Happy Girls Sisters Trail Half Marathon and Road 5K
2016-11-05 | OR
Female teams of all ages and skill levels test their strength along Peterson Ridge or a 5K road race through downtown Sisters.

Bend Ale Run
2016-11-12 | OR
Race through the foothills on Bend’s west side and finish in NorthWest Crossing for the Bend Ale Festival.

To Tell The Truth
2016-11-12 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | Old Stone Performing Arts Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, 97701
After the resounding success of their first night of Storytelling, producers Two Twisted Sisters return with an all new program of true stories told by local luminaries, this time revolving around the theme, “What was I thinking?”

Trout Steak Revival
2016-11-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Old Stone Performing Arts Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, 97701
Trout Steak Revival has earned a place in the bluegrass scene by performing to sold-out audiences, winning awards (including an Emmy), and becoming regulars at various music festivals. Now, they’re bringing their dynamic musicianship and intricately woven harmonies to The Old Stone!

Bend Thanksgiving Classic
2016-11-24 | OR
Timed 5K, 10K and family-friendly Gobbler Walk through the Old Mill District benefitting Girls on the Run of Deschutes County.

I Like Pie Run/Walk
2016-11-24 | OR
Footzone’s annual untimed race featuring food donations for Neighbor Impact and lots of pie for the afterparty.

Carriage Rides
2016-11-26 13:00 - 2016-12-29 16:00 | Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr,, Bend, 97702
Enjoy complimentary carriage rides with Cowboy Carriage, brought to you by the Old Mill District. They will pick up and drop off between Francesca’s and Ben & Jerry’s on the following dates (weather permitting) below. Donations and tips will benefit Kids Center, a local non-profit that helps prevent child abuse.
Dates/Time: Carriage Rides are from 1-4pm on the select following dates (weather dependent):
Saturday-Sunday, November 26-27
Saturday-Sunday, December 3-4
Saturday-Sunday, December 10-11
Friday-Friday, December 16-23
Tuesday-Thursday, December 27-29

Annual NorthWest Crossing Tree Lighting Ceremony
2016-12-01 18:00 - 19:00 | NorthWest Crossing, 2672 NW Crossing Dr., Bend, 97703
NorthWest Crossing will be lighting the 65-foot Ponderosa pine located in the breezeway between presenting sponsor Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate and All Mixed-Up in its neighborhood center on N.W. Crossing Drive. This fun holiday tradition will help to bring people together and kick off December just right.
In addition to the tree lighting, Santa will be on hand for a visit, the Summit High Choir will perform Christmas music, free hot cocoa from NorthWest Crossing and a Bend Fire Department is bringing a ladder truck for the kids to explore. Visitors are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Bend Fire Department’s Santa Express, which distributes food to needy families throughout the city. Those who bring a donation will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of several NorthWest Crossing Gift Baskets stuffed with merchandise and gift certificates from NorthWest Crossing businesses.

Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis
2016-12-02 | OR
Annual fun run’s 5K and 1 miler kick off the downtown Bend Christmas parade.

Canyon Rumble Frozen Half/10K/5K
2016-12-03 | OR
Multi-distance trail though Willow Canyon in Madras benefitting the the MADras Runners Jack Watts Memorial Scholarship.

Annual Christmas Paddle
2016-12-09 15:15 - 18:00 | Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Bend, 97702
Get some lights and holiday decorations on that kayak and join your community Friday, December 9 for the Annual Christmas Lights Kayak. Paddlers should meet at Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe at 3:15pm and the crowd will depart from the dock at 4pm to paddle upstream up to the Flag Bridge. On the way back down, the crew will assemble in formation and give some photo opps for the decorated boats. Spectators should plan on seeing the decorated boats from approximately 4:15-6pm.

MBSEF Mass Start Skate
2016-12-13 | OR
Younger skiers start first at this mass start 3K event to celebrate the start of the racing season.

The Night Before The Night Before Christmas
2016-12-15 19:30 - 2016-12-16 22:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
The Night Before The Night Before Christmas. A Christmas Comedy by Cricket Daniel. Directed by Susan Benson. A reprisal of the 2015 SOLD OUT Holiday Hit starring the Original Cast!
Lou has wrestled with a big ball of tangled Christmas lights for the last time! He is grabbing the sunblock, his Elvis in Paradise album and his wife Carol, and hopping on the Pineapple Express to Hawaii! Escaping New Jersey, the freezing cold, his nutty family and most of all… The Holidays, is exactly what Lou plans to do. However, a freak snowstorm leaves the couple stranded in the airport and their dream of sipping Pina Coladas on the beach is in peril. Will a couple of unexpected characters help restore Lou’s Christmas Spirit in the St. Nick of time?

The Abyss Release Celebration
2016-12-16 11:00 - 23:00 | Deschutes Brewery Bend Public House, 1044 NW Bond Street, Bend, 97701
Join us at our Bend Pub for our 11th annual release celebration of The Abyss!! This year, not only will we be releasing our classic version, but you can also get the two special variations as well: The Abyss 100% aged in Scotch barrels, and The Abyss 100% aged in Brandy barrels. YUM!!!! And we’ve got more…
Sampler trays of The Abyss 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 + The Abyss Nitro
New beer swag for sale
Bottles for sale: The Abyss 2016, 2015, 2014, and the specialty versions Rye, Cognac, Scotch, and Brandy
Special Menu:
The Abyss Braised Elk Osso Bucco:
Tender Elk Osso Bucco braised with aromatic vegetables, rosemary, sumac, cinnamon and sea salt. Served in a rich abyss demi with fresh spätzle sautéed with rainbow chard and Tuscan kale, walnut gremolata finish.
Cassoulet:
White beans, sausage, duck leg confit, tomato and herbs in a rich stock enhanced with The Abyss – Brandy.
Pork belly and Polenta:
Fresh pork belly roasted and seasoned with a lightly candied glaze, served on a bed of polenta with greens and a decadent jus made from The Abyss.
The Abyss Ganache:
House made graham and toasted marshmallow
We hope you can make it out to celebrate with us! Merry ABYSSMAS!

Chanukah Celebration
2016-12-29 17:00 - 17:30 | Old Mill District, 475 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend, 97702
The Old Mill District will host a Menorah Lighting on Thursday, December 29 at 5pm in Center Plaza by the footbridge in the Old Mill District. Lively music, hot drinks and potato latkes.

Salsa Salutations
2016-12-30 20:00 - 2016-12-31 01:00 | Old Stone Performing Arts Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, 97701
Ready to dance your way into the new year? Announcing Salsa Salutations, a New Year’s Celebration with Portland-based SalsaNova at The Old Stone followed by DJ Roger Rumba! 20% of the ticket revenue will benefit one of the many deserving agencies serving the Latino community.

Run Into the New Year
2016-12-31 | OR
The annual New Year’s Eve race begins at 11:30pm, so bring a headlamp. Proceeds benefit the Bethlehem Inn and the Bend High Walking Club.

Bryan Sutton Band featuring Sam Grisman, Casey Campbell, and Mike Barnett
2017-01-14 20:00 - 22:00 | The Old Stone Performing Arts Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, 97701
Bryan Sutton is a Grammy Award winning guitarist and a nine-time International Bluegrass Music Association Guitar Player of the Year. Featuring the additional talents of Sam Grisman, Casey Campbell, and Mike Barnett, the Bryan Sutton Band is set for one wild night at The Old Stone!

Moon Mountain Ramblers
2017-01-28 20:00 - 22:00 | The Old Stone Performing Arts Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, 97701
Bend’s own Moon Mountain Ramblers are excited to announce the release of their fifth full-length album, “A Little After Midnight.” To celebrate the occasion, they will be hosting the official CD Release Party at The Old Stone on January 28th!

GROCERY OUTLET BARGAIN MARKET TO OPEN FIRST STORE IN LA PINE
2017-02-02 10:00 - 14:00 | GROCERY OUTLET BARGAIN MARKET IN LA PINE, 51420 US-97 Suite 200 @ Finely Butte Road, La Pine, CA, 97739, United States
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, the nation’s fastest-growing, extreme-value grocery retailer is opening its first store in La Pine, OR. The ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 2, will feature a $1,000 food donation to St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank. Customers will be treated to a complimentary luncheon provided by The Harvest Depot from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a $10 minimum purchase while supplies last.

GROCERY OUTLET BARGAIN MARKET OPENS IN LA PINE
2017-02-04 08:00 - 21:00 | La Pine Grocery Outlet, 51420 US-97 Suite 200 @ Finely Butte Road, La Pine, OR, 97739, United States
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, the nation’s fastest-growing, extreme-value grocery retailer, opened today at 51420 US-97, Suite 200, in La Pine.
The La Pine community is invited to a special day of savings, family-friendly fun, and prizes this Saturday, February 4 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.:
• First 100 customers in line receive a 25% off coupon. (Must be 18 or older and redeemed February 4, 2017.)
• Customers can enter to win the grand prize of $500 in Grocery Outlet Gift Cards on Saturday, February 4. The grand prize drawing will take place at the end of the day on February 4 at the La Pine Grocery Outlet. (Must be 18 or older. One entry per person.)
• First 500 customers will receive an eco-friendly reusable bag.
Additional attractions include:
• 8 a.m.: Complimentary coffee and treats, while supplies last.
• 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Free Spin and Win on the Wheel of Bargains.
• 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: $1 Hot Dog and Drink served by Fords Franks with proceeds benefiting St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry and La Pine Chamber of Commerce.
• 11 a.m. -3 p.m.: Free Face Painter

The Vagina Monologues
2017-02-11 14:00 - 15:30 | 2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Each of the monologues deals with an aspect of the feminine experience. A recurring theme throughout the piece is the vagina as a tool of female empowerment, and the embodiment of individuality. Proceeds from the performance benefit Saving Grace.

Bonsai Presentation
2017-03-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Wabi Sabi, 830 NW Wall St.
Andrew Nelson began practicing bonsai in 2000. In this presentation, he will address the many aspects of bonsai including selecting plants, potting and maintaining, tools, materials and techniques.

McMenamins St. Patrick's Day Celebration
2017-03-13 08:00 - 17:00 | McMenamins, 700 NW Bond St.
St Patrick’s Day Celebration at McMenamins Old St Francis School with Coyote Willow.

Yoga Class Fundraiser
2017-03-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Yoga Lab, 550 SW Industrial Way, 97702
When: Friday, March 17th 9:30 am
What: Yoga Class fundraiser class with Kevin Pearce
Where: The Yoga Lab Bend (550 SW Industrial Way #170, Bend, OR 97702)
How: $21 TBI friendly yoga class with local teacher with welcome and context setting by Kevin Pearce

Central Oregon Mustache and Beard Society
2017-03-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Goodlife Brewing, 70 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702
Participants from all over the north west show their facial hair proudly along with games, prices and awards. All proceeds go to Bend Firefighters Nonprofit.

Public Lands Pint Night w/BHA
2017-03-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Fin and Fire, 2940 NW 19th St, Redmond, 97756, United States
Fin and Fire presents Pint Night with Oregon Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA). Join Fin and Fire and BHA in a discussion about the challenges faced by public lands and public land users. Topics include, privatization, monetization and access questions that have arisen in the early days of the Trump administration. The event is free and open to the public.

FADE IN: A Twisted Tinseltown Thriller
2017-03-31 19:30 - 2017-04-15 21:30 | 2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Local Playwright, Director, and Actor Patricia West-Del Ruth is premiering FADE IN: A Twisted Tinseltown Thriller, an original psychological thriller/black comedy March 31 at 2nd Street Theater in Bend. The play runs through April 15, with show times starting at 7:30 pm Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Matinees are at 3 pm on Sundays. Tickets are $19 for adults and $16 for students/seniors plus a box office fee at checkout.
About the play: This story reveals nothing is what it seems when two estranged sisters—one a psychologist and one a Hollywood screenwriter—come to terms with sibling rivalry, a horrific past, and the love they share over a deranged childhood sweetheart. Set in present-day Los Angeles, FADE IN: A Twisted Tinseltown Thriller stars local actors Skye Stafford, Catherine Christy, and Robert Marquez.
Playwright Patricia West-Del Ruth started her career in Hollywood in the 1980s. She has been active in the Bend theater scene for nearly ten years, most recently directing the sold-out Young Frankenstein: The Musical at Second Street Theater and starring in Love, Loss, and What I Wore on multiple stages throughout Central Oregon. Having earned a master’s degree in psychology, “FADE IN” blends Patricia’s educational pursuits with her love of theater. Don’t miss this original, spellbinding work fans are calling “a Twilight Zone episode with the edginess of a Tarantino film.”
To purchase tickets to the show or learn more about the play, please visit 2nd Street Theater’s website at www.2ndstreettheater.com
Contact:
Angela Miller
whimseyflowers@gmail.com
541-350-5048
Patricia West-Del Ruth
pdelruth@gmail.com
619-306-6789
2nd Street Theater
541-312-9626
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Pigs and Wings| The Wall
2017-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Avenue, Bend

Tom Rigney and Flambeau
2017-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | OR
April 23, 2017
Ridgeview High School, Redmond
Violinist, Composer, Cajun Fiddler, and leader of the American Roots Music Band, Tom Rigney and Flambeau.
