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Talent Evening Markets Return for 2026 Season
Talent Business Alliance and Golden Grove Collective Announce Four-Night Summer Market Series in Downtown Talent TALENT, OR - The Talent Business Alliance and Golden Grove Collective are proud to announce the return of the beloved Talent Artisans & Growers Evening Markets for the 2026 season. The popular outdoor markets will be held on the 4th Friday of each month, May through August, from 5pm to sunset at Old Town Park, located at the corner of Main Street and John Street i
Business Building Blocks: Recapping Our March Workshop
This week, the Talent Business Alliance hosted an exciting free workshop at the Talent Library - Business Building Blocks Foundations: 3 Key Things Your Business Needs for Healthy Growth , facilitated by Maria Chunn! A huge thank you to our facilitator, Maria of Mizzenmast Money and Mentoring , for sharing her expertise in such an approachable way. Maria has spent nearly a decade helping individuals and businesses get financially organized, and her passion for holistic financ
Thank You to Our March Mixer Hosts: Plectrum Music Co.
What a wonderful evening! On Monday, March 16th, the Talent Business Alliance along with friends and neighbors from Talent and Phoenix gathered for our March local business mixer, graciously hosted by Plectrum Music Co. at their brand-new location in Talent. From 6:00 to 7:00 pm, small business owners came together to connect, share ideas, and build community, all while surrounded by the sights and sounds of a great local music shop. "With musical accommodations for both th
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Talent Evening Markets Return for 2026 Season
Talent Business Alliance and Golden Grove Collective Announce Four-Night Summer Market Series in Downtown Talent TALENT, OR - The Talent Business Alliance and Golden Grove Collective are proud to announce the return of the beloved Talent Artisans & Growers Evening Markets for the 2026 season. The popular outdoor markets will be held on the 4th Friday of each month, May through August, from 5pm to sunset at Old Town Park, located at the corner of Main Street and John Street i
Mar 272 min read
Business Building Blocks: Recapping Our March Workshop
This week, the Talent Business Alliance hosted an exciting free workshop at the Talent Library - Business Building Blocks Foundations: 3 Key Things Your Business Needs for Healthy Growth , facilitated by Maria Chunn! A huge thank you to our facilitator, Maria of Mizzenmast Money and Mentoring , for sharing her expertise in such an approachable way. Maria has spent nearly a decade helping individuals and businesses get financially organized, and her passion for holistic financ
Mar 271 min read
Thank You to Our March Mixer Hosts: Plectrum Music Co.
What a wonderful evening! On Monday, March 16th, the Talent Business Alliance along with friends and neighbors from Talent and Phoenix gathered for our March local business mixer, graciously hosted by Plectrum Music Co. at their brand-new location in Talent. From 6:00 to 7:00 pm, small business owners came together to connect, share ideas, and build community, all while surrounded by the sights and sounds of a great local music shop. "With musical accommodations for both th
Mar 202 min read
Pedaling Toward Recovery: Talent and Phoenix Win Travel Oregon Competitive Program Award for Wine Country Biking Routes
The Talent Business Alliance has been selected for Travel Oregon’s competitive Recreation Ready Program, bringing expert planning support and up to $100,000 in funding within reach for a cycling network designed to rebuild the region’s economy and spirit. Five years ago, the communities of Talent and Phoenix, Oregon watched the Almeda Fire tear through their neighborhoods, destroying more than 2,500 homes and 198 businesses in what became the largest urban fire in Oregon’s re
Mar 173 min read
Monthly Mixer Recap: Community and New Connections at Studio 160
After a brief weather delay (from the February 17th snow day, to February 24th), the February local business mixer finally came together! What was originally scheduled for February 17 got pushed back a week due to snow, but that didn't dampen the enthusiasm of Talent and Phoenix business owners who gathered on February 24 at brand-new photography studio, Studio 160 on North Pacific Highway! The beautiful new studio buzzed with conversation as local entrepreneurs connected, sh
Feb 272 min read
Now Hiring: Bilingual Business Specialist to Champion Southern Oregon Entrepreneurs
The Talent Business Alliance seeks a community-minded bilingual professional to provide hands-on business coaching, destination development support, and technical assistance to micro-enterprises in Talent and Phoenix. Talent, OR - The Talent Business Alliance is excited to announce an open position for a Bilingual Business Specialist, a part-time role designed for a motivated individual who is passionate about economic development, community empowerment, and the vibrant small
Feb 262 min read
A Year of Vision: Talent & Phoenix Destination Development Strategic Plan
After a year of collaborative planning, community engagement, and shared visioning, we're proud to announce the completion of the Talent & Phoenix Destination Development Strategic Plan, a comprehensive roadmap for our communities' futures as vibrant, sustainable destinations that celebrate our unique creative spirit, agricultural heritage, and the natural beauty of our region. A Community-Driven Process This plan represents far more than a planning document. It embodies the
Jan 234 min read
Talent Business Alliance Mixer & Historic Town Hall Open House: A Night of Community Connection
Talent, Oregon (January 21, 2026) - Last night, local business owners and community members gathered at the Talent City Hall for an evening of community connection and networking. The Talent Business Alliance, in partnership with the City of Talent, hosted a local business mixer and community open house on Tuesday, January 20th, celebrating the ongoing restoration of Talent's Historic Town Hall building, located at 206 E Main St. The event kicked off at 5:30 pm at Talent City
Jan 211 min read
Local Business Community Celebrates the Holidays at Sweet Beet Station Mixer!
Earlier this week, local entrepreneurs and business owners from Talent and Phoenix came together for the December Business Mixer, hosted by Awna Zegzdryn, owner of Sweet Beet Station! In the December mixer tradition, this event featured a creative holiday gift exchange where attendees brought $10 gift certificates from their businesses to share in a white elephant gift exchange game, allowing local business owners to showcase their unique offerings and creating opportunities
Dec 18, 20251 min read
2025: A Year of Vision, Strategic Planning, Collaboration & Community Engagement
“This was our rebuild to renew year. At the Talent Business Alliance, we focused on community-informed strategic planning to lay the groundwork for a promising future for our sweet little town.” - Kimber Parris, Board President As we close out 2025, the Talent Business Alliance is filled with gratitude for this remarkable year! From hundreds gathering at the Talent Holiday Market over Thanksgiving weekend to launching new public art projects celebrating Talent's history, and
Nov 23, 20255 min read
November Business Mixer Recap: A Night of Connection & Community
What a wonderful evening! Thank you to everyone who joined the Talent Business Alliance for the November Business Mixer on Monday evening at Naumes Suncrest Winery. We were thrilled to see over 25 attendees from Talent and Phoenix come together to mix, mingle, and connect. A Special Thank You to Our Hosts A heartfelt thank you to the team at Naumes Suncrest Winery for opening their beautiful venue to us and providing an incredible charcuterie spread! Your hospitality and gen
Nov 20, 20251 min read
Gateway Hub Update: Food Entrepreneurs, We Need Your Input!
Thank you to everyone who has been contributing ideas for the Gateway Hub! What is the Gateway Hub? The Gateway Hub is envisioned as a dynamic, food-focused marketplace and business incubator that will support local entrepreneurs, boost the local economy, and strengthen our community. Proposed for the Gateway site at Highway 99 and Valley View Road, this commercial space could include: Valley View Market : An indoor/outdoor marketplace featuring local produce and Rogue Valley
Oct 27, 20252 min read
Community Comes Together for “Our Stories Through Art” Event
On October 24, the OSTA Project hosted a vibrant evening of creativity, storytelling, and community connection at Art Bop Beer Co. for a special event to celebrate Our Stories Through Art . The event took place alongside the quarterly Talent Art Walk , bringing local artists and neighbors together for a night that showcased Talent. A Celebration of Art, Storytelling, and Community Attendees explored the vision behind Our Stories Through Art , a public art initiative that cel
Oct 25, 20252 min read
Recap: A Night of Connection at the October Talent Business Mixer
This past Monday, local entrepreneurs and business owners gathered at new business, Hair Sanctuary in Talent for the October Local Business Mixer—and what a night it was! Hair Sanctuary , Southern Oregon’s first luxury fume-free salon, served as warm and inviting hosts for the evening. Owned by seasoned stylist and beauty industry educator Tiana Boruff , the salon provided a truly beautiful setting for the event. Attendees were welcomed into the serene space with a thoughtfu
Oct 22, 20252 min read
OSTA Project Hosts Community Art Event During Talent's Fourth Friday Art Walk
Talent, Oregon - The Our Stories Through Art (OSTA) coalition invites the community to join an evening of creativity, learning, and connection at a special educational event for the OSTA project on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 5 - 7 pm outside of Art Bop Beer Co., located at 102 Talent Avenue. Coinciding with Talent's quarterly Art Walk, this free community gathering will offer residents and visitors a chance to learn about the OSTA initiative, explore current projects in
Oct 20, 20252 min read
September Business Mixer Recap: Gathering at the Talent Library
On Thursday, September 18, Talent and Phoenix businesses gathered for the September Business Mixer hosted at the Talent Branch of the...
Sep 22, 20251 min read
Talent Launches New Phase of Gateway Murals with Community Collaboration & Public Art Installation
Our Stories Through Art (OSTA), a community-driven initiative celebrating local voices and culture, is launching the next chapter of the...
Sep 1, 20252 min read
August Business Mixer Recap: Celebrating Community & 2 Years of Plectrum Music Co. in Talent!
On Tuesday, August 12, local business owners from Talent and Phoenix gathered at Plectrum Music Co. for networking and celebration of...
Aug 18, 20251 min read
Vision for the Future – Recap of the Creative & Cultural District Visioning Workshop
On Monday, August 11, the Talent Business Alliance hosted a dynamic and inspiring Creative & Cultural District Visioning Workshop at...
Aug 13, 20252 min read
July Local Business Mixer Recap: Sipping, Connecting & Celebrating at Naumes Suncrest Winery
The July Local Business Mixer was an absolute success, and we owe a huge thank you to Naumes Suncrest Winery for being such incredible...
Jul 17, 20251 min read
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