Local Area Events: December 2008
December 2008
Dec 5 - Dec' 08 First Friday Gallery Walk Local galleries and shops stay open late and offer wine, food and occasional live music to attract new and old customers. 5pm – 9pm. Downtown Bend and the Shops at the Old Mill District. Short 12 mile drive from the Sunriver Village. Information: 541-385-6570 http://www.bendgalleries.com/.
Dec 5 - Eugene Stickland's "Some Assembly Required" Cascades Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood, Bend # DECEMBER 5 - DECEMBER 21 # Thursday - Saturday 7:30pm # Sunday 2:00pm # Saturday Matinee 2:00pm: 12/13 and 12/20 Some Assembly Required (1994), is a lighthearted but deeply moving portrayal of a dysfunctional family at Christmas. A family of grown children and ageing parents gathers reluctantly, even accidentally, at the family home on Christmas Eve. As the children hole up in the basement drinking eggnog, their parents retreat into their neuroses upstairs. Each character, and the family as a whole, is crippled by guilt over the failure to live up to expectations. The play shows how our obsession with making Christmas "the most wonderful time of the year" is precisely what makes it so unpleasant for so many people, and it continues to be popular precisely because it speaks to this common experience of the holidays.
Dec 5 - Friday Night Magic Shows Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26, & 30 As if the holiday season weren’t already magical enough, we’re bringing in Mr. Magic for an evening of humor, interaction and, of course, magic. $5 general public; children 12 and under free with paying adult. 7pm at the Sunriver Lodge North Pole.
Dec 5 - The Holiday Gift Workshop: Hot Cocoa Super Mugs Fridays before Christmas: 3-5pm In Santa’s Workshop, you can create gifts to give people of all ages. You will paint a ceramic mug and create your own blend of hot cocoa. Take home your hot cocoa mix while we fire your hand-painted mug. When the mug is done, we will ship it straight to your doorstep. Firing takes 4-5 days, so you should see your mug in 1-2 weeks, depending on location. $20 per mug. Dec 5 - Sugar Plum Storyteller Dec. 5, 12 & 19. Once upon a time there was a wondrous place where the children could gather around for stories of Santa Claus, sugarplums and snowmen. Come relive this magic with your kids at the 'North Pole' at 8pm. Free admission.
Dec 6 - 17th Annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk for ArthritisJingle Bell Run/Walk is a fun festive way to kick off your holidays by helping other! Get in the spirit, wear a holiday themed costume and tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5K or 1-Mile route with your family, friends, co-workers and celebrate the season by giving. To register or for more details, call1-888-845-5695 or click here to visit the website. Location: Downtown Bend - corner of Wall & Newport When: 11:30am Cost: Entry fee is $20. Includes long sleeve t-shirt and jingle bells. Kids 10 and under are free!
Dec 6 - The Holiday Ornament Workshop Saturdays before Christmas & Dec 23: 1-3pm. Stop by Santa’s Workshop to create homemade ornaments to hang on your tree. We have ideas suitable for all ages, including wire ornaments, swirled balls, and glittery angels. Ornaments take 15 to 30 minutes and range from $5 to $15
Dec 6 - "Winter" Saturday Through the Seasons Explore the nature of Winter. Exhibits and talks all about the vibrant season of winter. Live birds, animals and snakes. Location: Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Road, Sunriver (off of Circle 3). When: Talks at 11am, 1pm, 3pm. Cost: $3/Adults and $2/Kids (ages 2-12). Members are Free.
Dec 6 - Bend Christmas Parade The theme of the 2008 Bend Christmas Parade is "All Dressed Up for Christmas" and features over 100 entries and, of course, Santa, as it makes its way down a 2.5 mile route through downtown Bend, beginning on Wall Street at Newport. Click here for a printable map of the parade route. Location: Downtown Bend When: Parade begins at 12:00 noon.
Dec 12 - Moonlight Snowshoe Tours Dec. 12 & 13. Snowshoe by the light of the moon! Discover the Cascades under the bright moonlight reflecting off of the white snow, and look for signs of animals in their nocturnal wonderland. No experience necessary. All equipment and transportation provided (not to mention tasty hot chocolate). Kids 8 years and older welcome. Reservations required; call 389-8359. 7-11pm. $55.
Dec 13 - Top Pick Fridays Fridays , 6-9pm.Get ready for Fort Funnigan’s top kid picks of the year!! Hundreds of kids have tried them and now it’s your turn to try them all in one spectacular night. Make your own bouncy ball, flubber, and sun catcher. Top the night off with the most popular kid-friendly card and board games. $40 general public.
Dec 15 - Classical Christmas Concert Dec. 15, 7:30pm, Great Hall. Featuring Maestro Lawrence Leighton Smith and the Arnica String Quartet. Reserved tickets $40, general admission $30.
Dec 18 - Ladies Night Third Thursdays From Thursday, November 20 2008 To Thursday, November 19 2009 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.
Dec 19 - "A Christmas Carol" 'BEAT' and 'The Tower Theater' present a new and exciting version of this classic holiday play. Enjoyable for the whole family. Dec 19th 7pm Dec 20th 2pm & 7pm Dec 21st 2 pm & 7pm Dec 22nd 7pm
Dec 20 - Cuisine à la Fun Saturdays , 5-9pm This is the perfect night for young aspiring chefs. We will decorate chef hats/aprons and holiday themed cupcakes, and make our own masterpiece pizzas. Add a tablespoon of excitement, a cupful of laughs, and a sprinkle of imagination for an evening of holiday cheer! Includes dinner made by the children. $50 general public.
Dec 21 - Christmas Family Concert Dec. 21, 7:00pm, Great Hall. With Victor Johnson and Friends. Acoustic Roots Music and family sing-along. Adults, $20. Children under 12, $7.
Dec 22 - Scrapbooking Workshop Dec 22, 27 & 3: 1-3pm Create the perfect memory of your Sunriver vacation during our Scrapbooking Workshop. We will supply the tools, paper, and fun accessories needed to make miniature scrapbooks that are perfect to showcase your vacation memories. Plan to spend 45 minutes to an hour on your miniature scrapbook. Reservations required. $20 per person. Additional supplies available for purchase.
Dec 22 - Holiday Fun Factory Saturdays & Dec. 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 9-4pm. At Fort Funnigan’s Holiday Fun Factory you won’t find any assembly lines–just pure holiday excitement. We will make crafts and play games that celebrate the spirit of the season, including graham cracker gingerbread houses, homemade Christmas ornaments, and pinecone wreaths. $80 general public.
Dec 23 - Brunch with Santa Dec. 23 & 24. Have brunch with Santa and all of his Sunriver friends in the Great Hall from 9am-1:30pm. There will be great food and fun characters to mix and mingle with, too! Reservations required. $40 adults; $20 children 12 and under; complimentary for children 5 and under. Gratuity included.
Dec 23 - Bonfire on the Snow Dec. 23, 26, 27, 28 & 29. Snowshoe a short way with a Wanderlust Tours guide to a quiet spot in the snowy forest to bask at a glowing bonfire in the middle of an amazing amphitheater hand-carved into the snow! Relax around the fire, enjoying delectable desserts and hot drinks while naturalist guides share fun facts about the forest, its animal life and the night sky! 7pm-11:00pm, call 389-8359 for reservations (required). $75 per person. Includes guide, snowshoes, instruction, transportation, dessert and drinks. Kids 8 and over welcome.
Dec 24 - ’Twas the Night Before Christmas Join us for holiday trivia, caroling and a live presentation of the treasured holiday poem that made Santa a household name. 7-8pm at the Homestead. Free admission. Dec 25 - Santa visits Mt. Bachelor Come ski and snowboard with Santa! He will be skiing around Candy Cane Lane, so keep your eye out for him!
Dec 25 - Christmas Day
Dec 25 - Christmas Brunch at Meadows We’re unwrapping something special: our holiday brunch at Meadows at the Lodge from 8-11am. Reservations required. 36-hour cancellation policy. $35 adults; $17 children 6-12; complimentary for children 5 and under.
Dec 25 - Christmas Dinner at The Great HallEat like royalty during our spectacular Christmas Buffet served in the Great Hall from 1-7pm. Reservations required. 36-hour cancellation policy. $44 adults; $22 children 6-12; complimentary for children 5 and under.
Dec 25 - Christmas Dinner at MeadowsSavor a classic sit-down dinner menu at Meadows at the Lodge from 2-9pm. Reservations required. 36-hour cancellation policy. $42 adults; $21 children 6-12. Kids menu available for children 5 and under.
Dec 26 - Making Memories Ceramics Dec 26, and 30: 1-3pm During pottery lounge hours, you can create your own vacation keepsake. Choose from a variety of ceramics, including special holiday pieces. Project times vary; please allow at least 30 minutes. Firing of pottery typically takes 4-5 days, and we will ship your hand-painted ceramic to your doorstep. No reservations required. Prices vary: $10-$25.
Dec 26 - Space Exploration 2008Join us for the annual review of current space exploration. Featuring the Cassini Mission, Messenger, New Horizons and more. Location: Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Road , Sunriver (off of Circle 3) When: 8pm-10pm Cost: $6/Adults and $4/Kids (2-12)
Dec 29 - Christmas Bird Count Bird watchers of all levels will enjoy a walk with a naturalist for this annual bird survey. Come for all or part of the day. Bring Binoculars. Location: Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Road , Sunriver (off of Circle 3) When: 8am-4pm Cost: Free
Dec 31 - New Years Eve Teen Dance & Luau Party Come dressed in luau wear and have the ultimate dance party at the Homestead. Fun prizes throughout the evening. Enjoy glowing party favors and a mock champagne toast at midnight. Ages 13-19. $20. 9pm-12:30am.
Dec 31 - New Year ’s Eve Dinner at Meadows Celebrate the end of the year with class in a resort-casual atmosphere! Join us at Meadows from 5-11pm for an unforgettable dining experience prepared by our award-winning culinary staff. Seven-course Northwest tasting menu for $75; a three-course menu for $30 for children 6-12. Kids menu available for children 5 and under. Limited à la carte menu available. Reservations required. 36-hour cancellation policy.
Dec 31 - New Year ’s Eve Family Night The family that plays together stays together–and gets to bed at a reasonable time. Enjoy interactive board and arcade games and a New Year’s Eve countdown at 10pm. Win prizes throughout the night! Evening includes ice cream sundaes, fresh popcorn, party favors and sparkling cider or champagne toast at 10pm. A no-host bar will also be available for select beer and wines. $30 adults; $20 children 12 years and under. Adult participation required. Reservations required. 7:30-10pm. Call 541-593-4609.
Dec 31 - New Year ’s Eve Bonfire on the Snow Snowshoe a short way with a Wanderlust Tours guide to a quiet spot in the snowy forest to bask at a glowing bonfire in the middle of an amazing amphitheater hand-carved into the snow! Relax around the fire, enjoying delectable desserts, hot drinks, and champagne toast while naturalist guides share fun facts about the forest, its animal life and the night sky! 9pm-1am, call 389-8359 for reservations (required). $85 per person. Includes guide, snowshoes, instruction, transportation, dessert and drinks. Adults only.
Dec 31 - New Year ’s Eve Celebration at Owl ’s NestRing the in New Year with live music by The Reputations, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight in the Owl’s Nest. Enjoy dinner before the festivities (first come, first served). Open at 7pm. Cover charge $25. Must be 21 and over to enter.
Dec 31 - New Year ’s Eve VIP room Enjoy the best of both worlds! The exclusivity of the Sunriver Lodge VIP celebration on the third floor at the Lodge along with complimentary appetizers from 7-11pm, and full back-door access to our already famous Owl’s Nest New Year’s Party. Open at 7pm. Cover charge $50. Reservations required. 36-hour cancellation policy. Must be 21 and over to enter.
Dec 31 - Red Carpet New Year ’s Eve Party 6:30pm -12:30am. Walk down the red carpet in style at Fort Funnigan’s Hollywood New Year’s Party. We will create our own party hats and star-studded sunglasses, and toast in the New Year with sparkling cider. Games and crafts will keep the party rolling right on to the New Year. Includes pizza dinner, snacks and ice cream sundaes. Reservations required. 48-hour cancellation policy. $85 general public
Dec 31 - Bend's First 1000 Lights Community WalkIlluminated Community Walk up Pilot Butte. Start Location: Juniper Elementary School, 1300 NE Norton, Bend. When: 6 pm Cost: $25 Individuals, $40 Family.
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