Interest Groups

These small groups provide opportunities for members to meet others who share a similar interest. For information
concerning any of these groups or to start a new one contact Marlene Olson, 541-245-1117.



BOOK GROUPS


Happy Bookers: Read and discuss a variety of fiction and nonfiction books.
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 1:30 p.m., in members’ homes.
Contact: Jan Purkeypile 
Morning Book Discussion: Expand your reading horizons by selecting works outside your usual type of reading.
Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m., Rogue Valley Manor Clubroom.
Contact: Mary Gillespie or Gayle Clason.
Murder Most Literary: Read a variety of mystery books.
Meets the 1st Thursday of the month, 7:30 p.m., Skyline Plaza Chetco Room. 
Contact: Camille Korsmo


BRIDGE

Afternoon Dessert Bridge: An afternoon of bridge and dessert.
Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month,12:30PM in members’ homes.
Contact: Vera Alexander.

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES


ACT (AAUW Community Team): Supports activities in cooperation with community organizations such as
Kidspree and Jackson County Foster Parents’ Association.
Times, locations TBA.
Contact:  Shiena Pohlen.



DINING


Dinner Is Never Enough (D.I.N.E.): Explore the wide range of restaurants and cuisine offered locally.
Meets the 4th Thursday of the month, 6:30 p. m. in local restaurants.
Contact: Ellen Wakefield or Virginia McGraw.
International Cuisine: Members cook and eat fine foods from around the world.
Times, locations TBA.
Contact: Carole Heath.
Lunch Bunch: Explore the local eateries for the best lunches in town.
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m. in local restaurants.
Contact: Diane Reiling.


DOMESTIC ARTS


Antique Studies: Members take trips to antique stores and hear presentations about antiques and collectibles.
Meets the last Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. 
Contact: Barbara Larson
Evening Needleworkers: Bring your needlework project of any kind to this enjoyable group.
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m., in members’ homes.
Contact: Sandi Cameron.


OUT-OF-DOORS


Garden Joys And Tribulations: For the gardening enthusiast.  Share gardening tips and visit members’ gardens. 
Times, locations TBA.
Contact: Barbara Basden or Marlene Olson
Outdoor Adventure Group: If you enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, and other outdoor sports, this is your group.
Meeting times, activities, and locations TBA.
Contact: Jan Purkeypile.

WINE TASTING


Wine and Whine: The group visits wineries in the area, usually on Friday afternoon.
Meeting times and locations TBA.
Contact: Jan Purkeypile.

WORLD AFFAIRS

Great Decisions: An educational and discussion activity sponsored by the U.S. Foreign Policy Association.
Meets the 4th Saturday of the month, 9:30 a.m. on the 9th floor lounge at Rogue Valley Manor.
Contact: Janice Williams