Event calendar

Stamp Out Hunger food drive

On Saturday, May 14, postal routes all over Central Oregon and beyond will participate in the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Simply leave a sturdy bag containing non-perishable foods next to your mailbox prior to the time of regular mail delivery on May 14. The local letter carriers will collect donations from homes across the city and deliver them to NeighborImpact and other local food banks.

Supporting the drive this year are Campbell Soup Company, the U.S. Postal Service, Feeding America, Valpak, the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association, the AFL-CIO, United Way Worldwide, National Association of Letter Carriers, Uncle Bob’s Self Storag e and city officials.

Contact Charlene Handsaker at 541-815-7111 or cowhawks@hotmail.com for more information.

Learning Center fundraiser

The second annual Little Rascals Dinner and Auction will be held Friday, May 6, during Mother’s Day weekend. Tickets are available at Redmond’s Green Plow Coffee Roasters and D&D Realty offices.

The event is located at Eagle Crest Resort and will include live entertainment by Bellavia, silent and live auctions, raffle prizes and a fabulous buffet dinner. Cost is $40 for an individual and $70 for couples.

This event is being organized entirely by volunteers. All proceeds will help Redmond Learning Center and Child Care financially support lower-income families, daily operations, and replace needed equipment.

Lions change meeting day

The Lions Club of Redmond will hold a luncheon the second Tuesday of each month from 12-1 p.m. at Rumor’s restaurant. A dinner and social time are scheduled for the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7 p.m. Anyone with questions is asked to contact Tom Bessonette at 541-647-9807 or tombessonette@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY

April 13

HORSE-DRAWN AUCTION AND SWAP: Auctions of items including buggies, wagons, sleighs and farm implements; with workshops, demonstrations and clinics; free; Jefferson County Fair Complex, 430 S W Fairgrounds Road, Madras; 800-876-2893 or www.smallfarmersjournal.com.

PRESCHOOL PARADE STORY TIME: Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children ages 3 -5, every Wednesday; 10:15 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S W Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055.

SCHOOL BOARD: Redmond School Board meeting, public welcome; 5:30 p.m.; 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; 7 p.m.; 341 N W Dogwood Ave.; 541-504-5000.

SENIOR TECH PROGRAM: Computer savvy teens teach seniors technologies to keep in touch with faraway family and friends, focusing on Facebook, cell phones and digital cameras. Registrants must be 60 or better. Register at 541-548-8817; 6:15 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S W Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1050.

AUTHOR PRESENTATION: Jane Kirkpatrick reads from her book “The Daughter’s Walk”; free; 6:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 422 S W Sixth St., Redmond; 541-526-1491.

THURSDAY

April 14

HORSE-DRAWN AUCTION AND SWAP: See April 13 for details.

RV, BOAT SHOW AND ATV SALE: See new floor plans and technology advances for 2011; free; 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S W Airport Way, Redmond; 541-322-2184.

BABY STEPS STORY TIME: A gentle story time for infants to 18 months; 10:30 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S W Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055.

GOOD CHAIR, GREAT BOOKS: Read and discuss “Kapitoil” by Teddy Wayne; bring a lunch; free; noon; Redmond Public Library, 827 S W Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1050 or www.deschuteslibrary.org/calendar.

TEEN THURSDAY, OPEN DAY: Second Thursday of each month, hang out with your friends and listen to music. Games and drawing supplies available. Free snacks, grades 6-12; 3-4:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S W Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055 or mercedesh@dpls.us.

FRIDAY

April 15

HORSE-DRAWN AUCTION AND SWAP: See April 13 for details.

RV, BOAT SHOW AND ATV SALE: See April 14 for details.

AUTHOR SIGNING: Tatjana Soli will sign copies of “The Lotus Eaters,” refreshments provided, discount on featured book; free; 5 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters; 541-549-0866.

WALK THE ART BEAT YOUTH SHOW: A spring showcase of local youth art and music at participating businesses; free; 5-8 p.m.; downtown Redmond; 541-923-2411.

SATURDAY

April 16

CANCER FUNDRAISER: Spaghetti dinner and dance to raise funds for cancer research; hosted by Redmond VFW Auxiliary; members will model Easter bonnets they designed, which will be auctioned; 5:30 p.m.; $8 per person for dinner, dance $6; reservations recommended, 541-548-4108 or 541-923-8591.

HORSE-DRAWN AUCTION AND SWAP: See April 13 for details.

RV, BOAT SHOW AND ATV SALE: See April 14 for details.

SWIM-A-THON: Annual fundraiser for Cascade Aquatic Club; free for spectators; 9-11 a.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 S W Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-548-7275.

FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION : Residents of Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Douglas, Josephine and Lane counties need only provide their driver’s license to visit the museum for free ; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Drive, Goldendale; 509-773-3733.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Discuss “Kapitoil” and how Islam plays a role in the novel by Teddy Wayne; part of “A Novel Idea ... Read Together”; free; 11 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S W Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1050 or www.deschuteslibrary.org/calendar.

OPEN TUMBLING: Ages 5-11, come practice your tumbling moves, instructor will be on hand; $3; 3-4 p.m.; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District, Activity Center, 335 SE Jackson St., Redmond; 541-548-7275.

ZUMBA FOR A CAUSE: Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society; arrive at least 30 minutes early to register; first 30 participants receive Relay for Life bracelet. All participants will be in the drawing for a $50 RAC gift card; tax-deductible donation of $10 requested (cash or check); 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Redmond Athletic Club, 1717 NE Second St., Redmond; 541-923-6662.

“HOT FLASHES”: A presentation of the musical comedy about a five-woman band in their 40s to 70s; proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society and Bend Relay for Life; $35 or $40; 7 p.m., doors open 6 p.m.; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; 541-317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.

COMEDYCORE UNDERGROUND: Central Oregon comedians perform; ages 21 and older; $10; 7:30 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m.; The Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend; ryan@thewhitebull.com or www.bendticket.com.

MIDDLE SCHOOL COSMIC SWIM: Middle school students only, a fun time with friends, swimming, games, music and other activities, must have student ID to get in; $2.50; 8-10 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-548-7275.

SUNDAY

April 17

FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION : Residents of Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Douglas, Josephine and Lane counties need only provide their driver’s license to visit the museum for free ; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Drive, Goldendale; 509-773-3733.

RV, BOAT SHOW AND ATV SALE: See April 14 for details.

REDMOND COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSOCIATION PERFORMANCE: Il Voce performs a vocal popera concert; $50 season ticket, $105 family ticket; 2 and 6:30 p.m.; Redmond High School, 675 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; 541-350-7222 or http://redmondcca.org.

TUESDAY

April 19

“HATCH, MATCH & DISPATCH — A CLOSER LOOK AT VITAL RECORDS RESEARCH”: Bend Genealogical Society presents a program by Nancy Noble; free; 10 a.m.; Rock Arbor Villa, Williamson Hall, 2200 NE U.S. Highway 20, Bend; 541-317-8978,541-317-9553 or www.orgenweb.org/deschutes/bend-gs.

CITY COUNCIL: Redmond City Council meeting; public welcome; 6:45 a.m.; 777 SW Deschutes Ave.; agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us.

PUBLIC ART: Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places meeting; public welcome; 4:30 p.m.; conference room A; 716 SW Evergreen Ave.; agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission meeting; public welcome; 7 p.m.; agenda items include extension of land use approvals, signage rules, and residential zones; 777 SW Deschutes Ave.; full agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us.

TODDLIN’ TALES STORY TIME: For children 18-36 months and caregiver, every Tuesday; 10:15 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055.

WEDNESDAY

April 20

OREGON ALCOHOL SERVER PERMIT TRAINING: Meets the minimum requirements by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission to obtain the alcohol server permit. Registration required; $35; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Abby’s Pizza, 1938 S. U.S. Highway 97, Redmond; 541-447-6384 or www.happyhourtraining.com.

PRESCHOOL PARADE STORY TIME: Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children ages 3 -5, every Wednesday; 10:15 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055.

THURSDAY

April 21

BABY STEPS STORY TIME: A gentle story time for infants to 18 months; 10:30 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1055.

TEEN THURSDAY, GAME DAY: Video and board games. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. Third Thursday of each month is teen day; 3-4:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1050.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Professor Reshmi Dutt-Ballerstad talks about identity and belonging, and how migration affects immigrants’ relationships with former homes; free; 6:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; 541-312-1050 or www.deschuteslibrary.org/calendar.

FLAMENCO EN LAS AMERICAS: Savannah Fuentes performs traditional flamenco; $18 in advance, $23 at the door, $10 students, $7 children; 7:30 p.m.; Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend; 541-317-0700 or www.towertheatre.org.

FRIDAY

April 22

“TWO FACES OF THE ALPS — FRENCH AND ITALIAN”: Hilloah Rohr talks about two different areas of the Alps, with photos; free; 6:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 422 SW Sixth St., Redmond; 541-526-1491.

SATURDAY

April 23

REDMOND GRANGE BREAKFAST: Featuring sourdough pancakes, eggs, ham, coffee and more; $5, $3 ages 11 and younger; 7-10:30 a.m.; Redmond Grange, 707 SW Kalama Ave., Redmond; 541-480-4495.

EARTH DAY FAIR: Featuring booths, volunteer projects, live music, craft and costume making, a parade of creatures and more; free; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; American Legion Park, 850 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; www.redmondearthday.com.

“VOLCANO COUNTRY” PRESENTATION: U.S. Forest Service Geologist Bart Wills explains how volcanoes and glaciers created the diverse High Desert landscapes; included in the price of admission; $10 adults, $9 ages 65 and older, $6 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger; 2 p.m.; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; 541-382-4754 or www.highdesertmuseum.org.