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If you thought American traditions were strange, get a load of Jared Rasic’s picks for slightly scary, sometimes bizarre holiday stories worldwide.

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Not jazzed about cooking—and possibly botching—the turkey (or ham) dinner this holiday? Take the trouble off your plate and hit these local spots open for Christmas dinner. Annette Benedetti has the details.

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OPINION Letters

FOUR-WAY STOPS & TRAFFIC CIRCLES

IN RESPONSE TO “PROBLEMS ON THE PLAZA” (12/7) It is not illegal to drop an F-bomb in public.

It is not illegal to be a transient, “counter culture,” or to reject societal norms.

Panhandling is not illegal. “Negative behavior” and “disruptive” is code language for “bad for business.”

One cannot in good faith “spend thousands of dollars to tell people to come to this beautiful downtown,” and then complain about “undesirable” people that show up. If you build it, they will come. The transients have a First Amendment right to be there.

Drug dealing and indecent behavior ARE illegal: either a 24 hour police or security guard presence is required....which is probably not the business environment or cost solution the Business Association has in mind.

Meanwhile, what to do with the transient population? Replacing the parking lots and enclosures with more commercial buildings might make the transients move elsewhere...but they won’t disappear. And neither will the social problems they bring with them: homelessness, substance abuse and bad behavior.

—Steve Thorp

TRUMP AND PUTIN, MARRIAGE MADE IN HELL In a recent piece in the NY Times, written by the Editorial Board (http://nyti.ms/2gFbIzF), it is noted that President-elect

IN RESPONSE TO “HATE RASH,” 11/17 After reading your recent article on racism and bullying spreading throughout schools in Central Oregon, we wanted to write to you about how Bend International School could act as a model to other schools, although we are a small school, we are one big community.

As students attending Bend International School we are taught to accept all differences not only from our parents but from our teachers. Our director Meera Rupp has an appreciation for all cultures and that makes an impact on every student here at BIS, she helps us understand that every person has the same simple needs: shelter, water, and food, after that we are all very different.

In school we learn math, language arts, and science just as every school would, but our subjects include music, Spanish, PE, library and P.B.L. (Project Based Learning).

Some of these subjects other schools cut out of their system; these “extra” subjects can help the students express their interests. We understand that people have very strong opinions on this year’s elections. The kids who are intimidating and bullying their

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Listen up morons. Yeah, I’m talking to you.

First, let’s talk four-way stops. They are simple. Pull up to the stop line. Wait your turn. Take your turn! Put down your phone.

Quit texting. Yank your head out of your anal orifice. Everybody is expecting you to go when it is your turn. If you don’t go, then everyone else has to decide who goes.

Worse, you finally wake up when the other three have figured out you are an idiot, and go, then the intersection turns into a mess.

Don’t be nice. It is your turn. Go! Now for traffic circles. These are also simple. You enter and go counter-clockwise. (That’s to your right, morons. Believe it our not, last week I did see someone stop at the circle, and then turn left against the grain. Fortunately, no one was coming.) The whole key to this is that little stick that is on the left side of your steering column. It is called a turn signal. We see you coming. We assume, absent that little flashing light at the front of your car, that you are proceeding thru the circle. But, no, you go ahead and exit without signaling, thus disrupting a nice flow.

Wake up people. We are all in this together. Help the rest of us out. Do your job.

—Dan Cooper

Trump has basically been installed by Russian involvement and manipulation of this election. Why is this partisan? Even to staunch right wingers this should signal a loud bell whistle. To patriots everywhere in this country who have fought to protect our democracy, this should instill concern and even fear. The Russians have been working on this strategy for years.

Putin, a product of the KGB, is ruthless in assassinations of detractors and obscuring a free press. This is what we have to look forward to. It isn’t partisan, it is reality.

Wake up. Even if you feel happy, empowered, strengthened and acknowledged by the election of your candidate, regardless of his apparent lack of intellectual curiosity (he doesn’t need to participate in daily security briefings, cause he is “smart”), and his horrific gaffes towards China, (he did that on purpose cause he wants to make a “terrific bigly deal”), you cannot condone this apparent bloodless coup from an outside sovereign nation, that is the definition of treason. The only solution is for the Hamilton Electors to exercise the option of selecting a sane leader for the position of President of the United States. Select a sane Republican if you like, (if that exists, maybe Kasich), but do not install the Russian puppet. Trump’s election is a fraud and his relationship as Putin’s handmaiden, is evil, it undermines our democracy. The Founders saw this possibility and wrote into our system of government, safeguards, exercise them now if you really are an America. Do we really want to create Amerika?

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schoolmates, feel that because of the results of the election that this type of behavior is acceptable.

Our school firmly believes that racism is not acceptable in any way. The system our school uses if students act disrespectfully to each other is called a "peace circle" where the students involved in a conflict will come together in a judgment free circle, where they can express how they feel without fear of being judged. The participants of the Peace Circle names remain confidential.

Racism, think about it, what is it? It’s discriminating people because of their race, if so that should not be shown by anyone let alone children, the things they are saying should not of gone to the point that kids don’t want to attend school. The Central Oregon your article is talking about is not the loving community of Bend we know and appreciate. It makes us sad to see people in our community are treating others this way.

We’re proud to have a diverse student body and staff, which helps us appreciate our differences. In our community circles and safe learning environment, our minority students are speaking out. Many of these students have expressed that this is the first school that they have been to that they have not been discriminated against by both students and staff. This is shocking, but also awesome. Bend International School is making a difference!

—Lila Yee and Gwen Costello

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LETTER OF THE WEEK Lila and Gwen: Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.

Following our article we continued to receive information about how teachers city-wide have been spreading a message of acceptance among their students, and we commend them for their efforts. As for you, I hope to see you grow up to be the conscientious, tolerant, forward-thinking global citizens our society badly needs! Come grab a gift card from Palate on us.

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OPINION

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New School Bond: Paying the Piper, One Way or the Other

n November, voters turned down Measure 97, an admittedly-vague measure that would have added billions to state coffers, and ostensibly more money to Oregon schools. Voters approved Measure 98 to fund career and technical education and college prep in all Oregon high schools. The passage of Measure 99, meanwhile, created an Outdoor Education Fund to provide outdoor school for kids statewide.

With the passage of two of the three education-related measures, Oregon’s kids took a small step forward; but as reported in our 12/15 editorial, the governor’s subsequent proposed budget slated 53 percent less than Measure 98 originally called for.

When it came to Measure 97, 66.14 percent of voters in Deschutes County voted no. Some opposed it for its vague language and the fear that much of the funds would ultimately go toward funding the Public Employees Retirement System, an overdue bill that will come due in 2017. Others opposed Measure 97 because it would only target certain corporations. We supported Measure 97, not because it was a perfect bill, but because it offered a solution to a longstanding problem—the best and only tangible one we’d seen in a long time. As many know, Oregon’s schools are far behind in necessary repairs and soon will be bursting at the seams.

Measure 97 would have eased some of those woes, but it was not to be.

Now, voters in Deschutes County will have another funding mechanism for facilities: a $268.3 million bond proposed by the Bend-La Pine school board last week. With the majority of schools experiencing overcrowding and with hundreds of new students moving in every year, the district

needs new schools to keep pace with growth—and it’s going to fall on local voters to pay for it. Among the items proposed is $33 million for a new elementary school and $129 million for a new high school for southeast Bend, according to a report from KTVZ. Additional funds would be used for energy efficiency improvements, technology upgrades and other necessary repairs and expansions.

The proposal would add 44 cents per $1,000 of property value, equating to roughly $130 in additional taxes for the owner of a $300,000 home. While we support the proposed bond and the additions it would bring, we have to note that once again, it’s the property owners who will bear the brunt of the burden. Oregon’s system of taxation has been repeatedly called out for leaning most heavily on property taxes to fund public services, and with this record-level proposed bond measure, local voters will be tapped once again.

“I think we’re really lucky in Bend-La Pine because when bonds come up and people say we need to build a new school, everybody chips in,” said Colin Robinson, a Bend-La Pine parent and the president of the Oregon PTA in an article in the Source in September. The last time a school bond was posed, in 2013, 62.42 percent of voters in Deschutes County voted yes. This time, when the bond measure comes up for a vote, vote in favor of funding adequate educational facilities for our local kids. At the same time, don’t let up on the Legislature in finding other creative solutions to bring more funds into the state coffers, and in turn to our local school budgets.

Increased taxation on corporations?

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Stay Lit, Central Oregon!

Energy Challenge program extends into Redmond and Tumalo for 2017

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For the LEDs, that Represents: • 1,270,455 reduction in pounds of CO2 • 1,907,590 reduction in KWH/year

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ver the past two years, you may have wondered at the crew of people in Americorps gear, riding around Bend on bikes laden with boxes of LED bulbs. Whether in snow or in sleet, the crew has been working to get the word out about the incredible energy savings you can get by replacing your home’s old incandescent bulbs with LEDs. Call them the fairies of stuff that’s not only free, but ends up saving you lots of money on your annual utility bill. And no, there’s no catch.

For the past two years, Bend has been one of 50 semifinalists vying for the Georgetown University Energy Prize—a coveted award with a $5 million prize purse. The competition “challenges towns, cities, and counties to rethink their energy use, and implement creative strategies to increase efficiency—including cutting down on energy usage.”

A quick look at Bend’s efforts thus far shows that the numbers do really add up. Among the efforts that have been part of the Bend Energy Challenge is the free LED program, offering the free installation of up to 16 LED bulbs and low-flow shower heads in any home within the city limits of Bend. Since beginning the installation program in November 2105, crews have installed LED bulbs in 2,300 homes; or roughly 10 percent of homes within the city limits. In addition, crews have installed 1,248 shower fixtures and 1,371 aerators.

LED Lighting Guru Neil Baunsgard pedals a load of LED bulbs to a Bend home, in finer weather.

consumption of the commercial, industrial and transportation sectors.

The 50 communities taking part in this semifinal round have had the past two years to tackle lowering energy usage, as well as educating the public, and working with local businesses and governments to implement plans for sustained energy efficiency in the community…with at least a partial goal of winning that pot of money.

But with the semifinalist portion wrapping up at the end of 2016, it isn’t looking like Bend will make the top spot, says Neil Baunsgard, LED Lighting Guru for the Bend Energy Challenge.

“As of now we’re still in 11th place, but we won’t know really much until we get everything all wrapped up and send everything to Georgetown,” says

"There's really no catch, as long as you're in our service area and you have lightbulbs that need to be —NEIL BAUNSGARD changed."

As reported in the Source Weekly in February, Bend’s decrease in electricity and natural gas consumption in the first half of 2015 compared to the same period in 2014 was the equivalent of the greenhouse gas emissions of driving 6,883 vehicles for one year, according to BEC. The national competition is focused on consumption of electricity and natural gas by residences and municipal entities. Not included is petroleum consumption, and the energy

Baunsgard. That placement could still put Bend in the final round of the competition, but it’s too soon to tell.

Regardless, a winner will be chosen by July 2017.

Baunsgard says in terms of the success of the LED program, there have been varying tides of interest.

“Getting mass adoption of programs is difficult,” Baunsgard reflects, but at times, it’s more challenging than others. “We had an Americorps team last fall, last Novem-

Since November 2015: Crews have installed: LED bulbs in 2,300 homes; or roughly 10 percent of homes within the city limits 1,248 shower fixtures 1,371 aerators For the LEDs, that represents: 1,270,455 reduction in pounds of CO2 1,907,590 reduction in KWH/year As reported in the Source Weekly in February, Bend’s decrease in electricity and natural gas consumption in the first half of 2015 compared to the same period in 2014 was the equivalent of the greenhouse gas emissions of driving 6,883 vehicles for one year, according to BEC.

ber, December, and we were hoping to get 200 people signed up and get to 100 homes. We put our first ad in the Source and we had 700 people sign up.”

Expansion of the Program With the closing of the semifinal competition window, it could have been lights out for the program— except the team found out this month it would not only be continuing into 2017, but also expanding.

“We’re expanding our area so we’re now going to do Bend (including outside the city limits) and up to Tumalo and Redmond.” Up to now, people in those areas could sign up for an Energy Saver Kit through the Energy Trust of Oregon—but didn’t qualify for the free in-person install.

With the expansion into those new areas, Baunsgard expects the LED

team to be hopping—so long as the word gets out.

“The biggest challenge is getting people to sign up and the hardest thing is getting people to believe free, so the messaging is challenging.” A lot of people are skeptical about anything that’s attached with the “free” moniker, thinking there’s some other agenda at work. In this case, though, there isn’t.

“There’s really no catch,” Baunsgard says, “as long as you’re in our service area and you have lightbulbs that need to be changed.” SW The Bend Energy Challenge

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Bearded Superstar The Making of Santa

It takes a special person to don the red suit and be Santa over the holidays. Not convinced? Disagree? Maybe once we did, too.

It’s not that we were haters before Hal Reitmeier walked through the doors of the Source Weekly; it’s just that we hadn’t yet been introduced to the magic a gifted Santa could bring.

Sure, he’s got the sparkling eyes and the caring personality you’d expect from Santa—but when he’s working the room in an office filled with skeptical, kinda-pissed-off-about-the-world media types, suffice it to say it was a feat to get our attention.

Simply put, this guy’s the real deal, and we couldn’t wait to talk to him about doing what he does.

Source Weekly: We know you’re the “real” Santa, but for those looking to get into a side gig at the mall or something, what makes a good Santa?

SW: How does one get this gig?

SC: I went to Santa Claus school, (and) at Santa Claus school they had the costume—the Santa outfits—there to purchase. They were the ones that they felt best represent what Santa should look like, so that’s what I purchased, was from the Santa Claus school.

You need a nice costume or clothing that reflects the character of Santa Claus.

Santa Claus is a superstar, so you have to understand that when you are in a Santa Claus uniform you’re not (yourself)

on how to respond to children that are not necessarily asking for toys, but they have other, you know, concerns that are more difficult than just to say “I’ll bring that to you on Christmas.” So

"Santa Claus is a superstar, so you have to understand that when you are in a Santa Claus uniform you're not (yourself) anymore, you're a superstar and you have to behave and people look to you and respect you."

—Santa Claus SW: What do you learn at Santa school?

SC: You learn how to prepare for events, little things that make you differentiate from other Santas. They teach you the importance of understanding the children, they give you pointers

(they teach you) how to interact with different situations that aren’t necessarily just a gift.

SW: Wow, I can see how that could get serious. How do you handle those types of cases?

SC: Santa has friends and Santa

will talk to his friends and see if they can come and help. You kinda withdraw Santa from the picture. And if it’s very serious, obviously, Santa needs to talk to whoever is responsible for the event, that there is an issue that needs to be dealt with outside of a visit.

SW: Did you think about that happening before you went to Santa school?

SC: No. In fact, I questioned it even when I was at Santa Claus school. It has come up since then. Now, at Santa Claus school, they talked about very serious things. “Santa, I’m getting beaten at home, can you do something to stop that?” And I’ve never run into that, I have never seen that. But that’s something that they talk about. That potentially could happen. And in most cases, you go to an authority, either at the event that you’re at that’s responsible, or (refer back) to an authority and say, “This is what happened” and maybe something

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Santa Claus: Love for children, jolly personality—this is a tough one—a natural beard, if you can, sparkly eyes, a nice smile, calmness and tenderness with the children, showing compassion for them.

anymore, you’re a superstar and you have to behave and people look to you and respect you. That, you know, the Santa Claus aspect of it, not necessarily you personally (laughter).

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needs to be looked into, ‘cause Santa Claus can’t do anything.

Children tend to share things with Santa that they would not necessarily share with anybody else.

SC: I do about 30 events. I can do more. I do homeschool, and some of those are just with two or three children and others are where families get

SC: I learned that I had a perfect 34th Street beard. You know, The Miracle on 34th Street? And the professor said, “You don’t need to do anything.” Some Santas will curl their beards, some need to bleach them…

I’m fortunate, I just let it grow, I have a person here in

"I know it's not for me, it's for the figure that I represent, but it's fun to bring that excitement to the young children and to see how respectful they are."

—Santa Claus together and have Santa come and that might be 15 to 20 children. A lot of resorts have breakfast with Santa, and I go to those. They’re somewhat like malls, but I do a lot more, I just don’t sit there.

SW: What made you want to be Santa?

SC: I’ve always been a jolly, happy-go-lucky guy with a personality that you obviously have seen, and when I got ready to retire, people would always ask me, “Well, what do you want to do when you retire?” And that’s always a difficult question to answer, ‘cause you don’t know. So I would just say, “Oh, I’m gonna be a Santa Claus,” and that would satisfy their curiosity of what I might do. And then after I retired completely I (had) kind of a transition, part-time for a while. I decided, “Well, what the heck? I’ll go see what Santa Claus school is about.”

My main concern was my beard. I wanted to make sure I had a beard that was acceptable and how I should care for it and make it look authentic.

So that was my primary goal, was to do that, but I got a lot (more), believe it or not. When you say Santa Claus School, people think, “Hey, well you just put the suit on and go, 'Ho ho ho.’” but there are a lot of little things to it that make it a lot more exciting for children.

town, a beautician or barber, and she just trims it just to touch it up, just to shape it.

SW: What does Santa represent for you?

SC: I’m a Christian by background, by faith, so I see Santa as contrary to some people, I see Santa as an extension of the Christmas story.

Others, I mean, if you research the history of Santa Claus, back thousands of years ago, it’s a pretty dark figure.

Like even some of Disney’s fairy tales. But I don’t perceive him that way, and that is not the way I look at him. So when I do attend, some of my home visits are with families that are Christian, and they know that I will share that message, so they know that, specifically they request that I share. I only do that by request.

SW: Do you think people see Santa as a secular figure?

SC: I think, yeah. I think people nowadays see it as a secular figure. Some Christians would even say that it’s a distraction from the true story of Christmas. All of those could be.

Personally, with our family, when we had little children, Santa was a day. I mean, we lived in Portland, so we went into Macy’s and we went to Santa Claus and we rode the bus and we made it an interesting and fun day, and the

children would sit on Santa’s lap, and then that was pretty much it. Then we went on to (learn) what Christmas was about. So we didn’t exclude or we didn’t overemphasize it, but we included it.

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SW: What kinds of events do you do?

SW: A lot of guys are pretty diligent about their beards.

Any tips for aspiring Santas or others?

SW: I might not get another chance to talk to Santa this year. What else should I know?

SC: I think it’s so rewarding when you walk—and this is part of Santa being a superstar—when you walk into an event and the children’s faces light up and their eyes glow and they get so excited, and I go to some home visits and the children are jumping and they’re so excited, and this morning I did a visit to a preschool, and I walk in ringing my bells and saying, “Ho ho ho” and all the children see me and it’s really rewarding for me, as a person, to see that. I know it’s not for me, it’s for the figure that I represent, but it’s fun to bring that excitement to the young children and to see how respectful they are. The children are very respectful and very kind and anxious to talk with you, or some of them are very shy (and) you’ve got to be very careful not to scare them.

SW: They know you’re watching, they’re trying to be on their best behavior for you!

SC: I ask three questions when a child sits on my lap, but I went to a home visit, and rather than repeat it to every child because they’re all sitting right at your feet listening, I said, “OK, before you sit on my lap, Santa has three questions.” And I go, “Do you brush your teeth?” and they go, “Oh, yes.” And I go, “Do you eat your vegetables?” and they go, “Oh yes, yes.” They all, it’s just a chorus of yeses. And then I go, “Do you pick up your toys when you’re done playing with them?” and they all said yes as loud as they could, and you heard this giggling and laughing and smiling of the parents in the background.

I looked at all the parents and I go, “You know, you’ve got the greatest children in the world,” and they all laugh, you know, and say “Yeah, right!” SW

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Friday 23 & Saturday 24

HORSE DRAWN CHRISTMAS CAROLING

ALAN JONES SEXTET

JAZZ—Have the jazziest holiday yet with the latest installment in the Mt. Bachelor Riverhouse Jazz Series. Featuring the Alan Jones Ensemble with John Nastos on alto sax, Greg Goebel on piano, Charlie Porter on trumpet and Jon Lakey on bass—plus Nicole Glover on tenor sax, this one will get your holiday weekend going strong. // 6:30pm both nights.

Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N Hwy 97, Bend. $48.

Saturday 24

MARAGAS WINERY CHRISTMAS EVE OPEN HOUSE

Friday 23

UGLY PANTS CHRISTMAS PARTY

WINE—Who says you have to stick around home on Christmas Eve? Even if you head out to Maragas Winery for the free mulled wine, hot chocolate and spiced popcorn the Winery is offering as part of its old-fashioned Christmas celebration, chances are Santa Claus will still make it to your house that night. That is, if you’re on the nice list... // 11am. Maragas Winery, 15523 SW Hwy 97, Culver. Free, but bring a donation for the food bank.

SPANDEX—You’ve probably been to about a gazillion ugly sweater parties this season, so isn’t it time that your bottom half got some hideous, worn-once-andnever-again attention?! Ponder no more, Bendites, your pants’ time has come.

With music from The Chinups and Corner Gospel Explosion, a Redneck Santa gag gift exchange and prizes for the ugliest pants, this is the low-brow holiday event you’ve been waiting for. Bring a gift of $5 and under for the exchange. // 9pm.

Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. No cover.

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MUSIC—Every genre Butterfly Breakdown plays around in becomes another notch in their sonic belt loop. Whether the band is shredding blues, wailing folk or sounding like the second coming of Heart, Butterfly Breakdown blows the lid off most bands that even attempt their sound. Every time they come to Bend, they just get better. // 7pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. No cover.

DJ NYM

COCKTAILS—DJ NYM derives his stage name from the word homonym, which by one definition is, “musically one of two or more songs that sound alike, but in fact are different songs that blend as one.”

NYM will create a blend of soul, hip-hop, funk and holiday cheer for two nights at the Dogwood. A perfect excuse to escape family and drink some tasty cocktails. // 9pm. The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin, 147 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. No cover.

You’ve seen these holiday events in the Source before, but don’t miss them this week when you’re looking for some holiday fun!

AWESOME LIGHTS—If you’ve been in Central Oregon for at least one holiday season, you’ve probably done Starfest before. Every year from Thanksgiving to New Year's, a mile of amazing animated lights decorates the road along Eagle Crest. FYI: Taking the horse-drawn wagon is never not a perfect way to go. // Daily, 4pm-10pm. Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Rd., Redmond. Free to walk or drive through.

Wednesday 21 – Friday 23 A TOWER CHRISTMAS

VARIETY—Get all your Christmas cheer and holiday theatre going done in one big night with this family-friendly event that includes plenty of singing, dancing and scenes from the Christmas classics you love. For the busy family on the go, this is the show to help you check the show-going off your list. // Dec 21, 22 & 23, 7pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $15 adults, $10 children.

Dec. 21-23, Dec. 27-29 SANTALAND

HO HO HO—Throughout the holiday season the Old Mill has been alive with holiday spirit. There are carriage rides, carolers, a giving tree and most notably, Santa! Local celebrities pose as St. Nicholas and listen to the Christmas wishes of kids, while parents try to guess who’s under the white beard. It’s a fun and festive tradition for a reason! // 11am-5pm. Old Orvis Building, 320 Powerhouse Dr. Suite 110, Bend. $10-$15.

Thursday 22 - Saturday 24 “THE SANTALAND DIARIES”

CHRISTMAS SHOW—Clinton Clark returns as Crumpet the Elf in David Sedaris’ modern classic riff on dealing with the holidays when you’re just not feeling it. For a show this snarky, sarcastic and bitter, there’s never a moment that doesn’t have true heart and a spirit for Christmas. For the Santas and Grinches alike. // 7:30pm and 2pm matinee. 2nd Street Theater, 22 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $12-$15.

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Wayward Soul is way more than a country band. After making a band in 2015, the musicians have evolved to take on a bevy of genres. Photo courtesy of Cameron Harris.

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ast year’s Make-A-Band event was a huge deal for Central Oregon.

There wasn’t quite anything like that in town before and it teamed up some of the most ridiculously talented producers and musicians in the region.

To recap, the series invited local musicians to perform at one of six events at Silver Moon Brewing. Producers then brought selected musicians together as a band, culminating at the Make-ABand showcase at the Tower Theatre in

band. I don’t think any of us were attached to the band being a permanent fixture; rather, we were just interested in meeting new people in the local scene and having a fun experience, which the MAB format was perfect for. It was only after the audience’s response at our debut performance at the Tower Theater a month later that we started to think that this could turn into something bigger.”

Wayward Soul comfortably fits into

"We are more interested in reaching people with the songs and vocal performances...trying to create special moments of connection between ourselves —CAMERON HARRIS and the audience."

Bend in November 2015.

Wayward Soul absolutely swept the competition—one of the few bands created for the event that stayed together over the last year.

“A lot of the credit for the band’s formation has to go to Stacie Lynn Johnson of the Broken Down Guitars,” says Cameron Harris, the bassist and band manager. “She was the ‘producer’ of the Make-A-Band event that hand selected each of the members of the

the country and Americana genres, but also sounds equally at home playing funk, R&B, blues and bluegrass. The musicians’ disparate experiences playing for a variety of different bands means there really isn’t a genre they can’t tackle. “I think one of the most interesting things about our band is the obvious differences in our musical styles and influences,” says Harris. “At the outset, the conversation was that we would primarily focus on country

and American roots music. With the country instrumentation (pedal steel, fiddle, mandolin) this seemed to be a logical choice. While the influences are pretty much all over the map, we are challenging ourselves to integrate those into a sound that represents each of us in some way.”

The work they’ve done in the last year has really cemented how they sound as a band, not just in recordings, but the live show as well. “I think one of the most interesting things is that the performances are truly focused on the songs,” says Harris. “Aaron Rehn, our primary songwriter, has a special gift for creating songs that sound like classics the first time you ever hear them. It’s easy for a new band to cater to the party crowds and dish out easily digestible dance tunes, but that’s not where our focus is. We are more interested in reaching people with the songs and vocal performances... trying to create special moments of connection between ourselves and the audience.” SW Wayward Soul

Monday, Dec. 26, 7pm McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend No cover

SNEAK PEEK It’s nearly the end of 2016…a year that might have sucked in other ways, but was still deep in musical riches.

When it comes to Best Albums, this is the Source’s list of Honorable Mentions. Stay tuned for next week when we reveal our Top 10 Albums of the year, plus much more coverage of the Year in Review!

Honorable Mentions: Albums of 2016 (in no particular order)

Bob Mould: “Patch The Sky” Green Day: “Revolution Radio” Ty Segall: “Emotional Mugger” Against Me!: “Shape Shift With Me” Lucy Dacus: “No Burden” Bonnie Raitt: “Dig In Deep” Sturgill Simpson: “A Sailor’s Guide

to Earth”

Mudcrutch: “Mudcrutch 2” Robbie Fulks: “Upland Stories” Miranda Lambert: “The Weight of These Wings”

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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. Daily through Dec. 31, 4-10pm. Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Rd., Redmond.

541-923-2453. Free for self-guided tour. $10 adults, $5 children for wagon rides.

Old Mill District Celebrity SantaLand 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. Wed, Dec. 21, 11am5pm, Thurs, Dec. 22, 11am-5pm and Fri, Dec. 23, 11am-5pm. Old Mill District SantaLand, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend. 541-312-0131.

Carriage Rides Enjoy complimentary carriage 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. Wed, Dec. 21-Fri, Dec. 23, 1-4pm, Tues, Dec. 27-Thurs, Dec. 29, 1-4pm. Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend.

“The Santaland Diaries” Based on the

true chronicles of David Sedaris’ experience as Crumpet the Elf in Macy’s Santaland display, this cult classic riffs on a few of Sedaris’ truly odd encounters with his fellow man during the height of the holiday crunch. Wed, Dec. 21-Fri, Dec. 23, 7:30pm and Sat, Dec. 24, 2pm. 2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $12 adv., $15 door.

Holiday Celebration Join in a celebration of the holidays with music, drama and festive refreshments. You will enjoy a community favorite artist, Cinda, along with her ukulele choir and a special first appearance of our newly form theatrical troup, Senior Moments. Wed, Dec. 21, 2pm. Mt. Bachelor Memory Care, 20225 Powers Rd., Bend.

Bend Brewing Holiday Beer Pairing Dinner A one of a kind holiday dining experi-

ence where you’ll learn the secret to successfully pair different styles of beer with dishes that create harmony, contrast and balance. Wed, Dec. 21, 6:30-9pm. Bend Brewing Company, 1019 NW Brooks St., Bend. $45.

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Winter Solstice Celebration The Pavilion in Bend will be lighted up for the holidays with lighting presented by Holiday Help Christmas Lighting. Join in for a joyful evening of ice skating, treats and twinkling lights to welcome in winter’s delights. Wed, Dec. 21, 6-9pm. The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend. 541-3897588. $6, includes skate rental.

Holiday Class, Dance & Potluck Come join for a Peabody group class, followed by a social dance. This evening will also be the holiday potluck—bring a dish to share. 16+. Fri, Dec. 23, 7-9pm. Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St., Bend. $5.

DJ Nym Two nights of funk, soul, hip-hop

and holiday cheer. Fri., Dec. 23, 9 pm and Sat., Dec. 24, 9 pm. Dogwood Cocktail Cabin, 147 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend.

Christmas Eve Dinner Join Pronghorn for

the holidays and enjoy a prix fixe Christmas Eve Dinner with your choice of three main courses.

You can view the menu online at pronghornresort.com. Sat, Dec. 24, 5-9pm. Pronghorn Resort, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. 541-693-5300. $65.

Maragas Winery Christmas Eve Open House Experience the friendship and giving of

old. The mulled wine, hot chocolate and spiced popcorn are complimentary. It›s an old fashioned welcome that will hearken many of you back to childhood. Sat, Dec. 24, 11am. Maragas Winery, 15523 SW Hwy 97. Free, but please bring food bank donation.

Horse Drawn Christmas Caroling Two big, Percheron horses complete with jingle bells pull the wagon for 45-50 minutes through downtown and the historical district. Go to cowboycarriage.us/christmas for exact times and to reserve your ride. Meet at the Pine Tavern which is offering 10% off any food order for our guests before or after your ride. Sat, Dec. 24, 7-10pm and Dec. 25, 7-10pm. Pine Tavern, 967 NW Brooks St. Carriage Rides Embrace the magical spirit of the holiday season and join us for holiday carriage rides at Black Butte Ranch. Sat, Dec. 24, 11am-3pm, Tues, Dec. 27-Sat, Dec. 31, 11am3pm. Black Butte Ranch, 13653 Hawksbeard Rd., Sisters. $10, kids under 5 free.

Community Christmas Dinner The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection

District and the Sisters-Camp Sherman Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Association would like to invite the public to join us at our annual Sisters community Christmas dinner. Sun, Dec. 25, 1-3pm. Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Fire Station 701, 301 S Elm St., Sisters.

Christmas Dinner A delicious four-course Christmas prix fixe meal, selecting your favorites from a special holiday menu. From 4-8pm delight in jazz piano from Georges Bouhey! Sun, Dec. 25, noon-9pm. 10 Below, 10 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. $52 adult, $19 ages 6-12.

Christmas Dinner Join for Christmas Dinner at Range Restaurant for gourmet dining with specials featuring roasted duck breast, smoked prime rib, ricotta gnocchi and all the trimmings.

Full menu online at brasada.com. For reservations call 541-526-6870. Sat, Dec. 25, 3-6pm.

Brasada Ranch, 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd., Powell Butte. $50 adults, $28 children ages 5-10.

Christmas Day Alcothon Meetings and

potluck all day—bring a dish to share. Meetings begin every hour between 8am-5pm. Speaker meeting starts at 7pm. Sat, Dec. 25, 8am-8pm.

Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St., Bend. 541-610-6624. Free. SW

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Corner Gospel Explosion will don festive attire while performing at Volcanic Theatre Pub's ugly pants Christmas party alongside the Chinups, 12/23.

21 Wednesday Astro Lounge Leif James Talented local

singer songwriter will be coming to perform his originals and covers. James delivers a memorable performance each time. There isn’t a show that goes by that he does not garner new fans.

8 pm. No cover.

Cabin 22 Bobby Lindstrom & Friends Local’s

favorite bluesman Bobby Lindstrom and friends play their rockin’ blues, pure rock ‘n roll and your old favorites, plus Bobby’s amazing originals.

6-9 pm. No cover.

Checker’s Pub Talent/Open Mic 6-8 pm.

No cover.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

M&J Tavern Open Mic 6:30 pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar Karaoke 7 pm.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

Jive Coulis We started as a three piece in Colorado. Jumped on the bus and Eric and Jordan found their way to Oregon. Found the talented Collin Braley on the drum sticks and we are rockin’ ‘n’ rolling! 7 pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Open Mic 6-9 pm The Capitol Kickin’ It Old Skool Join us for a

Night of friends and celebration, and of course dirty, dirty bass! With Cymatics, Harlo, Smilodon, RelkyOne and more. 9 pm.

The Lot Open Mic 6 pm. No cover.

PICK Tower Theatre A Tower Christmas Get

all your Christmas cheer and holiday theatre going done in one big night with this family-friendly event that includes plenty of singing, dancing and scenes from the Christmas classics you love. For

the busy family on the go, this is the show to help you check the show-going off your list. 7 pm. $15 adults, $10 children.

22 Thursday 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.

PICK Tower Theatre A Tower Christmas Get all your Christmas cheer and holiday theatre going done in one big night with this family-friendly event that includes plenty of singing, dancing and scenes from the Christmas classics you love. For the busy family on the go, this is the show to help you check the show-going off your list. 7 pm. $15 adults, $10 children.

23 Friday Astro Lounge DJ Harlo Playing an eclectic mix of EDM and top 40’s. 10 pm. No cover.

PICK Dogwood Cocktail Cabin DJ NYM Two nights of funk, soul, hip-hop and holiday cheer. 9 pm.

J DUB Bobby Lindstrom Local’s favorite bluesman Bobby Lindstrom and friends play their rockin’ blues, pure rock ‘n roll and your old favorites, plus Bobby’s amazing originals. 6 pm.

No cover.

Jackson’s Corner Eastside Coyote

Willow 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. 6-8 pm. No cover.

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

Riverhouse on the DePICK schutes Riverhouse Jazz—Alan Jones Sextet

Jones is one of those rare percussionists who is also a musician. The Alan Jones Ensemble features John Nastos on alto sax, pianist Greg Goebel, trumpeter Charlie Porter, and Jon Lakey on bass. Plus featuring Nicole Glover. 6:30 pm. $48.

The Summit Saloon & Stage DJ Steele

21+. 9 pm. No cover.

The Capitol Madhappy Allstars Live band with guest MC’s. Lurk and Loiter rocking two piece band to open. DJ’s Theclectik and N8ture to close. 10 pm-2 am. No cover.

The Loft Paul Eddy Forgotten gems and new originals from local Bedell Artist Paul Eddy.

7-9 pm.

PICK Tower Theatre A Tower Christmas Get all your Christmas cheer and holiday theatre going done in one big night with this family-friendly event that includes plenty of singing, dancing and scenes from the Christmas classics you love. For the busy family on the go, this is the show to help you check the show-going off your list. 7 pm. $15 adults, $10 children.

PICK Volcanic Theatre Pub Ugly Pants

Christmas Party You’ve probably been to about a gazillion ugly sweater parties this season, so isn’t it time that your bottom half got some hideous, worn-once-and-never-again attention?!

Ponder no more, Bendites, your pants’ time has come. With music from The Chinups and Corner Gospel Explosion, a Redneck Santa gag gift exchange and prizes for the ugliest pants, this is the low-brow holiday event you’ve been waiting for. Bring a gift of $5 and under for the exchange.

9 pm. No cover.

24 Saturday PICK Dogwood Cocktail Cabin DJ NYM Two nights of funk, soul, hip-hop and holiday cheer. 9 pm.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Karaoke 8 pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Free

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

Riverhouse on the DePICK schutes Riverhouse Jazz—Alan Jones Sextet

Have the jazziest holiday yet with the latest installment in the Mt. Bachelor Riverhouse Jazz Series. Featuring the Alan Jones Ensemble with John Nastos on alto sax, Greg Goebel on piano, Charlie Porter on trumpet and Jon Lakey on bass—plus Nicole Glover on tenor sax, this one will get your holiday weekend going strong.

6:30 pm. $48.

The Summit Saloon & Stage DJ Steele

21+. 9 pm. No cover.

25 Sunday Strictly Organic Coffee - Old Mill

Paul Eddy Grab an afternoon cup with Northwest troubadour Paul Eddy. Originals and forgotten gems, every other Sunday. Noon-2 pm. No cover.

26 Monday Astro Lounge Open Mic 8 pm. Free.

Bend Church of the Nazarene Cascade

Highlanders Pipe Band Practice The Cascade Highlanders Pipe Band is a traditional bagpipe and drum band with members from the Central

CLUBS Oregon area. Experienced pipers and drummers are welcome to attend, along with those who are interested in taking up piping or drumming and would like to find out what it would take to learn and eventually join our group. 5:30-7 pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

Wayward Soul This six-piece blends styles from bluegrass and country to funk and R&B, weaving their music into the subtle tones of the world around them. 7 pm. No cover.

Various Locations - Bend 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. 5:45-8 pm. $0-$16.

27 Tuesday Astro Lounge Trivia Tuesdays Bring your

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

Bend Senior Center Bella Acappella Har-

mony Chorus Medal-winning Bella Acappella seeks women and girls who love to sing and harmonize. Bella teaches and performs fourpart acappella harmony and welcomes singers with high and low voices, all levels and ages 15 and above. 5:45-9 pm. $30 month.

Crow’s Feet Commons Open Mic For the storytellers. Sign up begins at 5pm. 6-8 pm.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Ukulele Jam

All ages. 6:30 pm. No cover.

PICK McMenamins Old St. Francis School Butterfly Breakdown Every genre

Butterfly Breakdown plays around in becomes another notch in their sonic belt loop. Whether the band is shredding blues, wailing folk or sounding like the second coming of Heart, Butterfly Breakdown blows the lid off most bands that even attempt their sound. Every time they come to Bend, they just get better. 7 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.

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. Another fun night at The Lot with great food, beer, and friends. Come join!

Interested in being a trivia host? Email: info@ thelotbend.com for details. 6-8 pm. Free.

28 Wednesday Astro Lounge Taking Back Wednesday A

night of music with DJ’s who play all of your favorite pop punk bands for hours on end while you get to drink and sing your favorite songs at the top of your lungs! 9 pm. No cover.

Cascade Middle School Community

Orchestra of Central Oregon A community orchestra that welcomes all players. We are serious musicians who want to have a lot of fun while we are getting better. 6:30-9 pm.

29 Thursday Abilitree The Deschutes Caledonian Pipe

Band Practice Looking for experienced players to join and perform with the group. We are a volunteer not-for-profit society dedicated to the preservation, performance, and enjoyment of Scottish style bagpipes and drums in Central Oregon. 6-8 pm. Free.

Astro Lounge Latin Night Latin Night come dance or learn how to dance. 7 pm. No cover.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Kelly D’s Banquet Room Benefit Concert

Appreciation Night Come join as we say thank you to a community of music lovers and music makers that have shown such warm and wonderful support for Soldiers Songs and Voices.

Enjoy the country twang of Appaloosa and then rock the night away with Long Tall Eddy. Families welcome. No cover.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Free

Checker’s Pub Talent/Open Mic 6-8 pm.

Country Swing Dance Lessons 8 pm. No cover.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Broken Down Guitars Band from Bend with roots in blues, folk and classic rock with a jam sensibility. 7 pm. No cover.

No cover.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke 9 pm.

Level 2 Allan Byer Local Americana artist.

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

Juju Eyeball Bend has a Beatles cover band?

They do now, luv. From She Loves You to She’s So Heavy, Juju Eyeball takes an exciting and exacting look at The Beatles catalog. You’re likely to hear your favorite, and no one’s stopping you from dancing. Party on, Jojo. 7-10 pm.

Northside Bar & Grill Open Mic 6-9 pm.

The Lot Open Mic 6 pm. No cover.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

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

The Summit Saloon & Stage 97 Comedy

Presents Central Oregon Comedy Scene is getting it’s best and brightest together to roast a year that deserves to burn. Special guest Dave Clemens. Roastmaster Jake Woodmansee.

Starring Chelsea Woodmansee as 2016. 7-9:30 pm. $10.

The Lot Joel Michael Chadd Solo act Joel Michael Chadd who normally plays with Trailer 31. Americana, folk. 6-8 pm. No cover.

Va Piano Vineyards Tasting Room

O’ Sister Music Trio An all-girl music project featuring local musicians Kim Kelley (from the band Downhill Ryder), Linda Quon (from the band Parlour), and Bethany Willis (from Bend Event Music). Join us for wine and a folk/grass blend of strings and vocal harmonies. 6-7:30 pm. No cover. SW

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CALENDAR MUSIC Bella Acappella Harmony Chorus

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.

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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 or drumming 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 A community orchestra that welcomes

all players. We are serious musicians who want to have a lot of fun while we are getting better.

Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm. Through May 31. Cascade Middle School, 19619 SW Mountaineer Way. 541-306-6768.

to join and perform with the group. We are a volunteer not-for-profit society dedicated to the preservation, performance, and enjoyment of Scottish style bagpipes and drums in Central Oregon. If you are interested in joining please contact us. Mondays-Sundays, 6-8pm. Through Nov. 1. Abilitree, 2680 Twin Knolls Dr. Free.

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, Bend. 541-728-3798. $0-$16.

DANCE

Adult Jazz Dance Class Intermediate level adult jazz dance class with members of Jazz Dance Collective. First class is free. Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm. Get a Move On Studio, 63830 Clausen Dr. Suite 202. 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, 7:30-10:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd. $5.

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Maragas Winery hosts an old-fashioned Christmas Eve open house with mulled wine, hot chocolate, spiced popcorn and more, 12/24.

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, 63830 Clausen Dr. Suite 202. $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.

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. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6:308pm. Through June 27. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd. 541-3853908. $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.

Holiday Class, Dance & Potluck

Come join us for a Peabody group class, followed by a social dance. This evening will also be the holiday potluck—please bring a dish to share.

16+. Dec. 23, 7-9pm. Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St. $5.

“Red” Exhibit Artists explore the power of red—in small and large doses—in A6’s annual member exhibit. Saturdays, 10am-6pm, Sundays, noon-5pm and Mondays-Fridays, 10am-7pm.

Through Jan. 1. A6, 550 SW Industrial Way Suite 180. 541-330-8759. Free.

Scottish Country Dance Weekly Class

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.

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.

Artventure with Judy Artist-led painting

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.

LOCAL ARTS

“Moments of Consequence” A Solo Exhibition by Terry Solini Juniper Brewing Company of Redmond continues its practice of featuring local artists with “Moments of Consequence” an amazing solo exhibition by artist, Terry Solini. On display from through Jan. 6 in the brewery’s taproom. Wednesdays-Sundays, 3:30-8pm. Through Jan. 6. Juniper Brewing Company, 1950 SW Badger Ave. Suite 103, Redmond. 541-419-7267. Free.

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.

Call for Art—Winter Art Exhibit Call for art for the downtown Bend Library winter exhibit.

Art accepted in all media, expressing the theme, “Family,” must be framed, at least 16” by 20”.

Submit one or two pieces on Wednesday, Jan. 11, from 4-5:30pm. The exhibit will run from 1/11-4/11. Mondays-Thursdays. Through Jan. 9.

Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St. Crazy Mama Christmas Boutique

Local artists, designers and crafters offer a brand new holiday shopping venue in Downtown Bend, featuring a diverse mix of fine art and adornments for body and home. Through Dec. 24, 10am-6pm. Liberty Theatre, 849 NW Wall St.

DEC 23 Mt. Bachelor Riverhouse Jazz Series Presents ALAN JONES SEXTET FEATURING NICOLE GLOVER

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Hood Avenue Art hosts the Small Wonders exhibit through the holiday season with a reception during Sisters fourth Friday art stroll, 12/23.

Small Wonders Exhibit Small Wonders exhibit continues through the holiday season.

Original, small scale fine art, jewelry, and crafts hand made by local Central Oregon artists.

Reception on Fourth Friday Art Stroll, Dec. 23, 2106, 4-7pm, live music and refreshments, free and open to the public. Exhibit runs 12/23-1/23.

Dec. 23, 4-7pm. Hood Avenue Art, 357 W Hood Ave., Sisters. 541-719-1800. Free.

Winter Flurries A juried exhibition. Circle of Friends Art & Academy, COFA, is excited to announce our first annual juried exhibition.

“Winter Flurries” will be available for viewing in the Circle of Friends Gallery until Dec. 24. Mondays-Thursdays-Sundays, 11am-5pm. Through Dec. 23. Circle of Friends Art & Academy, 19889 Eighth St. 541-706-9025. Free.

Winter Fun Looking Glass Imports & Café announces our new exhibition “Winter Fun” featuring artists and photographers from throughout Central Oregon. The exhibition continues through Feb. 3. Mondays-Sundays, 10am-6pm.

Through Feb. 3. Looking Glass Imports & Cafe, 150 NE Bend River Mall Dr. Suite 260. 541-2255775. Free.

THEATER PICK

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”The Santaland Diaries”

Based on the true chronicles of David Sedaris’ experience as Crumpet the Elf in Macy’s Santaland display, this cult classic riffs on a few of Sedaris’ truly odd encounters with his fellow man during the height of the holiday crunch.

Wed, Dec. 21, 7:30pm, Thurs, Dec. 22, 7:30pm, Fri, Dec. 23, 7:30pm and Sat, Dec. 24, 2pm. 2nd Street Theater, 220 NE Lafayette Ave. $12 adv., $15 door.

VOLUNTEERS

350Deschutes Climate Advocacy & Education Use your special talents to encourage 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. Bend, RSVP for address.

206-498-5887.

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

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.

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

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 plus an adult supervisor, and must be planned a minimum of two weeks before. 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. Bend, RSVP for address.

Gatekeeper Program Through the Gate-

keeper 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. 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.

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.

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.

Tiny Explorers Meetup Volunteer Opportunity The Children’s Forest is seeking

committed volunteers to host Tiny Explorers Meetups. Meetups are a time for new families to get together in the outdoors. Volunteers serve as the point person and distribute free baby carriers to qualifying families. Meetups occur monthly in three locations (Bend, Redmond).

Deschutes National Forest, Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District, 63095 Deschutes Market Rd. 541-383-5592.

Volunteer—BCC Bend’s Community Center

has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals over age 6. If interested in volunteering go to bendscommunitycenter.org or call 541-312-2069 for more information. Bend’s Community Center, 1036 NE Fifth St.

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 541-647-2363 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-

CLUBS save shelter and our volunteers at the thrift store contribute directly to the care of our animals by making sure that all of our donations are processed and ready to purchase. Brightside Animal Thrift Store, 838 NW 5th St. 541-504-0101.

CLASSES

African Dance Classes are taught in a friendly, 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.

Beginning Aerial Central Oregon Aerial

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 chant Buddhist Mantras in Japanese. Reservations required. Mondays-Tuesdays-Thursdays-Fridays, 10:30am-4pm. Custom Built Computers Of Redmond, 439 SW 6th St. 541-8481255. $10.

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.

Chair Tai Chi Designed for people who have

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.

Create Your Own Sign Choose a saying from the options on the website or come up with something on your own. Paint the background.

Paint on the words (not freehand). Add a glaze or toner topcoat. All materials provided. Dec. 27, 6-8pm. Junque in Bloom, 50 SE Scott St. Suite 19. 541-728-3036. $35.

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.

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.

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. 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.

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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

Carriage Rides Embrace the magical spirit of the holiday season and join us for holiday carriage rides at Black Butte Ranch. Sat, Dec. 24, 11am-3pm, Tues, Dec. 27, 11am-3pm, Wed, Dec. 28, 11am-3pm and Thurs, Dec. 29, 11am-3pm. Black Butte Ranch, The Lodge, 13653 Hawksbeard Rd. $10, kids under 5 free.

PICK Carriage Rides Enjoy complimentary carriage 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. Wed, Dec. 21-Fri, Dec. 23, 1-4pm, Tues, Dec. 27-Thurs, Dec. 29, 1-4pm. Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr. Crystal Bowl Harmonic Sound Bath

Experience the soothing, awesome and transformational sounds 12 crystal and Tibetan bowls, plus crystal pyramids. Realign your spirit before the New Year arrives and set your intentions for the next step in your life. Bring a mat, a pillow... and a friend. Dec. 28, 7-8:30pm. Sol Alchemy Temple, 2150 NE Studio Rd. 509-456-8315.

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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 Celebration Join us as we celebrate the holidays with music, drama and festive refreshments. You will enjoy a community favorite artist, Cinda, along with her ukulele choir and a special first appearance of our newly form theatrical troup, Senior Moments. Dec. 21, 2pm. Mt. Bachelor Memory Care, 20225 Powers Road.

PICK Horse Drawn Christmas Caroling Two big, Percheron horses complete

with jingle bells pull the wagon for 45-50 minutes through downtown and the historical district. Go to cowboycarriage.us/christmas for exact times and to reserve your ride. Meet at the Pine Tavern which is offering 10% off any food order for our guests before or after your ride.

Dec. 24, 7-10pm and Dec. 25, 7-10pm. Pine Tavern, 967 NW Brooks St.

PICK Maragas Winery Christmas Eve Open House Experience the friendship

and giving of old. The mulled wine, hot chocolate and spiced popcorn are complimentary. It’s an old fashioned welcome that will hearken many of you back to childhood. Dec. 24, 11am-3pm.

Maragas Winery, 15523 SW Hwy 97. Free, but please bring food bank donation.

Nashelle & Friends Trunk Show All jewelry pieces $45, and a $25 red hot bin.

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AcroYoga Join Deven Sisler to experience how the power of acrobatics, wisdom of yoga and sensitivity of thai yoga intertwine. No partner necessary! Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave. 541-5508550. $7-$15.

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, Dec. 28, 6:30-8pm. The Wilds, 30 SW Century Dr. Suite 120. 415-944-0471. Donation.

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The O' Sister Music Trio is made up of local musicans Kim Kelley, Linda Quon and Bethany Willis. Hear them perform at Va Piano Vineyards Tasting Room in the Old Mill District, 12/29.

Special vendors this year include: Dani Naturals, Threadlust, LuLaRoe Boutique, Too Sweet Cakes, Tularoo Soaps, and more. Orvis Building, Old Mill District, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr. Free admission.

PICK Old Mill District Celebrity SantaLand 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. Wed, Dec. 21, 11am-5pm, Thurs, Dec. 22, 11am-5pm and Fri, Dec. 23, 11am-5pm. Old Mill District SantaLand, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr. 541-312-0131.

Pool Tournament Cash Cup Anyone can

join in, regardless of experience! APA rules, winnings based on number of participants.

Tuesdays, 8pm. Seven Nightclub, 1033 NW Bond St. 541-760-9412. $5.

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.

Snowshoe Nature Hike with a Ranger

Snowshoe Nature tours on Mt. Bachelor with a Forest Service Naturalist Ranger. All interpretive programs focus on the ecology, geology and wildlife of the Cascades. Through March 31, 2017, 10-11:30am and 1:30-3pm. Mt. Bachelor, 13000 Century Dr. 541-383-5530. Free.

PICK 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. Through Dec. 31, 4-10pm. Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Rd. 541-923-2453. $10 adults, $5 children for wagon rides.

Trivia Tuesdays Pick your smartest friends to make teams of two-to-five people for a mind-bending game of trivia. A new host each week comes up with six categories with six questions in each category. Another fun night at The Lot with great food, beer, and friends. Come join! Interested in being a trivia host? Email: info@thelotbend.com for details. Tuesdays, 6-8pm. The Lot, 745 NW Columbia St. Free.

Winter Solstice Celebration We’re

lighting up the holidays at The Pavilion in Bend, lighting presented by Holiday Help Christmas Lighting. Join us for a joyful evening of ice skating, treats and twinkling lights to welcome in winter’s delights. Dec. 21, 6-9pm. The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way. 541-389-7588. $6, includes skate rental.

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

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.

Al-Anon Family Groups 12-step group for

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

Ongoing.

Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to

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.

Christmas Day Alcothon Meetings and

potluck all day, bring a dish to share. Meetings begin every hour between 8am-5pm. Speaker meeting starts at 7pm. Dec. 25, 8am-8pm.

Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St. 541-610-6624. Free.

COHO—Central Oregon Homebrewers Organization Do you like to brew beer? Or

have you always wanted to learn how? Come join us! We’re a fun group of people, from all over Central Oregon, dedicated to improving our craft.

Educational sessions, group brewing, competitions, and other beer-related events. Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-9pm. Aspen Ridge Retirement, 1010 NE Purcell Blvd. 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) Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am and Thursdays, 10:30-11:30am.

First United Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St. 954-562-8487. Free.

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 marijua-

na 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.

Socrates Cafe Group People from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while embracing the Socratic Method. Open to all comers. Fourth Thursday, 6-8pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave. 541-749-2010. 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.

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

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MUSIC—Acclaimed alternative country singer Robert Earl Keen makes his way back to Bend to promote his new album, “Live Dinner Reunion.” In 1996 Keen recorded “No. 2 Live Dinner” at the famous John T. Floore’s Country Store in Helotes, Texas. Twenty years later, to celebrate this best seller, Keen returned to the same stage to record this new album which has been popular on country, Texas and bluegrass charts. Audiences can expect some classic favorites plus collaborations with friends including Joe Ely, Cody Canada, Cory Morrow and more. // 7pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $35-$51.75. Tickets available at towertheatre.org.

January 25

MARTIN SEXTON MUSIC—Continuing the tradition of bringing great acts to Central Oregon, Sisters Folk Festival announced its Winter Concert Series with three shows that focus on songwriters, including Martin Sexton. Known for his honest lyrics, guitar playing skills

and captivating live shows, Sexton is the perfect performer to get audiences through a cold January. With songs that incorporate folk, blues, soul, country and rock, plus nine studio albums, there are plenty of songs that could be played during this show. However, we have our fingers crossed that the song “Diner” makes an appearance! // 7pm. Sisters High School, 1700 McKinney Butte Rd., Sisters. $55 adults, $40 youth 18 and under. Complete series packages available. Tickets available at sistersfolkfestival.org.

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LEFTOVER SALMON MUSIC—Leftover Salmon has been sharing its unique Colorado sound with the world for over a quarter-century and in the process paving the way for many newgrass and jam bands today. Although Leftover uses traditional bluegrass string instruments, its songs are filled with soulful lyrics and are less twang and more rock ‘n’ roll.

When watching Leftover play it’s clear the band members are in love with what they do and want to share that exuberance with the crowd. Expect a night of foot-stomping and unabashed dancing to some great tunes. // 9pm.

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Santa will be visiting Bend in the Old Mill District and See's Candy in the Cascade Village Shopping Center.

Animal Adventures Age 3+ years. Live ani-

Ice Skating Age 12-17 years. Registration required. Introduction to ice skating plus a free pass to the Redmond Ice Rink. Dec. 28, 2:30pm.

Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. 541-312-1050. 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.

Kids Rock Choir Kids ages 12 and under with

mals, stories, crafts with High Desert Museum.

Tues, Dec. 27, 10am. La Pine Public Library, 16425 First St. Tues, Dec. 27, noon. Sunriver Area Public Library, 56855 Venture Ln. Free.

Carriage Rides Embrace the magical spirit of the holiday season and join us for holiday carriage rides at Black Butte Ranch. Sat, Dec. 24, 11am-3pm, Tues, Dec. 27, 11am-3pm, Wed, Dec. 28, 11am-3pm and Thurs, Dec. 29, 11am-3pm.

Black Butte Ranch, The Lodge, 13653 Hawksbeard Rd. $10, kids under 5 free.

PICK Carriage Rides Enjoy complimentary carriage 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. Wed, Dec. 21-Fri, Dec. 23, 1-4pm, Tues, Dec. 27-Thurs, Dec. 29, 1-4pm. Old Mill District, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr. Central Oregon Sundays For Deschutes,

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

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.

Cookies & Holiday Crafts Please join us in the Clubhouse for cookie decorating and holiday crafts! Dec. 23, 3:30-5:30pm. Pronghorn Resort, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. 541-693-5300.

Free, please RSVP. Holiday Tree At Pine Tavern To Benefit Bethlehem Inn The Pine Tavern

hosts a giving tree this holiday season starting Nov. 28 and benefits families and individuals served by the Bethlehem Inn. Community members are encouraged to visit and help make life a little easier this winter for families and individuals in housing transition. Dec. 24, 11:30am-3pm. Pine Tavern, 967 NW Brooks St. 541-382-5581. Price will vary based on item purchased.

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

LEGO Family Block Party Kids plus one

gazillion LEGOs equals fun! Dec. 28, 2:30-4pm.

East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Rd. Free.

PICK Old Mill District Celebrity SantaLand 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. Wed, Dec. 21, 11am-5pm, Thurs, Dec. 22, 11am-5pm and Fri, Dec. 23, 11am-5pm. Old Mill District SantaLand, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr. 541-312-0131.

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, 63830 Clausen Dr. Suite 202. 541-647-7917. $12 drop in $10 with a friend.

Rockie Raccoon Age 3-5 years. A hilarious retelling of a story you thought you knew. Dec. 28, 10am. East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Rd. Free.

Santa’s Village Get your photo with Santa! Help keep hope alive by choosing a tag off our tree located next to the fire feature in the Village. Wed, Dec. 21- Fri, Dec. 23, 11am-7pm.

See’s Candies, 63455 N Hwy 97.

Wildheart Nature School Winter Break Camp Yeti Trackers: Dec. 12-27. Snow Castle Sculptors: Dec. 12-28. Fire Dancers: Dec. 12-29.

Wizards: Dec. 12-30. Ages 6-10. Come join us this winter season for magic, mystery, learning, campfire stories and so much more! For more info: wildheartnatureschool.com. Every 4 days, 9am-3:30pm. Skyliners Lodge, 16125 Skyliners Rd. 503-680-9831. $57-$67. SW

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Beware the Christmas Goat The odd, absurd and sometimes downright freaky side of Christmas traditions

By Jared Rasic

Olentzero

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He is basically the Basque Santa, but with a twist. Olentzero is one of a race of mythological giants living in the Pyrenees. Legend tells that they witnessed a cloud so bright that none could look upon it except for a nearly blind old man. The old man told Olentzero that the cloud was a sign of the coming of Jesus. The old man then asked the giants to throw him off a cliff so he wouldn’t have to live through Christianization. As they threw him off, all the giants fell to their death except for Olentzero, who remained and embraced Christianity. Many cultures to this day use Olentzero as a way to scare children into being good instead of as a happy, gift-bestowing legend.

This was the OG Santa from Finland.

Joulupukki translated literally means “Christmas goat” because his flying wagon was drawn by goat bucks. Some legends have it that Joulupukki turns into a goat man the day after Christmas to hunt for leftover food. His attire is similar to that of Santa, but his half human/half dwarf assistants sound much scarier than elves.

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At right, picture of Mos˛ Gerila˘, based on an image seen in the Romanian communist newspaper Nat‚iunea on Dec. 25, 1947. At left is a depiction of Olentzero, and Joulupukki is shown at top.

Mos˛ Gerila ˘ In 1948, when the Communists took control of Romania, they declared the celebration of Christmas illegal. Mos˛ Gerila˘ translates to “Father Frost,” which the propaganda at the time told children would bring gifts every Dec. 30. Mos˛ Gerila˘ was depicted as a bare-chested, athletic and proletarian young man, commonly found right up until the Romanian Revolution of 1989 when Mos˛ Gerila˘ lost influence and the original Mos˛ Cra˘ciun character returned. SW

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et’s get weird for a second.

Imagine you were trying to explain Western holiday traditions to someone not raised in our culture. For one, there’s this bearded guy, totally not connected to Jesus or his birthday, who climbs down the chimneys of people with children and leaves presents under a tree propped in a corner covered in lights and ritualistic trinkets.

He leaves a present or two, but the children must be asleep when he comes or something possibly ominous might happen.

Also, if you leave him food, he will eat it and leave the dirty dishes where they lay. Don’t even get me started on the little people that live with him, forced to build toys for kids who only want electronic stuff anyway. It can be strange to the outsider.

Santa’s connections to Saint Nicholas and a few pagan gods notwithstanding, there are all kinds of interesting and quirky Holiday traditions and characters from around the world.

Here are three of my favorites.

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All You Can Do is Laugh Roast the year 2016 like it deserves

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fun, raunchy and unabashed. Really stoked for my turn to roast the ever loving life out of humans and our crew of comics.”

Maybe I’m exaggerating. Did 2016 suck as badly as I think it did?

“Because of much chaos in the way of human rights, politics…personal struggles were at an all time high (observation),” says Chelsea. “I mean between Syria, Brexit, Zika and DAPL and many other one-word references, it’s hard not to feel completely hopeless,

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egardless how good of a year we had as individuals, it’s kinda hard to deny that 2016 sucked.

Sucked bad. Like, out of toilet paper in a cemetery outhouse bad. We lost Bowie, Prince and Alan Rickman.

Politics have us divided worse than four years ago (or eight years ago...or maybe just really any election ever).

If Harambe the gorilla were still alive, he’d kill himself. “But what can we do?” we ask, clutching our pearls tightly to our collectively tear-stained cheeks.

"...it’s hard not to feel completely hopeless, frightened and like the best you can do is hide in the covers with your dog and your dog eats your face."

—CHELSEA WOODMANSEE

Why, we roast the hell out of it until it’s triggered so hard no space on the planet is safe enough for its lame 52 weeks.

With their show at the Summit Saloon, creator and producer Katy Ipock and roastmaster Jake Woodmansee are going to nail 2016 to the wall.

But how do you drop sweet burns on something so ethereal as a year?? You have comedian Chelsea Woodmansee stand in for 2016. “It is the first time I’ve been asked to represent time,” says Chelsea. “However, it’s not my first roast; I’m so excited to use this character perspective to do something

frightened and like the best you can do is hide in the covers with your dog and eat ice cream for all three meals a day until you just die and your dog eats your face. Don’t look at me like that, it’s a real thing.”

Gosh. I guess it does sound pretty bad. So is there anything I can do to make 2017 better? “No one controls the universe,” says Ipock. “But, we as individuals can do what we can to make our corner of the world a better place. That’s what we can do to make 2017 better than 2016. Plus, it wouldn’t hurt if we all got involved and really raised our voices in support of causes

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Local comedian Chelse Woodmansee will take it all in a roast of 2016.

that we hold dear. We can put pressure on our government (since we have that luxury) to be inclusive, and work for all of us. As a comedy community, our goal (and job, really) is to bring the light and humor to shine through the darkness. To be the safe place to take a breath.”

That sounds like a good idea. They can mock us for our safe places all they want, but at least we’ll be surrounded

by all the funny people. Who will “they” have? Jeff Dunham. SW

Roast of 2016

Thursday, Dec. 29, 7pm Summit Saloon and Stage, 115 NW Oregon Ave., Bend $10

You Say You Want A Resolution?

How to keep those 2017 expectations low

By Howard Leff

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f only my 2016 New Year’s resolution had panned out, I’d still be celebrating my Golden Globe nod for “Best Screenplay, Motion Picture.”

But that would have involved writing a screenplay at some point in the past 365 days. Or at least that novel I had planned for National Novel Writing Month.

NaNoWriMo? Ha. It wasn’t even NaNoWriYear.

January is coming soon again. Ugh. Time for more resolutions.

It’s the month to jot down our excruciating list of things we’ll accomplish in 2017. Why do we put ourselves through this? Life “coaches” will drone on about how getting these goals in print gives us the motivation to accomplish them. At least I’m sure they would have droned on if I had

only possessed the motivation to drive around and interview a few.

Luckily the editor of this fine paper let me slide on that one. Her resolution? To find freelance writers who own cars.

Let it now be resolved: After the all-out, living nightmare that was 2016, you’re going to make a well-deserved, stress-free list of resolutions for 2017.

Here’s how to get that done: 1. Forget the whole thing. Do you see how I’m improving your life already? No list means no December disappointments. Not even an October surprise.

Still, if you’re intent on ignoring Number 1, keep your resolution list simple and doable.

Things like: 2. Write short newspaper columns.

This one practically explains itself.

3. Stop Snapchatting. Seems way high stress. All these videos appearing and disappearing and then you pretending you didn’t take a screenshot when in fact you did. (Pro tip: The sender gets a notification when you take a screenshot.) How is Donald Trump not using this yet?

4. Brush your teeth for no less than two minutes at a time. A dentist told me this once. Best advice I’ve ever received. Of course, you will need a phone in your other hand.

No decent person would try to go two full minutes without some sort of digital activity.

5. NaNoReadMo. Ever consider just reading books!? Look, you are NEVER going to write a coherent novel. Do you know how long novels are? Tens of thousands of words — and you can’t just write “I don’t know what to write” for 225 pages like they do in that NaNo contest. And on the off chance you do finish a novel, believe me, it’ll be a great big mess involving characters who coincidentally act and speak just like your relatives.

Oh, and Happy 2017, everyone!

Enjoy yourself. It will be better than 2016. Guaranteed.

Now go grab an iBeer and iRelax.

There is so much to not do. SW

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he dog doesn’t have to “accidentally” eat the turkey for you to feel justified in taking your loved ones out to a restaurant to eat this holiday.

If the idea of planning, preparing, serving, and then cleaning up after feeding family and friends sounds more like a work day than a holiday, then we have festive dining options that are guaranteed to leave everyone’s appetites satisfied and their spirits merry and bright.

These Bend restaurants are opening their doors on Christmas Day. (Consider making a reservation where requested or calling in advance.)

Efforts are underway to keep a local farm local.

The Fight to Save Novicky’s Farm

Anthony’s at the Old Mill District If dining on fresh seafood from the Northwest sounds like the perfect way to celebrate your holiday, reserve a table at Anthony’s. They own and operate their own seafood company to ensure that you enjoy only the freshest premium seafood available. While their selections are subject to availability, you can count on options such as pan fried oysters and Penn Cove mussels, trout, salmon and cod cooked in a variety of ways. If you have family members who aren’t the seafood lovin’ kind, don’t despair; Anthony’s serves steaks, too!

Reserve your table in advance.

Dinner Starts at 2pm.

Anythony’s

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Hola! Bend in the Old Mill & Sunriver Turn your holiday meal into a fiesta at Hola! Their bright atmosphere, authentic Mexican-Peruvian cuisine, and award-winning margaritas are waiting to make your family’s Christmas Day meal jolly. From delectable ahi chile rellenos and chicken mole to fresh ceviche and irresistible enchiladas, they have all the favorites.

Hola! Old Mill Bend

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Hola! Sunriver

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10 Below This modern, upscale restaurant, located on the lower level of the Oxford hotel in downtown Bend, is serving up an extra special Christmas

Hola! is one of several Bend area restaurants serving up Christmas dinner. Photos courtesy of Jose A Balcazar.

Day dinner. Indulge in a four-course prix fixe meal that includes roasted turkey, prime rib, fudge peppermint crepes and pumpkin bread pudding.

The full bar serves an impressive list of cocktails so warm up your night with a toast and a hot toddy.

Dinner will be served from noon to 9pm. If you like a little jazz with your food, then you’ll want to plan to be there between 4pm and 8pm when Georges Bouhey will perform jazz piano—a special Christmas treat!

10 Below

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McMenamins Old St. Francis School Local favorite McMenamins not only offers an artsy and festive setting, it’s serving its regular menu all Christmas Day—with the possibility of some decadent holiday specials to choose from. The pub will be open normal hours from 7am to 11pm.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School 700 NW Bond St. Bend 541-330-8563 mcmenamins.com

Currents Restaurant at The Riverhouse on the Deschutes Choose from ham, lamb shank, filet of beef Oscar and more from Currents Restaurant’s special Christmas Day dinner menu. Indulge in an array of impressive menu items—from starters to desserts from noon to 5pm. Kick off your meal with a charcuterie and cheese plate or pancetta-wrapped stuffed medjool dates, and satisfy the last of your appetite with pecan pie or apple pear crisp. Reservations are strongly advised.

Currents

3075 N Hwy 97, Bend 541-389-8810 currentsbend.com

Brasada Ranch The Range Restaurant out at Brasada Ranch is hosting a Christmas dinner featuring roasted duck, smoked prime rib and all the trimmings for a festive and delightful meal. The restaurant will be open from 3pm to 6pm on Christmas.

Brasada Ranch

16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd., Powell Butte 541-526-6870 brasada.com SW

With greenhouses and trellising systems, Novicky’s Farm offers Central Oregonians the option of fresh, locally-grown tomatoes longer than some other farmers in the area. Today though, Novicky’s— formerly Victoria’s Veggies—is at risk of losing its land. The owner of the property would like to sell the land, and the best option to keep the farm is to purchase the property.

In 2008, after a long battle with cancer, Victoria Roth started the farm to educate the Bend community about the importance of fresh, nutritious and high quality produce.

In 2014, after six years of growing tomatoes in Central Oregon, Roth mentored Justin Novicky and retired her farm to him. Roth hosted many seminars and tours on the farm, and now Novicky says, “I want to continue her legacy.”

Novicky has taken the farm to new heights by selling his produce to local restaurants Deschutes Brewery, Worthy Brewing, Sunriver Brewing and Ariana, while continuing to sell at the local farmers markets and Central Oregon Locavore. Novicky has donated to farm-to-table dinners in the area, as well as giving away his Big Dena Beefsteak tomatoes this November to anyone who needed.

Novicky is committed to local food and to continue growing produce on the farm, but to do so, he has to raise a 20 percent down payment by Jan. 31, 2017. “I have built relationships with the land and the community. I care about this property and want to remain the steward of it!” SW If you are interested in donating to the cause to save Novicky’s Farm, visit the GoFundMe site: gofundme.com/savenovickysfarm

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an’t see your car under the snow?

Must be time for The Abyss.

One of Deschutes Brewery’s most well-known brands, the 11th edition of The Abyss barrel-aged imperial stout made its official debut last Friday at the Deschutes pubs on Bond Street and Portland’s Pearl District. It will eventually be shipped across the nation, from the sun-soaked beaches of San Diego to the bone-frozen plains of Minnesota, with beer nerds nationwide clamoring for a bottle or two. But Oregonians always get to try it first— preferably at the bar, with a vertical tasting “library” of The Abyss from 2012 to the current year, along with a bonus glass of Abyss ’16 on nitro.

As always, The Abyss is actually a mixture of several stouts. It’s brewed with black strap molasses and licorice, with vanilla beans and cherry bark added. Half of the results are then barrel-aged—21 percent in oak bourbon barrels, 21 percent in oak wine barrels, and the remainder in brandnew Oregon oak barrels—and the mix is what’s provided in the wax-topped bombers.

Deschutes rocked the boat a little bit last year when, alongside the annual Abyss, they produced two “remarkably limited” variants—one aged in rye barrels, the other in cognac barrels.

The brewery’s doing it again this year, this time with a few new barrels.

The Abyss Scotch is, as the name infers, aged in barrels from a few different distilleries in Scotland. Assistant brewmaster Ryan Schmiege calls

it “the most multifaceted liquid truffle ever fashioned,” and he might not be exaggerating, either. Imagine regular Abyss, with all that chocolate and thickness, paired with some hot caramel and toffee flavors. At 12.2 percent, it’s the ultimate winter warmer. The Abyss Brandy is no slouch, though, coming out of wine-distilling barrels from France. Expect a fruitier punch with this 13.2-percent sipper, with cinnamon and cherry partying it up in the glass with the wood and brownsugar flavors.

All the variants are available across town, ready to unleash their gifts upon palates across Central Oregon. What’s more, the Bond Street pub still has some bottles of the 2015 rye-whiskey and cognac Abysses in stock. For those who missed out on it last year, the rye variant is a must-try—a year of age has made it a perfect beer for cold weather. SW

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Burger & Beer Night A Pronghorn burger and your choice of beer in Cascada. Thursdays, 5-8pm. Cascada Restaurant at Pronghorn, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. 541-693-5300. $14.

Christmas Day Celebration Brunch

four-course Christmas prix fixe meal, selecting your favorites from our special holiday menu.

From 4-8pm delight in jazz piano from Georges Bouhey! Dec. 25, noon-9pm. 10 Below, 10 NW Minnesota Ave. $52 adult, $19 ages 6-12.

Community Christmas Dinner The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District and the Sisters-Camp Sherman Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Association would like to invite the public to join us at our annual Sisters community Christmas dinner. Dec. 25, 1-3pm. Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Fire Station 701, 301 S Elm St.

Christmas Dinner Join us for Christmas Dinner at Range Restaurant for gourmet dining with specials featuring roasted duck breast, smoked prime rib, ricotta gnocchi, and all the trimmings. Full menu (http://bit.ly/2e1jqmq). For reservations please call the Range Restaurant.

Dec. 25, 3-6pm. Brasada Ranch, 16986 SW

Vegan Holiday Dinner Call to make your reservation for this amazing all vegan dinner with a beer pairing for each course!

Details and menu are on the Bottle Shop website BTBSbend.com. Dec. 22, 6-9pm. Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Ln. 541-728-0703. $45.

Christmas Dinner Enjoy a delicious

Bend Brewing Holiday Beer Pairing Dinner A one of a kind holiday dining experi-

ence where you’ll learn the secret to successfully pair different styles of beer with dishes that create harmony, contrast and balance. Dec. 21, 6:30-9pm. Bend Brewing Company, 1019 NW Brooks St. $45.

Firkin Friday A different firkin each week. $3 firkin pints until it’s gone. Fridays, 4pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr. 541-639-4776.

Food Truck Fridays Flights, pints, fine

bratwurst, Belgian frites and European food truck cuisine provided by We’re The Wurst in a cozy and funky industrial brewery setting. Fridays, noon-7pm. Monkless Belgian Ales, 20750 High Desert Ln. Suite 107. 541-610-5098.

Geeks Who Drink Trivia Eight rounds of

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.

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Losing Yourself

"Manchester by the Sea" is remarkable

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omething terrible happened to Lee Chandler. When we first meet Lee he’s working as a handyman/ janitor in Quincy, Mass. His interactions with customers are cordial and sometimes confrontational. When he gets the news that his older brother has suffered a heart attack, he rushes to the hospital 90 minutes away. The first thing he asks the doctor isn’t how his brother is doing, it’s “Is he dead?”

Lee expects nothing but the worst from the world. He expected his brother to be dead just as he expects each day to be just like the last until he can finally die—but his brother left him something unexpected. Lee has been left guardianship of his 16-year old nephew, Patrick. It’s the last thing Lee wants to do, but he has enough respect for his brother to give it a shot.

“Manchester by the Sea” isn’t about Lee coming out of his shell. Whatever has happened to him has irreparably broken him so that the only thing he even attempts to feel is rage. This isn’t a heartwarming crowd pleaser about a grinch’s heart growing three sizes or a struggling man learning how to

be a parent. “Manchester by the Sea” is about loss and how everyone deals with it differently, whether it’s healthy or not.

Casey Affleck (who replaced Matt Damon fairly late in the process) gives the performance of his career, giving Lee such a resigned quality to the way he shuffles through life. A character like Lee could easily have come across as unlikable or exhausting to watch, but Affleck adds enough haunted life behind the eyes as to always be worth our sympathy and empathy. This should almost guarantee him an Oscar.

Lucas Hedges as Patrick is almost as astounding, coming at life from the opposite end of the spectrum. He has friends, a band, a supportive hockey coach and two girlfriends, but is at a very strange age to understand how to process this level of loss. Patrick wants to move on quickly from the situation and he tries to open up to Lee, but both are incapable of finding the right words to make the type of connection that they both need.

Just like “Moonlight” from earlier this year, “Manchester by the Sea” has

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moments of such uncommon power that the movie tends to affect you even more after the experience is over. As I left the theater, I felt Patrick and Lee inside my heart like they were family, wishing I could see if their story turns out OK in the end. The film gave me just enough to hope for a happy ending, but not enough to know whether one is remotely possible.

Kenneth Lonergan has crafted something remarkable here.

“Manchester by the Sea” is a drama without speeches and dramatic over-

reaching. Everything from performances to cinematography, script and direction feels natural. The film feels like life being lived in front of our eyes without the pesky feeling of voyeurism. Instead, we’re left feeling like something was gained from watching the film—something important. All the greatest pieces of art do that.

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I Am With the Force, the Force is With Me "Rogue One" puts the “Wars” into "Star Wars"

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rying to review a Star Wars movie is like breaking down the comfort level of your childhood teddy bear.

Even though “Rogue One” tells a story with mostly new characters and exists outside of the typical Episode I-VII structure, it’s so deeply rooted in the Star Wars universe that nostalgia holds tightly to every frame. Separating it from the larger story and reviewing the film on its own merits is possible, just kinda pointless.

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The original “Star Wars” was hugely focused on the destruction of the Death Star and the plans that showed the planet killer’s fatal flaw. Princess Leia sending the plans to Obi Wan in the body of R2-D2 sets in motion everything that happens in the entire trilogy. “Rogue One” is about how the rebellion got those plans and the men and women that fought the Empire with everything they had to make sure

The third act of the film is, hands down, the finest conclusion to a Star Wars film since the original.

The final battle is staged like a true war movie.

“Rogue One” takes place in between “Revenge of the Sith” and “A New Hope,” basically making the entire enterprise (wrong franchise) feel like “Star Wars: Episode 3.5” more than anything. If you’ve avoided all trailers for “Rogue One” and still somehow think this is the continuing adventures of Rey, Finn, Poe Dameron and Emo Ren, you’re out of luck. This is not Episode VIII. That will be out NEXT

the Death Star would be destroyed.

Felicity Jones plays Jyn Erso, a smart ass troublemaker whose father is a research scientist helping design the Death Star. Long story short, she teams up with a Rebel Alliance Intel officer, an insane pilot, a blind kung-fu warrior obsessed with the Force, his gunslinging bodyguard and a bleakly bitter enforcer droid to track down her father and steal the plans for the rebel-

lion. Knowing more than that headed into the film will take some of the joy out of the picture.

The only thing “Rogue One” doesn’t do as well as “The Force Awakens” is the characterization. Jones is fine as Jyn, but there’s not enough depth to her character on the page, which means her performance is mostly surface. I never cared as much for Jyn as I did for Rey and having that emotional connection to her would have made an already great movie into an even better one.

“Rogue One” is Star Wars taking on the heist movie genre with hunks of “The Dirty Dozen,” “Oceans Eleven” and “The Great Escape” throughout.

The third act of the film is, hands down, the finest conclusion to a Star

Wars film since the original. The final battle is staged like a true war movie.

This isn’t Ewoks flinging rocks at stormtroopers. This is a life and death struggle between good and evil and the movie never lets the audience forget it.

Minor nitpicks aside, “Rogue One” is excellent. Michael Giacchino’s score is the finest since the first and, combined with Greig Fraser’s lush cinematography, some great characters and a powerful story, “Rogue One” is up there with “Empire” and “A New Hope” as the best of the series. This is the first one that doesn’t feel designed and created to sell toys, but instead is focused on the horrors of war and what sacrifice and heroism in the face of fascism really looks like. Pretty lofty goals for a space opera. SW

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ALLIED: Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard star in a WWII throwback about a couple with some deadly secrets. The film is always entertaining and gorgeous to look at, but the script is somewhat undercooked with its characters, so we never care too much about their story. Even still, “Allied” is one of those movies that theaters were built to show: big, loud and bombastic with good performances and a timeless feel. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House 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.

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COLLATERAL BEAUTY: Will Smith plays a grieving father who writes letters to death, time and love. When all three come to visit him, he must make the choice whether to sink further into depression or find his way to the light. The trailers are super goofy, but even when the movies are terrible, Will Smith is always worth watching. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

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

film franchise set in the Harry Potter Universe.

Its 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. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House | Redmond Cinema

HACKSAW RIDGE: 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. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House LOVING: Jeff Nichols, the director of “Midnight

Special,” “Take Shelter” and “Mud,” takes on the true story of Richard and Mildred Loving, a couple sentenced to prison in 1958 for interracial marriage. Jeff Nichols is excellent at finding the small character moments inside much larger stories, so expect “Loving” to be an examination of the nuances of the Lovings, while also looking at racism in the 1950s. This should be a fantastic film. Sisters Movie House

MANCHESTER BY THE SEA: For those

looking for adult entertainment, “Manchester by the Sea” is an emotional powerhouse. Casey Affleck gives the performance of his career as Lee Chandler, a broken man whose brother dies and leaves him as the guardian to his 16-year-old

nephew. There are no emotionally manipulative sequences and every bit of drama feels earned and authentic. A masterpiece. See full review on page 34. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

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best animated films of the year, “Moana” once again proves Disney is on a ridiculously predictable hot streak. The film tells the story of a Polynesian princess who goes on a journey to take a mystical relic back to a goddess. She teams up with the legendary demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson”) and has a colorful and musical adventure. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House | Redmond Cinema

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to explain in just a few sentences, so let it suffice that “Nocturnal Animals” is a meta-fictional look at relationships, heartbreak and loss and how those things guide our lives whether we want them to or not. Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhall, Michael Shannon, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Isla Fisher give heart-rending and powerful performances in a film that won't be for everyone, but is completely unforgettable. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, Sisters Movie House

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ROGUE ONE: Not sure if you guys have heard of this one. It's a little indie space opera about a rag tag group of rebel insurgents who take on a dark and twisted empire hellbent on ruling the galaxy. While it takes a little time to get used to the entirely new set of characters, the final 30 minutes are some of the most emotionally powerful and intense sequences in Star Wars history. For people who thought “The Force Awakens” was a little too goofy and beholden to “A New Hope,” this adds some gritty originality to the franchise. See full review on page 35. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX | Sisters Movie House | Redmond Cinema SEASONS:This is a French/German nature documentary about European territories that humanity shares with wild animals. From the filmmakers who created the jaw-droppingly beautiful “Winged Migration” comes another haunting piece of work that allows us to view the natural world in an entirely new light. This has some of the finest visuals of the year. Tin Pan Theater THE 18TH ANNUAL ANIMATION SHOW OF SHOWS: This year's show has

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Field Medicine

Wilderness first aid training help responders and patients in remote areas

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ith so many opportunities to explore the outdoors in Bend come just as many opportunities to get hurt. From a simple sprain to a traumatic injury, getting hurt in the wilderness can elevate the intensity of any medical emergency. That’s where wilderness first aid is key.

Specially-trained nurses, paramedics and therapists are prepared to deliver medical care in any environment, and Central Oregon offers numerous classes that teach essential wilderness medical skills to anyone willing to learn.

Aid in Any Area Wilderness first aid is specialized medical training focused on treating patients in remote, challenging environments. It’s essential in a region such as Central Oregon where popular tourist spots consist of demanding terrain that, while ideal for extreme sports or physical recreation, are miles from the nearest hospital.

Medical transportation is a major aspect of wilderness first aid. AirLink is a local company that provides this service to much of the region.

“We get deployed when the patient is critically ill and it’s a matter of timing that requires a level of expertise,” said Kristin Lingman, a manager at AirLink. “By the time somebody is in our helicopter, it’s a critical situation. It’s our job to maintain life and get them to the hospital for the level of

Rescues and first aid treatment in the backcountry requires specialized training that is offered locally.

responders, as well as having multiple advanced certifications ranging from pediatric support to survival training to surgical procedures. The job also requires plenty of experience.

“A lot of it is anticipating what your problems are going to be and what could happen out there, then knowing what do in those situation.” —ADAM KAPLAN care that is best suited for them.”

AirLink typically works with search and rescue teams and hospitals to provide emergency aid to patients in the wilderness.

“Usually by the time we get to a patient, search and rescue has found and packaged them for us. If needed, they also use our helicopter,” Lingman said. “Bend is a remote area, so people are reliant on that mode of transportation to get them to where they can get the best care.”

Due to the profession’s extreme nature, wilderness first responders must receive specialized training and certifications. AirLink’s team of nurses, paramedics and therapists are all nationally and state-certified flight

“All of our crew are critical care nurses, which means that they have five years of ICU or emergency department experience in Level One trauma centers,” she said. “They’ve dealt with a variety of situations like strokes, burns, breaks and more.”

Additionally, the crew undergoes daily training that reinforces a “culture of safety,” Lingman said.

“You have to constantly train because in this business there’s no way you can know everything.”

The Layman’s Option for Wilderness Training While much of the training AirLink and other companies require is specialized, basic wilderness first aid training

is offered in intensive classes throughout Central Oregon, often open to anyone.

Adam Kaplan is the medical director at Evoke Wilderness Therapy and a physician’s assistant specializing in emergency, wilderness and remote medicine. Kaplan recently started teaching wilderness medicine classes at universities and colleges around the state.

“Basically, the difference between a wilderness first responder and something like an EMT is the resources that you’ve got, the consideration for weather and terrain, and all the things that are outside that you don’t have to deal with in an ambulance or hospital room,” Kaplan said.

If this is something that interests you, don’t expect to be dangling from a helicopter performing Coast Guardstyle rescues. Kaplan said his class focuses instead on resource allocation and identifying injuries.

“A lot of it is anticipating what your problems are going to be and what could happen out there, then knowing what do in those situations,” he said.

“The more comfortable you can stay out there, the better position you’re going to be in to make the right decision.”

Kaplan is teaching another class this May at Baker Technical Institute.

While the class is a requirement for people who work outdoors, such as AirLink or Forest Service employees, Kaplan said wilderness first aid classes are ideal for anyone who frequents the outdoors.

“A lot of people think of wilderness medicine as saving someone who just fell off a mountain or something extreme like that, but it’s also being able to help someone who crashed their bike on Phil’s Trail and twisted their ankle, or someone who’s dehydrated,” he said. “We’re giving life-saving knowledge. It’s just good to have that knowledge.” SW Local Wilderness Course Options: Bend Park & Recreation District

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have red eyes due to the underlying blood vessels showing in the cells.

(Melanin, in case you’re wondering, is any of the various black, dark brown, reddish-brown, or yellow pigments of animal or plant structures—as skin, feathers or hair. Melanin is the root of what gives color to skin, hair, eyes, and plants, ubiquitous in every entity on Planet Earth that has a hue/color.)

This is a wonderful time of the year to go birding, looking for that unusual plumage. A leucistic bird stands out like a sore thumb—especially a Mexican Jay; they really stand out!

Every once in a while, a non-U.S. species gets blown off course so badly in winter that they end up in our western flyway, bewildered, not knowing where they are, or what to eat.

I can recall that happening while I was with a bunch of wildlife biologists who were on a Bureau of Land Management tour out on the high desert, looking at playas modified for water storage for cows. (Several of the biologists thought a better term for the modification was “destroyed.”)

We were at a huge modified playa south of Brothers on the Great Sandy Desert. As we dismounted from our pickups we could see a rather large group of black and white waterbirds scuttling along on the surface to avoid us. I thought they looked like ocean birds—Surf scoters to be exact—but I didn’t say so—and neither did anyone else—until a more daring U.S. Fish and Wildlife biologist said, “Say, aren’t those Surf scoters…?” Then everyone jumped in, “Yeah, they sure look like it.” Through some act of weather, they

A common, every day, male house finch from Brent McGregor's backyard in the Sisters Country.

were blown away from the Pacific Ocean and ended up on the playa— perhaps thinking, “water is water,” but wondering why it tasted so funny.

Therefore, if you see a bird in your backyard that you either don’t know, or looks like something you saw in a Japanese bird book, first, do your utmost to get a photo. Then get in touch with a birder’s hotline.

Over my long and wonderfully happy years of birding I have seen some beautiful strangers who have flown off course, making it to the local park or my backyard. Among them have been a wonderful variety of leucistic robins, swallows, red-tailed hawks and infernal finches I can never identify.

(Finches, for me, are “LBJs, aka Little Brown Jobbies.” I had to ask our Oregon Master Birder, Tom Crabtree

of Bend, if the photo Brent sent me was really a house finch. All the finches that come to our feeder are “LBJs or house sparrows,” but occasionally my wife, Sue, will try to show me how to accurately identify them. My response to that is usually, “Duuuuuugh.”)

Now I have a favor to ask: In the midst of your busy life, try taking the time to get out with your kids looking for leucistic/albino/wintertime strangers around your home. If you see a strange bird suddenly appear on your feeder or near the woodshed, try to get a voucher photo and send it to me.

We’ll all have a great time ending the year 2016 wondering who and what has dropped in, and what the year 2017 will bring us.

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t’s tough enough to come up with the correct ID for the varied finches that gang up around my feeder every day, so when you have a leucistic one show up, the whole day gets disrupted. My pal Brent McGregor happened to run into one in his backyard the other day.

The first thing that usually happens when a white, speckled bird arrives (one that you know shouldn’t be devoid of coloration) is that someone calls it an albino. Wrong. An albino is always pure white and devoid of any coloration—even the eyes, which are always pink to red, as in “blood red.”

“Albinism” is just that, no coloration, even the eyes.

All the others with weirdo coloration are leucistic. The usual lack of coloring in plumage of leucistic birds is combined with little splashes of what the bird looks like in normal plumage, and—if one looks carefully—has (normal) dark eyes, not blood red or pink. That’s a bird with screwed up genes which has lost the ability to carry the normal coloring onto the next generation.

Leucism is the term for the type of patchy coloring resulting from defects in genes that control color cells of skin, hair, or feathers. This results in either the entire surface (if all pigment cells fail to develop) or patches of body surface (if only a few are defective) having a lack of cells capable of making normal color—but not the eyes.

Therefore, the noticeable difference between albinism and leucism is in eye color. Due to the lack of melanin production in both the retina and iris, those affected by albinism typically

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When you consider other interest rate hikes for consumer debt such as auto loans, credit cards and student loans, the aggregate effect can impact real estate. When interest rates go up, so does the household’s monthly debt.

National and local statistics show our housing inventory levels are at record lows and that new housing starts are way below historical averages, particularly during the most recent meltdown. It is generally agreed that more new housing starts are needed to accommodate first-time homebuyers, population growth and natural obsolescence. The increases in interest rates mean it will cost developers more to borrow money to pay for the land and construction costs which will get passed along to the buyers.

Things are not in an emergency situation yet, but looking at the aggregate effect on everyone’s pocketbook means it will likely affect housing in one way or another.

Lot Listing $64,500 2648 NE 6th Dr, Redmond, OR Residential building lot located in a quiet Northeast Redmond neighborhood. Diamond Bar Ranch.

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s anticipated, the Federal Reserve voted Dec. 14 to raise the federal funds rate by a quarter point. I thought it would be “fun” to show the effects of interest rate hikes on a $300,000 mortgage with a 30-year term:

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I am a curvy girl with a big butt. I hate it. I have a small waist, and it makes my butt look even bigger. I don’t care that the Kardashians have made big butts cool. I’d like to lose weight in that area.

However, my boyfriend LOVES my butt and told me there’s research that says girls with bigger butts are smarter and healthier. Is that true? That can’t be true.

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Welcome to the science-inspired catcall: “Woooo, girl…you look like a nuclear physicist in them hot pants!”

Yes, there seems to be a cognitive edge in being a woman with a big caboose— provided you have a low “waist-to-hip ratio.”

That’s professor-speak for women who have small waists relative to their hips—an “hourglass figure” like yours, as opposed to a body that’s more No. 2 pencil-esque or beerguttylicious.

Epidemiologist William Lassek and anthropologist Steven Gaulin find that being voluptuous in the way you are is associated with both being a bit smarter and having smarter children. To understand why starts with understanding “parent-offspring conflict,” evolutionary biologist Robert Trivers’ term for how it’s in each child’s genetic interest to suck as much in the way of resources out of their parent as they can.

This battle for resources starts early, which is to say a fetus is a little hog. It hoovers up its share of nutrients and then may go after some of its mother’s share, too—not so much that it kills her but maybe, “Hey, Ma, enjoy the gestational diabetes!”

Lassek and Gaulin note that this competition for resources is especially rough on teen mommies, whose own brains are still developing. Both the teen mother-to-be and her child are prone to having their cognitive development “impaired”—irreversibly diminished from what it could be— when she’s forced to compete for a limited supply of nutrients with the fast-growing fetusmonster.

However, Lassek and Gaulin find that women with bodies like yours seem to be cushioned—or, you could say, “seat-cushioned”—against this cognitive impairment, apparently because the butt and hip area serves as a supplemental food storage locker for the developing fetus. There’s a special kind of fat that gets deposited in this area— gluteofemoral fat.

This booty fat is different from and healthier than belly fat. It’s loaded with omega-3 fatty acids—especially DHA, docosahexaenoic acid—which we can only get from things we ingest, like seafood, walnuts, cooked spinach, and krill oil supplements.

DHA is essential for day-to-day cognitive functioning in all people. And, Gaulin emphasized to me, it’s “the most important brain building resource” for little fetus people. He and Lassek controlled for things

like parents’ income and education and the number of dollars spent per student and found mothers’ higher DHA to be the strongest predictor of kids scoring significantly higher on tests in math, reading, and science.

You’re packing more DHA than a woman who carries her fat Santa-style, but any woman can increase her DHA through diet, especially by eating fish. As for your desire to shave off some of Mount Buttmore, bad news: Gluteofemoral fat is extremely resistant to weight loss (as that basically would amount to throwing away some of your brain’s lunch).

But to lose weight overall -- while feeding your brain and protecting it from cognitive decline—consider this from Lassek and Gaulin’s book, “Why Women Need Fat”: “The single dietary factor most strongly related to women’s weight gain was the amount of omega-6 linoleic acid in their diet.”

A major source of omega-6 is factory Frankenstein oils—polyunsaturated, heat-processed seed oils like soybean, sunflower, corn, and canola. (Extra-virgin olive oil is healthy—an omega-3 source.)

And, surprise! Eating fish cooked in these omega-6-packed Franken-oils makes us “unlikely to retain the valuable omega-3 present in the fish.”

Getting back to your back end, it seems you owe it an apology. Maybe you were swayed in what you find attractive by the cadaverishly thin women that gay male designers send out to faint on the catwalk.

Consider that you may be confusing body weight and booty shape in how self-conscious you feel about your behindquarters.

Now, whether men prefer heavier or slimmer women varies by culture. However, the late evolutionary psychologist Devendra Singh found that men across cultures overwhelmingly are hotter for the smarter-baby-producing hourglass bod that you have—though without any conscious understanding of why this preference evolved. (No, their penises didn’t put on their reading glasses and pore over Gaulin and Lassek’s research.)

Instead of longing for a body type that men don’t find as sexy, maybe resolve to start appreciating what you have—including your own special version of the trickiest no-win question a woman can ask a man: “Baby, does our future Einstein look fat in these pants?”

Amy Alkon

(c) 2016, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved. Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon, 171 Pier Ave. Suite 280, Santa Monica, CA 90405, or e-mail AdviceAmy@aol.com (advicegoddess.com).

ASTROLOGY

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capricorn writ-

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18): “My goal is to create a life that I don’t need a vacation from,” says motivational author Rob Hill Sr. That’s an implausible dream for most people. But in 2017, it will be less implausible than it has ever been for you Aquarians. I don’t guarantee that it will happen. But there is a decent chance you’ll build a robust foundation for it, and thereby give yourself a head start that enables you to accomplish it by 2019. Here’s a tip on how to arouse and cultivate your motivation: Set an intention to drum up and seek out benevolent “shocks” that expand your concepts of who you are and what your life is about.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The birds known as winter wrens live in the Puget Sound area of Washington. They weigh barely half an ounce, and their plain brown coloring makes their appearance unremarkable. Yet they are the avian equivalents of the opera star Pavarotti. If they weighed as much as roosters, their call would be ten times as strong as the rooster’s cock-a-doodle-doo. Their melodies are rich and complex; one song may have more than 300 notes. When in peak form, the birds can unleash cascades at the rate of 36 notes per second. I propose that we make the winter wren your spirit animal in 2017, Pisces. To a casual observer, you may not look like you can generate so much virtuosity and lyrical power. But according to my analysis, you can.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): NPR’s Scott Simon interviewed jazz pianist and songwriter Robert Glasper, who has created nine albums, won a Grammy, and collaborated with a range of great musicians. Simon asked him if he had any frustrations—”grand ambitions” that people discouraged him from pursuing. Glasper said yes. He’d really like to compose and sing hip-hop rhymes. But his bandmates just won’t go along with him when he tries that stuff. I hope that Glasper, who’s an Aries, will read this horoscope and take heart from what I’m about to predict: In 2017, you may finally get a “Yes!” from people who have previously said “No!” to your grand ambitions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Humans have drunk hot tea for over two millennia. Chinese emperors were enjoying it as far back as the second century B.C. And yet it wasn’t until the 20th century that anyone dreamed up the idea of enclosing tea leaves in convenient one-serving bags to be efficiently brewed. I foresee you either generating or stumbling upon comparable breakthroughs in 2017, Taurus. Long-running traditions or customs will undergo simple but dramatic transformations that streamline your life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “What you do is what counts and not what you had the intention of doing,” said Pablo Picasso. If I had to choose a single piece of advice to serve as your steady flame in 2017, it might be that quote. If you agree, I invite you to conduct this experiment: On the first day of each month, take a piece of paper and write down three key promises you’re making to yourself. Add a brief analysis of how well you have lived up to those promises in the previous four weeks. Then describe in strong language how you plan to better fulfill those promises in the coming four weeks.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): During the campaign for U.S. President in 1896, Democratic candidate William Jennings Bryan traveled 18,000 miles as he made speeches all over the country. But the Republican candidate, William McKinley, never left

his hometown of Canton, Ohio. He urged people to visit him if they wanted to hear what he had to say.

The strategy worked. The speeches he delivered from the front porch of his house drew 750,000 attendees and played an important role in his election. I recommend a comparable approach for you in the coming months, Cancerian. Invoke all your attractive power as you invite interested parties to come see you and deal with you on your home turf.

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er Edgar Allan Poe has been an important cultural influence. His work appears on many “must-read” lists of 19th-century American literature. But during the time he was alive, his best-selling book was not his famous poem “The Raven,” nor his short story “The Gold-Bug,” nor his novel The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket. Rather, it was The Conchologist’s First Book, a textbook about mollusk shells, which he didn’t actually write, but merely translated and edited. If I’m reading the astrological omens correctly, 2017 will bring events to help ensure that your fate is different from Poe’s. I see the coming months as a time when your best talents will be seen and appreciated better than ever before.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Poetry is a way of knowledge, but most poetry tells us what we already know,” writes poet Charles Simic. I would say the same thing about a lot of art, theater, film, music, and fiction: Too often it presents well-crafted repetitions of ideas we have heard before. In my astrological opinion, Leo, 2017 will be a time when you’ll need to rebel against that limitation.

You will thrive by searching for sources that provide you with novel information and unique understandings. Simic says: “The poem I want to write is impossible: a stone that floats.” I say: Be on the lookout for stones that float.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The Economist magazine reports that if someone wanted to transport $10 million in bills, he or she would have to use eight briefcases. Sadly, after evaluating your astrological omens for 2017, I’ve determined that you won’t ever have a need for that many. If you find yourself in a situation where you must carry bundles of money from one place to another, one suitcase will always be sufficient. But I also want to note that a sizable stash of cash can fit into a single suitcase. And it’s not out of the question that such a scenario could transpire for you in the coming months. In fact, I foresee a better chance for you to get richer quicker than I’ve seen in years.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): For a bald eagle in flight, feathers are crucial in maintaining balance.

If it inadvertently loses a feather on one wing, it will purposely shed a comparable feather on the other wing. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, this strategy has metaphorical meaning for your life in 2017. Do you want to soar with maximum grace and power? Would you like to ascend and dive, explore and scout, with ease and exuberance?

Learn from the eagle’s instinctual wisdom.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In August 2012, a group of tourists visited the Eldgja volcanic region in Iceland. After a while, they noticed that a fellow traveler was missing. Guides organized a search party, which worked well into the night trying to track down the lost woman. At 3 a.m., one of the searchers suddenly realized that she herself was the missing person everyone was looking for. The misunderstanding had occurred many hours earlier because she had slipped away to change her clothes, and no one recognized her in her new garb.

This is a good teaching story for you to meditate on in 2017, Scorpio. I’d love to see you change so much that you’re almost unrecognizable. And I’d love to see you help people go searching for the new you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In 2017, you will be at the peak of your ability to forge new alliances and deepen existing alliances. You’ll have a sixth sense for cultivating professional connections that can serve your noble ambitions for years to come. I encourage you to be alert for new possibilities that might be both useful for your career and invigorating for your social life. The words “work” and “fun” will belong together! To achieve the best results, formulate a clear vision of the community and support system you want.

Homework: Send me predictions for your life in 2017. Where are you headed?

Go to RealAstrology.com; click on “Email Rob.” © Copyright 2016 Rob Brezsny

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his week, Smoke Signals goes around the world in cannabis news, starting in the Great White North:

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Santa may be extra jolly this year, as last week brought the revelation that the North Pole has a commercial cannabis growing operation. OK, the grow op is not at the North Pole. As far as we know, Santa’s elves are not busily tending a fresh crop of Afghani Kush. But Black Rapids LLC is growing such a crop in North Pole, Alaska.

And that was the strain sold last week at Arctic Herbery, the first cannabis store to open in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. The first customer in a long line stretching around the block was 81-year-old Anna Ercoli, who told reporters she would be mixing her 2.5 grams of Afghani Kush flower into a medicinal cream. “This is really the only thing that when I put it on my skin, I can go to sleep and I can sleep because I have no pain,” she said.

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Next door in Canada, the government’s cannabis legalization task force issued its much-awaited report on cannabis policy. The report states that, “There is growing recognition that cannabis prohibition has proven to be an ineffective strategy for reducing individual or social harms” and recommends that Canada implement a public health and research-focused system to displace the illegal cannabis market.

The report makes 80 recommendations in all, including a minimum age of 18 for purchases, a 30-gram limit on public possession, a growing limit of four plants per home, separation of cannabis from alcohol and tobacco, both in products and in sales locations, and legalizing dedicated locations for cannabis consumption and cannabis mail-order services. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s administration is expected to introduce nationwide cannabis legalization legislation in 2017.

Mexico Moves Toward Medical South of the border, the Mexican Senate passed a bill legalizing medical cannabis. Last week’s vote was the latest in a series of actions by the Mexican government that have included decriminalizing possession of small amounts of cannabis and allowing individuals to grow cannabis for personal use. The bill will now be considered by Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies. Over the past decade, an estimated 100,000 Mexicans have been killed and 30,000 have gone missing due to the war on drugs.

Colombia’s War on Drugs Ends And speaking of the war on drugs, Colombia’s civil war, which dragged on for over 50 years, has finally ended.

The conflict was closely tied to the war on drugs, as the FARC rebels were funded by proceeds from illegal drug trafficking. Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos received the Nobel Peace Price for his efforts to end the war, and used his acceptance speech to address the issue. “The war on drugs has not been won, and is not being won. The manner in which this war against drugs is being waged is equally or perhaps even more harmful than all the wars the world is fighting today, combined,” Santos said.

The Numbers from Portugal Finally, in Portugal, 15 years after decriminalizing all drugs there still has been no increase in drug use and drug-related deaths, and illnesses have decreased dramatically since the policy change. A similar picture is emerging in the United States, where millions of people now have access to legal cannabis but teen drug use is at historic lows—but the connection, or lack thereof, still baffles officials.

“I don’t have an explanation,” Dr. Nora Volkow of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, told U.S. News & World Report.

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