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WEDNESDAY 5/12 THURSDAY 5/13

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OREGON AS BYGONE BISON RANGE & GRIZZLY COUNTRY

ICONIC SPECIES

Naturalist Ethan Shaw explores the history of these two giant PNW creatures. Get a better understanding of why grizzly bears and bison no longer roam the high desert and beyond. Wed., May 12, 6pm. oregonwild.org/events/webcast-oregon-bygone-bison-range-grizzly-country. Free.

WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY 5/12-5/15

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THE ABLUESTICS

ACOUSTIC & BLUES

Piedmont Blues blend perfectly with Americana sounds for an evening of relaxing and upbeat sounds. Expect soulful and gritty vocals from this local band. Thu., May 13, 6-8pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. No cover.

FRIDAY 5/14 SATURDAY 5/15

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CELLAR

UNDERGROUND PUB

Bend’s new underground pub is kicking off the live music season with James Matt! Don’t miss out on this intimate evening in the pub. Sat., May 15, 5-8pm. The Cellar, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Bend. No cover.

SATURDAY 5/15

SALUTATIONS TO THE SUN

WITH PETIT DEVINA & PETE KARTSOUNES

Ring in spring with movement, music and ritual. Pete’s sounds sweetly set the scene for this workshop centered around sunshine, spring and community. Sat., May 15, 5:30-7pm. namaspa.com/ workshops. $20.

TUESDAY 5/18

Courtesy Sisters Folk Festival

MY OWN TWO HANDS: HOLDING HOPE

VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER

Celebrate the talents of local and regional artists in this online auction benefiting Sisters Folk Festival. Even throughout these difficult times, SFF has been dedicated to serving the community and supporting the arts. Mon, May 10- Sat., May 15. sistersfolkfestival.org/my-own-two-hands.

THURSDAY 5/13

MILO MATTHEWS

BREWS, FOOD AND LIVE MUSIC

Head down to the lawn for live outdoor music this week! Milo Matthews uses a drum pad and looping machine to provide an unbeatable one-man show! Thu., May 13, 6-8pm. 10 Barrel Brewing Co., 62950 NE 18th St., Bend. No cover.

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AUSTIN LINDSTROM BAND

LIVE MUSIC IN REDMOND

A local country musician partners up with new and unique musicians for a fresh take on classic country tunes. Austin’s rich voice and relatability make any of his shows an unforgettable experience. Fri., May 14, 6:30-9:30pm. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. $10.

FRIDAY 5/14

HIGH DESERT NIGHTS

FRIDAY NIGHT AT BUNK + BREW

Enjoy some of the best musicians in the region at this outdoor venue with plenty of brews, good food and good company. Reid Bower, Anthony Fija and Trevor Martell share their incredible songwriting talents. Fri., May 14, 6-9pm. Bunk + Brew Historic Lucas House, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend. No cover.

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BUILDING A CHARCUTERIE BOARD

SUNRIVER ART AUCTION & WINE EVENT

This charcuterie-building class kicks off the Sunriver Women’s Club week-long wine and auction event. Sign up for this virtual class led by Market of Choice’s Specialty Cheese Steward Kasia Wilson. Then check out all the events throughout the week! Tue., May 18, 5:30-6:30pm. sunriverwomensclub.com. $25.

WEDNESDAY 5/19

REDMOND CAVES

ARCHAEOLOGICAL TREASURE, URBAN LANDSCAPE

Discover remarkable insights into human use of Central Oregon from over 4,000 years ago. Dig sites deep in the lava tubes beneath Redmond have revealed tools and weapons from civilizations that existed centuries ago. Wed., May 19, 6-7pm. deschuteslibrary. org/calendar/event/61702. Free.