Community Calendar

Constellation work is a process that can help uncover hidden loyalties: places in our lives where it’s difficult to move forward due to unconscious ways we stay entangled in the wounds and limitations of our family lineage. There are many different ways to utilize Constellation Work and experience the magic and healing that unfolds from this work enabling us to live, and love, more fully and freely.

Experience Glowing Wild Lantern Festival at the Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay, featuring ten acres of illuminated gardens filled with Chinese lanterns inspired by plants & animals from around the world, plus music, food & drinks, live performances on select nights & more.

Show dates are May 1 through June 28. Open Wednesday-Sunday 7-10pm.

Purchase your tickets at www.glowingwild.org

Naturopath physician Mikinzie Smoot will lead adults in strength-building exercises – incorporating weights, weight bars and step platforms. Book directly with instructor for this unsponsored one-hour class – offered weekly on Wednesday at 8-9am and Fridays 8:15-9:15am.

For registration and payment: https://www.jvillefitness.com For information call: 541-621-1883 or email: drsmootmedspa@gmail.com

This chair-based yoga class incorporates movement, poses, breath, and guided relaxation in both seated and (optional) standing sequences. We move slowly and mindfully, with plenty of opportunity to pause and notice. The classes are designed using the principles of yoga for healthy aging to support brain and body wellness.

GO TO: https://www.consideryoga.com/chair-yoga.html to register and pay.

Instructor Bio: Lori Sours, PhD, has been teaching yoga since 2014 and is a Create an account with JCC Yoga Teacher at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance. Beyond Lori’s certification work, her specialized training includes teaching yoga for healthy aging and chair yoga for brain and body health. She is passionate about introducing the benefits of slow, mindful yoga, including chair yoga, to people who want to feel their best every day and age wisely.

On Wednesday, May 13 at 10:30 AM, the North Bend Public Library invites children and their caregivers to explore chemical reactions while creating fun and fizzy works of art. Children will combine science and creativity to make colorful paintings using baking soda and vinegar in a process art activity. Process art is open-ended art that allows for exploration and experimentation. Since the emphasis is on the process and not the end product, it is perfect for younger children who are still developing fine motor skills. This fun nontoxic activity is also a beginner STEAM activity that introduces the concept of chemical reactions. This program is geared towards children ages 2-5 and their caregivers, but all children 12 and under are welcome to attend. Caregivers are encouraged to bring a smock from home.

When: Monday, May 13 · 11:00 AM or 6:30 PM
Where: Rogue River Room, Southern Oregon University 1250 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR

Join housing researcher Gregg Colburn of the University of Washington for a talk exploring why homelessness is rooted in housing market conditions, not personal failings. Colburn will challenge common assumptions about mental illness, substance use, poverty, and weather, drawing on research from his book Homelessness Is a Housing Problem: How Structural Factors Explain U.S. Patterns.

The U.S. Forest Service built a network of lookout towers in the Crater/Rogue River National Forest in the early 20th century. The lookouts were located and designed to be intervisible, using the innovative Osborne Fire Finder, with special lightning protection and other safety features. Communicating across the vast, mountainous forest posed challenges. The towers served many uses beyond monitoring for fires, such as spotting planes in WWII and observing volcanic activity.

Brian White grew up in Northern California. His earliest memories are of camping with his family, and his studies in Earth Sciences and career reflect a life-long interest in the natural world. He recently retired from the U.S. Forest Service where he worked in development and management of public recreational, natural and cultural resources. He intends to continue to contribute to the preservation of our national heritage and conservation of our spectacular public lands.

The monthly Windows in Time lunchtime lectures feature well-known writers and historians and bring alive the people, values, and events that shaped our Southern Oregon heritage. Lectures are jointly sponsored by the Southern Oregon Historical Society (SOHS) and Jackson County Library Services. Programs are presented in Medford (first Wednesdays) and again in Ashland (second Wednesdays). Recordings of Medford presentations are available on the JCLS Beyond YouTube channel.

We have a wide assortment of food available. Bags with staple items are pre-filled, but we will gladly add any special requests if they are available. When you visit, there is always a simple lunch. On the last Wednesday of every month, we serve a pretty darned good hot meal with salad and a huge table filled with pies and desserts. We call it a community lunch. All are welcomed.

Children will create a no-bake treat that is easy to recreate at home. Perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or an afterschool snack. (Parents may drop off or participate for free)

Instructor Bio: Sarah Greco is the Youth & Families Program Coordinator at the JCC and a Jacksonville mom. With a background in early childhood education and developmental psychology, she is passionate about protecting and celebrating childhood and supporting parents in our community.

Need help with your job search, resume, or cover letter? Drop in for a 20-minute one-on-one session with library staff for personalized support. No appointment needed—just bring your device and job goals!