Things to do in the Rogue Valley this week and beyond

Published 5:00 am Wednesday, July 30, 2025

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.

To submit your event to Go! Rogue, email information to go@rv-times.com.

Wednesday, July 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.

Britt Kids Concert: Grammy nominee Uncle Jumbo will perform an outdoor concert at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 30, at The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon, 413 W. Main St., Medford. Uncle Jumbo layers heartfelt lyrics with messages of positivity and blends the grooves of hip-hop and soul to create upbeat songs and dance-alongs that focus on joy, connection, kindness and well-being. The free “Britt Kids Concerts” are aimed at introducing children — ages 10 and younger — to music, dance, and the visual arts. For further details, see britt.org/britt-education or call 541-772-9922.

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.

Ambrose & Galfano: Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jen Ambrose, along with guitarist and composer Jon Galfano, will perform a mix of original and classic rock tunes at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Padigan Winery and Vineyard, 2335 N. Phoenix Road, Medford. See padigan.com or call 541-779-9463.

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, July 30, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. See dancin.com or call 541-245-1133.

White City Cars & Coffee: Best Homes Storage will host a community-focused meet-up for all classic cars, hot rods and enthusiasts from 5:30 to 8 p.m. the last Wednesday of every month through Sept. 24, at Best Homes Storage, 2014 Leigh Way, White City. See besthomesstorage.com or call 541-879-0698.

Tony Brussat: Singer and guitarist Tony Brussat will perform jazz Americana at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Aaron Reed: Aaron Reed, member of the Brothers Reed band, will perform original acoustic pop, blues, bluegrass and folk at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. $5 cover; $18 cover includes dinner. Reservations recommended. See southstagecellars.com or call 541-899-9120.

Reading Hour: Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, will host an opportunity to “read alone together” from 6:15 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. The bookstore offers a cozy, low-pressure environment to enjoy a book among fellow book lovers. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Admission is free. Call 541-488-0029 or see bloomsburyashland.com.

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.

Comedy Open Mic: Bring your best jokes to the stage during a comedy open mic from 7 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday at Chadwicks Pub, 2300 Biddle Road, Medford. Sign-ups begin at 6:15 p.m. Call 541-282-2122.

Ashland Fire & Flow: Adults and children alike can watch free fire spinning performances accompanied by music from local DJs from 7 to 11 p.m. Wednesdays on the Plaza in downtown Ashland. Permits and fire safety precautions will be in place for every event. Donations accepted. For further information, find Ashland Fire & Flow on Facebook.

Karaoke Night: KJs – Li’l Bit and The Great Martini — will host live karaoke from 9 p.m. to midnight every Tuesday and Wednesday at Dangerous Lee’s Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. See local31pub.ai or call 541-708-6813.

Thursday, July 31

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.

Slopes & Trails: Rogue Valley residents are invited to a no-host meet-and-greet with the outdoor club at 5 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Pebblestone Cellars, 1670 Pioneer Road, Talent. Slopes and Trails is a nonprofit organization that provides social and recreational activities. See slopes.org.

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 Brothers Reed band, will perform original acoustic pop, blues and folk at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Julian Marley & the Uprising: Reggae legend Julian Marley and the Uprising will perform an all-ages concert from 7 to 11 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at the Historic Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St., Ashland. In 2024 Marley received a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album. Ras Gabriel will open the show. Tickets are $30 in advance. Tickets are available online at liveatthearmory.com or at the Music Coop in Ashland. Call 541-488-7001.

Taj Mahal & Steve Earle: Music legends Taj Mahal and Steve Earle will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at the Britt Pavilion, 350 S. First St., Jacksonville. A 2022 Grammy win for Taj Mahal’s “Get On Board” with Ry Cooder, brought his Grammy tally to four wins and 15 nominations. He also holds a Blues Hall of Fame membership, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association, and other honors. Tickets are $64 for reserved seating, $74 for standing room only, $49 for lawn seating, and $39 for ages 12 and younger. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at britt.org, at the box office, 216 W. Main St., Medford, or by calling 800-882-7488. For further details see britt.org.

Ashland City Band: The community band, conducted by Alexander Gonzalez, will perform at 7 p.m. every Thursday through Aug. 14, in the Butler Band Shell in Ashland’s Lithia Park. The band will perform a variety of music, including marches, show tunes, orchestral transcriptions, novelties, featured soloists and original compositions. Pre-concert music will be offered at 6:15. Admission is free. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets or low-level chairs, as park bench seating has been removed.

Kevin Conness: San Francisco-based Kevin Conness will perform a mix of American roots, soul, blues and R&B at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, 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.

Comedy Open Mic: Bring your best jokes to the stage during a comedy open mic at 8 p.m. every Thursday at Rocky Tonk Saloon, 333 E Main St, Medford. Hosted by Jason Webb with music by Spud Dohm. Sign-ups begin at 7:30 p.m. For further details, see therockytonksaloon.com/concerts or call 541-973-2887.

Friday, Aug. 1

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.

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.

Wine Trolley: The Jacksonville Wine Trolley offers wine lovers a convenient and scenic way to explore and enjoy the exquisite wineries of the Jacksonville area from noon to 6:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays through October. With a hop-on, hop-off guided tour service model, visitors can immerse themselves in the charm of local tasting rooms, experience personalized wine tastings, and learn about the artistry behind each bottle. Tickets are $27. For tickets and more information, see jacksonvilleoregon.org/trolley/#wine.

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 5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Mitchell Brothers: Guitar and vocal duo the Mitchell Brothers will perform at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at the Galice Resort, 11744 Galice Road, Merlin. See galice.com or call 541-476-3818.

Rogue Suspects: Rock, funk and blues band The Rogue Suspects — singers Shae Celine and Jade Chavis, guitarist Gene Black, bassist Greg Frederick, drummer Christo Pellani, and Dennis Johnson on keys — will perform at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. Tickets are $20. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.

Silent Disco: Dance the night away at a family-friendly Silent Disco from 6 to 11 p.m.  the first Friday of every month through Oct. 3 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.

Skyrie: Fife, Scotland-based Celtic band Skyrie will perform a blend of traditional Scottish and Irish tunes, original songs, and soundscapes with modern influences from rock to funk at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. Tickets are $15; doors open at 5:30 p.m. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.

Honey Disposition: Singer-songwriter duo Honey Disposition — Alex Michels and Elizabeth Boaz — will perform original songs at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.

Pinsky & Phil: Guitar and harmonica duo David Pinsky and Phil Newton will play original ‘60s-style Chicago blues duets at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.

Central Point Movie Night: Central Point Parks and Recreation will screen family-friendly movies under the stars at dusk (approximately 7:30 p.m.) on select Friday nights. On Aug. 1, “Transformers One” will be shown at Don Jones Memorial Park, 223 W. Vilas Road, Central Point. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase from local vendors. Please note movies are subject to change. For further details, see centralpointoregon.gov or call 541-664-3321.

Burlesque Show: Eugene-based burlesque troupe, the Scrumptious Scoundrels, will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Tickets are $20; reservations required. Must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721. 

Comedy Club: Chadwick’s Sports Bar & Pub will host a comedy show from 8 to 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at the pub located at Rogue Regency Inn, 2300 Biddle Road, Medford. Admission is $15; must be 21 or older. Call 541-770-1234.

DJ Jamie: Dance the night away with DJ Jamie who will spin electro swing tunes from 9 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 1, at Dangerous Lee’s Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. See local31pub.ai or call 541-708-6813.

Saturday, Aug. 2

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 the 100 block of Oak Street, between Main St. and Lithia Ave., in downtown Ashland. For further details, including information about the organization’s SNAP Double Up Food Bucks program, see rvgrowersmarket.com.

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 corner of Fourth and F Streets, in downtown 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 Park Nature Walks: Naturalists lead free, 90-minute walks through Lithia Park at 10 a.m. every Saturday through Sept. 27. Learn about the plants, trees, animals, water, geology and history of the park. Meet at the park entrance on Winburn Way across from the downtown Ashland Plaza. No registration required. Call 541-488-5340.

Walk through History: Take a walk though Jacksonville’s history during a 1-hour guided tour at 10 a.m. every Saturday through Aug. 30. The tour will leave from Jacksonville’s Courthouse Square, in front of City Hall, 206 N. 5th St. Visit historic government and commercial buildings, fraternal lodges and homes. Learn how gambling money built a church; how a saloon housed the county’s first museum; how the Civil War ended a successful mercantile partnership; how fire reshaped the town and a railroad both destroyed and preserved it, and more. Admission is free; donations accepted. All donations go toward the preservation and maintenance of Jacksonville’s historic buildings. Call 541-245-3650 or email info@historicjacksonville.org.

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.

Historic Bank Tour: Step behind the counter of the oldest financial institution in the Pacific Northwest — Jacksonville’s 1863 Beekman Bank Museum — from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through Aug. 31, at the Beekman Bank Museum, 110 W. California St., Jacksonville. Interact with costumed docents sharing stories of late 19th-century banking practices, gold shipping and handshake deals; step behind the counter and peer in drawers containing old checks, stage schedules and paperwork; and enter the vault that stored millions in gold. Visitors can spend as much or as little time as they like, although a minimum of 30 minutes is suggested. Admission is free; donations encouraged. Proceeds go toward preservation and maintenance of this historic bank. See historicjacksonville.org/behind-the-counter  or call 541-245-3650.

Mercy Trio: The soul, pop and R&B trio—singer Lynda Day, guitarist Dave Day and drummer Denny Carmassi — will perform at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Red Lily Vineyards, 11777 Highway 238, Jacksonville. See redlilyvineyards.com or call 541-846-6800.

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.

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.

Pozitronics: Five-piece band, the Pozitronics, will perform a mix of R&B, blues and classic rock at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 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.

Mystics Trio: The Mystics Trio — Jen Ambrose, Mark Johnson and David Bolen — will perform original blues and rock ‘n’ soul tunes at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.

Blue Lightning: This high-energy dance band — Sue Lundquist on keys and guitar, Rhonda Loftis on drums, Trish Cook, Dianne Strong-Summerhays on vocals, Crystal Reeves on vocals and electric violin, Dan Day on lead guitar and Cedric Buckingham on bass will perform at 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Stone River Winery and Vineyard, 2178 Pioneer Road, Talent. See stonerivervineyards.com or call 541-631-9583.

Brisbane Project: Lead guitarist Michael Ian Brisbane, bassist Mike Pugh and drummer Nick Brosio, will play a mix of blues and Texas rock at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

JL McThomas: Singer-songwriter and guitarist JL McThomas will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.

Evening Shades: Rock band The Evening Shades will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Bayer Family Estate Winery, 11663 Agate Road, Eagle Point. See bayerfamilyestate.com or call 541-826-8953.

Movies in the Park: Watch family-friendly movies at Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, Medford. Movies begin at dusk (approximately 7 p.m.) on select Saturday evenings. On Aug. 2, “Dog Man” will be shown. The event also features pre-show activities for kids, raffles and giveaways. Admission is free. See playmedford.com or call 541-447-2400.

Jenny & Freeman: Multi-instrumentalist and singer Paul Jenny and percussionist Tom Freeman will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Bella Union Restaurant, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville. See bellau.com or call 541-899-1770.

Rawk Water: Local punk band Rawk Water will perform along with DIE at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Talent Club, 114 Talent Ave., Talent. Tickets are $16; must be 21 or older to attend. See talentclublive.com for ticket info or call 541-535-2721.

Bivalve & Sky System: Two local bands — Bivalve and Sky System — will play post-punk, new wave, and psychedelic tunes from 9 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 1, at Dangerous Lee’s Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. The show celebrates the newest album releases for both bands. See local31pub.ai or call 541-708-6813.

Sunday, Aug. 3

Jacksonville Farmers Market: More than 60 vendors offer local produce, meats, fresh baked goods, handmade arts, crafts and more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday through Oct. 5, on the grounds of the Historic Jacksonville Courthouse, 206 N. Fifth St., Jacksonville. Also look for live music and wine tasting from over 35 local wineries. Leashed dogs are welcome. Find Jacksonville Sunday Market on Facebook for details.

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.

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, Aug. 3, at Dos Mariposas Vineyards & Lavender Farm, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford. See dosmariposasvineyards.com or call 541-224-7881.

Ambrose & Galfano: Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jen Ambrose, along with guitarist and composer Jon Galfano, will perform a mix of original and classic rock tunes at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the Galice Resort, 11744 Galice Road, Merlin. See galice.com or call 541-476-3818.

John Ivey: Guitarist and singer John Ivey will perform ‘80s pop, classic- and light rock at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, 7100 Old Highway 99 S., Ashland. See callahanslodge.com/events or call 541-482-1299.

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, Aug. 3, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

One Mad Man: Bend-based multi-instrumental musician Spencer Snyder (aka One Mad Man) will perform a mix of hip-hop, funk and electronica from 9 p.m. to midnight Sunday, Aug. 3, at Dangerous Lee’s Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. See local31pub.ai or call 541-708-6813.

Monday, Aug. 4

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: Jackson County Library Services offers take-and-make craft kits for all age groups from preschoolers to adults. Everything you need is included in the kit. For details and participating branch locations, 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.

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, Aug. 5

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.

Daniel Meyer Pool: The outdoor pool at 1705 Homes Ave. in Ashland is open for lap and recreational swimming Tuesdays through Sundays through the end of August. For information on admittance fees, swim schedules, lessons and programs, see ashlandoregon.gov/Swim or call 541-488-5340.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

OSF Green Show: Free live entertainment is presented at 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays through October on the Courtyard Stage adjacent to the Allen Elizabethan and Angus Bowmer theaters on the Oregon Shakespeare Festival campus, 15 S. Pioneer St., Ashland. For a full lineup of entertainment, see osfashland.org/greenshow or call 541-482-4331.

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.

Karaoke Night: KJs – Li’l Bit and The Great Martini — will host live karaokefrom 9 p.m. to midnight every Tuesday and Wednesday at Dangerous Lee’s Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. See local31pub.ai or call 541-708-6813.

Wednesday, Aug. 6

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.

‘Windows in Time’ History Lecture: As part of the free monthly “Windows in Time” library lecture series, Alice Mullaly, retired educator and local historian, will present “Bringing Water to the Agate Desert and Beyond” at noon Wednesday, Aug. 6, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave., and again at noon, Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Roguelands, an effort to sell 5-acre planted and irrigated orchards in the Agate Desert, required the building of the first large-scale irrigation system in Southern Oregon in the early 1900s. How it was done and what resulted is the focus of this presentation by Mullaly. Registration is required to attend the Zoom version of Medford’s program. Recordings of presentations are available on the JCLS Beyond YouTube channel. To register or for further details, see jcls.libcal.com or call 541-774-6980.

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 Aug. 6, the book to be discussed will be “Where the Sidewalk Ends,” by Shel Silverstein. 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.

B.A.S.E. Youth Open House: BASE (Black Alliance & Social Empowerment) will hold an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Pavillion B in Bear Creek Park, Siskiyou Boulevard and Highland Drive, Medford. BASE Youth is a space for Black youth in grades K–12 to grow, lead and shine. From creative arts and STEM to cultural education, sports, entrepreneurship and more — BASE Youth programming is designed to uplift, inspire, and celebrate. For further information, see baseoregon.org/youth-program.

John Ivey: Guitarist and singer John Ivey will perform ‘80s pop, classic- and light rock at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, 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 Aug. 6, the host band will be 12 Bars Deep; 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.

Comedy Open Mic: Bring your best jokes to the stage during a comedy open mic from 7 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday at Chadwicks Pub, 2300 Biddle Road, Medford. Sign-ups begin at 6:15 p.m. Call 541-282-2122.

Ashland Fire & Flow: Adults and children alike can watch free fire spinning performances accompanied by music from local DJs from 7 to 11 p.m. Wednesdays on the Plaza in downtown Ashland. Permits and fire safety precautions will be in place for every event. Donations accepted. For further information, find Ashland Fire & Flow on Facebook.