(Photos courtesy of Scalehouse) The Spaciousness of Change: Artist Talk Thursday, August 27, 2026 5:30pm at Scalehouse Join artists Kathleen Caprario, Sarah Grew, Sandra Honda, and Mei-ling Lee for a conversation exploring the impacts of climate change in Central Oregon, where drought, wildfire, heat domes, and other extreme events are reshaping the landscape and daily…
(Photo by Ali Murray) The Young Listeners’ Guild offers a limited number of free tickets to ages 17 and under with the purchase of a regular-priced concert ticket (BOGO). This applies to all concerts, all sections, and is a wonderful gift to the future of music. Visit sunrivermusic.org for full schedule of the Aug 10-20…
(Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony) Music That Connects. Performances That Inspire. We are delighted to welcome you to the Central Oregon Symphony’s (COS) 2026–2027 season as Jonathan Moore begins his inaugural year as Music Director. His vision for the Symphony is rooted in artistic excellence, meaningful community engagement, and a thoughtful balance of beloved…
(Photo courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) Central Library Grand Opening Community Day Celebrate the grand opening of Central Library with an afternoon of art, culture, creativity, and family fun! Enjoy presentations from 25th U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze, Oregon Poet Laureate Ellen Waterstron, our Indigenous Neighbor Nations, and the artists whose work brings the library…
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…
(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…
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,…
(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…
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….
(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…
