in the Ashland Watershed along the Snark trail in Ashland.
During the hike we will learn about the Northwest Forest plan, which guides how parts of the Ashland Watershed is managed. After the hike we will enjoy snacks and a beverage at Skout Taphouse and learn how to write effective letters to the editor.
The Forest Service is currently in the process of updating the Northwest Forest Plan for the first time in 30 years, and we need to advocate for strong protections for our old-growth forests. We will walk you through the process of formatting and submitting your letter and provide templates. Writing letters to the editor is an important and impactful way to advocate for the future of our forests.
Submitted pieces provide an additional line of communication with decision makers and help to raise awareness of the issues and encourage folks to take action. With your help, we can keep the drumbeat up on the importance of updating the Northwest Forest Plan!
Sign up at https://www.kswild.org/upcoming-events/2024forestdefendertrainingcomments-7jp72 for more details about location and what to bring.
If you need help filling out an event form or other accommodations, please call Allee Gustafson, our Events and Volunteer Manager, at 541-488-5789, extension 1014. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Hike & Write: Forest Defender Training Series
2024-06-28 11:00 - 15:00
Enjoy a shaded, moderate walk in the woods in a timber sale unit of the Poor Windy project to see the devastations of old-growth logging in real time, then put your passion to action by learning how to write effective letters to the editor.
Submitted pieces provide an additional line of communication with decision makers and help to raise awareness of the issues and encourage folks to take action. With your help, we can keep the drumbeat up on the importance of updating the Northwest Forest Plan!
It’s important that they hear from YOU. To learn more about the NWFP read KS Wild’s blog: https://www.kswild.org/conservation-efforts/northwest-forest-plan-revisions?rq=northwest%20forest%20plan

Braver Angels FREE Depolarizing Within Workshop In-Person
2024-06-29 09:30 - 12:30 | Medford library, 205 S Central Ave, Medford, 97501
Building Bridgers is partnering with Braver Angels in offering their powerful FREE workshop DEPOLARIZING WITHIN.
We risk fueling the fire that threatens our country by how we talk about people who hold different political views. Want to understand how to talk differently? Why?
Because we need to find a solution to our nation’s big problems; we cannot do that if we see the “other side” as enemies or strangers. There is a lot of stress these days among families and friends who are divided politically.
Process:
Learn what is involved in developing attitudes, words, and using ways to talk with folks on the “other” side with whom we share a national past and future.
Goals:
Discover how to be more aware of your own “inner polarizations”; learn how to be critical without demonizing, dismissing, or stereotyping; understand how to handle political and social conversations with peers when these turn to contempt or ridicule for people with different views. https://braverangels.org/
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Complementary food and beverages will be served. Eventbrite registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/depolarizing-within-southern-oregon-alliancebuilding-bridgers-registration-891329940847?aff=oddtdtcreator&discount=BRAVER

Lithia Park Guided Walks
2024-06-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Lithia Park, Winburn Way, Ashland, OR, 97520
Lithia Park Guided Walks are back for 2024!
Walks take place every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Please meet at the Lithia Park sign at the entrance to the park across from the downtown plaza.
Walks are led by passionate and knowledgeable volunteers and last between an hour and an hour and a half. Walks are FREE for everyone and cover the history, flora, and fauna of Ashland’s crown jewel.
For more info please visit: www.ashland.or.us/lithiaguidedwalks.

FOTAS Feline Adoption & Microchip Fair
2024-06-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Wellness Pet Supply, 462 A St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
So many kitties, and now’s the time.
Wellness Pet Supply will host a feline adoption event and microchip fair from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 29, at 462 “A” St., Ashland. The event is organized by Friends of the Animals and Feral Cat Advocacy in an effort to get 30 cats adopted into loving homes.
The felines have been cared for in foster homes, are friendly, have received initial vaccinations and a microchip, have been spay/neutered, and are now ready for adoption.
The adoption fee is $100 per feline, and when you adopt two together from either organization, FOTAS will pay for the second one in a two-fur-one deal.
During this event, if you own a dog or cat that is not yet microchipped, they can receive theirs for $25 per animal.
Payments are accepted by cash or credit card only. For more information, check https://www.fotas.org/adoption-chip-fair.

Central Point Woodcarvers
2024-06-29 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.

Beyond the Comfort Zone: A Photographer’s Journey into Ukraine
2024-06-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Meet author and photojournalist Christopher Briscoe as he shares photographs and experiences from his time in Ukraine.
While journalism documents the initial chapters of history, it’s Christopher Briscoe’s lens and first-person accounts that bring those moments into sharp focus, immortalizing them in vivid detail. As a seasoned photojournalist, Briscoe delves into compelling stories no matter where he is: from a tense visit to Oregon’s Death Row to photo-essays of New Orleans, Ethiopia, and Cambodia.
In his latest gripping book, “The Child on the Train,” Briscoe travels to war-torn Ukraine, navigating perilous routes to uncover the poignant narratives of ordinary people grappling with the harsh realities of the Russian invasion. Through his evocative photographs and narratives, Briscoe illuminates the resilience and spirit of a nation under siege, shining a light in a time of darkness.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event.

At The Ashland Library – Christopher Briscoe – Beyond the Comfort Zone: A Photographer’s Journey into Ukraine
2024-06-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
While journalism documents the initial chapters of history, it’s Christopher Briscoe’s lens and first-person accounts that bring those moments into sharp focus, immortalizing them in vivid detail.
As a seasoned photojournalist, Briscoe delves into compelling stories no matter where he is: from a tense visit to Oregon’s Death Row to photo-essays of New Orleans, Ethiopia, and Cambodia. In the 2nd edition of his gripping book, The Child on the Train, Briscoe returns to war-torn Ukraine, navigating perilous routes to uncover the poignant narratives of ordinary people grappling with the harsh realities of the Russian invasion. Through his evocative photographs and narratives, Briscoe illuminates the resilience and spirit of a nation under siege, shining a light in a time of darkness.
Copies of The Child on The Train will be for sale at the talk. Books will be supplied by Bloomsbury Books

An Aflare to Remember
2024-06-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Resistance Wine Company, 322 N Pioneer St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
We are thrilled to invite you to “An Aflare to Remember,” an exclusive evening celebrating the mesmerizing beauty of the Northern Lights, the exquisite flavors of our finest wines, and delectable solar flare-themed cuisine.
Event Highlights:
– *Photography Showcase:* Explore Bill Saltzstein’s breathtaking Northern Lights photography from Norway and Southern Oregon.
– *Wine Education:* Discover how the sun and solar activity influence wine cultivation and enjoy a guided tasting flight.
– *Themed Food Pairings:* Savor our specially curated menu inspired by the fiery beauty of solar flares.
Date: June 28th, 2024
Time: 4pm to 7pm
Location: Resistance Wine Company
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Secure your spot today by RSVPing – email kirk@resistancewineco.com
We look forward to raising a glass with you!
Cheers,
The Resistance Wine Company Team

Rogue Valley Farm to School Celebrates 15 Years!
2024-06-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Fry Family Farm, 2184 Ross Lane, Medford
TURNIP THE BEET! Celebrate Rogue Valley Farm to School’s 15th anniversary with the Eight Dollar Mountain Trio and Friends, dancing, a rousing raffle, food, wine, and beer.
Join us from 4-8 p.m., June 29, at Fry Family Farm, 2184 Ross Lane, Medford. Click here to buy tickets: bit.ly/3wZnjUa.
HANLEY FARM — “Don’t yuk my yum!” Rogue Valley Farm to School educator Meghan Murphy reminds a bushel of third graders from Central Point as they gather for lunch at Hanley Farm, just outside Jacksonville. On the menu today: radishes.
Started in 2009, Rogue Valley Farm to School (RVF2S) is part of a national network that connects schools, local farmers, and communities, cultivating healthy kids and local economies alike.
In this enormously successful program, students gain access to healthy local foods, to be sure. But they also gain educational opportunities that include weekly classes — taught by a member of the RVF2S staff — about living and eating healthy, school gardens, cooking lessons, and farms visits, two per year.
Each month, school-based educators also serve samples of a local, seasonal fruit or vegetable to students in their own cafeteria. This month, the featured vegetable has been — you guessed it — radishes.
“Everything we do is about building a culture of health, about forging relationships and connections around growing food,” says co-executive director Rebecca Slosberg. The economic benefits are real, too. A recent study by the nonprofit Ecotrust found that for every dollar allocated through Oregon’s Farm to School program for procurement of Oregon grown and processed foods, two dollars of economic activity is generated in the local economy.

Visual Artist Performance
2024-06-29 17:00 - 19:00 | The Gallery at AIFF, 389 Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Interdisciplinary artist Beca Blake will make a performative art statement about intersectional identity in the post-pandemic era from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 29, at The Gallery @ AIFF, 389 Main St., Ashland.
Blake will be assembling, by hand and machine sewing, new textile art in the street front window via a mock studio process to finish Origin: Intersectional, an identity art garment that Blake began fabricating in May 2024.
The garment is comprised of a compilation of references to postcolonial aesthetics on issues of identity, authority, freedom, and rights.
This ultra-contemporary art practice functions as a spark to ignite critical thinking through creative engagement, dialogue, and cultural activation in the post-settler social constructs of rural Southern Oregon.

Sunday Service: Having Faith in Ourselves to Make the Right Choices
2024-06-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland, 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
The older we get, the more like ourselves we become: having faith in ourselves to make the right choices.
Herb Rothschild is a longtime peace activist, a former professor and member of the South Mountain Friends.
Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871

South Mountain Friends Meeting
2024-06-30 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

The Crest Fest
2024-06-30 14:00 - 18:00 | Willow-Witt Ranch, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Get ready for Crest Fest, a day filled with live music and dancing, farm and pond tours, goat hikes, children’s activities and entertainment, and food, wine, beer, and soft drinks for sale.
The event will be held 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 30, at Willow-Witt Ranch, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland. No dogs or outside alcohol are permitted. Visit thecrestatwillowwitt.org for more information.
Featured musical artists include:
Ben Rice and the PDX Hustle
Ben Rice might be described as quiet and unassuming – until he picks up a guitar. That stealthy quality has earned him the moniker “blues ninja,” evidenced in his vocal chops and songcraft as well as his guitar playing. While Ben started in traditional blues, over the years he’s built upon that foundation with soul, R&B, folk and country to fashion a welcoming front porch where everybody wants to hang out into the wee hours. Since his large-stage debut at the International Blues Challenge in 2014, Ben has made the leap from Northwest act to national and international touring artist, featuring at festivals and stages far and wide.
Rice’s guitar style has been described as “fearless,” “inventive,” and “powerful.” Whether he’s sliding up and down on a steel resonator or reeling off stinging leads on his custom-crafted electric, Ben’s intensity and inventiveness never fail to turn heads. Audiences also respond to his heartfelt songwriting that carries a classic, strongly relatable vibe.
In 2023 Ben added horns, vocal harmonies, piano and organ to his lineup for a larger, more energetic band that he calls Ben Rice & The PDX Hustle. The response locally and on tour has been electric.
Victoria Lawton-Diaz
Victoria is a local singer/songwriter who you might have had a chance to hear at Martino’s or the Vintage Cafe. She writes beautiful songs and performing covers of other musicians.
Rachel Buklad & the Creekside Dance Band Performing Contra Dance tunes with a dance caller
Rachel and the advanced students of Creekside Strings, a nonprofit providing young fiddlers a variety of activities to develop their skills and their relationships, will perform contra dance music. The audience is invited to join the fun and get up and dance. Contra dance is done in two long lines of couples. The movements are similar to square dance steps. No experience necessary. There will be a caller to teach the moves and tell you when each is to be done.
The Blueberry Blossoms
Blueberry Blossoms, the duo of Jodie Jean Marston and Andrea Johnson, offers whimsical bluegrass and folk-inspired music for children of all ages. Marston and Johnson combine years of teaching early childhood education, friendship and performing music with songs about the magic of nature into an act that teaches as well as entertains.

Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
2024-07-01 09:30 - 10:45 | The Grove, 1195 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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
2024-07-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Avenue, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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 up and down from the floor is required. Each class will conclude with deep relaxation. Ages 50 & up.
$20 per month-long session ($5/class)

Line dancing for older adults
2024-07-01 13:00 - 14:30 | The Grove, 1195 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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 is required. Pre-registration required: ashland.or.us/register or 541-488-5342.

Books at Noon
2024-07-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join a group of voracious readers each month at the Ashland Library for a bring-your-own-book style book group. Share what you are reading and find your next great read.

Queer Coffee House
2024-07-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Medford library, 205 S Central Ave, Medford, 97501
Join us for this longstanding program! We’ll gather on the first Tuesday of every month to watch movies, make crafts, play games, build community, and share favorite books, movies, podcasts, and more.
LGBTQ+ folks and allies are all welcome!

Set Yourself Free with Radical Forgiveness by Kathy Green
2024-07-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, 97520
Is there a divine purpose behind everything that happens?
If you’re willing to embrace that possibility, every aspect of your life can change. In the Radical Forgiveness technique developed by Colin Tipping; you are given step-by-step instructions in what begins a healing process and culminates in an entirely new way of living in the world, free of emotional baggage.
Learn this revolutionary yet simple five-stage process to:
•Heal relationships by effectively forgiving others AND yourself
•Let go of anger and blame
•Increase mental clarity and focus
•Restore inner peace and equanimity
Kathy Green, a Radical Forgiveness Coach and Empowerment Facilitator, believes in dreaming big. She is a retired Special Education teacher of over 35 years and a spiritual adventurer who has enjoyed the privilege of deep inner healing, which has led to unconditional love for herself and others.
She loves the Center for Spiritual Living (Science of Mind, Ernest Holmes) and currently serves as Board President for CSL Rogue Valley in Medford, OR. She is very excited to support our community in doing its part to create an even better world. The best is yet to be.Colin Tipping’s Website: https://www.radicalforgiveness.org.
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14

Wednesday Open Meditation
2024-07-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Kagyu Sukha Choling, 109 Clear Creek Drive, Ashland, 97520
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.

City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
2024-07-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Community Development building, 51 Winburn Way, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
City of Ashland’s monthly Historic Preservation Advisory Committee meeting.

July 4th Community Breakfast at Elks Lodge #944
2024-07-04 07:30 - 09:30 | Ashland Elks Lodge, 255 E. Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Members and our Community are invited to join Elks Lodge #944 for breakfast on July 4th, 2024, 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m., in the Elks Lodge Basement.
$12 for adults
$8 for children 10 and under
Pancakes 🥞 biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs🍳 sausage, fruit 🍇🍓🍒🍎🍐🍊, juice, tea , and lots of coffee ☕️☕️☕️

ASHLAND CITY BAND CONCERTS
2024-07-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Butler Band Shell, Lithia Park, 140 Winburn Way, Ashland, 97520
The Ashland City Band presents free concerts every Thursday evening at 7:00 pm, at Butler Bandshell in Ashland’s Lithia park.
Pre-concert music by small ensembles begins at 6:15 pm.
