Southern Oregon Safety & Health Conference
2023-10-18, 2023-10-19
A three-day event on workplace safety and health will be held Tuesday, Oct. 17, through Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Ashland Hills Hotel & Suites, 2525 Ashland St., Ashland, according to news release.

The Southern Oregon Occupational Safety & Health Conference will offer professional development workshops, certification for traffic control flaggers in work zones, first aid, and other emergency training. The conference will also have special sessions for those working in construction, health care, and human resources industries.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Southern Oregon Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals will put on the event.

Click here for more information on costs, times, or to register.

Open house at Ashland's new emergency homeless shelter
2023-10-18 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 2200 Ashland St., 2200 Ashland St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The City of Ashland will hold an open house for its new emergency homeless shelter at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 2200 Ashland St., Ashland.
The Ashland City Council approved the property’s purchase at an Aug. 15 meeting.
Those attending the open house will be able to tour the site, receive an operational orientation by representatives from Options for Helping Residents of Ashland, and learn about the ongoing work that is happening at the emergency homeless shelter.
Visit ashland.or.us/EmergencyShelter for more information.

Music in the Library: Rogue Valley Symphony
2023-10-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Take some time out of your Thursday to listen to music in the library. Once a month, musicians from Rogue Valley Symphony will fill the main floor of the library with music. Enjoy it in passing or sit for a while and listen.
This series is presented in partnership with Rogue Valley Symphony.

Newcomers' Night & Calm Abiding Meditaton
2023-10-19 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for Calm Abiding Meditation followed by a talk by the lamas and gathering. All are welcome!
Calm Abiding 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.
After a guided meditation practice with our two lamas, there will be a welcome and introduction to all the classes and offerings this fall. This gathering is sometimes lovingly called “Newcomers’ Night” because it is a great way for new people to meet sangha members and to get the lay of the land at KSC. Simultaneously, many long-time members also like to attend to celebrate the start of a new season of deep and rich learning

MUSIX Album Release Party and Live Rock Concert at DeBoer Sculpture Building (next to Omar’s) in Ashland
2023-10-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Southern Oregon University, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR, 97520
Join us for the annual Album Release party and outdoor concert featuring MUSIX, Southern Oregon University’s premiere house band. Directed by Dr. Derek Keller.
Students in SOU’s Music Industry and Production program and MUSIX ensemble (both music majors and non-majors) write, perform, and record their own work for the band. Packed with songs that fist pump, head bang, shimmy, and shake, MUSIX’s albums swing through a diverse array of styles – everything from rock to pop, hip-hop to folk, indie to metal.
Free and open to the public at the DeBoer Sculpture Building on Siskiyou Blvd next to Omar’s Restaurant. It’s an evening you won’t want to miss!

ANPF Fall Festival Reading of "ASHLAND" by Isabel Estelle
2023-10-19 19:30 - 21:30 | SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave, Ashland, 97520
ASHLAND
By Isabel Estelle
Directed by Caroline Shaffer
After 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.
Isabel 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.
Come 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.
(* Member of Actors Equity Association.)
Join us for the readings:
Thursday 10/19 @7:30
Saturday 10/21 @1:30
@SOU Main Stage Theatre 491 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland, OR 97520

Mystery Book Sale @ Ashland Public Library
2023-10-20 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-21 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-22 12:00 - 17:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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.
Only $1 for each item. Proceeds go to support library programs for children, teens, and adults.

ANPF Fall Festival Reading of LYONS PRIDE by Bleu Beckford-Burrell
2023-10-20 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-10-21 19:30 - 21:30 | SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave, Ashland, 97520
LYONS PRIDE
By Bleu Beckford-Burrell
Directed by Kyle Haden**
The 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.
Bleu 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.
Come 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.
(* Member of Actors Equity Association.)
(** The director is a member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, a national theatrical labor union.)
Join us for the readings:
10/20 @1:30
10/21 @7:30
@SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland, OR 97520

ANPF Fall Festival Reading of A LONG TIME COMING
2023-10-20 19:30 - 21:30 | SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave, Ashland, 97520
A LONG TIME COMING
By Weston Gaylord
Directed by Holly L. Derr
“A Long Time Coming” tells two intertwining stories of one family: a novelist in 2024 who puts his mother’s life story into words, and his great-granddaughter and her son in 2114, who journey from a California farm to a Norwegian forest and discover a secret that has waited a century to come to light. The play features an amazing cast that includes Liisa Ivary*, Rafael Untalan *, Michaela Jose, Ellen D. Williams*, Teo Briones, and Jennifer Lanier*. Stage directions read by Emma Richardson.
Weston Gaylord is a playwright and librettist based in Los Angeles. He has been a member of the Geffen Writers’ Room and The Vagrancy Playwrights Group, a winner of Humanitas PLAY LA, and a finalist for the Seven Devils Playwrights Conference and the O’Neill National Musical Theatre Conference.
Come 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.
(* Member of Actors Equity Association.)
Join us for the readings:
10/20 @7:30 pm
10/22 @1:30 pm
@SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland, OR 97520

FILM: “Accidental Truth- UFO Revelations” with Ron James
2023-10-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, 97520
From more than 15 years of interviews and investigation, Ron James painstakingly connects the dots with interviews of government insiders and argues that the presence of advanced extraterrestrial intelligence engaging with humanity is being suppressed.
The interviews in his film, “Accidental Truth – UFO Revelations,” help to “accidentally” weave a story that leaves little doubt that another intelligence is somehow operating around us. Dr. Michio Kaku provides scientific analysis and commentary specific to what we know. A collection of contributors from across the field all come together to settle the question. The subject is no longer up for debate, you will experience the proof.
Now we must address the bigger questions: What’s next? What does this information mean to the whole of humanity? What does it mean to you?
With revelations from true government insiders that have never been shared with the public, the acknowledgement of another advanced intelligence is only the beginning.
Winner of more than 15 awards in 2023. Narrated by Matthew Modine. Starring Dr. Michio Kaku, Dr. Gary Nolan, Ralph Blumenthal, Nick Pope, Col. John Alexander, Lue Elizondo, Christopher Mellon, Richard Dolan, Mike Bara, Dave McDonald, Melinda Leslie, Daniel Sheehan, Jimmy Church, and Congressman Tim Burchett.
“The truth can no longer be contained by those duty-bound to hide it. Officials who interact with the public regarding the UFO question openly acknowledge that they know things that they can’t reveal. In this film, the reality of an advanced intelligence engaging with humanity becomes undeniably clear.” -Ron James, Filmmaker.
2023, 89 Minutes. Narrated by Matthew Modine.
Live Audience Q&A with the Filmmaker via Livestream. Free Popcorn & Refreshments!
WATCH TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWrRQPhCSwE
Part of RVML’s October “UFOs & ETs Month” • Full Calendar: https://rvml.org/events

Get acquainted! Unitarian Universalist oRIENTATION OCT. 21 SAT. 9-12 (childcare with notice)
2023-10-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland, 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
Come to orientation at Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 21.
Refreshments at 9 a.m.
Come 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.
Childcare with notice: email JARO15@me.com

ANPF Playing with Words Playwriting Workshop
2023-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | OSF Hay-Patton Rehearsal Center, 200-298 Enders Alley, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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.
10 am to 12 pm 10/21 at OSF’s Hay Patton Rehearsal Center. 200-298 Enders Alley, Ashland, OR 97520
Doors will open at 9:40 am.
Register @ashlandnewplays.org
Tickets $10.00. Free to ANPF members.

10th annual Ashland Open Studio Tour
2023-10-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-22 11:00 - 17:00 | Ashland, Talent, and Phoenix, OR, United States
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.
This 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.
Featuring 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.
For more information, visit www.ashlandopenstudiotour.com.
Ashland Open Studio Tour takes place at various locations in Ashland, Talent, and Phoenix.

Central Point Woodcarvers
2023-10-21 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.

ANPF Fall Festival Reading of ASHLAND by Isabel Estelle
2023-10-21 13:30 - 15:30 | SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave, Ashland, 97520

Situational awareness, nervous system regulation & self defense for all body types
2023-10-21 15:00 - 18:00
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.
Attendees 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.
It costs $50 per person. Register here: https://keepingallwomensafe.com/october-2023-events

Bloomsbury Blends presents Muskadine Blues Band
2023-10-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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.
The 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.

Contradance - wear your costumes
2023-10-21 19:00 - 22:00 | The Grove, 1195 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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.)
Learn more about contradancing: https://www.contradance.org/dancer-resources
Watch a cool video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KevQxr-saFw
Saturday, 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)
Free for high school age & younger
The Grove 1195 E Main St No. 2271, Ashland
Callers: Becky Nankivell and Kayla Blanchflower
Live music with The Carrflowers

Sunday Worship: To Be Truly Free
2023-10-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland, 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
What, ultimately, would it mean to be truly free? Free from coercion, free from fear, free from isolation, free from our trauma and pain? Is there a way to be both free and fully engaged in all that life brings?
“Freedom is not the ability to get what we desire. …Obstacles such as lack of ability or resources may result in the failure to attain one’s desires. Freedom means the absence of coercive constraints …” – Edward Younkins
Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871

One-year anniversary celebration of Ashland Japanese garden
2023-10-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Lithia Park, Winburn Way, Ashland, OR, 97520
The Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission and the Southern Oregon Japanese Association (SOJA) will host a one-year anniversary celebration of the renovated Ashland Japanese Garden from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, in Lithia Park.
The event is open to the public.
SOJA will demonstrate the art of origami, there will be a bonsai tree display, and Dobra Tea will serve freshly brewed Japanese teas. Volunteer docents will be on site to answer questions and provide info about the history and meaning of the garden.

ANPF Fall Festival Reading of A LONG TIME COMING
2023-10-22 13:30 - 15:30 | SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave, Ashland, 97520
A LONG TIME COMING
By Weston Gaylord
Directed by Holly L. Derr
A Long Time Coming tells two intertwining stories of one family: a novelist in 2024 who puts his mother’s life story into words, his great-granddaughter and her son in 2114, who journey from a California farm to a Norwegian forest and discover a secret that has waited a century to come to light. The play features an amazing cast that includes Liisa Ivary*, Rafael Untalan *, Michaela Jose, Ellen D. Williams*, Teo Briones, and Jennifer Lanier*. Stage directions read by Emma Richardson.
Weston Gaylord is a playwright and librettist based in Los Angeles. He has been a member of the Geffen Writers’ Room and The Vagrancy Playwrights Group, a winner of Humanitas PLAY LA, and a finalist for the Seven Devils Playwrights Conference and the O’Neill National Musical Theatre Conference.
Come 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.
(* Member of Actors Equity Association.)
Join us for the readings:
10/20 @7:30 pm
10/22 @1:30 pm
@SOU Main Stage Theatre, 491 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland, OR 97520

Wongs Piano Duo Fall Recital
2023-10-22 15:00 - 16:00 | St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 140 N Oakdale Ave, Medford, 97501
The latest project of award-winning pianists Joseph and Tiana Wong, featuring works by Haydn, Rachmaninoff, Schubert, Scriabin and more.
Ticket Price: General Admission $20, Seniors $15, Student and Oregon Trail $5
Walk-ins welcome, but feel free to visit wongspianoduo.com to reserve a spot.

Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
2023-10-23 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
2023-10-23 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
2023-10-23 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.
