(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…
(Artwork courtesy of High Desert Museum) Tickets are now available for Central Oregon’s longest-running charitable gala, High Desert Rendezvous, returning for its 37th year on Saturday, August 22. The annual celebration welcomes supporters for an evening of connection, philanthropy, and unforgettable High Desert experiences. An individual ticket for Rendezvous is $200 for members and $250…
2026 Art in the West Online Auction Bidding Now Open Find Your Favorite Bidding is now open for this year’s Art in the West collection, featuring more than 120 juried artworks by acclaimed artists. Place Your Bid View the Guide Ready to explore the exhibition in person? Visit the Museum now through October 2 and…
((L-R, T-B) HDCM Board of Directors Ethan Gray, Phil Machonis, Jessica Higgins, Leslie Barbour, Paul MacMillan, Jeff Patterson, Sheryl Spann and Charlie Wintch. Photos courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) announces the appointment of Jessica Higgins and Paul MaMillan to its Board of Directors while recognizing the dedicated service of…
(Photo courtesy of Scalehouse) In the Gallery: The Spaciousness of Change On View: Wednesday – Saturday, 11 AM-4 PM Central Oregon is no stranger to the impacts of climate change. Whether we talk about drought, wildfire and accompanying smoke, heat domes and other extreme weather and water events, climate change is changing the landscape in…
Before pianist Hunter Noack began traveling the West with a nine-foot Steinway grand piano, he lived two blocks from Drake Park. Noack spent his earliest years in Bend before his family moved to Sunriver, where the forests, lakes, volcanic terrain, and open skies of Central Oregon shaped his childhood. This August, he returns for three…
(Photo courtesy of Bend Film Festival) Did you watch it?! I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling a bit nostalgic and also so excited for this year’s festival! This is going to be the 23rd occurrence of the Bend Film Festival. With a passionate new leadership team, inspired energy, and a strong vision for this year…
(Photo courtesy of Hayden Homes Amphitheater) Wynonna Judd + Melissa Etheridge Thursday, July 23 Doors 5pm Show 6:30pm As if you needed a reason to bust out your finest black leather jacket, but here it is: Wynonna Judd’s unmistakable country soul joins forces with Melissa Etheridge’s road-tested rock edge for one unforgettable night this Thursday,…
(Graphic courtesy of Garret T. Willie) Canadian blues-rock guitarist Garret T. Willie has announced a seven-date US run this July in support of his acclaimed 2026 album Bill’s Cafe, out now on Cordova Bay/Gulf Coast Records. The Bill’s Cafe Tour touches down across Washington and Oregon beginning July 16, with a marquee appearance at the…
Want to Be Part of the 2026 Crew? We’re looking for several people to help run this year’s festival and Basecamp. These seasonal festival roles help bring BendFilm to life, from hosting screening venues and supporting on-site logistics to coordinating filmmaker hospitality, transportation, and Basecamp operations. Each position plays a key role in keeping the festival running…
