Bend Magazine

Earth Day Forest Bathing
2024-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shevlin Park, 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd, Bend, 97701
Find yourself in nature like you never have before.
Feel your stress melt away as you get connected to your roots.
Witness the magical transformation your mind, body, and spirit will move through as the mind takes a well-earned break, the body gets some well-deserved attention and rejuvenation, and spirit gets to connect with the beautiful bigger picture and serves up a dose of wonder, fascination, gratitude, and connection.
A forest bathing walk starts off with a guided meditation deepening into each of the senses, and then you’ll be led through a series of invitations that offer the opportunity for deeper relaxation and connection with ourselves and the living world.
We will come together for optional sharing and close the experience with wildcrafted tea.
Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “forest bath” and just means to take in the atmosphere of the forest through our senses (leave your swimsuit at home…no literal bathing required!). It is a practice of spending time in forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness and remembering our connection to nature and each other.
Decades of studies have discovered a wide range of health benefits associated with this practice, including stress relief, better sleep, lowered blood pressure and inflammation, and improved immunity.

Bend Rugby: PWN Rugby Championship final
2024-04-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Big Sky Park, 21690 Neff Rd, Bend, 97701
Bend Rugby host Clark county chiefs, in the PNW rugby Championship(D3) Final. For the second year in a row, Bend and Clark Co. face off to compete for top spot in the PNW, and a place in the USA Club rugby sweet 16 Pacific Super regionals, in Las Vegas May 3rd/4th. From here there is the potential for a spot in the final 4 nationals tournament in Texas, May 17th-19th.

Saisons on the Lawn
2024-04-20 12:00 - 18:00 | Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for our second annual Saisons on the Lawn event at Crux! Entry is free. Taster package is $20 and includes a special tasting glass and 5 tokens. Additional tokens can be purchased for $2. Each token gets you one 4oz sample of saisons available from 6+ breweries. All proceeds benefit the Oregon Brewers Guild.

Earth Day Fair & Parade
2024-04-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Earth Day Fair & Parade, a colorful celebration of the planet and community spirit. Enjoy a family-friendly parade through downtown Bend, where costumes showcasing Earth’s wonders are encouraged. At the fair, explore food vendors, interactive booths and performances for all ages, including authentic Mayan drumming and dancing.

Exhibition Opening Near, Far, Gone: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his Family Foundation
2024-04-20 09:00 - 17:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
The High Desert Museum’s newest exhibition from the collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his family foundation opens April 20, 2024. Through the artwork of acclaimed artists Ann Hamilton, Matthew Day Jackson, Wangechi Mutu and Kiki Smith, ‘Near, Far, Gone’ will explore the close and complex relationship between humans and wildlife. Each of the 19 works featured in the exhibition depicts an animal species in transition: some endangered, some threatened, some existing near humans and others moving farther away.
Free with museum admission.

2024 Locavore Gala and Farm-to-Table Feast
2024-04-19 17:00 - 21:30 | Tetherow, 61240 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Support Central Oregon Locavore at its 8th Annual Gala and Fundraiser, a celebration of collaboration, cooperation and the essence of local food. Engage in community with a gourmet multi-course farm-to-table feast, silent and live auctions, plus photographic narratives that highlight local farmers’ dedication.
$150

Beaver Walk & Beaver Believers Screening
2024-04-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Lake Creek Lodge, 13375 SW Forest Service Rd, Camp Sherman, 97730
Beaver Natural History Walk & Restoration Site Tour – 4-5 pm
Followed by a screening of The Beaver Believers and Q &A Hosted by Maureen Thompson, Beaver Works Program Manager, and Kolleen Miller, Education Director for The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council.
Contact maureen@thinkwildco.org (541) 699-1606 with questions about this event

HomeGrown Music Festival
2024-04-19 - 2024-04-20 | OR
Get ready for the 2nd annual HomeGrown Music Festival featuring your favorite local bands. Enjoy non-stop tunes all weekend with multiple stages at Bunk+Brew and Silver Moon Brewing, plus late-night shows at the Domino Room. Don’t miss the pre-party at the Volcanic Theatre Pub on Thursday.
$30

3rd Thursday Maker's Market @The Grove
2024-04-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Grove, 921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Bend, 97703
The Grove Market Hall in NWX is going to be hosting various artists on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month. Inside until the warmer months are here. Come grab some food & drinks and check out their work! 6-8 pm. FREE

A Discussion on Environment and Well-Being
2024-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, 97759
Dive into the environmental dynamics shaping Oregonian life in this engaging talk facilitated by The Roundhouse Foundation. Explore themes of global reliance and impact through emerging concerns such as novel pollutants in water, land and food sources.

A Discussion on Environment and Well-Being
2024-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, 97759
Minal Mistry will employ a holistic approach, using systems thinking to unravel the environmental complexities shaping our lives in Oregon. Gain insights into the environmental burdens sustaining the unique Oregonian lifestyle and the nuanced interplay with our collective wellbeing.
This engaging talk will transcend local boundaries, shedding light on our global reliance and the far-reaching impact on communities worldwide.

A Discussion on Environment and Well-Being
2024-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, 97759
Minal Mistry will employ a holistic approach, using systems thinking to unravel the environmental complexities shaping our lives in Oregon. Gain insights into the environmental burdens sustaining the unique Oregonian lifestyle and the nuanced interplay with our collective wellbeing.
This engaging talk will transcend local boundaries, shedding light on our global reliance and the far-reaching impact on communities worldwide. Explore themes of Migration and Transitions, and delve into emerging concerns such as novel pollutants affecting water, land, and food sources.
The evening promises ample time for discussion, offering you the chance to share your personal experiences and perspectives on these critical topics. As we unravel the interconnected web of environmental and human development concerns, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of our shared responsibilities.
Minal Mistry (he/him) is a biologist/scientist working in the industrial sustainability arena with an emphasis on the impacts of material production and consumption upon the living Earth. His focus area is at the intersections of environmental, ecological and social justice. His art has evolved from those intersections, primarily as sculpture and writing.
Price: This event is free and open to the public. Spaces are limited so registration is required.

Live Music with Beverly Anderson at Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market
2024-04-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road, Bend, 97702
Grab a beer and join us for live music with Beverly Anderson on the patio at the Pub on Reed Market. Music starts at 530PM – free & family-friendly.

Vortex IPA Celebration
2024-04-17 17:00 - 19:00 | River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Vortex IPA is the flagship beer of one of our favorite breweries, Fort George. In celebration of 17 years of this amazing beer, we will be pouring and tasting 3 versions of the IPA: 1) The OG Vortex 2) Double Dry Hopped Vortex 3) Cryotex w/cryo hops SWAG GIVEAWAYS

We Are Home Film Festival
2024-04-13 18:30 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Support Thrive Central Oregon at its fundraiser, the second annual We Are Home Film Festival. Explore the theme of home and belonging through six short films by independent filmmakers, with proceeds supporting local housing initiatives.
$24

Port Wine and Cheese Tasting
2024-04-13 16:00 | Elixir Wine Group, 11 NW Lava Road, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Join cheese and wine expert Teri Tith for an exclusive tasting experience that pairs gourmet cheeses with aged Port Wines from Elixir’s portfolio. Learn about the history and tradition behind these pairings to elevate your appreciation for the artistry of cheese and wine.
$35

Art in Nature: Camerata in a Cave
2024-04-13 13:00 - 17:30 | Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr, Bend, 97701
Experience an unforgettable musical performance by the local a cappella group, Bend Camerata, inside an 80,000-year-old cave. After a scenic walk, enjoy an interpretive tour of the cave before settling in for the mesmerizing vocal concert. Wine and light appetizers will be served.
$150

Art in Nature: Camerata in a Cave at Juniper Preserve
2024-04-13 13:00 - 17:30 | Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr, Bend, 97701
Wanderlust Tours is excited to bring another installment of our Art in Nature outdoor performance series in 2024! The super talented local a Cappella group, Bend Camerata, will perform at Juniper Preserve (formerly Pronghorn Resort) inside a cave!
After a 3/4-mile walk, we’ll arrive at a stunning 80,000-year-old cave in a location most have never witnessed. You will be greeted by a naturalist guide and experience an interpretive tour of the cave. We’ll settle inside this magical acoustic wonder for a vocal concert. Bend Camerata’s spectacular a Cappella performance will bounce off the cave ceiling with crispness that delights the soul!
After the concert, enjoy wine and light appetizers while mingling with Bend Camerata members. Transportation to/from Juniper Preserve, the concert and drinks and food are included in the ticket price.

Spring Fling 2024
2024-04-13 | Hoodoo Ski Area
Bid farewell to the ski season at Hoodoo’s annual Spring Fling event. Test your skills at the Pond Skimming Battle Royale and participate in the costume contest for a chance to win fantastic prizes.

Latin Dance Party
2024-04-12 20:00 | Barrel Room – Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Groove to the vibrant rhythms of Latin culture at this tropical music and dance event. Start the night with a lively Latin dance lesson before showcasing your moves. DJ SOLO and special guests will keep the energy going all night long.
$10

We We Rock You: School Edition
2024-04-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Cascades Theatre
See a play! Come support the performing arts community of Bend and Central Oregon!
Running from April 12-21, get tickets through our website linked here.
WE WILL ROCK YOU tells the story of a globalized future without musical instruments. A handful of rock rebels, the Bohemians, fight against the all-powerful Globalsoft company and its boss, the Killer Queen; they fight for freedom, individuality and the rebirth of the age of rock. Scaramouche and Galileo, two young outsiders, cannot come to terms with the bleak conformist reality. They join the Bohemians and embark on the search to find the unlimited power of freedom, love and Rock!
The idea for the musical came after a meeting between the actor Robert De Niro with musicians Brian May and Roger Taylor, in Venice in 1996. De Niroâ€™s daughter was a big fan of the Queen and the actor asked if the legends of rock had never thought of creating a musical based on their songs. That was the beginning of everything.
Since 2002 over 15 million theatre goers in 17 countries have been thrilled by this awe-inspiring production which is based on the songs of Queen with a book by Ben Elton (The Young Ones, Blackadder, Popcorn). Elton fashioned this hilarious futurist comedy around more than 24 of Queenâ€™s biggest hit songs including We Are The Champions, Radio Ga Ga, I Want To Break Free, Somebody To Love, Killer Queen, Donâ€™t Stop Me Now, Under Pressure, Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites The Dust and of course, We Will Rock You.

HDCM Concert Series: SAKURA CELLO QUINTET
2024-04-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
High Desert Chamber Music’s 16th season, presented by German Master Tech, continues with Sakura Cello Quintet’s first appearance in the HDCM Concert Series. A unique and versatile cello quintet, hailed as “brilliant” and “superb”, the group is built on the artistry and virtuosity of its members. Their inventive programs are constructed around conceptual threads, and they will be making their Central Oregon debut.
This evening is brought to you by Drew Family Dentistry. Join members of Sakura for a pre-concert talk about the program beginning at 6:45pm. This concert preview is free for all ticket holders.
Tickets available through HDCM by phone or online. Come hear the music!

"Voices of Power, Voices of Imagination" Poetry Slam
2024-04-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Coats Campus Center – Wille Hall, 2600 NW College Way, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Kick off National Poetry Month with creativity and inspiration at the “Voices of Power, Voices of Imagination” Poetry Slam. Moderated and judged by a mix of students and faculty from COCC, and local poets, it’s sure to be a moving evening in celebration of language.

USA BMX: Great Northwest Nationals 2024
2024-04-12 - 2024-04-14 | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Join the fast-paced excitement to watch BMX racers push the limits of speed and agility. There’s not a bad seat in the house to cheer on riders in age classes from 12 and under to over 41. Get ready for a high-intensity day of fun!

Beer + Cookie Tasting at Playful Paws Cat Cafe
2024-04-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Playful Paws Cat Cafe, 1465 SW Knoll Ave Suite 102, Benf, 97702
Join us for a purrfect evening with Cascade Lakes Brewing! Savor three delectable brews from CLB, expertly paired with a selection of iconic cookies. Get in some playtime in our cozy cat lounge filled with our adorable, adoptable felines. It’s a meow-velous blend of beer tasting and cuddly companionship. Limited spots available, reserve yours meow!
Your $20 event fee includes samples of a few of Cascade Lakes Brewing’s finest brews and some play time in the cat lounge. This event is for participants age 21+ only.

Live Music with Erin Cole-Baker at Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market
2024-04-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road, Bend, 97702
Grab a beer and join us for live music with Erin Cole-Baker on the patio at the Pub on Reed Market. Music starts at 530PM – free & family-friendly.

Presentation: Historic Photographs of Oregon’s Hopscape
2024-04-10 12:30 - 13:30 | Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Delve into Oregon’s hop-growing legacy with an insightful presentation by Kenneth I. Helphand, Professor Emeritus of Landscape Architecture at the University of Oregon. Explore the rich history of hop cultivation, from planting to harvest, and its profound impact on Oregon’s landscape and culture.

Bingo!
2024-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Have fun, win $$CASH$$ and support a local non profit organization. Cards $1-$5

Bingo @ The Grove
2024-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Grove Market Hall, 921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Bend, 97701
Come & join us for our first ever Bingo night at The Grove in NWX. All ages are welcome, cash only.

International Beaver Day at Unofficial Logging Co. with Think Wild
2024-04-07 13:00 - 18:00 | Unofficial Logging Co, 910 NW Harriman St. Suite #100, Bend, 97703
Join us for an International Beaver Day celebration! We’ll be offering an interpretive beaver walk along the Deschutes River as well as an axe-throwing fundraiser at Unofficial Logging Co. in Bend! Come celebrate Oregon’s original loggers on our river walk or throw some axes at the fundraising event, or both! We’ll meet at the North end of Drake Park by Looney Bean Coffee at 1pm and walk along the river to Unofficial Logging Co.
20% of sales all day at Unofficial Logging Co. will be donated to Think Wild! Although the fundraiser goes all day, Think Wild staff will be present at Unofficial Logging Co. from 3 pm – 6 pm and giving a brief presentation at 4 pm. We’ll also have raffles, merch for sale, and interpretive table featuring Chewy, the taxidermy beaver.
