((Left) Jenny Anderson (Right) Rachel Grady) Cascades Academy’s Education Series is exploring the growing challenge of teen disengagement — and how young people can shift from digital distraction to real-world connection, deeper learning, and meaningful relationships. Monday, February 9, 6-7:30pm The Disengaged Teen An Evening with Author Jenny Anderson Hear directly from The Disengaged Teen…
(Photo courtesy of COCC) With a theme of “Her Power, Our Resilience,” Black History Month at Central Oregon Community College includes a student-led empowerment retreat (February 7), a documentary film on Toni Morrison (February 10), community forums (February 18), a cultural dinner event (February 20), a talk by New York Times-bestselling author Ijeoma Oluo (February…
Mountain View High School is proud to announce its upcoming production of Little Women: The Musical, a heartwarming adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel. An inspiring journey of family, hope, and heart—told through unforgettable music. About the Show: Set during the Civil War era, Little Women: The Musical follows the lives of the four March sisters—Jo, Meg,…
(Photo courtesy of AthertonPR) Sahasi Chori (Brave Girl), the critically acclaimed short thriller directed by Erin Galey, is set for re-release on major streaming platforms, including Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube TV, on January 15, 2026. The film addresses the issue of sex trafficking of young girls, as relevant an issue as it was in…
(Photo by Lê Minh) The City of Bend has launched its 2026 One Water Student Video Contest honoring the 100-year anniversary of the City’s Water Services. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to produce a 30‑second video celebrating a century of exceptional water to highlight Bend’s water history, its impact on the community and the…
(Photo courtesy of The Environmental Center) Mountainfilm on Tour – Bend, the annual crowd-favorite fundraiser for The Environmental Center, is scheduled to return on February 6-7. This event features inspiring documentary films curated from the annual Mountainfilm festival held in Telluride, Colorado, and a raffle to support The Environmental Center’s mission to embed sustainability into…
Announcing Ellipse Theatre Community’s 2026–27 Season! Four unforgettable productions. Four totally different worlds. Infinite reasons to join us. Here’s what’s hitting our stage: About the Productions The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde – September/October 2026 Wilde’s iconic comedy bursts with wit, charm, and deliciously scandalous chaos. Secret identities, clever banter, unexpected twists —…
(Rae Velez, Rowan Roberts, Abby James, Rosa Jones, Waverly Mestas and Ryann Fyfe | Photo by Brooklyn Wagner) Performing: January 21-24, 2026 Location: Ponderosa Playhouse: 211 NE Revere Ave., Ste. 4, Bend Tickets Available at: ponderosaplayers.com/tickets Ponderosa Players was founded in May of 2023 by Dash and Kisky Holwerda and has since carved out an…
(Photo courtesy of Ovation Performing Arts) Ovation Performing Arts (OPA) is proud to combine youth and adult talent to present the first Oregon production of DreamWorks’ The Prince of Egypt to kick off the new year, January 2-4 and 9-11 at Ridgeview High School, 4555 SW Elkhorn Ave. Tickets are $15. Based on the beloved…
(Photo courtesy of BendFilm) Passes for the 2026 Bend Film Festival are on sale. This is the moment to rally your film festival posse and mark your new calendars together. Pass holders get early entry to screenings before individual tickets open, which makes it easier to coordinate schedules, grab seats together, and move through the…
