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Earth Day Forest Bathing

Sun., April 21, 1-3 p.m.

Shevlin Park

18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend SE Bend

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$35

Outdoors + Athletic Events, Yoga + Meditation

For this forest bathing session on Earth Day, give the earth the gift of your presence and attention. Slow down, rest and deepen your relationship with the living world and remember your belonging to nature and the interconnectedness of all living beings. Concludes with wildcrafted tea.
Beltane: Art. Music. Magic.

Sat., April 27, 6-11:59 p.m.

Open Space Event Studios

220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend SW Bend

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Live Music

Our second annual gathering to celebrate our local creatives will be on Beltane (also known as May Day), a fire festival celebrated at the midway point between the Spring Equinox and Summer Solstice. It is a time to honor the coming of summer, fertility, creativity, and rebirth. This year’s event will stoke the fires of our inner artists and magic weavers, and feature live music, art installations, and interactive magic spells and rituals. It is a collaborative effort of businesses and community members to highlight what we love about Central Oregon: our brilliant community, the beauty of the land we live… 541-323-0964
Star Wars LIVE | 3 Day Star Wars Trilogy Read Through Lights, No Camera, No Action

Thu., May 2, 7, 7:30 & 8 p.m., Fri., May 3, 7 & 8 p.m. and Sat., May 4, 7 & 8 p.m.

Open Space Event Studios

220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend SW Bend

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Live Music

Unlocked Films returns with Lights, No Camera, Action presenting Star Wars: Live!This three-night event celebrating the original trilogy will feature live staged readings of the classic films, culminating in a “May the 4th” Dance and Costume Party at Open Space Event Studios. Local performers will read and re-enact classic scenes from the films starting on Thursday May 2nd with A New Hope, followed with The Empire Strikes Back on May 3rd, and Return of the Jedi on May 4th.An opening night reception will kick off the weekend event, featuring a performance from DJ Jazzy Jedi and the reveal of a… 541-323-0964
Star Wars Dance & Costume Party

Sat., May 4, 10 & 10:30 p.m.

Open Space Event Studios

220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend SW Bend

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Live Music

MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU! We are throwing an Endor-themed Rave with yours truly, DJ Jazzy Jedi, spinning your favorite 90s' techno in a Pop-Up Mos Eisley Cantina!Of course, its a costume party and we will be doing a COSTUME CONTEST for a CASH PRIZE! Raffle tickets for authentic Star Wars memorabilia, cosmic cocktails, and more interstellar fun to be had!This Rave will be the culmination of the three day Star Wars Live Read Through presented by Unlocked Films Lights, No Camera, No Action.You can find more information about the shows HERE.You can come to the show and stay… 541-323-0964
The Color Study

Fri., May 10, 7-10 p.m.

Silver Moon Brewing

24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend Downtown

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Live Music

The Color Study began as a solitary studio project by Scott Oliphant and has since grown into a 7 piece (sometimes more) band translating the sounds, both big and small from studio to stage.Sonically The Color Study might fall somewhere between the intersection of Spiritualized, Spoon, The Flaming Lips, Pink Floyd and Wilco, where the sounds are heavily textured and expansive, drawing on influence from from Scott’s 20 years spent in the Austin music scene as a musician and sound engineer.The Color Study is currently supporting the recent release of their second album, Future Past Present Tense. Scott is joined by Melissa… 541-323-0964
Wildlife Baby Shower

Sun., May 19, 3-6 p.m.

Oregon Spirit Distillers

740 NE First St., Bend Maker's District

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FREE

Fundraising, Seasonal Events + Markets

Celebrate the start of the Wildlife Baby Season at Think Wild’s 4th Annual “Baby Shower” Fundraiser to Benefit the Wildlife Hospital. Enjoy live music, drinks, food, raffles, and a silent auction. The event is free and for all ages, but cash and supply donations are appreciated! 541-668-6165
Tween Yoga: Chakra Series part 2

Tuesdays, 4:30-6 p.m. Continues through April 23

Hanai Center

62430 Eagle Road, Bend Boyd Acres | NE

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$123

Kids Classes + Workshops

This 4 class series is designed for ages 9 -13 and focuses on creating community, mindfulness, sensory exploration, movement, journaling, meditation, art and discussion. Tween yogis leave with a take home craft and journal prompts to carry the theme of the day. Make candles as the capstone craft! 541-668-6494
Unity Event National Faith and Climate Forum

Tue., April 16, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Unity Community of Central Oregon

63645 Scenic Drive, Bend Boyd Acres | NE

FREE

Spiritual

This transformative experience will empower you to take meaningful and actionable steps toward caring for creation and implement just and equitable solutions in your congregation. Info [email protected] 541-280-5040 541-280-5040
Wheel Throwing Ceramics 5-week Classes

Tue., April 16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. & 6-9 p.m.

Synergy Ceramics

1900 NE Division St, Suite 108, Bend Downtown

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$325

Arts / Crafts

A ceramics wheel throwing class at synergy ceramics! Learn throwing, trimming, hand building and glazing. Meeting once a week from 6-9 pm Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Daytime options: 10am-1pm on Tue./Wed. Begins the week of April 15! Makeup classes are available. 541-241-6047
España - A Land of Many Faces

Tue., April 16, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Downtown Bend Public Library - Brooks Room

601 NW Wall St., Bend Downtown

FREE

Presentations + Exhibits

Take a photographic journey through Spain with Hilloah Rorh. "Travel" south to Andalucía, along the Mediterranean coastline, up to the Pyrenees Mountains, through wine regions of Rioja, the bustling city of Madrid and more. Rorh guided groups into the lesser trodden parts of the European Alps for over 20 years. 541-312-1029
Keno and Karaoke

Tue., April 16, 5:30-8 p.m.

Silver Moon Brewing

24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend Downtown

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$50

Fundraising, Karaoke, Trivia + Game Nights

An unforgettable night of music, games and giving back at the collaborative fundraiser between two of Central Oregon's beloved nonprofits, Healing Reins and the Chose Joy Foundation! Karaoke, Bingo, and so much more! 541-382-9410
Women Tasting Flights: Where Soil Meets Soul

Tue., April 16, 5:30-7 p.m.

Flights Wine Bar

1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend Summit West

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$66 including gratuity

Beer + Drink Events

Established in 1987, Hedges Family Estate was one of the first wineries in Walla Walla. Come learn the history, Biodynamic Red Mountain Vineyards, and taste 6 wines with Emma Healion. 2 flights of 3 wines with 2 food pairings. Women connecting with wine and one another. 541-728-0753
Indigenous Wisdom: How nature activates physical healing

Tue., April 16, 5:30-8 p.m.

Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon

63645 Scenic Drive, Bend Awbrey Butte | NW

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Mental Health

Indigenous elders from Oaxaca Mexico and the Brazilian Amazon rainforest are coming to speak about how the natural environment can contribute towards the physical, spiritual and mental health. Revive an ecosystems to thriving, bodies and communities will thrive as well. $20-sliding scale 541-388-1569
Bezel Setting Workshop - Make a Sterling Silver Pendant or Ring

Tue., April 16, 6-8:30 p.m. and Wed., April 17, 6-8:30 p.m.

DIY Cave

444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend SE Bend

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$309

Arts / Crafts

This fun workshop is great for those with some metal working/soldering experience and want to advance in skillset. Learn how to create and bezel set a gemstone in sterling silver from beginning to end! Take home new metal working/soldering skills and a beautiful necklace, pendant, or ring. All materials included. 541-388-2283
We Are Home Film Festival

Tue., April 16, 6:30 p.m.

Tower Theatre

835 NW Wall St., Bend Downtown

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Film Events

Donations accepted and encouraged. This year’s festival showcases documentary shorts from new and upcoming filmmakers that center around finding home and belonging in ways that are not traditionally represented: those living in poverty, those experiencing homelessness, the working class, those seeking community in alternative ways, populations of color and more!
Marianne Williamson

Tue., April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Downtown Bend Library

601 Northwest Wall Street, Bend Downtown

FREE

Groups + Meetups

Democratic Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson brings her active campaign to Bend. "Every American has a right to vote for their vision of the future, and if this campaign aligns with yours, then you can let your vote speak for you." - Marianne Williamson. Over 400,000 people have voted for Marianne already.
In Person Breathwork with Gong Sound Healing!

Tue., April 16, 7-8:15 p.m.

Riverhouse Convention Center

2850 NW Rippling River Ct., Bend Awbrey Butte | NW

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$35

Yoga + Meditation, Spiritual, Mental Health

Come join Jon Paul Crimi at this amazing Breathwork event! 310-625-6751
Swing Dance Lessons at The Blacksmith

Tue., April 16, 7-8 p.m.

Blacksmith Public House

308 SW Evergreen Ave., Redmond Redmond

Dance

Swing Dance Lessons at 7pm every other Tuesday at Blacksmith Public House. Join for a fun-filled evening of rhythm and movement! 541-604-8878
Jesse Daniel

Tue., April 16, 7-11:30 p.m.

Volcanic Theatre Pub

70 SW Century Dr., Bend Century West

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$18

Live Music, Music

Jesse Daniel possesses the hard-won life experience that many sing about, but few have actually lived. Instead of wearing those trials like badges of honor, he has used them to forge the solid foundation from which he has built his career.
Exhibition on Screen: John Singer Sargent - Fashion and Swagger

Tue., April 16, 7:15-9 p.m.

Sisters Movie House

720 Desperado Court, Sisters Yonder Area

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$16

Film Events

John Singer Sargent is known as the greatest portrait artist of his era. What made his "swagger" portraits remarkable was his power over his sitters, what they wore and how they were presented to the audience. Through interviews with curators, contemporary fashionistas and style influencers, the film examines his practices. 541-549-8833
Trappist Tuesdays

Tue., April 16, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Tue., April 23, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Tue., April 30, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Tue., May 7, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Tue., May 14, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. and Tue., May 21, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie

803 SW Industrial Way, Bend Old Mill

Beer + Drink Events

Discover the exclusive world of Trappist ales, showcasing three renowned breweries authorized to bear the “Authentic Trappist Product” logo: Orval, Westmalle and Rochefort. Every Tuesday, honor these exceptional ales with a $1 off Belgian Bottle Beer Flights. 541-797-6760
Happy Hour in the Garden

Tue., April 16, 4-6 p.m., Tue., May 7, 4-6 p.m., Tue., May 21, 4-6 p.m., Tue., June 4, 4-6 p.m., Tue., June 18, 4-6 p.m., Tue., July 2, 4-6 p.m., Tue., July 16, 4-6 p.m., Tue., Aug. 6, 4-6 p.m., Tue., Aug. 20, 4-6 p.m., Tue., Sept. 3, 4-6 p.m., Tue., Sept. 17, 4-6 p.m., Tue., Oct. 1, 4-6 p.m. and Tue., Oct. 15, 4-6 p.m.

The Environmental Center

16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend Downtown

FREE

Volunteer, Kid-Friendly Seasonal Events

Join at the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for an ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep the learning garden maintained over the growing season. Beverages provided.
Think Wild Volunteer Orientation

Tue., April 16, 10-11 a.m.

Online Event

Webinar Link Inside Confirmation Email, Bend SW Bend

Volunteer

Join a Think Wild Volunteer Orientation to learn about opportunities to volunteer in the wildlife hospital, education programs, habitat projects and more. Orientations are in person and over Zoom. Please fill out a volunteer application to get more information. 541-316-8294
Bladesmith Forging a Knife with a Wood Handle - 3 Session Workshop

Tue., April 16, 5:30-8 p.m., Wed., April 17, 5:30-8 p.m. and Sat., April 20, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

DIY Cave

444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend SE Bend

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$489

Arts / Crafts

Forge your own knife using high-carbon steel and finish with a custom wood handle. You'll forge both blade and tang to shape, finish-grind, harden and draw the temper, and rivet hardwood panels for the handle. The skills you learn in this 3 day series can be applied to any edge-tool. 541-388-2283
Homestead Academy Now Enrolling

Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Continues through June 4

Homestead Farms

55535 Homestead Way, Bend Sunriver

Kids Classes + Workshops

Homestead Academy provides outdoor farm-based education for children ages 3-5 years old in the Three Rivers community of Bend. Visit HomesteadFarmsBend.com for enrollment information. Spring Term beings January 30th, 2024. 925-783-4074
Monkless to the Mountain

Mondays-Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Continues through May 30

Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie

803 SW Industrial Way, Bend Old Mill

Beer + Drink Events

The mountains are open and "Monkless to the Mountains" is back! Flash your mountain pass and get $1 off your first draft beer, or flight. You just found your après-ski hang out! 541-797-6760
Apres Ski and Chill Happy Hour

Mondays-Sundays, 12-5 p.m. Continues through May 27

Boss Rambler Beer Club

1009 NW Galveston Ave., Bend River West

Beer + Drink Events

Flash your pass pares ski and chill happy hour with resident food cart @blueeyesburgersandfries! Daily from Noon - 5pm . Blue Eyes Thurs-Sun: $5 Ski Babe IPA, $3 Stokes Light, $5 JaPOW! Japanese Lager Sake Bombs, $8 Cocktails, Slushees, $3 Shot Ski's and free small fry with burger purchase.
Mini-Ninja Camp

Tuesdays, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. Continues through June 20

Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play

320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend Old Mill

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$165

Parents Night Out + Day Off Camps, Kids Classes + Workshops, Story Times & Author Events

Kids will love developing new friendships as they develop fundamental coordination skills through gymnastics, climbing and tumbling movements. Weekly themes include: Ninja Warrior obstacle-based circuits, upbeat group games, parachute play, bubbles, yoga stretching, and interactive story time. 6-week series, age 3 - 5, drop-off. 541-241-3919
Nano-Ninja Classes

Mondays-Thursdays. Continues through June 20

Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play

320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend Old Mill

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$135

Kids Classes + Workshops, Parents Night Out + Day Off Camps, Group Workouts + Fitness

Through positive direction, your children will gain confidence while enhancing balance, increasing strength, improving focus and enhancing body awareness through Ninja Warrior obstacle-based gymnastics and climbing. 6-week series, multiple days / times of the week to choose from, age 4 - 5. 541-241-3919
Celebrating 50 Years of The Vance Stance!

Mondays-Sundays. Continues through May 2

The Vance Bonner Studio

21173 Sunburst Court, Bend Larkspur | E

$50

Group Workouts + Fitness

Spring Series: 3 classes (your choice of time!) for $50. Tired of being in pain? Unhappy with ageing? Learn to correct posture and alignment. Get to the root of pain: tightness, and standing behind the flow of gravity. Call to register and for information. No texting. 541-330-9070