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Weekly Wed. Práctica at the Sons of Norway. Come to practice, come to dance, come to enjoy the evening! Mostly traditional Argentine tangos; DJ and music varies weekly. Wed., 6:30-7:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. $5-$10. Ballroom Beginner ChaCha Learn the ba-

sics of Chachacha Wed. evenings. The class progresses weekly with more combinations. Partner not required, although encouraged. If you haven’t taken a dance class, or need a refresher, this class is for you!! Contact Valerie for more details. Wed., 6-7pm. Through June 30. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-602-6168. valdances@hotmail.com. $10.

Beginning West Coast Swing Class!

West Coast Swing is not yo’ Gramma’s Swing: This is crazy-sexy-cool dancing with a partner to hip-hop or smokin’ blues, so grab a partner and come learn some smoothness on the dance floor. Four week series starts June 1, $40/person, every Wed., 8:30pm. Register in advance w/ Victoria 541-410-0048. Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30pm. Through June 29. Seven Nightclub, 1033 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-410-0048. salsavictoria@yahoo.com. Born to Dance: Three-Year-Olds This

class uses the Leap’NLearn ® program to follow natural childhood development. Mon., 5:055:35pm. Through June 20. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4055. dance@abcbend.com. $48. Discover Ballet A great introduction to the world of dance for children 8 to 11 years looking to get a start in ballet! No previous experience needed for this class! Fri., 5:30-6:30pm. Through June 24. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4055. dance@abcbend.com. $71.

Fantasy Ballet: An Imaginative Ballet

Class for 5-Year-Olds! This fantasy-themed

ballet class is designed to cultivate your child’s creativity, individuality and artistry while discovering ballet terminology and culture of discipline. Email dance@abcbend.com. Sat., 11-11:45am. Through June 18. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-3824055. dance@abcbend.com. $61. LGBTQ Beginning Salsa! Bring your sexy,

sassy self or your 2 Left Feet & let’s Salsa! No rhythm or partner required. Sign up as lead or follow. There may be Tequila involved. Four-week series $40, starts June 2. Register in advance w/ Victoria. First Thu. of every month, 6-7pm. Through June 30. Bend Dance, SW Porcupine Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-410-0048. salsavictoria@ yahoo.com. Line and Swing Dancing Lessons Line

and Swing dance lessons every Thu. night at The Cross-Eyed Cricket! Thu., 7-9pm. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Free. Movement as Therapy Come move with

Clara Liberov as she takes participants on a journey of discovery through movement. Everyone is a dancer as she likes to say! June 1, 5:30-7pm. The Peoples Apothecary, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@ thepeoplesapothecary.net. $20. Sexy Beginning Salsa Class Salsa, baby!

You don’t have to know anything and you don’t have to be good! Victoria teaches total basics for the absolute newbie & adds some cool stuff if you’ve done it before. Four-week series starts June 1, $40/person, Register in advance w/ Victoria 541-410-0048. First Wednesday of every month, 7-8pm. Through June 29. Seven Nightclub, 1033 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-4100048. salsavictoria@yahoo.com. $40. Silver Swans Ballet Silver Swans is an open-level class for all adults 35+. Muscles get a thorough warm-up to build strength and flexibility using ballet form and technique. $71 monthly/ $21 drop-in. Fri., 8:45-9:45am. Through June 24. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4055. dance@abcbend.com. $71. Twinkle Toes Tap: 5-7-Year-Olds This

beginning tap class will have your child tapping their toes and learning the basic steps of tap. Tue., 3:35-4:20pm. Through June 21. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4055. dance@abcbend. com. $61.

FILM EVENTS

2022 Full Draw Film Tour Presented

by ONXHUNT Enjoy Bowhunting on the Big Screen with your family and friends! This year's films feature extremely close encounters with elk, moose and more! If you’re lucky you may even take some great new gear home too! June 2, 7pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-317-0700. info@towertheatre.org. $10-$18.

ARTS & CRAFTS

Everything Lidded - Throwing Lidded

Forms on the Wheel This class focuses on all lidded forms, from covered storage jars, fermenting jars to teapots. Week one participants will throw all pieces of the lidded forms, week two they will trim and work on surface design and in week three they will glaze the pieces. No class 5/30. Mon., 10am-1pm. Through June 6. Tumalo School of Pottery & Craft, 65093Smokey Butte Dr., Bend. Contact: 321-432-8009. yvonne@ tumaloschoolofpottery.com. $165. Galveston Street Market The Galveston

Street Market is a local vendors market with the goal of bringing community together and mentoring new and seasoned makers alike. Vendors change each week for a variety of locally made products so there’s something for everyone. Shop local! Shop small! Fri., 5-9pm. Through Sept. 30. Big O Bagels - Westside, 1032 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Contact: galvestonstreetmarket@gmail.com. Free.

Kreitzer Art Gallery and Studio Open

Daily by Appointment 55-year professional artist David Kreitzer displays sublime and stunning water, landscape, city, figure, floral and fantasy oil and watercolor masterworks. Meditative, healing and soul-satisfying. Mon.-Sun., Noon7pm. Through Sept. 30. Kreitzer Art Gallery and Studio, 20214 Archie Briggs Road, Bend. Contact: 805-234-2048. jkreitze@icloud.com. Free.

Learn to Knit at Fancywork Yarn Shop

Get started on the path to creating your own treasured handknits! Learn the fundamentals of knitting, basic stitches, how to read a pattern, fix your mistakes, and more. Create a small project to take home. Pattern provided. Take three classes and earn a 10% discount on yarn! Thu., 5:307pm. Fancywork Yarn Shop, 200 NE Greenwood Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-323-8686. hello@ fancywork.com. $10.

Tumalo School of Pottery and Craft

Pop Up Sale Shop from over six local potters at this summer popup sale. Hosted by the Bite and Tumalo School of Pottery and Craft. June 3, 3:30-6:30pm. The Bite, 19860 7th Street, Tumalo. Contact: 321-432-8009. yvonne@tumaloschoolofpottery.com. Free.

PRESENTATIONS & EXHIBITS

Annual Wine ‘n’ Shine Car Show - Fundraiser at the Vineyard Featuring

classics and newer modified cars, trucks and motorcycles. There will also be music from the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and beyond. This is a fundraiser benefiting the Cancer Research Center. June 4, 10am-2pm. Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne. Contact: 541526-5075. marketing@fhcvineyards.com. Free. Bend Ghost Tours Your Spirit Guide will lead you through the haunted streets and alleyways of Historic Downtown Bend where you’ll learn about the city’s many macabre tales, long-buried secrets and famous ghosts. Wednesdays-Sundays, 7:30-9pm. Downtown Bend, Downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: 541-350-0732. Bendghosttours@ gmail.com. $25.

THEATER

The Blabbermouth, the Puff Monster, and the Wolf; Topsy-Turvy Tales from

Ukraine Sunriver Stars present a spring dinner show benefiting the people of Ukraine, “The Blabbermouth, the Puff Monster, and the Wolf; Topsy-Turvy Tales from Ukraine” by Patrick Rainville Dorn, with dinner catered by Marcello’s. 6pm June 3, 1pm or 5pm June 4. The Door, 56885 Enterprise Rd., Sunriver. Contact: 541-593-7445. sunriverdiva@gmail.com. $40.

Venardos Circus at Deschutes Coun-

ty Fairgrounds Venardos Circus is coming to town! Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format. Thu.-Sat., 7-8:30pm, Sat.Sun., 1-2:30 and 4-5:30pm and Wed., June 1, 7-8:30pm. Through June 5. Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center, 3800 SE Airport Way, Redmond. Contact: 949-393-0567. tickets@ venardoscircus.com. $16.50-$47.

WORDS

Author Event: Central Oregon Book

Project Please join Roundabout Books for this in-store event with Editor Kimberley Bowker and several writers involved with this book. “Central Oregon Book Project” is an anthology of true stories and verse written from or about Central Oregon. The collection was originally funded as a Kickstarter campaign. June 2, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Author Event: Hike366: A Woman’s Tales of Hiking Adventures All Year

Round by Jess Beauchemin Read about

366 adventures, learn to define hiking for yourself and get inspired for your own hiking project in these pages. Jess Beauchemin is an outdoor explorer who loves hiking, climbing, poring over maps and poking wildflowers. June 7, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Authors Willy Vlautin and Jonathan

Evison at High Desert Music Hall Two

favorite Northwest authors, Willy Vlautin and Jonathan Evison, take the stage at Redmond’s High Desert Music Hall. Food and beverages available for purchase. June 3, 7-8pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@deschuteslibrary. org. Free.

Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

A 6-week, MFA-style, creative nonfiction writing workshop for women. Join for a supportive and encouraging critique group where you’ll get multiple perspectives on what’s working and how to improve your writing. Visit jessicajhill.com for more info. Tue., 6pm. Through June 21. Contact: jessica@jessicajhill.com. $295. Current Fiction Book Club Join Round-

about Books for Current Fiction Book Club. Participants will be discuss “No One Is Talking About This” by Patricia Lockwood. Zoom option available. June 1, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Special Event: OSU-Cascades MFA Residency Creative Writing Cohort

with Beth Piatote Join Roundabout Books to celebrate the OSU MFA Low-Residency Creative Writing Cohort with Beth Piatote, author of “The Beadworkers,” at a special event. June 5, 4-5pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

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night sky free from light pollution is critical for wildlife. June 3, 7-10pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-3824754. $10, Members receive 20% discount.

Writing West: A Conversation with Two

Award-Winning Authors Join Beth Piatote

and Raquel Gutiérrez as they read from their recent books and discuss the opportunities and challenges for writers of color whose storytelling is shaped by America’s Western landscapes. June 6, 6:30pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. $5 admission, 20% discount for members.

VOLUNTEER

Call for Volunteers - Play with Par-

rots! Volunteers needed at Second Chance Bird Rescue! Friendly people needed to help socialize birds to ready for adoption, make toys, clean cages and make some new feathered friends! Located past Cascade Lakes Distillery, call for hours and location. Contact: 916-956-2153.

Humane Society Thrift Store - Vol-

unteers Needed Do you love animals and discovering “new” treasures? Then volunteering at the HSCO Thrift Store Donation Door is the perfect place to combine your passions while helping HSCO raise funds to provide animal welfare services for the local community. For information contact: rebecca@hsco.org. Ongoing. Humane Society Thrift Shop, 61220 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3761. rebecca@hsco. org. Volunteer Here! Gratifying opportunity available! all aspects of daily horse care and barn maintenance for Mustangs to the Rescue. Mon.Sun. Mustangs to the Rescue, 21670 McGilvray Road, Bend. Contact: 541-330-8943. volunteer@ mustangstotherescue.org. Free. Volunteer with Salvation Army The

Salvation Army has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for almost every age. Ongoing. Contact: 541-389-8888.

GROUPS & MEETUPS

Backcountry Brew: Coffee with the

Hunting Curious Are you curious about hunting, but not sure where to begin? Backcountry Hunters and Anglers of Central Oregon is chock full of friendly, ethically-minded hunters, and we’re eager to meet you! Dress warm, grab some morning caffeine, and come chat about the outdoors & what it takes to get started. First Sat. of every month, 9-10am. Through Dec. 3. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Contact: oregon@backcountryhunters. org. Free. BCDBA Inaugural Social As an owner of a

business in the BCD you are invited to meet your fellow business neighbors, learn more about the newly formed BCD Business Association, and hear about exciting developments happening! This event is primarily for BCD business owners, but all are welcome! RSVP required|RSVP to info@bendcentral.org June 1, 4-6pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: http://info@bendcentral.org/. Free. Become a Better Public Speaker! Do

you struggle with public speaking? You’re not alone! Come visit Bend Toastmasters Club and learn how to overcome your public speaking fears. Wed., Noon-1pm. Contact: 503-501-6031. bend.toastmasters.club@gmail.com. Free. Bend Ghost Club Meeting Calling all

ghouls! Bend Ghost Tours is starting a brand new club for those interested in ghosts and the paranormal. Bring a ghost story to share and mingle with fellow kindred spirits! June 5, 3-5pm. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Contact: 541-350-0732. bendghosttours@ gmail.com. Free. Board Games Hosted by The Base The

Base at Franklin is a new space in the Old Bend neighborhood for neurodivergent humans and allies to access community through the shared goal for connection and wellness. Board Games 4-5:30pm, RPG direcly following 5:30-? RSVP Required- Free. The Base at Franklin 541-6108826 Fri., 4-5:30pm. The Base at Franklin, 5 NW Franklin Avenue, Bend. Contact: hello@baseatfranklin.com. Free. Builders and Brew If you build campers, love campers or want to learn things about building campers then come on out. A free event with drinks and real viby people. Attended by some of Oregon’s best builders. First Mon. of every month, 6-9pm. Through April 24. Spoken Moto, 310 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 503-6892366. chipconrad@gmail.com. Free.

Celebrate With the Bend Bhakti

Collective Kirtan, sacred song, dance and community. Celebrate with the Bend Bhakti Collective. Thu., 7pm. First Presbyterian Heritage Hall, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-3824401. Free-$20. First on the Butte! Join Central Oregon LandWatch staff and other folks for a bright and early casual hike up Pilot Butte each month, while learning about Central Oregon Land Watch’s work to defend the region. Hikers will meet at the main trailhead at 7am and keep an accommodating pace. All are welcome! RSVP suggested: kavi@colw.org 1st of every month, 7-8:30am. Through Dec. 31. Pilot Butte State Park, Pilot Butte State Park, Bend. Contact: 302690-3420. kavi@colw.org. Free.

Game Night: Let’s Play LeftCenterRi-

ght Let’s play LeftCenterRight! Bring friends and make new friends. More people the bigger the pot. Simple game, one dollar table and 5 dollar tables. The winner of each game takes the pot. Happy Hour $4 Beer & Wine Wednesdays, 5-7pm. Zero Latency Bend, 1900 NE 3rd St STE 104, Bend. Contact: 541-617-0688. Zerolatencybend.com.

Houseplant Sale and Exchange! Join

the 3rd collective event for houseplant lovers. All are welcome, from complete beginners to expert growers. There will be sales, clipping exchanges, raffle prizes and more! For more info visit the Central Oregon Houseplant Exchange and Consult facebook page. June 4, 2-4pm. Stack Park, 820 NW Kingwood Place, Redmond. Free. Mini Ninja Warrior Classes Come enjoy

these upbeat kids movement classes! Your children will develop important coordination skills, improve balance and build confidence as they tackle Ninja Warrior obstacle courses and practice fun yoga poses. Tue., 10-10:45am and Wed., 10-10:45am. Through June 22. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $105. Neuroqueer Meetup A safe place for neurodivergent, queer individuals to exchange with the goal of promoting exploration and sharing of experiences, as well as empowerment and connection to community. Every other Wed., 6-7:30pm. The Base at Franklin, 5 NW Franklin Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-610-8826. hello@ baseatfranklin.com. Free.

Courtesy Volcanic Theatre Pub Non-specific grief support group Small

Support Group (4-5 people) for those who need a safe space to share a grief difficult to share with one’s friend and family, long term grief for a death, loss of relationship, loss from suicide, loss of health, loss of function, etc Sundays, 5-6pm. Free. Open Hub Singing Group singing is a human birthright and a vital technology of belonging at Open Hub, all songs are learned by ear, together. First Tue. of every month. Through Sept. 10. East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend. Contact: 541-633-6025. openhubsinging@ gmail.com. Free. Paws & Pints Come talk dogs and make friends with other like-minded folks! Join Silver Moon for a hosted beverage and there may even be an adorable puppy or two looking to meet their perfect person! First Wed. of every month, 5-7pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

Redmond Garden Club Annual Plant

Sale After a 2-year absence The Redmond Garden Club will again have its annual sale! June 4, 9am. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, Redmond. Contact: 541-504-2101. andrea@lhunter.com. Free.

FAMILY & KIDS

Amelia’s World Puppet Show Join Amelia

Airheart Monkey & Miss Hannah for a fun & uplifting interactive zoom puppet show! All ages welcome, 3 & under please 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. Fri., 4-4:15pm. Contact: https://m.facebook.com/ acornartandnature/. Free. Baby Ninja Classes Cuties plus adults will bond and have a blast during these wonderful yoga and Ninja Warrior classes! Classes include exploration through soft obstacle ninja warrior courses, yoga fun, singing songs with hand gestures and movements, parachute play and bubbles! Tue., 9-9:45 and 11am-11:45pm and Wed., 9-9:45am. Through June 22. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $105. First Thursdays! Come support local vendors and herbal craft makers! Sample medicinal teas that will support your health and listen to live local sounds. Creative plant medicine at its finest! First Thu. of every month, 4-7pm. Through Dec. 1. The Peoples Apothecary, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. Free. Kids Ninja Classes Kids, ages 6-10, will gain amazing Ninja Warrior abilities through Ninja Warrior obstacle course training, rock climbing and fitness conditioning classes. Tue., 4:15-5:15pm. Through June 21. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $125.

Let’s Talk About It Training with KIDS

Center Examine child development through a social, physical and developmental lens. You can attend this program online or in person. Registration is required. Register by using the “Register Here” link above. Masks are required at all in-person library events. Tue., 10am. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@ deschuteslibrary.org. Free. MINI-YOGI Moms / Dads / Grandparents and children (ages 2 - 5) will have a blast during these fun, upbeat yoga classes! Each class includes fun yoga sequences and games, partner poses, songs with movements, active story time and bubbles to help with kids’ development! Wed., 4-4:45pm. Through June 22. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $105.