Community Calendar

Y’art Sale - September 20th

We’re holding our first "Y'art Sale” - A Children's Art Education Fundraising Party" on Saturday, September 20th. Every penny goes towards our Children's Art Education program. For every $2500 we raise, we can offer another After School Art Club for our budding student artists!

The sale runs 4:00 - 7:00 pm on the gallery’s front lawn, and features a large selection of pre-loved works of art for sale , a raffle, music, fine wine, finger food, and great conversation. Also, starting September 3rd, you can preview the art during regular gallery hours and participate in a silent auction for several pieces of art including a signed Salvador Dali etching. Please join us for this wonderful event.

The Message, staring Anthony Quinn & Irene Papas has fantastic acting, the music won an academy award, and the cinematography, filmed in Morocco and Libya, is beautiful. Costumes are cool and there’s a few scenes with a set of ancient bagpipes for you Celtic history buffs. The fact that this is the only substantial film about Mohammed and Islam makes the film worthwhile viewing. It is an accurate portrayal of the birth of Islam as most people today understand it. Question and answer session.
Join us for a movie and dinner: Beef, chicken & veggie burgers available, with chips, drink and cookie.
Donation for food requested

Evening Instructed Figure Drawing
6 sessions, Tuesdays 5–7:30pm, September 9–October 14
All skill levels welcome. All media welcome

This class will present an intuitive approach to drawing the nude human figure. We will work from the model, incorporating gesture, observation and imagination to create drawings that enhance and develop your own creative style. Beginners as well as those with experience are welcome. In addition to doing exercises in class, we will look at great drawings of the past to discern the elements that make up their beauty. I will be available to offer guidance and direction as needed, and even homework if you desire.

Members: $75, Non-members: $85

Join us for another Camelot Exclusive as we pay tribute to one of country music’s most legendary supergroups in Spotlight on The Highwaymen. Experience the timeless hits of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson, performed by some of the finest musicians and vocalists. This musical tribute promises to capture the spirit and soul of The Highwaymen, bringing their iconic songs to life on stage, including “Riders in the Sky,“ “Highwaymen,” “The Last Cowboy Song,” and more .

Don’t miss this unique celebration of classic country music and the enduring legacy of four true American icons. Dust off those cowboy boots and secure your tickets for a night of memories and exceptional performances.

Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market is a richly woven tapestry of farmers, ranchers, crafters, food processors, board and staff dedicated to the land at-large and our beautiful valley community in particular.

We're dedicated to putting our utmost effort and passion into the soil and food that sustains you. Through hard work and innovative practices, we strive to provide the best. During the outdoor season, we host up to three markets a week for the best access to the incredible bounty our bioregion has to offer.

This August, Kagyu Sukha Chöling begins a 2-month open community peace meditation; an invitation to join us over four Sundays this summer. Come join us in our serene sanctuary from 9:30-10:30 AM on Sundays August 3 & 17, September 7 & 21, where we will hold space for the contemplation of peace in all areas of our lives. There is no charge; KSC is dedicated to welcoming and supporting individuals at any stage of their spiritual journeys.

Fiber Artists Nani Pacal and Thalia Keple will continue to be featured artisans at Shepherd's Dream throughout the month of September. We feature both seasoned and up and coming artisans monthly and invite you to come to our Ashland Flagship Retail Showroom to view these amazing fine art works. Their unique one of a kind pieces, are a feast for the eyes, and have garnered collectors local, regional and nationally. Another co-sponsored event with Creatively Speaking.

Fermentopia Harvest Edition, a flavor-forward adventure into the vibrant world of fermented foods and drinks. It’s a dynamic weekend of culinary exploration, education, and community. This two-day marketplace brings together makers, tasters, curious minds and cultured palates to explore the age-old, ever-evolving art of fermentation. Discover a symphony of bold flavors and endless nutritional benefits! Meet the passionate artisans behind small-batch cheeses, tangy pickles, gut-loving ferments, natural wines, craft beers, sourdough breads, miso, hot sauces, and so much more. This is your chance to taste, sip, shop, and learn—from educational sessions to conversations with the makers themselves. https://Fermentopia-Harvest.eventbrite.com

These small gatherings are for those who practice or would like to learn about Christian contemplative, or mystical, spirituality. The meetings are open to the public, educational, supportive, and non-dogmatic, but we are currently meeting in the Ashland Public Library's Guanajuato Room, which has limited space. (Disclaimer: These meetings are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Ashland Public Library.) Please arrive on time to have the doors at the rear of the building unlocked; the library will not yet be open. —Fr. Scott Carter

No clothing style in history is as popular as Victorian Era fashion! View and learn about the evolution of Victorian style between 12n and 3pm on September 20 and 21, when Historic Jacksonville, Inc. offers “The Well Dressed Victorian” tours at the 1870s Beekman House Museum, located at 470 E. California Street in Jacksonville. Docents and mannequins will be showcasing styles from the 1850s through the early 1900s, reflecting the changes in fashion over the 60 years of Queen Victoria’s reign. Each room will feature appropriate attire for a day’s typical activities including fashions for social calls, travel, formal dinners, mourning, country outings, servants’ chores, undergarments, and more.
This was a unique period in history—and fashion history—and these 1-hour tours provide an opportunity to explore aspects of it. Tours begin every 20 minutes and cost $10; reservations are encouraged. Tickets and information can be found at https://www.historicjacksonville.org/victorian-theme-tours/