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Bend Pops Orchestra to Play Holiday Show at Madras Performing Arts Center on Nov. 21

The Bend Pops Orchestra brings its 'Spooky Holiday' program to the Madras Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 21 at 2 p.m. — a rare chance for Jefferson County residents to catch live orchestral music close to home.

Warm Springs Hosts Veterans Day Parade, Community Lunch, and Powwow This Week

The Warm Springs community is planning a full Veterans Day celebration on November 11, including a morning parade with lineup at 9 a.m., lunch at the Old School Cafeteria, and a powwow. The Warm Springs K-8 Academy also hosts a veterans breakfast on November 13.

Veterans Day 2026: Madras Parade Ends for Good, But Ceremonies Continue Across Jefferson County

The Madras Veterans Day parade has been placed on indefinite hiatus — organizers say the 22-year tradition will not return for the foreseeable future. But a full slate of local observances are still planned for November 11, from a sunrise flag display at Mt. Jefferson Cemetery to a community dinner at the Elks Lodge. Warm Springs will host a parade, lunch, and powwow.

Free Wildfire Recovery Resource Event Coming to Madras on November 10

Local, state, and federal agencies are hosting a free Wildfire Recovery Multi-Agency Resource Event on Tuesday, November 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Central Oregon Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Madras. Residents affected by recent wildfires are encouraged to attend.

Free Wildfire Recovery Resource Event Coming to Madras on Nov. 10 — Lunch Included

A free Multi-Agency Wildfire Recovery Resource Event comes to Madras on Tuesday, November 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the COARC Extension Center on NW Dogwood Lane. Multiple state and federal agencies will be on hand, and lunch is provided.

Native Market, Rodeo Queen Tryouts and Chamber Events Fill Jefferson County's November Calendar

November brings a full stretch of community gatherings to Jefferson County, from a Veterans Day Native Market and community meal at St. Charles Madras to Jefferson County Queen Tryouts and monthly business networking.

November Community Calendar: Queen Tryouts, Free Bend Pops Concert, and Veterans Day Market

Jefferson County's November is packed with community events, from the Jefferson County Queen Tryouts on November 7 to a free Bend Pops Orchestra performance at the Madras Performing Arts Center on November 21.

Two Events Mark Veterans Day Weekend in Jefferson County: Blood Drive and Native Market

Jefferson County has a full Veterans Day on tap: Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue is partnering with the American Red Cross for a community blood drive, while St. Charles Madras hosts a Native Market and free community meal — both on November 11.

Halloween in Madras: Trunk-or-Treat, Downtown Fun, and Safety Tips for Tonight

From the Madras Elks Lodge Trunk-or-Treat to neighborhood trick-or-treating, Jefferson County has a full Halloween lineup for families this evening — and temperatures will be chilly, so dress in layers.

Trunk-or-Treat, Festivities Ring In Halloween Week Across Jefferson County

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and Jefferson County has a full slate of family-friendly events lined up — from the Madras Elks Lodge's free Trunk-or-Treat to Spirit Week celebrations on the Warm Springs Reservation. Here's what's happening and what to know before heading out.

Haunted Houses, Trunk-or-Treat, and More: Halloween Week Across Jefferson County

From Warm Springs to Madras, families have a full week of Halloween festivities to choose from, including haunted houses, a zombie costume walk, trunk-or-treat events, and community giveaways.

Last Call: Museum at Warm Springs Accepts Art for 33rd Annual Tribal Member Exhibit Through Tuesday

The Museum at Warm Springs is accepting artwork for display in its 33rd Annual Tribal Member Art Exhibit through Tuesday, October 27, at 5 p.m. The showcase celebrates creative work by adult and youth artists from the Confederated Tribes.