The streets of Bend fill with art patrons on the first Friday of every month as Downtown Bend and Old Mill District art galleries stay open late with receptions for guest artists and special presentations of new exhibits. In addition, the First Friday experience also includes musical performances and refreshments at selected galleries. 5-9pm.

Northwest artists are features in the shops in Downtown Bend.

For more information please call 541-617-9472.

Take a wild journey for clues and treasures throughout the Museum. Ages 6 to 13.

Sensory-filled storytelling about animals and people of the High Desert. You never know what will happen - crafts, puppets or maybe a live animal appearance!

Several thousand books. 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; paperback .50; hardcovers $1; children's .25; A/V as marked

Grade 6-12 Only

Take a guided “tour” of the High Desert and meet lots of live animals close up and learn all about them. Shows daily at 11 am and 1 pm

Located in the Game Room, Ask to Sign In.

Enjoy a tour through the brewery and visit the tasting room.

Special arrangements may be made by calling 541-385-8606, 901 SW Simpson

At the one and only ASPEN RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Up in "THE GREAT ROOM" on the 2nd Floor

CONTACT PERSON: Sean Tobin

Bend is famous for having some of the best mountain biking in the nation. Cog Wild is your local guide company for cycling in Central Oregon. Our guides have intimate knowledge of the hundreds of miles of trails that take you along rivers, to high mountain lakes, and out to the many views and vistas of the Cascade Mountains and the surrounding high desert.From families to fanatics, road touring to big mountain cross country, Corporate trips and team building to private singletrack adventures, we are your source for cycling in Bend.

Come to Downtown Bend the 3rd Thursday of each month for special promotions just for the ladies. Look for the "Ladies Night" sign on the shopping bag outside participating businesses.

Cost: $10 a class

Beginning West Coast Swing class at 7:00pm followed by a live band or DJ for Swing dancing all night. No need to bring a partner!

Cost: $5

Texas Hold 'em Tourney with all proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity.

Cost: $10 a class

Salsa Classes starting at 7:00pm and Latin Dancing all night! No partner needed.

A seasonal downtown Bend ritual for more than 20 years is starting up again for 2009. It's the annual Fall Art Hop that is held the first Friday of the month from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. Bend Downtowners Association Executive Director Chuck Arnold says about 60 businesses participate in Art Hop. The event is held bi-annually with Spring Art Hop taking place the first Friday in April.

At Fort Funnigan’s Holiday Fun Factory you won’t
find any assembly lines—just pure holiday
excitement. We will make crafts and play games
that celebrate the spirit of the season, including
homemade ornaments, graham cracker cottages,
and more. We will also attend Traditions events
when available. Resort guests $55; general
public $65. Half-day options are also available
from 9AM-12PM or 1-4PM, Resort guests $35 and
general public $40. 9am-4pm.

Parents and children come for a real tea party with their favorite teddy
bears in tow. Enjoy finger sandwiches, desserts, a selection of teas and a
delightful holiday atmosphere in the Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge
from 12-3pm. 36-hour cancellation policy. $28 adults; $14 all children
12 and under. Gratuity included. Reservations required. Sponsored by
Harney & Sons Teas.

La Pine Frontier Days features the following events daily: Art Show, Bake Fest, Preserve Fest, Youth Fair, Midway Vendors, Carnival, Music on the Green, Wild N' Wacky Kids Games, Pinewood Derby.

Rhapsody on the River. Casual, catered, tents, Tate & Tate with a delicious dinner, desirable auction items on the Deschutes River and Festival Fun for everyone. Young Artist Scholarship recipients will entertain you while you view items you would like for a bid. Have a glass of wine, enjoy your friends, and help the Sunriver Music Festival bring quality classical music to Central Oregon for your enjoyment. Fundraiser for Sunriver Music Festival.

Bend Farmers Market is blossoming into one of Oregon’s leading farm–direct marketplaces, bringing together growers and producers with people who hunger for fresh, local, healthful foods and agricultural goods. The Market occurs twice a week at two locations. We’ve also continued to reach out to the community as the first farmers market in Oregon to launch a Farm to School program.

Experience one of the most in-depth exhibits examining the lives of those who sought opportunity, fortune and community on the Western frontier. This multi-sensory exhibit features frontier saloons, gambling halls, and bordellos in addition to live, authentic portrayals of those who worked at these establishments, including the “sporting men” running the games (they’ll invite you to play – and even reveal how to cheat).

For 20 years, Munch & Music has been the favorite Thursday evening gathering for Central Oregon. This award-winning series features: free Thursday night concerts with live music, restaurant vendors, and a variety of art vendors.

Bend Summer Festival is Central Oregon's signature artist event of the summer, the Bend Summer Festival, draws artists and street performers from all over the Northwest. The event features a wide array of performing arts including dance, children’s activities, and the best regional and national jazz, blues, rock and international musicians. Additionally there is a food court with more than 20 restaurants, beer and wine.

Entertainment every Friday and Saturday at 8:30pm, $5 Cover. Overnight guests just show their guest card for entry.

Celebrating 90+ Years of Jam Packed Fun! Enjoy five days of carnival rides, 4-H Animals, great food vendors, in addition to a rodeo and big name concerts. This year's County Fair will give you more for your money! Rodeo Hours: Wednesday - Thursday (July 28-29) @ 6:30pm; Friday - (July 30) evening @ 7:00pm and Saturday (July 31) evening @ 7:30pm. Big Name Concerts: Neal McCoy - Wednesday, July 28 @ 7:00pm; Joe Diffie - Thursday, July 29th @ 7:00pm; Styx - Friday, July 30 @ 7:00pm and Weird Al Yankovic - Saturday, July 31 @ 7:00pm. http://www.expo.deschutes.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=cExpo.Events