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NIGHTLIFE

Josephine County

ALIBI BAR, 1220 N.W. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-479-2854. Saturdays, karaoke, 8:30-11:30 p.m.; Tuesdays, karaoke, 7:30-10:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, karaoke and DJ, 7:30-10:30 p.m., no cover.

BRUNO'S CAVERN, 126 S. Redwood Highway, Cave Junction, 541-229-4753. Dec. 9-10, Dead AF, Grateful Dead covers, 8 p.m., $15 per night, door, $25 both nights, in advance at ticketlaeap; Tuesdays, open mic, 7-11:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, karaoke, 7-11:30 p.m.; Thursdays, trivia, 7 p.m. No cover, unless noted.

THE COPPER MUG COCKTAIL LOUNGE, 1320 Redwood Ave., Grants Pass, 541-507-1005. Dec. 8, Slaphappy Comedy with Dustin Wood, Jason Webb, Nick Makar, hosted by Nic Lanier, 9 p.m.; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Blackout Bash, with DJ Ron, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $10 advance, $15 door; Mondays and Wednesdays, karaoke, 9 p.m.; Tuesdays, bingo, 7 p.m. No cover.

CORVETTE BAR & GRILL, 1831 N.E. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-226-2856. Dec. 8, Rock Steady, classic rock, 7-10 p.m.; Fridays and Wednesdays, karaoke, 6:30-11 p.m. No cover.

FLESPY'S BAR & GRILL, 670 Fruitdale Drive, Grants Pass, 541-244-1678. Sunday through Friday, karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight; Dec. 31, New Year;s Eve Masquerade Party, with music by DJ Finattik, masquerade contest for cash prizes, champagne toast at midnight, 8:30 p.m. No cover.

THE HAUL, 121 S.W. H St., Grants Pass, 541-474-4991. Thursdays, open mic, music, poetry, comedy hosted by Coleman Antonucci, 6-8 p.m., no cover.

LOST CAMP BAR & GRILL, 24099 Redwood Highway, Kerby, 541-787-5057. Dec. 10, The Fountainhead, with Cow Alice, classic and original rock, 8-11 p.m., $5; Dec. 17, Howlin Dogma, blues-infused rock, swampabilly, 8-11 p.m., $5; Saturdays, yoga, 11 a.m.-noon, suggested $10-$15 donation.

RASCALS BAR & GRILL, 20275 Williams Highway, Williams, 541-846-9303. Dec. 16, The Modelo Citizens and Hellgate Hooligans, 8 p.m., $10; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party with The Frankie Hernandez Band, rock, reggae, funk, Latin, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $10.

SHENANIGANS AT HERB'S, 515 Rogue River Highway, Grants Pass, 541-476-1668. Thursdays, karaoke, 4-11 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, karaoke, 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.. No cover.

THE SOUND LOUNGE, 225 S.E. H St., Grants Pass, 541-479-0712. Dec. 8, Costume Karakoe with DJ Finattik, 8-11 p.m.; Dec. 9, Fortune's Folly, powerhouse alt rock, 9 p.m.-midnight, $15, at brownpapertickets; Dec. 10, Daniel Nickels Band, rocking Americana, 9 p.m.-midnight, no cover.

TAYLOR'S COUNTRY STORE, 202 S. Redwood Highway, Cave Junction, 541- 592-5358. Dec. 9, Talon, variety, 5:30-8:30 p.m. No cover.

THE 238 BAR, 1620 Williams Highway, Grants Pass, 541-507-1447. Fridays and Saturdays, DJ, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; Mondays, karaoke with DJ Finattik, 8 p.m.-midnight. No cover.

WEEKEND BEER COMPANY, 1863 N.W. Washington Blvd., Grants Pass, 541-507-1862. Dec. 10, pancake pop-up, 8 a.m.-noon; Dec. 13, year in review trivia, 6 p.m., $3 per person; Dec. 14, Jeff Kloetzel, acoustic variety, 6-8 p.m., no cover..

WILD RIVER BREWERY AND PIZZA, 249 N. Redwood Highway, Cave Junction, 541-592-3556. Dec. 8, Comedy Night, with Dave Menacrelli and Eric Cole, 8 p.m., $20 at eventbrite.com, for 21 and older only; Wednesdays, open mic, 5-8 p.m., no cover.

WILD RIVER PUB, 533 N.W. F St., Grants Pass, 541-474-4456. Dec. 9-10, Comedy Night, with Dave Menacrelli and Eric Cole,, 8 p.m., $20 at eventbrite.com, for 21 and older only; Mondays, karaoke, 5:30-9 p.m.; Dec. 15, acoustic jam, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 21, The Office trivia, 6:30 p.m. No cover.

Jackson County

APPLEGATE COUNTRY CLUB, 15090 Highway 238, Applegate, 541-846-1666. Dec. 9, live music, 7-9 p.m., no cover.

BELLA UNION, 170 W. California St., Jacksonville, 541-899-1770. Dec. 8, Rogue Suspects Family, rock, blues, funk, 7-9 p.m.; Dec. 9, Mercy Duo, R&B, blues, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 10, Redwood Empire, rock, pop, blues, 7-10 p.m.; Dec. 15, The Brothers Reed, acoustic indie folk pop, 7-9 p.m. No cover.

THE BLACK SHEEP, 51 N. Main St., Ashland, 541-482-6414. Dec. 10, The Juniper Berries and Aurelian Blue, indie, p.m., $10; Thursdays, karaoke for all ages, 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Sundays, Celtic music session, 2-5 p.m.; Mondays, game night, 8 p.m.; Tuesdays, open mic hosted by Joel Tefteller and Kenny The Wingman, 7:30-10:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m. No cover, unless noted.

BLOOMSBURY BLENDS CAFE, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-708-0608. Dec. 8, Robbie DaCosta & Friends, rockabilly, blues, 5-30-7:30 p.m., upstairs; Dec. 15, Modern Prometheus Jazz Company, 5:30-7:30 p.m., upstairs; Dec. 16, The BS Project, originals, B-sides, reimagined classics, 5:30-7:30 p.m., upstairs. No cover.

BOOMTOWN SALOON, 105 W. California St., Jacksonville, 541-702-2252. Wednesdays, acoustic open mic, 8-11 p.m. No cover.

BRICKTOWNE BREWING COMPANY, 44 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-973-2377. Thursdays, trivia, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Wednesdays. Robbie DaCosta & Co., rockabilly, blues, 6-8 p.m. No cover.

CALLAHAN'S MOUNTAIN LODGE, 7100 Old Highway 99 S, Interstate 5 Exit 6, south of Ashland, 541-482-1299. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, live music 5-8 p.m. No cover.

CHADWICKS PUB AND SPORTS BAR, 2300 Biddle Road, Medford, 541-770-1234. Dec. 9-10, Comedy Club, with opener Nick Pupo and headliner Michael Geeter, 8-10 p.m., $15.

THE COPPER PLANK, 454 Highland Drive, Medford, 541-779-4031. Dec. 8, Kenneth Pruett, variety, 7-9 p.m.; Tuesdays, trivia, 6 p.m. No cover.

GRAPE STREET BAR & GRILL, 31 S. Grape St., Medford, 541-500-8881. Dec. 14, Southern Oregon Jazz Orchestra, swing, big band, 7-9 p.m.; Dec 21, Rogue Blues Society jam with Rogue Rage & Friends, , 6-9 p.m; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party, $25 singles, $40 couples.

THE GROWLER GUYS, 345 Lithia Way, Ashland, 541-708-0827. Dec. 16, Stand-up Comedy, with Jeremiah Coughlin, for 18 and older, 6:30-8 p.m., no cover, $20 suggested donation.

HEMI AND HOGS BAR & GRILL, 100 E. Jackson St., Medford, 458-225-9288. Wednesdays, karaoke, 7-10 p.m. No cover.

JEFFERSON SPIRITS, 404 E. Main St., Medford, 541-500-1349. Dec. 8, Phil Reed, acoustic indie folk pop, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Sundays, open mic with Robbie Dacosta, 6-9 p.m. No cover.

JOHNNY B'S ROCKIN' DINER, 120 E. Sixth St., Medford, 458-226-2722. Dec. 8, Sweet N' Juicy, party music, 9 p.m., no cover; Dec. 9, Optimiztiq, rap,hip hop, with The Roomy Depth, The Inspirational; Rapper and guests, 5:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 10, Strawberry Girls, with InTheBackground, The Color8, Hollowing, 7 p.m., no cover; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Bass House, black light dance party, with music by The HouseWife, Andre Fox, HuggAPuppy and Stara Being, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $11 advance, $15 door; Tuesdays, open mic and jam. 8 p.m.-midnight. No cover.

LA BAGUETTE MUSIC CAFE, 340 A St., Ashland, 541-482-0855. Dec. 10, Keith Little & Friends, jazz, 10:30-11:30 p.m.; Dec. 17, Thor Polson, jazz, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Dec. 21, Americana Quartet, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. No cover.

LOCAL 31 PUB, 31 Water St., Ashland, 541-708-6813. Dec. 8, Moonbow, folk, jam rock, 9 p.m.-midnight, $10; Dec. 9, Aurelian Blue, album, release, with Blood Jacuzzi and Flamingoes in the Attic, 9 p.m.-midnight, $10; Dec. 11, 2106, Oregon-based rock, 9 p.m.-midnight; $5; Dec. 16, Casey & The Cutoffs, post grunge boogie, 9 p.m.-midnight, $10; Tuesdays and Wednesdays, karaoke, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover.

LUCKY'S, 336 Second Ave., Gold Hill, 541-855-5547. Dec. 11, Rock Candy, rock, blues, 2-6 p.m.; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party, with karaoke, party favors, appetizers, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.; Saturdays, karaoke, 7-11 p.m. No cover.

OBERON'S RESTAURANT & BAR, 45 N. Main St., Ashland, 541-708-6652. Dec. 8, Actual Wolf, acoustic variety, 8-11 p.m.; Dec. 9, Gnarled Burch, 7-9 p.m.; Dec. 10, Cameron Royce, 7-9 p.m.; Dec. 13, Ateliers, 10:30-11:30 p.m.; Dec. 14, Silver Shores, 8:30-9:30 p.m. No cover.

O'RYANS IRISH PUB, 137 E Main St

Ashland, 541-482-8572. Thursdays, karaoke, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover.

THE ROCKY TONK SALOON & GRILL, 333 E. Main St., Medford, 541-973-2887. Dec. 16, Ugly Sweater Party with Shania Twain Tribute, country, 9 p.m., $10; Feb. 26, Casey Donahew & Beer Joints Acoustic Tour, country, 7-10 p.m., $25 advance, $30 door; April 16, Demun Jones with Sam Grow, country, 7 p.m., $20, with VIP meet-and-greets available, tickets at universe.com.

THE TALENT CLUB, 114 Talent Ave., Talent, 541-535-2721. Dec. 8, Alice Dimicele, folk Americana, 8 p.m.-midnight, $20; Dec. 9, Electric Eel, jam grooves, 8 p.m.-midnight, call for tickets; Dec. 10, Smokey The Groove, funk, 8 p.m.-midnight, $15; Jan. 5, Stand-Up Comedy with Gabriel Rutledge, 8 p.m., $15 singles, $25 couples. Tickets at ticketleap.com.

TROPHY CLUB BAR & GRILL, 812 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-772-4131. Thursdays and Saturdays, karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight; Sundays, jam session, 2-6 p.m. No cover.

THE VINTAGE COFFEE HOUSE & SAKE BAR, 250 E. Wagner St., Talent. Dec. 9. Sage Meadows & Dave Hampton, vacoustic country, originals, 6-8:30 p.m.; Dec. 10, Michal Palzewicz and Daniel Sherrill, variety, 6-8 p.m.

WALKABOUT BREWING COMPANY, 921 Mason Way, Medford, 541-734-4677. Dec. 10, Mister Bee, indie rock, classic rock, 6-8 p.m., no cover; Wednesdays, cornhole night, 6 p.m.

WHISKEY RIVER CAFE & LOUNGE, 6463 Table Rock Road, Central Point, 541-826-6000. Fridays and Saturdays, DJ with karaoke, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. No cover.

WILD GOOSE CAFE & BAR, 2365 Ashland St., Ashland, 541-488- 4103. Dec. 11, Jim Quinby, 6-8 p.m; Dec. 14, Justin Gordon, 6-9 p.m.; Fridays, karaoke, 8-11 p.m.; Sundays, open mic, 7-10 p.m. No cover.

WINERIES

Josephine County

APRICITY VINEYARD, 5719 Jerome Prairie Road, Grants Pass, 541-301-4137. Dec. 11, The Fountainhead, classic and original rock, 3-6 p.m., no cover.

AUGUSTINO ESTATE VINEYARDS, 16995 N. Applegate Road, Grants Pass, 541-846-1881. Dec.16, Holiday Winemakers Dinner, reservations required.

SCHMIDT FAMILY VINEYARDS, 330 Kubli Road, Grants Pass, 541-846-9985. Dec. 9, Mike Brons, acoustic variety, 5-8 p.m. No cover.

Jackson County

BELLE FIORE WINERY, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland, 541-552-4900. Dec. 8, Dayton Mason, gypsy jazz, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 9, Gypsy Rogue, gypsy jazz, swing, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 10, Stolen Moments, jazz, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 11, Blue Lightning, rock, 5-7 p.m., $8 for nonmembers; Dec. 14, Phil Reed, acoustic indie folk pop, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 15, Danielle Kelly Duo, soul, R&B, jazz, 5-7 p.m. No cover unless noted.

DAISY CREEK VINEYARD, 675 Shafer Lane, Jacksonville, 541-899-8329. Dec. 11, Holly Gleason, sounds of Christmas, 2-4 p.m.; Dec. 18, David Cahalan, acoustic variety, 2-4 p.m. No cover.

DANCIN' VINEYARDS, 4477 S. Stage Road, Medford, 541-245-1133. Dec. 9, Shae & Jenni, rock blues, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 16, David Cahalan, acoustic variety, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

DOS MARIPOSAS VINEYARDS & LAVENDER FARM, 3976 Bellinger Lane, Medford, 541-224-7881. Dec. 9, Frankie Hernandez, funk, reggae, Latin, 5-7 p.m.; Dec. 10, Shae Celine & Nick, Garrett-Powell, rock, pop, blues, 4-7 p.m. No cover.

DUNBAR FARMS, 2881 Hillcrest Road, Medford, 541-414-3363. Dec. 8, traditional Irish music and dancing, 5:30-7:30 p.m. No cover. Dec. 9, Verna Dodge & Robbie Dacosta, rockabilly, blues, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Dec. 10, Jeff Kloetzel, acoustic variety, 5:30-7:30 p.m. No cover.

GRIZZLY PEAK WINERY, 1600 E. Nevada St., Ashland, 541-482-5700, grizzlypeakwinery.com. Dec. 8-10, "Every Brilliant Thing," Rogue Theater Company, 2 p.m.; $30 advance, $40 door, cash or check only; Dec. 8, Winterdance Christmas Celebration, music and dance of older traditions — Scandinavia, appalachia, Celtic — with exotic instruments, 7-9 p.m., $30 with reservations, $32 door, cash only, masks required.

HUMMINGBIRD ESTATE, 1677 Old Stage Road, Central Point, 541-930-2650. Dec. 8, Christmas ornament workshop, 6-8 p.m., $20, reservations; Dec. 18, Jimmy Limo, smooth jazz, surf, reggae, 2-4 p.m., no cover; Dec. 22, Christmas cookie workshop, 6-8 p.m., $30, reservations

LONGSWORD VINEYARD, 8555 Highway 238, Jacksonville, 541-899-1746. Dec. 10-11, Winter Release Party, noon-5 p.m., for wine club members.

NAUMES SUNCREST WINERY, 1950 Suncrest Road, Talent, 541-608-1755. Dec. 10, Holiday Party, noon-6 p.m.; Dec. 11, Jeff Kloetzel, acoustic variety, 3-6 p.m.; Dec. 22, Sip & Paint Pottery Party, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $40-$70, reservations.

PASCHAL WINERY, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent, 541-535-7957. Dec. 8, Guitar Society of Southern Oregon, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 9, Sip & Paint Pottery, 3-6 p.m., $40-$70, reservations; Dec. 11, Tony Brusset, acoustic variety, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Dec. 15, Rick Millward, acoustic variety, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 31, New Year's Eve wine dinner, 7 p.m., call for cost and reservations.

PEBBLESTONE CELLARS, 1670 Pioneer Road, Talent, 541-512-1704. Dec. 11, Dave Cahalan, acoustic variety, 3-5 p.m. No cover.

RELLIK WINERY, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point, 541-499-0449. Dec. 10, The Giantess, original dream rock, blues, jazz, 4-6 p.m. No cover.

ROXYANN WINERY, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford, 541-776-2315. Dec. 9, The Brothers Reed Band, indie folk pop, 6-8 p.m., $7-$10; Dec. 10-11, wine club release, with live music, pairings, 2-6 p.m., reservations for two-hour seatings.

SOUTH STAGE CELLARS, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville, 541-899-9120. Dec. 9, Steve Hopkins & Band of Brothers, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover; Dec. 10, Alissa Weaver & Pacifica, folk, country, Americana, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $5; Dec. 14, Nick Garrett-Powell, acoustic variety, 6-8 p.m.

STONERIVER VINEYARDS, 2178 Pioneer Road, Talent, 541-631-9583. Dec. 10, Clayton Joseph Scott, acoustic variety, 3-5 p.m. No cover.

TRIUM WINES, 203 E. Main St., Talent, 541-625-9100. Dec. 9, Sterling Vintage Jazz, 5-7 p.m. No cover.

MUSIC

Josephine County

SOUNDS OF THE SEASON, 2 p.m. Dec. 11, Parkway Christian Center, 229 N.E. Beacon Drive, Grants Pass, 541-583-0123. Holiday music played by Music4Kids students on piano, violin, guitar, cello and ukulele, the Rogue Valley Kids Choir (12 and younger) and Celebration Singers (13 and older) perform; teachers provide prelude and intermission music. Suggested $5 donation per person at the door.

FIGHTING HUNGER WITH HARMONY, 3 p.m. Dec. 11, River Valley Church, 405 N.E. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-479-5556. Rogue Community College Concert Band and vocalist Christy McCallum perform seasonal and holiday music to benefit the Josephine County Food Bank. Admission free, bring nonperishable food items or cash donations.

CASTLE VALLEY ACADEMY, 4 p.m. Dec. 11, Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1360- N.E. Ninth St., Grants Pass, 541-476-6313, Spiritual holiday music. Free, seating is first-come, first-served.

TOMMY EMMANUEL, 8 p.m. Dec. 12, Rogue Theatre, 143 S.E. H St., Grants Pass, 541-471-1316, roguetheatre.org. Instrumental guitar, with guest Mike Dawes. Sold out.

WINTER CONCERT, 7 p.m. Dec. 13, 4 and 7 p.m. Dec. 14, Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center, Eighth and Olive streets, Grants Pass, 541-474-5710. Grants Pass High School bands, choirs and orchestra perform seasonal music. Tickets $10 general, $6 students, seniors, veterans; get tickets from the PAC secretary or any GPHS music student.

ACOUSTIC JAM, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 15, Wild River Pub, 533 N.E. F St., Grants Pass, 541-476-5426. Folk, bluegrass, old-time, country, jam session for pickers and singers of all levels. Free.

SAM GRISMAN PROJECT, 8 p.m. Jan. 18, Rogue Theatre, 143 S.E. H St., Grants Pass, 541-471-1316, roguetheatre.org. Acoustic Americana, for all ages. Tickets $20.

Jackson County

JOHN CRAIGIE, 8-11 p.m. Dec. 9, Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St., Ashland, johncraigiemusic.com. Folk, with guest Goodnight, Texas, for 21 and older only. Tickets $31 advance at eventbrite.com, $36 door, $1 per ticket supports nonprofit Northwest Harvest.

SISKIYOU SINGERS, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, 3 p.m. Dec. 10-11, SOU Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, siskiyousingers.org. "Very Merry Mozart" program features Mozart's "Coronation Mass: and "Regina Coeli" with full orchestra, plus a variety of holiday favorites. Tickets $20 general, $5 for students and Oregon Trail Card holders.

DAVID HUMMINGBIRD, 7 p.m. Dec. 10, Jackson Wellsprings, 2253 Highway 99 N. Ashland, 541-482-3776. Music of beauty, mystery, healing. By donation.

BENEFIT CONCERT, 7 p.m. Dec. 15, Havurah Synagogue, 185 N.Mountain Ave., Ashland, 541-292-0805, unitingforukrainerv.org. Pianist Alexander Tutunov, violinist Faina Poidonaya and Siskiyou Violins perform a variety of music to benefit Ukrainian refugees in the Rogue Valley. Tickets $75, includes a selection of wines and desserts.

HOLLY-DAYS, 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 16, Holly Theatre,. 226 W. Sixth St., Medford, 541-772-3797, hollytheatre.org.North Medford High School Bands members perform holiday carols, Rogue Voices sing holiday music, outside the theater. Free.

SOUTHERN OREGON REPERTORY SINGERS, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17, 3 p.m. Dec. 18, SOU Music Recital Hall, 450 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, 541-552-0900, repsingers.org. Art music, carols, traditional holiday favorites to celebrate the joy and beauty of the seadon. Tickets $15, $31, $36, $42 general, $5 for students and Oregon Trail Card holders.

YOUTH SYMPHONY & YOUTH SYMPHONY ALUMNI, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Seasonal music. Tickets $10-$25.

MUSIC IN THE LIBRARY, 3-4 p.m. Dec. 22, Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, 541-774-6980. Musicians from the Rogue Valley Symphony perform relaxing music, Free. Repeats Jan. 19, Feb. 23.

STRAIGHT NO CHASER, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 30, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Men's a cappella choir sings a variety of music. Tickets $62, $65, $68.

WINTER SOUNDWALK, daily through Jan. 6, downtown Ashland, rogueworldmusic.org. Stream an audio stream of music from around the world, along with a map, for a self-guided, interactive tour of visual installations of art. Free.

Douglas County

"HUMMIN' A HOLIDAY TUNE," 7 p.m. Dec. 13, Whipple Fine Arts Center, Umpqua Community College, Roseburg, 541-440-4691. The Umpqua Singers perform high-energy music including jazz standards, contemporary selections and holiday favorites.. Tickets $10 adults, free for students.

ON STAGE

Josephine County

OLD TIME RADIO PLAYERS, 7 p.m. Dec. 9, 2 p.m. Dec. 10-11, Toyota Building, Josephine County Fairgrounds, Grants Pass, 541-659-7723. Vintage radio shows "Christmas Eve with The Bickersons," plus variety show of song and dance. Tickets $13 with advance reservations, $15 at the door, cash only, $12 each for groups of eight or more with reservations.

"THE NUTCRACKER" BALLET, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Dec. 11, 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 17, 2 p.m. Dec. 18, Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center, Eighth and Olive streets, Grants Pass, 541-476-4641, gpnutcracker.org. Stillpoint Dance Studio presents classic holiday production. Tickets $12, $15, $20.

"A CHRISTMAS STORY," 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 18, Barnstormers Theatre, 112 N.E. Evelyn Ave,, Grants Pass, 541-479-3557, barnstormersgp.com. The story of a 9-year-old boy's quest for a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, in the 1940s. Tickets $18.

DINNER TO DIE FOR, 6 p.m. Saturdays, Cynthia's Home Sweet Home, 1038 N.W. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-479-5953. Interactive murder mystery dinner theater. $38 per person for show and five-course meal; reservations required.

Jackson County

"EVERY BRILLIANT THING," 2 p.m. Dec. 8-10, Grizzly Peak Winery, 1600 E. Nevada St., Ashland, 541-205-9190, roguetheatercompany.com. David Kelly narrates this story about the lengths we go for those we love and the small things that bring us joy, performed indoors. Tickets $40, at the door, cash or check only;

"NUNSENSE," 8 p.m. Dec. 9-10, Dec. 16-17, 2 p.m. Dec. 11, Dec. 18, Ghostlight Playhouse, 115 E. Main St., Medford, 541-660-8810. The Little Sisters of Hoboken put on a show to raise money they need before the health inspector opens their freezers. Tickets $20 in person seating, $15 livestream.

THE HAMAZONS, 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 10-11, Bellview Grange, 1050 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland, hamazons.com. Comedy improv inspired by such films as "It's a Wonderful Life," "Miracle on 34th Street" and "A Christmas Carol." Tickets $15 advance online, $18 at the door.

"CINDERELLA," 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10, Dec. 16-17, 3 p.m. Dec. 11, Dec. 18, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Teen Musical Theater of Oregon presents new, contemporary Broadway adaptation of Rodgers & Hammerstein timeless musical. Tickets $25 general, $15 youth 22 and younger.

"A CELTIC CHRISTMAS," 3 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22, Craterian Theater, 23 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-779-3000, craterian.org. Irish music, stories, songs, dance. Tickets 32, $35, $38 general, $22, $25, $28 ages 22 and younger.

"A CHRISTMAS CAROL," 1 and 8 p.m., various dates, through Dec. 31, Oregon Cabaret Theatre, First and Hargadine streets, Ashland, 541-488-2902, oregoncabaret.com. The miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by spirits of Christmas past, present and future. $29, $39, $43.

"MATILDA THE MUSICAL," 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 31, plus 8 p.m. Dec. 20 and Dec. 28 (no show Dec. 25; Dec. 24 and Dec. 31 are 2 p.m. matinees), Camelot Theatre, 101 Talent Ave., Talent, 541-535-5250, camelottheatre.org. Inspired by Roald Dahl's novel, this story revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Nov. 23 preview is pay-what-you-can; tickets are $20-$38.

"IT'S CHRISTMAS, CAROL," 1:30 and 8 p.m., through Jan. 1, Angus Bowmer Theatre, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Ashland, 800-219-8161, osfashland.org. Three ghosts take a woman on a musical journey to find the true meaning of Christmas. $35-$75.

"LITTLE WOMEN," 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 1:30 p.m. Sundays, through Jan. 1, plus Dec. 21, Dec. 28 (1:30 p.m. matinees Dec. 24, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1), Collaborative Theatre Project, 555 Medford Center, Medford, 541-779-1055, ctpmedford.org. Four sisters come of age during the American Civil War, in this Kate Hamill adaptation. Tickets $35 adults, $28 students and seniors.

"WHITE CHRISTMAS," 1:30 and 8 p.m., through Jan. 1, Thomas Theatre, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Ashland, 800-219-8161, osfashland.org. Two song-and-dance couples stage a show to save an old lodge. $32, $42, $46.

"FOR THE LOVE OF SHAKESPEARE," 5:30 p.m. Feb. 3-4, Belle Fiore Winery, 100 Belle Fiore Lane, Ashland, roguevalleyshakespeare.com. Dinner theater features some of The Bard's most famous stage couples and lovers. Tickets $89, includes the selection of one of three entrees.

Douglas County

"THE 39 STEPS," 7 p.m. Dec. 8-9, 3 and 7 p.m. Dec. 10, 3 p.m Dec. 11, Centerstage Theater, Whipple Fine Arts Center, Umpqua Community College, Roseburg, 541-440-4691. In this romantic mystery thriller, a man is pursued by a mysterious organization, from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock. Tickets $10 general, free for UCC students, faculty and staff.

"HUMBUG," 7 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 8-11, Dec. 16-18, UACT Theatre, 1614 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg, 541-673-2125, uact-theatre.com. Upbeat, updated adaptation of Dickens' holiday classic, "A Christmas Carol." Tickets $15 adults, $10 children.

CHRISTMAS VARIETY SHOW, 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 18, Grand Victorian Theatre, 828 N. Old Pacific Highway, Myrtle Creek, 541-863-5000, grandvictoriantheatre.com. Dinner and a show of Christmas skits, sing-alongs, holiday fun, with audience participation. Tickets $69 adults, $30 children.

"A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS," 7 p.m. Dec. 12-13, Dec. 19-21, UACT Theatre, 1614 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg, 541-673-2125, uact-theatre.com. Live version of the animated Peanut television special. Tickets $15 adults, $10 children.

OPEN MIC NIGHT, 6 p.m. Dec. 22, Grand Victorian Theatre, 828 N. Old Pacific Highway, Myrtle Creek, 541-863-5000, grandvictoriantheatre.com. Talent show for all ages. Admission $5.

CHILD'S PLAY

Josephine County

KINDERMUSIK PLAYDATE: JINGLE JANGLE, 11 a.m.-noon Dec. 17, Music4Kids Music Learning Center, 141 N.W. C St., Grants Pass, 541-582-0123, www.music4kids.com. Interactive music, dance and play class for ages 1-7 years, with a participating adult; includes a craft and a Kindermusik CD and instrument for each child. $29 per child, $10 each additional sibling, advance reservations online.

Jackson County

SCIENCEWORKS, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-482-6767, scienceworksmuseum.org. Exhibits and activities related to energy, anatomy, chemistry, perception, motion, engineering. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; attendance is limited; order tickets in advance online or by phone; admission $10.50-$12.50, $3 every first Sunday. Free online activities also available.

THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN OREGON, 413 W. Main St., Medford, 541-772-9922, kid-time.org. Exhibits and activities that encourage play and learning. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Admission $8 adults, $12 children.

ART

Josephine County

GALLERY ONE AT THE MUSEUM, 229-A S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-479-1218. "Holiday Creations," one-of-a-kind ornaments and holiday gift items by gallery members, through December.

GLASS FORGE GALLERY AND STUDIO, 501 S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-955-0815. Open for glass-blowing demonstrations. Call to schedule.

GRANTS PASS MUSEUM OF ART, 229 S.W. G St., Grants Pass, 541-479-3290. Membership Exhibit, work by museum members, through Dec. 17.

SOUTHERN OREGON GUILD GALLERY, 24353 Redwood Highway, Kerby, 541-659-3858. "Roads Not Taken," work by gallery members, plus items suitable for holiday giving, through January; holiday open house, Dec. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Jackson County

ART & SOUL GALLERY, 247 E. Main St., Ashland, 541-488-9006. "The American West," photography by Doremus Scudder, through Dec. 31.

ART PRESENCE ART CENTER, 206 Fifth St., Jacksonville, 541-899-3759, art-presence.org. Christmas Holiday Shopping, gifts of local art, through Dec. 22; "Angels Show," through Dec. 26; woodwork by Chris Anderson, member arist of the month, through December. with an artist talk 6 p.m. Dec. 15.

ASHLAND ART WORKS, 291 Oak St., Ashland, 541-488-4735. "Holiday Showcase," a diverse selection of work — ceramics, silk, jewelry, paintings, outdoor sculpture — through December, plus work by gallery artists, ongoing.

ENCLAVE STUDIO, 1661 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, 541-301-5738. "Winter's Welcome," new paintings — portraits, still life florals, abstract landscapes — by Gabriel Mark Lipper, Jay Gordon, Nicole Wasgatt, and Corey Kahn, through December.

HANSON HOWARD GALLERY, 89 Oak St. Ashland, 541-488-2562. Gallery Artists Gift Salon, paintings and sculptures suitable for holiday giving, through Dec. 31.

ROGUE GALLERY, 40 S. Bartlett St., Medford, 541-772-8118. "Nature's Splendor," photographs by Ravindra C. Vasavada, Dec. 9-Jan. 13; "Signs and Symbols," annual members' exhibit, through Dec. 22; new work by gallery members, through Jan. 13.

SCHNEIDER MUSEUM OF ART, 555 Indiana St., Ashland, 541-552-6245, sma.sou.edu. "The Golden Hour," solo exhibition of abstract paintings by Mel Prest and "Sensate Objects," a group exhibition of abstract work, through Dec. 10. Admission free, suggested $5 donation.

Douglas County

UMPQUA VALLEY ARTS CENTER, 1624 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg, 541-672-2532. "Members' Show," newest work by gallery members, through Dec. 23.

LITERARY

Josephine County

PARTNERS IN CRIME BOOK CLUB, 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 13, Grants Pass restaurant, picbookclub@gmail.com. Lovers of crime fiction — mystery, suspense, thriller — meet for no-host dinner and discussion. Seating is limited, advance registration required. Free.

GRANTS PASS BOOK CLUB, 2-3:30 p.m. Dec. 15, Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Drive, Grants Pass, grantspassbookclub.com. Blind Date with a Book Gift Exchange.

ROGUE WRITERS, 5-7 p.m. every other Thursday, the Boardroom at Taprock Northwest Grill, 971 S.E. Sixth St., Grants Pass, 541-660-6150, cpitts2575@charter.net. Peer writing group, open to all levels. Call for meeting dates. Free.

Jackson County

AUTHOR TALK: ROB HART, 6-7 p.m. Dec. 8, Medford Library, 205 S. Central Ave., Medford, 541-734-3916. Author of "The Paradox Hotel" reads from his novel and answers questions. Free; first 15 people will receive a free hardback copy of the book.

AUTHOR TALK: FREDRIK BACKMAN, 11 a.m.-noon Dec. 10, online, through Jackson County Library System, 541-774-6996, jcls.org. Author discusses his body of work, including his new novel, "The Winners," the third installment of the Beartown series. Free.

MEDFORD BOOK CHAT, 5-6:10 p.m. Dec. 13, online, through Jackson County Library Services, 541-774-6996, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "Lost Queen" by Signe Pike. Free.

AUTHOR TALK: NICOLE EUSTACE, 9-10 a.m. Dec. 14, online, through Jackson County Library System, 541-774-6996, jcls.org. Pulitzer Prize-winning historical discusses her 2022 award-winning book, "Covered with Night." Free.

GOLD HILL LIBRARY BOOK CLUB, 3-4 p.m. Dec. 16, Gold Hill Library, 202 Dardanelles St., Gold Hill, 541-855-1994, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman. Free.

ROMANCE READER'S BOOK CLUB, 2-3 p.m. Dec. 19, Gold Hill Library, 202 Dardanelles St., Gold Hill, 541-855-1994, jcls.org. Book discussion group reads "Chance of a Lifetime" by Jude Devereaux. Free.

FREE BOOKS, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday, 1-7 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, through Dec. 31, Rogue River Library, 412 E. Main St., Rogue River, 541-864-8850. Fiction, nonfiction, movies, music, vinyl records. Free.

HOLIDAY

Josephine County

GP EXPRESS, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, Grants Pass School District elementary schools, Grants Pass. Drive-thru holiday light displays and six elementary schools, with holiday music broadcast on the radio at 96.5 FM. Free, nonperishable food donations for Maslow Project, United Community Action Network and Josephine County Food Bank.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS HOME TOUR, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 10, Grants Pass area, 541-761-3936. Self-guided tour of five area homes decked out for the holidays (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), with breakfast at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center (9-10:30 a.m). Tickets $25 adults, $10 youth 12 and younger; sold at the Asante Three Rivers Gift Shop and at the breakfast. Prize drawing tickets $1 each.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Dec. 10, Grants Pass/Merlin Moose Lodge, 330 Merlin Ave., Merlin, 541-659-0579. Pancakes, sausage, eggs and beverage. $7 adults, $5 children 6-12, kids 5 and younger eat free. Proceed help with Christmas baskets and gifts for needy families in the community.

PHOTOS WITH SANTA, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 10, Rogue Valley Humane Society Thrift Store, 1169 Redwood Ave., Grants Pass, 541-955-3367. Bring kids or pets in their finest holiday gear to have photos taken with Santa Claus. Cost is $7-$10; benefits the Rogue Valley Humane Society.

VISITS WITH SANTA, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 10, Illinois Valley Fire District Station 1, 681 Caves Highway, Cave Junction. Santa, cookies, hot chocolate, coffee. Free.

SANTA'S HOLIDAY EVENT, 3-6 p.m. Dec. 10, Illinois Valley Visitor Center, 201 Caves Highway, Cave Junction, 541-592-3326. Santa and Mrs. Claus, caroling, holiday lights, toy and treat bags. Free.

GP SANTA PUB CRAWL, 6 p.m.-midnight Dec. 10, Weekend Beer Company, 1863 N.W. Washington Blvd., Grants Pass. Anyone 21 and older can make rounds of favorite drinking establishments around town: Weekend Beer, Wild River Pub, Horny Goat, SpeakEasy Tap Room, G Street, Sound Lounge. Free, except for your own drinks; bring a new, unwrapped donation for Toys for Tots. Find details on Facebook.

WILD WINTER WONDERLAND, 4-7 p.m. Dec. 16-18, Wildlife Images, 11845 Lower River Road, Grants Pass. 541-476-0222. Holiday lights, Santa, animal ambassadors, treats. $20 adults, $18 seniors, $13 ages 5-12, $5 for kids under 5.

LAST-MINUTE GIFT SALE, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 17, Pavilion Building, Josephine County Fairgrounds, 1451 Fairgrounds Road, Grants Pass, 541-476-3215. Gift items for sale. Free admission.

CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS PAST, 1-4 p.m Dec. 17, Schmidt House Gazebo and Barn, 508 S.W. Fifth St., Grants Pass, 541-479-5389, 541-479-7827. Tours of Schmidt House in its holiday finery, with information on Victorian Christmas traditions, visits with Father Christmas, cider and cookies, raffle, entertainment, Tours are $5 per person, free for children under 6.

SANTA & MRS. CLAUS, 5-8 p.m. Dec. 17, Grants Pass/Merlin Moose Lodge, 330 Merlin Ave., Merlin, 541-659-0579. Photo opportunities, bake sale. Free, bring nonperishable food items for the Josephine County Food Bank.

COOKIES & COCOA WITH SANTA, 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 17, across from MorningStar coffee house, Glendale, 541-450-1679. Kids can visit with Santa, eat treats and get a small gift. Followed by unofficial car light parade. Free.

Jackson County

HOLIDAY HYPE EXPO, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 10, Jackson County Expo, Central Point, attheexpo.com. Vendors with sneakers and apparel, plus a car show. Free admission.

WINTER WONDERLAND, 5-9 p.m. Dec. 15-17, Hanley Farm, 1053 Hanley Road, Central Point, 541-890-0992, sohs.org. Self-guided walking tour of the farm aglow wityh holiday lights. Free.

CHRISTMAS ON A COVERED BRIDGE, noon-6 p.m. Dec. 17, McKee Bridge, McKee Bridge Road, Jacksonville, mckeebridge.org. Bake sale, gift shopping, caroling, performances, free hot beverages, festive decorations and lights, Santa and Mrs Claus pass out gifts to children 18 and younger.

A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS, noon-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through Dec. 18, Beekman House Museum, 470 E. California St., Jacksonville, 541-245-3650, historicjacksonville.org. Costumed docents share Victorian origins of popular Christmas observances and traditions, stories of the Beekman family and Jacksonville holiday festivities in the last 1800s. Tours $10, adults, $5 children, reservations required. A Christmas bazaar is held ion the grounds the same days and times, admission to the bazaar is free.

HOLIDAYS AT HANLEY, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 26, Hanley House, 1053 Hanley Road, Central Point, 541-890-0992, sohs.org. Tours of a historic frmhouse decorarted for the holidays. Tickets $10 adultsm $5 ages 12 and yougner.

Douglas County

HOLIDAY TEA, 1 p.m. Dec. 11, Azalea Grange, 142 Pisqually Lane, Azalea, 541-556-4524. Tea and holiday song and dance by Top Hat Theatre Company. Tickets $35 singles, $60 couples.

Oregon coast

HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT SHORE ACRES, 4-9 p.m. daily, through Dec. 31, Shore Acres State Park, 89039 Cape Arago Highway, Charleston, 541-269-0215, shoreacres.net. Festival holiday lights and animated displays. Admission $5 per vehicle; advance online reservations only; get link at park website.

Portland area

ZOOLIGHTS, 4:3-8 p.m. daily, through Jan. 5 (except Dec. 25), Oregon Zoo, Portland, oregonzoo.org. Forests of lighted trees, life-size animal silhouettes, light-bedecked zoo train and a celebration of Oregon coast wildlife. Available for walk-thru and drive-thru; advance tickets required; $21-$29 for walk-thru, $65 for drive-thru; see website for details.

MISCELLANY

Josephine County

GRAND OPENING GALA, 7-11 p.m. Dec. 9, Candela Dance Studio, 202 Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, 541-916-9159. Semi-formal evening of performances, mini classes, treats, social dancing. Free, donations welcome.

WINTER WONDERLAND FAMILY DANCE, 6-7:30 p.m. Dec. 10, Candela Dance Studio, 202 Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, 541-916-9159. Semi-formal evening of dancing, dance games and prizes, cupcake walk, cake/wine walk, kids craft table, Santa, snacks and drinks for all ages. Admission $5 per person; call or text for a ticket.

CHRISTMAS MOVIE NIGHT, 5 p.m. Dec. 17, Josephine County Fairgrounds, Grants Pass, 541-936-2089, gpdrivein.com. Showing of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," with Santa. concessions. Gates at 5 p.m., film at 6 p.m. Admission $5 per person, $15 per family.

Jackson County

FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART DAY, noon-2 p.m. Dec. 10, Rogue Gallery, 40 S. Bartlett St., Medford, 541-772-8118. Art projects, art scavenger hunt for families; children must be accompanied by an adult; free, materials provided, advance registration.

FIRST FROST, 4-9 p.m. Dec. 17, Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink, Winburn Way, Ashland, 541-552-2258, ashland.or.us/icerink. Live music, figure skater performances.

NEW YEAR'S EVE BINGO, 5 p.m. Dec. 31, Rogue River Community Center, 132 Broadway, Rogue River, 541-582-0609. Doors open 5 p.m., dinner served 6 p.m., bingo starts 7 p.m., with $3,--- in cash and prizes. Tickets $50 at the door, includes dinner.

NEW YEAR'S EVE BASH, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St., Ashland, liveatthearmory.com. Music by The Sugarbeats, Cromulon, Ollie Darling, for ages 21 and older. $20 at the door.

CASINOS

Douglas County

SEVEN FEATHERS CASINO RESORT, Canyonville, 800-548-8461. Back to the '90s New Year's Eve Party, Dec. 31; Highway Bound, Jan. 4-9; Justin Shandor as Elvis, Jan. 7; Traditional Lion Dancers, Jan. 13; Gary Allan, Jan. 14; Warren G, Feb. 18; Quiet Riot, March 4.

Portland area

SPIRIT MOUNTAIN CASINO, Grand Ronde, 800-760-7977. Winemakers Dinner, Dec. 14; Boogie Down New Year's Eve Disco Dance Party, Dec. 31.

Oregon coast

CHINOOK WINDS CASINO, Lincoln City, 888-244-6665. Comedy on the Coast, Dec. 9-10; UFC 282 Viewing Dec; 10; LeAnn Rimes — Joy: The Holiday Tour, Dec. 16-17; New Year's Eve bingo, Dec. 31; New Year's Eve party with Red Light Romeos, Dec. 31; Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two-Woman Show, Jan. 13-14; Comedy on the Coast, Jan. 20-21; Three Dog Night, Feb. 3-4; DJ dance music, Fridays and Saturdays, ongoing.

MILL CASINO, North Bend, 800-953-4800. UFC 282 Viewing, Dec. 10; Robert Burns Night Celebration, Feb. 4;

THREE RIVERS CASINO, Coos Bay 541-808-9209.

THREE RIVERS CASINO, Florence, 541-997-7529.

Northern California

ELK VALLEY CASINO, 2021 Elk Ranch Road, Crescent City, Calif., 707-464-1020. Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band, Dec. 9; Steve Berg, Dec. 9-10; Eagles tribute band, Dec. 10; Jesse Meade, Dec. 16-17; The Mighty Steelheads, Dec. 23; Comedy Night, Jan. 14.

LUCKY 7 CASINO, 350 N. Indian Road, Smith River, Calif., 707-487-7777. New Year's Eve Party — Midnight Masquerade (with four bands, including The Roadsters) Dec. 31.

RAIN ROCK CASINO, 777 Casino Way, Yreka, California, 530-777-7246.