March - April Events

March 2009

Mar 6 - Taste of the Town
Twenty of the area's favorite restaurants showcase their cuisine along with dancing in the Mazama Gymnasium at COCC Bend Campus. For more information, contact Impressive Events at 541-383-8268 or click here to visit the website. Location: Mazama Gymnasium, COCC Bend Campus, 2600 NW College Way When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Cost: $30 Advance Tickets

Mar 7 - Saturday Through the Seasons: Geology
Once a mighty volcano, now a tiny pebble. Learn about our special landscape. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m $3 Adults $2 Kids (ages 2-12) Members Free

Mar 7 - Special Kids Geology Class
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Ages 6-12 Cost $15 Class size: Min. 4 - Max.12 Space limited. Call 593.4394 for reservations & information.

Mar 14 - La Pine Frontier Days
Annual Crab Feed White School Park Building Tickets available at the LaPine Chamber (541) 536-9771.

Mar 14 - Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Open House
Free Admission! 10:00am - 4:00pm

Mar 14 - Sleigh and Trail Rides
When: From 03/14/2009 to 03/15/2009 and From 03/07/2009 to 03/08/2009 Sunriver Stables offers sleigh rides, trail rides and pony rides (weather permitting). Reservations required for all sleigh and trail rides. Reservations may be made for four or more persons on days the stables are closed, with 48-hour advance notice. Located on the west side of Sunriver along the Deschutes River. West of Circle 3.

Mar 15 - Sunriver Music Festival's Fireside III Piano Concert
The young Italian pianist, Roberto Plano, is a 2005 Van Cliburn Finalist and a 2001 Cleveland International Piano Competition Winner. His friendly and outgoing personality has made him a favorite for guest appearances on a number of radio stations including NPR's Performance Today. He performs in Europe and throughout North America and has two recordings: a CD of works by Chopin, Liszt and Scriabin and a CD of works by Liszt. Location: Historic Great Hall at the Sunriver Resort When: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Cost to Attend:$40 Reserved, $30 Gen. Adm., $10 youth (18 & under).

Mar 19 - March Ladies Night
Thursday, week 3, every month Specials and promotions for the ladies at Downtown Bend retailers and restaurants all evening long. Location: Downtown Bend When: 5pm until closing.

Mar 20 - A. R. Gurney's
Cascade Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood, Bend # MARCH 20 - APRIL 5 # Thursday - Saturday 7:30pm # Sunday 2:00pm # Saturday Matinee 2:00pm: 3/28 and 4/4 Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park bearing only the name "Sylvia" on her name tag. A street-smart mixture of Lab and Poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of this job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. And Sylvia thinks Kate just doesn´t understand the relationship between man and dog. This combination of conflicting attitudes leads to a series of hilarious and touching complications.

Mar 21 - The Bear Factory
When: 03/21/2009 & 03/28/2009
Choose from over 35 different animals to be hand-stuffed to ensure the perfect “hug factor” of your new friend. Each stuffed animal comes with a carrier and birth certificate. Choose from over 50 outfits and accessories, including sound and message devices. Takes approx. 15–20 minutes. Reservations recommended; walk-ins accepted based on availability. $25 per stuffed animal; $5–$15 outfits and accessories. Located at The Outpost near Ft. Funigan

Mar 25 - Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Spring Break Sessions
SPRING BREAK: March 21-29 Nature Talks Daily: 11:00am *Wednesday March 25th 10:00 a.m.-noon Young Explorers = Ages 4-6 Topic: Reptiles Junior Explorers = Ages 7-10 Topic: Tracks Cost: $15 /Members $13.50 *Thursday March 26 10:00 a.m,-noon Rocketeers must be Ages 8 & Up: Rocket Science Cost: $20 /Members $18 *Friday March 27 10:00 a.m.-noon Young Explorers = Ages 4-6 Topic: Dinosaurs Junior Explorers = Ages 7-10 Topic: Mammals Cost: $15 /Members $13.50 *Friday March 27 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tales of Mystery & Imagination: WEATHER Guest Speaker, Dr. Harry Hamilton Does the Central Oregon weather seem strange to you? Dr. Hamilton, an engaging and entertaining speaker, earned his PHD in Atmospheric Science. He will share with us an inside look at everyone’s favorite subject - the weather. $6 Adults $4 Kids (ages 2-12) Members Free Call 593.4394 for information. Reservations suggested as space is limited.

April 2009

Apr 4 - Riders for the Cure 2009
This is our 6th year for this event and since 2004 you have helped us raise over $50,000 for local breast cancer research and education. The day is always filled with fun! Our sponsors help us help you by donating snowboards, skis, goggles, backpacks, shirts, beanies and more! But Riders for the Cure is about more than just getting...it's about giving!! RFTC is a charity event where net funds collected all go to the Sara Fisher Breast Health Project, a local breast cancer research and education foundation. This event has been developed to create an understanding about the importance of breast health. The mission is to educate and inform people in hopes for early detection and successful treatment of breast cancer, while raising funds for local programs. Mt Bachelor is trying to educate younger people about breast cancer and what better way to do that then mix it with riding! Start fundraising now, so you can contribute big in April. Time: 8am to 4pm Location: Registration @ the West Village Lodge Contact: For Questions or volunteer involvement please call 541-693-0933 or email: bkinney@mtbachelor.com

Apr 9 - Easter Bunny Hop-Ins
When: From 04/09/2009 to 04/11/2009 Appointments from 6pm–10:30pm. Get your children ready for Easter with a nighttime visit from the Easter Bunny. The Easter Bunny and his helper will stop by your house for an early-evening visit or a late-night tuck-in. Add a basket filled with the Bunny’s favorite treats for $35. $20 per child. Reservations required. Available only within the Sunriver community. Ages 12 and under only.

Apr 12 - The Great Hall Easter Egg Hunt
When: 04/12/2009 11am. Join the Easter Bunny in his favorite tradition as you look for treat-filled eggs around the Great Hall. The hunt begins with the youngest age group at 11:30am. $12 per child includes an Easter basket, Egg Hunting License and all the eggs the children can find. The Easter Bunny will hide a special egg in each age group with an eggciting prize! Reservations required. Age groups: 0–3, 4–6, 7–9 and 10–12

Apr 16 - April's Ladies Night
Thursday, week 3, every month Specials and promotions for the ladies at Downtown Bend retailers and restaurants all evening long. Location: Downtown Bend When: 5pm until closing.

Apr 17 - Small Farmer's Journal Horsedrawn Auction & Swap
From Friday, April 17 2009 To Sunday, April 19 2009 HUGE FAMILY EVENT! Expecting 4,000+ items. Draft horses, mules, coaches, buggies, wagons, sleighs, farm equipment & tools, harness, more. Vendors to include harness makers, green living & self-sufficiency tools, blacksmiths, country artists etc. FREE Horse Soundness Clinic and demonstrations. Location: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Madras, Oregon When: 8 am to close. Cost: Admission is Free. There is a $5 Parking Fee.

Apr 18 - 3rd Annual High Desert Inter-Cultural Festival
Experience cultures from all around the world in one place for FREE! Great for families and people of all ages! Cultural performances by singers and dancers, educational booths and interactive learning sessions. Learn about and celebrate Central Oregon's different cultures the fun way. For additional information, contact Barb at bonitodia@msn.com or 541-447-0732 or click here to visit the website. Location: Redmond High School - International School of the Cascades - Hartman Campus; 2105 W. Antler Ave., Redmond. When: 11am - 6pm. Cost: FREE!

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