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| 10/15/2008 |
10/15/2008 |
Cave Tours |
Discover the hidden underground world of Central Oregon's remote, desert caves with a naturalist guide. Outfitted with helmets, headlamps and gloves, guides will help you discover secret rooms, great cave history and what lives and grows in the caves. Contact Wanderlust tours 541-389-8359. 9:00 AM - 3 hours. |
| 10/17/2008 |
10/17/2008 |
Autum Solar Festival |
Solar Viewing with a variety of NASA & Obeservatory programs. Sunriver Nature Center - 593-4394. |
| 10/24/2008 |
10/24/2008 |
Lord of the Rings - Saturn |
View great photos of Saturn from the Cassini Mission. Share in the accomplishments and future of this project. Adults $6, Kids (ages 2 - 12) $4. Night sky viewing weather permitting. 8:00 PM |
| 10/24/2008 |
10/25/2008 |
Fall Art & Gift Festival |
A special event featuring local artists, vendors, local cuisine and music. Unique gifts and home accessories, baby and kids, jewelry and much more. 541-420-0386. Free |
| 10/25/2008 |
10/25/2008 |
Ventis CD Release Party |
Ventis CD Release party Carl Ventis, Blaine Bowden, Darryl Henderson. They will Groundgreakind CD with guest singer/songwriter Valori Farrell opening the show. 7:00 PM - 3 hours. 541-330-1859 |
| 10/25/2008 |
10/28/2008 |
Central Oregon Symphony - Fall Concert Series |
The Fall Concert will feature Central Oregon native Ben Lulich, clarinet, performing Mozart Concerto for Clarinet. Bend High School Auditorium. www.cosymphony.com. 541-317-3941 Free; starts at 7:30 PM |
| 10/31/2008 |
10/31/2008 |
Halloween at the Sunriver Village Mall |
Call us for more info! |
| 11/8/2008 |
11/8/2008 |
Volcano Vineyards Winemaker's Dinner |
Winemaker's dinner with Volcano Vineyards; double Gold Medal Winner at the 2008 Riverside International Wine Competition. Payment due at time of reservation, no refunds. Seating extremely limited. Bend |
| 11/23/2008 |
1/1/2009 |
Traditions at the Sunriver Resort |
Enjoy a magical time of year when Sunriver has a host of holiday activities and celebrations. From sleigh rides to visits from Santa's elves. |
| 11/22/2008 |
01/01/2010 |
Snowmobile Excursion |
Looking for a thrilling adventure? Explore the powder filled meadows and high mountain terrain that make this region a world class winter playground. This four hour tour includes a stop at the remote and rustic Elk Lake Resort. Trips depart twice daily from the Wanoga Sno Park. Reservations required. $165 per person; $65 additional passenger. Two hour tours are also available. |
| 11/27/2008 |
11/27/2008 |
Thanksgiving at the Grille at Crosswater |
Enjoy Thanksgiving at the exclusive Grille at Crosswater. This special holiday prix-fixe menu is offered from 1 - 6 pm. Reservations required. 36 hour cancellation policy. $46 adults, $23 children 6 - 12. Kids' menu available for children 5 and under. |
| 11/28/2008 |
11/28/2008 |
Turkey Trot Fun Run |
Run or walk a 3-mile course that takes you on a tour out to the stables and back. Race begins behind the Sunriver Lodge at 10 am. Runners receive a long sleeve T-shirt. Walkers receive a water bottle. For entry form call 541-593-4609. Route may change due to weather. $25 pre-registered by 5 pm November 27, 2008. $30 race day registration. $12 walkers. Race day registration is from 9 - 9:30 am. |
| 11/28/2008 |
12/28/2008 |
Gingerbread Junction |
Come take a stroll down Cinnamon Lane and see the largest collection of gingerbread houses in the Northwest. Gingerbread Junction benefits SMART, an organization that partners with hundreds of schools statewide to deliver proven literacy support to K-3 children. |
| 11/28/2008 |
11/28/2008 |
Grand Illumination |
Central Oregon's biggest holiday light display, the Grand Illumination features free sleigh rides, live music, a magician, holiday characters and special Warren Miller movie, movie admission $8 general public. Call us at 800-544-0300 for more information. |
| 11/28/2008 |
12/23/2008 |
Sleigh Rides |
Snuggle up under a blanket and go dashing through the snow on a Sunriver open sleigh from 9 - 11:30 am. Rides start behind the Sunriver Lodge. $5 general public and sponsored by Bellatazza. . |
| 11/29/2008 |
11/29/2008 |
Holiday Marketplace |
Find that special gift or holiday adornment at the annual arts and craft show at the Homestead from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. Free admission. Vendor demonstrations throughout the day. . |
| 11/29/2008 |
12/24/2008 |
Northern Lights |
It's Central Oregon's most impressive holiday light display. Every Saturday night and on Christmas Eve, there will be a ceremonial lighting of the tree behind the Sunriver Lodge for anyone who missed Grand Illumination. Caroling begins at 5:45 pm and the light display kicks off at 6 pm. Free admission. |
| 11/28/2008 |
12/27/2008 |
Teddy Bear Tea |
Parents and children come for a real tea party with their favorite teddy bears in tow. Enjoy finger sandwiches, desserts, a selection of teas and a delightful holiday atmosphere in the Hearth Room from 12 - 3 pm. Reservations required. 36 hour cancellation policy. Sponsored by Harney & Sons Teas. |
| 11/28/2008 |
12/21/2008 |
Breakfast With Santa |
A breakfast buffet with Santa and Mrs. Claus is sure to be at the top of your child's wish list! Reservations required. 36 hour cancellation policy. $28 adults; $14 children 6 - 12; complimentary for children 5 and under. |
| 11/29/2008 |
12/24/2008 |
Elf Tuck Ins |
Santa's helpers come and read a story to your children and tuck them in for the night. From 7 - 10 pm. $35 per child for general public. Add a treat filled stocking for $35. Ages 12 and under only. Reservations required. 48 cancellation policy. |
| Saturday's |
12/24/2008 |
The Bear Factory |
Choose from over 35 different animals to be hand-stuffed to ensure that your new friend has the perfect "hug factor". Each stuffed animal comes with a carrier and a birth certificate. Reservations required. Takes approximately 15 - 20 minutes. Located at the Sunriver Lodge North Pole. $25 stuffed animal; $15 for the outfit. |
| 12/5/2008 |
12/19/2008 |
Sugarplum Storyteller |
Gather around for stories of Santa Clause, Sugarplums and Snowmen. 8 pm. Free admission. |
| 12/7/2008 |
12/7/2008 |
Cascade Winds in Concert |
Free Band Concert at 2:30 at Summit High School in Bend, Oregon with Cetral Oregon's oldest concert band. |
| 12/12/2008 |
12/13/2008 |
Moonlight Snowshoe Tours |
Snowshoe by the light of the moon. Discover the Cascades under the bright desert moonlight reflecting off of the white snow. No experience necessary. All equipment and transportation provided. Children 8 years and older welcome. Reservations required. 7 - 11 pm; $55. |
| 12/18/2008 |
12/22/2008 |
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol December 18th through 22nd |
Follow Ebeneezer Scrooge through his journey with the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future as he discovers that in life, you truly reap what you sow. Adapted by local writers Howard Schor and Brad Thompson, this traditional telling features a number of surprise interpretations, along with music and choreography that will definitely fill the audience with the holiday spirit. Tickets Adults $16.00 to $25.00. Children $10.00 to $12.00 Call 541-317-0700 |
| 12/23/2008 |
12/29/2008 |
Bonfire On The Snow |
Snowshoe with a Wanderlust Tour guide to a quiet spot in the snowy forest to bask at a glowing bonfire in the middle of a hand carved snow amphitheater. Relax around the fire, sip hot drinks and taste delectable desserts. 7 - 11 pm, call 541-389-8359 for reservations (required). $75 per person. Includes guide, snowshoes, instruction, transportation, dessert and drinks. Children 8 and older welcome. |
| 12/24/2008 |
12/24/2008 |
Twas The Night Before Christmas |
Caroling and live presentation of the treasured holiday poem that made Santa a household name. 7 - 8 pm at the Homestead. Free Admission. |
| 12/31/2008 |
12/31/2008 |
New Year's Eve Family Night |
The family that plays together - stays together and gets to bed at a reasonable time. Board and arcade games, New Years Eve countdown at 10 pm. Win prizes throughout the night. Ice cream sundaes, fresh popcorn, party favors and sparkling cider or champagne toast at 10 pm. No host bar also available for select beer and wines. $30 adults; $20 children 12 years and under. Adult participation required, reservations required. 7:30 - 10 pm; call 541-593-4609. |
| 12/31/2008 |
12/31/2008 |
New Year's Eve Bonfire On The Snow |
Snowshoe with a Wanderlust Tour guide to a quiet spot in the snowy forest to bask at a glowing bonfire in the middle of a hand carved snow amphitheater. Relax around the fire, sip hot drinks and champagne toast. 9 pm - 1 am, call 541-389-8359 for reservations (required). $85 per person. Includes guide, snowshoes, instruction, transportation, dessert and drinks. 21 and older only. |
| 12/31/2008 |
12/31/2008 |
New Year's Eve VIP Room |
VIP celebration on the third floor at the Sunriver Lodge with complimentary appetizers from 7 - 11 pm, and full back door access to the Owl's Nest New Year's Eve Party. Open at 7 pm. Cover charge $50; reservations required. 36 hour cancellation policy. Must be 21 and over to enter. |
| 12/31/2008 |
12/31/2008 |
New Year's Eve Teen Dance, Luau Party |
Come dressed in luau wear and enjoy a dance party at the Homestead from 9 pm - 12:30 am. Fun prizes throughout the evening. Glowing party favors, and a mock champagne toast at midnight. Ages 13 - 19. No reservations required. $20. |
| 01/01/2009 |
01/01/2009 |
Polar Bear Plunge |
Start the New Year with a splash by taking an icy plunge into the Lodge Village pool at 10 am. Hot chocolate served in a souvenir mug (quantities limited). Free for the bold and brave! |
| 1/3/2009 |
1/3/2009 |
Animal Tracks |
Prints in the snow-something on the go. Learn about animal tracks. Cost $15.00. Minimum class size 4 students/Maximum 12 students. Pre-registration required. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory off Circle 3. 541-593-4394. |
| 1/17/2009 |
1/17/2009 |
Snow Shoe Nature Walks |
Sunriver Nature Center. Carpool to local snow parks. Learn winter survival tips. Bring your snowshoes, snack & warm beverages. $7.00 for adults, $4.00 for kids up to 12. Call 541-593-4394 |
| 1/9/2009 |
1/10/2009 |
Wanderlust Tours-Moonlight Snowshoe Tours |
For 2 nights each month surrounding the full moon, snowshoe witwh a naturalist guide and experience full moon in the silence of nature. No experience needed. Call 541-389-8359 or 800-962-2862. 7 to 11 pm. Anyone 8 or older. $55.00 per person. Transportation, snowshoes, instruction and hot chocolate. |
| 1/16/2009 |
1/18/2009 |
Bask in the Glow of a Bonfire on the Snow |
Take in the night sky and enjoy conversation, dessert and a hot drink with friends, family & a naturalist guide. Enjoy the bonfire in the middle of an amphitheater hand carved into the snow. Call 800-962-2862. 7 to 11pm. $75.00 per person, transportation, snowshoes, instruction & hot cocoa |
| 1/17/2009 |
1/18/2009 |
Winter Nights in the Sunriver Village Mall |
Village Merchants will open their doors until 8pm and serve wine/hot chocolate while showcasing their unique wares. Live Music, local artists & featured authors 9am to 8pm |
| 1/11/2009 |
1/11/2009 |
USAT Winter Triathlon National Championship |
Top winter triathletes in the country will once again be in Bend to qualify for the world championships. Crosscountry ski, bike and run. Go to www.onemillionrevolutions.com to register. Free for spectators. Starts 10am at the Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center |
| 1/13/2009 |
1/13/2009 |
Peking Acrobats |
The Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. The Tower Theatre is proud to present 2 performances at 5pm and 7:30pm. Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St. Tickets: Reserved seating: $37, $28 and $22. 541-317-0700. |
| 1/19/2009 |
1/19/2009 |
The 17th Annual Gala at the Riverhouse |
Gala at the Riverhouse fundraiser, semi-formal event with an evening of cocktails, silent auction, 5-course dinner, live entertainment and oral auction. 100% of the proceeds are dedicated to the selected beneficiary. This year is Central Oregon Family Resource Center. To purchase tickets call 541-389-8799. The Riverhouse Conference Center, 3075 N. Business 97, Bend. Starts at 6pm. Individual $125, Table for 10, $1250. |
| 1/20/2009 |
1/20/2009 |
Marc Broussard |
Native Louisianan, Marc Broussard, best known for his hit "Home" and a vocal style that combines pure soul with a rock and roll grit, brings his "Bayou Soul" to the Tower Theatre. Call 541-317-0700. 7 pm. 835 NW Wall Street, Bend Tickets: $40, $26 & $19 |
| 1/21/2009 |
1/21/2009 |
Blue Rose Trio |
High Desert Chamber Series features the LA based trio. One of today's most exciting young ensembles. Their performances have thrilled audiences nationally & internationally. Tickets: $30 adults, $15 for children or students with ID Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall, Bend 7pm 541-317-0700. |
| 1/28/2009 |
1/28/2009 |
Al Di Meola January 28th |
Reknowned jazz guitarist and four time winner as Best Jazz Guitarist in Guitar player magazine's reader poll. Latin-influenced jazz fusion style. Call 541-317-0700 Tower Theatre: 835 NW Wall St. Bend, 7 pm Tickets: $40 in advance, $45 at the door. |
| 1/31/2009 |
1/31/2009 |
Bravo! Central Oregon Wedding Showcase Expo January 31st |
Professional merchant displays, fashion show and demonstrations. Plan the wedding of your dreams. 503-675-1380. Deschutes County Fairgrounds 10am-5pm |