Go! & Do: Bend-area things to do for Nov. 14-20

Published 9:00 am Tuesday, November 12, 2024

By The Bulletin

: Kara's Kitchenware will host a cooking class on Wednesday.

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.

Where Art and Agriculture Coexist: This exhibition invites you to explore the unique perspectives of artists who participated in the Pine Meadow Ranch Center for the Arts & Agriculture’s 2022 and 2023 artist residency programs; Wednesday through Saturday 1-6 p.m.; free; Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave., Suite 138, Bend; scalehouse.org or 541-640-2186.

Friday 11/15

Sorting Truth from Trash: There will be a short film and presentation, then take a deep dive into your questions about recycling; 4-6 p.m.; The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend; envirocenter.org or 541-508-5410.

Saturday 11/16

Fall Saturday Screenings — Free Birds: Watch the movie on a projected screen with seasonal hot beverages and snacks available; 6 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Court, Bend; vrcvet.com or 541-236-5426.

Monday 11/18

Tuesday 11/19

Movie Night: Watch “Scream” on Oct. 22, “Independence Day” on Nov. 5, “Knives Out” on Nov. 19, “Scrooged” on Dec. 3, “Die Hard” on Dec. 10 and “Office Christmas Party” on Dec. 17; 6 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Theater & Dance

Thursday 11/14

“Cabaret”: Follows a female girlie club entertainer in Weimar Republic era Berlin as she romances a man during the Nazi Party’s rise to power; 7:30 p.m.; $35 online, plus $6 historic preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

“Huckleberry Finn”: Sunriver Stars closes the season with the musical version of Mark Twain’s classic story focusing on the humor, heroism and hope of the original tale without the controversial themes; 7-9:30 p.m.; $20, children 12 and under $15; The Door, 56885 Enterprise Drive, Sunriver; sunriverstars.org.

Learn to Square Dance: Learn to square dance with the High Desert Dancers; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $80 for 20 lessons; Pine Forest Grange, 63214 Boyd Acres Road, Bend; squaredancefun.org or 541-382-7014.

Friday 11/15

Saturday 11/16

“Cabaret”: Follows a female girlie club entertainer in Weimar Republic era Berlin as she romances a man during the Nazi Party’s rise to power; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; $35 online, plus $6 historic preservation fee; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Dances of Universal Peace: Celebrate wisdom from different spiritual traditions combined with a singable melody and unison movements, everything is fully taught, no experience necessary; 7-8:30 p.m.; $5-$20, no one turned away; East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend; deschuteslibrary.org or 541-330-3760.

“Huckleberry Finn”: Sunriver Stars closes the season with the musical version of Mark Twain’s classic story focusing on the humor, heroism and hope of the original tale without the controversial themes; 2-5 p.m.; $20, children 12 and under $15; The Door, 56885 Enterprise Drive, Sunriver; sunriverstars.org.

Sunday 11/17

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 11/19

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 11/20

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.; $20, drop in — pay at the event, pay what you can; Continuum Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend; soulinmotionbend.com or 541-948-7015.

Comedy

Friday 11/15

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; facebook.com/ImmersionBrewery or 541-633-7821.

Saturday 11/16

Improv Showcase 500: Watch long-form improv comedy presented by Bend Institute of Comedy; 7:30 p.m.; $20 online; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio.

Sunday 11/17

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, 1st and 3rd 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.

Tuesday 11/19

Night Light Show: Shanan Kelley and guests will perform, an evening of comedy and community to celebrate the efforts of those who work to inspire positive social change in Central Oregon; 6-8 p.m.; $10 online; Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend; openspace.studio.

Books

Thursday 11/14

“Into the Thaw,” by Jon Waterman: The author will talk with professional climber Graham Zimmerman about his new book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; $5 or book purchase; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, Suite #110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

“We Could Die Doing This — Dispatches on Ageing from Oregon’s Outback”: Author and poet Ellen Waterston will discuss her new book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Tuesday 11/19

“Kitchen Lessons — Recipes & Stories from Normandy’s Rabbit Hill Farm”: Food and lifestyle photographer, writer, recipe creator and entrepreneur Cat Bude will discuss her new book; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Sports & Outdoors

Saturday 11/16

10 Barrel Brewing Pray For Snow: Featuring DJs, live music, tons of giveaways, free board waxing by Powderhouse, local industry vendors, the premier of 10 Barrel athletes winter video project “Beer Lodge”; 5-10 p.m.; free; 10 Barrel Brewing Co, 62950 NE 18th St., Bend; 10barrel.com or 541-241-7733.

Central Oregon Badminton: All levels are welcome from beginner to experienced, instruction, racquets, birdies provided; 6-8 p.m.; $10 children under 13 free; Bend Hoops, 1307 NE First St., Bend.

Full-Day Baseball Camp: A morning of skills and drills, followed by a scrimmage to showcase the skills everyone learned, grades 5-8, intermediate and advanced levels; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $100 per day, $380 for multi-day 4 pack; Caldera High School Varsity Field, 60925 SE 15th St., Bend; macdougallbaseball.com.

Half-Day Baseball Camp: A half-day of skills and drills, grades 2-5, beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, 1:10 coach to athlete ratio; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; $75 per day, $280 for multi-day 4 pack; Caldera High School Varsity Field, 60925 SE 15th St., Bend; macdougallbaseball.com.

Sunday 11/17

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.

NFL Brunch: Watch the game around the new firepit; 10 a.m.; Mill Works Pub, 330140 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend; facebook.com/events/1282018816111483.

Monday 11/18

Monday Night Football: $3 pints, featuring a different brewery (and sometimes cidery) every week and swag giveaways, six big screen TVs (2 outside), game sound on, no bad seats in the house; 5 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

Kids & Family

Thursday 11/14

Park & Walk for Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day: Jewell Elementary students can walk to school together to honor Ruby Bridges’ positive impacts on social justice, equity and inclusion in schools; 7:15 a.m.; free; Sun Meadow Park, 61150 Dayspring Drive, Bend; commuteoptions.org.

Park & Walk for Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day: Bear Creek Elementary students can have Sparrow Bakery treats and prizes before walking to school to honor Ruby Bridges’ positive impacts on social justice, equity and inclusion in schools; 7:15 a.m.; free; Ponderosa Park, 225 SE 15th St., Bend; commuteoptions.org.

Friday 11/15

Pint Night & Adoption Event: An evening of good beer, food and pups; 4-7 p.m.; free; The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales, 900 SE Wilson Avenue, Suite H, Bend; facebook.com/share/zvFFj6VkrEKv6cvy or 541-797-6760.

Ruffwear Warehouse Sale + Adoption Event: Ruffwear and the Humane Society of Central Oregon are teaming up to give some pups and products a second chance at finding new homes; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; Ruffwear, 2843 NW Lolo Drive, Bend; facebook.com/share/1B31xV3byA.

Saturday 11/16

Puzzle Swap: Exchange a puzzle for a new-to-you one, bring your gently used puzzles; 10 a.m.-noon; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; facebook.com/events/2442169179508353 or 541-617-7050.

Ruffwear Warehouse Sale + Adoption Event: Ruffwear and the Humane Society of Central Oregon are teaming up to give some pups and products a second chance at finding new homes; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; free; Ruffwear, 2843 NW Lolo Drive, Bend; facebook.com/share/1B31xV3byA.

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.

Sunday 11/17

Kids’ Entrepreneur Fall Market: A market run entirely by kids ages 5-17, there will be gifts, artisan craft, graphic arts, services, games, food, drinks, jewelry and more; 2:30-5 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library — Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; KidsEntrepreneurMarket.com or 541-617-7050.

Tuesday 11/19

B.U.R.S.T. — Mindfulness Movement: Mindfulness activities for families to reduce overwhelming feelings and stress; 1-2 p.m.; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; facebook.com/events/1183639029389779/ or 541-617-7050.

Wednesday 11/20

Senior Day: Visitors 65 and older are invited to enjoy the museum for free, the museum will also be open to the general public; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; free for seniors; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 11/14

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

Mindfulness-based meditation: Learn mindfulness-based meditation with an experienced leader in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, no experience is necessary, beginners are welcome; 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 11/15

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.

Living Well with Chronic Pain: free six-week chronic pain self-management program, free lunch included; 1-3 p.m.; free; Council on Aging Senior Services Center, 1036 NE Fifth Street, Bend; councilonaging.org or 541-678-5483.

The Spirit and Science of Happiness: Kraft Kraft, author, musician, yoga and meditation instructor, and Anthony Poponi, human happiness expert, will lead the program; 6:30-8 p.m.; $20-$25, early bird pricing ends 24 hours before the show; Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; hanaifoundation.org or 541-668-6494.

Saturday 11/16

Keychain Class with Kim Leahy: Design your own keychain featuring kitty “charms” (with cat photos on both sides) and personalize it with beads and dangles using an easy wire loop technique, for ages 8 and up; 6-7:30 p.m.; $35; Playful Paws Cat Cafe, 1465 SW Knoll Ave., Bend; playfulpawscatcafe.com.

Sunday 11/17

Sound Bath & Reiki: A self-care experience, wear comfy clothing, bring a mat, pillow, and blanket and soak in the sounds and vibrations of the crystal bowls, flute, and chimes, all are welcome; 6-7:15 p.m.; $15-$25 sliding scale; Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.org or 541-388-1569.

Monday 11/18

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 11/19

Enneagram 101: An introductory class on the Enneagram, a clear, understandable and organized approach to seeing and knowing your personality; 4-5 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; dpl.libnet.info or 541-617-7050.

History of Central Oregon Wine: Cindy Grossmann, owner of Faith Hope and Charity Winery, will lecture on wine history; 6-8 p.m.; free; A.R. Bowman Memorial Museum, 246 N. Main St., Prineville; crookcountyhistorycenter.org or 541-447-3715.

Intro to U.S. Church Records — Why We Care Where Grandma Went to Church: U.S. church records of many denominations can reveal ancestors’ vital events, family relationships, overseas birthplaces and other residences and religious lives; 10-11:30 a.m.; In-person and Zoom is free for all members and $10 for non-members.; Williamson Hall, 2200 NE U.S. Highway 20 (behind Jake’s Diner), Bend; bendgenealogy.org.

Science Pub — Mapping War via Satellite: Learn how OSU’s Jamon Van Den Hoek uses satellite data to map damage, refugee movement and more in war zones; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $22 includes dinner, no-host bar; Oregon State University — Cascades, 1500 SW Chandler Ave., Bend; osucascades.edu or 541-322-3100.

Start Young — Proactive Parenting Around Addictive Technology: Emily Cherkin, The Screentime Consultant, helps parents foster balanced screen habits in kids, in her talk, she’ll offer research-based tips and a Q&A; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Cascades Academy, 19860 Tumalo Reservoir Road, Bend; cascadesacademy.org or 541-382-0699.

Wednesday 11/20

2024 Impact Conference: A 360-view of the important issues, challenges and opportunities on the horizon for businesses right now and into the future; 7:30 a.m.-noon; $1-$500; The Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; business.bendchamber.org or 541-389-3111.

Cycle in Germany and Austria: Plan a bicycle trip along the Danube River, no experience required; 1-2:30 p.m.; free; Sisters Library, 110 N Cedar St., Sisters; dpl.libnet.info or 541-312-1070.

Intuitive Eating: Colene Stoernell, a registered dietitian for over 19 years, will give introductory talk on intuitive eating; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; dpl.libnet.info.

Kara’s Kitchenware Cooking Classes: Cooking classes cater to both beginners and experts, covering everything from fundamental skills to specialized techniques; 6 p.m.; Old Mill District, 450 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 422, Bend; facebook.com/events/8531936593524221 or 541-312-0131.

Menopause 101: Understanding and managing menopause with scientific, evidence-based information; 6-7 p.m.; free; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; dpl.libnet.info or 541-312-1070.

Food & Drinks

Thursday 11/14

Trivia on the Moon: Teams are welcome to show up in groups up to 8 people, prizes for teams that come in first and second place, as well as random knowledge questions for additional prizes; 7 p.m.; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Trivia Thursdays with QuizHead Games: Play with friends and family; 6-8 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Court, Bend; vrcvet.com or 541-236-5426.

Viaggio Happy Hour: Discounted glasses of wine and small bites; 3-5 p.m.; free, price varies by purchase; Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend; viaggiowine.com or 541-299-5060.

Wine Workshop Series — The Wines of Austria: An introduction to Austrian wine accompanied by tastings of indigenous grapes such as Grüner Veltliner, Blaufränkisch, and Zweigelt, hosted by Aric Wood; 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 11/15

Bingo Night: Support wildlife and win cash and raffle prizes; 6-8 p.m.; free; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; bridge99brewery.com.

Community Bonfire Night: There will be fires, s’mores and music plus food trucks available; 6-10 p.m.; Bunk+Brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bunkandbrew.

Sorting Truth from Trash: There will be a short film and presentation, then take a deep dive into your questions about recycling; 4-6 p.m.; free; The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend; envirocenter.org or 541-508-5410.

Viaggio Happy Hour: Discounted glasses of wine and small bites; 3-5 p.m.; free Price varies by purchase; Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend; viaggiowine.com or 541-299-5060.

Saturday 11/16

Cabernet Sauvignon Celebration: There will be a five-course menu crafted for the red wine; 5:30-8 p.m.; $90 waived Corkage, gratuity included; Currents at Riverhouse Lodge, 3075 N Business Hwy 97, Bend; riverhouse.com or 541-389-8810.

Fall Saturday Screenings — freebirds: Watch the movie on a projected screen with seasonal hot beverages and snacks available; 6 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Court, Bend; vrcvet.com or 541-236-5426.

Flannel & Frost Dinner & Auction — Benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend: There will be dinner and an auction, aiming to raise over $175,000; 5-9 p.m.; $150 table for $1,000; Boys & Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; bgcbend.org or 541-617-2877.

Get Wild Chili Cookoff: A fall fundraiser supporting native wildlife, sample and vote on chilis, enjoy live music, raffles, beverages and trailcam footage; 4-8 p.m.; $30, children 12 and under $15; Aspen Hall, 18920 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend; thinkwildco.org or 541-385-9902.

Latino Night: Full bar open, Gogo’s Bistro & Tablas Mobile Cuisine food trucks will be open & DJ Panda who will make sure to unite both English & Spanish rhythms; 8 p.m.-2 a.m.; $10, $5 ladies; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Viaggio Happy Hour: Discounted glasses of wine and small bites; 3-5 p.m.; free Price varies by purchase; Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend; viaggiowine.com or 541-299-5060.

Visions of Sugar Plums Food/Bake Sale Extravaganza: All the proceeds go to local charities here in south Deschutes County; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; free; SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver.

Sunday 11/17

NFL Brunch: Watch the game around the new firepit; 10 a.m.; Mill Works Pub, 330140 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend; facebook.com/events/1282018816111483.

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.

Viaggio Happy Hour: Discounted glasses of wine and small bites; 3-5 p.m.; free Price varies by purchase; Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend; viaggiowine.com or 541-299-5060.

Monday 11/18

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.

Trivia Night at Greg’s Grill: Test your knowledge with friends and family and win prizes and giveaways; 6-8 p.m.; Greg’s Grill on the Deschutes, 21733 Rickard Road, Bend; facebook.com/events/1530200081709883.

Tuesday 11/19

Karaoke: Every Tuesday karaoke, sign up starts at 8 p.m. and goes until last call or last singer; 8 p.m.-midnight; free, please tip the DJ; M&J Tavern, 102 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; mj-tavern.com or 541-389-1410.

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.

Single Mingle & Speed Dating: Geared towards singles looking to make new connections, this event offers a blend of casual mingling and structured speed dating rounds; 6-8 p.m.; $5 online; Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; facebook.com/bridge99brewery or 541-280-1690.

Trivia Tuesday: There will be prizes from food carts and local breweries, every Tuesday from November to end of April; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St., Bend; thelotbend.com or 541-668-1815.

Viaggio Happy Hour: Discounted glasses of wine and small bites; 3-5 p.m.; free Price varies by purchase; Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend; viaggiowine.com or 541-299-5060.

Women Tasting Flights — Bordeax & Tokaj: Two flights of three wines with two food pairings and a special guest presenter; 5:30-7 p.m.; $66 includes gratuity; Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way, Bend; exploretock.com or 541-728-0753.

Wednesday 11/20

High Desert Blues Revival: There will be soloists, horns, harp, singers and shredders performing; 6 p.m.; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; silvermoonbrewing.com or 541-388-8331.

Keep the Pint Night at Ponch’s Place: Join us for “Keep the Pint Night” at Ponch’s Place on November 20 from 5PM to close; 5 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend; vrcvet.com or 541-236-5426.

Viaggio Happy Hour: Discounted glasses of wine and small bites; 3-5 p.m.; free Price varies by purchase; Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend; viaggiowine.com or 541-299-5060.