On August 31, the Jackson County Fuel Committee will host a Folk Music Festival at Paschal Winery to celebrate 46 years of mutual aid work that provides much-needed firewood and utility advocacy for residents of the Rogue Valley. The important fundraising event will feature delicious food, live music, and an opportunity to learn how you […]
The speaker with be Mr. Kim McKandes from Black Alliance & Social Empowerment (BASE). BASE is a nonprofit community organization that provides events, community information-sharing, connection, support, and resources that work towards the well-being and advancement of Black residents living in Southern Oregon. Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: […]
In November 2020, Oregon voters overwhelmingly passed Ballot Measure 110, which reclassified possession/penalties for specified drugs including heroin, methamphetamine and others. This year the measure was significantly amended by Oregon House Bill 4002, which repealed the drug decriminalization portion in response to public backlash. Rep. Pam Marsh, Oregon House of Representatives, District 5; and Kerri […]
You are invited to tea and conversation with Hiroshima atom bomb survivor, author and activist Hideko Tamura Snider from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Peace House, 543 S Mountain Ave, Ashland, OR 97520. This intimate gathering honoring Hideko - sponsored by Southern Oregon Pachamama Alliance, Peace House and One Sunny Day Initiatives […]
Pacific Northwest Forest Climate Alliance to host webinar on Northwest Forest Plan Amendment. On August 30th, the US Forest Service will release the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed changes to the Northwest Forest Plan. For 30 years, the Northwest Forest Plan (NWFP) has guided forest management across the PNW on federal lands. This […]
Environmental activist Alex Haraus and cinematographers Aidan Kranz and Elena Jean spent the last year exploring some of the last remaining ancient forests on public lands in the US. These mature and old-growth forests offer one of our best natural defenses against the impacts of climate change. But these carbon-storing powerhouses are so much more […]
Join us for an engaging and informative session on how you can effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to you. At FCNL, we believe in the power of grassroots advocacy to bring about positive change, and we're excited to share valuable insights and strategies with you. Note: This virtual event is held in […]
A global 3-day conference, streamed virtually, with in-person events in Sydney, Australia; Wanfried, Germany; Bogotá, Colombia; and Washington, DC, U.S Register for #NoWar2024 The conference will be livestreamed on Zoom, with in-person events in Sydney, Australia; Wanfried, Germany*; Bogotá, Colombia; and Washington, DC, U.S. 1 ticket gets you access to all 3 days of programming. […]
Solutions and Action Steps for Unhoused Ashland Southern Oregon Housing for All (SOHFA) opens a community discussion ASHLAND – Winter is approaching, so it is critical that Ashland moves forward on plans and actions to provide shelter and services for the city’s unhoused population. Southern Oregon Housing for All (SOHFA), a local organization of volunteers, […]
Join SOU Students for Palestine at Ashland Plaza for an evening of poetry, music and other readings honoring the life of beloved Gaza Professor Refaat Alareer.
Join Fellowship of Reconciliation in Washington, DC or online to address the urgent and complex issue of gun violence in America (click this link to register). The summit will delve into the multifaceted aspects of violence in the United States, exploring the intersection of race, class, and America’s deep-rooted fascination with firearms. Our goal is […]
Pride Parade, Saturday, Oct 5, 10 AM Celebrating the freedom to love Parade down Main from Union Street to Lithia Park. Bring your pride and march with us, or be a spectator. Don’t Miss “Lizard Boy,” aka Justin Huertas who is our grand marshall this year Festival at the Bandshell 11-1:30 Drag, Aerial, Live Music, […]
