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Roping on the ranch with Antonio Huerta at the High Desert Museum.
Saturdays & Sundays Kids Open Play
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PLAY – Kids Ninja Warrior gym is a wonderful space for kids to stay active and have fun! Both Toddler Open Play and Kids Open Play are available. This clean, fully padded space is full of fun-filled movement. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play $15 1-day pass $130 10-day pass. freespiritbend.com
Tuesdays Backpack Explorers
EXPLORE – Come on an adventure! Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers learn science, art, music and more together with an assortment of hands-on activities. Borrow a backpack filled with exciting objects to aid in exploring the museum’s nature trails and exhibits. New themes are added each week for exploration! High Desert Museum | $15 highdesertmuseum.org/ backpack-explorers
Photo by Sarah Peery Photo by High Desert Museum
Fridays Amelia’s World Puppet Show
PLAY – 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
February 26 Youth Cooking Class-Strudel
CREATE – Learn how to create a simple and amazing dish known as strudel! Parents and children ages 7-17 are invited to this hands-on class where you’ll handstretch strudel dough from scratch and bake up a variety of different flavors. Saturday, 5:30-9pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen | $50 kindredcreativekitchen.com
February 26 Hoodoo’s Winter Carnival
PLAY – The Winter Carnival has been a Hoodoo tradition for more than 40 years and is still going strong. Bring your friends and family to the premiere event of the season that boasts ax throwing, frisbee golf, musical chairs and other carnival fun! A professional fireworks show is also scheduled for the event. Hoodoo Ski Area | Free skihoodoo.com
February 26 OBOB Book Chatter
LISTEN – Join the fun with trivia, book chatter and craft instructions related to Catherine Doyle’s “The Storm Keeper’s Island,” which is one of the Oregon Battle of the Books titles for the 3rd to 5th grade division this year. Virtual event, Saturday, 10am. Online | Free deschuteslibrary.org
February 26 The Green Tire Giveaway
EXPLORE – Here’s your chance to win a full set of Nokian tires at the Mt. Bachelor virtual scavenger hunt! To start finding clues Saturday morning at 9am, follow @mtbachelor on Instagram and keep up with their stories for clues to look out for while riding your favorite runs and seeking the hidden green tire. Only one lucky hunter will win the full set as a prize! Sat., Feb. 26, 9am Mt. Bachelor | free (prices vary for lift tickets) mtbachelor.com
Mini Ninja Warrior time at Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play.
February 26 – February 27 MountainFilm on Tour – Bend – Virtual Event
WATCH – Get ready for an incredible round of documentary films perfect for Central Oregonian families! This hybrid film event will feature stories of adventure, climate change, culture and more. This special event is a fundraiser for The Environmental Center. Tune in any time during the threeday window. Tower Theatre/Online | $10- $50 envirocenter.org
February 27 Know Comics – Film Screening: “Black Panther”
WATCH – Check out this free screening of Marvel Studios “Black Panther” at the Downtown Bend Public Library. After the film, take part in a discussion relating to the superhero who defends Wakanda, an advanced civilization hidden away from the world somewhere in Africa. Downtown Bend Public Library | Free deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/ event/64605
February 28 - March 1 & 28 - 29 BPRD Kids' Woodworking
LEARN – Kids ages 11 and up will learn tons of great skills during this problem-solving and mathematics-focused course. Curious youngsters will learn skills like measuring, cutting with a saw and building their own personal project. All materials for building and constructing will be provided for participants. DIYcave | $149-$178.80 diycave.com
March 5 Mad Science Family Program
LEARN – Unleash your inner mad scientist and take part in tons of colorful, fun and messy experiments with the entire family! Some experiments taking place include foamy volcanoes, rainbow rain, ghost bubbles and much more. All ages welcome; requires at least one adult present for each group. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory | $10-$12 snco.org
March 6 Author! Author! Event: Neil Gaiman
READ – Watch Neil Gaiman author of several novels and comic books such as “Coraline,” at this online author event hosted by the Deschutes Public Library. Gaiman holds numerous awards, as well as the Newberry and Carnegie medals, for his published works. Log in to get to know an awesome author! Visit dplfoundation.org for more information. Sunday, time TBA. Online | $35 dplfoundation.org March 6 Bolshoi Ballet: Swan Lake
WATCH – Come enjoy one of ballet’s most beloved productions that embodies dramatic tension and heart-stopping beauty. Prima ballerina Olga Smirnova will lead the cast as the black and white swan in this modern-day ballet masterpiece. Regal Old Mill Cinema | $20 regmovies.com
March 10 Recycled Percussion
LISTEN – After being voted National Act of the Year six times, this smash-hit performing group is taking a pit stop here in Bend! Don’t miss this Las Vegas headlining group that first appeared and awed the country on “America’s Got Talent!” Tower Theatre | $30-$50 towertheatre.org
March 11 Art Play Group
PLAY – Parents, grandparents and family get to connect with their child at the Art Station during this session! Each session will have a different activity that are based on developing creative thinking, sparking curiosity and inspiring independence and experimentation. Art Station | $19-$22.80 bendparksandrec.org
March 12 Grab and Go Kits: Paper Bag Tree Sculpture
LEARN – Come grab a kit that instructs 6-11-year-olds how to create a tree sculpture with only a paper bag. Celebrate spring with an awesome art piece; that creatively rings in the season. Crafting tools and kits are available while supplies last. Deschutes Public Library | Free deschuteslibrary.org
March 12 Hoodoo’s Viking Fest
EXPLORE – Get ready for a fun-filled day of lessons, stories and cool teachings about Nordic culture that’s perfect for the entire family. Other activities included are Viking sword decorating, arrow shooting and ax throwing! Snag your free-heel skis and prepare for an awesome day of history and fun. Saturday, 9am-9pm. Hoodoo | Free skihoodoo.com
March 12 Lucky Leprechaun 5k/10k Run & Walk
MOVE – Grab all your green gear and hop, skip, run or walk this chip-timed event. Live music will also be featured at this familyfriendly event. Sisters Depot | $35-$45 runsistersrun.com
March 12 Puppetry Performance Workshop
LEARN – Learn to build puppets and perform with your creation. This puppet workshop will teach the basics of building a simple puppet from around-the-home materials. After creating your character you will learn how to perform and bring to life your puppet. 1-4pm Art Station | $65-78 bendparksandrec.org
March 16 Kids Welding
LEARN – In this hands-on class, kids will cut steel with a torch and weld those pieces back together. They’ll learn some amazing skills and take their creations home with them. Take advantage of this powerful experience focused toward children. All skill levels are welcomed, and all materials are included with the class. DIYCave | $79-$94.80 diycave.com
Don’t miss this virtual OBOB Book Chatter, featuring "The Storm Keeper’s Island," at the Deschutes Public Library.
Sky Hunters is an unforgettable experience at the High Desert Museum.
March 22 Sheet Metal Art Class
LEARN – Come learn how to use a torch to cut creative forms from sheet metal. Plus, learn to hammer the artwork into shape and braze on a hook for display use. This exciting class provides a great introduction to the world of metal art and sculpture. DIYCave | $79-$94.80 diycave.com
March 23 – March 30 Sky Hunters
LEARN – Experience raptors taking flight overhead in this intimate demonstration. Here’s a chance to witness these powerful predators like never before as wildlife specialists showcase the birds’ agility and grace. 11am1:30pm. High Desert Museum | $5 highdesertmuseum.org/sky-hunters
March 24 – March 26 High Desert Stampede Rodeo
WATCH – Bring the whole family to this fast-paced and entertaining event. Cheer on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association as performers take on steer wrestling, barrel racing and more! Deschutes County Expo Center | $20-$30 highdesertstampede.com
March 26 Hoodoo’s Rodeo Daze
PARTY – Celebrate the rodeo being in town up at Hoodoo! Enjoy a chili cook-off and free mechanical bull rides in the lodge. Western attire is encouraged, so bust out those boots and 10-gallon hats in celebration of the West. Hoodoo Ski Area | Free skihoodoo.com
March 30 Nature Nights: American Pikas and Climate Change
LEARN – Tune in and learn about the fuzzy little creatures known as the American Pika with Dr. Matt Shinderman and the Deschutes Land Trust on Zoom. This virtual event will feature discussions related to these intriguing animals. Space is limited and registration for the event is required. 7-8:30pm. Online | Free deschuteslandtrust.org
April 9 Hoodoo’s Spring Fling
PARTY – Say bye to winter and hello to spring with a late-season sun celebration. Spend the day soaking in the rays while also participating in a costume contest and the Pond Skimming Battle Royale. 9am-9pm. Hoodoo | Free skihoodoo.com
April 13 – April 15 No School Days Camp: Spy School
EXPLORE – Experience a fun and exciting mystery filled with secret clues, escape rooms and more! Also, little spies can take part in a scavenger hunt and make their own spy crafts. Camp Fire Central Oregon | $62 campfireco.org
Photo by High Desert Museum
April 16 Roping on the Ranch with Antonio Huerta
LEARN – Come meet a real-deal charro who embodies Mexican traditions that go back more than 500 years! Antonio Huerta will perform roping techniques and share the rich heritage of Mexican people with museum visitors. The event takes place at the 1904 Miller Family Ranch. High Desert Museum | Free with museum admission highdesertmuseum.org
April 16 Kid's Adventure Days
PLAY - Come join for exciting activities in and around Bend. Activities may include sledding, adapted biking, arts & crafts, accessible hikes and games. This program is available to kids with disabilities and their siblings or friends! 9:30am -1pm, Harmon Park | $45-$54 bendparksandrec.org
April 23 Little Fry Run
MOVE – Help your little fry hatch into a runner—enter them into the Little Fry Run, a part of the Pacific Source Kids Rock the Races series! The Little Fry Run is a non-competitive, healthy event for kids ages 3-10. Everyone receives a finisher’s ribbon for participating. Salmon Run | $7 bendraces.com/salmon-run/register/
Spring Break CAMPS
March 21 – March 25 Art-Rageous Camp
PLAY – Discover your creative side and dabble in lots of different art supplies like painting, pastels, clay and more! The possibilities are endless, so check out this creative studio and start on the world’s next big masterpiece. 9am-4pm. Art Station | $130-$156 bendparksandrec.org
March 21 - March 25 No School Days Camp: Pack Your Passport
EXPLORE – Send your child to Camp Fire for a week filled with travels across the globe! Each day, kids will learn about different cultures from around the world and they’ll even get a passport to stamp each country they visit. To register, visit campfireco.org. Camp Fire Central Oregon | $62 campfireco.org
March 21 – March 25 KPOV Radio Camp
LEARN - KPOV will teach you how to be a DJ, interview a friend, tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. The show produced will be broadcast on 88.9 fm, and you'll get a copy to take home! 9am-Noon KPOV | $105-$126 bendparksandrec.org
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Bend – La Pine’s ONLY tuition-free Montessori Elementary Charter School Lottery places open now for K – 6th grade.
Desert Sky Montessori is a Bend – La Pine School District Charter School choice option for children entering kindergarten through 6th grade. This year families can apply to as many choice options that they choose including all district charter and magnet schools. Desert Sky’s lottery is open from January 3rd to March 18th but we accept applications for our waitlist ALL YEAR! Applications received after March 18th will be added to the waitlist in the order they are received.
Join us for our informational open house and school tour March 1 6pm – 7pm at 150 NE Bend River Mall Dr #260 March 3 6pm – 7pm VIRTUAL ON ZOOM https://signup.com/go/TMrwwjW
BIG NEWS FOR DESERT SKY! We are moving to a new location with 5 acres in Northwest Bend for the 2022 - 2023 school year.
