Good morning, Medford.

A new East Medford hub opened Friday at Hillcrest and North Phoenix Roads, featuring Harbor City Coffee and Records and Ollie’s Slices — a New York style shop — with food trucks nearby.

Harbor City is open 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Ollie’s runs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Tomorrow the Southern Oregon Pacific Islander Summer Celebration will be at North Medford High School, offering free cultural workshops, performances and community resources for families.

Organized by the Samoa Pacific Development Corporation, the event will begin at noon with an opening ceremony at 12:30 p.m.

Talent Maker City is hosting its fifth annual Big Gay Workshop today from 4 to 7 p.m. at 109 Talent Avenue in Talent, offering free activities like laser-engraved pronoun name tags, Pride button making, and face painting (T-shirt screen-printing is available for $10).

Medford Pride returns to RogueX with interactive activities, drag performances and community resources to support queer youth.

The free event adds an art exhibit, a clothing closet by Rogue Trans and local food trucks, and Prism will host an after party for those over 21.

Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 4022 Friday, June 26 to make the Oregon Imagination Library permanent, ensuring that registered children get free, age-appropriate books each month.

United Rotary Clubs of Southern Oregon now administer the program, which currently serves nearly 4,800 kids.

Routine testing by the Rogue Valley Council of Governments found that several creeks (Walker, Bear, and Jackson) exceeded bacteria standards for recreation.

Officials advise residents to avoid ingesting the water and prevent waste from entering storm drains.

Rogue Riverkeeper announced the 15th year of its Swim Guide to test Medford waterways for E. coli amid rising summer temperatures and low winter snowpack.

Program Manager Jenna Aguayo (since stepping in two months ago) said mixed test results mean residents should check the guide before swimming.

Lisa Barnard, 70, a longtime volunteer at the Hawthorne Center in Medford, is battling Stage 4 cancer and her family is asking for donations via GoFundMe to cover medical expenses and bucket list wishes.

The fundraiser remains at 1% of its $11,000 goal.

wedi Certified Installer & CEU Workshop

4:00 p.m. — Bedrosians Tile & Stone — Free entry — Get certified in wedi's waterproof shower systems while enjoying food and drinks.

Stomp Out Suicide Skills Camp for Baseball & Softball

Camp for ages 6-14 — Jul 2-5 — Lithia & Driveway Fields — Registration required — Enhance athletic skills while promoting mental health awareness.

Marysville Giants vs Medford Rogues Game 2

6:30-10 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — $10-$13 — Enjoy an exciting local baseball game followed by a spectacular fireworks show.

Lincoln Potters vs. Medford Rogues Game 3

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — $10-$13 — Catch the excitement of a summer baseball battle and enjoy Thirsty Thursdays at the park.

Medford Rogues vs Humboldt Crabs

6:35 – 11:59 PM — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — $10-$13 — Catch an exciting baseball matchup featuring a special jersey auction.

The Children's Festival at Britt Gardens

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Britt Gardens — $4 entry — Celebrate creativity with hands-on crafts and family entertainment at this fun-filled festival.

Chris Young Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bi-Mart Amphitheater — Tickets start at $137 — Experience an unforgettable night with Chris Young at the Bi-Mart Amphitheater.

Turkish Lamp Mosaic Workshop

2.5 hours — Rogue Regency Inn Medford Airport — Book on Eventbrite — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea and treats.

La Original Banda El Limon Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bi-Mart Amphitheater — Tickets from $108 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of La Original Banda El Limon live in concert.

Immersive Art Gala

The Art of our Time Immersive Art Gala will be a dynamic, multi-sensory art experience featuring live performances and interactive installations, bringing the community together to celebrate and support the Rogue Gallery & Art Center. The evening will be paired with heavy bites by Butter Babes Catering (Owner/Chef of Luncheonette), and Mix & Mingle will be selling curated cocktails and mocktails. Attire is dressy casual.