I love talking about books. One of the best parts of my work is chatting with fellow bibliophiles about the titles and authors that capture their attention, and I enjoy nothing more than adding to my to-be-read list.
Sept. 18-24 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
In a year with nothing to do, 14-year-old Peyton Fisher never expected to receive a phone call asking him to participate in an upcoming production with Umpqua Actors Community Theatre, but come Friday, he will take the stage with seven other Douglas County youth in “Broadway Bound.”
Sept. 3-10 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
Roseburg Public Library’s Summer Reading Program for adults focused on connecting readers through a Facebook group, and it was such a success that we will continue using the platform to discuss books and authors.
Umpqua Actors Community Theatre has teamed up with the music and theatre departments at Umpqua Community College to bring rock musical “Tick, Tick... Boom!” to the outdoor stage next to the Umpqua Valley Arts Association building on West Harvard Avenue.
Oftentimes fall is the season in which the heavy-hitting books are published, those destined for major awards. This year, however, I predict several summer releases I have read will receive accolades.
Thank you for the wonderful feedback on Roseburg Public Library’s StoryWalk. We love hearing from families that read “Bubble Trouble,” written by Margaret Mahy and illustrated by Polly Dunbar, at Stewart and Fir Grove parks.
Madison Hoschouer will never miss a chance to dance.
The Umpqua Valley Arts has put out a call for art made during the coronavirus quarantine for a virtual exhibit called "COVID-19 Diaries: the quarantine projects."
OAKLAND — Tory Rose and Scott Aker will perform from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday as part of the Meadows Estate Vineyard & Winery's Summer Celebration.
Delfino Vineyards & Winery's Distancing Social will host live music by Jason Heald, director of music at Umpqua Community College, from 1-4 p.m. Saturday.
Altrusa will be giving away free books from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 29 outside the Altrusa Book Room, 643 SE Kane St., Roseburg.
The Umpqua Valley Youth Orchestra has opened registration for the 2020/2021 season.
The Umpqua Valley Art Center is currently hosting the Members Art Exhibit, which showcases art from association members. The annual event began Tuesday and will be held through Sept. 18.
July 17-23 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
Young Artists Camps started this week through Umpqua Valley Arts and there are still a few spots open in the creative summer camps.
Community members have raised nearly $13,000 for the Umpqua Valley Arts Association in what is being called the “Save the Summer Arts Festival” fundraiser.
In May, Riverbend Live! joined other local and statewide summer events canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the committee announced Wednesday that the series would take to the air waves to stay connected with patrons.
July 3-9 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
Thirty-three years ago, Heroes Haven comic book store was born from an obsession and a desire to own a small business.
Windy Bay Books and More is stuffed full of treasures, from used books to the stories, toys and artworks created by local artists and writers.
June 26-July 2 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
June 19-25 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
The Betty Long Unruh Theatre will welcome guests back Thursday for a show unlike anything the Umpqua Actors Community Theatre has done before.
June 12-18 Roseburg Cinemas, 1750 NW Hughwood Court. 541-672-7272. www.roseburgcinemas.com
Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, Roseburg Cinema will look a little different when it reopens Friday.
Roseburg Public Library is transitioning the Summer Reading Program for adults to an online format that encourages conversations around reading, books and authors.
For nearly eight years, Sandee McGee has served as gallery director at the Umpqua Valley Art Center. In that time, McGee has organized countless art exhibits and events, including the annual Umpqua Plein Air, Member’s show, Student show, Artworks Northwest and the recent Faces of the Umpqua …
The Oregon Farm Bureau invites the public submit agriculture photos for the 2021 Oregon’s Bounty Calendar.
A call for nominations has been made for the 2020 Governor’s Arts Awards. Nominations must be received by 5 p.m. Tuesday. Nomination forms can be downloaded from the Oregon Arts Commission website.
Winston's Riverbend Live! concert series joins other local summer events canceled due to the restrictions on large gatherings in Oregon.
When the Umpqua Valley Arts Center closed to the public in early March, the Umpqua Valley Arts Board knew they had to find ways to stay connected to the community.
The Umpqua Actors Community Theatre Board of Directors announced Wednesday that its production of "Mamma Mia" and the summer musical "Mary Poppins" have been canceled.
When Expanding Horizons Youth Center Program Manager Amber Lomascola pitched the idea of an art exhibit to the center’s youth in late 2019, she had no idea that a pandemic would interfere with the show.
Brett Young will take the Cascade Community Credit Union Amphitheater stage on Wednesday, Aug. 5, the Douglas County Fair announced Friday.
