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 […]
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 This year the measure was significantly amended by Oregon House Bill 4002, which repealed the drug decriminalization portion in response to public backlash.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 […]
Wonder by the Wayside: Indigenous, Edible, and Medicinal Plants of Southern Oregon by Roland Smith FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14 In age of technology and industry, most of us have lost our connection with nature we see it as scenery, a picture a, post just […]
From Southern Oregon Climate Action Now Help guide where we go, engage with like minded people, and generate new action steps. Let’s talk about what matters! Our community conversation event is the perfect opportunity to discuss climate action and sustainability. Your voice is valuable—see you there! SOCAN is hosting its second Community Conversation event in […]
A comprehensive treatment-centered approach In November 2020, Oregon voters passed Ballot Measure 110. It decriminalized use or possession of small amounts of specific drugs that included heroin, methamphetamine, oxycodone and others. Measure 110 had problems due to lack of resources and other issues. In response to public backlash, Measure 110 was amended by Oregon House […]
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 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, […]
Join the City of Ashland on Wednesday, October 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for an important public forum on the master plan for the building at 2200 Ashland St. The event will take place at the Ashland Unitarian Universalist Fellowship located at 87 4th St. (Doors open at 5 p.m.) This is your chance […]
Honor the past | Empower the Present | Inspire the Future Speakers, Good, Indigenous Artisans Market, Danders, Ativities Saturday October 19 Welcoming 11:00 AM Salmon Lunch: Noon – 4:00 PM ($10 a plate, cash only) Guest speakers and open sharing 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Sunday October 20 10:30-4:00 PM Indian Tacos & frybread hosted […]
