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From all of us at the Source Weekly, we hope you’re enjoying time with friends and family and reveling in the beauty of Central Oregon this holiday season. We’ll be on a slightly amended distribution schedule over the next two weeks, but you can be sure that, like always, all stories published in the print edition will be available online by Wednesday at 3 pm, as they always are (in addition to the many web-only stories we publish each week—go check them out!).

I also want to express my gratitude and admiration for the staff that keeps this paper running year after year, and to share an anecdote that I now regret. In the spring of 2018, staffer Richard Sitts did a story featuring Donavan Adderley, the father of a teen, Deshaun, who killed himself in December 2017. Sitts wanted to extend the story to a feature-length one, due to the gravity of the situation that Donavan described. I declined, putting the story in its planned place farther back in the issue. I made the wrong call. Deshaun’s story is ongoing and important, and I only wish I would have given it even more ink back then.

Look for more ink on the story on page 4 of this issue.

Hug your loved ones tight this holiday season, Central Oregon, and then get back out into the world and make it a better one.

NEWS—Impeaching #45

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By the time you read this, the U.S. House will likely have voted on whether to impeach the current president. We asked local leaders to share where they stand on this national issue.

NEWS—Handling the Fam on the Holidays

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What’s it really like being a mall Santa? There’s the good, the bad… and the heartbreakingly sweet. Cayla Clark tracks down a former Santa to share it all.

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t was with heavy hearts that we learned this week of the pending lawsuit filed by the family of Deshaun Adderley against Bend-La Pine Schools. As parents ourselves, the story of Deshaun’s suicide in December 2017 hit us hard. When Deshaun’s father, Donavan, granted us an interview in the spring of 2018, Donavan’s story describing how Deshaun, a black teenager, was repeatedly bullied at Summit High School hit us even harder. Based on the handful of comments the story received on our website, we can assume that the story touched some others as well. When we followed it up with a longer story examining the school district’s approach to racial incidents at local schools, that story, too, elicited a handful of responses.

But it wasn’t until this week, as news of the lawsuit came out, that the community really began to take notice of what happened to Deshaun. Stories can have impact, but apparently, lawsuits sometimes have an even bigger impact. A lawsuit is not going to bring Deshaun back, but a lawsuit is quite obviously bringing a level of attention that a suicide, and subsequent stories about the circumstances behind it, didn’t.

Whether the lawsuit against Bend-La Pine Schools is settled, goes to court, or even gets thrown out, it’s raised the conversation around teen suicide and bullying once again. In this case, it’s also introduced the racial component of bullying that many locals would rather not see. But we refuse to look away, even if it’s hard. More than 3,500 students of color attend Bend-La Pine Schools right now. This is not a small number.

The morning this issue went to press, we re-shared Deshaun’s story on our social media channels. Sympathetic readers expressed the heartbreak they felt in reading it, and we appreciate those comments.

But neither heartbreak nor lawsuits actually strike at the heart of this problem.

While racially motivated bullying isn’t necessarily learned at school, it happens at school, and thus schools must do more to stop it.

Unfortunately, Oregon schools have been grossly underfunded for decades, and while we’re hopeful that the dollars brought in through the Student Success Act will help some by adding more counselors to schools, we’re not confident that it’s going to be enough.

We certainly believe more could have been done in Deshaun’s case. As his father stated in

our May 2018 story, Deshaun visited a counselor the very day he got into a fight with a student who was allegedly bullying him— just before his suicide. His father also said Deshaun was put on a “watch list� at school, but that his family wasn’t informed about that until after Deshaun died.

While privacy issues prevent schools from informing the public about disciplinary actions, we can only assume the counselor Deshaun visited that day was juggling the needs of hundreds of other students. Summit High School currently lists six counselors on its website. The school had a student population of 1,601 during the 2017-18 school year, with a black student population of 14, according to data provided by the National Center for Education Statistics.

To address the problem, schools need more resources in general, and, definitely, far more resources that can help staff and faculty understand the unique experiences of students of color. Bend-La Pine Schools is making some progress in this regard, including having its administrators attend race trainings—and offering that training to teachers who want them—but that effort is not enough and is not being rolled out fast enough to meet the needs of a growing minority population in the district.

The $400,000 lawsuit the Adderleys are bringing against the district is hardly going to bankrupt Bend-La Pine Schools, but what it brings in community awareness is priceless.

Our students of color—as well as every student who is bullied in the district—deserve far more attention and support than they’re getting right now, and it’s up to every caring adult in the community to advocate for that attention and support at every turn.

For assistance, contact the following: deschutes.org/suicideprevention Call the local crisis line: 541-322-7500 ext. 9 or 800-875-7354 Visit the crisis walk-in center, 2577 NE Courtney, Bend, Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Text 273TALK to 839-863 Oregon YouthLine (teen-to-teen crisis and help line) Call: 877-968-8491 Text: 839863 Online support: Oregonyouthline.org Trans LifeLine: 1-877-565-8860 The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

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FASCISM…NEVER HERE!

The foundation of fascism is a charismatic leader who demands total loyalty and declares himself above the law. Facts, truth, justice and human rights are marginalized.

A fascist leader claims to be “The Chosen One” to whom everyone must pledge allegiance.

Social contracts such as a Constitution exist at the will of the leader. Separation of powers is eliminated; separation of church and state is blurred.

Fascist leaders disdain science, ridicule intellectuals and the arts and devalue education.

Freedom of speech and assembly are restricted. Protestors and journalists are intimidated, arrested, imprisoned and murdered. Voices of dissent are silenced.

Fascist leaders gain power through fraudulent or rigged elections, manipulation by corporate and state-controlled mass media and the economic power of wealthy donors and corporations.

Fascist leaders sustain power by isolating themselves in a cocoon of cronyism, corruption and nepotism.

Laws criminalize people of color, immigrants, homeless people, unacceptable religious groups and others not in The Master Race.

Fear, intimidation and repression function to control the population in the “homeland.” A police state is empowered and emboldened to squash dissent using surveillance, arrests, mass incarceration, concentration camps and privatized prisons.

A fascist empire exploits resources and people using economic strangleholds and military power.

Corporate power is protected; labor power is suppressed. Nationalist propaganda placates the “homeland” population to justify fascism.

Fascism could never happen here?

—Sue Bastian, Privileged White Person

RE: GROWING PAINS, THEATRE EDITION, 12/12

Support of the arts is essential to the health of a community. We in Sunriver are fortunate to have The Door and recently The SHARC where the musical version of The Nutcracker was recently presented for five shows including a sold out dinner show and performance.

—Richard Asadoorian

ROTATE THE STATES

Every four years since 1972, Iowa and New Hampshire in tandem have repeatedly been

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the first two states to vote in the American presidential primary process. Isn’t it time for the other 48 states to take their turns at being one of the first two states to vote?

We should reform the presidential primary process in time for 2024 by instituting a rotational centurial schedule whereby every state will finally have the opportunity to be one of the first two states to vote.

Rotating the states would bring a much needed, overdue element of fairness to our primary system by giving each state (no matter how sparsely populated) a period of political relevance.

Also, moving Iowa and New Hampshire out of their unwarranted privileged political positions at the front of the line would help make the process more demographically representative of the nation at large.

Here’s an idea of what the first two states’ rotational schedule could look like over the course of the next century.

2024 Kansas, California.

2028 Vermont, Texas.

2032 Montana, New York.

2036 North Dakota, Florida.

2040 Idaho, Illinois.

2044 Oregon, Ohio.

2048 Arkansas, Pennsylvania.

2052 New Mexico, North Carolina.

2056 Kentucky, Michigan.

2060 Alabama, Arizona.

2064 Oklahoma, Massachusetts.

2068 Wyoming, Missouri.

2072 Connecticut, Wisconsin.

2076 Utah, Georgia.

2080 Hawaii, Washington.

2084 West Virginia, Colorado.

2088 Nebraska, Virginia.

2092 Indiana, New Jersey.

2096 Maine, Tennessee.

2100 Mississippi, Minnesota.

2104 Delaware, Louisiana.

2108 South Dakota, Maryland.

2112 Alaska, Nevada.

2116 Rhode Island, South Carolina.

2120 Iowa, New Hampshire.

—Jake Pickering

RE: PORTLAND IS FINALIZING A DEAL TO USE TOURISM DOLLARS TO BATTLE HOMELESSNESS. IT’S A PRECEDENT CENTRAL OREGON SHOULD FOLLOW. 12/4

Whoever wrote this, I LOVE YOU. Seriously, I have wanted scream at this city for years, especially after the transient room tax passed with funds going to Visit Bend. This is by far the most critical homeless article from a local source that I have read in over a

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The new Tumalo Fire Station opened Dec. 3, replacing the station next door that opened in 1973. The station is located at 19850 Fourth St. and owned by Deschutes Rural Fire Protection District No. 2, but is staffed and equipped by Bend Fire and Rescue. The 8,636 square-foot station cost $3.97 million to build, and has four bays for a fire engine, ambulance, an interface wildland engine and other equipment. It was built with renewable energy features, a fire pole and a spacious kitchen and living room. The captain, engineer and firefighter on duty will each have their own room and bathroom—an upgrade from the dorm-style living quarters at the old station.

year. As someone who has spent many nights outside in snow in this city... thank you.

Your article reminds me of the public-private partnership that produced the $9.6 million Bend Whitewater Park and the potential the idea could represent.

In Portland, $3 million of $3.5 million in private funds were raised in a public-private venture to open the Harbor of Hope homeless navigation center. By one person.... the CEO of Columbia Sportswear. Not to single anyone out, but REI has a huge store here.

The marijuana industry made $82 million in Oregon last year, and in Bend it also thrives off of our local tourist economy. There are significant interests here that have real reasons to pitch in. And some have. For example, our Builders and Realtors Associations competed against each other to help raise funds for the renovations at the Bethlehem Inn. A public-private partnership to tackle the problems inherent to homelessness would benefit all. The amount of collective funds put into cleaning up abandoned camps, post incident healthcare, law enforcement, judiciary and jail costs, and more, could be effectively reduced. From low barrier camps to navigation centers (like the Harbor of Hope) to Housing First models, more tools exist than this community is implementing. Why wait to spend millions afterwards, when you could spend less and alleviate things now?

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In 'Growing Pains, Theatre Edition’, 12/11, we stated that Matthew Vigil of Lonely Fish Productions both produced and directed Steel Magnolias. The correct information is that the show was directed by Karen Sipes. We regret the error.

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Local politicians weigh in on the impeachment trial against the President

By Laurel Brauns

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he U.S. House of Representatives was set to vote Wednesday on whether to impeach President Donald Trump, ( just after this issue went to press). At this historic moment, we asked local city councilors and Bend’s representatives in Washington, D.C. to weigh in on the proceedings.

A quick impeachment primer: The House will likely vote along party lines Wednesday to indict Trump on two articles of impeachment, which will send the case to trial in the U.S. Senate. A two-thirds majority is required in the Senate to fire the President. If Senate Republicans maintain loyalty to the president, Trump will be acquitted and keep his job. This is the fourth time in history an impeachment inquiry has been brought before Congress, though no president has ever been removed from office through impeachment.

Trump is accused of pressuring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, by withholding U.S. military aid, to open an investigation into former Vice President Joe Biden and his son Hunter, both of whom worked in Ukraine during the Obama administration. Joe Biden is a candidate in the race to become the Democratic nominee for President in 2020. Hunter Biden sat on the board of Ukraine’s largest private gas company, Burisma, making up to $50,000 a month, according to The New York Times.

Democrats inside the Beltway are convinced they finally have a clear and easy-to-understand case to present to the American public to force Trump’s removal from office.

The articles of impeachment are: Abuse of power: Trump used his position for personal political gain.

Obstruction of Congress: The president allegedly obstructed the impeachment inquiry by urging witnesses not to cooperate and government agencies not to comply with subpoenas.

Republicans argue that Trump acted in good faith by encouraging Ukraine to root out corruption and foreign influence in their affairs. They believe the impeachment proceedings are a dramatic ploy by the Democrats to remove a fairly elected president from office.

The public is also split in their support, with 50% of registered voters approving of the impeachment inquiry and 42% opposing it, according to a Dec. 8 POLITICO/ Morning Consult poll. Republicans (81%) tend to oppose impeachment, while Democrats (85%) support the investigation and trial, according to the same poll.

Christopher Nichols, an associate professor of history at Oregon State University, believes the Articles make a straightforward case and fit the Constitution’s impeachment clause by focusing on Congress’s role in holding sitting presidents accountable.

“Politically and historically this seems to be the safest path—but is it the best bet to find a few wavering Republicans in the Senate to vote in favor?” he asked.

Nichols believes that a stronger case could have been made for “obstruction of justice” because Trump refused to cooperate with Robert Mueller’s investigations into Russian interference during the 2016 elections. Trump opponents could have also established a case for “high crimes” in relation to bribery and even extortion in his dealings with Ukraine, Nichols said.

Sen. Ron Wyden—the Democrat who has represented Oregon in the U.S. Senate since 1996—believes Trump has already committed numerous impeachable offenses. Wyden is the son of Jewish immigrants who fled Nazi Germany, and has expressed outrage at the Trump administration’s treatment of children and families at the U.S./Mexico border.

“I take an oath to uphold the Constitution and not to downplay the facts, and these are very serious matters and the

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Speaker of the House of U.S. Representatives Nancy Pelosi has been a leader in the impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump.

founding fathers had it right up at the top of the list—the question of the executive putting their interest before our national security,” Wyden said in a Dec. 16 interview with KTVZ. “My hope again is that the Senate addresses the facts. These are very serious questions, and there has been substantial evidence put on the record and I think to just go in there with all kinds of preconceived notions is wrong.”

Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley said in a Dec. 10 press release that a president soliciting foreign interference in an election was exactly what the founders had in mind when they wrote the impeachment process into the Constitution. “This process is part of the checks and balances intended to preserve the integrity of our democracy, our national security, and the foundational idea that nobody is above the law,” he wrote.

“Each member of Congress should search their heart, and ask how they would vote if the President was of the opposite party.”

Bend City Councilor Bruce Abernethy told the Source he was “strongly supportive” of the impeachment process. “If one actually listens to the testimony that has been presented, it is quite clear that Donald Trump put his personal interests in the 2020 election in front of national interest related to the security of Ukraine, a country that has long been a U.S. ally.”

Bend City Councilor Barb Campbell agrees, citing objections to Trump’s alleged acceptance of emoluments from Americans and foreign powers. “I will be joining millions of other people across the country Tuesday for rallies making it clear we want the president, and his whole damn family,

impeached,” Campbell said.

U.S. Congressman Greg Walden is the Republican who represents Oregon District 2, the region that covers Hood River, Bend, Ashland and all of eastern Oregon. He did not respond to our repeated requests for comment, but said in a Sept. 25 Twitter post, “Americans deserve to get all of the facts—including seeing both the report from the whistleblower and the transcripts of the conversations former Vice President Joe Biden has had.”

Knute Buehler, the Bend physician and former Oregon House member who’s running for Walden’s seat in the 2020 election, said in a campaign ad, “Nancy Pelosi and the D.C. liberals are obsessed with partisan impeachment to undo an election. It’s wrong. I oppose impeachment and removing the president from office.”

Bend Mayor Sally Russell was more vague. “As the Mayor of Bend, which is a non-partisan elected role, I will keep my personal opinion to myself,” Russell wrote in an email. “However as a citizen of this country, I am pleased that a structure of checks and balances, created by our forefathers, exists to hold all elected officials accountable for their words and actions.”

While City Councilors Justin Livingston and Chris Piper could not be reached for comment, City Councilor Bill Moseley said, “There are so many important local challenges to work on without bringing the national civil discord to Bend. I prefer to find ways we can work together on things like managing growth and affordable housing.”

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Stressed for the Holidays

Local therapists discuss dealing with family, expectations and other challenging holiday situations

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By Cayla Clark gifts—the weirdest things we can find. We just shop at Goodwill. There are still presents under the tree, but there’s no pressure. It’s so much fun.” She emphasized the benefits of using humor as a stress-diffuser.

Shannon Kearney, a local marriage and family therapist, agreed that comparison is the thief of joy. “I have clients coming in all the time and saying things like, ‘I hate the commercialism of Christmas,’” she said. “People deal with the expectation that they’ll have to spend a lot of money on presents. They see the family down the street, and think they have to match them.” Rather than compare, both therapists suggested creating special, stress-free family traditions involving simplicity, a lack of rigidity and increased mindfulness.

“If you go look at the lights, actually look at the lights!” said DeSha. “Don’t just do things to check off the box.”

One of the biggest contributors to stress is family. “Old relationships that have their own set of dynamics might be revisited, and the same things that triggered us as children can trigger us as adults," said Kearney.

"Boundary setting is crucial.”

Despite local strides toward the destigmatizing of mental health, seeking therapy around the holidays is often perceived as taboo. Kearney stressed that asking for extra support around this time isn’t just acceptable, it’s often essential. Kearney also recommends people recognize that plans are not set in stone.

“Give yourself an out,” she suggested. “Come up with a game plan. If you’re going somewhere that you might not want to be for long, talk to your spouse and make sure you’re both on the same page. If you say, ‘Hey, I’m feeling pretty tired, I think

There's no such thing as the perfect holida- oh, wait. There actually really isn't.

time for older people who have had family members pass away, or for people who didn’t have happy childhoods.” DeSha mentioned Seasonal Affective Disorder, and the impact that shorter days can have on mood. Slowing down not only helps alleviate stress, it helps us tune into the needs of those around us.

“Lots of people are struggling, and we’re too stressed or busy to notice,” she said.

Ignoring spiked stress levels can also lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms. “Collectively, alcohol consumption increases over the holidays. Even a drink or two makes an impact on emotional maturity, reactivity, awareness and patience. It can also make people who are difficult to be around be even more difficult to handle,” she said.

The fix? “Be mindful. If you do drink, try to at least alternate between alcohol and water.” DeSha added, “Rather than reach for that second glass of wine, take a walk outside.”

Overall, “expectation” was the word each therapist mentioned the most.

“Sit down and think through expectations,” said Long.

“Make sure you communicate these expectations. Do you want your mom’s special mashed potatoes at dinner? Let her know in advance. Are you focusing on having a peaceful holiday? Let others know how they may play a role in making that happen.”

Kearney concluded.

I’m ready to head home,’ make sure those needs—what that means—has been communicated beforehand.”

Marriage and family therapist Joella Long of Cascadia Family Therapy noted another reason returning home can be tricky. “Sometimes, family members and longtime friends expect us to fit into a past box, they expect us to be the person we used to be. This doesn’t allow for growth. Stay aware. Ask yourself, ‘Am I being the present me or the past me?’”

The holidays aren’t just stressful for adults, the therapists said. “One of the biggest problems I see is the transference of our stress to our kids,” DeSha said. “We’ve got to model self-care… and I know that’s a buzzword, ‘self-care’... What I mean is, we’ve got to slow down and keep things in perspective. We have to take a look at ourselves and how we’re handling things.”

She noted that words like “busy” and “stressed” have also become buzzwords.

“People wear their stress like a badge of honor, almost like it’s something to be proud of.”

“Children and teenagers in particular crave family connection this time of year,” DeSha explained. “Slowing down and being present with one another is so important.”

“This isn’t a happy time of year for everybody,” added Kearney. “This can be a hard time of year for veterans; it can bring up memories of being overseas. It can be a difficult

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or some, the holidays are a time of joy, wonderment and time-worn traditions.

For most, however, the holidays are a time of financial distress, deep disappointment and dangerously heavy drinking patterns, ("just one more spiked eggnog, it’s fine").

A Healthline survey conducted in 2015 found that 62 percent of people experienced “very elevated” stress levels around the holidays. A study funded by the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council found that 41 percent of Americans believe they work too hard to achieve the “holiday ideal.”

Stress levels skyrocket for a number of reasons, including perfectionism, finances, unmet expectations and—you guessed it, family.

Three local licensed family therapists offered insight into coping with crippling, holiday-related stress.

Andie DeSha, a licensed professional counselor, suggested that the “West side Bend sense of perfection” contributes largely to holiday stress.

“We see the family across the street, and we want to match them,” Desha explained.

“We’re inundated with information around this time of year. What we ‘should’ be buying, how we ‘should’ be celebrating. It’s easy to come down with a case of the ‘shoulds.’”

DeSha emphasized that the holidays look different for everyone.

“Ask yourself, ‘What are our goals? What are our values?’ Of course, you won’t be able to ask yourself these questions unless you slow down. Take a look at your family traditions; are these traditions stressful?” She shared that her family created their own holiday tradition when they realized how much stress went into gift-giving. “Now, we go for the weirdest

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Santa Uncensored

Cayla Clark

A retired mall Santa shares some of his most bizarre (and moving) experiences

By Cayla Clark

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ooped on by a parrot. Straddled by strippers. Brought to tears by the blind.

These are all experiences that Mani Pureheart, a mostly retired mall Santa, has under his thick black pleather belt.

To Pureheart, becoming Santa over 25 years ago was far more than a seasonal job. It was about embodying the values he has always held near and dear to his heart. While Pureheart now devotes most of his time to writing books, spiritual healing, rock shows and his professional psychic practice, he stills finds time to bring Santa to members of the community in need of some extra holiday spirit.

Pureheart welcomed me into his home with a polished, “Ho ho ho!”

The house smelled of incense, and was decorated with a dense collection of impressive artifacts (including a fossilized dinosaur egg and Megalodon tooth, which he showed me proudly).

(While not quite how I’d imagined Santa’s North Pole estate, the décor made sense; the love was palpable.)

When I asked if he still frequented the mall scene, he told me that his severe tinnitus makes the clatter and noise of the mall too painful.

“Plus, the children keep getting heavier, the elves keep getting lazier… it’s hard to lift children up onto your lap all day when you get to be my age.” At 75 years young, Pureheart is on track to get his black belt in taekwondo this summer. Yes, Santa wears a “gi,” the traditional belt of that martial art.

Most of the questions I had revolved around funny Santa experiences: “What was the craziest thing a kid ever asked for?” Alligator.

“Do you ever get heart-wrenching requests?” Santa, can you bring my mommy back?

Pureheart had a plethora of hilarious and touching stories, but what I walked away with wasn’t necessarily what I came for. I walked away with a

deep and profound understanding of what Santa actually means.

“For me, being Santa is a very, very deep experience,” Pureheart explained. “Santa isn’t just for children… I’ve had adults, men and women, come and sit on my lap and say, ‘I’ve tried everything else. I don’t know where else to go. I need help.’ Santa is a confessional, a counselor, a bartender, a priest. You’re there to help, you’re there to love, and that love takes different forms. It’s all about love, and doing all you can to make the world a better place.”

He explained how the simple phrase “be love” has become the cornerstone of his life. “It’s about mindfulness of others, and realizing that we all have a responsibility to help and love one another—to help one another advance in life.” While one may assume that Santa is a man of Christian faith, Pureheart explained that his personal rendition of Santa is deeply spiritual, but anti-organized religion. “My religion

is love,” he said.

“I think that’s how Santa’s supposed to be,” his wife, Kim, added.

For the past several years, Pureheart has been documenting his most memorable moments as Santa Claus on his Facebook page.

Once, while Santa-ing in Clovis, California, Pureheart had a runin with a shy 7-year-old boy. This was right around the time that “Toy Story 2” came out, and movie-related toy requests were prevalent. When Santa asked the boy what he wanted for Christmas, he mumbled his response.

Upon asking him to repeat his request, the boy stood up on the chair and yelled, “I want a BIG WOODY for Christmas!!!” The crowded room suddenly fell silent, Pureheart explained.

Like that one, not all of his experiences were PG, or PC. Bringing Santa into retirement communities sometimes resulted in some pretty racy commentary.

“There was a little old lady and her husband; they brought their grandson

FEATURE common questions he’s asked is, “How many times have you been peed on?” Up until that fateful day, his “accident” record was squeaky clean.

After investing in a brand-new, specially manufactured suit, he visited a local retirement community. A woman waltzed in with her pet parrot perched on a de-barked tree branch. “I remember thinking, ‘I hope he doesn’t poop on me,’” he wrote. “No sooner had I thought that, then Pico paced to the center of the stick, directly over the sparkling white fur at the bottom of my new Santa jacket. I knew. Pico knew that I knew, and was savoring the moment.” Technically, Santa has never been peed upon—but he has been pooped on by a parrot.

Pureheart shared some heart-wrenching stories as well. The first experience he had with a drunken, verbally abusive father left him searching for a way to help, should the situation ever arise again. “Don’t give her nothin’, Santa, she ain’t nothin’ anyway,” he remembers the dad drunkenly yelling. “Give her a doll with the head ripped off.” After searching for answers for several days, he came

across a manufacturer that produced small, Santa-shaped bells, and purchased 50 on the spot.

He noted that over the years he gave quite a few of these bells away, but always reserved them for very special cases. The last bell he handed out went to a 10-year-old boy who reminded him of himself at that age. “My childhood was anything but pleasant,” Pureheart shared. “There was a lot of emotional damage, so I have a great deal of sympathy for children in similar situations. I wanted to do something that would make a lasting impact on children—and, sometimes, adults.”

The boy’s father had wandered off, and there was no line, so Pureheart took the opportunity to speak to him of ridicule and loneliness, of perseverance and the importance of always remembering that he was loved. “I told him to listen to the bell whenever he was sad or lonely, and remember that Santa loves him.”

Pureheart got choked up while relaying the next story, which he deemed his “favorite Santa story of all.” On a blustery night at an upscale mall in Tigard, Santa ran into a group

a of several “well-seasoned adults.”

A tiny woman, age 90 or so, caught his eye. He approached her and said, “Good evening, mother.” Another member of the group informed, “She can’t see you, Santa. She’s blind.” She perked up at the mention of Santa, and began to cry as he moved closer to her, allowing her to feel his suit and stroke his beard. “I gave her a gentle hug and whispered in her ear, ‘Merry Christmas. Santa has always loved you.’

There were waterworks all around as I turned to continue on my way.”

He noted that experiences like these remind him he has the power to change a bad day into a good day—that the love he brings as Santa transcends age, religion, social standing and physical disability. “Being Santa has been a tremendous gift to me, and I’m so fortunate that I can share this gift with the world.”

From naughty grandmas and 7-yearolds to struggling adults in need of an empathetic ear, Santa reminds us that at the root of the season is one poignant message: be love.

“Santa is all in the heart—it’s not in the suit you put on.”

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to sit on my lap. Her husband and grandson went to go get the photograph from the elf, and she stayed behind. She leaned in real close, and whispered to me, ‘Hey Santa… you can slide down my chimney anytime.’” Pureheart laughed at the memory.

He also described being bombarded by a group of women in fulllength raincoats at a “scruffy” mall in Springfield. A spokeswoman asked if the women could sit on Santa’s lap, and he obliged. When the women stripped off their coats, he was surprised to find they were clad in… nearly nothing. “What they were wearing was bright and colorful, spangled and feathered, and displayed their copious assets to their best advantage,” Pureheart explained in one of his written stories. “I could not turn these lovely damsels away once I told them we would take their photo, so I gritted my teeth and invited the four of them to arrange themselves as close to Santa as physics and propriety would allow.”

Pureheart’s most recent story involves a parrot named Pico.

He explained that one of the most

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This Texas-bred duo, made up of Anthony Farrell on the keyboard and Andrew Trube on guitar, has put out seven albums – the first featuring vocals by Ani DeFranco. Caitlin Sherman, Seattle-based singer-songwriter, joins the two for a night of poignant and upbeat tunes. Fri., Dec. 20, 9pm-12am. Volcanic Theater Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $12.

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The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend. $6.

Come down and watch some of your favorite local comedians and celebrities slam 2019. This show will be explicit, and probably offensive for some (or most).

Expect jokes about politics, social issues and anything else that has been in the news this past year. OK, Boomer? Sat., Dec. 21, 8-10pm. 10 Barrel Eastside, 62950 NE 18th St., Bend. $7.

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Bend’s own holiday tradition returns with more live, yuletide stories, and songs backed by Jim Tennant’s 18-piece big band. Host Mollie Tennant welcomes special guests Heather Salvesen, Gary Fulkerson, Bob Shaw and Alastair Jaques, plus the return of Olive the Elf and jolly old St. Nick! Sat., Dec. 21, 3pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $17-$22.

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“Last Christmas” Wham! 99 votes Carly Rae Jepsen 14 votes “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” Jackson 5 – 104 votes Justin Bieber – 21 votes “Baby Its Cold Outside” Colbie Caillat & Gavin DeGraw – 39 votes Nathaniel Rateliff & Julie Davis – 68 votes “All I Want For Christmas Is You” Mariah Carey – 97 votes Bowling For Soup – 33 votes Eugene Zhyvchik, Unsplash

From Bublé to the Jackson 5, this playlist, found on our Spotify profile, has a little bit of everything!

“Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” Brenda Lee – 49 votes Ingrid Michaelson – 26 votes “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” Gene Autry – 55 votes DMX – 28 votes “Santa Baby” Eartha Kitt – 72 votes Ariana Grande & Liz Gillies – 15 votes “Deck The Halls Nat King Cole – 57 votes Relient K – 16 votes

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“It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” Bing Crosby – 44 votes Michael Buble – 47 votes

In most occurrences, if it was an older version versus a newer version, the old came out on top—reinforcing the power of nostalgia that Christmas music holds over us. The song that received the most votes was the Jackson 5’s “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town” at 104. The song with the least number of votes was Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Last Christmas,” receiving just 14—sorry, girl!

The closest battle was between Bing Crosby and Michael Bublé on “It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas.” In the end, Bublé came out on top 47 to 44.

To listen to the final playlist, you can find us on Spotify as Source Weekly— you might even find a few picks from the editorial team to round it out.

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he fire’s burning, the presents are under the tree and the records are spinning—but what’s playing?

Everyone has a couple of favorite Christmas songs, and even as hard as those Scrooges may try to suppress the cheer, there are always a couple of tunes that come on throughout the holiday season that don’t let you fight the feeling.

While this is the case for listeners, the same can be said for musicians themselves. Artists love to tackle Christmas hits. You could spend hours scouring the internet for Christmas songs and the various versions that exist. That’s the real beauty of Christmas songs—they take on a variety of forms and you might become more attached to one than the other.

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here are certain things in music that are really magical, and a well-done live recording is one of them. It’s great to see and hear the passion that musicians put into their work and the different spin they might put on a song for that performance.

Bend-based band Guardian of the Underdog recently released a live recording video of its song “Dragonfly,” shot at Parkway Studios in Bend. For one, the song sounds great. Lead singer Jeshua Marshall crushes the performance as he breathes power into every lyric. Second, there’s a really cute puppy jamming with the band—so, that’s like a lot of bonus points.

“Dragonfly is a special song to me.

It’s inspired by the loss of a dear friend.

Someone once told me that dragonflies represent the spiritual change that your loved one is experiencing,” Marshall told the Source. “When I sat down to write this song, a couple years after my friend passed in car accident, I was strumming the chords that became the foundation of the song and was meditating on my friend. A dragonfly flew right in front of me and just floated there—it inspired me on how to deliver the message of this song and the way it was to be created.”

“Dragonfly” is a dreamy and somber rock number that starts mainly acoustic

before the rest of the band comes in.

Marshall’s lyrics tell a hopeful message of appreciating life and reflect on the impact people leave behind on Earth before they pass on.

The song itself was recorded by Scott Oliphant of The Color Study. Oliphant originally reached out to record this song after hearing a performance of it at McMenamins.

“Scott is a super inspiring guy to be around. He has a special vision. It’s a blessing to have him in the community. His studio and approach is perfect to get the message of what our band is all about,” says Marshall.

This recording puts special spotlight on what Guardian of the Underdog brings to the tables as performers. You can truly feel the emotion as the video plays that Marshall must have felt originally writing “Dragonfly.”

“I think a lot of what makes live songs special and different than the studio versions, in my opinion, is that some of the magic of the music is lost in the modern recording process of putting a magnifying glass on every little part of a song, and doing everything in a super sterile track by track kind of way,” shares Marshall. “Doing it live gets to the grittiness of what live rock and roll music is all about.”

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Wednesday’s with KC Flynn From Queen to Pearl Jam, you never know what’s next in this amazing display of vocal diversity. 6-8pm. No cover.

Cabin 22 Locals Night w/ UKB Trivia It’s fun

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Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Come on down

7th Street Brew House Bow Wow Bingo

Great food, wonderful brews and a whole lot of fun! Cards are $1 each for the first 2 games and $2 each for the last 2 games. Benefitting the BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. 6:30pm.

The Astro Lounge Rockin’ Robin Karaoke Sing your favorites on a rockin’ good system, every Thursday! 9pm-1am. No cover.

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Bingo Night Join us for bingo night every other Thursday at our Bend taproom! 5 rounds free with purchase of beverage. All ages welcome until 9pm! Every other Thursday, 6:30-8:30pm. No cover.

The Capitol Tammie Brown’s Holiday

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Sparkle Tour RuPaul’s Drag Race Star Tammie Brown is bringing her “Holiday Sparkle” to Bend.

VIP receives front and center reserved seating, signed Tammie merchandise, and a meet and greet. Tammie has been featured on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, RuPaul’s Drag U, America’s Got Talent, and more! The show will also feature local entertainers and host Clare Apparently!

7pm. $22/general, $32/VIP.

Immersion Brewing Geeks Who Drink Pub

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Come on down

and sing your favorite tune! 9pm-1am.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy Open

Mic Come watch local comics and those new to comedy work on new material. Sign up at 7:30.

Starts at 8pm. 7:30-10pm. No cover.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke What’s your

Trivia Win fun prizes and challenge your friends on obscure knowledge while enjoying craft beer and delicious food. 6-8pm. No cover.

and sing your favorite tune! 9pm-1am.

Currents at the Riverhouse Riverhouse

The Capitol Codi Carrol and Dizzle Local

DJs mixing house music, EDM, and electronica.

10pm. No cover.

The Commons NPT Benefit for High Desert

Food & Farm Alliance Please join us for an evening of song! Locals Eric Leadbetter, Jess Ryan and James Hutchens will add Patrick Connell from Portland in a most powerful evening of collaborative individuation! 7-9pm. Free.

The Lot Paul Eddy Long Tall Eddy guitarist

performs solo! Whether performing solo, with the The Beatles cover band Juju Eyeball, or the retro C&W band Long Tall Eddy, you’ll always get Eddy’s best. 6-8pm. No cover.

Volcanic Theater Pub The Cult of Tuck Presents: The 12 Days of Tuckmas The Cult of Tuck is filled with joy to announce our holiSLAY revue! Come keep the yuletide gay with your favorite kings and queens of Central Oregon.

As always, we encourage you to come dressed festive and fun, whatever that means to you. So deck your halls and tuck your balls and celebrate the ho-ho-holidays! 9-11pm. $20.

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Winter Music

Series Come enjoy a pint and live music as we start our Winter Music Series! Bring your friends and family and cozy up by the fire place! Minors allowed until 9PM. 7-9pm. No cover.

Level State Beerhouse Bend Comedy Pub

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke What’s your

go-to karaoke tune? 9pm.

Band brings power, passion and intensity to every performance. Jazz blues rock and soul. All originals! 8-11pm. No cover.

Niblick and Greenes at Eagle Crest

Checkers Pub Derek Michael Marc & Friends

Northside Bar & Grill Soul Providers

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy at Craft! Hosted by Chris Ossig, featuring Katy Ipock and Jessica Taylor. Special guests Conner Satterfield and Jamal Thomas. Seating is limited, so get your ticket early! 18+. 8-10pm. $10.

M&J Tavern Wed Night Open Mic All musicians welcome to the downtown living room. Bring your instruments and your friends.

Everyone else come on by and support the local music scene. 21 and over. 6pm. No cover.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Karaoke Come sing your heart out! 9pm. No cover.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

Robert Wynia Join Robert Wynia for an intimate evening of solo music and conversation. Voted Best Male Performer, Best New Artist and Performer of the Year in Eugene and Portland, Wynia has also been inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. 7-10pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Acoustic Open Mic

Lindy Gravelle Singer-songwriter-pianist shares originals and covers. 5:30-8:30pm. No cover.

Smooth soul, groove and blues! 7:30pm. No cover.

River’s Place Bobby Lindstrom He’s back!

Deep soulful blues, rock and riveting original songs. 6-8pm. No cover.

Seven Nightclub Bend Comedy Open Mic All

performance types are welcome! Each performer will have 5 minutes. Signup by 7:20pm. Ages 21+ 7pm.

Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon!

Voted best Trivia in Bend last year by Bend magazine! Bring your team and come down to the Moon every Thursday. Prizes to 1st and 2nd place teams! 7-9pm. Free.

Cabin 22 The Jess Ryan Band The Jess Ryan

Derek & Friends play you the blues, R&B and soul. ! 8-11:30pm. No cover.

Hub City Bar & Grill HWY 97 at Hub City Classic rock! 9pm. No cover.; The hottest rock and roll band in Central Oregon! Band members are Gene Rogers, lead guitar and vocals, Chad Petersen, keyboards and vocals, Patrick Foreman, bass guitar and vocals, and Mike Carson, drums. 9pm-1am. No cover.

Lava Lanes Karaoke Night Come sing with us! 8pm-Midnight. No cover.

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River’s Place Bingo! Have fun, win cash prizes and support a local non-profit organization.

6-8pm. Cards $1-$5.

Seven Nightclub Hump Day Karaoke Every

Porter Brewing Ugly Sweater Party at Porter! Join us for a night of drinking, revelry, and friendly competition! Awesome prizes for the ugliest sweaters. 6-9pm. Free.

Seven Nightclub Bend Comedy Family

Holiday Special - Local Comedy Showcase We’re bringing together our favorite local comedians to spread some holiday cheer! Featuring Carl Click, Cody Michael, Dillon Kolar, Jodi Compton, Johnny Alfredo, Sharif Mohni and James Harnois.

Hosted by Ryan Traughber. 8-10pm. $5.

The Capitol DJ Theclectik Resident DJ mixing the Saloon One thing is absolutely certain about the acoustic trio Burnin’ Moonlight - their love of music and snappy stage banter is infectious and engaging. With diverse musical backgrounds, they shift smoothly between spirited traditional bluegrass, rootsy folk, a little country, swing and blues. 7-9pm.

The Volcanic The Greyhounds with Caitlin Sherman This Texas-bred duo, made up of Anthony Farrell (vocals, keyboards) and Andrew Trube (vocals and guitar) are joined by special guest Caitlin Sherman. 9pm-midnight. $12.

21 Saturday 10 Barrel Eastside Roast of 2019 The 4th annual End of Year Roast! Come down and watch some of your favorite local comedians/celebs talk sh*t about 2019. This show will be explicit and probably offensive for some. Expect a lot of jokes about politics, social issues, and anything else that has been in the news the last year. And, Epstein didn’t kill himself. Ok, Boomer?

8-10pm. $7.

Aspen Hall Nicky Croon “Home for the Holidays” Join us for a very merry evening full of song, dance, and cheer! A live performance

by Nicky Croon, singing you all of your holiday and Rat Pack favorites. Doors open at 6pm, show will begin at 6:30pm. Light appetizers provided.

Paid bar on site. Semi-formal attire encouraged but not required. Please bring canned foods to contribute to our holiday food drive. 6pm. Free. and Funsie Onesie Party It’s that time again!

Put on your best ugly sweater/onesie to receive $1 off pints all night and join us in some sippin’ and dancin’ with DJ ChellyBean! The fun begins at 9pm - be the first of 25 people to arrive and receive a half off drink token! 9-11:59pm. Free.

Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill Texas Hold

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The Lot Wednesday Open Mic Night Everyone

from brave amateurs to seasoned professionals.

Covers, originals, instrumentalists or poets.

6-8pm. No cover.

The Belfry Solstice Bluegrass ThrowDown with Never Come Down and Skillethead A night of Bluegrass to celebrate the Winter Solstice featuring 2019’s Rockygrass Band Contest Winners ‘Never Come Down’ and Central Oregon’s own Skillethead! 7-10pm. $10.

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On Tap Live Music with Leif Anderson Join us in the taproom for free live music with Leif Anderson. 6-8pm. No cover.

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Ugly Sweater

Wednesday night! 8pm. No cover.

Gateley Live in the Saloon Tumalo local Freddie Gateley is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has been performing his music since age 11. Though rooted in bluegrass and americana, his music also spans rock, jazz and blues. He has been working full time in the recording industry for over a decade. 6:30-8:30pm. No cover.

Classic Rock. 8:30pm. $3.; Classic rock and pop music - something for everybody to dance to!

8:30pm. $3.

Tumalo Feed Co. Burnin’ Moonlight Live in

Karaoke Rockin’ Robin takes our stage, running Bend’s #1 karaoke show. 7-11pm. No cover.

Trivia Free to play, prizes to win and all ages until 9pm! Assemble a team or go at it alone, test your knowledge against our fun and entertaining rounds. 7pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill The Reputations

all genres. 10pm. No cover.

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Music Series Highlighting local Central Oregon talent, the Riverhouse music series focuses on genres ranging from bluegrass, acoustic, indie, blues, jazz, singles and duos. 7-9pm. No cover.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Rockin’ Robin

Niblick and Greenes at Eagle Crest

Lindy Gravelle Singer-songwriter and gifted pianist performs originals and popular covers.

7-10pm. No cover.

Checkers Pub Derek Michael Marc & Friends Robert Wynia shares songs and thoughts Wed., Dec. 18 at 7pm at Mcmenamins.

Derek & Friends play you the blues, R&B and soul.

Derek has a large fan base, and once you hear them, you’ll be a fan too! 8-11:30pm. No cover.

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Hardtails Bar & Grill Ugly Sweater Party

with Uncle Woody Wear Your Ugliest Christmas Sweater and Dance the night away with the Classic Rock and Blues of Uncle Woody. 9pm-1am.

No cover.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Rockin’ Robin Karaoke Rockin’ Robin takes our stage, running Bend’s #1 karaoke show. 7-11pm. No cover.

Level State Beerhouse Bend Comedy

Pub Trivia Bend Comedy brings lively pub trivia to Level State Beerhouse every Wednesday!

Free to play, prizes to win and all ages until 9pm! Assemble a team or go at it alone, test your knowledge against our fun and entertaining rounds. 7pm. No cover.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Rockin’ Robin

Karaoke Rockin’ Robin takes our stage, running Bend’s #1 karaoke show. 8pm-12:30am. No cover.

Lava Lanes Karaoke Night Come sing with us! 8pm-Midnight. No cover.

M&J Tavern Wed Night Open Mic All mu-

LOGE Entrada @ Bend Blackstrap Blue-

sicians welcome to the downtown living room.

Everyone else come on by and support the local music scene. 21 and over. 6pm. No cover.

grass Live Join local boys Blackstrap Bluegrass for some tunes at the Loge! 6-8pm. No cover.

M&J Tavern Solstice Rock Show Three great bands collide as Profit Drama, Helga and The Roof Rabbits bring the fire to the shortest day of the year. Don’t forget to tip the bands! 9pm.

No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Around the Bend

Classic rock and pop music - something for everybody to dance to! 8:30pm. $3.; Classic Rock.

8:30pm. $3.

On Tap Paul Eddy Long Tall Eddy guitarist

performs solo! 6-8pm. No cover.

The Outfitter Bar at Seventh Mountain Resort Heller Highwater Trio Heller Highwa-

ter singing R&B to folk covers, with wonderful harmonies and guitar playing you’re sure to love!

3:30-6pm.

River’s Place She Said, He Said Off-standard

jazz standards and original instrumentals! And a few of your holiday favorites. 6-8pm. No cover.

Silver Moon Brewing Beer Choir and

Toy Drive A fun, holiday event dedicated to delicious beer, community engagement, and giving back! Join in this epic, booze-fueled sing-a-long and bring a new toy to donate! If you bring a toy, your first beer will be $0.01! Stick around after the event to hear the sweet mixes of DJ Skorski.

6:30-8:30pm. Free.

The Capitol DJ Big Cat Resident DJ mixing all genres. 10pm. No cover.

Tower Theatre A Swingin’ Tow-

er Christmas Bend’s family-friendly holiday tradition returns with more “cool yule” stories and songs backed by Jim Tennant’s 18-piece live big band. Host Mollie Tennant welcomes special guests Heather Salvesen, Gary Fulkerson, Bob Shaw, Alastair Jaques, plus the return of Olive the Elf and jolly ol’ St. Nick. 7pm. $17-$22.

Tumalo Feed Co. Steak House Burnin’

Moonlight Live in the Saloon One thing is absolutely certain about the acoustic trio Burnin’ Moonlight - their love of music and snappy stage banter is infectious and engaging.

With diverse musical backgrounds, they shift smoothly between spirited traditional bluegrass, rootsy folk, a little country, swing and downright lowdown blues. 7-9pm.

Volcanic Theatre Pub True Loves Listening to the abundant sounds of this Seattle-based funk & soul group is like walking down a favorite neighborhood street and slapping-five with friends. 9pm-Midnight. $12.

Worthy Brewing Bingo Blitz - Holiday

Gift Wrapped Edition Four high-energy rounds of bingo, packed with surprises, prizes, live entertainment, and delicious breakfast cocktails - including Worthy's renowned bloodies and mimosas! Everyone in attendance gets a special holiday gift! Portion of proceeds to Worthy Garden Club. 10am-noon.

22 Sunday Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Come on down and sing your favorite tune! 9pm-1am.

The True Loves, a Seattle-based funk & soul group, comes to the Volcanic Sat., Dec. 21 at 9pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Open Mic All wel-

come to sing or play an instrument, just come on in and get on Gordy’s signup sheet. 4-7pm.

No cover.

River’s Place Sunday Funday Trivia + Happy Hour Come by to enjoy Happy Hour and play at River’s Place Taproom and Food Cart Yard.

4-6pm. Free to play.

Silver Moon Brewing Not Cho’ Grandma’s Bingo! Not Cho’ Grandma’s Bingo is back with Silver Moon Brewing and Ronald McDonald House Charities! 10:30am-1pm. No cover.

Sisters Saloon Sisters Saloon Open Mic

Night Open Mic at Sisters Saloon hosted by Bend musician, Victor Johnson. Covers and originals, all ages welcome. . Free.

Strictly Organic Coffee - Old Mill Paul

Eddy Bedell Artist and local troubadour fills your cup with memories and forgotten gems. Every other Sunday, 3-5pm. No cover.

23 Monday The Astro Lounge Astro Open Mic We

welcome all musicians to the stage! This is a great opportunity to showcase what you got!

First timers, get your feet wet! Pros, test out your new stuff. Sign up at 7pm. 8pm-Midnight.

No cover.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Come on down and sing your favorite tune! 9pm-1am.

On Tap The Bluegrass Collective A weekly gathering of local bluegrass musicians, sharing their passion for bluegrass and old time music with those in attendance. 6-8pm. No cover.

Riff - Craft Food & Beverage Taproom Open Mic at Riff Join us Monday evenings to enjoy some great local music. Hosted by Victor Johnson, family friendly, covers and originals.

6-8pm. No cover.

The Lot Bingo For a Cause There is a really

good reason people are crazy for bingo... cash winnings! 50/50 split each round between the bingo winner and the rotating local non-profit organizations. 6-8pm. No cover.

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Cabin 22 Tequila Taco Tunes-Day West Side

Open Mic Night collects local musical talent, paired with $6 House Altos Margaritas & Famous Pork Verde Tacos and Hosted by Bend’s beloved Eric Leadbetter. No cover.

Kelly D’s Irish Sports Bar Acoustic Jam Night with Scott Fox Scott Fox hosts our Tuesday Night Acoustic Jam night. Listen to some of our better musicians in town. 7:30-9:30pm. No cover.

The Platypus Pub Tuesday Night Trivia

(and a board game?) Join Quizhead Games for one of the best trivia nights in town. Easily in the top 50. Probably. Make it a habit and join in the trivia board game: T20 and win even more sweet prizes. 8-10pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe Storytellers Open Mic Our weekly open mic at the Commons — we do have some poets, and actual storytellers on occasion, but it’s an open mic like any other, mostly singers and musicians! Sign up starts at 5pm. 6-8pm.

The Lot Trivia Tuesday Bring your team or join

one. Enjoy the heated seats, tasty eats and your favorite local pints at this fun trivia hot spot. A rotating host quizzes you in six different categories.

6-8pm. Free.

25 Wednesday The Astro Lounge Bingo w/ Janney to benefit Oregon Wild Every Wednesday! Winners take home half the pot, the rest goes to Oregon Wild!

6-8pm. $1-5 per game.

Bend Brewing Company Live Music at Bend Brewing! All ages welcome, music will be in our bar area. Dec. 4, Connor and Joe Show, Dec. 6, Guacaholics, Dec. 7, Derek Michael Marc, Dec. 14, Micah Luebben, and Dec. 18, Dave & Melody Hill! 6-8pm. Free.

Bledsoe Family Winery “Wine” Down

Wednesdays with KC Flynn Long time local favorite KC Flynn plays an acoustic set in an intimate setting. From Queen to Pearl Jam, you never know what’s next in this amazing display of vocal diversity. Acoustic rock, folk and country.

6-8pm. No cover.

Cabin 22 Locals Night w/ UKB Trivia It’s

fun and free to play! Enjoy Central Oregon pint specials, all day, all night! Prizes include Cabin 22 gift cards! Team up with friends join in this week. 7pm.

The Astro Lounge Tuesday Trivia Prizes, drink specials and a mental challenge. 8-10pm.

Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Come on down

Broken Top Bottle Shop Trivia Tuesdays

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy

Every second and fourth Tuesday each month, it’s time for Bend’s entertaining trivia game show ‘Useless Knowledge Bowl” hosted live at Broken Top Bottle Shop on the large screen projector!, Prizes for top teams, and it’s always free to play Fourth Tuesday of every month, 7-9pm. Free.

and sing your favorite tune! 9pm-1am.

Open Mic Come watch local comics work on new material and people try stand up comedy for the first time. Sign up at 7:30. Starts at 8pm.

7:30-10pm. No cover.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke What’s your

go-to karaoke tune? 9pm.

Maverick’s Country Bar & Grill Karaoke

Come sing your heart out every Wednesday night at Maverick’s! 9pm. No cover.

Northside Bar & Grill Acoustic Open Mic Join us for open mic every Wednesday. 6pm.

River’s Place Bingo! Have fun, win cash prizes and support a local non-profit organization.

6-8pm. Cards $1-$5.

Seven Nightclub Hump Day Karaoke Every Wednesday night! 8pm. No cover.

Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill Texas Hold ‘em Poker Join us for Poker Night upstairs at The Saloon! First hand dealt at 7pm, so grab a seat early! 7pm. $20 buy in.

The Lot Wednesday Open Mic Night Everyone

from brave amateurs to seasoned professionals.

Covers, originals, instrumentalists or poets.

Hosted by local musicians. 6-8pm. No cover.

26 Thursday 7th Street Brew House Bow Wow Bingo

Great food, wonderful brews and a whole lot of fun! Cards are $1 each for the first 2 games and $2 each for the last 2 games. Benefitting the BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. 6:30pm.

The Astro Lounge Rockin’ Robin Karaoke Sing your favorites on a rockin’ good system, every Thursday! 9pm-1am. No cover.

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Trivia Night Join

us every other Thursday of the month for trivia at our Bend taproom! Trivia categories will change weekly, including themed trivia nights. Gather your friends and come up with your best team name for a chance to win AVID swag! Every other Thursday, 6-7:30pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Come on down and sing your favorite tune! 9pm-1am.

Currents at the Riverhouse Riverhouse

Music Series Highlighting local Central Oregon talent, the Riverhouse music series focuses on genres ranging from bluegrass, acoustic, indie, blues, jazz, singles and duos. 7-9pm. No cover.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke What’s your go-to karaoke tune? 9pm.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School

Zipline at P44Ps Countdown to 2020 Series! All ages welcome! 7pm. No cover.

Seven Nightclub Bend Comedy Open Mic

All performance types are welcome! Each performer will have 5 minutes. Signup by 7:20pm.

Ages 21+ 7pm.

Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon!

Voted best Trivia in Bend last year by Bend magazine! Bring your team and come down to the Moon every Thursday. Prizes to 1st and 2nd place teams! 7-9pm. Free.

The Lot Eric Leadbetter Get out of the kitchen and enjoy the heated benches while the food truck professionals prepare your feast! Eric Leadbetter has a special show planned to lift your spirits. 6-8pm. No cover.

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Hub City Bar & Grill The Hwy 97 Band The hottest rock and roll band in Central Oregon!

Band members are Gene Rogers, lead guitar and vocals, Chad Petersen, keyboards and vocals, Patrick Foreman, bass guitar and vocals, and Mike Carson, drums. 9pm-1am. No cover.; Classic rock! 9pm. No cover.

Immersion Brewing Geeks Who Drink Pub Trivia Test you knowledge at pub trivia night by Geeks Who Drink! Win fun prizes and challenge your friends, or enemies, on obscure knowledge while enjoying craft beer and delicious food from our pub style kitchen. Come early for hoppy hour priced apps and drinks. 6-8pm. No cover.

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CALENDAR MUSIC Banjo Jam Ragtime, swing, country, folk

and bluegrass. Third Thursday of every month, 5:30-7:30pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. Contact: Leroy: 541-604-6564.

Cascade Highlanders Pipe Band Practice A traditional bagpipe and drum band with members from the Central Oregon area. Experienced pipers and drummers are welcome to attend, along with those interested in taking up piping or drumming who 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., Bend. Contact: 541-633-3225. pipersej@yahoo.com.

Celtic Session Bring your guitar, fiddle, or

Community Orchestra of Central Oregon Rehearsals We welcome all musicians. A

variety of music. No auditions. Wednesdays, 6:309pm. Mountain View High School Auditorium, 2755 NE 27th St., Bend. Contact: 541-306-6768. cocomusicmakers@gmail.com.

The Deschutes Caledonian Pipe Band Practice The Deschutes Caledonian Pipe Band

is looking for experienced players to join and perform with the group. We are a volunteer notfor-profit society dedicated to the preservation,

Know Festive - Bend Senior High Dynamics The Dynamics are an auditioned

ensemble from Bend Senior High School. Dec. 20, 1am and Dec. 22, 1pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Know Festive: Bend Cello Collective

BCC plays music that spans nearly 300 years of composition, and draws from as many genres as they can get their hands on. Dec. 18, 11am-Noon. Sunriver Public Library, 56855 Venture Lane, Sunriver. Contact: 541-312-1063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. No cover.

Open Hub Singing Club An unforgetta-

ble afternoon of singing...together! All voices are welcome. Group singing is one of the most ancient technologies of belonging. Community songleader Ian Carrick loves to help people remember that singing is our birthright by teaching accessible, beautiful aural tradition songs. Third Saturday of every month, 3-4:30pm. Through Dec. 21. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Public (ROCK) Choir Singing for the rest

of us! Come sing your face off with our live rock band in a fun, non-threatening group where all skill levels have the chance to sing great songs loud! No experience needed - we lead you through the whole night of Rock/Pop favorites - no hymns. Mondays, 6-8pm. Through June 9.

Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Lane, Bend. Contact: 541-728-3798. singbend@gmail. com. $0 to $16 range w/memberships.

Sisters Bell Choir & Renaissance Sisters Consort Sisters High Desert Bell

Choir was founded in 2008 and has been active in every Sisters High Desert Chorale concert since. Dec. 21, 1-2pm. Sisters Public Library, 110 N Cedar St., Sisters. Contact: 541-312-1029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Wednesday Night Kirtan Devotional group singing. It is yoga for the heart that connects us with our divine, inner nature and the one Spirit that unites us all. Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Bend Community Healing Center, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 133, Bend. $10.

West African Drumming Mondays, Level 1 students will learn traditional rhythms, and experience the brain-enhancing, healing and joyful benefits from David Visiko. On Thursdays, Level 2 & 3 students will build on your knowledge, technique and performance skills.

Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm and Thursdays, 6-7:30 and 7-8:30pm. Djembe Dave’s Home Studio, 63198 NE de Havilland St., Bend. Contact: 541-760-3204.

DjembeDave@yahoo.com. $15/class.

DANCE Adult Intermediate Level Jazz Dance

Adult Intermediate Jazz Dance Class sponsored by the Jazz Dance Collective. Styles include Broadway, Latin, lyrical. Supportive atmosphere, opportunities to perform. Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm.

Get a Move On Studio, 63830 Clausen Drive, Suite 202, Bend. $12 donation, first class free.

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partner needed. Four-week fundamentals class begins the first Wednesday of every month, 6:30-7:30pm. Followed by intermediate lesson at 8:15pm. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 907-299-4199. admin@centraloregontango.com. $5/class.

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Third Friday of every month, 6-8:30pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend.

Contact: sims.mw@gmail.com.

25 years looking to expand. Four part Acapella Barbershop Harmony for men and women. Talented director, lots of fun, and help in improving the quality of your voice. Reading music is not a requirement as we have learning CD’s available.

Thursdays, 6:30-9pm. First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE 9th., Bend. Contact: 541-241-4315. Free.

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Award-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, ages 15 and above. Meet upstairs in the Great Room. Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm.

Aspen Ridge Retirement, 1010 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-728-9392. bellaacappellasai@gmail.com. $35/membership.

High Desert Harmoneers Local Chorus of

Radical Songbook This is a radio show featuring Songs of solidarity, rebellion and social significance, plus conversations of social significance with Central Oregon activists.

Contact: Michael Funke, funkeredfinn24@gmail. com, with song requests. Fridays, 10am-Noon.

KPOV, 501 NW Bond St., Bend. Free.

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The Sisters Bell Choir rings in Christmas with a concert at the Sisters Public Library on Sat., Dec. 21 at 1pm.

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Through Dec. 30. Abilitree, 2680 Twin Knolls Dr., Bend. Contact: info@deschutescaledonian.org.

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Bachata Turn Patterns Learn fun turn

pattern combinations with Latin Dance Bend.

Dance partner not required but encouraged.

Tuesdays, 7:30-8:20pm. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541325-6676. info@LatinDanceBend.com. $12/class, $40/4-Class package, $65/monthly unlimited.

Beginning WCS lesson & Dance Lesson, followed by a dance. Fridays, 7pm. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-401-1635. Cooperdancecompany@gmail.com. $10/lesson, $5/dance.

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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 Eighth St., Bend. $10-12 sliding scale.

Christmas Ballroom Dance Party

Join us on the dance floor to a variety of dance rhythms including Latin, Smooth, Swing, Night Club 2-Step, Country Western and more. Partner not required, encourage people new to the area or new to ballroom dancing. Tuesdays, 7-9pm.

Through Jan. 1. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-602-6168. valdances@hotmail.com. $10.

Dance Lessons – East Coast Swing

Learn the basics of East Coast Swing, partner not required, although encouraged. If you haven’t taking a dance class, or need a refresher, this class is for you! Learn the basics and progress through the month with more cool moves. Thursdays, 6-7pm. Through Dec. 23. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-602-6168. valdances@hotmail.com. $10.

Intro to Latin Dance - Level 1 In this beginner level class you will learn salsa & bachata basics and simple turns while also paying attention to partner connection through lead and follow technic. Dance partner not required but encouraged. Tuesdays, 5:30-6:20pm.

The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: info@LatinDanceBend.com. $12/drop-in.

L-G-B-T-Q-B-I-N-G-O Join your favorite local drag royalty for lip syncing and bingo!

Each round is $1! Win prizes from local businesses. This family friendly event is a fundraiser for the Human Dignity Coalition. Every other Thursday, 6-8pm. Crater Lake Spirits Downtown Tasting Room, 1024 Northwest Bond Street, Bend. Contact: 541-279-0047. hdcjamie@gmail.com. Free.

Level 1 West Coast Swing For this

class, you should know the 4 basic patterns of west coast swing. We will go over some more patterns and technique in level 1. Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-401-1635.

Cooperdancecompany@gmail.com. $12/class, $40/month.

Level 2 West Coast Swing This class

goes over concepts of west coast swing as well as a few more patterns. Really dive into what west coast swing is and how to dance it, while learning the core concepts. Contact Jenny Cooper for questions, 541-401-1635. Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-401-1635. $30/month.

Mambo & Salsa Lessons If you have

wanted to learn the basics of Mambo/Salsa, join this weekly group during December, then progress to more difficult combinations.

Partner not required, although encouraged.

Beginner or intermediate level. Wed, Dec. 4, 6pm, Wed, Dec. 11, 6pm and Wed, Dec. 18, 6pm. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-602-6168. valdances@hotmail.com. $10.

Salsa Turn Patterns Taken Salsa Level?

Learn fun turn pattern combinations with Latin Dance Bend. Dance partner not required but encouraged. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:20pm. The Space, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite 110,

Bring your unfinished works to the community sewing study, every 3rd Wednesday at 5:30pm at the Downtown Bend Public Library.

Bend. Contact: 541-325-6676. info@LatinDanceBend.com. $12/class, $40/4-Class package, $65/monthly unlimited.

Scottish Country Dance Class No

experience or Scottish heritage necessary.

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

Square Dance Lessons Learn to square

dance with the Bachelor Beauts Square Dance Club! Thursdays-Sundays, 6-8pm. Pine Forest Grange Hall, 63214 Boyd Acres Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-382-7014. dance@bachelorbeauts.org. $5/first class, $75/15 additional lessons.

ARTS / CRAFTS Acrylic Pour and Sip Come join us for

guided instruction to create your own acrylic pour masterpiece. Sip wine during your creation! Canvas, paint, aprons and guided instruction provided. Saturdays, 6-8pm. Scott Dyer Fine Art, 2974 NE Waller Drive, Bend. Contact: 714-869-6780. scotthdyer@yahoo.com. $30.

Craft and Cider Night: Choose Your Own Adventure Design your own Shad-

owbox artwork or Glassbox bank and sip on holiday cider from Dry Fields! Dec. 18, 7-8pm.

Nordic Construction, 154 Northeast Underwood Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-350-9578. info@1life.online. $29.

Craft and Cider Night: Choose Your Own Adventure! Design your own Shadow-

box artwork or Glassbox bank and sip on holiday cider from Dry Fields! Dec. 18, 7pm. $29.

Craft Corner - Ornament Making This

craft activity is for you if you still need beautiful ornaments to hang on your tree for the holidays or to give as gifts. It is easy and fun, and no experience is required. All supplies will be provided. Dec. 21, 3-4pm. Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village, 19800 SW Touchmark Way, Bend. Contact: 541-383-1414. Free.

DIY Wreath Making Workshop Back by popular demand! Happy hour wreath making workshops are back! Reserve your spot today. $50 includes beer/wine, snacks and all supplies! Thu, Dec. 5, 5:30-7pm, Mon, Dec. 9,

5:30-7pm, Thu, Dec. 12, 5:30-7pm, Mon, Dec. 16, 5:30-7pm and Thu, Dec. 19, 5:30-7pm.

Moonfire & Sun Garden Center, 61944 SE 27th St., Bend. Contact: 541-318-6155. community@ moonfireandsun.com. $50.

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 in a sequence of poses. All levels are welcome but no instruction is provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own easel and materials.

Tuesdays, 7-9pm. The Workhouse, 50 SE Scott St., Suite 6, Bend. $15/door.

Acrylic Pour Painting! Materials and

instruction included. Create your masterpiece.

Great for birthdays and company events. All ages. Scott Dyer Fine Art. visit scottdyerart. com to see examples. Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm.

Hobby Lobby, 3188 N Hwy 97, Bend. Contact: 714-869-6780. scotthdyer@yahoo.com. $30.

Learn to Knit Get started on the path to

creating your own treasured handknits! This class will give you a solid foundation of the fundamentals of knitting. Topics include casting on & binding off, knit and purl stitches, reading simple patterns, fixing mistakes and more! Never-before knitters and those needing a refresher welcome. Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Fancywork Yarn Shop, 200 NE Greenwood Avenue, Bend.

Contact: 541-323-8686. $10.

The Downtown Sewing Study Bring

your fresh or unfinished project to work alongside others at DPL’s monthly sewing circle.

The crafty community of Central Oregon is invited to bring both their fresh and unfinished projects to work on alongside others, as well as a skilled professional to help answer questions if needed. Third Wednesday of every month, 5:30pm. Through Feb. 19. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Wreath Making Workshop Learn to make

& decorate your own 26” finished wreath, using sustainably-harvested and locally grown evergreens, wild-crafted native accents and cheerful decor to create a gorgeous holiday accent piece. Call to RSVP and hold your spot! Price includes supplies, drinks and appetizers. Dec.

19, 5:30-7pm. Moonfire & Sun Garden Center, 61944 SE 27th St., Bend. Contact: 541-318-6155. community@moonfireandsun.com. $50.

PRESENTATIONS & EXHIBITS Central Cascades - Art by Barbara Cella Barbara Hudler Cella’s landscape paint-

ings of the Central Cascades are on exhibit. The Metolius, Deschutes and Fall Rivers, along with Hosmer and Scott Lakes fill the walls of the Oxford Hotel. Dec. 19-31. The Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. Contact: 925-878-9723. barbara@barbaracella.com. Free.

Toastmasters of Redmond Meetings

Come join us for the Toastmasters of Redmond meetings! Mondays, Noon-1pm and Second Monday of every month, 5:30-6:30pm. Redmond Church Of Christ, 925 NW 7th st., Redmond.

Contact: 541-548-7474. Free.

THEATER Family Christmas Eve Service Sunri-

ver Christian Fellowship will hold a Christmas Eve Family Service which is interactive and will include communion. This year’s family service is titled “A Christmas Quilt”. The Christmas story will be told from the perspective of a group of homesteading women as they gather to sew the quilt. Dec. 24, 2-3pm.

Sunriver Christian Fellowship, 18143 Cottonwood Road, Sunriver. Contact: 541-593-1183. info@sunriverchristianfellowship.org. Free.

WORDS Mystery Book Club We will discuss Never Have I Ever by Joshilyn Jackson. Dec. 18, 6-7pm.

Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Rediscovered Reads Book Club We will be discussing Beloved by Toni Morrison.

Dec. 19, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

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TICKETS AVAILABLE AT Writers Writing Join the Writer’s Collective of Central Oregon and your fellow writers for quiet writing time at the Library. Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others’ company for motivation. Tuesdays, 10am-1pm.

Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Mondays, 9am-Noon. Deschutes Public Library-Downtown, 601 NW Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-312-1063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Preventative Walk-In Pet Wellness Clinic The Bend Spay and Neuter Project offers

vaccinations, deworming and microchips at our walk-in wellness clinic. No appointments necessary, first come first served. Visit bendsnip.org for a list of services. Saturdays, 10am-1:30pm.

Bend Spay & Neuter Project, 910 SE Wilson, Suite A1, Bend. $10/office visit.

Return of the Zach Fundraiser for Zach who

was in an ATV accident and is now paralyzed from the waist down. Please help me spread the word - let’s make this a great event! Dec. 18, 5-9pm. 10 Barrel Brewing West Side Bend, 1135 Northwest Galveston Avenue, Bend. Contact: 971-269-4340. alexanderson30@gmail.com. Free.

VOLUNTEER American Red Cross Disaster Action Team Members Needed American Red

Cross Disaster Action Team Volunteers Needed to respond to local disasters such as house fires, forest fires and other natural disasters.

Ongoing. volunteercentraloregon.org, 2804 SW Sixth Street, Redmond. Contact: 503-528-5624.

Volunteer.cascades@redcross.org.

Become a Big Brother or Big Sister in Redmond It doesn’t take much to make a big difference in the life of a child! Looking for caring adult mentors who are willing to spend a few hours a month sharing their interests and hobbies. Ongoing. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon - Redmond, 412 SW Eighth St., Redmond. Contact: 541-617-4788. balbert@bbbsco.org.

Brightside Thrift Store in Redmond

Looking for volunteers to receive donations, sort, and price items. Volunteers are critical to the operations of our high-save shelter and contribute directly to the care of our animals by ensuring our donations are processed. Ongoing, 10am-5pm. Brightside Animal Thrift Store, 838 NW Fifth St., Redmond. Contact: 541-504-0101. thrift@brightsideanimals.org.

Bend Spay+Neuter! Compassionate

people to join an incredible team, whether you volunteer in the clinic, festivals or helping with our community cat population. Ongoing.

Bend Spay & Neuter Project, 910 SE Wilson, Suite A1, Bend. Contact: 541-617-1010. volunteer@bendsnip.org.

Mentors Needed Heart of Oregon is

a nonprofit that inspires and empowers positive change in youth through education, jobs and stewardship. Heart of Oregon Corps, 1291 NE Fifth St., Bend. Contact: 541-526-1380. info@heartoforegon.org.

Volunteer Drivers Needed Volunteer drivers needed Mondays-Fridays 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 Rick Hernandez for more information.

Contact: 818-674-3257.

Volunteer with Salvation Army The

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

Volunteers Needed Help with daily horse care. Duties include; corral cleaning, grooming, walking horses. Flexible days and hours. No experience required. Call Kate Beardsley to set up an appointment. Ongoing. Mustangs to the Rescue, 21670 McGilvray Road, Bend. Contact: 541-350-2406.

GROUPS & MEETUPS ACA and other Dysfunctional Families

A twelve step program where members share their experience, strength and hope about growing up in an alcoholic or other dysfunctional family. Wednesdays, 6-8pm and Fridays, 1011am. First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Free.

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.

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. Or visit coigaa.org.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. Third Wednesday of every month, 2-3:30pm. Community Presbyterian Church, 529 NW 19th St., Redmond. Contact: 800-272-3900.

Free. Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems.

Fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7pm.

Mosaic Medical Prineville Clinic, 375 NW Beaver Street, Prineville. Contact: 800-272-3900. Free.

America’s Engagement Epidemic: Are Your Employees Engaged? Join us as we discuss how to define engagement through the lens of autonomy, mastery and purpose and develop practical steps to create a highly engaged workforce. Plated lunch included. Dec. 19, 11:15am-1pm. Riverhouse on the Deschutes Convention Center, 3075 N. Highway 97, Bend.

Contact: 541-633-7163. info@cityclubco.org. $25/members, $45/non-members.

Bend Chamber Toastmasters Develop

and grow your public speaking and leadership skills, whether you’re an executive, stay-at-home parent, college student or retiree. Wednesdays, Noon-1pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend.

Bend “GO” Club Learn the ancient, abstract strategy game of “Go” in a group setting. Call Mike for more info. Sundays, 1-4pm. Market of Choice, 115 NW Sisemore St., Bend. Contact: 541-385-9198.

Bend Parkinson’s Support Group Monthly Meeting All are welcome to attend

the monthly meetings. Topics include physical therapy, anxiety, depression, research, medicine, resources and more. This month we will focus on the Cascade Insurance Center. No pre-registration needed. Dec. 18, 2-3:30pm.

Partners In Care/Suicide Bereavement, 2075 NE Wyatt Ct., Bend. Contact: 541-668-6599. carol@parkinsonsresources.org. Free.

Bend Parkinson’s Support Group Monthly Meeting People with Parkinson’s

Disease, spouses, family members, and friends are all welcome to attend the monthly meetings.

Topics include information on medications, Physical Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Parkinson’s research and sharing and caring with other

Call for Volunteers - Play with Parrots! Volunteers needed at Second Chance Bird

Bingo Blitz - Gift Wrapped Edition Bingo Blitz is Bend’s Best FUNdraiser. This is Bingo 2.0! Four rounds of high energy bingo stuffed with prizes & surprises, live entertainment, a half time show and always something extra!

Everyone who attends this week will receive a holiday gift. Family friendly. More details on the Facebook event page. Dec. 21, 10am-Noon. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-639-1730. dustin@dustinrileyevents.com. $5.

Caregiver Support Group Composed of family members and friends who are caring for loved ones and seeking additional support. Third Thursday of every month, 11am-Noon Through Dec. 19. Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village, 19800 SW Touchmark Way, Bend. Contact: 541-383-1414. Free.

Caregiver Support Group - Bend Senior Center Support groups create a safe, confiden-

tial, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also educate and inform participants about dementia and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. Third Thursday of every month, 5-6:30pm. Bend Senior Center, 1600 SE Reed Market Road, Bend. Contact: 800-272-3900. Free.

Caregiver Support Group - Community Presbyterian Church Support groups

create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also educate and inform participants about dementia and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems.

Third Wednesday of every month, 2-3:30pm.

Community Presbyterian Church, 529 NW 19th St., Redmond. Contact: 800-272-3900. Free.

Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. This is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life. Mondays, 6:30pm. Faith Christian Center, 1049 NE 11th St., Bend. | Tuesdays, 7pm. Redmond Assembly of God, 1865 W. Antler Ave., Redmond. | Thursdays, 6:30pm. High Lakes Christian Church, 52620 Day Road, La Pine. | Thursdays, 6:30pm. Westside Church, 2051 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend. | Fridays, 7pm. Redmond Christian Church, 536 SW 10th St., Redmond. Visit celebraterecovery.com for more info. Ongoing.

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Rescue! Friendly people needed to help socialize birds to ready for adoption, make toys, clean cages and make some new feathered friends! Do you play a musical instrument? Come and practice for the birds! Located past Cascade Lakes Distillery, call for hours and location. Contact: 916-956-2153.

Community Dinner Our dinners are the fourth Thursday of the month. You can make food, or be a server, or both! No experience is necessary. RSVP by emailing Leslie Koc at lesliekoc@gmail.com. Fourth Thursday of every month. Bethlehem Inn, 3705 N Hwy 97, Bend.

Contact: lesliekoc@gmail.com. Free.

Fences For Fido Help free dogs from

chains! We are seeking volunteers on Mondays 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. More info can be found at fencesforfido.org. Ongoing.

Happy Hour in the Garden We’ll be working out in the garden and invite anyone to come volunteer alongside us. Tasks vary, depending on the season. No experience necessary, gloves and tools provided. Bring a cup and enjoy some beer or kombucha from our Happy Hour in the Garden Beverage Sponsors. This event is family friendly, and you can drop in anytime. Tuesdays. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend.

Contact: denise@envirocenter.org. No cover.

group members. Feel free to contact Carol at: 541-668-6599 to find out more about the meetings. Third Wednesday of every month, 2-3:30pm.

Partners In Care, 2075 NE Wyatt Court, Bend.

Contact: 541-668-6599. Free.

Garden your heart out at The Environmental Center, every Tuesday - drop in anytime!

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A local foster-based dog rescue group who specializes in rescuing herding bred dogs from overcrowded shelters and situations of abuse and neglect. In need of foster families and volunteers to assist with monthly adoption events and fundraising efforts. Contact for details. Contact: volunteer@herduneededahome.com.

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Central Oregon for Warren Meeting

Come visit with us or join with us to spread the word about democratic candidate Elizabeth Warren! Dec. 19, 5:30-7:30pm. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond.

Contact: 541-617-7050. volunteers@co4warren.com. Free.

Central Oregon Homebrewers Organization A fun group of people, dedicated

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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., Bend.

Central Oregon Hub Bridge Club Central Oregon Hub Bridge Club, located at the Senior Center in Redmond, Oregon, will serve as a hub for Duplicate Bridge players in Sisters, Madras, Prineville, Bend, and Redmond. Open to all players, games will be stratified. Thursdays, 12:30-3:30pm. Redmond Senior Center, 325 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond. Contact: 541-516-8653.

COHBridge@bendbroadband.com. $5.

Central Oregon PubTalk EDCO’s Central Oregon PubTalk, held the fourth Thursday of the month, is a happy hour aimed at bringing together different facets of the business community in one place to network, share ideas and further local businesses. Fourth Thursday of every month, 5-7:30pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-388-3236. events@edcoinfo.com. $26-$36.

Citizens’ Climate Lobby Monthly Meeting Citizens Climate Lobby works to empower

citizens to connect with and influence members of Congress to implement climate solutions aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We are the Bend chapter. Come check us out! Wed, Dec. 18, 5:30-7:30pm. Round Table Clubhouse, 2940 N. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-389-5400. info@citizesnclimatebend.org. Free.

Coming To The Table Coming To The Table

is a national organization devoted to acknowledging and healing the wounds of racism rooted in the United States history of slavery. The CTTT approach involves uncovering history, making connections, working toward healing and taking action. Join a diverse community of supportive like-minded people committed to change.

Second and Fourth Monday of every month, 7-8:30pm. Bend Community Healing Center, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 133, Bend. Contact: 541-322-9642. Free.

Compassionate Communication / NVC Practice Groups Through practicing with

others, we can learn and grow using real-life experiences to become more compassionate with ourselves and others. Some NVC experience necessary. Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm, Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm and Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Center for Compassionate Living, 803 SW Industrial Way, #200, Bend. Free.

A Course in Miracles This is a course

in mind training. With practice you will see through the eyes of love instead of fear, learning forgiveness instead of judgement. Contact Lisa at 760-208-9097 or lmhauge4@gmail. com for location. Saturdays, 10:30am. Location TBA, Location TBA, Location TBA. Contact: 760-208-9097. lmhauge4@gmail.com. Free.

Edgar Cayce - A Search for God Study group of the ARE - an intelligent research into the individual spiritual entity. All denominations. Sundays, 12:30-2:30pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-900-3879. Free.

Emotions Anonymous EA provides a

warm and accepting group setting in which to share experiences without fear of criticism.

Through weekly support meetings, members discover they are not alone in their struggles. Wednesdays, 9:30am and Thursdays, 10:30am. First United Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St., Bend.

Garage Night The Pine Shed is the perfect place to talk shop, and tell all of your buddies about your winter projects! Come on down for a pint and be ready to share what you’ve been

Come talk shop and share your latest projects at Spoken Moto, Wednesdays from 6-8pm.

working on! Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Spoken Moto, 310 SW Industrial Way, Bend.

Grassroots Cribbage Club Newcomers

welcome. For info, call Sue. Mondays, 6-9pm.

Round Table Clubhouse, 2940 N. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-610-3717. ossz55@yahoo.com.

Italian Conversation Group Conversational Italian group in a relaxed atmosphere.

Saturdays, 9:45-11am. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend.

Japanese Group Lesson We offer group

lessons for both beginners and intermediate students for Japanese for all ages. Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Wabi Sabi, 143 SW Century Dr #120, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7205. $10.

Let’s Talk – Open Discussion on Life & Spirituality All views and questions welcomed

on the intersection of life and spirituality. Facilitated open discussion, not a debate, not looking for the “right” answer. A place to be heard and hear other’s journey and views on the reality of life and spirituality. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm. The Hughes’ Home, 4497 SW Salmon Place, Redmond. Contact: shughes79@gmail.com. Free.

Life after Birth Join a supportive community of pregnant and postpartum mothers in a space where it is safe to come as you are. Facilitated

by Dr. Wendy Hatcher, Psy.D, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in pregnancy and postpartum-related issues. Tuesdays, 2-3pm. St. Charles Center for Women’s Health, 340 NW 5th Street, Suite 101, Redmond. Contact: 541-526-6635. tlclay@stcharleshealthcare.org. Free.

Marijuana Anonymous Meeting Know

you need to quit, but can’t? Help is here. Share experience, strength, and hope with each other.

Thursdays, 7-8pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Northwest Wall Street, Bend.

Memory Care Support Group Join this

open discussion about caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia and share tips and stories about your experience. Light appetizers served. This event is open and there is no need to RSVP. Third Thursday of every month, 11am-Noon Through May 21. Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village, 19800 SW Touchmark Way, Bend. Contact: 541-383-1414. Free.

Mommy & Me Breastfeeding Support Group Calling all new moms and babies! Come

visit “Mommy and Me” for social hour and breastfeeding support. An International Breastfeeding Certified Lactation Consultant from St Charles will be there, as well as a myriad of volunteers and guest speakers. We have two locations: Redmond - Tuesdays, 12-2pm at the Center for Women’s Health and Bend - Thursdays, 1-3pm at Central Oregon Locavore See you there! Tuesdays, Noon-2pm and Thursdays, 1-3pm. Through Dec. 19. Various Locations, See event website for venue details, Central Oregon. Contact: 541-633-7388. info@centraloregonlocavore.org. Free.

Newcomers Club of Bend Monthly Luncheon Newcomers Club of Bend wel-

comes new and long time women residents of Central Oregon, presents a variety of fascinating programs and activities that inform, entertain and involve its members in the life of the community. Check our website: newcomersclubofbend.org to learn more. Payment due one week before luncheon. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 11am-1pm. Bend Golf & Country Club, 61045 Country Club Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-213-2115. ncob.president18@gmail.com. $25.

Oregon Lyme Disease Network, Bend Chapter Support Group Support group

month, 6pm. The Commons Cafe, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Contact: 503-803-2223. Free.

Spanish Club Spanish language study and

conversation group. All levels welcome. Call for more info. Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend.

Contact: 541-749-2010.

St. Charles Rehabilitation Center Stroke Support Group This is a support

group for stroke survivors as well as their families and friends. Please join the monthly meeting for support and education in an honest, open and supportive environment. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 3-4pm. Partners In Care, 2075 NE Wyatt Court, Bend. Contact: blwiese24@gmail.com.

Oregon Communicators Toastmasters Meeting Step out of your comfort zone

- enhance your leadership and communications skills in a friendly, supportive environment.

Attend in person or online. https://zoom. us/j/246410212. Meet and greet at 6:15pm.

Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. La Pine Community Health Center - Meeting Room, 51600 Huntington Road, La Pine. Contact: 541-408-7610. oregon.communicators.club@gmail.com. Free.

and educational meetings to take place once a month. Sometimes will be straight support talk, some meetings will have emphasis on education of a specific aspect of chronic illness. Please call Oregon Lyme Disease Network to register for meeting or ask questions about upcoming meetings. Third Thursday of every month, 4:30-6pm.

The Hive, 205 NW Franklin Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-321-6536. theresa@oregonlyme.com. Free.

Veterans’ Coffee Club Meet up with fellow vets for coffee, snacks, and conversation.

Cosponsored by Crook County Veteran Services.

Located at the south end of the main library.

Wednesdays, 9am-Noon. Crook County Library, 175 NW Meadow Lakes Drive, Prineville. Contact: 541-447-7978. library@crooklib.org. Free.

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting

with a Certified Nurse Midwife. Learn what makes midwifery unique to women’s health.

Our informative series will take place rain or shine, the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Sam Johnson Park. Meet at the large picnic shelter.

Bring water, a snack and lots of questions. Third Wednesday of every month, 12:15-12:45pm.

Sam Johnson Park, 521 SW 15th St., Redmond, Redmond. Contact: 541-526-6635. Free.

Mondays & Thursdays, Noon-1pm. Saturdays, 9:30am-11am. United Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St., Bend. | Wednesdays, 4-5pm. Redmond Senior Center, 325 NW Dogwood Ave., Redmond.

Ongoing. Contact: 541-306-6844.

Resist! Rally Weekly resistance protest,

the theme of the week changes. Contact Vocal Seniority or Indivisible Bend for more info. Bring your signs, bring your attitude—and we’ll bring the bullhorn! Contact info@thevocalseniority. org for more info. Tuesdays, 11:30am-12:30pm.

Peace Corner, Corner of NW Greenwood Avenue and NW Wall Street, Bend.

Socrates Cafe Conversations all welcome.

Contact John at 503-803-2223 with any questions. Second and Fourth Thursday of every

Walk with a Midwife-Redmond Stroll

Women’s Cancer Support Group For the newly diagnosed and survivors of cancer.

Call for info. Thursdays, 1-3pm. Mountain Laurel Lodge, 990 SW Yates Drive, Bend. Contact: Judy: 541-728-0767.

FAMILY & KIDS’ EVENTS

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Small neighborhood spot serving vegan comfort food.

Come for the vegan, stay for the flavor!

215 NW Hill Street Bend, Oregon 97703 541.383.5094 www.rootdownkitchen.com

Afternoon Pokemon Cards Drop off the kids and enjoy our beautiful West Side shopping district! We host players, learners, and traders at these weekly Pokemon card games, now in our beautiful new party nook.

All attendees supervised by highly skilled Poke-Masters to ensure fair play and fun!

Wednesdays, 2:30-4:30pm. Wabi Sabi, 143 SW Century Dr #120, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7205. wabisabibend@gmail.com. Free.

LEGO Block Party Kids plus a gazillion Legos? Fun - for all ages! Wed, Dec. 18, 2-3:30pm and Wed, Jan. 22, 2-3:30pm. East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend. Contact: 541-330-3760. Free.

Art Club Art Club is a unique after school

Little Artist Playgroup Nurture your little’s

Breakfast with Santa at the North Pole! Enjoy brunch at the Barn -

Mom & Baby Yoga Mothers with babies

program to develop one of the most valuable skills for life - creativity - for ages 5-11. Thursdays, 4-5:30pm. ARTdog Children’s Art Studio, 19570 Amber Meadow Drive, Suite 130, Bend.

which will be transformed into the North Pole for a final visit with Santa as he preps for his big day. A kids' craft table will be on hand for children to enjoy! Children 4 and under are free. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year over at Brasada! Sunday, Dec. 22, 9am1pm. The Barn at Brasada Ranch, 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Road, Bend. $28/adult, $14/ child. Contact: 541-526-6870.

Carolers: Music of the Season A partnership between the Salvation Army, the four Rotary Clubs of Bend and the Old Mill District, the Tree of Joy – located in SantaLand in the Old Mill District – was created to ensure that every child in Central Oregon experiences the joy of Christmas. Thu, Dec. 19, 7-8pm and Sat, Dec. 21, 3-4:30pm. Center Plaza at the Old Mill District, 475 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-312-0131.

Noelle@theoldmill.com. Free.

Carriage Rides at Black Butte Ranch

Each paid ride includes a voucher for hot cocoa or coffee at Lakeside Activity Center. Rides leave from Lakeside Activity Center and are NOT weather dependent. Reservations are guaranteed until 10 minutes prior to departure time. If you are not checked in your reservation may be cancelled. Kids under 5 free! Sat, Dec. 21, 11am-3pm, Mon, Dec. 23, 11am-3pm. Black Butte Ranch, 13899 Bishops Cap, Sisters.

Contact: 541-595-1252. $12.

every year since we opened!

Chanukah Celebration Each year,

on the first day of Chanukah, the Old Mill District hosts a community menorah lighting.

Everyone is invited to Center Plaza, where the ceremony will be presented by the Chabad of Central Oregon. Festivities include a chocolate coin drop, hot drinks and more! Dec. 22, 4-7pm.

Center Plaza at the Old Mill District, 475 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-312-0131.

Noelle@theoldmill.com. Free.

creativity. Ages 12-17 years. Thu, Dec. 12, 4pm and Wed, Dec. 18, 2pm. Sisters Public Library, 110 N Cedar St., Sisters. Contact: 541-312-1070. Free.

developing brain through rich sensory experiences and messy play during our drop-in class for ages 1.5Y-5. Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15am. ARTdog Children’s Art Studio, 19570 Amber Meadow Drive, Suite 130, Bend.

through early walkers are invited to stretch, strengthen, relax and have fun in a child friendly environment. Moms will focus on shoulder opening, easy yoga sequences and postnatal core-building while spending time bonding with their babies and connecting with fellow new moms. No experience necessary.

Tuesdays, Noon-1pm. Tula Movement Arts, 2797 NW Clearwater Drive, Suite 100, Bend. $17/drop-in.

Museum and Me: Father Christmas A quieter time for children and adults with physical, intellectual and/or social disabilities to enjoy the Museum after hours. Father Christmas will be on hand until 6pm to visit with attendees and take a photograph. Everyone welcome!

Dec. 21, 4-7pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free.

Paws to Read Reluctant reader? Have fun

reading with a dog. Ages 6-11 years. Registration is required. Thu, Dec. 5, 4pm, Thu, Dec. 19, 4pm and Thu, Jan. 2, 4pm. East Bend Public Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road, Bend. Contact: 541-330-3760. Free.

Santa Visits in Downtown Bend Visit with Santa at The Commons Plaza in Downtown Bend!

Sat, Dec. 21, Noon and Sat, Dec. 28, Noon. Downtown Bend, 869 NW Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-788-3628. downtownbend@gmail.com. Free.

SantaLand: “Celebrity Santa” is Back!

In the magical place called SantaLand, located this year in the space between REI and Grafletics, children can capture Santa’s ear with their hearts’ desires while our photographer captures the moment on film. Nov. 19-Dec. 23, 11am5pm and Fridays-Sundays, 11am-5pm. Through Dec. 23. Old Mill District SantaLand, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-312-0131.

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Teen Lab A weekly rotating series of activities.

See online calendar for full descriptions. Ages 12-17 years. Wed, Dec. 18, 3-4pm, Wed, Jan. 8, 3-4pm, Wed, Jan. 15, 3-4pm, Wed, Jan. 22, 3-4pm and Wed, Jan. 29, 3-4pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend.

Contact: 541-617-7087. Free.

Toddler Move + Make Join us for a morning of play including yoga poses, fun breathing exercises and art-making. Perfect for ages 1.5Y-5. *Please note you must register for this class ahead of time (no drop-ins). Thursdays, 9-9:45am. ARTdog Children’s Art Studio, 19570 Amber Meadow Drive, Suite 130, Bend.

Train Man’s 20th Year - All Aboard!

Meet Mike, the Train Man, and see his amazing toy trains. Fun for all ages. Thu, Dec. 19, 10am-1pm and 3-6pm, Fri, Dec. 20, 10am1pm and 3-5:45pm, Sat, Dec. 21, Noon-5pm, Sun, Dec. 22, 12-4:45pm and Mon, Dec. 23, 10am-1pm and 3-6pm. Downtown Bend Public Library, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-617-7097. Free.

Weekend Pokemon Cards We love it when you play Pokemon games and activities here! We have cards to borrow and professional Pokemasters to help keep the action fair. Third Saturday of the month we go an extra hour for our Tournament! Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Wabi Sabi, 143 SW Century Dr #120, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7205. wabisabibend@gmail.com. Free.

Winter Solstice Come join Bend Park and Recreation District for a Winter Solstice Event at The Pavilion. Come light up the season with a wonderful evening of ice skating, treats and twinkling lights to welcome in the winters delight! Please bring canned food to donate!

Dec. 20, 5:30-8:30pm. The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend. Contact: 541-389-7588. kristinc@bendparksandrec.org. $6.

Worthy Winter Wonderland Bring your family out to celebrate winter with live music, games, and festive food and drink. We will be raffling off a Strata branded Snoplank and releasing two specialty barrel aged beers! Dec. 26, Noon-9pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: 949-910-8570. music@worthybrewing.com. Free.

Youth/Adult Slackline This class will be a combination of basic poses, transitions, floor exercises, stamina drills and games. All ages and levels welcome. Class cards and memberships available. Tuesdays, 5-6pm. Tula Movement Arts, 2797 NW Clearwater Drive, Suite 100, Bend. $18/youth drop-in (17 and under), $20/adult drop-in.

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Service will feature a Christmas message from Pastor Nancy Green, the choir and communion.

All are welcome to the table and service. Please join us for a heart warming evening! Dec. 24, 9-10pm. Sunriver Christian Fellowship, 18143 Cottonwood Road, Sunriver. Contact: 541-593-1183. info@sunriverchristianfellowship.org. Free.

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Creative Story Time Bring your little for this unique story time in which we’ll read a different book each week, followed by an art-making experience inspired by the story. Perfect for ages 1.5Y-5. Wednesdays, 10-10:45am. ARTdog Children’s Art Studio, 19570 Amber Meadow Drive, Suite 130, Bend.

General Duffy’s Santa Land Saturday Bring your family to General Duffy’s 1st annual Santa Land Saturday! Parents and children can take photos with Santa, enjoy and explore our decorated wonderland and listen to live music!

Sat, Nov. 30, 11am, Sat, Dec. 7, 11am, Sat, Dec. 14, 11am and Sat, Dec. 21, 11am. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Avenue, Redmond. Contact: 541-527-4345. general.duffys. foodtrucks@gmail.com. Free.

Gingerbread Construction Build with graham crackers, win prizes for height and

Build your own gingerbread house at the Sisters Public Library, Wed., Dec. 18 at 2pm!

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Reducing the Yuletide Waste Stream Simple solutions for cutting consumption during the holidays

By Laurel Brauns

Gift Giving Even the most ecologically-minded holiday shopper may occasionally indulge in the guilty pleasure of buying kitchen gadgets or kitschy toys for close friends and partners. But one alternative to physical presents is giving the “gift of experience.” How about a snowshoeing or hiking adventure with Wanderlust Tours? Or a summer paddling trip with Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe?

Oregon Trail of Dreams offers sled dog tours at Mt. Bachelor led by the family of Rachael Scdoris, a world-renowned Iditarod athlete. The casual mountain biker might appreciate The Paulina Plunge, a downhill ride alongside waterfalls and natural waterslides.

Tickets to a show at the Tower Theatre may be a welcome surprise for a friend who loves to see professional national acts. The Tower Theatre is currently selling tickets for “Irish Rambling House,” an evening of Irish music

Bend Garbage & Recycling picks up wrapping paper, cardboard boxes and holiday cards and brings them to the local recycling center.

and culture, the “Yamato Drummers,” Japanese taiko performers, and “Black Violin,” a duo blending hip hop with classical music.

For the animal lover, the High Desert Museum has an “Adopt an Animal” program that supports a barn owl, a bald eagle, a river otter and many other creatures at the museum.

Foodie friends may fawn over a subscription to one of Bend’s many Community Supported Agriculture farms, which provide a season of fresh vegetables during the summer months.

Donations to local charities and nonprofits go over well with the friend who is constantly concerned with social issues. (And the Source makes it easy with the Central Oregon Give Guide and website, centraloregongives.com,

where you can choose to donate any amount you wish.)

Buying local is another great option to cut down on waste: not only does it keep money circulating in the community, but it reduces the cost of moving gifts across oceans, or from one side of the U.S. to another. If you missed “Craft-O: A Holiday Market” last weekend, stop in to The Workhouse, which showcases the work of 60 Oregon artists and craftspeople. Central Oregon Locavore has plenty of specialty food items and bath and body products that are locally and sustainably produced.

Cutting Down on Waste Who needs wrapping paper when you have back issues of the Source Weekly at your fingertips to present gifts in a way

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Fa La La La Food!

Americans waste up to 40% of their food, equaling an average of 400 pounds of food per person every year, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. With holiday parties, big dinners and impromptu get-togethers, it’s easy to buy too much and then throw most of it away. One way around this is to encourage party guests to bring their own containers to bring home the leftovers. If you still end up with a number of half-eaten dishes, pack them into smaller containers and freeze them for a ready-to-go meal.

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Giving the Gift of Art Supplies

which might be just what your exploratory artist needs. Layor is open from 10am-3pm on Christmas Eve. Brand new this year, Art & Music on 5th Street in Redmond carries a variety of art supplies, paints, brushes and paper, as well as new and used musical instruments and local art. Or, perhaps you could treat an artist to one of its Wine & Paint nights. Art & Music is open until 4pm on Christmas Eve, offering 10% off for first-time buyers.

Still not sure exactly what an artist needs? Both shops offer gift cards, which will let them choose for themselves.

Local art supply stores offer creative options for artistic gift-giving

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or those still pondering the best gift to get for the artists or creative people in their lives, here’s the answer: the gift of materials and supplies. All most artists want in life— and in gifts—is to be well equipped as they follow inspiration down whichever path it leads. Art supply stores are their outfitters, offering the tools and training they need, as well as the inspiration. Central Oregon has two great, locally owned options for purchasing art supplies and taking art

that that makes a statement about your incredible taste and the environment?

Also, think twice about buying gifts that come with lots of extra packaging. If you still end up with a pile of paper, ribbons and sparkly decorations after the present-opening festivities, sort through it for recycling. Paperboard packaging, cardboard, wrapping paper, holiday cards and most gift bags are picked up

by Bend Garbage & Recycling or accepted by Deschutes Recycling.

Instead of throwing the Christmas tree into the dumpster, old trees can be cut up and put in to yard debris bin or taken to Deschutes Recycling. Or better yet, have the local Boy Scouts recycle that tree. Those living within Bend city limits can leave trees near the road on Dec. 28 and 29 or Jan. 4 and 5 with a suggested $8 donation in a plastic bag attached to the tree. Four local troops have been hauling away trees since 1990 to raise money for Boy Scout trips including backpacking, sailing and campouts.

Treat the artist in your life with something from this art & music supply wall.

classes: Layor Art + Supply in Bend and Art & Music in Redmond.

Located on Wall Street in Bend, Layor Art + Supply has been serving local artists since 2016 with unique and high-end supplies at affordable prices. According

to manager Lori Stites, Layor is currently offering a Christmas special of 40% off art bins. Store staff use their expertise to help givers set up the perfect gift package for the artists in their lives. The store also offers a variety of art classes,

Layor Art+Supply

1000 NW Wall St., Suite 110, Bend layorart.com

Art & Music

232 SW 5th St., Redmond artandmusicllc.com

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is the season to shop and eat.

But are the holidays a carte blanche for throwing eco-consciousness to the wind? Consuming in the name of celebrating comes at a cost to the environment: According to the Environmental Protection Agency, American household waste increases by more than 25% from Thanksgiving to Christmas, adding an additional 1 million tons a week to landfills.

While some excess this time of year may feel inevitable, here are a few things you can do that could help you dream of sugar plums as opposed to climate apocalypse.

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WRAP Rethink about it! Be a recycling

elf during the holidays. Wrapping paper is recyclable, as are cardboard boxes, paperboard packaging and cards. Get the whole family to help you, and save what you like most to reuse next holiday. Check out the recycling tips on our website.

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A SPOTLIGHT ON THE PEOPLE OF CENTRAL OREGON

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A Community Thread: Travis Wiggins

A Community Thread: What concerns you about the state of the world and humanity? What gets under your skin and affects you personally?

Travis Wiggins: I like to think I generally have a pretty positive outlook, but I do feel a certain baseline level of stress and sorrow and mourning about things. One thing I think about a lot is the way that in our society—at least here in North America for someone of my age and of my background and of my privilege, basically—I’m concerned with how many choices we have. And how the world is your oyster is the common adage. And for most of my life I knew that to be true and I kind of thought that was a gift. And I think in many ways maybe it still is, but I think there’s another side to that coin that everything is out there for the taking. I feel less obligated to do a lot of

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they don’t really affect too many people beyond myself.

And I feel like some people, just the nature of who they are, get forced into a more consequential way of being. They have to engage with serious stuff on the daily because of how they were born. I’m lucky, in a sense, that that’s not me, but then it just sets me adrift on this easy path—this life of leisure. In a way, I’m lucky for it and I’m grateful. But I feel like now as I’m entering these middle years of my life, I’m interested in finding something with more purpose. Purpose hasn’t found me and wasn’t handed to me. That makes it sound like I’m a victim of my own reality, but I’m trying to find a way to be more essential.

I do feel that many people are experiencing that, and I think that that leads to a lot of what we see around us today. It manifests differently in different people. It might be some of that lostness or that lack of connection or that lack of accountability or that lack of tradition or respect—any number of things—that lack of something that

people are having that might be leading to school shootings and toxic commercialism and toxic sexism and all sorts of stuff like that. That’s the environment that I grew up in. Not calling foul on any of the people that raised me because that’s the environment that was around and they were coming into, as well. That is the relatively sad side of our current situation.

That’s our society right now and there’s a lot of opportunity there — in the freedom and in the choices. And, luckily, there’s a lot of really beautiful people with open hearts trying really hard to point their energy and their intention in ways that are just. But there’s also a lot of people that just don’t think about it. And that’s the general background noise, I think. That’s the sprawl and the trash everywhere. And then there’s the malignant side of it. This freedom, this choice, all this — it can go to a really extreme degree, as well.

You can read or listen to the entire interview at acommunitythread.com.

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things. I don’t feel particularly obliged... I don’t feel a duty to certain things due to this overwhelming sea of choice that I have in front of me. And I think that’s common among people of my age and my background and my privilege, being a younger, white, educated male. So, sometimes it seems like what that sea of choices turns into is it manifests in choices that maybe aren’t serving you or the world. It can turn into a life of excess or addiction or rampant consumerism or action unbound to any spirituality or any tradition or any lineage.

So, while I don’t feel particularly wrecked by any of those things, I feel like it’s affecting me nonetheless because sometimes it just feels like I’m humming along in this easily accessible, low-hanging-fruit, opportunistic fashion. Like, this is a super-easy groove. I can be rather passive. No one’s really attacking me emotionally or because of my education or color or religion or sex or sexual preferences or anything.

So, I’m just on this steady path. And the choices that I’m left with are often times rather easy and fun ones. Do I want to take up skiing or windsurfing this year? They’re things that don’t carry a lot of weight or consequence and

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“Sometimes it seems like what that sea of choices turns into is it manifests in choices that maybe aren’t serving you or the world.”

Father, husband, nurse and deep thinker

Joshua Langlais is a local photographer and the creator of A Community Thread, a project for which he interviews folks on the subject of community, its importance and how we function as individuals within it.

This is an excerpt from his interview with Travis Wiggins in October. Travis describes himself as a father, a husband, a nurse and a deep thinker.

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Eating Chinese on Christmas LITTLE BITES

By Cayla Clark

Two recipes inspired by the traditions of non-Christian Americans

By Ari Levaux

Gift and You Shall Receive Give to local food drives, toy drives and more for a chance to redeem some sweet holiday treats Dong Po Pork is a delight enjoyed, according to this writer, by Kosher Jewish people when they think no one is watching.

subtle recipe that doesn’t even have soy sauce, focusing the eater’s attention squarely on the vegetable itself.

But despite being simple, Elsa cautioned, it’s not necessarily recommended for civilians to try at home. “It needs a very high-temperature stove and a high-powered exhaust,” she said.

I’d heard her warnings before. And sure, she was right about the gooey oyster-and-bean-sprout omelet thing on the secret menu.

Still, I was glad to have at least tried that omelet and tested my limits, and I was ready to try qing chao stir fry. Following Elsa’s instructions, I did just that and inhaled my work. I made another batch quickly and easily. Gone.

I then went on a bit of a qing chao rampage, making it with any greens I could get my hands on, including spinach, bok choy and even peeled celery. It was fantastic every time I made it, with every green I tried, different types of broth, and every variation Elsa suggested.

The most interesting flavor comes from Sichuan peppercorns (no relation to black pepper). Known as huajiao in Mandarin, these pink seeds have an otherworldly tingly and piney taste that’s as much a feeling in your mouth as a flavor. Tossed in a mound of spinach, the Sichuan peppercorns give the arrangement a taste that’s hard to pin down and a look of mistletoe.

Qing Chao Spinach I leave spinach leaves whole, even big ones. Other greens (like bok choy) should be chopped or they will be too tough to chew through.

2 servings 1 tablespoon peanut oil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns (or substitute one clove minced garlic) 1 pound spinach

½ cup broth (chicken or clam) ½ cup rice wine ½ teaspoon white pepper Salt to taste Heat the oil on high in a wok or heavy pan. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the spinach, broth and wine, in that order. Stir it around quickly, cooking everything evenly. Add the white pepper. Stir fry 1 minute at high heat, so the sauce starts to thicken but doesn’t completely evaporate. Season with salt and serve.

Dong Po Pork Translates loosely to “What the Rabbi eats when traveling.” Don’t panic at the quantity of soy sauce and sugar.

Most of it stays in the braising liquid.

4 servings 1 pound pork belly, cut into square pieces, about 1 ½ inches on a side 1 bunch scallions, roots trimmed, cut into thirds 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, peeled and sliced lengthwise into thin sheets ½ teaspoon five spice powder 1 cup brown sugar 1 ¼ cup soy sauce 1 cup rice wine Optional: Sichuan chili peppers, or similar small, thin-skinned hotties Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the pork and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove and drain. Add the scallions, ginger, five spice, chili peppers (if using) and sugar to a clay pot or any pan that has a tight, heavy lid. Add the chunks of pork, skin sides down. Pour in the soy sauce and wine, and enough water to just cover the pork. Cook for two hours on low with the lid on, turning the pieces after an hour.

Thicken some gravy if you wish with cornstarch or simmering. Serve hot, drenched in the sauce.

Nickamed “What the rabbi eats while traveling,”

Thu., Dec. 19 - NPT Benefit The Commons Join three of Central Oregon’s hottest musical artists for an evening of song, benefitting the High Desert Food and Farm Alliance.

Bend locals Jess Ryan and Eric Leadbetter will be joined by Portland’s Patrick Connell. Live music from 7-9pm.

Thu., Dec. 19 - Ugly Sweater Christmas Bingo Cascade Lakes Brewing Company Throw on your ugliest Christmas sweater and head to Redmond. Bingo starts at 6:30pm! Cash prizes will be handed out to winning cards, and there will be a special prize awarded to the kid and the adult wearing the ugliest sweater. Half of proceeds will be donated to the BrightSide Animal Center.

Fri., Dec. 20 - Winter Solstice Celebration The Pavilion Join in celebrating the shortest day of the year and all that is winter! Festivities will take place from 5:30-8:30pm, including warming winter treats, family-friendly-fun and a special performance by the Bend Ice Figure Skating Club.

Ice skaters who bring canned food to donate to NeighborImpact will enjoy a $6 admission price complete with skate rental!

Sat., Dec. 21 - Bingo Blitz - Gift Wrapped Edition Worthy Brewing Four rounds of high-energy bingo played in 90 minutes. Participants are invited to arrive at 9:30am and enjoy a round of breakfast beverages; bingo starts at 10:30am. Proceeds go to The Worthy Garden Club, a 501c3 nonprofit.

Sat., Dec. 21 - Bend Beer Choir and Toy Drive Silver Moon Brewing Great beer, giving back and slightly intoxicated community sing-alongs. The “Beer Choir” is led by Jon Vevia, featuring live music played by his band, feauturing Christmas favorites and drinking songs. Bring a new and unwrapped gift for the Toys for Tots toy drive, and your first beer is $0.01!

Sat., Dec. 21 - Nicky Croon “Home for the Holidays”

Aspen Hall

The Yannariellos present Nicky Croon, singing all of your favorite holiday and Rat Pack songs! The show begins at 6:30pm, doors open at 6pm. Enjoy light appetizers and a paid bar as you dance the night away. Semi-formal attire is encouraged—get fancy with it! Bring canned food to contribute to the holiday food drive, benefitting The Giving Plate.

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he Jewish American tradition of eating Chinese food at Christmas is rooted in pragmatism and loneliness. In the mid-1900s, America’s two largest non-Christian immigrant populations shared the experience of watching the world grind to a standstill each December. Their friends and neighbors vanished into their extended families, leaving behind empty cities where everything was closed—except Chinese restaurants.

On a windy Christmas night in Albuquerque, I took a walk in the footsteps of my East Coast immigrant Jewish forefathers and took my two little boys out for Chinese food. My wife isn’t of the tribe, but works on Christmas like a good Jewish American, making it easier for observant coworkers to take the day off. Like the Chinese-food-eating trailblazers who started the tradition, we had nowhere to go, and not much else to do.

I was the restaurant critic of record for the local paper, and had been in every Chinese restaurant of note. I knew exactly where I wanted to go for Chinese Christmas: Budai, a strip mall gem by Interstate 25, set between a dollar store and an accountant’s office.

Budai is run by a Taiwanese-born couple who opened the restaurant because Hsia, the husband, was turned down for a job at Panda Express. In the dining room, wife Elsa cheerfully calls him “Panda Express Reject.”

Elsa helped us craft a meal in the spirit of our trailblazing Chinese-food-eating Jews, many of whom took advantage of the pleasures of those non-Kosher kitchens.

We ate mapo tofu, aka “grandma’s bean curd,” in honor of those Chinese-food-eating Jews who sought out pork on the sly. It doesn’t look like it has pork; just a plate of tofu with this really tasty, chunky sauce. We smacked down an order of dong po pork, pork belly chunks braised in a dark thin sauce, to commemorate those times when an errant forefather might have had the opportunity to dine alone and eat glorious pork in full view.

Before leaving Budai, we placed an order for my wife, a veggievore. Budai’s vegetable entrees include heaping oblong plates piled high with lightly seasoned Asian greens such as pea tips, sweet potato leaves and hollow heart spinach.

I reached out to Elsa recently in search of guidance for another Chinese Jewish-American Christmas.

Specifically, I wanted to know about greens cooked qing chao-style, which means “clear stir-fry.” It’s a simple,

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FOOD & DRINK EVENTS FOOD EVENTS Christmas Dinner at Currents Children 4 and under dine free! Reservations strongly suggested. Dec. 25, Noon. Currents at the Riverhouse, 3075 N. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-389-8810. rmoody@vestahospitality.com. $49/adults, $19/children.

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VegNet Potluck Join central Oregon’s veg community at our monthly vegan potlucks!

Socialize and learn about upcoming events.

Please join our Facebook group “VegNet Bend Group” and Meetup group “VegNet Bend.” Family-friendly event. Third Saturday of every month, 6-8pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Contact: info@vegnetbend.org. $2-$5 suggested donation.

BEER & DRINK EVENTS Beers and Brews Men, come shop for the

women in your life. Enjoy a beer while you shop and leave with your gift already wrapped! Dec. 19, 5-7pm. Eclectic Soul Athletics, 126 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-797-0119. Free.

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Bend Beer Choir and Toy Drive An event surrounding community engagement, craft beer, and great drinking songs. The best part? You are the choir! Led by Jon Vevia and his band! Bring an unwrapped, new gift for our toy drive and your first beer is $0.01! Dec. 21, 6:30-8:30pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-388-8331. info@silvermoonbrewing.com. Free.

Bonus Bingo with Sunriver Brewing A

special treat for our regular Bingo evening. Not only will you have a chance to win cash prizes playing with our December non-profit, Volunteers in Medicine, you will also have a chance to win swag from Sunriver Brewing while sipping on your choice of four different Sunriver brews! Wed, Dec. 4, 6pm, Wed, Dec. 11, 6pm and Wed, Dec. 18, 6pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend.

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Brewing for $4 beers and food specials from the food carts located out back at The Patio! Tuesdays, 3-9pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend. Contact: 541-97-BEVEL. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Localized Join us every Monday for LOCALIZED! Our weekly event celebrates everything local that we love. We’ll have $2 off our local Immersion beers, a specialty dish by Chef Danny from local farms and free live music. We also have local makers/artists/creators in the house showcasing their craft. Mondays, 6-8pm. Through Jan. 27.

Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend.

Contact: 541-633-7821. kate@imbrewing.com. Free.

Locals Day at Riff Whether you’re an

early bird or a night owl, join us Tuesdays for an all day local’s night. $2 off coffee, beer, cocktails, wine and shareable dishes. Tuesdays, 9am-8pm. Riff - Craft Food & Beverage Taproom, 555 NW Arizona Ave, Suite 30, Bend. Free.

Locals Night at Porter Brewing!

We offer a full menu of cask-conditioned ales, wine, cider and non-alcoholic beverages. The food truck will also be serving up some fantastic cuisine! Wednesdays, 4-7pm.

Porter Brewing, 611 NE Jackpine Ct #2, Redmond. Free.

Moms and Groms Moms, it’s simple. Show up with your grom(s) to socialize and drink a beer (or two) with other awesome Bend moms while the kiddos make new friends. All moms get $1 off drinks from 3-5pm. Call it a play date...with beer! *Dads welcome too. Wednesdays, 3-5pm. Boss Rambler Beer Club, 1009 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Free.

Palate Trip If you’ve ever wondered, “Where

can I sample craft beer and amazing wine in Bend, Oregon?” we’ve got the answer. Come on down to Newport Avenue Market and take your palate on a trip every Friday! Check our Friday morning timeline post each week to learn what brews and wines we’ll be tasting. Cheers!

Fridays, 3:30-5:30pm. Newport Avenue Market, 1121 NW Newport Ave., Bend.

Sunday Brunch The first of our weekly

Sunday brunches! Chef Matt is crafting up some delicious brunch specials for us. As always, we’ll have coffee and Gimme-mo-mosas to go along with your meal. Sundays, 10am-2pm.

Through Feb. 9. Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend. Contact: 541-385-3333. olga@cruxfermentation.com.

Taco Tuesdays Join us every Tuesday $2.50

tacos! With many different varieties to choose from that all pair well with our beers on tap!

Treat yourself to one of our three signature margaritas. Tuesdays, 4-10pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-388-8331. info@silvermoonbrewing.com.

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oliday gift guides are so ubiquitous this time of year the last thing you need is another listicle screaming at you to spend your hard-earned cash on the latest, greatest beer gadget. With only a few shopping days left in the holiday season, I thought it would be better to provide a DO NOT BUY guide for the beer lover in your life.

DO NOT BUY that pre-packaged set of plain beer glasses you find at any big box retailer. Chances are, if someone is enough of a beer lover that you thought about buying them a beer gift, they have plenty of glassware. Not many people need another plain, cheaply made 18-ounce “weizen” glass taking up shelf space. Instead, consider a single quality glass from a local brewery or even a vintage glass you find at a local thrift store.

Either option supports local businesses and helps reduce unwanted clutter.

Plus, the person may actually use it and think of you when they do.

DO NOT BUY any generic beer t-shirts, signs or refrigerator magnets with unfunny clichés or images. Sure, beer may help white people dance, but no one is wearing that t-shirt in public. Instead buy a shirt, hat, tin tacker or magnet from the beer lover’s favorite brewery.

DO NOT BUY any of those “beer bread” mixes or any other generic “beer” foodstuffs you find in sporting goods stores. Chances are that box of

beer bread mix will live in the back of your friend’s cupboard until they move again. Instead buy one of the many great beer cookbooks available—or better yet, a gift certificate to a great beer centric restaurant.

DO NOT BUY one of those plain brown glass growlers with some inane beer messaging on it. A growler can be a great gift if it’s full, but just as with glassware, an empty generic glass growler is going to sit on a shelf unused.

Buy instead one of the many styles of insulated stainless-steel growlers such as those made by Hydroflask or DrinkTanks. Insulated growlers make great gifts because they won’t break and can be used for more than beer.

Despite the onslaught of beer trinkets and gadgets available to holiday shoppers these days, the best gift you can give the beer lover in your life is... beer. Splurge on that wax-dipped bottle of barrel-aged imperial stout or that four-pack of local IPA or buy a gift card from a local brewery. Beer, like the holidays themselves, is about bringing people together and taking a moment to step back and enjoy the company of the people we love—not about pawning off cheaply made crap onto them. When it comes to gifts, it truly is the thought that counts, so when looking for that last minute gift for the beer lover in your life, don’t be afraid to put a little thought into it.

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21 BRIDGES: This is a throwback to those ’90s

cop movies that it doesn’t seem like they make anymore: one violent and dedicated cop hunting for bad guys across NYC before he loses their trail for good. Surprisingly fun and intense, with another solid star turn from Chadwick Boseman.

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JOJO RABBIT: A comedy about Nazis shouldn’t work. It should actually be offensive and kind of awful, but “Jojo Rabbit” not only works, it is one of the finest films of the year. Heartwarming, heartbreaking and hilarious all in the same scene, this is a stone cold classic. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, Odem Theater Pub

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like Tom Hanks has been building up to play Mr. Rogers for his entire life, so here we are and it’s just as bittersweet as one would imagine. Hanks is perfect, but the film is also much smarter and well-made than expected—and boy, this room is really dusty. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

THE AERONAUTS: A story about a balloon expedi-

tion in the mid-19th century sounds awesome, but are we really sure we like this Eddie Redmayne guy? I get it, he’s affable and seems like a sweetie, but he’s basically the Ed Sheeran of acting. He’s just a little too…something. Tin Pan Theater

BLACK CHRISTMAS: Yeah, they just remade this a few years ago, but is there ever really a bad time for slasher movies about masked killers picking off sorority girls? Actually, this one inverts the cliché and is one of the most surprisingly funny and feminist horror films of the last decade. An absolute blast. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX DARK WATERS: Mark Ruffalo is captivating as a

lawyer taking on DuPont for poisoning a small West Virginia town. This could have been a paintby-numbers procedural, but instead manages to be an intense and hypnotic look at corporate greed and the few people willing to stand against it. A fantastic film. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

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story from the director of “Logan,” starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale, is a pretty good pedigree and somehow the movie is even better than it sounds. Just a fun, old-fashioned movie about highly competent adults being awesome and going fast. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, Redmond Cinema

FROZEN 2: While not possessing the same charms as the original, “Frozen 2” is still another solid entry in the Disney canon. The songs aren’t quite as memorable, but holy heck, the animation is absolutely stunning to look at and Kristen Bell is a national treasure, so there’s still plenty to enjoy with realistic expectations.

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plaining that this is just more of the same and I’m like “yes, please. I’ll take three more please.” Kevin Hart does the greatest Danny Glover impression and Danny DeVito is a national treasure…what more do you need? There’s a scene with DeVito climbing down a ladder that made me snot laugh.

This movie is a delight. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, Sisters Movie House, Redmond Cinema

KNIVES OUT: “Clue” is one of the best movies

ever made and “Knives Out” makes it look basic.

With a perfect cast featuring Chris Evans, Jamie Lee Curtis, Daniel Craig and a dozen more, this movie will melt your brain and then rearrange the pieces incorrectly. A new classic. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, Odem Theater Pub

MIDWAY: A WWII action movie from the director of “Independence Day” and a bunch of other disaster movies? A cast featuring Woody Harrelson, Dennis Quaid AND a Jonas Brother?

Endless scenes of CGI planes dogfighting each other while inspirational music plays in the background? Shut up and take my money. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, Redmond CInema PLAYMOBIL: The Movie: This looks like a giant

rip-off of “The Lego Movie” except less desirable to look at. You know, kind of like the toys the movie is based on. Also, this features the voice of Adam Lambert who is a marketing ploy created by committee…not an actor. Avoid if at all possible. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

QUEEN & SLIM: Described as a black “Bonnie & Clyde,” this hauntingly beautiful film looks at two new lovebirds who kill a cop in self defense and go on the run. This flick is like a visual poem, creating elegiac imagery while telling a powerful and timely story. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX, RICHARD JEWELL: Look, Clint Eastwood made

another movie about Americans being picked on by the scary liberal media. Since this was his worst opening in 40 years, maybe people are finally tired of him disingenuously contorting facts to suit his agenda…something he likes to accuse others of doing. Old Mill Stadium 16 & IMAX

STREAMING THIS WEEK “NOS4A2” Based on the book by Stephen King’s son Joe Hill comes a mega-creepy story about vampiric child killers and a terrifying land where every day is Christmas. Much better than it has any right being, this will suck you in right away and not let you up for air even after an eight-hour binge.

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By Jared Rasic In Pod We Trust: My personal favorite podcast came to an end recently with the final episode of “Harmontown.” Obviously Dan Harmon is neck deep in writing “Rick and Morty” with Jeff and Spencer, who are getting ready to launch their own new podcast, but hearing those three men get drunk together while playing D&D and extolling the virtues of having extremely weird sex with stolen department store mannequins is something I will miss forever.

“10 Things That Scare Me” managed to set my nerves to rest this year. Anytime I felt the tingles of anxiety breathing down my neck, hearing a different person talk about what scares them helped bring a sense of solidarity to my life.

If sleep ever eludes me, “Walking” puts me out almost immediately. It’s just the sound of Jon Mooallem going on hikes in wooded areas. Leaves crunching, wind in the trees and water splashing against rocks. That’s all it is and it’s perfect.

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National treasure Natasha Lyonne starred in this year's excellent "Russian Doll."

“Earth Break” made me tune in every week to hear Jenny Slate take on the apocalypse. “Julie” broke my heart as I listened to the final days of Julie Yip-Williams after being diagnosed with fatal colon cancer. Whenever I felt withdrawn from the human race, “Love Me” made me reconnect. “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” never failed to make me laugh.

“Everything is Alive” made me look at inanimate objects through different eyes.

All these things are beautiful and changed my brain in interesting ways.

The only thing unchanged: I still don’t like Joe Rogan. Dude’s a dick.

Now Streaming I could write thousands of words talking about the shifting television landscape this year, but instead, I just wanna get into the fun stuff. There’s so much I didn’t have time to watch, but I’m happy to have seen what I did.

“The Mandalorian” managed to be consistently fun while adding texture

to the “Star Wars” universe. “Barry” improved on the first season by somehow becoming darker and funnier simultaneously. “Lodge 49” is pure joy and easily the best show no one is watching.

“The Good Place” stayed relevant and “You’re the Worst” became the most incisive show about depression ever made outside of “Bojack Horseman.”

The animated mind-stitcher “Undone” is a minor masterpiece and Billy Porter’s performance in “Pose” is my favorite of the year. I’m not sure I saw anything funnier than “What We Do in the Shadows” except for, obviously, “Fleabag,” which is my second favorite show of the year after the absolutely flawless “Russian Doll.” Super hero-wise, “Doom Patrol” melted my brain and “Watchmen” reminded me of why I fell in love with comics in the first place. Ugh, there’s just too much. It’s almost overwhelming, the amount of quality out there, but it’s a pretty good problem to have.

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can’t believe it’s been another year of writing for all you beautiful people. We’ve had our ups and downs, learned some valuable lessons and realized that the real treasure was the friends we made along the way. Our hearts were invaded by a Baby Yoda, our internet had deep fakes that were somehow more believable than real life and, somehow, Jeffery Epstein managed to transcend death and became a meme.

I listened to a lot of podcasts and watched even more television while still maintaining that movies are where my love really lies, but now that there’s so much media to consume from a staggering number of new platforms that the lines between cinema and everything else have blurred into a slurry.

I’m cool with it.

Next week we’ll look at my favorite films of the year but, right now, here are a few of my top podcasts and shows.

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welcome. Find the Redmond Oregon Running Klub on Facebook for weekly run details. Saturdays, 8am. City of Redmond, Redmond, Or., Redmond. Contact: rundanorun1985@gmail.com.

Rise and Run Early riser? This group is for you! FootZoner Colton Gale will leads this run. All paces are welcome; 3-5 mile routes will usually take advantage of snow-free and lit paths in the Old Mill. Tuesdays, 5am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: colton.gale@gmail.com. Free.

Saturday Coffee Run Wish you had a running posse to make your weekend run fly by?

Marla Hacker will facilitate this group, which welcomes all paces for a 3-5 mile run on Saturdays. Bring a few bucks for coffee at a local shop afterwards with your new running buddies! Saturdays, 9am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend.

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During the winter, we’ll typically run 3-5 miles down to the Old Mill and back. Bring a few bucks if you want to get a beer after! Wednesdays, 6pm. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend.

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this breathtaking walk up Pilot Butte. Stick around after the walk to learn how to use the pull-up bar station at the trail head for strength training and stretching. Tuesdays, 8-9am. Pilot Butte State Park, Pilot Butte State Park, Bend.

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or cross-country skiers, Meissner Sno-Park located along Century Drive offers an extensive venue for classic or skate skiing. While a trio of events take place at the sno-park throughout the season, this year a new race, happening Jan. 5, is also part of the action.

The management of the popular winter recreation site is a partnership between the Oregon Department of Transportation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Meissner Nordic Ski Club, formerly the Tumalo Langlauf Club.

“The club goes back to the mid ‘90s and was started by a number of prominent cross-country skiers such as Justin Wadsworth, J.D. Downing, Ben Husaby, Dick Scott and Scott Johnson,” said Steve Roti, MNSC President. Tumalo stood for Tumalo Mountain, and Langlauf is a German word meaning “long run,” often used to describe cross-country skiing.

One of the club’s initial ideas was to promote groomed skiing outside of the Mt. Bachelor area, creating a non-commercial, community ski area. Working with the USFS, the group obtained its first grooming permit in 1997. Prior to that, the Bend Park and Recreation District groomed trails on an irregular basis.

“The club decided to reorganize and rebrand, and in 2011 became the Meissner Nordic Ski Club,” said Roti.

In 2013, the club bought a PistenBully 100 grooming machine after successfully raising $115,000 and obtaining a $75,000 loan. “The club paid off the loan last year, so now we own that groomer free and clear,” added Roti.

Current grooming covers about 45 kilometers of trails and takes place five days a week between December 1 and March 31.

The sno-park itself was named in honor of Virginia Meissner, a Bendite who shared her passion for skiing with many Central Oregonians. “Every Wednesday, she’d take out alumni from her ski classes,

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and it was called the Wednesdays Group,” said Tim Gibbons, a longtime Central Oregon skier. “The current Wednesdays Trail is in memory of this group.”

“There’s something for everybody at Meissner,” said Roti—from beginner skiers all the way up to those training for ski racing, including local high school teams in Bend and Redmond, as well as the Bend Endurance Academy and future Olympians.

Local high school Nordic teams benefit from the groomed trails for two big reasons: proximity and cost. Teams don’t have to go farther up the road to Mt. Bachelor’s Nordic Area, or pay for trail permits on training days. “That extra 20 minutes of light for practice is invaluable,” said Dave Smullin, a coach for the Redmond Community High School Nordic Ski Club as well as the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation.

BEA, which runs an after-school ski program, also benefits from the club’s activities. “The use of the trails which Meissner Nordic grooms is invaluable,” said Ann Leitheiser, BEA Nordic program coordinator and development director. “We call Meissner our home for Nordic skiing and are so grateful to have these trails.”

For the general public, the MNSC hosts Nils Eddy

Learn to Ski Day on Dec. 22, the Luminaria Feb. 8 and a Waffle Feed in March, date TBD. “The Luminaria is by far the most popular event we put on,” said Roti. “We light up the trails with candles in paper bags and one of our volunteers builds a snow dragon at the Meissner Shelter.” Guests ski, snowshoe or walk the mile-and-ahalf up to the Meissner warming shelter on the one night when the groomed trail is shared by everyone.

The club is also hosting its inaugural “No Frills Tons O’ Fun Tour of Meissner,” a 33-kilometer classic race at Meissner on Sun., Jan 5. “I love classic style skiing and racing, and there are no long-distance classic races for citizen racers in the area anymore,” said Smullin, race coordinator.

“The other thing I wanted to do was hold an affordable race; we are only asking for a $15 donation.” Funds will be split between grooming at Meissner and the Oregon Interscholastic Ski Racing Association’s Nordic High School ski league, which will provide timing. Registration is open until January 2.

Run by a nine-member volunteer board, Meissner Nordic relies upon financial donations and fundraisers to meet its $50,000 annual budget. “We get roughly 20% of our operating funds from corporate sponsors and 60% from about 1000 annual supporters who are skiers,” said Roti. The remaining 20% comes from a donation box located next to the Meissner Lodge.

What’s better than spending the first day of the new year hiking with family and/or friends? Hiking with family and/ or friends for free—along with a guide to help show you what’s what. This is the ninth year that the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is offering free, guided First Day Hikes in state parks around the state.

Free guided hikes—and even some guided bike and water-related activities—are happening all over the state January 1, including a guided hike along the Rim and Rope-De-Dope trails at Smith Rock State Park, kayak tours at Cove Palisades State Park, disc golfing at Dexter Disc Golf Course, snowshoeing at Emigrant Springs or hiking at La Pine State Park, among lots of other choices.

Parking is free at state parks on Jan. 1, and space in each guided tour is limited, so participants need to register through the Oregon State Parks Store web page to take part in the guided tours.

The program is a partnership between OPRD and America’s State Parks, representing the National Association of State Park Directors.

Free First Day Hikes in Oregon Wed., Jan. 1 State parks across Oregon Register for guided tours at: oregonstateparks.org

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By Jim Anderson it up, held it up by the tail, and said, “By golly that’s a pocket gopher.”

“Yeah,” he said, “I wanna’ watch you do it.”

I was in a pickle, but the Osterizer blender was sitting right there on the counter, so I tossed the gopher in, put the cover on and hit the switch. Ker-zamm! Gopher guts, bones and hide were splattered all over the inside of the jar. And I thought I was going to lose mom; she went white in the face and just stood there staring at the mess.

I removed the cover, and with my finger scraped off some guts, meat and bone and offered it to the little tennis ball. The minute the goop got in the owl’s mouth it reached for more, and in a few minutes everything I could scrape off was in the owl.

“Well, that takes care of that,” my logger friend said, adding, “Let’s head for home,” and went out the back door. The last to leave was mom. She kept looking back at the Osterizer and then at me.

I asked her if she was worried about the blender and she immediately exclaimed, “Yes! How are you going to clean it?” I told her I’d do it in the morning with the orange juice, and she put her hand over her mouth and ran for the pickup.

I was into wildlife rehab—hawks and owls especially—but I knew nothing about animals that imprinted on their keepers. And that’s exactly what happened between that owl and me, who, by the way, I named, “Owl.” It stayed in a stick-and-straw-filled box on a shelf I built on the back porch and grew up there. I fed it in that location and it flew from that box on its own when it gained flight feathers. It stuck around and was there every morning and evening to be fed, and thanked me for very meal. I didn’t realize it, but it became my foster son.

When I was hired to be the staff naturalist at the Oregon Museum of Science

and Industry, Owl came with me. When I met and married Grant High School science teacher Harriet Randolph under the Big Pine on the Little Deschutes, Owl was my best man.

When Harriet presented me with first one son, Dean, and shortly thereafter another, Ross, Owl didn’t give a hoot, but became their official babysitter and household companion.

Owl lived in the mews on top of my garage, and I’d often forget to close the door. One day as I was passing by, I noticed he was perched on the roof looking down at me. Just as I was about to pick up the ladder to put him inside, he opened his mouth wide and began to slowly rotate his head back and forth.

I’d never seen that behavior before and was very alarmed. Then he spit up a pellet. I automatically caught it in my hand and one glance told me I had never fed that animal to him; it was angora fur.

“Oh, no,” I said again, and climbed up to the mews. Sure enough, over in the corner, under his padded perch laid a pile of angora fur. He had eaten my neighbor’s cat.

About a week later my neighbor came over and asked, “Hey, Jim. I haven’t seen my cat in a while. Have you seen him?” Not wanting to lie, I didn’t.

“Yeah,” I replied, “The last time I saw your cat he was over here for dinner.”

Owl was also my partner when I gave wildlife lectures and conducted nature programs in the many, many schools and auditoriums we visited over the over eight years we spent at OMSI. One of Owl’s favorite parts of those programs was flying around the room, auditorium, or whatever, and returning to land on my hand or microphone, where he would receive a delicious fresh-dead mouse, and

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then he’d thank me with a hoot over the microphone.

He had another stunt he loved when the auditorium had a balcony. He’d make a few laps beneath it, then zoom up over it, buzzing the audience. But instead of coming back to me on center stage, he’d perch on the railing in front of the balcony seats.

I’d say over the microphone. “Don’t look up! Please, don’t look up…but if you do keep your mouth shut!”

Sure enough, after perching on the rail for a moment, he’d raise himself up and let go a load of mutes on the people below then fly down to me amid the rioting laughter.

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“This Jim Anderson, the wildlife guy?” a gruff voice asked. I said it was, and the voice responded, “I’ve got a baby bird. What do I feed it?”

Obviously, I couldn’t answer that question without seeing the bird. “It looks like a tennis ball with a beak and big eyes,” the caller said, adding, “It was in a pile of sticks at the top of a tree I felled over here

by Prineville.”

Adding all that up I responded, “I think it’s probably a baby Great Horned Owl.” He asked again what to feed it.

I told him he had to get a gopher, chew it up and swallow it, then spit it back up and feed it to the owl. I won’t tell you what he said, but it was very colorful. Then he asked where I lived, and I told him.

His response surprised me, “Oh yeah, I know Dean and Lily. Dean and I logged together years ago and my wife knows Lily from her work with Tennessee Walkers.”

About an hour later a pickup rolled into the yard and I went out on the back porch to welcome the visitors. There was mom, dad and two kids. Dad was carrying a small box.

The back door led to the kitchen, and we all went in. I placed the box on the kitchen table, opened it and there was that tennis ball with yellow eyes and jet-black pupils.

“Hot dog,” I said, holding the owl up to see it better. “I was right, it is a baby Great Horned Owl.” “OK,” my visitor said, “now look in the box.” I did, and lo-and-behold, over in the corner was a dead gopher. I picked

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When somebody talks trash about you, it’s natural to want to respond. Unfortunately, sending this woman a “we need to talk” text will require a mediator with a Ouija board.

It does seem pretty rotten that your friend suddenly let his mom’s opinions of you offleash. However, consider that keeping a secret -- having information of interest to another person that you need to keep barricaded in a closet in your head -- is mentally and even physically stressful. Research increasingly finds that the body and mind are co-workers. (Action leads to emotion and emotion to action.)

In secret-keeping, holding back information causes psychological tension, which brings on physical tension -- which can make keeping the secret both figuratively and literally a pain in the neck.

Research on secrecy by psychologist Michael Slepian suggests that it isn’t concealing information but having a goal of concealing information that stresses us out. Unlike many other goals -- the kind you can complete and check off on your to-do list -- the goal to keep a secret has no endpoint. This turns keeping a secret into a sort of zombie goal, a goal that won’t die -- or, in researcher terms, “an outstanding intention.” This makes it more accessible in memory -- to the point where the mind tends to wander to it. And this mental reflux has some psychological costs: “The frequency of mind-wandering to secrets predicts lower well-being,” explains the Slepian team. “Thus, what seems to be harmful about secrecy is not having to conceal a secret but having to live with it and having it return to one’s thoughts.”

Other research, exploring willpower, finds that stress and “aversive” (feelbad) emotions like sadness diminish our ability for self-control. So, your friend, under the emotional stress of grieving his mom, maybe lacked the energy he normally had to keep his mom’s feelings stowed in the, uh, overhead compartment. Obviously, you’d prefer to unknow this info. However, if this guy generally isn’t unkind or insensitive, you might want to let this go -- especially considering the advantage you have over a lady who’s now living on somebody’s

mantel: “I will come find you and reduce you to ash! Oh. Wait.”

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I’m a 32-year-old woman, dating again after a five-year relationship. I’ve got some issues I’m working on. (I can get a little needy.) I’m getting all kinds of advice, from “be you!” to “play hard to get!” I guess acting unavailable works, but shouldn’t somebody like me for me, not because I’m out of reach?

—Sincere At fancy supermarkets, they try to sell you smoked salmon with a tiny sample on a cracker; they don’t slap you across the face with a giant fish: “LOVE MEEEEEE!” Amy Alkon In dating, there’s being a bit scarce, and there’s being somebody else. Scarce is good when you’re getting to know a person, leaving them wanting more as opposed to less.

Somebody else? Not so good.

What does it mean to “be yourself”?

It basically means not being emotionally manicured, being “authentic.” Clinical psychologist Lawrence Josephs and his colleagues explain romantic “authenticity” as a willingness to risk being emotionally vulnerable and a companion unwillingness to “act deceitfully” even when being honest comes with some costs. They, not surprisingly, find that being authentic in these ways leads to “better relational outcomes.”

If you aren’t yourself, somebody might be attracted to your fake front and then be bummed out and not really into you when it eventually falls off. Additionally, the researchers’ findings “suggest that individuals engaging in ‘being yourself’ dating behavior are generally preferred as dating partners over more game-playing individuals.” In fact, they find that men who are authentic seem to have a “special antipathy” toward “more game-playing” women.

But let’s say there are some things about you that are authentically not so great. Like, say you’re “a little needy.” You can tell somebody you tend to be needy.

That’s kind of brave and may lead somebody to admire your honesty. Of course, you should also get cracking on becoming more secure. (You might also tell a potential partner that you’re working on it, which emotionally healthy partners are likely to respect and admire.) The important thing is doing what it takes to not act all needypants, like by using diversionary tactics -- say, by repeatedly texting your BFF when you’re dying to text some new guy. Her phone goes off in a meeting. Her boss: “Why does some woman keep sending you pix of her boobs?”

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ASTROLOGY By Rob Brezsny GEMINI (May 21-June 20): 2020 can and should be a lyrically healing year for you. Here’s what I mean: Beauty and grace will be curative. The “medicine” you need will come to you via poetic and mellifluous experiences. With this in mind, I encourage you to seek out encounters with the following remedies. 1. Truth Whimsies 2. Curiosity Breakthroughs 3. Delight Gambles 4. Sacred Amusements 4. Redemptive Synchronicities 5. Surprise Ripenings 6. Gleeful Discoveries 7.

Epiphany Adventures 8. Enchantment Games 9.

Elegance Eruptions 10. Intimacy Angels 11. Playful Salvation 12. Luminosity Spells

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): “There are years

tury Italian metalworker Lorenzo Ghiberti worked for 28 years to turn the Doors of the Florence Baptistry into a massive work of art. He used bronze to create numerous scenes from the Bible. His fellow artist Michelangelo was so impressed that he said Ghiberti’s doors could have served as “The Gates of Paradise.” I offer Ghiberti as inspiration for your life in 2020, Capricorn. I think you’ll be capable of beginning a masterwork that could take quite some time to complete and serve as your very own “gate to paradise”: in other words, an engaging project and delightful accomplishment that will make you feel your life is eminently meaningful and worthwhile.

that ask questions and years that answer,” wrote author Zora Neale Hurston. According to my astrological analysis, Cancerian, 2020 is likely to be one of those years that asks questions, while 2021 will be a time when you’ll get rich and meaningful answers to the queries you’ll pose in 2020. To ensure that this plan works out for your maximum benefit, it’s essential that you formulate provocative questions in the coming months. At first, it’s fine if you generate too many. As the year progresses, you can whittle them down to the most ultimate and important questions. Get started!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’re wise to cultivate a degree of skepticism and even contrariness. Like all of us, your abilities to say NO to detrimental influences and to criticize bad things are key to your mental health. On the other hand, it’s a smart idea to keep checking yourself for irrelevant, gratuitous skepticism and contrariness. You have a sacred duty to maintain just the amount you need, but no more—even as you foster a vigorous reservoir of receptivity, optimism, and generosity. And guess what? 2020 will be an excellent time to make this one of your cornerstone habits.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Dante Alighieri (1265–1321) finished writing The Divine Comedy in 1320. Today it’s considered one of the supreme literary accomplishments in the Italian language and a classic of world literature. But no one ever read the entire work in the English language until 1802, when it was translated for the first time. Let’s invoke this as a metaphor for your life in the coming months, Pisces. According to my visions, a resource or influence that has previously been inaccessible to you will finally arrive in a form you can understand and use. Some wisdom that has been untranslatable or unreadable will at last be available.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The Roman Emperor Vespasian (9–79 AD) supervised the restoration of the Temple of Peace, the Temple of Claudius, and the Theater of Marcellus. He also built a huge statue of Apollo and the amphitheater now known as the Colosseum, whose magnificent ruins are still a major tourist attraction.

Vespasian also created a less majestic but quite practical wonder: Rome’s first public urinals. In accordance with astrological omens, I invite you Leos to be stimulated by his example in 2020. Be your usual magnificent self as you generate both inspiring beauty and earthy, pragmatic improvements.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Nazi Germany invaded and occupied Denmark during World War II. In 1943, Hitler ordered all Danish Jews to be arrested—a first step in his plan to send them to concentration camps. But the Danish resistance movement leapt into action and smuggled virtually all of them to safety via fishing boats bound for Sweden. As a result, 8,000+ Danish Jews survived the Holocaust. You may not have the opportunity to do anything quite as heroic in 2020, Aries. But I expect you will have chances to express a high order of practical idealism that could be among your noblest and most valiant efforts ever. Draw inspiration from the Danish resistance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Libra-born mystic poet Rumi (1207–1273) wrote that he searched for holy sustenance and divine inspiration in temples, churches, and mosques—but couldn’t find them there. The good news? Because of his disappointment, he was motivated to go on an inner quest— and ultimately found holy sustenance and divine inspiration in his own heart. I’ve got a strong feeling that you’ll have similar experiences in 2020, Libra.

Not on every occasion, but much of the time, you will discover the treasure you need and long for not in the outside world but rather in your own depths.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When she was 31, Taurus writer Charlotte Brontë finished writing her novel Jane Eyre. She guessed it would have a better chance of getting published if its author was thought to be a man. So she adopted the masculine pen name of Currer Bell and sent the manuscript unsolicited to a London publisher. Less than eight weeks later, her new book was in print. It quickly became a commercial success. I propose that we make Brontë one of your role models for 2020, Taurus. May she inspire you to be audacious in expressing yourself and confident in seeking the help you need to reach your goals. May she embolden you, too, to use ingenious stratagems to support your righteous cause.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Among his many accomplishments, Scorpio rapper Drake is an inventive rhymer. In his song “Diplomatic Immunity,” he rhymes “sacred temple” with “stencil.”

Brilliant! Other rhymes: “statistics” with “ballistics”; “Treaty of Versailles” with “no cease and desist in I”; and—my favorite—”Al Jazeera” (the Qatar-based news source) with “Shakira” (the Colombian singer). According to my analysis of the astrological omens in 2020, many of you Scorpios will have Drake-style skill at mixing and blending seemingly disparate elements. I bet you’ll also be good at connecting influences that belong together but have never been able to combine before.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian poet Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926) embodied a trait that many astrology textbooks suggest is common to the Sagittarian tribe: wanderlust. He was born in Prague but traveled widely throughout Europe and Russia. If there were a Guinness World Records’ category for “Time Spent as a Houseguest,” Rilke might hold it. There was a four-year period when he lived at fifty different addresses.

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Thursdays, Noon-1pm. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-317-3568. michelle@footzonebend.com. Free.

Vin/Yin Yoga Mondays-Thursdays, 3pm. First United Methodist Church, 680 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-420-1587. By donation.

Winter Solstice 108 Sun Salutations

Join us to practice the traditional 108 Sun Salutations to honor the Sun and its life! All proceeds benefit Namaspa Foundation. Dec. 21, 9:30-11am. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-550-8550. namaspayoga@gmail.com. Donation.

Winter Solstice at Sisters Community Labyrinth Bring a flashlight! If you’d like, bring a warm drink to sip around the fire pit. Kids?

Email to arrange a non-silent walk. Dec. 21, 4:30pm. Sisters Community Labyrinth, Highway 242 and W. Hood Avenue, Sisters. 503-997-0301. neworegonarts@gmail.com. Free.

Yoga An hour of yoga with Shawn Anzaldo.

BYO yoga mat. Thursdays, Noon-1pm. Princess Athletic, 945 NW Wall St., Suite 150, Bend. Free.

Yoga Flow w/ Childcare Tuesdays-Thurs-

days, 9:15-10:15am. Through Dec. 31. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $17/drop in. Class passes and memberships available.

Zen Discussion & Meditation A weekly

lay-led Dharma discussion and meditation (zazen). Open to all. Does not meet 12/24. For more info, contact Tom. Mondays, 6-8:30pm. St. Helen’s Hall - Trinity Episcopal, 231 NW Idaho St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-6651. Free.

Zumba and Coffee. Make new friends

with coffee social following class. Contact for location and information. Mondays, 9:3010:30am and Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am. Contact: 541-330-8180. Lcyetter@seanet.com. $5.

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YAC buffers and Sex Offenders Attorneys spar at county hearing WWW.BENDSOURCE.COM / DECEMBER 19, 2019 / BEND’S INDEPENDENT VOICE

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By Jeremy Dickman

I

n October, the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals decided that the Deschutes County Commissioners’ definition of a “youth activity center” amounted to an unreasonable restriction on marijuana farms. Since then, I have to admit I’ve been anxiously awaiting another Deschutes County Board meeting to put marijuana landuse on their agenda.

On Dec. 11, I got my wish. The Board re-heard a previously denied marijuana production application. Tommy Nehmzow, the applicant, earlier this year sought a land-use permit for his 1,800 square-foot farm to be located next to Sundance Meadows Ranch, a recreational time-share resort a few miles southeast of Bend on land zoned Exclusive Farm Use. The County denied Nehmzow’s application, declaring that Sundance Meadows was a YAC, requiring a 1,000foot buffer from any marijuana business. Nehmzow’s proposed farm is located well within 1,000 feet of Sundance Meadows’ property line.

Bend attorney Michael Hughes, representing Nehmzow, wasted no time in bringing up LUBA’s recent opinion on a prior Deschutes County marijuana farm application: the Waveseer opinion. He began by critiquing the Board’s broad definition of a YAC in its earlier decision.

“Nobody knows how to identify a youth activity center,” Hughes said. “The youth activity centers are not a permitted use, they’re not a conditional use, they’re not any identified use. We have no way of looking at the county’s records and seeing if they applied to be a youth activity center.”

For Liz Dickson, the attorney representing Sundance Meadows Ranch in its appeal of the Nehmzow application, the factual differences between the two cases were material. She claimed the numerous activities taking place on the Ranch’s property distinguished it from Waveseer, where the neighboring property had 4H activities.

Among the amenities available at Sundance Meadows Ranch, as listed by Dickson, are horse stables, employee house, campground, private air strip, dry sauna building, miniature golf, archery range and tennis court. These activities, permitted or not, should have alerted Nehmzow that he was “headed for trouble” while he researched the neighbors’ permits, Dickson claimed.

“It’s the responsibility of an applicant to search the public record and find out for themselves what is and isn’t permitted on surrounding properties,” Dickson said. “That’s on the applicant.”

In other words, Dickson argued that because Sundance Meadows Ranch had

filed for a permit for their swimming pool and riding stables at some point in the past 43 years, Nehmzow should’ve given up the ghost on his application.

Finally, Dickson trotted out a rather unfortunate “relevant legal precedent” in explaining to the Board where they could find more guidance in terms of how to define a “youth activity center” in their code.

“Though it seems radical, the only thing I could come up with are sex offenders,” she said. “Sex offenders are a risk to youth. The way we deal with sex offenders is keeping them separate from youth.”

Lest the audience presumed she was joking, she reassured that she was not.

“It’s analogous,” Dickson insisted.

“It’s similar.”

Allow me to riff off of a popular adage in the legal profession: When the law is not in your favor, you pound the facts. When the facts are not in your favor, you pound the law. When neither are in your favor, you pound the table.

And when pounding the table seems rude, bring up sex offenders.

As for Nehmzow’s attorney, both his opening statement and rebuttal statement toed the line of the Waveseer opinion.

“We can’t make up a new definition [of a YAC] right in the middle of a process,” said Hughes.

As for the “43 years’ worth of permits” that, according to Dickson and Sundance Meadows Ranch, should have been researched and rightly considered, Hughes appeared to struggle to stifle laughter.

“They’re all recreational permits.

They were not set up to provide youth services.” Indeed, it’s not often one sees a private air strip or a dry sauna off the highway and says “wow, what a place for the kiddos!”

Nehmzow’s application could still potentially hinge on other issues. Sundance Meadows Ranch appealed regarding Nehmzow’s odor-control device, waste storage and noise control. Neither attorney, however, spent much time on those details. That suggests that none of those issues will be a big factor.

It’s therefore difficult to imagine that the County will risk another remand from LUBA over YAC issues and deny Nehmzow’s application. As for the definition of a YAC, and whether any such facility can exist on EFU land and therefore prohibit a cannabis farm next door? Dickson was astute in predicting that this issue will be decided in the judicial courts of appeals. Dickson also wasn’t wrong about LUBA’s posture toward the Board, either.

“They thought you [the Board] were faking it,” Dickson said. “They thought you were just looking for a way to say ‘no.’”

I couldn’t agree more, counselor.

THE REC ROOM Crossword

“METAL BANDS”

By Brendan Emmett Quigley

Pearl’s Puzzle

Difficulty Level

★

We’re Local!

© Pearl Stark mathpuzzlesgames.com/quodoku

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

J U L E S

W H I M

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

“President Obama held a ceremony at the White House to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah.

In response, Republicans said, ‘It’s even worse than we thought. ______ a _______.’”

— Conan O’Brien

ANSWER TO LAST WEEK'S PUZZLES

ACROSS 1. SPOILER ALERT: They do Santa’s work 6. Irish watering hole 9. Winner’s take 14. St. Teresa’s home 15. São Paulo-to-Rio dir.

16. Shaped like a volcano 17. List of those working toward their Masters?

20. Avocado ___ 21. Pickling ingredient 22. Second-row window seat 23. Family name of “Vacation” movies 26. Make some ratings 28. Verizon CEO Vestberg 29. Germanic cry 30. Guy Fawkes representation, e.g.

33. Double-LP sleeve format 38. Nit to pick 39. Jewish grunt 40. “Ask me in a bit” 41. Flips out 43. Pizzeria best sellers 44. Poetical activity 45. Drummer’s job 46. Grille protector 50. Baptism V.I.P. 54. On the safe side when sailing 55. Noisy ruckus 57. Japanese pond critter 58. “12 Days of Christmas” gift, and hint to this puzzle’s theme 62. Christmas party, e.g.

63. Valuable stone 64. Often-swiped novel 65. Tennis star no matter how you look at her 66. Drink served at a 6-Across 67. They’re immediately after this clue

DOWN 1. Gog’s partner in Revelations 2. To have, in Paris 3. Frauds ___ Vanilli 4. Alien from Melmac 5. Vulcano of “Impractical Jokers” 6. They’re clutched by the mortified 7. Typed Ctrl-Z, say 8. “I’ve ___ thinking...”

9. Toxic compound banned since the 1970s 10. Dye job giveaway 11. Stunned 12. Round numbers?

13. Historical works involving Aegir and Bragi 18. Key material 19. Do something!

24. Uses UPS 25. Engage in fighting 27. Defeat definitively 29. Relaxed comment 30. Early bird?

31. Do teased with a pick 32. Ancient oath 33. Test with five subjects 34. Apostle’s belief 35. Like Claritin and Robitussin 36. Actress Greta of “Russian Doll” 37. Test administrators?: Abbr.

39. Jamie’s co-worker in Progressive ads 42. Hells Canyon home 43. Family vehicle 45. “La ___” (opera that starts on Christmas Eve) 46. Places to do crosswords, or maybe write poetry 47. Still kicking 48. Party hearty 49. Fashion’s Geoffrey 50. Austro-Hungarian logician Kurt 51. “Don’t remind me” 52. Fire up Insta, say 53. Box set components 56. 2018 Literature Nobelist Tokarczuk 59. Certain Mustangs 60. Hot color 61. Nigerian language

“I’m afraid that fulfilling my potential would really cut into my sitting around time.”

— Maria Bamford

47 VOLUME 23 ISSUE 51 / DECEMBER 19, 2019 / THE SOURCE WEEKLY

©2019 Brendan Emmett Quigley (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)

Questions, comments or suggestions for our local puzzle guru?

Email Pearl Stark at pearl@bendsource.com

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