Bend Magazine

Jim Brickman: A Joyful Christmas
2018-12-03 19:30 - 21:30 UTC
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Tower Theatre.
Bring your family, friends or that special someone and make Jim Brickman your new holiday tradition. Celebrate the faith, love and togetherness that we value most this time of year and share in the celebration of A Joyful Christmas.

Chanukah Celebration
2018-12-02 16:30 - 17:30
Each year, on the first day of Chanukah, the Old Mill District hosts a community menorah lighting. Everyone is invited to the Center Plaza on Sunday, December 2 at 4:30 p.m., where the ceremony will be presented by the Chabad of Central Oregon. Fire jugglers kick off the festivities before the lighting, along with chocolate coin drop, hot drinks, potato latkes, and Chanukah music.
Everyone is welcome.

TEDxBendWomen
2018-12-01 09:00 - 14:30
Saturday, December 01, 2018
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Redmond Technology Education Center
2324 Southeast College Loop, Redmond, OR 97756
Women the world over are no longer accepting the status quo. They’re rising up, breaking out, and pushing boundaries. Whatever their focus and talent–business, technology, art, science, politics-these pioneers and their allies are joining forces in an explosion of discovery and ingenuity to drive real, meaningful change.g
TEDxBendWomen is our local opportunity for exclusive viewing of the LIVE speakers and performers taking place at TED Women this year. Our event takes place December 1 from 9-2:30 and includes never before seen viewing of TEDWomen talks, discussion groups, ideas for action, an interactive panel on good news, coffee, a light lunch, a branded Hydroflask, and a closing reception.

Carolers: Music of the Season
2018-12-01 02:00 - 2018-12-23 09:00
Enjoy roving musical performances by local groups such as the Youth Choir of Central Oregon, Mountain View High School Adante Jazz Choir, High Desert Middle School Jazz Choir, Summit High School Choir, Sisters High School Jazz Choir, Bend Senior High School Choir, Trinity Lutheran High School Chamber Choir, High Desert Men’s Barbershop, Bear Creek Bear Tones and the Victorian Carolers.
Check the Old Mill District website for a schedule of performances.

Tree of Joy: Spreading the Magic of Christmas
2018-11-23 11:00 - 2018-12-16 17:00 | Old Mill District, 730 SW Columbia Street, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
A partnership between the Salvation Army, the four Rotary Clubs of Bend and the Old Mill District, the Tree of Joy – located in SantaLand in the Old Mill District – was created to ensure that every child in Central Oregon experiences the joy of Christmas. This year’s tree inside SantaLand will be open from Friday-Sunday between November 23-December 16 between 11 am – 5 pm for name selection and gift drop-off. Gifts must be unwrapped or in gift bags and must arrive before 5 pm on December 16.
The Hilton Garden Inn in the Old Mill District will also take gifts 24/7 through December 18.
https://www.oldmilldistrict.com/blog/holiday-2018/tree-of-joy/

4TH FRIDAY ART STROLL IN SISTERS
2018-11-23 04:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
Visit some 20 Art Galleries in Sisters Featuring: Have a great time, 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.
BONUS: Enter to win at each gallery for the “Quick Draw” with a $100 gift certificate prize to a local entity.
(Followed by Artist Studio Tour annual event the next day on 9/28)
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.

I Like Pie Run
2018-11-22 | Center Plaza at the Old Mill District, near 475 SW Powerhouse Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Don’t miss a marvelous Turkey Day tradition, Bend’s famous I Like Pie fun run on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 22 at 9 a.m. Choose from a flat and fast 5K around the Deschutes River or a family-friendly 1.5-mile loop, both of which start and finish in the Old Mill District’s Center Plaza. Better yet, you’ll earn some post-race pie and all proceeds from the run go to NeighborImpact and Girls on the Run. Entrants are encouraged to bring 5lbs of non-perishable food per person to donate.

BendBroadband's Jazz at the Oxford: Guitar Legends 2018
2018-11-17 20:00 - 22:00, 2018-11-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2018-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Three legends join forces for an unforgettable evening of music.
Dan Balmer brings fire and heart every time he plays the guitar: from chart-topping success with the Tom Grant Band in the 90s, to world tours with two-time Grammy Award winner Diane Schuur, to performing with contemporary jam-bands.
Dan Faehnle boasts the technical prowess of a jazz giant and has made an indelible mark upon the music world, receiving high praise from audiences and critics alike.
John Stowell began his successful career in the early 70s. His album with bassist David Friesen, Through the Listening Glass, was chosen as one of the 10 best jazz albums of the 70s by the Los Angeles Examiner. He continues to tour, record and teach internationally.

Conservation Photography
2018-11-09 10:00 - 15:00
Join our wildlife curators to learn about and photograph the wildlife in our care. Explore techniques for macro photography using natural history objects from the Museum collection,
including skulls, bones, scales and feathers. Experienced photographers will be available to walk participants through various camera techniques with portrait-style opportunities of
reptiles and birds. Participants are welcome to explore the fundamentals of their equipment during a preliminary meeting on Friday, December 14 at 5:00 pm.
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
$150, Members receive 20% discount

Weekend Workshop: Wind Energy
2018-11-09 10:00 - 12:00
Families can explore together in this renewable energy workshop. Learn about different energy sources and how engineers have gotten some of their best ideas from nature. Design and test your own wind turbine blades to harness the wind.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
$15, Members receive 20% discount

Assistance League of Bend Silver Gala
2018-11-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. Business 97, Bend, 97703
Join the Assistance League of Bend in celebration of 25 years of helping children in our community. This special event features dinner, live and silent auction, exciting dessert dash, and music by local favorite Precious Byrd.

Old Mill District Annual Kid’s Halloween Party is Back...Better Than Ever!
2018-10-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr,, Bend, 97702
Each year, the ghosts and goblins come down to Bend, Oregon’s Old Mill District for trick-or-treating and other fun activities to celebrate Halloween. This year’s event features the traditional take-home toys and treats from the stores, as well as other frightful activities to keep those little monsters enjoying the holiday.
Hot apple cider to ward off the fall chill at Savory Spice
Pet costume contest by the Humane Society of Central Oregon
Reptile petting zoo by Central Oregon Herpetology Club held in the space between desperado and Avalon Salon
Hay rides by Cowboy Carriage
Hands-on Halloween crafts by Arts Station, Terpsichorean Dance Studio and Latin Dance performances and Adventure Box Photo booth in Center Plaza
When: Wednesday, October 31, 4 -7 p.m.
Where: Throughout the Old Mill District, Powerhouse Drive, Bend, Oregon
Contact: 541-312-0131
More information: https://www.oldmilldistrict.com/event/family-halloween-party-in-the-old-mill-district/
Cost: Free

Comedy For Kids Sake
2018-10-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon presents their biggest event of the year: the 21st Annual Comedy For Kids’ Sake! This year’s entertainment will knock your socks off, featuring two hilarious and well-known comedians from Portland, and hosted by Central Oregon’s Best Radio Personality, Tracee Tuesday.
Tyler Boeh has won or been a finalist in several well-known comedy competitions from San Francisco to Boston, and performed in dozens of major cities in between. With a background in improv and a love for writing, Tyler’s act is fast paced with a shotgun delivery.
Todd Armstrong was named one of the 50 “comics to watch” by Comedy Central. He has been on VICE and Portlandia, and is the Writer, Director and Co-Producer of “Permanent Comedy”, a web-series that follows Todd as he interviews Comedians, Artists and Friends about comedy, life and making permanent choices in both.
Tracee Tuesday is not only a radio and TV personality, entertainment journalist, and wannabe astrophysicist, she is also a Big Sister and BBBSCO Board Member.

Comedy For Kids Sake
2018-10-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States

Bend Design
2018-10-25 - 2018-10-26 | Bend, Bend, United States
Now in its fourth year, Bend Design is a two-day conference that draws creatives and change-makers. Speakers will inspire and workshops will engage curious minds. The conference spans across Bend at locations such as the Tower Theatre, Liberty Theater and Oxford Hotel. Register in advance for early bird pricing.

Wild Kingdom's Peter Gros
2018-10-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Kids and families will enjoy this show from Wild Kingdom’s Peter Gros, a leader in advocacy for wildlife. Get up close and personal with a variety of wild animals while learning about their wildlife conservation around the globe.

BendBroadband's Jazz at the Oxford: Lee Ritenour
2018-10-20 20:00 - 22:00, 2018-10-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2018-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Lee Ritenour’s diverse music became the foundation of over 3,000 sessions as a young guitarist with a broad spectrum of artists including Pink Floyd, Steely Dan, B.B. King, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and Simon & Garfunkel. From one of his first sessions at 16 with the Mamas and the Papas to accompanying Lena Horne and Tony Bennett at 18, Lee’s 40 year storied career is highlighted by a Grammy Award win for his 1986 collaboration, Harlequin, with Dave Grusin, 17 Grammy nominations, numerous #1 spots on guitar polls and the prestigious “Alumnus of the Year” award from USC.

BendBroadband's Jazz at the Oxford Free Music Education Workshop: Lee Ritenour
2018-10-20 11:15 - 13:15 | Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
BendBroadband’s FREE Music Education Workshop, hosted by Georges Bouhey, offers local music students and professionals the opportunity to talk with, learn from and play with Lee Ritenour.
No advance registration required. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Free parking at the public garage adjacent to the Oxford Hotel Bend.
About Lee Ritenour:
Lee Ritenour’s diverse music became the foundation of over 3,000 sessions as a young guitarist with a broad spectrum of artists including Pink Floyd, Steely Dan, B.B. King, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and Simon & Garfunkel. From one of his first sessions at 16 with the Mamas and the Papas to accompanying Lena Horne and Tony Bennett at 18, Lee’s 40 year storied career is highlighted by a Grammy Award win for his 1986 collaboration, Harlequin, with Dave Grusin, 17 Grammy nominations, numerous #1 spots on guitar polls and the prestigious “Alumnus of the Year” award from USC.

Bend Venture Conference
2018-10-18 - 2018-10-19 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
One of the Pacific Northwest’s largest angel funding conferences, Bend Venture Conference awarded $1.83 million in funding to startups in the region last year and drew more than 600 people, 50 prominent investors and 70 companies. The conference will take place in the heart of Bend at the Tower Theatre, where it has been held since its inception in 2004.

Soweto Gospel Choir
2018-10-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Don’t miss this performance that the New York Times called, “Meticulous and unstoppable… spirited and spectacular.” The Soweto Gospel Choir will be at the Tower Theatre to perform their inspirational Gospel choir music.

Sisters Harvest Faire
2018-10-13 - 2018-10-14 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
A Sisters tradition for more than thirty-five years, the Harvest Faire welcomes over 180 artisan vendors to help celebrate the changing of the seasons. Enjoy local food and free music at this annual event.

Sisters Harvest Faire
2018-10-13 - 2018-10-14 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
A Sisters tradition for over 35 years, the Harvest Faire welcomes over 180 artisan vendors to help celebrate the changing of the seasons. Enjoy local food and free music at this annual event.

Giving In Style
2018-10-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Tetherow Pavilion
Giving in Style is an annual, community-focused fashion show for charity debuting in the Fall of 2018.
Come enjoy a fun, fashionable evening with models walking the runway for a great cause!
In The Pavilion overlooking the grand fairways of Tetherow, you’ll be treated to a hosted cocktail reception, raffle, silent auction, and delicious sit-down dinner while local notables strut the runway in couture ranging from contemporary apparel to fitness fashion—Bend style.
The show will be followed by sweet treats and dancing with live music by local favorite, Precious Byrd.
Proceeds to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend (BGCB).

Interpreting Climate Change for All Audiences Workshop
2018-10-12 09:30
Calling all educators, scientists and communications staff—join High Desert Museum and OMSI staff to learn evidence-based strategies for writing and talking about climate change in a productive and hopeful way. In this free one-day introduction to the National Network for Ocean and Climate Change Interpretation, you’ll learn the basics for framing productive conversations, practice your new skills and think about how you can use them in your own work.
Space is limited and registration is required.
9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Free
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)
1945 SE Water Ave., Portland
Registration required: omsimuseum.wufoo.com/forms/z1thu5v303nt4uz/

Giving In Style
2018-10-12
Giving in Style is an annual, community-focused fashion show for charity debuting in the Fall of 2018, and presented by Merit Wealth Management, LLC.
Come enjoy a fun, fashionable evening with local “models” walking the runway for a great cause!
In The Pavilion overlooking the fairways of Tetherow, guests will be treated to a sit-down dinner while local notables strut the runway in couture ranging from contemporary apparel to fitness fashion—Bend style.
The show will be followed by sweet treats and dancing with live music by local favorite, Precious Byrd.
Proceeds to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend (BGCB).

Pumpkin n' Spice Fall Centerpiece Workshop
2018-10-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Bend, Bend, United States
Create your very own pumpkin or winter squash tablescape (centerpiece) with landscape designer, Shannon Lester of Blooming Desert Design + Build. You will use a small pumpkin or squash, High Desert Hardy succulents and naturally dried materials from Shannon’s 1/4 acre flower, hop and vegetable farm. These long lasting decorative pieces can be enjoyed through Thanksgiving. Once the pumpkin or squash is no longer desired, the succulents can be removed and planted into a pot or your garden! Add some spice to the workshop with a warm beverage from J-DUBs full bar! If the weather is good, we will be out on the patio. It’s a great way to celebrate the fall season with friends! Space is limited and reservations are required.
