Things to do in the Rogue Valley this week and beyond
Published 5:00 am Monday, April 28, 2025
- Musicians, poets, comedians and other talented folks are invited to showcase their talents from 5 to 7 p.m. every Monday at Rockafairy in the Rogue Valley Mall, 1600 N Riverside Ave., Medford, Suite 1130 near Macy's on the first floor. All skill levels welcome. For further details, see rockafairy.org or call 541-224-5111.
With live music, book clubs, presentations, special events and more, there’s something for everyone. Check out our listings for all the happenings in the Rogue Valley, including recurring activities, plays and gallery showings each week at rv-times.com/go_rogue.
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Monday, April 28
Rogue X: The indoor pools and gym at Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, Medford, is open for lap and recreational swimming and gym sports such as basketball and volleyball daily. For information on swim and gym schedules, as well as swim lessons, see roguexmedford.com or call 541-774-2400.
DART Mobile Services: The JCLS DART outreach vehicle, which visits a variety of locations throughout Jackson County, is a Wi-Fi hotspot and computer lab all rolled into one. Library staff will offer use of laptop computers, along with tech help and special programs and presentations. Anyone within a 300-foot radius of DART can access its Wi-Fi for free. To learn more, including the most up-to-date schedule of stops, see jcls.org/DART or call 541-774-8679.
Seniors Activities: A variety of activities and services are available to adults 50 and older from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, at the Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Ave.; and from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, at the Medford Senior Center, 510 E. Main St., Medford. See ashlandseniorservices.org or medfordseniorcenter.org or call 541-488-5342 or 541-772-2273, respectively, for full listings.
Take & Make: Stop by any JCLS branch to pick up a take-and-make craft kit during select dates. Each library branch offers a unique craft every month for every age group, from preschoolers to adults, and all needed supplies are included in the kit. For details, see jcls.libcal.com or call the library branch in your area.
Open Mic: Musicians, poets, comedians and other talented folks are invited to showcase their talents from 5 to 7 p.m. every Monday at Rockafairy in the Rogue Valley Mall, 1600 N Riverside Ave., Medford, Suite 1130 near Macy’s on the first floor. All skill levels welcome. For further details, see rockafairy.org or call 541-224-5111.
Author Talk: Author Mary Silva will discuss her new novel “No Small Thing” at 7 p.m. Monday, April 28, at Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland. Admission is free. Call 541-488-0029 or see bloomsburyashland.com.
Paul Schmeling Band: The Paul Schmeling Band will perform jazz standards from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays at Martino’s Restaurant and Lounge, 58 E. Main St., Ashland. See martinosashland.com or call 541-488-4420.
Tuesday, April 29
Ashland Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market: Seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh-cut flowers, crafts, specialty foods, drinks and more are available from local farmers and vendors 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday through Nov. 25, at ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland. For further details, including information about the organization’s SNAP Double Up Food Bucks program, see rvgrowersmarket.com.
Children’s Museum: The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon, 413 W. Main St., Medford, features early learning opportunities, educational experiences, interactive play exhibits and activities for children. Exhibits at the hands-on museum include farm-to-table play area, ranger station, wildlife rescue tree-house, a replica of Bigfoot, “The Makery,” art projects and more. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, and from noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $15 for children; $10 for adults; memberships, scholarships and discounts available. For further details, see tcmso.org or call 541-772-9922.
Medford Senior Center Bingo: The Medford Senior Center will host bingo games for adults at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday at the Medford Senior Center, 510 East Main St. $8 for games; special packs and early bird packs available. Daubers are $1-$2. Must be 18 or older to participate. Doors open at 10 a.m.; early bird games open at 11 a.m. Games finish by 3 p.m. See medfordseniorcenter.org or call 541-538-1229.
SOCAN: The climate action group Southern Oregon Climate Action Now will host a free general meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. SOCAN’s Federal and State Legislative Project Team will discuss some of the critical bills that SOCAN is following and where things stand on issues of concern to the organization. For more information, see socan.eco/events.
State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine: Experience the enchanting tale of “Sleeping Beauty” brought to life in a mesmerizing ballet by Classical Arts Entertainment at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford. Witness the captivating performance by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine as they tell the story of Princess Aurora, cursed to a century-long slumber by the evil fairy Carabosse. This production features lavish sets, hand-painted scenery, exquisite costumes designed by talented Ukrainian artists, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. Tickets are $65-$85, $58-$78 for ages 22 and younger; group discounts available for 10 tickets or more. Tickets and further information are available at craterian.org, at the box office, or by calling 541-779-3000.
Wednesday, April 30
ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum: A variety of interactive science exhibits and programs are available at the museum, located at 1500 E. Main St., Ashland. The interactive museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Admission is $12.50, $10.50 for ages 2 and older, and for 65 and older, and free for kids under age 2, $3 for SNAP/Oregon Trail card holders. Admission is $5 the first Sunday of every month; group discounts available. To purchase tickets or for more information, see scienceworksmuseum.org or call 541-482-6767.
Yarnia: Children 8 and older, as well as adults, can learn to knit or crochet from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Eagle Point library, 239 W. Main St. Supplies and instruction are provided. All levels welcome. For further details, see jcls.libcal.com or call 541-826-3313.
Paws to Read: Young readers are invited to share a story with a trained and registered therapy dog at 3 p.m. every Wednesday, at the Jacksonville library, 340 W. C St. For further details, including similar programs at other library branches, see jcls.libcal.com or call 541-899-1665.
Civics Presentation: Lois MacMillan, Organization of American Historians’ National Teacher of the Year, will offer a series of three presentations at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at the Ruch library, 7919 Highway 238, Jacksonville. MacMillan will explore classical virtues and civic responsibilities. Drawing from Jeffrey Rosen’s “The Pursuit of Happiness” and Richard Haas’s “The Bill of Obligations,” participants will examine values to blend history and civic engagement and to inspire personal and community wellbeing. Admission is free. For further information call 541-846-7501 or 541-899-7655.
Grant Ruiz: Flamenco singer and guitarist Grant Ruiz will perform at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Phil King: The singer, songwriter and guitarist will play acoustic Americana-style originals along with a mix of retro cover songs across a wide variety of genres at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at Local Vines Wine Bar, 900 N. Haskell St., Suite A, Central Point. See localvineswinebar.com or call 541-840-3039.
Jeff Kloetzel: Singer, songwriter and guitar player Jeff Kloetzel will play an acoustic mix of pop, folk and soul, along with original songs at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. $18 cover; includes dinner. Reservations recommended. See southstagecellars.com or call 541-899-9120.
Rogue Blues Society: The Rogue Blues Society will hold a special jam session from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, with Ben Rice & The PDX Hustle at Grape Street Bar & Grill, 31 S. Grape St., Medford. Admission is free; donations accepted. See rogueblues.org/jams or find Rogue Blues Society on Facebook.
Comedy Improv Sessions: The Rogue Valley Improvers, led by Thomas Hartmann who trained with Second City Chicago, will hold free improvisational comedy practice from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. This group is neither affiliated or endorsed by JCLS. For further information, email forinfoman44@gmail.com.
High Sierra Band Contest: Multiple bands from the Regional Semi-Finalists in the High Sierra Music Festival Band Contest will perform at 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Featuring music by Crooked Heart, Family Mystic, Adam Gabriel and The Cavaliers, and Moonbow. Must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721.
Thursday, May 1
Medford Growers Market: Fresh and organic seasonal produce, fresh-cut flowers, art and crafts, artisan foods and more are available from local farms and vendors from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Thursday through Nov. 20, in Hawthorne Park, 501 E. Main St., corner of East Jackson and Hawthorne streets, Medford. For further details, including information about the organization’s SNAP Double Up Food Bucks program, see rvgrowersmarket.com.
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn: Discover how children learn through play and daily activities — singing songs, telling stories, creating art — from 10:30 to noon every Thursday, at the Ruch library, 7919 Highway 238, Jacksonville. Open to young children (ages 0-5), their family, and caregivers/parents. No pre-registration required. See jcls.libcal.com or call 541-899-7438.
Jen & Jon: Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jen Ambrose and guitarist and composer Jon Galfano will perform a mix of original blues, soul and folk at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Irish Music: Hear live traditional Irish and Celtic music by a variety of local musicians from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. Admission is free. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Craig Martin: Guitarist and singer Craig Martin performs a variety of “two-lane highway songs” at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at the Wild Goose Cafe and Bar, 2365 Ashland St., Ashland. See wildgoosecafe.com or call 541-488-4103.
Stamp Club: The Southern Oregon Philatelic Society meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of every month in the Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church, 607 W. Main St., Medford. All ages welcome; doors open at 6:30 p.m. For information, see classic.stamps.org/SOPS or call 541-770-1689.
Boozy Bingo: Play free rounds of Bingo for prizes from 7 to 10 p.m. every Thursday at Voodoo Martini, 106 S Grape St., Medford. See voodoomartinibar.com.
The Young Kidz: The Young Kidz will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.
Friday, May 2
Spanish Language Group: English speakers with at least an intermediate knowledge of Spanish can meet from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fridays, at the Santos Community Center, 701 N. Columbus Ave., Medford. Look for casual, supportive conversation and interpretation. Native speakers are welcome to help. Call 541-499-6646.
Barnstormer’s Spring Fair: Shop for antiques and vintage goods, upcycled furniture, and farmhouse and shabby chic home and garden decor from more than 75 vendors from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 2, and 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 3, at The Expo, 1 Peninger Road, Central Point. Vegetable starts and other plants, as well as food trucks, drink trucks and a bar will also be available. Tickets are $10 for Friday, $7 for Saturday or $5 with a non-perishable food donation; kids ages 12 and younger get in free. See barnstormersvintagefair.com for further details or to purchase tickets.
Ashland Fringe: Rockafairy and Ashland Fringe will present the second annual Ashland Fringe festival at a variety of locations around Lithia Park and Downtown Ashland Friday through Sunday, May 2-4. The festival is held to cultivate community, provide a platform for uniquely creative voices, and bolster unconventional new art. For further details, including a schedule of live performances, see ashlandfringe.org.
Slopes & Trails: Rogue Valley residents are invited to a no host meet-and-greet at 5 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Las Palmas Restaurant, 201 E. California St., Jacksonville. Slopes and Trails is a nonprofit organization that provides social and recreational activities. See slopes.org.
Jeff Kloetzel: Singer, songwriter and guitar player Jeff Kloetzel will play an acoustic mix of pop, folk and soul, along with original songs at 5 p.m. Friday, May 2, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. See dancin.com or call 541-245-1133.
Rick Millward: Singer, songwriter and guitarist Rick Millward will perform a mix of classic and current rock, pop, folk and original music at 5 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com, find Rellik Winery on Facebook, or call 541-499-0449.
Alissa Weaver: Singer-songwriter Alissa Weaver and her band will perform original songs at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.
Victoria Lawton Diez: Singer and guitarist Victoria Delsol will perform Spanish singer-songwriter folk songs and covers of American classics and modern indie tunes at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Nick & Shae: Multi-instrumentalist Nick Garrett-Powell and singer Shae Celine will perform covers of popular music and original songs at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Silent Disco: Dance the night away at a family-friendly Silent Disco from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, May 2, near the lower duck pond at the front entrance to Lithia Park in Ashland. DJs will spin a mix of music. Two channels will be available. Rent a pair of wireless headphones for $10. For further details and updates in case of inclement weather see facebook.com/slnt.ly1.
The Roadsters: Guitarists James Fletcher and Joe Carnes, bassist Billy Boy Santos, percussionists Annette Marie Fortino and Jerry Horton, and keyboardist Elena Shpatenko-Fletcher will play a mix of country, oldies, classic rock and pop at 6 p.m. Friday, May 2, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.
Dan Dozier: Guitarist and vocalist Dan Dozier will perform old country and soft rock favorites spanning several decades at 6 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.
John Dabaco: Jazz pianist John Dabaco will perform standards and classics from 6 to 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at the Hearsay Restaurant, Lounge & Garden, 40 S. First St., Ashland. Call 541-625-0505.
Jim Friend: Guitarist Jim Friend will play a mix of pop, light rock and country at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Walkabout Brewing Co., 921 Mason Way, Medford. See walkaboutbrewing.com or call 541-734-4677.
Jefferson Baroque Orchestra: The Jefferson Baroque Orchestra will present “Trio sonatas of the Baroque,” a showcase concert of small ensembles at 7 p.m. Friday, May 2, at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church; 140 N. Oakdale Ave., Medford; at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Newman United Methodist Church, 132 N. E. B St., Grants Pass; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at First United Methodist Church, 175 N. Main St., Ashland. The program will include works of Bach, Corelli, Vivaldi, Pepusch, Telemann, Handel and Quantz. Tickets are $25, $20 for seniors ages 65 and older, $5 for Oregon Trail Card holders, free admission for ages 18 and younger. For tickets and further details, see jeffersonbaroque.org.
Mariachi Herencia: The historic tradition of mariachi music has its roots in cities such as Guadalajara and Mexico City. As the ever-evolving genre’s influence spread however, it reached Chicago and birthed the two-time Latin Grammy nominee Mariachi Herencia de México. The band will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, May 2, at the Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford. The energetic, virtuosic group has released chart-topping albums and performed across the North American continent. Tickets are $36-$48, $24-$36. Tickets and further information are available at craterian.org, at the box office, or by calling 541-779-3000.
Téada: World-renowned Irish super band, Téada (“strings” in Irish), will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Grizzly Peak Winery, 1600 E. Nevada St., Ashland. One of Ireland’s leading traditional bands since 2001, Téada has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, Russia, Israel and Australia. Tickets are $30. Gates open at 6 p.m. For tickets, email seats@cagefreeconcerts.com. For further details see grizzlypeakwinery.com.
Pinsky & Phil: Guitar and harmonica duo David Pinsky and Phil Newton will play original ‘60s-style Chicago blues duets at 7 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.
Stand-up Comedy: Black Market Comedy will host a stand-up comedy show from 8 to 10 p.m. the first Friday and Saturday of each month, at Roxy’s Bar & Grill, 2375 S. Pacific Highway, Medford. Must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets are $15; available online at eventbrite.com. For further details, see blackmarketcomedy.com.
Saturday, May 3
VFW Breakfast: Members of VFW Post 1833 will serve breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at St. Vincent de Paul, 2424 N. Pacific Highway, Medford. The meal will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, toast and coffee. This event is held as Post 1833’s participation in the fourth annual Veterans of Foreign Wars National Day of Service which highlights the commitment of veterans to continue serving their communities after their military service. Donations will be shared between VFW Post 1833 and St. Vincent de Paul to support ongoing charitable work. Call 541-773-2938.
Ashland Saturday Market: Find fresh and organic seasonal produce, bakery items, artisan food, plants and other goods from local vendors from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 25, along Oak Street in downtown Ashland. For further details, including information about the organization’s SNAP Double Up Food Bucks program, see rvgrowersmarket.com.
Spring Garden Fair: The Jackson County Master Gardeners will hold its annual Spring Garden Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 3; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4, in the Mace building at The Expo, 1 Peninger Road, Central Point. Look for vegetable starts, annuals and perennial, tree and shrubs, educational displays, gardening items and books and more. Children’s activities and pet adoption opportunities will also be available. Call 541-776-7371 or see jacksoncountymga.org.
Medford Cars & Coffee: Car enthusiasts can meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. every Saturday in the parking lot of Southern Oregon Orthopedics, 2780 E. Barnett Rd. (behind the Starbucks at the corner of Barnett and Medical Center Dr.) All vehicles are welcome, from classics and muscle cars to exotics and hot rods. The group will not hold meetings in the event of rain or snowy weather. See medfordcarsncoffee.com or find Medford Cars and Coffee on Facebook for further information.
Grants Pass Growers Market: Find seasonal produce, baked goods, beverages and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Road, Grants Pass. See growersmarket.org.
Talent Garden Club: The Talent Garden Club meets from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at the Talent library, 101 Home St., Talent. The club promotes environmentally healthy practices, educates the community about best gardening practices, encourages the formation of pollinator gardens and finances scholarships for students pursuing horticulture related majors. For more information, email at info@ talentgardenclub.com or see talentgardenclub.com.
Lithia Artisans Market: More than 50 artisans display and sell handcrafted items from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through October along Calle Guanajuato, the pedestrian walkway behind the downtown Plaza that runs next to Ashland Creek in Ashland. Call 541-301-9811 or see lithiaartisansmarket.com.
Sanctuary One Tours: Sanctuary One, a nonprofit animal rescue care farm, will offer tours at 10:30 a.m. every Friday and Saturday through Oct. 18, at 13195 Upper Applegate Road, Jacksonville. A staff member or volunteer will guide you around the farm, explain how a care farm works and answer questions. The tour also includes a chance to meet the sanctuary’s herd of rescued farm animals and house pets. Tours last 90 minutes and involve walking about 3/4 mile. Admission is $10; children 2 and younger get in free. Reservations are required. To register or for further details, see sanctuaryone.org or call 541-899-8627.
Central Point Woodcarvers: The carving group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday at the Central Point Senior Resource Center, 123 N. Second St., Central Point. The group teaches and shares ideas for beginners, novices and intermediate woodcarvers. Membership fees are $10 per month or $55 a year. Recommended beginning tool sets are available for purchase. For more information, call 541-944-4535.
Gift-Making Walk: Kids and their families can participate in a free “Celebrate Mom Gift-Making Walk,” from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at shops in downtown Ashland. Begin at Fun Again Games to get your gift bag, then venture on to the other shops to create some lovely gifts for mom or a mom figure in your life. The walk ends at TreeHouse Books where you can wrap your gift and get a snack. For further details, call 541-482-1343.
Medford Senior Center Bingo: The Medford Senior Center will host bingo games for adults at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday at the Medford Senior Center, 510 East Main St. $8 for games; special packs and early bird packs available. Daubers are $1-$2. Must be 18 or older to participate. Doors open at 10 a.m.; early bird games open at 11 a.m. Games finish by 3 p.m. See medfordseniorcenter.org or call 541-538-1229.
Sterling Vintage Jazz: The Sterling Vintage Jazz band — Margaret Reno on vocals, Linda Powers on violin and vocals, Tim Church on guitar, and Steve Fain on bass — will perform diverse swing and jazz standards of the 1920s, ‘30s and ‘40s at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com, find Rellik Winery on Facebook, or call 541-499-0449.
Hopfinger Wishes: Beth Wishes and Jack Hopfinger will perform a variety of styles at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.
Jeff Kloetzel: Singer, songwriter and guitar player Jeff Kloetzel will play an acoustic mix of pop, folk and soul, along with original songs at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Stone River Winery and Vineyard, 2178 Pioneer Road, Talent. See stonerivervineyards.com or call 541-631-9583.
Studio Roxander: Studio Roxander Academy of Ballet will present its annual spring showcase at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at the Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford. The show will highlight the talent and dedication of the dance students, from age 3 through advanced pre-professionals. Experience firsthand the journey of growth and artistry as the dancers take the stage. Tickets are $20, $15 for ages newborn-11 years and seniors 65 and older. Tickets and further information are available at craterian.org, at the box office, or by calling 541-779-3000.
Très Palomas: Trio Très Palomas — vocalist Mari Simone, guitarist Jason Wolverton and upright bassist Sean Chon — will perform a blend of bossa nova, ballads and early jazz in French, Portuguese, English and Spanish at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Lisa & The Dynamics: The five-piece band Lisa and The Dynamics will perform a mix of pop, rock, R&B and current hits at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Dan Dozier: Guitarist and vocalist Dan Dozier will perform old country and soft rock favorites spanning several decades at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.
American Contraband: Four-piece rock band American Contraband — lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Matt Spurlock, lead guitarist Noah Lowry, bassist Jed Jester, and drummer Tim O’toole — will perform originals and covers ranging from folk to hard rock at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Walkabout Brewing Co., 921 Mason Way, Medford. See walkaboutbrewing.com or call 541-734-4677.
John Dabaco: Jazz pianist John Dabaco will perform standards and classics from 6 to 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at the Hearsay Restaurant, Lounge & Garden, 40 S. First St., Ashland. Call 541-625-0505.
Bryan Oliver: Guitarist Bryan Oliver will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.
Ben Rice & The PDX Hustle: Guitarist Ben Rice and his band, the Portland Hustle, will play original music inspired by traditional blues, Rockabilly and funk at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Tickets are $20. Must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721.
Stand-up Comedy: Black Market Comedy will host a stand-up comedy show from 8 to 10 p.m. the first Friday and Saturday of each month, at Roxy’s Bar & Grill, 2375 S. Pacific Highway, Medford. Must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets are $15; available online at eventbrite.com. For further details, see blackmarketcomedy.com.
Sunday, May 4
SunFolk Dance: Dance to traditional live folk music and learn dances from Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and more from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday at the Bellview Grange, 1050 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland. No partner or experience necessary. $5 donation requested. For further details, email at pmsheldon@gmail.com or call 541-613-4119.
Rogue Valley Old Timer Car Club: People interested in old car mechanics, restoration, safety and touring meet at 1:30 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Hall, 1130 Hazel St., Central Point. Membership is open to anyone who owns a car or truck 30 years old or older. Call 541-535-7658 or 541-227-3030.
Northwest Bird Club: Owners and those interested in pet birds can meet at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month. For location and details, see nwbirdclub.org or find Northwest Bird Club on Facebook.
David Gordon: Northwest troubadour David Gordon will perform “Love Songs from Around the World,” featuring Gordon’s favorite songs about love at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, on the second floor of Jacksonville’s New City Hall, 206 N. Fifth St. Gordon will draw from his repertoire of English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Old Scots music. He will also sing a love song from around 1160 in the language of Medieval Provencal, written for Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine by her troubadour. He will also share stories behind the songs. Tickets are $25, reservations are required. For tickets and further details, see historicjacksonville.org/david-gordon.
The Shabby Guys: Guitarist Pete Brown, bassist Jeff Addicott, drummer Mike Fitch, and Gordon Greenley on sax will play a mix of pop, blues, R&B and contemporary hits at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Del Rio Vineyards, 52 N. River Road, Gold Hill. Pets are not allowed during concerts. See delriovineyards.com or call 541-855-2062.
Phil Reed: Phil Reed, member of the duo Brothers Reed, will perform original acoustic pop, blues and folk at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.
Phil King: The singer, songwriter and guitarist will play acoustic Americana-style originals along with a mix of retro cover songs across a wide variety of genres at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Naumes Suncrest Winery, 1950 Suncrest Road, Talent. See naumessuncrestwinery.com or call 541-608-1755.
Dean Angermeier: Guitarist Dean Angermeier will perform at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent. See paschalwinery.com or call 541-535-7957.
Vinyl Tap: Rock ‘n’ roll trio Vinyl Tap will perform cover tunes and jams at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com, find Rellik Winery on Facebook, or call 541-499-0449.
DeLuxe: The band DeLuxe will perform covers of classic rock tunes at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.
Jonathan Foster: Americana roots singer-songwriter Jonathan Foster will perform at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
John Ivey: Guitarist and singer John Ivey will perform ‘80s pop, classic- and light rock at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.
Head Over Feet: Washington’s premier Alanis Morissette tribute band Head Over Feet will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Tickets are $25. Must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721.
Monday, May 5
Rogue X: The indoor pools and gym at Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, Medford, is open for lap and recreational swimming and gym sports such as basketball and volleyball daily. For information on swim and gym schedules, as well as swim lessons, see roguexmedford.com or call 541-774-2400.
DART Mobile Services: The JCLS DART outreach vehicle, which visits a variety of locations throughout Jackson County, is a Wi-Fi hotspot and computer lab all rolled into one. Library staff will offer use of laptop computers, along with tech help and special programs and presentations. Anyone within a 300-foot radius of DART can access its Wi-Fi for free. To learn more, including the most up-to-date schedule of stops, see jcls.org/DART or call 541-774-8679.
Seniors Activities: A variety of activities and services are available to adults 50 and older from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, at the Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Ave.; and from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, at the Medford Senior Center, 510 E. Main St., Medford. See ashlandseniorservices.org or medfordseniorcenter.org or call 541-488-5342 or 541-772-2273, respectively, for full listings.
Take & Make: Stop by any JCLS branch to pick up a take-and-make craft kit during select dates. Each library branch offers a unique craft every month for every age group, from preschoolers to adults, and all needed supplies are included in the kit. For details, see jcls.libcal.com or call the library branch in your area.
Open Mic: Musicians, poets, comedians and other talented folks are invited to showcase their talents from 5 to 7 p.m. every Monday at Rockafairy in the Rogue Valley Mall, 1600 N Riverside Ave., Medford, Suite 1130 near Macy’s on the first floor. All skill levels welcome. For further details, see rockafairy.org or call 541-224-5111.
Danielle Kelly Jazz Duo: Singer Danielle Kelly and guitarist Paul Turnipseed will perform a mix of jazz styles, soul and oldies at 5 p.m. Monday, May 5, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. See dancin.com or call 541-245-1133.
Paul Schmeling Band: The Paul Schmeling Band will perform jazz standards from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays at Martino’s Restaurant and Lounge, 58 E. Main St., Ashland. See martinosashland.com or call 541-488-4420.
Tuesday, May 6
Ashland Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market: Seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh-cut flowers, crafts, specialty foods, drinks and more are available from local farmers and vendors 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday through Nov. 25, at ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland. For further details, including information about the organization’s SNAP Double Up Food Bucks program, see rvgrowersmarket.com.
Children’s Museum: The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon, 413 W. Main St., Medford, features early learning opportunities, educational experiences, interactive play exhibits and activities for children. Exhibits at the hands-on museum include farm-to-table play area, ranger station, wildlife rescue tree-house, a replica of Bigfoot, “The Makery,” art projects and more. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, and from noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $15 for children; $10 for adults; memberships, scholarships and discounts available. For further details, see tcmso.org or call 541-772-9922.
Medford Senior Center Bingo: The Medford Senior Center will host bingo games for adults at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday at the Medford Senior Center, 510 East Main St. $8 for games; special packs and early bird packs available. Daubers are $1-$2. Must be 18 or older to participate. Doors open at 10 a.m.; early bird games open at 11 a.m. Games finish by 3 p.m. See medfordseniorcenter.org or call 541-538-1229.
Books at Noon: This readers’ group discusses various books and offers suggestions for new reads at noon the first Tuesday of each month at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. See jcls.libcal.com or call 541-774-6980.
Southern Oregon Crochet & Knit: Knitters, crocheters, lace needle crafters and tatters of all skill levels gather to learn from each other, share ideas and create new pieces from 3 to 4:45 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Phoenix library, 510 W. First St. See Southern Oregon Crochet & Knit on Facebook.
RVTD Anniversary Celebration: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rogue Valley Transportation District from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, at the Guy Wallman Mobility Training Center, 200 S. Front St., Medford. The event will feature refreshments, safety swag and opportunities to learn about RVTD’s history and plans for the future. See rvtd.org or call 541-779-5821.
Queer Coffee House: The social group for LGBTQ+ communities and their allies ages 13 and older meets from 5:30 to 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. The group gathers to watch movies, play games, build community and share favorite books, movies, podcasts and more. All ages welcome. See jcls.libcal.com or call 541-774-8679.
Southern Oregon Photographic Association: The local camera club meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of each month, September thru May, in Lidgate Hall at Medford United Church of Christ, 1801 E. Jackson St., Medford. The first meeting each month includes member competitions in both print media and Electronic Imaging Division. The second meeting of the month is dedicated to a program by a local photographer, instructor or photojournalist. All interested in photography or video production are welcome; no cost to attend. For further information, see sopacameraclub.com.
Wednesday, May 7
Bird Walk: Jim Hostick, of the Rogue Valley Audubon Society, leads slow-paced, 1½-mile walks at 8:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Denman Wildlife Area, off Touvelle or Agate roads, in Eagle Point. The numbers of different species observed by participants are entered in the Cornell Ornithological Laboratory’s eBird database. Participants will need to purchase an Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife parking permit. See roguevalleyaudubon.org for directions and information.
ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum: A variety of interactive science exhibits and programs are available at the museum, located at 1500 E. Main St., Ashland. The interactive museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Admission is $12.50, $10.50 for ages 2 and older, and for 65 and older, and free for kids under age 2, $3 for SNAP/Oregon Trail card holders. Admission is $5 the first Sunday of every month; group discounts available. To purchase tickets or for more information, see scienceworksmuseum.org or call 541-482-6767.
Yarnia: Children 8 and older, as well as adults, can learn to knit or crochet from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Eagle Point library, 239 W. Main St. Supplies and instruction are provided. All levels welcome. For further details, see jcls.libcal.com or call 541-826-3313.
Paws to Read: Young readers are invited to share a story with a trained and registered therapy dog at 3 p.m. every Wednesday, at the Jacksonville library, 340 W. C St. For further details, including similar programs at other library branches, see jcls.libcal.com or call 541-899-1665.
Banned Book Club: Adults can meet to read and discuss banned books at 4 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Talk will focus on what caused selected books to be banned, what being banned means, how this impacts us as a society, and if we agree or disagree. On May 7, the book to be discussed will be “The Fellowship of the Ring,” by J.R.R. Tolkien. Stop by the Medford reference desk to pick up a copy of the month’s current title. For details or to register, see jcls.libcal.com or call 541-774-8679.
Lisa & Dean: Singer Lisa Udall and pianist Dean Angermeier will perform an eclectic mix of pop, jazz, blues, R&B and country music at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. See dancin.com or call 541-245-1133.
Jen & Jon: Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jen Ambrose and guitarist and composer Jon Galfano will perform a mix of original blues, soul and folk at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, at Local Vines Wine Bar, 900 N. Haskell St., Suite A, Central Point. See localvineswinebar.com or call 541-840-3039.
Il Briccone Duetto: Classical guitarist Dayton Mason and mandolinist Gaur Groover will perform instrumental Italian classics at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Rogue Blues Society: The Rogue Blues Society holds a jam session from 6 to 9 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month at Grape Street Bar & Grill, 31 S. Grape St., Medford. On May 7, the host band will be Duke Street; a different band hosts each jam. Admission is free; donations accepted. See rogueblues.org/jams or find Rogue Blues Society on Facebook.
Comedy Improv Sessions: The Rogue Valley Improvers, led by Thomas Hartmann who trained with Second City Chicago, will hold free improvisational comedy practice from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. This group is neither affiliated or endorsed by JCLS. For further information, email forinfoman44@gmail.com.
Thursday, May 8
Medford Growers Market: Fresh and organic seasonal produce, fresh-cut flowers, art and crafts, artisan foods and more are available from local farms and vendors from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Thursday through Nov. 20, in Hawthorne Park, 501 E. Main St., corner of East Jackson and Hawthorne streets, Medford. For further details, including information about the organization’s SNAP Double Up Food Bucks program, see rvgrowersmarket.com.
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn: Discover how children learn through play and daily activities — singing songs, telling stories, creating art — from 10:30 to noon every Thursday, at the Ruch library, 7919 Highway 238, Jacksonville. Open to young children (ages 0-5), their family, and caregivers/parents. No pre-registration required. See jcls.libcal.com or call 541-899-7438.
Community Dinner: The 1st Phoenix Community Center will hold a community dinner from 5 to 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday of every month, at the community center, 121 2nd St., Phoenix. See 1stphoenix.org or call 541-543-6874.
SOSA Open Mic: The Southern Oregon Songwriters Association will host an open mic featuring all original music at 5 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. Share your own original music or hear music written and performed live by members of our own Southern Oregon community. Sign ups start at 4:30 p.m. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.
Open Mic: Singer, songwriter and guitarist Rick Millward will host an open mic from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. Limit 15 total acts. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.
Nick & Shae: Multi-instrumentalist Nick Garrett-Powell and singer Shae Celine will perform covers of popular music and original songs at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Irish Music: Hear live traditional Irish and Celtic music by a variety of local musicians from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. Admission is free. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Phil Reed: Phil Reed, member of the duo Brothers Reed, will perform original acoustic pop, blues and folk at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.
Boozy Bingo: Play free rounds of Bingo for prizes from 7 to 10 p.m. every Thursday at Voodoo Martini, 106 S Grape St., Medford. See voodoomartinibar.com.
Friday, May 9
Spanish Language Group: English speakers with at least an intermediate knowledge of Spanish can meet from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fridays, at the Santos Community Center, 701 N. Columbus Ave., Medford. Look for casual, supportive conversation and interpretation. Native speakers are welcome to help. Call 541-499-6646.
Dennis Konecny: Singer and guitarist Dennis Konecny will perform a mix of ‘50s rockabilly, country and ‘90s standards at 5 p.m. Friday, May 9, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com, find Rellik Winery on Facebook, or call 541-499-0449.
Jared Gutridge Duo: Acoustic guitarists and singers Jared Gutridge and Adrian Wright will perform a blend of indie rock and pop originals and covers at 5 p.m. Friday, May 9, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. See dancin.com or call 541-245-1133.
JustaDuo: Singer Alois Henderson and multi-instrumentalist and singer Albert Lee will perform easy listening pop and light rock at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 9, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Charlee Prayers & the Double Dares: Charlee Prayers and his band will perform a mix of funk, jazz and R&B covers and originals at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 9, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Jimmy Limo: Multi-instrumentalist and singer Jimmy Limo will perform at 6 p.m. Friday, May 9, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.
John Dabaco: Jazz pianist John Dabaco will perform standards and classics from 6 to 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at the Hearsay Restaurant, Lounge & Garden, 40 S. First St., Ashland. Call 541-625-0505.
Phil Reed: Phil Reed, member of the duo Brothers Reed, will perform original acoustic pop, blues and folk at 7 p.m. Friday, May 9, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.
Bodhi Mojo: Psychedelic, five-piece jam band Bodhi Mojo will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, May 9, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Tickets are $15. Must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721.
Saturday, May 10
Garden Club Plant Sale: The Jacksonville Garden Club will host its annual spring sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, near the post office on Oregon Street in Jacksonville. Look for fresh-cut flower bouquets, potted plants, spring starts, cards and crafts, homemade baked goods and more. Proceeds go toward scholarships for local young people and support beautification projects at the Peter Britt Garden, the Jacksonville Post Office, the Jacksonville Community Center and Scheffel-Thurston Park. For further details, call 702-767-6424.
‘Sparking Action’: Southern Oregon Forest Restoration Collaborative (SOFRC), ScienceWorks, City of Ashland, and Lomakatsi Restoration Project will present the second annual community wildfire event “Sparking Action!” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland. Meet local firefighters, learn about fire prevention and safety, the cultural use of fire and see live fire science demonstrations and film screenings. A variety of safety-themed activities for all ages will be offered. Admission is free; lunch provided. To register see https://bit.ly/3RZc9pj or call 541-482-6767.
Peter Anastos Quartet: The quartet — Peter Anastos on trumpet, drummer Tom Freeman, pianist John Mazzei and bassist Tarik Ragab — will be joined by student musician drummer Ollie Murphy as part of the “Youth in Jazz” program to perform jazz masterpieces from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at La Baguette Music Café, 340 A St., #2, Ashland. The “Youth in Jazz” program affords young jazz musicians opportunities to perform with an established jazz ensemble. Admission is free; donations accepted. See labaguettemusiccafe.com or call 541-482-0855.
Crater Rock Museum Kids Day: Crater Rock Museum, 2002 Scenic Ave., Central Point, hosts a family-friendly Kids Day from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. the second Saturday of every month. Kids can learn how to be a rockhound and use a sluice to pan for gemstones. Panning bags are $1 off on Kids Day. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and veterans; youths 17 and younger get in free. See craterrock.com or call 541-664-6081.
Art in Bloom: The 20th annual Art In Bloom festival, celebrating fine arts, flowers and food will be held Mother’s Day weekend, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Pear Blossom Park, 204 N. Bartlett St., Medford. The event features live music and performances, over 60 vendors offering a wide range of goods, children’s activities and more. Admission is free. See art-in-bloom.com.
Feline Fair: Friends of the Animals will host a “Feline Fair,” a cat and kitten adoption event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second Saturday of every month, at the Rogue Valley Mall,1600 N. Riverside Ave., Medford. The event will be held inside, across from Kay Jewelers on the lower level of the mall. FOTAS will be joined by Melly Cats Rescue and Rogue Community Cat Rescue and have nearly 50 foster cats and kittens available for adoption. All felines will be vaccinated, dewormed, spayed/neutered, and microchipped — a permanent form of ID. The adoption fee is $125 per feline, and FOTAS will pay the second adoption fee if two cats/kittens are adopted together as a “two-fur-one.” See fotas.org/feline-fair or call 541-774-6654.
Rogue Gallery & Art Center Family Art Day: Kids and families of all ages can explore and create art from noon to 2 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Rogue Gallery & Art Center, 40 S. Bartlett St., Medford. Make your own art projects to take home, and explore gallery spaces with an art scavenger hunt. All materials will be provided. Admission is free; registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 541-772-8118 or see roguegallery.org.
Build With Legos: Kids 5 and older can build with Legos from 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday and Sunday of every month, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. See jcls.libcal.com or call 541-774-6980.
Siskiyou Singers: The choir, directed by Mark Reppert, will present “Earth Song,” featuring music celebrating nature and admonitions to protect it at 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 10-11, in the Music Recital Hall, 405 S. Mountain Ave., at Southern Oregon University in Ashland. The program includes “Kasar Mie la Gaji (The Earth is Tired)” by Alberto Grau; “Break, Break, Break,” a Tennyson poem about lost love, set to music by choir Director Mark Reppert; “O Lovely Night” by Johannes Brahms; “Sweet Suffolk Owl” by Thomas Vautor; Eric Whitacre’s “Little Birds”; a Mark Hayes arrangement of “Home on the Range”; Joni Mitchell’s “Big Yellow Taxi”; and the concert namesake piece, “Earth Song” by Frank Ticheli. Musicologist Ed Wight will present a free pre-concert lecture about the music one hour before each concert. Tickets are $25, $5 for students and Oregon Trail Card holders. Tickets can be purchased at Music Coop or Paddington Station in Ashland, online at siskiyousingers.org or at the door.
Jeff Kloetzel: Singer, songwriter and guitar player Jeff Kloetzel will play an acoustic mix of pop, folk and soul, along with original songs at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Naumes Suncrest Winery, 1950 Suncrest Road, Talent. See naumessuncrestwinery.com or call 541-608-1755.
Mitchell Brothers: Guitar and vocal duo the Mitchell Brothers will perform at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com, find Rellik Winery on Facebook, or call 541-499-0449.
Giantess: Rock ’n’ roll trio —singer-songwriter and bassist Tess Minnick, guitarist Rob Gunderson, and drummer Tony Kay — will perform a blend of guitar driven blues rock, sultry jazz and a touch of rockabilly/country in an eclectic mix of covers and originals at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Stone River Winery and Vineyard, 2178 Pioneer Road, Talent. See stonerivervineyards.com or call 541-631-9583.
Jon Galfano: The guitarist and composer will play his original instrumentals along with a blend of classic rock and pop tunes at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Padigan Winery and Vineyard, 2335 N. Phoenix Road, Medford. See padigan.com or call 541-779-9463.
Ruth & the Stardust Boys: Singer Ruth Cohen, guitarist Tim Church, bassist Dave Miller and Paul Schmeling on sax will perform American and international tunes at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
Brothers Reed: Brothers Aaron and Philip Reed, along with Bri Murphy on fiddle and T.J. Eilers on upright bass, will perform a blend of original acoustic folk, bluegrass, Americana and punk at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Dan Dozier: Guitarist and vocalist Dan Dozier will perform old country and soft rock favorites spanning several decades at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.
Bite The Nail: Indie rock band Bite The Nail will play a selection of original tunes at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Walkabout Brewing Co., 921 Mason Way, Medford. See walkaboutbrewing.com or call 541-734-4677.
Adam Gabriel & The Cavaliers: Singer-songwriter Adam Gabriel and his band, The Cavaliers, will perform “acoustic soul” blending the sounds of folk, soul, rock and R&B at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.
The Doll Pack: Burlesque dance troupe The Doll Pack, led by Annie Heitmanek, will present “Welcome to the Mixtape,” featuring a revamp of favorite routines over the last 10 years, at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford. The show will feature a variety of burlesque, pole and belly dance and vocal artists. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 day of show. Must be 18 or older to attend. Tickets and further information are available at craterian.org, at the box office, or by calling 541-779-3000.
Electric Eel: Guitarist and vocalist Pete Hille and Mark Lackey, bassist Chris Cunningham, and drummer Jason Margulis, will perform rock tunes along with special guest high-energy, traditionally inspired Bluegrass band Eight Dollar Mountain at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Tickets are $15. Must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721.
Sunday, May 11
Medford Railroad Park: The outdoor train museum and park, at 799 Berrydale Ave., Medford, is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second and fourth Sunday of every month through Oct. 26. Visitors can learn about local train history, take a diesel train ride, see model railroad layouts, tour historical railroad equipment and exhibits and more. Admission is free, donations accepted. Refreshments are available for purchase. See Facebook.com/Medfordrailroadpark or call 541-613-1638.
Danielle Kelly Jazz Trio: Singer Danielle Kelly, guitarist Paul Turnipseed and bassist Jeff Addicott will play a mix of jazz styles, soul and oldies at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.
Nick Garrett Powell: Guitarist and singer Nick Garrett Powell, lead singer of the acoustic duo The Fret Drifters, will perform at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Naumes Suncrest Winery, 1950 Suncrest Road, Talent. See naumessuncrestwinery.com or call 541-608-1755.
Jeff Kloetzel: Singer, songwriter and guitar player Jeff Kloetzel will play an acoustic mix of pop, folk and soul, along with original songs at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Del Rio Vineyards, 52 N. River Road, Gold Hill. Pets are not allowed during concerts. See delriovineyards.com or call 541-855-2062.
Jared Gutridge: Acoustic guitarist Jared Gutridge will perform a blend of indie rock and pop originals and covers at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent. See paschalwinery.com or call 541-535-7957.
JustaDuo: Singer Alois Henderson and multi-instrumentalist and singer Albert Lee will perform easy listening pop and light rock at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com, find Rellik Winery on Facebook, or call 541-499-0449.
Mike Brons: Grants Pass guitarist and singer Mike Brons will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.
Jazz Vespers: First Presbyterian Church will hold a free, all-ages jazz vespers concert at 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month at the First Presbyterian Church, 85 S. Holly St., Medford. XXXOn April 13, the Dean Angermeier Band — pianist Dean Angermeier, multi-instrumentalists Tarik Ragab and Eric Pollard, and saxophonist Adam Harris — will perform.XXXX See firstpreschurchmedford.com or call 541-779-1711. See firstpreschurchmedford.com or call 541-779-1711.
Rogue Hot Club: Guitar and mandolin duo, Rogue Hot Club — Dan Fellman and Dayton Mason — will perform traditional Italian tunes at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.
John Ivey: Guitarist and singer John Ivey will perform ‘80s pop, classic- and light rock at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.
Monday, May 12
Allison Scull and Victor Martin: Singer-songwriter and guitarist Allison Scull and sax player Victor Martin will play a mix of folk, jazz, blues and pop, along with Scull singing some of her original songs in French at 5 p.m. Monday, May 12, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. See dancin.com or call 541-245-1133.
Siskiyou Koi and Pond Club: Those interested in koi fish and fish ponds can meet at 6 p.m. the second Monday of each month. Club meetings are held to educate, support and assist other members with the hobby. Learn about building a pond or solving problems in an existing pond. Meetings are potluck dinners and held at member’s homes. Call 541-601-5525 or email at Terrybrown2409@gmail.com for directions to the meetings and further information.