Events in Oregon and Bend
Romance novels, long scrutinized for their 'brainless, under-represented, and morally corrupt' entertainment, have come a long way to mending that reputation with thoughtful, diverse, and imaginative stories. From 'it is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife,' to 'ILY bae, BRB,' the way authors - and humans …
This presentation is an illustrated program on the development of early transportation of Central Oregon. The region was mostly isolated as only a few wagon roads entered into the interior of Oregon until the 1880s. Most roads were relatively primitive and travel was adventuresome. First were freight and stage lines that challenged freighters and stage …
Chilean musician and professor at Lewis & Clark College, Freddy O. Vilches, PhD, will talk about the rich musical traditions and instruments of Latin America. He will feature and demonstrate several traditional instruments including quena, zampoñas, charango, Venezuelan cuatro, Maracas (Venezuelan and Caribbean), Güiros, and Claves. The talk will be bilingual. El presentador es bilingüe.
Listen to a live performance with Mark Barringer and Bob Baker Mark Barringer:Â Vocals/Guitar - originally from the San Francisco Bay area Mark has played with many talented musicians. From rock to rhythm and blues, folk to bluegrass, his musical landscape is very eclectic. Strong vocals and guitar are his trademark with a love for his …
Learn about helping injured wildlife through stories, and make a craft! This program is recommended for children ages 2-8, and all children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Come learn …
Learn how to create colorful, multi-layered, textural prints with Gelli plates! Space is limited. Registration is required. This workshop is intended for ages 10+. Children 10 and over may attend unaccompanied by a caregiver. In this workshop, artist Anastasia Zielinski will guide students through the process of making Gelli plate monotype prints. We will explore the …
A youth workshop on how to write fabulous stories! This is an in-person program. Registration is required. This workshop is for children 11 and older (as per Library policy, youth aged 11 …
What would you do if you had less than a week to pack one bag and leave your home, not knowing if you would ever return? John Nakada was an 11-year-old boy when the US entered WWII - he was torn away from his life even though he was a US citizen. John's daughter, Yukiko …
Oregon artist Kristy Kún brings her dynamic textile art to the Sisters Library on December 16 as part of the Deschutes Public Library District’s building renovations and new construction work. An artist reception from noon to 1:30 p.m. will give the public a chance to meet Kún, discuss her work and get a first look at …
The Sisters Jazz Choir is an elite choir of 12 high school students auditioned out of the Sisters School District Choral Program. The district choral program has over 100 participants. The members of the Jazz Choir have earned their spots in the Jazz Choir by demonstrating leadership in the district choral program and by successfully …
The early music group Renaissance Sisters was founded by Lola Knox in 2008 and has been actively performing ever since. While Renaissance music is the primary focus of our group, …
Got a broken something? Bring it to be repaired! ¿Tienes algo que esté roto? ¡Tráelo al Repair Café! This is an in-person program. Wearing a face covering is optional at all library events. The Environmental Center's Rethink Waste Project coordinates with an amazing group of volunteer fixers to host Repair Cafés every few months. These free …
