(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…
Central Oregon Regional Art
Art in the West: Bidding Now Open!
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…
New Show Announcement
It’s never too early to start planning for a night out at The Belfry! Get your tickets to see Two Runner, featuring the singer-songwriter and folk artist Paige Anderson, on Saturday, December 12 in Sisters. With beautiful string arrangements, intimate confessionals, and rollicking hymns, this show is guaranteed to be a beautiful night of folk…
High Desert Chamber Music Announces New Board Appointments, Honors Rick Samco’s Years of Service
((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…
Next Up at Scalehouse
(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…
Music Legends in Sisters
Certified Legends: John Gorka & Michael Cleveland Some artists don’t just master their craft; they help define it. This year, we’re honored to welcome two living legends to Sisters Folk Festival. For decades, Michael Cleveland has set the standard for bluegrass fiddle, earning a Grammy Award and more IBMA Fiddle Player of the Year honors…
Hunter Noack Brings IN A LANDSCAPE Home to Central Oregon
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…
Hate To Be a Tease…
(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…
Coming Soon to the Amphitheater
(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,…
Garret T. Willie Brings the Bill’s Cafe Tour to the Pacific Northwest
(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…