Bend Magazine

Sit Spot Community Gathering & Meditation: A Mini Forest Bathing Experience
2023-08-10 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tumalo State Park, 64120 O.B. Riley Rd, Bend, 97701
Looking for a mid-week pick me up? Join Mindy Lockhart of Rooted Presence for a short but powerful meditation and nature immersion to help relieve stress and soothe the nervous system.
This experience focuses on coming together and enjoying the peace of the forest. It includes a brief sensory opening meditation, 20 to 30 minutes to enjoy a solo “sit spot” invitation, which is a core forest bathing invitation for reducing stress and reconnecting to nature, and a closing community circle with an opportunity to share what we each noticed in our unique experience.
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.
Learn more at www.rootedpresence.com

Outside Voices Film Festival
2023-08-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 Northeast Lafayette Avenue, bend, 97701
Celebrate diversity in the great outdoors at the Outside Voices Film Festival, hosted by Better Days West and Central Oregon BIPOC. Witness the inspiring art and talent of BIPOC filmmakers and athletes as they showcase the transformative power of adventure, unveiling the wonders of belonging and discovery.
Tickets: $5

Sisters Hometown Hang
2023-08-11 18:00 | Sisters Art Works, 204 W Adams Avenue, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
Join Sisters Folk Festival in celebrating the creative energy of local bands Skillethead, Quattlebaum, Beth Wood &Dennis McGregor, and Skybound Blue. Bring the whole family, sit back, relax and indulge in a selection of food and beverages while enjoying live musical performances.
Free

Sit Spot Community Gathering & Meditation: A Mini Forest Bathing Experience
2023-08-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-08-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Tumalo State Park, 64120 O.B. Riley Rd, Bend, 97701
Looking for a mid-week pick me up? Join Mindy Lockhart of Rooted Presence for a short but powerful meditation and nature immersion to help relieve stress and regulate our nervous system.
This experience focuses on coming together and enjoying the peace of the forest. It includes a brief sensory opening meditation, 20 to 30 minutes to enjoy a solo “sit spot” invitation, which is a core forest bathing invitation for reducing stress and reconnecting to nature, and a closing community circle with an opportunity to share what we each noticed in our unique experience.
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.
Learn more at www.rootedpresence.com

Outdoor Movie Screening
2023-08-18 18:00 - 21:00 | OR
Cozy up under the stars for an outdoor movie screening with Wildland Guiding Company. Enjoy retro vibes with White Wolves, A Cry In The Wild 2, a film made in Central Oregon thirty years ago, along with popcorn and beer. Location details will be sent once guests reserve their spots.
Free

High Street Band at General Duffy’s Waterhole
2023-08-18 19:00 - 22:00 | General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave, Redmond, 97756
General Duffy’s Waterhole is excited to host High Street Band on August 18, 2023 as part of their 2023 Summer Kickin’ Concert Series in Downtown Redmond! Presented by Subaru of Bend. All ages welcome, show starts at 7pm.
Our signature “Party Band” known Nationwide for playing the Hottest Dance Hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and Top 40!
Headlining National Festivals for the PGA Tour and more.. in all 50 States as well as Cruise Lines in the Caribbean! The High Street Party Band is one of the Top Rated Wedding, Corporate Event and Festival Bands on the West Coast!! Dazzling Crowds from New York to Las Vegas…from the Burbank Starlight Bowl to Hawaii, Portland, Seattle, Victoria BC and all places in between. High Street does it ALL!! WEDDINGS…WINERY EVENTS…SUMMER CONCERTS…FUNDRAISING EVENTS… MOTOWN…70’S-80’S-90’S DANCE HITS…TOP 40…JAZZ…R&B…BLUES…FUNK…PARTY ROCK N ROLL

‘90s Dance Party
2023-08-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Waypoint BBC, 921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Celebrate summer and get groovy with a throwback dance party. DJ Freely will curate a nostalgic ‘90s playlist and prizes will be awarded for best dressed and best dance moves.
Free

Forest Bathing
2023-08-20 10:00 - 12:00 | 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.
Learn more at www.rootedpresence.com

Wednesday Cookout
2023-08-23 17:00 - 19:30 | The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse, 13300 US-20, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
Head down to the creek at Suttle Lake Lodge for the weekly Wednesday Cookout and enjoy mouthwatering, Traeger-grilled goods along with refreshing drinks from Bauman’s Cider, the event’s special guest brewery. All are welcome with entry on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tickets $20.

SAA 4th Friday Artwalk in Sisters, OR, All-Day 10am-7pm
2023-08-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
Map, Galleries & More details at
https://www.sistersartsassociation.org/4th-friday-artwalks
@SistersArtsAssociation
Who? You and your friends
What? 4th Friday Artwalk
Where? Sisters Oregon Downtown
When? 4th Fridays, 10AM-7pm
Cost? Complimentary-Free
Visit the Art Galleries of Sisters featuring: A great time, beautiful art, good company, demonstrations, plus additional sponsoring restaurants and food venues for during and following the walk. 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 https://www.sistersartsassociation.org/4th-friday-artwalks?fb
Downtown Sisters Oregon
222 West Hood Avenue
Sisters, OR, 97759
541-719-8581, Sisters Arts Association
events@sistersartsassociation.org
@SistersArtsAssociation #SistersStudioTour #SistersArtwalk.
Nurturing arts & togetherness among artists & all who visit & reside in Sisters, Oregon

Hawaii Wildfires Relief Fundraiser & Beer Release
2023-08-26 16:00 - 20:00 | Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way #185, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Support Hawaii wildfire relief efforts while previewing some new local beers. The fundraiser event features three new brews, an island-inspired pig roast, a raffle and live music. Immersion Brewing will donate a portion of event proceeds to the American Red Cross Hawaii Wildfires Relief Fund.

Madras Marine's Maui Boat Show Benefit
2023-08-27 10:00 - 20:00 | General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave, Redmond, 97756
***All Ages/Free Event/Donations Suggested
Event Details:
Support our ohana and help raise funds/essentials for First Responders and the local community thru Hawaiian Council’s Kākoʻo Maui Fund. We’re loading boats with requested items and donations alongside Hawaiian music, dance, food and crafts.
Your generosity will not only help rebuild but also show the strength of our unity and aloha spirit. 100% of the proceeds will go to Maui relief efforts.
Event Schedule:
10-2pm: Island Style Brunch @ The Annex
12-2pm : Featured Live Performance w/Bill Keale
3-5pm: Hawaiian Music w/Kurt Silva
6pm: Hokule’a Ohana Central Oregon Hawaiian Dancers
Vendors/Crafts:
Lei Making w/Ladybug Florist & Smilin’ Ivy
Silent Auction
Jewelry from Silver Anchor Designs
Maui Strong Stickers: Absolute Designs
Maui Strong Merchandise: Our Personal Touch
Show Lahaina Love w/ First Responder Donations: (Items Needed)
Diapers, Baby Formula, Bottles, Clothing, Shoes, Flip Flops, Bathing Suits, Shorts, Tank Tops, Underwear, Hygiene Items of any kind, Craft Supplies for kids, Sunscreen, Aloe Vera, School Supplies, Flashlights
Camping Supplies
About The Kākoʻo Maui Fund: The Kākoʻo Maui Fund is providing resources that can be deployed quickly and efficiently to Hawaiian communities impacted by the Maui wildfires. The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, Alakaina Foundation Family, and Kako’o Haleakala will match up to $300,000 in donations for Kako’o Maui. Learn more @ https://www.hawaiiancouncil.org
About Bill Keale: From his early introduction into Hawaiian Music, Slack Key Guitar, Pop & Folk, Bill Keale’s smooth vocal style adds a special touch to audiences everywhere. It’s that intangible, acoustic, organic profile as a solo artist that remains evident and pure. His unique guitar styling and vocals is a reflection of his approachable and personable interpretation of Aloha. Link: https://billkeale.com
About Hokule’a Ohana Central Oregon Hawaiian Dancers: Hokule’a Ohana Dancers are based in Redmond, Oregon and specialize in Polynesian dancing.

Tomato Manifesto 2023 Preserving Your Summer Bounty
2023-08-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 Northeast Lafayette Avenue, bend, 97701
Has your garden produced plenty of bounty this year? Join the nonprofit Central Oregon Locavore for an enriching event that dives into the art of storing and enjoying tomatoes year-round. Gain insights, hands-on practice and knowledge about various preservation techniques that maintain nutritional value and adhere to food safety standards. Celebrate tomatoes and bring kids over the age of 10 to capture the sweet flavors of summer!

Spanish Wine Tasting With European Cellars
2023-08-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Experience an exclusive evening with Julie Raynaud of European Cellars as she takes you on a journey through Spain’s renowned wine regions—Catalunya, Valencia, Galicia, Sierra de Gredos, Priorat, and Toro—unveiling six exceptional wines. Engage in insightful conversations and learn about Spanish viticulture from this esteemed import company, renowned for its responsibly cultivated, family-owned properties. Sign up in advance for thistasting event.

Descend on Bend
2023-09-01 08:00 - 2023-09-04 17:00 | Oregon Outback, 43.3937281-121.2112945, OR, United States
Calling all van-lifers! Descend on Bend is an annual four-day event in the Oregon Outback celebrating the mobile lifestyle. This gathering unites more than a thousand like-minded outdoor enthusiasts to foster community through art, live music, makers markets, yoga, educational seminars, kids’ workshops and more.
Passes begin at $169.99

"Gardening in the Mind’s Imagination” digital media by Dorothy Freudenberg
2023-09-01 15:00 - 19:00 | Tumalo Art Co., 450 SW Powerhouse Dr. #407, Bend, 97702
Dorothy Freudenberg’s September exhibit, “Gardening in the Mind’s Imagination”, opening September 1, from 3-7pm during the Old Mill District’s First Friday Gallery Walk, features digital media exploding with color and nuance.
When Dorothy Freudenberg arrived in Bend many years ago, her garden became the focal point of her burgeoning photography experiences. Eventually she expanded the concept interpreting the whole planet as a huge, interconnected garden—one that supports all of life. From using only the camera lens to create images, she moved into exploring digital media which lends itself particularly well to the development of metaphorical creations that have their basis in the real world, but then transcend the literal. On her almost daily early morning walks (often in the Old Mill District, along the river paths) Dorothy photographs nature as it is, creating stunning ethereal images of patterns and textures of flora and fauna often overlooked as mundane. Then, taking bits and pieces from all of these photographs, she creates images digitally that have their basis in the real world, but become pure emotion and imagination.
“While I love to photograph nature as it is, I also cannot limit my imagination to simply accept this as the final means of expression. Nature is the inspiration, the mind is the means to embellish and find sublime pleasure in the imagination’s play.”
Tumalo Art Co. is an artist-run gallery in the heart of the Old Mill District open 7 days a week. tumaloartco.com; 541-385-9144.

ReSellers Row
2023-09-02 15:00 - 21:00 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 Northeast Lafayette Avenue, bend, 97701
Whether you’re gearing up for fresh back-to-school looks or just want some new pieces for the upcoming season, the ReSellers Row is a must-stop for your weekend. Shop sustainably at the 15-plus vintage clothing vendors setting up shop.
Free

Apple Rally and Cider Pressing
2023-09-03 09:00 - 12:00 | OR
Gather your buckets for a delightful morning spent picking apples and pressing cider at a local apple orchard. Central Oregon Locavore aims to foster connections with the farmers and community with its Edible Adventure School.
Tickets start at $5 | Location is given upon registration.

Ladies Open Decks
2023-09-08 18:00 - 23:30 | Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way #185, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
It’s ladies’ night at Immersion Brewing! Sip, dance and lounge while a lineup of eight talented female DJs spin tracks all night long.

Stars Over Newberry
2023-09-08 18:30 - 21:30 | OR
Join us for an evening of bliss at the top of Lava Butte on Friday, September 8, 2023. Attendees can listen to live music by Blackstrap Bluegrass, eat and drink through a showcase of the Pacific Northwest’s edible highlights, enjoy a guided night sky tour by Worthy Environmental and Dark Sky Oregon, and help raise money for an incredible cause. The annual Stars Over Newberry event is back and better than ever. This year’s ticket includes everything you’ll need for the evening; a seated dinner by Bowtie Catering, drinks by Worthy Brewing and Lava Terrace Cellars, and dessert. The silent auction includes getaways, excursions, staycations, prints from some of Bend’s best photographers, and more! Get thousands of local kids outdoors and give back to your Public Lands while enjoying a star-studded night out.

Latino Fest 2023
2023-09-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Sahalee Park, 1 SE Seventh St., Madras
Celebrate Latin American cultures at Latino Fest 2023 with live entertainment, community booths, cultural displays, delectable food options and fun activities for kids. Don’t forget to catch the new addition this year–a pre-festival parade starting at Madras High School.
Free

Central Oregon Maker Faire
2023-09-09 10:00 - 20:00 | Deschutes Brewery, 901 SW Simpson Ave, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Central Oregon Maker Faire is the ultimate showcase of creativity and innovation, where a diverse community of makers, from engineers and artists, scientists and crafters, come together to share their projects and passions. Join the family-friendly fun and meet local creatives!
Tickets start at $5

Central Oregon Maker Faire
2023-09-09 10:00 - 2023-09-10 16:00 | Deschutes Brewery, 901 SW Simpson Ave, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
What is Maker Faire?
Maker Faire is the Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth—a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker Movement. It’s a place for people to show what they are making and what they are learning. The aim of Maker Faire is to entertain, inform, connect, and grow this community.
Maker Faire is not a trade show, but rather a space for people to share ideas and projects with the aim creating authentic, satisfying interactions. It celebrates the fun and freedom of being an amateur while creating a stimulating environment out of which new ideas emerge.
Saturday, September 09, 2023 , 10:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, September 10, 2023, 10:00am-4:00pm

Sawmill Demonstration
2023-09-09 12:30 - 15:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
See history in action at the High Desert Museum. Witness a 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action and learn how lumber was processed in Central Oregon at the turn of the century.
Free with the price of admission.

Forest Bathing: International Forest Bathing Day
2023-09-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Shevlin Park, 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd, Bend, 97701
International Forest Bathing Day is where we collectively experience the medicine of the forest, with guided forest bathing walks happening all over the globe.
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 (leave your swimsuit at home…no literal bathing required!). It is a practice of spending time in natural 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.
Please visit www.rootedpresence.com to learn more.

27th Street Brass Quintet
2023-09-09 14:00 - 15:00 | High Desert Music Hall, 818 sw forest ave, Redmond, 97756
Enjoy an hour of free music courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony and its Music in Public Places Library series. This volunteer-based program has been a part of the local arts scene since 1967, bringing beautiful music to the community free of charge.
Free

Heroes On The Run 5k
2023-09-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Athletic Club of Bend, 61615 Athletic Club Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Support Street Dog Hero’s mission to save abandoned dogs worldwide through transportation, medical care and adoption at its fourth annual Heroes On The Run event. Bring the family for a dog-friendly day of fun, including a 5K race, adoptable dogs, raffles, live music and more.
Race Admissions: $45

Central Oregon Maker Faire
2023-09-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Deschutes Brewery, 901 SW Simpson Ave, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Central Oregon Maker Faire is the ultimate showcase of creativity and innovation, where a diverse community of makers, from engineers and artists, scientists and crafters, come together to share their projects and passions. Join the family-friendly fun and meet local creatives!
Tickets start at $5.

IN A LANDSCAPE: Fort Rock State Park
2023-09-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Fort Rock State Park, Co Road 5-11A, Fort Rock, OR, 97735, United States
Hunter Noack’s IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™

2:00 PM: Fort Rock Museum opens (a ticket to the museum is included with your ticket purchase)

4:00 PM: Piano Concert begins

6:00 PM: Pie Social and Dance at Fort Rock Grange featuring live music by Wampus Cat
COST: $40
Get your ticket here.
Towering above the sagebrush desert, the Fort Rock caldera was once a volcano that erupted under an inland sea. Waves lapping against the rock created caves that housed a shoe ‘factory’ where anthropologist Luther Cressman discovered an ancient collection of sandals in 1938. Their ages range from about 10,400 to 9,100 years old, making Fort Rock sandals the oldest directly-dated footwear in the world.
For the concert, be prepared to hike up rocky terrain with your chairs, picnic, and water to the site, where you will sit amidst sage brush and desert grasses, and be surrounded by towering basalt cliffs. This area can be hot and dusty so please come prepared to be in the high desert’s intense sunshine.
Your ticket purchase includes admission to the Museum, the concert, and the Pie Social and Dance.

About In A Landscape
Founded in 2016 by classical pianist Hunter Noack, IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall. A 9-foot Steinway grand piano travels on a flatbed trailer to State and National Parks, urban greenspaces, working ranches, farms, and historical sites for classical music concerts that connect people with each landscape.
To meet the acoustical challenges of performing in the wild, music is transmitted to concert-goers via wireless headphones. No longer confined to seats, audiences explore the landscape, wander through secret glens, lie in sunny meadows, and roam old growth forests.
