On December 13, 2013 the Jacksonville Garden Club dedicated the Veteran Memorial Park in honor of…read moreall the men and women whom served our country. The main focal point in the park is a sculpture called the (Universal Infantryman). There is an memorial plaque dedicating 3 trees in memory of 3 specific World War 2 soldiers. A blue Star Marker also let's everyone know that this park is a Veteran Memorial Park. To all of our military men , women and family, Thank you for your service!

I really enjoyed visiting Jacksonville, Oregon. My wife and I went on a camping trip near by and on…read morethe way back home, we wanted to check out Medford, Oregon. Once in Medford, everyone was telling us to go to Jacksonville, Oregon to look at the historic building and all the fun things to do there. We redirected there, it was only about a 15 min drive to Jacksonville. The downtown area was very cute, we saw a farmers market type event setup at City Hall. We parked and walked over to check out all the things the different booths were selling. We saw lots of unique things there like woodcarvings, pictures & paintings and even some food and drinks. After a short time we continued driving through all the neighborhoods, enjoying the different types of old homes.

"Jacksonville is named for Jackson Creek, which runs through the community & was the site of one of…read morethe first placer gold claims in 1851. It includes  Jacksonville Historic District which was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1966." The gold was played out so Jacksonvlle went into a big sleep which may not have been so good for the residents at that time, but in hindsight, Jacksonville went into suspended animation thus preserving the 19th century buidings intact. Strolling along California Street is like goIng back to the 1890's. You almost expect a barber shop quartet to be singing some old fashioned tunes, or player pianos playing in a saloon. In fact one saloon, J-Ville Tavern occupying the former Anderson & Glen General Merchandise Bldg, touts itself as a "Husband Daycare Center" for wives who want a break from their spouses. The barber shop still sports an old time barber pole w/ a dome light on top. The window displays spitoons & other objects from that bygone era. Jacksonville Lumber Company on a side street does reverse chic and displays a Pink Flamingo & artificial flowers as if to slyly make a reference to John Waters' infamous cult film by the same name. We found the Cheese Monger's Wife to be a great place to get Euro style sandwiches, local Rogue Creamery Blue Cheeses, Siskyou Wild Honey, Pistola Côte du Rhône style white wine. Their cheese board was an impressive exercise in aesthetic composition. The lady owner goes out of her way to inform her customers who are curious about the gourmet products that she stocks & sells. Nice two or three hours to soak up some Southern Oregon charm with a fin de dix-neuvième siècle ambience.

Hanley Farm is one of those local historic places that has a lot going for it but doesn't seem to…read morelive up to its potential. It is scenic, a great location, ample parking on site or nearby, but more often than not the gate is locked and they are closed. They have been hosting seasonal events lately - a scarecrow festival, a wreath making day this weekend - but they seem to have a scaled down volunteer staff to coincide with the limited hours. It's too bad! This place could be a great spot for the community.

Things have looked up over the past few years! This month there are two popular, annual events…read moreplanned - May 9 & 10, Heritage Plant & Garden sale, with special treats for Mother on Mother's day. Plus, scavenger hunt, food, historic Hanley House tours, garden tours, etc. Then, May 30, the Children's Heritage Fair; the entire family will enjoy stories, food, Heritage animals, crafts, etc. Then, June 20, 2015, the farm is hosting the Artists Day and Crafts fair. In July Living History Day. Learn more about on-going events at the farm on Facebook and our SOHS Website . Also, the farm is available for weddings, private parties, etc. Call the Southern Oregon History Center for information - (541) 773-6536 x202.

This is a beautiful library nestled in the woods at the edge of the charming town of Jacksonville…read more Without exception, the people who work here are warm, friendly and know their business. They are a wonderful, very comfortable chairs to radian. The library has great big, beautiful windows looking out on the outside, so there is plenty of natural light. I have macular degeneration, so I primarily listen to books on Libby. I always loved reading so much that I resisted trying Libby, but I am mediately adopted it on my first pass. I can't recommend anywhere more than this wonderful place.

The Jacksonville branch is small but quaint and is all you need to access the Jackson County-wide…read morecollection. Their selection is limited, including that of the whole county, but you can't beat the price! It's free as long as you return books on time, anyway. The only annoyance I've found is that you can't renew an item if someone is on the wait list for it, so you really have to be sure you finish with it within the original borrowing period. Failure to do so possibly results in being shuffled to the end of the queue, sometimes months. Libraries in cities I've always lived in allow you the maximum renewals before requiring a book be returned for the next borrower, but what can you expect for 'free?' The only other comment is you really have to mind the various branch hours - as has become customary nationwide with many library system cutbacks - the Jacksonville branch seems closed more often than it is open. Be sure to plan ahead, and utilize the online system to reserve items from other branch locations. It will make your library card more valuable.

This is my first time at this facility. I have been avoiding crowds (of course) for a while…read more I know this is outdoor but alas, I've been at home for two and half years. So while there are no mask requirements, I wore one the entire time. I was mostly the minority but hey, if it keep my head in the right space what do I care?!? We saw a comedy show on the grass and it was very enjoyable. This was walking distance from where we were staying which was also great. If I can take a getaway and largely leave my vehicle parked then I'm a happy camper. I cannot speak to the vendors or anything else. I didn't use those or the restrooms. The show was really about an hour and a half and about a ten minute walk, so no need. You can buy seats but I liked the idea of bringing a blanket (we forgot ours but the canvas painter's drop cloth purchased at Ace Hardware did the trick) and sitting on the grass. That way you decide how far apart you are. All in all a good time for a nervous Nellie. I really need to get a life (haha). I'd try it again.

First time we ever had a Less than stellar show. Not only do they refuse to allow any alcohol in…read morethe show, but that which they sell is so severely overpriced! Secondly, the regulation of cell phones, Albeit a good idea, seems to be at best unconstitutional. Lastly, the volunteers who are almost always amazing seem to be on some sort of high alert and we watched when some pretty minor infractions incur some pretty needless feedback. Maybe it was just me...

Every now and then you come across a business that so exceeds your expectations that you are…read moreamazed. We had the ground floor suite, and it was perfect for me as I have some mobility issues. Plus very spacious suite, spotlessly clean, very top-grade appointments and amenities, fabulous shower, and beautiful art work. And then we meet the owners, Cherie and Duane, and are greeted with warmth and joy. To stay here is now not a choice, but a must for me on future visits to J'ville.

First time guests and we stayed in the Luna Vista Suite and all I can say it was one of the most…read moreperfect stays my wife and I have ever had. Cherie was attentive to details and gracious answering questions including my request for a flower arrangement upon arrival (the arrangement was stunning) and Duane who met us and helped with our luggage and answered questions couldn't have been more accommodating. The Suite.....all I can say is WOW! It looked beautiful in the photos however in person is beyond words. Additionally virtually every need down to charging cables and book reading lights are in the room. We will definitly be back!!!

Wineries are in business to hopefully make a minimal profit in order to maintain what they do…read moreoffering you quality award winning wines. Wineries, to be competitive in Southern Oregon must also have music and some selection of food to offer their customers. These venues are not a public setting in a park where you may bring a picnic lunch and your own beverage and enjoy the music at your leisure. Wineries have to pay for the music you came to listen to which comes out of the price of a glass or bottle that you might enjoy while you're in attendance. To think that one can sit and watch a venue at a winery without at least purchasing a beverage is incredibly naive and disrespectful of a business. Daisy Creek remains our top go to winery in all of Southern Oregon because of their wines, service, music, and setting.

The pizzas on Sunday are fantastic, and the hot dogs and food plates are delicious. Best red wines…read morearound and the Triple Play white is nectar! Nice cozy place inside in winter and an absolutely gorgeous patio in the summer.

Michael & I went to a fun event at Hummingbird last night, Sip n Soup. Megan & her wonderful team…read moreserved delicious Zuppa Toscana. It had absolutely GREAT flavor! There were about 45 people there and I think they had a wait list. Everybody was so warm and welcoming. We will definitely attend more of these events. Thank you Megan for all that you do!!!

Wonderful gem off the beaten path. We stayed overnight in our small RV on the estate grounds…read morethrough Harvest Host. We tested wine, purchased some bottles and enjoyed the beautiful view of the valley from the hill top. This is a must stop for the historic quaint hill top mansion and gardens including wine tasting and cheese. The staff is very helpful and accommodating for our stay. You can also stay in one of their rooms in the estate.

Enjoyed a lovely dinner at DANCIN in January. Cold outside but their heated patio is beautiful with…read morethe twinkle lights. We had 3 kids and 1 teen with us and our waitress was amazing with the kids. Enjoyed a lovely tasting during dinner. All food was delicious! Pizzas were unique and a hit.

Great view and incredible service and ambiance. Celebrated our anniversary here and was greeted…read morewith complimentary champagne. We also tried the flight before ordering a bottle. Stuffed mushrooms were incredible, pork belly pizza was great too, pasta was ok. The marionberry tartlette was so incredible and will be remembered for a long time. Opera cake was ok

Went as part of a company retreat activity! Nathan and Jojo were fabulous hosts and we got to see…read moreso many spots on our way to Crater Lake as well as within the National Park. Nathan had extensive knowledge about the Park and other spots we were in and it was a great way to bond and experience some of Oregon's wilderness.

Fantastic cross-country ski lesson with Nathan. My teenage daughter and I had a wonderful time. We…read morewere able to access parts of the back country that we never would have dared to enter on our own. It was easily one of the best days of the year.