Join us from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at the Friends of the Animals Clinic, 3265 Biddle Road, Medford. Connect with fellow animal lovers and explore volunteer roles at our new clinic, shelter, or even your own home. Visit fotas.org/volunteer for more information.

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

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

Eastern European folk dancing to live music! No experience necessary. No partners needed. Sundays at Bellview Grange. 1050 Tolman Creek Rd. Ashland, OR 97520

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks 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

Let's face it, we are all going to "go" one of these days, and conservation burial is the greenest way. Learn about the science and practice of natural burial, as well as other alternative disposition methods, like water cremation and human composting. We will discuss the conservation burial movement and its connection with land conservation

Showing a film that discusses the concerns of how a lack of childcare is affecting families, teachers, businesses and communities. It will be shown throughout Southern Oregon during Week of the Young Child.

A crusading attorney’s death. Sabotage at a family winery. Secrets buried in California’s past… When corporate attorney Noli Cooper visits her godparents’ Santa Cruz Mountain winery, she’s hoping for a few quiet days to consider her future. But the future will have to wait. The body of her childhood mentor, a crusading social justice lawyer

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to

Showing a film that discusses the concerns of how a lack of childcare is affecting families, teachers, businesses and communities. It will be shown throughout Southern Oregon during Week of the Young Child.

Ashland author Reg Spittle describes his experience as a reluctant pilgrim on Spain’s Camino de Santiago and how it led him to a 30-day high Sierra backpacking adventure along California’s iconic John Muir Trail. Reg reveals his passion for trekking with photo highlights, anecdotes, and discussion of his favorite trails. His presentation is sponsored by

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.

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to

The Holly Theatre opened in 1930, screened its last movie in 1986, and was near demolition by 2002. Purchased by JeffersonLive in 2011, its restoration has been a long and fascinating journey, interrupted by COVID and other hurdles. This spring, the theatre reopened after a multi-million dollar restoration that has returned and updated its original

Sitting in a relaxed state for 50 minutes and allowing the energies to assist a person.

Come together on Wednesday evenings, March 12 to April 9 for Trinity’s parish Lenten program. We will begin with Evening Prayer in the church at 5 p.m., followed by a potluck soup supper and book discussion in the Parish Hall from 5:30-6:15 pm. The book for this year is Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit:

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

Showing a film that discusses the concerns of how a lack of childcare is affecting families, teachers, businesses and communities. It will be shown throughout Southern Oregon during Week of the Young Child.

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

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to

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

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

Showing a film that discusses the concerns of how a lack of childcare is affecting families, teachers, businesses and communities. It will be shown throughout Southern Oregon during Week of the Young Child.

Ashland Listening Circles, in collaboration with UCC Ashland, will host a robust discussion on how to increase equity and belonging in Ashland. Please come prepared to discuss Chapter 1 of From Generosity to Justice: A New Gospel of Wealth by Darren Walker, facilitated by Precious Yamaguchi, Professor at SOU and Chair of Communications, Media &

Ashland.news, in partnership with the SOU Department of Communication, Media and Cinema, the University of Oregon School of Journalism, Agora Journalism Center, invites one and all to a free screening of *Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink,” followed by a panel discussion of national, state, and regional journalism leaders on the state of

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

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to

Showing a film that discusses the concerns of how a lack of childcare is affecting families, teachers, businesses and communities. It will be shown throughout Southern Oregon during Week of the Young Child.

Producer/Director Walter Haussner is presenting three films about resistance at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, April 11 and 12, 2025. The venue is Gypsy Road Studio, 369 E. Main St., Ashland, Oregon. "Dulce et Decorum Est" (5 minutes), a dramatization of Wilfred Owen’s classic World War I poem starring Steven Oliver, starts the evening

The Tutunov Piano Series presents: Ilya Shmukler in concert on Friday, April 11th at 7:30pm at the SOU Music Recital Hall. Livestream available: $35/household. Tickets are $35/reserved seating, $30 seniors and are available at https://sou.universitytickets.com ABOUT THE ARTIST: When he was 3 years old, Moscow native Ilya Shmukler’s mother found him jumping on the bed

A friendly reminder - our next food pick up is this Saturday. Food Donors, please remember to leave out your Green Bags for your Neighborhood Coordinators. On the second Saturday of every even-numbered month, our Neighborhood Coordinators pick up bags of healthy, nonperishable food that neighbors have left outside their front doors. They leave empty

This small group personal training program is designed for groups of 8-10, offering the benefits of personal training in a group setting. All fitness levels welcome, though you will need to be able to get up and down from the floor without assistance. A combination of weight training, balance exercises and some cardio with functional

The Lithia Artisans Market is back for the 2025 season, held 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from March 29 through September. Catch us for a "soft" opening on Winburn Way across from the park entrance. We may have one or two booths near Mix Bakeshop next to the bridge. Whether you join

Heal. Connect. Evolve. Join us for our monthly Healing Circle, centered around the somatic practice of Systemic Constellation. What to expect: Spiritual Connection Ancestral Healing Emotional Insight Safe Community Space Deep Care for Heart and Soul Systemic Constellation Work is an active group process for personal and collective healing and evolution. To delve into personal

Join us at the Rogue Valley Mall to visit with and adopt kittens and cats from local feline rescue groups … all in one place! It’s a partnership to help find purrfect homes for all felines in our community. Five cat rescue organizations are participating. That means you’ll be able to visit with up to

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

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to

The Rabbits are Coming to the Northwest Nature Shop alley on Saturday noon-2 pm. Youth from Jackson County 4-H will exhibit a variety of rabbits to hold. The 4-H members happily share their knowledge of raising and caring for rabbits. Rabbits will be outside in the alley so dress for the weather. Free.

The Native American Student Union (NASU) at Southern Oregon University (SOU) will host its 32nd annual powwow Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and 13. The event is free and open to everyone. Food and music will be offered. Drugs and alcohol are not allowed. Click here for a link to a story on the event.

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

Join the Chamber Music Concerts Series for their 41st season and the eleventh and final concert of the series featuring Trio Zimbalist on Saturday, April 12th at 3:00pm at the SOU Music Recital Hall. “precision and feverish intensity” —Greece’s EfSyn “liveliness and vigor of playing…pure enjoyment!” —Athinorama PROGRAM: Haydn ‐ Piano Trio in G Major,

Join us on April 12th in Ashland or April 19th in Grants Pass for this Southern Oregon tradition celebrating the natural world with film. Where activism gets inspired! We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival. This festival aims to bring the community together to celebrate our work in protecting the

Producer/Director Walter Haussner is presenting three films about resistance at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, April 11 and 12, 2025. The venue is Gypsy Road Studio, 369 E. Main St., Ashland, Oregon. "Dulce et Decorum Est" (5 minutes), a dramatization of Wilfred Owen’s classic World War I poem starring Steven Oliver, starts the evening

From DaVinci to Mondrian, we will be taking you on a sultry art history journey through burlesque, drag, and aerial! 18+ only event. Online ticket sales close at 7am on April 12th. We will sell remaining seats at the door, but seating is limited and first come first served.

The Palm Sunday 8 am early service begins outside the door of the church. (There is also 10 am service that begins on the Trinity Labyrinth at the corner of 2nd Street and Lithia Way.) We hear the story of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and bless palm fronds to carry in procession. Upon entering the

Join Lama Yeshe for a guided Tonglen Meditation followed by a tea break and teaching. One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am. The guided Tonglen meditation begins with consideration and transformation of our own sufferings, and moves us outward to encompass the reality of others’ situation. Join in-person or via Zoom (hybrid). Please

The Lithia Artisans Market is back for the 2025 season, held 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from March 29 through September. Catch us for a "soft" opening on Winburn Way across from the park entrance. We may have one or two booths near Mix Bakeshop next to the bridge. Whether you join

Monthly Theme: Death Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871

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  

Eastern European folk dancing to live music! No experience necessary. No partners needed. Sundays at Bellview Grange. 1050 Tolman Creek Rd. Ashland, OR 97520

Eastern European folk dancing to live music! No experience necessary. No partners needed. Sundays at Bellview Grange. 1050 Tolman Creek Rd. Ashland, OR 97520

Currently featured at ART on FIRST are nature inspired paintings by John Palombo. With just enough challenges growing up to gain some deep colors and spectrums in his life, John has made use of the follies and torture of being human and turned them into joy and happiness by finding something that truly speaks to

The Native American Student Union (NASU) at Southern Oregon University (SOU) will host its 32nd annual powwow Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and 13. The event is free and open to everyone. Food and music will be offered. Drugs and alcohol are not allowed. Click here for a link to a story on the event.