Gayle Graham October:Gayle Graham Oct

10/20/11

5:05 PM

Page 1

TIME TO JUMP IN!

INVESTORS

Investors are seeing 8-10% returns on their investments in this current rental market. Vacancy rates are under 5% and the rental market is growing at its fastest pace in years!

November 2011 Online edition at JacksonvilleReview.com

For Sale
1000 Glenden Way Jacksonville $2500/mo Huge 4 BD 2 BA Shop, Views 1.27 Acres

710 Applegate Street Jacksonville $199,000 1603 sq ft 4 BD . 2 BA

$255,000 Residential unit $75,000 Commercial unit

Jacksonville Towne Square

For Sale

2000+ Sq Ft 3 BR 2 BA

4748 Upper Applegate Jacksonville $350,000 1573 Sq Ft Riverfront Irrigated 11+ acres

For Sale

For Rent

Furnished Rental

820 California Street Jacksonville $2500 Month Historic & Elegant Huge 4 BD 4 BA
620 North Fifth Street in Jacksonville

The Obenchain House 355 N 4th Street Jacksonville $175 night, $850 week Historic 2 BR, 2 BA

Vacation Rental

Furnished Rental

440 N. 4th St. #107 Jacksonville $950/wk $2,000/mo Furnished 2 BR 2 BA

www.HMOREGON.com Sales: (541) 899-7788 Rentals: (541) 899-2030

Small Town - Big Atmosphere!

Page 2

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

REVOLUTIONIZING

spine care

Recent advancements in the treatment of spine conditions have yielded dramatic breakthroughs. From increased non-surgical treatment alternatives to outstanding success rates for new surgical procedures, the Providence Spine Institute is at the forefront of spinal care. Offering the only comprehensive interdisciplinary care team created from the most outstanding spine specialists in our region.

20
1111 Crater Lake Ave., Medford, OR 97504 541-732-7746 www.providence.org/medford

Anniversary

th

Providence Festival of Trees Beneficiary

Proceeds from the 2011 Festival of Trees will help advance spine care technology at the Providence Spine Institute.

Clip this ad!

Holiday Super Saver

With completed New Patient Exam, Xrays and Cleaning.

Offer good with coupon only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires Nov. 30th. Excluding insurance reimbursement. No cash value.

Free Tooth Whitening

lan guest suites & gallery

holiday panache!
{541} 899 8000
245 west main street jacksonville, or (one block to britt) elanguestsuites.com

Rex F. Miller DMD PC Rex F. Miller DMD PC Rex F. Miller DMD PC Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry
Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry 570 Blackstone Alley Jacksonville 570 Blackstone Alley Jacksonville 570 Blackstone Alley Jacksonville
541-899-1924 541-899-1924 541-899-1924

Page 3

The Jacksonville Review Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

November 2011

Wade-Dave:Wade A

10/20/11

11:00 AM

Page 1

WINE COUNTRY INN

171 E St , Jacksonville

To u r 1 4 Lo c a l W ine r ies with our E xc lu si v e W ine Pa c ka g e

Executive Condo Live in the heart of Jacksonville Walking distance to downtown, Britt Festival & great restaurants. 3 BR, 2 BA, 2092 Sq Ft, 2 Car Gar

$259,900

WINE COUNTRY INN

830 5t h St | J ack son ville For reservations call 541.899.2050

Attention Sellers: Take advantage of my proven 28 step marketing plan to sell your home!
David Pfrimmer
Cell: (541) Principal Broker, ABR, GRI, CHMS Certified Residential Marketing Specialist

326-6262

www.countryhouseinnsjacksonville.com Visit all Country House Inns:

pfrimmer@windermere.com

davidpfrimmer.mywindermere.com

Private Paradise in Wine Country

www.countryhouseinns.com
W I N E Grants U N T R Y I N N C O Pass, Oregon
Jacksonville, Oregon
The Weaksu Inn | The Lodge at Riverside | Riverside Inn
499 China Gulch, Jacksonville Walking Distance to Wineries

The Wine Country Inn | The McCully House | The Cottages The Reames House | Pine Cottage

$499,900

2322 sq. ft. 2.5 Secluded Acres

Vaulted Ceilings & Balcony Decks Granite, Tiles & Custom Cabinetry Master Suite w/ Views & Jetted Tub Covered Patio, Flat Screen & Bar Sauna & Inground Pool Double Car Garage & Tractor Shed

Want to sell your home? Call Wade Today!!!

Wade Branscum
Principal Broker

Santa Barbara, California

The Upham Hotel & Country House

541.944.2700
Branscum@charter.net WadeBranscum.MyWindermere.com
Investors Marketplace, Inc. 505 N. 5th St, Jacksonville, OR 97530 541-899-2000

Group and Corporate Rates Available

Page 4

Doug Morse October 2011:Doug Morse October

10/21/11

12:24 PM

The Jacksonville Review

Page 1

November 2011

"Finding YOU & your family & friends the right property at the right price."
2 HOMES

675 S Oregon S t J ac ks onville

$1,050,000
6 B edroom 4 B aths 3935 S quare F eet .85 A c res F renc h C ountry P rovinc ial H omes , Outdoor Kitc hen, H ot T ub, S ports C ourt, C los e to B ritt F es tival.

3346 Old M ilitary R d C entral P oint

2156 W H ills ide D r C entral P oint

3700 H wy 239, J ac ks onville

$1,650,000
4 B edroom 4.5 B aths 6300 S quare F eet 6.34 A c res P rivate gated drive, V alley V iews W ine C ellar, 3 C ar G arage

$1,100,000
4399 S quare F eet 5.04 A c res H ors e property. G ues t home, barn, s hop. S tone fireplac e.

$298,900
3 B edrooms 2 B aths 1638 S quare F eet 5.4 A c res R ec ently remodeled. Organic apple orc hard. 2 C ar C arport & G arage with s hop and finis hed Offic e.

E SAL ING END P

MINUTES TO JACKSONVILLE

535 C oac hman D r J ac ks onville

$879,000
3 B edrooms + Offic e 2.5 B aths 3796 S quare F eet .92 A c res G ourmet kitc hen. F loor to c eiling s tone F P. W ine room. V iews of valley. L arge M s tr s te w/ jac uzzi tub.

2044 R ight F ork F oots C k R d G old H ill,

225 C oac hman D r J ac ks onville

$339,000
3 B edroom 2 B aths 1808 S quare F eet 1.47 A c res U pdated ins ide, G reenhous e, G rapevines & friut tree

$349,900
3 B edrooms 2.5 B aths 2294 S quare F eet .26 A c res B eautifully well maintained & updated home in C oac hman H ills . P rivate bac kyard. N ic e views .

3781 Old M ilitary R d C entral P oint

$349,900
3 B edrooms 3 B aths 2436 S quare F eet 3.43 A c res Irrigated, 2 S tall B arn, F ireplac e Offic e/ layroom L oft P

Paying top dollar for your gold.

The Crown Jewel

Original Designs Custom Designs Jewelry Repair Money For Gold

165 East California St. Jacksonville

Jewelry Art Decor Gifts

541-899-9060

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 5 Check out our new Real Estate Listings page at JacksonvilleReview.com!
The Planning Commission and HARC operate smoothly with monthly meetingsI believe council can, too! Chapter 4, Section 14 of the City Charter states that the council shall meet once a month, and clearly says that any councilor or the mayor may call for special meetings at any time. The Review encourages Council to consider altering its meeting schedule during March, July, November and December to accommodate personal time off. As stated in the Charter, in the event of an emergency, special meetings can be called. Additionally, despite a Charter mandate that all deliberations and proceedings be held in public, our City Charter should be amended to grant the City Administrator authority to solicit votes on non-critical matters via email. This process could come in handy during slow periods when a formal meeting is conducted simply to authorize the payment of city bills and acceptance of meeting minutes. In a digital age, tending to routine matters should not always require a public meeting. Not only will fewer meetings result in less staff overtime, fewer meetings will attract more citizens to hold public office. Many retirees Ive spoken with say council schedules are potentially burdensome and conflict with travel and other obligations and dont provide a wide enough window for time off. Many who may wish to serve say they cant commit to meeting twice a month, twelve times a year. The same holds true for the younger set which is busy raising families and building careers. Its not that they dont want to serve, its a matter of prioritizing their lives. Like Congress which breaks to go home and recharge its batteries, our VOLUNTEER councilors deserve the same consideration. With a limited populace from which to draw citizencouncilors, altering the current meeting schedule is a reasonable measure for the betterment of our Small Town with Big Atmosphere!

My View
Jacksonville Publishing LLC

by Whitman Parker, Publisher

appy Thanksgiving everyone! I was flipping through the pages of last years November Jacksonville Reviewwow, what a difference a year makes! At that time, Jacksonville was in the midst of a political firestorm with a City Council race too close to call, a Mayoral and Council recall underway and a battle to preserve our professional fire department. Today, the scene is reversed and we find ourselves with a new Mayor, a new City Council, a new City Administrator and two new department heads, all of whom appear to be working harmoniously for the betterment of our charming town. Im pleased to report that with the exception of a pending City/MRA land swap decision, the political horizon looks calm. (Looks calm, I said) City Administrator Jeff Alvis told me that the land swap will come before Council in November and December and that hes hoping Council will resolve the matter by the first of the year. With the decision having lingered for years, The Review encourages the City Council to finally vote up or down on the matter and then move on! In October, our affable new Mayor, Paul Becker missed two council meetingshe took some deserved time off and traveled to Istanbul, Turkey. He and I have discussed the possibility of recapping his trip in an upcoming article and the possibility of a public slide show presentation. Im raising the mayors absence to illustrate a point Ive been thinking about for a few years: the City Council should cut-down its meeting schedule to enable its VOLUNTEER councilors to spend more time enjoying life. Four of todays City Councilors are retired or semi-retired while three work part-time and/ or full time. All are busy in and out of City Hall; all are donating countless hours behind the scenes studying city matters, chairing committees and working on volunteer projects. Presently, council meetings are held twice a month with meetings limited to three hours in duration.

Publishers: Whitman & Jo Parker

Layout & Design: Andrea Yancey
Mail: PO Box 1114 Visit: 235 E. Main Street (above Gogi's) Jacksonville, OR 97530 541-899-9500 Office 541-601-1878 Cell
whitman@thejacksonvillereview.com production@thejacksonvillereview.com jo@thejacksonvillereview.com

JacksonvilleReview.com

Review Readers Can Help Food & Friends! On Tuesday, November 30, Publishers Whit & Jo Parker will be manning tables outside Rays Food Place and the Post Office with advance copies of the December 2011 Review. For one day, these will be the ONLY places to pick up the new issuein exchange for a $1 donation to benefit Food & Friends. Of course, we encourage larger donations to benefit one of Jacksonvilles most worthy organizations!

The Review is printed locally by Valley Web Printing

Breaking news! Next month it's going to cost you...

for an advance copy of the December 2011 Review!

$1

City Snapshot
City Council MeetingOctober 4: City Planner Amy Stevenson presented a 3-D digital reconstruction of the downtown historic core that was done approximately five years ago by Epic Scan. Stevensons department intends to use the scans for presentation purposes for the city website and other purposes. In a related matter, Stevenson reported that two graduate students from the University of Oregon Masters in Historic Preservation office have completed an inventory of Jacksonvilles historic buildings. Funded through the State Office of Historic Preservation, the results of the study of 800 properties will be made available in November. The purpose of the study was to identify properties as contributing and as non-contributing to Jacksonvilles National Landmark status. Currently, Jacksonvilles historic designation lacks a clearly defined period of significance, another matter to be addressed by the Planning Department. City Administrator Jeff Alvis announced that David Thompson had tendered his resignation from the Planning Commission, which now leaves two vacancies. City Council MeetingOctober 18: Three Transient Lodging Tax Grants (Bed Tax) grant requests totalling $6,216 received unanimous approval: $2,000 Jacksonville Heritage Society grant to assist in roof repair for the 1868 St. Josephs Cont'd. on Pg. 6

Now serving fall dinner menu & new kids menu dinner thu, fri, sat 5:30-8:30P lunch mon - sat 10:30a-2:30p
see our menu on jacksonvillereview.com

230 E C St Jville 541 261 7638 cstbistro@yahoo.com

Page 6

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

CITY HALL HAPPENINGS

A Few Minutes with the Mayor
by Paul Becker
en months ago I assumed the duties of Mayor under what could best be described as cloudy weather or would foggy better fit the circumstances surrounding events at city hall? Now, Im happy to report that your Mayor and your city administration has dispersed the fog and both are chugging along in reasonable fashion perhaps not unlike the little engine that could, who huffed and puffed while going up the hill, I think I can I think I can. I admit to some surprise at the belief held by those who hold a certain amount of esteem for the office of Mayor. This was unanticipated and took a while to accommodate. Age does not necessarily bring wisdom. Was I wise enough? Searching in the face staring back at me in the morning mirror, there was no evidence of wisdom. But then, what does wisdom look like? Would I find it if I sat as Auguste Rodins famous sculpture, The Thinker, and actually tried thinking? In doing so, what would I think of? Lewis Carrolls work came to mind. Twas brillig and the slithy tove did gyre and gimble in the wabe No that didnt help. Then the revelation came. No one expected me to be wise. Why shoulder that burden? Wise is not a word todays citizens associate with their political leaders. Still, I felt imbued with the idea that somehow whatever it took I had to be wise. The question then camehow to go about it? Should I take a crash course in reading classic literature? What about reading the history of some of our great leaders of yesterday? Perhaps a study of the various religions of mankind would bring Cont'd. from Pg. 5 Catholic Rectory, $1,216 to fund a portion of the Jacksonville Oregon Business Associations (JOBA) next website phase development and $3,000 to partially fund a $10,000 JOBA visit Jacksonville advertising campaign in the Oregon Shakespeare Festival playbill. The Council unanimously approved a request by the Chamber of Commerce to locate a community Christmas tree on the corner of California and 3rd Street, next to the Beekman Bank. The tree will be displayed in the fenced area of the historic water wella construction team was given the goahead to construct a platform over the

From the Firehouse to Your House

by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
very easy way to remember to check the operation of your smoke detector and change its batteries is to do this twice a year when the time changes to and from Daylight Saving Time. You may decide that a once-a-year battery change is sufficient with alkaline batteries. But please pick a date that you will remember, and change that battery! If your smoke detectors are hard-wired into your electrical system, they should still be checked to make sure they are operating properly. All smoke detectors have a test button that when pressed will sound an alarm. If the alarm does not work when you test your detector, there is a problem that needs to be resolved. If you are unable to reach your detector, call

On Being a Mayor
wisdom. Then I thought of the Bible and the story of Solomon the wisest leader of all. Reading his story offered no help whatsoever. It was obvious that no two women would come to my office giving me a chance to say divide the baby in two in order to determine who was really the mother. No this business of being wise was becoming very difficult. The humorist, Sam Levenson is quoted as saying, It's so simple to be wise. Just think of something stupid to say and then don't say it. Though the idea had some merit, it seemed too simple. Indeed, following that rule, there might be days when I would never speak. Perhaps there was another way to live up to expectations on the part of people who look to me as their mayor. Instead of wisdom, how about common sense. Now thats something I might deal with. Horace Greeley was famous for saying, Go west young man, but he also said, Common sense is very uncommon. I would counter with Is there born the man or woman who doesnt think they possess common sense? Of course not! Voila! The answer to my dilemma began to swim in view. Form a new party called The Common Sense Party. With that title everyone would be bound to join. Why, the possibilities would be endless. Imagine a united citizenry under the banner of common sense. And the beauty of all this would be it wouldnt matter if I possessed any common sense or not. The Common Sense Party would be there to fall back on. Thinking myself brilliant, with a sense of fulfillment I stopped worrying about the problem.

Time Change Means Battery Change

us here at the fire departmentwe can come to your home and test it for you. And, we can also advise you on where you should place your smoke detectors. Smoke Detector Neglect: Although smoke detectors are present in 94 % of American homes, 20% do not work, mostly because of dead or missing batteries. That means roughly 19 million homes are at risk due to non-working smoke alarms and another 6 million homes are at risk due to no smoke alarms. In the U.S. roughly 80% of fire deaths result from fires in homes without working smoke detectors. For more information, contact the Jacksvonille Fire Department at 541-899-7246.

Jacksonville Fire Department to Host READY BOOK Class on November 17th

Imagine the following scenarios: 1) a wild land fire envelopes Jackson County, cutting Jacksonville off from neighboring communities, severing transportation and food supply routes 2) an earthquake hits Southern Oregon, causing massive structural damage and cutting-off Jacksonville from outside help, 3) a massive storm strikes the area, causing a multi-day loss of electrical power and natural gas supplies. The above are real possibilitiesthe READY BOOK is your best defensive tool in case of natural disaster or other emergency. Designed by emergency responders, the booklet was designed to help you survive emergencies as best as possible. On Thursday, November 17, residents are invited to join the Jacksonville Fire Department for an informative class on using the READY BOOKa comprehensive booklet used to store important informationinformation that could save your life in case of emergency or natural disaster. The hour-long free class will be held at 6:00pm at the fire station at 180 N. 3rd. Street. According to Jacksonville Fire Chief Devin Hull, Essentially, the READY BOOK is a multi-page, bound journal that is filled-out and then kept in a secure place and accessible place in case of emergency. In the event of a natural disaster or medical emergency, caregivers and medical professionals will use the information contained in your waterproof READY BOOK to access your personal and medical information, all in one place. The READY BOOK contains 8 easy to use Tabs or Sections: Tab 1: Introduction and Instruction pages. Tab 2: Instructions and Photo pages are used to fill in the names of residents, service animals and pets. Hull says, Emergency responders dont always know what a resident looks like, so having a photo handy is really useful for i.d. purposes. Tab 3: Emergency Phone Numbers includes contact information for caregivers, family, friends, doctors, pharmacists, insurance companies, veterinarians, attorneys and other key figures in your life. A handy 10 page section provides ample room to list all prescription medications and dosage amounts as well as a clear plastic sleeve pocket to store copies of all your prescriptions. In an emergency situation, especially with injuries involved, we really need to know the victims medical needs. Accessible information is key to helping us help you, Hull says. Tab 4: Your Important Papers provides another plastic sleeve to store important medical papers. Hull notes, This would be a great place to store copies of your living will, donor card and other important medical-related information. Tab 5: Emergency Supply Instructions provides a check list to prepare a GoKit. In case of evacuation, Hull says, your Go-Kit is criticalwe will suggest using a gym bag or backpack filled with vital supplies such as an extra change of clothes, spare eyeglasses, hearing aid batteries, dentures, oxygen, personal care items and a host of other recommended supplies. Class attendees will learn how to pack a Go-Kit that is customized to each family member. And dont forget GoKits for your pets, Hull says. Tab 6: The Emergency Supply Instructions provides a check list to prepare a Stay-Kit, used to hunker down for days during an emergency. Hull notes, The class will cover what items are most needed to survive for 72 hoursfrom water, food, blankets, tools, to first aid supplies and more. Tab 7: I.D. Band Instruction section provides 5 arm bands used to identify household members. In case of evacuation, you need to be wearing a waterproof wrist band that can be scanned and used to identify you, your family members and your pets in case you get separated from each other, Hull says. Tab 8: contains a Notes section to be Ready Book - Cont'd. on Pg. 26

well that will serve as a tree stage. Acceptance of a $10,000 Cheney Foundation grant received unanimous approval. The grant, solicited by Fire Chief Devin Hull, will be used to purchase new fireman turnouts (Kevlar-lined pants & coats) and other safety clothing. Hull noted that the new turnouts cost approximately $1,700 and have an expected lifespan of 7-10 years. Receipt of the grant money will result in $3,200 of budgeted city funds to be rolled over to the next fiscal budget. Additionally, Hull noted that a donation of $5,000 to his department from Volunteer Engine Company #1 will go toward the cost of the safety suits.

JACKSONVILLE OFFICE HOURS

PLANNING DEPARTMENT HOURS CITY OFFICE Monday - Friday Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am - 4:00pm & Friday 8:30am - 2pm (541) 899-1231 Wednesday: MUNICIPAL COURT CLERK Closed to Public Monday - Friday: 1pm - 4pm City Offices 541-899-1231 www.jacksonvilleor.us

JACKSONVILLE CITY SCHEDULE

CITY COUNCIL: Tuesday, November 1, 6:00pm (OCH) PLANNING COMMISSION: Wednesday, November 9, 6:00pm (OCH) CITY COUNCIL: Tuesday, November 15, 6:00pm (OCH) HARC HEARING OFFICER: Wednesday, November 16, 10:00am (OCH) PUBLIC SAFETY: Monday, November 21, 4pm (EOC) HARC: Wednesday, November 23, 6pm (OCH) LOCATION KEY: CH - Old City Hall (S. Oregon & Main) CC - Community Center (160 E. Main Street) NVR - Naversen Room (Jacksonville Library) FH - Fire Hall(180 N. 3rd St. @ C) EOC - Emergenyc Ops Center at Police Station

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 7

LETTERS
Tourism Doesn't Pay Bills
Regarding the "cheers" in the editorial about the Jacksonville Planning Commission decision regarding downtown amplified music. As chairman of Jacksonville's Historical and Architectural Review Commission, I won't second-guess the Planning Commission's decisions. I offer the following considerations regarding the town's storied "ambience," however: Jacksonville is an essentially residential community. While the businesses in town do add a certain vitality, especially downtown, most are boutique, tourist-oriented enterprises, not service or convenience businesses useful for day-to-day life in the community; hence, we do the bulk of our routine shopping in Medford. Except for the hotel bed tax, no income from business per se comes to the town for historic preservation and timely and thorough maintenance of our historic infrastructure - or even for daily civic operations. The town relies heavily on volunteer service to survive. While tourism helps underwrite street activity and provides an income for local business and building owners, it seems to generate inadequate surplus for proper maintenance and improvement of our ancient structures. At the same time it accelerates decay by wear and tear. In many cases, we locals simply "put up" with certain business activities, hopefully benefiting in some way from them, say by eating, drinking, and listening to music including the Britt Festivals. Gary R. Collins Jacksonville (Letter reprinted from Mail Tribune) have here, we would not have anything left for them to admire! These are the folks that pay those bed tax funds, not the residents. Volunteers are the backbone of any community. I am so very impressed with the quality and diversity of volunteers that come to the aid of this city as well as other deserving organizations. Pause for a moment to think of how many of them are now, or have been, business owners here or abroad. Think of the donations of time, money and products that our local businesses contribute to the many causes that cross their paths every day. The tallies can be staggering! Commercial buildings pay higher property taxes, on average. We pay for business licenses, alarm permits and parking district fees that all go into the citys general fund. Businesses are not entities without people. Besides their owners, most of our businesses support at least one or more employee. The owners are not corporate giants. They tend to be middle-class folks just trying to pay the bills just like everyone else. They do this even when sales are down and expenses are up. Were a die-hard breed. Dreamers. The kind of people working (sometimes living here) to make this one of the most wonderful places to be a part of. Yes, some of our local businesses can infringe on the quality of residential life. We have processes with which to deal with these issues. For the most part, these business and cultural events are what gives our community a special flavor. I have been a resident here for 20 years and most of that was spent living right downtown. Yes it can be noisy, congested and a little frustrating but these inconveniences are short-lived and (usually) leave no long-term effects. We put up with it because thats what a community does for itself. Just like any family has to, we take the bad with the good. I know that you, and the other HARC members, work diligently to keep the historic preservation of this city intact. This is a valiant effort and certainly a most difficult endeavor. I just wanted to state that these efforts are not shouldered alone but in conjunction with all who live and prosper in our precious community. Let us all work more closely together to achieve such lofty goals. It can be done but only if the community, business and residential, pull together to make it so. Sincerely, Linda Graham, owner of Scheffel's Toys

Rebuttal

Dear Mr. Collins & HARC members, I am writing you today in rebuttal to your letter to the editor which was posted in the September 25th edition of the Mail Tribune. I have a few bullet points of my own to inject: While your statement that Jacksonville is essentially a residential community may, in part be true, I have never lived in any city where the health and wealth of the residential community wasnt directly entrenched with the well-being of its adjacent business district(s). Our high property values and desirability (commercial & residential) are maintained through this symbiotic relationship. The vitality that our businesses may offer this city is far more than catering to the whims of our visitors. While it is true that most of us do not offer day-to-day items, we certainly fill a void when consumers are looking for unique goods and services. No one, in small business, can compete with the sheer magnitude and buying power that the big box stores have at their disposal. Nor should they try. The population of this valley cannot sustain such enterprises and must diversify with high-quality, unusual goods and services in order to survive. That is the nature of small towns such as ours. Think about the small towns you have seen that didnt have our atmosphere but were, instead, littered with run of the mill junk stores. Did it make you want to stay or just make you want to get gas and leave? Think about it. I grew up in this town so I think I can clearly state that, if it wasnt for the revitalization of the businesses in our historic core, we wouldnt be even discussing the well-being of our historic structures. Back in the 60s (and before) this city had little to make one visit, let alone live here. The businesses are the ones who came to the call of those who wished to preserve the history of this city. Robbie Collins may have spear-headed this effort but the grunt work was done by those who owned and operated businesses here. When these structures are occupied with a viable business, they are maintained with a lot of money and effort. While it is true that some building owners have let some things slide, please remember that it costs more than some have in their means to make repairs. Its hard enough to keep a business afloat let alone repair the building its in. Visitors may take their toll on our resources but, without those who come to appreciate what we

Medford Food Project Jacksonville Pickup Day: December 10th

For information on how you can get your green bag, please contact Jo Parker at 541-227-8011 or jo@thejacksonvillereview.com

More than money

Mayor Beckers October column tells Jacksonvilles citizens that the only issue regarding Forest Park is the money. Certainly money can do a lot of good things, and the Mayor is ready to spend it like a mid-level manager waiting for a Christmas bonus. It would be nice if it were so simple, but 15 years of controversy and repeated testimony from the citizens show that the Mayor has seriously oversimplified the case. The future of Jacksonvilles Forest Park should be an asset to this unique city. But the current proposed land swap is based on moving a problem, not solving it. Anyone who believes that the current proposal will solve the problem must believe that moving a skunk to the other side of the room will reduce the smell. Jacksonville deserves better. Jack Duggan

Fall Cemetery Clean-up Thank You

On behalf of the Friends of Jacksonvilles Historic Cemetery, Id like to express my thanks and appreciation to the 41 volunteers who showed up on Saturday, October 1, for our annual fall cemetery clean-up day. FOJHC was joined by the Jacksonville Boosters, Masons and residents from Jacksonville and surrounding communities for a very successful and fun clean-up. The weather was perfect and everyone hit the ground running! In three hours time, volunteers managed to fill 181 very large trash bags with madrone leaves and other debris. We also want to thank our good friends at the Masonic Lodge for hosting a wonderful post-cleanup lunch at the IOOF hall. Thanks to all for helping to care for our beautiful Pioneer Cemetery and getting in such great shape for Meet the Pioneers. Dirk J. SiedleckiPresident, FOJHC

November History Saturday in the Cemetery

Mark your calendar and plan on joining the Friends of Jacksonville's Historic Cemetery on Saturday, November 12 for History Saturday in the Jacksonville Cemetery. This month's program will feature the History of the 'City' Section and a visit with many of Jacksonville's early "movers and shakers." Meet your docents at the top of the Cemetery Road, next to the Sexton's Tool House at 10am and be sure to dress for the weather, and wear comfortable walking shoes. The Program is free, however donations are always appreciated and help to support our educational programs and cemetery restoration work. This will be the eighth program in the series which will conclude on Saturday, December 10. We look forward to seeing you on November 12!

Letters Policy: Letters to the editor may be emailed to whitman@thejacksonvillereview.com or mailed to PO Box 1114, Jacksonville OR 97530. All letters are limited to 300 words unless otherwise agreed to in advance. Editor reserves the right to edit letters for punctuation and grammar.

Page 8

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

SPOTLIGHT
lan Gallery Presents Emergence with Local Oil Painter, Yang Yu
lan Gallery is pleased to present the art of Yang Yu, Jacksonville oil painter. Yang Yu expresses deep sensitivity and emotion through color on canvas. Yang Yu grew up in the countryside during the Chinese Cultural Revolution with her grandparents, living with few material possessions but very close to nature. Finding her way to America via Japan has been a life-changing journey for her. I saw China change and evolve for 27 years, then 3 years in Japan during the height of its success, and more finally I have spent the past 15 years in America. Putting all three cultures together is who I online am today. She admits, I always push myself to experience as many new things as possiblemy goal is to bring rainbows into human life through my art. I have a passion to express and share. The subjects for my art can be anything that strikes me at the moment. Realistic painting is limiting for me so abstraction enables me to add to the composition and be free to express my interpretation of the internal energy of the subject and its sense of being. If I can transfer emotion to the canvas, then I have been successful. A reception to meet the artist will be held on Friday, November 11, from 5-8 pm, at lan Gallery, 245 West Main. Please join us in celebration of Yang Yu and this topical art show entitled, "Emergence." Yang Yu's show will run November through January. Call for hours or by appointment 541-899-8000. A sampling of Yang Yu's paintings can be seen on our website at JacksonvilleReview.com

Jacksonville/Applegate Rotary Sponsors Harlem Ambassadors Comic B-Ball Exhibition

The famous Harlem Ambassadors comic exhibition basketball team will be performing at Central High School Gym on the evening of November 12. Rotarians of the Jacksonville/Applegate club hope you will join them in a fantastic evening of terrific entertainment, an excellent game, and a special family-oriented occasion. The Ambassadors will be playing a local team composed of a mixed bag of local celebrities, high school teachers, and community businessfolk. This is not your grandfather's basketball: the Ambassadors provide not only "nothin' but net," but seriously funny, slam dunkin', highly skilled shenanigans to delight the whole family. A food concession and souvenir stand will be available. Expect not only fullcourt chicanery, but also an exhibition of outstanding prowess in the game of basketball. The Jacksonville/Applegate Rotary Club hopes you won't miss the fun, the skills, and the silliness. These hi-jinks are being sponsored by the J/A Rotary club to raise funds to support their many charitable and community service activities in the Rogue Valley and the global efforts of Rotary International to eliminate disease, improve living conditions, increase education, and promote peace. Game Time is Saturday, November 12, 7:00pm-10:00pm at Central Medford High School gymnasium, 815 S. Oakdale Avenue, Medford. Adult tickets are $10, Students (5-18) and Seniors $5. Children under 4 accompanied by an adult will be free. Tickets will be available at the door, the Visitors Information Center next to the Post Office in Jacksonville, a variety of stores in the valley, and from members of the J/A Rotary Club.

See a Need, Fill a Need

In spring, 2010, Stacy Van Voorhees and a group of her friends were enjoying a relaxing day with their kids at Doc Griffin Park. The relaxed mood shifted in an instant when a young boy in hot pursuit of a soccer ball darted into the street. Luckily, no cars were driving past when the youngster darted out and thankfully, no injuries resulted. Van Voorhees, who spends a fair amount of time at the park, had witnessed this scene too many times. It was time to take action. With the help of good friends Rebecca & Aiden Williams, her husband Tom and son Oliver, Stacy led the charge to have a fence installed near the playground equipment on the east side of the park. After proposing the fence idea to the Parks Department, Stacy worked closely with City Administrator Jeff Alvis, whom she credits with making the project a reality. Before city crews installed the fence posts, a group of VanVoorhees-led

L-R, Jeff Alvis, Stacy & Oliver Van Voorhees, Rebecca Flynn-Williams & her son, Aiden. volunteers prepped, primed and painted the posts, stringers and other wood parts. Post-installation, they even gave it a fresh coat of white paint. Thanks to Stacy and her volunteer crew for taking on another great community project!

Snap Fitness Update!

Since Snap Fitness opened on April 1 in Jacksonville, General Manager, Eric Acevedo has been very pleased with the response from the community. He says, When we reviewed the Rogue Valley and spoke with folks in Jacksonville, it was such an obvious gap in service. We spoke with so many people here who wanted to utilize a fitness center but didn't want Gretchen Wolf of Snap Fitness to make the commute over to Medford. The other story Snap Fitness now has three locations we heard was that folks already had a in the Rogue ValleyJacksonville Snap membership in Medford and rarely made members may participate in classes the drive to use it. Acevedo says hes at the new Medford location starting been pulled aside and thanked again November 1st. The Snap Fitness model and again by his happy patrons for offers residents the flexibility of 24-7 open bringing the fitness club to Jacksonville. hours, no contracts, new, state-of-theWe're very thankful for the support and art equipment and a clean and pleasant honored to be a part of the community. facility. The Jacksonville location is just two We anticipate a very busy winter season blocks west of Gary West Meats at 650 G and look forward to a great 2012! Street541-646-6029.

Victorian Christmas Celebration Starts December 2

This year, the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerces Victorian Christmas celebration kicks-off the holidays with the annual downtown parade and tree lighting on Friday, December 2 beginning at 6:00pm. Over the course of three weekends from 11am-4pm, come downtown and join the fun with street carolers, the town crier, musicians, horsedrawn carriage rides, roasted chestnuts, hot cider and more. All of Jacksonvilles fantastic merchants will have the town decked-out and looking its festive best with lights, garland and holiday decor! The historic Beekman Bank at California & 3rd will again be transformed into the North Pole where Father Christmas will delight children of all ages. This year, the North Pole is also where youll find the town Christmas tree, atop the site of the Citys old water well. For up-to-date information, please call the Chamber of Commerce at 541899-8118 or visit their website at www. jacksonvilleoregon.com. See Victorian Christmas Celebration ad on page 35.

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 9

Meet the Pioneers A Successful Sell-Out!

Come Celebrate Winterfest at Bigham Knoll

Bigham Knolls Winterfest officially begins with the Victorian Christmas Parade, December 2nd in downtown Jacksonville. Come to the Parade at 6:00 pm to cheer on two of Santas favorite Reindeer as they fill childrens hearts with images of Sugar Plums and Jolly Old St. Nicholas. A big thank you to Cutler Investment Group for providing the flight arrangements and accommodations for the Reindeer! Immediately after the Parade, you can visit the Bigham Knoll Campus to help welcome the Reindeer into their new (temporary) home. They will be on view from December 2nd until the 10th. To help the Reindeer feel at home the staff of Bigham Knoll and Frau Kemmling will be serving hot chocolate and Christmas goodies at Santas Toy Shoppe and Gift Depot. Local crafters along with Santas elves have been working hard all year making traditional German toys, food and gift baskets. Santas Gift Shoppe will be open from 5-9 pm opening night through Christmas Eve. December 6th is St. Nikolas Night at Frau Kemmling Schoolhaus Brewhaus. Kids under 12 eat for free off the kids menu, and when they bring in a stocking, they will receive a special German gift from St. Nikolas himself! Can you name all the holiday traditions that come from our Germanic roots? Come to the Frau Kemmling Schoolhaus Brewhaus to discover the answers. As a special gift to the community, five Jacksonville churches are presenting an outdoor event, the Live Nativity featuring six stations depicting the Christmas Story. Performances run Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 16, 17 and 18th. The walking tour culminates in the Bigham Knoll Event Center with a community carol sing-a-long and a great chance to get in the Christmas spirit with family, friends and neighbors. Jesus is the reason for the season! Participating churches include: Jacksonville Presbyterian Church, Jacksonville Calvary Church, Lumen Dei Church, St. Andrews Anglican Church, and Ruch Community Bible Church. All are welcome and admission is free. Speaking of traditions, did you say Nutcracker? Yes! Give your children the gift of wonder for Christmas and enroll them in the Little Pioneers Winterfest Camp. This 5 day camp will focus on a reading of the Nutcracker, and culminate in their performance on the Bigham Knoll Event Center Stage. Camp is open to all children ages 3-8. December 19-23rd, 10-2pm. Cost is $125 for the week and a $15 costume fee. Know a Rogue Valley person serving overseas? Ashland Partners and Cutler Investment Counsel are hosting virtual Christmas parties, connecting local families with our servicemen and women via the technology available at Bigham Knoll. Please nominate a family by sending their information to christmasoverseas@bighamknoll.com or by calling Bigham Knoll. More information on the Winterfest activities can be found by calling 541-899-9665 or visiting our website: www.bighamknoll.com.

Meet the Pioneers 2011 Photo: Mike Tupper Thanks to all who attended our 6th Annual Meet the Pioneers Cemetery Tours on Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15. On both days, all tours were totally sold-out to a very excited and enthusiastic audience. The feedback has been nothing but praise for our Players and for our wellorganized and professionally-presented event. New Narratives were very wellreceived along with the stories of some of Jacksonville's "molders and shapers." The continued success of this Program will ensure ongoing restoration and preservation work in the cemetery and also support the music program at Jacksonville's Elementary School. We very much appreciate the support of the community and our neighbors, near and far, for attending the Program. You're our audience and without you, there would be no show, so thank you so much for being there. I would like to thank our Research Team, Marjorie Edens, Sonia Findley, Dianne Helmer, Betty Miller, Gail Nicholson and Mike Tupper, who started working on this year's program in January, and found the interesting and historical stories that were presented. Thanks to our 18 Players for taking that research material and putting together such wonderful scripts and for becoming the individuals that they presented. When they say it takes a village, I can tell you that it does to put this program on. Each day, there were 25 volunteers up in the cemetery guiding groups around the tour route, serving refreshments to the workers and watching out for everyone's safety. In addition, another 18 volunteers handled ticketing, boarding and directing traffic in and around the D Street Parking Lot. A special thank you to those who came early to help setup for the tours and those who were able to help with the take down. Thanks to Kathy Waltz, Pat Dahl and Mary Siedlecki for assisting with sidewalk ticket sales on a couple of Sunday afternoons. All our volunteers make this event come together and be the huge success that it has been for the past six years. There are no words to really thank them for all that they do and contribute to Meet the Pioneers and the community. It is an absolute pleasure and joy to work with each of them. I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to the staff and residents of Pioneer Village for their continued support and assistance for this program. A special thank you to Ed Ingerbretson for being such a great and polite driver, the Jacksonville Review for such great coverage of this event and their wonderful service and support to the community and all its various Clubs and Organizations, The Jacksonville Chamber and Visitor Center, Sandi, Terri and Maryl for a super job handling ticket sales for us, The First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville for allowing us to offer our guests chairs to sit on, Mayor Becker, the City Council and the City Staff for their support. Thanks also to all our cemetery neighbors for their understanding and patience during the tours, Ron and Dee Moore for their ongoing support and assistance with tickets and photos, Mike Tupper for taking all his wonderful photos during the two days of tours, The Southern Oregon Historical and Rogue Valley Genealogical Societies for their assistance with research material, Climate Control Mini Storage for the use of their truck, and finally, to Bill and Debra Miller for their work on filming this year's tours and their love of history. Again, if you attended the tours, thank you for coming and sharing the experience. If you were one of our great volunteers, please know that your assistance was sincerely appreciated. To all our other contributors, thank you for your generosity in helping us to put this event on. Hope to see you all back next year when will be presenting our 7th Annual Meet the Pioneers on October 12, and 13, with new stories of early life in Jacksonville and the Rogue Valley. With our sincere appreciation and gratitude, Dirk J. Siedlecki, President Friends of Jacksonville's Historic Cemetery Steve Casaleggio, President Jacksonville Boosters Club

Kiwanis Honors September Student of the Month

The Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville kicked off the new school year by honoring Madison (Maddie) Messmer as Student of the Month for September. Maddie is a senior at South Medford High School, and she is the daughter of Clark and Brenda Messmer of Jacksonville, and carries a 4.0 grade point average. She is taking a very full load this year including several AP classesEnglish Literature, Biology, and Calculus. Other courses are French IV, Economics, Contemporary Issues and Leadership. Her favorite course last year was Anatomy. Her activities include Key Club, a Kiwanis youth group, Adventure Club, Interact Club, Torch Honor Society, and the Links Program. She plans to attend college to study biology or chemistry and minor in music. She then plans to go on to Stanford University Medical School to become an

Maddie Messmer and Kiwanis, Dave Wilson. anesthesiologist. She would like to travel abroad while in college. Maddie says her parents have influenced her the most because they lead her by example and are so supportive. For further information, contact Dave Wilson at 541- 899-1934, e-mail: elkhntr@charter.net.

Movie Night at Old City Hall

Novembers Movie Night at Old City Hall offers a double feature like you havent seen in years. Central Park (l932) stars Joan Blondell as Dot, a penniless New Yorker who is tricked by a small-time hood pretending to be a police inspector. The hood promises to pay Dot $100 to help in a sting operation at a local benefit. She agrees, unaware that the hoods gang is using her to steal the charity receipts. Only her equally-penniless boyfriend, Rick (Wallace Ford) can save Dot before she becomes involved in the heistbut hes being held captive by the hoods. Ohwhat suspense youll endurefor the whole 57 minutes that the film runs! Hallelujah, Im a Bum, (1933) stars the legendary Al Jolson in one of the most sophisticated and delightful musicals ever made. Jolson plays a happy hobo who falls in love with a beautiful young

woman (Madge Evans) with amnesia. The rich playboy he must compete against just happens to be the Mayor of New York (Frank Morgan, remembered as The Wizard of Oz)! The songsand much of the rhyming dialoguecome from the team of Rodgers and Hart. As Jolson says, You aint seen nothin yet! The fun starts on Friday, November 11 at 7:00 PM.

Page 10

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Reflections
by Gates McKibbin
chill is in the Jacksonville unexpectedly nippy al fresco evening. air these days. No problem. Soon afterward the day of the Alison Growing up in Central Illinois, Krauss concert dawned cold and rainy. I learned early how to deal with the Having learned from our previous cold. When it snowed my mother would experience, we developed elaborate bundle her brood in coats and mittens, contingency plans for Britt that evening. galoshes, wool scarves and hats, then Tarps, heavy gauge plastic sheets, wool, allow us to play outside. goose down and fleece Afterward, frozen stiff, blankets, umbrellas, we would stand in the sweaters, jackets and utility room while she scarves filled our bags removed our icy outer and backpacks. I added wear and then hustled two thermoses of us into the kitchen for steamy hot chocolate to cookies and hot chocolate. ward off any hint of a When we had been chill. When everything sledding all afternoon, was loaded into the we thawed out with a hot back of the SUV, it TouVelle House proprietors, Gary & bath first, then enjoyed looked like four of us Tim Balfour, under cover at Britt. the cookies and cocoa. were heading out for a Those lessons came in handy during week of wilderness camping in January. the thirty years I spent in San Francisco, I had no idea how prepared we were except that the bundling up occurred in until my perennially equipped friend the summer. Theres nothing more frigid opened her Igloo bag. Tucked inside than gale force winds and fog rolling in were plastic ponchos in multiple designer at Drakes Beach on an August afternoon. colors, hand warmers, a tiny foil-wrapped I recall one evening in July at an Oakland emergency blanket, Cadbury chocolate, As game when I donned more layers a monocular and binoculars, bottled than I wore as a child making snow water, Ziploc bags, a camera, a Gortex angels in the backyard. rain coat with hood and gloves, lip balm Whenever out of town guests planned and lip gloss, and miniature bottles of Bay Area summer visits, I would Jack Daniels, Baileys and Schnapps. If we repeatedly remind them to bring warm had to endure torrential rains and frigid clothesto no avail. After all, when winds to hear Grammy award-winning you are sweltering in triple-digit Texas bluegrass music, we would survive. temperatures, how can it be cold in As it turned out, the rain receded before California? The fleece jackets that I kept the concert began and resumed just as we handy for friends and family inevitably were loading the car afterwards. It didnt became their primary vacation accessory. even get all that cold. Then again, perhaps The big chill was far from my mind when it did. We never would have noticed. I dressed for the Mary Chapin Carpenter Gates McKibbin moved to Jacksonville after working and living in the Bay Area for three concert this past June at the Britt. Since decades as a consultant to major corporations. temperatures had been in the mid-90s a few days earlier, I chose lightweight layers. This column contains her musings about this remarkable community and her new life So did my friends. We were frozen to the far away from the fast lane. bone by the end of what turned out to be an

The Unfettered Critic

by Paula Block Erdmann & Terry Erdmann
Popcorn Is Extra: Jujubes Are Optional
Its the most wonderful time of the year For movies, that is. Every autumn, as the leaves turn gold, Hollywood studios roll out productions that they hope will turn their bottom lines gold as well. Expect among the offerings: a. Classy, well-made flicks with notable cast members and top-shelf directors. These are the ones being positioned for Oscar nominations. b. Not so classy, but funny (or heartwarming) audience-pleasers, designed to pull in little kids, older kids home on winter break and families looking for something to do after the leftover turkey goes in the fridge. Weve prepared a list of five that will open between Halloween and New Years Day. Sorry, we dont yet know whether theyll fall into the a, b, or even the dreaded and unmentioned c category. 1. The Rum Diary (opens October 28) Johnny Depp in his second film based on gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompsons literary works (1998s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas was the first). This time Mr. Depp doesnt hide his beaut under a bald cap (a real plus, in Paulas opinion). entertainment. The trailer for this one does make it look like a drama-crimemystery. Were intrigued. 3. J. Edgar (November 9) Yes, thats J. Edgar Hoover, the first director of the FBI. Leonardo DiCaprio, who plays the title character, has the ability to lose himself in each role he takes on. As a movie director, Clint Eastwood has proven better each time out. The combination makes us predict this is a cant lose. We hear that the FBI is quite annoyed with Clint for the story hes depicting here. With such an endorsement, how could we stay away? 4. Hugo (November 23) Bet you thought youd never hear the words Martin Scorsese and childrens film together in a sentence. Hugo is an adaptation of Brian Selznicks fantasy novel, The Invention of Hugo Cabret. The script is by John Logan (The Gladiator, The Last Samurai). This story follows the exploits of Hugo, an orphan who lives in a Paris railway station. His only companions are plucky, young Isabelle and a broken automaton built by his late father (Jude Law). Scorseses challenge was to pull off a fantasy palatable to both adults and children. It looks utterly charmingbut will it play like Harry Potter? 5. Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close (December 25 in limited release; wide release January 20, 2012) Thematically, this movie has a lot in common with Hugo. But where Hugo is an enchanting fantasy, Loud starts on a chord so real that we suspect well be glad we brought along a pocketful of tissues. Like Hugo, the protagonist is a young boy with a missing father (Tom Hanks). The twist is that Oskars dad was lost on 9/11. Living with his mom (Sandra Bullock), the boy tries to solve a mystery that will help him connect with the missing man. In each movie, a mysterious key plays a significant role in the action. But theres a difference: this one has Oscar nominee written all over it. Tickets, as usual, will fall into the ten buck range. You can guess our critique of that sad story. Paula and Terry each have long impressivesounding resumes implying that they are battle-scarred veterans of life within the Hollywood studios. Theyre now happily relaxed into Jacksonville.

Johnny Depp in The Rum Diary The picture has been called a dramacrime-mystery, but the trailer sells it like a manic comedy. Thompson once wrote, For every moment of triumph, many souls must be trampled. Lets hope theyre not ours. 2. Anonymous (October 28) Was William Shakespeare a fraud? Theatre people love the question, arguing regularly whether the Bard wrote the works that bear his name. You can find books on the topic (talk about biting the hand that feeds you!) in the Oregon Shakespeare Festivals gift shop. Personally, we dont buy a word of the smear campaign against Wills authenticity, but director Roland Emmerich (2012, Independence Day) is no slouch at helming crowd-pleasing

Children's Cancer in the Rogue Valley

Many children from the Rogue Valley have received treatment at Doernbecher Children's Hospital in Portland. This hospital is a leader in the National Cancer Institute 20-member consortium Phase 1 treatment centers in the United States, and is the only hospital west of the Mississippi to achieve this distinction. During the County Fiscal Year 2010, there were almost 3000 pediatric visits from Jackson County, and over 1300 from Josephine County. The Pacific Northwest (PNW) Kiwanis through the Kiwanis Doernbecher Children's Cancer Program (KDCCP) has supported the Doernbecher Children's Hospital for the past 25 years. KDCCP has led the campaign to establish the Bone Marrow Transplant Program in the early 1990's. Doernbecher continues to be the only provider of pediatric stem cell transplants for cancer patients in Oregon and southwest Washington. As the cancer program grew, so did the mission of KDCCP. In 1999 KDCCP founded the Kiwanis Children's Cancer Fellowship, a program that trains board certified Pediatricians to become the next generation of specialists in children's cancer and blood disorders. To date, the three-year program has graduated eleven pediatric hematologist-oncologists who now practice in all corners of the country. With Kiwanis support, "Kiwanis Fellows" will research therapies and trends in survivorship, gene therapy and neuro-oncology that will change how children are treated for cancer and blood disorders. Despite advances made at Doernbecher and research hospitals like it, there is still work to be done: at least 15 percent of Doernbecher patients will die from their cancer. With this in mind, it is a priority for Doernbecher Children's Hospital, with the support of the Kiwanis Doernbecher' Children's Cancer Program, to maximize the chance of cure and minimize the burden of treatment. Since its beginning, KDCCP has raised over $3 million for the kids at Doernbecher. Last year PNW Kiwanis pledged to raise $500,000 to continue to fund the Kiwanis Children's Cancer Fellowship. All of the local Kiwanis Clubs in the Rogue Valley have been working towards raising these funds with donations, raffles and golf tournaments. They welcome help from the public. Anybody who is interested in this most worthy project can contact their local Kiwanis club. For information, call Dave Wilson at 541899-1934 or Lonnie Johnson at 541-479-4834.

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 11

Sociability
by Linda DeWald
Reminder to Say Thanks
We will give thanks in November on Thanksgiving Day. Lets try to express thanks every day! This article gives you some tips. The Thanks Habit Have you noticed how some people tend to greet you with a gripe they want to share, while others tend to point out something uplifting that brings a smile to your face? Each person develops a habit of mind that contributes to their conversational style. You can cultivate a conversational style that includes thankfulness. Tip: Think of one thing you sincerely appreciate about a person, and when the time feels right be ready to thank them. As example, tell a home gardener how much you enjoy their well-tended yard. Your thanks will contribute to their continued enthusiasm about gardening. When people never receive positive comments they might think, Why bother? Positive reinforcement works wonders! Jacksonville Merchants We are fortunate to have merchants who make a point to express thanks to customers. When I visit Carefree Buffalo, Joe always welcomes me and thanks me for stopping by. He is not taking me for granted, and I feel good buying his wonderful products. Tip 1: Express thanks to our merchants by buying local. That will preserve the vibrancy of our community. Tip 2: Give a shout-out to store owners for civic-minded things they do, like maintaining sidewalk flower boxes. Volunteers Our town is fortunate to have many volunteer groups! Volunteers may not express it, but its human to feel underappreciated at times. Its also human to appreciate people without letting them know. Our volunteers will not know how much you value them unless you tell them. Tip 1: Make the effort to check the Jacksonville Review and jacksonvillereview. com for upcoming events organized by local volunteer groups. Then mark your calendar, and make the time to show up. Tip 2: A simple, Thanks for volunteering! goes a long way. Try that at the cemetery History Saturday events November 12th and December 10th at 10:00 AM. The Friends of Jacksonville Cemetery make top-notch presentations. You will not be disappointed! It is great payback for volunteers when you show up. Its icing on the cake when you give them compliments. Tourists One way to nurture tourism in Jacksonville is to express thanks to our visitors. Tip: During the upcoming Victorian Christmas celebration you can demonstrate you are thankful to those visiting our town. Make an effort with eye contact, a smile, a wave, or friendly comments to express your appreciation. The Workplace Workers get their reward via a paycheck and having a job in this economy. They also look for appreciation and respect, and sometimes thats tough when the spotlight turns to projects that are not going well. Tip: When criticism is needed, start with a positive thought, then couch the negative message. Explain how you are thankful for their good work and be sincere and specific. Then let them know where improvement is needed, and that you want that improvement for their success. We can all use this approach when addressing complaints about city issues, especially by acting with civility in a public forum. Greeting Cards Ive been so pleased to receive thank you cards mailed by my Jacksonville dinner guests. I had assumed this method of thanking hosts had gone by the wayside. Tip 1: Buy a few thank you notes downtown so youll have them ready to send as soon as you return from an event at someones home. Tip 2: Send a greeting card to special friends for their birthdays, or for no special occasion. The cards let them know you are thankful they are in your life. Pay it Forward Years ago I was in a checkout line and embarrassingly found myself one dollar shy of the total I owed. Another customer gave me the dollar. I was shocked a stranger would do that, and so pleased! Recently I saw a girl holding a ten dollar bill staring dejectedly at the $10.99 price tag on a bunch of flowers. I envisioned the flowers were for a special gift. I simply handed her the dollar and she thanked me with great sincerity. I suspect she remembers that moment as fondly as I do. Tip: Think of a kindness someone did for you and be ready to repeat a similar favor to a new person. Words Accepting thanks graciously is an art. When you are thanked, I recommend you say, Youre welcome, which conveys a more heart-felt connection than the casual and somewhat dismissive, No problem. Thank you for reading my column! I would love to hear your suggestions and creative ideas. Please email your story to me at facilitations@charter.net.

Jacksonville Artist Danna Tartaglia moves to Ojai as new Gallery Owner of Trowbridge Gallery
Danna has been planning her move It has been a whirlwind of happy to southern California in recent months activity getting things ready to make the to be near her daughter in Thousand change of ownership from Jeff to Danna. Oaks, CA. Just recently she took a tour Things have moved very fast and without of the area to get a feel for where she a hitch, just as it does when you know would enjoy living and to look for gallery you are where you belong. representation for her oil paintings. Since moving to southern Oregon Serendipity was looking over her eight years ago, this has been where shoulder as she entered the small town Danna belonged. Especially in her job as of Ojai, CA. Her future son-in-law, Dean, manager and resident artist at Carefree was the tour director that day, and knowing that Danna would enjoy living in a smaller town away from the hub-bub of Los Angeles, they took a drive out away from the city. Dannas eyes lit up as they pulled into the artsy town of Ojai. They parked in front of a very interesting shop and went in to chat with the owner about the L-R, Joe Surges, owner of Carefree Buffalo, town. It was suggested Danna Tartaglia and Jeff May that she talk to the artist and gallery owner across the street. Even Buffalo for the past six years. What could though they learned the gallery would be be better for an artist? It has been the closing in a couple of weeks, Danna and perfect place to be. Dean thought it couldnt hurt to talk to And what better preparation for him a bit. owning her own gallery! It is so Jeff Sojka is the artist they met at enlightening to look back at life and see Trowbridge Gallery. Yes, he was closing how each step has taken us to the place the gallery, and he admitted he wasnt sure we are now. it was a good idea to close, but he wanted Danna will be back to visit Jacksonville to spend more time with his 5-year old and will continue to display her wildlife daughter and the gallery was taking him paintings at Carefree Buffalo. Anyone away too much. Danna was taking in the traveling to southern California should energy of the gallery, enjoying the original be sure to stop in and say hello to Danna paintings, talking to Jeff about his art and at Trowbridge Gallery in the heart of her art. Dean had other subjects in mind. It downtown Ojai. didnt take long before the discussions got The gallery website will be updated to very interesting, with the idea of Danna include Dannas art in a few days at taking over the gallery and keeping the www.TrowbridgeArt.com. doors open.

ATA Fall Color Hike Lunch at Troon Vineyard

Applegate Trails Association (ATA) will host a hike in the headwaters of Slagle Creek in the beautiful Applegate Valley, Sunday, November 13. This moderate loop hike will start on the Enchanted Forest Trail. We have permission allowing us to continue on an elaborate private trail system for approximately 3 miles. The private land steward and trail builder will join us and share his knowledge. The Enchanted Forest and the other draws with all the maples should be a spectacular blaze of color. Expect views of Williams and the Applegate Valley accented with those vivid hues of fall. We meet at 9 a.m. at the Applegate Store. From there we can carpool to the trailhead. Troon Vineyard is just a short drive after the hike and is ready to wow us with their food, wine and decor. Check out their menu and wine selection at http://www.troonvineyard.com. It is always appreciated if you would check in with the hike leader by the night before or just show up. Hikers should wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear. Dress in layers that can be removed or added as needed. Remember to bring your camera, water and please leave your pets at home. ATA is creating new trails and preserving historical paths for hiking, mountain biking and equestrians. Our aim is to connect this trails system in the Applegate to Grants Pass and Jacksonville with the proposed Jack-Ash Trail (from Jacksonville to Ashland). Check out our website at http:// www.applegatetrails.org. Your support is most appreciated. For more information contact the hike leader, David Calahan; 541-899-1226 or dpcalahan@live.com.

Page 12

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Clayfolk Show & Sale

by Robert Johnson

more

Love your Landscape

by Adam Haynes
Fall is a Great Time to Plant!
easonally speaking, this is a great time of year to plant trees and shrubs because it provides roots ample time to get established before Spring and the new growth that comes with it. When a plant goes dormant during the winter months, energy transfer occurs at the root levelthe better and more extensive the root system, the healthier the plant will be during the growing season. Most know that plant roots gather nutrients and the bulk of water intake. By planting in Fall or early Winter, as opposed to Spring, the plant will be less stressed in its growing season because of the head start the root system gets during the winter months. Here in the Rogue Valley, we experience a significant dry season with several months with little or no precipitation. The biggest advantage of planting in the fall to early winter is the timing with our rainy season - once the rain begins, the need to water your new trees or shrubs is taken care of by Mother Nature. In the event of an abnormally dry winter, I recommend keeping a hose handy and hand-watering. The importance of the first two or three growing seasons for any plant is vital. A plants first dormant season is important for

Feats of clay by several Jacksonville over 130 ceramic artists, area clay artists will tempt holiday still primarily from Southern Oregon shoppers at the Clayfolk Show and Sale and Northern California, but also from on November 18th, 19th, and 20ththe Roseburg, Eugene, Corvallis, Bend, weekend before Thanksgiving. Its Portland, and beyond. As the name of the largest pottery show in our region, the group implies, all Clayfolk members says Clayfolk president Shirley Huft. work in claya medium that lends Our show is where you itself to a wide spectrum can easily find those hardof techniques and to-find holiday gifts. She temperatures, ranging from adds, The hard part will be raku pots with metallicmaking choices! Indeed, the luster glazes that mature event will feature a variety at a relatively cool 1800 of functional and whimsical degrees, up the temperature work by more than 60 artists scale to earthenware, who are always delighted to stoneware, and translucent answer questions or just talk porcelain pieces that about their work. vitrify at the white-hot Expect to find some items temperature of the stars. priced at less than $10and Aside from its guild some much more. Indeed, a concerns, Clayfolk uses few unique sculptural pieces a portion of sales at the and large decorative platters Jacksonville Artist, Ray Foster November show to fund the will go home with shoppers willing to Ellice T. Johnston Scholarshiphonoring pay a few hundred dollars for clay art one of the groups founders. The items that capture their hearts. Yet not scholarship is awarded annually to a everything will have a price tag: The show student studying the ceramic arts. In will also feature music, demonstrations, addition, through donations of time and a kids clay area. And with luck, you and pottery pieces, Clayfolk members just may win a gift certificate you can support Empty Bowls, a project that raises apply to purchases of artwork. funds for local hunger programs. The The photos online at JacksonvilleReview. organization also purchases books about com, illustrate the range of work you'll ceramics for the local library system. see. As you browse the show, look for Clayfolk welcomes new Jacksonville artists, including Dennis membersanyone working in the Meiners, Brian Christoffersen, John clay arts, from students and hobbyists Dodero, Juyle Lennert, Susan and Steve to professional ceramists. Further Casaleggio, and Ray Foster. For a more information about membership, is extensive preview, visit a gallery of available on the Clayfolk Web site: Clayfolk members work online at www.clayfolk.org/joinus.htm. www.clayfolk.org/gallery.htm. This years Clayfolk Show and Sale will The Clayfolk group began in the midbe held at the Medford Armory, easily 70s as a small potters guild in Southern accessible from I-5 at the South Medford Oregon, organized to share ideas about exit. Doors will open on Friday, November hand-crafting techniques, glazing, firing, 18th, at 4pm, closing at 9pm. The event and marketing. Today that group has continues on Saturday from 10am-7pm, and grown into an organization representing ends its run on Sunday from 10am-4pm.

online

the roots to grow strong. Amending the soil when planting new trees or shrubs is a great idea and provides the best environment for the roots to flourish. Adding organic soil amendment to the native dirt is helpful for maximum root growth. Remember to mulch the top layer of new planting with 2 to 3 inches of mulch, keeping the mulch away from the trunk. Bulbs are another great thing to plant in the fall to early winter, too. Finally, for turf areas, now is the time to apply a winter fertilizer and to aerate your lawns to remove thatch for a thick, lush green lawn next Spring! Adam Haynes is the owner of Artisan Landscapes, Inc. He can be reached at 541.292.3285 or adam@artisanlandscapesinc. com. See also, www.artisanlandscapesinc.com

Jacksonville Boosters Club News

The Jacksonville Boosters were honored to be a part of another successful Meet the Pioneers at the Historic Cemetery in October. Boosters were represented both on stage as Pioneers and backstage as ticket takers, guides and stage hands. Congratulations to the Friends of Jacksonvilles Historic Cemetery and its President and show director Dirk Siedlecki for another terrific presentation. And we want to thank Octobers guest speaker Angela Warren, the Britt Festivals Director of Performing Arts, for her enlightening presentation on Britts future plans. Her discussion and Q&A whetted everyones musical appetites for the coming season. The Boosters are finishing our annual Membership Drive, and encourage all members to renew memberships as quickly as possible. New members are most welcome. Call Steve Casaleggio at 541-899-2029 to renew or become a new member. Boosters meet on the second Monday of each month at 10:00am at Old City Hall. Visitors are welcome to enjoy refreshments, featured speakers and entertainment programs. Curious residents are encouraged to join in the fun. The next meeting is November 14. For information, call 541-899-5574.

POTTERY SHOW & SALE

PenelopeDews IreneStephens TerryInokuma

Chamber Chat
by The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
Welcome to the monthly Chamber Chat! Take a moment, sit down with the Review and get up-to-date on Chamber activities. This month kicks-off the holidays in Jacksonville. The events ahead are some of our town's favorites! Denim and Diamonds, Jail Break Party, the Chamber's annual fundraising party and auction is this month! A $15 ticket at the door, which includes one free drink ticket, is all you need for the Saturday, November 5th event. There is still time to plan on attending! We all had a great time last year and once again, we have some great auction items to offer. Thanks to so many of you for your generosity. Held at the Children's Museum (appropriately, the Old County Jail!) it should be fun for everyone. This event is an important annual fund raiser for the Chamber. Next is the Victorian Christmas kick-off. The evening parade and tree lighting is December 2nd and the town will come alive for the next three weeks with carolers in Victorian dress, a town crier, wagon rides, Father Christmas, and weekend entertainment as well as merchants all decked-out for the holidays. A reminder, merchants: if you have not yet made plans for your store dcor, please remember that our holiday lights can be turned on November 21st (they must be turned off by Jan. 13th). The volunteers at the fire department may still have greens available. Greens, bows, and lights in the downtown core area help us all put on our best for the Victorian Christmas season. An exciting change this year is our new location for the Christmas tree. It's new home will be on the corner of California and 3rd, in front of the North Pole and Santa's door! It will have a safe home atop the covered well, which also offers great visibilityshould be a great location and we are looking forward to it. While these events are in the works, the Chamber has been busy fine-tuning some other business items. The new Jacksonville Rack Cards are ready to print and will offer visitors a new bright and updated card on our town. They will replace the older rack cards in the Visitors Center as well as offer a better card for mailing and promotion in other towns. Thanks to Arlis Duncan, our Chamber President, and the gang for all their work! The Chamber invites you to join us at our monthly general meetings, at the Bella Union. Held the second Thursday of each month at 5:30 pm, we offer a relaxed, and informative time to socialize and connect with the business community. See you November 10th! For information on the Jacksonville Chamber or to join, please contact the visitors center at 185 N Oregon St., or call the office at 541-8998118. chamber@jacksonvilleoregon.org. See ads for "Denim & Diamonds" and "Victorian Christmas" on page 8.

ShirleyUsher

November 18, 19, 20

Friday 4pm9pm Saturday 10am7pm Sunday 10am4pm

The Medford Armory

BobJohnson SusanRoden

1701 S. Pacific Hwy (Hwy 99)

FREE ADMISSION
Over 60 Artists Showing Demonstrations Children & Adult Clay Play Area
Cheryl Kempner

www.clayfolk.org

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 13

Garden of the Month

by Kay Faught
My Neighbor's Garden
ts amazing how a garden can turn a house into a home! I rarely feature a commercial garden, but Kathleen and Raul Cardenas have made an amazing difference sprucing-up our downtown core with their garden surrounding their home-business. Raul and Kathleens fairy tale journey to Jacksonville began two years ago, but thats a story for another column! On a road trip through Oregon, they found our small town with friendly people and deer wandering through front yards, and immediately fell in love with Jacksonville. It reminded them of their early days in their hometown of Santa Barbara. In no time, the couple had leased a perfect location for Raul's business Renaissance Upholstery at the corner of California & 5th Street. Soon, they moved lock, stock, and upholstery tools in. What was intended as a temporary living space became a full time home. Today, they cant imagine moving, especially after completely turning around the gardens! Their first garden project was cleaning up the front areas facing 5th and California Streets. Most of the work included watering and nurturing ignored plants, adding color annuals, a Japanese maple, filling planter boxes and converting the neglected front to a welcoming eye-catching corner of town. In no time, the lavender edging along the sidewalk was trimmed-up, overgrown pavers were cleared and annuals were planted in urns by the azaleas on the front porch. Two wicker chairs and a table tucked under a tree by the front corner has changed the front into a welcoming garden for those who stroll by. With the front of the home and front garden areas predominantly businessoriented, the only place Kathleen and Raul found to enjoy morning coffee was the back dining room with a window overlooking the back yard. Unfortunately, the back yard was a pile of dirt and rocks with a lone butterfly bush in the corner. The window only allowed a bit of sunshine in, so French doors were added to flood the room in sunlight the addition served to draw their attention outside which led to the creation of a back-of-the-house garden escape! Raul brought in sod and installed a rustic brick patio off the French doors. An area that had been a sloping dirt pile toward the side of the garage was then defined and edged with added brick and unearthed granite stones. Then, three brick steps down the side of the slope were added, creating a beautifully-sloped
more online

by Pamela Sasseen, Hanley Farm Volunteer

What a thrill it was to watch the Hanley Festival, where even more scarecrows were team thresh the wheat! Our next task created! That was definitely fun. Have you was to press and bale the hay. The straw wondered about scarecrows, where they press Hanley Farm uses to complete this come from, who created them? task dates back to the late 1880s, possibly I learned that scarecrows could be traced early 1900s. John Casad, of the Hanley back 2500 years! Legend has it that the Historical Farming Committee, told me Greeks made a wooden scarecrow, carved the press was rebuilt in 2000 and was to look like Priapus, the son of the goddess originally stored at Givens Ranch. Aphrodite. Even The Farming Committee received though he was the son permission from the County, who of a goddess, he was owns the press, to store it at Hanley apparently very ugly! Farm, thus making it available for In fact, when he played public use. The small, box-type in the vineyards, the presses were once powered by teams vineyard keepers of horses walking in a circle, pulling noticed that the birds the sweep-arm drive used to power the did not bother their crops. So they more belt that pushes the plunger into the made statues that looked like unit. In this case, one horse, Kimber Priapus, and painted them purple online Souths Belgian, Rex, provided the and put a club in one hand, and a horse power required to operate our sickle in the other, to enhance his press. The hay is first hauled to the press dangerous appearance! and forked in the bale chamber by hand. In 1600, European settlers began to settle in The belt-driven drive pushes a plunger North America and brought with them the into the baler, compressing the hay. Once use of human bird-scarers to guard their the bale reaches the right size, wooden crops. The scarers might howl and shout blocks are dropped into the chamber, if crows came near the crop, or perhaps and wire or twine is manually threaded throw stones to scare them away. Eventually, and tied around the bale. These early hay during the 1800s, German farmers built presses did make a significant difference a human-looking scarecrow called in the amount of labor needed to bale the bootzamon, or bogeyman. These creations hay, but it still took plenty of workers to resemble our modern day bogeymen in operate the press and to tend to the horses use to protect our crops today! providing the power! Operating our press Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! required at least one person to tend the And we invite you join in the Christmas horse, several workers to fork the hay into festivities we have planned for you at the bale chamber, a couple more to place the farm. Warm cider, good friends, and the wooden blocks, four people to manually happy times await you. thread the wire, and another one or two For more information about Hanley Farm to stack the finished bale, weighing 200 or upcoming events, call us at 541-773-2675; pounds or more! e-mail us at hanleyfarm@sohs.org; visit us onHave you noticed the scarecrows lining line at www.sohs.org/properties/hanley-farm; the fence at Hanley Farm? Participants or check out our Hanley Farm Facebook page! in our September scarecrow-making Hanley Farm, owned and operated by the workshop, held the same day we pressed Southern Oregon Historical Society, is located the straw, made those scarecrows. Later, on at 1053 Hanley Road, between Jacksonville October 15, we celebrated our Scarecrow and Central Point.

Focus on the Farm

planting bed! A gravel walkway along the new slope was added that showedoff the sloping bed and created another garden bed at the base of the garage wall. Kathleen placed twin trellises of honeysuckle up the side of the garage and the rest of the garage wall became the backdrop to antique shelves and an old lantern. Some other items in their garden collection became wall art, as well. One bed is planted with a happy mix of bright zinnias, lilies, and marigolds. There is no plan both say, they just plant what makes them happy. A love of Mexican colors is evident throughout the back yard with oranges, yellows, and pinks that pop-out among a huge blanket of soft, deep thyme. Miniature evergreens stabilize the bed to add continuity and a solid backdrop. Kathleen and Raul missed fruit trees so added 12 of them along the creek. Raul mentioned that after planting fruit trees, there was a deer party that night... forcing him to immediately fence the new trees! Raul and Kathleen love rocks so when an entire pile of old millstones was discovered after they moved in, Raul began integrating them into his garden design. When viewing their garden, you will see interesting puzzle-like structures that change with his whims - personal and artistic touches to the Cardenas garden. The millstones offer a chance to create puzzles from stone which Raul changes often to form new, abstract designs. The couple expressed only one gardening frustration: learning the hard way about the weather and what could make it through the winter here... notably tomatillos and peppers! One household joke is the hydrangea that was moved three times before finding the right spot! Back in Santa Barbara, Raul had professional gardeners maintain their yard. But here, gardening and yard work is a new past-time for Raul and one Kathleen is enjoying, as well. Although they are slowly creating privacy by strategically planting, both enjoy the interaction with people who walk by their home and say hello and stop to talk over the fence. Their favorite time to unwind and enjoy their back yard garden is after work hours when they can enjoy the peace and tranquility of small town life with a glass of wine on the back patio. I am so glad they are part of it all! Kay is the owner of Blue Door Garden Store, located at 155 N Third St. Specializing in paraphernalia for the home gardener; she carries garden gifts, decor, and a wide variety of pots, tools, gloves, and organic products.

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Goes Rogue by Spring Air, Inc.

You may have heard recently that the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition crew with Ty, Paige, and Paul came to town and surprised a local family with the shout that everyone knows, Good Morning McPhail family! C.J. and Lindsay McPhail have sacrificed so much for the community to start the Southern Oregon chapter of the Sparrow Club. The Sparrow Club assists local children with serious medical conditions. After moving from the Rogue Valley, their own children had been diagnosed with autism. They were forced to move back to the family ranch to tend to their own childrens needs. The community now had a chance to give back to the McPhails, and the community stepped up. With help from the community, Ark Built Renovations built the McPhail family a home that will be much safer for them. From the donations of materials, to hours of hard labor, volunteers were able to build the home in just 130 hours. It was amazing to see the love that poured out from all the volunteers and professionals working together to complete the project on-time. Spring Air was proud to be a part of such a monumental project for a very deserving family. It was an amazing experience that helped Spring Air grow as a company and as individuals. Everyone came together and really stepped-up to the challenge and donated their time, blood, and sweat by installing the whole HVAC system in less than 24 hours!

Page 14

For more things Jacksonville Review The to do: JacksonvilleReview.com

November 2011

CALENDAR - NOVEMBER 2011

Almondtree Baking Co.
Artisan Baked Goods 541-702-2081 p. 33 310 California Street* Pizza, Pasta, Burgers 541-899-1770 p. 18 170 W California Street* www.bellau.com Locally-inspired gourmet casual 541-261-7638 p. 5 230 E C Street* Bistro & Wine Bar 541-899-1942 p. 9 240 E California Street*
7 So. Oregon Artist Resource (SOAR) Art Event Calendar. See ad page 11. 7 November-January: YANG Yu EXHIBIT AT LAN GALLERY. See article on page 8. 7 Begins November 1: JACKSONVILLE GARDEN CLuB HOLIDAY GREENS PRE-SALE. See ad on page 8. 7 Friday, November 4, 7:00pm: THE ACCIDENTAL ENSEMBLE, Naversen Room at the Jacksonville Library. Concert is free but a $5 contribution is suggested and appreciated!
7 Saturday, November 5, 7:00-10:00pm: DENIM & DIAMONDS JAILBReAK PARTy AND AuCTION, benefit for Jacksonville Chamber, Children's Museum (Old County Jail). See ad on page 8 and "Chamber Chat" on page 12. 7 Thursday, November 10, 5:30pm: CHAMBER MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING, second Thursday of each month at Bella Union. See "Chamber Chat"on page 12. 7 Friday, November 11, 7:00pm: CLASSIC MOVIE NIGHT AT OLD CITY HALL, "Central Park" and "Hallelujah, Im a Bum. See article on page 9. 7 Saturday, November 12, 10:00-11:30am: HISTORY SATuRDAY, Jacksonville Historic Cemetery. Pg. 7 7 Saturday, November 12, Noon-4:00pm: JHS BEEKMAN HOuSE TOuRS. See article on page 7. 7 Saturday, November 12, 7:00-10:00pm: HARLEM AMBASSADORS, sponsored by Jacksonville/ Applegate Rotary. See article on page 8. 7 Thursday, November 17, 6:00-8:00pm: JACKSONVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT 'READYBOOK' CLASS. See article on page 6. 7 November 18-20: CLAYFOLK, Medford Armory. See article and ad on page 12. 7 November 20, 11:00am-5:00pm: uNCORKED FALL BARREL TOuR. See ad and article on page 22 & 23. 7 November 20, 11:00am-5:00pm: METAL ARTIST CHERYL D. GARCIA 'RED MIGRATION,' Red Lily Vineyards. See ads on page 4 & 21. 7 November 30: DECEMBER 2011 JACKSONVILLE REVIEW DOLLAR DAY, $1 for advance copy of December 2011 issue, to benefit Food & Friends. See ad on page 5. 7 December 2: JACKSONVILLE CHAMBER'S VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION. Parade December 2 at 6:00pm. Weekends through December 18. See article on page 8 and ad on page 35. 7 December 2-24: WINTERFEST AT BIGHAM KNOLL. See article on page 9 and ad on page 16.

D I N I N G

Bella Union

C Street Bistro

Dj Vu at McCully House

Frau Kemmling Schoolhaus Brewhaus

German Fare - Great Beer! 541-899-1000 p. 36 525 Bigham Knoll* www.fraukemmling.com Great Locavore Grill! 541-899-1829* 690 N. Fifth Street www.garywest.com Fine Dining 541-899-8699 235 W. Main Street www.gogis.net

Gary West Meats

p. 36

Gogis

Jacksonville Friends of the Library Annual Christmas Book Sale December 10th & 11th

Martin Majkut
Music Director

Alive and gorgeous the sound of symphony

p. 14

Good Bean

Gourmet Coffee, Sandwiches, Soups & Salads 541-899-8740 165 S. Oregon Street www.goodbean.com Formal Dining or Casual Bistro Wine shop with over 2,000 wines! 541-899-1900 p. 21 175 E. California Street* www.jacksonvilleinn.com Classic Mexican Cuisine 541-899-4450 150 S. Oregon Street* www.lafiestajville.com On the Applegate River 541-899-1101 p. 33 9045 Upper Applegate Road* Breakfast & Lunch 541-899-2977 130 N. Fifth Street*

Jacksonville Inn

G U I D E

La Fiesta

The Jacksonville Friends of the Library is sponsoring their annual Christmas Book Sale on December 10 & 11, in the Naversen Room of the library at 320 W. "C" Street. On Saturday, December 10th, the hours for the members presale are 9-10am and 10am-4pm for the general public. On Sunday, December 11th, the sale will run from 12-4pm. There will be lots of Christmasthemed books, as well as books suitable for Christmas giving, including some first editions. Please come early for best selection of books on a variety of subjects. All book sale proceeds are used to fund expanded library hours! Please bring book donations to the library during open hours or call Richard Avery at 541 702-2114 if you need a pick-up.

Baroque & Classical Gems

Sounds of the Season

with Martin Majkut, Music Director

Holiday Concert 2011

December 2 Grants Pass December 3 Ashland December 9 & 10 Medford

All performances start at 7:30pm Adults $28 Students $5

541-552-6398
CHRISTOPHER BRISCOE PHOTOGRAPY

TICKETS

or www.rvsymphony.org

McKee Bridge Restaurant

T HIS M ONTH AT T HE B ELLA

Mustard Seed

p. 21

NOVEMBER
* Seasonal Outdoor Seating

Pony Espresso

Coffee, Breakfast & Lunch Now serving Beer & Wine! 541-899-3757 p. 3 545 N. 5th Street* Fresh, Authentic Thai Cuisine 541-899-3585 p. 35 215 W. California Street www.thaihousejville.com

4&5 11 & 12 18 & 19 25 & 26

THE RHYTHM KINGS GREAT MINDS UNPLUGGED T HE ROBBIE DECOSTA TRIO PAUL JENNY & TOM FREEMAN
HAVE
A WONDERFUL

Thai House

Ad clients in this issue appear on this guide as a courtesy of The Jacksonville Review.

See our online dining guide at JacksonvilleReview.com

THANKSGIVING

HOLIDAY!

170 WEST CALIFORNIA STREET, JACKSONVILLE 899-1770

November 2011

Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

Page 15

Specialty Cheese

Classic Local Wines

Rays Jacksonville 401 North 5th Street

Fresh Free Range or Organic Turkey

Shop Local!
More than ever, our independent business owners in Jacksonville need our support. You can help preserve our vibrant historic town by doing your holiday shopping, dining, lodging and entertaining right here in Jacksonville! This holds true when you need services like dental, chiropractic, senior services, hair & nails, massage, flowers, pet care, insurance, financial planning, real estate, etc. Almost everything you need is here in Jacksonville...just look for it in the pages of our paper or on our website. Supporting our businesses supports our town! Happy Holidays from the Review!

(541) 899-1262 Store Hours: 6 am - 9 pm www.gorays.com

www.JacksonvilleReview.com
5th Street Flowers A French BouTEAque Blue Door Garden Store Carefree Buffalo Cheryl D. Garcia MetalWorks Creators Gallery Crown Jewel Cycle Analysis Farmhouse Treasures Gary West Meats Jacksonville Company Jacksonville Inn Gift Shop Jacksonville Mercantile La Bohme Pico's Pot Rack Renaissance Design Rolling Hills Alpaca Boutique Scheffels Toys Silver Lining Jewelry

Great Gifts

Almondtree Baking Co. Bella Union C Street Bistro Deja Vu Restaurant Daisy Creek Nails Essentielle Skincare Good Bean Gogis Jacksonville Inn JoyFull Yoga La Fiesta McKee Bridge Restaurant Mustard Seed Paw Spa Pony Espresso Frau Kemmling Brewhaus Segway Spa Jacksonville Thai House

Gift Certificates

Caprice Vineyards Daisy Creek Vineyards Fiasco Vineyards Jacksonville Inn Wineshop Red Lily Vineyards Serra Vineyards Schmidt Family Vineyards South Stage Cellars Valley View Winery

Wine

Lodging
lan Guest Suites Jacksonville Inn Magnolia Inn TouVelle House Wine Country Inn

Community Giving
Send donations to: Food & Friends P.O. Box 3275, Central Point, OR 97502

Page 16

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Bigham Knoll
WINTERFEST
Dec 2 to Dec 24

November 2011

Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

Freel March:Freel

10/12/11

11:42 AM

Page 1

Page 17

View Lots For Sale

PR IC E RE D UC ED

There is in the no psychiatrista dog world like face licking your

Veterinary Care That Comes To Your Home!
Dr. Susan Konecny mobile 541-261-9641 office 541-858-8000
Schedule an appointment online!
We offer a wide range of veterinary services from preventative care to end of life solutions. Home Pet Vet is perfect for anyone from busy pet owners to elderly with limited mobility. Our house call service is convenient for you and less stressful for your pet. We offer early evening and flexible appointment times in your home or in our mobile clinic.

GRANITE RIDGE
Take California St S. Oregon Applegate Granite Ridge

1/2 mile to downtown Jacksonville Prices Starting at $169,000 $149,000 .40 to .61 Acre Lots City Services
Broker has ownership interest in property

Old Stage Real Estate, llc

Jeanne Freel 541-821-2938 jmfreel1@earthlink.net

w w w. H o m e P e t Ve t . n e t

WildlifeImagesRehabilitation&EducationCenters

Join SANTA CLAUS at

5th Annual OPEN HOUSE

Friday&Saturday,November25th&26th

10am4pm

Theeventfeaturesselfguided toursatnocostforchildrenand 1/2priceforadults. Ourgiftshopischockedfull withfuntoys,books anduniquegiftsforeveryone onyourlist!

WildlifeImages Rehabilitation&Education Centerinvitesyou toshareintheir 5thAnnualOPENHOUSE!

Michael Flaherty Owner & Designer

(541) 840-3360 www.veridiandesigns.com

HOLIDAY DCOR IS BRIMMING COME CELEBRATE!

4th Annual... "

behind the BLUEDOOR

...at the BlueDoor

Holiday
in the

throughout November December throughout November &and December

Garden "

Dont Miss This Magical

AttentionWildlifeImagesMembers! Arriveat9:00amwithyourmembership cardandyou,yourfriendsandfamily willgetinearly!
ForMoreInformationvisitourwebsite www.WildlifeImages.orgorcall541.476.0222
11845LowerRiverRoad|GrantsPass,OR97526

Visit the garden...enjoy holiday ...visit the garden and shopping and unique gifts galore!
enjoy holiday shopping Snickerdoodles & Snickerdoodles and Hot Cider every Hot Cider every Friday and Saturday Friday and Saturday throughout the throughout the season! season!

Holiday Experience!

phone: 541.899.3242 | 155 north 3rd street | jacksonville, or 97530

phone: 541.899. 3242 | 155 nor th 3rd street | jacksonvil le, or 97530

Page 18

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Oysters n Ale
Join us in the Bella Saloon & Patio every Thursday for the best deal in town - free beer tastings & 75 BBQ Oysters!
3: Cascade Lakes 10: Big Sky 17: Three Creeks 24: Closed for Thanksgiving

Patient-Centered

Comfort Care

November
LITTLE TOUCHES THAT MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE

The Bella Union presents...

OAI produces the highest quality scans utilizing the most diverse selection of MRI and PET/CT technology in the region. In addition to the best technology, we offer patients a friendly and comfortable scanning experience.

Lunch Monday through Saturday Sunday Brunch dinner & Cocktails nightly

Quality Clarity Precision Comfort

ACR accredited MRI and PET imaging

PerfeCT fOr aLL Of yOUr CaTering needS ! Call 541/899-1770 or jessica@bellau.com

TWO CONVENIENT MEDFORD LOCATIONS: 881 OHare Pkwy at Navigator Landing Providence Medford Medical Center

170 W. California St. Jacksonville bellau.com 899-1770

541.608.0350 www.oaimaging.com

LEADING IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IN OUR REGION

green IDEA
after another

one brilliant

Open 7 days a week from 11am to 5pm

Celebrating our love for Southern Oregon & the amazing fruit grown in the Applegate Valley. We invite you to come share a glass of wine & enjoy the view. 222 Missouri Flat Road Grants Pass, OR 97527 541.450.9873 www.serravineyard.com

we make it easy to be green

Kathy H October 2011:Kathy H September

10/21/11

11:09 AM

November 2011

Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

Page 1

Page 19

W
Scan for more pictures
505 N. 5th St, Jacksonville, OR 97530 541-899-2000

Investors Marketplace, Inc.

LD SO
3390 Ross Lane, Jacksonville Area
Beautiful vintage home built in 1925 on 5.7 acres. Views! 3.3 acres irrig.

OLD S
265 Surrey Drive Jacksonville
Spectacular 3800 sq.ft. custom built contemporary home in Coachman Hills with amazing views on .96 acre. Magnificent master suite on main level. 997 sq.ft. three car garage/shop.

1657 & 1658 Old Stage Road, Jacksonville Area

55 acre Ranch with irrigation. Fantastic view property with 2 great homes. 8180 sq. ft. 19 stall barn with indoor restroom and hot and cold wash rack. 8064 sq. ft. covered arena. Vineyard/Winery possibilities!

2831 Lapine Avenue, Central Point

Charming ranch home just outside Jacksonville, in Jacksonville elementary school district on .6 acre. Views, artist's studio, 1300 Sq. ft. workshop.

$439,900

$749,000

$1,499,900

$289,900

LD O

PE

ING ND
views on .67 acres in Jacksonville Elementary School District. 2 car garage, 2 car carport and shop.

1660 Pair-a-dice Ranch Road Jacksonville

Lovely contemporary ranch home on .92 acres with fantastic views. Hardwood floors throughout. Gorgeous gardens. 2 master suites

$319,900

2100 sq.ft. ranch style home on 6.29 acres overlooking the Rogue Valley. 4 car garage/shop with carport and 2 car garage with carport, inground pool, seasonal pond.

1545 Old Stage, Jacksonville area

Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath home with

2803 Oakridge Ave. Central Point

155 and 165 S. Oregon St., Jacksonville

Incredible Historic building in downtown Jacksonville, currently leased to Good Bean Coffee, a long term tenant. One of Jacksonville's favorite gathering places.

$339,900

$236,900

$399,900

LA N D !

LA N D !

LA N D !

1100 and 1104 S. Third St., Jacksonville - $159,900

Beautiful 1.06 acre in city limits. Includes 2 separate tax lots with utilities.

85 acres - $450,000 Livingston Road

Established homesite w/small house, well, septic & underground power. Measure 49 homesite authorization potential for 2 addl homesites.

5 acres - $299,900 Placer Hill Drive

Nestled above Jacksonville in Vista Wood Ranch. Undergroung utilities, paved road, fabulous mountain and city views.

Cookware, Gadgets and Gifts You Cant Find Anywhere Else.

Find the Perfect Gift

LA N D !

5 acres - $149,900 Upper Applegate Road

Close to Applegate Lake. Potential owner financing. Small fractional interest in small recreational lot on the river.

Page 20

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011
ww Se Dow w. nior nlo an D a gu r i d o sd ve ur riv rs fr ing b ee se ook rvi le ce t .co m

DID SOMEBODY KISS A FROG?

Being part of the game is the ultimate goal

Dont miss a minute of the action

Having company for the holidays?

Time has a way of turning unattractive to chic.

Subaru owners of the 70s have kissed their old vehicles goodbye and fallen in love again with todays Subaru Outback, Legacy, Impreza, Forester and Tribeca.

Book your room reservations early!

Primary Color Palette Primary Color Official Angus Plaid www.magnolia-inn.com Palette

Angus Driving Service is a member-based car service for people who no longer drive but still have plenty of places to go, like their grandkids soccer game. Angus provides an unlimited number of round-trip rides each month for a set fee. So if your goal is to witness all of your grandkids winning goals, Angus will take you there or anywhere else youd like to go.

ANGUS CAR SERVICEBRAND GUIDELINE PROPOSED COLOR STORY ANGUS CAR SERVICEBRAND GUIDELINE PROPOSED COLOR SERVICEBRAND GUIDELINE PROPOSED COLOR STORY ANGUS CAR STORY ANGUS CAR SERVICEBRAND GUIDELINE PROPOSED COLOR STORY

245 N. 5th Street

541-899-0255

www.angusdrivingservice.com 541.779.8600 800.267.3242

Gift Certificates Available

PMS 648 PMS 341

Main brand colors to be used in visual communication, to guide environmental and web design.

Main brand colors to be used in visual communication, Main brand colors to be used in visual communication, brand colors to be used in visual communication, Main Used to graphically represent the official Angus brand family tartan. graphically represent the official Angus brand family tartan. to graphically represent the official Angus brand family tartan. represent the official Angu Used to Used Used to graphically to guide environmental and web design. to guide environmental and web design. to guide environmental and web design.

Primary distance Primary Color Palette Official Angus Plaid Official going the Color Palette for generations Angus Plaid

Official Angus Plaid

PMS Warm Gray 9

PMS 648

PMS 341

PMS Warm Gray 9

PMS 648

PMS 341

PMS Warm Gray 9

PMS 648

PMS 341

PMS Warm Gray 9

Accent Color Palette

Secondary brand colors, used sparingly for accent in design in support of primary color scheme.

Accent Color Palette Official Angus Fonts Secondary brand colors, used sparingly for accent
in design in support of primary color scheme.

Accent Color Palette Accent Color Palette Official Angus Fonts Official Angus Fonts Secondary brand colors, used sparingly for accent Secondary brand colors, used sparingly for accent
in design in support of primary color scheme.

Official Angus Fonts

Sabon Bold

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz PMS 113 PMS 646 PMS 485 Metallic Silver abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Sabon Bold

in design in support of primary color scheme.

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
PMS 113 PMS abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 646 PMS 485

Sabon Bold

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz PMS 113 PMS 485

Sabon Bold

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Sabon Bold Italic

PMS 646

PMS 113

PMS 485

Metallic Silver
Visual cornerstone to the brand. Whenever possible, substitue Warm Gray 9 with PMS Metallic Silver 8401.

sabon small caps

Visual cornerstone to the brand. Whenever possible, substitue Warm Gray 9 with PMS Metallic Silver 8401. Sabon Roman

Helvetica Neue (all)

PMS 8401 Metallic PMS 8401 Metallic

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Daisy
PMS 646

Sabon Bold Italic

Sabon Bold Italic

Sabon Bold Italic

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Visual cornerstone to the brand. Whenever possible, Visual cornerstone to the brand. Whenever possible, substitue Warm Gray 9 with PMS Metallic Silver 8401. substitue Warm Gray 9 with PMS Metallic Silver 8401. Sabon Roman Sabon Roman

Metallic Silver abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

sabon small caps

Metallic Silver abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

sabon small caps

sabon small caps Sabon Roman

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Helvetica Neue (all)

PMS 8401 Metallic

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Helvetica Neue (all)

PMS 8401 Metallic

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

Helvetica Neue (all)

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

open

Creek
For Men & Women

70 Subaru 360 Van

12 Subaru Outback

70 Subaru 360 Truck

Youre invited to test drive the entire line of royalty offered at:

190 E. Califor nia St. - Jacksonville 541 899 5611

Nail Spa & Waxing Boutique

3103 Bidddle Rd. Medford, OR.

541-326-0957 www.sosubaru.com

Jacksonville Company
Where style meets elegance.
155 West California Street Jacksonville www.jacksonvillecompany.com

November 2011

Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

Page 21

(photo by Jim Craven)

A celebration of the sculpture of metal artist Cheryl D. Garcia. November 20th 12:00 - 5:00 pm at Red Lily Vineyards.

Join us at the Fall UnCorked Barrel Tour from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm on Saturday November 20th. For more details: www.applegatewinetrail.com.
Red Lily Vineyards 11777 Hwy. 238 Jacksonville, OR (541) 846-6800 www.redlilyvineyards.com

Soups On!

$5 Soup & 1/2 Sandwich

Always Homemade!

Open Tues - Sun, 7am - 2pm Breakfast Served All Day Sunday

130 N. 5th, Jacksonville 541-899-2977

Our Wine Shop has Southern Oregons best prices on over 2,000 wines!

Fine dining in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere! Book your holiday parties now! Holiday gift cards make the perfect gift!

175 E. California Street Jacksonville, OR

For lodging or dining reservations: (541)899-1900 or (800)321-9344

Jacksonville Inn & Wine Shop

Page 22

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 23

or local wine lovers, good things are in Valley, emerged from the bottle with totally unique storemake that in-barrel on November 20 characteristics and tastes. during the Applegate Valley UnCorked Fall Newcomer, Serra Vineyards, owned by the Braden Barrel Tour. Spend the day sipping and sampling wines & Fernandes families will also make its fall tour debut from the barrelbefore they are bottled and released this year. After purchasing the 75-acre Applegate Red to the masses! UnCorked presents a chance for you Vineyard in 2009, Braden has added 13 new acres of to get a sneak peak of soon-to-be bottled wines, get to Tempranillo and Malbec grapes. During UnCorked, know your local winemakers and catch a glimpse of visitors will note construction stakes above the existing life behind the scenes at your favorite wineries. The tasting roomits the site of a planned 3800 square foot event is held the weekend tasting room scheduled to before Thanksgiving break ground next spring. and provides a chance to Serras marketing director sample and purchase wines Liz Wan says plans are for your holiday dinners now firmed-up for a and parties. UnCorked is greener, sustainablenon-competitive theres type of tasting room, no judging, no medals possibly utilizing solar and no stressits a time panels or wind turbines, for winemakers and wine reclaimed metal options lovers to celebrate local and as much recycled wine together. material as possible. In For only $39, youll get the meantime, UnCorked a pass to visit 15+ wineries fans will utilize the from 11 am-5 pm and taste Dave Palmer of Fiasco Vineyards existing tasting room and wines before anyone else! mingle on a newly-built In addition to tasting, the wineries will be sampling a picnic patio with stunning Applegate Valley views. newly bottled release thats paired with a great appetizer. Serra will serve a new release 2008 Pinot Noir and offer UnCorked follows the picturesque Applegate Wine barrel samples of their 2009 Pinot Noir. Dick Braden Trail, stretching from the outskirts of Jacksonville to the remarked, "Uncorked is a great example of why the Grants Pass border. These are the wines the Applegate wine region in Southern Oregon is set for success we vintners will be bottling and releasing soon, says Mike focus on making the good stuff, we help our neighbors Wisnovsky of Valley View Vineyard. Wisnovsky serves and we know how to have a good time." Serra took on the board of the Applegate Valley Oregon Vintners home 3 Silver medals at WOW. Association (AVOVA) and helped create the modernSerra borders Schmidt Family day UnCorked event. Since then, hes witnessed its Vineyards, Rosellas Vineyard and popularity soar with locals and visitors alike. Years Soloro Vineyards and is a mere ago Applegate UnCorked was primarily an educational grapes throw away from Troon and event, recalls Wisnovsky. Our Fall Barrel Tour only Wooldridge Creek Wineries. All six had a handful of wineries but now includes almost are clustered at the western edge of twenty. The event has grown into a major wine and food the Applegate Valley, closer to Grants happening and still includes instruction on wine directly Pass than Jacksonville. Cal Schmidt from the winemakers and staff. Valley View will be of Schmidt Family Vineyards will serving their 2009 Tempranillo from the barrel and a 2008 be offering tasty food along with a Merlot from the bottle, both crafted by award-winning 2010 Cab Franc from the barrel. Rex winemaker John Guerrero. & Sandi Garoutte of Rosellas will This year, several new wineries will join the tour. offer-up a 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon AVOVA President Joe Ginet said, On the heels of a from the barrel and a 2008 Merlot fantastic summer World of Wine event in Jacksonville, paired with a food selection from my winery, Plaisance Ranch, is really looking forward Pomodoris Restaurant. Tim & to our first fall barrel tour. And, were joining other June Navarro of Soloro will barrel newcomers, Red Lily Vineyards and Serra Vineyards taste their 2009 Syrah and pair their at UnCorked. Ginet and his wife Suzie took home WOW Silver medal 2007 Syrah with the Best of Show white wine medal at WOW for their a chicken cacciatore dish. To the 2010 Ginet Rose. For Uncorked, theyll feature east, Wooldridge Creek winemaker Greg Paneitz will be a 2010 Syrah from the barrel which will be paired sampling a 2010 Zinfandel from the barrel. Chris Martin with their own homemade chili. The Ginets raise of Troon will showcase a 2010 Chardonnay from the certified organic, grass-fed beef cattle on their 210 acre barrel and pair a 2008 Petite Syrah with tasty appetizers Applegate Valley ranch, 17 of which are dedicated to by in-house master chef Tim Keller. grapes. On the education front, Ginet will be speaking Nearer the Jacksonville end of the Wine Trail, Red on a favorite topic, Terroir, or Sense of Place. His Lily Vineyards will be barrel tasting its popular 2010 talk will illustrate how three wines, each produced Tempranillo. Owners Les & Rachael Martin opened from the same Syrah grapes planted at three different their upscale barn-style, rural-focused tasting room on vineyards within a five mile expanse of the Applegate August 19 of this year. Since opening, weve had a great

Wine Fans Will Have a Barrel of Fun at the Applegate UnCorked Tour on November 20th!
response and are just thrilled to be a part of UnCorked, Rachael says. The Martins 20 acres of plantings include Tempranillo and other Spanish grape varietals. The couple took home a Silver Medal at this years WOW event for their 2007 Red Blanket Tempranillo. We have high expectations for this years barrel selection and look forward to sharing it and showing off our new tasting room, winery and barrel room, adds Les. For art fans, Red Lily will also be hosting an art show during UnCorked featuring Jacksonville metal artist Cheryl Garcia. The show, "Red Migration" is a collection of Garcias work themed in seasonal, fiery autumn colors. Youll meet the artist and explore works on display, including her large-scale signature work, "Bolander's Lily" and her World of Wine 2011 bottle tree, both of which are permanently displayed at the Red Lily grounds. At Fly-Hi/Longsword Vineyard, winemaker and coowner Matt Sorensen will be sampling a 2009 Dolchetto from the barrel. This red Italian wine is related to Zinfandel but with the style of a Pinot Noir. Sorensen will also be pairing a food selection with a 2010 Viognier. Next door at Fiasco Winery/Jacksonville Vineyards, AVOVA V.P. Dave Palmer and his wife Pam will offer a 2009 Syrah from the barrel and a prosecco-style white paired with homemade butternut squash bisque. Other barrel samples on the Applegate Wine Trail include Devitt Winerys 2006 Steelhead Red Merlot. The Academy of Wine will sample its 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon from the barrel and a 2004 Cab from the bottle paired with Oregonzola-infused lamb shanks over mashed potatoes. Cricket Hill Winerys Duane Bowman, who writes the popular wine column for the Review, is barrel tasting his 2008 Merlot and pairing a vegetarian polenta dish with a 2007 Bordeaux. Just down the way at Cowhorn Vineyard, vintners Bill & Barbara Steele are serving a 2008 Syrah paired with an herb-crusted yam coulis on crustini bread and pairing a 2010 Spiral 36 with Rogue Creamery cheeses. John Michelle Champagne Cellars will be pouring a newly-released bubbly paired with a cranberry-mango salsa. Finally, Bridgeview Winery is barrel tasting a 2010 Tempranillo and pouring its 2009 Pinot Noir paired with an irresistible cold-cured lox and dill appetizer! Tickets for UnCorked may be purchased online at www.applegatewinetrail.com. UnCorked has gone green and will not be printing or mailing tickets. While ordering yours online, choose one of eight starting winery locations Devitt Winery, Fiasco Winery, Plaisance Ranch, Soloro Vineyard, Troon Vineyard, Valley View Vineyard and Wooldridge Creek Vineyard. After checking-in at your starting point winery, youll receive a commemorative wine glass and be on your way to tour at your own pace. Like Dave Palmer of Fiasco & Jacksonville Vineyards said, UnCorked is a casual and fun event with no rules dictating where and when you have to beall of us at AVOVA hope to see you in the Applegate Valley where youll discover something new and exciting about our amazing wine region, our winemakers and wonderful wines!

Speaking of Wine
by Duane Bowman
hanksgiving is nearly here and it's the rare person who isn't fretting over picking the right wine for that special meal or wondering what wines to bring when invited out for the big day. Of course its daunting to think about all the what goes with what possibilities; turkey is sort of like chicken, so should I serve it with white wine? Will it make a difference that Im making oyster dressing instead of sausage dressing? Will my pick clash with the cranberry sauce? Candied yams? Pumpkin pie? Oh my! These questions could make a trained chef go nuts. No wonder youre suffering holiday stress! But help is here with a few simple tips to help navigate that holiday wine minefield with grace and ease. Tip 1For the Hostess, pick good but not great wines. Coming from a winemaker that might sound weird, but let me assure you that an over-the-top wine is going to be wasted on Aunt Tilly, whose taste runs more to Southern Comfort than an 82 Margaux. So, unless youre serving James Beard, thoughtfullychosen local wines will better serve you and your guests than an extravagant selection. Let's face it, when the proceedings become, well, shall we say, convivialeven the most dedicated wine fan will find their attention wandering from the wine, no matter how impressive its pedigree.

Thanksgiving Dinner Wines

Tip 2Save those BIG wines for another time. Its true that holiday meals are extremely varied in flavors, textures and sweetness levels. It's equally true that those hugely tannic or highly alcoholic wines won't be good accompaniments. So unless your Thanksgiving meal is wild boar, save those big Cabernet Sauvignons and Zinfandels for a different meal. Tip 3Have a variety of wines on-hand. If youre having a large Thanksgiving dinner with lots of side dishes, the meal will scream for wine versatility. Youll want to serve different wines with different courses. Maybe a Bubbly or crisp white at the start and then something medium-bodied and red for the main course with a sweet dessert or Port for the conclusion. Dont worry about rules like white for fish and red for meat, the real food matching rules are about matching to textures and flavors. If youre confused at all by this and want more topic dept, you can find that at my website www.crickethillwinery.com/winetalk.html. Tip 4Youre living in an incredibly rich wine country, take advantage of it. There is hardly an excuse for not picking a wine that youve actually tried and decided would work with your meal. Dont rely on critics or ratings; rely on your taste. If youre reading this, youre in the right place to tour the Applegate Valleywhere youll find more wineries per square meter and more different wines than anywhere else in Southern Oregon. Take advantage of your good fortune and try a variety of wines before you make your selections. And youre in luck, theres an upcoming UnCorked Barrel Tour the Sunday before Thanksgiving. 15+ Applegate Valley wineries will be presenting selections of their wines paired with foods, creating the chance to make your tastebased holiday selections. See Whitman Parkers article on UnCorked on this page for more details. Last TipThanksgiving is a long day. So, if you're going to be drinking wine, be sure to pick varieties or styles you know you can drink all dayin other words, wines that are lower in alcohol and lighter in weight. Look for crowd-pleasers that won't overpower your palate or your head. Personally, I like to look for medium-bodied wines under 13 or maybe 13.5% alcohol. So there you are with a few tips to help manage a little holiday stress, whether youre the host or a giftgiving guest. Enjoy that Thanksgiving meal and the pleasures of a well-chosen wine! Duane Bowman is a Director of Applegate Valley Oregon Vintners Association and winemaker at Cricket Hill Winery located at the 2 mile marker on Little Applegate Rd. Find him at www.crickethillwinery.com or email duane@crickethillwinery.com

Page 24

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Family Views
by Michelle Hensman
Here's Your Pie!
ts the time of year when falling leaves turn into snowflakes, pumpkin spices fill the air and we expect large groups of people, at various ages and stages, with different morals, values and aspirations, who share DNA or a marriage certificate, to come together and be joyful. Its time for highly-anticipated, always underestimated, never a dull moment, Holiday Family Gatherings! Most family members are kind, loving, agreeable and tolerant; but there are the haters! Every family has at least one, two or five. You know the ones: who are angry, spiteful and jaded and want everyone to know it. So they passive aggressively unload their issues in an effort to help you identify with their misery and feel crappy about your own happy life. As I considered my own 2011 Holiday Season, I couldn't help recalling the dramatic issues I've personally had to deal with over the years and I started to feel anxiety about spending time with people who can be so difficult. I wondered if it would be inappropriate to make a call or send an invite to those special someones saying, "Hey So-and-so, can you bring your fabulous Waldorf salad but leave your nasty attitude at home?" Then I thought about all the advances in science/medicine: We can send humans to the moon, although we no longer choose to; we can shop at home; call anybody from virtually anywhere; doctors can cure many of the diseases that cause pain, misery and death. Why can't they come up with something to identify the crazy family member or at least vaccinate the rest of us from the drama? OH! Thats right! There is an inoculation for family occasions - Whiskey! But how about something more foolproof? Maybe a detection device of sorts, like a scanner or Geiger counter that alerts and identifies crazy drama at the door. It could work like this: Wand guest at the door; DeviceWhoop, Whoop, Whoop. "Youre clear Grandpa! Should be a good time this year; be sure to try the sweet potatoes!" Device: Anngk, Anngk, Annnnngk. "Sorry, Aunt Sophie, you're registering just a bit too dramatic, you'll have to sit this one out. But work on it and try again next year. Here's your parting gift, a slice of pumpkin pie. "No hard feelings!" Or what about a Grudge-O-Meter? Scan guest at the door: Green light flashes, Welcome!

Soul Matters
by Kate Ingram, M.A.
Brooding Chicks
ve been in a mood lately, and it's not a pretty one: Im tight and constricted and generally out of sorts. I could chalk it up to the arrival of Fall, which always makes me a bit moody, or I could attribute it to hormones or low serotonin levels and just leave it at that. Except that I cant, because simple answers to complex experiences is neither sufficient nor satisfying. Above all else, I believe that everything is meaningful. Everything. Sometimes you just have to wait for the meaning to emerge. Not infrequently meaning, for me, arises in the embrace of nature. Getting outside is at once curative, calming and instructive. Ive long been in the habit of drawing insight from the natural world. Taoism, a favorite philosophy of mine, teaches that everything is one; therefore, you can take just about any experience from the natural world and apply it to where you find yourself in order to gain some insight, or direction, or perhaps even a bit of wisdom. So I took my mood outside for a walk on a recent, gorgeous, autumnal morning, to gain some perspective. I decided to check for eggs in the hen house; upon entering the coop, I immediately stepped in a pile of chicken poo. I will just say that my initial reaction was not philosophical. Chickens and their calling cards are almost impossible to avoid around here, and I usually dont. Stepping in the middle of something nasty is a quotidian experience. And what wisdom did I glean from this you might ask? Well, its either, No good deed goes unpunished, or S*** makes good fertilizer, I havent decided. Likely, its both. But the lesson wasn't finished there; opening the nesting box lid I discovered Adelaide, our black Australorp, busily brooding. (As an aside, chickens coined the word brooding, which means "to incubate," or, to think or worry persistently or moodily about.) Now, I can tell you that when a hen is brooding, you shouldnt mess with her. A brooding hen sits on her nest and does not leave. At all. She does not eat or drink and if you get close to her, she will puff up twice her size, make threatening sounds, and try to peck your fingers off. Sitting on eggs real or imagined, a brooder is hungry, tired and irritable. Her

Red light flashes, "Sorry Uncle Dave, youre still angry at a third of the family for not visiting you in the hospital after your bypass surgery. This is as far as you'll be going. Here's your pie, its cholesterol-free." Seriously what can you do? Throw back two fingers of Wild Turkey, the liquid kind, take a deep breath and accept. The bottom line is that families rarely all get along. In fact, if yours does its not normal. Call Guinness and submit yourselves while the rest of us call the Briar Ridge Mental Hospital in an effort to commit ourselves, just for the holidays! Accept that until genetic altering becomes more precise, some things will never change. You may always have to deal with Uncle Irv fondling the Jell-O mold; your brother throwing dinner rolls as he chuckles, "You did say PASS the rolls!; Dad and Uncle Rick snoring on the couch, sounding like dueling banjos; Your sister-in-law insisting her kids are so much better than everyone elses; Aunt June unloading her prescription bottles and discussing all the intimate ailments they are connected with; and cousin Natalie, the over-indulging, over-praising niece with the three screaming, ill-mannered kids, all of which are under age seven, (you know what she's getting this year for Christmas right? A copy of Nurture Shock!). So grab a few normal family members and start a gambling pool: Who will be the first to get drunk, offended or leave? Which parent is going to lose it first and go off? Who will announce an engagement, divorce or pregnancy? Will Grandad roll in this year with or without pants on, (I've got $5 on no pants!)? And just enjoy your family! However you choose to handle your family drama, I pray you find your own recipe for success and are able to avoid reaching into the golden Cornucopia of family discord. Remember they are by birthright your guide to judge yourself from, so take great satisfaction and relief in knowing that you are not as crazy, neurotic or narcissistic as they are. After all, no one really has a Norman Rockwell family gathering and besides it doesn't have to happen again for another whole....month! Dedicated to my wonderful, crazy, drama-loving family and friends: Happy Holidays! Love to all! Pizza, Jackson Creek Pizza, Abby's Pizza, Sherm's Thunderbird Market (popsicles), Rogue Valley Electric (popsicles), and Pure Sound Entertainment. Our annual Harvest Carnival was held on October 28th. It was a great success! The kids enjoyed a variety of games as well as face painting, the balloon man, jump house and pony rides. Thank you to all who participated in this fun community event. Bing Deals, our newest fundraiser, is off to a solid start. So far we have had offers available from Gary West Meats, Jacksonville Mercantile, The Mustard Seed Cafe and LaBoheme. This month we will have offers available from Jacksonville Vision, Jacksonville Barn Company and Segway of Jacksonville. Just log onto www.ssl.bing.com/daily-deals/ medford/ to save money and support Jacksonville Elementary School! If you have questions about signing your business up to participate in Bing Deals, please call Christin Sherbourne at 541-973-7678. Happy Thanksgiving from the Pioneers!

chest feathers shed in order to keep her eggs warm and potentiated, a brooder is altogether vulnerable and she is very, very nasty. Looking at Adelaide puffed up like the Hindenburg and screeching like a harpy, I realized that I am a brooding hen; my egg is a book. I am sitting on it, keeping it warm and alive. I am sacrificing myself to it. I dont know if this egg will hatch, or if it does, what will emerge. Perhaps a fuzzy, lovable chick that everyone wants to hold. Perhaps a wet, misshapen turkey buzzard that nobody likes. I dont know. All I know is I love it because its mine, because I have given myself over to it, and thats all that matters. Brooding is instinctual, which is to say it is apart from conscious will or desire. Creation is not codependent: it doesnt care if youre busy or have other responsibilities or even whether you want it around. It cares only to create, and its persistent. Eventually, Life will out; life which may very well take your life away from you. Its a strange irony. My creative self wants to be left alone, responsible to no one and nothing other than my egg. It wants to look as raggedy as Adelaide and peck off a finger or two every time someone calls, or knocks on the (closed) office door, or wants dinner. But thats not how it goes, at least not for most of us; certainly not for me. The challenge is to keep our gaze fixed on the horizon to which we belong, while maintaining our faith with the responsibilities of our present. Creation takes place within the confinement of multiple demands and delays--the chicken poo of life. Strangely, it takes place despite it: Ive managed to draft a book in the midst of everything else, including my constant complaints that I dont have enough time to write a book. My mood is meaningful. It is the result of a push-pull: creation pushing me to incubate, the demands of daily life pulling me away from that soulful, incessant urge. Holding the tension of these opposites is difficult and incredibly maddening. And yet, these daily demands are the stuff of life; they are every bit as natural, as necessary, and as prolific as chicken poo. In their frustrating insistence they, too, evoke the emergence of soulfulness. They keep me grounded and Brooding - Cont'd. from Pg. 26

2011 Rogue Winterfest

The 2011 Rogue Winterfest promises to be as entertaining and magical as in previous years. Held at Evergreen Federal Banks Bear Hotel in Grants Pass, Rogue Winterfest consists of three events held from December 10 through December 13. A group of volunteers turns the space into a winter wonderland, with beautifully-decorated themed trees, art, and an Evergreen Holiday on Mars and Bigfoot display. The event is being coordinated by and benefits three Josephine County non-profit organizations that provide mental health services in the valley. This year, as a kick off to the event, a public art display will feature pieces created by clients of each of the three beneficiary organizations: Options for Southern Oregon, Family Solutions, and SOASTC. Clients share their unique talents and creative abilities in this collaborative exhibit. A variety of expressive art mediums will celebrate individual pathways to recovery through art. You are welcome to visit the Rogue Winterfest Art Exhibit November 2nd through November 23rd at The FireHouse Gallery located on the corner of H. and 4th St. in Grants Pass, open Tuesday through Friday, 11:30am to 4:30pm. Admission to the art exhibit is free of charge. Rogue Winterfest will begin with the Public Preview on Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11. The winter wonderland setting is enhanced with entertainment all day, Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Snow Queen, a juggler, special kids craft zone, and other festive activities for the whole family. Affordable individual and family tickets are available. As always, Rogue Winterfest continues with the Culinary Classic on Monday night, December 12. The Culinary Classic features local artisan food, wine and beer producers, alongside a silent auction. Live music and delicious tastes paired with wines punctuate the array of gifts, services, delights, and travel packages for bidding at the auction. Winterfest culminates with the Gala, a live auction of all of the decorated trees and the art, on Tuesday, December 13. Dinner will be graciously provided by TapRock and live entertainment makes for a great holiday evening. Tickets for all events can be purchased online at www.roguewinterfest.com or in Grants Pass at Evergreen Federal Bank, the Lodge at Riverside & at Serra Vineyards. All proceeds benefit SOASTC, Family Solutions, and Options for Southern Oregon.

It's been a busy 6 weeks for the Pioneers at Jacksonville Elementary School! Our jog-a-thon was a great success. In all, approximately $10,000 was raised, which will help to support our school art program, OMSI and Oregon Aquarium assemblies, Visiting Author/Writer's Festival, classroom support teacher funds, etc... A big thank you goes out to all of our joga-thon donors and sponsors; Ashland Partners, Cutler Investment Group, Southern Oregon Orthopedics, Julie Danielson, O.D., Southern Oregon Gymnastics Academy, Brodie Dental, Hi Yah Tae Kwon Do, The Candy Shoppe, Roller Odyssey, Family Fun Center, Frau Kemmling Schoolhaus Brewhaus, Angelos

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 25

HomeWorx
by Cheryl von Tress
Dress It Up!
ne of our nations most beloved holiday celebrations takes place this monthTHANKSGIVING. Just the thought brings a smile to mewonderful food, warm colors, gathering with family and friends. If youll be hosting the celebration, start early on dcor for your front door, foyer entry and tabletop or buffet. Set aside a little creative time each week and by the 24th, your house will be ready to receive your guests in style. Welcome Your front entry can be simple, countrified or elegant. Simple? Add a couple of potted ornamental cabbage or kale plants, along with a handmade paper vertical WELCOME banner on your front door. Countrified? An arrangement of corn stalks, a large pumpkin, several artful squashes or gourds, a hale bale draped with a quilt. Elegant? A beautiful, handcrafted wreath or a purchased wreath that you add your flourish to with beautiful ribbon, pheasant or peacock feathers, and a spritz of gold spray paint. Hang your wreath from the same decorative ribbon (wide ribbon is best) or a metal door hanger. Foyer Entry Candles or a potpourri pot (even cinnamon simmering on the stovetop) create an instant welcome. Fragrance used sparingly is an unseen home accessory that can be delightful in setting the mood. An arrangement of similar or varied candlesticks at different heights is visually interesting. Add a seasonal area rug or runner. Add a temporary coat rack or hooks for guests to easily find their things when leaving. Fresh flowers or an arrangement of gourds displayed on a silver tray communicate the warmth of the season. Tabletop and Buffet Endless options! Make your traditional table decor fresh by using repeated pops of color. Think clusters of red carnations inside small vases at each table setting. Combine this with a solid orange or brown tablecloth. Whether your dinnerware and serveware is white, green, gold or cream, this combination will create new ideas for you to explore. To invoke the vineyard harvest
more online

Hey Steve, Whats it Worth?

by Steven Wall
hat on earth is Deltiology? Thats what I thought. Quite simply, its the study and collecting of postcards. Derived from the Greek word deletion, or a small tablet and logos, deltiology is the accepted definition for the study of picture postcards. Recognized as one of the three largest collecting hobbies, deltiology ranks with coin and stamp collecting in popularity. Tell me, who doesnt have some cache of post cards lying around the house in a shoebox somewhere? But the real question is, are they worth more than the paper theyre printed on? They might be, but lets first look at where post cards came from. The first known postal card to have been sent in the U.S. was back in 1848. There werent any regulations concerning postcards in the US before the 1870s and postage rates varied by the distance a card traveled and were handled like letters. In 1873, the United States Postal Service issued its first Postal Card, with one side reserved exclusively for an address and the other for a message. These pre-printed and pre-stamped cards, issued by the postal service, cost 1 cent to send. Private cards at the time were 2 cents to sendthe same as sending a letter, making privately-printed cards less popular than the Postal Service cards. In 1898, the US Congress passed the Private Mailing Card Act, enabling private companies to produce postcards which would carry a 1 cent postage fee. With this reduction in postage along with other legal changes in the printing of postcards, the private postcard industry took off, ushering in the golden age of postcards. By 1906, Eastman Kodak saw the advantage of a folding pocket camera wherein the public could take a black & white photo and have it printed directly to the back of a postcard. By 1907, European card publishers accounted for 75% of postcards sold in the US.

theme, pair hues of plum, pomegranate and grape with orange, gold, bright yellow, crimson, cranberry and sage or lime green. With solid cream or white dinnerware, this scheme will bring a few ooh-la-las. The colors can come from linens, flowers, vegetables and fruits, candles and silverware. A truly honoring and heartwarming centerpiece can be fashioned from a collection of vintage family photographs. The stories and memories they evoke will add a depth of heart to your celebration. Serving buffet style is terrific for large groups. Stack your decor so that its on several levels above the trays and bowls of food. Also, elevate a few of the serving dishes by placing a round or rectangular baking dish under large napkins or a single cloth that covers the entire buffet length. A single large floral display is especially lovely for buffet service. If this isnt your style, consider a more contemporary take and place individual floral stems in repeating vases or skinny glassware down the center or at the back of the service area. Glad you Are Here! When place settings are individualized, they make a truly memorable and welcoming environment for your guests. Write a thank you statement to each one and place it at their plate. Hang appreciation notes for each guest to open on a bare branch tree. Make note cards available for guests to write their expression of thanks (anonymous or signed), hang them on a string/banner/tree and then read them at the dinner table. Dont forget to have fun! You can download jokes from the internet, copy and print them onto place cards and let your guests read them. The laughter will make them forget that you burned their favorite dinner rolls! Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. I hope your celebration will be warm, wonderful and beautiful. Cheryl von Tress is a Certified Interior Decorator and custom designer of furniture, cabinetry, garden sculptures and more. www. cvtdesign.vpweb.com 541.899.2824.

DeltiologyThe Science of What?

According to the US Postal Service, 1908 saw over 650,000,000 mailed while the population of the US was around 89,000,000. Postcards were being printed in all sorts of media including wood, paper mache, real photos, airbrushing, glitter, silkscreen, woven silk, see through, etc. 1909 brought a huge change to the US postcard industry when Congress authorized tariffs on imported postcards at the behest of lobbying of American printers. This move effectively cut off the US supply of German postcards, which were the finest of the day. American printers tried to fill the gap but were unable to match the quality and quantity of the Europeans. With WWI looming, German imports to the US dried-up and with it came the end of the golden age. During WWI a 1 cent tax was placed on US postcards, leading to a slowdown on the mailing of cards. The industry suffered through the depression, yet by the 1930s, technological advances brought about the advent of the linen postcard, a bright and vividly colorful card. These became an inexpensive form of advertising for hotels, motels and other businesses. The linen postcards continued until just before WWII when they were replaced by what we are most familiar with, the color chrome postcard which we still have today. So, out of the millions of postcards printed since the 1800s, which ones are really worth something? If you have an original Alphonse Mucha (Czech 18601939), Waverly Bicycle postcard, you might be able to take that Mediterranean vacation youve been dreaming of. One of these sold in 2006 for $12,650.00 becoming the most expensive single postcard to date. In your old shoebox in the closet, you would be much more likely to find something like an old holiday card from Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years. These early postcards can be very ornate and beautiful, but the ones to keep an Deltiology - Cont'd. on Pg. 31

19+ Acres / 2 buildable tax lots on Applegate River $585,000 Two legal homes on 50 acres - lots of out-buildings $1,165,000 3 tax lots and 15.8 acres with home and huge shop $477,000 6.9 acres outside of Jacksonville with home and shop $199,500 Home & shop on Thompson Creek Road - great garden $219,000

Page 26

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

SightSeeing
by Julie D. Danielson, O.D.
Do Computers Damage My Eyes?
omputers are everywhere today and so are complaints from computer users about headaches, dry eyes, blurred vision and other symptoms of eyestrain. Although there is no evidence that using a computer causes permanent vision problems, it can cause Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), says the American Optometric Association. CVS is a catchall term for the eyestrain symptoms that can affect computer users productivity and leave them feeling tired and miserable at the end of the day. The good news is that CVS can be eliminated. The association offers the following suggestions: Dont take a vision problem to work. Even if you dont need glasses for driving, reading or other things you do, you still may have a minor vision problem that can be aggravated by computer use. You may need a mild prescription to wear only on the job to reduce vision stress. A thorough eye exam every year for computer users is a good idea. Be sure your glasses meet the demands of your job. If you wear glasses for distance vision, reading, or both, they may not give you the most efficient vision for viewing your computer screen, which is about 20 to 30 inches from your eyes. Tell your optometrist about your job tasks and measure your on-the-job seeing distances. You may benefit from one of the new lens designs made specifically for computer work. Take alternative task breaks throughout the day. Make phone calls or photocopies. Consult with coworkers. Do anything that doesnt require your eyes to focus on something up close. Reduce room lighting to half normal office levels. An easy way to do this is to remove half the bulbs from ceiling fixtures. Use desk lamps for tasks that require more light.

JEANNE SCHATTLER Realtor * Broker

Full-service listing and selling agent
Specializing in: Green & Eco-Friendly Lifestyles, Farms & Ranches. Experience and knowledge makes matching the right client to the right property easy & fun.

Phone: 541-621-2480 Fax: 541-899-1184 E-mail: Jeanne@ramsayrealty.com

Minimize glare on your computer screen with a glare reduction filter (look for one with the American Optometric Associations Seal of Acceptance); by repositioning your screen; and by using drapes, shades or blinds. You can also ask your optometrist about eyeglass lens tints and coatings that can reduce glare. Use an adjustable copy holder to place reference material at the same distance from your eyes as your computer screen and as close to the screen as possible. Your eyes wont have to keep changing focus when looking from one to the other and you wont have to keep moving your head or eyes back and forth. Adjust your work area and your computer for your comfort. Most people prefer a work surface height of about 26 inches for computer use. Desks and tables are usually 29 inches high. Place your computer screen 16 to 30 inches from your eyes. The top of the screen should be slightly below horizontal eye level. Tilt the top of the screen away from you at a 10 to 20 degree angle. Clean your computer screen frequently. Dust and fingerprints can reduce clarity. Staring at the computer screen for extended periods may contribute to dry eye symptoms because the blink rate decreases. Use artificial tears periodically during the day to prevent dryness. Following these steps can enhance a persons comfort and productivity when using a computer. Consult your optometrist if you continue to have vision problems during computer use. Julie Danielson, an optometric physician, is available by appointment at (541) 899-2020.

Randy L Loyd, AAMS

Financial Advisor
.

260 S Oregon Street Jacksonville, OR 97530 541-899-1905

Whats New in the Jacksonville Forest Park?

Exciting new things are happening in the Forest Park. Buoyed by an Oregon Parks and Recreation Local Government grant, the Jacksonville Park Rangers and other volunteers are hard at work on a major expansion of the Park, building new trails, bridges, kiosks, interpretive panels, and a replica historic railroad bridge. The plan is to add five new miles of trails to the Park, bringing the total trails miles to fourteen. All of the old and new trails can be found on the maps available at the Park entrance kiosk, with a big mounted map to see everything in detail. With two trail-building teams at work, some new and very different trails are being built. Keeping in mind the three things hikers want most are Running Water Streams, Views, and Trail Loops, the new trails contain all three. The just-completed new Canyon Falls Trail features a creek side trail that hugs the creek with many spectacular waterfalls and lush foliage. This gives the visitor a trail experience photos of being in a forested area much like the ones found in the wetter areas of Oregon. Canyon Falls Trail Head Area online This is a major trail head intersection of the Canyon Falls, Jackson Creek, Ridge View, and Naversen Family Trails, located on Norling Road just up from the junction with Reservoir Road. The Canyon Falls Trail follows Jackson and Norling Creeks in the bottom of these beautiful canyons. Jackson Creek Trail also takes the hiker right alongside Jackson Creek, while climbing higher into Jackson Creek Canyon. One-half mile up the canyon it will connect to two new trails, one that goes around the mountain to the north to connect to the Naversen Family Trail and the upper Granite Trail with views from the higher elevations. The other new trail goes over the mountain to the south and connects to the upper end of the Canyon Falls Trail. Completion date Ready Book - Cont'd. from Pg. 6 used for information not contained elsewhere in the Ready Book. Each book also contains a Help and Okay window placard to alert passing emergency response teams as to your condition. In the event of a major natural disaster, placing the bright red HELP sign in your living room window could make the difference in receiving emergency help or not. While cruising your neighborhood, if we can see you need help more easily, chances are dramatically increased that we will get to you much sooner. And, if you are okay, we are able to then attend to others in your area who need help knowing your household is safe, Chief Hulls says. During the class, each attendee will receive a free copy of The READY BOOK. For more information, please contact the Jacksonville Fire Department at 541-899-7246. for these last two trails is expected in November. The Canyon Falls and Jackson Creek Trails are open now. The combination of these new trails plus the existing Naversen Family and Granite Trails gives the trail user loops of over four miles using either the Naversen Family Trail or the Granite Trail to come back to the Canyon Falls Trail Head Area. Red Rock Trail Junction This area has trail heads for the Ridge View, Naversen Family, and Granite trails. It is located on Reservoir Road just above the junction with Norling Road at the old Red Rocks decomposed granite quarry. Located nearby is an old underground gold mine with yearround water flow, plus a section of the old wood pipeline that carried water to Jacksonville and a big bridge. These historical features and the trail heads are located within a few feet of a large parking lot. Another great spot to start your hike is to take the Ridge View Trail or the Granite Trail to make a big hiking loop, or just enjoy the spectacular views from the ridge of the Naversen Family Trail or the upper Granite Trail. Norling Creek Trail This is a great starter trail thats easy to walk. Its lower trail head is right across from the upper end of the Rail Trail - near the top of the trail, hikers will find the beginning lower end of the Canyon Falls Trail, and the two small dams that collected water from Jackson and Cantrall Creeks and sent it down to Jacksonville via a wood pipeline. The Forest Park is part of the Jacksonville City park system. It is easy to find, very close to Jacksonville. From downtown Jacksonville, take highway 238 west for three-fourths of a mile and turn right on Reservoir Road for one mile to the Park entrance and the kiosk where youll find trail maps for the Park. On behalf of the Park Rangers, Come enjoy the Forest Park! Brooding - Cont'd. from Pg. 24 humble. It is a marriage of the profound and the profane. So maybe theres nothing wrong with me after all. Maybe I dont need to up the Prozac. Maybe larger forces are at work. Maybe all the interruptions Im facing are really just fertilizer, helping something to grow, something strong and resilient. Maybe people will one day reference me the way they do J.K. Rowling: You know she wrote that book while raising eleven chickens, two rats, three dogs, two children and going through menopause! Imagine that! Maybe. I dont know. I do know this: once this egg hatches, Im going to have a nice massage and maybe even put on a pretty dress and some make-up and have a real date with my husband--the good kind, where you drink and laugh and get to sleep-in the next day...until the next egg urges me toward solitude, captivating me and rendering me, once again, an irritable, broody chick.

www.edwardjones.com

Jacksonville Branch

L I B R A R Y

340 W. C Street 541-899-1665 Storytime: Wednesday - 11am

Monday Wednesday Thursday Saturday

HOURS OPEN

(funded by JFOL)

Noon-5 10-5 2-6 10-2

Ruch Branch

7919 Highway 238 541-899-7438 Storytime: Tuesday - 11:30am

Tuesday Thursday Saturday

HOURS OPEN

11-5 17 Noon-4

Applegate Branch
18485 N. Applegate Rd. 541-846-7346

HOURS OPEN
Tuesday Friday Saturday 2-6 2-6 10-2

jcls.org

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 27

J'Ville Merchant Map

Shop, Dine, Play & Stay LOCAL
FRENCH BOU-TEA-QUE
Active ad clients appear on this map as a courtesy of The Jacksonville Review

THRIFT SHOP

deja vu at almondtree baking co

jville tavern

the candy shoppe creators gallery c street bistro frau kemmling schoolhaus/brewhaus bybees historic inn Stage Lodge/ wine country inn Courthouse paw spa

Find Special Deals & Discounts online see theSpecials tab at JacksonvilleReview.com

home marketing group FIFTH STREET FLOWERS

nunan square commercial center essentielle skin care snap fItness

Map Designed by Katharine Gracey2008

Page 28

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Body Language
by Mary Ann Carlson
Rotator Cuff Advice
n 2008, close to 2 million people in the US went to their doctors because of rotator cuff problems. In the last article we discussed the larger muscles and bones of the shoulder. I think its worth taking time to go into the smaller muscles, like the rotator cuff, since so many people are affected. Okay, so what is the rotator cuff? It is a network of four muscles that come together as tendons to form a covering around the head of the upper arm. The cuff attaches the upper arm bone to the shoulder blade and helps to lift and rotate your arm. These four muscles are the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis. (If anyone is studying anatomy, they spell SITS. It helps remembering that during a test.) One of the main causes of pain in the rotator cuff is tears in these four muscles. It only takes one muscle to fray or tear to cause the pain. The tears are largely caused by the normal wear and tear that goes along with aging. Also, people who do repetitive lifting or overhead activities are at risk. Tennis players, baseball pitchers, painters and carpenters are among this group. The most common symptoms of a rotator cuff tear include: Pain at rest and at night, particularly if lying on the affected shoulder. Pain when lifting and lowering your arm or with specific movements. Weakness when lifting or rotating your arm.

Joyfull Living
by Louise Lavergne
An attitude of gratitude brings altitude
hat a wonderful opportunity we have this month with Thanksgiving just around the corner. It is traditionally a celebration of the harvest, a time to get together with family and friends, deciding on who will cook what and making travel plans. Its easy to forget the most important part: taking time to be grateful. Most of us spend a lot of time focusing on what we dont have and thinking about all the things we feel we need to fix, such as physical issues like weight loss, illness, or emotional issues like depression or financial stress. As we focus on what we are lacking, we close ourselves off to the natural flow of abundance. Conversely, gratitude opens the door to prosperity and abundance. I love that Thanksgiving is non-denominational and available to everyone. Saying thank you and focusing on grateful feelings via prayer and/or meditation is a great way to relieve stress, and elevate our consciousness. It is one of the core elements of JoyFull yoga. Since yoga means union, it offers the opportunity to acknowledge with gratitude all the parts of ourselves, others and the current circumstances of our life. Practicing the Yoga of Thanksgiving: Begin by taking time for yourself. Plan to be undisturbed for 5 to 10 minutes. Decide to give yourself your full attention... Receive it say Thank you. Then breathe gently and receive each breath as you would a precious gift. Slow it down as much as you can, softening the belly to expand on the breath. Exhale with gratitude. Do this for a few more breaths. Take time to pause with each inhale, staying focused on the gift and wonder of each breath. Try to count to 8 or more as you breathe in, pausing for the same count as you receive the gift of the breath; then giving back to the Universe on the exhale for the same count. In this moment there is no end to the supply of breaths. Feel a connection to the great abundance of the Universe. Now begin to acknowledge each beat of your heart. You can put your right fingers on the inside of your left wrist and find your pulse or put your hands flat on your chest. As you continue to breathe

Crackling sensation when moving your shoulder in certain positions. Initially, your doctor may prescribe ibuprofen to bring down inflammation in the shoulder and offer physical therapy to strengthen and stretch the muscles. One such exercise would be to lie on your healthy side, knees bent, head on a pillow for comfort, the painful side facing the ceiling. Have a very light weight, 1 or 2 lbs, on the floor next to you. Keeping your elbow bent into your body, lift the weight off the floor as high as you can. Make sure the elbow stays locked into the body. Then place the weight back down on the ground. You can do a set of 8 to begin with, then work up to 3 sets. Another exercise would be to hold a stick with both hands. Standing straight, stretch your arms by lifting them over your head, keeping your elbows straight. Dont raise them past the point of pain. Hold that position for 5 seconds, then return back to starting position. Repeat 8 times. Remember, if you are in pain, see your doctor before doing these exercises, but if you have no pain, these are great exercises to strengthen and stretch those shoulder muscles. Im a lightweight, and anything I can do to prevent pain in the future, I will do. Wishing you happy, healthy shoulders. Mary Ann Carlson is owner of The Pilates Studio. You can reach her at 541-890-7703.

Love your

ceLLs. oil! your fish Take

Nordic Naturals ProOmega gives you more omega-3 benefits in fewer soft gels, promoting the flexibility and permeability your cells need to function healthier. The result is concentrated support for your heart, brain, metabolism, tissues, and joints that meets your personalized nutritional needs.*

slowly, stay focused on your heartbeat, acknowledging the gift of each beat. Then relax your hands, palms facing up and begin to think of something you feel grateful for about yourself. Think about all the things that are right about you! Acknowledge the gift of you, as you are right now the gift of your Life. Receive the gratitude, then mentally say thank you. Acknowledge the gift of what is right in your life now, starting with the opportunity of this moment. Breathe in gratitude, then exhale, mentally vibrating thank you. Now, as you bring your attention to a challenge in your life, be willing to open to the gift of this struggle. Be willing to have it be revealed to you. Dont look for answers, just be willing to receive with no expectations of when. Now, acknowledge the gift of the people in your life. Breathe in gratitude, then exhale, mentally vibrating thank you. Acknowledge the gift of the great beauty of our Valley, the air, the rivers, the mountains etc Breathe in gratitude, then exhale, mentally vibrating thank you. Begin your gratitude affirmation: (either the one below or your own) I now acknowledge all the gifts in my life: the gift of life itself, health and well-being, The gift of love and support of friends and family and the kindness of strangers, I now acknowledge the gifts of the beauty of nature all around me-mountains, rivers, trees, I now acknowledge the gifts of the strength Ive gained and am gaining from all the challenges in my life, I am grateful for the opportunities to serve and make the world a better place. Now experience a healing energy returning to you from nature...blessing you...energizing you. I receive the abundance of the Universe in all areas of my life, that I may in each moment, each day, feel better and better. Allow yourself to let go of any resistance or tensions in your body. Begin to feel the joy in your heart and open up to accept and embrace the gift of NOW, the gift of Joy-Full Living. Remember to take time to breathe. Louise Lavergne 2001-2011 www.joyfull-yoga. com; 541-899-0707 Louise is a JoyFull living coach, Motivational speaker & owns JoyFull Yoga LLC where she teaches Yoga, Meditation and offers Sound Healing sessions in Jacksonville.

Focus on:
As children and young adults, we form some of our strongest relationships with others, which are often the friends we carry with us for a lifetime. However, the twists and turns that life brings our way may sometimes mean that we lose these friends. As we get older, it may become harder and harder to get ourselves out there and make new friends. Being involved in Food & Friends provides many people with opportunities to build new and meaningful friendships. This may be through volunteering, either at the site or as a home delivery driver, or by coming to one of our meal sites to dine. Our meal sites, like the one located in Jacksonville, provide a welcoming atmosphere where people age 60+ can go to visit with their peers. Strong bonds can be forged as people talk over lunch. They share more than just hot, nutritious food; they swap stories about their hobbies and interests, the exploits of their grandkids, or maybe just the latest on their meds and health challenges. At the meal sites, peoplestaff, volunteers and clients alikecare about each other, and worry when someone unexpectedly doesnt show up for lunch. All will take steps to make sure their friends are okay. In most

Nordic Naturals patented, oxygen-free, and lowheat processing techniques have allowed us to set the standard for fish oil excellence for nearly 15 years. That means you consume only the pure, health-promoting omega-3s you needwith none of the toxins or oxidation you dont.* Nordic NaturalsAlways Innovating. Always Pure.

541.899.2760
580 Blackstone Alley Jacksonville, OR 97530

Dr. Jason Williams

Also available at Jacksonville Chiropractic:

Nordic Omega-3 Gummies & Nordic Berries

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

cases it turns out a missed meal meant something came up at the last minute. But occasionally they are sick or need some assistance. Either way, most appreciate the fact that someone cared enough to check on them. Just like many of our Meals on Wheels clients, many folks who come to the sites for lunch live alone, and they greatly benefit from this support system and safety net. If you or someone you know could benefit from this opportunity to get out and do a bit of socializing, come to our meal site in Jacksonville, located in the I.O.O.F. Hall at the corner of Main & Oregon Streets, next door to the Good Bean Coffee Company. Ileane is the site manager and she has lots of nice folks at her site. We cant wait to make your acquaintance! Who knows? You may meet your new best friend. For more information on becoming a Food & Friends volunteer, please contact Food & Friends Volunteer Coordinator Jan Yost at 541-734-9505 ext. 4.

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 29

Meet Your Farmer Thompson Creek Organics

By Linda Davis
Nestled in the beautiful foothills of BLM (Bureau of Land Management) land in the Applegate, 9.5 miles up Thompson Creek Road, are the Thompson Creek Organics apple orchards. Over 9 years ago, Blair Smith, wife Marcey Kelley, daughter Alison, mother-inlaw Patty Seereiter and family friend Angelina Villarreal, relocated to the Applegate from the San Francisco Bay area. Although they had never been farmers, the family fell in love with an established apple orchard. They wanted a new lifestyle that was closer to the land and more sustainable. With the help of OSU (Oregon State University) Agricultural Extension courses, tutoring from the previous property owner and a lot of research and reading, Blair and his extended family were in the apple business. Farming is hard work! Some of the many improvements made by the family include installing an underground irrigation system, developing a facility for processing apple cider, grafting apples to produce new and exciting varieties, achieving full organic certification from various agencies including the US Department of Agriculture, and the Oregon Tithe, and becoming licensed as a juice processor with the Food and Drug Administration. All this while Blair and his wife Marcey still work as software engineers. In addition, the entire property had to be fenced to protect against predators. Unfortunately, the bears dont understand that the fence is to keep them out. They often wait for the apples to ripen, pull down the fence and help themselves to the fruit. Today, Thompson Creek Organics produces many varieties of apples including Macintosh, Granny Smith, Matsu, Golden Delicious, Gravenstein, Red Delicious and Rome Beauty. Through an extensive grafting process, they have been converting many of their existing Red Delicious trees into new mouthwatering apple varieties such as Ginger Gold, Blenheim Red, and Gold Rush. Various varieties of apple cider are generated including a pure Macintosh and blends of Granny Smith and Red Delicious. Once the apples are harvested, they are placed in a large cold storage unit which holds up to 60 bins of apples. Each bin contains 900 pounds of apples. Some of the apples go to market; others are harvested for apple cider. When the family originally produced cider, they sent their apples to a processor in Ashland. However, that processor went out of business so Blair and family developed a complete in-house cider processing system. An ultraviolet (UV) process replaces heat pasteurization. This cold process retains the beneficial enzymes and fresh flavors of the raw cider. The bottled cider is stored in large freezers, awaiting its final destination in a growers market or a grocery store. Processing apples into cider involves a lot of preparation and cleanup. During peak times, the family works 13 hours a day at hard, physical labor. Local, to Blair, means keeping money in the area and minimizing the miles that a food or product travels. The family barters or buys food from other farmers whenever possible and also supports many of the other small businesses in the Rogue Valley. Being a certified organic grower, Thompson Creek Organics believes in sustainability. Their farms energy comes from renewable sources through Pacific Powers Blue Sky program. Other sustainable activities include water conservation by using micro sprays on the trees where the water goes to small, targeted areas. The irrigation system is gravity fed. They protect the riparian areas in Thompson Creek and are certified as salmon safe. Any surplus fruit is donated to the Josephine County Food Bank. Since they have been in business, over 14,000 pounds of organic apples have been delivered to the Food Bank. Thompson Creek Organics apples and apple cider can be found at local farmers markets (September through November) in Grants Pass on Saturdays, Ashland on Tuesdays and Saturdays and Medford on Thursdays (rvgrowersmarket.com). Several local stores carry the apple cider including Ashland Food Coop, Ashland Shop N Kart, Medford Food Co-op, Talent Tarks Market, and Grants Pass Farmers Markets. The apples and apple cider are also available through the Thrive sponsored Rogue Valley Local Foods website http://localfoodmarketplace.com/ roguevalley/. You can also find Thompson Creek Organics apple cider at local restaurants including Casa Blanca in Grants Pass, Standing Stone Brewery in Ashland and at the Shakespeare Festival. Enjoy the wonderful taste of Thompson Creek Organics apple cider all year round. Hoist a delicious, aromatic glass with your Thanksgiving turkey this year! You can learn more about the farm by looking at their website www.thompsoncreekorganics. com, calling them at 541-846-1718 or emailing at tcorganics@apbb.net.

Calling All Foodies

by Constance Jesser
Perfect Pear Tart
This Pear Tart is a quick, easy and delicious holiday desert! Tart Crust: 1 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 Tablespoons Caster Sugar 4 Oz. (1 stick) Cold, Unsalted Butter Ice water Mix the flour, salt and sugar together. Cut the butter into the dough using a pastry cutter or food processor. When the butter is mixed into the flour correctly, the butter will be the size of small peas. Slowly add ice water 2 Tablespoons at a time and fold the dough together. You will add approximately 6-8 Tablespoons of ice water. To test that the dough will hold together, squeeze some of the doughit should hold together but not be wet. Knead the dough to combine completely and then place between two pieces of plastic wrap and roll it out to 13 inches. Cover with the plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator and place into a 9 inch removable bottom tart pan. Fold the excess dough over itself and build the walls of the tart crust. Roll the rolling pin over the top to smooth the edges and remove any additional excess dough. Prick the dough with a fork and rest in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes. This prevents the dough from shrinking down the sides of the tart pan when baking. Bake the tart shell at 375F for 20 minutesuse a piece of parchment or foil inside the tart crust shell and place weights on top to keep the bottom flat. Remove the parchment or foil and bake an additional 10 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature. The tart crust can be made two days ahead. Store at room temperature in a sealed container.
color online

Tart Filling: 1 Package Odense Marzipan 4 Oz. Butter (1 stick) 2 Large Eggs 1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour 1 teaspoon Madagascar Vanilla 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract 2 Ripe Pears - Peeled Cream the Marzipan and butter together until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time until combined. Add the flour and extracts. The dough will be like stiff pancake batter. Spread this into the tart shell with an off-set spatula until smooth. Core and cut the pears in half. Slice the pears almost to the stem side, but not all the way into 8 slices. Press down on the pears to fan them. Place on top of the filling. Do this with the remaining pears. Bake at 375F for 35 minutes or until brown and puffy. Allow to cool and glaze the pears with melted apricot preserves that have been strained. Dust with powdered sugar and serve. This can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. Do not refrigerate as the marzipan filling will get soggy. Constance Jesser is owner of the Jacksonville Mercantile and a professionally-trained chef. She can be reached at 541-899-1047 or www.jacksonvillemercantile.com.

Audition Schedule Announced for RCCs Working

Rogue Community College has scheduled open auditions for students and community members for the first production in its new performing arts theater on the Riverside Campus. The RCC Theater Arts and Music departments are casting singing and non-singing roles for Working, Studs Terkels Tony-nominated musical. Songs are by James Taylor and Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Wicked, Pippin). Auditions are scheduled 7-9 pm Nov. 17, 11am-1pm, Nov. 18, and 12-3pm Nov. 19. Auditions will be held at the new RCC performance space, located in C Building, 101 S. Front St. (entrance on Central Avenue). The production features 2535 actors of all ages and ethnicities to cover 26 occupational workers. Rehearsals will begin in April with performances in May. The new theater is located in RCCs newly renovated C Building; the new facility is home to the colleges Theater Arts and Music programs as well as Health and Physical Education. For information, contact Ron Danko: 541.245.7585 or rdanko@roguecc.edu.

Connect with Britt

update
For details, visit www.brittfest.org or call 541-779-0847

photo by Maxine Guenther

Become a 2012 member today and join us as we celebrate our 50th season!

Page 30

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

by Robert Casserly, Executive Director Sanctuary One at Double Oak Farm

With every passing year, Americans share their homes and their hearts with more and more house and pasture pets. According to the 2011 American Pet Products Association national pet owners survey, 73 million American households count at least one animal as a member of the family. Eighty-three percent of Americans call themselves mom or dad in relation to their pets, and about half even allow their house pets to sleep in the same bed with them. Just counting dogs, cats, and horses, Americans provide food, shelter, love, and medical care for 172 million pets. Birds, fish, reptiles, and other species of pets add up to 188 million more. In other words, there are now more pets in the U.S. (360 million) than people (310 million). As the number of pets in the U.S. grows we are increasingly challenged by the ethical and legal responsibilities of caring for so many animals. While our society has made good progress in some areas, including the mainstreaming of spay/neuter for house pets, a growing preference for adopting a homeless pet instead of buying one, and the quality of veterinary care, when it comes to planning for the lifetime care of our pets we have barely begun to realize the serious challenges before us. Consider this: 76 million American children were born between 1945 and 1964the Baby Boomer generation. Varying in age from 66 to 47 years old, Baby Boomers represent a silver-haired tsunami on the demographic chart. As the vanguard of the Baby Boomer generation starts passing away the next 10 to 20 years, whats going to happen to their millions and millions of pets? In general, many people feel vaguely entitled that someone, somewhere will take care of their pet, but they havent made any specific plans about it. Nearly every week Sanctuary One receives a call from people who need help figuring out what to do with a pet left behind by a parent or grandparent who passed away or became incapacitated by a medical condition. The best time to create a plan for what will happen to your pet if you cant care for him or her was before you brought the pet home. The next best time is now. If you find it hard to think about life without your pet, imagine your pets life without you. Your plan for your house or pasture pet should include: Who, specifically, will take care of my pet in the event of my death or if I become medically incapacitated? You need to have a heart-to-heart talk with this person or organization to ensure they are truly committed to providing lifetime care for your pet. Write down all the instructions for taking care of your pet and make sure everyone who is involved with caring for your pet gets a copy. Make sure to include a copy of all your pets veterinary records. Make a plan for financing the lifetime care of your pet. If you dont provide any funding for your pets care, it decreases the chances that he or she will be well taken care of. The plan can be as simple as naming the pets caregiver as beneficiary of your life insurance policy or retirement account. If you have no financial resources and no family or friends you are sure you can count on, your best option may be to re-home your pet while you are still healthy enough to meet the adopter and personally inspect the animals new home. Although it may be very difficult to give away a beloved pet, try to focus on whats best for them, not you. Another option for people with scarce resources who need to re-home a pet is to contact your local animal shelter or humane society and discuss your situation with them. Animal shelters and humane societies typically do a great job finding good, loving homes for reasonably healthy and friendly animals. There are a lot more options to choose from if you have some kind of financial resources available to fund your pets lifetime care. Most people have assets of some kind, even if they are not wealthy. Thoughtful planned giving can provide substantial tax benefits for your heirs while balancing what you wish to accomplish for yourself, your family (including house and pasture pets), and your charitable interests. Because planned gifts of $10,000 or more help us rescue more abused, neglected, and abandoned animals, Sanctuary One provides lifetime care for a limited number of house and pasture pets transferred in the event of a donor's death or medical incapacity. We would be glad to discuss such planned giving options with youin confidence and without obligation. For more information, visit Sanctuary One on the Web at www.SanctuaryOne.org, or call 541.899.8627.

Your Pets Need a Plan, Too

Happy Thanksgiving!
Beer
Wine Spirits
Full Service Lottery

125 W. California Street Jacksonville, OR (541) 899-1170

Bud & Andy Gough Fax (541) 732-1637

Broker/Realtor

Kelly Quaid

541-941-8056 direct
Putting sellers together with buyers. kelly@ramsayrealty.com www.ramsayrealty.com

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE

Upstairs office space in historic downtown Jacksonville. $400/month 400+sq. ft.

Jacksonville-Custom Farmhouse Style on 5 Acres

Built in 2001, 2691 sf, 3 br, 2.5 ba., newly remodeled guest bath, hardwood floors, fireplace, cathedral ceilings, formal dining, media room w/sink/cabinets. Front/back porches, back deck, above ground pool w/deck, easy landscape w/drips, seasonal creek, deer fenced garden w/raised beds. More photos/info at wagontrail.weebly.com. Call Dianne at 541-899-9103 to tour. NEW PRICE $503,000
Greg Messick, Broker, RealtyNET, Lake Oswego, OR. 503.770.0580

Call (541) 535-6592

for more information

The Laundry Center

Paw Spa & Boutique

Using all natural shampoo & flea and tick products.
Get your Pets looking their best for the Holidays!
Open Monday through Saturday 9am-4pm Under NEW Ownership! Call for an appointment ~ 541-899-6811 175 East C Street ~ Jacksonville
Sharon Richey*

Pioneer
LLC

Financial Planning

TRY OUR BULK LAUNDRY SALE!

$1.00/POUND - CHEAP! (best price in the valley!)
Self-service or we do laundry for you! We do comforters, sleeping bags, and other large items Pick-up/Drop-off for Weldons Dry Cleaning Childrens play area Cable TV & kids movies

(clothes, towels, etc.)

Financial Consultant

Lyn Boening, CFP*

Financial Consultant

Melanie Madden
Financial Consultant

Investment Advisory Services* Estate Planning* Mutual Funds, Stocks & Bonds Life, Health & Long Term Care Insurance
Please call for a no obligation consultation:

We specialize in:

2408 W. Main St., Medford

(in Albertsons Center)

w w w. Ly n B o e n i n g . c o m
* Securities and Advisory Services offered through Financial Investment Network Corporation, Member SIPC. Pioneer Financial Planning, LLC is not an affiliate of Financial Network Investment Corporation.

541.899.9164

(541) 842-2932 Hours: 7am-10pm

820 North 5th Street Jacksonville, OR

November 2011

More online at JacksonvilleReview.com!

Page 31

Annies Antics
by Annie Parker
On Garden Goodies
owits Fall! Hard to believe the Summer is over. I hope you and your furry friends had a fabulous one! Im actually still enjoying the fruits of Dads labor. He planted tons of veggies and fun edibles in our lower garden, and I am having a ball. I just love tugging a branch off one of the tomato plants, or grabbing an old lemon cucumber. My favorites are those tasty green tomatoes, though! We certainly had quite a few this year, and I cant get enough of them. And Im not the only one my friends Tim and Gary who own the TouVelle House are new parents to two energetic, 10 monthold Pugs (Lewis and Clark)and they love the green morsels, too! They also got to indulge in fresh plums from their garden! The other fun thing Ive found to do with fresh garden produce is taking a nice roll. Meaning, I take a nice juicy peach, drop it on the grass, then roll on it while grinding it into my back while frantically waving my legs in the air. Dont you just love eau de rotten peach on your fur? My mom especially likes the way it makes my back all matted and sticky. Deltiology - Cont'd. from Pg. 25 eye out for are Halloween postcards. Of all the holiday postcards, Halloween cards designed by notable artists and printers fetch the highest prices. Early Halloween postcards by John Winsch and Samuel Schmucker command prices in the hundreds and even thousands of dollars. Early, real photo postcards are also highlysought after by collectors with prime examples selling for upwards of $1000.00 or more. Generally, postcard values are determined by the age of the image, the

Don't forget to donate to SOHS, Sanctuary One or Friends of the Animal Shelter and tell them Annie sent you!

My philosophy is this: dont waste anything! Everything in the garden serves some important purposesometimes, it may take a while to figure out what purpose a dirty old, half-buried stick serves, but I will find one! That stick makes a fabulous chew toyand look at the money I save not needing as many storebought toys! Long grass = fabulous floss, pieces of bark = tasty treat. You seeits all about getting creative with what you have! I hope you have a wonderfully-creative and fun Fall season. Be sure to take good care of your four-footed and feathered friends! And, dont forget about those needy animals who need our help at Sanctuary One, Southern Oregon Humane Society and Friends of the Animal Shelter.

content of the image, rarity of the image, condition of the card and the demand for the image. So dig out that shoebox and see whats in there! For more information on postcard collecting or other antiques & collectibles contact: Steven Wall of Wall Auctioneers lives in Jacksonville. Wall Auctioneers offers an appraisal day the 1st Thursday of every month at their location in Medford at 2338 S. Pacific Highway. For info call: 541-261-4103

COMMUNITY CAMERA is on our website this month! JacksonvilleReview.com

Natural Products Used

Old Library Collectibles & Thrift Shop 170 S. Oregon Street Jacksonville

Blood Pressure Clinic!

Wednesdays from 10am-12Noon
Sponsored by The Jacksonville Seniors (a non-profit organization), a nurse will be on hand during this time to take your blood pressure and is happy to help if you need services. For more information, call 541-899-9555.

The Cleaning Crew

Housecleaning
You Can Count On Us! Homes Offices Prepare Homes for Sale Rental Move In & Move Out Excellent References & Reasonable Rates

482-0406 601-6236
Since 1988

TheCleaningCrewOnLine.com Licensed Bonded Insured

Page 32

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

Michael Clary Hawkins 1940-2011

IN MEMORIUM

Brian Ries Walkerley 1937-2011

Michael was born to Ervin Hawkins Director of the Petroleum Marketers and Jane Clary Hawkins in Chicago Association of America. In 1992, he was Illinois on October 5th 1940. After being General Chairman of the Pacific Oil diagnosed with a brain tumor on August Conference and served on their Board 31st, 2011, his life was rapidly taken on of Directors through 1994. He served as October 8th, 2011. President of the He graduated Oregon Petroleum from Culver Marketers Military Academy Association in in Indiana where 1999, and in 2003 he was captain of received the the Black Horse coveted Diamond Troop, leading Pin Award for the inaugural Exceptional Service parade of President to the Independent Eisenhower. He Petroleum Industry. excelled in sports In 2003, he sold the and broke several majority of Hawk swimming records. Oil Company He received his BA and renamed the Michael with wife, Anne Brooke. in business from remaining holding Claremont Mens College in Claremont company Hawk Northwest. He continued California. While attending college, to manage properties and investments Michael worked three jobs to provide for during his "semi-retirement," and was his new family. One of those jobs was able to offer welcomed business advice to service station attendant at a Chevron his three sons as they continued their own Oil gas station. Michael quickly became businesses. manager of that station then moved on to He leaves his brother Steve (Lori) a district manager position. along with three sons, David (Sue), Tom, After graduation, Michael was and Dan (Rhonda) with great pride in hired by Exxon USA and held upper their accomplishments. There are seven management positions in marketing, grandchildren, whom he cherished, dealer and distributor support, and US Amanda, Cara, Lily, Justin, Claire, Ben site selection. After working through the and Noah. He leaves his wife, Anne upper ranks at Exxon, he decided to pass Brooke Hawkins as well, whom he on his next promotion which was to take devoted such incredible support to, in him and his family to Exxons Houston, her nursing and art careers. His life was Texas headquarters. made complete with a community of In 1976, he purchased Olympic friends who were truly family. In lieu Petroleum, an existing oil distributorship of flowers, we hope you will consider based in Medford. Through hard making a donation in his honor to the work and a heart of gold, he grew this two organizations he supported the most: company to be one of the largest Exxon St. Mary's, knowing the importance of distributors on the west coast. Michael education, and The Britt Festivals, because always gave. In 1985, he served as you have to have music.

Weve MOVED Anitas again! Alteration Center

As of September 1st to 259 E. Barnett Rd. Unit B (In the Win-co Center) Medford (541) 772-8535 or (541) 899-7536

Brian Ries Walkerley, born March Tahoe. Brian was an avid skier, and also 31, 1937 in Bloemfontein, South Africa, continued to pursue his love of rugby died September 30, 2011, in his home, and flying. surrounded by loving family and friends. In 2005 following retirement, Brian Brian fought a brave six-month battle left the Lake Tahoe area, and moved to against the formidable foe of colon cancer. Jacksonville, Oregon. There, he married Brian, son of Olive Ries and Arthur Jan Martin. Together, Brian and Jan Walkerley, grew up on the beaches of pursued a mutual love of travel, the beautiful Durban, French language South Africa. and good food and His friends and wine. Brian loved to classmates at entertain, and enjoyed Glenwood High many wonderful School in Durban, friendships, old and where he became new. His love of life Head Boy, and sense of adventure recognized him was ever present as he as an avid and greeted each day with talented rugby and a smile and positive cricket player. attitude. Wanting to Brian is survived fly jets, Brian by his wife, Jan, sons left South Africa, Sean (Teresa) and having completed Dana, stepson, Tony, his mandatory Grandson Tristan, Brian at Lake Tahoe military service sister Fy Bisogno, South there. He meandered across Europe Africa, nephew Anthon (Cas) VanWeers, in search of adventure, spending time South Africa, niece Frances (Carly) making new friends and discovering Gonalves, Australia, and niece Tertia extended family members. He finally VanWeers, South Africa. made it to Canada, and was accepted into Brians family wishes to thank his the Royal Canadian Air Force, where he friends and loved ones for their loyal flew CF-100s as part of the 433 Fighter support of him during his illness. The Squadron for several years. As a member family is planning a celebration of life to of the RCAF, he also participated in honor Brian on November 12, 2011. For various NATO related operations around details, email brianscelebration2011@gmail. the world. com. Gifts to honor Brians memory may Following his military career, Brian be made to the Livestrong Foundation. attended Carlton University in Ottawa, Canada, where he graduated with a Bachelor "High Flight" of Commerce degree. While in Ottawa, Brian married his Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth first wife, Eleanor Schwindt. And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings; Their first son, Sean, was Sunward Ive climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth born in Ottawa. of sun-split clouds,and done a hundred things The family immigrated You have not dreamed ofwheeled and soared and swung to California where Brian High in the sunlit silence. Hovring there, continued his education at Ive chased the shouting wind along, and flung the University of California, My eager craft through footless halls of air.... Berkeley. There he obtained his MBA. His family Up, up the long, delirious, burning blue expanded with the birth Ive topped the wind-swept heights with easy grace. of their second son, Dana, Where never lark, or even eagle flew while in Berkeley. Brian also And, while with silent lifting mind I have trod obtained his CPA and spent The high untrespassed sanctity of space, much of his career in the Put out my hand, and touched the face of God. field of corporate finance. Brian and his family John Gillespie Magee, Jr., Pilot Officer, eventually moved to the No. 412 Fighter Squadron, RCAF ski mountains of Lake

THANK YOu to our Contributors!

Paul Becker Duane Bowman David Callahan Mary Ann Carlson Robert Casserly Julie Danielson Linda Davis Linda DeWald Paula & Terry Erdmann Christie Fairbanks Kay Faught Adam Haynes Michelle Hensman Tony Hess Devin Hull Constance Jesser Robert Johnson Louise Lavergne Gates McKibbon Jared Murray Pamela Sasseen Dirk Siedlecki Cheryl Von Tress Steve Wall Kristi Wellburn Hannah West Dave & Gaye Wilson

Same Service, New Location!

Big Selection!
~ Little Store ~

E Sales E Clothing E Accessories E Service Repair

535 North 5th Street Jacksonville, OR 97530 541-899-9190
Come and see us for unsurpassed service and technical expertise. Jana Jensen, Owner

Photographers
Jarod Cruce Mike Tupper

For print: contact Whit at 541-899-9500 or whitman@jacksonvillereview.com. For website: contact Jo at 541-227-8011 or jo@jacksonvillereview.com

Have an idea or suggestion for the Review?

November 2011

Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

Page 33

Cookies Cakes Bars Scones Quiche Gourmet Sweets & Treats for Weddings, Receptions, Parties, Holidays & Birthdays

Let us be your home for the Holidays!

Call us to order treats for your special occasion!

Hours: 10am-6pm Thursday-Monday

Its as easy as...ABC...Almondtree Baking Co.

almondtreebakingco@yahoo.com
Find us on Facebook
9:13 AM Sep-11:Se 9/27/11 Page 1

(corner of 5th & California)

310 California Street

541-702-2081

artisanlandscapesinc.com

Gift certificates to simplify your holiday shopping Lodging for your out-of-town visitors

www.touvellehouse.com

541.899.8938

Mavis Marney

Your Agent for Results Cell: 541.821.9041 Office: 541.779.3611 MavisMarney@MSN.com www.JohnLScott.com/MavisMarney

871 Medford Center Medford, OR 97504

MLS #2922150

EXCEPTIONAL ROXY ANN VIEWS

135 Candice Court, East Medford Hills

MOVE-IN CONDITION THIS IS NO 'DRIVE BY'

4BR, including spacious master suite w/organized walk-in closet 2BA, with tiled panache Stylish 'great room' with separate dining room Kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances & granite counters 3-Car garage with tons of room for work area & storage 1/3 acre fully landscaped & fenced garden w/patio areas & pergula

PHENOMENAL UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS AND WITHIN MINS TO TOWN

OFFERED AT $285,000

Page 34

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

New Gym. New Routine.

New You!
Fly High & LongSword Vineyards

NO CONTRACTS! (dont get locked into a health club contract) Open 24/7 (work out when its convenient for you) Flexible Member Friendly Policies Industry Best Equipment 3 Great Locations (access any of the 1200 locations nationwide) 3 FREE personal training sessions

Two unique vineyards, one very busy winemaker. VisitourTastingRoomatLongSwordVineyard! EnjoythescenicviewofApplegateValley&watch ourcommunityparagliderpilotslandallwhilesippingaward-winningwinesfromtwo outstandinglocalfamily-runvineyards. Open 12 - 5 daily. AlsoavailableforPrivateParties!CallCharlene atourTastingRoomtoplanyournextevent. 8555Highway238,Jacksonville,OR97530 541.899.1746|www.fhlv.net|info@fhlv.net

50% off Enrollment Fees

when you join November 30th. when you join byby Oct. 31st.
Limit one per household. No cash value.

541-646-6029
www.snapfitness.com | jacksonvilleor@snapfitness.com

650 G. St., Jacksonville

| Other locations in Medford & Talent

November 2011

Sally July 2011:Sally July

10/21/11

11:17 AM

Thank you for supporting our Advertisers!

Page 1

Page 35

660 G Street Jacksonville, OR

Nunan Square Commercial

$350,000

635 N Oregon, Jacksonville, OR

Beautiful 2 story building w/ 4 suites, nicely finished interiors, On-site parking Great Location

The Crown Jewel of Jacksonville, the Jeremiah Nunan House. Queen Anne style home, restored & maintained. The Carriage House built in 2001, restaurant w/3 suites upstairs. In-ground pool, paved parking, on 3 acres, perfect for weddings or other events.

8 BR 6 BA 8684 SF

$2,300,000

570 Shafer Ln , Jacksonville , OR

14494 Upper Applegate Rd Ruch, OR

3/2, 1848 SF on 1.36 Acres. A great retirement or getaway spot just a couple of miles from Applegate Lake. Expansive decks w/ river and mountain views.

Applegate River Property.

$224,900

Just completed in Jacksonvilles newest neighborhood, Vineyard View. Fabulous island kitchen, with marble counters, upgraded appliances and formal dining room, an open living room with wood burning fireplace, and a large downstairs master bedroom.

3 BR 3 BA 2541 SF

$497,700

womens clothing & gift boutique

La Boheme

womens clothing & gift boutique

la boheme

Serving fresh, authentic Thai food.

Tel. 541-899-3585 www.thaihousejville.com

Thai House Restaurant

womens clothing & gi boutique

L Boheme a

Page 36

The Jacksonville Review

November 2011

A bit of Bavaria in Southern Oregon

frau kemmling SCHOOLHAUS BREWHAUS
Wednesday - Monday Open 11:00am for Lunch and Dinner
Closed Tuesday

New Winter Hours!

Frau Kemmling

SCHOOLHAUS BREWHAUS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12

Established 1908

525 Bigham Knoll Jacksonville, Oregon PHONE: 541-899-1000 www.fraukemmling.com