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Live Afternoon Ballad Rock & Blues featuring the “Rockchucks” at Maragas Winery

The Rockchucks – Classic Ballad Rock and Blues duo. The real deal! Immerse yourself into the tunes you grew up with.Complimentary for our Winery patrons.Winery Opens at 11:30am, Live Music begins at 1pm and finishes at 3:30pm, with winery closing at 5pm.Winery open for tasting, drinks, and apps from 11:30 to 5pm. Please no pets and no outside food or beverages. We’re excited to welcome you to the winery for an afternoon of live music, award winning wine, local brew, and tasty apps.The pos

Parkside Place Grand Opening Weekend

Join us all weekend long, Saturday, April 11th and Sunday, April 12th from 12 PM to 5 PM, for the grand opening of our brand-new model home in Parkside Place!Kick things off on Saturday from 12 PM to 2 PM with complimentary drinks from Travelin’ Tom’s of Bend, our treat. Plus, enjoy swag, sweet treats, and exciting giveaways happening throughout the entire weekend.Come explore, celebrate, and be among the first to experience it all, we can’t wait to see you there!Directions: From Bend, follow US

Santa’s Elf at The Monkless Brasserie

Winter’s crisp air is here, the lights are twinkling, and a little North Pole magic is heading to The Monkless Brasserie. Gather the family, step inside our warm, festive space, and enjoy lunch surrounded by the glow of holiday decorations & the spirit of the season.Rumor has it that one of Santa’s very own elves will be slipping away from the workshop to pay us a special visit. She’ll arrive at noon, eager to say hello, share some cheer, and listen closely to what each kid hopes to find und

Red Bull Roll the Dice

Red Bull Roll the Dice is coming to Mt. Bachelor on Saturday, April 11th! This epic snowboarding event is a jib contest where each competitor will roll the dice to pick which trick they have to stomp. You will have two attempts to make the exact trick. If you fail, you are eliminated. The last contestant standing will be the overall winner. Register to ensure you don’t miss out on the action! All snowboarding levels are welcome but you must be 16 years or older to participate.The post Red

Small Mobile Workshop

Free · Drop-in · Age: 8 and up.Create a small, one-of-a-kind mobile using local natural materials and glass beads. In this relaxed, drop-in workshop, participants can make a simple mobile in about 30 minutes. You’re welcome to bring your own natural elements—such as twigs, seed pods, leaves, or small stones—or choose from a selection provided.While visiting, you’re also invited to explore the exhibition, contribute to the immersive black-light installation Bloom, and take part in A Sense of Plac

Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812

“Bend’s Biggest Party” From Dave Malloy comes an electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Fresh off Broadway, The Greenhouse stages this lofty and immersive production! Come join the drama and wonderful music with 11 actors, 8 pit members, and all the delectible storytelling.The post Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 appeared first on Visit Bend.

Jazz Central Winter Concert

<p>Jazz Central tickets on sale now! We’re back with another night swingin’ vocal jazz… along with great desserts and drinks.<br />Get your tickets before they’re gone!<br />https://givebutter.com/jazz-central-winter2026</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/jazz-central-winter-concert/">Jazz Central Winter Concert</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

Commissioners urge families to learn about the risks of cannabis use

During a Deschutes County Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, April 1, County Health Services shared emerging medical findings, scientific data and local public health concerns about adolescent cannabis use in the county. Staff said early cannabis use has been linked to a greater risk of mental health problems, including anxiety and mood changes, and may also affect school performance and physical health.

Investment Advisory Committee

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

County seeks volunteer for Wolf Depredation Compensation and Finance Assistance Committee

Deschutes County is accepting applications for one open position on the Wolf Depredation Compensation and Financial Assistance Committee. The volunteer position is for a member of the public who supports wolf conservation or coexistence with wolves. Applications will be accepted through May 4.

Weekly Road Construction Update - April 12 to April 18

Projects Administered by Deschutes CountySouth Century Drive/Huntington Road Intersection Improvement (La Pine Area) – Crews will be doing excavation, grading and concrete work.

Eggy w/ Taper’s Choice

Eggy:Eggy is redefining the modern jam band experience with a blend of rich songwriting, exploratory improvisation, and magnetic live energy. The Connecticut-based quartet—Jake Brownstein (guitar, vocals), Dani Battat (keys, vocals), Mike Goodman (bass, vocals), and Alex Bailey (drums, vocals)—has built a reputation for emotionally resonant songs and live performances that turn every set into an unpredictable, communal experience.Taper’s Choice:California’s fastest rising top tier jamband, Taper

Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812

FOLKTALES: Film Screening & Discussion

FOLKTALES: Film Screening & DiscussionThursday, April 9 | 6–8:45 PMWith Emmy-Winning & Oscar-NominatedFilmmaker Rachel GradyExhausted by loneliness, social anxiety, and all the crushing barrage of pressures felt by their generation, FOLKTALES tells the timely and emotional story of three teenagers who leave the comforts of home to enroll in a traditional “folk high school” in the wilds of northernmost Norway.Dropped in the arctic wilderness for one year, Hege, Romain, and Bjørn Tore must

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Black Violin

Step into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour, where GRAMMY-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. This tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys, discovering that even as we evolve, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose.From high school orchestra classmates to groundbreak

Indigenous Speakers Series: A Recipe for Resilience

Locally harvested, pre-contact foods are a testament to the resilience of Native lifestyles and should be part of our modern kitchens. Founder and CEO of Indigikitchen Mariah Gladstone (Blackfeet/ Cherokee) is leading the way in a food movement that is revitalizing these important foods. She will discuss the history of Indigenous food systems, as well as the relationship between cultural identity, health, and native plants and animals.The post Indigenous Speakers Series: A Recipe for Resilience

Robert Biale Wine Tasting Seminar

Biale Vineyards is revered for its expressive and well-balanced Napa Valley Zinfandels and Petit Sirah, along with its signature focus on ‘old vines’ and heritage grape growing. Join us in welcoming David ‘Coach’ Todd as he guides us through 5 wines from the estate’s collection. Reservations required. Seating limited.The post Robert Biale Wine Tasting Seminar appeared first on Visit Bend.

No Board of County Commissioners meeting scheduled for April 13th