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AARP Tax Aide will offer free tax preparation services this year using a process intended to keep taxpayers and volunteers safe in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines. This service is by appointment only. The process this year is designed to minimize physical contact while allowing AARP volunteers to prepare complete and accurate returns. You will be asked to: Pick up a packet at the Ashland Branch during regular hours. This includes documents that you will need to bring to your appointment (see below) as well as documents to fill out so that volunteers have all of your information for the 2020 tax year. Request an appointment. Once you have all of your information compiled, you will use the AARP site to request an appointment for a brief meeting with one of the tax counselors. Add yourself to the Wait List (instructions inside packet). Meet with a tax counselor. Bring your information packet to the Library for a brief review with a tax counselor, who will then scan your documents and return them to you. At that meeting you will schedule a time to come back and pick up your return. Follow-up appointment for tax return. Your return will be prepared and reviewed by tax counselors working remotely. Then the return will be printed out and reviewed with you by a tax counselor at the library. You must wear a face covering (nose and mouth) and maintain social distancing at all times.

Pick up a Take & Make tote bag with information on local resources to strengthen your job seeking strategies and skills. Tote bags are available while supplies last at the Medford, Ashland, Eagle Point, or Rogue River Libraries. Be sure to check Library hours. Be sure to also attend Job Seeking: Local Help and Resources programs. Register Here. Wed, June 9 - Job Searching Wed, June 23 - Resume & Cover Letter Writing Wed, July 7 - Research for Career Change These kits are made possible through partnership with WorkSource Rogue Valley, Rogue Community College, BBSI, and Jackson County Library Services.

Welcome to all job seekers! In this three-part series, you will learn where all the local tools and resources for job seeking can be found, and who to talk to for support. You will hear from experts at WorkSource Rogue Valley, BBSI, and Rogue Community College. Once you have attended at least one program in the series, be sure to book an appointment for a mock interview, and pick up a Job Fair in a Bag. Bags can be picked up at Medford, Ashland, Rogue River, and Eagle Point branches. Wed, June 9 - Job Searching Wed, June 23 - Resume & Cover Letter Writing Wed, July 7 - Research for Career Change

Pick up a Take & Make tote bag with information on local resources to strengthen your job seeking strategies and skills. Tote bags are available while supplies last at the Medford, Ashland, Eagle Point, or Rogue River Libraries. Be sure to check Library hours. Be sure to also attend Job Seeking: Local Help and Resources programs. Register Here. Wed, June 9 - Job Searching Wed, June 23 - Resume & Cover Letter Writing Wed, July 7 - Research for Career Change These kits are made possible through partnership with WorkSource Rogue Valley, Rogue Community College, BBSI, and Jackson County Library Services.

Cost: $10 Donation (scholarships available) Audience: Adults Location: Great Room Registration required. Registration required. Register by 10:00 pm on the Sunday before the program date. Registrants will receive Zoom information the day before the program. “Gee, I wish we could refinish Grandma’s old dresser….. “ If you always wanted to know how to finish/refinish furniture, now you have a chance! JCC is offering a basic course in furniture finishing. This two session course will cover finishing basics such as penetrating and film finishes. Students will have “hands on” opportunities to practice a new skill. The second session will cover: The characteristics of film finishes. Identifying the various finishes; urethane, varnish, shellac, and lacquer. Students will apply a coat of wipe-on urethane to a practice piece. Rags will be provided. Nitrile gloves will be provided at both classes. Presenter: Jerry Pendzick As a youngster, I was taught the basics of woodworking with my father. Growing up, I had little time for the craft, as my time in the military didn’t allow for much woodworking. I began working with wood in 1986, and had some success building tables, desks, and stools. In 1996 I decided that I wanted formal training, so I enrolled in Palomar College’s Cabinet and Furniture Technology Program. Completing the program in 2000, I worked as a Teaching Assistant for the next 16 years. I was able to master many different woodworking skills, including tool sharpening. I specialized in construction of Early American Chairs.

We know that parents and other close adults have a huge impact on a young child’s development. Fortunately, there are simple things caring adults can do every day to encourage brain development, language acquisition, and early literacy skills. Do you have a baby, toddler, or preschooler in your life? This lively, interactive session will spell out the profound benefits of Storytime-style reading, rhyming, singing, and playing with little ones and give you the hands-on experience you need to take Storytime home with you! Don’t worry if you’ve never been to a library Storytime before. No experience is necessary. Participants will receive a take-home bag with some simple Storytime tools to get started at home. Questions? Contact Ellie Anderson at (541) 774-6896 or eanderson@jcls.org. Note: This program is for adults only and will be held outdoors. Limited childcare will be available. Masks and distancing required. Space is limited, so registration is required.

Pick up a Take & Make tote bag with information on local resources to strengthen your job seeking strategies and skills. Tote bags are available while supplies last at the Medford, Ashland, Eagle Point, or Rogue River Libraries. Be sure to check Library hours. Be sure to also attend Job Seeking: Local Help and Resources programs. Register Here. Wed, June 9 - Job Searching Wed, June 23 - Resume & Cover Letter Writing Wed, July 7 - Research for Career Change These kits are made possible through partnership with WorkSource Rogue Valley, Rogue Community College, BBSI, and Jackson County Library Services.

Dive into the world of Lepidoptera in this introduction to butterflies & moths…what they are, what they do, the extraordinarily high biodiversity of the region, and ID-ing local species. One online session (6/25, 7-8 PM) followed by two field days practicing observational, netting, and identification skills among dozens of butterfly and moth species.

AARP Tax Aide will offer free tax preparation services this year using a process intended to keep taxpayers and volunteers safe in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines. This service is by appointment only. The process this year is designed to minimize physical contact while allowing AARP volunteers to prepare complete and accurate returns. Follow these steps: Pick up a packet at the Talent Library during regular hours. The packet includes a list of documents that you will need to bring to your appointment as well as forms to fill out so volunteers have all of your information for the 2020 tax year Request an appointment. When you have all of your documents together and forms filled out, you will arrange for an appointment (instructions inside packet) for a meeting with one of the tax counselors. Meet with a tax counselor. Bring your information packet and documents to the Talent Branch for a review with a tax counselor. Your tax documents will be scanned and returned to you. At that meeting you may have an appointment scheduled to come back and pick up your return or this may occur as part of the next step. Tax return preparation and review. Your tax return will be prepared and reviewed by tax counselors working remotely. They may contact you by phone or email if they have any questions Meet to sign tax return. Your tax return will be printed out and reviewed with you by a tax counselor at the Talent Branch. Your federal and state returns will then be e-filed (usually within 24 hours). You must wear a face covering (nose and mouth) and maintain social distancing at all times.

Pick up a Take & Make tote bag with information on local resources to strengthen your job seeking strategies and skills. Tote bags are available while supplies last at the Medford, Ashland, Eagle Point, or Rogue River Libraries. Be sure to check Library hours. Be sure to also attend Job Seeking: Local Help and Resources programs. Register Here. Wed, June 9 - Job Searching Wed, June 23 - Resume & Cover Letter Writing Wed, July 7 - Research for Career Change These kits are made possible through partnership with WorkSource Rogue Valley, Rogue Community College, BBSI, and Jackson County Library Services.