St. Patrick’s Day Celebration: The restaurant serves specialty foods and drinks throughout the day and features a live bagpipe performance by the Cascade Highland Pipe Band at 4pm. 10 am-10pm; McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend; go.evvnt.com/749723-0 or 541-382-5174.
Born to dance: An exciting introduction to dance with pre-ballet courses for 2.5 to 4 year olds; 10: 45-11: 15 a.m. to June 16; $ 47; Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/749801-0 or 541 382 4055.
Brew Day: Craft beer aficionados can see the sights and sounds of the brewing process, and speak to the brewer about a new pale ale and experimental IPA they’re working on. 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW St. Division, Bend; go.evvnt.com/752258-0 or 541-385-3333.
Private Book Sales: Deschutes County’s literacy supporters have opened their 30,000-volume collection of used books for private, individual sales upon request. Call or email literacyindeschutes@gmail.com to reserve a time. 2-4 o’clock; Registration required; Ponderosa Elementary School, 3790 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; go.evvnt.com/747117-0 or 541-977-5341.
Pop-up for St. Patrick’s Day: The brewery offers food and drink specialties as well as a performance by the Cascade Highlander Pipe Band. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/752285-0 or 541-388-8331.
St. Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl: Visit Grace and Hammer Pizza or Wild Ride Brewing to purchase a pub pass that offers discounts on select Redmond drinking holes. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. $ 15; all over Redmond; go.evvnt.com/749196-0 or 541-923-5191.
Mystery Book Club: Discussion on “Murder in Old Bombay” by Nev March; 6-7pm; Roundabout books, online; go.evvnt.com/739552-0 or 541-306-6564.
March Nature Night – Restoration and Reciprocity: In this conversation with Dr. Robin Kimmerer examines the ecological and ethical requirements of healing damage to land and water. 7-8: 30pm; Registration required; on-line; go.evvnt.com/749733-1 or 541-330-0017.
Redmond Northern Lights: The St. Patrick’s Day multimedia light show is projected onto the side of the pizzeria. 7:30 am-9:30am; Grace and Hammer, 641 SW Cascade Ave., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/746291-0 or 541-923-5191.
IndieWomen Film Festival: The second annual festival of virtual film screenings and panels with filmmakers, artists and more runs through Saturday. 7pm to March 20th; $ 35; on-line; go.evvnt.com/752990-1 or 541-388-3378.
City Club Forum – Wildfire, the Human Cost of Disaster: Our March forum will focus discussion on the possible adoption of county and city codes to encourage fire safety measures in our building and landscaping practices .; 12 pm-1pm; on-line; go.evvnt.com/750336-0
CASA Information – Be a Voice for Foster Children: Join the Zoom Virtual 1-hour session to learn more about how to become a court-appointed Special Foster Advocate for Children. 12 pm-1pm; on-line; go.evvnt.com/743012-0 or 541-389-1618.
Ten Spring Birds in Central Oregon: Learn about birds we expect to return to Central Oregon during spring migration, how to identify them, and where you may be lucky enough to spot them. 4 pm-5pm; Registration required; on-line; go.evvnt.com/752846-1 or 541-330-0017.
Spy Pilot – The U-2 Incident and a Controversial Legacy of the Cold War: Gary Powers Jr., son of US Cold War spy Francis Gary Powers, describes the harrowing true events of the Cold War that inspired the film Bridge of Spies to have. This is a live event. It is not recorded; 5 pm-6pm; Deschutes Public Library, online; go.evvnt.com/736627-0 or 406-465-9330.
Thursday Trivia Night: The weekly outdoor trivia game next to the fire pits and heaters. Can be postponed depending on the weather; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/749650-0
CORK Thursday Run: The weekly 3-5 mile run takes place. Runners must maintain social distance on the route and wear masks when entering indoor spaces. Limited to 25 participants; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Crosscut Warming Hut # 5 Tap House, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend; go.evvnt.com/747360-0
Zoom Author Event – Melissa Colasanti: The author will discuss his book “Call Me Elizabeth Lark”. 6-7pm; Roundabout books, online; go.evvnt.com/744154-0 or 541-306-6564.
Trivia on the Moon: The weekly trivia game takes place on the terrace of the brewery. Teams of up to eight players are welcome to reserve a table for a $ 20 deposit (returned when the team is there). 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/749213-0 or 541-388-8331.
Silver Swans – Open Level Ballet Class for Adults: The ballet class is open to ages 35 and up. 8:45 am-9:45pm through June 18; $ 20; Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/749788-0 or 541 382 4055.
Sowing Spring Vegetables for Transplanting: A virtual discussion will take place at Madras Garden Depot on how vegetables can be made from seeds and then planted in your garden. 11 a.m. Madras; go.evvnt.com/752333-0 or 541-475-2068.
Happy Hip Hop !: Get moving with hip hop classes for 4-7 year olds. 2: 50-3: 35 p.m. until June 17th; $ 54; Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/749796-0 or 541 382 4055.
Virtual tasting in the Willamette Valley: The Good Drop Wine Shoppe is hosting a virtual tasting of the vineyard with winery director Christine Clair. 6.30pm-7.30pm; $ 25; Good Drop Wine Shoppe, online; go.evvnt.com/752307-0 or 541-410-1470.
Beginning Swing and Practica on the West Coast: Learn the basics of the swing dance style, including left and right side passes and a sugar burst. There is a ballroom dance after the class. Limited space; 7-10 p.m.; $ 10; The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Bend; go.evvnt.com/752944-0 or 541-401-1635.
Big Butte Challenge: Hikers and runners will climb five Buttes in central Oregon at their own pace whenever their schedule allows, using a GPS-enabled activity tracker to submit efforts before the deadline. 31. May; $ 60; on-line; go.evvnt.com/752281-1 or 541-350-4635.
Subaru Stoke Weekend – Nordic: The first 20 Subarus to arrive at the West Village parking lot (with a valid parking reservation) will receive a bucket bag, priority parking for the day and free coffee from the Subie Shack. 7-10 a.m.; West Village Parking Lot, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend; go.evvnt.com/752841-0 or 541-382-1709.
CORK Saturday Long Run: There is a group run of 5 to 8 miles, limited to 25 participants to ensure social distance. 9-11 a.m.; Thump Roastery, 549 NW York Drive, Bend; go.evvnt.com/752908-0
Spring Eggstravaganza: Treasure hunters of all ages can hunt for precious gold, silver and metallic eggs in the pedestrian streets of The Village. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to April 3; The village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver; go.evvnt.com/752830-0 or 541-593-8704.
Private Book Sales: Deschutes County’s literacy supporters have opened their 30,000-volume collection of used books for private, individual sales upon request. Call or email literacyindeschutes@gmail.com to reserve a time. 10 am-2pm; Registration required; Ponderosa Elementary School, 3790 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; go.evvnt.com/747122-0 or 541-977-5341.
Comedy at Craft: Local comedians Sharif Mohni, Jodi Compton, Steve Harber and Carl Click will perform with special guest Ed Dearment. No door sales. 21 and older; 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. $ 50; Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/752833-1
Redmond Wrestling Fundraiser: A cornhole tournament is held for the benefit of the local wrestling club. Cash only, five games guaranteed, three round robin games and two double eliminations. Giving cash prizes to winners; 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. $ 30; General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/752329-0 or 541-588-0810.
Sunday trivia in the courtyard: The weekly trivia game that takes place outside by the dining car also offers brunch options for four cars with mimosas, beer and hot drinks. 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.; River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; go.evvnt.com/752316-0
Consider With Author Imbolo Mbue: Discuss her work with award-winning author Imbolo Mbue, including her new novel “How Beautiful We Were”. 4 pm-5pm; Registration required; Deschutes Public Library, online; go.evvnt.com/752244-1 or 541-312-1032.
Quiz night: Teams of up to four people can test their knowledge on various topics to win prizes. Held outdoors; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bunk + Brew Historic Lucas House, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend; go.evvnt.com/752917-0 or 458-202-1090.
Tuesday Night Trivia: A weekly trivia night is held. Masks and social distancing required, free to play, winners can receive gift cards; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Initiative Brewing, 424 NW Fifth St., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/752288-0 or 541-527-4380.
Salsa Patterns Dance Class: The beginner and advanced salsa dancer class covers basic steps and works on creating a fun salsa pattern. Limited to 10 students, registration required; 7:30 am-8:30pm; $ 12; The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Bend; go.evvnt.com/752973-2 or 541-401-1635.
Private Book Sales: Deschutes County’s literacy supporters have opened their 30,000-volume collection of used books for private, individual sales upon request. Call or email literacyindeschutes@gmail.com to reserve a time. 2-4 o’clock; Registration required; Ponderosa Elementary School, 3790 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend; go.evvnt.com/747119-0 or 541-977-5341.
Chinese Experience in America – Kam Wah Chung: Hear how the story of two Chinese gentlemen on early John Day reveals a more realistic version of the Chinese experience with Don Merritt, curator and archaeologist at the Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site. 3-4 o’clock; Deschutes Public Library, online; go.evvnt.com/752251-0 or 541-312-1029.
Rediscovered Reads Book Club: Discussion on “The Immortalists” by Chloe Benjamin; 6-7pm; Roundabout books, online; go.evvnt.com/739557-0 or 541-306-6564.
