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THURSDAY 3/17 FRIDAY 3/18 SUNDAY 3/20

Courtesy McMenamins

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION

FULL-ON FESTIVAL

McMenamins hosts three straight days of live music and pours of its Irish Stout to celebrate St. Patrick’s day. Hours of live music, festive beers and traditional Irish cuisine sets up for a weekend of hearty fun. Just remember to wear green! Thu.-Sat., March. 17-19, 2-11pm. McMenamins Old Saint Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. Free.

THURSDAY 3/17

Courtesy Mt. Bachelor

ST. PATTY’S DAY GREEN TIRE GIVEAWAY

HOW HARD CAN IT BE?

Green tire hidden amongst white snow—it can’t be that hard to find! Mt. Bachelor gets into the St. Patrick’s day spirit by hosting a scavenger hunt where participants will try to locate a green tire hidden somewhere on the mountain in order to win a full set of brand new tires. Thu., March. 17, 9am. Mt. Bachelor, 1300 Century Dr., Bend. Lift Tickets Vary.

FRIDAY 3/18

MOONLIGHT SKI & BITE

HANG ON TO WINTER

A unique dining experience that allows participants to hang on to the still-existent winter. Participants will glide to Elk Lake resort on cross country skis to enjoy a cozy dinner before taking a Sno Cat back to Dutchman Flat Sno Park. Fri., March 11, 4-9pm. Elk Lake Resort, 60000 SW Century Dr., Bend. $90.

Courtesy Lespecial

APRÈS SKI BASH WITH LESPECIAL

GET DOWN TO WARM UP

Lespecial is an innovative and contemporary jam band ready to have the audience grooving at the Commons Cafe and taproom. Be sure to welcome the band to their first Bend performance! Fri., March. 18, 6:30pm. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Free.

SATURDAY

3/19 COMEDY @ CRAFT: FOR MATURE COMEDIANS ONLY

SOME LAUGHS TO GO WITH BEERS

Beers and laughs. What else could a night need? The over 21 crowd can enjoy a night of comedy and brews at Craft Brewery on Saturday, but be warned it is for mature ears only. Sat., March. 19, 8-10pm. Craft Kitchen and Brewery, 62988 NE Layton Ave., Bend. $15

SATURDAY 3/19

HOODOO DEMO DAY

FRESH GEAR CHECK

With multiple retailers on site there will be no shortage of new gear to test out up on Hoodoo Saturday. Turn the mountain into a whole new experience with free demo gear. Sat., March. 19, 9am-9pm. Hoodoo Ski Area, 27400 Big Lake Rd., Sisters. Lift tickets vary.

SATURDAY

3/19 NORTH BY NORTH, THE ROOF RABBITS & HELGA

THREE BANDS IN ONE NIGHT

A celebration of rock 'n' roll hosted by Volcanic Theatre Pub. With each band bringing a different flair and taste, the shows will keep the audience on its toes. Sat., March. 19, 9-11:45pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $10.

Jason Quigley

PORTLAND CELLO PROJECT: PURPLE REIGN

BOLD STRINGS

Reimagine what cellos can sound like. The Portland Cello Project not only plays classics such as Bach, but dives into the melodies of Prince and other rock icons. Sun., March 20, 7:30pm. Tower Theater, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $30-$55.

MONDAY 3/21

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DOG FOSTER FORUM

ADOPTION NOTES

If you or someone else is considering fostering a dog, head to the Downtown Bend Library to meet a community dedicated to connecting others to their future fluffy companions. Chat with experienced fosterers and others dedicated to saving animal lives. Mon., March 21, 5:30-6:30pm. Deschutes Public Library-Downtown, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Free.

MONDAY 3/21

MEET YOUR WINE MATCH

LET THE TASTEBUDS TAKEOVER

Step up wine knowledge and be a big hit, or drag, at the next dinner party. Flights Wine Bar will walk you through the sets of wine they present, leaving participants with more education about their preferences. March 21, 5-6:30pm. Flights Wine Bend, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. $45.