(Carter Sickels | Photo courtesy of Oregon State University – Cascades) The award-winning novelist and essayist Carter Sickels will read from his work at Oregon State University – Cascades on May 14 as part of the Master of Fine Arts in Writing’s Distinguished Visiting Writer series. Sickels will present and read from his work at…
(Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Mastersingers) The Central Oregon Mastersingers culminate two decades of choral excellence with their 20th anniversary season finale, We Are the Music Makers, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 7pm. Led by Artistic Director and Conductor Christian Clark, this milestone performance at the historic Tower Theatre honors the ensemble’s rich history…
(Trio Bohemo | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) 2025-26 season, presented by Washington Trust Bank and Lynch Murphy McLane LLP, will continue this week with the Central Oregon debut of Trio Bohémo. This electrifying Czech piano trio has taken the international stage by storm since their debut in…
(Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony) Announcing our Spring Concerts Chamber Concerts and Spring Concert Series It’s not too late to become a member and reserve your tickets for the remainder of our spring concerts as we celebrate Maestro Gesme in his final season with the Central Oregon Symphony. You won’t want to miss our…
(Photos and graphics | courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) We are excited to open the doors to your newest Deschutes Public Library location on Monday, May 11, at 9am. Books are being added to the shelves, furniture is being set in place, and staff are learning about all aspects of the Central Library. About the…
OSU-Cascades and PRAx Present Grammy-winning and Putlizer Prize finalist musicians Join us for a powerful, Grammy-nominated collaboration featuring the award-winning wind ensemble Imani Winds and virtuoso percussionist Andy Akiho. Imani Winds, a Grammy-winning and four-time nominated ensemble, has redefined what a wind quintet can be. Their inventive repertoire and bold, thought-provoking performances have inspired audiences around…
(Photo by Abbott Schindler) Exhibition Closing: Soil Alive! Journey underground and explore the world beneath our feet Dig into Soil Alive!, an original exhibition that delves into the world beneath our feet, from the thousands of relationships that make healthy soil healthy to learning how to protect and conserve soil. The family-friendly exhibition includes interactive…
(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….
(Photos courtesy of One Stop Writing Shop) What do you do when you’ve owned and run some of the most renowned eateries in Central Oregon, including Bend’s The Victorian Café, Camp Sherman’s The Kokanee Café, Sunriver’s The Trout House, and Redmond’s The Pig and Pound? If you’re local restaurateur Paul Mercer, you open The McArthur…
(Peter Wiley) High Desert Chamber Music, in partnership with the Cascade School of Music, invites aspiring musicians to audition for a Master Class led by legendary cellist Peter Wiley. This event is made possible by support from the Brooks Resources Corporation and the Oregon chapter of the American String Teachers Association. Event Details: Date: Saturday,…
