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Volunteer for Foster Dogs

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Crochet Café

Thursdays, 1-3 p.m.

Fancywork Yarn Shop

200 NE Greenwood Avenue, Bend Mountain View | NE

Free

Arts / Crafts

Bring your crochet projects and join your host, Fancy Nancy, and other crocheters at Fancywork Yarn Shop. This 2-hour hook session is designed specifically to foster community among the crochet crew. All skill levels are welcome in this weekly drop-in event. 541-323-8686

Thursdays

Volunteer

Volunteer to be a dog foster parent! There is a huge need and it is very rewarding, giving you a sense of purpose. Each dog is special. 458-292-8362

Thirsty Thursday!

Thursdays, 4-9 p.m.

Portello Lounge

2754 NW Crossing Dr., Bend Summit West

The Winery at Manzanita- Bend

Free

Beer + Drink Events

$7 glasses of wine/bubbles, $4 Rainiers, $10 margaritas + mules, $7 Wild Roots vodka lemonades, $12 Aperol spritz. 541-385-1777

Vino & Vibes

Thursdays, 5-7 p.m.

550 sw Industrial Way #194, Bend Old Mill

Free

Open Mics, Live Music

Enjoy an evening of wine and Local community grooves every Thursday. Local singers and song writers welcome. (213)219-1272

$10 Rebuy Hold’em Tournament

Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Bend Poker Room

917 NE Greenwood Ave, Bend SE Bend

$10

Beer + Drink Events

Thursday Night $10 no limit Hold’em poker tournament at Bend Poker Room starting at 6pm. Unlimited rebuys for the first hour and an optional add-on after the first break. Friendly crowd, great vibes and action packed night! (541) 508-9123

Live Irish Trad Music with The Ballybogs!

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

The Cellar

206 NW Oregon Ave., #2, Bend Downtown

Free

Live Music

Join us for a night of live music featuring Bend's Irish Trad band, The Ballybogs! Every Thursday at The Cellar. Seats fill up, so get there early if you can! 5413821645

Trivia Thursdays

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

Ponch's Place

62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend Boyd Acres | NE

Free

Trivia + Game Nights

With QuizHead Games. 541-236-5426

Bend Chess and Go Club

Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.

Crux Fermentation Project

50 SW Division St., Bend Southern Crossing

Free

Desert Inn Sports Bar & Grill

Casual gathering for players of Chess and Go/Baduk/Weiqi. Informal and welcoming to players of all skill levels. We love teaching new people! 425-354-8867

Bingo Night

Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.

Hosmer Bar

1415 NE 3rd St., Bend Midtown/Orchard District

Free

Trivia + Game Nights

Your week just found its highlight—bingo! Join us for drinks, good company and a little friendly competition. Pull up a chair, grab a board and let’s make some memories!

Karaoke Thursdays

Thursdays, 7-10 p.m.

Bunk+Brew

42 NW Hawthorne Avenue, Bend Downtown

Free

Karaoke

Sing your heart out at Bunk + Brew’s Karaoke Night! Whether you’re a pro or just love the spotlight, all voices are welcome. Food carts available all evening! Located in the Historic Lucas House Living Room for winter. 458-202-1090

Chasin' Bandits

First Friday of every month, 7-10 p.m.

385 Jefferson Ave., Metolius Metolius

Free

Live Music

The Band plays a variety of memorable country and rock favorites. Talented musicians keep the crowd entertained and engaged. Come out and dance the night away or just enjoy the music. The DI is a friendly local establishment with great food and drinks, Friday night is prime rib night! 541-803-8991

So Much House: Fluffy Stuff & Luxo

First Friday of every month, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.

Silver Moon Brewing

24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend River West

$15

DJs + Dance

SoMuchHouse: Bend debut DJ set by Fluffy Stuff with support by Luxo. B2B set by Its Fine & MStarkDJ. Dance, community, house music. Join for this special night! 541-388-8331

Backcountry Brew

First Saturday of every month

The Commons Cafe & Taproom

875 NW Brooks St., Bend Downtown

Free

Mountain Muskrats Monthly Meeting

The Backcountry Brew is a monthly meetup to talk hunting, fishing, cooking, conservation, and everything else that goes with the hunting-angling-outdoors lifestyle. We’re all-around outdoorspeople happy to answer questions and share advice to help you get out and procure your own wild-caught food. All are welcome :) 541-323-3955

First Saturday of every month, 5:30 p.m.

The Den Dive Shop

56881 Enterprise Drive, Sunriver Sunriver

$100 annual club fee

Groups + Meetups, Outdoors + Athletic Events

Your unexpected Central Oregon dive experience begins here. The Mountain Muskrats is an independent dive club set on exploring Central Oregon's waterways. Join the club! 541-600-9355

One Mad Man Music

First Saturday of every month, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

Free

Live Music

One Mad Man: loops together multiple instruments to create moody, driven backdrops accompanied by smooth vocals. 541-728-0303

Motivation and Goal Setting Workshop

First Monday of every month, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Free

NAMI Mental Health Peer Support Group: La Pine

It’s a great time to redesign your life. Make use of your time at home by setting and reaching goals in a free Zoom workshop. Certified Life Coach Jacquie Elliott is hosting a motivation and accountability workshop on the first Monday of the each month. Email her at coach@jacquieelliottclc.com for the link.

First and Third Tuesday of every month, 3 p.m.

La Pine Senior Activity Center

16450 Victory Way, La Pine La Pine

Free

Access Bars and Body Process Gifting and Receiving

NAMI’s Peer Connection Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with mental health challenges. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who’ve been there. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month. 541-316-0167

First Tuesday of every month, 5-7 p.m.

The Blissful Heart Hidden Garden

105 NW Greeley Ave, Bend Downtown

Spider City Brewing - Brewery Tap Room

Free

Spiritual

Did you know your body's first language is energy? Group trade of Access Bars and Body Processes is a great way to connect with others in the area and receive! If you have taken a Bars or Body Process class, join! What's possible if we receive bodywork regularly? Everything! 541-848-7608

Bingo for Senior Dogs

Every other Thursday, 6-8 p.m.

1177 SE Ninth St., Bend Larkspur | E

$1-$3 per game

Fundraising, Beer + Drink Events

Come play bingo while supporting senior and disabled rescue dogs at RylieMay Rescue Ranch. Spider City will also donate $1 from all beverage purchases. It's a fun, relaxed atmosphere and your friendly dogs are welcome to join. www.ryliemayrescueranch.com.

Central Oregon Fall Colors Photo Workshop / Multi-day event

Fri., Oct. 9, 5-7 p.m.

Cascade Center of Photography

2660 NE Highway 20 Ste 610, #212, Bend SE Bend

325

Raging Writers / Spoken Words

Enjoy the beauty of the Central Oregon Cascades and photograph pristine river scenes and lakes with towering mountains during Central Oregon’s beautiful autumn season. 541-241-2266

Second Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m.

Spork

937 NW Newport Ave., Ste. 130, Bend River West

Free

Words

One hour of inspiration and creative writing, followed by one hour of Open Mic. All welcome. Restaurant is closed for service—no food or bev, but plenty of juice. 541-390-0946

NAMI Mental Health Peer Support Group: Bend

Second Sunday of every month, 3-4 p.m.

The Taylor Center (Best Care)

358 NE Marshall Ave, Bend Midtown/Orchard District

Free

Raging Writers/Spoken Words

NAMI’s Peer Connection Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with mental health challenges. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who’ve been there. Held the 2nd & 4th Sunday monthly. 541-316-0167

Second Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Spork

937 NW Newport Ave., Ste. 130, Bend River West

Free

Words

One hour of inspiration and creative writing workshop, one hour of Open Mic. All welcome. 5419485961

Silent Book Club

Second Sunday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

The Cellar

206 NW Oregon Ave., #2, Bend Downtown

Free

Sister Circle Community Gathering

Silent Book Club at The Cellar. Here's how it works: 6:00-6:30pm: Get cozy with food / beverages and your book of choice. 6:30-7:30pm: Personal reading time. 7:30-8:00pm: Mingle with fellow book lovers, keep reading, or head home to rest. 5413821645

Second Monday of every month, 6:30-8:45 p.m.

Hanai Center

62430 Eagle Road, Bend Boyd Acres | NE

Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga

$35-$55

Spiritual

Step into a space of warmth, support, and celebration at our Monthly Sister Circle Gathering! Come together with a circle of incredible women to honor and uplift each other while embracing the beauty of the changing seasons. This gathering is a haven where you can nourish your soul. 650-862-9336

Badass Sound Bath

Second Tuesday of every month, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend Century West

NAMI In Person Family Support Group

$25

Yoga + Meditation

This isn’t your typical sound bath and that’s exactly the point. We kick things off with bold beats, badass mantras, and guided movement. Then we settle in for a deeply relaxing sound bath. Come as you are. Leave recharged, realigned, and feeling like a total badass. Playful, grounding, and empowering. 5038165837

Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Embark

2843 NW Lolo Drive, Bend NW Crossing

Free