(Graphic courtesy of Roundabout Books) Roundabout Books is excited to announce that New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune will be joining us at an event on January 17 at 4pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon to discuss his new novel, The Stars Look Like Home, a triumphant story about a dog…
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Folk Duo Showman & Coole at The Belfry on November 15
((L-R) John Showman and Chris Coole | photo courtesy of SFF Presents) With more than 20 years of history between them, John Showman and Chris Coole have developed a deep, instinctive musical bond. Their sound lives in a unique space on the outskirts of old-time, bluegrass, and folk, weaving traditional fiddle tunes and classic songs…
Indigenous Speakers Series Tonight at High Desert Museum: Tribal Sovereignty
(Roberta “Bobbie” Conner, left, will speak at the High Desert Museum on October 28 | Images courtesy of High Desert Museum) Back for another season, the Indigenous Speakers Series brings Native artists, storytellers, and scholars to the Museum to share the cultures and issues of the High Desert. On Wednesday, October 28, join Roberta “Bobbie”…
A New Realm Opens in Redmond: Pangaea Guild Hall & Bend Burlesque Company Present Fears & Fantasies
(Graphic courtesy of Bend Burlesque Company Something is stirring inside High Desert Music Hall-and Redmond is invited to enter the story. On Friday, October 30, Bend Burlesque Company and Pangaea Guild Hall will present Fears & Fantasies, an immersive dark fantasy experience celebrating Pangaea’s newly opened restaurant and gathering space. Combining burlesque, pole, flow arts,…
Roundabout Books Announces Three November Book Events
(Graphics courtesy of Roundabout Books) On November 3, a panel discussion of decorated women Air Force officers will discuss their experiences as described in Necessary Turbulence: Fifty Years, One Unbreakable Sisterhood Forged in the Crucible of the Air Force Academy. On November 10, Eugene author and artist Emily Poole will discuss her new book, Cascade…
All Together Now: A Community Singalong for Hope & Healing
(Graphic courtesy of KPOV) Our hearts are heavy. Our community is grieving. And in moments like these, it can be difficult to find the right words. In the wake of the heartbreaking tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary, we invite our Central Oregon community to come together to share a little comfort, find connection, and remind…
Announcing Registration & Lottery for BEAT’s Trolls the Musical, Jr.
(Graphic courtesy of BEAT) Trolls Jr. is based on the irreverent DreamWorks Animation movie franchise and features a colorful, wondrous world populated by hilariously unforgettable characters. The show follows the overly optimistic Trolls, constantly with a song on their lips, and the comically pessimistic Bergens, who are only happy when they have Trolls in their…
What Don’t You Know About the Voice You Use Every Day?
(Graphic courtesy of Paulina Springs Books) We use our voices every day—to communicate, connect, teach, lead, express ourselves and be heard. Yet most of us have never been taught how the voice actually works or why it can sometimes feel strong and effortless, strained and unreliable, or difficult to access at all. Professional voice coach…
Trio Zimbalist Makes Central Oregon Debut in HDCM Concert Series
(Trio Zimbalist | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) 2026-27 season, presented by Washington Trust Bank and Lynch Murphy McLane LLP, continues in November with the Central Oregon debut of Trio Zimbalist. Since making their debut in 2021, the young piano trio has quickly built an international reputation for…
Bend Film Festival is Back
(Photo courtesy of Old Mill District) On October 7-11, the Bend Film Festival is making its way to theaters and event spaces across Central Oregon for its 23rd year and film fans, filmmakers, industry professionals and other creatives are already securing their passes and planning their itineraries for the five-day event. To help festival-goers make…