Source Weekly November 24, 2022

EDITOR’S NOTE:

This week’s issue devotes lots of ink to the local busi ness owners for whom “Shop Local” isn’t just a one-day event, but a hope they hold for the entire year. What stuck with me from this issue is the quote from Ran di Holm in Jack Harvel’s feature story, where she says, “My big ask this year is to not just shop small during shop small Saturday or Black Friday week, just to make it more of a habit, or a lot of us won't be around in the years to come.”

While shopping local is a big thing on the day after Black Friday—dubbed Small Business Saturday—Holm’s reminder is an important one: Local businesses have to compete with the likes of Amazon and online behemoths all year round. While Central Oregon is pretty special in how it supports small businesses, those busi nesses still struggle to remain top of mind when the hubbub of this shopping sea son dies down.

It might seem like a shameless plug, but it’s one that keeps this newspaper running: When you’re looking for ways to support local businesses all year round, remember to look inside these pages, where local retailers, restaurants and other businesses choose to spend their advertising dollars. It’s on behalf of them that I once again repeat the phrase you’ll find often in this Editor’s Note: Thanks for reading!

OPINION

Sheriffs Need to Follow the Laws. All of Them.

After an election, as voters, we hope to take a collective breath, look around at the changes on the hori zon due to our collective decisions and as winners and losers move for ward with those changes, knowing they came from our collective will. That’s democracy, plain and simple. Many had a collective sigh of relief after this last election that the majority of voters still believe in the rule of law and in accept ing the outcomes of elections, even if some of our purported leaders did not.

With this in mind, it’s simply exhausting to see what sheriffs around the state—including those in Jeffer son, Crook and Deschutes counties are saying in regard to Measure 114, the statewide gun measure that passed in Oregon this month. Sheriffs in these counties have taken to their pulpits to say that they either don’t plan to enforce the new law, or that they don’t plan to place priority on it. And in a quick puff of smoke, this dereliction of duty puts us back on the campaign trail.

While stopping short of banning assault weapons all together, Measure 114 was a half-step intended to limit the number of bullets inside a magazine and thus make it harder for someone to mow people down quickly. Measure 114 also requires citizens to obtain a permit to buy a gun and requires law enforce ment to maintain a database of permit holders. These are hardly gun-grabbing measures which is probably the only reason it passed.

While we’ll admit that the rollout of the measure seems rather abrupt, with a deadline of the second week of Decem ber for permits and full implementation of the law by late January, that’s far less concerning than having a few sheriffs who we’ve elected to be the highest law enforcement officers in the county go rogue and decide to cherry pick which laws they’ll decide to enforce.

Imagine your own supervisor’s face when you told them you simply weren’t going to comply with the parts of the job you didn’t agree with.

In Jefferson County, Sheriff Jason Pollock said he believes the measure

violates the U.S. Constitution and complained that Portland-area votes shouldn’t have this much influence over rural people’s lives. But, unfortu nately, for Pollock that is not the issue at hand. Sheriffs following state law is infinitely more important. This is not 1884 in the Old West, where, in absence of over-arching laws, sheriffs were the ultimate authority.

Here in Deschutes, Sheriff Shane Nelson said the measure, “requires every sheriff’s office and police agen cy to devote scarce safety resourc es to background systems that already exist.” That may be true, but we do not expect the next sentence to be, “so I won’t be following the will of the vot ers.” What we hope to hear is, “I will do my best to find a solution.” Thank fully we don’t ask our local sheriffs to be constitutional scholars. That’s what the courts are for.

The recent tragedy in Colorado Springs follows on the heels of many other shootings like the one here at our Bend Safeway, and voters have respond ed by nudging elected officials to begin acting on what are modest gun restric tions. In the case of the Colorado Springs shooter, it’s possible that imple mentation of a red flag law—another boogieman in the eyes of many sher iffs—could have kept the shooter, who was arrested for allegedly threatening his mother with a bomb and weapons in 2021, from having the weapons needed to kill five people Saturday night.

If the courts agree with these sher iffs that this law is unconstitutional, only then would it be appropriate for local law enforcement to do or say any thing differently than what the new law outlines. Likewise, if funding is the issue, sheriffs should be involved in the implementation of this law to ensure they have the funds they need to move forward. Cost of implementa tion should not be the deciding factor in implementing a law that a majority of Oregonians voted in favor of.

In any case, it’s time for local sher iffs to do their jobs and to enforce the laws of our state—all of them.

RE: JURY REACHES VERDICT IN CRANSTON TRIAL. WEB VERSION, 11/16

The jury heard all the evidence and had the proper instructions from the Court before going into deliberation2nd Degree Murder was a charge grand standed by outgoing DA John Hummel - and the evidence to include video evidence from four stationary securi ty cameras showed what actually took place - Good verdict and one hard for the Defense to successfully appeal.

—Greg Walker via facebook.com

AN ODE TO STUDS

Every fall they come, uninvited parasites. Screw you, go away!

They eat at my soul. They attack my ears, no mercy. Condemn them to hell!

Their noise fries my brain. Try riding a bicycle, subjected to that!

I hear them coming from a noisy mile away. Please, give me a break!

Nails on a chalkboard. Six-inch spikes into my ears. Their drone makes me puke!

And for what, I ask? False sense of security for young, old, clueless.

Studs won’t save your butt, because if you drive too fast, you’ll be in the ditch.

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Letter of the week receives $5 to Palate!

Just slow your ass down. No reason to rush so fast, just use common sense.

Cheers to the death of these obnoxious brassy studs that grind down our roads.

They cost us millions. And make cranky commuters like me bitch a lot.

Studs only offend and cause a cacophony of unwanted din.

Little asinine, obnoxious pavement grinders. Oh, I hate you so.

If you drive on studs, please feel free to kiss my ass every time you pass.

So turn in your studs; show a little empathy, show a little love.

—Richard Sitts

HOME ECONOMIC CLASSES SHOULD BE A REQUIREMENT IN HIGH SCHOOLS

Cooking, cleaning, sewing, repairing and money management. What do all of these things have in common? They’re all basic life skills necessary for sur vival. But these life skills are often left untaught to the younger generations, if you’re lucky you might learn a few of these skills from your parents or may be even friends. However for a large amount of the population these skills remain untaught which can cause strug gles and hardships later down the road. That’s why to ensure that these basic

skills are taught to today's youth, high schools should require a mandatory home economics class.

The goal of these classes would be to provide young students with life skills that would allow them to survive in a regular life. I have been fortunate enough to have an amazing cook of a mom who has let me help and learn in the kitchen with her. This allows me to be able to be confident when I’m cook ing or preparing in the kitchen. For other students this luxury might not be avail able. A home economics course should be a required class because even if a student is confident in their skills they can always improve or even learn safer or more efficient ways to do things. For example I have many friends who are comfortable cooking in the kitchen and baking in the oven, but they still manage to cut themselves on things as simple as a bagel. Proving that a home economics course would be a course for everyone. While cooking is a very important skill, other skills like cleaning, sewing, repair ing, and money management can be just as important if not more. These skills are often left untaught by parents or guardians leading students to turn to the internet which can often give off false information. These basic life skills and others like them should all be included in a required home economics class to stop the spread of false information and properly educate the youth of today.

—Laura Bagley

RE: WHAT TO EAT IN BEND CHOW, 11/17

Love the share about the D and D, it's our favorite place to get a proper drink and the food is always excellent, especial ly if you're in need of a hangover break fast and a Bloody Mary. Had no clue of it's Irish roots. Cant wait to tell Mom; her Father's family is from Cork. I look fwd to trying the other suggestions as well. Now I need some sushi with a side of pizza w/a Long Island from D and D. :)

—Charity Scott via bendsource.com

Letter of the Week:

New policy: Write us a letter about your love for “The D,” get letter of the week. The same goes for writing about your love of my other favorite classic Bend haunt, the M & J Tavern… readers, get to work! Come on in for your gift card to Palate, Charity.

—Nicole Vulcan

Jury Reaches Verdict in Cranston Trial

plans to appeal

By Jack Harvel and Nicole Vulcan

ADeschutes County jury has reached a verdict in the trial against Ian Cranston, the man who shot and killed Barry Washington during a fight outside a bar in downtown Bend in Sep tember 2021.

"I'm pleased to have some sort of jus tice for my son, it's been very hard and hopefully, it's just something that will bring a little bit of closure. I'm just so happy that I know that the jurors were — this was a hard case — I'm happy that they didn't side with the self-de fense. And they've seen the truth, and I'm just happy to have some sort of Jus tice," Lawanda Roberson, Washington's mother, told reporters outside of the Deschutes County Courthouse.

The jury declared Cranston guilty on the counts of first-degree manslaugh ter and second-degree manslaughter as well as Assault 1 and two counts of unlawful use of a weapon, but not guilty on the count of second-degree mur der—the most serious of the charges Cranston faced.

According to Oregon law, first-degree manslaughter is defined as an act "com mitted recklessly under circumstances manifesting extreme indifference to the value of human life." That one charge is punishable for a minimum of 10 years. Cranston's Sentencing is scheduled for Nov. 28. Cranston's attorney says they plan to appeal.

"There were a number of legal rul ings in the case that we are going to be addressing through the appellate pro cess, but that time is to come," said

Kevin Sali, Cranston's defense attorney.

Cranston said that on Sept. 19. 2021, he was smoking outside of The Capi tol in downtown Bend when Washing ton approached his group and called his fiancee Allison Butler beautiful. Cran ston said he was initially polite when asking Washington to move along. Cranston said Butler rebuffed Washing ton, who continued talking to her, and that Cranston intervened after sensing her discomfort.

Throughout the trial Cranston's attor neys sought to show that Cranston felt threatened and shot Washington out of self-defense. The prosecution maintained

that Cranston had his ego bruised and shot Washington out of retaliation.

During closing arguments on Tues day, defense attorneys displayed an explosive video from nearby surveil lance cameras that captured Cranston taking a puff of a cigarette before mov ing to render aid to Washington, who lay bleeding on the sidewalk. Prosecu tor Michael Swart said, "Clint Eastwood couldn't have been prouder."

In a statement today, District Attor ney John Hummel said:

“Today is not a day to rejoice, nor is it a day to celebrate. Today is a day of accountability for Ian Cranston and it

is day 424 of Barry Washington’s family and our community mourning his pass ing. By all accounts, Barry was a dear friend to many and a wonderful son to Lawanda Roberson. This verdict does not provide Ms. Roberson what she ulti mately wants, but hopefully knowing that the residents of Deschutes Coun ty valued Barry’s life provides her some comfort moving forward.”

Supporters of Washington gath ered outside of the courthouse and led chants after the verdict, and cheered in support when Washington's family exit ed the courthouse. Washington's fam ily joined demonstrators in a march to the corner of Oregon Avenue and Wall Street, where the shooting took place and where a makeshift memorial to Washington has been erected and main tained. Roberson and other family mem bers thanked the demonstrators as well as activist groups the Central Oregon Peacekeepers and The Father's Group, who have marched from the court house to the corner of Oregon and Wall throughout the trial.

"I've been with him since diapers, I've been with him with Easter baskets, I've been with him since the first day of us being able to come home togeth er and losing him has been one of the worst experiences I've had in my life, I wouldn't want anybody to ever go through anything like that," Deja Till man, Washington's first cousin, told marchers. "But I thank you guys for being here, and I'm happy with the fact that there was something served."

Demonstrators march to the area where Barry Washington was shot after a jury reached a verdict in the trial of Ian Cranston.

Jack Harvel

Gun Control Passes, Questions Remain

Oregon passed one of the strongest gun control measures in the country with Measure 114, but a lot of the processes called for in the measure remain unclear

By Jack Harvel

measure infringes on Second Amend ment rights. Oregon sheriffs in Sher man, Linn, Jefferson and Wallowa counties have said they won’t enforce the laws. Others, including the Crook County sheriff and Deschutes County Sheriff Shane Nelson said the measure will be a low priority for their offices.

gun store and training program catering to women.

Oregon Measure 114, a bill that estab lishes a permit-to-carry system, lim its magazine capacity to 10 rounds and closes a loophole allowing someone to get a gun without a background check if it takes more than three days to pro cess, passed with 50.68% of the vote and is expected to be implemented on Dec. 8.

Oregon joins nine states with a per mit-to-purchase system, only one of which, California, requires some sort of firearm training courses before a per mit is granted — though Washington requires a firearm course to buy semiau tomatic rifles. Oregon’s permits would be active for five years before expiring and the cost is capped at $65 initially and a $50 renewal.

Though these safety courses could be

necessary to purchase a gun as soon as Dec. 8, the contents of the firearm safe ty course aren’t clear. When asked about the measure, the Oregon State Police said it is working with legal counsel to resolve questions on the measure. Meanwhile firearm trainers said they’ve received lit tle information on the classes.

“There is no guidance,” said Patrick Combs, a firearm instructor who runs Deschutes Firearms Training. “I don’t know if it’s going to be a premade pro gram, or if they’re just going to kind of give a framework and you need to stay within that framework.”

The measure faced a near-immediate legal challenge by the Oregon Firearms Federation, the Sherman County sher iff and a gun store owner claiming the

Prior to the bill passing, Nelson asked voters to reject Measure 114 in a video he recorded in his role as president of the Oregon State Sheriff’s Association. He said the measure would take up alreadyscarce resources from law enforcement agencies to establish and oversee a per mitting system, estimating that the pro gram would have a $30 million deficit statewide. The Oregon State Police and Oregon Justice Department both esti mated the system would be close to cost neutral.

“Oregon already has a strong back ground check process before a person purchases a firearm. This measure will create a duplicate background system that further reduces law enforcement resources,” Nelson said.

As the implementation date approach es, more people are buying guns before the uncertainty kicks in. On average the OSP’s instant check background check request processes about 849 checks a day, but that number has soared to over 4,000 daily checks, according to police.

“Sales have been through the roof. I’ve never seen anything like it in the state of Oregon,” said Sharon Preston, own er of Ladies of Lead, a Redmond-based

Preston also said there’s confusion over what happens when the law is implemented to the currently pending background checks. Magazine capaci ty is also a point of the bill that’s been challenged. The United States Supreme Court vacated California’s large-capaci ty gun magazine ban in June, meaning a lower court will have to revise its rul ing, but doesn’t necessarily rule capacity limits unconstitutional.

Though the new measure could com plicate the process of buying a gun for gun owners, advocates point to fewer homicides, suicides and mass shootings in states that use a licensing program. The Giffords Law Center said studies show homicides decreasing by 28% and suicides by 33% in Connecticut after passing licensing laws, and that states with licensing laws have 56% fewer mass shootings.

“This win for Measure 114 is a huge turning point – we have shown the country that voters do want serious action on gun violence prevention,” said Chief Petitioner Rabbi Michael Caha na in a press release after Measure 114 passed. “Hopes and prayers are not enough when your neighbors are bleed ing, when action is possible, and you have the power to do something. And tonight Oregonians took action, utilized the power of democracy, and achieved something remarkable, a victory for oth er states to follow.”

People in the market for a firearm will have to have a permit and some of these will need lower-capacity magazines under Oregon Law under Measure 114.

Courtesy of Bob Bobas via Flicker

El jurado llega a verdicto en el jucio de Cranston

Culpable de todos los cargos —Exepto de asesinato en segundo grado

Por/By Jack Harvel Traducido por/Translated by Jéssica Sánchez-Millar

Un jurado del municipio de Deschutes llegó a un veredicto en el juicio contra Ian Cranston, el hom bre que disparó y mató a Barry Washington duran te una pelea fuera de un bar en el centro de Bend en septiembre de 2021.

“Estoy satisfecha por tener algo de justicia para mi hijo, ha sido muy difícil y ojalá sea algo que traerá un cierre a mi vida. Estoy muy contenta al saber que los miembros del jurado estaban, este fue un caso difí cil y estoy contenta de que no se pusieron de lado de la autodefensa. Y han visto la verdad, y estoy feliz por vivir un tipo de justicia,” dijo Lawanda Roberson, madre de Washington, a los reporteros afuera del tri bunal del municipio de Deschutes.

El jurado declaró culpable a Cranston por los cargos de homicidio involuntario en primer y segundo grado así como por asalto de primer grado y dos cargos por el uso illegal de un arma, pero no culpable por el cargo de asesinato en segundo grado, el cargo más grave de los cargos enfrentados por Cranston.

De acuerdo con la ley de Oregon, el cargo de homi cidio involuntario en primer grado se define como un acto “cometido imprudentemente bajo circunstancias que manifiestan extrema indiferencia hacia el valor de la vida humana.” Ese cargo es penado con un mínimo de 10 años. La sentencia de Cranston está programada para el 28 de noviembre. El abogado de Cranston dice

que planean apelar.

“Hubo varios fallos legales en el caso que abordare mos por medio del proceso de apelación, pero ese momento está por llegar,” dijo Kevin Sali, el abogado de defensa de Cranston.

Cranston dijo que el 19 de septiembre 2021, estaba fumando afuera de The Capitol en el centro de Bend cuando Washington se acercó a su grupo de acom pañantes y llamó hermosa a su prometida Allison But ler. Cranston dijo que al principio fue cortés cuando le pidió a Washington que se alejará. Cranston dijo que Butler rechazó a Washington, quien continuó hablan do con ella y que Cranston intervino después de verla incomoda.

Durante el juicio, los abogados de Cranston inten taron mostrar que Cranston se sintió amenazado y que le disparó a Washington en defensa propia. La fiscalía sostuvo que Cranston tenia herido su ego y le disparó a Washington para desquitarse.

Durante los argumentos de clausura del martes, los abogados de defensa mostraron un video explosivo de las cámaras de vigilancia cercanas que captaron a Cranston dándole una fumada a su cigarro antes de acercarse para auxiliar a Washington, quien estaba sangrando tirado en la banqueta. El abogado defensor Michael Swart dijo, “Clint Eastwood no podría haber estado más orgulloso.”

En la declaración de hoy, el fiscal de distrito, John Hummel dijo:

“El día de hoy no es un día para alegrarse, ni es un día para celebrar. Hoy es un día de rendición de cuentas para Ian Cranston y es el día 424 de duelo para la famil ia de Barry Washington y para nuestra comunidad. Por lo visto, Barry fue un querido amigo para muchos y un hijo maravilloso para Lawanda Roberson. Este veredic to no le brinda a la Sra. Roberson lo que quiere al final, pero ojala el saber que los habitantes del municipio de Deschutes valoraron la vida de Berry le traiga algo de consuelo para salir adelante.

Los simpatizantes de Washington se reunieron afuera del juzgado y cantaron después del veredicto y celebraron para apoyar a la familia de Washington cuando salieron del juzgado. La familia de Washington se unió a los manifestantes en una marcha a la esquina de la Avenida Oregon y de la calle Wall., en donde ocur rió el tiroteo y en donde se ha levantado y sostenido un conmemorativo improvisado para Washington. Rober son y otros miembros de la familia le agradecieron a los manifestantes, así como a los grupos activistas de Central Oregon Peacekeepers y a The Father’s Group, quienes han marchado desde el juzgado hasta las esqui na de las calles Oregon y Wall durante todo el juicio.

The Healing Power of Mushrooms

Ultrasonic extraction helps Manuka Mana bring potent blends to Bend and beyond

By Nicole Vulcan

Manuka Mana’s products are made in Bend, but their origins stretch across the Pacific, to New Zealand. There, the manuka—or “tea tree” grows in abundance, providing the pollen that provides a type of honey known for its antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Manuka honey is a key ingredient and the namesake of Manuka Mana, launched by New Zealander and chef Josiah Alexander and his wife Courtney Rebel just 14 months ago. But manuka honey is just the start; Manuka Mana’s prod ucts are packed with other ingredients formulated to help people experience more focus and clarity or to boost their immunity, among other wellness goals.

At age 32, Alexander suffered a series of mini strokes thought to have occurred due to a past concus sion. From that experience, the couple began exploring the healing powers of not just honey, but mushrooms, including lion’s mane mushrooms, which have been identified in scientific research as having neurotroph ic—or relating to the growth of nervous tissue—prop erties. After developing their own blend of lion’s mane and manuka honey over a period of several years, Alex ander has not suffered another stroke, he said.

“Mushrooms are very popular right now,” Alexander

told me—at least in part due to the rising interest in psychedelics. And while the couple has interest in exploring blends that would include the psychoac tive variety, Manuka Mana’s current roster includes wild-foraged mushrooms of other types, including

Holm Made in Central Oregon

By Jack Harvel

Holm Made Toffee got its start sell ing its homemade toffee at farmers markets in Central Oregon. Now, it ships thousands of pounds of tof fee to both national and local vendors. Despite the company’s growth, the tof fee is prepared largely in the same way it was when the recipe was first created decades ago.

“The only one thing that we have mechanized, since my mother-in-law started making this almost 40 years ago, is the kettle with the steering arm,” said Randi Holm, owner and “chief toffee offi cer” at Holm Made Toffee.

That kettle heats up butter and sugar between 300-400 degrees that becomes the crunchy sweet toffee base that can then be topped to create any of Holm Made Toffee’s 12 flavors. Holm said the kettle seemed too big when they first bought it, but now the machine is on from 8 am to 6 pm nearly every day. The

toffee is made without any corn syrup, preservatives, soy or gluten. The result is a confectioner’s dream, and the Original Hazelnut Toffee won the bronze medal in the toffee category of the 2020 Inter national Chocolate Salon.

“We're never going to use corn syrup or cheap out and put fillers in there. I'd probably actually rather cease produc tion rather than change the recipe that we've been using for so many decades,” Holm said. “I think that's what really differentiates us is our quality ingredi ents sourced as locally as possible.”

Holm always uses dark chocolate and hazelnuts as a base for nearly all of its toffees. Then the toffee is topped with things like marionberries, cardamom and vanilla, gingerbread and more to make distinct flavors.

“We like the flavor profile of the dark chocolate with the sweetness of the sug ar. And then hazelnuts have a little bit of

reishi mushrooms that act as an anti-inflammato ry, chaga mushrooms that promote immune health, cordyceps known to increase adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and cardiovascular performance, and the lion’s mane for brain health.

Alexander and Rebel invited me to join them on a recent Friday to check out the extraction process they use to get as much healing benefits as they can from the mushrooms that go into their products. Key to their process is an ultrasonic extraction machine that utilizes sound waves to break up cell walls quickly and efficiently. Unlike some tinctures and other blends, which sit in a bath of water or alcohol to extract the product’s healing properties, the extraction machine makes the process faster and more potent.

Manuka Mana currently sells its products—includ ing tinctures, tonics and honey blends for immuni ty, brain and energy—online at its website and also at local markets. Find them at Schilling’s Maker Market Dec. 3 and 4 and at the Halo Holiday Market at Halo Hyperbaric & Healing on Dec. 3. They’ll also be at the Locavore Holiday Gift Faire on Dec. 10.

Find Manuka Mana online at manukamana.com.

natural bitterness to them. So we think that the dark chocolate lends itself well to the flavor,” Holm said.

One might think the candy business is sweet, but Holm said she’s had prob lems lately with supply chains and hiring that’ve disrupted several different indus tries. Butter is costing her about 70% more, chocolate was up over 40% last year and her orders of packaging have been delayed due to pulp shortages.

“We purchase as directly from the sources we can purchase as locally as we can, and try to cut out the middle man whenever possible and it's still just super costly and unsustainable,” Holm said. “My big ask this year is to not just shop small during shop small Saturday or Black Friday week, just to make it more of a habit, or a lot of us won't be around in the years to come.”

Holm Made Toffee is stocked in doz ens of Central Oregon stores and in

specialty shops across the country. The treat has even made it all the way to North Pole, Alaska — the town, not the northernmost point of the planet.

The artisan confectioner’s 40-year-old recipe is in shops across the country, though its most loyal base of customers are here in Central Oregon

Josiah Alexander and Courtney Rebel create their products at Prep in NE Bend.

Jack Harvel

Trays of toffee bound for local stores and more across the country.

Nicole Vulcan

From wellness products to charming art, we mined the local area to bring you some of the stories of things made in Cen tral Oregon—and where you can shop local to get them this Small Business Saturday.

Mixed Metal Masterpieces

Local jeweler Marianne Prodehl started Junk to Jems with a focus on recycled metals and soldering

By Allie Noland

Marianne Prodehl has been piecing together and soldering jewelry for the last 10 years at The Workhouse in Bend. Each piece is uniquely made and has its own personality. Prodehl’s jewelry is com posed of mainly recycled mixed metals, anything from old gutters to toolboxes to scrap pieces, and that’s what inspired the name of her business, “Junk to Jems.”

Statement rings and bigger earrings fill her dis play table, and each piece is a little different. The pro cess starts with a creative burst and ends with some polishing and perfecting. Prodehl’s work comes from experimentation and inspiration with the stones she selectively sources.

Once an idea starts to form, she goes with it. Pro dehl takes a piece of bezel wire, wraps it around the stone to fit and places that on a metal plate, the back ing of the piece. Then, she solders the bezel piece and plate together using two torches, tiny pieces of solder and a substance called flux, which is used to prepare the surface.

As soon as the torch is off and the pieces have fused, the piece gets placed into a pickle bath, a solution that treats the metal for impurities. The pickle bath also gets rid of the firescale, the dark colored layer that is created when metal heats up.

From there, the opportunities are endless. . . ear rings, a necklace, a ring. For rings, Prodehl cuts a strip of metal, sands the edges, hammers it around a siz ing tool until it reaches the desired shape, hammers

delicate textures into it and then connects the bezel piece with careful soldering. The stone is then placed and fitted in the metal creation. Details are added depending on Prodehl’s vision—anything from little metal dots to a floral texture to extra texture on the rim of the bezel.

“I am not a perfect jeweler,” Prodehl said. “I am an artistic jeweler. I call it rustic elegance. It’s my style.”

Five to six days a week, shoppers and art viewers can find Prodehl working away in her studio space at The Workhouse, the retail shop and active studio space for a handful of artists that also serves as a space for classes. Prodehl said she thrives in the environ ment because of her ability to engage with custom ers and feeling inspired by the surrounding artists. It allows human connection and the ability to fulfill cus tom orders.

On Saturday, The Workhouse is hosting a Shop Small 25% Off Sale. Junk to Jems is one of the first studio stations as visitors walk in. Shoppers can find unique pieces for their loved ones on the display stand.

Junk to Jems

Mon-Sun, 9-5pm The Workhouse 50 SE Scott St. #6, Bend junktojems.com

Marianne Prodehl creates original jewelry pieces and custom works in her studio, from rings to necklaces to earrings. Find her work online or at The Workhouse.

Allie Noland

Wrapping, Hammering and Bending Wire

Mitch Jewelry makes earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets at The Workhouse

By Allie Noland

It all started in careers class. You know, the one you take the quiz in to figure out what you’re supposed to be for the rest of your life? Some people are told they are meant to be doctors and end up as train conduc tors. Some people are told they are meant to be chefs and find themselves falling in love with music. Ashley Scholtes was told she was meant to be a jeweler. The careers class was right.

Scholtes is the owner of Mitch Jewelry in Bend. At the age of 17, it all clicked after she did a job shadow with a jeweler. At 21, she started Mitch Jewelry and hasn’t stopped creating since.

Mitch Jewelry is all about harmonious design, cold connection and functionality. The inspiration for Scholtes’ designs usually evolve from previous shapes or if Scholtes gets an idea, she sketches it out. After many years of making earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings, it comes naturally.

“As far as my process goes, I am just bending and hammering wire and listening to internet TV, like 'Grey’s Anatomy' and 'Game of Thrones,'” Scholtes said.

Cold connection is the process of joining togeth er two pieces of metal without using heat. To achieve these functional, clean-looking connections, Scholtes uses jump rings, rivets and wire wrapping. She keeps the materials simple, using mostly brass wire and a minimal number of stones and accents.

To make a pair of earrings, Scholtes cuts pieces of brass wire from a spool, selects her accent beads or

stones from her collection and starts threading, bend ing and wrapping. Scholtes uses pliers, hammers, wire cutters and her hands to carefully wrap and form her designs. Attaching the post or ear wire to the design shape is the last part of the process.

The pieces that shoppers buy from Mitch Jewelry are made to last. The elegant beauty and durability of the earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets are what make Scholtes’ jewelry widely popular. Mitch Jewelry is sold around the state, online and at The Workhouse.

Scholtes has had her studio space in The Work house for seven years and doesn’t take it for granted.

“Being around people that have the same mindset and same struggles as you, and people who can talk you through designs and just life,” Scholtes said. “We have all gotten to the point where we can rely on each other for all kinds of things.”

The Workhouse is hosting a Shop Small 25% Off Sale on Saturday. Holiday shoppers can find Mitch Jewelry in the furthest corner from the entrance with a large and bright display table filled with handmade, locally made jewelry.

Mitch Jewelry

Mon-Sun, 9am-5pm The Workhouse 50 SE Scott St. #6, Bend mitchjewelry.com

Ashley Scholtes, the owner of Mitch Jewelry, sells her work all over Oregon, online and in The Workhouse. Her work is 25% off at The Workhouse Shop Small Sale on Saturday, Nov. 26.

Allie Noland

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Central Oregon 2022 Holiday Market Roundup

By Allie Noland

After Thanksgiving, the holiday markets in Central Oregon start popping up in every corner: at brew eries, community centers, small businesses and anywhere else a couple of tables can fit for local ven dors to display their creations. The number of markets shows how powerfully Central Oregon supports local artisans, crafters and designers. Hundreds of vendors will be present during this holiday season at the 20+ markets we have included in this roundup.

FRIDAY 11/25

SATURDAY

11/26

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY HOLIDAY MARKET AT OPEN SPACE EVENTS STUDIO, BEND

Shop local while sipping on a mimosa and tasting holiday treats. This market is in partnership with Every Child, and attendees are encouraged to drop off toy donations for foster families in Central Oregon. A silent auction will take place during the vendor event to benefit Every Child. 9am-4pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY

HOLIDAY POP-UP MARKET AT THE COMMONS CAFE & TAPROOM, BEND

11/26

SATURDAY-SUNDAY

11/26-27

HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE AT FAITH, HOPE AND CHARITY VINEYARDS, TERREBONNE

Attendees can sip on award-winning wine while shop ping local vendors. Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards has a wine tasting room and serves food, so shoppers can make a day of it and stay for lunch. Saturday, 9am-4pm. Sunday, 10am-4pm. Free to attend.

PARK, REDMOND

HOLIDAY VILLAGE MARKET AT CENTENNIAL

Taking place in the cool, crisp air, this market fea tures local makers from around Redmond and the Central Oregon area. Bundle up with a hot chocolate or peppermint mocha, walk through the park and get started early on your Christmas shopping. 11am-5pm. Free to attend. FRIDAY-SUNDAY 11/25-27

WINTER

TRADITIONS:

Located in the heart of downtown Bend on the De schutes River, The Commons Cafe is hosting 15+ local vendors. Make your way downtown, sip on a latte and feel the giving spirit of Central Oregon. 10am-5pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY SHOP SMALL AT OLD IRONWORKS, BEND

HOLIDAY

11/26

Shoppers can find vintage treasures and handmade works of art at Gathered Wares’ market. Free inhouse-made ornament with any $75 or more pur chase. 9am-5pm. Free to attend.

SUNDAY 11/27

JUNIPER PRESERVE WINTER MARKET

Shop everything from skin care to gardening supplies to leather goods at Juniper Preserve. Check some holiday gift items off the list! 10am-3pm. Free to attend.

FRIDAY 12/2

BAZAAR

AT THE LA PINE COMMUNITY CENTER (PARKS & REC), LA PINE

This market is more than just shopping. In addition to the 50+ vendors, La Pine will host food trucks, Santa, the Grinch, crafts for kids, Christmas wine, hot drinks, senior class Christmas wreaths, Christmas music, contests and more. Friday and Saturday, 11am-7pm. Sunday, 10am-4pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY

11/26

SATURDAY-SUNDAY 11/26-27, 12/3-4, 12/10-11 AND 12/17-18

FIRST FRIDAY HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT THE ALE APOTHECARY TASTING ROOM, BEND

Sipping on a wild ale or sparkling wine while exploring this bazaar is the way to go! Shoppers will find pot tery, jewelry, art, sculpture, clothing, live music and more. 2-7pm. Free to attend. SATURDAY

MAGICAL MARKETS OF MERRIMENT AT SOMEWHERE THAT’S GREEN, BEND

This market series is taking place every weekend leading up to Christmas. Each weekend will feature a new set of Central Oregon’s favorite vendors, includ ing Teafly, Rustic Roots, Glaze and Stitch, Midnight Grim and more. Buy a plant while you’re there, too! 10am-5pm. Free to attend

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY MAKERS MARKET AT IMMERSION BREWING, BEND

Immersion and Charlotte Chanel Co’s holiday vendor market will be a party. With live music, a photo booth and raffles, supporting local artists, makers and creators has never been more fun. All proceeds will benefit NeighborImpact, a not-for-profit organization that serves economically disadvantaged residents. 5-9pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY

11/26-27

SUNRIVER HOLIDAY MARKET AT SUNRIVER RESORT HOMESTEAD, SUNRIVER

Over 40 vendors will be set up for shoppers to peruse. Families with children can catch a special Santa story time with a meet and greet on Sunday from noon2pm. Saturday, 9am-4pm. Sunday, 10am-4pm. Free to attend.

BEND HOLIDAWG MARKET AT SPIDER CITY BREWING, BEND

It’s all about the dogs at this holi(dawg)day market. Dogs are family, too, and they deserve presents. Bring your leashed dog, snap a picture with Santa and shop locally with a variety of vendors. 1-5pm. Free to attend.

Photo courtesy of Faith Hope and Charity Vineyards

Photo courtesy of Somewehere That's Green Instagram

Photo courtesy of Dog Guide Bend

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Photo courtesy of Immersion Brewing Instagram

SATURDAY

12/3

WESTSIDE CHRISTMAS MARKET AT WESTSIDE CHURCH, BEND

Over 30 local vendors will feature hand-crafted products made right here in Central Oregon. Find treasures for your family members. 9am-2pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY 12/3

WINTER WONDERLAND HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT CALDERA HIGH SCHOOL, BEND

Holiday shop during the first week of December at Caldera High School, with items such as jewelry to lo cally made food products. Noon-5pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY 12/3-4

SATURDAY

SATURDAY 12/17

HOLIDAYS MAKERS MARKET AT MIDTOWN YACHT CLUB, BEND

Santa and Mrs. Claus will welcome shoppers with open arms and a bunch of food truck options. Shop lo cal, sip on a beer and eat from some of Bend’s favorite trucks. Noon-5pm. Free to attend.

SUNDAY 12/18

WINTER BAZAAR AT GENERAL DUFFY’S, REDMOND

This is Redmond’s last minute holiday shopping event that you can’t miss! With vendors filling the annex and spilling outside into a tent, there will be a variety of locally made goods to shop. Attendees can buy food from the trucks and grab a drink while they peruse. 10am-5pm. Free to attend.

SUNDAY 12/18

LOCAVORE HOLIDAY GIFT FAIRE AT UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH, BEND

It feels good when your dollars are supporting a vi brant local arts scene. Locavore’s vendors are all from Central Oregon and are ready for shoppers. Snacks, warm beverages and lunch will be available. 10am4pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY

12/17

RESELLERS ROW AT OPEN SPACE EVENT STUDIOS, BEND

SCHILLING’S HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET AT SCHILLING'S GARDEN MARKET, TUMALO

This vendor lineup of over 35 local creators is hard to beat. Fresh wreaths, food carts, coffee and hot cocoa and baked goods will be available for attendees. Bun dle up for this outdoor market and get into the holiday spirit. 10am-5pm. $15 to attend.

WEDNESDAY

TETHEROW’S ANNUAL WINTER BAZAAR AT TETHEROW RESORT EVENT PAVILION, BEND

12/7

Find vintage clothing and resellers at this specialty holiday market. Looking for a sustainable way to shop for the holidays? This might be your answer. Everything shoppers will find is upcycled to be resold. Support local buyers at this market. 10am-3pm. Free to attend.

SATURDAY

12/17

HAPPY CAMPERS MARKET LASTMINUTE SHOPPING EVENT AT NORDIC CONSTRUCTION, BEND

Still don’t have a holiday present by the end of the list and end of the month? This is one of your last chances to buy local and get free wrapping! Find over a dozen vendors ready to check things off your list, including handmade soap, pottery, candles, baked goods, jewel ry and more. 11am-3pm. Free to attend.

We tried to collect all the holiday markets in Cen tral Oregon, but events are popping up every day. Visit our online calendar to stay updated with holiday mar kets and everything Central Oregon related. There are so many opportunities to shop local this year, so the Central Oregon community better take advantage of it.

Support your neighbors at Tetherow Resort’s bazaar. Local vendors will fill the pavilion, with new and famil iar faces. 4-8pm. Free to attend.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY

12/9-10

CHRISTMAS IN POWELL BUTTE AT POWELL BUTTE COMMUNITY CENTER, POWELL BUTTE

Over 40 vendors will be selling everything from food products to handmade earrings to glass art. Catch the Route 20 food truck that will keep shoppers fueled all weekend long. Friday, 2-7pm. Saturday, 9am-4pm. Free to attend.

WAYPOINT HOLIDAY MARKET AT THE GROVE, BEND

Find new and well-loved local vendors at Waypoint’s market. Celebrate the power of shopping at this 2nd annual holiday market. 11am-3pm. Free to attend.

The Workhouse and the Old Iron Works Art District made an announcement on Tuesday, Nov. 22 that the Craft 0! market was canceled due to complications with the city permit process in time to host the event. This well-loved holiday market has been running for 11 years and has seen tremendous support from the community over its course. The announcement stated that Craft-0! 2023 is in the works and the art district is looking forward to what is coming next.

You can still support the vendors and art ists by shopping at other holiday markets and by visiting the studio spaces at The Work house for its 25% Off Shop Small Sale on Saturday, Nov. 26.

Photo courtesy of Schillings Garden Market Facebook

Photo courtesy of Locavore Website

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FRIDAY

11/25

MONDAY

HARRY POTTER MOVIE TRIVIA

CALLING ALL POTTERHEADS

Think you know the most about Harry Potter? Maybe you do, maybe you don’t. Bevel Brewing is hosting a trivia night to test your knowledge from all of the books and movies. With steep competition and excit ing prizes, grab your muggle friends and battle it out against other groups. Mon., Nov. 28, 6pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Free.

TUESDAY 11/29

SANTA’S AERIAL APPEARANCE

HELICOPTER VISIT FROM SANTA CLAUS

To kick off SantaLand in the Old Mill, Santa Claus is flying in via helicopter with AirLink Critical Care Transport. No reindeer this time! Families are invited out to watch Santa land, meet him, talk to the pilots and celebrate the beginning of Christmas season. Fri., Nov. 25, 10am. Old Mill District, 450 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend. Free.

FRIDAY 11/25

TECHNO SOUNDS

ALL FEMALE LINEUP

This 21+ event is blasting Detroit/Berlin style tech no beats for a night of dance and feeling the music. Jessica Versace, Jenesis and other female techno DJ/artists will take the stage and play beats that will keep the night alive. Sat., Nov. 26, 10:30pm. Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $15

THE NUTCRACKER: A CHILD’S TALE ACADÉMIE DE BALLET CLASSIQUE

BRINGS A CLASSIC

Dress up in your finest holiday dress and make your way down to the Tower Theatre for this holiday ballet. Young ballerinas will perform The Nutcracker, the story about the magic of childhood. Sat., Nov. 26, 1:30pm & 6pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $19/children 12 and under, $26- $45/adults (plus $3 historic fee). SUNDAY 11/27

HILLSTOMP

JAMMIN’ JUNKBOX BLUES

A Portland-based band is making its way to Cen tral Oregon for a good time. This “do-it-yourself hill country blues stomp” duo performs with unmatched liveliness and stage magic. Hillstomp is one of those bands that makes you get up on your feet as soon as the music starts. Fri., Nov. 25, 9-11:30pm.Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $12.

FRIDAY 11/25

SMITH ROCK RIVER TRAIL PARTY

GET OFF YOUR TURKEY-FILLED BUTT

Join the Trailkeepers of Oregon and Beyond Racing in fixing up the trails at Smith Rock State Park. This volunteering event is the perfect way to show your thanks for nature and get moving after Thanksgiving dinner. Grab a friend or a family member, get your gloves on and go! Fri., Nov. 25, 10am-2:30pm. Smith Rock State Park, 9241 NE Crooked River Dr., Terre bonne. Free.

THE LOWEST PAIR

IT ALL STARTED WITH SINGING AROUND A FIRE

This string-picking pair performs experimental folk music. The Lowest Pair’s stripped down versions and live performances are full of pure vocal harmonies, imaginative lyrics and love for nature. This Central Oregon performance is one not to miss. Sun., Nov. 27, 8-10pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $12.

“REFLECTION OF SELF”

WHAT IT MEANS TO BE FREE IN THE LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY

This film screening shares the voices from members in the LGBTQIA+ community, and the empowering stories of self-expression, self-love and creating an inviting space for others. In partnership with World Muse, Unlocked Film and OUT Central Oregon, all proceeds will go to The Cult of Tuck. Tue., Nov. 29, 5:30pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $10.

WEDNESDAY 11/30

BINGO WITH A BRIT

AVID CIDER HOSTING NEW BINGO

New bingo in Bend?! You heard it right. Games start at $3 and go down to $1 through the night, and attend ees get to play 6-8 games with Michael as the MC. This bingo night is bringing life to Wednesday nights in the Box Factory. Feeling lucky? Get a card and play! Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 190, Bend. Free.

WEDNESDAY 11/30

“NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION”

CLASSIC HOLIDAY MOVIE LAUNCHES US INTO DECEMBER

Watch the Griswold family start an epic holiday journey that turns into absolute disaster. Cozy up with your family and friends in the Tower Theatre to watch a well-loved Christmas movie. If you’ve been wanting to watch or rewatch this movie, this is the time! Wed., Nov. 30, 7pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $17 - $27 (plus $3 historic fee).

Photo courtesy of Hillstomp Facebook

Photo courtesy of Old Mill (Santa Aerial)

Photo courtesy of The Lowest Pair Facebook

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Christmas in Hawaii with Jake Shimabukuro

Plenty of people would like to be in a tropical paradise this time of year. A star of the ukulele brings that vibe here with an upcoming show at the Tower

By Dave Gil de Rubio

fifth-generation Japanese American found himself a part of the award-winning local trio Pure Heart along side percussionist Lopaka Colón and guitarist/vocalist Jon Yamasoto.

By 2002, Shimabukuro had signed a multi-album record deal with Sony Music Japan International. It was a major career inflection point for the young musi cian that struck him when the ink was barely dry on his contract.

“When I signed my first record deal—it was a sev en-album recording deal back in 2000 with Sony Music in Japan,” he said. “I think that was the first time I felt that pressure, knowing I had to come up with seven albums and I’d never done a solo record before. It was the first time I felt pressure that there was this oth er side to it and that it wasn’t just for fun. And while I had deadlines and new responsibilities, it was such a great learning experience. There were times when it was hard, challenging and frustrating, but I learned so much. I had a really great A&R person working with me at Sony who pushed me, gave me ideas and songs to lis ten to and would suggest I try this or that.”

In the world of stringed instruments, the four-string ukulele has a small and kitschy niche that was asso ciated with the likes of the late Tiny Tim and vaude ville. More recently, it’s gotten a slightly cooler image as artists ranging from actress Zooey Deschanel to musicians Nellie McKay and Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder have been using the uke to express themselves.

But the biggest advance is coming courtesy of Jake Shimabukuro. Not unlike what Bela Fleck has done for the banjo, Jake Shimabukuro is doing the same for this humble instrument associated with Hawaii and trop ical shirts. And while the aforementioned Deschanel, McKay and Vedder are serviceable players, Shima bukuro has spent the past two decades as a solo artist, giving the uke a far higher pop culture presence.

Expect this elevation to go next level with the release of “Jake & Friends,” a 16-track project that finds the Hawaiian native pulling a Frank Sinatra-type “Duets”like collaboration with an array of artists ranging from Willie Nelson and Bette Midler to Ziggy Marley, Jon Anderson, Michael McDonald and Jimmy Buffett. It’s a labor of love whose seeds were planted four years ago by Shimabukuro’s agent Dan Fletcher.

“Dan was telling me that I had to do a duets kind of record and then he started naming some artists,” Shimabukuro recalled in a recent interview. “I thought it would be awesome, but in the back of my head, I never thought it was going to happen. The thing that really got the ball rolling for us was when Ray Ben son agreed to co-produce it with us. The first phone call he made was to Willie Nelson, who said he’d do it, and two months later we were in the studio record ing ‘Stardust.’ Once we had that track down, it gave the album credibility and momentum. Before we knew it, we did tracks with Michael McDonald and Bet te Midler. We started it pre-pandemic, but finished it

during the lockdown.”

Opening with an ethereal reading of Stevie Won der’s “A Place In the Sun,” which finds Shimabukuro providing a musical bed for fellow Hawaiian Jack John son and guest vocalist Paula Fuga, “Jake & Friends” allows the soft-spoken instrumentalist to flex his musical muscles across a broad swath of musical genres. “Smokin’ Strings” finds him doing a delicate back-and-forth with bluegrass virtuoso Billy Strings that eventually morphs into a foot-stomping explosion of fleet-fingered fretting from both parties. Elsewhere he delves into canons of Jimmy Buffett (“Come Mon day”) and Bette Midler (“The Rose”) with help from the song’s respective authors.

And as someone who broke onto the scene when a performance of “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” went viral back in 2006, Shimabukuro does a healthy deep dive into The Beatles songbook on cuts featuring Mar ley (“All You Need is Love”), Anderson (“A Day In the Life”) and Vince Gill and Amy Grant (“Something”). It all adds up to an experience that has left Shimabukuro both grateful and humbled.

“Each [session] has its own story and memorable moments,” he said. “In general, what I really love about this album is how diverse it is. As a fan of the ukulele, I just love how it’s being presented in all these differ ent styles with these iconic voices and artists from dif ferent genres. In my wildest dreams, I never thought I would hear a ukulele played with Sonny Landreth’s guitar. Or Warren Haynes. Or Jon Anderson’s voice. And it doesn’t even have to be me playing. For my own ears in my lifetime to hear the ukulele with that sound still just blows my mind.”

Shimabukuro’s relationship with the uke goes back to his mother placing the instrument in his hands at the tender age of four. In his early 20s, the

Like many of his musical peers, the pandemic turned out to be the one force of nature that forced Shimabukuro to slow down. With two young children at home and a wife who works in health care, he didn’t find himself playing for the first five or six months of the lockdown. But with his children shifting from remote learning to returning to school, the siren song of the uke called him back.

“After a certain point, I’d be up late at night and I couldn’t get to sleep,” he said. “I have a little home stu dio and I’d go in there and start writing and recording myself play. That really helped because I’m not good about sharing my feelings and talking about how I feel about things. Music helps me to navigate those things so I feel like I’m expressing them somehow. I did a lot of playing by myself and it really helped me through a lot.”

Now Shimabukuro is back on the road doing his Christmas in Hawaii holiday tour to finish out the year. As someone who has fully embraced and thoroughly missed the synergy of playing before a live audience, Shimabukuro is relishing the experience to the point where he had an unexpected reaction during his first post-lockdown show.

“I’ll never forget that our first show back was in Clearwater, Florida,” he said. “I walked out there and started my first song. When I was done and hit the last chord, everybody was cheering and it hit me. I hadn’t felt that in so long and I started crying because it was so emotional. I remember later on in the night, I joked around that I was so grateful to be performing in front of a live audience again because I forgot what that was like. It comes back to enjoying the kind of connection you can make with the audience. Just the joy you can share through music, creativity and being in the moment.”

Jake Shimabukuro: Christmas in Hawaii

Thu., Dec. 15, 7:30pm Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend Towertheatre.org $37-$57

The jolly ambassador of aloha comes to Bend Dec. 15.

Kayoko Yamamoto

Jazz At the Oxford Hotel

Checking out Bend’s lux jazz scene

By Doone Lupine Williams

For 10 years now, Jazz at The Oxford has sold out every single one of the shows that happen just five times a year. For the past decade, the Oxford Hotel — boutique and luxury 4.5 star hotel in the heart of Downtown Bend — has brought talented (I’m talking Grammy Award-winning talented) jazz musicians to the intimate ballroom of the hotel. That’s quite the luxury jazz scene for little ol’ Bend.

“The Central Oregon community has had the unique opportunity to wel come an incredible and diverse line up of world-class artists each season.” said Sara Hammoudeh, brand & com munications strategist at the Oxford. Attendees don’t even have to be staying at the Oxford to attend a JATO show. In fact, the Oxford and its featured artists host a jazz workshop for aspiring musi cians the Saturday morning of each of the five yearly shows, led by local jazz educationalist Georges Bouhey and his studio, “Studio20.”

After a two-year hiatus during the pandemic, Jazz at The Oxford is cur rently in its 11th year and going strong. Series passes are priced at $325 and prices range from $55-60 for general

admission per show — if you can get your hand on a ticket (wink). While attending a JATO show, it’s not just the live music attendees experience in the hotel’s intimate ballroom. The ball room is transformed into a jazz club where people can dine, drink and snack a la carte from the hotel’s ground-level restaurant, ROAM. Series passes include valet parking for JATO guests and can be added onto general tickets. How lux are we, Bend?

“Jazz is such a wonderful genre of music with such a rich history across the nation. We are honored to have encour aged an even bigger jazz culture in Bend, alongside Jazz at Joe’s who began two years before us in 2007. For JATO, being hosted in more of an upscale boutique hotel ballroom, it provides more of a culturally diverse experience and opens you up to a different world – it’s differ ent from anything else in Bend, or any other ‘concert’ that you can attend,” Hammoudeh claims enthusiastically. “It gives audiences a feeling of some thing more elevated, or more sought-af ter as an annual event that has become so essential to the community. Plus, it creates even more of a memorable

experience being able to stay in the hotel, where you’ll find several odes to Jazz in frames hung all over the walls!”

The seed for JATO was planted by Curt Baney, CEO at Oxford Corporate, who has always had a strong passion for music and wanted to do something to benefit the community of his hometown of Bend—which translates this local luxury into what it truly and simply is: a family-run business and passion project.

“We have a niche fan base that is dedicated and will return to JATO each year,” says Hammoudeh. “. . . it’s almost like our hospitality expertise from man aging a four-diamond luxury boutique hotel has translated into this series as well, and our guests have been made to feel right at home with this exciting annual event.”

As a testament to its enduring popu larity, some Jazz at the Oxford fans and longtime supporters will secure their same exact seats year after year. The Oxford Hotel team believes that is what makes their shows so intimate. Having familiar faces in the crowd year after year adds to the authenticity of the jazz scene JATO has created. Many guests attending Jazz at the Oxford choose to

stay at the Oxford Hotel.

Programmed by Patrick Lamb Pro ductions, the 2022-23 Jazz series will host 125 seats per concert, with five con certs total and three shows per concert for a significant audience size of 1,875. Where seating is organized in a manner that allows the audience to feel like they are part of the show. Upcoming shows include Grammy nominated female Jazz singer Carmen Lundy, Haley Renhard— third place winner during the 10th sea son of American Idol and Billboard Chart Topping R&B/Jazz Saxaphonist, Eric Darius. See below for show dates and ticket info!

Upcoming JATO Shows:

Jan. 13-14 | Carmen Lundy, Grammy nominated Feb. 10-11 | Haley Reinhart, 10th Season of American Idol March 10-11 | Eric Darius, released first independent album at age 17

Tickets can be purchased at jazzattheoxford.com

Past performers at the Oxford Jazz Series include the Charlie Porter Quintet, left, and Chris Brubeck.

Photos courtesy of The Oxford Hotel Photo

23 Wednesday

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Bingo with a Brit Join with the favorite bloke Michael as MC, and win prizes, swag, gift cards and a once-amonth cash jackpot. Discounted beverages, $3 first card, $2 second card and each card after that just $1! 6:30-8:30pm.

The Belfry Tommy Castro and The Pain killers Whether he’s squeezing out the deepest blues or playing the funkiest soul grooves, legendary blues and soul giant Tommy Castro knows how to ignite a crowd. Over the course of his still-unfolding career, the guitarist, vocalist and songwriter has released 15 albums ranging from horn-fueled soul and R&B to piping hot blues to fiery rock ‘n’ roll. 7:30-11pm. $25.

Cabin 22 Trivia Wednesdays It’s not your average quiz night. Team up to win gift cards. It’s fun and free to play, with Locals’ Day featuring Crater Lake and local craft beer specials. Get here this week! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

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

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Coyote Willow Cello-fired Americana music at Crosscut! 6-8pm. Free.

Pour House Grill Ultimate Trivia Night with Clif Come to Pour House Grill for the best trivia night in town, guaranteed. With new questions every week written by the host Clif, and inter esting gameplay including wager style Double Jeopardy and Final Jeopardy questions, Pour House Trivia Night will have you on the edge of your seat! 6-8pm. Free.

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

General Duffy’s Waterhole Live Music

Wednesdays Stop by for live music by local artists every Wednesday night in the Annex at General Duffy’s Waterhole. See artists like Parker Steers, Tony Buckman, Phillip Austin and others! 7-9pm. Free.

Hub City Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to kara oke tune? Come to Hub City every Wednesday and Thursday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. 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, which ever comes first. 21+. 6:30pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Accoustic Open Mic w/ Derek Michael Marc Head down to the Northside Bar and Grill Wednesdays to catch local artists perform live. 7-9pm. Free.

Seven Nightclub & Restaurant The CO Show The CO Show is a free comedy showcase! Doors open at 7pm show starts at 8pm! Central Oregon Comedy Scene and Karaokaine produc tions have teamed up to bring this show to you! It’s co-hosted with multiple hosts, co-produced for Central Oregon! 8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Song & Story with Pete Kartsounes Pete is an award-winning flat picker singer-songwriter and cutting-edge mu sician’s musician. No stranger to life out on the road, Pete has spent over two decades bringing his voice and guitar to stages all over the world. Come experience one of Bend’s finest talents! 6-8pm. Free.

24 Thursday

American Legion LaPine Thanksgiving Day with Captain Jack Thanksgiving Day with music (Captain Jack) and food! Open to the pub lic. 1-4pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Thursdays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! It’s free to play. Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free.

Hub City Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to kara oke tune? Come to Hub City every Wednesday and Thursday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. Free.

Big E’s Sports Bar Big E’s Open Mic Open mic from 6-9pm. Sign-ups at 5:30pm. Three song/15-minute limit. Minors allowed. Singles/ duos/trios. No drum sets. Great food and bever age from Big E’s Sportsbar menu. Original music or covers. A warm and friendly environment to share those precious creative moments. 6-9pm. Free.

Porter Brewing Co. Live Music with The Ballybogs Grab a pint, sit back, relax and enjoy live music by an amazing group of artists that brings the best Irish Trad Music in Central Ore gon! Every Thursday at Porter! 6-8pm. Free.

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.

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M&J Tavern Shade 13 / Blackflowers Blacksun / Billy and the Box Kid Shade 13, Blackflowers Blacksun and Billy and the Box Kid perform. Family, friends and others or dancers, hopheads and connoisseurs, depending on your friends. Come on down and dance it out, baby! 8pm-2am. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Ugly Sweater Old School Bend House Party A special party ded icated to all the old school Bend family and the best ugly holiday sweaters you can rock! Prizes for the best ugly sweaters! DJ Raider Mystic will perform. 9pm-Midnight. $5 at the door.

Lodge & Boathouse

Suttle Lodge Thanksgiving Dinner Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner! We’ll host you inside the main lodge, family-style, with a menu crafted by our Chef. More details are coming but if you want to reserve your spot early get your tickets now! 3-6pm.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Hill stomp Portland junkbox blues duo Hillstomp is infamous for digging through the dumps and forgotten backwoods of American music, recy cling traditional elements into a refreshing and distinctive brand of do-it-yourself hill country blues stomp. North Mississippi trance blues, a bit of Appalachia, and a dash of punkabilly come clanging and tumbling from assorted buckets, cans and BBQ lids, all drenched in rambunctious slide guitar. Somehow it works. 9-11:30pm. $12.

A tuba, two trumpets, a trombone and a horn come together to create the beautiful sound that is Canadian Brass. This group started in 1970 and has toured around the world. Tower Theatre is hosting Canadian Brass and the rich sounds of its instruments at 7:30pm on Monday, Nov. 28.

Photo courtesy of Canadian Brass Facebook

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.

Hub City Bar & Grill DJ/Karaoke Nights Dj dance music intermingled with karaoke! 8pm. Free.

Bend Cider Co. David Reeves David Reeves will play on the Bend Cider stage. His beautiful voice paired with graceful keyboard playing will be a treat to listen to. Come sit by the fire, enjoy some Southeast Asian food from Tekka Tiger and drink delicious cider. 3-5pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Drunk History: Holiday Edition Local standup come dians talk about the history of many holidays (including the big ones) in the sloppiest way pos sible. Come down early and get dinner from their amazing menu. Craft Beer is on tap along with cider and great cocktails! 21+. Strong content expected. We are committed to providing enter tainment that is free from racism, homophobia and transphobia. 8-10pm. $10.

Flights Wine Bar Live Music at Flights Come grab a great glass of wine, have an incredible dinner and enjoy live music every Sunday at Flights Wine Bar. 6-8pm. Free.

Hub City Bar & Grill DJ/Karaoke Nights Dj dance music intermingled with karaoke! 8pm. Free.

Maragas Winery Lisa Dae Trio Local Bend jazz vocalist, Lisa Dae, will perform as a trio. Come and enjoy the new tap room with the sounds of live jazz. Lisa Dae on vocals/drums. Don McFarlane on keys. Evan Brawn on bass. 1-4pm. Free.

Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex Techno Sounds Join in this immersive Detroit/Berlin style techno show at the famous Domino Room in Downtown Bend. All female lineup! 10:30pm. $15.

Northside Bar & Grill Derek Michael Marc Classic rock and blues singer Derek Michael Marc takes the stage at Northside Bar & Grill. 8-11pm. Free.

The Outfitter Bar at Seventh Mountain Resort Mikey Bilello Join in the speakeasy for free live music with Mikey Bilello. Mikey is a fingerstyle and tapping guitar player influenced by Charlie Hunter, he brings a rare kind of solo performance. His seven-string hybrid guitar provides some serious bass line dynamic with melody. 4-7pm. Free.

River’s Place Saturday Jazz Sessions Some thin’ Good Duo plays jazz and acoustic versions of hits throughout the years — "Just the Two of Us," "Spooky," "Up from the Skies," "How High the Moon" and more! 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Bob Baker & Mark Bar ringer Bob Baker and Mark Barringer bring their dynamic duo to Silver Moon Brewing. 4pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing So Much House Music Party All the best vibes. All the best house music. All the best people. Come for a good time and night full of dance and house music. 21+ event. 8pm-1am. $20.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Living Loving Led (Tribute To Led Zeppelin) Living Loved Led is an irresistible energy, a literally transformative fire. Weaving classic live versions into album versions, all songs are performed in the original keys, complete with three-piece harmonies, keyboards and acoustics, a rock ‘n’ roll show guaranteed to put you directly on the stairway to heaven! Seeing Living Loved Led is like taking an aesthetic multivitamin — the show and the mem bers are always gorgeous! Inspiring for men, women and children of all ages! 9-11:30pm. $20.

Worthy Brewing Live Music Saturdays Every Saturday Worthy Brewing will put on a live show! Come enjoy beers and music. 6-8pm. Free.

27 Sunday

The Astro Lounge Local Artist Spotlight Sundays This is a chance to listen to Central Or egon’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.

Flights Wine Bar Trivia at Flights Wine Bar Join Sundays for trivia with King Trivia! Free to play! Get a group together, and come get nerdy! Awesome prizes and as always, delicious food and drinks! 4-6pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Big Band Open Jam All welcome to sing or play an instrument, just come on in and get on Gordy’s sign-up sheet. 5-8pm. Free.

Maragas Winery Lisa Dae Trio Local Bend jazz vocalist, Lisa Dae, will perform as a trio. Come and enjoy the new tap room with the sounds of live jazz. Lisa Dae on vocals/drums. Don McFarlane on keys. Evan Brawn on bass. 1-4pm. Free.

River’s Place Trivia Sundays at Noon 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 Alex Winters Born and raised in Oklahoma, current Bend resident Alex Winters has been making music for more than 15 years in bands, orchestras and as a solo artist. 5-7pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Not Cho Grandma’s Bingo Not Cho’ Grandma’s Bingo is back at Silver Moon Brewing! The brewery hosts the famous bingo event for good times and a chance to win some cold hard cash! 10am-1pm. Free.

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

Volcanic Theatre Pub The Lowest Pair During the spring and summer of 2020, The Lowest Pair (Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee) found themselves camping and sharing songs around the fire with two dear friends and incredible musicians Adam Roszkiewicz and Leif Karlstrom of the instrumental duo Small Town Therapy. Founding members of the progressive string band Front Country, multi-instrumentalists Adam and Leif bring a new dynamic palette of colors to Kendl and Palmer’s own instrumental prowess and expressive lyricism. 8-10pm. $12.

28 Monday

The Astro Lounge Open Mic Mondays

Amazing top notch talent, jaw dropping! All musicians and comedians are welcome from first-timers to pros. Hosted by Nancy Blake and Danny Guitar Harris, two longtime local musi cians. Very supportive and can provide instru ments if needed. 8pm. Free.

Bevel Craft Brewing Harry Potter Movie Trivia Night Welcoming wizards and muggles to this night of trivia celebrating Harry Potter Movies! Themed attire is highly encour aged and welcomed! 6pm. Free.

On Tap Locals’ Day Plus Live Music Cheaper drinks all day and live music at night, get down to On Tap. 11am-9pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Mondays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! It’s free to play. Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free.

Elixir Wine Group Locals Music Night Enjoy live musicians, great wine and small bites. 6-9pm. Free.

Tower Theatre Canadian Brass With an international reputation as one of the most popular brass ensembles today, Canadian Brass has truly earned the distinction of “the world’s most famous brass group." Masters of concert presentations, Canadian Brass has developed a uniquely engaging stage presence and rapport with audiences. Each of their concerts will show the full range from trademark Baroque and Dixieland tunes to new compositions and arrangements created especially for them – from formal classical presentation to music served up with lively dialogue and theatrical effects. The hallmark of any Canadian Brass performance is entertainment, spontaneity, virtuosity and, most of all, fun – but never at the expense of the music: Whatever the style, the music is central and performed with utmost dedication, skill and excellence. 7:30pm. $37 - $57 (plus $3 Historic Preservation Fee).

29 Tuesday

Cheba Hut Trivia Tuesday Come play Useless Knowledge Bowl! UKB’s live trivia game show is no ordinary trivia night! Bring your team this week! “2 Wheel Tuesday” and “Service Industry” specials with 25% off on bar tabs, too! 6-8pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Story tellers Open-Mic StoryTellers open-mic nights are full of music, laughs and community. In the old house Bill Powers of Honey Don’t and several other projects in town, hosts one of the best open mics in town. Sign-ups start at 5pm sharp in the cafe, and spots go quick. 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. 6pm. Free.

Junction Roastery Bill Powers Featuring beer, wine, mimosas, bloodies, baked goods and more! 1:30pm. Free.

Midtown Yacht Club Dustin Does Trivia Dustin’s high energy and positive vibes will bring the community together; creating an experience not-done-before in the trivia scene! Five rounds of trivia with extra points going to teams that go “all in” on the playful side of the night! Prizes for first and second place. Every other Tuesday, 7-9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Eric Leadbetter & Friends Local artist, Eric Leadbetter, hosts his fellow musicians for this weekly free show every Tuesday. Come sit out on the brewery’s patio and enjoy an evening of music, food and most import ant... stellar craft beers! 6-8pm. Free.

30 Wednesday

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Bingo with a Brit Join with the favorite bloke Michael as MC, and win prizes, swag, gift cards and a once-amonth cash jackpot. Discounted beverages, $3 first card, $2 second card and each card after that just $1! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Cabin 22 Trivia Wednesdays Useless Knowl edge Bowl Live Trivia Game Show! It’s not your average quiz night. Team up to win gift cards. It’s fun and free to play, with Locals’ Day featuring Crater Lake and local craft beer specials. Get here this week! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

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

Deschutes Brewery Public House Head

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

Pete Karsounes is a finger-picking singer-songwriter who lives in Bend. He performs live music, teach es guitar and is heavily involved in the music scene in Central Oregon. With a background in performing bluegrass, Kartsounes performs around Central Oregon and at Silver Moon Brewing every Wednesday from 6-8pm.

Photo courtesy of Pete K Music Facebook

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 John Shipe Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music every Wed. from 6-8pm. 6-8pm. Free.

General Duffy’s Waterhole Live Music Wednesdays Stop by for live music by local artists every Wednesday night in the Annex at General Duffy’s Waterhole. See artists like Parker Steers, Tony Buckman, Phillip Austin and others! 7-9pm. Free.

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City Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to kara oke tune? Come to Hub City every Wednesday and Thursday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. 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, which ever comes first. 21+. 6:30pm. Free.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

The Rhythm Collective The Rhythm Collective combines the latin rhythm section from the band Chiringa, and top jazz musicians playing Latin and African jazz and funk. The three percussion ists lay down an infectious groove and Heather (Chiringa) adds her sultry vocals. 6-9pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Accoustic Open Mic w/ Derek Michael Marc Head down to the Northside Bar and Grill Wednesdays to catch local artists perform live. 7-9pm. Free.

Pour House Grill Ultimate Trivia Night with Clif Come to Pour House Grill for the best trivia night in town, guaranteed. With new questions every week written by the host Clif, and inter esting gameplay including wager style Double Jeopardy and Final Jeopardy questions, Pour House Trivia Night will have you on the edge of your seat! 6-8pm. Free.

Seven Nightclub & Restaurant The CO Show

The CO Show is a free comedy showcase! Doors open at 7pm show starts at 8pm! Central Oregon Comedy Scene and Karaokaine produc tions have teamed up to bring this show to you! It’s co-hosted with multiple hosts, co-produced for Central Oregon! 8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Song & Story with Pete Kartsounes Pete is an award-winning flat picker singer-songwriter and cutting-edge mu sician’s musician. No stranger to life out on the road, Pete has spent over two decades bringing his voice and guitar to stages all over the world. Come experience one of Bend’s finest talents! 6-8pm. Free.

MUSIC

Open Hub Singing Club Sing in communi ty... for the simple joy of creating meaning and beauty together! All voices and experience levels welcome. The group believes singing is a birth right and are reclaiming this ancient technology for belonging and well-being. The group sings easy-to-learn delicious songs in the paperless aural tradition. First timers are free! Lalalalala! Sundays, 1-2:30pm. First Presbyterian Heritage Hall, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-2416182. openhubsinging@gmail.com. $10-$20.

Sunday Brunch and Karaoke Wake up right with brunch and karaoke! Sundays, 10am3pm. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. Free.

DANCE

Scottish Country Dance Scottish Country Dance class is on Mon. from 7-9pm at the Sons of Norway Building, 549 NW Harmon. A chance to socialize and get a bit of exercise, too. Beginners are welcome. All footwork, figures and social graces will be taught and reviewed. Contact 541508-9110. Mondays, 7-9pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-5089110. allely@bendbroadband.com. $5.

Argentine

Tango Classes and Dance

Join every Wednesday for Tango classes and dancing! Your first class is free. 6:30-7pm Tango 101 Class, no partner needed! 7-8pm All levels class. 8-9:30pm Open dancing. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-728-3234. tangocentraloregon@gmail.com. $5-$10.

Beginning Salsa Class Totally fun, sexy and easier than you might think! Beginning is for newbies; beginning plus is for those who know the basics. 4-week series $40/person, starts Wed., Nov. 2, no partner needed, just bring a smile! Register in advance w/ Victoria. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Through Nov. 23. Bend Dance, SW Porcupine Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-410-0048. salsavictoria@yahoo.com. $40.

Nia Fusion of dance, martial arts and healing arts focusing on reconnecting to body sensations and the body’s natural way of movement through form, freedom and play. You will dance though deep intention and joyful expressions to connect to your true nature. Wednesdays, 8-9am and Sat urdays, 11am-Noon. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA320, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga. com. $20/drop-In.

The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale

Valerie Holgers’ Académie de Ballet Classique is proud to present The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale at The Tower Theatre on Nov. 26. This holiday ballet takes place on the eve of Christmas when a young girl, Clara, befriends a nutcracker. The nutcracker magically comes to life to bravely fight an evil mouse king to whisk Clara away to a land filled with dolls, sugar plums, bon bons and snow fairies. Opening this Thanksgiving week end, The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale is a festive start to the holiday season. There are two shows this year! Nov. 26, 1:30 and 6pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-317-0700. info@towertheatre.org. $19/children 12 and under, $26/adults (plus historic fees).

FILM EVENTS

“A Reflection of Self” Film

Screening Join World Muse, Unlocked Films and OUT Central Oregon for an opportunity to listen, learn and support the community mem bers. “A Reflection of Self” shares the stories of LGBTQIA+ community members, exploring what it means to be free. A screening dedicated to the memory of Alex Simpson. Nov. 29, 6pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. info@openspace. studio. $10.

“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” More than anything, the well-mean ing Clark Griswold yearns for a special “Griswold Family Christmas.” After months of careful planning and Clark’s ideal Christmas unravels, can he keep it together and recognize the true meaning of Christmas? Nov. 30, 7pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541317-0700. info@towertheatre.org. $17 - $27 (plus $3 Historic Preservation Fee).

Screening: The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez Join at Worthy Brewing for a screening of The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez — Hawaii native and now Bend resident, Gerry is one of the most influential surfers and surfboard shapers of all time. Watch his amazing story! Nov. 25, 6pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-706-0816. sam@worthybrewing. com. Free.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

Bend Ghost Tours Join for Ghosts and Legends of Downtown Bend Tour and hear all about Bend’s permanent residents! Your Spirit Guide will lead you through the haunted streets and alleyways of Historic Downtown Bend where you’ll learn about the city’s many macabre tales, long-buried secrets and famous ghosts. Wednes days-Sundays, 7:30-9pm. Downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: 541-350-0732. Bendghosttours@gmail. com. $25.

History Pub Encore - Two Centuries of Fire Management Oregon Hear about the consequences of changing relationships between people and wildfire. Nov. 30, Noon-1pm. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@dpls.lib. or.us. Free.

Third Thursday Open Mic at the High Desert Music Hall Spoken word open mic night for all poets, storytellers and writers. This is an in-person program. Join us at the High Desert Music Hall for a spoken word open mic night the third Thursday of the month. All writers and read ers and word-lovers invited to attend and read. Every third Thursday, 6-8pm. Contact: 541-3121063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

THEATER

Readers Theater Is there a play that you’ve always wanted to read but you don’t have enough friends (or voices in your head) for all the charac ters? Join us one Saturday morning a month as we explore new, original and classical plays, drink coffee and get to know others in the local theatre community. Fourth Saturday of every month, 10am-Noon. Cascade Theatrical Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood, Bend. Free.

WORDS

Author Event: Timber Hawkeye Timber Hawkeye is the bestselling author of “Buddhist Boot Camp,” “Faithfully Religionless” and “The Opposite of Namaste.” His mindfulness books are to practice peace in the world. Listen to

Hawkeye speak on Nov. 27. Nov. 27, 10 and 11:30am. Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Dr., Bend. Free.

Cider Monday Cyber Monday? Central Oregon prefers Cider Monday! Opt out of large online retailer promos and enjoy a complimentary cup of spiced hot apple cider as a thank you for shopping small this holiday season. Also, shop online at Roundabout Books and receive 10% off your purchase. Nov. 28, 10am-6pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundabout bookshop.com. Free.

The Forge Creative Writing Program

Applications accepted until Dec. 31 for The Forge 10-month online creative writing program. You have something important to say, and the program gives you the tools and training to say it! $25 application fee and writing sample. Begins January 2023. To look into the applications and submit your own, contact theforgewriting@gmail. com and 541-408-4509. Apply by 12/31/22. Oct. 13-Dec. 31. Contact: 541-408-4509. theforgewrit ing@gmail.com. $25.

Hello! Storytime: Sharing - “Bear Says Thanks” by Karma Wilson and “Apple Cake” by Dawn Casey Hello Storytime! is for parents/caregivers and children. Primarily the activities and books will be geared to the 0 to 5 years old age group with young child orienta tion. Nov. 23, 10:30-11am. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundaboutbook shop.com. Free.

Celebrating the legacy of legendary rock band Led Zeppelin, Living Loving Led brings incredible energy to every stage it graces. Hailing from the misty mountains of Southern Oregon, the band will perform live at 9pm on Saturday, Nov. 26 at the Volcanic Theatre Pub.

Britt Camill

RAB Middles Book Club Please join for RAB Middles Book Club.The group will share thoughts on “Life of Zarf: the Trouble with Wea sels” by Rob Harrell. Zoom option available. Nov. 28, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Rediscovered Reads Book Club Please join for Rediscovered Reads Book Club. The group will discuss “Devil in the White City” by Erik Larson. Zoom option available. Nov. 30, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Small Business Saturday Thank you for supporting small businesses! Spend $50 and receive a complimentary 12oz. hot beverage from our cafe! Nov. 26, 10am-5pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundabout bookshop.com. Free.

Writers Writing: Quiet Writing Time

Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others’ company. This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events. Bring personal work, read a book or answer emails. Come when you can, leave when you want. Free, open network WiFi available. Tuesdays, 1:30-4:30pm. Deschutes Public Li brary-Downtown, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

ETC.

Silver Sage Trading Winter Sale Be

gins Attention Museum members! Ideal gifts await, and during this time members receive 20 percent off most merchandise. Those coming to exclusively shop at Silver Sage Trading may enter for free. Check in at Admissions. Sale ends Sunday, Dec. 4. Nov. 25, 10am-4pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Free.

OUTDOORS + ATHLETIC EVENTS

Badminton Night! Beginners and expe rienced players welcome. Extra racquets and birdies provided. The $10 cost helps pay for the facility. Thu, Nov. 10, 7:30-9:30pm, Thu, Nov. 17, 7:30-9:30pm, Mon, Nov. 21, 7:30-9:30pm, Wed, Nov. 23, 7:30-9:30pm, Mon, Nov. 28, 7:30-9:30pm and Wed, Nov. 30, 7:30-9:30pm. Bend Hoops, 1307 NE 1st St, Bend. Contact: 503-720-8605. jimwinkle@gmail.com. $10.

Bend Adult Volleyball Bend Hoops adult open gym volleyball sessions offer players a chance to get together and enjoy some compe tition. To sign up, go to meetup.com and RSVP. Bring exact change. Fridays, 8-10pm and Sun days, 7-9pm. Bend Hoops, 1307 NE 1st St, Bend. $10/Fridays, $7/Sundays.

Bend

Area Running Fraternity

The group will run, maintaining social distance, along the Deschutes River and then receive discounted drinks from the cidery after the run! Mondays, 5 and 5:30pm. Through Feb. 7. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: bendarearunningfraternity@gmail.com. Free. I Like Pie Cascade Relays Foundation and FootZone happily announce the “I Like Pie” run will carry on again this year! Families and friends will gather near the Old Mill for an untimed run/ walk to get outside and exercise before Thanks giving meals and pie eating begin. Proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club. Nov. 24, 7:3010:15am. Old Mill District, 450 SW Powerhouse Dr. Suite 422, Bend. Contact: 541-350-4635. info@ cascaderelays.com. $35/adult, $20/youth.

Black Butte Ranch Turkey Trot Fun Run & Walk

This race is benefitting the Sis ters Furry Friends Foundation. Friendly, leashed dogs welcome. The short course is 1.2 miles and the long course is 3.5 miles. Nov. 26, 10am. Black Butte Ranch - Lakeside Activity Center, 12934 Hawks Beard, Sisters. $10.

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

Firecraft Workshop Learn to safely and effectively craft fire using a variety of methods, including friction fire by bow drill and hand drill, ferro rod, solar method, and more! Learn the ba sics of materials, fire structure, and friction fire with other adults. Nov. 27, 9am-3pm. Bend, RSVP for address, Bend. Contact: info@nighthawknatu ralistschool.com. 60.

Bevel Putting Mayhem It’s a fun way to get to know our local disc golf club and meet some new people! Plus, all competitors get $1 off beverages all night (cannot be combined with any other discounts). Details: Head-to-head matches will play in a bracket-style putting competition, with double elimination! Sign-ups at 5:30pm with first putts at 6pm. $5 to enter, optional $1 for the “Perfect Putt Pot.” Bring 2 putters of your own or borrow Bevel’s!10 putts per round from 5 stations, 2 putts from each station. Wednesdays, 5:30-9pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. $5.

Hoodoo Wintervention Kick Off at Avid Cider Join for a flurry of fun. Dumpin’ over 50K in prizes. Lift tickets, lodging, gear, skis, boards and more. Free for all ages! Go to skihoodoo. com for details. Nov. 29, 6-8pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Free.

Hoodoo’s

Wintervention at Avid Cider

Join Hoodoo at AVID Cider Co. for a flurry of fun and over 50K in giveaways this season. Lift tick ets, lodging, gear, skis, boards and more! Free for all ages. Go to skihoodoo.com for full details. Tue, Nov. 29, 6-8pm, Tue, Dec. 27, 6-8pm and Tue, Jan. 24, 6-8pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541-706-9240. jenniferbreakingfree@gmail.com. Free.

Redmond Turkey Trot Gather your family and friends for a run in the canyon in Redmond. Participants receive a race bib, T-shirt and Hoo doo lift ticket! Have fun and support a good cause. Proceeds are donated to Bright Eyes Bright Future and Family Access Network. Nov. 24, 9am. Sam Johnson Park, 15th and Evergreen, Redmond. Contact: redmondturkeytrot@gmail.com. $30.

Redmond Running Group Run All levels welcome. Find the Redmond Oregon Running Klub on Facebook for weekly run details. Thurs days, 6:15pm. City of Redmond, Redmond, Or., Redmond. Contact: rundanorun1985@gmail.com.

Saturday Morning Coffee Run Come join CORK for a Saturday long run at 9am. The group will meet outside Thump Coffee on York Dr. for a long run. Feel free to run or walk, whatever “long” means to you! Whatever your pace and distance, Thump hopes you’ll join for the run and stay afterward for food and drinks! Saturdays, 9-10am. Thump Coffee - NW Crossing, 549 NW York Dr., Bend. Free.

Smith Rock River Trail Party Join

Trailkeepers and Go Beyond Racing Helping maintain trails at Smith Rock State Park. The group will repair some cut-throughs at the junction of River Trail and Mesa Verde trail (West end of Misery Ridge.) It will include some rock work and tread clearing. Nov. 25, 10am-2:30pm. Smith Rock State Park, 9241 NE Crooked River Dr., Terrebonne. Free.

Thanksgiving Skate Come spend some time on the ice with friends and family before digging into your Thanksgiving feast! Nov. 24, 10am. The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Dr, Bend. $7-$12.

Coyote Willow performs Americana songs about the human condition. Tim Coffey and Kat Hilst are the duo that is Coyote Willow, but the group frequently performs with other musicians. Listen to the power and soul of this group at 6pm on Wednesday, Nov. 23 at Crosscut Warming Hut No. 5.

Photo courtesy of Coyote Willow Facebook

Thursday Night Run Run through the Old Mill for around 3-5 miles, stay for food and drinks! Thursdays, 6-7pm. Spoken Moto, 310 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Free.

VOLUNTEER

General Volunteer Opportunities For in formation on volunteer opportunities at Bethlehem Inn please contact Courtney, Community Engage ment Coordinator, at volunteer@bethleheminn.org. Fourth Thursday of every month. Bethlehem Inn, 3705 N Hwy 97, Bend. Contact: 541-322-8768 x11. volunteer@bethleheminn.org. Free.

Help Businesses Prosper! Share your professional and business expertise. Become a volunteer mentor with SCORE in Central Oregon. The chapter is growing. Your experience and knowledge will be valued by both new and exist ing businesses in the community. To apply, call 541-316-0662 or visit centraloregon.score.org/ volunteer. Ongoing. Contact: 541-316-0662.

Volunteers Needed for Humane So ciety Thrift Store Do you love animals and discovering “new” treasures? Then volunteering at the HSCO Thrift Store Donation Door is the perfect place to combine your passions while helping HSCO raise funds to provide animal welfare services for the local community. For information contact: rebecca@hsco.org. Ongoing. Humane Society Thrift Shop, 61220 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3761. rebecca@hsco. org.

Volunteer with Salvation Army The Salvation Army has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for almost every age. Salvation Army has an emergency food pantry, the groups visit residents of assisted living centers and make up gifts for veterans and the homeless. Ongoing. Contact: 541-389-8888.

GROUPS + MEETUPS

Become a Better Public Speaker Do you struggle with public speaking? You’re not alone! Come visit Bend Toastmasters Club and learn how to overcome your public speaking fears. Wednesdays, Noon-1pm. Contact: 503-501-6031. bend.toastmasters.club@gmail.com. Free.

Board Games Hosted by The Base The Base at Franklin is a new space in the Old Bend neighborhood for neurodivergent humans and allies to access community through the shared goal for connection and wellness. Board games from 4-5:30pm. RPG direcly following at 5:30pm. RSVP required. Fridays, 4-5:30pm. The Base at Franklin, 5 NW Franklin Ave.., Bend. Contact: 541-610-8826. hello@baseatfranklin.com. Free.

Competitive Cribbage Play nine games of cribbage versus nine different opponents. Cash prizes awarded based on number of wins. Mondays, 5-8pm. Deschutes Junction, 2940 N Hwy 97, Bend. Contact: 541-530-1112. rickyt icky1954@gmail.com. $2-$18.

Wazzu Football Watch Party Go Cougs! Meet fellow alumni, win swag, and fight, fight, fight for Washington State at Cascade Lakes Brew ing Company in Bend, THE home of the WSUAA Central Oregon Club. Nov. 26. Cascade Lakes Brewpub, 1441 SW Chandler Ave., Bend. Free.

Death Cafe Eat tasty treats, drink tea and dis cuss death. Free of agenda or ideology, the aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. Facilitated by End of Life Doula, Cheryl Adcox. Ages 16+. Tue, Sept. 27, 6-7:30pm, Tue, Oct. 25, 6-7:30pm and Tue, Nov. 29, 6-7:30pm. Downtown Bend Library, 601 Northwest Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-3121029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Expecting Parents Meetup: Modern Prenatal Events - Meet and Greet!

Join the Expecting Parents Meetup for modern prenatal events. A friendly and relaxed way to meet local parents-to-be embarking on the same exciting (& exhausting) journey. From sunset pregnancy yoga to essential oil how-tos and mocktail making, these events promise to delight! Prenatal educators: reach out directly to cohost. Nov. 28, 5:30-8pm. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Contact the organizer at: https://digitalwell-being.com/ contactnina. Free.

Neuroqueer Meetup A safe place for neu rodivergent, queer individuals to exchange with the goal of promoting exploration and sharing of experiences, as well as empowerment and con nection to community. Every other Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. The Base at Franklin, 5 NW Franklin Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-610-8826. hello@base atfranklin.com. Free.

Toastmasters of Redmond Become a confident public speaker. Do you want to become a member of an organization that provides a safe and supportive environment to improve your public speaking skills? A place that fosters community, socialization and builds your self confidence. A place to have fun. Newcomers are supportively welcomed. Tuesdays, Noon-1pm. Church of Christ, 925 NW 7th St., Redmond. Contact: 541-292-6177. garyae@gmail.com. $60 for 6 months.

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, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@the peoplesapothecary.net. $9/online, $10/door.

SEASONAL EVENTS

+ MARKETS

Christmas Tree Lighting Join us for Bend Brewing’s 2nd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony! There will be live Christmas music starting at 4:30pm and the tree will be lit at 6pm sharp! Santa will be there! Nov. 25, 4:30-6:30pm. Bend Brewing Company, 1019 NW Brooks St., Bend. Free.

Holiday Market at Bend Brewing Bend

Brewing will have vendors set up selling that perfect holiday gift, a DJ playing Christmas music, holiday decorations will be abundant and they will have mulled wine for sale as well as plenty of your favorite BBC beers! Come get in the holiday spirit down here at BBC! Nov. 30, 11am-6pm. Bend Brewing Company, 1019 NW Brooks St., Bend. Free.

Holiday Marketplace Have a glass of wine while getting your holiday shopping done early with a wide variety of beautiful crafts from local vendors at the Holiday Marketplace. Make a day of it and pair the award-winning wine with deli cious wood-fired pizza, salads and appetizers. Nov. 26, 9am-4pm and Nov. 27, 10am-4pm. Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Dr., Terrebonne. Contact: 541-526-5075. events@fhcvineyards.com. Free.

Holiday Parade Sisters annual holiday parade showcases all the things that make the small town great! Bundle up and get there early to secure a great seat. Join Santa and Hayden Homes at McKenzie Meadows Village Park immediately following parade for cookies and co coa. Nov. 26, 2-3pm. Sisters Park & Recreation, 1750 West McKinney Butte Rd., Sisters. Free.

Holiday Pop-Up Market at the Com

mons Get a start on you holiday shopping with The Commons’ curated group of local and handmade vendors. They are so excited to share the vendors, including Branch+Barrel, Bushel & a Peck, Kailey Renae Design, KF Stoneware, Marigold Salve and more. Nov. 26, 10am-5pm. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Free.

Holiday Village Market There is a crispness in the air and the Holiday Village Market is opening in Centennial Park! Come down and walk through the vendors! A perfect place to find those one-of-a-kind gifts for your friends and family for the holidays. Munch on some delicious caramel popcorn or Norwegian chocolates. Nov. 25, 11am-5pm. Centennial Park, Evergreen, Between 7th and 8th St., Redmond. Free.

Juniper Preserve Winter Market The first winter market is happening on Sunday! Fea turing an array of awesome local businesses you can shop local and enjoy some free activities and treats at the Juniper Preserve Winter Market. Nov. 27, 10am-3pm. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: maddison@ juniperpreserve.com. Free.

Magical

Markets of Merriment

Magical Markets of Merriment makers’ markets are set for the four weeks before Christmas with many vendors. Ornaments, wrapping, pots, garland and more are now available in shop. Stop by to shop and for hot cocoa. Nov. 26-27, 10am-5pm, Dec. 3-4, 10am-5pm, Dec. 10-11, 10am-5pm and Dec. 17-18, 10am-5pm. Somewhere That’s Green, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. Free.

Mikey Bilello is a singer-songwriter and guitar master. From busking in the streets and farmers markets of Santa Cruz, Bilello gained many listeners and traction. Now, Bilello lives in Bend and plays around Central Ore gon frequently. Watch Mikey Bilello at 4pm on Saturday, Nov. 26 at the Outfitter Bar at Seventh Mountain Resort.

Photo courtesy of Mikey Bilello Facebook

Northern Lights Display: Christmas Edition

Come down to the Redmond City Hall to watch the Christmas Edition of the Northern Lights animation! The short looping animation will bring the holidays and the City Hall to life! Walk down or watch from the warmth of your car. Nov. 25, 5-7pm. Redmond City Hall, 411 SW 9th St., Redmond. Free.

Redmond Starlight Parade – Ode To Christmas Sweaters This year the Red mond Chamber of Commerce is bringing you the Redmond Starlight Parade with this years theme being “Ode to Christmas Sweaters.” Because… who doesn’t love a good sweater around the hol idays? This lighted night parade is such a blast and the community can’t wait to see everyone's floats and Christmas sweaters. Keep in mind that this parade is at night and lights are highly suggested for your decor. After the parade, listen for the high school choir singing carols in Cen tennial park as you make your way over to watch Santa light the town Christmas tree! Join in on the singing and check out the vendor market! Nov. 26, 5-6pm. Downtown Redmond, 6th and Dogwood Ave., Redmond. Free.

Small Business Saturday Holiday Market Help make spirits bright this season by donating toys to kids, supporting local vendors and sipping mimosas! Each vendor will offer ex clusive holiday inspired gifts for the whole family. Complete your Christmas shopping early this year, while supporting Every Child’s silent auc tion to assist families in need. Nov. 26, 9am-4pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. info@openspace. studio. Free.

Small Business Saturday Makers

Market

A Makers Market at Immersion Brew ing with over 15 vendors with live music, a photo booth and raffles. All proceeds benefit Neigh borImpact. Nov. 26, 5-9pm. Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541-6337821. info@imbrewing.com. Free.

Small Business Saturday Shop Small Join for the kickoff holiday shopping event — shop local, shop small, shop vintage from 9-5pm. Free in house made ornament with any $75 or more purchase while supplies last. For more info, go to @gatheredwaresshop on Instagram. Nov. 26, 9am-5pm. Old Ironworks, 50 SE Scott St., Bend. Contact: 541-389-2566. lauren@gath eredwares.com. Free.

Sunriver Holiday Market A holiday gift market featuring 40+ local makers, held in the Homestead Ballroom at the beautiful Sunriver Resort. Special Santa story time with meet and greet Sunday from Noon-2pm. Nov. 26, 9am-4pm and Nov. 27, 10am-4pm. Sunriver Resort Home stead, 1 Center Dr., Sunriver. Free.

Winter Traditions: Holiday Bazaar La Pine Activity Center presents Winter Traditions, a community event! They will have lots of shopping (50+ vendors), food trucks, Santa, Grinch, crafts for kids, Christmas wine, sip and shop, hot drinks, senior class Christmas wreaths, Christ mas music, contests and a lot more in a winter wonderland atmosphere. Fri, Nov. 25, 11am7pm, Sat, Nov. 26, 11am-7pm and Sun, Nov. 27, 10am-4pm. La Pine Community Center (Park & Rec), 16405 1st St., La Pine. Contact: 541-5366237. info@lapineseniorcenter.org. Free.

The Workhouse Shop Small Sale 25% off all studio members in The Workhouse. Shop local and support small businesses! Sat., Nov. 26, 9am-5pm. The Workhouse, 50 SE Scott St., Bend. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

Fall Artisan Market

This fall stop into Gen eral Duffy’s Waterhole every other Saturday to shop a variety of vendors during the Fall Artisan Market from 10am-2pm. Start with brunch and mimosa’s from the Annex, then shop till you drop! Every other Saturday, 10am-2pm. Through Nov. 26. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW For est Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-527-4345. Free.

After School Art Club Art Club is a unique after-school program for kids to create and bring their ideas to life in an inspiring studio space. The weekly schedule features a different focus each day; choose the day that most interests your child or nurture their creativity across a variety of media. Mondays-Tuesdays-Thursdays, 2:30-5pm. Through Dec. 15. Wondery Art + Ad venture School, 19550 Amber Meadow Dr Suite 190, Bend. Contact: sarah@wonderyschool.com. $150 per month.

Early Release Wild Wednesday Art Club Art Club is a unique after school program for kids to create and bring their ideas to life in an inspiring studio space. The weekly schedule features a different focus each day; choose the day that most interests your child or nur ture their creativity across a variety of media. Wednesdays, 1-5pm. Through Dec. 14. Wondery Art + Adventure School, 19550 Amber Meadow Dr Suite 190, Bend. Contact: sarah@wonderyschool. com. $150 per month.

Kids Yoga Classes Kids will enhance flexi bility, gain strength and improve balance and co ordination through our kids yoga classes. Mindful yoga techniques are important for calming the nervous system, managing frustrations and improving focus. The group will also be exploring mindful drawing and art projects. Ages 5-8yrs. Wednesdays, 3:15pm. Through Feb. 2. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr., Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $145.

Moms + Groms Meetup Moms + Groms is officially back @ Boss Rambler 3-6pm every Wednesday! Moms, it’s simple: show up with your grom(s) to socialize and drink beer (or whatever you want) with other moms while the kiddos make new friends! All moms get $1 off drinks! Wednesdays, 3-6pm. Boss Rambler Beer Club, 1009 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Free.

Santa’s Aerial Appearance No one knows how to make an entrance quite like old Kris Kringle. Santa Claus makes his grand entrance into the Old Mill District the day after Thanksgiving at 10am via a helicopter from the great friends at AirLink Critical Care Transport. Come welcome Santa, meet the AirLink pilots, and celebrate the start of the Christmas season with this holiday tradition like no other. Nov. 25, 10am. Old Mill District, 450 SW Powerhouse Dr. Suite 422, Bend. Free.

SantaLand After flying in on an AirLink heli copter on Friday, Nov. 25, Santa Claus will make his way to SantaLand (located in the former Simply Mac space) via parade down Powerhouse Dr. in the Old Mill District. Families can stop in and take pictures will Jolly St. Nick every Friday through Sunday after Thanksgiving until Dec. 23. You’ll also find the Tree of Joy in SantaLand, a project between the Rotary Clubs of Central Oregon and the Salvation Army that provides gift suggestions for children and families in need. Nov. 25-27, 11am-5pm, Dec. 2-4, 11am-5pm, Dec. 9-11, 11am-5pm, Dec. 16-18, 11am-5pm and Dec. 21-Nov. 23, 11am-5pm. Old Mill District, 450 SW Powerhouse Dr. Suite 422, Bend.

Thanksgiving Art Camp Each no school day camp is a uniquely magical experience where cre ativity buzzes through the air, kiddos connect over shared projects and campers leave each day full of excitement to share the ideas they’ve brought to life. The days flow between open create, a guided workshop, outdoor exploration and games. Nov. 21-23, 9am-3pm. Wondery Art + Adventure School, 19550 Amber Meadow Dr Suite 190, Bend. Contact: sarah@wonderyschool.com. $80.

Youth Cooking Camp-Holiday Baking School’s out so let's have some fun baking for the holidays. Have your child (age 7-17) join Kindred Creative Kitchen in this extensive hands-on camp where they will learn to make a variety of baked goods that are perfect for Thanksgiving and the coming holidays. Nov. 21-23, 11am-2pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-640-0350. kindredcreativekitchen@ gmail.com. $150.

FOOD

Thanksgiving Dinner Chef Jayce Clemmons has thoughtfully crafted a decadent and delicious Thanksgiving menu with Central Oregon-inspired ingredients that celebrate the full-bodied flavors of autumn. Specialty cocktails, too! For parties of 8+ or to learn more, please contact Tetherow Resort. Seatings avaliable from 1-7pm. Reserva tions required! Nov. 24, 1-7pm. Tetherow Resort Event Pavilion, 61240 Skyline Ranch Rd., Bend. Contact: 541- 213- 2428. $105/adult, $45/ages 5-12, $15/ages 4 and under.

Adult Class: Cook Like a Pro 2 This is the second of the Cook Like a Pro series where you can learn to cook like a pro, and is for adults only. This is a 4-week class. Kindred Creative Kitchen will cover in depth techniques in cooking including rice and grains, pasta and sauces. Mondays, 6-9pm. Through Nov. 28. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-640-0350. kindredcreativekitchen@ gmail.com. $250.

Adult Cooking Class: Galettes Galettes are amazing rustic free-form tarts that can be sweet, savory, or both. Join in this hands-on class where the group will make a variety of Galettes. Each course will be paired with wine. Nov. 25, 5:30-9pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-6400350. kindredcreativekitchen@gmail.com. $90.

Farm-to-Table Brunch Join the farm staff and Chef Nic Maraziti of Spaghetti Western on the Farm Store deck for brunch. They have de veloped a Farm-to-Table kitchen into a culinary destination and are proud to show case certified organic vegetables exclusively from Rainshadow paired with their pastured, chemical free and GMO-free meats. Sun, Nov. 20, 11am-1pm and Sun, Nov. 27, 11am-1pm. Rainshadow Organics, 71290 Holmes Rd, Sisters. Contact: 541-6776746. events@rainshadoworganics.com. $50.

Fried Chicken Thursdays Fried Chicken Thursdays at Flights Wine Bar! Dine in with a 2-piece plate with sides and a biscuit for $18 or take an 8-piece bucket and a bottle to-go! Upgrade to the “Balla Bucket” to get a selected bottle of champagne. Thursdays, 3-9pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541728-0753. flightswinebend@gmail.com. $38.

Tekka Tiger Tekka Tiger takes a trip to Malaysia! Tekka Tiger will serve some staple dishes you can find in any Malaysian restaurant. Come check out Bend’s newest food cart. Sat urdays-Sundays, 12:39-4pm. Through Dec. 30. Bend Cider Co., 64649 Wharton Ave., Bend. Free.

Thanksgiving Dinner Join for a delicious Thanksgiving special alongside the regular pub menu! For groups of 10 or more, call the front desk at 541-382-5174 for reservations. Nov. 24. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-5174.

This Americana duo from Olympia and Minneapolis plays folk music from the soul with double banjo performances. Touring with a full band, The Lowest Pair will take the Volcanic Theatre Pub stage and bring incredible energy at 8pm on Sunday, Nov. 27.

Photo courtesy of The Lowest Pair Facebook

Thanksgiving

Dinner at the Lodge

Thanksgiving dinner at the Sunriver Resort lodge. Nov. 24, 1-8pm. Great Hall, Sunriver Re sort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver. $42-$84.

BEER + DRINK

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.

Locals’ Day Come on down to Bevel Craft Brewing for $4 beers and cider and $1 off wine all day. There are also food specials from the food carts located out back at The Patio! Tues days. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Growler Discount Night! Enjoy $2 off growler fills every Wednesday at Bevel! Wednesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 831-245-1922. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Wine Wednesdays Happy hour all day on Wine Wednesday. Come in for discounts on glasses, beers and apps! Wednesdays, 3-9pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@ gmail.com. Free.

IPA Battle Ducks vs. Beavers and Coldfire Brewing (Eugene) vs. Block 15 Brewing (Corval lis). 5oz pour at $4 each. Vote for your favorite and see which ‘team’ has the best IPA. Free raffle for swag from both breweries. Game on, sound on! Four big screen TVs inside and two big screens outside. Nov. 26, 12:30pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-5255532. riversplacebend@gmail.com. Free.

Locals’ Night with The Bluegrass Col lective Monday is the day to be at Silver Moon Brewing! Come on down and join the local family all day every Monday! Silver Moon offers $3 pints of the core lineup beers and $4 pours of the bar rel-aged beers all day. Come down and sample what’s new while also enjoying the brand new food menu! It’s a steal of a deal that they won’t be chasing you out the door for! Mondays. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

Whiskey Tuesdays The Cross-eyed Cricket Watering Hole is offering exclusive access to a li brary of top shelf whiskeys every Tue. One-ounce pours for reasonable prices. Come by and try something new, or sip on your favorites! Tues days, 11am-11pm. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Free.

Thursday Night Football Welcome to the new era of Thursday Night Football only on Amazon Prime and shown on Peppertree Pub’s 6 big screen TVs. $10 for one appetizer and a pint of beer poured from 15 rotating taps. It’s the NFL like you have never seen it before at the new Peppertree Pub. Thursdays, 4-9pm. Peppertree Pub, 1082 SW Yates Dr., Best Western Premier, Bend. Contact: 541-382-2007. bendsales@pep pertreeinns.com. Free.

Monkless Belgian Ales - Thanksgiving

Food Specials Before celebrating with family and friends, let Monkless do some cooking for you! Stop into the Brasserie all week and enjoy their stuffing croquettes, roasted pear and goat cheese tartlets, smoked turkey breast plate and pumpkin pie beignets. Wed, Nov. 23, 11:30am9pm and Fri, Nov. 25, 11am-10pm. Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way #202, Bend. Contact: 541-797-6760.

Monkless Belgian Ales: Drinksgiving

Join Monkless at the Brasserie from 3-5pm and enjoy a $1 off draft beers as they celebrate Drinksgiving! Monkless will accept reservations all day, so grab your family and friends and let the chefs cook for you! The Thanksgiving Food Specials will be in full swing. Nov. 23, 11:30am9pm. Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way #202, Bend. Contact: 541-797-6760.

Monkless Belgian Ales: Black Beer

Friday Dark beer fans rejoice! Monkless will have seven dark beers on tap and six dark beers available to-go, including special vintage releases! Nov. 25, 11am-10pm. Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way #202, Bend. Contact: 541-797-6760.

Monkless Belgian

Ales: Small Brew

ery Sunday Small Brewery Sunday calls on beer lovers to celebrate the positive impact that local breweries have on our communities with $1 off draft beers. Stop into the Brasserie! Nov. 27, 3-5pm. Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way #202, Bend. Contact: 541-797-6760. $1 off draft beers.

Paint Night! Get your artistic juices flowing and get in the holiday spirit! $35 includes all the supplies and instruction. Drinks and food available, but sold separately. Registration is required. For more info and to buy tickets, visit riversplacebend.com/paintnights. Mon, Nov. 28, 5:30-7:30pm and Mon, Dec. 19, 5:30-7:30pm. Riv er’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-525-5792. riversplacebend@gmail.com. $35.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Bend Zen Meditation Group Bend Zen sits every Mon, evening at 7. Arrive at 6:45pm to orient yourself and meet others. The group has two 25-minute sits followed by a member-led Dharma discussion from 8:05-8:30pm. All are welcome! Learn more and sign up for emails at www.bendzen.net. Mondays, 6:45-8:30pm. Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St., Bend. Contact: bendzensitting@gmail.com. Donations accepted.

Drop In Monday Meditation Open to all! Come join in the beautiful gardens for meditation and healing! Mondays, 6:30-7:30pm. Blissful Heart Wellness Center, 45 NW Greeley Ave., Bend. Contact: 510-220-2441. cathleen@bliss ful-heart.com. Donation based.

Feeling Grateful Yoga Hike This expe rience combines yoga, meditation and forest bathing practices into one. You will be guided as you immerse yourself in nature and deepen your connections with the natural world aroud. Missie, your guide, is a registered Yoga Alliance Teacher an a certified forest therapy guide. Fri., Nov. 25, 1-3:30pm. Tumalo State Park, 64120 O. B. Riley Rd. Contact: missie@romingyogabed.com. $49.

Guided Forest Bathing Experience For est Bathing is the experience of immersing your senses into the forest atmosphere. Experience the wonder of autumn by slowing down and con necting your senses to the natural world around. This guided experience is hosted by Missie Wikler, certified forest therapy guide. Sat, Nov. 26, 10am-Noon. Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-316-9213. missie@romingyo gabend.com. $35.

Mommy & Me Breastfeeding Support Group

The Mommy & Me Breastfeeding Sup port Group meets weekly in the Central Oregon Locavore event space. Lactation consultants on hand from St. Charles and WIC to weigh babies and answer questions. All are welcome, includ ing partners and siblings, no matter how you are feeding your baby. Thursdays, 6-8am. Central Oregon Locavore, 1841 NE Third St., Bend. Free.

Your Self-Care Streak Do you already feel too busy and overwhelmed by the holiday rush? This 3-week workshop with health coach Michelle Poirot will help you identify and sustain self-care activities – including movement - that make your holidays peaceful and bright. Early bird registration by 11/24! Website: ceilingunlim itedhealthcoaching.com. Nov. 29, 7pm. Contact: 503-481-0595. michelle@ceilingunlimitedhealth coaching.com. $55.

Hillstomp, a blues duo originating from Portland, combines elements of slide guitar with strong vocals and percussion, creating a totally unique sound. With five studio albums under its belt, Hillstomp has gained quite a following in recent years. Hillstomp will rock the stage on Friday, Nov. 25 from 9-11:30pm at the Volcanic Theatre Pub.

Photo courtesy of Hillstomp Instagram

Bedouin

143 E Hood Avenue

Sisters, OR 97759 541-549-3079 www.ShopBedouin.com

Please join us this year for your holiday shopping as we have curated a wonderful collection of local and global artisans. We have great women and men’s clothing, home decor, stationery and always amazing jewelry!

Bella Nuova

1030 NW Newport Ave., Bend 541-204-3028 bella-nuova.com

Bella Nuova is an inviting, family run skin spa; falling into the happy west side area of Bend on Newport Ave. We specialize in delivering the plush, pampering experience spa-goers seek. With Italian inspired decor, an exposed brick fireplace, flickering candles & seasonal scents, we promise to delight all of your senses. Our team includes our esthetician, Donna, whose experience includes over 23 years in EMS, Dermatology, Neurology and Orthopedics. You’re going to want to stay a spell as you’ll love the decadent services and delightful Italian ambiance.

From our family, to yours, benvenuto!

Cosa Cura

2735 NW Crossing Dr Suite 101 Bend, OR 97703 541-312-2279 www.cosacura.com

Since 2006 Cosa Cura has been providing Central Oregon with a one-stop-shop for locally made goods and sustainable resale fashion. Shop local this holiday season and by supporting local artists you support your community. We are loaded with clothing and gifts for Women, kids, and men too! Locally made jewelry, beauty, home decor, cards, gifts, and more.

SHOP HOURS:

Tue–Fri 11–4pm Sat 10–3pm

BELLA NUOVA day spa

Bohemian Roastery

bohemianroastery.com

Bohemian Roastery is a family run, wood fire coffee roasting company that began in Bend, OR in 2016. When we learned that the majority of all coffee beans in the world were roasted using petroleum-based heat, we decided to find a better way.

We designed and hand built our roaster which uses select hardwoods. This makes BoRo one of only a few committed roasters in the US using this ancient and proven method. Hardwoods produce a gentler, moister heat that allows the oils and flavors to develop at a slower rate. This eliminates the bitter aftertaste that can overpower the flavor of a quality bean.

Visit bohemianroastery.com for a list of our holiday events and local stores! Free delivery in Bend and discount subsciptions available.

Broken Top Brands

2491 NE Twin Knolls Drive Bend, OR 97701

Broken Top Brands makes luxury home and body goods products from clean, sustainable ingredients, right here in Bend, Oregon. Check out our new retail storefront on Twin Knolls Drive, where you can find the perfect gift for your loved ones this Holiday Season. Come shop your favorite scents across candles, soaps, perfumes, colognes, reed diffusers, and more! Broken Top Brands is a WBENC certified women-owned business and a proud member of 1% for the Planet.

Desert Rose Cactus Lounge

50 SE Scott St. DesertRoseBend.com

IG: @desertrosecactuslounge

Voted Runner Up: Best Indoor Plant Shop in Central Ore gon, Desert Rose Cactus Lounge specializes in houseplants that thrive in the high desert. Shop Bend’s most unique and unusual selection of cacti and succulents, as well as hardy houseplants, rare hoyas, modern planters and gifts. Step up to the in-house Potting Bar and create your own terrariums and desert gardens or have our helpful staff pot up your plants!

The Cosmic Depot

342 NE Clay Ave., Bend 541-385-7478 thecosmicdepot.com

The Cosmic Depot is filled to the brim with Central Oregon’s largest selection of incense and fragrance candles along with tarot and oracle cards, natural stones, handpicked sterling silver men and women’s jewelry, clothing, tapestries, books, a wide selection of greeting cards, stickers, essential oils, hemp products, herbs, natural stone beads and more. The wonder does not stop when it comes to uniting the sacred, the kind and thoughtful, the inspiring and the hilarious at The Cosmic Depot.

Open daily 10–7pm.

Crow’s Feet: A Mountain Collective

2843 Lolo Dr., Bend 541-728-0066

@crowsfeetbend

Crow’s Feet: plural, noun: A branching wrinkle at the outer corner of a person’s eye caused by facial expressions. Often formed by laughing, smiling or squinting from the sun, and a sure sign of a mountain life well lived.

Bringing you the best in Mountain and Gravel bikes, and everything related to Backcountry skiing and snowboarding, the staff at Crow’s Feet are some of the most experienced and approachable in Central Oregon.

Expedition Club & Supply

5 NW Minnesota Ave #106, Bend 541-316-3761

expeditionclub.co

Expedition Club & Supply is an outdoor hobby shop and adventure club providing gear, knowledge, and experiences for astronomy, birding, rockhounding, foraging, photography and more.

Our retail store is open to all: selling telescopes, binoculars, books, and other curated gear for curious outdoor enthusiasts. We personally test every product and can help you learn a new hobby.

Membership includes a variety of planned outdoor experiences every season, events, exclusive gear, and discounts.

Map Room Level Membership includes all of the above, plus access to our downtown club. Gift memberships available for sale for the holiday season.

Fancywork Yarn Shop

200 NE Greenwood Avenue

541-323-8686 www.fancywork.com @fancyworkyarnshop on Instagram

Discover exceptional yarn, swoon-worthy accessories and gifts, woolly inspiration, classes, project support, and cozy, warm community in our colorful shop. In addition to time-honored workhorse yarns and much-loved standards, Fancywork specializes in hand-dyed, independent and American yarns as well as carefully curated selections from abroad.

Join us for Small Business Saturday, 11/26, for an extra sweet deal to inspire your best maker life through the end of this year and into next! Plus, our week of community giving kicks off Giving Tuesday, 11/29, benefiting Warm Springs Community Action Team.

Gairdin

50 SE Scott St. #2, Bend (in the Historic Ironworks) 541-385-9434 gairdin.com

Holiday Delights 2022!

Come and enjoy our annual holiday themed trees and unique decor. Huge selection of Greenery, Ornaments and Holiday accents to choose from.

Gairdin specializes in custom floral designs using faux-real florals, and dried or preserved botanicals.

Find unique home decor items and gifts. You will find floral artistry and inspiration that changes with the seasons.

Flowers by Eryn

541-977-1650 @flowersbyeryn www.flowersbyeryn.com

Flowers by Eryn is a boutique, locally owned floral studio located in the Box Factory. We specialize in seasonal, West Coast inspired floral designs for the flower lovers in your life.

Craft your own arrangement via our ever-rotating Flower Bar, or let us help make your vision a reali ty for you! Online ordering and local delivery available.

Crave fresh flowers all the time? We offer a weekly and monthly floral subscription for petal enthusiasts.

Come play with us! We host monthly workshops at Stoller Wine Bar as well as private workshops.

Thank you for supporting small business, Bend!

Gathered Wares

50 SE Scott St., Bend

@gatheredwaresshop 541-389-2566

Gathered Wares is a hidden gem in the Old Ironworks Arts District that specializes in vintage and pre-loved clothing, furniture, home decor and more. In addition to one of a kind finds you can treat yourself or find the perfect gift from our apothecary table or handmade jewelry. From rugs, to pillows, to baskets we have that unique piece to complete your space.

High Desert FrameWorks

61 NW Oregon Avenue #101 Downtown Bend (541) 647-2191 www.highdesertframeworks.com

Come Frame With Us! For 20+ years we have loved what we do, and we love doing it well. We are Central Oregon’s premier custom picture framing and digital printing shop.

From simple yet elegant to custom mirrors, shadowboxes, original artwork to fine art prints and posters - we do it all 100% archival, 100% reversible, 100% awesomeness, 100% High Desert Frameworks.

John Paul Designs

1006 NW Bond St., Downtown Bend 541-318-5645 johnpauldesigns.com

For over 20 years, Bend based studio jeweler John Paul has been creating original objects of wearable art. He combines precious metals using rare gemstones that blend together in raw elegance. Each piece is made one at a time with hammers and anvils, files and saws, like the artisans of old. Each hammer blow revealing textures that can only come from hand forging metals into perfect imperfection. Thoughtful gifts for your special someone this holiday season ... Find us downtown on the corner of Oregon and Bond. 1006 Bond.

Mountain Supply

834 NW Colorado Ave., Bend 541-388-0688

mountainsupplybend.com

Since 1980, Mountain Supply has been Bend’s local independent outdoor retailer. Our mission has remained the same since we opened the store, and that is to serve the outdoor community by providing the best outdoor gear in the industry and the knowledge to use it.

We offer a wide variety of outdoor footwear, equipment, and apparel from climbing and mountaineering to backpacking and backcountry skiing. From the street to the summit, we’re your one-stop shop!

3rd Street Beverage

740 NE 3rd St. #5, Bend 541-797-0028

3rdstreetbeverage.com Follow us on Facebook & Instagram

Quenching central Oregon’s array of thirsts since 2018 and voted The Source’s Best Liquor Store for 4 years in a row! We provide some of the largest selections of spirits, wine, craft beer and ciders, produced locally and from around the world. Our non-alcoholic mixer and beverage options are unique and plentiful for those that want the fun, with or without “the sauce”. We have all the ingredients and supplies to make your cocktails one of a kind, stunning and oh so tasty! We have an abundance of gift items and hosting essentials from elegant, to funky and even a little bit sassy that are perfect for any occasion. And, all the barware you need to complete your home cocktail corner!

Thank you to our customers and community for choosing 3rd Street Beverage.

Pestana Jewelry

Pestanajewelry@gmail.com

Pestana Jewelry is a one woman show focused on creating unique pieces made from sterling silver and turquoise. Carle works out of her home studio in Tumalo where she slowly and skillfully hand forges jewelry using traditional silversmithing techniques. Each piece is built to last and inspired by nature’s beauty.

Shop her website www.pestanajewelry.com anytime and be sure to follow her on instagram @pestana_jewelry for monthly shop updates!

Root Adorned

2748 NW Crossing Dr #130, Bend, OR 97703 541-241-8014 rootadorned.com

Nestled in Bend’s NW Crossing neighborhood, you’ll find an inviting oasis that beckons you to linger and take in the beauty that surrounds you. Filled with tropical house plants, stunning crystal specimens, ceramic treasures, artwork from artists around the world and vintage Moroccan rugs.

You’re sure to find something to adorn your home or treat your beloveds!

Manuka Mana

www.manukamana.com @manukablends

Are you looking for a unique, locally made gift this holiday? If so, check out Manuka Mana! Manuka Mana is a family owned, Bend based business that combines the power of the hive and the power of the fungi to make functional blends. We offer a range of products including honeyblends, triple extracted tinctures, honey tonics and a propolis spray, all crafted with the highest quality ingredients.

Want to give the gift of enhanced brain power? What about unstoppable immunity for the jetsetter in your family? How about boosted energy for the mountain adventurer?

Find your perfect gift at manukamana.com.

Somewhere That’s Green

1017 NE 2nd St Wed-Mon 10am-6pm 541-330-4086 somewheregreen.com @somewhere_thats_green

Come celebrate the holidays with us at Somewhere That’s Green, your local indoor plant shoppe! We are filled to the brim with magical indoor plants, pottery, jewelry, gifts, gift cards, ornaments, clothing, and more for your holiday shopping needs.

Also, starting in November and running through the holiday season, Somewhere That’s Green will be hosting over 40 local makers at our annual Magical Markets of Merriment!

Please join us at a Magical Market of Merriment, 10am–5pm: Nov 26–27 Dec 3–4 Dec 10–11 Dec 17–18

Visit our website at somewheregreen.com or at our instagram @somewhere_thats_green for more information for each indivdual market.

Come get cozy and warm up at Somewhere That’s Green plant shop!

Truffle Pig Trading Co.

934 NW Gasoline Alley, Bend 541-640-7998 trufflepigtradingco.com

Locally owned and operated, Truffle Pig Trading Co. Boutique in Downtown Bend has a unique assortment of gifts, home decor and clothing. We host new & consignment items and carry unique, locally-made gifts. We have women’s and men’s clothing, including brands such as Madewell, Free People, Zara, ASRV, Patagonia, Anthropologie, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and more. Truffle Pig is a great sustainable way to get amazing treasures and gifts wihtout paying retail prices! We are tucked in the alley behind Wells Fargo Bank downtown. Complimentary gift wrapping and gift cards available. Thank you for supporting local businesses this holiday season!

The Workhouse

50 SE Scott St. #6, Bend 541-241-2754

theworkhousebend.com

The Workhouse, studios, gallery, gifts. Shop handmade goods from more than sixty local makers, artisans, and artists. Locally designed and handcrafted items range from soap and honey to fine art, jewelry, handbags, stained glass, and more. Get an insider’s look as you meet face to face with one of our seven artisans at work in their studios. Learn about their process or inquire after custom work.

Shop Small at The Workhouse this Saturday for 25% off Studio Member Goods, 9am – 5pm

Trailhead Liquor

20516 Robal Rd #130, Bend 541-306-3747

trailheadliquor.com

At Trailhead Liquor, we strive to be a curated one stop shop for all your adult beverage needs. We have spirts of every type, beer, wine, cider, mead, saki and so much more! We also feature a wide array of mixers, syrups, bitters, the perfect glassware for most cocktails, and many gift items for all the adults in your life. We love to feature local items as well. Not sure what to get? Our seasoned staff members can help you pick the perfect gifts. We have options from budget to extravagant. We look forward to providing you the best service.

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Several years ago my family hosted an exchange stu dent from Bend’s sister city, Belluno, Italy. Being the food family that we are, one of the first ques tions we asked her upon arrival was what American food was she looking forward to eating.

“Hamburger,” was the immediate reply.

Since it would take up this entire article space to delve into the history and evolution of the hamburger, suffice it to say the burger has become a culinary icon in the United States. And thanks to restaurant chains, the hamburger is now an international superstar!

I grew up eating a lot of hamburgers; they were (and still are) my mother’s favorite food. While my grand mother, a child of the depression, insisted on cook ing everything from scratch at home, my momma was the epitome of the more modern career woman. She was working and parenting and furthering her educa tion so “slaving over the stove” as she put it, was not in the equation.

Canned vegetables, frozen dinners and hamburg ers from the A&W and Dairy Queen were staples in my mother’s culinary repertoire. As kids, my brothers and I thought we were in heaven; everybody else’s mom was into healthy granola and lots of broccoli while we were feasting on burgers, fries and donuts (anoth er of my mother’s favorite foods). Of course, once I hit those teenage years, my food rebellion kicked in. I vowed that my future kids would not be eating too many hamburgers and definitely donuts only on special occasions.

I remember eating lunch at a McDonald’s on a high school field trip once and my teacher saw me pick ing off the top of the bun. “What are you doing?” she inquired. “I don’t really like all this bread,” I explained as I continued to mutilate my Quarter Pounder, tear ing off the bun and scraping off the toppings to get it down to a meat patty. My top five list of favorite foods has never included a hamburger. But if you write about food and you start hearing about a food phenomenon, you can’t ignore it forever.

Enter the smash burger. The original smash burger seems to have been invented at a Dairy Cheer in Ken tucky about 60 years ago. From what my research is tell ing me, it’s all about technique. A smash burger starts out as a ball of fatty ground meat which is then smashed down completely flat on a hot griddle, cooked for a cou ple minutes until the edges start to get crispy and cara melized, and then flipped, topped with a slice of cheese and served on a soft bun with a special sauce blend, which varies depending on the place. I tried three differ ent smash burgers around Bend this past week and I was transported back to another time and place.

My grandmother, the one who cooked everything at home, would make burgers by mashing them very flat and cooking them very fast in a cast iron skillet with melted American cheese on top, served on a soft bun. The condiments were the eater’s choice. I actually liked her little burgers best of all and the three smash

Blue Eyes Burgers

706 NE Greenwood Ave., Ste. 100, Bend

Open Monday-Sunday 11am-9pm

541-BURGERS

Blueeyesburgersandfries.com

Smash Burgers in Bend

Where to find them and why they’re so dang good

By Donna Britt @donnabrittcooks

burgers I tried recently reminded me of hers. Here's where to find them: Blue Eyes Burgers on Greenwood; Americana Food Truck in the Podski on NW Arizona; and MidCity SmashBurger next to the Boneyard Beer taproom on NW Lake Place in Bend.

I can’t pick a favorite as I loved them all. Let’s start with the Blue Eyes Classic smash burger with local Pitchfork T ground beef, griddled shaved onions, Amer ican cheese, supreme sauce, chopped lettuce and pickle on a Jackson’s Corner sweet bun. I really liked how the

onions were shaved and griddled which made for some great flavor without a strong onion taste. Blue Eyes also offers the Rainshadow Rodeo with bacon, onion rings and pickled jalapeño and a Kids Smashy. The Blue Eyes Classic Single is $10 and the double is $12.

Next stop, the Americana Food Truck in its new location at The Podski. I kept it simple again and got the OG Americana Burger. They don’t call their burg ers smash burgers but the OG met all the criteria of a smash burger for me – it was flat with crispy, tasty edges and served on a soft brioche bun with American cheese, caramelized onion, secret sauce, shredded let tuce and tomato. For $8 I was completely satisfied and that was with no fries or any other extras. Americana also offers a Jalapeño Popper Burger with pickled jala peños, jalapeño cream cheese and bacon as well as a BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger, each for $11.

Final stop on my smash burger tour was MidCity SmashBurger tucked away on NW Lake Place adja cent to Boneyard Beer’s original taproom. Their choic es include a basic smash burger, a deluxe version with bacon and a junior size. For $6 and a four-minute wait, I got the basic Smashy Boi with two patties, American cheese and SmashSauce on a Franz bun. I’m not sure what’s in their special sauce (or any of the special sauc es on the burgers I tried) but I liked it. I did not share. I ate the whole thing in a matter of minutes.

I know I’m late to the party but I can now say the juicy, thin, cheesy, saucy smash burger is on my list of favorite things.

Americana Food Truck

At The Podski 536 NW Arizona Ave., Bend

Tuesday-Saturday 11am-8pm americanafoodtruck.com

MidCity SmashBurger

37 NW Lake Place, Bend

Open Daily Noon-6pm midcitysmashburger.com

Friendly faces greet diners at Blue Eyes Burgers on Greenwood Avenue.

A close-up of the tasty goodness found at the Americana Food Truck.

Donna Britt

Donna Britt

CHOW

If you’re planning on serving wine with your Thanksgiving meal or want to take a bottle to your Friendsgiving feast, you’ve come to the right place.

Just in time for the holiday meal planning, Chef Dave Bodi, sommelier and owner of FERM & fare wine shop, and Kelsey Daniels, sommelier and own er of Flights Wine Bar, share their expert knowledge about what pairs well with your turkey and your pies.

While there may be no perfect Thanksgiving pairing, perhaps this time of gathering and sharing isn’t about per fection but rather about being together and enjoying each other’s company. With that in mind, these two wine experts suggest choosing wines with your guests in mind. Perhaps you’ll have a few folks who are willing to try something new while others prefer the familiar. Read on for some fine recommendations.

“Thanksgiving foods can easily be overpowered by some of your tradi tional varieties,” explains Daniels. “For example, Cabernet Sauvignon can easily make your lighter turkey and rolls taste bland and weak in comparison.” White wines like Chardonnay, Rosé and Cham pagne generally go very well with turkey and the like, but, as Daniels points out, “not everyone likes white, so where do you go from there?”

Chef Bodi has this to say: “Keep the reds light, crisp and bright with mini mal tannins.” As he puts it, “The tradi tional Thanksgiving table doesn’t have dishes that warrant aggressive tannins.” Daniels agrees and chooses two favorite Thanksgiving reds with more red fruit

What the Pros Are Pouring This Thanksgiving

Local wine experts weigh in on best pairings for turkey and pie

By Donna Britt

flavors: Beaujolais and Grenache.

Starting with the Beaujolais (the grape is Gamay), she recommends the dry Beaujo lais-Village category versus the fruity Beau jolais Nouveau type. Look at the label closely and you’re sure to find a bottle of the dri er style that won’t break the bank. If you’re up to spending a bit more, look for a Beau jolais Cru, which will list the name of the vil lage on the label such as “Morgon”, “Fleurie” or “St-Amour.”

Grenache is another Thanksgiving winner for the big ger red wine drinkers, according to Dan iels. “This red-fruited and earthy variety will still give you a ton of big flavors without totally overwhelming your cran berry sauce,” she says. Daniels suggests you look for bottles from the Southern Rhone region of France, Paso Robles, California, and even Southern Oregon.

One of Bodi’s suggestions is Nerel lo Mascalese. Also known as Etna Ros so, the grape comes from the high slopes of Sicily’s Mt. Etna where it has been dubbed the Pinot Noir of Sicily. He also likes Gamay Noir which originated in Burgundy, France. Oregon is also com ing onto the scene with this variety, Bodi says, which is similar to Pinot Noir but with more floral and crisp red fruit notes.

Both sommeliers agree that you want to be careful with oaked wines as they can be overpowering with the typical Thanksgiving dishes. So along with Rosé

and Champagne, Bodi also recommends Chenin Blanc from France’s Loire Valley, which not only goes well with mashed potatoes and stuffing but also compli ments fruit pies. Gruner Veltlin er, an Austrian grape variety, is another good choice for the Thanksgiving table. “Its brilliant citrus aro mas and herbaceous green flavors allow it to pair beautifully with Brussels sprouts, asparagus and other difficult to pair vegeta bles,” explains Bodi. If you’re interested in tast ing before you commit, Flights is currently offering both its “Dark Side” and “Light Side” flights geared toward pairing with your Thanksgiving meal. The Dark Side features a festive and rare “Ruby Brut” sparkling red made with 100% Pinot Noir from Argyle Win ery in the Willamette Valley. Next up is a Beaujolais from Jean Foillard which is 100% Gamay. Last up is Grenache from Sardinia, Italy. There it is known as Can nonau and its earthy flavors and full bodied texture make it perfect for the bigger red drinkers without overpower ing the main course.

For white drinkers the “Light Side” features a Sparkling Cava from Spain, Giró Ribot Masia Parera Cava. Made in the traditional Champagne method but without the price tag. There’s also a Chardonnay from Flaneur in the Wil lamette Valley. With only 13% new oak it’s nicely balanced and bright. And the

final wine in this flight is perfect for pairing with your dessert or for anyone who likes just a touch of sweetness. It’s a fruity Riesling from Ryan Patrick out of Yakima Valley Washington and it will pair with dinner and help stand up to most of your desserts.

At FERM & fare Chef Bodi has select ed four of his favorite Thanksgiving wines and rolled them up into a four pack available now. This year’s selections include Alex Foillard 2020 Beaujolais Vil lages, France; Calabretta NV Cala Cala Rosso, Sicily; Hajszan Neumann 2017 Gruner Veltliner, Nussberg Wein, Austria and Domaine de la Renière 2020 Saumur Blanc “La Cerisaie,” France. You can also stop by the wine shop’s tasting bar to sample and for more recommendations.

Throughout history, wine has been with us. It plays a symbolic role in bring ing us together and strengthening our bonds. So whether red or white, dry or sweet, let’s raise those glasses up and give some thanks.

Wine Tips for Thanksgiving

• If you prefer a red wine, think light, crisp and bright with low tannins.

• Be careful with oaked wines as the oak and smokiness can overpower turkey and other lighter fare.

• Keep guest tastes in mind when making selections and remember it’s really about the company and camaraderie.

Donna Britt

By Nicole Vulcan

Free In-Person Meals Return to Senior Services Center

Council on Aging brings back its meals and opens its doors to the public

By Nicole Vulcan

Free in-person community meals for seniors return to the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s Senior Ser vices Center this week, after a long hia tus. CoA kicks off the return to in-person dining for seniors on Wednesday with a free Thanksgiving meal from 11am to 1pm. Following that, CoA will once again start serving midday meals Wednesdays through Friday every week (though the center is closed this Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday).

Between the pandemic and the pur chase of a new building, the return of this vital offering for seniors in need of connection and belonging has been a long time coming.

CoA bought the old Bend Commu nity Center on NE 5th Street four years ago and has been renovating it ever since. The new facility will open with limited hours this week, through early 2023, when it will be fully operational, five days a week, featuring an informa tion and referral hub, a dining hall, a community room, social areas, comput er stations, a production kitchen and administrative offices.

To ensure local seniors had access to the meals CoA typically provides, the

nonprofit moved to a grab-and-go mod el during the pandemic. With the return of the in-person dining component, CoA’s leadership is excited to restore some of its most critical services.

“Community dining is core to our mission to reduce hunger, isolation and loneliness in the Central Oregon senior community,” CoA’s Executive Director Susan Rotella stated in a press release. “The Council on Aging of Central Ore gon’s operations evolved rapidly to meet the changing needs of our vulner able community throughout the pan demic, and we are thrilled to be able to bring seniors back together for the hol iday season and beyond. We look for ward to opening the doors of our new Senior Services Center to be a gathering space and resource hub for older adults throughout Central Oregon.”

The newly reopened center is locat ed at 1036 NE 5th Street in Bend. Meals are free for people age 60 and over, but donations are suggested. Guests under 60 are also welcome and can pay a $5 fee for lunch. The menu for the regu lar Wednesday-through-Friday lunches changes daily. More information is avail able at councilonaging.org.

Free senior meals are coming back to Bend.

Photo courtesy of Council on Aging

CULTURE

About a year and a half ago, then-20-year-olds Brett Williams and Adam Jorgensen had a pickup truck and a rickety old trailer, and the beginnings of a plan. With those assets at their disposal, Williams and Jorgensen started hauling away junk for people who were not able to do so themselves. Over time, the word got out and the interest picked up, and the two creat ed a formal business called Live Junkless, which now employs several other people.

“Our team's favorite junk removal jobs have involved clearing out homes where the homeowner may not be able to get rid of trash and other items, so it becomes a ‘hoarder’ type of situation,” Williams told the Source Weekly in an email. “When we are able to assist in these cases we see the direct impact of helping someone with both their physical and mental health. It's hard to beat hearing about those stories.”

But that’s just part of the story for these two young entrepreneurs. The pair also operates a sister company called Bend Lights, installing holiday light displays for people in Central Oregon.

“Our favorite part of this business is hearing about the reactions kids have when seeing the homes lit up,” Williams said. “We've done multiple homes on the same street and hearing about the stories of folks driving by with families brings a smile to our face every time.”

Ahead of the holidays, the two companies are work ing in tandem on a project that helps two local families make the season merry and bright… and tidy.

Williams and Jorgensen are currently gathering nominations for families who could benefit from a junk-removal session, as well as those looking for help with a holiday light display. Later this week, Live Junk less will select two winners— one that will receive labor, removal and disposal of a truckload of the fami ly’s junk and unwanted items. Meanwhile, Bend Lights will select a winner and install a fully expensed custom

Making the Holidays Merry and Bright…

and

Tidy

A local company gives back with free junk removal and a holiday light display

By Nicole Vulcan

lighting job on the winner’s home.

“When my partner Adam Jorgensen and I started Live Junkless we created a list of values for the compa ny that we wanted to follow from the very beginning,” Williams said. “One of those values was to give back to our community and as many Central Oregon business owners know, this area is unique because of the will ingness to support local businesses.”

Live Junkless is currently running the giveaway by way of a video on its Instagram and Facebook pages

through Friday to help select this year’s winners. With winners selected, the team will get to work on the two projects and will share the progress on their channels.

“We've been so blessed by our customers that we've made it a mission of ours to do quarterly give backs,” Williams said.

Find Live Junkless on Facebook and Instagram: @livejunkless

Photo courtesy of Live Junkless.

Brett Williams and Adam Jorgensen started their business with a pickup truck and a trailer about a year and a half ago. Now, they’re committed to giving back.

SCREEN

A Call to Action

Unlocked Films and World Muse present a movie focused on LGBTQIA2S+ lives in Central Oregon

By Jared Rasic

If there’s one person that you can feel safe and com fortable around, let it be yourself, because if the whole world is telling you that you can’t let it out, don’t beat yourself up as well. Be the one person who knows it’s OK.” —Ocean Robinson, “A Reflection of Self”

Right as I sat down to write this preview of local filmmaker Jesse Locke’s new documentary “A Reflec tion of Self,” a deeply empathetic and bittersweet look at LGBTQIA2S+ lives in Central Oregon, the news broke about the mass shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs. Five dead and 25 injured a little over 24 hours before Transgender Day of Remembrance. As an ally, but someone who exists outside of the community, it can’t help but seem to me like whenever it looks like strides are being made toward a more tolerant country, a combination of politicians and active shooters want to send us back in time.

“A Reflection of Self” is a call for empathy and understanding. A film that should reach people in the LGBTQIA2S community who feel alone and isolated, while also hopefully being a tool to reach people unfa miliar with the community who harbor prejudices and biases based on ignorance.

“The film came to life as a response to the wave of hatred and ignorance sweeping our nation,” says Locke. “It has always been there, but now it seems to be so much louder. In 2021, more than 250 AntiLGBTQ+ bills were introduced. Seeing the violence and disgusting rhetoric aimed at the LGBTQ+ commu nity, it became a call to action for me as a filmmaker.”

One of the interviewees of the film, Shireen Ami ni, shares her hopes for the film: “I don't know if it can reach people who don't have empathy for the queer community. I just don't know if they would even show up to a film like this. To me, it's important to inspire those who would show up into greater advocacy. I defi nitely think this film can speak to young or closeted

LGBTQIA+ people. Representation is powerful. To me the film says, ‘you are not alone,’ ‘others are out there like you who are happy as their authentic selves’ and ‘we already love you.’ You can never really know the healing ripple effect of simple messages like these. I can only hope.”

There are so many profound moments through out the film and across the dozen or so interviewees that it was tempting to make this article just a series of quotes. The diversity of thoughts and ideas ranging from RJ Quiris breaking down the dichotomy of being black and gay to Brave Crow expounding on the histo ry of being two-spirit in Native American culture keep “Reflection” feeling expansive and thought provoking while presenting everyone as human beings instead of just one aspect of who they are.

Kit Foreman, another subject of the film, tracks the root of what is causing so much hatred and divisive ness. “I believe that the biggest thing that factors into transphobia and homophobia is fear,” says Kit. “And that fear, that discomfort, can prevent us from bridg ing the gap between ourselves and whatever margin alized identity makes us uncomfortable. So the most important thing we can do is to learn to sit with our discomfort or our fear. Lean into our fear and learn to navigate the feelings that our discomfort causes us.”

“Reflection” also has interviews with the dearly departed Alex “Deb Auchery” Simpson, one of the cen tral figures in the Bend drag and queer scene. Seeing Deb so fearless and unapologetically herself gives the film a bittersweet bookend, knowing that such a for midable force who stood between the local queer com munity and any that would do them harm is no longer here is such an unimaginable loss. “Deb created more change for this community than anyone I’ve ever met,” says Locke. “Actual change. Unapologetic, uncompro mising change. She made space for a community of incredible humans who were learning how to express

themselves. In doing so, she taught us all what it truly means to be free.”

As Nikki Smith put it, “Do we really need an answer? Or do we just need to move toward that openness and that freedom to be yourself? Does it really matter why someone is gay, why I’m trans? It doesn’t change the fact that I am. Do we have to wait until we have that answer to accept someone, or can we just let people be themselves?” A Reflection of Self: World Muse Film Screening Tue., Nov. 29, doors at 5:30pm. Open Space Event Studio 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend Panel discussion follows Ticket proceeds go to Cult of Tuck

The marvelous Deb Auchery.

Photo courtesy of Jesse Locke

AFTERSUN: A woman looks back on a vacation she took with her father 20 years earlier through watching miniDV footage and, some how, it doesn’t feel like looking at a stranger’s scrapbook. There’s something deeply affecting about the movie as it connects to a primal node in our lizard brain in how we connect to our memories and remember our childhoods. Bring tissues and the willingness to see a filmmaker fearlessly experiment with cinematic language. Tin Pan Theater

BANSHEES OF INISHERIN: From the stars and filmmaker behind the all-time classic “In Bruges” comes this elegiac and funny dream about the end of a friendship on a small island off the coast of Ireland. I will be surprised if there’s a better film re leased this year. Regal Old Mill, Odem Theater Pub

BLACK ADAM: This looks like every other super hero movie ever made, but “Black Adam” has been The Rock’s passion project for decades, leading me to believe there’s something about this story worth telling. I just want to see The Rock fight Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Shazam and Aquaman at the same time. Regal Old Mill

BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER: This will hopefully be a reset for people who are getting sick of Marvel as they remember why they liked the MCU in the first place, but also this will be a loving and heartbreaking tribute to the late, great Chad wick Bozeman. This will make all of the money and require all of the Kleenex. Regal Old Mill, Sisters Movie House, Odem Theater Pub, McMenamins

BONES AND ALL: I wasn’t sure I needed a redneck cannibal romance starring Timothee Chalet and Taylor Russell, but now that it’s here I can’t wait for it. From Luca Guadagnino, the filmmaker behind “Call Me By Your Name,” expect this to be a genu inely transgressive horror movie. Regal Old Mill

DECISION TO LEAVE: Park Chan-wook is the godfather of the South Korean New Wave and a part of the holy trinity of god-level Korean filmmakers (along with Bong Joon-ho, the director of “Parasite” and Kim Jee-woon (director of “I Saw the Devil”). “Decision to Leave” is Park’s first film since 2016’s lushly magnificent “The Handmaiden” and an absolute jaw-dropping display of fearless cinema tography, expertly crafted shot compositions and flawlessly calibrated storytelling. Tin Pan Theater

DEVOTION: Starring the incredibly busy Jonathan Majors, “Devotion” tells the true story of Jesse Brown, the first Black aviator to complete U.S. Navy training. It’s a hell of a true story and director J.D. Dillard has proven he’s a phenomenal sto ryteller after 2016’s “Slight” and 2019’s “Sweet heart,” so expect this to be an absolute knockout of a biopic. Regal Old Mill, Sisters Movie House

LYLE, LYLE, CROCODILE: I wasn’t aware I needed Javier Bardem dancing with an animated crocodile in my life, but here we are. Regal Old Mill

THE FABELMANS: According to plenty of critics, Steven Spielberg’s newest film (his first that’s autobiographical) is not just a love letter to cinema, but one of the best movies of the year. Michelle Williams is always incredible and mov ies about movies are my kryptonite, so I expect to be bawling and in love with movies all over again. Regal Old Mill

GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY: Netflix is releasing this sequel to Rian Johnson’s Neo-noir comedy mystery in theaters for only one week before it goes directly to Netflix. With a whole new cast of characters (suspects) and an entirely new mystery to solve, Daniel Craig’s delightful detective Benoit Blanc is going to wade through a lot of red herrings and black hearts before finding whodun nit. Regal Old Mill

THE MENU: A highly respected chef brings a group of the astoundingly wealthy to a private island to unveil a lavish menu for them, but things go horribly wrong. The trailers make this look like a horror comedy (which is kinda top three film genres) and with a cast featuring Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rob Yang, Hong Chau and John Leguizamo, you’ll have to fight me to keep me out of the theater for this one. Regal Old Mill, Sisters Movie House

SHE SAID: A dramatic telling of how “The New York Times” reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor broke the story about Harvey Weinstein and the beginnings of the #MeToo movement. With Zoe Kazan and Carey Mulligan playing the reporters, this should be a powerful look at a story that changed the axis on which Hollywood shifted forever. Regal Old Mill, Sisters Movie House

STRANGE WORLD: This Disney animated science fiction adventure follows a family of explorers who have to put aside all their drama to journey to a new and surreal planet. This looks like one of those old dime-store sci-fi paperbacks that I collect like a bad habit, so I know where I’ll be opening night. More animated films like this, please. Regal Old Mill

TICKET TO PARADISE: George Clooney and Julia Roberts star in ATTRACTIVE PEOPLE FALLING IN LOVE: THE MOTION PICTURE. Regal Old Mill, Odem Theater Pub

TILL: The powerful true story of Mamie Till Mobley and her pursuit of justice after the horrific lynching of her son, Emmett, in 1955. With the ramifications of this story still playing across the news today, this is the perfect time for people to familiarize themselves with this story. Regal Old Mill

TRIANGLE OF SADNESS: A pitch-black come dy about politics, class and money, mostly set on a luxurious cruise ship captained by Woody Harrelson. This is from filmmaker Ruben Ostland, whose last two movies (“The Square” and “Force Majeure”) were absolute knockouts and, while this doesn’t quite hit those heights, it’s still one hell of a movie. Tin Pan Theater

Ripped right out of the pages of “Zoolander,” everybody is talking about the backcountry. “Skiing and snowboarding in the backcountry is so hot right now.”

But what exactly does it mean to be in the “backcountry?” Central Oregon has miles and miles of terrain to explore during the winter by ski or snowboard, and although venturing out into the unknown can be daunting if not downright fright ening for those new to the concept, there are a few great entry-level options for the backcountry-curious crowd.

What is the backcountry?

The backcountry is technically any remote area that does not have pub lic services or supervised access readily available. Side-country, meanwhile, is a term used for access to areas that have easier entry points, give you the remote feel of the backcountry, but without the same level of commitment or dan gers. Many ski areas allow access to such zones through gates between the rope lines. With many roads and trailheads closed or difficult to reach during the winter, safe and easy access into unpa trolled winter terrain is limited in Cen tral Oregon.

Where do I go to experience the side-country?

Central Oregon’s classic side-country option is The Cone route on Mt. Bachelor and is a great place to start for the begin ner. Check its website for all the up-todate deets and an easy-to-follow map. The uphill route starts at the base of Red Chair and follows signage up the ski trail called Leeway. The route is short, mod erate for climbing and allows riders to either ski down the groomed run, or con tinue up to the top for a dose of Condi tions de Jour. The Cone route is popular, approachable for all levels, and carries relatively low chance of avalanche.

Dawn Patrol, a phrase coined in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah for back country laps before the workday starts, is a rite of passage of sorts for the Bend landian, and you may see a familiar face or 12 lapping the Cone during quality snow days. If you grow tired of being a Conehead, need a longer option or are looking to experience something new on the side-country menu, Tuma lo Mountain, Vista Ridge and Todd Lake give riders plenty of interesting and approachable terrain choices to whet the snow-touring appetite.

New to the Backcountry? Embrace

the SideCountry.

An easy intro for the backcountry curious, and a few places to check out in Central Oregon

By David Sword

What do I need?

For a first ski or snowboarding engagement in the side-country, neces sities include gear for both the up as well as the slide down. Layer clothing but understand that although it might feel a wee bit cold at the start, the uphill route means riders will warm up quickly. Over-layering can lead to an early sweat and cold body temps later in the day.

Boot packing and snowshoeing are options for the ascent that won’t cost much, but mean carrying downhill gear on a pack. Modern-day equipment, like Alpine Touring gear and Split boards, are designed to be lighter weight, kin esthetically efficient on the up and per formance proficient on the down. Shops like Mountain Supply, Pine Mountain Sports and Crow’s Feet (full disclosure: I work there) are great information hubs, sell the gear you need and offer demo gear you can try before you buy.

Is it safe to ride the side-country?

Yes. And no. Danger is always present in the mountains. If you want to elimi nate it, stay home. Mitigating the risks is the key. First, check road and weather conditions. Winter is often wintery and

riders need to be ready for inclement weather, both while driving and while striking out on the mountain experi ence. The inherent risks of winter trav el in the backcountry, like variable snow and weather conditions, hidden dan gers like rocks and tree wells, should always be considered. Perhaps the great est area of concern for the beginner is snowpack stability and the possibility of avalanches. Knowledge is power and having at least a rudimentary idea of snow safety guidelines are a must. Much of our side-country terrain has low-an gle options, making them relatively safe even in considerable avalanche condi tions. Take a course, attend a clinic, surf the interwebs for avalanche safety. Bring a partner, first aid and repair kit. Plan on being self-sufficient. Invest in a trans ceiver, shovel and probe and learn how to properly use them. Practice, then practice some more. Use local shops and backcountry professionals like Cen tral Oregon Avalanche Center, Oregon Ski Guides and Three Creeks Backcoun try to increase your knowledge base.

Avalanche Safety Tips

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The five red flags are simple visu al clues that are a sign of poten tial avalanche danger. I use these observation techniques more than anything else to judge avalanche conditions in the backcountry.” —Jeremy Jones

New snow

Ninety percent of human-trig gered avalanches happen during or within 24 hours after a storm. Give storm snow the utmost respect and assume high to extreme avy danger within 24 hours after a storm. Follow this rule and you will eliminate your risk of getting caught in an avalanche by 90%.

Signs of recent avalanches

If you see signs of natural ava lanches (crown lines, avy debris) this is a sign that avy danger should be taken very seriously. Take extra precaution if the natural avalanches have occurred at a similar elevation and on the same aspect as the slope you want to ride.

Collapsing or cracking in snowpack

If you feel the slope collapse under your feet or hear whomping sounds, this is a sign of unstable layers in the snowpack. Cracks may also shoot out from your skis or board as you skin or ride in fresh snow. These are all signs of dangerous snow layers.

Rapid rise in temperature

No matter the starting tempera ture, any rapid warm-up is dangerous because the snowpack does not have time to adjust to the temperature change. Take extra precaution on the first warm day after a storm cycle.

Strong winds, blowing & drifting snow

If the wind is strong enough to transport snow, then avalanche con ditions can change from stable to dangerous without any new snow. Watch for blowing snow on high ridg es and beware of wind-loaded pock ets at the top of faces and chutes.

Snow season is here! It's time to strap on the skis, boards, and have a safe time.

David Sword

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By Allie Noland

Turkey Trotting Around Central Oregon

I Like Pie in Bend on Thanksgiving Day, Thu., Nov. 24

Starting the morning off with a slice of pie while supporting a local nonprofit is hard to beat. Cascade Relays Foundation and FootZone will host the 16th annu al “I Like Pie” Thanksgiving Day run benefitting the Boys and Girls Club of Bend.

Families and friends are instructed to gather and start the race at the Old Mill District anytime between 7:30-9:30am. The two course options are the 1.5-mile loop and the 2.5-mile loop, both with clear route markings and beautiful river scenery. As runners and walkers cross the finish line on the Old Mill Bridge, there will be upbeat music, supportive community members cheering and a big ole’ slice of pie to top it off.

The first 2,000 registered participants will receive an iconic “I Like Pie” win ter beanie. Runners can sign up online and pick up their packet at FootZone for a quicker start to the morning or can register in-person on race day.

Redmond Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thu., Nov. 24

I Like Pie

Thu., Nov. 24, Race starts between 7:309:30am

Old Mill District cascaderelays.com/events/i-like-pie/ $35/adults, $20/children, $90/family pack

Looking to go a little further on your Thanksgiving Day run and want a free Hoodoo Ski Area lift ticket? The Redmond Turkey Trot offers a 1k kids race, 5k route and 10k route for runners and walkers looking to stretch their legs before the big feast.

The start and finish line are at Sam Johnson Park. The 5k and 10k start at 9:20am and will travel north on the paved canyon trail and will loop around and head south on the dirt trail to the finish line (the 10k loop is just longer). Water stations and portable toilets will be set up for runners along the trail.

The kids 1k is free for children 10 and under, and the terrain is a mix of grass and pavement. Guardians can see the race from the start line or run alongside their little trotter. The Redmond Turkey Trot race will benefit Bright Eyes Bright Future and Family Access Network, two organizations dedicated to helping youth access basic resources.

Participants can register in-person on the morning of the event from 7:308:45am. Hoodoo Ski and Recreation is a major supporter of this race day and is providing a lift ticket with every 5k and 10k registration.

Black Butte Turkey Trot Fun Run on Sat., Nov. 26

Redmond Turkey Trot

Thu., Nov. 24, 1k starts at 9am, 5k and 10k start at 9:20am

Sam Johnson Park

Redmondturkeytrot.com Free/1k, $35/5k, $40/10k

After everyone is done lazing around the house on Thursday night and Friday, Black Butte is offering two short running routes (1.2-mile and 3.5-mile) to get peo ple off the couch and on the trail. Benefiting the Sisters Furry Friends Founda tion, this Black Butte Turkey Trot Fun Run will start and finish at the Lakeside Activity Center.

Runners and walkers can register online or on race day.

Black Butte Turkey Trot Fun Run

Sat., Nov. 26, Race starts at 10am Lakeside Activity Center

blackbutteranch.com/events/turkey-trot-fun-run/ $10

Photo courtesy of Cascade Relays Facebook

Photo courtesy of Turkey Trot Facebook

CRAFT

It Was Beer Before Liquor Bendistillery and Deschutes Brewery Collaborate on caskstrength Black Butte Whiskey

By Brian Yaeger

While whiskey is essentially a distil late of beer, the primary difference in the contents of your last glass of beer and what goes into whiskey is hops. You have to search high and low to find a hopped whiskey—but otherwise, the mash used for each is quite similar. In the case of Black Butte Whiskey, an annual collaborative offering between Bendis tillery and Deschutes Brewing since 2015, the same malted barley that’s responsible for the United States’ best-sell ing porter is precisely what Deschutes uses to make the beer (more accurate ly, the “wash”) for the whiskey coun terpart. This year, on Nov. 25, in addi tion to the usual version of Black Butte Whiskey that clocks in at 94 proof (imag ine if they made a 47 percent ABV Black Butte!), the two brands are for the first time offering a cask-strength version that comes out of the barrel at 125.8 proof.

I say barrel, singular, because it’s truly a single-barrel project, so bot tles—or drams—are extremely limited.

Both releases will be available for sampling Friday at Bendistillery’s Cra ter Lake Spirits tasting room adjacent to the Deschutes Brewpub on Bond Street. The non-cask strength version will also be sampled at the brewpub while drams can be purchased from the bar, which will have a special Black Butte Friday menu to complement the whiskey.

Bendistillery President Alan Diet rich says, “The core audience[s] for Black Butte Whiskey are whiskey fans but also beer drinkers. They’re getting a two-fer in a product like this. Most new American whiskey drinkers start ed with beer and never completely left that world, so this has a through-line with those two loves.”

Indeed, I fell in love with bourbon after falling in love with bourbon-aged beers. Given bourbon’s raging popular ity, the natural next step is to explore the wider world of whiskey moving from corn-based bourbons to rye-based rye whiskeys and then circling back to malted barley via Scotch whiskies. Cra ter Lake Spirits predominantly makes 100% rye whiskeys but also does a lim ited run barley single malt.

Surprisingly few breweries have made the foray into collaboration whis keys as brand-extensions of flagship beers. Notably, Rogue Ales and Spir its makes Dead Guy Whiskey and Sil ver Moon Brewing had turned its Dark

Side Stout into a whiskey courtesy of Bendistillery. Deschutes CEO Peter Skrbek says a still of its own is, pro spectively, the next step.

Dietrich says Bendistillery’s retired founder, Jim Bendis, conducted beer-into-whiskey experiments back in the ‘90s that laid the groundwork for Black Butte Whiskey over pints at the Deschutes pub several years back. The debut release saw lines around the block, which is why the duo now pro duce enough for about 10 barrels’ worth (of the regular strength) each year now.

“Bud Light and Pliny the Elder are both ‘beer’ but they’re a world apart. Whiskey has become like beer and the renaissance has opened people’s palates,” says Dietrich.

Adds Skrbek, “I’m a whiskey nerd, personally, so it’s exciting merging the brewer’s art and the distiller’s art rath er than carrying dogma from one or the other. (Black Butte Whiskey) is Amer ican malt whiskey in a way the world doesn’t know yet; it’s a new frontier.”

Both Dietrich and Skrbek enjoy their Black Butte Whiskey with just a few drops of water. (To ensure it doesn’t get too watered down, Dietrich uses freezable whiskey rocks instead of ice in his normal-strength drams.) Just as the Scottish would never use their sin gle-malts in a cocktail, Oregonians are advised, in Dietrich’s words, “This is a sipping whiskey.”

“The inspiration, from my side,” says Skrbek, “has been integrating ele ments of the bourbon world around the barrel-proof side of getting interest ing and complex distillates that do so much aromatically, and on the palate.”

He explains that unlike most distill ers’ washes, Deschutes’ wash employs “clean fermentation.” It undergoes the same time-honored fermentation pro cess as beer instead of an expedited version using distiller’s yeast. In fact, Deschutes pitches a second dose of yeast to raise the ABV from Black Butte Porter’s usual 5.5% to well over 10%. At a rate of roughly 10 to one, distillation takes 4,000 gallons of beer resulting in about 400 gallons of 63% ABV whiskey.

The whiskey has notes of spicy cin namon, baking spices and whiskey’s tell-tale leather. Flavors that carry through from the base porter include chocolate and caramel as well as freshbaked brown bread.

Photo courtesyofDeschutes Brewe r y

By Brendan Emmett Quigley

Have you discovered this zany, toomuch-fun game? Everyone brings one dollar. Chips work, too. Three dice, each inscribed with L, R, C and a dot. Gambling-lite. It requires no skill oth er than coming up with your own surefire incan tations to guarantee a winning roll, e.g., “Show me that you know me!” or your version of the preserve sequence perfected by Spain’s tennis wonder Rafael Nadal, hopefully minus the crotch grab. Isn’t it astounding how we believe we are in control of outcomes, the course of fate? Yoo hoo. Our lot is to embrace, make the best of what we get, offer our best efforts, accept the outcome, give thanks, be good sports, make lemon ade...all that. But back to the game. You want to roll the dot. Then you don’t have to pass your dollar to the person on the right or the left, or, worst of all, permanently sacrifice it to the growing jackpot in the center. Eventually the winner takes all. They don’t have to, though. They could, instead, redistrib ute the dollars, all or some, so the game can go on, the fun can continue. Hoard or pay forward. And how about the los ers? Accept? Protest? Leave the game? Demand a rerun?

As we gather for our simple-to-ex travagant versions of Thanksgiving with strangers-to-be-friends, BFFs, family, kin, don’t just leave your shoes at the door, leave the political left and right of you there, too, please. If you can, stay centered in family, focused on what matters, like saying thank you. Family and giving thanks are church. Politics are state. Younger generations at the table are watching us olders for signs of wise elders.

In addition to the aptness of the name of Left, Right, Center in the wake of the midterms, my rah, rah comments are also inspired by a Nov. 9, 2022, post by American historian Heather Cox Richardson. She writes that the recent elections put her, “In mind of what poet Walt Whitman wrote about the momentous election of 1884. In that year the Republican Party had become so extremist that many of its mem bers, disparagingly called ‘Mugwumps’ by party loyalists, jumped ship to vote for a reformer, Democrat Grover Cleve land. It was a chaotic and consequential election, for it showed those Repub licans who stayed with the party that they must moderate their stances or become a permanent minority. Young er Republicans like Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts, Robert La Follette of Wisconsin and Theodore Roosevelt of New York took notice and turned their party back toward its roots, protecting the rights of individuals rather than of corporations. By the end of the century,

By Ellen Waterston

they had captured the imagination of the nation… but on Election Day, 1884, all anyone could know was that there were currents and crosscurrents. What would come from any of them would not be clear for another decade or more.”

She goes on to under score, given how tense things were in that 1884 election, the miracle was that voting took place at all, the right to choose our lawmak ers was exercised. She closes with Walt Whitman’s words, an anthem really, written in an English of old.

“If I should need to name, O Western World, your powerfulest scene and show, ‘Twould not be you, Niagara—nor you, ye limitless prairies—nor your huge rifts of canyons, Colorado, Nor you, Yosemite—nor Yellow stone, with all its spasmic geyser-loops ascending to the skies, appearing and disappearing,

Nor Oregon’s white cones—nor Huron’s belt of mighty lakes—nor Mis sissippi’s stream:

—This seething hemisphere’s humanity, as now, I'd name—the still small voice vibrating—America’s choosing day,

(The heart of it not in the chosen— the act itself the main, the quadriennial choosing,)

The stretch of North and South arous’d—sea-board and inland—Tex as to Maine—the Prairie States—Ver mont, Virginia, California,

The final ballot-shower from East to West—the paradox and conflict,

The countless snow-flakes falling— (a swordless conflict,

Yet more than all Rome’s wars of old, or modern Napoleon’s:) the peace ful choice of all,

Or good or ill humanity—welcom ing the darker odds, the dross:

—Foams and ferments the wine? it serves to purify—while the heart pants, life glows:

These stormy gusts and winds waft precious ships, Swell’d Washington’s, Jefferson’s, Lincoln’s sails.”

I have voted in 14 presidential elec tions and countless midterms, placed my ballot in the box accompanied by the most fervent of incantations. Even so, often the results weren’t what I wanted. What’s as good is how reas suring and invigorating it is to see that the warp and woof holds and holds, that the fabric retains its core strength despite, despite. I am thankful to be a participant in this grand experiment called democracy. It’s asking each of us to “show me that you know me.” We just did and we will again and again.

ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittari an comedian Margaret Cho dealt with floods of ignorant criticism while growing up. She testi fies, "Being called ugly and fat and disgusting from the time I could barely understand what the words meant has scarred me so deep inside that I have learned to hunt, stalk, claim, own, and de fend my own loveliness." You may not have ever experienced such extreme forms of disapproval, Sagittarius, but—like all of us—you have on some occasions been berated or undervalued simply for being who you are. The good news is that the com ing months will be a favorable time to do what Cho has done: hunt, stalk, claim, own, and defend your own loveliness. It's time to intensify your efforts in this noble project.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The bad news: In 1998, Shon Hopwood was sentenced to 12 years in prison for committing bank robberies. The good news: While incarcerated, he studied law and helped a number of his fellow prison ers win their legal cases— including one heard by the US Supreme Court. After his release, he became a fullfledged lawyer, and is now a professor of law at George town University. Your cur rent trouble isn't anywhere as severe as Hopwood's was, Capricorn, but I expect your current kerfuffle could motivate you to accomplish a very fine redemption.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): "I stopped going to therapy because I knew my therapist was right, and I wanted to keep be ing wrong," writes poet Clementine von Radics. "I wanted to keep my bad habits like charms on a bracelet. I did not want to be brave." Dear Aquari us, I hope you will do the opposite of her in the com ing weeks. You are, I suspect, very near to a major healing. You're on the verge of at least partially fixing a problem that has plagued you for a while. So please keep calling on whatever help you've been receiving. Maybe ask for even more support and inspiration from the influences that have been contributing to your slow, steady progress.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): As you have roused your personal power to defeat your fears in the past, what methods and approaches have worked best for you? Are there brave people who have inspired you? Are there stories and symbols that have taught you useful tricks? I urge you to survey all you have learned about the art of sum moning extra courage. In the coming weeks, you will be glad you have this information to draw on. I don't mean to imply that your challenges will be scarier or more daunting than usual. My point is that you will have unprecedented opportunities to create vigorous new trends in your life if you are as bold and audacious as you can be.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Journalist Hadley Freeman interviewed Aries actor William Shatner when he was 90. She was surprised to find that the man who played Star Trek's Captain Kirk looked 30 years younger than his actual age. "How do you account for your robustness?" she asked him. "I ride a lot of horses, and I'm into the bewilderment of the world," said Shatner. "I open my heart and head into the curiosity of how things work.” I sug gest you adopt Shatner's approach in the coming weeks, Aries. Be intoxicated with the emotional richness of mysteries and perplexities. Feel the joy of how unknowable and unpredictable every thing is. Bask in the blessings of the beautiful and bountiful questions that life sends your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Of all the objects on earth, which is most likely to be carelessly cast away and turned into litter? Cigarette butts, of course. That's why an Indian entrepreneur named Naman Guota is such a revolutionary. Thus far, he has recycled and transformed over 300 million butts into mosquito repellant, toys, keyrings, and compost, which he and his company have sold for over a million dollars. I predict that in the com ing weeks, you will have a comparable genius for converting debris and scraps into useful, valuable stuff. You will be skilled at recycling dross. Medi

tate on how you might accomplish this metaphori cally and psychologically.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Tips on how to be the best Gemini you can be in the coming weeks: 1. Think laterally or in spirals rather than straight lines. 2. Gleefully solve problems in your day dreams. 3. Try not to hurt anyone accidentally. Maybe go overboard in being sensitive and kind. 4. Cultivate even more variety than usual in the in fluences you surround yourself with. 5. Speak the diplomatic truth to people who truly need to hear it. 6. Make creative use of your mostly hidden side. 7. Never let people figure you out completely.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): In my dream, I gathered with my five favorite astrologers to ru minate on your immediate future. After much dis cussion, we decided the following advice would be helpful for you in December. 1. Make the most use ful and inspirational er rors you've dared in a long time. 2. Try experiments that teach you interesting lessons even if they aren't completely successful.

3. Identify and honor the blessings in every mess.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):

"All possible feelings do not yet exist," writes Leo novelist Nicole Krauss in her book The History of Love. "There are still those that lie beyond our capacity and our imagi nation. From time to time, when a piece of music no one has ever written, or something else impossible to predict, fathom, or yet describe takes place, a new feeling enters the world. And then, for the millionth time in the his tory of feeling, the heart surges and absorbs the impact." I suspect that some of these novel moods will soon be welling up in you, Leo. I'm confident your heart will absorb the influx with intelligence and fascination.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo author Jea nette Winterson writes, "I have always tried to make a home for myself, but I have not felt at home in myself. I have worked hard at being the hero of my own life, but every time I checked the register of displaced persons, I was still on it. I didn’t know how to belong. Longing? Yes. Belonging? No." Let's unpack Winterson's complex testimony as it relates to you right now. I think you are closer than ever before to feeling at home in yourself—maybe not perfectly so, but more than in the past. I also suspect you have a greater-than-usual capacity for belonging. That's why I invite you to be clear about what or whom you want to belong to and what your belonging will feel like. One more thing: You now have extraordinary power to learn more about what it means to be the hero of your own life.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It's tempting for you to entertain balanced views about every subject. You might prefer to never come to definitive con clusions about anything, because it's so much fun basking in the pretty glow of prismatic ambiguity. You LOVE there being five sides to every story. I'm not here to scold you about this predilection. As a person with three Libran planets in my chart, I un derstand the appeal of considering all options. But I will advise you to take a brief break from this ten dency. If you avoid making decisions in the coming weeks, they will be made for you by others. I don't recommend that. Be proactive.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpio poet David Whyte makes the surprising statement that "an ger is the deepest form of compassion." What does he mean? As long as it doesn't result in violence, he says, "anger is the purest form of care. The internal living flame of anger always illuminates what we belong to, what we wish to protect, and what we are willing to hazard ourselves for." In voking Whyte's definition, I will urge you to savor your anger in the coming days. I will invite you to honor and celebrate your anger, and use it to guide your constructive efforts to fix some problem or ease some hurt. (Read more: tinyurl.com/Anger Compassion)

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By Nancy Melrose Principal Broker RE/MAX Key Properties

Whether you’re newly married, just engaged or in a serious relation ship without tying the knot, the question of home ownership may be top of mind for you and your partner. Most couples just starting out tend to be swayed by the excitement of their future abode together. And rightly so. Buying a home together is exciting! It is also a major life event. Do not avoid the diffi cult conversations that will help define your future and your financial stability.

Here are the top five conversations you should have:

Are we prepared financially, and emotionally to transition to the homeownership responsibility?

You should have a full understand ing of your savings, debt and credit scores. If you’re ready to talk to a lend er, this is a great opportunity to get hon est with each other as everything will be laid out in black and white during the application process. For some cou ples struggling to save for a down pay ment, foregoing wedding costs and taking that cash to put toward a home can be a smart decision.

Are we on the same page about whether this is a stepping stone or a long-term forever home?

Maybe you want more bedrooms because you envision having a large family in the future, but your partner wants to start with a smaller footprint. It’s better to know these things up front. This piece also connects to your financial stability as you think about closing costs, property taxes, insurance and future renovations and mainte nance of the home.

Do we agree upon our team of bro ker/lender professionals necessary for our greatest chance of success?

Hiring a professional real estate

broker and lender may be your most important decision. Some couples don’t realize they have a wide breadth of choice in this area. Don’t feel pres sured to use a friend, or a family mem ber, or even someone that came highly recommended by your partner. Shop around, interview brokers and lenders together—this is a business decision that can impact your credit and finan cial future.

Have we agreed upon our respec tive wish lists for the property in mind?

Make sure your visions of home ownership are on the same page and discuss your respective lists in advance, whether on paper or pillow talk. Make sure you communicate your wishes and hopes, and most importantly your non-negotiables in advance.

Have we talked out and agreed in advance on where we might compromise?

This step is all about communica tion. As you write down your wish list, you’ll be surprised how your items might change as you learn more about your partner’s wants and needs. A great way to start this conversation is with a question, “With what on this list are you willing to compromise over in order to make us both happy, given our personal needs, wishes and financial capacity?”

At the end of the day, this is a thrill ing time of life and with a few honest conversations, you’ll be in a good posi tion to buy a home with your partner. And in a changing market, don’t forget that there is always opportunity. With hard work and your trusted real estate broker, you have a chance to build equi ty together, a step that could benefit you both for the rest of your life.

A Time For Gratitude

WHERE WE GIVE

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American Cancer Society

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Central Oregon Veterans Outreach

Choose Joy Foundation

Classroom Law Project

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Deschutes Children’s Foundation

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In our Backyard

J Bar J

Jackson County livestock sale

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ReFIT for Vets

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