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A true family holiday tradition—the Bend Christmas Parade, December 4.
Mondays, Thursday-Sundays Toddler Open Play
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PLAY – A wonderful way for kids to stay active and have fun! There are options for both little ones and older kids to enjoy a clean, bright and fully padded space. Add some fun-filled movement to the week! Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play | $12-$105 Freespiritbend.com/open-play
Tuesdays Backpack Explorers
EXPLORE – Investigate science, art, stories and culture in a fun, hands-on manner. Don backpacks filled with exciting objects while journeying through the Museum’s nature trails and exhibits. New themes weekly! 10-11am. High Desert Museum | $15 highdesertmuseum.org/backpackexplorers
Tuesdays Twinkle Toes Tap
MOVE – This beginner class gets kids tapping their toes and learning the basic steps of tap. Class is designed for the beginner tap dancer with little or no experience. 3:45-4:20pm. Academie de Ballet Classique | $61 Abcbend.com
Tuesdays Online Story Time
READ – Join community librarians for songs, rhymes, stories and fun! Experts agree that talking, singing, reading, writing and playing with your young child will prepare them for learning how to read, and will teach them the six skills needed to read. 10am. Deschutes Public Libraries | Free deschuteslibrary.org/calendar
Mondays-Thursdays FIRST LEGO League Robotics Team
LEARN – Join Camp Fire’s Lego Robotics Team that hosts teams for fourth through seventh grade! The teams also include a Spanish-speaking group. Learn how to build and code with Lego Robots and be a part of this season’s FIRST LEGO League Tournaments! 4-6pm or 5-7pm, through Dec. 2. Samara Learning Center | $125 campfireco.org/tech
Fridays Amelia’s World Puppet Show
PLAY-TIME – Join Amelia Airheart Monkey and Miss Hannah for a fun and uplifting interactive Zoom puppet show! All ages welcome, those three and under should be accompanied by a sibling or parent/caregiver to assist with interaction. Message ACORN School of Art & Nature on Facebook to request the Zoom link. 4-4:15pm. Online | Free Facebook.com/acornartandnature
Saturdays Fantasy Ballet
MOVE – This fantasy-themed ballet class is designed to cultivate your child's creativity, individuality and artistry while discovering ballet terminology and culture of discipline. 11-11:45am. Academie de Ballet Classique | $61 Abcbend.com
November 13-14 Old Fashion Christmas
ARTS & CRAFTS – A nostalgic celebration of the holidays with a variety of arts, crafts, antiques, food and Santa Claus! 9am-5pm. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center | Free expo.deschutes.org/events/2021/oldfashion-Christmas
November 13 & December 11 Kid’s Adventure Days
EXPLORE – Summer might be over, but the adventures are not! Join in for a morning full of adventure exploring all that Central Oregon has to offer. 9:30am-1pm. Harmon Park | $40-$48 Register.bendparksandrec.org
EXPLORE – A two-day workshop for kids to spread the creative wings and tackle technical design challenges. The focus of this workshop will be on design, measurement, and layout techniques. Kids eventually get the chance to gain experience with power tools such as the miter saw, drill press, palm and drum sanders, router and various hand tools. All materials included. 5pm-7pm. DIY Cave | $149-$178 Register.bendparksandrec.org
November 17 Online Only: OBOB Book Club
LEARN – Join a live group discussion of “Clean Getaway” by Nic Stone with other readers. Get excited for one of Oregon's Battle of the Books titles for the 20212022 school year! 3:30-4:20pm. Online | Free deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/63506
November 19-21 Redmond Holiday Food & Gift Festival
HOLIDAY – Support local makers and businesses at this annual shopping event! A one-stop holiday experience for shopping, food and Santa Claus! Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center| $6 hfgf.com
November 22-24 Fall Kids Camp – Forces of Nature
LEARN – Investigate the forces of nature and explore the world’s most extreme weather phenomena! Each day we will design an experiment to test these destructive forces and examine how they shape life on Earth. 3-5:15pm. High Desert Museum | $45 highdesertmuseum.org/calendar
November 24 School’s OUT Wild Tribe
EXPLORE – Join longtime outdoor educator, Sheris (Snowgoose) Patten, on a nature-filled day out of school. Participants will work on shelter-building, knife work, navigation, foraging, tracking, wildlife, crafting and more. All courses are outside, so please dress accordingly. 9am-3pm. Shevlin Aspen Meadow | $77-$92 Register.bendparksandrec.org
November 26-27 & December 4 & 11 Redmond’s European Style Outdoor Market
HOLIDAY – Styled after the markets in Europe, the little cozy kiosks that fill Downtown Redmond are a sure sign of the Holiday season. Bring the whole family down for shopping, Santa and more! 11am-5pm. Centennial Park | Free visitredmondoregon.com/events/ holiday-village-market
November 26 - December 18 Redmond Northern Lights
HOLIDAY – Catch a familyfriendly and seasonal light show in Redmond. Drive by or stick around for the short and upbeat holiday show! Friday and Saturday nights at dusk. TBD | Free Visitredmondoregon.com/events
Holiday Lights at Deschutes County Fair.
November 27 I Like Pie Run
RUN – This classic Thanksgiving morning 5K run is back in-person this year at the Old Mill District. Bring the whole family and raise funds for the Boys and Girls Club and NeighborImpact. Register online. Old Mill District | TBD cascaderelays.com/events/i-like-pie/
December 3 First Friday Art Walk
ART – View sensational local and national art at dozens of businesses downtown on the first Friday of every month for First Friday Art Walk! Stroll through the streets of downtown Bend and the Old Mill District and take in art exhibit openings, artist talks, live music, wine, food and more! Shops are matched with artists and stay open later than usual. 5-9pm. Downtown Bend & The Old Mill District | Free Visitbend.com/festivals-events/firstfriday-art-walk
December 3-19 Miracle on 34th Street
HOLIDAY – Watch the classic holiday tale come to life this season! “Miracle on 34th Street” is a warm-hearted reminder of what the holiday season should be about. Downtown Bend | Free Bendchristmasparade.org
December 4-5 Holiday Makers Market at Schilling’s Garden Market
MARKET – Join us for our second Maker's Market! Up to 30 local artisan vendors, plus food and drinks! Schilling's will have fresh garlands, wreaths and live trees for sale. It will be a very special time at your favorite Central Oregon plant nursery and garden! 10am - 4pm Schilling’s Garden Market | Free facebook.com/events/schillingsgarden-market
December 5 Family Yoga Holiday Event
PLAY – Moms, dads, grandparents and other caregivers, partner up with your yogis to practice yoga and mindfulness together! This special class will help adults and children with flexibility and strength, while putting some Zen back into your family’s hectic schedule before the holidays. 9:30-10:30am Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play | $10-$25 Freespiritbend.com/events
December 5 Holiday Cookies
LEARN – Spend the day with your loved ones learning to create and decorate deliciously festive holiday cookies! Kara’s Kitchenware | $79-$99 karaskitchenware.com/events
December 5 Jake Shimabukuro “Christmas in Hawaii”
HOLIDAY – Whether one on one or in front of an audience of thousands, Jake shares a deep emotional connection with the listener that is open, magical and transcendent. Jake’s genuine love for people, the spirit of holidays and his beloved home of Hawaii are at the forefront of this live show. It will be a warm welcome of merriment and wonder for the season. 7:30pm. Tower Theatre | $40-$60 towertheatre.org/tickets-and-events
December 6 Patrick Lamb’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
HOLIDAY – Saxophonist and producer Patrick Lamb brings Christmas to life through the legendary music of this holiday favorite. 7:30pm. Tower Theatre | $30-$55 towertheatre.org/tickets-and-events
December 7 “Rock The Holidays” With Aaron Meyer
HOLIDAY – Concert rock violinist Aaron Meyer combines popular holiday songs with familiar classical pieces and – exclusively for Tower audiences – adds the excitement of a nine-piece rock band plus special guests Portland gospel quartet The Brown Sisters. 7:30pm. Tower Theatre | $30-$50 towertheatre.org/tickets-and-events
Cascades Theatrical Company | $25-$27 Cascadestheatrical.org/miracle-on34th-street
December 4 Bend Christmas Parade
HOLIDAY – The 2021 theme for this year’s parade is “Christmas: Better Together.” Join the community and holiday spirit at this annual favorite. Enjoy holidaythemed floats and Santa’s sleigh as they make their way through downtown! Parade starts at noon.
December 7-16 Ease Into Watercolor Painting
ARTS & CRAFTS – This class is for anyone new to painting or anyone wanting to paint more independently. Begin with the basics, creating fun images as well as representational paintings while practicing wash techniques, texture methods and design principles. 1-3pm. Art Station | $135-$162 Register.bendparksandrec.org
December 8 Your Next Book Kids Edition
LEARN – Tune in each month to find great new kids’ books, suggested by DPL Librarians. Age ranges of books may vary. 10am. Online | Free deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/ event/63502
December 8 Todd Haaby “Nueva Navidad”
HOLIDAY – Central Oregon’s own Todd Haaby and his full six-piece group of world-class musicians are joining the month-long celebration of the holiday season. Fresh faces and fresh music join crowd-pleasing fiery Latin/Flamenco guitar numbers from Haaby’s best-selling and regularly downloaded albums. 7:30pm. Tower Theatre | $30-$50 towertheatre.org/tickets-and-events
December 12 Jingle Bell Run
HOLIDAY – The Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure America’s #1 cause of disability. Featuring three easy distances to choose from and a costume contest for pups and people! 9am. The Commons | $15-$30 business.bendchamber.org/events/ details
Put a little zen in your life with Family Yoga at Free Spirit Bend.
December 27 COBO Basketball Skill Days
PLAY – Geared toward elementary-age kids looking to work on passing, dribbling, shooting and defensive skills. Includes fun drills and lots of games. Pilot Butte Middle School | $30-$36 Register.bendparksandrec.org
November 21 - January 1 Holiday Lights Deschutes County Fair
HOLIDAY - A unique walk-through Holiday light show with over three million dazzling lights! Walk through the different light displays and end at Santa's Village. 4-10pm. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center | $18-$60 holidaylightsdcf.com
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