May Flowers!!! What to do this Month for your Garden
Here in the Pacific Northwest more specifically, here in the City of Grants Pass, OR May is the first month that really starts off our warm seasons! The sunshine is BACK!! This is the perfect time to check your irrigation systems. This also the time to plant heat-loving flowers and crops. It is also the time to clean up your Spring plants so they can preserve the nutrients and be ready to repeat their glory next year.
Here are some tips for the beautiful month of MAY!
1. Remove spent flowers from your Spring bloomers:
start deadheading - once the petals have gone brown snap them off. This preserves the plants energy-
2. Spring bulbs like tulips & daffodils
cut the stem of flower stalk but don't cut the leaves. The foilage needs to die back naturally- once they have dried up they will pull out easily. This gives the bulbs back the nutrients for next spring!
3. Check your watering system or irrigation system:
NOW is the time to make sure your watering system is in working order. To test, run each system manually for a least five minutes to make sure there are no leaks or no repairs needed.
4. Harvest the rhubarb:
Now is the time to harvest your cherry-red rhubarb stems to make your sweet desserts with. Rhubarb is at its most tender RIGHT NOW and since the plant often goes dormant in summer's heat, this is the perfect time to pick it! Do NOT CUT the stems- this causes rot instead pull the stalk with a twisting motion.
5. Clematis Vines:
Clematis vines have some of the most dramatic blooms of most plants in the Pacific NW. This is the time to buy them at the nursery if you want the best selection available. They are just starting to bloom!
6. Get your heat-loving plants:
This is also the time of year to set out starts of heat-loving plants like tomatoes, squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, melons, eggplant, corn and beans. Once the last frost date has past you should be safe to plant these frost-sensitive plants.
7. Grafted Tomatoes!
For a nice harvest try grafted tomatoes. These tomato varieties are grafted onto a more vigorous root stock. They have a better disease resistance, grow more quickly and bear a ton of fruit. These are more expensive but they are the best solution for smaller gardens they give a lot for a small plant.
8. The Beauties!
Now don't forget to pickups a few plants just for looks! Now is the time to plant frost-tender & heat-loving plants such as impatiens, petunias, million bells, coleus and more!
Events in Grants Pass, OR for MAY!!!!
May 3rd @ 3-5:30pm
COOKING SCHOOL SERIES - Class 3 Meat
Learn the basics of cooking in this 7 part series. Learn cooking methods for different types of meat, with suggestions for choosing inexpensive cuts. All cooking classes are hands on, include recipe packets as well as samples of each dish. Groceries are donated by Grocery Outlet.
Location: OHMS Cummunity Health Education Center- 128 SW I Street, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 471- 4208 for more info or go to website
www.ohmslive.com
May 4th @ 6-9pm
FIRST FRIDAY ART NIGHT-
Occurring on the first Friday night of the month, Grants Pass comes alive with music and art. there are various shops, galleries and restaurants open late displaying local art and musical talent.
Location: Downtown Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 787-7357 for more info
May 4-5th starting @ 8am
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION EVENT-
Cost: $5.00
Location: Jackson County
Contact: Rogue Disposal (541) 779-4161 for more info
May 4th @ 6-9pm
ART IN MOTION-
The City of Grants Pass Commitee of Public Art (CoPA) invites artists 18 years and older to submit original artwork in any 2-D or 3-D media with the exception of video/film, installation or performance art.
This public art project is essentially a gallery on wheels; art work is displayed as a sign on the side or back of three Josephine Community Transit buses. The art is there to engage people, expand public art visibility, create opportunities for the community to experience art in everyday life and enhance the overall artistic climate of the City of Grants Pass.
The Spring/Summer exhibition runs from March 26 - July 27, 2012
Location: Grants Pass City Manager's Office- 101 NW A Street, Grants Pass, OR
May 4- 13th
BARNSTORMERS THEATRE-An Enemy of the People
Dr. Stockman, medical director for a health spa, discovers dangerous bacteria polluting its water. He decides the public needs to know in order to save lives. To his suruprise, everyone, including his own brother, turns against him for threatening the town's livelihood. This powerful drama deals with the price of honesty and the need for individual decisions, responsibility and moral courage.
Cost: $14.00
Location: Barnstormer Theatre - 112 NE Evelyn Ave. Grants Pass, OR
Contact: for show times call (541) 479-3557
www.barnstormersgp.org
May 5-6th @8am
WILDLIFE IMAGES PRESENTS: Spring into Wildlife Fundraiser-
At CHETS Garden Center and Nursery - 25% of all proceeds go directly to Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center. Wildlife is blooming this time of year at Chet's nursery. Spring is upon us. It's time to get planting! Come in for in store specials including 10% off of everything in stock. Choose from a HUGE selection of plants, fertilizer, gardening supplies, tools and garden art.
Location: Chet's Garnden Center - 229 SW H Street, Grants Pass, OR
May 12th, 19th & 26th @9am-2pm
OUTDOOR GROWER'S MARKET-
Every Saturday this month - come enjoy a favorite with residents and tourists, the Grower's Market is second only to the Rogue River as an area attraction. It showcases the finest fresh fruits and vegetables grwoing in the Southern OR region, as well as secondary wood products, gourmet specialty foods, artists and crafters. Members attend from Medford, Butte falls, Winston, Canyonville, Gold Hill, Roseburg and Illinois Valley.
Location: Growers Market - F Street, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 476-5375
May 12th, 19th, 26th @ 9am-2pm
Saturday ARTISAN & CRAFTER MARKET-
Now in its 4th year, the Saturday Artisans' and Crafters' Market is proving a phenomenal success, not only in terms of connecting local artists and craftsmen with admirers of their works and wares, but also in attracting the more creative members of our community and connecting them with one another, inspiring and challenging them to new artistic heights. It is through this interchange of energy and ideas that an art community is born and a regional arts movement is propelled to the global cultural forefront.
Location: 5th Street b/w E and F Streets, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: Tamra or Frank Serroni (541) 476-2371
www.grantspassartisanmarket.com
May 5 @ 10am
COOKING WITH KIDS- Cinco de Mayo
Have fu while preparing recipes inspired by tradional Mexican ingredients. Children must be 5 years old and accompanies by an adult for this hands-on class.
Location: OHMS-Community Health Educational Center - 128 SW I Street,Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 471-4208
www.ohmslive.com
May 5 @ 11am
27th ANNUAL MERLIN MAGICAL PARADE-
Location: Downtown Merlin
Contact: Jen Slusser (541) 476-8047
May 6 @3pm
SISKIYOU SINGERS PRESENTS - A Night at the Opera
Join us for magnificent and powerful choruses from the great opera composers Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Wagner and others, that will transport your to the age of great passion.
Cost: $15,00
Location: GPHS Performing Arts Center
Contact: (541) 482-5290
www.siskiyousingers.org
May 11 @11:30 am
GOLF FOR ART-
The 8th Annual golf tournament to benefit the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Registration at 11:30 am. Shotgun start @ 1pm. 4 person best-ball scramble, men's & women's tees, four hole-in-one contests anyone can win, putting contest, longest drive-men & women, kp & more. Price includes driving range, course fees, cart, prizes & food.
Cost: $70.00
Location: Grants Pass Golf Club-230 Espey Rd, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 479-3290
May 11 - 13th
THE 31st ANNUAL SPRING HOME IMPROVEMENT SHOW -
Presented by the Homebuilders Association of Josephine County. Show times are as follows: Friday 2pm-7pm, Sat. 9am-6pm, & Sun. 10am-4pm.
All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. Relay for Life. Find out about landscaping, carpeting, counter-tops, closet packages, and much more. Gather information and get your questions answered regarding your building or remodeling project.
Cost: $2.00
Location: Josephine County Fairgrounds - 1451 Fairgrounds Road, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: HBA office (541) 479-1311
www.homebuildersofjoco.com
May 11 @ 7pm
POETRY SHARING-
FREE to the public. Donations welcome. Read your poetry or listen to others. Mark your calendar for every second Friday of the month.
Location: Grants Pass Museum of Art
Contact: (541) 479-3290
May 12th
SPRING WINE STROLL-
Various downtown merchants offer samplings from OR wineries. Sponsored by the Towne Center Association
Location: Downtown Grants Pass
May 12 @8am
FREE VEGETATION DAY @ JO GRO
Location: Jo Gro -1749 Merlin Road, Merlin, OR
Contact: (541) 660-1685
May 12 @ 9am
THE GALICE GARDEN FAIRE-
Plant sales, garden art, crafts, music and food.
Location: Galice Community Center
Contact: Dale Byrd (541) 479-8712
May 12 - 13
NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL & MOTHER'S DAY POW WOW-
Special Mother's Day Presentation Sunday @ 3pm FREE
Location: Riverside Park, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 472-0215
May 12-13th 11am-4pm
THE SPRING TOURS of HOMES - Presented by Homebuilders Association fo Josephine County
This scattered site tour is sure to give you some excellent ideas in home designs or connect you with the builder you need to make your dreams come true. If you are in search of a vuilder to make your dream house a reality, looking for some great ideas for your remodel, or in the market to buy a beautiful new home....don't miss this scattered site. Tour of Homes built by the members of the Home Builders Association.
Location: starting point @ Josephine County Fairgrounds - 1451 Fairgrounds Road, GrantsPass, OR
Contact: HBA Office (541) 479-1311
May 13 @ 10am- 2pm
MOTHER'S DAY CHOCOLATE BRUNCH @ Wildlife Images
A unique Mother's Day Brunch at Wildlife Images with a touch of chocolate. Enjoy a catered brunch by Silver Ridge Outfitters while in the company of some amazing critters. As our guest you will have full access to our animal sanctuary with many photo opportunities. The ladies will receive special gifts of chocolate and a flower. $35.oo for the general public and $25.oo for Wildlife Images members.
Cost: $25.00- purchase tickets @ Wildlife Images website or Evergreen Bank
Location: Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center-11845 Lower River Rd, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 476-0222
www.wildlifeimages.org
May 14 @5:30pm
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SERIES - Part 3 - Focus on Fruit(repeat)
Fruit provides nutrients vital for health. Most fruit is low in fat, sodium and calories, with no cholesterol. fruit recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert will be prepared.
Location: OHMS-Community Health Education Center - 128 SW I Street,Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 471-4208
www.ohmslive.com
May18t-19th @ 9am
ALL BREED OBEDIENCE & RALLY TRIALS
Hosted by the Rogue Valley Kennel Club
Location: Indian Mary Park
Contact: Lucille Perry (541) 479-9694
May 18 @5pm
ALL-CHAMBER MIXER-
Location: Chateau at the Oregon Caves
May 19 @8am-9pm
WILDLIFE IMAGES PRESENTS: Early Bird Gets the Worm-
We wil be opening the gates early at 8am and kids from 8am will receive FREE entry. Bring your camera for photo with an animal ambassador. Reservations are required!
Location: Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center-11845 Lower River Rd, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 476-0222
www.wildlifeimages.org
May 19-20 @ 10am
ANNUAL QUILT SHOW-
Rogue Valley Piecemakers presents their Annual quilt show with vendors, a Tea Room and Quilts Quilts Quilts.
Cost: $4.00
Location: Josephine County Fairgrounds - 1451 Fairgrounds Road, GrantsPass, OR
Contact: Sandie French (541) 474-0412
May 19-20 @10am
BUCK CANYON GARDENS- Peony Shows
Location: Buck Canyon Gardens
Contact: (541) 592-6115
May 19 @10am
PLASTIC ROUND UP DAY
Location: City of Grants Pass
Contact: call Allied Waste (541) 479-3371 or So OR Sanitation (541) 479-5335 for details
May 19 @ 12:30pm
BOWLING FOR BOWSER
Fundraiser for the Rogue Valley Humane Society. There will be teams of 5 people each. 3 games of bowling and shoes. 1st place team "Grand Prize". Door prizes and raffles! 50-50 drawing! FREE Pizza!
Cost: $25.00
Location: Caveman Bowl- 1230 Rogue River Hwy, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: Bill Fien (541) 441-1583 or Caveman Bowl (541)479-2311
May 20 @9am-3pm
19th ANNUAL ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE STREET FAIR-
Come experience adventures in antiquing! Sponsored by the Grants Pass Antique Dealer's League, this show brings antique and collectible dealers from the entire west coast to sell their treasures. There will be food, vendor booths and fun for all.
Location: Downtown Grants Pass
Contact: Jeff or Karen @ H Street Antiques (541) 956-1200 or visit website
http://pgadl.com/
May 20 @11am
APPLEGATE VALLEY UNCORKED-
Annual Spring Barrell Tour at the 15 wineries in the Applegate Valley
Location: Applegate Valley
Contact: (541) 846-6364 or visit website
www.applegatewinetrail.com
May 21 @5:30pm
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SERIES- Part 4 - Make Half your Grains Whole
Grains are divided into 2 sub-goups, whole grains and refined grains. Eating whole grains as part of a healthy diet reduces the risk of some chronic diseases. Recipes using whole grains will be prepared.
Location: OHMS- Community Health Education Center - 128 SW I Street,Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 471-4208
www.ohmslive.com
May 24-28
BOATNIK FESTIVAL-
Carnival rides, boat races, games, a parade and food booths. Held as a fundraiser by the Grants Pass Active Club proceeds benefit the entire community. Be sure to take time to enjoy the adult fast pitch sofball tournament, a great time for the whole family.
Location: Riverside Park
www.boatnik.com
May 26th @6pm
CYNTHIA'S HOME SWEET HOME- Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre-
Join us for an evening of suspense, food mystery and fun. All guests participate as much or as little as they like though out the evening, but everyone will be asked to put in their two cents to help solve the heinous crimes that are committed here every other Satuday. Every moth is a new story and a new event. So you can come back again and again to be scared or suprised. Performed by local actors, "The Whodunit Players" weave a story of intrigue and disaster. Regardless of the crime the food is always to die for and a good time is had by all. This fun evening provides not only a meal but entertainment as well.
Cost: $35.oo
Location: Cynthia's Home Sweet Home - 1038 6th Street, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: visit website for more info
www.cynthiascomfortfood.com
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Cedar Front Porch Complete at 103 Columbia Crest in Paradise Vista, Grants Pass, OR
The Custom Home out at Paradise Vista in Grants Pass, OR is in the final phase. The porches & decks are the last construction projects to be finished on this Valerian Home. This porch is made of Cedar so it will brave the elements fantastically. The finish carpenter on this new custom home was able to build this beautiful deck/porch so it has more detail than an average deck. For example the railings are wider than normal. So wide in fact that a cup of coffee can sit on it without the fear of it falling. Sure looks like a nice place to hang out with your morning coffee.
The stairs is essentially the entrance to the porch and the craftsmanship is beautiful. It has a nice clean finish detail that doesn't detract from the rest of the home. The cedar is a nice choice to construct a porch or deck because first, it is a hard wood that repels bugs and can take the elements of nature and second, it is pleasing to the eye. It has a nice variance in color or tones- which has a wonderful look to it.
The 2 pictures above show the finished product. The Front Porch is complete at this New Custom Home out on lot 16 in Paradise Vista. The Valerian Homes Team is finishing up the small details and the "clean up" will begin so that the new home owners will be able to move in soon and enjoy their New Home! What an exciting time for them! We here at Valerian Homes want to Thank you for following us on this journey of the construction of a New House. We will begin 2 more new homes soon so we will keep you posted on those 2 New Construction projects too!
"YOUR DREAM, YOUR DESIGN, YOUR HOME"
We have Granite! on Lot 16 out in Paradise Vista, Grants Pass, OR
The Granite slabs, the sinks & all the fixtures have been installed out at the new custom home on lot 16 in the Paradise Vista sub-division in Grants Pass, OR. Here you can see the kitchen cabinet doors and trim have also been done with one of the appliances (refrigerator) placed. This kitchen will be complete soon. The homeowners went with a rough, unfinished look to the edge of the granite giving it a rustic look. They also went with an under-mount sink that is black -not the stainless that most people have. This is a new trend in sinks and it looks amazing!
The powder room is complete with pedistle sink and toilet. These are both in and functioning. The homeowners have gone with bronze fixtures on all plumbing and on the doors.
Here is the 2nd Bedroom's Bathroom granite and sink with fixture. The Valerian Team has not hooked up the plumbing yet nor has a toilet been installed at present- but both will be taken care of in a matter of days.
Here is the Guest Bathroom - it appears that the homeowners have decided to use the same granite throughout the house- simplicity is best when you are picking finishes. It gives the home a cohesive look.
Here is the Master Bath- looks like the homeowners went with one sink and opted for more counter space. The mirrors and the light fixtures will be installed within a few days and that will finish off the Master suite!
The homeowners went with a tile counter/back-splash here in the mud-room. This room as we all knows gets the most abuse in the home so a tile surface is a smart choice. This New Custom home will be complete soon and the homeowners will be moving in soon. The goal date is first week of May 2012!!!
Finishing Details to New Home on Lot 16-Paradise Vista, Grants Pass, OR
Here are some of the finishing touches to the almost completed custom home on Lot 16 at Paradise Vista in the City of Grants Pass, OR!!!!
The homeowners are members of the local Dog club & they show their extended family members at various Dog shows.
They wanted a station set up to pamper their pups! Here are a few pictures of the Dog Washing Station/Dog Tub that the Valerian Team built for them & they used some of the same tile from the home for the backsplash! Pretty nice!
The plastic protective sheets have been removed from the windows and doors due to the interior painting has been completed! Look at the awesome views that are exposed! This gives you a taste of what views are available out in the Paradise Vista Sub-division. Now that Spring is here....the Mountains come alive with new growth and gorgeous color!
The Front Door has been stained & the Front porch has been prepped for the decking to begin. The Valerian Team has also started to paint the exterior of the Custom Home - you can see that the homeowners have chosen a soft yellow/maze color. This will make the home POP in all the greenery that surrounds the house.
Here are some more photos of the exterior paint- These show the home from the back & you can see the back patio will be a favorite hang out for the homeowners. Soon they will be able to enjoy the views and start having wonderful memories BBQing and just enjoying the Southern Oregon Seasons! The Valerian Team's goal for the homeowners is to be able to MOVE-IN by the beginning of May 2012! Looks like that goal is going to be met!
Advantages to an Open Kitchen – in New Home Construction
It hasn't been long when Kitchens were designated to a corner of the house cut off from the rest of the home and were considered an unimportant room. However, with different lifestyle trends currently, the concept of an open kitchen is hugely popular today and some would argue that most homes will not sell if they do not have an open concept.
Here are the ADVANTAGES to an open Kitchen:
MORE SPACE- when the walls of the kitchen breakdown, the area opens up to other rooms/spaces of the house. It makes the kitchen seem bigger and gives the entire area a spacious appearance.
FUNCTIONAL KITCHEN - an open kitchen offers the opportunity to be a 2 places at a single time. For example: Keeping an eye on your kid's activities while cooking.
DECORATION - an open kitchen gives you a platform to display your expensive appliances as decoration pieces or your fine glassware, crockery, etc.
SOCIAL INTERACTION - you get a chance to interact and converse with your family or guests while you prepare the meals. In addition, the kitchen seems to be the main gathering place for casual get-togethers anyways. The open kitchen allows everyone to be included.
and finally.....
SERVE HOT - you can actually serve food fresh & hot as the cooking counter and dining table are closely located and the kitchen is right there for anything that might be needed at a the last minute.
This open kitchen concept has been one of the most frequent requests with many of the New Valerian Homes customers - the dining room is either open to the kitchen or has been incorporated into the kitchen design. "Formal Dining Room" seems to be the verbiage of the past & most people are wanting a more casual feel in their new home.
Cabinets are in!!! Lot 16 at Paradise Vista in Grants Pass
The Cabinets have been installed at the New Custom Home at 103 Columbia Crest out at the Paradise Vista sub-division in Grants Pass, OR. This Construction project is in the final stages for the Valerian Homes Team. This Custom Home is due to be complete by May 1st, 2012! Then the homeowners will be moving in and enjoying their new Home!!!
Here is the Kitchen Cabinets - made with Alder the home owners have chosen a nice medium stain color. It appears that they really like the earthy colors with the choice of tile and flooring.
Another view of kitchen - soon the counter-tops and back splash will be installed - the homeowners have chosen granite for counter-tops! It will be awesome to see it when it is all complete! We will keep you posted on progress.
The homeowners wanted a cabinet in the Breakfast Nook area- it will serve as extra storage and be useful as a buffet table if needed. The counter-top will be the same granite as the Kitchen.
Here is the cabinetry in the Laundry/Mud Room. The homeowners have chosen a tile counter-top here.
The Guest Bath has a linen closet attached for extra storage.
Here is the 2nd Bedroom Bath Cabinetry. This has a lot of counter space for guests.
Master Bath will have dual sinks and it too also has a linen storage cabinet. All the bathrooms will have granite slabs for the countertops with under- mount sinks. It is so hard to believe that this Custom home will be finished in little less than a months time! The Valerian Team has worked closely with the homeowners to bring their dream home alive - it all started more than a year ago and now it is in its final phase!
Southern Oregon has an Attractive Real Estate Market!!!
Here in Southern Oregon in cities like Grants Pass, Medford, Jacksonville and Ashland, plenty of residents are convinced that an attractive California real estate market spurs population growth in these areas. If this is the case, Southern Oregon can expect a rush of people looking to relocate here in the near future.
According to a real estate specialist from Prudential Sherm Heater Inc., Realtors in Grants Pass, "Many people are coming here not only from California, but also Arizona, Idaho and Washington." She also added, that there has been a lot of turnover. People moving here into this area are looking or seeking a slower pace and they want to be closer to the outdoor recreational opportunities that Southern Oregon has to offer. And don't forget the climate! Most people coming from California are looking for weather- Southern Oregon enjoys all four seasons!
Some of the migration here to Southern Oregon is driven by smaller employers who move their entire businesses north. They are looking for a better quality of life. Another factor more people are attracted to this area is that they feel they can get more "bang for their buck" when it comes to property and homes.
History proves that when the real estate market is doing well in the Bay area (San Francisco) things pick up for the Southern Oregon market. And at present the market in San Francisco is the highest it's ever been. That drives up the prices and in turn, makes it more attractive for people to sell and relocate to Southern Oregon.
103 Columbia Crest, Grants Pass Custom home has Storage Storage Storage!!!
This Custom Home is coming along out at our Paradise Vista sub-division in the City of Grants Pass, OR. The Valerian Team have been putting all the finishing touches on this new beautiful house - this week they were working on the closet built-ins/storage....take a look!
Master Closet includes a built-in dresser.....
a built-in bench....
shelves.....and.....
more shelves!!!! This is a very well organized Master closet! The built-ins have been caulked and will be painted soon.
Here is the storage for the Hall Coat Closet.
Guest Bedroom closet built-ins...
2nd Bedroom closet built-ins....one of 2 closets in this room
2nd closet in the 2nd Bedroom- these also have been caulked and will be painted too.
Last but certainly not least....the Kitchen Pantry! This is a huge walk-in pantry that will store food as well as kitchen appliances that the home owner may not want on the counters. This is one of the EXTRA perks when you build a custom home with Valerian Homes. You can design all spaces (even the small ones) however you want and it is not limited on the Paradise Vista Homes. We offer this same perks on the Castle Heights & Scenic Bayou homes too. This Custom Home on 103 Columbia Crest is in the finishing stages....the last major room to be done is the Kitchen! Keep checking back with us we will keep updating the blog with pictures- It will be fun to see what kind of finishes the homeowners have chosen.
Grants Pass Events in APRIL
Here are the fun community events for the City of Grants Pass, OR. There is always something exciting going on!
April 1st
ONE ELEVEN THEATRE COMPANY ANNOUNCES - Roger & Hammerstein's "CINDERELLA-Enchanted"
@ 2pm
All shows will be at the GRANTS PASS Performing Arts Center @ GPHS. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the OREGON BOOKS, corner of 7th & E Streets in Grants Pass or online @ www.BoxOfficeTickets.com
Cinderella-Enchanted is directed By Sandra Castle with Musical Direction by Jamie Banister and Choreography by Sonia Leamons. It features a live orchestra, lavish costumes and gorgeous sets.
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors & Students, $8 Children (8 & under)
Location: GPHS Performing Arts Center
Contact: for more information call Sandra Castle (541) 660-6545
April 6th
8th ANNUAL CAREER CLOTHING FAIR
@ 8am
JCEC Fundraiser. Clothing items only $1.00 each. Men and Women's clothing. All proceeds benefit the Josephine County Employer Councel. Donations accepted starting March 15th at WorkSource Oregon, 1569 NE F Street. (Good condition Men's and Women's Clothing only Please)
Location: Bear Hotel - 2101 Spalding Ave, Grants Pass
Contact: for more info (541) 244-3247 or (541) 244-3210
April 6th
FIRST FRIDAY ART NIGHT
@ 6-9pm
Occurring on the first Friday night of the month. Grants Pass comes alive with music and art. There are various shops, galleries and restaurants open late displaying local art and musical talent.
Location: Downtown Grants Pass
Contact: for more info call (541) 787-7357
April 6th
ART IN MOTION
@ 6-9pm
The City of Grants Pass Commitee of Public Art (CoPA) invites artists 18 years and older to submit original artwork in any 2-D or 3-D media with the exception of video/film, installation or performance art.
This public art project is essentially a gallery on wheels; art work is displayed as a sign on the side or back of three Josephine Community Transit buses. The art is there to engage people, expand public art visibility, create opportunities for the community to experience art in everyday life and enhance the overall artistic climate of the City of Grants Pass.
The Spring/Summer exhitition runs from March 26 - July 27, 2012
Location: Grants Pass City Manager's Office- 101 NW A Street, Grants Pass
April 6th
APRIL LIGHT OF HOPE VIGIL
@ 7pm
As a part of National Chold Abuse Prevention month, Josephine County Children's Advocacy Center and CASA Program will host a candlelight ceremony for our abused and neglected children of Josephine County
Location: Josephine County Courthouse
Contact: (541) 474-5437
April 6th & April 7th
QUILT SHOW
@ 9am
Location: Wolf Creek Inn - 100 Front Street, Wolf Creek, OR 97497
Contact: (541) 866-2474
April 7th
HAVE TEA with CINDERALLA!!!!
@ 12:30pm
Before the Saturday Matinee of the performance of Roger & Hammerstein's "Cinderella-Enchanted" All Tea Tickets include reserved seating a royal announcement and memorabilia for the princess.
Cost: $22 Adults, $20 Princesses (12 and under)
Location: Grants Pass High School Choir Room.
Contact: Sandra Castle (541) 660-6545
April 7th
OUTDOOR GROWERS/MARKET
@ 9am
Every Saturday in the month, this outdoor market is a favorite with residents and tourists, the Growers' Market is second only to the Rogue river as an area attraction. It showcases the finest fresh fruits and vegetables growing in the Southern Oregon region, as well as secondary wood products, gourmet specialty foods, artists and crafters. Members attend fro Medford, Butte Falls, Winston, Canyonville, Gold Hill, Roseburg and the Illinois Valley.
Location: Growers Market - parking lot located on F Street behind the US Post Office
Contact: (541) 476-5375
April 7th
CAVE JUNCTION EASTER EGG HUNT
@ 9am
Location: Jubilee Park
Contact: Steve Lyons (541) 287-0290
April 7th
EASTER EGG HUNT in RIVERSIDE PARK
@ 10am
Location: Riverside Park in Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 476-8139
April 7th
COOKING with KIDS - EASTER
@ 10am
Cooking with kids is a grat way to spend time with them. Recipes will include eggs, bunnies, jelly beans and carrots. Children must be 5 years old and accompanied by an adult for this hands-on class.
Location: OHMS-Community Health Education Center - 128 SW I Street, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 471-4208
www.ohmslive.com
April 7th
MERLIN EASTER EGG HUNT
@ 10:30am
Location: Merlin Community Park, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: Mike (541) 956-5220
April 7th
WOLF CREEK EASTER EGG HUNT & PARADE
@ 12pm
Wolf Creek Easter Egg Hunt & Parade- Festivities start an noon with the parade followed by the Easter Egg Hunt.
Location: Wolf Creek
April 10th - April 16th
WILDLIFE IMAGES PRESENTS: Volunteer Appreciation Days
@ 9am
Help us thank our valuable volunteers. Bring a token of your appreciation , such as a poem, card, flower, chocolate etc...And receive free admission to Wildlife Images. Reservations are required. Call for more information or visit the website.
Location: Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center - 11845 Lower River Rd, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: for more info call (541) 476-0222
www.wildlifeimages.org
April 13th
SILVER RING THING SHOW
@ 5:45pm
Doors open for this FREE Concert style show to middle and high school youth. Show is from 6:30-9pm. A silver ring for $20 is optional and some ring scholarships are available. The Silver Ring Thing presents the "Image is Everything" tour promoting abstinence until marriage though a relationship with Jesus Christ. Its' about guys, girls, dating, waiting, love , second chances and the best choices. Parent session also included from 6:30-7:30pm.
Location: Pregnancy Care Center - 714 SE 8th Street, Grants Pass
Contact: for more information or to receive free promotional materials for your school or youth group call Jo Lisa (541)479-6264
www.silverringthing.com
April 13th
POETRY SHARING
@ 7pm
Free to the public. Donations welcome. Read your poetry or listen to others. Mark your calendar for every second Friday of the month.
Location: Grants Pass Museum of Art - 229 SW G Street, Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 479-3290
April 14th
LOW VISION FAIR
@ 9am
Presented by the Oregon Commission for the Blind. See the latest in adaptive aids and technology for people who are blind or have low vision.
Location: HASL Independent Abilities Center- 305 NE E Street, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 955-7337
April 14th
OUTDOOR GROWERS/MARKET
@ 9am
see above for information
April 16th
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SERIES- Part 2 Build a Healthy Plate - repeat
@ 5:30pm
This series is based on the "Choose MyPlate" Food Guidance System delveloped by the USDA. Vegetables provide important vitamins and minerals and most are low in calories. Vegetable recipes will be prepared.
Location: OHMS-Community Health Education Center - 128 SW I Street,Grants Pass, OR
Contact: (541) 471-4208
www.ohmslive.com
April 21st
CITY CLEAN UP DAY
@ 8am
A gathering of volunteers to help clean up downtown Grants Pass in time for tourist season.
Location: Downtown Grants Pass
April 21st
OUTDOOR GROWERS/MARKET
@ 9am
See above for information
April 21st & 22nd
SPRING GARDEN FAIR
@ 9am
Josephine County master Gardeners and more than 70 other vendors selling annuals, perennials, vegetables, trees and garden-related merchandise.
Location: Josephine County Fairgrounds - 1451 Fairgrounds Rd,
Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 476-6613 or (541) 472-9382
April 21st
WALK MS OREGON 2012
@ 10am
Register & start fundraising for MS TODAY! Your fundraising through Walk MS has the power to change the world for people living with this disease. From community programs and services to groundbreaking research, every dollar means hope for an M S-free tomorrow.
Location: Twin Creeks Park - Central Point, Medford
Contact: Robyn (503) 445-8342
www.WALKMSoregon.com
April 21st
7th ANNUAL COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER
@ 11am- 4pm
Hosted by Soroptimist International River Valley. Drop off new or hand-made gifts to one of the collection centers: Albertson's - North & South, Chesi Jo's Baby Boutique, 307 SW G Street, Sterling Bank, 135 NE Terry lane, Fred Meyer, Evergreen Federal Bank, 969 SE 6th Street, J.C. Penny, 939 NE D Street , South Valley Bank & Trust, 290 Union Ave 7 4th & G Streets, YMCA, 1000 Redwood Ave.
Location: Party will be on April 21 @11am at both Albertson's Supermarkets in Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 218-9974
www.soroptimistRV.org
April 21st
TASTE of the ROUGUE
@ 5-10pm
This premiere social event in Southern Oregon features a live and silent auction, sample tasting from over 30 local and regional restaurants, several wineries and breweries and tons of fun!
Location: Boys & Girls Club - 203 SE 9th Street, Grants Pass
Contact: for more info go to website
www.tasteoftherougue.com
April 21
TOBY FUND "Auction for Animals"
@ 5:15pm
Live Music- Ashland blues/folk musician Pete Herzon "Black Porch Blues" plays as we snack on light "Country Supper" - 5:30-6:45 pm. Auction with auctioneer Will Danielson 7-8pm. Door Prizes. Auction items include art/crafts by local artists, tools, "petr" items/gift certificates, dinner out gift certificates, kitchen items, travel/vacation including a 3 day party in Puerto Vallarta! Book signig by Angie B author of "Tucker's New Life Off the Chain" about the Toby fund's "Unchain My Heart" project.
Cost: $10
Location: Redwood Grange
www.tobyfund.org
April 22
WILDLIFE IMAGES PRESENTS: Earth Day- Go Green
@ 9am
Wear Green and Admission is 1/2 price. Children can enter the color completion to win a free pass on the Expedition Transport for the rest of 2012! Reservations are required.
Location: Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center - 11845 Lower River Road, Grants Pass
Contact: for more info call (541) 476-0222 or visit website
www.wildlifeimages.org
April 22
ROGUE VALLEY SYMPHONY CONCERT V
@ 3pm
The RVS will present its Concert Series V for the 2011-2012 Season. Gary Karr, guest bassist, will perform Koussevitsky's Double Bass concerto & Pagannis Moses Fantasy. Also on program are Rossini's La Gazza Ladra Overture & Sibelius Symphony #2. Music director Martin Majkut will present a pre-concert talk one hour before the performance.
Cost: $10
Locations: Grants Pass Performing Arts Center @ GPHS
Contact: (541) 552-6398
www.rvsymphony.org/index.shtml
April 22nd - May 10th
SPRING YARD WASTE COLLECTION
@ 8am
Leaves & small branches are collected and recycled free of charge for city residents (no businesses). Leaves must be bagged and tied. Branches should be tied in bundles and should not be more than 4 feet long or have a diameter of no more that 3 inches. Leaves and small branches must be placed on curb by 8am on the following pick-up days: NW area- Mondays, NE area - Tuesdays, SW areas - Wednesdays, & SE areas - Thursdays. Nothing over 40lbs and NO garbage, sod, dirt, grass clippings, rocks, gravel, or lumber is accepted. Yard waste may also be brought to JO GRO for $1/yd, $2 mimimum.
Location: City of Grants Pass
April 24th
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SERIES - Part 3 - Focus on Fruit
@ 12 pm
Fruit provides nutrients vital for health. Most fruit is low in fat, sodium and calories, with no cholesterol. Fruit recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert will be prepared.
Location: OHMS-Community Health Education Center - 128 SW I Street, Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 471-4208
www.ohmslive.com
April 27th - May 13th
BARNSTORMERS THEATRE- An Enemy of the People
@ 7pm
Cost: $14
Location: Barnstormers Theatre - 112 NE Evelyn Ave, Grants Pass, OR
Contact: call for show times (541) 479-3557 or visit website
www.BarnstormersGP.org
April 27th-29th
ROGUE GEM & GEOLOGY GEM SHOW
@ 9am
Annual Rock Show
Cost: $1.00
Location: Josephine County Fairgrounds - 1451 Fairgrounds Rd, Grants Pass
Contact: Mary Bowers (541) 479-1045
April 27th
ONCE UPON a HORSE OPEN BENEFIT HORSE SHOW
@ 9am
Reigning classes on Fiday. ahow to support Grants Pass non-profit organization that helps children with disabilites.
OHA And Show Rules: www.oregonhorsemen.com
Location: Jackson County Expo - Medford, OR
Contact: Candy Morasch (541) 956-0600 or Jennifer Oliver (541) 476-5008
www.onceuponamorganhouse.com
April 27th
3rd ANNUAL DOMESTIC & SEXUAL VIOLENCE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
@ 10am- 3pm
You have been designated as a stakeholder in the welfare of our commutity and we hope that you will take this opportunity to help continue our plan to end domestic violence in Josephine County. We encourage you to attend and to invite those who you believe would benefit from learning about additional resources and information on how to create a more empowering experience for survivors. If you know someone and would like us to send an invitation, please let us know.
Cost: $20
Location: Grants Pass Golf Club - 230 Espey Road, Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 592-4147 or devcoor@frontiernet.net
April 28th
OUTDOOR GROWERS/MARKET
@ 9am
Please see above for information
April 28th
CYNTHIA'S HOME SWEET HOME - Murder Mystery Dinne Theater
@ 6pm
Join us for an evening of suspense, food, mystery and fun. All guests participate as much or as little as they like through out the evening, but everyone will be asked to put in their two cents to help solve the heinous crimes that are committed here every other Saturday. Every month is a new story and new event. The fun evening provides not only a meal but entertainment as well.
Cost: $35
Location: Cynthia's Home Sweet Home Cafe - 1038 NW 6th Street, Grants Pass
Contact: www.cynthiascomfortfood.com/index.html
April 28th - May 6th
SPRING BURN WINDOW
@ 8am
Open burning within City limits requires a permit, which costs $10 and is available at teh Parkway Public Safety Center @ 800 East Park Street. Permits will go on sale Wed April 25th and will be sold April 25-27 and April 30-May4. Office hours are Monday- Friday 8am - 4pm only. No refunds will be issued for unused permits.
Location: City of Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 450-6200 or www.grantspassoregon.gov
April 28th
EARTH DAY'S FREE DUMP DAY
@ 8am
Location: City of Grants Pass
Contact: for information call Allied Waste (541) 479-3371 or Southern Oregon Sanitation (541) 479-5335 for details
April 28th
MARCH FOR BABIES
@ 9am
A walk-a-thon and fundraiser for the March of Dimes, starts in Riverside Park and is follwoed by a BBQ.
Location: Riverside Park, Grants Pass
Contact: (800) 811-0805 or (541) 686-2170
April 28th
HEALTHY KIDS DAY
@ 10am
Carnival, games, health screenings, snack making, crafts and information booths.
Location: Grants Pass YMCA-1000 Redwood Ave
Contact: (541) 474-0001
April 28th
SUSHI STROLL
Sponsored by the Grants Pass Association of Realtors and Towne Center Association.
Location: Downtown Grants Pass
Contact: Heather Martinez (541) 218-3815
April 28th
DRUG TAKE BACK
@ 10am
Location: Grants Pass Justice Building
Contact: for more info call (541) 450-6255
April 28th
WOODLAND ASSISTANCE & COST SHARE UPDATE
@ 12pm
Are you a small woodland owner who needs to accomplish some forestry work but isn't sure how to pay for it? Do you need some good on-the-ground advise to get started? This program will bring you up to speed on the technical, financial, and educational assistance currently available for stewardship planning thinning and stand improvement, fuels/fire hazard reduction, wildlife enhancement and other forestry & conservation practices. Representatives from the Oregon Dept of Forestry, National Resources Conservation Service and other local agencies and organizations will be on hand to explain their programs and answer your questions. Funding is limited and requirements vary by program, but there are some opportunities out there for proactive landowners.
Location: Tree School- Rogue Community College
Contact: Max Bennett (541) 776-7371 ext 221
April 28th
MOTOR MADNESS - Tuff Trucks
@ 1pm
Attend our new motor sports series. Races, entertainment, food, beverages, prizes & FUN! Register: 1pm, Event: 5pm Tickets sold day of event. Cash sales only. Kids 5 & under FREE - registration forms on-line at Fair Office.
Cost: $12
Location: Josephine County Fairgrounds- 1451 Fairgrounds Rd,
Grants Pass
Contact: (541) 476-3215
April 28th
GRANTS PASS CHAMBER of COMMERCE ANNUAL DINNER & AWARDS BANQUET
@ 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: TapRock Event Center
Contact: Sue Brown (541) 476-7717