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May 2008
Central Oregon Events
10am» Child Car Seat Clinic- Time:
- 10:00am - 11:00am
- Description:
- 1st Thursday of every month from 10:00am to 1:00pm at the Redmond Fire & Rescue, downtown Station, 341 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond. Have local car seat technicians help you install your child car seat correctly for FREE! Statistics show that 8 out of 10 car seats are installed wrong! Questions: Call 504-5016 or go to www.redmondfireandrescue.org
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- Totally Touchable Tales
Sensory-filled storytelling Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Starts October 2.
- Time:
- 11:00am
- Description:
- Every Thursday in May! 11am. May Theme: Whatever the Weather!
- Time:
- 4:30pm
- Description:
- Beginning Jan. 17th, Saving Grace (formerly Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance, COBRA), will offer a free support group open to women who are facing emotional or physical abuse. Support Group will meet at the Becky Johnson Center at 412 SW 8th Street, on Thurs. at 4:30pm. Saving Grace offers free and confidential services to people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, or sexual abuse in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties. Clients receive one-on-one crisis counseling, resources, and referrals. For more info. please contact Gina Curiale at (541) 504-2550 ext 3.
- Time:
- 11:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- May 2nd – 11am-12pm. Kindermusik is coming to the museum! Join us for a preview of these music and movement classes for kids on Friday, May 2nd to see what the singing is all about! FREE with museum admission!
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 7:00pm
- Description:
- May 2nd 12-7, May 3rd 10-6, May 4th 10-5. Contact: 541-389-1058. Where: Deschutes County Fair & Expo. Cost: $7 Adults, $5 Seniors (55 & older), Free for children 16 & younger. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive $1 off admission. Presented by Standard TV & Appliance will provide a one-stop shop for any construction or landscape project you have. Many new exhibits will provide attendees with ideas and resources ranging from garden art to contractors ready to help you design and build your home. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 3:00pm - 9:00pm
- Description:
- Art Show
Bend Community Center
1036 NE 5th St
Bend, OR
May 2nd 3-9pm
May 3rd 10-6pm
977-8170
- Time:
- 5:00pm - 9:00pm
- Description:
- Offered May 2nd and 16th, from 5-9pm. Check the website out for more details. 222 SE Reed Market Rd., #100, Bend. 312-4742. kiddozplaycenter.com.
- Time:
- 5:00pm - 9:00pm
- Description:
- The streets of Bend fill with art patrons on the first Friday of every month as Downtown Bend and Old Mill District art galleries stay open late with receptions for guest artists and special presentations of new exhibits.
In addition, the First Friday experience also includes musical performances and refreshments at selected galleries. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 5:30pm
- Description:
- This years theme is a Hawaiian Luau featuring authentic food and drinks and entertainment by Bill Keale and Hukilau dancers. There will be live and silent auctions and a raffle for a Hawaiian vacation. Tickets are $60 per person or $600 per table (10 people) with priority seating and advertising in the program. For more information or to purchase tickets please call the school office at 382-4701.
- Time:
- 7:00pm
- Description:
- At the Humane Society of Redmond, 1355 NE Hemlock. Bands will include: Quincy Street, Urban Hillbillies, The Living Rumors. And from Nashville, Tennessee, Roland White, Diane Bouska and Mike Compton. Tickets $12 in advance/ $15 at the door (cash or check) and can be purchased at the Humane Society of Redmond or at Music Maker, 200 NE Greenwood Ave & 2nd in Bend. All proceeds will benefit The Humane Society of Redmond.
- Time:
- 7:30pm
- Description:
- May 2, 3, 9 and 10th at 7:30pm and May 4 and 11th at 2pm. Cascade Theatrical Company presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical at the Tower Theatre. A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution, in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20 year draught, has led to a goverment-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he’s had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- All Day, Free with Admission!
May 3rd- Papel Picado! Make a festive decoration to use on Cinqo de Mayo!
May 10th- Going Green! Green is the color of the day!
May 17th- CD Suncatchers! Make some reflective artwork for your window!
May 24th- Caterpillars and Butterflies! Learn about this colorful transformation!
May 31st- Hand Prints! Capture those small handprints before they grow bigger!
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- May 3-4th. The whistle blows and the huge antique blade whirs. The sawdust flies and pine scent infuses the air as you learn how logs were worked by hand. Saw for yourself with century-old tools.
- Time:
- 8:00am
- Description:
- May 3rd, 8am check-in, 10am pre-judging, 6pm Night Show. Contact: Bill Haynes - 541-408-7124. Where: Summit High School, Bend. Bodybuilding, Figure and Fitness Championship at Summit HS, sponsored by Central Oregon Bodybuilding Association and Sport Supplements. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 9:00am
- Description:
- Contact: Damian Fagan - 541-385-6908. Where: McKay Park in Bend. Cost: $19 for 5K, $22 for 10K. SolAire Home Builders presents the 16th annual SolAire Salmon Run, a 5K and 10K run and walk in Bend, OR. Proceeds from the event fund the Central Oregon Environmental Center and the education, protection and restoration of local rivers and streams. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Description:
- May 2nd 12-7, May 3rd 10-6, May 4th 10-5. Contact: 541-389-1058. Where: Deschutes County Fair & Expo. Cost: $7 Adults, $5 Seniors (55 & older), Free for children 16 & younger. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive $1 off admission. Presented by Standard TV & Appliance will provide a one-stop shop for any construction or landscape project you have. Many new exhibits will provide attendees with ideas and resources ranging from garden art to contractors ready to help you design and build your home. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 10:00am - 2:00pm
- Description:
- At Sun Mountain Fun Center. Register your team of 4 or 5 bowlers today. Each team needs to raise just $350, or $70 per person to play. Free pizza and beverages. www.bbbsco.org or ca.. 541-312-6047.
- Time:
- 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Description:
- Art Show
Bend Community Center
1036 NE 5th St
Bend, OR
May 2nd 3-9pm
May 3rd 10-6pm
977-8170
- Time:
- 11:00am - 3:00pm
- Description:
- Get ready for a day of fun at the Waldorf School of Bend annual Mayfair Festival. This event is open to the public with free admission. Children’s arts and crafts and activity booths including archery, pony rides, rock wall climbing, make-your-own juggling balls, cake walk, pea shoot, obstacle course and more. Most activities are free, with a few of the activities available for a $1 to $3 fee. Food will also be sold at the event. Free puppet shows sponsored by a Circle of Friends. The Waldorf School of Bend is located at 63175 OB Riley Road. For more information about the May Fair and the Waldorf School of Bend call (541)330-8841 or visit www.bendwaldorf.com.
- Time:
- 11:00am - 11:30am
- Description:
- Sponsored by Banfield Charitable Trust. Each month, Banfield and Working Wonders will host guest visitors who have a special “Pet Story” to share, learning first hand about how our lives are positively affected by animals.
Compassionate Canines of CO
Charly, a Portuguese water dog, is often found around town lending a helping paw and bringing smiles to all. But, did you know that he loves to read stories too? Come share your favorite story with Charly at Make Believe Amphitheater.
- Time:
- 7:30pm
- Description:
- May 2, 3, 9 and 10th at 7:30pm and May 4 and 11th at 2pm. Cascade Theatrical Company presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical at the Tower Theatre. A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution, in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20 year draught, has led to a goverment-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he’s had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- Free with Admission!
May 4th- Let’s Go Fly A Kite! Engineer a flying machine!
May 11th- Wind Chimes! Catch the wind and make music!
May 18th- Paper Fold Challenge! Can a piece of paper be folded more than 8 times?
May 25th- Collapsing Bottles! Watch these bottles smash themselves!
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- May 3-4th. The whistle blows and the huge antique blade whirs. The sawdust flies and pine scent infuses the air as you learn how logs were worked by hand. Saw for yourself with century-old tools.
- Time:
- 10:00am - 5:00pm
- Description:
- May 2nd 12-7, May 3rd 10-6, May 4th 10-5. Contact: 541-389-1058. Where: Deschutes County Fair & Expo. Cost: $7 Adults, $5 Seniors (55 & older), Free for children 16 & younger. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive $1 off admission. Presented by Standard TV & Appliance will provide a one-stop shop for any construction or landscape project you have. Many new exhibits will provide attendees with ideas and resources ranging from garden art to contractors ready to help you design and build your home. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 2:00pm - 5:00pm
- Description:
- Presents Two Free Parenting Classes
Parenting 101: A free class for new parents. In this class you’ll learn how to:
• Keep your baby happy
• Keep your sanity
• Work together as a team
• Support healthy brain development
Check out our website awakeparent.com.
- Time:
- 2:00pm
- Description:
- May 2, 3, 9 and 10th at 7:30pm and May 4 and 11th at 2pm. Cascade Theatrical Company presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical at the Tower Theatre. A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution, in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20 year draught, has led to a goverment-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he’s had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- 5:30pm - 7:00pm
- Description:
- Every Sunday Evening from 5:30 pm-7pm. Free for everyone. Games/ Activites, Food, Music, Biblestudies. Lapine Community Church 16565 Finley Butteroad. 536-3685.
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- At Chatterbeans. Free with paid admission. Located right next to Shopko on the north end of town.
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 7:00pm
- Description:
- May 2nd 12-7, May 3rd 10-6, May 4th 10-5. Contact: 541-389-1058. Where: Deschutes County Fair & Expo. Cost: $7 Adults, $5 Seniors (55 & older), Free for children 16 & younger. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive $1 off admission. Presented by Standard TV & Appliance will provide a one-stop shop for any construction or landscape project you have. Many new exhibits will provide attendees with ideas and resources ranging from garden art to contractors ready to help you design and build your home. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- The Contemporary Gospel Choir of the Cascades rehearses every Monday evening at Be Bop Coffee House (Be Bop is closed to the public on Mondays). If you love to sing and want to do so in a fun and supportive environment, please contact Heather Webster for more information: 390-7555 hwebster@bendbroadband.com or check us out on the web: www.freewebs.com/bendgospel
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- The Latino Community Association will offer a drop-in English conversation class every Monday this summer beginning July 2nd from 6-8pm at Grace Baptist Church (566 NE Clay-next to Bend High). We invite you to participate as volunteer tutors to work with small groups – materials provided. Snacks and childcare too. Call 382-4366.
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- The Latino Community Association invites you to join us every Monday night this summer to practice Spanish and enjoy lively discussions about culture. Gatherings are held at Grace Baptist Church from 6-8pm (566 NE Clay-next to Bend High). Snacks and childcare provided. $1/gathering. Call 382-4366.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- Every Tuesday, and is FREE w/paid admission. Throughout the month of May, KIDDOZ will be collecting “adorable kid quotes” from parents. The winners will get two prizes; one will be to have their kiddo’s quote painted on the Play Center wall, and the other will be a KIDDOZ gift certificate to spend however you wish!
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- Totally Touchable Tales
Sensory-filled storytelling Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Starts October 2.
- Time:
- 2:30pm - 4:45pm
- Description:
- Community Presbyterian Church at 529 NW 19th Street in Redmond offers a homework and tutoring program on Tuesdays from 2:30-4:45, open to all students in our community. All volunteers are either retired school teachers or school volunteers and have been background checked through the state. All students in 1st through 12th grade are invited to attend. Computers are available for use with parental permission. There is no fee for this program and the church bus picks students up at the local schools and transports them to the church. Parents pick up students at 4:30 at the church. This is a non-religious based program. Registration is required. For questions, contact Becki McKinney at 548-3367.
- Time:
- 3:00pm
- Description:
- Wild Wednesdays
High Desert Treasure Hunt! - fun throughout the Museum.
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- Totally Touchable Tales
Sensory-filled storytelling Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Starts October 2.
- Time:
- 11:00am
- Description:
- Come dance and sing with Janellybean!
- Time:
- 11:00am
- Description:
- Every Thursday in May! 11am. May Theme: Whatever the Weather!
- Time:
- 4:30pm
- Description:
- Beginning Jan. 17th, Saving Grace (formerly Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance, COBRA), will offer a free support group open to women who are facing emotional or physical abuse. Support Group will meet at the Becky Johnson Center at 412 SW 8th Street, on Thurs. at 4:30pm. Saving Grace offers free and confidential services to people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, or sexual abuse in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties. Clients receive one-on-one crisis counseling, resources, and referrals. For more info. please contact Gina Curiale at (541) 504-2550 ext 3.
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- Free Reception for Desert Visions Art Exhibition of the High Desert Art League
Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, no-host bar. From luminous watercolors, vibrant oils, and dramatic pastels, to fine art photography, sculpture and glass totems, the High Desert Art League exhibition Desert Visions features the works of 10 accomplished artists. It runs through July 13.
- Time:
- 7:00pm
- Description:
- Presented by Clear 101.7 and The Source Weekly. A Benefit concert for Girls Go Outside. This popular BRIT Award-winning, Grammy nominated Scottish singer/songwriter will rock the Tower stage. Reserved Seating $47.50 and $37.50. 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- 5:30pm
- Description:
- A benefit event for Deschutes Children’s Foundation at the Riverhouse Convention Center. $125/person or $225/couple. Corporate sponsorships available.
The Art & Wine Auction is the largest event of its kind in Central Oregon. It takes place at the beautiful Riverhouse Convention Center and welcomes over 300 community supporters, art connoisseurs and wine aficionados. You will taste luscious wines poured by guest wineries while enjoying the music of Todd Haaby and Sola Via, nibbling on tasty hors d’oeuvres and bidding on fun silent auction items. A seated dinner is served next, followed by the anticipated live auction conducted by our talented auctioneer Jeff Stokes. Our live auction features original artwork from some of the region’s most talented artists, wines from around the world and unforgettable trips.
For information call 541-388-3101 or e-mail chloe@bendcable.com
- Time:
- 5:30pm
- Description:
- Contact: Chloe Honaker - 541-388-3101. Where: Riverhouse Convention Center. Cost: $125 per person/$225 per couple. The Art & Wine Auction is a benefit for Deschutes Children’s Foundation. This year will be the 16th Annual Art & Wine Auction and the largest of its kind in Central Oregon. The auction takes place at the beautiful Riverhouse Convention Center and welcomes over 300 community supporters, art connoisseurs and wine aficionados. You can taste luscious wines poured by guest wineries while enjoying the music of Todd Haaby and Sola Via, nibbling on tasty hors d’oeuvres and bidding on fun silent auction items. A seated dinner is served next, followed by the anticipated live auction conducted by our talented auctioneer Jeff Stokes. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 7:30pm
- Description:
- May 2, 3, 9 and 10th at 7:30pm and May 4 and 11th at 2pm. Cascade Theatrical Company presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical at the Tower Theatre. A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution, in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20 year draught, has led to a goverment-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he’s had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Description:
- The Starry Night Benefit Concert Series will feature contemporary blues singer/guitarist Keb’ Mo’. This is the 11th year of this fund raiser to support the programs and activities for students in the Sisters School District. For more information, contact Shirleen Condiff at the Sisters School District, 541.549.8521. www.sisterschamber.com.
- Description:
- Rock Wall Wizards!
May 10th – Time TBA, Check Website. Join a real climber from InClimb Rock Gym who will show us all the correct moves on our ever popular rock wall in Busy Bodies! Look at real gear, learn some climbing lingo and learn how to be safe while climbing in Central Oregon.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- Experience Opens: Whose Home
May 10th. Wild fun kickoff with live music, stories, puppets, games and crafts.
- Climb up to an eagle’s perch!
- Slide the rock slide!
- Stash gigantic treasures in the packrat nest!
- Uncover the hidden tarantula, scorpion, rattlesnake and lizards!
- Raid the rancher’s shed!
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- All Day, Free with Admission!
May 3rd- Papel Picado! Make a festive decoration to use on Cinqo de Mayo!
May 10th- Going Green! Green is the color of the day!
May 17th- CD Suncatchers! Make some reflective artwork for your window!
May 24th- Caterpillars and Butterflies! Learn about this colorful transformation!
May 31st- Hand Prints! Capture those small handprints before they grow bigger!
- Time:
- 6:00pm
- Description:
- Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction
6pm social hour, 7pm dinner at the Eagle Crest Resort-Juniper Hall. Theme is “Securing A New Foundation”. Cost is $25. For more info. call 541-548-1406 or stop in at 1789 SW Veterans Way, Space F, Redmond.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- May 11th. Give Mom a day off! Bring Dad to make tissue-paper flowers for Mom while she enjoys some quiet time. Does your Mom want to join in the fun? It’s ok! She’ll get in for FREE!
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- Free with Admission!
May 4th- Let’s Go Fly A Kite! Engineer a flying machine!
May 11th- Wind Chimes! Catch the wind and make music!
May 18th- Paper Fold Challenge! Can a piece of paper be folded more than 8 times?
May 25th- Collapsing Bottles! Watch these bottles smash themselves!
- Time:
- 10:00am
- Description:
- Contact: Henry Abel-541-318-6188. Cost: Varies. WebCyclery will be the sole sponsor/promoter. Features cross-country racing for riders of various skill levels, typically attracts more than 300 mountain bikers from Oregon, Idaho, Washington and Northern California. It will be one of the largest mountain bike races in Oregon this year and allows riders to experience some of Bend’s best springtime riding. The course is on Cascade Timberlands property , which is west of Bend off Shevlin Park Road and will allow contestants to experience some of the rustic remains of early 1900’s logging camps and tremendous Central Oregon scenery and terrain. A portion of each registration fee will be donated to the Central Oregon Hospice. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 2:00pm
- Description:
- May 2, 3, 9 and 10th at 7:30pm and May 4 and 11th at 2pm. Cascade Theatrical Company presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical at the Tower Theatre. A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution, in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20 year draught, has led to a goverment-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he’s had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- 5:30pm - 7:00pm
- Description:
- Every Sunday Evening from 5:30 pm-7pm. Free for everyone. Games/ Activites, Food, Music, Biblestudies. Lapine Community Church 16565 Finley Butteroad. 536-3685.
- Time:
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- A nationwide accredited program, focusing on driving safely, within DMV laws, and compensating for changes occurring after age 50.Each class is 8 total hours, conducted over two consecutive 4-hour days. $10 Student fee. All drivers welcome! AARP Driver Safety class is a nationwide accredited Defensive Driver Program, focusing on driving safely within DMV laws and compensating for age related changes. Each class is 8 total hours, conducted over two consecutive 4-hour days. $10 student fee. All drivers welcome! Qualifies for auto insurance discount at age 55. Questions? 541-317-0610.
REDMOND- Senior Center, first half of the month on May 12th and 13th, 8am-12pm To Enroll: 548-6325.
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- At Chatterbeans. Free with paid admission. Located right next to Shopko on the north end of town.
- Time:
- 11:30am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- With Damian Fagan author of Pacific Northwest Wildflowers, Globe Pequot Press, 2006. Discover the beauty of Central Oregon wildflowers - from the Badlands to Broken Top. We’ll take an audio/visual tour up in elevation and discuss the identification and natural history of some of the region’s flowering plants. A book signing and short field trip around the museum grounds will follow the presentation. $10 members/$15 non-members (lunch provided).
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- The Contemporary Gospel Choir of the Cascades rehearses every Monday evening at Be Bop Coffee House (Be Bop is closed to the public on Mondays). If you love to sing and want to do so in a fun and supportive environment, please contact Heather Webster for more information: 390-7555 hwebster@bendbroadband.com or check us out on the web: www.freewebs.com/bendgospel
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- The Latino Community Association will offer a drop-in English conversation class every Monday this summer beginning July 2nd from 6-8pm at Grace Baptist Church (566 NE Clay-next to Bend High). We invite you to participate as volunteer tutors to work with small groups – materials provided. Snacks and childcare too. Call 382-4366.
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- The Latino Community Association invites you to join us every Monday night this summer to practice Spanish and enjoy lively discussions about culture. Gatherings are held at Grace Baptist Church from 6-8pm (566 NE Clay-next to Bend High). Snacks and childcare provided. $1/gathering. Call 382-4366.
- Time:
- 7:00pm
- Description:
- An evening with Trish Sewell and Monica Torrey singing a gorgeous selection of French and German Art Songs and Traditional Celtic Melodies. With Jean Shrader on piano and guest artist Mezzo-Soprano Sherie Neff. Doors open at 6:30pm. Presented by the Tower Theatre Foundation and the Obsidian Opera Company. Both organizations are 501(c)(3) non-profit companies working to bring quality entertainment to Central Oregon. Ticket Cost: Reserved Seating: $8.00 Presale; $10.00 Day of the Show. 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- 7:00pm
- Description:
- [Est.1986]Meeting every 2nd Monday. Come get connected with other parents pursuing Christian home education, newcomers & veterans alike. Average attendance: 10-30, 7pm, Bend's Eastmont Church - Lower Bldg., 62425 Eagle Rd., Bend (Neff & Eagle Rd about 1 mi E of St.Charles Med.Center), 383-2300
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- Every Tuesday, and is FREE w/paid admission. Throughout the month of May, KIDDOZ will be collecting “adorable kid quotes” from parents. The winners will get two prizes; one will be to have their kiddo’s quote painted on the Play Center wall, and the other will be a KIDDOZ gift certificate to spend however you wish!
- Time:
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- A nationwide accredited program, focusing on driving safely, within DMV laws, and compensating for changes occurring after age 50.Each class is 8 total hours, conducted over two consecutive 4-hour days. $10 Student fee. All drivers welcome! AARP Driver Safety class is a nationwide accredited Defensive Driver Program, focusing on driving safely within DMV laws and compensating for age related changes. Each class is 8 total hours, conducted over two consecutive 4-hour days. $10 student fee. All drivers welcome! Qualifies for auto insurance discount at age 55. Questions? 541-317-0610.
REDMOND- Senior Center, first half of the month on May 12th and 13th, 8am-12pm To Enroll: 548-6325.
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- Totally Touchable Tales
Sensory-filled storytelling Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Starts October 2.
- Time:
- 2:30pm - 4:45pm
- Description:
- Community Presbyterian Church at 529 NW 19th Street in Redmond offers a homework and tutoring program on Tuesdays from 2:30-4:45, open to all students in our community. All volunteers are either retired school teachers or school volunteers and have been background checked through the state. All students in 1st through 12th grade are invited to attend. Computers are available for use with parental permission. There is no fee for this program and the church bus picks students up at the local schools and transports them to the church. Parents pick up students at 4:30 at the church. This is a non-religious based program. Registration is required. For questions, contact Becki McKinney at 548-3367.
- Time:
- 7:00pm
- Description:
- Indie Reels Film Series presented by The Tower Theatre Foundation and BendFilm. General Seating $7 for adults and $5 for students. 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Description:
- Meets the 2ND Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM Summit Assisted Living Center, in the conference room (127 S.E. Wilson Ave). For family and friends of persons with eating disorders. Our support group is open to all persons and is free of charge Our group provides a place for family and friends to meet and talk, confidentially The meetings are guided by facilitators whose family member has recovered from an eating disorder. Consultants for the facilitators: Nancy Curfman, LCSW and Janyce Vick, LCSW For more information please contact: Eileen White, 383-3405
- Time:
- 3:00pm
- Description:
- Wild Wednesdays
High Desert Treasure Hunt! - fun throughout the Museum.
- Time:
- 3:30pm - 4:30pm
- Description:
- Hosted by Exceed Tutoring!
Exceed Tutoring and Educational Services, LLC is hosting an after school homework club for students grades K-5 at Working Wonders! All tutors for Exceed Tutoring are certified teachers or individuals who have at least two years of tutoring or teaching experience and all have had background checks. Children may be dropped off with written permission through Exceed Tutoring. Drop-ins are welcome, but please call the museum if you wish to secure your position. For more information about Exceed Tutoring visit their web site. Free with museum admission!
- Time:
- 5:30pm
- Description:
- Come for a productive, therapeutic and educational discussion about Attachment Parenting in general and for this months topic: "nighttime parenting". Come also to make friends with other parents and become involved with the BendAP groups other activities.
Meet at COCC library in the "Oregon Room". Call Kat 504-6929 or email tumalo@mac.com
- Time:
- 5:30pm
- Description:
- Bend Attachment Parenting group discussion meeting. Come for a productive, therapeutic and educational discussion about Attachment Parenting in general and for this months topic: “nighttime parenting”. Come also to make friends with other parents and become involved with the BendAP groups other activities. Meet at COCC library in the “Oregon Room”. Call Kat 504-6929 or email tumalo@mac.com.
- Time:
- 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Description:
- Hispanic Heritage in the High Desert $15. Members, $10. Call 541.382.4754 to register by May 9. For a century, literature, films, and history, portrayed this iconic figure of the West. In reality, these horsemen were as varied as the landscapes in which they spent their lives. Observe rare artifacts and learn from a nationally recognized expert on High Desert history how a wave of working-class Hispanics in the late 19th century, “buckaroos,” as they came to be called, developed a distinctive regional subculture which remains today.
- Time:
- 10:30am
- Description:
- Totally Touchable Tales
Sensory-filled storytelling Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Starts October 2.
- Time:
- 11:00am
- Description:
- Every Thursday in May! 11am. May Theme: Whatever the Weather!
- Time:
- 4:30pm
- Description:
- Beginning Jan. 17th, Saving Grace (formerly Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance, COBRA), will offer a free support group open to women who are facing emotional or physical abuse. Support Group will meet at the Becky Johnson Center at 412 SW 8th Street, on Thurs. at 4:30pm. Saving Grace offers free and confidential services to people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, or sexual abuse in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties. Clients receive one-on-one crisis counseling, resources, and referrals. For more info. please contact Gina Curiale at (541) 504-2550 ext 3.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- May 16th and 17th, Jefferson County Fair Complex in Madras. Presented by “Yarrow”. Presale Tickets can be purchased May 1st-15th for $5.00 at the Madras-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce office. Gate fee is $10. May 17- Activities All Day include: Brew Fest, Hot Air Balloons, Live Music, Fine Arts Crafts, Dancing, Food & Drink, Kid’s Activities and a Teen Center. www.madraschamber.com.
- Time:
- 11:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Sponsored by Banfield Charitable Trust. Each month, Banfield and Working Wonders will host guest visitors who have a special “Pet Story” to share, learning first hand about how our lives are positively affected by animals.
Cold Blooded Critters!
Snakes, turtles and lizards at Working Wonders?! The High Desert Museum comes for a visit with a trunk full of slithery surprises. A High Desert Educator discusses local species and introduces us to their reptilian friends.
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm
- Description:
- Clinical Education Series:
Pancreatic Cancer: Assessment & Clinical Team Role, Presented by: Robert Boone, M.D. Class location will be at 2698 NE Courtney Drive, Bend. No charge, lunch with RSVP 541-382-5228.
- Time:
- 5:00pm - 9:00pm
- Description:
- Offered May 2nd and 16th, from 5-9pm. Check the website out for more details. 222 SE Reed Market Rd., #100, Bend. 312-4742. kiddozplaycenter.com.
- Time:
- 7:00pm
- Description:
- Join Broadway stars Cindy Benson (Les Miserables, Cats), Anthony Manough (The Lion King, Jesus Christ Superstar), Kevin Odekirk (Les Miserables, Christina), and Jayme Lake as they sing some of your favorite Broadway music from Ain’t Misbehavin’, Jekyll and Hyde, Les Miserables and Wicked as well as songs by composers Jason Robert Brown and Jonathan Larson. Innovation Theatre Works is a brand new not-for-profit arts organization seeking to establish a world-class professional theatre in Central Oregon. Proceeds from this event will support their inaugural season and community education programs. Reserved Tickets: VIP $100/$180 couple (first five rows); STANDARD $75 / $135 couple. 317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- May 16th and 17th, Jefferson County Fair Complex in Madras. Presented by “Yarrow”. Presale Tickets can be purchased May 1st-15th for $5.00 at the Madras-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce office. Gate fee is $10. May 17- Activities All Day include: Brew Fest, Hot Air Balloons, Live Music, Fine Arts Crafts, Dancing, Food & Drink, Kid’s Activities and a Teen Center. www.madraschamber.com.
- Time:
- All day event
- Description:
- All Day, Free with Admission!
May 3rd- Papel Picado! Make a festive decoration to use on Cinqo de Mayo!
May 10th- Going Green! Green is the color of the day!
May 17th- CD Suncatchers! Make some reflective artwork for your window!
May 24th- Caterpillars and Butterflies! Learn about this colorful transformation!
May 31st- Hand Prints! Capture those small handprints before they grow bigger!
- Time:
- 8:00am
- Description:
- Contact: mbsef@mbsef.org - 541-388-0002. Where: Mt. Bachelor, Les Schwab Amphitheater. The U.S. Bank PPP draws racers of every type as teams, pairs and individual participants, alpine ski, cross-crountry ski, bike, run, canoe/kayak, and sprint to the finish, in this competiton from Mt. Bachelor to the finish line at Les Schwab Amphitheater in the Old Mill District near downtown Bend. www.visitbend.com.
- Time:
- 3:00pm
- Description:
- Central Oregon School of Ballet Presents,”Kaleidoscope of Dance”
May 17th, 3 and 7pm. This colorful concert will be performed at the Bend High Auditorium. Features students performing works from pure classical to folk to comical free style. Tickets are $10 each with general admission and are available at the door and at the Central Oregon School of Ballet, 1155 SW Division Suite B-11. 389-9306, between 3:30-8pm.
- Time:
- 7:00pm