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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation  |  Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED   » NEWS NOW   5 Things to Do on the Fourth       ...       Our View: Appearance matters, even for government buildings       ...       Head and boulders above the rest       ...       5 Things to Do on the Fourth       ...       Our View: Appearance matters, even for government buildings       ...       Head and boulders above the rest       ...           Get Up & Go: Nov. 25 Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Nov. 25, 2014 at 12:01 AM Posted Nov. 25, 2014 at 12:01 AM »  Social News  Tuesday, Nov. 25 Computer Class: A free introductory computer class will be offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Phoenix library, 510 W. First St., Phoenix. Topics covered will include an introduction to word processing, photo editing and managing computer files. The class will include time for review and practice. Call 541-774-8679. Brain Books: The Brain Books discussion group will discuss "The Great Divergence: America's Growing Inequality Crisis and What We Can Do About It" by Timothy Noah from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Call 541-774-6996 or see www.jcls.org. TED Talk: In recognition of Thanksgiving, the library will show TED Talk online videos focused on gratitude from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, in the Adams Room of the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave., Medford. Call 541-774-8679 or see www.jcls.org. Spice/Tea Talk: Attendees will choose one of two programs, "Blends, Spices, Oh My!" or "Let's Talk Tea!" at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Spice and Tea Exchange, 88 N. Main St., Ashland. The event will include demonstrations and tastings. Call 541-708-5306 or see www.facebook.com/tsteaashland. Drop-In Knitting Circle: Learn new stitches, practice old ones, get help with projects or knit for fun from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Call 541-774-6996 or see www.jcls.org. Trivia Night: Teams of one to four people compete for prizes in a trivia competition covering a variety of categories from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at Southern Oregon Brewing Company, 1922 United Way, Medford. Call 541-776-9898 or see www.sobrewing.com. Environment-focused Film: Southern Oregon Climate Action Now will show the film "Dancing Salmon Home" at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. The film chronicles efforts by the Winemem Winto tribe to reintroduce salmon to the McCloud River in Northern California. Following the film will be a discussion of the impact of global warming on cold water fish species such as salmon. Call 541-301-4107 or see www.socan.info. Country-Western Dance: Beginning line dancing starts at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Evergreen Ballroom, 6088 Crater Lake Ave., Central Point. Intermediate line dancing starts at 6:30 p.m. and partner and specialty dancing starts at 7 p.m. Admission costs $6. Call 541-826-8000 or see www.evergreenballroom.com. Sweet Adelines: The Southern Oregon Sound chapter of Sweet Adelines International, an a cappella chorus for women, offers lessons on vocal technique, musical accuracy and showmanship at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Eastwood Baptist Church, 675 N. Keene Way Drive, Medford. The group, under the direction of Martha Segura, performs locally and in an annual regional competition. Women interested in singing are invited. Call 541-774-9606 or see www.southernoregonsound.org. Cribbage Tournament: Compete at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 2640 E. Barnett Road, Medford. Admission to the tournament costs $4.50. Call 541-773-2898. Alan Berman Trio: The trio will play swing, blues and original music at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Imperial Event Center, 40 N. Front St., Medford. Cover charge is $5. For more information, see www.imperialeventcenter.com. Jeopardy Trivia: Prizes will be awarded in the competition at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Louie’s Restaurant & Bar, 41 N. Main St., Ashland. Children are welcome to participate but must be out of the restaurant by 10 p.m. Admission costs $1. Call 541-482-9701.   Wednesday, Nov. 26 Free Film at the Library: The 2014 film "Edge of Tomorrow," rated PG-13, will be shown from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave.The film tells the story of an officer caught in a time loop in a war with an alien race. Call 541-774-8679 or see www.jcls.org. Computer Class: A free introductory computer class will be offered from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the Talent library, 101 Home St., Talent. Topics covered will include an introduction to word processing, photo editing and managing computer files. The class will include time for review and practice. Call 541-774-8679. Library Movie: The 2013 romantic comedy/drama "Words and Pictures," rated PG-13, will be shown from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. The film tells the story of an English teacher and fallen literary star played by Clive Owen who challengs an art teacher to a war of words versus images to determine which form carries the greatest meaning. Call 541-774-6996 or see www.jcls.org. Intro to Computer Class: A free introductory computer class will be offered from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave., Medford.  Topics covered will include using the mouse and keyboard, Internet navigation, an introduction to e-mail, and individualize instruction and practice. Call 541-774-8679. Spaghetti Game Night: Try out board games from Funagain Games in Ashland or bring your own from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at Enoteca Wine Tasting and Bistro, 17 N. Main St., Ashland. Complimentary spaghetti will be served with the purchase of a glass or bottle of wine. Call 541-482-3377 or see www.ashlandenoteca.com. Trivia Night: Teams of one to six players can play Trivia at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at The Playwright Public House, 258 A St., Ashland. It's free to play, and each team will receive a bowl of baked fries. The winning team receives a $25 certificate to use at The Playwright. Call 541-488-9128. Jef Ramsey: The guitar and mandolin player will perform acoustic country and folk from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent. Admission is free. Call 541-535-7957 or see www.paschalwinery.com. Lace Walker: The singer, songwriter and guitarist will perform acoustic music from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. Admission is free. See www.southstagecellars.com or call 541-899-9120. Thursday, Nov. 27 Nia DanceFeast: Nia dance instructor Rachael Resch will facilitate the 15th annual Nia Thanksgiving DanceFeast from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 27, at The DanceSpace, 280 E. Hersey St. #10, Ashland. The cost is $12. No previous dance experience is necessary. Participants will experience fun, simple moves as well as free-form dance done to eclectic world beat music. Call 541-488-1192 or see www.nianow.com. Ashland Interfaith Celebration: The 31st annual Ashland Thanksgiving Interfaith Celebration will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, at Wesley Hall, behind the First Methodist Church of Ashland, 175 N. Main St. The program theme will be "Benefits of Belief," and will include leaders from spiritual traditions including Christian, Sufi, Pagan, Hindu, Tao, Buddhist, Jewish, New Thought and others. The event is free. Call 541-482-1025. American Legion Thanksgiving: The American Legion will hold a traditional Thanksgiving dinner from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, at 100 E. Jackson St., Medford. Admission is free for American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion members and their families. Admission is also free for homeless veterans who can provide government ID or Veterans Administration ID cards. Call 541-973-2170. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Nov. 25, 2014 at 12:01 AM » Comment or view comments   Reader Reaction »  STAY INFORMED   Email NewsLetter   Sign Up Today   Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... 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