(Artwork courtesy of High Desert Museum) Join us for an unforgettable evening of wonder and generosity as we come together to support the High Desert Museum and the place we call home. One of Central Oregon’s longest-running and most anticipated fundraising events, High Desert Rendezvous begins at 5pm with a lively reception, hosted bar, and…
(Artwork by Casey Gardner) My paintings are an invitation to step into a world where imagination is still alive, and wonder can be found around every corner. Inspired by whimsical animals, magical unicorns, vintage VW buses, wildflowers, and the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, my work celebrates joy, freedom, and the stories we create along…
((L-R) Fixated Prophecy by Valerie Winterholler, No Sheriff Here by J. Dylan Cavin and Nine Chiefs by Arturo Garcia) Art in the West Reveals New Visions of the High Desert From canvas to photographs to sculptures, the 2026 Art in the West exhibition and online auction features the very best of art inspired by the…
BEND // OLD MILL artHouse LTA 113 NW Minnesota Ave. 541-337-9985 • instagram.com/arthouse.lta artHouse LTA invites the community to experience My Color Weighs a Ton, a new exhibition by founder and artist Gabriel LTA (a.k.a. yrstruly), opening during Bend’s First Friday Art Walk on August 7 from 5-9pm. The exhibition premieres a predominantly new collection…
(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 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…
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….
