(Photo | Courtesy of Brooks Resources Corporation) Brooks Resources Corporation’s annual wall calendar features a view of South Sister over the spectacular Sparks Lake. Captured by local photographer Christian Heeb, the beautiful scene illustrates the beauty of the Central Oregon region. The much-anticipated free calendar, which features a new iconic scene each year, has graced…
The Sunriver Music Festival has some exciting December events happening. HOLIDAY CHEERS WINE SALE With so many cancelled concerts and events this year, we are overstocked on wine. Know what that means? Central Oregon friends, you can stock up on gifts while supporting the Festival! Visit sunrivermusic.org/wine to see the options for sweet gift packages…
(Photo | Courtesy of Old Mill District) HIDDEN TREASURES IN THE OLD MILL DISTRICT FROM TUMALO ART CO. Old Mill District visitors have the opportunity to win a holiday ornament handcrafted by a local artist by participating in a challenge hosted by Tumalo Art Co. Inspired by the gallery’s December exhibit, Where in the World,…
(Photo | Courtesy of Old Mill District) Bend’s iconic Les Schwab Amphitheater is undergoing renovations to enhance accessibility for all guests, attract more talent and performers and continue to provide economic benefits for the Central Oregon region. Phase I of construction began Monday, December 14, and is expected to conclude in June 2021 in advance…
(In two decades, Heart of Oregon has hired and trained more than 4,000 Central Oregon young people | Photo courtesy of Heart of Oregon Corps) Heart of Oregon Corps (HOC), a local nonprofit serving young people, is celebrating 20 years in Central Oregon. You’re invited to celebrate with us! In honor of this monumental milestone,…
(Graphic | Courtesy of the High Desert Museum) Through these extraordinary times, the High Desert Museum is stepping up to meet the needs of our community, and we couldn’t do it without you! Your contribution helps support: Free online programs such as Virtual Oregon Encounters Daylong education program for families of La Pine Elementary School…
(Artwork | Courtesy of Sisters Folk Festival) The Sisters Folk Festival’s (SFF) Winter JAM Online Fundraiser is now open for bidding through Saturday, December 5 at 6pm. You can bid on (and win!) vacation/accommodations, virtual and in-person house concerts, musical instruments, food and beverage packages, indoor/outdoor adventure packages, SFF merch and more! We also have…
(Artwork | Courtesy of Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts) Exhibition Manifesto by Shabazz Larkin: “The image in this exhibition of the fashionable man holding a flower is a picture of vulnerability often unseen in the Black community. The original photograph of this fashionable man was taken by a West African Photographer named Saydou Keita. “Keita…
Many of us enjoy the experience of walking down our local “Main Street,” popping in and out of the shops operated by independent merchants and browsing for interesting products. The reality is that this once-favorite past-time now feels unsafe and uncomfortable for many. Imagine a virtual Main Street that still has all the shops you…
(Photo | Courtesy of High Desert Food & Farm Alliance) Looking for a great way to share a taste of home this holiday season with loved ones while supporting local food businesses and benefiting programs that improve food access for all? Have we got the gift for you! The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance…
