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Live Rogue Valley music, wineries, growers markets & more: Nov. 11

The Schumann Quartet, along with pianist Jon Nakamatsu will perform this weekend in Ashland. See listing. Courtesy photo

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Friday, Nov. 11

Spanish Language Group: English speakers with at least an intermediate knowledge of Spanish can meet at 11 a.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.

Pet Adoption: A special SoHumane pet adoption event will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 11-12, at Southern Oregon Humane Society, 2910 Table Rock Road, Medford. Veterans and active service members receive an adoption fee discount on any dog or cat. No appointment is necessary. These are healthy, adoptable pets, and every animal will be up-to-date on routine vaccinations, flea and tick preventative, dewormed, microchipped and spayed/neutered before going home. Adoption fees also include 30 days of pet health insurance, free health exam with a local veterinarian, post adoption information and assistance, and a coupon good for a complimentary Little Caesars Pizza large pizza with up to three toppings. Normal adoption procedures, landlord approvals, and dog meet and greets will apply. Adoptable pets can be viewed at sohumane.org. Call 541-779-3215 or email estrella@sohumane.org for further information.

Slopes & Trails: Slopes & Trails will host a free meet-and-greet at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Pebblestone Cellars, 1670 Pioneer Road, Talent. The nonprofit organization provides social and recreational activities. See slopes.org.

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, Nov. 11, at Trium Wines Tasting Room, 203 E. Main Street, Talent. See triumwines.com or call 541-625-9100.

J Brothers: Brothers Mark Johnson on vocals and keyboard and Scott Johnson on electric bass, along with Michael Whipple on drums, flute and vocals, will perform a mix of classic rock and pop at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com or call 541499-0449.

Gypsy Rogue: Guitarists Dan Fellman and Dayton Mason will perform a variety of jazz and swing styles at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

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. Friday, Nov. 11, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. Call 541-245-1133 or dancin.com.

Steve Keim: Guitarist Steve Keim will perform at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Schmidt Family Vineyards, 330 Kubli Road, Grants Pass. See sfvineyards.com or call 541-846-9985.

Modern Prometheus Jazz Company: The modern jazz group — Tom Stamper on drums, Dave Stone on sax, Steve Fain on bass, and Don Monjure on piano — will perform improvisational jazz winding through decades of the American Jazz experience at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Bloomsbury Blends, 290 E. Main St., Ashland. See bloomsburyblends.com or call 541-708-0608.

Malinka World Music Collective: Hear world folk music sung in English, Spanish, Russian, Serbian, Romani and more by Malinka and friends at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.

Steve Shine Jazz Trio: The trio — Steve Shine, Tom Stamper and Vernocia D’Leon — will play a mix of jazz, R & B, blues and current music at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. See southstagecellars.com or call 541-899-9120.

JustaDuo: Singer Alois Henderson and multi-instrumentalist and singer Albert Lee will perform easy listening pop and light rock at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at the Applegate Country Club, 15090 Highway 238, Applegate. Find Applegate Country Club on Facebook.com or call 541-846-1666.

John Dabaco: Jazz pianist John Dabaco will perform standards and classics at 6 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, at the Hearsay Restaurant, Lounge and Garden, 40 S. First St., Ashland. See hearsayashland.com or call 541-625-0505.

Hog Wild: The band — guitarist, sax and harmonica player Dale Visage, lead guitarist Tom Bacon, bassist Jim Marvin, drummer Scott Wright and keyboard player and guitarist Albert Lee — will play rock, blues and soul covers at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.

Southern Oregon Concert Band: The community band will present a program of patriotic music remember and celebrate the service our veterans have provided to our nation at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, in Stedman Auditorium at Central Medford High School, 815 W. Oakdale Ave. The program will feature “Civil War Suite,” with arrangement by Harold Walters. Music from the era of WWI include “Over There,” by George M. Cohen; “The Golden Star,” by Sousa; a WWI funeral march, “Written in memory of the brave who gave their lives in WWI that liberty shall not perish;” and “American Patrol,” written in 1891 by Frank Meacham. The band will give a salute to veterans with the “Armed Forces Salute,” arranged by Bob Lowden; Carmen Dragon’s arrangement of “America the Beautiful,” and close with Sousa’s “Semper Fidelis.” Admission is free, but donations will be accepted at the door. Email socbprez@jeffnet.org for information.

Schumann Quartet: Chamber Music Concerts will present the Schumann Quartet with pianist Jon Nakamatsu in two concerts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, and at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, in the Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., on the Southern Oregon University campus in Ashland. Friday’s concert will feature Joseph Haydn’s String Quartet in C Major, Op. 54 no. 2; Charles Ives’ String Quartet No. 1; and Robert Schumann’s Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44. Saturday’s concert includes Ludwig van Beethoven’s String Quartet in C Minor, Op. 18 no. 4; Fritz Kreisler’s String Quartet in A Minor; and Schumann’s Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44. Tickets are $36-$45, $5 for students and Oregon Trail Card holders. Tickets and further details are available online at chambermusicconcerts.org or by calling 541-552-6154.

Twistello: Twistello and Leviathan will headline a rap/hip hop concert at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Johnny B’s, 120 E. 6th St., Medford. Additional performances by CeNZ, Geeta, Boy Diaz, Rafijah Siano, Rob Reap and more. Admission is $5, $10 after 10 p.m. Must be 21 or older to attend; doors open at 8 p.m. See jbsmedford.com or call 458-226-2722.

Saucy: The five-piece band will play an eclectic mix of country, folk, rock and more at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Grape Street Bar & Grill, 31 S. Grape St., Medford. See grapestreetbarandgrill.com or call 541-500-8881.

Scott Pemberton: Rock guitarist Scott Pemberton and his band will perform a blend of deep jazz, northwest rock/grunge, blues roots and west coast funk at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 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.

Holus Bolus: Hear a one-man-psychedelic-acoustiloop show when Holus Bolus performs at 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. $5 cover. See local31pub.com or call 541-708-6813.

Saturday, Nov. 12

Project FeederWatch: Volunteers can help experts count birds that visit feeders at North Mountain Park at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at 620 N. Mountain Ave., Ashland. Results will be submitted to Cornell University’s FeederWatch program. Admission is free and preregistration is not required. For further information see ashlandparksandrec.org, email at parksinfo@ashland.or.us or call 541-488-5340.

Holiday Plant Sale: The Jackson County Master Gardeners Association will hold a holiday plant sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center, 569 Hanley Road, Central Point. Find holiday season plant gifts and landscape plants from a selection of Master Gardener-grown native and ornamental plants. For further information email at kunlynn52@gmail.com or call 541-227-1358.

Medford Cars & Coffee: Car enthusiasts can meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. every Saturday at 2780 E. Barnett Road, Medford, near Starbucks and Mountain Mike’s Pizza. The group will not hold meetings in the event of rain or snowy weather. Find Medford Cars and Coffee on Facebook for further information.

Grants Pass Growers Market: Find local seasonal produce, baked goods, beverages and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 26, at the corner of Fourth and F Streets, Grants Pass. On Saturday, Dec. 3, the market will move to the Commercial Building at Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Road, Grants Pass. See growersmarket.org.

Lithia Artisans Market: More than 40 artisans display and sell handcrafted items from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 20, 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.

David Barnes: Southern Oregon singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, David Barnes, will perform jazz and folk music with concert ukulele and guitar solos from 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday at the Great Harvest Bread Company, 203 Genessee St., Medford. Call 541-245-3310.

Tish McFadden: Local author and musician Tish McFadden will give a program for young children designed around her book, “Song of the Redwing,” integrating storytelling, music, ecology, and art at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Jacksonville library, 340 W. C St. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-899-1665.

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 very 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.

Music, Movement, and Me: JCLS Youth Services Coordinator Brystan Strong will host a high-energy program of movement and music for young children at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Eagle Point library, 239 W. Main St. This program will engage children in play using dance, shakers, bubble machines, and more. Costumes are encouraged. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-826-3313.

Geology Lecture: Mark Prchal will present “Some Geology of Southern Oregon,” from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Ruch library, 7919 Highway 238. Learn how and why many of the geologic features of Southern Oregon were formed. Features of the talk includes Crater Lake, volcanoes, the Siskiyou and Cascade mountain ranges, the “Coming Big Earthquake,” and more. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-899-7438.

Rogue Valley Improvers: The Rogue Valley Improvers, led by Thomas Hartmann who trained with Second City Chicago, will give a free improvisational show with an adventure theme at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Refreshments will be provided. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679.

Build With Legos: Kids 5 years and older can build with Legos from 1 to 3 p.m. the second Saturday and Sunday of every month through November, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

Saturday Handweavers Guild: Those interested in weaving, spinning and other fiber arts can meet during the afternoon the second Saturday of each month September through June. For current meeting times and locations, which may change due to current COVID-19 restrictions, see saturdayhandweavers.com or email at kaffeens@gmail.com for more information. All skill levels are welcome.

Improvisational Quilting: Adults and teens 16 and older can explore a new technique of quilting at 3 p.m. the second Saturday of each month through November, at the Phoenix library, 510 W. First St. “Improvisational quilting” employs freedom from measuring, matching and perfection, while using a few thought-out limits. The library will provide a basic stash of fabric to get you started. You may bring your own fabric to use, or add it to the collective bin. A few sewing machines will be set up to share. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-535-7090.

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, Nov. 12, at Stone River Winery and Vineyard, 2178 Pioneer Road, Talent. Call 541-631-9583.

The Giantess: Roots rock band The Giantess, will perform guitar driven blues, rock, and jazz with a rockabilly/country twist at 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com or call 541499-0449.

Teen Library Lock-In: Teens and preteens, ages 10 to 18, can join library staff after the library closes to watch a movie, play games, make crafts, and more, from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Pre-registration is required, and teens must stay for the entire time, unless early pickup is coordinated by a parent/guardian. For further details or to register, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

Stolen Moments: Guitarist Dan Fellman, vocalist and guitarist Conny Lindley and Walter Lindley on upright bass will play American jazz standards, Latin jazz and Gypsy jazz at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Geary Hanley: Singer-songwriter and guitarist Geary Hanley will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Anchor Valley Wine Bar, 150 S. Oregon St., Jacksonville. See anchorvalleywine.com or call 541-702-2355.

Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon: YSSO, conducted by Cynthia Hutton, will perform its fall concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, in the Oregon Center for the Arts Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., at Southern Oregon University, Ashland; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, in North Medford High School’s Sjolund Auditorium, 1900 N. Keeneway Drive, Medford. The Symphony program includes Beethoven’s “Egmont Overture,” “Serenade for String Orchestra in E Major,” Op. 22, movement 1, by Antonin Dvorak, J.S. Bach’s “Toccata & Fugue in D minor,” “Roumanian Rhapsody,” by George Enesco, and Brahms’ “Hungarian Dances,” No. 6 & No. 5. The youth orchestra program includes “Beseda,” by Robert Baurenschmidt, “Beautiful Galatea,” by Franz von Suppe, and “Danza Rusticana,” by Elliott del Borgo. Tickets are $15, $10 for students with ID, and are available at the door. For further details see ysso.org, email at info@ysso.org or call 541-858-8859.

Jefferson Starship: The nearly 50-year legacy of Jefferson Starship continues with the band’s current members, who have been together since 2012 and describe themselves as both a “family” and a “gang.” They will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford. In addition to original member David Freiberg, the band includes drummer Donny Baldwin (who joined in 1982), keyboardist Chris Smith (who joined in 1998), guitarist Jude Gold (who joined in 2012), and singer and guitarist Cathy Richardson (who joined in 2008). The band has played all 50 U.S. states, five continents, and too many countries to count. Tickets start at $52. Tickets and information are available at craterian.org, at the box office, 16 S. Bartlett St., or by calling 541-779-3000.

The Gist: Southern Oregon cover band The Gist will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Grape Street Bar & Grill, 31 S. Grape St., Medford. See grapestreetbarandgrill.com or call 541-500-8881.

Owls & Aliens: Rock band Owls and Aliens will perform at 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Local 31 Pub, 31 Water St., Ashland. $5 cover. See local31pub.com or call 541-708-6813.

Sunday, Nov. 13

Teen Writing Lounge: In observance of NaNoWriMo, JCLS invites teen writers to visit the writing lounge for a dedicated space to write from noon to 3:45 p.m. every Sunday through November, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. The writing lounge will feature calming music, brain food, and a collaborative space to work. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679.

Story Swap and Reminisce Café: Adults, ages 18 and older, can reminisce and share stories during a guided conversation program at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Discussion prompts will be used to spark memories of adventures to share with the group. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

Yuri Liberzon: The Guitar Society of Southern Oregon will present internationally acclaimed classical guitarist and recording artist Yuri Liberzon in concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, in the Music Recital Hall at Southern Oregon University, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland. Born in Novosibirsk, Russia, and raised in Israel, Liberzon has been recognized for his impressive technical ability and musical expression. He has performed in concerts throughout the United States, and recorded four albums, including his most recent by composer Konstantin Vassiliev. Tickets are $25, $10 for students with ID. Tickets are available online at eventbrite.com. For questions email at dorrismatt@gmail.com or call 541-227-9138.

Nicole & Rick: Singer-songwriter Rick Millward and vocalist Nicole Dahl will play a mix of favorite classic and current rock, pop and original music at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.

Danielle Kelly Jazz Duo: Singer Danielle Kelly and guitarist Paul Turnipseed will perform a mix of jazz styles, soul and oldies at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent. See paschalwinery.com or call 541-535-7957.

Rick Millward: Singer, songwriter and guitarist Rick Millward will perform a mix of Beatles tunes at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.

Skye & Lee: Singer Michaela Skye and multi-instrumentalist and singer Albert Lee will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com or call 541499-0449.

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 electric violin, Brent Norton on lead guitar and Cedrick Buckingham on bass will perform at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Jazz Vespers: Live jazz music will be performed at 5 p.m. the second Sunday of each month at First Presbyterian Church, 85 S. Holly St., Medford. On Sunday, Nov. 13, the Mark Hamersly Quintet — vocalist Vanessa Finney, guitarist Mark Hamersly, bassist Ryan Johnson, Peter Anastos on trumpet, Joshua Dargavell on trombone, and drummer Teresa McCoy — will perform. The Hallway Gallery spotlights the work of local artist Betty Barrs, who works primarily in transparent watercolors. Call 541-779-1711.

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 electric violin, Brent Norton on lead guitar and Cedrick Buckingham on bass will perform at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Jake Blount: Banjo and fiddle player Jake Blount will perform along with guest Cody Meyocks at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Cedarwood Farm Barn, 7912 Wagner Creek Road, Talent. Tickets are $25 and are available online at eventbrite.com. For further information see ashlandfolkcollective.com.

Monday, Nov. 14

Take & Make: Kids and their families can stop by any JCLS branch to pick up a take-and-make craft kit during select dates. Each library branch offers a unique craft for every age group, from preschoolers to adults, and all needed supplies are included in the kit. For details, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar, or call the library branch in your area.

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 their 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.

Story Swap and Reminisce Café: Adults, ages 18 and older, can reminisce and share stories during a guided conversation program at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at the Gold Hill library, 202 Dardanelles St. Discussion prompts will be used to spark memories of adventures to share with the group. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-855-1994.

Adult Crafternoon: Adults 18 and older can meet to learn how to personalize a set of cloth napkins for fall with a leaf print, using locally-gathered leaves at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at the Rogue River library, 412 E. Main St. All materials will be provided. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-582-1714.

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, share ideas, and solve problems concerning the care and maintenance of water gardens and ponds and the fish that live in them. The club also offers support and assistance with the hobby, including information about building a pond. On Monday, Nov. 14 the club will meet in the back room at Elmer’s Restaurant, 2000 Biddle Road, Medford. Call 541-601-5525 for further information.

Author Talk: Frank Romano will discuss his book “Love and Terror in the Middle East” at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, 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, Nov. 15

Ashland Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market: Seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh-cut flowers, crafts, specialty foods, drinks and more are available from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 22, at 1554 Webster St., near Southern Oregon University, Ashland. 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 will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission is $12 for adults; $8 for children; memberships, scholarships and discounts available. For further details see tcmso.org or call 541-772-9922.

All-Ages Storytime: Listen to a different “Choose Your Own Adventure” story as it’s read aloud and help make choices that will determine what happens in each story at 11 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. every Tuesday through November, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. All ages welcome. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679.

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 six cards for 10 games. Must be 18 or older to participate. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. For further details on the games or for a full listing of activities and services available, see medfordseniorcenter.org.

Social Dance Club: Dance to music performed by keyboardist Darren Kuykendall from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at the Rogue Valley Square Dance Center, 3377 Table Rock Road, Medford. Dances include swing, foxtrot, waltz, cha-cha, Tango and more. You do not need a partner to participate. Admission is $6. Call or text 541-941-1973.

Tuesday Afternoon Knitters: Knitters, crocheters, lace needle crafters and tatters of all skill levels can gather to learn from each other, share ideas and create new pieces from 3 to 5 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Phoenix library, 510 W. First St., and from 3 to 5 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the Central Point library, 116 S. Third St. For further information see Tuesday Afternoon Knitters on Facebook.

Tea Time Tuesday: Tweens and teens, ages 12 to 18, can join in a book discussion with tea (or a different themed beverage) and snacks provided at 4:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. The book to be discussed on Tuesday, Nov. 15, will be “This Savage Song” by Victoria Schwab. Books are available to check out through the library or by using the Hoopla app. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679.

Southern Oregon Photographic Association: The local camera club, active since 1961, meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of each month, in Lidgate Hall at the Medford United Church of Christ, 1801 E. Jackson St., Medford. On Tuesday, Nov. 15, the club will host Medford photographer, Debra Harder. The program will include a preview of her short film entitled “The Other Woman.” It was selected by four film festivals throughout the United States this year in the “horror” genre. She will discuss her experience making the film, and share a video which includes images from home during the 2-year COVID period. The second part of the presentation will be a demonstration of studio photography. Harder will have a location-studio set up with lighting, background, and a model. Different lighting and posing techniques will be used, with the images shown on a TV.

All interested in photography or video production are welcome. For further information see sopacameraclub.com.

Wednesday, Nov. 16

ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum: A variety of interactive science exhibits 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. Wednesday to Sunday. Many exhibits will be modified to reduce touch surfaces — fewer hands-on activities — and increase physical distancing. Admission is $12.50, $10.50 for ages 2 through 12 and 65 and older, and free for kids under age 2, $3 for SNAP/Oregon Trail card holders. Admission is $3 the first Sunday of every month; group discounts available. To purchase tickets or for more information, see scienceworksmuseum.org or call 541-482-6767.

S.O. Fun: School-age children are invited to join in an after-school activity such as Lego building, art projects, theatre games, and more at 2 p.m. every Wednesday through November at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Snacks provided. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

After-School Activities: School-age children are invited to join in an after-school activity from 2 to 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday through November at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Each week, activities will have a different theme. Activities include games, crafts, build-it challenges, STEAM projects, and more. Snacks provided. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-8679.

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.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-826-3313.

White City Kids Crafternoon: Kids ages 5 and older can decorate a book bag to take on their adventures at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the White City library, 3143 Avenue C. Paint leaves and press them onto the bag to create a print that celebrates the fall season, or design your own style by using supplied materials. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-864-8880.

Ashland Kids Crafternoon: Kids ages 9 to 12 years can learn to make custom sodas using simple ingredients found at any grocery store at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Registration is required. For further details or to register, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

Shady Cove Adult Crafternoon: Adults 18 and older can meet to learn how to personalize a set of cloth napkins for fall with a leaf print, using locally-gathered leaves at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Shady Cove library, 22477 Highway 62. All materials will be provided. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-878-2270.

Aaron Reed: Aaron Reed, member of the duo Brothers Reed, will perform original acoustic pop, blues, bluegrass and folk at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Nick Garrett Powell: Guitarist and singer Nick Garrett Powell, lead singer of the acoustic duo The Fret Drifters, will perform at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. $15; includes dinner. See southstagecellars.com or call 541-899-9120.

Rogue Blues Society: The Rogue Blues Society will hold 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. A different band will host each jam. Admission is free; donations gladly accepted. See grapestreetbarandgrill.com, find Rogue Blues Society on Facebook or call 541-500-8881.

Open Mic: The Phoenix Clubhouse will host an all-ages, all-talents open mic from 7 to 10 p.m. every Wednesday, at the clubhouse, 310 N. Main St., Phoenix. A different host will mc/perform each week. Drums, amps, keyboards and more will be available for use. For further information see phoenixclubhouse.com.

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra: Steel pannist Jonathan Scales and his band will perform instrumental music at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, 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.

Jonathan Foster: Folk-Americana songwriter Jonathan Foster will perform a solo acoustic show at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Johnny B’s, 120 E. 6th St., Medford. Must be 21 or older to attend. See jbsmedford.com or call 458-226-2722.

Thursday, Nov. 17

Medford Growers Market: Fresh and organic seasonal produce, fresh-cut flowers, crafts and food carts are available from local farms and vendors from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 17, in Hawthorne Park, 501 E. Main St., corner of East Jackson and Hawthorne streets, Medford. See rvgrowersmarket.com.

Eagle Point Book Sale: Book sales are held from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Thursdays at the Eagle Point library, 239 W. Main St. Look for new or gently-used books, DVDs and CDs. Proceeds help fund library programs, activities and collections. For further details, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-826-3313.

Music in the Library: Musicians from Rogue Valley Symphony will perform on the main floor of the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd., at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

Create & Chat: Adults 18 and older can meet at 3 p.m. the third Thursday of each month to learn a new craft and connect with other community members at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. On Nov. 17, learn how to make a throw pillow. All supplies will be provided. Pre-registration is recommended, but not required. For further details or to register see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-774-6980.

The Giantess: Roots rock band The Giantess, will perform guitar driven blues, rock, and jazz with a rockabilly/country twist at 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. Call 541-245-1133 or dancin.com.

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 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, 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 and join in dancing led by Alexis Jordan at 5:30 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.

Modern Prometheus Jazz Company: The modern jazz group — Tom Stamper on drums, Dave Stone on sax, Steve Fain on bass, and Don Monjure on piano — will perform improvisational jazz winding through decades of the American Jazz experience at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at Bloomsbury Blends, 290 E. Main St., Ashland. See bloomsburyblends.com or call 541-708-0608.

Trivia Night: Lighthearted games of trivia are available at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Portal Brewing, 100 E 6th St, Medford. Participation is free; prize for winning team. Call 541-326-2261.

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. Thursdays at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. This group is neither affiliated or endorsed by JCLS. For further information, email forinfoman44@gmail.com.

Skarlett Woods: Singer-songwriter and guitarist Skarlett Woods, will perform her blend of folk and West Coast Jazz tunes at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at La Baguette Music Café, 340 A St., Ashland. She took a spot light in the 2022 Dylan Fest Songwriters Contest as one of the winning songs that evening. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets and further information are available online at bpt.me/5597636.

Friday, Nov. 18

Clayfolk Show & Sale: The 47th annual Fall Clayfolk Show and Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18-19, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Medford Armory, 1701 S. Pacific Highway, Medford. Look for everything from functional housewares to jewelry and sculpture created by more than 60 artists from throughout the Pacific Northwest. Also look for day demonstrations by ceramic artists. Admission is free. A portion of sales go towards annual scholarships for ceramics artists enrolled at a college or art school, as well as ceramics books and videos donated to Jackson and Josephine county libraries. See clayfolk.org.

Medford Garden Club: The club will meet at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Ascension Lutheran Church, 675 Black Oak Drive, Medford. The guest speaker will be Marsha Waite, local Master Garden Association expert and Plant Clinic leader, who will present “ Controlling Your Least Favorite Garden Pests.” This presentation will review a few of the worst garden insect pests in our area and how to control them, using mechanical and organic means. See Medford Oregon Garden Club on Facebook or call 541-773-6884.

Adult Crafternoon: Adults 18 and older can meet to learn how to personalize a set of cloth napkins for fall with a leaf print, using locally-gathered leaves at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the Talent library, 101 Home St. All materials will be provided. For further details see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-535-4163.

Gold Hill Book Club: The Gold Hill Library Book Club for adults 18 and older will meet at 3 p.m. the third Friday of each month, at the Gold Hill library, 202 Dardanelles St. On Friday, Nov. 18, the book to be discussed will be “The Sweetness of Water” by Nathan Harris. Books are available for pickup one month before the meeting date. For further details or to register, see jcls.org and click on Programs & Events and then JCLS Calendar or call 541-855-1994.

Kaleo Young: Musician Kaleo Young will perform at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Rellik Winery and Alpaca Farm, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point. See rellikwinery.com or call 541499-0449.

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, Nov. 18, at Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland. See bellefiorewine.com or call 541-552-4900.

Shae and Jenni: Singers Shae Celine and Jennifer Davis will perform at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at DANCIN Vineyards, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford. Call 541-245-1133 or dancin.com.

Bekkah McAlvage: Country-folk and American roots singer and guitarist Bekkah McAlvage will perform a mix of acoustic folk, roots, country, and blues-tinged songs at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Trium Wines Tasting Room, 203 E. Main Street, Talent. See triumwines.com or call 541-625-9100.

Jared Gutridge: Acoustic guitarist Jared Gutridge (of rock band Blender) will perform a blend of indie rock and pop originals and covers at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Schmidt Family Vineyards, 330 Kubli Road, Grants Pass. See sfvineyards.com or call 541-846-9985.

David Cahalan: Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist David Cahalan will perform at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Bloomsbury Blends, 290 E. Main St., Ashland. See bloomsburyblends.com or call 541-708-0608.

Jodie Jean Marston-Arellano & Friends: Guitarist and singer Jodie Jean Marston-Arellano, along with special guests will perform Americana, Gospel, folk and bluegrass tunes at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Applegate Country Club, 15090 Highway 238, Applegate. Find Applegate Country Club on Facebook.com or call 541-846-1666.

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 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Dunbar Farms Rocky Knoll Winery, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See dunbarfarms.com or call 541-414-3363.

Joshua Paul: Guitarist and singer Joshua Paul will perform a blend of Americana, rock, country, and blues at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Anchor Valley Wine Bar, 150 S. Oregon St., Jacksonville. See anchorvalleywine.com or call 541-702-2355.

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 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. See roxyann.com or call 541-776-2315.

Nick Garrett Powell: Guitarist and singer Nick Garrett Powell, lead singer of the acoustic duo The Fret Drifters, will perform at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Jefferson Spirits, 404 E. Main St, Medford. See jeffersonspirits.com, Jefferson Spirits on Facebook or call 541-500-1349.

LOVEYOUREECE: Pop singer LOVEYOUREECE will perform an all-ages concert along with DJ Makan at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the Phoenix Clubhouse, 310 N. Main St., Phoenix. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. For tickets contact @LOVEYOUREECE on Instagram or stop by clubhouse. See phoenixclubhouse.com or call 541-292-8532.

Poolside Leper Society: Rock bands Poolside Leper Society, Suckerpunch, and Another Anthem will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Johnny B’s, 120 E. 6th St., Medford. Must be 21 or older to attend. See jbsmedford.com or call 458-226-2722.

Rogue Valley Symphony: The symphony, conducted by Martin Majkut, will perform their third Masterworks concert, “A Bold Amen,” featuring percussionist Britton-Rene Collins, at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18-19, in the Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., on the Southern Oregon University campus in Ashland; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Grants Pass Performing Arts Center, 313 N.E. Olive St. The program includes “Prism Rhapsody for Marimba and Orchestra,” Carlos Simon’s “Amen!” and William Levi Dawson’s “Negro Folk Symphony.” The multi-percussion and marimba playing Collins is a winner of the 2020 Concert Artists Guild Victor Elmaleh Competition, and was awarded the Ambassador Prize for exceptional musicianship and demonstrating an active commitment to creating social change through her music. Tickets are $35-$65. Tickets can be purchased at rvsymphony.org or by calling 541-708-6400.

Savannah Fuentes Flamenco: Seattle-based Flamenco dancer Savannah Fuentes and singer/multi-instrumentalist, Diego Amador Jr. will perform their latest work, “Rayn: Flamenco for a New World,” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Grizzly Peak Winery, 1600 E. Nevada St., Ashland. “Rayn” symbolizes the fresh new start that comes after substantial rainfall, while also paying homage to Fuentes’ Seattle roots. The production is a blend of authentic Spanish Flamenco music and powerful innovative dance. Tickets for $26 or $40 for VIP seating, $18 for student, and $12 for children. Tickets and further details are available online at eventbrite.com.

World’s Finest: Portland -based band World’s Finest will play its blend of Americana, bluegrass, psytrance, funk, and dub soundscapes at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, 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.