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Arts

Thursday 4/17

Poetry Month Celebration: Meet with Ellen Waterston for a writing workshop; 4-5:30 p.m.; free; Central Oregon Community College — Barber Library, 2600 NW College Way, Bend; barber.cocc.edu or 541-383-7560.

Poetry Month Celebration: The evening will start with a social and heavy appetizers followed by a performance and a Q&A; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free; Central Oregon Community College — Barber Library, 2600 NW College Way, Bend; barber.cocc.edu or 541-383-7560.

Friday 4/18

Earth Day Fashion Show: Celebrate sustainable fashion with secondhand looks and creative upcycles; 4:30-7 p.m.; $10, free for students; Coats Campus Center, Central Oregon Community College, 2600 NW College Way, Bend; cocc.edu.

Saturday 4/19

Just Roll With It: Lineup featuring Gina Marie Christopher and Fredo from Bend, with headliners Brandon Lyons and Michael Markus from Portland; 7-9 p.m.; $15 online, $20 day of; The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend; instagram.com/thecapitol_bend.

Sunday 4/20

Glass Open Studio: Come back and use tools to practice what you learned; 1-4 p.m.; $30, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; diycave.com or 541-388-2283.

Wednesday 4/23

Poetry Month Celebration: Share your work or sit back and listen, all are welcome; 5-7 p.m.; free; Central Oregon Community College — Redmond Campus, 2030 SE College Loop, Redmond; barber.cocc.edu or 541-504-2900.

Viva La Vulva: The Wine With Your Gyn Podcast, on National Vagina Day, will host a live pod; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free; The Haven Coworking Space, 1001 SW Disk Drive, Bend; worklifehaven.com.

Theater & Dance

Thursday 4/17

Three Rivers Spring Musical — Oliver: Students will perform the musical based on the book “Oliver Twist” by Charles Dickens; 7 p.m.; $14, $10 for students and kids (plus $6 historic preservation fee), kids 5 and under free; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; towertheatre.org or 541-317-0700.

Friday 4/18

Bend Burlesque presents — FUNKTASIA: This is a disco burlesque and circus show inspired by the world of Fantasia; 8-10 p.m.; $20 online; Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend; facebook.com/bendburlesqueco/ or 541-323-1881.

Unity Event Dance Your Prayer: Move to music that inspires creativity, wellbeing and the embodiment of prayers, no dance experience necessary; 6:30-8 p.m.; $10-$20 at door; Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.org or 541-350-8448.

Tuesday 4/22

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 4/23

Argentine Tango Classes and Social Dancing: Join for Argentine tango every Wednesday for a Tango 101 lesson at 6:30 p.m., followed by a práctica, from 7 to 9:30 p.m.; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; $5 first lesson free; Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend; facebook.com/tangoinbend or 901-550-5671.

Comedy

Friday 4/18

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; Immersion Brewery, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 185, Bend; facebook.com/ImmersionBrewery or 541-633-7821.

Saturday 4/19

Just Roll With It: Lineup featuring Gina Marie Christopher and Fredo from Bend, with headliners Brandon Lyons and Michael Markus from Portland; 7-9 p.m.; $15 online, $20 day of; The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend; instagram.com/thecapitol_bend.

Monday 4/21

Beertown Comedy Open Mic: free to watch, free to perform, sign-ups at 6:30 p.m., show at 7 p.m.; 6:30-9 p.m.; free; Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; beertowncomedy.com or 541-388-8331.

Open Mic: Sign up at 6:30 p.m., all performance types and ages are welcome to attend and perform, eligible to audition for future Bend Comedy show, five minutes spoken or two songs of stage time; 7-9 p.m.; free; Immersion Brewery, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 185, Bend; bendcomedy.com or 541-633-7821.

Wednesday 4/23

Viva La Vulva: The Wine With Your Gyn Podcast, on National Vagina Day, will host a live pod; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free; The Haven Coworking Space, 1001 SW Disk Drive, Bend; worklifehaven.com.

Books

Thursday 4/17

“Ship of Lost Souls — The Tragic Wreck of the Steamship Valencia”: Author Rod Scher and illustrator Molly Gorman Dumas will discuss the book about a shipwreck on Vancouver Island; 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.

Saturday 4/19

“The Book Club for Troublesome Women” by Marie Bostwick: Best-selling Oregon author will discuss her new book; 1-2 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; paulinaspringsbooks.com or 541-549-0866.

Monday 4/21

RAB Middles Book Club: RAB employee and former Youth Services Librarian, Kathleen, leads the club and adds a dimension of community by reading and discussing great new reading choices for middle grade readers; 6-7 p.m.; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, Suite #110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Wednesday 4/23

Rediscovered Reads Book Club: This book club offers a chance to revisit those great books that you somehow missed when they were new releases; 6-7 p.m.; Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, Suite #110, Bend; roundaboutbookshop.com or 541-306-6564.

Sports & Outdoors

Thursday 4/17

RendezVan 2025: Four days of skiing and riding, three days of live music plus food and drinks, classes and other activities; noon; free, skiing and snowboarding requires a lift ticket; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; rendezvan.com or 800-829-2442.

Friday 4/18

Milkweed Seed Mailing Party: Help the Land Trust prepare materials for sending milkweed seeds to our community; 10 a.m.-noon; free; Deschutes Land Trust Office, 210 NW Irving Ave Ste 102, Bend; deschuteslandtrust.org or 541-330-0017.

Neon Night: Black light fun with 80’s music and glow-in-the-dark games; 8-10 p.m.; $15; Rally Recreation, 549 NW York Drive, Bend; rallyrecreation.com or 541-241-8581.

One Year Anniversary Block Party and Wellness Screenings: A free community event with games, food, a DJ, wellness screenings, fitness demos and more, all are welcome; 6 a.m.-5 p.m.; free; Foundation Health and Fitness, 1105 SE Centennial St., Bend; foundationhealthandfitness.com or 541-678-2747.

RendezVan 2025: Four days of skiing and riding, three days of live music plus food and drinks, classes and other activities; 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; free, skiing and snowboarding requires a lift ticket; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; rendezvan.com or 800-829-2442.

Saturday 4/19

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.

RendezVan 2025: Four days of skiing and riding, three days of live music plus food and drinks, classes and other activities; 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; free, skiing and snowboarding requires a lift ticket; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; rendezvan.com or 800-829-2442.

Salmon Run: Tun a 5K, 10K or half marathon; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; $60-$80 depending on distance, Kids Run “Little Fry” $10; Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend; runsignup.com or 541-241-6594.

Spring Fling, presented by Forth: Enjoy pond skimming, the Battle Royale, polar plunge, live music and more; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 27400 Big Lake Road, Sisters; skihoodoo.com.

Sunday 4/20

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.

RendezVan 2025: Four days of skiing and riding, three days of live music plus food and drinks, classes and other activities; 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; free, skiing and snowboarding requires a lift ticket; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; rendezvan.com or 800-829-2442.

Tuesday 4/22

Earth Day Celebration: Open house format, enjoy a variety of nourishing offerings from a self-guided nature walk, reiki for earth connection, tea, art and a community nature mandala; 4-7 p.m.; free, donations are welcome and will support community programs; Hanai, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; hanaifoundation.org or 541-668-6494.

Wednesday 4/23

30th Anniversary Hike: Join Rika Ayotte for a 30th Anniversary hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; free, registration is required; Whychus Canyon Preserve, Off Goodrich Road, Sisters; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Weed Warriors: Join the Weed Warriors to battle invasive weeds at our protected lands; 9 a.m.-noon; free; Camp Polk Meadow Preserve, Cemetery Road, Sisters; deschuteslandtrust.org.

Kids & Family

Saturday 4/19

Ninja Night: Every Saturday, kids ages 6-13 can enjoy three hours of thrilling ninja fun while parents take a well-deserved night off; 5:30 p.m.; Free Spirit Yoga Ninja Play, 320150 SW Powerhouse Drive, Bend; facebook.com/events/482239764566870.

Playscape Party: Celebrate this new addition to the museum with special treats and pet pinecone making art projects; 10 a.m.-noon; free with paid museum admission; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

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.

Wednesday 4/23

Art with a Splash of Science — Wilds Cats vs Domestic Cats: Sign your child up for a class full of creativity and fun with Let’s Paint, complete with painting and art activities; 1:15-4:15 p.m.; $45; Sarah’s Home Studio, 63320 NE Stonewood Drive, Bend; letspaintclasses.art or 541-480-7491.

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

Lectures & Classes

Thursday 4/17

Activating Resilience: A Focus on the 40 Program: Learn how accumulated experiences play into our workplace resilience and when we “bounce back” from adverse experiences, mistakes, setbacks and failures we can grow stronger; 11 a.m.-noon; free; Focus on the 40, 1565 NW Wall St., Bend; meet.zoho.com or 541-719-8056.

Cultivating Community for Female Founders Workshop: Discover actionable strategies for not just creating community, but nurturing it with focus, authenticity and purpose; 2:30-4 p.m.; free; The Haven Coworking Space, Large Conference Room, 1001 SW Disk Drive, Suite 250, Bend; facethetiger.com or 541-323-9675.

DIY Cave — Intro to Leather Tooling: In this class, students will learn how to prep, design, seal their works, create stencils, prep the material, use a swivel knife, select stamps, dye, and burnish.; 6-9 p.m.; $129, 20% discount for DIY Cave members; DIY cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite #150, Bend; diycave.com or 541-388-2283.

Full Moon Sound Journey: Connect through sound and ritual under the full moon; 6:30-8 p.m.; $30 online, plus fees; Hanai Foundation, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; hanaifoundation.org or 541-668-6494.

Indigenous Speaker Series — Mino-Bimaadiziwin: Award-winning author of “Becoming Little Shell” and Métis storyteller Chris La Tray will discuss Mino-bimaadiziwin — the Anishinaabe word for “the good life,” living balanced with the world around us; 6-7:30 p.m.; $12, members 20% discount, Tribal members free, must RSVP; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Local Roots — How Native Species Shape Landscapes: This informative talk will explore how native plants create unique ecosystems; 4-6 p.m.; free; Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Road, Sunriver; 71826.blackbaudhosting.com or 541-593-4394.

Loss of a Parent Support Group: This group is open to adults of all ages who have experienced the loss of a parent; noon-1 p.m.; $5-$30 sliding scale; Zoom, Bend; clearmourning.org.

Sound Bath — Midweek Reset: Join for this relaxing and restorative sound bath, perfect for a little lunchtime relaxation; 12:15-1 p.m.; $25; Downtown Bend Public Library, Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; deschuteslibrary.org.

Spring Tinkergarten: Tinkergarten offers outdoor, play-based classes for children aged 18 months to 8 years, accompanied by a caregiver. Children (explorers) lead the way, caregivers (guides) observe or play!; 11 a.m.-noon; $60, family discounts available, charter school funds can be used; Tumalo State Park, 64120 O.B. Riley Road, Bend; lovinlifeoutside.com or 541-213-5504.

What’s Climate Change Costing Our Community?: Learn about the economic costs of climate-related events in Oregon communities, and what you can do to protect yourself, your family and your home.; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; bit.ly/ccoregon.

Friday 4/18

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.

The Growing Economic Costs of Climate Change: Ernie Niemi, a natural resource economist and president of Natural Resource Economics, Inc., will discuss the economic consequences of climate change; 10-11:30 a.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; dpl.libnet.info or 541-617-7050.

Saturday 4/19

Babysitter Training for Teens: Learn applicable skills including basic child care, first aid and safety measures, engaging games and activities to play with young children, as well as some food preparation; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $120, financial assistance is available for all Camp Fire programs; Camp Fire Central Oregon, PO Box 7031-Location Provided at Registration, Bend; campfireco.org or 541-382-4682.

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.

Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience: Educational wine seminar of how to professionally taste wine based on its components; 4-5:30 p.m.; $40; Willamette Valley Vineyards — Bend, 916 NW Wall St., Bend; exploretock.com or 503-339-3967.

Sound Bath Journey: Join for a relaxing Saturday afternoon Sound Bath at the Sisters Library to unwind and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul; noon-1:15 p.m.; $35; Sisters Public Library, Community Room, 110 N. Cedar St., Sisters; deschuteslibrary.org.

Unity Event Spring Sing Fling April: Created for folks who want to sing more, Donna B! will lead you in warm ups, toning, improv exercises and in-the-moment choir singing; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $15 at door; Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend; unitycentraloregon.org or 541-350-8448.

Sunday 4/20

Glass Open Studio: Come back and use tools to practice what you learned; 1-4 p.m.; $30, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; diycave.com or 541-388-2283.

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 4/21

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.

Intro to Shadow Work: Four-week course (drop-ins welcome) will explore “shadow work,” the shadow self and the importance of integrating it, sessions include education, guided meditation, journaling and group work; 6-7:30 p.m.; $25 for drop-in’s, $80 for the full four sessions; Tula Movement Arts, 2797 NW Clearwater Drive Suite 500, Bend; tulamovementarts.com or 971-302-1379.

Stretch & Strength for Runners: This workshop helps runners of all levels improve flexibility, prevent injuries and build strength, no previous experience necessary, spots limited; 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $25, option for mat rental; 10 Barrel Brewing Co., 62950 NE 18th St., Bend; wildlandguidingcompany.com.

Tuesday 4/22

Bladesmith Forging with a Wood Handle: Forge your own knife using high-carbon steel and finish with a custom wood handle.; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $489, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Bend; diycave.com.

Cascadia Earthquakes and Other Disasters — Are We Ready?: Natural hazards, including Cascadia earthquakes and tsunamis, can cause extensive harm, there is the need to improve deficient lifeline systems so that we are safer and can quickly recover; 7-8:30 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; cogeosoc.org or 541-639-4776.

Earth Day Celebration: Open house format, enjoy a variety of nourishing offerings from a self guided nature walk, reiki for earth connection, tea, art and a community nature mandala; 4-7 p.m.; free, donations are welcome and will support community programs; Hanai, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; hanaifoundation.org or 541-668-6494.

Frontiers in Science Lecture Series: This talk will explore the history of beaver-human interactions, recent research on the importance of beaver-modified habitats and innovative coexistence solutions; 6-7 p.m.; $5 donation; The Belfry, 302 E. Main Ave., Sisters; tockify.com or 541-815-9122.

Intro to Fused Glass: Learn the basics of working with fused glass, such as cutting and shaping the glass, applying frit and layering different colors to create a design; 6-8 p.m.; $139, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; diycave.com or 541-388-2283.

Intro to MIG Welding: Hands-on class perfect for beginners or anyone needing a refresher class in cutting and welding, cut steel with a plasma cutter and weld those pieces back together; 6-8 p.m.; $139, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Bend; diycave.com or 503-896-9519.

Renewable Energy Station: At the Renewable Energy Station, visitors will jump into a digital High Desert landscape to paint wind turbines, help fish ascend a fish ladder, grow native plants and more; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free with paid museum admission; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; highdesertmuseum.org or 541-382-4754.

Unions in Bend — Yesterday and Today: Learn about the area’s unionizing history and present-day efforts; 6-7 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; dpl.libnet.info or 541-617-7050.

Winter Yoga Inside: Every Tuesday until the weather is warm enough to practice outside, 60 minutes of yoga flow followed by 15 minutes of community connection to unwind and meet other beautiful humans; 5:30-7 p.m.; $22, buy three, get one free; The Heart Grounds, address provided once signed up, Bend; DoYogaOutside.as.me.

Wednesday 4/23

Art with a Splash of Science — Wilds Cats vs Domestic Cats: Sign your child up for a class full of creativity and fun with Let’s Paint, complete with painting and art activities; 1:15-4:15 p.m.; $45; Sarah’s Home Studio, 63320 NE Stonewood Drive, Bend; letspaintclasses.art or 541-480-7491.

Bladesmith Forging with a Wood Handle: Forge your own knife using high-carbon steel and finish with a custom wood handle.; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; $489, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Bend; diycave.com.

In the Dark on Light Pollution in Oregon: Learn about the causes and impacts of light pollution on humans and our surrounding environment, and how you can help make a difference.; 6-7:30 p.m.; free; Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend; bit.ly.

Intro to Stained Glass — Honeycomb Suncatchers: Learn the fundamentals of stained glass by crafting your very own stained glass piece; 6-8 p.m.; $119, 20% discount for DIYcave members; DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St., Suite 150, Bend; diycave.com or 541-388-2283.

Suicide Loss Support Group: Stand in solidarity supporting one another in facing the loss of loved ones by means of suicide, participants are encouraged to bring a journal; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; $5 – $30 sliding scale; Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend; clearmourning.org or 541-668-6494.

Women in Medicine — Post-Civil War America: Learn about the era’s gender notions, class divisions and expanding possibilities; 12:30-1:30 p.m.; free; Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend; dpl.libnet.info or 541-617-7050.

Food & Drinks

Thursday 4/17

Bend ET Social: Enjoy relaxed networking in a cozy environment with beverages, appetizers, activities and a raffle; 5-7 p.m.; $25, $15 chamber members, free for passport; Worldmark Bend, Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Drive, Bend; business.bendchamber.org.

Crafts & Drafts Paint Night: Do crafts at the brewery, no experience necessary; 6-8 p.m.; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103, Bend; craftoregon.com or 541-668-1766.

Happy Hour: $2 off glasses of wine for Happy Hour; 3-5 p.m.; free; Willamette Valley Vineyards, 916 Wall St., Bend; wvv.com or 541-306-6000.

Head Games Trivia Night: free, multimedia trivia every Thursday; 7-9 p.m.; free; Wonderland Chicken @ Worthy Brewing, 806 NW Brooks St., Bend; worthybrewing.com or 541-678-6268.

International Malbec Day — Elevated Flight Experience: Features three Malbecs, learn about the varietal and the vineyards the wines are from; 5:30-7 p.m.; $25; Willamette Valley Vineyards — Bend, 916 NW Wall St., Bend; exploretock.com or 503-339-3967.

Trivia Night: A night of trivia dedicated to Seinfeld, accepting reservations for teams of 2-4; 6-8 p.m.; free; The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales, 900 SE Wilson Ave., Suite H, Bend; facebook.com/MonklessBelgianAles or 541-797-6760.

Trivia Thursdays with QuizHead Games: Trivia Thursdays at Ponch’s Place, play with friends and family; 5-7 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend; ponchsplace.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.

Friday 4/18

Riedel Glassware Exploration: An ambassador guided tasting experience where you will sample a curated selection of four wines in a Pinot Noir, Bordeaux, flute and white wine glass; 2-3:30 p.m.; $40, owners receive $5 off; Willamette Valley Vineyards — Bend, 916 NW Wall St., Bend; exploretock.com or 541-306-6000.

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 4/19

Buds & Bites — 3rd Annual El Sancho & Dump City Dumplings Block Party: There will be live music, local vendors, munchies and specialty cocktails; 4-9 p.m.; free; El Sancho West, 1254 NW Galveston Ave., Bend; elsanchobend.com or 541-797-7999.

Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience: Educational wine seminar of how to professionally taste wine based on its components; 4-5:30 p.m.; $40; Willamette Valley Vineyards-Bend, 916 NW Wall St., Bend; exploretock.com or 503-339-3967.

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.

Sunday 4/20

Chef’s Pairing Experience: Wine and culinary offering, featuring a five-wine flight and four chef pairings (including a chocolate course); 4:30-6 p.m.; $60, owners receive $5 off; Willamette Valley Vineyards — Bend, 916 NW Wall St., Bend; exploretock.com or 541-306-6000.

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.

Trivia: free to play and prizes to win; noon-2 p.m.; free; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; riversplacebend.com.

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 4/21

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.

Trivia Night: free trivia hosted by Quiz Head Games every Monday, with prizes; 6-8 p.m.; free; Greg’s Grill, 395 SW Powerhouse Drive, Bend; gregsgrill.com.

Tuesday 4/22

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.

Trivia Tuesday: Every Tuesday from November to end of April, this week’s theme is the show “Friends,” there will be prizes; 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.

Wednesday 4/23

Bend Scrabble Club: Beginners welcome, non-competitive environment, group uses the 7th edition of the Scabble Players Dictionary, bring an extra if possible; 6-8:30 p.m.; free; Market of Choice, 115 NW Sisemore St., Bend; meetup.com/bend-trivia-and-word-game-group/?eventOrigin=your_groups.

Bingo Wednesdays: Play with friends and family; 5-7 p.m.; free; Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend; ponchsplace.com or 541-236-5426.

Happy Hour: $2 off glasses of wine for Happy Hour; 3-5 p.m.; free; Willamette Valley Vineyards, 916 Wall St., Bend; wvv.com or 541-306-6000.

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.