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Arts

Thursday 12/7

Film Release Celebration: Celebrate the release of “The Outside Circle: A Movie of the Modern West”; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Bend; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Frozen Sing-A-Long: Local choirs and vocal groups lead “Frozen” fans of all ages in live sing-alongs to the film’s songs; 4 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.; $16 plus $4 Historic Preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Taize Meditation Service: The Taize Choir of Central Oregon invites you to participate in an hour of contemplative Taize music, prayer and silence at this monthly ecumenical service of healing and reconciliation; 7-8 p.m.; free; St. Helens Hall, Trinity Episcopal Church, 231 NW Idaho Ave., Bend; facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071919285548.

Friday 12/8

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

Saturday 12/9

A Christmas Carol: A modernized musical version of Charles Dickens story will be performed by the Central Oregon Mastersingers and Central Oregon Community College’s Lilli Ann Linford-Foreman; 7-9 p.m.; $31 plus $4 historic preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; centraloregonmastersingers.org or 541-317-0700.

Exhibition Opening: Andy Warhol’s Endangered Species: Features 10 works highlighting endangered species; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; free with museum admission; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Know Gather: Music in Public Places: Enjoy an hour of music courtesy of the Central Oregon Symphony and the 27th Street Brass Quintet; 2-3 p.m.; free; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Pottery Show and Sale: There will be handmade decorative and functional ceramic ware by local artists for sale; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend; facebook.com/RakuCO1 or 541-385-6908.

13th Annual Craft-O!: There will be local and handmade artisan goods; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; The Old Ironworks, 50 SE Scott St., Bend; theworkhousebend.com or 541-241-2754.

Sunday 12/10

A Christmas Carol: A modernized musical version of Charles Dickens story will be performed by the Central Oregon Mastersingers and COCC’s Lilli Ann Linford-Foreman; 2-4 p.m.; $31 plus $4 historic preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; centraloregonmastersingers.org or 541-317-0700.

Theater & Dance

Thursday 12/7

Alice by Heart: The theater group will perform the musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland; 7 p.m.; $15, $10 for students and seniors; Summit High School Auditorium, 2855 NW Clearwater Drive, Bend; summittheatrecompany.com or 541-322-3300.

The Night Before The Night Before Christmas: The play written by Cricket Daniel and stage managed by Geena Lopez will be performed; 7:30 p.m.; $35, $32 for students and seniors; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; cascadestheatrical.org or 541-389-0803.

Friday 12/8

Alice by Heart: The theater group will perform the musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland; 7 p.m.; $15, $10 for students and seniors; Summit High School Auditorium, 2855 NW Clearwater Drive, Bend; summittheatrecompany.com or 541-322-3300.

The Night Before The Night Before Christmas: The play written by Cricket Daniel and stage managed by Geena Lopez will be performed; 7:30 p.m.; $35, $32 for students and seniors; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; cascadestheatrical.org or 541-389-0803.

“This Must Be Christmas!” starring Tim Noah and Rachel DeShon: The Emmy Award winner and acclaimed operatic soprano will original songs and holiday favorites; 5:15 p.m.; $29.95 plus $4 historic preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Saturday 12/9

Alice by Heart: The theater group will perform the musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland; 7 p.m.; $15, $10 for students and seniors; Summit High School Auditorium, 2855 NW Clearwater Drive, Bend; summittheatrecompany.com or 541-322-3300.

Bend Community Contra Dance: Live traditional music from Trees are for Hugging and couple dancing akin to square dance, come solo or bring a partner, beginners welcome; 6:45-9:30 p.m.; $10; Pine Forest Grange, 63214 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; bendcontra.org or 541-306-9563.

The Night Before The Night Before Christmas: The play written by Cricket Daniel and stage managed by Geena Lopez will be performed; 7:30 p.m.; $35, $32 for students and seniors; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; cascadestheatrical.org or 541-389-0803.

Sunday 12/10

The Night Before The Night Before Christmas: The play written by Cricket Daniel and stage managed by Geena Lopez will be performed; 7:30 p.m.; $35, $32 for students and seniors; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; cascadestheatrical.org or 541-389-0803.

Soulful Sundays Community Dance: A Sunday morning dance, embodied prayer, alone and together; 10-11:30 a.m.; $20 online prepayment, $25 at the event; Continuum Yoga Studio, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend; soulinmotionbend.com or 541-948-7015.

Monday 12/11

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.

Wednesday 12/13

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; 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

Thursday 12/7

Peter Antoniou: The psychic comedian will perform; 7-11 p.m.; $18 plus fees; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Saturday 12/9

The Unhinged Holiday Show: A mix of stand-up and sketch comedy will be performed; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $15 online, $20 at door; The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend; thecapitolbend.com or 541-678-5740.

Monday 12/11

Beertown Comedy Open Mic: Sign up at 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; beertowncomedy.com or 541-388-8331.

Books

Wednesday 12/13

‘A Fine Line’ by Graham Zimmerman: The Bend author and alpinist will discuss his new book; 6-8 p.m.; $25 $44 admission and book; Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend; dudleysbookshopcafe.com or 541-749-2010.

Storytime: Monkeying Around will be read; 10:30-11 a.m.; free; Roundabout Books, 900 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Sports & Outdoors

Sunday 12/10

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.

MBSEF Youth Skimo Program: Introduce youth athletes of middle and high school ages interested in ski mountaineering to the sport through a program designed around both competition and fun; 2:45-5 p.m.; $425; MBSEF Bill Healy Training Center, 2765 NW Lolo Drive, Bend; mbsef.org or 541-388-0002.

Transforming Outdoor Spaces Through Photography: In this Intentional Hiking conversation hear from Tommy Corey about how he uses his creativity to create welcoming spaces in the outdoors; 4-5:30 p.m.; free Bend; intentionalhiking.com.

Tuesday 12/12

Think Wild Trivia Night: Test your knowledge of Central Oregon’s wildlife, outdoors and conservation to win great prizes; 6-8 p.m.; free, raffle tickets can be purchased with cash or via Venmo; The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St., Bend; tockify.com or 541-668-1815.

WinterVention: Hoodoo ski area will host a winter giveaway; 6-8 p.m.; free; Three Creeks Brewing Company, 721 S. Desperado Court, Sisters; skihoodoo.com or 541-549-1963.

Wednesday 12/13

MBSEF Youth Skimo Program: Introduce youth athletes of middle and high school ages interested in ski mountaineering to the sport through a program designed around both competition and fun; 2:45-5 p.m.; $425; MBSEF Bill Healy Training Center, 2765 NW Lolo Drive, Bend; mbsef.org or 541-388-0002.

Wanderlust Tours — Geminids Meteor Shower Starlight Snowshoe Tour: Walk through the forest to watch the meteor shower; 7-11 p.m.; $120; Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S. Highway 97, Suite 13, Bend; wanderlusttours.com or 541-389-8359.

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.

Kids & Family

Thursday 12/7

Family Yoga Classes: Practice yoga together and learn ways to bring mindfulness, calm and peacefulness into their daily routines, all levels welcome; 4:15-5:15 p.m.; $135; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Tween Yoga Classes: Learn flow sequences, strengthening and balancing yoga poses, as well as stress-reducing mindfulness techniques; 5:30-6:30 p.m.; $135; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Friday 12/8

Music Together Workshop: Grow your child into a confident music maker, registration required; 9:15-10 a.m. and 10:30-11:15 a.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

Monday 12/11

Baby Ninja Classes: Compete in the Kids Ninja Warrior Competition, includes a wide variety of tricky and thrilling ninja warrior challenges; 3:30-7:30 p.m.; $49, plus fees; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Minecraft Code Knights — Lost City of Atlantis: Bring your own device and embark on a Minecraft adventure; 4:30-6 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Tuesday 12/12

Jump for Joy: An exclusive toddler jump time with storytelling; 12:30-2:30 p.m.; $13; Mountain Air Trampoline Park, 20495 Murray Road, Suite 150, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-647-1409.

Mini-Yogi Classes: 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.

Wednesday 12/13

Santa Pajama Jam Open Play: Wear pajamas and take photos with Santa Claus and his elves while our coaches lead games; 2-3:30 p.m., 3:30-5 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m.; $24; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 12/7

Caregiver Burnout, Moral Distress and Compassion Fatigue: Oregon Care Partners will host a free webinar on the topic; 2-3:30 p.m.; free; oregoncarepartners.com/app/#/browsing-classes.

Mindfulness Based Meditation Group: Based on teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, includes 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 accepted; Grace First Lutheran church, 2265 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend; 802-299-0722.

Sip and Paint: Class taught by Bonnie Junell; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $48, paint supplies, a glass of wine and chocolates included; Artists’ Gallery Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver; artistsgallerysunriver.com or 541-593-4382.

Sunday 12/10

Glass Open Studio — Holiday Edition: Come and practice your skills with guidance; 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; $35; DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; diycave.com or 541-388-2283.

Monday 12/11

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

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

Tuesday 12/12

Science Pub — Can Bacteria from Wolves help Improve the Health of our Dogs?: A team of researchers at OSU-Cascades will discuss their discovery that bacteria from a wild wolf can potentially help prevent canine inflammatory bowel disease; 5:30-7:15 p.m.; $22; OSU-Cascades Campus, 1500 SW Chandler Ave., Bend; events.oregonstate.edu or 541-322-3100.

Wednesday 12/13

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.

Food & Drinks

Thursday 12/7

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 12/8

Dinner with the Winemaker: An intimate family style dinner and wines with owner and winemaker James Rhan; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $100 gratuity included; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend; flightswinebend.com or 541-728-0753.

Saturday 12/9

Champagne Campaign Tasting: Try four sparkling wines with Lance from Casa Bruno; 3-6 p.m.; $25, members buy one tasting, get one free; Good Drop Wine Shoppe, 141 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend; gooddropwineshoppe.com or 541-410-1470.

Greg Botsford & Lebart + Lori Walls: There will be live music to celebrate the owner of The Bleu Rooster food truck Lori’s retirement; 6-8 p.m.; free; On Tap, 1424 Cushing Drive, Bend; ontapbend.com.

Sunday 12/10

Not Cho’ Grandma’s Bingo: The weekly bingo game will be held on the brewery’s patio; 10 a.m.; price of cards vary 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.

Sip-Sip-Soiree: There will be food, drink and live music from Desert Wheelhouse, Central Oregon cover band; 4-6 p.m.; $65, $60 for owners; Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center Benham Hall, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver; sunriversharc.com or 541-585-5000.

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 12/11

Bingo with Bren: Proceeds support local charities; 6-8 p.m.; $2 per card; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd, Bend; bevelbeer.com or 330-461-3736.

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, Suite 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 12/12

Biz and Bevs: The Bend business community will meet to network; 4:30-6 p.m.; $10, free to chamber members; Umpqua Bank Century Drive, 390 SW Century Drive, Suite 100, Bend; bendchamber.org or 541-312-6061.

Happy Hour at Home Instead: Learn about the senior care industry and talk to others in the field; 3-5 p.m.; 20380 Halfway Road, Suite C, Bend; business.bendchamber.org.

Wednesday 12/13

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.

Trivia Night: Multi-category trivia competition for teams of two to six; 6 p.m.; reserve a spot; Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.