Event calendar

Free summer lunches
The Redmond School District, in conjunction with the Summer Food Service Program, serves free lunch to all children 18 and younger. Summer lunches are served Monday through Friday, through July 31 at the following locations: Evergreen Elementary, 11:45 a.m. to noon; Sam Johnson Park, 11:45 a.m. to noon; Terrebonne Community School, 11:30-11:45 a.m.
No registration is required and children are encouraged to come any or all days. Information: 541-923-5437.

Safe driving for seniors
AARP is offering a safe driving class for senior citizens Aug. 10-11 and Sept. 14-15 at the Redmond Senior Center. The class focuses on defensive driving in an ever-changing driving environment. Classes take place on two consecutive four-hour days and cost $14. Call 541-317-0610 to sign up.

Leadership class sign-ups
Leadership Redmond is accepting applications for it 2009-2010 class. The leadership program is sponsored by the Redmond Executives Association and the Redmond Chamber of Commerce and dedicated to training tomorrow’s leaders by giving them the background, tools and contacts needed. Tuition is $600 and a limited number of scholarships are available. Call 541-923-5191 for more information.

Fossil bed special events
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument has several special events coming up: July 25 a ranger-guided one-mile hike into the Blue Basin fossil beds and a hands-on workshop on replicating fossils will be held at Thomas Condon Visitor Center will be offered; July 26 a two-hour ranger-led hike into the scenic Goose Rock area will be featured. Call 541-987-2333 for more information.

Friends Language Exchange
R.I.C.E. (Redmond Inter-Cultural Exchange) hosts free Spanish conversation practice and lessons are held each Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the COCC Redmond campus, Building 3. A French conversation group also meets Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m., at the same location. An Italian conversation group recently formed and meets Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Sully’s Italian Restaurant, 314 S.W. Fifth St. Information: Barb, 541-447-0732.

Child abuse discussions
Confronting Child Sexual Abuse: A Local Perspective will be discussed at the next Talk of the Town. Open to the public, the discussion taping will be held July 29 at the East Bend Campus – Deschutes Children Foundation, 2125 N.E. Dagget Lane, Bend. Taping begins at 7 p.m. The town hall will air Aug. 3, 7 p.m., on COTV 11, and each Monday through Aug. 31. RSVP to Jamie Christman, 541-388-5814, or e-mail talk@bendbroadband.com. For more information, visit www.talkofthetownco.com.

WEDNESDAY
July 22
THE OREGON HIGH DESERT CLASSICS: The 20th annual hunter-jumper horse show; vendors selling food, clothing, gifts and equestrian supplies will be set up; proceeds benefit J Bar J Youth Services; free; 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; 541-389-1409 or www.jbarj.org/ohdc.
“CREATE MUSIC!”: Victor Johnson and Kathryn Claire will sing and play guitar and fiddle music as part of the Familypalooza! series; free; 11 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-617-7099 or www.victorjohnson.com.
MUSIC ON THE GREEN: Community First Bank presents Hangar 52 in a concert of roots, metal, rock 'n’ roll and country music; food vendors will be on-site; free; 6-7:30 p.m.; Sam Johnson Park, Southwest 15th Street, Redmond; 541-923-5191 or www.visitredmondoregon.com.

THURSDAY
July 23
THE OREGON HIGH DESERT CLASSICS: The 20th annual hunter-jumper horse show; vendors selling food, clothing, gifts and equestrian supplies will be set up; proceeds benefit J Bar J Youth Services; free; 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; 541-389-1409 or www.jbarj.org/ohdc.
SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP: Brad Tisdel, leader of the Americana Project, will perform and discuss the art of song writing. Teen members of the Americana Project will also perform; Redmond Teen Summer Reading Program; free; 2-4 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; www.bradtisdel.com.
YAPPY HOUR: Leashed dogs welcome at this wine tasting; proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Redmond; $15; 4-8 p.m.; Avery’s Wine Bar, 427 S.W. Eighth St., Redmond; 541-923-0882.
CENTRAL OREGON WRITERS GUILD: Bend author Suzanne Burns will read from her latest novel “Misfits and Other Heroes.” The meeting also features an exercise on humor writing led by writer JoAnn Senior. Open to all; free; 6:30-9 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, Redmond campus, 2030 S.E. College Loop, Redmond; Elsie Rochna,541-923-0896 or www.centraloregonwritersguild.com.

FRIDAY
July 24
THE OREGON HIGH DESERT CLASSICS: The 20th annual hunter-jumper horse show; vendors selling food, clothing, gifts and equestrian supplies will be set up; proceeds benefit J Bar J Youth Services; free; 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; 541-389-1409 or www.jbarj.org/ohdc.
LIVE MUSIC: The Karvasales will play at WineStyles in Redmond from 6-8 p.m.; 249 N.W. Sixth Ave.; 541-526-0489.
TOUR OF HOMES: The 21st annual event features self-guided tours of more than 40 new homes throughout Central Oregon; refer to Web site for tour map; raffle will take place at the Welch home; proceeds benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates; free, $2 per raffle ticket, noon-6 p.m.; 541-389-1618 or www.coba.org.

SATURDAY
July 25
REDMOND GRANGE PANCAKE BREAKFAST: A breakfast of sourdough pancakes, sausage, eggs and more; $5 adults, $3 ages 12 and younger; 7-10:30 a.m.; Redmond Grange, 707 S.W. Kalama Ave., Redmond; 541-923-1840.
THE OREGON HIGH DESERT CLASSICS: The 20th annual hunter-jumper horse show; vendors selling food, clothing, gifts and equestrian supplies will be set up; proceeds benefit J Bar J Youth Services; free; 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; 541-389-1409 or www.jbarj.org/ohdc.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST: A breakfast of pancakes, eggs, ham and more; proceeds benefit the High Desert Program Special Olympics athletes; $5; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; City Center Foursquare Church , 549 S.W. Eighth St., Redmond; 541-788-4103.
BENTO BOX FUN: For ages 6-12. Kids will learn how to make a Japanese style “bento” box meal with ingredients they choose. Students are shown how to use chopsticks; $15; 10-11:30 a.m.; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District, Activity Center, 335 S.E. Jackson St., Redmond; 541-548-7275.
SISTERS ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL: Event includes arts and crafts from around the country, paintings, photography, wood work, ceramics, jewelry, metal sculpture, pet adoptions by the Humane Society of Central Oregon and a silent auction to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation; free; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; downtown Sisters; 541-549-8905.
THE BITTERBRUSH BAND: Live Americana music. Kids, choose from an array of rhythm instruments and play along with the band; free with museum admission; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; 541-382-4754.
TOUR OF HOMES: The 21st annual event features self-guided tours of more than 40 new homes throughout Central Oregon; refer to Web site for tour map; raffle will take place at the Welch home; proceeds benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates; free, $2 per raffle ticket;10 a.m.-6 p.m.; 541-389-1618 or www.coba.org.
BASIC FIRST AID: For ages 8-12. Participants will learn response skills, prevention and caring for wounds, nosebleeds, falls, animal bites and choking victims; $20; noon-2 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 S.W. Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.
BAT TALK: Tom Rodhouse, a National Park Service ecologist, discusses the diversity of bats in Central Oregon and the issues facing them; free with museum admission; 3 p.m.; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; 541-382-4754 or www.highdesertmuseum.org.
THE OREGON HIGH DESERT CLASSICS GRAND PRIX: Competition featuring the highest jumps at the show; optional catered dinner; proceeds benefit J Bar J Youth Services; free, $75 for dinner; 5 p.m.; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; 541-389-1409 or www.jbarj.org/ohdc.
CASCADE CYCLING CLASSIC: The Downtown Criterium; runs between Northwest Idaho Avenue and Northwest Oregon Avenue; 5:45 p.m. women’s race, 7 p.m. men’s race; downtown Bend; 541-388-0002 or www.mbsef.org/CascadeCyclingClassic.
“COPPELIA”: The Central Oregon School of Ballet presents the comedic production about a doll in Central Europe; $10, free children 5 and younger; 7 p.m.; Bend High School, 230 N.E. Sixth St., Bend; 541-389-9306.
COSMIC SWIM NIGHT: Games, music and cool cosmic lights for students (must show ID); $2.50; 8-10 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 S.W. Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.

SUNDAY
July 26
THE OREGON HIGH DESERT CLASSICS: The 20th annual hunter-jumper horse show; vendors selling food, clothing, gifts and equestrian supplies will be set up; proceeds benefit J Bar J Youth Services; free; 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; J Bar J Boys Ranch, 62895 Hamby Road, Bend; 541-389-1409 or www.jbarj.org/ohdc.
SISTERS ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL: Event includes arts and crafts from around the country, paintings, photography, wood work, ceramics, jewelry, metal sculpture, pet adoptions by the Humane Society of Central Oregon and a silent auction to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation; free; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; downtown Sisters; 541-549-8905.
TOUR OF HOMES: The 21st annual event features self-guided tours of more than 40 new homes throughout Central Oregon; refer to Web site for tour map; raffle will take place at the Welch home; proceeds benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates; free, $2 per raffle ticket 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; 541-389-1618 or www.coba.org.

MONDAY
July 27
REDMOND FARMERS MARKET: Free admission; 12-5 p.m.; Evergreen Elementary School, 437 S.W. Ninth St., Redmond; 541-504-7862, redmondfarmersmarket@gmail.com or www.redmondfarmersmarket.com.

TUESDAY
July 28
CITY COUNCIL: Redmond City Council; 6:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; 777 S.W. Deschutes Ave. Agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us
KEYBOARDING CLASS: Class for beginners or those wanting to improve. Features an introduction to Ultra Key typing software. First come, first served, and registration is 20 minutes prior to class; free; 9-11 a.m.; COIC WorkSource Bend, 1645 N.E. Forbes Road, Bend; 541-389-9661 or www.coic.org.
SEW YOUR OWN PAJAMAS: Learn to measure, read a pattern, cut the fabric and construct your project. Simple Seams is a pre-requisite or instructor’s permission. Ages 10 and over; $45; Classes held July 28 and 30, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District, Activity Center, 335 S.E. Jackson St., Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.
SISTERS COUNTRY LOCAL MARKET: Free admission; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; 291 E. Main Ave., Sisters; 541-549-0251 or events@sisterschamber.com.
PAPER PARTY: Fold it or draw it-tales to spin, The Book Buggy Librarian uses paper and pen. Be creative, it’s not hard, you’ll see, share stories and crafts in the li-brar-ee! Ages 6-11; free; 1:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1054.
TUESDAY MARKET AT EAGLE CREST: Free admission; 2-6 p.m.; Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; 541-633-9637 or www.sustainableflame.com.

WEDNESDAY
July 29
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The 90th annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $9 adults, $6 ages 6-12 , free age 5 and younger and seniors 62 and older; 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711.
BUTTONS, PATCHES AND BROKEN SEAMS: Learn how to extend the life of your clothes by replacing buttons, patching holes & fixing seams. No sewing experience required; $14; 1-3 p.m.; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District, Activity Center, 335 S.E. Jackson St., Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.
SCHOOL BOARD: Redmond School Board, 1 p.m.; 145 S.E. Salmon Ave. Agenda at www.redmond.k12.or.us.
CONCERT KICKOFF PARTY: A preconcert warm-up; free; 4 p.m.; Coyote Ranch, 1368 S. U.S. Highway 97, Redmond; 541-548-7700.
POTTERY GAMES: Local potters compete for the best and biggest bowl, best bowl thrown blindfolded, no-hands throwing and tandem throwing; event is a precursor for NeighborImpact’s Empty Bowls fundraiser; free; 4-8 p.m.; CinderCone Clay Co-op, 505 Industrial Way, Bend; 541-548-2380, ext. 106, hollyh@neighborimpact.org or www.neighborimpact.org.
MUSIC IN THE CANYON: Lisa and Her Kin play bluesy rock music as part of the summer concert series; free; 5:30 p.m.; Redmond Rotary Arts Pavilion, American Legion Park, 850 S.W. Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-504-6878 or www.musicinthecanyon.com.
BUILD YOUR OWN DECK WORKSHOP: An outdoor class on how to build a six-by-eight foot deck. The workshop will be conducted by a local, retired contractor, who will provide plans and a material list for building the deck. During the workshop, a portion of the deck will be constructed, and then will be raffled off at the end of the session; free; 6-7:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; Linda Olson,541-312-1051 or www.dpls.us/calendar.
JAKE OWEN: Country music singer performs; concert is free with ticket (available by listening to 99.7 FM); free with ticket; 7 p.m., doors 5:30 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.

THURSDAY
July 30
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The 90th annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $9 adults, $6 ages 6-12 and seniors 62 and older, free ages 5 and younger; 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711.
MANGA DRAWING WORKSHOP: Learn to draw Japanese Anime or manga characters, or create your own Japanese style with Manga artist Yuki Martin. All materials provided. Space is limited to 15 teens. Ages 12-17. Register online or by phone; free; 3:30-5 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055 or www.dpls.us/calendar.
SUGARLAND: The popular country duo performs; $36 and $79 in advance, $39 and $84 day of the show, plus service charges; 6:30 p.m., gates open 5 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-322-9383.
PETER FRAMPTON: Grammy winning singer/songwriter performs; concert is free with ticket (available by listening to 98.3 FM); free with ticket; 7 p.m., doors 5:30 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.

FRIDAY
July 31
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR CONCERT KICKOFF PARTY: A pre-concert warm-up; free; 4 p.m.; Coyote Ranch, 1368 S. U.S. Highway 97, Redmond; 541-548-7700.

SATURDAY
Aug. 1
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The 90th annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $9 adults, $6 ages 6-12 and seniors 62 and older, free ages 5 and younger; 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711.
LAZINKA SAWMILL: See the century-old sawmill up and running; included in the price of admission; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; 541-382-4754 or www.highdesertmuseum.org.