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What is PLAYA? Since 2011, PLAYA has supported new works and collaborative efforts in the arts and sciences through its residency program. In the next 10 years, PLAYA will engage artists, scientists and the local area community through workshops, residencies, themed weekends, presentations, performances, exhibits and events. Through these activities, PLAYA inspires creativity and exploration at the nexus of art and science.

Where ?is PLAYA PLAYA is on the far western edge of Oregon’s Great Basin, an expansive and captivating landscape. PLAYA’s 76-acre campus lies at the base of Winter Rim (6,200 ft elevation) alongside the intermittent desert lake, Summer Lake.

Why is PLAYA Unique?

Situated in a living lab on a campus designed to support creativity, PLAYA’s program participants can readily explore, experience and fi nd inspiration from the geology. ecology, biodiversity, archaeology and desert landscape.

June through September of each year, PLAYA offers a select amount of workshops and themed weekends that capitalize on the natural assets of its environment. PLAYA is in the wide open landscape of the Oregon desert but has an intimate setting. With a maximum of 12 people in a workshop, your time at PLAYA is conducive to connecting with others and the instructor.

To learn more or to register visit our website: playasummerlake.org/workshops/

PAINTING & PHOTOGRAPHY

July 8 - 12 PIGMENT AND WATER: EXPLORATION, OBSERVATION, IMAGINATION, AND CHANCE

Instructor: Daniela Naomi Molnar $460

PLAYA’s juxtaposition of dry and wet landscapes provides the perfect backdrop to learn new techniques and processes to help you create innovative new paintings.

August 27 - 29 BEGINNING ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY: MILKY WAY NIGHTSCAPES

Instructor: Kevin Morefield $300

Learn to image the night sky, hands-on with an expert Astro-photographer in one of the darkest locations in the United States.

WRITING

September 10 - 12 WHERE THE LAND MEETS THE EYE

Instructor: Craig Childs $560

This workshop is about expressing a landscape through narrative and voice. What do you see when you look at a horizon?

September 23 - 26 WRITING IN THE OASIS

Instructor: Jennifer Elise Foerster $800

Whether you come with a writing project in process or a blank page seeking inspiration, we will write to discover anew, creating and responding in our shared present, in dialogue with one another and with the land, elements, and spirit of the place we will together inhabit for this brief time near a high desert’s ephemeral lakebed.

INTERDISCIPLINARY ART + SCIENCE

May 21 - 23 BIRDING IN SUMMER LAKE

Instructors: Pepper Trail $275 – SOLD OUT

This guided tour will highlight the spectacular abundance and diversity of birds in the summer Lake Wildlife Area. From Sandhill Cranes to Black-necked Stilts, Wilson’s Phalaropes to Sages Thrashers, this high desert oasis hosts some of Oregon’s most beautiful and fascinating birds.

July 15 - 18 ART + ECOLOGY OF PLAYA

Instructors: Daniela Naomi Molnar & Stacy Moore $460

This workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn from both a scientist and an artist and to experience how these fields inform and complement each other. You will start with a full day of hands-on learning about the ways that water dwellers and plants flourish in PLAYA’s ecosystem. You’ll then be guided in applying this new knowledge of aquatic ecology and plant ecology to creative explorations that will deepen and augment your understanding of this unique ecosystem.

September 3 - 5 DESERT SOUNDSCAPES & DEEP LISTENING ECOLOGY

Instructor: Dana Reason $275

Learn to facilitate a deeper understanding of our relationship to sound, nature and ourselves. Through guided sound walks, listening activities, field recordings, collage and sound journaling, we will develop an ability to both listen to the natural environment, generate sustainable listening attitudes and creative practices, as well as connect with and to Playa’s unique soundscape.

August 19 - 23 AN EDUCATION OF ARID PLACES

Instructor: Diana Six $325

This workshop is a hybrid workshop/residency approach with guided field experiences in the morning led by Diana Six, Professor of Forest Entomology/Pathology, followed by afternoons of open studio time to creatively interpret and respond to what you experienced in the medium of your choice.

September 16 - 19 GREAT BASIN NATURAL HISTORY

Instructors: Daniele Mckay & Pepper Trail $400

Discover and explore the extraordinary geology, flora, and fauna of the Summer Lake region with ornithologist Pepper Trail and geologist Daniele McKay. In this 3-night experience, enjoy evening presentations by both experts and field trips in the valley for hands-on exploration and immersion into the natural history of Oregon’s Great Basin.

Give yourself the gift of immersion into your research and creativity.

Self Directed Residencies

Self-Directed Residencies are for adults seeking time and space to immerse in their creative or scientifi c work in an inspiring landscape and campus. Self-Directed Residencies are fee-based. They have the form of a residency without the formal application process and are more fl exible and open for individual needs.

Self-Directed Residencies arrivals are always on a Thursday with fl exible departures. They start at a minimum of 2 nights and, during certain times, can last up to 10 nights. Each Saturday a presentation, fi eld trip or hike take place for all residents.

• April 29 (10 night max) • May 6 (10 night max) • May 13 (4 night max) • July 1 (4 night max) • Sept 30 (10 night max) • Oct 7th (4 night max) • Nov 11th (10 night max)

To learn more visit playasummerlake.org/ self-directed-residencies/

Events

Late Spring PLAYA Photography Exhibit “An Educational of Arid Places” at The High Desert Museum Saturday, July 24th In A Landscape at PLAYA, *purchase tickets at inalandscape.org Saturday, August 7th Music and Poetry at PLAYA with Laura Gibson and Anis Mojgani, Oregon’s Poet Laureate

Juried Residencies

These are traditional residencies in which applications are accepted and are selected by a jury of professional peers. PLAYA’s residencies are open to the global community of scientists, naturalists, biologists, musicians, designers, sustainability leaders, social practice artists, musicians, visual artists, writers, performing artists, and collaborations and individuals engaged in the nexus of art and science. PLAYA welcomes a range of applicants – from emerging scientists and artists to those with an established history of accomplishment. PLAYA offers one-month, two-week and, new in 2022, fi ve-day residencies at no cost from Jan – March and October – December. Applications open May 15th, 2021 for 2022 residencies. To apply go to playasumerlake.org/residency/

Learn more about PLAYA?

Call us at 541-943-3983 or email info@playasummerlake. org to schedule a campus visit.

The Youth Choir of Central Oregon Audi-

tions Youth singers can audition for membership in next year’s Youth Choir of Central Oregon (YCCO) via the ZOOM app. YCCO is recruiting talented, enthusiastic singers, grades 5-8 for the Debut Choir and highly motivated singers grades 8-12 for the Premiere Choir. The Premiere Choir is for advanced singers who strive for excellence in performance and personal growth. To schedule a ZOOM audition, or for more information, call the YCCO office 541-385-0470 or visit ycco.org. Mondays-Tuesdays-Thursdays-Fridays. Through June 30. Contact: 541-385-0470.

FOOD EVENTS

Join La Pine A La Cart Calling all foodies,

master chefs and more. Join the La Pine A La Cart food cart lot! If you are interested joining the lot, call Denny at 541-706-1965. Fridays. Through May 28. La Pine A La Carte, 51555 Morrison St, La Pine.

BEER & DRINK

Cross Cut Warming Hut: Locals’ Day!

Every Tuesday enjoy $1 off regular size draft beverages. Tuesdays. Cross Cut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend.

Growler Discount Night! Enjoy $2 off growler

fills every Wednesday at Bevel! Wednesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend. Contact: 831-245-1922. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Locals’ Night We offer $3 Pints of our core line up beers and $4 pours of our barrel aged beers all day. Mondays. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

Locals’ Day Come on down to Bevel Craft Brewing for $4 beers and cider and $1 off wine all day. Tuesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend. Contact: holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Wing Wednesday in the Yard @

Bunk+Brew 6 Wings for $5! Wash all wings down with beer onsite 8 taps. April 21, 11am10pm. Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend. Contact: 458.202.1090. info@ bunkandbrew.com. Free.

ATHLETIC EVENTS

Bend Area Running Fraternity The group

will run, maintaining social distance, along the Deschutes River and then receive discounted drinks from the cidery after the run! Mondays, 5pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: bendarearunningfraternity@gmail.com. Free.

The Big Butte Challenge Between March 20

and May 31, participants hike or run each butte, on their own schedule, using GPS tracking to submit times to the virtual results portal. March 20-May 31. $20 per race.

Big Wave Challenge! For the 2021

Big Wave Challenge there will be no formal event. Just simply good vibes surfing this unique course whenever and however much is good for you. April 17-25. Mt. Bachelor, 13000 Century Drive, Bend.

CORK Saturday Long Run We will meet

outside Thump Coffee on York Dr. in Northwest Crosssing. Feel free to run or walk whatever “long” means to you! We will have a 5 - 8 mile option. Saturdays, 9am. Through Aug. 28. Thump Coffee - Downtown, 25 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend.

CORK Thursday Run Join us for a run from 3-5 miles. Stay afterward for a drink and food. All ability levels welcome along with friendly on leash dogs. Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Cross Cut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend. Free.

Redmond Running Group Run All levels wel-

come. Find the Redmond Oregon Running Klub on Facebook for weekly run details. Thursdays, 6:15pm. Redmond. Contact: rundanorun1985@gmail.com.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

Earth Day Cleanup on Rim of Wild &

Scenic Middle Deschutes River Celebrate

Earth Day with Friends and Neighbors of the Deschutes Canyon Area as we cleanup the rim of Wild & Scenic Middle Deschutes River. April 22, 8am. Free.

Earth Day Sunset Hike up Bessie

Butte! Let’s celebrate Earth Day with a sunset hike up Bessie Butte! April 22, 7:30pm. Bessie Butte Trailhead, National Forest Development Road 1810, Bend. Free.

Foley Waters Hike We will follow lesser known paths with a bit of cross country travel, looking at spring plants, a fraudulent gold mine, and local geology. April 28, 9am. Steelhead Falls Trailhead, River Road, Terrebonne. Free.

Grit Clinics: Beginner/Intermediate

Skills We’ll begin by dialing in our bike set up and body position, then work on skills throughout the afternoon. Saturdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-728-7878. info@gritclinics.com. $75.

Grit Clinics: Cornering & Switchbacks

OR Jumping Cornering/Switchbacks (odd dates): We’ll practice bermed corners, flat loose corners and switchbacks until we’re all dizzy with progression! Jumping (even dates): We’ll start by practicing fundamental skills in grass that lead to jumping, (like body position, wheel lifts, level lifts and bunny hops) then take it to small jumps. Saturdays, 11am-1pm. Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-7287878. info@gritclinics.com. $75.

Grit Clinics: Happy Hour Trail Ride ‘N

Skills We’ll tackle jumps and corners on Whoops, technical climbing and descending on Funner, swooping descents on Tiddlywinks and more! Fridays, 4-6pm. Phil’s Trailhead, Skyliner Rd, Bend. Contact: 541-728-7878. info@gritclinics.com. $75.

Grit Clinics: Women’s Foundational Mountain Bike Skills Calling all ladies new

to mountain biking! In just two hours, you’ll feel more confident setting up your bike, shifting, braking, and navigating small trail obstacles after instruction from the skilled coaches at Grit Clinics. Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: 541728-7878. info@gritclinics.com. $75.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Bend Pilates Bend Pilates is now offering a full schedule of classes through Zoom! For more information visit bendpilates.net/classes/. Ongoing. $20.

Courtesy Free Spirit Yoga

Free Spirit Yoga has yoga classes just for moms, moms to be and those who just need a good stretch.

Capoeira: A Perfect Adventure The Bra-

zilian art form of Capoeira presents opportunities to develop personal insights, strength, balance, flexibility, musicality, voice, rhythm, and language by tapping the energy of this rich cultural expression and global community. Text 541-678-3460 for location and times. Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays, 6pm. $30 intro month.

Coaching Group Build your dream life while connecting to a supportive, motivating community. Led by Diana Lee, Meadowlark Coaching. Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Contact: 914-980-2644. meadowlarkcoaching@yahoo.com. $15-25.

Dream Interpretation Group Facilitator

Michael Hoffman has been interpreting dreams for the past 35 years. Every other Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Contact: 541-639-6246. michael@ naturalwayofbeing.com. Free.

Happiness is In Your Grasp: How Timeless Buddhist Teachings Can Help You Be Happy in this Busy Modern World

Bodhi Lama Kunzang is an inspiring teacher and monk known for his clear and compassionate teachings. Register and see more information at forms.gle/SvVwDXbwYYfQNKCE6. Questions? Contact Mary at 541-647-2641 or dzogchenbend@ gmail.com. Wed, April 21, 1-6pm, Thu, April 22, 8am-6pm, Fri, April 23, 8am-6pm, Sat, April 24, 8am-6pm and Sun, April 25, 8am-6pm. $250.

In-Person Yoga at LOFT Wellness &

Day Spa Tuesdays: Vinyasa with instructor Kelly Jenkins. 5-6pm. Thursdays: Foundation Flow with instructor Kelly Jenkins. 5-6pm. Limited to five participants. Schedule online or give us a call to reserve your spot! Tuesdays-Thursdays, 5-6pm. Loft Wellness & Day Spa, 339 SW Century Drive Ste 203, Bend. Contact: 541-690-5100. info@loftbend.com. $20.

Outdoor Yoga + Tea Women’s Event This

event is designed to help you unwind from your week, feel nourished and get centered as you move mindfully with a fun and flowing Vinyasa style yoga practice. Fri, April 23, 5:30pm and Fri, May 21, 5:30pm. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. Pre-Registration $22.

Prenatal Yoga 4-Week Series You’ll gain

the strengthening benefits of a yoga flow class as well as the wonderful feeling of releasing tensions through poses! Saturdays, 10:45-11:45am. Through April 24. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. Registration $72, Drop-In (if space allows) $20.

Sexual Abuse Support Group Confidential

support group for women survivors of sexual abuse. Call or text Veronica at 503-856-4874. Tuesdays, 6-8pm. Through June 29. Free.

Tai Chi for Health™ created by Dr. Paul

Lam This two-day per week class is appropriate for anyone who wants a slower Tai Chi class or those dealing with chronic health conditions. This class is offered through Oregon Tai Chi Wushu with Certified Instructor Maureen Benet. For information call: 541-639-9963 Mondays-Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am. Contact: 541-389-5015.

The Vance Stance/Structural Repro-

gramming Tired of being in pain? Get to the root of why you are tight & suffering. In this series of two-hour classes in posture and flexibility. Thursdays-Noon, Mondays, 12 and 6pm and Wednesdays, 6pm. Through May 5. EastSide Home Studio, 21173 Sunburst Ct., Bend. Contact: 541-330-9070. vancebonner@juno.com. 12 classes/$180.

Thriving with Diabetes Synergy is offering

a 4-week group class program, accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE), to help adults with Type II Diabetes lower HbA1c, decrease complications, and have a better quality of life. Covered by most insurance companies including Medicare and Oregon Health Plans. Saturdays, 9am-Noon Through April 24. Contact: 541-323-3488. info@synergyhealthbend.com.

Yoga Mama 4-Week Series Develop mindful

practice that will build strength and flexibility for your mind and body helping to balance out your emotions. Sundays, 9:15-10:30am. Through May 2. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-2413919. info@freespiritbend.com. Registration $70, Drop-In (if space allows) $19.

Yoga Wall 4-Week Series The Yoga Wall

is an incredible yoga tool that improves alignment, takes you deeper into poses, elongates the spine, re-aligns the pelvis and releases the hips. Tuesdays, 9:15am-10:30pm. Through May 18. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. Registration $72, DropIn (if space allows) $20.

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