Events Calendar Feb. 22-28: Open Singing Practice; Free Sauna Sessions; Working Through Writer’s Block

Published 3:45 pm Tuesday, February 20, 2024

: Food and drinks will be available for purchase Friday at the bottom of Red Chair on Mt. Bachelor for Red Chair Roundup.

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Arts

Thursday 2/22

Intersections — Youth Exhibition: Showcases intersection of tradition and contemporary art, supported by the Warm Springs Community Action Team; 1-6 p.m.; free; Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave., Suite 138, Bend; scalehouse.org or 541-640-2186.

Friday 2/23

Black History Month — Film Screening: The documentary “Blend: On Being Black in Bend,” which asks 10 Black Central Oregonians about their experiences living, working and playing in the High Desert, will be shown; 6-8 p.m.; free; Bend Campus, Hitchcock Auditorium — Central Oregon Community College, 2600 NW College Way, Bend; cocc.edu or 541-383-7700.

The Lip Sync Smackdown: Shanan Kelley and DJ Bobby Evers will host the lip sync battle, there will be great music and prizes; 7-9 p.m.; $12 sliding scale donation; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio or 541-410-5866.

Mountainfilm on Tour: The fundraiser will feature films each night and a wide variety of raffle prizes; 6-10 p.m.; $22; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; envirocenter.org or 541-317-0700.

Working Through Writer’s Block: Spark your creativity and explore methods of writing while feeling stuck; noon-2 p.m.; free Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Saturday 2/24

Intersections — Youth Exhibition Closing: Showcases intersection of tradition and contemporary art, supported by the Warm Springs Community Action Team; 1-6 p.m.; free; Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave., Suite 138, Bend; scalehouse.org or 541-640-2186.

Mountainfilm on Tour: The fundraiser will feature films each night and a wide variety of raffle prizes; 6-10 p.m.; $22; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; envirocenter.org or 541-317-0700.

Monday 2/26

Quiet Writing: Bring personal work, read a book or answer emails, come when you can, leave when you want; 9-10:30 a.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Wednesday 2/28

Open Singing Practice: Dave Finch will be holding a dedicated music practice for anyone who wants to sing with SolShine; 7-8:30 p.m.; free; Unity Sanctuary, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.org or 541-388-1569.

Theater & Dance

Saturday 2/24

Tay Tay Dance Party: A DJ will play two hours of Taylor Swift songs along with a National Touring Laser Light Show; 7-11 p.m.; $25 online, $30 at door; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Sunday 2/25

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; soulinmotionbend.com or 541-948-7015.

Tuesday 2/27

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; 7:45-9:45 p.m.; $15-$25 sliding scale, ages 12+; Boys & Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; ecstaticbend.com or 541-617-2877.

Wednesday 2/28

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.; $15; Continuum Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend; soulinmotionbend.com or 541-948-7015.

Comedy

Saturday 2/24

Ben Miller’s Stand-Up Science: A multimedia stand-up comedy show about science, hosted by Liam Gibler; 7:30-9 p.m.; $15 online, plus fees, $20 at door; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio or 541-410-5866.

Well Traveled Comedy: Eugene-based stand-up comic Diana Ramsey will headline, featuring JB Garner and Hazel Jae; 8 p.m.; $15 online, $20 at door; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103, Bend; craftoregon.com or 541-668-1766.

Sunday 2/25

Out of Thin Air: The Improvisational Comedy Theater Company will perform based on audience suggestions and some sketches; 7-9:30 p.m.; $15 online, plus fees; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Tuesday 2/27

Improv Class: The Bend Institute of Comedy will hold an 8-week series in comedy improvisation; 6:30-9 p.m.; $395; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; BendInstituteofComedy.com or 541-410-5866.

Wednesday 2/28

Comedy Open Mic: Sign up at 7:30 p.m., every Wednesday; 8 p.m.; free; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103, Bend; craftoregon.com or 541-668-1766.

The Roundabouts Improv: A group of improvisers based in Central Oregon will perform a show inspired by audience suggestions; 7:30-9 p.m.; $15; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio or 541-410-5866.

Books

Thursday 2/22

“The Must-Be-Admired Things: Collected Poems & Translations”: Gary Miranda will discuss his new book, he has taught writing and literature as Fulbright Lecturer at the University of Athens, Greece, and as poet-in-residence at Reed College; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Sunday 2/25

Reflections on the Life & Work of Edward S. Curtis: Dr. Larry Peterson’s will present the world-famous photographer’s study from the 1890s-1920s of the cultures and traditions of 80 Western tribes, photographing 10,000 tribal members; 1-3:30 p.m.; $10 tickets at the door, seating is first-come, first-served; Sisters Firehouse Community Hall, 301 S. Elm St., Sisters; sistersfire.com or 541-610-6323.

Sports & Outdoors

Thursday 2/22

Full Moon Nordic Nights: A guided cross-country ski after dark, snacks provided, drinks available for purchase; 4-8 p.m.; $99; Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; mtbachelor.com or 800-829-2442.

Mom + Baby Yoga Classes: Bond with your baby while also hanging out with other moms with little ones; 10:45 a.m.-noon; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Thrifty Thursdays: $33 lift tickets every Thursday; 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; $33; Hoodoo Ski Area, 27400 Big Lake Road, Sisters; skihoodoo.com or 541-815-0574.

Wax + Brews with Between Evergreens: First come, first serve waxes; 5-8 p.m.; $20; Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road, Bend; facebook.com/bunkandbrew or 458-836-7866.

Friday 2/23

Free Sauna Sessions: Show valid season or day pass to Mt. Bachelor for free afternoon/evening sauna sesh; 3-9 p.m.; free; Bunk+Brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend; facebook.com/bunkandbrew or 458-202-1090.

Friday Night Lights: Ski under the lights until 9 p.m. and enjoy live music; 4-9 p.m.; $38; Hoodoo Ski Area, 27400 Big Lake Road, Sisters; skihoodoo.com or 541-815-0574.

Red Chair Roundup: There will be Deschutes beers and food, 50 free tokens given to 50 first guests riding the Red Chair; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Mt. Bachelor, base of Red Chair, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; mtbachelor.com or 800-829-2442.

Saturday 2/24

Ninja Night: Experienced staff will supervise and lead team-building games, Ninja Warrior challenges and timed races through an obstacle course; 5:30-8:30 p.m.; $37; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Prenatal Yoga Classes: All levels and stages of pregnancy are welcome; 10:30-11:45 a.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Winter Carnival: There will be an ax-throwing booth, disc golf, musical chairs, a three-legged obstacle race, a team tube race, a hula-hoop contest, a fly-athalon, a pie-eating contest, a ski javelin throw, an archery contest, a Hoodoo employee snow sculpture contest and bingo; 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Hoodoo Ski & Recreation, Hwy 20 Box 20, Sisters; skihoodoo.com or 541-822-3799.

Sunday 2/25

Tension Release Yoga: A class for alleviating tension, preventing sports injuries and restoring flexibility, each week focuses on a different area of the body, all levels welcome; 6:30-7:45 p.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Bend; freespiritbend.pike13.com or 541-241-3919.

Monday 2/26

Total Core Yoga Classes: This series focuses on developing the whole network of muscles throughout your trunk, moms three months postpartum are welcome to attend; 5:30-6:30 p.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Tuesday 2/27

Swordfighting from the age of pirates: Historical fencing practices and competitions; 5:30-7 p.m.; free for the first month, sliding-scale dues afterward; Masonic Hall of Bend, 1036 NE Eighth St., Bend; bend1595.com or 541-241-6742.

Yoga Wall Classes: The Yoga Wall improves alignment, takes you deeper into poses and elongates the spine; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $125; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Wednesday 2/28

Himalayan Kriya Yoga and Soundbath with Kevin Kraft: Come tap, shake, breath, stretch and release any stagnant energies or anxieties to prepare yourself for a deep journey of awareness inward through a sound bath, all levels welcome; 6-8 p.m.; $30; Hanai Foundation, Forest Room, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; hanaifoundation.org or 541-668-6494.

Yoga Mama Classes: Reduce common “mom” tensions especially in the low back, neck and shoulders; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $125; Yoga Mama Classes, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Kids & Family

Thursday 2/22

Mini-Ninja Camp: Weekly themes include: Ninja Warrior obstacle-based circuits, upbeat group games, parachute play, bubbles, yoga stretching and interactive story time, 6-week series, age 3-5, drop-off; 1-3 p.m.; $165; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Saturday 2/24

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., Bend; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Daddy Daughter Dance — A Night in Paris: A special time for dads (or male role models) to get dressed up and share in Parisian-themed fun for K to 5th grade girls; 6-9 p.m.; $50; Summit High School, 2855 NW Clearwater Drive, Bend; facebook.com or 541-322-3300.

Tuesday 2/27

PVC Pipe Fort Workshop: Create your very own PVC pipe fort; 3:30-4:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Wednesday 2/28

Hello! Storytime: A half hour of stories, movement and some music for ages 0-5; 10:30-11 a.m.; free; Roundabout Books, 900 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Kids Ninja Warrior After-School Camp: Circuits include climbing, parkour, gymnastics and functional fitness movements, 6-week series, ages 6-10, drop-off; 1:30-4 p.m.; $199; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 2/22

Community Conversations — Is Central Oregon Welcoming?: Explore the factors of creating a welcoming community; light supper served at 5 p.m., conversation begins at 5:30 p.m.; 5-7 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Life is Short — Live your legacy now: Explore spiritual/philosophical traditions, engage in reflective exercises and share ways to intentionally navigate, evening sessions 7-9 p.m. as well; 9-11 a.m.; Partial trade and scholarships are available; Private residence, provided with sign up, Bend; invitinggrowth.org.

Mindfulness Based Meditation Group: Meditation based on teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, including a reflection, two 20-minute sits, a brief exercise period and a discussion period, no experience is necessary, padded chairs are available; 6:30-8 p.m.; free, donations accepted; Grace First Lutheran church, 2265 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend; gracefirstlutheran.org or 802-299-0722.

Mixology at the Lodge: There will be spirited demos on crafting cocktails; 4-5 p.m.; free; Main Lodge (Living Room) at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver; sunriverresort.com or 855-420-8206.

What’s Brewing — Trends in Business Lending: A conversation with regional banking partners and community lenders about the impacts of federal monetary policy, interest rates and lending trends; 5-7:30 p.m.; $40, $25 members; Tetherow Golf Club, 61240 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend; bendchamber.org or 541-388-2582.

Wolf Song — The Role of the Wolf Species in Plateau Spirituality: Artist, knowledge holder and language expert Dr. Phillip Cash Cash (Cayuse/Nez Perce) will discuss the deep cultural meanings that wolves hold for tribes in the region; 6-7 p.m.; $10; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Friday 2/23

Women’s Embodiment 101: Learn some of the most powerful practices for uncrunching your body, unclenching your jaw, releasing patterns of tightening and gripping, and transforming anxiety and overwhelm into grounded peace; 6-8 p.m.; free; Hanai Foundation, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; hanaifoundation.org or 541-668-6494.

Working Through Writer’s Block: Spark your creativity and explore methods of writing while feeling stuck; noon-2 p.m.; Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Saturday 2/24

Growing Vegetables in Central Oregon: Central Oregon and Oregon State University master gardeners will teach you how to have a successful garden; 10 a.m.-noon; free; Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Highway, Building 4, Sisters; extension.oregonstate.edu.

Pasta Making: Executive chef Josh Hedrick will hold an interactive pasta-making demo; 4-5:30 p.m.; $50; Lodge Kitchen at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver; sunriverresort.com or 855-420-8206.

Monday 2/26

Know Puzzles — Tie-Dye Patterns: Explore the basics of tie-dye patterns; 3-4:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Unity Event — The Art of Attraction: Learn strategies to establish or expand a great relationship; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $250 for 1 and $150 if 2; Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.elvanto.net or 541-390-8244.

Tuesday 2/27

Nerd Night Presents — Sounds From Beyond: An hour packed with weird recordings and sounds from all areas of the paranormal; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Pour House Grill, 61276 S. Highway 97, Bend; facebook.com/groups/bendnerds.

XR as Communication — The Future is Here: Oregon Reality Lab Director Donna Davis will discuss the world of immersive media; 7-8:30 p.m.; $5, teachers and students free; The Belfry, 302 E. Main Ave., Sisters; belfryevents.com or 541-815-9122.

Wednesday 2/28

Addressing Sex Trafficking in Our Community: Join this training to learn indicators, myths and how to respond; 6-7 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Raise the Deschutes: The Deschutes River Conservancy’s seminar series will have a discussion focused on balancing water conservation, agricultural needs and sustainable management of the Crooked River; 6-8 p.m.; free; Meadow Lakes Golf Course, 300 SW Meadow Lakes Drive, Prineville; lp.constantcontactpages.com or 541-447-7113.

Food & Drinks

Monkless to the Mountain: $1 off first draft beer or flight by showing mountain pass, every day through February; Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way, Suite 202, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Thursday 2/22

February 2024 Central Oregon PubTalk: A happy hour aimed at bringing together different facets of the business community in one place to network, share ideas and further local businesses; 4:30-7 p.m.; $32; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; edcoinfo.com or 541-639-4776.

Trivia Thursday: Play every Thursday, there will also be brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizza and food truck options; 6 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Friday 2/23

Farm to Table Dinner: There will be a menu with ingredients harvested from local farms and ranches; 5 p.m.; $90, cocktail hour not included; price based on consumption; Hearth Room at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver; sunriverresort.com or 855-420-8206.

Flights at the Lodge: There will be craft beer samplings from local breweries; 4-6 p.m.; price based on consumption; Main Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver; sunriverresort.com or 855-420-8206.

Winter Beer Fest: There will be beer, food, snacks and live music; noon-5 p.m.; $55 per day, includes 10 tasting tickets and commemorative cup; The Suttle Lodge, 13300 U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; thesuttlelodge.com.

Saturday 2/24

Saturday Supper Club: There will be a special themed menu and wine list each Saturday, dinner includes a four-course menu; 5-8:30 p.m.; prices vary, reservations required; Lodge Kitchen at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver; sunriverresort.com or 855-420-8206.

Single Mingle & Speed Dating: A night of mingling and speed dating with other singles in the area, 21 and over, benefits Humane Society of Central Oregon; 6 p.m.; $5; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Weekend Brunch & Bar With a View: Brunch with a side of sweeping views of the Great Meadow and the Cascade Range; 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; See menu for prices; Lodge Kitchen at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver; sunriverresort.com or 855-420-8206.

Winter Formal: Dress up for a ball and raffle for sweet prizes, funds raised support wildlife rescue Think Wild, there will be music from the 80s, 90s and 2000s; 5-8 p.m.; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Sunday 2/25

Crater Lake Spirits Barrel Brawl Whiskey Cocktail Competition: A Crater Lake Whiskey cocktail competition featuring the top 6 whiskey cocktails from local Central Oregon bars and restaurants; 1-4 p.m.; $18, children free; 10 Barrel Brewing Co., 62950 NE 18th St., Bend; craterlakespirits.com or 541-241-7733.

Mimosa fest (21+): There will be a DJ, brunch food menu, themed mimosa flavors and more; 7-11 p.m.; $15 online; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

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: Trivia every Sunday, prizes to win; noon-2 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Trivia Night: Trivia night every Sunday in the cafe; 6 p.m.; The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; thecommonsbend.com or 541-323-3955.

Trivia Night with Quizhead Games: Play trivia every Sunday at the food truck lot; 5-7 p.m.; On Tap, 1424 Cushing Drive, Bend; ontapbend.com.

Monday 2/26

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 Co., 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; worthy.beer or 541-639-4776.

Monday Night Trivia: Play trivia every Monday, there will also be brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizza and food truck options; 6 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Tuesday 2/27

Eight Flight Date Night: Eight flights of Belgian ales available; 4 p.m.; Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way, Suite 202, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Know Puzzles — Trivia on the Moon: Six rounds of questions specially put together for the library, prizes awarded to winners; 6-8 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-388-8331.

Trivia Tuesday: There will be heated Benches, frothy pints, food cart goodness and the brain-flexing sport of trivia; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St., Bend; thelotbend.com or 541-610-4969.

Wednesday 2/28

Head Games Trivia Night: Live multimedia 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.