Community Calendar

Give yourself the gift of time to write and connect with other women as we enter the season of spring. We will explore the gifts and rituals of the season, spend time writing, and be inspired as we share our work. No writing experience is necessary - just an interest in being creative in a supportive, fun environment.

Beginners and 50+ Yoga Class
Being held on Mondays and Thursday mornings

Zen meditation in the tradition of the Diamond Sangha school of the Harada-Yasutani lineage

Beginners and 50+ Yoga Class
Being held on Mondays and Thursday mornings

May 2nd - 4th

Friday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am - noon & 2:00 - 4:00 pm

In-person & via Zoom

About The Weekend

In the 1970s, the late, great Kalu Rinpoche traveled extensively in the West, including North America. Where there was interest among those listening to these early teachings, Rinpoche gave the Chenrezig empowerment and recommended this service as a daily practice for anyone interested in Tibetan Buddhism and the strengthening of compassion. It had long been practiced at his monastery in India.

Lama Sarah will introduce the meditation, and we will do the practice during the weekend. It includes The Four Thoughts Which Turn the Mind toward the Dharma, Refuge and Bodhicitta, and visualizing Chenrezig, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, as well as your primary teacher.

The practice unfolds as we meditate on compassion for all beings, utilizing both Chenrezig’s mantra, and the Tonglen practice of welcoming and offering. The meditation concludes with a renewing of concern for all beings and a dedication of the benefits of the practice to them.

Especially for this teaching visit, Lama Sarah is providing a new edition of the service, including a new translation. The wisdom dakini Niguma is associated with this practice, so Lama Sarah will also teach on her translation of Niguma’s Aspiration Prayer.

This weekend will introduce the visualization style of meditation, as well as the chance to deepen one’s connection to two compassion practices -- Chenrezig and Tonglen. The teachings are suitable for those interested in learning more about either of these styles of meditation, as well as those drawn to a new expression of compassion practice.

Sarah Harding has been studying and practicing Buddhism since 1974, and has been teaching and translating since completing a three-year retreat in 1980 under the guidance of Kyabjé Kalu Rinpoché. She was associate professor at Naropa University for twenty-five years in Boulder, Colorado, where she currently resides, and has been a fellow of the Tsadra Foundation since 2000. She specializes in literature with a focus on tantric practice. Her publications include Ornament of Dakpo Kagyu Thought; Creation and Completion; The Treasury of Knowledge: Esoteric Instructions; Niguma, Lady of Illusion; and two volumes on Chö and Shijé from The Treasury of Precious Instructions.

Because great wine deserves a rebel’s education.
Ready to shatter the snobbery around wine? Join our 6-session deep‐dive into everything bold, brazen, and boundary‐breaking about your next glass. This is not your standard “swirl, sniff, and spit” affair. Here at Underground Wine Academy, we’re pouring truth and attitude—no apologies.

What to Expect
Unfiltered Wine Wisdom
Forget robotic lectures. We serve up real talk, stories of vineyard triumphs (and disasters), and hands‐on demos that make wine easy to get—and love.
Hands‐On Tastings
Each session includes premium pours from top wineries around the world. A significant portion of the cost of this class covers the wine. Practice identifying flavors and flaws, like a rogue sommelier who answers to no one.
Small, Exclusive Group
We cap attendance at just 22 participants. No overcrowded, impersonal lectures—just lively interaction, personalized guidance, and direct access to our in‐house rebels.
Ongoing Wine Community
Become part of our underground network. Compare notes, share new finds, and join future events that keep your wine journey fresh and unpredictable.
Who It’s For
Newcomers & Curious Sippers
Got a faint idea of what “tannins” are but want the real scoop? Perfect. Need a start on your wine journey? Come join us in an approachable setting and have some fun!
Seasoned Enthusiasts
You’ve got a decent collection, but you crave deeper insight and a little laughter.
Adventurous Spirits
You’re up for taste‐testing anything once—and you love a bold story behind every bottle.

The Underground Agenda
Session 1: From Grape to Glass—Ditch the dryness of typical wine 101. We’re starting with the fundamentals, told in a way that’s actually fun.
Session 2: Taste Like a Rebel—Decode flavors, aromas, and body with an irreverent twist.
Session 3: Terroir & Eyes Wide Shut—Explore global wine regions and discover blind Old World/New World Tastings.
Session 4: Oregon Originals—Meet the mavericks, sample local gems, and see how we do it differently in our own backyard.
Session 5: Walla Walla Wonders—Discover a “nearby” region worth tasting and talking about.
Session 6: Paso Robles & Beyond—Finish with a region that’s redefining California wine, and walk away an enlightened wine rebel.

When & Where
Dates: Six Fridays, 4:30–6:00 PM
April 25 May 9 May 30 June 20 June 27 July 11

Location: Resistance Wine Company Tasting Room, 322 Pioneer Street, Ashland, Oregon
Tuition: $250 per person (includes all 6 sessions + premium tastings + light bites)

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
When we say limited, we mean it. Grab your seat before we fill up—22 is our hard cap.

Our Promise to You
We don’t do cookie‐cutter. We don’t do pretentious. We do deliver killer wines, raw truths, and an unforgettable crash course in sipping like a rebel. Walk away with the confidence to pick wines you actually love—and the stories to back them up.

About Resistance Wine Company
We’re all about Enlightened Zaggers—people who deliberately buck “normal.” If the standard wine scene bores you, let us be your subversive alternative. We blend bold flavors, candid storytelling, and a touch of snarkiness in every bottle (and every class). Because resisting the ordinary tastes better.

This small group personal training program is designed for groups of 8-10, offering the benefits of personal training in a group setting.

All fitness levels welcome, though you will need to be able to get up and down from the floor without assistance. A combination of weight training, balance exercises and some cardio with functional lifelong wellness in mind. Benefits include prevention of osteoporosis by stimulating the growth of muscle and bone, mental and emotional health, improved immune system, and most importantly lower risk of falls, metabolic diseases and cognitive decline.

Beginners and 50+ Yoga Class
Being held on Mondays and Thursday mornings

May 2nd - 4th

Friday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am - noon & 2:00 - 4:00 pm

In-person & via Zoom

About The Weekend

In the 1970s, the late, great Kalu Rinpoche traveled extensively in the West, including North America. Where there was interest among those listening to these early teachings, Rinpoche gave the Chenrezig empowerment and recommended this service as a daily practice for anyone interested in Tibetan Buddhism and the strengthening of compassion. It had long been practiced at his monastery in India.

Lama Sarah will introduce the meditation, and we will do the practice during the weekend. It includes The Four Thoughts Which Turn the Mind toward the Dharma, Refuge and Bodhicitta, and visualizing Chenrezig, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, as well as your primary teacher.

The practice unfolds as we meditate on compassion for all beings, utilizing both Chenrezig’s mantra, and the Tonglen practice of welcoming and offering. The meditation concludes with a renewing of concern for all beings and a dedication of the benefits of the practice to them.

Especially for this teaching visit, Lama Sarah is providing a new edition of the service, including a new translation. The wisdom dakini Niguma is associated with this practice, so Lama Sarah will also teach on her translation of Niguma’s Aspiration Prayer.

This weekend will introduce the visualization style of meditation, as well as the chance to deepen one’s connection to two compassion practices -- Chenrezig and Tonglen. The teachings are suitable for those interested in learning more about either of these styles of meditation, as well as those drawn to a new expression of compassion practice.

Sarah Harding has been studying and practicing Buddhism since 1974, and has been teaching and translating since completing a three-year retreat in 1980 under the guidance of Kyabjé Kalu Rinpoché. She was associate professor at Naropa University for twenty-five years in Boulder, Colorado, where she currently resides, and has been a fellow of the Tsadra Foundation since 2000. She specializes in literature with a focus on tantric practice. Her publications include Ornament of Dakpo Kagyu Thought; Creation and Completion; The Treasury of Knowledge: Esoteric Instructions; Niguma, Lady of Illusion; and two volumes on Chö and Shijé from The Treasury of Precious Instructions.

Beginning May 3, come experience the history, flora and fauna of Lithia park in a guided tour led by knowledgeable and passionate volunteers.

Walks run every Saturday morning at 10:00am, May through September. Walks last 90 minutes, are FREE of charge, and are open to locals and visitors alike. Please meet your guide at the front entrance of Lithia Park across from the Plaza.

This program has been running since 1989, and is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Ashland's crown jewel.

For more information please visit www.ashlandoregon.gov/lithiaguidedwalks