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Courtesy of Holly Theatre
Celebrated musician Richard Thompson (left) and his longtime creative collaborator Zara Phillips
will be in concert April 11 at the Holly Theatre in Medford. Thompson is a founding member of Fairport Convention, helping to define the sounds of British folk rock. Phillips is a vocalist who has worked on television and videos. Together, they blend music and storytelling in an intimate concert experience. Tickets to their 8 p.m. concert go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday. Call 541-772-3797 or visit hollytheatre.org.

All events listed are subject to last-minute changes or re-scheduling. Call or check online before heading out.


NIGHTLIFE

Josephine County

ALIBI BAR, 1220 N.W. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-479-2854. Thursdays, Pandora Band, alt rock, 6-10 p.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, karaoke, 8 p.m.-close. No cover.

AREA 61 TAPHOUSE, 3400 Merlin Road, 541-295-8002. Dec. 19, Hopfinger Wishes, rock, pop, blues, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 20, Ellipse, variety, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 27, Pure Country, country, country rock, 6-8 p.m. No cover.

BACKDOOR AT THE REPLAY, 115 Redwood Ave, Cave Junction, 541-592-4138. Dec. 18, open mic, 7-10 p.m.

CEDARWOOD SALOON, 1345 Redwood Ave., Grants Pass, 541-479-6160. Dec. 19, Pandora Band, alt indie, 8 p.m.-midnight; Thursdays, open mic, 7-9 p.m. No cover.

CODE 4 TAP HOUSE, 515 Rogue River Highway, Grants Pass, 541-476-1313. Dec. 21, karaoke, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dec. 26, karaoke, 9 p.m.- midnight; Dec. 28, karaoke, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dec. 29, open mic, 5-8:30 p.m. No cover.

CORVETTE BAR & GRILL, 1831 N.E. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-226-2856. Dec. 20, Honeypot, classic rock, 8 p.m.-midnight; Wednesdays, open mic with Kevin Widdison, 7-10 p.m. No cover.

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THE GROWLER GUYS TAPHOUSE, 531 N.E. F St., Grants Pass, 541-916-5558. Dec. 18,The Brothers Reed, acoustic indie folk pop, 6-9 p.m., no cover; Dec. 20, Coleman Antonucci, acoustic variety, 6-9 p.m., no cover; Wednesdays, Bingo Gone Rogue, 6 p.m., card $2 each or six for $10.

MYPLACE MERLIN, 330 Galice Road, Merlin, 541-244-1808. Wednesdays, karaoke, 6-9 p.m. No cover.

THE SOUND LOUNGE, 225 S.E. H St., Grants Pass, 541-479-0712. Dec. 19, Jacksaphine, variety, 9 p.m.-midnight, no cover; Dec. 20, DJ Ron's Rewind, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party with DJ Fluffy, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5.

STEELHEAD TAVERN, 6401 Rogue River Highway, Grants Pass, 541-582-1815. Dec. 19, The Mitchell Brothers, classic rock, 7-10 p.m.; Thursdays, karaoke, 7-11 p.m.; Saturdays, karaoke, 8 pm.-midnight; Sundays, open jam, 2-6 p.m. No cover.

TAYLOR'S COUNTRY STORE, 202 S. Redwood Highway, Cave Junction, 541- 592-5358. Dec. 19 Tim Wallace and Michelle LeComte, annual Christmas show and sing along, with Scrambled Legs and Tangled Toes, 50-50 raffle, 5:30-8:30 p.m. No cover.

THE TOASTED BARREL, 2039 Redwood Ave., Grants Pass, 541-479-0222. Dec. 20 Saucy, rock, pop, 8-11 p.m.; Dec. 24, Pandora Acoustic Duo, alt, indie, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 31, Pandora Band. alt, indie, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; Thursdays, music bingo, 6 p.m.; Fridays, country line dancing, 7-10 p.m.; Tuesdays, trivia, 7 p.m. No cover.

THE 238 BAR, 1620 Williams Highway, Grants Pass, 541-507-1447. Dec. 19, Vinyl Grooves, with DJ Sycamore and DJ Ryzohm, 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m. No cover.

WEEKEND BEER COMPANY, 1863 N.W. Washington Blvd., Grants Pass, 541-507-1862. Dec. 22, Jug of Punch, jam session, 6-8 p.m., no cover; Dec. 30, trivia, 6 p.m., $5; Dec. 31, Kid-Friendly New Year's Eve Party, 5-8 p.m.; Dec. 31, Highway Bound, country, country rock, 6-8 p.m., no cover.

WILD RIVER BREWING AND PIZZA, 249 N. Redwood Highway, Cave Junction, 541-592-3556. Wednesdays, open mic, 5-8 p.m., No cover.

WILD RIVER PUB, 533 N.W. F St., Grants Pass, 541-474-4456. Wednesdays, trivia, 6:30 p.m., $5.

THE WONDER BUR, 116 S.W. H St., Grants Pass, 541-244-1082. Dec. 19, Christmas Pajama Party, with Pandora Band, classic rock, alt rock, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; Sundays, open mic, 7-11 p.m., no cover; Wednesdays, karaoke with DJ Misfit, 7 p.m. No cover.


Jackson County

APPLE OUTLAW, 15090 Highway 238, Jacksonville, 541-846-7109. Dec. 20, Trevor Hanks, acoustic variety, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

ART BOP BEER COMPANY, 59 Talent Ave., Talent, 971-645-5060. Dec. 18, trivia, 6 p.m.; Dec. 19, Sage's Winter Sing-Along, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 20, Southern Oregon Songwriters Association open mic, 5:45-8 p.m.; Dec. 26, Tony Brussat, early jazz, Americana, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 27, Colton Ort, variety, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party with DJ Mapache, 6-8 p.m. No cover.

BELLA UNION, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville, 541-899-1770. Dec. 18, Jared Gutridge, acoustic variety, 7-9 p.m.; Dec. 19, Phil Reed, acoustic indie folk pop, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 20, Rock-n-Ebnother, rock, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 26, Nick Garrett-Powell, acoustic variety, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 27, Paul Jenny & Tom Freeman, variety, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 31, The Mitchell Brothers, classic rock, 7-10 p.m. No cover.

BOOMTOWN SALOON, 105 W. California St., Jacksonville, 541-702-2252. Wednesdays, acoustic open mic, sign-ups 6 p.m., music 6:30-11 p.m. No cover.

BUTTERFLY CLUB 557, 557 Medford Center, Medford, 541-499-1133. Dec. 28, "The Nightmare Before A Christmas Carol," drag, burlesque, singing, comedy, 6 p.m., $25, reservations.

CALLAHAN'S MOUNTAIN LODGE, 7100 Old Highway 99 S, Interstate 5 Exit 6, south of Ashland, 541-482-1299. Dec. 19, John Ivey, acoustic variety, 6-9 p.m.; Dec. 20, Robbie DaCosta, rockabilly, blues, 6-9 p.m.; Dec. 21, Jimmy Limo, smooth guitar, 5-8 p.m.; Dec. 24, Dan Doshier, variety, 5-8 p.m.; Dec. 25, John Johns, variety, 11:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Jimmy Limo, smooth guitar, 2:45-6 p.m. No cover.

CHADWICKS SPORTS BAR & PUB, 2300 Biddle Road, Medford, 541-770-1234. Dec. 19-20, Comedy Night with opener Penny Prince and headliner Nat Baimel, 8-10 p.m., $15. Dec. 26-27, Comedy Night with opener Sean Reddy and headliner Mike Krasner, 8-10 p.m., $15.

THE COPPER PLANK AT THE LODGE, 202 N. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-4031. Dec. 19, all original open mic, 7-9 p.m., no cover; Dec. 20, Irish folk music, 6-9 p.m.; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party with Smiley T & The Tall Trees, 8 p.m.-midnight, $15; Jan. 9, Welcome to the Woodshed & Cody Ponder, 6-9 p.m., no cover; Tuesdays, trivia, 6 p.m, no cover.

DANGEROUS LEE'S LOCAL THIRTY-ONE PUB, 31 Water St., Ashland, 541-708-6813. Dec. 18, Josh Gross, indie, 9-11 p.m., no cover; Dec. 19, Brandon Beebe, soul, folk, funk, with The Bouray, 9 p.m.-midnight, no cover; Dec. 27, OnWordsUpWords, 9 p.m.-midnight, no cover; Saturdays, Fluid Druids, Irish music, 5-7 p.m.; Tuesdays and Wednesdays, karaoke, 9 p.m.-midnight. No cover.

DOUBLE R BAR & GRILL, 108 Depot St., Rogue River, 541-299-0211. Dec. 19, Christmas Party, with white elephant gifts, ugly Christmas sweater contest, 8 p.m.-midnight; Fridays, DJ Justin Fader, 8 p.m.-midnight; Saturdays, acoustic jam, 2-6 p.m.; Sundays, bingo, 2-5 p.m.; Wednesdays, karaoke, 7-10:30 p.m. No cover.

GOLD RUSH BREWING, 1100 N. Central Ave., Medford, 541-622-0029. Dec. 20, Holiday Market, 1:30-5 p.m. No cover.

GRAPE STREET BAR & GRILL, 31 S. Grape St., Medford, 541-500-8881. Jan. 7, Rogue Blues Society jam with Duke Street, 6-9 p.m.. no cover; Fridays, Saturdays, Club Night with DJ dance music, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., cover.

THE GROWLER GUYS, 345 Lithia Way, Ashland, 541-708-0837. Wednesdays, trivia, 6 p.m. No cover.

JACKSONVILLE INN, 175 E. California St., Jacksonville, 541-899-1900. Dec. 20, Ponderosas, variety, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 23, Jeff Kloetzel, modern folk, pop, country, Americana, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 27, Jen Ambrose & Mark Johnson, rock, pop, blues, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 30, Bim Jeam & The Sadness, 6-8 p.m. No cover.

JEFFERSON SPIRITS, 404 E. Main St., Medford, 541-500-1349. Dec, 19, Adam Gabriel, roots, blues, R&B, 8-10 p.m., no cover; Sundays, open mic, 6-9 p.m., no cover; Mondays, trivia, 6 p.m., no cover.

LA BAGUETTE MUSIC CAFE, 340 A St., Ashland, 541-482-0855. Dec. 20, Slim Chickens, Christmas songs, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 20, Keith Little Trio with Tristan Clarridge and Joy Louise, 7-9 p.m., $15-$30; Dec. 24, Chrisman & Smith, acoustic folk, bluegrass, jazz, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 31, House Country Band, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., no cover; Jan. 7, Chrisman & Smith, acoustic folk, bluegrass, jazz, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., no cover; Jan. 8, Irish session, 11 a.m. -1 p.m., no cover.

LIQUID LOUNGE, 370 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-708-6188. Dec. 18, Comedy Showcase, with host Nick Meier, 8 p.m., $10, Dec. 20, Melissa Fairy, acoustic folk-jazz, 7-9 p.m., no cover; Dec. 21, Taste of Love — Speed Dating, 5:30 p.m., $88; Dec. 24, Adam Gabriel, Christmas music 5:30-7:30 p.m., $5; Dec. 26, Grant Ruiz, Latin guitar, 7-9 p.m., no cover; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Black Tie Party, with John Johns, 7 p.m.-1 a.m., $5; Jan. 8, Musical Bingo, 6:30 p.m., free with purchase.

LOCAL VINES WINE BAR, 900 N. Haskell St., Suite A, Central Point, 541-840-3039. Dec. 21, Shybo & The Twisted Vines, variety, 3-5 p.m., no cover; Dec. 28, Broadway Joe & The Shouters, rock, blues, 3-5 p.m., no cover. Jan. 4, Living on Dreams, variety, 3-5 p.m., no cover; Jan. 7, Jeff Kloetzel, modern folk, pop, country, Americana, 5-7 p.m., no cover;

LUCKY'S, 336 Second Ave., Gold Hill, 541-855-5547. Saturdays, karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight; Sundays, open jam with Fireball, 2-6 p.m. No cover.

LUCKY'S II, 22225 Highway 62, Shady Cove, 541-878-2096. Dec. 18, bingo, 7 p.m.; Dec. 20, holiday cookies and candy exchange, 5:30 p.m., trivia, 6 p.m.

MAC'S DINER, 21900 Highway 62, Shady Cove, 541-878-7303. Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party, 7 p.m.-1 a.m., details TBA; Jan. 17, Murder Mystery Dinner & Casino Night, 6 p.m., $25, includes dinner and dessert, reservations by Jan 10; Thursdays, karaoke, 6-11 p.m., no cover; Saturdays, karaoke, 7 p.m.; Tuesdays, open mic, 6 p.m., no cover.

THE MINERS' BAZAAR, 235 E. California St., Jacksonville, 541-702-2380. Dec. 20, Solstice Speakeasy, early jazz with Tony & Lawrence, small bites, treats, 7:30-9:30 p.m., $45, reservations; Dec. 27, Avery Goffinet, Scandinavian folk, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover.

MORRTONS TOO, 302 E. Main St., Talent, 541-535-3813. Dec. 20, Bryan Oliver, acoustic variety, 8-10 p.m. No cover.

OBERON'S RESTAURANT & BAR, 45 N. Main St., Ashland, 541-708-6652. Dec. 18, Actual Wolf, acoustic variety, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Dec. 19, DJ Hellwing's Jingle Ball, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; Dec. 20, Rogue Underground, funk, soul, rock, 8 p.m.-2:30 a.m.; Dec. 23, open mic with Gyasi Silas, 6 p.m.-2 a.m.; Dec. 24, Dan Doshier, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 25, Actual Wolf, acoustic variety, 6:30-8:30 p.m. No cover.

O'RYANS IRISH PUB, 137 E Main St., Ashland, 541-482-8572. Mondays, Thursdays, karaoke, 9 p.m., no cover; Wednesdays, Modern Prometheus Trio, jazz, 7-10 p.m., $10.

THE ROCKY TONK SALOON & GRILL, 333 E. Main St., Medford, 541-973-2887. Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party, line dance lessons, 7 p.m., DJ Poppa, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover; March 5, Hayden Coffman with Lane Smith, country, $20; Thursdays, Comedy Night Open Mic, sign-ups 7:30 p.m., show 8 p.m., no cover; Wednesdays, line dance lessons, 7 p.m., no cover.

ROGUE PUB-N-PUTT, 410 E. Main St., Rogue River, 541-299-0102. Dec. 18, holiday bingo, 6 p.m., $10; Dec. 20, Shakedown, classic rock, 8-11 p.m., no cover; Dec. 22, Movie Night, "The Nightmare Before Christmas," 5:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve with Bittersweet, rock, metal from the 1980s, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover; Fridays, karaoke, with DJ Poppa, 7-11p.m., no cover.

THE TALENT CLUB, 114 Talent Ave., Talent, 541-535-2721. Dec. 19-20, Petty Thievery, Tom Petty tribute, 8 p.m.-midnight, $20; Jan. 23-24, Boot Juice, bluegrass, Americana, cosmic rock, swing, 8 p.m.-midnight, $20; Jan. 27, Analog Dog, modern indie pop, nu-disco, jazz fusion, 8 p.m.-midnight, $20. Tickets at ticketleap.com.

TAPROOTS NURSERY, 208 Madrone St., Rogue River, 541-299-0118. Dec. 20, Community Christmas Potluck, with Borderline Music, raffles, 2-5 p.m., to benefit CASA. No cover.

TROPHY CLUB BAR & GRILL, 812 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-772-4131. Thursdays, Fridays, karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight; Saturdays, DJ dance music, 8 p.m.-midnight; Sundays, musicians' jam with GypsyGillis band, 2-6 p.m. No cover.

VOODOO MARTINI, 106 Grape St., Medford. Thursdays, Boozy Bingo, (not Dec. 25 or Jan. 1) 7:30-9:30 p.m.; Fridays, Danger Zone, karaoke sing-alongs, 8-11 p.m., After Party with DJ Kamoflage, old-school hip hop, 11 pm.-2 a.m.; Saturdays, Retro Rewind, hip hop, pop with DJ Kamoflage, 8 p.m.

WALKABOUT BREWING COMPANY, 921 Mason Way, Medford, 458-226-5503. Thursdays, trivia, 6 p.m., no cover.

WHISKEY RIVER CAFE & LOUNGE, 6463 Table Rock Road, Central Point, 541-826-6000. Thursdays, karaoke, 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., no cover.

WILD GOOSE CAFE & BAR, 2365 Ashland St., Ashland, 541-488-4103. Dec. 18, Carson Barry & Grant Turner, 6-8:30 p.m.; Jan. 1, Craig Martin, variety, 6-8:30 p.m.; Jan. 8, Sage Meadows Country Band, country, 6-8:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, karaoke, 8-11 p.m.; Sundays, Jim Quinby, piano, 5-6:45 p.m., open mic, 7-10 p.m. No cover.

WILLIE'S TAVERN, 14760 Highway 62, Eagle Point, 541-826-8548. Dec. 19, Ugly Sweater Christmas Party, with karaoke, contest, games, prizes, 8 p.m.-midnight; Dec. 27, Pandora Band, acoustic alt, indie, 7-11 p.m.; Fridays, karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight. No cover.


WINERIES

Josephine County

SCHMIDT FAMILY VINEYARDS, 330 Kubli Road, Grants Pass, 541-846-9985. Dec. 19, Mike Brons, caroling sing-along, 5-8 p.m. No cover.


Jackson County

BELLE FIORE WINERY, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland, 541-552-4900. Dec. 18, Tony Brussat, early jazz, Americana, 5-7 p.m., no cover; Dec. 19, Jeff Kloetzel, modern folk, pop, country, Americana, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 20, Jones, classic rock, pop, R&B, folk, country, jazz, 5:30-7:30p.m., no cover; Dec. 21, Pozitronics, classic rock, R&B, pop, blues, 5-7 p.m., $6; Dec. 26, Blue Lightning, classic rock, blues, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $9; Dec. 27, Rogue Hot Club, gypsy jazz, swing, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 28, 12 Bars Deep, blues, R&B, swing, 5-7 p.m., $9; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve with The Shabby Guys, blues, jazz, R&B, pop, 5-7 p.m., $6.

DANCIN' VINEYARDS, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford, 541-245-1133. Dec. 19, Jared Gutridge, acoustic variety, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

DOS MARIPOSAS VINEYARDS & LAVENDER FARM, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford, 541-224-7881. Dec. 19, Nick Garrett-Powell, acoustic variety, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 20, Jeff Kloetzel, modern folk, pop, Americana, 2-4 p.m., no cover; Dec. 28, open mic, 2-5 p.m., no cover.

DUNBAR FARMS, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford, 541-203-0612. Dec. 18, Irish and Celtic holiday music, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 19, Shae & Jenni, R&B, soul, Latin, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 20, Pozitronics, classic rock, R&B, blues, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover.

NAUMES SUNCREST WINERY, 1950 Suncrest Road, Talent, 541-608-1755. Dec. 20, John Ivey, acoustic variety, 3-5 p.m., no cover; Dec. 21, Jared Gutridge, acoustic variety, 3-5 p.m., no cover; Dec. 27, The Giantess, dream rock, blues, jazz, 3-5 p.m., no cover; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party with The Pozitronics, classic rock, R&B, funk, 2-6 p.m., with a 4 p.m. "midnight" toast, $15.

PADIGAN WINES, 2335 N. Phoenix Road, Medford, 541-779-9463. Dec. 19, Mike Whipple, variety, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 20, Mark Hill, variety, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 21, Mark Ross & Ann Kelly, variety, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

PASCHAL WINERY, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent, 541-535-7957. Dec. 18, Rogue Suspects Lite, blues, rock, soul, 6-8 p.m., $20; Dec. 21, Family Holiday Concert, brother-sister duo, 3:30-5:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 28, Jesus Cuerdas, Americana, Latin jazz, 3:30-5:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 31, Winemakers Dinner & Music, 7 p.m., $100-$125, reservations; Jan. 9. Rogue Suspects Trio, rock, pop, blues, 6-8 p.m., $15.

PEBBLESTONE CELLARS, 1670 Pioneer Road, Talent, 541-512-1704. Dec. 19, Gil Rene, classic rock, pop, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 20, ukulele jam, 2-4 p.m.; Dec. 21, Jeff Kloetzel, modern folk, country, pop, Americana, 3-5 p.m. No cover.

THE PUNCH HOUSE, 9115 Blackwell Road, Central Point, 541-414-7941. Jan. 24, wine release party, with music, noon-5 p.m. No cover.

RELLIK WINERY, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point, 541-499-0449. Dec. 19, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," for kids, 5:30 p.m. with treats, ugly sweater contest for adults, with Dennis Konecny, new country, classic oldies, blues, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 20, Giantess, dream rock, blues, jazz, 4-6 p.m.; Dec. 21, Just A Duo, easy listening, 4-6 p.m.; Dec. 26, Actual Wolf, acoustic variety, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 27, Sterling Too, jazz, 4-6 p.m.; Dec. 28, David Pinsky & Phil Newton, acoustic blues, 4-6 p.m.; Jan. 1, trivia, 6-8 p.m. No cover.

REMOTION WINE, 105 W. Main St., Jacksonville, 541-702-2492. Dec. 19, Emily Turner & Skyler Squiglio, 6-8 p.m., tickets.

ROXYANN WINERY, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford, 541-776-2315. Dec. 18, Sip & Paint Pottery, 5-7 p.m., $50. Dec. 21, Nick Garrett-Powell & Shae Celine, rock, pop, blues, 4-6 p.m., no cover; Dec. 26. Rogue Suspects, rock, blues, funk, 6-8 p.m., $20; Dec. 28, Jared Gutridge Duo, acoustic variety, 4-6 p.m., no cover; Jan. 4, Dennis Konecny, new country, classic oldies, blues, 4-6 p.m., no cover.

SAMS CREEK CELLARS, 39 Sams Creek Road, Gold Hill, 541-248-0494. Dec. 21, No Ordinary Love, holiday music, 2-4 p.m. No cover.

SOUTH STAGE CELLARS, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville, 541-899-9120. Dec. 20, Adam Gabriel, R&B, roots, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $15; Dec. 27, Jared Gutridge Duo, variety, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover.

STONERIVER VINEYARDS, 2178 Pioneer Road. Talent, 541-631-9583. Dec, 20, Nick & Shae, rock, pop, blues, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

TRIUM WINES, 203 E. Main St., Talent, 541-659-9100. Dec. 19, Ann Kelly & Mark Ross, variety, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

VALLEY VIEW WINERY, 1000 Upper Applegate Road, Ruch, 541-899-8468. Dec. 21, Giantess, dream rock, blues, jazz, 2-4 p.m. No cover.


Douglas County

SPIRE MOUNTAIN CELLARS, 774 Hidden Meadows Lane, Oakland, 541-580-1999. Dec. 20, The Southern Son, 1-4 p.m. No cover.


MUSIC

Josephine County

ROGUE SINGERS, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 20, Grants Pass Library, 200 N.W. C St., Grants Pass, 541-476-0571. A cappella ensemble leads holiday caroling. Free.

ROGUE VALLEY SYMPHONY, 3 p.m. Jan. 11, Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center, Eighth and Olive streets, Grants Pass, 541-708-6400, rvsymphony.org. Pianist Michael Stephen Brown joins the orchestra to perform MacDowell's Concerto No. 2, plus works by Liszt and Tchaikovsky. Tickets $25 -$70.

BRIDGE & WOLAK'S "SCANDALOUS ROMANTICS," 7:30 p.m. Jan. 15, Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center, Eighth and Olive streets, Grants Pass, 541-479-2199, jococoncerts.org. A "tabloid" take on the stories behind the most celebrated music stars across genres. Admission by subscription; call for cost.

NASHVILLE SONGWRITER EXPERIENCE, 7 p.m. Feb. 14, The Hivve,164 S.E. G St., Grants Pass, lu.ma/thehivve. Two to three songwriters from Music City share original music and the stories behind it. Tickets $35.

EASTON CORBIN, 8 p.m. Feb. 20, Rogue Theatre, 143 S.E. H St., Grants Pass, 541-471-1316, roguetheatre.org. Country. Tickets $57.50, $68, $79.


Jackson County

SOUTHERN OREGON REPERTORY SINGERS, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19, Holly Theatre, 226 W. Sixth St., Medford, 541-772-3797, hollytheatre.org; 2 p.m. Dec. 20-21, Southern Oregon University Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, 541-552-0900, repsingers.org. "A Ceremony of Carols" program celebrates the timeless appeal of holiday carols, traditional classics and more. Tickets $15-$45.

A JUDY GARLAND CHRISTMAS, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19, 1:30 p.m. Dec. 20-21, Angus Bowmer Theatre, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Ashland, 541-708-6400 or go to rvsymphony.org. Vocalist Joan Ellison joins the Rogue Valley Symphony to perform Judy Garland arrangements of holiday music. Tickets $45-$80.

BAND DU PAYS SWING, 7-9:30 p.m. Jan. 3, Bellview Grange, 1050 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland, banddupays.com. Swing dance lesson (7 p.m.), dancing (7:30 p.m.), $10-$20, sliding scale.

"SO GOOD — THE NEIL DIAMOND EXPERIENCE," 7 p.m. Jan. 9, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Tribute to Neil Diamond, with classic hit songs, multimedia, stories, trivia. Tickets $43, $46, $49.

ROGUE VALLEY SYMPHONY, 3 p.m. Jan. 11, SOU Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, 3 p.m. Jan. 10, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-708-6400, rvsymphony.org. Pianist Michael Stephen Brown joins the orchestra to perform MacDowell's Concerto No. 2, plus works by Liszt and Tchaikovsky. Tickets $35-$80 in Ashland, $25-$75 in Medford.

RAINBOW GIRLS, 7 p.m. Jan. 15 The Story, 318 B St., Ashland, ashlandfolkcollective.com. Indie folk trio, with Bart Budwig. Tickets $30 general, free for ages 10 and younger.

DUDOK QUARTET AMSTERDAM, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16, SOU Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, 541-552-6154, chambermusicconcerts.org. Ensemble performs works by Shostakovitch and Schubert. Tickets $39-$49, with discounts for full-time students and Oregon Trail Card holders.

"DIRTY DANCING" IN CONCERT, 7 p.m. Jan. 25, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Screening of the 1980s film with live musicians and singers. Tickets $50, $56, $62.

THE TEN TENORS, 7 p.m. Jan. 29, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Vocal ensemble performs mix of classical crossover, Neapolitan classics, classic rock. Tickets $50, $56, $62.

BALTIMORE CONSORT, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30, SOU Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, 541-552-6154, chambermusicconcerts.org. Ensemble performs music of the Elizabethan era. Tickets $49-$59, with discounts for full-time students and Oregon Trail Card holders.

WHITEY MORGAN AND THE 78s, 8 p.m. Jan. 31, Historic Ashland Armory. 208 Oak St., Ashland, liveatthearmory.com. Country, for all ages, $25 advance, online and The Music Coop.

STEVE POLTZ, 7 p.m. Feb. 1, Carpenter Hall, 44 S. Pioneer St., Ashland, ashlandfolkcollective.com. Folk, country. Tickets $30.

BEATS ANTIQUE, 8 p.m. Feb. 13, Historic Ashland Armory. 208 Oak St., Ashland, liveatthearmory.com. Experimental world fusion and electronic music, for all ages, $35 advance, online and The Music Coop.

SUZANNE VEGA, 8 p.m. Feb. 20, Holly Theatre, 226 W. Sixth St., Medford, 541-772-3797, hollytheatre.org. Folk rock. $36.50-$56.50, with VIP packages available.


Northern California

"PETER AND THE WOLF," 7 p.m. Jan. 23, Crescent Elk Auditorium, 994 G St., Crescent City, Calif., musicintheredwoods.com. Frisson Ensemble performs Prokofiev's family-friendly work, with narrator. Free.


ON STAGE

Josephine County

THE NUTCRACKER BALLET, 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 21, 2 p.m. Dec. 22, Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center, Eight and Olive streets, Grants Pass, 541-476-4641, gpnutcracker com. Stillpoint Productions presents classic holiday ballet. Tickets $12 opening night; other performances $19, $24 general, $15 military, senior, youth.

"EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (AND THEN SOME)," 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 2 p.m Sundays, through Dec. 21, Barnstormers Theatre, 112 N.E. Evelyn Ave., Grants Pass, 541-479-3557, barnstormersgp.com. Three actors take a madcap romp through the holiday season, with Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons and every carol every sung. Tickets $20.

"MRS. WARREN'S PROFESSION," 2 p.m. Jan. 11, Barnstormers Theatre, 112 N.E. Evelyn Ave., Grants Pass, 541-479-3557, barnstormersgp.com. A National Theatre Live production starring Imelda Staunton, filmed from the West End. Tickets $15 general, $12 seniors and students.

ADAM CAROLLA, 8 p.m. Jan., 16, Rogue Theatre, 143 S.E. H St., Grants Pass, 541-471-1316, roguetheatre.org. Comedy, with Andrea Abbate opening. Tickets $53.50, $64, $74.50.


Jackson County

"A CHRISTMAS CAROL — THE MUSICAL," 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18-19, 3 p.m. Dec. 20, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Teen Musical Theater of Oregon presents musical based on the Charles Dickens story. Tickets $33 general, $22 youth and students.

"THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW," 8 p.m. Dec. 20, Holly Theatre, 226 W. Sixth St., Medford, 541-772-3797, hollytheatre.org. Drag queens present over-the-top camp spectacle with a Christmas theme. Tickets $39.50-$149.50.

TOMASEEN FOLEY'S A CELTIC CHRISTMAS, 3 and 7 p.m. Dec. 21, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. A show of Irish songs, stories, and dance featuring a cast of champion dancers and musicians. Tickets $43-$49 adults, $32-$38 youth and students.

"HANSEL & GRETEL: A PANTO TALE," 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, some Tuesdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays, some Wednesdays, through Dec. 31, Camelot Theatre, 101 Talent Ave., Talent, 541-535-5250, camelottheatre.org. Classic children's story told in British panto style, with comedy, music, dance and audience interaction. Tickets $35-$40.

"TWELFTH NIGHT," 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, 1:30 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays, through Dec. 31, Collaborative Theatre Project, 555 Medford Center, Medford, 541-779-1055, ctpmedford.org. Romantic comedy of mistaken identities, misadventures and true love centers around twins who are separated in a shipwreck, recommended for ages 13 and older. Tickets $40 adults, $35 seniors and students.

"THE NUTCRACKER AND THE MOUSE KING," 1 and 8 p.m., various dates, through Dec. 31, Oregon Cabaret Theatre, First and Hargadine streets, Ashland, 541-488-2902, oregoncabaret.com. A girl and her companion embark on an adventure to a distant land plagued by a sinister mouse king, a story told by six actors. Tickets $32, $34, $45, $49, $54.

"SPOTLIGHT ON ARETHA," 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 15-Feb. 8, Camelot Theatre, 101 Talent Ave., Talent, 541-535-5250, camelottheatre.org. The life and legacy of Aretha Franklin, with The Rogue Suspects. Tickets $35-$40; Jan. 15 preview is $25.

"BULLSHOT CRUMMOND," 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, 1:30 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays, Jan. 22-Feb. 15, Collaborative Theatre Project, 555 Medford Center, Medford, 541-779-1055, ctpmedford.org. A woman whose father has been kidnapped, hires a detective, unaware that he is a dim-witted idiot, in this spoof of detective B-movies. Tickets $40 adults, $35 seniors and students.

"SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD," 1 and 8 p.m. various days, Jan. 23-March 29, Oregon Cabaret Theatre, First and Hargadine streets, Ashland, 541-488-2902, oregoncabaret.com. Fast-paced adventure story of a hero of the people who takes on the ruthless powers that be. Tickets $32, $36, $45, $52, $59.

THE PEKING ACROBATS, 3 p.m. Jan. 24, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Trick cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, gymnastics, Tickets $46, $49, $52 general, $34, $37, $49 youth.

ANJELAH JOHNSON-REYES, 7 p.m. Jan. 30, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Comedy. Sold out.


Douglas County

"SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET," 7 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 29-Feb. 15, UACT Theatre, 1614 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg, 541-673-2125, uact-theatre.com. An unjustly exiled barber returns to London seeking revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him. Tickets tba.


CHILD'S PLAY

Jackson County

SCIENCEWORKS, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-482-6767, scienceworksmuseum.org. Exhibits and activities related to energy, anatomy, chemistry, perception, motion, engineering. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; admission $10.50-$12.50, $3 for Oregon Trail Card holders, $5 every first Sunday.

THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN OREGON, 413 W. Main St., Medford, 541-772-9922, kid-time.org. Exhibits and activities that encourage play and learning. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sundays Admission $10 adults, $15 children.


ART

Josephine County

GALLERY ONE AT THE MUSEUM, 229-A S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-479-1218. "Holiday Creations," Christmas cards and ornaments by gallery members, plus other works of art suitable for gifting, through December.

GLASS FORGE GALLERY AND STUDIO, 501 S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-955-0815. Open for glass-blowing demonstrations. Call to schedule.

GRANTS PASS MUSEUM OF ART, 229 S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-479-3290. Annual Membership Exhibit, a variety of work in various media by museum members, through Dec. 20; "Garden of Delights," a selection of work by Betty LaDuke, from the past to the present, Feb. 25-March 28.

HIVVE ART HUBB, 164 S.E. G St., Grants Pass, 541-450-9091. Artwork by gallery members, ongoing.

SOUTHERN OREGON GUILD GALLERY, 24353 Redwood Highway, Kerby, 541-659-3858. "Unseen Forces," work by gallery members, through January.


Jackson County

ART & SOUL ASHLAND. 247 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-880-4100. "Cheer Squared," 12-inch square work by gallery members, through December.

ART DU JOUR GALLERY, 213 E. Main St. Medford, 541-770-3190. Affordable, gift art by gallery members, through December.

ART ON FIRST, 20 S. First St., Ashland, 541-941-5487. "Biological Treasures," realistic and life-like paintings of the natural world — amphibians, botanicals, insects, crustaceans, fungi — by Zebith Thalden, through Dec. 31, plus work by gallery members, ongoing.

ART PRESENCE ART CENTER, 206 Fifth St., Jacksonville, 541-899-3759, art-presence.org. "A Gathering of Angels," angel art show, hand-painted lamps and mirrors by Carol Branan, through Dec. 28.

ASHLAND ART WORKS, 291 Oak St., Ashland, 541-488-4735. Annual Member Exhibition, ceramics, paintings, jewelry, woodwork, garden sculptures, plus mixed media works by Britt Humphrey, through December.

BLOOMSBURY BLENDS CAFE, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-708-0608. "Fusion Artworks," dreamlike work by Mori D., and steampunk metal creations by John Garloff, through Dec. 31.

CENTRAL ART GALLERY, 101 N. Central Ave., Medford, 541-773-1444. "Modern Family," artwork by Central Art staff, Dec. 19-Jan. 10; reception 5-8 p.m. Dec. 19.

COLLIER GALLERY AT CTP, 555 Medford Center, Medford, 541-779-1055. Fiber art and quilting by Diana Rasmussen and metal work and watercolors by Diane Rasmussen, through Dec. 28.

KS WILD, 562 A St., Ashland, 541-488-5789. "So Much Together," prints and etchings by Betty LaDuke exploring the myth, magic and reality across Latin America, Asia, Africa and the harvests of farm workers in Oregon, through Dec. 31.

ROGUE GALLERY, 40 S. Bartlett St., Medford, 541-772-8118. "It's the Little Things," annual members exhibition, through Dec. 23; work by gallery members, through Jan. 1; "Secrets," paintings by Claire Harkins, through Jan. 16.

SCHNEIDER MUSEUM OF ART, 555 Indiana St., Ashland, 541-552-6245, sma.sou.edu. "Pursuit of Happiness," SOU faculty exhibition on the theme of happiness in both its historical origins and modern day interpretations, Jan. 29-March 14.

SCIENCEWORKS HANDS-ON MUSEUM, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-482-6767. "Nature's Paradox," paintings that feature portraits of native species paired with signs of human impact, by Claire Duncan, through Dec. 31.

SISKIYOU GALLERY HOUSE, 2475 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, 231-499-4274. Watercolors by Douglas Racich, acrylics by Moira Racich, hand-painted silk by Joy Light, pen and ink illustrations by Jimmy Linenberger, hand-beaded earrings by Hannah B, ongoing.

THE TALENT GALLERY, 111 Talent Ave, Suite B, Talent, 541-897-0050. Work by gallery artists, ongoing, with artist talks, at noon on Sundays.


Douglas County

THE ART GALLERY AT UCC, Umpqua Community College, Roseburg, 541-440-4692. "Transuranic," uranotypes, an obsolete 19-century photographic process that uses uranium instead of silver to form the image, by Abbey Hepner, Jan. 5-Feb. 4; reception and virtual artist talk, 1-2 p.m. Jan. 27.

UMPQUA VALLEY ARTS CENTER, 1624 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg, 541-672-2532. Annual Members' Show, through Dec. 19.

LITERARY

Josephine County

SECOND FRIDAY POETRY SHARING, 7 p.m. Jan. 9, Grants Pass Museum of Art, 229 S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-479-3290, 541-479-4778. Read or listen to poetry. Free, donations welcome.


Jackson County

ROGUE READS: WINTER READING PROGRAM, through Feb. 28, Jackson County libraries, jcls.org. Participants read "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt and the children's book "The Octopus Escapes" by Maile Meloy; plus related crafts, speakers, other activities. Free.

GOLD HILL BOOK CLUB, 3-4 p.m. Dec. 18, Gold Hill Library, 202 Dardanelles St., Gold Hill, 541-855-1994, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "The Women" by Kristin Hannah. Free.

DEMOCRACY IN ACTION BOOK CLUB, 5-6 p.m. Dec. 18, Medford Library, 205 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-774-6996, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine. Free.

FREE BOOKS, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, noon-7 p.m. Thursdays, noon-5 p.m. Saturdays, through Dec. 29, Rogue River Library, 412 E. Main St., Rogue River, 541-864-8850. Fiction, nonfiction, movies, audio items, music, Christmas items.

BOOKS AT NOON, noon-1 p.m. Jan. 6, Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, 541-774-6980. Readers share what they are reading. Free.

EAGLE POINT BOOK CLUB, 12:30-3 p.m. Jan. 6, Eagle Point Library, 239 W. Main St., Eagle Point, 541-826-3313, jcls.org. Book discussion group. Free.

BANNED BOOKS CLUB, 4-5 p.m. Jan. 7, Medford Library, 205 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-774-6996, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark: Three Books to Chill Your Bones" by Alvin Schwarts. Free.

ROMANCE READERS BOOK CLUB, 3-4 p.m. Jan. 8, White City Library, 3143 Avenue C, White City, 541-864-8880, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "Pardon My Frenchie" by Farrah Rochon. Free.

WILLIAM STAFFORD POETRY READING, 7 p.m. Jan. 8, Hannon Library, Southern Oregon University, Ashland, 541-552-6816, hanlib.sou.edu/friends. Free.


HOLIDAYS

Josephine County

LAST-MINUTE GIFT SALE, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 20, Josephine County Fairgrounds, Grants Pass. More than 70 vendors with a variety of gift items for sale, plus raffles, door prizes, photos with Santa (11 a.m.-1 p.m.). Free admission. Call 541-476-3215.

CHRISTMAS PAST OPEN HOUSE, 1-4 p.m. Dec. 20, Josephine County Historical Society, 512 S.W. Fifth St. Grants Pass, 541-479-7827. Visits with Father Christmas, the Schmidt Family, entertainment, children's crafts and refreshments. Free.

HIVVE HAUS YULE, 9 p.m.-midnight Dec. 20, The Hivve,164 S.E. G St., Grants Pass, notacultproductions.com. Winter solstice celebration with DJ music, craft table, playful competitions, pole dance performance. Admission $20 pre-sale, $30 general, $50 VIP; collection of warm clothing for the unhoused.


Jackson County

WINTER WONDERLAND WALK, 5-9 p.m. Dec. 18-20, Hanley Farm, 1053 Hanley Road, Central Point, 541-622-2023. Walk-thru holiday lights display, with more than 20,000 lights, with refreshments and snacks. Admission $5 per car.

LITHIA ARTISANS' HOLIDAY MARKET, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 19, 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Dec. 20, 11 a.m. -4 p.m. Dec. 21, Medford Armory, 1701 S. Pacific Highway, Medford. More than 60 local artisans offer handcrafted art and gift items, with a raffle and live music. Free admission.

WINTER FEST, 3-6 p.m. Dec. 20, IOOF Hall, 483 Fourth Ave., Gold Hill, candogoldhill.org. Games, art activities, music, snacks for all ages. Free; donate a canned food item and receive a gift.

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS, noon-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through Dec, 21, Beekman House, 470 E. California St., Jacksonville, 541-245-3650 or go to historicjacksonville.org. Costumed docents share Victorian origins of popular Christmas observances and traditions, stories of the Beekman family and Jacksonville holiday festivities in the late 1800s. Tours $10 adults, $5 children, reservations required.

CHRISTMAS THROUGH THE DECADES, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 26, Hanley Farm, 1053 Hanley Road, Central Point, 541-662-2025, ext. 207. Guided tours through historic home showing holiday trends - decor, toys, fashion - from the 1860s to the 1960s. Tickets $10 adults, $5 for 12 and younger.

HOLIDAY TRAIN DISPLAY, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. most days, through Dec. 31, first floor, Rogue Valley Mall, 1600 N. Riverside Ave., Medford, 541-776-3255. Showcase of holiday model railroad layouts by the Medford Garden Railroaders. Free.

HOLIDAY TROLLEY LIGHTS TOUR, 5-8:30 p.m. nightly through Dec. 31 (except Dec. 24-25), Jacksonville, 541-702-7060, christmasinjacksonville.com. A 45-minute trolley ride through the town's holiday light displays and landmarks, with hot cocoa and coffee and festive music. Tickets $18, reservations required.


Douglas County

HOLLY JOLLY GIANTS, noon-2 p.m. Dec. 19-21, Wildlife Safari, Winston, 541-679-1148, wildlifesafari.net. Visit the giraffe and elephant barns for close encounters, get treats. $50.

WILDLIGHTS, 4-7 p.m. Dec. 19-21, Wildlife Safari, Winston, 541-679-1148, wildlifesafari.net. Walk-thru holiday lights, with animal appearances, storytime, holiday music, treats. $10-$15.


MISCELLANY

Josephine County

NEW YEAR'S EVE DINNER DANCE, 5:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 31, Grants Pass/Merlin Moose Lodge, 330 Merlin Ave., Merlin, 541-761-4302. Prime rib dinner (5:30-7:30 p.m.), dancing to music by Ellipse (8 p.m.), midnight buffet. Tickets $35 singles, $65 couples, $15 for band and buffet only; reservations required.

NEW YEAR'S EVE BALL, 8 p.m.-midnight Dec. 31, Josephine County Fairgrounds, Grants Pass, 541-450-9070, onceuponadecemberball.com. Vocal performances, ballroom dancing, hors d'oeuvres, desserts, cash bar, prizes, for ages 18 and older; formal evening attire; $75 singles, $125 couples, $500 table for eight; benefits One Eleven Theatre Company.

GRANTS PASS THE HEARTH, 7 p.m. Jan. 22, Bethany Presbyterian Church, 741 N.W. Fourth St., Grants Pass, thehearthgp.com. Storytellers and musicians address the theme "I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." Suggested $5 donation, benefits La Clinica.


Jackson County

THIRD FRIDAY MEDFORD, 5-8 p.m. Dec. 19, throughout downtown Medford. Local galleries and businesses host art shows, live music and other performers, food trucks. Free.

"BEHIND THE COUNTER" BEEKMAN BANK TOURS, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through Dec, 21, Beekman Bank, Jacksonville, 541-245-3650, historicjacksonville.org. Tours of historic bank, insight into late 1800s history. Suggested $3 donation.

NOON YEAR'S EVE, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 31, ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-482-6767. Two balloon drops, music, egg drop challenge, with a sensory-friendly countdown available. Free for members, $10.50-$12.50 for nonmembers.

NEW YEAR'S EVE HONKY TONK BASH, 7-10 p.m. Dec. 31, Cedarwood Barn, 7912 Wagner Creek Road, Talent, cedarwoodbarn.com. Two-step dance lesson (7 p.m.), country music by Slim Chicken and Jimmy Fretwell (7:30 p.m.). $25.

ELEVATION: NEW YEAR'S EVE 2026, 8 p.m. Dec. 31, Historic Ashland Armory. 208 Oak St., Ashland, liveatthearmory.com. Eight DJs, vendors, photo booth, full bar. Tickets $35.

CARD SHOW, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 3, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, atthexpo.com. Buy, sell, trade sports cards, trading card games, more. Admission $10 adults, free for 12 and younger.

SOUTHERN OREGON FLEA MARKET, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 4, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, 541-295-5986, More than 100 tables of items for sale. Admission $2, free for 12 and younger.

CHALLENGE OF CHAMPIONS BULL RIDING, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9-10, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, cctbullriding.com. Cowboy games 2025 tour finals. Tickets $22 advance, $27 gate, free for ages 5 and younger.

FILM SCREENING, 7 p.m. Jan. 13, Holly Theatre, 226 W. Sixth St., Medford, 541-772-3797, hollytheatre.org. Showing of "Stop Making Sense," with introduction insights and Q&A with Jerry Harrison. $36.50-$56.50.

WINTER IN CANDYLAND, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 30-Feb. 1, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, attheexpo.com. Games and activities for families. Free admission.

DINOSAUR ADVENTURE, noon-8 p.m. Jan. 30, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Jan. 31, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 1, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, attheexpo.com. Moving lifesize dinosaurs, fossil digs, gemstone mining, din-scooters, baby dino encounters, prehistoric playground, coloring station, photo opps. Admission $25 adults, $35 children, $99 child VIP.

SOUTHERN OREGON FLEA MARKET, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. March 8, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, 541-295-5986, More than 100 tables of items for sale. Admission $2, free for 12 and younger.


Douglas County

CHALLENGE OF CHAMPIONS BULLRIDING, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Jan. 24, Douglas County Fairgrounds, Roseburg, 541-580-8901, cctbullriding.com. Cowboy games. Admission $20.


CASINOS

Douglas County

SEVEN FEATHERS CASINO RESORT, 146 Chief Miwaleta Lane, Canyonville, 800-548-8461. The Ashes, Dec. 18-21; Mic Drop Comedy Club, Dec. 19; Bri Marie, Dec. 24-25; Stevie Mac, Fleetwood Mac — Stevie Nicks tribute, Dec. 27; DJ Marc Eazy, Dec. 26-28; Through the Decades New Year's Eve party, Dec. 31; MJ Live, Michael Jackson tribute, Jan. 10; Theresa Caputo, Jan. 24; Super Bowl Party, Feb. 8; Andrew Santino, Feb. 14.


Portland area

SPIRIT MOUNTAIN CASINO, Grand Ronde, 800-760-7977. The Edge Band, Dec. 19-20; Old Crow Band, Dec. 26-27; Back to the Eighties New Year's Eve, Dec. 31; Mark Normand, Jan. 24; Bingo Loco, Feb. 21; George Thorogood & The Destroyers, March 13.


Oregon coast

CHINOOK WINDS CASINO, Lincoln City, 888-244-6665. Comedy on the Coast, Dec. 19-20; New Year's Eve Midnight in Wonderland, Dec. 31; New Year's Eve Bingo, Dec. 31; Sebastian Bach, Original Voice of Skid Row, Jan. 17; Comedy on the Coast, Jan. 23-24; Neil Diamond Legacy Concert, Feb. 28; DJ dance music, Fridays, Saturdays, ongoing.

KO-KWEL CASINO RESORT COOS BAY, (formerly The Mill Casino), North Bend, 800-953-4800.

THREE RIVERS CASINO, Coos Bay 541-808-9209.

THREE RIVERS CASINO, Florence, 541-997-7529. DJ AI, Dec. 19-20; Holiday Bingo Bash, Dec. 20; Badlands Band, Dec. 26-27.


Northern California

ELK VALLEY CASINO, 2021 Elk Ranch Road, Crescent City, Calif., 707-464-1020. New Year's Eve with Gotcha Covered, Dec. 31; The Morgan Wallen Experience, d. 3; Heartless, a tribute to Heart, Feb. 14.

LUCKY 7 CASINO, 350 N. Indian Road, Smith River, Calif., 707-487-7777. Merry-oke, Dec. 19; New Year's Eve Midnight Rodeo, with Cody Ponder Band, Dec. 31; Comedy Night with Trenton Davis and Nick Markar, Jan. 24.

RAIN ROCK CASINO, 777 Casino Way, Yreka, California, 530-777-7246. Laugh Out Loud with Nat Baimel and Ira Summer, Dec. 18; New Year's Eve Splash Bash, Dec. 31; Justin Shandor the Ultimate Elvis Tribute, Jan. 9.


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