What’s coming up: Events this week in Central Oregon, June 24-28

Published 2:00 am Monday, June 24, 2024

By The Bulletin staff

: Vincent Neil Emerson will perform on Tuesday at Volcanic Theatre Pub in Bend.

Live Music

Monday, June 24

Cage The Elephant: The American rock band from Kentucky will perform; 5:30 p.m.; $100 plus fees; Hayden Homes Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; bendconcerts.com or 541-312-8510.

Jeshua Marshall: The singer-songwriter will perform, all ages; free; The Suttle Lodge, 13300 U.S. Highway 20, Sisters; thesuttlelodge.com or 541-638-7001.

Tuesday, June 25

Barringer and Baker: Singer and guitarist Mark Barringer and violinist Bob Baker will perform; 1-3 p.m.; free; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

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.

Open Mic “Shine Your Light”: Perform every second and fourth Tuesday, sign up starts at 5:30 p.m.; 6 p.m.; free; The Cellar — A Porter Brewing Company, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Suite 2, Bend; porterbrewingco.com or 541-382-1645.

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; 6:30-8 p.m.; $60; Tetherow Golf Club, 61240 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend; inalandscape.org or 541-388-2582.

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.

Vincent Neil Emerson: The singer-songwriter from Texas will perform; 9 p.m.; $20 online; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Wednesday, June 26

Inner Limits: The Eugene-based band will perform blues and rock; 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 Rd., Bend; bevelbeer.com.

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.

Autumnal, Chiggi Momo & Not Your Ex Lover: The local girl bands perform; 7-10 p.m.; $10 online, $15 at door; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Joseph Konty: The Portland-based singer-songwriter will perform; 8 p.m.; free, RSVP; Volcanic Theatre Pub, Pub Stage, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

Thursday, June 27

Inner Limits: The blues, rock and funk band will perform; 6-8 p.m.; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Irish Trad Music: Irish traditional music will be performed; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Cellar, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Suite 2, Bend; porterbrewingco.com or 541-382-1645.

Live Solo Saxophone with Carson: The saxophonist will perform jazzy instrumental, jazz standards, R’n’B, Latin, pop, reggae and more, full band sound from backing tracks; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St., Bend; thelotbend.com or 541-668-1815.

The Up Shot: The local band will perform classic rock, blues, R&B, soul and outlaw country; 8-10 p.m.; free; Northside Bar & Grill, 62860 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; northsidebarfun.com or 541-383-0889.

Friday, June 28

234th Army Band: Nicknamed “Oregon’s Own,” the band is the Oregon National Guard’s ambassadors to the State of Oregon, it will perform classical to contemporary, intermixed with patriotic songs and traditional marches; 7:30 p.m.; free, register online; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Bend Band & Brewers Bash: The two-day fest celebrates liquid and musical arts featuring 10 breweries & 10 bands (5 per day) collaborating by composing beers designed to taste like their music sounds; 5-11:59 p.m.; $25, all tickets include 1st beer free (VIP incl. 2nd beer), 21+; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Definitely Dead: The Grateful Dead tribute band 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.

Sam Hunt: The singer-songwriter from Georgia will perform; 7 p.m.; $95; Hayden Homes Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; bendconcerts.com or 541-312-8510.

Arts

Friday, June 28

BendFilm Presents — No Man’s Land Film Festival: “IndieWomen” appreciation screening where we celebrate un-defining feminine in adventure and sport through film; 6-9 p.m.; $15 in advance and $20 at the door.; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; bendfilmyear-round.eventive.org or 541-317-0700.

SAA 4th Friday Artwalk: Visit the art galleries of Sisters, there will be demonstrations, plus additional sponsoring restaurants and food venues during and following the walk; 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; free; Downtown Sisters , 222 West Hood Avenue, Sisters; sistersartsassociation.org or 541-719-8581.

Theater & Dance

Tuesday, June 25

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 26

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.

“Tuck Everlasting”: The musical adaptation follows young Winnie Foster as she uncovers the secret of the immortal Tuck family and faces a life-altering choice; 7-9:30 p.m.; $25 suggested adult ticket; The Hayshed, 65125 Hunnell Road, Bend; ponderosaplayers.com.

Thursday, June 27

Tuck Everlasting: The musical adaptation follows young Winnie Foster as she uncovers the secret of the immortal Tuck family and faces a life-altering choice; 7-9:30 p.m.; $25 suggested adult ticket; The Hayshed, 65125 Hunnell Road, Bend; ponderosaplayers.com.

Friday, June 28

Comedy

Monday 6/24

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.

Whose Live Anyway?: Past “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis and Joel Murray will perform improv; 7:30 p.m.; $88 online, plus fees; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Tuesday 6/25

Wednesday 6/26

Thursday, June 27

The Roundabouts Improv: Bend’s funniest improv troupe will perform; 7:30-9:15 p.m.; $15 online, $20 at door; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio or 541-410-5866.

Friday, June 28

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.

Books

Tuesday 6/25

“No Perfect Mothers,” by Karen Spears Zacharias: A new, historical fiction presentation by a local High Desert author; 6-7 p.m.; free; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

Wednesday 6/26

“Lady Tan’s Circle of Women,” by Lisa See: The New York Times bestselling author will discuss her new book; 6:30 p.m.; $10; Westside Community Center, 2051 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-382-7504.

Sports & Outdoors

Monday, June 24

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.

Tree Walk with an Arborist: Learn to identify trees located along the Deschutes River; 10-11 a.m.; free registration required; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Tuesday, June 25

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.

Step Out! Walking and Wellness Group: Walk with neighbors once a week; 10-11 a.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Wednesday, June 26

Plant Hike: The Deschutes Land Trust and Tom Wainwright will lead a spring hike to learn about the plants of the Metolius Preserve; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Metolius Preserve, Deschutes; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Thursday, June 27

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 28

Sunset Yoga: Experience yoga in one of Oregon’s most beautiful locations, spots limited to 10 participants; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; $22; Smith Rock State Park, 9241 NE Crooked River Drive, Terrebonne; wildlandguidingcompany.com or 541-548-7501.

Kids & Family

Monday, June 24

Camp Courage: A day camp provided for kids who are touched by grief, there will be meaningful grief projects as well as games and activities; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Hanai, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; clearmourning.org or 541-668-6494.

Makey Makey Exploration: Build a game controller using educational stem kit Makey Makey; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Preschool Story Time: Stories, songs and rhymes to develop early literacy skills, ages 3-5; 9:30-10 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Sensory Friendly Summer: Enjoy a summer afternoon with sensory friendly activities; 4-5 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

STEM Storytime: Play and learn with robot friends; 10:30-11 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Kids Ninja Warrior Summer Camp: Meet other ninja enthusiasts, build movement skills and have lots of fun; 1-4 p.m.; $225; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Nano-Ninja Summer Camp: There will be climbing, performing Ninja Warrior gymnastics movements, parkour tumbling and building new friendships for little ones; 9 a.m.-noon; $225; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Tween Yoga Summer Camp: Beyond the physical practice, the camp includes journaling, breath work, mindfulness activities, and arts and crafts projects that foster a sense of calm and mindful concentration; 12:30-3:30 p.m.; $225; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

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.

Tuesday, June 25

Family Story Time: Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5, space is limited; 10:30-10:55 a.m.; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

Wednesday, June 26

Family Story Time: Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5, space is limited; 9:30-9:55 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Hello Storytime: Story sharing, movement and a touch of music with 0–5-year-olds, geared toward those younger ages; 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; free; Roundabout Books, 900 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Makey Makey Exploration: Build a game controller using educational stem kit Makey Makey; 11 a.m.-noon; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

STEM Storytime: Play and learn with robot friends; 10-10:30 a.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Thursday, June 27

Camp Courage: A day camp provided for kids who are touched by grief, there will be meaningful grief projects as well as games and activities; 9 a.m.-noon; free; Hanai, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; clearmourning.org or 541-668-6494.

Family Story Time: Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5; 9:30-10 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Toddler Story Time: An active storytime with stories, songs & movement rhymes, ages 18-36 months; 10:30-11 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Kids Ninja Warrior Summer Camp: Meet other ninja enthusiasts and build movement skills, and have lots of fun; 1-4 p.m.; $225; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Family Story Time: Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5; 10:30-11 a.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Friday, June 28

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations: Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations: Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

Lectures & Classes

Monday, June 24

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 25

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

SCORE Small Business Counseling: Receive confidential business planning with a SCORE mentor; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Oregon’s Others — Gender, Civil Liberties, and the Surveillance State: Western Oregon University history and gender studies professor and author Kimberly Jensen will share her research; 7 p.m.; $5; McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Father Luke’s Room, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; mcmenamins.com or 541-382-5174.

Thursday, June 27

Drawing as a Meditation Workshop: Join PMRCAA resident artist Beatriz Guzman Velasquez in the drawing as a meditation workshop, invites participants to immerse themselves in the art of observational drawing; 4-6 p.m.; $35; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts and Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Road, Sisters; roundhousefoundation.org or 541-904-0700.

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.

Friday, June 28

Couples Massage Classes: Connect with your sweetheart in a couples massage class with Taproot Bodywork, 2 or 4 hour classes, one couple/session; 1 p.m.; $250 two hours, $400 four hours; Taproot Bodywork Studio, 123 Tumalo, Bend; taprootbodywork.com or 503-481-0595.

Food & Drinks

Monday, June 24

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.

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.

Tuesday, June 25

Bingo: Play and win cash and support a local nonprofit organization, cards $1-$5; 6-8 p.m.; $1-$5 cards; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

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

Head Games Trivia Night: Trivia every other Wednesday, prizes to winners; 6-8 p.m.; free; Crosscut — Warming Hut No. 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend; crosscutbeer.com.

Pint Night: $1 per pint sold will go to nonprofit CASA of Central Oregon; 5-8 p.m.; Wild Ride Brewing Co. — Prineville Tap Room, 1500 NE Third St., Prineville; wildridebrew.com or 541-903-8130.

Trivia on the Moon: Trivia on the Moon from Silver Moon Brewing will run trivia every last Tuesday of the month, winning team gets four rounds of free golf; 6-8 p.m.; free; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; exploretock.com.

Wednesday, June 26

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.

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.

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.

Yappy Hour & Pet Adoption: Happy Hour available during event, wine bottle sales benefiting Humane Society of Central Oregon, on the patio every last Wednesday all summer long; 4-7 p.m.; free; Bend Wine Bar, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend; bendwinebar.com.

Thursday, June 27

June 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.; $48, $32 for EDCO members; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; eventbrite.com or 541-639-4776.

Ribbon Cutting for Ravvivare Health & Wellness: There will be food, drinks, raffle and music, Ravvivare Health & Wellness is a medical aesthetics practice that specializes in enhancing natural beauty; 4-5 p.m.; free; Ravvivare Health & Wellness, 255 SW Bluff Drive, Suite 200, Bend; business.bendchamber.org

Trivia Night: Every second and last Thursday of the month, there will be prizes, raffle tickets and wine; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way Suite 194, Bend; bendwinebar.com.

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.

Wine Workshop Series — Nysa Vineyard-A Lesson in Vintage: Taste through a flight of different vintages of Pinot Noir from Nysa Vineyard to see how the weather can influence a wine; 6-7 p.m.; $25, refunded with 2 bottle purchase; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; exploretock.com or 541-728-0753.

Friday, June 28

Bend Band & Brewers Bash: The two-day fest celebrates liquid and musical arts featuring 10 breweries & 10 bands (5 per day) collaborating by composing beers designed to taste like their music sounds ; 5-11:59 p.m.; $25, all tickets include 1st beer free (VIP incl. 2nd beer), 21+; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

La Pine: Nourishing Minds: There will be free food and discussion about mental health; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; host5.evanced.info or 541-312-1090.

Resellers Row: Shop a selection of vintage and preloved clothing vendors, there will be drinks for purchase; 3-9 p.m.; free; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio or 541-410-5866.

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