family news march 2011 edition

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March 2011

Preventing the Unthinkable, Fire Safety for Families By Cindy Kettering Pg 4

Seasonal Allergy Relief By Dr. Michelle Jackson Pg 7

Third Grade- A Pivotal Year for Literacy By Linda Balsiger Pg 10

Featured Articles

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March

Photo by Erin Miller PhotographyErinMillerPhotography.com

Design Solutions: Repurpose and Reuse Your Furniture By Patti Julber Pg 15

Ideas to De-Clutter for Spring By Tammie Barber Pg 15

Signs, Signs, Everywhere are Signs By Mark Larson Pg 12

6th Annual

...helping local babies in need...

Sponsored by Soroptimist International of Bend

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Community Baby Shower

The Jireh Project is accepting donations of clothing, toys and household items that are clean and in usable condition. Donated items can be dropped at The Jireh Project at 2330 NE Division, Ste 1 in Bend, Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 3 pm til March 17th and are tax deductible. On March 19th from 10 am until 2 PM mothers are invited to come take items they need at no charge. For information please call 541-678-5669.

FREE ITEM SWAP FOR MOMS and CHILDREN

Central Oregon Family News March 2011

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Central Oregon Comm. College

High Desert Gardening w/Doug Stott

Katherine Tank, Attorney

Bend’s Heritage Walk

Officer Steve Esselstyn, Bend Police Dept.

City of BendWhat’s Cooking w/Chef Lisa Glickman CO Symphony & Donor Appreciation ConcertOutdoor Survival TipsCycle Pub of Bend

Deschutes CountyGMCO/HSCO “Pet of the Week” Get Outdoors w/Bob WoodwardThe Environmental CenterLocal Design TipCO Wellness Connection Directory

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Jim Golden, Sisters School Dist.GMCO/HSCO “Pet of the Week” Get Outdoors w/Bob Woodward“Healthy Kids”, ensuring Oregon kids have health insurance Local Design TipGolf Channel Amateur Tour

City Club of Central OregonOSU Exstention Service Master GardenerMorning Gatherings @ Terrebonne Community SchoolLocal Motorsports TipBettyJean Schuster, Cert. Life Coach, Dynamic Coaching

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What’s Cooking w/Chef Lisa Glick-man

Dave Rosell, Rosell Financial Group

Outdoor Survival Tips

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Redmond Chamber

What’s Cooking w/Chef Lisa Glickman

High Desert Chamber Music

Outdoor Survival Tips

Using a GPS

Bend Parks & Rec. District

Jazz at the Oxford: Tom Grant

Local Fitness Tip

“What I Wore”, RDM’s Prom and Formal Dress Bank


High Desert Museum


Free play in Culver & dessert social

Bend Chamber of Commerce


KPOV 106.7


Richard Groves, Co-Founder, Sacred Art of Living Center

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March is National Nutrition Month

Advice to aspiring writers, how to get your work published

Local Motorsports Tip

BGCCO Youth of the Year

St. Charles Health System

Mid Oregon Credit Union

Local Fitness Tip

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Bend Senior CenterGMCO/HSCO “Pet of the Week”Get Outdoors w/Bob WoodwardFriends of Oregon Badlands WildernessLocal Design TipMarch High Desert Hero

City Care, aiding local familiesin crisis


Deschutes Public Library


MVHS Drama “Aida”

Maggie Watson, Author, “A Graceful Farewell”

Dave Dahl, Founder, “Dave’s Killer Bread”

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Local Fitness Tip

Feedin’ the People

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Bend Parks & Rec.

Local Fitness Tip

RSVP

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SafeKids CO Coalition

Local Motorsports Tip

Deschutes Brewery, St. Patrick’s Day Dash

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Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Sr. Pastor, First Presbyterian Church of Bend

What’s Cooking w/Chef Lisa Glickman

Coming Up At The Tower TheatreOutdoor Survival TipsHDCM Spotlight Series

George Endicott, Mayor, City of RedmondCO SpeaksOSU Exstention Service Master GardenerLocal Motorsports Tip

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CASA of CO & Light of HopeEvent

Downtown Bend Business Assoc.

Local Fitness Tip

BEAT’s “Guys n Dolls”


Students Raising Money for Sparrows Clubs


Free play in Culver & dessert social

29th 30th Bend MS WalkGMCO/HSCO “Pet of the Week” Get Outdoors w/Bob WoodwardUpper Deschutes Watershed CouncilLocal Design TipBudo Fights

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Soroptimists International of Bend work to improve the lives of women and children. Once again, they invite the community to support new mothers and babies by donating essential baby items to local families who cannot afford them. Often a woman must face an impending birth with no resources for her new baby, because she has fled domestic violence or because of poverty. With everyone’s help, we can ease the burden on new mothers and provide support to give these babies a great start. This year, there is more need than ever.

During the past five years, SI Bend has collected new and gently used baby/toddler items valued at nearly $10,000 each year. Everything was taken to our local DHS office, and the items were distributed to needy local women. The Community Baby Shower seems to have a life of its own – people watch for it to start, they make quilts, blankets, & clothing for the collection – and it grows bigger every year.

Got baby-stuff? We are requesting donations of (unwrapped) new or gently used ‘infant’ or newborn-size baby items, such as:

• Infant-size disposable diapers, pajamas, "onesies", booties, socks, hats

• Knitted blankets, simple baby-quilts, fleece blankets, receiving blankets

• Baby powder, oil, shampoo, wipes, pacifiers, thermometer, Q-tips, rattles, toys, bottles.

Collection Sites (through March 31): Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Newport Avenue Market, 1121 NW NewportBlack Bear Diner, 1465 NE Third Street

Food 4 Less Market, 63455 N Highway 97 Jake’s Diner, 2210 NE Highway 20

Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St.La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St.

DHS also needs cash donations to purchase necessary items not donated, especially new baby car-seats which, by law, cannot be reused. Please mail your check to “Soroptimist”, P.O. Box 1843, Bend 97709, and SI Bend will send you a receipt. Soroptimist International of Bend is a 501(c)3 nonprofit service organization, Tax I.D. #27-0010575, & contributions are tax deductible.

Too often the joy that should accompany the birth of a new baby is marred by poverty, violence or abuse. With your help, our Community Baby Shower will help these women to celebrate their new babies! Contact 388-8505 for more information.


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Page 10Third Grade- A Pivotal Year For Literacy Linda Balsiger

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Page 12Signs, Signs, Everywhere are SignsMark Larson

Page 7Bucking Your FailuresBettyJean Schuster

Page 10Keeping Kids ActiveEmily Moser

Page 11Give Them Wings: Crying and CoalitionsRachel Martin

6th Annual Community Baby ShowerHelping Local Babies in Need

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ith so much uncertainty impacting people these days, the question arises; “What should I be doing to stabilize or improve my fi nancial future?”

A positive fi rst step would be to investigate ways to move in a positive direction with your fi nances, the base of your own individual economic environment. This is a good time to take advantage of current conditions to help make the results of your fi nancial plan what you want it to be.

One option is debt consolidation. Debt consolidation is moving all your outstanding balances to one lender. Consolidation will not eliminate your debt, but will help you manage it. Moving all your outstanding balances to one lender will not reduce the total amount you owe, you still have to ultimately pay off the loan and interest.

Most people who are in debt are looking forward to the day when they will be debt-free. One of the fastest ways to get out of debt is to reduce your credit card balances. Here are some suggestions:

• Consolidate at the best rate possible• Pay more than the minimum balance• Consolidated debt should not be a revolving balance

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Debt consolidation can help you save money by lowering your interest rate and giving you the opportunity to pay it off on your own schedule.

Certainly these are challenging fi nancial times that can cause a lot of stress and worry. Imagine how much better it would feel to take steps toward a goal of a brighter fi nancial future.

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Yes, It Still Makes Sense to Buy a House

The home buying picture is radically different today com-pared to the out-of-reach prices a few years ago. For house hunters, it’s a buyer’s market with low home loan rates and many houses for sale. There are still very sound reasons to buy a house:• Homes are affordable. Prices have dramatically come

down from their peak a few years ago• Home inventory is high. This means you can buy more

house now than you could have at the peak of the housing market.

• You have considerable leverage to negotiate the price of a house for sale.

• Home loan interest rates are low. Again, this makes it possible to buy more house.

• You still qualify for a tax break on interest payments. While this benefi t alone is not a good reason to buy a house, it does sweeten the arrangement if you itemize deductions.

• You’ll own it. You can design it, remodel it, and paint it any color you choose. You never have that freedom in a rental.

• It’s forced savings. You’ll build equity in a house you own, even if more slowly than in the past. Rent money is just…well…gone.

The combo of low loan rates and low home prices is too good to pass up. If you’re ready to explore your housing options, talk to Kris Danks at Arbor Mortgage (541-585-1819). They have a program for just about everyone, some even require no down payment. She’ll also help you clear up the mixed messages about home ownership and can even prequalify you for a mortgage. That way, you’ll know exactly what neighborhood to start shopping in.

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Give Your Debts a Financial Health Check

A debt-to-income ratio is a measure of financial stability calculated by dividing monthly minimum debt payments by monthly gross income. This calculation gives a straightforward depiction of your financial position. Typically, the lower your ratio, the better handle you have on debt.Determining your debt:• Collect your most recent credit billing statements for current

balances• Outline your total monthly bills using two columns: bill type (such

as car loan, mortgage/rent payments, and so on) and monthly payment. Do not include bills such as taxes and utilities in this list.

• Add up the total for all of the monthly payments listed• Calculate your monthly before-tax income. If you receive a

paycheck every other week, as opposed to twice a month, your monthly gross income is your before-tax income from one paycheck times 2.17.

• Your monthly debt-to-income ratio is calculated by dividing your monthly debt payments by your monthly income. For example, someone with a monthly income of $2,000 who is making monthly payments of $500 on loans and credit cards has a debt-to-income ratio of 25% ($500 ÷ $2,000 = .25 or 25%)

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If you’re a homeowner, you work hard to pay for your home. Maybe it’s time to put your home to work for you with a Home Equity Loan or Line of Credit.

You can use a Home Equity Loan or Credit Line to borrow for practically any major purchase like home improvements, college, new vehicle, vacation, medical bills, or debt consolidation.

We can offer you a lower rate because your house secures the loan or credit line, and there may be additional savings in tax returns. Be sure to consult your tax advisor.

If credit card payments are eating up your disposable income each month, or if you need cash to remodel your kitchen, or buy a new car, a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC) might be your best bet.

These loans let you borrow money using the equity in your home as collateral. Financial institutions usually let you borrow up to 75% or 80% of your equity (the difference between your home’s market value and any mortgage balance, including equity loans). The loan rates are usually very low, since you’re providing such high-quality collateral. That’s especially true at credit unions.

There’s also a tax advantage. Unlike almost any other consumer loan type, the interest on a home equity loan or HELOC can be tax deductable. Be sure to consult your tax advisor regarding tax deductibility.

Two products. Home equity loans and HELOCs are two distinct products. With a home equity loan, you borrow a lump sum of money repayable over a fixed term, usually five to 15 years, giving you the security of a locked-in rate and a consistent monthly payment.

People tend to use home equity loans for large, one-time expenses like a major home-improvement project, to start a business, make a big-ticket purchase, or consolidate high-interest debt. This type of loan makes sense if you don’t foresee future borrowing needs.

A HELOC is much like a credit card or any other type of open-ended credit. You can borrow money as needed, up to the credit limit your lender assigns using a special convenience check. Mid Oregon Credit Union offers free online banking so you can even transfer funds from your HELOC to your checking or savings account. A HELOC is usually a variable-rate loan so your monthly payments will change based on your outstanding balance and rate fluctuation.

A line of credit offers flexibility and ready access to funds, making it ideal for unexpected expenses like large medical bills. A HELOC can also help finance a college education, especially for higher-income families who don’t qualify for financial aid.

Low costs. Home equity products do have closing costs, but they’re generally far lower than for first mortgages, and lenders sometimes will waive the costs or roll them into the amount borrowed. With a HELOC, once you establish your line of credit you can borrow multiple times with no additional closing costs.

Mid Oregon Credit Union can help you decide which product is right for you, and how much credit you can safely handle. Before you visit Mid Oregon Credit Union, do your own assessment of your financial situation. Is your job secure? How stable is your living situation? What future expenses do you foresee?

Since home equity loans and lines of credit use your home as collateral, don’t take on excessive debt, and do make timely payments. You can’t beat the low interest rates and tax-deductible interest of a home equity loan or HELOC.

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Here’s a scary statistic – children under the age of 5 are twice as likely to die in a fi re as older children or adults. Each year, thousands of children are injured or killed in residential fi res, many of which could have been prevented. Parents and caregivers of young children who take a few minutes now to prepare and educate can help prevent the unthinkable later. Here’s how:

Smoke Alarms:Most homes have smoke alarms on the wall or ceiling, but many of

them don’t work. In a fi re, you may have only seconds to escape the heat and deadly smoke. Families can dramatically increase their chances of surviving a fi re simply by installing and maintaining working smoke alarms. When was the last time you tested your smoke alarm?

Home Fire Escape Plan:Even with working smoke alarms, a home fi re escape plan can make

all the difference. Creating and practicing a home fi re escape plan is an activity for the entire family, and it’s easy to do. Simply draw a basic diagram of your home, marking all windows and doors, and plan escape routes from each room. Most rooms (especially bedrooms) need to have two ways out. Next, choose a meeting place away from the house – it could be a tree, a mailbox, or a neighbor’s house. Make sure everyone in the home knows what YOUR family’s meeting place is and teach children never to go back in to a burning house. The last thing to do is practice, practice, practice. Show children how to crawl low beneath smoke, how to check for hot doors, and how to escape using alternate routes such as windows.

Children and Fire:Children have a natural curiosity about fi re, and many adults

underestimate a young child’s ability to strike a match or operate a lighter. What you can do:

• Store matches and lighters out of children’s reach and sight, preferably in a locked cabinet. Remember that child-resistant lighters are not childproof.

• Teach children to tell an adult if they fi nd matches or a lighter or see another child with matches or a lighter in their possession.

• When a child is curious about fi re or has been caught misusing fi re, calmly and fi rmly explain that matches and lighters are tools for adults to use and never toys for children, and then contact your local fi re department for fi re safety education for your child.

• Be a good role model by practicing and teaching fi re safe behavior in your home. Never use matches or lighters for amusement, as children may imitate you.

For more information on keeping your family and home fi re safe, contact the fi re department in your area.

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I usually write an article about Seasonal allergies in the Spring. This year I would like to

give you the updated information earlier in the season, hopefully to help avoid the usual sniffs and sneezes. An allergy is a hypersensitivity immune reaction specifi c to a foreign substance termed an allergen. Allergens can be food, medicines, molds, grasses, dust or pollens. Here in Central Oregon, red clay dust, juniper, pine pollens, and blooming sage are common potential allergens.

During an allergic reaction, a small part of the allergen enters the bloodstream, our immune system recognizes it as foreign (to the body) and the allergen triggers a hypersensitivity reaction. The reaction may include fatigue, swelling and redness, itchy watery eyes, runny noses, and maybe even diffi culty breathing. Histamine is the chemical that creates the symptoms of an allergy attack.

One of my favorite and effective recommendations in the last few years has been local bee pollen or local honey, which contains pollens. You may ask why eat bee pollen if I’m allergic to pollens? The concept is this: When you put a small amount of the seemingly harmful irritant (bee pollen from local fl ower pollens) into your body, your immune system builds defenses or immunities against the foreign substance.

This will make the immune system “ready” to handle any of that substance in larger quantities the next time it is in contact with it, so there is no “hyper-reaction”, or histamine reaction. It is a similar concept to using a vaccine or homeopathic medicines, which I also love for allergies. Local honey or local bee pollen is so important since “local” has the local pollens that we will be breathing in, not the pollens from another part of the country.

The earlier bee pollen or honey supplementation is begun prior to allergy season, the greater the rate of its success. That is why I often have patients begin in March or

even February for the upcoming allergy season. Local health food stores have been my most reliable source of local honey this early in the season but any local bee keeper would be perfect as well. There are some signifi cant statistics about local honey and bee pollen from the Journal of Allergy: 1.73% of patients with hay fever averaged a 75% improvement in their symptoms when given bee pollen orally. 2.78% of asthma patients averaged a 75% improvement after taking bee pollen. 3.17% of hay fever sufferers and 33.3% of asthmatics experienced a complete improvement on oral bee pollen supplements or local bee pollen or local honey which contains bee pollen.

Patients also often ask why they have allergies now when they never had them before. This is because of physiological changes that happen with aging or due to lifestyle choices, such as poor diets, which negatively effect our immune response. For example, in response to stress our bodies produce the hormone cortisol, which in excess can reduce the body’s ability to cope with allergens. Stress also produces changes, which can negatively effect the protective components of the immune system in our gastrointestinal systems; this makes us more vulnerable to potential allergens from foods. This chronic low level allergic response can produce many symptoms, including becoming more reactive to other environmental allergens because the immune system is becoming overloaded. There are accurate tests to test the adrenal system and food allergies.

Other natural allergy treatments include herbals; vitamins and homeopathic medicines are great for children and adults. I have found treatments with IV vitamin that support the immune system to be very effective as well. Always consult your doctor before beginning any drug or

natural medicine. Remember that an allergic reaction is a confused immune system. The more you ‘burden’ it, the more likely you are to experience symptoms. If you have any questions regarding allergies or any other questions please feel free to contact my offi ce.

We have all come to understand that it is the successes as well as the failures that makeup who we are. Why is it we concentrate more on our failures than successes? Maybe it is because we remember the striking pain and even embarrassment of our failures. Yet our successes can be just as impactful. Do we not have excitement, the urge to share with others, and adrenaline rushes with our accomplishments and successes? Yes!

The challenge for most of us is we were brought up believing that we need to work on our weaknesses. Thus, we conclude failure is something we need to “fi x” and overcome. This is backwards; we should focus on our strengths as they give us our greatest successes. We need our strengths and our successes to assist us in navigating forward through life with optimism and courage.

At this time, you may feel as though you have had very little successes to build an optimistic and successful life. That is not true! For Example…

While preparing for a video interview, I was mentally going thru any possible questions that might be asked. When the question, “what are your passions?” popped into my mind I drifted from one thing to another until I reached the thought of horses.

I was nine-years-old when my grandfather tossed me on the back of a horse that was new to wearing a saddle let alone a human on its back. As he was doing this he said, “You’re his fi rst rider, all you have to do is hang on”. That horse bucked this way and that, I whispered to the horse affi rming to him that he would be okay. At the end of the ride the horse and I each had a great accomplishment, I stayed on the horse, and he faced the fear of a rider.

The horse experience I had, allowed me to have the confi dence to go on to be an equestrian, and win a couple of buckles and a title. There were rough times along the way to my wins, but I was not “bucked off” and kept building on my experiences. I am confi dent that you too have many experiences and accomplishments to build on.

I can make a list of numerous accomplishments in my life and I know you can as well. Can you ride a bike or read this article? These are basic accomplishments that may be taken for granted, yet, they were challenging at one time, and learning these things gave you tools and confi dence to build your life and make you who you are. I encourage you to take inventory, create a long and detailed list of your accomplishments and successes no matter how basic you feel they may be, thus acknowledging that you are a winner, you are accomplished, and you believe in yourself.

I encourage you to be like the horse and buck your fears, your negativity and failures so you can search out the truth, fi nd your accomplishments, bask in your successes, and succeed on this ride called life.

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Sunriver Nature Center Spring Break Kids’ Classes: March 23rd, 10am. Cost: Non-members $15 Members: $13.50. At the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Road, Sunriver. 541-593-4394 or [email protected] Explorers = Ages 4-6 Topic: TracksJunior Explorers = Ages 7-10 Topic: Reptiles

High Desert Museum Spring Camp, March 21-25th. Exciting new themes:Slippery Scales (Ages 5-6). What lays eggs, but is not a bird? Rad reptiles and awesome amphibians! Discover how these creatures live throughout the High Desert and adapt in very cool ways. Meet live animals and learn how to care for their environments.Flying High (Ages 7-8). Meet live raptors and butterflies as you discover the mysteries of flight. Experiment with aerodynamics, build an airborne device of your own and see where it takes you.Documentary Film Making (Ages 9-10). Join teams and produce a documentary about High Desert culture, past and present. Explore the creative process, from interviewing subjects to creating storyboards and filming.Camps are from 9am-3pm. $125 for all five days. Extended Care hours 7:30-9am and 3-5:15pm daily. $15 for morning or afternoon extended care for the week; $25 for both extended care sessions for the week. Registration open now in person, by mail, or by phone. Registration and payment cannot be made online. Note: We will only hold your camp reservation when we receive full payment for that week. To register; print out this PDF form, complete and mail with your check or credit card to hold your spot. You may also fax your form with credit card information to: 541-382-5256. Make checks out to High Desert Museum. Mail to: Kids Camp, High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend OR 97702. Call 541-382-4754, ext. 329 for more information.

Mt. Bachelor Alpine Spring Break Camp: March 22-25, 9-1pm. Freeride Snowboard/Ski Spring Camp: March 19-22nd, 10am.www.mbsef.org

Art Station Art Break!: Ages 6-8, Sess. 1: M-F, Mar 21-24th, 9am-12pm and Ages 8-12, Sess. 2: M-F, Mar 21-24th, 1pm-4. The l-o-n-g winter days are winding down – sounds like it’s time for an art break! Let your imagination run free while you explore, experiment and invent with painting, drawing, collage, and more. Bring a healthy snack. $89. Clay Break!: Ages 6-8, Sess. 2: M-F, Mar 21-24th, 1pm-4 and Ages 8-12, Sess. 1: M-F, Mar 21-24th, 9am-12pm.. Build your own city out of clay! You’re the planner and engineer when you step into the clay studio and learn all the “ins and outs” of building with clay. You will learn a variety of hand-building techniques to make your own town come to life. $89.

Bend Parks and Recreation Operation Recreation: March 21-25th, 7am-6pm. At Ponderosa Elementary. Meeting the needs of working parents and the fun seeking child. This program operates on no-school days. Children enjoy a variety of enrichment activities and daily field trips. For K-5th graders. $37 ID or $50 OD. Skate Camp: March 21-25th, 9-Noon. Ages 6-14yrs. At the Truckstop Skatepark, 1307 NE 1st. Learn new and improved skills as you enjoy private use and professional instruction at the park. A week-ending open skate jam will showcase your new skills to family and friends. Skateboards and helmets required. Helmets may be rented. Fee $150 ID $203 OD.KPOV Kids Radio Camp: March 21-25th, 9-Noon. Ages 10-13yrs. At the KPOV Raido, 501 NW Bond. KPOV 106.7 (Bend Community Radio) will help you get your voice heard! Learn how to be a DJ, report the news, create a radio advertisement or just tell a wacky story with sound effects, music and humor. The show will be broadcast on 106.7 FM the week a fter class, and you’ll get a copy on CD to take home. Fee: $90 ID $121 OD.Spring Fling Cowpoke Camp: March 21-25th, 10-Noon. At the Rakkan Equestrian, 60920 Larsen. If you are a cowboy/cowgirl or just want to act like one this is the camp for you! Sharon Studdard, our main cowgirl, will help you learn how to groom, braid, tack and of course ride! Play some games on horseback such as red light green light, musical stall, pole bending and barrel racing. Classes are small groups of 4-5. Boots and jeans required. Fee: $295 ID $398 ODMad Scientist Camp: March 21-25th, 10-3pm. Ages 6-11yrs. At Hollinshead Barn, 1235 Jones. Investigate a new science topic each day. From buiilding rockets to nature walks. This week is a grab bag of fun and safe science activites. Explore the world around you and discover how things work. By the end of the week students will be able to create a Mad Schince Plan and watch it come to fruition. Bring your lunch and water bottle. Fee: $150 ID $203 OD.

Youth Archery: March 21-25, 9-12:30pm. Ages 10-14yrs. Learn the basics of bows and arrows, using equipment specifically designed for the young archer.

This introductory program exphasizes understanding the terminology and equipment, shooting safety, and developing basic archery skills on a mixed indoor and outdoor range in a small group setting. Plenty of

hands on fun! All equipment provided. Meets at Harmon Park Outdoor Center. Fee: $23 ID $31OD.

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Cascade Indoor SportsAll Sport Camp: March 21-24, individual days or all four days. Ages

6-11. 8:30-12:30pm. This camp is geared to participants of all ability levels. Come join the fun! We’ll be playing all your favorite P.E. games during camp

(kickball, socker, tag, ultimate frisbee, flag football, dodge ball, etc). Campers must bring running shoes, appropriate clothing, water bottle and snack each day. Individual day Fee: $25 ID $34 OD. All Four Days Fee: $85 ID $115 OD.

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• Catch a movie at a theater or at home.• Go bowling.• Attend a play at places such as the Bend Theatre for Young People and the Cascades Theatrical Company.• Enjoy live music – year-round at The Children’s Music Theatre Group and at coffee shops and other family-friendly venues.• Play paintball.

Sports And Athletics• Tee it up at one of the region’s world renowned golf courses.• Swim at places like Juniper Swim & Fitness Center in Bend, the Redmond Area Parks and Recreation Pool, Madras Aquatic Center or Kah-Nee-Ta Resort. • Organize a baseball, basketball, soccer or football game at an athletic facility or field. Consider sports camps and classes, too.• Hone your skills at skate parks such as the Madras Bike and Skatepark, Bend’s Ponderosa Skate Park and the skate park in Prineville.• Learn to climb at venues such as the Bend Rock Gym.

How can you ensure a fun and safe spring break for your kids amid your busy workweek? Consider connecting with the parents of your child’s friends and share responsibilities for dropping off and picking up kids from activities. If possible, also consider taking turns taking one day off of work during the week and chaperoning a group of kids. It will help spread the carpooling duties, add a little fun to your week, and help you better connect with other parents and your child’s friends.

Whether it’s sports, spending time outdoors, volunteering or other interests, busy kids have great opportunities to learn and grow. They are less likely to get involved in risky behavior, too. Research backs this up. The more activities kids are involved with, the less likely they are to use alcohol and other drugs.

And remember: keeping kids busy doesn’t have to mean spending money. The value of staying busy is effective regardless of whether an activity carries a price tag. Many activities have low or no cost, such as volunteering, participating in a church youth group or helping organize a neighborhood movie review club.

For more on activities in the region, visit these websites: www.visitbend.com/Bend_Oregon_Activities_Recreation/Outdoor-Recreation/Family-Fun/; www.bendparksandrec.org/; www.ccprd.org

Parents and other caregivers in Central Oregon interested in parenting resources and information about helping youth stay alcohol and drug free may contact the Deschutes County Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator (541-330-4632); the Crook County Prevention Coordinator (541-416-8392); the Alcohol/Meth Prevention Coordinator for Warm Springs (541-553-2211); or the Certified Prevention Specialists at the BestCare Prevention Office in Madras (541-475-4884). Parenting resources and information also are available from the Central Oregon Family Resource Center (www.frconline.org).

Oregon Partnership (OP) is a statewide nonprofit that exists to end substance abuse and suicide. To read OP’s Parenting for Prevention e-newsletter, visit orpartnership.org and click on the Parenting for Prevention link on the home page.


Keeping Kids ActiveTeaming up with other parents can help ensure Fun, Healthy Spring Break

By Emi ly Moser

Many area kids are counting the days until spring break. Excitement reigns. For many parents, the reaction might be more mixed. Spring break might mean a reprieve from the typical busy week of homework and shuttling between school and activities. But for non-vacationing families – for parents who will clock in at work during spring break – keeping young people active, safe and having fun can present challenges.

Fear not, parents. Central Oregon has a plethora of engaging and healthy activities for youth. Here are several ideas:

The Great Outdoors• Ski, snowboard and tube at Mount Bachelor, Hoodoo and Willamette Pass. Many locations, such as the Virginia Meissner Sno-Park, offer cross country skiing, skate skiing and snowshoeing. There also are miles of snowmobile trails.• Picnic and play at a city park.• Raft, kayak and fish on rivers such as the Deschutes and Metolius. Take a trip to Wickiup Reservoir, Lake Billy Chinook, Lake Simtustus or other lakes to fish, ski, wakeboard and tube. • Explore lava tubes.• Climb at Smith Rock State Park.• Hike in area national forests.• Mountain bike at places like the Tumalo Falls Trail.• Check out the region’s many off-highway vehicle trail networks for dirt biking and four wheeling.

Educational• Get into a good book or check out activities at local libraries. The Jefferson County Library, the Deschutes Public Library and the Crook County Library offer story times and other programs.• Delve into history at venues such as High Desert Museum, the Des Chutes Historical Museum, The Museum at Warm Springs or the Jefferson County Museum.• Explore fish hatcheries at Round Butte and Fall River Fish Hatchery.• Take a class or seminar at Art Station in Bend and the Bend Science Station.• Visit an art gallery.• Take self-guided or ranger-guided interpretive tours in many city and state parks as well as national forests throughout the region.• Visit a community center or explore activities at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Oregon.

Entertainment• Challenge friends to video games. The CAT6 Video Game Lounge in Bend is one option.


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Third grade is a critical year for students. They are expected to have basic reading and writing skills, and to begin to apply those skills in a variety of academic contexts. Does your child meet grade-level expectations? The following summarizes the third grade literacy standards published by the Oregon Department of Education.

Reading – Decoding and Oral Fluency SkillsA third grade student is expected to have the “decoding” skills needed to easily read

single syllable words, and to analyze and break down longer words into their parts. They should know and recognize common word patterns and affixes found in longer words (e.g. –ight, -tion, -ful, -ness). A third grader is expected to read grade-level material aloud fluently, using prosody to convey expression and punctuation with appropriate pacing. The oral fluency standard that Oregon has established for third graders is 110-120 correct words per minute. Oral reading fluency is measured through DIBELS testing conducted in the schools – typically each quarter.

Reading Comprehension and VocabularyReading comprehension becomes increasingly important in third grade, as children

shift from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” They are now expected to have solid reading comprehension for a variety of text structures, including expository text (fact-based), literary/narrative text (stories), online information, magazines/newspapers, and poetry. For expository material, a third grader can pinpoint the main idea and supporting details, distinguish fact vs. opinion, and answer factual questions. For literary text, they are able to identify themes, recognize character traits and motivations, and retell story events in sequence. For both fact-based and literary text, a third grader can summarize the information read, identify cause-effect, make predictions, compare and contrast information from different sources, and relate prior knowledge and experience from their own lives to information found in the text. They are also able to self-monitor their understanding, and apply strategies to clarify information that does not make sense.

When encountering unknown vocabulary words, a third grader is able to flag those words and apply strategies to decipher meaning. These strategies include knowledge of word origins, common word prefixes (un-, re-, pre-, bi-, mis-, dis-) and suffixes (-er, -est, -ful), and contextual clues. A third grader can categorize and classify words, and demonstrates knowledge of relationships between words, including antonyms, synonyms, homophones, and homographs.

Reading comprehension skills are assessed statewide in third grade, through “OAKS” testing (Oregon Assessment of Knowledge and Skills).

Writing and Spelling SkillsA third grader has been working on basic writing skills for two years, and is now

expected to understand and apply all of the steps of the writing process, including: pre-writing or organization of ideas using notes or graphic organizers, production of a rough draft, revising and editing, and proofing. They are able to use reference materials to research and combine information from different sources. For expository (fact-based) writing, a third grader ought to be able to produce a solid paragraph with a topic sentence, details, and conclusion. Narrative stories include important contextual information, and properly develop the plot or story line. For both expository and narrative writing, paragraphs should contain logically sequenced ideas, and employ linking words to connect and transition among ideas. Sentences should contain a variety of vocabulary words, including descriptive adjectives and verbs. Grammar is expected to be correct, including subject-verb agreement and past and future tense forms. Writing conventions for punctuation and capitalization are followed, including commas in dates and addresses, quotation marks for speech, and capitalization of proper names, places, and holidays. Handwriting should be legible, paragraph margins observed, and appropriate spacing inserted between letters and words.

Third graders can correctly spell words with consonant blends at the beginning and end of the word, spell common homophones (haul/hall), and remember spellings for words that have been studied in class. They should be able to change word forms correctly for common endings (swim > swimming, bunny > bunnies), and spell common contractions. They can identify grade-level words they suspect are misspelled, and apply strategies to attempt to correct those spellings.

Concerns?If your child is behind in reading or writing, it is important to seek help now. Third

grade is a pivotal year, and children that are behind in third grade find it increasingly difficult to catch up later. An evaluation can pinpoint the underlying cause of your child’s learning challenges, and provide recommendations to help them succeed in school. Targeted intervention can help to develop the underlying foundational skills that are missing, and keep students from losing confidence in their learning abilities before they become discouraged learners.

Linda Balsiger, M.S., CCC-SLP is a literacy and learning specialist and certified state-licensed speech-language pathologist. She is the owner of Bend Language & Learning, a private practice dedicated to the treatment of dyslexia and other language-based learning disorders (www.bendlanguageandlearning.com).

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Q. My husband and I disagree about when to discipline our toddler. He acts as if she can do no wrong. She is running our household. He

can’t stand to hear her cry. I want her to be happy, too, but her tantrums and rebelliousness are driving me to tears. When I say no to something and she cries, my husband gives her what she wants. How can I convince him we have to be united with her? A. Certainly it is not good for children to have one parent who gives in (is permissive) and another who is firm. Every time you set a limit and your husband gives in on her appeal, your daughter is confused and your own ability to guide her is sabotaged. In addition, she is taught that when she can appeal to her father, she can behave in almost any way she wants. Her father and she form an informal and unintended but very real “coalition” that empowers her to be so demanding that her temper does indeed “rule the household” and this makes life miserable for entire family, I suspect. When temper tantrums work for the child, they are reinforced, making them more likely to happen in the future. It is very hard for some people to set firm limits with their children, especially a first child. I think in part it is a fear that the child won’t like them if they make her angry or sad enough to cry. Another possible reason may be the belief that if one just keeps a young child happy, then he or she will be fine. Another reason may be confusion or disagreement about what limits are appropriate. Also, some folks just can’t stand the stress of listening to a child’s yelling or crying. Is your husband able to tell you why he gives in to your daughter’s tantrums?

A great many research studies have shown that there are three major components of parenting that contribute to successful outcomes for children. Children and youth are more self-reliant, responsible, successful in school, and more resistant to peer pressure when parent-child interactions have three key characteristics. These characteristics include (a) high, age-appropriate expectations and firm limits for behavior, (b) plenty of nurturing and emotional support, and (c) respect for the child’s feelings and ideas. Parents who show these characteristics are said to have an “authoritative parenting style,” as opposed to the authoritarian or permissive styles.

Children truly need and benefit from firm, age-appropriate limits, as well as plenty of nurturing and respect for their feelings. Even though they may cry, and many throw tantrums, when a parent sets appropriate limits, children feel more secure and happy in the long run because of it. In addition, a well-behaved child is going to have a happier family life and will be able to make friends with other children more easily.

How can a parent say no and also respect a child’s feelings? By being an active listener for feelings, by saying, “I know you are upset because you can’t do/have this…” and explaining why the parent will not let her do/have it. For example, lifting a child off of the dining chair or table while saying, “I know you want to climb up on the table, but I’m afraid you will get hurt. I can’t let you risk that. I need to keep you safe.”

Children cooperate more easily with parents when parents act calmly like the critically important teachers that they are for their children, and enforce the limits without using angry voices. Ask your husband to remember his role as an understanding, calm, and patient teacher, who nurtures, listens, and also guides through setting and enforcing appropriate limits. Limits can be enforced most easily during the early years through making the home “child-proof,” through distraction or redirecting unacceptable behaviors to something acceptable, and through gentle physical management, such as leading her by the hand or lifting and carrying her away from the trouble.

Rachel Martin, M.S., is a Certified Family Life Educator. Email her at [email protected] or write to her at P.O. Box 131, Corvallis, OR 97339-0131.

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In February’s issue of the The Family News, I wrote that parents are often uncertain as to the best way to respond when their child acts aggressively toward other children. They may be confused as to what’s behind the behavior and worried that their child will grow up to be a bully.

Aggressive behaviors may first be observed when a newly ambulatory infant barges ahead, crawling over everything and every other baby in their way. The motivation here is recognized as a desire to get to another place or to something that has caught their attention. Children of this age are unable to consider others’ reactions and feelings in deciding where and how to move. The obvious response here is diligent attention to make sure playmates that lie in the way are safe.

Up until 18 months, a child does not realize there is any other way to consider something than the way they are thinking. “If I want it, it’s mine and I’ll take it.” They have not yet developed what is called the “other mind”, that someone else might have a different view on things. This is also the reason toddlers will keep doing things parents forbid. In their thinking, “if I want to do it, mom and dad want me to do it too, even if they keep saying ‘no’.” This does not mean parents shouldn’t continue to teach the boundaries and limits that are needed. It only means parents need to understand this stage of development as they teach and discipline.

It is because of the above that around 18 months behaviors such as temper tantrums, biting, throwing and hitting may emerge. Again, these are not motivated by thoughts of getting even, hurting others or feeling more powerful. The primary motivation in each is usually frustration with not being able to have their way. Staying close, being supportive, shadowing and teaching your child to “use your words,” lead to learning appropriate ways to interact with others.

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As toddlers move into the pre-preschool age, there will be many more opportunities for interacting with other children. Consequently, there will be many more opportunities for aggressive behavior to emerge. This is one of the main reasons children between 2 and 4 need to socialize with their peers. Careful observation by caregivers will keep the confrontations to a minimum and will provide many “teachable moments” for each child to learn kind and loving ways to interact.

The closer a child gets to pre-school age the greater their sense of empathy and caring can develop for now they understand that others may see things differently than they. This does not mean aggression and self-centered behavior disappear, however, if appropriate teaching is used to encourage sharing, negotiating and working together most children will develop caring attitudes.

When schools screen children for being “ready for kindergarten” some of the primary benchmarks they are looking for are the ability to interact appropriately with others, follow directions by an adult other than their own parents and pay attention to what is going on around them. If a parent has been careful to use the early years as a teaching time for all of these, their child will be ready to gain from the academic atmosphere school provides and able to interact appropriately with their classmates.

Together For Children is a resource for parents with children birth through three years old that gives opportunities for children to socialize with others their age and for parents meet other supportive adults. Please call 541-389-9317 or go to www.together-for-children.org to learn more. Enrollment for the winter term is currently happening.

For those of you who grew up in the seventies you might remember these words from a band called the Five Man Electrical Band. For the rest of you this may or may not be what you see when you’re driving. Everyday when you drive you pass speed signs, construction signs, school signs, speed zone signs, merge signs, railroad signs, and many more. These may be just the ones you

really need to “see”. You’re also inundated with many more signs about restaurants, stores, advertising, etc that someone out there wants you to read. “Signs, signs everywhere are signs, blocking out the scenery, breaking my mind.”

There are 3 types of traffi c signs you need to be aware of: Regulatory, Warning and Guidance. Regulatory are those specifi c to the law and are to be obeyed. They are white and black and/or red and white. Speed, Yield, School Zone and Do Not Enter signs are examples of Regulatory signs. Warning signs are those designed to provide you important information that will keep you and others on the road safe. They are orange and black and/or yellow and black. Road Construction, Curve Ahead and Merge Ahead are examples of Warning signs. Guidance signs provide information that is useful to your travel. They are green and white, blue and white and/or brown and white. Street Name, Rest Area, Exit and Scenic Area are examples of Guidance signs.

Which of these signs do you need to read and follow? All of them are there for your safe travel. Speed signs are posted to let you know what the maximum safe speed is for optimum conditions. These are set by the Highway Engineers based on the road design, traffi c fl ows and good weather conditions. Contrary to what some drivers think they are not telling you it is safe to drive 5, 10 or even 15 miles per hour faster than stated. The posted speed is the speed you should be traveling

Warning signs let you know of construction areas where the road may be in a temporary state of repair. Maybe a detour or a fl agger is approaching or there may be equipment and construction personnel in and around the roadway. You will see yellow speed signs on the approach to some curves. They are warning you that the posted speed is the best speed for that curve under optimum conditions.

Guidance signs tell you where you are or where you are going. They will inform you which road or street you’re on, where the next rest area or food is located or how far it may be to your fi nal destination. All of this is important information for making your travel safer and more enjoyable.

All traffi c signs are important or they would not be placed. Remember they are there for your safety and the safety of other users on our highway

system. Following the signs and the rules of the road is something you agreed to when you received your driver license. Remember those signs aren’t blocking out the scenery, they’re helping you be a safe driver.

As the driver of your vehicle, see those signs that make you a safe driver, leave the rest of the signs to your passengers and the Five Man Electrical Band.

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Many adults have good childhood memories of biking to school and around their neighborhoods. But the number of kids biking and walking to school today is under half of what it was thirty years ago. This is an opportunity lost, for many reasons.

Walking or biking to school gives children time for physical activity and a sense of responsibility and independence; allows them to enjoy being outside; and provides them with time to socialize with their parents and friends and to get to know their neighborhoods. Walking or biking to school is also associated with higher overall physical activity throughout the day, which can have multiple health benefi ts including stress reduction, relief of ADHD symptoms, and increased c o g n i t i v e and motor functioning.

To help kids learn how to bike safely, Commute Options offers bike safety education in 13 Central Oregon elementary schools this spring and fall through the Safe Routes to School program. Safe Routes to School (SRTS) is an international program, which creates safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from school. The program under way in Jefferson, Crook and Deschutes counties is funded by the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Brian Potwin, Commute Options’ SRTS Manager/Instructor, and community volunteers bring a fl eet of over 30 bicycles to schools to give eight hours of instruction over a two-week period. Depending on the school’s program, 3rd, 4th or 5th grade students receive the curriculum as part of their regular school day. During the course of the session, students learn everything from pedestrian safety to vehicular cycling.

“By the end of the class, kids have a much better concept of how the transportation system works, and how they can be part of it as active, healthy members of the community,” says Potwin. He says the standardized curriculum used in SRTS courses teaches not only how to properly fi t a bike helmet, bike maintenance and riding instruction, but most importantly, how a bicycle is a vehicle.

“Think of the course as a Drivers Ed. on bikes,” says Potwin. Students learn about laws for bicyclists that they would otherwise not be learning. Many classes also include a visit from a local law enforcement offi cer or physician

to talk about the importance of following laws and how wearing a helmet can protect your brain in case of an accident. Free helmets are offered to any student who needs one.

All SRTS courses cover the key components of bike safety – be visible, be alert, be aware, and be predictable. In addition to learning the rules of the road, the bike safety courses also teach kids the fun of riding bikes. If kids (and their parents) feel confi dent in biking safely, they can bike to school and around their neighborhoods, increasing their energy and self-confi dence and making them healthier citizens.

Interested in volunteering to help with SRTS courses, or want to bring SRTS courses to your child’s school? Contact Brian Potwin with Commute Options, [email protected].

Commute Options for Central Oregon promotes choices that reduce the impacts of driving alone. For more information about Commute Options, contact Jeff Monson, Executive Director of Commute Options for Central Oregon at 541/330-2647 or visit www.commuteoptions.org.

Annissa Anderson is a freelance writer and public relations consultant in Bend.

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Family Fun Story Time: Every Thurs. at 10:30. Stories, finger rhymes, songs and movement skills for all ages. Parents and caregivers required to attend with child and to participate in all activities. Ages 0-5. Good Chair, Great Books: Mar. 3rd, 12-1 pm. Read and discuss “Animal Vegetable Miracle” by Barbara Kingsolver. Free and open to the publicChapter One Book Club: Mar. 5th, 10 am. he Chapter One Book Club, sponsored by the Friends of the Sunriver Area Public Library, is open to anyone. There are no restrictions on membership. “People of the Book” by Geraldine Brooks (discussion leader: Liz Englund).Deer Resistant Landscaping: Mar. 7th, Noon. Chris Hart- Henderson, landscape designer and nursery owner, offers advice on planning and planting a deer resistant landscape.Recess: Breaktime for Grown Ups: Mar. 8th, 6:30 pm. Recess: a program where grown-up playtime is encouraged. Take a break from maturity to craft, game, and play with other adults. Bring yourself and a friend, and join in on the fun! Kids Crew: Mar. 15th, 3pm. Minute to Win It! Come play, create, do. Games, crafts, activities and fun with books for ages 6-11. Pajama Party Story Time: Mar. 18th, 7 pm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and come and listen to a few short stories before bed. Pajama’s are optional but welcome! Each Family fun session features stories, finger rhymes, songs, and movement skills appropriate for children of all ages that will help them with early literacy skills. Parents or caregivers are required to attend with child and encouraged to participate in all activities. Live Read: Mar. 23rd, 6:30-7:30 pm. Live Read (līv rēd) n. 1. A program in which attendees enjoy light refreshments and listen to great short fiction read out loud by library staff. Synonyms escape from the everyday, rediscover simple pleasures. [email protected] Territory: 1:30-3:30 pm. Free and open to 12 - 17 year olds.Mar. 2nd: Game Day! Video & board games galore! Mar. 9th: Get Crafty. Put your creative skills to the test. This week make creatures using the ancient paper folding origami.Mar. 16th: Open Day! A teen-only place. Hang out, listen to music,chat—it’s your space.


Baby Steps: Stories, songs, rhymes for infants 0-18 months. Thurs., 10:30.Family Fun Story Time: Stories, songs, rhymes, and sometimes a craft for ages 3-5. Weds., 10:15 & 11:15.Teen Thursdays: 1st and 3rd Thurs. of the month. For grades 6-12. 3-4:30 pm. Mar 3rd. Kitchen Chemistry. Visiting Science Wiz will show some spectacular experiments you can do with household supplies. Free. Snacks provided.Mar. 10th. Open Day! The library is your space! Bring your friends, hangout & listen to music. Snacks provided.Mar. 17th. Game Day! Play Wii, guitar Hero, Rock Band and more! Bring in your own games if rated E or T. Board games available too.Redmond RAVEN Teen Council Meetings: Mar. 2nd, 3:30-4:30 pm. Grades 6-12. New members always welcome! We share books, plan volunteer activities, plan teen programs in the library, and have a good time! Redmond Art Committee: Mar. 3rd, 5 pm. The Redmond Library Art Committee features the works of local artists. New members always welcome.Seeding A Sense of Place: Science, Stories, and Smart Forest Policy: Mar. 8th, 6:30 pm. How does our allegiance to places affect our opinions about land use, particularly forest use? How do we build meanings into places individually and collectively through storytelling and public policy? Join OCH scholar and author Gail Wells for a conversation about our connections to each other and our environment. Good Chair Great Book: Mar. 10th, Noon-1 pm. Bring your lunch, and feed your mind at this thought-provoking and fun book club. March’s book is “A Confederacy of Dunces” by John Kennedy Toole.Author Sarahlee Lawrence: Mar. 12th, 2 pm. Sarahlee reads from her memoir, River House, which tells the story of her return to her family’s ranch in Terrebonne where she and her father built a log house by hand. Sarahlee owns and operates local farm, Rainshadow Organics. Edible Landscapes: Mar. 16th, 6:30 pm. Chris Hart-Henderson, landscape designer and nursery owner, shares how to make edible plants the stars of your landscape and your dinner table. Redmond Children’s Program: Mar. 21st, 1pm. Minute to Win-It! Ages 6-11yrs. Outrageous games and challenges.

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Toddlin’ Tales: For ages 18-36 mo. Stories, songs, rhymes, tickles, movement. Tues. at 10:15 and 11am and Wed. at 10:15 am. Come early, space is limited.Baby Steps: Stories, songs, rhymes. For infants 0-18 months. Mondays @ 11 am. Preschool Parade: Stories, songs, rhymes, and sometimes a craft for children ages 3-5. Tues. at 1:30 pm and Fri. at 10:15 am. Saturday Stories: Sat. at 10:15 am. Stories, songs, rhymes, and activities for children ages 3-5.Noche de la Familia: Noche de la Familia es el primer martes de cada mes. Habrá un tiempo de cuentos, canciones, y manualidades para los niños de 0~5 años. Si el tiempo permite, también habrá la oportunidad de conseguir una tarjeta de la biblioteca e ir en un tour de la biblioteca. Los martes, 1 de marzo a las 6:30 pm. Si tienes preguntas, por favor llame a Michele Ping, 541-312-1028. Family Night is the first Tuesday of the month. There will be a story time, with songs and activities for children between 0 and 5. If time permits, there will also be an opportunity to apply for a library card and take a tour of the library.Good Chair, Great Books: Mar. 7th, Noon-1 pm. Read and Discuss “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. Free and open to the public.Kids Crew!: Come play, create, do. Games, crafts, activities, and fun with books.For ages 6–11. Brooks Room 2:30 pm.March 9 – Book It! Hear a story, make a book, play Ad-libs.April 6 - ????? to be announced.May 4 – Game It! Wii, Harry Potter Bingo, and more.Teen Territory: 2-3:30 pm. Brooks Room. Free for ages 12-17. Mar. 2nd theme: Chinese New Year. Celebrate Chinese New Year with crafts, snacks and activities. Mar. 16th theme: Game Day! Hang out with your friends and play some fun board games and video games.Words on Tap: Mar. 12th, 7 pm. Literature, Music, and Beer! What could be more Irish? Portland writer Brian Doyle, author of “Mink River”, and Celtic musician Cary Novatny will explore both the musical and literary traditions of the Irish. Event held in Father Luke’s Room at McMenamin’s. Free and open to the public. Second Sunday: Mar. 13th, 2-3:30 pm. Local writer Sarahlee Lawrence, will read from her new memoir “River House”, which is her story about returning to her parent’s ranch in Terrebonne to start an organic vegetable farm after a year-long white water trek around the world. Open mic. will follow. Free and open to the public.Cold Climate Gardening in CO: Mar. 19th, 1 pm. Linda Stephenson, owner of L & S Gardens of La Pine, will discuss how to garden successfully in Central Oregon’s challenging climate. Free and open to the public.Classic Book Club: Mar. 22nd, 6 pm. The Classic Book Club will be discussing Julius Caesar by Shakespeare and Plutacrh. Everyone is welcome.Pajama Party Story Time: Mar. 30th, 6:45 pm. Night time stories, songs, rhymes, & activities for ages 3 – 5. Pajamas are optional but welcomed.

Family Fun Story Time: Ages 0-5 yrs. Wed. at 10:30 am. Join us for reading, rhyming, and singing—all three strengthen early literacy skills.Wonder Worms: Mar. 13th, 2 pm. Find out how to get started composting with worms with Wonder Woman, Laurie Perez. Free and open to the public.Kids Crew: Mar. 15th, 3 pm. Join us for our monthly kids program, filled with games, wacky science experiments, crafts and stories, too! Ages 6-11 Good Chair, Great Books: Mar. 23rd, 6:30 pm. Meets in the Community Room. All thoughtful readers welcome! We will be discussing Unaccustomed Earth – Jhumpa Lahiri.

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Wee Read: A toddler lapsit for ages 0-3ys & caregivers held every Wed., 10 am. Storytime: Join Tammy for stories & crafts. T/6 pm; Th/11 am. Ages 3-6 yrs.

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Baby Storytime: Tues., 10:10 am. Ages: toddlers to 2 yrs. We focus on rhyme, repetition and things that are familiar to your little one.Pre-school Storytime:Tues., 10:30 am. Ages 3-up. We focus on narratives, real world experiences, and word play. In order to engage your pre-schooler’s mind, story time also includes interactive games, educational videos and cartoons, and an after-story craft time.Spanish Storytime: Cuándo: Miércoles, 1pm. Bebés y niños de edad preescolar pero todas las edades están invitados. Leeremos un cuentito, cantaremos y haremos un proyectito educacional y divertido que se podrán llevar a casa. www.jcld.org

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Redmond Public Library827 SW Deschutes, 541-312-1054

Family Fun Story Time: Tues, though May 31, 10:30 am. Come join us for reading, rhyming and singing, all of which strengthen literacy skills! Ages 0-5.Teen DIY Day: Mar. 9th, 1:30-3:30 pm. Jewelry Making. Macrame friendship bracelets, hemp weavings and beads galore! Come learn how to make these fun projects. Supplies available. Free and open to 6th-12th graders. Mar. 16th. Teen Duct Tape. Learn how to make a wallet out of duct tape. Supplies for more advanced projects, too! Librarian in room. Free.Teens Spark!: Mar. 10th, 3 pm. La Pine’s new teen book group! Cold Climate Gardening in CO: Mar. 12th, 11 am. Linda Stephenson, owner of L & S Gardens of La Pine, will discuss how to garden successfully in Central Oregon’s challenging climate. Free and open to the public.Good Chair Great Book: Finding Nouf: Mar. 17th, Noon-1 pm. Join us for La Pine’s book club and discussion group. Bring lunch and feed your mind! In March we will be discussing Jon Krakauer’s Into the Wild, a true story of survival and death in the Alaskan wilderness.Teen Laptop Lab: Mon., 3-5 pm and Wed., 1:30-3:30 pm. (Library closed May 30) Check Myspace and Facebook, do homework, play games with your friends. Staff member in room. Free and open to 6th-12th graders.La Pine Youth Advisory Council Meeting: March 17, April 21, May 19, 3-4 pm. Come have a say in what happens at the library. Be involved in service to your community. Open to 6th-12th graders.Teen Game Day: Mar. 30, April 27, May 25, 1-3:30. Play Wii, Guitar Hero, Rock Band, Madden Football, card and board games. Librarian in room; free and open to 6th-12th graders.Kids Club: Jedi Training!: Mar. 31st, 3- 4 pm. Do you have what it takes to rain as a Jedi? Come find out! After school program open to 6-11 yrs. Parents and guardians welcome! Free!

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Twist Cocktail Catering Co. recently partnered with Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center for a holiday wine sales event, netting Healing Reins over $3,000 through the combined efforts of Twist Cocktail’s resources and the many friends of Healing Reins.

“This is a great example of a local business collaborating with a non-profi t to help people with special needs in these economically challenging times”, comments Dita Keith, Executive Director of Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center. “We have worked with Stephanie Anderson Stroup, Managing Director of Twist Cocktail Catering Co., to lend that special professional touch to our annual auction, and so appreciate her creative approach and willingness to utilize her resources to help our cause through this new and

innovative event.” Healing Reins is the only nationally

accredited organization in Central Oregon that provides equine-facilitated therapy and activities for people with special needs. Programs include Therapeutic Riding, Hippotherapy, Equine-Facilitated learning and Mental Health, and other workshops, classes and camps using our specially trained horses.

For more information, please visit our website at www.h e a l i n g r e i n s . o r g or contact Marika Smiley, Marketing and Development Coordinator, at 541-382-9410 or at [email protected]

Puppy Parties! Last Sun. of each month. At your local Bend Pet Express Store. Bring your pups to help them socialize and have fun! Even if you don’t have a puppy, feel free to stop by and give/get some puppy love. www.bendpetexpress.com.

Dog AdoptionsFirst Sat. of each month. All for Dogs Rescue is an all volunteer foster organization that works to get once homeless dogs into their forever homes. They foster all their dogs in private homes and have a great application, screening, and follow up process. We will be doing adoptions thru August. Go to www.allfordogsrescue.com for more information.

Greyhound Adoptions - March 12-13th GPA Northwest has established formal procedures to ensure that retired racers are placed in loving homes with people who will take good care of them for the rest of their lives. We work hard to fi nd just the right Greyhound for you, your family and your lifestyle. www.gpa-nw.org for more info.

Humane Society Annual Fundraiser DinnerMar. 12th, 5pm. Location: 1857 NW 6th St., Redmond. The Humane Society of Redmond invites you to the Annual Fundraiser Dinner, “Furry Friends Gala Dinner” will take place at Chloe Restaurant at the North Redmond Station. Join in on the Buffet and fabulous Silent & Live Auctions on March 12th. Tickets are $60 per person, including dinner and gratuities in the ticket price. To purchase tickets or a sponsorship call 541-923-0882. www.redmondhumane.org

Traildogs’ Pet Service Roger Lingo, dog trainer, will be holding FREE obedience assessment and training tips every fi rst and third Saturdays at Laurie’s Gentle Grooming, 8392 NW HWY 97 in Terrebonne. Registration NOT required. Questions? Call 541-408-5091 or email to [email protected]

Dog Obedience ClassHandler will learn how to teach their dog to sit, down, stay, come, and walk quietly on lead. This is a great class for those seeking a well mannered pet. Juniper Art Guild. Mondays, March 7 - March 28 from 6 to 7pm. $44 ID, $66 OD. Ages 15 and Up. Crook County Parks and Recreation - 447-1209, www.ccprd.org.

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Salutations My Fellow Furry Bendite Friends:

I ran into my friends Roxie and Mollie at a local Puppy Park a couple of weeks ago and after the proper greeting (sniff, sniff) I noticed they were acting a bit nervous around their “Tall Lady”. After a few attempts at fi nding out what the problem was between ball tosses I fi nally got out of Roxie that the “Tall Lady” had not in fact swallowed a huge ball, as I had thought. Roxie let it out “SHE HAS TWO BABY BOYS GROWING INSIDE OF HER!!” My unfi ltered response “Geez Rox that’s almost a liter!”

Due to the girls being so beside themselves about the upcoming “whelping”, I took it upon myself to help their People Partners get them ready and this is what I found out:-Long before the human puppies come home if there are changes to be made for the furry friends in the house make them. Otherwise, the furries may associate the human puppies arrival with the sudden change.-Borrow human puppy smelling blankies from a friend and swaddle a doll in it let the furries get used to the smell as well as recordings of human puppies crying. -Start to associate positive words with the sounds like “ It’s ok, baby is crying”. - Let your furries get used to the sounds of the human puppies toys and the words “Not yours”.-After the Whelping send a blankie home with the smells of your own human puppy.

After the human puppies are home:-Praise your furry friends when they are near the human puppies (treats EVERY chance you get are welcome).-Reassure the furries when the human puppies cry…lots of positive reinforcement (treats EVERY chance you get are very welcome)-Spend one-on-one time when the human puppy is sleeping (treats EVERY chance you get are welcome)-Life will be hectic (especially in the case of the new litter coming home to Mollie and Roxie) try to maintain a regular routine. It will be benefi cial to not only the furry friends, but the Tall People too.-The human puppies might traumatize the furries while your not looking please don’t leave them alone together

Good luck to all of you that will be bringing new human puppies into your families! I so look forward to any morsel of food I might fi nd on their faces in the future!Happy Day,Juice A. JamesJuice A. James

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Are you looking around your house and tired of what you see? Well your not alone. This time of year not only is the weather dreary, so are our homes. We have taken down tinsel and garland and turned around to see blah walls and furniture that are screaming for a little excitement.

Well here a few tips to get you excited about your home once more. Remember that each piece of furniture in your house doesn’t need to stay in the same spot forever or even for six months. A small side table can move in to the bedroom to be a new night stand or put by the bath tub to display a plant. A curio or bookcase that may have held your child’s books when small may now work better in the dining room displaying grandma’s dishes or your favorite collection of vases. Dining room chairs may work in the living room and likewise a pair of wing backs or club chairs could spice up the dinner table.

Is a new coffee table what you need? Try using an old trunk with giant castors. A novel cocktail table could be a stack of charming old suitcases stacked three or four high. Bring in a terracotta pot from out side and put a piece of glass or a granite remnant on it to bring the inside out.

If you have a piece of wood furniture that just isn’t your look, paint it. Add some wall paper to the back of a bookcase to add some pizzaz.

If your chandelier is tired and has a different look than you want, buy a can of paint that will cover metal, take it down (carefully) and paint it. If it has a chain that you just can’t stand fi nd some fabric you like that will coordinate with other fabrics in the room and sew a cover for it. If you make it two times longer than the chain and “ruche” it, it will give it a “shabby chic” look.

Take some bedroom pillows and cover them with a fabric that works with colors in your living room. Prop them up against the wall or fi replace for extra seating.

There are wonderful pieces of nature to bring inside right now. A single or a group of manzanita branches spray painted white and put in a large clear vase with white sand in the bottom would create a peaceful and bright centerpiece.

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By Patti Julber / Complements Home Interiors• Begin by setting your organizing goals. Write

them down and be specifi c. • Schedule some uninterrupted time to organize

and enlist the help of a friend or hire a professional organizer.

• When you’re ready to begin organizing, have some containers or boxes ready for sorting. Everything will need to be sorted into categories, e.g. Keep, Donate, Trash, Recycle, Sell, etc.

• During the decision making process, avoid keeping items that need

to be repaired. Discard stained or torn items. Donate items you no longer use or love.

• Try to stay focused. If you come across items that you haven’t seen in a while, try not to spend 15 minutes reminiscing!

• Only purchase containers, shelves and other organizers when all sorting has been done and you can see what’s left to organize.

• When it’s fi nally time to organize, be sure to fi nd or create a home

for everything. Set up systems and begin using them every day. If your space is personalized to the way you live, with a little maintenance, you can begin to live clutter-free.

• Finally, to avoid clutter re-accumulation, purge regularly and shop

more discriminatory. Buy only what you need.

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Together For Children’s Family Fun FairMar. 5th, 10am-2pm. A safe environment for families with young children under 5 years old featuring...FUN, GAMES and PRIZES. At Highland Elementary School Gym, 701 NW Newport Ave., Bend. $5 per child. www.together-for-children.org.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLAmity Creek ElementaryMarch 4th: 5th Grade Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser

Bear Creek ElementaryMarch 18th, 2:30: Book Awards Assembly

Juniper ElementaryMarch 15th: Family Math Night

William E. Miller ElementaryMarch 3rd, 6:30: Third Grade Wax MuseumMarch 16th, 10am: Kindergarten Orientation

Cascade Middle SchoolMarch 7th: Summit Orientation Night

La Pine Middle SchoolMarch 1-2nd: Book FairMarch 3rd: Career Day

Sky View Middle SchoolMarch 1st: Track Sign Ups

Bend HighschoolMarch 5-9th: DECA StateMarch 9-10th: American Red Cross Blood Drive

Mt. View HighschoolMarch 11-16th, 7:30pm: Musical AIDAMarch 12th: SATsMarch17th, 7pm: Orchestra Chamber Concert & RecitalMarch 19-20th: Band Retreat

Summit HighschoolMarch 2nd, 6:30pm: Winter Sports NightMarch 3rd, 7:30pm: Jazz NightMarch 5th, 7:30pm: Orchestra ConcertMarch 7th, 6:30pm: 8th Grade Parent NightMarch 10th, 7:30pm: Pre-Festival ConcertMarch 15th, 7:30pm: Orchestra Concert w/Cascade Middle School

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In Bend-La Pine Schools, students in grades K-5 and K-8 can learn through stories or technology or with a thematic or student-guided approach at one of the district’s four magnet programs. Each school has a distinctive educational program with a specific instructional focus or philosophy, providing students opportunities for a unique educational experience.

Parents interested in magnet program options are encouraged to attend an informational meeting at any, of the district’s magnet programs during their informational events.

Highland at Kenwood SchoolMarch 2, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.March 3, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

March 4, 1 – 2 p.m. (tour only)

Westside Village at Kingston SchoolMarch 7, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

March 8, 12 – 1 p.m.

Enrollment in a magnet program is open to any resident of the district. Applications are selected through a lottery due to capacity issues. Applications must be received by the school of choice by 4 p.m. on Friday, March 18. Applicants may apply for only one magnet program. Lottery results will be mailed on Thursday, April 5. ABOUT THE PROGRAMS

Amity Creek Magnet Program (K-5) is organized around a child-initiated approach to learning. Children construct their own knowledge and learning in a natural, ongoing social process. At Amity Creek, children, parents, and staff are equally valued and respected. Everyone teaches and everyone learns with the primary focus on individual needs and interests of each child. The program is located in the Thompson School building, 437 NW Wall Street, Bend, 541-383-6195.

Highland Magnet Program (K-5) focuses on the development of strong basic skills in reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics. The school uses the Scottish Storyline Method to integrate curriculum into a creative and meaningful storyline. Students create settings, become characters, and solve curriculum-based problems. The Highland program is located in the Kenwood School building, 701 NW Newport, Bend, 541-383-6220.

Juniper Technology Magnet Program (K-5) has a technology focus that maximizes student engagement and increases learning opportunities. Students and teachers use technology to allow cooperative learning opportunities with experts, online collaborative projects, podcasting, and blogging. The school’s goal is to use technology to engage students in student-centered, experiential, collaborative learning, and real-world experience. The Juniper Technology Magnet is located at Juniper Elementary School, 1300 NE Norton, Bend, 541-383-6165.

Westside Village Magnet Program (K-8) uses a thematic curriculum approach. Literacy through reading and writing is the primary instructional goal. Math and science instruction includes exploration, inquiry, problem-solving, collecting, analyzing and displaying data, computation and application. The program also provides an extensive list of unique learning opportunities to enhance instruction, such as a hands-on science lab, Adventure Learning, and exploration of real-life topics. The Westside Village Magnet program is located in the Kingston School building, 1101 NW 12th Street, Bend, 541-383-6205.(Meetings for Amity Creek and Juniper Technology Magnet at Juniper School were in Feb.)

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There’s lots of research about benefits of the arts on the learning habits and leadership skills of school-aged children. But I haven’t yet come across any definitive facts on the impact of simply taking your kids or grandkids to see a live show in a local theatre.

So, after booking and presenting dozens of shows for children and families in Southern California and now here in Bend, let me suggest three positive effects of attending live theatre as a family.

1. Be a role model of planning – or spontaneity Sure, it’s difficult to squeeze in yet another activity between your family’s

obligations to homework, sports, church, and friends. Yet we all have one or perhaps two hours a month we can prioritize for something “special.” The starting time (or “curtain”) for live theatre shows is a real deadline and may not offer the flexibility that multiple times for multiplex movies do. If your family has difficulty establishing schedules in either pencil or pen, take advantage of the few tickets usually available for last-minute deciders. It’s a thrill to enjoy a top-notch show on a whim; just beware that “walk up” patrons may have fewer seating choices.

2. It’s a social thingThe more people you take to a live theatre show, the better. It’s a real

interactive experience, with real people up there on the stage – not in a movie or a video game. Your applause, laughter, cheers, and answers to the actors’ questions make you part of the play. Don’t underestimate the benefits of practicing politeness while interacting with ushers and ordering popcorn and soda at the concession stand. After the show, it’s fun to talk about what you saw and experienced. HINT: Many family-friendly programs make perfect birthday party outings. Always ask the box office for group discounts.

3. Easy extra creditMany family shows at the Tower have connections to books or subjects

children may study in school. Many teachers welcome a short paragraph or report on a show your student has seen. This can be especially value-added for language arts, music and humanities classes. If you home school, some theatres provide study guides for selected shows, along with ways the program might tie into Oregon curriculum standards.

If you’ve found other benefits of making live theatre a family experience, please share them on the Tower’s Facebook page. Check out upcoming events at TowerTheatre.org. And say “hello” the next time you’re at the theatre. Please, and Thank You!

Ray Solley is the Executive Director of the Tower Theatre Foundation. His son is an eighth grader at Cascade Middle School.

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Partners In CareFor family and friends mourning the death of a loved one, Partners In Care, offers free, on-going support groups. All classes are at the Partners In Care location unless otherwise stated. 2075 NE Wyatt Court. Please RSVP at 541-382-5882 for the class you’re interested in. Partners In Care offers monthly community educational presentations. Animal Hospice and Pet LossAn open, drop-in group for anyone anticipating or currently experiencing the loss of an animal companion. Tuesdays 6–7:30pm. For further information call Sharen at 541-382-5882.Coffee & Doughnuts with Bob & the BoysSorry ladies….gentlemen only for this grief support group. Last Thurs. of the month 10–11am. Winter dates as follows: March 31st.My Friend’s HouseFor children and families who have experienced a loss through death. Parents & caregivers can meet for support and healing while their children attend group with other children. No cost. Dinner included. Contact Eileen for pre-registration at 382-5882.Volunteer Search ListingPartners In Care has many opportunities for volunteering depending on your time, talent and interest. Volunteer training available monthly (excluding August and December) Contact Sarah: 541-382-5882. www.partnersbend.org

Bingo at Bend Elks LodgeBend Elks Lodge is now playing Bingo on Thursday Nights, open to the public, must be 18 to play. Doors open at 5pm first call at 6pm. Bend Elks Lodge 1371, 63120 Boyd Acres Rd, Bend, OR 97701.

Child Car Seat ClinicUsually meets on the 1st Thurs. of every month from 10-1pm at the Redmond Fire & Rescue, downtown Station, 341 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond. Have local car seat technicians help you install your child car seat correctly for FREE! Statistics show that 8 out of 10 car seats are installed wrong! By appointment, 3rd Thurs. of every month 4-6pm. Questions: 541-504-5016 or go to www.redmondfireandrescue.org.

Crook County Skating RinkThe Parks District operates a roller skating rink after school begins, through the end of May. It’s located in the gymnasium of Crooked River Elementary School, at 200 NE Fairview. Friday & Saturday Night Skate is from 6-9pm. $5 out of district, in district without card* and $4 in district with card*. Private Parties The skate rink may also be reserved for parties on Saturday afternoons for a two-hour period, 3-5pm. The cost is $40 for the first 30 skaters, payable at the Parks office, with $1 for each additional skater, payable at the door. Reservations are required. Typically, the skate rink is reserved for birthday parties or group recreational gatherings. Your treats and drinks may be brought into the foyer, your personal music may be brought and played by the skate staff, and the limbo bar may be used. Candies and refreshments are also available for sale during your party session.* Get your in district card for the skate rink at the Parks Office. It’s free! www.ccprd.org.

Free Guide Available To Help Adults Talk With Kids and Teens About Being OnlineThe Family Resource Center of Central Oregon is offering a free guide called, Net Cetera: Chatting with Kids About Being Online, to parents and caregivers of pre-teens and teens. Timely topics such as cyberbulling, cell phones, and ways to keep your child safe are included in the guide. Net Cetera is produced and distributed by the Federal Trade Commission and is available in Spanish and English. Stop by the Family Resource Center to pick up your free copy. You can also visit their lending library for more information on parenting or ask about low or no-cost parenting classes. The Family Resource Center is located at: 1130 NW Harriman, Bend, OR 97701. For more info., call 541-389-5468.

Jireh Project Preschooler Play GroupThursdays, 10am. The Jireh Project offers story time with crafts and playgroup for your preschoolers. Our center at 2330 Division Street, Suite 1 in Bend has fun play centers available at no charge for your kids and moms to enjoy. 541-678-5669 or www.thejirehproject.org.

KiddozCraft Day- Every Tues. at 9:30am, FREE. Parents Night Out-Every Friday night, 5:30-9pm. $16. 222 SE Reed Market Rd., #100, Bend. 541-312-4742. kiddozplaycenter.com.

Kid’s Night OutSaturdays though May 28th, 6:30-9:30pm at Juniper Swim and Fitness Center. Parents! Have a night out while knowing your children are involved in a fun, safe and active program. For ages 3-5 and grades K-5th. Pre-registration recommended. www.bendparksandrec.org.

Jefferson County Film CenterPresents FREE Family Films every Friday at 7:30pm and enjoy free popcorn atthe Jefferson County Rodriguez Annex located on E and 8th Street.

La Leche League of Bend Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month to discuss breastfeeding related topics.


AARP Driver Safety ClassesA nationwide accredited program, focusing on driving safely, within DMV laws, and compensating for changes occurring after age 50. Each class is 8 total hours, conducted over two consecutive 4-hour days. $14 Student fee ($12 AARP members). All drivers welcome! Qualifies for auto insurance discount at age 55. Ruth Womack, District 8 coordinator. 541-317-0610.REDMOND- Senior Center, Feb. 14-15th, 8-Noon. To Enroll: 541-548-6325.BEND- Senior Center, Feb. 21-22nd, 1-5pm. To Enroll call 541-388-1133.

CO Eating Disorder Support Group Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM, Summit Assisted Living Center, in the conference room (127 S.E. Wilson Ave). For family and friends of persons with eating disorders. Our support group is open to all persons and is free of charge. Our group provides a place for family and friends to meet and talk, confidentially. The meetings and guided meetings are guided by facilitators whose family member has recovered from an eating disorder. Consultants for the facilitators: Nancy Curfman, LCSW and Janyce Vick, LCSW. For more information please contact: Eileen White, 541-383-3405.

Golden Bridge Seminars“The Law of Attraction”March 12th, 9am-5:30pm. At Cat-Scratch Acres (6 miles west of Tumalo). Based upon the ‘Abraham Teachings’ the experiential exercises of The Law of Attraction focus on allowing (versus resisting) the stream of abundance that surrounds us. Donations are welcome, half of which is given back to the Children—the Animals—and the Land. To RSVP or for more details call Richard at (541) 389-4523 or visit www.GoldenBridgeSeminars.com and click on the “Giving Back” page.The Abraham-Inspiration-GroupMarch 26th, 5pm (to approx 8pm). On the Rosie Bareis Campus1010 NW 14th St. (on Bends Westside). Enjoy an open discussion with awesome Video featuring Abraham and Jerry & Esther Hicks, focused upon “learning from our animals.” Donations are welcome, half of which is given back to the Children—the Animals—and the Land. Questions ~ Call Richard & Debbie @ 389-4523 or visit www.GoldenBridgeSeminars.com. The Jireh Project Free Play Center for Moms and KidsWe want to invite you to The Jireh Project Center. We are here to help women and moms having a hard time with depression or needing a safe place to be or someone to talk with. We are always open Tuesday through Friday from 9–3 and other hours as needed. We offer a safe, no cost facility with play, reading and craft areas for children as well as couches, computers, wireless internet and tables for women. If you need transportation please call 541-678-5669. The Jireh Project, 2330 NE Division Street, Suite 1 in Bend. www.thejirehproject.org.

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First Friday Gallery WalkMar. 4th, 5-9pm. Galleries in downtown Bend, Northwest Crossing and the Old Mill fill with art patrons as they open their doors for this special monthly evening. Includes musical performances and refreshments at selected galleries. www.visitbend.com.

2nd Annual Bachelor Butte Dog DerbyMar. 4-6th, 9am. At Wanoga Snow Park, Century Drive, Bend. Another year of racing sled dogs and skijoring in the Cascade Mountains. This race draws contestants from all over the NW. Over 30 dog teams compete. The excitement is non-stop!! FREE to watch & FUN for all ages. Sno park pass required. See our web site for more details: www.psdsa.org.

Taste of the Town Mar. 4th, 6-10pm. Fundraiser with over 20 of the best restaurants providing samples. Live dancing & music. To be held at COCC’s Mazama Gym will showcase over 20 of our favorite restaurants. To name a few: Sunriver Resort, Deschutes Brewery, Anthony’s at the Old Mill, Blue Olive at Brasada Ranch and other popular restaurants, bakers and caterers who will be offering bite size samples of food. Complimenting the delicious food will be plenty of dancing to local favorites “The River Pigs” and MOsley WOtta. Taste of the Town tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Tickets are available at Newport Ave Market and the COCC Box Office. www.bendchamber.org.

Meal of the Year Mar. 5th. Benefit for the COCC Foundation. A four course gourmet dinner, live music, and a live auction. The Mazama Gym on the COCC Bend Campus will be transformed into a gala event for 400 guests raising funds for student scholarships at COCC. A gourmet four course dinner created by the High Desert Chefs Association will be served and a fabulous live action will be offered. Enjoy acoustic guitar and original music from singer song-writer “Gary Fulkerson”. Tickets are $115 each or a table for 10 is $1,250. www.bendchamber.org.

Together For Children’s Family Fun FairMar. 5th, 10am-2pm. A safe environment for families with young children under 5 years old featuring...FUN, GAMES and PRIZES. At Highland Elementary School Gym, 701 NW Newport Ave., Bend. $5 per child. www.together-for-children.org.

PDXchange Program: Viva Voce w/ Damien Jurado and Loch LomondMar. 7th, 7:30pm. PDXchange Program brings the very best of Portland indie-rock to the Tower Theatre. The 2011 concert series kicks off on March 7th with Viva Voce and guests. General admission: $20 plus $3 ticket fee. All ages (Minors seated in balcony). www.towertheatre.org.

Golden Dragon AcrobatsMar. 10-11th, 7:30pm. This 21-member company delivers beautifully choreographed routines showcasing their amazing skill and physicality, accompanied by a musical score. From Hebei, China, the Golden Dragons represent the best of a time-honored tradition that began twenty-seven centuries ago. Today, with rigorous acrobatics, ancient music, plus costumes and choreography reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil, they present two full hours of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty. Treat the entire family to a jaw-dropping experience. Ticketing ~ Reserved Seating @ $32 and $27. www.towertheatre.org.

Grin & Bear It Walk/Run for Healthy BeginningsMar. 12th, 10:45am. All proceeds from this event will support the program’s 12-point kid inspections. USATF certified 5k & 10k courses start and end at the Les Schwab Amphitheater and wind through the neighborhoods surrounding the Deschutes River and Columbia Park. The 10k is a double loop of the 5k route. The 1 mile Family Fun Run treks through the Old Mill District on paved, flat terrain. Visit Healthy Beginnings for more information and to register for the event. www.theoldmill.com or www.myhb.org.

Jazz at Joe’s On the road at Greenwood PlayhouseMarch 12th, 7-9pm. Featuring Tony Pacini / Chuck Redd Quartet. Tony Pacini – Piano, Chuck Redd – Vibraphone, Tim Gilson – Bass, Tim Rapp – Drums. Come out and enjoy an evening of fantastic music with some of the Northwest’s premier jazz artists. Show Price $25. 148 NW Greenwood, Bend. www.justjoesmusic.com/jazzatjoes. Great Big SeaMar. 13th, 7:30pm. A Canadian folk-rock band from Newfoundland and Labrador, best known for performing energetic rock interpretations of traditional Newfoundland folk songs. Tickets: Reserved Seating $40, $31, $26. All ages, $2 increase on all tickets Day of Show. www.towertheatre.org.

St. Patrick’s Day Bash 5K RunMar. 13th, 9:30am. In the Old Mill District. The Mt. Bachelor Rotary St. Patrick’s Day Dash, presented by Deschutes Brewery, is a family 5K fun run in Bend. Gather the family to walk, jog, crawl or run, and be sure to wear your green as there will be prizes for best costume and best wearin’ o the green! This event benefits Grandma’s House of Bend, Oregon. www.theoldmill.com.

The CommittmentsMar. 17th, 8pm The Tower Theatre Foundation tops off St. Patrick’s Day with one of the top Irish movies of all time, “The Commitments” (1991, rated R). Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture, this musical drama tells the often comedic story of unemployed Irish men and women who form a soul band. It was directed by Alan Parker. www.towertheatre.org

Arturo SandovalMar. 26th, 7:30pm. A rare evening with the Grammy, Billboard and Emmy-winning trumpeter and his quartet—from Afro-Cuban grooves and bebop tunes to classical concertos and romantic ballads. One of the most versatile musicians of our time, Sandoval was mentored by Dizzy Gillespie, and has recorded and performed with Woody Herman, Herbie Hancock, Stan Getz, Gloria Estefan, Frank Sinatra, Dave Grusin, Celine Dion, Justin Timberlake and Alicia Keys. Ticketing ~ Reserved Seating @ $42 and $37. www.towertheatre.org.

Bend Community Center to Feature Oregon Old Time FiddlersMarch 26th, 1-3pm. The Oregon Old Time Fiddlers, OOTFA, District 3 in cooperation with the Bend Community Center will be providing Fiddle Music available to the public each 3rd Saturday. The Bend Community Center is located at: 1036 Northeast 5th Street Bend, OR. The suggested donation for the event is $5. The OOTFA is donating ½ of the door proceeds to the Bend Community Center creating a win win for the community and music lovers. The Oregon Old Time Fiddlers are serious about their music as their mission and “Purpose is-To perpetuate, promote and preserve Old-time fiddling and Old-time music. To encourage everyone, especially young people, to play the fiddle and appreciate Old-time Fiddling and Old-time Music. To provide regular times and places to meet to play this kind of music”. The Bend Community Center will provide coffee and snacks at the event with the event being open to the public for children and adults. Contact: Bend Community Center [541]-312-2069.

High Desert Chamber Music ~ Trio WestMar. 29th, 7:30pm. Critically acclaimed chamber ensemble Trio West was founded in 1983 by LA Philharmonic violinist Mark Baranov and includes Philharmonic cellist Barry Gold and Baranov’s wife, pianist Lina Targonsky. The trio appears frequently under the auspices of the Los Angels Philharmonic Chamber Music Society and has been praised by critics in major music centers for their precisely matched style and sensitive performances. They will be joined by Isabelle Senger to perform a piece with the rare combination of piano, two violins, and cello. www.towertheatre.org

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Nursing babies are welcome, as are pregnant women. Call Katie Boone at 541-317-5912 for more information.

Modern Quilt Guild Interest Group Meets monthly on the 1st and 3rd Tues from 5-8pm. Open to all non-traditional sewers and quilters. The group is hoping to form a new chapter of the national organization in the New Year, (visit modernquiltguild.com). The group meets at QuiltWorks in Bend at 926 NE Greenwood Ave. Contact Kayla at [email protected] for more information. Bring a project, a friend and learn about the Modern Quilt Guild. Newcomers Quilt GroupMondays, 9:30-12:30pm at QuiltWorks, 926 NE Greenwood Ave., Bend. Anyone new to quilting or new to Bend is welcome! 541-728-0527.

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LPMS Vocation Destinations...Second Annual Career Day Mar. 3rd. Sponsored by La Pine Gear Up. All businesses are invited to join La Pine Middle School as we expose our students to different professions that are available, what education/training is required to enter that field and what you actually do during your workday. We had over 20 local businesses with a booth last year and businesses and students all had a great experience. We are shortening the time to make it more convenient for you. For more information e-mail [email protected].

La Pine Grange Flea MarketMar. 5th, 10am-3pm at the Grange Hall on Morson. Family friendly, clean and affordable. Shop Local. New/Used items, antiques, collectables, Farm Fresh Local Eggs, crafts and so much more! Call Robin for more information, 541-536-1455. www.lapine.org.

9th Annual Frontier Days ALL YOU CAN EAT Crab FeedMar. 12th. At the La Pine Event Center. Still only $25.00 per person! Tickets will be only sold in advance...and only 600 tickets will be sold! NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR! Tickets will be available at the La Pine Chamber of Commerce and area businesses, plus from the La Pine Frontier Days Association at 541-536-7821 or www.lapine.org.


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Mountain Country Idol ContestMar. 5th and 12th, 8-11pm. Location: 1368 S Hwy 97, Redmond. SemiFinals Round of the Mountain Country Idol Contest! Join Country 99.7 The Mountain in finding Central Oregon’s star performing artists at the Coyote Ranch Ranch Hall. This is a search for the best in Central Oregon’s country music scene. 4 bands/acts will perform. Performers will have 30 minutes on stage. There will be 5 weeks of qualifying and one band will advance each night. The audience will vote to see who advances to the Semi Finals, where the audience will again vote and the top 2 will advance to the Finals. Winner takes home $5,000 in cash and prizes! Advance tickets at Total Communications your local Authorized US Cellular dealer with locations in Bend, Redmond (closed on Sat) and Prineville. Phone: 541-548-7700, www.coyote-ranch.com.

Central Oregon Sportsman Show Mar. 10-13th. At the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond. www.bendchamber.org.

Humane Society Annual Fundraiser DinnerMar. 12th, 5pm. Location: 1857 NW 6th St., Redmond. The Humane Society of Redmond invites you to the Annual Fundraiser Dinner, “Furry Friends Gala Dinner” will take place at Chloe Restaurant at the North Redmond Station. Join in on the Buffet and fabulous Silent & Live Auctions on March 12th. Tickets are $60 per person, including dinner and gratuities in the ticket price. To purchase tickets or a sponsorship call 541-923-0882. www.redmondhumane.org.

“Eat, Drink and Be Deadly” Murder MysteryMar. 12th, 7pm. Location: Eagle Crest Resort. Redmond Soroptimists Presents a Murder Mystery event with beer and wine tasting. Unleash your inner investigator. $40 per person or $70 per couple, Includes Dinner and Show. For Reservations, contact Cindy at 541-410-2610. A portion of your ticket may be tax deductible. www.siredmond.com.

Central Oregon Rod & Custom ShowMar. 18th, 10am. A indoor car show bringing the hottest hotrods, coolest customs, classiest classics, trickiest trucks and baddest bikes of the Pacific NW all competing for trophies and cash. Music and lots of automotive related vendors also. Get $2 discount coupons at all Sonic Drive-ins or all other listed sponsors....or bring 2 cans of food for the same discount which supports the local foodbank. www.visitbend.com.

Live Music at the Imperial River CompanyMar. 12th, 7:30pm. Location: 304 Bakeoven Rd., Maupin. Imperial River Company is hosting Bob Connolly for a cozy evening next to the fireplace with good music. www.deschutesriver.com.

A Free Home Energy IQ WorkshopMar. 2nd, 6-8:30pm. At the Crook County Library. Home Energy IQ gives you a better understanding of how energy use impacts the health, comfort and safety of your home. You will learn to identify improvements that you can make yourself and those that require a contractor. Many of these improvements qualify for cash incentives that make energy-efficiency improvements more affordable. As an attendee, you will learn: How to save energy by making small changes in your behavior, How to identify the biggest energy users in your home, and how your energy use changes over time and what energy-saving improvements are the most cost effective. Register online at www.regonline.com/homeenergyiq or by calling 866-368-7878.

Cowboys 4 Kids Mar. 11th, 6:30pm. Benefits SMART, Saving Grace, KIDS Center and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Attendees will enjoy a night of bluegrass and country entertainment, chili, cornbread and cobbler dinner, and lots of wonderful silent auction items. We will also be raffling off a weeklong trip to Cancun, Mexico! Visit Cowboys4Kids.kintera.org/CrookCounty for more information and to purchase tickets. Event tickets include dinner and cost $15; raffle tickets are $10 and you don’t have to be present to win! Location: 8404 SW Reif Road, Powell Butte, OR.

14th Annual Fiber Market Day Mar. 26th, 9-12pm. High Desert Wool Growers sponsors this annual event which includes demonstrations, vendors, rug hookers, felters, fleece sales, animal sales, spinning and weaving supplies and much more. Free. For more information or vendor registration, call Barb Peters at 541-923-8166, email: [email protected] or www.highdesertwoolgrowers.com.

Family Bingo NightMar. 9th, 6pm. Location: Sisters High School. Outlaws Lacrosse is sponsoring three Bingo nights this year on Wednesdays: January 12, February 9, and March 9. Help the Sisters Lacrosse team raise funds for their teams! Call 541-639-5551 for more information. www.outlawslax.org/

Sisters Act Talent ShowMar. 12th, 7pm. Location: Sisters High School. Community talent show to benefit Masaka, Uganda orphanage and school.

Sponsored by Sisters Good Samaritan Ministries. For more information contact Theresa Slavkovsky at 541-549-1149. The show is at Sisters High School auditorium.

Enjoy local community talent on stage, featuring music, dance, skits, dramatic recitation, family fun, &

refreshments. www.sisterscountry.com.

Star Watching PartyMar. 25th, 7pm. Location: Sisters Park & Recreation District. Stars Over Sisters is

a cooperative effort of the Sisters School District, SPRD, and enthusiastic amateur

astronomers in the area to stage organized star-watches and invite the general public

to share in the experience. The event begins with a presentation in the SPRD building and

then the action moves out to the Sisters High School soccer field. Call Ron Thorkildson at 541-549-8846 for more

information. www.sisterscountry.com.

Artists in Residence at CalderaMar. 26th, 1-3pm. Location: Caldera Art Center. Please join us at Caldera to meet our 2011 Artists in Residence. Artists, writers and performers will open their studios and share the work they have created during month-long winter residencies in Caldera s studios and Arts Center. Come brave the weather, see national and international artists at work and enjoy the fireside with warm treats. 31500 Blue Lake Drive, Sisters, OR To reach Caldera: take Highway 20 to the Suttle Lake turnoff (13 miles west of Sisters, just west of Black Butte Ranch), follow the road 2 miles to the to the 20Caldera gate and through to the Arts Center. Tours start at 1:20pm. Questions? Call 503-937-7594. www.sisterscountry.com.

Redmond Community Concert Association Presents Anna Maria MendietaMar. 27th, 2 and 6:30pm. Location: Redmond High School Auditorium. Anna Maria Mendieta performing with her ensemble of harp, violin, percussion and dancers will stun you with their incredible performance of the music of Debussy and Ravel to Tango and Flamenco. Adult:$50, Family: $105, Student:$20. Doors open 45 minutes prior to show time. For more information, please call 541-350-7222 or visit www.redmondcca.org.

Taste of Home Cooking ShowMar. 29th, doors open at 3pm, show starts at 6pm. Deschutes County Fairgrounds. Admission includes gift bag with the Taste of Home Classic Cooking magazine, coupons, samples and surprises. This event always sells out so get your tickets right away! Contact Phone: 541-382-5263 or 541-585-3542. Adult Admission: $10. www.expo.deschutes.org.

Making Memories Ceramics Fridays through June 4th, 4-6pm. Paint your own vacation keepsakes like mugs, bowls, and piggy banks! You get to choose the project that you would like to paint and we will help you make it into a work of art. Firing of pottery takes 2-4 days depending on group size and projects selected. Arrangements can be made to have your piece mailed. Reservations required. 24 hour cancellation policy or minimum program fee will be charged. Located at the Outpost. $10-$20.

The Bear Factory™ at Sunriver ResortSat. through June 4th, 1-3pm. We’re excited to bring you the official Bear Factory stuffed animal collection. Choose from a variety of bears, kitties, and doggies that you hand stuff to achieve the perfect hug-ability. Each stuffed animal comes with a carrier and birth certificate. You can also select from a variety of outfits. Reservations required. 24-hour cancellation policy or minimum program fee will be charged. Appointments are made in 15 minute increments. Located at the Outpost. $25/animal; $15/outfit.

Family Night at the Movies March 23rd and 30th, 7pm. This spring break we are heading to the beach! Join us as we kick back and relax for an evening of fun, family-friendly entertainment.Not only will we watch a beach inspired movie, but we will tie-dye Sunriver Resort logo t-shirts. Please check with the Concierge for movie location. Movie admission, free. Concessions available for purchase. $20/Sunriver Resort logot-shirts or bring your own 100% cotton t-shirt for $12.www.sunriver-resort.com.


� eatrical ArtsCTC Presents Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays With Morrie by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch AlbomMarch 18 - April 3. Wed. - Sat., 7:30pm & Sun., 2pm. Based on the book by Mitch Albom. Sixteen years after graduation, Mitch, a career-driven journalist, happens to catch his former college professor Morrie’s appearance on a television program and learns that he is battling Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Mitch is reunited with Morrie, and what starts as a simple visit turns into a weekly pilgrimage and a last class in the meaning of life.$20 adults, $15 seniors, $12 students. www.cascadestheatrical.org.

2nd Street Theater Presents “The Rainmaker”Through March 13th. Wed.-Sat., 8pm and Sun., 2pm. Presented by Susan Benson, Tim Pfl um and 2nd Street Theater. Written by N. Richard Nash, Directed by Susan Benson.

Lizzie Curry is on the verge of becoming a hopeless old maid. Her wit and intelligence and skills as a homemaker can’t make up for the fact that she’s just plain plain! Even the town sheriff, File, for whom she harbors

a secret yen, won’t take a chance --- until the town suffers a drought and into the lives of Lizzie and her brothers and father comes one Bill

Starbuck ... profession: Rainmaker! $20 adults, $18 students and seniors. www.2ndstreettheater.com.

BEAT Presents Drama, Drama, DramaMarch 26-27th, 9am-Noon. Ages: 8-14. Location: 2nd Street Theater Studio,

220 NE Lafayette in Bend. This drama class is for actors who want to learn or polish acting skills. Telling the story just got more exciting because students

are part of the story.This class will provide students with the basics needed to understand, explore and develop their character and to interact with other characters

within a scene. The young actor is also educated about a variety of methods used to express emotion in theatre. Cost: $65. www.beatonline.org.

Innovation Theatre Works Presents THE SPIN CYCLE by David Rambo Through March 6th. Wed-Sat., 8pm and Sundays, 2pm. Tells the story of a baby boomer who returns to her childhood home for Thanksgiving to confront her aging mother’s health issues and renews the sibling rivalry with her brother, a life-long slacker who can’t hold a job or an intelligent conversation. Part of the fun of the play is the opportunity for the audience to see what happens from three completely different points of view with hilarious results. This charming and poignant story gives us the opportunity to laugh at situations we all understand while not dismissing the serious undertones of aging. At the Innovation Theatre Works at the Bend Performing Arts Center, 1155 SW Division St. (between Reed Market and Third In the Scandia Square behind the House of Music (plenty of FREE PARKING). Cost: $15-20. www.visitbend.com.

Venom & Vipers Live Snake ShowMarch 19-26th, 12pm and 2pm. Meet live rattlesnakes and Gila monsters in a fun, exciting and educational program. Compare species, learn about their natural history and what to do if you encounter one out on the trail! Ages 8 and up. $7 (plus Museum admission), Members: $5. Tickets online soon or at the door.

Daily ProgramsFree with Museum Admission. This schedule is subject to chage daily check with Admis-sions Desk to confi rm: 541-382-4745, ext. 271.11am Birds of Prey Talk: Meet a magnifi cent raptor close-up and learn about them from the wildlife staff.1pm Keeper Talk: Find out from the animal keepers what it is like to care for wildlife at their habitats throughout the Museum (check with front desk for schedule)2pm Otter Talk: See the amazing world of the river otter. Touch furs and skulls and learn about the Museum’s river otter, Thomas.2:45pm Spirit of the West Exhibit Tours: Journey with a guide from a Native American rock shelter, through a mining operation and a re-created 1885 settlement town.

Weekly Programs10-2pm, The Otter Den: A fun, new creative lay and learning space! Children ages 2-5 and their parents can experience changing themes each week, from tumbling to bubble play.1-5pm, Wild Wedcnesdays: Visitors ages 7-12 and their parents will dicover obscure parts of the Museum on weekly scavenger hunts. Use puzzles to fi nd all the hid-den trasure chests and get a Museum prize. Themes of the adventure change each month.10:30am, Tuesdays, Totally Touchable Tales: storytelling that opens preschoolers’eyes, ears and hearts to the natural cultural wonders of the High Desert, with activities such as puppet play and quick craft projects for ages 2-5. Sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatric Associates.

The High Desert Museum is nationally acclaimed for telling the story of America’s High Desert through indoor and outdoor: wildlife habitats; interactive, experiential play spaces for children; living history performances; natural and cultural exhibits; Native American and Western art; and music, nature trails, tours and special programs for all ages. A wild getaway on 135 forested acres, is just fi ve minutes from Bend on South Hwy. 97. Winter Hours and rates through April 30: 10am-4pm, daily; $10 adults, $9 ages 65 and older, $6 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger and all members. 541-382-4754, www.highdesertmuseum.org.

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Kids Classes: MarchMarch Family First FridaysAll AgesLet your creative juices flow in this self-guided exploration of art. Using the Art Station classroom and supplies, you and your kids can create masterpieces together! $5/person.Sess. 2: Experimenting with Color | F | Mar 4 | 9:30am-Noon | Art Station Staff

School’s Out, Art’s InAges 6-8 & 8-12No School? No problem! It’s time for some Springtime fun with art! Get prepared for Spring by creating unique clay projects in the morning and one-of-a-kind multi-media creations in the afternoon. Be creative in a variety of media and dress for art fun. Please bring a healthy snack. All supplies included. $30Multi-Media | Ages 8-12 | Sess. 1 | F | Mar 11 | 9am-Noon | WilliamsMulti-Media | Ages 6-8 | Sess. 2 | F | Mar 11 | 1pm-4 | WilliamsClay | Ages 6-8 | Sess. 1 | F | Mar 11 | 9am-Noon | BommaritoClay | Ages8-12 | Sess. 2 | F | Mar 11 | 1pm-4 | Bommarito

Art Break! Ages 6-8 & 8-12The l-o-n-g winter days are winding down—sounds like it’s time for an art break! Let your imagination run free while you explore, experiment and invent with painting, drawing, collage, and more. Bring a healthy snack. $89Sess. 1 | M-TH | Mar 21-24 | 9am-Noon | WilliamsSess. 2 | M-TH | Mar 21-24 | 1pm-4 | Williams

Clay Break! Ages 6-8 & 8-12Build your own city out of clay! You’re the planner and engineer when you step into the clay studio and learn all the “ins and outs” of building with clay. Learn a variety of hand-building techniques to make your own town come to life. $89Ages 6-8 | Sess. 2 | M-TH | Mar 21-24 | 1pm-4 | BommaritoAges 8-12 | Sess. 2 | M-TH | Mar 21-24 | 9am-Noon | Bommarito

Kids Classes: April Early Childhood Classes

Clay StartAges 2-4Experience the tactile world of art as you and your child work in clay. This class is an excellent means for developing your child’s fine motor skills and learning to express the world in 3-D. A caregiver must accompany each child. No child under two should be present during class. All supplies included. $65Sess. 3 | T | Apr 5-May 3 | 9am-9:45 | Staff

Clay CreationsAges 4-6You’ll have tons of fun as you discover, invent and play with clay. Students will create three-dimensional art works using coil and pinching techniques, and also learn how to use clay tools and glaze their pieces. Projects vary each session. $75 Sess. 3 | T | Apr 5-May 3 | 10:30am-Noon | Staff

Art StartAges 2-4Experience the world of art as you and your child create masterpieces! Drawing and painting will help your child develop fine motor skills at their important “pre-writing” stage, as well as open up their creative thinking and self-expression. A caregiver must accompany each child. No child under two should be present during class. All supplies included. $56Sess. 3 | TH | Apr 7-May 5 | 11am-11:45 | Staff

Art and MoreAges 4-6Art and literacy—a winning combination! Books will be read out loud and linked to each art project for skill development in both visual and literary arts. Your child will explore paint, drawing and collage, and learn important social skills. Projects vary each session. All supplies included. $88Sess. 3 | TH | Apr 7-May 5 | 1pm-3 | Staff

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April Family First FridaysAll AgesLet your creative juices flow in this self-guided exploration of art. Using the Art Station classroom and supplies, you and your kids can create masterpieces together! $5/person.Sess. 3: Terrific Texture | F | Apr 1 | 9:30am-Noon | Staff

It’s Art WednesdayAges 6-8 & 8-12

It’s Early Release Wednesday and that means it’s time for art fun! We go around the world, focusing on a different culture each session. Create with clay in the ceramics studio AND investigate art in the multi-media studio through drawing, painting, collage and more! Bring a healthy snack. Projects vary each session. All supplies included. $150Ages 6-8 | Sess. 3 | W | Apr 6-May 4 | 2:30pm-5 | Bommarito/Williams

Ages 8-12 | Sess. 3 | W | Apr 6-May 4 | 2:30pm-5 | Bommarito/Williams

No school? No problem!There’s lots of art classes and camps happening on No-School Days and Spring Break!

Exhibit OpensMarch 4-28th. The Stolen Image Using image transfer techniques, contemporary artists layer in their own personal history, art icons and pop culture references to create mixed media mythology. The Stolen Image explores the (non-copyright violating) ways in which artists recycle found words and images into their own original work.

March Classes - Call 541.330.8759. to register for classesSolar EtchingTh/Tu, Mar 10–17, 10–12:30pm. Easy to learn, solar etching is a unique and distinctive printmaking technique. Hand-drawn or photo-based, intaglio and relief images are exposed onto a light-sensitive polymer plate, developed in water, and printed. The solar plate holds incredible detail producing images with intensity and depth. Explore these approaches, add new elements to your current works and discover ways to enhance your artistry. Informational sheet. The Working Questions - Embodying the spirit of the traditional atelier, A6 members and interested parties meet once a month to explore questions of interest, approaches in printmaking and book arts. Non-members: $15/ Free to A6 members.

Art Talk/DemonstrationEnhance your Prints and PaintingsTues, Mar 8, 5–8pm (Non-members, 6:15–8pm). Watercolor crayons, water-soluble graphite, watercolor sticks and more can add a new dimension to your work. Water-soluble media will be demonstrated and compared on a variety of papers treated and non treated. Instructor: Judy Hoiness

Build an Art Collection-Enroll in A6’s LImited PRint Subscription ProgramAtelier 6000 will continue to offer a Limited Print Subscription Program in 2011. Beginning in February, the program will present a six month selection of original hand-pulled prints by either a local, regional or national artist every other month. Bio’s and artistic media expectations for the series will be presented to the subscribers at the time of enrollment.Only 40 subscribers can be enrolled in this exclusive selection of prints. To reserve your subscription please call the studio directly at 541.330.8759Atelier 6000, 389 SW Scalehouse Ct. Suite 120, Bend, OR 97702. Winter Hours: 9am-4pm. Note: All printmaking classes include the use of the equipment, tools and inks. Paper is available for purchase. Please register for all A6 classes through the Art Station. Call 541-330-8759 to register. www.atelier6000.com.

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AdultsIntroduction to Oil PaintingThis class is an introduction to the fundamentals of oil painting. Learn oil painting skills through demos, discussions, and practice, with an overview of materials, color-mixing, value, and composition. Supplies included. Previous drawing experience recommended. $124TH | Mar 3-31 (No class March 10) | 6pm-9 | Shuck

Watercolor FundamentalsThis class is a step-by-step introduction to the world of watercolor. Learn to see like an artist with this progressive series of painting experiences for the beginning watercolorist. Develop drawing and brushstroke skills, expand your color and design vocabulary, and learn the value of light and shadow to add drama to your paintings. Supplies included; paper available for purchase. $180 Sess. 2 | M | Mar 14-Apr 18 (no class Mar 21) | Noon-3 | Briggs

Dynamic Acrylic Painting Explore distinct and different strategies for creating dynamic paintings with acrylics; discover how to make a visual impact, explore elements of aesthetics, color and value as illusion and inspiration. Previous acrylic painting experience recommended. Supplies List. $162W | Mar 30-May 4 | 6pm-9 | Kinker

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