Call to Artists: Sunriver Music Festival invites a Central Oregon artist to create the commemorative 49th season poster. “For over four decades, Sunriver Music Festival has featured some of the most accomplished painters and photographers in the region. The collaboration is a beautiful experience for all involved,” shares Executive Director Meagan Iverson. Sally MacAllister, a…
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Artist Applications Now Open for 2026 Sunriver Art Fair
(Photos courtesy of Sunriver Art Fair) Artist applications for the 2026 Sunriver Art Fair are now open and will close on March 8, 2026. The art fair is a nationally recognized, juried fine arts and crafts event drawing local Sunriver and Central Oregon visitors as well as visitors from all over the western states. If…
Local Kids Rock the Holidays
(Photo by Parker Edwards from Harmony in the Desert at Tetherow Resort in Bend, August 2025) Central Oregon Students Rock the Holidays New this year, 20 student musicians will join Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer and his virtuosic band on stage at the Tower Theatre in Bend on Wednesday, December 10. Mentored by Aaron through…
Grateful for Giving
(Photography by Holly Fischer) The food drive to benefit Care & Share Community Outreach in Sunriver was an enormous success last month — as always! Everyone is so grateful for the giving nature of our community. It did not hurt that it was a great party as well. Thank you to all the “locals” who…
Art Fills the Holidays in Sunriver
(Marvelous Maple by Holly Fisher) It seemed like spring was just last week in Sunriver, and the throngs of people enjoying the summer bike paths just yesterday. Now as fall takes full hold of the region and the holidays loom in everyone’s mind, the local gallery scene continues to bring great art to residents and…
Bluegrass+Classical Violin in Sunriver
(Tessa Lark) Last chance tickets! Violinist Tessa Lark is one of the most captivating artistic voices of our time, consistently praised by critics and audiences for her astounding range of sounds, technical agility, and musical elegance. She is also a highly acclaimed fiddler in the tradition of her native Kentucky, delighting audiences with programming that…
“Know Problem” this November with Deschutes Public Library
(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….
Bluegrass + Classical Violinist Tessa Lark Returns to Central Oregon
(Tessa Lark) Violinist Tessa Lark is one of the most captivating artistic voices of our time, consistently praised by critics and audiences for her astounding range of sounds, technical agility, and musical elegance. She is also a highly acclaimed fiddler in the tradition of her native Kentucky, delighting audiences with programming that includes Appalachian and bluegrass music….
New Fall Art Classes Come to Sunriver This October
(Pieces courtesy of Artists’ Gallery Sunriver) When locals and visitors come to the Artists’ Gallery Sunriver in the Sunriver Village, we often get questions about art classes. We’re responding by adding three new artist classes this fall to supplement our existing painting class. Starting in October, three offerings will be in place, with more to…
Locals’ Weekend at Artists’ Gallery Sunriver
((Left) 2019 Care Bears Sunriver by Deni Porter (Right) Artists’ Gallery Sunriver. Photo courtesy of Artists’ Gallery Sunriver) Mark your calendar for Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and 12. Join us in the Artists’ Gallery for a weekend of fun, community and giving. The Artists’ Gallery and our partners Josie K’s Deli + Kitchen, Hot…