There is a quiet but meaningful effort underway here in Central Oregon. It's one that speaks to how our region is growing and what we value as a community.
Central Oregon Center for the Arts (COCA) is actively working toward the development of a new performing arts center, and the process of identifying the right location is now underway. This next step, site evaluation, may not be the most visible part of the project, but it is one of the most important.
The vision is thoughtful and ambitious: a space that could include a main performance hall, a flexible black box theater, and dedicated areas for rehearsal, education, and community gatherings.
April in Bend invites us into something deeper.
Yes, the trails are calling and the mountains are still dusted with snow. But inside galleries, lecture halls, bookstores, and even under the night sky, something equally compelling is unfolding: a season of ideas, stories, and shared experiences.
Here is what's happening around town.
Bend is often defined by its landscapes—mountains, rivers, and trails—but just beneath that surface is something equally compelling: a community that values stories, reflection, and shared cultural experiences. This April, a series of events invites us to slow down, listen, and engage with the deeper narratives that shape who we are.
One of the most powerful events this month takes place on April 7 at SHARC in Sunriver. In My Father's Story: WWII Japanese American Internment Camps, Yukiko Flennaugh shares the lived experience of her father, John Nakada, who was just eleven years old when he and his family were forced from their home and incarcerated during World War II.
Below are the questions I hear most often from analytical, relocation-minded buyers evaluating Tetherow as part of a West Side luxury search.
Is Tetherow gated?
Tetherow is not a traditional gated community, though certain sections have a more private feel due to layout and lot orientation. Privacy is created more through planning, golf corridors, and setbacks than through gates.
Do most homes in Tetherow have mountain views?
Many homes enjoy golf course, territorial, or Cascade views depending on elevation and positioning, but views are lot-specific rather than universal. Orientation matters, and understanding which streets consistently capture stronger sightlines is important.
What architectural style defines Tetherow?
Tetherow follows a modern mountain design framework with controlled exterior materials, horizontal lines, and strong indoor–outdoor integration. The architectural re...