Wednesday

Mayoral Forum: Candidates for Mayor of Redmond, George Endicott and Ed Fitch will answer questions from RPA students; 10-11 a.m.; Free; Redmond Proficiency Academy, 657 SW Glacier Ave., Redmond; 541-526-0882.

Storytime — Preschool Parade: Stories, songs, rhymes and crafts to develop early literacy skills for ages 3 to 5 years; 10:15 a.m.;Free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; deschuteslibrary.org/calendar or 541-312-1061.

Teen Volunteer Open House: Teens can learn about leadership and volunteer opportunities; 2-4 p.m.;Free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; deschuteslibrary.org/calendar or 541-312-1050.

Effective Communication Strategies: Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease; 5:30-7 p.m.;Free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; alz.org/orswwa or 800-272-3900.

Alzheimer’s Association Educational Program: Effective Communication Strategies: The class will explore how to decide what one with Alzheimer’s is trying to convey and how someone might be able to communicate with someone afflicted by the disease; 5:30-7 p.m.;Free registration required; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; communityresourcefinder.org or 1-800-272-3900.

Thursday

Storytime — Mother Goose and More: Movement and stories to develop skills for ages 0 to 3 years; 10:15 a.m.;Free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; deschuteslibrary.org/calendar or 541-312-1061.

Historic Landmarks Commission Meeting: A regular meeting will be held; 4:30 p.m.;Free; Redmond City Hall, 411 SW Ninth St., Redmond; ci.redmond.or.us or 541-923-7710.

Ribbon Cutting for “The Eye” Art Installation: The public artwork on the Negus overpass by Bruce Taylor will be celebrated; 4:30-5 p.m.;Free; Redmond Athletic Club, 1717 NE Second St., Redmond; 541-923-7763.

Bow Wow Bingo: A weekly Bingo game with proceeds going to BrightSide Animal Center; 6:30-8 p.m.;$1 per card; 7th Street Brewhouse, 855 SW Seventh St., Redmond; brightsideanimals.org or 541-923-0882.

Friday

Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktoberfest: Over 30 beers and ciders will be on tap for a family-oriented celebration with live music, contests and more; 4-9 p.m.;Free; Wild Ride Brewing Co., 332 SW Fifth St., Redmond; bit.ly/redkiwanis or 541-788-1903.

Jeff Jackson: The musician performs in the vinyard; 6-9 p.m.;$10, $5 wine club members, kids are free; Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne; shop.faithhopeandcharityevents.com or 541-526-5075.

Lindy Gravelle: The singer-songwriter performs; 7-10 p.m.;Free; Brassie’s Bar at Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; lindygravelle.com/calendar or 541-548-4220.

Thomas T & the Blueschips: The local blues and soul band will perform; 8-11 p.m.;Free; Checkers Pub, 329 SW Sixth St., Redmond; 541-548-3731.

The Renegades: The classic rock band performs; 9-1 a.m.;Free; Hub City Bar & Grill, 2498 S. U.S. Highway 97, Suite E, Redmond; 541-923-7101.

Saturday

Great Harvest Obstacle Challenge: A 3-mile obstacle course will challenge participants strength, agility and mental fitness; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.;$85 main course, $25 children 4 to 12 Sprouts Course; DD Ranch, 3836 NE Smith Rock Way, Terrebonne; 541-788-0300.

Family History Discovery Day: Classes on how to using indexing and various genealogical resources will be offered throughout the day; 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.;Free; Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1260 NE Thompson Drive, Bend; redmondfhdd.org.

13th Annual Show-n-Shine: The annual show will feature classic cars, food, a raffle and more; 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.;Free, go online to register a car; Powell Butte Christian Church, 13720 SW U.S. Highway 126, Prineville; powellbuttechurch.com/ or 541-548-3066.

Flight Demonstration Day: Learn how to fly a remote-controlled aircraft with the aid of instructors; 9:30 a.m.-Noon;Free; High Desert Sports Complex, 1859 NE Maple Ave., Redmond; fieldofdreamsrc.com or 541-480-0855.

Community Baby Shower: Pregnant and newly postpartum moms are invited to the shower featuring gift bags, raffles, light refreshments and more; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.;Free, RSVP on Facebook; Redmond Grange, 707 SW Kalama Ave., Redmond; bit.ly/2IblyW6 or 541-322-7400.

C.R.O.P. Pop-up Farmers Market: The market will highlight the farm that offers locally grown and raised beef, pork, goats and produce; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.;Free; Bluestone Natural Farms, 12555 SW U.S. Highway 126, Powell Butte; 541-797-9926.

Porter Brewing Grand Opening: Redmond’s newest brewery will open with a ribbon cutting at 3 p.m., barbecue and more; 11:30 a.m.;Free; Porter Brewing Co., 611 NE Jackpine Court, Suite 2, Redmond; 541-504-7959.

Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktoberfest: Over 30 beers and ciders will be on tap for a family-oriented celebration with live music, contests and more; 1-9 p.m.;Free; Wild Ride Brewing Co., 332 SW Fifth St., Redmond; bit.ly/redkiwanis or 541-788-1903.

Music in Public Places — Tango: An all-tango flute & guitar performance; 2-3 p.m.;Free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; deschuteslibrary.org/calendar or 541-312-1032.

Highbankers: The Americana band performs; 6-9 p.m.;$10 general admission, $5 wine club members, kids free; Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne; shop.faithhopeandcharityevents.com or 541-526-5075.

Derek Sheen: The stand-up comedian will perform, Nariko Ott opens; 8-10 p.m.;$8 in advance, $10 at the door; Double J Saloon, 528 SW 6th St., Redmond; bit.ly/RedSheen or 541-801-3000.

Thomas T & the Blueschips: The local blues and soul band will perform; 8-11 p.m.;Free; Checkers Pub, 329 SW Sixth St., Redmond; 541-548-3731.

The Renegades: The classic rock band performs; 9-1 a.m.;Free; Hub City Bar & Grill, 2498 S. U.S. Highway 97, Suite E, Redmond; 541-923-7101.

Monday

Crooked River Ranch Board of Directors Work Session: A regular meeting will be held; 10 a.m.-Noon;Free; Crooked River Ranch — Juniper Room, 5195 SW Clubhouse Drive, Terrebonne; 541-548-8939.

Animal Adventures: Live animals, stories and crafts with High Desert Museum for ages 3 and up; 10:15 a.m.;Free; Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond; deschuteslibrary.org/calendar or 541-312-1061.

Toastmasters of Redmond: Learn skills of presentation and speaking style in a safe and supportive group; Noon-1 p.m.;Free; Church of Christ, 925 NW Seventh St, Redmond; 541-508-7591.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting: The committee will hold a regular meeting; 4-6 p.m.;Free; City Hall, 411 SW Ninth St., Redmond; ci.redmond.or.us or 541-923-7758.

Redmond Planning Commission Meeting: A regular meeting will be held; 6:30-8 p.m.;Free; City Hall, 411 SW Ninth St., Redmond; ci.redmond.or.us or 541-923-7724.

Tuesday

Redmond City Council Workshop: A regular meeting will be held; 6-8 p.m.;Free; City Hall, 411 SW Ninth St., Redmond; ci.redmond.or.us or 541-923-7710.

2nd Amendment Legislation Public Forum: A discussion on upcoming ballot measures related to the amendment with Oregon Firearms Federation Cheif of Staff, Traci Hensley and an elected City Councilor; 6:30 p.m.;Free; Crooked River Ranch Chapel, 5060 Clubhouse Road, Terrebonne; 360-903-5627.