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ABOUT THE COVER: Photographer/author Ken Gregg’s cover piece of the Britt Orchestra on- This week my phone rang off the hook with psychoactive chemicals (THC) like “pot,” there’s stage was taken from his questions from concerned citizens…all seeking no limit to the number of plants grown per acre— recently-published book, my view on hemp farms and all wondering if hence no fenced-in enclosures that are limited to "A Year in Jacksonville.” Jacksonville was about to be surrounded. Here’s two acres. With hemp, negative environmental Ken’s book, available in my take on the matter…for now. impacts not only include odor but potential local stores and online, With the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, burning and/or trashing of the plastic sheeting, is a compilation of 35 industrial hemp production is legal nationwide. In agricultural water shortages, erosion and more. photographs of the people, places and events that make Southern Oregon, much like with marijuana, the climate Here in Jacksonville, many are concerned that three our town special. See more about his book on page 31. is ideal and grow sites are now everywhere. Formerly agricultural parcels surrounding the city may become fallow land is now blanketed in black and white plastic hemp farms. In fairness, I’ve spoken with residents who Thank You To Our Contributors! sheeting (it keeps in moisture and deters weeds) and prefer hemp sites to housing tracts and would rather put land owners are reaping long-awaited profits from up with a skunk-like odor than a new neighborhood. • Margaret Barnes • Amy Lepon America’s newest cash crop. Hemp farmers are eagerly I have spoken personally with Dave Freel, (29-acre • Mayor Paul Becker • Jeff Levin paying $2000/acre up-front to willing agricultural land JK-1 site abutting the gas station, Royal Mobile Estates • Yvette Bedrosian • Gayle Lewis owners and big corporate money has arrived. that connects to N. Oregon Street) and Alan DeBoer, • Brad Bennington • Mike McClain Industrial hemp sites don’t need to be sited in the (11-acre JK-3 site on E. California Street abutting the hinterland and can be seen in residential areas, so long Pheasant Meadows neighborhood) about their plans • Jeff Blum • Joyce McPartland as the zoning is Exclusive Farm Use. Grows now line the for hemp. Both Mr. Freel and Mr. DeBoer have declined • Donna Briggs • Matt & Erich Patten Hemp Highway—the Highway 238/West Main Street to lease their parcels to hemp farmers and have each • Sandy Brown • Pam Sasseen route that leads from Jacksonville into Medford. Today, a walked away from potential lease receipts ranging from • Peggy Carlaw • Ashleigh Scheuneman jaunt to Bi-Mart involves passing by fields and fields as is $100,000 to $250,000. Both Freel and DeBoer commented • Dr. Julie Danielson • Dirk Siedlecki the case everywhere in Jackson and Josephine counties. that the impact of hemp on town would be significant • Frank De Luca • Kathy Tiller Hemp is being grown for two reasons: fiber and oil. while voicing their hope that the city would eventually The CBD oil derived from hemp is what’s driving the annex their parcels to enable development. Neither is • Dr. Michael Dix • Connie Trantham market in hopes that the CBD oil proves to be a “real” planning to use the “Annex my land or you’ll get hemp” • David Doi • Kate Vangeloff medicinal product. Look in any retail shop today and threat. The third parcel, owned by Dr. David Young • Graham Farran • Hannah West you’ll find CBD in scores of products. In my own family, (50-acre JK-10 site, the former pear orchard across from • Clayton Gillette • Steve Yungen there’s disagreement on the efficacy of the oil with some JK-1 on the south side of N. 5th Street) is currently • Adam Haynes swearing by it and others calling it “snake oil.” Soon, being planted…to what crop the Review could not • Kate Ingram Photographers the FDA is expected to rule on the efficacy of CBD oil, confirm. However, after numerous attempts to reach the • Michael Kell • Ken Gregg which will partially determine the future of hemp. landowner and his farm manager, I conducted a brief In my view, I’d like to see hemp (and pot) be genetically site visit and was told by a farm worker that the acreage • Carolyn Kingsnorth • Nicole Nicol engineered so that it doesn’t smell…if it’s possible. was indeed being planted to hemp. • Sarah Lemon • Dirk Siedlecki Today, Jackson County officials report that 50,000 acres Stay tuned Jacksonville…there’s more to come on this of hemp is under cultivation. Since plants don’t contain matter in Our Small Town with Big Atmosphere! JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 3 Jacksonville Art Events SECOND SATURDAY ARTWALK • AUGUST 10, 5-7PM • DOWNTOWN JACKSONVILLE August 2019 Second Saturday ArtWalk! Saturday, August 10, 5–7 pm Enjoy music, wine tasting, art demonstrations and special exhibitions throughout the downtown area. Look for the neon green pennant hanging in front of each participating business and art gallery! Art Presence Art Center Celestial Journeys through September 1 Art Presence Art Center’s cosmic summer member show continues through Sunday, September 1. Guest Exhibit Respected South- Enjoy an evening of art, food, wine, and music in historic downtown Jacksonville! ern Oregon artist Ilene Gienger- Stanfield shows us AUGUST 2019 EVENTS CALENDAR just how much a painter can do in ONGOING • Tuesday, August 6, 7:00pm: First Tuesdays Pub Talk figurative painting • Monday-Friday, 11:30am-12:30pm: Lunch with Food “Sarah Ann: A Jackson County Mystery.” Four Daughters Irish with images pared & Friends, for those 60 or older, Oddfellows Hall, Pub, 126 W. Main, Medford. Pg 11 down to essentials and clean, original 175 S. Oregon street. • Wednesday, August 7, Noon-1:00pm: SOHS Windows color. Must-see! • Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm: Summer Concert Series at in Time Series. "The Persistence and Characteristics of Chinook Salmon Migrations to the Upper Klamath River Artist reception Saturday, August 3, 1–3 pm. Red Lily Vineyards. Closed July 4th. Pg 11 Prior to Exclusion by Dams" at the Medford Library. Also, Come by the gallery during the Second Satur- • 4th Friday of the Month, 5:30-8:30pm: Southern Wednesday, August 14 at the Ashland Library. Pg 11 day ArtWalk to see Bruce Millbank demon- Oregon Songwriters Association Open Mic at Pony strate his technique for inlaying semiprecious Espresso Café. All are welcome as audience. Open mic • Saturday, August 10: Jacksonville Food Project Pickup stone in woodwork! performers must feature original songs. No covers. Beer, Day. Pg 19 August 2019 Class Schedule: wine, full menu available with specials, full espresso bar • Saturday, August 10, 10:00am: History Saturday ✦ Life Drawing Sessions: Mondays, 1–3 pm open as well. Pg 32 in the Cemetery. "Courageous Women, Ahead of Their ✦ Drawing for Youth, Session 2: Tuesdays 5:30–7 • Jacksonville Trolley Tours, Daily, June-September: Time." Pg 11 pm, July 30 through September 3. There may still be room in this session for your child! Call Tours depart from Visitor Information Center at the corner • Saturday, August 10, 5:00-7:00pm: Second Saturday Anne Brooke for availability now. of C Street & North Oregon. Five tours a day departing at ArtWalk, Downtown Jacksonville. This page & Pg 9 Art Presence Art Center is a nonprofit organization locat- 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30am, 1:30pm, & 2:30pm. • Tuesday, August 13, 6:30pm: Tuesday Evening ed at 206 N. Fifth St., next to Jacksonville’s historic court- • Friday-Monday, 11:00am-4:00pm: Beekman Bank Cemetery Stroll. "A Visit to the Masonic Section of the house. Gallery hours: 11am–5pm every Fri–Sun. https://art-presence.org Museum Tours. Runs May 24-September 2. Cemetery." Pg 11 • Saturdays, 10:00am: Walk Through Jacksonville • Thursday, August 15, 4:00-6:00pm: Pioneer Village Free Association History. Walking tour. Through August 31. Pg 12 Grab and Go Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Pg 8 Jess Carey Saturday, August 10, Free Association welcomes • Saturdays, 11:00am-3:00pm: Beekman House • Saturday, August 17, 9:00am: Marker Cleaning Jess Carey, painter, inventor, cartoonist, illustrator, Museum Tours,"19th Century Family Life." Workshop. Volunteers needed for a fun and worthwhile Robot Santa, stringed Through August 31. Pg 12 project. Pg 11 instrument aficionado with the voice of a rus- • Sundays, May 26-October 13, 9:00am-1:30pm: • Friday, August 23, 7:00pm: Movie Night at Old City tic angel, enthusiast of Jville Market, Courthouse Grounds. Pg 27 Hall. "The Passionate Friends." Ad this page fun and nature, and • Sundays at Daisy Creek Vineyard. Pg 29 artist with a heart of SEPTEMBER gold…our North Star • Summer Sundays at Hanley Farm. Pg 11 from Maine! Jess makes • Friday-Sunday Evenings in September: "Neverland" sock monkeys with in- • Classes at Jacksonville Community Center. at Longsword Vineyard. Pg 10 teresting personalities Facebook/JvilleCommunityCenter & Pg 22 and kind portraits of • Friday-Sunday, September 13-15 & 20-22, 10:00am- birds and animals alike. AUGUST 4:00pm: Southern Oregon Tour of Homes. Join us for a Second Saturday reception on Au- Article & Ad Pg 19 • Friday, August 2, Tours 7:00-7:45pm: Historic gust 10 from 5-8 pm! • Sunday, September 15, 9:00am-2:00pm: FOTAS Dog 120 North 4th Street ~ 541-200-4184 Jacksonville Haunted History Tours. Reservations suggested. Pg 12 Walk & Fair. Pg 26 South Stage Cellars • Saturday, August 3, 10:00am & Wednesday, August 7, • Sunday, September 15, 4:00pm: Jacksonville- Paintings by Denali Grace Applegate Rotary Club's 10th-Annual Salmon Bake. Artist and illustrator 6:00pm: Firewise Informational Meetings. New City Hall (Old Courthouse) lawn at 5th and D Streets. Pg 14 Bigham Knoll. Article & Ad Pg 10 Denali Grace shows JVille-Rev,8-19-Entertainment_9/01Entertain. flyer 7/11/19 3:09 PM Pa her distinctive paint- ings. Denali’s Intu-
itive Painting is a powerful and creative Jacksonville FREE Movie Night THIS MONTH AT self discovery process in which you travel a Friday, August 23 - 7:00pm at Old City Hall private path, uncover- Doors open at 6:30pm THE BELLA ing images of your inner self. Enjoy fine EEEEEEEEEEE art by Denali, fine wine by South Stage, and live music by The Passionate Friends Steve Shine and Sonic AUGUST Gravity at a reception on Friday, August 9 1 SETH HANSSON from 5:30–7:30 pm. Can’t make it Friday eve? Stop AVID INSKY ROADWAY HIL by during the Second Saturday ArtWalk! 2 D P & B P 125 South 3rd Street 3 THE GRADUATES 541-899-9120 A TRIBUTE TO SIMON & GARFUNKEL ETE ERZOG RIENDS Latest from Hannah West Design 8 - 10 P H & F I’ll feature a new website next 15 SHERILYN SMITH TRIO month. Meanwhile, please check out the 2016 website of Grants 16 CHARLES GUY & SONIDO ALEGRE Pass artist, Carla J. Griffin. Her local landscapes in oil and pastel 17 COVER 3 C O M E TO T H E are truly masterful, along with BELLA AFTER BRITT her brilliant still lifes and por- 22 ADAM GABRIEL K E E P T H E PA RT Y G O I N G traits. Designing a website to 23 & 24 BLACK LUNG RIOT showcase such works is always tremendously rewarding! How 29 PAUL JENNY can I help you with yours? https://www.carlajgriffin.com Ann Todd Claude Rains Trevor Howard 30 NICK GARRET-POWELL www.soartists.com 31 MERCY DUO Website & Art Event Calendar by When Passion Runs Deep Hannah West Design, LLC ~ 541.899.2012 170 WEST CALIFORNIA STREET, JACKSONVILLE • 899-1770
4 AUGUST 2019 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW Music: A Family Reunion by Frank De Luca
Frank with Britt Orchestra's Teddy Abrams - Photo by Ken Gregg
A few years ago, I learned a fancy everything in between. They’ll go word: ineffable. It is defined as “too great anywhere to share it. (Remember last or extreme to be expressed or described year’s pub crawl of Beethoven’s Fifth?) in words,” as in the ineffable natural But more than this, I think there is a beauty of Crater Lake. Speechless is secret ingredient in the Britt Orchestra another way to say it. I have experienced experience: love. (Really? We’re just this ineffability at the Britt Festival talking about an orchestra, after all.) We Orchestra concerts more than I can count. could call it “connection,” “becoming It usually goes like this: the orchestra one,” “a shared experience,” and many finishes a moving piece of music. There other things. is a moment of silence. To applaud feels I have heard from numerous musicians like it would break the spell. I turn to my how much they love coming to family and friends next to me. Without Jacksonville each summer. Many of them words, we look at each other, shrug as if stay with the same host family year after to say, “Wow! Did you experience what I year. It is like a family reunion with only just experienced?” No words. Applause. the cousins you like. AND they happen No words. to be world-class musicians who have How can an orchestra so consistently come to put on a show just for us. make me speechless? I have a On those evenings on the Britt hill, rudimentary appreciation of “classical” I look around and see my Jacksonville music, but that has little to do with the family—people I run into at the Good experience. I don’t need to understand Bean or at the post office, at the farmers the music. I simply have to feel it, and market or in city meetings. There is a under the baton of Teddy Abrams, that’s sense of goodwill, a sense of the ineffable, what happens. He makes sure of it. the unspoken, “Can you believe this The caliber of the professional happening in our little town? Aren’t we musicians who assemble each year in lucky to be living here?” our town is extraordinary. Working Each summer is like a big family with Teddy, they love to share their reunion. A lovefest. Our orchestra loves enthusiasm for what an orchestra can our town and we love OUR orchestra. It do with old music, new music and really does not get any better.
JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 5 Big Art Heart David Pfrimmer News From Britt Hill by Donna Briggs, Britt President & CEO Principal Broker, Accredited Buyers Agent Back in early July, I spent a We all know that music and Certified Residential Marketing Specialist Saturday afternoon enjoying a art sets moods and creates Cell: (541) 326-6262 wonderful reception and book atmospheres. That is why we [email protected] W signing at Art Presence Art Center. throw on an upbeat playlist Van Vleet Jacksonville • 505 N. 5th St, Jacksonville, OR 97530 As I stood in line to purchase three while we are working out, put www.SouthernOregonHomes.org 541-899-2000 of Debbie Earley’s creative little on smooth jazz on a romantic glass mushrooms, I flipped through date, or go to a museum for Ken Gregg’s beautiful new book, A Year in inspiration. Britt, Art Presence, Rebel Jacksonville, amazed and enamored with Hearts Books and all in our welcoming the incredible talent in our valley. business community are contributing to Speaking of talent, by the time you read our small town with a big atmosphere this column, your Britt Festival Orchestra through our collective offerings. (BFO) will already have performed three So in short, music and art, as well or four concerts including our first-ever as our openness to diversity, have the BECOME A PART OF SOUTHERN OREGON HISTORY. This Legacy property has combined the Historic Voorhies “Teddy’s Discovery Tuesday: Family power to culturally and emotionally Mansion and Orchards with an award winning unlimited production winery to create one of Oregon’s top event and wine tasting destinations. The rich heritage of this 37 acre property, with additional potential Night.” We sure hope that you attended influence our community; the more home sites, mature pear trees and vineyard, that produce award winning Pear Cider and wines make this and if you did, trust that you enjoyed intentional we are as a community property unique. 2310 Voorhies Road, Medford, OR | MLS 2988666 | $8,600,000 every minute of it. to support all kinds of music, art and Co-Listed with Randy McBee, Broker, John L. Scott, 541.944.0299 The grand piano is set, tuned and ready visitors, the more successful we become for action! From BFO Guest pianist, George in creating a marketable identity rooted Li to Jackson Browne to The Piano Guys, in our welcoming culture. we are ready to bring you multiple genres One of the things that I love most of music that are sure to entertain and about Jacksonville, is that when visitors captivate audiences. wearing cowboy hats to dreadlocks With sixteen main stage concerts and walk down the street, they feel like four BrittKids Koncerts, August 2019 will they belong. We not only have a big be the busiest Britt Music and Arts Festival atmosphere, we have a big heart and AWARD WINNING WINERY AND VINEYARD. 74.87 CUSTOM BUILT HOME has absolutely beautiful views Acres of grapes & pasture w/irrigation. Tasting room, of the valley, Mt. McLoughlin and local vineyards. 4 month ever and that translates into a vibrant that combination leads to opportunity state of the art custom crush & wine storage. Owners bed, 4 bath 2 car. Pool. 3167 sq’ with valley views. tourism industry. Through inspiring, and prosperity for all. produce w/award winning wines. 9200 Ramsey Rd | 335 Laurelwood drive, Jacksonville | MLS 30010770 affordable performances this month— Comments or questions for Britt Festivals? MLS 2982535 & 2982536 | $3,995,000 | Price $649,000 See virtual tour here: https://goo.gl/bJWPqx people from all walks of life will visit our Email Donna at [email protected]. Visit Britt Co-Listed with Randy McBee, Broker, John L. Scott, 541.944.0299 town to listen, watch, learn, shop and play. Festivals at www.brittfest.org. See ad page 2. Jacksonville-Applegate Writers The Jacksonville-Applegate Writers Meetings occur twice monthly in the is an interest group which welcomes conference room at Jacksonville City area residents to join their bimonthly Hall, 206 North 5th Street. Upcoming meetings. The group includes both meetings will be from 9:00-10:30am published and non-published members on the following Monday mornings: FAMILY HOME IN JACKSONVILLE. 2578 sq.’ 4 bed, HOME IN APPLEGATE VALLEY WITH IRRIGATION. of varying skills levels who share their August 5 and 19, September 9 and 23. 2.5 bath. Hardwood floors and gas fireplace. Large 1728 sq’ home, 3 bed, 2 bath on 9.8 acres. Irrigation bonus room for family center. Walking distance to rights, garden are, large out buildings and fencing. own projects for discussion and input For more information, please contact downtown and Britt. 653 Sterling Street | $549,000 Only 5 miles from Ruch store. 12640 Hwy 238, from the group. Those who are interested Jacksonville-Applegate Writers at | MLS 2993301 Jacksonville | MLS 2997335 | $478,900. in doing so may give or receive feedback. [email protected]. 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JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 7 Sensational Seniors Carolyn Kingsnorth Keeps Reinventing Herself by Mike McClain The subject of the August “Sensational She remembers, “I gained a wonderful Seniors” article, Carolyn Kingsnorth, stepson Thomas, and a lifestyle of culture has the most extensive and varied career and travel. By becoming a ‘stringer’ for 180 E. California Street, Jacksonville resume of anyone I have ever met. I will Atlanta newspapers, I was able to join Debbie Tollefson Don Tollefson only be able to touch on some aspects of Michael on film ‘junkets’ which took us Principal Broker/Owner ( Across form the Jacksonville Inn ) Principal Broker/Owner her vita; hopefully, to New York, New 541-973-9184 541-973-9185 it will give the flavor Orleans, Los Angeles, of this statement. and Mexico and led “Jacksonville’s Hometown Realtor” Carolyn was born in to interviews with Decatur, Georgia, a stars like Richard Our Jacksonville Properties suburb of Atlanta. 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For example, “It’s time!” This led to their settling I found that Rock Hudson became very on Old Military Road outside of nervous before interviews but loved Jacksonville. Carolyn and Bob had visited crossword puzzles. I could sit him down longtime friends in Jacksonville for with a crossword puzzle book before several years, gaining an introduction to an interview, and he wouldn’t think to the Rogue Valley. “We knew we wanted become anxious.” to relocate in the Jacksonville area. Carolyn’s work with the movie theater The only question was when,” recalls chain introduced her to many people Carolyn. Once they made the move in the entertainment world, including Carolyn and Bob immersed themselves Michael Hudgens, the Amusements in Jacksonville life. They both became Editor of the then Houston Post. She active in the Jacksonville Boosters 805 N. 5th St., Jacksonville, OR 97530 • www.PioneerVillageOregon.com T married him on Christmas Eve of 1971. Seniors - Cont'd. on Pg. 24 8 AUGUST 2019 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW State of the Art Presence Art Center by Hannah West, Southern Oregon Artists Resource Jacksonville is proud to present its For the Second Saturday ArtWalk, ArtWalk on the Second Saturday of each August 10, from 5:00-7:30pm, Bruce Choosing one car month through October. Art changes Millbank demonstrates the technique that everything, improving creativity, critical makes his woodwork so special. He tells thinking, communication and academic us, “I have been doing woodwork for was easy... performance. many years. One thing that sets my work Participating venues will treat you to apart is that I inlay semiprecious stones unique pieces that will amaze and delight and turquoise into the pieces I make. But just you, and there will be wine and music. Over the last 4 years at Art Presence, This is such a great way to see what’s I have been asked many times how one dog? going on in the world of art and engage this process is done. I will demonstrate with the artists. at Art Presence for the Jacksonville Not so much! Many of the businesses have ArtWalk on August 10. It is very easy to educational offerings and merchandise do and adds a great look to your work. I specials during this time. Gather family hope to see you there.” and friends, mingle with others of like mind, and don’t forget, Jacksonville has some of the best food in Southern Oregon. If you haven’t stopped in to see it yet, our show of heavenly art by Art Presence member artists, Celestial Journeys, remains on display until Sunday, September 1. Our guest artist for August is Ilene Gienger-Stanfield. Gienger-Stanfield’s studio is in the hills of Southern Oregon where she holds weekly figurative sessions and teaches private lessons. She has taught workshops nationwide and has signature status with American Impressionist Society, Pastel Society of America, Northwest Pastel Society and master signature status with Women Artists of the West. Ilene’s first intensive studies were Vehicle shown with accessory equipment. in portraiture, where her sensitivity to capturing the character of her subjects honed her drawing skills. Always open When JoAnn was looking for her new car, the choice was easy – to learning, she then began observing subjects with a more abstract thought “Tender Spot,” watercolor by Joan Brown the all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent – The biggest Subaru SUV ever process, seeing only color, shapes, and with plenty of room for up to 8 passengers, or 4 dogs! Her dogs how they fit together. This observation of shapes led to a broader range of subjects from SoHumane have their “forever home” and JoAnn has her such as still life, landscape and figurative. “forever car”. Now that’s a choice no one can disagree with. Often Gienger-Stanfield does not know what she is painting; only the shapes she is painting. The last influential injection Test drive the all-new 3-row into Ilene’s current painting style was to strive for more original and clean color. Subaru Ascent.™ The combination of these influences— drawing, shape, and color—have led to a style that is “A space that is my own” quotes Gienger-Stanfield. With images pared down to the essentials, the viewer sees natural, simplistic, and truthful art. Art Presence invites you to a reception for the artists on Saturday, August 3, from 1:00-3:00pm. Painting by Ilene Gienger-Stanfield
Hannah West is a Jacksonville website designer and art advocate. She is the creator and editor of the Southern Oregon Artists Resource (www.soartists.com), 3103 Biddle Rd, Medford, OR 97504 serves on the board of Art Presence Art Center, is a core founding member of the Arts Alliance of Southern Oregon and curated the monthly art exhibits 541-245-2000 at GoodBean cafe for seven years. See some of her art and web design work at www.hannahwestdesign.com, and her Art Events calendar on Page 4.
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JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 9 Wanderlust Presents Neverland at LongSword As every resident of Jacksonville artists who have worked in professional knows, Southern Oregon is full of unique theaters across the country before making delights: beautiful wineries, gorgeous Southern Oregon their home in the scenery, endless outdoor adventures, hopes of sharing their unique way of art- and a vibrant, burgeoning arts scene. making with the Rogue Valley. Founding This September, Wanderlust Theatre member of Wanderlust and LongSword Company of the Applegate Valley Vineyard wine club & business manager will combine all of these delights into Kate Vangeloff has lived here for four one magical experience—an original years and is excited to be producing the theatrical adaptation of the Peter Pan company’s inaugural show along with story produced at co-producer and LongSword Vineyard. co-writer Jae Unker Showing Friday, WANDERLUST THEATRE COMPANY and director Nathan Saturday, and Green. Featuring a Sunday evenings in NEVERLAND cast of 16 local actors September, Neverland by Jessica Jae Unker & Kate Vangeloff and a production will be quite a Directed by Nathan Green team of 8 local theater different theatrical artists, the show is experience than ambitious in scope attending a show at and promises to be
Oregon Shakespeare unlike anything the Festival. Audience Applegate Valley has members will begin seen before. their journey on the More information LongSword Vineyard about Neverland tasting room patio, and Wanderlust which will serve as presented at Theatre Company the Darling residence, can be found on the and then fly with Peter company’s Facebook Pan and the Darling Page, which will children to a hidden acre in the back of also serve as a portal to purchase the property that will be transformed tickets. Tickets start at $15 and include into Neverland. The play will be an seating for large portions of the show. immersive, interactive experience The play will run approximately two featuring everything from original hours with one 15 minute intermission costume and sound designs to a 76-foot and will traverse approximately half ship built out of pallets for Hook and a mile. The company asks potential his pirates to a flock of Neverland fairies audience members with mobility serving LongSword wines, original concerns to contact them at neverland@ wine cocktails, and craft beer. Audience wanderlusttheatre.co. Although Peter members are encouraged to wear sturdy Pan is known as a children’s story, this Jacksonville Company shoes, bring layers, and enjoy the show! adaptation explores adult themes and Wanderlust Theatre Company is the isn’t recommended for children under Where style meets elegance. brain-child of a collective of theater the age of 10. 1 West California Street ac son ille Annual Rotary Salmon Bake is On! ac son illecompany com The Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary will enjoy live music, a short auction, Club will hold its 10th-Annual Salmon a wine raffle, and a delicious grilled Bake at Bigham Knoll on September 15. salmon or chicken dinner catered by the 3174 W. Griffin Creek Road, This event has turned into a beloved Jacksonville Inn and the Bella Union Medford Jacksonville tradition! As in past years, the Restaurant. Local beer and wines will be $799,000 Salmon Bake fundraiser supports Rotary’s available for purchase. Architecturally designed, contemporary home clean water projects around the world. Please join Rotary for a casual evening w/breathtaking panoramic views of the valley and surrounding mountains. This modern 3 The Salmon Bake begins at 4:00pm of friendship and frivolity! To purchase bd, 2 ba home sits on a rare, gated 10+ acre with dinner served at 5:00pm. Tickets tickets, contact a local Rotarian or go to lot with sweeping views & tons of privacy. cost $40 each or $370 for a premium www.jacksonvilleapplegaterotary.org. Soaring ceilings, clean lines, sealed concrete floors throughout, an open concept floor reserved table for 8. You and your guests See ad below. plan plus expansive walls of windows & glass doors that allow lots of natural light. Fantastic gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops, expansive island w/prep sink, gas range & hood fan, farm sink & eating bar. Beautiful master suite w/large sitting area or bonus room & private access to the side yard and patio. 1917 E. Main Street, Medford $1,100,000 Historic Frank C. Clark home seamlessly blends the grandeur of another era w/meticulous modernization to luxury contemporary living. Built in 1931 as Clark’s personal residence, this iconic home features a harmonious blend of formal and informal living areas w/a spacious and open floorplan. A picturesque Dutch door welcomes you to the light-filled, open interiors w/an elegant stairway, hardwood floors, extensive crown molding, base molding and picture rail throughout. Amazing 5 bdrms, 3 full ba, one half bath, a finished basement and 4,720 sq. ft. of living space. Gourmet kitchen w/ commercial grade luxury appliances. Majestic, park-like grounds, gunite pool, patio w/gazebo, sport court and water feature. 415 E. California Street, Jacksonville $429,000 Charming single-story home in the heart of Historic Jacksonville! Beautifully updated w/ hardwood floors, new windows & wood blinds, new doors, upgraded trim, newer carpet plus decorator light fixtures & ceiling fan. Gorgeous gas fireplace w/mantle, stone hearth & surround. Convenient kitchen featuring an eating bar, gas cooktop and newer fixtures. Lg utility/mud room w/a ½ ba and access to the backyard. Three generous bedrooms. Spacious carport w/2 parking spaces, 2 patio areas, mature easy-care landscaping & built-in sprinkler system. All within steps of restaurants, Britt, museums & all that Jacksonville offers!
10 AUGUST 2019 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW News from the Silent City on the Hill rah j Thank You! sa ill t. Jack Fifth S sonvil 05 N le, O 5 R by Dirk J. Siedlecki, President, Friends of Jacksonville's Historic Cemetery
It’s been a very busy summer and Great progress has been made on the much has been accomplished and Cemetery Kiosk project as well. The T VANVLEET JACKSONVILLE r projects taken off of our "to do" list. pavilion has been stained a light color to a n d io i t The metal bollards on either side of better enhance the beauty of the wood ti a on ic of un the Cemetery entrance gates have been and the wonderful iron work. Gutters and Stellar Comm painted black to match the gates and gutter screens have also been installed. Jill Hamilton, Broker archway, and have had decorative tops A hand rail, leading up the ramp to the “Sarah and Jill make a fantastic team! Their help was 541-621-0680 added to them. The support posts on the Interpretive Center and down the steps greatly appreciated with my time-sensitive real estate search Broker man-gates leading to the D Street parking to the pavilion, is being made by Bryan when inventory was extremely low. I now own the most Sarah Farnsworth, magical of properties thanks to their diligent search and 541-941-4620 lot have also been Pancheau. In his assistance throughout the closing of a complicated transaction.” painted black to design, Bryan will —Cindy C See our listings at windermere.com match the cemetery be incorporaping gates. In addition, several pieces of the sign with the iron scroll work that Cemetery Rules and were donated to the Regulations has Friends several years been placed on the ago. left hand side of the With the help of a road as you drive great team of workers through the gates. from Community 1217 Siskiyou Blvd, Medford | $257,000 | 3 BR | 1.5 BA | 1432 SF 221 Hawk Drive Dr, Grants Pass | $285,000 | 5.34 Ac Thanks go to Richard Justice, hired by the East Medford home w/HW & an inground Gunite pool w/a Views! Lovely lot in the Red Hawk Subdivision w/5.34 private Shields and Eric The Hanna plot in the final stages of FOJHC, sixty-two nice deck. 2016 new roof, exterior paint, insulation in floors acres to build your dream home. Enjoy the beauty of the Villarreal for putting U-Channel posts and ceilings, 2017 new interior paint, 2019 new carpet in vineyard views. Buyers to do due diligence regarding septic, a total restoration. family room. RV parking with hook-ups. well & homesite approval. the final touches on were driven into the our beautifully restored entrance to our ground along the roadways of the City Pioneer Cemetery. I also want to thank Section. Thank you to Richard and Eric Bryan Pancheau, Metal Sculpture & for helping me keep ahead of the calls Design for his generosity for redoing the for "where does the next post go." Next, man-gates to match the entrance gates as signs will be added that will indicate the PENDING a gift to the cemetery. appropriate block numbers at each of the Our new brochure, “Civil War and post locations. These along with a map Civil War Era Veterans” has been will hopefully be a big help to visitors published and copies are currently when trying to locate a grave site. Our 2175 W Hillside Dr, CP | $650,000 | 3 BR | 3 BA | 3035 SF 10 Highland Dr, Medford | $325,000 | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1684 SF 2 living spaces. Many updated: windows, plumbing, filter sys Adorable 1938 Craftsman home with modern touches but available at the Cemetery Interpretive appreciation to Valerie D. Coutts, who for well, 2 heating/air sys, & more! On 2.90 ac irrig from MID. still with a sense of yesteryear. Center located next to the Sexton's made a generous donation in memory Tool House. Thank you once again to of her husband, Glenn L. Coutts, who Jacksonville artist Anne Brooke for her passed on November 12, 2017. Valerie thoughtful and meaningful design for the requested that her gift be used towards front cover and drawings inside. Much signage for the Kiosk project. PENDING SOLD appreciation goes to John McGlothlin Thank you all for your support and for his research and writing of this wonderful feedback on these projects, wonderful addition to the history of the it means a lot and we appreciate it. Jacksonville Cemetery and its residents. Be sure to check out our website for 1030 Compton Wy, Medford | $369,000 | 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2410 SF 1014 E 11th St, Medford | $205,000 | 3 BR | 1 BA | 1290 SF Current Project Updates upcoming events and activities at Located in Candlewood community, this 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA home Investors Delight! Property being sold as is, cash buyers.
Work on the Mary T. Agnes Hanna friendsjvillecemetery.org. has large bonus room, updated LED lights throughout. Adorable East Medford home with the charm of yesteryear. plot should be just about complete when you receive your August issue of the August Cemetery Events Review. As of this writing, work on the Saturday, August 10, 10:00am: original outer walls and the newly-added History Saturday in the Cemetery inner walls have been finished. The "Courageous Women, Ahead of Their Time" base and plinth for the large tablet-style headstone have been placed back on their Tuesday, August 13, 6:30pm: Red Lily Vineyards original site. Next, the headstone will be Tuesday Evening Cemetery Stroll reattached to the base followed by the cap "A Visit to the Masonic Section of the pieces being reattached to the walls and Cemetery" ROCK the River EVERY Thursday, 6-8 p.m! then the corner bollards put in place. This Saturday, August 17, 9:00am: has been the biggest and most rewarding Marker Cleaning Workshop restoration project taken on by volunteers Volunteers needed for a fun and Join us for concerts in August! to date, and we are very pleased with how worthwhile project things have been going.
Summer on the Farm Focus on Hanley Farm by Pam Sasseen, Hanley Farm and SOHS Volunteer August 1 Blowin’ Smoke Summer Sundays at Hanley Farm— First Tuesdays Pub Talks are free and Have you been looking for ways to spend last about an hour, with ample time August 8 Fogline a Sunday afternoon? for questions and Look no further! Every discussion afterwards. August 15 The Evening Shades Sunday, the farm is open Windows in from noon to 4:00pm for Time—The Chinook August 22 Fret Drifters family fun, afternoon Salmon Migrations to picnicking and children’s the Upper Klamath August 29 Blue Lightning heritage games, docent- River—Retired September 5 221 FLY led house tours, and biologist, John self-guided farm and Hamilton, provides garden tours enhanced the history of with brochures about the plantings and Chinook salmon migrations upstream the Hanley Family. Admittance is always from dams on the Klamath River. John FREE! Hanley House Tours: 1:00-3:00pm, published a report “that updated the $5/adults, $3/SOHS Members & Children, historical record of Chinook salmon 12 years and younger. migration past the current barrier at Iron First Tuesday Pub Talk—Anne Gate Dam.” That report, “The Persistence No Cover Local food trucks Beach bar service Billeter, Past President of the Rogue and Characteristics of Chinook Salmon Valley Genealogical Society, shares her Migrations to the Upper Klamath storytelling talents and research skills at River Prior to Exclusion by Dams,” the August 6 First Tuesdays Pub Talk on gives a glimpse of the character of the “Sarah Ann: A Jackson County Mystery.” historical runs. Learn more on August 7 There are no names on a gravestone in at the Medford Medford Library, and the Jacksonville Cemetery, just the single Wednesday, August 14 at the Ashland word, "Mother." Who was she? Could she Library, noon-1:00pm. have been Sarah Ann? If so, what was her Hanley Farm, owned and operated by story? Why did she keep disappearing, or the Southern Oregon Historical Society, did she? Join Anne at the Four Daughters is located at 1053 Hanley Road, between Irish Pub in Medford; Anne will take you Jacksonville and Central Point. For more on the research trail for the story of Sarah information, sohs.org, 541-773-6536,
Ann, a Jackson County 1850’s pioneer. Facebook/HanleyFarm and Facebook/ August 6, 7:00pm, 126 W. Main, Medford. SouthernOregonHistoricalSociety. 11777 HWY 238 541.846.6800 www.redlilyvineyards.com JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 11 Peter Britt – Part 2 “Father of Southern Oregon’s Orchard, Wine, and Horticulture Industries” Pioneer Profiles by Carolyn Kingsnorth
In the mid-1800s, the promise of gold and free land lured fortune seekers and settlers to the newly-formed Oregon Territory. They were soon followed by merchants who amassed their own wealth selling supplies to the miners and farmers. This ongoing series shares the stories of these pioneers and their times. In July, Pioneer Profiles highlighted Peter Beginning in 1859, he recorded Britt’s renown as photographer, artist, and weather observations in his personal documenter of pioneer life in Southern diary, and when an official weather Oregon. However, Britt was also an avid service was established within the Army gardener and is considered to be the Signal Corps in 1870, Britt served as a father of Southern Oregon’s commercial volunteer civilian observer. Given Britt’s orchard, wine, vast knowledge and ornamental and experience, horticulture local agriculturists industries. Britt frequently sought Park, now the Britt his advice as they Festival grounds established their and the City-owned own commercial lower Britt Gardens, fruit crops. was the focal point Britt’s interest in of many of these horticulture also efforts. extended to exotic When Britt arrived plants. As early in Jacksonville in as 1859, he began the fall of 1852, keeping a list of he camped on the plant specimens he site now known as would like to grow “Britt Hill,” filed and surrounded a donation land his home with claim, and built ornamental shrubs, a small log cabin exotic trees, and with a magnificent unusual botanical view. Apparently, specimens. What Britt soon set about Britt with banana tree. started as utilitarian cultivating a garden plantings of pear and on his property, and apple trees, grapes by 1854 had planted and vegetables, his first fruit tree and evolved into lavish grape vines. Britt Victorian gardens had been reared in incorporating texture the grape districts variation, unusual of Switzerland, plantings, and and his travels in tropical and Asian France had added influences. to his knowledge of In the near- the grape industry. Mediterranean “Noting the vigor climate of the Rogue of the wild grape River Valley, Britt vines about here, he successfully cultivated determined to give lilies, ferns, magnolias, tame grapes a trial,” a rhododendron, 1920 Jacksonville Post Britt house with grape vines. jasmine, forsythia, article reported. wisteria, roses, Family legend has it that Britt acquired bamboo, palms, yucca, papyrus, gingko, his initial root stock from an Italian figs, persimmons, and his famous banana peddler from California. When he tree. His orchards represented a selection returned to his photography after his of the best fruit trees that could be grown years of “mule skinning,” he established in the West and were designed to provide a vineyard and planted orchards of pears sequential harvesting. His gardens also and peaches to supplement his income. boasted the oldest bay laurels in the state. By 1861 he had developed a 20-acre They furnished the bay leaf seasoning for commercial orchard and expansive grape Jacksonville’s pioneer cooks. vineyards on a property he had purchased Britt’s plantings eventually grew into about a mile from Jacksonville. extensive botanical gardens boasting Britt’s initial vines were Mission nearly 300 varieties of cultivated grapes, but by the 1870s he had plants, many acquired by mail order. experimented with over 200 varieties Britt documented his plantings in his of American and European grapes, photographic work, and Britt Park was and furnished vines for almost every featured in Northwest promotional vineyard in the Rogue River Valley. publications in the late 1800s. The gardens One of his experimental varietals may were a regional attraction a quarter of well have been pinot noir, and perhaps a century before Ashland’s Lithia Park Jacksonville and not the Willamette was established, and by the turn of the Valley is the Oregon birthplace of the century, Britt’s gardens had become a state’s famed wine. Pacific Northwest tourist destination. However, Britt may not have sold pinot Today, the lower gardens continue to noir commercially. His records show be restored by the City of Jacksonville, that he made muscatel and zinfandel the Jacksonville Boosters Club, and the wines as well as a popular claret Jacksonville Garden Club. The upper which he marketed under his Valley gardens are home to the Britt Music View Vineyard label. By 1880 he was Festival, and both upper and lower producing 1,000 to 3,000 gallons of wine gardens provide key trailheads to the per year, eventually filling orders from as 16+ miles of Jacksonville Woodlands far away as Wyoming. hiking trails. Britt Park is again a popular Britt also produced and sold peaches, destination for residents and visitors alike. apples and pears. He was acquainted Next month: Peter Britt, Home and Family. with knowledgeable horticulturalists Pioneer Profiles is a project of Historic throughout the country and stayed Jacksonville, Inc. Join us on our many fun well informed in the latest cultivation and interesting tours that provide new ways methods. He raised bees to improve to look at local history and bring it to life! pollination, and then sold the honey. He Visit us at www.historicjacksonville.org and irrigated his property as early as 1855, follow us on Facebook (historicjville) and installing an innovative irrigation system Instagram for a full schedule of activities fed by a mile-long ditch and a system of and events plus local history trivia and underground pipes. He used smudging fascinating random historical facts. techniques to fight frost. See ads this page. 12 AUGUST 2019 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW Here We Go Again City Snapshot A Few Minutes with the Mayor by Paul Becker, Mayor of Jacksonville July 2 & 16 City Council Meetings generous offer by Mel & Brooke Ashland Some readers may remember a were the surgeons in the operating At the 7/2 meeting, Mayor Paul to re-house and re-purpose the display. column years ago about my falling room. I remember wondering, Becker opened the meeting by thanking Anne Brooke had noted that after an and then riding in an ambulance to “How can these guys be so the community for their outpouring exhaustive search, no buyer could be the ER. It struck me as humorous quickly surgically dressed and of support following his recent heart found for the train display. It is expected how repeatedly I was asked my waiting?” In place, at the ready, attack. Please read his commentary on that the display will be recreated in a birthdate… 11-14-29. However, they resembled mannequins, the matter in “A Few Minutes with the to-be-constructed train museum on the I annoyed a couple of readers who only these mannequins greeted me Mayor” on this page. The Mayor also campus. The campus is also home to the mistook my humor for criticism of those with a cordial welcome better than the thanked Councilor David Jesser for his “Tea Kettle Steam Engine #1,” one of the who were helping me. Not everyone sees maître d’ at the Polo Lounge. It seems I 13+ years of public service following Mr. most historic railroad artifacts on the humor the same way, and I understand was to be awake for this procedure. Jesser’s resignation from council. West Coast that the Ashland’s purchased that. Well… here we go again. I’ve had Upon examination, they declared they In Staff Reports, Administrator several years ago in their ongoing effort another one were going Jeff Alvis reported that the Medford to preserve Jacksonville’s buildings, of those to insert a Water Commission is raising its history and artifacts. unforeseen stent into Systems Development Charges for new On 7/2, Council attempted to fill the rides in an a blocked commercial and residential construction. vacant seat held by David Jesser. With ambulance, artery. I He noted that building plans for the no formal rules on filling the spot, but before have no exterior elevator and stairs at New City council opted to select from three citizens I begin my sense of how Hall were available for public review. who’d submitted letters of interest for tale, let me long they At its 7/16 meeting, council approved an filling the post. All are currently serving emphasize operated… expenditure of approximately $140,000 in significant roles on various city that we all I from the Urban Renewal fund for exterior committees and commissions, an attribute have some remember is concrete and steel stair egress work as a the Council agreed would benefit the city. of the most seeing this part of the installation of an elevator to After casting their votes, a 3-3 tie between dedicated rectangular service the second floor. Cost estimates Omer Kem and Mike McClain resulted. professionals white for the elevator will be available soon. At its July 16 meeting, Council again in our Fire Department one could hope to translucent box that kept moving a few In other council business, a request deliberated before breaking the tie by find. Ditto to the Mercy Flights crew! inches over my chest, up, down, across, to remove a model train display from selecting Mike McClain in a 4-2 vote. My story begins on a Monday night back, and up again, clicking with each the upper floor of the Art Presence On 7/16, Planner Ian Foster presented that started out like any other. Sharon’s move. Had I landed on the starship Art Center (formerly the Children’s council and staff with a nearly- son, Jonathan, and my son Scott, joined Enterprise? Museum) was approved. Anne Brooke, completed revision of Chapter One of us for dinner. When Scott left at about I felt nothing during the entire director of the non-profit artists group, the Comprehensive Plan. After another 6pm there was no sign of any physical procedure. Finally, one of them said was on-hand to discuss the matter with review by the Planning Commission, the trouble on my part. The scenario changed they were done, bid me fond farewell, council and staff. The train display will chapter will be adopted on a first-reading when a movie we’d watched came to an and off I was to a room. It was less than stay in Jacksonville and be relocated to on August 6 and then formally codified at end around 8:15. three hours since Sharon called 911, the Bigham Knoll Campus, thanks to a the August 20 council meeting. While turning the TV off, I suddenly comparably less time than it takes to became aware of some discomfort in watch Gone With The Wind. A Tree-mendous Job my upper chest, bad enough that I Footnote: In the waiting room, the mentioned it and the question arose: surgeon squinted at my wife and asked, do we call 911? Raised in the Great “Is your husband really the mayor of Depression where we had no money, my Jacksonville? He’s joking around so much inclination is to ride things out, but an I wasn’t certain he was serious.” Then he increasing numbness in my left shoulder declared he had never put a stent in a mayor changed my mind. Time to call 911! Our before. Days later, she wished she had Fire Department arrived in less time than responded, “Oh my! Is that what he told it takes to poach an egg. Indy 500 drivers you? Last week he was Hercule Poirot.” have nothing on these guys! Not 48 hours later, I was discharged Suddenly our small living room was from the hospital and home. In a week filled, as I counted six people, all from I was back on the job presiding over the our Police and Fire Departments and City Council. And that’s my story, but Mercy Flights, and all focused on me. before concluding, I want to thank the Even if I wanted to, there was no place City staff, members of the City Council, to hide. No matter, for soon I was on a and everyone else who sent me or wished stretcher, out the door, down the stairs me words of encouragement. I am and into the ambulance which took off grateful for your support. It meant a lot. with a hearty high-ho. Although not Finally, I can’t help but remark about quite Mr. Toad’s wild ride, I did make the skill and professional coordination a mental note to call Medford’s Mayor between the Jacksonville Fire Dept., Mercy Arborist Lou Mayersky stands under a magnificient Maple tree that’s been in his care about the rough pavement conditions as Flights, and the RVMC cardiac unit. Our for 30 years. The tree, located near Jacksonville, spans 110 feet across and stands 100 feet we bounced our way to the hospital. little town, this beautiful village, is safe in tall with a trunk circumference of 10 feet. Lou, widely known as one of the best “tree RVMC was prepared and waiting as their hands. May it always be so! guys” around, is also active with the Jacksonville Lions Club and other non-profit work.
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JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 13 Ignore the Headlines (Just not your local newspaper!) On Money & More by Erich & Matt Patten, Cutler Investment Group On July 1st, the US economy officially step back and think about how you can entered the longest expansion in achieve them. If you think markets are history. The economy has grown for overvalued, perhaps you can take on less 121 consecutive months, beginning the risk and work a year or two longer before streak after the Great Recession in June retirement? Maybe you can downsize Our Health — Smoke & Wildfire of 2009. The second longest period? your home and use the proceeds to Last summer the American Lung Association ranked the Medford-Grants Pass This was the dot com era of the 1990’s help you reach your goals. Or, take on a area as having the most polluted air in the country due to the wildfires. which memorably came crashing down dollar-cost average approach to investing at the turn of the century. For stock your portfolio. market investors this has been an equally With stocks at lofty levels again, it is “The long term effects are similar to what you get when people smoke two remarkable run. The S&P 500 hit 666 (yes, natural to ask if they are overvalued. It cigarettes a day,” said Dr. James Shames, Medical Director of Jackson County. really) in March of 2009. In July of this is possible that they are, but short-term year, it crossed over the 3000 level. valuations are based on headlines and The health hazards brought by the smoke have even driven some residents While this has been an extraordinary investors should be looking past the from their Southern Oregon homes, forcing them to live elsewhere until they twelve years, it has not been without headlines. This is how the most wealth has can safely return to their normal lives. pitfalls for investors. Remember the been created over this bull market. Talk to European debt crisis in 2010? How an advisor about the right asset allocation about the US credit downgrade by for you, and the best way to implement However, even though people with existing respiratory conditions are more Standard & Poor’s in 2010? This came that plan. In our view, for the next 10 at risk, the smoke brought by the wildfires is also dangerous for otherwise after a contentious budget ceiling debate years, that is the winning strategy. healthy people. in Congress. In 2013 we had another Cutler does not provide tax advice, and nothing herein government budget standoff that had should be construed as such. All opinions and data included “Smoke affects all people...the particles lodge deeply into the lung and can many investors running for the hills. Oil in this commentary are as of July 16, 2019 and are subject cause multiple symptoms, even in a healthy lung,” said Asante respiratory markets began to crash in 2014. In 2015? to change without notice. The opinions and views expressed The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped herein are of Cutler Investment Counsel, LLC and are not therapist Paul Schneider. 1100 points in a “flash crash” in the first intended to be a forecast of future events, a guarantee of five minutes of trading on August 24th. future results or investment advice. This article is provided for We can’t let the Rogue Valley become an unhealthy place to live, work, and The following year, markets were jolted informational purposes only and should not be considered a play, especially since so many of us live here for the active outdoor lifestyle by Brexit and Japan began to experiment recommendation or solicitation to purchase or sell securities. provided by our beautiful area. with negative interest rates. In 2017, North This information should not be used as the sole basis to make Korea was at the forefront of investor’s any investment decision. The statistics have been obtained minds, worried about geo-political from sources believed to be reliable, but the accuracy and Please join us in asking that politics be set aside, and change course now! escalation. Last year, trade wars with China completeness of this information cannot be guaranteed. Your Jackson County Commissioners gave investor’s reasons to pause. Neither Cutler Investment Counsel, LLC nor its information And yet, here we are twelve years into providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from Bob Strosser, Colleen Roberts, Rick Dyer this bull market near all-time highs. Is any use of this information. now a good time to sell? Perhaps. But, if Matthew Patten is CEO and Investment The best way you can help is to sign our petition to government officials you are selling based on the headlines, Portfolio Manager. He is a graduate of asking them for the resources needed to put fires out when they start. Visit history has shown that this strategy is Jacksonville Elementary School and South www.jcwildfireandsmoke.com to support the petition and sign up for updates. only temporarily worthwhile. Equity Medford High School. Matt earned BA investors over meaningful time periods degrees in Economics and Environmental have been rewarded for their patience. Geo-Sciences from Boston College and a So, what should investors who are MBA from the University of Chicago. nervous now do? There are options. Erich Patten is President and Chief First of all, have a plan. Why are you an Investment Officer. He is a graduate of investor? What is your objective? Do you Jacksonville Elementary School and South need to make money or preserve money? Medford High School. Erich earned a BS Can you afford to take on risk? Knowing in Economics from the Wharton School, your plan is much more valuable than University of Pennsylvania, and a Masters in knowing the latest headlines. Once Public Policy from the University of Chicago. you’ve established your goals, take a See ad this page. Are You Ready for Your Firewise Neighborhood? by Gayle Lewis, Jacksonville CERT, Gold Terrace Firewise Board Member Just how much effort is required to be community participation. Folks look “Firewise”? This was my first question at their property with a more critical when Gold Terrace became the obvious eye and help each other maintain safer trial neighborhood landscapes. Gold with about twenty- Saturday, August 3, 10:00am Terrace qualified for five homes. We would & Wednesday, August 7, 6:00pm: two grants from ODF be working together Firewise Informational Meetings. to remove tree limbs to prepare our homes New City Hall (Old Courthouse) lawn on large evergreens. To for resilience to at 5th and D Streets. qualify annually, hours fire and to submit of work clearing yard our work for the record to the Federal debris and expense of yard service or Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) green bins is tallied and submitted by Firewise program. the Chair each November to update Several neighbors must commit the neighborhood status once it to the process. A Chair leads and is achieved. The current plan of acts as recordkeeper. A map annual City Firewise clean-up and list of residents as well as a day on the first weekend in May contact list must be maintained. qualifies as the “event” for all Three are required for a Board Firewise neighborhoods. Sourcing local? but more is often better. The Each of Jacksonville’s Add Wealth Management and Retirement Planning to your list! Board prepared informational Firewise neighborhoods is packets. Community unique. Those neighborhoods Emergency Response Team that interface directly with Trusted advisors for three generations. (CERT) helped the Board walk the Woodlands are priority for the neighborhood to distribute assistance to become Firewise. Based here in Jacksonville, OR. packets and assess each property for Current Firewise Boards and CERT will needs. The data was submitted to FEMA. provide assistance and mentoring for you The Board continued to make follow-up to take the lead in your neighborhood. visits and organized a clean-up day with For more information, please contact Linda the help of the Oregon Department of Davis, Firewise Coordinator at 541-690- Forestry (ODF) who provided dumpsters 5688, Gayle Lewis CERT at 541-899-7023 Individuals Retirement Plans Foundations and manpower. or [email protected], and visit www. The most valuable aspect of becoming nfpa.org/Public-Education/By-topic/Wildfire/ Firewise is the educational benefit and Firewise-USA. COMMUNITY � CARING � CONFIDENTIAL
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14 AUGUST 2019 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW In Memoriam
Theresa Marie Wadovich Gieg “To Him be glory in the church Theresa Marie Wadovich Gieg passed began working with her long time friend, throughout all generations...” away peacefully on May 6, 2019, at Ann Wisnovsky, at Valley View Winery the age of 83, though she would have “VVW,” and she helped to launch the —Ephesians 3:20-21 emphatically told anyone who asked that VVW Tasting Room on California Street she never grew a day older than 39 years. in downtown Jacksonville. Thus began From her birth in Buffalo, New York her love affair with all things related to to Neva Wadovich “her” town. Theresa Johnson and Stephen was an essential part J. Wadovich on June 7, in the creation of the 1935, to her death in Victorian Christmas Jacksonville, Oregon, she and Chinese New Year was a fiercely loyal sister, Celebrations. She served mother, grandmother as an officer for the and great grandmother, Rotary and President an active citizen and a of the Chamber of loving friend. Commerce. In 1998 she As the oldest of four was proclaimed the Connecting People siblings, Theresa, or Jacksonville Chamber “Terri” as many knew of Commerce Person with God, Each Other, and Ministry her, was a role model of the Year. Favorite to her younger siblings, shared memories of her Sunday Morning Worship Services Nancy, Sally and John. grandchildren included She was the loving visits to Jacksonville 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. wife of Bruce E. Gieg Sr., and mother to ride the trolley, because “Grandma Child care and Sunday School at both services all summer long. to Deon G. Gieg (Arlene), Bruce E. knows everyone in town and we feel so Gieg Jr., Amanda “Mandy” Menchaca special when we are with her.” (Andrew), and Karen Lillesve (Dave). Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Toddler and Preschool You are welcome to pray She was the doting grandmother Jacksonville held a special place in Open Play Fridays at the Historic Church to Bruce E. Gieg III “Tre” (Jordan), Theresa’s heart. She spent many hours Ages 5 and under. Outdoor activities 405 E California Street Michelle Gieg, Ashley Gieg Stephens working with the choir, raising money, for school age siblings. Mon., Wed., Fri. • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. (John), Andrew “Mario” Menchaca, and even cleaning the church and June 14th, July 12th, August 9th th th Austin “Tex” Menchaca, Derek Deon rectory. You could hear her on the organ June 17 –Aug 30 9:30 – 11 a.m. Gieg, Jordan Lillesve and Alexander on Sundays, with her favorite services “Alex” Menchaca. She was also the being Christmas and Easter. great grandmother to Kinston Gieg, Of all the things she was proud of Cohen Gieg, and Gray Stephens. “Aunt in her life, some of the moments that Terri” or “Grandma Gieg,” as many brought Theresa the most joy were called her, will also be missed by many celebrating in the successes of her loving nieces, nephews and friends. children and grandchildren. She had Theresa grew up in San Fernando, a way of making the special people in 425 Middle Street California where she attended San her life feel so cared for and comforted. (541) 899-1287 Fernando Mission High School. It was Whether it was her grandchildren’s after high school when she met, then photos and awards in her shop Visit our website jvillepres.org for more married the love of her life, Bruce on window, a greeting card with the most details about upcoming events. July 12, 1953. After the arrival of their important parts underlined, or a special 1907 three children, she became heavily message on an answering machine, involved in Scouting, culminating in Theresa never missed an opportunity 1976 with Theresa winning the Silver to care intensely for the people in this Beaver Award, one of scouting’s highest world who she loved. honors. She followed each of her children We thank God for the many years through their accolade-filled careers in we had with Theresa, and for the many football, baseball and cheerleading, never memories that will live on in those she allowing them to give less than their very left to carry forward her legacy. best toward their endeavors. A celebration of her life was Theresa arrived in Jacksonville in held in June. Please send memorial the summer of 1981 and immediately contributions in Theresa’s name to fell in love with the town’s history, the Alzheimer’s Association and the architecture, and nostalgic feel. She soon American Cancer Society. Private Creekside Cottage In Jacksonville
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Your home’s 6580 Whispering Pines Ln., Jacksonville a complex landscape that is known as exterior plays an important role in 3 BR | 2 BA | 1144 SF |1.83 ACRES the wildland/urban interface. preventing a fire. Firewise encourages • Open concept floorplan Encroaching development into the use of vegetation that is green • Remodeled kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless appliances, & custom cabinetry forests and grasslands has put lives, throughout the year. • Updates include new engineered wood flooring, property, and natural resources at In many cases, the condition of your decking, fencing, interior doors, wood stove, interior & exterior painting, water heater risk from wildfire. Unfortunately, home and yard affect how well your • Private, fenced backyard once a wildfire ignites, firefighters are neighbor’s home will fare during a • Gated yard with room for RV limited in what they can do to protect wildfire, and vice versa. Neighbors • 10 minutes to Jacksonville what lies in its path. Wildfires can put can help neighbors, and they are multiple homes at risk at the same often inextricably linked together time and firefighters may not have the in their wildfire safety solutions. A Great View Property Just resources to protect each home. In fact, Firewise community can be an entire Outside Jacksonville! a wildfire may prevent firefighters subdivision or simply a group of from even reaching your home. residents who live on a certain street. $425,000 The National Firewise Communities There are already many Firewise Walker Creek Road, Central Point Program (Firewise) is a national neighborhoods in Jackson County 5.18 ACRES program that encourages partnerships including in the City of Jacksonville • Desirable quiet neighborhood minutes to Jacksonville among communities, homeowners, but you do not have to live in the city • Amazing mountain and valley views private industry, and public to participate, the program is designed • Rare Building Opportunity in agencies and officials to develop and for everyone. It’s simple, and it doesn’t Established Neighborhood implement local solutions for wildfire need to cost a lot of money. Grants are • Residential Zoned Parcel preparedness—before a fire ever available to assist eligible homeowners • Power, telephone, & gas line next to parcel starts. The Firewise program offers a with cleanup around their homes. Contact • A well is onsite • Jacksonville Elementary School District series of steps that residents can take the Oregon Department of Forestry at to improve the safety and resilience (541) 664-6674 or your local fire district of their homes and landscapes to let them know you are interested in to withstand a wildfire. When a becoming a Firewise community. Custom Home with neighborhood is prepared, firefighters Editor's note: For information on Applegate River Frontage can focus more of their resources on Jacksonville's Firewise neighborhoods, the main body of the fire—as opposed see article on page 14. $799,900 to individual structures. Sandy J. 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JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 19 Speaking of Antiquing On a Soapbox by Margaret Barnes, Pickety Place Antiques & Collectibles This month, I’m breaking away from Nowadays making soap is considered speaking about a specific antique item a craft or hobby for the most part. People to point out an obvious fact about one from all walks of life are participating in of our most common its creation. Every gift store commodities—soap! or farmer’s market will Soap is a household have soap makers vending item that we often take for their wares. We buy them granted. There will always because they are a timeless be soap of one fragrance or treat to our bodies, and another at any given hotel, a way to avoid the harsh restroom, or home. chemicals used in the Soap is a luxury item that manufacture of soap today. we don’t consider a luxury, What does all this have that is, until we don’t have any on hand. to do with an antiques column? One of the first products manufactured Farm implements, molds, swishers, and 130 South 3rd Street and traded or sold by the American wooden forms are an interesting category corner of 3rd and Main colonists was soap. This helped create for collecting. While many producers of 541 702-2555 economic freedom from England and soap did not use molds or forms, the soap supported the colonists to be able to was broken from the cakes and sold by ART/HOME/GARDEN/GIFTS purchase other essentials. the pound. The soap would last a long Soap-making was laborious and typically time and could be stored in crocks or jars. done outside over a fire in large cast iron Wire mesh swishers were handheld and kettles. Hardwood ash was collected just swished through the water to create throughout the year and stored in large enough “soapiness” to wash dishes. Large wooden barrels. Water was then poured graters were used to make fine bits that over the ash and a brown liquid would would be placed in muslin or crochet bags ooze out. The liquid was the lye that was to keep the bits off the clothes while they mixed with melted fat from animals. melted in the hot water. Together they formed soap that was used I’m always in awe of crafters and for bathing and household cleaning. hobbyists who can make a living making Salt was added to the liquid soap to by selling something so needed and yet make it harden. The cake was broken into so competitive. bits or bars and sold locally and exported We offer some French and domestic back to England. soap at Pickety Place along with a few Fragrances were also added, as the fat implements of the trade that can be was smelly and unpleasant. Lavender found here, too! For the Young & Young at Heart oil and sandalwood were primarily used, but the soap could be scented with Margaret Barnes is an Top Quality • Remarkable Selection • Outstanding Service flowers or pine. owner of Pickety Place Production of soap was relatively easy Antiques & Collectibles. 180 W. California Street, Jacksonville, OR 97530 and is still a staple of local commerce. See ad this page. (541) 899-7421 [email protected] Jacksonville Resident Sarah Sissum Benefits from Study Abroad
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Unlike many of her peers, Sarah comment that the residence-hall food Sissum had never been outside the was such that she more often cooked for United States until she was accepted into herself and mates in the resident-hall the SOU Study Abroad program at the kitchen. She also noted, as a person who University of Winchester, a university has had to work and take out loans, that about 70 miles southwest of London. At getting into and staying in universities the April meeting of Friendship Force there seemed to be a lot easier than here. 130 N. 4th St., of Southern Oregon, Sarah told of her She found the students as well as the experiences and insights. people on the streets to be “SO nice.” Jacksonville A history and English major as well She also remarked on how accessible as part of SOU’s Honor College, Sarah everything was on public transportation, L.L.C. knew it was high time to broaden so inter-connected. Open Daily 10am - 5pm her perspective, so Fall term 2018 she Her biggest takeaways: Confidence, a spread her wings living in West Downs new appreciation for experiencing the Glassware, residence halls, a 20-minute walk world and a desire to see more. Today, Jewelry, Fine Antiques, etc. from her classes at the University. Her she feels more of a global citizen. residence-mates were from England as Sarah received a $1,000 grant from well as from other countries. Friendship Force of Southern Oregon, Unlike her SOU classes, her which will be given to an SOU student Winchester classes, among them “The again this year. Victorian Art of Murder” and “American FFSO meets monthly at Royal Mobile Modernity,” though interesting, were Estates clubhouse, 1055 N. 5th Street, not interactive, and at 3 hours each Jacksonville. Their next meeting is required lots of sleep the night before— September 22, 3:00pm. Club members so she did not sample as much of pub Arnie and Mary Abrams will speak life as she might have otherwise! about their recent journey to Ireland and Most visitors to another country, for Iceland. All are welcome. Like us on facebook more than short stays, experience some For more information, please visit differences. Sarah came back with the ffsouthernoregon.org. 20 AUGUST 2019 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW Where Your Best Yard Begins and Ends Love Your Landscape by Adam Haynes, Artisan Landscapes O er ilts! Now that summer is here, we lawn itself. Here are a few tips can enjoy our outdoor areas to keep your yard healthy a ri s a estries i ts ore where we’ve been investing our throughout the warmest moths resources, creativity and personal of the summer: style. And no one is happier • Take a Day Off from Watering: about that than me. One way to keep your lawn For those whose outdoor living beautiful while keeping your water dreams have yet to be realized, there are bill down is to cut out one watering a few simple ways to improve the time day per week…this can reduce your we spend outdoors. Creating boundaries water use by as much as 15%. and definition can help you feel more • Time of Day: Water in early-morning comfortable in any outdoor area, and this hours before sunrise to lessen water helps you know where elements in your lost to evaporation and daytime winds. landscape begin and end. • Monitor Your Landscape: Make As much as I like fencing an outdoor adjustments to watering times as living area, I also like using plants as a needed. Shaded or protected areas privacy fence as a solution without taking may need less water than other on the commitment of installing a wooden zones. You may even be able to water Full line of im Shore eartwood or metal fence. Creating a sense of space less frequently than you think. reek Statues is essential to utilizing the exterior of your • Check Your Irrigation System: Check property. If you don’t have a fence, there your irrigation system weekly for are a lot of landscape hedge ideas that broken or misaligned sprinkler heads incorporate plants to establish a boundary and drip emitters, which can be line around your home. prime water-waste culprits. One of my favorite (and green) uses • Mow for Best Results: Each time you ui t inishin usto esi ns for seclusion is to create a boundary line mow the lawn, change directions. S e ia e uests an or a hine ui tin of fast-growing trees that will reach their Set your mower to the proper height maximum height within a few years. to promote a healthy lawn and to E. Cali ornia Street Having fast-growing trees and shrubs reduce water use. 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JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 21 Five Things to Stop Doing NOW SERVING! Soul Matters by Kate Ingram One of the (few) perks of big and bold and brave, because Craft PIZZAS getting older is having a longer someone out there needs exactly with Rise-up view of life. Being a newly- what you bring. So drop the & PIZZA minted mother of two teens, perfectionism and the doubt and Organic Crusts I’m remembering just how bring it. inwardly awkward and stressful Stop Focusing on What You adolescence is. Figuring out who Don’t Want—I’m terrible with this. you are and how to navigate life is rough I learned early in life to fixate on what’s on rats. And parents. not working, what I don’t want, and But the difficulty doesn’t end with what I hate or fear. The problem is that puberty. Based on what I hear from what you focus on increases. Focus on what Lunch: clients, friends, and the little voices in my you DO want, and you will create more Tuesday - Saturday own head, it’s clear that the Sturm und of that. Where attention goes, energy 11:30a-2:30p Drang of adolescence never really ends. flows, so choose your thoughts carefully. Dinner: We’re always struggling to figure it out Stop Thinking About Yourself— Thursday - Saturday and find our way. We’re all insecure. We Our culture has become incredibly all worry too much. We all try too hard narcissistic. The era of selfies, small 5:30-8:30p and think way to much about stuff that A) screens and toxic consumerism is is total B.S. or B) doesn’t matter. choking-out meaningful connection 541 261 7638 • 230 E C St Jville There are a few lessons I wish I’d and deep relationship. 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We unwittingly walk still focusing on “fitting in.” The only solid into someone's drama and then take the footing in life is found in being exactly, popcorn they throw at us personally. It’s humbly, honestly who you are, warts and not. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: all. And when you share this wonderful, What someone says or does is not about warty self with the world, you’ll find true you: it’s about them. happiness and connection, because being Stop Believing That You’re Not real is über sexy. Enough—Everything you need to be KATE INGRAM, MA, is a life transitions successful is already inside of you. coach, counselor and award-winning author. You were born with “enough.” You are To book a session or to learn more, go to enough. Your job is to trust this, to be katherineingram.com. In Search of FOOTPRINTS at Jacksonville Community Center by David Doi, JCC Board Member You probably know that there are be a half-day hike on Saturday, August poisonous snakes and non-poisonous 31 starting at 9:00am. Students, their ones, but can your children identify parents (optional) and instructors will honoring the art of aging gracefully which is which? Can they also identify hike on the Collings Mountain Trail just At Angelica Day Spa, some of the bugs and west of Applegate Lake and we have a profound plants that they might explore the first and maybe desire to educate, see on a routine walk in only Sasquatch Trap in nurture and help heal the woods? How about a America. The class will be your skin. Sasquatch footprint? These repeated in September. are just some of things The only prerequisites We allow compassion that your 7-11-year-old for this class are a good & intuition to be our child can learn In Search imagination, an open mind compass with each and every person of FOOTPRINTS—the and a pair of hiking shoes. who graces the spa. newest class being offered Space for the class is by the Jacksonville limited so contact JCC follow us! Community Center (JCC). Director, Rick Patsche, Sign your child up for to register your child by this four-session class that will explore calling 541-702-2585 or email Rick at Nature’s Healing Sanctuary in the the Sasquatch legends while also learning [email protected]. heart of downtown Jacksonville. about identification of Pacific Northwest Registration is required and the cost is bugs, snakes and plants. Three one-hour $60.00. Financial assistance is available 260 S. 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Come see our professional team galas and other lavish “Many times, we’ll for the treatment of: celebrations where Penny have three weddings on a and Lulu furnishes much weekend,” says Penwell. • Auto Injuries more than flowers. And a majority of those • Sports Injuries “Nobody realizes how big weddings—at least 60 each • Headache & Migraine this industry is,” says Penwell. year—are feted on Penny and • Sciatica Whether it’s full-blown Lulu’s social media platforms. • Stress Relief garden roses or understated Posting almost daily to greenery, Penny and Lulu Facebook and Instagram, centerpieces, bouquets, Penny and Lulu not only garlands and swags compel previews new products and plenty of attention. 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Color Lulu designed at her family’s palettes, shapes, textures winery, Schmidt Family and sizes requested for Vineyards, in Grants Pass. arrangements usually derive The assemblage of antique more from a popular social- furniture and books that media post than the seasonal Penny and Lulu arranged for availability of flowers. the event stands out in Brons’ “Every bride walks in with memory as leading a trend her Pinterest board,” says that has expanded with the Penwell. “Bouquets are a region’s winery weddings. To foraged, very loose look—to complement table coverings traditional—whatever brides from a company based in request.” Napa, Calif., Penny and Lulu While Penny and Lulu has a appointed the banquet table with purposefully laundry list of seasonally fresh flowers—locally mismatched dining chairs—no folding seats at grown on about a half-dozen farms and often this genteel gathering. organic—many brides are willing to spring for “It fit so well,” says Brons of the wine-estate springtime flowers in summertime. Penny and elegance that Penny and Lulu epitomizes. Lulu sources from as far away as the Australian, Local wineries host at least half of all Japanese, South American and Dutch markets. Penny and Lulu weddings, say Penwell “If you want ’em, you can get ’em,” says and Lowenberg. About half of those are Penwell. “The peony is probably the No. 1 destination events that bring nuptial couples sought-after flower.” and their guests from elsewhere, they say, The prized petals, prolific during May adding that wine-country weddings only and June throughout Southern Oregon, hail stand to keep growing. from Alaska in July and August, an industry For Dining or Room Reservations: “There’s so much to do here if you have a development that’s only about five years old, 541-899-1900 or 800-321-9344 destination wedding,” says Lowenberg. says Penwell. A single peony stem costs $6 In addition to Schmidt Family Vineyards, wholesale yet makes a singular statement. Penny and Lulu has worked with 2Hawk, “We just like beauty,” says Lowenberg. 175 E California Street • Jacksonville Belle Fiore, DANCIN, Del Rio, EdenVale, Beautifying Southern Oregon brought the duo Grizzly Peak, Irvine & Roberts, Kriselle together 28 years ago. Initially working from their “Best Fine Dining” Cellars, Ledger David, Paschal, Red Lily, homes and a warehouse to produce special events Southern Oregon Magazine RoxyAnn and Valley View. and interior design, the Medford residents and Served Three “It’s just been such a joy to have this in our former neighbors opened a flower studio in 2011. U.S. Presidents valley,” says Penwell. “It’s so good for people “We’ve been having fun for years,” says Penwell. because it just works.” Beginning in 2014, Penwell and Lowenberg Private Dining Rooms On their expansive grounds with natural transformed the 90-year-old office building & Outdoor Dining vistas, wineries may furnish catering, along of Southern Oregon Sales, the region’s former available with wine. Winery staff members typically pear-packing hub, into their chic showroom set up for special events, clean up afterward at 18 W. Stewart Ave. Curtained in verdant Catering and coordinate throughout. All-inclusive ivy, the historical stonemasonry structure is Our Specialty price tags are about $10,000 and higher for so Penny and Lulu. See ad on page 32. many of the area’s winery weddings, where Photography at Hummingbird Estate Retail Wine Shop guests typically number about 100, say courtesy of Lahna Marie Photography with With over 2,000 & Daily Tastings Penwell and Lowenberg. Bookings often are Sarah Jean PhotoArt, Mrs. Card's Cakes, two years in advance, they say. Pearl & Penna Bridal, Makeup by Reina, Most Romantic Inn “The wineries are so accommodating,” says Rosewood Vintage and Penny and Lulu in Oregon Lowenberg. Schmidt, for example, keeps floral Studio Florist. www.JacksonvilleInn.com Gerry Frank, Portland Oregonian JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 23 Sightseeing Understanding the Difference Between a Vision Screening and a Vision Examination by Julie D. Danielson, O.D., Jacksonville Vision Clinic It is important to know that a vision screening by With today’s diagnostic equipment and a child’s pediatrician or at his or her preschool is tests, a child does not have to know the not the same as a comprehensive eye and vision alphabet or how to read to have his or her Just across from examination by an optometrist. Vision screenings eyes examined. Here are several tips to the Chevron are a limited process and a potential need for make your child’s optometric examination a station in further evaluation. They may miss as many as 60% positive experience: Jacksonville! of children with vision problems. Even if a vision 1. Make an appointment early in the day. screening does not identify a possible vision problem, a Allow about one hour. child may still have one. 2. Talk about the examination in advance and Jacksonville Vision Clinic Passing a vision screening can give parents a false encourage your child’s questions. See the difference... sense of security. Many preschool vision screenings only 3. Explain the examination in terms your child assess one or two areas of vision. They may not evaluate can understand, comparing the E chart to a puzzle • Complete Vision Care and Personal Service how well the child can focus his or her eyes or how well and the instruments to tiny flashlights and a • Hundreds of frames to choose from the eyes work together for depth perception. Generally kaleidoscope. color vision, which is important to the use of color Unless your doctor of optometry advises • Free adjustments and minor repairs coded learning materials, is not tested. otherwise, your child’s next eye examination should By age 3, your child should have a thorough be at age 5. By comparing test results of the two optometric eye examination to make sure his or her examinations, your optometrist can tell how well vision is developing properly and there is no evidence your child’s vision is developing for the next major Julie D. Danielson, O.D. of eye disease. If needed, your doctor of optometry step into the school years. can prescribe treatment, including eyeglasses or vision Julie Danielson, Optometric Physician, is available by 541-899-2020 therapy, to correct a vision development problem. appointment at 541-899-2020. See ad this page. 950 N 5th Street • Jacksonville www.jacksonvillevisionclinic.com Seniors - Cont'd. from Pg. 8 Club. Bob enjoyed working on Boosters projects, Carolyn’s spirited leadership Historic Jacksonville is and Carolyn became the Club President. Each was bringing Jacksonville history to life and life to Jacksonville eventually recognized as “Booster of the Year” for their history. The two cornerstone buildings of Historic contributions to the Club and the City of Jacksonville. Jacksonville are the Beekman House and the Beekman If the Boosters activities were not enough, Carolyn Bank which feature year-round popular history tours bought the Jacksonville Review. “I had an ulterior of the buildings with knowledgeable costumed docents motive. We lived outside of the City so could not vote leading the way. In addition to these activities, Historic on important issues or serve on commissions. It was Jacksonville sponsors monthly Haunted History a way to stick my two cents in!” But after running the tours and a one hour “Walk through History” tour paper for almost three years, she found it was wearing of Jacksonville’s Historic District every Saturday this her out. “I was doing everything—photography, article summer. Carolyn’s goal is a simple one, “We want to writing, interviews, copy layout, you name it. I jumped continue to explore and find new ways to showcase the at the opportunity to sell the paper to Whit Parker.” rich history of Jacksonville.” Her retirement time was short lived, because her Reflecting on her Southern Oregon experience, abundant energy led her to serve on several local arts Carolyn offers praise for her adopted city. “There boards as well as continue writing for the Review. She are so many interesting people in Jacksonville, and dusted off her B.A. in history in 2010 when the long- the town and Valley are culturally and intellectually time Jackson County funding for the Southern Oregon alive. There are wonderful and inspiring outdoor Historical Society ended, and five Jacksonville gems, activities. And it’s a beautiful place to live.” While including the old Jackson County Courthouse and the the loss of her beloved Bob this past year dealt her Beekman House were in danger of being forgotten. a difficult emotional blow, she is finding solace in Carolyn remembers, “This was a sad time. The Southern Jacksonville and Historic Jacksonville activities. She Oregon Historical Society could not afford to keep the is always looking for volunteers to serve as docents buildings and Jacksonville could not afford to lose them.” for all the organization’s programs, and she is Carolyn became part of a small group of people who never averse to accepting tax-deductible donations created the Jacksonville Heritage Society, a non-profit to Historic Jacksonville to help keep Jacksonville organization that sub-leased the five historical buildings. history alive and well. Each Board member assumed responsibility for one of Mike McClain spent 32 years as a the buildings, Carolyn’s being the Beekman House. This teacher and school administrator, was the start of multiple programs revolving around the retiring in 1999 as Superintendent of Beekman House, all orchestrated by Carolyn. Central Point Schools. He and his wife After Jackson County deeded the properties over to re-located to Jacksonville in 2011 and the City of Jacksonville in 2012, Historic Jacksonville, Inc., are enjoying immersing themselves in this another 501(c)3 organization, was established. Under unique community.
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Like a while, something, whether it be your princess sticker I once stuck to the wood hand, a pillow, or perhaps just dust, of my bunk bed, no matter how hard you gets caught, and for moment, you are try to peel away the entire sticker, it is a reminded of the previous presence of long and frustrating process. First, you a sticker. must find a loose edge, then pick and In a world full of caution stickers, pick and pick at it with your fingernail crude bumper stickers and cheap until it finally peels up enough for you to participation stickers, let’s be a sticker grab a miniscule fraction of the sticker. full of color and hope. Let’s be a As you pull, though, the sticker rips, sticker worth keeping, a sticker people taking away the substance of the joy of aren’t afraid to place within the folds the sticker, and leaving you with the torn of the fabric of their lives. 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For still there, though invisible to 17-years-old and is in high the naked eye, is the remaining stickiness school, and would like to be of which removal is impossible. a published author. JACKSONVILLE REVIEW AUGUST 2019 25 The Pain of Arthritis Paws for Thought by Michael Dix, DVM, Jacksonville Veterinary Hospital Last month, I wrote about pain in general. This term in dogs, but frequent monitoring is necessary month, I am going to talk about the most common to make sure the medication is not negatively type of pain we see in veterinary medicine— affecting the dog’s liver or kidneys. Cats do arthritis pain. Arthritis simply means inflammation not tolerate the NSAiDs as well and there is no of a joint or joints. There are several classes of licensed long-term product for cats. With that arthritis. Septic arthritis is joint inflammation caused being said, I have used one, Metacam, long term by an infection (most typically bacterial). Immune- in some cats, but it must be used cautiously and mediated arthritis (commonly referred to as rheumatoid with the understanding that the benefit far outweighs arthritis) is joint inflammation caused by the body’s immune the negative consequence (which is kidney failure). system attacking the joints. Thankfully, both of these causes Examples of NSAiDs include Rimadyl, Metacam, of arthritis in cats and dogs are rare. In 20 years, I have seen Galliprant, and Onsior (the last is the only one approved less than 5 cases of immune-mediated arthritis, and less for use in the United States for cats, and even then, it is than 10 cases of septic arthritis. The third classification of only approved for 6 days). arthritis is Degenerative Joint Disease—also known as DJD Other medications that can be helpful include or osteoarthritis. I easily see 10 cases of this a week (though tramadol, gabapentin, and amitriptyline. These Providing compassionate it is not always clinically important). medications do not help with decreasing the Degenerative Joint Disease (from here on referred to inflammation of the joint, but rather the animal’s care for over 35 years as DJD) is a progressive and irreversible condition of awareness of the pain. Most studies show little benefit joints where there is loss of cartilage, osteophyte (bone of these drugs when used alone, but I have seen them be To us, our patients are like family. We’ve spur) formation, and scarring of the structures around helpful when used in conjunction with NSAiDs. seen families through generations of best the joint. In response to this process, the body releases There are some medications that can help protect friends. We believe in a total wellness inflammatory molecules that actually contribute to cartilage and slow the progression of DJD. They also making the joint disease worse. DJD can be primary can aid in the production of synovial fluid which helps approach to veterinary care which helps our —which is usually associated with aging and the to keep the joints lubricated. These chondroprotective patients live long, healthy lives. A blend of breakdown of cartilage. Most older dogs and cats have agents include glucosamines and polysulfated compassionate care and the use of the latest some form of this. This is one of the reasons we get stiffer glycosaminoglycans (PGAGs—Adequan is an example). medical technology, all at an affordable as we get older. DJD can also be secondary where it is the Most studies are equivocal on these therapies, but I have price, makes Jacksonville Veterinary Hospital result of an external factor such as trauma or some joint seen them help some animals. The PGAGs are likely malalignment (hip dysplasia being an example). more effective, but they are significantly more expensive the best choice for your pet’s care. By far and away, the most common sign of DJD and are given as an injection. is lameness of some sort. This can be subtle or quite Omega 3 fatty acids can act as natural anti- • Preventitve Care • Spay/Neuter severe. This lameness can be persistent, periodic, and/ inflammatories. Fish oils are a common source of these • Surgery • House Calls or progressive. It is often worse after overexertion. anti-inflammatory fatty acids. Fatty acids high in EPA • Obedience • Emergency There may also be some thickening of the joints, crepitus and DHA are the most effective. Dogs and cats can have (crunchiness) when the joint is flexed, and there is about 300 mg/10 pounds of fatty acids. Training Services also muscle loss on the affected limb. We can usually Acupuncture and laser therapy can also be beneficial • Ultrasound • And many more! diagnose DJD based on these signs. However, there for arthritis. are other things that can cause these same signs so As I mentioned last time, many people in the area also radiographs (x-rays) are helpful to diagnose DJD. They claim CBD oils help, but, as of now, there are no clinical Ask about our online Pet Portal! also may let us know if there is a surgically correctable studies that give an appropriate dose or verify their problem contributing to the lameness. effectiveness. On radiographs, we may see boney proliferation of the And in some cases, surgery may be beneficial. Surgery bones of the joint, effusion in the joint, or other boney does not correct the DJD but it can slow the progression changes. If radiographs do not give a definitive diagnosis, if there is a torn ligament or it can correct an anatomical pulling fluid from the joint (a joint tap) and having that abnormality that is contributing to the DJD. fluid analyzed may be important. Sometimes more By far the most important thing one can do to help a specialized diagnostics such as a CT scan, force plate pet with DJD is to get them to a healthy body weight. analysis (a way to measure the forces each limb applies Being overweight places more stress on joints and fat on a surface), or arthroscopy (using a fiberoptic camera to acts as a pro-inflammatory substance in the body, thus look at the joint surfaces) may be needed to definitively making DJD worse. Exercise is important for animals diagnose DJD. However, these tests are usually not with DJD to help keep their muscles strong and joints needed as radiographs often supply the answer. loose. When exercising an animal with DJD, it is A therapeutic trial can be used in patients suspected important to let them warm up first. Take them for a of having DJD. A therapeutic trial uses one of the short walk before playing ball with them. You can even mainstays of DJD treatment—non-steroidal anti- do stretches with your pets to loosen up their muscles. inflammatory drugs (NSAiDs). NSAiDs decrease the DJD affects many of our pets. It is unfortunately, not inflammatory process in the joint of an animal with DJD. curable (with some rare exceptions), but it is usually This decreases the pain an animal feels and helps them manageable. Most animals with DJD can lead a great move around better. Sometimes, if an owner is not sure life. If you feel your pet is suffering from DJD, please the NSAiD did anything, I will recommend stopping let us know and we can examine them and develop a Jacksonville Veterinary Hospital the medication and see if the animal gets worse. 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Wildflowers and precious moisture for another season. butterflies reward the more strenuous The chattering streams of Spring have hiker. Overnight backpacking trips are gone dry and the occasional watering recommended for these outings, and holes in the canyons of the upland happily, in August, the mosquitoes have Siskiyous attract critters of all sizes. thinned considerably. Stargazing at These days are known as the “Dog these elevations is phenomenal because Days,” when even humankind looks for the summer haze of the valleys seldom shade to lie in and pant. reaches these high venues. Sadly though, We find ourselves drawn more to wildfire smoke might impact even these early morning or late evening trips into high meadows and ridges. the woods and along the trails. We look As we look for the days to start cooling to higher elevations, where meadows some, evening walks become more hang on to remnants of flowering glory. enjoyable. 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Savvy’s tiny lifeless body from her It’s what I do. I am after all, the Father mother, only seconds separated joy of the Bride. from tragedy. When things got really So today we usher Colin into our WillowCreek scary, the anesthesiologist tried to put family and Savvy into his. I’m confident Jacksonville a gas mask on Mary but she fought it this is a forever thing because Savvy and Find the Gifts You Seek at WillowCreek! off. To this day, I’ve never spoken of it Colin are forever-minded. One and done, but believe my wife was resolute to face as Colin says. It’s how they were raised. tragedy head on should it come. Mary I respect his judgement...for a thirty- is tough as nails in that department. year old. Most importantly, he loves Wheeled into surgery she reached out Savvy and will honor the vows spoken and pinched me hard. She said, “Do not today. A father of the bride cannot ask for leave her side.” I obeyed. anything more. I followed the staff into the baby ICU. Colin and Savannah were woven They were not real happy about that but together by higher hands. I’ve known the head nurse happened to be a friend. this for a while. I prayed for this union There’s no such thing as a coincidence. and God was faithful one more time. She scrubbed me up and set me at There’s been a great deal of this special the foot of the digital crib which looked grace and favor in our lives. Please raise like part pinball machine. They told me your glasses with Dan, Holly, Mary and what the numbers meant, where Savvy me to toast Colin and Savannah. We was and where she needed to be. I got invite you to speak this powerful blessing to hold Savvy’s tiny hands and feet as out after me. she recovered. May joy never leave your home. May With one breath, I’d promise her the patience soften expectations of yourselves and world and with the next I’d ask God for each other. May doing good always be your the strength to honor the promise. This strongest intention especially if it costs you. went on for a while. When I ran out of May your faith make you smile when the promises, I started to quietly sing. I don’t whole world seems against you. sing...but she didn’t care. Lastly… and likely the most pragmatic When vital signs finally started to advice any young married people may e Beauty of Beads move her way, it wasn’t long before receive. In fact, if you heed this wisdom, Savvy’s deep blue eyes opened. It took there is absolute certainty peace and a minute to get her bearings but soon favor will never leave your home. Are her eyes found mine...and never left... you ready? until today when walking her down May love approve every word BEFORE the aisle and placing her hand into spoken to one another. Colin’s. Turning to take my place, I For those who have ears to hear. From saw the way she looked at him and here now to forever more. recognized that look. Oh...one last thing. Savvy, honey… Yeah, this is the weepy part. 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For the adults, we were just grateful www.farmhousetreasures.com ready. When they do retire, they do so in a home that to hang out with the kids as an excuse to enjoy ice has appreciated in value and may be way beyond what cream. After an afternoon nap we had a big BBQ they might currently spend for a retirement home. We at home for our guests and all of our family, then have also seen retirees do a 1031 exchange from a rental sat in our front yard and watched the energy build property they own out of state to their future retirement as 2000+ concert goers ascended up the hill to that home in Jacksonville, giving them tax advantages. evening’s concert. The evening was topped off when We have also seen, from our newly-retired clients, Jacksonville came alive with those 2000+ concert goers what a retired lifestyle looks like in Jacksonville. One of descending down the hill, many staying to enjoy the my favorite stories is a day I walked into South Stage local restaurants, pubs and bars. Cellars at two in the afternoon to pick up my credit The staycation could have ended here, but on the cards I had inadvertently left the night before. As I fourth day, we headed up to Lake of the Woods for three entered the tasting room, I was greeted by four of my more days. We swam, kayaked, boated, BBQ’d, hiked, newly-retired clients, all at the bar wine tasting. They roasted ‘smores on the fire and reveled in the smells and quickly offered me a seat but I had to decline, telling sights of the high mountains. We even took a drive to them I had three more appointments to attend. It must Crater Lake, ending up at the historic lodge for lunch and be nice to be retired. then sitting on the rocking chairs overlooking the lake. Just recently, we had family visit us for a week and We headed back to Jacksonville for the last day of we decided to have a staycation and pretend we were our pretend retirement. We hung out at Daisy Creek retired without worries and with less responsibility. Vineyard, listened to live music and talked about not As it turned out, it might have been one of our best what we did, but what we didn’t do. There wasn’t vacations. The first day started without the alarm going enough time to raft or jet boat the Rogue River, go wine off and we wandered down the street to GoodBean for tasting in the Applegate Valley, see a play at OSF, go to ★ ★ breakfast. There you could see tables of retired men and a dinner show at the Cabaret, drive to the Redwoods or ★ women, in what look liked a weekly gathering, catching try the Jacksonville Segway tour. Britt Concerts Under the Stars up with each other. After breakfast we took our visitors The week went by too quickly, and when we “Join us for the on a tour of downtown, stopping at each eclectic store, dropped our relatives off at the airport, they vowed 2019 Britt Season!” buying gifts and gadgets you’ll never see in malls. Soon to do this again next year—another staycation in lunch came and we found ourselves in the sun on the Jacksonville pretending we are retired. As we drove Book your room reservations early: back porch of Bella Union meeting up with the rest of back into town, we realized Jacksonville is not a town, our family. That evening we hiked up the hill to see it’s an experience. 541-899-0255 The Little River Band at Britt, from our seats in front of Graham Farran is a broker with the stage. It was a great concert, and I could only think Expert Properties, now located at 390 245 N 5th Street of how lucky we are to live in a great town that just E. California Street in Jacksonville. Robert & Susan Roos Historic Jacksonville happens to have an amphitheater that attracts some of Contact them at 541-899-2030 or www. Proprietors www.magnolia-inn.com the best live music and comedy acts I have seen. expertprops.com. See ad on the back cover.
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