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Dive into the diverse worlds of printmaking and inclusion as we investigate “Know Ink/Inc” in August. Explore traditional American maritime tattoos and learn to decode meaning in Western paintings. Design and carve your own rubber stamp and satisfy your tastebuds with fresh squid ink pasta. Get an inside look at what it takes to become a journalist and how to pitch a news story. Kids and teens can design and create a self-published zine. Programs marked with an asterisk (*) require registration.
Sprout Film Festival
This unique event, which focuses on films that celebrate the diverse lives and creativity of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, strives to challenge assumptions and breakdown stereotypes.
- Friday, August 15 • 6:30 p.m. Redmond Library | 827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond
Taller de Papel Marmoleado en Español
Exploraremos la técnica del marmoleado sobre papel en familia. Esta clase está dirigida para niños a partir de 5 años y a sus familias.
- Sábado, 16 de agosto • 11:00 a.m. • East Bend Library | 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend
The Old Man and The Daiquiri–A Literary Tasting Event*
Attend an evening of literary exploration featuring four distinct Hemingway daiquiris, an introduction to the author whose name is synonymous with the cocktail, and curated readings from his celebrated works. Registration required; ages 21+
- Saturday, August 16 • 7:00 p.m. • Kobold Brewing, The Vault | 245 SW 6th Street, Redmond
Dirt Pride: A Film + Conversation About Belonging
Join filmmaker and community organizer, Christina Rosetti, for a short film screening of Dirt Pride followed by a community conversation about belonging.
- Monday, August 18 • 6:00 p.m. • Downtown Bend Library | 601 NW Wall Street, Bend
We Become a Poem en English y Español
Celebrate multilingual voices and poetic expression. Participants are invited to write poetry in any language (or mix languages) through playful prompts, simple poetic forms, and exploration of sound, rhythm, and voice.
- Tuesday, August 19 • 12:30 p.m. • Downtown Bend Library | 601 NW Wall Street, Bend
Kids' Stippling Pet Portraits with Anastasia Zielinski*
Dive into the captivating world of stippling art, transforming simple dots into stunning portraits. Intended for youth ages 8+; children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.
- Thursday, August 21 • 2:00 p.m. • Redmond Library | 827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond
Telling Our Stories Through the Lens
Explore the fundamentals of photography through the basics of composition, shutter speed, and aperture, to move beyond snapshots and into intentional storytelling. Intended for teens ages 12–17.
- Thursday, August 21 • 5:30 p.m. • Redmond Library | 827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond
The Art of Journalism Storytelling
Get an inside look at what it takes to become a journalist and how to create and pitch news story with local journalist Aaron Rasheed.
- Saturday, August 23 • noon • Sisters Library | 110 N Cedar Street, Sisters
- Tuesday, August 26 • 6:00 p.m. • Downtown Bend Library | 601 NW Wall Street, Bend
Gather:Make:Shelter–The Monograph Tour
The Monograph Tour features the works of Gather:Make:Shelter artists who reimagine what it means to be an artist and community member. In tandem with their completed creative work, featured artists will speak publicly about the power of creating amidst their experience with houselessness.
- Saturday, August 23 • 3:00 p.m. • Redmond Library | 827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond
- Sunday, August 24 • 3:00 p.m. • Downtown Bend Library | 601 NW Wall Street, Bend
The Bulletin: History and People
Learn the history of the Bend community's newspaper, the people who made it happen, and what makes the legacy of The Bulletin unique in Oregon journalism.
- Wednesday, August 27 • 1:00 p.m. • Downtown Bend Library | 601 NW Wall Street, Bend
Stippling Pet Portraits with Anastasia Zielinski*
Discover how dots can create delightful and detailed portraits that you’ll be proud to showcase. Stippling is a unique technique that uses countless tiny dots to build up an image, creating beautiful gradients and depth. Registration required.
- Wednesday, August 27 • 2:30 p.m. • East Bend Library | 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend
Zentangle Postcards*
Awaken your creative spirit as you focus on simple designs and repetitive patterns that are relaxing and easy to learn. Registration required.
- Thursday, August 28 • 10:30 a.m. • Redmond Library | 827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond
- Sunday, August 31 • 3:30 p.m. • Downtown Bend Library | 601 NW Wall Street, Bend
Editing with Intention: Honoring the Image
Whether you're new to photo editing or refining your skills, walk away with practical knowledge to edit with both confidence and cultural awareness. Intended for teens ages 13–17.
- Thursday, August 28 • 5:30 p.m. • Redmond Library | 827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond
For more information about these programs, please visit the library website at www.deschuteslibrary.org. People with disabilities needing accommodations (alternative formats or auxiliary aides) should contact Liz Goodrich at lizg@deschuteslibrary.org or 541-312-1032.
