Myth and Magic in Everyday Life – Understanding Magical Realism

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Explore magical realism and the genre's influence on literature. Join us for an engaging presentation on the literary genre of magical realism. We will explore the key characteristics of this …

“Shark Heart” in Real Life: The Science of Studying Sharks

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Learn about sharks and current research with Dr. Alexandra McInturf. Sharks play a critical role in maintaining vibrant ecosystems in Oregon and around the world. Yet, considered "dangerous" by popular media and threatened by human activity worldwide, these organisms have faced global population declines. Dr. Alexandra McInturf has been studying shark species worldwide for the …

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Open Hub Singing

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Join the anciently familiar practice of singing together! All voices welcome. - 100% FREE non-performance, non-audition group singing event - No previous singing experience required. Singing is just slow talking! - All songs taught call-and-echo, like the (really) old days - Expect beautiful, joyous harmonies, rounds, layer songs and more - All voices (including yours) …

Free
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Death Café

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Discuss death, free of agenda or ideology, with a friendly group. Ages 16+ No late admittance: entry is closed at 6:10pm. Death Cafés are a growing international movement of people gathering together in a relaxed and safe setting to eat tasty treats, drink tea, and discuss death. Free of agenda or ideology, the aim is …

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Open Hub Singing

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Join the anciently familiar practice of singing together! All voices welcome. - 100% FREE non-performance, non-audition group singing event - No previous singing experience required. Singing is just slow talking! - All songs taught call-and-echo, like the (really) old days - Expect beautiful, joyous harmonies, rounds, layer songs and more - All voices (including yours) …

Free
Recurring

Death Café

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Discuss death, free of agenda or ideology, with a friendly group. Ages 16+ No late admittance: entry is closed at 6:10pm. Death Cafés are a growing international movement of people gathering together in a relaxed and safe setting to eat tasty treats, drink tea, and discuss death. Free of agenda or ideology, the aim is …

Recurring

Open Hub Singing

Downtown Bend Public Library 601 NW Wall St, Bend

Join the anciently familiar practice of singing together! All voices welcome. - 100% FREE non-performance, non-audition group singing event - No previous singing experience required. Singing is just slow talking! - All songs taught call-and-echo, like the (really) old days - Expect beautiful, joyous harmonies, rounds, layer songs and more - All voices (including yours) …

Free