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5-7

2010 Chocolate Festival6th Annual Oregon Chocolate Festival - An Entire Weekend of Chocolate Extravaganza!

Chocolate lovers…. Big and small…young and old… join us for this weekend long festival featuring the best thing in the whole wide world… CHOCOLATE!

 

Ashland Springs Hotel
212 East Main Street, Ashland OR
541-488-1700
www.ashlandspringshotel.com 

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Kid's Garage Sale

Children ages 8-12 years old will have the opportunity to learn the pros and cons of enterpreneurship by renting a booth space to sell their gently-used items, such as children's clothers, sporting goods, action girues, computer games, books, CD's DVD's and toys of all kinds. 

You must provide your own change.  Only kids selling kid's itmes are permitted to rent space.  (Kids must be accompanied by an adult) 

Set-up............................................ 8:30am - 9:30am
Sale open to the public............... 9:30am - 12:00pm
Clean-up........................................ 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Cost:  $5 per 8 foot table
Place:  Santo community Center, Main Hall

 

For more information contact the
Medford Parks & Recreation Department
541-774-2400

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7-8

Rogue Valley ChoraleLets Fall in Love

The Rogue Valley Chorale is celebrating its 35th season, bringing outstanding choral music to Southern Oregon. Selected to represent Oregon in Salzburg, Austria, to commemorate Mozart’s 250th anniversary, the group has also been featured in Carnegie Hall and throughout Europe.

Time:  Saturday 7:30pm
            Sunday 3:00pm

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

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Joe BonamassaJoe Bonamassa Live in Concert

From their press release:
Award-winning blues rock star, guitar hero and singer-songwriter Joe Bonamassa and his ace touring band will perform in concert. The one-night-only show is in support of his upcoming album Black Rock, to be released on Bonamassa's J&R Adventures label in early 2010. Bonamassa averages 200 shows every year, almost always playing to sold-out and ever-larger houses, and with each gig, he comes into his own as a virtuoso and a vocalist. The Washington Post's Mike Joyce cites his "wicked guitar thrills," and British journalist Pete Feenstra wrote of a BBC Live performance that, "he is both as eloquent and learned about the music he plays as he is technically brilliant." Guitar icon Ted Nugent has said, "This kid deserves to be in the same class with Stevie Ray Vaughn and Jimi Hendrix and Jeff Beck."

Time:  8:00pm

Adult Tickets:  Section A -  $59.00
                            Section B -  $49.00
                            Section C -  $39.00

Youth  Tickets:  Section A -   $47.20
     (0-18)               Section B -   $39.20
                              Section C -   $31.20

Presented by: Craterian Performances
Sponsored by:  J&R Adventures

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

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Jackson County Community Concert Association -
Trio Voronezh

From their press release:
Trio Voronezh's astonishing virtuosity and delightful artistic innovation gives the trio the ability to alter the way audiences experience classical, folk and contemporary repertoire. Discovered playing Bach in a Frankfurt, Germany subway station, Trio Voronezh has since made several tours of the U.S., and earned audience and critical praise. Don Heckman of the Los Angeles Times beautifully sums up a performance: "The traditional pieces soon brought the crowd to life, clapping enthusiastically as the rhythms accelerated and Volokhin's fingers flew across his domra. Petrukhin, his body moving in sync with his deep bass notes, and Teleshev, magisterially pulling everything together within the lush sounds of his bajan, completed the picture -- three players, alone on a large open stage, filling every crevice with their rich, imaginatively conceived music."

Tickets: Adult $25, Student (0-18) $5


Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater
23 South Central Avenue, Medford, OR 97501
541-734-4116
www.jcconcerts.org

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 Shrine Circus

The circus is coming to town!!! Don't miss the merriest of clowns, glamorous and spine tingling acrobats and high flying trapeze artists and a menagerie of performing animals. Sponsored by the Shriners of Jackson County.

Show Times:  3:00pm & 7:00pm

Jackson County Fairgrounds
1 Peninger Road, Central Point, OR 97502
For more information contact Hillah Shrine 541-774-1305.

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13-14

 Southern Oregon Antique & Collectible Show and Sale 

Sponsored by the Southern Oregon Antique & Collectable Club, this show is now in it's 25th year. Join special show guests John Humphries, host of the radio show “Hidden Treasures”; Erin Hamilton- Professional Appraiser; Patsy Moyer – Author – “Doll Values”, and Dave Maloney – Appraiser, Author and Host of TV’s “Collecting Across America”. Restoration services will be available as well and quilting, tatting and online eBay shopping demonstrations. 

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

Southern Oregon Antique & Collectable Club
For more information call 541-826-3039
www.soacc.com 

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Capitol StepsCapitol Steps returns to Medford

The incomparable Capitol Steps return for another evening of side-splitting political comedy! Serving up such inspired musical parodies as “Obama Mia” and “Return to Spenders,” these cheerfully bipartisan singing satirists offer an insider’s view of the follies and peccadilloes of the political circus in Washington. No subject is off-limits, and no public figure immune to their musical spoofing!

Time: 7:30pm

Adult Tickets:  Section A -  $38.00
                            Section B -  $35.00
                            Section C -  $32.00

Youth  Tickets:  Section A -   $29.00
     (0-18)               Section B -   $26.00
                              Section C -   $23.00

Presented by: Craterian Performances
Sponsored by:  Lithia Automotive Group & Red Lion Hotel

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

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Daddy Daughter Shamrock Skate NightAnnual Daddy Daughter Skate Night

Grab your daughter/s and enjoy a special night out with your special gal at the roller skating rink.  Pizza, a drink and the skates will be provided.

Special games are in store so don't miss out!  Be sure to wear something green for St. Patrick's Day!

Ages:       Girls 5 and up with their Dads
Time:         6:00pm - 8:00pm
Place:         Roller Odyssey
Cost:          $8.00 per person
Limit:          100 people. 

 

For more information contact the
Medford Parks & Recreation Department
541-774-2400

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Historic Cemetery Tour

In thie peaceful place less than a mile from downtown Medford, the full scope of the city's history unfolds.  Medford's first cemetery was established by the I.O.O.F. in 1890.  The perperty is in tEastwood Cemetary in Medford ORhe final resting place of veterans, city founder, local characters and the like.   It's also a showplace of stone sculpture, as well as local and national historic reference.

Ages:        14 years and up
Time:         10:00am - 12:00pm
Place:         Eastwood Cemetery, 1581 Siskiyou Blvd.
Cost:          Free - Pre-registeration is required
Limit:          10 per tour

Notes: 
Tours may be conceled due to inclement weather the morning of the tour.

For more information contact the
Medford Parks & Recreation Department
541-774-2400

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Harlem Gospel Choir

They’ve performed for Nelson Mandela and the Pope. They’ve performed with U2, André Rieu, the Chieftains, and Harry Belafonte. They’ve nHarlem Gospel Choir comes to Medford ORever failed, wherever and for whomever they’ve performed, to rattle the rafters and stir the soul with their joyous, uplifting, glorious singing. The Harlem Gospel Choir effuses so much love and faith and inspiration that seeing them perform is always a religious experience!

Time:  7:30pm

Adult Tickets:  Section A -  $35.00
                            Section B -  $32.00
                            Section C -  $29.00

Youth  Tickets:  Section A -   $26.00
     (0-18)               Section B -   $23.00
                              Section C -   $20.00

Presented by: Craterian Performances
Sponsored by:  Southern Oregon Subaru & Providence Medical Group

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

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Roxy Ann (Prescott Park) TourRoxy Ann Prescott Park

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overlook the Rogue Valley from the top of the Roxy Ann Peak.  Parks andRecreation staff will drive you to the top in vans to enjoy the view of the valley, and will also be on hand to answer your questions about the park and its history. 

Ages:        Adults
Time:        10:00am - 12:00pm
Place:        Meet at Santo Community Center
Cost:          $10 Resident - $16 Non-resident
Limit:          Minimum - 3 people; Maximum - 9 people

Notes: 
Vans are not handicap accessible

For more information contact the
Medford Parks & Recreation Department
541-774-2400

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19-20

Arena Cross cycling

 

Arenacross at the Expo

 

 

SOAX is a culmination of two custom MX & AX tracks (A planned new SX track in in the works) located in Medford, OR.The first track is a AX track. The tight semi-indoor track provides a covered racing and seating area yet still maintains a "fresh air" outdoor feel.Trackside bleachers will give the advantage point to the entire track along with plenty of standing room for those that want to watch from the rail. Track number two is a full blown MX track located outside next to the AX track. These two tracks have the recipe for some exciting racing and have attracted many of the pros. Mike Horban,"Tiger" Lacey, Daniel & Vincent Blair,Kevin Rookstool and Adam Metzler to name a few. Even Factory Yamaha's Josh Hill has even been known to show up. So come down and check it out!

HUGE SERIES TROPHIES !

Race Day Times:
           Gates Open at 2:00pm
           Practice at 4:00pm
           Racing at 6:00pm

Jackson County Expo - Isola Arena
1 Peninger Road, Central Point, OR 97502
Brad 301-6438 or 878-9428
www.southernoregonsupercross.com

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3rd Friday ArtWalk 3rd Friday Art Walk

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.

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Dublin's Traditional Irish Cabaret Dublins Traditional Irish Cabaret

Put on your green and get down to the CGRT for a delightful, rollicking evening of Irish comedy, song, and dance, performed by a star-studded cast direct from Dublin, including legendary comedian Noel V. Ginnity, Paul Hennessy of The Three Irish Tenors, golden-voiced colleen Emer Hartnett, and some of the best step dancers in the world. Don’t miss this bountiful Irish stew of light-hearted entertainment.

Time:  7:30pm

Adult Tickets:  Section A -  $35.00
                            Section B -  $32.00
                            Section C -  $29.00

Youth  Tickets:  Section A -   $26.00
     (0-18)               Section B -   $23.00
                              Section C -   $20.00

Presented by: Craterian Performances
Sponsored by:  Precision Electric

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

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Rogue Creamery 6th Annual Oregon Cheese Festival

Rogue CreameryTop artisan cheesemakers from around Oregon will gather at Rogue Creamery once again this year for the Oregon Cheese Festival. 

Oregon inspired culinary event includes a "Meet the wine and cheese makers" dinner. Features a farmers market style artisan food and wine festival that kicks off the Oregon Cheese Festival.

Oregon Cheese Guild Festival

Rogue Creamery
311 N. Front Street, Central Point OR 97502
541-665-1155
www.roguecreamery.com 

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The Drowsy Chaperone The Drowsy Chaperone

In this Tony-winning Broadway smash, a lonely musical buff decides to lose his blues by listening to an LP of his favorite musical, a 1928 gem called The Drowsy Chaperone, which comes to glorious life right in front of him. His beloved show tells the zany, tuneful tale of a pampered Broadway starlet and the chaos that ensues when she decides to give up the stage and tie the knot. A sweet and hilarious musical spoof!

Time:  7:30pm

Adult Tickets:  Section A -  $54.00
                            Section B -  $48.00
                            Section C -  $42.00

Premium Tickets:  $60.00

Presented by: Craterian Performances
Sponsored by:  Umqua Bank & Strand Atkinson Williams & York

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

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Pear Blossom Festival

Pear Blossom Jr Court

Junior Royality Coronation - North Medford High Auditorium 9:00am

  • Aplicants Junior Royality applicants must be 5 years of age. 

  • Everyone's a Winner  * All participants will ride in the Pear Blossom Parade on April 10th. *


Pear Blossom Sr Court

Senior Royality Coronation - North Medford High Auditorium 7:00pm

A Night full of Entertainment
Featuring 8 local High School Seniors competing for a
$2,000 college scholarship


Pear Blossom Ballroom Dance Competetion - North Medford High Auditorium 7:00pm

Featuring 4 young ballroom couples competing for
$1,000 in cash prizes


Pear Blossom Festival
For more info call 840-PEAR
E-mail us at pearblossom@pearblossomparade.org
www.pearblossomparade.org

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27-28

10th Annual Daffodil Daze Festival Daffodil Daze Festival

This annual event, features a traditional two mile scenic shuttle tour up Daffodil Hill. Enjoy more than a million fragrant yellow blooms along the roadside and as far as the eye can see into the woods and meadows.

Meet the Shady Cove deer and wild turkey families. Hop on board the Daffodil Express Trolley or the Daffy Bus and ride up to The Oaks Pond where you can take in a breathtaking panoramic view of the Rogue Valley and Siskiyou Mountains without leaving your shuttle. Return shuttles will stop at all festival activities throughout the village of Shady Cove.

Saturday,the Edgewater Inn, will hold an Open Air Marketplace, including Art, Crafts & Funky Craftitude;  Antique & Classic cars are invited and will set up in the Edgewater Innn parking lot.  A "Daffy Hat" Promenade and Scavenger Hunt, along with additional Tent Vendors will take place down "Main Street" (Hwy 62).  Local shopping, wine tasting, and participating restaurants welcome guests, including Bel Di's on the Rogue, and Miguel's Family Restaurant.

Sunday, March 28, 2010 * 1pm Walk
"Daffodil Daze"  1K FUN Walk up Daffodil Hill

Registration begins at Walker Center, Sawyer Road, Shady Cove

It's a weekend of FUN, for everyone

For more information and event details call 541-878-3626
or visit www.shadycoveinfo.com

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27-28

Rogue Valley Orchid Society ShowRogue Valley Orchid Society Show

 

 

27-28 - Rogue Valley Orchid Society Show, Jackson County Fairgrounds, 1 Peninger Rd., Central Point, OR. Contact: George E. Brown, 215 Renault Ave., Medford, OR 97501; (541) 608-0133; yorgob909@cs.com.

Time:  3:00pm

St. Mark's Episcopal Church
5th & Oakdale, Medford, OR 97501
541-858-8037
email questions to: mevans@mind.net

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Hairspray             Hairspray

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A giddy, irreverent, uplifting, lovable hoot of a musical! A runaway smash on Broadway, Hairspray cleaned up at the 2003 Tonys, capturing eight awards, including the coveted statuette for best musical. With a gleeful, bubbly score rich in the sounds of 60’s pop and Motown, Hairspray tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a chubby, eternally optimistic big-haired girl who defies the odds at every turn, earning a coveted spot on the Corny Collins dance show, winning the affections of a beyond-popular hunk, besting a gorgeous but snotty rival, and even managing to integrate Corny’s lily-white show. As The New York Times puts it, “if life were everything it should be, it would be more like Hairspray.”

Time:  7:30pm

Adult Tickets:  Section A -  $62.00
                            Section B -  $56.00
                            Section C -  $50.00

Premium Tickets:  $68.00

Presented by: Craterian Performances

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

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2/19-10/31
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Oregon Shakespeare Festival - 2010 Play Schedule  Oregon Shakespeare Festival
  • Hamlet
            February 19 - October 30; Angus Bowmer Theatre
  • Pride and Prejudice
            February 21 - October 31; Angus Bowmer Theatre
  • Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
             February 20 - July 4; Angus Bowmer Theatre
  • She Loves Me
             April 21 - October 30; Angus Bowmer Theatre
  • Throne of Blood
             July 21 - October 31; Angus Bowmer Theatre
  • Well
             February 25 - June 18; New Theatre
  • Ruined
             March 24 - October 31; New Theatre
  • American Night
             June 29 - October 31; New Theatre
  • Twelfth Night
             June 1 - October 8; Elizabethan Stage
  • Henry IV, Part One
            June 2 - October 9; Elizabethan Stage
  • The Merchant of Venice
            June 3 - October 10;  Elizabethan Stage

Oregon Shakespeare Festival

15 S. Pioneer St., Ashland, OR  97520
541-482-433
www.osfashland.or

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Moon over Buffalo

This backstage farce by the author of Lend Me a Tenor tells the story of Charlotte and George Hay, an acting couple who are not exactly the Lunts.   While on tour in Buffalo in 1953 in Cyrano de Bergerac (“the revised, one nostril version”) and Noel Coward’s Private Lives, fate give these thespians one more shot at starring roles in the movie version of The Scarlet Pimpernel.  And director Frank Capra (gasp!) is en route to Buffalo to catch their matinee performance. A valentine to theatre hams everywhere!

Camelot Theatre Company
101 Talent Ave., Talent, OR 97540 
541-535-5250 
www.camelottheatre.org

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