May 02 Friday
Beginners and 50+ Yoga ClassBeing held on Mondays and Thursday mornings
LIVING WELL WITH DIABETES
This program is designed for people with Type 2 Diabetes. It teaches:
Healthy eatingExercise at your levelHow to use glucose monitoring to make day to day decisionsHow to manage sick daysReducing risk for other health conditions Coping with the challenges of living with Diabetes
Classes will be held at the: Rogue River Community Center 132 Broadway St., Rogue River, OR 97537Once a week on Friday's, 9:30am to 12:00pmMarch 21, 2025 to April 25, 2025
Digital Paintings by Bruce Bayard and Martin Steele at Rogue Gallery and Art Center
Exhibition Dates: Friday, April 25 - Friday, June 6Artist Talk: Saturday, April 26, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Opening Reception: Friday, May 16, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Currently featured in the Main Gallery at Rogue Gallery and Art Center are Digital Paintings by Bruce Bayard and Martin Steele. At the intersection of digital image collage and video performance, Bruce's work is a fusion of visual elements and abstract narrative through innovative mediums. He navigates the language of symbols to convey layered meanings. Embracing randomness as a creative tool, Bruce's work invites his viewers to engage with evolving narratives shaped by chance. In this realm of digital expression, he seeks to challenge perceptions and provoke thought, inviting an exploration into the worlds of space between personal and public. Similarly, Martin has always loved the term ‘snapshot’ because it perfectly captures the idea of what happens in photographs. Sourcing imagery from his prodigious and idiosyncratic archive that contains thousands of images, Martin works in a characteristic palette of saturated hues and chromatic aberrations to invite his viewers into a composition of visual rubble and a unique version of history.
For more information, please visit www.roguegallery.org.
Step into the world of Saturday Speaker Series: Virginia Howard Mullan "Humboldt County Courts World’s Fairs Florence Harrie (1889–1981, Karuk) and experience the legacy of a master weaver. Born at Katimîin, the Karuk center of the world, Florence returned to her ancestral home after boarding school to learn the art of gathering and weaving from renowned weavers like Elizabeth Hickox. She made her living through her craft and today, her great-grandson, Bradley Marshall, has lovingly curated this exhibit to bring her story home.What makes this exhibit so special?Florence’s personal weaving chairThe last basket she ever woveA ceremonial dress made by her descendants that still dances in ceremonies todayJoin us at the Clarke Historical Museum and immerse yourself in this deeply personal tribute to a Karuk cultural icon. Don’t miss it!February 8 - May 31, 2025 at the Clarke Historical Museum
May Exhibition at ART ON FIRST: Magical Northwest Landscapes - Jessica Johnson
Monday, April 28 - Monday, May 26, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Opening Reception: Friday, May 2, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Currently featured at ART on FIRST are vibrant landscape paintings by Jessica Johnson. Jessica aims to capture and communicate the inspiring beauty of the landscapes that surround her home and permeate her adventures. Expressive brushstrokes and color depict movement intertwined with emotion in her compositions, evoking feelings of deep connection to the places that she immerses her viewers in. Jessica loves using vibrant colors and rich shadows to convey wonder, joy, playfulness, and reverence.
For more information, please visit www.artandfirstashland.com.
Cat on a Hot Tin RoofApril 30 - May 4 • 1:00 p.m. • Grizzly Peak Winery
About the Play:Cat on a Hot Tin Roof delves into the tensions within a wealthy southern family as they gather to celebrate Big Daddy’s birthday, despite his failing health. At the center of the drama, Brick, a former athlete numbing himself with alcohol, and his determined wife, Maggie, navigate a crumbling marriage while long buried secrets threaten to unravel the family’s facade.
Written by Tennessee Williams and directed by Domenique Lozano, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof features Tony DeBruno, Gabriela Fernandez-Coffey, Lili Fuller, Jeffrey King, Daniel Molina, Jamie Newcomb, Barret O’Brien, and Ellen D. Williams. Tickets begin at $40.00. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.roguetheatercompany.com.
Meet riders on the Plaza in downtown Ashland at 5pm; the group ride starts approximately 5:15pm. This monthly, all-ages, all-abilities, family-friendly ride is hosted by Streets For Everyone, an action team of the Ashland Climate Collaborative.Ride your bike. Win Prizes! It’s Easy.
Pledge to replace at least one car trip with a bike trip during the Challenge for a chance to win one of several $10 Dutch Bros. gift cards.
Join us for a community event near you! (See below for a lineup of events)~Play Bike Bingo.~Create/Login to your GetThereOregon.org account and log your bike trips all month. If you log at least 10 bike trips in May, you’re automatically entered to win one of several great prizes:Cycle Sport Gift Certificate for Tune-Up ($90 value)$50 REI Gift Card$25 Rogue Creamery Gift Card$10 Coquette Bakery Gift Cards (3)
Trinity Episcopal church is the oldest church in Ashland, Oregon still used by its original congregation.
It was built in 1895 and is listed on the National Register of Historical Buildings. Those who would like to visit our church and labyrinth are welcome to join us during the First Friday Art Walk, held 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 2. Church members will be on hand to answer your questions about the history and the art.
For more information, please see https://www.trinitychurchashland.org or contact office@trinitychurchashland.org or call 541-201-3418.
First Friday Bike Rides are family-friendly bike rides for people of all ages and abilities. We celebrate every first Friday, all year long, Ashland’s future where it is safe, convenient and efficient to bicycle for short in-town trips from anywhere to everywhere. Join us for a fun and short bike ride in and around town.
First Friday Art Walk: May 2, 20255:00 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