(Photos courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) Since 2008, High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) has grown from a small organization dedicated to chamber music into an established part of Central Oregon’s cultural community, presenting exceptional performances, educational programs, and meaningful opportunities for connection. As HDCM enters its 19th season, the organization is embarking on its…
(Photo courtesy of BendFilm) 2026 Bend Film Festival Competition Features Announced! It’s really here! It’s time to begin the film announcements for the 23rd annual Bend Film Fest! We’re starting this week with our announcements for the competition features, which include: 8 Narrative Features 8 Documentary Features 3 Environmental/Outdoor Features 3 Indigenous Features Announcements will continue for…
Oregon’s revitalized Arts & Culture Awards and Summit returns to the Oregon Convention Center December 1-2, 2026, and nominations for the 2026 Arts & Culture Awards are open now. Oregon’s cultural sector is a powerhouse, supporting more than 50,000 jobs and contributing $8.9 billion to the state’s economy each year. Oregon is also consistently ranked…
(Graphic courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) Let the light pass through and soak up knowledge with “Know Transparent” this September. Reflect on instrumental music and spoken-word poetry together as a contemplative practice. Explore the world and plot of William Shakespeare’s famous play Julius Caesar in a two-part series. Simplify your life with tips and tricks…
(Photo courtesy of High Desert Museum) Find Your Favorite Artwork During Art in the West! This juried fine art exhibition showcases 120+ artworks from acclaimed regional and national artists, featuring the landscapes, wildlife, people, cultures, and history of the High Desert. Explore this exceptional collection on view in person and place your bids online. Bid…
(Catalog cover courtesy The Museum at Warm Springs) A 96-page lavishly-illustrated, full-color catalog (ISBN 979-8-234-07660-1) has been published by The Museum at Warm Springs to celebrate The Museum’s current exhibition, Lillian Pitt: Art, Memory, Home. It is on sale now through October 10, 2026 in The Museum’s gift shop and available at a wholesale price…
For the first time, Sunriver Resort is inviting artists and creatives of all experience levels to design the cover of its 2026 Traditions Guide, the resort’s annual guide to its holiday celebration and programming. The contest offers an artist the chance to have their original work featured to thousands of guests over several months. Illustration,…
The Art Resources Team at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon‘s Linus Pauling Gallery invite your submissions for our upcoming exhibit: YUMM. Exhibit dates are November 8, 2026 through February 7, 2027. Deadline for submissions is 5pm on October 1, 2026. Calling all artists to join us for a grand show highlighting the world…
(Photo courtesy of Hayden Homes Amphitheater) NEEDTOBREATHE Thursday, August 20 Doors 5pm Show 6:30pm NEEDTOBREATHE deliver their distinctive blend of Americana, alt-rock, and spiritual depth this Thursday while on the road for their new album, “The Long Surrender.” Led by the early standout “Momma Loves Me” featuring The Red Clay Strays, the album reflects themes of faith,…
Worthy Brewing has also generously offered to donate 20% of the evening’s bar proceeds to our cause! So even coming out for a drink, bringing some friends, and hanging out with us helps. The more people we can get through the doors, the bigger the impact! These events are raising money for Community Health Resource,…
