The Deschutes Land Trust will run a Nature Kids course at Miller's Landing Park in Bend.

Live Music

Monday, May 6

Public (ROCK) Choir: A no-stress group singing event designed for any level singer and non-singers, rock/pop music only; 6-8 p.m.; free; Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Lane, Suite 1, Bend; singbend.com or 541-728-0703.

Corb Lund & Branson Anderson: The singer-songwriter from Alberta, Canada will perform; 7:30-11 p.m.; $25; Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; facebook.com/thedominoroom or 541-408-4329.

Tuesday, May 7

Open Mic Night: Mainly music open mic, but spoken word is also welcome, sign-up starts at 5 p.m.; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; thecommonsbend.com or 541-323-3955.

Karaoke Night with DJ Chris: Sing with DJ Chris Ossig; 7-9 p.m.; free; Northside Bar & Grill, 62860 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; northsidebarfun.com or 541-383-0889.

Zach Person: American recording and indie rock artist will perform; 8-11:59 p.m.; $20 online, $25 at door; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Wednesday, May 8

Andy Shauf: The Toronto-based, Saskatchewan-raised singer-songwriter will perform; 6 p.m.; $25; McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Father Luke’s Room, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; mcmenamins.com or 541-382-5174.

Jam Session with Darin Gentry & friends: The local musician will perform every Wednesday; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free; The Cellar, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Suite 2, Bend; porterbrewingco.com or 541-382-1645.

The High Hawks & Brad Parsons: The group of friends from various jam and Americana bands will perform; 7-11 p.m.; $20; Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; facebook.com/thedominoroom or 541-408-4329.

Thursday, May 9

Appaloosa: The High Desert Americana band will perform; 6-8 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com

Inversion: The local alternative duo will perform; 7-9 p.m.; free; Northside Bar & Grill, 62860 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; northsidebarfun.com or 541-383-0889.

Live Music with Caveman Dave: The local musician will perform family-friendly folk and Americana; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St., Bend; 541-610-4969.

Friday, May 10

Desert Wheelhouse: The local cover band will perform; 6-8 p.m.; free; Bend Brewing Company, 1019 NW Brooks St., Bend; 541-383-1599.

Terrapin Flyer: The Grateful Dead tribute band will perform; 8-11:30 p.m.; $20 online, $25 at door; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Club Saltburn: DJs wll spin music at this Saltburn-themed dance party; 8 p.m.-1 a.m.; $15 online, $20 day of show, $25 at the door; Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; facebook.com/events/942974730818482 or 541-408-4329.

Arts

Monday, May 6

Open Hub Singing Club: All songs are taught in a call-and-echo, aural tradition process, no previous singing experience required; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Public (ROCK) Choir: A no-stress group singing event designed for any level singer and non-singers, rock/pop music only; 6-8 p.m.; free; Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Lane, Suite 1, Bend; singbend.com or 541-728-0703.

Thursday, May 9

Open Studio: The second open studio of the 2024 PMRCAA Artist Residency season, learn about three artists practices and what they have done with their time on Pine Meadow Ranch; 4-6 p.m.; free; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Road, Sisters; roundhousefoundation.org or 541-904-0700.

Theater & Dance

Monday, May 6

Scottish Country Dance: A chance to socialize and get a bit of exercise, beginners welcome, all footwork, figures and social graces will be taught and reviewed; 7-9 p.m.; $5; Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend; sofn.com or 541-388-1908.

Wednesday, May 8

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.

Reader’s Theatre — Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town” Part 2: Participate in a theatrical reading of the play with script in hand, beginners welcome in this low-stress theatre environment; 6-8 p.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

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.

Books

Thursday, May 9

Virtual Book Discussion — “Things We Lost to the Water”: The group will read Eric Nguyen’s novel about an immigrant Vietnamese family who settles in New Orleans and struggles to remain connected; noon-1 p.m.; free; virtual; cocc.edu.

Sports & Outdoors

Monday, May 6

Total Core Yoga Classes: The series focuses on developing total core: the network of muscles throughout the trunk; 5:30-6:30 p.m.; $126; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Tuesday, May 7

Diving for the Solution to Pollution: Jonathan Ingram of Central Oregon Diving will discuss the ecological impacts of water pollution; 6-7 p.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

Wednesday, May 8

Camp Sherman BeaverHOOD planting: A two-day project to plant beaver habitat on private land in Camp Sherman, must signup for the April 14 orientation and training workshop if you plan to participate in this project; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free, RSVP; Lake Creek Lodge, 13375 SW Forest Service Road, Suite 1419, Camp Sherman; thinkwildco.org.

Priday Ranch Tour: The Deschutes Land Trust and Jen Zalewski will lead a hiking tour on the reserve; 9 a.m.-noon; Priday Ranch, Antelope Highway, Madras; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Yoga Mama Classes: A yoga series designed specifically for moms with younger kids, ages 6 and under; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $126; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.pike13.com or 541-241-3919.

Thursday, May 9

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; sunriverpetanque.org or 503-201-5939.

Kids & Family

Tuesday, May 7

Family Zumba class: The first two classes on May 7 and 9 will be free; meet instructor Perla Ruiz and explore to see if this class is suitable for you and your family; 6:45-7:45 p.m.; Larkspur Community Center, 1600 SE Reed Market Road, Bend; envirocenter.org or 541-388-1133.

Wednesday, May 8

Forge School Open House: Come see the learning studios in action, Forge is now enrolling middle and high school boys for the 2024/25 school year; 1:30-4 p.m.; free; Forge School Campus, 60526 Billadeau Road, Bend; forge.school or 267-234-1060.

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; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Nature Kids: This is an easy for kids, up to 1 mile walk, distance will vary depending on age and ability; 2:30-4 p.m.; RSVP; Miller’s Landing Park, 55 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; deschuteslandtrust.org or 541-389-7275.

Senior Day: Visitors 65 and older get into the museum for free; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Yoga Mama Classes: A yoga series designed specifically for moms with younger kids, ages 6 and under; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $126; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.pike13.com or 541-241-3919.

Youth Gelli Plate Print Making Workshop: Learn how to create colorful, multi-layered, textural prints with Gelli plates, space is limited; 3:40-4:40 p.m.; free registration required; Sisters Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org.

Thursday, May 9

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; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

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; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Lectures & Classes

Monday, May 6

Adult Slightly Nerdy Paint Nights: At adult paint nights, instructors will guide you through the painting process step-by-step, no experience necessary; 6-8 p.m.; $45; Modern Games, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 150, Bend; letspaintclasses.art or 541-639-8121.

Natural History Pub — Tree Climbing: Eric Forsman, retired scientist from the PNW Research Station and tree-climber extraordinaire, will talk about the approach, skill and preparation employed to climb Oregon’s biggest trees; 7-8 p.m.; free with RSVP; McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-5174.

Open Hub Singing Club: All songs are taught in a call-and-echo, aural tradition process, no previous singing experience required; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Tuesday, May 7

Advancing Your Yoga Practice: Explore, play and access postures beyond regular yoga classes, including hand balancing and inversions, experience a Yoga Wall class, not suitable for beginners; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $126; free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.pike13.com or 541-241-3919.

Diving for the Solution to Pollution: Jonathan Ingram of Central Oregon Diving will discuss the ecological impacts of water pollution; 6-7 p.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

Where do Trails Come From on Intentional Hiking: A conversation with Sirena Rana from Trails Inspire about her thru-hiking background and career designing trails; 4:30-6 p.m.; free; Zoom; intentionalhiking.com.

Wednesday, May 8

Candle Making Workshop: Make your own 100% soy candle, create a unique scent blend, explore the fascinating world of aromas, and learn how scents influence emotions and memories; 6-8 p.m.; $45, early bird discounts available; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Road, Suite B, Bend; cascadecandle.com.

Eggshell Garden Starts: Stop by to start your own garden in an eggshell, supplies are provided, but available on a first come first serve basis; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

The Guide to Retirement: Adam Bertapelle, an Executive Director of J.P. Morgan, will talk, Kenny Hadden hosts; 5:30-7 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; facebook.com/WorthyBrewing or 541-639-4776.

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.

Notice Your Nudge — Invite Growth: Weekly two-hour sessions will awaken your intuition, clarify your vision and chart steps in the direction that has nudged you all along, groups limited to eight; 9-11 a.m. and 7-9 p.m.; $550 for seven, two hour, in person sessions; trade welcome; RiverBend Neighborhood, private residence; Bend; invitinggrowth.org.

Youth Gelli Plate Print Making Workshop: Learn how to create colorful, multi-layered, textural prints with Gelli plates, space is limited; 3:40-4:40 p.m.; free registration required; Sisters Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org.

Thursday, May 9

EDCO’s Made in Bend Tour: Offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek into the operations and strategies of four local businesses that are shaping our region’s economic future; 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; $65, $50 for members; Brian’s Cabinets, 20780 Sockeye Place, Bend; edcoinfo.com.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage: Venus Nguyen, an assistant professor of art, hosts a community art exhibit and discussion for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; 12:30-1:30 p.m. and 6-7 p.m.; free; OSU Cascades, 1500 SW Chandler Ave., Bend; osucascades.edu or 541-322-3100.

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; gracefirstlutheran.org or 802-299-0722.

Breath 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; ezraalya.com or 541-668-1716.

Friday, May 10

Summer Scents — Perfume Making for Beginners: Hikisheme’s Kristine Ambrose will bring her beginning fragrance-making workshop, a blending session using aromatic materials associated with floral and herbal growth; 6-8 p.m.; $70; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; hikisheme.com or 866-320-5024.

Food & Drinks

Monday, May 6

Bingo with Bren: Proceeds support local charities; 6-8 p.m.; $2 per card; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Road, Bend; bevelbeer.com 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, Suite 149, Bend; bendwinebar.com.

Head Games Trivia Night: Live multimedia trivia every Monday night; 7-9 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; worthy.beer or 541-639-4776.

Trivia Mondays: There will be gift card prizes, brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizza and food truck options; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

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.

Tuesday, May 7

Free Lunches for Seniors: Eat with other seniors; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy., Sisters; sisterscountry.com.

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; envirocenter.org or 541-385-6908.

Let’s Talk Psychedelics Over Dinner: A private chef-curated meal, a mocktail, small table discussions prompted by questions listed at each table, followed by a larger facilitated discussion; 6-8:30 p.m.; $28; Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; drsabrinahadeed.com.

Orchard District 2024 Annual Meeting: We welcome all who live and work in the Orchard District to discuss neighborhood joy, news and issues, bring food to share, beverages and dessert provided; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio or 541-410-5866.

Ribbon Cutting for Three Sisters Sleep: Celebrate the brand-new location in Bend, now open full-time, there will be food and beverages; 4-5 p.m.; free; Three Sisters Sleep, 1569 SW Nancy Way, Bend; business.bendchamber.org or 541-797-9136.

Trappist Tuesdays: $1 off Belgian bottle beer flights featuring Orval, Westmalle and Rochefort breweries; 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; free; Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Wednesday, May 8

Farmer’s Market: There will be produce, meat, fish, baked goods and more in the alley and plaza; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Brooks Alley, NW Brooks St., Bend; bendfarmersmarket.com.

Head Games Trivia Night: Live multi-media 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; deschutesbrewery.com or 541-382-9242.

Friday, May 10

Mother’s Day ‘Rosé and Roses’ Featured Flight: Flight of 3 Rosés for Mothers Day weekend including Rosé Champagne, all moms get a rose to go with, reservations recommended; 3-9 p.m.; free; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; flightswinebend.com or 541-728-0753.

Pint Night Supporting Commute Options: $1 of every pint purchased is donated directly to Commute Options; 5-7 p.m.; free; Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road, Bend; cascadelakes.com or 458-836-7866.

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