Traditional and Contemporary Native Art Show
2019-06-21 17:00 - 2019-06-23 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sisters, Cascade Ave, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
June 21 – 23 Summer Solstice Weekend Art Show at Raven Makes Gallery in Sisters, Oregon
Join us in welcoming three exemplary artists for a three show and sale of new, original works! Antique ledger paper artist Terrance Guardipee, Blackfeet, painter Jason Parrish, Navajo, and pop-art/multi-media artist Roger Perkins, Mohawk will be at Raven Makes Gallery in Sisters, Oregon, June 21 -23.
These well-known artists show full engagement in their cultural histories with personal insights and imagery that express powerful shifts in contemporary art and our society as a whole.
Opening reception, refreshments Friday 5 – 8 pm, Saturday panel discussion 1:30 pm, final sales through Sunday 11 – 3.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet Terrance Guardipee, Jason Parrish and Roger Perkins in person and engage in the dynamic art market for contemporary Native art.

Venardos Circus
2019-06-21 19:00 - 20:30, 2019-06-22 13:00 - 20:30, 2019-06-23 13:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
The Little Circus That Could
The Venardos Circus held its first performance in 2014 at the LA County Fair. Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos, the show features Cirque-level acrobatics, hand-balancing, aerialists, juggling and much more. It was just a little Circus… but it had great BIG dreams. In the years since, Venardos Circus has grown into a living example of the power of dreams, reinventing the American Circus tradition for a new generation, and bringing joy to people everywhere.
REDMOND, OREGON
Deschutes County Fairgrounds 3800 Southwest Airport Way, Redmond, OR 97756
June 13th – June 23rd
Click the link below for ticket information!

BAD Pacifist
2019-06-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR, United States
Join us for pizza, drinks, sunset and music. Bad Pacifist is a Central Oregon based folk rock trio with a mix of moody melodic songs as well as upbeat grooves that you can’t help but vibe to. With three part harmonies and thoughtful lyrics, they capture and hold the room from beginning to end.

Miller Ranch Sawmill Demonstration
2019-06-22 11:00 - 15:00, 2019-07-13 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Full steam ahead! See the 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action and discover how critical steam-powered sawmills were to homesteading families in the High Desert.

Waterston Desert Writing Prize Workshops
2019-06-26 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Get ready for the Waterston Desert Writing Prize Award Ceremony by participating in one of three creative writing workshops led by poet and author Ellen Waterston, Oregon Poet Laureate Kim Stafford and award winning fiction writer James Anderson.

Waterston Desert Writing Prize Award Ceremony
2019-06-26 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Award presentation and readings by winning author, finalists and “A Desert Conversation” with distinguished writers Dr. Patricia Limerick, Bruce Berger and Kim Stafford. This literary award honors writing that illustrates artistic excellence, sensitivity to place and desert literacy.

Central Oregon PubTalk
2019-06-27 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | McMenamins, 700 NW Bond St.
Once again, Central Oregon PubTalk features one amazing keynote and two new, recently launched startups sure to get your imagination going. Check out the spotlight below for more information on our keynote speaker, one of Bend’s biggest rock star entrepreneurs.
Keynote Speaker:
Mike Wallenfels, SVP Global Sales, Helen of Troy
Pitching Companies:
Allison Barnard, CEO & Founder, Terra Frma
Shannon Enete, CEO & Founder, Adventure Guru

Water in the West
2019-06-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Historian Patricia Limerick, a
renowned scholar, director of the
Center of the American West and
professor at the University of Colorado,
Boulder, will share her insights on
issues surrounding water in our
region. She’s written widely on the
challenges facing Westerners today
and guided discussions that seek open
dialogue and problem solving around
contentious topics while offering a rich
historical context.

4th Friday Art Stroll In Sisters, Or, 4-7pm
2019-06-28 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
Visit some 20 Art Galleries in Sisters: Enjoy beautiful art, good company, refreshments, music, demonstrations, hors d’œuvres, plus additional sponsoring restaurants and food venues for during and following the stroll. Visit with actual artists and their work including: Fine art and contemporary paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, glass artistry, jewelry, and many more types of artistry.
The Sisters Arts Association was formed in 2015 by a group of artists and supporters that believe the arts are an important part of a healthy community and an essential component of the enrichment of culture. The association exists to provide its members with a unified voice for the nurturing and enriching of the arts and to create a spirit of togetherness among artists, community and all who visit Sisters, Oregon. More at www.SistersArtsAssociation.org

Adventure Calls Central Oregon
2019-06-28 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Join Copeland Gallery for our first ever Summer Kick-off Show! The show will take place on June 28th, from 5 PM to 8 PM and will feature our brand new Central Oregon content. Meet the Artist- Chad Copeland, as he answers questions about his adventures. Beer, Wine, and Cheese will be served. COPELAND GALLERY

Akins + Aosmos
2019-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR, United States
Join us for pizza, drinks, sunset and music!

Artist Studio Tour in Sisters, Sat/Sun, June 29 & 30
2019-06-29 10:00 - 2019-06-30 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sisters, Cascade Ave, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
Artist Studio Tour in Sisters, Sat/Sun, June 29 & 30: A self-guided map tour around Sisters featuring 25 artists working in their working studios giving demonstrations: painters, potters, jewelers, glass artists, photographers and sculptors. Meet the artists and view their work, up-close-and personal. See tour map, artists & details @ http://www.sistersartsassociation.org/2019-artist-studio-tour-3

In a Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild
2019-06-29 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
The outdoor concert series comes to the 1904 Miller Family Ranch with pianist Hunter Noack and a 9-foot Steinway grand piano. Explore the ranch while listening to the music via wireless headphones. It’s an experience like no other!

July 4th Old Fashioned Festival
2019-07-04 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Enjoy the holiday with your friends and family at the Bend Park & Recreation District’s Old Fashioned July 4th Festival sponsored by Bend Pet Express. It’s a day filled with old-fashioned fun & games, food and festivities – you won’t want to miss out!
Make a day of it: Begin at 8:00 am in Drake Park with the annual Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast then cruise to downtown Bend by 9:00 am with your dog, llama, wagon, bicycle or stuffed animal for the popular Bend Park & Recreation District Pet Parade. The parade kicks off at 10:00 am sharp and circles through downtown for 1.5 miles.
After the Pet Parade, head back to Drake Park between 11:00 am – 4:00 pm to enjoy the Festival with live music, local artisans and delicious food. Don’t forget to cruise through the expanded Kids & Family Area brought to you by the Law Offices of Warren John West where kids of all ages will be entertained with FREE old fashioned fun and games.
July 4th Activities & Schedule:
Pancake Breakfast 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Presented by the Sunrise Lions Club
Live Music, Entertainment & Pie-eating contests!
Presented by Northwest Community Credit Union
11:00 am – 4:00 pm on Pavilion Stage
11:00 am — National Anthem
11:30 am — Music
1:15 pm — Pie Eating Contest
2:00 pm — Music
Sign up for the Annual Pie Eating Contest at the Festival beginning at 11 am. Space is limited. Contest at 1:15 pm.
Old Fashioned Games: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sponsored by Bigfoot Beverages
3-Legged Race, Gunny Sack Race, Parachute Play, Hula Hoop Contest, Ball Relays, Water Balloon Toss, Sponge Relay, Watermelon Eating Contest
Kids & Family Fun Area: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
It’s all fun and games with the following:
• The Fish Fling – presented by Hydro Flask
• Flush-a-Duck – presented by Brown & Brown Northwest Insurance
• Helicopter Landing at 11:30 am in Harmon Park – presented by AirLink
• The Bend Fire Department
• Deschutes National Forest
• Friends of the Children
• The Humane Society of Central Oregon

Danae Bennett-Miller July featured artist at Tumalo Art Co.
2019-07-05 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Danae Bennett-Millers opens her show, “Seeking the Nature Within” at Tumalo Art Co in the Old Mill District, Friday July 5, from 4-8pm during Bend’s First Friday Gallery Walk. Danae presents new bronze sculpture and original printmaking of wildlife in her organic, flowing style.

The 3 of We
2019-07-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Craig Brown has put together this incredible trio of outstanding musicians. Come on out to enjoy their music, pizza, drinks and sunset!

Bend Summer Festival
2019-07-12 17:00 - 2019-07-14 17:00 UTC | OR
Bend Summer Festival Returns July 12-14

Enjoy 29 years of kicking off the summer season, with the First Interstate Bank Bend Summer Festival Friday, July 12, through Sunday, July 14. Featuring fine food and libations, talented artists, three stages of first class blues, rock and jazz from Central Oregon and across the nation. The Bend Summer Festival is more than an event—it is a destination. From the Family Play Zone, Souk Marketplace and the Center Ring, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Featuring fine food and libations, talented artists, three stages of first class blues, rock and jazz from Central Oregon and across the nation, the Bend Summer Festival is more than an event—it is a destination.

Dive Bar Theology
2019-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Dive Bar Theology is a Bend, Oregon based trio that brings high energy vibes to venues of every shape and size. With their unique indie-pop take on well-known songs, they transform everything from breweries and festival stages into contagious groove-laden parties.

Bat Walk
2019-07-12 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Join us on an exciting evening expedition in search of bats on our grounds using echolocator equipment. Bring weather-appropriate clothing and a flashlight or headlamp to be prepared for touring the Museum after hours.

Thorn Hollow String Band
2019-07-13 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Hear some toe-tapping tunes from our pioneering house band! Dancing encouraged.

Intro to Whitewater Paddleboard Clinic on the Lower Deschutes
2019-07-14 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Bend, 97702
Short description:
Have you been curious what down river paddleboarding is like? This is the perfect course for beginners to give it a try and more experienced paddleboarders to tighten up their technique.
Long description:
In our Intro to Swiftwater SUP, paddlers will begin learning the world of swiftwater/whitewater paddleboarding on the beautiful Lower Deschutes River. Swiftwater paddleboarding is a bundle of fun and doesn’t have to begin with “shredding the gnar” or what you might have seen on Facebook. This clinic is focused on safety and fun with an emphasis on proper river paddleboarding equipment and river paddleboard fundamentals.
See Tumalocreek.com for details!
Dates and times:
July 14 & August 11, 8-5pm

Friends Central Oregon Charity Pickleball Tournament
2019-07-14 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Join us for a fun Sunday of pickleball that supports an amazing cause in the Deschutes County Community. Come out to Pine Nursery Park and play some Pickleball – a lively racket game for all ages and abilities that combines tennis, badminton and ping-pong. All proceeds will benefit Friends of the Children Central Oregon Chapter.
This doubles tournament will be organized by skill level. Lunch is provided for all registered players and morning coffee will be provided by Backporch Coffee Roasters!

Summer Social - Oregon Innovative Marketing
2019-07-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
OIM Summer Social
What better way to celebrate summer and spark creativity than a social at 9th Street Village? Part artist collective, part beer garden and part co-working space, 9th Street Village has redefined the idea of “mixed use.”
It’s a dynamic space to connect with a new colleague or just putt around with frisbee golf. You’ll find a community of artists, makers, small businesses and brewers peppered throughout the industrial yet welcoming space behind the DIY Cave. During the event, we will also hear from some of the rockstars behind 9th Street Village as well as our sponsor, Shannon Lee Strategy.
Space is limited
Tickets at the door, if available, are $15

Cork & Barrel - Wine. Dine. Make a difference.
2019-07-18 18:00 - 2019-07-20 22:00 UTC | OR
Held in Bend, Oregon, Cork & Barrel is an annual three-day wine and food event series benefiting KIDS Center. Each year Cork & Barrel brings a different and unique wine region to Central Oregon. In 2019, we are proud to feature the wines of Southern Oregon!
There’s something for everyone during these three days of events. From the intimate Winemaker Dinners, to A Sip of Cork & Barrel where you can mingle with winemakers and meet local and regional guest chefs, to the Grand Cru gala fundraising event with a 5-course dinner and Central Oregon’s best live auction…you don’t want to miss it!
Thursday, July 18th, 2019 – Winemaker Dinners
Held at various locations throughout Central Oregon
Friday, July 19th, 2019 – A Sip of Cork & Barrel
Held at Broken Top Club on the green
Saturday, July 20th, 2019 – Grand Cru
Held at Broken Top Club on the green

Art in the West
2019-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Join us for an evening filled with art and excitement. The opening event includes artist demonstrations and a chance to mingle with the artists. This is your first chance to bid on a piece, so make it count!

For the Love of Pets Benefit Festival
2019-07-20 11:00 - 18:00 UTC | OR
Bring the whole family (two- and four-legged) to American Legion Park to enjoy a good time benefiting local shelters and rescues.
This FREE, dog-friendly community festival is host to an IPA tasting, great food, dozens of vendors and adoptable pets galore. 100% of funds raised at the event are split among the beneficiaries.
Raffle announcements and giveaways every hour!
Bring product donations (e.g. cat litter, tennis balls, bleach) in exchange for raffle tickets.
Visit www.FLPBenefit.com for more details!

Fourth Friday Open House- Oceans and Rivers
2019-07-24 17:00 - 2019-07-26 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Join the Copeland Gallery for our Fourth Friday Open House. The theme for this month is “Oceans and Rivers.” Sip a taster of beer from Sunriver Brewery while going on a journey with Chad to the Kingdom of Tonga. He will be sharing stories about the close encounters with the humpback whales and speak to what the “water” means to him. “Oceans and rivers connect us. We all share the same air, the same oceans, and the same rivers. We are equally responsible for protecting them.” The Coalition for the Deschutes and Deschutes River Conservancy will be there on behalf of the Deschutes River.
