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Crater Drama presents GREATER TUNA – April 20-23, 2016

Crater Drama presents GREATER TUNA

by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard

Directed by Matthew R Reynolds

*please read in your best Texan accent J

Come take a trip down south to Texas’ THIRD smallest town, Tuna. First, we meet Thurston and Arles on their talk radio show. Today’s topics include the winner of the American Heritage […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:25-07:00April 6th, 2016|Event News, Performing Arts|Comments Off on Crater Drama presents GREATER TUNA – April 20-23, 2016

Hanley Farm 2016 Heritage Plant Sale Volunteers Needed

Southern Oregon Historical Society’s Hanley Farm Heritage Plant Sale will be May 7 and 8, 2016 from 10am to 3pm, 1053 Hanley Road. Join the volunteers that make it happen!

Positions available include greeters (pass out maps and explain the activities), cashiers (for both food and plants), plant monitors (keep the plants orderly and tables full), […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:25-07:00March 30th, 2016|Garden|Comments Off on Hanley Farm 2016 Heritage Plant Sale Volunteers Needed

Heritage Plants at Hanley Farm

The Southern Oregon Historical Society is pleased to announce the Annual Heritage Plant Sale at the Historic Hanley Farm, May 7 and 8, 2016 from 10am to 3pm. Hanley Farm is at 1053 Hanley Road between Jacksonville and Central Point. Admission is free.

Three generations of the Hanley family lived on and worked this farm starting […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:25-07:00March 30th, 2016|Event News, Garden, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Heritage Plants at Hanley Farm

SOHS Heritage Cemetery Day at Jacksonville’s Historic Cemetery

Join historian Dirk Siedlecki at Jacksonville’s historic cemetery on April 10, 2016 from 11am to 1 pm. Learn about the early history of the cemetery and about many of the souls who rest in this Silent City on the Hill. Meet your Docents at the top of the Cemetery Road near the flag pole. This […]

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Jacksonville Woodlands Association Expands Hike-a-Thon

Springtime in the Jacksonville Woodlands produces a show of nature’s beauty that rewards those having the good fortune to call Southern Oregon home. A profusion of wildflowers in bloom, the melodic calls of multiple bird species, and the sweet smell of the conifer and deciduous forest are just a few of the sensory experiences awaiting […]

By |2016-03-30T15:54:46-07:00March 30th, 2016|Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville Woodlands Association Expands Hike-a-Thon

Get Ready for the Jacksonville Garden Club 2016 Spring Sale

The Jacksonville Garden Club’s 31st Annual Spring Sale will be held in downtown Jacksonville on Saturday, May 7th, 2016 from 10:00am to 3:00pm in the alcove next to the Post Office on Oregon Street. The sale features fresh-cut spring flowers arranged in bouquets by Club members. Interesting plants, handmade papers, candies, cookies, brownies, breakfast pastries, […]

By |2016-03-30T12:50:01-07:00March 30th, 2016|Event News, Garden, Now|Comments Off on Get Ready for the Jacksonville Garden Club 2016 Spring Sale

Jacksonville Boosters Club 2016 Historic Home and Garden Tour

This month, Boosters Club President Mike McClain generously donated his column space so I could tell you about our upcoming Historic Home and Garden Tour happening in May. Our theme this year is “Unique Jacksonville…Enjoy our Past, Savor our Present,” offering a very special and exciting home and garden tour lineup!

The tour dates are Saturday, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:26-07:00March 30th, 2016|Event News, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville Boosters Club 2016 Historic Home and Garden Tour

The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Music at Wells Land Vineyard

The Applegate Valley has a unique, new vineyard to add to its flourishing wine industry. Wells Land Vineyard is located outside Jacksonville in the village of Ruch at 118 Hamilton Road. Replete with picturesque valley views and a beautiful mountain range, Wells Land make the perfect backdrop for weddings and wine tasting. What’s been created […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:26-07:00March 29th, 2016|Now, The Wine Scene|1 Comment

Britt Festival’s Taste of Summer 2016 – Call to Artisans

Taste of Summer is an annual celebration in Jacksonville presented by Britt Music & Arts Festival and the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce. The event includes a wine walk, live music, food booths, art, classic cars and more. This will be the second year in which selected artisans or crafters will be invited to show and sell their products.

Specifications:

Applicants […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:26-07:00March 24th, 2016|Art News & Events, Event News, Now, Performing Arts|Comments Off on Britt Festival’s Taste of Summer 2016 – Call to Artisans

Historic Road Trip Explores Early Agricultural Boom

Southern Oregon Historical Society announces the spring Miles Through Time Road Trip exploring historic Jackson County orchards on Sunday, April 17, 2016. The Road Trip starts at 9am (site to be announced) and ends at 1pm or 2pm, depending on pace.

Jackson County boomed when the Oregon and California Railroad opened up new markets for local […]

By |2016-03-24T12:52:36-07:00March 24th, 2016|Event News, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Historic Road Trip Explores Early Agricultural Boom

Stories & Songs from the Civil War

JACKSONVILLE, OR—Historians have called the American Civil War “a musical war,” and Confederate General Robert E. Lee once remarked that without music, there would have been no army. On Sunday, April 10, 2016, folk singer and historian David Gordon brings the music of the Civil War to life through original songs from the era along […]

By |2016-03-21T09:08:12-07:00March 21st, 2016|Event News, History News & Events|Comments Off on Stories & Songs from the Civil War

Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine exhibit to visit Medford, Oregon

Medford, Ore. – March 8, 2016– Celebrate the wonders of Oregon wine and the people who make it possible in Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine, a traveling exhibition curated by the Oregon Historical Society in collaboration with local history organizations and industry leaders. This unique, engaging exhibition, which will be on display at Southern […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:27-07:00March 18th, 2016|History News & Events, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine exhibit to visit Medford, Oregon

SOHS Healthy History Hikes: The Gin Lin Trail

Jeff LaLande strips away the years to reveal Chinese gold fever in a three quarter mile hike along the Gin Lin Trail in the Applegate. LaLande discovered many of these sites in his years of service as a Forest Service Archaeologist. The Healthy History Hikes series is co-sponsored by the Southern Oregon Historical Society and […]

By |2016-03-19T08:07:33-07:00March 18th, 2016|Event News, Now, Trail Talk|Comments Off on SOHS Healthy History Hikes: The Gin Lin Trail

61st Annual Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Show

Vendors from the Pacific Northwest and beyond are participating in the Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Society’s 61st annual Rock & Gem Show at the Olsrud Arena, at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. The event is April 2 & 3, 2016 and considered one of the most successful rock and gem shows on the West Coast!

This […]

By |2016-03-20T15:33:43-07:00March 12th, 2016|Event News, Now|Comments Off on 61st Annual Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Show

Wanted: Jackson County Master Recyclers

2016 Training Course Now Enrolling – Class Filling Quickly

Become a Master Recycler in 2016! Jackson County Recycling Partnership is now seeking residents of Jackson County to take part in the annual training course and volunteer service program. Participants gain a broad understanding of home waste prevention strategies, the local solid waste infrastructure, hazardous waste avoidance, […]

By |2016-03-12T18:59:32-08:00March 12th, 2016|Community, Event News, Garden|Comments Off on Wanted: Jackson County Master Recyclers

Documentary Concert “Romancing the West” Playing Jacksonville Inn

The popular touring documentary concert, “Romancing the West” returns to the town that inspired it all for a special dinner show at the Jacksonville Inn on Sunday, April 3rd, at 5:30pm. The critically-acclaimed time-traveling documentary concert takes audiences through 240 years of the American West, telling epic stories with historic imagery and original music. The […]

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Jacksonville’s Firewise Program Expanding Like Wildfire!

Plans to increase the number of Jacksonville neighborhoods whose residents have chosen to work with each other to create safer environments for all, during fire season, by establishing defensible space around their homes are coming to fruition.

Recently, the neighborhoods of “Gold Terrace” and “Vineyard View” were recently recognized as nationally-certified Firewise communities. Chief Devin Hull […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:27-07:00March 12th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Community, Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville’s Firewise Program Expanding Like Wildfire!

Say Cheese! 12th-Annual Oregon Cheese Festival is March 19, 2016

The Oregon Cheese Festival is back on Saturday, March 19th, 2016 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Rogue Creamery, located at 311 North Front Street (Hwy. 99) in Central Point. This not-to-be-missed culinary celebration is held under two large tents at Rogue Creamery’s Central Point facility. This twelfth-annual festival is a great way for guests to […]

By |2016-03-12T18:25:56-08:00March 12th, 2016|Event News, Now|Comments Off on Say Cheese! 12th-Annual Oregon Cheese Festival is March 19, 2016

Oregon Wine Competition® Announces Impressive Set of Judges, Becomes Statewide Competition

MEDFORD, Ore.–The Oregon Wine Experience® is pleased to announce that a panel of six exceptional judges has been finalized for this year’s Oregon Wine Competition® to be held August 6-7, 2016. These nationally renowned experts herald a significant change in the competition. Previously restricted to wines made with 100 percent Southern Oregon AVA grapes, this […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:27-07:00March 4th, 2016|Now, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on Oregon Wine Competition® Announces Impressive Set of Judges, Becomes Statewide Competition

Flute/Guitar Ensemble Duo Damiana to Perform

As part of Britt’s continuing efforts to bring professional musicians into local schools, Duo Damiana will visit  Hedrick Middle School in Medford, and North Medford High School. The flute/guitar duo is made up of Molly Barth and Dieter Hennings, and, as Duo Damiana, they are focused on broadening the cutting-edge body of repertoire for flute […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:27-07:00March 3rd, 2016|Event News, Now, Performing Arts|Comments Off on Flute/Guitar Ensemble Duo Damiana to Perform

Special Presentation of “Birds and Bird Nests” at Applegate Library

The public is invited to a special presentation, “Birds and Bird Nests” on Saturday March 5, 2016 from 11:30am- 12:30pm, at the Applegate Branch Library, 18485 North Applegate Road.

Get the facts about our local birds and their habitats from local science expert John Jackson of Bugs-R-Us. What is a bird nest made with? What do […]

By |2016-03-02T14:49:43-08:00March 2nd, 2016|Event News, Now|Comments Off on Special Presentation of “Birds and Bird Nests” at Applegate Library

“Lost at Sea” Survivor to Tell Story as Benefit for Needy Child – by Meri Haworth

“Meri, we’re in trouble. Please call the church and ask the congregation to pray for us.” That was the brief and distressing phone call that I received from my husband, Bob Haworth, via satellite phone last August 27th. Bob was calling from the 46-foot ketch-rigged sailboat, “Glory” which, at that moment, was floundering in the […]

By |2016-03-01T08:37:28-08:00February 29th, 2016|Community, Event News, Now|1 Comment

“Soul” Proprietor Turns Over Reigns of the Bella Union

Recently, ownership of the Bella Union, (“The Bella”) changed hands when its founder and soul of the company, Jerry Hayes, sold his interest in the restaurant to his long-time employees, Tom Bates and Christian Hamilton. Hayes has now assumed a “mentor” role, and will remain as the Secretary of the corporation that owns the Bella. […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:28-07:00February 29th, 2016|Now|10 Comments

SOHS Map Now Includes Historical Markers in Jackson County

The Southern Oregon Historical Society’s website now includes a map to a unique series of historical markers in Jackson County that were placed by the Society in the 1970s. All but the Tub Springs marker are made from welded sections of railroad rail. Just exploring the online map can be fun and educational. Its researchers, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:28-07:00February 22nd, 2016|History News & Events|Comments Off on SOHS Map Now Includes Historical Markers in Jackson County

Lion Dance Clinic at the Rogue Valley Mall

The Southern Oregon Historical Society invites you to join them for Lion Dance Clinic on Sunday, March 13 at 1 pm at the Rogue Valley Mall. St. Mary’s students will teach observers how to perform the traditional Lion Dance featured in the annual Chinese New Year parade. Instruction will include the cultural and historical significance […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:28-07:00February 22nd, 2016|Event News, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Lion Dance Clinic at the Rogue Valley Mall

City of Jacksonville Town Hall on Livelihood of City Services

A town hall meeting will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2016 to discuss the livelihood of our Fire and Police Departments. This is the chance for the public to speak regarding their views and needs for City Services.

  • Date: Saturday, March 19
  • Time: 10:00am-noon
  • Location: Old City Hall,  205 W Main Street,  Jacksonville OR 97530

By |2020-09-30T14:17:30-07:00February 22nd, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Community, Event News, Now|Comments Off on City of Jacksonville Town Hall on Livelihood of City Services

Experienced Wine and Culinary Director to Join DANCIN Vineyards

DANCIN Vineyards (www.dancinvineyards.com), announces the appointment of Juliana Marca as their General Manager. She assumes her duties on March 1.

“Juliana’s approach to wine, culinary and hospitality is consistent with our philosophy of providing the best possible experience for our guests,” said DANCIN co-owner Dan Marca. “Her attention to detail, knowledge and passion for […]

By |2016-02-22T16:17:25-08:00February 22nd, 2016|Now, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on Experienced Wine and Culinary Director to Join DANCIN Vineyards

The Jacksonville Stink-hole

Around 4 pm on Wednesday, February 17, I (Whit Parker, Publisher of the Jacksonville Review) was one of the first to call the Jacksonville Police Department to report a natural gas smell in downtown Jacksonville. After first noticing the strong gas-like smell in my office located on the far, east side of California Street in […]

By |2016-02-18T16:48:54-08:00February 18th, 2016|Now|Comments Off on The Jacksonville Stink-hole

Music in the Valley: Rogue Valley Fiddle Makers and Chinese Instruments

Music filled the Rogue Valley a century ago as it does today! On Saturday Feb. 27, 2016 from 10am-12pm at the downtown Medford History Center of the Southern Oregon Historical Society, Stephen Bacon of Bellwood Violin will talk about three groups of Southern Oregon fiddle makers and show representative Chinese instruments that were used in […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:30-07:00February 10th, 2016|Event News, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Music in the Valley: Rogue Valley Fiddle Makers and Chinese Instruments

Protect our Children Training Courses Offered

A local mother of two shows-up unexpectedly at her kids’ caregiver’s house one day. As she enters the house, her fears and suspicions are confirmed. The trusted caregiver has been sexually abusing her children.

Her discovery brings many emotions, but one thing she knows is that she was able to stop it early. She recognized the […]

By |2016-02-21T10:19:34-08:00January 28th, 2016|Community, Event News, Now|Comments Off on Protect our Children Training Courses Offered

2016 Chinese New Year Celebration Schedule of Events

Chinese New Year Celebration | Saturday, February 27, 2016 | Year of the Monkey

Schedule of Events – Saturday, February 27, 2016

8 AM “Monkey Around” 5K Fun Run – Our ninth annual race is a fast and easy, family-friendly run. The race starts promptly at the Bigham Knoll Campus (525 Bigham Knoll Drive). Top 3 male and female winners will […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:30-07:00January 28th, 2016|Event News, Now|Comments Off on 2016 Chinese New Year Celebration Schedule of Events

Ronald W. Moore

On January 17, 2016 at 2:20pm, Jacksonville lost an artist whose instrument was a camera.

Ronald W. Moore passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family—his wife of 58 years, Dee; son Steven, cousin Penni Viets, and dear family friend, Dianne Helmer. Ron was well-known and admired for his insightful black and white photographs of […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:30-07:00January 28th, 2016|Obituaries|Comments Off on Ronald W. Moore

‘Jungle Book’ Performed by Tears of Joy Puppet Theatre

CRATERIAN THEATER AT THE COLLIER CENTER – 23 SOUTH CENTRAL AVENUE, MEDFORD
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2016
4:00 PM AND 6:30 PM PERFORMANCES
FREE ADMISSION:
Donation of a new or gently used children’s book appreciated
Sponsored by: Storytelling Guild & Craterian Performaces

For it’s annual Winter Program, the Storytelling Guild brings Portland-based Tears of Joy Puppet Theatre to Medford for two […]

By |2016-01-28T11:03:31-08:00January 28th, 2016|Event News|Comments Off on ‘Jungle Book’ Performed by Tears of Joy Puppet Theatre

“Courage in the Golden Valley: Southern Oregon Chinese History”

A New Exhibition from the Southern Oregon Historical Society

This month, the Southern Oregon Historical Society opens its 2016 annual exhibition—“Courage in the Golden Valley: Chinese History in Southern Oregon” which highlights the lives and impact of 19th century Chinese immigrants to this region, presenting this history through the voices and perspective of the Chinese to […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:31-07:00January 27th, 2016|Event News, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on “Courage in the Golden Valley: Southern Oregon Chinese History”

2016 Southern Oregon Home Show: Ready, Set Spring!

It’s going to be warming-up before we know it and you can feel the energy as we move from winter into spring! The construction industry here in Southern Oregon has taken a big turn for the better and is heating-up, as well. Just like the rain and the snow that has been falling recently, we’ve […]

By |2016-01-27T18:27:51-08:00January 27th, 2016|Event News, Now|Comments Off on 2016 Southern Oregon Home Show: Ready, Set Spring!

New Associate Joins Jacksonville Insurance

Dan & Ginny Buck, owners of Jacksonville Insurance, are pleased to announce that Jodie Baldwin is the newest associate to join the firm. Jodie is licensed to sell and service all lines of insurance.

Jodie grew up in Kentfield, California with her four sisters and mother. She brings a vast array of business experience with her, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:31-07:00January 27th, 2016|Now|Comments Off on New Associate Joins Jacksonville Insurance

Success for Pam Card is a Piece of Cake!

Jacksonville’s Pam Card has been passionate about cake for 25 years, when she took her first cake decorating class in the mid 1980’s. Today, Mrs. Card’s Cakes is a full-scale, boutique bakery, specializing in custom wedding cakes and other sugary delights. After years of crafting cupcakes, cookies and wedding cakes for friends and clients in […]

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A Big Month for Southern Oregon Wine

The New Year in the Southern Oregon wine industry got off to a splendid start thanks to international acclaim and attention from Wine Enthusiast Magazine and the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition!

Wine Enthusiast Magazine, one of the world’s premier and most-respected magazines on the subject, named Ashland, Oregon one of its “10 Best Wine Travel […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:31-07:00January 27th, 2016|Now, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on A Big Month for Southern Oregon Wine

Ida Lindsey Clearwater – Psi Tua“Little Bird”

Ida Clearwater was born in 1916, to Harris and Emma Lindsey, near Texanna in the Canadian District of the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma. When Ida was four years old, the family moved to Burkburnett, Texas, an oil boomtown. It was there where she met her paternal great-grandmother, Mary Ann Riley and her maternal grandmother Mary […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:32-07:00January 25th, 2016|Obituaries|Comments Off on Ida Lindsey Clearwater – Psi Tua“Little Bird”

Crater Drama Presents 7 Plays, 24 Hours, 1 Cabaret!

Crater Drama Presents 7 plays, conceived, constructed, rehearsed and performed all in 24 hours!

The process is simple, or maybe not so much. Writers, directors, and a handful of actors all gather on the evening of Friday, February 5th to begin their journey into the world of a 24 hour theatre production. Once the students enter […]

By |2016-01-22T12:59:53-08:00January 22nd, 2016|Performing Arts|Comments Off on Crater Drama Presents 7 Plays, 24 Hours, 1 Cabaret!

James Warren Oakes

Jim was born on December 12, 1941 to Grant Wilson and Hazel Audrey Oakes in Chicago, IL. and died on December 26, 2015. He completed the family, which included his brother, Grant, and sister, Marilyn. When he was 12 the family moved to Southern California where he graduated from Santa Ana High School in 1959. […]

By |2016-01-18T19:10:26-08:00January 18th, 2016|Obituaries|Comments Off on James Warren Oakes

Around The World with South Stage Cellars in 2016

This winter, take a 6-week, palette-pleasing trip around the world from the comfort of South Stage Cellars’ first-class tasting room in historic Jacksonville. Enjoy unique wine flavors paired with regional food from six different wine regions around the world, and learn about their unique history and culture.

On this “trip,” you won’t have to pack any […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:32-07:00January 16th, 2016|Now, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on Around The World with South Stage Cellars in 2016

John Haskell Lichtenwalner

A Pacific Northwest artist, John Haskell Lichtenwalner, 94, of Jacksonville Oregon, passed away peacefully early on January 4, 2016 at Providence Hospital in Medford, Oregon, after a brief illness. His family and his good Augustinian friend Father Jim Clifford were with him, and his wife Francie held his hand throughout his last hours. He is […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:32-07:00January 12th, 2016|Obituaries|1 Comment

Pillowcase Project: A Preparedness Education Program for Kids

Learn about personal and family preparedness, including hazards and how to stay safe during emergencies that occur in our region during the Pillowcase Project, for children ages 8-11, a preparedness education program put on by the American Red Cross. The Pillowcase Project has a limit of 25 children, so please call the library to register.

Saturday, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:34-07:00January 11th, 2016|Community, Now|Comments Off on Pillowcase Project: A Preparedness Education Program for Kids

Britt Announces 2016 Slate of Camps/Workshops

MEDFORD, OR — Britt’s Education and Engagement department announces its lineup of camps and workshops for 2016. The programs focus on a variety of music genres, and serve students from preschoolers through adults. With the goal of providing the community opportunities to explore the act of creative expression through music, Britt collaborates with teaching musicians […]

By |2016-01-07T16:58:35-08:00January 7th, 2016|Event News, Now, Performing Arts|Comments Off on Britt Announces 2016 Slate of Camps/Workshops

Marijuana Shops Banned in City for Now

Tuesday, January 5, 2016 – The City Council passed one of the first Ordinances of the New Year tonight, declaring a ban on Medical and Recreational Marijuana Dispensaries, Processing Sites and other related restrictions within the city limits. The Council also voted to refer the matter to the voters by placing the issue on the November 8, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:34-07:00January 5th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|1 Comment

Saturday mornings at Shooting Star Nursery Winter/Spring 2016 Class Schedule

All classes begin at 10am and are located at the nursery unless indicated otherwise, space is limited so please be sure to register.

~During classes there will also be a sandbox, treasure hunt, and some kid friendly activities (children are still under parents supervision) as well as hot coffee and refreshments.

*denotes kid friendly class, bring your […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:35-07:00December 29th, 2015|Garden, Now|Comments Off on Saturday mornings at Shooting Star Nursery Winter/Spring 2016 Class Schedule
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