Oregon’s forestry and logging industry looked a lot different 100 years ago. Discover this history juxtaposed with modern conservation efforts as Deschutes Public Library presents “Know Timber” in November. Learn about contributions to Oregon’s logging history by African and Chinese Americans. Tap your feet to the melody of logging ballads. Discover the most famous Northwest…
Call to Artists — Red Chair Gallery Red Chair Gallery, an award-winning art gallery located in downtown Bend, is seeking a new 3D artist. If you are interested in joining us, stop by the gallery (at the corner of Bond St. and Oregon Ave.) and pick up an application. 103 NW Oregon Ave., 541-306-3176, redchairgallerybend.com…
Pumpkin decorating contest, spine-tingling book picks and more at your library. It’s the Return of the Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest The annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest is back, and we cannot wait to see where your creativity takes you this year! To take part, simply decorate a pumpkin as one of your favorite book characters; winners…
As you may know, Arts & Culture Alliance was born from the vision and collaboration of a strong group of community members who were ready to build and to create a thriving arts and cultural community right here in Central Oregon. The organization has kept up with changing times, with the changing needs of artists…
(Pepper Pepper (recipient of Oregon Arts Commission Artist Fellowship), Night Sky 3, 2019, digital image | Photo courtesy of Oregon Arts Commission) The Oregon Arts Commission is now accepting applications from visual artists for the Artist Fellowship program. About the Fellowship Program The Individual Artist Fellowship Program honors Oregon’s professional artists and their achievements while…
(Image | Courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) Grab your magnifying glass (and library card) to crack the case of Know Mystery this October with Deschutes Public Library. Hunt for clues to make a case for Bigfoot’s existence, and unearth modern findings of Aztec hieroglyphs. Tackle taboo topics with a Death Café conversation, and take the…
Not Sure What to Read Next? We Have a Few Ideas Who’s looking for a great read? Not to brag, but we’re pretty good at book recommendations. Are you looking for something new in fiction? Rya has you covered. Do you have a teen you’d like to sweep away with a new book or series?…
Twenty-two draft beers, assorted ciders and six food trucks will be available as the Redmond Kiwanis Club revives its R’Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 11, from noon to 10pm at Wild Ride Brewing. Each of the food trucks will be offering an Oktoberfest-oriented food item. After a one-year hiatus because of COVID, the 13th annual event…
After a one-year hiatus because of the pandemic, Redmond Kiwanis is reviving R’Oktoberfest as a one-day event on Saturday, September 11, from noon to 10pm at Wild Ride Brewing. The committee will commemorate first responders on the 20th anniversary of 9-11 as part of the event. Noah von Borstel is chairing the event. The service…
(RPA Thesby Awardees Aubrey Luse ,Grace Sorensen and Natalie Lawton | Photos courtesy of Redmond Proficiency Academy) Three Redmond Proficiency Academy (RPA) students recently took home prestigious acting honors from the renowned International Thespian Festival (ITF), an annual event where outstanding theatre students are recognized from around the world. This year, there were 640 Thespy…
