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Attendees gather at the Crooked River Ranch Olde Fashioned Christmas Celebration. This year’s event takes place Dec. 5 and 6.
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Planning ahead

Right Around the Corner

Dec. 4-5 — I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR: Tour a home decorated in holiday style, featuring more than 40 Christmas trees with themed decorations; $5; 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; 2009 tour home, 21163 Clairaway Ave., Bend; 541-382-7375.

Dec. 4-5 — COMMUNITY CRECHE EXHIBIT: Featuring Nativity displays from around the world and live music; free; 5-8 p.m. Dec. 4, 4-8 p.m. Dec. 5; Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 333 S.E. Idlewood St., Prineville; 541-447-4635.

Dec. 4-6 — “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”: Crook County High School presents a re-enactment of the holiday movie, staged as a radio show; $5; 7 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5, 2 p.m. Dec. 6; Crook County High School, Eugene Southwell Auditorium, 1100 S.E. Lynn Blvd., Prineville; 541-416-6900.

Dec. 4-5 — “MAKIN’ ROOM”: Bend Theatre for Young People presents a musical by Dennis and Nan Allen about children who learn a lesson while making a video for a fundraiser; proceeds benefit Bend Area Habitat for Humanity; $7, $3 ages 12 and younger; 7 p.m. Dec. 4, 2 p.m. Dec. 5; First Presbyterian Church, 230 N.E. Ninth St., Bend; 541-419-1395, BendTheatre4YoungPeople@gmail.com or www.bendtheatre.org.

Dec. 4-6, 9-10 — “CHRISTMAS BELLES”: Cascades Theatrical Company presents the tale of a church Christmas program that spins out of control; $20, $15 seniors, $12 students; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4-5 and Dec. 9-10, 2 p.m. Dec. 6; Cascades Theatrical Company, 148 N.W. Greenwood Ave., Bend; 541-389-0803 or www.cascadestheatrical.org.

Dec. 4-6, 9-10 — “HARVEY”: 2nd Street Theater presents the tale of a man and his imaginary friend, Harvey, who is a 6 ½-foot tall rabbit; $18, $16 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 8 p.m. Dec. 4-5 and Dec. 9-10, 3 p.m. Dec. 6; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

Dec. 4-5 — “PETER PAN”: The La Pine High School drama department presents the classic story of the boy who never grows up; followed by a silent auction to benefit the Future Business Leaders of America; $5; 7 p.m. Dec. 4, 5 p.m. Dec. 5; La Pine High School, 51633 Coach Road; 541-322-5360.

Dec. 4 — FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK: Event includes art exhibit openings, artist talks, live music, wine and food in downtown Bend, the Old Mill District and NorthWest Crossing; free; 5 to 9 p.m., and until 8 p.m. in NorthWest Crossing; throughout Bend.

Dec. 4 — CHRISTMAS KAYAKERS FLOAT: Kayaks and canoes decorated with lights paddle a loop beginning at the bridge at Galveston Avenue; bring a life jacket and boat to participate; free; 4:30 p.m. gathering, 5:15 p.m. float; Mirror Pond, Deschutes River at Drake Park, Bend; 541-330-9586.

Dec. 4 — “LIGHT UP A LIFE”: Light a candle in honor of loved ones; followed by a reception; donations accepted; 6-8 p.m.; East Cascade Retirement Community, 175 N.E. 16th St., Madras; 541-475-3882, ext. 4030, or brvhospcie@bendbroadband.com.

Dec. 4 — VARIETY SHOW AND BUFFET DINNER: Featuring live music, live entertainment, a raffle and more; proceeds benefit Community Arts & Meals; $12, $6 ages 18 and younger, $40 families; 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. performance; Bend’s Community Center, 1036 N.E. Fifth St.; 541-312-2069 or 541-306-6751.

Dec. 4 — “RISE”: A screening of the film about the industry and sport of fly-fishing; proceeds benefit the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council and The Freshwater Trust; $10; 7 p.m., doors open 6:15 p.m.; Tower Theatre, 835 N.W. Wall St., Bend; 541-317-0700 or http://thefreshwatertrust.org/rise-bend.

Dec. 4 — CHURCH: The Portland-based avant-pop band opens for The Sweet Harlots; $5; 9 p.m.; The Annex, 51 N.W. Greenwood Ave., Bend; www.sweetharlots.com.

Dec. 5-6 — CROOKED RIVER RANCH OLDE FASHIONED CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION: Includes visits with Santa, a parade, an illumination of the ranch Christmas tree and more; free; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Dec. 6; Crooked River Ranch Administration Building, 5195 S.W. Clubhouse Drive; 541-548-8939.

Dec. 5-6 — CHRISTMAS PHOTOS: Take a photo with Santa and a live reindeer; proceeds benefit the Redmond Reign 18u fast pitch softball team; $10; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Operation Santa Claus, 4355 W. State Highway 126, Redmond; 541-548-0718.

Dec. 5-6 — “THE NUTCRACKER”: The Central Oregon School of Ballet performs the classic dance; $14-$17, $5 ages 12 and younger in advance; $20, $6 ages 12 and younger at the door; 3 p.m. both days, 7 p.m. Dec. 5; Bend High School, 230 N.E. Sixth St.; 541-390-5008 or www .centraloregonschoolofballet.com.

Dec. 5-6 — “CHRISTMAS FUTURE”: A play about a family that notices that society is trying to bury the reason for the Christmas season; donations accepted; 6:30 p.m.; Real Life Christian Church, 2880 N.E. 27th St., Bend; 541-312-8844.

Dec. 5 — GIFT WRAPPING FUNDRAISER: Bring your holiday gifts for wrapping; proceeds benefit Bend Spay and Neuter Project; donations accepted; 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2690 E. U.S. Highway 20, Bend; 541-617-1010.

Dec. 5 — FESTIVAL OF TREES: The 26th annual event showcases decorated Christmas trees, wreaths and more; music, refreshments, visits with Santa and more are included; proceeds benefit Redmond-Sisters Hospice; free family festivities, $30 hors d’oeuvres dinner, $50 seated dinner; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. family festivities, 5 p.m. gala buyers auction; Eagle Crest Resort, Conference Center, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; 541-548-7483.

Dec. 5 — SANTA PAWS PHOTOS: Take professional photos of your pet with Santa; proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Central Oregon; $10; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Bend Factory Stores, 61334 S. U.S. Highway 97; 541-382-3537 or www.hsco.org.

Dec. 5 — ART ENVY, GUSTAV KLIMT: Local artist Paula Bullwinkel will discuss the life and works of Gustav Klimt, followed by a painting workshop; free; 11 a.m.; Sisters Public Library, 110 N. Cedar St.; 541-312-1034.

Dec. 5 — BEND CHRISTMAS PARADE: Parade theme is “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas”; free; noon; downtown Bend.

Dec. 5 — WINTER DANCE SHOWCASE: The Deschutes County Ballroom Dance Club presents a showcase of choreographed social dances; $20; 4-9 p.m., doors open 3:30 p.m.; Bend Senior Center, 1600 S.E. Reed Market Road; 541-322-0220 or www .deschutescountyballroom.com.

Dec. 5 — “HIGH DESERT NUTCRACKER”: The classic holiday ballet, in a style inspired by Central Oregon people and culture; $5; 7 p.m.; Redmond High School, 675 S.W. Rimrock Way; 541-548-6957.

Dec. 6 — FIDDLERS JAM: Listen or dance at the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers Jam; donations accepted; 12:30-3:30 p.m.; Pine Forest Grange, 63214 N.E. Boyd Acres Road, Bend; 541-447-7395.

Dec. 6 — CASCADE WINDS SYMPHONIC BAND: Band standards, show tunes, orchestra transcriptions, marches and more performed under the direction of Dan Judd; donations accepted; 2 p.m.; Summit High School, 2855 N.W. Clearwater Drive, Bend; 541-593-1635 or www.cascadewinds.org.

Dec. 6 — CRY OUT FOR THE CONGO: Above the Golden State, The Pawnshop Kings and Elliot perform, with speaker Marcel Serubungo; proceeds benefit programs of the World Relief program in the Democratic Republic of Congo; $10; 7 p.m.; Tower Theatre, 835 N.W. Wall St., Bend; 541-317-0700 or ann@worldreliefnext.org.

Dec. 7 — SON VOLT: The St. Louis-based alt-country giants perform, with Sera Cahoone; $18 plus service charges in advance, $20 at the door; 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m.; Domino Room, 51 N.W. Greenwood Ave., Bend; www.randompresents.com.

Dec. 8 — “THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS”: A screening of the 1993 PG-rated film by Tim Burton; free; 5:30 p.m.; Bend Public Library, Brooks Room, 601 N.W. Wall St.; 541-312-1039.

Dec. 8 — ENTREPRENEURIAL WOMEN’S HOLIDAY SOCIAL: Featuring hors d’oeuvres, desserts, coffee, holiday photos, a giving tree, music and dancing and more; proceeds benefit Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center; $32; 6 p.m.; Hollinshead Barn, 1235 N.E. Jones Road, Bend; 541-382-1456 or www.networkwomen.org.

Dec. 8 — TALK OF THE TOWN: COTV hosts a town hall discussion on Measures 66 and 67, which would raise corporate and personal taxes; reservations requested; free; 6:30-8 p.m.; Greenwood Playhouse, 148 N.W. Greenwood Ave., Bend; 541-388-5814, talk@bendbroadband.com or www.talkofthetownco.com.

Dec. 10 — CELEBRATE OREGON AUTHORS: Willy Vlautin, author of “Motel Life” and “Northline,” reads from and discusses his work; free; 4 p.m.; Redmond Public Library, 827 S.W. Deschutes Ave.; 541-312-1034.

Dec. 10 — “LIGHT UP A LIFE”: Light a candle in honor of loved ones and listen to live music; advance registration required to have names listed in program; free; 5-6 p.m.; Sisters Art Works, 204 W. Adams St.; 541-548-7483 or brvhospcie@bendbroadband.com.

Dec. 10 — “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”: The Redmond High School drama department presents the holiday classic featuring a man who sees what the world would be like without him when an angel visits on Christmas Eve; presented as a radio broadcast; $5; 7 p.m.; Redmond High School, 675 S.W. Rimrock Way; 541-923-4800.

Dec. 10 — “THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER”: The Children’s Theater Company of Redmond presents a play about bad kids who take over a Christmas pageant; $3, $5 reserved seating; 7 p.m.; The Bridge Church of the Nazarene, 2398 W. Antler Ave., Redmond; 541-460-3024, info@childrenstheatercompany.net or www.childrenstheatercompany.net.

Dec. 10 — CELEBRATE OREGON AUTHORS: Willy Vlautin, author of “Motel Life” and “Northline,” reads from and discusses his work; free; 7 p.m.; Bend Public Library, 601 N.W. Wall St.; 541-312-1034.

Farther Down the Road

Dec. 11-12 — “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”: The Redmond High School drama department presents the holiday classic featuring a man who sees what the world would be like without him when an angel visits on Christmas Eve; presented as a radio broadcast; $5; 7 p.m. both days, 2 p.m. Dec. 12; Redmond High School, 675 S.W. Rimrock Way; 541-923-4800.

Dec. 11-13 — “THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER”: The Children’s Theater Company of Redmond presents a play about bad kids who take over a Christmas pageant; $3, $5 reserved seating; 7 p.m. Dec. 11 and 12, 2:30 p.m. Dec. 13; The Bridge Church of the Nazarene, 2398 W. Antler Ave., Redmond; 541-460-3024, info@childrenstheatercompany.net or www.childrenstheatercompany.net.

Dec. 11-13, 16-17 — “CHRISTMAS BELLES”: Cascades Theatrical Company presents the tale of a church Christmas program that spins out of control; $20, $15 in advance, includes lunch; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11-12 and Dec. 16-17, 2 p.m. Dec. 13; Cascades Theatrical Company, 148 N.W. Greenwood Ave., Bend; 541-389-0803 or www.cascadestheatrical.org.

Dec. 11-13, 16-17 — “HARVEY”: 2nd Street Theater presents the tale of a man and his imaginary friend, Harvey, who is a 6 ½-foot tall rabbit; $18, $16 students and seniors ages 62 and older; 8 p.m. Dec. 11-12 and Dec. 16-17, 3 p.m. Dec. 13; 2nd Street Theater, 220 N.E. Lafayette Ave., Bend; 541-312-9626, 2ndsttheater@bendcable.com or www.2ndstreettheater.com.

Dec. 12-13 — CHRISTMAS PHOTOS: Take a photo with Santa and a live reindeer; proceeds benefit the Redmond Reign 18u fast pitch softball team; $10; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. both days; Operation Santa Claus, 4355 W. State Highway 126, Redmond; 541-548-0718.

Dec. 12-13 — CHRISTMAS SING ’N SWEETS: Featuring carols, Christmas cookies and a musical presentation of the Christmas story; reservations recommended; 7 p.m. Dec. 12, 4 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 13; Highland Baptist Church, 3100 S.W. Highland Ave., Redmond; 541-548-4161 or www.hbcredmond.org.

Dec. 12-13 — HOLIDAY MAGIC CONCERT: The Central Oregon Community College Cascade Chorale performs under the direction of James Knox; proceeds benefit Central Oregon Resources for Independent Living; $15; 7 p.m. Dec. 12, 3 p.m. Dec. 13; Summit High School, 2855 N.W. Clearwater Drive, Bend; 541-771-6184 or www.coril.org.

Dec. 12 — TOY RUN: Featuring live music, food, pictures with Santa, a parade ride, a silent auction and more; proceeds benefit Bend Elks, Toys for Tots and The Salvation Army; donation of nonplush toy required; 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Cascade Harley-Davidson of Bend, 63028 Sherman Road; 541-312-4204 or www.cascadeharley.com.

Dec. 13 — CASCADE HORIZON BAND: The senior band performs a holiday concert featuring selections from “Chicago,” Sousa, “White Christmas” and more; donations accepted; 2 p.m.; Mountain View High School, 2755 N.E. 27th St., Bend; 541-382-2712, cascadehorizonband@yahoo.com or http://cascadehorizonband.org.

Dec. 13 — SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT: A concert of holiday music, featuring performances by Lawrence Leighton Smith, Courtney Huffman, Kyle Ruggles and Michael Hodecker; $40 reserved, $30 general, $25 ages 65 and older, $10 ages 18 and younger; 7:30 p.m.; Sunriver Resort Great Hall, 17728 Abbot Drive; 541-593-9310, tickets@sunrivermusic.org or www.sunrivermusic.org.

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