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Begin As You Mean To Go On
Susan Alderson 0 In the nitty-gritty of your business life, you can lose track of things. Things like: Why am I doing this anyway? Whose idea was it to use that software? How are we supposed to ‘scale up’? When is the best time to hire more team members? What is the bottom line for my company? In order to stay on course,…
Dr. Erin’s Top 10 (plus 1!) Keys to an Amazing Life
Dr. Erin Pollinger 0 1. Meditate for at least 20 minutes right when you wake up and right before you go to sleep. Focus on your breath and let thoughts pass through until your mind is still. If you have trouble doing this, focus on everything in your life that you are grateful for while you are sitting. 2. Do a weekly or bi-weekly…
Recovery from Overdoing It
Roberts And Colwell Chiropractic 0 Let’s talk about recovery from overdoing it while exercising. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or the proverbial weekend warrior, you want to recover as fast as possible so you can get back to whatever warrioring it is you do. There are many ways to give your body that little something extra it needs to recover better, but which doesn’t…
Good Neighbors
Robert Good Attorney LLC 0 “Good fences make good neighbors.” – from “Mending Wall” by Robert Frost During the long, hot days of summer there’s more time to work and play outside and more opportunity to interact with neighbors. Mostly our lives are enhanced by this close contact. Sometimes, however, this interaction isn’t always so neighborly. Sharing fences can cause stress and total exasperation. Over…
Paddy Brannan’s Irish Pub – A TASTY BITE OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
CarolBrowning 0 Paddy Brannan’s Irish Pub and Eatery offers traditional Irish favorites like an Epic Reuben sandwich with corned beef, grilled sauerkraut, swiss cheese and a house dressing. My friend Dorothy ordered the Bangers and Mash. She found these hearty sausages mild and tasty, served with mashed potatoes, peas, and gravy. Our waiter and bartender, Paul Valyo, made us feel right at…
This Joint Is Jumpin’ – Definitely!
Oregon Cabaret Theatre 0 That was the headline of Roberta Kent’s review in the Mail Tribune. “AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’, the high-energy song-and-dance revue at Oregon Cabaret Theatre for the summer, is a joyful tribute to the music of Thomas “Fats” Waller, the exuberant jazz pianist and composer of the 1920s and ‘30s. (Director) Jim Giancarlo has again assembled a remarkably talented cast of singers and…
Northwest Nature Shop: Join us for our upcoming events
Northwest Nature Shop 0 “If you wish your children to think deep thoughts, to know the holiest emotions, take them to the woods and hills, and give them the freedom of the meadows; the hills purify those who walk upon them.” -Richard Jefferies When you walk into the Northwest Nature Shop it isn’t unusual to see three generations working together. The term ‘working’ might…
Unrealistic Expectations
Kit Crumb 0 Disclaimer: This article is focused on individuals the author’s age (62) and older. First the bad news. Well, let’s call it the harsh reality. The time when you looked in the mirror and decided that you needed to workout and went to the gym and resurrected the old high school exercise and strength training routine is past. What? The truth…
Why Am I Always Sick? I Don’t Deserve Wellness. God is Punishing Me.
Kelly McLoughlin 0 Did you know that your beliefs about yourself could make you or break you? Take Katie for instance, she is 6 years old and in 1st grade. The teacher has been teaching the kids spelling all day, teacher is tired, has a headache; just wants the day to be over. She calls Katie up to the board and tells her…
The New Anti-Aging Treatment- Microcurrent
Katie Hartman 0 Over the past three months more and more of my clients are falling in love with Facial Microcurrent treatments. The Microcurrent is delivered through cotton tipped wands. Painless impulses to the facial muscles help to relax and recover its strength and re-educate the muscles so they are relaxed, yet properly toned. This effect on the muscle fibers diminishes the appearance…
Heat. Fire. The SUN
Juliet Doty 0 How are you feeling in your heart? Are you allowing your heart the full capacity and space it needs to express your truth, your vulnerable self outwards for all to know who you truly are? Allow the crescendo of summer, assisted by the LION Heart energies of Leo, to melt your heart and flowing out with all of who you…
Truth in the Garden
Andrew Markham 0 When I first became a contractor I quickly realized that the word “contractor” and the word “truth” were considered an oxymoron by many. It seemed to me people automatically believed that contractors were not only expensive but dishonest and not forthcoming. Perhaps that is not true for all clients but it seemed to be the standard I was introduced to…
Know Your Interest, Tame Your Position
Joseph Fichter 0 There is a Russian folktale concerning the fate of two goats that met each other at the midpoint of a narrow bridge. Each demanded that the other retreat in order to let it pass. Each refused, standing its ground. Well, as things often do in these circumstances, the conflict escalated. Finally a fight broke out and the goats ended up…
Invisalign®
Charles E. Jones DDS 0 One of the primary concerns people often have about dental braces is the aesthetic impact of the metalwork on their smile. Especially for adults, the prospect of wearing unattractive metal braces for long periods of time can be very discouraging. Invisalign® offers an almost invisible aligning system that straightens teeth fast and contains no metal. Invisalign® treatment consists of a…
ANSWERING THE CALL – Prepare for Senior Emergencies
Indra Nicholas 0 It’s the midnight call that can strike terror in the hearts of so many who are caring for or serving older adults. Maybe it’s that Mom has suffered a stroke. Or Dad has taken the wrong dose of medicine and gets sick. Perhaps you are a senior care professional who encounters an older adult who doesn’t know what medications she…
Loving My Profession
LouAnn David 0 I am currently in my 42nd year in the retail flower business…. a feat unimaginable when I began at the young age of 18. I didn’t know what lay ahead for my future when I took that course in floral design and secured my first job. I am fortunate that ten years later I found Ashland and opened Flower Tyme…
Homing In: Exploring Your Nesting Instinct
Paula Baker Laporte 0 On August 2nd I will be teaching my one-day “Homing-In” seminar, here in Ashland. If you are thinking of building a home and if you are interested in building a natural, healthy and ecological home, then this seminar is designed for you. In the seminar you will learn about the Building Biology Principles for health and ecology. We will explore…
Our Mission Statement
Dr. James Benson 0 We believe in the beauty of nature and that a healthy smile is a masterpiece. We believe our most important mission is to build lasting relationships. We believe in the health benefits of Bioesthetic Dentistry which include a life without pain and a smile that projects lasting, natural beauty. We believe that people choose our office because of our experience…
Active Release Techniques® Helps Restore Pain Free Movement
Direct Physical Therapy LLP 0 Active Release Techniques® (commonly known as ART) is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. ART is designed to restore motion, reduce pain, and improve strength to help people return to participating in daily activities and sports. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints,…
Ashland’s Mac Computer Specialist Advantages of Apple Products
Derek Franklin 0 My time and experience with Apple’s products has been very rewarding for my clients and me. Over the past 7 years I have focused on improving my knowledge and understanding of all of the devices that Apple has to offer. I believe in their products and pride myself on being able to work with them for my clients. I am…
Why Use A Holistic Approach?
Dave Fresilli 0 You never know what you’re missing, until you realize you’re missing it! This realization is my way of helping clients understand what is actually going on with any health, fitness, and wellness challenges they are experiencing. Humans are composed of a complex set of systems. Each system is interdependent on the other to create health, fitness and well-being. Remember the…
Foot Facts
Dans Shoe Repair 0 I have written about our feet and their needs, I have written about the types of good shoes, why it is worth the extra money to buy custom handmade shoes, and conducted two basic shoe repair courses. This month I am going to take it easy, and just share some interesting (interesting to me anyway) foot and shoe facts. (Past…
What Partner Dancing & Massage Have in Common
Co-Creative Healing 0 One evening this spring, after a night of ballroom dancing, I peeked in on a West Coast Swing event that was being held in Medford. I was completely awed and inspired by the energetic, creative, and playful way I saw people dancing. Even though I knew nothing about West Coast Swing, I was so inspired that I spent the entire…
The Rise and Fall of the White Birch…
Casey Roland 0 There are literally hundreds, and soon to be thousands of dead and dying White Birch trees in and around Ashland. Traveling around town on the surface streets playing “spot the dead birch” can keep an arborist very busy. What happened? Everyone loves White Birches, the shockingly white bark, the delicate serration around the margin of the leaves, the grace in…
Camelot Theatre presents: Annie Get Your Gun and Pump Boys & Dinettes
Camelot_Theatre 0 Camelot will be offering two wonderful productions in August. Our 30 student Conservatory will be presenting Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun for 6 performances only, August 7 – 10. Tickets are $12 for Adults and $7 for Students. Following that, Camelot is proud to present Pump Boys & Dinettes, a Country Western musical gem, from August 20 – September…
Summertime Success!
Ashland Institute of Massage 0 Gardening Hiking Pilot Rock Fishing Fish Lake Kayaking at Lake of the Woods Waterslide at Emigrant Lake Lots of driving Too much Shakespeare Renovating the cute old house All those little projects you finally have time for Napping in the Hammock Summertime activities leaving you with a kink in your neck or a sore low back? We are here to…
Summer with Ashland Parks & Rec
Ashland Parks And Recreation 0 Ahhhhh, summertime in Ashland, something for everyone: Aquatics at Daniel Meyer Pool (www.ashland.or.us/Swim), skateboarders at Ashland Community Skate Park (www.ashland.or.us/Skate), the water play feature at Garfield Park (www.ashland.or.us/Garfield), free Lithia Park nature walks and free concerts in Lithia Park every Thursday evening through August 14, 2014 (www.ashland.or.us/LithiaHappenings). Check out ALL we have to offer in our Summer Rec Guide (www.ashland.or.us/RecGuide).…
It’s Harvest Season! Take a Farm Tour!
AshlandFoodCoop 0 There’s Still Time to Sign Up! Visit Hi Hoe Produce at Bluebird Farm Saturday, August 9th from 7:30 am to mid-afternoon Board an air conditioned tour bus at the Co-op to visit one of the loveliest farms around! Spend the morning with owners Chi and Michelle Scherer followed by lunch in their orchard prepared from food grown on the farm.…
An Electric Bike Primer
Ashland Electric Bikes 0 Oh the pleasures of summertime! It’s a chance to be outside drinking in the natural beauty of our fair region. Among the myriad opportunities available to us, Ashland is a great place to ride a bike. If only we didn’t have so many pesky hills to climb, right? Depending on where you live, a ride to the grocery store and…
August Gardening
Ashland GreenHouses 0 Believe it or not August is a great time to start thinking about replanting some of those cool season vegetable crops that you might have had in early spring. Lettuces, broccoli, kale, cabbage, onions and more are often planted this time of year so that you can enjoy them in the coming months. We typically have ours available for sale…
Featured Vendor of the Month: Free Source Book & Media Exchange
Ashland Artisan Emporium 0 The Free Source Book & Media Exchange Book Shop is an eclectic mix of great bargains on new and used titles. Here you’ll find all subjects: fiction, nonfiction, gift books, children’s books and DVDs. With an average price of about four dollars- you’ll easily find something for everyone here at booth 121. SPECIAL HALF-PRICE SALE ON ALL ITEMS NOW THROUGH…
RESCISSION
Allen Drescher 0 We finally received a check from your insurance company for the damage to my car. The cats and I decide not to repair the car and instead to use the money to buy something that we want. I want a new pair of back country skis, and the cats want a play structure. I go online and order the structure…
Party Time! Employee Shout Out!
All About Parties 0 Amy at All About Parties in Ashland Hello Ashlanders! I am so happy to be working in such a great store. Working with all of you to make your event perfect is what I am here for. I have been here since before we opened in October and I am so proud of how well the store is doing. We…
You can Lead a Horse to Water…
LivingInSouthernOregon.com 0 As we journey through life we are reminded time and time again of the adage, “Jack of All Trades, Master of None” and throughout our lives we have learned the importance of surrounding ourselves with our village. As professionals we find those who can guide us in the areas they know best; the thorough and competent home inspectors, the trustworthy…
Family Massage Education Center – Teaching healing touch for home use to all
BeckyBrown 0 After 19 years as a massage therapist and educator specializing in pregnancy and infant massage, JoAnn Lewis felt that our community could benefit from the home use of the healing power of touch. She believes that we can all strengthen our relationships, health, and general well being through the basic skills of massage. With this goal in mind, she created…
Lorraine Rawls – Wild Provence to Southern Oregon
Shields Bialasik 0 There are certain individuals who you meet, and literally everything they tell you about themselves is interesting. The funny thing about it is that they could probably tell you how they wash the dishes, and this unto itself would be interesting. Lorraine Rawls may not agree, but I think she is one of these people. I’m not exactly sure how…
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Day Achievement – Discover & Sustain a Life Profoundly connected to your Soul’s Mission
Shields Bialasik 0 Hi Aneeahseah, thanks so much for speaking with me today. How have you been since we last spoke? Thank you… We did our last interview one year ago and it was a really great year for me. It has been a year of transitioning from offering one-on-one sessions to placing the work before a greater number of awaiting participants in…
You Deserve The Best… Mountain Meadows 55+ Community
Shields Bialasik 0 Mountain Meadows is an award-winning 55+ retirement community in Ashland. Voted the “Best Small Active Retirement Community in America” by the National Council on Senior Housing and the National Association of Home Builders, Mountain Meadows is thoughtfully designed, solidly constructed and located on 27 acres of beautifully manicured lawns, trees and landscaping. The residents of Mountain Meadows enjoy year-round scenic…
Enoteca Bistro & Wine Bar – Fine wines, affordable value, relaxing atmosphere
BeckyBrown 0 Summertime is the perfect time to get out and enjoy all that our town has to offer. A walk in the park, the OSF Green Show each evening, First Friday Artwalk each month. When Medford’s EdenVale Winery opened up Enoteca (wine library in Italian), their downtown wine shop five years ago on the Plaza in Ashland, owner Anne Root intended…Business Listings
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DeAnna Sickler & Dyan Lane – John L. Scott Real Estate
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Dr. James Benson
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Ashland, Oregon 97520
Juliet Butters Doty – Spiritual Healing & Mysticism
541-613-7205
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Enchanted Florist
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Flower Tyme
541-488-1588
55 North Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520, USA
Matthew Hartman
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325 A Street #1, Ashland