The Deschutes Historical Museum hosts its fifth annual outdoor Antique Fair on Saturday, August 8 from 9am-4pm. This event is free to the public. Explore vintage and antiques from vendors all over Oregon. Whether your passion is glass, dishes, fiber arts, or militaria, you are sure to find a treasure that speaks to you! Enjoy…
Articles
Bend Filmmaker’s Cosmic Heirloom Named Oregon Short Film Festival Award Finalist
(Photos courtesy of Song of Sunset) Cosmic Heirloom: Buried 400 Years, the first film scheduled to screen during Song of Sunset: Underground this fall, has been named an award finalist at the Oregon Short Film Festival. The 12-minute documentary will screen Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the Clinton Street Theater in Portland. The recognition arrives…
Back by Popular Demand: Mason Via!
Every year we bring back one artist from the previous festival based on popularity, and honestly? Vibes. This artist is our “Encore Act,” a highly coveted spot in the folk festival world. This year’s Encore Act? The beloved Appalachian troubadour and protector of Parks, Mason Via! Catch this dashing Southern gentleman back in Sisters on Friday,…
Annual Quilt Show in Sunriver
(Photo courtesy of Mountain Meadow Quilters) Mark your calendars for the 38th Sunriver Quilt Show, where over 100 brightly colored quilts go on display in The Village at Sunriver. Hosted by Mountain Meadow Quilters, this popular Central Oregon event features exceptional quilts, community exhibits and a celebration of quilting artistry. Some of these quilts, along…
Annual Matsuri August 8
On August 8, Tomi Mart will be hosting the annual Matsuri (ANHPI Community Festival) along with the Fourth Annual Ramen Eating Contest. This year’s celebration will feature nearly 30 vendors, performers and makers of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage (ANHPI). The event will take place in Tomi Mart’s back parking lot from 2-7:30pm, with the Ramen Eating Contest beginning at 6pm….
BEAT Children’s Theatre Celebrates Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th Birthday!
(Photo courtesy of BEAT Children’s Theatre) This Summer, BEAT Children’s Theatre is proud to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the publishing of the original Winnie-the-Pooh stories with their production, Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A. Milne, adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller. Starring all your favorite Pooh characters – Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Kanga, Roo and, of course, the lovable…
High Desert Rendezvous to Honor the Swindells Family on August 22
(Artwork courtesy of High Desert Museum) Tickets are now available for Central Oregon’s longest-running charitable gala, High Desert Rendezvous, returning for its 37th year on Saturday, August 22. The annual celebration welcomes supporters for an evening of connection, philanthropy, and unforgettable High Desert experiences. An individual ticket for Rendezvous is $200 for members and $250…
Art in the West: Bidding Now Open!
2026 Art in the West Online Auction Bidding Now Open Find Your Favorite Bidding is now open for this year’s Art in the West collection, featuring more than 120 juried artworks by acclaimed artists. Place Your Bid View the Guide Ready to explore the exhibition in person? Visit the Museum now through October 2 and…
MusicOregon Brief
MusicOregon Statewide Listening Tour: Virtual Session – July 30, 5:30pm Join us for MusicOregon’s final listening session, a Zoom gathering for anyone who wasn’t able to attend one of our in-person events. This event is specifically designed to reach communities outside the Portland Metro area. This is your chance to share what’s working in your…
PLAYA Presents Open Studio Tours This August
(Photo courtesy of PLAYA) PLAYA, the art and science nonprofit organization nestled in the high desert of Lake County, Oregon, is presenting its next PLAYA Presents Open Studio Tours event. The free open house will take place on Saturday, August 8, from 3-5pm at the PLAYA campus, located at 47531 Hwy. 31 in Summer Lake….