Tips for Houseguest Visits – by Linda DeWald
We live in a magical gem of a city. It’s a joy when friends and family visit from afar...
Fireworks – Rules & Safety – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Using fireworks is illegal within the Jacksonville city limits...
Quilts, Quilts & More Quilts! By Carolyn Kingsnorth
The 33rd Annual Quilt Show runs from 10am to 4pm, July 8 & 9; 10am to 3pm, July 10, at Jacksonville Elementary School...
Unique and Fascinating Look at Metal Artist in Action
Saturday, June 25, Cheryl Garcia demonstrated her metal-working technique at South Stage Cellars...
Live Metalworking Demonstration at South Stage Cellars
This Saturday, June 25, 2-6pm, metal artist, Cheryl Garcia will give a live demonstration at South Stage Cellars...
Can the Legislature kill Oregon’s wine industry?
Applegate vintner and Review columnist Duane Bowman penned a must-read op-ed in June 21 Mail Tribune...
Wine Taste at Valley View and Learn about Southern Oregon Land Conservancy
Southern Oregon Land Conservancy is holding an information gathering/wine tasting this Sunday, Jun 26 from 1-3pm at Valley View Winery...
Art Amble this Friday, June 24, 5-7pm!
33 stores, tasting rooms & restaurants will be open and/or featuring 26 artists for the Art Amble This Friday, 5-7, downtown Jacksonville
Good Bean Expanding to East Medford & Safeway Stores
Michael and Mary Kell of Jacksonville’s GoodBean Coffee Company are expanding the reach of their brand...
Live Music Options in Jville!
Check out all of these great venues for live music at our local tasting rooms, restaurants & bars!
Free Movie Night – this Friday, 17th!
This Friday's presentation of 1776 at Old City Hall begins at 6:30 PM!
Gold Dust Cafe Opens in Jacksonville
Gold Dust Café replaces Jaspers, and offers up hand-crafted burgers, a variety of gourmet sandwiches and wraps...
Pioneer Summer Camps at Hanley Farm!
Hanley Farm's Pioneer Summer Camp - July 18-22 & July 25-29...
Jacksonville Particpates in SOPTV Membership Drive
Jacksonville merchants came together to offer a "Staycation Package" worth $1400 for the June SOPTV Membership Drive!
Britt Festivals Gets Off to a Jumpin’ Great Start!
Michael Franti on the exciting Britt Hill opened the 49th season...
A Fabulous Jacksonville Event Saturday, June 11th
"Taste of Summer" event in Jacksonville was outstanding!! Hundreds of residents and visitors from all over the country came to enjoy the festivities! Photo Gallery here...
Enjoy Hanley’s Self-Guided Tours
Hanley Farm is open Fridays (4-7pm), Saturdays & Sundays (11am-3pm), June 3-August 28, for self-guided tours...
Pony Espresso adds Beer, Wine & Music!
Wine & beer are now being served at Pony Espresso...happy hours from 4-6, open until 8 Thursday through Saturday...
June 11th Events in Jacksonville!
Check out the Events happening in Jacksonville & Applegate on June 11th...
Heritage Fair Photos!
Southern Oregon Heritage Society’s Heritage Fair at Hanley Farm on Saturday, June 4th brought out huge crowds – and everyone of all ages enjoyed the day!
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Shearing Alpacas – by Linda DeWald
June 5th was Shearing Day at Rolling Hills Alpacas. Check out the process and some great pics...
China Business & Education Conference comes to Jacksonville
Mel & Brooke Ashland hosted the China Business and Education Conference at their Bigham Knoll Campus on Saturday, June 4...
Britt Adds SECOND Michael Franti Performance!
The added performance will be Sunday, June 12 at 7pm on the Britt Hill in Jacksonville.
New – SENIOR WATCH PROGRAM
This program is to assist senior citizens or disabled adults who reside within the city limits, alone, with no means or capacity...
Heritage Fair at Hanley!
Children's Heritage Fair Returns June 3 for school groups and June 4 for public at Hanley Farm...
Out & About – at the ART AMBLE!
Check out these great photos of the Art Amble on Friday, May 27 in downtown Jacksonville! Great turnout - and beautiful art!
Quarterflash to Perform at Troon
Troon Vineyard set to host Wildlife Images benefit concert featuring 80s rock band, Quarterflash, June 18th at 5:30 pm
Jacksonville Pharmacy Closes
The Jacksonville Health Mart Pharmacy at 310 E. California Street has closed its doors.
Flags for Our Veterans in the Cemetery
Flags are in place on all of the Veterans graves in the Historic Cemetery. Friends of the Cemetery will be on site Sunday, May 29 & Monday, 30th to assist people and answer questions.
“Burning to Learn” – Firefighters Will Burn J’ville Home
On June 4, 2011 firefighters from Jacksonville Fire & Rescue will be burning a house at 560 “G” Street for training purposes.
Starthistle Fly-in Memorial Day Weekend!
This Memorial Day weekend, May 28-30, the skies over Woodrat Mountain in Ruch will once again be filled with 100+ Paraglider and Hanglider pilots from around the nation...
Farm-Fresh Food Delivered To Your Door!
New CSA in Jacksonville will bring organic, fresh fruits, vegetables, pastries weekly to your Jacksonville home...
Art Amble Returns May 27!
Starting this month - on May 27, from 5-7pm, the Art Amble will be held every month on the fourth Friday in downtown Jacksonville!
Mark Your Calendar for Britt Opening Day in Downtown JVille June 11!
Taste of Summer” will be Saturday, June 11 in downtown Jacksonville. The day will include a host of activities for families and adults alike, including a newly added matinee concert with Britt favorite Michael Franti.
Jaspers Burgers Is Leaving Jacksonville
Jaspers Cafe at 100 E. California Street is closing their Jacksonville location on May 31. After two years serving up burgers, shakes and fries, the owners, the Lopez’s, decided to concentrate on their Medford location.
The new owners, known by us as only Bobbi and Matt […]
Artist Gabriel Mark Lipper at Elan Gallery
Reception for Danna Tartaglia cancelled. Elan Gallery will feature Gabriel Mark Lipper's art - details to be announced.
Movie Night in Jacksonville Friday, May 13
May’s Movie Night at Old City Hall brings us a change of pace with a classic adventure film, “The Sea Hawk,” starring Errol Flynn...
Want a Beautiful Hike? Try Forest Park!
Wow! Forest Park is looking amazing – thanks to a hard-working crew of Rangers and volunteers. The New Wooden Panel has great information on the trails and history of this great park. Located 1.7 miles from Downtown Jacksonville on Reservoir Road, the park offers some […]
Forest Park Day – Saturday, May 7
Come out and enjoy FOREST PARK DAY this Saturday, MAY 7, 2011 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Farmer’s Market & Garden Club Sale Returns!
Don't Miss the Farmer's Market & Plant Sale this Saturday, May 7, 9 -2 at the Courthouse Grounds...
Toss Your Toxins!
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Days Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7 at Rogue Transfer & Recycling LLC
A Burning Question
Fire just West of Jacksonville is a proscribed burn...
Fun at the First Annual Mai Fest at Bigham Knoll!
The First Annual May Day Celebration on May 1st drew huge crowds for music, May Pole, kids face painting, beer, pretzels and all-around fun...
A Few Minutes with the Mayor – by Paul Becker
ON CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Last month I wrote of the many citizen volunteers who devote their time, their resources, and their energy, to our city. Naturally, not every one has the time to devote to commissions or committees, or for that matter […]
Britt Holding Job Faires
West Coast Events, Britt’s new partner in concessions, will be hosting job fairs and hiring sessions for beverage and food service positions on the Britt hill for the 2011 Britt season.
The job fairs will be:
Saturday May 7th from 12–8 p.m., and Sunday May 8th from […]
Huge Turnout for the Historic Beekman Egg Roll!
More than 100 join the Easter Egg Roll Festivities at the Historic Beekman House
Celebrate May Day at Bigham Knoll!
Traditional May Day at Bigham Knoll on May 1st, Noon to 6pm
Easter Events
Easter Events for the Family on April 23 & 24th
Frau Kemmling German Restaurant Gets Conditional Approval
Prep Kitchen Approved Subject to 5 Conditions at Planning Commission Meeting Last Night (April 13)