Event Calendar

Published 12:00 am Monday, July 30, 2018

Monday

AARP Smart Driving Class: Learn safety strategies that can help avoid crashes, increase confidence and more; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; $15 members, $20 nonmembers; Bend Senior Center, 1600 SE Reed Market Road, Bend; 541-388-1133.

Bend-La Pine School Board Meeting: The regular meeting will include the election of board officers and more; 9 a.m.; free; The Bridges Clubhouse, 20832 SE Sotra Loop, Bend; bend.k12.or.us or 541-355-1001.

Deschutes County Commission Business Meeting: The board will consider an addendum to the existing lease between Deschutes County and Saving Grace, an amendment to the 911 operating agreement and more; 10 a.m.; free; Deschutes Services Center, Barnes and Sawyer rooms, 1300 NW Wall St., Bend; deschutescountyor.iqm2.com or 541-388-6570.

Toastmasters of Redmond: Learn skills of presentation and speaking style in a safe and supportive group; noon-1 p.m.; free; Church of Christ, 925 NW Seventh St., Redmond; 541-508-7591.

Deschutes County Commission Work Session: The session will include discussion on a potential marijuana production appeal, a suicide prevention grant and more; 1:30 p.m.; free; Deschutes Services Center, Allen Conference Room, 1300 NW Wall St., Bend; deschutescountyor.iqm2.com or 541-388-6570.

“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Auditions: All roles are open; research iconic scenes from the movie for the character you plan to audition for; performances are every Saturday in October and a special Halloween performance; 7-10 p.m.; free; 2nd Street Theater’s Warehouse, 1560 NE First St., Unit 10, behind Fitness 1440, Bend; 541-410-0975.

Tuesday

Juniper Golf Committee Meeting: The committee will hold a regular meeting; 8-10 a.m.; free; Redmond City Hall, 411 SW Ninth St., Redmond; ci.redmond.or.us or 541-923-7710.

Discover Nature Days: Buzz about Bees: Learn about the importance of these popular pollinators and what they need to survive through hands-on activities; ages 5-10; 10-11 a.m.; free; Ponderosa Park, 225 SE 15th St., Bend; childrensforestco.org or 541-383-5592.

Open Computer Lab: Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions; 10 a.m.-noon; free; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

Prineville Special City Council Meeting: The special session will include discussion on amending the development agreement for water and sewer service; noon; free; Prineville City Hall, 387 NE Third St., Prineville; cityofprineville.com or 541-447-5627.

Sisters Senior Lunch: The weekly lunch will be held alongside a free blood pressure clinic; noon-2:30 p.m.; $3.50 suggested donation; Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Highway, Sisters; sisterscountry.com or 541-678-5483.

Open Computer Lab: Practice or get help with basic tech tasks and questions.; 1:30-3 p.m.; free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1050.

Redmond Farmers Market: The market features local and regional vendors selling produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, drinks and more; 3-6 p.m.; free; Centennial Park, corner of SW Seventh Street and Evergreen Avenue, Redmond; visitredmondoregon.com or 541-504-7862.

State of the County Address: Hear the commissioners speak on a variety of topics ranging from marijuana regulation review to decreasing the property tax rate; 5-7 p.m.; $35 Chamber members, $45 nonmember, $10 more at the door; 10 Barrel Brewing Company, 62950 NE 18th Street, Bend; bendchamber.org or 541-382-3221.

Homebuyer Education Workshops: This three-part class will help navigate the homebuying process, including ways to improve your credit, finding the right mortgage and more; 5:30-8:30 p.m.; $45 per household, $75 online class; Bend NeighborImpact Office, 20310 Empire Ave., Suite A100, Bend; neighborimpact.org or 541-323-6567.

Redmond Special City Council Meeting: Discussion will include a public hearing on establishing the Makena View SW Umatilla Avenue Reimbursement District, a public safety and parks ballot measure recommendation and more; 6 p.m.; free; Redmond City Council Chambers, 777 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; redmond-or.granicus.com or 541-923-7710.

Wednesday

Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo: The annual fair includes carnival rides and games, animal exhibitions, art, food and rodeo; season tickets available; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; $12 adult, $7 seniors and children age 6-12, under 5 free; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond; expo.deschutes.org or 541-548-2711.

Bend MPO Technical Advisory Committee Meeting: The committee will discuss updates; 10 a.m.-noon; free; Deschutes Services Center, DeArmond Room, 1300 NW Wall St., Bend; bendoregon.gov or 541-693-2113.

History Pub Encore — The Life and Legend of Billy the Kid: Historian Richard W. Etulain will lead a talk on the life of the Western outlaw; noon-1 p.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1032.

Happy DOGust: Celebrate the birthday of all shelter dogs with cake for the humans, shelter animals, games and possibly adorable surprises; noon-3 p.m.; free donations accepted; BrightSide Animal Center, 1355 NE Hemlock Ave., Redmond; brightsideanimals.org or 541-350-9115.

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