Community Calendar

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In-person and via Zoom
Calm Abiding Meditation
This meditation is common to many traditions of Buddhism. In this practice, we rest our attention on a simple meditative support, such as the breath. Instead of following thoughts and emotions as we usually do, we release them and maintain our connection to the support.

“From this practice, we can experience a stable and calm mind. We learn to maintain and return to a sense of stillness, no matter what our outer circumstances. The mind is relaxed, alert and aware. The results of this practice are serenity, freedom in the face of circumstances, and ultimately Buddhahood.”

From Meditation for Beginners, by Bokar Rinpoche.

To attend Calm Abiding Meditation via Zoom, email the office at OFFICE@KSCASHLAND.ORG to join the mailing list.

Bid from anywhere and support our community!
The link for the Virtual Silent Auction will be live on https://roguewinterfest.org/ at 9AM on December 2nd.

The Rogue Winterfest Virtual Silent Auction opens online December 2nd at 9am and runs through December 7th at 7pm, offering one-of-a-kind gifts, local experiences, art, dining, and holiday bundles—all perfect for seasonal giving (or treating yourself).
Register to browse for free, set custom bid alerts, and place bids 24/7 from your phone or computer.
Every winning bid helps fund vital programs right here in the Rogue Valley, making your holiday shopping truly meaningful.
Don’t miss the final-day countdown on December 7 as top items close—get your max bids in early!

All proceeds from all of the Rogue Winterfest events support Kairos, and Options for Southern Oregon, two local non-profit organizations that provide mental health services for Jackson & Josephine County.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of holiday trains at the Rogue Valley Mall again this year from the Medford Garden Railroaders. This club from the Medford Railroad Park will showcase its holiday model railroad layout on the first floor of the Rogue Valley Mall, 1600 N. Riverside Ave., Medford, near the Kohl's department store. Trains will operate from Black Friday, Nov. 28, through Dec. 31 during mall hours. Admission is free; donations are appreciated. For more information, see facebook.com/Medfordrailroadpark.

The scent of fresh greens is a traditional marker for the start of the holiday season. The Jacksonville Garden Club will have lovely wreaths, table arrangements, swags, artistic cards, and sweets at its Holiday Greens Sale on Friday, December 5th from 10 am – 2 pm. The sale is in the alcove next to the Post Office near the intersection of Oregon and California Streets in Jacksonville. Support local scholarships and beautification projects and brighten the holidays with lovely natural greens!

American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 has a donation box for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Program.
206 NW F Street, Grants Pass. Open Mon - Sat, 2-6pm.
Make an impact on the lives of disadvantaged children by donating new, unwrapped toys and books for kids 0-12 years.
With your generous donations we can continue our mission of providing the joy of play, the power of imagination, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.
The gifts will be distributed at the Josephine County Fairgrounds on Sunday 12/21 from 10-6pm, and Monday 12/22 from 10-4pm .

First Friday Art Walk: December 5, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Join us for First Friday Art Walk!

We're excited to share a diverse array of wonderful artwork on display this month and created by our very talented artists. From eclectic visual delights, to interesting conversations, intimate music, and tasty treats, the experience continues to grow as you stroll through Downtown Ashland and visit each gallery and studio.

For a complete list of participating locations and a map, please visit the link below.

www.ashlandgalleries.com/pages/first-friday-artwalk

Ashland’s Scout Troop's 67th Annual Christmas Tree Sale will occur on Saturday, December 6th from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday, December 7th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The sale will take place in the Elks Lodge parking lot at Lithia Way and First Streets in downtown Ashland. Sale of these beautiful farmed and fresh-cut trees helps to support the Troop’s activities throughout the year. Decorated wreaths, hot chocolate, and coffee will also be available.

Bid from anywhere and support our community!
The link for the Virtual Silent Auction will be live on https://roguewinterfest.org/ at 9AM on December 2nd.

The Rogue Winterfest Virtual Silent Auction opens online December 2nd at 9am and runs through December 7th at 7pm, offering one-of-a-kind gifts, local experiences, art, dining, and holiday bundles—all perfect for seasonal giving (or treating yourself).
Register to browse for free, set custom bid alerts, and place bids 24/7 from your phone or computer.
Every winning bid helps fund vital programs right here in the Rogue Valley, making your holiday shopping truly meaningful.
Don’t miss the final-day countdown on December 7 as top items close—get your max bids in early!

All proceeds from all of the Rogue Winterfest events support Kairos, and Options for Southern Oregon, two local non-profit organizations that provide mental health services for Jackson & Josephine County.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of holiday trains at the Rogue Valley Mall again this year from the Medford Garden Railroaders. This club from the Medford Railroad Park will showcase its holiday model railroad layout on the first floor of the Rogue Valley Mall, 1600 N. Riverside Ave., Medford, near the Kohl's department store. Trains will operate from Black Friday, Nov. 28, through Dec. 31 during mall hours. Admission is free; donations are appreciated. For more information, see facebook.com/Medfordrailroadpark.

Exquisite locally handcrafted items; Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Desserts & Beverages; Raffle with dozens of prizes; Live Entertainment. Items include tooled leather; blacksmith items; jewelry; water colors; purses & shopping bags; coasters; trivets; body care; towels; clothing; cards; planners; jam & jelly; baked goods; pottery & ceramics; sensory pouches; salt & pepper shakers; needle felted landscapes; figurines & ornaments; hats; hand-blown glass; pillows & potholders; herbals & farm products; honey; vintage paper ephemera; dragons & wizards; barrettes; pine needle hats; needle felted animals; holiday centerpieces; woodworking products; suncatchers; pressed flower items; walking sticks; knives; wands; mushroom jerky. Sunday closes at 4 pm.