Carmen Portnoy discusses and reads from her new book “The Women of Solemnity”
Bloomsbury Books 290 E. Main St., AshlandWeek of Events
2024 Member Pop-Up Exhibition
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
Severe Weather Overnight Shelter
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
Severe Weather Overnight Shelter
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
Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Show
The Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral society presents our 68th Annual Gem and Mineral Show. Vendors from around the region are offering a wide variety of rough-to-finished rocks and specimens, as well as artisan made jewelry. There will be live demonstrations by our members in lapidary arts and rock identification. Kids events; door prizes; raffles;
Monday, March 11, 2024
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March 11, 2024 -Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
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March 11, 2024 -Gentle Yoga for Older Adults
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March 11, 2024 -Line dancing for older adults
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March 11, 2024 -Carmen Portnoy discusses and reads from her new book “The Women of Solemnity”
Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
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
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
Line dancing for older adults
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
Carmen Portnoy discusses and reads from her new book “The Women of Solemnity”
THE WOMEN OF SOLEMNITY, set in the 1990’s, in Los Angeles, Paris, Ibiza and New York, displays Carmen’s incomparable wit and perception as she explores the souls of seventeen women in this astonishing collection of short stories. MESMERIZING characters like Maria di Magenti, the last daughter of the house of Solemnity, whose skin smells like
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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March 12, 2024 -What’s at Stake
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March 12, 2024 -Accessing & Grounding Your Authentic Power for Business Success with Gavin Frye
What’s at Stake
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
Accessing & Grounding Your Authentic Power for Business Success with Gavin Frye
This dynamic talk will inform and inspire you into new levels of self-leadership. Gavin will guide you in learning essential keys for facilitating empowerment within self and others: -Transforming imposter syndrome, people pleasing, insecurity around self-promotion, and self-doubt into genuine confidence -Approaching entrepreneurship as an opportunity to mature in leadership -Embracing the multi-dimensional nature of
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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March 13, 2024 -What’s at Stake
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March 13, 2024 -Introduction to Quilt Making with Val
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March 13, 2024 -Windows in Time: A Corset Won’t Kill You: Demystifying the 19th Century Woman’s Wardrobe
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March 13, 2024 -Wednesday Open Meditation
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March 13, 2024 -Bridging Divides: FREE in-person Video & Discussion
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March 13, 2024 -“Bridging Divides” Learning to Depolarize our Relationships with Marla Estes
What’s at Stake
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
Introduction to Quilt Making with Val
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
Windows in Time: A Corset Won’t Kill You: Demystifying the 19th Century Woman’s Wardrobe
From the underpinnings out, this talk will explore the ways societal norms, class differentials, self-expression, the Industrial Revolution, and even the invention of the bicycle impacted the world of fashion. Cassidy Hausmann-Mason has six years of historical tailoring experience and over a decade of antique collecting under her belt. Cassidy is excited to share her
Wednesday Open Meditation
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.
Bridging Divides: FREE in-person Video & Discussion
The latest installment in the monthly video and discussion series "Bridging Divides" will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at the Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland. The discussion is entitled "I Don't Know." A prerequisite to bridging divides is being able to not be so certain about, and cling so tightly,
“Bridging Divides” Learning to Depolarize our Relationships with Marla Estes
A Monthly Video and Discussion Series Facilitated by Marla Estes, MA. Held every Second Wednesday, 7 PM at RVML. March 13 Topic: “Let Go of Certainty” A pre-requisite to bridging divides is being able to not be so certain about ~ and cling so tightly ~ to our perspectives. “Let go of certainty. The opposite
Thursday, March 14, 2024
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March 14, 2024 -What’s at Stake
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March 14, 2024 -Pi Day Pizza Party
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March 14, 2024Why The Rogue Valley Is A Treasure in the Climate Changing Wine World
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March 14, 2024 -Why The Rogue Valley Is A Treasure In the Climate Changing Wine World
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March 14, 2024 -Monthly Meeting – Guitar Society of Southern Oregon
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March 14, 2024 -Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument Research Symposium
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March 14, 2024 -9D Transformational Breathwork with Nikki Clifton
What’s at Stake
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
Pi Day Pizza Party
In celebration of Pi Day, join us for some pizza pies, math-based games, and an all-around nerdy time! This free program is intended for all ages.
Why The Rogue Valley Is A Treasure in the Climate Changing Wine World
Celestina Vineyard owner and Rogue Valley Winegrowers Association president John Pratt will give a talk on why the Rogue Valley is a treasure in the climate-changing wine world at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Southern Oregon University's Hannon Library, in the Meese Room, No. 305.
Why The Rogue Valley Is A Treasure In the Climate Changing Wine World
Winegrower John Pratt will speak about the Rogue Valley as a treasured location for top-shelf location for quality grapes and wine at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at Southern Oregon University's Hannon Library, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland. The event is free and open to anyone. It is presented by Friends of the Hannon Library. Pratt's
Monthly Meeting – Guitar Society of Southern Oregon
The Guitar Society of Southern Oregon meets from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the beautiful tasting room of Paschal Winery in Talent. The gatherings are open to the public, and all are welcome. They start with a set of music by volunteer performers, followed by an intermission to
Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument Research Symposium
Please join us for this free virtual and in-person event during which the three university student researchers who received grants from our Friends Research Fund in 2023 will present their findings! This will be a hybrid event taking place in the Science Auditorium (Room 151) of the Southern Oregon University Science Hall, and over Zoom.
9D Transformational Breathwork with Nikki Clifton
Experience a new generation of breathwork — artfully engineered sound and breath journeys that catalyze life-changing transformational experiences. 9D breathwork combines cutting edge audio technology with guided vocal coaching, music, subliminal suggestion, frequencies and vibrations that sculpt your neurology. It uses timeless wisdom and modern inspiration with transformational breathwork for a powerful and paradigm-shifting journey
Friday, March 15, 2024
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March 15, 2024 -What’s at Stake
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March 15, 2024 -Guitar Society of Southern Oregon Presents Boyd Meets Girl!
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March 15, 2024 -Jefferson Baroque Orchestra will present its spring season concert “Donne Barocche: Women Composers of the Baroque”
What’s at Stake
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
Guitar Society of Southern Oregon Presents Boyd Meets Girl!
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the exquisite pairing of Rupert Boyd on classical guitar and Laura Metcalf on cello. Boyd Meets Girl combines the thrilling virtuosity of two world-renowned soloists, with thoughtful, eclectic programming and arranging of music from Bach to Beyoncé. The Billboard Charting duo arranges much of their repertoire themselves, drawing inspiration
Jefferson Baroque Orchestra will present its spring season concert “Donne Barocche: Women Composers of the Baroque”
The Jefferson Baroque Orchestra will present its spring season concert "Donne Barocche: Women Composers of the Baroque." The program will include sinfonias, sonatas and a concerto by a selection of women composers from the Baroque period, including Leonora Duarte, Isabella Leonarda and Elisabeth-Claude Jacquet de la Guerre. St Marks Episcopal Church, Medford. Tickets available at
Saturday, March 16, 2024
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March 16, 2024 -Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Show
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March 16, 2024 -What’s at Stake
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March 16, 2024 -Rep. Pam Marsh town hall
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March 16, 2024 -Central Point Woodcarvers
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March 16, 2024 -Jefferson Baroque Orchestra presents its spring season concert “Donne Barocche: Women Composers of the Baroque”
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March 16, 2024 -March Contra Dance
Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Show
The Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral society presents our 68th Annual Gem and Mineral Show. Vendors from around the region are offering a wide variety of rough-to-finished rocks and specimens, as well as artisan made jewelry. There will be live demonstrations by our members in lapidary arts and rock identification. Kids events; door prizes; raffles;
What’s at Stake
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
Rep. Pam Marsh town hall
State Representative Pam Marsh will hold a House District No. 5 Town Hall from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 16. She will share a report on the outcomes of the 2024 legislative session, including new laws and state investments that respond to the addiction and public safety crises, the Oregon Drug Intervention Plan, and
Central Point Woodcarvers
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
Jefferson Baroque Orchestra presents its spring season concert “Donne Barocche: Women Composers of the Baroque”
The Jefferson Baroque Orchestra will present its spring season concert "Donne Barocche: Women Composers of the Baroque." The program will include sinfonias, sonatas and a concerto by a selection of women composers from the Baroque period, including Leonora Duarte, Isabella Leonarda and Elisabeth-Claude Jacquet de la Guerre. Newman Methodist Church, Grants Pass. Tickets available at
March Contra Dance
Contradancing is fun, easy to learn and great exercise Held Saturday, March 16, at The Grove, 1195 E. Main St., No. 2271, Ashland, with a lesson at 7 p.m., followed by dance from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. with break and snacks. There is a sliding scale of $12 - $20, $8 for college students with
Sunday, March 17, 2024
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March 17, 2024 -Sunday Service: A Preacher’s Dream
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March 17, 2024 -St. Patrick’s Day Party at Local 31 Pub
Sunday Service: A Preacher’s Dream
Rev. Sean shares with us his dream for UU congregations like ours. What would we be doing? How would we treat each other? What would it feel like? Can we imagine something so bold and exciting that we won't want anything else? “We need a place to dream together, to get into what has been
St. Patrick’s Day Party at Local 31 Pub
Dangerous Lee's Local 31 Pub will host a St. Patrick's Day event, starting at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 17. Waking Finnegan, six of the best Irish session players in the area, and Dangerous Lee and the Rattlin Three will perform. There will also be plenty of Guinness on tap, with a variety of Irish whiskeys,