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

Bring your students to Southern Oregon University for a dynamic, hands-on learning experience exploring the justice system, civic engagement, and community impact. At Law Day 2025, high school students will participate in interactive workshops, discussions with legal professionals, law enforcement, and civic leaders, and engage with local organizations working to strengthen democracy. This year’s theme,

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

The big silver bird was mortally stricken, both engines were out and one was on fire. Even the right windshield had been breached. The large cranes had flown with multiple impacts all over the jet. Inside, the pilot was struggling for control in the buffeting winds, cold and feathers. The copilot was fighting the surging

Free tour led by local historian Peter Finkle. Meet at 1 p.m. at the Golden Connections sculpture in Railroad Park, at A Street and Seventh Street. The tour is 90 minutes long, filled with stories and historic photos of the railroad's impact on Ashland. Sponsored by Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee.

Join us for STEAM Pub! We are partnering up with our friends at Art Bop Beer Co! Once a month we’ll take a deep dive into a STEAM topic (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) AND we’ll do it with a drink in hand! Art Bop will be bringing your favorite beer and kombucha! We

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.

Heather Paladini will present a tale of the local figures connected to her home in Williams – a farmhouse built in 1900 on one of the original homesteads of the Applegate Valley. Beginning with the discovery of a letter and century-old postcard in the house, Heather will follow the lives of the people who called

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

May = Bike Month! Join Mike Vergeer from the Rogue Valley Transportation District for a basic skills and safety workshop for both regular bikes and e-bikes! Bikes and e-bikes are very practical and popular choices for basic transportation around our region, but they don’t come with a driver training course. The power and weight of

Meet Ashland Pioneers for Tombstone Tales on Wednesday, May 14 between 2 and 4 pm. Experience the past as Ashland pioneers "come to life" to tell you their stories. Location: Ashland's historic cemetery on East Main Street (behind Safeway.) The free tours begin at 2 pm and last about one hour. Tours start every 15

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

Join ART on FIRST and Joi Tripp for ART in ACTION, an opportunity to meet, experience, and interact with Joi while she provides a live demonstration of her creating micro-mosaic jewelry. Joi brings the timeless art of micro-mosaics to life. This creative form, popular among royals for centuries before the Vatican Studio opened in the

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

It's National Bike to Work Day! Find us along the Central Ashland Bike Path at Railroad Park for some snacks, coffee, and conversation. Free bike safety checks, light bike tuning, and safety gear provided. Sponsored by Ashland Parks & Recreation.

Willow Wind Community Learning Center will be hosting its First Annual Community Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 8 am - 2 pm PDT at 1497 E Main St, Ashland, OR 97520. The purpose of the event is to raise funds for school programming otherwise not covered by the school budget. At the

Friends of the Animals (FOTAS) hosts a monthly low-cost vaccination and microchip clinic for our community to help keep their pets healthy and protected. All clinics are available for both cats and dogs. Events are “by appointment only”. One appointment per animal needed! CATS must be in a sturdy carrier; DOGS must be on leash.

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

Join us on the morning of May 17th for the Second Annual Ashland Alleycat! Started in 2024, the Ashland Alleycat is a community bike event designed to get riders of all abilities out there riding bikes! An alleycat is a scavenger hunt style bike race, where riders are given clues to reach checkpoints and complete

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

Beginning May 3, come experience the history, flora and fauna of Lithia park in a guided tour led by knowledgeable and passionate volunteers. Walks run every Saturday morning at 10:00am, May through September. Walks last 90 minutes, are FREE of charge, and are open to locals and visitors alike. Please meet your guide at 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

In an exciting collaboration with Sake One, the Southern Oregon Japanese Association will hold a sake tasting and educational presentation about the beverage on Saturday, May 17. Two sessions will be offered, one for noon to 1:30 p.m. and one for 2 to 3:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting, along with an educational

Join JCLS and Marcie Katz from the Jackson County Master Gardeners to learn about gardening in containers! Whether your garden is one pot on a balcony or large planters with a wide variety of flowers and food, containers can be a great option for gardeners that can't or don't want to grow in the ground.

In an exciting collaboration with Sake One, the Southern Oregon Japanese Association will hold a sake tasting and educational presentation about the beverage on Saturday, May 17. Two sessions will be offered, one for noon to 1:30 p.m. and one for 2 to 3:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting, along with an educational

Join us for an afternoon of glitz and glamour at our exclusive event, located at 1618 Ashland St. Witness the latest trends and designs from top fashion designers as we showcase their stunning collections on the runway. Get ready to be inspired by the creativity and talent on display. Don't miss out on this fabulous

Join us as we present our Annual Historic Preservation Awards, which recognize the best of new construction and compatible remodels within Ashland's Historic Districts. We will also announce our Photo Contest winners.

Join the Rogue Valley Symphonic Band (RVSB) and Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. Alexander Gonzalez for RVSB’s FREE May “THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND” Concert. This year’s May concert will be held on Saturday, May 17th at 3:00 PM PDT at SOU Music Recital Hall, Ashland, Oregon. This promises to be a special concert cycle

Join us as we celebrate mountain biking and our fantastic local trails. More information at https://www.rvmba.org/news/may-17-2025-rvmba-party-time Bring the whole family and consider becoming a member!

This is a Benefit Concert for Aaron Reed, who underwent emergency surgery for a brain tumor in December of 2024 and requires ongoing treatment. 'The Tommy Graven Band' features Tommy (Native American-style flute and guitar) and accompanists, Patrick Brewer (guitar) and Mateo Bevington (keyboard). Tommy honed his skills through busking around Portland, OR, regional touring,

Anna Moss Vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Anna Moss hails from the verdant forests and lush limestone of the Ozarks; yet her musical personality oozes New Orleans, the artist’s adopted hometown for many years. Anna’s new found brand of sultry stripped-down-soul is steeped in Southern R&B, Americana, porch jazz; apocalyptic love songs, gritty hymns of humanity, abolition, and compassion

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

On this Sunday where we celebrate beauty and community with our annual Flower Ceremony, we will also reflect on what is sometimes called "the permanent and the transient." Like the blooms, that are here only for a short time, the transient can be an amazing gift. Like the ceremony, traditions can add a sense of

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

The Rogue Valley Peace Choir — now celebrating its 22nd year — is presenting a concert entitled "Be a Light." The choir — directed by Rob Griswell-Lowry and accompanied by Mikiko Petrucelli — is a community, secular choir dedicated to building peace, equality, social justice, and stewardship of our planet through song. While the concerts

A candlelight service using sacred music to provide a meditative worship experience. It is a service steeped in tradition. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., music begins at 6:30 p.m. and service starts at 7 p.m. All are welcome! Jodi French composes and plays meditative Celtic music and Cantors sing for the Evensong Service. The service