(Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Mastersingers) The Central Oregon Mastersingers culminate two decades of choral excellence with their 20th anniversary season finale, We Are the Music Makers, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 7pm. Led by Artistic Director and Conductor Christian Clark, this milestone performance at the historic Tower Theatre honors the ensemble’s rich history…
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Limited Tickets Remain for Trio Bohémo Central Oregon Debut
(Trio Bohemo | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) 2025-26 season, presented by Washington Trust Bank and Lynch Murphy McLane LLP, will continue this week with the Central Oregon debut of Trio Bohémo. This electrifying Czech piano trio has taken the international stage by storm since their debut in…
Join Us This Spring for Maestro Gesme’s Final Concerts
(Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony) Announcing our Spring Concerts Chamber Concerts and Spring Concert Series It’s not too late to become a member and reserve your tickets for the remainder of our spring concerts as we celebrate Maestro Gesme in his final season with the Central Oregon Symphony. You won’t want to miss our…
New Central Library Opening Date Set
(Photos and graphics | courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) We are excited to open the doors to your newest Deschutes Public Library location on Monday, May 11, at 9am. Books are being added to the shelves, furniture is being set in place, and staff are learning about all aspects of the Central Library. About the…
An Evening of Music & Community Impact
OSU-Cascades and PRAx Present Grammy-winning and Putlizer Prize finalist musicians Join us for a powerful, Grammy-nominated collaboration featuring the award-winning wind ensemble Imani Winds and virtuoso percussionist Andy Akiho. Imani Winds, a Grammy-winning and four-time nominated ensemble, has redefined what a wind quintet can be. Their inventive repertoire and bold, thought-provoking performances have inspired audiences around…
Final Days to Experience Soil Alive!
(Photo by Abbott Schindler) Exhibition Closing: Soil Alive! Journey underground and explore the world beneath our feet Dig into Soil Alive!, an original exhibition that delves into the world beneath our feet, from the thousands of relationships that make healthy soil healthy to learning how to protect and conserve soil. The family-friendly exhibition includes interactive…
Hanging Flower Baskets & Culinary Herb Baskets for HDCM Educational Outreach
(Photos courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music is offering hanging flower baskets and culinary herb baskets to fund Educational Outreach efforts. These 12″ diameter baskets will at a minimum double in size, and you can choose from a large variety of high-quality mixed flower baskets. For those who like to cook…
Oregon Arts Commission Announces New Leadership for 2026
((Left) Jason Holland, (Right) Jenny Stadler) The Oregon Arts Commission is pleased to announce the election of Jason Holland as the new Commission Chair and Jenny Stadler as Vice Chair. The leadership transition, finalized during the Commission’s December 2025 meeting, officially takes effect this month. As the Commission enters this new chapter, it extends its…
ETC Presents Into the Breeches!
(Graphic courtesy of Ellipse Theatre Community) Ellipse Theatre Community (ETC) is proud to announce its upcoming touring production of Into the Breeches! by acclaimed playwright George Brant, directed by Juliah Rae. The production will tour across Central Oregon from April 10 through May 2, bringing this uplifting and timely comedy to audiences throughout the region….
Where Wildlife Glows in Living Color
((Left) Elk in the Mist by Vivian C. Olsen. (Right) Noir Wolf by Vivian C. Olsen) When I’m painting I’m feeling happy — and I want my watercolors to send those emotions to others as they view my art. Some examples of my subjects are Barn Owl Family, showing a quiet moment for a mother…