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Registration opens:
September 08th, 2025 at 6:00pm

What's So Funny? - A Satire Workshop

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2025-10-08 18:00:00 2025-10-08 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles What's So Funny? - A Satire Workshop Learn how satire can enhance your writing. Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)

Wednesday, October 08
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-08 18:00:00 2025-10-08 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles What's So Funny? - A Satire Workshop Learn how satire can enhance your writing. Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)

Downtown Bend Library

Community Room (Brooks)

Learn how satire can enhance your writing.

Registration is required.

Some things are so ridiculous they deserve skewering. Other things are so relentlessly harmful and yet ignored that writers find another way to grab people’s attention vis-à-vis the problem. (Jonathan Swift’s “A Modest Proposal” comes to mind). 

Workshop Takeaways: 

  • Identifying a subject worthy of satire.
  • Discerning the difference of knowing what’s funny and what’s funny with a message worthy of discussion and debate.
  • Learning the difference between punching up vs. punching down.
  • Ensuring that your satire, even if absurd, makes a salient point.
     

Presenter Bio: 

Bob Balmer's writing has appeared in the Smithsonian, Golf Illustrated, ZYZZYVA, The Seattle Times, The Oregonian and other print media. It has aired on radio and television, and he has facilitated workshops in the Pacific Northwest and California. For more visit: discoveringlaughter.weebly.com

Questions? Contact beccar@dpls.lib.or.us

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Write Here | Adult Program |

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Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 9:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Quiet Writing Time - Write Here
Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others' company.
Family Story Time
Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 9:55am
East Bend Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Tuesday Trekkers Walking Group
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Pine Library
Walk with your neighbors on Tuesdays this Summer and Fall.
Tuesday Trekkers Walking Group
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Pine Library
Walk with your neighbors on Tuesdays this Fall.
Family Story Time
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 10:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
iPad Brain Games
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Stimulate your brain by playing games!
Baby Story Time
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
East Bend Library - Community Room
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Hospice 101 - Know Secrets
Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Get clarification on the misunderstood topic of end-of-life care.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Bend Library - Community Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Technology Troubleshooting
Tue, Sep 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.
Let's Talk About It with KIDS Center
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sisters Library - Community Room
Education and insight on the ages and stages of a child's development.
Register
SCORE Small Business Counseling
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Receive confidential business planning with a SCORE mentor.
College & Career Readiness: Researching Colleges
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 2
Learn strategies to create a personalized list of potential schools that meet your individual needs.
The Secret to Better Boundaries - Know Secrets
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Learn to set and maintain healthy, sustainable boundaries with confidence.
Family Story Time
Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 9:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Family Story Time
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sisters Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs, and rhymes! 0-5 yrs.
Family Story Time
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Baby Story Time
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Bend Library
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources. Connect and get help with housing lists, medical access, mental health resources, veterans services, social security applications, and much more. Thrive Central Oregon staff help you navigate the complex forms, websites, and waitlists needed to access these resources. All appointments are first-come first-served and last for 30 minutes. To setup a remote phone appointment call 541-782-1022 or email info@thrivecentraloregon.org. For more information visit: www.thrivecentraloregon.org.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Pine Library - Meeting Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 1
Stories, songs and rhymes to develop early literacy skills. 3-5 yrs.
Snail Mail Society
Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Learn how to write a letter and get your very own pen pal in another state!
Middle Ground: Explorers' Club
Wed, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
La Pine Library - Community Room
Explore something new!
Children's Museum of Central Oregon Pop Up Exhibits - Know Secrets
Wed, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 3
Explore the secrets of the Children's Museum of Central Oregon!
The Fiction Library Book Club
Wed, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join via Zoom
Discuss Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes.
Driving the Alaska-Canada Highway - Know Secrets
Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Plan your trip of a lifetime driving from the Lower 48.
Family Story Time
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 9:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Toddler Story Time
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 10:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
An active story time with stories, songs & movement rhymes. 18-36 mo.
Macbook Essentials
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Explore your Mac laptop or desktop
Baby Story Time
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
La Pine Library - Community Room
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Technology Troubleshooting
Thu, Sep 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.
Tardes en Familia en Español
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sisters Library - Community Room
Arte, juegos, y comida gratis para todas las edades.
Hablemos de Estas Cosas en Español
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Only
Educación y conocimiento sobre las edades y etapas del desarrollo de un niño.
Register
Medicare Made Simple
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Free community seminar focused solely on Medicare education and understanding.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources. Connect and get help with housing lists, medical access, mental health resources, veterans services, social security applications, and much more. Thrive Central Oregon staff help you navigate the complex forms, websites, and waitlists needed to access these resources. All appointments are first-come first-served and last for 30 minutes. To setup a remote phone appointment call 541-782-1022 or email info@thrivecentraloregon.org. For more information visit: www.thrivecentraloregon.org.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sisters Library - Study Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Family Story Time
Fri, Sep 26, 10:30am - 10:55am
La Pine Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Cancelled
Family Story Time
Fri, Sep 26, 10:30am - 10:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Graphic Novel Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
The Library Book Club
Fri, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Discuss The Wager by David Grann.
Oktoberfest Accordion Performance
Fri, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Get in the spirit with German polkas and waltzes.
Kids' Math Night with Mathnasium - Know Secrets
Fri, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Discover the secrets of math with fun and games!
Family Story Time
Sat, Sep 27, 9:30am - 9:55am
East Bend Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Toddler Story Time
Sat, Sep 27, 11:30am - 11:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
An active story time with stories, songs & movement rhymes. 18-36 mo.
Volunteer Expo
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Community 3
Visit with organizations that need civic-minded individuals.
Introduction to Geocaching - Know Secrets
Sun, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Learn how to play this real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game.
Preschool Story Time
Mon, Sep 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Stories, songs and rhymes to develop early literacy skills. 3-5 yrs.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Baby Story Time
Mon, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Redmond Library - Community 1
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Learn to Use the Cricut - MakerSpace
Mon, Sep 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Redmond Library - Creative/Maker Space
Make a custom sticker or iron-on decal with the Cricut Maker.
This event is full
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Mon, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Snail Mail Society
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Redmond Library - Community 2
Learn how to write a letter and get your very own pen pal in another state!
Death Café
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Discuss death, free of agenda or ideology, with a friendly group.
Changing Patterns: Re-Entry Weeklies
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Weekly peer support group for those returning home from prison.
Family Story Time
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 9:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Quiet Writing Time - Write Here
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others' company.
Family Story Time
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 9:55am
East Bend Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Tuesday Trekkers Walking Group
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Pine Library
Walk with your neighbors on Tuesdays this Summer and Fall.
Tuesday Trekkers Walking Group
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Pine Library
Walk with your neighbors on Tuesdays this Fall.
Family Story Time
Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 10:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Baby Story Time
Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
East Bend Library - Community Room
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Bilingual Stories & Songs en Español e Ingles
Tue, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Cuentos, canciones, rimas, y manualidades para toda la familia. 0-5 años.
Jump for Joy: Toddler Time
Tue, Sep 30, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Mountain Air Trampoline Park - 20495 Murray Rd #150, Bend, OR 97701
Enjoy Toddler Jump Time at Mountain Air! Tickets at https://www.mountainairbend.com/tickets/
Register
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Tue, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Bend Library - Community Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Technology Troubleshooting
Tue, Sep 30, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.
Cancelled
Play Together: Mario Kart World
Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Redmond Library
Play in a local multiplayer Mario Kart World Tournament!
Child Abuse - Signs, Symptoms & Prevention with KIDS Center
Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
La Pine Library - Community Room
Learn about the different types of child abuse and signs to recognize them.
Register
Family Story Time
Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 9:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Family Story Time
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sisters Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs, and rhymes! 0-5 yrs.
Family Story Time
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Baby Story Time
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Bend Library
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Tummy Time en Español
Wed, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Una forma suave de conectar, explorar y aprender juntos.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources. Connect and get help with housing lists, medical access, mental health resources, veterans services, social security applications, and much more. Thrive Central Oregon staff help you navigate the complex forms, websites, and waitlists needed to access these resources. All appointments are first-come first-served and last for 30 minutes. To setup a remote phone appointment call 541-782-1022 or email info@thrivecentraloregon.org. For more information visit: www.thrivecentraloregon.org.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Pine Library - Meeting Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Creepy Creatures with Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory - Know Macabre
Wed, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Pine Library - Community Room
Get to know some of nature's most haunted creatures: bats, owls, & toads, oh my!
Middle Ground: Explorers' Club
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 2
Explore something new!
Lawyer in the Library - Online Only
Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Only
Free 30-minute virtual consultations with a local lawyer on Oregon civil law issues.
Register
Adult D&D Club - Beginners
Wed, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 1
Beginner-level adult D&D club
This event is full
Family Story Time
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 9:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Toddler Story Time
Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 10:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
An active story time with stories, songs & movement rhymes. 18-36 mo.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
La Pine Library - Community Room
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
The Library Book Club
Thu, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Discuss Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes.
Technology Troubleshooting / Ayuda Tecnológica
Thu, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff. Practique o busque ayuda con sus preguntas sobre tareas tecnológicas básicas. La ayuda está disponible en inglés o español.
Tardes en Familia en Español
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Arte, juegos, y comida gratis para todas las edades.
Community Art Roulette
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Bend Library - Community Room
Work with other kids to create a beautiful art piece to take home!
Write Your Own Obituary in Four Easy Steps - Know Macabre
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Reflect, honor, and shape your life story.
One Hour, One Story: Intro to Memoir Writing - Write Here
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Redmond Library - Community 3
Learn to write a memoir in one hour!
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources. Connect and get help with housing lists, medical access, mental health resources, veterans services, social security applications, and much more. Thrive Central Oregon staff help you navigate the complex forms, websites, and waitlists needed to access these resources. All appointments are first-come first-served and last for 30 minutes. To setup a remote phone appointment call 541-782-1022 or email info@thrivecentraloregon.org. For more information visit: www.thrivecentraloregon.org.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sisters Library - Study Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Family Story Time
Fri, Oct 03, 10:30am - 10:55am
La Pine Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Children's Museum of Central Oregon Pop Up Exhibits
Fri, Oct 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Enjoy an open playtime with some favorite museum exhibits!
Write Your Own Obituary in Four Easy Steps - Know Macabre
Fri, Oct 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Sisters Library - Community Room
Reflect, honor, and shape your life story.
Family Story Time
Fri, Oct 03, 10:30am - 10:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Graphic Novel Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Meet the Authors: Literary Insights from Mayfield & Strelow - Write Here
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Two Oregon authors share readings, insights, and book signings.
3D Printer Basics - MakerSpace
Fri, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 1
Learn the basics of 3D printing.
Teen Monthly D&D Club
Fri, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sisters Library - Community Room
Join us for this monthly teen D&D club!
Grom Tests and Skate Demo - Know Macabre
Fri, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Pavilion - Skate Features
It's time to show off those skull rattling skate skills!
Family Story Time
Sat, Oct 04, 9:30am - 9:55am
East Bend Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Costume Swap and Share
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Share a costume, find a costume.
Charspookerie Making Workshop - Know Macabre
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Sisters Library - Community Room
Join us for a macabre multiage charcuterie board class!
This event is full
Toddler Story Time
Sat, Oct 04, 11:30am - 11:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
An active story time with stories, songs & movement rhymes. 18-36 mo.
Lumina Flute Ensemble - Music in Public Places
Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Enjoy an hour of music courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony.
Preschool Story Time
Mon, Oct 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Stories, songs and rhymes to develop early literacy skills. 3-5 yrs.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Mon, Oct 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Baby Story Time
Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Redmond Library - Community 1
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Tummy Time en Español
Mon, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 1
Una forma suave de conectar, explorar y aprender juntos.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Mon, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
College & Career Readiness: Financial Aid 101
Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 2
Navigate college costs with confidence and clarity.
Changing Patterns: Re-Entry Weeklies
Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Weekly peer support group for those returning home from prison.
Clases de Inglés Para Hispanohablantes
Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 1 (Hutchinson)
La Asociación de la Comunidad Latina, los invita a nuestras próximas clases de inglés.
Family Story Time
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 9:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Quiet Writing Time - Write Here
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Bend Library - Meeting Room 2 (Meyer)
Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others' company.
Family Story Time
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 9:55am
East Bend Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Tuesday Trekkers Walking Group
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
La Pine Library
Walk with your neighbors on Tuesdays this Fall.
Family Story Time
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 10:55am
Redmond Library - Community 1
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Baby Story Time
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
East Bend Library - Community Room
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Infant Music Together Workshop
Tue, Oct 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Grow your baby into a confident music maker!
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Bend Library - Community Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Technology Troubleshooting / Ayuda Tecnológica
Tue, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.
Cognitive Connections Community
Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Welcoming social event for people with dementia and care partners
This event is full
SafetyNet® Training with KIDS Center
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sisters Library - Community Room
Develop tools to safely manage online lives for both kids and adults.
Register
Clases de Inglés Para Hispanohablantes
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
La Asociación de la Comunidad Latina, los invita a nuestras próximas clases de inglés.
Whistling Past the Graveyard - Know Macabre
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Only - Zoom
Hear spooky cemetery stories and folklore from New Orleans to Edinburgh.
Register
Family Story Time
Wed, Oct 08, 9:30am - 9:55am
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Family Story Time
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sisters Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs, and rhymes! 0-5 yrs.
Family Story Time
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sunriver Library - Community Room
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Baby Story Time
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Bend Library
A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Bend Library - Study Room 3 (Lobby)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources. Connect and get help with housing lists, medical access, mental health resources, veterans services, social security applications, and much more. Thrive Central Oregon staff help you navigate the complex forms, websites, and waitlists needed to access these resources. All appointments are first-come first-served and last for 30 minutes. To setup a remote phone appointment call 541-782-1022 or email info@thrivecentraloregon.org. For more information visit: www.thrivecentraloregon.org.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Pine Library - Meeting Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 1
Stories, songs and rhymes to develop early literacy skills. 3-5 yrs.
Teen Library Council at Deschutes Public Library
Wed, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Redmond Library - Community 2
Join TLC and shape library spaces that support teen wellness.
Middle Ground Explorers' Club
Wed, Oct 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
La Pine Library - Community Room
Explore something new!
District Library Board Meeting
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Administration
Regular monthly board meeting
Medicare Made Simple
Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Free community seminar focused solely on Medicare education and understanding.
What's So Funny? - A Satire Workshop - Write Here
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)
Learn how satire can enhance your writing.
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 6:00pm
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