Go! & Do: Bend-area things to do for Aug. 1-7

Published 4:10 pm Tuesday, July 30, 2024

By The Bulletin

: Dancers practice moving to the different rhythmic and melodic structures in tango music while learning how to Argentine tango Wednesday evenings at the Sons of Norway Hall.

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.

Saturday 8/3

Light Painting and Milky Way at Shaniko Ghost Town Photo Workshop: Join for an evening of creative photography at Shaniko Ghost Town, a historic Old West setting in the Oregon Outback; 4:45-10:50 p.m.; $195; Cascade Center of Photography, 390 SW Columbia St., Suite 110, Bend; ccophoto.com or 541-241-2266.

Natural Dyes Workshop Series — Diving into the Dye and Mordant Processes: This is the second event in a series of Natural Dye Workshops with artist Madelaine Corbin, dive into the technical processes behind natural color, where it comes from and how to fasten it to fiber; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $150; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Road, Sisters; roundhousefoundation.org or 541-904-0700.

Writers Writing — The Joy of Flash: Learn how short writing can jumpstart your creative practice; 3-4:30 p.m.; free, registration required; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Monday 8/5

Adult Slightly Nerdy Paint Nights: No experience necessary, and instructors will guide through the painting process step-by-step; 6-8 p.m.; $45; Modern Games, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 150, Bend; letspaintclasses.art.

Tuesday 8/6

Let’s Paint — Cute Owl: Create your own owl masterpiece, all skill levels welcome; 3-4:30 p.m.; 35; DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; letspaintclasses.art or 541-388-2283.

Wednesday 8/7

Wine & Paint Night: Hosted by Kristen of Chalked Creative, price includes 1 glass of wine and all your painting supply; 7-9 p.m.; $48, 20% gratuity added at event; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; exploretock.com or 541-728-0753.

Theater & Dance

Saturday 8/3

“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.; free; Madras Performing Arts Center, 412 SE Buff St., Madras; mpac.509j.net or 541-475-4327.

Sunday 8/4

“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.; free; Madras Performing Arts Center, 412 SE Buff St., Madras; mpac.509j.net or 541-475-4327.

Tuesday 8/6

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 8/7

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.

Comedy

Friday 8/2

Fuhgeddaboudit Comedy Special — Alzheimer’s Charity Event: A lineup of comedians will perform, there will be a drawing for local prizes and musical performances, all proceeds from the event will go directly to the Alzheimer’s Association; 6-8:30 p.m.; $20, use promocode “THELONGESTDAY” at checkout for 15% off; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio.

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.

Saturday 8/3

Iliza Shlesinger: The author and comedian behind six Netflix specials will perform; 8 p.m.; $54 plus fees; Hayden Homes Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; bendconcerts.com or 541-312-8510.

Sunday 8/4

Open Mic Comedy: Sign-ups for open mic start at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m., each comedian gets 5 minutes, first and third Sunday of every month, free to attend, and free to participate; 7-9 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Monday 8/5

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

Monday 8/5

“A Rustic Cabin — Finding A Sense of Place,” by Dennis Dauble: The retired fisheries scientist turned outdoor writer who lives in Richland, Washington will discuss his book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Wednesday 8/7

Current Fiction Book Club: The group will discuss “The Bee Sting,” by Paul Murray; 6-7 p.m.; free; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, Suite 110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Graphic Novel Book Club: Discuss “Turtle in Paradise,” the graphic novel by Jennifer L.; 1-2 p.m.; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; host5.evanced.info or 541-330-3760.

Think Wild — The Beaver Den: Each month, a published research paper relating to beavers is selected to read, critically evaluate and discuss as a group, future readings currently posted on events page; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Bend CoWork — Downstairs Den, 150 NE Hawthorne Ave., Bend; thinkwildco.org.

Sports & Outdoors

Thursday 8/1

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: 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 8/2

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

Saturday 8/3

Forest Bathing: Join Mindy Lockhart for a slow, gentle forest bathing walk at Paulina Creek Preserve; 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; free; Paulina Creek Preserve, Specific travel directions provided on registration., La Pine; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Sunday 8/4

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.

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 8/5

Free Junior Golf Clinic: Central Oregon Junior Golf Association will offer a complimentary golf-learning event in La Pine, there will be games and learning stations, no experience or equipment necessary; 2-4 p.m.; Quail Run Golf Course, Northridge Drive, La Pine; cojga.golfgenius.com.

Tuesday 8/6

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

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.

Wednesday 8/7

Kids & Family

Thursday 8/1

Kids Ninja Warrior Summer Camp: Meet other ninja enthusiasts and build movement skills; 9 a.m.-noon; $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; 1-4 p.m.; $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; form.jotform.com or 541-330-8841.

Friday 8/2

Saturday 8/3

Kids’ Entrepreneur Market: A farmers market run entirely by kids ages 5-17 who make and sell their own products and services; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; free; Troy Field, 51 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend; kidsentrepreneurmarket.com.

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.

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.

Monday 8/5

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; host5.evanced.info or 541-617-7050.

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

Kids Yoga Summer Camp: Led by experienced kids yoga instructors, the specifically designed yoga sessions will enhance children’s flexibility, build their strength, and improve their balance and coordination; 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; $175; 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.

Tuesday 8/6

National Night Out with Bend Police: Bend’s community night out is part of a nationwide program to foster strong relationships between the community and law enforcement, a family-friendly, completely free event; 4-8 p.m.; free; Bear Creek Elementary School, 51 SE 13th St., Bend; facebook.com/share/29Uju4G3bmWBvJR8.

Wednesday 8/7

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; host5.evanced.info or 541-617-7050.

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; host5.evanced.info 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; host5.evanced.info or 541-312-1080.

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; host5.evanced.info or 541-312-1070.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 8/1

Doctor Rounds, Plus Trivia Thursdays with QuizHead Games: Meet our vets, ask them questions, grab a drink and play some trivia; 6-8 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend; vrcvet.com or 541-209-6960.

Early Transportation in Central Oregon: A visual presentation of Central Oregon’s transition from livestock trails to automobiles; noon-1 p.m.; free; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

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 8/2

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 8/3

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 or 541-389-1813.

Embodied Earth & Sound Bath: Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature with forest bathing and sound bath; 9-11 a.m.; $55; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com

Writers Writing — The Joy of Flash: Learn how short writing can jumpstart your creative practice; 3-4:30 p.m.; free registration required; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Sunday 8/4

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.

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 8/5

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 8/6

Sit Spot Community Gathering & Meditation: Come together in community and enjoy the peace of the forest with a guided meditation and nature connection invitation; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend; rootedpresence.com.

Wednesday 8/7

Food & Drinks

Thursday 8/1

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 Ave., Suite H, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles.

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.

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 8/2

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/share/Fzny9Bzuou6dMuWY or 541-797-6760.

Firkin Fridays: Once a month, the brewers concoct cask ales designed exclusively for The Brasserie; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; free; Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend; facebook.com/share/ZiP4ZDFeSY3cdCzu or 541-797-6760.

Opici Wine Group Tasting: Taste wines from the Opici Wine Group; 5-8 p.m.; $15; Good Drop Wine Shoppe, 141 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend; gooddropwineshoppe.com or 541-410-1470.

Saturday 8/3

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.

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/share/3sy48tFo8vsvZ5rm or 541-797-6760.

Sunriver Quilt Show and Sale: There will be over 100 quilts, exhibits, mercantile items, potholders; the thrifty quilter area has books, magazines, patterns, fabric, kits and more; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free; The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver; mountainmeadowquilters.org or 541-593-8704.

Sunriver Saturday Market: A boutique market with vendors offering produce, bread, sweet treats, cheese, meats, beverages, and arts and crafts; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; free; SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver; sunriverchamber.com or 541-593-8149.

Sunday 8/4

9th Street Village Makers Market: Shop local crafts, farm-raised items and handmade treats at the monthly Makers Market while enjoying craft beer and food carts, there will be a “Bluegrass Jam Circle” starting at 3 p.m.; noon-4 p.m.; free; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Amour Road, Bend; bevelbeer.com or 541-972-3835.

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 8/5

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 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.

Hot August Nights: Car show and street dance, food and drink available all week; 4-10 p.m.; free; Madras Elks Lodge, 262 SW Second St., Madras; elks.org or 541-475-6046.

Tuesday 8/6

Bingo: Win $$ and support a local nonprofit organization CAMP (Companion Animal Medical Project); 6-8 p.m.; free, cards $1-$5; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.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.

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.

Hot August Nights: Car show and street dance, food and drink available all week; 4-10 p.m.; free; Madras Elks Lodge, 262 SW Second St., Madras; elks.org or 541-475-6046.

Locals’ Day: Every Tuesday enjoy $4 beer, seltzer and cider, plus $1 off wine; noon-9 p.m.; free; Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Road, Bend; bevelbeer.com or 541-972-3835.

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/share/exBdKDdHCFaJpju6 or 541-797-6760.

Wednesday 8/7

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.

Hot August Nights: Car show and street dance, food and drink available all week; 4-10 p.m.; free; Madras Elks Lodge, 262 SW Second St., Madras; elks.org or 541-475-6046.

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.

Wine & Paint Night: Hosted by Kristen of Chalked Creative, price includes one glass of wine and all your painting supply; 7-9 p.m.; $48, 20% gratuity added at event; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; exploretock.com or 541-728-0753.