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Artist Elaine Witteveen Passes Away at 98

Longtime Jacksonville resident and artist Elaine Witteveen passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at the age of 98.

Elaine was born and raised in Chicago and attended the Art Institute of Chicago. In 1946, she relocated to Jacksonville where she worked as an artist from her home studio […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:11-07:00March 22nd, 2015|Art News & Events, Now, Obituaries|Comments Off on Artist Elaine Witteveen Passes Away at 98

Belles & Beaus Easter Sunday Promenade

On Easter Sunday – April 5, 2015 – Jacksonville’s fashionable favorites will enjoy a Sunday Brunch at Jacksonville Inn before strolling the sidewalks from 2:00-4:00pm in their finest late 1800’s to early 1900’s-style attire. Don’t miss this chance to get a glimpse of some truly remarkable clothing from an era gone by. The Belles & […]

By |2015-04-05T17:19:23-07:00March 20th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on Belles & Beaus Easter Sunday Promenade

Cash Donations Needed for Annual Frank Carter Easter Egg Hunt

Organizers of the annual Frank Carter Easter Egg Hunt are in-need of cash donations to help offset increasing event expenses. This year, the fun and famous egg hunt will be held on Saturday, April 4 at the Bigham Knoll Campus field…the event will be attended by hundreds of local kids. The family-friendly festivities start at […]

By |2015-04-05T17:20:35-07:00March 20th, 2015|Community, Event News, Now|Comments Off on Cash Donations Needed for Annual Frank Carter Easter Egg Hunt

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Bigham Knoll Campus is April 23

Ashland Partners, located on the Bigham Knoll campus in Jacksonville is sponsoring an American Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, April 23 from 10 am to 3:30 pm in the Ballroom. Donors may schedule an appointment by contacting the American Red Cross at www.redcrossblood.org using sponsor code: Jville or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

All […]

By |2015-03-19T07:46:56-07:00March 17th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on American Red Cross Blood Drive at Bigham Knoll Campus is April 23

March Movie Night is a Double Feature at Old City Hall

This month we are pleased to present our TWIN FEATURE ORIENTAL DETECTIVE NIGHT starring Warner Oland as Charlie Chan and Peter Lorre as Mr. Moto. Charlie Chan and Mr. Moto are the two most popular Oriental detectives in Hollywood history.

Our Charlie Chan feature, CHARLIE CHAN AT THE OLYMPICS, uses actual footage from the 1936 Berlin […]

By |2015-03-16T11:38:53-07:00March 16th, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on March Movie Night is a Double Feature at Old City Hall

New “Book Talks” Literary Series at South Stage Cellars

In the first in a new series, Molly Best Tinsley will read from her newest novel, Broken Angels, at Book Talks on Thursday, March 19, from 6:00-8:00pm at South Stage Cellars Tasting Room, 125 South 3rd Street, Jacksonville.

Book Talks at South Stage is a new monthly series featuring authors from The State of Jefferson. You […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:12-07:00March 16th, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on New “Book Talks” Literary Series at South Stage Cellars

New Leaf Mobiles a Work of Art at The Crown Jewel

Inspired by nature and a walk in the Jacksonville Woodlands, Jason Robison’s leaf mobiles have elements of leaves, branches, color and movement. Jason, the owner of Jacksonville’s The Crown Jewel says, “It is fun trying to get the balance and form just right.” With a torch and hammer, he creates the structure of the mobiles […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:12-07:00March 13th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on New Leaf Mobiles a Work of Art at The Crown Jewel

2015 Oregon Wine Experience Announces Wine Competition Judges

Les Martin of Red Lily Vineyards in the Applegate Valley announced that six incredibly-respected wine judges have been confirmed for the 2015 Oregon Wine Experience wine competition. Formerly known as the “World of Wine,” the week-long event was re-named to reflect a growing number of entrants and regional importance. Held each August in  and around […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:12-07:00March 10th, 2015|Now, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on 2015 Oregon Wine Experience Announces Wine Competition Judges

Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Society 60th-Annual Rock & Mineral Show

This marks the 60th-year that the Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Society hosts one of the most successful rock and gem shows on the West Coast—a rock hound’s dream come true! The Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Show will be held at the Olsrud Arena at the Jackson County Fairgrounds in Central Point on Saturday, […]

By |2015-03-09T07:32:16-07:00March 9th, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Society 60th-Annual Rock & Mineral Show

Jacksonville Chamber Makes Staffing Changes at Visitor Information Center

The Chamber is making staffing changes at the Visitor Information Center (VIC) to direct more resources to marketing while still serving the needs of our local visitors.  As stewards of 50% of the Transient Room Tax it is appropriate to re-align resources with today’s needs.

Travelers and visitors access information about Jacksonville much differently now.  Our […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:13-07:00March 7th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville Chamber Makes Staffing Changes at Visitor Information Center

Art Presence “Authors Read” Series

Art Presence Art Center is delighted to announce that we now carry the works of Jacksonville authors! We celebrate them with an ongoing exhibit of their books in the gallery; most are available for purchase. Author readings are a new element of our monthly receptions, and three of these talented writers will appear each month […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:13-07:00March 5th, 2015|Art News & Events|Comments Off on Art Presence “Authors Read” Series

Meals-to-Go Expanding Operation and Offerings

Chef Kristen Lyon (on left) is no stranger to local foodies. The 36-year-old chef and entrepreneur first emerged on the local food scene, making a name for herself working at the McCully House.

“When I moved to Ruch ten years ago, it introduced me to the extensive range of locally-sourced food products available right here in […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:13-07:00March 5th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on Meals-to-Go Expanding Operation and Offerings

Local Woodcarving Works Now On Display

This month, March 2015, catch an interesting artistic display of carved wood pieces and some of the tools of the trade in the lobby display cases at the Jacksonville Library. Many of the items featured were carved by Jacksonville carver Harvey Bower.

Harvey-Bower-2 Just as an […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:14-07:00March 5th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on Local Woodcarving Works Now On Display

Historic Action Moves Courthouse Renovation Forward

At its March 3, 2015 meeting, the City Council took historic action when it voted to approve three key contracts for Phase I in the renovation of the historic courthouse into city offices.  The Review is pleased to announce that firms chosen are local firms!  Kistler, Small & White Architects was awarded the contract for […]

By |2015-03-04T17:33:26-08:00March 4th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Historic Action Moves Courthouse Renovation Forward

Be a Britt Classical Host This Summer

This summer, beginning on July 26, about 100 musicians will descend on Jacksonville. They’re all members of some of the country’s leading orchestras and come to town to be part of the annual three-week-long Britt Classical Festival. Many of them stay here in Jacksonville, where 41 local families open their hearts and homes to them […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:14-07:00March 4th, 2015|News From Britt Hill, Now|Comments Off on Be a Britt Classical Host This Summer

Planning Party & Open House for Cantrall Buckley Park Enchanted Turtle Habitat Playscape

Friends, families, and those who live and play in the Applegate Valley are invited to an Open House hosted by volunteers from the Jacksonville/Applegate Valley Cohort of the Ford Institute Leadership Program to learn about the exciting plans for an Enchanted Turtle Habitat playscape at beautiful Cantrall Buckley Park.

We have been planning and designing for […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:14-07:00March 2nd, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Planning Party & Open House for Cantrall Buckley Park Enchanted Turtle Habitat Playscape

Rogue Valley Symphony Announces 2015-2016 Season

Martin Majkut, Music Director of The Rogue Valley Symphony announced the orchestra’s 2015-16 season on Sunday, February 22, 2015 at an invitation-only season preview for sponsors.  The season will include five Masterworks concerts with gems such as Claude Debussy’s La Mer, Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 “Pastorale”, and the Oregon premiere of a new […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:14-07:00February 28th, 2015|Performing Arts|Comments Off on Rogue Valley Symphony Announces 2015-2016 Season

What’s Trending – by Joelle Graves

Speaking of Antiquing – March 2015

My friend Charlotte, in New York keeps me abreast of the latest decorating news. We are both lovers of mixing old and new. A new dress with a vintage pin—a vintage dress with a new scarf…an Ikea dining table with flow blue—a mahogany table with stark white. My daughter paired […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:15-07:00February 27th, 2015|Featured Stories, Speaking of Antiquing|Comments Off on What’s Trending – by Joelle Graves

Beetle Kill Prompts Tree Removal

This week, several large, dead and/or diseased fir trees were removed from areas surrounding the Sarah Zigler Trailhead in the Jacksonville Woodlands Trail system. Following tree falling incidents last year, City Administrator Jeff Alvis undertook a tree health assessment and identified trees that were deemed hazardous to public safety and arranged for their removal.  One […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:16-07:00February 26th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on Beetle Kill Prompts Tree Removal

Earthshaking News on Courthouse Renovation

At 2 pm on Thursday, February 26, Mayor Paul Becker and others gathered at City Hall to open and review 4 contractor bids for the seismic upgrade portion of the historic courthouse renovation. Bids were made by Batzer Construction ($298,600), Taylor Site Development ($357,900), The Ausland Group ($221,150), and Vitus Construction ($308,992).
After announcing the bids, […]

By |2015-02-26T16:57:06-08:00February 26th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Earthshaking News on Courthouse Renovation

Oregon Shakespeare Festival to Host Hip-Hop Poetry Open Mic Events

Free open mic events offer showcase for community members as well as featured artists

Ashland, Ore.— The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) will host three free Hip-Hop Poetry Open Mic events this spring on March 9, April 6 and May 4. All Hip-Hop Poetry Open Mic events will take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:16-07:00February 26th, 2015|Performing Arts|Comments Off on Oregon Shakespeare Festival to Host Hip-Hop Poetry Open Mic Events

Mary the “Worm Lady” Passes On

Mary Lillian Probert, affectionately known by all as the “Worm Lady,” passed away on January 10th at the age of 85. Mary, a longtime town resident, was preceded in death by her mother, Katie Lillian “Lil” Kezer,” also a longtime resident of Jacksonville. Mary and “Lil” were best known for the sale of their worms […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:16-07:00February 25th, 2015|Now, Obituaries|Comments Off on Mary the “Worm Lady” Passes On

Volunteer for a “De-vine Intervention” Work Party at Jacksonville Woodlands

Come help with a “de-vine intervention” in the Jacksonville Woodlands on Saturday March 21, 9:30am-12pm– where we will remove invasive English ivy from the forest.  We will save trees from death-by-ivy and protect woodland flowers and shrubs.  Meet at the parking lot on Jackson Creek just outside of Jacksonville; snacks and gloves will be supplied.  […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:16-07:00February 24th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Volunteer for a “De-vine Intervention” Work Party at Jacksonville Woodlands

CSA Farms Celebrate National CSA Sign-Up Day February 28

Farms from around the country are celebrating National CSA Sign-Up Day on February 28. The day encourages food consumers to buy a share of their local farm’s harvest for the 2015 season, a buying model known as Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA. In the Rogue Valley, seven farms are offering CSA programs this year. For […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:17-07:00February 24th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on CSA Farms Celebrate National CSA Sign-Up Day February 28

Britt Festival Announces 2015 Classical Programs

Britt Festival just announced their 2015 Britt Classical Programs! Tickets go on sale to both members and non-members on Friday, February 6, 2015 at 9am. Get your tickets at brittfest.org!

 

Friday, July 31 – 8 p.m.

ABRAMS: Visceral

SCRIABIN: Poem of Ecstasy

ORFF: Carmina Burana

Guest Artists: Hugh Russell, baritone; Celena Shafer, soprano; Javier Abreu, tenor, Southern Oregon […]

By |2015-02-27T12:04:48-08:00February 22nd, 2015|News From Britt Hill, Now, Performing Arts|Comments Off on Britt Festival Announces 2015 Classical Programs

South State Cellars Rising Stars Music Competition to Benefit LIFEArt

In late February, Jacksonville again takes center stage of the Southern Oregon music scene when the South Stage Cellars Rising Stars music competition returns to town—at Redmen’s Hall. The five Saturdays of fun starts-off with four semi-final rounds on February 28, March 7, March 14 and March 21. The final round will be held on […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:17-07:00February 22nd, 2015|Community, Event News, Now, Performing Arts, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on South State Cellars Rising Stars Music Competition to Benefit LIFEArt

Cantrall-Buckley Park Kicks-off Fun-Drive

Applegate Valley’s premier community-run park is getting a make-over! The Greater Applegate Community Development Corporation (GACDC) is beginning a drive to raise funds to rehabilitate the park’s well-used 40-year-old playground. Over $50,000 will be needed. Parents, kids, private foundations, Jackson County Parks, businesses, non-profits, artists, and residents from the local area are all getting-in on […]

By |2015-02-09T16:53:36-08:00February 9th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Cantrall-Buckley Park Kicks-off Fun-Drive

New Downtown Park Courtesy of Global Cache

In mid-January, the vacant lot next to the Global Cache/Picos building underwent a major transformation when it was converted into a charming park. The project was made possible thanks to the generosity of GC building owners Walt Keller and Robin Ford. Global Cache, which occupies the upper floor of the building, employs 20 locals—it’s a […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:18-07:00February 5th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on New Downtown Park Courtesy of Global Cache

Saturday Mornings at Shooting Star Nursery – Spring 2015 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 |2020-09-30T14:18:18-07:00February 5th, 2015|Event News, Garden, Now|Comments Off on Saturday Mornings at Shooting Star Nursery – Spring 2015 Class Schedule

A New Day Is Dawning At Scheffel’s Toys & More!

The remodeling is complete on Jacksonville’s famous toy store – Scheffel’s Toys & More! Owners Linda & Bill Graham invite you to drop-in and check-out the newly-designed interior featuring an incredible line of toys, puzzles, dolls, books and more.  Bill & Linda, along with their wonderful general contractor Bruce Silva and super-duper painter Jim Adair […]

By |2015-02-06T18:33:18-08:00February 1st, 2015|Now|1 Comment

February Movie Night at Old City Hall

Here Comes Mr. Jordan, our film for February is a delightful romance-comedy fantasy with a perfect cast. Starring Robert Montgomery, Evelyn Keyes, Claude Rains, and Edward Everett Horton, the film was so successful it was remade three times. This original version is regarded as the best, and rightfully so.
You may remember Evelyn as Scarlett’s younger […]

By |2015-02-22T10:29:48-08:00February 1st, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on February Movie Night at Old City Hall

Penny and Lulu Expanding Offerings!

January marked the four-year anniversary of the fabulous floral studio known as Penny and Lulu. To celebrate their budding success, owners Susie Penwell and Carol Lowenberg have moved their retail studio from its original warehouse to 18 Stewart Avenue—the vintage ivy-covered brick building on the northwest side of the Highway 99/Stewart Avenue intersection pictured here.

The […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:18-07:00January 28th, 2015|Now|Comments Off on Penny and Lulu Expanding Offerings!

PBS’ “The Grand View” Artists at Valley View Winery

Valley View Winery proudly presents The Grand View Artists and their newest paintings featuring a very special artist guest: Stefan Baumann, PBS TV star of “The Grand View: America’s National Parks Through the Eyes of an Artist” on Saturday, February 7th from 1-4pm.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy the festivities which will feature:

  • Resident artist and happy […]
By |2020-09-30T14:18:19-07:00January 25th, 2015|Art News & Events, Now, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on PBS’ “The Grand View” Artists at Valley View Winery

2015 Rod & Custom Show is Set!

Charity Event has raised $550,000 for Southern Oregon Children

Presented by Rogue Valley Street Rods, the 2015 Southern Oregon Rod & Custom Show takes place February 14 and 15, 2015 in four buildings at The Expo at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. Entrance fee is $8 for adults 13 and over, $2 for kids six to 12, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:20-07:00January 23rd, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on 2015 Rod & Custom Show is Set!

New Year…New Priorities? – by Whitman Parker

My View – February 2015

This year, our City Council must weigh the importance of and address several challenges including the Courthouse, the Jacksonville Dam, the need for a new Fire Station and updating the Comprehensive Plan and Urban Growth Boundary.

On the Courthouse: the decision to move city offices into the historic building is seen by […]

By |2015-01-23T17:00:14-08:00January 23rd, 2015|Publisher's View|Comments Off on New Year…New Priorities? – by Whitman Parker

The Biggest Fundraiser For Special Olympics Oregon

Pledge Your Allegiance In The Beavs vs. Ducks Challenge

MEDFORD, OR – At 11 AM February 21 more than 400 people will take turns plunging into the chilly outdoor pool at Medford’s Jackson Aquatic Center. It’s the state-wide annual Oregon Law Enforcement Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR) presented by Fred Meyer. Participants will raise […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:21-07:00January 22nd, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on The Biggest Fundraiser For Special Olympics Oregon

Weird Al Yankovic First Act Announced for Britt’s 2015 Season!

From Mail Tribune
Posted Jan. 20, 2015 @ 11:24 am

Britt Festivals has announced one act for its 2015 season, nearly three months before the full list is released.

Iconic parody songwriter Weird Al Yankovic will take to the Jacksonville venue’s stage Sept. 2 as part of his Mandatory World Tour, according to a news release from Britt.

Yankovic […]

By |2015-01-21T16:47:06-08:00January 21st, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on Weird Al Yankovic First Act Announced for Britt’s 2015 Season!

Safety of Jacksonville’s historic U.S. Hotel subject of debate

By Tony Boom
for the Mail Tribune
Posted Jan. 13, 2015 @ 5:51 pm
Updated Jan 13, 2015 at 9:56 PM
A local history buff says the iconic Jacksonville building is in trouble, but others disagree

JACKSONVILLE — Mortar slowly washing away from bricks at the U.S. Hotel has history buff Larry Smith worried about the future of one of […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:21-07:00January 14th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Safety of Jacksonville’s historic U.S. Hotel subject of debate

Grow Your Mind and Your Garden!

The OSU-Jackson County Master Gardeners™ will host three classes in February from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturdays at the OSU Extension Service Auditorium, 569 Hanley Road, Central Point. The cost of the classes is $15 each; it’s free for certified Master Gardeners. The classes are also eligible for MG recertification. There will be outdoor […]

By |2015-03-31T15:35:00-07:00January 9th, 2015|Community Resources, Event News, Garden, Now|Comments Off on Grow Your Mind and Your Garden!

New Britt Parking Lot Complies with Code, Council Says

By Tony Boom
for the Mail Tribune
Posted Jan. 7, 2015 @ 5:36 pm

After nearly two hours of testimony, deliberation and debate on definitions for structures, driveways, shoulders, foundations and roadways, the City Council ruled Tuesday that Britt Festivals’ new parking lot on First Street is in compliance with city development codes.

Oregon’s Land Use Board of Appeals […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:23-07:00January 8th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on New Britt Parking Lot Complies with Code, Council Says

WINGS: Celebrating The Life And Work of Elaine A. Witteveen

The Rogue Gallery honors longtime Rogue Valley artist Elaine A. Witteveen in an exhibit of her paintings in acrylic, watercolor, and mixed media. Elaine celebrates the joyous beauty and mystery of life in rich, abstract paintings.

Approximately 40 paintings Elaine Witteveen has produced in the last twenty years will be displayed. A few of the paintings […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:23-07:00January 7th, 2015|Art News & Events, Now|Comments Off on WINGS: Celebrating The Life And Work of Elaine A. Witteveen

“BElieve in YOUrself” A celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.

Central Point’s 2nd annual celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., will be from 6-7pm on Thursday, January 15th. King was the chief spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement, which successfully protested racial discrimination in federal and state law. The campaign for a federal holiday in King’s honor began soon after his assassination […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:23-07:00January 7th, 2015|Performing Arts|Comments Off on “BElieve in YOUrself” A celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.

“Naked Art” at Art Presence!

The “Naked Art” show at Art Presence Art Center begins Friday, January 9, 2015 and continues through March 1, 2015 – with a reception Saturday, January 10, 2015 from Noon to 3:00pm. “Naked Art,” will give art enthusiasts a chance to add more to their collections for less by purchasing unframed, […]
By |2015-02-27T14:10:43-08:00January 6th, 2015|Art News & Events, Now|Comments Off on “Naked Art” at Art Presence!

January Movie Night at Old City Hall

January’s film, Modern Times, is a comedy… but one with a dagger pointed straight into the heart of our industrial society. Only Charlie Chaplin could play a soul, who’s struggling to live free in a machine age that is binding him to endless repetition, in a job where workers are reduced to machines. This is […]

By |2015-01-19T08:28:59-08:00January 1st, 2015|Event News, Now|Comments Off on January Movie Night at Old City Hall
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