Event calendar June 9-15 | Events

Nature’s Best Hope: Join Dr. Doug Tallamy, entomologist and author of “Nature’s Best Hope,” for a lively discussion on the essential roles insects play and describe the simple changes we must make to keep insects on the ground, in the air and on our plants; noon-1:30 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/790451-0 or 541-382-4754.

Climate Change in the Deschutes and Ochocos National Forests: Hear from a panel of experts on climate change impacts in Deschutes and Ochoco National Forest and the Crooked River National Grassland. Virtual only. Register to receive the Zoom link; noon-1 p.m.; registration required; online; go.evvnt.com/775391-1 or 541-312-1063.

American Sign Language on the Trail: Cara Frank will teach a virtual class in learning some common nature words through ASL. Suitable for all ages; 2:30-3:30 p.m.; registration required; online; go.evvnt.com/793334-1 or 541-330-0017.

Trail Safety for Bike Dogs: Dr. Bronwyn Fullagar will discuss paw pad injuries, heatstroke, biking and trail running with puppies, and common injuries, she will also be giving away Ruffwear products to viewers; 4-5 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/797478-0 or 541-210-9200.

Classics Book Club: Discussing “The Time of the Doves” by Merce Rodoreda; 6-7 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/781294-0 or 541-306-6564.

Medicinal/Useful Plants and Evidence of the Past – Shelf Court Trailhead: Join the Friends and Neighbors of the Deschutes Canyon Area on a moderate scenic hike down from Shelf Court to discover the hidden treasures flourishing in the Middle Deschutes Canyon; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; registration required; Southwest Shelf Court, Crooked River Ranch; eventbrite.com

Joe Fidanzo Duo: The local duo performs at the vineyard. Advance tickets required, no door sales; 5-8 p.m.; $10; Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne; go.evvnt.com/797346-1 or 541-526-5075.

Stories We Tell Ourselves About the Wild: Challenge your perceptions and explore the narratives we hold about nature during a live discussion with Judith Sadora; 6-7 p.m.; registration required; online; go.evvnt.com/797139-1 or 541-312-1032.

Zoom Author Event — Jennifer Hanlon Wilde: The author will discuss their book “Finding the Vein”; 6-7 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/782361-0 or 541-306-6564.

Steelhead Falls Wildflowers: This four-hour hike will focus on native plants, including summer wildflowers; 8 a.m.-noon; registration required; Steelhead Falls Trailhead, River Road, Crooked River Ranch; eventbrite.com

Virtual Coffee Clatter with Consumer Cellular: The Redmond Chamber of Commerce will host a discussion with the cell phone company; 8:30-9:30 a.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/797163-0 or 541-923-5191.

Casey Parnell: Singer/songwriter Casey Parnell plays cover hit songs from classics like the Beatles to today’s Ed Sheeran and his own songs as well; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; $15; General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond; eventbrite.com

Trivia on the Moon — Redmond Edition: The weekly trivia game comes to Redmond and features a variety of categories and topics for teams to test their knowledge for prizes; 7-9 p.m.; Silver Moon Brewing, 2095 SW Badger Ave., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/793251-0 or 541-388-8331.

Juniper Hill Preserve Hike: A guided 10-mile hike exploring the geologic features as well as the plants and wildlife of the preserve; 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; registration required; Juniper Hills Nature Preserve, SE Paulina Highway, Post; eventbrite.com

Redmond Food Project Collection Day: Participants in the nonperishable food program can leave their donations on their porch to be collected by their designated neighborhood coordinator. See website to sign up to donate; 9 a.m.-noon; online; go.evvnt.com/797472-0

Central Oregon Master Gardener Plant Sale: Pre-purchase plants online and receive a specific pick up time on Saturday. Varieties include Rocky Mountain penstemon, five varieties of tomatoes, cantaloupe, cucumber, kale, pumpkin and more; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW SE Airport Way, Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797183-0 or 541-548-6088.

Knapweed Removal Project: Help remove the noxious spotted knapweed near the Middle Deschutes River; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; registration required; 71170 NW Lower Bridge Way, Terrebonne; eventbrite.com

Saturday Market: The weekly market features local vendors and craftspeople selling handmade and vintage items, produce, food and more; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond; eventbrite.com

5K Walk/Run Supporting the Giving Plate: Proceeds from the hike will be donated to the local nonprofit; 3-6 p.m.; $35; Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne; go.evvnt.com/753892-1 or 916-254-8728.

Blackstrap Bluegrass: The local bluegrass group will perform, limited capacity, 21 and over; 6-10 p.m.; $10; High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797342-1 or 541-527-1387.

Bobby Lindstrom: The local blues musician will perform; 6-8 p.m.; Over The Edge Taphouse, 13959 SW Commercial Loop Road, Crooked River Ranch; go.evvnt.com/797187-0 or 541-527-2101.

Live at the Vineyard — John Hoover & the Mighty Quinns: The local band will play covers of 70s soft rock and more, tickets required, no door sales; 6-9 p.m.; $15; Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne; go.evvnt.com/767263-1

High Street Band: The dance band will perform on the outdoor stage; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; $15; General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond; eventbrite.com

Native Plant Sale: The local nursery will host its annual sale; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Clearwater Native Plant Nursery, 1980 SW 55th St., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797463-0 or 541-350-5261.

Art in the Vineyard: Local artists will display their work at the winery; noon-4 p.m.; registration required; Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne; go.evvnt.com/797354-1 or 541-526-5075.

Writers Writing — Weaving Story Threads with Jane Kirkpatrick: Best-selling author Jane Kirkpatrick leads a workshop that weaves the story threads of landscape, relationships, spirituality and work; 2-4 p.m.; registration required; online; go.evvnt.com/776037-2 or 541-312-1063.

Open Mic: Local artists will perform short sets of their work at the weekly open mix night; 3-6 p.m.; The Pig And Pound, 423 SW Eighth St., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797455-0 or 541-526-1697.

Call Down Thunder: The Grateful Dead tribute band will perform; 5-7 p.m.; Niblick & Greene’s, 7535 Falcon Crest Drive, Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797460-0 or 541-548-4220.

Youth Fly Fishing Camp: The three day camp provides students 11-16 years old with the skills to go fly fishing and includes instruction on casting, bug identification, knot and fly-tying, water safety and more. Bring a sack lunch. Space is limited; $60-78; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through June 16; online; go.evvnt.com/778483-0

Summer Baseball Camp: The training camp features several sessions including hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning for players in grades 1 through 12. Space is limited; Noon-5 p.m. through June 17.; $139 to $357; Crooked River Elementary School, 1400 SE Second St., Prineville; go.evvnt.com/797401-1 or 866-622-4487.

Redmond Downtown Urban Renewal Advisory Committee Meeting: A regular meeting will be held; 5-7 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/797123-0 or 541-923-7761.

Not Your Average Book Club: Discussing “The City We Became” by NK Jemisin; 6-7 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/781345-0 or 541-306-6564.

Redmond Farmers Market: The weekly market features local vendors and artisans selling locally grown produce, meats and more, handmade items and more; 3-6 p.m.; Centennial Park, 433 SW Eighth St., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797451-0 or 541-550-0066.

Redmond Committee for Art in Public Places Meeting: A regular meeting will be held; 4:30-6 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/797128-0 or 541-923-7763.

Zoom Author Event — Lin-Manuel Miranda, Quiara Alegria Hudes, and Jeremy McCarter: Purchase a copy of “In the Heights: Finding Home” and register for the virtual discussion with the playwright and authors of the companion book; 5-6 p.m.; $40; online; go.evvnt.com/784723-1 or 541-306-6564.

Virtual City Council Workshop: A regular meeting will be held; 6-8 p.m.; online; go.evvnt.com/797132-0 or 541-923-7710.

Tuesday Night Bingo with Beulah’s Place: The weekly bingo game features payouts to game winners with proceeds going to the local nonprofit; 6-8 p.m.; $5; General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond; eventbrite.com

Tuesday Night Trivia: A weekly trivia night will be held. Masks and social distancing required, free to play, winners can receive gift cards; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Initiative Brewing, 424 NW Fifth St., Redmond; go.evvnt.com/797307-0 or 541-527-4380.

30-Minute Guided Meditation: Take a break from busy mind in this all-levels guided meditation via Zoom; 6:30-7 p.m.; registration required; online; go.evvnt.com/797147-1 or 541-312-1029.