(Graphic courtesy of Madras Performing Arts Center) Community radio station KWSO invites the public to a special screening of the Sundance award-winning documentary BAD PRESS, followed by an insightful panel discussion featuring prominent Indigenous and local journalists. The event will take place on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the Madras Performing Arts Center. This event…
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The Museum at Warm Springs Annual Membership Drive Now Underway
(Photo by Le Edward Kao) Many Oregon collaborators are helping spread the word about the Membership Drive, including Central Oregon LandWatch, City of Bend, Confluence, Deschutes Land Trust, Discover Your Northwest, Dry Canyon Arts Association, High Desert Museum, Jefferson County Arts Association and Art Adventure Gallery, KWSO 91.9 FM Warm Springs Radio, Madras Downtown Association,…
Mother-Daughter Artists Bring a Shared Creative Legacy to Madras
((Left) Rainbow Beach by Emily O’Neal (Right) Singing the Blues by Kathleen Veenstra) Kathleen Veenstra and Emily O’Neal are having a Mother-Daughter art exhibit at Art Adventure Gallery in Madras for September and October. Both are former Santa Fe, New Mexico, artists now happily transplanted to Central Oregon. Emily lives in Bend and Kathleen in…
Father’s Day at Maragas Winery
This Sunday, June 21 Father’s Day Grill & while listening to guitar master “Lino”! Special of the day – Brisket Basket created by the return of guest Top Chef Alex Martin and Sous Chef Alejandra. And a sneak peak at our wine release of “Fresh Red.” Live entertainment by esteemed guitarist “Lino” Click here to sample what awaits your ears on Sunday…
Dry Canyon Community Art Center Call to Artists
We want to show the creativity of Central Oregon artists at the Dry Canyon Community Art Center. We are inviting artists residing in Central Oregon to submit their art for our next exhibition. You do not have to be a member of any art organization. It will be a two-month exhibit of 2-D and 3-D art, from Tuesday,…
Salmon Feast at COCC Madras a Celebration of Culture
(Dancers perform during the 2022 Salmon Bake at the Madras campus | Photo courtesy of COCC) The annual Central Oregon Community College Salmon Bake, a Native American feast and celebration that’s been a regional tradition for more than a quarter century, is set for 11am-3pm on Saturday, May 16, at the newly expanded Madras campus….
Artist Opportunities & Resources from the Arts Commission
(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…
Art Adventure Gallery Marks 40 Years with All Jefferson County Exhibit
((Top row left) Art Adventure Gallery first opened in 1986 in what used to be a restaurant called the Townhouse. The idea started when Marjean Whitehouse was surprised at the interest shown for an art exhibit at the Chamber of Commerce, and decided the city needed a gallery. (Top row right and bottom row left)…
ETC Presents Into the Breeches!
(Graphic courtesy of Ellipse Theatre Community) Ellipse Theatre Community (ETC) is proud to announce its upcoming touring production of Into the Breeches! by acclaimed playwright George Brant, directed by Juliah Rae. The production will tour across Central Oregon from April 10 through May 2, bringing this uplifting and timely comedy to audiences throughout the region….
Find Your Next Adventure!
(Photo courtesy of COCC) Explore, Create, Enjoy! Your one-month snapshot of our upcoming courses. Register today! Culinary, Beer, Wine and Spirits Gluten-Free Baking (Bend) Baking: Sweet Mornings – Biscuits and Sweet Scones (Bend) Appetizers to Impress: Meat, Poultry, Fish (Bend) View More Culinary, Beer, Wine and Spirits Courses Language and Culture Italian for Travelers (Online)…