Good morning, Grants Pass.

Grants Pass will see legendary band Queensrÿche headline Boatnik’s Brew Fest at Riverside Park on Friday, May 23rd with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the show starting at 7 p.m.—ticket demand is high and special guest Emissary will open the event to help support local youth programs.

Officer Joe McGrew finished the DPSST Academy on May 16th in Salem and is set to begin the Field Training Program in Grants Pass, a key step before he patrols independently — a move that underscores the department's dedication to effective training.

The ceremony was attended by Police Chief Warren Hensman and Captain DeKruger, highlighting the support from the local leadership.

The Josephine County 4-H/Extension Service District Budget Committee will meet on June 2 at 9:00 a.m. at the Anne Basker Auditorium in Grants Pass to discuss the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year—public comments are accepted until 4:00 p.m. on June 1.

Boatnik Festival 2025

All day — Riverside Park — Free entry — Celebrate over 60 years of community fun with activities and festivities at this beloved annual festival.

Senior Living Awards Tour

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Forest Meadows — Free entry — Discover award-winning senior living communities with exceptional care and activities.

2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Southern Oregon Sanitation — Free entry — Safely dispose of hazardous household materials while protecting your home and environment.

Shining a Light on Hunger

6-9 p.m. — Vista 222 — Donation-based — Raise awareness and funds to combat hunger while enjoying breathtaking views.

Comedy of Errors

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Walport Family Cellars — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a lively performance of Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors in a picturesque vineyard setting.