First Friday
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It’s First Friday this week!

Here’s where to find some fun stuff on the streets of downtown Bend.
Avatar photo Keely Damara

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 […]

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Mockingbird Gallery at First Friday

Angela Moore

Bend has established its place in the nation for its love of the outdoors, but one thing this town is also becoming known for is its love and appreciation for the arts. The Mockingbird Gallery is just one of the many examples of businesses that have been showcasing the creative side of life and sharing […]

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Art Watch 3/30-4/6

First Friday Highlights for April 1
Angela Moore

The first Friday of every month is always a good excuse to wander downtown into the early hours of the morning. If an excuse is something unnecessary then it’s a good opportunity to score thimbles of free booze and see some shops that aren’t on the usual go-see list. The Art Walk could absolutely have […]

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Creative Space

A6 opens new studio and gallery
Sherron Lumley

A6, also known as Atelier 6000, opened in its new space on Industrial Way in January and the finishing touches to the open gallery and studio space are still underway. Dawn Boone, executive director, oversees the exhibits, art education, art history and workshops at A6. She’s looking forward to the colossal interior doors and skylights […]

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Art Watch 12/2-12/9

Corinne Boyer

Mockingbird Gallery will debut new works from two artists who have been in the spotlight before at the December First Friday Art Walk. Troy Collins and Bart Walker will both have new works on display as part of the show “Of Purpose and Passion,” which opens on Dec. 4 and will remain on display until […]

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Hey, Tiny, Hey!

Small art show packs a big punch
Alli Miles

In October, Bend is delivering a whole month of “cultural goodness,” as Angela Reid—writer, creative director, and the mind behind the Tiny Hey art project—calls it. The town will host the BendFilm Festival, Bend Venture Conference, Swivel Marketing Conference, Bend Design Conference, and more. Mix in the cyclocross events, the Zombie Run, and Halloween at […]

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Art Watch 3/5-3/11

Kelsey Rook

The intersections of art, public spaces, inspiration, and feminism come together in the kickoff of the 2015 MUSE Women’s Conference at its 2015 MUSE Art Walk held during the First Friday Art Walk in downtown Bend March 6. From literary figures such as Homer’s sirens to “Saturday Night Live” alumna and “30 Rock” creator Tina […]

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Preview First Fridays

Avatar photo Magdalena Bokowa

Norma Holmes “Mother Nature is my inspiration,” states prolific Plein Air painter Norma Holmes. “Painting is my passion. I paint the drama of the Cascade Mountains bathed in early morning light, the intriguing silence of the High Desert, and the many hues of the Metolius River.” Holmes is an awe-inspiring talent, and a longtime gallery […]

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TGIF: What to do #inBend this Weekend 12/5-12/7

Avatar photo Brianna Brey

Another work-week gone, another week closer to Christmas. Which means your TVs are flooded with holiday-themed films, specials and nostalgic and partially terrifying claymation adventures of elf-dentists. If you’re looking for something new and Christmas-themed to watch, don’t miss two chances to catch Grumpy Cat’s Worst Christmas Ever on Lifetime, Fri., Dec 5 at 8 pm and Sat., […]

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