Source Weekly October 24, 2024

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Your ballot arrived in the mail this week, and now, with this Election Issue in your hands, you have one more important tool to help you make your decisions in the November 2024 election. We had a lot of fun collaborating with guest designer Adrian Galler for this “Back to the Future” themed cover, which contains lots of fun riffs on local (and national) candidates. On our Feature pages, we’re recapping the endorsements we’ve issued throughout the season, and added a few more. In News, Julianna LaFollette touches bases with Deschutes County elections officials about how improper voter registration at the DMV played out in the local area. Also in News, Jennifer Baires takes one more look at the candidates in the sheriff’s race, this time addressing allegations against candidate William Bailey. It’s a packed issue news-wise — and that’s just the start of our coverage! Pore over the election coverage, and then get to the “back of the book” to enjoy all the food, music, arts and entertainment coverage we know you look forward to each and every week. Thanks for reading, and for casting your vote!

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On the Cover: Art by Adrian Galler.

1: Janelle Bynum, 2: Megan Norris, 3: Gina Franzosa, 4: Anthony Broadman, 5: Keri Lopez, 6: Emerson Levy, 7: Kent Vander Kamp, 8: Megan Perkins, 9: Steve Platt, 10: Kamala Harris, 11: Donald Trump. Call for Artists: If you're

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OPINION

The Current Deschutes County Sheriff Has Created a Culture of Retaliation That’s Cost Taxpayers Plenty. Voters Should Support the Candidate with the Most

If there’s a prevailing sentiment that’s overcome us as we’ve gone through the details of the election for Deschutes County Sheriff, it’s this: Sheriffs, inside and outside Deschutes County, possess an enormous amount of unchecked power, and there’s very little that can presently be done about it. When the November election is over, outgoing Sheriff Shane Nelson will have the distinct “honor” of costing the taxpayers of Deschutes County hundreds of thousands of dollars in settlements and/or lawsuits that are directly related to allegations of retaliation by Nelson against former employees. A judge can rule that Nelson was indeed culpable in the claims against him, but it’s the local taxpayers who will have to pay the piper.

The Sheriffs’ Code of Ethics, according to the Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association, includes the words, “I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill intentions.”

Nelson, by all accounts, will ride off into the sunset and enjoy retirement, while taxpayers pick up the cost. Shouldn’t there be some measure of atonement, or even retribution, that emerges from this legacy of retaliation? We won’t hold our breath. The irony of wanting more justice around the person tasked with upholding justice in our county is not lost on any of us.

The only measure of justice that seems to come into play here is the one that the voters mete out — by voting a sheriff out, or, in the case of the current sheriff’s election, by voting for the furthest thing from the status quo.

It’s from that perspective that our editorial board, earlier in this election

Probability for Change.

cycle, endorsed candidate Kent Vander Kamp as the next Deschutes County Sheriff. Subsequent to that, some questions emerged about Vander Kamp’s employment history. Other claims emerged around candidate William Bailey’s background. We investigated both.

While the claims about Vander Kamp’s activities while volunteering as a reserve officer in Southern California in the 1990s certainly pointed to a young person who appeared overly eager about playing cop, the biggest issue seemed to be Vander Kamp, bizarrely, not just coming out and telling the truth in the first place.

On Bailey’s part, our reporting — found inside this issue — on his background found nothing that would signal nefarious dealings. Still, as we asserted in our original endorsement in this race, it’s troubling that Bailey has not done enough to distance himself from one very problematic sheriff. It’s strange to hear him downplay the issues in the sheriff’s department as trumped-up election-year wrangling. It signals to us a person who has not yet grasped the huge responsibilities of the job of sheriff, where the top dog can often work with impunity, and where public perception and a sense of moral correctness seem to be the only things keeping sheriffs in line.

It's been a long, arduous and often annoying process, trying to investigate the various claims that have come out during this sheriff’s election. At times, it’s seemed like voters have no good choices at all. That may be true. And yet someone is ultimately going to win this race and serve in this role with the same level of impunity that Nelson currently does. With all things considered, we think change — in the form of a vote for Vander Kamp — is still the least-worst choice.

O Letters

BEND CITY COUNCIL POS. 4: THE SOURCE GOT IT WRONG

In the many years that I have called Bend my home, I have witnessed a lot of changes to the City Council, as councilors came and departed. In my opinion, our most refreshing and appealing Councilor, that not only came, but has stayed for 10 years now, is Barb Campbell. Using the Source’s own words: "we've admired her for her willingness to speak truths and to advocate for the unhoused, low-income residents....On recent votes, such as the design for the Hawthorne Bridge (what an inappropriate & overly expensive vanity project — thank you Barb!), and Bend's recently updated camping code, she's been willing to vote her conscience, even when it's at odds with the majority of councilors." Yes, at a time when the majority of councilors appear to walk in lockstep, and who all hail from the Northwest corner of Bend — she is the only councilor representing the east side — those seem remarkable qualities worthy of maintaining on the Council. The fact that due to unforeseen circumstances she was unable to submit her statement in time to be included in the Voter's Pamphlet, seems a very small matter indeed. Especially, if we also consider, that Mr. Platt, along with three other people running for the Council — but not Barb — have received a combined total of $70K+ to date in donations from COARPAC: an unseemly amount of money from an organization that already has an unseemly amount of influence in our local politics and development policies. I believe the Source got this one wrong. If you cannot endorse Barb for the reasons you stated, don't endorse anyone.

— Emilie Marlinghaus

ENDORSEMENT OF MEGAN NORRIS

In your October 16 endorsement of Megan Norris, you referred to her opponent, Jonathan Curtis, as having “garnered attention in social media.” You didn't mention that his social media accounts are littered with outrageous, insulting and demeaning attacks at the LGBTQ community, Muslims and women, among others. He’s also revealed himself online as a COVID vaccine denier and has articulated extreme views on guns. No wonder he says these things — just look at what he says online about people he admires. He calls Nick Fuentes, the well-known antisemite and racist “our boy." He calls self-described misogynist Andrew Tate, who’s been charged with human trafficking, one of his role models. And he’s posted a photo of

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YES ON MEASURE 9-176

himself with convicted criminal Roger Stone, who he says inspired him to run for City Council.

Is this really a guy you’d recommend “have a voice” in city government. I certainly hope not.

— Louis Capozzi

VOTE FOR MEGAN PERKINS AND BARB CAMPBELL

Megan Perkins and Barb Campbell are running for re-election to the Bend City Council against a pair of challengers who are heavily funded by the Central Oregon real estate lobby.

Nick Cerveny and Steve Platt have received their largest contributions from the Political Action Committee of the Central Oregon Association of Realtors. The Secretary of State reports that Cerveny has received $7,000 in cash and a whopping $28,828 in in-kind contributions to his campaign to unseat Perkins. Platt has received $10,000 in COARPAC money and an additional $1,780.94 in in-kind contributions in his campaign against Campbell.

COAR-PAC is the big spender in this election. When you include contributions to incumbent Megan Norris and unopposed candidate Gina Franzosa, COAR-PAC has delivered over $70,500. So far.

Why? Because a hefty contribution might influence decision-making. The fact that they have backed losing candidates in the past has not stopped them from trying again. They know that money talks.

I don’t trust special interests like the real estate lobby. They don’t spend campaign dollars for nothing. It’s an investment, and I believe they want something for their money — policies that benefit their members, not necessarily our community. They don’t like regulations or Oregon’s land use laws. COAR is suing the city right now over the new tree code. Their values are not mine.

Candidates are not obligated to take every campaign contribution they are offered. The fact that candidates challenging our two most progressive City Councilors have accepted almost $48,000 in COAR-PAC money is troubling.

Barb Campbell and Megan Perkins have served Bend well. They will not be bought by special interests. Their values are, more often than not, values that I share. Join me in re-electing Barb Campbell and Megan Perkins to the Bend City Council. Say “No” to Big Money.

—Michael Funke

Nobody wants to go to the voters and ask for more tax money. Yet for the first time, the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking a tax base to continue and expand its conservation of natural resources for private landowners. Measure 9-176 is the first time since the District was formed more than 70 years ago that such a request has come before the voters. Why now?

The short answer is that it is needed, now. Falling water tables, decades of drought, increasing wildland fire and exponential population growth over the past 30 years, make this request necessary. Deschutes SWCD seeks a tax rate of not more than six cents ($0.06) per thousand dollars of assessed property value. For the average home in Deschutes County, it is $14.28 per year.

This relatively small amount per homeowner can effect great change in the environment. It allows broader access to the technical, educational and financial assistance the District provides. A YES vote creates synergy through partnership, leveraging support from local, state and federal funding streams for effective water conservation and management, wildfire risk reduction and improved fish and wildlife conservation.

But most of all, this measure will help local farmers and ranchers become more efficient and sustainable. Through voluntary cooperation and stewardship, the Deschutes SWCD can deliver

a broader impact with multiple benefits for both the environment and local farms.

Now is the time to recognize the value of conservation and vote YES on Measure 9-176.

— Jeff Rola, Co-Chair and Zone 3 Director, Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District

Letter of the Week:

Thanks to all who wrote in to share their views ahead of this important election. As all the letters in this week’s issue are all personal endorsements of some kind, I won’t be issuing a Letter of the Week — though for your participation in the political process, you’re all winners in my book.

—Nicole Vulcan

County Commission Set to Continue Deliberations on Juniper Ridge Sanctioned Camp

After Deschutes County and the City of Bend agreed to establish a semi-managed camp in Juniper Ridge, County Commissioners voted last week against a resolution authorizing the area as a “Temporary Safe Stay Area,” potentially stalling progress on the plan.

At a Oct. 16 City Council meeting, Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler urged the Board of Commissioners to reconsider its action, claiming that the City needed a resolution before requesting funding for the project.

Phil Chang, one of the County Commissioners who opposed the resolution due to fears around land use problems, sent a new draft of the joint resolution to Kebler on Oct. 19 for consideration. A continued discussion of the TSSA resolution is on the agenda for a Oct. 23 Board of Commissioners meeting. If passed, the resolution will likely allow the City and County to continue working together to obtain funds for the encampment.

Student Arrested for Bringing Loaded Handgun into Pilot Butte Middle School

On Oct. 21, a Bend Police School Resource Officer confiscated a loaded handgun from a seventh-grade student at Pilot Butte Middle School. According to a press release sent out at 3pm, the school officer responded to a radio call from a staff member, who said the student self-reported that they had a gun.

After hearing about the gun, the staff member took the student outside and called for assistance. The officer took the child into custody around 10:20am. How the student accessed the firearm is currently under investigation. Bend Police believe the student was acting alone. The student was interviewed and transported to the Deschutes County Juvenile Detention Facility. The incident remains under investigation.

—Julianna LaFollette

$242,077

- The total amount raised by the candidates running for the Bend City Council, as of the most recent reporting. From the News story, “Bend City Council Campaign Finance Stats.”

Contentious Race For Sheriff Nears End

It’s been a long, tense election season for the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. With two weeks to go, candidate William Bailey refutes claims about his training, promotions

By Jennifer Baires

The year-long contest for who will be the next sheriff of Deschutes County is quickly coming to a close, but not without more allegation-slinging – a consistent activity since the race began.

In the final weeks of the race, candidate William Bailey – a captain with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office -- fielded criticism and accusations of deceit for his educational record, service with the Coast Guard and favoritism by the outgoing sheriff, Shane Nelson.

Last week, Bailey’s campaign responded to these allegations with a public statement refuting their merit and laying the blame at the feet of DCSO Follies, a blog and Facebook page that posts regularly about the sheriff’s office and purports to have insider information.

The site focuses on, “Holding Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Leadership to account,” according to the website’s “about” information. The blog’s authors are unknown, but given the tenor of their posts, they support the other candidate, Kent Vander Kamp, for the top office and are critical of Bailey and others in leadership positions at DCSO.

Bailey joined DCSO as a reserve officer in 2000 and held an entry-level rank until 2014 when he was promoted to sergeant. In 2020, he made lieutenant and two years later captain, according to his employee transcript from the Oregon Criminal Justice Information Records Inquiry System. The timing of the lieutenant and captain promotions are what critics point to as fast-tracking by Nelson.

“Any narrative that I have not completely earned my positions over the last 20 years is completely false,” Bailey said. “I’ve worked incredibly hard…other people have been promoted over me at times, too, but that doesn’t get discussed,” he added.

Harder to substantiate is the assertion that Bailey is too closely aligned with Nelson and that some within the office are concerned he will continue in the same spirit of retaliation and silencing that many have alleged of Nelson over the years.

“That’s always our biggest battle, is fighting mis- and disinformation and trying to stay ahead of things and get the messaging out... We take election security very serious, and we ensure that every ballot cast is tabulated appropriately.”

Deschutes County Clerk Steve Dennison, from the News story, "DMV Errors Prompt Questions of Election Integrity.”

The most recent claims against Bailey included a question of whether he had enough credits for the management and executive certifications he holds. According to an investigation by the state’s Department of Public Safety Standards and Training following numerous complaints, he does.

With regard to another allegation that he was discharged mid-service by the Coast Guard for suspect reasons, Bailey says that it was an honorable discharge and he has made redacted copies of his discharge papers available to corroborate. The redacted part, he says, and the reason for the discharge is due to a personal family matter.

“I served four years, reenlisted and a very personal situation arose, and I made a choice to focus on myself and my family and was honorably discharged,” Bailey said in an interview with the Source Weekly.

Similarly, Bailey parried the claims that he has been promoted swiftly over the last few years because he is Nelson’s hand-picked replacement.

During the course of this year’s race, four tort claim notices were filed against DCSO, all with related accounts of discrimination and retaliation against Vander Kamp’s supporters and favoritism for those who support Bailey. A tort claim notice is an official declaration that a person believes they have grounds for a lawsuit. The notices are from Sgt. Jeremiah Minton, Sgt. James McLaughlin, deputy Matthew Palmer and Vander Kamp.

In Minton’s notice, Bailey is specifically named as allegedly persecuting DCSO employees with “strong personalities and operational experience.” The tort claim notice by Matthew Palmer describes an incident in Minton’s claim as well, where Palmer said he is “concerned about retaliation if Bailey wins the election…”

Under Nelson’s command, the office has been sidled with similar lawsuits over the last eight years. In 2021, former deputy Eric Kozowski was awarded over $1 million from a lawsuit claiming he was fired by Nelson in retribution for running

William Bailey Kent Vander Kamp

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against him in 2016. Earlier this month, Deschutes County was ordered to pay $265,000 as a settlement to a former sheriff’s captain for claims that Nelson retaliated against him in an attempt to cover up misconduct.

Bailey, however, says it is unfair to ask him to answer for Nelson’s actions.

“I’m being attributed to lawsuits over the last eight years because I am being endorsed by the outgoing sheriff,” he said. And despite the suits, he says that the toxic work environment narrative is one that’s developed over the last year, fueled by the election.

At a meeting on Sept. 18, the Deschutes County Sheriff Employee’s Association union, which represents 159 employees at DCSO, held a showof-hands vote for who to endorse for Sheriff. There were 54% of due-paying members present and 52% of them voted for Vander Kamp, according to Chris Erhardt, DCSEA president. Erhardt said that he considered the turnout to be strong for the meeting and all members were notified well in advance that the vote would take place.

“We wholeheartedly support Kent in his campaign for Deschutes County Sheriff,” read a press release from the organization the next day.

Vander Kamp, a member of DCSEA, attended the meeting but says he didn’t say anything and abstained from voting.

Bailey is not the only one to face allegations during this election cycle. Vander Kamp likewise has faced new scrutiny since joining the race, from concern over his long held real estate company to claims he intentionally left off past employment at a police department in Southern California.

An internal investigation into a tip that Vander Kamp was employed and discharged for cause from the La Mesa Police Department in California led to a months-long undertaking by Nelson to get Vander Kamp’s personnel records released. In the end, DCSO received the records and despite efforts by Vander Kamp to keep them private, the records were made public earlier this month. Among other things, the memos from the mid-’90s detailed concern over Vander Kamp’s unauthorized use of a radar gun and insistence during an internal investigation that he was certified despite the investigator’s inability to find proof of certification or training for the tool.

In interviews with the Source Weekly’s editorial board last month, each candidate detailed their plans for the office should they win the election. On matters of houselessness, fire safety, deflection and staffing the two men were mostly in agreement. Yet, the view each holds on the satisfaction of those within the office clearly differs.

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

DMV Errors Prompt Questions of Election Integrity

Deschutes County Clerk Steve Dennison sets the record straight on recent errors with Oregon’s Motor Voter Act, and election misinformation

By Julianna LaFollette

Last month, the Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division announced an error that resulted in 1,561 people being improperly registered to vote without proving citizenship. Following this discovery, the Oregon Secretary of State conducted a deeper investigation into the error and took steps to ensure it won’t affect the election.

Out of the people improperly registered, the SoS identified nine potentially ineligible voters with voting histories. However, Deschutes County Clerk Steve Dennison told the Source Weekly these errors won’t have any effect on the upcoming election.

Some 47 people in Deschutes County were inadvertently registered due to this error, but did not have voting histories, according to Dennison. The individuals are now inactive and will not receive a ballot unless they prove citizenship.

Oregon’s Motor Voter Act, which went into effect in 2016, makes voter registration automatic, eliminating the need to fill out the voter registration card for those who qualify at the DMV.

When people register to vote under Oregon’s Motor Voter system, the DMV is required to transfer the data of customers who show proof of citizenship to the SoS Elections Division. According to reports, the error was likely due to staff inadvertently selecting the “U.S. Passport” option in the database, when a document was, in fact, a foreign passport.

The Oregon DMV and SoS said in a press release that the error did not impact previous elections and will not impact the upcoming one. To address election integrity, Gov. Tina Kotek ordered further investigation into the error.

“Following round-the-clock corrective action on the part of Oregon DMV to address the known errors and ensure they will not impact the 2024 general election, I am now directing the agency to go above and beyond to ensure errors like this will not happen again,” said Kotek.

This, according to a press release from the Governor’s Office, entails updated training for staff, establishing a data integrity review and the completion of an after-action report. The after-action report found that the error resulted in those 1,561 improperly

registered individuals. While the group of individuals will not receive a ballot, they were given the opportunity to re-register if eligible.

“Because of this quick response, I can assure Oregonians that the 2024 General Election will not be affected by this error in any way,” said Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade. “Noncitizen voting remains exceedingly rare in Oregon and around the country. We can continue to be proud that automatic voter registration is just one of the ways we ensure eligible Oregonians have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote.”

To prevent future errors, the DMV has instituted several actions, including re-sorting the database, to reduce the potential of staff selecting an incorrect document in the menu. Other precautions include requiring staff to enter the state and country for all U.S. birth certificates and the addition of a confirmation prompt.

Locally, those who were inactivated received correspondence in the mail, allowing them to verify whether or not they are a U.S. citizen, said Dennison.

“This is an obviously unfortunate human error that was happening at the DMV, but it kind of gives a black eye for the whole process, which is overall a very sound process and a great thing that registers people to vote automatically,” Dennison said about the Motor Voter law.

Following election concerns prompted by the DMV error, Dennison highlighted another issue that has

recently threatened local perception of election integrity – a missing candidate from the Oregon voters’ pamphlet.

A number of social media posts went viral last week, showing videos of the Oregon voter pamphlet and its exclusion of Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump and JD Vance. The initial post stated that the Oregon SoS was “interfering with the election,” by removing Trump and Vance from the official website and pamphlet.

Dennison cleared up these claims, stating that the presidential candidate was not in the pamphlet by his own accord, but will remain on the ballot.

“Not all candidates chose to place a statement in the voters’ pamphlet. So, that’s caused a lot of confusion and concern. Every candidate that was filed with the state and with us is on the ballot,” he said.

The incident caused the Oregon Elections Division to close its phone lines on Oct. 17, due to being overwhelmed by out-of-state callers responding to the false information circulating on social media, according to a press release. Dennison confirmed that Deschutes County also received an unusually high number of calls on that topic.

“That’s always our biggest battle, is fighting mis- and disinformation and trying to stay ahead of things and get the messaging out,” he said. “We take election security very serious, and we ensure that every ballot cast is tabulated appropriately.”

Por Julianna LaFollette

El mes pasado, la División de Servicios de Conductores y Vehículos Motorizados de Oregón anunció un error que provocó que 1.561 personas se registraran indebidamente para votar sin demostrar su ciudadanía. Tras este descubrimiento, el Secretario de Estado de Oregón llevó a cabo una investigación más profunda sobre el error y tomó medidas para garantizar que no afectará a las elecciones.

De las personas registradas indebidamente, el SoS identificó a nueve votantes potencialmente inelegibles con historial de voto. Sin embargo, el secretario del condado de Deschutes, Steve Dennison, dijo a Source Weekly que estos errores no tendrán ningún efecto en las próximas elecciones.

Unas 47 personas en el condado de Deschutes se registraron inadvertidamente debido a este error, pero no tenían historial de voto, según Dennison. Las personas están ahora inactivas y no recibirán una papeleta a menos que demuestren su ciudadanía.

La Ley de Votantes Motorizados de Oregón, que entró en vigor en 2016, hace que el registro de votantes sea automático, eliminando la necesidad de llenar la tarjeta de registro de votantes para aquellos que califican en el DMV.

Cuando las personas se registran para votar bajo el sistema Motor Voter de Oregón, el DMV está obligado a transferir los datos de los clientes que muestran prueba de ciudadanía a la División de Elecciones del SoS. Según los informes, el error se debió probablemente a que el personal seleccionó inadvertidamente la opción "Pasaporte de EE.UU." en la base de datos, cuando el documento era, en realidad, un pasaporte extranjero.

El DMV y el SoS de Oregón declararon en un comunicado de prensa que el error no afectó a las elecciones anteriores y no afectará a las próximas. Para abordar la integridad de las elecciones, la Gobernadora Tina Kotek ordenó que se investigara más a fondo el error.

"Después de que el DMV de Oregón

tomara medidas correctivas las 24 horas del día para solucionar los errores conocidos y garantizar que no afectarán a las elecciones generales de 2024, ahora ordeno a la agencia que vaya más allá para garantizar que errores como este no vuelvan a ocurrir," dijo Kotek.

Esto, según un comunicado de prensa de la Oficina del Gobernador, implica la actualización de la formación del personal, el establecimiento de una

revisión de la integridad de los datos y la realización de un informe posterior a la acción. El informe concluyó que el error había dado lugar a 1.561 inscripciones indebidas. Aunque este grupo de personas no recibirá una papeleta electoral, se les dio la oportunidad de volver a inscribirse si cumplían los requisitos.

Traducción realizada con la versión gratuita del traductor DeepL.com.

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Five in the Running for Three Redmond Council Seats

Three sitting councilors running for re-election talk about Redmond issues and why the current council is effective

By Julianna LaFollette

Ahead of the election, the Source Weekly sat down with three of the five Redmond locals running for three open seats on the City Council. With three openings on the council, the three candidates with the highest number of votes will win.

Current Councilors Tobias Colvin, Clifford Evelyn and Shannon Wedding agreed to meet with the Source Weekly last week to talk about why they want to remain on the council. Candidates Jay Patrick and Alan Laywer declined interview requests.

Wedding is a civil engineer by trade but has served on the council for the last four years. Initially, she ran for the council because she saw the need for a technical perspective. When looking at growth, she said, her expertise can help inform decisions about infrastructure, transportation and water.

When asked about the most important issues in Redmond, Wedding talked about growth and affordable housing. Wedding, a self-proclaimed “water nerd,” also knows a lot about aquifers and hopes to help address problems with depleting groundwater.

“Growth is inevitable, nobody likes it,” she said. On the council, Wedding wants to work with other members to ensure Redmond is growing responsibly – incorporating affordable housing while increasing access to services.

As the general manager of downtown Redmond hotel SCP Redmond, Colvin has seen a lot of growth in the downtown core, and

believes he’s uniquely qualified as a downtown business operator.

As Redmond grows, Colvin sees challenges with the housing continuum and wants to add more housing supply, making it possible for people of all income levels to own homes.

“There has to be a continuum of people that, as they grow in their careers and make more money, they can get into better houses,” he said. “There are some gaps in that system and that’s what we need to work on.”

To keep Redmond’s small-town feel while managing growth, Colvin emphasized protecting the downtown core, and making sure development aligns with city values, keeping Redmond “family friendly.”

Evelyn was a Sheriff’s Office Commander who loves working for and with people, he said. When asked why he wants to run for the City Council again, Evelyn noted his love for his colleagues.

On the council, Evelyn hopes to work with members to establish more housing and encourage livable wages to help prevent homelessness. He applauded the City’s current progress and success with expanding shelter capacity.

“We’re doing our due diligence and keeping a handle on homelessness, trying to manage it the best that we can. I think we're doing a great job, actually,” he said. “I think we're a model for Central Oregon.”

When talking about growth, Evelyn said that residents need to be close to services, and that the City needs to bolster its current public transportation to help people get around.

When asked what sets them apart from their opponents, Evelyn talked about his time in leadership positions, adding the unique experiences and skills he’ll bring to the table. While everyone on the council has different skills, Evelyn said, they are an effective council.

“We work together as a team, and we get things done,” he said.

Wedding said she brings a different background to the council, and sees experience as critical, whether that be on local committees or in city government.

“When you have someone that's an outlier, that comes in and runs and hasn't had any experience dealing in city government, that's where I think we differentiate ourselves from other candidates,” she said. Candidate Jay Patrick has lived in Redmond for 61 years and served on the Redmond City Council from 1999 to 2022. Candidate Alan Lawyer is a lifelong Oregonian who served in the Navy and worked as a mechanic.

Colvin also noted the harmonious relationship among the current council and believes they will continue to work effectively together.

“We have a business operator, a marketer and community activist, an engineer and police officer, ex-military, a banker, a lawyer and a real estate professional. So, you can't have more diverse experience on our Council currently,” said Colvin. “Every issue that comes up, one of us is going to have some kind of experience around that, and have a point of view.”

VEGAN POTLUCK

A COMMUNITY GATHERING FOR FOODIES

This month’s monthly gathering for the Vegan Potluck revolves around the theme, “Autumn Bounty.” Vegans and foodies alike can bring a dish and join the community event, enjoy delicious food and learn more about plant-based lifestyles. Wed., Oct. 23, 6-8pm at High Desert Music Hall. 818 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. Free.

A SPOOKY DELIGHT AT PANGAEA GUILD HALL

Spooky cocktails and haunted delights can be found at Pangaea Guild Hall’s Halloween bash. The Halloween party features a costume contest with prizes and food/drink specials through the evening. Explore the haunted halls of the house or cozy up by the fire pit on the patio to keep the ghouls and ghosts at bay. Sat., Oct. 26, 6-11pm at Pangaea Guild Hall. 652 SW 6th St., Redmond. Free.

It’s time once again to vote.

With Donald Trump back, and Kamala Harris moving from the VP to the presidential slot on your ballot, it might seem a bit like déjà vu. But synchronize your watches, voters! It’s 2024, and there’s much more to focus on besides just that top spot.

Use the Source Weekly’s endorsements and election info to help you make your decisions… because in this reality, you don’t need a fancy DeLorean to make the future become the present.

Bend City Council

Vote Megan Norris for Bend City Council Pos. 1

In this race you have a sitting councilor, Megan Norris, who's been embedded in politics in California and now works for local housing developer, Hayden Homes. On the other hand you have Jonathan Curtis, who was raised in Bend and experienced homelessness before working as a wildland firefighter and now as a business loan consultant. Norris has had to recuse herself in roughly 4% of votes since her appointment — not a lot, but those were sometimes important votes, such as the now-disputed Tree Code. These are things to consider when voting. Still, Norris' professionalism and preparedness for the job far outshine that of Curtis. He's a firebrand who has garnered attention on social media for his scathing criticisms of the City Council, but those criticisms lack tangible solutions.

Megan Perkins for

Megan Perkins has been out front on the issue of tackling homelessness in Bend, and for that, she should get another go-round on the

Electoral Endorsements

All throughout this election season, the Source Weekly’s editorial board, with the help of our reporting team, has interviewed candidates vying for seats for city councils, the county commission, the state legislature and so much more. Here’s a recap of our endorsements in local and statewide races — including a few new ones we’re releasing this week.

Visit bendsource.com to see our videos with the candidates we interviewed to make our endorsement decisions.

Council. Her opponent, Nick Cerveny, shared during our interview how he wanted to see a 100% reduction in homelessness in Bend. It's great to have lofty goals —no one on the campaign trail wants anything less — but we heard little about how he'd achieve it. We need to see the plan. Cerveny seems like a well-intentioned candidate but when running against an incumbent like Perkins, we would have liked a stronger case for replacement.

Vote Steve Platt for Bend City Council Pos. 4

Steve Platt is a former military pilot who now works as a science teacher at Summit High School. Platt will bring a measured perspective to the Council, and one that he says will rely on data to shape decision-making. He's prepared himself for the job as councilor by serving on Bend's budget committee — not exactly the sexiest work, but good preparation for the often-mundane decision-making at the Council level. Platt is a longtime public servant, and if changes need to be made here, he's the best bet.

Redmond City Council

Out of a pool of five, voters must choose three people to serve on the next Council. Our editorial board believes maintaining the status quo — seeing three sitting councilors continue their service — is the right move.

After serving on Redmond’s Downtown Urban Renewal Advisory Committee starting in 2020, Tobias Colvin was appointed to the Redmond City Council in 2023, following Ed Fitch’s move to the mayor’s seat. He’s the general manager of the SCP Redmond Hotel and has served in a number of hospitality roles. It’s experience in a vital sector of the economy that complements the backgrounds of the other councilors. His educational background in Natural Resources Management lends itself well to this council, who is tasked with understanding groundwater resources in a very tangible way as Redmond manages its quest for expansion. Colvin has served well thus far, and should get a chance to continue.

Vote Clifford Evelyn for Redmond City Council

As a Naval veteran and former law enforcement commander with a background in business management and business administration, Evelyn has brought a wealth of lived experience to the Redmond City Council. With more than 30 years of leadership experience, Evelyn could have embraced retirement when he moved to

Vote

Bend City Council Pos. 3

Vote Tobias Colvin for Redmond City Council

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Redmond, but instead he chose to give back. During his time on the Council, Evelyn has never been shy about advocating for changes to a body that had previously hesitated to make changes that would better reflect the changing makeup of Redmond. For his professionalism, commitment and dauntlessness, he should get another go-round.

Vote Shannon Wedding for Redmond City Council

As a civil engineer whose career has focused on some of the more mundane aspects of running a city – such as wastewater, and planning and development services — Shannon Wedding brings a level of technical expertise that Redmond residents should be looking for in their city councilors. With Redmond being the planned command center for any large-scale disaster that Oregon might experience, Wedding’s experience in emergency response planning is yet another feather in her cap. We were also impressed with her commitment to public process and majority rule. During our interview, she told us that while she does not personally support the notion of marijuana dispensaries or psilocybin service centers in Redmond, she voted in favor of the pending advisory vote on the matter, which would allow local voters a say in whether those things become a reality. This is the type of public servant Redmond should embrace.

Redmond Mayor

Vote Ed Fitch for Redmond Mayor

Redmond voters are pretty fortunate in this race. Three people are running, and in our opinion, two of them are very good candidates for leading Redmond into the future. Cat Zwicker is a current Redmond city councilor with a background in real estate and a degree in political science. Ed Fitch is the incumbent, a longtime public servant and a local attorney. The third candidate, Charles Baer, brings some comic relief to the process, but should not be taken seriously as a prospective leader of one of the fastest-growing cities in the state.

When we interviewed Fitch and Zwicker, it became tough to differentiate between them. Both see housing and housing affordability as the major challenges facing Redmond. Both took a humanitarian approach to handling homelessness — and both have sat on a Council that has arguably done more to address the issue than any city in Central Oregon. Both are pragmatic about Redmond’s challenges around water. With so much uniting them, our decision came down to timing. Both Fitch and Zwicker are valuable members of this governing body — and so, going forward, the way to keep them both working on Redmond’s behalf is to re-hire Fitch for the position of mayor. Zwicker’s current Council term ends in 2026, meaning she’d be on the Council for two more years should she not get the votes for the mayoral spot. Fitch, on the other hand, would no longer serve should he lose the mayoral election. His work helping Redmond see its way through a challenging groundwater

permit process is alone reason to keep him in place. With the Redmond mayoral term being only two years, this setup would allow Zwicker to run for mayor again in 2026. We think that could be a win-win for voters and the two candidates in question. While every city has room for improvement, when it comes to measurable action on things people care about most — including housing, homelessness and planning for the future — Redmond’s governance is in good hands right now. Vote Ed Fitch for Redmond mayor.

Deschutes County Sheriff

Vote Kent Vander Kamp for Deschutes County Sheriff

This week’s opinion piece lays this out in more detail, but here’s the abbreviated version: This office has been rife with corruption, and it’s time for a change. While candidates William Bailey and Kent Vander Kamp both currently work under Sheriff Shane Nelson, we see the closest approximation of change happening by electing Vander Kamp. Enough with the infighting, retaliation against those deemed less loyal and the high costs of fighting personnel complaints, for which all of us end up paying. We said we wanted a fresh start, and we sure hope Vander Kamp, if elected, sees it as a clear missive from voters to cut out all that crap. Vote Kent Vander Kamp for Deschutes County Sheriff.

State Legislature

When asked about priorities in the state legislature, incumbent Emerson Levy talked about a need to increase mental health beds for youth. She detailed the issues for local emergency rooms who have very few resources to handle youth mental health emergencies. Other priorities for Levy included continuing to tackle Oregon's opioid crisis by looking at what's worked in other locales — citing Michigan's non-opioid medical directive as a potential upstream prevention measure she'd like to work on. She's also keen to address energy policy at the state level, considering local data centers' increasing energy demands and the need for a balanced energy plan.

Asking voters to replace an incumbent with someone new is not unheard of — but it has to come with some big teeth. Show voters the problem, and then give them some good, solid ideas about how to solve them. It's easy to criticize; harder to come up with solutions that aren't campaign-time platitudes. For that reason, we're sticking with Levy on this one. For what amounts to a significant position, opponent Keri Lopez just doesn’t seem to have the grasp of the issues we’d like to see by this point in a campaign. What’s more, Lopez was not definitive about whether she'd walk out of the legislature, as her Republican colleagues have done numerous times in recent years. Vote Levy.

Simply put, current Bend City Councilor and Senate 27 candidate Anthony Broadman is well-versed in the issues and ready to hit the ground running in this race. On the topic of housing, for example, candidate Michael Summers spoke of supporting ADUs in the rural parts of the county as a solution for building housing supply — something that, as Broadman then detailed, is actually already in place through 2019's HB 2001. Deschutes County passed new rules in November that allowed rural landowners to apply for ADU permits.

Broadman then detailed other bills he's helped work on to increase available land, including HB 3318, which allowed Bend a one-time expansion of its urban growth boundary to build more affordable and workforce housing. He’s ready to continue this important work in Salem. And then there’s the walkout issue. Voters want to hire people who are committed to doing their jobs and can stay in that job. Broadman was clear that walkouts were wrong when Democrats participated in them more than two decades ago and opposes them now. Summers gave a less-definite answer during our interview, calling for more bipartisanship in the Legislature — fair — but did not answer the question definitively on an issue that is central to the campaign. We believe voters want to see a candidate who's seeking to take the place of current Sen. Tim Knopp — who’s now disqualified due to previous walkouts — denounce them. Broadman is the choice here.

Vote Janelle Bynum for U.S. Representative, 5th District

Lori Chavez-DeRemer has effectively ghosted Central Oregon in her time as our representative the past two years. No in-person town halls, no general appearances to the public — heck, we felt almost honored when she managed to show up for two debates with Central Oregon TV stations this election season. Between her trumped-up China baiting, her opposition to abortion and her support of the election-denying Donald Trump, it would be tough for us to support Chavez-DeRemer — but really, it’s hard to get a close read, because the first representative to represent the entirely new 5th Congressional District doesn’t give constituents in this neck of the woods much of a way to know her. Janelle Bynum, who, like Chavez-DeRemer, also lives in the Portland metro area, has at least made an effort to listen and learn from her constituents on the east side of the mountains — and that’s just the baseline we’d expect from those who want to represent us in Washington, D.C. Our support goes to Bynum.

Vote Tobias Read for Secretary of State

There is no way in hell we want a person who couldn’t bother to show up when partisanship was at its height in the Legislature to be our Secretary

Vote Emerson Levy for Oregon House District 53

Vote Anthony Broadman for Oregon Senate District 27

of State. Somehow, Dennis Linthicum found a way to keep his nose in Oregon politics after being a vocal walkout king, but we’re not interested in seeing him be rewarded for that. Tobias Read is a measured, practical public servant. He’s our pick for Secretary of State.

U.S. President

Vote Kamala Harris

If watching a well-prepared, uber-qualified, empathetic, energetic, allaround badass walk circles around a felonious, bumbling, ill-advised and ill-prepared Putin bootlicker during their only debate was not reason enough to choose Kamala Harris over Donald Trump in this race, then, well, just take our word for it. She’s far and away the only candidate here who is prepared to take on the rigors of the White House. Vote Harris — obviously.

Measure 115 – Yes

Right now, Oregon is the only state that doesn't grant the state legislature the power to impeach the governor. Measure 115 would change that, amending the state Constitution to allow legislators, by a twothirds majority, to impeach and to also remove executive branch officials. There should be a way to remove them, beyond them resigning themselves. With the requirement of a two-thirds majority, it would be rare to see this used in a partisan manner. In other words, even if a supermajority should happen again, they'd need support from the other party to impeach someone. Vote Yes on Measure 115.

Measure 116 – Yes

Compared to other states, some of the salaries for the governor, state legislators, the secretary of state, state treasurer, BOLI commissioner, supreme court judges, district attorneys and the attorney general are woefully low, and, as we've seen with the recent scandal regarding former Secretary of State Shemia Fagan, can lead to officials "moonlighting" in ways that set them up for ethical conflicts. Re-establishing this type of commission, which has been in place in Oregon in the past, makes the setting of salaries independent from the people who earn them. Vote yes on Measure 116.

Measure 117 – Yes

The case for ranked-choice voting may be most easily understood when looking at recent presidential elections, where "splitting the vote" has had some very real consequences. Maybe you were a Bernie Sanders supporter, but you felt the need to vote for Hillary Clinton so as not to by consequence throw your support to Donald Trump. Ranked-choice voting helps to alleviate these binaries by allowing voters to rank their choices — ranking all the candidates in a race in order of preference. If a candidate wins the majority of first-preference votes, they win. If no one gets a majority, the candidate getting the lowest number of votes is out and the first-preference votes for that person are taken out of the equation. The votes are then re-tallied to determine whether anyone still in the race now has the majority, and the elimination process continues until a majority is reached. Supporters say this is a way to enfranchise more voters and to see more diverse candidates serving in elected offices. Vote yes on Measure 117.

A statement from Bend City Council candidate Barb Campbell

Last week’s endorsement of Steve Platt for Bend City Council Position 4 contained the statement, “because at one point Campbell was not going to run for re-election” — a statement that candidate Barb Campbell says is not true. In order to correct the record, Campbell told the Source Weekly the following, which we have agreed to print.

Barb Campbell: “Starting at the very beginning of the year, people started asking me if I was going to run for reelection. The first official was from Gina Franzosa, who asked if I was running. She was considering, and maybe she would run for my seat. It took me months to realize that she had no reason to make that call unless they — somebody — was trying to get me out of that seat. There was an entirely empty seat she could have gone for. That's what I said to her, “I think I'm actually going to run again, Gina, why don't you just go for Anthony’s [Broadman] empty seat.”

Next came the mayor. The mayor and I had monthly meetings between January and May. At least twice, she outright asked if I plan to run again, and I told her every time that I thought I would, and that no one should be shopping for candidates. No one should be recruiting for my seat, because I think it's going to be me. At the end of May, a person from the leadership committee of the Deschutes Democrats asked me out for lunch and outright said, “I am here on behalf of the leadership committee of the

Deschutes Democrats. We decided I was the best one. I'm the one who's known you for 30 years, Barb.” This is a friend of mine, and we sat and we chatted for an hour and a half, and at the end of that conversation, he said, “I am going to tell them that it sounds like you are going to run.”

Then when I got my nominating petitions, I sent an email to the chair of the Deschutes Democrats, letting them know that it is now done, official. I am running for re-election. He never responded. I thought maybe it was a dead email, so I sent an additional to that same address. Hello, Jason [Burge], are you there is this a live address. Got no response. Two weeks later, I received, I don't know, seven, eight, nine, 10 emails from that address, from Jason Burge, official emails from the Deschutes Democrats. So he was clearly ignoring the fact that I was trying to let him know it is done. It is decided. I am running.

These are rumors that were started by the opposition. There has been no uncertainty in my mind since the day I picked up those nominating positions.”

Bend City Council Campaign Finance Stats

By Julianna LaFollette

In the upcoming primary election, eight candidates are running for positions on the Bend City Council. All City Council candidates, combined, raised a total of about $242,077, according to the most recent reporting.

Out of the eight candidates, current councilor Megan Norris raised the most, with a total of $79,975 in campaign contributions.

Contributions for each candidate:

• Megan Norris: $79,975

• Megan Perkins: $54,351

• Steve Platt: $37,368

• Barb Campbell: $37,362

• Gina Franzosa: $12,720

• Chet Wamboldt: $9,649

• Nick Cerveny: $9,100

• Jonathan Curtis: $1,550

A large portion of Norris’ campaign contributions came from the Central Oregon Association of Realtors PAC – a total of $15,000. The Realtors PAC contributed to other campaigns as well, giving $10,000 to Platt, $7,000 to Cerveny and $5,000 to Franzosa.

Norris also gathered several contributions from Philip Angelides, totaling to about $4,250. Angelides is a former politician who ran for governor of California in 2006, and is Norris’ father.

One of the largest single contributors, Kathleen DeJardin, gave a total of $22,600 to Megan Perkins’ campaign.

Barb Campbell was another one of the largest contributors, spending about $20,376 in self-funding. Additionally, her husband, Foster Fell, contributed about $7,055 to her campaign.

SOURCE PICKS

WEDNESDAY 10/23

HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY

HALLOWEEN COSTUMES + CIDERS

Join the fun at Bend Cider’s Halloween Dance party with DJ Chris. Boogie the night away in your costume and check out this year’s crazy outfits. Delicious ciders, beer, wine and N/A drinks will be available as refreshments along with light appetizers. Wed., Oct. 23, 6-8pm at Bend Cider Co. 64649 Wharton Ave., Bend. Free.

THURSDAY 10/24

LIZ MIELE

COMEDY NIGHT

NYC comedian Liz Miele has appeared on Comedy Central, Fox, Hulu, NPR’s “Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me,” and CBS’ After Midnight. Her work has been featured in NY Times and she has several viral videos across social media platforms. Thu., Oct. 24, 7pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $15-$30.

THURSDAY 10/24 + FRIDAY 10/25

WARREN MILLER’S 75

CELEBRATING SNOW SPORTS FILMMAKING

This fall marks the 75th anniversary of the Warren Miller film legacy. The first film from Warren Miller debuted in 1949 and ignited a new genre of filmmaking for the snow sports industry. Today, Warren Miller films have captured the stories of skiers and riders from every edge of the winter world and continue to gather audiences each fall to celebrate the start of the season. Thu., Oct. 24, 7:30pm and Fri., Oct. 25, 6pm + 9pm at Tower Theatre. 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $25.

FRIDAY 10/25

LOCAVORE’S 6TH ANNUAL FALL HARVEST FEAST & FUNDRAISER

AN EVENING OF CULINARY INDULGENCE AND HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES

Get ready for an unforgettable night at Central Oregon’s Locavore’s 6th Annual Fall Harvest Feast and Fundraiser, set to take place at the Hanai Community Center. The Halloween-themed farm-to-table-feast promises an evening of mystery, culinary indulgence and fun festivities all in support of local food and farmers. Fri., Oct. 25, 5pm at Hanai Center. 62430 Eagle Rd., Bend. $115-$3,000.

AUTUMN FEST

A COZY DAY OF AUTUMN FUN

Join the small businesses in The Old Iron Works Arts District for a cozy day of autumn fun! At the Autumn Fest, indulge in all things fall with pumpkin rolls and caramel corn while shopping vintage flannel, handmade pottery, a fall décor sale and artist pop-ups. Sat., Oct. 26, 10am-5pm at The Old Iron Works. 50 SE Scott St., Bend. Free.

SATURDAY 10/26

DOODLING WORKSHOP WITH KATE WEATHERHOLTZ

CREATIVE IDEAS ON PAPER

Scalehouse presents a Doodling Workshop hosted by

FALL PAINT NIGHT – AFTERNOON TRAIL RIDE

AN EVENING OF PAINTING AN AUTUMN SCENE

Paint Night is back at the Creative Art and Picture Framing. Join a creative night of fun and art for a fall night paint session featuring the theme, “Fall Trail Ride.” Supplies and refreshments are included and beginners welcome. Sat., Oct. 26, 5-7pm at Creative Art and Picture Framing. 2115 NE Highway 20, Bend. $35.

CLICHÉ PRESENTS: TWINK OR TREAT

GET YOUR DANCE ON, HALLOWEEN STYLE

DJ Cliché presents its annual Twink or Treat Halloween party. Dance the night away in your costume and enjoy refreshments throughout the evening. Prizes will be handed out for the best costumes of the night. Sat., Oct. 26, 8-11:59pm at Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette., Bend. $15-$25.

SUNDAY 10/27

HALLOWEEN DRAG BRUNCH

SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN PERFORMANCES

Come on down to Deschutes Brewery & Public House for a Spooktacular Halloween brunch featuring fabulous drag performances. Indulge in delicious brunch specials and festive cocktails while being entertained by some of the most talented drag queens in town. Costumes of your own are encouraged – get ready for a morning full of fun! Sun., Oct. 27, 11am-2pm at Deschutes Brewery & Public House. 1044 NW Bond St., Bend. $30.

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S SOUND Rainbow Girls Reclaim Their Witchy Swagger

Get ready for a night of post-Halloween magic with the trio of Bay Area harmonizers

By Chris Young

In this spooky season where the days get shorter and the nights get longer and colder comes an apropos album from Bay Area trio Rainbow Girls. “Haunting,” self-released on Oct. 13. It’s “thematically and musically darker and heavier” than the band’s 2023 record, “Welcome To Whatever,” which came out just under a year ago.

“The songs on ‘Haunting’ deal with death, loss, trauma, astral projection and overcoming fears,” the band tells the Source Weekly. “These songs are meant for your spookier, more melancholic playlists — paired best with candlelight, the witching hour or a solo night drive where you can scream and cry along to the entire album.”

“These songs are meant for your spookier, more melancholic playlists — paired best with candlelight, the witching hour or a solo night drive where you can scream and cry along to the entire album.”

—Rainbow Girls

The threesome of Erin Chapin, Caitlin Gowdey and Vanessa May has been deftly blending their vocal harmonies for almost 15 years, and with “Haunting,” they aim to put the diversity of their prowess on display.

“The entire concept for this album came about from the word ‘haunting’ itself, which is the most common word people use when describing female harmonies,” Chapin says. “But what is it about female harmonies that make people want to describe them as ‘haunting’? They are powerful. And if a woman is powerful, then she must be a witch. She must be otherworldly or special, because a regular woman couldn’t possibly be powerful on her own. We are reclaiming ‘haunting’ as the adjective to describe our power — the power we find in reckoning with our trauma, grief, loss and fear.”

Over the course of 13 songs, the band’s spellbinding skills shine bright as they weave harmonies with pop panache on the standout single, “You Must Not Feel The Way I Do,” or front- porch folk flair with a John Prine twang (who they namecheck in the lyrics) on “How To Deal,” or an ethereal intro that explodes into anthemic rock riffs on “Subterranean Homesick Alien,” the Radiohead classic from the seminal “OK Computer,” before floating back down to earth before doing it all over again. There are fuzzy, electric blues on “Dead Ringer” and paranormal whispers on the album closer, “Goodnight Angel.”

“In recent years, the writing of a song has been a solitary practice. For this album, the lyrics and structure of each song were crafted individually,” May explains. “While most of the songs were presented as complete, there were a few instances in which we’d work together to further refine the form. Before we’d gone into the studio, we spent a week workshopping the material we were hoping to record.

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“During that week, bridges were built, harmonies explored, verses were sometimes cut or rearranged. We wanted to work together to strengthen the songs, to present them in their most distilled form. Because most of these songs were new, most of them required a lot of co-composition in terms of instrumental parts. There was a lot of writing that happened in the studio.”

“This record, like many before it, was recorded in our home studio by engineer Jeremy Lyon featuring string arrangements by Chris Lynch (on ‘SMS To The Void’), Griffin Goldsmith and Trevor MeNear of Dawes (on ‘Paying My Tab’), and a band collaboration with hot brother (on ‘Spread Me Thin’),” the band says. Drummer Nick Cobbett also contributed to the album.

“With this project, we were given an opportunity to present our perspectives while actively exploring our shared creative capacity,” May says.

Rainbow Girls first dates sharing this new music will be this November in the Pacific Northwest with a stop at Sisters’ intimate venue, The Belfry, hosting a fog-filled, spectral evening on Friday, Nov. 8. The aforementioned Lyon, who “engineered, mixed and helped produce ‘Haunting,’” will open the night with a solo set.

“Jeremy is one of the backbones of our community,” the band says. “He is Dimed Records. He is creating the Sonoma Sound as he engineers and mixes many of the artists and bands in this musical community.” Also known as King Dream, Lyon “is an incredible singer/ songwriter and shredder. He played on a bunch of the songs, and he’s coming on the road with us to help bring this record to life on stage.”

Rainbow Girls’ world is rich with collaborations, including recent features on Willy Tea Taylor’s excellent ’80s sendup, “’69 Malibu,” Goodnight, Texas’ countrified “Tough” or myriad tour dates with witty troubadour John Craigie, who’s based out of Portland.

“We are part of an expansive web of artists in the Bay Area,” the band explains. “Our home studio has been the birthplace of the last several Rainbow Girls records (‘American Dream,’ ‘Welcome To Whatever,’ ‘Rolling Dumpster Fire’), as well as John Craigie’s ‘Asterisk The Universe,’ Aviva le Fey's ‘The Fool’ [and] Eric Long's ‘Seadreamer,’ in addition to tracks by King Dream, hot brother, Caitlin Jemma, The Heeters, Daniel Steinbock and more.”

For those looking to eke a few more days out of this year’s Halloween season, experience how Rainbow Girls weave this vast musical network together in real life when Lyon and Cobbett help bring “Haunting” to life at The Belfry.

Rainbow Girls With Jeremy Lyon Fri., Nov. 8

The Belfry

302 E Main Ave., Sisters

Show 7pm; kids 15 and younger allowed with a parent or guardian $25 advance, $30 day of show bendticket.com/events/rainbow-girls-11-8-2024

Rainbow Girls share songs from the new record “Haunting” at Sisters’ The Belfry on Friday, Nov. 8.

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The Belfry JigJam at The Belfry Meet us in Sisters for a special concert with JigJam at The Belfry on Wednesday, Oct. 23! Described as “the best Irish band in bluegrass” and “sparklingly infectious,” the band has been hailed as “Ireland’s answer to Newgrass Revival.” Expect a a foot stomping, high-energy performance! 7-9pm. $27.50/adults and $15/youth.

Bend Cider Co. Costume Pub Run Meet fun running pals! + DJ from 6-8pm. Nothing says “serious runner” like sprinting in a superhero cape or a tutu! Halloween Theme: wear a costume for a chance for a special prize! Meet at Bend Cider for a 5k and dance after! 5-8pm. Free.

Bend Cider Co. Halloween Dance Party Come out and join the fun at Bend Cider’s Halloween Dance party with DJ Chris! Costumes are optional, but of course it’s lots of fun to show off this year’s crazy outfits. Delicious ciders, beer, wine, and NA drinks. Light appetizers available, outside food welcome. Kid and dog-friendly. 6-8pm. Free.

Bledsoe Family Winery Wine & Music Join us at Bledsoe Family Winery in The Box Factory for wine and live music from Mark Creech! 4-6pm. Free.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

McMenamins Old St. Francis School Superball @ McMenamins Superball is back for some bell bottom and original rock. Let’s bring in Halloween week in style! 6-9pm. Free.

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

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

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

The Dez Lounge Mark Quon solo set Local singer-songwriter Mark Quon plays at the Dez. Enjoy NA cocktails, medicinal elixirs, charcuterie and desserts. 6-8pm. Free.

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

24 Thursday

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

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

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

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

Bunk+Brew Karaoke Thursdays Come out to Karaoke Thursdays from 7-10pm at Bunk + Brew! Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just want to have fun, everyone is welcome to grab the mic. Enjoy great tunes, food from our carts, and a laidback atmosphere for all to enjoy! 7-10pm. Free.

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

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

Ponch’s Place Doctor Rounds, Plus Trivia Thursdays with QuizHead Games Meet the Vet at Doctor Rounds! One of our VRCCO veterinarians will pour beer and connect with our community during our Trivia night with QuizHead Games. Part of the proceeds will support the VRCCO Care Fund, helping pets in need of financial assistance. 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place The Harris Blake Band An acoustic duo with a flare for the ‘70s! 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.

Stihl Whiskey Bar The Brandon Campbell Trio - Gypsy Swing - Thursday 10/10 & 10/24 (7-9PM) Two nights of Insupposable Gypsy Swing from the American Northwest at Stihl Whiskey Bar with The Brandon Campbell Trio! 7-9pm. Free.

The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales Trivia Night @ The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales Step into a realm of terror with our Stephen King Movie Trivia night. Teams of 2-4 will battle through a multi-category trivia competition, delving into classics such as "The Shining", "It," "Misery", "Cujo," and "Children of the Corn." 6-8pm. Free.

The Capitol Open Decks: 10 Live DJs 10 live DJs. Open format. 30-minute sets. Hosted by “Its Fine” & SoMuchHouse at The Capitol in Downtown Bend. Fourth Thursday of every month, 8pm-1am. $5.

The Lot Live Music with Kyle Hubbard @The Lot Reimagined folk and Americana covers/originals. With just a guitar, a looper and his voice, Hubbards’s music is stripped down to its simplest form. Music that feeds the soul and is silky smooth. 6-8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Liz Miele Liz Miele is a NYC comedian who has appeared on Comedy Central, FOX, AXS TV, Hulu, NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me and CBS’s After Midnight. She’s been featured in The New Yorker, NY Times, Runner’s World, Psychology Today and The Guardian. 7pm. $15-$30.

25 Friday

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

Bunk+Brew Ladies Night Join Bunk + Brew for Ladies Night from 6-9 pm! Enjoy live performances by Maria Jackson, Sisu, and Hana Fleur. Costumes are optional, so come dressed up or as you are for a night of great music, drinks, and fun! Don’t miss out! 6-9pm. Free.

The Domino Room Bearly Dead Midtown Events brings you Bearly Dead “Harvest The Wind” Tour. Not just another Grateful Dead cover band. A cosmic exploration of the Grateful Dead catalog. Bearly Dead, Boston-based quintet, performs a concert-style show that celebrates the journey of the Grateful Dead from their earliest records until their final tours. The band delivers a full-spectrum concert experience filled with danceable energy and world-class musicianship. 9pm. $15.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard: Eric Leadbetter Solo His music is very unique and original, with ghostly echoes of the golden ages of rock. And it should be, since he draws his musical inspiration from these eras by listening to a vast collection of classic vinyl. 6-9pm. $20.

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

M&J Tavern Chained to Stone Dress up in your best Halloween costume and come jam with us in Downtown Bend at M&J Tavern and experience Central Oregon’s premier 90’s rock band! We tribute Stone Temple Pilots, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and more! 9pm-Midnight. Free. Ponch’s Place Music with Rudolf Korv Enjoy Friday night music at Ponch’s Place with Rudolf Korv. 5:30-7:30pm. Free.

Known for the debut single, “Best Day of My Life,” the pop-rock trio brings its uplifting hits to stages across the world. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Zac Barnett, bassist Dave Rublin and drummer Matt Sanchez. Sun., Oct. 27, 7:30pm at Tower Theatre.

Courtesy American Authors Facebook

Volcanic Theatre Pub Halloween Ball Katacombs Halloween Ball. A night of the best music Bend has to offer from Dark ‘80s to industrial and everything in-between with DJ Tarantism, The Figurehead, & Guest DJ. Every day is Halloween for us but our Goth Ball is a night to go all out. 8pm. $10.

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Saturday

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

Bevel Craft Brewing Halloween Dance Party Dress up in your Halloween costume and come party down with us at Bevel! DJ Bevel Beard will be blaring some dope jams and we’ll be having fun on out the patio from 6:30-9pm! Join us! 6-9pm. Free.

Boss Rambler Beer Club Kooky Halloween Party Get ready to boogie for our 2nd annual 21+ kooky Halloween party. Gift cards for best dressed (best single, couple & group), photo booth, vampire’s blood slushees and spooky hard seltzer cocktails, pumpkin bucket specials, Blue Eyes Burgers, horror flicks, black lights, smoke, cobwebs and more! 6-10pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Live Music Saturday at Bridge 99 Come enjoy live music at Bridge 99 Brewery in NE Bend. Rotating musicians, check our FB for who’s playing! Grab a beer and a pizza and enjoy our amazing local and traveling musicians! Looking for a location to play solo or with a band? Email events@bridge99brewery.com for more information. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Crux Fermentation Project Blake and The Music live at Crux! Inventive solo guitar music inspired by an eclectic mix of musical genres. Blake weaves together intricate layers of sound to create original songs that tell a story. 5-7pm. Free.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard: Rob Gregerson

Come to a fun evening of music with Rob. If you have heard him in Bend or Redmond, you know what a fun night of music it will be. “Music is the language and heartbeat of my life. 6-9pm. $15.

General Duffy’s Waterhole Chained to Stone Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and come jam with us at General Duffy’s Waterhole in Redmond and experience Central Oregon’s premier 90’s rock band! We tribute Stone Temple Pilots, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and more! See you there! 7-11pm. Free.

Immersion Brewing Halloween at Immersion 2024 Head over to Immersion Brewing for DUALITY X UNREALGODS hosted Halloween Bash! Show off your crazy Halloween spirit and dance to live music! Costume contest included - come dressed to impress the Halloween Gods! Prizes included! 21+ required with ID, no refunds. Also included: fire spinners, food trucks, flash tattoos, jello shots, costume contest, prizes and more! 8pm-2am.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

McMenamin’s Halloween Costume Party - Dad Bods Band & Watkins Glen To all our Creatures of the Night! It’s time to raise the roof along with the dead. One ticket gets you access to two incredible shows, starting simultaneously at 9pm—Dad Bods rocking out in Father Luke’s Room and Watkins Glen in the theater. Let’s Go! 9pm-Midnight. $10.

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

Open Space Event Studios

Cliché Presents: TWINK OR TREAT “CLICHÉ is back with its annual ‘Twink or Treat’ Halloween party! Come in your most outrageous costume and come correct because your daddies will give out prizes to the costumes they like the most! 8pm-Midnight. $15-$25.

Pangaea Guild Hall Pangaea’s Halloween Party Spooky cocktails and haunted delights abound at Pangaea Guild Hall’s Halloween bash! Costume contest with prizes with food/ drinks specials all night long. Explore our haunted halls or cozy up by the fire pit on the patio to keep the ghouls and ghosts at bay. 6-11pm. Free. River’s Place Saturday Jazz Sessions The Positive Side. Jazz jam. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing AGING WITH LAUGHTER! Aging with Laughter! Finally a comedy show for those of us who want to be in bed by 9:30pm. This is the last show of the year. Host/producer Liza Uelnad from Bend Luxury Reality. www.bendluxuryreality.com. 7-8:30pm. $20 online and $25 at the door.

Silver Moon Brewing The Cult of Tuck’s Carnival of Ghouls Gather round, for this all drag carnival. Staring local clowns Amber Tingle, Chaotica, Foxy LaHound, Harlowe Justice, Jade the Vixen, Jenna Sais Quoi, MAJESTIC, Mikey Likesit, Mystique Hunt, Papa Raunch, Rosetta V. Antoinette, Sera Fine, Stella Nova, and Vitality. With Dick von Moreno acting as ringleader of this variety show. 7:30-10:30pm. $25 online, $35 at the door.

Sisters Depot Mikey Bilello Mikey is a player on the rise in the Pacific Northwest and instrumental guitar community alike. He is the 1st /2nd place winner of the 2024 Indiana/Winfield Fingerstyle Contests. Expect some combination of funk, swing, bossa nova and blues. IG: @ mikeybilello. 7-9pm. $15.

The Ale Apothecary Tasting Room Live Music with Drive B and Bangers Join a night of Surf/Alt Rock/Reggae and Rock ‘n’ Roll from local bands Drive B and Bangers! Rad new posters up courtesy of Kuhl Frames and Art. Come support your local artists, musicians and brew folks! 6-8pm. Free.

Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon Kirtan concert with world renowned artist Adam Bauer Adam Bauer travels the globe sharing the heart-expanding beauty of kirtan after years playing with kirtan pioneer Krishna Das, and Shyamdas. He has released three critically-acclaimed records: Shyam Lila debuted on Mantralogy Records in 2014, Wonderville was released in 2017, and Return to the Sacred in 2020. Noon. $40.

Velvet Beetlejuice Halloween with DJ TEEZUS Get your black & white stripes ready! We’re having a house party with DJ TEEZUS. 21+ 5pm1am. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub LCL LUV Halloween LCL LUV Halloween. DJ Lineup includes: Codi Carroll, Giancarlo, Squid, Swell Times, T Phunk and Welterweight. 8pm. $6.

27 Sunday

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

Bridge 99 Brewery Open Mic Comedy at Bridge 99 Get ready for a night of belly laughs at Bridge 99 Brewery! Join us for our Comedy Open Mic Night, hosted by the hilarious Hopper, now every Sunday! Whether you’re a seasoned comedian, trying stand-up for the first time, or just looking for a fun night out, this is the perfect stage for you. Come out to laugh, cheer, and support local talent! Whether you’re on stage or just soaking in the fun, we promise an unforgettable evening. Bring your friends and your sense of humor, grab a drink and a pizza, and let’s make it a night to remember! 7pm. Free.

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

The Domino Room Trapt, Smile Empty Soul, The Great Alone and Levitcuss Leviticuss Entertainment & Midtown Events bring you Trapt, Smile Empty Soul, The Great Alone, and Leviticuss Sun, Oct. 27 at The Domino Room in Bend! Doors 6pm, show 6:30pm. All Ages. Tickets on sale now! 6-11pm. $20.

River’s Place Fluffalove This Bend-based husband/wife musical duo plays all your favorite ‘70s acoustic songs wrapped in harmonies and fluffalove. Come cap off your weekend with us! 5-7pm. Free.

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

Tower Theatre American Authors Since releasing their debut album Oh, What a Life in 2014, New York-based pop-rock outfit American Authors have experienced milestones most bands only dream about. The trio’s debut single “Best Day of My Life” hit number one on Billboard’s 2014 Adult Pop chart, becoming a staple of ads, movies, TV and video games around the world. They’ve watched their music climb to the top of the charts and seen singles go multi-platinum. 7:30pm. $51-$81.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Frankie & The Witch Fingers w/ Spoon Benders On its new album, Data Doom, the band hurtles the listener head first into the wood-chipper of technological dystopia, systemic rot, creeping fascism, the military-industrial profit mill, and a near-constant erosion of humanity that peels away the soul bit by bit. 7pm. $20.

Willamette Valley Vineyards Live Music and Wine Night Come join us for some wine and live Music with If & When band! 3-5pm. Free.

28 Monday

Bevel Craft Brewing Horror Movie Trivia Join us at Bevel Craft Brewing for Horror Movie Trivia! Test your knowledge on iconic films, compete for Bevel gift cards, and enjoy the fun for free. Teams of up to 6 are welcome. Costumes encouraged—come dressed to impress or terrify! 6-8pm. Free.

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Based in Los Angeles, Frankie and The Witch Fingers is an American rock band that fuses psychedelic punk pulses with rock 'n' roll energy. The band is composed of Dylan Sizemore (guitar, vocals), Josh Menashe (guitar and synthesizers), Nikki Pickle (bass and vocals) and Nick Aguilar (drums). Sun., Oct. 27, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub.

Courtesy Frankie and the Witch Fingers Facebook

CALENDAR EVENTS

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

Bunk+Brew Open Mic Show off your talent at Bunk + Brew’s Open Mic Night, happening every Monday! Sign-ups start at 5:30pm, with performances from 6-9pm. Whether you’re a musician, poet, or comedian, the stage is yours. Grab a drink, share your skills, and enjoy a night of local talent! 6-9pm. Free.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

29 Tuesday

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

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

Bunk+Brew Trivia: The Four Elements Test your knowledge at Bunk + Brew’s themed trivia night this Tuesday from 7-9pm! This week’s theme: The Four Elements—Wind, Earth, Air, and Fire. Gather your team, grab some drinks, and see if you’ve got what it takes to master the elements. Fun, food, and prizes await! 7-9pm. Free.

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

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

Mountain Burger Trivia Tuesday Come connect with family and friends at Mountain Burger’s Trivia Tuesday. 7:30-9pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Karaoke with DJ Chris Karaoke Night with DJ Chris 6-8pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Karaoke with DJ Chris Ossig Karaoke with DJ Chris. 7-9pm. Free.

Pangaea Guild Hall Drop-In D&D Nights Every Tuesday, enjoy an evening of role play, monster slaying and plenty of laughter with our weekly casual one shot adventures with DM Dani (or other staff DMs) at Pangaea Guild Hall! Bring a level appropriate character or choose from one of our premade characters. Beginner friendly! 6-9pm. $5.

River’s Place Skillethead It’s River’s Place six-year anniversary and we want to celebrate with you! Skillethead will serve up fresh bluegrass tunes to get us movin’. 6-8pm. Free.

Worthy Beers & Burgers Head Games

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

MUSIC

Voices Rising Community Choir - Open Sessions Experience the joy of group harmony singing in an accessible and engaging space. Try an Open Session of our Fall Season for free: October 13, 17, 20, or 24. Be delighted by the beautiful sound we can make together, all voices welcome! Songs taught by ear. Visit VoicesRisingCC.eventbrite.com. Sundays, 3-5pm and Thursdays, 6-8pm. Through Oct. 24. Multiple Locations, See website for details, Bend. Contact: 541-728-3872. kira.is.singing@gmail.com. Free.

DANCE

Argentine Tango Classes and Dance Join every Wednesday for Tango classes and dancing! Your first class is free. Tango 101 Class from 6:30-7pm, no partner needed! All levels class from 7-8pm. Open dancing from 8-9:30pm. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-7283234. tangocentraloregon@gmail.com. $5-$10.

Bachata Dance Classes Get ready to have fun learning new bachata moves! Bachata classes focused on partner-work. Perfect for someone looking to continue to build on their Bachata dance skill. Dance partner not required but encouraged. Cost: $48 for four weeks / $15 per class. Mondays, 8:15-9:15pm. Through Oct. 28. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-325-6676. LatinDanceBend@gmail.com. $15.

Ballroom Dance Class - Fox Trot Join every Wednesday. Fox Trot for the month of October. Partner encouraged but not required. Beginner or intermediate level. A weekly progressive class and review of combinations. Ask someone to join you in this fun, physical, brain healthy activity. Great place to meet other people. Contact Valerie Wednesdays, 6-7pm. Through Nov. 2. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-602-6168. valdances@hotmail.com. $10.

Bend Dance Project Adult Community Drop-in Class Join nonprofit Bend Dance Project for an adult intermediate level drop-in dance class. Styles include classic jazz, street jazz, modern and lyrical. Teachers and styles rotate monthly. Supportive and welcoming atmosphere! Suggested donation $10. Fridays, 12:15-1:45pm. Acadamie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 541-7281063. dancevelocity@live.com. $10.

Indian Temple & Classical Dance Embody Your Yoga Super Powers: Excellent and supportive for any style of dance or athlete. Based on Indian Temple and Classical Dances with a yogic approach. Includes “mudra” hand gestures, sensual bends, head and eye postures, feet positions and more! Awaken and optimize your entire being, from the inside to out. Sign up at: templetribalfusion.com/dance-bend Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9:15-10:30am. Bend, RSVP for address, Bend.

Learn to Square Dance The High Desert Dancers are offering lessons to beginning square dancers. The lessons are every Monday and Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm. Lessons are $80 for all 20 lessons. Mondays-Thursdays, 6:309:30pm. Through Nov. 14. Pine Forest Grange Hall, 63214 Boyd Acres Rd., Bend. Contact: 541382-7014. rswee3@gmail.com. $80.

Line Dancing AND Swing Dancing Lessons Join us Thursday for dance lessons. Typical schedule (not guaranteed): 7pm Swing Dance Lesson (Beginner/Intermediate) BREAK 8pm Line Dance Lesson (Two dances, beginner/ Intermediate) Bring yourself, bring your friends, bring your mother! Join us on the dance floor at the Cross-Eyed Cricket, Bend’s most happening spot on a Thursday night. Thursdays, 7-9pm. Through Dec. 31. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Contact: swingnline@gmail. com. Free, tips appreciated.

David Jacobs-Strain is known for his swampy roots/blues originals and fierce guitar playing. Jacobs-Strain joins The Crunk Mountain Boys with Christopher Worth for a Halloween Party in Sisters. Sat., Oct. 26, 7-10pm at The Belfry.

Courtesy David Jacobs-Strain Facebook

CALENDAR

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. Tuesdays, 5:15pm. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA230, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga.com. $20/drop-In.

Scottish Country Dance 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. Mondays, 7-9pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-508-9110. allely@ bendbroadband.com. $5.

Soul in Motion Conscious Dance Each event will have some guidance and intention, the rest is up to you. Move with what moves you, allow some play, it’ll be fun! No experience necessary and drop in to you, to community, and to your own expression. Wednesdays, 6-7:15pm. Through Dec. 6. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@ gmail.com. $20.

FILM EVENTS

American Horror Films: 1970s to Present From "Halloween" to "Carrie," American horror films of the 1970s paved the way for the genre through the present day. During this presentation, Jake Agatucci explores the development of American horror films and the impact they made on the industry and on all of us. Oct. 26, 3-4pm. Becky Johnson Center, 412 SW 8th St., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@ dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Hitchcock Flm Series COCC Community Ed is offering a weekly “Hitchcock Film Series” course Oct. 24 through Nov. 20. You can enroll online. Just “Browse and Register,” then “Search by Instructor”--Greg Lyons. You can also just call 541-383-7270. Course fee $59. Wednesdays, 4-6:30pm. Through Nov. 20. COCC Hitchcock Auditorium, 2600 NW College Way, Bend. Contact: 541-383-7270. glyons@cocc.edu. $59.

Spooky Saturday Screenings: "Monster House" Enjoy our Pumpkins and Pup-Corn: Spooky Saturday Screenings with a showing of Monster House on our projected screen. Also, enjoy seasonal hot beverages and snacks to bring in the fall season! Movie starts at 6pm. Oct. 26, Noon-8pm. Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend. Free.

Sunday Scaries: Movie Night This Oct., join us every Sunday for a scary movie on our large outdoor projected screen. Movie starts at 6:30pm and we will have food from Alebrije and Pieous Pizza as well as ice cold drinks from our beer truck. Come get spooky! Sundays, 6:30pm. Through Oct. 27. Bunk+Brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Avenue, Bend. Contact: 458-202-1090. jasmine@ bunkandbrew.com. Free.

Warren Miller’s 75 This fall will mark the 75th anniversary of the Warren Miller film legacy. When the first film from Warren Miller debuted in 1949, it ignited a new genre of filmmaking for the snowsports industry. Today, Warren Miller films have captured the stories of skiers and riders from every edge of the winter world and continue to gather audiences each fall to celebrate the start of the season. Oct. 24, 7:30pm and Oct. 25, 6 and 9pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $25 GA, $20 Kids/Students. (plus $6 Historic Preservation fee).

ARTS + CRAFTS

Boss Laser CNC Workshop This is a class for those that have experience on our Glowforge laser or other CNC equipment and would like to have access to our Boss 3655 Laser. Come and spend 3 hours with us to be certified on our machine. We will review operation and best practices. Oct. 29, 6-9pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $159.

Date Night Spooky Stained Glass In this class you and your partner will make a spooky pumpkin-stained glass sun-catcher or a fun multicolored honeycomb suncatcher. This is a great way to try out making stained glass and you can take the class with a date, spouse, parent, bff, etc. All glass pieces will be precut. Oct. 26, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave. com. $99.

Dichroic Glass Set in Metal Clay Pendant Class - 2 Days* In this class we will cover the basics of working with Metal Clay, the use of textures, designing a bail and combining Dichroic glass. Dichroic glass and fine silver Metal Clay is a great way to add color to your jewelry pieces. This class is great for beginners and advanced. Oct. 23, 6-9pm and Oct. 24, 6-7:30pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave. com. $219.

Fall Paint Night! Afternoon Trail Ride Paint Night is back! Fall Trail Ride. A night of fun and art on Sat., Oct. 26 from 5-7pm at Creative Art & Picture Framing on Bend’s East side. Supplies and refreshments included, beginners welcome. $35 per person. Oct. 26, 5-7pm. Creative Art and Picture Framing, 2115 NE Highway 20, Bend. Contact: 541-585-1541. mustangsandy1963@gmail.com. $35.

FOUNDATION IN ART This 4-class series builds a solid foundation for aspiring artists, covering essential 2D visual art principles. Class #1: Explore COMPOSITION with charcoal and pencils. Class #2: Investigate VALUE using india ink and pen. Class #3: Understand COLOR with colored pencils. Class #4: Integrate skills with acrylic paint. All materials included. Wednesdays, 5:15-7:15pm. Through Oct. 23. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-5087438. hellofreaknart@gmail.com. $185.

GRAND OPENING OF FLYING HORSE

GALLERY The Flying Horse Gallery is a new artist-owned and operated gallery that brings a unique twist to Central Oregon. Resident artists Brad Earl and Sloane Earl (father and daughter), along with spotlight artists, bring you to a world of fantasy, whimsy and playful nostalgia. Oct. 25, 11am-7pm. Flying Horse Gallery, 161 South Elm Street, Sisters. Contact: 541-904-0159. info@ flyinghorsegallery.com. Free.

INKTOBER Stippling Pet Portraits Join Freak’n Art for a hands-on workshop in stippling art. Learn to create stunning portraits using tiny dots to build depth and gradient. We’ll guide you in transferring a photo of your pet (or any subject) onto your page. Oct. 24, 5:15-7:15pm. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-508-7438. hellofreaknart@gmail.com. $45.

Intro to MIG Welding (ages 13+) This hands-on class is perfect for beginners or anyone needing a refresher class in cutting and welding. You’ll cut steel with a plasma cutter and weld those pieces back together. You’ll get to try your hand at MIG welding. No Welding Experience Needed! All materials and tools included. Oct. 29, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@ diycave.com. $139.

Intro to Welding - Women Only Women’s only Intro to welding class introduces students to MIG (GMAW / Wire Feed) welding, a widely used and versatile process that is perfect for beginners wanting to start on their own metal fabrication projects. This class is designed for beginners who want to gain confidence in our metal shop. Oct. 23, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@ diycave.com. $129.

Meet Artists Santigie & Sapata Fofana-Dura Hear about plans for including the community in creating art for the Sunriver Library. Sapata and Santigie Fofana-Dura invite the Deschutes county community to an Artist Talk where they will present on their artistic practice, show examples of past projects, and invite the community to participate in their latest endeavor. Oct. 27, 11am-1pm. Downtown Bend Library, 601 Northwest Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-3121032. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Scalehouse Presents: Doodling Workshop with Kate Weatherholtz Get out of your head and get some ideas on paper! Join us for a doodling workshop, brainstorming sesh, and fun drawing exercises. Hosted by Patricia Clark Studio Artist Kate Weatherholtz. Oct. 26, 11am-Noon. Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-640-2186. info@scalehouse.org. Suggested donation: $15.

Spooky Intro to Stained Glass This is a great introductory class provides a foundation for stained glass using the copper foil technique in just 2 hours. Bring yourself and your friends in to make one-of-kind spooky pumpkin stainedglass piece just in time for Halloween! All glass pieces will be precut. Oct. 28, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 503896-9519. emmajuth26@gmail.com. 129.

Stranger Drawings: Lines of Connection We often go through life looking at but not seeing each other. With pen, paper, and curiosity, we’ll remedy that. No drawing or writing skills required! Laughter guaranteed. All materials supplied. Ages 12 and up. Limited seating. Register: krayna@clearlenscoaching.com Oct. 27, 11:15am-12:30pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-3180045. krayna@clearlenscoaching.com. Free.

Wood Lathe Turning 101 - Learning to Create Fine Details This class takes your wood turning skills to the next level by building on techniques and practices learned in the Introduction to Word Turning class. The class covers use of two tradition turning tools: the spindle gouge and skew chisel. With these tools you can create beautiful and intricate features. Oct. 28, 6-9pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave. com. $139.

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. Wednesdays-Sundays, 7:30-9pm. Downtown Bend, Downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: 541-3500732. bendghosttours@gmail.com. $25. Climate Positive Biochar: Enhancing Environmental Health Explore the multiple use cases for Biochar in environmental remediation, soil applications and its potential as a carbon sequestration tool. Oct. 29, 6-7pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-316-0080. info@worthyenvironmental.org. Free.

History of the Pioneer Queens of Crook County Join an engaging presentation, “The History of the Pioneer Queens,” by Jerry Brummer at the Bowman Museum. He will explore the rich history of the Pioneer Queens, a cherished tradition that celebrates the legacy of Prineville’s early settlers. Oct. 26, 2-3pm. A.R. Bowman Museum - Community Room, 246 N. Main St., Prineville. Contact: 541-447-7978. asmith@crooklib.org. Free.

I Ching workshop and Satvik Dinner with Adam Bauer The I Ching is an ancient Chinese philosophy and presents a way of life intended to restore harmony and tranquility. Adam has been studying the I Ching for 40 years, and will workshop “throwing coins”. We’ll end with a community vegetarian satvik dinner. Kirtan will follow; get tickets for both! Oct. 26, 2-6:30pm. Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend. Contact: 607-3510475. piper@piperlucas.com. $50.

Livable Future Forum: Farming the High Desert What’s on the Central Oregon agriculture horizon? Local farmers Megan Kellner-Rode and Cate Havstad and LandWatch’s Rural Lands Program Director Rory Isbell talk about the future that’s possible thanks to Oregon’s land use system and its emphasis on preserving agricultural lands and water. Oct. 23, 7-9pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-647-2930. info@colw.org. $10.

Shifting Narratives: From Print Media to Media Literacy The panel discussion, “Shifting Narratives,” will explore the dynamic evolution from print media to media literacy, emphasizing authentic representation and cultural sensitivity in journalism. Featuring panel members Meyers Reece, Torsten Kjellstrand, Jim Cornelius, and Jackleen de la Harpe. The event is free, but space is limited. Registration is required. Oct. 24, 6-7:30pm. Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Rd., Sisters. Contact: 541-904-0700. inquiries@ roundhousefoundation.org. Free.

THEATER

Men are from Mars - Women are from Venus LIVE! Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Off-Broadway sensation, Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE! This uproarious show, a seamless blend of theater and stand-up, has been revamped for 2024. Expect a delightful, light-hearted comedy inspired by John Gray’s New York Times #1 best-selling book. Oct. 26, 7:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $67. Traveling Terrors: A Haunted Carnival Fundraising Event A haunted carnival like no other, designed to raise funds in support of our theatre program. Family-Friendly: Non-scary areas are available for younger children. Timed Entry: Tickets are sold in timed intervals to ensure everyone enjoys the experience without long waits. Fri, Oct. 25, 7-10pm, Sat, Oct. 26, 5-10pm and Sun, Oct. 27, 5-8pm. Mountain View High School Auditorium, 2755 NE 27th St., Bend. Contact: 541-355-4558. amy.james@bend.k12.or.us. $12.

NYC comedian Liz Miele has appeared on Comedy Central, Fox, Hulu, NPR’s “Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me,” and CBS’s After Midnight. Her work has been featured in The New Yorker, NY Times and she has several viral videos across social media platforms. Thu., Oct. 24, 7pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub.

Courtesy Liz Miele Facebook

Dear Central Oregon,

As I reflect on this past year, one word stands out above all others: stability In a world that is constantly shifting, MountainStar’s mission to foster stability for the children and families we serve has never been more critical.

At the heart of our work is the belief that strong, caring, and stable relationships are the foundation for a family’s well-being By building trust, offering consistent support, and providing therapeutic services, we are able to nurture the lifelong stability that families need to thrive Our vision extends beyond immediate assistance we aim to empower families with knowledge and resources that create lasting change, working together on a path toward a brighter future

However, as we strive to help families make positive changes, we recognize that this important work is only possible when MountainStar itself remains strong We rely on the stability of our community volunteers, donors, and supporters like you to ensure that our programs continue to meet the needs of Central Oregon families. Whether through generous contributions, hours spent volunteering, or participation in events like Birdies 4 Babies, our community has been the backbone of our success every year This circle of investment from our supporters, through the organization, and out to families is what allows us to make lasting change.

Over the past few years, with your help, we have been able to expand our programs to support new mental health initiatives, open therapeutic classroom sites in two communities, and add staff at our rural sites to focus on outreach and crisis intervention These services provide critical supports for families and communities across our region

As we look ahead, we remain committed to fostering stability for both our families, our organization, and our region. Together, we can continue to break cycles of trauma, strengthen our community, and ensure that every family has the opportunity to build a safe, healthy, and stable future

Thank you for standing with us

KARA TACHIKAWA, Executive Director, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery

RELIEF NURSERY MILESTONES

MOUNTAINSTAR FAMILIES

RELIEF NURSERY MILESTONES

MOUNTAINSTAR KIDS

*Heckman Equation

WORDS

The Ancients by John Larison Join John Larison, Oregon author of Whiskey When We’re Dry, to discuss his new book, The Ancients, “A richly imagined, sweeping novel set in the climate-changed world of our own descendants.” Oct. 24, 6:30-7:30pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. $5.

Fall into OBOB Series Event: Fifty-Four Things Wrong with Gwendolyn Rogers by Caela Carter Join us for this free virtual event! Registration is required. Each year Roundabout Books is honored to present our Fall Into OBOB Author Series! This is a wonderful opportunity for our local students to meet select OBOB authors, ask questions, and cement their knowledge of the book. Oct. 29, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free. Hello! Storytime Hello, and welcome to Roundabout Books Storytime! Spooky Little Halloween! We are looking forward to sharing stories, movement and a touch of music with 0-5 year olds, geared toward those younger ages. There will be a heavy emphasis on fun, so bring your listening ears and a smile. Oct. 23, 10:30-11am. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Out of This World Book Club Please join us for Out of This World Book Club! We will discuss "A House with Good Bones" by T. Kingfisher. Oct. 28, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

ETC.

Herbal Medicine Making Workshop: Infused Oils Join Dr. Ashley at The Peoples Apothecary to learn how to make nourishing, herbal remedies. Infused medicinal oils is a timeless way to use herbal medicine safely and effectively for all ages. Take this single workshop or all four in the series! Oct. 25, 5-6:30pm. The Peoples Apothecary, 1841 NE Division Street, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@thepeoplesapothecary.net. $65. Pretty Moments on the Runway Pretty Moments Lingerie is hosting our third fashion show in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We will start with a fashion show that displays some of our favorite pieces and end with raffles, drinks, cupcakes, and a chance to try on and buy items featured in the show! Oct. 26, 2-6pm. Pretty Moments Lingerie, 63455 N Hwy 97 Suite #84, Bend. Contact: 541-318-1811. prettymomentslingerie@gmail.com. $40. The ScareGrounds Haunted Attractions The ScareGrounds 18 years of haunted attraction. The Asylum for the Criminally Insane where people are abandoned and the patients roam to terrorize all that enter. TWISTED, a carnival where the freaks have taken over the show. Fridays-Saturdays, 7-9pm and Oct. 24-31, 7-9pm. Through Oct. 19. The Scaregrounds, 120 SE Glacier Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-5484755. info@scaremegood.com. $22.5 Single haunt ticket, 2 haunt combo ticket available.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

Fall Color Photo Sessions Visit the best fall color in Central Oregon, and learn to take awesome autumn photos around Bend. Morning and sunset tours available. Destinations vary each week, depending on best places for the colors. Sundays, 7-11am. Through Oct. 28. Cascade Center of Photography, 2660 NE Highway 20 Ste 610, #212, Bend. Contact: 541-241-2266. workshops@ccophoto.com. $230.

Fall Colors Walk Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Tom Wainwright for a fall colors walk at the Metolius Preserve. From ponderosa pine forest to lush creekside corridors, the Metolius region boasts a unique combination of wetter plants from the west side of the Cascades along with the drier eastern Cascade vegetation. Oct. 27, 10am-1pm. Metolius Preserve, near Camp Sherman, Sisters. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Free Ski Wax by REI Co-op REI is providing Free Ski/ Snowboard Waxing to Bevel customers while raising awareness and donations for the Cooperative Action Fund! Oct. 26, 5-7pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 541-972-3835. Free.

Geology Hike Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Derek Loeb for a geology hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Marvel at the geologic history of this spectacular rimrock canyon and take in the views from two scenic overlooks as you make your way into the canyon to the banks of Whychus Creek. Oct. 25, 9:30am-3pm. Whychus Canyon Preserve, outside Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Happy Girls Run The Happy Girls Run Series offers the best all-women running experience in the Pacific Northwest. Sponsors are front and center during our marketing campaigns as we lead up to each race day. Happy Girls embraces all women offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon races in two beautiful locations. Oct. 26, 9am. Five Pine Lodge, 1021 Desperado Trail, Sisters, Sisters. $65-$105.

VOLUNTEER

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

DYF Winter Volunteer Information

Night Join us to learn about Deschutes National Forest winter volunteer opportunities. Oct. 29, 6:30-7:30pm. Deschutes National Forest, BendFort Rock Ranger District, 63095 Deschutes Market Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-410-5106. christin. shapiro@discovernw.org. Free.

Restorative Justice 101-Informational Sessions Come learn about restorative justice from a skilled practitioner in the field! This informational session will cover the alternative lens to the criminal justice system and demonstrate the basics tenants of restorative justice practices. You will also have the chance to learn more about getting involved in local RJ opportunities! Oct. 29, 10-11:30am and 1-2:30pm. Crook County Library, 175 NW Meadow Lakes Drive, Prineville. Contact: 541-318-6265. mcm@solutionsco.org. Free.

Volunteer with the Salmonfly Project x NFS on the Lower Deschutes Volunteer with the Salmonfly Project & Native Fish Society on the Lower Deschutes! We need your help! NFS and the SalmonflyProject are conducting a crucial aquatic insect and habitat monitoring program on the Lower Deschutes River, and we’re looking for volunteers to assist from Oct. 14th to 25th! ⁠ Oct. 14-25, 9am-5pm. Deschutes River, Undisclosed Location on the Deschutes River, Bend. Contact: 503-344-4218. liz@nativefishcociety.org. Free.

GROUPS + MEETUPS

International Day of Climate Action and a Ribbon Cutting at E2 Solar - Oct 24 Join us in celebrating International Day of Climate Action and a Ribbon Cutting at E2 Solar! Ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 4:15 PM. E2 Solar came under new ownership earlier this year and is eager to engage with the community. October is National Energy Awareness Month! Oct. 24, 4-5pm. E2 Solar, 20784 NE High Desert Ln., Bend. Free.

Navigating Workplace Challenges: Leave Laws, Wage & Hour Hot Topics, Accommodations, and Safety Compliance Get ready to transform workplace hurdles into stepping stones! Join us for an engaging presentation where we’ll demystify the latest twists in leave laws, dive into wage and hour hot topics like exempt employees and the new salary basis requirements. Oct. 24, 7:50am-Noon. Hampton Inn & Suites, 750 SW Columbia St., Bend. Contact: 541-419-9181. sandys@bendcable.com. $50.

Queer Closet Pop-Up Flash pop-up happening at @openspaceeventstudios (Studio 1). Enter through the door on Lafayette. Come down to check out the goods and take home a whole new wardrobe for free! Oct. 25, 3-5pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-699-2794. bendmoonlightmarket@gmail.com. Free.

Single Mingle & Speed Dating at Bridge 99 Calling all Central Oregon Singles! Ready to mingle? Join in the fun for a night of mingling and speed dating with other singles in the area! Female to Male Speed Dating. 2145 year old event. RSVP Requested.Meet our matchmaker, Jamie from All Things Love and get on her free singles database!All proceeds go to the charity of the quarter.Not single? Grab your single friend and be their wingman/woman!Follow us at @centraloregonsingleites or at www. oregonsingleites.com Oct. 29, 6-8pm. Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-323-0964.

FUNDRAISING

Bingo for Veterans A fun family-friendly Bingo Night with proceeds benefiting Central Oregon Veterans Ranch! Win prizes, cash and support our these local Heroes. Bingo cards are $2 each or 6 for $10, with daubers supplied. Second Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30pm and Fourth Wednesday of every month. Otto’s Landing, 652 NW 7th St., Redmond. Contact: 541-699-1307. ottosredmond@gmail.com. Locavore’s 6th Annual Fall Harvest Feast & Fundraiser Get ready for an unforgettable night at Central Oregon Locavore’s 6th Annual Fall Harvest Feast & Fundraiser, set to take place on Friday, Oct. 25 at 5pm, at the magical Hanai Community Center in Bend. This Halloween-themed masquerade promises an evening of mystery, culinary indulgence, and fun festivities, all in support of local food and farmers. At the heart of the evening is an extraordinary multi-course feast created by local chef Jackson Higdon of Luckey’s Woodsman. Enjoy the rich flavors of the season, featuring farmfresh ingredients from some of Central Oregon’s finest producers. Oct. 25, 5pm. Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend. $115-$3,000.

Bluegrass Irish band JigJam has a sparklingly infectious sound and its roots in Irish music. Expect a foot stomping, high-energy performance at a special concert in Sisters. Wed., Oct. 23, 7-9pm at The Belfry.

Courtesy JigJam

GUNG HO

By Savannah Mendoza

American Authors Rise and Growth with Uplifting Anthems and Hope Lead

singer Zac Barnett reflects on the band’s creative evolution, memorable moments on tour and their continued drive to inspire listeners

Brooklyn-based indie-rock band American Authors is known its feel-good uplifting hits, including, “Best Day of My Life,” and “Go Big or Go Home.” On Sunday, Oct. 27, American Authors take the stage at Bend’s Tower Theatre, bringing its anthemic sound and positive energy to the high desert. I had the chance to chat with lead vocalist and guitarist Zac Barnett about the band’s journey, their creative process and some memorable moments on tour.

Source Weekly: You met your bandmates at Berklee College of Music. How did you know that you know they were the right fit?

Zac Barnett: At first, I wasn’t sure, but after a few rehearsals and writing sessions, it clicked. When I was collaborating with them I felt like I was writing my best songs. They pushed me to be a better musician, challenging me to try singing in ways no professor had taught me before. Those little signs made realize these were my people. We all had the same drive – buying a van, pressing an album and working equally hard to make the dream a reality.

SW: “Best Day of My Life,” became a worldwide hit. Did you expect it to take off like that?

ZB: Not at all. We were all unsure about the song at first – it went through a lot of rewrites. Our producer sent it to a publishing friend; it ended up in a Lowe’s commercial, then a car ad in the UK. After that, it snowballed. It was a surreal feeling, and we knew we might be onto something special.

SW: Your music has an anthemic, uplifting quality. What drives that?

ZB: We’ve evolved sonically over the years, but the message of hope in our lyrics has always been constant. We write from the heart and we aim to inspire others -- to never give up, to see the light at the of the tunnel. We want to be a voice of spreading positivity, something the world needs.

SW: You’ve toured with bands like OneRepublic, The Fray and Andy Grammer. Any standout moments?

ZB: Touring with OneRepublic was amazing. For how massive the band is, they’re so down-to-earth and we still keep in touch. Andy was awesome too, we saw his career take off with, “Honey, I’m Good.” The Fray has been an

inspiration for me since high school. Hearing their stories of where they’ve been and learning from them was really special.

SW: You’ve performed at some legendary stages around the world. Do you have any particular memorable performances?

ZB: Our tours in Mexico were my favorite. We performed at football and soccer stadiums in Mexico City, but my personal favorite was Zacatecas, this beautiful historic mountain town. We headlined a city festival there with an amazing crowd and production – it was really fun.

SW: If you could create a soundtrack for any movie or show, would it be?

ZB: I’d love to do a Pixar movie. I think our music would fit well with their stories. We could blend the pop sensibility of “Best Day,’ with the folk elements of our new album, “Call Your Mother.”

SW: When you’re not making music, what’s your favorite way to unwind?

ZB: I run through the mountains. It gives me a sense of clarity, and it’s my time, and I often come up with song ideas on the trail. I also love snowboarding and surfing – anything outdoorsy.

835 NW Wall St., Bend towertheatre.org/event/american-authors $34-$59

Alternative/indie band American Authors take the stage at the Tower Theatre on Sun., Oct. 27.

Courtesy American Authors Instagram

Pints for Pitties Join us for an evening of fun, music, and community at Pints for Pitties! This pet-friendly event features local vendors, live music, and fundraising efforts to support Companion Animal Medical Project (CAMP). Whether you’re a pit bull lover or just love dogs, come raise a glass for a good cause! Oct. 26, 4-8pm. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road Lot #2, Bend. Contact: 541-728-3439. campveterinaryservices@gmail.com. Free.

EVENTS + MARKETS

Autumn Fest! On Oct. 26, join the small businesses in The Old Iron Works for a day of cozy Autumn fun! Enjoy pumpkin rolls and caramel corn while shopping vintage flannel, handmade pottery, a fall decor sale and artist pop ups. Bring the kids for trick-or-treating around the shops and pumpkin decorating! Fun for all! Oct. 26, 10am-5pm. The Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St., Bend. Free.

Hounds and Hooch Halloween Join us for the Hounds and Hooch Halloween Costume Party at Crater Lake Spirits Tasting Room! Bring your pups to our dog-friendly tasting room for a fun-filled afternoon with adoptable dogs from Brightside Animal Center, a costume competition, photo booth, activities, and specialty Halloween cocktails. Learn more on our website. Oct. 26, 1-4pm. Crater Lake Spirits Distillery Tasting Room, 19330 Pinehurst Road, Tumalo. Contact: 541-3180200. socialmedia@craterlakespirits.com. Free.

Literary Ghost Walk Take a haunting walk through the library - but be careful of the ghosts! Oct. 24, 6:30-8pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-3121032. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Schilling’s Patch With A View! (Pumpkin Patch) We are open normal business hours so you can plan to visit our pumpkin patch any day of the week. Find a great selection of specialty pumpkins, seasonal plants, fall decor, plus shop our end-of-season sales. The farm stand will be filled with seasonal favorites, snacks and drinks! Mondays-Sundays. Through Oct. 31. Schilling’s Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend-Redmond HWY, Bend. Contact: 541-323-0160. info@ schillingsgardenmarket.com. Free.

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

Vegan Potluck Hope you’re getting ready to join us for some yummy vegan eats! High Desert Music Hall hosts a vegan potluck brought to you by our friends Vegan And Plant-Based Redmond OR. In the main room tonight from 6-8pm. Bring one of your favorite plant-based treats or join for a free community gathering. Oct. 23, 6-8pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

Autumn Family Faire Come join Camp Fire Central Oregon for its annual Autumn Family Faire: four fun-packed hours of autumn-inspired games, activities, crafts, face painting, food trucks, community booths, a photo booth, friends, neighbors, and more! To benefit for our program and camp scholarship funds, we’ll be selling raffle tickets for great prizes! Oct. 26, 11am-3pm. Troy Field, NW Bond Street and Louisiana Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. Free.

COCC Redmond Technology Education Center Open House Join us for an evening of exploration, stories and fun for all ages! Redmond COCC services and programs will be highlighted plus hands-on STEM activities from community partners. Children’s story times in English & Spanish every 30 minutes starting at 3:30. Snacks and prizes! Oct. 23, 3-6pm. COCC Redmond Technology Education Center, 2324 SE College Loop, Redmond. Contact: 541-504-2960. refdesk@cocc.edu. Free.

Halloween Hang Out - Kids Open Play

Come hang out during this special Halloween Kids Open Play for ages 12 and under. We’ll be leading fun games like “Zombie Tag”! Kids come in your craziest costume for our costume contest, plus we’ll have a spooky photo backdrop, fun Halloween music, and a raffle with some awesome prizes! Oct. 25, 3:30-5 and 5-6:30pm. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $24.

Light Up Halloween Join us for Light Up Halloween, a family-friendly event packed with fun! Enjoy trunk-or-treating, bounce houses, games, a photo booth, and live reggae music. Savor food from CURBBQ food trucks, free hot chocolate, and popcorn. Plus, enter our prize raffle! Bring your family and friends for an exciting evening! Oct. 27, 6-8pm. Bend Church of the Nazarene, 1270 NE 27th St., Bend. Contact: 541382-5496. pastorjason@bendnaz.org. Free.

Nature Kids: Treemendous Trees! Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Karen Walsh for Nature Kids! Get outside and explore the nature of Central Oregon on guided family nature walks just for kids ages 5-10. Kids and their families can explore, imagine, and grow through handson activities and experiences outside. Oct. 26, 10:30am-Noon. Metolius Preserve, near Camp Sherman, Sisters. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Trunk or Treat & Halloween Scavenger

Hunt Come trick-or-treating from car to car, grab some hot cider and enjoy other festive activities! And, if you’re up for the challenge, see if you can find all of the halloween items hidden around our grounds (with some extra new challenges this year!). Costumes encouraged, invite a friend! Oct. 27, 3-4:30pm. First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4401. bellis@bendfp.org. Free.

Waldorf School of Bend Walk and Talk Waldorf School of Bend Walk and Talk is a great opportunity to tour the school and observe classes while they are in session. Teachers can answer your questions as well. Oct. 24, 11am-Noon. Waldorf School of Bend, 2150 NE Studio Rd. Suite 2, Bend. Contact: 541-330-8841. ggere@ bendwaldorf.com. Free.

Witchy Weekend Halloween Activities

Bring the whole family out for an afternoon of fun at the Witchy Weekend Festival! Wander our Ghost Tree Forest for the perfect pumpkin to carve, join the Sunset Costume Parade, and have fun on the Parkour Obstacle Course! Plus a haunting dance performance by Bend’s own Further Movement! Oct. 25, 8am and Oct. 26, 3-8pm. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-693-5368. activities@ juniperpreserve.com. $20-$35.

BEER + DRINK

Diff’rent Smokes: Rauchbier Festival Central Oregon’s smoke beer fest doubles as a benefit for the Oregon Volunteer Firefighters Assoc. after yet another year of keeping us safe from devastating wildfires. Launched in 2021, Diff’rent Smokes returns to celebrate a wide range of beers made with smoked malts or other smoked ingredients. The ULCo kitchen will have a variety of smoked foods especially for the fest. Oct. 26, 1-5pm. Unofficial Logging Co., 910 NW Harriman St. Suite #100, Bend. Contact: 541323-0964.

Funky Fauna’s Third Annual Spookiversary Join us in celebrating three years of Funky Fauna at our third annual Spookiversary! Spicy beers will be flowing along with fresh merch and specialty deals on our new release beers. Food options will be available by Kita Cafe. Oct. 26, 3-7pm. Funky Fauna Artisan Ales, 211 E Sun Ranch Drive, Unit #101, Sisters. Contact: 216-798-7343. DANIELLE@FUNKYFAUNABEER. COM. Free.

Halloween Drag Brunch Join us for a spooktacular Halloween brunch featuring fabulous drag performances! Indulge in delicious brunch specials and festive cocktails while being entertained by some of the most talented drag queens in town. Come dressed in your best costume and get ready for a morning full of fun! Oct. 27, 11am-2pm. Deschutes Brewery & Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541382-9242. bendpubevents@deschutesbrewery. com. $30.

Spooky Wine & Paint Night Come paint with us in the Flight Lounge at our Spooky Wine & Paint Night! Hosted by Kristen of Chalked Creative. Price includes 1 glass of wine and all of your painting supplies. We recommend making a dinner reservation earlier if you’d like to eat beforehand. Oct. 23, 6:30-8:30pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@gmail.com. $48 + 20% gratuity added at event.

Viaggio Bubble Bar It’s that time of the month again! Champagne flight & special menu all weekend long. 10% off all bottles of bubbles to go; 15% off mixed case purchases. Bubbles for the (weekend) win! Fri, Oct. 25, Noon-9pm, Sat, Oct. 26, Noon-9pm and Sun, Oct. 27, 2-8pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541-299-5060. info@ viaggiowine.com. Depends on purchase.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

7 Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Bath To Balance Your Chakras Join Sirah Kreitzer of Ezra Alya and the magical ladies from Nature’s Bling for a rejuvenating experience as you immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of 7 crystal singing bowls. Each bowl corresponds to one of our 7 main chakras and its music helps to balance your energy centers(chakras). Oct. 24, 5:30-8pm. Nature’s Bling, 133 SW Century Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-668-1716. sirahkreitzer@gmail.com. $22-$33.

Autumn Taoist Singing Bowl Meditation Embark on an epic journey of mind, body, and spirit that will take you on a vision quest without time or space. A deep level of relaxation will move you into the essence of peace, harmony, and tranquility. The ancient singing bowls are to be enjoyed comfortably seated or supine. Oct. 26, 3-5pm. UUFCO, 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend. Contact: 541-797-9620. ARAWAK327@ GMAIL.COM. Free.

Embodied Pregnancy Ceremony: A Rite of Passage for Mothers In a world that continues to spin faster and faster, this is a special opportunity to relish in your (maybe once in a lifetime) 40 weeks to birth. We will honor your journey and memorialize your gestation in community through ritual, ceremony, crafting, and shared story. Oct. 29, 6-8pm. Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend. Contact: 541-948-5035. jessica@intrepidher.com. $55.

Gather Sauna House Opening Weekend Join Gather Sauna for opening weekend of sauna season at the river in Riverbend Park! Our traditional sauna sessions include authentic wood-fired sauna and natural river cold plunges + ample time to connect with nature and reset you mind/body/spirit! Pre-book your session online. Wednesdays-Sundays. Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend. Contact: 503830-6393. info@gathersaunahouse.com. $36 a seat for a communal session.

How to “Deal” with Other People

This workshop focuses on growing emotional intelligence and communication skills that are necessary for high performance. Participants will improve in the 5 areas of emotional intelligence, learn and practice effective giving and receiving feedback, and learn how mindfulness aids ongoing growth. These skills develop healthy relationships at work and home. Oct. 24, 1-4:30pm. The Haven CoWorking, 1001 Southwest Disk Drive, Bend. Contact: 928-853-7306. brett@humessence.com, victoria@humessence. com. $197.

Mindfulness meditation practice opportunity

Join other friends for an afternoon of mindfulness meditation practice in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. No experience needed. Newcomers are welcome. Time will include varied meditation activities, a talk about the practice and discussion period. Chairs and cushions are provided. Please don’t come if ill. Oct. 27, 1-4:30pm. Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St., Bend. Contact: 802-299-0722. bendtnhsitters@gmail.com. Free but donations are gladly accepted..

Start Young: Proactive Parenting Around Addictive Technology Watch

“Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition,” a film that delves into how technology impacts the mental health and well-being of children. Following the screening, a panel of local experts will offer insights on brain development, mental health, and practical strategies for managing screen use in young children. Oct. 24, 6-8pm. Cascades Academy, 19860 Tumalo Reservoir Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-382-0699. info@cascadesacademy.org. Free.

Mikey Bilello is a player on the rise in the Pacific Northwest and in the instrumental guitar community alike. His music is a combination of funk, swing, Bossa Nova and blues. Sat., Oct. 26, 7-9pm at Sisters Depot.

Courtesy Mikey Bilello Instagram

CHOW C

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe

Todd English shares a beloved dish, ideal for fall garden harvests

By Ari Levaux

Butternut Squash Ravioli a la Todd English

If a famous chef hands you a caviar’d cracker, it doesn’t prove anything. Like, of course it tastes good. It’s freakin’ caviar.

True culinary brilliance is revealed by the creation of extraordinary food from the most humble of building blocks. For example, the butternut squash ravioli that stole the show at the Whitefish Food and Wine Festival last month. Nothing more than flour, egg, cream, squash, almonds and Parmesan (of which the chef noted you can never have too much), those succulent and nubile stuffed noodles, frosted with brown butter foam, were arguably more delicious than the wagyu meatballs drenched in wagyu demi-glace at the adjoining serving table.

I am pop food culture illiterate. I haven’t watched food TV since Julia was on, in my teens. I had maybe heard the name Todd English, but would not have guessed Italian to be his specialty. Without being prepped by his rep, I was able to meet the guy with no preformed opinions. I’d yet to even sample his ravioli.

A server handed me a small plate of wild mushrooms on polenta, and suddenly I could feel the chef behind me. Not as much Chef English as the bubble of fanboys and girls that drifted into my personal space as he made his way past me to the polenta.

I turned around to see a man who appeared unlike the East Coast fancy pants Englishman flown in to preside over the inaugural convening of this festival, and more like a redneck who just crawled out of an out building in Hungry Horse. In other words, someone I wanted to party with. His cheffing done for the day, English wore a pair of greasy jeans and what appeared to be a buckskin vest.

I introduced myself and told him that I hoped to nerd out about food. Gravely, arms folded across his barrel

chest, he nodded in agreement. Then he motioned the server to add more balsamic reduction to my chanterelles.

English, an Italian master of the Irish Goodbye, quickly vanished, leaving me to contemplate how perfectly the balsamic reduction enhanced the chanterelles. I felt like I was eating music. Then I sauntered over to the wagyu meatball table, where, after washing down some tender orbs with the closest glass of red I could find, I concluded it doesn’t get any better than this. And then I met the ravioli that changed my life.

In my first bites of those fragrant clouds, my weekend peaked. Possibly my life. At the very least, I should have retired from eating right then, while I was at the top. Because nothing that has followed compares to those plump, fluffy, creamy squares.

Later that evening I cornered the chef at the bar, where we proceeded to nerd out.

“Music is just noise until it hits your brain,” he said. “It’s your brain that perceives all of those sounds together as music. And it’s the same with food. When it lands on our palate, our brain translates it into a symphony of flavors.

“I love a good symphony, with cellos and violins and clarinets. But I also like a simple quartet, be it classical or….” He trailed off.

I was waiting for him to say “AC/ DC,” obviously, but just then his sensors tripped. He pushed away the glasses on the bar in front of him as two pizza pies were set down. The chef grabbed the red meaty one and absconded.

The night was young, as was the long weekend of total wine and food-fueled debauchery. A 12-course brunch seemed to include every type of sugar, fat, amino acid and alcohol known to man. Several local mammals were served nose to tail in their own juices, including lamb and

wagyu, and there was a mountaintop caviar and champagne tasting. Yet still those ravioli remained a singular highlight.

The last time I saw The Toddfather was in the ski lodge atop Big Mountain. Like a true Montanan, he was grumbling about not being able to find any ranch dressing. His vision was to use ranch to bind caviar onto some onion rings, and as soon as the ranch appeared he got to work. The fanboys and girls lined up like geese waiting to have their livers fattened, and one by one the famous chef placed a ranch’d, caviar’d onion ring into our mouths. It turns out that when a famous chef hands you some caviar, sometimes it does prove something.

Weeks later, when the wine stains had long dried, my son Remy and I recreated that ridiculous ravioli, following the recipe that English had so generously given me. With a pasta roller attachment to the Kitchenaid, we rolled out sheets of fresh pasta and filled the ravioli with a regal mixture that was more intoxicating than the contents of any bottle at the festival. Those ravioli are a true symphony, created from the simplest of notes. Possibly discordant until they reached my brain, where the array of flavors was understood to be a masterpiece. I will never look at a squash the same way again.

Butternut Squash Ravioli a la Todd English

I only have space to discuss the filling and browned butter sauce. Follow the ravioli rolling and shaping recipe of your choice. The artistry here is in the filling and sauce.

Filling

• 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter

• 6 c. butternut squash (or Hubbard or kabocha squash)

• 1/2 c. ground amaretti cookies (or crushed almonds)

• 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs

• 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg

• 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add the butternut squash. Cook until the squash is just starting to caramelize and becomes golden brown — about 10 minutes. Add water to cover and cook until squash is tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer squash to a food processor with a fitted blade. Add the amaretti, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

Brown Butter Sauce

• 1/4 pound butter

• 1/8 pound Parmesan, grated

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/4 tsp salt

Melt butter in pot, reduce heat to medium, whisk until milk solids cook to a golden brown. Add cream bring to simmer. Add grated Parmesan. Strain through fine mesh sieve. Whip with emulsion blender, spoon foam over top of pasta.

Budding chef Remy LeVaux cooks up his version of the ravioli.

Courtesy Ari Levaux

By Nicole Vulcan

Cassity’s Opens in Former Cabin 22

Anew establishment is now open in the former Cabin 22 space along Century Drive on Bend’s west side. Cassity’s Bar and Grill opened this month at 25 SW Century Drive. It’s billed as a “unique blend of local flavors, craft beverages, and a welcoming atmosphere that captures the essence of Central Oregon living.”

The bar is currently running an eclectic “soft opening menu” with a mix of bar favorites and some surprises. Bar snacks include Jalapeno Poppers, Smoked Gouda Mac-Bites, tots, chicken strips and an array of burgers, a Nashville hot chicken sandwich and a Steak or Chicken Philly. The “House Favorites” menu includes Crispy Korean Cauliflower, Fish Tacos, Pho and a Chinese Chicken Salad. Also on the menu are wings served up with sauces

that include Buffalo, Garlic Parm, BBQ, Nashville Hot and Korean Umami. New menu items are being added weekly, as the current menu details.

The space is owned by the same pair of sisters, Lauren Copelan and Lisa Cassity, who own The Hook & Plow restaurant in the nearby Westside Yard.

“People can expect a friendly staff, pool table, elevated bar food, great patio, and eventually Lotto,” the owners wrote to the Source Weekly. “People have been curious about the name "Cassity's" which is our family name. That is the vibe we are trying to embrace is a sense of family and community.”

Cassity’s is open 11am to 11pm Sunday through Thursday, and 11am to 2am Friday and Saturday. A grand opening party is planned in early November.

Bye, Bye, Chomp Chomp

Chomp Chomp, the Japan-inspired downtown Bend bar and restaurant that opened at the start of the pandemic, is now closed. Chomp Chomp made a splash in 2020 with its opening, when it brought Larry Thomas, the so-called “Soup Nazi” chef from “Seinfeld” fame, to its opening event.

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Chomp Chomp, a cherished part of the Bend community for the past four years,” the owners wrote on social media. “We want to extend our deepest gratitude to all our loyal customers who have supported us on this incredible journey.”

The bar’s owners made the announcement Oct. 18, just as it was permanently closing its doors.

Photos courtesy Cassity's Instagram

Jennifer Galler

WEDNESDAY

CULTURE

A Bewitching Halloween

From Halloween trivia nights to fun dance parties, here’s a roundup of events during the spooky season in Central Oregon

By Savannah Mendoza

Gather your costumes, get ready for the ghouls and gear up for a festive roundup of events this spooky season. Here is a full and fun list of Halloween events from family-friendly trick-or-treating events, to spooky shows, to dance parties and more to celebrate the magic of Halloween.

Spooky Wine & Paint Night

Hosted by Kristen of Chalked Creative, come paint in the Flight Lounge at a Spooky Wine and Paint Night. Includes 1 glass of wine and painting supplies. Wed., Oct. 23, 6:30-8:30pm. Flights Wine Bar. 1444 NW College Way, Suite 1, Bend. $48 + 20% gratuity added at the event.

THURSDAY

Trivia Night @ The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales

Step into a realm of terror with a Stephen King Movie Trivia Night. Teams of 2-4 will battle through a multi-category trivia competition, delving into classics such as "The Shining," "It," "Misery," "Cujo," and "Children of The Corn." Thu., Oct. 24, 6-8pm. The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales. 900 SE Wilson Ave., Suite H, Bend. Free.

FRIDAY 10/25

Witchy Weekend at Juniper Preserve

Wander the Ghost Tree Forest at Juniper Preserve for the perfect pumpkin to carve, join the sunset costume parade, plus a haunting dance performance by Bend’s own Further Movement Collective. Fri., Oct. 25, 8am-10pm and Sat., Oct. 26, 8am-10pm. Juniper Preserve. 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. $20-$35. Katacombs Halloween Ball

Bend’s premiere goth night with music from dark ‘80s to industrial and everything in-between, with DJ Tarantism, The Figurehead and Guest DJ. Fri., Oct. 25, 8pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $10.

FRIDAY 10/25

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

The Greenhouse Cabaret presents a musical thriller on the Halloween classic, Sweeney Todd. Begins Oct. 25 and runs every night from Thurs., through Sun., until Nov. 23 from 7-10pm. The Greenhouse Cabaret. 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. $50-$75.

FRIDAY 10/25

Traveling Terrors: A Haunted Carnival Fundraising Event

A haunted carnival in support of the Mountain View High School’s theatre program. A family-friendly event with non-scary areas available for younger children. Fri., Oct. 25, 7-10pm, Sat., Oct. 26, 5-10pm and Sun., Oct. 27, 5-8pm at Mountain View High School Auditorium. 2755 NE 27th St., Bend. $12.

SATURDAY 10/26

Halloween Party! David Jacobs-Strain and The Crunk Mt. Boys with Christopher Worth

A full evening of music from David Jacobs-Strain and The Crunk Mountain Boys along with Christopher Worth as the opener. Sat., Oct. 26, 7-10pm at The Belfry. 302 E Main Ave., Sisters. $25.

Halloween at Immersion

Spins from DJ Duality and Unreal Gods. Show off your crazy Halloween spirit and dance the night away to the music. A costume contest, food trucks, flash tattoos, a costume contest and more. Sat., Oct. 26, 8pm-2am. Immersion Brewing. 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 185, Bend. $20.

Bits N Skits Productions Presents: A Spooky Night of Stand-Up

A spooky night of stand-up from Tyler Jones, Steve Harber and Niko Smith as they weave stories of chaos and fun. Sat., Oct. 26, 8-9:30pm. Craft Kitchen and Brewery. 62988 NE Layton Ave., #103, Bend. $15.

Spooky Saturday Screenings: "Monster House"

Enjoy a spooky movie screening of "Monster House" on the projected screen. Seasonal hot beverages and snacks. Sat., Oct. 26, 6-8pm at Ponch’s Place. 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend. Free.

Hounds and Hooch Halloween

Bring your pups to the dog-friendly tasting room for a fun-filled afternoon featuring a photo booth, costume competition and specialty Halloween cocktails. Sat., Oct. 26, 1-4pm at Crater Lakes Spirits Distillery Tasting Room. 19330 Pinehurst Rd., Tumalo. Free.

Funky Fauna’s Third Annual Spookiversary

Funky Fauna Ales is celebrating three years with a Spookiversary party. Spicy beers will be offered along with new merch and specialty deals on upcoming release beers. Sat., Oct. 26, 3-7pm at Funky Fauna Artisan Ales. 211 E Sun Ranch Dr., Unit #101, Sisters. Free.

Beetlejuice Halloween with DJ Teezus

Get your black and white stripes ready; Velvet is hosting a Beetlejuice Halloween Party. Upbeat music from DJ Tezzus. Sat., Oct. 26, 5pm-1am. Velvet. 805 NW Wall St., Bend. Free.

Halloween Dance Party

Dress up in a Halloween costume and party at Bevel Brewing. DJ Bevel Beard will play some jams to get you grooving in your costume. Sat., Oct. 26, 6:30-9pm. Bevel Craft Brewing. 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Free.

LCL LUV Halloween

Bumping beats will play throughout the night at the LCL Luv Halloween show. DJ lineup includes Codi Carroll, Giancarlo, Squid, Swell Times, T-Phunk and Welterweight. Sat., Oct. 26, 8pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $10.

McMenamin’s Halloween Costume Party –Dad Bods Band & Watkins Glen

One ticket gets you access to two live music shows including Dad Bods rocking out in the Father Luke’s Room and Watkins Glen in the theater. Sat., Oct. 26, 9-11:59pm at McMenamins Old St. Francis School. 700 NW Bond St., Bend. $10.

Halloween Party at Campfire Hotel.

Campfire Hotel is celebrating four years, and what better way than with a Halloween Party. Get groovy in your costume to tunes from The Wanna B-52’s and delight in food and refreshments. Party is 21+. Sat., Oct. 26, 6:30-9:30pm. Campfire Hotel. 721 NE 3rd St., Bend. Free.

MONDAY 10/28

Horror Movie Trivia

Test your spooky knowledge with horror movie-themed trivia. Teams of up to six are welcome and costumes are encouraged. Mon., Oct. 28, 6-8pm at Bevel Craft Brewing. 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Free.

Haunted Horror Trivia Night

Campfire Hotel’s first Haunted Horror Trivia Night. Horror pop culture trivia with a variety of prizes. Mon., Oct. 28, 6-9pm at Campfire Hotel. 721 NE 3rd St., Bend. Free.

Courtesy Bend Ghost Tours Facebook

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WEDNESDAY 10/30

Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour & Pet Adoption Party

The Bend Wine Bar is partnering with HSCO for an evening of games, prizes, wine and fun. The happy hour and pet adoption party will feature games, pet costume contest and prizes. Wed., Oct. 30, 4-8pm. Bend Wine Bar. 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Free.

Saucy Spooky Beats with Tenley

Dress up in a costume and enjoy N/A cocktails, medicinal elixirs, charcuterie and desserts. Local DJ Tenley will provide the saucy spooky beats. Wed., Oct. 30, 7-9pm. The Dez Lounge. 643 NW Colorado Ave., Suite 2, Bend. Free.

THURSDAY 10/31

Don’t Dream It Be It, A Tim Curry Halloween

Immerse yourself in the many wild sides of Tim Curry with a feature of Dracula. Includes a drag show performance after the film. Thu., Oct. 31, 5:3011:59pm and Fri., Nov. 1, 5:30-11:59pm at Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $10-$50.

Kids Halloween Adventure

Celebrate Halloween with a family-friendly Kids Halloween Adventure. Children can mix potions, paint a pumpkin, solve a puzzle or two and browse through vendors that include face painting and glitter tattoos. Thu., Oct. 31, 3-5pm at Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $5.

Witch Paddle Watch Party

The Monkless Brasserie is hosting a viewing of the Witches Paddle on the Deschutes River. Check out the annual event on the riverfront patio for a great view of the Halloween festivities. Thu., Oct. 31, 4-6pm. Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie. 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Free.

Halloween in the Old Mill District

A hauntingly joyful playground for the annual family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat event. The ghoulishly delightful festivities include a costume pet parade, craft stations and trick-or-treating at the shops for a full night of community spirit. Thu., Oct. 31, 4-7pm. Old Mill District. 520 SW Powerhouse Dr. #624, Bend. Free.

Là Bon Presents: Burlesquerade

Là Bon presents a Burlesquerade Halloween Night at The Capitol for a mas querade party unlike any other. Captivating performances, sultry dancing and breathtaking costumes. Thu., Oct. 31, 6-9pm. The Capitol. 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend. $25-$35.

Faisal’s Halloween Birthday Live Music Show

Stroll over to The Lot for live music by Faisial on the evening of Halloween. It’s sure to be an extra special show with it being Faisal’s birthday, too. Oct. 31, 6-8pm. The Lot. 745 NW Columbia St., Bend. Free.

Beetlejuice Halloween with One Mad Man

With music from One Mad Man, dress in black and white for a fun Hallow een night. Thu., Oct. 31, 9pm-11:59pm. Velvet. 805 NW Wall St., Bend. Free.

REDMOND HALLOWEEN EVENTS

SATURDAY

American Horror Films: 1970s to Present

From "Halloween" to "Carrie," American horror films of the 1970s paved the way for the genre through present day. During the presentation, Jake Agatucci explores the development of American horror films and the impact they made on the indus try. Sat., Oct. 26, 3-4pm. Becky Johnson Center. 412 SW 8th St., Redmond. Free. Chained To Stone

Dress up in your favorite Halloween attire and experience the ‘90s rock band Chained to Stone as it tributes Nirvana, Stone Temple Pilots, Smashing Pumpkins and more. Sat., Oct. 26, 7-11pm. General Duffy’s Waterhole. 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. Free.

Sound Healing at Smith Rock: Honoring Our Ancestors I Halloween Chapter

The Sound Healing at Smith Rock is a sound bath to connect with your ancestors and honor them on the evening of Halloween. Gather around the fire to appreciate the circle of life. Thu., Oct. 31, 5-6:30pm at Sound Healing at Smith Rock. 10070 NE Smith Rock Loop, Terrebonne. $28.

DO W H AT M AKE S Y OU SMI LE !

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SC SCREEN No Matter Where You Go

Saoirse Ronan stuns in “The Outrun”

By Jared Rasic

Ithink most of us know the feeling of either loving an alcoholic or being one. I’ve been in a relationship with someone struggling with alcoholism and will never forget the gut-churning fear of watching the person that put fire to my blood, subtly shift into an unrecognizable other that made being in public a nerve-wracking shit show. Most films that focus on alcoholism take such a po-faced, maudlin and stereotypical approach to a pain that almost all of us can relate to that they usually end up feeling patronizing, sermonizing and desperate to shove a message down our throats. Name the last great movie about alcoholism you can think of off the top of your head…was it “Leaving Las Vegas?” That movie came out almost 30 years ago. “Wild?” Good but totally a message movie.

“The Outrun” works because it’s not just a movie about alcoholism. Yes, that’s the center of the film, for sure, but it’s also a memoir, a travelogue of the Orkney Islands in Scotland, an unflinching look at inherited family trauma and a realistic depiction of what it looks like living with anxiety. Rona (played by the always-flawless Saoirse Ronan) isn’t just an alcoholic. She’s a tirelessly educated biologist, a deeply loving daughter and a flawed and empathetic woman who struggles with addiction. “The Outrun” understands that our demons don’t define us wholly.

Raised by a deeply religious mother and a schizophrenic and bipolar father, Rona’s alcoholism isn’t necessarily blamed on her upbringing. Nor is it blamed on growing up on the remote Orkney Islands and then moving to bustling and overwhelming London. It’s not blamed on her anxiety or her stress. She’s not treated like a victim or a villain. Rona is just a human being and with Saoirse Ronan instilling her with such ineffable life she feels like our sister, our daughter, our friend.

Where “The Outrun” really shines (aside from the truly astonishing Ronan) is in the choice to tell the

story non-chronologically. By jumping around her life from the depths of her alcoholism in London clubs to her sober, secluded days on the edge of the North Sea, searching for a rare corncrake for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, we see the stages of her days as little stutter steps to recovery. Without feeling episodic, the film shares Rona with us in glimpses that feel like honest and gorgeously observed moments, making up a complicated and three-dimensional human being. It’s the Eras Tour of a regular person.

It’s impossible to overstate the gorgeous balance struck between Ronan’s performance, Nora Fingscheidt's assured, innovative direction, Yunus Roy Imer’s textured and muscular cinematography and Stephan Bechinger’s expertly calibrated editing.

There’s the old cliche, “no matter where you go, there you are,” meaning that no matter how far away you go from home, you can never outrun your demons or whatever is haunting you. Yet, watching Rona go from the thrumming sea of humanity that is London to the pastoral Orkney to the profoundly remote and inhospitable Papa Westray Island, we believe that it’s possible to truly remake yourself the further you get away from your trauma; adding new colors to your spirit in the same way that Rona does to her ever-shifting hair. This could have

played so corny, but instead feels like earned optimism and lessons taught from a hard lived life.

It’s impossible to overstate the gorgeous balance struck between Ronan’s performance, Nora Fingscheidt's assured, innovative direction, Yunus Roy Imer’s textured and muscular cinematography and Stephan Bechinger’s expertly calibrated editing. The combination of their work, alongside overwhelmingly gorgeous music by John Gürtle and Jan Miserre, means we feel present with Rona for the entire film, experiencing her recovery and alcoholism in real-time, along with the filmmakers and Ronan’s endlessly expressive face.

Rona spends large pieces of the movie walking along the coast, mesmerized by the ocean and listening to droning electronic music that feel like her last tangible thread back to the party girl she left behind in London. We sit and watch her watch the ocean, hoping that if she takes the headphones off and just listens to waves break against the cold wet rocks and the deep bass growl of the sea, that she’ll start to heal and that, maybe, that can give us permission to do the same.

It’s such a simple way of generating empathy, but I found myself moved without even realizing it as I thought about the beautiful dance between all of our individual lives and losses and triumphs, balanced with the universal pains, traumas and heartaches that we carry between us like an intangible spiderweb binding us together. Even through our differences, we’re all rolling the boulder, climbing the hill, watching the ocean. No matter where you go.

“The Outrun” Dir. Nora Fingscheidt Grade: A Now playing at Tin Pan Theater

Saoirse Ronan must be protected at all costs.

Courtesy of Sony

O

OUTSIDE Improving Lives through Aerial Innovations

Bend-based company Kawak Aviation designs and manufactures firefighting equipment and much more

By Damian Fagan

This year has been a hard-to-forget fire season for both its longevity and intensity. Nowhere has been immune to the wrath of these wildfires, from sagebrush grasslands to mountain forests. Fires have been ignited by lightning or human-caused, compounded by a hot and dry summer season. With firefighting resources at maximum capacity, it wasn’t surprising to see the U.S. Forest Service’s late season hiring announcement. And each time I see a fire-fighting helicopter flying over the Deschutes River with a long-line bucket dangling below, I wonder if these aircraft have equipment produced right here in Bend by Kawak Aviation Technologies, Inc.

If you say, “Who?” you are not alone.

“There is some truth to that,” said Andy Mills, Kawak Aviation’s vice president of business development. “We’re well known in our niche markets, but the consumers of our niche market aren’t necessarily in the Bend area.”

Kawak Aviation Technologies was founded in 1993 by Doug Sawyer and Mike Reightley as Ag-Air Systems. Both men were engineers working in heavy machinery hydraulics when they were approached by some agricultural customers to improve spray systems.

“With their hydraulic expertise, they were able to design [a] better spray system,” said Mills. The company created the first elector proportional auxiliary hydraulic power system for spray equipment for agricultural aircraft, which eventually led them to develop spray systems for helicopters. “That opened up a whole new world and eventually they parlayed that expertise into other things,” added Mills. Though Doug has retired, his two sons Andrew and Steve, along with Reightley, are the principal owners of the company.

The name Kawak is from Chinook jargon meaning “to fly.” This aerial intention is foremost in Kawak Aviation’s mission, which is to improve lives through aviation innovation.

“It’s matching the right components and power to what the requirements are to make any given system perform,” said Mills. One example is an improved snorkel pump which sucks up water into a helicopter tank. “The pumps that were attached to the tanks were not high quality, just an after-market pump that would

last for a couple of seasons. When you’re flying helicopters, the risky part of the flight envelope is going in and out of the dip cycle.” That can be a huge factor, especially when the dip site is a creek or a small lake or lined with trees and the aircraft has to hover, with no lift, and then suck up a maximum load of water in a short period of time. “So, the faster you can get in and get out of the dip site, the better off you are,” added Mills.

Around five or six years ago, with these pumps and parts in use by CalFire and Los Angeles County, two of the most renowned aerial firefighting entities in the U.S., the two organizations approached Kawak to develop a new firefighting tank for their new Blackhawk helicopters that were replacing old ones in the fleet. “Kawak won a competitive bid to design and build a new generation of a firefighting tank that is now widely known as the Firehawk helicopter tank,” said Mills.

A huge amount of engineering design effort went into the design and development of the tank, including interior baffles to easily load water and then evacuate it quickly when the tank doors open. “What the professionals want is a water column (from the water

“We’re well known in our niche markets but the consumers of our niche market aren’t necessarily in the Bend area.”

—Andy Mills

drop) that holds together as good as possible and does what it’s supposed to do when it hits the fire and is able to penetrate light tree canopies,” said Mills. Additional components of the tank system include a new generation of high-speed pump and a retractable snorkel which is unique in the field of firefighting tanks.

Kawak also designed the Cascade Fire Bucket, a lightweight bucket designed to fill rapidly that is collapsable for easy transport. The company has also designed an unmanned Blue Devil II Airship that was used in Afghanistan, and has retrofitted retired passenger airliners with cargo door conservations for airfreight companies, to name just a few of the many projects that this Bendbased company has designed and manufactured in its pursuit of improving lives through aerial innovation.

Kawak Aviation Technologies, Inc. Kawakaviation.com

Photos courtesy of Kawak Aviation Technologies, Inc.

The Blue Devil II Airship unmanned dirigible.

The Cascade Fire Bucket is designed to be collapsible for easy transport.

By Savannah Mendoza

Witches Paddle Returns: A Bewitching Halloween Tradition in Bend

Community members come together on paddleboards to support MountainStar Family

Relief Nursery with the 5th annual Witches Paddle

What began as a fundraiser for MountainStar Family Relief

Nursery has transformed into a beloved Central Oregon tradition. The fifth annual Witches Paddle returns to Bend on Halloween Day from 4-6pm at Riverbend Park. During the whimsical event, community members dress up in their best witch and warlock attire and take to the river on paddleboards.

Dressed in flowing capes, pointy hats and clutching their paddles like broomsticks, participants glide across the Deschutes River, creating a bewitching spectacle in the Old Mill District. The Witches Paddle has grown from a gathering of 100 to an anticipated turnout of over 2,000, while raising significant awareness for MountainStar Family Relief Nursery, a program focused on preventing child abuse and neglect.

This year, MountainStar is collecting diapers, wipes, non-perishable food items and donations such as backpacks and blankets to support local families in need.

“This year, we’ll have music, a donation station, hot cider and a space where everyone can come together,” says Sammy Pennington, the events and marketing manager for MountainStar Family Relief Nursery. “We'll share a few words of thanks, celebrate the incredible support from our community and most importantly, have a

fun, magical day on the river.”

While donations are encouraged, they’re not required to join the fun.

The Witches Paddle perfectly encap sulates Bend’s love for the outdoors by paddleboarding in the crisp air, during the spooky season.

Cady Lindsey of Bend Boarding Babes, a local social media group, is equally excited for this year’s paddle.

“We’re excited to dress up and go paddle alongside hundreds of other costumed paddlers and help support a good cause.”

For those who prefer to stay dry, there will be watch parties at various locations around the Old Mill District, offering a front-row seat to the witchy spectacle on the water.

“To see the community come together, smiling and having fun for a good cause -- that’s what it’s all about,” Pennington says. “We’re raising awareness and funds for the children and families that are in need.”

Courtesy Bend Witches Paddle Facebook

THE PSYCHEDELIC FRONTIER EXPLORING

INTENTIONAL PSYCHEDELIC

USE IN THE MODERN WORLD

By Mary Casanave Sheridan

Understanding the Repeal of Oregon’s Measure 110 and the Impact of House Bill 4002

Mary Casanave Sheridan is a dedicated psychedelic coach based in Bend, OR, assisting individuals in delving into the depths of psychedelic realms for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. With a fervent passion for advocacy and education in this field, she seeks to enrich the public's knowledge by addressing inquiries and dispelling misconceptions surrounding psychedelic substances and their potential.

Q: What are the specifics I need to know about the repeal of Oregon’s groundbreaking Measure 110?

A: In 2020, Oregon was at the forefront of a significant policy change when voters approved Measure 110, decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of drugs and emphasizing a health-based approach to drug addiction. However, the tide has recently turned with the Oregon legislature's approval of House Bill 4002, which marks a shift back toward criminalizing drug possession under certain conditions. As the public grapples with the implications of this reversal, it is vital to understand the nuances of Oregon's recriminalization measures and what they mean.

Measure 110 was a pioneering effort to address drug use through treatment rather than punishment, reducing drug possession arrests and establishing a framework that viewed substance use disorder as a health issue. Under this measure, individuals found with small quantities of drugs faced no criminal charges. Instead, they were given a treatment hotline number to call for screening or face a $100 fine. Unfortunately, the hotline received a strikingly low number of calls, which led critics to question the efficacy of the approach amid rising overdose rates in the state. While there was no evidence showing a causal link between Measure 110 and increased overdoses, the measure became a political target.

This is despite the fact that a groundbreaking study debunked the pervasive narrative linking Oregon's drug decriminalization with an increase in overdose deaths. Researchers from New York University, the Network for Public Health Law, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention discovered no significant rise in overdose deaths in Oregon compared to other states with similar pre-decriminalization overdose rates. Furthermore, the research underscores the potential public health benefits of decriminalization, including a reduction in arrests that may, in the

longer term, decrease overdose risks.

This brings us to HB 4002. The bill took effect on Sept. 1, and reintroduced criminal penalties for personal possession of controlled substances such as cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, MDMA, LSD and psilocybin.

Notably, the bill aims to encourage those arrested for possession to opt for treatment by presenting the choice between jail time or supervised probation that incentivizes treatment programs. The maximum jail sentence for misdemeanor possession is limited to six months — however, this term is contingent on the defendant's request. The bill seems structured to encourage individuals to choose probation, which could last up to 18 months, presumably to promote continuous engagement with support services. Failure to comply with the conditions of probation could lead to incarceration, an attempt to ensure adherence to treatment plans but also a lever for potential punitive measures.

One aspect of HB 4002 that appears to be more lenient is the ability to have records sealed for those who complete a treatment program. This provision aligns with promoting rehabilitation and providing individuals a chance to re-enter society without the stigma of a criminal record. The bill predicates the sealing of records on completing treatment, and individuals can face jail time at any point during their arrangement for violating conditions.

Supporters suggest that the bill balances the need for drug enforcement with an emphasis on treatment and rehabilitation. Critics, however, argue that the legislation represents a step backward from progressive drug policy and speculate that it’s a response to pressure from constituents unnerved by visible signs of drug use and homelessness, rather than an evidence-based solution to address Oregon's addiction crisis.

Enforcement of this new policy is left up to individual counties to organize and implement, and as this takes shape, the eyes of the nation, once more, turn to Oregon, watching as it navigates the competing issues of cognitive liberty in drug policy amid an ongoing public health crisis.

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By Brendan Emmett Quigley

Greek letters

Syrian's neighbor

Any "Friends" episode, now

Broad stretches

Massage reactions

"Bear of very little brain"

London greeting 8. "Back to the Future" car 9. "My parents are gonna kill me!" 10. Lager and orange juice drinks

11. "Slippery" tree

12. NFL 6-pointers 14. Jerk

20. Not go out of service?

21. What have we here

24. Edible mushroom

25. Eye sores

27. "The Girl on the Train" author Hawkins

28. Furry swimmer

29. Replay feature 30. Sheriff's shield

31. Glacier climber's tool

32. 1/100th of a Uruguyan peso

36. Maine home to Allagash Brewing Company

37. Credit union's write-offs

39. It builds character

40. Unique person

42. Compassionate

43. They do Windows

46. Time unit?

47. Actress Davis

49. Super duper?

50. Rock band Beach Weather, e.g.

51. Lend a hand

52. Brat's comeback

53. TV spots

54. Pep-rally word

Pearl’s Puzzle

Puzzle for the week of October 21, 2024

Fill in every row, column, and 3x3 box with each of the letters B I N D G R A C E exactly once.

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will complete the quote: “When you turn an election into a three-ring circus, there’s always a chance that the will win.” - Nancy Isenberg

ANSWER TO LAST WEEK'S PUZZLES

Answer for the week of October 14, 2024

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will “When you turn an election into a three-ring circus, there’s always will win.”

- Nancy Isenberg

Answer for the week of October 14, 2024

“A priest, an imam, and a rabbit walk into a bar. The rabbit says ‘I think I'm a typo.’” — Steven King

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ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): As a teenager, I loved the music of Jefferson Airplane. I recall sitting on the couch in my New Jersey home and listening to their albums over and over again. Years later, I was performing on stage at a San Francisco nightclub with my band, World Entertainment War. In the audience was Paul Kantner, a founding member of Jefferson Airplane. After the show, he came backstage and introduced himself. He said he wanted his current band, Jefferson Starship, to cover two of my band’s songs on his future album. Which he did. I suspect you will soon experience a comparable version of my story, Scorpio. Your past will show up bearing a gift for your future. A seed planted long ago will finally blossom.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): My horoscopes are directed toward individuals, not groups. Yet it's impossible to provide oracles about your personal destiny without considering the collective influences that affect you. Every day, you are impacted by the culture you live in. For instance, you encounter news media that present propaganda as information and regard cynicism as a sign of intellectual vigor. You live on a planet where the climate is rapidly changing, endangering your stability and security. You are not a narrow-minded bigot who doles out hatred toward those who are unlike you, but you may have to deal with such people. I bring this to your attention, Sagittarius, because now is an excellent time to take an inventory of the world's negative influences—and initiate aggressive measures to protect yourself from them. Even further, I hope you will cultivate and embody positive alternatives.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19): I suspect you will be extra attractive, appealing, and engaging in the coming weeks. You may also be especially convincing, influential, and in

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kind of films that were made. The proper technology wasn’t available to pair sounds with images. “Talking pictures,” or “talkies,” finally came into prominence in the 1930s. Sadly, the majority of silent films, some of which were fine works of art, were poorly preserved or only exist now in second- or third-generation copies. I’m meditating on this situation as a metaphor for your life, Taurus. Are there parts of your history that seem lost, erased, or unavailable? The coming weeks will be an excellent time to try to recover them. Remembering and reviving your past can be a potent healing agent.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): An old proverb tells us, “You must run toward the future and catch it. It is not coming to meet you, but is fleeing from you, escaping into the unknown.” This adage isn’t true for you at all right now, Gemini. In fact, the future is dashing toward you from all directions. It is not shy or evasive, but is eager to embrace you and is full of welcoming energy. How should you respond? I recommend you make yourself very grounded. Root yourself firmly in an understanding of who you are and what you want. Show the future clearly which parts of it you really want and which parts are uninteresting to you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Early in his musical career, Cancerian innovator Harry Partch played traditional instruments and composed a regular string quartet. But by age 29, he was inventing and building novel instruments that had never before been used. Among the materials he used in constructing his Zymo-Xyl, Eucal Blossom, and Chromelodeon were tree branches, light bulbs, and wine bottles. I'm inviting you to enter into a Harry Partch phase of your cycle, Cancerian. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to express your unique genius—whether that's in your art, your business, your personal life, or any other sphere where you love to express

Life's unpredictable flow will bring you interesting new blessings if you revamp your fundamentals. Listen closely, Leo, because this is a subtle turn of events: A whole slew of good fortune will arrive if you joyfully initiate creative shifts in your approaches to talking, walking, exercising, eating, sleeping, meditating, and having fun. These aren't necessarily earth-shaking transformations. They may be as delicate and nuanced as the following: 1. adding amusing words to your vocabulary; 2. playfully hopping and skipping as you stroll along; 3. sampling new cuisines; 4. keeping a notebook or recorder by your bed to capture your dreams; 5. trying novel ways to open your mind and heart; 6. seeking fresh pleasures that surprise you.

In an old Irish folk tale, the fairies give a queen a crystal cauldron with special properties. If anyone speaks three falsehoods in its presence, it cracks into three fragments. If someone utters three hearty truths while standing near it, the three pieces unite again. According to my metaphorical reading of your current destiny, Virgo, you are now in the vicinity of the broken cauldron. You have expressed one restorative truth, and need to proclaim two more. Be gently brave and bold as you provide the

Let’s review the highlights of the recent months. First, you expanded your perspective, blew your mind, and raised your consciousness. That was fabulous! Next, you wandered around half-dazed and thoroughly enchanted, pleased with your new freedom and spaciousness. That, too, was fantastic! Then, you luxuriously indulged in the sheer enjoyment of your whimsical explorations and experimentations. Again, that was marvelous! Now you’re ready to spend time integrating all the teachings and epiphanies that have surged into your life in recent months. This might be less exciting, but it’s

Homework: Is there any joy or pleasure you deny yourself for no good reason?

THE THIRD ACT

A COLUMN ON AGEISM AND AGEING

By Ellen Waterston

Existence Value

Ihad the pleasure of attending a gala for the Friends of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge this month. A small but mighty nonprofit promoting “conservation and appreciation of natural and cultural resources...through education, outreach, advocacy, and on-theground stewardship,” its territory includes nearly 190,000 acres of critical wildlife habitat. The gathering coincided with the birthday of an individual considered the founder the Friends of Malheur and, by most in the room, also credited with starting the Oregon Natural Desert Association, Bend’s Environmental Center and the central Oregon chapter of Great Old Broads for Wilderness. When it was her turn to speak, she skipped to the podium smiling but shaking her head, hands in the air in protest as though stopping the praise in its tracks. She proceeded to purposefully, with humor and humility, refute all the recognition, shrugging it off, placing the shawl of acclaim around the shoulders of deserving others in the room.

A concept I had never heard of was introduced to me recently: “existence value.” Environmentally speaking, it refers to the “value” of knowing that a particular species, habitat or ecosystem does and will continue to exist because it is being protected, like the Malheur Refuge. The existence value of an environmental resource, also referred to as non-use or passive value, is, by definition, “free of any use that the valuer may make of a particular resource.” It refers to the value of benefits derived from the mere existence of a natural asset, the knowledge and trust that Crater Lake, for example, exists pretty much unfettered by human activity. A tree, for instance, can be valued in a number of ways: use (as lumber), option (things that it could be used for) or existence (simply being there). Saving the best for last, it’s simply being there we’re talking about here.

The organizations the guest of honor was credited with founding all work to preserve the Great Basin desert. To the extent that awareness of what and why those organizations matter increases, their existence value also increases and, as a result, contributions to make sure they stay protected increase. Even though we may not visit these natural resources, the mere knowledge of their safeguarded existence provides a sense of reassurance, a sense that things are right in the world.

But does this term refer only to an environmental resource? Halloween will be here soon. I can imagine children going up and down the streets in the New England town I am from, a town essen tially frozen in time, which, in my 20s, was a good reason to leave. But I now find I am reassured by the knowledge that younger generations of the fami lies I grew up with are putting gardens to bed, tying off onion tops, gathering corn stalks to decorate front porches, carv ing pumpkins, just as we did. Now that change seems more of a constant than ever, that my hometown stubbornly per sists as its unchanging self is a source of contentment. Does the knowledge that treasured traditions live on have exis tence value? What about memories? And what about, say, museums that trigger a memory of an existing natural resource which then activates our appreciation of that resource’s existence? Would that be double existence value?

The individual honored at the gala was Alice Elshoff. It was her 90th birthday. I maintain individuals like Alice Elshoff have existence value. The high desert would wholeheartedly agree. Alice isn’t the desert itself, but her commitment both complements and mirrors its value, the absolute necessity of its existence as a prerequisite to our own. That people like Alice persevere has incalculable inspiration value. And if inspiration spurs action for the good of the planet, then ...well, you see all the fun places this can go.

Of course, we can write a check and bask in the knowledge that our generosity has helped protect a fishery or orphanage or butterfly. But that the term “experience value” exists at all depends on those who are on the frontlines, forwarding the conservancy and humanitarian causes we support — like Alice, who headed out on a work project at the Refuge only days after the tribute dinner.

Here’s to our high desert’s queen Mum, our Sedna of the sagebrush ocean. May feather, paw, hoof and hand, branch and blossom daily join in a circle dance of thanks to you, Alice, angel and warrior, the high desert’s curandera.

—Poet and author Ellen Waterston is a woman of a certain age who resides in Bend. "The Third Act" is a series of columns on ageing and ageism.

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TAKE ME HOME

By Karen Malanga, Kristin Marshall & Jonny Malanga, Brokers, RE/MAX Key Properties, NestBend Group

We Know Bend Like the Back of Mt. Bachelor

Mt. Bachelor, the youngest of the Cascade volcanoes, has a history that spans more than 10,000 years, and its modern legacy is one of transformation and adventure. Starting with just two rope tows, the mountain has grown into a world-class destination, now offering over 101 ski runs. Each run tells a story of its own. For instance, “Ed’s Garden” was named after a U.S. Forest Service landscape architect who, in 1976, insisted that tree stumps remain on the run for visual effect. “Cliff’s Run” honors Cliff Blann, a longtime mountain manager whose vision shaped many of the slopes we enjoy today.

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Other trails, like “Cow’s Face,” are more whimsical in origin. Some say it’s named for its steepness, while others believe it somehow resembles the face of a cow. Meanwhile, “Avalanche Run” earned its name from an actual avalanche that cleared the path many years ago. And if you’ve ever skied during the holidays, you may have noticed “Dilly-Dally-Alley” temporarily transforming into “Candy Cane Lane,” with festive decorations bringing cheer to the slopes.

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