This weekend in Josephine County, OR

Enjoy a locally sourced dinner, lively music by Clan Dyken and Windsong Martin and friends, and the Corn Dance. Clan Dyken will also gather donations for a Thanksgiving run to Navajo land. Contributions of warm coats, blankets, nonperishable food, and seeds are welcome for Native families.

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Discover inventive ways to use cranberries in a hands-on class. Participants will prepare a lower-sugar Christmas jam for the holidays, and make a jar of fermented cranberry relish to take home and watch it bubble into a flavorful, healthy condiment for a Thanksgiving meal. Instructors will also demonstrate how to make safe, shelf-stable cranberry juice and a fast, overnight cranberry relish. Expect plenty of samples to taste and recipes to try. Cost is $25 per person. Pre-registration is required.

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The Children’s Advocacy Center of Josephine County offers Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® training, an evidence-informed program that equips adults to help prevent, recognize, and respond responsibly to child sexual abuse. The training covers warning signs, responding to concerns or disclosures, and practical steps for creating safer environments for children. It is intended for adults who care about children’s safety, including parents and caregivers, educators, childcare providers, coaches, youth mentors, healthcare and social service professionals, and community members. The training is free, and space is limited to 20 participants. Registration is required.

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Explore practical strategies for limiting wildlife damage while supporting biodiversity and appreciating the benefits wildlife brings to backyards. Through thoughtful planning, selective landscaping, and a fresh look at garden priorities, gardeners can find ways to live in greater harmony with local wildlife.

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Give a favorite cover a little shimmer at a make-it-yourself book embellishing session hosted by Puff & Page with The Book Burrow. Rhinestones and other supplies are available, along with guidance on design and application, so you can customize a book to reflect your style. Fans of romance, fantasy, and every genre in between are welcome to create a look that suits their shelf. Expect relaxed creative time, conversation with fellow readers, and a chance to support a local bookstore. Intricate layouts can be time consuming, so some projects may extend beyond the session.

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Following the Chili Cookoff, Starvation Heights brings an eclectic mix of acoustic covers spanning hits from the 80s, 90s, 00s, and today. Hear stripped-down, soul-charged versions of songs by artists including Amy Winehouse, Blondie, Stevie Nicks, Train, the Cranberries, Hozier, and many more, delivered with harmonies and distinctive arrangements.

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Take part in a poker tournament supporting IV YEA and help bring happiness to children this Christmas season.

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Born and raised in Grants Pass, Adam Knight returns to Southern Oregon for a hometown performance at The Haul. Since leaving the valley, he has built a growing music career from Austin, Texas, reaching millions of listeners with songs that blend Power Americana and cinematic country. This personal homecoming reflects his roots in the community, where he grew up in Hugo and graduated from North Valley High School. The evening is dedicated to remembering where his story began and celebrating the fall and winter season through music.

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Lesley Manville, an Olivier and Tony Award winner known for Phantom Thread, appears alongside Aidan Turner of Rivals in a fresh staging of Christopher Hampton’s acclaimed adaptation of the classic novel. Set amid lavish high society where reputation is fragile, one misstep can bring everything down. The shrewd Marquise de Merteuil and the charismatic Vicomte de Valmont treat seduction as strategy, turning desire into a weapon. When their alliance gives way to rivalry, the consequences ripple through every life they touch. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, and directed by Marianne Elliott of Angels in America, this production explores love, deceit, and the ruthless pursuit of power.

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Enjoy an afternoon of firefighter-themed activities for kids, including a chance to meet and take photos with a firefighting pup, Dino Egg Rescue, face painting, crafts, and raffle prizes. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Code 4 Taphouse.

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