Tickets on Sale Tuesday, December 3 Jackalope Jamboree has revealed the full artist lineup for its 2025 festival, taking place June 26-28 at the historic Happy Canyon Arena in Pendleton, Oregon. Next year’s festival will feature over thirty Americana and country music performances across three stages, with renowned artists like Midland, Paul Cauthen and 49…
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Explore Newly Added Community Education Courses at COCC
(Images courtesy of COCC) This winter, take the opportunity to learn something new, meet like-minded individuals, and enrich your life in ways you never imagined. Don’t wait — register today and embrace the possibilities of lifelong learning! To register, click on title or call 541-383-7270. Creative Arts Intro. to Drawing the Human Form: Open Lab…
Get Ready to be Blown Away by the Extraordinary Holiday Magic 2024
(Photo courtesy of Cascade Chorale) Join the Cascade Chorale on December 7th and 8th for an unforgettable concert experience at the Tower Theatre! The Cascade Chorale (that’s Chorale like “corral” not choral like “coral”) is the flagship chorus of the Central Oregon Community that takes community to heart in their annual Holiday Magic concert. The…
COCC Holiday Happenings
(COCC’s Redmond Community Choir to perform Sounds of the Season on December 15 | Photo courtesy of COCC) COCC’s Tuba Christmas Tuba Christmas, an all-tuba-and-euphonium instrumental tradition now in its fourth year at Central Oregon Community College (COCC), returns to perform holiday songs at Wille Hall on the Bend campus, from 2-3pm on Saturday, December…
HDCM 17th Annual Gala Features Three New Student Ensembles
((L-R) Spotlight Chamber Players Jonathan Cupit, Parker Carlson, Aaron Goyal, Leah May, Ezra Oncken, Madeleine Bloom and Perrin Standen | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) 17th Annual Gala will feature three new student ensembles — a string quartet, violin duo, and guitar/cello duo. This annual event includes a…
Central Oregon Mastersingers to Perform Holiday Concert at the Tower Theatre
(Central Oregon Mastersingers at the Tower in 2023 | Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Mastersingers) Central Oregon Mastersingers, a choir known for their artistic excellence and commitment to enriching the cultural landscape of Central Oregon, is thrilled to present Festival of Carols! at The Tower Theatre on December 14 at 7pm and December 15 at…
“Know Merriment” this December with Deschutes Public Library
(Graphic courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) The days are growing shorter but that doesn’t mean you can’t pack them full of fun and splendor for “Know Merriment” this December. Take a DIY approach to gift giving with creative holiday cards, tasty seasonal shrubs, and community gift-wrapping parties. Enjoy sounds of the season from the Redmond…
Bend’s Winter & Holiday Guide is Here
(Photo courtesy of Old Mill District) Your Guide to Snow Much Fun Discover the digital 2024/2025 Bend’s Winter Guide packed with Holiday Happenings and things to do around town. From shopping to dining and outdoor adventures, it’s your go-to resource for a magical season. Guides available at Old Mill District shops to help plan your perfect…
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Maragas Winery
(Photo courtesy of Maragas Winder) Step into the warmth of the season with Maragas Winery’s old fashioned Christmas Eve tradition. The winery transforms into a cozy haven filled with festive cheer while guests savor complimentary mulled wine, enjoy spiced popcorn, and are serenaded by live holiday music performed by Samantha Maragas from the Pittsburgh Conservatory….
OPA Presents Cinderella
(Graphic courtesy of Ovation Performing Arts) Ovation Performing Arts (OPA) waltzes into the new year with a magical production of Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s Broadway version of Cinderella. The musical will run six shows, January 3-12, at Ridgeview High School, 4555 SW Elkhorn Ave. Tickets are $14 or $48 for a family four-pack. “Cinderella has been…