(Photo courtesy of Rad Myco) The four-day, fungi-focused educational and arts festival Rad Myco has announced the full schedule for its seventh biennial incarnation. Kicking off September 26, the event will host over 60 mushroom-related workshops and special events with authors and experts from Palestine, Japan, Ireland and across North America. Hands-on workshops and presentations…
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High Desert Museum Launches Indigenous Speakers Series to Celebrate Native Cultures & Knowledge
(Charlene “Tillie” Moody (Warm Springs) attends the opening of Sensing Sasquatch in March. She will be at the Artist Mingle on September 13 | Photo by Bill Jorgens) The High Desert Museum is set to unveil a brand-new event series, the Indigenous Speakers Series, promising a vibrant showcase of Indigenous voices. The Indigenous Speakers Series…
Saxon’s Fine Jewelers Summer Sparkle
(Photo courtesy of Old Mill District) Labor Day Weekend The Old Mill District, and Bend in general, offers a vibrant atmosphere with a mix of experiences for all your Labor Day Weekend desires. Enjoy live music at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, indulge in unique barrel-aged whiskey tasting, surround yourself in Scalehouse’s exhibit In The Bardo and…
Lights, Camera, Action
(Graphic courtesy of BendFilm) Important Dates: September 12: Tickets are live for members September 18: Tickets are live for All Access Pass holders September 19: Tickets are live for Full Film Pass holders September 20: Tickets are live for everyone! What is the difference between the two pass options you ask? All Access Early ticket reservation Unlimited In-Theater…
Local Artist Michelle Schultz Partners with Nonprofit Street Dog Hero for 5K Run Fundraiser
(Michelle Schultz) Renowned local artist Michelle Schultz is teaming up with the nonprofit organization Street Dog Hero to add a unique artistic touch to their upcoming 5K run fundraiser. The event will take place on September 8, 2024, from 10am-1pm outside the Athletic Club of Bend. During the event, Michelle Schultz will be offering her…
2024 Bend Film Festival: Oscar-Qualifying Short Film Programs Announced
(L-R T-B): Stills from ILY, BYE, Canyon Chorus, Officer Stanley & Tennis, Oranges, selections from the Bend Film Festival’s short film program | Photos courtesy of BendFilm) BendFilm has announced 68 short films, joining last week’s slate of features across four competition categories, which will screen at the 21st Annual Bend Film Festival, presented in person October…
This Week at Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards
(High Street Party Band | Photo courtesy of Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards) Live at the Vineyard: Long Gone Wilder Thursday, August 22, 2024 5-8pm Come out for a fun night with Long Gone Wilder….playing covers by Bob Seger, John Prine, Johnny Cash, Rolling Stones, Bad Company, Marshall Tucker, Elvis and More!…. This trio comes…
Bigstock is Back
(Photo courtesy of Oregon Adaptive Sports) We’re excited to share some great news from our friends at Bigstock, a fantastic annual music concert and fundraiser that supports both Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) and Cascadia Wildlands. This is an opportunity for you to enjoy not only one day, but two days of amazing music in the mountains…
High Desert Chamber Music Announces Auditions for Spotlight Chamber Players
High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) announces auditions for the Spotlight Chamber Players will be held on September 20-21, 2024. This program is devoted exclusively to the study and performance of chamber music skills and techniques and is offered at no cost to the students selected. Auditions are open to violin, viola, cello, bass, and piano…
2024 Bend Film Festival: 22 Competition Features Announced
BendFilm recently announced 22 feature films comprising four competition categories which will screen at the 21st annual Bend Film Festival, presented in person October 10-13, across six venues in and around Bend. This year’s competition features were selected from a record-high 2,857 submissions, originating from 24 countries around the world. “We’ve got some unforgettable films…