(The Redmond Community Choir will perform Sounds of the Season on December 11 | Photo courtesy of COCC) Cascade Chorale, a Central Oregon Community Class (COCC) class, will present its annual Holiday Magic show of holiday songs with Jazz Central, under direction of COCC’s James W. Knox, and cellist Chris Thomas, an award-winning composer and…
((L) Golden Eagle Family (R) Barn Owl Family | Art by Vivian Olsen) “When I’m painting, I’m feeling happy,” Vivian Olsen says, “and I hope my artwork mirrors my emotions and projects those feelings to others. Barn Owl Mom and her babes, and a frolicking painting of Magpies At Play are watercolor paintings that portray…
(Graphic courtesy of High Desert Museum) Cozy Up at Winter Nights Be it a date night or family outing, the Museum offers you a festive night out “after hours” with Winter Nights! Every Thursday in December, the Museum will stay open until 7:30pm for you to explore new exhibits and activities for all. December 1…
(Photo | Courtesy of Old Mill District) The holidays are back in a big way in the Old Mill District. From a family run/walk on Thanksgiving to visits with Santa and a community menorah lighting, mark your calendars and join in the fun! “It’s our favorite time of year to bring the community together to celebrate,”…
(Photo | Courtesy of Tower Theatre) In the early years of his young adult life C.S. Lewis believed the story of Christ’s birth was nothing more than feel-good myth. That all changed after a particular encounter with his great friend and fellow author, J.R.R Tolkien. Although both men loved mythology in general, Tolkien was convinced…
The Cascade Chorale’s return to the Tower Theatre for our annual Holiday Magic Concert is now underway! After a two-year hiatus from the Tower due to the pandemic, we are proud to announce our kickoff to the holiday season on the first weekend of December. We will lift our voices and community spirits in the…
(Photography by Nancy Floyd) Walking Through the Desert with My Eyes Closed Featuring Nancy Floyd On View through December 31, 2022 I initially traveled to Death Valley National Park in California each year as a way to explore a beautiful, often inhospitable landscape. However, after a few years of annual sojourns to the desert, it…
(A beautiful sunrise taken last week while beginning winemaking for the day | Photo courtesy of Maragas Winery) This Sunday, November 20, Live Jazz returns to Maragas Winery. Open 12-5pm, Live Jazz begins at 1pm. There’s no cover, all we ask is that you bring food for the Central Oregon Food Bank. Thank you. Featuring: Lisa Dae…
(Photo | Courtesy of High Desert Museum) Spots Open in Winter Kids Camps Thanksgiving week is around the corner, and there are a still a few spots available in our Winter Kids Camp! Next week, it’s all about the Forces of Nature for kiddos in kindergarten through third grade. Your little will investigate the world’s…
The Sunday after Thanksgiving, November 27, is designated as Artists Sunday, a day to support local artists, creators and performers. More than 4,500 professional artists and almost 600 nonprofit art organizations, municipalities and commercial businesses collaborate to offer one-of-a-kind shopping with original works of art, crafts and experiences. This nationwide event champions local artists and…
