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  • Waterston Desert Writing Prize Submissions Open

    High Desert Museum 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

    The Museum begins accepting submissions for the 2024 Waterston Desert Writing Prize. This will be the 10th anniversary of the prize, which honors creative nonfiction that illustrates artistic excellence, sensitivity to place and desert literacy, with deserts as both subject and setting. The submission deadline is May 1.

    Free
  • First Friday Oysters and Wine

    Viaggio Wine Merchant 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend

    Get ready for a shuckin' ​good time at First Friday Oysters! Hama Hama Oyster Company is in the house, serving up their freshest catch. ​Sip on Viaggio’s carefully curated wine selection while indulging in European snacks. Shucking kicks off at 3:00 pm and lasts until 9:00 pm, or until the oysters vanish!

  • Saturday Morning Coffee Run

    Thump Coffee East Side 549 NW York Drive Suite 200, Bend, OR, United States

    Gear up for the Central ​Oregon Running Klub's (CORK) weekly Saturday morning coffee run, departing from Thump Coffee on NW York Drive. Whether you're a seasoned pro or taking your first strides, this event is for you. Slip into your running shoes and hit the road with​ CORK for a morning filled with ​camaraderie and […]

  • Know Stories – Game Day with Modern Games

    Downtown Bend Library 601 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, United States

    Put on your game face! Join the Modern Games staff for a fun board game session where you’ll learn how to play all kinds of games, from classics to newbies.​ This month’s theme is stories, so get ready for games that ​spin tales and ignite your imagination.

  • Natural History Pub: Wildflowers, The Missing Link to Sage-Grouse Recovery?

    McMenamins 700 NW Bond St.

    The greater sage-grouse is a primary health indicator for the sage-steppe, the largest ecosystem in the coterminous United States. Despite ongoing conservation efforts to control invasive plants and wildfire, sage-grouse populations continue to decline. Please join Dr. Josh Collins, Chair of the Sage Science Team for the East Cascades Audubon Society (ECAS), to learn about […]

    Free with RSVP
  • Dad Bods 80

    All Ages Welcome / No Cover Dad Bods are Bend's very own “80’s Party Band” that plays all your favorite 80s rock songs and a few hits from other decades sprinkled in. Bring your dancing shoes for this high energy show and join the Dad Bods for a fun and exciting night out with the […]

  • Winter Passholder Party: Old School 1988 Party

    Deschutes Public House 1044 NW Bond Street, Bend, OR, United States

    Pray for snow and amp up your après game at Mt. Bachelor’s Winter Passholder Party. Rub elbows with Mt. Bachelor leadership, mingle with fellow pass holders and enjoy your first beer on the house. For ​pass holders, all subsequent beers are just $5. Just show up with ​your 2023/24 Outplay 365 Pass, Alpine Full Season […]

  • Snowshoeing Central Oregon: How to Snowshoe, What to Bring & Where to Go

    Broken Top Bottle Shop 1740 NW Pence Ln # 1, Bend

    Join Oregon Wild staff to learn about how and where to snowshoe in central Oregon. This presentation covers everything from safety to gear to picking the most scenic trails. We'll also discuss public lands conservation opportunities and raffle off some gear to end the evening!

    Free
  • Snowshoeing Central Oregon Presentation

    Broken Top Bottle Shop 1740 NW Pence Ln # 1, Bend

    Winter adventure awaits! While ​our favorite hiking trails may be covered in snow, Oregon's wildlands are still ripe for exploration. Oregon Wild has your back, whether ​you're a seasoned snowshoer or a first-timer, Wilderness Program Manager Erik Fernandez will spill the secrets of snowshoeing​ in Central Oregon. From safety tips to choosing ​the best gear […]

  • An Evening with Ellen Waterston & Friends

    Roundabout Books 900 Northwest Mount Washington Drive #110, Bend, OR, United States

    Spend an evening with Oregon authors Ellen Waterston, Charles Goodrich and John Daniel as they discuss their latest works, ​including "Where the Crooked River Rises," "Weave Me a Crooked Basket" and "Rogue River Journal." Explore the beauty of the high desert, a ​unique love story on a family farm ​and a season of solitude in […]