Event calendar

7/6 Wednesday

PRESCHOOL PARADE STORY TIME: Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children ages 3 to 5, every Wednesday; 10:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1055.

MUSIC IN THE CANYON: The Stunt Poets perform finely tuned rock and roll from all over the Northwest and mix it up with music, poetry and stunts; 5:30-8 p.m.; Redmond Rotary Arts Pavilion, American Legion Park, 850 S.W. Rimrock Way; 541-504-6878.

7/7 Thursday

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

BABY STEPS STORY TIME: A gentle story time for infants to 18 months, every Thursday; 11 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1055.

LIBRARY ART COMMITTEE MEETING: Features the works of local artists. First Thursday of each month. New members always welcome; 5-6 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1064.

MUNCH & MUSIC: Event includes a performance by funk/soul act Tracorum, food and arts and crafts booths, children’s area and more; dogs prohibited; free; 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 N.W. Riverside Blvd., Bend; www.munchandmusic.com.

7/8 Friday

REDMOND FRIDAY FARMERS MARKET: Vendors sell a selection of produce, cheese, breads, coffee, meat, eggs, poultry and more; free admission; 3-7 p.m.; Redmond Greenhouse, 4101 S. U.S. Highway 97; 541-604-5156 or redmondfridaymarket@gmail.com.

ARt aROUND THE CLOCK: Outdoor art gallery opening; downtown Redmond and Centennial Park; musc, food, wine; 5-8 p.m.; 541-923-7763.

7/9 Saturday

SUNRISE SUMMER CLASSIC: 5K, 10K and half-marathon races, with a kids rock race; registration required; proceeds benefit the Redmond Parks Foundation, I Run for Eva Trust Fund and FISH Food Pantry; $25-$40; 7 a.m.; Smith Rock State Park, 9241 N.E. Crooked River Drive, Terrebonne; 541-548-7501 or www.smithrockrace.com.

ALISON KRAUSS & UNION STATION: The Grammy-winning country act performs, with Jerry Douglas; $39, $62 reserved, plus fees; 6:30 p.m., doors open 5 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-318-5457 or www.bendconcerts.com.

7/11 Monday

DOWNTOWN: Redmond Urban Renewal Advisory Committee; 5 p.m.; public welcome; city hall, conference room A, 716 SW Evergreen Ave.; agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us.

7/12 Tuesday

REDMOND FARMERS MARKET: 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Centennial Park, Seventh Street and Evergreen Avenue; 541-550-0066 or www.localharvest.org/redmond-farmers-market-M31522.

REDMOND CITY COUNCIL: 6:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; public welcome, council chambers, 777 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; agenda at www.ci.redmond.or.us.

ADVENTURE CORPS: Weekly Creative Program for ages 6-11. Tour the world through stories, games and crafts; 1:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1050.

TUESDAY MARKET AT EAGLE CREST: Free admission; 2-6 p.m.; Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; 541-633-9637 or info@sustainableflame.com.

7/13 Wednesday

PRESCHOOL PARADE STORY TIME: Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children ages 3 to 5, every Wednesday; 10:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1055.

MUSIC ON THE GREEN: Featuring country music by the Brian Hanson Band; food vendors available; free; 6-7:30 p.m.; Sam Johnson Park, Southwest 15th Street, Redmond; 541-923-5191 or redmondsummerconcerts.com.

RAPRD: board of directors meeting; 6:45 a.m.; public welcome; Cascade Swim Center, 465 S.W. Rimrock Way; agenda at www.raprd.org.

SCHOOL BOARD: Redmond School District; 5:30 p.m.; public welcome; district office, 145 S.E. Salmon Ave.; agenda at www.redmond.k12.or.us.

fire distRICT: Redmond Fire and Rescue board of directors; 7 p.m.; public welcome; 341 N.W. Dogwood Ave.; information at 541-505-5000.

7/14 Thursday

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

BABY STEPS STORY TIME: A gentle story time for infants to 18 months, every Thursday; 11 a.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1055.

7/15 Friday

REDMOND FRIDAY FARMERS MARKET: Vendors sell a selection of produce, cheese, breads, coffee, meat, eggs, poultry and more; free admission; 3-7 p.m.; Redmond Greenhouse, 4101 S. U.S. Highway 97; 541-604-5156 or redmondfridaymarket@gmail.com.

7/19 Tuesday

REDMOND FARMERS MARKET: 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Centennial Park, Seventh Street and Evergreen Avenue; 541-550-0066 or www.localharvest.org/redmond-farmers-market-M31522.

ADVENTURE CORPS: Weekly Creative Program for ages 6-11. Tour the world through stories, games and crafts; 1:30 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1050

TUESDAY MARKET AT EAGLE CREST: Free admission; 2-6 p.m.; Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; 541-633-9637 or info@sustainableflame.com.

Get early-bird pricing for Sisters folk fest

Sisters Folk Festival Inc.  has announced a new pre-sale ticket offer for this year’s festival.

Ticket buyers who take advantage of early-bird pricing, available through July 31, will automatically be included in a drawing to be held during the festival. The winner of the drawing will receive a package containing: 2011 festival T-shirt,  blanket,  Hydro Flask water bottle, 2011  poster, two all-event passes to the 2012 Sisters Folk Festival, and two tickets to the 2011 Winter Concert Series show of his or her choice.

Festival goers who have already purchased tickets will be included in the drawing.

The all-event pass includes entry to all performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Early-bird passes are available for $85 through July 31, then the price increases to $95.

This year’s lineup features the world-class talents of Dave Alvin, Steve Forbert, Mary Gauthier, Willy Porter, Chatham County Line, Tony Furtado, Anais Mitchell, Rita Hosking & Cousin Jack, Hoots & Hellmouth, Cow Bop, JT & the Clouds, Johnsmith, Dala, Matt the Electrician, Thad Beckman Band, Nathaniel Talbot Band, Sweet Talk Radio, Willie Carmichael, Heroes of Telemark, Laura Curtis and more.

To catch the early-bird passes before they’re gone, visit www.sistersfolkfestival.org or call the office at 541-549-4979. You can also e-mail info@sistersfolkfestival.org with any questions.

For additional updates visit Sisters Folk Festival’s newly redesigned Facebook and Twitter pages.

Hear swing music at the Riverhouse

The Riverhouse in Bend invites you to put on your dancin’ shoes and join in the fun every second and fourth Sunday of the month. Swing Sundays with Betty Berger Big Band are scheduled for: July 10, 24, Aug. 14, 28, Sept. 11, 25, Oct. 9, 23, Nov. 13, 27, and Dec. 11, from 6 to 9 p.m.

There is a $7 cover charge per person. Crossings dinner and lounge menus will be available throughout the evening.

Please call 541-389-8810 for dinner reservations in the Crossings lounge on Big Band Sundays, so you can be accommodated.

Learn about assorted health topics at SCMC

St. Charles Family Care in Redmond is offering activities to help you and your family stay healthy this summer.

July 11-15 is mental health week, with an introduction to Dr. Kim Swanson.

July 18-22 is activities week. Learn where to hike and bike in Central Oregon and myths about exercise and eating healthy.

July 25-29 is diabetes week, with free glucose testing and seminars.

In addition, on July 16 there will be a bike/walk through the Dry Canyon; a Dry Canyon wildlife trek July 23; and a Smith Rock hike Aug. 27.

St. Charles Family Care is located at 211 N.W. Larch Ave. For more information call 541-548-2164.

Parent orientation for sports leagues

Redmond Area Park and Recreation District reminds parents that PAYS (Parent Association for Youth Sports) Orientation is required for parents of every sports league participant to complete prior to registration.

This 45-minute orientation is designed to educate and motivate parents to create a youth sports environment that is safe, positive, meaningful and fun for all involved. PAYS training is good for two years.

RAPRD offers free orientation. One will be offered Thursday, July 14, at 6:45 p.m. at the RAPRD Activity Center. If unable to make one of the classes, PAYS  is available online for a $6 charge at http://paysonline.nays.org.

NAYS (National Associates for Youth Sports) Coach’s Clinic is required for all coaches. This coach’s clinic is for Pre-K to fourth grade.

All coaches are required to fill out a coach’s volunteer form and consent to a background check. This is a free clinic.

Sign up by calling 541-548-7275, fax to 541-548-6067, or visit www.raprd.org for more information.

RAPRD has much to offer in the way of indoor and outdoor activities this summer.

Take the family on a day hike, enroll in a dance or swim class, learn a new sport, spend a day at KAH-NEE-TA, brush up on your babysitting skills and more.

541-548-7275, www.raprd.org.

The registration deadline to sign up to be a part of the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of The Secret Garden is July 8.

Auditions will be held Aug. 8 for children in grades one through 12, and two performances will take place on Saturday, Aug. 13. Four assistant directors are needed, ages 12-18. There is no fee to participate. Contact RAPRD at 541-548-7275 or www.raprd.org for more information.