(Where the Sky Bleeds Pink and the Wolves Run Wild by Gracie, sixth grade) We welcome everyone to what we hope is a prosperous 2026. Last year was an exciting year with the growth of many of the galleries in Sunriver, and the addition of the gallery space at the Public Safety Building. With the…
Central Oregon Regional Art
Art Adventure Gallery Kicks Off 40th Year
((L-R) Wrangler; My Saddle, graphite on paper; Old Tree: New Life, ink on paper) Art Adventure Gallery in downtown Madras is kicking off its 40th year of supporting the arts and artists of Jefferson County and beyond. The featured artist for January and February is Mike Kelly, with an artist reception on January 8 (rescheduled…
Fine Art in the New Year
((Left) Oil painting by Bonnie Junell (Right) Metal art by Anton Yakushev) The Artists’ Gallery in the Village at Sunriver offers a wide range of original art. Treasures range from original art greeting cards and bookmarks to fine art pieces that are family heirlooms. In the month of January, the Gallery features two fine art…
Fill the Tower With Love on Valentine’s Day!
(Tesla Quartet. Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) Concert Series returns on Saturday, February 14, at 7:30pm with a special Valentine’s Day performance. The program features works inspired by love and romance, and concert-goers will receive a rose and treat from Goody’s Chocolates. This concert is brought to you…
Help Us Reach Our End of Year Goal
Thanks to you, we are providing people of all ages with the opportunity to imagine what is possible; to see themselves in the artwork displayed in our Gallery, and to dream of a creative life. Your support allows us to share humanity through visual means, creating opportunities to connect beyond language. Thanks to you, we…
Hayden Homes Amphitheater Sets Standard for Sustainability at Live Nation Outdoor Venues in 2025
(Hayden Homes Amphitheater Green Team | Photo courtesy of Hayden Homes Amphitheater) The Hayden Homes Amphitheater continues to lead the industry in sustainable venue operations, delivering consistent, measurable results that make every show more environmentally responsible. During the 2025 season, the venue achieved a 93.5 percent landfill diversion rate through its commitment to eliminating single-use…
2025 Wrapped
2025 Library Wrapped Who doesn’t love a good year-in-review? In 2025, customers checked out more than 2.5 million items, we welcomed nearly 17,000 new cardholders, and you showed up in big ways both online and in person. From beloved books and audiobooks to a busy year for the Library of Things, your curiosity and creativity…
2025 High Desert Museum Highlights
(Photo by Kyle Kosma) It’s been a memorable and uplifting year, filled with awe-inspiring moments and amazing milestones — from celebrations and workshops to programs and wildlife. It’s clear that we are a Museum without walls, bringing wonder and learning to the community! Let’s take a closer look at some of the highlights of 2025….
Moonlight Ski Concert
(Photo courtesy of Paula Dreyer) Pianist and composer Paula Dreyer brings her signature Moonlight Ski Concert – Piano at Meissner back to the Virginia Meissner Sno-Park on Saturday, January 3, with two evening performances from 5-6pm and 7-8pm. This immersive winter concert invites guests to experience live piano music in a candlelit forest setting. Audience…
Ponderosa Players Presents The Little Prince
(Rae Velez, Rowan Roberts, Abby James, Rosa Jones, Waverly Mestas and Ryann Fyfe | Photo by Brooklyn Wagner) Performing: January 21-24, 2026 Location: Ponderosa Playhouse: 211 NE Revere Ave., Ste. 4, Bend Tickets Available at: ponderosaplayers.com/tickets Ponderosa Players was founded in May of 2023 by Dash and Kisky Holwerda and has since carved out an…