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Barnstormers  Spring Market
May
1
to May 3

Barnstormers Spring Market

A pop-up market with all things vintage, handmade, home decor and boutique

May 1 - 2, 2026 At The Expo, Jackson County Oregon Fairgrounds. Our Spring Market will have the expo chock full of vendors including true vintage, handmade jewelry and gifts, garden décor, plants, and boutique clothing!

Food trucks, beverages, and a super fun shopping experience! 


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Made in Southern Oregon in Central Point
May
9
9:00 AM09:00

Made in Southern Oregon in Central Point

Discover the talent and creativity that Southern Oregon has to offer! From handcrafted art and leather goods to woodworking, welding, gourmet food, beverages, farming, jewelry, and so much more—there’s something for everyone to enjoy. If you’re a local maker, we’d love for you to be part of this exciting event!
📅 When: Saturday, May 9th, 9:00am - 4:00pm
📍 Where: Pine Street, between 1st and 7th

Join us and celebrate the incredible makers of our community!

Interested in being a vendor?

Are you a vendor interested in showcasing your products at our next Made in Southern Oregon event on Saturday, May 9th? Don’t miss this opportunity—register today using the links below!

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Grants Pass Wine Stroll
May
9
2:00 PM14:00

Grants Pass Wine Stroll

This is the valley's premier walking wine tour taking place Mother's Day weekend. This delightful event takes place in downtown Grants Pass on Saturday, May 9th from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. Bringing wineries, eateries and vendors all together in downtown businesses; creating a unique experience allowing participants to leisurely stroll from business to business, sampling great wines, delicious food, all while taking in all the local wares.
 

This is a 21+ event. Tickets are $50 Pre-Sale and $55 Day-Of. Tickets can be purchased online at www.grantspasschamber.org or at the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce located at 1995 NW Vine St.


Ticket price includes: Commemorative glass, re-usable bag for shopping, map of participating locations and (1) tasting per location. 
TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

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Vista 222 Mother's Day Brunch
May
10
10:00 AM10:00

Vista 222 Mother's Day Brunch

Treat that special mother in your life to a unique culinary experience prepared by Fireside Catering Co. Crafted with care for all she does, this brunch is the perfect way to show Mom your appreciation.

Where: Vista222, 222 Missouri Flat Rd. Grants Pass, OR 97527 (541-450-9422) CALL FOR RESERVATIONS

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Dunbar Farms Mother's Day Brunch & Live Music
May
10
10:00 AM10:00

Dunbar Farms Mother's Day Brunch & Live Music

We have 2 events today just for mom! First up, treat mom to brunch! The team is creating a lovely menu with a variety of delicious brunch options. We will also be serving Mimosas, our wines, and a selection of other beverages. Reservations are required for brunch. We will have seatings at 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00 and 12:30. Please call us at (541) 203-0612 or email info@dunbarfarms.com to make a reservation


Second event: mom is ready to rock with The Robbie DaCosta Band is playing live music from 2-4pm. A lunch menu will be served from 1-5:30pm. Reservations are strongly recommended for lunch and the music event.

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Rhododendron Sunday at Shore Acres State Park
May
10
11:00 AM11:00

Rhododendron Sunday at Shore Acres State Park

Rhododendron Sunday/Mother’s Day at Shore Acres State Park – May 12, 2024. Treat mom and family to a delightful day at Shore Acres south of Charleston, Oregon. In the garden, Park Rangers will have a display of cut blooms and will be available to answer your questions about rhodies. The park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk and the Garden House will be open from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. with refreshments provided by the Friends of Shore Acres. ($5)

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Lake of the Woods Mother's Day Buffet
May
10
7:00 PM19:00

Lake of the Woods Mother's Day Buffet

Celebrate Mom with us at the lake for our Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet, served from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with the last seating at 3:00 PM. Reservations will open April 9th, with seating times ranging from one hour to an hour and a half depending on party size and availability. Please note, our resort restaurant is currently closed Monday through Thursday, so our reservations team will return calls for this event in the order they are received on Thursdays and Fridays. To reserve your spot, call 541-949-8300 ext. 7080. Menu details and pricing will be announced soon—we look forward to celebrating with you!


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Pressed Flower Frames with Monogram
Apr
18
10:30 AM10:30

Pressed Flower Frames with Monogram

APRIL

Craft: Pressed Flower Monogram Frame in Honor of Moms

Date & Time: Saturday, April 18th, 1030am - 1230pm

Location: Phoenix, Oregon Grange

Admission: PLEASE NOTE: This class if for ages 10 and over. $10 per person, Free for college students, kids and teens 19 and under.

Payment may be made through Venmo.

This class will max out at 40 attendees.

We will supply:

Wood Frame

Custom Monogram Letter

Pressed Flowers

Paint

Mod Podge

Ribbon

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Lovejoy's Tea Room Queen Mum's Afternoon Tea
May
11
1:30 PM13:30

Lovejoy's Tea Room Queen Mum's Afternoon Tea

Celebrate your Quee4n Mum by joining us on Sunday, 5/11 for our annual Queen Mum’s Afternoon Tea

In addition to an elegant tea service, each queen mum will receive a small gift to take back to her castle.

Please let us know of any dietary restrictions when book. In addition, if there is a child in your party who might prefer a child’s selection of sandwiches, please include that information in your booking!

Three seating times 11am, 1pm and 3pm

  • Tea Sandwiches

  • Warm Scone with Clotted Cream and Preserves

  • 2 Sweets

  • A Tea Flight of Three Teas

$60 per person, including tax and gratuity. Tickets are non-refundable.

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Belle Fiore Mother's Day Lunch
May
11
12:00 PM12:00

Belle Fiore Mother's Day Lunch

Appetizer Board & Fruit Platter

Sides

Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad w/ fresh basil/ olive oil/ balsamic reduction

Spring Pasta Salad w/ asparagus/ spinach / artichokes/ cherry tomatoes

Veg Frittata w/ spinach/ potatoes/ red bell pepper/ cheese

Mash potatoes creamy potatoes w/ chopped chives

Roasted root vegetables Carrots/ rutabaga/ parsnips/ sweet potatoes

Entrees

Rosemary Roasted Pork loin w/ Dijon cream sauce

Honey chipotle glaze salmon

Meatballs all beef meatball in house marinade sauce

Savory Bread Pudding w/ sausage/ bacon/ cheese/ red bell pepper/ zucchini/ squash

Eggplant Parmesan

Desserts

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Troon Vineyard Mother's Day Brunch
May
11
10:30 AM10:30

Troon Vineyard Mother's Day Brunch

Join us at Troon Vineyard & Farm from Noon to 3 p.m. for the exceptional cuisine of Chef Carl Krause. Our tasting room will be open our normal hours from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our Mother's Day Menu will include:

small plates $15

cinnamon roll bread pudding french toast bites
Winter squash cream cheese, cereal milk anglaise, smoked maple

crispy smashed potatoes
Lamb fat, buttermilk gravy, yak sausage

Welsh rabbit (for real) Touvelle cheese, and whey braised rabbit from Harmon & Sons farm in the Applegate Valley
Sourdough focaccia, touvelle fondue, pistachio chili crisp


big plates $20 to $25

fermented carrot pastrami hash
Garrett’s carrots, honey burre blanc, egg yolk

bacon, egg & cheese gnocchi
Yup. You read that right.

GIANT popper-strudel
150 square inch treasure hunt of flavors

dessert $12

breakfast for dessert
fermented oat milk sorbet, black honey, honey clusters of grains

baked chocolate oatmeal (Breakfast brownie)
beanut butter, chocolate chip, cereal milk anglaise

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Mother's Day Brunch at Wildlife Images
May
11
9:30 AM09:30

Mother's Day Brunch at Wildlife Images

A one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12th, catered by the amazing Goodness Gracious and featuring sweet treats from House of Glory!

Enjoy a delicious spread including:

  • Bacon & sausage

  • Cheesy gooey potatoes

  • Fresh fruit & chocolate-covered strawberries

  • Mandarin spinach salad

  • Muffins

  • Biscuits & gravy

  • Mimosas

Plus:

  • Succulent planting station

  • Up-close animal encounters

Seating times:
9:30 AM | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM

TICKET PRICES

ADULTS (13+): $55 | $49.50 MEMBERS | $46.75 FOUNDERS SOCIETY

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May
10
to May 11

Galice Annual Mother's Day Weekend Garden Faire

  • Galice Community Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Non-profit Galice Community Association is putting on their 28th annual Garden Faire on Mothers Day Weekend!

Come check out what they a have to offer Saturday and Sunday from 9:00am-4:00pm each day. Shop their selection of vegetables, tomatoes, herbs, annuals, perennials and lots of vendors, a Raffle, goodie table, beer garden and more!

All money raised goes to preservation, upkeep and repair of the Galice Community Hall.


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Dear Creek Vineyards Mother's Day Concert
May
11
2:00 PM14:00

Dear Creek Vineyards Mother's Day Concert

Celebrate Mom in the vineyard for Mother's Day weekend!

Join us for wine, charcuterie & live music to make the mother in your life feel extra special.

Live Music by the Rogue Valley's own, Dave Brendlinger, from 2pm - 4pm. Dave is a singer/songwriter & multi-instrumentalist, featuring melodies of folk & Americana.

You don't want to miss it!

FREE EVENT! Doors open at 1pm.

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Rogue Valley Humane Society Mother's Day Tea
May
11
2:00 PM14:00

Rogue Valley Humane Society Mother's Day Tea

Traditional English high tea at the Bear Hotel on Saturday, May 11th from 2:00-4:00pm. There will be lovely tea, finger foods, and door prizes--all to celebrate the favorite lady in your life!

All proceeds benefit the animals of the Rogue Valley Humane Society. Tickets are available at our facility for $30 each; call 541-479-5154 for more information.

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LongSword Vineyard Mother's Day Kite Festival
May
11
to May 12

LongSword Vineyard Mother's Day Kite Festival

  • Longsword Vineyard (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at LongSword Vineyard for our Annual Mother's Day Weekend Kite Festival May 11 & 12 from 12pm - 5pm

Free admission for this event!

Beverage service is available in the tasting room with LongSword wine, local beer, and nonalcoholic drinks available for purchase.
Patio and tasting room tables are reserved for winery patrons only.

Food trucks will be onsite vending both days - Peruvian Point will be here on Saturday (11th) and Sultan’s Delight on Sunday (12th).

BYO kites, lawn chairs and shade.
We will have some kites for sale (limited quantity)

LongSword's lawn chairs and umbrellas are limited and available on a first come basis.

Restrictions and Rules:

No outside alcohol
Parking in designated areas only
Drive slowly
No dogs allowed for this event (that includes keeping them in your vehicle)
Smoke only on the gravel parking lot in designated area
Please do not disturb our farm animals or enter their pen

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Bestow Mother's Day Succulent Plant
May
11
4:00 AM04:00

Bestow Mother's Day Succulent Plant

Bring your kiddo to come create a beautiful succulent planter to give that pretty mama this Mother's Day!

Your child will choose 3 plants from a wide selection of succulents that they will pot up themselves using decorative rocks, lichens, shells and a MOM Pennant Flag they will get to create with paints.

She’s going to LOVE IT.

Ages 3 and up!

Drop off available for kids 5 and up.

Saturday

May 11

4-6:30pm

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Rogue Wear Moms & Mimosas
May
10
4:00 PM16:00

Rogue Wear Moms & Mimosas

Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with us Friday night (May 10th) from 4pm-8pm! We will have our special $10 Trailblazing Mama’s T-Shirt, mimosas & desserts. Joining us are 5 amazing mom-owned businesses:

@alexapland selling her beautiful handmade pottery

@whitefamilyhomesteaders paint your pot & plant your marigold seedling (that they grew from seeds just for this event!!)

@farm.and.flour selling her homemade sourdough loaves (classic & cheddar jalapeño)

@weldandwander will be doing her permanent jewelry thaaang

@sudsy_goat selling her homemade soaps, candles & more!

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Rogue Valley Piecemakers Quilt Show
May
10
to May 11

Rogue Valley Piecemakers Quilt Show

  • Google Calendar ICS


The Rogue Valley Piecemakers will present their 42nd Quilt Show on Friday and Saturday, May 10th and 11th, at the Josephine County Fairgrounds in Grants Pass in southern Oregon. “The Wild and Scenic Rogue” show will be a wonderful event to share with family and friends on Mother’s Day weekend. This show is always one of the premier events in Southern Oregon. You won’t want to miss it!

The  amazing quilts on display will be the stars of the show and will again include beautiful bed, lap and children’s quilts, innovative art quilts, and many other fabric related items. You’ve got to come and see!

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