Sunday Service: Be Not Afraid
2025-03-02 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland, 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
The sentence most repeated in religious texts is “Be not afraid.” How do we set aside fear when asked or commanded to? What is the fear about and how do we counter it when we need or want to? What fears do we sometimes feel more out of habit than danger? What might we do to lessen our fear?
“We can let fear rule our lives or we can become childlike with curiosity, pushing our boundaries, leaping out of our comfort zones, and accepting what life puts before us. ” — Alan Watts
Monthly Theme: Fear
Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871

South Mountain Friends Meeting
2025-03-02 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
2025-03-02 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-03 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

Williams Plant Propagation Fair
2025-03-02 12:00 - 16:00 | Williams Grange, 20100 Williams Hwy, williams, 97544
The perfect event to share cuttings of (labeled) fruit trees, plant, and seeds.
The main attraction is “making” a custom fruit tree.
When you arrive, there are many little white buckets with sticks in them. Each has a label with a description. Choose the variety you want, grab a stick of it, and label it with the blue tape and marker lying around. Then take that to the rootstock station and select the type of tree you want and purchase the appropriate rootstock for your planting site (3 to 5 dollars sliding scale). Now bring this material to the Grafting station where an expert will graft the scion onto the rootstock for you. Of course you can take scion home and graft it onto an existing tree you have.
Ruby from Faerie Road Farm will teach classes. 1pm Intro to Grafting, an 2pm Dormant season fruit tree pruning.

SOU Theatre presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor
2025-03-02 14:00 - 16:00 | SOU Theatre Building, 491 S Mountain Ave., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
SOU Theatre presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor written by William Shakespeare and directed by Domenique Lozano. Performances run February 20, 2025- March 2, 2025 on the SOU Main Stage Theatre.
Tickets are available online at https://sou.universitytickets.com or by calling the OCA Box Office at 541-552-6348. Accommodations for wheelchair seating and assisted listening devices are available by request via email: boxoffice@sou.edu
Doors open at 7:30pm for the 8:00pm show and 1:30pm for the 2:00pm shows. Parking is free in Lot #36 across from the SOU Theatre Building. The OCA Box Office opens 1 hour prior to the performance, regular hours M-F Noon-6pm.
Enjoy the performance and thank you for your support of our students and programs!
The Merry Wives of Windsor features the hero Sir John Falstaff who decides to fix his financial woes by seducing the wives of two wealthy merchants. The wives find he sent them identical letters and take revenge by playing tricks on Falstaff when he comes calling. Falstaff is boisterous, lively, cowardly, funny, and mischievous. Join us for this take on one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays.
PERFORMANCES:
Thursday, February 20 – 8:00pm (opening)
Friday, February 21 – 8:00pm
Saturday, February 22 – 8:00pm
Thursday, February 27 – 8:00pm
Friday, February 28 – 8:00pm (Talk back w/ actors after the show)
Saturday, March 1- 2:00pm (matinee 1)
Saturday, March 1- 8:00pm
Sunday, March 2 – 2:00pm (closing matinee 2)
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR: Ms. Lozano is a West Coast based Director, Actress and Educator. She was a Resident Artist with the American Conservatory Theatre for 15 years, where she served as a core faculty member and director in the MFA Program, as well as the Young Conservatory Program, and as the resident director of the main stage production of A Christmas Carol. Directing work at ACT includes MFA Productions of Fuente Ovejuna, The Good Woman of Setzuan, Sueno, The Skin of Our Teeth, Happy to Stand, and Saved, as well as the world premieres of Staying Wild and Home Front. Ms. Lozano served on the Theatre, Dance and Performance Studies faculty at UC Berkeley as both a teacher of acting and as a director. Directing credits there include Tartuffe, Curly Fries- a webisode series, and Men on Boats. She is currently an Adjunct Faculty member at SOU, teaching Acting. Other directing work includes The Comedy of Errors, The Importance of Being Earnest (SPARC Theatre, Livermore Shakespeare), The Caucasian Chalk Circle, (St. Mary’s College), A One Man Show, Orlando, Drawer Boy and Welcome Home Jenny Sutter (Theatre First). Acting credits include work with California Shakespeare Theater where she was an Associate Artist, A.C.T., Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Center Rep, and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Translation work includes Schiller’s Don Carlos, which premiered in the 2018 New Strands Festival at ACT, and Brecht’s The Caucasian Chalk Circle, which premiered at the American Conservatory Theater in 2010.

Higher Essence Yoga
2025-03-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-06 09:00 - 10:00 | OR
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

Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
2025-03-03 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
2025-03-03 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)

Ashland Garden Club Monthly Program-Ornamental Grasses and More
2025-03-03 11:00 - 12:00 | First United Methodist Church Ashland, 175 N Main Street, Ashland, 97520
Lucretia Weems, Landscape Architect, will discuss ornamental grasses, their beauty in the garden despite deer and drought.

Line dancing for older adults
2025-03-03 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.

Qi-Gym 7-week series
2025-03-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Hidden Springs Wellness Center, 1651 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Qi-Gym is transformative Qi-Gong with heart-brain balance techniques, including Brain Gym, that de-stress and rewire your brain to create harmony and strength within the nervous system and the Body-Mind-Heart connection.
Change your thoughts, change your life!
Benefits

Discover calm, flowing movements that relax both mind and body.
Learn easy tools to reprogram your brain for a positive mindset and a healthy body through gentle focus and inner balance.
Enhance your coordination, life force energy, and vitality to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Info and registration:
504-710-2622 or heartbrainbalance.com.
$140 for the 7-week series or $110 early bird (registered by Jan. 20, 2025.)
Mondays Feb. 3 to March 24, 5 to 6 p.m., Hidden Springs, 635 Lit Way, Ashland.
Register for a free tryout class at 5 p.m. Jan. 13 or Jan. 20.

Ecosystems as Models for Restoring Our Economies (To a Sustainable State) a discussion with Author John Giordanengo
2025-03-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Most of us have spent our lives trying to “save the environment” through individual actions—recycling, shopping local, supporting green companies. Or we are mired in seemingly endless social challenges like homelessness, the growing wealth gap, food insecurity, and so many others. Meaningful change has been painfully slow.
In Ecosystems as Models for Restoring Our Economies (To a Sustainable State), John H. Giordanengo offers a fresh and engaging perspective on our most pressing social and environmental concerns, and takes the most logical next step. With human stories and intriguing research, he shows how we can learn from resilient, adaptable, and productive ecological systems to transform our economies to a sustainable state.
Drawing on decades of experience in ecological restoration and business, Giordanengo outlines the mysterious structure of a sustainable economy, and the means by which all of us—politicians, business leaders, consumers—can take novel actions for real impact. From a focus on strengthening regional economies to regenerative agriculture to renewable energy, he highlights practical strategies for those who care deeply about environmental and social issues, while sustaining our economic needs.

"Other World/s" at the Schneider Museum of Art
2025-03-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Schneider Museum of Art, 555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join the Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) for the exhibition “Other World/s”, a captivating group exhibition curated by SMA Executive Director Scott Malbaurn, featuring the visionary works of Heather Lee Birdsong, Ben Buswell, Alex Ito, and Stacy Jo Scott.
The exhibition delves into the concept of alternate and parallel universes, drawing inspiration from science fiction and the shifting realities of our time. The exhibition will be on view through March 15, 2025. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is always free, but a $5 donation is suggested. More information at https://sma.sou.edu/exhibitions/other-world-s/.
Image: “Image: (Detail) Alex Ito, “”Western Verbiage III”” (belated gratitude, for Ashland and Jacksonville, Oregon), 2024, Enamel paint on resin, foam, oxidized iron powder, wood, moss, artificial plants, historical objects Courtesy of the artist and others. Supported by the Jenni Crain Foundation

Be Gun Smart….Whether or You Own a Firearm or Not
2025-03-04 16:00 - 17:30 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
In November 2022 Oregon voters narrowly passed Measure 114, a groundbreaking gun control law that has never taken effect. Mired in series of court challenges, it may be years before the law’s fate is settled. But there is plenty to talk about before the litigation runs its course.
“Be Gun Smart….Whether or You Own a Firearm or Not” is a free public program on Tues., March 4, 4:00-5:30 p.m., in the Gresham Room at Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Part of the “Big Ideas” program series, it is presented by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Ashland Branch and Jackson County Library Services.
The speakers are Ashland Police Chief Tighe O’Meara and Jackson County Sheriff Nate Sickler. They will discuss a number of issues important to citizens including an overview of current local/state/federal laws surrounding guns, how to dispose of unwanted firearms, and community and agency response to threats to our schools.
Chief O’Meara joined the Ashland Police Department in 2010 and has served as a Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant and as the Deputy Chief over both the Operations and Support divisions. He is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police and the Police Executive Research Forum. A native of Detroit, he holds a Master’s Degree in Management from Southern Oregon University.
Sheriff Sickler moved to the Rogue Valley in 1995 to attend Southern Oregon University. He earned a Criminology degree in 1999 and began a career in law enforcement. He has served in both city and county law enforcement agencies and held positions in patrol, detectives and administration prior to being appointed Sheriff in 2017. Since then he was elected to the position twice by voters. Sheriff Sickler has been a firearms instructor for the past 24 years and was involved in competitive shooting for many years.

Big Ideas: Be Gun Smart…Whether or You Own a Firearm or Not
2025-03-04 16:00 - 17:30 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
In November 2022 Oregon voters narrowly passed Measure 114, a groundbreaking gun control law that has never taken effect. Mired in series of court challenges, it may be years before the law’s fate is settled. But there is plenty to talk about before the litigation runs its course. Join speakers Ashland Police Chief Tighe O’Meara and Jackson County Sheriff Nate Sickler as they discuss a number of issues important to citizens, including an overview of current local/state/federal laws surrounding guns, how to dispose of unwanted firearms, and community and agency response to threats to our schools.
Chief O’Meara joined the Ashland Police Department in 2010 and has served as a Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant and as the Deputy Chief over both the Operations and Support divisions. He is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police and the Police Executive Research Forum. A native of Detroit, he holds a Master’s Degree in Management from Southern Oregon University.
Sheriff Sickler moved to the Rogue Valley in 1995 to attend Southern Oregon University. He earned a Criminology degree in 1999 and began a career in law enforcement. He has served in both city and county law enforcement agencies and held positions in patrol, detectives and administration prior to being appointed Sheriff in 2017. Since then he was elected to the position twice by voters. Sheriff Sickler has been a firearms instructor for the past 24 years and was involved in competitive shooting for many years.
The monthly Big Ideas discussion series features prominent local experts speaking on relevant and timely issues affecting our community. Lectures are jointly sponsored by the Ashland Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and Jackson County Library Services.

Queer Coffee House @ the Library
2025-03-04 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!

Wednesday Open Meditation
2025-03-05 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.

Ash Wednesday Services
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Trinity Episcopal Church, 44 North Second Street, Ashland, 97520
The holy season of Lent begins with the fast of Ash Wednesday on March 5.
There will be services of the Holy Eucharist and imposition of ashes at 12:00 p.m. and 5 p.m. at Trinity.

Brazilian spiritual healing
2025-03-05 13:00 - 14:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 1615 Clark Ave, Ashland, 97520
Sitting in a relaxed state for 50 minutes and allowing the energies to assist a person.

City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
2025-03-05 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.

Amani Yoga - Yoga for Every Body
2025-03-05 17:30 - 18:45 | The Grove, 1195 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Yoga for Every Body is a great practice for levels of experience focusing on physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Participants progress at their own pace promoting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED.
Register at ashlandoregon.gov/register
$72 for a session or $18 per class. Select specific days and times you’d like to join Yoga for Every Body by using the DROP-IN registration option or sign up for a whole SESSION of 4 classes.
Saturday Classes are from 12:30pm – 1:45pm at the Grove in Ashland.

Thursday Evening Calm Abiding Meditaion
2025-03-06 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.

Walking the Way During Lent
2025-03-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Trinity Episcopal Church, 44 North Second Street, Ashland, 97520
Trinity Ashland will offer the opportunity to reflect on Jesus’ final day in Jerusalem.
The spiritual practice known as Way of the Cross, Stations of the Cross and the Via Dolorosa has it roots in the intentions of pilgrims to the Holy Land over many hundreds of years. The Episcopal Book of Occasional Services lays out two versions of the Way of the Cross. This year we will use the Scriptural Way of the Cross. Come, be a pilgrim the first six of the seven Fridays in Lent. Join us at noon on Fridays beginning March 7 and concluding on April 11 in the Sanctuary.
See more at https://www.trinitychurchashland.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/TrinityAshland/.

First Friday Bike Ride
2025-03-07 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
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!
