Applegate Valley Connect

Applegate Library presents: Computer and Tech Help
2024-12-10 10:00 - 12:30, 2024-12-17 10:00 - 12:30, 2024-12-24 10:00 - 12:30, 2024-12-31 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Applegate Library
Meet with a Digital Services Specialist, by appointment or drop in. Have a technology question? The Digital Services department is here to help. This includes, but is not limited to, library electronic resources such as Library2Go, Hoopla, Overdrive, and Kanopy. We can also assist with Microsoft or Apple applications and other non-hardware related questions. We look forward to seeing you and helping you with your technology-related questions, bewilderment, concerns, and fears. Reach us by email at digitalservices@jcls.org or by phone at 541-734-3990.

Preschool Storytime, 3-5 YRS
2024-12-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-24 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-31 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Bring your preschoolers (ages 3-5) to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun at the library. A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books and reading and help young children develop important socialization skills.

Community Yoga, 13+ YRS
2024-12-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-01-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Join us for an all levels yoga class every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Dr. Rachel Stricker will support you on your yoga journey. The Community Room will open at 8:45 and class will begin promptly at 9:00. REGISTRATION REQUIRED at jcls.org/events. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT.
Dr. Rachel Stricker is the owner of Elevate Medicine Collective in Jacksonville and lives in Ruch with her husband, sons, and two dogs. She has been teaching yoga for 15 years and a practicing naturopathic physician for 10 years. She received her yoga training at Authentic Yoga Teacher Training and Arizona Vedic Chant in Scottsdale, Arizona, and her naturopathic medical training at Sonoran University of Health Sciences in Tempe, Arizona. She is currently working on her PhD in the Quantum Science of Integrative Medicine through the University of Technology in Jaipur, India.

A Greater Applegate's Holiday Party
2024-12-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Vista222, 222 Missouri Flat Rd., Grants Pass Or
Join us for a beautiful evening of celebration and community at Vista 222! Tickets are only $15 and include light bites from Chef Kristen Lyon of Jefferson Farm Kitchen, live music from Nathan Green, and a silent auction to support the community-building work of A Greater Applegate. This event is open to the entire Applegate community – we hope to see you there!
Tickets available online here, at the AGA Office Monday-Wednesday from 10am-4pm, or by giving us a call at 541-702-2108.

Walk Through a Winter Wonderland!
2024-12-12 17:00 - 21:00 | SOHS Hanley Farm, 1053 Hanley Road, Central Point, OR, 97502, United States
Celebrate the holidays in style with the Southern Oregon Historical Society at Hanley Farm, December 12, 13 and 14. The Farm will be transformed in to a winter wonderland with over 15,000 lights illuminating this historic landmark! You’ll be delighted with the dazzling display of lighting throughout the grounds. Generously sponsored by the SOHS Board of Trustees, this is the Society’s holiday gift to you. Happy Holidays, and thank you all for your patronage and continuing support.!

Schmidt Family Vineyards Friday Night Music
2024-12-13 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-20 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-27 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-03 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-10 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Schmidt Family Vineyards, 330 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, 97527
FREE local live music every Friday Night, rain or shine!
During the Summer months we have partnered with Applegate artists who will be showcasing their art for viewing and purchase during Friday night Music
live music and art 5-8pm
Tasting room open noon-8pm
Kitchen open noon-7:30pm
NO reservations, first come first served

Rogue Reads: Fandom Collaging, 12+YRS
2024-12-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Learn how to put together a unique and colorful collage featuring your favorite things! Whether it’s Star Wars, Taylor Swift, Dragon Ball Z, or something else, celebrate what makes you happy by making your own collage!

DART Van @ Sweets N Eats
2024-12-19 10:00 - 12:30 | 181 Upper Applegate Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530
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DART Mobile Tech Van @ Sweets n Eats Parking Lot
10 am – 12:30 pm

DART is a mobile tech van, library outreach vehicle, Wi-Fi hotspot, and computer lab all rolled into one!

Rogue Reads: Create Your Own Book of Delights, 18+YRS
2024-12-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Inspired by Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights, we invite you to create your own book to keep a record of the daily delights you encounter.
Join us at the library to decorate your own special Book, then use the practice of writing to develop a habit of noticing delights. Whether you jot down a quick observation, compose a poem, or write an essay, all writing is good writing. As your collection of delights grows, you may find it easier to notice small (and large!) things to celebrate as you go through your day.
Writing prompts will be provided if you choose to use them, both at the event and in JCLS libraries throughout the Rogue Reads season.

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS THROUGH THE DECADES!
2024-12-26 10:00 - 15:00 | SOHS Hanley Farm, 1053 Hanley Road, Central Point, OR, 97502, United States
Hanley Farm* 1053 Hanley Road * Central Point

The Southern Oregon Historical Society is celebrating the holidays in style at SOHS Hanley Farm, and you’re invited to join us! Wrap up the Christmas season on Thursday, December 26th, when the 19th Century Hanley Farmhouse will be decked out for the holidays with rooms depicting the holiday trends of the 1860’s, 1880’s, 1920’s, 1940’s, and 1960’s. traditions.
Tour size is limited! For tickets and information, visit https://sohs.org/events/holidays-at-hanley-house-tours/

Music: Dave Brendlinger at Wooldridge Creek Vineyard
2024-12-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Wooldridge Creek Vineyard, 818 Slagle Creek Road, Grants Pass, 97527
No cover charge. Come sip wine and savor cheese from our on-site creamery while you listen to some great music!

Rogue Reads: Gratitude Journaling, 12+YRS
2025-01-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Give your brain a hug and dive into the meditative practice of gratitude journaling. You’ll get the supplies (journal included) and tips on how to write and reflect on what brings you joy.

Applegate Siskiyou Alliance Meeting
2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Applegate Valley Fire District 9 1095 Upper Applegate Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530
The Applegate Siskiyou Alliance works to sustain the integrity of the environment and human communities in the Applegate Valley and surrounding areas. Our monthly meetings are open to the public from 6:00 pm until 7:00 pm.
More info: siskiyoucrest@gmail.com

Winter Salads with Sarah Lemon, ALL AGES
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Start off your new year’s meal plans with hearty, seasonal salads that won’t leave you feeling hungry. Packed full of healthy plant protein and fiber, whole grains and legumes, these recipes are easy on the grocery budget and can be adapted to any preference for spice or seasoning. Join longtime local food writer — and avid home cook — Sarah Lemon as she demonstrates and provides samples of three distinctive salads that put a rainbow of fresh fruits and veggies on your plate. She’ll also discuss sources of locally grown produce in season. ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JANUARY 7 at jcls.org/events

Herbal Tea Blending, 18+ YRS
2025-01-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Ruch Library, 7919 Hwy 238, Jacksonville, 97530
Let’s talk herbal loose leaf tea! In this class, learn the art of loose-leaf tea blending- how to blend and different methods of blending herbal tea. An Herbal tea tasting is also included.
