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FREE Kid's Day at Crater Rock Museum
May
11
10:30 AM10:30

FREE Kid's Day at Crater Rock Museum

Kids Day is the second Saturday of every month. This is a special day that the museum sets aside to expose children to the world of earth sciences, fossils, dinosaurs, and other really cool things we know they would like.

Thanks to our community partners, there are new give aways  each month, beginning at 10:30am and continuing through 3:30pm.

There is a rockyard for rockhounding with great prices on specimen collecting. We have a large sluice to pan for gem stones. Gem Stone Panning Bags are $1 off on Kids Day. All kids apparel is 10% off. And don’t forget to fill out the free kids raffle after touring the museum.

Museum Admission
17 years old or younger – FREE (because it’s Kids Day!)

Adults – $7.00

Seniors & Veterans – $6.00   

Any Student – $5.00

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STATEWIDE FREE FISHING WEEKEND
Jun
1
to Jun 2

STATEWIDE FREE FISHING WEEKEND

On Free Fishing Weekends, you don’t need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon.
That’s no license, no tag, no endorsement needed.

The first weekend in June is Oregon’s traditional Free Fishing Weekend. In the past, ODFW and its partners have sponsored several free fishing events throughout the state.

In the meantime, we've pulled together everything you'll need to  plan your own DIY free fishing day adventure.

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FREE Entry into Crater Lake for Juneteenth
Jun
19
12:00 AM00:00

FREE Entry into Crater Lake for Juneteenth

Al National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. 

National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all the time. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

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FREE Entry into Crater Lake for the Great American Outdoors Act
Aug
4
12:30 AM00:30

FREE Entry into Crater Lake for the Great American Outdoors Act

Al National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. 

National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all the time. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

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FREE Entry into Crater Lake - National Public Lands Day
Sep
28
12:30 AM00:30

FREE Entry into Crater Lake - National Public Lands Day

National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all the time. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

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FREE Entry into National Parks - Crater Lake - Veteran's Day
Nov
11
12:30 PM12:30

FREE Entry into National Parks - Crater Lake - Veteran's Day

National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

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Statewide Free Fishing Weekend in Oregon
Nov
29
to Nov 30

Statewide Free Fishing Weekend in Oregon

On Free Fishing Weekends, you don’t need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon.
That’s no license, no tag, no endorsement needed.

The first weekend in June is Oregon’s traditional Free Fishing Weekend. In the past, ODFW and its partners have sponsored several free fishing events throughout the state.

ODFW

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FREE Entry into Crater Lake for the First Day of National Park Week
Apr
20
12:00 AM00:00

FREE Entry into Crater Lake for the First Day of National Park Week

Al National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. 

National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all the time. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

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FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER
Apr
13
12:00 PM12:00

FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER

All ages welcome.

2nd Saturday of the month, 12 pm-2 pm

Come create, explore, and enjoy discovering art at the Rogue Gallery & Art Center the second Saturday of each month. Create interesting art projects in the Rogue Studio and explore our Main, Community, and Members’ Gallery spaces with an art scavenger hunt the whole family will enjoy!  All children must be accompanied by an adult.

ALL AGES WELCOME. ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. NO CHARGE.


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FREE Kid's Day at Crater Rock Museum
Apr
13
10:30 AM10:30

FREE Kid's Day at Crater Rock Museum

Kids Day is the second Saturday of every month. This is a special day that the museum sets aside to expose children to the world of earth sciences, fossils, dinosaurs, and other really cool things we know they would like.

Thanks to our community partners, there are new give aways  each month, beginning at 10:30am and continuing through 3:30pm.

There is a rockyard for rockhounding with great prices on specimen collecting. We have a large sluice to pan for gem stones. Gem Stone Panning Bags are $1 off on Kids Day. All kids apparel is 10% off. And don’t forget to fill out the free kids raffle after touring the museum.

Museum Admission
17 years old or younger – FREE (because it’s Kids Day!)

Adults – $7.00

Seniors & Veterans – $6.00   

Any Student – $5.00

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FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER
Mar
9
12:00 PM12:00

FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER

All ages welcome.

2nd Saturday of the month, 12 pm-2 pm

Come create, explore, and enjoy discovering art at the Rogue Gallery & Art Center the second Saturday of each month. Create interesting art projects in the Rogue Studio and explore our Main, Community, and Members’ Gallery spaces with an art scavenger hunt the whole family will enjoy!  All children must be accompanied by an adult.

ALL AGES WELCOME. ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. NO CHARGE.


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KIDS DAY AT CRATER ROCK MUSEUM
Mar
9
10:30 AM10:30

KIDS DAY AT CRATER ROCK MUSEUM

Kids Day is the second Saturday of every month. This is a special day that the museum sets aside to expose children to the world of earth sciences, fossils, dinosaurs, and other really cool things we know they would like.

Thanks to our community partners, there are new give aways  each month, beginning at 10:30am and continuing through 3:30pm.

There is a rockyard for rockhounding with great prices on specimen collecting. We have a large sluice to pan for gem stones. Gem Stone Panning Bags are $1 off on Kids Day. All kids apparel is 10% off. And don’t forget to fill out the free kids raffle after touring the museum.

Museum Admission
17 years old or younger – FREE (because it’s Kids Day!)

Adults – $7.00

Seniors & Veterans – $6.00   

Any Student – $5.00

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FREE FISHING WEEKEND IN OREGON - THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
Nov
24
to Nov 25

FREE FISHING WEEKEND IN OREGON - THANKSGIVING WEEKEND

On Free Fishing Weekends, you don’t need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon.
That’s no license, no tag, no endorsement needed.

The first weekend in June is Oregon’s traditional Free Fishing Weekend. In the past, ODFW and its partners have sponsored several free fishing events throughout the state.

In the meantime, we've pulled together everything you'll need to plan your own DIY free fishing day adventure.

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KIDS DAY AT CRATER ROCK MUSEUM
Oct
14
10:30 AM10:30

KIDS DAY AT CRATER ROCK MUSEUM

Kids Day is the second Saturday of every month. This is a special day that the museum sets aside to expose children to the world of earth sciences, fossils, dinosaurs, and other really cool things we know they would like.

Thanks to our community partners, there are new give aways  each month, beginning at 10:30am and continuing through 3:30pm.

There is a rockyard for rockhounding with great prices on specimen collecting. We have a large sluice to pan for gem stones. Gem Stone Panning Bags are $1 off on Kids Day. All kids apparel is 10% off. And don’t forget to fill out the free kids raffle after touring the museum.

Museum Admission
17 years old or younger – FREE (because it’s Kids Day!)

Adults – $7.00

Seniors & Veterans – $6.00   

Any Student – $5.00

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FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER
Sep
9
12:00 PM12:00

FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER

All ages welcome.

2nd Saturday of the month, 12 pm-2 pm

Come create, explore, and enjoy discovering art at the Rogue Gallery & Art Center the second Saturday of each month. Create interesting art projects in the Rogue Studio and explore our Main, Community, and Members’ Gallery spaces with an art scavenger hunt the whole family will enjoy!  All children must be accompanied by an adult.

ALL AGES WELCOME. ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. NO CHARGE.


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FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER
Aug
12
12:00 PM12:00

FREE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY at ROGUE GALLERY & ART CENTER

All ages welcome.

2nd Saturday of the month, 12 pm-2 pm

July 8 and August 12

Come create, explore, and enjoy discovering art at the Rogue Gallery & Art Center the second Saturday of each month. Create interesting art projects in the Rogue Studio and explore our Main, Community, and Members’ Gallery spaces with an art scavenger hunt the whole family will enjoy!  All children must be accompanied by an adult.

ALL AGES WELCOME. ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. NO CHARGE.


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KIDS DAY AT CRATER ROCK MUSEUM
Aug
12
10:30 AM10:30

KIDS DAY AT CRATER ROCK MUSEUM

Kids Day is the second Saturday of every month. This is a special day that the museum sets aside to expose children to the world of earth sciences, fossils, dinosaurs, and other really cool things we know they would like.

Thanks to our community partners, there are new give aways  each month, beginning at 10:30am and continuing through 3:30pm.

There is a rockyard for rockhounding with great prices on specimen collecting. We have a large sluice to pan for gem stones. Gem Stone Panning Bags are $1 off on Kids Day. All kids apparel is 10% off. And don’t forget to fill out the free kids raffle after touring the museum.

Museum Admission
17 years old or younger – FREE (because it’s Kids Day!)

Adults – $7.00

Seniors & Veterans – $6.00   

Any Student – $5.00

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SOUTHERN OREGON GEOCACHING DISCOVER CENTRAL POINT GEOCOIN CHALLENGE
May
1
9:00 AM09:00

SOUTHERN OREGON GEOCACHING DISCOVER CENTRAL POINT GEOCOIN CHALLENGE

Come join us for the 5th Anniversary of our "Discover Central Point Geocacaching Challenge!"

Bring the whole family out for this adventure filled day, discovering the sights around beautiful Central Point. This is a free event and perfect for individuals, groups or families. No experience is needed!

All you need is a smart phone or GPS device and then it's off to adventure! Plus, after completion of the 2021 passport, you earn a unique commemorative geocaching coin!

Come join in the fun and learn more about the high-tech treasure hunt that is Geocaching!

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BEAR CREEK SALMON FESTIVAL
Oct
3
to Oct 4

BEAR CREEK SALMON FESTIVAL

Celebrate the Bear Creek Watershed and the return of the salmon with a day of free, family activities, live music and good food at North Mountain Park. Kids will enjoy crafts, games and exploring Bear Creek. The whole family will enjoy a variety of live entertainers at the pavilion, salmon-cooking near the amphitheater and delicious food from a local food truck.

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ROGUE VALLEY YMCA FAMILY NIGHT
Mar
20
6:00 PM18:00

ROGUE VALLEY YMCA FAMILY NIGHT

Come to the YMCA for an evening of free, fun family time. There is a theme each month with a special project in the lobby plus activities include swimming, basketball and racquetball. Try rock climbing while staff spot you in our climbing gym. Enjoy a swim in our large swimming pool with toys, a slide and a hot tub.

ROGUE VALLEY YMCA

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FREE EXPRESSIONS - FELTING - AT ASHLAND ART CENTER
Feb
8
10:30 AM10:30

FREE EXPRESSIONS - FELTING - AT ASHLAND ART CENTER

Explore the unlimited possibilities of your own creativity! This fun art class for kids of all ages has something for everyone – we’re going to have a blast making art!

Saturday’s, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

For children and families (ages 6 and younger need a supervising adult present).

Drop in anytime during the session.

FREE! Includes materials.

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ROGUE VALLEY YMCA FAMILY NIGHT
Jan
17
6:00 PM18:00

ROGUE VALLEY YMCA FAMILY NIGHT

Come to the YMCA for an evening of free, fun family time. There is a theme each month with a special project in the lobby plus activities include swimming, basketball and racquetball. Try rock climbing while staff spot you in our climbing gym. Enjoy a swim in our large swimming pool with toys, a slide and a hot tub.

ROGUE VALLEY YMCA

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OREGON CAVES COMMUNITY DAY & FOOD DRIVE
Sep
28
10:00 AM10:00

OREGON CAVES COMMUNITY DAY & FOOD DRIVE

  • Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Community Appreciation Day and Food Drive at the Oregon Caves! 
Free Cave tours and so much more!

We will be giving back to our wonderful supportive community of Southern Oregon with FREE first come first served cave tours all day! 
Stones and Bones Touch Table
Animal Track castings
Native and Pioneer Games in the Chateau
Tour of the Historic District

For their safety, children must be at least 42 inches (107 cm) tall to take a tour. 
Please be aware that the cave tour is physically demanding. It requires the ability to walk and stoop through narrow, twisting passages, including an 88-foot (27m) passageway with ceilings as low as 45 inches (114 cm), and the ability to ascend and descend over 500 steps, many of them steep, uneven and/or without handrails.
DO NOT wear or bring clothes, shoes or other items used in a cave, mine, or other bat habitat. Spores carried on personal items spread white-nose syndrome, a deadly disease that kills bats.

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TALENT HARVEST FESTIVAL
Sep
21
10:00 AM10:00

TALENT HARVEST FESTIVAL

This year's event will feature:
- Harvest Festival 5K Run with Southern Oregon Runners
- Pancake Breakfast hosted by Southern Oregon Runners
- Parade through downtown Talent
- Live Music by Salsa Brava, Waking Hazel, and Jaya(Raise)
- ScienceLive! by Science Works
- Arts & Crafts Vendors
- Food trucks
- Beer and Wine Garden hosted by Caldera & Pascals

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HARRY POTTER BIRTHDAY PARTY
Jul
31
1:00 PM13:00

HARRY POTTER BIRTHDAY PARTY

Follow the Marauders Map to visit these fine Wizarding Establishments to celebrate the biggest day of the Wizarding Calendar: Harry Potter's (and JK Rowling's) Birthday!

Wizarding Activities include:

Hogwarts Great Hall offers House Sorting at the ASHLAND LIBRARY
Herbology Class is taught at BESTOW & BLOOM
NEWT and OWL testing and advanced Divination is at BOOK EXCHANGE
The Quibbler News Room returns to BLACK SHEEP
Make your Wizard and Faery Wand at BUG A BOO
Honeydukes returns to CROWN JEWEL
Madame Puddifoot's Tea Shop is serving Treacle Tarts at ELEVEN ON THE CREEK
Magical Portraits are at ESCAPE ASHLAND
Mr Weasley's Muggle Emporium at GOOD & WILL
Weasleys Wizard Wheezes Trivia Challenge is at FUN AGAIN GAMES
Slytherin House will make Polyjuice Potion in Potion Class at INSPIRED BY OREGON
Butterbeer tasting at Hog's Head at NW NATURE SHOP
Hufflepuff House will teach how to read tea leaves in Divination Class at PADDINGTON EXPRESS
Ravenclaw House will teach Ancient Runes to make your own Rune at PADDINGTON JEWEL BOX
Gryffindor House will teach Defense Against the Dark Arts at PADDINGTON STATION
Platform 9 and 3/4 is at RENAISSANCE ROSE
Slug and Jiggers Apothecary will offer potionmaking at The SPICE & TEA EXCHANGE
The Ministry of Magic is offering Most Wanted Wizard photos at TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
Diagon Alley and Gringotts Goblin Bank is at TREEHOUSE for all your Wizard School Supplies shopping
The Quidditch Supply Store is at WEBSTERS
A magical surprise at YOGURT HUT

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