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“The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” presented by Meadow Sky Productions

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is foundational in literary and storytelling history. Meadow Sky’s cast of local adults and students ages 8-63 bring the world of Narnia to life in new, dangerous, and exciting ways. Join the Pevensie children as they journey through the wardrobe into the world of Narnia and are confronted with terror and beauty in a wild, magical land.Performing at the High Desert Music Hall in Redmond. Drinks and Concessions available for purchase at the venue.House o

St. Patrick’s Day Party with Motel Kalifornia

Join us on March 15th for an unforgettable night of Irish cheer, incredible wine, and live music by the one and only Motel Kalifornia!What to Expect:Irish-inspired food & wine specialsRockin’ live music by Motel KaliforniaAward-winning wines to toast the nightFestive vibes & a celebration like no otherDon’t forget to wear your green and bring your friends! Let’s make this St. Patrick’s Day one to remember.The post St. Patrick’s Day Party with Motel Kalifornia appeared first on Visi

HADESTOWN at RPA

The 9-time international award-winning theatre department at RPA presents HADESTOWN: Teen Edition!Step into the mesmerizing world of HADESTOWN, the Tony Award-winning musical that intertwines two ancient tales of love, sacrifice, and resilience. With a soulful, folk-jazz score and stunning storytelling, this reimagining of Orpheus and Eurydice’s journey to the underworld and Hades and Persephone’s timeless struggle is a theatrical experience like no other. Lose yourself in the rich melodie

Glassware Exploration Flight Experience

Join us for a new and exclusive ambassador guided tasting experience where you will sample a curated selection of 3 wines in a Pinot Noir, Bordeaux and White Wine glass.During your flight you will learn and experience how different glassware affects the way wine presents and why.Ticket costs include a 9 pour flight, small cheese board and a $20 wine credit to use the day of the event.The post Glassware Exploration Flight Experience appeared first on Visit Bend.

To Eat is an Agricultural Act: Starting your own Kitchen “Materia Medica”

We are excited to welcome 2025 PMRCAA Artist and Therapeutic Horticulturalist, Mallory Craig, for this unique workshop where participants will learn about different medicinal plants and start their own kitchen”Materia Medica”! Participants will learn simple book-binding techniques and choose one of the plants growing at Pine Meadow to fill out their first materia medica page.The post To Eat is an Agricultural Act: Starting your own Kitchen “Materia Medica” appeared first

Preview The New at Hoodoo Ski Resort

A day to try out new gear on the mountain (demos are free, lift ticket required to ski and ride on the mountain). We’ll have several retailers on site to answer questions, give advice and help guests make decisions on the type of gear they want to test out on the slopes. Details at skihoodoo.com The post Preview The New at Hoodoo Ski Resort appeared first on Visit Bend.

“The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” presented by Meadow Sky Productions

Silver Stacked Rings – Into To Jewelry Soldering

This fun and creative class introduces you to the basics of soldering and the art of creating beautiful sterling silver rings. You’ll use a torch for soldering and learn how to size, shape, and texture your rings. Take home new skills and three beautifully crafted rings!The post Silver Stacked Rings – Into To Jewelry Soldering appeared first on Visit Bend.

HADESTOWN at RPA

EcoNIDRA: Where Yoga Nidra Meets Nature Connection

EcoNIDRA is a deeply relaxing and restorative practice that enables us to reconnect with ourselves and with the earth. It is a blend of the ancient practice of yoga nidra and forest therapy.Like yoga nidra, you lie down in a comfortable position and follow the voice of a guide. During the session, you bring your attention to your breath, various sensations, and different parts of your body, helping you enter a state between wakefulness and sleep. Then you are taken on a journey through the earth

Wine Workshop Series: Ridgecrest – A Retrospective on Ribbon Ridge Pinot Noir

Taste and explore Pinot Noirs, dating back to the early 2000s, from Ribbon Ridge’s oldest vineyard. We’ll pour 5 vintages of our estate reserve Pinot noir with a focus on how vintage variation and time in bottle impact what’s in the glass.Class price is refunded with 2 bottle purchase at the event.The post Wine Workshop Series: Ridgecrest – A Retrospective on Ribbon Ridge Pinot Noir appeared first on Visit Bend.

HADESTOWN at RPA

Bar Rio Live Music: Critical Blues Band

The Critical Blues Band pays tribute to the giants of blues – past and present – by delivering the power and passion of America’s greatest contribution to the world of music. From Muddy Waters and Junior Wells to Howling Wolf, B.B. King and The Fabulous Thunderbirds, The Critical Blues Band brings the blues to life through high-energy performances that get feet moving and bodies shaking.The post Bar Rio Live Music: Critical Blues Band appeared first on Visit Bend.

Community Effort to Purchase Mt. Bachelor Fails

Mt. Bachelor Community, Inc. has missed the deadline to place a bid on the Oregon ski area, and will not be the new owners of ...

Lectures, readings and creative workshops this week in Central Oregon

Choose from a variety of discussions and workshops in Central Oregon this week. Explore military research, Bend’s water ...

Ukrainian war veteran amputees learn adaptive skiing in Central Oregon

Ukrainian war veteran Oleksandr Shvachka lost his left leg to Russian tank fire outside Kyiv. Three years on, the latest step ...

Bend-area pair arrested in traffic stop after DCSO drug-detection K-9 team finds large amount of meth

A traffic stop and drug-detection K-9’s alert led to the seizure of a large quantity of methamphetamine and the arrest of two ...

Central Oregon loses 1,300 jobs as 2025 begins, but January unemployment rates hold steady

Central Oregon unemployment rates were unchanged in January, though the region saw a 1,300-job reduction as 2025 began, the ...

Skiers rescued from South Sister after helicopter mission

Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue (SAR) team successfully rescued two skiers stranded on South Sister, one ...

Spring Arts & Culture

A collaboration between Ping & Woof Opera, Pathways Dance Company and OperaBend, "Reverie" combines the magic of live music ...