Community Calendar

Gather your family and friends and visit Clayfolk’s 50th Show & Sale, where over 70+ ceramic artists will be featured. Clayfolk is Southern Oregon’s largest display of handmade pottery. The show is November 21st - 23rd at the Medford Armory, Friday hours are 11-7, Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 10-3. Admission is Free! Activities include pottery-making demonstrations and a hands-on experience in clay for children ages 0-100. Children's Clay is open Saturday 11-6 and Sunday 11-2. For more information visit www.clayfolk.org or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Gather your family and friends and visit Clayfolk’s 50th Show & Sale, where over 70+ ceramic artists will be featured. Clayfolk is Southern Oregon’s largest display of handmade pottery. The show is November 21st - 23rd at the Medford Armory, Friday hours are 11-7, Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 10-3. Admission is Free! Activities include pottery-making demonstrations and a hands-on experience in clay for children ages 0-100. Children's Clay is open Saturday 11-6 and Sunday 11-2. For more information visit www.clayfolk.org or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Gather your family and friends and visit Clayfolk’s 50th Show & Sale, where over 70+ ceramic artists will be featured. Clayfolk is Southern Oregon’s largest display of handmade pottery. The show is November 21st - 23rd at the Medford Armory, Friday hours are 11-7, Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 10-3. Admission is Free! Activities include pottery-making demonstrations and a hands-on experience in clay for children ages 0-100. Children's Clay is open Saturday 11-6 and Sunday 11-2. For more information visit www.clayfolk.org or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Get ready for a weekend of razor-sharp wit, bold laughs, and unfiltered fun. Storytown Ashland, in partnership with Epic Ashland, proudly presents the inaugural Ashland Sarcasm Festival (ASF!), a three-day celebration of comedy, satire, and smart irreverence coming to downtown Ashland December 5-7, 2025.
From nationally recognized headliners at the historic Angus Bowmer Theatre to intimate late-night shows at beloved downtown venues, ASF! will transform Ashland into Southern Oregon's premier comedy destination with stand-up, musical comedy, improv, drag performances, live game shows, and an unmatched spirit of comedic mischief. For tickets and details visit SarcasmFest.com

Participate in hands-on arts and exploration activities to engage with the works on view at SMA.

Hands-on Art Activities in Marion Ady 101 & 104
Join us for a day of abstract art inspired by the work of Jason Stopa and Henri Matisse. Learn about how shapes and color can work together and express emotion and create your own multi-media collage.

In the Museum
Scavenger Hunt: Stop by the main gallery to pick up a Scavenger Hunt. There are nine pieces to discover throughout the museum – are you ready to find them all?

What to Bring
All supplies will be provided.

Dress for Creativity
Remember to wear clothes you can get artfully dirty in. We will have limited aprons available.

Community Exhibit Continues: A Gathering of Angels

We present the ethereal arrival of divine beings with "A Gathering of Angels" in the main gallery this month. Local artists and gallery members are participating in this annual event, which has become a beloved winter tradition in our community. Come ready to be captivated by original artworks depicting angels, saints, and ephemeral entities of all kinds. It’s a truly special show.

Join us for our monthly reception on Saturday, December 6th, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM.

On display through the end of the month: The exhibition runs until December 28th

Get ready for a weekend of razor-sharp wit, bold laughs, and unfiltered fun. Storytown Ashland, in partnership with Epic Ashland, proudly presents the inaugural Ashland Sarcasm Festival (ASF!), a three-day celebration of comedy, satire, and smart irreverence coming to downtown Ashland December 5-7, 2025.
From nationally recognized headliners at the historic Angus Bowmer Theatre to intimate late-night shows at beloved downtown venues, ASF! will transform Ashland into Southern Oregon's premier comedy destination with stand-up, musical comedy, improv, drag performances, live game shows, and an unmatched spirit of comedic mischief. For tickets and details visit SarcasmFest.com

Now in its 35th year, this beloved Southern Oregon Coast tradition is hosted by the Cape Blanco Heritage Society. The celebration begins with an Open House on December 13. Main Street Teas will be held December 19-21. A Holiday Music Concert takes place December 20 and 21, marking the 155th anniversary of the first lighting of the Cape Blanco Lighthouse’s lamp in its first order fresnel lens on December 20, 1870.

Messy Hands: Fluid Art Ornaments with Brenda Mills Brannan

Join artist Brenda in making simple but beautiful Christmas bulbs for your Christmas tree, or to give as gifts. She will be providing two quick demonstrations: Fluid Acrylic Paint and Alcohol Ink, then will guide you through the process. All necessary supplies will be provided.

Fee: $5, limit 12
When: Saturday December 13th, 1:30-3:00 PM
Register: Secure your spot at art-presence.org/messy-hands (Education > Messy Hands)

Now in its 35th year, this beloved Southern Oregon Coast tradition is hosted by the Cape Blanco Heritage Society. The celebration begins with an Open House on December 13. Main Street Teas will be held December 19-21. A Holiday Music Concert takes place December 20 and 21, marking the 155th anniversary of the first lighting of the Cape Blanco Lighthouse’s lamp in its first order fresnel lens on December 20, 1870.