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 My View by Whitman Parker, Publisher
Jacksonville
REVIEW
Jacksonville Publishing LLC The BEST Thing?

I
get lots of visitors here at the Review office on
California Street.today was no different.
Having an accessible, in-town office is one of
the things that keeps me grounded and close to the
action, enabling me to stay in the know. Several times a
week, folks from all walks of life pop-by to share their
thoughts on all sorts of subjects, offer-up story ideas,
share newsworthy tidbits and get my take on things.
This one-on-one, personal contact cant be replaced by
texts, emails or phone calls and is one of the reasons the
Review has that personal touch.
Today, a 50-something couple wandered into my
officelittle did they know theyd be the focus of this
Publisher: column. It turns out that after a few days of sightseeing
Whitman Parker and house hunting, (Im not sure if they decided to move
whitman@jacksonvillepublishing.com here before or after the sightseeing tour) they were eager
to get my take on whats the best thing about living in
Layout & Design: a small town? Although my immediate reaction was to
share the not-so-best things, (thats just how Im built) I
Andrea Yancey opted to focus on the positive instead.
production@jacksonvillepublishing.com As they took seats at my desk, I reached for the
current issue of the Jacksonville Review and pointed to
Mail: PO Box 1114 the cover. Excitedly I said, This is the best partthe
Jacksonville, OR 97530 people who make this town happenthis publication
reflects a spirit and ethic of volunteerism thats at the
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heart of this town. Before moving here, I dont think
many of us volunteered that much and we didnt get as
personally involved.
Somehow I sensed they were expecting me to have
said that the BEST part of living here was the weather,
the cost of living, the lack of big-city traffic, the
ambiancethe history.
Life in a small town, I added, is differentbut those
who get involved and share their passion with others
the artists, the hikers, the history buffs, the music and
wine lovers, the parents and teachers, the seniors
Im convinced that they all lead a fuller life here in
Jacksonvilletheyre the ones who make the difference.
Just then, I paused for a moment before telling them,
Its really hard to believe that next months Review is
my 100th issue as editor and publisherthats a LOT
of inka ton of paperso many wordsso many
storiesso many great people whove made it possible.
At that moment, Im pretty sure my sermon clicked
and they got my drift. After handing them my card, they
moved to the door and thanked me for my time and
my insight. Before leaving, the woman turned and said,
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Two New Eagle Scout Projects
Enhance the Forest Park
by Tony Hess
The Forest Park has been the
beneficiary of two more projects
completed by Eagle Scouts. Trevor Cluff
from Troop 160 proposed and completed
a project to improve the Norling Trail at
the parking lot P-1 park entrance. This
section of Norling
Trail had not
been completed
pending the
construction of
the new Jackson
Creek streambed
as part of the
decommissioning
of the Jacksonville
dam. The trail
section had
been roughly
established for the
first 300 feet, but
Trevor Cluff spreading gravel.
it went through
a dense thicket
of blackberry
bushes. The
Jacksonville
Forest Park
Volunteers
designed a
project for Trevor
that required
upgrading the 300
feet of trail to the
base of the old
dam by removing
blackberry along
the trail width
Tony Hess with Skyler Allen.
and in four sites on the edges of the trail.
These sites are designated for benches for some unique methods to bring them
trail users to sit and enjoy the deep shade down the hill, across a roaring Jackson
and the running waters of Jackson Creek
a few feet away. Trevor and his large
crew first removed the blackberry, and
then worked hard to spread fifteen yards
of gravel on the trail surface. Recycled
fabric from the dam project was placed
under the gravel to prevent regrowth of
the blackberry. This trail is now also the
entrance to the developing Jackson Creek Eagle Scout projects in the last year in the
Wetlands below the dam. It is being built
as a native plant area using the wet area
being fed by year-round water flows.
This spring, Skyler Allen from
Troop 5 tackled an 18-foot-long foot
bridge needed over Jackson Creek at
Rotarians Work Day at Britt Gardens
Once a year, on the last Saturday
in April, Rotarians all over the world
participate in a hands-on project that all
members and their families can participate
in to help their local community.
This year, the Jacksonville-
Applegate Rotary Club worked to
enhance the walkway at the Britt
Gardens by planting trees, bushes and
shrubs, and pulling weeds. After the
work was completed, Donna Briggs,
Executive Director of Britt Festivals,
showed club members the new location
for their popcorn booth. Members sell
popcorn throughout the festival season
to raise money for community projects
and scholarships.
its confluence with Cantrall Creek. The
bridge was needed as the high stream
runoff this spring had overtopped
the culverts previously placed where
Norling Trail crosses Jackson Creek.
The design was provided by the city
Parks Department,
with the bridge
planking, bridge
beams, and
abutments recycled
from other projects.
The location was
very challenging,
as the abutments
were right on top
of piles of big rocks
piled up by the
hydraulic water
cannons used by
gold miners 100
years ago. Some of
the rocks moved
weighed over 250
pounds. The two,
heavy, 18-foot
bridge beams and
all other materials
were carried and
dragged down
a hillside to the
bridge site by
Skyler and his
hard working
crew of fellow
scouts. Those
beams weighed
350 pounds each and the scouts devised
Creek, and in place on the abutments.
In addition to a new and dryer stream
crossing, the bridge is fifteen feet below
a small concrete dam built in the 1930s
as a source of Jacksonville water supply,
built as the start of the wooden water
pipeline that went all the way to the city.
These projects are the third and fourth
Forest Park. The city Parks Department
and the Forest Park Volunteers take great
pride in providing these challenging
project opportunities for Eagle Scouts.
They very much appreciate the scouts
contributions to the Forest Park.
Past Rotarians at Work Day projects
have included building the chicken coop
at Hanley Farm, repainting the Beekman
House and bank as well as the Catholic
Rectory, repairing the fence at the
Beekman House, installing the handicap
ramp at the Jacksonville Community
Center, and picking up trash along
Highway 238.
The Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary
Club meets at Bella Union Restaurant on
Thursday mornings from 7:00-8:00am.
If youd like to attend as a guest, please
contact Peggy Carlaw at 805-801-3882 or
pcarlaw@gmail.com. And please stop by
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 Cub Scouts Launch Weather Balloon
On Sunday, April 23, Jacksonville
Cub Scout Pack 17 held their 3rd-annual
Ted Hubbert Memorial rocket launch.
Attendees included special guest Mark
Manchester, of the Crater Lake Council
and Paula
Kersch, District
Executive, Boy
Scouts from
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Natalya Miller and
Eileen M.K. Bobek
Bookstore to Open Soon!
In the first week of July, a new bookstore called, Rebel
Heart Books, will open at 157 W. California Street in the
historic 1859 Martin & Zigler Blacksmith Shop building. The
Review caught up with co-owners Eileen M.K. Bobek and Natalya Miller to learn
more about this exciting new venture. Bobek, a 15-year resident of the Rogue Valley is
a writer and a physician; Miller is also a physician whos lived here for 6 years.
In our digital-everything world, one might ask, Why open a bookstore? Eileen
responds to the frequently-asked question philosophically, offering, Brick and
mortar bookstores are as important now as they ever were. A bookstore and books
in general have been described as sanctuaries, places of refuge, ports in the storm, as
both magical and comforting portals to other worlds, safe ways to explore ideas and
cultures different from our own, ways to create and anchor communities... and the list
goes on. These ideas are not new or original but theyre no less true.
A favorite quote from American essayist Barry Lopez sums up Eileen and
Natalyas philosophy: The stories people tell have a way of taking care of them. If stories
come to you, care for them. And learn to give them away where they are needed. Sometimes
a person needs a story more than food to stay alive. That is why we put these stories in each
others memory. This is how people care for themselves.
Eileen notes that, In our travels, we have found booksellers to be remarkable and
generous people who want nothing more than to see another bookstore open and be
successful. Jane Almquist from Treehouse Books and Sheila Burns from Bloomsbury
Books in Ashland have been invaluable mentors and advocates in our process.
As avid readers, both women bring their talents to the store. Im an avid reader
and a writer, focusing primarily on essays, says Eileen. Natalya says, Im passionate
about bringing the physical space of the building back to life, and managing the
logistical aspects of the property restoration and maintenance. This is a passion
projectwe both value books and lifelong learning and want to create something
truly special that will enhance Jacksonville.
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In choosing where to open, Eileen says, Wed been talking about opening a
bookstore, specifically in Jacksonville, for a number of years. Jacksonville has a rich
history and weve both spent a lot of time here. The citizens are very invested in their
town something we were able to witness firsthand over months of attending local
meetings and talking to shop owners.
The business partners had looked at a couple of buildings that werent quite right,
and ideally envisioned the bookstore on California Street. Luckily, Natalya says,
the opportunity to make that happen arose this past February when we purchased
the building. We have Jacksonville local Cheryl Rose, and Jill Hamilton and Sally Bell
at Windermere real estate to thank for that.
When asked about their reception so far, Eileen happily reports, Weve
experienced nothing but support from the local community. Linda Graham
from Scheffels Toys has graciously shared the names of book reps and
sideline vendors. Weve also received advice from Jo Parker and Ronit Gibb
from WillowCreek, Steve Abandonato from Pot Rack, Sandi Whittle from La
Boheme, Marge Wall from Country Quilts & Gifts and Patti Kirsch from The
Cheesemongers Wife, to name just a few.
Of course, they add, the bookstore would not be possible without the support of
their spouses, Miroslav Bobek and Matthew Miller and their respective children.
Natalyas father, Fred Shannon, has been their right hand man and was essential in
reinvigorating the building. They also benefitted greatly from the interior and space
design expertise of Carmen Whitlock and Nora LaBrocca.
If youre wondering about the name, Rebel Heart Books, Eileen explains, We
thought a lot about what to call it, came up with many names, and thought about
the pioneering spirit of the town. We wanted it to represent the idea that every
person has a bit of a rebel in themsomeone who wants to do something different
or unexpected or against the norm, something that requires taking a leap of faith,
something that requires acting on a particular truth and hoping by doing so it will
have a lasting impact. Thats where the store mantra comes from, Be brave, Be true,
Leave your mark. My younger brother, Daniel, is an artist and he created the logo,
utilizing the idea that arrows represent a certain force, velocity and direction toward
something. As the archer, you have to have a certain amount of strength to pull that
arrow toward your heart before releasing it into the world.
When open, the shop will carry new general, nonfiction and fiction, hardcover and
trade paperbacks with a small section of childrens and young adult books. Because
the space is small (625 sq. ft.), we cant represent every category. We plan on keeping
a list of requested titles so we can evaluate gaps in the stores inventory and adjust for
categories that dont seem to be working, Natalya says.
In addition, customers will be able to order books that are not in stock and
depending on the day and time of the request, ordered books should arrive within 1-2
business days. Eileen adds, Well offer some bestsellers but there is so much out there
that we also want to put books in peoples hands that they might not otherwise see or
hear about. And, we plan on having a small selection of periodicals.
In addition, Bobek and Miller are exploring the possibility with local bookseller
Andrew Lennert of having a small, curated section of used and rare books, but will
not otherwise sell or buy used books. With limited space, they plan to feature one local
author every 2 months.
Along with books, Rebel Heart Books will carry gift items specific to and driven by
books and quotes. We love the power of words and a good quote, so the stores sidelines
will reflect that but the store is first and foremost a bookstore, concludes Eileen.
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 State of the Art Presence Art Center
by Hannah West, Southern Oregon Artists Resource
Summer, At Last!This winter has
seemed especially long with all the rain
thats come down. Now that were all
getting outside again, why not come to
Art Presence Art Centers gallery to view
and consider a
variety of lovely
summer-themed
artworks created
by Art Presence
member artists?
The show opens on
Friday, June 2 and
continues through
Sunday, July 30.
Meet the artists at
our reception on
Saturday, June 3
from 1:00-3:00pm.
This months
reception features Bird with Nest, watercolor by Anne Brooke The workshop
wine tasting by
Cliff Creek Winery, an author reading,
refreshments, and live music by Minstrel
Streams. Arrive a bit before 1:00pm to
hear Ashland author Sharon Mehdi read
from her book, A Curious Quest for
Absolute Truth.
Art Presence Offsite Exhibits
This month, Tom Ommens show of
photography continues at the Medford
Library. At Pioneer Village, Anne
Brookes exhibit of watercolor paintings
is on display through the end of June.
Beginning this month, Charlotte Wirfs
exhibits her beautiful textile art in the
Naversen Room at the Jacksonville
Library in a show that will be on display
through August.
Whats Happening Upstairs?
June 16-18: Pocket Sketching
Workshop: Learn Enough to Play for a
Lifetime! We are SO excited about Kath
Macauleys three-day Pocket Sketching
workshop, the first art workshop to be
offered in our upstairs classroom! This
program will make creating art more
Hannah West is a Jacksonville website designer and art advocate. She
is the creator and editor of the Southern Oregon Artists Resource (www.
soartists.com), serves on the board of Art Presence Art Center, is a core
founding member of the Arts Alliance of Southern Oregon and curates the
monthly art exhibits at GoodBean cafe. See some of her art and web design
work at www.hannahwestdesign.com.
June AAUW Garden Tour is a "West Side Story"
The 9th-Annual Medford AAUW
Garden Tour is Saturday, June 10,
from 10:00am to 4:00pm. This years
tour features two Jacksonville gardens,
along with four other diverse landscapes,
chosen to provide you with lots of ideas
and inspiration for your own garden
spaces. The 2017 tour theme is West Side
Story because all six gardens, as well
as Caprice Vineyards, where wine and
food from the Buttercloud
Bakery food truck will be
available for purchase, are
located on the west side
of the valley.
In Jacksonville, enjoy
a lovely and carefully-
planned garden on Laurel
Lane. Each plant in this
small space has been
thoughtfully chosen for
color and texture and
placed where each can
best thrive as they provide color and
interest throughout the seasons. When
combined with the garden art and
fencing, the result has a secret garden
feel. At the second Jacksonville property
on Singler Lane, the owner has created
the look of an English country garden
with swathes of colorful perennials and
massed hanging baskets of bright, shade-
loving annuals. The backyard focuses on
pollinator-friendly plants.
Two more gardens are located in
Central Point. The garden on Old Stage
Road includes fountains and waterfalls
found along the meandering walkways of
this charming and well-planned garden
that invites peaceful contemplation. Glass
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our website, https://art-presence.org.
Summer Pleasures
XXIX
Voted
artist Randy Perkins is providing his art
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for special interest in this garden for the Live Music
day. In contrast, the second Central Point
location is a tropical oasis, complete with
Southern Oregon THE B ELLA S 29TH
palm tree, waterfall, and pool. Enjoy a
happy little paradise with a profusion of
Magazine, 2017
ANNIVERSARY PARTY
pots and artistic touches. THURSDAY, JUNE 8
On McKenzie Drive in Medford, We will be doing a Walkabout Tap Takeover
the home of a landscape designer,
a delightful space demonstrates
to celebrate Medford Beer Week,
the application of along with celebrating at the Bella with
sustainability complimentary appetizers, champagne cake!
principles to achieve a
low-water-usage garden Food & Drink Specials
that includes food crops. Live Music by Pete Herzog
Also in Medford on
Coleman Creek Road is
this years hospitality
garden where ticket
THE BELLA PATIO
holders may enjoy
refreshments during the
IS OFFICIALLY OPEN
days tour. Listed on
the National Register
FOR SUMMER!
of Historic Places, this enchanted estate Lunch Monday through Bella After Britt
is home to a 100-year-old oak as well Live music on Thursdays,
as formal gardens filled with fanciful Saturday Sunday Brunch
Fridays and Saturdays.
creatures and sculptures. Special Bella After Britt menu
Tickets are $20 (free for children under Dinner & Cocktails Nightly
on every Britt night
12) and may be purchased beginning at
any Grange Co-op location, Blue Door 170 W. California St. Ciao Bella Picnic Box Menu
Garden Store in Jacksonville, Caprice Jacksonville Great for Britt concerts, or any summer
Vineyards in Central Point, Penny and activity - Check the Bella website for details
Lulu Studio Florist in Medford, or at any bellau.com
of the gardens on the day of the tour. No
541/899-1770
ticket is necessary at Caprice Vineyards.
All proceeds from the tour fund
educational and leadership opportunities
for local women and girls. For further
information and garden addresses, please visit
http://Medford-or.aauw.net.
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 News From Britt Hill
Turn back time...
Our motto at Pioneer Village is to experience the past, live
by Donna Briggs, Britt President & CEO

New Reserved Seating Taking Shape

for the future. The many services and amenities of Pioneer on Britt Hill
Village Independent & Assisted Living let you enjoy a

T
simpler way of life where you live the life you want to he time has come. As you might
live, while we take care of the rest. know, the existing benches on Britt
Hill provide seating for 662 and
were installed in 1987. Today, they are in a
state of severe deterioration due to weather
and time, including eleven benches that
had to be repaired and held together with
duct tape to get us through the 2016 season.
Based on past demand for reserved
seating and with an aging population,
fewer patrons are willing to sit on the
lawn which accommodates 1,538 patrons,
and often demand for reserved seating
outstrips supply by nearly double for a
single event. In the fall of 2017, we are
replacing the dilapidated bench seats and
adding approximately 330 reserved seats
for an aggregate of close to 1,000, while
keeping the total venue capacity the
same at 2,200. The beauty of the design
is that it will have almost no impact on
the current lawn seating because the bulk
of the new seating will be constructed
stage left, over the gully next to the fence
Share the line. The construction will also include the
experience... installation of new lighting, concrete stairs,
aisles and landings as well as extensive
Schedule your landscaping. The redistribution of seating,
complimentary together with the other upgrades, will lead
to a better and safer volunteer, patron, staff
meal & personal and artist experience.
tour today! The Board and staff are highly committed
to this project and have driven the
planning process through their enthusiasm
and practical analysis of community
engagement, renovation costs, aesthetics,
and quality control. Needless to say, we all
realize the importance of maintaining the
Britt Experience and Britts relevance to the
economic vitality of Jacksonville and the
region through this project.
Important capital improvement projects
are marathons and require broad-based
support. The budget for this construction
project is $1,057,000. We already have
$500,000 in commitments, and that leaves a
lot more money to be raised. At the heart of
the campaign is our new seat sponsorship
program. When you sponsor a new seat,
we will attach a highly-visible plaque with
inscription of your choice to the backrest
of one these new seats for a full decade.
To ensure the most opportunity for all, we
are offering five price-points to tailor fit
your level of sponsorship. Please see the
commitment form in our ad on the next
page of this issue of the Jacksonville Review.
Kindly consider joining me and the
Britt Board by investing in our future. We
believe that by sponsoring a seat, or seats,
you will help preserve the community
spirit found at every performance on Britt
Hill for many decades to come.
Comments or questions for Britt Festivals?
Email Donna at ed@brittfest.org. Visit Britt
Festivals at www.brittfest.org. See ad next page.

INDEPENDENT & ASSISTED LIVING Britts 2017 Poster Unveiled

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posters at unveiling.
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Built in 2000, the home features oak floors,
propane FP in family room, 9 ft ceilings, office
with built-ins and roomy open floor plan. Island
kitchen with ss appliances, propane gas cook-
top, tile, large breakfast nook and eating bar and Britt Festivals unveiled its 2017 Fine Arts Poster on Thursday, May 4 at the Britt Pavilion
built-in computer station. Formal dining room, in Jacksonville. This years work is a mixed media piece by Jacksonville artist Jamie
laundry room, large bonus room with hardwood McPartland. The poster is the 33rd in a series celebrating Britt through the visual arts.
flooring and lots of storage throughout the home.
Large master with beautiful views, soaking tub,
The piece, titled Arcadian Triptych, features a guitarist performing for a young
walk-in closet, double vanity and separate shower. girl and a couple, surrounded by decorative visual elements that relate to the Britt
Gorgeous views from the covered back deck, room Experience. Jamie McPartland is a part-time Jacksonville resident who also lives
for RV parking w/electrical hook-up, 3 car garage, in France and New York City. As well as being an artist, she is a writer, editing and
manicured landscaping, deer fencing and gate,
in-ground sprinkler system, TID irrigation, cable teaching for her vocation. She earned a BA in studio art and an MFA in writing. As a
available and quiet, country location! regular fan of Britt concerts, she decided to apply for the Fine Art Poster last year, and
was one of three finalists selected from ten nominees.
$549,900
The 2017 Britt Fine Arts Poster is generously sponsored by Wells Fargo.

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Breathtaking views of the Vineyards, Mountains
and City lights from this stunning Contemporary
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Chefs kitchen w/large island, Eurostone &
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In its continuing mission of supporting programs at Jacksonville Elementary School,

the Jacksonville Lions Club was on-hand to present spelling bee achievement awards
and certificates to participating students during a school-wide assembly on April 27.
At an April 7 Division 1 District Competition, Adia Swenson and Seth Hungerford
represented Jacksonville Elementary. Adia won that round and moved on to
Regionals at Southern Oregon University on April 29, where she placed 2nd, only
losing by one point! Earlier, Haley Brown represented Jacksonville Elementary at the
Division 2 District Competition at Hedrick Middle school on March 16.
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JACKSONVILLE REVIEW JUNE 2017 9
 th
Behind the Scenes
520 N. 5 St. by Robin Downward, Artistic Director
Calvary Church Randall Theatre Company
Jacksonville
How Much Does Theater Cost?
10 E. 3rd St.

S
Medford ometimes I am approached by a listed is just a small part of what needs to
patron who wants to know what be paid for over a full years time.
the Randall Theatre does with all Ticket sales make up only 60% of
the money it makes. Before answering, what it takes to keep a theater company
I take a moment to swallow the chuckle running. Private and business donors,
that wants to leap from my mouth, then I sponsorship and memberships make up
tell them the truth. As much money that the other 40%. Of course, we could raise
comes in from theatrical productions, our prices to the point where donors
it actually costs more to keep the doors are no longer needed, but then that 40%
open. For example, $50 pays for 8 hours shortfall would need to be made up by
of electricity, $100 pays for an average our patrons. Theater patrons do not like
J
acksonvi
lle of 3-4 costumes, $250 pays for batteries
for wireless mics, $318 pays for royalties
high ticket priceswho does, really?
So, where does that leave us? We do the
for one night of a musical performance, best we can to produce quality theater at
$500 pays for props for a musical, $1,000 a price everyone can afford. We look to
Neil Simon's Smash Comedy Hit pays for the stage set of a Main Stage
production, $1,500 pays the royalties
local arts patrons, businesses and grants
to fill the gap that ticket sales do not
for one main stage play, $2,016 pays for cover. It is always difficult to keep the
phone and internet for one year, $3,450 Randall going. That said, we have done
pays rent for one month, $3,500 pays a pretty good job of doing so, I'd say! We
for royalties and music rental for one remain open because you, our patrons
main stage musical. All in all, a Randall have seen value in what we do. You
musical production can end up costing understand the importance of supporting
around $12,000 when all is said and done. the arts. Without the arts, we would be
Take all of the costs and multiply that by voiceless automatons, simply watching
eight productions in a year and you start the news on TV. The news is fine, but
to see the reality of what it costs to keep a isn't fantasy much more fun?
small community theater going. What is

Marshall on Music
by Marshall Thompson

Live Music is Alive & Well

N
o question about itlive wild and unpredictable ballads and
rd th music is alive and well in blues at TJ Elton's pro showcase/open
June 23 July 9 Jacksonville. The local venues
can be sorted into three categories:
mic at JVILLE TAVERN. Sometimes the
best musicians around will show up
Randall Theatre Jacksonville Wineries, Restaurants, and Bars, which
somehow sound like the words to a song
for a great time playing with TJ. Check
the winery, restaurant and bar websites
that I'd like to immediately copyright. and Facebook pages to find specific
As for wineries with music in the JVille information about performers, dates, and
area, there's DANCIN VINEYARDS, times. The Jacksonville Reviews Facebook
SOUTH STAGE CELLARS, RED page has a very good event calendar, too.
LILY VINEYARDS, AND SCHMIDT As an avid performer and listener myself,
FAMILY VINEYARDS. When it comes I'd like to put the spotlight in this edition
to Jacksonville restaurants featuring on one particular group...The Brothers
live music, look to the iconic BELLA Reed. I've heard them play at SOUTH
UNION in the heart of downtown. You STAGE CELLARS, and shared a gig with
can also find a special brand of music them in Brookings last St. Patrick's Day.
on the fourth Friday of most every They are a brilliantly original acoustic
month at PONY ESPRESSO when they duo playing music that will make you
host the Southern Oregon Song Writers want to dance, sing, or do something
Association. Some players are well different from what you've been doing.
seasoned. Others are just trying out They have several albums and lots of
new songs. Its all original material, and followers. If you haven't heard them, do
very entertaining...most audibly from so before they leave town on a national
the street, there are two authentically, tour. They're scheduled to play the BELLA
old western bars in downtown UNION on June 22 and other dates at the
BOOMTOWN SALOON, and JVILLE aforementioned local establishments. And,
TAVERN. Both feature live music on stop by SOUTH STAGE CELLARS, June
most weekends. Get down rock n roll 2, 6:00-8:00pm, to hear me, Marshall Stack,
is what I've heard playing at the bars. playing an acoustic mix of country songs
But, on Tuesday evenings, you'll find and classic folk ballads.

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 The Unfettered Critic
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hakespeare, we believe, was
thinking of us, your humble
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prophetic lines: Rough winds do shake the
darling buds of May, And summers lease
hath all too short a date.
With May hard upon us, and the
submission deadline for this June column about the death of a homeless veteran,
nigh, Wills rough winds shook plumes
of pollen, yellow and deadly, toward
our quivering nostrils. Thus started the
sniffles. Which
metamorphosed, Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes.
mysteriously, into Photo courtesy of BBC.
full-blown coughs,
snorts, and ah-
chooooos.
Wed planned
on taking in a
play. Or a couple
of movies. And to
review them with
shrewd judgment
and penetrating wit. Instead, we found
ourselves at home, deep within the throes racehorse, and youve found the perfect
of that dreaded affliction: a pre-summer
cold. Times two.
What was a desperate pair of critics to
do? WhyMake It A Virtue, of course.
And so we considered home
entertainment. Sure enough, there before
us, precariously balanced near the edge
of the TV stand, waited a stack of DVDs.
Wed vowed to file them away, but wed
procrastinated. Now they represented the make you feel good?
answer to our dilemma: a tasty repast of
favorite films and television productions,
quality entertainment that we could
recommend to loyal readerswithout
the risk of sharing our malady.
So with no further ado, please
allow us to provide a select list of cold
comfort: our prescription for viewing
entertainment that we hope you will find
as therapeutic as we have:
Sherlock: BBC Televisions modern
re-imagining of the adventures of Arthur
Conan Doyles famous detective features
some of the cleverest dialogue and
sharpest acting to be found on the small
screen. The show is so popular that it has
transformed leads Benedict Cumberbatch fight scenes. We were lucky enough to
and Martin Freeman into much-in-
demand international superstars
making the prospect of a fifth season
rather dicey because theyre so busy. Care battle-scarred veterans of life within the
to sample an episode? A Study in Pink,
the series debut, will reveal everything
you need to know about the show.
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far above partisan polemics. Check out
In Excelsis Deo for a very human tale
or Two Cathedrals for Martin Sheens
searing portrayal of the President dealing
with his own vulnerability and the loss of Custom Home Near
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 Stories & Songs about Pioneer Profiles:
Pioneer Laughter
featuring folksinger and historian
David Gordon
Sunday, June 4
th
2pm
& 3:30
pm
Naversen Room
Jacksonville Library
Admission, $5
Reservations at 541-245-3650
or info@historicjacksonville.org Early Jacksonville Saloons
Last performances of Historic Jacksonvilles
2017 Pioneer History in Story & Song series! In the mid-1800s, the promise of gold and free land lured fortune seekers and settlers to the
newly-formed Oregon Territory. They were soon followed by merchants who amassed their
own wealth selling supplies to the miners and farmers. This ongoing series shares the stories of
these pioneers and their times.
S
aloons and the spirits who
linger there will be a recurring
theme in Historic Jacksonvilles
Haunted History Walking Tours this
summer. Therefore, stories of beer,
whiskey, and early Jacksonville saloons
Quilting, Displays, seem an appropriate subject for our
Embroidery, Demonstrations, June Pioneer Profiles.
Gold rush Jacksonville reputedly
Woodcarving, House Tours, had as many as 36 saloons when
Spinning, Quilt Raffle, entrepreneurs as well as miners arrived
Weaving and More! in Jacksonville following James Clugages
and James Pooles discovery of gold in
12 noon to 4 pm the winter of 1851-52.
Less than two months after they
publicized their
Daisy Creek gold
470 E. California Street, Jacksonville claim, Appler &
Tour presentations of Beekman hobbies, collections, and crafts. Kenney, packers
$5,adults; $3 seniors/students. Free lawn activities. from Yreka,
had opened a
541-245-3650 or info@historicjacksonville.org tent trading
post catering to
the eruption
of miners that
rushed to the
Rogue Valley. By
summer, over
Time Travel to 1932 Jacksonville! 3,000 prospectors
were claiming
Depression era miners are digging up the and excavating
streets. Hobos are hoping for hand outs. every creek bed in
Ben and Carrie Beekman are closing up their the region.
1873 Jacksonville home, going through family Appler &
belongings, commenting on current affairs, Kenneys bazaar was located
and sharing memories of 19th Century life. approximately where Scheffels Toys
Experience 1932 Jacksonville as you meet now stands at the corner of California
and interact with the Beekmans, family and Oregon streets. It maintained
members, and friends! a minimal stock of tools, clothing
and tobacco, and a liberal supply of
Saturday, June 24th whiskey, per A.G. Wallings History
12 noon, 1:30, and 3:00 pm of Southern Oregonnot royal
$8, adults; $5, seniors/students nectar, perhaps, but nevertheless the
solace of the miner in heat and cold, in
C.C. Beekman House Museum prosperity or in adversity.
470 E. California Street, Jacksonville, OR 97530 W.W. Fowler constructed the
541-245-3650 or info@historicjacksonville.org communitys first building near the head
of Main, the only street in the embryo
city. It was a canvas-topped log house,
probably a store or saloon. Mining
camps tended to last only as long as the
June 2nd & July 7th promise of gold, so its unlikely Fowler
would have invested that kind of money
in a place to live.
7 00, 7 15, According to Walling, Saloons [soon]
multiplied beyond necessity; monte and
7 30 & 7 45 pm faro games were in full blast, and the
strains of music lured the honest miner
1-hour walk leaves from and led his feet into many a dangerous
corner of Oregon & C streets. place, where he and his money were
A different tour each month! soon parted. By March of 1852, Millers
& Wills round tent was the miners
Jacksonville destination of choice on any Sunday,
their day of rest. The tent was a
Haunted History Tou rs combination of saloon and gambling hall.
Monte was the principal game dealt. It
These are not your ordinary "ghost tours" but are history was easily understood and patronized by
seventy-five percent of the population.
tours about real hauntings resulting from past events!
With the influx of miners, a marked
change also took place in the social
Tours limited to 15 people - $5 per person
structure as gamblers, courtesans, and
Reservations at 541-245-3650 or con men of every kind followedthe
info@historicjacksonville.org class that struck prosperous mining
camps like a blight. Their favorite
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by Carolyn Kingsnorth
place of activity was one of the most
notorious landmarks in the early mining
communitythe El Dorado Saloon. By
late spring or summer, this wooden
structure occupied the current site of the
Masonic Hall at the corner of California
and Oregon streets. It fronted on Oregon
and extended 100 feet along California
Street. Stories of murders, prostitution,
gambling, theft, and the like surround the
El Dorado until its demise by fire in 1874.
Flanking the El Dorado was a
conglomeration of frame shops, sheds,
and outbuildings including an express
office, a cigar and tobacco shop, a barber
shop, a house
of unidentified
use, and a bakery.
As early as the
mid-1850s, the
Table Rock Bakery,
located in a small
wooden frame
structure, not only
sold baked goods
but also provided
space for a butcher
shop, groceries,
and supplies. In
1860, Herman von
Helms and John
Wintjen razed
their old wooden
building and
constructed the brick Table Rock Saloon.
The saloon was also Jacksonvilles first
museum. Von Helms collected fossils and
oddities to attract a clientele that stayed
for his lager. For many years the saloon
functioned as an informal social and
political headquarters, home to business
deals, court decisions, and even trials. It
still serves social, political, and business
gatherings as the GoodBean coffee shop.
Across Oregon where the Orth
Building now stands, were at least
two more saloons. The Palmetto
Bowling Saloon was in operation
no later than 1853, providing weary
prospectors with a lively combination
of recreation and relaxation. It was
sold in November of that year along
with its assemblage of mirrors, tables,
benches, lamps, decanters, and stove
and renamed the New England Bowling
Saloon. Neighboring it was the two-
story Classical Revival-style Holman
House, later renamed the Beard House.
Supposedly built in 1852, it also housed
the original Eagle Brewery, later renamed
the City Brewery and operated by Viet
Schutz, one of the many German-speaking
settlers. Its mentioned as early as March
of 1852. Lodged somewhere in the midst
of this high spirited atmosphere was an
old hospital building and physicians
and surgeons office. Given that most
medicines of the time tended to have
high concentrations of alcohol, opium, or
cocaine, they should have fit right in.
When John Orth razed all of these
properties in 1872 to make way for his
modern two-story brick building, the
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 Focus on Hanley Farm
by Pam Sasseen, Volunteer
W
elcome to Hanley Farm! Up
to and including the month
of December, the farm hosts a
new event every month!
We began our season April 29 & 30
with the annual Heritage Plant Sale.
Hundreds of visitors attended, many
lining up before the gates opened, to
have the opportunity to choose from over Holiday Open House in December!
50 varieties of shrubs, perennials, herbs,
heritage tomatoes, old-fashioned lilacs,
daylilies, and much more, to
take home and to add a bit
of history to their landscape.
Plus, there was more to
enjoy, including childrens
kite-making, food, and
miniature Faery Gardens.
Children of all ages
enjoyed living like their
ancestors at the Childrens
Heritage Fair, held at the
farm on May 20. Across
the farm, there were
interactive heritage-themed
demonstrations, butter Michael Hanley
churning, spinning and
weaving, wheat grinding, sack races, and
of course, more!
On July 8 & 9, the Cascade Civil War
Society will team-up with the Southern Hanleys legacy is preserved in the historic
Oregon Historical Society to present
Living History Days at Hanley Farm.
This unique day features old-fashioned
crafts, costumed docents sharing stories
of the Civil War, re-enactments, and
plenty of other activities. This two-day
event is something you definitely will
not want to miss!
And, on August 5, the Southern
Oregon Historical Society presents
the debut of the Hanley Farm Music
Festival, from noon to 8:00pm. Tickets
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 Mckee Bridge Grand Centennial Celebration!
On Saturday, June 10, 2017, from
11:00am-3:00pm, the McKee Bridge
Historical Society will host a Grand
Centennial
Celebration on the
bridge and in the
park with a variety of
activities and events.
After two years of not
having the traditional
McKee Bridge Day
110 Hangman Way, Jacksonville due to restoration
Come home to comfort, quality & style. work and an aging
committee, we are
pleased to offer a
special celebration of
the bridge this year
on the one-hundredth anniversary of the
construction of the bridge.
The day is filled with great
entertainment, food and fun!
11:00am-1:00pm: Old Time Fiddlers
1:00-2:00pm: Cowboy poet and
balladeer Butch Martin, and singer/
Inside, outside, upstairs, downstairs, everything will songwriter Christina Lynn Martin
please you! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home was renovated perform original works relating to
beginning in 2004. Today youll find a contemporary, Craftsman- the bridge and the early mining era
style home with dual zone heating, 3 fireplaces, a formal living 2:00-3:00pm: Cowboy hillbilly poet
room, formal dining room, hand-cut madrone hardwood floors, Merle Ming will hit the stage and fill
an upstairs family room & a large kitchen with granite counters in the blank spaces with local wit.
& cozy eat-in nook. Spoil yourself in the luxurious master suite Plus, the Stray Cats Car Club will
with fireplace, balcony & master bath complete with jetted tub, show classic cars of the period; the local
shower, double vanity, walk-in closet & separate WC. A back Porsche club will end their poker run
staircase leads down to the laundry room off the kitchen, so there; the local antique engine club will
midnight snacks are close by. Outside the dining room youll find have a variety of old engines on display;
a private stone patio with a water feature. Out the back is a larger
paver patio & a 456sf unfinished room. Use your imagination as News from the Friends of Jacksonville's
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Historic Cemetery
Dale Verger by Dirk J. Siedlecki, President FOJHC
Broker, ABR, CRS June Cemetery Events and Activities
Licensed in Oregon History Saturday, June 10, 10:00am
Plan on joining us for History Saturday
(541) 482-3786 office in the Cemetery on June 10, when our
(541) 944-6707 cell/VM 375 Lithia Way, Ashland, OR 97520 program will be on what travel by stage
coach might have been like, as presented
dverger@windermere.com (541) 482-3786
by Joan Hess and Vivienne Grant.
The program begins at 10:00am and is
approximately 90 minutes long. Meet
your Docents at the top of the Cemetery
Road where you will find parking
available. There is no charge and advance
reservations are not required. We do
accept donations in support of our work
in Jacksonville's Pioneer Cemetery. We
suggest wearing comfortable walking
shoes, sunscreen, and a hat.
Tuesday Evening Stroll, June 13,
6:30pmJoin our Docents, Dee Reynar,
Ellen Martin and Gail Nicholson as they
take you on a Tuesday Evening Stroll
through the City Section of the Cemetery
Want to become more involved in YOUR city? on June 13. The stroll begins at 6:30pm
and will conclude by 8:00pm. Meet your
The following committees and commissions are Docents at the top of the Cemetery Road
available for you to serve on and are open until filled. where you will find parking available.
There is no charge for the tour and no
large select group of artists and vendors
will have items for viewing and for sale;
unique raffle items, featuring themed
baskets (available
to view at the Ruch
Library during May);
some very nice silent
auction choices with
values up to $200;
and also a standard
50/50 raffle. Theres
something for
everyone!
In addition to
Applegate Lions
tri-tip sandwiches
and some tasty side
dishes, there will be a bake sale and root
beer floats available. If thats not enough,
wander over to the bridge and take in
the historical displays, or get your very
own McKee Bridge Centennial t-shirt and
other items at the traveling museum. And
be sure to see the McKee Bridge quilt that
depicts the history of the area.
In commemoration of the centennial,
consider dressing fittingly for 100 years
ago, with prizes awarded during the
event for those dressed-up in period
clothing. Hope to see you there and we
appreciate your continued support of the
historical society!
For more, please contact Paul
Tipton, President at 541-846-7501, or
mckeebridge1917@gmail.com.
advance reservations are required. We do
appreciate donations which help support
our restoration and preservation work
in Jacksonville's Pioneer Cemetery. Wear
comfortable walking shoes and perhaps
sunscreen and a hat.
Marker Cleaning Workshop, June 17,
9:00amThis is a fun and interesting
volunteer project helping to clean our
Cemetery headstones and monuments of
accumulated dirt, moss, lichen and other
plant growth. Meet at the Sexton's Tool
House, inside the traffic circle at the top
of the Cemetery Road, to pick up your
tools, supplies and directions as to where
we will be working. Dress for the project
as you may get a little wet and dirt
splatter. You may want to bring along
a stool to sit on, a hat and sunscreen.
We normally work until 12 noon but
whatever time you can spare will be
greatly appreciated.
Visit our website for complete
details on these events as well as all
our scheduled Cemetery Events and
Activities at www.friendsjvillecemetery.org.

HARCHistoric Commission
Parks, Recreation, and Visitor Services Committee

Development Code Revision

If you are interested in participating in the Development
Code update process, applications for the new Citizen
Advisory Committee are available at City Hall and the
Planning Department. Applications are also available
on the City website (jacksonvilleor.us). There is no
established deadline for returning applications at this
point. We will provide an update once there is a deadline.
We look forward to further discussions regarding the
code, and ensuring that we have the best possible Mayors 4th of July Picnic is Planned
code to ensure a vibrant future for Jacksonville.
The entire community is invited to join Mayor Paul Becker in a July 4th
celebration on the Courthouse lawn. The festivities will take place from noon-
Completed applications should be turned in to the City 3:00pm. As in years past, plenty of seating and tables will be provided and
the city will be serving complimentary hot dogs, water, chips, etc. Families
Recorder at 206 N. 5th Street, Bldg A. or by email to are encourage to bring other picnic foods of their liking and enjoy music and
recorder@jacksonvilleor.us. community comradery!

14 JUNE 2017 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW

 A Few Minutes with the Mayor
by Paul Becker
From New York to Hollywood
to Happiness
L Coc bann
ast month, we ran a film called
Saturdays Children at Old City
Hall. Its a story about people
living in tenements people like my
own family.
In buildings like this, there were no
elevators, so the higher the floor on
which you lived, the cheaper the rent.
Ours was a five-story building and the
rent was $30 a month. Around the corner,
on 79th Street, where they had fourteen
story apartment buildings with elevators
(and doormen to call cabs for their
tenants), the rent was higher as you went
up. Much higher! $100 and up!
The Warner Brothers studio in
Hollywood was famous for producing
films where the action took place in
tenements in New York. Virtually every
Jimmy Cagney, Humphrey Bogart and
George Raft gangster film was set in New
York. Evidently, if you wanted to be a
big shot crook, you had to be in New
York and in a tenement. If you werent
a crook, but just poor, then you were
exhausted and worn out with no chance
for happiness. Forget smiling in these
films no one in tenements ever smiled.
You might just as well check out of this
world and end it all. This was a recurring
theme in most films.
Stories like these were made for liberal
writers and politicians to become ardent
supporters of social change. In their way
of thinking, poverty always bred crime
and if you were poor and living in a
tenement, your children would grow
up to become criminals. Though this
nonsense was endemic in Hollywood
scripts, it made for some of the greatest
gangster films ever produced.
Every once in a while, some writer
would recognize there were other factors
at work that actually facilitated the
growth of crime factors such as lack
of family or lack of spiritual belief with
its values. When that happened, they
would trot in a priest, usually played
by Pat OBrien, who would plead with
our budding crime figure to change his
ways and seek salvation. This plea was
inevitably rejected, because if it wasnt,
there would have been no movie. From
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d l e
d o o
- a - d !
k e
this point on, the movie tenement
would rock with bad people doing
bad things. This realization of the
importance of family, or a belief in the
Almighty, is rare even today with our
liberal leaders. If you dont believe me
just look at our tax codes.
I grew up in a tenement and with
some tough kids on our street but none
carried a gun, none held up the candy
Roosters Now OutlawedIn response will be setting town hall meetings again
store, and none accosted little old ladies.
to complaints about roosters in the City beginning in January 2018 which gives us
Every morning Id trot down the five
limits, the City Council, at its May 2 the time needed if we do proceed with a levy
flights of stairs, walk the two blocks to
meeting adopted two ordinances, which on the May 2018 ballot.
the subway station and head to school
took effect immediately. The ordinances Fire Protection Fund: The budget
without incident. Unlike the movies,
banned the keeping of roosters in the continues to reflect the $35 surcharge. While
there were no crooks, no crime, and no
City limits and expressly included sustaining the fund it is not building capital
shootings. Why? Every kid had a family
rooters as a non-permitted use under the for the future.
with a father and mother. And most kids
existing City noise ordinance. At its April Street Fund: We will be looking at
went to the Baptist Church, the Catholic
18 meeting, the Council approved new, replacing Public Works fleet vehicles and the
Church, or the Jewish Temple in the
mandatory fines for violation of the noise cost of that will be split between the Street
neighborhood. I wasnt a Catholic, but
ordinance. They range from $100 for a Fund and Water Fund. Water Fund: Per the
I know when those kids got out of line,
first offense to $500 for three or more ordinance in 2014, the base water rate will be
the priests gave them what for.
offenses. Thus, no new roosters may be increased by an additional $1 this year. This
If I wax rhapsodic about this, it is
kept in the City and the noise of those is the last year of the additional $1 increase.
because it is evident that family and
now present may subject their owners to Our Public Works Clerk will be retiring
religion have been under attack for
significant fines. within the next year or two. In preparation
decades, not just in our country, but
2017-2018 City Budget Approved for that we hired a part-time Utility Clerk,
all of western civilization. With the
The Budget Committee unanimously who has been training for that position and
advent of moral relativism, no one is
approved forwarding a 2017-2018 city will be increasing that to a full-time position
ever responsible for their behavior
budget to the City Council for approval in FY 2017-18.
any longer. This is not the Judeo-
at its June 6 meeting. The following SDC Fund: funds have been used for water
Christian way, but it has been both
excerpts are taken from the annual city- lines and water rights; and also will be used
comforting and convenient to dismiss
approved budget message. Find a full for the Main Street parking lot project.
the old beliefs. Instead, the idolatry of
copy of the proposed budget online at Capital Project Fund: This Fund will
materialism seduces too many of us.
www.jacksonvilleor.us. continue to be utilized for ongoing projects
Accruing property and having tons
As required by law, our budget for the that have been designated, such as the
of money brings many things to each of
upcoming fiscal year is balanced and it elevator for the 2nd floor of the courthouse.
us comfort, less stress and worry, and
provides for the basic needs and requirements As you will see with the Urban Renewal
more. It doesnt bring genuine or lasting
of the City. This years preliminary budget tax increment revenue, we are anticipating
happiness. Furthermore, no government
meetings started with review of the financial paying the loan off early, in FY 2018-19.
can bring you happiness. Politicians will
analysis for all departments as well as the three Urban Renewal Fund: The tax increment
promise you this and promise you that.
year projections. Salaries for all personnel are revenues continue to build. We were able to
Liberals in government will say you need
reflected in the budgetPERS rates increase make an additional payment on the Umpqua
this and you need that, and of course
in July 2017and are reflected in the budget. loan for Urban Renewal Projects in FY
theyll give you this and that. What they
Other notable changes are as follows: 2016-17 and will do the same in FY 2017-18,
really are doing is buying your vote.
General Fund: We continue to see an anticipating an early payoff in FY 2018-19.
But they wont give you happiness.
increase in building within the city. Our With ongoing efforts, this years budget
That only comes from inside one
Principal Planner has been approved by continues to reflect how well City staff and
and is strengthened by family, friends,
the Personnel Committee as the Planning Department Heads are doing to manage their
and a relationship with the Almighty.
Director as well as to increase the vacant prospective budgets.
Understanding that, one can be happy,
part-time Planner position to a full-time Once again, we have some funding
even in a tenement.
position. The General fund is in decent shape decisions to make in regards to future
this year; however, we will need to implement funding and have been working diligently
a plan to strengthen its financial condition with the Budget Committee to address these
by partially funding the Police Department. issues over the past year; and will continue
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE The Budget Committee has been evaluating this process in order to keep a sustainable
OFFICE HOURS options and has narrowed funding sources budget for many years.
down to either a tax levy or surcharge. Staff
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Enjoy all of the comforts the good life has to offer in this organizational dream by presenting the to 2013. She could be found at the store
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Bag Lunch Club, but more than 25 years
ago, those two informal groups formed
the genesis for what would become the
Jacksonville Community Center. These
groups originally began discussing
the need for a senior center for simple
activities like meeting to discuss books or
having friendly conversations over lunch.
The idea of a senior center, however,
quickly evolved into a multi-purpose
community center that would serve and
be used by children and adults of all ages.
Under the leadership of community
activist Vi Davis, Jacksonville Seniors,
Inc. was incorporated in 1995, with the
mission to build a community center
and to help and promote the Food and
Friends operation in Jacksonville. After
receiving its 501(c)(3) tax exempt status
in 1997, the Seniors began to solicit
donated items that they would sell at
a Thrift Store. Long-time Senior leader
Donna Schatz recalls, We first operated
our Thrift Store out of the garage next to
the existing community center (Sampson
House). Then we moved into our current
location in the City-owned Brunner
Building in 2003.
During the nearly 20 years, Seniors,
Inc. has operated a Thrift Store in
Jacksonville, hundreds of volunteers
mostly seniorsdonated tens of
thousands of hours sorting, cleaning
and pricing items and staffing the store.
Although Vi Davis credits Anne Allen
with proposing the idea of a community
volunteers spent more than 4000 hours in
operating the Thrift Store, and nearly 5000
customers from 48 states and 40 countries
generated gross sales of $22,560.
In the early 2000s, Vi and the Senior
leadership had the foresight to realize
that operating a Thrift Store was
enough to keep their hands full without
the challenge of raising hundreds of
thousands of additional dollars to
build and then operate a community
center. In 2003, a separate nonprofit,
the Jacksonville Community Center,
was incorporated and received its tax
exempt status to create a multi-purpose
community center for all ages.
In accepting the check on April 25, Rick
Patsche, JCC President said, The real
story is not just the generous $153,200
gift from the Seniors, which is incredible
and unbelievable, but the fact that the
Seniors have been saving for this day
for nearly 20 years. That is dedication,
perseverance and commitment without
which we would not be breaking ground
on May 31. According to Patsche, he met
with numerous foundations that were
impressed that for years the Seniors had
been saving money for a community
center. In almost every instance those
foundations gave us a grant because
the local residents had skin in the
game! says Patsche. Thank you to the
Jacksonville Seniors and to the many
volunteers and community leaders who
have brought us to this day.

JACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER

WED LOVE YOUR HELP!
DONATE to help pay for the final finishing touches!
Send your tax deductible check to:
Jacksonville Community Center
P.O. Box 1435, Jacksonville OR 97530
VOLUNTEER to help with demolition, painting or landscaping
to occur over the next 4-5 months.
Send email to Lori Grable at: lori_grable@yahoo.com
and we will get back to you.
16 JUNE 2017 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW
 On Money & More: Investing and Baseball
by Erich & Matt Patten, Cutler Investment Group
A
s we head into the dog days of
summer, I thought we could
lighten things up in Cutlers
regular column and discuss something
near and dear to my heartbaseball.
More specifically, how being an investor
is just like being a baseball fan. Living
in Seattle, Im partial to spending many
summer evenings watching the Mariners
at Safeco Field (or on the comfort of my
couch). However, since the Mariners
havent made the playoffs since 2001,
there must be other intriguing reasons to
follow the team. As a portfolio manager,
I can find plenty of reasons, because
it turns out baseball can be a perfect
investor guidebook.
Investor Guidebook Chapter 1:
Create a diversified portfolio. Any
good baseball team is made up of
complementary players. A lead-off hitter
should have a high on-base-percentage,
while a clean-up hitter is traditionally
a slugger with homerun power. In an
investment portfolio, different holdings
should also complement each other.
Your bond holdings should have a high
batting average, while perhaps you take
some risks with other portions of your
portfolio. Having an investment portfolio
entirely comprised of homerun hitters
leaves you too exposed to a game where
you do nothing but strike out.
Investor Guidebook Chapter 2: Failure
is okay. Last year, the Chicago Cubs
were the best team in baseball and won
64% of their games. That means over 1/3
of the time, the team failed! Baseballs
best hitter? The league leader hit only
.348. Clearly, knowing how to fail is a
big part of being successful in baseball.
Investors also need to get comfortable
failing. Sometimes, failure looks like a
market correction. Markets dont go up
all the time! Sometimes, failure looks like
an underperforming stock. Remember,
a diversified portfolio will always have
some winners and some losers. Being
okay with volatility allows an investors to
stay comfortable even when markets go
down. Keeping this long-term approach
allows you to not panic. After all, what
happens during the regular season doesnt
matter. Your goal is to win a World Series.
Or perhaps to have a happy retirement.
Investor Guidebook Chapter 3: Habits
are important. Watching my favorite
players over time, you pick up on their
Building Our Future
by Brad Bennington, Executive Officer
Builders Association of Southern Oregon
Building Our FutureYoung People
Needed
I
was born lucky. I landed in the
United States of America (yeah, we
used to say the of America part)
in a magical state called Oregon and
grew up in the 50s and 60s when our
country was the best at everything. Great
neighborhood, cool friends, mom was
pretty and a fantastic cook, fairly nice
sisters and a big brother that didnt tease
me too much. One of the best parts was
that I had a dad that could do anything
and liked teaching me how to do things,
too. By the time I was 10, I could clean a
job site, straighten up a tool shack and
stack lumber. At 12, I could run a cutting
torch, weld and move anything on the job
that had a motor. By 14, I was keeping up
with the Iron Workers, Carpenters and
Concrete Finishers during my time off in
the summer. At 16, if it had wheels, tracks,
a keel or wings, dad had taught me how
to run it, work on it and, of course, clean
it. Pretty much everything I know about
construction, dad taught me as a young
man. By the time I got out of high school, I
already had years of work experience.
Today, dad would wonder where all
of the kids had gonewe have a critical
need, right now, for young people in the
C U T L E R
routines. Ichiro always had a similar
stretching routine, Robinson Cano is
always blowing a bubble, Kyle Seager
How is our approach different
sits down for a split second before every
pitch. While these habits may look than other Wealth Managers?
inconsequential, routines are important.
In investing, we call our routines
discipline. We construct portfolios
and select stocks using a consistent
philosophy. This consistency helps us
have a steady approach, even if the
market is throwing 100 mph fastballs.
The more you pay attention, the more
you can find meaning in a baseball game. Is
bunting just like rebalancing your account?
Is a stolen base just like a stock getting
a buyout offer? Do you want to build a
team around your pitching and defense
(a conservative portfolio) or an offensive
focused team (such as growth stocks)?
Alright, I admit that other hobbies or sports
may share similar analogies and perhaps
Im just looking for meaning in something I
enjoy. But, applying investing to real life
can be a lot of fun. After all, Im also always
looking for ticker symbols on license plates.
All opinions and data included in this commentary are Our approach differs from most Financial Advisors
as of May 11, 2017 and are subject to change. The opinions
and views expresses herein are of Cutler Investment Counsel,
because we are focused on providing institutional
LLC and are not intended to be a forecast of future events, a quality investment solutions to our clients.
guarantee of future results or investment advice. This report
is provided for informational purposes only and should not
be considered a recommendation or solicitation to purchase
securities. This information should not be used as the Our investment team pays attention to the details so
sole basis to make any investment decision. The statistics you can pay attention to the things that matter to you.
have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable,
but the accuracy and completeness of this information
cannot be guaranteed. Neither Cutler Investment Counsel,
LLC nor its information providers are responsible for any CUTLER
damages or losses arising from any use of this information. INVESTMENT
Past performance is no guarantee of future results. All
investments involve risk, including possible loss of principal
GROUP
amount invested.
Matthew Patten is CEO and Investment 525 Bigham Knoll | Jacksonville, OR 97530 | 541-770-9000 www.cutler.com
Portfolio Manager. He is a graduate of
Jacksonville Elementary School and South
Medford High School. Matt earned BA
degrees in Economics and Environmental
Geo-Sciences from Boston College and a
MBA from the University of Chicago.
Erich Patten is President and Chief
Investment Officer. He is a graduate of
Jacksonville Elementary School and South
Medford High School. Erich earned a BS
in Economics from the Wharton School,
University of Pennsylvania, and a Masters in
Public Policy from the University of Chicago.
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construction industry. Between 2007 and
2013, we lost nearly 60% of our skilled
work force here in Oregon. To make
things worse, nearly half of todays active
skilled workers will be retiring in the
next few years and we dont have nearly
enough replacements. Yet. The good
news is that our kids today are as smart
and talented as ever and there is renewed
interest in vocational education. Folks
are realizing that you cant outsource
blue collar work like plumbing, concrete,
wiring and framing. These are good-
paying jobs that our young people can
do right out of high school with some
mentoring and on-the-job experience. If
you know any young person who wants
to learn the building business, send them
our way. We have a need for these young
folks that isnt going away any time soon.
By the way, dont forget our Builders
Classic Golf Tournament on June
16th. Come on out and help us support
Redemption Ridge and their work with
young women. Funny, golf is one of the
few things dad didnt teach me. Go figure.
Building the Future,
Brad Bennington
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a half years ago when the husband was
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Building Plans & Builders to Choose from OR Bring Your Own a rental home. They settled into a rental
1/4 to 1/3 Acre Lots with Common Space Between Each home in Eagle Point for $1250 month,
Rural Feel & Sweeping Valley Views and after renting for six months, called
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found the perfect home for $167,900 and
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they should wait and save more money
first. If they had waited to purchase a
home, any savings would have been
wiped out by the $40,000 cost increase
of their home.
Our young broker had another couple
that came to him to see if they could
buy a home with the goal of paying less
for a mortgage payment than their rent
payment. They were successful, and
in addition to lowering their monthly
payment, they have made at least $25,000
in equity. And if thats not enough, their
lot is so large they are now working with
a private planner to split it in half and sell
off the vacant portion for $70,000.
Many of these cases are about young
couples who are just married and
making smart financial choices. They
all have mortgage payments that
are lower than their previous rent
payments! They all save on their taxes
by deducting their mortgage payments,
and lastly, they are all making about
$30,000 a year in appreciation.
Accidental Investors or financial
wizards, these are all smart couples
who have made sound financial
decisions. We hope other young couples
reading this article think twice about
continuing to rent and also become
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Alarm - 3 Harassment - 1
Animal Complaint - 2 House Check - 41
Assist - Other Gov't/Law Larceny/Theft - 1
Enforcement Agencies - 69 Missing Person - 1
Assist Public - 23 MVC - 2
Assist Medical - 4 Noise - 1
City Ordinance - 5 Parking Complaint - 3
Civil - 1 Property Lost/Found - 3
Criminal Mischief/Vandalism - 1 Public Safety - 1
Death Investigation - 1 Suspicious - 11
Disorderly Conduct - 3 Traffic/Roads - Other - 2
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Jacksonville Art Events Southern Oregon Caregiver Tuesday, June 13, 3:00-7:00pm: planning
June 2017 Support Group (SOCare) meets twice each dept development code open
month: Jacksonville Library, Naversen Room: 2nd house, Old City Hall. p 15
Art Presence Art Center Monday of the month from 1:00-3:00pm. Medford
Summer, At Last!: June 2July 30 Library, Adams Room: 4th Wednesday of the month, Tuesday, June 13, 6:30-8:00pm: tuesday
Come to the gallery and view 10:00am-Noon. p 32 evening stroll in historic
the latest summer-themed jacksonville cemetery. p 14
artworks by Art Presence summer at the schoolhaus.
member artists! The show Friday, June 16, 8:30am: builders classic
See schedule p 40
opens on Friday, June 2 and golf tournament to benefit Redemption
continues through Sunday,
Tuesday Evenings: Open Jam Tuesdays, Ridge, at Eagle Point Golf Club. Enter by June 9 at
July 30. Reception and author
reading on Saturday, June 3, hosted by bandleader T.J. Elton, www.buildso.com. p 17
from 13pm with refreshments at J'ville Tavern. See ad this page
and live music by Minstrel Friday, June 16, 7:00pm: movie night at old
Streams. Arrive at 1:00 to hear Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm: red lily vineyards city hall, "Larceny, Inc." See ad next page
Sharon Mehdi read from her beach concert series. p 38
book, A Curious Quest for Saturday, June 17, 9:00am-noon: marker
Absolute Truth. Fridays, 5:00-8:00pm: live music at cleaning & workshop in historic
Above right, Fire Flies, schmidt family vineyards. p 38 jacksonville cemetery. p 14
textile art by Charlotte Wirfs.
Sundays, 9:00am-1:00pm: JVILLE MARKET, Saturday, June 17, noon-4:00pm: beekman
Special Events at the Gallery City Hall grounds. p 6 house museum victorian days,
June 1618, 9:30am4pm: Pocket Sketching Workshop
with Kath Macauley: A handy technique for creating art "Victorian Hobbies & Crafts." p 12
wherever you are. Learn Enough to Play for a Lifetime! Sunday & Monday, May 28 & 29, 11:00am-3:00pm:
MEMORIAL DAY MEET & GREET AT Sunday, June 18: father's day wine
Sat, June 17, 13 pm: Wine tasting by Valley View
jacksonville historic cemetery. & wheels car show at schmidt
Winery.
family vineyards. p 38
Saturday, July 1: Paintings created during the Artists Wednesday, May 31, 9:45am:
Workshops 2017 Southern Oregon Plein Air Event will be
groundbreaking AT new Saturday, June 24, tours at noon, 1:30 & 3:00pm:
displayed on the Courthouse grounds in front of our
galleryone day only! jacksonville community center. beekman house living history,
"Time Travel to 1932." p 12
Life Drawing Studio Friday, June 2, tours at 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm:
Monday Figure Drawing sessions resume in September. jacksonville haunted history Friday-Sunday, June 23-25, 10:00am-4:00pm:
Art Presence Off-Site Exhibits tours. Leaves from Visitor Center at N Oregon & southern oregon lavender
~ Watercolors by Anne Brooke at Pioneer Village.
C Street. p 12 festival. Visit lavender farms, a nursery & a
garden, between Jacksonville & Grants Pass. p 28
~ Textile art by Charlotte Wirfs in the Jacksonville Sunday, June 4, 2:00pm & 3:30pm: pioneer
Librarys Naversen Room.
history in story & song with Wednesday & Thursday, June 28 & 29, 2:00-3:00pm:
~ Photography by Tom Ommen at the Medford Library. david gordon, "Pioneer Laughter" Naversen summer at jacksonville library.
Art Presence Art Center is a nonprot organization Room at the library. Seating is limited, reservations Storytelling with Christopher Leebrick on the 28th,
located at 206 N. Fifth St., next to Jacksonvilles historic suggested. p 12 make an electromagnet with John Jackson on the 29th.
courthouse. Gallery hours: 11am5pm every FriSun.
art-presence.org See full schedule p 30
Wednesday, June 7, noon-1:00pm: sohs & JCLS
GoodBean Coffee windows in time series. Historian, and Tuesday, July 4, noon-3:00pm: mayor's 4th of
June 130: Paintings by Judith Ghetti Ommen long-time SOHS Volunteer, Larry Mullaly presents, july picnic, Jacksonville City Hall grounds. p 14
Judith Ghetti Ommen has Michael Hanley & His Friends, 1852-1889. at
been active in the arts Medford Library. Also June 14 at the Ashland Friday, July 7, tours at 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm:
throughout her life. She Library. p 13 jacksonville haunted history
holds a MFA in painting, tours. Leaves from Visitor Center at N Oregon &
taught art history at Saturday, June 10: medford food project C Street. p 12
Marquette University in pickup day in jacksonville. p 24
Milwaukee, has served on Friday-Sunday, July 7-9, 10:00am-4:00pm:
numerous arts councils, and
Saturday, June 10, 10:00-11:30am: history southern oregon lavender
has exhibited her work
throughout the United saturday in historic jacksonville festival. Visit lavender farms, a nursery & a
States. Incorporating cemetery. "Travel by Stagecoach." p 14 garden, between Jacksonville & Grants Pass.p 28
Chinese brush painting,
collage, pastels, and Saturday, June 10, 10:00am-4:00pm: medford Saturday & Sunday, July 8 & 9: living history
drawing in her mixed aauw garden tour. p 7 days at hanley farm. Presented by Cascade
media works, she creates Civil War Society and Southern Oregon Historical
images with rich texture Saturday, June 10, 11:00am-3:00pm: mckee Society. See article p 13
and strong design. bridge grand centennial
165 South Oregon Street ~ 541-899-8740 celebration, on the bridge. p 14 Saturday-Monday, July 8-10: storytelling
South Stage Cellars guild children's festival, Britt
Sunday, June 11, 2:00-5:00pm: hot dog day
June 15August 3: "Here There and grounds.Saturday & Sunday, 4:30-8:30pm, Monday,
Everywhere Images by Gene Black & music in the vineyard. Daisy Creek 9:30am-1:00pm. See article p 28 and ad p 29
Vineyard. p5
JVille-Rev,6-17-Entertainment_9/01Entertain. flyer 5/16/17 1:49 PM Pa
Gene Black, a very
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had just started my interview During his time in New Jersey and in Oregon, he never gave up his tree climbing
Sensational Seniors with Lou Mayersky, my June
"Sensational Seniors" candidate,
adventures even though Evelyn and his doctor urged him not to attempt it at his age.
I told the doc that climbing trees is what is keeping me alive and that I do it safely.
by Mike McClain when he had me look at several tall Plus, I love to be up in a tree, helping keep it alive and maintaining a trees natural
fir trees outside his dining room. beauty. He starts each day in bed before getting up with a series of hand and leg
"You know, started, too many exercises which he maintains is much better than walking in space on a treadmill
people want to improve their view and is what allows him to still do his tree thing.
by cutting trees down. That is a Besides tree climbing, his main hobby is building wren houses and calling owls
terrible waste of the beauty of a in to his trees. As an east coast native, he loves the New England Patriots NFL team,
tree. What I prefer doing is making watching every game that is on television, dressed in his favorite team colors and
windows in trees so you have apparel. In the last couple of years, Lou has befriended the Diaz family, of Central
your view, but you still have your Point. After an initial visit to their home to do some tree trimming, he was asked if
tree." You see, Lou is an 81-year- he could build a tree house for the Diaz children, Logan and Alyana. Drawing on
old arborist and an intriguing his early carpentry skills, he assisted the entire family in this project and by the end
personality who has a story to tell. of the project a close friendship was formed. He enjoys doing things with the kids,
Lou's story begins in New Jersey fishing, target practice, teaching how to use a pocket knife and enjoying the wonderful
and in particular, Watchung, southern Oregon outdoors. While he never had children of his own, he feels a
where he was born and lived with grandfatherly attachment to the Diaz children and is especially proud of them. They
his parents, two sisters and his are wonderful children who always write me sincere thank you letters when I do
grandmother. His father, who something with them. I cherish these letters and would never throw one away.
worked for the Jersey Central Lous prize possession is his 1984 GMC pickup that he brought all the way from
Railroad, supplemented the family New Jersey, and it has the prominent spot in his driveway. While his pickup is a prize
income, doing carpentery work on to him, Lou Mayersky is a prize for all of us who call the Rogue Valley our home.
the side, which was to influence Mike McClain spent 32 years as a teacher and school administrator, retiring in 1999 as
Lous career choice. Lou spent Superintendent of Central Point Schools. He and his wife relocated to Jacksonville four years
The View from the Top two years at North Plainfield High ago and are enjoying immersing themselves in this unique community.
is Stunning School, an experience his quickly
sums up with, "I didn't do well." As
a result of this shaky start in high
school, Lou transferred to a vocational high school where he thrived. In his junior year
he experienced a different vocational experience every six weeks and then, as a senior,
following his fathers lead, focused on carpentry skills.
Upon graduation, Lou experienced the frustration of being too young to get a job
as a carpenter. Luckily, a local landscaper gave him some part-time work and one
day asked him if he liked to climb trees. Lou replied, "Ever since I was a kid I have
liked to climb anything. Since a recent hurricane had wreaked havoc in New Jersey
that season, there was a tremendous need for tree work and within a few weeks the
landscape owner told Lou that he was a natural tree man, hired him on full time. This
is when his life-long career as an arborist was born.
After two years working with the landscaper, Lou was approached by the Westfield,
New Jersey Township about starting a tree service crew. Due to the severe New Jersey
winters, the tree work was endless whether it was removing downed or diseased
trees, limbing up trees along roadways so snow plows could do the winter plowing
or replanting trees as needed. Then, when the Township outlawed open burning, Lou
and his crew started one of the first composting programs in the United States.
Lou remembers that he learned his arborist trade first on the job and then
took county extension tree service classes. Ironically, the boy who had struggled
academically in his early high school years was eventually hired by the Rutgers
University School of Agriculture to teach hands-on arborist classes. The field
training that involved knot tying, tree climbing, tree removal and trimming as At the tree house, l-r: Lou Mayersky, Dr. Jessica Diaz, Alyana, Dr. Travis Diaz and Logan.
well as tree planting took place on county-owned golf courses and, as a result, Lou
enjoyed a lot of free golf.
Lou remembers the harsh New Jersey winters with many sub-zero winter days.
On those days, we would go to the work site, climb reluctantly out of the truck, do
jumping jacks, pass a football back and forth and do anything to warm up.I once
climbed a tree when it was eight below. That was unbelievable.
After 32 years of arborist work, Lou retired at 55 and entered the second phase
of his life. Having enjoyed good health, he was ready for a new challenge. I was a
healthy sucker. In my 32 years working for the Westfield Township, I only missed
four days of work and that was because I got the darn flu. Wanting a change of
scenery upon retirement, in 1990, he and his wife at the time packed up, going as
far as I could before hitting water again. His introduction to southern Oregon
came via a childhood friend who had moved to Fort Klamath some years before
and encouraged Lou to move west. Many will remember his peach orchard on
Old Stage Road where he raised peaches, raspberries, llamas and alpacas. He was
most proud of his Lean Forward peaches because, if you didnt lean forward
while eating them, your shirt or blouse was invaribly stained. After going through
a divorce, he sold the Old Stage property and threw himself into volunteer work
with the Jacksonville Lions Club. He remembers fondly the great group of guys in
the Lions Club. We did everything together, volunteer-wise and socially, and after
his best Lions friend passed away, he married his widow, Evelyn Howard. When
Evelyn asked her son permission to marry Lou, the son responded, If Dad liked
him, we should also. Lou and Ev were together for thirteen years before Evelyns
death, and Lou remembers these as the greatest years of his life. We did not have
one argument in the thirteen years and were able to do a lot of traveling to Europe,
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 WE GET WEEDS & PESTS
On Real Estate & More
by Sandy J. Brown
Licensed Bonded Insured
UNDER CONTROL!
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important part of this and any holding
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The City of Ashland conducted a Water the timing of water use is spreading
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which found Ashland residents utilize instead of doing all loads in one day.
an almost equal amount of water for Reducing the amount of water used
outdoor use as indoors (49.5% outdoor, involves water conservation which can
50.5% indoor) averaged over the year, include items such as taking shorter
with the peak outdoor use towards the showers, or installing water-saving
end of June. devices like front-loading clothes
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 The Check Isnt in the Mail (Yet)
by Steve Yungen & Jeff Blum, Jones & Associates
S
o, youre 61-years-old and
approaching age 62. Youve
decided that you want your Social
Security Benefit as early as possible,
which is age 62. Youre looking forward
to receiving your first Social Security
check as a birthday gift, but when your
birthday rolls around and you check your
mailbox, the check isnt there! Whats
going on? When can you expect a check?
You wont receive a SS check in the
mail. As of March 1, 2013, the government
stopped sending paper checks and began
direct deposit to your bank account.
When you file to receive your Social
Security benefit at age 62 you will receive
your first benefit the month after you
file. Social Security says you must be 62
for the entire month to be considered
eligible. Thus, for example, if you turn 62
on November 15, youre first considered
eligible in December and wont collect
your first benefit until January. This
provision does not apply to other ages.
Social Security, in a quirky way, considers
you to be a year older the day before you
actually celebrate your birthday. If you turn
62 on November 2, your eligibility date is
November 1, making you eligible for the
entire month. Likewise, if you turn 62 on
November 1, the eligibility date is October
31. In both cases, because you would be 62
for the full month of November, your first
benefit would arrive in December.
What day of the month you receive
your benefit depends on what day of
the month you were born. If you were
born on the 1st through the 10th of the
month, your check is deposited to your
account on the second Wednesday of
the month; if your birthday falls on
the 11th through the 20th, the check
goes into your account on the third
Wednesday; for people born on the 21st
through the 30th or 31st, the payday is
the fourth Wednesday.
There are a couple of exceptions: If
your benefit is based on the work record
of a spouse, his or her birthdaynot
your owncontrols when youll be paid,
and if you were receiving benefits prior
The Weed Wrangler
by Bob Budesa
Public Enemy #1!
P
uncturevine, aka goathead,
(Tribulus terrestris) has been a
problem weed in many locations
for a long time, but I can only
remember seeing it for the
first time in southern Oregon
about 15 years ago. This is a
plant that we should all be
aware of, and do everything
we can to get rid of it.
Puncturevine is a tap-rooted
annual, with small, 5-petaled
yellow flowers, and small,
hairy opposite leaves. Its tendrils can
reach 10 in length! It produces thorned
seeds, which when mature will split into
smaller segments. The thorns dry to iron
hardness, and can be transported in tires,
feet, shoes, etc.
Here are a few tips that may help:
1. Learn to recognize this plant
early. Most plants grow to maturity,
produce flowers and seeds and then
die. This plant starts producing seeds
almost immediately after germination!
Recognizing it and killing it before seed
production is crucial in gaining control.
The mid-vein on the seedling leaves is a
clear indicator that youre dealing with
the right villain.
2. Use the right tool at the right time.
At seedling stage, this plant can be
easily controlled by cutting the taproot,
spraying, burning, even pouring boiling
water on it! Once it starts producing
to May 1997, you'll get your payment on
the third of the month.
Picking the optimal Social Security
strategy is complicated and your decision
can have a significant impact on your
lifetime income from Social Security and
in retirement. The elements of Social
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seeds, those methods no longer apply.
The only method for true control now is
to sever the taproot, and bag the plant.
Heres whyyou can spray
the plant and kill it, but the
seeds will still remain on
the ground, and will still
germinate! Youve killed
1 plant, but 1,000s will
grow in the years to come!
Complete removal is the
only way to control the plant
once seeds are produced, and
Ive seen plants as small as silver dollars
producing seed!
3. If the plants youre dealing with
have produced seed, for Petes sake,
dont drive there! If and when its safe,
get the propane burner out and scorch
the area. Even if you dont kill the
seeds, youll burn off the spines, thereby
removing its method of transportation.
The city and county have many
priorities, so dont be mistaken by
thinking that road frontage abutting
your property will be taken care of by
someone else! Remember, your property
will suffer from lack of weed control along
roads adjacent to your property, and your
property will lose value, so take charge!
The city and county appreciate your help.
Also remember, if you use herbicides,
read and follow the label explicitly.
If you have any questions, please feel free to
email me at bob_budesa@yahoo.com.
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 Love Your Landscape
by Adam Haynes
Enjoying Your Outdoor Space
S
ummer is finally here so we can
start enjoying our lawns and the
outdoor living-areas where weve
been investing our resources, creativity
and personal style. And no one is happier
about that than me. If you already have a
patio, deck or outdoor area, I encourage
you to get out there and enjoy it and to also
consider making some improvements.
For those of us whose outdoor-living
dreams have yet to be realized, there
are still a few simple ways to improve
the time we spend outdoors. And here
Im going to introduce a word that isnt
normally associated with landscaping
boundaries. To feel most comfortable
in an outdoor area, it helps to know
where it begins and ends. Boundaries
help create definition and depth in any
outdoor area.
As much as I believe in the value of
fencing, I also know that using plants as
privacy fencing is another solution without
taking on the commitment of installing a
fence. Creating a sense of space is essential
to utilizing the exterior of your property.
If you dont have a fence, there are a lot of
landscape boundary ideas that incorporate
plants to establish a boundary line around
your home.
One of my favorite (and green) uses
for seclusion is to create a boundary line
of fast-growing trees that will reach their
maximum height within a few years.
Having fast-growing trees and shrubs
as lawn edging throughout your yard
will create a natural fence that will keep
noise out and block the view from the
inside and out. Some privacy fence ideas
for backyard gardening include using
Leyland Cypress trees or English laurel
Summer Time Management
by Christin Sherbourne of Efficiency by Design
S
ummer is upon us and the call
of BBQs, Britt Concerts, family
vacations, and home projects are
quickly filling up our calendars. It can be
a challenge to fit it all in. As a Professional
Organizer, the tools I use to stay sane and
organized include time management. Time
management is an important component to
getting organized and staying organized. As
Wikipedia states, it is the conscious control
over the amount of time spent on specific
activities, especially to increase effectiveness,
efficiency or productivity.
I have coached various clients over the
years on the value of time management.
A key is to schedule your projects into
your calendar, just as you would an
appointment or an event. Time will slip
away if you wait for spare time to
26 JUNE 2017 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW
shrubs to create a privacy wall. Both
grow quickly and keep their dark green
colors year-round.
And lets not forget about the lawn
area itselfhere are a few tips to keep
your yard healthy during our hot
summer months:
Time of Day: Water in early-morning
hours before sunrise to lessen water
lost to evaporation and daytime winds.
Monitor Your Landscape: Make
adjustments to watering times as
needed. Shaded or protected areas
may need less water than other
zones. You may even be able to water
less frequently than you think.
Check Your Irrigation System:
Check weekly for broken or
misaligned sprinkler heads and drip
emitters, which can be prime water-
waste culprits.
Mow for Best Results: Every other
time you mow, change direction. Set
your mower to the proper height to
promote a healthy lawn and reduce
water usage. Recommended mowing
heights are 2 1/2" to 3" for perennial
rye and fescue
Feed your lawn: Every 5-8 weeks
give your lawn a good feeding with
an organic or synthetic fertilizer; the
difference is amazing!
If your goal is to create your own
personal summer oasis, take some time
to think about these tips, and how you
can incorporate them into your outdoor
lifestyle and continue to plan, create and
improve your outdoor living space.
Adam Haynes is a resident of Jacksonville
and the owner of Artisan Landscapes. Contact
him at 541-292-3285. See ad on page 36.
complete it. I also suggest scheduling a
chore each day to keep on top of your To
Do list. For example, dust on Monday,
trash on Tuesday, vacuum on Wednesday,
and so on. As my saying goes A chore a
day, keeps the clutter away.
The joy of time management is, that
when the chores are done, the fun stuff
is that much more fun! So after you
schedule that home project and then
cross it off your list, go ahead and truly
enjoy that Britt concert, BBQ, vacation, or
other family fun event! Happy Summer!
Christin Sherbourne is the owner
of Efficiency by Design, Professional
Organization by Christin Sherbourne.
She can be reached at at 541-973-
7678 or her Facebook page at Facebook/
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The Literary Gardender
by Rhonda Nowak
Oh, What a Difference a Daylily Makes
And those whose blossoms curl obliquely back,
Ribbed on the sides with a bright scarlet streak,
Shalt of daylily the fair name receive,
If one whose summers day the beauties live
-Rene Rapin (1621-1687)
I
ts true that the beautiful daylily
(Hemerocallis) lasts but one
summers day, prompting Bishop
Joseph Hall to once criticize the flower
as the least esteemed. However, the
popularity of this herbaceous bulb plant
belies the bishops harsh judgment.
Indeed, originating in Eurasia, the
daylily has been extensively cultivated
for centuries and, today, there are more
than 60,000 registered cultivars available
to gardeners in a plethora of sizes and
flower shapes and colors.
Many of these varieties, as well as
several new hybrids, are on display
in the Demonstration Gardens at
the Southern Oregon Research and
Extension Center, 569 Hanley Road,
Central Point. Dont miss the daylily
blooming season, which begins in early
June and lasts until the first of August,
peaking around the Fourth of July.
For more than a decade, daylily head
gardener Marsha Waite and her team of
Master Gardener volunteers have been
hard at work cross-breeding different
daylilies until now there are more than
100 cultivars in the garden. The daylily
gardeners have even bred about a dozen
daylily cultivars that are nice enough
to be registered with the American
Hemerocallis Society. The registration
process involves sending the best daylily
cultivars to AHS regional headquarters
where the plants will be observed
and sent off to other climate zones to
determine how well they grow under
different conditions than those in Zone 8
at the Extension.
There are many physical
characteristics that make a high-quality
daylily. Among them are: how the
foliage, called fans, opens and branches,
the height of the flower scape, or stalk,
the distance between the scape and the
inflorescence, the size of the flowers,
even the time of day the flowers open.
The cultivars are also evaluated on
how well they perform during drought
periods, how invasive they are, and
whether they go dormant in the winter
or are evergreen or semi-evergreen.
Daylilies arent difficult to grow in
Southern Oregon. They are not prone to
many insect or disease problems, and
dont require a lot of water. One of the
biggest challenges is preventing heat stress.
Although they like plenty of sunshine, like
tomatoes, daylilies wont form flowers or
set seed in temperatures above 90-degrees
F. In fact, heat tolerance is one of the
characteristics that Marsha and her garden
apprentices have been trying to emphasize
among their new hybrids.
In addition, daylilies prefer loamy
soil with good drainage. Plant them in
the springtime in holes about 18 inches
deep. If ground squirrels are a problem,
Marsha recommends digging a trench
and lining it with hardware cloth before
planting the bulbs. Divide daylilies every
four to five years in August, and then
replant divisions so they have time to
establish before the first frost. Protect
overwintering daylilies with mulch.
Although individual daylily flowers
last only one day, each scape consists
of a cluster of flowers that may open at
different times, so the plants beauty can
actually be enjoyed longer. Interestingly,
in China and Korea, in addition to its use
as food coloring, the daylily is called the
plant of forgetfulness. The flower buds
are added to soup to induce memory
loss and, thus, alleviate sorrow. So goes a
popular verse: This lily is Koreas cure
for everybodys troubles; its leaves as
food brings heirs for sure, whenever the
kettle bubbles.
Pictured above: Waite Legacy cultivar bred
at the OSU Extension Center by Marsha Waite.
Rhonda Nowak is a member of the Jackson
County Master Gardener Association and
teaches English Composition at RCC. Read
more on gardening in her Literary Gardener
column on Sundays in the Mail Tribune and
on her blog at http://blogs.esouthernoregon.
com/theliterarygardener/.
 Love Thy Pollineighbor
by Kenda Swartz Pepper
Managing Mosquitoes and Protecting
Pollinators Part II
P
ollinator protection does not have
to be relinquished in exchange
for managing mosquitoes. The
impact of mosquito spraying on pollinators
is long-lasting. Studies show wild bee
populations are even more susceptible to
pesticide exposure than honey bees due to
biological and habitat differences.
Fortunately, here in Oregon, we dont
have to worry about Zika virus, and West
Nile Virus (WNV) is of little concern in
Jackson County. However, the presence
of dead crows, ravens, magpies, sage-
grouse, or jays in an area would warrant
reporting, because wild birds are primary
hosts to WNV. You can call ODFW
wildlife health hotline: 1-866-968-2600.
Check-out the six actions you can
take for managing mosquitoes while
protecting pollinators.
Why are some people mosquito
magnets?Mosquitoes are drawn to
strong scents found in perfumes, colognes,
and shampoos. They also like the scent
of cholesterol and beer. Scientists have
learned that carbon dioxide, heat, lactic
acid, and that deliciously-sweet scent of
drying sweat are highly attractive to our
blood-sucking neighbors.
#1: Standing Water SolutionsJames
J. Lunders, Manager & Biologist at
Jackson County Vector Control stressed
the single most important thing property
owners can do to prevent a mosquito
problem at home is to eliminate all
standing water on their property.
Because anything that holds water for
seven days can produce mosquitoes.
Last month, I shared tips for removing
standing water. If you have mosquitoes
around your pond or permanently
standing water, try this:
Gambusia, or mosquitofish, feed on
mosquito larvae and are used all over
the world to help control mosquito
populations. Mosquitofish are free to
Jackson County residents via Vector
Control. Theres a limited supply.
Call 541-826-2199. Bluegills and
minnows also eat mosquito larvae.
Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti)
is considered a relatively harmless
biological larvicide that prevents
mosquito larvae from developing
into adults. Its sold as dunks or bits
for water that cannot be drained. Try
the fish first.
#2: Attract Natural Predators
Two main mosquito predators are
fish and dragonflies. They dont,
however, coexist well together
as fish will eat dragonfly larvae.
Dragonfly larvae, called nymphs,
eat mosquito larvae in the water,
and adult dragonflies prey on adult
mosquitoes. Some towns in Maine
release dragonflies every summer
as a natural form of mosquito
control. To attract dragonflies,
place perches like bamboo poles,
tall plants, or flat rocks where they
can sun themselves in and around
the water. Add native water plants
from nurseries that do not use
neonicotinoid pesticides.
Bats. One bat can eat up to 1000
mosquitoes in an hour. Did you
know that bats live up to 40 years
and are more closely related to
humans than to rodents? Help
conserve these important mammals
while keeping the mosquito
population down by installing a bat
house. Jacksonville local, Tim Short,
sells his handmade bat houses for
$45.00. Contact him at timshort@
outlook.com.
Hummingbirds snack on mosquitoes
too! Attract hummingbirds with
perennials such as bee balms,
columbines, daylilies, and lupines.
#3: Repel with PlantsMaster
Gardener De Davis-Guy shared her
mosquito repelling secret: she keeps
two planters on her deck, one with "Don't forget your hat"
lemon balm, citronella, lemon basil, and
catmint and the second with horsemint,
marigolds, and lemon thyme. Here are
other plants to consider: Havana hat for Dad
Lemongrass (contains the oil
by SundayAfternoons
citronella)
Scented Geraniums on windowsills
Rosemary
French Marigolds
Eucalyptus
Lemon Thyme
Lavender
#4: Personal Protective Measures
Wear long sleeves and long pants/
skirts, hats and socks, and try to
avoid being outside dusk and dawn
when mosquitoes are most active.
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Keep a fan blowing while outside.
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most effective for keeping the biting
buggers at bay.
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When barbequing or at the fire pit,
toss rosemary or sage into the flames.
All-things lemonplant it, rub it all
over your body, or make tea. Test for
allergies first!
Avons Skin So Soft and daily B1
(thiamine) supplements may work
for some.
Avoid bug zappers, because
they have been proven to attract
mosquitoes without killing them and
instead killing beneficial insects.
#5: Nontoxic Mosquito repellents
Poisoning yourself with toxic chemicals Full line of Jim Shore
may not be the best approach to fending- & Heartwood Creek
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off mosquitoes. If youre in an area with
Zika, the choices may be tougher. The
intergoogle abounds with nontoxic
repellents.
A friend swears by Eco Smart.
Beyond Toxics recommends Oil of
Lemon Eucalyptus.
Local aromatherapist, Nancy Cyr, Quilt Finishing Custom Designs Special Requests
shared a natural mosquito repellant Hand or machine quilting
recipe from the School for Aromatic
Studies blog: 214 E. California Street 541-899-1972
2 ounce spritzer bottle (next to Las Palmas)
10 drops Lemongrass (Cymbopogon
citratus)
5 drops Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)
14 drops Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica)
5 drops Geranium (Pelargonium
graveolens)
Place essential oil drops (found in health
stores) in bottle. Fill with water. Lemongrass
must be diluted, because it can be a skin
irritant. Shake well before each use. Spritz on
clothing, hair, arms, legs. Avoid eyes and face.
#6: Mosquito Cappuccino? Not
quite!New research suggests coffee
may be the future of mosquito control.
Coffee was shown to kill larvae and deter
mosquitoes from laying eggs.
Besides being a nitrogen-packed
addition to your garden soil or compost
bin, coffee grounds have another
important purpose: A plate of smoldering
grounds (fresh or used and dried) helps
stave off mosquitoes. Bonus: smoldering
coffee grounds may also help repel yellow
jackets, but if not, try sliced cucumbers
placed around your outdoor dinner.
What tips do you have? Share a
comment online!
When shes not working, volunteering,
fiddling about the garden, photographing
nature, being a pollinactivist, blogging
about social and environmental justice, or
pawning her eco-childrens book, Kenda, a
former Monarch butterfly docent, gets her
kicks hanging with her husband, her dog,
and the pollineighbors.
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 Speaking of Antiquing with
130 N. 4th St., Margaret Barnes, Pickety Place Antiques
Jacksonville
L.L.C.
Open Daily 10am - 5pm
I
Glassware,
Jewelry, Fine ts often said that we are slaves to
Antiques, etc. fashion. Such was the case with the
mesh envelope bag and the elegant,
beaded handbag. These handbags, so
loved by the 1920s Flappers, were quite
fashionable until well into the 1950s.
Even now, these vintage handbags
are carried as evening accessories by
fashionistas
and prom-goers
alike.
Soldered
Like us on facebook mesh, sterling
silver mesh,
and German
silver were the
materials most
used in making
the envelope
handbags. The
soldered mesh
was made by
women workers who often took the
work home and had their families help
in the production of linking one link
at a time and soldering the joint. Most
women could join about 1,000 links a
day, creating limited production, but
increasing the cost of the bag. In 1912,
Charles Whiting partnered with an
inventor to patent the first automatic
mesh machine. Young A. C. Pratt and Mr.
Whitings machine could now replace the
1,000 links a day per worker with 400,000
links a day. This boosted production
soon the sterling silver bags were being
replaced with gold-plated brass, copper,
and nickel silver, making them more
affordable and extremely popular.
The stylish beaded handbags were
made in France for the most part and
were expensive. They were hand beaded
with colorful glass seed beads, lined with
silk and adorned with ornate frames
and claps. One could not collect all the
patterns and styles. An inexpensive do-
it-yourself kit was available giving the
American woman the ability to make her
own. It included the frame, beads, and
lining. (Id love to find one of those!)
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Slaves to Fashion
Flapper bags, carried at the wrist,
featured fringes and tassels at the
bottom creating movement when the
wearer danced, causing quite a striking
image. Mesh bags were silk-screen
painted with designs of stunningly
colorful birds, bold geometrics, and
bunches of flowers. The silk screening
was done by
hand over
a period of
several days.
Each color
needed 24
hours to dry
before the
next color was
applied.
The frames
for the bags
were also
fine metals,
embossed with flowers, scrolls or
geometric designs, set with semi-
precious stones, or painted enamel. A
linked chain served as a handle and
most were fitted with a snap clasp.
Whiting & Davis of Plainville,
Massachusetts, is still in business
today, but discontinued envelope bag
production in the mid 1930s.
Collecting these bags is easy, but not
always inexpensive. Both types of bags
may be found in most antique shops,
online auctions, and estate sales.
Mesh bags were unlined, which is
one reason that they have retained their
functionality. Beaded handbags were lined
with silk which deteriorates over many
years making it difficult to find a bag from
this same era that is not in distress.
If you need to clean either type of bag, I
suggest you do it carefully with a slightly
dampened cotton or flannel cloth. Try not
to get the silk wet.
At Pickety Place we have a collection
of mesh and beaded bags for you to
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ast month, Jacksonville
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young authors with the seventh
annual Writers' Festival. Led by Amy
Kranenburg, the Jacksonville Elementary
Publishing House created the school's
2016-2017 Student Anthology, which
included a favorite piece of writing
from each student. The evening of May
9, National best-selling author Megan
McDonald spoke to 250 students and
parents about her creative process and
inspiration for
her many popular
books, including
the Judy Moody
and Stink series.
Then, fifteen local
writing enthusiasts
led students in a
celebratory discussion
of the children's own
writing.
We are grateful to
our writing mentors for sharing their love
of the craft with our students: Marion
Denard, Kathryn Flynn, Shane Bishop,
Molly Bruins, Carolyn Kingsnorth,
Emily Johnson, Michelle Zundel, Amy
Maukonen, Sheryl Zimmerer, Jeanne
Grazioli, Rebecca Williams, Hal Wing,
Brian Shumate, Jessie Pannell, Valerie
Coulman, Denette Fretz, Janet Christian,
Jessica Cabalo, Andy Kranenburg,
Ryan Bernard, Maisey Yates, and David
Brown. Thank you also to the community
partners who support this fantastic
event: Southern Oregon Orthopedics,
Pronto Print, Jacksonville Inn and
St. Marys School; as well as the
Jacksonville PTO and the many parent
volunteers who help behind the scenes.
A special thank you to Lisa Savage,
Summer!
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une is one of my favorite months
of the year. And yes, it is for the
obvious reason. Schools out! The
sun is shining and we kids get a break
from the stressful environment known as
the classroom. School is the place where
we take tests and receive homework.
Having a break is extremely beneficial
to kids, especially at my age, because
it gives us a chance to relax and figure
out what we like to do. With school,
homework, sports, babysitting and jobs
all eating away at our energy and time,
its no wonder we want to sit at home
and relax all day.
However, summer break is the
perfect time of year for us to, well, just
be kids again. And personally, I think
Jacksonville is one of the best places to do
this. With technology eating away at our
brains, it can be a challenge to figure out
what to do. Not in Jacksonville! You can
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friend, buy ice cream downtown, and
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enjoy each others company. The time of
kids lining up in front of the barbeque
dripping with pool water. The time
when the tree house becomes a castle.
The time when the kids jump on the
trampoline just for the fun of it. The
time when grandparents come to visit,
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Summertime contains some of my best 4:30 to 8:30 PM
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 Grandmas2Go Founder Takes Case to Capitol
The group with
Senator Ron Wyden
Jacksonville resident and Founder of
Grandmas2Go, Linda Otto, and program
Development Director, Joy Marshall,
escorted their client, Steve Spencer and
his two babies, Jaxon and Johny, to
Washington, D.C. to meet with elected
representatives on Capitol Hill on May
2nd. Grandmas2Go, and the Spencer
family, the selected representative from
the State of Oregon for Strolling Thunder,
had a meeting with Senator Ron Wyden
(D), to learn about Grandmas2Go and
to hear from Steve, a single dad raising
his infant and toddler. Senator Wyden
was excited about the G2G project and is
looking forward to attending a proposed
event in August in Medford to help with
an awareness campaign to gather more
volunteers for G2G.
Over 300 family members and
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Capitol Hill. They addressed how critical
early childhood brain development is to
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Thinking Problem
I
have a thinking problem. They me: lying awake at 5:30 in the morning,
say that admitting that you have a perseverating over a pile of problems real
problem is half the battle, but Im and imagined, self-help books lining the
not so sure. Im in pretty deep. Im not shelves, a tight neck, reading a book on
talking about normal, whats-for-dinner the geography of happinessnot actually
sort of thinking, although I have plenty in Thailand, lolling languidly on the beach
of that. Im talking about furrowed brow and enjoying the sunset. Mores the pity.
cogitating, bordering on the obsessive- Its now 5:45 a.m. My binge thinking
compulsivethe kind of thinking that session over, I get up, pad to the kitchen
takes a toll on ones happiness. and start some tea. There are critters to
Heres a little glimpse. I awoke at 5:30 feed, errands to run and the omnipresent
the other morning, thinking. In my head to-do list. Yes, Im still thinking, but after
it went like this: Should I care that I reading those Thai philosophies I notice
dont have a 401K? What I am going to that Im taking my thoughtsand my to-
do about that client situation? Ive got do lista little less seriously. We dont eat
to do something about this fatigue. I until almost ten oclock, a fact my daughter
thought money: about tuition thats due, feels compelled to point out. This gives
and whether we could go for a vacation me a very self-satisfied feeling; its the sort
this winter and how to get to a place of feeling you get when you skip school,
where I dont have to think so hard about or open the wine at lunch, like Im really
these things. I began to wonder about living on the edge. Out with Mussolinis
how God works. I wondered if it matters trains, in with la dolce far niente.
at all what we do. I didnt wonder This kind of thinking, or non-thinking,
this with cynicism or a sense of total may cause me to wind up living in a
resignation; I wondered in a very sincere box on some street corner, but if Im not
and open-minded way. All this, right out anxiously cogitating, happy even, maybe
of the gate. thats okay. It feels okay. In fact, it feels
Its bad. fantastic. Its like the feeling I get when
Im reading a book titled The Geography they crank up the nitrous at the dentists
of Bliss, in which NPR reporter Eric office and I find myself relaxed and
Weiner, a fellow writer, thinker and wondering just what it was that I was so
melancholic, travels to a number of keyed up about a few minutes prior; it all
countries seeking the origins of their seems so unimportant. And that, my
national bliss or lack thereof. I just finished friends, is how I spell relief.
the chapter on Thailanda very happy I spoke with a close friend today
placein which he discovers this little gem, who is going through two humongous,
a Thai maxim for happiness: Dont to think simultaneous transitions which have
so much. He finds this revelatory. So do I. turned his life into a giant ball of stress.
Not think so much? Let it go? Dont take You know, he said, I was driving to
it all so seriously? This is so un-me, I am work today staring at Mt. McLoughlin
flummoxed. I am incredulous, dismissive, and I thought, Im going to be dead one
yet intrigued. I find Im thinking a lot about day, and then he laughed uproariously.
it. There I go again. It was clear to us both that hed had a
Another pearl of Thai wisdom the author moment of satori, of enlightenment, both
discovered is to focus on relationships, not literal and spiritual. This simple, plain
problems. I thought relationships were truth lightened his load and provided
the problem. But okay, if I dont think so some much needed perspective. This, too,
shall pass, so how do you want to live?
Im beginning to get the message. Life
how would that look? How might it feel? is not a problem to be solved. Ill think on
What would happen? that or then again, maybe not.
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Summer Reading Program and Events
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Build a Better World is the theme for this year's Summer Reading program. The
Jacksonville Library is once again offering Summer Reading for the whole family. You
can sign up as soon as school is outtheres no better way to help children maintain
their reading skills during the summer break than by encouraging them to participate
in the reading program.
The library will be offering 6 programs again this year:
June 28, 2:00-3:00pm: Christopher Leebrick will enthrall you with his
storytelling he has shared all over the country.
June 29, 2:00-3:00pm: John Jackson will teach you to make an electromagnet.
July 12, 2:00-3:00pm: Kenda Swartz Pepper will share her book, "Well Earth Well Me,"
a story of the symbiotic relationship of child to earth for our younger children.
July 19, 2:00-4:00pm: Lori Wilson will engage in a Rock Art Sculpture
adventure.
July 26, 2:00-3:00pm: Jim and Tames Alan present an East Coast Swing
workshop for our older teens and adults. No need for a partner, just show up
and learn to dance.
August 2, 2:00-3:00pm: Laura Rich will bring her fabulous African drums for an
hour of drumming and stories.
The Jacksonville
Library branch is open
Monday 9:00am-5:00pm,
Wednesday 9:00am-
5:00pm, Thursday
12noon-6:00pm, Saturday
10:00am-2:00pm.
Babies and Wobblers story
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 Trail Talk by Clayton Gillette
Trails Abound in our Valley
I
ts time to reflect on our local
trails as we head into our summer
months. As residents of the Rogue
Valley, we can pretty much head any
direction, and in less time than it takes
to shop for groceries, we find our feet
pointed ahead on a path meandering
over hill and dale through our publicly
owned wild places. Starting in Ashland,
and moving in a counter-clockwise
manner, like so many distance runners
competing in a track meet, lets visit some
of our local destinations.
The Ashland Watershed, a prominent
geologic feature on the north slopes of Mt.
Ashland, runs down into Lithia Park. Many
trailheads start in and around Lithia Park,
and lead hikers (and bikers) uphill through
the granitic soils onto ridges boasting open
timber and expansive views to the north.
Farther afield, one encounters the Pacific
Crest Trail and its satellite trails as it winds
from Mexico to Canada. Because it leads
from the Siskiyou Mountains into the
Cascade Range, it boasts a wide diversity
of plant and animal life.
To the north and closer to the valley
floor, we encounter the year-round trails
of Roxy Ann Peak in Prescott Park.
Named for a pioneer farming woman
who arrived just after the hungry times of
the gold rush days, this prominent butte
graces Medfords eastern skyline. The city
park trails are generally open even in the
coldest winter months, but because of the
black sticky soils, most cold season hikers
stick to the well-maintained loop road.
Summer finds many mountain bikers on
the single tracks, enjoying a trail system
designed for their sport. Views from the
peaks top are spectacular, and a good
geography lesson in the layout of our
Cascade-Siskiyou Province.
ATA East Applegate Ridge Trail Report Card
by David Calahan, Applegate Trails Association
Summer is finally here and the East
Applegate Ridge Trail (ART) is nearly
completed! After years of planning,
endless homework and red-tape, it
took just a couple of months to actually
construct the trail. Our locally hired crew
finished building the trail in mid-May
but with some loose ends, the trail is not
yet officially opened to the public. Look
for the announcement later this summer.
If an instructor was to assess the
project, would we graduate? This biased
evaluator would give very high marks
for: Locationyear around access and
close to Jacksonville. Visual ARTs
incredible views including a whole new
perspective of the paragliders decorating
the sky. Designgentle grade for hikers,
bikers and equestrians. Special Design
Featuresthe incredible fauna and
diversity by Mother Nature and historical
mining by man. Physical Education
challenging at times yet extremely
rewarding. Trail bosses gave classmates
gold stars and a good nights sleep.
Conveniently located minutes from Jacksonville!
Our valleys unique geologic twins, the
Table Rocks, see visitors in all months
as well. The BLM maintains good trails
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has been spilled by our boastful
correspondent. Whats not to like?
Even from downtown, a short stroll
quickly brings one up through the
Beekman or Britt Woods for a grand
time in Nature. The oak savannas and
madrone forests green-up in spring
and wildflowers abound, As summers
heat brings on the lazy drone of
cicadas, the madrones shed their
second year leaves and outer bark, a
wildly disconcerting phenomenon to
the unsuspecting tourist.
And up the Jackson Creek Watershed,
we find Forest Park and many more
miles of trail. As Mays dogwoods fade,
the Washington lilies rise up along
Cantrall Creek to shock the bejeezus out
of folks attuned to the gentle fritallarias
of springtime, whose bloom here lasts
from March to May. That we should be
so blessed. Pen down, my writing done,
Im going out, out, to where the wild
things are.
Trail Talk is a monthly column by Clayton
Gillette about hiking the Jacksonville
Woodlands trail system. For more information,
please visit the Jacksonville Woodlands
Association website at www.jvwoodlands.org.
katherine
ingram m.a.
Additional merit goes for staying on
task and problem solving. We followed
BLMs directions, worked well as a group
and completed the project in a timely
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for our Small Town with Big Atmosphere!
the next level.
That level, the Center ART, from
Hwy 238 to Humbug Creek, is phase II
of a larger non-motorized trail system
destined to eventually connect Ashland
Dont
and the PCT to Grants Pass. This segment miss
will weave in and out of the beautiful
Wellington Wildlands, an intact roadless
out on
area near Ruch. breaking
ATA wants to thank and congratulate
the many volunteers, supporters, BLM, news
our trail crew and board members. The
school year is out. Lets go on vacation.
and
See you on the trail. events!
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Chair, Applegate Trails Association JacksonvilleReview.com
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 SightSeeing by Julie D. Danielson, O.D.

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ost of us at some point in our lives have
been, will be, or currently are caregivers.
I discovered this while I was in a meeting
last year and the presenter asked if any of us were
caregivers. The majority of us raised our hands. In the
U.S. over 70% of caregiving support is provided by
family caregivers, (daughters, wives, husbands, sons,
grandchildren, partners and friends) who arent paid for
their support, and most of these providers are women.
I dont think we ever think about it, that one day we
will be taking care of our spouse or parent. But at some
point in our lives, that will happen. It can be from a
sudden illness or accident, or it can come on slowly as
our spouse or parent ages. All at once you realize that
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You may feel grief or loss of your loved one, or loss of
yourself and your freedom. If you are experiencing any
of these emotions, you may want to talk to others that
are going through the same thing.
Southern Oregon Caregiver Support Group
(SOCare), meets twice each month, once in Medford,
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Jacksonville Library, Naversen Room:
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 Joyfull Living by Louise Lavergne

Anger and Your Liver

A
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Anger and Your LiverOur body is
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In meditation, we slow down the breath
so our mind can align with our peaceful
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in all the systems of the body. It can also
support you to be open to the healing
opportunity of anger or frustration that
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The Liver DeliversYour liver works
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as well as resentments and unresolved
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take good care of this amazing organ to
feel good physically and emotionally.
Many people experience an easier time
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improves and liver function improves
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If you are prone to anger, you may
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 Paws for Thought by Dr. Tami Rogers

On the Road Again

S
ummer is on its way and school is almost over,
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road for summer adventures. If you are like my
family, our dogs go with us everywhere and they look
forward to the road trips just as much as we do. However,
sometimes travel can be stressful to pets and some proper
Providing compassionate planning on your part can ease the tension felt by them
and other family members. Obviously, there are some
summer months. Even with the windows cracked
the temperature inside your vehicle can easily pass 120
degrees in a matter of minutes. Animals have a difficult
time dissipating heat and quickly becoming overheated.
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in a pet which will quickly exacerbate the problem.
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pets that are better left at home which is where a good
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will never be left in the vehicle unattended.
Some other important considerations with car
For those of you who are planning on traveling with your travel include ensuring your pet is safely secured in
pets this summer, here are a few tips: the moving vehicle. During an accident, an unsecure
First and foremost, it is important to make sure pet is at risk of being thrown from the vehicle and
your pet will be welcome upon arrival at your travel certainly animals can fall out of moving vehicles if not
destination. A quick phone call ahead can save you appropriately secured. Seat belt systems are available at
a lot of trouble and a quick search
online will provide you with pet-
friendly destinations, campground
regulations, etc. I recommend that you
extend the same courtesy to family
and friends when planning a visit by
making prior arrangements for your
pet. A simple phone call shows you
are a conscientious pet owner and
respectful of other peoples space.
Secondly, while this is always true,
it is especially important that your
pet is wearing a collar with current
identification tags when away from
home. ID tags should include the
home number and address as well
as a cellular phone number that is
guaranteed to be with you while
away. Regarding other identification
information, if your pet has a
microchip, you should carry their ID
number and contact information for
the appropriate company as well as
copies of current health and rabies certificates. Third, in most pet stores or you can secure your pet in a kennel
what seems like an obvious statement, make sure that (avoid cardboard boxes as they will not withstand
you have plenty of food and appropriate medications pressure). Also, when on long trips it is important to stop
to last the duration of your trip. You also may want to frequently so your pet can go for a short walk to stretch
take some toys that they are used to playing with and and urinate. If car travel tends to cause motion sickness
of course, a leash is always essential. Lastly, if you are for your pet, call your veterinarian as there are many
traveling to a region where your pet will be exposed to approved medications that may alleviate the problem.
fleas, ticks, or mosquitoes, you should be armed with There are certainly other considerations to make
the appropriate preventatives (call your veterinarian to when traveling and if you have questions or concerns
ask, if you are unsure). give your veterinarian a call before heading out on
There are also some general considerations to keep in the road. Regardless of where your summer travels
mind if traveling via car. Many of us take our dogs with take you, I hope it is full of fun and adventure! Happy
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Profiles - Cont'd. from Pg. 12
Democratic Times lamented the loss
of the City Brewery in particular,
commenting that the building had
been devoted to almost every purpose
except printing a newspaper and
serving God. The Times subsequently
rectified the former omission, taking
offices in Orths new brick building.
However, by 1856 Viet Schutz had
constructed the largest brewery in
Jacksonville on west California Street
just below the current Britt Gardens. In
addition to the brewery, it featured a
bar and an elaborate dance hall. In 1874,
prominent attorney Colonel Robert
Aubrey Miller, wrote the following:
Oh! Dear Walter, I like to recall
The pleasure we had at Viet Schutz hall.
The fun that we had Ill never forget
Nor will I ever those days regret.
A second Eagle Brewery named
after its predecessor was in operation
as early as 1856 two blocks south on
Oregon Street. Joseph Wetterer, a native
of Baden, Germany, had acquired the
property and by 1857 added the Eagle
Saloon. And in existence no later than
the Eagle Saloon was the New State
Billiard and Drinking Saloon, a long-
lived Jacksonville drinking establishment
located for many years at the corner of
California and South 3rd streets where
Redmens Hall now stands.
By 1858, the Franco-American
Hotel was operating at the southeast
corner of Oregon and Main streets
where the Jacksonville Inn cottages
are now located. It soon became the
leading hotel, bar, and stage stop in
Jacksonville, noted for its table dhte. they stay the same.
It attracted a regular clientele of miners,
residents, and travelers. It was one of
many hotels, and virtually every hotel
had a bar.
In 1863, Cornelius Beekman moved
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northwest corner of California and
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saloon closed in 1868 but was soon
replaced by another saloon, the Pioneer
Bit House. Following the 1874 fire that
destroyed much of the south side of
California Street, another saloon and
variety store occupied the space.
From 1864 to 1871 a saloon known
as the Bella Union existed on the site
of the current Bella Union Restaurant
and Saloon. Operated by Prussian
native Henry Breitbarth, it offered its
customers billiards and liquors.
By the 1890s, the building currently
housing Scheffels Toys at the corner of
California and North Oregon housed
the Marble Corner Saloon, presumably
named for the marble factory located
across Oregon Street at the time.
Featuring a marble-tiled entry, the
saloon served city patrons until well
into the 20th Century.
Other saloons, bars, and breweries
have come and gone in the interim,
many of them victims of prohibition.
But now Jacksonville has become
the Gateway to the Applegate Wine
Region with wine and beer tasting
rooms and saloons proliferating and
most restaurants having a bar. Among
them are the current Bella Union
Restaurant and Saloon, South Stage
Cellars, Quady North, Daisy Creek
Winery, the Jville Tavern, Boomtown
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 Digging Jacksonville:
The Oldest Grape Seed in Southern Oregon
by Chelsea Rose

T
he Southern Oregon University Laboratory of experimentation is credited with pioneering our now
Anthropology (SOULA) conducted a series of thriving wine industry. Thanks to the many surviving
excavations in the Britt Gardens in preparation family documents we know quite a bit about Britts
for Jacksonvilles 2010 sesquicentennial. This led to early wine making under the label Valley View Winery
the recovery of thousands of artifacts related to the (no relation to the current label, which pays homage
daily lives, activities, and to the original). Legend has
innovations from the it that Britt first purchased
historical Britt homestead. grape cuttings from the
Through the generosity of California Missions from a
Herb Britt, descendant of the peddler passing through in
famed Britt family, SOULA the 1850s. However, Britt
received a grant to have himself was a packer, and
the botanical assemblage had access to a wide variety
from the Britt excavations of goods during his visits to
examined. We sent samples the early commercial hub of
Celebrating Our 6th Anniversary! to Dr. Virginia Popper of the Crescent City. Britt would
University of Massachusetts, later continue to acquire
One of Oregons top ten restaurants. Boston (who also analyzed a variety of grapes for his
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the Chinese Quarter), and to friends, locals, and the
the results are starting to Oregon Diocese. We look
dinner fri & sat 5:00-8:00p come in. While the analysis forward to further exploring
lunch tues - sat 10:30a-2:30p is ongoing, I was particularly the archaeology of the Rogue
excited by the recovery of Valley wine industry, and will
541 261 7638 Vitis viniferagrape seeds! keep you posted as our project
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from several locations at about Peter Britts winery and
the dig, some we believe could date as far back as the the history of the industry in our region, check out the
1860s-1970s. If it is possible to tell the varietal from a Wine of Southern Oregon collection on the SOU Hannon
seed (we havent figured out how yet), this could help Library website: http://hanlib.sou.edu/wine. And if you
us better understand what grape vines were successful are already a wine expert, feel free to email me with any
in the region in the early days, or give us insight into questions or ideas about our 19th century grape seeds!
Britts original plantings. In addition to the grapes Chelsea Rose is an historical archaeologist who specializes
themselves, we also found the location of Britts winery, in the settlement and development of the American West.
along with bottles, glasses, and openers associated with Chelsea and the Southern Oregon University Laboratory of
the beloved beverage. Anthropology (SOULA) conduct archaeology across Oregon
Peter Britt is widely heralded as the father of the and have done several projects in Jacksonville. You can reach
310 E. California Street Jacksonville, OR Rogue Valley agricultural industry, and is known to be Chelsea at rosec@sou.edu and follow SOULA on Facebook/
Open: 74 one of the first to plant wine grapes in the region. His Southern Oregon University Laboratory of Anthropology.

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 DANCIN Raises the Barre with New Labels
A ll it took was a thoughtful observation and candid comment from a
guest in late 2015 to get Dan Marca to completely upend the DANCIN
Vineyards label design he had used since his first vintage in 2010. And
while the original designbased on a thoughtful and thorough branding process
had worked beautifully in the past, DANCINs wines had evolved and it was time for
the labels to catch up.
What was the observation? Well, it happened one day when Dan had been
in the tasting room with two guests visiting from Washington, DC and the Bay
Areaa restaurateur and a close friend. As he walked them through the winerys
array of Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, one commented frankly that the label
doesnt prepare me for the elegance thats in the bottle.
As Dan considered the splashy, colorful label, he agreed. I was happy to have that
feedback, Dan said. We are always talking about how to improvehow to make
the guest experience the best it can be.
Shortly following that tasting, Dan broached the subject of a label refresh with his
wife Cindy, who wasnt overly enthusiastic at first, but then took the lead at certain
times during the lengthy process. Dan and I had weeks of conversations before
moving ahead. We pursued many options with several talented people, and then things
started to unfold and take shape with an amazing team, and everything fell into place!
The original label design featured part of a watercolor image of Dan and Cindy, his
wife and partner, dancing. You wouldnt know that at first glance. All that showed on
the label was a flourish of the bottom of Cindys long, red dress on a gold and green
background representing the vineyard floor. A nod to the owners, the name DANCIN
was prominent in blocks of red (DAN) and green (CIN) to illustrateas Dan notes
that he and Cindy are polar opposites. He claims hes a red Type A born in New savor the moments in time.
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In the back of his mind, Dan says he had been concerned that the colors were
possibly too autumny. So he was ready for a change.
With wine names like Pas de Chat, Pas de Deux, Chass, Adagio and Ballerina, and
the comment that the label didnt prepare the consumer for the elegance of the wine,
the design team honed in on an image of a ballet dancer with a wine dress. The
idea was fanciful and met Dans criteria: authentic, elegant and unique.
The process to go from a pretty good label to one that is exceptional was time
consuming and required hours of conceptualization, photography, graphic design
and finessing each element of the design. If theres one thing you can count on Dan
for, its to understand the purpose of every action he takesfrom his wines to his
tasting room, with tableside service to the design of the new label series.
The color of the wine dress is consistent with the color palette of the wine in the
bottle. Its printed with a textured spot varnish that makes it look wet. The dancers
movement matches the spirit of the wine. Looking at the Syrah label, its clear that the
wine will be bold in its elegance due to the texture and thickness of the Syrah skins
much more so than the Pinots and Chardonnays, and therefore is named Danseur,
meaning a male ballet dancer. The new labels assert that the wines are primarily
named after movements within ballet, a form of dance wherein dedication, discipline
and balance are in submission to the grace and beauty of the final performance.
The passion of the dancer matches Dan and Cindys passion for DANCIN wines
and the hospitality-focused destination winery they have created. The desire to
delight customers runs deep. Whether you are enjoying our wine at our winery, at a
restaurant or at home, we wanted the bottle and corresponding label to become part
of the dining experience, Dan explains. Its about delighting your senses, as you
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back for its fourth annual gathering to
celebrate everything Oregon, especially
Oregon wine. The weeklong festival
returns to the familiar settings of the
historic Bigham Knoll campus in
beautiful Jacksonville, Oregon, with
its signature events taking place from
August 21-27. Produced by the Asante
Foundation, this essential destination
experience within Oregons nationally
acclaimed wine industry also showcases
southern Oregons expanding culinary
flavors. Most importantly, 100 percent of
all proceeds raised go directly to Asantes
Childrens Miracle Network and other
health care programs supported by the
Asante Foundation.
In its first three years, the Oregon Wine
Experience raised over $1.5 million,
which directly benefitted the health care
of thousands of children. As a Childrens
Miracle Network designated hospital,
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
provides the highest level of pediatric
care in the region. The event is looking
to build on its philanthropic success,
and continue its upward movement to
secure the best in health care for our
youngest residents.
The Oregon Wine Experience has
quickly become the premiere regional
wine event with unique activities starting
with the Oregon Wine Competition,
followed by a wide array of wine-
themed classes and exclusive vintner
dinners leading into the main events: the
Medal Celebration, the Founders Barrel
Auction, the Miracle Auction & Salmon
Bake, and the Grand Tasting. Each
activity provides a fascinating encounter
for wine enthusiasts of all levels.
For tickets and event information,
visit www.theoregonwineexperience.com
or call 541-789-5025.
Meet our Pear Cider.
Now available in both tasting rooms.
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Calendar of Events:
Oregon Wine Competition, August 5-6,
2017, a premier competition featuring 100
percent Oregon AVA grapes.
Oregon Wine University, August 5-24,
2017, discovery classes in various aspects
of wine appreciation and production.
Medal Celebration, Wednesday, August
23, 2017, wine and culinary celebration,
winner announcements, and all award-
winning wines featured.
Ultimate Vintner Dinners, Thursday, August
24 and Friday, August 25, 2017, dinners
hosted by winery and vineyard owners.
Founders Barrel Auction, Friday, August
25, 2017 enjoy barrel tastings, meet
vintners, and bid on custom crush and
wine futures you just tasted.
Miracle Auction and Salmon Bake,
Saturday, August 26, upscale food,
entertainment, and tastings with live
and silent auction benefitting Asante
Foundation and Childrens Miracle
Network.
Grand Tasting, Sunday August 27, 2017,
the final and largest tasting event with
silent auction and raffle.
(For full calendar and event information, visit
http://www.theoregonwineexperience.com/
summary-of-events.
EdenVale
Winery
open everyday, 11-5
2310 Voorhies Road
goodbean
Medford, Oregon
541-512-2955 x2
edenvalewines.com
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Sunday: Live Music and Wurst Mary Sunday all Brunch long.
Monday: All Day Happy Hour and Live Music!
Tuesday: Holy Schnitzel it's Tuesday, Schnitzel Bonanza! Full Breakfast and Lunch every day
And FREE Mini Golf All Day!
Wednesday: $5.00 Doner Kebab and an Old German All Day. Extensive Espresso Bar, Beer and Wine
Thursday: Movies in the Biergarten. (Movies start at dusk) From Scratch Soups, Gourmet Sandwiches,
Friday: Live Music in the Biergarten.
(7:00-9:00pm) & Salads
Rogue Valleys First Drive Thru Window
Britt Bus: Come in for a pre-concert meal or drink and we'll
drive you up the Hill for the concert and bring you House made pastry and baked goods
back down at the end of the night. (Bus runs begin
when gates open.) Also in Ashland
Open everyday until 5pm 541-899-3757
theschoolhaus.com/events facebook.com/Schoolhaus
545 N. 5th St. | Jacksonville www.ponyespressojville.com

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