Community Calendar

Shepherd's Dream welcomes three talented Fiber Artisans for this special November Artwalk Bash! Joining in our celebration is Mystro Darshan Vibe's playing bansuri flute. Co-sponsored by Theresa Jay with Creatively Speaking. For more info, call our Flagship Retail Showroom: (541) 625-0511.

Bloomsbury Blends (above Bloomsbury Books) is hosting the collaborative arts of Fusion Artworks, highlighting digital work of Mori D and John Garloff, master crafter of industrial lighting. Joining in the celebration our favorite local harpist, Casey Gina. Be sure and come by for the art and enjoy a beverage at the wine bar.

Join Alice Di Micele as she celebrates her 18th album "Reverse the Flow" with her accompanist, guitar phenom Andy Casad on Friday November 7th at 7pm at the Cedarwood Barn.

The psychedelic buddy-comedy film The Lemurian Candidate is coming to the Varsity Theater in Ashland from as part of its sold-out West Coast screening tour.

The film features Ashland-based actor Barret O’Brien, a veteran of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and star of Gary Lundgren's films "Above the Trees" and the Duplass Brothers TV series "The Long Long Night." Shot entirely on and around nearby Mt. Shasta, "The Lemurian Candidate" has already become a regional sensation, selling out three consecutive weeks of screenings at Mt. Shasta Cinemas.

A concert inspired by the words of Anglo-Irish poet Cecil Frances Alexander, this concert will feature the Rogue Valley Chorale in a concert of choral anthems celebrating the beauty encompassed in the world around us, whether it be finding awe in the vast magnitude of the cosmos, the wonder of natural landscapes, or the beauty of all living things.

As the final production in our American Masters Drama Series, we invite you to embark on a captivating journey with our production of Bus Stop by William Inge, a timeless tale of human connection and unexpected encounters. Set against the backdrop of a remote roadside diner during a snowstorm, this heartwarming play brings together a diverse cast of characters whose lives intersect in remarkable ways. From the charming cowboy with a romantic soul to the spirited young singer dreaming of stardom, each character adds depth and humor to this touching narrative.

Join us for an evening of laughter, love, and life’s unexpected twists with Bus Stop – an unforgettable theatrical experience that will leave you both moved and entertained! This production has a limited two-week engagement.

A Steady Heart in Turbulent Times
Bringing Emotions to the Path of Awakening
With Tergar Instructor Tim Olmsted

When the world seems threatening and chaotic, we’re called to respond with as much clarity and balance as we possibly can. For this, we need understanding and skill as we navigate our inner life and the world altogether.

While our emotions may delight and invigorate us, when examined, we find them to be fleeting and unreliable. On a subtle level, the emotions often obscure the abiding peaceful awareness that lies at the very heart of each of us. During this daylong retreat, we’ll discover how to use the energy and richness of our emotional life as the golden thread along the journey to awakening. We’ll learn to bring emotions to the path – as the basis for inner peace and equanimity, as a source of radiant compassion, and, finally, as brilliant wisdom.

This online program is open to anyone, experienced meditators and those who are just starting out.

Tim Olmsted has been a student of meditation for the past 50 years. For twelve of those years, Tim lived in Nepal and worked as a psychotherapist. There he studied with many of the greatest Buddhist teachers of our time, including Mingyur Rinpoche’s father, Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche. After returning from Nepal, Tim founded the Yongey Foundation to support Mingyur Rinpoche’s activities in Asia. Tim served as director of Gampo Abbey, a monastery in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. He is the founder and president of the Pema Chödrön Foundation.

Tuition:
Supporter tuition: $115
Base tuition: $85
Reduced fee tuition: $55

This small group personal training program is designed for groups of 8-10, offering the benefits of personal training in a group setting.

All fitness levels welcome, though you will need to be able to get up and down from the floor without assistance. A combination of weight training, balance exercises and some cardio with functional lifelong wellness in mind. Benefits include prevention of osteoporosis by stimulating the growth of muscle and bone, mental and emotional health, improved immune system, and most importantly lower risk of falls, metabolic diseases and cognitive decline.

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

Sound Advice! is a free monthly, peer to peer, and hands-on introduction to hearing loops put on by The Shedd’s Hearing Loop Committee. Practice using your hearing aid or cochlear implant to access hearing loops to dramatically improve hearing accessibility in both public and personal settings. Theatres, including The Shedd, Florence Event Center, Cottage Theatre, and the Liberty Theatre are looped. Many houses of worship are looped. Eugene Airport and the Library are looped. Small loops can be installed at any reception desk or checkout counter. Loops can be portable to take with you to hear better in many settings. TV rooms, computers, taxi cabs, buses, and even outdoor events can be looped. Come join friends with hearing loss to learn about this important and universal technology. Friends and family are encouraged to attend!