(Photos courtesy of Sunriver Music Festival) From August 2-13, 2025, Sunriver Music Festival presents its 48th season in two spectacular, historic Central Oregon venues — the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend and the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. Performances feature world-class orchestra musicians and renowned soloists, led by Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell. The Festival…
(Snow Flurry by Valerie Smith) Some people inherit their passion through years of practice or discovery, but for artist Valerie Smith, it began at five years old with a flipped-over wooden table, a crayon, and her mother’s encouragement. “I thought I was drawing a dog,” Valerie recalls, chuckling. “My mom came over and said, ‘Valerie,…
Bend//Old Mill Blue Spruce Pottery 20591 Dorchester E. 541-382-0197 • bluesprucepottery.com This family-owned business has been making handmade pottery in Bend since 1976. Call to arrange a time to come shop their large selection of mugs, bowls, casseroles, lamps and more. Shop online and have gifts shipped directly to your family and friends. You can…
((L-R) Collier Glacier, Infrared Series – Middle Sister from the PCT and The Fourth Wall by Emyn Trocméc) “In opposition to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the starving artist will gladly live out of his Subaru just to be close to the mountains,” said Emyn Trocméc, a former psych ward counselor with hopes of attaining his…
(2024 Black Butte concert. Photo by Arthur Hitchcock) Hunter Noack, classical pianist and naturalist, will bring seven concerts to Central Oregon as part of IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild’s tenth anniversary 50-concert tour. The groundbreaking outdoor concert series began in 2016 with nine concerts in the Portland area. They have now produced…
The Bi-Mart Deschutes County Fair has announced the lineup for the 2025 Kendall Toyota of Bend FREE Summer Concert Series, set to take place from Wednesday, July 30, through Sunday, August 3. This year’s series features an eclectic mix of award-winning artists spanning country, rock, EDM, hip-hop, and regional Mexican music, with a special focus…
(Photo courtesy of The Museum at Warm Springs) Raising the Roof Update & Appeal to Friends of The Museum to Help Us Reach Our $110,000 Goal! Last month, we reported that our Museum desperately needed a new roof. After more than 30 years, leaks were becoming a more common occurrence and quick fixes were no…
((L-R) When We Were Young, You Are Stronger Than You Know, Rest & Reprieve by Michelle Schultz) Class Experience Step into a serene evening of soulful creativity with artist Michelle Schultz. Inspired by her peaceful blue painting series, this intimate workshop invites you to explore the power of a single color through meditative brushwork. Surrounded…
(2024-2025 Spotlight Chamber Players | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) is offering two free performances this weekend featuring the Spotlight Chamber Players, a group of talented young musicians selected for their dedication and skill. These concerts mark the culmination of the ensemble’s season of intensive chamber music study….
J Bar J Youth Services is inviting local artists to help bring their mission to life — through art. With a wide range of programs that support youth facing adversity — from mentorship and education to shelter, crisis intervention, and housing — J Bar J offers a continuum of care. Yet many people only know…
