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Perch, Paint & Bloom – Oregon Birds: Chickadee
Join us for the third gathering in our Perch, Paint & Bloom: Oregon Birds series! This month, we’ll paint a cheerful chickadee perched atop a vibrant sunflower, a sweet, joy-filled scene celebrating the beauty of Oregon’s birds and blooms.No painting experience is needed. You’ll be guided step by step in a relaxed, welcoming setting, with all materials included. Come gather, create and enjoy a peaceful, alcohol-free evening at Sunnyside Up Farm.Gather. Create. Grow.No skills required • All m
High Dessert Museum x Willamette Valley Vineyards: Art in the West 2026
Please join us for a special event at the High Desert Museum. Explore the Art in the West exhibit, experience a live bird encounter and meet local artists, all while enjoying a curated wine flight and small bites.Tickets are $65 per person, or $55 for Willamette Owners/Members along with High Desert Museum Members , and include access to the exhibit and accompanying silent auction, wine flight, small bites and a $10 bottle credit.A portion of our ticket sales will be donated back to the museum.T
Italian Wine Tasting
For all those Italian wine lovers! Join us for an evening with southeastern Sicily’s Cantina Gulfi and winemaker Matteo Catania, a renowned champion of Sicilian varieties. Explore this distinctive volcanic & Mediterranean terroir through the lens of Gulfi’s library and find out why Sicilian wines are today’s buzzy selections.The post Italian Wine Tasting appeared first on Visit Bend.
Mandala-Stenciled Totes
Create a beautiful, personalized cotton tote bag in this fun and beginner-friendly fabric stenciling class!Choose from a variety of intricate mandala stencil designs and learn simple techniques for applying fabric paints to create crisp, vibrant patterns you’ll be proud to carry. Experiment with color blending and layering to make your tote uniquely your own, whether you prefer bold, eye-catching hues or soft, subtle tones.This is Part 2 of the Dyeing/Stenciling classes. If you missed the
Cascades Futurity and Aged Event
Where horse meets cow… and instinct takes over.The Cascades Futurity and Aged Event rides into Redmond September 1st through 13th at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon.Experience one of the West’s premier cutting horse competitions as elite Open, Non-Pro, Amateur, and Youth riders compete for over $680,000 in payouts and prizes. Cutting is one of the most exciting western equine sports, where horse and rider work together to separate a single cow from the herd
Ten Oregon startups named early stage semifinalists for Bend Venture Conference
Economic Development for Central Oregon announced Tuesday that 10 Oregon-based startups have been selected as Early Stage semifinalists for the 23rd annual Bend Venture Conference. The main conference ...
Summit High School is becoming first school in Oregon to be Project Adam certified
A Bend mother whose daughter survived cardiac arrest on a soccer field is helping bring Oregon's first Project Adam-certified school to Summit High.
Karaoke
<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:</p><p>Karaoke in the Pub</p><p>Tuesday Nights</p><p>7 PM – Late<br />21+</p><p>$3 OFF ALL DRINKS!<br />Sing your heart out on our pub stage every Tuesday night!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/karaoke/2026-09-15/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Karaoke
<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:</p><p>Karaoke in the Pub</p><p>Tuesday Nights</p><p>7 PM – Late<br />21+</p><p>$3 OFF ALL DRINKS!<br />Sing your heart out on our pub stage every Tuesday night!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/karaoke-2/2026-09-15/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Bingo!
<p>Have fun, win $$, and help out a local non profit. Cards $1 – $5</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/bingo/2026-09-15/">Bingo!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Beginner Linocut
<p>Come learn the art of Linocut! In this beginner class, you will pick a design, learn the techniques of carving into the block, and use ink to print on cardstock.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/beginner-linocut/">Beginner Linocut</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Cascades Futurity and Aged Event
Where horse meets cow… and instinct takes over.The Cascades Futurity and Aged Event rides into Redmond September 1st through 13th at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon.Experience one of the West’s premier cutting horse competitions as elite Open, Non-Pro, Amateur, and Youth riders compete for over $680,000 in payouts and prizes. Cutting is one of the most exciting western equine sports, where horse and rider work together to separate a single cow from the herd
The Old Mill District’s 25th Anniversary Celebration
The Old Mill District in Bend marks its 25th anniversary this year with a series of celebrations honoring a quarter-century of transformation along the Deschutes River.This September our Silver Jubilee is featuring in-store specials, unique dining experiences, giveaways, and community events throughout the district. Enjoy specialty sundaes, limited-edition candles, complimentary coffee, and art raffles, just to name a few!The post The Old Mill District’s 25th Anniversary Celebration appear
Trail Blazers bring the Rip City Rally to Bend, Prineville, Madras
The Trail Blazers brought the Rip City Rally to Bend this week, kicking off a four-city Central Oregon tour with giveaways, games and a three-point competition ahead of the 2026 season.
Voting is open: Can a Bend-made espresso vodka win Coolest Thing Made in Oregon?
Crater Lake Spirits' Hazelnut Espresso Vodka is one of 16 finalists in Oregon Business & Industry's 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest. Voting in the first round runs through Sept. 28.
$4 Pints ~ Monday Night Football
<p>Fall, Football, Food Truck Deals, $4 Pints & Brewery Swag Giveaways.<br />Every Monday we bring the enthusiasm. 6 Big Screen TVs and game sound ON!<br />Also enjoy $4 Ciders and $1 off wine</p><p>*check our website for brewery line-up</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/4-pints-monday-night-football/2026-09-14/">$4 Pints ~ Monday Night Football</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Creative Circle
Join Us for a Creative Gathering!Craving a creative community?Join our gathering for practicing artists of any medium and any stage. We will connect, reflect on creative practice, share progress and challenges, and find inspiration and community.The Creative Circle is for people:Working with any creative mediumWho want rich conversations about craft, process, and progressInterested in gathering with other creatives for energy, inspiration, and accountabilityAt any stage in their creative pursuit
Duck race raises millions for local nonprofits in Central Oregon
Vibrant rubber ducks filled the Deschutes River on Sunday for the 37th Great Drake Park Duck Race in Central Oregon. Because ...
New Oregon tax credit rewards companies creating net new jobs
Oregon employers creating net new jobs can now apply for the Qualified Jobs Creation Tax Credit. The state income tax credit ...
Oregon leaders speak out in favor of clean transportation
Central Oregon leaders are speaking out in favor of clean transportation, just as Congress is expected to vote on a bill to ...