Arts
Thursday 6/13
Tracing Language with Painting Workshop: PMRCAA Resident Artist Alfonso Fernandez will lead a painting workshop designed to explore language and emotion through artistic practice, all skill levels welcome, all materials will be supplied; 4-6 p.m.; $35; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Road, Sisters; or 541-904-0700.
Friday 6/14
Date Night Stained Glass: Make stained glass honeycomb sun-catchers (options: 1 big project together, or 2 small projects separately) with a partner; 6 p.m.; $99; DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; or 541-388-2283.
Theater & Dance
Sunday 6/16
Iconic Dance’s 3rd Annual Showcase: A showcase of local arts, there will be a silent auction and 50/50 raffle; 3-5 p.m.; $20 plus fees in advance, $25 at the door; Mt. View High School, 2755 NE 27th St., Bend; .
Soulful Sundays Community Dance: A Sunday morning dance, embodied prayer, alone and together; 10-11:30 a.m.; $20 online, $25 at the event; Continuum Yoga Studio, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend; or 541-948-7015.
Tuesday 6/18
Bend Ecstatic Dance: A weekly journey into free-form movement with music curation, a no-booze and no-shoes venue, no experience required, no dance instructions given; 7:45-10 p.m.; $15-$25; Boys and Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; or 541-639-9695.
Wednesday 6/19
Argentine Tango Classes and Dance: Learn the Argentine Tango in this beginner/intermediate class followed by dancing, no partner needed; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; $5-$10 drop-in; Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend; .
Soul in Motion Conscious Dance: A movement and dance class that focuses on practicing presence, moving, breathing, playing and connecting; 6-7:15 p.m.; $15; Continuum Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend; or 541-948-7015.
Comedy
Thursday 6/13
Michael Palascak: The stand-up comedian from Indiana and based in Los Angeles will perform; 8-11 p.m.; $20 online, $25 at door; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; or 541-323-1881.
Friday 6/14
Aging with Laughter: Comedians will perform; 7-9 p.m.; $20 online, $25 at door; Sisters Depot, 250 W. Cascade Ave., Sisters; or 541-904-4660.
Marc Price: The stand-up comedian will perform; 7 p.m.; $20; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; or 541-389-0803.
Sun Sets Comedy Open Mic: A free comedy open mic every Friday, sign up 7:30 p.m., starts 8 p.m., hosted by Katy Ipock; 7:30-10 p.m.; free; Cheba Hut, 1288 SW Simpson Ave., Suite L, Bend; or 458-206-3411.
Monday 6/17
Beertown Comedy Open Mic: Watch local comedians perform; 6:30-9 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; or 541-388-8331.
Books
Thursday 6/13
“I Lived to Tell the World,” by Elizabeth Mehren: The author from Portland will discuss her new book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; or 541-549-0866.
“Little Avalanches,” by Becky Ellis: The Portland author will discuss her new book; 6:30 p.m.$5; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; or 541-306-6564.
Tuesday 6/18
“Betrayal: A Robin Lockwood Novel,” by Phillip Margolin: The author and lawyer will discuss his new book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; or 541-549-0866.
Sports & Outdoors
Thursday 6/13
2024 Pelzer Golf Oregon Open Invitational: There are two team competitions over the first 36 holes – best 2 net of the 4, and each professional will play a net four-ball with one amateur, watch three full days of golf; 9 a.m.; Brasada Ranch, 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Road, Bend; or 855-318-4960.
Group Bike Ride — Gravel Bike: Sisters Park & Recreation District have partnered with Blazin Saddles to host a series of group rides throughout the spring and summer; 5:30-8 p.m.; free; Blazin Saddles, 413 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; or 541-719-1213.
Restoration Tour: Join the Deschutes Land Trust for a restoration tour of Willow Springs Preserve, explore the variety of natural structures that have been added to Whychus Creek to improve creek conditions; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Willow Springs Preserve, Cemetery Road, Sisters; or 541-330-0017.
Friday 6/14
Ghost Tree Invitational: The two-day charity golf tournament includes premier golfing, food and entertainment; 7:45 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; $125, multiple different packages for dinner, golf, etc.; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; or 866-320-5024.
Native Bee Walk: Join Michele Sims for a native bee walk at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; free; Camp Polk Meadow Preserve, Cemetery Road, Sisters; or 541-330-0017.
Outdoor Yoga Classes: Step into the fresh air for an all-levels Vinyasa flow yoga class; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $20 class packs available for purchase; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Saturday 6/15
Bend Boarding Babes — Yoga On The Water: Do yoga on a stand-up paddleboard with instruction; noon-2 p.m.; $35; Sparks Lake, Sparks Lake, Bend; .
Ghost Tree Invitational: The two-day charity golf tournament includes premier golfing, food and entertainment; 7:45 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; $125, multiple different packages for dinner, golf, etc.; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; or 866-320-5024.
Nature Journaling: Join Kolby Kirk for a morning of learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while exploring nature; 9 a.m.-noon; free; Whychus Canyon Preserve, Off Goodrich Road, Sisters; or 541-330-0017.
Outdoor Yoga Classes: Step into the fresh air for an all-levels Vinyasa flow yoga class; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $20 class packs available for purchase; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Trail Love — Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA): COTA is hosting a trail workday, in which several groups of volunteers go out to work on trails out of Wanoga, coffee in the morning and lunch and beer in the afternoon, all ages and levels welcome; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; free; Wanoga Sno-park, Cascade Lakes Highway, Bend; .
Sunday 6/16
Bend Butte Babes: Hike with the group, all ages, all activity levels; 11 a.m.; free; Pilot Butte State Park, Pilot Butte State Park trailhead, Bend; .
Community Run with Wander Run Club: Run with others every Sunday morning, all paces, all bodies; 8-10 a.m.; free; Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend; or 541-389-7275.
Paddle Strong: Blending fitness and yoga, this class offers a low impact and full body workout; 10-11 a.m.; $40; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; or 503-888-5624.
Sunriver Pétanque Club: In Pétanque, players take turns throwing metal balls (called “boules”) down a gravel court trying to be closest to a small wooden ball, a “cochonnet,” simple game that can be learned in one session; 1-4 p.m.; free; Mary McCullum Park, Deschutes Road, Sunriver; or 503-201-5939.
Monday 6/17
Outdoor Yoga Classes: Step into the fresh air for an all-levels Vinyasa flow yoga class; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $20 class packs available for purchase; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Tuesday 6/18
Group Bike Ride — Mountain Bike: Sisters Park & Recreation District and Blazin Saddles have partnered to host a series of group rides throughout the spring and summer months; 5:30-8 p.m.; free; Blazin Saddles, 413 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; or 541-719-1213.
Guided Woodpecker Walk: Explore the aspen and ponderosa forest for woodpecker activity, registered participants will receive meet-up instructions; 7-8:30 a.m.; free, registration required; Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend; or 541-389-7275.
Outdoor Yoga Classes: Step into the fresh air for an all-levels Vinyasa flow yoga class; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $20 class packs available for purchase; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Swordfighting practices: Historical fencing practices and competitions, beginner-friendly, and promotes good martial technique, no special gear required for first few practices; 5:15-7:30 p.m.; first practice free, after that, $40 per month; Bend Masonic Lodge, 1036 NE Eighth St., Bend; or 541-241-6742.
Wednesday 6/19
Kids Ninja Warrior After-School Camp: Coaches will lead kids through weekly Ninja Warrior circuits that include climbing, parkour, gymnastics and functional fitness movements; 1:30-4 p.m.; $199; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Outdoor Yoga Classes: Step into the fresh air for an all-levels Vinyasa flow yoga class; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $20 class packs available for purchase; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Kids & Family
Thursday 6/13
Mini-Ninja Camp: develop fundamental coordination skills through gymnastics, climbing and tumbling movements, 6-week series, age 3-5, drop-off; 1-3 p.m.; $167; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Mom + Baby Yoga Classes: A class to bond with your baby while also hanging out with other moms with little ones; 10:30-11:45 a.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Saturday 6/15
Qualifier — Kids Ninja Warrior Competition: This is a Season 9 Area Qualifier Event, officially sanctioned by Ultimate Ninja Athlete Association (UNAA); 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; $55 Convenience fees not included; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Storytime with Sloth: There will books, songs and coloring time, all ages welcome; 10-11 a.m.; free; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; or 541-549-0866.
Sunday 6/16
Regional Kids Ninja Warrior Competition: Compete in the UNAA Regional Qualifying Event if qualified in an area qualifying event; 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; $55, convenience fees not included; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Monday 6/17
Waldorf School of Bend Summer Camp: Our nature-based camps inspire imagination, exploration and a love for the outdoors; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; $2,926 for 8-week camps; Waldorf School of Bend, 2150 NE Studio Road, Bend; or 541-330-8841.
Wednesday 6/19
2 Day Nerf Camp with Aim Instructor: Play 2 to 3 objective style nerf games which will be led by staff, for ages 6 and up; 9-11 a.m.; $100 early bird; Abstract In Motion, 63830 Clausen Road, Suite 102, Bend; or 541-505-3318.
2 Day Parkour/Ninja Warrior with Aim Instructor: Students will learn the basics of parkour along with many other activities such as obstacle courses, time trials and games, for ages 6 and up; noon-2 p.m.; $100 early bird; Abstract In Motion, 63830 Clausen Road, Suite 102, Bend; or 541-505-3318.
Kids Ninja Warrior After-School Camp: Coaches will lead kids through weekly Ninja Warrior circuits that include climbing, parkour, gymnastics and functional fitness movements; 1:30-4 p.m.; $199; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; or 541-241-3919.
Waldorf School of Bend Summer Camp: Our nature-based camps inspire imagination, exploration and a love for the outdoors; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; $2,926 for 8-week camps; Waldorf School of Bend, 2150 NE Studio Road, Bend; or 541-330-8841.
Lectures & Classes
Thursday 6/13
Breathe And Receive Sound Bath And Yoga Monthly Community Event: A relaxing evening filled with gentle yoga, crystal sound healing, and community connection; 6:30-8 p.m.; $45, $40 early bird discount; Ezra Alya, 1733 NE Woodridge Lane, Bend; or 541-668-1716.
HbA1c and Foot Check Drop In Day: Synergy Health & Wellness hosts event for diabetes HbA1c testing, foot examination and a 10-minute foot massage; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; $30; Synergy Health & Wellness, 244 NE Franklin Ave., Suite 5, Bend; synergybend.as.me or 541-323-3488.
Weekly mindfulness-based meditation group: Meditation practices from the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, no experience is necessary.; 6:30-8 p.m.; free, donations are gladly accepted; Grace First Lutheran Church, 2265 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend; or 802-299-0722.
Friday 6/14
Couples Massage Classes: Connect with your sweetheart in a couples massage class with Taproot Bodywork, 2 or 4 hour classes, one couple/session; 1 p.m.; $250 two hours, $400 four hours; Taproot Bodywork Studio, 123 Tumalo, Bend; or 503-481-0595.
Saturday 6/15
2024 Deschutes Historical Museum Heritage Walking Tours: Discover what early Bend was like through its architecture and the people who lived here; 10:30 a.m.-noon; $15 reservations required; Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend or 541-389-1813.
Couples Massage Classes: Connect with your sweetheart in a couples massage class with Taproot Bodywork, 2 or 4 hour classes, one couple/session; 1 p.m.; $250 two hours, $400 four hours; Taproot Bodywork Studio, 123 Tumalo, Bend; or 503-481-0595.
The Succulent Class — A Needle Felting Workshop for Beginners: Join 2024 PMRCAA resident fiber artist Christie Lower in this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will use basic felting techniques to create three felted succulents; 9 a.m.-noon; $85; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Road, Sisters; or 541-904-0700.
Sunday 6/16
Father’s Day: All dads and those who serve as dads receive free admission; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-382-4754.
Monday 6/17
Bend Zen Meditation Group: Develop your practice with Bend Zen on Monday evenings, two 25-minute sits, walking meditation and a member-led dharma discussion; 6:45-8:30 p.m.; free; Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 NW Wall St., Bend; .
Tuesday 6/18
Community Conversations — Choose Your Own Conversation Adventure: Share your ideas, opinions and questions, registration is required, there will be a light dinner served; 5-7:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; or 541-617-7050.
Lunch & Learn Speaker Series: A presentation during the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s community dining program; 11:30 a.m.-noon; free; Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy., Sisters; .
Midtown Crossing Project Open House: Project designers and city staff will be available to provide information and answer questions; 4:30-6:30 p.m.; free; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio.
Paint Night: Get step-by-step instructions, arrive early to purchase drinks and food; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $49; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; or 541-388-8331.
Wednesday 6/19
Elder Hiking Tips and Tricks: Learn tips and tricks for staying safe, found, comfortable, healthy on your journey from thru-hiker Mary “Fireweed” Kwart; 4:30-6 p.m.; free; Zoom; .
Food & Drinks
Thursday 6/13
Craft Bingo Night: Join for a family fun night of Bingo benefiting CASA of Central Oregon; 6-8 p.m.; $1-$5 per bingo card; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103, Bend; .
Quintessential Imports Wine Tasting: Try some Washington wines from Quintessential Imports; 4-6 p.m.; $15; Good Drop Wine Shoppe, 141 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend; or 541-410-1470.
Thursday Trivia: There will be gift card prizes, brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizza and food truck options; 6:30 p.m.; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; or 541-280-1690.
Trivia on the Moon: Trivia will be held on the patio; 7-9 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; or 541-388-8331.
Wine Workshop Series — The Four Winds Vineyard: Taste wines from the library and new releases to showcase what the vineyard produces, class price refunded with two-bottle purchase; 6-7 p.m.; $25, refunded with two-bottle purchase; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; or 541-728-0753.
Friday 6/14
Father’s Day Market: There will be local vendors and live music from Zack Madison from 5-7 p.m.; 3-7 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; or 541-280-1690.
Ribbon Cutting & Celebration for Willamette Valley Vineyards: Celebration of Willamette Valley Vineyards’ new location, guests will be given a light splash of wine to join in the cheers; 3-4 p.m.; free; Willamette Valley Vineyards, 916 NW Wall St., Bend;
Saturday 6/15
CROP Farmers Markets: There will be vendors every Saturday through the end of September; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; free; Stryker Park, 453 NE Third St., Prineville; or 541-447-1209.
Dad’s Day with Bend-Yay Beignets: There will be beignets, spirits and raffle prizes; noon-6 p.m.; free; Oregon Spirit Distillers, 740 NE First St., Bend; or 541-382-0002.
Juneteenth Central Oregon: Two-day event includes authentic African, Caribbean and African American cuisine, art, music, and education; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; .
La Pine Rhubarb Festival: free community, family-friendly event featuring 120+ vendors and 10+ food trucks/food vendors with live music and other entertainment; 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; free; La Pine Activity Center, 16450 Victory Way, La Pine; or 541-536-6237.
Revival Vintage Porch Party: There will be live music, vintage vendors and complimentary bevs; 2-7 p.m.; free; Revival Vintage, 550 NW 12th St., Bend; or 503-702-3552.
Wheels & Wings: There will be cars, planes, vendors, food trucks, cold beer and live music from Countryfied; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Prineville Airport, 4585 Airport Way, Prineville; or 541-416-0805.
Sunday 6/16
Good Bad Rad Vintage Block Party: There will be 20-plus makers, creators and secondhand vendors plus vinyl tunes by Adam Howell, all ages welcome; noon-4 p.m.; free; Good Bad Rad Vintage, 61419 S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-390-0495.
Juneteenth Central Oregon: Two-day event includes authentic African, Caribbean and African American cuisine, art, music, and education; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; .
La Pine Rhubarb Festival: free community, family-friendly event featuring 120-plus vendors and 10-plus food trucks/food vendors with live music and other entertainment; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free; La Pine Activity Center, 16450 Victory Way, La Pine; or 541-536-6237.
Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo (Father’s Day Edition): Each person attending will get 2 cards per game, 5 games played; 9:30 a.m.-noon; $10 online, plus fees; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; or 541-388-8331.
Scrabble Club: Play Scrabble every Sunday; 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; or 541-549-0866.
Sisters Farmers Market: Local farmers and food producers will sell produce, protein and farm products; 10 p.m.; free; Fir Street Park, East Main Street and Fir Street, Sisters; .
Monday 6/17
Bingo with Bren: Proceeds support local charities; 6-8 p.m.; $2 per card; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Road, Bend; or 330-461-3736.
Bottles & Boards: Bring your favorite game or borrow one; 2-9 p.m.; free; Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way #149, Bend; .
Head Games Trivia Night: Live multi-media trivia every Monday night; 7-9 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; worthy.beer or 541-639-4776.
Tuesday 6/18
Free Lunches for Seniors: Eat with other seniors; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy., Sisters; .
Happy Hour in the Garden: This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities, no experience or tools required, beer and non-alcoholic beverages are provided for all who volunteer; 4-6 p.m.; free; The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend; or 541-385-6908.
Paint Night: Get step-by-step instructions, arrive early to purchase drinks and food; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $49; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; or 541-388-8331.
Suttle Lodge’s Wine on the Deck Series — Buona Notte Wines: Buona Notte Wines out of the Columbia Gorge will be available to kick off the summer series; 3-6 p.m.; $60; The Suttle Lodge, 13300 U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; or 541-638-7001.
Women Tasting Flights — Division Winemaking Co.: 2 flights of 3 wines with 2 food pairings, a monthly group of women connecting with wine and one another; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $66, includes gratuity; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; or 541-728-0753.
Wednesday 6/19
Bend Farmers Market: Local farmers, ranchers and food producers will sell produce, protein and farm products; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Brooks Alley, NW Brooks St., Bend; .
Biz & Bevs: Join the Bend business community for the networking event; 4:30-6 p.m.; Kernutt Stokes LLP, 1777 SW Chandler Ave., Suite 280, Bend; .
Head Games Trivia Night: Live multimedia trivia every Wednesday, teams up to 6, prizes to winners; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free; Deschutes Brewery & Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend; or 541-382-9242.
Stampede Street Party: There will be live music, a cattle drive, cornhole, food, beverage, shopping and a chili cook off by local first responders; 4th & Main Street, Prineville; .
Wine Workshop Series — The Spring Valley Vineyards Story: Hear how Head Winemaker Kate Derby’s great-great grandfather Uriah Cockrum started Spring Valley and her journey to become the 5th generation family winemaker in Walla Walla; 6-7 p.m.; $25, refunded with 2 bottle purchase; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; or 541-728-0753.
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