The songwriter series is a nonprofit, private concert series created to introduce independent singer-songwriters to an attentive audience in an intimate setting, explains creator John Cook. One hundred Percent of the proceeds from donations and merchandise sales go directly to the artists. “These concerts are a wonderful way to enjoy hearing great musicians and singer-songwriters…

The Central Oregon Country Music Gathering is set for September 7-9, noon–10pm, at the Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville. The Gathering features the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers Association (OOTFA) who “perpetuate and promote old time fiddling and old time music.” Free Admission and public welcome! Everyone is encouraged to bring their instruments. Evening Stage Shows:…

September 2–3 Wes Knodel Gun Show DCFE, 503-363-9564, www.wesknodelgunshows.com 6 Music on the Green – Hokulea Dancers – 6-7:30pm, Sam Johnson Park, Redmond, free-attend, hosted by Redmond Chamber of Commerce, 541-923-5191, www.redmondsummerconcerts.com Join First Interstate Bank and Eberhard’s Dairy Products for Music on the Green, Redmond’s free concert series in the Park brought to you…

I am proud that as a talent committee we are willing to take some artistic risks and push our audience a bit, in that they are intelligent music fans and appreciators of great artists, and we trust they will follow. ~ Brad Tisdel, Creative Director, Sisters Folk Festival The Sisters Folk Festival set for September…

Industry. Industrial. Industrious. Delve into the past, present and future of the work that has shaped our world. From the history of the Industrial Revolution, to a discussion about work ethic and creativity, to the potential of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, we’ve gathered experts to share what makes industry work. All programs are free and…