A year ago today, we welcomed our very first guests to Parkside Acoustic. We’ve shared breakfasts, baked a lot of cookies, listened to stories, made new friends, and met people from all over. We’ve also learned – a lot. … Read More
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Come From Away at OSF: A Heartfelt Review
A heartfelt review of Come From Away at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival – a moving production about grief, kindness, community, and the strangers in Gander, Newfoundland who opened their hearts after 9/11. … Read More
A Quiet St. Patrick’s Day at Parkside
A Quiet St. Patrick’s Day at Parkside St. Patrick’s Day feels a little different this year. Usually our table is full – daughters and their partners, grandkids, laughter, second helpings, and the cheerful chaos that comes with family gatherings. This … Read More
We Saved The Windows
We Saved the Windows When I was growing up, there was an old woman – Mrs. Kellogg – who lived around the block from us. Her yard was full of beautiful flowering shrubs, and tall pink-purple foxgloves grew thick along … Read More
Finding Home at Ashland’s Festival of Light
Finding Home at Ashland’s Festival of Light This was our second year attending Ashland’s Festival of Light Parade and Grand Illumination. Last year, we were so new in town that we took it all in – the parade, Santa, the … Read More
Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Ashland: An Insider’s Guide
Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Ashland: An Insider’s Guide Slow down and explore local art, cafés, and cozy hideaways. Visit Lithia Park after the rain, catch a show, or sip wine by the fire – all within … Read More
Music on the Porch: Joining a Global Celebration
Music on the Porch: Joining a Global Celebration Did you know there’s a day each year when people all around the world step outside with their instruments and play a little music? It’s called World Play Music on the Porch … Read More
Local Spotlight: Dana Campbell Vineyards
Local Spotlight: Dana Campbell Vineyards One of our goals this year is to visit more local spots in and around Ashland—you know, for the benefit of our guests. We can’t very well recommend a place we haven’t experienced ourselves, right? … Read More
The Clown Stairs – A Renovation Story
The Clown Stairs – A Renovation Story I’ve gone back and forth about whether to share this post, mostly out of concern for the feelings of those who came before us in this house. We’re incredibly grateful for the love … Read More
Our First “Official” Guests
Our First “Official” Guests We welcomed our very first “official” guests this week—folks who aren’t family, friends, or acquaintances from past events. We met them at the front door as complete strangers; and honestly, we couldn’t have asked for a … Read More