January 2007 Events

 

4-6

Songs for a New World

Songs for a New World is a "new generation" revue that tells life like it is from Broadway composer Jason Robert Brown. It features an all-star local cast, including Andrew Brock, Patricia Leines, Michael Flaherty & Priscilla Quinby. Thursday is "pay what you can" for general admission. Walk-up cash sales only. Friday & Saturday, reserved seats are $18.

Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater
23 South Central Ave, Medford OR 97501
541-779-3000
www.craterian.org 


Jan. 5-
Feb. 10

Harmony Exhibit

Harmony is a retrospective exhibit of photography by Ashland, Oregon photographer, Robert Jaffe.

Rogue Gallery
40 S Bartlett Street, Medford OR 97501
541-772-8118
www.roguegallery.org


5-26 

 Drawing & Watercolor Studio  

Cathy Egelston's drawing and watercolor studio is an opportunity to work in a class setting on individual projects, as well as instructor led studies emphasizing techniques and use of materials. Work from still life, photos or other inspiration during this weekly session. Small group, individual attention; all levels welcome!

Rogue Gallery
40 S Bartlett Street, Medford OR 97501
541-772-8118
www.roguegallery.org


 10-14

 Medford Open (PBA) Earl Anthony Classic 

Lava Lanes of Medford will be hosting the Pro Bowlers Association "Earl Anthony Medford Classic" January 10-14, 2007, making January's event the 6th year that Medford has welcomed the PBA to town! The Medford Visitors and Convention Bureau has been a proud sponsor of the PBA each and every year they've come to Medford, and is proud to be sponsoring them once again and welcoming them back for another amazing event

Lava Lanes
2980 Crater Lake Hwy, Medford OR 97504
541-245-2755
www.lavalanes.com 

 

 12-14

 7th Annual Rogue Valley Blues Festival 

All ages event - An event for the entire family, this 2-day festival is packed full of workshops, concerts and lots of music!  Barbecue dinner and refreshments sold by Smoke-N-Man Barbecue.  Beer and Wine sold by Creekside Pizza (formerly Ashland Creek Bar and Grill)

Sunday - 6:00pm-8:pm
                 Special show with Ben Rice and Youth of the Blues -- The Next Generation
                 of Blues

Workshops:
                 Saturday - 11:00am - Honeyboy Edwards - blues guitar
                 Saturday - 12:30pm - Mary Flower - blues guitar
                 Saturday - 2:00pm - Mary Flower - History of Women in the Blues
                 Sunday - 11:00am - Charles Baty - blues guitar
                 Sunday - 12:30pm - Rick Estrin - harmonica
                 Sunday - 2:00pm - Michael "Hawkeye" Herman - History of blues guitar
                                                  styles

Historic Ashland Armory
208 Oak Street, Ashland OR
www.stclairevents.com/blues_festival_2006 

 
13 3rd Friday Art Walks

In Downtown Medford visit the art galleries during 3rd Friday Art Walks.  The galleries are open every third Friday from April through December from 5:00pm to 8:00pm., art receptions includes, appetizers, music, and meeting local artist who love to talk about (and sell) their art.  Open galleries and shops include: Rogue Valley Art Gallery, AMBUS Contemporary Art, Art du Jour Gallery, Corks Wine Bar & Bottle shop, Grilla Bites Organic Restaurant, Hagen's Fine Art & Framing, Larson's Home Furnishings, 38 on Central,  Yesterday's Blossoms and Verve Pilates and Movement Studio. 

 
13 3rd Annual Winter Wine Event

Free wine tasting and food sampling!  Barrel samples, live entertainment, enjoy local food samples from many of Southern Oregon's finest artesian food suppliers.  

Del Rio Vineyard & Winery
52 North River Road, Gold Hill, OR 97525
541-855-2062
www.delriovineyards.com 

 

13-14

71st Annual Rogue Creamery Italian Festival

The Festival dates back to 1935 when Tom Vella, who had newly emigrated from Italy and founded Rogue Creamery, invited the community to a picnic to celebrate Italy and the bounty of the region. Enjoy award-winning cheeses. Taste and deepen your understanding of Italian wines. Learn about wine and cheese pairing. Sample Italian specialty food items like honey, jam and pasta. Listen to live, classical Italian music. Become an expert on olive oil. Experience fresh, hot espresso and cool, delicious gelato.

Rogue Creamery
311 N. Front Street, Central Point OR 97502
541-664-1537
www.roguecreamery.com

 

13-14

 Southern Oregon Arena Cross

Gates open at 3 pm, signups start at 4 pm. Cost is $25 per class - $10 gate fee - $25 to practice.  For more information please call 541-878-9456.

Jackson County Fairgrounds
1 Peninger Rd, Central Point OR 97502
541-482-6885
www.jcfairgrounds.com


14 Medford's Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Medford celebrates the Life and Legacy of Rex. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with music, drama and dance presentations.  Sponsored by the spiritual assemblies of the Baha'is of Medford and Jackson County and the Multicultural Association of Southern Oregon

Location:  Medford High School Auditorium
                   815 S Oakdale Ave, Medford OR

Time:  3pm - 5pm

For more information please call 941-5753.

 
22 Ashland New Plays Festival - The 24/7 Project

Seven new plays written, rehearsed, and scored in 24 hours.  Starring the best theatre and musical talent in the Rogue Valley, and hosted by Geoff Riley.

Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater
23 South Central Ave, Medford OR 97501
541-779-3000
www.craterian.org 

 
22 The 17th Annual Charity Ball to benefit the Children's Advocacy Center

The 17th Annual Charity Ball to benefit the Children's Advocacy Center will be held on Saturday, January 27th at the Rogue Valley Country Club from 5:30 until midnight. The Charity Ball's theme "Jewel of the Nile" features a sit down dinner, complimentary wines, silent and oral auction and dancing to the music of Heart and Soul. Tickets are $100 per person and must be purchased in advance. 

Location:  Rogue Valley Country Club
                   2660 Hillcrest, Medford, OR 97504

The Children's Advocacy Center 
816 W. 10th Street, Medford OR
541-734-KIDS
www.cac4kids.us   

 

26-28

Hobo Classic Llama Show

For more information contact Marilyn Milton at 899-8097.

Location:  Jackson Count Fair Grounds
                   1 Peninger Rd
                   Central Point, OR 97502


http://www.jcfairgrounds.com


27 Bavarian Night

Annual fund raising event for the Mt. Ashland Ski Patrol. Night skiing, good food and dancing into the night. Watch the torchlight parade from the lodge or on the slopes.

For more information contact Mt. Ashland at (541) 482-2897
or visit www.mtashland.com 


27 EdenVale Winter Winemaker Dinner

Join us and winemaker/chef Pat Fallon for a winter gala dinner hosted in the beautiful Voorhies Mansion.  Featuring Oregon's seasonal foods paired with EdenVale wines.  Wine Club member have priority seating -- must reserve before January 10.

Eden Valley Orchards 
2310 Voorhies Rd, Medford OR 97501
541-512-2955
www.edenvalleyorchards.com 


 27-28

 Oregon Bride Wedding Showcase

This annual event is one of the biggest bridal shows in southern Oregon. Over 85 vendors in one location with scheduled daily fashion shows.

Location:  Medford Armory
                   1701 S. Pacific Hwy
                    Medford OR 97501  

For more information contact
Kathy Alexander at 541-779-4386


28 The Reluctant Dragon Puppet Show

The Storytelling Guild and Craterian Performances present two free performances by Tears of Joy Theatre of Portland, 1:30 and4:30 pm Bring the entire family to see this nationally recognized puppet theatre for FREE! 

Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater
23 South Central Ave, Medford OR 97501
541-779-3000
www.craterian.org 

 

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Team Roping

This event is currently held every Wednesday night through February. Admission for adults is $25 and kids $15. Event time is 7 pm to 10 pm.

Jackson County Fairgrounds
1 Peninger Rd, Central Point OR 97502
541-482-6885
www.jcfairgrounds.com


 

 

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