(The peregrine falcon is an Endangered Species Act success story. This raptor was delisted in 1999. People can see a peregrine falcon during High Desert Museum programs like the summertime Raptors of the Desert Sky | Photo courtesy High Desert Museum) What do a 100-pound chinook salmon, ten-inch-tall pygmy rabbit and vibrant San Rafael cactus…
(Evan Namkung) Evan Namkung is a Bend-based mural artist who is known for large, graffiti-style murals that utilize a bright and vibrant color scheme. Across Central Oregon, people can find examples of his work decorating and bringing life to many once-boring walls. As a child, Evan was always creative, even if his creative pursuits were…
BendFilm Fest Thursday, October 12 — Sunday, October 15 The Tower Theatre is pleased to host the following films at the 20th annual BendFilm Fest: Thursday, October 12 5:30pm — Opening Night Program: Matters of Life & Death 8:30pm — Sometimes I Think About Dying w/Miranda’s Mind Thursday Film Descriptions Here Friday, October 13 10am —…
(Photo by Steven Addington Photography) Celebrating 20 Years of Film & Community How do you open the 20th annual edition of the iconic Bend Film Festival — unspooling October 12-15 in person? BendFilm decided to keep it short — film, that is. Film festival organizers use their opening night choices to set agendas and tone…
(Photo courtesy of COCC) Beginning Guitar: Essential Concepts Dust off your guitar and learn fundamental skills in this introduction to guitar basics. Learn how to read tablature, play single note melodies, basic rock and blues techniques, chords, and strumming. Designed for students with no prior guitar experience or those who want a refresher on the…
(Photo by Rob Kerr) Sisters Folk Festival (SFF) is back with an incredible lineup of festival favorites including John Craigie, Darlingside, Donna the Buffalo, and Steve Poltz. The annual music festival will take place Friday, September 29 through Sunday, October 1 in beautiful downtown Sisters. This year’s lineup includes 33 diverse artists representing many genres…
(Photo courtesy of BendFilm) The search is underway for BendFilm’s next Executive Director, and applications are due this Sunday, August 27! This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced and creative leader who’s passionate about film, wants to join a talented team, and is motivated to lead our organization in its next phase of growth. To view the Job…
The annual Sunriver Art Fair returns this August 11-13 in The Village at Sunriver with over 75 booths of juried art on display. This free event has been a popular destination for visitors and locals alike for over 13 years, and has been voted the Best Small Town Art Fair and one of the Top 10…
((L-R) Composer and cellist Evan Kassof during his residency at Pine Meadow Ranch, 2023; Ceramic artist Lilith Rockett during her residency at Pine Meadow Ranch, 2023; and Mixed media artist Tammy Jo Wilson during her residency at Pine Meadow Ranch, 2023 | Photos by Loma Smith) Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture (PMRCAA) invite…
(Vespers, 9 X 21 X 7 bronze sculpture by James Moore) The High Desert Museum has unveiled its annual Art in the West juried exhibition and online silent auction, this year sharing the work of more than 70 regionally and nationally acclaimed artists and including more than 100 pieces. Every year, Art in the West…
