Community Calendar

REI in Medford: Join wilderness adventurer, mountaineer and backcountry navigator Michael Cooper for a slideshow of his pioneering expeditions through five sun-scorched deserts and harrowing stories of jungle survival and whitewater accidents from his award-winning memoir Miscalculated Risks: Attacked, Crippled, Paralyzed, Drowning, Unconscious and Freezing in The Wild (Just Not All at Once). Following the slideshow, Michael will read an excerpt from his gripping memoir recounting one of his most ambitious desert expeditions. The event will close with Michael answering your questions and signing copies of his bestselling book.

Thursday June 11th 7:00 to 8:00 pm

She will be reading from her books “What Remains” and “Muscle Tree”.

Author’s Statement:

I write poems to release my feelings of both joy and dread at what I see in my daily tasks caring for my organic farm in Oregon. The joy comes from connection to the earth and the myriad creatures that inhabit it. My experience rehabbing raptors and wolves means they inhabit my dreams and demand to have their stories told. The local wildlife and landscape are an endless source of discovery and refuge for me. The dread comes from seeing the damage that is being inflicted on the earth through pollution, deforestation, etc. These things too haunt my dreams and show up in my work.

My hope is that these poems might inspire readers to contemplate our relationship with and impact on other life forms and the wild spaces of our planet.

Join the Gold Hill Library & Enchanted Experiences in welcoming the Summer Season with Princess Ariel and Princess Rapunzel!

Dress up as your favorite princess or book character for a photo op, Enjoy treats from local vendors, sing songs with your favorite princess, & More~

A Tea Party filled with games, songs, and Magic for the whole family!

Monday June 15th 7:00 to 8:00 pm

In Ashland, even statues can hide the perfect murder.

In the artistic heart of Ashland, Oregon, where Shakespeare banners flutter above crowded galleries and musicians play beneath strings of lantern light, beauty can be dangerously deceptive.

When celebrated sculptor Hadrian Kessler unveils his dazzling new gallery of Greco-Roman statuary during Ashland’s First Friday Art Walk, retired Israeli antiquities investigator William Mills immediately senses something wrong beneath the polished marble surfaces. The sculptures are flawless. Too flawless. And when a mysterious death shocks the local arts community, William and his partner Carol Lindsey find themselves drawn into a labyrinth of forged antiquities, hidden vaults, stolen masterpieces, and secrets buried beneath Ashland’s charming façade.

Filled with cozy charm, Shakespearean atmosphere, ghostly intrigue, delicious food, hidden history, and a slow-burning romance, A Sculpted Demise is the fourth installment in the beloved Ghostly Ashland Shakespeare Mysteries series.

In Ashland, even the statues have secrets.

Explore democracy, civic engagement, and social change through thought-provoking books and discussions. This club delves into historical and contemporary works that highlight the power of participation in a democratic society. Join us to read, reflect, and connect with others passionate about making a difference. All are welcome!

We will read:
It Can't Happen Here – Lewis Sinclair (March 19)
Autocracy, Inc: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World – Anne Applebaum (April 16)
The new Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness – Michelle Alexander (May 21)

The North Bend Public Library invites teens ages 13-18 to take the stage for a high-energy evening of music and fun during Teen Karaoke: Broadway Edition on Tuesday, June 23 at 4:00 PM. This is a chance for teens to grab a mic and sing their heart out to their favorite show-stopping hits. Bring your enthusiasm and perform in a fun, supportive environment.

The North Bend Public Library invites families to kick up their heels for a special Family Musical Night on Thursday, June 25 at 6:00 PM. This event celebrates stories rooted in agriculture, community, and life on the land. Set against the backdrop of farms and ranches in the early Oklahoma Territory, this musical highlights themes of growth, hard work, and connection to the land. Families are invited to enjoy an evening of memorable songs, colorful characters, and classic musical fun at this free community event. For more information about this program, please visit our website at www.northbendlibrary.org.

Thursday June 25th 7:00 to 8:00 pm

A charismatic psychopath is poised to win the presidency. Only one man can stop him—his identical twin, the brother he framed for the brutal murder of their parents twenty-four years ago.

When Richard Zumwalt slaughtered his wealthy St. Louis family, he stole not just their fortune…but his twin Henry’s entire life. Branded a killer and locked away, Henry vanished into the system. But now he’s back, living under a new name, and ready to expose the truth.

As Richard’s political machine propels him toward the White House, long-buried secrets surface: a daughter raised on lies, a lover silenced by poison, and a deadly alliance with an ex-Mossad assassin who will stop at nothing to protect his employer.

In a twisted race between justice and power, two men who share the same face will decide the fate of a nation. Only one can survive—and only one deserves to.

Once a month, read and discuss a banned book. Explore what caused these books to be banned, what being banned means, and how this impacts us as a society. We will talk about the who and the why, and if we agree or disagree. Stop by the Medford Reference desk to pick up a copy of the month's current title while supplies last!

June: The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead

July: The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey

August: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

Explore democracy, civic engagement, and social change through thought-provoking books and discussions. This club delves into historical and contemporary works that highlight the power of participation in a democratic society. Join us to read, reflect, and connect with others passionate about making a difference. All are welcome!

We will read:
It Can't Happen Here – Lewis Sinclair (March 19)
Autocracy, Inc: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World – Anne Applebaum (April 16)
The new Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness – Michelle Alexander (May 21)