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…
(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…
(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…
((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…
(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….
((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…
(Photos courtesy of One Stop Writing Shop) What do you do when you’ve owned and run some of the most renowned eateries in Central Oregon, including Bend’s The Victorian Café, Camp Sherman’s The Kokanee Café, Sunriver’s The Trout House, and Redmond’s The Pig and Pound? If you’re local restaurateur Paul Mercer, you open The McArthur…
(Peter Wiley) High Desert Chamber Music, in partnership with the Cascade School of Music, invites aspiring musicians to audition for a Master Class led by legendary cellist Peter Wiley. This event is made possible by support from the Brooks Resources Corporation and the Oregon chapter of the American String Teachers Association. Event Details: Date: Saturday,…
(The popular indoor flight program Sky Hunters returns to the Museum on Saturday, March 21 through Saturday, March 28 | Photo by John Williams) Spring Break at the Museum Get ready to spring into wonder! Spring is finally here, and the Museum is packed with experiences, special programs, and unique exhibitions for all ages —…
(William Blair, artwork by William Blair) As a multidisciplinary artist, William moves seamlessly between crafting clay vessels, painting surreal dreamscapes, and running a business designing huge outdoor water features where stone, plants, and water interact harmoniously. “My first love is the outdoors, and that love influences all that I create, whether it’s a backyard waterfall…
