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Celebrating the return of the sun, the renewal of the earth, and the launching of a busy Central Oregon outdoor season, the free Bend Spring Festival takes place in the downtown-like corridor of NorthWest Crossing Drive, in the award winning NorthWest Crossing Neighborhood on Bend’s Westside. Thousands will come out to explore the original art, to get some tips from the Oregon State University Master Gardeners, to enjoy live music, great food, wine and beer. This is a lovely festival. To learn more about this neighborhood, go to www.northwestcrossing.com (Cottage Living Magazine named it one of the top ten Cottage Neighborhoods in the country!)
The NorthWest Crossing Bend Spring Festival will take place Friday, April 16th through Sunday April 18th. Friday evening kicks off with the Cascade Community School of Music - Wine Bop from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. through the NWX shops/restaurants on NorthWest Crossing Drive. The activities Saturday run from 11a.m. – 10 p.m. and include a children’s performance area and an artist promenade with over 40 artists. Sunday the fun continues from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. with dance performances, live music, and outdoor gear retailers to get you ready for summer play.
This event will feature a sneak preview of festival artists, live music by the Cascade Community School of Music faculty and wine tasting, inside participating NWX restaurants and retail shops, from 6pm - 8pm. There will be a kids "drop off Spring Fun Zone" featuring five licensed, childcare specialists from Munchkin Manor happening during The Bop so that parents may have childcare while strolling the neighborhood.
Performances and locations include:
Lisa Perra and Robert Lee - Riley's Market
Bare Roots - Umpqua Bank
Sarah Ruzicka/Travis Allen String Quartet - BICA Gallery
Laurel Brauns - Portello
Andrew Cooper - Takara
Glen and Greg Topliff - Americana guitar and banjo - Pisano's
Irene Goodnight - Sage Cafe
Trio Brazil - La Rosa
Sunday, April 18th
12pm Buck’n The Digs www.myspace.com/buckandthedigs (pictured)
2pm Slick Side Down www.myspace.com/slicksidedown (pictured)
This area of the event is dedicated to outdoor recreation, gardening and outdoor décor. Wanderlust Tours will present their GPS Eco Challenge, which will explore the natural and cultural history of NW Crossing. The staff of In Climb Rock Gym will be on site with their rock wall, providing climbing opportunities with guidance and instruction. At 2pm on Saturday, cycling Guru Seth Graham will host a bicycle obstacle course designed to demonstrate safety and fun on two wheels. Youth and adults should bring their bikes and helmets to participate. On the design side of things, Bend Fireside will have ideas about updating outdoor spaces with spas, fireplaces and outdoor décor. And the Central Oregon Master Gardener’s Association will be on hand to answer questions about native plantings and more.
The term “souk” originates from the Middle East and is defined as an open-air market, and that’s just what you’ll find. With vendors and produce stands from India, Africa, Afghanistan, and other locations around the world, this area proves to be quite an international experience.
The Northwest Crossing Promenade line Northwest Crossing Drive with more than 40 artists vending a variety of mediums, including ceramics, jewelry, photography, painting, fiber arts, woodworking and furniture. Featured artists are selected by a panel of professional artists, gallery owners and art educators for various types of recognition. Artists will also be given awards for Best of Jury and Best of Show at the conclusion of the festival.
The festival will feature a robust children’s entertainment and performance area. On the Children’s Stage, The Cascade Community School of Music will present a musical fairytale, complete with a princess, a wizard and a wishing well! Afterward, join the School for a crazy kazoo parade down NW Crossing Drive. Terpsichorean Dance Studios will do a ballet performance and workshop, with a coordinating tutu making activity. And, the younger event attendees can perform on stage with both the Central Oregon Belly Dance Guild and the Westside Village School Drum Ensemble with Shireen Amini. On Sunday, Gotta Dance Studios will perform a special sneak preview of their Spring Revue. Children’s performers Heather Pearl http://www.sterlingtalent.com/artists/heather_pearl.html and Leapin’ Louie (www.comedytricks.com ) will appear throughout the day Saturday and Sunday. And there will be incredible inflatable rides, gardening activities, face painting and more!
Run, not walk, with chalk in hand, to the Street Chalk Competition. We have had a lot of fun programming this area for the Spring Festival this year. Ann DiSalvo, (www.anndisalvo.com ) professional street chalk artist will be in the neighborhood creating an exhibition street chalk mural while the competition takes place on Fort Clatsop Street, located downtown in the Northwest Crossing neighborhood.
There will be an adult competition, 14 years of age and older and a children’s competition for kids age 13 and under. Competing artists may bring their own chalk and there will be some on site as well. Each person will have a 4x8 space and images must be “appropriate” and “spring themed”. Check in takes place on site (near Portello) and there are cash awards for the top 4 artists in each category. First place receives a $750 cash award (adults) and $100 (children). The competition will go from 11am – 7pm Saturday, April 17th and the winner’s will be announced Sunday, April 18th.
Street Chalk Spaces are free, but limited. If spaces are still available, you may walk up to compete. To pre-reserve your space, please contact: michelle@c3events.com .
NW Crossing Drive from the intersection of Mt. Washington Drive to John Fremont St in the NorthWest Crossing neighborhood, and from Ordway Avenue through Fort Clatop Street.
For accommodations please contact C3 Events, 389-0995 or inquiry@c3events.com.
Mt. Washington Drive to High Lakes Loop or Ordway Avenue in the NorthWest Crossing Neighborhood to access parking. Parking is available in the merchant lots accessed by both of these streets as well as the High Lakes Elementary School parking lot.
Friday, April 16 - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 17 - 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday, April 18 - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Northwest Crossing Drive from Mt. Washington to John Fremont St. ,Fort Clatsop St. north and south blocks. These streets will be closed from 11 p.m. Friday, the 16th to Monday, April 19th at 2 a.m..
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Mt. Washington Drive to High Lakes Loop or Ordway Avenue in the NorthWest Crossing Neighborhood to access parking. Parking is available in the merchant lots accessed by both of these streets as well as the High Lakes Elementary School parking lot.
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