(Various vessels by KF Stoneware) Makin’ It Local announces an artist showcase and exhibition of fine pottery by Kara Frampton of KF Stoneware. The Hawaiian-born and Oregon-based artist draws her inspiration from outdoor experiences and celebrates human existence in the natural world. Kara’s stoneware vessels are designed with plants and organically symmetric patterns. An Artist…
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Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture Opens 2025 Residency Applications
(Derek Yost | Photo by Loma Smith, former PMRCAA artists in residence) Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Art and Agriculture (PMRCAA) announces an open call for applicants to its seventh annual residency program, which brings world-class artists, ecological scientists, researchers and scholars to Sisters, Oregon from March through November. The open call has a juried…
Open Call for Artist Residency Program
(Andy Meyers and his wolf | Photo courtesy of Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture) Residency theme: Care & Stewardship Online Q&A Sessions: May 28, 9–10am, PST May 28, 12–1pm, PST June 14, 10-11am, PST June 14, 3-4pm, PST Application deadline: June 30, 11:59pm, PST Our vision at Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts…
Don’t Miss These Shows at The Belfry
We’ve got three fun shows lined up at The Belfry in April and May! Between traditional Scottish fiddle, powerful songwriting, and high-energy bluegrass, there’s a little something for everyone. The intimate, cozy environment of this 1914 church-turned-venue makes for unforgettable concert experiences. Get your tickets today while you still can! Breabach April 17 Ranked among…
April/May Artist Feature at Makin’ It Local, Sisters
(Mirror Pond by Green Bird Press) Makin’ It Local announces the exhibition of letterpress prints by Greenbird Press and Quail Lane Press. The two Oregon-based artist studios capture the beauty of Oregon through fine art prints inspired by nature, local area geographical maps, and artistic interpretation of the high desert. An Open House at Makin’…
Single-Day Big Ponderoo Tickets On Sale Now
We’re just a few short months away from summer and the second annual Big Ponderoo Music & Art festival! Don’t wait till the last minute — get your weekend pass or single-day tickets today. The full festival schedule featuring 16 incredible bluegrass, alt-country, and Americana acts is out NOW! With two stages at one downtown…
“Know Gardens” this April with Deschutes Public Library
(Graphic courtesy of Deschutes Public Library) Are you dreaming of a backyard bounty or looking to garden more sustainably? Join us as we sew, dig, and harvest for “Know Gardens” in April. Learn the fundamentals of water-wise gardening and explore Monet’s innovative landscapes. Deeply connect to the natural world with a forest-bathing experience and indulge…
Updates from SFF Presents
Our 2023 Annual Report is here and (spoiler alert) we had a great year! We wanted to be sure you got a copy of our annual report to see what we were able to accomplish last year with your help. We can’t do what we do without you, and we appreciate your support very much! Download…
Final 2024 Big Ponderoo Lineup Announced
(The Woods Brothers front-man Oliver Wood is slated to perform at the Big Ponderoo festival this June at Village Green Park | Photo courtesy of SFF Presents) SFF Presents has released the final eight artists on the 2024 Big Ponderoo festival lineup. The second annual music festival returns to Sisters, Oregon on June 29 and…
Sisters Folk Festival’s Initial 2024 Lineup & Poster Image Announced
SFF Presents has announced the initial 19 artists slated to perform at the annual Sisters Folk Festival on September 27-29, 2024 in Sisters. Longtime poster artist Dennis McGregor has created another memorable image featuring Folkasaurus Rox, a jubilant Tyrannosaurus rex playing the concertina. The preliminary lineup includes Aoife O’Donovan, Hawktail, The Mammals, Fantastic Cat, Balla…