Good morning, Medford.

Downtown Medford Association is hosting its monthly Third Friday event on Friday, May 15 from 4 to 8 p.m. downtown and at Vogel Plaza—featuring expanded vendor markets, art exhibits, dining specials and family activities to support local businesses.

More than 50 volunteers will gather downtown Medford Saturday, May 16 for the annual Day of Caring as the Downtown Medford Association partners with United Way of Jackson County to beautify local public spaces (further details are pending).

Applegate Fire District is giving away free Coast Guard-certified life jackets this week at Station 53 at 1095 Upper Applegate Road in honor of National Water Safety Month; supplies are limited and available during regular business hours.

The 34th Annual Rogue River Clean-Up will be held on Saturday, May 16 in Rogue River, inviting community members from across the region to help with river conservation.

Volunteers are encouraged to join this day-long event to preserve the local environment.

Communities are launching support programs for young people at risk of homelessness, based on a Johns Hopkins study and an official release from Oregon’s Department of Human Resources (OHR).

The programs aim to address small struggles before they become lasting hardships.

Medford's Nightmare Chamber Haunted House, a local staple for over 18 years, is for sale with buyers able to lease or relocate the space; if no buyer is found by Sept.

1, the attraction will host one final Halloween season (corner of Front and Third streets).

Rogue Valley Bird Day is set for this Saturday at Ashland’s North Mountain Park Nature Center from 8 a.m. to noon and is free to attend.

The event offers guided bird walks, bird-calling demonstrations and hands-on crafts for all ages to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day.

Oregon fire service members joined a national safety institute in South Carolina for a full-scale wildfire demonstration that showed effective ways to reduce fire risk.

Officials highlighted creating defensible space and home upgrades (ember-resistant vent screens and enclosed eaves) as key steps to protect homes.

On Monday, May 13, BLM and Prescribed Fire Training Center crews finished burns on the 271-acre Forest Creek project (acquired through a timber sale) between Jacksonville and Ruch; they used commercial thinning and an underburn to lower fire risk and will mop up until June 1.

Earlier this month, a former fire chief from Nepal joined training sessions held by Rural Metro Fire in Josephine County to exchange firefighting techniques (including vehicle extrication and wildland training) with local fire agencies.

The Jackson County Vector Control District is marking Lyme Disease Awareness Month this May by sharing tick prevention tips in the county.

It urged residents to stick to trails, wear long clothing, and check themselves and pets (tick keys are available at their office) to reduce risk.

360 Allstars Performance

4-7 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — VIP packages available — Experience the thrill of acrobatics and street performance in a unique show.

Classic Albums Live: Dark Side of the Moon Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Ticket prices available — Experience Pink Floyd's iconic album brought to life by world-class musicians in a historic venue.

I'm With Her Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Check the event page for cost — Experience an evening with six-time GRAMMY winner Sarah Jarosz as she showcases her musical talent.

Bonnie Raitt Concert

7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion, Medford — Ticket details on site — Experience the soulful sounds of Bonnie Raitt live.

James And The Giant Peach, Jr

3:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $48 — Dive into the whimsical tale of adventure with James and his giant peach.

James And The Giant Peach, Jr

3-4 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — VIP tickets available — Experience the beloved musical tale of adventure and friendship in a vibrant theatrical performance.

Lucinda Williams Live

7-9 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of soulful music with Lucinda Williams and opener Danny Reidy & Band.

Medford Rogues vs Fresno A's Baseball Game

6:35 p.m. — Harry & David Field — $10-$13 — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup followed by a spectacular fireworks show.

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