2024 Member Pop-Up Exhibition
2024-03-01 - 2024-03-24 | 88 North Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520, 88 North Main Street, Ashland, 97520
Art is a crucial part of our lives, bringing our community together physically and culturally through its ability to share relatable stories, inspire reflection, and form connections through engaging conversations.
When The Haines & Friends Visual Arts Grant Program temporarily acquired a vacant space in Downtown Ashland, their goal was to do just this… Collaborate with the Ashland Gallery Association to utilize the space in a creative and meaningful way by providing their members with a physical space to display and sell their artwork, as well as enhance our visual arts community as a whole.
The 2024 Member Pop-Up Exhibition, taking place from Friday, March 1, to Sunday, March 24, highlights the talented and diverse artwork of thirty local artists who are members of the Ashland Gallery Association. It will serve as a fundraising initiative to support the Ashland Gallery Association, with 50% of artwork sales being donated to the Ashland Gallery Association to support future programming and operations, and members receiving the other 50%.
Exhibition Dates:
Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 24
Opening Reception:
Friday, March 1, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location and Hours:
88 North Main Street, Ashland, Oregon
Thursday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
More Information:
www.ashlandgalleries.com
www.hainesandfriends.org

Severe Weather Overnight Shelter
2024-03-03 17:00 - 2024-03-04 09:00, 2024-03-04 17:00 - 2024-03-05 09:00, 2024-03-05 17:00 - 2024-03-06 09:00, 2024-03-06 17:00 - 2024-03-07 09:00, 2024-03-07 17:00 - 2024-03-08 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ashland Street Shelter, 2200 Ashland St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The Ashland emergency severe weather shelter at 2200 Ashland St. will open at 5 p.m.
The doors close and lights go out by 10 p.m.
The shelter closes at 9 a.m. the next morning.
This is a low barrier, no frill, overnight shelter for anyone needing to get out of the cold.
The shelter is managed by OHRA (Opportunities for Housing Resources and Assistance), which will coordinate and staff with OHRA employees and volunteers. OHRA can be reached at 541-631-2235.
To receive notifications when the severe weather shelter opens in Ashland, text 97520SHELTER to 888777.
To volunteer for the shelter, call 541-220-7307 or email avramsacks@gmail.com.

Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
2024-03-04 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.

Art in the Garden with Ashland Garden Club
2024-03-04 10:00 - 12:00 | First United Methodist Church Ashland, 175 N Main Street, Ashland, 97520
Marydee Bombick, pottery artist, will show us ways to beautify our gardens when nothing is in bloom.
We will see examples of creative artworks designed for the garden.

Gentle Yoga for Older Adults
2024-03-04 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
2024-03-04 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.

Creative Writing Workshop
2024-03-04 14:30 - 16:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Have you been waiting for the right time to get back to work on that novel or short story that’s started collecting dust? Or maybe you just need some inspiration to kickstart a new writing project?
Join us at the Ashland library for our biweekly peer support creative writing workshop! Each participant will choose an excerpt from their project to read aloud and receive feedback from the rest of the group to help improve their work in a positive and collaborative environment.
Advance registration is requested but not required. Please bring a copy of your work to the library ahead of time if you need assistance printing extra copies.

"Legacy Lost: Passing Across the Color Line" by S. Barbara Hilyer
2024-03-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Growing up white in Washington state, Barbara’s dad never told her anything about his family—except that his mother was “crazy.” Ten years after his death, she learned his sister was living in Hawai’i. Discovering “the family secret” introduced her to the concept of passing, and the complex nature of race and identity. Uncommon in the white world, passing is a familiar concept among African Americans.
This story challenges America’s oversimplified view of race and explores how different individuals across generations pursued all available avenues of opportunity to define their lives in a race-conscious society. American history is not white history, although it has been presented that way. The times call for a truth telling.
S. Barbara Hilyer spent her public school teaching career in Ashland, Oregon, where she taught elementary school as well as middle and high school social studies, including American History. She holds a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instructional Leadership.
Held 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 4.
“Legacy Lost: Passing Across the Color Line” by S. Barbara Hilyer

What's at Stake
2024-03-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Schneider Museum of Art, 555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
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 urgent issues of our time, delving into the mechanisms of war and colonialism while interrogating the unpredictability and legitimacy of armed conflict. It will be on view through March 23, 2024.
“What’s at Stake” sheds light on the devastating impacts of war, human rights violations, and environmental collapse, compelling viewers to pause and reflect on our collective responsibility to one another. The exhibition raises essential questions about the consequences when violence goes unchecked and challenges us to consider what is truly at stake in a world grappling with these pressing issues.
SMA Executive Director Scott Malbaurn shared, “During a recent trip to San Francisco with museum members, we visited solo exhibitions at Catharine Clark Gallery featuring Masami Teraoka, Al Farrow, and Zeina Barakeh. Recognizing the common theme of exploring the impact of war, especially for artists raised in wartime milieus like Teraoka and Barakeh alongside the sculpture of Al Farrow, which are assembled with war time munitions, we decided to present these shows collectively as “What’s at Stake.” This group exhibition becomes a poignant question and statement, resonating with contemporary violent events that seem to be happening all of the time globally.”
An opening reception will take place 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11. Curator Catharine Clark and select artists will be in attendance. The opening reception is free and open to the public; complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. The Museum will be closed on Saturday, Jan. 13 for a private event.
New Masterworks on Loan and Highlights from the Permanent Collection will also be on view in the Entry Gallery. Museum hours will be Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is always free, but a $5 donation is suggested.
What:
Schneider Museum of Art presents: “What’s at Stake
Free, and open to the public. Suggested $5 donation.
When:
Exhibition on view: January 11 – March 23, 2024; Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Opening Reception: Thursday, January 11, 2024, 5 to 7 p.m.
The Museum will be closed on Saturday, January 13, 2024, for a private event.
Where:
Schneider Museum of Art, Southern Oregon University
555 Indiana Street | Ashland, OR 97520
Free one hour parking is available directly behind the Museum.

Introduction to DNA
2024-03-05 10:30 - 12:00 | Rogue Valley Genealogical Society, 3405 S. Pacific Hwy, Medford, 97501
This class is intended for those who have been thinking about doing a DNA test but are not sure where to start. It is also for those who have already tested but are not sure what to do with the results.
Topics to be covered include: The basic terminology of DNA and how it is inherited; the different types of DNA tests and their usefulness in genealogy; the primary companies offering DNA testing; ethnicity estimates; and an introduction to tools for organizing results and applying them to genealogical research, including a few examples.
Jeanne Hoadley has been a member of the Rogue Valley Genealogical Society for over five years and a volunteer librarian since 2019. She has been interested in Genealogy most of her life, having been drawn in by a great aunt who did things the “old” slow way. Jeanne holds a Master’s Degree in Geography from the University of Denver and is retired from a career in Meteorology and Air Quality Management.
Attend in person or via Zoom.
Cost: $10.00 for RVGS Members, $20.00 for non-members.
Registration closes at noon on Monday, March 4. See website to register https://rvgslibrary.org,then go to classes and events.

Books at Noon
2024-03-05 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.

How Art Helps Define a Community
2024-03-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Ashland Public Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Ashland is known for many things – natural beauty, outstanding theater, lively politics, the best parades and more. Now let’s turn the focus to another distinguishing feature.
“The Power of Public Art” is the topic of a free public discussion on Tues., March 5, 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 speaker is Ken Engelund, Chair, Ashland Public Arts Advisory Committee. He will introduce a portion of the video “The Power of Public Art,” discuss the function and purposes of public art in placemaking and outline the Advisory Committee’s role. Time for audience comments and questions will follow.
Engelund was a vice president of human resources and a Realtor in California’s Bay Area before he and his wife Carol retired to Ashland in 1998. For the past 25 years he has served not-for-profit organizations – including as a docent with the Schneider Museum of Art, Chair of Friends of the Schneider, Chair of the Southern Oregon University Presidents’ Advisory Committee, and a funding volunteer for the SOU Art Building and the Hannon Library Expansion.
Other roles include Vice-Chair, Jackson County Public Health Advisory Committee, President of Habitat for Humanity, Chair of Rogue Valley Choral, a CASA volunteer and Chair of CASA Building Expansion Committee. Engelund earned an undergraduate degree in Economics at Occidental College and an MBA at the University of California/Berkeley.
Questions? Contact AAUW “Big Ideas” coordinator Marilyn Hawkins, (541) 708-6697, mhawkins@prhawk.com; or Ellie Anderson, Ashland Library, (541) 774-6896, EAnderson@jcls.org.

Big Ideas: The Power of Public Art
2024-03-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join Ken Engelund to explore the role of public art in local identity, place-making and community building.
Ken Engelund is Chair is of the Ashland Public Arts Advisory Committee. He was a vice president of human resources and a Realtor in California’s Bay Area before and his wife Carol retired to Ashland in 1998. For the past 25 years he has served not-for-profit organizations – including as a docent with the Schneider Museum of Art, Chair of Friends of the Schneider, Chair of the Southern Oregon University Presidents’ Advisory Committee, and a funding volunteer for the SOU Art Building and the Hannon Library Expansion. Other roles include Vice-Chair, Jackson County Public Health Advisory Committee, President of Habitat for Humanity, Chair of Rogue Valley Choral, a CASA volunteer and Chair of CASA Building Expansion Committee. Engelund earned an undergraduate degree in Economics at Occidental College and an MBA at the University of California/Berkeley.
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.

Jackson County for All - Town Hall on May Ballot Measures
2024-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Medford library, 205 S Central Ave, Medford, 97501
Join us for a discussion of the three ballot measures to restructure the Jackson County Board of Commissioners. Why should the Jackson County Board of Commissioners be nonpartisan?
Why do we need to expand the board from three commissioners to five commissioners? How can we contain the costs of adding two commissioners to the Board?
Jackson County for All will be responding to County Administrator Danny Jordan’s assessment of the cost of adding two commissioners. Do his numbers hold up? Join us at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, in the large meeting room of the Medford Public Library to find out what we think about his accounting methods and public opposition to JCFA measures.

Emergency Preparedness: Perspectives from a Life-long First Responder by Kelly Burns
2024-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, 97520
Learn about emergency preparedness for local and regional disasters. Hear first-hand stories and experiences from Kelly’s long history as a responder with Ashland Fire and Rescue in Southern Oregon.
Kelly Burns was hired as the Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Ashland, Oregon in February, 2023. Kelly formerly worked as a Battalion Chief/EMT-Paramedic for the City of Ashland with Ashland Fire & Rescue for over 31 years. He began his public service career in June of 1990 in the fire service, which was thought to be “temporary.” During his service with AF&R, Kelly was the initial incident commander for the September 2020 Almeda Wildfire disaster.
Kelly is active in all four seasons, including Oregon’s newest fifth season, “Smoke Season,” and is the father of two complicated, yet incredibly smart and talented teenage daughters whom he loves to a fault.
Presenter’s Website: https://www.ashland.or.us
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14.

Introduction to Quilt Making with Val
2024-03-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Jacksonville Community Center, 160 East. Main Street, Jacksonville OR, 97530
This four session course is designed to introduce you to the basics of quilt making.
Your beginning project will be a colorful table runner. Each class will include demonstration and discussion. At home, you will complete the step by step process, returning each week for further instruction.
A materials list be emailed prior to the first class. Val Pendzick, a former teach and avid quilter is the instructor.
Note: Pre-registration at jacksonvillecommunitycenter.org/programs is required for all 4 classes; additional material costs are the responsibility of the participant.

City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
2024-03-06 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.

Presenting Prehistoric Plants and More!
2024-03-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
When did flowers first appear in the plant kingdom? What did dinosaurs eat? Where are the oldest trees in the world? Which ancient plants still grow today? Join us to learn more about the amazing history and evolution of plants on our planet.
Classically trained at the UCLA Landscape Architecture program, presenter Lucretia Weems is a Jackson County Master Gardener and has been designing gardens in the Rogue Valley for over 15 years. Her lectures on history and landscape design have been enjoyed around Jackson County, and her first book was published in 2023.
Lucretia will be returning to the Ashland Library for two more lectures this Spring:
April 4th: USDA Zone Changes: Gardening for Today in our Changing World
May 9th: Heroines in the History of Botany: The Americans

Jackson County for All - Celebration and Fundraiser at Dos Mariposas Vineyards and Lavender Farm
2024-03-07 17:30 - 20:30 | Dos Mariposas Vineyard & Lavendar Farm, 3976 Bellinger Ln, Medford, 97501
The grassroots action group, Jackson County for All, is hosting a party and fundraiser featuring The Dirk Price Trio at Dos Mariposas Winery and Lavender Farm from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7.
We’ll be celebrating the gathering of 34,945 signatures to bring better government to Jackson County and raising funds for the campaign to pass three ballot measures in the upcoming election. Join us for music, dancing, a no-host wine bar and fun!
The Dirk Price trio features members of the popular Rogue Valley Band the Rogue Suspects –with the amazing guitarist Dirk Price, valley favorite, Greg Frederick on bass with Dave Bolan keeping the beat on drums. Get your tickets at jacksoncountyforall.org.

FREE Family Day at the Schneider Museum of Art
2024-03-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Schneider Museum of Art, 555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Participate in hands-on arts and exploration activities to engage with the works on view at SMA.

Central Point Woodcarvers
2024-03-09 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.

Oregon Butterflies: What They Need to Thrive
2024-03-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Zoom
Join JCLS and the Jackson County Master Gardeners to learn about native butterflies and their habitats! This virtual presentation by Master Gardener Lynn Kunstman will share information about butterflies found in Oregon, their native landscapes and food sources, and how we can help them thrive.
Lynn Kunstman is a Master Gardener living in Medford, Oregon. She has lived in the Rogue Valley since 1986. She holds a bachelor’s degree in wildlife management and a Master’s Degree of Science in Education. A retired middle school science and special education teacher, Lynn’s students at Ashland Middle School established the school’s butterfly garden. Her first project upon retiring and moving from Ashland to Medford was to mulch out all the lawns on her property. Lynn’s entire front yard in Medford is now given over to wildlife, planted with edible trees and shrubs, as well as pollinator plants. The back yard is planted in fruit trees, berries and vegetables, for the humans. She is an enthusiastic advocate of gardens planted with wildlife, pollinators, and butterflies in mind.
