Talk & Lecture Sunday, April 2 2017 @ 2:00 pm Ashland Branch Library – Free Admission The world is witnessing the awakening of humanity at this most critical time. Millions of people across the globe are voicing their concerns for the health of our planet; demanding change and transformation of...
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INSPIRATIONAL SINGER/SONGWRITER LAURA BERMAN
INSPIRATIONAL SINGER/SONGWRITER LAURA BERMAN is returning to Havurah Shir Hadash to perform a solo, acoustic concert on Saturday April 1st at 7:30pm. $10-20 sliding scale at the door. 185 North Mountain Avenue, Ashland, OR. Laura will be performing her original songs, as well as debuting new material, including songs from...
The Novelists at The Brickroom April 7th
Fresh off a tour with Train and Michael Franti their coming to our town! Inside Story of the Novelists by Jeri Chadwell-Singley The guys stopped to snap a selfie while at 102.3 the Max in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. “I miss my dogs, but quite frankly I would stay out another...
Mindfulness Works! A Mindfulness Workshop in Ashland
Ashland OR, March 6, 2017: Mindfulness experts Devon and Craig Hase will be teaching mindfulness techniques and practices during a three-day workshop, March 31st – April 2nd, from 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sunday, at...
Humanity at a Crossroads – Free Lecture
Talk & Lecture Sunday, April 2 2017 @ 2:00 pm Ashland Branch Library – Free Admission The world is witnessing the awakening of humanity at this most critical time. Millions of people across the globe are voicing their concerns for the health of our planet; demanding change and transformation of...
Ashland Independent Film Festival to Announce Full Lineup at Festival Preview Night and Offers a Sneak Peek at 10 Highlights
ASHLAND, Ore. – The Ashland Independent Film Festival will announce its 2017 film and event lineup at their Festival Preview Night on Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. at the SOU Music Recital Hall in Ashland. This is the first chance to see clips from festival films, pick up the...
AirHop – Vacation Reservation Management
Do you own a vacation rental, cottage, cabin, mother-in-law’s quarters, or second home that you are renting? Are you running at 90% occupancy? Are you either too busy or simply unable to navigate the required steps to fully optimize your reservation booking? Introducing AirHop LLC, a locally-owned company owned by...
Leading Visionaries Speak in Ashland – Architects of the New Paradigm
The Architects of the New Paradigm Conference Series (ANP) brings together some of today’s most accomplished visionaries to present a fresh approach to the world’s critical challenges. ANP events take a blinders-off approach to identifying the root causes of the meta-challenges, balanced with innovative and practical solutions. Presenters are chosen...
February at Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission (APRC)
View all of our WINTER programs at AshlandParksandRec.org. Our easy-to-use digital guide has direct registration links for ALL classes that require registration. If you would like to receive a hardcopy of the next guide, complete our online request form at ashland.or.us/MailMyGuide or call us at 541.488.5340. We would also be...
A New Experience at the Zagorska Oasis Spa & Apothecary
The Zagorska Oasis is different than anything you’ve ever experienced in a spa. Every single product used in the treatments is handmade by me in Ashland. All are formulated with natural, organic, wildcrafted, and Eco-Cert certified ingredients. In addition, I offer a retail line of skin and body care offered...
Expert Properties – Sales, Furnished Rentals, Property Management – New Office in Ashland!
Whether you are a buyer, seller, investor, or renter, Expert Properties has you covered! Employing a “high tech – high touch” approach, the company utilizes cutting edge technologies accompanied with personalized service. Available seven days a week, ten hours a day, Expert Properties has solutions for all your real estate...
Every Week is Eat Local Week at Larks
Damon Jones has been the executive chef for Larks Home Kitchen Cuisine in Ashland since 2005. Since 2013, when Larks opened a second location in Medford, he divides his time between the two restaurants, managing two culinary teams. In support of Thrive’s Eat Local Week, Damon talks with us about...
Roberts Chiropractic – Experience the Difference
Dr. Scott Roberts is passionate about his profession. As a Gonstead Chiropractic practitioner, Dr. Roberts goes above and beyond to offer you premium chiropractic care that sees you as an individual with your own set of needs, and treats you like one of the family. From the moment you step through...
Carney Insurance – Obamacare? Medicare? …Relax… We Learn This Stuff, so You Don’t Have To!
This year, when looking to update or change your healthcare policy, consider calling Carney Insurance. With an eye for detail, Sue Carney has spent the last three years developing a niche for herself as a go-to resource for all topics Obamacare. She has the answers to your questions and as...
Amy Maher, MD – Wholistic Health Care for Women
Dr. Amy Maher is happy to announce the opening of a new integrative medical clinic. She is located at Ashland Holistic Health Clinic, 325 A Street, Suite 1, near Ashland Hardware. She is a dual-board certified physician combining her medical expertise with alternative healing therapies. She helps women suffering from...
Jennifer Downs – Creating Loving Relationships – Change IS Possible
For over 25 years, Licensed Professional Counselor Jennifer Downs has worked to support couples and individuals in achieving positive, lasting change. She helps clients become aware of self-protective barriers, create more intimacy, find purpose, develop connections, heal from relationship loss, and maintain long-term loving relationships. As clients gain deeper awareness...
Kimberly Avelyn Era – Movement Works – Live an Active & Pain-Free Life With Functional Fitness
What if we could maintain our ability to move freely, easily and with strength and balance THROUGHOUT our lives? What if we could reverse the physical and emotional impacts of trauma that lead to freedom of movement being impaired? What if moving your body was a critical key to authentic...
Sofia Roper, Tech-Savvy Sofia – Delivers Solutions – Brings Relief – Makes You Smile
Introducing Sofia Roper. She can solve your computer problems and make you laugh at the same time. A world traveler and life-long entrepreneur, Sofia employs a positive “can-do” attitude that allows her sheer joy and enthusiasm to support you in all your computer needs. From basic email setup to advanced...
Heartsong Nutrition – Support for a Healthier Lifestyle
If you love complex, super-healthy smoothies and are keen about living a healthy lifestyle, stop by Heartsong Nutrition. Located in the Gateway Shopping Center next to Market of Choice, Heartsong Nutrition is locally owned by Jim, Anyas, and their son, Sunji Spencer. Now celebrating their 4th year in business —...
Dynamic Energetic Healing® Five Day Intensive for Practitioners
A model in Energy Psychology and Energy Medicine… Mary Hammond, MA LPC DCEP September 12-16 2014 Ashland, OR? Jackson Wellsprings? Choose your own place to stay in beautiful Ashland Early Early Early! Registration by August 15 – $850.00 Early Bird Registration by September 1 – $875.00 Then Full Price – $975.00...
REDWOOD HIGHWAY Coming to Theaters in Southern Oregon, Makes Its Mark on Hollywood
by Gary Kout Local audiences eagerly awaiting the theatrical release of Redwood Highway need wait no longer. The feature-length film, made in Southern Oregon and starring two-time Academy Award nominee Shirley Knight and screen legend Tom Skerritt, opens on Friday, May 23rd at Coming Attractions Theatres in Ashland, Grants Pass,...
Helping the Hungry at the 3rd Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser Raising Funds, Friends and Awareness
by Deborah Rothschild Guests at this year’s Empty Bowls Supper will again show their solidarity with hungry people in the Rogue Valley. For the third year, Peace House is hosting this modest meal of soup and bread to benefit Uncle Foods Diner. Proceeds will be shared with the Ashland Emergency...
Gail Frahm – EMyth Business Coaching
Almost thirty-seven years ago, EMyth pioneered the small business coaching industry that now generates $9 billion a year in revenues. Over that time, EMyth has helped small business owners around the world learn how to build a business that truly works through coaching and training. Their clients have come from...
Grizzly Peak Trail
When the summer heat hits the valley and you need to get some perspective, hike the Grizzly Peak Trail. It is only about 10 miles from town, but the elevation affords a cooler outing for hikers and equestrians, and spectacular views of the area. The trail is accessible from late...
Fish Lake
Fish Lake lies between Brown Mountain and Mt. McLoughlin, surrounded by majestic old growth forests. Originally a small natural lake, it has been enlarged by several construction projects intended to help irrigate the Rogue Valley. Beginning in 1898, the Fish Lake Water Company has enlarged the lake by a factor...
Emigrant Lake
Don’t want to spend half the day in the car to get to a wide variety of outdoor activities? Emigrant Lake Recreation Area is a perfect fit for a spontaneous trip, or for planning gatherings of up to 300 people for day use. Located less than 10 minutes from the...
Applegate Lake
Close enough for an easy day trip, but feeling remote enough for a weekend away, Applegate Lake has an away-from-it all appeal. This is a no-wake reservoir, so leave the speedboats at home, and watch the Osprey and Bald Eagles hunt the abundant fish in this wilderness lake. The earthen...
Howard Prairie Lake
“If I had a pony, I’d ride him on my boat, ” Lyle Lovett must have been singing about Howard Prairie Lake, a lovely mid-elevation destination about 18 miles (29 km) east of Ashland with both the best sailing and horseback riding opportunities in the area. The lake was formed...
Mountain Bike Trails
White Rabbit mountain bike trail (6.7 miles) is popular because it is so accessible to Ashland. It is heavily used by hikers as well as mountain bikers, and provides great views of Mt. Ashland and Emigrant Lake. To ride as a loop, begin at the Lupine drive parking area of...
Award winning local film company launches online premiere
Talent, OR., On May 6, 2013, local film company XRATS Productions will launch its most ambitious film to date, Self Inflicted. This dark comedy features Jim, a regular guy except for his masochistic tendencies. He's looking for Ms. Right, but the question is can he control his destructive tendencies long enough to find her? The film will be available for free at midnight on May 6th, at www.selfinflictedfilm.com
A Couple of Poets
A COUPLE OF POETS IN TOWN Illahe Studios and Gallery on B and Fourth Streets in Ashland will host a “Special Poetry Event” as part of their Poetry in the Neighborhood series on Thursday, June 13th at 7:00 p.m. San Francisco Renaissance/Beat Poet David Meltzer and Julie Rogers, a long...
Plant Spirit Medicine Workshop with Shaman Eliot Cowan
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, April 6th & 7th, 9:00am -5:00pm PLANT SPIRIT MEDICINE: DISCOVERING THE WISDOM OF THE NATURAL WORLD Held at the Vitalist School of Herbology in Ashland (www.vitalistherbology.com) We are delighted to have Eliot Cowan, author of the book “Plant Spirit Medicine”, as a guest teacher this spring. Please...
Snatam Kaur Concert May 16, 2012 at SOU Music Recital Hall
Snatam Kaur performs live at the beautiful SOU Music Recital Hall, 405 S Mountain Ave in Ashland on May 16th. Buy tickets early as her last concert was standing room only. Tickets (cash) available at Spirit of Shakti at 471 A St in Ashland or by credit card at: www.SpiritVoyage.com/Snatam....
The annual OREGON CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL is back in Ashland, OR the weekend of March 1-3, 2013.
For the 9th time Oregon chocolatiers come to Ashland to showcase their diverse creations. The festival is completely dedicated to Oregon chocolatiers. Expect the unexpected! From traditional hand rolled truffles, enrobed in the finest chocolates, to chocolate-filled soft pretzels, chocolate cupcakes, toffee, and hot chocolate. For those looking for some exciting flavors...
FIRST FRIDAY MUSIC VIDEO PREMIERE for uPhonic Soundsystem
Creative production company Mmmmm Society premieres uPhonic Soundsystem’s new music video “Searching for the Sun” directed by Tim Boxell. Screenings every thirty minutes during Ashland’s First Friday Art Walk at Taroko from 6 to 9 pm, February 1st. Tim Boxell is a director, writer, designer and illustrator who has directed...
Valentine’s Day Exotic Erotic Ball Heats Up for SART
Valentine’s Day in Ashland just got spicier for a good cause. Love Revolution’s annual Exotic Erotic Valentine’s Day Ball is a benefit for education in love, sex and intimacy as all proceeds from the raffle and other activities during the night will be donated to SART–Jackson County’s Sexual Assault Response...
Valentine’s Day Exotic Erotic Ball Heats Up for SART
Exotic Erotic Ball 2013 Press Release January 18, 2013 Valentines Day in Ashland just got spicier for a good cause. Love Revolution’s annual Exotic Erotic Valentine’s Day Ball is a benefit for education in love, sex and intimacy. All proceeds from the raffle and other activities during the night will...
Launch Student Film Competition
Calling all kindergarten through undergraduate college students of the Siskiyou Region! Ever thought about making a film? You should, because we want to see YOUR film! We are now accepting entries for our Launch Student Film Competition and it is FREE to enter. The Launch is a contest for student...
Book Launch Party for Local Author Suzanne Mathis McQueen
Contact: Suzanne McQueen suzmcqueen@gmail.com 541.292.9004 Author Hosting Book Launch with Event-Only Prices, Giveaways, and Free Gift Wrapping A book launch party for Suzanne Mathis McQueen’s newly released book, 4 Seasons in 4 Weeks: Awakening the Power, Wisdom, and Beauty in Every Woman’s Nature, is scheduled at Oasis ~ A Healing...
Organic Farming Leads to Year-Round Local Eating
Organic Farming Leads to Year-Round Local Eating for Rogue Valley Families APPLEGATE, OR The Rogue Valley is home to an abundance of farmers, but few farmers extend their season into the colder months to provide local food to families in the Rogue Valley. As Americans demand more and better access...