Week of Events
June Exhibition at ART ON FIRST: Emotionally Charged Narrative Paintings – Carol Aust
June Exhibition at ART ON FIRST: Emotionally Charged Narrative Paintings - Carol Aust Monday, June 2 - Monday, June 30, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Opening Reception: Friday, June 6, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Currently featured at ART on FIRST are emotionally charged narrative paintings by Carol Aust. Carol's compositions are filled with intense
SOPEX 2025 – Southern Oregon Philatelic Exhibition
Stamp Show and Bourse 7 Dealers - Stamps, Covers, Postcards Friday June 6th 10AM - 5PM Saturday June 7th 10AM - 4 PM Judged Exhibits - Exhibit Entry Form: https://classic.stamps.org/userfiles/image/clubs/ClubSites/SouthernOregon/Entry-Form.pdf Free Admission Free Stamps for Kids
Monday, June 2, 2025
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June 2, 2025 -Higher Essence Yoga
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June 2, 2025 -Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
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June 2, 2025 -Gentle Yoga for Older Adults
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June 2, 2025 -Line dancing for older adults
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June 2, 2025 -Poetry Reading with Amy Miller and Kathleen McClung
Higher Essence Yoga
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
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
Poetry Reading with Amy Miller and Kathleen McClung
Kathleen McClung is the author of five poetry collections including Questions of Buoyancy (Longship Press, 2024). Others include A Juror Must Fold in on Herself, winner of the 2020 Rattle Chapbook Prize, Temporary Kin, The Typists Play Monopoly and Almost the Rowboat. Winner of the Morton Marr, Maria W. Faust, and Rita Dove national poetry
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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June 3, 2025 -Queer Coffee House @ the Library
Queer Coffee House @ the Library
Join us for this longstanding program! We'll gather on the first Tuesday of every month to watch movies, make crafts, play games, build community, and share favorite books, movies, podcasts, and more. LGBTQ+ folks and allies are all welcome!
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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June 4, 2025 -Wednesday Open Meditation
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June 4, 2025 -Brazilian spiritual healing
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June 4, 2025 -City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
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.
Brazilian spiritual healing
Sitting in a relaxed state for 50 minutes and allowing the energies to assist a person.
City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
City of Ashland's monthly Historic Preservation Advisory Committee meeting.
Thursday, June 5, 2025
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June 5, 2025 -Higher Essence Yoga
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June 5, 2025 -Thursday Evening Calm Abiding Meditaion
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June 5, 2025 -The First I-5 Wildlife Overcrossing & the Importance of Ecological Connectivity
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June 5, 2025 -KSKQ birthday celebration
Higher Essence Yoga
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
Thursday Evening Calm Abiding Meditaion
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
The First I-5 Wildlife Overcrossing & the Importance of Ecological Connectivity
This is an in-person and virtual event. To register for the webinar, click here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lvQZx4FKQHGzBkewxm1cOw#/registration The Mariposa Wildlife Overcrossing on Interstate-5 will be the crown jewel in what could become a network of wildlife crossings stretching along the interstate between the City of Ashland and the Oregon-California border. Interstate 5 and the approximately 17,000 vehicles
KSKQ birthday celebration
It's KSKQ's birthday on June 5! Please come to our birthday party, If you can hopefully make it, please reply to let us know in order for us to have a proper amount of snacks and drinks. This is our opportunity to all connect with each other's family and friends as well as our KSKQ listeners, underwriters, and
Friday, June 6, 2025
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June 6, 2025 -First Friday Bike Ride
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June 6, 2025 -First Friday Bike Ride
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June 6, 2025 -The Fan Perspective, 2015-2025: 10 Years of Rogue Valley Music Scene Photos In The Crowd
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June 6, 2025 -First Friday Art walk
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June 6, 2025 -June First Friday Art Walk!
First Friday Bike Ride
Join us for the First Friday Bike Ride! Meet our ride leader on the Plaza in downtown Ashland at 5 pm, and start the ride at approximately 5:15 pm. Streets for Everyone will be passing out Bike Benefits stickers to all riders! This is an all-ages, all-abilities, family-friendly ride. See you there!
First Friday Bike Ride
A fun, family-friendly bicycle ride in Ashland. The ride is for people of all ages and abilities which reflects the vision of Streets for Everyone; a transportation system that is safe, convenient and efficient for everyone, independent of how they travel for everyday, short, in-town trips. The ride is sponsored by Streets for Everyone, a
The Fan Perspective, 2015-2025: 10 Years of Rogue Valley Music Scene Photos In The Crowd
S. Hawk Photography exhibit "The Fan Perspective, 2015-2025: 10 Years of Rogue Valley Music Scene Photos In The Crowd," opens 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 6, at the Columbia Hotel, 262 E. Main St., Ashland. The exhibit runs through June 28.
First Friday Art walk
Join us for a sparkling evening at Looking Glass Beads and Jewelry during Ashland's First Friday Art Walk! On Friday June 6th, we're featuring the creative work of our local bead artists-from intricate designs to wearable art. Browse one-of-a-kind pieces, meet the makers, and enjoy complimentary wine and light refreshments while you take in the
June First Friday Art Walk!
Join us for First Friday Art Walk! We're excited to share a diverse array of wonderful artwork on display this month and created by our very talented artists. From eclectic visual delights, to interesting conversations, intimate music, and tasty treats, the experience continues to grow as you stroll through Downtown Ashland and visit each gallery
Saturday, June 7, 2025
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June 7, 2025 -Strength and Balance for Active Agers
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June 7, 2025 -Lithia Artisans Market
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June 7, 2025 -Lithia Park Free Guided Walks
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June 7, 2025 -SOPEX 2025 – Southern Oregon Philatelic Exhibition
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June 7, 2025 -Walk through Jacksonville History
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June 7, 2025 -Denise Deneaux and Shawn Skylark singer/songwriters
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June 7, 2025 -Southern Oregon Zine Fest 2025
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June 7, 2025 -Beekman Bank Museum tours
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June 7, 2025 -Central Point Woodcarvers
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June 7, 2025 -The Garden Studio Sale
Strength and Balance for Active Agers
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
Lithia Artisans Market
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
Lithia Park Free Guided Walks
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
SOPEX 2025 – Southern Oregon Philatelic Exhibition
Stamp Show and Bourse 7 Dealers - Stamps, Covers, Postcards Friday June 6th 10AM - 5PM Saturday June 7th 10AM - 4 PM Judged Exhibits - Exhibit Entry Form: https://classic.stamps.org/userfiles/image/clubs/ClubSites/SouthernOregon/Entry-Form.pdf Free Admission Free Stamps for Kids
Walk through Jacksonville History
Jacksonville’s “Walk through History” tours are back! At 10 a.m. every Saturday from May 24th through August 30th, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will be offering one-hour guided walks through Jacksonville’s National Historic Landmark District, the first on the West Coast! Participants will take a stroll through history, visiting government and commercial buildings, fraternal lodges, and homes
Denise Deneaux and Shawn Skylark singer/songwriters
Enjoy a sunny morning repast as Denise and Shawn serenade you with heartwarming covers and original songs. Denise on guitar and Shawn on keyboard, they perform beautiful duos and solos. Family friendly in a comfortable courtyard setting with scrumptious food and drink available.
Southern Oregon Zine Fest 2025
Southern Oregon Zine Fest 2025 will be our 3rd annual celebration of D.I.Y. ethos, small press and independent publishers! Zinesters from the Southern Oregon community and beyond will converge in Ashland, Oregon to sell and trade their zines. Meet the artists as you peruse and purchase their work, expect great conversations and cool publications for sale! If
Beekman Bank Museum tours
You are invited to “Step Behind the Counter” of the oldest financial institution in the Pacific Northwest—Jacksonville’s 1863 Beekman Bank Museum—when Historic Jacksonville, Inc. opens the museum for summer tours. Established as a “gold dust” office in 1856, it was the first “bank” north of San Francisco. Scheduled 2025 “banking hours” are 11am to 3
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
The Garden Studio Sale
Artist Denise Souza Finney opens her Ashland studio and surrounding gardens for a joyful afternoon of art and connection. Joined by Sarah F. Burns, Mindy Carpenter, and Melissa Cooley, the event features original paintings, prints, cards, and creative goods. Wander through lush garden paths, meet the artists, and discover one-of-a-kind treasures in a vibrant, welcoming
Sunday, June 8, 2025
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June 8, 2025 -Lithia Artisans Market
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June 8, 2025 -Sunday Service: Celebration and Joy
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June 8, 2025 -South Mountain Friends Meeting
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June 8, 2025 -SunFolk Dancing at The Grange
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June 8, 2025 -Southern Oregon VegFest
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June 8, 2025 -Beekman Bank Museum tours
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June 8, 2025 -Peak Brass
Lithia Artisans Market
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
Sunday Service: Celebration and Joy
Gratitude, appreciation, and love are really something to celebrate! We will spend time recognizing our appreciation for all that contributes to our wellbeing. As we move toward summer and the end of our program year, we will practice gratitude together. “Recognize that pleasure is a measure of freedom,” writes Adrienne Maree Brown, author of a
South Mountain Friends Meeting
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
SunFolk Dancing at The Grange
Eastern European folk dancing to live music! No experience necessary. No partners needed. Sundays at Bellview Grange. 1050 Tolman Creek Rd. Ashland, OR 97520
Southern Oregon VegFest
Southern Oregon’s third annual VegFest will take place at Tikkun Olam Farm Sanctuary from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 460 Hartley Road in Phoenix. Admission, parking and all events for kids and adults are free. Visitors can meet new sanctuary residents during two 40-minute animal tours beginning at 12
Beekman Bank Museum tours
You are invited to “Step Behind the Counter” of the oldest financial institution in the Pacific Northwest—Jacksonville’s 1863 Beekman Bank Museum—when Historic Jacksonville, Inc. opens the museum for summer tours. Established as a “gold dust” office in 1856, it was the first “bank” north of San Francisco. Scheduled 2025 “banking hours” are 11am to 3
Peak Brass
A concert of new music titled "Peak Brass", composed by National Association of Composers Southern Oregon Chapter members: William Ashworth, I'lana Cotton, Ken Deveney, Mark Jacobs, Bruce Harrell, Beth B. Martin, Melissa Orr,and Greg A Steinke. Performed by the Rogue Valley Brass Quintet.