Go! & Do: Bend-area things to do for July 25-31

Published 4:10 pm Tuesday, July 23, 2024

By The Bulletin

: Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play hosts Outdoor Yoga Classes weekly through the summer on its lawn in the Old Mill District, overlooking the Deschutes River.

Arts

David Kreitzer in the Kreitzer Gallery: The contemporary realist painter has works on display; Friday through Sunday 1-6 p.m.; free; Kreitzer Gallery, 20214 Archie Briggs Road, Bend; dkreitzer.com or 805-234-2048.

David Kreitzer Masterworks: Contemporary realist David Kreitzer displays figure, water and landscape masterworks in oil; all week 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; free; Betty Gray Gallery, Sunriver Lodge, Sunriver; dkreitzer.com or 805-234-2048.

Friday 7/26

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.

Saturday 7/27

Last Saturday Art Walk: Afternoon Jazz at Café des Chutes featuring a monthly residency with the Michelle Van Handel Jazz Trio, plus artist pop-ups and art happenings; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; The Old Ironworks, 50 SE Scott St., Bend; theworkhousebend.com.

Theater & Dance

Thursday 7/25

La Rumba Latin Dance Party: Dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. then open dance and music from DJ SOLO, spinning tropical beats including salsa, bachata, cumbia, merengue and more; 7:30-11 p.m.; Hola! Downtown, 920 NW Bond St., Bend; latindancebend.com.

Sunriver Stars Presents “Death of a Salesman”: “Death of a Salesman” tells the tragedy of Willy Loman — an everyday, aging, traveling salesman — as he struggles for success in search of the dying promise of the American Dream; 7:30-10 p.m.; $20 adult, $15 children 12 and under; Unity Spiritual Community, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; sunriverstars.org.

Friday 7/26

Ponderosa Players — Too Darn Hot: Ponderosa Players perform the musical theater revue, students will be featured in both large and small group numbers from memorable contemporary and classic musicals; 7 p.m.; free, register online; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

“The Wizard of Oz”: Based on the beloved book by L. Frank Baum, and adapted by Anne Coulter Martens, a non-musical version Dorothy and her journey through Oz; 7 p.m.; $20 adult, $15 students, seniors and veterans; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; beatchildrenstheatre.org or 541-389-0803.

Saturday 7/27

Ponderosa Players — Too Darn Hot: Ponderosa Players perform the musical theater revue, students will be featured in both large and small group numbers from memorable contemporary and classic musicals; 7 p.m.; free register online; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Sunriver Stars Presents “Death of a Salesman”: “Death of a Salesman” tells the tragedy of Willy Loman — an everyday, aging, traveling salesman — as he struggles for success in search of the dying promise of the American Dream; 2-4:30 p.m.; $20 adult, $15 children 12 and under; Unity Spiritual Community, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; sunriverstars.org.

“The Wizard of Oz”: Based on the beloved book by L. Frank Baum, and adapted by Anne Coulter Martens, a non-musical version Dorothy and her journey through Oz; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; $20 adult, $15 students, seniors and veterans; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; beatchildrenstheatre.org or 541-389-0803.

Sunday 7/28

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.

“The Wizard of Oz”: Based on the beloved book by L. Frank Baum, and adapted by Anne Coulter Martens, a non-musical version Dorothy and her journey through Oz; 2 p.m.; $20 adult, $15 students, seniors and veterans; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; beatchildrenstheatre.org or 541-389-0803.

Tuesday 7/30

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 7/31

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.

Hunks The Show: The male revue group will perform; 8-10 p.m.; $15 plus fees; Midtown Ballroom, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; midtownballroom.com or 541-408-4329.

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

Friday 7/26

Amanda Arnold Live: The comedian who has opened for Jeff Ross and Dave Attell and named one of Portland’s top-five funniest comics will perform; 8-9:30 p.m.; $15 online, $20 at door; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; beertowncomedy.com or 541-388-8331.

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.

Monday 7/29

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.

Books

Thursday 7/25

Laurie Wilhite presents “Paddle to the Pacific”: Born and raised in the Columbia River Gorge, the author will discuss her kayaking journeys on the river; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Romance Fiction: Discuss, discover and share your favorite or new romance books; 2-3 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

“Two Over Easy All Day Long,” by Shari Lane: The Pacific Northwest author will discuss her new book set in fictional Oregon towns; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; $5; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Friday 7/26

Downtown Bend: The Library Book Club: Discuss “On Animals,” by Susan Orlean; noon-1 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Sister’s Writes Pop-Up Book Fair: A group of local authors who meet weekly to support each other’s work, meet them and learn about their work; 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Sports & Outdoors

Thursday 7/25

2024 Pacific Northwest Classic: One of the region’s most popular pickleball tournaments, five days of fast-paced play; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; Pine Nursery Park, 3750 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; bendpickleballclub.com.

Bend Elks vs. Cowlitz Black Bears: Bend’s summer college wood baseball team will play the team from Washington; 6:35 p.m.; $12; Vince Genna Stadium, SE Fifth Street and Roosevelt Avenue, Bend; bendelks.com or 541-312-9259.

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.

Oregon High Desert Classics: There will be vendor booths, lunch and equestrian competition at a nationally rated hunter-jumper event; 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; free, optional Saturday dinner available; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; oregonhighdesertclassics.org or 541-389-1409.

Sunriver Pétanque Club: 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; 10 a.m.-noon; free; Mary McCullum Park, Deschutes Road, Sunriver; sunriverpetanque.org or 503-201-5939.

Friday 7/26

Balloons Over Bend: This three-day event will feature morning balloon launches from R. E. Jewell Elementary that are free to attend and a paid night glow festival on Friday; 20550 Murphy Road, Bend; balloonsoverbend.com.

Gravity Race Series: Six races, six dates, six chances to rally against a friend or foe in this zero-g, unsanctioned downhill mountain biking series; 3:30-7 p.m.; $25, $20 ages 13-15, $15 ages 12 and under; Mt. Bachelor, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; mtbachelor.com or 800-829-2442.

La Pine Coop & Garden Tour: A self-guided tour of gardens, chicken coops and even some beehives in and around La Pine; 3-7 p.m.; $15 per car; The Little Deschutes Grange, 51518 Morson St., La Pine; facebook.com/LaPineCoopandGarden.

Saturday 7/27

Balloons Over Bend: This three-day event will feature morning balloon launches from R. E. Jewell Elementary free to attend and a paid night glow festival on Friday; 20550 Murphy Road, Bend; balloonsoverbend.com.

La Pine Coop & Garden Tour: A self-guided tour of gardens, chicken coops and even some beehives in and around La Pine; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; $15 per car; The Little Deschutes Grange, 51518 Morson St., La Pine; facebook.com/LaPineCoopandGarden.

Oregon High Desert Classics: There will be vendor booths, lunch and equestrian competition at a nationally rated hunter-jumper event; 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; free, optional Saturday dinner available; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; oregonhighdesertclassics.org or 541-389-1409.

Sunday 7/28

Bend Butte Babes: Hike with the group, all ages, all activity levels; 11 a.m.; free; Pilot Butte State Park, Pilot Butte State Park trailhead, Bend; facebook.com/events/s/bend-butte-babes/324609593665055.

Community Run with Wander Run Club: Run with others every Sunday morning, all paces, all bodies; 8-10 a.m.; free; Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend; instagram.com/wander_run_club or 541-389-7275.

Nature Journaling: Join Kolby Kirk for a morning of learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while exploring nature; 9 a.m.-noon; Whychus Canyon Preserve, Off Goodrich Road, Sisters; deschuteslandtrust.org or 541-330-0017.

Oregon High Desert Classics: There will be vendor booths, lunch and equestrian competition at a nationally rated hunter-jumper event; 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; free optional Saturday dinner available; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; oregonhighdesertclassics.org or 541-389-1409.

Paddle Strong: Blending fitness and yoga, this class offers a low impact and full body workout; 10-11 a.m.; $40; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; fareharbor.com or 503-888-5624.

Tuesday 7/30

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.

Queer In Nature — Community Sit Spot & Meditation: Find solace in nature and recharge, rest and reconnect with fellow queer folx; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend; rootedpresence.com or 541-389-7275.

Kids & Family

Thursday 7/25

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.

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

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.

Fantasy Maps: Create your very own fantasy map; 4-5 p.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Friday 7/26

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.

Saturday 7/27

Family Story Time: Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5; 9:30-9:55 a.m.; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

Nature Kids: This is an easy for kids, up to 1 mile walk, distance will vary depending on age and ability; 10:30 a.m.-noon; free, RSVP; Camp Polk Meadow Preserve, Cemetery Road, Sisters; deschuteslandtrust.org.

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

Summer with the Library: Family fun in the park with food, games and prizes.; 10 a.m.-noon; Village Green Park, Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

Monday 7/29

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.

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.

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.

Tuesday 7/30

Wednesday 7/31

Baby Story Time: A gentle story time for infant and caregiver, 0-18 months; 10:30-10:45 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Family Story Time: Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5; 9:30-9:55 a.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.; noon-3 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Family Story Time at SHARC (Sunriver Homeowners Association): Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes; 10:30-11 a.m.; Sunriver Area Public Library, 56855 Venture Lane, Sunriver; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1080.

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations: Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources; 1-4 p.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Family Story Time:Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes, ages 0-5; 10:30-11 a.m.; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

Upstream Family Explorers: Discover the aquatic wonders of Tumalo Creek, intended for children ages 4-7; 9-11 a.m.; free registration required; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 7/25

Technology Troubleshooting: Get help with your technology problems and questions; 1:30-3 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

July 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; Sisters Makers, 291 Main Ave., Sisters; edcoinfo.com or 503-550-3230.

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 7/26

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.

Math Anxiety — Made in The USA: Learn strategies for improving outcomes and reducing math anxiety, hosted by the K-8 Teachers of Math in Rural Oregon Collective; 3:30-5:30 p.m.; free registration required; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

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.

Saturday 7/27

2024 Deschutes Historical Museum Heritage Walking Tours: Discover what early Bend was like through its architecture and the people who lived here; 10:30 a.m.-noon; $15 reservations required; Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend; 541-389-1813.

Breathwork: A transformative breathwork experience at The Wellness Center at Juniper Preserve; 9:30-10:15 a.m.; $30 for the public; $25 for resort guests; $20 for members; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com.

Sawmill Demonstration: See the 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action and how lumber was processed on-the-go at the turn of the century; 1-4 p.m.; free with museum admission; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Sunday 7/28

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath: Drop in deep into the vibrations of your energy field with amped Didgeridoo, crystal bowls, live binaural beats, Reiki, flutes, chimes and more; 6:30-7:45 p.m.; $20 sliding scale; Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.org or 541-388-1569.

Embody The Elements — Cave Concert & Sound Bath: There will be live looping and lyrical prayer crafted by WaterEye followed by a sound bath by Kevin Kraft; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $55; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com.

Paddle Strong: Blending fitness and yoga, this class offers a low impact and full body workout; 10-11 a.m.; $40; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; fareharbor.com or 503-888-5624.

Monday 7/29

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 7/30

Chop Suey for All — Chinese Cooks in Oregon: Archivist, historian, academic librarian, and author Richard Engeman explores the history of Chinese restaurants in Oregon; 7 p.m.; $5; Father Luke’s Room, McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; mcmenamins.com or 541-382-5174.

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.

The Importance of Gardens to Insect Conservation: Gail Langellotto will present evidence on the importance of gardens to insect conservation and highlight the plants and practices that are poised to promote biodiversity in urban and suburban spaces; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Road, Sisters; roundhousefoundation.org or 541-904-0700.

Yoga: Isata McNall, a Certified Yoga instructor, cranial sacral therapist and energy healing practitioner with over a decade of experience in bodywork, will lead the class; 6 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Wednesday 7/31

The Basics of Fire Ecology: Learn about the role of fire in our ecosystem and management methods, including prescribed burning, with representatives from Discover Your Forest and the Deschutes National Forest; 4-5 p.m.; free; Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-585-5000.

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.

Food & Drinks

Thursday 7/25

The Abbey: Join Monkless Belgian Ales Thursdays through Saturdays at its new taproom inside its brewing facility; 3:30-8:30 p.m.; The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales, 900 SE Wilson Avenue, Suite H, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles.

Bend Elks Baseball Fundraiser: $1 from every Slice of the Day and every Cascade Lakes Brewing Company Left Field Lager sold will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Bend; 4:30-6:30 p.m.; Pinky G’s Pizzeria, 719 SE Third St., Bend; 541-797-0667.

Christmas in July: Santa has hidden a keg of Belgian Winter Ale, Friar’s Festivus, festivities will include stuffing croquettes; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; free; Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, 900 SE Wilson Ave., Suite H, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Munch & Music: The weekly series includes live music, food vendors, a Kids Zone, local vendors down Artisan Row and beer, wine and spirits; 5:30-9 p.m.; free; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; munchandmusic.com.

Ribbon Cutting for Hair Gallery: The event will include a raffle, food, beverages, SWAG and live music; 3-5 p.m.; free; Hair Gallery, 2625 NE Butler Market, Suite D, 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.

Winderlea Wine Tasting: Taste Winderlea Oregon Wines; 4:30-6:30 p.m.; $20 tasting fee refunded with purchase of 2+ showcased bottles, free for Wine Club Members; Good Drop Wine Shoppe, 141 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend; gooddropwineshoppe.com or 541-410-1470.

Friday 7/26

Aloha Fridays: Sport a Hawaiian Shirt and receive $1 off your first drink; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; free; Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Pre-Show Hang: $1 off first round of drinks for Hayden Homes Amphitheater ticket holders; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Saturday 7/27

CROP Farmers Markets: There will be vendors every Saturday through the end of September; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; free; Stryker Park, 453 NE Third St., Prineville; cropfarmersmarket.org or 541-447-1209.

Single Mingle & Speed Dating: Exclusively for those 21 and over, try out speed dating; 6-8 p.m.; $5 proceeds go to the charity of the quarter; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Sunday 7/28

Scrabble Club: Play Scrabble every Sunday; 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Sisters Farmers Market: Local farmers and food producers will sell produce, protein and farm products; 10 p.m.; free; Fir Street Park, East Main Street and Fir Street, Sisters; seedtotableoregon.org.

Monday 7/29

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.

Vinyl Night: Everything from bluegrass to Americana music from DJ Rollin’ Dust; 5-8 p.m.; Immersion Brewery, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 185, Bend; facebook.com/ImmersionBrewery or 541-633-7821.

Tuesday 7/30

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

Nerd Night Presents — Science Trivia: Bring your friends and enjoy another night of brainy merriment testing your knowledge of science, interesting tidbits, and all things in between; 7-9 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; facebook.com/WorthyBrewing or 541-639-4776.

Trappist Tuesdays: Every Tuesday, $1 off Belgian Bottle Beer Flights; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

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 7/31

Bend YP Social: Mingle, connect and learn, enjoy networking with beverages and appetizers, guest speaker Brian Rankin, long-range planning manager for the City of Bend, will share upcoming growth management projects; 5-7 p.m.; $25, $15 chamber members, free for Passport holders; loanDepot, 721 SW Industrial Way, Suite 120, 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.

Midweek Market: Celebrate community with bites from on-site food trucks, live music, and shop for unique arts and crafts from local artisans, as well as other locally grown and crafted products; 5-8 p.m.; Campfire Hotel, 721 NE Third St., Bend; campfirehotel.com or 541-382-1515.

Sip & Paint: Kristen Buwalda of Chalked Creative will guide you through a painting while you enjoy a glass of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Rose or Vino Rosso Red Blend; 6 p.m.; $60; Va Piano Vineyards, 425 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 301, Bend; vapianovineyards.orderport.net or 541-797-6363.