Go! & Do: Bend-area things to do for Aug. 29-Sept. 4

Published 3:30 pm Tuesday, August 27, 2024

By The Bulletin

: Bend Zen Meditation Group meets Monday evenings in Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church in Bend.

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.

Thursday 8/29

Open Studio: Presenters include artists Ren Allathkani, Kathleen Caprario and Christina Martin; 4-6 p.m.; free; Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Road, Sisters; roundhousefoundation.org or 541-904-0700.

Friday 8/30

Artist Reception for Contemporary Realist David Kreitzer: Reception for Contemporary Realist Artist David Kreitzer — a professional traditional artist for 58 years; 4-7 p.m.; free; Betty Gray Gallery Sunriver Lodge, Sunriver Lodge, Sunriver; dkreitzer.com or 805-234-2048.

Saturday 8/31

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 8/29

“Proof”: Pulitzer-prize winning drama comes to Bend’s Greenhouse Cabaret, the story of an enigmatic young woman, Catherine, her manipulative sister, their brilliant father, and an unexpected suitor; 7:30-9:30 p.m.; $38; The Greenhouse Cabaret, 1017 NE Second St., Bend; thegreenhousecabaret.com or 541-699-2840.

Friday 8/30

Cascades Theatre’s 2024-2025 Season Sneak Peek Show: The show introduces the upcoming season by performing a scene from each of 2024-2025 season shows; 7:30 p.m.; $15; Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; cascadestheatrical.org or 541-389-0803.

Elevate The Industry — Model Citizens: The dance group performs in an urban landscape, includes pole, chair, hip-hop, floor, sexy contemporary and more; 7:31-9 p.m.; $25 online; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; volcanictheatre.com or 541-323-1881.

“Proof”: Pulitzer-prize winning drama comes to Bend’s Greenhouse Cabaret, the story of an enigmatic young woman, Catherine, her manipulative sister, their brilliant father and an unexpected suitor; 7:30-9:30 p.m.; $38; The Greenhouse Cabaret, 1017 NE Second St., Bend; thegreenhousecabaret.com or 541-699-2840.

Saturday 8/31

Elevate The Industry — Model Citizens: The dance group will perform in an urban landscape, includes pole, chair, hip-hop, floor, sexy contemporary and more; 8-9:30 p.m.; $25 online; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Sunday 9/1

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.

Tuesday 9/3

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 9/4

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.

Comedy

Thursday 8/29

Comedy Show — Dumb & Dirty: Featuring comedians Cole Robeson, Chuck Fury, Joshua Martin and Dario, hosted by Gina Marie Christopher; 6:45-9 p.m.; $15, 4 pack of tickets deal available online; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio.

Friday 8/30

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.

Sunday 9/1

Open Mic Comedy: Sign ups for open mic start at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m., each comedian gets five 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.

Books

Friday 8/30

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

Wednesday 9/4

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 8/29

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 8/30

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 8/31

Little Woody Beer Run: Run a 5K with four beer stops; noon; $45 online; The Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; thelittlewoody.com or 541-323-3955.

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.

Sunday 9/1

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 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 9/2

Last Chance for Summer Programs: It’s the last day for Raptors of the Desert Sky, Desert Dwellers and other summer programs; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $5-$7, raptors ticket prices are in addition to admission; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Pickleball Clinics — Beginner/Intermediate: Learn skills Justin Rose, a Duper 5.3 with two certifications IFP/IPTPA; 9-10:30 a.m.; free; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com.

Pickleball Clinics — Intermediate/Advanced: Take your skills to the next level with instructor Justin Rose, a Duper 5.3 with 2 certifications IFP/IPTPA; 10:30 a.m.-noon; free; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com.

Tuesday 9/3

Step Out! Walking and Wellness Group: Walk with your neighbors once a week, meet friends and build a new habit in this walking series; 10-11 a.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

ednesday 9/4

Pickleball Clinics — Intermediate/Advanced: Take your skills to the next level with instructor Justin Rose, a Duper 5.3 with two certifications IFP/IPTPA; 10:30 a.m.-noon; free; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend; juniperpreserve.com.

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.

Kids & Family

Thursday 8/29

End of Summer Sensory Friendly Event: Enjoy an end of 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.

Working with AI: Learn about AI programs and creating prompts; 10-11:30 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; 9 a.m.-noon; $225; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Ninja Elite Summer Camp: A high-energy sports camp specifically crafted with Ninja Warrior obstacle-based circuits and team games; 1-4 p.m.; $225; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.

Friday 8/30

Saturday 8/31

Storytime with Sloth: There will be 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 9/2

Tuesday 9/3

Child Abuse — Signs, Symptoms & Prevention with KIDS Center: Learn about the different types of child abuse and signs to recognize; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St., La Pine; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1090.

Wednesday 9/4

Tardes en Familia — En Español: Arte, juegos, y comida gratis para todas las edades; 4-5:30 p.m.; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1070.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 8/29

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.

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.

Working with AI: Learn about AI programs and creating prompts; 10-11:30 a.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7050.

Volunteer to be a CASA: Become a CASA volunteer who advocates for the best interests of a child in foster care; 5 p.m.; free; Rosie Bareis Community Campus, 1029 NW 14th St., Bend; casaofcentraloregon.org or 541-389-1618.

Friday 8/30

Floating Sound Bath: Be assisted onto a pool mattress and provided with cozy blankets and an eye mask, there will be sounds of gongs, crystal and Tibetan bowls, drums, flutes and other instruments; 7-8:30 p.m.; $75; Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive , Bend; juniperpreserve.com or 866-320-5024.

Saturday 8/31

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.

Sunday 9/1

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.

Sunday Morning Meditation: Guided meditation/focus time, silent meditation, music, creative expression and sharing, meditation experience not necessary; 9-9:45 a.m.; free; Unity Sanctuary, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.org.

Monday 9/2

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 9/3

Wednesday 9/4

Cultural Landscape Training Path — Increase Respect for the Land: A free and public tool designed to foster deeper respect and collaboration on Ancestral lands; 5-6:30 p.m.; free; Zoom, Bend; intentionalhiking.com or 541-638-0671.

Food & Drinks

Thursday 8/29

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.

Barking Bingo: Play bingo every Wednesday with the Humane Society of the Ochocos; 6-8 p.m.; The Patio Taphouse, 420 N. Main St., Prineville; 541-903-8669.

BBQ Open House & Hiring Event: There will be food, drinks, games, prizes and on the spot interviews; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Home Instead, 20380 Halfway Road , Bend; facebook.com/HomeInsteadBend or 541-330-6400.

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.

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.

Friday 8/30

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.

The Little Woody: Buy a tasting package and sample beers, ciders and wines; 5-10 p.m.; free; Deschutes Historical Museum lawn, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend; thelittlewoody.com.

Saturday 8/31

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.

Dog Days of Summer with Van-Go Grooming: $20 Paw-dicures while the pup-parent can enjoy a beer; noon-5 p.m.; $20; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

The Little Woody: Buy a tasting package and sample beers, ciders and wines; noon-10 p.m.; free; Deschutes Historical Museum lawn, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend; thelittlewoody.com.

Little Woody Beer Run: Run a 5K with four beer stops; noon; $45 online; The Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; thelittlewoody.com or 541-323-3955.

Sunday 9/1

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 a.m.; free; Fir Street Park, East Main Street and Fir Street, Sisters; seedtotableoregon.org.

Summer Sundays: There will be a garden market where customers may purchase fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits from our garden, patio games, live music and $5 pints all summer long; 1-4 p.m.; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; facebook.com/WorthyBrewing or 541-639-4776.

Trivia Night: Test your knowledge; 6-7:30 p.m.; The Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; thecommonsbend.com or 541-323-3955.

Monday 9/2

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.

Tuesday 9/3

Bingo: Have fun, win money and help out a local nonprofit organization, cards $1-$5; 6-8 p.m.; free; 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.

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/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Wednesday 9/4

Bend Farmers Market: A true farmers market dedicated to supporting the viability of local farmers, ranchers and food producers who offer fresh local produce, protein and farm products to the people of Central Oregon; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Brooks Alley, NW Brooks St., Bend; bendfarmersmarket.com.

Head Games Trivia Night: Live multimedia trivia every Wednesday, teams up to six, 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.