Source Weekly August 29, 2024

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It’s here – the great reimagination of the Lake House at Caldera Springs. Discover a dedicated space to gather and create lasting memories against the backdrop of breathtaking natural surroundings. Now open to the public, guests are invited to lounge with the whole family in the dining room, warm up by the fireplace in the bar or roast s’mores under the starlit sky on the outdoor patio. Here, every meal and moment become a story.

On the Cover: “Happy Campers” - Digital Illustration by Éva Lund.

After graduating from Victoria College of Art in British Columbia, Éva Lund set off to explore the world, seeking inspiration and adventure. Her travels deepened her love for vibrant scenes, imaginative characters, and silly narratives. Upon discovering Bend, Éva decided to make art her one and only occupation. You can view her creations and those of other talented artists at The Workhouse, where she spends her days dreaming up the improbable in her studio, often accompanied by her cat, Skippi, lounging in the window. Follow her journey on Instagram @evasblulagoon.

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Summer may be winding to a close, but fire season is still at its height. If you’ve ever driven by a fire camp and wondered what that’s like, Jennifer Baires gives you an inside look with part 3 of her series, Living With Fire, that appears as this week’s Feature. In News, Julianna LaFollette shares info on a proposed code change that could bar people from living in their vehicles on residential streets. In Chow, Jared Rasic visits Chupacabra, now taking up the space formerly known as Tortilleria Reyes. And in Sound, Chris Young chats with Gregory Alan Isakov about farming, music and so much more. We’re glad you’re here — thanks, as always, for reading!

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OPINION

Is Local Control for Mt. Bachelor Even a Remote Possibility?

The news that broke this week about the possible sale of Mt. Bachelor sent an avalanche of speculation barreling down on Bend.

Could Mt. Bachelor once again be a locals’ mountain, owned by locals?

The simultaneous news that one of the other resorts owned by POWDR, Killington Ski Resort in Vermont, was purchased by a group of locals there only increased the speculation. Could that happen here?

From the perspective of a snow-rider, the Bill Healy days of local ownership meant things like free ski days, lower season pass prices and a more convivial atmosphere. From the staff perspective, it meant a more involved ownership and a less-corporate vibe. From those two perspectives, what local wouldn’t want that to return?

In our community, something like this has been done before. When The Bulletin newspaper went up for sale and a hedge fund began to circle around, a group of locals did manage to bring money to the table to help usher the sale to an Oregon company instead. That was good news for those who wanted to see local control maintained for that business – but now, just five years later, that business is up for sale once again, proving that you can mount a campaign to save a local institution and keep it in local hands – but you may just find yourself mounting that campaign over and over.

It’s a be-careful-what-you-wish-for type of scenario.

In the sale of Mt. Bachelor, the public doesn’t know what the sale price is. Can a group of locals even afford it? It is hard to say how deep the local pockets need to be. POWDR, which has owned Mt. Bachelor since 2001, is keeping the asking price private, but we realize it is not going to be cheap. Mt. Bachelor sprawls over 4,000 acres, has 360-degree views and, as we all worry about climate change, data shows that the mountain’s relatively long ski season doesn’t seem to be changing all that

much. Opening days for both Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo are trending later, but season lengths have not been reduced drastically over the last 20 years. Pushing the season later into May has been the trend. In other words, a shorter ski season doesn’t appear to be a major factor in this sale.

POWDR says it wants to sell Mt. Bachelor and several other resorts to “diversify” its business and focus on its National Park concessions. As a whole, the ski industry has seen massive consolidation in recent years. A number of companies have snapped up ski resorts and run them remotely. But is that model still working?

As the Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast (which first broke the news of POWDR’s plans to sell the resorts) stated, “POWDR’s partial sell-offwhich follows the failure, dismantling, or decline of previous ski conglomerates such as American Skiing Company, Booth Creek, and Intrawest — raises questions about the long-term viability of the multi-mountain business model.” Vail Resorts, for example, runs 42 ski areas. It pays its employees more than those at Mt. Bachelor — a plus for the local lifties who currently garner somewhere around $15 an hour for their work on the mountain — but has a reputation for less-than-stellar customer service, and issues with billing and refunds, according to an alert from the Better Business Bureau. Would that be better? It's a tough business model for resorts that are attempting to increase employee satisfaction AND make sure customers are happy, amid climbing lift prices and climate implications.

These are the big-dollar questions skiers and snowboarders in Central Oregon are pondering right now. But without knowing just how much the sale of Mt. Bachelor will set one back, it’s pretty tough to glean whether a local, independent Mt. Bachelor is a reality, and one that will put the mountain on a better long-term trajectory.

RE: JEN SORENSEN CARTOON, 8/22

I am responding to your comics of Donald Trump. I read the Source quite often and get a lot of information out of it. I am a Trump voter and read your comics and kinda laugh at all the things you come up with. I’ve listened to that stuff you and the media put out for the last 10 years. So be it. If it wasn’t for Trump a lot of you guys would not have a job…

That being said, your last comic strip on Trump I found to be very distasteful. Really to say, “haven’t you heard an undocumented immigrant killed a girl,” it should have said it’s an illegal breaking the law.

Depending on who you get your info from, we do know that “girls” have been killed and raped and molested and beaten. Let me ask you what one of the victims’ loved ones would have to say after reading a comic strip making fun of their daughter, mother or wife…

Can you respond and let me know how that comment is funny…

I’m trying to think who I can send this to that may write an article and say that the Source comics have went too far.

—Tom Pascua

BIDEN’S

CONVENTION SPEECH

Joe Biden’s convention speech showed him to be a decent, patriotic family man. It also exposed three incredible blind spots.

Biden once again said America is getting better rather than going downhill. He said, “Our best days are not behind us, they are before us.” This is

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transparently untrue. This kind of flattery of the electorate shows that Democrats are not above manipulating reality like MAGA Republicans do.

The President also said, “There is only one sacred obligation in America, taking care of veterans.” This betrays an ignorance of other sacred principles of democracy, including educating youth in history, law, and science; prioritizing public health measures to protect and honor the elderly, whose wisdom must be available to rising generations; and upholding our sacred oaths, agreements, vows, and contracts. Never heard of such principles? Better read some history before it is too late.

Finally, there is America’s puppet war against religious freedom in the Middle East, leading to the disproportionate slaughter of Muslims in Gaza. Biden’s decent heart takes a fatal nosedive here.

—Kimball Shinkoskey

WATER TROUBLES RE: OPINION, 8/8

Interesting to read your 08/08 opinion piece about water issues. Amazing that while we on Bend’s southeast have faced watering restrictions for the last few years, the city “leaders” are kowtowing to developers adding a few thousand more homes near Caldera High and near the new “central” library on 27th! Where’s the water coming from to serve these homes? I guess soon we’ll only be able to shower twice a week!

— Robert Lee

Recently I opened up a can of worms with our county commissioners. I sent an email to our commissioners and planning department asking for them to vote no on the final draft of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. This current document has minimal protection of our waters, protection of farmlands and wildlife corridors and development is big on the list along with destination resorts. I asked for a change in language and requested that they reopen the records. I received an email from planning that legal counsel advised the commissioners not to read my email.

The commissioners met on August 19th to review the 2040 plan and were supposed to vote to accept it. Phil Chang shared that he had read my email prior to receiving notice that he should not. The first point of order brought up by Chang was how can legal or anyone tell commissioners that they can't read emails or have conversations with the public, despite that a record is closed. WTF? Legal did agree that the public should have the ability to state their opinions and concerns but cautioned the commissioners about taking this information into consideration when records are closed. I am shocked and in disbelief. Please take the time and go to the county’s website and watch the video of the meeting on August 19th. (It's towards the end of the video.) The meeting continued with [Tony] DeBone verbally attacking Chang about his decision

to vote no to accept the 2040 plan and it should be noted that he had presented input on this document numerous times which was rejected. This is exactly why in November we need to vote to have two additional bodies on this Commission...it seems that the majority of times it is two against one with decisions that are made. This is not good for the county and totally unacceptable for a commissioner to attack another commissioner in public. Please attend the next meeting of the county commissioners on September 11th when they will once again take this subject up. Please make yourself visible.

—Mary Fleischmann

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Thanks for the letter, Mary. Letter of the week!

—Nicole

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New Changes Along U.S. 97

A U.S. 97 Business connector road opened on Aug. 22, offering a new route to the shopping areas along the highway on Bend's north side. The section of road directly connects 3rd Street, just north of the Empire intersection to Business 97.

U.S. 97 and U.S. 20 are primary routes that help get people through town. As Central Oregon’s population has grown over the last decade, it has increased traffic congestion and reduced safety for vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists.

The North Corridor Improvements project, which will address intersections and add ramp connections and pedestrian and bicycle facilities, aims to improve travel time reliability, reduce traffic and aid with congestion.

—Jennifer Baires

New Study Finds Rolling Stops Safe for Bicyclists

A first-of-its-kind study out of Oregon State University finds that bicyclists who treat stop signs as yield signs do not increase the danger for themselves or

cars. That’s good news for many in Oregon and Washington, states that have among the highest percentages of bicycle commuters in the country. So-called "rolling stops" have been allowed in both states for the past several years.

OSU College of Engineering researchers put 60 participants through “live interaction” simulations, pairing a driver and a bike rider in linked simulators and seeing how each reacted when the cyclist approached a four-way stop as a yield instead.

“The focus of previous research has been crash-data analysis and why riders are motivated to do a rolling stop even when it’s illegal in their state,”

David Hurwitz, an engineering professor at OSU and one of the study’s authors wrote in a press release. “No one has looked at how well bicycle rolling-stop laws work, or what happens when you educate people about them. Our networked simulator study design let us evaluate driver and rider behavior and their understanding of the law.”

—Julianna LaFollette

A Push to Solarize Deschutes County A community-driven campaign offers discounts and incentives for Deschutes County households to switch to solar

By Julianna LaFollette

A18,000

— The number of wildland firefighters working on fires throughout the country as of Aug. 26. Crews come from all over the world to help battle blazes during the fire season in the U.S. — and this one set yet more records for acres burned and other factors. From the Feature, “At Fire Basecamp.”

“I feel like, in my core, it’s very important work, to work with growing really healthy, sustainably grown food for a local area. I feel like that's the answer to a lot of problems: small, localized farms throughout the country, throughout the world.”

—Musician

Gregory Alan Isakov, from this week’s Sound story, “From Farm to

Stage: A Q/A with Gregory Alan Isakov”

new campaign making it easier and cheaper for Deschutes County residents to install solar in their homes started in August. The campaign, “Solarize Deschutes,” will offer savings on solar projects, as well as informational workshops and other incentives to help people make the switch to renewable energy.

The project was driven by local interest, according to Betsy Kauffman, manager of renewable energy at Energy Trust of Oregon. Local agencies such as the Environmental Center, Energized Bend, Envision Bend and the City of Bend partnered with Energy Trust and Solar Oregon to spread awareness about the effort.

The idea, Kauffman said, is to generate enthusiasm and excitement for solar while making it easy and affordable to install solar at home.

“It creates a lot of awareness of solar, and it brings a lot of installations, which is really important for greening the grid and giving people the opportunity to participate in clean energy,” Kauffman told the Source Weekly.

The campaign will allow households a way to reduce their home’s carbon footprint and save on electricity bills, while also addressing state goals.

The state of Oregon hopes to reach a goal of generating 100% renewable energy by 2040. Incentive programs, aimed at promoting the use of the increasingly popular energy alternative, one way the state intends to get there. For the last several years, solar has been the fastest-growing renewable energy resource across the country.

With this local campaign, pre-qualified contractors will visit interested households and help determine the

best spot for solar, the type of system that may work best and offer a customer analysis and bid.

The average homeowner would pay about $30,000 for a solar panel system that covers their electricity needs. Pacific Power customers who participate in the campaign also receive an extra cash incentive from Energy Trust.

With the cash incentive, the discount from the campaign and federal tax credit, which in itself can save customers about $9,000, households can save about 40% on the cost of an average size solar installation. For income-qualified customers, the incentives can be even higher, saving 70% or more.

Free virtual, in-person and Spanish education workshops, another part of this campaign, offer information on installing solar and pricing. People can also learn about community solar options, which allow households to contribute to renewable energy efforts and receive benefits if they don’t have direct or easy access to solar.

The amount of sunlight a particular location gets, and the amount a household gets, can determine whether solar is a good fit. According to Sunlight Solar Energy, Bend gets an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. However, the amount of sun that a specific roof receives can vary by the angle, shade and direction.

The campaign, which will run until Oct. 31, allows any homeowner with a Deschutes County address to participate. For households to receive the discounts and incentives, the solar installation must be completed by June 30, 2025.

The Environmental Center in Bend, which is partnering with Solarize Deschutes, ran its own campaign in 2012 which resulted in 33 projects.

Julianna LaFollette

Bend to Update Vehicle Sheltering Rules

Proposed rule changes would restrict vehicle camping near residential dwellings

By Julianna LaFollette

The City of Bend is looking to update its rules on sheltering in vehicles, recommending changes that could create some heightened restrictions.

At an Aug. 21 meeting, city councilors discussed a number of recommended rule changes aimed at more clearly enforcing issues with people congregating in areas around the city. The current rules for sheltering in vehicles are tied to the City’s parking code, which creates some confusion due to inconsistencies between vehicle camping and tent camping.

Like the parking code, people sheltering in vehicles are currently required to move every three business days. Additionally, vehicle camping is prohibited within 500 feet of shelters, is allowed in residential areas and does not have density limits on city streets.

The proposed code updates would more clearly align vehicle camping with tent camping restrictions. Like tent camping, the recommended changes would require vehicles to move a defined distance after 24 hours, prohibit camping near residential uses and shelters and add a density limit of no more than three vehicle camps per block.

These rules, according to city staff members, would provide more clear time and place rules, restricting camping within a certain distance of residential dwellings.

Currently, if there’s a violation, community service or police officers typically issue a warning, giving an individual time to move or become compliant, according to David Abbas, the City of Bend transportation director.

While the current code allows for removal if a vehicle is violating time, place and manner regulations, Deputy Chief of Police Paul Kanksy noted that they will not tow vehicles if someone is in it.

With more clear definitions and rules, parking issues would fall under police department responsibilities, while camping issues would be addressed by the City’s health and safety team, which would attempt to help people comply with the time, place and manner rules.

“I know there are mixed feelings on it, but we’re just looking for something that’s clearer and more consistent and ultimately helps provide some guidance and resources for everybody; for those enforcing it and for those that are in the situation as well as the community members

living in their vehicle or their camper,” Kanksy told the Source Weekly.

The City will look at the proposed ordinances again at a Sept. 18 meeting.

As time and place rules could become more restrictive, a highly utilized shelter type within Deschutes County, offering a safe and secure spot for people to park, could become more in-demand than ever.

Safe parking programs allow individuals a secure parking spot to live in their vehicles with access to services and case management. These programs, however, are limited and have long wait lists, giving individuals living in vehicles few options.

According to City staff members, safe parking programs are one of the most utilized and sought-after local sheltering services. This is the case for a number of reasons, according to Stacey Witte, the executive director of Reach, a local nonprofit.

In addition to being a safe place for people to park, individuals are often required to give up their vehicles to stay in most local shelters, due to an inability to park them at those locations.

“That’s really hard for folks to give up their trailer or RV because, if they become unhoused again, they have now given up their home,” said Witte.

On top of offering mobile outreach, case management and other supportive housing assistance, Reach offers safe parking at three locations in Bend, with 11 spots, and is working on adding more.

To create more spots, churches or businesses willing to take part in the safe parking program can apply for a permit that allows them to offer six parking spots. Thus far, not many have stepped up.

“Churches and congregations in our community that offer programs

POWDR To Sell Mt. Bachelor, Among Other Resorts

POWDR announced on Aug. 22 that it will list several of its ski resorts for sale

By Julianna LaFollette

POWDR Corporation, the current owners of Mt. Bachelor and several other ski resorts across the country, announced its intent to sell four of its resorts in the coming weeks. The company signed an agreement to sell Killington Ski Resort in Vermont and announced its intent to sell additional ski areas including Mt. Bachelor, Eldora Mountain in Colorado and SilverStar Mountain Resort in British Columbia.

like this actually help to eliminate the number of vehicles parked in front of business and residences,” said Witte.

A larger safe parking operation in Redmond, through Mountain View Community Development, has seven locations with 28 parking spaces, serving between 40 and 55 people at any given time.

Rick Russell, the executive director of Mountain View, sees safe parking as a necessary resource on the continuum of shelter and housing options, but notes that it’s underdeveloped, especially in Bend. One of Russell’s goals is to go from the current number of 28 in Bend to 40 parking spaces by the end of this year.

“Bend easily could use 50 parking spaces,” he said. “I think that the City of Bend could invest a lot more in expanding safe parking availability and is more likely to find 10 places where you could put a few people in vehicles, versus one place where you could put a lot of people in vehicles or tents.”

The creation and enforcement of time, place and manner restrictions, Russell said, has sparked an even greater need for more safe parking spaces. While he sees the benefits of these regulations, the unintended consequences include moving homelessness to other areas, pushing people out of town and to the perimeter of Bend and Redmond.

“We should be multiplying and scaling up safe parking around the region,” said Russell. “Part of the problem we have is that we all know that you can’t solve homelessness by just moving it around to different locations… It is absolutely about getting folks stabilized, working with a case manager, setting goals and moving the, toward stable housing.”

“We do not expect any changes to products, roles and operations at Mt. Bachelor for the 24/25 winter season, and we will continue to operate ‘business as usual’ as we work to open the resort for skiing and riding on Nov. 29, 2024,” said Lauren Burke, director of marketing and communications for Mt. Bachelor, in a press release.

POWDR originally purchased Mt. Bachelor ski area in 2001. The Utah-based company is selling these ski resorts as it looks ahead at new ventures.

“To strategically manage POWDR’s portfolio in alignment with our founder’s and stakeholders’ goals, we aim to balance our ski business with new ventures in the National Parks sector and Woodward,” Stacey Hutchinson, the vice president of communications and government affairs for POWDR, wrote in an email.

JP Morgan Chase will lead the selling process; however, POWDR does not have a buyer yet for Mt. Bachelor. The time it will take for the sale depends on how quickly POWDR finds the right buyer, and how long negotiations take, said Hutchinson. Mt. Bachelor’s agreement with Ikon, which offers a pass allowing access to various mountains in the world including Mt. Bachelor, will stay for at least the coming season.

According to an article from the Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast, published on Thursday morning, POWDR will sell its Killington and Pico ski areas in Vermont to a small group of local investors. POWDR will retain a minority ownership stake in the two mountains, the article stated. The new owners, Phill Gross and Michael Ferri, are longtime Killington homeowners and pass holders. Gross is the managing director of a money-management firm and has served on the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association board, the article stated. POWDR has owned the Vermont resorts since 2007.

“Until the sales of these four resorts (including Killington) are finalized, we will remain dedicated to our current operations at those ski resorts, plus Copper and Snowbird which we are retaining, Woodward camps and mountain centers, and our two National Park concessions contracts. In addition, we are dedicated to a seamless transition at all four resorts,” said Hutchinson.

Courtesy Mountain View Community Development

POWDR venderá Mt. Bachelor, entre otros centros turísticos

Por Julianna LaFollette Traducido por Jéssica Sánchez-Millar

La empresa POWDR, propietario actual de Mt. Bachelor y otros centros para esquiar en todo el país, anunció su intención de vender cuatro de sus centros turísticos en las próximas semanas. La compañía firmó un acuerdo para vender Killington Ski Resort en Vermont y anunció la intención de vender otras áreas para esquiar, incluidas Mt. Bachelor, Eldora Mountain en Colorado y SilverStar Mountain Resort en British Columbia

“Para la temporada de invierno 24/25, no esperamos ningún cambio en el producto, puestos y operaciones en Mt. Bachelor y continuaremos operando “como de costumbre” mientras trabajamos para abrir el centro turístico el 29 de noviembre 2024 para esquiar y snowboard”, comentó en un comunicado de prensa Lauren Burke, directora de mercadeo y comunicaciones de Mt. Bachelor. POWDR compró inicialmente la zona para esquiar de Mt. Bachelor en 2001. La compañía con sede en Utah está vendiendo estos centros turísticos para esquiar ya que piensa en futuros proyectos.

JP Morgan Chase se encargará del proceso de venta, sin embargo, POWDR todavía no tiene un comprador para Mt. Bachelor. El tiempo que tome la venta depende de la rapidez con la que POWDR encuentre al comprador adecuado y de la duración de las negociaciones, dijo Hutchinson. El acuerdo de Mt. Bachelor con Ikon, que ofrece un pase que permite el acceso a varias montañas del mundo, incluida Mt. Bachelor, permanecerá al menos durante la siguiente temporada.

Según un artículo de Storm Skiing Journal y Podcast, POWDR venderá las áreas para esquiar de Killington y Pico en Vermont a un grupo pequeño de inversionistas locales. POWDR retendrá una titularidad minoritaria en las dos montañas, declaró el artículo. Los nuevos dueños, Phil Gross y Michael Ferri, son propietarios de viviendas y portadores de pases en Killington desde hace mucho tiempo. Gross es el director de gerencia de una empresa para el manejo de dinero y ha formado parte de la mesa directiva en la Asociación de Esquí y Snowboard de los Estados Unidos según el artículo. POWDR

es propietario de los centros turísticos de Vermont desde 2007.

“Hasta que finalicen las ventas de estos cuatro centros turísticos (incluido Killington), continuaremos con nuestras operaciones actuales en esos centros turísticos para esquiar, además que seguiremos teniendo Copper y

Snowbird, los campamentos y centros de montaña de Woodward y nuestros dos contratos de concesión de Parques Nacionales. Además, nos comprometemos a llevar a cabo una transición impecable en los cuatros centros turísticos,” afirmó Hutchinson.

La energía solar es ahora más accesible para los residentes del condado de Deschutes. ¡Pero sólo por tiempo limitado!

Solarizando Deschutes es una campaña de tiempo limitado que ofrece descuentos especiales, acceso a contratistas y talleres de educación sobre la energía solar exclusivamente para los residentes del condado de Deschutes. Su objetivo es amplificar el acceso a la energía solar por medio de descuentos e incentivos para las personas que instalen paneles solares antes del 30 de junio del 2025.

La instalación de paneles solares ayuda a reducir los costos mensuales de electricidad para las familias al generar energía renovable que ayuda a crear un futuro más limpio. Si ya tiene paneles solares en su hogar, esta es una gran oportunidad para solicitar una cotización para instalar una batería de almacenamiento.

Solarizando es producto de la colaboración entre Energy Trust of Oregon, la organización que ayuda a los residentes de Oregón a reducir su consumo de energía; la ciudad de Bend, The Environmental Center, Energize Bend, Envision Bend y Solar Oregon.

Con el descuento de Solarizando Deschutes, los incentivos de Energy Trust y los créditos fiscales, un propietario de una vivienda con servicio de Pacific Power podría ahorrar cerca del 40% en la instalación promedio de paneles solares. Los propietarios que califiquen según sus ingresos podrían ahorrar hasta 70% o más. No obstante, los ahorros actuales pueden variar dependiendo de su situación, como el tamaño de su hogar, sus necesidades de energía y su compañía de electricidad.

Stop by your local Central Oregon branch to enter or visit onpointcu.com/bend-concerts for more information.

Solarizando Deschutes organizará un taller presencial GRATIS completamente en español y con expertos presentes para responder cualquier duda el lunes 23 de septiembre a las 6 p.m. en SCP Hotel Redmond (521 Southwest 6th Street, Ste. #100 Redmond, OR 97756).

Para registrarse y recibir más información, visite:

Los propietarios de viviendas interesados en los descuentos ofrecidos por Solarizando Deschutes tendrán hasta el 31 de octubre para solicitar una cotización.

Julianna LaFollette

In a Land Birthed By Fire

The final installment of our three-part series exploring how Central Oregon can safely live with fire.

AHow highly-trained volunteer units run command centers in the wilderness to combat the country’s largest wildfires

By Jennifer Baires

lightning storm on July 22 lit up the sky over Ochoco National Forest about 5 miles north of Paulina, Oregon. The resulting strikes set off a fire that would eventually grow to nearly 87,000 acres, necessitate nearby evacuations and require the attention of hundreds of the nation’s most skilled wildland firefighters and command teams. Exactly one month after the blaze was first reported, the fire was contained enough to be turned back to local control, and the people who helped fight it were dispatched to another inferno. Another makeshift campsite on a fire line. Another emergency requiring intense focus and energy.

This is the reality of fire season in the West. Each year we set new records. Fires are more frequent, more intense and burn through more acreage than in decades past. Fighting these complex blazes requires round-the-clock attention and monitoring from hundreds of specially trained and outfitted wildland firefighters, along with a strong logistics and leadership crew.

Around the country there are 44 Complex Incident Command Teams, each with 50-90 workers, that are tasked with responding to the largest, most worrisome fires and coordinating the effort to combat them. The people on the teams come from different backgrounds; many are employed with the U.S. Forest Service in some capacity. During fire season all must be ready to deploy within hours anywhere in the country. And they’re all volunteers. This is the first year for these types of command teams. Before, there were two levels of teams to handle the more complex

fires and largest disasters, but finding enough skilled volunteers to staff those teams was difficult, according to a Forest Service spokesman, so the agency decided to reorganize them into one type that can handle the most complex responses. But, in total there are fewer teams, meaning that when resources are stretched and fires are at their peak, requests for CIMTs may go unfilled.

The Crazy Creek Fire, what the July 22 lightning start near Paulina would later be named, was in some ways a well-timed conflagration. Fire activity being what it is in Oregon during this record-breaking year, crews were nearby and ready to respond. A top-tier incident command team was available to be assigned to the fire. The team that came after them was also staffed up and ready for the mission. Within a matter of days, these teams can erect a self-contained fire base camp that functions like its own small city, in the middle of the wilderness. These basecamps are crucial to firefighters’ safety, comfort and success — taking care of everything from food to laundry, to medical services and coordinating air and ground attacks on major conflagrations.

It's hard to overstate the threat that wildfires pose to the West. The Park Fire burning in California started two days after Crazy Creek and by press time has eaten through 429,603 acres, making it the fourth-largest wildfire in the state’s history. To date it is 82% contained. In Oregon, over 1.5 million acres have burned statewide this year. The state total, just partway through fire season, surpasses the 10-year average of 1.2 million acres for Oregon and Washington

combined. These trends aren’t new.

“Drought and persistent heat set the stage for extraordinary wildfire seasons from 2020 to 2022 across many western states, with all three years far surpassing the average of 1.2 million acres burned since 2016,” the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration states on its Wildfire Climate Connection webpage. “Extreme fire behavior during this period shocked many wildfire managers, as several huge blazes burned for months, others incinerated entire communities, and still others erupted during nighttime wind events, when firefighters could normally count on working the fire line.”

And as this threat grows in scale and complexity, so too does the challenge of employing a workforce capable of meeting the task.

At Camp

A few weeks into the Crazy Creek Fire, I visited base camp to meet with incident command leaders and get a feel for the camps where thousands of firefighters around the country spend their summers jumping from fire to fire in two-week intervals.

The camp was 5 miles from one edge of the fire, in an area so remote that the Oregon Star Party hosts its week-long stargazing expedition there. The drive from Prineville, the nearest city, is about an hour. If it weren’t for these camps, I’m told the hundreds of firefighters and support personnel assigned to the fire would have to stay in Prineville and commute to the fire line each day, or spend weeks at far-flung campsites

“The beauty of this is we can hit the ground and just take off.” —Doug Winn

where they’d have to pack their belongings in and out.

Instead, firefighters set up tents in the grass and clearings around the outside of the main camp area. Most are in small, single-person tents. Some sleep in their cars. The real benefit of the base camp is in the logistics area. Entering the main artery of camp, large beige yurts are spread out every few yards in makeshift corridors. Next to each, a portable Starlink kit ensures that the operation teams within can communicate effectively with the outside world, sending daily reports and receiving critical weather and potential fire behavior information. Inside the yurts it’s surprisingly clean and comfortable, thanks to large air conditioning units, overhead lighting and durable flooring. Desks are arranged throughout with computers and monitors. The walls are covered with large, full-color printouts of the fire. These large-scale maps are printed daily in a big blue school bus converted into a mobile print shop, which also handles hundreds of pages of documents daily for morning and evening briefings.

On this day, the wind is blowing smoke away from basecamp and the air is clear. It’s still a few hours before dinner, so camp is relatively quiet as firefighters are out on the line. In the operations tent I meet Doug Winn, the logistics section

Firefighters' sleeping quarters on the outskirts of Crazy Creek Fire Basecamp in August.

Photos by Jennifer Baires

meeting.

“When we show up sometimes and all we do is fight fire the whole time and then we leave and the fire is still raging... yeah, that’s not so much fun.”

—John Goss

chief for the California 1 CIMT. His job is to support firefighting efforts by supplying everything from food and water to showers and work clothes. No detail is too small. On any day his crew may be driving out thousands of feet of hose to firefighters on the front lines, coordinating packed lunches for hundreds and getting services and food out to workers at spike camps – smaller scale camps set up along the fire’s perimeter that are too far from the main camp for daily commuting.

“I have a food unit leader, I have a facilities unit leader, I have a medical leader, a communications leader, a supply leader, a ground support leader — all of those positions, and then they have people who work under them,” Winn says. When the team is deployed, they all go together throughout the year. “The beauty of this is we can hit the ground and just take off.”

That level of coordination also allows them to seamlessly hand over operations to the next incident command team or to pack up and clear out quickly if needed, as Winn had to do when the wind shifted at a fire one year, cloaking camp in thick smoke for days on end. In the last decade, the impact of smoke exposure to wildland firefighters is drawing more focus with recent studies finding that there are short-term impacts (decreased lung capacity) and long-term ones, like an elevated risk of lung cancer and cardiovascular disease.

On the other side of the camp from Winn’s yurt is a mobile unit that looks like an extra-long travel trailer equipped with trained medics and nurses to help assess injuries and provide care to

anyone injured while at camp or on the fire line. Med Transport Inc., like every other company at the fire, is contracted through the Forest Service to assist. During the course of the fire, the team there acted as an urgent care — supplying oxygen to firefighters in need, provided over-the-counter medication to those in need and helping to stabilize a firefighter ahead of emergency helicopter transport to a nearby hospital.

In addition to caring for the people fighting the fire, incident command teams are in charge of caring for the land they’re protecting. John Goss, the commander for California 1 CIMT, compares it to being in someone else’s home.

“We do our very best to be good guests,” he says. As commander, Goss works with the landowners the fire is impacting, in this case the Forest Service and U.S. Bureau of Land Management, to ensure that the team is doing what it can to protect natural and cultural resources. In some cases, this means spraying the bottom of vehicles before they go out into the forest to mitigate spread of noxious weeds or wrapping buildings or historic trees in protectant material to try to preserve them if the fire spreads. Checking in with those stakeholders happens frequently and requires care and consistency — at least for the 14 days he is in charge.

“Once we get here and we get that letter of expectations, we are delegated the responsibility of putting that fire out, and the cleanup that ensues after the fire is out,” he said. But with these larger blazes, the work of putting the fire out could take much longer and require multiple teams to rotate through, a fact

that is hard for Goss at times.

“It’s always nice to finish something,” Goss said. “When we show up sometimes and all we do is fight fire the whole time and then we leave and the fire is still raging…yeah, that’s not so much fun.”

End of the day

Just before 6 p.m. the men (84% of wildland firefighters identify as men, according to the U.S. Government of Accountability Office) trickle into camp, filling the showers and bathrooms before heading to a large pop-up tent festooned with twinkle lights and large flatscreen televisions. A food truck out front of the temporary dining hall serves giant plates of hot food: mashed potatoes, pinto beans, pulled pork, rolls and more. Experts estimate that wildland firefighters need around 5,000 calories to sustain themselves after a long day in the field. The average workday for a wildland firefighter on a fire is 14 hours.

One crew I spoke with during dinner was a three-person team out of Eager, Arizona. The men are part of Valkyrie Fire LLC, a small contract company run by Charles Reese. Reese is a longtime wildland firefighter who said he took a break from fighting fires last year to care for his father, but assembled a crew this year to get back out, in part because he missed it. Having worked at all levels of fires, he said this camp was like a hotel compared to others. There were times where he worked 16-hour days and ate military-grade MREs for every meal.

“Fire gets in your blood,” he said. The adrenaline of working a fire combined

with the camaraderie and brotherhood of camp draws him back. Addressing the youngest on his crew, Reese tells him not to get too used to the amenities at Crazy Creek. “You’re getting spoiled,” he says with a laugh.

Reese’s three-man team is assigned to a larger team at the fire, led by an Australian firefighter who came over with four others from western Australia to help on Crazy Creek. They will be here for a month on fires. In addition to the international firefighters, there were three firefighters from the Virgin Islands and crews from a dozen states. At its peak in mid-August, the fire had 721 people assigned to it. Within a week of my visit, the temporary camp city was packed up and California 1 CIMT members headed home for hopefully a couple of days of rest before their next assignment.

As of Aug. 26, there were 56 large active wildfires being managed nationally, and around 18,000 wildland firefighters and support personnel working to fully suppress them. Over 5.5 million acres have burned so far this year. In Oregon, it’s already been a historic fire season for acreage burned and in the Pacific Northwest the fire season usually peaks in August – no doubt more of these temporary camp-cities will be popping up throughout the region in the weeks to come.

—This story is powered by the Lay It Out Foundation, the nonprofit with a mission of promoting deep reporting and investigative journalism in Central Oregon. Learn more and be part of this important work by visiting layitoutfoundation.org.

Ed Hatherley, Division Supervisor with crew bosses during a break-out

Hot meals are served daily for firefighters and personnel on the Crazy Creek Fire.

The Med Transport Inc., trailer provides over-the-counter medication and as-needed care to Crazy Creek Fire personnel.

Courtesy of Forest Service

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CAMPFIRE MIDWEEK MARKET

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Enjoy a pool party by day, camp vibes by night at the Campfire Hotel. Head to the Campfire Midweek Market for live music from Fractal and The Corn Dog Co., drinks, food, art from various vendors and more! Wed., Aug. 28, 5-8pm at Campfire Hotel. 721 Northeast 3rd St., Bend. Free. THURSDAY

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Tease your brain and win cool prizes at Bend Wine Bar’s trivia night. Gather your friends for an evening of fabulous wines, snacks and fun! A happy hour menu will be available during game time. Occurs every second and last Thursday of the month. Thu., Aug. 29, 6-9pm at The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room. 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Free.

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Nate Smith, the fastest-rising country star from Paradise, California, brings his World on Fire Tour to Subaru of Bend’s Summer Kickin’ Concert Series. Jam out to his viral, chart-topping hits, “Wildfire,” and “Whiskey on You,” at Redmond’s beloved watering hole. Fri., Aug. 30, 4-10pm at General Duffy’s Waterhole. 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. $40-$120.

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SUNSET YOGA AT LOOKOUT LODGES

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Do Yoga Outside is collaborating with the stunning Look out Lodge to host an exclusive sunset yoga experience. The Lodge will open at 6pm, a sunset restorative yoga class will take place from 7-8pm and from 8-9:30pm, enjoy the sunset, 360-degree panoramic views, light refreshments and community! Fri., Aug. 30, 6-9:30pm at Lookout Lodge. 63223 Lookout Rd., Bend. $45.

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A NIGHT OF SULTRY DANCE PERFORMANCES

Model Citizens, a professional dance group, presents an electrifying night of dance performance in an urban landscape, blending raw athleticism with sultry elegance. The stage is set with scaffolding, poles, ladders and enticing lightning. The show will elevate your sense with a fusion of chair, hip-hop and contemporary dance styles. Fri., Aug. 30, 7:30-9pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $25-$200.

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The Hot Pipes Moto Show showcases Central Oregon’s finest in custom and vintage motorcycles. The event features art from premier artists, vendor booths with pin-striping denim, jewelry, food, beers from Boneyard Beer. Stick around for live music by Portland punk band The Shiftiest. Sat., Aug. 31, 2-10pm at Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $20.

TRAIN AND REO SPEEDWAGON

TIMELESS ROCK CLASSICS

Iconic hitmakers Train and REO Speedwagon join forces for a stellar co-headlining tour this summer. The concert brings together Train’s critically acclaimed catalog of global hits with REO Speedwagon’s vast collection of timeless classics for an unforgettable night of music, high energy and fun that transcends generations. Sun., Sept. 1, 6pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend. $36$150.

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From Farm to Stage: A Q/A with Gregory Alan Isakov

The Colorado-based singer/songwriter discusses recording in his barn and solving the world’s problems with farming before he shares the stage with Ray LaMontagne

By Chris Young

The Appaloosa horse is known for its leopard complex spotting, a beautiful pointillistic coat that ranges from Dalmatian to two-tone ombrés. This majestic, impressionistic exterior covers the equine’s solid, sturdy structure.

“There are all these tools made out of the bones from that horse because they have really strong bones,” Gregory Alan Isakov tells. “I always loved that idea.”

Released a year ago, “Appaloosa Bones” was Isakov’s first new album in almost five years. “When I set out to make that record, I wanted to make a super simple bedroom record,” he says.

During the past two decades, Isakov has self-released seven studio records and grown his sound of soft but rich, introspective, lyric-driven folk, crafted over time. Always independent, he’s forged his own path by creating his own label and management company, Suitcase Town Music, while collaborating with friends like Nathaniel Rateliff and Leif Vollebekk. Since the release of “Appaloosa Bones,” Isakov has been featured on songs with Shovels & Rope, Jeremiah Fraites of The Lumineers and Noah Kahan.

Next, he’ll join soulful powerhouse Ray LaMontagne and Nashville folk singer Erin Rae at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Answers have been edited for brevity and clarity.

Source Weekly: How did “Appaloosa Bones” get its title?

Gregory Alan Isakov: The band and I started, years and years and years ago, we had this gig in Denver at a place called the Appaloosa Grill. It was kind of a rent gig, you know, we would play three hours, we’d do it a couple times a month. We didn’t have enough material to get through three sets, but the first set was just my songs, and then we’d do some covers. And by the third set, there’s enough turnaround now, we can do the first set again! [Laughs] I always thought about that place because it was so formative to me. This record has that kind of curiosity about songs that I had when I was just first starting. I talk about this a lot with my other songwriting friends: I don’t think I’m getting better at this. It’s just every time you start, it’s a blank page and you have to start from scratch. It’s not just like an evolutionary thing where you're like, “I’ve planted a million beds of lettuce, I know how to do this.” Every song is completely brand new. So, I was thinking about that a lot.

SW: You played most of the instruments yourself on “Appaloosa Bones” and recorded it in a barn on your farm.

GIA: Yeah, that’s where I record everything now. The last three records were made here. A lot of it, honestly, is just because I work so much alone.

SW: Do you have a permanent studio space set up there?

GAI: Yeah, it’s like the end of a barn connected to where — we run a farm here, too — where we wash and pack all of our crops for CSAs. There’s a wall between that area and our rehearsal and recording space. There’s a dedicated space where mics are set up all the time.

SW: That gives you the opportunity to pop in there whenever inspiration strikes.

GAI: Whenever I have time. Or on a rainy day or in

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the winter a lot. I've never been super into gear and so I don't have to think about it. Everything is just wired up and ready to go.

SW: What instruments did you end up playing on this record?

GAI: Oh, my gosh, drums, keys, guitar, banjo. You know, the only thing I don’t think I played on it is strings. My neighbor Rachel Sliker, she lives across the street, she plays viola. And then my string player Jeb [Bows] and John [Paul Grigsby] would come and flesh out the rest of the string parts. John, our bassist, played on a bunch of it, and I played some bass. It was just a very unscheduled and disorganized process, which is how it normally goes with me. I’ve always hated studios because everything has to be so fleshed out, and you're paying for the space for an hour to a day. That never fit with my workflow. I've always written so much in the studio. I would be so broke if I went to a regular studio. [Laughs.]

SW: I heard you recorded 35 songs with your engineer, Andrew Berlin, during these sessions. And you said this “is a pretty normal amount for me” before whittling it down. What happens with all these unreleased songs?

GAI: Sometimes my manager asks me, “Are you gonna release all that stuff?” And I’m like, “Well, there's a reason they didn't make it on the record.” At the last day when I was like, “What feels good to play next?” when I’m playlisting the record, and for some reason, they never came up. There's a reason that they didn't, and so I don't throw them out, but I just let them sit for a little bit longer. Sometimes some of them needed one more life experience to be done. Some of them are still in that process. And actually, two from

“Appaloosa Bones” were songs that didn't make it on "Evening Machines" or "The Weatherman" for some reason or another, and then they got a new perspective or reworked a little bit. I was like, “OK, I'm glad I didn't rush this one because now I feel like it's done.”

SW: Tell me about your other job: farming at Starling Farm.

GAI: I'm outside of Boulder. I did a lot of horticulture school throughout college. I started my own farm about 10 years ago, and I started out doing tea production for a company in New Mexico and I was growing a lot of mixed greens for chefs. Now, we do over 100 CSA members and four restaurants. It's a crew of four that live here, including myself, and it’s a profit-share farm that we run.

[Farming] is something that I don't think I'll ever master. I've been doing it for so long, and it's so challenging and so fulfilling. I feel like, in my core, it’s very important work, to work with growing really healthy, sustainably grown food for a local area. I feel like that's the answer to a lot of problems: small, localized farms throughout the country, throughout the world.

Ray LaMontagne & Gregory Alan Isakov

With special guest Erin Rae Sun., Sept. 8

Hayden Homes Amphitheater

344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend Doors 4:30pm; show 6pm; all ages $54 to $179.50 Bendconcerts.com

Gregory Alan Isakov and Ray LaMontagne will co-headline Hayden Homes Amphitheater on Sunday, Sept. 8.

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28 Wednesday

Bevel Craft Brewing Live Music: Larkspur Stand Join us for a free live show at Bevel Craft Brewing! This week we’ll have Larkspur Stand. They’ll be bringing an energized, grassy feel of Americana, folk and country blues to our patio! (Live Music every Wednesday through Sep.) 6-8pm. Free.

The Yard at Bunk + Brew Jongleur Gems

Join Bunk + Brew for an evening of Jongleur Gems in the round featuring Doc Ryan and Kim Kelley and Kat Hilst. Each artist (stage spot) plays a song and then passes to the other artist (stage spot). Artists can jam/collaborate together performing both originals and covers. Food and beverage carts are on-site and minors are allowed. 7pm. Free.

Campfire Hotel Campfire Midweek Market feat. Fractal Monthly live music and vendors at the Campfire Hotel. Every last Wednesday through September from 5-8pm. Music, beer, food, art, and so much more! Wed., Aug. 28 with Fractal and The Corn Dog Co. 5-8pm. Free.

The Cellar-A Porter Brewing Company Wednesday Jam Sessions Drink some fine cask or imported beers and try some amazing British pies while listening to some local musicians jam out. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy Open Mic Sign-up 7:30pm. If you’ve ever wanted to try stand-up comedy, this is where you start! 8-10pm. Free.

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Alex Winters Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music every Wednesday. 6-8pm. Free.

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Head Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Head Games multi-media trivia is at Deschutes Bend Public House every Wednesday. Win prizes. Teams up to six. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Downtown Bend Library All Ages Game Night with Modern Games Learn some new board games and eat snacks with your friends from Modern Games! We will bring a selection of our favorites and staff ready to teach you how to dive into your next favorite game. This program is for all ages! All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. 6-7:30pm. Free.

General Duffy’s Waterhole Wednesday Night Open Mic Join Central Oregon School of Modern Music and General Duffy’s for the Wednesday night Open Mic! Play 3 songs. Groups of up to 3. Sign-up begins at 5:30. Food trucks, 25+ taps, drink specials! 6-9pm. Free.

JC’s Bar & Grill TRIVIA + Wing Wednesday! $.75 cent wing special all day and trivia kicking off at 7:30pm. Don’t forget the infamous “physical” challenge as one of the categories (think musical chairs, limbo, paper airplane throwing etc)! Get a free appetizer by winning that round and happy hour pricing all week for the winning team. 7:30-9:30pm. Free.

Juniper Preserve Music on the Patio at Juniper Preserve Join Juniper Reserve for “Music on the Patio,” a summer series of live music performances happening every Wednesday evening at the Trailhead Grill at Juniper Preserve. 6-8pm. Free.

M&J Tavern Open Mic Night Downtown living room welcomes musicians to bring their acoustic set or turn it up to eleven with the whole band. Bring your own instruments. Goes to last call or last musician, whichever comes first. 21+. 6:30pm. Free.

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Northside Bar & Grill Mellow Wednesday

Acoustic Open Mic and Jam hosted by Derek Michael Marc Sign-up sheet is available at 6:30pm. 7-9pm. Free.

Oblivion Pour House Last Call Trivia Wednesday Last Call Trivia Wednesdays, bring your smartest friends and win free food and drink. 6:30-8:30pm.

Prost! Bend Trivia Prost! UKB Trivia is now at Prost! Bend on Wednesdays at 7pm! Genuine UKB Trivia is no average trivia night! Meet up with friends, win gift card prizes for top teams! Enjoy Prost’s authentic beer and food menu. Trivia is free to play, with no buy-ins! 7-9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Superball @ Silver Moon for MVHS Water Polo Fundraiser Superball will rock a fundraiser for the Mountain View HS water polo teams. 6:30pm. $20.

Silver Moon Brewing Object Heavy Hard hitting soul and funk with color red artists Object Heavy performs at Silver Moon Brewing. 7-10pm. $12.

The Vault Taphouse at Kobold Brewing Trivia Night Trivia Night at The Vault! Come test your knowledge and drink top notch local beer! 6:30-8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Arkansauce Volcanic Theatre Pub presents Arkansauce. Doors open at 8pm and show starts at 9pm. Presale - $15 day of - $25. 9pm.

29 Thursday

The Ballybogs and Friends Grab a pint, relax and enjoy live music by an amazing group of artists that brings the best Irish trad music in Central Oregon. Every Thursday at The Cellar. 6-8pm. Free.

Austin Mercantile Live Music Every Thursday Join at Austin Mercantile for live music every Thursday. Offering a light happy hour menu — daily flatbread, chili, charcuterie, soft pretzels and more! 4:30-6:30pm. Free.

Bend Elks Lodge #1371 Bingo Bingo at the Elk’s Lodge. Win cash prizes. 6-9pm. $23.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Thursday at Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Thursdays at 6:30pm at Bridge 99 Brewery with Useless Knowledge Bowl. It’s no ordinary trivia night, Team up to win house gift cards! Great brews, cocktails, and more. In-house menu and food truck options available! It’s free to play. Indoor and outdoor seating available. 63063 Layton Ave, Bend. 6:308:30pm. Free.

Dump City Dumplings Local Live music night Local live music showcase at Dump City every Thursday. $1 off beverages and dumplings. 5:30pm. Free.

Elements Public House Trivia Night at Elements Public House with QuizHead Games Come be all you can be with Trivia Night every Thursday from 6-8pm! Featuring QuizHead. games. Located at the north end of Redmond. Full bar and great food! 6-8pm. Free.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard: The Quons Trio! The Quons are Linda and Mark Quon hailing from Bend! This Central Oregon trio is such a compliment to Central Oregon’s music scene. Their music is acoustic, honest and deconstructed. They will be playing originals and covers sometimes haunting, sometimes playful, with beautiful vocal harmonies inspired by folk and traditional Americana. 5-8pm. $20.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater 311: Unity Tour with special guests AWOLNATION and Neon Trees An amazing tour packed with chart-topping legends. Hear the bass of AWOLNATION, rock out to indie-stars Neon Trees and learn the color of your energy with 311. 6:30pm. $49.50.

Northside Bar & Grill Now and Then Local musicians covering popular music from Now and Then at Northside Bar and Grill. 8-10pm. Free.

Pangaea Guild Hall Intro to D&D Workshop Calling all adventurers! Have you wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons but have no idea where to start? Pangaea Guild Hall presents an “Intro to D&D” workshop series hosted by yours truly, Guildmaster Chris! Learn to build and play your own D&D character. Call or email to reserve your spot! 6-9pm. $10.

Ponch’s Place Trivia Night and Doctors Rounds at Ponch’s Place Join us for Trivia with QuizHead Games and Meet the Vet with Doctor Rounds. Every Thursday, a VRCCO vet will pour beer and connect with the community. Proceeds from each beer benefit the VRCCO Care Fund, helping Central Oregon pets in need. 6-8pm. Free. River’s Place The Critical Blues Band Tribute to the giants of blues music- past and presentfrom Muddy Waters and Junior Wells to Howling Wolf, B.B. King and The Fabulous Thunderbirds. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Tradie, Not Your Ex Lover and Matti Joy Tradie is the indie-rock project of maintenance worker Hitch Bradley. Hitch has their roots in the midwest indie rock scene, playing with the people who became Liquid Mike and Charmer. 7-10pm. $10.

Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon Come down to Silver Moon Brewing for a night of trivia! Teams are welcome to show up in groups up to 8 people. Silver Moon also offers seating reservations for $20 donations that all go to F*Cancer! If you would like to reserve a table please contact the Trivia on the Moon Facebook page. 7pm. Free.

Stoller Wine Bar Bend Barringer & Baker Mark Barringer; guitar and vocals, and Bob Baker; violin, are back again at their favorite Bend hang. They bring to life creative musical arrangements of songs from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Reservations are recommended and can be made at the Stoller website. 6-8pm. Free.

The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room Trivia Night Tease your brain and win cool prizes. Happy Hour menu will be offered during game time. Grab your friends and enjoy an evening of fabulous wines, snacks and fun! Every last Thursday of the month. Arrive early, game starts at 6pm. Last Thursday of every month, 6-9pm. Free.

The Lot Live Solo Saxophone with Carson at The Lot Jazzy instrumental, jazz standards, RnB, Latin, pop, reggae and more. Full band sound from backing tracks. Performed live with saxophone. 6-8pm. Free.

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Bend Poker Room Friday Night Poker Tournament Come on in for the Friday night poker tournament! $80 entry with unlimited rebuys for the first hour and an optional add-on for $40 at the first break. Patrons pay a $10 entrance fee. No money bet in any game is collected by the Bend Poker Room. 6-11pm. $80.

Bridge 99 Brewery Karaoke Friday’s at Bridge 99 All your favorite songs with hostess, Miss Mindy! 7-9pm. Free.

Cheba Hut Sun Sets Comedy Open Mic Sun Sets is a free comedy open mic every Friday. Sign-up 7:30. Starts 8pm. Enjoy the nice summer weather and the fresh heat from these local legends. It’s a toasty good time. Hosted by Katy Ipock. 7:30-10pm. Free.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard: The Cider Janes When beautiful friendship evolves into beautiful music, you get The Cider Janes. Born from a longing to make music and human connection during the COVID19 pandemic, these three friends turned socially-distanced, pajama-wearing, cider-drinking get-togethers into harmony-filled, soul-nourishing sound sessions. Naomi LaViolette, Aliyih Bristol and Heather Schrock

the three women 6-9pm. $15.

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Alternative rock band 311 has released 13 studio albums featuring an eccentric combination of reggae, rap and funk rock styles. The band is made of group members Nick Hexum, Aaron “P-Nut” Willis, Chad Sexton, Tim Mahoney and Doug “SA” Martinez. With special guests, AWOLNATION and Neon Trees. Thu., Aug. 29, 6:30pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

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General Duffy’s Waterhole Summer Kickin’ Concerts Presents: Nate Smith Fastest-rising country star Nate Smith brings his World On Fire Tour to General Duffy’s Aug. 30, at the Subaru of Bend 2024 Summer Kickin’ Concert Series presented by Central Oregon Daily News in downtown Redmond. Tickets on-sale now! . $40-$120.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to Hardtails for a fun Friday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. Free. Hayden Homes Amphitheater Iration And Pepper With Special Guests Denm And Artikal Sound System Alternative reggae group, Iration, perform deep-rooted island music filled with elements of rock, pop and soul to create smooth, uplifting original sounds. 5:30pm. $39.50.

Big E’s Sports Bar Karaoke Night Central Oregon’s most fun karaoke venue! Karaoke is hosted by A Fine Note Karaoke Too and DJ Jackie J. Delicious food and drink and a friendly staff. Come join the show where you are the star! 8pm. Free.

Ponch’s Place Music with Hayley Lynn Enjoy Friday night music at Ponch’s Place with Hayley Lynn. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Sisters Depot Robert Lassila Quartet Bend native and jazz bassist extraordinaire Robert Lassila brings his UO quartet for his last performance before departing for the Big Apple. 6-8pm. $20.

The Patio Prineville Blackflowers Blacksun Blackflowers Blacksun brings blues music to Prineville’s newest venue, ‘The Patio. Beer tasting with Cascade Lakes Brewing. 6-9pm. Free.

31 Saturday

The Ale Apothecary Tasting Room Live music w/ Joseph Konty Join us for a night of live music with eclectic singer songwriter Joseph Konty of West Linn! Music starts at 6pm. 6-8pm. Free.

Austin Mercantile Saturday Afternoon Live Music Austin Mercantile is now adding live music on Saturdays! Serving wine, beer, lite happy hour menu, gifts and home decor. Hope to see you soon! 4:30-6:30pm. Free.

Bunk+Brew Ladies Night! Ladies Night at Bunk + Brew! Featuring live music from local musicians Melomania, Annika Hankshaw, and Breanna Gonzalez! Local vendors! Supporting and empowering women in our community. All are welcome! 6-9pm. Free.

The Domino Room Cartoon Rave Midtown Events brings you Cartoon Rave at The Domino Room in Bend! Show 9pm. 21+ Cartoon Rave is a blast of the past wrapped into an energetic and immersive dance party! Join us as we take you on a journey through a multiverse of your favorite cartoons featuring creative costumes/cosplays, electrifying EDM artists spinning remixes/edits inspired by the theme, fun cartoon visuals, prizes, themed drinks, and so so much more! 9pm-1am. $20.

Elk Lake Resort Lodge Bar & Restaurant Elk Lake Music on the Water - Joanna Lee 11th Annual Playing at Elk Lake! Join the 11th Annual Music on the Water Summer Series presented by Boneyard Beer and Crater Lake Spirits and enjoy free live music by our talented local and regional bands. Music starts at 5pm between the lodge and the lake. 5pm. Free.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard: Docs of Rock Michael “Doc” Ryan has been a fixture on the local music scene since the early 2000s. Originally from Dallas, Texas, the roots-rocking guitarist, singersongwriter and orthopedic surgeon relocated to Bend in 1995 with his family and soon became involved in the local scene.” 6-9pm. $15.

Five Miles Taphouse @ 1/8th Street

Food Truck Patio Free music w/ Emilee

Paige Reynolds @ Five Miles Taphouse Join Five Miles Taphouse for an afternoon of music with Emilee Paige Reynolds. Pre-register for this free event and receive $1 off your first drink. 5:307:30pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill The Substitutes Long time local group The Substitutes performing classic and pop rock at Northside Bar and Grill. 8-11pm. Free.

On Tap High Desert Ramblers at On Tap Live music on the lawn with High Desert Ramblers. On Tap offers 35 tap handles, including a wide variety of craft beer, cider, wine and kombucha. Our 6 food trucks satisfy every palette. 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Jazz Jam The Positive Side is hosting a monthly Jazz Jam at River’s Place! Musicians, bring your instrument and real book. Everyone else, grab a beer, sit back and enjoy some epic music. 6-8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub The Polyphonic Spree The Polyphonic Spree performs at Volcanic Theatre Pub with special guest Another Michael. 8pm. $25. Worthy Brewing JuJu Eyeball @ Worthy Brewing JuJu Eyeball, Bend’s Beatles band, is back at Worthy for some fab music. 7-9pm. Free.

1 Sunday

The Astro Lounge Local Artist Spotlight Sundays This is a chance to listen to Central Oregon’s newest and upcoming local artists. They have earned their spot to perform a two-hour show, changing weekly, every Sunday. Support local top notch talent! 7-9pm. Free.

Bend Cider Co. The Cider Janes Come on out to Tumalo for a Labor Day weekend performance by the Cider Janes, a Portland based acoustic folk trio who deliver gorgeous vocal harmonies! Cold cider, beer, wine, light appetizers, and beautiful music make for a lovely late summer evening. Outside food welcome, family and dog-friendly. 6-8pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Open Mic Comedy at Bridge 99 Come down and give your friends a laugh! Sign-ups for open mic start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm! Each comedian gets 5 minutes. 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month. Free to attend, and free to participate. 7-9pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Trivia Night Sunday Funday Trivia with Sean. Gather your team, or roll solo and find a spot early in the cafe, knowledge tests begin at 6pm. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place. 6-8pm. Free.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Train and REO Speedwagon - Summer Road Trip 2024 Pop-rock band Train continues to deliver its signature San Francisco sound. American rock band REO Speedwagon will perform. 6pm. $36-$150.50.

Juniper Preserve Free Your Voice. Cave Choir & Sound Bath In a special cave choir, lead by Deena Kamm, we will practice movement and vocalizations to find our voice and release any insecurities to the void of the cave. Open your hearts bringing awareness to the energy in your voice and body and then relax deeply for a sound bath. 10am. $55.

River’s Place Trivia Sundays at Noon Trivia Sundays at Noon, with UKB Trivia, at River’s Place. This is no ordinary contest, this is a live trivia game show. Bring your bunch and win gift card prizes for top teams! Indoor and outdoor seating available. Great food and drink options available. Noon-2pm. Free.

River’s Place Band of Coyotes Rock group hailing from Sacramento, CA! With an ever evolving musical style they explore styles of indie/alt rock to psychedelic genres, with an introspective lyrical perspective. 6-8pm. free.

Silver Moon Brewing Open Mic at the Moon Get a taste of the big time! Sign-up is at 4pm! Come check out the biggest and baddest open mic night in Bend! 5-8pm. Free.

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Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Mondays at Bridge 99 Trivia Mondays at 6:30pm at Bridge 99 Brewery with Useless Knowledge Bowl. It’s no ordinary trivia night, Team up to win house gift cards! Great brews, cocktails, and more. Inhouse menu and food truck options available! It’s free to play. Indoor and outdoor seating available. 63063 Layton Ave, Bend. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

The Yard at Bunk + Brew Open Mic Monday Sign-up at 5:30pm. 3 song maximum/or 15-minute spots. Singles/duos/trios (no bands) (Cajun OK). Food and beverage carts on-site. Originals or covers. Minors welcome. 6-8pm. Free.

Crux Fermentation Project Trivia Night @ Crux Trivia Night at Crux! First place team wins a $25 gift card! 6-8pm. Free.

Elements Public House Open Mic with DMM Music Come jam with some great local musicians and enjoy an evening of music, great food and full bar. Musician sign-up at 6pm. Sound and PA provided by DMM Music LLC Located at the North end of Redmond. An award-winning full bar and great food! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Elixir Wine Locals Music Night and Open Mic Bend’s friendliest open-mic! All genres welcome. Oregon and international wine, beer and tapas menu available all evening. 6-9pm. Free.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater

Lindsey Stirling - The Duality Tour American violinist Lindsey Stirling performs her distinct brand of choreographed violin. 6:30pm. $40.50-$80.50.

On Tap Use’ta Do at On Tap Live music on the lawn with Use’ta Do. On Tap offers 35 tap handles, including a wide variety of craft beer, cider, wine and kombucha. Our 6 food trucks satisfy every palette. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Beertown Comedy Open Mic Join the #1 Open Mic at Silver Moon Brewing every Monday! Sign-ups at 6:30pm sharp. Perform or watch—maybe even witness a Roast Battle! Plus, opportunities for paid gigs. 6:30-9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Comedy Open Mic Comedy open mic every Monday at Silver Moon Brewing in the Green Room. Sign-ups at 6:30pm. Presented by Tease Bang Boom Productions. 7-8:30pm. Free.

AUGUST 30 AND AUGUST 31

Alternative reggae group Iration and three-piece reggae rock band Pepper partner to create a unique musical mix of rock, pop and soul on their "Daytrippin in Paradise" Summer 2024 Tour. Fri., Aug. 30, 5:30pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

SKIP Bar at The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse Monday Big Lawn Series The Suttle Lodge is a perfect stop for touring bands and musicians. Allowing The Suttle Lodge to showcase some incredible artists from near and far. Catch a variety of tunes on the big lawn every Monday from 6-8pm. 6-8pm. Free.

The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room Bottles and Boards - Game Night Grab your favorite board game or borrow one! Every Monday is Game Night! Pair a bottle of wine with a selection of charcuterie boards and get $5 off Whites or $10 off Reds. Fun times and great wines! Cheers! 2-9pm. Free.

Worthy Brewing Head Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Head Games multi-media trivia is at Worthy Brewing Co. in Bend every Monday. Win prizes. Teams up to six. 7-9pm. Free.

3 Tuesday

Bangers & Brews Redmond UKB Trivia Tuesdays UKB Trivia Tuesdays 6:30pm start time at Bangers and Brews in Redmond! Join this week for this unique “Live Trivia Game Show.” Meet up to compete for prizes! UKB Trivia is free to play, with no buy-ins. Great menu and beers! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend Bend Ecstatic Dance An all-out, full-on, spectacular music and free-form movement journey happens every Tuesday on one of the biggest dance floors in Bend. A no-booze and no-shoes venue. No experience required, no dance instructions given. Just really excellent music curation and a big, clean floor to explore your unique movement across. 7:45-10pm. $15-$25 sliding scale.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Storytellers Open Mic StoryTellers open mic nights are full of music, laughs and community. Mason James is the host. Poetry, comedy and spoken word are welcome, but this is mainly a musical open mic. Performance slots are a quick 10 minutes each, so being warmed up and ready is ideal. If you wish to perform sign-ups start at 5pm in the cafe. 6pm. Free.

AUGUST 31 AT 2PM

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Head Games

Trivia Night Live multi-media trivia every other Tuesday at Crosscut Warming Hut No. 5, Bend. Free to play, win prizes, teams up to 6. Please arrive early for best seats. Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater The Doobie Brothers 2024 San Jose-born rock band The Doobie Brothers are known for performing live blue-eyed soul. 6pm. $49.50-$499.50. Midtown Ballroom Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, The Schizophonics, Still Animals, DJ Thirst n Howl Explore the captivating world of Me First and The Gimme Gimmes, where creativity knows no bounds. Grab tickets to the show at Midtown Ballroom. 8pm. $28.

Northside Bar & Grill Karaoke with DJ Chris Karaoke Night with DJ Chris 6-8pm. Free. River’s Place Bingo! Have fun, win money and help out a local nonprofit organization. Cards $1-$5. 6-8pm. Free.

Worthy Beers & Burgers Head Games Trivia Night Join for live multi-media trivia every Tuesday night. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. 7-9pm. Free.

MUSIC

Last Saturday Art Walk Last Saturday Art Walk at the Old Bend Iron Works from 9-5 pm. Afternoon Jazz on the Patio at Café des Chutes featuring a monthly Residency with the Michelle Van Handel jazz Trio starting at 2:30pm. Featuring artist pop-ups! Art happenings at all neighboring shops! Sales and more! Last Saturday of every month, 9am-5pm. Through Sept. 28. The Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St., Bend. Contact: 541-6686114. theworkhousebend@gmail.com. Free.

Vinyl Nights Come join DJ Rollin’ Dust every Monday night from 5-8pm at Immersion Brewing. Meet us in the Barrel Room for mellow jams, chill vibes, and cold brews. Mondays, 5-8pm. Through Sept. 9. The Barrel Room at Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way ste #185, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7821. marketing@imbrewing. com. Free.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 AT 7PM

Courtesy Iration and Pepper

CALENDAR

DANCE

Argentine Tango Classes and Dance Join every Wednesday for Tango classes and dancing! Your first class is free. Tango 101 Class from 6:30-7pm, no partner needed! All levels class from 7-8pm. Open dancing from 8-9:30pm. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-7283234. tangocentraloregon@gmail.com. $5-$10. Bend Dance Project Adult Community Drop-in Class Join nonprofit Bend Dance Project for an adult intermediate level drop-in dance class. Styles include classic jazz, street jazz, modern and lyrical. Teachers and styles rotate monthly. Supportive and welcoming atmosphere! Suggested donation $10. Fridays, 12:15-1:45pm. Acadamie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 541-7281063. dancevelocity@live.com. $10. ELEVATE THE INDUSTRY - MODEL CITIZENS Model Citizens presents an electrifying night of dance performance in an urban landscape, blending raw athleticism with sultry elegance. A stage set with scaffolding, poles, ladders, and enticing lighting. This show will be a feast for your senses with styles including pole, chair, hip-hop, floor, sexy contemporary, and more. Aug. 30 and 31, 8-9:30pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-699-2087. modelcitizensdance@gmail.com. $25-200.

Oula Oula merges high-intensity cardio with easy-to-follow choreography, mindfulness practices, and a culture of inclusivity — all to an energetic pop soundtrack. Each Oula class strives to empower participants to challenge their bodies and process their emotions through music, movement, and, most importantly, a community connection. Wednesdays, 5:306:30pm. Through Oct. 1. Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend. Contact: oulabendoregon@ gmail.com. Free.

FILM EVENTS

Tin Pan Creature Features - "Tremors" Join your local arthouse cinema for a weekly series of the Tin Pan team’s favorite sci fi and horror films, outside in Tin Pan Alley! Aug. 29, 8:15pm. Tin Pan Theater, 869 NW Tin Pan Alley, Bend. $17.

ARTS + CRAFTS

Art Viewing Visit Sagebrushers Art Society in beautiful Bend to see lovely work, paintings and greeting cards by local artists. New exhibit every 8 weeks. Visit Sagebrushersartofbend.com for information on current shows. Wednesdays, 1-4pm, Fridays, 1-4pm and Saturdays, 1-4pm. Sagebrushers Art Society, 117 SW Roosevelt Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-617-0900. Free.

Cabinet Making 101 The cabinetry techniques demonstrated will give you the start you need to design and build anything from a workshop cabinet to an armoire. You’ll learn the ins and outs of a solid cabinet design that’s been used for centuries while getting hands-on experience building a small cabinet to take home. Sept. 3, 6-8:30pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $159.

Crochet Corner: Fancywork Yarn Shop Gather with fellow crocheters for an afternoon of crafting, learning and inspiration! Founder and lead educator of the American Crochet Association, Salena Baca, hosts this 2-hour hook session held at Fancywork Yarn Shop. All skill levels are welcome in this weekly drop-in event. Thursdays, 1-3pm. Fancywork Yarn Shop, 200 NE Greenwood Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-3238686. hello@fancywork.com. Free.

David Kreitzer Contemporary Realist Artist Exhibit Reception Artist reception for American Contemporary Realist artist David Kreitzer at the Betty Gray Gallery Sunriver Lodge-displaying a new Kreitzer exhibition through September. Celebrating his 58th Year as a professional artist, David began with sold out shows at Maxwell Galleries in San Francisco. Tradition lives. Aug. 30, 4-8pm. Betty Gray Gallery, Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver. Contact: 805-234-2048. jkreitze@icloud.com. Free.

DIY Drop-in hours Make Art on your schedule! Come by FREAK’N ART Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to create an art project on-site. Offering printmaking, drawing, painting, and collage. No supplies or experience necessary, we got you covered! Fridays, 3-7pm, Saturdays, 11:30am5:30pm and Sundays, 11:30am-5:30pm. Through Dec. 29. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-508-7438. hellofreaknart@gmail. com. $20-$40.

Fused Glass Plant Stakes - Flowers and Mushrooms Do you want some beautiful flowers or mushrooms in your yard or in your potted plants all year long? You will learn the basics of working with fused glass, such as cutting and shaping the glass, applying frit, and layering different colors to create flowers or mushrooms. Aug. 31, 1-3pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@ diycave.com. $169.

Intro to Reduction Printmaking During this 4 class workshop we learn how to create, one-ofa-kind, limited-edition prints using a reduction printmaking technique. This technique produces beautiful multilayered and multicolored prints. Each layer builds on the last as we cut off the linoleum block to reveal the next color in our composition. Thu, Aug. 8, 5-7pm, Thu, Aug. 15, 5-7pm, Thu, Aug. 22, 5-7pm and Thu, Aug. 29, 5-7pm. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-5087438. hellofreaknart@gmail.com. $200.

Metal Clay Rings - 2 Day Class* Learn how to make rings with Metal Clay. You will learn how to create a free-flowing ring with some adjustability on the size. These rings will be created and fired flat and formed into shape around the mandrel after firing. This will be two evenings of classes. Aug. 28, 6-9pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $209.

Outdoor Stone Sculpture Show Join members of the Northwest Stone Sculptors Association for an afternoon exhibition of their work on the last day of our Annual International Stone Carving Symposium. Visit with over 50 artists as they work, see sculptures on display and for sale, discuss their art, techniques, and of course, the stone! Aug. 31, 11am-4pm. Suttle Lake Camp, 29551 SW Suttle Lake Loop, Sisters. Contact: renee@nwssa.rog. Free.

Summertime Arts and Crafts Sale!

Summertime Arts and Crafts Sale featuring unique one-of-a-kind items. Saturdays, 10am3pm. Through Sept. 28. Discovery Park Lodge, 2868 NW Crossing Dr., Bend. Free.

Welding 102 - Make Your Own Project 4-week Course* Have an idea for a welding project but want guidance and help along the way? Creating solid weld joints in multiple positions is the foundation for all metal projects. This course is designed for students to increase their knowledge of MIG welding and joint construction. Wed, Aug. 28, 6-8pm and Wed, Sept. 4, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $449.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

Artist Showcase: “Patterns, Color and Texture” featuring newly released giclee prints by Kathy Deggendorfer. Artist Showcase: “Patterns, Color and Texture” featuring newly released giclee prints by Kathy Deggendorfer. Makin’ It Local is honored to feature regionally acclaimed Central Oregon Artist Kathy Deggendorfer. The exhibition and print sale run from Aug. 23-Sep. 24. Aug. 23-Sept. 24, 10am-6pm. Makin’ It Local, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters. Contact: 541-904-4722. hello@ makinitlocal.com. Free.

Dylan Beck, “In the Bardo” Exhibition at Scalehouse Gallery Dylan Beck’s In The Bardo offers a profound exploration of humanity’s relationship with nature. Through captivating installations and enigmatic ritual objects, Beck delves into the complexities of control, interaction, and dependence on the non-human realm. Wednesdays-Saturdays-Noon Through Aug. 31. Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. Contact: 541640-2186. marley@scalehouse.org. Free.

Kelley Vernon, The Snag Exhibition in the Franklin Crossing building lobby featuring paintings by Kelley Vernon. Vernon considers the similarities of aging and change between the human experience and that of a tree which she encounters while walking her dogs. Mondays-Sundays. Through Aug. 31. Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-640-2186. marley@scalehouse.org. Free.

Last Chance for Summer Programs

It’s the last day for Raptors of the Desert Sky, Desert Dwellers and other summer programs! Sept. 2, 9am-5pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. $5 - $7 for Raptors of the Desert Sky.

Open Studio Please join us in the sixth Open Studio of the 2024 residency season at Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture! Presenters for this event include multimedia artists Ren Allathkani, Kathleen Caprario, and Christina Martin. This event is free. Space is limited so registration is required. Aug. 29, 4-6pm. Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Rd., Sisters. Contact: 541-904-0700. inquiries@roundhousefoundation.org. Free.

Sleep Under The Stars Hosted Observatory Experience A hosted experience at The Spot At Smith Rock’s Asterisk Observatory will include a short educational presentation, night sky observing through our 17-inch telescope, a guided constellation tour, stargazing, and a Q & A period with hot beverages. Hosted experiences are offered nightly in March, April, May, June, September, and October between the 3rd quarter and 1st quarter lunar phases when the sky is darkest. Your group’s visit to the observatory includes an overnight stay at The Spot At Smith Rock for up to 6 people. Group sizes of 8 or 10 can be accommodated for an additional cost. Mondays. Asterisk Observatory, 10136 NE Crooked River Dr., Terrebone. $79-$149.

THEATER

Proof by David Auburn This poignant drama about love and reconciliation unfolds on the back porch of a house settled in a suburban university town, that is, like David Auburn’s writing, both simple and elegant. Thursdays-Sundays, 7:30pm. Through Aug. 31. The Greenhouse Cabaret, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. Contact: 541-699-2840. info@ thegreenhousecabaret.com. $38-$48.

The Roundabouts IMPROV COMEDY Central Oregon’s premier short-form improv comedy group, The Roundabouts, is excited to announce a unique and entertaining improv show at the Open Space Event Studios. The show will benefit Think Wild, a vital wildlife hospital and conservation center. Audience participation! Aug. 28, 7:30-9:15pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: roundaboutsimprov@gmail.com. $15.

WORDS

Out of This World Book Club Please join Roundabout Books for Out of This World Book Club! We will discuss “Bluebird” by Ciel Pierlot. This month’s book club will meet on Wednesday, instead of Monday. Aug. 28, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

ETC.

Deschutes Historical Museum Heritage Walking Tours Travel back in time with the Deschutes Historical Museum’s summer Heritage Walking Tours. Discover what early Bend was like through its architecture and the people who lived here. Tours alternate each week. For tour information or to reserve your tour space contact the museum today. Saturdays, 10:30am-Noon Through Aug. 31. Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-389-1813. info@ deschuteshistory.org. $15.

Trivia Tuesday Join Mountain Burger every Tuesday for an evening of trivia fun and prizes. Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm. Mountain Burger, 2747 NW Crossing Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-668-7177. hello@mountainburgerbend.com. Free.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

Adaptive Cycling: Bike Nights Do you or someone you know experience a permanent physical, developmental, or cognitive disability that requires adaptive equipment or instruction? Join OAS at Pine Nursery Park to access adaptive cycles at no cost! Learn more online. Wednesdays, 4-7pm. Through Aug. 28. Pine Nursery Park, 3750 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-306-4774. info@oregonadaptivesports.org. Free.

Beer Run The Beer Run sends participants along a 5k race loop through Drake Park along the Deschutes River and back through Columbia Park, enjoying the fine beer from 4 local breweries along the way. Finish at The Little Woody! Aug. 31, 11am. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. $45.

Up-and-coming country sensation and Nashville artist Nate Smith showcases his timeless gritty vocals and rock ‘n’ roll vibe via his World On Fire Tour. Witness the ACM 2024 winner for best new male artist of the year as part of the Summer Kickin’ Concert Series. Fri., Aug. 30, 4pm at General Duffy’s Waterhole.

Courtesy Nate Smith Facebook

THE LITTLE WOODY LABOR DAY FESTIVAL

AUGUST 30-31

Live music Friday & Saturday night over 15 regional breweries & cider, wine and non-alcoholic options!

ATTENDANCE IS FREE!

Whiskey and Tequila tent!

PREMIUM CRAF T CANNABIS PROUDLY MADE IN BEND SINCE 2013

A whimsical journey into the heart of gnome culture, where magic meets the community spirit! This year, we’re bringing everyone together to celebrate the artistry of craft beverages and the joy of communal festivities. Welcome to The Little Woody Labor Day Celebration!

ATTENDANCE IS FREE!

TASTING PACKAGE PRICING

Purchase a tasting package to sample beer, cider, wine and more!

$20 The Gnomaste

Includes tasting glass and 4 tokens. Perfect for someone who just wants one sample. The Gnomie Homie

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$30

$35

$50

Includes tasting glass and 8 tokens. Go Big or Go Gnome

Includes tasting glass and 12 tokens. Bad to the Gnome

Includes tasting glass and 16 tokens.

VIP: The Big Woody

Includes tasting glass, 10 tokens and Little Woody T-shirt. All Big Woody ticket holders will get early access to the event on Friday night.

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5K Race, 4 Beer Stops $50 AT GATE

Includes tasting glass and 6 tokens.

In addition to your four Beer Run beer stops along the route – your Beer Run registration now includes free entry into The Little Woody festival. Sip your beer while listening to live music, play some games or stay and enjoy some barrel-aged brews!

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WHAT’S ON TAP

At its heart is our classic Doppelbock, a robust full-bodied lager known for its malty sweetness and complex dark fruit notes. This beer was meticulously aged in two distinct cask types: Brown Sugar Rum and Ice Wine.

Nocturnal Serenade

Our friends at Oregon Spirit Distillers were kind enough to pass along these incredible casks that previously held single malt whiskey made from grain grown in Oregon and malted by Mecca Grade Estate Malt in Madras. To continue the theme of the casks, we brewed a beautiful Imperial Brown ale with the same malts from Mecca Grade that were originally used in the whiskey.

2 Towns

Barrel Aged Blackberry & Blueberry

A rich blackberry backbone and floral notes of perfumey blueberry all brought together with a balanced toasted oak nose.

Westward Whiskey Bad Apple

We took The Bad Apple and aged it in a selection of barrels we borrowed from our friends at Westward Whiskey™. After we are done with the barrels, we send them back to be used in an apple finished creation of their own.

Ablis CBD

Strawberry Mojito

Our Strawberry Mojito CBD beverage is the kind of drink that’ll conjure tropical beach vibes. And while we admit we tend to enjoy this one floating along the Deschutes River or feet-up in our backyards, we still get vacation vibes with every minty-sweet sip.

Cranberry Blood Orange

This Cranberry Blood Orange sparkling beverage is the perfect blend of bold and classic flavors (and our most popular infusion).

AVID Cider

Apple Pie

Time to hunker down and get cozy with our northwest apple pie hard cider. Apples grown at the base of Mt. Hood, combined with the warm hints of vanilla and spice.

Pineapple Mango

Become spellbound by this siren's irresistible blend of tropical pineapple and mango. The skillfully balanced off-dry fruit forward profile showcases the aromas and flavors of the fruit.

Boneyard Beer

Oude Perzik

This Gueuze Lambic is a sour golden ale created from a blend of wild fermentation projects aged in our cellar for several years with Oregon peaches.

Bone Dry Lager

Bone Dry is a light lager that is crisp, crushable, and refreshing. Made with pilsner malt, flaked rice, flaked corn along with Tettnang and Sonnet hops.

Buoy Beer

Baltic Porter

Rich and crisp, smooth and brisk, this barrel-aged version of Baltic Porter begins with the resonant flavors of coffee, filberts, and bittersweet chocolate and layers notes of vanilla, subtle oak, and spice.

Hazability

Hazability, Buoy's Hazy IPA is a peach-filled paradise with hints of tropical fruits and orange creamiscle. Each sip is like biting into a ripe farmstand peach, with a juicy mouthfeel that's pure sunshine in a pint.

Cascade Lakes

This IPA

Crafted for This moment, This IPA is the perfect balance of hop-forward juiciness and floral aromas. With a refreshing Pacific Northwest aroma, you'll be wondering where This IPA has been all your life.

Badlands Imperial Brown Ale

A bold, imperial brown ale aged in Double Barrel Rye casks. Audacious vanilla and graham cracker flavors are layered with hits of candied nuts and dark molasses while notes of coconut and lightly spiced honey dance on your tongue.

Deschutes Brewery

Cherries Jubelale

Imperial Winter Ale - Cherries & Vanilla Bean notes. Black Mirror

American Style Barleywine - a subtle sweetness with oak.

Elixir Wine Group

Ermisch Cellars 2021 Willamette Valley

Chardonnay

Fermented and aged on its fine lees in new French oak barrels for 6 months before bottling. Aromas of lemon cream, honeysuckle, toasted hazelnuts with ripe Red Delicious apple.

Ermisch Cellars 2022 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Punched down for 14 days during fermentation and then aged in French oak and stainless steel. Bright, fresh, and bold yet elegant, with distinct flavors of pomegranate and orange with an herbal, flinty undertone.

Ermisch Cellars 2021 Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

85% Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with 15% Cabernet Franc. Daily punch downs over 20 days, and aged 12 months in new and used French and American oak barrels before bottling. Aromas of black and blue fruits mingled with earthy tones and a hint of caramel.

Hopworks

Barrel Aged Rindless - Watermelon Gose

Aged in tequila barrels for 6 months. The result is a complex yet refreshing sour. Oaky notes and tequila-derived earthiness are balanced with the watermelon, lime and salt present in the base beer.

Barrel Aged Abominable Ale

Hopworks' seasonal favorite, Abominable, has been slumbering in Kentucky bourbon barrels for nine months. This rich and malty brew is complemented by notes of caramel, vanilla, and spice. The generous hopping has mellowed over time, adding a subtle citrus note and a pleasant bitterness.

Immersion

Vanilla Stout

A rich, decadent stout that has been meticulously aged for 18 months in Buffalo Trace Bourbon barrels, imparting deep notes of oak, caramel, and a subtle smokiness. Each sip delivers a harmonious blend of bourbon-soaked vanilla, roasted malt, and a hint of chocolate, making Onism a truly indulgent experience for stout enthusiasts.

Meraki

An exceptional blend of stout and barleywine, aged for 16 months in a combination of Willet and Buffalo Trace bourbon barrels. The bourbon barrels contribute layers of vanilla, oak, and subtle spice, creating a refined, full-bodied brew with a luxurious, warming finish.

Laurel Ridge

2022 Estate Pinot Gris

Our Yamhill-Carlton AVA vineyard produces a Pinot gris that leads with fresh notes of apple and lemon with a stunning minerality underyling the fruit.

2023 Estate Rose of Pinot Noir

This vintage features a blend of our Dijon 777 & Pommard blocks. The 2023 is noteworthy for is prominent stone fruit and clementine aroma on the nose and on the palate it is as if you just bit in to a juicy, ripe nectarine.

2020 Pinot Noir Cuvee

The Cuvée in particular is enormously complex with notes of bramble berry, black tea, Chokecherry, currant, dried procini, pink peppercorn and tobacco.

Lazy Z Ranch

Gin Barrel Aged Grape & Plum Mead

2023 Lazy Z Estate wildflower honey (vanilla) from Sisters, and maple blossom honey (syrupy!) from Eugene. Wine grapes and plums from Central Oregon, gin barrel from Crater Lake Spirits.

Berry Bomb

Salem-area raspberry blossom honey (woody and juicy), red raspberries (bright, tart) and marionberries (sweet, jammy) from Salem, black currants (tart, tannic) from Washington.

Blueberry Mead

Southern Oregon sweet clover honey (light, delicate, cinnamony), organic blueberries (tannic, delicate) from Lebanon, OR.

Legend Cider

Peach Cobbler

This cider has it all! Juicy balanced sweetness of our peach cider with a slight spice note of whole cinnamon sticks. Warm and fuzzy and oh so good!

Columbia Gorge Grape

A local favorite! Juicy and fruit forward with just the right balance of sweetness makes this a surprisingly refreshing pint.

Cascade Cooler

Is that cider BLUE?? A nod to blue raspberry, this cider is an eye catching color and a delicious berry blend.

pFriem

Maple BA Smoked Porter 2023

Enjoy opulent aromas of vanilla, candied walnuts, and bourbon-spiked coffee. Cozy notes of pecan pie baking in a wood-fired oven, rich toffee, and dark chocolate delight the palate before giving way to a decadent finish.

BA Saison VII

Brewed with copious amounts of New Zealand grown hops and Sauvignon Blanc grape skins for a bright and vibrant tropical fruit flavor and aroma.

San Juan Seltzer

Huckleberry

Given all the Blueberry flavored options already out there, we felt we wouldn’t be doing our job if we failed to create this unique Montana-style Huckleberry flavor.

Whiskey & Tequila Tent

George Dickel Bourbon

This Kentucky Bourbon boasts sweet initial notes of vanilla leading into bright hints of cherry and orange before being balanced by almond toffee and oak.

George Dickel Rye

Our rye whiskey is one of the only ryes finished in the chilled charcoal-mellowed style that has made George Dickel whiskeys distinct. The spicy but exceptional smooth finish makes it a great choice in classic cocktails like The Old Fashioned and Manhattan.

Bulleit Bourbon

Medium amber in color, with gentle spiciness and sweet oak aromas. Mid-palate is smooth with tones of maple, oak, and nutmeg. Finish is long, dry, and satiny with light toffee flavor.

Blade and Bow Bourbon

An homage to the legendary Stitzel-Weller distillery, Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey uses a unique Solera System aging process to preserve some of the distillery’s oldest whiskey from stocks, including some of the last bourbon produced there before it closed in 1992.

Wild Blackberry Lemonade

Each classic lemonade flavor combines PNW wild blackberry and wild strawberry flavor with our clean, craft spiked seltzer taste.

Sunriver Brewing

Bourbon Barrel Barleywine

This brew began life as a classic American barleywine style ale. We then aged the beer in the finest 11-year Kentucky bourbon barrels for 14 months. Top shelf barrel character blends seamlessly with aging hop compounds, creating notes of orange blossom, caramel candies, cherry cordials, and vanilla creamsicles.

Deseo Mexican Lager

Deseo is a nod to the classic pale lagers of Latin America. Malt sweetness comes from 2 row malted barley, pilsner malt, and flaked corn. Hop bitterness is light and hop flavor is at a very low level. We used a true Mexican lager yeast in this beer, which generates low levels of sulfur and ferments cleanly. Salud!

Wild Ride Brewery

Schnitts & Giggles (Non-Alcoholic)

This malt forward lager is clean, crisp, and has semi-sweet bready flavor that melds with slightly earthy and spice characteristics.

One Way Ticket

Our Helles Lager, aged in American Oak Barrels for 5 months. Light toasty malt sweetness gives way to honey and vanilla notes, with a slight citrusy hop finish.

RedRum

Redrum Redrum! We took our 3 Sisters Red Ale and aged it for 6 months in a dark rum barrel from 4 Spirits Distillery in Corvallis. The end result being a wonderful aroma and flavor combination of rum soaked dark fruits, toffee and cocoa.

Wolf Tree

Bawnjorno

Barbe Rouge dry-hopped farmhouse ale aged in Pinot Noir barrels for 6 months.

A Saucerful of Secrets Award-winning wild ale, barrel fermented and aged on apricots for 2 years.

Journey through the bold world of distilled spirits, with tastings that promise a warm, spirited adventure. Check out the spirits our gnomes will be pouring at this year’s event!

TEQUILA

Astral Reposado

Aged for 5 months in single use American oak bourbon barrels, Astral Reposado includes notes of agave, caramel, and oak.

21 Seeds Valencia Orange

The combination of blanco tequila infused with juice of real oranges creates a smooth infusion with bright orange notes without being too sweet.

Casamigos Blanco

Crystal clear with hints of citrus and sweet agave, a sip rewards with a fruit forward flavor and notes of vanilla and grapefruit.

Don Julio Anejo

Rich, distinctive and wonderfully complex, its flavor strikes the perfect balance between agave, wood and hints of vanilla. Best experienced neat in a snifter or simply on the rocks.

CLASSIC COCKTAILS IN THE TASTING TENT

Sip on classic whiskey cocktails at the Tasting Tent! From refreshing to invigorating, enjoy these simply crafted libations featuring tequila or whiskey. Cocktails will be available for 8 tokens.

Whiskey Sour

Indulge in the timeless elegance of a Whiskey Sour, where the smooth notes of premium whiskey intertwine with the tanginess of citrus.

Margarita

The quintessential tequila cocktail, combining the tangy zest of lime juice with the sweetness of orange liqueur for an iconic, refreshing drink.

WHISKEY

LIVE MUSIC

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31

5:00 PM 7:00 PM 8:30 PM 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 10:00 PM

5:00 PM 7:00 PM 8:30 PM--6:30 PM 8:00 PM 10:00 PM

Founded in 1975, the Deschutes Historical Museum preserves, promotes and celebrates the history of the beautiful region of Deschutes County.

Encompassing Bend, Redmond, La Pine, Sisters, Terrebonne and Tumalo, the historical museum is an important institution for celebrating the past and protecting the future of Central Oregon. The museum and community center is dedicated to education, research and appreciation for the unique local history of Deschutes County, and to build a living legacy that grows with each new generation.

Erin Cole Baker Spencer Marlyn

CALENDAR EVENTS

Bend Adult Volleyball Bend Hoops adult open gym volleyball sessions offer players a chance to get together and enjoy some competition. To sign up, go to meetup.com and RSVP. Bring exact change. Sundays, 7-9pm and Saturdays, 7:30pm. Bend Hoops, 1307 NE 1st St, Bend. $10.

Cascades Futurity and Aged Event

Cascades Futurity and Aged Event is Oregon’s largest cutting event paying out over $500,000 to the nations finest horses and cutting horse legends. Cutting, a western discipline, has been featured on Yellowstone. Come shop the Western Heritage Expo filled with western inspired goods. Sept. 3-15, 8am-9pm. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, Redmond. Contact: 503-501-6498. info@cascadesfuturity.com. Free.

The Circuit BIPOC Climbing Night Join the Circuit Rock gym the last Thursday every month for an event that welcomes all in the BIPOC community. Last Thursday of every month. The Circuit Bouldering Gym Bend, 63051 NE Corporate Pl, Bend. 50% off day pass.

Ladies Paddle Party in the Old Mill Join Pura Vida Adventures for a playful afternoon of paddling on the Deschutes River! Let’s unite as a community to enjoy a fun-filled day on the river. It’s a perfect opportunity to meet other incredible women in Bend. Who is Pura Vida Adventures? We host empowering retreats for women. Aug. 28, 4:30-7pm. Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend. Contact: 541-647-3339. tierza@puravidaadventures.com. Free.

New Moon Climbing Afternoons Let’s go climbing! These afternoon cragging sessions are an opportunity to be outside, take in the beauty of Smith Rock, share a moment of mindfulness and have fun! Chockstone Climbing Guides is an AMGA accredited guide service. New Moon Afternoons 4pm-8pm, basic climbing skills required. Mon, Sept. 2, 4-8pm. Smith Rock State Park, Terrebonne OR, Smith Rock SP, Terrebonne. Contact: 541-318-7170. info@goclimbing.com. $100.

Pickleball Clinics at Juniper Preserve

- Beginner/Intermediate Take your skills to the next level with our Pickleball Clinics! 24-hour advanced booking required. A minimum of four participants is required to confirm the clinic. To check availability and sign up, contact Activities at activities@juniperpreserve.com. Mondays-Wednesdays, 9am-10:30pm. Through Oct. 2. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: activities@juniperpreserve. com. Free.

Walking with Wildlife Join Think Wild for an interactive walk and presentation to expand your knowledge of local wildlife! Learn more about citizen science and learn how to use the iNaturalist app to enhance your understanding and contribute to important research on Central Oregon native plants and wildlife. Aug. 31, 7-8:30pm. La Pine State Park, 15800 State Recreation Rd, La Pine. Contact: 541-316-0067. becca@thinkwildco.org. Free.

Weed Warriors Join the Weed Warriors to battle invasive weeds at our protected lands! Weed Warriors is a volunteer group that helps remove invasive weeds like mullein, spotted knapweed, teasel, and Canada thistle from the Land Trust protected lands. Non-native vegetation is a major threat to functioning natural areas. Aug. 28, 9am-Noon. Spring Creek, directions provided upon registration, near Camp Sherman. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

VOLUNTEER

Bunny Rescue Needs Volunteers

Looking for more volunteers to help with tidying bunny enclosures, feeding, watering, giving treats, head scratches, play time and fostering. All ages welcome and time commitments are flexible — weekly, monthly or fill-in. Located at the south end of Redmond. Email Lindsey with your interests and availability: wildflowerbunnylove@gmail.com. Ongoing.

Dog Adoption Event Hosted by Amazing Dogs Rescue Dog adoption event at PetSmart hosted by amazing dogs rescue. Check out adoptable dogs online at amazingdogs.org Every 2 weeks at PetSmart 11-1pm. Every other Sunday, 11am-1pm. PetSmart, 63455 N. Highway 97, Bend.

Happy Hour in the Garden Join at the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for an ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep the learning garden maintained over the growing season. Beverages provided. Tue, Sept. 3, 4-6pm, Tue, Sept. 17, 4-6pm, Tue, Oct. 1, 4-6pm and Tue, Oct. 15, 4-6pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Contact: denise@ envirocenter.org. Free.

Thrive Moving Volunteers Support your neighbors by helping them move to their new home. If interested, fill out the volunteer form or reach out! Ongoing. Contact: 541-728-1022. TCOmoving22@gmail.com.

Volunteer at the Bend ReStore If you want to help make affordable homeownership a reality for individuals and families in Central Oregon, consider volunteering in at the Bend ReStore! For inquiries, please email: Volunteer@brhabitat. org. Ongoing, 9am-5pm. Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 224 NE Thurston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-312-6709. Volunteer@brhabitat.org. Free.

Volunteer CASAs Needed CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate. They are community volunteers who advocate solely for the best interest of children and youth in foster care. Our pre-service training classes are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively advocate for these children. Apply today at casaofcentraloregon.org/volunteer. Ongoing. Rosie Bareis community campus, 1010 NW 14th Street, Bend. Contact: 541-389-1618. enoyes@casaofcentraloregon.org. Free.

Volunteer, Feed the Masses! At Family Kitchen, the mission is to serve anyone who needs nutritious meals in a safe and caring environment. They have tons of volunteer needs - servers, cooks, shoppers, and more. Groups and teams wanted! Monthly or quarterly opportunities! Visit familykitchen.org/volunteer to fill out a volunteer interest form. Mondays-Sundays. Family Kitchen, 231 NW Idaho, Bend. Contact: tori@familykitchen.org. Free.

Volunteering in Oregon’s High Desert with ONDA Oregon Natural Desert Association is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting, defending and restoring Oregon’s high desert for current and future generations. ONDA opened registration for its spring 2023 stewardship trips. For more info, visit its website. Ongoing.

Volunteers Needed for Humane Society Thrift Store Do you love animals and discovering “new” treasures? Then volunteering at the HSCO Thrift Store is a great way to combine your passions while helping raise funds to provide animal welfare services for the local community. For more information visit the website at www. hsco.org/volunteer. Ongoing. Humane Society Thrift Shop, 61220 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3840. abigail@hsco.org.

GROUPS + MEETUPS

Autocross Club of Central Oregon Meetings ACCO meets monthly, March through October either at Bend or Redmond Black Bear Diners. See our website. At these meetings, events and club policies etc. are discussed and members vote on things to guide the direction of the club. Autocross Club of Central Oregon is a nonprofit social club. Thu, Aug. 1, 6-8pm, Thu, Aug. 29, 6-8pm and Thu, Sept. 19, 6-8pm. Black Bear Diner Redmond, 429 NW Cedar Ave, Redmond. Contact: 541-593-7383. publicity@ autoxclub.org. Free.

Bluegrass Jam Circle All are welcome to join this open acoustic jam circle on the first Sunday of every month! Hosted by Jake Soto of Larkspur Stand, you’re invited to share your favorite tunes on guitar, banjo, bass, mando, fiddle, harmonica, spoons, dobro, slide, pianica, banjolele, etc. $1 off beers for all jammers! First Sunday of every month, 3-5pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 541972-3835. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Central Oregon Climate Tech Meet-Up

Monthly Central Oregon Climate Tech Meet-Up to network with folks interested or working in the climate tech industry. Discussion topics include carbon removal, renewable energy, electrification, regenerative agriculture, water efficiency and more! At Crux. Last Wednesday of every month, 6-8pm. Through Oct. 31. Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend. Contact: anichols888@gmail.com. Free.

Central Oregon Federated Republican Women COFRW (Central Oregon Federated Republican Women) meets the first Thursday of every month from 10:45am (registration) to 1pm at Brand 33 at Aspen Lakes Golf Club in Sisters. Come learn from guest speakers and hear and question local and state candidates. These meetings include lunch for $27. An RSVP is required. First Tuesday of every month, 10:45am1pm. Through Nov. 1. Brand 33 at Aspen Lakes, 16900 Aspen Lakes Dr., Sisters, Sisters. Contact: Cofrwbend@gmail.com. $27.

Object Heavy is fresh off its 2023 album, “Love and Gravity,” featuring its signature West Coast soul and funk. Vintage and modern styles collide for an immersive and nuanced musical experience. Wed., Aug. 28, 7-10pm at Silver Moon Brewing.

Courtesy Object Heavy Facebook

CALENDAR EVENTS

Hot Pipes Moto Show We’re gonna turn this thing up to 11 and show what Bend and the surrounding areas have to offer in custom and vintage motorcycles. We’ll showcase chopper culture customs, antique collectibles, vintage racers, and all out speed demons. The show will feature art from some of central Oregon’s premier artists as well as vendor booths with pin-striping, denim daddies, jewelry mavens, food, beers from Boneyard Beer, music by Portland punk band The Shiftiest, and much more. Aug. 31, 2-10pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. $20.

Volunteers needed for VegNet Bend Volunteer opportunities for VegNet Bend include - Event coordinators, executive board service, potluck themes, potluck and event setup and tear down, marketing, website maintenance, help with fundraising, cooking demos, film screenings, speaker presentations and more. Nonprofit 501 c3. Free, donations welcome. Ongoing. Bend, RSVP for address, Bend. Contact: 541-480-3017. Judyveggienet@yahoo.com.

Wild Women Book Club Come join other women in community as participants dive deep into the untamed feminine psyche. This is set up in a way that you can jump in at any time with or without reading the “required” pages. Join in the discussion or just come for a cup of tea and listen! Fourth Wednesday of every month, 6-8pm. The Peoples Apothecary, 1841 NE Division Street, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@thepeoplesapothecary.net. $9/online, $10/door.

FUNDRAISING

Bingo for Veterans A fun family-friendly Bingo Night with proceeds benefiting Central Oregon Veterans Ranch! Win prizes, cash and support our these local Heroes. Bingo cards are $2 each or 6 for $10, with daubers supplied. Second Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30pm and Fourth Wednesday of every month. Otto’s Landing, 652 NW 7th St., Redmond. Contact: 541-699-1307. ottosredmond@gmail.com.

Bingo Fundraiser for Silver Linings Rescue Ranch Free admission, cash prizes, $1 bingo cards. Proceeds benefit Silver Linings Rescue Ranch. Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month, 5-7:30pm. Rae’s Coffee & Food, 6033 SW Williams Rd, Powell Butte. Contact: 425-238-2370. Free.

Mountain Burger Monday Mountain Burger Monday is part of our commitment to supporting the community we serve. By partnering with local nonprofits and giving back 10% of all sales, all day (dine in or take out), we aim to make a positive impact and support those who do so much in our community. Mondays, 11:30am-9pm. Mountain Burger, 2747 NW Crossing Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-668-7177. hello@mountainburgerbend.com. Free.

Not’cho Grandma’s Bingo Silver Moon partners with The YOUNI Movement to guarantee the best bingo experience in all of Central Oregon! Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo is the OG of bingo, high energy bingo that promises to entertain from start to finish! Bingo cards are $25 per person. Family friendly fundraising! Free general admission, $10 early entry. Sundays, 10amNoon. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-639-1730. hello@ younimovement.com. $10-$200.

Yappy Hour & Pet Adoption with HSCO Yappy Hour & Pet Adoption with HSCO. Bottle sales benefiting Humane Society of Central Oregon. Live Music, wine and pets looking for their fur-ever home! Happy Hour discounts during event. Its going to be a howling good time on the patio! Join us every last Wednesday at the Tasting Room. Last Wednesday of every month, 4-7pm. The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Free.

EVENTS + MARKETS

Dog Days of Summer at Bridge 99

Bring the pup in for a day at the brewery! Van-Go Grooming will be here doing $20 Paw-dicures while the pup-parent can enjoy a beer! Sat. Aug. 31, 7am-8pm.. Downtown Mitchell in City Park. Mitchell, OR. Free.

Painted Hills Festival The festival featues a 5k, 10k and 1/2 marathon races, parade, live music, food and craft vendors, pie auction, water trough races, street dance.ept. 14, Noon-5pm. Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend. Contact: events@bridge99brewery.com. Free.

Friday Flower Markets with Central Oregon Flower Collective Every Friday, join us in The Cottage at Pomegranate where the farmers of C.O. Flower Collective offer their locally grown arrangements, bouquets, plant starts and more for sale. Unique local vendors join-in weekly, as well. Fridays, 11am-2pm. Through Oct. 18. Pomegranate Home and Garden, 120 NE River Mall Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-383-3713. hello@pomegranate-home.com. Free.

9th Street Village Makers Market Join for food, drink and local vendors at 9th Street Village monthly makers market being held on the First Sunday every month through September! Each month, Bevel will be hosting 10+ vendors ranging in farm fresh goods, jewelry, hand printed clothing, embroidery, dog treats, sweet treats, snarky gifts, ceramics and more! First Sunday of every month, Noon-4pm. Through Sept. 1. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 541-972-3835. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Northwest Crossing Farmers Market

Discover a bounty of seasonal produce, locally-raised meats, fresh eggs and cheese, handmade items, beautiful flowers, tasty morsels, and so much more! Open every Saturday during summer season from 10am to 2pm. Northwest Crossing Drive. Saturdays, 10am-2pm. Through Sept. 28. NorthWest Crossing, NorthWest Crossing, Bend. Free.

Sisters Farmers Market Visit Sisters Farmers Market to experience the bounty of Central Oregon! Browse fresh produce, locally raised meats, seafood, artisanal food products, and find the perfect handcrafted gift from local makers. Enjoy live music and be sure to visit our website to see each Sunday’s community activity schedule! Sundays, 10am-2pm. Through Oct. 27. Fir Street Park, Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541-904-0134. sistersfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

Big Butte Challenge- Hike 8 Buttes + Free Pints! Join Cascade Relays for the Big Butte Challenge, where families and individuals come together to explore eight butte-iful buttes and breweries across Central Oregon, at their own pace, between Memorial Day Weekend and Oct. 1. Your reward? Swag bags and a free pint at each sponsoring brewery! July 4-Oct. 1. Contact: 541-350-4635. info@cascaderelays.com. $65.

Family Yoga at Sisters Farmers Market Family Yoga at the Market every Sunday 10:15-11am on the shaded stage. Move and breathe in community Bring your yoga mat, your littles and grandma! Pre-registration encouraged but not necessary. Sundays, 10:15-11am. Through Oct. 28. Fir Street Park, Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541-588-3633. threesistersyogastudio@gmail.com. Donation-based.

Hello! Storytime Hello Storytime! is for children, parents, and caregivers. The activities and books are geared for the 0 to 5 years old age group, including movement and song. Storytime is led by Kathleen who loves little hedgehogs and all creatures great and small. Aug. 28, 10:3011am. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Kids Lego Robotics (ages 10+) In this intro workshop you will build and program robots using LEGO’s® educational SPIKE app kits. By workshop’s end, students will have a solid foundation in LEGO robotics and be able to create, modify and control their own robotic creations. Wed, Aug. 28, 4-5:30pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave. com. $79.

R.A.D. Camps Presents: Summer Day Camps! R.A.D. Camps presents Summer Day Camps for children ages 7-17. Programs for ages 7-12 start at 8am and end at 4pm. MondayFriday. Teen programs operate every Wednesday from 8am-5pm. Visit radcamps.com or call 541204-0440 for more information, registration now open! Mondays-Fridays, 8am-4pm. Through Sept. 2. Highland Elementary School, 701 NW Newport Ave., Bend. Contact: info@radcamps.com. Why Jiu Jitsu? Kids Open House Free info session for an exciting new kid’s Jiu Jitsu program for ages 8 to 13 that teaches safe self defense and martial arts skils. Coach Ian is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and a Wrestling Leader with USA Wrestling that has years of competion and coaching experience. Thu, Aug. 29, 4:15-5:15pm. Danzig Mixed Martial Arts, 20370 Empire Ave Suite C6, Bend. Contact: ian@whyjj.com. Free.

BEER + DRINK

$10 Wing Wednesdays A new weekly special: $10 Wing Wednesdays at Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market. Choose from one of the house-made sauces like Char Sui, This IPA BBQ and Spicy Staycay Pineapple or go naked! Wednesdays, 11am-9pm. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road Lot #2, Bend.

DECEMBER 4

MIDTOWN ROOM

Four-time Grammy award-winning American rock band, The Doobie Brothers, comes to Bend. Catch the Northern California natives as they tour to celebrate 50 years of authentic and rugged genre-bending music. Tue., Sept. 3, 6pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Courtesy The Doobie Brothers Facebook

By Savannah Mendoza

The Cider Janes: Uniting in Harmony and Friendship Portland-based trio brings soulful

harmonies to Central Oregon and shares the joy of performing together

The Cider Janes, a Portland-based musical trio consisting of Nao-

mi Morton, Heather Schrock and Aliyih Bristol, is known for their harmonies, covers and warm inviting performances. As the band prepares for its upcoming Central Oregon tour over Labor Day Weekend, its members shared insights on the band’s formation, their evolving sound and the joy of performing together. Answers have been edited for conciseness and clarity.

our audience connects with.

Naomi Morton: One of our originals, “Burn It Down” speaks to the theme of friendship - about letting go, moving forward and having friends support you through that process. Our friendship has deepened, and we’ve gotten so much closer than when we first started.

Source Weekly: How did The Cider Janes come together as a band?

Aliyih Bristol: We all met in choir where Naomi was the accompanist. During COVID, we finally had time to pursue the trio idea we’d talked about. We started meeting in Heather’s backyard, around a propane fire, sharing new cider flavors. It was such a healing experience and eventually we had enough songs to start doing shows together.

SW: Is that what inspired the name “The Cider Janes?”

Heather Schrock: Initially, we called ourselves The Cider Jams –since we practiced in our pajamas and drank cider. For our first public show, we performed on stage in pajamas and we encouraged the audience to do the same to create a warm, inviting pajamas party concert! But we felt like the name didn’t really fit us, so we went through a renaming process and came up with The Cider Janes. It reflects strong female energy and the name really resonated with us so that’s who we’ve been ever since.

SW: How has your music evolved since you first started? Have you always focused on the harmonies in your sound?

HS: Harmonies brought us together, it’s what's been most fun and inspiring about the three of us as a trio. We added the harmonica, percussion and playing percussion a bass kick drum simulator, so our sound has grown and evolved.

AB: We mostly do covers right now, though we want to write some more originals. We choose covers that accentuate our harmonies and that

SW: What excites you most about the Central Oregon tour?

AB: Honestly, just being together. Spending four days in a place we love, sharing music and enjoying nature in Central Oregon, is what we’re most looking forward to.”

SW: What’s your favorite part about performing together?

NM: “The joy we feel on stage is contagious. I am smiling the entire show because of the joy we share together – it infuses the whole room and it’s an amazing energy to experience.”

AB: That’s also why we like to sing covers, because the audience starts singing with us. Seeing them sing along with us makes us smile even brighter. We always encourage our audience to sing with us.

SW: Can you share a memorable moment from a past performance?

HS: At the end of our shows we sing the song, ‘You’ve Got a Friend,’ but we change the word ‘friend’ to ‘Jane.' As a fun surprise we start saying ‘You’ve got a Jane,’ and then point to the audience saying, ‘You’re a Jane!’ It’s a silly thing we do that creates a connection with the audience.

AB: It all started with an audience member at Bend Cider Company who shouted, ‘I’m a Jane!’ It was a lighthearted moment that connected us with the crowd and became a tradition to our shows.

The Cider Janes Fri., Aug. 30- Sun., Sep. 1 Friday at Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards Saturday at General Duffy’s Waterhole Sunday at Bend Cider Company httptheciderjanes.com Price varies

CourtesyTheCider Janes Facebook

$12 Burger and Beer

Thursdays with Blue Eyes Burgers and Fries Come on out to Boss Rambler Beer Club for $12 Burger and Beer Night with Blue Eyes Burgers and Fries every Thursday! Thursdays. Boss Rambler Beer Club, 1009 NW Galveston Ave., Bend.

Cross Cut Warming Hut: Locals’ Day!

Tuesdays are Locals’ Day. Every Tuesday enjoy $1 off regular size draft beverages. Come by the Warming Hut and hang out by the fire. See you soon, Bend! Tuesdays. Crosscut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend.

Happy Hour At the Bend Wine Bar, come in to take advantage of special pricing during weekly happy hour. Featuring $5 off artisanal cheese and charcuterie boards, $2 off of wines by the glass and $1 off pint draft beers. Mondays-Thursdays, 2-4pm. The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Contact: info@bendwinebar.com. Free.

Labor Day Wine Sale! Stock your cellar with our end-of-summer blowout wine sale! 15% off all wines under $200, 10% off all wines above $200, and 20% off mixed cases (15% off any bottles above $200). Sip a glass from the bar while you shop and save 10% off bar menu too! Fri, Aug. 30, Noon-9pm, Sat, Aug. 31, Noon-9pm and Sun, Sept. 1, 2-8pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541-299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. Free.

Locals’ Day! Come join us in the Apothecary for Locals’ Day! $2 off drafts, $1 off cider and wine. Every Wednesday from open to close! Wednesdays, 2-8pm. The Ale Apothecary Tasting Room, 30 SW Century Dr, Ste140, Bend. Free. Locals’ Night at WaypointBBC Locals’ Night at WaypointBBC! $5 draft beer, $8 house red and white wine and $8 specialty cocktail. Tuesdays, Noon-10pm. Waypoint, 921 NW Mt Washington Drive, Bend. Contact: 458-206-0826. Waypointbbc@gmail.com. Free.

Soter Vineyards Wine Tasting Join us for this exciting tasting seminar with Jim Saldon of Oregon’s distinguished Soter Vineyards, featuring 5 wines from the biodynamic, sustainable estate, including a special library selection of Mineral Springs Ranch Pinot Noir. 10% off purchases of wines tasted. Limited seating; reservations required. Aug. 28, 5:30pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541-299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. $35 ($25 Wine Club members).

The 2024 Little Woody - Beer, Cider and Whiskey Festival To commemorate one of Central Oregon’s hallmarks—craft beer—and lend a nod to the historic techniques used by brewers with oaken casks, The Little Woody features small-batch beers aged in wood barrels by top Northwest breweries. The 2024 Little Woody will also feature a tasting of smallbatch American rye whiskeys and bourbons from regional favorites, live music and local food vendors. Tickets are good for both days! Keep your wristband and tasting glass to attend both days.Check out everything happening at thelittlewoody.com Aug. 30-31, 5-10pm. Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-323-0964.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

“Do Bend Better” Bootcamp This 4-week program is designed to increase mobility and stability, build lean muscle mass and reduce body fat, while improving your cardiovascular fitness. We integrate various active recovery strategies to help you stay pain free. Includes: strength, cardio, pilates, breath work, contrast therapy, barre, and soft tissue release! Mondays-Saturdays, 8:05-8:55am. Through Sept. 28. Foundation Health And Fitness, 1105 SE Centennial St, Bend. Contact: 541-678-2747. info@ foundationhealthandfitness.com. $199.

4-week LIT Academy (Low Impact Training) Functional range conditioning, pilates, breath-work, contrast therapy, yoga, ballet and barre! Experts will guide you through modalities so that you can stop chasing pain symptoms and start resolving them. L.I.T. Academy is ideal for someone managing an injury and ready to get back to doing what you love but better! Mondays-Saturdays, 9:15-10:05am. Through Sept. 28. Foundation Health And Fitness, 1105 SE Centennial St, Bend. Contact: 541-678-2747. info@foundationhealthandfitness.com. $199.

Access Bars and Body Process Gifting and Receiving Did you know your body’s first language is energy? Group trade of Access Bars and Body Processes is a great way to connect with others in the area and receive! If you have taken a Bars or Body Process class, join! What’s possible if we receive bodywork regularly? Everything! First Tuesday of every month, 5-7pm. The Blissful Heart Hidden Garden, 105 NW Greeley Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-848-7608. jenniferevemorey@gmail.com. Free.

“Experience the God Sound” - A Sound of Soul Event presented by ECKANKAR The only reason that Soul exists is because God loves It. One who recognizes this principle will find countless ways to give divine love to all life. You’re warmly invited to sing or listen to HU, a love song to God, followed with spiritual conversation on Zoom via Meetup. Aug. 28, 7-8pm. Free.

Couples Massage Classes Explore a nurturing way to connect with your sweetheart in a couples massage class with Taproot Bodywork. Learn to relax your partner without hurting your hands! 2 or 4-hour classes, one couple per session. Prices vary. Additional days/times are available. Visit www.taprootbodywork.com for details. Every other Saturday-Sunday. Taproot Bodywork studio, Tumalo, Tumalo. Contact: 503-481-0595. taprootbodywork@gmail.com. Price varies.

Floating Sound Bath at Juniper Preserve Come join us Labor Day Weekend for a unique experience at Juniper Preserve where we will host a floating sound bath in the pool! In this floating sound bath, you will be assisted onto a pool mattress and provided with cozy blankets and an eye mask. Aug. 30, 7-8:30pm. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: 866-320-5024. info@juniperpreserve.com. $75.

Friday Creekside Yoga Wind down your summer weekends with playful grounding outdoor yoga classes steps away from the Lodge. Yoga classes are taught by Ulla Lundgren who has more than 26 years experience as a yoga teacher, yoga teacher training facilitator and studio owner. Yoga classes are accessible and fun for all ages and abilities. RSVP to guarantee a spot in class. Fridays, 5-6pm. SKIP Bar at The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse, 13300 Hwy 20, Sisters. $20.

Heart Spirit Mountain Monthly interspiritual sharing of mindfulness/somatics practices, wisdoms and ritual to increase capacities for presence, self-regulation, fierce compassion and action for social and environmental justice. Remembering and acting from awareness of kinship with land, one another and other-than-human beings, find harmony in difference and cultivate our spiritual vocations. First Monday of every month. Heart Spirit Mountain, 20511 Brentwood Ave. Unit 2, Bend. Contact: 602-526-1323. heartspiritmountain@gmail.com. Free.

Mental Health Support Group - In Person NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with mental health challenges. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who’ve been there. This support group meets in person. Every other Sunday, 3-4:30pm. The Taylor Center (Best Care), 358 NE Marshall Ave, Bend. Contact: 541 316-0167. info@namicentraloregon.org. Free.

Motivation and Goal Setting Workshop

It’s a great time to redesign your life. Make use of your time at home by setting and reaching goals in a free Zoom workshop. Certified Life Coach, Jacquie Elliott is hosting a motivation and accountability workshop on the first Monday of the each month. Email her at coach@jacquieelliottclc.com for the link. First Monday of every month, 5:30-6:30pm. Contact: coach@jacquieelliottclc.com. Free.

NAMI Family Support Group NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. Last Thursday of every month, 5:15-6:45pm. Contact: 541-3160167. info@namicentraloregon.org. Free.

NAMI Gather Gentle Yoga in Madras

Join us for a free gentle yoga class. It is open to anyone in the community and will be appropriate for any fitness level or age range. The class will be led by Cecilia Ledford, a United States Marine Corps. veteran and certified yoga instructor who lives in Jefferson County. Fridays, 8:30-9:30am. Through Aug. 30. Jefferson County Health and Wellness Campus, 500 NE A Street, Madras. Contact: 541-316-0167. info@namicentraloregon.org. Free.

Rest and Digest Yoga Relieve stress and regulate your nervous system with this slow and intentional Hatha Yoga class. More active than restorative, but with more floor time than most classes, this unique practice supports you to relax, regulate and digest with more ease in your daily life. Breathwork, asana, meditation, toning and more. Thu, Aug. 29, 4pm, Tue, Sept. 3, 2pm and Thu, Sept. 5, 4pm. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA230, Bend. Price varies.

Shadow Yoga Basics, Donation Based Introduces principles and practices of Shadow Yoga, with an emphasis on the lower structure and building the pathway of power. Pay what you can. Mondays, 6-7pm. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-588-2480. info@continuum-yoga.com. $1-$19.

Shala Breathwork Shake off the weekend and let go of the expectations for the upcoming week with breathwork at Yoga Shala Bend! Join Whitney as she guides participants through a beautiful breathing meditation with music! Sundays, 6:15-7:15pm. Yoga Shala Bend, 806 NW Brooks St. Suite 200, Bend. Contact: 208-4096028. breathewithwhitney@gmail.com. $20.

Sunset Yoga @ Lookout Lodges Emily, Do Yoga Outside, is collaborating with the stunning Lookout Lodges to host an exclusive sunset yoga experience. The Lodge will open at 6pm, a sunset restorative yoga class will take place from 7-8pm and from 8-9:30pm we will enjoy the sunset, 360 degree panoramic views, light refreshments and community! Aug. 30, 6-9:30pm. Lookout Lodge, 63225 Lookout Rd, Bend. Contact: 541-668-6132. doyogaoutside@ gmail.com. $45.

Tai Chi Unlock the Secrets of Serenity with Grandmaster Franklin’s Tai Chi Class! Embark on a transformative journey toward inner balance, harmony and a healthier you! Grandmaster Franklin invites you to join his exclusive Tai Chi Class, where ancient wisdom meets modern well-being. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9:45-10:45am. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend. Contact: 541-797-9620. arawak327@gmail.com. $100.

The Healing Circle The Healing Circle is a space where the heart, body, mind, and soul are seen as self-healing. Honor each individual’s capacity to heal, to break free from self-defeating patterns, and to recover from past traumas. Vulnerability is courage here, hold your truths in confidence and reverence. Thursdays, 5:156:30pm. Online Event, Webinar Link Inside Confirmation Email, Bend. Contact: 541-4080968. jennifer@sriponya.com. First Month is free, $11/month.

Yoga on the Deck The Haven will offer “Yoga on the Deck” from 5-6pm on Wednesdays throughout the summer/fall season. Soak up the sun as you overlook the Deschutes river & unwind from your day with a slow yoga flow. Community drop-in price: $10 (cash/venmo), Haven members: Free Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Through Oct. 23. The Haven CoWorking, 1001 Southwest Disk Drive, Bend. Contact: 760-8464891. alyssa@soultrip.co. Free/$10.

Platinum pop-rock band Train joins forces with fellow American rock band REO Speedwagon to produce a fusion of classic rock lyricism and spunky instrumentals. Catch the collaboration on the Summer Road Trip 2024 Tour. Sun., Sep. 1, 6pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Courtesy Train Facebook

CHOW

The thing about the Bend restaurant scene is that people opening new spots tend to see what works, and then they do something similar. A lot of safe bets. That’s why Central Oregon has so many breweries, pizza places and Mexican food restaurants. The cynic might say that we have enough of those types of food, but I say as long as we keep getting quality as well as quantity, then all is well. In fact, as long as we keep getting places like Chupacabra Restaurant and Tortilleria (in the spot previously held by Tortilleria Reyes), then we’re downright lucky.

For years, Bend’s best-kept secret Mexican food spot was Tortilleria Reyes, in an unassuming strip mall on SW Division Street. A combination grocery store, bakery, tortilla factory and restaurant, Tortilleria Reyes filled a much-needed hole in Bend’s collective tummy. I wrote about Tortilleria Reyes back in 2014 (I’ve been at this paper a while) and said, “Tortilleria Reyes is Bend's best Mexican food. Period. I experienced more flavors in 30 minutes than I have in my entire 15 years living in Central Oregon.” When I heard they sold, I was sad to say the least.

So, let me ease my fellow Reyes’ enthusiasts' fears by saying Chupacabra has kept a few key ingredients of the dearly departed spot exactly the same, while improving upon several others. In fact, Chupacabra has taken over without missing a beat. They’re still putting out incredible burritos and tacos, but also with a focus on roasted meats like Beef Asada Molcajete, full roasted chicken and carnitas. They also still make fresh tortillas onsite, so that every burrito and taco comes with a tortilla so fresh that it melts in your mouth.

New owner Olver Zuñiga wants to bring the heart of Mexico into the heart of Bend. “Chupacabra has its name to honor Mexican culture, and we have the Chef [Armando] Enrique [Valle] with 40 years of culinary experience and skill making a great impression on this Central Oregon community.” I spoke to Chef Enrique for a while and really

Latin Cuisine with Soul Chupacabra Restaurant adds vibrant deliciousness to Central Oregon

By Jared Rasic

got a sense of how much he cares about building connection through food and how deeply interested he is in making Chupacabra a vibrant and essential destination for Latin cuisine.

After trying the Adobada burrito and barbacoa and chicken tacos, it’s going to be hard for me to not stop by weekly. The seating area is more comfortable than ever before with a less casual, more purposeful vibe. From the handmade tortillas, the tender and sweet chicken, the spicy and rich complex heat of the adobada and the slow cooked smokiness of the barbacoa…everything we tried not only tasted authentic and insanely fresh, but had layers of flavor unlike anything

I’ve tasted in the area. No hyperbole either, but the burrito was the largest I’ve ever received in Bend; so much so that when I cut it open, the adobada, rice, beans and veggies made for an entire plate of food. Really, really delicious food.

On the weekends, Chupacabra is also doing the Carnitas de Puerco Michoacán style, where you can purchase fresh, whole roasted chicken, carnitas, skin and buche. I took home a half pound of carnitas, a half pound of buche (pork stomach) and a pound of warm, literally minutes-old tortillas. For three days I made myself lil’ tacos with the Michoacán-style carnitas and the tender buche.

Go in on a Saturday at noon and head to the back room and you’ll find yourself in carnivore heaven. I already can’t wait to go back and try the traditional Michoacán-style mariscos (seafood).

Also being added to the menu at Chupacabra are baked goods from Beso de Azucar, a bakery and dessert spot owned and operated by Crystal Zuñiga.

“The inspiration came from my childhood memories of savoring homemade baked goods and desserts during visits to Mexico and my grandmother’s house,” says Zuñiga. “Those experiences left a lasting impression and motivated me to create a business that could capture that same sense of warmth and authenticity.”

Chupacabra impressed on every level, with Chef Enrique Valle bringing 40 years of culinary expertise and Crystal Zuñiga supplying some dangerously delectable desserts, on top of fresh, take home tortillas and meat by the pound. Chupacabra already feels like an important part of the vibrancy of the community and deserves to find a huge base of Latin-cuisine obsessives like myself.

Crystal Zuñiga describes the importance of Chupacabra better than I ever could: “When you step through the doors of Chupacabra’s, you can expect to be transported to the vibrant heart of Mexico. From the moment you arrive, you'll be enveloped in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. At the core of our dining experience is a diverse menu that celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Mexico. Every dish is crafted with care, using only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. You can trust that each bite is a testament to the passion and expertise of our kitchen. Our talented chefs pour their hearts into every plate, using vibrant colors, artful garnishes, and thoughtful plating techniques to create dishes that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.” Yep, what she said!

Chupacabra Restaurant and Tortilleria 1155 SW Division St., Bend Tue-Sun 10am-7pm 541-383-2025

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Mariscos.

Whole roast chicken.

A delectable treat from Beso de Azucar.

Crystal Zuñiga

Olver Zuñiga

Olver Zuñiga

LITTLE BITES

By Ari Levaux

Ramenology

Level up your home ramen game with these tips

Who among us does not have a trick or two up their sleeve for when they make instant ramen?

A vegetable or egg in the pot, your special sauce or powder, and if you’ve got some game perhaps a garnish on top. All good. Congratulations. But there are levels to this soup.

My breakthrough happened when I stopped thinking in terms of which ingredients should I add to my ramen, and instead began looking at a package of instant ramen as itself an ingredient, a raw material to be used in the creation of a truly unique bowl of noodle soup.

This time of year, the farmers markets are awash in greenery, full of nutrients, fiber and flavor. Green tops to the radishes, and green everything else. Lettuce, kale, bok choy, herbs, pea shoots, spinach, watercress, chard, onions, chives, garlic, scallions, green onions and many other shades of green. Keeping it seasonal, like I do, means a decidedly green ramen. And minus the lettuce (eew), most any greens will work. I like to add a mix of greens to my ramen. This diversity gives the broth a unique and delicate bouquet.

Most enthusiasts will have their preferred make and model of instant ramen. Mine is of the Korean brand Nongshim. It’s called Premium Shin Black with Beef Bone Broth, and comes in 4-packs that cost north of $15. It’s also extremely spicy, though nowhere on the package is this mentioned. Another great Nongshim product is the Spicy Seafood. For me, ramen has to be spicy. If the brick I’m working with isn’t, I will have to adjust with spice of my own.

Ingredients

• 1 package of Nongshim Premium Shin Black with Beef Bone Broth, or instant ramen of choice

• A diversity of cooking greens, ideally three of the following: kale, bok choy, gai long, mustard greens, spinach, chard…

• 1 or two egg(s)

• Mayo, hoisin, soy sauce, hot sauce etc.

• Cilantro, basil, chives or green onions for garnish

Instructions

Clean and chop 4-6 cups of greens. Crack the egg(s) into a small bowl. Add 4 cups of water to a pan with a lid. With the water still cold, add the contents of the flavor packets contained within the package of instant ramen. Atop that, add the brick of noodles. Turn on the heat to high. Put the lid on. When the ramen reaches a bouncing boil, add the greens, spreading them out so they are even atop the noodles. Pour the egg(s) atop the greens, gently so they nest stably. Put the lid back on and cook for two minutes. Turn off the heat and assess. You don’t want to overcook the egg. Or maybe you do. Egg cookery is a personal thing. If you think the egg needs a bit more, put the lid back on for a minute.

By this time, the pile of greens will have tightened into a mat atop the noodles. With a spatula or some kind of wide spoon, scoop the green puck, eggs and all, into a bowl. Then use a fork or chopsticks to transfer as many noodles to the bowl as you care to eat. Before you eat, pour off any remaining broth into a separate container like a small pot or a cup. Don’t leave extra noodles lingering in the broth like a damn rookie. They will suck it up and render themselves too soggy to be of any use.

Finally, adorn your bowl with garnish and sauces. Chopped chives or cilantro. Hoisin sauce. Vegenaise, mayo.

Cameron Schron Photography

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A bed of greens is a great place to cook an egg — or two.

Ari Levaux

CULTURE

This is 40, circa 2024 A Bend local’s commentary on life in middle age

By Kimberly Bowker

PBS is in my top five television stations. My best friend is my mother. I finally understand that there is magic everywhere, especially on a memory foam mattress with three accompanying pillows. This is 40.

The good news (thank you, print newspapers) is that I shared turning middle age in 2023 with the company of figures like Thor and Spiderman and Carrie Underwood and Michael Che and Kate Middleton’s sister and Emily Blunt. Jesse Eisenberg also turned 40 last year.

The other great thing about turning 40 is that as an anthropology major 20 years ago (in which now I can say “20 years ago” with upmost authority and consciousness) is the compounding experiential proof that time is not linear. Enough time has surpassed that events and people start circling through again and again. I used to cry at “Sesame Street” and laugh at The Kennedy Center Honors. Now it’s the opposite, although everything might just be part of being human, anyway.

I hope that both my younger and older colleagues consider that my listening to NPR is situated somewhere between ironically cool and intellectually coherent bordering on the completely expected. A new episode of “All Creatures Great and Small” on OPB? Heck yeah! Science Friday on NPR? During the pandemic my 70-somethingyear-old mother and I reminded each other through text message complete with emoticons every Friday at 10:52 am that the show was coming up. Then we sat in our respective driveways to listen. At 12:02.53 pm we called each other to talk about Ira Flatow.

Bean flannel pillowcase wherever I go. I got this.

On a more sober note, thank goodness for Michael Bublé and his flavored water, I have a piece of metal in my body. Unfortunately, it is not the remnants of the belly button piercing from 20 years ago. Rather it is replacement from too much fun and irreverent dance moves at The Summit Saloon with no thought to the

PBS contributor. Pound sign PBS.

I recognize the sound of a dial-up connection and understand the concept of “the cloud” (honestly, really just about 82% understand it and I just had to Google “what is chatgpt.”) Yet perhaps that’s the middle way. The best of both worlds. Always learning and unlearning. The good news (thank you, print newspapers –did I already say that?) is that the social media data center is just an hour away in Prineville, so I can always knock on their door and ask for my photographs back. I hear they have their electricians and staff do stretches before starting shifts. That’s pretty cool, too.

My friends and I have board game nights once a month where we listen to new band names that I can’t pronounce over conversations about Settlers of CATAN and sleep aids. Do you have any wood? And I really hope that melatonin isn’t addictive because I’m sure taking a lot of it. But it’s totally worth it. I’ve never slept so well.

No more jungles or garage floors for me to slumber on for a night in surprising angles (or at least not as many.) I find my adventures now talking to strangers in line at Central Oregon’s fleet of local coffee roasters. I just realized that TUMS are awesome, opening my eyes to the fact that surprise and learning can be found in the everyday. I bring my own pillow in a L.L.

future whatsoever, which apparently is now. Thank goodness I didn’t know that then. It was that wild adventure in my 20s plus the quilting that I started six years ago — seriously, the most amazing community of people ever — that contributed to the metal replacement in my spine. It is all part of the path.

Being 40 in 2024 does have its perks. I have been a part of time and love and friendship. I have seen my friends marry and raise the most amazing children who go to local breweries and sometimes disturb the staff. I’m contributing to more Go Fund Me campaigns than I ever have before. And in full disclosure, I am a

It was that wild adventure in my 20s plus the quilting that I started six years ago — seriously, the most amazing community of people ever — that contributed to the metal replacement in my spine.

Sometimes I still drive to the Old Mill District, that used to be ruins of the ShevlinHixon Mill when I was in high school, then singing to No Doubt while exploring the remnants and artifacts of the smokestack building on a Friday night. When do memories meld into reality?

Now. In the middle. In REI while selecting backpacking meals. When we have both a future and a past as part of the whole. When we can still change the world with our knowledge and perseverance and hope and heart. Really. It all matters. Every time, no matter time. It matters.

Like that James Herriet character — what a star.

*Note of Transparency: Soundtrack for both the writing and editing of this piece attributed to The Dave Matthews Band albums, years 1996-2009.

—Kimberly Bowker is a narrative journalist based in Bend. She is now 41.

Kimberly Bowker

The author contemplates and tests the waters of growing and aging into the 40s.

SC May the Source Be With You: August Edition

A24, reality television and the search for happiness

By Jared Rasic

Whelp, I used a blanket for the first time in months this weekend, so that must mean fall is around the corner and the summer that seemed like it lasted two weeks is almost over. That’s OK for me since it doesn’t change my routines too much (until winter and my Seasonal Affective Disorder rears its ugly head), but I’ll miss direct sunlight and a few other things for sure. Still, I’m at heart hugely in love with fall, pumpkin spice everything and trying to scare my cat and all the spooky things I can summon, so these next few months are always my favorite of the year. As we get closer to the end of the year I also start trying to find new and interesting media to check out that might make up my end of the year list. Here are a few new things I’ve enjoyed before diving deep into the fall flavors.

Pod Save Us All

Lately I’ve been trying to be mindful of my own happiness and trying to pay attention to whether I’m actually feeling joyful or whether I’m just ignoring my own problems. A podcast that has genuinely helped me be more in tune with my own heart is “The Happiness Lab” with Dr. Laurie Santos. Based on an actual course she teaches at Yale, the podcast covers a huge amount of area when it comes to our own happiness, fear, hatred and limitations. The episode focused on how to cure boredom and how to find joy in our own mortality changed my brain in only positive ways.

For my fellow cinephiles, I’m sure you’ve heard of A24, the production company/distributor that has pretty consistently released some of the most interesting and original work of the last few years. Some of their movies like “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On,” “Moonlight” and “Past Lives” have actually subtly and irrevocably shifted the state of independent and art film. The A24 Podcast is such a dessert for fans of not just A24, but art films in general, steadily putting out episodes featuring some of the best actors and filmmakers working today. Hearing Kelly Reichardt wax poetic about Portland, Oregon, or listening to Ari Aster and Robert Eggars talk about their influences is absolutely priceless.

Crossing Streams

My mom made me watch a reality show this weekend and now I’m hooked. I thought I would feel shame but, while waiting for the season three finale to air, I went back and watched the entirely of the first two seasons and possibly did some light snooping about the lives of the contestants after they were on the show. I’m pretty sure that’s the opposite of shame. All of that is to say I’m really into “Claim to Fame” while simultaneously knowing that it’s a terrible show. Hosted by Kevin and Frankie Jonas, the show puts a dozen people all related to someone famous in a house together where they have to guess who the celebrity relative is. That shouldn’t be compelling, but it is in a sort of train wreck kinda way. Watching Tom Hanks’ niece crying and screaming about not having enough camera time while getting eliminated and packing her shit is easily one of the funniest things I’ve seen on a TV in a long time.

The show that I really want to recommend this month is “Evil,” the newest series from Robert and Michelle King ( the couple that made “The Good Wife”

and “The Good Fight”). From the filmmaking to the acting and the writing, “Evil” managed to surprise me, shock me and move me every single week. The show follows a priest, a scientist and a forensic psychologist tasked by the Catholic Church to investigate miracles, demons and everything supernatural in-between. The show was cancelled by Paramount+ before the fourth season aired, so the series has a natural ending, but there really needs to be more and if enough people watch it (the first two seasons are also on Netflix), then another network might keep making episodes. “Evil” is one of the funniest shows on television while also managing to be

creepy, life-affirming and deeply empathetic, and we deserve more of it. If “NCIS” can last for 15 years, can we just get a few more seasons of “Evil?” Look, if you watch the series and like it (you totally will), tell your friends to watch it, too. If it gets brought back, then I’ll totally owe you one. We got this.

Above, the other Jonas Bros. Right, a psychologist and a priest walk into an exorcism…

Courtesy of Paramount

Courtesy of ABC

OEnergy Demand from Data Centers Growing Faster than West Can Supply, Experts Say

In a webinar hosted by regional transmission authorities, data centers were called a “major challenge” for the energy industry, as well as extreme weather

By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle

Data centers being rapidly built in the West are becoming an “emerging risk” to electrical grid reliability in the region, according to regional transmission experts.

New data centers, which can be built in as little as 18 months, are far outpacing the growth in new electrical energy supply and transmission, according to members of the Western Electricity Coordinating Council, a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake City that ensures grid connection and reliability between utilities in 14 western states and parts of Canada and Mexico. Members of the council discussed challenges to grid reliability at a recent webinar first reported by the trade publication RTO Insider.

In it, council members said new energy demand from data centers has emerged as a more prescient challenge than meeting energy demand for transportation, also becoming rapidly electrified. The energy and transmission buildout needed to meet these demands is lagging, they said. By the end of 2023, just about half of the new energy buildout anticipated for the West had been

completed. This is due in large part to supply chain issues, prices and skilled labor shortages, according to Branden Sudduth, the commission’s vice president of reliability planning.

There are more than 700 data centers within those 14 states, including 109 in Oregon, according to the company Data Center Map, and there are more than 5,000 data centers throughout the U.S., according to Statista – the most for any single country in the world.

Oregon’s data center market is the fifth largest in the nation, according to Chicago-based commercial real estate group Cushman & Wakefield. Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google and X, formerly named Twitter, have massive data centers in eastern Oregon as well as in The Dalles, Hillsboro and Prineville that require enormous amounts of energy to operate. Amazon is planning to build at least 10 more data centers in eastern Oregon, according to reporting by The Oregonian/OregonLive.

“We’re going to see an industry that wants to come online quickly with very large loads, and how are we going to address that?” Sudduth said.

The council in 2023 projected that demand for electricity in the West would increase about 17% by 2033 – that’s about twice what it had predicted just the year before. That leap in projected energy use is due largely to the number of large data centers being built, they said. Data centers run on large amounts of energy needed for processing and for cooling servers.

The power grid in the West faces another big challenge besides data centers: Extreme weather, which can down power lines.

The Portland-based industry trade group Pacific Northwest Utilities Conference Committee has projected electricity demand to grow 30% in the region in the next decade, also due in large part to data centers.

Another major challenge to grid reliability discussed was extreme weather. Sudduth said more energy sources and transmission would need to be developed both at the local level and across the region to ensure a reliable electricity supply.

“Pretty much since the August 2020 heat wave event, the weather patterns

that we’re experiencing are different from what we’ve typically planned for in the past. A lot of the weather events are more widespread and they last a lot longer than they have in the past,” Sudduth said.

A growing number of utilities in Oregon and Washington are joining a new western regional market for buying and selling energy from one another at set prices for the day ahead, so that they can better handle demand spikes during extreme weather events, such as heat waves or ice storms. The Bonneville Power Administration – responsible for about 28% of all power consumed in the Northwest – is expected to announce soon whether it will join most other Western utilities in this Western day ahead market, or go to a competing day ahead market run by the Southwest Power Pool, based in Arkansas.

—This story originally appeared in the Oregon Capital Chronicle and is reprinted under a content sharing agreement with Oregon Public Broadcasting.

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By Savannah Mendoza

Central Oregon Gears Up for Annual Heroes on the Run 5K

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family-friendly event featuring furry friends, community and a spotlight on rescue dogs from Street Dog Hero

This September, Central Oregon’s vibrant dog-loving community will come together for a day of fun and fundraising as Street Dog Hero hosts its 5th Annual Heroes on the Run 5K Fun Run at The Athletic Club of Bend. The event, set for Sept. 8, is a celebration of community, movement and the shared love for furry friends, all in support of Street Dog Hero’s mission of benefiting rescue dogs in need.

Heroes on the Run is more than just a fundraiser; it's a family-friendly and dog-friendly event packed with activities for all ages. Participants are invited to run or walk the 5K course alongside their furry companions, contributing to a cause that’s close to the heart of many in the community.

In addition to the fun run, the event features a beer garden, local vendors, food trucks and live entertainment. Kids can enjoy a giant inflatable slide, face painting and crafting friendship bracelets.

“For our fifth annual event, we really want to go all out and make it the best yet. It's always been a great event, but this year we’re aiming to make it better than before,” says Kristen Elrod, executive director of Street Dog Hero.

This year’s event introduces an exciting new highlight Elrod mentioned. Dogs from the recently closed Madras shelter will be special guests, giving the community a unique opportunity to meet rescued dogs in person.

Additionally, the Bend photo bus will make its debut, offering attendees a fun, interactive experience at the event.

Elrod emphasizes that the event is open to all levels of participation,

“Even if you’re not a 5K person, you can still buy a ticket on our website and enjoy the beer garden. It’s also free to attend the event, shop at the local vendors, grab a bite from the food trucks or just enjoy the entertainment. At any level you want to participate, there is something for people to enjoy.”

As the events' popularity grows, Elrod hints at exciting future expansions, including the possibility of adding a 10K route and bringing a wider variety of local vendors to showcase the best of Central Oregon’s businesses.

“This event is a big part of what we do. It helps us raise the funds we need to save all of these dogs that people fall in love with. So really in any way that anyone can show their support there, we really appreciate it. It’s a meaningful way for people to show their support for what we’re doing,” Elrod adds.

5th Annual Heroes on the Run 5K Sun., Sep. 8, 10am-1pm Athletic Club of Bend 61615 Athletic Club Dr., Bend streetdoghero.org/ $10-$50

& safety information at bendparksandrec.org/float

Photos courtesy Kristen Elrod

Two Oregon Companies Forge Sustainable Path for Beer and Wine

By Alison Frost, OPB

When Matt Swihart started Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River, Oregon, in 2007, his vision was to sell beer in the most ecologically sustainable way possible: in reusable bottles, which would be returned, cleaned and refilled to be sold again.

The numbers, he says, help make his case.

“A single-use beer bottle, as well as a single-use aluminum can, involves a certain amount of carbon through its life cycle … a reusable beer bottle, like the one we use in Oregon, is about 69 times less than a single-use recycled beer bottle.”

That number is based on the glass bottle being reused about 20-25 times, but even reusing it a single time, he claims, cuts the carbon nearly in half, because of how much carbon is used in the original manufacturing.

Reusable beverage containers are also not a particularly novel idea.

“In the ‘70s, it was the norm, ubiquitously, throughout the United States and still is across the world, where reusable beer bottles and soda bottles are used throughout many countries.”

Market forces shifted beverage manufacturers away from refillables and into unique containers that could be more effectively branded for consumers, and the infrastructure fell away.

Swihart began small and is now engaged in building a regional infrastructure that any beer brewer in Oregon can choose to access, with the

help of the Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, which partnered with the company in 2018 to make standard refillable glass beer bottles.

One Oregon company that was inspired by Swihart’s efforts is Revino, which is based in Newberg and launched just last year. It’s working with a number of vintners to put their wine into Revino’s returnable, refillable bottles.

Willamette Valley Vineyards recently announced a rollout of over 1,500 cases of a Pinot Noir it makes in Revino’s bottles. Customers will get a 10-cent wine credit for every bottle they return to the winery.

Revino co-founder Adam Rack says only about a third of glass bottles are even recycled, so getting reusable bottles into the process is key. He also thinks Oregon’s landmark Bottle Bill should be updated to include wine bottles.

“California has already added wine bottles, Maine as well,” he said. “We used to be the leaders in the Bottle Bill, but now we’re kind of falling behind. So it’s about time to modernize.”

Both Rack and Swihart say they believe reducing and reusing will play an increasingly important role in helping lower carbon emissions and transform a single-use mindset into one of true sustainability. That’s something they think everyone can drink to.

—Printed under a content sharing agreement with Oregon Public Broadcasting.

A Double Mountain beer box, with an announcement that the bottles are recyclable. OPB/Cassandra Profita/EarthFix

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“The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it.” — Terry Pratchett, “Diggers” Puzzle for the week of August

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When an infant giraffe leaves its mother’s womb, it falls six feet to the ground. I suspect that when you are reborn sometime soon, Virgo, a milder and more genial jolt will occur. It may even be quite rousing and inspirational—not rudely bumpy at all. By the way, the plunge of the baby giraffe snaps its umbilical cord and stimulates the creature to take its initial breaths—getting it ready to begin its life journey. I suspect your genial jolt will bring comparable benefits.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Many people living in the Napo province of Ecuador enjoy eating a dish called ukuy, which is a Kichwa word for large ants. This is not an exotic meal for them. They may cook the ukuy or simply eat the creatures alive. If you travel to Napo anytime soon, Libra, I urge you to sample the ukuy. According to my reading of the astrological omens, such an experiment is in alignment with the kinds of experiences you Libras should be seeking: outside your usual habits, beyond your typical expectations, and in amused rebellion against your customary way of doing things.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The theory of karma suggests that all our actions, good and bad and in-between, send ripples out into the world. These ripples eventually circle back to us, ensuring we experience events that mirror our original actions. If we lie and cheat, we will be lied to and cheated on. If we give generously and speak kindly about other people, we will be the recipient of generosity and kind words. I bring this up, Scorpio, because I believe you will soon harvest a slew of good karma that you have set in motion through your generosity and kindness. It may sometimes seem as if you're getting more benevolence than you deserve, but in my estimation, it's all well-earned.

though, I have had a better cash flow. I regularly send the US government a share of my income. I wish they would spend all my tax contributions to help people in need. Alas, just 42 percent of my taxes pay for acts of kindness to my fellow humans, while 24 percent goes to funding the biggest military machine on earth. Maybe someday, there will be an option to allocate my tax donations exactly as I want. In this spirit, Pisces, I invite you to take inventory of the gifts and blessings you dole out. Now is a good time to correct any dubious priorities. Take steps to ensure that your generosity is going where it's most needed and appreciated. What kind of giving makes you feel best?

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Although there are over 7,000 varieties of apples, your grocery store probably offers no more than 15. But you shouldn’t feel deprived. Having 15 alternatives is magnificent. In fact, most of us do better in dealing with a modicum of choices rather than an extravagant abundance. This is true not just about apples but also about most things. I mention this, Aries, because now is an excellent time to pare down your options in regard to all your resources and influences. You will function best if you're not overwhelmed with possibilities. You will thrive as you experiment with the principle that less is more.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I encourage you to buy yourself fun presents that give you a feisty boost. Why? Because I want you to bring an innovative, starting-fresh spirit into the ripening projects you are working on. Your attitude and approach could become too serious unless you infuse them with the spunky energy of an excitable kid. Gift suggestions: new music that makes you feel wild; new jewelry or clothes that make you feel daring; new tools that raise your confidence; and new information that stirs your creativity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): On a Tuesday in August in 2012—one full Jupiter cycle ago—a Capricorn friend of mine called in sick to his job as a marketing specialist. He never returned. Instead, after enjoying a week off to relax, he began working to become a dance instructor. After six months, he was teaching novice students. Three years later, he was proficient enough to teach advanced students, and five years later, he was an expert. I am not advising you, Capricorn, to quit your job and launch your own quixotic quest for supremely gratifying work. But if you were ever going to start taking small steps towards that goal, now would be a good time. It’s also a favorable phase to improve the way your current job works for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Three years ago, an Indonesian man celebrated his marriage to a rice cooker, which is a kitchen accessory. Khoirul Anam wore his finest clothes while his new spouse donned a white veil. In photos posted on social media, the happy couple are shown hugging and kissing. Now might also be a favorable time for you to wed your fortunes more closely with a valuable resource—though there’s no need to perform literal nuptials. What material thing helps bring out the best in you? If there is no such thing, now would be a good time to get it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): For many years, I didn't earn enough money to pay taxes. I was indigent. Fortunately, social programs provided me with food and some medical care. In recent years,

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus comedian Jerry Seinfeld, now 70 years old, has testified, “As a child, the only clear thought I had was ‘get candy.’” I encourage you to be equally single-minded in the near future, Taurus. Not necessarily about candy—but about goodies that appeal to your inner child as well as your inner teenager and inner adult. You are authorized by cosmic forces to go in quest of experiences that tickle your bliss.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I’m not saying I would refuse to hire a Gemini person to housesit while I’m on vacation. You folks probably wouldn’t let my houseplants die, allow raccoons to sneak in and steal food, or leave piles of unwashed dishes in the sink. On the other hand, I’m not entirely confident you would take impeccable care of my home in every little way. But wait! Everything I just said does not apply to you now. My analysis of the omens suggests you will have a high aptitude for the domestic arts in the coming weeks. You will be more likely than usual to take good care of my home—and your own home, too. It’s a good time to redecorate and freshen up the vibe.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): These days, you are even smarter and more perceptive than usual. The deep intelligence of your higher self is pouring into your conscious awareness with extra intensity. That's a good thing, right? Yes, mostly. But there may be a downside: You could be hyper-aware of people whose thinking is mediocre and whose discernment is substandard. That could be frustrating, though it also puts you in a good position to correct mistakes those people make. As you wield the healing power of your wisdom, heed these words from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: “Misunderstandings and lethargy produce more wrong in the world than deceit and malice do.”

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart had an older sister, born under the sign of Leo. Her nickname was Nannerl. During their childhoods, she was as much a musical prodigy as he. Supervised by their father, they toured Europe performing together, playing harpsichord and piano. Nannerl periodically got top billing, and some critics regarded her as the superior talent. But misfortune struck when her parents decided it was unseemly for her, as a female, to continue her development as a genius. She was forcibly retired so she could learn the arts of housekeeping and prepare for marriage and children. Your assignment in the coming months, Leo, is to rebel against any influence that tempts you to tamp down your gifts and specialties. Assert your sovereignty. Identify what you do best, and do it more and better than you ever have before.

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SAVAGE IN BEND

EXPOSING THE QUIRKS THAT MAKE CENTRAL OREGON UNIQUE

By Josh Savage

Kesey and Worthy

After taking an ambitious road trip through the United States this summer, I’m excited to return to Central Oregon. The reasons are many, but beer is one of them. When traveling, I like to visit breweries. I often find some special spots, but very few compare to Bend. Not only is the beer better here, but the breweries are more creative and unique than most places, which leads to a brewery related question.

Q: What is the fascination with the author Ken Kesey at Worthy Brewing?

A: Readers and movie buffs might be familiar with Ken Kesey, arguably Oregon’s most celebrated author. Kesey grew up in Springfield, Oregon, the same hometown of Simpsons creator Matt Groening. If you’ve been to Springfield, most likely you have seen or taken selfies with the Simpson mural or other characters scattered across town. But have you noticed the large, two story mural on the Odd Fellows building, currently the home of Planktown Brewing, where Kesey is also commemorated? Definitely worth a viewing.

Kesey’s two most well-known novels, “Sometimes a Great Notion” and “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” were adapted into successful Hollywood films. The former starred Paul Newman, and the latter starred a young and playful fella named Jack Nicholson. In fact, the film ended up winning the Oscar for Best Picture and Nicholson won Best Actor when it was released in 1975 — my birth year!

Perhaps even more popular than Kesey’s writing might be the notorious Acid Tests that he and the Merry Pranksters organized during the mid‘60s. The group’s psychedelic antics and experiments took them on road trips across the country and even spawned a group called the Warlocks who later became the Grateful Dead. Check out Tom Wolfe’s “The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test” for a fun, in-depth read about those wild events.

But what in the world does all this have to do with Worthy Brewing, you

ask? For those who have been to Worthy, you probably have noticed the psychedelic-looking mosaic pizza oven that churns out some of the best pizza pies in town. Perhaps you’ve had a galactic experience at the Hopservatory or meandered through the Worthy Garden, which focuses on native species, many of which are growing right out front of the brewery in raised beds and green houses.

Roger Worthington, owner and founder of the brewery, has definitely proved himself a superfan of Ken Kesey. At the brewery memorabilia featuring the author and “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” is displayed throughout the building. In fact, the Douglas Fir bar tops, tabletops, and benches may look like ordinary wood, but it was sourced from the Oregon State Hospital in Salem where the Oscar winner was filmed! I think of my favorite character, the Chief, every time I visit.

To discover exactly which pieces of wood, keep a lookout for the certified Cuckoo, based on Kesey’s illustrations from the original novel. Movie souvenirs, pictures of Jack Nicholson, Nurse Ratched’s signed photo, plaques with quotes and other mementos also share fun facts about the movie and the author. Even items in the bathrooms pay tribute.

Ken Babbs, an author himself and Kesey’s companion in the Merry Pranksters, has made appearances at Worthy to give presentations and answer questions about the wild times they shared together. If he returns, I definitely suggest you attend. Any time you visit Worthy, take a walk around and chances are you will notice something new. Kesey’s spirit remains alive and well. And if you haven’t read (the book is always better) or seen “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” you are missing out on a masterful piece of American culture. Go to Blockbuster and rent it ASAP!

- Questions for Savage? Email savageglobetrotters@gmail.com

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By Kristin Marshall, Broker RE/MAX Key Properties & NestBend Group

Let’s Talk Real Estate Professional Service Fees

What’s all the buzz about?

n Aug. 17, several new rules went into effect in the real

seller cover our professional service fee.

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These changes involve the way agents are paid for the work they do during a real estate transaction and how the fees are communicated between all parties involved.

While the changes seem significant to the industry, the bottom line of what it means for buyers’ pocketbooks may not be as severe as one would think from reading the headlines. And in actuality, not much has changed from the buyer and seller perspective, apart from some additional paperwork that is required.

So, what has changed? First, as a buyer, you will need to sign a Buyer’s Broker Agreement to work exclusively with a buyer’s agent before touring a home. Second, as a seller, offers of compensation are no longer allowed in the MLS (multiple listing service), online or advertised. With the seller’s permission, agents are allowed to discuss these details privately.

Does this mean that buyers are responsible for paying the professional fee to the buyer’s agent?

No. It’s important to understand that sellers have never been required to pay the buyer’s agent. While a standard, this is nothing new. And yet, it is often in both the buyer’s and seller’s best interest for the seller to pay the agent’s fee. This is where an experienced buyer’s agent comes in. Our goal is always to negotiate the best terms for our client, which would include having the

As we negotiate the best real estate deal for our buyers, it’s important to understand that buyers won’t necessarily pay our fee out of pocket. The media and headlines are not properly explaining that there are several different possible scenarios including:

The buyer’s agent fee may come directly out of the seller’s pocket, as has been the norm.

The buyer’s agent fee may come directly from the buyer.

The buyer and seller may split the agent fees.

The buyer may pay indirectly, by adding their agent’s professional service fee to the sales price of the home when they make their offer.

My advice to buyers as we all navigate these changes:

Don’t assume you can’t afford your own representation or that going straight to a seller’s agent is going to save you money.

Don’t allow the speculation to deter you from contacting a buyer’s agent and pursuing your dream of home ownership or moving on to your next perfect property or investment.

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