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Arts

Friday 11/24

Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer Open Gallery and Studio: Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer Gallery and Studio open to the public; 1-5 p.m.; free; Kreitzer Art Gallery and Studio, 20214 Archie Briggs Road, Bend; dkreitzer.com or 805-234-2048.

Fourth Friday Artwalk: Meet artists and enjoy beautiful art, good company, music, demonstrations, plus sponsor food venues for during and following the artwalk; 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; free; Downtown Sisters Oregon, 222 West Hood Ave., Sisters; sistersartsassociation.org or 541-719-8581.

Saturday 11/25

Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer Open Gallery and Studio: Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer Gallery and Studio open to the public; 1-5 p.m.; free; Kreitzer Art Gallery and Studio, 20214 Archie Briggs Road, Bend; dkreitzer.com or 805-234-2048.

Studio 6000 Printmakers Studio Show and Sale: The show will feature original prints and mixed media art by 12 Central Oregon artist members, who share the space; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Studio 6000 Printmakers, 211 E. Sun Ranch Drive, Suite 103, Sisters; facebook.com/Studio6000Printmakers or 503-784-6618.

Sunday 11/26

Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer Open Gallery and Studio: Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer Gallery and Studio open to the public; 1-5 p.m.; free; Kreitzer Art Gallery and Studio, 20214 Archie Briggs Road, Bend; dkreitzer.com or 805-234-2048.

Monday 11/27

Writers Writing — Quiet Writing Time: Bring personal work, read a book or answer emails, free, open network WiFi available; 9-10:30 a.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Theater & Dance

Saturday 11/25

The Nutcracker — A Child’s Tale: This holiday ballet takes place on the eve of Christmas when a young girl, Clara, befriends a nutcracker; 1:30 p.m.; $30.50 plus $4 Historic Preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

The Nutcracker — A Child’s Tale: This holiday ballet takes place on the eve of Christmas when a young girl, Clara, befriends a nutcracker; 6 p.m.; $30.50 plus $4 Historic Preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Sunday 11/26

The Nutcracker — A Child’s Tale: This holiday ballet takes place on the eve of Christmas when a young girl, Clara, befriends a nutcracker; noon; $30.50 plus $4 Historic Preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

The Nutcracker — A Child’s Tale: This holiday ballet takes place on the eve of Christmas when a young girl, Clara, befriends a nutcracker; 3:30 p.m.; $30.50 plus $4 Historic Preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Monday 11/27

Bend Ecstatic Dance: Join once or weekly for a group dance experience that has no choreographed moves and allows for freedom of movement to the sound of the music; 7:15-9:15 p.m.; $12-$22 sliding scale, ages 12+; Tula Movement Arts, 2797 NW Clearwater Drive, Bend; ecstaticbend.com.

Rhythm of the Dance: There will be Celtic rhythms, precision dancing, an elaborate light show and imaginative costumes; 7:30 p.m.; $51 Plus $4 historic preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Wednesday 11/29

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.; $10 drop-in; Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend; CentralOregonTango.com.

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.; $20; Continuum Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend; soulinmotionbend.com or 541-948-7015.

Comedy

Friday 11/24

Tylor Jones: The stand-up comedian who started in Eugene will perform; 8 p.m.; $15 plus fees; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Saturday 11/25

Kyla Krehoff: The Oregon comedian will perform; 8 p.m.; $15 online, $20 at door; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103, Bend; craftoregon.com.

Wednesday 11/29

Books

Saturday 11/25

Storytime with Sloth: There will be books, songs and coloring; 10 a.m.; free; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Bend; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Tuesday 11/28

Central Oregon Writers Guild 2023 Member Anthology: Celebrate this year’s collection featuring unique voices in fiction, nonfiction and poetry; 6:30 p.m.; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mt. Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Sports & Outdoors

Thursday 11/23

Ice Skating Opening Day and Food Drive: Skate on the first day of the season and bring food donations; Noon-9 p.m.; free, donation event; Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Drive, Bend; SeventhMountainRiverCo.com or 541-693-9123.

Friday 11/24

Fall Wandering: Explore land trust preserves in the area; free; Deschutes Land Trust Preserves, Bend; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Saturday 11/25

Fall Wandering: Explore land trust preserves in the area; free; Deschutes Land Trust Preserves, Bend; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Turkey Trot Fun Run & Walk: There is a 1.2-mile and 3.5-mile course, benefits nonprofit Ten Friends Elevate Nepal; 11 a.m.; $10 plus one canned food item; Black Butte Ranch, milepost 93, U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; sisterscountry.com or 541-595-6211.

Sunday 11/26

Fall Wandering: Explore land trust preserves in the area; free; Deschutes Land Trust Preserves, Bend; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Wednesday 11/29

Women’s Bouldering Night: Climb with other women every Wednesday; 6-8 p.m.; The Circuit Bouldering Gym, 63051 NE Corporate Place, Bend; thecircuitgym.com or 541-797-6676.

Yoga Mama Classes: A yoga series designed specifically for moms with younger kids; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $125 for six-week class; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Kids & Family

Saturday 11/25

Storytime with Sloth: There will be books, songs and coloring; 10 a.m.; free; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Bend; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Sunday 11/26

Family Skate: Skate with the family every Sunday; 12:30-2:30 p.m.; $6 fee includes skates; The Pavilion Bend, 1001 SW Bradbury Drive, Bend; bendparksandrec.org or 541-389-7588.

Monday 11/27

Baby Ninja Classes: Classes include exploration through soft-obstacle Ninja Warrior courses to develop coordination and balance skills, plus yoga, songs, parachute play and bubbles; 9:30-10:15 a.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Wildlife Stories with Think Wild: Learn about helping injured wildlife through stories and make a craft; 10:30-11:30 a.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Tuesday 11/28

Fort Building Playgroup: This playgroup is ideal for ages 3-5 but open to kiddos on either end of that age range; 3:30-4:30 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; adventuresinyogapants.com or 541-617-7050.

Mini-Yogi Classes: Each class is specifically designed around a theme and includes age-appropriate yoga sequences, partner poses, songs with movements, active story time and bubbles; 4:30-5:15 p.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 11/23

Mindfulness Based Meditation Group: Meditation based on teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, it will include a reflection, two 20-minute sitting meditations, a brief walking meditation and an opportunity to share about the practice; 6:30-8 p.m.; free, donations are accepted; Grace First Lutheran Church, 2265 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend; 802-299-0722.

Saturday 11/25

Fall Thriving with Diabetes Education Series: An event on diabetes will be held; 9-11 a.m.; $0-$250, covered by most insurance, Medicare, Oregon Health Plans; Synergy Health & Wellness, 244 NE Franklin Ave., Suite 5, Bend; synergyhealthbend.com or 541-419-4019.

Paint Your Pet Party: Create a painting of your favorite pet from your photo with step-by-step instruction, supplies and pre-sketched canvas included; 4-7 p.m.; $70; Creative Art & Picture Framing, 2115 NE Highway 20, Suite 105, Bend; creativeartandframingbendor.com or 541-585-1541.

Monday 11/27

NAMI Connections Peer Support Group: A peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition; 7-9 p.m.; free; Online via Zoom; namicentraloregon.org or 541-316-0167.

Tuesday 11/28

Building Stronger Memories — Neuroscience to Enhance Learning and Retention: University of Portland professor Mark Pitzer will discuss how the brain creates memories; 7-8 p.m.; $5 tickets available at door, teachers and students free; The Belfry, 302 E. Main Ave., Sisters; belfryevents.com or 541-815-9122.

Death Café: Discuss death, free of agenda or ideology, with a friendly group; 6-7:30 p.m.; free, age 16+; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Wednesday 11/29

Introduction to West African Drumming: Learn about West African Culture through drumming; 3:30-5 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Conscious Relationships & Authentic Relating: Put the principles of conscious relationship and authentic relating into practice with exercises to build your relational muscles and give you confidence in using them in the real world; 7-9 p.m.; $20; The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend; rocketshiplifecoaching.com.

Nursing Program Info Session: Nursing orientations are information sessions designed for students interested in COCC’s associate degree in nursing; 5-6 p.m.; free; virtual; cocc.edu.

Wreath Making Workshop: All materials and tools will be available to make your own unique creation; 5:30-8 p.m.; $90; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com or 541-525-5532.

Your Self-Care Streak: A four-week group workshop that will help you identify and sustain self-care activities; 7 p.m.; $150; Online via Zoom; ceilingunlimitedhealthcoaching.com or 503-481-0595.

Food & Drinks

Thursday 11/23

Gobble ‘Til You Wobble Thanksgiving Dinner: Buffet will include pork belly, mac ‘n’ cheese, a roast turkey and prime rib carving station, chai spiced cheesecake and more, reservations required; 12-3 p.m.; $120 for adults; $45 for children; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; exploretock.com or 866-320-5024.

Suttle Lodge’s Thanksgiving Dinner: There will be a glass of welcome bubbles and a multi-course menu served family style; 4-7 p.m.; $90; The Suttle Lodge, 13300 U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; thesuttlelodge.com or 541-638-7001.

Thanksgiving: There will be specials alongside the regular menu; 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; mcmenamins.com or 541-382-5174.

Thanksgiving at Tetherow: The menu includes Central Oregon inspired ingredients and specialty cocktails; 1-7 p.m.; $105 adults, $45 ages 7-12, $15 ages 6 and under; Tetherow Event Pavilion, 61240 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend; tetherow.com or 541-388-2582.

Thanksgiving Day Grand Buffet: There will be appetizers, main courses, sides and desserts; noon-5 p.m.; $79 adults, $65 seniors, $37 children; The Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; riverhouse.com or 541-389-3111.

Thanksgiving Dinner; noon-4 p.m.; Black Butte Ranch, milepost 93, U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; sisterscountry.com or 541-595-6211.

Trivia on the Moon: Trivia will be held on the patio; 7-9 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Friday 11/24

Ducks vs. Beavers: Watch the game and vote for your favorite IPA with swag giveaways from the Corvallis and Eugene breweries; 5 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com or 541-318-0996.

Black Beer Friday: There will be six dark beers on tap and five dark beers available to-go, including Friar’s Festivus vintage, discounts available all day; 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; free; Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Saturday 11/25

Shop Small & Sparkles Party: There will be four Champagne and sparkling wines and tray passed appetizers; 5-6:30 p.m.; $99; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Suite 1, Bend; flightswinebend.com or 541-728-0753.

Sunday 11/26

Brunch Trivia: Gather your team and join for a friendly competition of the mind; noon-2 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Not Cho’ Grandma’s Bingo: The weekly bingo game will be held on the brewery’s patio; 10 a.m.; price of cards varies depending on the game; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Scrabble Club: Play Scrabble every Sunday; 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Bend; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Trivia Night with Quizhead Games: Play trivia with friends, family and others; 6-7 p.m.; On Tap, 1424 Cushing Drive, Bend; ontapbend.com.

Monday 11/27

Board Game Night: Feel free to bring your own board game; 6 p.m.; Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend; facebook.com/cruxfermentationproject or 541-385-3333.

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; bendwinebar.com.

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 11/28

Pint Night for Every Kid Sports: $1 of every pint purchased goes to helping provide kids with access to sports; 5 p.m.; Cascade Lakes Brewing Co., 21175 SE Reed Market Road, Bend; facebook.com/CascadeLakesBrewingCo or 458-836-7866.

Trivia Night: Test your knowledge, presented by AVID Cider Co.; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Immersion Brewery, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 185, Bend; facebook.com/AVIDCider or 541-633-7821.

Wednesday 11/29

Head Games Trivia Night: Live multi-media trivia every Wednesday; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free; Deschutes Brewery & Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend; deschutesbrewery.com or 541-382-9242.