7.26.2011

Event calendar

7/27 Wednesday
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.; 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 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 Big Band music by the Notables Swing Band; food vendors available; free; 6-7:30 p.m.; Sam Johnson Park, Southwest 15th Street, Redmond; 541-923-5191 or redmondsummerconcerts.com.
 7/28 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.
MUNCH & MUSIC: Event includes a performance by ska swing band Cherry Poppin Daddies, food and arts and crafts booths, children’s area and more; dogs prohibited; free; 5:30 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 N.W. Riverside Blvd., Bend; www.munchandmusic.com.
 CENTRAL OREGON WRITERS GUILD MEETING: Building 3 Room 309, poet John Sibley Williams speaks; free; 6:30-9 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, Redmond campus, 2030 S.E. College Loop, Redmond; 541-923-0896, elsiemariewrites@gmail.com or www.CentralOregonWritersGuild.com.
 7/29 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.
CHRISTOPHER LEEBRICK PRESENTATION: Part of “One World, Many Stories,” Leebrick uses the harmonica, flute and a flexible voice to teach and entertain. All ages welcome; 4 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1050.
 7/30 Saturday
STORYTELLING FESTIVAL: Stories brought to life by award-winning performers through voice, unique talents, audience participation, humor and creativity. All ages welcome. Admission is by free ticket, available at all Deschutes public libraries July 16; 1 p.m.; Tower Theatre, 835 N.W. Wall St., Bend; 541-617-7099.
 7/31 Sunday
SUMMER SUNDAY CONCERT: The Americana act The David Mayfield Parade performs; free; 2:30 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-322-9383 or www.bendconcerts.com.
 8/2 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.
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.
ARTWORK UNVEILING & FUNDRAISER: Jennifer Lake painting unveiling. Lake will be on hand to autograph purchased prints during the event. Light refreshments will be served; free; 6 p.m.; Humane Society of Redmond, 1355 N.E. Hemlock Ave.; 541-923-0882.
 8/3 Wednesday
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $10, $6 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger and 62 and older; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
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: Hangar 52, Central Oregon’s classic rock band, performs. Food vendors available; 5:30-8 p.m.; Redmond Rotary Arts Pavilion, American Legion Park, 850 S.W. Rimrock Way; 541-504-6878.
DESCHUTES COUNTY RODEO: Northwest Professional Rodeo Association-sanctioned performance features riding, roping, tying and more; free with admission to the Deschutes County Fair; 6:30 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
THE GUESS WHO: The rock group performs; free with fair admission and ticket (available from 105.7 FM or McDonalds); 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
 8/4 Thursday
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $10, $6 ages 62 and older, free ages 12 and younger; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
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.
MUNCH & MUSIC: Event includes a performance by swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, food and arts and crafts booths, children’s area and more; dogs prohibited; free; 5:30 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 N.W. Riverside Blvd., Bend; www.munchandmusic.com.
 AUTHOR PRESENTATION: William Sullivan talks about his book “Oregon Favorites: Trails and Tales”; with a slide show; free; 6:30 p.m.; Paulina Springs Books, 422 S.W. Sixth St., Redmond; 541-526-1491.
DESCHUTES COUNTY RODEO: Northwest Professional Rodeo Association-sanctioned performance features riding, roping, tying and more; free with admission to the Deschutes County Fair; 6:30 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
CLAY WALKER: The country musician performs during the fair; free with fair admission and ticket (available from 102.9 FM or McDonalds); 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
 8/5 Friday
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $10, $6 ages 6-12 and 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 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
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.
FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK: Event includes art exhibit openings, artist talks, live music, wine and food in downtown Bend and the Old Mill District; free; 5-9 p.m.; throughout Bend.
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.
DESCHUTES COUNTY RODEO: Northwest Professional Rodeo Association-sanctioned performance features riding, roping, tying and more; free with admission to the Deschutes County Fair; 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
REO SPEEDWAGON: The rock band performs during the fair; free with fair admission and ticket (available from 105.7 FM or McDonalds); 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
 8/6 Saturday
SUNRIVER QUILT SHOW AND SALE: The annual outdoor quilt show and sale features quilts and vendors; free; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive; 541-593-3563 or www.mtnmeadowquilters.org.
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $10, $6 ages 6-12 and 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 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS: The punk rock act performs during the fair; free with fair admission and ticket (available from 98.3 FM or McDonalds); 7 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
DESCHUTES COUNTY RODEO: Northwest Professional Rodeo Association-sanctioned performance features riding, roping, tying and more; free with admission to the Deschutes County Fair; 7:30 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
 8/7 Sunday
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $5; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541-548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
FIDDLERS JAM: Listen or dance at the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers Jam; donations accepted; 1-3:30 p.m.; Pine Forest Grange, 63214 N.E. Boyd Acres Road, Bend; 541-447-7395.


Farm to Table dinner planned at Maragas
August’s Bounty – Slow Food High Desert’s 3rd annual Farm to Table Dinner will be held at Maragas Winery in Terrebonne on Aug. 14 at 5 p.m.
Once again, Central Oregon chefs and food producers will join talents to prepare a multicourse, regionally sourced meal – served under the High Desert sky. August’s Bounty has always sold out and the same enthusiasm is expected this year.
Volunteers are also being sought for the event. Contact Judith O’Keefe at slowfoodhighdesert@gmail.com for more details.


Women’s Spanish support group
The Latino Community Association will host a gathering for Spanish-speaking and bilingual women to meet new friends Wednesday, Aug. 17.
The group will meet in Sam Johnson Park in Redmond, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Kids’ dental clinics, free legal consultations, and medical insurance information are also provided by the association.
Call 541-693-3490 in Redmond or 541-382-4366 in Bend for more information.

Summer art classes
Arts Central in Bend offers a variety of classes for children and adults.
Choose from painting, drawing, working with clay, and so much more.
Class fees vary; call 541-617-1317 or visit www.artscentraloregon.org for more details.

RAPRD soccer and cheerleading signups
The registration deadline for fall soccer and fall soccer cheerleading is July 28 through the Redmond Area Park and Recreation District.
Fall soccer for pre-K through fourth grade begins in September. Kick, dribble and pass your way through the eight-week recreational soccer league. The season is Sept. 10 to Oct. 29. All games are played at the High Desert Sports Complex on Saturday with one or two practices per week depending on the volunteer coaches’ schedules. RAPRD provides players with shirts; parents need to provide shin guards and socks.
Fall soccer cheerleading for grades first through eighth runs concurrent with fall soccer and games on Saturday. Practices are one or two times per week depending on volunteer coaches’ schedules. PAYS orientation is required for both programs.
RAPRD 541-548-7275, or visit http://www.raprd.org/.

'Hard Times’ at BendPAC seeks cast
Bend Performing Arts Center (BendPAC) will hold auditions Aug. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m., for its first community production on the MainStage in September. Three males and three females will be cast.
BendPAC will be presenting an adaptation of the famous Studs Terkel book “Hard Times.” Using an all community cast, “Hard Times” will be the kickoff of a community-wide series of events BendPAC is orchestrating in conjunction with Redmond High School, focusing on the theme “Triumph of the Human Spirit.”
“Hard Times” looks at Depression-era America through the eyes of the people who lived it, and demonstrates how our spirit brings us together, neighbor helping neighbor, and allows us to persevere through the most difficult of times.
Auditioners may bring their own prepared monologue or cold read pieces from the play. Portions of the script will be available at the theater during the week leading up to the audition.
The Bend Performing Arts Center is located at 1155 S.W. Division St., #B-8; brad@innovationtw.org or call 541-977-5677.

Mount Hood open for summer fun
Mount Hood National Forest Zigzag Ranger District offers a wide variety of hikes, tours and education programs in August. All programs are free and open to the public. Call 503-622-2033 or visit  www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/ for more information.

COIC free employment workshops
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council is offering free employment workshops in Redmond. The classes are held at COIC Redmond Worksource, 2158 S.E. College Loop, Building 2.
Participants should arrive 30 minutes early to register. For information call Gina at 541-504-2962.
July 27: 11 a.m., How to Fill Out an Online Job Application; 1:45 p.m., Strategies for Job Search.
July 28: 9 a.m., Interviewing (part 2); 11 a.m., Resumes (part 2); 1:45 p.m., Word (part 2); 3:15 p.m., Excel (part 2).
July 29: 9 a.m., Career Testing (part 2); 1:45 p.m., Resumes.
Aug. 1: 9 a.m., Career Testing; 1:45 p.m., Basic Computer Skills for Job Seekers.
Aug. 2: 9 a.m., How to Write a Resume/Cover Letter; 10:45 a.m., How to Interview for a Job; 1:45 p.m., Intro to Word; 3:15 p.m., Intro to Excel.

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