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THURSDAY 12/16 THURSDAY 12/16

Courtesy Lucas Benoit

LUCAS BENOIT FIRESIDE SHOW AT THE SUTTLE LODGE

GOOD OLE’ COZY TUNES

With a crooked smile and an old wooden guitar, this honest voice is a window to the world. Proof of vaccination and picture ID required at the door. Thu., Dec. 16, 5:30-8pm. The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse, 13300 Hwy 20., Sisters. $20.

THURSDAY 12/16

Courtesy Olivia Harms

OLIVIA HARMS

TRADITIONAL COUNTRY MUSIC

Enjoy classic country songwriting that’s guaranteed to bring honky tonks back into popularity. Thu., Dec. 16, 6-8pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Free.

FRIDAY 12/17

UNDER THE MISTLETOE WITH BEND BURLESQUE

HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrate the holidays burlesque style! Dress to impress and grab a seasonal cocktail at this 21 + live entertainment event. Fri., Dec. 17, 8-11pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave., Bend. $20-$30.

FRIDAY 12/17

RUBBAH TREE

REGGAE PNW STYLE

Local six-piece reggae rock band has goals of spreading a positive message via their irie rhythm and heavy influence from the Pacific Northwest region. Fri., Dec. 17, 6pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Free.

FRIDAY 12/17

Courtesy Valerie Tosi

COMEDY & A CAUSE PRESENTS: VALERIE TOSI

A NIGHT OF COMEDY

Host of the Hollywood Improv show The Mermaid Comedy Hour, Valerie Tosi plans to bring the laughs to Bend. JoAnn Schinderle will also be featured at this laugh-a-thon. Thu., Dec. 16, 8-10pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $20.

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HOLIDAY WINE DINNER

SEASONAL COOKING CLASS

Celebrate the upcoming holidays with a hands-on class that features how to make three courses of a seasonal meal. Each course prepared will be paired with wine. Fri., Dec. 17, 5:30-9pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Dr, Bend. $95.

SATURDAY

12/18 TOM GRANT PIANO BENEFIT FOR DAVE FINCH’S CANCER RECOVERY

RAISING MONEY FOR CANCER RECOVERY

Help support Dave Finch’s cancer recovery expenses at this solo piano benefit hosted by Tom Grant. The event will be available both in-person and via live stream. Sat., Dec. 18, 8-9:30pm. Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Dr., Bend. $20-$25.

SUNDAY 12/19

Courtesy BBA

BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA CHRISTMAS SHOW

ROOF-RAISING CHRISTMAS CLASSICS

After 80 years of performing, this blind, Grammy-winning group still manages to evoke the true spirit of the Christmas season with their pure joy and great voices. Sun., Dec. 19, 7:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St. Bend. $40-$60.

TUESDAY 12/21

LONGEST NIGHT MEMORIAL

HONORING LOST COMMUNITY MEMBERS

A vigil is being held in honor of those community members lost this year in Central Oregon while experiencing homelessness. All are invited to this outdoor observance. Tue., Dec. 21, 4:30-6pm. Pioneer Park, 1565 NW Wall St. Bend. Free.

TUESDAY

12/21 HOLIDAY TRIVIA THROW DOWN

CHRISTMAS -THEMED TRIVIA NIGHT

All things holiday will be covered at this specially themed occasion. The game is free to play and there are prizes to win! Also, ugly Christmas sweaters are highly encouraged. Tue., Dec. 21, 6-8pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, Free.