Jacksonville’s Chinese New Year celebration is a treasured annual festival celebrating the contributions of the Chinese in Southern Oregon’s development. The day-long event is coordinated by the Southern Oregon Chinese Cultural Association (SOCCA).
SOCCA was formed as a non-profit, volunteer organization to develop and implement this wonderful event. This year’s celebration is on Saturday, February 13, 2021 (9am-3pm).
The day offers a wide variety of activities and events to explore different aspects of the ancient Chinese culture along with programs that show how the Chinese played an important role in Oregon’s early history.
This year’s parade has been canceled due to COVID-19 mandates, but there will be a full line-up of events for you to view virtually.
SOCCA will launch all of its celebratory events virtually from their website at www.socca.us.
This year’s celebration is extra special as it is the year of the Metal-Ox, synonymously known as the “golden Ox”.
The ox is noted for its steady, calm and hard-working demeanor and in the Chinese Zodiac the “golden Ox” portends a year of peace, prosperity and success. So says a traditional greeting, “it’s a new year, with new hope!” The Year of the Ox will be a year that brings new opportunities, success in business, and for families to affirm new relationships.
Former mayor of Jacksonville and current City Council member Jim Lewis and his wife Gayle will kick of the virtual celebration as the Grand Marshals. Four live programs, presented one time on this day only, will follow. They include two presentations by San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum; Everyday Life Stories of Early Chinese Oregonians presented by Southern Oregon University’s Laboratory of Anthropology; and an interactive family entertainment performed by award winning magician and balloon twister Perry Yan. These programs will require pre-registration online and attendance will remain available until enrollment is full.
About a dozen “instant access” (no registration necessary) programs, including a cooking demonstration, children’s puppet show, the healing arts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong, local gold-mining history etc., can be accessed on demand throughout the day and thereafter.
Thanks to the generous support from our sponsors, all programs are free. Please visit our website for sponsor listing, program details, and to pre-register for the live presentations.
The Oregon Wine Experience® has quickly become the premiere regional wine event with unique activities. Each activity provides a fascinating encounter for wine enthusiasts of all levels. The Oregon Wine Competition® is the lead event, followed by a wide array of wine-themed classes and exclusive vintner dinners leading into the main events:
Medal Celebration – Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019
Founder’s Barrel Auction – Friday, Aug. 23, 2019
Miracle Auction & Salmon Bake – Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019
Grand Tasting on Sunday – Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019
This premier wine and culinary event has vastly grown in popularity and recognition. In 2018, more than 4,500 attendees from across the states and as far as New Zealand reveled in the many activities offered over the multi-day event. And more than $1,300,000 was raised for Children’s Miracle Network and other healthcare programs supported by Asante Foundation.
Produced by the Asante Foundation, 100 percent of all proceeds raised go directly to Asante’s Children’s Miracle Network and other health care programs supported by the Asante Foundation. In its first three years, over $1.5 million was raised, directly benefitting the health care of thousands of children. As a Children’s Miracle Network designated hospital, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center provides the highest level of pediatric care in the region.
The event is looking to build on its philanthropic success, and continue its upward movement to secure the best in health care for our youngest residents.
The Britt Festival Orchestra (BFO) brings a unique group of musicians together each summer to the inspiring outdoor venue in Jacksonville, Oregon. The orchestra performs under the leadership of Music Director Teddy Abrams, a rising star in the symphonic world.
This summer festival spans 20 days in late July and early August and includes
6 performances with the full BFO
Additional events such as chamber music concerts
Curated performances for children .
Established in 1963, the BFO is an all-star ensemble with musicians from many of the major orchestras in the country. And the setting is extra special in that it is a natural outdoor amphitheater under the great Oregon sky. You can experience a remarkably diverse selection of music under the stars. Musical styles range from early Renaissance to living American composers.
Additional festivities include free BrittKids Koncerts, open rehearsals, pre-concert conversations with guest artists and orchestra members, and special projects and collaborations with a variety of community groups, such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
Whether you’re a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the orchestra, the Britt Festival Orchestra has something for you!
A new feature of this season is the new series for families and people of all musical interests entitled Teddy’s Discovery Tuesdays (TDT). These events offer a more casual concert environment designed for the entire family.
Teddy’s Discovery Tuesdays:
Family Night on July 23 – Family Night kicks off the season with two musical fairy tales narrated by film and TV actor Bruce Campbell: Sergei Prokofiev’s beloved “Peter and the Wolf”, and Britt Composer/Conductor Fellow Caroline Shaw’s “The Mountain That Loved a Bird.”
Community Night on July 26 – Community Night brings musicians of the BFO and local community together for a performance of the seminal minimalist piece “In C” by Terry Riley.
Pops Night on August 6 – Features returning singer Morgan James for a night of songs by American composer George Gershwin. Teddy Abrams will also perform the ever-popular “Rhapsody in Blue” at the piano while conducting the orchestra.
All of the TDT concerts begin at 7:30 pm and are shorter programs. Patrons will be able to enjoy concessions and beverages throughout each concert. Additionally, Britt is trying something new for seating during the TDT concerts: general admission seating, including the benches that are typically reserved. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children/students. BrittKids Klub members can get in free with a paying adult.
BFO Regular Schedule:
Friday, July 26 – Guest artists Third Coast Percussion performing the west coast premiere of a Britt co-commissioned piece by 2018’s Conductor/Composer Fellow, Christopher Cerrone, titled “Meander, Spiral, Explode.” The concert also includes Mozart’s Magic Flute Overture and Brahms’s Symphony No. 3.
Sunday, July 28 – Cellist Oliver Herbert performs Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto.
Friday, August 2 – Pianist George Li joins the BFO performing Rachmaninoff’s virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 2. This concert also features Finnish composer Jean Sibelius’s epic Second Symphony.
Sunday, August 4 – “The Rising Seas,” features two different musical takes on the earth’s oceans: Claude Debussy’s tone poem “La Mer,” and John Luther Adams’s “Become Ocean.”
Friday, August 9 – The stunning playing of violinist Augustin Hadelich is featured on Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. This performance also features Debussy’s “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” British/American composer Anna Clyne’s “Abstractions,” and “One Spring Morning” by French composer Lili Boulanger.
Sunday, August 11 – The Closing Night Orchestra Spectacular is of special interest this season, as the BFO performs a new score for Sergei Eisenstein’s Soviet silent film classic “Battleship Potemkin.” The film will be shown live on screen during the performance. This new score draws from some of the greatest compositions in classical music history. You will notice excerpts of works by Bach, Beethoven, Mahler, Holst, Ravel, Schubert, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky, and many more.
All of the regular BFO concerts are held on Friday and Sunday evenings, beginning at 8:00 pm.
Be sure to check out the new trolley stops. We have identified 4 set pick-up spots where you can meet the trolley for a ride up the hill. This is for your convenience and safety.
BrittKids Koncerts are FREE to the public – Scout says ALL KIDS of ALL AGES are invited! BrittKids Koncerts create a fun and casual setting to help local families introduce their children to music, dance, and art from around the world. These free performances help the next generation of artists learn about the performing arts in a way that is both engaging and enlightening. Early exposure to live performance will increase the interest of children and families in artistic activities, such as learning an instrument, singing, dancing, participating in a school music or theater program.
All performances start at 10:15 a.m. All performances are in the Britt Performance Garden except Aug 7.
The young and young at heart are invited to join us for nine engaging and interactive mid-morning concerts.
2019 Schedule:
Jun 20 | Fizz & the Magic Fiddle by The Carr Family Jun 26 | Dance Like a Cowboy, Hop Like a Bird by Ballet Folklorico Ritmo Alegre Jul 10 | Scout’s Silent Robot Dance Party by Synths for Kids Jul 24 | Leandro the Lion by Gabriel Globus-Hoenich with Britt Festival Orchestra Musicians Jul 29 | Songs of the Animal Kingdom by The Meriwethers Jul 31 | Leandro the Lion by Gabriel Globus-Hoenich with Britt Festival Orchestra Musicians Aug 5 | Bearto’s Bunch O’ Strings by Alexandra Preucil and the BFO Fellows Quartet Aug 7 | NEW LOCATION – LITHIA PARK BANDSHELL in Ashland – Songs of the Animal Kingdom by The Meriwethers Aug 15 | Dance Like a Cowboy, Hop Like a Bird by Ballet Folklorico Ritmo Alegre Aug 25 | Fizz & the Magic Fiddle by The Carr Family
For detailed concert listings, see below or visit the BrittKids Koncerts page.
Note: come prepared for warm weather – bring light clothing, sun screen and lots of water.
Scout invites you to join the FREE BrittKids Klub! All Klub members will receive special emails from Scout, early invitations to attend BrittKids sponsored events, and the chance to earn fun prizes. BrittKids events help to instill a lifelong appreciation of music for the whole family.
Jul 10 | Wed | Synths For Kids Scout’s Silent Robot Dance Party Scout invites you come and dance to some funky robot beats using Synths for Kids wireless headphones! You can also make your own songs on the interactive Wiggle Wagon, a mobile sonic playground for robots of all ages.
Jul 24 | Wed | Gabriel Globus-Hoenich with BFO Musicians Leandro the Lion After leading popular BrittKids Koncerts every season, creator/musician Gabriel Globus-Hoenich remounts his hit Koncert. Leandro goes on a musical journey and conquers his fear of new places and new people, making friends along the way.
Jul 29 | Mon | The Meriwethers Songs of the Animal Kingdom The Meriwethers bring to life some of the marvelous creatures that Lewis & Clark met and traveled with along their journey to the Pacific Ocean (and back again). Some of the most beloved animals are here, plus a few that are not so well known. Learn some new songs and meet some amazing animals! This Koncert is commissioned by Britt Education.
Jul 31 | Wed | Gabriel Globus-Hoenich with BFO Musicians Leandro the Lion In this encore performance, Leandro goes on a musical journey and conquers his fear of new places and new people, making friends along the way.
Aug 5 | Mon | BFO Fellows Quartet Bearto’s Bunch O’ Strings Join Bearto as he discovers the sounds of orchestral stringed instruments. Everyone will learn about the violin, viola, and cello, and Bearto will write a new song we can all play together.
This show is at the Lithia Park Bandshell in Ashland Aug 7 | Wed | The Meriwethers Songs of the Animal Kingdom In an encore performance, The Meriwethers bring to life some of the marvelous creatures that Lewis & Clark met and traveled with along their journey to the Pacific Ocean (and back again). Some of the most beloved animals are here, plus a few that are not so well known. Learn some new songs and meet some amazing animals! This performance is the BrittKids Koncerts debut at Lithia Park Bandshell!
Aug 15 | Thu | Ballet Folklorico Dance Like a Cowboy, Hop Like a Bird An encore performance where the dancers of Ballet Folklorico Ritmo Alegre will share songs of cowboys and horses, animals and boat building, inspired by daily life in Mexico. Learn some Spanish words and folk dance steps. It’s foot stompin’ fun for the whole family!
Aug 20 | Tue | The Carr Family Fiz and the Magic Fiddle (Kevin Carr, Josie Mendelsohn & Daniel Carr) In this encore performance, Fiz finds a magic fiddle which saves him from a very difficult situation – then disappears! He searches and searches, and finds what he is looking for in a very surprising location. A story with music of strange and wonderful kinds.
How lucky are we – a town of 2800 people – to have a summer long music festival with a venue that seats 2,200 people? Britt Festival has announced its full 2019 schedule with performances by Alanis Morrisette, Jackson Brown, Third Eye Blind, Chase Rice, The Piano Guys, Brett Young and Cake among many others. For the full schedule go to: http://www.brittfest.org/performances
The Britt Orchestra will be in town July 23 through August 11. Music Director Teddy Abrams, a rising star in the symphonic world, has a diverse and entertaining line-up of programs and guest performers. Actor Bruce Campbell will narrating on Family Night – July 23. For families wanting to introduce children to music and live performance be sure and check out the Kids Koncerts series of events.
Britt Music & Arts Festival, a non-profit organization, presents the Pacific Northwest’s premier outdoor summer performing arts festival. Located in the historic 1850s gold rush town of Jacksonville, Oregon, Britt Fest presents dozens of summer concerts, featuring world-class artists in orchestral music, jazz, blues, folk, bluegrass, world, pop and country music.
Britt’s performance venue is a naturally formed amphitheater set among majestic ponderosa pines and native madrones on the beautiful hillside estate of 19th century photographer Peter Britt. Seating capacity is 2,200 – with a choice of reserved bench seats and both reserved and open lawn seating. Tens of thousands of music lovers travel from all over the West to enjoy Britt’s world-class performances, spectacular scenery and casual, relaxing atmosphere.
Performance Venue Address – First & Fir Streets, Jacksonville, Oregon Ticket Office Address – 216 W. Main Street, Medford OR 97501 Phone: 541-773-6077 or 800-882-7488 Website:www.brittfest.org
The act of creating is the inspiration behind Miner’s Bazaar. A place where you can let your imagination lead the way – on your own, with a friend or two, or the whole gang – with DIY crafts projects. Rosie Taylor, a graduate of the Savannah School of Art and Design has created an environment to foster that creative spirit and provide a unique experience in Jacksonville Oregon.
In addition to the projects, you have your choice of Giggle Water – wine, Beer & Cider as well as a nice selection of offerings from Jefferson Kitchen ranging from appetizers to entrees and desserts. Wine selections are from South Stage Cellars and Linda Donovan, with craft beer from Pfriem, Caldera and Citrafonix and Apple Outlaw ciders. Root Beer Floats, Italian Soda and coffee drinks are also available.
On the Project Menu:
Embroidery Painting Project Jewelry Making Print Making
And there are additional offerings from guest facilitators such as
Paint & Sip Pottery Greeting Card Making Needle Felting Workshops Wreath Making
Check them out on Facebook at The Miners’ Bazaar and on Instagram at the.miners.bazaar
235 E. California St, Jacksonville Open Wednesday – Monday Noon – 8 pm (Closed on Tuesday)
Jacksonville, Oregon celebrates the holidays and our past with Victorian Christmas. The celebration begins with a Community Caroling & Tree Lighting on Shop Small Saturday, November 24, 2018. Stores will be open until 7 pm and the caroling/tree lighting starts at 5:00 pm. Don’t be late as the program runs only 30 minutes long.
The traditional Christmas Parade is at 10:00 am, Saturday, December 1.
Festivities continue on weekends up to Christmas, with some activities the weekend after Christmas. The celebration is a wonderful memory making activity and a cherished tradition.
The town is decorated all in natural greenery with white lights to evoke Christmases past. But the activities will keep any of today’s visitors entertained. On weekends between December 1 – 23 there are pictures with Father Christmas, strolling carolers – some in vintage costumes – and complimentary hot cider, and Jolly Holly Trolley rides.
Come Celebrate the Shamrock in Jacksonville this St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17
Plan a little escape with an overnight stay, enjoy some great restaurants, a fun day of shopping and maybe pamper yourself at one of our spas.
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Enjoy everything Jacksonville has to offer – Great Shopping, Fun Taverns, Wine Tasting, Hiking Trails, Incredible Dining, Live Music and lots more
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For the kids – we will have the Jacksonville Trolley, Kid Zone at Calvary Church, Southern Oregon Bagpipe Band and Face Painting
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Shopping for Shamrocks Noon – 7 pm, Saturday, March 17
♣ Enter to Win Grand Prize Baskets – Valued at over $500
Featuring items and gift certificates from – Farmhouse Treasures, Crown Jewel, Willow Creek, LaBoheme, Pickety Place Antiques, Spa Jacksonville, Blue Door Garden Store, Artist & Gardener, Rebel Heart Books, Country Quilts, The Pot Rack, Carefree Buffalo, and more!
♣ Enjoy Special Offers – CLICK HERE For more information on Participating Merchants & Special Offers
Tasting Room Special Offers
DANCIN Vineyard: Special Tasting Flight featuring the 2016 zinfandel made using an expression of Pinot noir from Wadenswil, Switzerland – near the birthplace of Jacksonville’s Peter Britt ($12)
Quady North Tasting Room: Sneak Preview Tasting of ’17 Rosé line-up for $5. Also all 2016 Rosé on sale by the case for $120 (Save $75 off regular price)
South Stage Cellars – TBA
Jacksonville Inn Wine Shop – TBA
Entertainment
♣ Bella Union: Charles Guy & Sonido Alegre 7 – 9 pm ♣ Art Presence Art Center: Minstrel Streams Noon – 4 pm
And introducing the Pink Leprechaun hand-crafted cocktail!
The Liége: Green Cream & Discounts for Wearing Green
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Stay & Play Giveaway
♣ Congratulations to the first Stay & Play Package Winners: Bobby & Judy Gannon from Shady Cove will enjoy a night at Magnolia Inn and Dinner at C-Street Bistro! ♣Details on our second Stay & Play Package coming soon
All of you who entered for the first drawing are automatically included in this upcoming drawing. So no need to submit an additional entry.
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Tasting Room Special Offers
DANCIN Vineyard: Special Tasting Flight featuring the 2016 zinfandel made using an expression of Pinot noir from Wadenswil, Switzerland – near the birthplace of Jacksonville’s Peter Britt ($12)
Quady North Tasting Room: Sneak Preview Tasting of ’17 Rosé line-up for $5. Also all 2016 Rosé on sale by the case for $120 (Save $75 off regular price)
South Stage Cellars –
Entertainment
♣ Bella Union: Charles Guy & Sonido Alegre 7 – 9 pm ♣ Art Presence Art Center: Minstrel Streams Noon – 4 pm
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Join us in historic downtown Jacksonville for our return to the Art Walk!
Horse Drawn Wagon rides (3-6pm) at City Hall; $10 ages 3+
Happy Chinese New Year, The Year of the Ox
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announced its full 2019 schedule with performances by Alanis Morrisette, Jackson Brown, Third Eye Blind, Chase Rice, The Piano Guys, Brett Young and Cake among many others. For the full schedule go to: 
Tree Lighting on Shop Small Saturday, November 24, 2018. Stores will be open until 7 pm and the caroling/tree lighting starts at 5:00 pm. Don’t be late as the program runs only 30 minutes long.
