Event calendar

WEDNESDAY
Oct. 7
“GETTING STARTED ON THE COMPUTER”: This basic class is designed for those with very little or no computer experience. It covers parts of the PC, mouse skills, scrolling and other basic tasks within the Windows 2000 operating system. Space is limited; free; 9-10:30 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; Lesli Warner,541-312-1053 or lesliw@dpls.us.
“ EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL”: Musical comedy about five college students who accidentally unleash an evil force; contains adult language; $20 adults, $18 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 8 p.m., performances through Sunday; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

THURSDAY
Oct. 8
FREE LEGAL HELP FOR SENIORS: Seniors age 60 and older can get free legal advice. Priority is given to income maintenance, healthcare, food, housing, utilities, preparing legal documents and negotiations. Criminal cases, simple wills, fee generating cases or conflicts of interest cannot be handled through this program; free; appointments are available between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Redmond Senior Center, 325 N.W. Dogwood Ave., Redmond; Robby Miller,541-548-1086.
CENTENNIAL: Redmond Centennial Committee meeting; 5 p.m.; public welcome; conference room A, Redmond City Hall; 716 S.W. Evergreen Ave.; agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us.
SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS: Class topics include basic computer skills, e-mail, effective web searching, word processing, and basic research skills. This class is taught in Spanish. Preregistration required; free; 8:30-10 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; Michele Ping,541-312-1028 or michelep@dpls.us.
KNIT OR CROCHET A SNOWMAN: Learn how to make a little snowman. Stuffing and accent yarn colors are provided. Class requires a basic understanding of how to crochet or knit. Ages 8 and up. Hosted by RAPRD; $35; 2-4 p.m.; Enchanted Yarns, 515 SW Cascade Ave., Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.
SCARY MOVIE MATINEE: Teens are invited to watch a scary movie. Ages 12 to 17. Free; free; 3:15-5 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1063 or mercedesh@dpls.us.
HAUNT AT JUNIPER HOLLOW AND DARK INTENTIONS HAUNTED HOUSES: Fourth annual event features two haunted houses; recommended for ages 12 and older; proceeds benefit the Oregon Athletic & Educational Foundation; Wednesdays and Thursdays: $10, $17 both haunts; Fridays and Saturdays: $12, $20 both haunts; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-382-2390, info@scaremegood.com or www.scaremegood.com.

FRIDAY
Oct. 9
BUCK THE BUTTE: A two-mile walk up and down Pilot Butte; proceeds benefit Family Access Network; $1 minimum donation; 7-10 a.m.; Pilot Butte State Park, Northeast Pilot Butte Summit Drive, Bend; 541-389-7711 or marc@ameri-title.com.
“GETTING STARTED WITH YAHOO! EMAIL”: Learn how to sign up for and use Yahoo e-mail. Basic computer skills required; free; 9-10:30 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; Lesli Warner,541-312-1053 or lesliw@dpls.us.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE: Blood donations needed; free; 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Lowe’s, 1313 S.W. Canal Blvd., Redmond; 800-GIVE LIFE.
KIDS’ NIGHT OUT: Grades 1-5. Party is for kids only. No parents allowed. Pizza, hoops, games and activities; $15; 6-9 p.m.; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District, Activity Center, 335 S.E. Jackson St., Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.
HAUNT AT JUNIPER HOLLOW AND DARK INTENTIONS HAUNTED HOUSES: Fourth annual event features two haunted houses; recommended for ages 12 and older; proceeds benefit the Oregon Athletic & Educational Foundation; Wednesdays and Thursdays: $10, $17 both haunts; Fridays and Saturdays: $12, $20 both haunts; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-382-2390, info@scaremegood.com or www.scaremegood.com.
LIVE MUSIC : Green Plow Coffee Roasters celebrates its one month milestone with live music. Enter all day long to win free fresh roasted coffee; free; 7 p.m.; Green Plow Coffee Roasters, 436 S.W. Sixth St., Redmond; 541-516-1128 or www.greenplowcoffee.com.

SATURDAY
Oct. 10
CENTENNIAL DINNER: Barbecue dinner, dancing, silent auction to raise funds for Redmond’s centennial celebration in 2010; 5 p.m.; Redmond Humane Society Event Center, $50 or $500 for reserved table of eight; 541-385-7988.
HARVEST FESTIVAL: Event features pony rides, a petting zoo, games, food, vendors a silent auction and more; proceeds benefit several charities, including Habitat for Humanity and Jericho Table; free admission; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Community Presbyterian Church, 529 N.W. 19th St., Redmond; 541-413-0691.
SISTERS HARVEST FAIRE: The 34th annual event features vendors selling pottery, metal art, photography, jewelry and more, live music, kids activity area and more; free; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; downtown Sisters; 541-549-0251 or www.sisterscountry.com.
FOSSIL BEDS TOUR: A two-hour auto tour of the John Day Fossil Bed National Monument will be guided by a ranger and begin at 2 p.m.;free; bring your own car; meet at Thomas Condon Visitor Center; 541-987-2333.
CHEERLEADING CLINIC: Get fired up with the RHS Panther varsity cheerleaders and Coach Fagen as they lead you through the cheers used at RHS football games. Includes a T-shirt. Grades K-8; $25; 12:30-3 p.m.; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District, Activity Center, 335 S.E. Jackson St., Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.
ARTISTS’ RECEPTION: Meet the artists from High Desert Society of the Arts who are exhibiting their works during the month of October. Refreshments will be served; free; 1-3 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; Jenny Pedersen,541-312-1064.
OREGON SESQUICENTENNIAL AUTHOR SERIES: Vivian Adams talks about her book “Native Arts of the Columbia Plateau” and her work on the “American Girl” series; included in the price of admission; $15 adults, $12 ages 65 and older, $9 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger; 1:30 p.m.; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend; 541-382-4754 or www.highdesertmuseum.org.
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT : Children will receive climbing instruction and play games, in addition to other activities; $15 for one child and $8 for each additional child; Preregister the Friday before.; InClimb Gym, 1182 Centennial Court, Bend; 541-388-6764.
HAUNT AT JUNIPER HOLLOW AND DARK INTENTIONS HAUNTED HOUSES: Fourth annual event features two haunted houses; recommended for ages 12 and older; proceeds benefit the Oregon Athletic & Educational Foundation; Wednesdays and Thursdays: $10, $17 both haunts; Fridays and Saturdays: $12, $20 both haunts; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-382-2390, info@scaremegood.com or www.scaremegood.com.
COSMIC SWIM: For middle school students only. Strobe lights, music and games. Must show student I.D; $2.50; 8-10 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 S.W. Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org.

SUNDAY
Oct. 11
HARVEST FESTIVAL: Family fun for everyone. Pony rides, petting zoo, games, food, arts and craft vendors, fresh produce and more. Proceeds benefit various charities including Habitat for Humanity and Jericho Table; free; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Community Presbyterian Church, 529 N.W. 19th St., Redmond; 541-413-0691.
SISTERS HARVEST FAIRE: The 34th annual event features vendors selling potter, metal art, photography, jewelry and more, live music, kids activity area and more; free; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; downtown Sisters; 541-549-0251 or www.sisterscountry.com.
SAFE MEAT PRESERVATION CLASS: Bonnie Koenig will demonstrate how to preserve meats and fish using a pressure canner, dehydrator and smoker. Participants will sample beef in wine sauce, smoked salmon and beef jerky. Space is limited; $45; 2-5 p.m.; Allyson’s Kitchen (in The Old Mill), 375 S.W. Powerhouse Dr., Bend; 541-749-9974 or www.allysonskitchen.com.
FOSSIL BED HIKE: A two-hour backcountry hike guided by a ranger through the Goose Rock area of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument will begin at 2 p.m.; free; bring water and hiking books; meet at Thomas Condon Visitor Center; 541-987-2333.

MONDAY
Oct. 12
DRIVER SAFETY CLASS: Accredited defensive driver program for all ages. Senior citizens may qualify for an auto insurance discount upon completion; $12 AARP members; $14 nonmembers; Class continues Oct. 13, 8 a.m. to noon.; Redmond Senior Center, 325 N.W. Dogwood Ave., Redmond; 541-548-6325.
CHILDCARE PROVIDER CLASS: Class for anyone interested in becoming a registered family child care provider; free; 9 a.m.-noon; NeighborImpact, 2303 S.W. First St., Redmond; 541-548-2380, ext. 118.
DURAC: Downtown Urban Renewal Advisory Committee meeting; public is welcome; 5 p.m.; 341 N.W. Dogwood Ave.; agena at www.ci.redmond.or.us.

TUESDAY
Oct. 13
HOME COMPOSTING: Home Composting, Oct. 13, 6-9 pm. Learn how to use and build a composter in your backyard; $29; 6-9 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, Redmond campus, 2030 S.E. College Loop, Redmond; 541-383-7270 or http://noncredit.cocc.edu.
CITY COUNCIL: Redmond City Council meetings; public is welcome; 6:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; 777 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; agenda at www. ci.redmond.or.us.

WEDNESDAY
Oct. 14
FLU SHOT CLINIC: Medicare and ClearChoice Advantage accepted; $30; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Redmond Senior Center, 325 N.W. Dogwood Ave., Redmond; 541-548-6325.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE: Blood donations needed; free; 1-6 p.m.; Redmond Grange, 707 S.W. Kalama Ave., Redmond; 800-GIVE LIFE.
HISTORICAL COMMISSION: Redmond Historical Commission meeting; public is welcome; 2 p.m.; 729 S.W. Seventh St.; agenda at www. ci.redmond.or.us.
AIRPORT COMMISSION: Redmond Airport Commission; public is welcome; 5:30 p.m., Redmond Chamber of Commerce conference room; 446 S.W. Seventh St.; agenda at www. ci.redmond.or.us.
SCHOOL BOARD: Redmond School Board meeting; public is welcome; 145 S.E. Salmon Ave.; agenda at www.redmond.k12.or.us.
FIRE BOARD: Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 board of directors meeting; public is welcome; ?????; 341 N.W. Deschutes Ave.; agenda at www. ci.redmond.or.us.
PARKS AND REC: Redmond Area Park and Recreation District board of directors meeting; public is welcome; 6:30 a.m.; Cascade Swim Center; 465 S.W. Rimrock Way; agenda at www.raprd.org.

THURSDAY
Oct. 15
SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS: Class topics include basic computer skills, e-mail, effective web searching, word processing, and basic research skills. This class is taught in Spanish. Preregistration required; free; 8:30-10 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; Michele Ping,541-312-1028 or michelep@dpls.us.
GAME DAY FOR TEENS: Teens can play Nintendo Wii, Guitar Hero, Rock Band and more. Snacks provided. Ages 12 to 17; free; 3:15-5 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1063 or mercedesh@dpls.us.
HAUNT AT JUNIPER HOLLOW AND DARK INTENTIONS HAUNTED HOUSES: Fourth annual event features two haunted houses; recommended for ages 12 and older; proceeds benefit the Oregon Athletic & Educational Foundation; wednesdays and Thursdays: $10, $17 both haunts; Fridays and Saturdays: $12, $20 both haunts; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-382-2390, info@scaremegood.com or www.scaremegood.com.
“EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL”: Musical comedy about five college students who accidentally unleash an evil force; contains adult language; $20 adults, $18 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 8 p.m.; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

FRIDAY
Oct. 16
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE: Blood donations needed. Hooker Creek Events Center; free; noon-5 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 800-GIVE LIFE.
FALL HOME SHOW: Exhibitors showcase remodeling, decorating and landscaping products at this home and garden show; $5, $4 ages 55 and older and free ages 16 and younger; noon-6 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-389-1058 or www.centraloregonshow.com.
BEER, BRATS AND BIDS: Event features an Oktoberfest meal, beer or wine, and auctions; proceeds benefit Redmond Kiwanis; $30, additional $10 for mug and more beverages; 5:30 p.m.; Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; 541-548-8158.
LITERARY HARVEST: The sixth annual event features keynote speaker Bob Welch; the winners of the Literary Harvest Contest will present their work; $10; 6-8:30 p.m.; Comfort Suites, 2243 S.W. Yew Ave., Redmond; 541-408-6306 or www.CentralOregonWritersGuild.com.
HAUNT AT JUNIPER HOLLOW AND DARK INTENTIONS HAUNTED HOUSES: Fourth annual event features two haunted houses; recommended for ages 12 and older; proceeds benefit the Oregon Athletic & Educational Foundation; wednesdays and Thursdays: $10, $17 both haunts; Fridays and Saturdays: $12, $20 both haunts; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-382-2390, info@scaremegood.com or www.scaremegood.com.
“EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL”: Musical comedy about five college students who accidentally unleash an evil force; contains adult language; $20 adults, $18 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 8 p.m.; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

SATURDAY
Oct. 17
BEGINNING PHOTOSHOP CLASS: Organize, edit and enhance digital photos, and show off your creativity. Preregistration is required; $59; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, Redmond campus, 2030 S.E. College Loop, Redmond; 541-383-7270 or http://noncredit.cocc.edu.
CENTRAL OREGON PET EXPO: Featuring JD Platt’s K9 Kings Flying Dog Show, workshops, a vaccine clinic and a variety of pet exhibits; $5, $4 ages 55 and older and free ages 16 and younger; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-815-2639.
YOU CAN DRAW!: Explore a series of exercises that will enhance your natural ability to draw. Learn skills including volume, perspective, gesture, contour, negative space, shading and line. All materials provided; $49; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, Redmond campus, 2030 S.E. College Loop, Redmond; 541-383-7270 or http://noncredit.cocc.edu.
FALL FEMME FESTIVAL: Celebrate the spirit of women. Vendors, raffle drawings, spa treatments including massage, manicure, facials, and acupuncture and mini workshops on gardening, finances and life goals. Tickets are available online and by phone; $20; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; St. Charles Bend, 2500 N.E. Neff Road, Bend; 541-385-0750 or www.wrcco.org.
FALL HOME SHOW: Exhibitors showcase remodeling, decorating and landscaping products at this home and garden show; $5, $4 ages 55 and older and free ages 16 and younger; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-389-1058 or www.centraloregonshow.com.
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT : Children will receive climbing instruction and play games, in addition to other activities; $15 for one child and $8 for each additional child; Preregister the Friday before.; InClimb Gym, 1182 Centennial Court, Bend; 541-388-6764.
HAUNT AT JUNIPER HOLLOW AND DARK INTENTIONS HAUNTED HOUSES: Fourth annual event features two haunted houses; recommended for ages 12 and older; proceeds benefit the Oregon Athletic & Educational Foundation; wednesdays and Thursdays: $10, $17 both haunts; Fridays and Saturdays: $12, $20 both haunts; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-382-2390, info@scaremegood.com or www.scaremegood.com.
“EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL”: Musical comedy about five college students who accidentally unleash an evil force; contains adult language; $20 adults, $18 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 8 p.m.; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

SUNDAY
Oct. 18
FALL HOME SHOW: Exhibitors showcase remodeling, decorating and landscaping products at this home and garden show; $5, $4 ages 55 and older and free ages 16 and younger; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-389-1058 or www.centraloregonshow.com.
“EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL”: Musical comedy about five college students who accidentally unleash an evil force; contains adult language; $20 adults, $18 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 6 p.m.; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

Spanish immersion for kids
R.I.C.E. (Redmond Inter-Cultural Exchange) is now hosting a Spanish Immersion Group for Children and Compañeros Friends for Adults and Teens Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the Redmond COCC campus, Building 3. The children’s group is open to kids 3 to 12. Parents must attend or volunteer for the session. Registration is required and a there is a $5 monthly materials fee for each child. Information: Barb, 541-447-0732.

English as a Second Language
St. Albans Episcopal Church is sponsoring a nine-week one-on-one English as a Second Language class for adults, beginning Oct. 19. The classes will be held Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and require a $5 materials fee. Work materials are available for students who are not proficient in their native language as well. To register call 541-548-7087.

Centennial dinner and auction
The Redmond Centennial Committee is now taking reservations for a fundraising dinner Oct. 10, at the Redmond Humane Society Event Center, 1355 N.E. Hemlock Ave. The Redmond Centennial will take place in 2010. The dinner will raise funds to support the events, school and community projects, and commemorative structures of the Centennial. Cost is $50 per person or $500 for a reserved table of eight. Volunteers are needed for the event. Information: 541-385-7988 or www.ci.redmond.or.us.

COCC continuing education
COCC’s Continuing Education Department is offering the following classes this fall at the Redmond campus:
Computer Essentials I, Oct. 13 and 20, 6-9 p.m. Class suited for absolute beginners. Cost is $49.
Healthy Horses, Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 12 through Nov. 16. Learn about horse nutrition, vital signs, recognizing emergency situations, bandaging and first aid, vaccinations, and health problems such as colic and founder from a local veterinarian. Cost is $59. Preregistration is required for all classes. Information: 541-383-7270 or http://noncredit.cocc.edu.