Community Calendar

Eight Dollar Mountain returns to the the one and only Cedarwood Barn in the beautiful hills of Talent, Oregon. With Simon Chrisman & Jenika Smith opening the show. Join us for a great night of bluegrass at the best venue in Southern Oregon

This third-annual, high quality, educational and networking event is designed for anyone seeking a clearer understanding of the realities of human trafficking; locally, nationally, and globally- and what can be done to stop it. Join us for two powerful days focused on disrupting trafficking and building safer, stronger communities. Attendees of past events leave feeling hopeful and inspired into action, despite the nature of the subject. Includes Lunches & Parking Thu-Fri, May 7-8, 2026

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

American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 is having their Legion Market Breakfast starting on every
Sat March 21st from 9-11am.
206 NW F St Grants Pass
Checkout the Legion Market and enjoy their Breakfast.
Serving Biscuits and Gravy plus a Full Bar service plus Bloody Marys and Mimosa Specials.
Prices vary depending on the order.
Proceeds benefit American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 Veteran Programs.

The Jacksonville Garden Club’s annual Spring Sale will be held on Saturday, May 9th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the Post Office on Oregon Street in downtown Jacksonville. Enjoy beautiful arrangements made from fresh-cut flowers in a range of prices—for Mother’s Day or a nice gift to yourself or a friend. Plants and lovely handmade cards will also be available. The popular bake sale returns this year, featuring sweets and treats made by Club members—also a nice option for Mother’s Day delight. There is something for everyone at the Spring Sale!

Funds raised go to support local students’ scholarships as well as educational activities at the Jacksonville Elementary School. The Club’s funds and its members’ volunteer energies support numerous local beautification projects in Jacksonville.

The 76th Annual Grants Pass Rotary Track Meet, presented by Les Schwab Tire Centers, will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Grants Pass High School, on Russ Warner Field. Top athletes from fifty high schools across Oregon will compete. Admission gates open at 8:30 a.m. and the events commence at 10:00 a.m. Food trucks and refreshments will be available. Bring your sunscreen and have an entertaining, exciting day!

The Peter Anastos Quartet will be performing jazz standards and original compositions on Saturday, May 9th, at La Baguette Cafe at 340 A Street in Ashland. The band includes John Mazzei (piano), Tarik Ragab (bass), Tom Freeman (drums), and Peter Anastos (trumpet).

Join us for Trinity Heritage Days, May 9, 2026, 12-4 pm, for an Experience Honoring the Land, Peoples, and Stories of our Place. This is a free community event for all ages, with a celebration of traditional arts and foods and drop-in art, music and dance workshops with tribal artists hosted by the Nor-Rel-Muk Wintu Nation at the Highland Art Center Meadow, Chinese history at the Joss House State Historic Park, Pioneer history at the Jake Jackson Museum, and get to know the Hmong who will be sharing their culture in front of the Joss House . Opening Ceremony takes place at 11 pm. Stay tuned for further details!

The North Bend Public Library will host a free educational seminar on Saturday, May 9 at 1:00 PM, exploring the fascinating wildlife of Simpson Reef, one of the Oregon Coast’s most remarkable marine habitats. Presented by marine educators Jan Hodder and Mike Graybill, this program will introduce participants to the animals that inhabit Simpson Reef and the surrounding shoreline ecosystem. Attendees will learn about the region’s marine life and the importance of responsible wildlife viewing along the coast. After the presentation, SEA will set up scopes at Simpson Reef to allow attendees to experience the wildlife of Simpson Reef in person.