Sometimes it only takes a little bit to inspire and create something bigger. The small grants awarded by the Deschutes Cultural Coalition may not exceed $3,000, but the organizations receiving the money have big ideas for it, making for some interesting upcoming events and creative opportunities. One of the goals for the grant money is […]
Culture
Searching for Whitopia
Rich Benjamin, author and culture critic, brings his unique, well-researched lecture to Bend.
Redmond’s On The Rise
Housing affordability. Increased traffic. Brew culture. Bike park love. If you thought those were items unique to Bend, you’d be wrong. Redmond, Ore., has much of the same culture and some of the same issues of growth and expansion that Bend doesโand its population has grown, percentage-wise, faster than Bend over the past 18 years. […]
It’s First Friday this week!
OPENING RECEPTION: “N O W H E R E” MICHAEL BOONSTRA Eugene artist Michael Boonstra‘s exhibit examines the physical and experiential attributes of places and the limitations of representing landscapes. 5pm. At Liberty, 849 NW Wall St., Bend. Free. DIA DE LOS MUERTOS ART & CULTURE Join the Latino Community Association and Rise Up International […]
When Man Becomes Monster
Most guys don’t relish the thought of going bald on topโand neither does the Source’s Arts & Culture editor Jared Rasic. But when it’s required of you in order to play a part in a local play, you do what you can. Jared started off his week getting his head and face shaved, in preparation […]
After 40 Years, Arts Central is Closing Down
It’s been a mainstay in the Central Oregon arts education world for close to 40 years — but as of today, they’re calling it quits at Arts Central.

