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a deeply personal and cathartic artwork created by Megan Marie Myers, a local painter and illustrator in Bend. Megan’s work is typically recognized around town for its clean presentation, tenderness, and whimsy, as it follows charming characters through the outdoors. You is a divergent piece within a series called Departure, which Myers created for The 20-Dollar Art Show in 2023 and in the midst of a painful period in her life. In contrast to her typical style, this work is raw, highly symbolic, unrefined, and takes advantage of a limited color palette.

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EDITOR’S NOTE:

Plenty has been said and done regarding Juniper Ridge, the area north of Bend that was at one point envisioned as a college campus and now serves as home for countless people experiencing homelessness. This week, reporters Julianna LaFollette and Jennifer Baires teamed up for a visit out there, meeting with service providers, residents and the law enforcement teams who work to minimize harm on that land. The news team also takes a look at the Oregon Senate 27 race, shares info on the dire need for wildland fire fighters and updates you on the effort to buy Mt. Bachelor at the local level. Music lovers should check out our interview with the people at Sisters Folk Fest, and in Culture, Jared Rasic reviews one traveling local play. Oh, and if you’re looking for a local take on the latest Beetlejuice film, we have that too. All that and more inside this edition. We love that you’re reading the Source!

LIGHTMETER:

OPINION

Vote Kent Vander Kamp for Deschutes County Sheriff

Like it or not, the present election for the next Deschutes County Sheriff plays as a referendum on current Sheriff Shane Nelson. Under his leadership, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has been plagued with lawsuits and personnel complaints that have not only put a stain on the office, but cost county taxpayers plenty, to boot. The people of this county deserve a fresh start — one far from the current mode of retaliation, secrets and infighting.

A corruption-free office should be the goal of any governing body. But given the fact that some of the biggest challenges Oregon faces — namely, drug addiction, the brand-new deflection program designed to address it, and homelessness — depend heavily, in this region, on the efficacy of the sheriff’s office, we would all do well to pay very close attention to who leads this particular office.

So, how do we move on from this culture of retaliation?

That’s been the central question as this editorial board has wrestled with this endorsement.

One candidate, William Bailey, has a host of good qualities and a strong background. He’s a Coast Guard veteran. He’s worked in every department and now serves as a captain and Patrol Division commander. In his former role as public information officer for DCSO, we found him to be a professional, responsive public servant. Those are all admirable qualities.

But given the body of knowledge the public knows about the issues at DCSO under Nelson, we question why Bailey has not done more to distance himself from the culture of retaliation that has been widely reported about DCSO. He’s Nelson’s hand-picked successor, and that’s got to be a hard row to hoe. Distance yourself from your boss now and risk retaliation in the short term, or distance yourself later, in hopes that your reputation will be spared when your boss’ retirement party is over and done? For the sake

of the 200,000 some people who live in Deschutes County, we would have liked to see the former. When we asked him about this issue during our interview with him, Bailey seemed to downplay the very real issues that so many in the office are experiencing. We believe voters are looking for a more definitive break from the past here.

Kent Vander Kamp has also worked at DCSO for some time — long enough, in our estimation, to potentially absorb some of the same habits and leadership qualities of his boss. We say that because when we call for a “fresh start,” we’re aware that this fresh start isn’t exactly like spring cleaning. But in the end, this race is largely about optics, and in an office where corruption, retaliation and hand-picking successors have been modes of operation even before Nelson was appointed to his position in 2015, we need the closest approximation of a fresh start as we can get. We think Vander Kamp can offer more of that.

Some have pointed to Vander Kamp’s “moonlighting” as a mortgage company owner as evidence of his lack of commitment to the office. We share that concern, and our inquiries into whether Vander Kamp continues to work two jobs were met with some inconsistent answers.

At this point, Vander Kamp should make it clear to the public, as many times as it takes, that should he be elected sheriff, he’ll devote himself to that job and that job only, as it’s a gigantic one. Still, that concern about the operations of a business that he and his wife share does not outweigh the need to move on from a culture of internal strife at DSCO.

Whoever wins this race will be tasked with the tough work of bridging divides; of bringing together an office where sides have been taken; lines in the sand drawn. We don’t envy the person who has to roll that behemoth up the hill, but in the interest of a cleaner break, our endorsement goes to Vander Kamp.

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JUST ANOTHER PARKING LOT RAGE STORY

On a nice smokey Sunday morning, after returning extra supplies at Lowe’s with the very helpful, friendly lady there, I contentedly sauntered back to my car having successfully finished my project. As I was about to get in my car, I heard some angry muttering but didn’t think anything of it and didn’t bother to see where it was coming from. The next thing I know, some 50ish guy in a big navy-blue Tesla is shouting at me as loud as he could from inside his car. I have no idea what he is yelling about from his soundproof deluxe Tesla. He then rolls down the window and impressively spits 10 feet across his passenger seat onto my passenger car window. I did not have a MAGA hat on nor was I wearing a Green Coalition of Gay Loggers for Jesus t-shirt. Was his uncontrolled rage because I am a baby-boomer driving a minivan and therefore responsible for global warming and the all summer wildfire smoke we are experiencing? (I was driving a plug-in hybrid that runs almost entirely from energy from my rooftop solar panels sitting on top of my passive solar house.) Maybe Tesla drivers are being forced to listen to Elon from their onboard screens and are getting all riled up about how terrible America is and need to take it out on somebody? All this man’s hatred was totally wasted if I had no idea what he was frothing at the mouth about. Modern society seems to be spiraling out of control. I think it is time to dial back the hatred, folks. Maybe the problem is some of us need to make better choices in who our role models are? Thanks for listening.

—Tom Ponte

If you described your ideal candidate for the next sheriff of Deschutes County,

what attributes would be included?

• Possessing a breadth of experience and proven leadership abilities in law enforcement?

• Very honest, respectful, and extremely hard working?

• True to his word with strong morals and integrity?

• Committed to innovative crime prevention techniques?

• A track record of fostering positive relationships with community members, local organizations, and other agencies?

These descriptors — direct quotes from people who know or have worked with him — epitomize William Bailey, who has dedicated himself to serving and protecting others. In his words, “it’s ingrained in my DNA, and what I’ve always wanted to do with my life.”

From serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, to spending 24+ years with the DCSO, and working his way up through the organization in positions of increasing responsibility, Bailey has stayed true to his principles and promises, and worked tirelessly for the people of Deschutes County to keep all of us safe.

If elected, Bailey plans to focus on achievable but ambitious priorities that include working with community partners to move homeless encampments off public lands in Deschutes County; aggressively enforcing drug laws; ensuring that our roads and highways are safer for everyone; and establishing personal connections between deputies and those living in outlying areas.

Bailey has continually demonstrated that he possesses the knowledge and abilities to address the diverse needs of our ever-evolving community – from rural areas to urban centers – which is why he has our unqualified endorsement.

—Marvin Pugh and Andrea Hine

IN TRUMP WE TRUST

Many who like Trump overlook his faults because his policies are so good. Besides, he says Kamala Harris is a communist.

Slowly backing out of America’s endless wars and quickly shoring up the southern border are not bad ideas. And tax cuts can help a lot of people if done right.

However, Trump’s recent resorting to “red-baiting” should disturb MAGA supporters. Republican Joe McCarthy employed it in the 1950s to advance his personal interests and destroy the lives of liberals. He hurt a lot of people.

Trump recently said, “Trump is never wrong. I am never, ever wrong.” Funny, that is the same gospel that communists in Russia and China used to get themselves into totalitarian power.

In America, only the God of scripture is accorded the status of never being wrong.

Donald Trump wants us to change the motto on our money to “In Trump We Trust.”

—Kimball Shinkoskey

RE: VOTE YES ON EXPANDING COUNTY COMMISSION FROM THREE TO FIVE MEMBERS. OPINION, 9/12

I live in the county, as do quite a few folks I know (beyond, of course, my immediate neighbors). I'd love to see the current configuration changed to better reflect the community. Deschutes County has more registered Democrats

than Republicans. It's long seemed strange to me that this hasn't been reflected in the make-up of the BOCC. Nothing's been the same since Adair primaried Baney. Maybe we shouldn't be surprised at that. Baney epitomized the concept of representing all the people, not just those that voted for her.

—Jeff Perrault via bendsource.com

Letter of the Week:

Jeff: Making the county commission a non-partisan race seemed to be evidence that voters didn’t want a repeat of the “running to the right” we saw in that race. Onward to other battles! Come on by for your gift card to Palate.

—Nicole Vulcan

VOTE WILLIAM BAILEY FOR SHERIFF

Evacuation Notices Dropped for Nearby Fires

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Sunriver Police department, lowered all evacuation levels to normal status Tuesday for areas around the Bachelor Complex and Little Lava Fires.

With improved conditions and successful fire operations, evacuation notices on the Firestone and Flat Top Fires, in southern Deschutes County, were also lowered to normal status.

The Little Lava Fire, which reached 9,848 acres, grew quickly, prompting evacuations in areas of Sunriver last week.

Volunteers Clean La Pine Dumping Site

A newly formed group, Newberry Regional Partnership, gathered about 60 volunteers and spent Saturday removing hundreds of pounds of

garbage from the Bureau of Land Management’s Jackpine Camp, located southwest of La Pine.

The area around the camp was a well-known dumping area and a place for long-term overstays, according to a press release from BLM. The Darlene 3 and Jackpine wildfires near La Pine sparked interest in community members organizing a cleanup.

Within a few hours, volunteers filled two 30-yard dumpsters, three 20-yard dumpsters, and numerous privately-owned trailers with debris.

“We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and hard work of everyone involved in this cleanup,” said Kathy DeBone, Community Coordinator at the Newberry Regional Partnership. “The abandoned Jackpine Camp cleanup serves as a testament to the power of community collaboration and the importance of environmental stewardship.”

—Julianna LaFollette

Amid Record Fires and A Worker Shortage, Forest Service Looks To Fill Hundreds Of Openings

The Pacific Northwest division of the U.S. Forest Service is hosting

in-person

events throughout Oregon and Washington ahead of next year’s fire season

By Jennifer Baires

Last Thursday, as nearly 1,000 firefighters and support staff battled the Bachelor Complex and Flat Top and Firestone fires surrounding Bend, dozens of people filled a room at the Deschutes County Road department office building to learn more about what it takes to join the U.S. Forest Service as a wildland firefighter. The in-person recruitment event is one of many hosted by the Forest Service in Oregon and Washington.

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- The pounds of trash removed from Juniper Ridge since county officials added hygiene stations in the area last year. From the Feature, “On the Outskirts.”

“It continues to be a discovery festival, a super unique social and artistic experience, and pretty low key as far as vibe goes.”

Oregon’s Planned Parenthood affiliates move forward with creating a new political organization

By Lauren Dake, OPB

Leaders of Oregon’s two Planned Parenthood affiliates gave final approval Monday evening to dissolve the political advocacy arm of their organization with promises of creating a more united front at a time when abortion rights have come under increasing attack.

It’s a move that CEOs Sara Kennedy, of Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette, and Amy Handler, of Planned Parenthood of Southwestern Oregon, first signaled was in the works this summer. They plan to create a new, more integrated advocacy arm and promise the move will not only help bolster their

Since August, the Forest Service has toured the Pacific Northwest hoping to recruit new people to fill hand crews, engine crews, hotshot crews and more ahead of next year’s inevita ble fire season. This is the second year of the recruitment program, according to Jason Heinz, who handles regional workforce development for the Forest Service.

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political efforts but also ensure sustainability for their health care clinics.

The new political advocacy arm, Handler and Kennedy said, will be more interwoven into the current work of the health care clinics. The dissolution of the current advocacy organization will officially happen after the November election.

The members of the Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon’s at-large board resigned on Monday after the board meeting saying they remain “disheartened, saddened, and frustrated by this process and its result.”

The letter says the new leaders moved forward without “meaningful participation” and without “good faith engagement with community input, and without genuine consideration of other possible paths forward.”

—Reprinted through a content sharing agreement with Oregon Public Broadcasting.

Heinz said USFS offers retirement packages and healthcare benefits to its employees, and that the hourly pay average increases when considering hazard pay and overtime hours. However, he would not estimate how much an employee is likely to make during the six-month employment, citing too many unknowns, like fire activity levels next year and frequency of deployment. Each employee is guaranteed at least 40 hours a week of work during their 13 weeks on the job.

As we see intimately in the West, filling these positions each year is critical for protecting communities large and small from increasingly large, frequent and intense fire seasons. And many who appreciate the work and camaraderie of the service are drawn to the experience, Heinz said.

It’s an attempt to shore up what some have called an exodus of wildland firefighters. According to an investigation by ProPublica published earlier this year, the Forest Service, the agency in charge of most of the country’s wildfires, has suffered an attrition rate of 45% among its permanent wildland firefighters. Heinz says that recent numbers put the attrition rate for the Forest Service as a whole at just 2%.

Now, USFS is looking to fill roughly 200 entry-level, permanent seasonal positions to start next spring. It’s a tall order for a department that consistently goes with 20 to 25% of its positions unfilled, according to Heinz’s own estimates.

The hurdles to joining and remaining with USFS are many: $15 per hour base pay, weeks away from home on assignment with back-to-back work for months at a time, grueling physical labor and exposure to numerous health risks, including toxic smoke and chemical retardants, to name a few. And for permanent, seasonal employees like the kind being recruited now, employment is only full-time for six months of the year.

“If you're hardworking, love working outdoors and want to try something that will test you, both physically and mentally, I think the Forest Service is a great opportunity,” Heinz said. “And I have created, you know, a career out of it. And I think anyone that's interested in this type of career or position can make a career out of it as well.”

Alder Henshen, a 22-year-old resident of Bend, attended the in-person recruitment event last week. Henshen said he knows the work is hard and requires being away from family and friends for weeks at a time. He’s also aware of the wildland firefighter shortage but is applying despite those concerns.

“It’s the preserving of the forest,” he said when asked what he found most important about the work. “And it’s a dying trade,” he added.

—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.

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Meet the Candidates: The Race for State Senate

Anthony Broadman and Michael Summers discuss top issues in the 27th District

By Julianna LaFollette

Democrat Anthony Broadman

and Republican Michael Summers will face off in the race for the Senate seat in the 27th District, which represents Bend, Sisters, Tumalo and portions of Redmond. Tim Knopp, the current senator, is ineligible to run for re-election due to excessive absences during the last legislative session, when Republicans in the Oregon Senate staged a record-long walkout.

Broadman lives in Bend and has served on the Bend City Council since 2020. He served as Mayor Pro Tem in 2022 and is an attorney for tribal governments and small businesses. Summers, from Redmond, currently serves as the chair for the Redmond School Board, runs a family business, and is a drummer for local cover band, Precious Byrd.

Last week, the Source Weekly conducted an interview with the two candidates to hear about issues that matter to Central Oregonians. Here are some of their thoughts.

When asked why they are running, Summers started, and touted himself as a “bridge-builder” who’s able to work with both sides of the political spectrum.

“I jumped in, and I'm so proud of the work that we were able to do. I have a politically diverse school board that I respect and love tremendously, and I feel like we've been able to balance each other out,” said Summers of his time as board chair.

Broadman described himself as a practical and pragmatic policy maker, mentioning child care, health care, and bipartisan cooperation as important issues in this region.

“The decisions that we make in public service are serious and have real life consequences, and they're too important to distract ourselves with culture wars and partisanship,” said Broadman.

Both candidates agreed that housing and affordable housing remain the biggest issues facing Oregonians. “We have a ton more work to do, but I'm really proud of the progress that this community has made,” said Broadman, pointing to the success Bend has had in building more homes for working families than any other city in the state, per capita.

“We're going to need these

creative types of initiatives in the legislature in order to meet our challenges when it comes to housing, when it comes to homelessness,” he said.

Summers said housing is the root cause of many issues in Central Oregon, including inflationary pressures on every industry. Growth, which he’s seen over his lifetime, has been so fast, he said, and infrastructure needs to catch up. He added that regulations that slow down our housing production need to be addressed.

“We absolutely have to have housing codes, but at a time where it's an emergency status for housing, we have to deregulate the things that can be deregulated and revisit them and say what's working, what's not,” said Summers.

Both candidates agree that houselessness is a housing problem, and that more affordable housing could help in the effort to move people out of houselessness.

On the topic of bipartisanship, Summers talked about the need for cooperation, and pressed on the idea that he is always open to new and diverse viewpoints that can help him see things from a different perspective.

“The only reason I'm running for this right now is because I thought, ‘if I can do this on a school board that is as diverse as ours, and still have joy and peace and something that brings a community wholeness, I'm in,’” said Summers.

Broadman agreed about the importance of working together and brought up the walkouts that occurred last year. “I'm tired of all of the great work we're doing in this community, on housing, on

A Community Initiative to Buy Mt. Bachelor Grows

A

local group looking to make Mt. Bachelor Resort local announces progress in its vision

By Julianna LaFollette

homelessness, on education, on wildfire resilience, being stymied by these extremist walkouts. And for the record, I'm committing right now. I will never walk out,” he said.

When asked if he saw himself, in any instance, participating in a walkout, Summers said he would not walk out over policy issues, but asserted that a walkout would not happen if he’s elected, referencing his ability to work with both parties.

“I never walk out for policy issues like that,” Summers said during our interview. “I'm committed to being engaged and really making sure that we are actually at the table, balancing out some of those policies. And I think that was a place of kind of desperation because of the super majority. That was the only lever they had to pull. I'm not in that position, and won't be, because I'll be in there, and so I'll be able to balance that out and actually make sure that we have some voices at the table.”

Ending out their interview, Broadman spoke about his accomplishments, and what he hopes to see moving forward. “I've been a pragmatic city councilor, somebody who's worked with people from across the political spectrum to get things done. I think our community is really tired of culture wars, and I think ready to move past it,” said Broadman.

Summers stuck to the idea of working with both sides, and continuing to put people over politics. “As somebody that really wants to build bridges and wants to continue relationship outside of politics, politics is not the end-all-be-all of a community,” said Summers.

An effort to bring Mt. Bachelor back into the hands of the Bend community is growing, some three weeks after two locals launched an initiative to purchase the resort. The group, Mt. Bachelor Community Inc., officially launched its website and reported a growing community team, among increasing interest in collaborations, according to a press release.

On Aug. 22, POWDR Corporation, the current owners of Mt. Bachelor and several other ski resorts across the country, announced its plans to sell the resort. Bend residents Dan Cochrane and Chris Porter organized a meeting shortly after to discuss plans for buying the resort.

Their mission, according to the website, is to own and manage Mt. Bachelor, focusing on environmental care, supporting mountain enthusiasts and reinvesting profits to boost the local economy.

A press release stated that local businesses and organizations are stepping up to help support, offering resources, services and donations. The group also announced it has partnered with Sunriver Brewing and The Haven co-working space.

The group is hosting an official Community Kickoff Event on Oct. 12 at Drake Park to build momentum for the project. It’s also in the process of opening a corporate bank account, allowing it to accept donations and cover early expenses. The group will launch a GoFundMe soon to help with startup costs.

“From the start, this initiative was never about one person or a small group — it's about all of us, and the incredible support we're seeing confirms that we are moving in the right direction. Volunteers, local businesses, and passionate community members have all played a role in pushing this project forward. The energy is contagious,” read a statement from a press release.

Mt. Bachelor Community Inc. said people can help by spreading the word, volunteering with events and supporting the cause though contributions.

Julianna LaFollette

Anthony Broadman Michael Summers

Photos courtesy of candidates

¡De Regreso a Clases! Consejos para mantenerse saludable

Por Joshua Phillips, ND

Con el fin de verano y la llegada de temperaturas más bajas, los niños regresaron a la escuela y se están adaptando a la rutina escolar. Esto quiere decir que es hora de pasar más tiempo en ambientes cerrados, con menos luz solar y para muchas personas con más estrés proveniente de los estudios y clases. Todos esto trae más resfríos y enfermedades de las que tenemos durante las vacaciones de verano. Hay varias cosas que deben tomarse en cuenta para mantenerse saludable durante el atareado año escolar.

Dormir es quizas el tema más menospreciado relacionado con el bienestar, ya que dormir bien en la noche es indispensable para restaurar el cuerpo, además de garantizar que la mente esté atenta, que estabilice las emociones y el sistema nervioso. Dependiendo la edad de su hijo, se necesita de un sueño reparador de entre 8 a 12 horas todas las noches y para la mayoría de las familias esto significa tener en mente un buen manejo del tiempo. Para los adolescentes puede ser difícil infundir este importante aspecto y asegurarse de que

vayan a dormir temprano. Antes que nada, mis recomendaciones incluyen: cenar a más tardar a las 7pm y que todo aparato electrónico esté apagado por lo menos una hora antes de irse a dormir.

El ambiente social ruidoso y el estrés asociado durante el año escolar también es un gran problema para los niños de todas las edades, tanto para el bienestar mental como el fisiológico. Un buen punto de partida es tener conversaciones diarias sin tapujos y sin prejuicios con los niños. Haga preguntas abiertas sobre cómo van las cosas con los maestros y compañeros de clases y escuche con atención. Tal vez encuentre que hay estreses y preocupaciones ocultas a las que podría ayudar a solucionar teniendo un poco de compasión e ingenio.

También es muy importante ver que tan bien se alimentan nuestros hijos con la ingesta de alimentos y agua, y conocer la salud general de su sistema digestivo. Si bien, este tema es vasto, se utilizan algunas reglas generales. Para hidratarse se necesita beber agua. Las bebidas saborizadas, los refrescos y las bebidas carbonatadas no cumplen

con los requisitos cuando hablamos de una hidratación adecuada durante el día. Recuerdo que esto era un problema cuando mis hijos erán chicos y vale la pena ver cuánta agua toman en la escuela. Los puntos básicos de consumir proteína saludable durante el día, reducir el azúcar refinada y consumir suficiente fibra y nutrientes provenientes de las frutas y verduras es indispensable. Los aumentos de azucar en la sangre proviene de muchos carbohidratos procesados y de la falta de proteína y verduras en el cerebro y el sistema nervioso, esto hace que cada aspecto escolar y de estudios sean más complejos. Mantener el sistema inmunológico saludable para disminuir los resfriados y las gripes es una prioridad para todos los padres y todos los temas discutidos hasta ahora son de interés para lograr ese objetivo. Si bien la suplementación de nutrientes para niños es única para cada una de sus necesidades, hay unos de los que soy un gran promotor. Un buen probiótico puede ser de gran apoyo tanto para el sistema digestivo como para el inmunológico. Sin suplementación, los

niveles de vitamina D comienzan a bajar en esta temporada del año al vivir en Bend y muchos niños no obtienen suficientes ácidos grasos esenciales Omega-3 en su dieta, así que un suplemento de aceite de pescado de alta calidad es la solución. Le deseamos lo mejor a su familia para que tenga un año escolar saludable y fructífero.

—Joshua Phillips, ND es un médico naturista y director de Hawthorn Healing Arts Center en Bend, Oregon. Si tiene preguntas o comentarios puede comunicarse con él en docnaturecure@gmail.com.

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40+ Years of THE {FULL} LIFE

Residents Robert and Heather McIntyre made the right choice moving to Touchmark: “The people here at Touchmark universally love it. There are single and married people; they’re all di erent, and they’ve lived in many di erent places in the U.S., but we all decided on Bend. It’s an active group of people. It’s a really great feeling.”

Our welcoming, full-service independent living retirement community features a vibrant social calendar, making it feel just like home.

Banned Books Week

SEPTEMBER –

Celebrate intellectual freedom and your right to read what you want. Stop by any library location before October 2 and show your library card; we’ll give you a Free People Read Freely book bag (while supplies last). Don’t have a library card? Get one and you get a bag, too! (Visit dpl.pub/getacard to learn how to get your own free library card).

Learn more about intellectual freedom and your First Amendment rights at dpl.pub/int-freedom

ON THE OUTSKIRTS

Hundreds of houseless people live on the edge of Bend. Now, the City and County plan to close off access to most of the land.

By Julianna LaFollette and Jennifer Baires

Blackened trees and pink-hued brush and rocks – stained from fire retardant dropped last month – line the dirt road that leads into Juniper Ridge. The sprawling, undeveloped land on the outskirts of town functions as a campground for hundreds of houseless people, some who stay for a season and others who make it a home.

Along the trail, constructed camps, trailers and RVs offer a look at what living among the junipers is like. Some are occupied, others recently abandoned and charred, leaving behind remnants of scattered objects necessary for life off the grid.

Unlike tents that pop up and move around the cities of Bend and Redmond, the camps in Juniper Ridge – known by some as “Dirt World” – have a sense of permanence. Sculpted walkways, manufactured fencing and intricate structures make up many of the camps that house the people and animals of Juniper Ridge.

Hundreds of these established camps are scattered across the nearly 1,350-acre area on Bend’s northern fringe, making it harder to visualize the now-inevitable movement of these households, which the City and County will soon enforce. The area consists of Deschutes County, City of Bend and private forest land. Camping for long periods of time is technically not allowed on any of this land.

While the ever-changing number of

people living at Juniper Ridge has grown in recent years, their presence on the land remains controversial and a safety concern for many. Over the years, local officials have made a series of attempts to find a solution that provides safety for both the people in Juniper Ridge and the larger community. There have been numerous sweeps, votes in favor of managed camps and services like portable toilets and drinking water provided. As of today, problems persist.

Following the Mile Marker 132 Fire in August, which started on private property in Juniper Ridge, burned 78 acres, necessitated evacuations of nearby homes and threatened campsites within the area, residents bordering the encampments once again raised concerns. The fire burned dangerously close to a pesticide production plant. Firefighters dropped potent fire retardants on the landscape, painting it red. Swiftly, neighbors urged officials to act quickly to mitigate the risk of another fire and improve safety.

It wasn’t the first close call to draw attention to the large encampment. A fire in 2020 sparked similar conversations, with City and County officials deliberating plans for the area.

Dry conditions, high heat and open camp fires in a forest prone to fire starts is a dangerous combination. There is also the concern for the safety of those

living within the camps. Maulings by loose dogs are all too common. There are frequent drug busts. And of course, there’s the hardship of living outdoors without access to clean water or sanitation services.

After the Mile Marker 132 Fire, the Bend City Council and Deschutes County Commissioners took an unprecedented step to address Juniper Ridge, together. In a joint meeting, the two governing bodies unanimously approved restricting camping in all areas of Juniper Ridge, except for a 170-acre parcel of land officials are calling a “temporary safe stay area.”

Services at Juniper Ridge

Last week, we rode through Juniper Ridge to get an idea of what the camps, services and conditions look like.

Just off of Highway 97, the dirt road entrance to Deschutes County’s side of Juniper Ridge immediately leads to one part of the encampment that the County provides services to. The service point is surrounded by clustered camps and right across from an area dubbed, “The Fishbowl,” a hollowed out portion of the land that holds roughly half a dozen structures.

Deschutes County added the hygiene stations in 2023 to address public health

and safety concerns. Deschutes County Commissioners allocated $200,000 for the services in June 2023 as a temporary fix. Now, there are three separate stations, each including portable toilets, drinking water stations, hand washing stations and dumpsters.

Since establishing these stations last year, the County has spent $229,000 and removed 131,000 pounds of trash, 118 “bio-buckets” and 879 tires. It’s also cleaned up 39 abandoned camps. While the stations are likely not serving the entirety of the far-flung Juniper Ridge population, Shawn Blalack, a deputy with Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office who frequently patrols the area, says since their addition, the camps nearby are noticeably cleaner.

In addition to its hygiene and trash services, the County also initiated a contract with a security service last year. A security officer patrols the area to identify safety concerns, connect people to resources and help to make sure fire safety rules are being followed.

Officials and officers frequently hand out fire extinguishers, and “No Open Flame” signs are posted throughout. But, on recent trip to Juniper Ridge, an individual we passed was outside of his RV, cooking over an open flame. The man said despite having an indoor stove, he wanted to cook outdoors because his girlfriend wanted BBQ chicken.

A burned camp sits on the City’s land in Juniper Ridge, along a canal.

While small cooking devices and camping stoves are allowed even during fire restrictions in Deschutes County, it is unclear whether the majority of people in the area have access to these alternatives. A managed camp set-up –like the one the City and County now plan to establish – could offer safe places to cook for those without.

In addition to regular patrol services, officers from DCSO are often in the area, either passively patrolling or responding to calls for service. Blalack, a longtime officer with DCSO who is partially assigned to Juniper Ridge, noted service calls have increased in recent years. These calls, he said, range from mental health calls and domestic violence to theft, reports of fires and drug overdoses.

Bolstering services, including security, hygiene and case management, could help manage safety in the area, while making it easier for support service providers to progress people out of houselessness, according to Matt Stuart, real estate director with the City of Bend.

Failed Attempts

Before the vote to establish a temporary safe stay area earlier this month, other attempts to either establish managed camps or improve safety and public health concerns were proposed but not fully carried out. Following an RV fire in 2020, the City of Bend discussed plans to clear Juniper Ridge. In October 2020, the City planned to build an RV park and campground for people on the property, but determined it was not feasible at the time due to issues with set up and management costs, on-site services and timing.

In late July of this year, Deschutes County Commissioners approved an application for a risk reduction grant through the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s office, which would focus the County’s efforts on risk reduction through the creation of defensible space, limbing and brush removal, and fuel breaks to prevent potential fire spread. Then, the Aug. 2 blaze happened.

Plans are for the recently approved ‘Temporary Safe Stay Area’ to increase hygiene services while also providing more outreach services to help people move out of houselessness and into shelters. Though, historically, part of why Juniper Ridge and places like it were legally allowed to continue is because of court rulings.

In the 2019 case, Martin v. Boise, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court ruled that houseless people cannot be punished for sleeping on public property in the absence of adequate alternatives, or unless the law imposes “reasonable time, place and manner” restrictions. However, that decision was effectively overturned this summer when the Supreme Court decided that similar ordinances in Grant Pass prohibiting camping or parking overnight did not violate the Eighth

Amendment’s prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment.

For now, the issue of regulations around public camping for people experiencing homelessness is left up to states and local municipalities. In 2021, the Oregon State Legislature enacted House Bill 3115 to clarify and expand on how cities can legally regulate public property concerning people experiencing homelessness. The bill, however, is not clear on its limits. It reads, “Any city or county law that regulates the acts of sitting, lying, sleeping or keeping warm and dry outdoors on public property that is open to the public must be objectively reasonable as to time, place and manner with regards to persons experiencing homelessness.”

Bend’s city ordinance, passed in 2023, sets stricter limits on time, place, and manner but also leaves exceptions up to the discretion of the city manager.

Within the City of Bend, 959 people experienced homelessness in 2024, according to the most recent Point in Time count. Shelters owned or supported by the City offer about 250 beds, leaving a substantial gap between what’s available and the need. While City and County officials previously planned to sweep Juniper Ridge, on the grounds of creating

a managed camp, those talks stalled out. This joint agreement for the management of Juniper Ridge, the first of its kind, is meant to create better access to individuals living on the land, reduce fire risk near north Bend homes and increase services for the people who call it home. Officials say they will begin enforcing the new boundary on May 31, 2025 – ahead of the fire season. The newly drawn area will act as a “semi-managed” camp, keeping people within the boundaries and offering services such as case management.

The Relocation

Through patrols and providing services, local agencies and nonprofits have come to know a lot of individuals living at Juniper Ridge. There are mixed feelings about how this joint effort will play out.

Last week, after the joint meeting, Evan Hendrix, with Shepherd’s House, told the Source Weekly that these situations often impact the service providers that frequent the area. For many providers with established relationships, they worry that displacing or relocating people will make it harder for them to reestablish contact.

As of Friday, Sept. 13, campers at Juniper Ridge hadn’t been told of the forthcoming shutdown. In an area as big as Juniper Ridge, with numerous dispersed camps, the City and County are still figuring out how to assist people with moving, and how to enforce the new parameters once they are established.

“We know that that’s going to be a challenge for us to work through,” said Stuart with the City of Bend. “We have to work through the strategy of how we’re going to enforce and who are our partners in doing so.”

Stuart said he hopes to give notice to residents as soon as possible. He’d also like to see additional hygiene services established before signaling people to move within the new boundaries.

County Commissioner Phil Chang, while hopeful about the decision, sees a developed managed camp as the safest kind of outdoor shelter. The camp that is currently planned in the safe stay area will act as a “semi-managed” camp, as it does not have the full spectrum of services and management.

“It remains to be seen for me whether you can do the service provision efficiently in that kind of dispersed setting,” he said

The highlighted portion of land represents the temporary safe stay area.

Stuart often visits Juniper Ridge to check in with neighbors, address safety concerns, hand out fire extinguishers and talk to residents about safety. Since establishing relationships with individuals living there, he added that there has been progress in improving safety conditions and connecting people to services, and he hopes this decision will increase opportunities for people to find housing, while also limiting the impacts to those who have to move.

“My hope is it will go relatively smoothly, and we’re giving ourselves enough time to work with individuals to get them resettled somewhere that doesn’t negatively impact their daily life, to an extent that causes other trauma or other issues,” said Stuart.

Many of the individuals living in Juniper Ridge work within the community, according to Stuart and Blaalak. Providing a safe place for them to rest and receive services could be the start to long-term success.

Given that this plan is “temporary,” the City and County will likely meet again in the future to reevaluate the situation. They will look at progress, observations about the state of the area and where we are at as a community, Stuart said.

This also includes an effort from the City to continue adding more affordable housing in the area and increasing shelter options.

“We don’t have a lot of shelter beds or places for people to go. Our utilization rates are really high,” said Amy Fraley, senior manager of houselessness services with the City of Bend. “I think folks may be more willing to move to more permanent housing or move into different scenarios if those places exist. And so hopefully we'll be able to figure that out.”

With an increase in outreach, and an opportunity for a more safe way of living, local officials hope to see fewer people needing Juniper Ridge.

“Our end goal is, we’d like to see the number of individuals out there reduce over time, but it’s not going to happen overnight,” said Stuart.

Last week, some Juniper Ridge residents were outside working on their shelters, adding fencing and continuing to build out their camp. Having lived there for years, it appeared as though they had no plans to move out any time soon. Across the way, another established camp sat abandoned. Belongings scattered and piled around, left behind after a woman transitioned out of homelessness. A success by city official standards but still a mess left behind to clean up.

For people inside, Juniper Ridge can be a temporary living area, while others find ways to make it home. At least for a little while.

Top, various items scattered across the dirt at an abandoned camp. Middle, three hygiene stations around Juniper Ridge offer residents services such as drinking water, porta-potties and dumpsters. Bottom, a manicured camp in Juniper Ridge, complete with fencing and decor.

Photos

Julianna LaFollette

SOURCE PICKS

WEDNESDAY 09/18

ANDERSON PAAK & THE FREE NATIONALS

R&B SINGER, RAPPER AND DRUMMER

Anderson .Paak is a multi-faceted musician who sings raps and plays drums. During The Malibu Tour, Paak performs his 2016 album, “Malibu” in its entirety along with special guests The Free Nationals, Maurice Brown and Gawd! Wed., Sep. 18, 7:30pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend. $59.50.

FRIDAY 09/20-09/22

CASCADE EQUINOX FESTIVAL

DANCE FEST

Get ready to groove and dance the weekend away at the Cascade Equinox Festival. The cross-genre festival, with a mission to connect with music lovers from all walks of life, blends electronic, funk, soul and bluegrass genres, promising a rich and varied musical experience. The festival features a vendor marketplace, yoga, beer and wine tastings, interactive art installations and more. Fri., Sep. 13, 3-8pm at Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond. $75+.

FRIDAY 09/20

CLAY WORKSHOP WITH LA LUCE STUDIO AT TUMALO LAVENDER

CREATE HOME PIECES WITH LAVENDER IMPRESSIONS

Join Krista from La Luce Studio for a wonderful exploration of imprinting clay with lavender out in front of the Tumalo Lavender fields. During the clay workshop, you’ll craft various home pieces like platters, plates, cheese trays and bowls adorned with lavender impressions. Fri., Sep. 20, 5:30-8pm at Tumalo Lavender. 19825 Connarn Rd., Bend. $100-$120.

FRIDAY 09/20 + 09/21

LAST TRAIN TO NIBROC

A HUMOROUS AND HEARTFELT

PLAY

Ellipse Theatre Community presents Last Train to Nibroc, a humorous and heartfelt play about a boymeets-girl romance set in 1940 at the beginning of World War II. The play premieres this weekend and runs through Oct. 13, offering many chances to experience the charming play for yourself. Fri., Sept. 20, 7pm and Sat., Sept. 21, 2-4pm and 7-9pm at Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $20.

FESTIVAL OF VOICES

AN INCLUSIVE CELEBRATION

Spend the day exploring the diversity of Central Oregon at the Festival of Voices. The festival features 10 community partners with tables, allowing participants to engage in culture demonstrations, performances and hands-on learning experiences. Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch will deliver opening remarks, setting the tone for a day filled with diverse voices and community building. Sat., Sep. 21, 11am-5pm Centennial Park. Evergreen between 7th and 8th St., Redmond. Free.

THE COLOR STUDY

A NIGHT OF INDIE-ROCK TUNES

The Color Study are an indie-rock band with music that ranges from quieter moments of melancholy tunes to upbeat sound waves. Joel Chadd also performs a set with songs that are brutally honest and open-hearted for a night of indie-rock tunes. Sat., Sep. 21, 7-10pm at Silver Moon Brewing. 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $10.

SATURDAY 09/22

WORTHY GARDEN HARVEST DINNER

SIX-COURSE DINING EXPERIENCE

RED SHAHAN

TEXAS-BASED MUSICIAN

Known for his captivating blend of Americana, folk and rock music, Red Shahan is set to perform in Bend with his soulful voice and his raw, honest songwriting. You may know Shahan’s song like, “303,” and “Men & Coyotes” and “Revolution,” which was featured in the TV Series, “Yellowstone,” in Season 3. Sat., Sep. 21, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $18-$28.

SUNDAY

FALL EQUINOX RITUAL AND SOUND BATH

A BEND HOT YOGA JOURNEY

Celebrate the Fall Equinox with Wendy Schmitt at Bend Hot Yoga for a ritual and sound bath journey. Go through motions of sound, ritual and breathwork to connect to the breath and your senses during the session. No experience is necessary. Sun., Sep. 22, 7-8:15pm at Bend Hot Yoga. 1230 NE 3rd St., Unit A230, Bend. $25.

Red Shahan

Ezraalkya

Anderson Paak

The Color Study

S SOUND

Sisters Folk Festival: All Grown Up

Returning for year 27, the region’s iconic folk fest and its hometown continue to create an intimate musical experience while welcoming new generations of musicians, fans and community

By Chris Young

Back in 1995, Sisters was sleepy. That’s exactly what drew Brad Tisdel to this Central Oregon outpost located in the shadows of its namesake trio of mountains.

“It was a pretty quiet place when I arrived in ’95, and I took that as a place of solitude, where I cross-country skied and tried to write songs and just sort of create a life here that was quiet and based on nature and music,” Tisdel describes. He’d been coming to the area with his family since the late ’70s and “always appreciated the community and, more than anything, the land and the mountains. The Black Butte, Sisters, Camp Sherman area always resonated with me.”

It was also the same year as the inaugural Sisters Folk Festival, and Tisdel was a song contest finalist in the fest’s songwriting competition. A finalist again in ’96, his involvement ramped up in 2000 when he formally started working with the nonprofit organization, leading academic endeavors like the Americana Project at Sisters High School and the continuing education program, Americana Song Academy, before ultimately booking the festival and serving as its creative director today.

Over the years, SFF has battled growing pains, smoke from forest fires and a global pandemic as it’s built the region’s most steadfast, iconic folk music festival. Now in its 27th year with “seven stages throughout town, we can curate different experiences at different stages,” Tisdel explains. The majority of artists play multiple sets (up to three or four) over the course of the festival’s three-day weekend, which gives them the opportunity to spread their creative wings in new environments. Whether it’s a workshop, solo set or something more boisterous, the setting for both artist and audience can vary from the festival’s home venue, Sisters Art Works, and the outdoor stage at the public Village Green Park (both of which can host more than 1,000 people) to intimate, 200-cap venues like The Belfry, housed in a former Baptist church, or the Sisters Depot patio stage.

Multiple sets at multiple venues really means “the artists get an opportunity to do some different things,” and “you get to see a broader expanse of the artist and their presentation of their music,” Tisdel says. “There's a dynamic environment during the festival, where people are moving from venue to venue, and artists are playing on multiple stages. There's excitement in the air, and you're

gonna discover and/or see someone perform in a really small venue that just blows your mind.”

With 33 acts on this year’s bill, many will perform moderated workshop sets on Saturday afternoon, giving audiences the opportunity to hear artists talk about their craft. “You get to see a different side of the human behind the music, and I think the artists appreciate it because they get to spread out a little bit as far as what they share and how they share it,”

Tisdel says. “And the audience loves it, because you get a peek behind the curtain as far as who this artist is.”

In our culture, folk music is often called singer-songwriter, acoustic or Americana, but for the booker of a festival with the word in its name, Tisdel defines it “very broadly.” The core of the word is people. Folk is for the people, by the people; something that’s passed down through the generations and evolves over time.

“The talent can vary anywhere from singer-songwriter, folk storytelling to duos and trios playing really interesting, perhaps eclectic music that spans genres, to almost any other style of music that's going to be received well by our audience,” Tisdel says. “More than anything, it's our goal and my job to bring in artists that will surprise people.”

Highlights this year include the Grammy-winning Aoife O'Donovan, repeat performer Chris Smither, West African fusion from Balla Kouyaté &

Mike Block Band, Scotland’s The Langan Band, Cris Jacobs (who’s collaborated with Billy Strings, Phil Lesh and Ivan Neville), the duo Viv & Riley and “encore artist” Fantastic Cat, who filled in for a cancellation last year, and “they just completely delivered,” Tisdel says. Regional players to catch include Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms Country Band, the pop rock of Portland’s Glitterfox, songwriting duo Jenner Fox and Jeremy Elliot, Olympia banjo slingers The Lowest Pair and Sisters’ local Beth Wood. Saturday will also feature a free kids’ zone at Fir Street Park with live music and art from 11am to 5pm.

“It continues to be a discovery festival, a super unique social and artistic experience, and pretty low key as far as vibe goes,” Tisdel says. “There's opportunities to interact and experience music in a different way than a lot of other festivals, especially larger festivals.” This means you can bump into artists schlepping gear from gig to gig and “appreciate artists being around town and eating dinner in the same place other artists are performing. It's just a different vibe that really helps to create a social atmosphere that's really engaging and inspiring.”

“I think music is continually evolving, and I think that you need to create space for new and different,” types of expression, Tisdel explains. After working with students in local middle and high schools for so many years,

he believes that the broader SFF Presents and all the endeavors it represents should take the same tack.

“We've always been about empowering voices of young people to be leaders, both in our programming in the schools and Americana Project [a music and arts education program at Sisters High School], but also in the way that we give them responsibility at an early age, because they can handle it. Then they put their own spin and twist on it, and it evolves and it matures and it grows and develops,” Tisdel says.

Just like folk music has been passed from one generation to the next, transforming through the years, so does the festival and its hometown. Since 1995, “Sisters itself has continued to develop in, I think, really cool ways where some of the folks that grew up here are coming back and making it their own,” Tisdel says. “There's a movement of young people that are creating what the future of Sisters is going to look like, and I think it's really important for us to sort of get out of the way and allow them to do that because they're smart, self-actualized humans that are really making it a new, dynamic place.”

Sisters Folk Festival Fri., Sep. 27 to Sun., Sep. 29

Sisters Three-day pass $225 for adults, $85 for ages 17 and under; kids 5 and under free sistersfolkfest.org

The three-day weekend of September 27 to 29 will bring 33 acts to Sisters: Don’t miss Grammy winner Aoife O'Donovan, repeat performer Chris Smither or “encore artist” Fantastic Cat, seen here, alongside regional talent like Portland’s Glitterfox and Olympia banjo slingers The Lowest Pair.

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CALENDAR

18 Wednesday

Bevel Craft Brewing Blackflowers Blacksun Jumped up and electr-o-fied blues and slide guitar is what you will hear. 6-8pm. Free.

Bevel Craft Brewing Live Music: Blackflowers Blacksun Join us for a free show on the patio at Bevel with Blackflowers Blacksun! Featuring Greg Bryce, Andy Coman, and Sean Garvin they deliver electrified Delta-slide blues. Their music blends raw, soulful slide guitar with modern energy, offering a fresh take on traditional blues with a powerful, contemporary twist. 6-8pm. Free.

The Cellar-A Porter Brewing Company

Wednesday Jam Sessions Drink some fine cask or imported beers, and try some amazing British pies while listening to 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 Bill Powers

Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music every Wednesday from 6-8pm. 6-8pm. Free.

Deschutes Brewery & Public House

Head Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Head Games multi-media trivia is at Deschutes Bend Public House every Wednesday. 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.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater

Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals are coming to Hayden Homes Amphitheater on Sept., 18! Anderson .Paak will be performing the album Malibu in its entirety alongside The Free Nationals, Maurice Brown, and GAWD. 7:30pm. $59.50.

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.

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

Volcanic Theatre Pub Bumpin UgliesLyrics Over Everything Tour w/ Tunnel Vision & Dubbest Driven by DIY merit, Annapolis band, Bumpin Uglies is no stranger to the pull of the bootstrap. Seven successful studio albums have paved the way for the awe-inspiring eighth. Underdog: The Acoustic Sessions, recorded live in studio by the band’s founder, Brandon Hardesty, showcases the songwriting prowess that has been a constant pillar of the band’s music since its inception. 6:30pm. $20 in advance $30 at the door.

19 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 Cider Co. School of Rock/Echo Chamber Young rockers “Echo Chamber” perform at the School of Rock night at Bend Cider. These talented students from Gwinup Studios, will rock the stage at 7:30pm. Enjoy stellar fall ciders, beers, & wines while having your faces melted off! Light appetizers available. Outside food welcome, kid and dog friendly. Free! 5:30-7:30pm. 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. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

The Yard at Bunk + Brew Young GunsLillian Hanson + Mari Please join us for a night of song in the round as Young Guns Lilian Hanson and Mari trade songs and stories. 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. River’s Place Yellow Birds Americana harmony trio. Each pull heartstrings with their stunning voices and songwriting. As a trio, something otherworldly happens when their voices meld seamlessly into each other in harmony. 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.

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

Elements Public House Trivia Night at Elements Public House with QuizHead Games Come be all you can be with Trivia Night every Thursday from 6-8pm! Featuring QuizHead. games. Located at the north end of Redmond. Full bar and great food! 6-8pm. Free. Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard. - Kurt Silva ..... A Central Oregon Treasure Back at the Vineyard for a solo performance. Central Oregon’s Treasure Kurt Silva playing guitar and singing amazing vocals. Kurt is the heart of many local groups, including Dry Canyon Stampede, Silverado and Grits n’ Gravy! His guitar skills are renowned along with his velvet voice singing storytelling songs. 5-8pm. $15.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater An Evening with Sturgill Simpson - Why Not? Tour John Sturgill Simpson is an American country music singer-songwriter and actor. As of February 2022, he has released seven albums as a solo artist. Simpson’s style has been met with critical favor and frequent comparisons to outlaw country. 7pm. $49.50-$149.50.

Mountain Burger Thursday Night Live Every Thursday at Mountain Burger, enjoy live music from talented local artists in a vibrant, relaxed atmosphere. Savor great food, drinks, and tunes, making it the perfect spot for a laid-back evening. September Lineup: 9/5: Scribbled Rhymes⁠ 9/12: Franchot Tone⁠ 9/19: Shine 9/26: Fluffalove 5-7pm. Free.

Mountain Burger Shine Acoustic Trio Live @ Mountain Burger Come check out Shine Acoustic Trio featuring crowd favorites from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and beyond. Live on the Patio @ Mountain Burger. 5-7pm. Free.

Open Space Event Studios The Roundabouts Improv Join The Roundabouts, Bend’s funniest improv troupe, for a night of unscripted hilarity. Witness the magic of improv as these quick-thinking improv players transform audience suggestions into spontaneous scenes and awe-inspiring characters. Every moment with The Roundabouts is an adventure waiting to unfold! 7:30-9:15pm. $15-$20.

The Lot Live Music with Skinny Dennis @ The Lot Skinny Dennis is an acoustic duo comprised of Bill Sterling on guitar and vocals and Rodney Toogood on bass and vocals. Classic rock tunes, ‘80s indie pop, singer-songwriter stylings and original songs propel Skinny Dennis’ sound and will get you and your friends smiling and moving to songs you know. 6-8pm. Free.

20 Friday

Bend Cider Co. The Yellow Birds Come on out and listen to The Yellow Birds in Tumalo! This Portland-based folk trio of talented women, blend their original songs with seamless, gorgeous harmonies, Enjoy this lovely fall evening by the fire with warming ciders, cold beers, wine, and light appetizers. Outside food welcome, kid and dog-friendly. Free! 5:30-7:30pm. Free.

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.

Blacksmith Public House FANfest Journey Tribute “Stone in Love” Benefit Concert “Petty Fever” (tribute to Tom Petty) continues the 8-part series FANfest by Blacksmith Public House featuring tribute bands including Journey, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Fleetwood Mac, Alabama, The Eagles, Def Leppard, and more. Net sale proceeds will benefit the Family Access Network (FAN). Doors open at 5, music starts at 7. 7-9pm. $29.

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

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

Deschutes County Fair & Expo

Center Cascade Equinox Festival Gem & Jam and 4 Peaks Presents are thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated lineup of Cascade Equinox’s 2024 edition. Set amidst the tranquil landscapes of the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, Oregon, the cross-genre festival will once again captivate attendees Cascade Equinox has revealed a remarkable initial lineup for its sophomore year, showcasing a diverse array of acts that mirror both the vibrant community and stunning surroundings of the festival’s Central Oregon location. 11am-11:59pm. $75-$1799

American country music singer-songwriter and actor, John Sturgill Simpson, has released seven albums as a solo artist since February 2022. Simpson’s style is frequently compared to outlaw country. Thu., Sep. 19, 7pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Courtesy Showbox Presents

A GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION, OCTOBER 4 AND 5

Discovery West (on the corner of Skyline Ranch Rd & Ochoa Dr., just west of NorthWest Crossing)

FRIDAY, OCT. 4

5:30-8PM

• Space Walk Open House Tour (homes, townhomes & cottages)

• Tours of Aerie, luxury overnight vacation rentals

• Food & drink

• Giveaways for the kids

• Drone Show, starting between 7:30–8pm

SATURDAY, OCT. 5

10AM-2PM

• Special guest, Dr. Ellen Ochoa, former NASA astronaut (meet & greet from 10am–12pm)

• Living History Fun (passport and prize for kids)

• Food & drink

• Giveaways

• Fun family-friendly activities

• Music

CALENDAR

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. Immersion Brewing THE DUCC Comedy Showcase presented by BUCC Every 3rd Friday of the month, THE DUCC will land in the Backroom of Immersion Brewing at the Box factory in Bend, OR. Come experience a comedy showcase featuring mainly local talent, occaisional special guests, plenty of surprises and audience interaction! RESPECT THE DUCC! Hosted by Eric Oren. Third Friday of every month, 7-9pm. $20-25.

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.

21 Saturday

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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.

Blacksmith Public House FANfest Fleetwood Mac Tribute “Take By the Sky” Benefit Concert “Taken By The Sky” (tribute to Fleetwood Mac) completes the 8-part series FANfest by Blacksmith Public House featuring tribute bands including Journey, Alabama, Tom Petty, Def Leppard, The Eagles, and more. Net sale proceeds will benefit the Family Access Network (FAN). Doors open at 5, music starts at 7. 7-9pm. $29.

Century Commons Taps and Trucks The JUGULARS Classic rock and roll. Everyone’s favorites from the ‘70s to contemporary. Bring your dancing shoes. 5-8pm. Free.

Cheba Hut Laughy-Bara Comedy Night

Laughy-Bara is back and bringing the fire to Cheba Hut “Toasted” subs. These local comics are bringing their best to the patio. No Cover. 8pm. 18+. Strong content expected. 8-10pm. Free.

Crux Fermentation Project Caveman

Dave - Live Music at Crux Once a Nationally Touring Nomadic Singer-Songwriter, Caveman Dave spent the last decade performing at major festivals and venues across the country including the Philadelphia Folk Festival, Northwest String Summit, Oregon Country Fair and both the Ozark and Pennsylvania Cigar Box Guitar Festivals. 5-7pm. Free.

Deschutes County Fair & Expo

Embark on an out-of-this-world adventure as we celebrate the launch of Discovery Corner, a vibrant community gathering place located in the heart of the Discovery West neighborhood in westside Bend. Join us for a stellar two-day experience full of good food, family fun and an appearance from a space-tacular special guest, all in celebration of our brand new plaza. Visit us at discoverywestbend.com/launch

The Domino Room Good Ol’ Boyz Lake & Bake Tour The Good 0l Boyz have been making music and music videos since 2011 when the band was founded as a trio in Placerville CA. Remington and JB Weld create genre-bending music with west coast hip-hop and outlaw country influences. 7:30pm-Midnight. $20.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Live at the Vineyard: The Substitutes Come listen to the classic rock sounds of the Substitutes! Central Oregon’s self-appointed “Rock And Roll Border Patrol." The Substitutes have been defending our (and your) right to rock since 1996. For over two decades they have been dedicated to honoring the tradition and integrity of what it means. 6-9pm. $15.

Feast Food Co Paul Eddy Local singer-songwriter sings hits through the decades (a veritable feast), plus originals at this award-winning restaurant. 6-8pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Sweet Motor Classic Rock, ‘80s, ‘90s, alternative music from Sweet Motor at Northside Bar and Grill. 8-11pm. Free. River’s Place DuB Central Summer is coming to an end and we are saying goodbye with a bang! Live reggae music. Cocktail tasting by 10 Barrel. Glory popsicles. 6-8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Red Shahan As career trajectories are measured, Red Shahan has covered a hell of a lot of ground in the three years since the release of his debut, Men and Coyotes — not to mention since his salad days a decade ago, when he began haunting the Lubbock club circuit and made the fateful decision that music would be his life’s path rather than baseball, rodeo, or firefighting. 8pm. $18 in advance $28 at the door.

22 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.

Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market Think Wild Bingo! Join Think Wild and Cascade Lakes Brewing Co on Reed Market for bingo night from 6-8pm! Come support wildlife and win cash and raffle prizes. $1 per beer sold all day will be donated to Think Wild! 6-8pm. 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.

Deschutes County Fair & Expo

Five Miles Taphouse @ 1/8th Street Food Truck Patio Free Music w/ The Eclectics @ Five Miles Taphouse End your weekend on a high note with The Eclectics, performing on the patio. Grab some friends and the family and listen to some of your favorite songs while enjoying a cocktail and all the great food the patio has to offer. 4:30-6:30pm. Free.

Fort Rock State Natural Area IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild The outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall. Join pianist Hunter Noack & Oregon Poet Laureate Ellen Waterston. Ticket includes pre-concert entry to Fort Rock Museum & post-concert Pie Social/”Barn” Dance at Fort Rock Grange! Email gnp@inalandscape.org if you need a Good Neighbor ticket. 2-7:30pm. $45.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Crowded House - Gravity Stairs Tour Australian rock band Crowded House brings the anthems of the eighties to Bend! 7pm. $45-$125.

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

River’s Place Derek Michael Marc Duo Six decades of your favorite tunes from Derek Michael Marc Duo. 6-8pm. Free.

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

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

23 Monday

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

24 Tuesday

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

6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend Bend Ecstatic

Dance An all-out, full-on, spectacular music and free-form movement journey happens every Tuesday on one of the biggest dance floors in Bend. A no-booze and no-shoes venue. No experience required, no dance instructions given. Just really excellent music curation and a big, clean floor to explore your unique movement across.

7:45-10pm. $15-$25 sliding scale.

The Cellar-A Porter Brewing Company Open MICC Presented by Bend Underground Comedy Club Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month you can enjoy or participate in THE MICC, a Comedy Open Mic presented by Bend Underground Comedy Club at The Cellar in Downtown Bend. Come and see local comics trying out their sharpest 3-5 minute sets. It’s free to attend and perform! Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8:30pm. Free (donations welcome).

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.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Orville Peck - Stampede Tour Chart-topping country outlaw Orville Peck comes to Bend! 6pm. $35$69.50.

Mountain Burger Trivia Tuesday Come connect with family and friends and Mountain Burger’s Trivia Tuesday. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Karaoke with DJ Chris Karaoke Night with DJ Chris 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

IN A LANDSCAPE: Fort Rock State Natural Area IN A LANDSCAPE guests explore the surrounding environment while listening to the music through wireless headphones. This late afternoon concert will take place at Fort Rock State Natural Area, where the volcanic caldera towers above Oregon’s sagebrush desert. Explore the full 2024 series at inalandscape.org. Sept. 22, 4-5:30pm. Fort Rock State Natural Area, Co Road 5-11A, Fort Rock. Contact: 503-3082921. tickets@inalandscape.org. $45.

DANCE

Bachata Dance Classes Hope you’re ready to have some fun learning cool bachata moves! This four week series is ideal for anyone with existing basic bachata dance skills (basic steps and turns) looking to improve lead and follow connection through a series of dance patterns. Please pre-register to save your spot! Mondays, 8:15-9:15pm. Through Sept. 30. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-325-6676. LatinDanceBend@gmail.com. $48.

Ballroom / Country Western Dance Classes Join every Wednesday. ChaChaCha in September. Partner encouraged but not required. Beginner or intermediate level. Review of combinations and progression weekly. Ask someone to join you in this physical, brain health activity. For Country Western dancers, the footwork is the same, the music is different. Contact Valerie, valdances@hotmail.com. Wednesdays, 6-7pm. Through Sept. 30. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-6026168. valdances@hotmail.com. $10.

Free Kids Line Dance Lessons Come join us at the Cross-Eyed Cricket for free kids line dance lessons. We welcome kids and adults of all ages to come and join in the fun, while we learn line dance steps and routines. Parents can eat, drink, and socialize while the kids dance. Every other Wednesday, 5-6pm. Through Dec. 18. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Contact: mindfulmotionmentor@gmail.com. Free. Soulful Sundays Conscious Dance Sunday is a perfect time to step on to the dance floor being in the temple of our bodies, moving as prayer. A facilitated and supported Soul Motion® practice of being with self, other, world, and spirit. Sundays, 10-11:30am. Through Sept. 27. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. $25 drop in, no need to pre-register.

FILM EVENTS

Mobster Monday: Carlito’s Way Dust off your jewelry ,and hang at the Tin Pan every Monday night in September for mobster Monday! Bar opens 30 minutes before showtime! Sept. 23, 6:30pm. Tin Pan Theater, 869 NW Tin Pan Alley, Bend. $15. Page to Screen Family Movie Night / Noche de Cine Familiar (Bilingüe) Enjoy Hotel for Dogs (2009)! Free tickets at http://www.towertheatre.org/. This film will be screened with Spanish dubbing and English subtitles as part of the Tower Theater’s participation in Bend’s welcoming week. Learn more here: https://www.bendoregon.gov/events/ welcoming-week. Tickets are free, but required (available on Tower Theatre website 3 weeks beforehand). Sept. 20, 6-8pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1062. Elsah@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Quality Ski Time Film Tour Bend, it’s time to get stoked for ski season. Yep, the Quality Ski Time Film Tour is back for year four, and we’re bringing you an all-new lineup of the greatest ski films of the year. We’ve got a little something for every skier: from an episode of Cody Townsend’s all-new Fifty+ series to the action-packed, powder-fueled Blank Collective movie, with a few more healthy doses of storytelling, inspiration, and shredding mixed in between. Sept. 24, 7pm. Tower

Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $17 (plus $6 Historic Preservation fee).

Hailing from Molalla, Oregon, Eli Howard & The Greater Good is an alternative country rock band known for its lush harmonies and storytelling. The band consists of Eli Howard, Nick Lamber, Mason Judson and Nik Elliot. Fri., Sep. 20, 7-10pm at Silver Moon Brewing.

Courtesy Eli Howard and the Greater Good Facebook

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ARTS + CRAFTS

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

“Simple Escapes” Art Exhibition by Jacob Joseph Norris Jacob J Norris has a rich and emotional new body of work, including seven fresh Oregon Coast pieces and five Central Oregon landscapes. Colorful oil paintings are custom framed by his father Walter Norris. The show will be up for the month of September, and all paintings are for sale. Mondays-Sundays. Through Sept. 30. Deschutes Brewery & Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: stellarcerealean@gmail.com. Free.

Blacksmithing 101 - Forge a Metal Wall Hook Come have fun and try your hand at the time-honored DIY craft of shaping, tapering, splitting, twisting, and punching steel to create art, jewelry, and functional items. In this class you will learn the skills you need to begin forging steel in true Maker fashion. Sept. 17, 6-8pm and Sept. 18, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $279. Boss Laser CNC Workshop This class is for those that have experience on our Glowforge laser or other CNC equipment and would like to have access to our Boss 3655 Laser. Spend 3 hours with us to be certified on our machine. We will be reviewing tool path creation, feeds and speeds, best practices. Sept. 24, 6-9pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $159.

Clay Workshop with La Luce Studio at Tumalo Lavender Join Krista from La Luce Studio for a wonderful exploration of imprinting clay with lavender out in front of the Tumalo Lavender fields! You’ll craft various home pieces like platters, plates, cheese trays, and bowls adorned with lavender impressions. Let’s craft exquisite and distinctive pieces for your home. Thu, July 18, 5:30-8pm, Sat, Aug. 17, 5-7:30pm and Fri, Sept. 20, 5:30-8pm. Tumalo Lavender, 19825 Connarn Road, Bend. Contact: 541-383-2441 . info@ tumalolavender.com. $100-120.

Crafts & Drafts Brewery Paint PartyFall Mountains Unleash your inner artist and join us for a fun-filled evening of Crafts & Drafts. Our adult paint nights are the perfect way to unwind and explore your creative side, all while enjoying delicious craft beers and good company. Our expert instructors will guide you through the painting process step-by-step. Sept. 19, 6-8pm. Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave #103, Bend. Contact: 541-480-7491. sarahanneswoffer@gmail.com. $45. DIY Drop-in hours Make Art on your schedule! Come by FREAK’N ART Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to create an art project on-site. Offering printmaking, drawing, painting, and collage. No supplies or experience necessary, we got you covered! Fridays, 3-7pm, Saturdays, 11:30am-5:30pm and Sundays, 11:30am-5:30pm. Through Dec. 29. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-508-7438. hellofreaknart@gmail.com. $20-$40.

Gelli Plate Printing Learn the in’s and out’s of printing with a gelli plate and create some unique, colorful, layered prints! Gelli printing is a relatively new form of mono printing that uses flexible printing plates to create textures and layers of colour. All materials will be provided. Sept. 18, 5:15-6:45pm. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-508-7438. hellofreaknart@gmail.com. $45.

Intro to Fused Glass In this 2-hour workshop, students will learn the basics of working with fused glass, such as cutting and shaping the glass, applying frit (finely ground glass), and layering different colors to create a design. You will have the choice to make a mobile, windchime or set of coasters. Sept. 22, 1-3:30pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $119.

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! Ages 13+ welcome. Sept. 24, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $139.

The Journey of the Monarch Butterflies in the Learning Garden Join us in celebrating Welcoming Week 2024! This will be a family-friendly event at the Environmental Center’s Learning Garden, focusing on the journey of the Monarch Butterfly! There will be a film about monarchs, kids activities, food, and resources to take home. Sept. 20, 4-7:30pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-508-5410. priscilla@envirocenter.org. Free.

Kids Lego Robotics (ages 10+) In this intro workshop you will build and program robots using LEGO’s® educational SPIKE app kits. By workshop’s end, students will have a solid foundation in LEGO robotics and be able to create, modify and control their own robotic creations. These workshops are a great first dive into programming. Wed, Sept. 18, 5-7pm and Wed, Nov. 20, 5-7pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $139.

Paint and Sip at Bevel Craft Brewing

Looking for a laid-back night out? Come join me, your friendly local artist, for some painting and sipping fun! No pressure, just good vibes and a relaxed atmosphere. This event is two hours, and I’ll provide the 11”x14” canvas, all the supplies you need, and a guided tutorial. Sept. 18, 6:30-8:30pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. $52. SAA Artist Studio Tour Sisters, Oregon, Sat-Sun 9/21-22/2024, 10am-4pm Visit with 18 artists while they create in their working environment. Painters, potters, jewelers, glass artists, photographers, mixed media artists and sculptors. Get to know these talented artists while in studio setups. This is a free self-guided tour. Sept. 21, 10am-4pm and Sept. 22, 10am-4pm. Downtown Sisters, Hood Avenue., Sisters. Contact: events@sistersartsassociation.org. Free.

Spinner Ring Workshop - Learn to

Solder Silver If you’ve had some experience with soldering or just new to this craft, you’ll love this Spinner Ring workshop. Learn how to solder, file, stamp, texture, and apply a patina and more! You’ll learn how to size and fabricate a Copper ring band with three smaller spinning Sterling Silver bands. Sept. 21, 10am-1:30pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $189.

Summertime Arts and Crafts Sale!

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

Super Spooky Stained Glass 101 - 2 Day Class* Come join us for a Super Spooky Stained Glass class. You’ll learn all the skills to make one-of-kind stained glass piece just in time for Halloween! This skill-based class provides a strong foundation for stained glass using the copper foil technique over two class sessions. Mon, Sept. 23, 6-8pm and Mon, Sept. 30, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@ diycave.com. $259.

Woodshop Basics - Learn to Use the Router, Planer and Jointer In this class you will learn how to use the Router, Planer and Jointer. Once complete, you will be able to create more precise techniques for edges and dimensions to improve your furniture and fine woodworking projects. You will also get 1 free hour in the Wood Shop. Sept. 23, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave.com. $159.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

Art in the West Closing Party 2024

Celebrate the last day of Art in the West! Mingle with participating artists, watch live demonstrations and enjoy delicious food and libations. The exhibit and auction close at 7pm. Auction winners who are present can take home their pieces starting at 8pm. Sept. 20, 6-8pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free with RSVP.

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

As a nonprofit , our programs and services are offered at no cost to students and families.

This Portland-based folk trio of talented women blend their original songs with seamless, gorgeous harmonies. The Yellow Birds are set to take stage on a lovely fall evening by the fire with warming ciders, cold beers and wine. Fri., Sep. 20, 5:30-7:30pm at Bend Cider Co.

Courtesy Yellow Birds Facebook

CALENDAR

Bayocean: Atlantis of Oregon Hear the tale of a doomed 1900s resort community built on the four-mile-long spit that protects Tillamook Bay from the Pacific Ocean. Author, Jerry Sutherland, spent eight years researching and documenting Bayocean and will chronicle the half-century the Oregon resort town existed and its demise. Sept. 22. Downtown Bend Public Library - Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Día de Las Monarcas, Celebrating the Magic of Migration Join us on a special day dedicated to the astonishing migratory journey of monarch butterflies with indigenous performance, workshops, butterfly observation and storytelling. Transportation, food and educational resources provided. More info to come! Sept. 21, 9am-2pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-508-5410. priscilla@envirocenter.org. Free.

Exhibition Opening – Rick Bartow: Animal Kinship Featuring nearly two dozen works from the collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his Family Foundation, this exhibition highlights sculptural and two-dimensional works by one of the Northwest’s most celebrated artists, Rick Bartow (Mad River Band of the Wiyot Tribe, 1948-2016). Sept. 20, 9am-5pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free.

Exploring Green Burials in Oregon with OLLI Discover eco-conscious alternatives to traditional funeral practices. Sept. 20, 10-11:30am. Downtown Bend Library, 601 Northwest Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-3121032. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

History Pub: The Sewells of Canyon City Columbus Sewell and family were the first permanent Black settlers east of the Cascades. Join Zachary Stocks of Oregon Black Pioneers to learn more about their incredible story, and what it can tell us about 19th century Black life in the high desert. Sept. 24, 7-8:30pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-389-1813. info@deschuteshistory. org. $5.

Know Nostalgia: Route 97 20th Century Roadside Attractions Discover beloved roadside attractions of Route 97. Join the Deschutes Historical Museum for a nostalgic trip down the California-Dalles Highway. Sept. 19, Noon-1pm. Becky Johnson Center, 412 SW 8th St., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@ dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Open Studio Please join us in the seventh Open Studio of the 2024 residency season at Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture! Presenters for this event include biologist Jamie Cornelius, artist Michelle Swinehart, multidisciplinary artist M. Michelle Illuminato and Author Diane Wilson. This event is free. Registration is required. Sept. 19, 4-6pm. Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Rd., Sisters. Contact: 541-904-0700. inquiries@ roundhousefoundation.org. Free.

THEATER

Last Train to Niborc In this humorous and heartfelt boy-meets-girl romance, two young people meet in 1940 and find themselves navigating through the tough times of a country at war to discover what they have to give up to obtain what their hearts truly desire. Sept. 20, 7pm and Sept. 21, 2-4 and 7-9pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 502-424-3423. info@etcbend. org. $20.

WORDS

Mystery Book Club Join the Mystery Book Club. We will discuss, “Thirty Days of Darkness” by Jenny Lund Madsen. Sept. 18, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Out of This World Book Club Join the Out of This World Book Club! We will discuss “Tress of the Emerald Sea” by Brandon Sanderson. Sept. 23, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Poetry Night at Lone Pine Join for a poetry night at Lone Pine during Apèro Hours. Spoken word with an open mic option. All ages. Wine, beer, bites and of course coffee. Third Saturday of every month, 5:30-8pm. Lone Pine Coffee Roasters, 910 NW Harriman, Bend. Contact: lonepinecoffee@gmail.com. Free.

Secret Bend by Joshua Savage Join Joshua Savage, author of 100 Things to Do in Bend Before You Die, to explore the hidden history of this place we call home. Secret Bend, Oregon: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure weaves together tales from the past with stories from the present. Sept. 21, 5-6pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. $5.

ETC.

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

Vinyl Night Get groovy with a beer and a meal while local DJ Rollin’ Dust works his magic with vinyl. Purchase from a wide selection of ever-changing vinyl music. Every other Monday, 5-8pm. Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7821. info@ imbrewing.com. Free.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

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

Bird Walk Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Amy Sanchez for a bird walk at Paulina Creek Preserve. With ponderosa and lodgepole pine forests, wet and dry meadows, and 3.7 miles of Paulina Creek, the Preserve provides habitat for a wide range of wildlife, making it a fantastic spot for bird watching. Sept. 21, 9am-Noon. Paulina Creek Preserve, Paulina Lake Rd., La Pine. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust. org. Free.

History Wander Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Martha Lussenhop for a history wander at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve and the nearby Camp Polk Cemetery. Camp Polk Meadow Preserve has a long history as a crossroads for Native Americans, explorers, soldiers, and settlers. Today it is known as a local nature preserve. Sept. 21, 10am-1pm. Camp Polk Meadow Preserve, outside Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

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

Santiam Wagon Road Walk Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Leslie Olson to explore the 150-year old Santiam Wagon Road at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Hike back in time and explore the trail today to understand the story of travel and commerce in the high desert. Sept. 18, 9-11am. Whychus Canyon Preserve, outside Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@ deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Whitewater Women Whitewater Women at the Whitewater Park meetup All self identifying women welcome!!! Meet other women paddlers and learn from eachother! No formal instruction, participate at your own risk, this is a community meetup not a course. Beginners welcome!!! Tue, Aug. 27, 5:30-7pm and Tue, Sept. 24, 5:30-7pm. Bend Whitewater Park, 166 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend. Contact: wwpslaydies@gmail.com. Free.

VOLUNTEER

Mentor a Child with an Incarcerated Parent- Fall Training This 3½ hour class covers program policies, Q&A from a current volunteer, how to establish a mentor relationship, the impact incarceration has on families, communication skills, and the stages of a mentoring relationship. There is no cost to attend, but advanced registration is required. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Sept. 21, 9am-12:30pm. Deschutes County Services Center, 1300 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-3886651. copy@deschutes.org. Free. NeighborImpact Volunteer Opportunities Support NeighborImpact and its programs! Click the link below to register as a volunteer, then browse open opportunities. Roles needed: Food Bank (repack, drivers, check-In), HomeSource (co-teachers), facilities (weeding, woodchips, painting), Special Events (empty bowls, foodie crawl, Toys for Tots), and more! Mondays-Fridays. Through Sept. 30. NeighborImpact Office - Redmond, 2303 SW First St., Redmond. Contact: 541-419-2595. grantj@neighborimpact.org. Free.

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

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

Volunteer for foster dogs Volunteer to be a dog foster parent! Help dogs to get adopted after transitioning from shelters to Herding Dog Rescue. There is a huge need and it is very rewarding, giving you a sense of purpose. Each dog is special. Fill out a foster application at www.HDRescueoregon.com Thursdays. Contact: 458-292-8362. HDRescueoregon.com.

Volunteer Mediator Opportunity at Deschutes County Circuit Court The Deschutes County Circuit Court is recruiting volunteers to serve as mediators in landlord-tenant and small claims cases. Mediations occur at the courthouse each Monday and Wednesday at 8am and 12pm. The court will provide support to meet needed qualifications and court procedures training in exchange for volunteer work. Mondays-Wednesdays, 8am-2:30pm. Through Oct. 2. Deschutes County Circuit Court, 1100 NW Bond St, Bend. Contact: 541-388-5325. Free. Volunteer, Feed the Masses! At Family Kitchen, the mission is to serve anyone who needs nutritious meals in a safe and caring environment. They have tons of volunteer needs - servers, cooks, shoppers, and more. Groups and teams wanted! Monthly or quarterly opportunities! Visit familykitchen.org/volunteer to fill out a volunteer interest form. Mondays-Sundays. Family Kitchen, 231 NW Idaho, Bend. Contact: tori@familykitchen.org. Free.

Volunteer: Help Businesses Prosper! Share your professional and business expertise. Become a volunteer mentor with SCORE in Central Oregon. The chapter is growing. Your experience and knowledge will be valued by both new and existing businesses in the community. To apply, call 541-316-0662 or visit centraloregon. score.org/volunteer. Fri, Aug. 26 and Ongoing. Contact: 541-316-0662.

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

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

Wood Stacking Party Roll up your sleeves and help the Deschutes Land Trust stack wood at Rimrock Ranch. We have a wood delivery coming in for Rimrock Ranch and need to get the wood moved and stacked and ready for winter. Get your hands dirty and have fun while making a difference. Sept. 18, Noon-3pm. Rimrock Ranch, outside Sisters, Sisters. Contact: https://09-1824-rr-wood-stacking.eventbrite.com. event@ deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Jungle is a British band formed by London-based producers Josh Lloyd-Watson and Tom McFarland. Catch its dance/electronic tunes on the Equinox stage as one of the headliners for the Cascade Equinox Festival. Sun., Sept. 22, 10:30pm-Midnight at Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.

Courtesy Jungle Facebook

Fest NatureConnect

Activities and Partners

Climbing Activities with Bend Endurance Academy

Bird Craft with Bend Forest School

Climbing Wall with Bend Parks and Recreation District

Spark Quilt with Camp Fire Central Oregon

Pedestrian Safety with Commute Options

Bottle Rockets with Cub Scout Pack 90

Monarch Activities with Deschutes Land Trust

Fire Fighter Challenge with Deschutes National Forest

Leaf Crowns with Deschutes Public Library

Fly Casting with Deschutes Redband Chapter

Leaf Printing with Discover Your Forest

Who Is That Bird? with East Cascades Audubon Society

Nature Craft with Family Resource Center

Crosscut Saw with Heart of Oregon Corps

Nature through the 5 Senses with High Desert Museum

Nature Craft with Juntos Aprendemos

Nature Museum & Cordage with Nighthawk Naturalist School

Adaptive Hand Cycles with Oregon Adaptive Sports

Move Your Mood with Snap Fitness

Wildlife Activities with Sunriver Nature Center

Nature Mandalas with the Environmental Center

Wildlife Puzzles with Think Wild

Watershed Wonders with Upper Deschutes WC

Lotería and Biking with Vámonos Outside

Sensory Station with Wild Wellness

Crazy ‘Bout Cattails with Wildheart Nature School

Treasure Hunt with NatureConnect Central Oregon

Plus Food Carts and an Awesome Raffle!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Our Work

NatureConnect reached hundreds of families in La Pine, Madras, Prineville, and Redmond through our free spring and summer family programs Our programs bring families together in community parks and provide engaging hands-on activities that gets kids excited about nature in their neighborhoods

Schools

By the Numbers

NatureConnect serves as a resource hub for schools who want to bring learning outdoors Our goal is for all students who grow up in Central Oregon to have access to environmental education programs that connect them to places across our community To support this, we provide a range of services including field trip bus funding, teacher workshops, a lending library of field equipment, and one-stop-shopping for program information for teachers We also provide a free NatureHoods program for K-2nd grade students that teaches them how to be scientists who study nature.

Youth Leadership

Our Green Jobs program employed 11 BIPOC high school youth this summer through work experiences with local partners Interns gained experience in program facilitation, wildlife interpretation, risk management, curriculum development, and more.

NatureConnect also provided ongoing training and networking opportunities throughout the summer, which will continue into the 2024-2025 school year

Family Network

nature and formed a stronger bond I now feel like spending time outside will be part of my everyday life.

How did your connection to nature change throughout the intenrship? Rebrand! Read

The internship expanded my view of the place I live in There were many places I didn't know existed and I got to know them and see myself out a lot more

NatureConnect provides ongoing opportunities for our network to collaborate and learn together about diversity, equity, and inclusion topics in our sector Our goal is to bring equitable and inclusive practices into our organizations and programs Our vibrant learning culture allows us to grow togethersharing promising practices, discussing shared challenges, and inspiring each other.

At first it was a bit of a challenge being outside all day every day and I didn't think I could survive. Then I got the hang of it and realized there's so much beauty outside, that there's so much incredible stuff, and I realized how much I had missed Now I really love the outdoors.

High school interns hired by the Green Jobs program

2,551

Hours worked by Green Jobs interns this summer

Field trips funded by the Field Trip Fund

1,453

Students served by the NatureHoods program

Free family programs offered in rural communities

Collaborative meetings/trainings facilitated with our network of partners

Vámonos Outside

Vámonos Outside works to advance an inclusive outdoor culture by providing outdoor recreation opportunities for Latine and BIPOC communities By utilizing the outdoors as a mechanism for personal transformation, we create a lasting impact on individuals and families.

Jugamos Afuera Camp Chica

Jugamos Afuera is a free afterschool program offered at Bear Creek and R.E. Jewell Elementary schools in the fall and spring. The program connects youth with nature in a supportive setting, and focuses on free play and building community

Camp Chica is a bilingual adventure camp for femaleidentifying youth. The program is offered year-round and features afterschool programs, no-school day programs, and summer camps Each week, the chicas explore new locations around Central Oregon

Teen Programs

Vámonos Outside provides several different teen programs - including a winter ski and snowboard program, and a mountain bike program in the spring and fall These programs focus on youth development and building self-confidence by providing challenging yet attainable activities in the outdoors, where youth can take risks and experience accomplishment. Vámonos Outside works to make these programs accessible for youth by offering them at no cost and providing all necessary equipment and transportation

Family Programs

Vámonos Outside provides yearround family programs including our monthly BIPOC climb night at Bend Rock Gym, summer programs in partnership with Juntos Aprendemos, and other outings including camping, fishing, snowshoeing, and rafting

I am so grateful to these programs designed for our kids of color that not only help make these outdoor activities be reachable, but also have mentors who have inspired and motivated our children to be leaders in the community, to support others, and to feel proud of their roots, which is so

By the Numbers

Youth participating in Jugamos Afuera and Camp Chica

70 Days of Camp Chica programming

Teens participating in outdoor recreation programs

346 Family program participants

175

Total days of programs offered last year

Latine and BIPOC program volunteers and interns

Financials

Field Trips/ School Services

Expenses by Program Revenue

Our Supporters

Thank you to all the organizations, businesses, and individuals who support our work! These programs wouldn’t be possible without their partnership and generosity

Major Supporters

Oregon Department of Education

Oregon Community Foundation

Grey Family Foundation

Meyer Memorial Trust

Bend-La Pine School District

U.S. Forest Service

Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife

Mt Bachelor

Bottle Drop

Share Winter Foundation

Redmond School District

Ford Family Foundation

Deschutes National Forest

Ochoco National Forest

Oregon State Parks

High Desert ESD

Bend-La Pine SD

Redmond SD

Crook County SD

Jefferson County SD

Sisters SD

Bend Parks and Rec

Redmond Area Parks & Rec

Mosaic Medical

Bend Forest School

Bend Rock Gym

Boys & Girls Club of Bend

Camp Fire Central Oregon

Cog Wild

Deschutes Land Trust

Discover Your Forest

High Desert Education Service District

Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation

Bend Cultural Tourism Fund

C O Latino Partnership Program

Crook County School District

Oregon State University

Deschutes Brewery

Bend Endurance Academy

The Putnam Foundation

Sisters School District

Pacific Power Foundation

The Dirksen Derby

Wyatt Tigert

The Haven

Cog Wild

The Environmental Center

Friends of the Children

Heart of Oregon Corps

High Desert Museum

Juntos (OSU)

Juntos Aprendemos

Middle Deschutes Watershed Council

Oregon Adaptive Sports

Oregon Wild

Sunriver Nature Center

Think Wild

Trout Unlimited

Upper Deschutes Watershed Council

Total Revenue = $566,883 O u r P a r t n e r s Donate Make your donation to NatureConnect and Vámonos Outside today!

Camp Tamarack

Wildheart Nature School

Fest Raffle!

5 Amazing Prizes...1 Great Cause

Enter the NatureConnect Fest Raffle for a chance to win some incredible prizes while supporting our work of connect kids and families to nature. This year's raffle is an important fundraiser for our organization as we move into our first ever dedicated office space this fall! Funds raised will help us set-up our outdoor gear library and workspace so it can be used across programs, helping build efficiency and support growth of our organization

Prizes:

Mt Bachelor Alpine Season Pass ($1,399 value)

Central Oregon Explorer Package

Camping Package

Naturalist Package School’s Out! Package

$5-10 tickets. Raffle ends 9/29! Buy Tickets here

GROUPS + MEETUPS

45+ Single Mingle & Speed Dating at Bend Wine Bar Join us for an evening of excitement and connection at our Single Mingle and Speed Dating event! Geared towards singles looking to make new connections, this event offers a blend of casual mingling and structured speed dating rounds. Engage in dynamic conversations, share laughter, and who knows – you might find that special connection. Exclusively for those 45 and over, this is your chance to engage in Female to Male Speed Dating. Sept. 20, 6-8pm. Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room. Contact: 541-323-0964.

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

Bend Central District | Bend Together Get ready to join us for a late afternoon filled with engaging connections at the Bend Together event, Co-Hosted by the Bend Central District Initiative Visionary Board and the Bend Central District Business Association! Sept. 24, 4pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. info@openspace. studio. Free.

Bend Parkinson’s Support Group

Monthly Meeting Parkinson’s Support Group Meetings third Wednesday of every month at the Best Western Premier Bend. Patients and caregivers are welcome to join us. These meetings serve as a resource for educational and emotional support. Focusing on providing local services, bridging the gap between medical care and wellness. Fun and engaging! Third Wednesday of every month, 2-3:30pm. Touchmark at Pilot Butte, 1125 NE Watt Way, Bend. Contact: 541-668-6599. jessica@parkinsonsresources.com. Free.

Bend Pinochle Club Come join this group for Single Deck Pinochle in the afternoon. $5 for non-members. If you have any questions or wish for more information please call 541-389-1752. Tuesday, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:30am3pm. Golden Age Card Club, 40 SE 5th St, Bend. Contact: 541-389-1752. Free.

Central Oregon Landwatch | Livable Future Forum This autumn, we’ll explore the qualities that make Central Oregon unique and how our collective action can preserve these features for the future. Each Livable Future Forum event will feature a LandWatch program director in conversation with fellow local experts covering a range of topics. Mon, Sept. 23, 7-9pm, Thu, Oct. 3, 7-9pm and Wed, Nov. 13, 7-9pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. info@openspace. studio. $10-$25.

Civics 101: Civics is for Everybody

Explore the meaning and importance of civic involvement as the means to support a civil democracy. In this civics refresher, we’ll discuss the importance of voting, review Oregon’s governmental structure and discuss types of civic involvement for participants. Faciliated by COCC Political Science Instructor, Judy Stiegler. and SAGE’s Citizen Project. Sept. 18, 6-7:30pm. Downtown Bend Public Library - Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Community Conversations - Choose Your Own Conversation Adventure!

Share your ideas, opinions, and questions. Registration required. Light supper served at 5:00 p.m. Conversation begins at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 24, 5-7pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@ dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Competitive Cribbage Play nine games of cribbage versus nine different opponents. Cash prizes awarded based on number of wins. Mondays, 5-8pm. Abby’s Legendary Pizza, 1115 Northeast Third St., Bend. Contact: 541-5301112. rickyticky1954@gmail.com. $2-$18.

FRIDAY, SEPT 20 AT 7PM

Festival of Voices at Centennial Park Spend the day exploring the diversity of Central Oregon at the Festival of Voices. Performances, cultural demonstrations and food trucks will delight while tables hosted by groups and organizations will invite visitors to learn more about the communities that bring cultural richness to Central Oregon. The festival wraps up with an oath taking by new citizens. Deschutes Public Library’s Festival of Voices seeks to center and amplify the stories and experiences that often go unheard from communities outside the dominant culture while educating the public about the diversity that exists within Central Oregon. Sept. 21, 11am-5pm. Centennial Park, Evergreen, Between 7th and 8th St., Redmond. Contact: https://dpl.libnet.info/event/11126981. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Hysteria Comedy Collective: Comedy Writing Workshop Welcome to Hysteria, a comedy collective open to all female-identifying, trans and non-binary folks. Whether you are a seasoned performer or completely new to the scene, Hysteria invites you to join the community of professional, novice and aspiring stand-up comedians. Its mission is to create a space where there is support for each other’s growth as writers/performers, give and receive feedback on materials and foster a more inclusive, progressive and artistic comedy community. Third Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7pm.

Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. $10.

Lens on Learning: Where Does Our Plastic Go? A Sea Adventure to the Great Pacific Gyre Ocean researcher/world adventurer Willy Kunkle shares insights and observations from his 2020 travels aboard the SV Kwai to the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch,” raising awareness of the massive issue of ghost nets and plastic debris endangering our beautiful One Ocean. Presented by Friends & Neighbors of the Deschutes Canyon Area. Sept. 21, 3-5pm. The Juniper Room at Crooked River Ranch, 5195 Southwest Club House Road, Terrebonne. Contact: fansofdeschutes@gmail.com. Free for FANs members; $5 donation for non-members.

Marijuana Anonymous Marijuana Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share the experience, strength and hope with each other that we may solve our common problem and help others to recover from marijuana addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using marijuana. Entrance on Staats St. Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm. Bend Church, 680 NW Bond Street, Bend. Contact: 541-633-6025. curbdaherb@gmail.com. Free.

Nerd Night Presents: Science Trivia! Nerd Night presents: Science Trivia! Join us in the “Hop Mahal” at Worthy Brewing. Test your science knowledge, win prizes and have fun. Sept. 24, 7-9pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: jake@skeptoid.com. Free.

Open House Join us for our weekly Open House at Hanai! This is a time for you to explore, connect, create, or nourish. We offer yoga mats, books, tea, arts & crafts, and a beautiful space in which to take a pause from your day and reconnect. Tuesdays, 4-7pm. Through Dec. 17. Hanai, 62430 Eagle Rd, Bend. Contact: 541-668-3170. ashlee@hanaifoundation.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT 21 AT 7PM

CALENDAR

Open Hub Singing Join the anciently familiar practice of singing together! All voices welcome and wanted exactly as they are at this free non-performance, non-audition group singing event. Singing is just slow talking! No previous singing experience required. All songs taught through call-and-echo. Expect beautiful, joyous harmonies, rounds, layer songs and more. Wed, Sept. 18, 6:15-7:45pm, Wed, Oct. 9, 6:15-7:45pm and Wed, Nov. 13, 6:15-7:45pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. Contact: 541312-1029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Parkinson’s Support Group Monthly support group for individuals and care partners living with Parkinson’s Disease. This group is casual in nature with opportunities to connect and share. Third Wednesday of every month, 2-3:30pm. Touchmark at Pilot Butte, 1125 NE Watt Way, Bend. Contact: 541-668-6599. jessica@parkinsonsresources.org.

Pokémon Go Spotlight Hour and Golden Lure meetup Come play Pokémon Go with the crew! Meet in front of Bellatazza every Tuesday at 6pm then walk, raid, and catch (‘em all) together until 7pm. New and old players alike are welcomed. More info available in the Niantic Campfire channel. Every 7 days, 6-7pm. Downtown Bend, Downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: 541-279-5726. pokemon.go.central.or@gmail.com. Free.

Redmond Chess Club Redmond Chess Club meets Tuesday evenings at the High Desert Music Hall in Redmond. Come join for an evening of chess! Everyone is welcome. Sets provided or bring your own. Contact Gilbert at 503-490-9596. Tuesdays, 6-9pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. Contact: 503-4909596. raygoza_gilbert@yahoo.com. Free.

Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for Dania Furniture—Sept 19 Join us for a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening celebration for Dania Furniture’s new Bend store! Ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 3:30pm. This festive event will include special promotions, gift with purchase, and an opportunity to win a free stressless wing recliner and ottoman! Sept. 19, 3-4pm. Dania Furniture, 63455 N Hwy 97, Bend. 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. 21 and over event. RSVP Requested.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 Sept. 24, 6-8pm. Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-323-0964.

The 1595 swordfighting club We are The 1595, an international club of martial artists who enjoy fencing and sword practices. Our club is beginner friendly, and you can start fencing on the very first day. We can loan you gear until you acquire a few items of your own. Come Skirmish with us! Tuesdays, 5:15-7:15pm. Through Dec. 17. Bend Masonic Center, 1036 NE Eighth St., Bend. Contact: 541-241-6742. contact@ bend1595.com. Free.

SUNDAY, SEPT 22 AT 7PM

From Los Angeles, Poolside is an American nu-disco and chill wave band formed by Jeffery Paradise and Filip Nikolic. Groove to its dance/electronic tunes on the Equinox stage during the Cascade Equinox Festival. Sat., Sept. 21, 8-9:15pm at Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.

Courtesy Poolside Facebook

Don’t miss your chance to join us for an incredible afternoon filled with live music, mouthwatering soups prepared by talented chefs from the Cascade Culinary Institute, raffle prizes, and the opportunity to take home a beautiful handcrafted bowl.

But that’s not all! You’re also supporting a great cause. All ticket sales directly contribute to support Neighborimpact and our food program.

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

Trivia Tuesdays! Bring your crew and show everyone how much you know about stuff! Cheap beer, good food, and fun prizes! Every Tuesday at Immersion Brewing in the Box Factory. Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7821. info@ imbrewing.com. Free.

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

FUNDRAISING

Central Oregon Shakedown Car & Bike Show Patriot Pinup, Inc. presents the Central Oregon Shakedown Car and Bike Show. Join the party for BBQ, raffles, vendors, pinup contest, music by the Kristi Kinsey Band, and Sweet Red and the Hot Rod Billies, and lots of beautiful vintage cars and bikes! Sept. 21, 8am-4pm. Redmond Oregon VFW Post 4108, 491 SW Veterans Way, Redmond. Contact: 503-550-1602. patriotpinupOR@yahoo.com. Free.

Enter Think Wild’s Chili Cookoff! Think you’ve got the wildest chili or soup recipe? We’re seeking home cooks to enter Think Wild’s Chili Cookoff on Saturday, November 16! Contestants should plan to provide enough chili for 50-100 2-3 oz samples, and be prepared to list possible allergens. We look forward to tasting your chili! Mondays, 12-12:01pm. Through Nov. 9. Aspen Hall, 18920 Northwest Shevlin Park Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-668-6165. info@thinkwildco.org. Free.

Groundswell : Compassion Into Action

Annual fundraising event for The Peaceful Presence Project! Support equitable, compassionate end-of-life care in our community and across the country! Live music with Jenner Fox, stories of our impact in the community, silent auction and more! Sept. 21, 4-6:30pm. Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend. Contact: 541-293-8636. info@ thepeacefulpresenceproject.org. $55.

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

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

One Year Anniversary Parking Lot Party Join us for our 1-Year Anniversary Party! Enjoy cool vendors like Avid Cider, Kona Ice, Sparkle Strands, Bend Pet Express, and more. CCREW will bring adoptable cats, and our Cat Room will host short visits for all ages. It’s a PAWsome, family-friendly event—free and open to all ages! Sept. 21, 10am-1pm. Playful Paws Cat Cafe, 1465 SW Knoll Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-728-3871. meow@playfulpawscatcafe.com. Free.

EVENTS + MARKETS

16th Annual Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktoberfest Celebration Mark your calendars for the 16th annual Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktobrfest Celebration! Music, games, beers/ciders, fun house for the kids and plenty of opportunities to volunteer. Contact Amber Wilson (amber. wilson@guildmortgage.net) or Barb Lutz (barb. lutz80@gmail.com) for more information. We would love 100% participation in some form or another. The Kiwanis version is heavier on the rock and local fare and still slightly inspired by the cuisine and beverages compared to the original style of Oktoberfest, hence the name R’Oktoberfest! Sept. 21, 2-9pm. Wild Ride Brewing, 332 SW Fifth St., Redmond. Free. Bazaar Fundraiser for Palestine and Congo! Looking to support local artists and an important cause? Cheap clothing items, art, and more will be sold, all funds going to Palestinian and Congolese relief organizations! Come check us out! Sept. 22, 3-5pm. Pleasant Ridge Community Hall, 7067 SW Canal Blvd., Redmond, Redmond. Contact: 458-206-5352. ekeeger@ gmail.com. Free.

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

Northwest Crossing Farmers Market

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

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

Third Thursday in Northwest Crossing! Third Thursdays in Northwest Crossing anchored at The Grove Market Hall! Art, music and community! Every month, Third Thursday. Third Thursday of every month, 5-8pm. The Grove, 921 NW Mt. Washington Drive, Bend. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

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

Fall and Winter Kids Camp Registration Opens! Registration for fall and winter Kids Camps will open online on this day at 6am. For more information visit highdesertmuseum. org/kids-camp. Sept. 24, 6-8am. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free.

Family Night Trivia Join Craft Kitchen and Brewery for Family Trivia Night. Form teams as a family and put your knowledge to the test. There will be multiple rounds with questions ranging among the different age groups. A little something for everyone! This event is free to attend. It starts at 6pm, but feel free to show up early to grab dinner and drinks before the fun begins! Third Friday of every month, 6-8pm. Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave #103, Bend. Contact: 541-668-1766. Free.

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

Kid’s Night Out Drop off the kids ages 4-12 for a fun time at Kids Night Out! Pizza, games and jumping from 6-9pm. Purchase tickets online ahead of time as space is limited. Adult staff does roll-call 4 times per night, Kids remain on-site until pickup. Fridays, 7-9pm. Mountain Air Trampoline Park, 20495 Murray Road, Bend. Contact: 541-647-1409. info@mountainairbend.com. $30.

Kids Falling for Nature Bring the kids and join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin of East Cascades Audubon Society for a fall nature exploration! Explore the pine forests of the Metolius Preserve and search for woodpeckers and the obvious signs they leave behind. Sept. 21, 1-3pm. Metolius Preserve, near Camp Sherman, Sisters. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Rainbow Family Night Monthly event for LGBTQIA+ families at the library! Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with an interactive storytime and crafts. This event will highlight newly published LGBTQIA+ books for the whole family, snacks and drinks provided. DTB Library Brooks room. More Info erinh@deschuteslibrary.org Thu, June 20, 5:30-6:30pm, Thu, July 18, 5:306:30pm, Thu, Aug. 15, 5:30-6:30pm and Thu, Sept. 19, 5:30-6:30pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Free.

Registration for Wildheart Green Witches Cauldron Carriers Girls will get creative with skits, stories, art, group conversations, poetry and create their own nature-based apothecaries using local herbs. Registration is open. Payment Plans and Sibling Discounts available. Saturdays and Thursday evenings, September - December. Girls ages 8-12. To find out more or to register go to www.wildheartnatureschool. com Saturdays, 9:30am-3:30pm. Through Sept. 21. Skyliners Lodge, 16125 Skyliners Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-625-0273. $427 + Materials.

FOOD + DRINK

Fried Chicken Thursdays Fried Chicken Thursdays at Flights Wine Bar! Dine in with a 2-piece plate with sides and a biscuit for $21 or take an 8-piece bucket and a bottle to-go! Upgrade to the “Balla Bucket” to get a selected bottle of champagne. Thursdays, 3-9pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@gmail.com. $21. Harvest Dinner & Music Series at Wild Rye The Harvest Dinner Series is an exceptional culinary event led by Executive Chef Karl Holl. Celebrate the bounty of the season with a menu crafted with the freshest locally sourced ingredients from local artisans, all prepared and served over an outdoor spitfire. Sundays, 4-9pm. Through Sept. 29. Brasada Ranch, 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd, Powell Butte. $68. Pranom Thai Street Food Pop-Up The Pranom Thai Street Food Pop-up returns for 3 nights, 5pm until sold out! LA and Austin based Chef, Dream Kasestatad, has been featured in the LA Weekly and Eater, and an AmazonPrime movie, The Noodle Man. Different menu each night, meat and vegan options available. Get in line early! Mon, Sept. 16, 5-7:30pm, Tue, Sept. 17, 5-7:30pm and Wed, Sept. 18, 5-7:30pm. Boss Rambler Beer Club, 1009 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Free. Seed to Table Fall Farm Tours Immerse yourself in the journey of growing 100,000 pounds of vegetables on four acres alongside our incredible farmers! Seed to Table’s team is excited to welcome our community to the Sisters based farm for group tours. Sat, Sept. 21, 10-11am and Tue, Sept. 24, 10-11am. Seed to Table Farm, 998 E Black Butte Ave., Sisters. Contact: 541-203-0152. office@seedtotablesisters.org. Free.

BEER + DRINK

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

$3 Pints for Monday Night Football $3 Pints! Featuring a different brewery (and sometimes cidery) every week and swag giveaways. Six big screen TVs (2 are outside). Mondays, 5pm. Through Dec. 31. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Free.

Indie-folk singer-songwriter Haley Heynderickx draws from a wide array of influences to create her authentic music style. Heynderickx is set to perform with Boise-based Nick Delffs on stage in Sisters. Sun., Sep. 22, 7-10pm at The Belfry.

Courtesy Haley Heynderickx Facebook

www.myco.vision mothermarymyco@gmail.com 458-666-3544

Offering sessions for Individuals, Couples and Groups in Bend.

By Savannah Mendoza

A Night of Joyous Music with The Mavericks Lead guitarist

Eddie Perez talks about the band’s evolution and the magic of its latest album, “Moon & Stars”

The Mavericks, a band known for its unique fusion of country, rock and Latin sounds, is getting set to take the stage at Hayden Homes Amphitheater on Sat., Sept. 28 as special guests for Dwight Yoakam. Lead guitarist Eddie Perez shares insights on the band’s creative evolution and its latest album, “Moon & Stars.” Answers are edited for concision and clarity.

Source Weekly: The Mavericks have been known for blending so many musical styles. How do you and the band continue to push those creative boundaries, particularly with your latest album, “Moon & Stars”?

Eddie Perez: As artists, we’re always wanting to do something new. It’s about evolving and staying inspired, and one way to do that is by pushing yourself and expanding your creative parameters. I’ve always said that The Mavericks, in my experience, have been a musical art piece from one record to the next. We draw from a wide range of influences – whether it’s other music, films or things that are happening in our world. In terms of genres, I just tell people we make joyous music, because that’s our intention and one of the biggest things that keeps us moving forward.

SW: You’ve been with the band for many years now. How has your role evolved, and how do you contribute to the band’s diverse sound?

EP: My first run with the band was from 2003 to 2005, where I was mostly just stepping in as the guitarist. I didn’t feel I had much creative input at that time. But when the band reformed in 2012, I had more space to collaborate, express myself creatively and bring more of my artistry to the music. Each member brings a different vibe, and that’s what makes our dynamic as a band so unique. Over the last 13 years, I’ve found more room to infuse my spirit into the music, and Raul Malo and I have grown closer as musical partners. We’ve made eight records together; we work hard, and we love what we do.

SW: What’s been your most memorable moment with The Mavericks?

EP: There have been many, but going to the Grammys stands out. Over the past 12 years, we’ve been nominated twice. Being recognized by your peers and the industry, those are really special times. Those moments

at the Grammys are highlights I’ll never forget.

SW: The band has recorded in unique places. How does the environment, like the studios in Santa Fe and Louisiana for “Moon & Stars,” affect your creative process?

EP: Environment plays a huge role in the creative process. I’ve always romanticized stories of bands like The Rolling Stones recording in the south of France and Paul McCartney in Lagos. For “Moon & Stars,” we found time during our tours to record in different locations like Santa Fe and Louisiana. Being immersed in those places – the people, food and culture – definitely influenced the music. It's like using the right ingredients; everything comes together in a unique way, and I am really proud of this record.

SW: The “Moon & Stars” record has been described as “a collection of tales from the universe.” Could you tell us more about how that concept and how it ties into The Mavericks’ identity?

EP: As artists, we’re trying to create something out of thin air, hoping the songs and melodies resonate with people. With this album, a lot of it felt like it just fell into place. After 30 years of music, we needed new songs and new energy to keep us moving forward. This album felt magical and is one of my new favorites.

The Mavericks Sat., Sep. 28, 6pm Hayden Homes Amphitheater 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend bendconcerts.com/events/event/dwightyoakam-the-mavericks $54-$188

The Mavericks are an Americana band that consists of Raul Malo (lead vocals, bass guitar), Paul Deakin (drums), Eddie Perez (lead guitar) and Jerry Dale McFadden (keyboards).

David McClister

Cocktail Tasting You know we started serving canned cocktails, right? Dying to know if they are any good? Well, you can join us for our Summer Send Off party and try them! 10 Barrel will be with us giving free samples of the goods. Live Reggae Music by DuBb Central 6pm-8pm. Sept. 21, 5-7pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Free.

Crowley Wines 2022 Pre-Release

Party Exclusive pre-release tasting of Crowley Wine’s 2022 vintage, including 2 Chardonnays and 3 Pinot Noirs. Be the first to taste these new releases before they hit the market. Crowley Co-owner Evan Roberts will be on hand to answer questions and pour comparative flights or by-the-glass pours of these incredible wines. Sept. 19, 4:30-7:30pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541-299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. Price varies by purchase.

Green Bay Packer Football Attention all Packers fans: catch every Packer game with sound at Bangers and Brew Redmond. Open early for 10am games. WI cheese curds, brats, full bar and 12 taps. Prizes and family-friendly. Sunday NFL Ticket. All welcome Monday/Thursday and Sunday games. Fri, Sept. 6, 4pm, Sun, Sept. 15, 10am, Sun, Sept. 22, 10am and Sun, Sept. 29, 8am. Bangers & Brews Redmond, 827 SW 7th St, Redmond. Free..

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

Locals’ Night at WaypointBBC Locals’ Night at WaypointBBC! $5 draft beer, $8 house red and white wine and $8 specialty cocktail. Tuesdays, Noon-10pm. Waypoint, 921 NW Mt Washington Drive, Bend. Contact: 458-206-0826. Waypointbbc@gmail.com. Free.

Munich Mondays: $1 Off Liters Prost! Join for Munich Mondays! Get your favorite German Bier in a 1L mug for $1 off normal pricing. Full menu and amazing beer all day. Mondays, 3-10pm. Prost! Bend, 40 SW Century Dr. #140, Bend. Contact: info@prostbend.com.

Wine Tasting Every Third Thursday

Our resident wine expert, David, will be pouring hand-selected wines from across Oregon and around the globe. He’ll introduce you to new grapes, producers and styles. He will help you select unique and exceptional wines from a continually rotating selection. Stop by anytime between 5-7p. Third Thursday of every month, 5-7pm. West Coast Provisions, 2735 NW Crossing Dr., Bend. Free.

Fall Equinox Ritual and Sound

Bath This fall marks a new beginning in relationships. How “We” listen and respect each other will build connection and harmony. We move from ”I” to “We” remembering and being in gratitude to our individual growth and how “I” makes a difference to evolve the collective “We”. No experience necessary. Sept. 22, 7-8:15pm. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA230, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga.com. $25. Fall Equinox Semi Private Crystal Sound Bath Celebrate the Fall Equinox and this very important time of the year with a cleansing and rejuvenating crystal sound bath and ceremony. Join Sirah Kreitzer of Ezra Alya in her healing home in Bend Or surrounded by plants, crystals, cats, and high vibrational energy in this semi-private setting. Sept. 22, 2pm. EzraAlya, 1733 NE Woodridge Lane, Bend. Contact: 541-668-1716. sirahkreitzer@gmail.com. $122.

Family Yoga Classes Partner up with your kid-yogis to practice yoga and mindfulness together! We teach kid-friendly yoga sequences, partner poses, and acro-yoga while introducing breathing techniques and mindfulness practices. 6-week series, age 5 - 8 plus parent/caregiver.

Worthy Garden Harvest

Dinner A six course farm to table fine dining experience! Sept. 22, 5-8pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-323-0964.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

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

Amplify Your Life Growth Summit

The only live event designed to help you see significant results in less than one year. This is not just an event – it’s a guided immersive experience to help you get significant results that actually move the needle in your life, health, relationships, leadership, and business. Sept. 20, 6pm and Sept. 21, 9am-6pm. Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: hello@carmenohling.com. $599.

Bend Zen meditation group Join Bend Zen for silent meditation sessions on Monday evenings in Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church. Look for Bend Zen signs to guide you to the entrance. Arrive by 6:45 for a 7pm start. The class offers two 25-minute sits, walking meditation, and a member-led dharma discussion. Mondays, 6-8pm. Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St., Bend. Contact: bendzensitting@ gmail.com. Free.

Centered Yoga for Nervous System

Health Centered Yoga offers a slow, mindful, and individualized approach in the Viniyoga tradition. This breath-centric, therapeutic practice prioritizes building resilience and mental well-being over fitness, teaching you how to shift the states of your mind and body back toward center regardless of what is happening in the storms around you. Wednesdays, 9-10am. Contact: 541-420-9020. brandyberlin@gmail.com. $5-$17 sliding scale.

Do Nothing And Chillax Crystal Sound

Bath At Nature’s Bling Immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of Sirah/ Ezra’s 7 chakra colored, quartz crystal singing bowls and let go of anything that has been bothering you. This in-person event is a way to allow your body and mind to come down naturally from life’s stressors. Sept. 18, 6:30-8pm. Nature’s Bling, 133 SW Century Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-668-1716. sirahkreitzer@gmail.com. $22-$33.

Thursdays, 4:15-5:15pm. Through June 19. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $138 per 6-weeks.

Forest Bathing Experience rest, rejuvenation, and reconnect to nature’s tranquility through guided forest bathing. We’ll begin with a guided meditation deepening into each of the senses, and then you’ll be led through a series of invitations that offer the opportunity for deeper relaxation and connection with ourselves and the earth. Sept. 21, 1-3pm. Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend. Contact: mindy@rootedpresence.com. $35.

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

Get There Car Free Challenge 2024 The Get There Car Free Challenge is happening Sept. 16–22! Ready to win prizes, save money, boost your health, and reduce your carbon footprint by improving your commute. Join the Oregon Get There Car Free Challenge, Sept. 16–22. Take the pledge and log your trips to win prizes. Every 7 days, Midnight. Contact: 541-408-6111. kim@ commuteoptions.org. Free.

Kiatsu: Introductory Course Kiatsu is the Japanese art of pressing with Ki to stimulate the body’s natural ability to revitalize. Learn to: correct your posture, press parts of the body to enhance well-being, develop mental and physical calmness, and activate your living power. This is the first class of a six week course. Sept. 21, 11:30am-12:30pm. Oregon Ki Society Bend Dojo, 20685 Carmen Loop, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-350-7887. cfhc@hotmail.com. $85.

Pilates Instructor Training - Movement Principles This course is designed for both new and experienced instructors to refine their understanding of the body in motion. It provides the foundational knowledge necessary for you to understand fundamental movement and become a truly transformative instructor. Taught by Deb Bowen, Balanced Body Educator. Fri, Sept. 20, 2-6pm, Sat, Sept. 21, 9am-5pm and Sun, Sept. 22, 10am-2pm. Bend Pilates, 155 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-647-0876. debby@ bendpilates.net. $49.

Prenatal Yoga Prepares the body and mind for labor, birth and new motherhood. Emphasis is placed on building strength, channeling the power of the breath, and connecting to intuition. Suitable for women in any stage of pregnancy, as long as you feel good practicing and your care provider approves. Please pre-register. Tuesdays, 9-10am. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA230, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga. com. $20.

Shala Breathwork Shake off the weekend and let go of the expectations for the upcoming week with breathwork at Yoga Shala Bend! Join Whitney as she guides participants through a beautiful breathing meditation with music! Sundays, 6:15-7:15pm. Yoga Shala Bend, 806 NW Brooks St. Suite 200, Bend. Contact: 208-4096028. breathewithwhitney@gmail.com. $20. Sit Spot Community Gathering & Meditation: A Mini Forest Bathing Experience This experience focuses on coming together in community and enjoying the peace of the forest. It includes a brief sensory opening meditation, 20-30 minutes to enjoy a solo “sit spot,” a core forest bathing invitation for reducing stress and reconnecting to nature, and an optional closing sharing circle. Registration required. Sept. 19, 1-2pm and Sept. 20, 6-7pm. Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend. Contact: mindy@rootedpresence.com. Free.

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

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

Yoga in Orchard Park Join Bend Hot Yoga for a 60-minute Vinyasa Yoga class in the shade at Orchard Park! Bring a mat and water. Enjoy the sounds of the surroundings as we flow through standing poses and make our way down to the mat for floor poses and relaxation. Please pre-register! Tuesdays, Noon-1pm. Through Sept. 24. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA230, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga. com. $20.

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

Texas-based musician, Red Shahan, is known for his captivating blend of Americana, folk and rock music. Shahan enchants audiences with his soulful voice and raw, honest songwriting. Sat., Sep. 21, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub.

Courtesy Red Shahan Facebook

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A Dose of Wellness at NW Raw West side juice bar offers bowls, smoothie bowls, salads, waffles and

so much more

By Nicole Vulcan

It’s that sneaky time of year — not quite hot-hot summer, not quite chilly fall, and for whatever reason, the sniffles and sneezes seem to be popping up all over the place. Maybe it’s the lingering smoke, or the waning levels of vitamin D from a sun starting to hide earlier and earlier in the day, but when the sicknesses of other people start to circle around, my mantra is: Get some wellness in thee. Immune boosters, plenty of sleep… and for mealtime, a little more focus on the healthful side.

That’s what led me this week to visit NW Raw, the organic, raw, plant-based eatery located at the Westside Yard off Century Drive on Bend’s west side. Owners Web and Karen Staunton had another location in Ashland that opened before the Bend location, but that has since closed. The Bend spot opened just over a year ago, and it’s been on my list of places to try for breakfast or lunch. I shouldn’t have waited this long.

Open from 8 am to 6 pm Tuesday through Saturday and till 3 pm on Sundays, the focus here is on menu items for breakfast and lunch — smoothies, smoothie bowls, cold-pressed juices, waffles, bowls and salads. Walking in from the entrance by the parking lot, I was instantly greeted by the lineup of juices and shots, including the Wellness Shot — ideal for this type of day. Featuring apple, orange, lemon, cayenne, ginger and garlic, that little glass bottle had plenty of potential for boosting my immune system, but with its zingy dose of fresh ginger, it certainly perked me up.

It being almost fall, I wasn’t quite in the salad mood; nor was I ready for a fullon dose of carbaliciousness, so I found the hearty middle ground: the Rainier bowl, which starts out with ribbons of zucchini “zoodles.” The raw noodles are topped with a wealth of yummy ingredients, including pesto, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and a pine nut and sage walnut crumble. On the side comes a ramekin of cashew cream. All of that

combined made for a fresh, hearty and filling meal, of which I took half home.

Discuss raw, vegan meals in certain circles, and you’re sure to hear gripes about them not being filling or flavorful enough, but that’s a far cry from what you get here. The pine nut and sage walnut crumble, set along the bottom of the plate, offered just the right amount of heartiness to the raw noodles. The mix of fresh pesto and cashew cream gave the dish an unexpected richness. It hit the spot.

Also popular among the bowls is the Dirtbag, a bowl served warm with black beans, quinoa, guacamole, cherry tomatoes, cilantro and green onion, and more cashew sauce — this one nacho-style. The staff identified that as a big seller, but visitors don’t have to do a lot of guesswork to find out what’s popular on the NW Raw menu, since the hot sellers are labeled with a little leaf icon.

Wellness shots and cold-pressed juices — thought to hold onto more vitamins, minerals and enzymes, because they’re not exposed to heat — aren’t the only drinks on offer here, either. Get a wheatgrass, ginger or Blazer – a shot featuring wheatgrass and “liquid light” to focus on the wellness, or turn a lunch in to happy hour by partaking in one of the cocktails that come “boozy” or “botanical,” depending on your preference. The Peak is a vanilla margarita with vanilla bean, lime and optional tequila. The Traverse (are you picking up on a mountain theme?) is a coconut pouchang (Chinese green tea) agave milk tea that comes with optional vodka.

NW Raw Organic Juice Bar

210 SW Century Dr., Bend Open Tue-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 8am-3pm 541-668-7334 nwraw.com

Photos by Nicole Vulcan

The Wellness Shot, formed from ingredients thought to boost the immune system.

NW Raw’s Rainier bowl features raw zucchini

“zoodles” and a rich, hearty combo of cashew cream, pesto and a pine nut/walnut crumble.

The interior space at NW Raw.

LITTLE BITES

By Nicole Vulcan

Manzanita Grill Competes in Chicken Sando Challenge

Manzanita Grill, a local favorite that was a winner of Best Food Cart in the Source Weekly’s annual Restaurant Guide, is competing for a national award and a cash prize. Manzanita Grill is now in the semi-finals of the Artesano Official Chicken Sandwich Challenge, put on by the baker Artesano.

“Through this exciting competition, local chicken sandwich aficionados from across the nation are putting their distinct, regionally inspired spin on the Official Bun of the Chicken Sandwich,” described a press release from Artesano, a brand under the Bimbo Bakeries profile.

The competition started earlier this month, featuring eight chicken-sandwich makers. Four remain, including Manzanita, with its Hot Berry sandwich. That sandwich features crispy chicken, pickles, honey

and, of course, berries. The first round of voting took place through September 13, with the second round open through Friday, September 20. People can vote for their favorite sandwich at officialchickensandwichchallenge. com. The winner will be announced during National Chicken Sandwich Day on November 9. The winner gets a $20,000 grand prize.

A New Sandwich Concept for Crosscut

Anew sandwich truck has opened at Crosscut Warming Hut, taking the place of the Gyro Power cart that served customers for the past four years. Cliff Abrahams is the chef behind Eight Hands Hospitality, the company operating all of the trucks at Crosscut, including the pizza cart Abe Capanna’s, Bluma’s Chicken and Waffles and now the new place, Eight Hands Sandos, Salads.

“We always had the sandwich thing in our back pocket,” Abrahams told the Source Weekly. Eight Hands serves its sandwiches on Big Ed’s bread. It also slices its own meats and roasts its own ribeye for its version of the Italian Hot Beef, Abrahams said. Other sandwiches include a Turkey Club, an Italian Cold Cut Combo, BLT and a Veggie & Hummus.

“It’s just more of a fun, food truck concept that’s got a pop, straightforward classic feel, like your grandma would make,” Abrahams said. The truck opened this month, a few short days after Gyro Power closed. As the team discovers what sells, they’ll shift the menu until they land on eight mainstay sandwiches — in keeping with the “eight” theme of the name. That name, and Eight Hands

Hospitality, is a nod to Abrahams’ family; it’s the number of hands that he, his wife and their two kids have combined.

Eight Hands Sandos, Salads

At Crosscut Warming Hut

566 SW Mill View Way, Bend 541-205-9077

8handshospitality.com

The Italian Cold Cut Combo features salami, pepperoni, hot capicola, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, onions and Italian vinaigrette on a Big Ed’s baguette.

Courtesy Cliff Abrahams

Courtesy Artesano

Mocktail & Cocktail week

September 18-24

7 DAYS $10 COCKTAILS & MOCKTAILS

Get ready for an ENTIRE WEEK of specially crafted cocktails & mocktails mixed by the best bartenders in town.

… and get this, they’re only $10 each! THE LIQUOR STORE IN PRESENTED BY

OUR PARTICIPANTS:

Liquor Store in Newport Avenue Market

Cheba Hut

Crux Fermentation Project

Dear Mom Cafe

The Dez Lounge

El Rancho Grande

Five Miles Taphouse

Jackson’s Corner

Lady Bird Cultural Society

Neighbor Rotisserie Portello Wine & Spirits

The Hideaway Bend and Redmond

Rancho South Wayfarer Tumalo Feed Co.

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Cheba Hut

Fresh Blackberry Lemonade

Ole smoky blackberry moonshine, muddled fresh blackberries and lemonade.

1288 SW Simpson Ave L, Bend

Crux Fermentation Project Frozen Industrial Punch

This frozen Bourbon based cocktail is made with real black cherry juice set off with lemon and a few dashes of black walnut bitters. Garnished with Bordeaux cherry and lemon.

Dear Mom Cafe

Missed Call

Mezcal Monte Alban, Dolin Dry

Vermouth Pineapple juice, Lemon juice and Togarashi strip.

320 SW Century Dr #410, Bend

50 SW Division St, Bend

Five Miles Taphouse

Clarified Whiskey Sour

This crystal-clear cocktail features Crater Lake Reserve Rye whiskey artfully clarified. The perfectly balanced sour notes are complemented by a luscious float of local red wine, creating a striking visual contrast and a flavor experience that is bright, bold, and slightly fruity. It's a true homage to local craftsmanship, offering both excellence and depth with every sip. This drink is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts seeking a refined yet bold experience.

639 SW 8th St, Redmond

The Hideaway Bend & Redmond

Blood Moon Sour

A bold yet refreshing mix of New Basin Strong Whiskey and tangy blood orange purée, balanced by a squeeze of lemon and a hint of simple syrup. Angostura bitters add warmth, while the lemon and Bordeaux cherry garnish bring a bright finish to this perfectly shaken cocktail.

939 SE 2nd St, Bend

507 SW 8th St, Redmond

COCKTAILS Part 2

Jackson's Corner

Sweater Season Punch

Marionberry cordial, black tea, Loire Valley white wine, Douglas Fir bitters, bourbon soaked Luxardo cherry.

845 NW Delaware Ave, Bend

Lady Bird Cultural Society

Spicy Mezcal Sangrita Oyster Shooter

A beautiful, tasty Luna Bella oyster served a preserved lemon-carrot mignonette perched atop a spicy mezcal spiked housemade sangrita mix of wood fired peppers, tomatoes, carrots and citrus.

375 SW Powerhouse Dr #130, Bend

Neighbor Rotisserie

Negroni Bianco

London Dry Gin, Luxardo Bitter Bianco, Blanc Vermouth, Salt, Grapefruit.

1004 NW Newport Ave, Bend

Portello Wine & Spirits

Smoked Maple Bacon Old Fashioned

A bold twist on the classic Old Fashioned, this cocktail is smoked to perfection before serving. Featuring bourbon maple syrup handcrafted by Bend’s own Oregon Spirit Distillers, Buffalo Trace bourbon, and bitters, it's finished with a crispy candied bacon garnish. The smoky aroma and maple sweetness balance with savory warmth, served over a large ice cube for a smooth, unforgettable experience.

2754 NW Crossing Dr # 104, Bend

El Rancho Grande/Rancho South Flavored Margarita

63455 N Hwy 97 #23, Bend

19550 Amber Meadow Dr Suite #120, Bend

A mixture of Gold Tequila, Triple Sec, and the flavor of your choice, Shaken and poured with a salted rim. Available flavors are: Watermelon, Raspberry, Blackberry and Strawberry. El Rancho Grande/Rancho South Rancho Water

Casamigos Tequila, fresh squeezed lime

63455 N Hwy 97 #23, Bend

19550 Amber Meadow Dr Suite #120, Bend

Tumalo Feed Co.

Lavendar Lemondrop Jartini

House infused lavender simple syrup, Vodka, Fresh Lemon and a sugar rim.

64619 US-20, Tumalo

Wayfarer Euphoria Pear

This fall-ready dry pear cocktail highlights the floral and fruity characteristics of blanc vermouth with a bright kick of ginger and lime, plus functional herbals from Anima Mundi.

525 SW 6th St, Redmond

MOCKTAILS

Crux Fermentation Project

Peach Basil Spritz

This spritzy mocktail is made with both peach juice & nectar, blood oranges and basil syrup for a botanical twist. Garnished with fresh basil.

50 SW Division St, Bend

The Dez Lounge

Tarragon Cherry Old Fashioned - Spritz Featuring Curious Elixirs #5, fresh tarragon and sparkling water.

643 NW Colorado Ave, Bend

The Hideaway Pumpkin Juice Elixir

A magical autumn blend, fit for any wizard. Muddled lime and pumpkin purée meet a swirl of orange juice and cinnamon, shaken to perfection. Topped with a fiery splash of ginger beer and garnished with a cinnamon stick, this potion is sure to warm the soul.

939 SE 2nd St, Bend

507 SW 8th St, Redmond

Neighbor Rotisserie Zero Proof Negroni Bianco

Ritual Non Alcoholic Gin, Roots Divino Bianco, Martini & Rossi Floreale, Grapefruit Oil.

1004 NW Newport Ave, Bend

Stop by the Liquor Store in Newport Avenue Market and let their “spirit guides” take you on a fall beverage journey. They have everything you need to bring these delicious drinks to life in the comfort of your own home!

*disclaimer* Newport Avenue Market will not be serving or sampling these drinks.

Pear Sour

Get ready to impress your taste buds with our amazing Pear Sour recipe. Swing by the Liquor Store in Newport Ave. Market, where our fantastic staff will guide you to all the essentials for a fantastic happy hour at home. You'll need: 2 oz. of your preferred tequila, 1.5 oz. of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 3 oz. of luscious pear nectar, 2 teaspoons of Collins bar sugar. Shake ingredients without ice until foam forms, then add ice and keep shaking until perfectly chilled. Pour over ice or straight up in a martini glass. Add a dried pear slice as a garnish for that extra flair. Get ready to take your mixology skills to the next level and relish every single sip of this delightful concoction. Cheers to a fantastic homemade happy hour!

Apple Pie Old Fashioned

Welcome to the Liquor Store at Newport Ave. Market, your go-to destination for all your cocktail needs. Get ready to craft this incredible Apple Pie Old Fashioned cocktail. Here's what you'll need: 1.5 oz of the delightful Oregon Moonshine Apple Pie, 1.5 oz of your preferred Whiskey, 3-5 dashes of your most loved bitters. Once you've added ice, give it a good stir until it's perfectly chilled, then strain it over an ice sphere or cube. Finally, top it off with a twist of orange peel. Get ready to savor your very own happy hour at home and cheers to fantastic drinks!

Pear Lemonade

The Liquor Store in Newport Ave. Market is excited to share a fantastic non-alcoholic beverage recipe with you! Try our refreshing Pear Lemonade: 3 oz. Pear nectar, 4oz. Lemonade or sparkling lemonade. Don't forget to garnish with a dried pear slice! And remember, Newport Ave. Market is your ultimate destination for all your at-home happy hour needs. Cheers to delicious drinks and good times from your go-to place!

CULTURE

One thing that’s always been a bit difficult about the theater scene in Bend: it can sometimes be hard to find the audience for certain kinds of shows. If it’s a musical, a Neil Simon comedy or something extremely well known, Bend turns up for it most of the time. If it’s lesser known, new or something dark and heavy, it can be a challenge to get butts in seats. So, every time I see a local theater company trying something new, I applaud them, because putting on a play that doesn’t have a built-in audience is a gamble, especially when most theaters post-Covid operate on a very thin margin.

It was refreshing and exciting to get to see a tech rehearsal for Ellipse Theater Community’s newest production, “Last Train to Nibroc,” a play that I was completely unfamiliar with before sitting down for it. Directed by Jeannie Whittle and starring Paige Bevando and Nathan Kristjanson, the show follows May and Raleigh, a young man and woman who meet on a train headed to Chicago from California in the early days of WWII. We follow these two over several years as they dance in and out of each other’s lives and deal with the realities of life during wartime, the painful acceptance of dreams deferred and the tiny, intimate moments that build a relationship.

Playwright Arlene Hutton found her inspiration for “Last Train to Nibroc” in a fairly unlikely place: reading a biography of writer S.J. Perelman, who was brother-in-law to “The Day of the Locust” writer Nathaniel West. Hutton realized that West and F. Scott Fitzgerald both had died within a few days of each other, and their bodies were probably on the same train being carried from the West to East Coast. She created two young characters on a desperate search for their dreams and put them on that fictional train to see what being in the proximity of two fallen legends would do to them. After a

Love and Other World Wars ‘Last Train to Nibroc’ tours Central Oregon

By Jared Rasic

successful run off-Broadway, the rest is history.

Told in three scenes across three locations — a train seat, a park bench and a porch rocker — “Nibroc” as a show is carried completely by the two actors who not only find the difficult rhythms inherent in a two-handed production, but add enough layers of flawed humanity for the audience to not just find pieces of their own

lives in the story, but to maybe even understand their parents or grandparents a little bit better.

Just one main set piece is reinvented to play the different locations. With black curtains gently acting as the borders for these characters to exist between, “Nibroc” feels like genuine black box theater — something that I know Bend audiences have been missing for some time. When you have two dedicated performers inhabiting characters beautifully, and a strong script that creates the world they’re living inside, surrounding them with minimal sets and props for a black box show can be even more transportive. And with Tracy Miller’s actual period costumes, it’s hard not to imagine yourself in the 1940s.

“Our play deals with a time in our history where we were in a world war and how it affects the lives of everyone,” says Whittle. “I see this as sort of a parallel to our current lives, with the events our world has experienced for the past 23 years. The takeaway is how we handle the unexpected things that are handed to us by events beyond our control.”

Another very cool thing ETC is doing with “Nibroc” is that they aren’t just limiting the production to Bend. Instead, they’re touring the show all around Central Oregon so areas that normally don’t get a wide variety of live theater will get the chance to see this old-fashioned romance come to life.

Running at just 90 minutes with no intermission, “Last Train to Nibroc” feels like a brief and beautiful window into another time. In researching the play, I discovered “Nibroc” is actually the first part of a trilogy. I would genuinely love to see the future of these characters across the years. Hopefully, enough Central Oregonians show up so ETC puts on the entire trilogy, and I can get my wish. Just go see it, and you’ll want the same.

Paige Bevando and Nathan Kristjanson as May and Raleigh.

Makenzie Whittle Last Train to Nibroc Tickets at Bendticket.com

SCREEN

SC Sing, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Sing Art and nostalgia continue the duel

By Jared Rasic

My dream format for writing about movies would be to write about one big and one little movie every week. That way I can be a part of the conversation connected to the newest blockbuster everyone is watching while also trying to bring attention to a smaller movie that deserves more eyeballs aimed at it. It’s basically like trying to have my cake and eat it too, but it’s sometimes impossible to find opposing movies every week that are both worth talking about. This week, however, is perfect, with the still-crushing-it-in-thebox-office “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and the much smaller arthouse crowdpleaser “Sing Sing.” Also, I will never have another chance to do two movies with identically repetitive alliteration for titles, so my OCD also wins this week. Listen, I will ultimately watch Michael Keaton read from the phone book for two hours if you let me, so I feel like an ungrateful child for complaining about a new “Beetlejuice” movie, but also maybe Mr. Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O’Hara and company deserved a better script to play with. So much of the film feels like it was written by committee, where five or six of the story threads only exist to fill time and not focus on the characters we actually care about.

What the original “Beetlejuice” did so well (aside from weaponizing Tim Burton’s gothic whimsy house style) was how it used the characters. We have a newly dead couple discovering the universe of the afterlife along with the audience, so we meet Michael Keaton’s “Beetlejuice” along with them, and his trickster demon shenanigans are just as shocking to us as it is to our dead protagonists. A bunch of dead people can’t sustain an entire Hollywood movie, so then we’re introduced to the Deetz family, who moves into the newly dead couple’s beloved home and starts turning things upside down.

Wynona Ryder’s Lydia Deetz was such an iconic ‘80s character because she was one of the first mainstream goth teenagers in pop culture history, and her blend of dry humor, ideation of death and plucky badassery made her unforgettable. Picking up with Lydia almost 30 years later in the sequel removes all of what made the character such an original creation. Now Lydia feels like a castoff from a Hot Topic clearance sale, making a living as a television medium and trying to connect with her estranged daughter (played by the typecast Jenna Ortega).

Without going into the plethoric plot machinations, Lydia hooks up with Keaton’s Beetlejuice again to save her daughter from a terrible teenage boy, while he needs Lydia to protect him from his undead ex (played by Monica Bellucci looking like Sally from “A Nightmare Before Christmas”). Did we need Beetlejuice backstory? Probably not, but at least we could have gotten one more interesting than this.

It’s great to see Keaton hamming it up as the ghost with the most again, and Tim Burton seems more energized as a filmmaker than he has since at least “Sweeney Todd,” but it all feels like cosplay and not a story worthy of these characters. When I most definitely run into a drunk guy dressed like Beetlejuice on Halloween, if I ask him to tell me about his night, it will almost certainly be a more interesting story than the one “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” tells. Still, there are lots of cool practical effects, and I love Tim Burton’s vision of the afterlife, so I would probably watch another one of these and, since it’s already made a quarter of a billion dollars, I’m sure we’ll get many more.

On the opposite end of the spectrum is “Sing Sing,” a tiny movie about a prison arts program putting on a play. Shot on 16 mm over 19 days and around several decommissioned prisons, “Sing Sing”

focuses almost exclusively on the transformative power of art, the way that performance can help process pain and the humanization of people most of the world give little or no thought to at all.

The great Colman Domingo plays John “Divine G” Whitfield, an innocent man serving 25 to life in New York’s Sing Sing Maximum Security Correctional Facility. Along with a few other inmates, he puts on performances with the reallife Rehabilitation Through the Arts program, helping men who have no outlet for their trauma and emotions find a way to be vulnerable with themselves and others.

Domingo is astonishing and, along with Clarence “Divine Eye” Maclin (an actual participant in the RTA program), creates a living, breathing world that lets us inhabit and empathize with an entire society of people most of us have no context to relate to or understand. Director Greg Kwedar gives us a beautiful example of the possibilities inherent in the arts, and “Sing Sing” proves that the real importance of cinema has nothing to do with the budget or how much money a single movie makes. I’d be shocked if “Sing Sing” didn’t get nominated for lots of Oscars come awards season, and I’ll be incredulous if Domingo and Maclin aren’t nominated for their performances.

“Sing Sing” and “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” couldn’t be more different, but they do show the limitations of the movie industry. When a movie like “2 Fast 2 Beetlejuice” has millions at its disposal for marketing, millions of people are guaranteed to see it, whereas a genuinely important film like “Sing Sing” has barely made over $2 million since it’s been released. Word of mouth is where something small and beautiful like this finds its audience. So here I am, yelling into the wind to find the art inside all the noise.

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”

Dir. Tim Burton

Grade: C-

Now Playing at Regal Old Mill, McMenamins Old St. Francis, Sisters Movie House, Odem Theater Pub, Redmond Cinema, Madras Cinema 5

“Sing Sing”

Dir. Greg Kwedar

Grade: A-

Now Playing at Tin Pan Theater

The juice is loose, and is that even a good thing?

Courtesy Warner Bros.

Qualifying for the Odonata Olympics A week-long Olympian event recording dragonflies and damselflies in Central Oregon

By Damian Fagan

Last week, I participated in the Olympics…the Odolympics, that is — better known as the “Odonata Olympics.” Sponsored by the Dragonfly Society of the Americas, Sociedad de Odonatalogiá Latinamericana and Odonata Central, this week-long Olympian citizen science effort focused on recording dragonflies and damselflies, members of the Odonata order, to provide a snapshot of distribution across the Western Hemisphere for these amazing creatures.

Dennis Paulson, dragonfly expert and author of “Dragonflies and Damselflies: A Natural History” writes, “Dragonflies and damselflies have been around for at least 250 million years, appearing with the dinosaurs but long outlasting them.” Though distant relatives of the dragonflies that we see today originated well before that time, “…many of the families we recognize today were present by about 200 million years ago,” writes Paulson. Talk about withstanding the test of time!

As winged predators, adult dragonflies and damselflies feed on a variety of smaller flying insects including mosquitoes, midges, bees, butterflies, moths, and, at times, smaller dragonflies, or damselflies. They can eat up to 15% of their body weight at a time and snag creatures that are more than one-half their size! Truly, flying terrors to insects on the wing.

But back to the Odonata Olympics. During the week, my wife and I visited several dragonfly hotspots in Central Oregon, such as Reynolds Pond in Alfalfa, Hatfield Ponds in Bend and the Slough Day Use Area along the Deschutes River. We had planned on visiting some Cascade lakes, but the recent wildfires put a damper on that idea.

Armed with our “Dragonflies and Damselflies of the Northwest: A Field Guide” by Cary Kerst and Steve Gordon, camera and binoculars, we searched the edges of the ponds for the winged wildlife. Though we knew several species from previous outings, we learned that identifying dragonflies is challenging. “Some dragonflies, like the darners, they fly so much that pretty much all you can say is ‘There goes a darner,” said Matt Hunter, wildlife ecologist from the Umpqua Valley. Several species, such as the eight-spotted skimmer and band-winged and striped meadowhawk, were easier to identify from photographs I took. Others, such as the tule bluet and paddle-tailed darner, were more of a challenge because of several look-alike species. Good thing that for these Olympics, all we needed to qualify was to show up.

Beyond learning to ID the species, we followed up with some reading on dragonfly migration — a phenomenon like bird migration but far less understood.

"Dragonflies and damselflies have been around for at least 250 million years, appearing with the dinosaurs but long outlasting them."

—Dennis Paulson

“There are only two species that I’m aware of that migrate through central Oregon: the common green darner and the variegated meadowhawk,” said Hunter. “All the dragonflies have some kinds of movements when they emerge from a pond or stream, and a typical pattern is that the dragonfly will fly some distance away from that area, sometimes a mile or two while their exoskeleton is hardening up.” Though these dragonflies may fly to similar, nearby habitat or return to their natal area, this isn’t the “true” migration that the darner and variegated meadowhawk undertake.

Though we spotted some green darners with our binoculars, I couldn’t get a photograph of them, because they were either always in flight or maintained some distance from us. What we did learn is that there is also a Migratory Dragonfly Partnership, comprised from numerous agencies, institutions and organizations, which focuses on the migratory patterns of various dragonflies. Amazingly, the darner migrates as far south as the tropics, while western and Midwestern variegated meadowhawks migrate along western mountains and the coast.

“In August or September, especially if there are east winds that move a lot of these variegated meadowhawks over to the coast, people sitting on a jetty or along the shoreline have reported these meadowhawks flying by,” added Hunter. The variegated meadowhawks have been recorded migrating as far south as Honduras from North America. For some, this might be represented by several generations, but it’s an amazing endeavor.

After our few outings, I spent time processing photographs and posting them to iNaturalist and the Odonata Central websites. The beauty of these sites is that there are networks of individuals that help with identification — something we relied upon as “larval stage” beginners.

Hunter also suggested carrying a copy of “Dragonflies Through Binoculars: A Field Guide to Dragonflies of North America,” by Sidney Dunkle, which Hunter describes as a “gateway book for birdwatchers.” From our participation this year, we know we’ve got a steep learning curve ahead, but we’re inspired for next year’s Olympics. Let the training begin!

Odonata Olympics odonatacentral.org/odolympics

Photos by Damian Fagan

A tule bluet, a type of damselfly.

An eight-spotted skimmer lands on a tumbleweed.

By Savannah Mendoza

Central Oregon’s Oktoberfest Events with Steins, Pretzels and Good Times

Celebrate Oktoberfest from Bend to Prineville with authentic beer, bratwursts and plenty of Germanstyle fun

Oktoberfest is back, and it’s time to celebrate! Whether you’re donning leder hosen or a dirndl, Central Oregon offers plenty of ways to get into the festive spirit. From savoring pretzels at Prost! to sipping pints of Oktoberfest lager at McMenamins, here’s how to join the fun during Oktoberfest 2024. Best of all, these events are free to attend – so gather your friends, grab your beer mugs and party German style!

Oktoberfest at Prost!

Prost! is your go-to for an authentic Bavarian vibe. Get ready to clink stein in the lively biergarten, savor mouthwatering bratwursts and groove to live tunes. Don’t miss their legendary Festbiers and a chance to grab a collective stein to take home.

Oktoberfest at Prost! Fri., Sep. 20-Sun., Sep. 22, 2-9pm

40 SW Century Dr., Bend

16th Annual Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktoberfest

This family friendly Oktoberst rocks downtown Redmond with live music, beer tastings and games for all ages. Adults can compete in stein hoisting while kids tackle obstacle courses. With local vendors and a silent auction, the 16th Annual Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktoberfest offers a variety of ways to celebrate and enjoy the festivities.

R’Oktoberfest

Sat., Sep. 21, 2-9pm Wild Ride Brewing

332 SW Fifth St., Redmond

McMenamins Oktoberfest

Celebrate Oktoberfest at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in downtown Bend with great German eats and thirst-quenching brews all day with live music starting at 1pm. Enjoy an afternoon of Oktoberfest food specials in the O’Kanes courtyard, and listen to a variety of jams from Pete Kartsounes, The Vibesiftahs and Left on Wilson.

McMenamins Oktoberfest

Sat., Sep. 21, All day

700 NW Bond St., Bend

Oktoberfest and Night Market at Worthy Brewing

Prepare to raise your steins and cheers celebrating Oktoberfest at Worthy Brewing for a full day of festive fun. Worthy Brewing’s Oktoberfest fea tures authentic German cuisine, fes tive craft beers and a bustling night market where you can score anything from permanent jewelry to desserts. Top if off with axe throwing and live music for an unforgettable Oktober fest experience.

Oktoberfest + Night Market

Sat., Sep. 28, Noon-10pm 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend

Mini Oktoberfest

Head to Corral Tap Room in Prineville for a Mini Oktoberfest offering a laid-back atmosphere with refreshing lagers, traditional games and plenty of festival food to keep you fueled. A more intimate and fun cele bration for the whole family.

Mini Oktoberfest

Corral Tap Room & Food Carts 791 NW 3rd St., Prineville

Oktoberfest at Boneyard Pub

Boneyard Pub is putting a fresh spin on Oktoberfest with its newest fes tival-inspired beer, Bavarian pretzels and live music to keep the party going. It’s a day-long celebration of German flavors and brews – grab a pint and enjoy the fun!

Oktoberfest at Boneyard Pub Sat., Sept. 28, 11am-10pm 1955 NE Division St., Bend

Fall Extravaganza

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH 10AM - 6PM

You Could Win a NEMO tent, NEMO sleeping bag, Metolius Crash Pad, Edelrid rope, and More!

Photo Credit: RAB

IT’S YO TIME!

SMOKE SIGNALS

End-of-Summer Cannabis Update Cannabis rescheduling, weed’s more popular than booze and more

By Josh Jardine

Cannabis Rescheduling Delayed Until Post Election

Despite the hopes of many, including our own soon-retiring Cannabis Crusader, Rep. Earl Bluenenhauer, cannabis will not see a rescheduling prior to the election.

The Drug Enforcement Administration announced that it would be holding a hearing on December 2 of this year. This comes after a public comment period which ended in July, with over 40,000 comments submitted — the majority in favor of rescheduling cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3.

Supporters were hoping the DEA would expedite rescheduling, partly in light of the request formally coming from President Biden back in April, after a buzz that Biden health officials were pressing for rescheduling in August of 2023, and after October of 2022, when Biden called for a review of cannabis rescheduling.

While the DEA could have requested the final step of review by an administrative judge, it has opted for the hearing — not terribly surprising to many, in light of the monumental shift this represents, after 50 years of cannabis being listed as Schedule 1.

The news not only annoyed Rep. Blumenauer, who said it was “...incredibly disappointing to see the DEA drag their feet on an issue which has been a clear White House priority.” It also moved some cannabis stocks to lose up to 13% of their value.

New Studies on Cannabis

This summer has seen an unprecedented number of studies and polls addressing the positive aspects of cannabis use, and fascinating data on the preferences Americans are showing with cannabis versus alcohol and other drugs.

Marijuana Moment reports on a study finding Americans are increasingly using cannabis and psychedelics, while reducing tobacco and alcohol use. The study said, "Hallucinogen use in the past year continued a five-year steep incline for both adult groups, reaching 9 percent for adults 19 to 30 and 4 percent for adults 35 to 50 in 2023…including LSD, mescaline, peyote, shrooms or psilocybin, and PCP.” (Hopefully not all at once, but you do you.)

MM reported on another study,

which found that the secondhand damage caused by cannabis use was far lower than that of alcohol or opiates. “Looking at responses from 7,799 people to the 2020 U.S. National Alcohol Survey, researchers found that more than a third (34.2 percent) said they’d experienced secondhand harms related to alcohol use over the course of their lives. Just 5.5 percent, meanwhile, said they’d ever experienced secondhand harms related to cannabis,” the report reads.

A survey showed that there are now (slightly) more Americans consuming cannabis than alcohol, and that those who did drink said they would benefit from reducing their intake at almost three times the rate of cannabis consumers who felt the same.

New York: When I'm in your town/You know I got to shut 'em down

The rollout of New York’s Adult Use cannabis program has been…interesting, beset by many hurdles and missteps that any state faces when implementing such programs. (OK, fine, I’m trying to be diplomatic - the Democratic Governor of New York State called it a “disaster.”)

One of the most vexing issues continues to be the nearly 4,000 unlicensed stores illegally selling cannabis, primarily in the five boroughs of New York City. (There are 171 licensed dispensaries in New York State, while Oregon has 824 licensed dispensaries.)

In May, a joint task force began operation “Padlock to Protect,” inspecting and shutting down the illegal shops. Last week, New York announced it had closed over 1,000 stores and held a press conference to show off the four tons of illegal cannabis products seized. The Temu version of David Dinkins, NYC Mayor Eric Adams, oversaw the incineration of what officials said had a value of $63 million. (Sure, Jan.)

The Task Force explained that it was continuing the process of shutting down the 3,000 remaining shops through return visits and additional actions. The Office of Cannabis Management said, “In the six weeks immediately following ICET’s authoritative actions, cannabis retail licensees in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Staten Island collectively experienced more than $1.8 million in revenue growth, a roughly 50% increase.”

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37. Pro ___ (in the meantime)

38. Third baseman's domain, and a hint to this puzzle's theme

41. ___-jongg

44. Brown-and-white horse

45. Quaint pep rally cry

49. Laughing

51. Kind of lens, briefly

53. Prefix with meter

54. City of the Czech Supreme Court

55. Louisiana water

57. Take losing badly

58. "Playtime's over!"

60. Common article

62. Issa of "Barbie"

63. Sound heard during a so-bad-it's-good comedy routine

66. Home of Sts. Agnes and Clare

68. "Nine Stories" author

69. On-line forum precursor

70. Meat and vegetables stew

71. "Get my drift?"

72. Entrant with high odds, probably

By Brendan Emmett Quigley

Pearl’s Puzzle Difficulty

DOWN

1. Controversial issue

2. Snowflake's shape

3. How chipped beef is served

4. Teacher Hagen

5. Go 29-Across

6. Dump assistant?

7. Triple crown stat

8. "___ begins with resistance - at the point where resistance is overcome" (Andre Gide)

9. Black-eyed ___

10. Put on a feast

11. Someone with clearly better taste in everything than you (duh)

12. Konrad Adenauer's nickname

13. Traveller's spot

16. Cleveland cager, for short

21. Plead with

24. Rachel's older sister in the Bible

26. "Consider this, and there's more ..."

27. Higher than

30. Helm direction

32. Before going under the knife

34. WWII post

36. It might be acute: Abbr.

39. Pedro's place

40. Garbage collectors have them: Abbr.

41. NBA star Chauncey Billups's nickname

42. Sewer pipe that prevents gas from escaping

43. "Star Wars" character who said "Never tell me the odds!"

46. Accustoming (to)

47. Books that cover the world

48. 1998 #5 hit by Nicole Wray

50. "I just had a different idea!"

52. Tripe

55. Naval jails

56. Mover's rental

59. Gothic author Radcliffe

61. Big name in petrol

64. Maiden name preceder

65. Test with an argument task section: Abbr.

67. Sun Yat-___

in every row, column, and 3x3 box with each of the letters P A T I O H E R B exactly once.

ANSWER TO LAST WEEK'S PUZZLES

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will “September days have the warmth of summer in their briefer hours, lengthening evenings c of autumn.”

- Rowland E. Robinson Answer for the week of September 9, 2024

“How did a fool and his money get together in

did a fool and his money get together in the first place?”

ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You have probably heard the platitude, “Be cautious about what you wish for. You might get it.” The implied warning is that if your big desires are fulfilled, your life may change in unpredictable ways that require major adjustments. That’s useful advice. However, I have often found that the “major adjustments” necessary are often interesting and healing— strenuous, perhaps, but ultimately enlivening. In my vision of your future, Virgo, the consequences of your completed goal will fit that description. You will be mostly pleased with the adaptations you must undertake in response to your success.

of their mating encounters is from 30 seconds to two minutes. There was a dramatic exception to the rule in 2015, however. Lu Lu and Zhen Zhen, pandas living at the Sichuan Giant Panda Research Center in China, snuggled and embraced for 18 minutes. It was unprecedented. I encourage you, too, to break your previous records for tender cuddling and erotic play in the coming weeks. The longer and slower you go, the more likely it is you will generate spiritual epiphanies and awakenings.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The bird known as the gray-headed albatross makes long, continuous flights without touching down on the ground. I propose we nominate this robust traveler to be one of your inspirational animals in the coming months. I suspect that you, too, will be capable of prolonged, vigorous quests that unleash interesting changes in your life. I don’t necessarily mean your quests will involve literal long-distance travel. They may, but they might also take the form of vast and deep explorations of your inner terrain. Or maybe you will engage in bold efforts to investigate mysteries that will dramatically open your mind and heart.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Few of the vegetables grown in the 21st century are in their original wild form. Many are the result of crossbreeding carried out by humans. The intention is to increase the nutritional value of the food, boost its yield, improve its resistance to insect predators, and help it survive weather extremes. I invite you to apply the metaphor of crossbreeding to your life in the coming months. You will place yourself in maximum alignment with cosmic rhythms if you conjure up new blends. So be a mix master, Aries. Favor amalgamations and collaborations. Transform jumbles and hodgepodges into graceful composites. Make "alloy" and "hybrid" your words of power.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21): You are in a good position and frame of mind to go hunting for a novel problem or two. I’m half-joking, but I’m also very serious. I believe you are primed to track down interesting dilemmas that will bring out the best in you and attract the educational experiences you need. These provocative riddles will ensure that boring old riddles and paltry hassles won’t bother you. Bonus prediction: You are also likely to dream up an original new “sin” that will stir up lucky fun.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your spinning and weaving abilities will be strong in the coming weeks. I predict that your knack for creating sturdy, beautiful webs will catch the resources and influences you require. Like a spider, you must simply prepare the scenarios to attract what you need, then patiently relax while it all comes to you. Refining the metaphor further, I will tell you that you have symbolic resemblances to the spiders known as cross orbweavers. They produce seven different kinds of silk, each useful in its own way— and in a sense, so can you. Your versatility will help you succeed in interesting ways.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capricorn basketball player JamesOn Curry had the briefest career of anyone who ever played in America’s top professional league. Around his birthday in 2010, while a member of the Los Angeles Clippers, he appeared on the court for 3.9 seconds—and never returned. Such a short-lived effort is unusual for the Capricorn tribe—and will not characterize your destiny in the coming months. I predict you will generate an intense outpouring of your sign’s more typical expressions: durability, diligence, persistence, tenacity, resilience, determination, resolve, and steadfastness. Ready to get underway in earnest?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s a good time for you to embrace the serpent, metaphorically speaking. You may even enjoy riding and playing with and learning from the serpent. The coming weeks will also be a favorable phase for you to kiss the wind and consult with the ancestors and wrestle with the most fascinating questions you know. So get a wild look in your eyes, dear Aquarius. Dare to shed mediocre pleasures so you can better pursue spectacular pleasures. Experiment only with smart gambles and high-integrity temptations, and flee the other kinds. PS: If you challenge the past to a duel (a prospect I approve of), be well-armed with the future.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Panda bears don't seem to enjoy having sex. The typical length

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “All I ask is the chance to prove that money can’t make me happy,” quipped comedian Spike Milligan. I propose we make that your running joke for the next eight months. If there was ever a time when you could get rich more quickly, it would be between now and mid2025. And the chances of that happening may be enhanced considerably if you optimize your relationship with work. What can you do now to help ensure you will be working at a well-paying job you like for years to come?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The World Health Organization says that 3.5 billion people in the world don't have access to safe toilets; 2.2 billion live without safe drinking water; 2 billion don't have facilities in their homes to wash their hands with soap and water. But it's almost certain that you don't suffer from these basic privations. Most likely, you get all the water you require to be secure and healthy. You have what you need to cook food and make drinks. You can take baths or showers whenever you want. You wash your clothes easily. Maybe you water a garden. I bring this to your attention because now is an excellent time to celebrate the water in your life. It's also a favorable time to be extra fluid and flowing and juicy. Here’s a fun riddle for you: What could you do to make your inner life wetter and better lubricated?

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Cancerian rapper and actor Jaden Smith has won a few mid-level awards and has been nominated for a Grammy. But I was surprised that he said, "I don't think I'm as revolutionary as Galileo, but I don't think I'm not as revolutionary as Galileo." If I'm interpreting his sly brag correctly, Jaden is suggesting that maybe he is indeed pretty damn revolutionary. I'm thrilled he said it because I love to see you Cancerians overcome your natural inclination to be overly humble and self-effacing. It's OK with me if you sometimes push too far. In the coming weeks, I am giving you a license to wander into the frontiers of braggadocio.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Research by psychologists at Queen's University in Canada concluded that the average human has about 6,200 thoughts every day. Other studies suggest that 75% of our thoughts are negative, and 95 percent are repetitive. But here's the good news, Leo: My astrological analysis suggests that the amount of your negative and repetitive thoughts could diminish in the coming weeks. You might even get those percentages down to 35 percent and 50 percent, respectively. Just imagine how refreshed you will feel. With all that rejuvenating energy coursing through your brain, you may generate positive, unique thoughts at an astounding rate. Take maximum advantage, please!

THE MEDICINE CABINET WITHIN HOLISTIC MEDICINE AND YOUR POWER TO BE WELL

By Joshua Phillips

Tips for staying healthy

With the end of summer and the arrival of cooler temperatures, the kids have returned to school and are settling back into their school year routines. This means more time indoors with less sunshine and for many, the added stress of studies and classes. All these factors typically mean more colds and illnesses than we experienced during the more carefree months of vacation in the summer. While each of our kids’ needs are unique in this regard, there are several things that should be considered for staying healthy during the busy school year.

One of the simplest, yet most profound considerations for ensuring health and well-being during the school year is sleep. This is perhaps the most underrated aspect of well-being, as getting a solid night of sleep is crucial for the body’s restorative capacity, as well as ensuring the mind is sharp, while supporting balanced emotions and nervous systems. Depending on your kids’ ages, they need anywhere from 8-12 hours of restful sleep each night, and for most families, this means some real time management. For teens it can be challenging to inspire this important point and ensure they are getting to bed early enough. My recommendations include first making sure dinner is happening no later than 7pm and that all technology is turned off at least an hour before bedtime. This makes it much easier for our bodies to be in “ready-for-sleep” mode at a reasonable hour. For more on this, check out “Virtues of Sleep,” published in a previous issue of the Source Weekly.

The bustling social environment and associated stress during the school year is also a big deal for kids of all ages, both for mental and physiological well-being. A great starting point here is to be sure you are having transparent and non-judgmental conversations with the kids on a regular basis. Ask open-ended questions about how it’s going with teachers and classmates, and listen carefully to what they have to say. You might find there are hidden points of stress and worry that you may be able to help find solutions to with a little compassion and creativity. These areas can be some of the trickiest to address with kids, so laying a foundation at home for regular and gentle conversations is the key.

How well our kids nourish themselves with food and water, and the overall health of their digestive systems, are also very important. While this topic is vast, some general rules apply. Hydration requires drinking water. Flavored drinks, sodas and carbonated drinks do not qualify when it comes to adequate hydration throughout the day. I recall this being an issue when my kids were young, and it is worth checking in about how much water they are getting during the school day. The basics of having healthy protein throughout the day, minimizing refined sugars and getting plenty of fiber and nutrients from vegetables and fruit is crucial. The blood sugar spikes that result from too many processed carbs and not enough protein and veggies wreak havoc on the brain and nervous systems, making every aspect of school and studies more challenging. When your child’s system is not agreeing with something that is part of their regular diet, consider food sensitivity testing as an option to getting it figured out. More on this in last year’s article, “Food Sensitivities and Your Health.”

Keeping the immune systems healthy to minimize colds and flus is a priority for every parent, and every topic discussed thus far is relevant to achieving that goal. While nutrient supplementation for kids is unique to each of their individual needs, there are a few I am a big fan of for most. A reputable probiotic can be very supportive for both the digestive and immune systems. Vitamin D levels while living in Bend begin to decline this time of year without supplementation, and many kids do not get enough Omega-3 EFAs in their diet, so a high-quality fish oil supplement becomes the solution. Check in with your holistically minded doctor to get some recommendations for quality supplements along these lines. Here’s to wishing the best to your family for a healthy and productive school year.

—Joshua Phillips, ND is a naturopathic physician and the director at Hawthorn Healing Arts Center in Bend, Oregon. He can be reached at docnaturecure@gmail. com with questions or comments.

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Tis the season for cool mornings, 30-degree fluctuations in temperature and overall, less hustle and bustle as we approach fall in Bend. The typical real estate busy season has come and gone, but I expect a busier fall and winter than we have seen in the last couple of years. A couple big factors are leading my line of thinking.

The first one: rates have come down from their peak over 1.5%, which places the average 30-year mortgage in the low 6% range, with additional cuts on the table at the September Federal Reserve Meeting scheduled for the 17th and 18th (right before my article deadline, thanks a lot Mr. Powell)! For first-time home buyers, there is the Oregon Bond Residential Rate Program that provides additional benefits for those who qualify. The two benefit options come in the form of either a “cash advantage,” which gives the buyer a low rate and up to 3% of their loan amount in cash to reduce closing costs to buy the home. The other option gives the lowest rate possible for the buyer, which allows them the lowest possible monthly payment. Talk to your preferred local lender about these great opportunities to help Oregonians get into homeownership. If you’ve been waiting on the sidelines to get pre-approved, now would be a good time to start the process, so you can be in a position to take advantage of a potential rate cut and be ready to submit an offer with an actual pre-approval, which shows a seller you have not only the intention, but the ability to purchase the property.

Speaking of properties, has anyone noticed that over the last few months, inventory has come back? No, we have not entered a “buyers’ market,” but having four months of inventory is

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significantly more than we have seen in years. Two or three years ago, there was less than one month of inventory available at any given time, which helped create the ultra-competitive market we saw throughout the pandemic. This increase in inventory can create competition for sellers to lower listing prices, or even perhaps accept a lower offer than they may have wanted. So now we have lower rates and more inventory — what else could be in buyers’ favors right now?

If you have followed my articles over the years, you’ve heard me talk about buying in the “off season.” This is hardly a new idea, and certainly not mine, but buying in the fall and winter can be advantageous. The simple explanation is people that list or keep their home on the market after school has started are typically listing because they need to, whether to purchase their next home, or perhaps to move out of the area. Whatever the reason, a savvy buy er’s agent can usually use this to their advantage and get clients a great deal. Well, there you have it: a local real estate agent talking about how now is a great time to buy. If you’re not con vinced, I am not sure what else to say! Just kidding. All bias aside, those who have the ability to purchase a home should strongly consider talking with their trusted advisors (lenders, real estate agents, financial profession als, family, etc.) and seeing what kind of loan programs exist, along with a detailed personal budget, so you know the difference between what you can be approved for and what is comfortable from a budgeting standpoint. Please feel free to reach out to me with any of your real estate needs or any questions: jkeane29@gmail.com.