(Photos courtesy of Old Mill) Magnificent Magical Creatures The Old Mill District’s family-friendly Halloween block party is this Friday, October 31, from 4-7pm Come celebrate all things ghoulishly delightful as the entire district transforms into a hauntingly joyful playground. From trick-or-treating at our welcoming shops to watching the spectacle of costumed pets parading, to the sight of Central Oregon Aerial Artists…

Bring your nonperishable food donation and bid on original paintings by Kathy Deggendorfer and Susan Luckey Higdon — each one spectacularly custom framed by High Desert Frameworks. Not into the bidding drama? No problem! We’ve got a BUY IT NOW option — Call 541-904-4722 for details. 100% of proceeds benefit the Sisters Kiwanis Foundation Food…

(Representatives from Discovery West, Visit Bend, Bend Park and Recreation, neighbors and community members gathered in Discovery Park for The Legend of Coyote and Crow art dedication event | Photo courtesy of Discovery West) Discovery West and the Bend Park and Recreation District hosted a dedication event recently for new public art by celebrated Warm…

(Photo courtesy of BEAT Children’s Theatre) Based on the hit DreamWorks animated film and Broadway musical, Shrek the Musical Jr. brings all your favorite characters to life in a fun, fast-paced and heartwarming stage adaptation. Follow Shrek, Donkey, Fiona and a colorful cast of fairytale misfits as they discover the power of friendship, acceptance and…

(Graphic courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) Every great solution begins with a curious mind. Put on your detective hat and dive into “Know Problem” this November with Deschutes Public Library. Investigate the deepest mysteries of the universe and let your curiosity meaningfully contribute to science. Join a collective meditation and sharing circle to honor nature….