(Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony) This is a reminder about two easy ways to experience our concert this weekend without a membership or advance tickets: our open dress rehearsal and our Rush Ticket Line. Both offer flexible opportunities to enjoy live symphonic music and be part of this special weekend. We would love for…
((L-R) Hazel (as Mary), Alyx (as Colin) and Julian (as Dickon). Photo courtesy of BEAT Children’s Theatre) This Spring, BEAT Children’s Theatre is delighted to present the classic and beloved story, The Secret Garden, on stage at Open Space Event Studios May 8-17. Adapted by Tim Kelly from the original book by Frances Hodgson Burnett,…
(Peter Wiley and Anna Polonsky. Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) 18th season continues with HDCM Celebrity Recitals featuring acclaimed cellist Peter Wiley and pianist Anna Polonsky, presented by Pahlisch Homes. This highly anticipated concert takes place on Friday, May 15 at 7:30pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The…
(Photo courtesy of Old Mill District) Beloved local business Dudley’s Bookshop is set to launch their second location in the Old Mill District on Friday, May 15th. The new location will open just in time for attendees of Pole Pedal Paddle, and the commencement of concert season taking place just across the footbridge. Only yards…
(Photos courtesy of One Stop Writing Shop) “Oh no! We’re in trouble,” my friend and trusty restaurant review companion exclaimed after her first bite of The Hudson’s smoked pork belly appetizer. Think melt-in-your-mouth fatty goodness balanced with frisée, compressed persimmon and, as the menu says, “crunchy things.” We had started the meal with an amuse…
(Peter Atkinson) The Deschutes Historical Museum presents Rick Atkinson at The Tower Theatre May 13, 2026 at 7 pm. In partnership with the Oregon Historical Society’s Mark O. Hatfield Lecture Series and the official America 250 Oregon statewide commemoration, Deschutes Historical Museum is proud to host a special event with Pulitzer Prize–winning author Rick Atkinson….
(Photo by Abbott Schindler) Spring into May at the Museum Discover, explore, experience, repeat! From educational talks and artful exhibitions to a historically fun game night and a day for the birds, May is the perfect time to discover all the exciting programming at the Museum. Ready to explore? Take a look at some of…
The Bend Handmade Market will return to downtown Bend on Saturday, June 6, 2026, featuring more than 100 independent makers and artisans showcasing handcrafted goods. The free, all-ages outdoor market has become a beloved community event, offering shoppers a curated selection of ceramics, clothing, jewelry, fine art, home décor, and more. “The Bend Handmade Market…
(Masayuki Nagase’s Reflection of Stream is carved, polished and sandblasted basalt stones at OSU-Cascades campus. Installed, 2018) Oregon State University – Cascades is calling for submissions from artists, plus see more public art opportunities, fellowships and artist residences below. Email artist opportunities to Sarah Baylinson, our Art Collection & Artist Services specialist, for consideration in…
(Peter Wiley) On Friday, May 15, High Desert Chamber Music continues its 18th season by welcoming cellist Peter Wiley and pianist Anna Polonsky back to Bend for the Celebrity Recital Series. I recently had the opportunity to speak with Peter about his life in music, the many experiences that have shaped his career, and the…
