Sierra Club: Devil's Peak, Sky Lakes Basin loop, 14 miles, strenuous
Hiking
Category: Outdoors/Recreation.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Call Peter at 951-9139.
Food and Wine Pairing!
Food
We will be demonstrating our Pesto Dried Tomato Torta in a creamy sauce served with italian sausage and fresh pasta - delicious with our 2006 Merlot-Pinotage! Come join us for this treat!
Category: Community.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Rising Sun Farm
5126 South Pacific Highway
Phoenix OR 97535.
Saturday "Name that Park" Walk
Outdoors & Recreation
Volksmarch Club Walks by the Rogue Valley Walkers, 5 or 10K walks, no charge. Leashed dogs welcome. For more information call George at 541-772-8311.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free. Reservations: Not required. Directions: Meet at 7:45 a.m. at Ray's Food Place (parking in front of store).
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 AM – 10:20 AM.
Grants Pass Rated 2
Some hills as we explore Grants Pass with a focus on city parks. We will cross the Rogue briefly on the “ribbon bridge.”.
Breakfast- All you can eat
Community Meals
A breakfast offering sausage, ham, eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, juice, fruit and coffee will be held.
Category: Community. Cost: $5 for all you can eat.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Warren Masonic Lodge, California and Oregon Streets, Jacksonville, OR.
Eagle Point Saturday Market
Home and garden
Eagle Point will hold an outdoor Saturday market from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays through Sept. 20. The market will feture hand-crafted and one-of-a-kind items from local crafters and produce from local growers. New crafters and growers welcome. Call Jacque at 826-2258 or Linda at 826-3760.
Category: Community. Phone: 541-826-2258.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Outdoor market On Royal Avenue between the Butte Creek Flour Mill and the Eagle Point Museum in Eagle Point.
Disc Golf random draw doubles
Outdoors & Recreation
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $5 plus $1 optional ace pot.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Holmes Park disc golf course, on Modoc, near Hoover Elementary, Medford.
Rotary 1st Harvest - Harvest Day
Outdoors & Recreation
Help the Rotary harvest food that will be distributed to those in need and have fun all at the same time.
Water and snacks provided.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Phone: 541-878-3818.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
SO Research & Extension Center
569 Hanley Road,
Central Point, OR.
For more info visit www.sharerotary5110.org. Saturday Market in Ashland
Home and garden
Fresh, locally-grown fruit, produce and plants will be available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through October in the parking lot at First Street and Lithia Way in Ashland.
Region: Ashland. Phone: 541-261-0577.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Parking lot at First Street and Lithia Way, Ashland.
Cycling - Valley training rides
Greenway
A valley training ride begins at 9 a.m. every Saturday along the bike path at Bad Ass Coffee Co. in Medford. Race pace, 20-plus miles. Ride leader is Alex Hayes. Call 857-0819.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Phone: 541-857-0819.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM.
Rides begin along the bike path at Bad Ass Coffee Co. 143 S. Riverside Ave. Medford.
Saturday Market at Jackson Wellsprings
Arts & Entertainment
An outdoor market will be open at 10 a.m. every Saturday through Aug. 30 at Jackson Wellsprings. There will be arts, crafts, imported good, produce food and live music.
Region: Ashland. Phone: 541-482-3776.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM.
Jackson Wellsprings, 2253 Highway 99 North, Ashland, OR.
Saturday Market at the Wellsprings
Community
Jackson Wellsprings Saturday Market - An outdoor market for local artisans, handicrafts, imports, produce, and food will be held every Saturday all summer starting at 10 am. Live music, spa, swimming, and sauna all day into the evening. Venders welcome to set up under huge canopy - individual canopies not needed. 2253 Hwy 99 N, Ashland, OR 541-482-3776.
Region: Ashland. Directions: Take Hwy 99 North from Ashland and turn right about 1/4 mile past the North Ashland Freeway exit. Registration: none. Reservations: none. Artist/event website: www.jacksonwellsprings.com. Venue website: www.jacksonwellsprings.com. Phone: 541-482-3776.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM.
Jackson Hot Springs
2253 Highway 99 North
Ashland, OR 97520.
For more info visit www.jacksonwellsprings.com. The Artists' Workshop 24th Annual Art Show
Exhibits & Galleries
The art show runs from Aug. 22-Sept. 1. The gala reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23.
Category: Arts/Entertainment.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
U.S. Hotel Ballroom, Jacksonville, OR.
Jacksonville Celebrates the Arts!
Fairs/festivals
This three day outdoor event features many fine artists from the Pacific Northwest exhibiting their works, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, photography, and more. Event highlights include local musical groups and soloists as well as petting animals for the kids.
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Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 541-899-8019.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Corner of C and North Fifth streets
Jacksonville, (nearby parking available).
Outdoor Saturday Market
Home and garden
An outdoor market will be open at 10 a.m. every Saturday through Aug. 30 at Jackson Wellsprings.
Region: Ashland. Phone: 541-482-3776.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM.
Jackson Wellsprings, 2253 Highway 99 North, Ashland, OR.
Phoenix High School Class of 1988 Reunion
Reunions
Friday: 7 p.m. enjoy opening home football game at Phoenix High School.
Saturday: 11 a.m. bring a picnic to Emigrant Lake to the area below the water slides.
Category: Special Events.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Phoenix High School Friday night;
Emigrant Lake Saturday.
Brass Rubbing
Art critiques/demos
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday- Saturday to Labor Day. Fifty-five facsimiles of historic English brasses. Fun for all ages. No experience required.
Region: Ashland. Artist/event website: www.tudorguild.com. Cost: $5 and up depending on the brass selected. Phone: 541-482-0940.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Bill Patton Gardens behind the Elizabethan Theatre at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland.
Taste of Harry & David
Food
Southern Oregon’s premier food and wine event which includes food and wine, live music, over 50 sampling stations, special sales and more.www.harryanddavid.com.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Regular admission is $15. Save $5 on admission with a food bank donation (make a donation of five non-perishable boxed or canned food items. Phone: 541-864-2277.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Harry and David Country Village
1314 Center Drive
Medford.
Wood Carvers Club
Clubs / Organizations
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Registration: Contact Bill Newport for more info. All are welcome to come and experience wood carving. Phone: 541-665-3634. Ticket Phone: 665-3634.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Central Point Senior Center
123 N. Secpnd St.
Central Point OR 97502.
Roller Skating
Outdoors & Recreation
Skate session are 12:30-3 p.m. & 2-4:30 p.m.
Stay for both times for $2 extra.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Venue website: www.sk8info.com. Cost: $6.00 - sk8 rental extra
$3.50 kids 5 & under - sk8 rental extra. Phone: 541 772-1400.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Roller Odyssey
2425 S. Pacific Hwy
Medford, OR.
Saturday Art Demonstrations
Arts & Entertainment
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-770-3190. Email: staff@artdujourgallery.com. Directions: Downtown Medford at 320 Middleford Alley. Venue website: www.artdujourgallery.com. Artist/event website: www.artdujourgallery.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Art du Jour Gallery
320 Middleford Alley, Medford.
"Coriolanus"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Further Hedda"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
Carson & Barnes Circus
Kids' Activities
Kiwanis Club of Medford along with KDRV and S.O. Subaru are sponsoring the Carson & Barnes Circus for two performances on 8/30 at 2 and 7 p.m. Advance tickets can be purchased at Jack-In-The-Box restaurants in Medford & Phoenix and Evergreen Federal Bank & Lava Lanes. Kiwanis proceeds to support The Children's Dental Clinic and Children's Advocacy Center.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Performances at 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30. Advance tickets $12 adults, $6 children 12 and under. Advance tickets can be purchased at Jack-In-The-Box restaurants in Medford and Phoenix and Evergreen Federal Bank and Lava Lanes. Directions: Biddle Road to Lawnsdale.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 2:00 PM.
Biddle and Lawnsdale Roads, at the Medford International Airport.
CANCELED - 55 & Over Harley Show & Barbecue
Community
Region: Medford. Directions: East McAndrews, left on Thrasher, left into Veranda Park. Reservations: RSVP by calling 494-5004 or email receptionist@verandaparkliving.com. Artist/event website: www.verandaparkliving.com. Cost: Free to 55-plus. Phone: 541-494-5004.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Chinquapin Mt. Jazz Band
Nightlife / Clubs
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Reservations: none needed. Phone: 541-482-3331. Directions: East on Highway 66 towards Klamath Falls, approximately 18 miles to GreenSprings Inn.
Turn left on BLM access road for approximately 3 miles, turn left on Hyatt Prairie Road.
Turn right approximately .25 miles at Hyatt Lake Resort.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Hyatt Lake Resort Pizza,
7979 Hyatt Prairie Road,
Ashland, OR
Located at Hyatt Lake, 25 minutes outside of Ashland.
Missing Pieces
Nightlife / Clubs
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: no cover. Artist/event website: http://www.fantasybakery.com/missingpieceshome.html.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Galice Resort.
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Outdoors
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the beneficial properties as well as to gain tips on gathering and preparing many common plants. Printed information will be provided. Instructor Jon Carlson is a teacher and practitioner of herbology.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $20 for ages 12 and up. Phone: 541-488-6606. Artist/event website: www.northmountainpark.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
North Mountain Park Nature Center, 620 N. Mountain Ave. Ashland, OR.
Southern Oregon Songwriters Association Concert
Concerts
Southern Oregon Songwriters Association will present an evening featuring local musicians playing original tunes from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at Robert Pfaff Park, Central Point.
Opening the show will be Joe Wrabek. Also performing will be Julie Rose, Delonde Bell, accompanied by Russ Rodriguez, and the local band Jordan-Rose-Graham. This will be SOSA's First Annual Robert Pfaff Park Summer Concert.
if you go
Who: Southern Oregon Songwriters
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, August 30
Where: Robert Pfaff Park, Central Point
Admission: Free
The program will feature local singer/songwriters presenting some of their most recent compositions. Audiences are encouraged to bring a picnic and a blanket or sit on the benches provided.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Robert Pfaff Park, Manzanita Street,
Central Point.
OSF Green Show: Terra Nova Consort presents Spanish Renaissance Music
Concerts
Terra Nova Consort presents Spanish Renaissance music performed on period instruments.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Venue website: http://www.osfashland.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 6:45 PM.
On the bricks in the Oregon Shakespear Festival courtyard, Ashland.
Willie Nelson
Arts & Entertainment
Tickets for Britt's 2008 season are now on sale to Britt members and will go on sale to the general public May 12. Call 773-6077 or 1-800-882-7488. Britt's box office is open 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 216 West Main St. Medford.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Reserved: $65; Lawn: $35; Child (0-12): $25. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brittfest.org. Ticket Phone: 541-773-6077. Venue website: www.brittfest.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM.
Lithia Motors Amphitheater, Jackson County Expo Park, 1 Peninger Road, Central Point.
"Tales of Fannie Keenan Better Known as Dora Hand"
Theater
"Tales of Fannie Keenan Better Known as Dora Hand" is a new musical about the old West starring Sarah Jane Nelson and Mark Turnbull, with music and lyrics by Mark Turnbull and directed by Doug Rowe.
Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays, and 4 p.m. Sundays Aug. 29-Sept. 29.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $22 adults, $15 students 21 and under. Senior special $18 on Sunday, Aug. 31, and Friday, Sept. 5. Tickets online at www.oregonstageworks.org, at the Music Coop in Ashland and Grocery Outlet in Medford. Phone: 541-482-2334. Ticket Web Link: http://www.oregonstageworks.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Stage Works, 191 A. St. Ashland, OR.
The Atomic Brothers
Nightlife / Clubs
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: no cover. Email: suepolski@gmail.com. Artist/event website: http://www.fantasybakery.com/atomicbrothers.html.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Stagecoach Saloon, 105 W. California St. Jacksonville, OR.
"A Midsummer Night's Dream"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Our Town"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Lend Me a Tenor" A Comedy Performance
Regional
Chaos reigns when the Cleveland Grand Opera Company imports the world-famous tenor, Tito Morelli, to launch its season with a performance of Verdi's Otello. When Morelli is discovered passed out in his dressing room from too many tranquilizers, the company manager scrambles to make sure the show, as always, goes on. Who will perform? Will the audience notice? This crowd-pleasing comedy fills the theatre with enough laughs to have you singing its praises for weeks to come. www.camelottheatre.org.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Ticket Prices:
Plays are $18 general admission and $16 for seniors (65 or over)/students; Previews $10. Phone: 541-535-5250. Directions: Sunday Matinees are at 2 p.m.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Camelot Theatre Company
101 Talent Ave. Talent.
archy and mehitabel
Regional
Archy is a philosopher-poet in the body of a cockroach; Mehitabel is a free-spirited cat.
Performances at 8 p.m. Wednesday - Monday, with Sunday brunch matinees at 1 p.m.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Phone: 541-488-2902. Ticket Phone: 541-488-2802. Venue website: http://www.oregoncabaret.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Cabaret Theatre, First and Hargadine, Ashland, OR.
Karaoke!
Nightlife / Clubs
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $0. Phone: 541-535-3447.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 PM – Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 AM.
The Little Brown Jug, 104 S. Pacific Highway Talent, OR 97540-6648.
Cycling - A Valley Training Ride- race pace 20-plus miles
Greenway
A valley training ride begins at 8:30 a.m. every Sunday along the bike path at Bad Ass Coffee Co. in Medford. Race pace, 20-plus miles. Ride leader is Glenn Gann. Call 779-6986.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Phone: 541-779-6986.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:30 AM.
Rides begin at the bike path at Bad Ass Coffee Co. 143 S. Riverside Ave. Medford, OR.
Medford Giant Outdoor Flea Market
Flea markets
Annual outdoor Labor Day Sunday parking lot market. "Something for Everyone" beginning at 9 a.m. Free to the public.
Category: Community. Reservations: Reservations are required for sellers. Artist/event website: www.fleaforall.net. Cost: Free to the public. Phone: 541-772-8211.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 9:00 AM.
Medford National Guard Armory parking lot
1701 South Pacific Highway,
Medford, OR.
Creekside Sunday Market in Rogue River
Home and garden
Arts, crafts, fresh produce and food will be available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays through October at the corner of Main and Park streets in Rogue River.
Region: Rogue River. Phone: 541-621-2730.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
At the corner of Main and Park streets in Rogue River.
Lithia Park Nature Walks
Outdoors & Recreation
Every Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through September 28, rain or shine, trained volunteer naturalists from Ashland Parks and Recreation will lead an easy 1.5-hour nature walk through Lithia Park. Topics will include trees, flowers, birds, climate, water, geology, and the history of the park.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-488-5340.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Meet at the entrance to Lithia Park, across from the Plaza in Ashland.
The Artists' Workshop 24th Annual Art Show
Exhibits & Galleries
The art show runs from Aug. 22-Sept. 1. The gala reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23.
Category: Arts/Entertainment.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
U.S. Hotel Ballroom, Jacksonville, OR.
Jacksonville Celebrates the Arts!
Fairs/festivals
This three day outdoor event features many fine artists from the Pacific Northwest exhibiting their works, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, photography, and more. Event highlights include local musical groups and soloists as well as petting animals for the kids.
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Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 541-899-8019.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Corner of C and North Fifth streets
Jacksonville, (nearby parking available).
Sunday Community Art
Kids' Activities
This is open to all in the community. Come in as a family and enjoy creating art together.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5 per person/child. Registration: None required, just drop in. Phone: 541-488-5698. Artist/event website: www.ashlandartisangallery.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Ashland Artisan Gallery and Art Center
163 E Main St
Ashland, OR 97520.
Taste of Harry & David
Food
Southern Oregon’s premier food and wine event which includes food and wine, live music, over 50 sampling stations, special sales and more.www.harryanddavid.com.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Regular admission is $15. Save $5 on admission with a food bank donation (make a donation of five non-perishable boxed or canned food items. Phone: 541-864-2277.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Harry and David Country Village
1314 Center Drive
Medford.
NINTH ANNUAL URCC RUBBER DUCK RACE
Community
Directions: Follow Highway 62 to Rogue River Drive, turn left into Regional Park. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5 PER DUCK ADOPTION. Phone: 541-878-2702.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
UPPER ROGUE REGIONAL PARK
SHADY COVE, OREGON.
Broadway Musical "John & Jen"
Theater
This two-person musical takes place during four decades that changed American life. The story is told through 22 songs that explore the complex relationship between a brother and sister who grew up in a dysfunctinal, middle-American home in the Vietnam War era. The play was an off-Broadway hit in 1995.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Shows are at noon and 5 pm. Sundays Aug. 17- Sept. 28, with dinner shows on Wednesdays, Sept. 17 and 24. Tickets are $22 for show only; $38 for lunch matinee; $48 for dinner theater. Reservations: Reservations are recommended. Call 476-6882. Phone: 541-476-6882.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 PM.
Summer Jo's, 2315 Upper River Road Loop, Grants Pass, OR.
OSF TALKS IN THE PARK: Sarah Rutan, actor
Lectures
Informal talks with company members of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 PM.
Bill Patton Garden, outside Gate 1 of the Elizabethan Stage/Allen Pavilion, 15 S. Pioneer St. Ashland.
Bill Leonhart, 7-string jazz guitarist performs
Concerts
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5. Wine and refreshments will be available. Phone: 541-776-2315.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford, OR.
Empowerment for the Willing Mind
Classes/Workshops
PawUpClose
Empowerment for the Willing Mind.
Free local seminars at the Jackson County Library in Medford.
Sunday, Aug. 31, at 1 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 7 at 2 p/m.
The event will last 1 1/2 hours. We will be discussing topics pertaining to personal growth and how we as individuals can become more empowered to create the life we truly desire.
This event is free. There is no sales pitch, nothing to buy, and nothing to sign up for.
Learn more at http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html.
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Reservations: http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html. Registration: http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html. Phone: 541-227-3444. Email: paw@pawupclose.com. Directions: http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html. Ticket Web Link: http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html. Ticket Phone: 541-227-3444. Venue website: http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html. Artist/event website: http://www.pawupclose.com/Seminars.html.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Medford Branch Library, 205 S. Central Ave. Medford, OR.
For more info visit www.pawupclose.com. "A View from the Bridge"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
The Ashland Scrabble Club
Clubs / Organizations
All levels of expertise are invited. Call Travis at 227-9633 or e-mail travischaney@jeffnet.org.
Category: Community. Phone: 541-227-9633. Email: travischaney@jeffnet.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Beanery, 1602 Ashland St. Ashland, OR.
"Tales of Fannie Keenan Better Known as Dora Hand"
Theater
"Tales of Fannie Keenan Better Known as Dora Hand" is a new musical about the old West starring Sarah Jane Nelson and Mark Turnbull, with music and lyrics by Mark Turnbull and directed by Doug Rowe.
Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays, and 4 p.m. Sundays Aug. 29-Sept. 29.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $22 adults, $15 students 21 and under. Senior special $18 on Sunday, Aug. 31, and Friday, Sept. 5. Tickets online at www.oregonstageworks.org, at the Music Coop in Ashland and Grocery Outlet in Medford. Phone: 541-482-2334. Ticket Web Link: http://www.oregonstageworks.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 4:00 PM.
Oregon Stage Works, 191 A. St. Ashland, OR.
"End of Year Music Festival" featuring a barbecue and concerts
Concerts
The concert will get underway at 6 p.m. with a lineup headed by guitarist and songwriter, Chuck Pyle. Dandelion Jo will perform eclectic folk, Bluegrass and Americana music. Doshier and other string players, including Alex Goldman of The Goldman Family, Mark "Pappy" Adams, Sam Cuana and Ray Miatke will perform from 4 to 5:30 p.m. during the outdoor dinner provided by Smoke-N-Man BBQ. Dinner will be served from 4 to 6 p.m. The show is from 6 to 10 p.m.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Tickets are $25 or $30 per couple and include dinner and the show. Tickets to the show only are $10 each, or $15 per couple. Tickets are available at Central Point Parks and Recreation, 140 S. Third St. or by calling 664-3321, ext. 261 or 263, or at the door. Phone: 541-494-6300. Ticket Phone: 541-664-3321.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Crater High School Performing Arts Center, 655 N. Third St. Central Point, OR.
Country 2-step lessons
Dance
Country 2-step lessons every Sunday.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8 per person. Phone: 541 531 2214. Email: tina@dancefactoryinfo.com. Directions: In Cobblestone Village next to Casa Ramos. Venue website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com. Artist/event website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
The Dance Factory
1257 N Riverside Ave. Suite 13, Medford, OR.
OSF Green Show: Terra Nova Consort presents Spanish Renaissance Music
Concerts
Terra Nova Consort presents Spanish Renaissance music performed on period instruments.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Venue website: http://www.osfashland.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 6:45 PM.
On the bricks in the Oregon Shakespear Festival courtyard, Ashland.
Joe Bonamassa performs
Concerts
Blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa will perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Rogue Theatre in Grants Pass.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Call 541-471-1316. Ticket Phone: 541-471-1316.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Rogue Theatre, 143 S.E. H St. Grants Pass, OR.
"Further Hedda"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"The Comedy of Errors"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Lend Me a Tenor" A Comedy Performance
Regional
Chaos reigns when the Cleveland Grand Opera Company imports the world-famous tenor, Tito Morelli, to launch its season with a performance of Verdi's Otello. When Morelli is discovered passed out in his dressing room from too many tranquilizers, the company manager scrambles to make sure the show, as always, goes on. Who will perform? Will the audience notice? This crowd-pleasing comedy fills the theatre with enough laughs to have you singing its praises for weeks to come. www.camelottheatre.org.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Ticket Prices:
Plays are $18 general admission and $16 for seniors (65 or over)/students; Previews $10. Phone: 541-535-5250. Directions: Sunday Matinees are at 2 p.m.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Camelot Theatre Company
101 Talent Ave. Talent.
archy and mehitabel
Regional
Archy is a philosopher-poet in the body of a cockroach; Mehitabel is a free-spirited cat.
Performances at 8 p.m. Wednesday - Monday, with Sunday brunch matinees at 1 p.m.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Phone: 541-488-2902. Ticket Phone: 541-488-2802. Venue website: http://www.oregoncabaret.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Cabaret Theatre, First and Hargadine, Ashland, OR.
Reading: Michael Mish's "Flower By The Road"
Regional
"Flower By The Road" is a love story in anxious times, directed by Bruce Wallace Hostetler. One performance only.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $10 at the door. Phone: 541-482-2334. Venue website: http://www.oregonstageworks.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Stage Works, 191 A St. Ashland, OR.
Cycling - Siskiyou Velo Club 25-mile ride
Greenway
A Siskiyou Velo Club 25-mile ride begins at 9:30 a.m. every Monday at Colver Park in Phoenix and cycles to Jacksonville. Brisk pace, gently rolling terrain. No ride leader.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 9:30 AM.
Begins at Colver Park in Phoenix.
The Artists' Workshop 24th Annual Art Show
Exhibits & Galleries
The art show runs from Aug. 22-Sept. 1. The gala reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23.
Category: Arts/Entertainment.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
U.S. Hotel Ballroom, Jacksonville, OR.
Southern Oregon Central Labor Council's Annual Labor Day Picnic
Concerts
All working people, union and non-union, are invited to attend the Council's annual Labor Day picnic from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 1 at TouVelle State Park. There will be speeches by local politicians, food, games and live music by The Rogue Suspects and Dave and Tammy Marston.
Region: Medford. Cost: Parking is $3. Phone: 541-482-6988.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
TouVelle State Park, nine miles northeast of Medford on Table Rock Road.
Pilates Reformer Class
Health
Category: Health. Artist/event website: www.vervepilates.com. Cost: $15/class. Email: vervepilates@yahoo.com.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Verve Pilates Studio
121 E. Sixth St
Medford.
Labor Day Picnic "Skate"
Outdoors & Recreation
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Venue website: www.sk8info.com. Cost: Admission $6 includes free skater's meal
*skate rental extra*. Phone: 541 772-1400.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 1:15 PM – 3:30 PM.
Roller Odyssey
2425 S. Pacific Highway
Medford.
Tom Romano, author of "Birds of Prey and Endangered Raptors," will read pages from his book.
Book/poetry readings
There will be copies of this children's book available to sign. Bird handlers will have the actual species of bird there to discuss them with the audience.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: No admission charge, but donations accepted. Make a reservation in advance. Phone: 541-476-0222.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 2:00 PM.
Wildlife Images, 11845 Lower River Road, Grants Pass.
Swing Dance for beginners!
Dance
A class for beginners who want to learn swing dancing to blues and contemporary music. No partner required. Both singles and couples welcome!
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8 per class. Directions: In Cobblestone Village Next to Casa Ramos. Artist/event website: www.DanceFactoryinfo.com.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Dance Factory
1257 N. Riverside Ave. Medford, OR
In Cobblestone Village next to Casa Ramos.
Bonnie Raitt
Arts & Entertainment
Tickets for Britt's 2008 season are now on sale to Britt members and will go on sale to the general public May 12. Call 773-6077 or 1-800-882-7488. Britt's box office is open 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 216 West Main St. Medford.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Reserved: $76; Lawn: $46; Child (0-12): $34. Ticket Web Link: http://www.brittfest.org. Ticket Phone: 541-773-6077. Venue website: www.brittfest.org.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 7:30 PM.
Britt Festivals, Jacksonville.
"Tales of Fannie Keenan Better Known as Dora Hand"
Theater
"Tales of Fannie Keenan Better Known as Dora Hand" is a new musical about the old West starring Sarah Jane Nelson and Mark Turnbull, with music and lyrics by Mark Turnbull and directed by Doug Rowe.
Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays, and 4 p.m. Sundays Aug. 29-Sept. 29.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $22 adults, $15 students 21 and under. Senior special $18 on Sunday, Aug. 31, and Friday, Sept. 5. Tickets online at www.oregonstageworks.org, at the Music Coop in Ashland and Grocery Outlet in Medford. Phone: 541-482-2334. Ticket Web Link: http://www.oregonstageworks.org.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Stage Works, 191 A. St. Ashland, OR.
The Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market
Home and garden
The market offers flowers, produce, plants, baked goods and crafts.
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-261-5045. Email: info@rvgrowersmarket.com. Artist/event website: http://www.rvgrowersmarket.com.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Ashland Armory, 1420 E. Main St. Ashland, Or.
Story time at Talent Library
Kids' Activities
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-535-4163.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 10:30 AM.
101 Home St. Talent, OR.
Story time at White City Library
Kids' Activities
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-864-8880.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 10:30 AM.
White City Library, 3143 Avenue C, White City, OR.
Story time at Ashland Library
Kids' Activities
The Library's storytimes are geared to toddler and preschoolers and last about 30 minutes.
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-774-6995.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 11:30 AM.
Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR.
Brown Bag For Obama
Political Events
Join Obama supporters to meet and discuss the campaign, organize and to learn more about volunteer opportunities!
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Directions: Between Holly and Ivy streets on Main Street. Artist/event website: www.barackobama.com.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
The gazebo in Alba Park, at Holly and Main streets, Medford.
"A Midsummer Night's Dream"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
Story time at the Applegate Library
Kids' Activities
Category: Community. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 2:30 PM.
Applegate Library, 18485 N. Applegate Road, Applegate, OR.
Southern Oregon Brainstormers Support Group and Social Club Meeting
Support Groups
New support group and social club for people who have had a brain injury. Speakers and social events have been scheduled. Space is available at the hospital for family members or caregivers who provide transportations and wish to wait at the hospital.
Category: Community. Cost: None. Reservations: None. Phone: 541-621-9974. Directions: Corner of Crater Lake Avenue and McAndrews, in Medford (enter main entrance, turn left).
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Providence Medical Center, Birthplace Conference Room, 1111 Crater Lake Ave. Medford, OR.
Pacific Bible College Fall Semester
Classes/Workshops
Fall classes at Pacific Bible College begin from Sept. 2 to Sept. 9 and run for 15 weeks. For detailed information on classes in evangelical theology and more visit our website at www.pacificbible.com.
Directions: One block off Highway 99 at the corner of Front and Third streets. Category: Community. Venue website: www.pacificbible.com. Cost: $60 per credit unit
$50 per audit unit. Phone: 541-776-9942. Email: admissions@pacificbible.com.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:00 PM.
409 N Front St.
Medford, OR.
Beginning Ballroom Dance Lessons
Dance
Fun and small beginning level ballroom classes taught by a professional instructor. Small class sizes for more personal attention.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $30 per person for four weeks. Phone: 541 531 2214. Email: tina@dancefactoryinfo.com. Directions: In Cobblestone Village next to Casa Ramos. Artist/event website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Dance Factory
1257 N Riverside Ave. Suite 13, Medford, OR.
Cycling - Siskiyou Velo Club
Greenway
Siskiyou Velo Club begins a ride at 6 p.m. every Tuesday at the Talent Grotto Restaurant parking lot. Distance and pace TBA. Ride leader is Charles Whitaker. Call 488-4349.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Phone: 541-488-4349.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:00 PM.
Ride begins at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the Grotto Restaurant in Talent.
The Siskiyou Singers Choral Auditions
Auditions
The Siskiyou Singers invite those with prior choral experience to audition for the winter concerts. All voices are welcome and no prepared material is necessary.
Region: Ashland. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 541-482-5290.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:15 PM.
First Methodist Church, Wesley Hall, 175 N. Main St. Ashland, OR.
Sweet Adelines International rehearsals
Clubs / Organizations
The Southern Oregon Sound Sweet Adelines International rehearses from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Rogue Valley Christian Church in Medford. The four-part women's a cappella chorus offers vocal training in barbershop harmony. Women who are interested in participating are invited to call 774-9606.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 541-774-9606.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rogue Valley Christian Church
1440 S. Oakdale Ave.
Medford, OR.
Bible Study Course
Religious
The First Church of the Nazarene will accept enrollment for a a 12-week Bible study course at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2. The study, "Foundational Truth," will be of the book of Exodus. Cost is $21. Call 779-7777.
Category: Community. Cost: $21. Phone: 541-779-7777.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:30 PM.
First Church of the Nazarene, 1974 McAndrews Road, Medford, OR.
Juggling Club
Recreation
Talent Juggling Club!
Beginning to advanced jugglers welcome.
We have equipment and skills to share.
We meet on Tuesdays, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
in the Talent Elementary School gymnasium.
Questions? Call Jordan at 535-1163.
Directions: http://atlas.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?formtype=address&addtohistory=&address=307%20W%20Wagner%20St&city=Talent&state=OR&zipcode=97540&country=US&geodiff=1. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: none. Phone: 541-535-1163.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Talent Elementary School gymnasium, 307 W. Wagner Creek Road, Talent, OR.
Green Show at OSF: Carnival of the Animals
Dance
Nutshell Masks and Theater presents "Carnival of the Animals," a mask-dance show based on the musical suite by Camille Saint-Saens.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Venue website: http://www.osfashland.org.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:45 PM.
On the bricks in the Oregon Shakespeare Festival couryard, Ashland.
University Toastmasters
Clubs / Organizations
Master the art of pblic seaking. The Toastmasters meeting is a learn-by-doing workshop in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a friendly environment. It's a safe place where there is no failure.
Category: Community. Cost: Guests are welcome for free. Reservations: Drop-ins welcome. Email: lauragar@mind.net. Directions: Up Mountain Street, across from SOU. Ticket Phone: 324-4538. Artist/event website: www.universitytm.org.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Peace House
543 S. Mountain St
Ashland.
Ballroom Dance lesson
Dance
No partner required. Fun and casual atmosphere.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8 per person. Phone: 541 531 2214. Directions: In Cobblestone Village next to Casa Ramos Mexican Restaurant. Artist/event website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
The Dance Factory
1257 N Riverside Ave. Medford, OR.
Reading: Jeff Golden's "Unafraid"
Theater
A reading of Jeff Golden's "Unafraid," a novel of the possible co-directed by Peter Alzado and Jeff Golden. Three performances only Sept. 2-4.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $15 at the door or at www.unafraidthebook.com. Phone: 541-482-2334. Ticket Web Link: http://www.unafraidthebook.com.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Stage Works, 191 A St. Ashland, OR.
"Further Hedda"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"The Comedy of Errors"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
Good Neighbor Day
Fundraisers
Judy's Ashland Flower Shop is promoting Good Neighbor Day on Sept. 3 by giving away one dozen roses to anyone who comes into the shop. Each person can only keep one rose for themselves, they have to give the other 11 away to friends and neighbors. If anyone brings in a can of food, they can be entered in a drawing to win a $100 bouquet. The food is for ACCESS.
Category: Community. Phone: 541-482-3481.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008.
Judy's Ashland Flower Shop, 180 E. Main St. Ashland, OR.
Heart of Medford Association meeting
Clubs / Organizations
The Heart of Medford Association will now meet at the Medford Library at 8 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month.
Category: Community. Phone: 541-779-9991.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 AM.
Medford Branch Library, 205 S. Central Ave. Medford, OR.
Lithia Park Nature Walks
Outdoors & Recreation
Every Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through September 28, rain or shine, trained volunteer naturalists from Ashland Parks and Recreation will lead an easy 1.5-hour nature walk through Lithia Park. Topics will include trees, flowers, birds, climate, water, geology, and the history of the park.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-488-5340.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Meet at the entrance to Lithia Park, across from the Plaza in Ashland.
Cycling - Siskiyou Velo Club 25- to 40-mile ride
Greenway
A Siskiyou Velo Club 25- to 4-mile ride begins at 10 a.m. every Wednesday at the Roasting Co. in Ashland. Moderate terrain, brisk pace. No ride leader.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 10:00 AM.
Begins at the Roasting Co. in Ashland.
Story time at Eagle Point Library
Kids' Activities
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-826-3313.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 10:30 AM.
Eagle Point Library, 239 W. Main St. Eagle Point, OR.
Story time at the Ashland Library
Kids' Activities
The Ashland Library Storytimes are geared to toddlers and preschoolers and last about 30 minutes.
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-774-6995.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 10:30 AM.
Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR.
Story time for Preschoolers at the Medford Library
Kids' Activities
The Storytelling Guild invites preschool children and their caregivers to a weekly storytime at 11 a.m. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 2 at the Central Library, 205 S. Central Ave. Stories, songs and finger plays are used to encourage children to become early readers.
Evening storytimes will continue at 6 p.m. Mondays.
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-774-8678.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 11:00 AM.
Medford Branch Library's Children's Department, 205 S. Central Ave. Medford, OR.
Story time at Jacksonville Library
Kids' Activities
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-899-1665.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 11:00 AM.
Jacksonville Library, 340 W. C St. Jacksonville, OR.
Brass Rubbing
Art critiques/demos
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday- Saturday to Labor Day. Fifty-five facsimiles of historic English brasses. Fun for all ages. No experience required.
Region: Ashland. Artist/event website: www.tudorguild.com. Cost: $5 and up depending on the brass selected. Phone: 541-482-0940.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Bill Patton Gardens behind the Elizabethan Theatre at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland.
Rogue Valley Women's Connection buffet luncheon
Clubs / Organizations
The luncheon's theme is "Patchwork Adventures," and there will be a quilting demonstration. Soloist Teryl Casebier will perform and Kathy Kolynuik of Bend will give a motivational talk.
Category: Community. Cost: $15. Free child care is available. Reservations: Call 855-7695 or 245-1652 for reservations by Monday, Sept. 1. Phone: 541-855-7695.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2000 Oakwood Drive, Medford, OR.
Pilates Reformer Class
Health
Category: Health. Artist/event website: www.vervepilates.com. Cost: $15/class. Email: vervepilates@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Verve Pilates Studio
121 E. Sixth St
Medford.
OSF Lecture: "Equal Opportunity Offender"
Lectures
Bill Rauch, OSF director, will speak on "Equal Opportunity Offender: The Making of The Further Adventures of Hedda Gabler" as part of the ongoing lecture series by Oregon Shakespeare Festival company members and visiting scholars.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Tickets are $7 for adults; $6 for members; and $5.25 for youth 6 -7. No late seating. Tickets are available at the festival box office.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 12:00 PM.
Carpenter Hall, 15 S. Pioneer St. Ashland.
Adventures in Story Time
Kids' Activities
Join KIDS Imagination Discovery Space as they explore the wonderful world of books!
Category: Community. Cost: Admission: $5 children; $2adults; members free! Phone: 541-772-9922. Email: tara@discoveryspace.org. Venue website: www.DiscoverySpace.org.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Kid Time! Discovery Experience
226 N. Ross Lane
Medford OR 97501.
"A View from the Bridge"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
RCC/SOU Higher Education Center Open House
Community
The new Higher Education Center will hold an open house from 3 to 7 p.m. Sept. 3.
Classes start Sept. 29.
Region: Medford. Venue website: http://www.rcc-sou.org.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
101 S. Bartlett St. Medford, OR.
Story time at Gold Hill Library
Kids' Activities
Category: Community. Cost: Free. Phone: 541-855-1994.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 3:00 PM.
Gold Hill Library, 202 Dardanelles St. Gold Hill, OR.
John Trujillo and Friends Play Blues & Jazz at Summer Jo's
Nightlife / Clubs
Beginning May 14, Summer Jo's in Grants Pass will present Blues & Jazz from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays. Each week will feature different local music legends sitting in with John Trujillo and friends.
Opening night will feature B. Wishes. Music is included with a meal, no cover charge, no drink minimum.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: No cover charge. Reservations: Recommended. Phone: 541-359-1886.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Summer Jo's, 2315 Upper River Road Loop, Grants Pass, OR.
Belly dance class for beginners
Dance
Beginner's class
This class starts at the very beginning. If you have never had any exposure to belly dance, or even to any other form of dance, this is the class for you. Likewise, if you have ever taken a class and felt lost, frustrated or in over your head this class may be a good way to begin again.
If you have taken belly dance lessons with another instructor, this class will familiarize you with Tiazza's teaching style and technique.
Young, old, fat, thin, tall, short; any woman can become a graceful and beautiful dancer under Tiazza’s tutelage. This class is the place to begin your journey of discovery.
In this dance technique class, you’ll learn all the foundations of this ethnic dance form and get some great exercise. This class will cover the basics of hip, rib cage, and arm isolations, as well as simple turns, traveling steps, veil work, combinations, and choreography. Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement. Come join us for creative movement and exercise in a positiv…
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $50 punch card available for 10 classes
$8 for drop-ins. Registration: Pre-registration highly encouraged. Phone: 541-210-8471. Email: tiazza@tiazza.com. Ticket Web Link: http://tiazza.com/tiazza/tiazzapmt.html. Ticket Phone: 541-210-8471. Venue website: http://fitnessdancestudio.com/. Artist/event website: http://tiazza.com/tiazza/tiazzaclass.html. Artist/event website 2: http://www.tiazza.com.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
The Fitness Dance Studio
827 N Central Ave
Medford, OR 97501.
Swing and Night Club Dancing Lessons
Dance
Swing and night club dancing lessons for beginners will be offered every Wednesday.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8 per person or $30 per month. Phone: 541 531 2214. Email: tina@dancefactoryinfo.com. Directions: In Cobblestone Village next to Casa Ramos. Venue website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com. Artist/event website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Dance Factory
1257 N Riverside Suite 13, Medford, OR.
"Break the Chains: Slavery in the 21st Century"
Lectures
"Break the Chains: Slavery in the 21st Century," is a five-week series of forums addressing issues surrounding the sex industry worldwide. The forums will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 1. The schedule is:
Sept. 3: Charity Marquis will talk about her work with women who have been part of the sex slave trade in the U.S.
Sept. 10: Police Lt. Tim Doney and Jackson County Justice of the Peace Joe Charter will discuss local aspects of the sex industry.
Sept. 17: A video conference is planned with Sue Omanson of Elizabeth House, a rescue and restoration site for trafficked women.
Sept. 24: Mylinda Baits of Costa Rica will speak about human trafficking issues in that country.
Oct. 1: Forum members will discuss what they've learned and what can be done in the future.
For more information, call 779-7831.
Category: Community. Cost: Admission is free. Reservations: No reservations required. Phone: 541-779-7831.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM.
Eastwood Baptist Church, 675 N. Keene Way Drive, Medford, OR.
Mountain Biking- All ages - John's Peak, Jacksonville
Greenway
Sponsored by Cycle Analysis, these mountain bike rides are for all ages and abilities and are group-oriented. They begin at 6 p.m. at Cycle Analysis and include the John's Peak trail system. Every ride ends with free refreshments. Helmets and lights are required. For more information, e-mail Southern Oregon Mountain Bike Association at infor@somba.org or visit www.somba.org.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Phone: 541-899-9190.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM.
Meet at Cycle Analysis, 535 N. Fifth St. Jacksonville, OR.
OSF Green Show: Ballet Folklorico
Dance
Ballet Folklorico presents traditional Mexican folkdances by advanced youth performers.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Venue website: http://www.osfashland.org.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:45 PM.
On the bricks in the Oregon Shakespeare Festival courtyard, Ashland.
Mighty Bog Frogs
Nightlife / Clubs
Driving Celtic rhythms.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: No cover. Phone: 541-779-4455. Ticket Phone: 541-779-4455.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
4 Daughters Irish Pub, 126 W. Main St. Medford, OR.
Southern Oregon Antiques & Collectibles Club
Clubs / Organizations
The Southern Oregon Antiques & Collectibles Club holds its monthly meeting on the first Wednesday of every month. Monthly topics include books reviews, reproduction alerts and care of collectibles. Different programs are presented each month. For more information, contact Darlene Horn at 734-2289 or see www.soacc.com.
Category: Community. Phone: 541-724-2289. Artist/event website: http://www.soacc.com.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM.
Redmen Hall, 125 N. Holly St. Medford, OR.
Toastmasters Open House- Southern Oregon Speechmasters Club
Clubs / Organizations
Interested in developing or refining your public speaking and communication skills? Desire to broaden your leadership abilities? Would you like to make some new friends while doing both? Come check us out!
Category: Community. Cost: Free for visitors or join the club for a small fee! Reservations: Not necessary. Directions: On the northwest corner of Jackson and Columbus. Venue website: www.southernoregonspeechmasters.org.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Santo Center
701 N. Columbus Ave.
Medford.
Five Week Hebrew Reading Crash Course
Classes/Workshops
Chabad of Southern Oregon will conduct a five-week Hebrew class during September to help people with little or no background in the Hebrew language prepare for the High Holidays. The course focuses on teaching the Hebrew alphabet and reading skills. Each session is 90 minutes long and all students will receive a free Hebrew primer, which will enable them to practice reading at home.
Category: Community. Cost: On a sliding scale of $36-$54 per person. Registration: To sign up for the course call 482-2778 or visit www.chabadofashland.org. Phone: 541-482-2778. Venue website: http://www.chabadofashland.org.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM.
Chabad Jewish Center, 804 Hillview Drive, Ashland, OR.
Study the Torah
Religious
Rabbi Marc Sirinsky will lead Torah (Jewish Bible) study from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Temple Emek Shalom in Ashland. The community is invited to participate. The ability to read Hebrew is not necessary. Bring a translation of the Torah with you, or share one when you get there.
Category: Community. Phone: 541-488-2909.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Temple Emek Shalom, 1800 E. Main St. Ashland, OR.
Salsa Lesson followed by a Dance Party
Dance
The salsa lesson is at 7:30 followed by a dance party at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $8 per person with free sodas provided.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8 for lesson and dance party. Phone: 541 531 2214. Email: tina@dancefactoryinfo.com. Directions: In cobblestone Village right next to Casa Ramos. Venue website: www.dancefactoryinfo.com.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Dance Factory
1257 N Riverside Suite 13, Medford, OR.
"Chicago"
Theater
The Broadway musical and winner of six Tony Awards.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $62, $56, $50. Ticket Web Link: http://www.craterian.org. Ticket Phone: 541-779-3000.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater, 23 S. Central Ave. Medford, OR.
Reading: Jeff Golden's "Unafraid"
Theater
A reading of Jeff Golden's "Unafraid," a novel of the possible co-directed by Peter Alzado and Jeff Golden. Three performances only Sept. 2-4.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $15 at the door or at www.unafraidthebook.com. Phone: 541-482-2334. Ticket Web Link: http://www.unafraidthebook.com.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Stage Works, 191 A St. Ashland, OR.
"Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Othello"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"The Clay Cart"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Lend Me a Tenor" A Comedy Performance
Regional
Chaos reigns when the Cleveland Grand Opera Company imports the world-famous tenor, Tito Morelli, to launch its season with a performance of Verdi's Otello. When Morelli is discovered passed out in his dressing room from too many tranquilizers, the company manager scrambles to make sure the show, as always, goes on. Who will perform? Will the audience notice? This crowd-pleasing comedy fills the theatre with enough laughs to have you singing its praises for weeks to come. www.camelottheatre.org.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Ticket Prices:
Plays are $18 general admission and $16 for seniors (65 or over)/students; Previews $10. Phone: 541-535-5250. Directions: Sunday Matinees are at 2 p.m.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Camelot Theatre Company
101 Talent Ave. Talent.
Asylum Street Spankers
Concerts
The Austin-roots group plays a blend of old-time string band music, with vaudeville panache and wit.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Free admission for children under 12.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:30 PM.
Jackson WellSprings, 2253 Highway 99 N. Ashland, OR.
Karaoke!
Nightlife / Clubs
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $0.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 9:00 PM – Thursday, September 4, 2008, 12:00 AM.
The BoneYard Brew Pub, 404 E. Main St. Medford, OR.
Karaoke!
Nightlife / Clubs
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $0.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 9:00 PM – Thursday, September 4, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Red Lion (Characters Lounge), 200 N. Riverside Ave. Medford, OR.
Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market
Home and garden
The market offers fresh flowers, produce, plants, baked goods and crafts.
Category: Community. Cost: $0. Phone: 541-261-5045. Email: info@rvgrowersmarket.com. Artist/event website: http://www.rvgrowersmarket.com.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Medford Armory, 1701 S. Pacific Highway, Medford, OR.
Rummage Sale: Medford United Methodist Women and Men
Flea markets
Category: Community. Phone: 541-772-3735.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
First United Methodist Church, West Main and Laurel streets, Medford, OR.
Elastic Mind Book Discussion Group Meeting
Clubs / Organizations
The group will discuss "Changes in Attitude Towards the Career Woman."
Suggested readings include Susan Quinn's "Marie Cure: A Life," Madeleine Albright's "Madam Secretary," a biography of Eleanor Roosevelt or a book of your choice.
The Elastic Mind Book Discussion Group is open to the public. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and led by Joanna Fenn.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 541-774-6996.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Ashland Branch Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR.
Community Chorus for all ages
Clubs / Organizations
A new community chorus will meet from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Thursdays at the Medford Senior Center. All ages are welcome to participate.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 541-779-2796.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Medford Senior Center, 510 E. Main St. Medford, OR.
"Coriolanus"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
"Further Hedda"
Oregon Sh
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Varies. Ticket Web Link: www.osfashland.org. Ticket Phone: 541-482-4331.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 1:30 PM.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Main and Pioneer streets, Ashland, OR.
Free Presentation: Making the Switch to Digital Television
Community
Representatives from local television stations will offer free presentations explaining the Feb. 17, 2009, transition from analog to digital TV on the following dates at local libraries. The presentations will cover what you can do to make the switch from analog to digital TV, as well as information on the voucher program.
Region: Eagle Point. Venue website: http://www.jcls.org. Phone: 541-826-3313.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Eagle Point Library, 239 W. Main St. Eagle Point, OR.
Disc Golf Handicap league
Outdoors & Recreation
Three rounds gets you your handicap (much like ball golf). Pays top 4-5 players.
Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $2 plus optional $1 ace pot.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Holmes Disc Golf course, on Modoc, next to Hoover Elementary, Medford.
Thursday Night Jazz in the Garden
Arts & Entertainment
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5/cover. Reservations: none required; however we will accept for larger groups. Phone: 541-512-2955. Email: events@edenvalleyorchards.com. Directions: Just off Highway 99 and South Stage Road, between Ashland and Jacksonville. Venue website: www.edenvalleyorchards.com. Artist/event website: www.edenvalleyorchards.com.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
EdenVale Winery
2310 Voorhies Road, Medford, OR 97501.
Blues at Summer Jo's
Concerts
A summer music series featuring blues and jazz with John Trujillo and Friends will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays through the fall at Summer Jo's.
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Reservations: Reservations are recommended. Phone: 541-476-6882.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Summer Jo's, 2315 Upper River Road Loop, Grants Pass, OR.
Twilight Music Series: The Allison Scull and Victor Martin Duo
Concerts
Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5. Wine and refreshments are available. Phone: 541-776-2315.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford, OR.
Rogue Valley Peace Choir Orientation
Clubs / Organizations
Rogue Valley Peace Choir begins Sixth Season
Tenors, baritones & basses: If you love to sing, and have a wish to promote peace through song, you’re a perfect candidate for the Rogue Valley Peace Choir whose goal is to sing songs that inspire our community to live and act in ways that promote peace, social justice, and responsible stewardship of the earth.
The orientation for this year’s season is Thursday, Sept. 4, 6 p.m. at Havaurah Shir Hadash, 185 N. Mountain Ave/, Ashland.
The Rogue Valley Peace Choir is a non-audition community choir that asks, in addition to singing songs to inspire peace, for a commitment of time (rehearsals are 7-9 p.m. each Thursday through the middle of June), and the ability to match pitch. For more information visit www.sing4peace.org or e-mail membership@sing4peace.org.
Category: Community. Cost: no cost to come to orientation. Email: membership@sing4peace.org. Artist/event website: http://www.sing4peace.org.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 P