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News p.7 Bend has just voted in four City Council races. We talk to councilors incoming and existing about their hopes for the City moving forward.

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Shopping local does more than support a local business owner; it also means more money available for local infrastructure. In this year’s Shop Local edition, we’re highlighting some places to shop for the Trail Warrior, the Soccer Mom, the Yogi, the Shopper in Training and those Livin’ Large. In other words, there’s a local option for everyone.

Chow p.39 First there was The Lot in Bend. Now there’s The Bite in Tumalo…along with another Tumalo food cart pod contender. Jared Rasic shows what foodies can expect from a drive up Highway 20.

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Oregon’s Republicans Should Get a Thumbs-Up for Coming Out Against Hate

n Nov. 16, Oregon House Republican leaders issued a statement urging Oregonians to stand together in the wake of a divided election season. House Republican Leader Mike McLane and Deputy Leader Greg Barreto’s press release included these statements: “Over the past week our state has witnessed an increase in ugly rhetoric and violent behavior. Protests in Portland have led to violence and property destruction. Students in our schools have seen a spike in prejudiced and hateful words and actions. Oregonians have pit themselves against Oregonians. This behavior is not only wrong, it runs counter to the values of the Oregon we know and love.

“Too often in times like this, we are quick to point the finger at the other side. It can be so easy to let the lowest common denominators among us define our opinions of entire communities. But if we allow ourselves to only see the worst in each other, our state and our country will never heal from the divides that are currently threatening to tear our communities apart.

“As Oregonians, we are committed to putting an end to the violence and hatefulness that has scarred the conscience of our state over the past week.”

We’re committed to “putting an end to the violence and hatefulness,” too. Beginning the morning after election day, the Source Weekly began to receive calls and reports of incidents that ran the gamut from petty jabs shouted on the streets to reports that can only be categorized as hate crimes.

While it’s clear that racism and bigotry have not suddenly been invented with the election of Donald Trump, it’s the President-elect’s ongoing rhetoric against immigrants, disabled people,

women and Muslims that have quite obviously fueled this new onslaught.

While Oregon’s House Republicans haven’t come out and explicitly denounced Trump’s rhetoric, we read between the lines. Even Republicans, it seems, have already had enough.

Even they, who by party affiliation are lumped in with the rest of Trump’s entourage, can see that “prejudice and hateful words and actions” are bad for all of us. It needs to stop, and we commend the Oregon House Republican leadership for saying something.

While it’s clear that their statement was in part directed at the fringe group of Portland protesters who destroyed property during the days-long demonstrations, it’s also clear that even our local Republican party is dismayed at the current state of affairs on other fronts. From this, we predict ongoing divisions in a party that, while they’ve won the day in the U.S. House, the U.S. Senate and the White House, also includes people who will continue to balk at hateful rhetoric—and that may certainly mean divisions in the Republican Party in the years to come.

We give kudos to the Oregon House Republicans for standing up against hate and violence, when so many of their counterparts are saying nothing or just going along to get along.

Now is not the time to sit and watch. Now is the time to speak up in the face of hate. Now is the time to stand together, to question our leaders, and to continue to question them even when they make it to the highest office in the land. Especially when they make it to the highest office in the land.

And indeed, let us not “let the lowest common denominators among us define our opinions of entire communities.” SW

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POOR DRIVING ETIQUETTE Election season is here, and that tends to generate a lot of political “talking point” letters. But having just returned from Okinawa, where all things—including driving—are polite and mannerly, I wish to address a different topic: driving etiquette.

We usually like to think of ourselves, here in Oregon, as pretty nice people. We hold doors, say please and thank you at restaurants, are kind to dogs, give bicyclists plenty of room, and stop traffic whenever anyone wants to cross. But there is one area in which we seem to be falling short: passing lane etiquette.

I mean, we all are used to that 20 percent of drivers that chronically tailgate. It’s surprising that tailgaters don’t understand that tailgating is not only dangerous, but purposeless, as it just causes the lead driver to “double down” on their acute speed limit observance. And then we also seem to have a different 20 percent of drivers who just can’t seem to efficiently negotiate a single lane roundabout. I’m referring to the “timid” drivers who just can’t seem to “hit the gas” when there is a decent opportunity, and just sit there, frozen like a deer in the headlights. All it takes is a casual glance left, maybe a slight wave of the hand as a casual “thanks,” and then a quick merge. Now, of course, we also have our share of those aggressive roundabout drivers who love to speed up after entering the roundabout, thereby disallowing anyone from merging and thereby infringing on their busy schedule. You know the type: Gotta get somewhere five minutes away ASAP. But, personally, I’m more confused by the infamous Oregon “passing lane dufus.”

This is the driver that holds up traffic while the road is just two-lane and then SPEEDS UP when they enter one of our periodic passing lanes. What are they thinking? That they are somehow entitled to demonstrate an obvious driving discourtesy that clearly represents bad driving etiquette? And almost as annoying are the passing cars, that clog the left passing lane and just sort of putz along, allowing them to just manage to squeeze by the slower vehicle by the end of the passing zone, such that no other drivers can also pass.

And of course, the worst offenders are the anti-social jerks who speed up on a two-lane road when you try and pass. Are they drunks, frustrated Indy 500 daydreamers, or just type-A personality misfits?

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In last week’s article “Hate Rash,” activist Greg Delgado was listed as being on the board of CAUSA. That information was outdated. We apologize for the error.

And while I’m on the topic, why, oh why, does anyone litter in our beautiful state, or any state, for that matter? Go to Japan, and THERE IS NO LITTER. What is it about drivers—or passengers—that seem to be unable to find an appropriate trash receptacle? Incredibly low IQ? A gross under appreciation for earth’s pristine natural landscapes? Perhaps supreme laziness? Whatever, it’s just very disappointing, because it’s totally within our power, as a population, to correct. Unlike political posturing, for which there is no apparent solution. Ever.

So, Bendies, please drive courteously, and demonstrate good general driving manners, and particularly thoughtful passing lane etiquette.

And for heaven’s sake, please don’t litter.

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CENTRAL OREGON FIRE MANAGEMENT The cost of wildfire suppression in the U.S. has exploded with over $2 billion spent suppressing fires in 2015. Fire management reform is necessary to counter the perverse financial incentive that motivates fire managers, no more so than in central Oregon. Central Oregon Fire Management “Service” (COFMS) is a needless bureaucracy created when ego-driven fire managers from the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) could not coordinate and collaborate in the public’s best interest. COFMS fire managers turned fire management into an entitlement program whose main beneficiaries are COFMS’s fire managers in that financial benefits are channeled to a few COFMS welfare fire managers while the costs are dispersed over all taxpayers. An organization’s purpose is understood from its behavior, not its rhetoric or mission statement. COFMS’s behavior, pretentious and self-righteous, manipulates the public’s fear of fire, masking COFMS’s reality as a cog in the billion-dollar fire industrial complex. COFMS serves itself and disserves the taxpayers, while managers that do the real work of land management are overworked and understaffed. Forest supervisors, district rangers, and BLM managers enable this behavior.

It’s time to end entitled fire management and the welfare fire culture of COFMS. Dissolve COFMS and make fire managers from BLM and Forest Service do their job.

The unofficial motto of COFMS welfare fire managers is, “Fight fire aggressively, having provided for overtime first.” We deserve better. The hard-working citizens of central Oregon don’t share the COFMS blank check; they just get to write it.

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MALHEUR & STANDING ROCK The Department of Justice has been missing in action in both of these debacles.

Possibly our civil servants are behind closed doors researching the meaning of “justice.”

The silence of politicians has been deafening.

Media coverage of the Malheur Aggressors was extensive in Oregon and even received international attention.

Media coverage of the Peaceful Protectors and the war being waged against them has been abysmal. The exception is the courageous expose at Standing Rock by renowned Democracy Now journalist, Amy Goodman, leading to her arrest. The initial charge against Amy was changed to “inciting a riot” after she returned to North Dakota to appear in court. Both charges were dismissed. Amy’s arrest poses serious concerns about Freedom of the Press in what is purported to be a democratic society.

Fascism is the collusion of government, corporations, the military/police state and media to smash the democratic rights of people.

Genocide, slavery, racism, ecocide, a militarized police state and corporate dominance have paved a Trail of Tears toward fascism.

The occupation of the Malheur by White Men with Guns and the repression of the unarmed Protectors of the Standing Rock Sioux challenge us to consider our collective values. Do we want to live in a democratic society based on The Bill of Rights and The Declaration of Human Rights with justice for all or do we want to continue down the Trail of Tears toward fascism?

The Standing Rock Sioux, the poorest of the poor, have broken the Sound of Silence

and Fear of Action by standing up against incredible repression to protect water, land, air, sacred spiritual sites and what remains of their culture after centuries of oppression and genocide.

The courageous actions of the Standing Rock Sioux and fellow activists from around the world deserve our greatest respect and support.

—Sue Bastian

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What’s Next for the City?

Bend city councilors weigh in

by Nicole Vulcan

UBER Source Weekly: We live in a city with a high tourism population and a need for more public transit options. Do you support allowing Uber to operate in the city of Bend?

Sally Russell: Technology is pushing significant change in transportation in cities throughout the U.S. Uber, Lyft, Zip Cars, etc, all have the ability to change how the City looks at parking and transportation infrastructure. I need to understand better what challenges other cities have found when accepting these services, but overall their benefit and nimble structure is too great to ignore.

I still believe that traditional taxi services will continue to have their place in our communities, but there will be a shift in the overall market.

Justin Livingston: I do support Uber operating in Bend. As long as they adhere to similar requirements as taxi

companies. I’m a supporter of free markets & believe competition is good for consumers.

SEPTIC SHOCK SW: You may be aware of the story that ran in the Source Nov. 9, titled “Septic Shock.” What’s your perspective on how to handle the issue of expensive sewer hookup fees, currently passed onto individual homeowners? Do you support a Local Improvement District model?

Sally Russell: Council has been skirting this issue for several years, as I have loudly asked for a solution to prevent the Council and City from being in exactly this place. And here we are. I have every hope that my colleagues will focus attention on developing a short-term solution in the next three months, as we identify and put longer term solutions in place for the entire community.

I will work for a short term “bridging” fix to provide long term financing options through Craft 5 and similar public financing entities. At the same time, look at exploring the development of a short term year program to place a lien against properties that are in escrow, until LIDs can be developed in neighborhoods to share the cost. At the same time, I believe that state and federal funding specifically for these kind of mandated infrastructure projects should be aggressively pursued at the state and national levels.

Bruce Abernethy: This is a very difficult and costly situation that does not have any easy answers. There is no question the LID costs homeowners money,

but it also improves the value of their property, and cannot be borne entirely by the City. For these reasons, I am supportive of using an LID model in this circumstance, and ensuring the ability for homeowners to finance the infrastructure expense over time (that is an expense I can see the City helping with).

Bill Moseley: I support providing assistance to residents required to connect to the city’s sewer system. I need to hear from residents and city staff about possible solutions, such as an LID, before choosing the best solutions. Neighborhood associations can help collect and provide input into the process.

HERITAGE SQUARE SW: What is your perspective on the Heritage Square Vision concept for downtown Bend?

Bruce Abernethy: I would characterize myself as neutral to slightly opposed to Heritage Square. I want to be clear that I like the concept and love the idea of providing a centralized community gathering space. The sticking points, as they have been for years, are the cost, how do you replace/move parking and security of another public piece of property (see issues with the Mirror Pond Plaza and even Drake Park). Proponents have yet to convince me the overall cost is worth the overall benefit.

Bill Moseley: I support the Heritage Square concept. We need to bring together those with vision, authority and resources. Local leaders, the school district, Parks and Rec and the City need to build a consensus on our vision and

then decide how to support it. In 2017, I want to explore how and whether we can move this idea forward.

Justin Livingston: At this point I’m neutral on Heritage Square. It could be a cool centerpiece of our city, but at this point I haven’t seen a way forward to fund the completion of the concept within the confines of the existing budget. For me there are higher priority projects to allocate existing funding to.

WORKFORCE HOUSING SW: What workforce housing strategies, if any, do you support, and why?

Justin Livingston: I don’t think anyone can argue that Bend doesn’t have an affordability problem with the biggest driver of that problem being the cost of housing. We need to pursue any and all options that lead to more housing units being built, including starting on the next expansion of the UGB. The day the latest expansion was approved we were already eight years behind on the 20-year supply of developable land that the State of Oregon requires.

Sally Russell: Accelerating the UGB code work is critical in attacking Bend’s workforce housing needs. The sooner this work is complete, the more workforce housing has a chance of getting built.

Meanwhile, making it faster to move through Bend’s planning and building departments = cost reductions. As you are probably aware, planning continued on page 9...

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his month the people of Bend voted in four City Council races, electing Bruce Abernethy, Justin Livingston, Bill Moseley and Sally Russell to sit on the council for the next four years, alongside Nathan Boddie, Barbara Campbell and Casey Roats.

To get a sense of the issues the City Council will tackle in the upcoming session, the Source Weekly reached out to all members of the City council.

The four recently-elected councilors and standing councilor, Nathan Boddie, responded by press time.

Here’s what they had to say about the current issues facing Bend.

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Black ice led to a series of crashes Monday, and left one man stranded on an island in the Snake River.

Idaho Man Survives a Crash, Homeless Student Numbers a Fall and a Swim in the Dip in Bend, Redmond Snake River A report released Tuesday from the An Idaho man who stopped to help another driver on Interstate 84 is recovering after a series of crashes left him swimming in the Snake River. Oregon State Police say Steven Arrasmith of Mesa, Idaho, stopped his Jeep behind Steven Bailey’s Chevrolet Colorado around 6am Monday morning, after Bailey lost control on black ice and slid into a bridge over the Snake River near milepost 378 in Malheur County.

As Arrasmith was helping Bailey, police say a Hyundai lost control on the black ice and hit Arrasmith’s Jeep. The Jeep in turn hit Arrasmith and caused him to go over the bridge railing. Police say Arrasmith hung onto the bridge for a short time, even while injured, before falling 50 feet into the Snake River. Police say Arrasmith was able to take off his heavier layers of clothing and swim to an island in the river to await rescue. Rescuers took Arrasmith to an Ontario medical center for non-life threatening injuries.

The driver in the first crash was not hurt, and police say the driver of the Hyundai had minor injuries.

South Third Street Sidewalk Work on Pause With the coming of winter, the construction along South Third Street in Bend is on pause for the season.

Over the past several months, crews have been at work constructing and improving the sidewalks and curb ramps along that stretch of Third Street in order to make them safer for pedestrians, and to make them compliant with Americans with Disabilities standards. In addition, crews have been working to replace storm water catch basins in the bike lanes with new curb-inlet catch basins.

Crews have already wrapped up work for the season, according to the City of Bend, and are tentatively scheduled to start again in March. The project is expected to be finished in July of 2017.

Oregon Department of Education shows 21,671 kids in Oregon experienced homelessness during the 20152016 school year, up from 21,214 from the previous school year.

According to the report, 576 students in the Bend-La Pine Schools district, representing about 3.29 percent of enrollment, experienced homelessness in 2015-16. That’s down from the 2014-15 numbers, when there were 680 Bend-La Pine students experiencing homelessness, according to DOE data. In the vast majority of situations, students were “doubled up,” meaning living in a household besides their own, (such as a family member or friend) though the 2015-16 numbers show 77 K-12 students living unsheltered in the Bend-La Pine district, and 120 living “unaccompanied.”

In Redmond, the DOE report says 393 students experienced homelessness last school year, representing about 5.34 percent of the student population.

That number is down from the 2014-15 school year, when the report says 543 Redmond students experienced homelessness.

In Crook County, 84 students—or 2.8 percent of the student population— experienced homelessness in ‘15-16, while in Jefferson County there were 77 students, or 2.64 percent of students reporting homelessness. The situation is attributed largely to the affordable housing crisis felt across Oregon.

“It is a statewide tragedy that last year, we allowed over 21,000 kids to experience homelessness, including one in seven kids in the Lincoln County school district. Our children should be thinking about their homework and playtime, and not worrying about where they will sleep at night,” said Commissioner Bill Hall of Lincoln County, in a statement released Tuesday by Stable Homes for Oregon Families. “We can do more to protect kids and families from experiencing homelessness in Oregon. The Legislature should act to protect all Oregonians from housing instability and homelessness.” SW

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Nathan Boddie: Workforce and affordable housing is the single biggest challenge currently facing Bend.

We are not able to bring in business or create jobs because of housing and rental shortages here. The medical community is facing staffing shortages, we can’t hire firefighters or police officers, and local businesses are being forced to move away from Bend due to workforce shortages. If we don’t fix the problem, Bend will cease to be the town we know today. That’s why I

continue to work to create housing options across the income spectrum.

So far I’ve helped City Council reduce the fees builders pay for affordable housing construction, built in zoning for more affordable homes as part of our UGB expansion process, created incentives for cottage homes, and increased accessory dwelling unit availability.

Although not strictly an affordability issue, I also favor reasonable regulations for vacation rental properties so they don’t overtake our rental market.

In the future, I look forward to council extending the time renters have to find homes by increasing eviction notices to 90 days, acknowledging that our rental market is too tight for someone to find a new place in Bend more quickly.

STATE BUDGET SHORTFALL SW: Even before the failure of Measure 97, the state of Oregon was facing a serious budget shortfall. What effect, in your perspective, will the state budget have on the city budget? How do you foresee handling a potential shortfall coming from state coffers?

Nathan Boddie: State budgets will have an enormous hole in the next few years.

While I won’t be able to fix that at the level of City Council, Bend will feel its effects through decreased funding for roads, sewer upgrades, and school funding. I hope our state delegation will work hard in Salem to address the shortfall rather than throwing rocks at their colleagues across the aisle or getting stuck in one political ideology or another. In the meantime, I will continue to advocate on council for responsible financial policy and prudent use of public funds as I always have.

Sally Russell: Continuing to focus on maintaining efficiencies developed during the recession, and leveraging both public and private partnerships—as the City did with transit expansion—will be critical in the next four years. After all, the City will need to focus on all the work needed to implement the recent Urban Growth Boundary expansion.

I believe that the community needs to

look seriously at an effective, structured working partnership between the City of Bend, Bend Metro Parks and Recreation, and the Bend-La Pine School District.

There are partnerships and efficiencies that can benefit our taxpayers, while saving each entity dollars.

Most importantly, people need to recognize that government can’t take on everything. The message is to live within our financial constraints. Part of that means individuals need to find ways to collaboratively find better ways to solve their local problems. The City can support it, for instance, by making a mediator available instead of creating a new ordinance that the City doesn’t have the financial capacity to consistently enforce.

Bend’s infrastructure construction and maintenance, especially, will be directly affected by a constrained State Budget shortfall. In addition, a growing PERS burden will take away for the City’s ability to fund other areas. This is what I said in my statement on Measure 97. I’ll focus on this over my next four years on Council.

Please join me in urging our State legislators and Governor to work together on a long term, visionary funding structure for Oregon—one that is comprehensive and fair, and fixes the many inequities of the existing system.

NATIONAL POLITICS SW: In light of a highly charged national political climate, what can local citizens do to stay focused on the issues that matter most to them and their day-today lives?

Bill Moseley: The health of our democracy rests upon some level of citizen participation, understanding and compromise. While I visited with residents during my campaign, I was often surprised by residents’ level of awareness of basic issues that impact them every day. I encourage people to read the paper, write a councilor, join a committee, go to a neighborhood association meeting, volunteer at a nonprofit – GET INVOLVED. We need broad participation by the entire community, not just activ-

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ists. Right now the fringes of our political spectrum have an outsized voice. We have so many talented, enterprising and decent people in Bend. Everyone needs to step up to keep the Bend we know and love.

Bruce Abernethy: My advice is to encourage people to take a deep breath and a step back from the most recent election. Here are a couple of observations that I hope people will agree with: 1) there are things/events/movements that can bring us together as Americans (e.g. 9/11, disasters, etc.) and the more we can focus on those the better; and 2) the election was very close (Hillary actually won the popular vote) and that means that there is no mandate per se.

My hope, and one of the things I will be advocating for on Council, is the importance of both parties/both sides examining how they might better understand or interpret where the other side is coming from. I do believe there is more common ground than people think there is right now.

Nathan Boddie: All politics is local, as they say. I hope residents focus on what their local government is doing for housing and affordability and hold elected officials accountable. The current City Council has presided over unprecedented job growth and economic development. Bend is one of the top cities in the nation for small business, real estate, and we have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the northwest.

On Council we have worked to create jobs, remove barriers to prosperity and promote businesses. I will continue that work. Hopefully, the incoming councilors will take heed of what we’ve done and keep the economic engine running. SW

There’s lots more to this story!

Check out the extended content at BendSource.com for more responses from city councilors.

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(Sally Russell on Workforce Housing) department fees are based directly on the cost of providing the service, so any way to expedite a service through efficiency means reduced fees to the developer of any project.

I also think it’s time to ask the community whether the current level investment in new parks, given the huge community need—and very high cost—of city transportation, water and sewer infrastructure is consistent with their overall priorities. I suspect after this most recent election this may be shifting.

Certainly reduced Parks SDCs would affect the overall cost of producing housing.

Finally, the 90-day rental notices and suggested rent control being discussed, formally and informally, by both the State Legislature and Bend City Council have the very real potential ability to slow down the current rapid building pace of housing taking place today, which can reduce Bend’s problem significantly in the very near future.

Already Bend has 2,000 units coming on line, under construction or in the planning stages. We need them all and more.

I am certainly not a fan of any good citizen getting thrown out on the street with no place to go. That IS a very real problem Bend has right now, today.

I would hope that the incoming Council makes this issue one of our very first top priorities, works from solid data, and makes meaningful policy decisions that keep the building going forward on this badly needed housing inventory, as we keep hard-working people in homes.

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School-Based Day Care? Check.

Schools Offering Condoms? Not so much.

Statewide, school-based health centers provide comprehensive health services for 11

kids—often including contraception. But not at the majority of centers in Central Oregon.

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By Brian Jennings

According to Bend-La Pine Schools, the district allots $150,000 annually for its teen parent daycare center at Bend High, but a contract for its schoolbased health center dictates it can't offer contraception.

High School, Union School, Baker High School and Grant Union High School also offer comprehensive birth control options.

As for the Portland area schoolbased health centers, Lowell says distribution of birth control does indeed influence outcomes. “There are many factors that help reduce teen pregnancy, and access to contraception is one of them.” In 2010, David Douglas—where distribution isn’t allowed— had a teen birth rate of 19.29 per 1,000

subject. According to the Oregon Health Authority, teen pregnancies in Deschutes County have dropped every year since 2010. Still, teens are having sex.

According to a 2013 Oregon Healthy Teens Survey, nearly half—48.8 percent—of 11th graders in Deschutes County say they have had sex, most reporting that they started when they were 15 to 16 years old. Nine percent of 14-year old students and 10 percent of 13-year olds say they have had sex. Of the more than 100 teens in Deschutes

Portland Districts Birth Rates

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hirty years ago, Oregon schools rolled out the state’s first school-based health centers aimed at improving health outcomes for kids. The first center was located at Portland’s Roosevelt High School.

According to Multnomah County’s School-Based Health Centers website, school-based clinics are aimed at providing elementary, middle and high school students “access to comprehensive preventive, primary and mental healthcare,” including age-appropriate reproductive health.

Today, there are two school-based health centers in Redmond and three within Bend-La Pine Schools. That includes one at Bend High School, another in La Pine and a third at Ensworth Elementary in Northeast Bend.

In the early days of the Multnomah County program, program managers advocated for the distribution of condoms—which caused immediate controversy. As time passed, however, full access to contraceptives became the “clear best practice in primary care,” along with sexual health education that included abstinence-only education and support, according to Alexandra Lowell, who manages the 13 school-based clinics for the Multnomah County Health Department. The Portland clinics allow for full contraceptive dispensing. David Douglas district does not allow it, and the Reynolds district offers no school clinic at all. School-based health centers in more traditionally-conservative districts, including La Grande

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females ages 10-19, compared to 10.27 in Portland Public Schools, where distribution is allowed. The highest pregnancy rate for the Portland area was in the Reynolds district—where there is no school-based clinic—at 21.32 per 1,000 females ages 10-19.

Central Oregon Statistics In Central Oregon’s public schools, access to contraceptives—or other forms of birth control—is a touchy

Reynolds

County who become pregnant each year, more than 75 give birth.

Dr. Robert Ross, Medical Director of Community Health Strategy at St. Charles Health System, favors the dispensation of birth control at school health clinics. “I think it’s important for parents to realize that if this is going to happen, that of the alternatives, it would probably be better to have birth control available than to end up with teenage pregnancy. That’s my continues on page 13...

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own belief, and parents have to make their own decisions about their kids.”

One argument in favor of providing birth control at school health clinics is that teens often don’t have transportation to readily seek the protection they need. Health officials argue that if protection were conveniently offered on site, the rate of unwanted pregnancies might drop even more.

- Alexandra Lowell

Multnomah County Health Dept.

Cost of Daycare vs. Condoms Average cost of 1 year of daycare, Bend-La Pine Schools *Estimated cost for a 10 pack of condoms for every high schooler and middle schooler in Bend-La Pine Schools

$150,000

$93,450

*Assumes $9.99 cost for a 10 pack of condoms

The Sisters School District allows the distribution of birth control at its school-based health center; Redmond and Bend-La Pine school districts do not. What Redmond and Bend-La Pine do offer: Childcare centers for teen parents.

For more than 20 years Bend-La Pine Schools has provided that daycare for teen parents at Bend High, similar to Redmond’s program at Ridgeview High. The annual budget for the

Local Contracts Prohibit Contraceptives When the Source Weekly sought more information from local district officials, the superintendents in the Bend-La Pine and Sisters School Districts said they were not available for interviews. Bend-La Pine School’s Julianne Repman asked that we submit questions by email. Redmond School officials, meanwhile, accepted our interview request.

Martha Hinman, Redmond’s executive director of student services, says her district’s contracts with St. Charles and Mosaic Medical were specific that there would be no contraceptive or contraceptive education provided at the school-based health clinics for anyone under 21. If students asked for contraceptives, she says students would be referred to Planned Parenthood or another community partner.

Hinman says Redmond Schools do not have a high rate of teen pregnancy.

The school-based childcare center at Ridgeview High School has only four students using the service, down from about 20 students in the last eight to 10 years.

Considering the low teen pregnancy rate in Redmond schools, Hinman says sex education is working. Starting in kindergarten, the school system begins teaching students about making healthy choices. “We have ‘safe touch’ starting in kindergarten. It’s embedded in our curriculum from middle through high school.” Hinman says the Redmond program isn’t focused only on sexual choices and relationships. “If they choose sex, the program instructs kids on how to be safe,” she says.

The Bend-La Pine school district policy mirrors Redmond’s policy.

Communication Director Julianne Repman states, “Our threeway contract between Bend-La Pine Schools, Mosaic Medical and Deschutes County states that Mosaic Medical may not provide birth control to youth at the Bend-area clinics.” Mosaic Medical is the health care partner for clinics at Bend High School and Ensworth Elementary, while the Community Clinic provides services in La Pine.

The State’s Take: Contraception is a Best Practice Still, those local school offerings don’t reflect recommendations from state officials. According to the Oregon Health Authority, the State Program Office for school-based clin-

ics recommends distribution of birth control on site. “SPO recommends onsite access to contraceptives and condoms. Providing access to contraceptives is a clinical best practice recognized by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other national and international organizations. However, communities may choose to offer contraceptive services by referral.” That’s what Bend and Redmond schools choose—referral.

St. Charles’ Dr. Ross says one of the biggest factors in women’s advancements, including career choice, is the ability to achieve a high level of education. “Teenage pregnancy definitely affects that. Kids who have kids don’t have the same opportunities. It’s a much bigger struggle for them.”

As to the distribution of contraceptives on campus, Ross says he encourages parents to look at the statistics. “Having kids have access to services including birth control does not say to them that you should go out and have sex.”

Alexandra Lowell, at the Multnomah County Department of Health, agrees. “The mission of school-based health centers is to keep students healthy and ready to learn,” she says.

Lowell says on-site primary health care helps reduce absenteeism while making health care access more convenient for students and parents alike. “The school system focus on educating youth, and our focus on keeping them healthy is a partnership to provide kids with the best support possible to achieve a pathway to success.”

The Portland-area program counsels students about contraceptive options, including abstinence, and supports them with their decisions.

Lowell says, “Whenever possible, which is most of the time, we promote parental involvement and very often help clients communicate with their parents about these issues.”

Bend-La Pine’s Repman says, “Best practices suggest that teens need access to youth-friendly contraceptive and reproductive health services and support from parents and other trusted adults who can play an important role in helping teens make health choices about relationships, sex, and birth control, but we do not believe that our public schools should be dispensing birth control to our students.”

Multnomah County’s Lowell says kids will always develop into sexual beings, and not providing them with readily available contraceptives is a disservice. “Regardless of personal values of when sex should occur, denying youth access to preventive measures is a failure on our part to keep them focused on learning.

Denying sexually active youth access to contraception does not stop the sex from happening; it simply puts them at higher risk of getting pregnant.” SW

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"Denying sexually active youth access to contraception does not stop sex from happening; it simply puts them at higher risk of getting pregnant."

Local Districts’ Contraception Policies Schools require health education from grade school through high school, which discusses health choices including sex and pregnancy. When it comes to dispensing condoms or other birth control, however, local districts have a range of policies. Statewide, there are a total of 77 school-based health centers, with 57 percent prescribing contraception and 38 percent dispensing contraception on site, according to the Oregon Health Authority.

In the Bend-La Pine district, “There’s no school board policy which specifically addresses distribution of birth control,” says Bend-La Pine’s School Board Chair Peggy Kincade, a 10-year board member. She says it’s important to provide education about one’s sexual choices, but that she would need more information about the need for dispensing birth control at schools before making a judgment.

“My gut reaction is we provide education and help kids to know what their options are. Whether we should be distributing it, I don’t know.” She continued, “My gut reaction is that’s not the business we’re in. We’re in the business of education.”

Bend-La Pine daycare program, according to Bend-La Pine Schools, is $150,000.

Ross says he is saddened to see high schools forced to provide costly day care centers when readily available birth control may help prevent the need. “It’s a little disturbing. I have three daughters. To think that their lives could have been disturbed by having a kid when you’re a teenager rather than choosing another path, including contraceptives, is just sad to me.”

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THINK OUTSIDE THE (BIG) BOX You’ve probably heard it a time or two: Go Local.

Think Like a Local. Shop Local.

But what does all that mean? Does buying your kids’ clothes or your new paddleboard from a locally-owned and operated retailer really make all that much difference? It sure does.

Buying local by the numbers A 2010 report issued by Michigan State University’s Center for Community and Economic Development offered the following figures about buying local: Buying local keeps more money in the local economy. For every $100 you spend locally, $73 from buying local stays in the community. At a non-locally owned business, just $43 from buying non-local stays in the local economy.

Local businesses give back on a much larger scale. In 2002, the Institute for Self-Reliance found that the charitable contributions made by local businesses in a Maine town were roughly $4,000 per $1 million in sales for local businesses, while the Wal-Mart in the same town contributed just $1,000.

Buying local cuts down on your eco footprint. Local businesses tend to buy more from other local businesses, which also reduces the vehicle miles traveled and cuts

down on air pollution and road maintenance, as well as improving habitat loss and road congestion. Locally-produced products sold in a local economy also tend to have less packaging, reducing the amount going into landfills.

Want better roads? Where you shop matters.

Beyond the numbers that show time and again that shopping local benefits any local economy in which people are living, working and shopping, here’s another more locally-based thing to consider: The maintenance of our city streets is funded through local tax dollars. And where do those come from? From income taxes, mostly. So when you’re supporting a local business, you’re giving that business owner—and their employees—a chance at making a higher wage… which in turn means higher revenues for our local governments and more money for local police, fire, schools and infrastructure.

Think about that the next time you’re swerving around a pothole.

So what is “buying local?”

It’s buying from locally-owned, locally-operated businesses.

Not sure whether a business fits the bill? Just ask them. Local businesses will be glad to share information—and there’s a very good chance the person you ask will actually be the person who owns the place. Still, if you need some guidance, check out the following pages for a few examples of where to buy and who to buy for.

OUTSIDE THE BOX FOR THE SOCCER MOM (AND DAD, TOO)

By Annette Benedetti

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If they aren’t on the job, they are running the kids to and from their various activities or pulling the house together and planning the next family event.

Soccer moms (and dads), simply put, are super and they deserve to be showered in gifts whenever the opportunity arises. This holiday you have the chance to make their lives easier, more comfortable and even downright luxurious—and these local stores will help you do just that.

ANGELINA ORGANIC SKINCARE While Central Oregon winters are cold, there’s usually a lovely dose of sun.

Pamper and protect that skin with Oregon Lavender & Sage Medium Protections Sunshade Lotion ($9.95) and Hoodoo Voodoo IPA Lip Balm from Angelina Organic Skincare. Or, consider helping parents relax at the end of the day by filling a stocking with luxury products like Muscle Relief Bath Teas, Cardamom Vanilla Shea Butter Sugar Scrub or Terramoor Restorative Herbal Mud Bath.

838 NW Bond St. Suite 1, Bend angelinaskincare.com 541-647-1655 Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm Sat-Sun, noon to 5pm

FORGE HUMANITY Nothing is more helpful for a parent-on-the-go than a great backpack, and Forge Humanity has a multitude of weatherproof options perfect for lugging stuff around. Designed for students but perfect for busy parents, the Esperos-HOBBES Backpack has a padded sleeve for a laptop while leaving space for so much more. Every backpack bought helps fund one year of education for a child in the developing world, so it’s a gift that gives back. In fact, every item purchased in the store comes with a promise of giving a portion to a worthy cause. Forge Humanity also carries a full line of Conscious Step-Socks that come in a variety of cool designs, are crafted from high quality organic cotton and will keep mom’s busy feet feeling cozy and warm.

126 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend forgehumanity.com Mon-Sat, 11am to 5pm Sun, 10am to 4pm

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Speaking of feet, protect those feet from the cold morning floor with the ever-adorable and super comfy Haflinger Doggy and Coffee wool slippers ($81) carried at OutsideIN. They also offer the stylish Dansko Rosa Rain Boots ($100), which look more like cute boots than weather protection, and will easily carry mom (and dad) from her work environment to the kids’ outdoor adventures without needing to bring a second pair of shoes to change into. And let’s not forget that every parent-on-the-run needs something for carrying coffee or tea— those blessed beverages that keep everyone going strong. You’ll find the 16oz Vacuum insulated Hydro Flask with the flip lid at OutsideIN.

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TUMALO ART COMPANY

Tumalo Art Company

This fine art gallery in the Old Mill District in Bend is owned and operated by the artists who display their works inside—in addition to featuring the works of many other artists in mediums including oil, acrylic, mixed media, digital media, ceramics, glass, photography and sculpture. This is definitely the place to drop some cash on beautiful pieces for your castle.

DESPERADO BOUTIQUE Desperado got its start as a high-end Western Lifestyle store 20 years ago in Portland’s swanky Pearl District. In 2007, owner Joanne Sunnarborg made the move to Bend’s Old Mill District, where today you can get your boots and bohemian gear paired with a glass of complimentary beer or wine. With fashion-forward style and home décor, it’s sure to let you live large.

450 SW Powerhouse Dr. Suite 407, Bend tumaloartco.com 541-385-9144 Mon-Sat, 10am to 8pm with winter hours 10am to 7pm Sun, 11am-6pm

330 SW Powerhouse Dr. Suite 120, Bend desperadoboutique.com 541-749-9980 Mon-Sat, 10am-8am Sun, 11am-6pm

SPA W If you work hard, you also need to play hard—and downtown Bend’s Spa W can help you fit the bill. Since 1998, the spa has offered a beautiful, tranquil atmosphere to let your cares melt away, using fine natural ingredients. Come for a single facial, body treatment or massage, or go for a package deal that allows you a full day of pampering.

125 NW Wall St., Bend spa-w.com 541-388-1485 Mon-Sat, varying hours

BEND TRUCK TOYZ When you’re livin’ large, you want your ride to roll large, too. That’s where Bend Truck Toyz comes in. Come in to add a stylin’ new canopy to your truck, or let yourself truly live large by bumping up the suspension in your Escalade. In the quest for the finer things, this is the place to deck out your trucks, Jeeps and SUVs with class—while supporting a locally-owned business at the same time.

Tumalo Art Company

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Desperado

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Are you among those enjoying the fruits of Central Oregon’s booming economy? Then this list is for you. Here’s where you can buy those big-ticket items, while still supporting the local businesses that are helping our region thrive.

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OUTSIDE THE BOX FOR THE YOGI

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NAMASPA Some yogis like it hot. You can make their practice easier with a quick visit to Namaspa yoga where they carry the Jade Professional Yoga Mat ($75) and YogiToes Skidless Towels ($65) both of which are ideal for heated vinyasa flow yoga as they prevent slipping. Namaspa also offers spa massages, and carries a variety of other apparel.

1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bend namaspa.com 541-550-8550 Open 7 days; check website for hours as each day varies

COSA CURA For an eco-conscious approach to buying yoga gifts, Cosa Cura carries yoga clothing on consignment. They have an active wear section stocked with Zia Life items as well as yoga clothing from trusted labels like Lululemon (prices vary by item). You can also ease mat transport with colorful handmade adjustable yoga mat slings ($24) made by local designer and artist Feather Devine.

SOL ALCHEMY TEMPLE Sol Alchemy is a local yoga studio with a boutique that also carries items on consignment. You will find used yoga blocks for $5 and mats range in price from $10-$25. This boutique also sells yoga pants from lines like Cribb and Onezie with prices ranging from $40-$50. A variety of shirts perfect for practice are available for $25 and water bottles designed to keeping your active loved one hydrated are priced at $25. Every yogi loves to get extra classes in, so consider purchasing a membership or punch card for classes ($25 and up) at the studio and help them continue their practice.

910 NW Harriman St Suite 150, Bend rescuebend.com 541-312-2279 Mon-Fri, 11am to 6pm Sat, 11am to 6pm Sun, noon to 5pm

2150 NE Studio Rd. Suite A-5, Bend solalchemy.com 541-285-4972 Hours vary; call ahead

ZIA LIFE Cosa Cura

Zia Life is an online store (zialifedesigns.com), owned by local clothing designer Timea Zia Marie, carrying a full line of active wear perfect for asana. Many items are made from existing pieces of clothing that have been hand-cut and beautifully woven into pieces of wearable art. Each garment is a one of a kind. But don’t let the beauty deceive you, because from tops to legging to bralettes to bodysuits, this clothing line is as functional as it is fantastic. Zia Life offers discounts for locals and recommends following on Instagram, where you can see the latest one-of-a-kind products as they are created.

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While the dedicated yoga practitioner in your life may be more focused on giving than receiving, they are sure to appreciate apparel and gear that enhances their daily practice while making them look and feel as inspired as they are. If you’re looking for a way to regale your yogi while at the same time keeping it local, take some time to peruse these options.

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VELOCITY SPORTS EQUIPMENT If you’re going to jump out of a plane, why not do it with the best gear possible?

This local skydive gear shop is home to one of the most popular skydiving rigs in the world, the Infinity. Handmade in Sunriver, this streamlined and innovative design is quickly becoming the number one choice for professional skydivers. Velocity also offers variations on the Infinity Rig, including wingsuits and student rigs.

56885 Enterprise Dr., Sunriver velocityrigs.com 541-550-7297

STAND ON LIQUID Paddle boards are the most stylish way to skim the rivers and lakes of Central Oregon, but anyone looking for extra style points needs to stop at Stand on Liquid. For the last six years, this local shop sells boards and accessories from nearly 70 brands, including its own. Its designs include the Beachwood LT, an 11-foot board that handles smooth or rough waters with ease.

1320 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend standonliquid.com 541-539-2596 Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm Sat, 9am to 3pm

METOLIUS CLIMBING

Metolius Climbing

Ascending one of Central Oregon's many mountains is just another day at the office for some people. And like with any line of work, you want the safest and most dependable gear. Metolius Climbing is the one-stop shop for all your climbing needs, including carabiners, rope, chalk, hang boards, crash pads and more.

Designed with safety and function in mind, their gear is ideal for climbers of all experience.

63189 Nels Anderson Rd., Bend metoliusclimbing.com 541-382-7585 Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm

SPINDRIFT Hitting the trails is twice as fun with a four-legged friend. In that spirit, Spindrift makes sure your canine’s gear is on par with your own. This local, online dog gear company produces top-of-the-line collars, harnesses and leashes, but is best known for its original Max Walker leash. Utilizing rock climbing webbing and an internal bungee cord, the compact leash prevents snapping injuries when your dog pulls on it, keeping your dog’s neck—and your shoulder—in top form.

Spindrift

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One of the keys to successfully tackling any trail is having the best gear. And that doesn’t only apply to hiking through the woods. Whether you’re exploring Crater Lake, climbing Broken Top or falling through the skies above Central Oregon, having top quality gear can make or break the experience.

Luckily, adventurers don’t have to leave town to find the best gear. Several local shops provide excellent gear to help you conquer whatever trail you’re aiming for. Here are a few of our favorites.

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OUTSIDE THE BOX FOR THE SHOPPERS IN TRAINING D’S HOBBIES Whether you’re a child right now, or you’ve never quite been able to loose yourself of your inner child (and who should?!), this is the place to have some fun. With radio controlled cars and airplanes, drones, paintball supplies, models, trains, educational supplies and more, your child (inner or actual) will be ready to run wild.

757 NE Greenwood Ave., Bend dshobbies.com 541-389-1330 Mon-Sat, 10am to 6pm Sun, 11am to 4pm

LEAPIN’ LIZARDS When you’re walking downtown with the kids, your little shoppers in training will get a good education in thinking outside the big box by visiting this fun toy store.

With a wide selection of imaginative toys, wooden toys and games, the kids should have no problem finding something they’ll love—without the big-box sprawl.

953 NW Wall St., Bend facebook.com/leapinlizardstoys 541-382-8326 Mon-Sat, 10am to 6pm Sun, 11am to 4pm

HOPSCOTCH KIDS When you’re looking for a holiday outfit for the kiddos but you want to avoid the big boxes and the chains, look no further than Hopscotch Kids. Their current selection includes adorable print dresses, boots, fun sweaters and more that will ensure your kiddos are the styliest they can be. And while they’re not looking, browse the toys, too, for stuff you can put under the tree later.

1303 NW Galveston Ave., Bend 541-213-2245 Mon-Sat, 10am to 6pm Sun, 11am to 4pm

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As the holidays approach, it’s easy to spend those late nights trolling the Internet for gifts for the kids. That may be good for your busy schedule, but not so great for an effort to support a thriving local scene. Teach your kids the value of spending money in the local economy by quoting the facts and figures listed on page 15…or on second thought, just bring them to these spots and let their imaginations do the work.

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High Up On the Moon Mountain Bend’s best band returns with a new album

By Jared Rasic

is lucky to have them.

The new record, “A Little After Midnight,” is the band’s first since 2010’s “Live From the Tower” double album, but that doesn’t mean The Ramblers haven’t been busy. You’d be hard pressed to find a local who hasn’t seen the Ramblers at least once, even though they don’t oversaturate themselves with local shows.

“We’ve always decided to keep things fresh,” says mandolinist, guitarist and vocalist Joe Schulte. “Ever since the beginning, we’ve tried to stick with that theme. I think mostly for fun and spontaneity and to never get caught in any sort of theme. All five of us are so different and each of us add something different to the group, so we try to show that.”

There’s a reason why they have

remained one of Bend’s most popular local bands for over a decade. Even if you’ve seen the Ramblers play a dozen times, it’s impossible to see the same show twice. “We’re constantly writing new music,” says Schulte. “Our sets are always different. We can play six hours without repeating a song. We also try to keep our music culturally diverse with lots of different instruments and styles with Irish, rock, jazz and bluegrass. We try to always change it up and learn more and more. We’re constantly learning and constantly practicing.” SW A Little After Midnight CD Release Celebration Saturday, Jan. 21, 8pm Old Stone Performing Arts Center 157 NW Franklin Ave., Bend $8 adv., $10 door

By Jared Rasic

Moon Mountain Ramblers: “A Little After Midnight” “A Little After Midnight” is the first Moon Mountain Ramblers album since 2010’s “Live at the Tower” double album. Just like their live shows, “A Little After Midnight” is a freewheeling and eclectic bit of music that dances between genres without a care in the world.

Every track on the record takes Jenny Wasson’s violin, Joe Schulte’s guitar and mando, Mai Hyman’s guitars and vocals, Dan McClung’s stand-up bass and Dale Largent’s percussion, and mixes and matches them to genre-defying perfection.

Schulte, the band’s mandolinist, guitarist and vocalist says, “It’s all about being as non-systematic as possible... as we are live. We try to keep it as diverse as we can with no theme at all. It’s really intentional.”

From the old-timey bluegrass of “Old Hank’s Ghost,” to the classic swing of “That’s Love,” back around to the heartbreak of “Cold Tears,” and the jazzy delight of “Get it While It’s Hot,” there isn’t a wasted second on this record.

After listening to the entirety of “A Little After Midnight,” one thing is for certain: it was definitely worth the wait. SW Moon Mountain Ramblers “A Little After Midnight” moonmountainramblers.com

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’ve lived in Bend since the last century, and there are very few things that have stayed consistent for me since those early years: the After Mountain Special at Pizza Mondo; The Wrap of Khan at Parrilla; and the brilliance of The Moon Mountain Ramblers. One of the first shows I saw as a newly minted 21-yearold was a Ramblers concert, and to this day, I don’t think I’ve ever danced so hard in my life.

Since the Moon Mountain Ramblers have been here so long, it’s easy to take them for granted and to forget how each member is an absolute virtuosic instrumentalist.

The Ramblers aren’t just a bluegrass band or even just another local band.

They are all world-class talents and Bend, once again drowning in riches,

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Remembering the Master of Space and Time A tribute to Leon Russell

By Richard Sitts

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OPEN THANKS GIVING 5 - 9 PM The late, great Leon Russell in his natural habitat—on stage perched in front of a piano. Photo by JTG Photo.

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The Pavilion p. (541) 389-7588 1001 SW Bradbury Way

s I came of rock ‘n’ roll age in southeast Kansas in the early 1970s, Leon Russell became the first rock ‘n’ roll artist to whom I felt any kind of a connection. That’s because he was an Oklahoma boy who happened to be from Tulsa, a mere 90 miles south of the small where I survived high school.

At the too-young age of 74, it was sad, but not all that surprising when Leon died in his sleep on Nov. 13. He’d had heart bypass surgery in July, but was recovering and intended to resume touring. He was scheduled to play at the Tower Theater late last year, but that was postponed to May before being postponed again.

Way back when, Leon started his own record label, Shelter Records, and turned an old church on one of Tulsa’s busy streets into a recording studio.

On our occasional Saturday shopping excursions into the city, my buddies and I would drive by the church, hoping to catch a glimpse of the man himself. We never did.

Leon was just a country boy like my buddies and me, who left “dusty Oklahoma” behind. But he came back. He was our rock star. We first heard Leon, “The Master of Space and Time,” play on Joe Cocker’s 1970 double album, “Mad Dogs & Englishmen.” In 1972 we saw him on the big screen in George Harrison’s concert movie, “The Concert for Bangladesh,” in which he nailed George’s song, “Beware Of Darkness.”

Leon always cut quite the dashing figure: white cowboy hat, long flow-

ing hair and beard, mirrored shades and flamboyant pinstripes and bell bottoms in the early days. Trademarks of his music were his nasally bullfrog voice and rollicking barrelhouse piano, often backed up by a big band with soulful backup singers.

And then there were all the wonderful songs he wrote, which turned into big hits for other artists. Perhaps the most beautiful song he ever wrote (and there were many) is “A Song For You,” made famous by The Carpenters.

Guitarist George Benson had a hit with “This Masquerade.”

To catch the best of Leon, watch the 1971 concert movie, “Joe Cocker: Mad Dogs & Englishmen”. Or listen to my favorite Leon Russell album, “Leon Russell and the Shelter People,” also released in 1971, which includes the songs “Stranger In A Strange Land” and “The Ballad of Mad Dogs and Englishmen.”

The former song includes some rapping, years before rap became rap.

Russell even manages to slip in an F-bomb, but it blends in so well that you really have to listen for it.

The later song is eloquent and silly at the same time. It can make you laugh and it can make you cry. It’s poetry rap in slow motion, with indelible lines like, “Spotted dogs, bloodshot eyes,” and “Teachers, learners, incense burners.” It’s such a beautiful song.

Leon may have bid us farewell in this world, but he left behind a vast library of music that we’ll enjoy forever. SW

Friday 25 - Saturday 12/18

THANKSGIVING RUNS

“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”

THEATER—Six actors bring to life dozens of characters from the beloved film classic. By placing the emphasis on characters, voices and the script, this version of the show brings new life to the tear-jerking story of the trials and tribulations of George Bailey. This is not the version of the show you’re used to seeing. // 7:30pm.

2pm matinees. CTC, 148 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $13-$20.

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PRAY FOR SNOW PARTY

ENERGY—They’ve been compared to everyone from The Kinks to Paul McCartney to obscure French bands... but the truth is, it’s hard to pin down The Weather Machine’s sound. The Portland-based quintet played Les Schwab in 2014, along with multiple performances for Oregon State Parks and more. Simply put, lots of other people love this folk-rock band’s high-energy shows, and we do too. // 8pm.

The Belfry, 302 Main St., Sisters. $12.

CELEBRATE—10 Barrel is offering a chance to gather your fellow snowboard addicts and pray to the snow gods for a bountiful winter season! Enjoy the release of the 2016 Pray for Snow Winter Ale, music from Marv Ellis and Ben Union, plus a rail jam on 10 Barrel’s custom rail jam truck. Shuttle will be running to and from the pub on Galveston Ave. to the brewing facility. // 4-9pm. 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Brewing Facility, 62970 NE 18th St., Bend.

Free admission.

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SANTA’S HELICOPTER ARRIVAL

HIP-HOP—Aesop Rock is one of the half dozen or so best rappers on the planet, no argument. His beats, his flow and his lyrics are all pretty much flawless and his new record, “The Impossible Kid,” is his best in years. Seeing Aesop Rock live is like getting to see a painter at work on a masterpiece. If you haven’t heard him then you haven’t heard hip-hop music. // 7pm. Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $20.

ST. NICK ARRIVES—He may spend Christmas Eve flying around in a fancy sleigh, but in the meantime, the jolly old fat man is chillin’ in an AirLink CCT helicopter. AirLinks are normally used as air ambulances, but this time one is transporting Santa to SantaLand at the Les Schwab Amphitheater. Get there between 10 and 10:15 to see the landing, and then stay to talk Santa into making all your wishes come true. Can Santa bring back decency and tolerance this year? Let’s hope so. // 10am. Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend. Free admission.

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ROCK—Friends, do you long for a bygone era when rock was rock and America was...well, a word similar to good-ish?

Let’s make it good-ish again. If we’re speaking your language thus far, you’re gonna love Groove Session, a throwback band with a rock vibe and a positive message. It’s movin’ groovin’ music as it was, and as it should be. // 9pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $8 adv., $10 door.

“A CHRISTMAS STORY” CLASSIC FILM—Toys for Tots is sponsoring the annual screening of “A Christmas Story” at the Tower Theatre. If you bring an unwrapped toy, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win fun prizes. There is also a soap eating contest and a photo booth, plus you get to watch one of the best Christmas movies ever made! Embrace the post Thanksgiving holiday spirit. // 7:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $12-$18.

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LOCH LOMOND

UNTITLED IMPROV’S BLACK FRIDAY BONANZA

CHAMBER POP—A little bit of orchestra and a little bit of synth pop give Loch Lomond its signature sound. Touring in support of the new album they released in September, it’s sure to be a fun, rousing night with this Portland band at your local McMenamins. Get there! // 7pm.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. No cover. SW

IMPROV—The delightful thing about improv is that it’s usually one of the funniest things you’ve ever seen or a train wreck of monumental proportions. When inventing things straight from the dome, there’s a good chance everything will go spectacularly wrong, but luckily Untitled Improv is pretty dang great at what they do. // 9pm.

2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $8.

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CENTRAL OREGON MASTERSINGERS December 10 & 11

A TOWER CHRISTMAS December 21-23

PUSH PHYSICAL THEATRE January 15

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TROT—Bendites, lace up those running shoes before loosening your belt with one of the two races offered Thanksgiving morning. Bend Thanksgiving Classic is a 5k or 10k supporting Girls on the Run of Central Oregon. FootZone’s I Like Pie Run/Walk offers a 2k, 5k or 10k option supporting NeighborImpact. // Both begin at 9am. Bend Thanksgiving Classic, Old Mill District, bgcbend.org/activities/ bend-thanksgiving-classic. I Like Pie Run/Walk, begins in front of Crow’s Feet Commons, footzonebend.com.

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Checker’s Pub Talent/Open Mic 6-8 pm.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Crux Fermentation Project Natalie Clark

Scottish singer-songwriter Natalie Clark who is currently based out of LA travels to Bend to perform at Crux Fermentation Project. She launched her self-released debut EP, Eagles, in Scotland before heading stateside. 5-8 pm.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Level 2 Allan Byer Americana. 21+. Fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30 pm. No cover.

M&J Tavern Open Mic 6:30 pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill

Karaoke 7 pm.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

submitted

The Mostest Songwriter meets jam band. 7 pm.

No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Open Mic 6-9 pm.

The Lot Open Mic 6 pm. No cover.

24 Thursday The Barrel Thief Lounge at Oregon Spirit Distillers Local Spirit Thursdays Join

us in our lounge for a celebration of local music and craft spirits. Featuring a different local artist each week. 6-8 pm. No cover.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Free

Country Swing Dance Lessons Every Thursday night, learn how to country swing. No partner needed. 8 pm. No cover.

Strictly Organic Coffee Company Open Mic 6 pm. No cover.

The Summit Saloon & Stage 97 Comedy

Presents Some of the best comics from around the US to the Summit Saloon and Stage. Comics as seen on Comedy Central, TBS, NBC and more.

Last Thursday of every month, 8-11 pm. $12.

Three-man, rock 'n' roll blues machine, Boxcar Stringband, performs at the Volcanic Theatre Pub, 11/26.

25 Friday PICK 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Brewing Facility Pray for Snow Party We’re ringing

in a great winter and praying to the snow gods for a bountiful snow season and we want you to celebrate with us! Live music from Marv Ellis and Ben Union, tons of giveaways, 2016 Pray for Snow Winter Ale and custom 10 Barrel snowboarding rail jam truck there. Sign up for rail jam at 10barrel.com/prayforsnow. Shuttles running to a from pub on Galveston Ave. 4-9 pm.

Free admission.

Checker’s Pub Ruckus Come dance, come

have fun! Classic rock. 8-11:30 pm. No cover.

Crux Fermentation Project Hot Club 5-8 pm.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards Rod

DeGeorge This talented musicians has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the industry and has been featured on networks ranging from VH1 and E!, to NFL Halftime shows.

Call for a reservation! 6-9 pm. $5.

J DUB Mark Ransom Bring the family down and enjoy the live music in our dining room! Mark Ransom always gives an awesome acoustic set!

6-8 pm. No cover.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Free Friday Dance Lessons 21+. 8 pm. No cover.

Bottoms Up Saloon The Bad Cats Rock ‘n’ roll, blues and soul until you can’t dance no more! 8-11:45 pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Juju Eyeball Local Beatles cover band! 8:30 pm.

Checker’s Pub Ruckus Come dance, come have fun! Classic rock. 8-11:30 pm. No cover.

Seven Nightclub Bend Comedy —An Eve-

Dogwood Cocktail Cabin DJ Theclectik A night of electronica, hip-hop, ‘80s new wave and soul with DJ Theclectik. Fourth Saturday of every month, 10 pm. No cover.

The Summit Saloon & Stage DJ Steele

Domino Room Aesop Rock New PICK York-born, San Francisco-based Aesop Rock (aka Ian Bavitz) is a critically acclaimed hip hop artist/ producer, recognized for his dense and abstract word play. 7 pm. $20.

ning With Shane Mauss Plus, live podcast, 9 pm, “The Comedy NorthWest Podcast.” 8-10 pm. $10 adv., $15 door. $5 for just podcast.

21+. 9 pm. No cover.

The Capitol Champagne Drip It’s been a busy 12 months for drip hop/future bass producer Champagne Drip and there’s no sign of slowing down. DJ Lonely Stacks, Matt Wax and Prajekt also performing. 9 pm. $5.

26 Saturday The Belfry The Weather Machine PICK The five-piece found its roots in the Pacific

SHOW PREVIEW: THE USUAL SUSPECT Riff Raff is an Enigma Wrapped in a Cornrow There are far worse rappers on the radio and definitely more annoying personalities that take up our airwaves, but why exactly is Riff Raff famous? Is it simply the idea of a white gangster rapper trying desperately to become a mixture of Scarface and Master P that makes us want to watch?

Riff Raff was born Horst Simcoe in Houston, Texas, in 1982. His parents were a maid and a Vietnam War vet with PTSD who managed a Wal-Mart.

Riff Raff was the middle child, growing up in love with basketball and Vanilla Ice. Raised in a suburb, he was outside the Houston rap scene and spent most of his time playing basketball.

His neighbors described him as a “shy, clean-cut kid” and a “bookworm.”

Fast forward a decade and Horst reappears as Riff Raff, coated in diamonds, ridiculous tattoos, a zig-zag beard right out of a ‘90s boy band, notched eyebrows and a bedazzled grill. Horst had either gone through a profound personality overhaul or he had created the perfect caricature of

Northwest’s unique folk aesthetic, but has since developed hard-hitting, theatrical rock performance. 8 pm. $12.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards The

Substitutes Central Oregon’s rock and roll border patrol, the Substitutes. Enjoy a glass of wine, a wood-fired pizza, and dance the night away!

Call for a reservation! 6-9 pm. $5.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Karaoke 8 pm.

M&J Tavern 5 Pint Mary The turkey has been

picked clean and the leftovers are staring at you.

By Jared Rasic what he thought America wanted from their famous people. Regardless of the motives, Riff Raff was out of the bottle and there was no putting him back in.

Around 2008 he made his own rap CDs and passed them out at malls. In 2016 he’s hanging out with Drake and Justin Bieber after James Franco played a version of him in “Spring Breakers.”

I think I figured it out. Riff Raff is the Keyser Soze of the rap game.

As soon as the world is tired of his shenanigans, he’ll convince the world he didn’t exist and just like that... he’ll be gone. SW

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The Capitol Hundred Dollar Boobs To celebrate the one year anniversary of our online variety show, we’re bringing it to you live! Live characters! Hilarious videos! Gogo dancers! Prizes! 21+. 8 pm. $12.

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Riff Raff

Friday, Feb. 24, 7pm Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend $18-$75

CLUBS What do you do to counteract the triptophan that tells you to sleep? Get up and boogie. Come dance an Irish jig while 5 Pint Mary sing irish songs of old that help the whiskey warm you!

9 pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Free

of Austin, TX, a band committed to fostering community and creating healing energy through lyric-driven and harmony-laden soulful Americana music. With Austin Quattlebaum opening.

8 pm. $5.

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Northside Bar & Grill Juju Eyeball Local Beatles cover band! 8:30 pm.

Strictly Organic Coffee - Old Mill Coyote

Various Locations - Bend Public (Rock)

Willow From folk, blues, rock to intriguingly complex instrumentals, creating beautiful music with grit that will have you laughing, crying, dancing and celebrating the rhythms of life. 1-3 pm. No cover.

The Summit Saloon & Stage DJ Steele

21+. 9 pm. No cover.

The Capitol SPL It’s been a busy 12 months

for drip hop/future bass producer Champagne Drip and there’s no sign of slowing down. DJ Lonely Stacks, Matt Wax and Prajekt also performing. 9 pm. $5.

The Old Iron Works Blackflowers

Blacksun Last Saturday celebration sponsored

by Fox Clayworks and The Old Iron Works. 6-9 pm. No cover.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Boxcar Stringband Three man rock and roll blues machine that plays an eclectic mix of old rock and roll, blues, hillbilly rock and rockabilly music. With Ashland’s John Dough Boys opening. 9 pm. $5.

27 Sunday Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Dogwood Cocktail Cabin Locals Night— DJDMP & Friends A night of soul, hip-hop and electronica with DJDMP and friends, plus 25% off everything on the menu all night long (with local id). 9 pm. No cover.

Strictly Organic Coffee - Old Mill Paul

Eddy Grab an afternoon cup with Northwest troubadour Paul Eddy. Originals and forgotten gems, every other Sunday. Every other Sunday, 3-5 pm. No cover.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Odell Fox

& Austin Quattlebaum Odell Fox, a two-man singing and songwriting operation based out

PICK Volcanic Theatre Pub Groove Session GrooveSession is a true throwback and good old fashioned rock band uniting fans with a funky flare and positive message. A multigenre blend of rock ‘n’ roll that they call “movin’ groovin’ music.” 9 pm. $8 adv., $10 door.

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Astro Lounge Open Mic 8 pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Choir Fun, non-threatening group where people of all ages and skill levels have the chance to sing loud. No experience needed. Contemporary rock and pop music, no hymns. First time is free. Visit singbend.com for locations and membership discount pricing details. 5:45-8 pm. $0-$16.

Cabin 22 Bobby Lindstrom & Friends Bluesman Bobby Lindstrom and Ed the Whistler with their groovy rock ‘n’ roll, blues, and Bobby’s original stories in a show you don’t want to miss! 6-9 pm. No cover.

Checker’s Pub Talent/Open Mic 6-8 pm.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

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M&J Tavern Open Mic 6:30 pm.

Astro Lounge Trivia Tuesdays Bring your

team or join one! Usually six categories of various themes. 8 pm. No cover.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Ukulele Jam

All ages. 6:30 pm. No cover.

M&J Tavern Dave Nogueras One man Brings Frank Zappa style covers of all your favorites.

9 pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Karaoke

7 pm.

PICK McMenamins Old St. Francis School Loch Lomond Unique brand of raw

symphonic chamber pop. Loch Lomond boasts a well-plotted dynamism and a knack for intriguing storytelling. Intimately folksy but compellingly orchestral. 7 pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Open Mic 6-9 pm.

Northside Bar & Grill The Cutmen 6 pm.

The Lot Open Mic 6 pm. No cover.

Seven Nightclub Bend Comedy Open Mic Sign up at 7 pm. Five minutes or two songs of stage time. All performance types are welcome.

8-10 pm. Free.

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The Blacksmith Restaurant NTT

3 Goats Coffee Co. Banjo Jam An evening of live music, award-winning coffee, food, and fun for the whole family. First Thursday of every month, 5:30-7:30 pm. Free.

The Lot Trivia at The Lot Bring your team or join one. Enjoy the heated seats, brews, and tasty eats while rubbing elbows with Bend’s smartest smartipants who love trivia. A rotating host comes up with six questions in six different categories. 6-8 pm. Free.

Astro Lounge Heartbreak Bandits Outlaw

(deb&kev) It’s NTT’s last night at Blacksmith for the year, playing re-interpretations of your favorite music! 6-8 pm. No cover.

Velvet Eric Leadbetter His solo music is very

unique and original, with ghostly echoes of the golden age of rock from the ‘60s-’70s. 8-10 pm.

No cover.

cowboy crooner Jerry Bullets belts out country classics with his rowdy band Heartbreak Bandits. Authentic '70s country sound and an eclectic songlist with a few Bandits originals. 9 pm.

The Barrel Thief Lounge at Oregon Spirit Distillers Local Spirit Thursdays Join

us in our lounge for a celebration of local music and craft spirits. Featuring a different local artist each week. 6-8 pm. No cover.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Kelly D’s Banquet Room 97 Comedy

Presents Bringing you top comedians from around the US! First Thursday of every month, 8-11 pm. $15.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar 97 Comedy

Presents 97 Comedy Presents brings you top comedians from around the nation as well as right here in Central Oregon. Acts such as Justin Rivera, Key Lewis, and Jeff Arcuri. As seen on Comedy Central, Fox, NBC, and more. First Thursday of every month, 8-11 pm. $15.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Free

Country Swing Dance Lessons No partner needed. 8 pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Silver Foxes

7:30 pm.

Strictly Organic Coffee Company Open Mic 6 pm. No cover.

The Summit Saloon & Stage Comedy

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Dance Lessons Come learn the popular line dances to your favorite country songs every Saturday! 9 pm. No cover.

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Ring in winter and send a prayer up to the snow gods during 10 Barrel's annual Pray for Snow Party at its brewing facility, 11/25. Courtesy of 10 Barrel Brewing Co.

Competition Comedians from all over Central Oregon battle for your votes. Hosted by Katy Ipock. First Thursday of every month, 8-9:30 pm. $5.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Branches Through both sing-along celebration and solitary longing, Branches offer their own brand of harmony-driven indie-rock, with elements of folk-instrumentation and pop-inspiration. 9 pm. $8 adv., $10 door. SW

EVENTS

CALENDAR Bella Acappella Harmony Chorus

Big Band Tuesday & Lunch People over 60 years of age can enjoy big-band music and dancing performed by Alley Cats, 10:30-11:30 am.

Free or low-cost lunch served from 11 am-12:30 pm. Join us for a fun-filled day of great music and food. Tuesdays, 10:30am. Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St. Cascade Highlanders Pipe Band Practice The Cascade Highlanders Pipe Band is a

traditional bagpipe and drum band with members from the Central Oregon area. Experienced pipers and drummers are welcome to attend, along with those who are interested in taking up piping and would like to find out what it would take to learn and eventually join our group. Mondays, 5:30-7pm. Bend Church of the Nazarene, 1270 NE 27th St. 541-633-3225. Free.

Community Orchestra of Central Oregon All musicians welcome. No auditions.

Join rehearsals for a Fall and a Holiday concert.

Expenses are covered by a monthly fee. Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm. Cascade Middle School, 19619 SW Mountaineer Way. 541-306-6768.

Public (Rock) Choir Fun, non-threatening group where people of all ages and skill levels have the chance to sing loud. No experience needed. Contemporary rock and pop music, no hymns. First time is free. Visit singbend.com for locations and membership discount pricing details. Mondays, 5:45-8pm. Through Jan. 1.

Various Locations - Bend. 541-728-3798. $0-$16.

Rockin’ Holiday Kickoff Performances by The Bells of Sunriver, the Christmas acoustic sounds of Bart Hafeman, Bend High Choir, The Victorian Carolers and The Hit Machine! Play Elf Plinko, enjoy face painting with Elsa and Anna from Frozen, coffee/cocoa, craft station, pictures with Santa Nov. 26, 2-7pm. The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Dr. Free.

Beginning Adult Ballet Whether your goal is to dance ballet or gain flexibility, this class is for you! This class is designed for men and women to tone and tighten your body while learning the fundamentals of ballet with beauty, grace and strength and sweat. Wednesdays, 8:159:15pm. Get a Move On Studio, 63076 NE 18th St. Suite 140. $12 drop in $10 with a friend.

Bend Ecstatic Dance Dance your own dance in your own way in a supportive community of kindred spirits. Come explore free form movement, connection, and self-expression, guided by rich, diverse soundscapes. Visit: BendEcstaticDance.com or FB Bend Ecstatic Dance.

Tuesdays, 7pm. Bend Masonic Center, 1036 NE 8th St. 360-870-6093. $10-$20.

DanceFit High cardio dance fitness class that

uses hip-hop and pop music with a combination of dance and fitness moves to give you a full body workout! Mondays-Wednesdays-Thursdays, 7-8pm. Get a Move On Studio, 63076 NE 18th St. Suite 140. 541-420-1164. $7.

Dances of Universal Peace Celebrating

the human spirit through movement, song and silence, honoring the world’s many spiritual traditions. Beginners welcome! Every dance fully taught. Tues, Nov. 29, 6:30-8pm. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd. 541-385-3908. $3-$5.

Group Class & Ballroom Dance Get your dance on at our Friday night group class and dance! Class topic changes weekly. No experience or partner necessary. Ages 16-plus.

All proceeds donated to Bend’s Community Center. Fridays, 7pm. Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St. 541-314-4398. $5 per person includes the class & dance.

“The Nutcracker” A child’s tale by Students of Academie de Ballet Classique. Nov. 27, 1pm.

Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St. $18 adults, $11 students, children under 6 free.

Pas De Chat Ballet A class designed for the

DANCE

early development of rhythm and movement for toddlers (ages 3-4). Children learn self- discipline, listening skills, coordination and patterns of movement all while enjoying the music and having fun. Mondays, 9-9:45am. Get a Move On Studio, 63076 NE 18th St. Suite 140. 541-6477917. $12 drop in, $10 with a friend.

Adult Jazz Dance Class Intermediate level

Scottish Country Dance Weekly Class

adult jazz dance class with members of Jazz Dance Collective. First class is free. Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm. Get a Move On Studio, 63076 NE 18th St. Suite 140. 541-410-8451. $10.

Argentine Tango Class & Práctica Beginning tango class 6:30-7:30 pm followed by two hours of practice from 7:30-9:30 pm. Individualized attention for beginner dancers in a friendly and supportive environment. No partner needed!

Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd. $5.

Argentine Tango Milonga Tango dancing

every 4th Saturday. For all levels of dancers. No partner needed! Fourth Saturday of every month,

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Medal-winning Bella Acappella seeks women and girls who love to sing and harmonize. Bella teaches and performs four-part acappella harmony and welcomes singers with high and low voices, all levels and ages 15 and above.

Tuesdays, 5:45-9pm. Bend Senior Center, 1600 SE Reed Market Rd. 541-460-3474. $30 month.

7:30-10:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd. $5.

Photo by Tambi Lane

MUSIC

No experience or Scottish heritage necessary.

Weekly classes include beginner & advanced dances. Mondays, 7-9pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd. First class is free, future classes are $5.

West African Dance Class Cultural dance experience to live drumming by Bend’s Fe Fanyi West African Drum & Dance Troupe! Learn movement to traditional rhythms of the Western region of Africa. Taught by Shannon Abero and live music led by David Visiko. Mondays, 7-8pm.

Cascade Indoor Sports: Skating Rink Side, 20775 NE High Desert Ln. 818-636-2465. $10.

Celebrate courageous women at the Project Brave Heart holiday event at Brave Collective, 12/1.

FILM EVENTS

LOCAL ARTS

PICK ”A Christmas Story” Toys for Tots brings you “A Christmas Story” holiday party to kick off the season! Bring an unwrapped toy for your chance to win cool prizes; plus, we’ll have a photo booth with Ralphie, a soap eating contest, and more! Nov. 25, 7:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St. $12 kids, $18 adults.

Art & Wine, Oh My! Local artists will guide you through replicating the night’s featured image. Food and beverage available for purchase.

Register online. Tuesdays, 6pm. Level 2, 360 SW Powerhouse Dr. Suite 210. 541-213-8083. $35-$45.

Holiday Movie Series Celebrate the holiday

season with Sunriver during our Holiday Movie Series. Nov. 25, 7pm. Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr.

“Margarita, with a Straw” LGBTQ movie night. A rebellious young woman with cerebral palsy leaves her home in India to study in New York, unexpectedly falls in love. Nov. 28, 7pm.

Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr. $5.

Two Artists View Oregon Artists Michelle Oberg and Jennifer Ware-Kempcke invite you to view their show of recent paintings at Juniper Brewing. Their paintings portray the scenery and lifestyle of Oregon but especially the Bend/ Redmond area. Wednesdays. Through Dec. 2.

Juniper Brewing Company, 1950 SW Badger Ave. Suite 103, Redmond. 541-548-2739. Free.

Announcing Call for Artists & Photographers Call for artists and photographers

for “Winter Fun” Dec. 3-Feb. 3 exhibition.The pre-registration deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 23.

NOV 26

The Domino Room Presents

UNTITLED IMPROV’S BLACK FRIDAY BONANZA!

AESOP ROCK W HOMEBOY SANDMAN

NOV 26

NOV 27

The Volcanic Theatre Pub Presents

NOV 25

2nd Street Theater Presents

The Belfry Presents

WEATHER MACHINE

ODELL FOX & AUSTIN QUATTLEBAUM

EVENTS Complete and submit your Google “Art Submission Form” available at: http://goo.gl/forms/PTmMnIH8te6q6hpn1. Nov. 23, 8am-9pm. Looking Glass Imports & Cafe, 150 NE Bend River Mall Dr. Suite 260. 541-225-5775. Free.

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Artist Reception Local artist featured for a full month in the Humm brewery. Artist receptions the first Thursday of each month are held with local music and snacks from Agricultural Connections and Locavore. Guests receive a complimentary glass of kombucha! First Thursday of every month, 4-6pm. Humm Kombucha, 1125 NE 2nd St. 541-306-6329. Free.

Artventure with Judy Artist-led painting

PICK It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play Six actors bring to life dozens of

characters from the beloved film classic. By placing the emphasis on characters, voices and the script, this version of the show brings new life to the tear-jerking story of the trials and tribulations of George Bailey. Thursdays-Sundays, 7:30-10pm. Through Dec. 18. CTC Cascade Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood Ave. 541-389-0803. $20 adults, $16 seniors, $13 students.

Untitled Improv’s Black PICK Friday Bonanza Starting off the night will be local improv group Triage, followed by Untitled Improv Company. Then stick around for our jam, where you can put your name in the hat and try your hand at improv on the stage! Nov. 25, 9pm.

2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette Ave. $8.

event! No experience necessary! Fee includes supplies. Pre-register and see upcoming images at artventurewithjudy.com. Tuesdays, 6-9pm.

Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Ln. 541410-3267. $25 pre-paid.

VOLUNTEERS

Into the Woods: Holiday Shopping Market A hand-selected peek at some of the

350Deschutes Climate Advocacy & Education Use your special talents to encourage

best gifts in Bend! Find all your holiday gifts in one place or even stock up for the year! Our “give what you can” suggested entrance donation supports two local non-profits that matter (World MUSE and Branches from Bend). Nov. 26, 10am4pm and Nov. 27, 10am-4pm. Liberty Theatre, 849 NW Wall St. 541-639-7728.

Coloring Book Artist Dave Ember

awareness of the need for meaningful climate action. We organize with leaders at schools, faith communities, nonprofit groups, and people in the community. Speak or organize educational events, attend rallies, write or do art about the climate.

After School Mentoring—Teens/College Students/Adults Needed Female

Color with artist Dave Ember and hear about the inspiration behind his National Parks adult coloring book series. Books available for sale.

Nov. 28, 6-7pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St. 541-312-1032. Nov. 29, 6-7pm.

Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. 541-312-1032. Free.

mentors are needed to serve 4th-5th or 6th-8th grade girls in weekly after school programs in Bend. Mentors must be 14 or older. Female adults and college students are encouraged to volunteer to change the lives of young girls.

Afterschoolbuddies.org. After School Buddies, 62595 Hamby Rd. 541-390-3046.

Small Business Last Saturday Join us for Small Business Last Saturday! Annual $10 Gift Sale, 9am-5pm. Art opening for Karen Eland 6-10pm. Single release party for This Island Earth who will start playing at 8pm with a special dance performance by Anna Witham. Nov. 26, 9am-10pm. The Workhouse, 50 SE Scott St. Suite 6. theworkhousebend.com. Free.

Bend Car Wash Available for High School Fundraisers Bend Car Wash is

Small Wonders Exhibit Featured, Nov. 22 – Dec. 31: Small Wonders Exhibit. Gallery artist share small format works of all media, inviting art collectors to give the gift of art. Reception on Fourth Friday Art Stroll, Nov. 25. Live music and refreshments, free and open to the public. Nov. 25, 4-7pm. Hood Avenue Art, 357 W Hood Ave., Sisters. 541-719-1800. Free.

PRESENTATIONS

Complete Relaxation Empowers Everyday Life Join us to learn about a simple

practice which guarantees complete relaxation, mental and emotional stability, harmony in your relationships and much more. You will be empowered to tap into your natural power of benefit.

Register at meetup.com/Balanced-View-Bend.

Dec. 1, 6:45-8pm. East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Rd. $10-$20 donation.

Skyliners – The Early Years: 1927– 1941 Skyliners, Bend’s first ski club, was the

brainchild of three Norwegians and a Swede. The outdoor club was born out of a search and rescue effort in the Three Sisters area in September 1927. Nov. 29, 7pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St. Free.

THEATER

“Elf The Musical JR.” Bend Experimental Art Theater tells the tale of Buddy the Elf, which is written and designed around kids playing all the roles. . Thurs, Dec. 1. 2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette Ave. $12-$18.

Free Volcanic Actors Studio Acting Workshop Conducted by Derek Sitter. Nov. 30, 7pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr. Free.

opening its doors to to give groups of highschools an opportunity to conduct a fundraiser.

Their cause is up to them! Bend Car Wash will contribute all training, car wash and vacuum resources to the event, at no cost to the group.

The events are usually 3 hours long. The groups’ size may range from 4 to 20 members. For further details reach Jim Davis at 541-306-4700 or by email: jdavis@carwashbend.com. Bend Car Wash, 225 NE Quimby Ave.

Fences For Fido Help free dogs from chains!

We are seeking volunteers to come out and help us build fences for dogs who live on chains. No experience is required. Sign up on Facebook: FFF Central Oregon Region Volunteers or Bend Canine Friends Meet Up group. More information can be found at fencesforfido.org.

Gatekeeper Program Through the

Gatekeeper program, you would help us train community business staff and volunteers who may come into contact with seniors and adults with disabilities, to recognize warning signs that can indicate abuse, neglect, or an increased need for services or care. We also give examples of Gatekeeper referrals and how COCOA is able to connect clients with needed services and programs. Council on Aging of Central Oregon, 373 NE Greenwood Ave. 541-678-5483.

Giving Tuesday Giving Tuesday is held

annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving to kick-off the holiday giving season. Last year, more than 45,000 organizations in 71 countries came together to celebrate Giving Tuesday. Since its founding in 2012, Giving Tuesday has inspired giving around the world, resulting in greater donations, volunteer hours. Nov. 29. KIDS Center, 1375 NW Kingston Ave. 541-383-5958.

Make Your Mark at Bend Spay+Neuter!

We are looking for compassionate, awesome people to join our incredible team of volunteers.

Whether you want to give your time in the clinic, or you want to be out and about at festivals, or helping with our community cat population, we can definitely use your unique talents. Bend Spay+Neuter Project, 910 SE Wilson Ave. Suite B1. 541-617-1010.

EVENTS

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT

Mentor Heart of Oregon Corps is a nonprofit

that inspires and empowers positive change in youth through education, jobs, and stewardship.

For more information or to become a mentor, contact Amanda at 541-526-1380. Heart of Oregon YouthBuild, 68797 George Cyrus Rd.

Volunteer—BCC Bend’s Community Center

Volunteer Drivers Needed Volunteer drivers needed to transport veterans to the Bend VA Clinic and Portland VA Hospital. Must have clean driving record and be able to pass VA-provided physical and screening. Call Paul at 541-6472363 for more details.

Warehouse Sorting & Pricing The Brightside Thrift Store in Redmond is looking for volunteers to receive donations, sort, and price items.

The Brightside Thrift Store’s success is critical to the operations of our high-save shelter and our volunteers at the thrift store contribute directly to the care of our animals by making sure that

CLASSES

chant Buddhist Mantras in Japanese. Reservations required. Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri, 10:30am4pm. Custom Built Computers Of Redmond, 439 SW 6th St. 541-848-1255. $10.

the power of acrobatics. No partner necessary!

Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave. 541-550-8550. $7-$15.

Capoeira Experience this exciting martial art form of Afro Brazilian origins which incorporates music and acrobatic movements. For adults and teens. Mondays, 6:50-8:15pm and Thursdays, 6:50-8:15pm. Sortor Karate, 63056 Lower Meadow Dr. $30, two week intro.

African Dance Classes are taught in a friend-

Chair Tai Chi Designed for people who have

ly, welcoming, and fun environment, and you will leave every class with a smile on your face and joy in your heart! Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm.

Gotta Dance Studio, 917 NE Eighth St. 541-3220807. $12.

limited mobility and cannot stand for a long time.

Join the live session on Zoom email arawak327@ hotmail to register. Fridays, 11:30am-12:30pm.

Through Dec. 30. Grandmaster Franklin, 16405 First St., La Pine. 623-203-4883. $10.

Beginning Aerial Central Oregon Aerial

DIY Sheet Metal Art Learn more at DIYCave.

AcroYoga Join Deven Sisler to experience how

Arts is the premier, professional aerial silks acrobatics program with locations in both Bend and Sisters! Wednesdays-Saturdays-Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Central Oregon Aerial Arts, 63017 NE 18th St. 775-342-8710. $17.

Buddhist Mantras Chanting Explore the spiritual insights and learn how to correctly

com. Nov. 27, 1pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. 541-388-2283. $65.

Doc to Table: Filling in the Gaps in Our Healthcare This discussion will explore the

gaps that currently exist in our healthcare continuum and why they may be killing us. In order to have true complimentary medicine, we need to

assure that there is care and coaching available all of the way from the doctors advice to the kitchen table. Dec. 1, 11:30am-12:45pm. Looking Glass Imports & Cafe, 150 NE Bend River Mall Dr. Suite 260. 541-225-5775. Free.

Figure Drawing Salon Develop your skills

at our live model figure drawing salon hosted by Workhouse studio members Christian Brown and Abney Wallace. This drop-in salon features a live nude model. Tuesdays, 7-9pm. The Workhouse, 50 SE Scott St. Suite 6. 347-564-9080. $15.

German Conversation Group With a tutor to learn conversational German. Mondays, 7-8pm. In Sisters, various locations. 541-5950318. Cost is variable.

Intro to TIG Learn more at DIYCave.com. Nov. 29, 5:30pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. 541-3882283. $70.

It’s Just Paint Join us for a night of fun! It’s okay if you’ve never painted. This is a guided class great for all ages. The painting is broken out in easy steps. Nov. 30, 6-8pm. Looking Glass Imports & Cafe, 150 NE Bend River Mall Dr. Suite 260. 541-225-5775. $35.

Bend South clinic OPEN NOV. 30

Family Care Immediate Care Physical Therapy

The first clinic of its kind in Central Oregon, this location will offer Family Care, Immediate Care, Physical Therapy, Lab and Imaging Services - all under one roof.

St. Charles Family Care provides comprehensive family medical care aimed at treating the whole patient — and paying attention to all areas of medical need. Our wide range of patient family health services includes: • Routine and preventive care for all ages • Pediatrics • Behavioral health • Women’s health • Sports and travel medicine • Minor surgery

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has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals over age 6. If interested in volunteering go to bendscommunitycenter.org or call 541312-2069 for more information. Wednesdays.

Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St.

all of our donations are processed and ready to purchase. Brightside Animal Thrift Store, 838 NW 5th St. 541-504-0101.

EVENTS

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT Alchemy Temple, 2150 NE Studio Rd. 509-4568315. Donation.

Grassroots Cribbage Club Newcomers welcome. For info contact Sue at 541-382-6281.

Mondays, 6-9pm. Bend Elks Lodge, 63120 Boyd Acres Rd. $1 to $13.

Holiday Farm & Garden Boutique Join us for a Festive Holiday Boutique! You will love our unique gift selections and our Farm House Style Christmas Decor will get your home ready for the Holidays! We are located right in the heart of the Old Farm District! Fridays-Saturdays, 11am-5pm. Through Dec. 17. Celebrate the Season, 61430 Brosterhous Rd. 541-244-2536.

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Holiday Shopping in Downtown Bend (with Prizes) Shop Downtown Bend on Satur-

day, Nov. 26—be a part of our Passport event and be entered to with $1,000’s of dollars in prizes that we are waiting to giveaway! Specials sales and free treats! Don’t miss this special day in Downtown Bend! Nov. 26, 10am-6pm. Downtown Bend, Corner of Wall Street and Newport Avenue. 360-393-8992.

Indies First Join us on Small Business SatHoliday wreath and table centerpiece workshop with Baylor Chapman at Celebrate the Season, 11/25.

Japanese Group Lesson We offer group lessons for both beginners and intermediate students for Japanese for all ages. Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Wabi Sabi, 830 NW Wall St. 541-6337205. $10 plus material fees.

Relaxation & Rejuvenation Class En-

hance relaxation, positive focus, inner awareness and rejuvenation. Experience a deeper breathing exercise, ways to quiet the mind chatter and open the heart to nurturing love. We will finish with a deep relaxed meditation. Nov. 28, 1010:45am and 12-12:30pm. Bend Golf & Country Club, 61045 Country Club Dr. 971-217-6576. $8-$10.

Oriental Palm Reading Discover how the brain, nerves, and lines connect in palmistry.

Reservation required. Mondays-Tuesdays-Thursdays-Fridays, noon-5pm. Custom Built Computers Of Redmond, 439 SW 6th St. 541-383-5031. $20 an hour. Discover how the brain, nerves, and lines connect in palmistry. Wednesdays, 6-7pm.

Wabi Sabi, 830 NW Wall St. 541-848-1255. $10.

Tai Chi A free Tai Chi class open to the Bend

Community centered on a gentle and basic form for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, but will introduce more aspects of Tai Chi as the class

progresses. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9:30-11am.

Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St. 541-548-1086. Free.

Traversing Transition Casual facilitated meetings to work with transition. Normally, two Wednesdays a month. Trained facilitator Sandy Thompson (author “The Grace of Curves”) has led life of change-on-change. Eventually, learning to manage, even love, transition. She’s happy to share techniques and ideas. Wed, Nov. 30, 6:30-8pm. The Wilds, 30 SW Century Dr. Suite 120. 415-944-0471. Donation.

Upcycled Leather Bracelets Learn more at DIYCave.com. Wed, Nov. 30, 5:30pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. 541-388-2283. $50.

West African Drumming Level 1

Learn traditional rhythms, and experience the brain-enhancing, healing and joyful benefits of West African drumming from experienced teacher David Visiko. This is a beginner class open to anyone who has ever been drawn to drumming!

Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm. Home Studio, 63198 NE de Havilland St. 541-760-3204. $15.

West African Drumming Level 3 Build on your knowledge, technique, and performance

skills. Teacher/troupe director David Visiko and members of Fe Fanyi study, practice and play joyfully. Thursdays, 7-8:30pm. Home Studio, 63198 NE de Havilland St. 541-760-3204. $15.

EVENTS

Bend Chamber Holiday Party Enjoy an

evening at the High Desert Museum for the Bend Chamber’s annual holiday party. Members and non-members are invited to mingle over delicious food and cold libations. Dance the night away with Flip Flop Sounds. Dec. 1, 5:30-8:30pm.

High Desert Museum, 59800 S Hwy 97. 541-3823221. $15-$20 Chamber members, $20-$25 GA.

Community Healing Night Intuitive

readings, energetic healing, and bodywork in exchange for canned and dry foods in support of Neighbor Impact food bank. First Thursday of every month, 5-7pm. Old Stone Performing Arts Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave. 541-389-1159.

Crystal Bowl Harmonic Sound Bath

Experience the soothing tones of crystal and Tibetan bowls, plus crystal pyramids. Align with the new Earth energies flowing across our planet. Activate the your inner master. Bring a pad, pillow and a friend. Nov. 27, 7-8:30pm. Sol

urday to celebrate independent bookstores and their impact on our communities. We’ll be hosting local authors Jane Kirkpatrick and Amber Keyser, who will be recommending some of their personal favorite reads. We’re also raffling off a basket built for book lovers! Nov. 26, 10am-4pm.

Herringbone Books, 422 SW Sixth St. 541-5261491. Free.

Indies First/Small Business Saturday

Free mimosas while they last. 11:30am: Ellen Shelton reading from “A Cat Named Clyde.”

1-2pm: Guest author bookseller Amber Keyser.

2-4pm: Guest author bookseller Kim Cooper Findling. Galley giveaways. 10% off new paperbacks, 20% off new hardbacks, 30% off used books, all day long, today only! Nov. 26, 9am-6pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave. 541-7492010. Free.

Preventative Walk-in Pet Wellness Clinic First come, first served. Vaccines, micro-

chips, toenail trims, and de-worming available.

Service fees can be found at bendsnip.org. Saturdays, 10am. Bend Spay & Neuter Project, 910 SE Wilson Ave. A-1.

Project Brave Heart Holiday Event

Please join us at Brave Collective, a women’s boutique on Century Drive, for the Project Brave Heart holiday event. It’s our time to gather to celebrate the courage of three Bend women

Happy

Thanksgiving

LaPaw Animal Hospital, PC Deborah A. LaPaugh, VMD Angie Untisz, DVM 541-389-3902 1288 SW Simpson Ave., Bend

EVENTS who are facing life threatening diseases. Great desserts and wine from Good Drop Wine shop.

Amazing raffle prizes! Dec. 1, 5:30-9pm. Brave Collective, 133 Century Blvd. 541-408-4755. Free.

Salvation Army & Bend Fire Santa Express Donation Site Drop off site for

Shop Small Saturday This holiday season, the merchants and community of Downtown Bend invite you to spend Small Business Saturday exploring lovely Downtown Bend! Pick up a Passport at the Downtown Bend Business Association’s booth in front of Mockingbird Gallery downtown on Wall Street and Minnesota. Nov. 26, 10am-6pm. Downtown Bend, Corner of Wall Street and Newport Avenue. 360-393-8992. Free.

Starfest From Thanksgiving to New Years enjoy Starfest, a mile long animated holiday light exhibit adjacent to the Lodge along Falcon Crest Drive. Everyone is welcome to take a complimentary self-guided tour of the light show or ride on a guided horse-drawn wagon every Friday and Saturday. Nov. 23-Dec. 31, 4-10pm.

Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Rd. 541923-2453. $10 adults, $5 children for wagon rides.

SENIOR EVENTS

Senior Social Program Monday, Wednesday and Friday senior brunch will be served from 10-11am for $2. Social hour Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday social hours 10-1pm.

Closed Thursdays. Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays, 10am-1pm. Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St. 541-312-2069. Free to attend.

MEETINGS

Thought Changes Everything—Jane Hiatt We are powerful creators. That creation

begins with a thought. We assume we understand thinking because our minds are cluttered with thoughts all the time; typically this mental jumble is more like a flea market of used ideas than a breathtaking new creation. Join us Sunday to explore audacious thinking. Nov. 27, 5:15-6:30pm. Spiritual Awareness Community at Old Stone Church, 157 NW Franklin Ave. 541385-1332. Free.

Adelines’ Showcase Chorus Practice

For more information call Diane at 541-447-4756 or showcasechorus.org. Mondays, 6:30-9pm.

Redmond Senior Center, 325 NW Dogwood Ave.

Evolutionary SELF-Healing Through guided imagery, you’ll learn how to tap into your internal power. You are an expression of source though your SELF (Source Energy Life Force).

Virtually painless while highly expansive. Thursdays, 6:30-8pm. Sol Alchemy Temple, 2150 NE Studio Rd. 541-390-8534. Free.

Marijuana Anonymous Meeting Mari-

juana Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share our experience, strength, and hope with each other that we may recover from marijuana addiction. There are no dues or fees, each meeting is self-supporting through voluntary contributions. MA is not affiliated with any religious institutions. More info at madistrict11.org.

Mondays, 4:45-5:45pm. Serenity Lane, 601 NW Harmon Blvd. 503-567-9892. Free.

NAMI Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support Group Mondays, 7-9pm. First United

Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St. 541-4808269. Free.

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting

Mondays-noon-Saturdays, 9:30am and Thursdays-noon. First United Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St. 541-306-6844. Free. Wednesdays, 4pm. Redmond Senior Center, 325 NW Dogwood Ave. 541-306-6844. Free.

Public Crime Prevention Meeting Deschutes County District Attorney John Hummel will be hosting six public meetings throughout the county to discuss crime and community safety issues. Nov. 30, 6-7:30pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St. 541-3173175. Free.

Socrates Cafe Group People from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the Socratic Method. Open to all. Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-8pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave. 541749-2010. Free.

Spanish Club Spanish language study and

conversation group. All levels welcome. Thursdays, 3:30-5pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave. 541-749-2010. Free.

Synching Our Stories Joanna Macy wrote,

Al-Anon Family Groups 12-step group for

“We are not doomed to domination and suicidal competition. We can choose another story. This is the great turning.” On this Thanksgiving weekend, what is the story we choose and what does it ask of us? Nov. 27, 10:30-11:30am. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd. 541-385-3908. Free.

Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to

Thanksgiving Alcathon Meetings & Potluck Meetings and potluck all day, bring

friends and families of alcoholics. Check afginfo. org or call 541-728-3707 for times and locations.

Ongoing.

drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous. Hotline: 541-548-0440. Ongoing. Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St. 541-548-0440.

Bend Chamber Toastmasters Toastmasters is a place to develop and grow your public speaking and leadership skills. Whether an executive, stay-at-home parent, college student or retiree, you will improve by giving better presentations and participating in meetings.

Wednesdays, noon-1pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave. Free.

Cool Cars and Coffee All makes, models

welcome. Saturdays, 8am. C.E. Lovejoy’s Brookswood Market, 19530 Amber Meadow Dr.

Emotions Anonymous 12-step program.

(Use NW Kansas Ave. entrance) Thursdays, 10:30-11:30am. First United Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St. 954-562-8487. Free.

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non-perishable food and toys for Bend Fire’s Santa Express and Salvation Army/Toys for Tots.

We will give you a 10 percent off coupon for your toy donation. Mondays-Fridays, 7am-4:30pm.

Through Dec. 15. Firkus Plumbing, 558 SE Glenwood Dr. 541-382-7710. Free.

Epilepsy Support Group Meet up Our group welcomes families and individuals struggling with a new epilepsy diagnosis or a life long experience with a seizure disorder. Every third Saturday, 4-5pm. Through May 20. St. Charles Heart & Lung Center Conference Room, 2500 NE Neff Rd. 503-360-6452. Free.

a dish to share. Meetings begin every hour between 8am and 5pm. 7pm speaker meeting Nov. 24, 8am-8pm. Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St. 541-610-6624. Free.

Italian Conversation Group Join our weekly informal Italian conversation group at Dudley’s. No textbooks, no homework, no instructor: just come and have fun. We welcome all skill levels from beginner to expert. Saturdays, 10-11:30am. Through Jan. 7. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave. 541 749 2010. Free.

Women’s Cancer Support Group For the newly diagnosed and survivors of cancer. For information call: Judy, 541-728-0767. Candy, 907-209-8181. Thursdays, 1-3pm. Looking Glass Imports & Cafe, 150 NE Bend River Mall Dr. Suite 260. Free. SW

Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 3 P.M. & 7 P.M.

A Ballet for Everyone

Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 3 P.M.

Choreography: Zygmunt & Sarah Sawiel Music: Peter I. Tchaikovsky

Bend Senior High School Auditorium Adults: $20 • Children (12 & Under): $10 At the Door - Adults: $24 • Children (12 & Under): $12

TO PURCHASE TICKETS:

www.centraloregonschoolofballet.com

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100% Vegan Friendly Santa shares the holiday spirit when he arrives by helicopter to the Les Schwab Amphitheater, 11/25.

Animal Adventures Age 3+ years. Live ani-

mals, stories, crafts with High Desert Museum.

Tues, Nov. 29, 10am. La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St. Free. Tues, Nov. 29, noon. Sunriver Area Public Library, 56855 Venture Ln. Free. Age 3+ years. Live animals, stories, crafts with High Desert Museum. Wed, Nov. 30, 1-2pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St. Free.

Catering Available!

Happy Thanksgiving from the Pho Viet Family Closed on Thanksgiving Day

* Now Open Sundays

541.382.2929 * 1326 NE 3rd St. Bend PhoVietAndCafe.com

Annual NorthWest Crossing Tree Lighting Ceremony NorthWest Crossing will

be lighting the 65-foot Ponderosa pine located in the breezeway between presenting sponsor Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate and All Mixed-Up in its neighborhood center on N.W. Crossing Drive. This fun holiday tradition will help to bring people together and kick off December just right. Dec. 1, 6-7pm. NorthWest Crossing, 2672 NW Crossing Dr. 541-382-1662. Free.

Big Kids Yoga This class is for older kids who want to learn more of the fundamentals of yoga through more technical yoga games and a deeper exploration of postures and flow sequences.

Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave. 541-550-8550. $5-$6.

Parent/child play group to start french with 6 and 7 year old kids who love to learn by doing and moving. Every other Wednesday, 3-4pm. Through Dec. 21. Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd.

541-350-8888. Commitment to come every other week.

Central Oregon Sundays For Deschutes,

DIY Kids Woodshop Learn more at DIYCave.

com. Nov. 27, 1pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. 541388-2283. $35.

Family LEGO Block Party Kids plus a

gazillion LEGOs equal fun! Wed, Nov. 23, 10am.

Sisters Public Library, 110 N Cedar St., Sisters.

Free.

Mon - Fri 11am - 8pm

Sat & Sun 9am - 8pm

Kids Creative Writing Camp Age 6-8 years. A month of workshops for budding writers!

Registration required. Wed, Nov. 30, 2:30-3:30pm.

Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall St. Free.

304 SE 3rd Street, Bend

221 NW Hill St.

Kids Rock Choir Kids ages 12 and under with

541-318-1111

Parent/Child French Through Play

PICK Santa’s Helicopter Arrival Holidays come to life at the Old Mill District starting the day after Thanksgiving, when Santa arrives in his usual style—by AirLink helicopter. Nov. 25, 10am.

Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr. 541-312-0131. Free.

Children’s Yoga: Movement & Music Designed for children aged 4-8, this class is a playful way of introducing children to the miracles of movement, yoga and music. Mondays, 4-5pm.

Bend Community Healing, 155 SW Century Dr. Suite 113. 541-322-9642. $10.

Fresh Corn Tortillas Daily

In the magical place called SantaLand, children can capture Santa’s ear with their hearts’ desires while our photographer captures the moment on film. Local celebrities—such as local, county and state officials and personalities—will take turns posing as Jolly Old St. Nick. Fri, Nov. 25, 11am5pm, Sat, Nov. 26, 11am-5pm and Sun, Nov. 27, 11am-5pm. Old Mill District SantaLand, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr. 541-312-0131.

Carriage Rides Enjoy complimentary carriage

Jefferson or Crook County, must show proof of residency. Sundays, 10am-5:30pm. Through May 21. SHARC, 57250 Overlook Rd. 541-585-5000. $9.

Authentic Hand Made Traditional Tacos & Pupusas

Old Mill District Celebrity SantaLand

Pre Ballet I/II Pre Ballet is offered for students 5-7 years old and is a great way to enhance self confidence and enthusiasm! In this program, children are introduced to technical ballet and expressive movement all while meeting the needs and limitations of this age range. Mondays, 11:15-12:15am. Get a Move On Studio, 63076 NE 18th St. Suite 140. 541-647-7917. $12 drop in $10 with a friend.

rides with Cowboy Carriage, brought to you by the Old Mill District. They will pick up and drop off between Francesca’s and Ben & Jerry’s (weather permitting). Donations and tips will benefit Kids Center, a local non-profit that helps prevent child abuse. Sat, Nov. 26, 1-4pm and Sun, Nov. 27, 1-4pm. Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr.

Gift Certificates and Catering Available for the Holiday Season

commitment is required to join in. See website for locations: singbend.com/kids-rock-choir.

Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm. Various Locations - Bend, Bend. 541-728-3798. $10.

only one goal: to have a great time singing their faces off! No training, experience, or long term

Saturday Stories Age 0-5 years. Interactive storytime with songs, rhymes, and crafts. Sat, Nov. 26, 9:30am. East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Rd. Free.

Sleep Train’s Toy Drive for Foster Kids & Photo Contest Sleep Train is hosting its

annual toy drive. To help, donate new, unwrapped gifts at any Sleep Train. Also enter Sleep Train’s annual photo contest. Snap a picture while donating and post it on Instagram with #SleepTrainSecretSanta in the caption or upload it to http:// woobox.com/tr7oz9. Through Dec. 18, 10am-8pm.

Sleep Train, 63455 N Hwy 97.

Teen Territory Hang out, mess around, geek out. Games, crafts and more. Wed, Nov. 30, 1:30-3:30pm. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Free.

Tween Creative Writing Age 9-12 years.

Workshops for budding writers. Tues, Nov. 29, 4-5pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St. 541-617-7050. Free. SW

CULTURE

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More than Jesters

Nathan Brannon is a comic on the rise

By Jared Rasic

great comic, but as a pretty great storyteller in his own right. The album takes a look at the rules we decide to follow as a civilization and questions why we need them in the first place.

Brannon sees society’s rules as something to question, especially now.

“If Trump’s campaign has taught us anything, it’s that there are no real rules anymore,” says Brannon. “I think that applies to comedy as well. If it’s funny and worth my time I’ll give the material a shot. I don’t plan on being a jerk, but I also don’t plan on holding back.”

His style of comedy relies heavily on personal anecdotes, while managing to tie everything together with univer-

sal truths (or un-truths). “Some of my favorite comedians are storytellers,” says Brannon. “I don’t see a difference between the two, as far as importance.

A lot of times, I find that they lean on one another; how you say something on stage can make or break a joke, and if no one laughs, the intentions(s) that you have for the story may be lost.”

Brannon walks a fine line between jokes and social commentary. So much comedy is used just as a tool to make audiences forget their worries that not enough time is spent on the political or social side of things. “I think, for most comedians, we want to create works that have a purpose,” says Brannon.

"I’d like people to understand the work involved and see us as more than just jesters.”

- Nathan Brannon

“However, we have to be reminded from time to time that our primary job is to entertain, and people look to us for a break from life. So finding a balance between the two, rather than leaning too much toward either one, is very important. For example, I have material about spiders, slugs, fireflies, and plants, but the meaning behind those jokes have nothing to do with the surface subjects. My hope is that people see the jokes as entertaining, while noticing the social commentary underneath, as well.”

When I asked Brannon what he hoped people took away from his show, his answer was perfect: “I would hope that people take away their underwear in their hands, because they wet them while laughing so hard!

Honestly, I would hope that people take away a newfound respect for comedy and what we do as comedians.

I wish that more people would view comedians as the artists they are. The work that is put in by professional comedians to make the performance seem “effortless” is truly extensive.

Taking ideas/stories, and constructing them in a way to make a room full of strangers commit an involuntary act (true laughter) requires the same level of experimentation/trial & error as scientists employ sometimes. So when a comedian is quality, and asks to be compensated for their work, I’d like people to understand the work involved and see us as more than just jesters.” SW

Nathan Brannon & Lance Edward Bend Comedy Presents Friday, Dec. 2, 8pm Seven Nightclub, 1033 NW Bond St., Bend $8-$10

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December 12

MARCHFOURTH MUSIC—Portland’s own MarchFourth brings 20 musicians, dancers and artists to the stage for some body-moving good tunes that are hard to resist. It’s the 10th anniversary of Central Oregon musical production company Parallel 44 Presents, and owner Gabe Johnson’s 44th birthday party all combined in one evening of high-energy music. // Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $20. Tickets available at bendticket.com.

March on down to the Domino Room, 12/12.

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December 15 & 16

“THE NIGHT BEFORE THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” THEATER— Local playwright Cricket Daniel’s Christmas show reprisal at the Tower. Last year this comedy sold out its showings at 2nd Street Theater so there is no reason to wait to buy these tickets. A story of a dysfunctional family holiday—a theme that most are familiar with—and the hilarity that ensues. // Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $22-$32. Ticket available at towertheatre.org.

January 25 PROTOJE

MUSIC—Jamaican reggae singer Protoje travels to Central Oregon to continue his journey of spreading conscious music with the world. His most recent albums include songs that navigate between hip-hop, old-school reggae, R&B and dancehall music, creating a fun atmosphere for audiences. Buy these tickets before they dance out the door. // Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $20. Tickets available at bendticket. com.

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here are a lot of bad stand-up comedians. The ones who get the HBO Specials and Comedy Central shows are usually funny enough to make it through the local, regional and national gauntlet intact, so the chaff has mostly been separated.

For every Louis C.K, Mitch Hedberg, Hannibal Buress, Bill Hicks or Richard Pryor, there are only a few Dane Cooks or Larry the Cable Guys to sift through.

It’s worth sifting through the bad comics every time a truly great one is discovered. Nathan Brannon is one of those greats. His new comedy album, “Because,” cements him not just as a

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LITTLE BITES

Bite Me

By Jared Rasic

Tumalo’s food cart pods are legit

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The Tumalo Food Court offers food from three of Central Oregon's favorites.

But Wait, There's More!

Photos by Jean Straight

Three more reasons to head to Tumalo

The everything burger is piled high with goodness in Tumalo, where food carts have invaded.

Bangers and Brews Williams has a special way of smoking his meat. He explains: “It’s slow-smoked using charcoal as the heat source and apple wood for the smoke. Served with our homemade BBQ sauce. Smoked on a vertical reverse flow smoker.”

The Bite is cozy, warm and homey. It feels like a neighborhood haunt where everyone is invited. delicious their food is. I tried the pulled pork and pulled beef sandwiches and the meat was so tender and fresh that I instantly wanted another one.

Owner/operator Raymond Williams got into the chef game a little later than usual. “I worked as a diesel mechanic for 25 years,” says Williams. “My back wasn’t going to hold up for much longer. My wife and I talked and decided to get a BBQ trailer. I had been into it for 10-plus years. I found the trailer on Ebay and the rest is history.”

The Tumalo Food Court, located just off Highway 20 in Tumalo, takes two of Bend’s and one of Sunriver’s most beloved eateries and puts them in one easy location. There’s not a lot of information online about the spot (in point of fact, there’s none), so here is a quick look at the three carts down the block from The Bite.

Last but not least, I tried The Rogue Chef. I have been on a hunt for the best Reuben in Central Oregon, and when I saw The Rogue Chef had one, I started drooling. With housecured mesquite pastrami, a spiked cider reduction, sauerkraut, melted Gruyere and house Russian dressing on a cocoa rye... it sounded like this would be the one. The champion among all Reubens. But, alas, they were out of pastrami the day I visited and my dreams were dashed.

Instead, I ordered the everything burger. The 1/3 lb Wagyu (American

Kobe) patty was slathered in melted pepper jack, sautéed Maker’s Mark onions, an amazing peppercorn aioli, lettuce, tomato, onion, thick-cut bacon and topped with a perfectly-fried egg. Every single bite was delicious, with the creamy yolk tying everything together and the tender, caramelized and peppery bacon genuinely being some of the best bacon I’ve ever tasted. I’m glad they were out of pastrami because now I have an excuse to go back to this incredibly delicious food cart.

The Bite is cozy, warm and homey.

It feels like a neighborhood haunt where everyone is invited. For Bendites who love good food, a trip to The Bite is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. SW

The Bite

19860 Seventh St., Tumalo Every day, 11am-9pm thebitetumalo.com

This excellent family-owned and operated spot makes some of the finest old world bratwurst and sausage recipes imaginable. This is a place that deserves to catch on Central Oregon-wide.

Panini’s Pizzeria Trust me on this: The pizzas offered in the brick and mortar location, including my favorites, the Czerny Chicken and the Vivaldi Vegetarian, are divine. So long as the cart version follows suit, all is going to be right with your world.

Pilot Butte Drive-In I had NO idea these guys had a food cart, but as long as the burgers still have the classic Pilot Butte flavor, I’ll eat it off the ground. There should be a Pilot Butte Drive-in on every corner in the country. Burgers and fries, oh my. SW Tumalo Food Court

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ood carts have been prevalent in Central Oregon for years now, but it wasn’t until the advent of The Lot that they started becoming almost omnipresent in Bend. Now it’s Tumalo’s turn. If you’re looking to do a food cart crawl outside Bend, this is your chance, as Tumalo now has at least eight food trucks and two pods within a few blocks of each other.

The two food truck pods sit remarkably close together, but with varying degrees of curb appeal. With a setting that’s comparable to The Lot, The Bite offers more ambience and is varied enough to supply multiple styles of food without too much overlap.

Even while it’s similar to The Lot, there’s something much homier about it. The friendly locals all seem to know one another and get cozy as they sit around the large fire pit, shooting the breeze. There are hay bales, corn hole games on the grass and a hub with around a dozen beers on tap, so there really is something for everyone.

Among the trucks on site is the much-missed Rico’s Tacos. I still miss Rico’s from back when they had the brick-and-mortar location in Bend. They were open until 10pm and you could stroll in at 9:30 and walk out with the single best torta in Central Oregon. Rico’s recently left The Lot, in Bend only to move to the almost-identical Bite in Tumalo.

Rico’s is always consistent, so you know exactly what you’re gonna get (especially when you stick with their burritos and tacos).

Also at The Bite is Nuthin’ Fancy BBQ—a name that undersells how

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to make butternut squash ravioli! Fun for the whole family! Call Guest Services at 541-6935300 to reserve your spot today. Nov. 25, 3-5pm.

Pronghorn Resort, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. 541-693-5300. 13 and up, $20 per person. Kids 12 and under, free.

PICK FootZone’s I Like Pie Run/Walk

Thanksgiving Day run/walk. Individuals of all ages and running/walking abilities are encouraged to come run/walk, bring pie, eat pie, and have fun! All funds go to NeighborImpact, a nonprofit in Bend that supports families in a variety of ways. Nov. 24, 9-11am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St. 541-317-3568. Suggested donation $5 and 5 lbs. of food.

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Annual Barrel Tasting & Wine Sale

Thanksgiving weekend. Barrel tasting. Wine sale and music. We’re collecting food for the food bank so please bring food that will be collected

by NeighborImpact. Event details at maragaswinery.com. We’ll also be releasing our 2015 vintage of Blanco, Central Oregon’s first dry white blend from our own estate. Saturdays-Sundays, 11am-5pm. Through Nov. 27. Maragas Winery, 15523 SW Hwy 97. 541-546-5464. Free.

Civil War Game Ducks vs. Beavers Civil War

Game. Watch in on our hi-def 7’ x 7’ big screen with surround sound or at the bar on one of our 60” flat screens. Wear your team colors or gear!

Every time your team scores you score a free jello shot! Nov. 26, 12:30-5pm. Hardtails Bar & Grill, 175 Larch St., Sisters. Free.

course prix fixe menu. There will optional wine pairings at an additional cost. Nov. 24, noon-5pm.

Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N Hwy 97. $38 adults, $19 children 5-10, 4 and under free.

Firkin Friday A different firkin each week. $3

Thanksgiving Buffet It’s that time of year

eight questions each, including a music round, an audio round, and a picture round. with gift certificates for the winning team and five bonus questions per night for additional prizes. Six person teams max. Tuesdays, 8-10pm. The Platypus Pub, 1203 NE Third St. 541-323-3282. Free.

again, and we couldn’t be happier! Join us with your friends and families for a delectable buffet just like Grandma used to make. And you don’t even have to help with the dishes afterwards.

Nov. 24, noon-6pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St. $32 adults, $20 kids 5-12, free for kids 4 and under. Reservation required.

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BEER AND DRINK

Thanksgiving Dinner Great Hall: 2-7pm.

Carson’s American Kitchen: 1-8pm. Nov. 24.

Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr. Join us for a three-course Thanksgiving Dinner at Range Restaurant with specials featuring honey roasted turkey, beef short ribs, pan roasted sea bass with all the trimmings you can think of. Happy holidays and we hope to see you at The Ranch!

Nov. 24, noon-6pm. Brasada Ranch, 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd. 541-526-6870. $50 adults, $28 children (ages 5-10).

Thanksgiving Harvest Join us for a Pronghorn Thanksgiving feast! First seating starts at 11am, last seating at 4pm. Reservations required, call Guest Services at 541-693-5300. View the menu on the event page. Nov. 24, 11am-4pm.

Pronghorn Resort, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. $55 adults, $19 children (6-12).

Winter Gala You’re invited to join the fun at the annual Sunriver Women’s Club Winter Gala.

Open bar 6-7pm, dinner and dancing 7-10pm.

Dance, band, silent auction. For more information and to purchase tickets, email srwcwintergala@gmail.com. Please purchase tickets by Dec. 1. Thurs, Dec. 1. Great Hall, Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr. $80.

firkin pints until it’s gone. Fridays, 4pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr. 541-639-4776.

Geeks Who Drink Trivia Eight rounds of

Industry Night We, the service industry work

too hard! Come celebrate your weekend every Monday night with half off pool and $1 off all your favorite drinks! Mondays, 5pm-midnight. Duda’s Billiard’s Bar, 1020 NW Wall St.

Meet the Brewer 21+. Last Saturday of every month, 6pm. Currents at the Riverhouse, 3075 N Hwy 97. Free.

Food, Wine & Beer Tastings Tasty treats, delectable wines and yummy beer. Join us for an afternoon tasting. Try something new, or enjoy a classic fave. Fridays-Saturdays, 3:30-5:30pm.

Through Dec. 31. Newport Avenue Market, 1121 NW Newport Avenue. 541-382-3940. Free.

Whiskey Wednesday Join us in our lounge for an evening dedicated to Whiskey. Featuring drink specials, whiskey samples, delicious food, and a raffle with prizes! Wednesdays, 4-9pm.

Through Oct. 25. The Barrel Thief Lounge at Oregon Spirit Distillers, 740 NE First St. 541-5504747. No charge.

Winter Kick-Off Event Join our winter

kick-off party to celebrate the start of ski and snowboard season! Join us Wednesday night and help us choose the winner for our ski and snowboard video challenge! We’ll have raffles from our sponsors, tasters from Crater Lake Spirits, and some killer videos to get you pumped. Nov. 30, 6-8pm. J DUB, 932 NW Bond St. 541-7976335. Free. SW

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Going Inland

Breweries in Spokane worth exploring

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hen it comes to craft beer in the less-populated parts of Eastern Oregon, there isn’t much. Steens Mountain in Burns is one, a tiny outfit that received a glowing profile in BeerAdvocate magazine a few months ago. Beer Valley in Ontario, whose Leafer Madness IPA is a mainstay around Bend, is another. Otherwise, one might as well be up in the northern Yukon.

Such is not the case with our neighbors to the north—primarily due to the presence of Spokane, a city that’s often unfairly forgotten during conversations about Washington, despite being its second-largest city.

If beer fans know about Spokane’s presence in the scene, it’s almost entirely due to No-Li Brewhouse, located in a shopping mall on Spokane’s east side. It remains the largest craft brewery in the region, and drinkers familiar with names like Born & Raised IPA and Wrecking Ball Imperial Stout (both regulars on the Bend scene) will be glad to know they’re just as good at their HQ, especially when paired with a reuben or some baked mac ‘n cheese.

But if one is driving all the way to Eastern Washington, why not try a

few of the other locals? Top among them is undoubtedly Iron Goat, one of several breweries and beer-themed bars that have set up shop around downtown Spokane over the past few years. They’re in a dark and stark warehouse that evokes flashbacks to 10 Barrel’s Portland location, but their approach to beer and pizza is far more freestyle—“craft beer brewed with precisionishness,” as they put it. Nothing is too heavy at Iron Goat, which is good, because the 5.6 percent Goatmeal Stout and its sweetly dry finish is worth savoring a second time.

Orlison is also worth mentioning, considering they used to distribute all over Bend (they downsized distribution last year to focus on the home market). Formerly in the dusty suburb of Airway Heights, the lager-centric brewery has a neat little dog-friendly tasting room downtown nowadays. It’s a good place to banter with locals and try out a few of their new forays into the ale side of things—the cranberry wheat ale, for example, which totally tastes the part. Also check out the nearby Steel Barrel, which offers pints from across the Washington/Idaho area and also serves as an incubator site for new breweries in the region. SW

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FILM SHORTS By Jared Rasic

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A MAN CALLED OVE: Based on the bestselling novel, “A Man Called Ove” tells the story of a typical angry old man. He's retired, isolated and on a short fuse—the kind of man who would yell at strangers to get off his lawn. When a young family moves next door, an unlikely friendship emerges and Ove finds a new lease on life. This is a heartwarming and moving tale of not giving up on life while also never forgetting to see what's right in front of you. A lovely film.Tin Pan Theater ARRIVAL: A cerebral, science fiction think piece about the human race being confronted by aliens who want nothing more than to communicate ideas we have no way of understanding.

Amy Adams plays a linguist who is brought in to decipher the circuituous and complicated alien language as world leaders struggle to decide whether to nuke the ETs into the atmosphere.

The story basically boils down to people from different cultures and countries learning to work together, but it surprisingly never becomes cheesy or preachy. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House ALMOST CHRISTMAS: “Almost Christmas” is another holiday movie focused on a dysfunctional family all coming together for the first time in years to see if they can spend a night together without killing each other. With actors like Danny Glover, Kimberly Elise, Mo'Nique, JB Smoove, Gabrielle Union, Omar Epps and John Michael Higgins involved, expect tons of snarky passive aggression surrounded by a heartwarming look at how hard it can be to have a family. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX BLEED FOR THIS: At some point or another,

every serious young actor must get in amazing shape to make a boxing drama. This one stars Miles Teller as World Champion boxer Vinnie Pazienza who, after a horrific car accident, takes the long road back to recovery and victory. Everyone likes an underdog story and Teller is always reliable, regardless of how terrible the material is, so this could end up being a fantastic little sleeper. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

DOCTOR STRANGE: This is the 14th film in

the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which combines the films of Iron Man, Ant-Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk, Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy. Doctor Strange promises to be the weirdest and trippiest film yet out of Marvel Studios, and with actors like Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Benedict Wong, Tilda Swinton and Mads Mikkelsen, it's bound to be entertaining.

The Master of Mystical Arts should be a perfect addition to the Marvel Universe. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House

FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM: The springboard into a new five-

film franchise set in the Harry Potter Universe.

It's 1920s NYC setting keeps the film from feeling like a retread of the previous franchise, but it will be interesting to see if there's enough material to stretch out over that many movies.

Eddie Redmayne plays Newt Scamander, a man whose mission in life is to protect rare and magical creatures. As much fun as it is watching Scamander get up to hijinks in America, it still feels like there's something missing. See the full review, p. 43. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House

GIMME DANGER: A documentary by master

filmmaker Jim Jarmusch about Iggy and the Stooges? That sounds like a match made in cine-

phile heaven. “Gimme Danger” puts the Stooges in their proper context historically, politically and culturally while telling an entertaining story about one of rock's most enigmatic figures. Tin Pan Theater

HACKSAW RIDGE: Mel Gibson returns to

the director's chair for the first time since 2006's excellent “Apocalypto.” His alcoholism and generally-awful behavior kept him in director's jail for almost a decade, so “Hacksaw Ridge” will be a test not only of his box office acumen, but also his chops as a filmmaker. He tells the story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who refused to bear arms during WWII, who saved the lives of over 75 soldiers during the battle of Okinawa. Doss was awarded the Medal of Honor

by President Truman. Since it's Gibson in the director's chair, expect this to be quite violent. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House

MISS PEREGRINE'S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN: Tim Burton takes

on another group of misunderstood loners in this adaptation of the 2011 YA novel by Ransom Riggs. While the film has a few amazing visuals, the pacing, script and direction are all over the place. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

MOONLIGHT: One of the most talked about films of the year. Hailed as being “almost unbearingly personal,” this under-the-radar hit tells the story of a young man's struggle with his own sexuality. This movie challenges the way the media and white America look at young black men while also telling a powerful and profound story. The hype on this movie couldn't be much higher and it appears to warrant the praise. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX SHUT IN: This is another one of those PG-13 horror/thrillers that get unceremoniously dumped between Summer Blockbuster and Oscar season. Sporting a 0% on Rotten Tomatoes, “Shut In” follows Naomi Watts as a child psychologist in rural New England who is treating a young boy at her isolated and snowbound house.

When the child disappears and is presumed dead, Watts starts to believe she is being haunted by the young boy. As she becomes more isolated in her lonely existance, she must question her own sanity or accept the fact that she has a ghost problem. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX THE ACCOUNTANT: Ben Affleck plays an autistic savant who is part ninja assassin and part geeky numbers guy. When he takes on a ruthless group of killers and a possible love life, it's hard to tell what's scarier for him. Sisters Movie House | Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX THE EDGE OF SEVENTEEN: This is one of the most highly acclaimed films of the year.

It tells the story of Nadine, whose best friend Krista starts dating her older brother. Reviews say this is one of the most incisive coming-ofage dramas in recent memory, grounded by a star-making performance by Hailee Steinfeld (“True Grit”). It's not doing well at the box office, so catch this one while it's still in theaters. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House TROLLS: According to Max Landis, this actually started out as an adaptation of Terry Pratchett's Discworld series of fantasy novels. Now, it's an animated musical based on the fluffy-haired toys that served as nightmare fuel for multiple generations. Advanced reviews are positive, so this might be a perfect one for a night out with the kids. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX SW

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Pott-Heads, Rejoice!

Return to the world of witches, wizards and muggles

By Jared Rasic

His reasons aren’t important, as the real crux of the story is his accidental involvement with the Magical Congress of the United States of America (MACUSA) and their hunt for the deadly wizard Gellert Grindelwald. He teams up with an ex-auror (the magic police in the original Potter films), a muggle (called a No-Maj in the U.S.) and a psychic to track down his creatures and avoid an all out war between wizards, witches and the No-Maj. “Fantastic Beasts” is quite entertaining with a few show-stopping sequences and a few outright clunkers, but what’s most impressive is that it tells a complete story. When it was announced a few months ago that this would be the first in a five-picture series, I imagined that we would just get the first act in a much larger story (like “The Hobbit” films), but “Fantastic Beasts) only leaves a few dangling threads for the next film to pick up.

The biggest problem is the third act, which I can’t spoil here as it’s the big twist of the movie that sets up what’s to come. It’s a bold narrative choice, but it turns a huge chunk of the story that came before into pointless characterization and dramatically inert multiple dead ends. The film ends with a bit of a sigh, not giving audiences much of a reason to be excited about later films in the franchise.

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Oscar season has arrived, and with it, some of the gems you should see before year’s end

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very year critics and audiences alike decry Hollywood for the “fact” that not very good movies come out anymore. There are two reasons why this statement is false: 1) Quite a few good movies come out every year, they just mostly don’t make it to your local theater unless you live in LA, NYC or Chicago.

You have to search for them. 2) Studios backload all of their prestige pictures at the end of the year in order to still be a part of the cultural conversation in time for the Oscars.

If you’ve only seen a couple of good movies in 2016, these next five weeks might bring you several outright masterpieces or quite a few overhyped disappointments. Here’s a look at the most exciting flicks coming out for the rest of the year and whether they will be worth your time.

November 25 Moana: Disney has been on a roll this year

with “Zootopia,” “The Jungle Book” and “Finding Dory,” so this should be a no-brainer. A young woman teams up with the demigod Maui (voiced

by The Rock) to go on an epic adventure. This should be fun for the entire family.

Lion: A young Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta thousands of miles from his home.

Decades later he returns home to search for his long lost family with only Google Earth to

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"Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" should satisfy those seeking a hit of Potter.

The supporting cast, including the never-better Dan Fogler as Kowalski the No-Maj, Katherine Waterston as Goldstein, Alison Sudol as Queenie, Colin Farrell as Graves and Ezra Miller as Credence, are all so perfectly cast that it’s easy to forget how bland Redmayne’s role is. It’s nice that Scamander is a protector of rare and magical animals and he’s a good guy and all, but he’s a total Mary Sue. “Fantastic Beasts” needed a character with a bit more gravitas and a few more gray areas to carry it to the dark places it wanted to go.

What it all comes down to is that the movie is fun. Director David Yates

TV Special), so that should be enough right there.

“Rules Don’t Apply” will be a must-see for fans of Beatty and film historians alike.

December 2 Jackie: The trailers for this look incredible,

with Natalie Portman playing post-assassination Jacqueline Kennedy. Director Pablo Larrain gives the film a realistic sheen that should make this a powerful examination of a strong and determined woman.

December 9 La La Land: A jazz pianist and a singer fall in

love in a modern take on classic Hollywood musicals. With Damien Chazelle (“Whiplash”) directing and Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone in front of the camera, this might be a modern classic.

(responsible for the last four “Harry Potter” movies) brings a continuity of style to the film that keeps everything feeling like part of the Wizarding World. I guess I’m just selfish because I wanted more. I wanted to be enraptured and moved by the events and I wanted to fall in love with Scamander and his friends—but just being back in this wonderful world will have to be enough for now. SW "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them"

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“Deepwater Horizon.” Berg is one of the few directors who could take this story and make it work cinematically.

December 30 Live By Night: Ben Affleck directs and stars

in a Prohibition-era gangster flick based on the book by the brilliant Dennis (“Gone Baby Gone”) Lehane. Affleck is three for three as a director, so this could possibly be the best gangster picture since “Miller’s Crossing.”

Hidden Figures: Based on the true story of a team of African-American women who helped launch NASA’s first successful space mission.

Expect a tear-jerking and heartwarming look at the women who helped make our country proud.

Less exciting but could still be great:

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“The Eyes of My Mother” (12/2)

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: I’m just excited to get a Star Wars movie that’s not connected to the larger trilogy and that’s constructed like a heist picture. A group of badasses team up to steal the plans for the Death Star and get them to the rebellion. Perfection.

“Office Christmas Party” (12/9)

another WWII thriller with Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard, but having Robert Zemeckis in the director’s chair means it will at least be visually interesting. Pitt and Cotillard are both quite choosy about what films they do, so this should be a safe bet.

A Monster Calls: One of the finest young

“Passengers” (12/23)

Rules Don’t Apply: This is Warren Beatty’s

Patriots Day: A look at the Boston Marathon

guide him. This could either be a crowd-pleasing tearjerker or a cheesy mess.

Allied: On the surface this just looks like

first film as an actor in 15 years and his first as a director in 18 (I’m not counting the Dick Tracy

adult novels I’ve read in years is being adapted by the brilliant J.A. Bayona (“The Orphanage").

A young boy gets help coping with his mother’s terminal illness from a giant tree monster. A beautiful story.

Bombing from director Peter Berg, who gave us another smart look at a tragedy this year with

“Nocturnal Animals” (12/9) “Collateral Beauty” (12/16) “Sing” (12/23) “Assassin’s Creed" (12/23) “Fences” (12/30) “Gold” (12/30) “Paterson" (12/30) “Toni Erdmann” (12/30) SW

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t’s been five years since “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” left theaters, marking the end of JK Rowling’s Wonderful Wizarding World on film. As soon as “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” was announced, Pott-Heads (I hope I just coined that) around the world rejoiced that we would finally get to head back into the densely-rich world Rowling created.

The easiest comparison would be when Peter Jackson headed back to Middle Earth for “The Hobbit” films.

While no one thinks those movies are better than “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, they didn’t retroactively make the earlier films worse because of their existence. Really, that’s all you can expect from “Fantastic Beasts” because you’re getting mostly all new characters in a different time period on a different continent.

The “Harry Potter” films and books are so popular because we love Harry, Hermione, Ron, Dumbledore, Snape and everyone else. Even though the “Fantastic Beasts’” screenplay is written by Rowling herself, she isn’t quite able to make the character of Newt Scamander interesting in his own regard.

Scamander (serviceably played by Eddie Redmayne) has traveled from England to 1920s New York with a suitcase filled with magical creatures.

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Root for the Beavers (or Ducks) during the Civil War game at McMenamins, 11/26. Photo by Greg Keene.

ATHLETIC EVENTS PICK Bend Thanksgiving Classic Bend Thanksgiving Classic is a 5/10K race produced

by Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend benefitting, Girls on the Run of Central Oregon. Now in its 9th official year, the race has grown to host nearly 1,000 runners and walkers every Thanksgiving morning in the heart of Bend’s OMD. Nov. 24, 9-11am. Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr. 541-617-2877 ext. 4.

Girls High School Lacrosse Coaching Opportunity The Summit High School Girls

Lacrosse team is seeking a head coach and an assistant head coach. The team was League champs last season and returns an experienced and committed group of players. The team is well-organized and well-funded. Great opportunity to get back into the game! Generous stipend.

Thursdays. Through Dec. 21. Summit High School, 2855 NW Clearwater Dr. 541-749-0315.

The Rock of Redmond Wrestling Tournament Nov. 26, 6am-8pm. Deschutes

County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond.

Turkey Trot 5k fun run/walk. Nov. 25, 10am.

Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr.

WalkStrong 5k Training for Round Bodies Be part of a community! Challenge the

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limits in a safe space. WalkStrong is specifically designed for people living in larger bodies, but of course all bodies welcome! Tuesdays, 6-7pm and Saturdays, 8:30-9:30am. Through Dec. 3.

Synergy Health & Wellness, 361 NE Franklin Ave. Building C. 541-323-3488. $115.

Weekly Steel Ride Break out that cool retro steel bike and ride with friends along a 30 mile loop on sweet roads to the east of Bend. This ride is open to all, steel bikes are suggested. Pace will be medium, there will be two regroup stops.

Route will be marked. Meet at Bend Velo Bike Shop. Fridays, 6-7:45pm. Bend Velo Bike Shop, 1212 NE First St. 541-382-2453. Free.

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Beginners Snowshoeing Snowshoe to

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vistas, meadows and through forests to shelters.

Learn about the flora, fauna, cultural and natural history of our beautiful Central Oregon Cascades.

Build confidence to prepare for and plan your own local snowshoe outings with an appreciation for safety, gear and low environmental impact.

Repeats every Tuesday till 12/13. Nov. 29, 9am2pm. COCC Chandler Lab (off-campus), 1027 NW Trenton Ave. 541-383-7270. $79.

Bend Bikes App Hutch’s Bicycles remem-

bers what it’s like to be a beginner, not knowing where, how, or what to ride. Biking is the best exercise to maintain a healthy weight and a strong heart while reducing air pollution, but many new riders don’t know where to start. That’s why Hutch’s created the Bend Bikes app, the official guide to beginner biking in Bend powered by My City Bikes and Interbike. Download Bend Bikes

free for Apple or Android at mycitybikes.org/ oregon. Wednesdays. Hutch’s Bicycles Eastside, 820 NE Third St. 888-665-5055.

Black Light Blast The ever-popular Black

Light Blast is back! Sled down the tubing hill surrounded by black light, laser lights, music and more. There is limited space so you need to RSVP at 541-585-3147. Nov. 26, 6-8pm. SHARC, 57250 Overlook Rd. 541-585-314. $15.

Christmas Tree Hunt Fundraiser for Mustangs to the Rescue Over 80 acres of

private land near Sisters for you to explore while hunting for that perfect Christmas Tree! 100% of the donations go to support Mustangs to the Rescue, a Central Oregon 501c3 non-profit. U-Cut white-fir trees. Meet adoptable horses. Sledding.

Wreaths/swags. Bonfire. Fri, Nov. 25, noon-4pm and Sat, Nov. 26, noon-4pm. Kalamataca Ranch, 70425 McAllister Rd. 541-350-2406. Donation.

Ducks vs. Beavers Come early to secure your seats, order up a round of beers and settle in to watch the big game on our big screens. Nov. 26, 1pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St. FootZone Noon Run Order a burrito when

you leave and we’ll have it when you return.

Meet at FootZone for a 3 to 5 mile run. Wednesdays-noon. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St. 541-3173568. Free.

Holiday Wreath & Table Centerpiece Decor Bar Join local landscape and product

designer, Shannon Lester and garden author, Baylor Chapman of San Francisco for a holiday bar with a twist! Stocked with all the tools, materials and bundles of seasonal foliage you’ll need to create your own holiday wreath or show stopping centerpieces. Nov. 25, 1-3pm. Celebrate the Season, 61430 Brosterhous Rd. 541-2442536. $65.

Moms Running Group All moms welcome with or without strollers. 3-4.5 mile run at 8-12 minute mile paces. This is a fun and encouraging group for moms of all running levels. Runs occur rain or shine. Thursdays, 9:30am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St. 541-317-3568. Free.

Move it Mondays We occasionally carpool for a trail run, light-permitting. Runs are between 3-5 miles, paces between 7 and 12-minute miles can be accommodated. Mondays, 5:30pm. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St. 541-317-3568. Free.

Walk Up Pilot Butte Join JessBFit for this breathtaking walk up Pilot Butte. Stick around after the walk to learn how to use the pull-up bar station at the trail head for strength training and stretching. Tuesdays, 8-9am. Pilot Butte State Park, Pilot Butte State Park. 503-446-0803. Free.

Wednesday Night Group Runs Join us

Wednesday nights for our 3-5 mile group runs, all paces welcome! This is a great way to get exercise, fresh air, and meet fellow fitnatics!

Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Fleet Feet Sports, 1320 NW Galveston Ave. 541-389-1601. Free. SW

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Quick Fit

Local shoe company lets Special Olympians and other athletes get their kicks on faster and easier

By Russ Axon

Stepping Into It Today, Pierce is the co-founder and CEO of Pierce Footwear in Bend.

The performance shoe company is quickly gaining recognition for the T1, a uniquely designed running shoe that

$130, but Bendites can use the promo code “insidebend” to drop the price to $99. The discount is Pierce’s way of saying thanks for the community’s warm reception when he premiered the shoes at this year’s Suburu of Bend Outside Games.

“It’s nice getting visibility in this community because people here like athletic and outdoor activities,” he said.

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fter recovering from a 2010 bike accident that broke his neck and back, George Pierce had another dilemma. The world champion duathlete wanted to make a comeback, but was losing a lot of time changing shoes during the races.

“I asked myself, ‘How could I solve this problem? How could I get into the shoes faster, making up time and getting on the podium?’” Pierce said.

His solution: create a better-fitting, easier-to-wear shoe—the T1. Pierce’s new running shoe improved his times, but it also sent him down a new track to help athletes, as well as everyday people, improve themselves.

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Ease of Use for People with Limited Mobility Although the shoe was originally built in mind for multi-sport athletes, it isn’t only for that community.

“We originally stumbled upon this better-fitting shoe to solve my personal problems, but I realized I’m not the only person that needs a better-fitting, easier-to-get-on shoe,” he said.

While competing in multiple duand triathlons around the world, Pierce

got the initial batch of 400 T1s on the feet of many of his fellow athletes and friends, receiving “a thumbs up from everybody.” The shoes were especially popular with kids, which led Pierce Footwear to provide shoes for several athletes at the 2014 Special Olympics.

Today, the company works with the Special Olympics as a sports resource team member, and accepts donations for the winter events on its website.

Pierce also realized that people outside of athletics could benefit from his shoes, too. “There’s a broad population of people with disability or limited mobility who can’t get into their shoes easily,” he said. “I met one woman who said that she had to lay on her back and put her shoes on in the air because her back was so messed up that she couldn’t bend over.”

The company now advertises directly to physically-handicapped individuals, hoping to provide relief from a normally simple task. One beneficiary: Pierce’s own father, who needed a pair of T1s after hip surgery.

Ultimately, Pierce hopes to bring something new and helpful to the shoe game. There are designs for up to the T9, with variations aimed at hikers, bikers, caregivers and toddlers.

“We are a performance shoe company, and that’s really needed after seeing what’s on the marketplace,” Pierce said. “We want to provide that

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can be put on and secured with little effort. The shoe is tongueless and laceless, instead utilizing a fold over top secured with an adjustable strap.

“The patented design allows you to step into the shoe without any obstruction, keeping the shoe on the ground so that you can just step into it, and with one hand make the closure and adjust it on the fly,” Pierce said.

Along with Tom Jelmyer, the company’s head of engineering, Pierce built the first prototype in Palo Alto, Calif., four years ago. In 2015, Pierce hired Jim Tompkins, the former president of New Balance, to help develop the shoe. Over the next year the team improved the design, focusing on creating a comfortable fit.

“There are no seams anywhere on the toe area so it’s very comfortable.

It’s a sock-like fit,” Pierce said. “It has no plastic heel counter so it won’t irritate your ankle bones. And it’s adjustable in multiple positions according to your height. There’s a lot of thought put into this shoe.”

Pierce Footwear is still small.

Currently only one factory in the world makes the shoes—but the company is off to a strong start. The company officially launched at the World Duathlon Championships in Australia last year, and began shipping shoes in March. The orange and blue T1 is available exclusively online for

George Pierce

“We are a performance shoe company, and that’s really needed after seeing what’s on the marketplace.” - George Pierce

Top, Don White finishes in his T1 shoes. Below, the Renew Chicago Team basks in the afterglow of a run.

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Natural World Don’t forget the water!

By Jim Anderson sparrows, goldfinches, nuthatches and hundreds of other species of birds.

Now the bad news. As most of us can see, the snow that provides our water over here on Oregon’s dry side is not piled up on the high Cascades.

Without that snow pack, both here— and especially out in the high desert mountains—water for humans and wildlife is going to be scarce.

Due to the settlement of a recent lawsuit, there are going to be many hundreds of acre-feet of water dedicated to keeping the Oregon spotted frog alive next summer and beyond.

You can bet your bottom dollar there will be some hay farmers who will find that tough to live with if it means they don’t have water to irrigate.

The current water situation is tied directly to snow in the high country.

Ski resorts are going to have an even tougher time without water—especially Hoodoo up along the Santiam.

Hoodoo closed down early last year for a time because of the lack of snow, but then a late spring snow piled up enough for a few days of operation.

Those snowless days, dear readers, are a big warning to us that water—in the not too distant future—is going to become a rare resource. Over the past 10 years we have seen the big battles over water erupt in the Klamath Basin, and unfortunately, that old saying, “You ain’t see nothin’ yet,” is what we’ll be in store for in the near future.

Take a look at the older weather records for the Portland area, and you’ll see an all-too-noticeable trend.

Meanwhile, the Water for Wildlife

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The Last 130+ Years (in inches) Foundation has 200 been funding the 180 installation of 160 water conservation 140 projects since 1977. 120 100 Its mission is to 80 provide adequate 60 water sources in 40 areas lacking the 20 resource. They 0 1870s 1880s 1890s 1900s 1910s 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s have over 400 Top, American Robins in winter. Photo by Jim Anderson. Bottom, snow pattern for projects across Portland. Courtesy of KPTV. the West, including rain catching guzzlers, water well develment, but they’re now invested in opments, spring developments and over 400 water projects in 11 states. riparian fencing.

Their crucial water sources sustain “Guzzlers” are roofed devices both wild game and non-game animals, installed on the surface designed to including songbirds, raptors, waterfowl catch rain, snow and ice, allowing melt and fish. Their charitable goals are to water to run into storage tanks. Water create awareness of increased pressure is then piped to small basins and made on water resources and to increase the available for wildlife and livestock. availability of water for all wildlife in They were first used in Oregon when remote and arid regions of our country. the sportsmen’s alien Chukar were That’s a great effort—but even so, introduced as game birds to the dry please keep the water features going country east of the Cascades. for your birds, albeit always with WWF was initially focused on conservation in mind. SW plains game preservation and manage-

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ll summer long the farmers, gardeners, anglers, water skiers, swimmers and just about every insect and other animal on this beautiful Earth are using water to stay alive and enjoy life. In winter, the robins who pig out on juniper berries and other fruit must have water to go with their veggies or they will die.

Water is the essence of life. Every time I drive by the irrigation ditches in Bend carrying water from the Deschutes to farmers in Madras, Alfalfa and other far-flung irrigation projects, I think, “This never stops; it flows on and on, 24/7…”

When my wife Sue and I are conducting our golden eagle survey, driving all over Lake, Harney, Deschutes, Jefferson, Crook and Grant Counties, we see hundreds of hay ranching operations—all dependent on water pumped from the ground. I always wonder, “How long can this go on…?”

Beyond those incredible demands for water, there are those of us who feed and provide water for the birds in our backyard. Many of the bird-feeder folk I know have very beautiful water features that provide the water for “their” birds. Others, like me, have a typical water dish with a dripper. As it turns out, most backyard birds listen for water, not look for it. The noisier your water feature is, the more birds will find and use it.

Of all the species of birds coming to water features, robins are probably the most anxious to find it. Summer or winter, they’re tied to water pretty closely. But then so are the pinion jays,

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Portland Growth Concerns Resonate with Bend’s Current Challenges

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so it’s important to make the growth positive for all.

The article presents some good arguments for higher-density housing in terms of efficiency by building higher, building more apartments, providing zoning for tiny homes, and not demolishing small homes and replacing them with 3,000-squarefoot homes. The developed areas already have the infrastructure of utilities and roads, which also makes it more efficient to develop higher-density housing in those areas, as opposed to expanding the urban growth boundaries, which requires infrastructure expense, providing incentives to developers, etc. The article addresses traffic and parking concerns by pointing out that parking garages can be made to be a requirement for taller and higher density structures. The article also points to the highly-desirable pedestrian friendly zones of downtown Portland, where many have given up their cars in favor of using the great public transport options available there.

I personally like the character of our small town, but the reality is that growth is inevitable and we are experiencing high population growth.

We have to figure out a way to make it work for everyone, and sometimes learning about how other cities handle things can give us ideas on how to do it more efficiently, and therefore more affordably.

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recent article in the “Portland Monthly” addressed the growth challenges for Portland. While Portland is a much larger city, many of the concerns there are similar to what we hear voiced in Bend—providing some interesting information to consider.

According to Wikipedia, Bend’s land area is about 33 square miles.

Portland’s is about 133 square miles, or four times that of Bend. Roughly 60 percent of our state population resides in the Portland area. Portland has three times the land area of San Francisco and twice that of Seattle. Both cities have experienced a high rate of population growth, a shortage of affordable housing, and are struggling with meeting housing needs.

Since 2012, Portland has added 14,000 apartment units, and according to Metro, the population has grown by 20,000 more people than predicted over the last year. According to the article, 60 buildings in Portland over 100 feet tall are currently in the works, with 15 of them being more than 200 feet tall. Building higher and adding more apartment buildings are topics being discussed on a smaller scale for Bend—but they’re also met with objections by many who don’t want to see vertical growth in existing neighborhoods. The “Portland Monthly” article concedes that we cannot prevent growth and we cannot expect things to stay the same forever,

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ADVICE GODDESS Knight Shift My boyfriend of a year is a big sweetheart, but whenever we go out to eat, he always orders first. It really bothers me, and I feel disrespected and embarrassed that people are seeing this, despite how this probably makes me a bad feminist.

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Suddenly, he’s shoving you out of the way to get to the lifeboat—yelling back, “Babe, you’ll be fine! You were on the swim team!”

At least, that’s the way the older couple next to you are likely to see it when he orders his meal first, and that is embarrassing. Sadly, it doesn’t help that feminist academics have deemed customs like women ordering first “benevolent sexism”—casting women as weak and in need of protection and coddling by men (aka patriarchal cockroaches).

Males, throughout human history and throughout the animal kingdom, did evolve to be the protectors and defenders of women. This makes biological sense, considering that women provide a cozy B&B for the developing fetus, plus liquid refreshment and child care after the kid is born. And even a relatively wimpy man is likely to have more muscle mass, upperbody strength, and aggression-energizing testosterone than most women.

A number of modern behavioral protocols come out of these sex differences. For example, there’s how the man’s the one to walk closest to the curb, open the car door, and act as a human shield against a gun-toting mugger—despite how, these days, even the itsy-bitsiest woman can make quick work of an attacker with her sparkly “My Little Pony”-emblazoned Smith & Wesson.

The reality is that the psychology driving these customs, which evolved over millions of years, doesn’t just change all “presto gloriasteinemo!” because women now have ways to defend themselves. That’s probably why you feel embarrassed about others’ eyes on you. Evolutionary psychologist Daniel Sznycer, who researches shame, explains that shame is not just a feeling. It seems to be an information management program that evolved to help us protect our reputation. That feel-bad that rises up in us is a signal that we’d better do something pronto to stop our slide down the social totem pole.

As for how to tell your boyfriend, keep in mind that you can school a guy in social customs but you can’t school him in being “a big sweetheart.” Use a compliment as your Launchpad—about wonderful things he does for you—and then throw in a “I know you didn’t realize this, but…” This way, it’s not so much a criticism as a pointer on how to make you happier.

And the truth is, if you’re like a lot of

women, you might find it sexy when the physical differences between men and women are emphasized in small symbolic ways like this. No, you aren’t a traitor to womankind if you say “Thanks…that’s so sweet!” when a guy puts his coat around your shoulders—instead of “Get that thing off me! I’ll do the feminist thing and freeze.”

Make Vroom For Daddy I’m a divorced woman in my 40s, and I just started dating again. I’m seriously tired of it already, after just two dates with two really disappointing guys. I want to cut to the picture in my head—cuddling on the couch and watching Netflix with my new handsome beau. Meeting somebody shouldn’t be this hard. I’m launching a new business, and my time seems better spent working than on some crappy date.

But I also don’t want to be alone forever.

—Annoyed Your expectations about how easy it should be to find new love aren’t just unrealistic; they’re unrealistic by fairy-tale standards.

It’s “Someday, my prince will come,” not “Get crowd control over here pronto for the mob of handsome, fabulous royals who will soon be gathering on my front lawn.”

Picturing yourself in the cuddly-wuddly life you feel you should already have may be part of the problem. Motivation researcher Gabriele Oettingen finds that fantasizing is often demotivating—fooling our mind into believing that we already have the thing we’re dreaming of. Oettingen’s research makes a case for combining fantasizing with what I’d call “positive pessimism”—making yourself consider all the things standing in the way of what you want. As Oettingen explains it, thinking concretely about the obstacles we have to overcome helps energize us to tackle them.

The reality is, the older you get and the more you expect from a boyfriend the harder it will be to find one. So either buckle down and prepare for the dating grind or do what it takes to immediately have a life partner who will look at you with great.

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ASTROLOGY

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19): “If you can’t get rid of the skeleton in your closet,” said George Bernard Shaw, “you had best teach it to dance.”

This advice is worthy of your consideration, Capricorn. You may still be unable to expunge a certain karmic debt, and it may be harder than ever to hide, so I suggest you dream up a way to play with it—maybe even have some dark fun with it. And who knows? Your willingness to loosen up might at least alleviate the angst your skeleton causes you—and may ultimately transform it in some unpredictably helpful way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “No pain, no gain” is a modern expression of an old idea. In a second-century Jewish book of ethics, Rabbi Ben Hei Hei wrote, “According to the pain is the gain.”

Eighteenth-century English poet Robert Herrick said, “If little labor, little are our gains: Man’s fate is according to his pains.” But I’m here to tell you, Aquarius, that I don’t think this prescription will apply to you in the coming weeks. From what I can surmise, your greatest gains will emerge from the absence of pain. You will learn and improve through release, relaxation, generosity, expansiveness, and pleasure.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The less egotistical you are, the more likely it is that you will attract what you really need. If you do nice things for people without expecting favors in return, your mental and physical health will improve. As you increase your mastery of the art of empathy, your creativity will also thrive. Everything I just said is always true, of course, but it will be intensely, emphatically true for you during the next four weeks. So I suggest you make it a top priority to explore the following cosmic riddle: Practicing unselfishness will serve your selfish goals.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Creative people are at greater risk,” said psychiatrist R. D. Laing, “just as one who climbs a mountain is more at risk than one who walks along a village lane.” I bring this to your attention, Aries, because in the coming weeks you will have the potential to be abundantly creative, as well as extra imaginative, ingenious, and innovative. But I should also let you know that if you want to fulfill this potential, you must be willing to work with the extra tests and challenges that life throws your way. For example, you could be asked to drop a pose, renounce lame excuses, or reclaim powers that you gave away once upon a time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus musician Brian Eno has been successful as a composer, producer, singer, and visual artist. Among his many collaborators have been David Byrne, David Bowie, U2, Coldplay, Laurie Anderson, Grace Jones, and James Blake. Eno’s biographer David Sheppard testified that capturing his essence in a book was “like packing a skyscraper into a suitcase.” I suspect that description may fit you during the next four weeks, Taurus. You’re gearing up for some high-intensity living. But please don’t be nervous about it. Although you may be led into intimate contact with unfamiliar themes and mysterious passions, the story you actualize should feel quite natural.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are free! Or almost free! Or let me put it this way: You could become significantly freer if you choose to be—if you exert your willpower to snatch the liberating experiences that are available. For example, you could be free from a slippery obligation that has driven you to say things you don’t mean. You could be free from the temptation to distort your soul in service

to your ego. You might even be free to go after what you really want rather than indulging in lazy lust for a gaggle of mediocre thrills. Be brave, Gemini. Define your top three emancipating possibilities, and pursue them with vigor and rigor.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Have you been feeling twinges of perplexity? Do you find yourself immersed in meandering meditations that make you doubt your commitments? Are you entertaining weird fantasies that give you odd little shivers and quivers? I hope so! As an analyzer of cycles, I suspect that now is an excellent time to question everything. You could have a lot of fun playing with riddles and wrestling with enigmas.

Please note, however, that I’m not advising you to abandon what you’ve been working on and run away. Now is a time for fertile inquiry, not for rash actions. It’s healthy to contemplate adjustments, but not to initiate massive overhauls.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Everybody is dealing with how much of their own aliveness they can bear and how much they need to anesthetize themselves,” writes psychoanalytic writer Adam Phillips. Where do you fit on this scale, Leo? Whatever your usual place might be, I’m guessing that in the coming weeks you will approach record-breaking levels in your ability to handle your own aliveness. You may even summon and celebrate massive amounts of aliveness that you had previously suppressed. In fact, I’ll recklessly speculate that your need to numb yourself will be closer to zero than it has been since you were five years old. (I could be exaggerating a bit; but maybe not!)

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do you periodically turn the volume down on your mind’s endless chatter and tune into the still, small voice within you?

Have you developed reliable techniques for escaping the daily frenzy so as to make yourself available for the Wild Silence that restores and revitalizes? If so, now would be a good time to make aggressive use of those capacities. And if you haven’t attended well to these rituals of self-care, please remedy the situation. Claim more power to commune with your depths. In the coming weeks, most of your best information will flow from the sweet darkness.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): One of your vices could at least temporarily act as a virtue. In an odd twist, one of your virtues may also briefly function like a vice. And there’s more to this mysterious turn of events. A so-called liability could be useful in your efforts to solve a dilemma, while a reliable asset might cloud your discernment or cause a miscalculation. I’m riffing here, Libra, in the hopes of stimulating your imagination as you work your way through the paradoxical days ahead. Consider this intriguing possibility: An influence that you like and value may hold you back, even as something or someone you’ve previously been almost allergic to could be quite helpful.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Between now and the solstice on December 21, you will have extraordinary power to transform into a more practical, well-grounded version of yourself. You may surprise yourself with how naturally you can shed beliefs and habits that no longer serve you. Now try saying the following affirmations and see how they feel coming out of your mouth: “I am an earthy realist. I am a fact-lover and an illusion-buster. I love actions that actually work more than I like theories that I wish would work. I’d rather create constructive change than be renowned for my clever dreams.”

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Despite your sign’s reputation, you Sagittarians don’t always require vast expanses to roam in. You aren’t ceaselessly restless, on an inexhaustible quest for unexpected experiences and fresh teachings. And no, you are not forever consumed with the primal roar of raw life, obsessed with the naked truth, and fiercely devoted to exploration for its own sake. But having said that, I suspect that you may at least be flirting with these extreme states in the coming weeks. Your keynote, lifted from Virginia Woolf’s diary: “I need space. I need air. I need the empty fields round me; and my legs pounding along roads; and sleep; and animal existence.”

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he recent national election resulted in some huge steps forward for legal cannabis. California tripled the size of the legal recreational cannabis market in the United States. Massachusetts and Maine brought legal recreational cannabis to the east coast for the first time. Voters in Florida set a record for cannabis approval, with 71 percent saying yes to medical cannabis.

And Arkansas made medical cannabis a thing in the heart of the Bible Belt for the first time.

But perhaps the biggest step forward came in Colorado once again.

Ahead of Washington, Oregon and California, Denver became the first large city in the country to allow so-called “social” use of cannabis.

Ever since voters in Colorado legalized recreational cannabis back in 2014, residents and local government officials in Denver have noted, sometimes with concern, that the urbanized portions of the city frequently smell strongly of cannabis. This is not only the result of public smoking, but also the now-legal transportation of up to an ounce of smelly bud—the perfect party favor in the Mile High City.

Colorado law prohibits smoking in public. But it also prohibits smoking anywhere tobacco smoking is prohibited, and it gives landlords, hotel operators and local governments the authority to ban smoking as well.

There are some “pot-friendly” bed and breakfasts in the Denver area, but the vast majority of hotels ban smoking altogether. The result is that many visitors (and Denver is full of tourists partaking in cannabis these days) have no alternative but to toke up as discreetly as possible in a public place.

Many Denverites are also renters.

The vast majority of landlords are fearful of federal civil asset forfeiture laws that allow the government to take their property if it is used to

Voters in Florida set a record for cannabis approval, with 71 percent saying yes to medical cannabis.

And Arkansas made medical cannabis a thing in the heart of the Bible Belt for the first time. illegally grow or sell cannabis. So the vast majority of Denver citizens who do not own their own home are also technically prohibited from smoking at home. As a result, many of these people also prefer to toke up outside.

Then there are the homeless people. The LoDo neighborhood in the heart of the city features shelters within blocks of stores offering a joint’s worth of cannabis for as little as $10. Obviously, folks who live outside smoke outside too.

Then there are the people who are underage. They buy cannabis illegally and come from all over the metro area into downtown to escape to an anonymous urban oasis free of parents. And why take the chance of smoking in your car and getting pulled over when Denver has so many beautiful parks?

In sum, it has become clear to many Denverites that legalization, at least as it was first enacted, has driven cannabis use into public. Following this election, the city-county of Denver will now allow cannabis use at some businesses. Bars, cafes, yoga studios, music venues and other businesses open to the public—but not cannabis stores— can now create cannabis-consumption areas. The law also imposes substantial bureaucratic hurdles in the permitting process, and will expire after four years. In this writer’s opinion, that’s hopefully just like Drumpf.

THE REC ROOM

Crossword

“No Money”--but for you, solve some more problems.

Pearl’s Puzzle

Difficulty Level

★★

By Matt Jones ©2016 JONESIN’ CROSSWORDS (EDITOR@JONESINCROSSWORDS.COM)

55 Questions, comments or suggestions for our local puzzle guru?

Email Pearl Stark at pearl@bendsource.com © Pearl Stark mathpuzzlesgames.com/quodoku

Fill in every row, column, and 3x3 box with each of the letters exactly once.

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The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will complete the quote:

“On the morning of Thanksgiving, I would wake up to the home smelling of all good things, wafting upstairs to my room. I would set the table with the fancy silverware and china and hope that my parents and grandmother wouldn't have the annual Thanksgiving fight about________.” —Debi Mazar

ANSWER TO LAST WEEKS PUZZLES

Across

Down

1 Gymnast Dominique

1 Without charge, like a battery

6 Model who married David Bowie

2 “Alice’s Restaurant” chronicler Guthrie

10 No pros

3 Like time that’s used productively

14 Standing bolt upright

4 Subspecies adapted to a particular habitat

15 Broccoli ___

5 Pig residence

16 India.___

6 Jim Carrey flick “Me, Myself & ___”

17 Amalgam, e.g.

7 “Hot 100” magazine

18 Office bigwig, casually

8 Biblical second son

19 Part of the underground economy?

9 Guitar part

20 Lummox

10 Bitter Italian aperitif

21 Actor who played the game show host in

11 Rigel’s constellation

“Slumdog Millionaire”

12 Boys of Bolivia

23 Gambler’s “strategy”

13 Mystic

25 Restaurant supply

21 Natl. League city

26 Descend, in mountaineering

22 Springfield Indian

28 Gloomy

24 “Note to ___ ...”

30 “___ Pretty” (“West Side Story” song)

26 “Mystery!” host Diana

31 Godsend

27 Two or three

33 “Yeah, right!”

28 Lowercase J parts

37 Atty. ___

29 Artistic Yoko

38 Popular ‘50s haircut (with help on the

31 “The Wizard of Oz” author Frank

theme from 54-Across)

32 1951 Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Mel

41 Sch. founded by Thomas Jefferson

34 Greyhound station purchase

42 1939 movie classic, briefly

35 Father of daredevil Robbie Knievel

44 On the ___ (not on friendly terms)

36 “Modern” museum in London

45 Start over

39 Place to go in England?

47 Khloe Kardashian’s ex-husband Lamar

40 Piper and Phoebe’s sister, on “Charmed”

49 Dash headlong

43 “___ of the world, unite!”

50 “Finding ___”

46 White-furred weasels

52 “Musical” slang term for money

48 Easter egg colorer

54 Infidelity can signal them (with help on the

49 Marathoner’s time units, for short

theme from 38-Across)

50 Unnecessary hassle

57 Alternative to hot or blended

51 Moved very slowly

60 Level

52 Gelcaps, say

61 Little or no effort

53 “Hee Haw” cohost Buck

62 Bracelet locale

54 Hot Pitt

63 Part of AMA

55 Gaseous element

64 Ready to do business

56 Smoke an e-cigarette

65 V formers

58 “What ___ is there to say?”

66 Root beer brand

59 Animal seen jumping on a road sign

67 “The Untouchables” crimefighter Eliot

62 ID checker’s info

68 Chemical term after poly-

“First, remember to breathe. It won’t change what has happened, but it will keep you alive—and this, as it turns out, is indisputably helpful for what must come next.

For only the living can resist.” —Time Wise

VOLUME 20 ISSUE 47 / November 24, 2016 / THE SOURCE WEEKLY

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MOR E T H A N 15 0 E V E N T S! THURSDAY, NOV. 24

Thanksgiving Dinner: Great Hall (SOLD OUT) | 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Carson's American Kitchen | 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Grille at Crosswater (Resort Guests Only) | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOV. 25

Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk | 10 a.m.

Santa Visits the Main Lodge | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Holiday Movie Series (Polar Express) | 7 p.m.

Holiday Gift Card Offer GOLF | DINING | SPA | RECREATION | LODGING

Purchase a Sunriver Resort gift card for $150 or more, and receive a complimentary one-night stay.

For a limited time only!

SATURDAY, NOV. 26

Brunch with Santa at the Great Hall | 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Civil War Party at the Main Lodge | 1 p.m.

Santa Visits the Main Lodge | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Holiday Marketplace

Friday and Saturday, Nov. 25 and 26 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The 15th Annual Sunriver Resort Holiday Marketplace is located in the Homestead Building and Heritage Gallery Rooms at the Great Hall. Find a unique gift or holiday ornament at our annual arts and crafts show.

RESERVE YOUR TABLE FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER TODAY!

Call 800-354-1632 or visit sunriver-resort.com/traditions

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