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YOUTH PROGRAMS | up to 18 years

Winter & Spring Fun for Kids! Plenty of ways for kids to try something new this season!

Kindermusik is an internationally accredited early-childhood music program that supports developmental milestones. Babies through preschoolers explore music through singing, instruments, and movement, building confidence, communication, and early learning skills. Registration required.

Session 1: Jan 7-28 | Session 2: Feb 4-25 | Session 3: Mar 4-25 | Session 4: Apr 1-22
$75 per session or get a Season Pass: Jan 7-Apr 22 | $300
Wednesdays at The Grove

Each session has different time slots for the different age groups, but all fall on the same day.

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This class is perfect for ages 6-15 years who have never picked up a guitar or ukulele before, or for those who have struggled with traditional lessons in the past. With a simple step-by-step approach, students will be playing recognizable songs on either the guitar or ukulele - its up to them! Registration is required.

Free instruments are available. Please contact Rogue Music Academy at 541-292-4247 if you do not already have your own instrument. 

$100 (4 classes) | Feb 2-23 | 5:15pm-6:15pm
Ashland Senior Center | 1699 Homes Ave, Ashland OR 

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Participants of all abilities can immerse themselves in an array of video games, board games, and more! Noise canceling headphones are provided to focus on the action and fidgets are available for those who need them. Light refreshments are provided and players can bring personal games and consoles to share. Registration is required.

In partnership with Bridging Communities & Autism Society of Oregon

FREE | Fridays, 5:30pm-7pm | Jan 9 | Feb 13 | Mar 13 | Apr 10
Ashland Senior Center | 1699 Homes Ave, Ashland OR 

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ADULT PROGRAMS | ages 18+

Explore new art classes, guitar & ukulele lessons, dance, yoga, and more. Designed for every ability, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and try something new. 

*16 & 17 year olds must have adult permission to join an activity. Anyone younger than 16 must have parents accompany them if the instructor allows.

Join local artist Lorie Deller, BFA, for a series of beginner-friendly art classes. Explore drawing techniques, watercolor basics, and color theory with acrylics. All classes provide supplies and a relaxed, welcoming environment for adults 16+ to learn, create, and have fun. Registration is required, classes are $35 each.

Dimensions in Drawing: Shadows & Highlights: March 8 | 6-8pm

Grid Drawing with Graphite: March 24 | 6-8pm

Beginning Watercolor: March 31 | 6-8pm

Color Theory with Acrylics: April 14th | 6-8pm
 

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Learn about local birds and help count the species visiting the feeders at North Mountain Park alongside expert birders. Your observations support Cornell University’s FeederWatch project, with help from the Rogue Valley Audubon Society. FREE, no registration required, and loaner binoculars available.

Alternate Saturdays | 9-10 am

Jan 3, 17, 31 | Feb 14, 28 | March 14 
North Mountain Park Pavilion
Ages 9 and up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)

Open to all ages 16+ and experience levels, these classes focus on postures, breathing, and meditation to promote strength, flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. Chair Yoga is ideal for those with mobility limitations or injury recovery, while Hatha Yoga allows participants to move at their own pace. Registration required.

Yoga Multipass Now Available! Get a 4-class multipass for $70 - Classes are $20 each without multipass.

Chair Yoga: Fridays | Jan 2 - Apr 24 | 10am-11:15am

Hatha Yoga: Wednesdays | Jan 7-Apr 29 | 5:30-6:45pm

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SENIOR PROGRAMS | ages 50+

From line dancing and chair yoga to game days, discussion groups, crafts, and educational classes, we have something for every ability. New this season: Guitar & Ukulele for ages 50+.

Enjoy small group personal training that helps prevent and reverse physical declines associated with aging. Each session meets twice a week for a month, excluding holidays. This program focuses on muscle, cardio and bone health, plus incorporates cognitive sharpness, and proprioception (body awareness).

Beyond the small-group instruction, each participant will get a customized plan and several instructor check-ins by phone and email, to review goals and progress.

While designed for most fitness levels, participants must be able to get up off the floor unassisted. Instructor will provide equipment. Add life to your years and years to your life!

Classes are available: Monday & Thursday or Thursday & Saturday - Times vary

Call Beth to register and find available times: 541-324-8609

$70-$90 per session | Participants must be approved by Beth to attend.

Beginning players learn a step-by-step approach to play recognizable songs with either the guitar or ukulele—it’s up to you! Intended for new musicians, and no one is too old to start. 

Free rental instruments are available. Please contact Rogue Music Academy at (541) 292-4247 if you do not already have your own instrument.  Registration is required.

$100 | Monday | Feb 2-23 | 4:15-5pm | Ashland Senior Center 

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PARK UPDATE

East Main Park is in sight!

The East Main Park project has successfully navigated the bidding process and is now moving rapidly toward construction.

Following the close of bids—which saw four competitive submissions—we have identified the qualified, lowest bidder and submitted our official intent to award the contract.

We are currently in the final stages of contract negotiations.

This means we are steps away from finalizing the agreement and then making plans for construction to begin.

More updates coming soon! Find all East Main Park info on our Plans & Projects page.