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WEDNESDAY

4/7 POETRY TOGETHER: WITH OREGON POET LAURATE, ANIS MOJGANI

A CONVERSATION & READING

Settle in for a virtual evening with poetry, conversation and more with Oregon Poet Laureate, Anis Mojgani. Mojgani is the author of five books of poetry and is a two-time National Poetry Slam champion. Wed., April 7, 6:30-8pm. cocc.edu/departments/ library/about/events/poetry-month/2021. Free.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT RURAL FOOD SECURITY

WITH JILLIAN HISHAW

Jillian Hishaw takes the virtual stage to chat about the work she’s doing to reduce food insecurity in farming communities. She will also bring inspiration for how all of us can support our ranches, farms and neighbors in our local community. Thu., April 8, 6-7pm. eventbrite.com/e/ lets-talk-about-food-security-with-jillian-hishaw-tickets-145355348761. Free, donations encouraged.

THURSDAY

4/8 ZOOM AUTHOR EVENT: BELOVED BEASTS BY MICHELLE NIJHUIS

A HISTORY OF THE MODERN CONSERVATION MOVEMENT

As humans realized their Submitted actions were resulting in mass extinctions of species, a movement was born to protect and save those parts of the wild. Science journalist Michelle Nijhuis explores the history of the movement and early battles to save species. Thu., April 8, 6-7pm. roundaboutbookshop.com/event/zoom-author-event-belovedbeasts-michelle-nijhuis. Free.

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RETRO JAPANESE MONSTER MOVIES

THE FIRST SCREENING OF THE SERIES

Get your tickets early for this season of outdoor films from Tin Pan, following the theme of city-destroying, crowd-pleasing retro monsters. Each week will be a surprise pick honoring the cinema of Japan while you enjoy these beloved retro classics of the genre. Thu., April 8, 7pm. Tin Pan Alley, between Thump and the Wine Shop. $30.

THURSDAY 4/8

NOW & THEN

AT RIVER’S PLACE

Head on down to River’s Place patio for six decades of covers and hits from Derek Michael Marc and Michael Shane. Thu., April 8, 6-8pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. No cover.

FRIDAY

4/9 KYLA SPARROW & JASON CHINCHEN

HIGH DESERT NIGHTS AT BUNK + BREW

Get cozy on the outdoor patio with live music, fire pits and plenty of good brews. Expect upbeat originals and classic covers from this dynamic duo of local artists. Fri., April 9, 6pm. Bunk + Brew Historic Lucas House, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend. No cover.

SATURDAY 4/10

SPRING SESSIONS: MARK RANSOM & PAT PEARSALL

IN-PERSON OR LIVESTREAMED

Join the Worthy crew and two local artists for a weekend evening of mellow tunes and community. Mark Ransom is a guitarist, songwriter and the founder and creative director of the Bend Roots Revival. Sat., April 10, 6-8pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. No cover.

SATURDAY 4/10

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COUNTRYFIED LIVE WITH SHANNON BEX

LIVE MUSIC IN REDMOND

Get dancing down at General Duffy’s this weekend with a Countryfied and Shannon Bex mash up. Unique country swing tunes with Shannon’s R&B twist. Sat., April 10, 6:30pm. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. $15.

TUESDAY 4/13

AN EVENING WITH PETE KARTSOUNES

AT THE BROWN OWL

Pete is an award-winning singer-songwriter who has been bringing his talent and passion to stages all over the world. Join in for an evening with Pete and his guitar. Tue., April 13, 6pm. The Brown Owl, 550 SW Industrial Way, St. 120., Bend. No cover.

WEDNESDAY 4/14

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BRING BACK THE POLLINATORS

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP SUPPORT BEES

Debbie Schlenoff of the Lane County Audubon Society and Aimee Code of the Xerces Society discuss the unique needs of bee species that inhabit Oregon and go in to detail about the alarming decline in bee species. You’ll learn about everything from pollinator-friendly gardening to community science, and much more. Wed., April 14, 4pm. zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_p_JblpbESL2J9JclHScWqg?e. Free.

And The Award Goes To…

Two nights of Oscar’s Favorites! Locals Perform Award-winning hits April 9 & 10