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

If I, a military engineer, can transmute to become a shamanic practitioner, so can you. Follow my transformational process as Nature and Native American ceremony awoke my true self. It seems as if the helping spirits placed stepping stones in front of me. Every time I took one step and learned something they placed another

Southern Oregon University’s Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) reopens at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, with a new exhibition, “What’s at Stake." Curated by Catharine Clark, owner and founding director of Catharine Clark Gallery in San Francisco, this exhibition will feature artists Zeina Barakeh, Al Farrow, and Masami Teraoka. This compelling exhibition explores the

The Friends of Hannon Library 29th William Stafford Poetry Celebration has been rescheduled as a Zoom-only event from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Poet Joan Peterson will be the special guest poet. Featured poets will be Barret O’Brien, Steve Dieffenbacher, Alma Rosa Alvarez, and Dave Moodie. Audience members will be invited to read a

Executive coach, leadership expert and author Libby Gill shares the concepts of servant leadership, a philosophy that focuses on serving others while meeting business objectives. In her interactive discussion, Libby will provide strategies for business and community leaders to put key principles, including empathy, collaboration and trust, into practice. Key takeaways from her presentation will

Southern Oregon University’s Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) reopens at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, with a new exhibition, “What’s at Stake." Curated by Catharine Clark, owner and founding director of Catharine Clark Gallery in San Francisco, this exhibition will feature artists Zeina Barakeh, Al Farrow, and Masami Teraoka. This compelling exhibition explores the

Local performer and guitar teacher Matt Dorris will be performing solo guitar works on a 19th-century period instrument replica. The program includes concert favorites and rare works that cover most styles of guitar composition from the early 19th century, along with insights into the composers, pieces, and the era. Matt Dorris holds a Master’s degree

Southern Oregon University’s Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) reopens at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, with a new exhibition, “What’s at Stake." Curated by Catharine Clark, owner and founding director of Catharine Clark Gallery in San Francisco, this exhibition will feature artists Zeina Barakeh, Al Farrow, and Masami Teraoka. This compelling exhibition explores the

Wills and probate records can be genealogical goldmines. We start with an overview of these records, the probate process, and tips for finding and using these records. This interactive class will show ways to turn a will into a starter family tree. Presenter Sara Cochran has been researching her family tree for over 25 years.

The Havurah Synagogue is delighted to host this fabulous musical duo once again at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, at the Havurah, 185 N. Mountain Ave., Ashland. Ticket link: havurah-synagogue.ticketleap.com/cheryl-wheeler-and-kenny-white/ Local tickets outlet: Music Coop, 268 E. Main St., Ashland Cheryl Wheeler has to be seen to be appreciated. Nothing you read and nothing you

Southern Oregon University’s Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) reopens at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, with a new exhibition, “What’s at Stake." Curated by Catharine Clark, owner and founding director of Catharine Clark Gallery in San Francisco, this exhibition will feature artists Zeina Barakeh, Al Farrow, and Masami Teraoka. This compelling exhibition explores the

Southern Oregon University’s Schneider Museum of Art (SMA) reopens at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, with a new exhibition, “What’s at Stake." Curated by Catharine Clark, owner and founding director of Catharine Clark Gallery in San Francisco, this exhibition will feature artists Zeina Barakeh, Al Farrow, and Masami Teraoka. This compelling exhibition explores the

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

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

Instead of being welcoming or diverse, which can still leave barriers in place, can we live up to a standard of Preemptive Radical Inclusion? What does it mean to be ready to invite everyone to the welcome table? "Inviting others to fit into This Thing We Have™ is not inclusion. People who join an organization

Catch a peek at behind the scenes photos from the Summer blockbuster "Barbie" and other major films. On-set photographer Dale Robinette, working with Hollywood producers, has shot stills on well over 100 films, including "La La Land," "The Help," "Up in the Air," "The Muppets," and "Donnie Darko." His photography from "Barbie" has been seen

Pegasus and the Stories of the Stars performed by Pegasus Puppet Theatre from Portland, Oregon; presented by: The Storytelling Guild and Craterian Performances Sunday, February 4, 2023 ​Performance times 1:00pm (doors open 12:30pm) and 3:30pm (doors open 3:00pm) Craterian Theater, Collier Center for the Performing Arts 23 South Central Avenue, Medford OR FREE ADMISSION A

Pegasus and the Stories of the Stars performed by Pegasus Puppet Theatre from Portland, Oregon; presented by: The Storytelling Guild and Craterian Performances Sunday, February 4, 2023 ​Performance times 1:00pm (doors open 12:30pm) and 3:30pm (doors open 3:00pm) Craterian Theater, Collier Center for the Performing Arts 23 South Central Avenue, Medford OR FREE ADMISSION A