Mold Remediation in Ashland, OR

Winter is almost here y'all! And I absolutely love it when the weather gets cool in Kentucky. Don’t get me wrong, our state is a wonderful place to be any time of year, but I think it’s especially pretty during the winter season. Holiday festivities get underway, and some places get a beautiful blanket of snow to make the place feel even more magical. Winter in Ashland, Kentucky is the place to be for fun winter festivities and old-fashioned charm. Let’s take a look at this charming small town that we love for a cozy winter getaway in Kentucky.

Ashland is situated on the banks of the Ohio River and is a charming and picturesque small town that may appear sleepy at first glance, but it really comes alive during the winter.

There’s an ethereal beauty that takes hold of Ashland when the local parks, streets, and rooftops are covered in snow. Residents are warmed up with some hot cocoa and friendly company and are preparing for some exciting festivities.

The wonderment begins with the holiday parade that kicks off the annual Winter Wonderland of Lights Festival, which brings the whole town together with a sense of merriment and community. This winter festival is certainly the main event of the town during the holiday season. Also, the Winter Wonderland of Lights Festival is a dazzling display that wows both children and adults. Locals and visitors alike look forward to this all year.

In the past, local companies and organizations erected massive "Christmas Cards to the Community" and they gave a warm feeling that made Ashland feel so special. This Kentucky winter festival has been a beloved holiday activity for over 35 years, and perhaps after your visit, it will become a new holiday tradition for you and your family.

But that's not all folks! Winter in Ashland, Kentucky sees the streets aglow with lights and decorations, and the shops and restaurants are decked out in holiday cheer as locals and tourists gather for sweet treats, hot drinks, and a sense of camaraderie. Moreover, there are holiday train rides and of course, Santa will be there too. This Kentucky winter destination really does become a thriving winter wonderland when the snow falls, and the frosty weather arrives. If you go anywhere during the winter, make sure Ashland is on your list!

Have you ever been to Ashland, KY during the winter? If you have not, consider adding it to your list this year. Not only is the town brimming with old-fashioned charm, but it's a great destination for a cozy winter getaway in Kentucky. Be sure to check out this beautiful video of Ashland, Kentucky, after a fresh snow:

Come visit Ashland and find out why this charming Kentucky town is so underrated. There are plenty of things to do in Ashland Kentucky, especially during the winter, and we know you'll love it as much as we do.

It’s a time for reflection and connection

By Barry Vitcov

It’s the season for friendship. Like all relationships, they come in all shapes, sizes, emotions, and experiences. Poets Jack Seybold and AhnaLouise Lich give us three poems about different friendships.

It’s also the season of celebration and renewal. If you have a poem for any holiday that celebrates with light, even if not at this time of the year … Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Diwali, Lantern Festival, Lunar New Year, New Year’s, or any other festivity where light plays a significant role…please, consider submitting to the Poetry Corner. Guidelines for submission are given below.

Farewell, Friend

By Jack Seybold

You leave us in dismay,but just as much in gratitudefor treasured gifts you leaveand pleasure of knowingthey glow like embers stirredwhere new and joyful friendsare blessed as we to know you.Glow in peace.

Solitary

By Jack Seybold

Hands jammed deep in pocketsyou endure your winter walkwith shoulders hunchedand hat pulled low

But brisk steps take you soonpast those seeking comfortin their getting alongLike you

Jack Seybold published a novel: “The Rising: Journeys in the Wake of Global Warming” (with Tom Pollock), and has appeared in 30 theater productions after retiring to Ashland, Oregon, following a 36-year teaching career. His poems have appeared in Spring Harvest (Cal Poly Pomona), The Journal of Humanistic Psychology, and Peace Corps Writers. He served in Brazil in the Peace Corps, and holds a master’s degree in English linguistics. His book of poetry, “Sing Where the Love Is,” is available at Bloomsbury Books.

VIRGINIA of the VALLEY

By AhnaLouise Lich

Hold my hand ma’ dearSit beside me husband, sister, daughter, FriendI’ll have no fear.Lay your hand upon my heart – the hour is nearthen Listen to my blood: a rhythm dance to hearSing me stories, Breathe me poems, free my spirit to take me homeRub my back warm and strongthen brush my hair and hum alongmy darlin’Even though you ain’t my kin. Here: hold my hand again, ma’ dear.

AhnaLouise Lich has a degree as a chiropractic physician previously with practices in Westwood and Ventura, California. Her second career was a regional representative for TENS equipment along the I-5 corridor from Los Angeles to Seattle, Washington. Upon retirement she began writing poetry and participating in the performing arts: Mendocino’s poetry improv ensemble; classes with Dakota Line, writer for The New Yorker; open mic(s) in Woodstock, New York; Ashland’s Ripe Harvest, an all-senior ensemble; OLLI’s dance/improv classes; OLLI’s Analysis of Poetry with Linda Jaffee, and most currently Ashland Library Writers Group. She resides in Central Point amidst mountain views and hiking trails. During her daily walks she has been known to mutter some favorite lines of Rumi, Charles Rafferty and Tennessee Williams.

Poetry Submissions Welcomed!

You are invited to submit original work to the Poetry Corner. There are only two restrictions: First, poems need to show a connection to Ashland and/or Southern Oregon. Your interpretation of that connection is fairly loose! Second, poems need to be aligned to the left margin. The publishing platform used by Ashland.news has issues with the creative use of space! There are no length restrictions but try to keep your poems to no more than 30 lines. Be sure to include the title of your poem, your name as you would like it to appear, the city or town in which you reside, and, if you wish, your preferred pronouns.

To submit poems, send to Barry Vitcov at haikubjv@google.com

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