Community Calendar

Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market is a richly woven tapestry of farmers, ranchers, crafters, food processors, board and staff dedicated to the land at-large and our beautiful valley community in particular.

We're dedicated to putting our utmost effort and passion into the soil and food that sustains you. Through hard work and innovative practices, we strive to provide the best. During the outdoor season, we host up to three markets a week for the best access to the incredible bounty our bioregion has to offer.

Thursdays, March 6th-November 20th
Hawthorne Park
8:30a-1:30

American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 is having our 1st Friday Night Dinner on May 2nd.
206 NW F St Grants Pass
Serving Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta,
Salad, and French Bread
Stop in on your stroll around town on
Friday, May 2, from 4:30-6:00pm
for a great dinner. $13 per plate. Cash Only
(to go +$1) Reservations required.by Thursday May 1st by calling 541-474-6400
Jill,

The Tutunov Piano Series presents: Margarita Shevchenko in concert on Friday, May 2nd at 7:30pm at the SOU Music Recital Hall. Livestream available: $35/household.

Tickets are $35/reserved seating, $30 seniors and are available at https://sou.universitytickets.com

ABOUT THE ARTIST: Margarita Shevchenko was born in Perm, Urals area of Russia. Coming from a musical family she started playing piano at the age of 5. In 1983 she moved to Moscow to study at the renowned Moscow Central Music School and then later at The Moscow State Conservatory.
Margarita’s teachers were Sergei Dizhur and Professor Vera Gornostayeva both of whom were students of a legendary Heinrich Neuhaus a teacher of many great pianists such as Emil Gilels , Sviatoslav Richter and Radu Lupu. While studying at the Moscow Conservatory Margarita has won 1st Prize at the Goettingen Chopin Piano competition in Germany and then later that year became a prizewinner of the 1990 Chopin International Competition in Warsaw More prestigious international piano competitions and awards followed thereafter which gave a start to her worldwide performing concert career. In 1994 M. Shevchenko moved to USA, to study with Sergei Babayan (also a former student of Prof. Vera Gornostayeva) at the Cleveland Institute of Music. After completing her studies she also started on a teaching career, giving numerous masterclasses at various Festivals worldwide teaching as a faculty member at the Cleveland Institute of Music and the Michigan State University College of Music.

Starting May 3, the heart of downtown Ashland will be home to the Saturday Market, running every Saturday until October 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the 100 block of Oak St. This exclusive one block long market provides healthy options, fresh organic produce, artisan foods, and more every week for the locals and travelers passing through. We encourage everyone to join us in supporting local while cultivating community in Southern Oregon.

May 3rd -October 25th
Downtown on Oak St.
9:00a-1:00p

Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market is a richly woven tapestry of farmers, ranchers, crafters, food processors, board and staff dedicated to the land at-large and our beautiful valley community in particular.

We're dedicated to putting our utmost effort and passion into the soil and food that sustains you. Through hard work and innovative practices, we strive to provide the best. During the outdoor season, we host up to three markets a week for the best access to the incredible bounty our bioregion has to offer.

Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market is a richly woven tapestry of farmers, ranchers, crafters, food processors, board and staff dedicated to the land at-large and our beautiful valley community in particular.

We're dedicated to putting our utmost effort and passion into the soil and food that sustains you. Through hard work and innovative practices, we strive to provide the best. During the outdoor season, we host up to three markets a week for the best access to the incredible bounty our bioregion has to offer.

Join us for a special celebration of Children’s Day at the Ashland Japanese Garden from 10:00am to 1:00pm on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

This free event honors “Kodomo no Hi”, a Japanese holiday dedicated to celebrating children’s happiness and individuality. Discover the rich traditions of this holiday, including the raising of ‘koinobori’ windsocks symbolizing strength and growth.

Kids can enjoy interactive stations with traditional Japanese toys and cultural activities.

Celebrate Star Wars Appreciation Day at ScienceWorks on Sunday, May 4, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Enjoy a full day of galactic adventures with hands-on activities, games, and special performances. Cosplay is encouraged— bring your lightsaber (no blasters, please!) and embrace the Force!

⚡ Experience ScienceLive: Jedi Academy–a thrilling, interactive show where YOU can train like a Jedi.
🔧 Take Apart, Make A Part–tinker with technology and explore the mechanics of the galaxy.
🛸 Ride the Hoverboard–experience the closest thing to a real speeder.
🎨 Face Painting & Balloon Lightsabers–transform into your favorite Star Wars character.
🎥 Virtual Q&A with Russell Koonce–meet a visual effects artist from Industrial Light & Magic who worked on Star Wars Episode I, II, and III.
🔥 Boom! The Science of Movie Explosions–See Charlie from Holatron Systems demonstrate the science behind the practical effects explosions used in movies.

As part of First Sunday, general admission is just $5 — members always get in free. Whether you're a Jedi, Sith, or droid enthusiast, this is the way to celebrate Star Wars! 🌌✨

📅 Sunday, May 4
⏰ 10 to 5 PM
📍 ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum
💰 Free for Members | $5 Non-members

May the Fourth Be With You at ScienceWorks!
Celebrate Star Wars Appreciation Day at ScienceWorks on Sunday, May 4, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Enjoy a full day of galactic adventures with hands-on activities, games, and special performances. Cosplay is encouraged—bring your lightsaber (no blasters, please!) and embrace the Force!

⚡ Experience ScienceLive: Jedi Academy – a thrilling, interactive show where YOU can train like a Jedi
🔧 Take Apart, Make A Part – tinker with technology and explore the mechanics of the galaxy
🛸 Ride the Hoverboard – experience the closest thing to a real speeder
🎨 Face Painting & Balloon Lightsabers – transform into your favorite Star Wars character
🎥 Virtual Q&A with Russell Koonce – meet a visual effects artist from Industrial Light & Magic who worked on Star Wars Episodes I, II, and III
🔥 Boom! The Science of Movie Explosions – See Charlie from Holatron Systems demonstrate the science behind practical effects explosions used in movies
As part of First Sunday, general admission is just $5—members always get in free. Whether you're a Jedi, Sith, or droid enthusiast, this is the way to celebrate Star Wars! 🌌✨

📅 Sunday, May 4
⏰ 10 to 5 PM
📍 ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum
💰 Free for Members | $5 Non-members

Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market is a richly woven tapestry of farmers, ranchers, crafters, food processors, board and staff dedicated to the land at-large and our beautiful valley community in particular.

We're dedicated to putting our utmost effort and passion into the soil and food that sustains you. Through hard work and innovative practices, we strive to provide the best. During the outdoor season, we host up to three markets a week for the best access to the incredible bounty our bioregion has to offer.