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News media outlets all over America are facing some serious challenges. Come hear from local/regional industry professionals about what鈥檚 going on in Southern Oregon and beyond.

Bert Etling, Ashland.news Executive Editor, previously was Editor in Chief of The Applegater newsmagazine and edited the Ashland Daily Tidings from 2014 to 2019, leading a local news revival for the cherished community paper. Before that, he edited The Cambrian, a weekly newspaper published by the San Luis Obispo Tribune, part of the McClatchy Corp. During his 13 years as managing editor for The Cambrian, the paper won numerous awards, including General Excellence, the top prize in the prestigious California Newspaper Publishers Association Better Newspapers contest. Etling began his community journalism career in 1982 at the Santa Ynez Valley News in Solvang, Calif. He has a degree in philosophy from Stanford University.

Bob Wise has been Vice President and General Manager of KOBI-TV NBC5 for 20+ years. In that time he has produced four U.S. Senate debates and five Gubernatorial debates in NBC5 studios. The station has won three National Association of Broadcasters Service to America Awards for the following programs: the Southern Oregon Meth Project, Youth Education Success (YES) and the suicide prevention mental health awareness campaign, In This Together. Wise has received the Oregon Broadcaster of the Year Award twice.

The monthly Big Ideas discussion series features prominent local experts speaking on relevant and timely issues affecting our community. Lectures are jointly sponsored by the Ashland Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and Jackson County Library Services.

A fun, interactive, and eye-opening workshop that dives into the real reasons behind your long-term health issues and symptoms. Free admission. More at rvml.org

Jacksonville historian Larry Smith will share the riveting story of Robbie Collins' efforts to preserve Jacksonville's historic buildings by founding the Jacksonville Boosters Club and spearheading the establishment of Jacksonville's National Historic Landmark District. Robbie's preservation work is still reverberating throughout the Jacksonville of today, 60 years later. Robbie lived a life that circled the globe, but was firmly rooted in Jacksonville.

The monthly Windows in Time lunchtime lectures feature well-known writers and historians and bring alive the people, values, and events that shaped our southern Oregon heritage. Lectures are jointly sponsored by the Southern Oregon Historical Society (SOHS) and Jackson County Library Services. Programs are presented in Medford (first Wednesdays, in-person and online) and again in Ashland (second Wednesdays, in-person). Recordings of Medford presentations are available on the JCLS Beyond YouTube channel.

Joanie Lindenmeyer has achieved the great accomplishment of writing 3 books in two years 鈥� and a theme that spans all three of them is 鈥淟ove Always Wins鈥�.

In this presentation Lindenmeyer will touch on all 3 of her books, but will be focusing mostly on her second book, Joyously Free. This book aims to encourage LBGTQ+ people to find courage to live their truths, and the book provides solid guidance for parents and allies to love and support individuals on their rainbow journeys.

This presentation will include readings, discussions, and a Q&A. At the end of the program patrons will be given the opportunity to purchase copies of Lindenmeyer鈥檚 works. Copies will also be available in the collection for checkout. Patrons will also leave with a sense of joy and positivity from Lindenmeyer鈥檚 infectious positive energy.

Joanie Lindemeyer is 66 years young, a former Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet Catholic nun who is now an Episcopalian with St. Timothy鈥檚. Joanie serves on the church vestry and in the local community in many ways that include speaking about and promoting LGBTQ+ inclusion.

New Day Breakfast at the Bellevue Grange in Ashland

Topic and presentation: Friday, October 21st 8:00-9:30 am

New Spirit Village is a nationally significant pilot project addressing the affordable housing crisis. Kathryn and Barry Thalden will walk us through this charming neighborhood of 87 homes, which will begin construction this fall in Medford. The not-for-profit development utilizes revolutionary ideas and new technology (including 3-D concrete printed walls) to address the concerns of fire, inadequate low-cost housing, and multigenerational financial inequity, providing the opportunity to change people lives by creating a safe, attractive, livable, and stable community.

In this presentation Lindenmeyer will touch on all 3 of her books, but will be focusing mostly on her second book, Joyously Free. This book aims to encourage LBGTQ+ people to find courage to live their truths, and the book provides solid guidance for parents and allies to love and support individuals on their rainbow journeys.

This presentation will include readings, discussions, and a Q&A. At the end of the program patrons will be given the opportunity to purchase copies of Lindenmeyer鈥檚 works. Copies will also be available in the collection for checkout. Patrons will also leave with a sense of joy and positivity from Lindenmeyer鈥檚 infectious positive energy.

Join us for an informative and inspiring morning on January 21, 2025. Light refreshments, lively discussions, and important topics centered around the economics and community development of Phoenix, Oregon.

Keynote Speaker: Dallin Cooper

Dallin is an author, entrepreneur, and award-winning shepherd. From small Wyoming towns to one of the largest cities in China, Dallin has helped audiences develop the mindset they need to 'Get On The Bull' and face down the challenges of life and leadership. He has been featured as an expert in Authority Magazine as he helps organizations and leaders communicate effectively to build meaningful and connected communities.

As an emergency responder, it鈥檚 critical to understand how to approach situations involving someone living with dementia. This training will help prepare you to respond to common situations you may encounter in your work.

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 1-2pm
STAGE Conference Room, 190 Greenhorn Road, Yreka, CA 96097

Register at https://bit.ly/Sisk2025 or call 800.272.3900

In the event of inclement weather, this class will be presented on Zoom, registrants will be notified of any change as soon as possible.

Join JCLS and the Jackson County Master Gardeners to learn more about compost and how it benefits our soil! After a brief exploration of Soil Ecology, we will explore a variety of methods for returning nutrients and plant wastes back to the soil to benefit our plants, soil health, and ecosystem as a whole.

Scott Goode is a retired environmental scientist who worked in water treatment, bioremediation, and modeling the role of environmental factors in soil chemistry. He is currently developing carbon sequestration and petroleum-free farming technologies.

Join Public Lands and the Friends of Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument for a special opportunity to learn about the incredible biodiversity and natural beauty of the Monument through a screening of the short 20-minute documentary by Crystal Nichols. Crystal鈥檚 film takes the viewer on a sweeping journey through the ecoregions of the Monument, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes. Afterward, there will be a question and answer session with Crystal followed by a brief presentation by the Friends of Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. Friends鈥� staff will share about the exciting education and stewardship programs they have on tap for 2024. Snacks and drinks will be provided by Public Lands.