Jefferson Public Radio's 28th Annual Wine Tasting takes place on Thursday, December 4, 2008 from 6 to 9 PM at the Ashland Springs Hotel.  This State of Jefferson holiday tradition features over 20 Oregon wineries pouring premium vintages and fine restaurants and caterers serving delectable hors d'oeuvres and confections.

This year's event is generously sponsored by the Ashland Food Co-op and will also feature a "Not So Silent" Auction hosted by Colleen Pyke and Marie Kimokeo-Goes and live music by Back Porch Swing and The Ed Dunsavage Trio.

Tickets are available at Chateaulin Selections in Ashland and Adam's Deli & Catering in Medford. Ticket prices are $45 for members and $50 for non-members. Tickets can also be purchased now by selecting a ticket price below or by phone at 541-552-6301 from 8:30am to 3:30pm. Admission includes a beautiful souvenir wine glass. Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended!

DIRECTIONS & PARKING: For a map to the hotel, click on the compass icon. Coming from the North: Take East Main Street through Ashland until you see the hotel (tallest building in Ashland). Turn right on First Street, past the hotel parking lot, turn right on Hargadine. Parking is available on the street or in the public pay lot on the right hand side of Hargadine. Parking in the Ashland Springs Hotel is for overnight guests only.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Ashland Springs Hotel has kindly offered a greatly reduced rate for JPR Wine Tasting guests. The rate is as follows: One-Night Rate: $89.00 - includes overnight stay / double occupancy with light breakfast and hotel parking included in the price. For reservations, contact  Ashland Springs Hotel, 541-488-1700. This special rate is under the name JPR Block of Rooms.

 Photos by Steven Addington