Community Calendar

Children ages 0-5 (accompanied by an adult) discover the joy of music in this engaging class designed for children 0-5 and their caregivers. This class combines singing, rhythm, movement and sign language. Get ready to sing beloved songs from around the world and make music together in this weekly class! Sponsored by Jackson Care Connect.
Instructor Bio: Laurie Finear has been a music teacher in the Rogue Valley for over 15 years as a certified Music Together teacher. She now creates and teaches her own music classes for children and their caregivers in Ashland and Jacksonville. She is passionate about sharing the joy of music with children and families.

Children ages 0-5 (accompanied by an adult) discover the joy of music in this engaging class designed for children 0-5 and their caregivers. This class combines singing, rhythm, movement and sign language. Get ready to sing beloved songs from around the world and make music together in this weekly class! Sponsored by Jackson Care Connect.
Instructor Bio: Laurie Finear has been a music teacher in the Rogue Valley for over 15 years as a certified Music Together teacher. She now creates and teaches her own music classes for children and their caregivers in Ashland and Jacksonville. She is passionate about sharing the joy of music with children and families.

Children ages 0-5 (accompanied by an adult) discover the joy of music in this engaging class designed for children 0-5 and their caregivers. This class combines singing, rhythm, movement and sign language. Get ready to sing beloved songs from around the world and make music together in this weekly class! Sponsored by Jackson Care Connect.
Instructor Bio: Laurie Finear has been a music teacher in the Rogue Valley for over 15 years as a certified Music Together teacher. She now creates and teaches her own music classes for children and their caregivers in Ashland and Jacksonville. She is passionate about sharing the joy of music with children and families.

Children ages 0-5 (accompanied by an adult) discover the joy of music in this engaging class designed for children 0-5 and their caregivers. This class combines singing, rhythm, movement and sign language. Get ready to sing beloved songs from around the world and make music together in this weekly class! Sponsored by Jackson Care Connect.

Instructor Bio: Laurie Finear has been a music teacher in the Rogue Valley for over 15 years as a certified Music Together teacher. She now creates and teaches her own music classes for children and their caregivers in Ashland and Jacksonville. She is passionate about sharing the joy of music with children and families.

Make a snowy scene in a jar. Small plastic figures will be provided, or bring in a plastic toy up to 3 inches tall to add to your mini winter wonderland. (Parents may drop off or participate for free).

Instructor Bio: Sarah Greco is the Youth and Family Programs Coordinator at the JCC and a Jacksonville mom. With a background in early childhood education and developmental psychology, she is passionate about protecting and celebrating childhood, and supporting parents in our community

We are a Zen practice community in the Diamond Sangha lineage founded by Robert Aitken Rōshi. We provide zazen(meditation) instruction, weekly zazen, practice talks, Dharma discussions and more.

(free and open to the public)
12:30 Meet & Greet

Meeting 1:00-2:30 

 Seed Topic Discussion 2:45-3:15 

For January our guest speaker is:

 Lindsey McNabb

Topic: Herbs 

In this engaging presentation, you'll explore a variety of techniques for growing herbs that enhance both your culinary creations and overall wellness. You’ll learn practical tips for cultivating, harvesting, and using the herbs you grow, while also discovering how many herbs serve as powerful companion plants in the garden. Plus, enjoy a hands-on opportunity to create your own herbal concoctions to take home.

Refreshments and business meeting to follow.

The North Bend Public Library will host a free five-week gardening series for beginners starting Saturday, January 10, from 10:00–11:30 AM. Taught by Master Gardeners™ Lynn Menashian and Mary Jo Audette, this series introduces adults to the essential skills needed to begin and maintain a successful garden on the Oregon Coast and will provide participants with foundational knowledge tailored specifically to Coos County’s climate and growing conditions. Topics include local microclimates, soil preparation, seed and plant selection, seed starting and planting techniques, transplanting, watering, and fertilization. Each class in the series is independent in topic and content, allowing participants to attend any or all sessions. The series is free and designed for adults with little to no gardening experience.

Everyone loves kites! Humboldt Kiters is all about flying, creating, promoting the art and science of kiting.

Third Saturday, January 17th 2:30-4:00PM

Are you seeking support, direction and/or feedback with your artistic journey and a supportive space for sharing your work, ideas, goals, and aspirations?

Join us for our Artist’s Sharing Circle:

Discussions will include style, materials, current trends, presentation, framing, displaying, marketing, personal growth, etc
Artists helping artists in their common bond of being creatives
Encouragement in moving forward, and fostering confidence in your creative efforts
Share personal experience, knowledge, overcoming obstacles, and how it feels to be in a positive flow
Artists in all media and skill levels are welcome!

Registration required, $8

Register at www.art-presence.org > education > third Saturdays

The South Coast Folk Society will host a free public Dance Party in Bandon on Saturday evening, December 17, from 7-9:30pm. Singles, couples and families, dancers all ages, are all welcome to enjoy a casual evening of social dance at this popular monthly event. No experience is required. There will be live music and recorded music, plus dance instruction.

The South Coast Dance Party will feature a wonderful variety of enjoyable dances from America and around the world. We meet at the Bandon Senior Activity Center, located on West 11th in City Park. The center will be filled with the sound of local musicians playing traditional tunes, plus beautiful recorded music, and, of course, happy dancers. Join us on the dance floor, or relax to great music.

Many thanks to the Bandon Senior Center for hosting the Dance Party in their spacious activity room. Save the date for this fun evening. Doors open at 6:45, dancing starts at 7. There will be refreshments available. Contact Paul at 541-404-8267 for more information, or visit southcoastfolksociety.com.

Yoga classes for beginners and 50+
Stretching and breathwork

Relationship Recovery is a community-based non-profit organization located in Grants Pass, Oregon, dedicated to supporting individuals navigating the complexities of grief and trauma. Our mission is to provide a compassionate and understanding environment where men and women can find solace and the tools necessary to move forward in their healing journey. We have developed a comprehensive program consisting of four classes, each designed to address different stages and aspects of the healing journey.

Support - Meet others with a story to tell and realize that you are not a failure, and more importantly, you are not alone.

Transitions - After telling your story, it’s time to transition from the past and learn from it, forming a new "normal".

Boundaries - Figure out what an appropriate boundary is for family, friends, significant others, and even yourself.

Rebuilding - Work on building better relationships and a whole new life.