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This search for meaning—in action, words, and connection—is woven throughout our holiday issue of Bend Magazine. We set the tone by offering an homage to Oregon artist Ray Atkeson, whose silver bromide photographs inspired a black-and-white winter portfolio from some of the region’s best contemporary photographers. Inside, you’ll meet explorers like Jeska Clark, a Bendite leading the first all-Black expedition to the Arctic and North Pole, and tune in to the spirit of community through KPOV, the regional radio station that has offered local voices a place to be heard for 20 years.

We also share the importance of gathering during the holidays. It turns out that spending time with others helps us feel calmer and more connected. Whether through laughter, shared meals, or lending a hand, that connection isn’t just good for the soul—it’s good for our health. Read about how to make any day a special occasion with sparkling wines and bubbly or at Ariana Restaurant, which just celebrated its 20th anniversary.