(COCC’s Redmond Community Choir to perform Sounds of the Season on December 15 | Photo courtesy of COCC) COCC’s Tuba Christmas Tuba Christmas, an all-tuba-and-euphonium instrumental tradition now in its fourth year at Central Oregon Community College (COCC), returns to perform holiday songs at Wille Hall on the Bend campus, from 2-3pm on Saturday, December…
HDCM 17th Annual Gala Features Three New Student Ensembles
((L-R) Spotlight Chamber Players Jonathan Cupit, Parker Carlson, Aaron Goyal, Leah May, Ezra Oncken, Madeleine Bloom and Perrin Standen | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music’s (HDCM) 17th Annual Gala will feature three new student ensembles — a string quartet, violin duo, and guitar/cello duo. This annual event includes a…
Central Oregon Mastersingers to Perform Holiday Concert at the Tower Theatre
(Central Oregon Mastersingers at the Tower in 2023 | Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Mastersingers) Central Oregon Mastersingers, a choir known for their artistic excellence and commitment to enriching the cultural landscape of Central Oregon, is thrilled to present Festival of Carols! at The Tower Theatre on December 14 at 7pm and December 15 at…
“Know Merriment” this December with Deschutes Public Library
(Graphic courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) The days are growing shorter but that doesn’t mean you can’t pack them full of fun and splendor for “Know Merriment” this December. Take a DIY approach to gift giving with creative holiday cards, tasty seasonal shrubs, and community gift-wrapping parties. Enjoy sounds of the season from the Redmond…
Bend’s Winter & Holiday Guide is Here
(Photo courtesy of Old Mill District) Your Guide to Snow Much Fun Discover the digital 2024/2025 Bend’s Winter Guide packed with Holiday Happenings and things to do around town. From shopping to dining and outdoor adventures, it’s your go-to resource for a magical season. Guides available at Old Mill District shops to help plan your perfect…
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Maragas Winery
(Photo courtesy of Maragas Winery) Step into the warmth of the season with Maragas Winery’s old fashioned Christmas Eve tradition. The winery transforms into a cozy haven filled with festive cheer while guests savor complimentary mulled wine, enjoy spiced popcorn, and are serenaded by live holiday music performed by Samantha Maragas from the Pittsburgh Conservatory….
OPA Presents Cinderella
(Graphic courtesy of Ovation Performing Arts) Ovation Performing Arts (OPA) waltzes into the new year with a magical production of Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s Broadway version of Cinderella. The musical will run six shows, January 3-12, at Ridgeview High School, 4555 SW Elkhorn Ave. Tickets are $14 or $48 for a family four-pack. “Cinderella has been…
Artists Sunday Celebrates Five Years of Supporting Local Artists Nationwide This Weekend
Artists Sunday, the nationwide movement and shopping event designed to support local artists and craftsmen, proudly returns for its fifth year on Sunday, December 1, 2024. This annual celebration, nestled between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, encourages consumers to shop art for the holiday season, offering an opportunity to discover unique, handmade works while supporting…
The Specter of Friar Clemente by Reinaldo Alcazar
A group of residents in the beautiful Andean town of Sorata, Bolivia, got together one autumn evening to tell chilling stories about ghosts, damned souls, and hobgoblins. It is said that a long time ago a middle-aged priest named Clemente Osorio had arrived in town coming all the way from Toledo, Spain. This clergyman was…
Enjoy Evening Hours at the Museum with the December return of Winter Nights
(Meet artist Hilary Baker during the December 19 Winter Nights to chat about the Museum’s new exhibit, Neighbors: Wildlife Paintings by Hilary Baker. Winter Nights offers extended hours, discounted rates and special activities on Thursdays throughout December) Days are shorter, and the air is colder … winter is coming! Experience the warmth of the High…