What’s coming up: Events this week in Central Oregon, June 17-21

Published 2:00 am Monday, June 17, 2024

By The Bulletin staff

: Damian Fagan, a former National Park Service ranger and field biologist, will lead a guided woodpecker walk through Shevlin Park in Bend on Tuesday.

Live Music

Monday, June 17

Bart Budwig: The singer-songwriter will perform with a four-piece band; 6-8 p.m.; The Suttle Lodge, 13300 U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; thesuttlelodge.com or 541-638-7001.

Sarah Shook & the Disarmers: The bluegrass singer-songwriter will perform; 7 p.m.; $20 online, $25 at door; The Belfry, 302 E. Main Ave., Sisters; belfryevents.com or 541-815-9122.

Tommy Emmanuel, CGP: The singer-songwriter will perform; 7:30 p.m.$45; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Brett Dennen: The singer-songwriter from Northern California will perform; 9 p.m.; $30 online; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Tuesday, June 18

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.

In A Landscape — Classical Music in the Wild: Guests explore the surrounding environment while listening to the music through wireless headphones, creating an immersive experience that fosters a connection with music, nature and one another; 6-7:30 p.m.; $40; Black Butte Ranch, milepost 93, U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; inalandscape.org or 541-595-6211.

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.

Christopher Paul Stelling & Guests: The singer-songwriter from Atlanta will perform; 7-11 p.m.; $18; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Tommy Emmanuel, CGP: The singer-songwriter will perform; 7:30 p.m.; $45; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

James McMurtry: The singer-songwriter will perform; 8-11:30 p.m.; $25 online, $35 at door; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Wednesday, June 19

The Carlile Family Band (formerly SmallTown Strings): The family band from rural Washington town Curlew will perform; 6 p.m.; free; McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Father Luke’s Room, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; mcmenamins.com or 541-382-5174.

Live Music at Bevel: Join us on the patio at Bevel every Wednesday night for a free live music show featuring some local talents; 6-8 p.m.; free; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Road, Bend; bevelbeer.com.

Vampire Weekend: The rock band from New York City will perform; 6 p.m.; $78 plus fees; Hayden Homes Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; bendconcerts.com or 541-312-8510.

Music on the Patio: A summer series of live music performances happening every Wednesday evening on the patio by Grill on the Green; 6-8 p.m.; free; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com or 866-320-5024.

Acoustic Open Mic: Hosted by Derek Michael Marc every Wednesday; 7-8 p.m.; Northside Bar & Grill, 62860 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; northsidebarfun.com or 541-383-0889.

Wolfchild: The band from Seattle will perform; 7-10 p.m.; $10 online; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Stampede Street Party: There will be live music, a cattle drive, cornhole, food, beverage, shopping and a chili cook off by local first responders; 4th & Main Street, Prineville; facebook.com/events/downtown-prineville/stampede-street-party/3131765373819903.

Thursday, June 20

Double Jump: The indie pop band will perform cover songs from all eras and originals; 6-8 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Live Music with Paul Eddy: The local singer/songwriter sings hits through the decades, plus originals; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St., Bend; thelotbend.com or 541-668-1815.

In A Landscape — Classical Music in the Wild: Guests explore the surrounding environment while listening to the music through wireless headphones, creating an immersive experience that fosters a connection with the music, nature and one another; 6-7:30 p.m.; $40; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; inalandscape.org.

Jordan Davis — Damn Good Time World Tour: The country pop singer-songwriter from Louisiana will perform; 7 p.m.; $55.70 plus fees; Hayden Homes Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin-Hixon Drive, Bend; bendconcerts.com or 541-312-8510.

Eric Leadbetter: The solo artist will perform classic and alternative rock covers and originals; 8-10 p.m.; free, 21+; Northside Bar & Grill, 62860 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; northsidebarfun.com or 541-383-0889.

Friday, June 21

Sun Sets Comedy Open Mic: A free comedy open mic every Friday, sign up 7:30 p.m., starts 8 p.m., hosted by Katy Ipock; 7:30-10 p.m.; free; Cheba Hut, 1288 SW Simpson Ave., Suite L, Bend; chebahut.com or 458-206-3411.

NOT.GREENDAY: The Green Day tribute band will perform; 8-11:30 p.m.; $18 online, $22 at door; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Micky and the Motorcars: The band from Idaho, now based in Austin, Texas, will perform; 8 p.m.-midnight; $22; Midtown Ballroom, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; midtownballroom.com or 541-408-4329.

Arts

Thursday, June 20

Art Forward, Advancing Creative Thinking, Scalehouse Fundraiser: Join for an annual fundraiser with an array of creative hubs and art auction featuring works from artists and community members; 4-7 p.m.; $75; Scalehouse Collaborative for The Arts, 550 NW Franklin Ave., Suite 138, Bend; scalehouse2024.eventive.org or 541-640-2186.

Crafts & Drafts Brewery Paint Parties: No experience necessary, instructors will guide you through the painting process step-by-step; 6-8 p.m.; $45; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103, Bend; letspaintclasses.art or 541-668-1766.

Urban Sketching Workshop: An urban sketching adventure in downtown Bend; noon-1:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Theater & Dance

Tuesday, June 18

Bend Ecstatic Dance: A weekly journey into free-form movement with music curation, a no-booze and no-shoes venue, no experience required, no dance instructions given; 7:45-10 p.m.; $15-$25; Boys and Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; ecstaticbend.com or 541-639-9695.

Wednesday, June 19

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.

Thursday, June 20

Now You’re Talking One-Acts 2024: An evening of eight one-acts, two of which are written by Susan Raley and Sara Freedman from Bend; 7:30-9:45 p.m.; $25, $22 for seniors and students; Sisters Middle School, 15200 McKenzie Highway, Sisters; silentechotheatercompany.org.

Friday, June 21

Comedy

Monday, June 17

Beertown Comedy Open Mic: Watch local comedians perform; 6:30-9 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Friday, June 21

The DUCC Comedy Showcase (presented by Bend Underground Comedy Club): A Comedy Club style experience in Central Oregon, showcasing local talent and occasional special guests, hosted by Eric Oren; 7:30-9:30 p.m.; $20 online, $25 at door; Immersion Brewery, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 185, Bend; instagram.com/bendcomedyclub or 541-633-7821.

So You Think You Got Jokes: An Avengers edition of the interactive comedy competition with two rounds of humor and the audience is the judge; 8-9:30 p.m.; $15 online, $20 at door; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Books

Tuesday, June 18

“Betrayal: A Robin Lockwood Novel,” by Phillip Margolin: The author and lawyer will discuss his new book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Sports & Outdoors

Monday, June 17

Outdoor Yoga Classes: Step into the fresh air for an all-levels Vinyasa flow yoga class; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $20 class packs available for purchase; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Tuesday, June 18

Group Bike Ride — Mountain Bike: Sisters Park & Recreation District and Blazin Saddles have partnered to host a series of group rides throughout the spring and summer months; 5:30-8 p.m.; free; Blazin Saddles, 413 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; sistersrecreation.com or 541-719-1213.

Guided Woodpecker Walk: Explore the aspen and ponderosa forest for woodpecker activity, registered participants will receive meet-up instructions; 7-8:30 a.m.; free, registration required; Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-389-7275.

Swordfighting practices: Historical fencing practices and competitions, beginner-friendly, and promotes good martial technique, no special gear required for first few practices; 5:15-7:30 p.m.; first practice free, after that, $40 per month; Bend Masonic Lodge, 1036 NE Eighth St., Bend; bend1595.com or 541-241-6742.

Wednesday, June 19

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.

Thursday, June 20

Crooked River Roundup: There will be rodeo activities and races all four days, all day long; 9 a.m.; $25 seniors $22.50, children ages 5-12 $10; Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 S. Main St., Prineville; crookedriverroundup.com or 541-447-4479.

Group Bike Ride — Gravel Bike: Sisters Park & Recreation District have partnered with Blazin Saddles to host a series of group rides throughout the spring and summer; 5:30-8 p.m.; free; Blazin Saddles, 413 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; sistersrecreation.com or 541-719-1213.

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.

Friday, June 21

Kids & Family

Monday, June 17

Waldorf School of Bend Summer Camp: Our nature-based camps inspire imagination, exploration and a love for the outdoors; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; $2,926 for 8-week camps; Waldorf School of Bend, 2150 NE Studio Road, Bend; bendwaldorf.com or 541-330-8841.

Wednesday, June 19

2 Day Nerf Camp with Aim Instructor: Play 2 to 3 objective style nerf games which will be led by staff, for ages 6 and up; 9-11 a.m.; $100 early bird; Abstract In Motion, 63830 Clausen Road, Suite 102, Bend; abstract-in-motion.com or 541-505-3318.

2 Day Parkour/Ninja Warrior with Aim Instructor: Students will learn the basics of parkour along with many other activities such as obstacle courses, time trials and games, for ages 6 and up; noon-2 p.m.; $100 early bird; Abstract In Motion, 63830 Clausen Road, Suite 102, Bend; abstract-in-motion.com or 541-505-3318.

Thursday, June 20

2 Day Nerf Camp with Aim Instructor: Play 2 to 3 objective style nerf games which will be lead by staff, for ages 6 and up ; 9-11 a.m.; $100 early bird; Abstract In Motion, 63830 Clausen Road, Suite 102, Bend; abstract-in-motion.com or 541-505-3318.

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.

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.

Friday, June 21

Children’s Book Drive: Donate your gently-used children’s books for kids in need; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; free; Roundabout Books, 900 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Lectures & Classes

Monday, June 17

Bend Zen Meditation Group: Develop your practice with Bend Zen on Monday evenings, two 25-minute sits, walking meditation and a member-led dharma discussion; 6:45-8:30 p.m.; free; Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 NW Wall St., Bend; bendzen.net.

Tuesday, June 18

Community Conversations — Choose Your Own Conversation Adventure: Share your ideas, opinions and questions, registration is required, there will be a light dinner served; 5-7:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Lunch & Learn Speaker Series: A presentation during the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s community dining program; 11:30 a.m.-noon; free; Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy., Sisters; sistersrecreation.com.

Midtown Crossing Project Open House: Project designers and city staff will be available to provide information and answer questions; 4:30-6:30 p.m.; free; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio.

Paint Night: Get step-by-step instructions, arrive early to purchase drinks and food; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $49; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Wednesday, June 19

Elder Hiking Tips and Tricks: Learn tips and tricks for staying safe, found, comfortable, healthy on your journey from thru-hiker Mary “Fireweed” Kwart; 4:30-6 p.m.; free; Zoom; intentionalhiking.com.

Thursday, June 20

How Wildfire Decisions are Made: The focus of this forum is to discuss how decisions are made to fight a wildfire when they start; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; $29; Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Drive, Bend; events.cityclubco.org.

Preserving Our Place — The Interplay of Culture, Climate and Migration: There will be a lecture, short-film screening and exhibition featuring Indigenous artists Chantel Comardelle and Dennis Davis; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Road, Sisters; roundhousefoundation.org or 541-904-0700.

Science Pub — Antarctic Krill and the Southern Ocean: Presenter Kim Bernard will share how the Southern Ocean’s marine ecosystem depends on krill, and how these tiny organisms respond to environmental change, including warming oceans; 5:30-7:15 p.m.; $22; OSU-Cascades Campus, 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.

Food & Drinks

Monday, June 17

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 #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, June 18

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.

Paint Night: Get step-by-step instructions, arrive early to purchase drinks and food; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $49; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Suttle Lodge’s Wine on the Deck Series — Buona Notte Wines: Buona Notte Wines out of the Columbia Gorge will be available to kick off the summer series; 3-6 p.m.; $60; The Suttle Lodge, 13300 U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; thesuttlelodge.com or 541-638-7001.

Women Tasting Flights — Division Winemaking Co.: 2 flights of 3 wines with 2 food pairings, a monthly group of women connecting with wine and one another; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $66, includes gratuity; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; exploretock.com or 541-728-0753.

Wednesday, June 19

Bend Farmers Market: Local farmers, ranchers and food producers will sell produce, protein and farm products; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Brooks Alley, NW Brooks St., Bend; bendfarmersmarket.com.

Biz & Bevs: Join the Bend business community for the networking event; 4:30-6 p.m.; Kernutt Stokes LLP, 1777 SW Chandler Ave., Suite 280, Bend; business.bendchamber.org.

Head Games Trivia Night: Live multimedia 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.

Wine Workshop Series — The Spring Valley Vineyards Story: Hear how Head Winemaker Kate Derby’s great-great grandfather Uriah Cockrum started Spring Valley and her journey to become the 5th generation family winemaker in Walla Walla; 6-7 p.m.; $25, refunded with 2 bottle purchase; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; exploretock.com or 541-728-0753.

Thursday, June 20

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

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, June 21

Willamette Valley Vineyards Wine Tasting: Join Paul Smith of Willamette Valley Vineyards to taste some of their Oregon wines; 4-6:30 p.m.; $20; Good Drop Wine Shoppe, 141 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend; gooddropwineshoppe.com or 541-410-1470.

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