‘The Matchmaker’ plots romance in Bend
Hang on tight for this fast-paced Thornton Wilder farce
Thornton Wilder’s “The Matchmaker” is the kind of comedy you don’t see enough of: it has a fast-paced plot, sharply … Read more
BoDeans, A Night of Bowie headline Winterfest
Live music highlights annual Bend festival
Oregon WinterFest returns to the Old Mill District this weekend, and with it an infusion … Read more
Appaloosa expands on first live album
Bend country group plays release show at Silver Moon
Appaloosa’s fourth full-length release presents at least two firsts for the Bend country-folk group. One, … Read more
John Medeski’s Mad Skillet joins Motet in Bend
Keyboardist’s New Orleans-flavored project will play Midtown Ballroom
John Medeski isn’t exactly known for his musical brevity. The pianist, keyboardist and composer built … Read more
Restaurant review: Riff Cold-Brewed Coffee Taproom
Riff redefines coffee
Coffee shops and healthy, creative cuisine don’t usually go together. But, then, the Riff Cold-Brewed … Read more
It’s all about the journey for author McCann
National Book Award winner Colum McCann to speak at Author! Author! in Bend
When author Colum McCann sits down to write a novel or short story, he’s never … Read more
Fruited sours for Valentine’s Day
Explore the romance of fruit-infused sour ales
It’s Valentine’s Day, and if you’re like I am, the holiday evokes images of roses, … Read more
Celebrate winter
Celebrate the season at Oregon WinterFest
Punxsutawney Phil didn’t see his shadow, so spring must be right around the corner. But … Read more
The Toasters burn it up in Bend
New York City 2-tone legends play The Capitol
Bend, get ready for a two-tone revolution. New York City’s The Toasters, which helped set … Read more
Q&A with director Jimena Shepherd
Who: Jimena Shepherd is the director of “Oliver!” and co-founder with her husband, Jonathan, of … Read more
Young Americans teach, perform in Bend
Troupe’s in town working with 100 area youth
Arts workshop — For three days this week, the Young American Performing Arts Workshop, featuring … Read more
‘The Snow Queen’ auditions
‘The Snow Queen’ auditions — Missoula Children’s Theatre will hold auditions for “The Snow Queen” … Read more
BEAT presents ‘Honk! Jr”
Youth production opens Friday at Summit High
“Honk! Jr.” — BEAT Children’s Theatre will present “Honk! Jr.” opening Friday at Summit High … Read more
Operaganza! at Aspen Hall
“Operaganza!” — OperaBend will host “Operaganza!” a three-course dinner with wine and entertainment by performers … Read more
Oregon Guitar Quartet at the Tower
High Desert Chamber Music hosts Valentine’s Day concert
Oregon Guitar Quartet — High Desert Chamber Music will host the Oregon Guitar Quartet at … Read more
Central Oregon breweries, cideries, distilleries and wineries
Breweries • 10 Barrel Brewing Company – Eastside: 62950 NE 18th St., Bend; 541-241-7733 or … Read more
Kendl Winter returns to McMenamins
Olympia songwriter brings ‘Stumbler’s Business’ to Bend
Editor’s note: Due to icy road conditions, this show has been canceled.
Kendl Winter is … Read moreOkilly Dokilly returns to Bend(illy)
‘Heavy Nedal’ band channels ‘The Simpsons’ at Volcanic
If hens love roosters and geese love ganders, who does everyone else love? If you … Read more
Central Oregon recreational cannabis dispensary directory
Recreational Dispensaries • 5th LMNT: 63552 N. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; 541-408-9058 or fifthlmnt.com • … Read more
Upcoming concerts in Central Oregon
Feb. 14 — Okilly Dokilly (heavy “Nedal”), with Playboy Manbaby (garage rock), Volcanic Theatre Pub, … Read more
Live music at Central Oregon clubs, theaters, other venues
Thursday 2/14 Sunriver Music Festival Valentine’s Day Dinner & Concert: Acclaimed pianist Michael Allen Harrison … Read more
Gallery openings and exhibits in Central Oregon
Art Adventure Gallery: “Young at Art,” featuring artwork from Madras High School students, through February; … Read more
Featured artist: Painter Paul Alan Bennett
Who: Painter Paul Alan Bennett presents pieces from his upcoming publication “Night Skies” on display … Read more
Central Oregon eateries, at a glance
Food critic John Gottberg Anderson’s reviews of Central Oregon eateries, at a glance … Read more
A Valentine for lunch lovers
Valentine’s Deli — opened in October as a tight little deli in the Box Factory, … Read more
On local screens the week of Feb. 14-20
Details of special screenings and mini-reviews of movies playing now (or soon) on Central Oregon … Read more
Movie times for the week of Feb. 14-20
A full week of movie times for screens in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Madras and Prineville. … Read more
Les Schwab Amphitheater announces four shows
Michael Franti returns; Jason Isbell, Father John Misty team up
Josh Groban headed to Bend
Adult contemporary singer slates Les Schwab show
Josh Groban will build “Bridges” in Bend this summer. The operatic adult contemporary singer will … Read more
Central Oregon musicians take ‘Center Stage’
KPOV show has featured more than 300 live performances
On a recent Saturday afternoon, Downhill Ryder lead vocalist and keyboardist Linda Beauchamp contemplated playing … Read more
The incredible legacy and success of ‘Modern Family’
Like its anchor couple, “Modern Family” was formed by shotgun marriage. The veteran sitcom creators … Read more
Entertainment news in brief
Oscars chaos keeps awards show relevant The disarray over the exit of Kevin Hart as … Read more
Restaurant review: Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails
Core menu is shrinking as more specials are introduced
In Bend’s burgeoning dining world, one constant has been Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails. Since 2009, … Read more
