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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: 4 - Opinion 5 - Mailbox 6 - News Out of Extreme Risk – With cases falling, Deschutes and nine other counties are set to move out of the Extreme Risk category.

10 - Feature Black in Bend – A class of high schoolers in Bend interviewed local people of color for an assignment titled “Power and Privilege.” In honor of Black History Month, we’re featuring some of those interviews this week.

12 - Sound 13 - Source Picks 14 - Calendar 17 - Culture Zombie Attack! – A new virtual reality arena just opened in Bend. We checked it out.

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I can’t lie: Seeing case numbers drop sharply and hearing that Gov. Kate Brown had relaxed restrictions on Deschutes County starting this week was some of the most welcome news I’ve received in a long while.

And since we’re the Source Weekly, home to a staff that loves to revel in all the food, music, culture and outdoor entertainment there is to offer in Central Oregon, there may have been some club-worthy dancing going on when we first read the governor’s press release. This virus has done a number on each of us in many ways… and while we’re not able to declare victory and to return to life as it was in the before-times, these milestones definitely are cause for a little club-worthy dancing. Until we can dance in clubs again, and I and my staff can fill the Source Weekly calendar with so many fun “Picks” that you’ll be hard pressed to keep up, we’ll embrace these little milestones. Here’s to your health, Central Oregon!

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his week, people in Deschutes County got word that the county would move from the Extreme Risk category to the High Risk one—allowing for more relaxed restrictions and once again allowing restaurants to serve indoors in a limited capacity. This is welcome news, and with rapidly declining COVID-19 case numbers statewide, it puts Oregon on a trajectory to hopefully put this virus behind us.

But we are reminded that the physical effects of the virus are only one category of ill effects we have to contend with.

The other social and mental effects may linger much longer and will be costly.

It doesn’t take an overly astute person to realize, anecdotally, that during this pandemic, people are not all right.

Catch up with friends who, like most of us, have been largely sequestered away over the course of this past year and you’re very likely to hear someone admit that they’re increasingly depressed, withdrawn, despondent, discouraged, socially inept or just plain sick of it all. We’ve known this from anecdotal evidence for quite some time: Isolation is having an incredibly negative effect on us, perhaps more than we have yet realized.

And even while that isolation has been ordered in the hopes of seeing more people survive the COVID-19 virus, we did not know—and still don’t fully know— what the longer-term effects of all of this will be. Except, now that it’s been a year, data are beginning to come out that give us some hints.

As an example, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office recently released its Annual Agency Activity Report for 2020, which reveals trends from one year to the next. Some of the more striking numbers: mental health calls went up significantly, from 793 mental health calls in 2019 to 910 in 2020. This is just for the wider county and does not include those from Bend Police. Meanwhile, overall calls for service went down, from 74,580 in 2019 to 66,491 in 2020—perhaps at least in part due to fewer tourists in our midst over the course of this year—but at the same time, 911 calls rose 16% in 2020,

from 7,603 in 2019 to 9,143 in 2020. While the report does not go into detail, by the numbers, COVID is having an impact on people’s mental health. Meanwhile, the number of concealed-carry permits issued in 2020 outnumber 2019’s by nearly 300 in Deschutes County.

Other numbers from the Oregon Department of Education show that BendLa Pine Schools, the fifth-largest school district in Oregon, lost the second-most number of enrolled students this school year, among the top 10 districts in the state. ODE’s Fall Membership Report, released Feb. 4, showed that enrollment in public schools across the state was down 3.7% for the 2020-21 school year compared to 2019-20. BLPS, with roughly 17,500 students, saw an enrollment decline of 5.9%, second only to Tigard-Tualatin, which saw a 6% decline in enrollment.

We’d like to chalk up that big decline in numbers in one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S only to the fact that so many of Bend’s privileged families have moved over to private schools— but that’s the easy route. Indeed, many of us know, anecdotally, of that family who is now sending their kids to a private school, where doors have been open and school in regular session since the fall. But also baked into those numbers are some of the kids who we don’t often hear about—those kids whose families haven’t been able to provide the time or the internet access or the equipment to make comprehensive distance learning a viable option. Bend does have more than its fair share of privilege—but it’s on behalf of those kids we don’t hear about that we have advocated for school re-openings that are only now beginning to see full fruition in our area.

Numbers help us get a read on where the less privileged stand in our community. It can be difficult to ascertain from anecdotes how we are doing as a whole.

It is reports like these that require reassessment of how we respond in a pandemic, and what we need to do next to ensure the continuing fallout from this virus isn’t exacerbated by moving too slowly to address these concerns.

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Letters

I was born in Missoula, MT at the confluence of two wild rivers, the Bitterroot and the Clark Fork, which imprinted their beauty on me at an early age. As a child, my mother taught me to fly fish on the banks of the Gallatin River. These early experiences on wild rivers inspired me to get degrees in Aquatic Biology and Marine Ecology, which led me to a career in freshwater and marine systems, as well as stormwater management, in four western states including Alaska.

I currently live on the rim of the Deschutes River, which I often refer to as the “prettiest irrigation ditch in the world.” Watching this river shrink down to mudflats each winter motivated me to get involved with the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, an incredibly hardworking organization that I’ve been honored to serve on the board of for over 20 years. Watershed Council staff educate hundreds of school-aged kids in Central Oregon each year about the importance of free-flowing rivers and creeks, and have devoted years of time and effort to restoring degraded reaches of Whychus Creek.

Tributaries like Whychus Creek are the saving grace of heavily manipulated rivers like the Deschutes. Because the creek’s lower reaches are spring fed, it pumps cold and clean water into the river, which helps keep river temperatures down. It provides excellent habitat for native redband trout, which depend on smaller streams to spawn and rear young, and is already becoming a promising location for salmon and steelhead restoration. Protecting and restoring streams like Whychus Creek is absolutely critical if we hope to restore important native fish back into the Deschutes Watershed.

For all these reasons, I’ve eagerly observed the Watershed Council and partner organizations’ work over the years to restore flows and improve habitat along Whychus Creek. It’s encouraging to see the creek be restored to its natural state, and to watch populations of

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native fish return as the work progresses. Tributaries like Whychus Creek are one answer to the question, “What do we need to do to ensure we still have native fish runs in a climate-changed future?”

But to ensure they’re still around when we need them, they need to be protected.

Whychus is one of many waterways that needs and deserves to be safeguarded for the future, which is why I strongly support Senator Wyden’s efforts to grant Wild and Scenic status to more rivers and streams in Oregon.

—Joanne Richter

OREGON FOUND A WAY TO “TAX” YOUR STIMULUS MONEY AND MAKE MONEY ON RELIEF PAYMENTS

Don’t believe Oregon won’t tax the two rounds of relief stimulus money you received. If you itemize deductions on Oregon state taxes, Oregon will take 8.75% of that money when you file taxes.

When itemizing deductions on Oregon’s tax return, Oregon law allows a subtraction (deduction) of federal income taxes from Oregon income. Individuals can deduct up to $3,475, and joint filers can deduct up to $6,950, depending on the filers’ 2020 federal tax bill. If you received stimulus money, Oregon requires you to reduce the amount deducted for federal taxes by the amount of stimulus money received. Effectively, your Oregon income is increased by the amount of the stimulus money received, and an additional 8.75% of that money will go to Oregon.

Why? According to the Oregon Department of Revenue, it’s because the federal government didn’t send the money as income; they called it an “advanced tax credit” to keep it from being considered income and taxed on the federal side. Oregon used that wording to claim the “credit” reduced your federal tax liability, effectively increasing your Oregon income bottom line. Furthermore, it’s not even equally “taxed.” Only those who itemize get hit with this!

So, get ready family of four homeowners who lost income this year and used the money to keep up with the mortgage. Your

Oregon tax bill could go up as much as $506.

This money was never intended to increase taxes. Shame on Oregon!

—Virginia Mayhill

UNITY

Joe Biden has repeatedly spoken of the need for unity. What was unclear, however, was the real object of said unity. Most patriotic Americans desire to be united as a nation and governed by a democratic process that resolves policy differences through bi-partisan negotiation and compromise legislation, rather than with partisan attacks, demonstrations, investigations.

So how does the impeachment of an ex-president, for whom almost half the nation voted, promote an amicable legislative process and Biden’s call for unity?

(Such unjustified hatred and vilification of a former President by the opposition I have never seen in my lifetime.) Does this unnecessary action square with Biden’s statement that he wanted to be the President of everyone and not just Democrats or Republicans? Do his forty plus Executive Actions, most of which undo or undermine policies enacted under President Trump, promote unity? Many of those policies, such as border control and protection of the unborn were popular with, and desired by, those who voted him into office in 2016.

Also, how do Biden’s occasional, disparaging remarks about the previous President or his policies promote unity?

Since Biden’s actions are inconsistent with his call for unity, one must ask about the rationale behind them. I think one can easily conclude that they are partisan actions meant to satisfy the demands

of his radical, Democrat base, which thus becomes unified. Beyond that, don’t expect any more unity – unless the Republicans decide to conform to the legislative demands of Biden, Schumer and Pelosi.

—James Strelchun

DONNIE BOY’S IMPEACHMENT

The Republicans are saying Donnie Boy can’t be impeached because he is no longer in office and is now a private citizen. Simple, just arrest and charge him with inciting a riot. My bet, the Republicans would then scream, “but it happened when he was in office and therefore can’t be arrested now!” They will continue to stand by their cult leader.

—Ronelle Dietsch

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Pilots and passengers crash-land in the classroom, with continued COVID detours

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wo weeks into the highly anticipated Central Oregon school reopening (for younger grades) and many are assessing the merits of education exclusively through virtual WebEx lessons versus a part-time classroom experience. Students in grades K-3 in Bend-La Pine Schools returned Jan. 25, with grades 4 and 5 going two days a week starting a week later. Starting Feb. 8, middle and high schoolers in Bend, Sunriver and La Pine returned two days a week as well.

“Asking a teacher if they’d prefer to teach via Zoom or be in the classroom is a lot like asking Willie Nelson if he’d rather do Farm Aid via Zoom or live, in concert,” said Steve Remer, an audio-visual instructor at Pacific Crest Middle School. “The answer is pretty obvious.”

At least some Bend children feel the same. After revving their engines at the back-to-school starting line since fall 2020, students are plugging back into classroom life these last weeks with fervor and eagerness. It makes one wonder if Coronavirus restrictions weren’t just a part of an elaborate national plot to make youngsters appreciate the education system.

There’s the old adage, “When I was your age I used to walk barefoot, uphill both ways, 10 miles in the snow on broken glass to get to school.” Reverse psychology much?

move to a hybrid in-person model— with options for students to remain in distance learning or online education if their families chose to do so. Some have chosen to remain in online learning out of concern for family members with health conditions; others are waiting for the COVID-19 vaccine to be more widely distributed.

At Pacific Crest, Remer is beyond stoked to connect with his students again‚ but he also feels mixed emotions about earlier classroom closures. After making it these many months without getting sick—including sacrifices like not seeing his widowed mother in the last year—Remer reflects, “I think there are a lot of teachers that felt pretty blindsided by the Governor’s announcement that the state metrics for schools were ‘optional’ and the subsequent announcement by the school district that we were going back in before teachers received the vaccine.”

Over the Jan. 24-25 weekend—just before younger students’ return to classrooms—over 3,000 educators and school staff in Central Oregon received their first doses of the vaccine at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, a spokesperson for St. Charles Health System told the Source. BLPS has since opted to keep classrooms closed on Feb. 12, to allow staff the opportunity to get the second dose.

“Asking a teacher if they’d prefer to teach via Zoom or be in the classroom is a lot like asking Willie Nelson if he’d rather do Farm Aid via Zoom or live, in concert.”

—Steven Remer Academic conspiracy theories notwithstanding, the Oregon Department of Education’s Ready Schools, Safe Learners, Guidance for School Year 2020-2021 kicked off the mid-winter back-to-school effort, stating, “...every public school will work under the direction of the school district to develop an Operational Blueprint for Reentry that meets the requirements outlined... while tailoring their approach for their own students, staff, and community.”

Previously, the state released strict COVID-19 eligibility health metrics that dictated whether returning to in-person instruction would occur. After much back and forth, Gov. Kate Brown announced in late December that those metrics would instead be advisory, at which point BLPS district opted to

We talked to Remer after he’d received his first dose of the vaccine.

“It definitely feels like a weight is lifted a little bit, entering the school filled with kids knowing that I have at least had my first shot.”

Remer also echoes reopening concerns shared by others in the community at large.

“There are teachers out there that had to take a leave of absence because it wasn’t safe for them to be in this [the teaching] environment,” he said. “There are families and students that didn’t feel safe enough to come back and had to choose an online option. There are families of students back in school (and everyone else) out there that have not yet received their vaccine. Since the decision is to go forward full steam, my

Shanti O’Connor

After months of sequester, Bear Creek Elementary students Nolan and Kia O’Connor are socially motivated and stoked to be back in the classroom.

“Kids are physical, and the kinetic, hope is that we can do this school thing as safely as possible, which can ulti- tactile energy helps them engage and mately help the community as a whole.” learn,” notes O’Connor, a psychology major and therapist by trade. “This is a Re-entry from the family viewpoint conundrum when attempting to learn For students, back to school at Bear through a screen.”

Meanwhile, O’Connor’s daughter Kia Creek Elementary includes masks and sitting 6 feet apart. Mother of two said, “I am happy to go back to school Shanti O’Connor said both her son and because I get to meet new friends.” daughter, Nolan (4th grade) and Kia (1st She’s less excited about all the work she grade) are pleased as punch to be back has to do, but is clear that she prefers learning at school over online. to the schoolhouse grind.

“I was worried about the protocol and how it would affect the kids,” admits The social component of school Remer of Pacific Crest concurs with O’Connor. “But they go to an awesome school and Bear Creek made it really the family’s observations about the easy. My kids don’t seem to be impact- undeniable, all-important social compoed by the regulations like I thought they nent of school.

“I believe the distance learning modwould be. They are so resilient.”

As a 4th grader, Nolan’s week involves el we’ve been in for the past 11 months two full days in the classroom and two has been hard for everybody: teachdays of school at home. When school ers, parents, and especially students. was only at home, O’Connor said her School is about so much more than just son was often bored after finishing content. It’s a big part of a kid’s develassignments at lightning speed. The lack opment, socially as a human. Almost of social interaction with his peers left every student of mine that I talk to is super psyched to be back in school. him depressed, his mom related.

Although these issues are still pres- Hopefully that will keep them on their ent on days he isn’t in the classroom, best behavior—ha!”

Even so, there are a few things Remer two days a week he seems totally happy to wear the mask, sit 6 feet apart and get said he’ll miss. Capturing the true to see his friends, O’Connor said. When essence of Bend professional life, Remer he finishes assignments early inside the said the best part of teaching from home classroom, he can be a helper, read quiet- was, “that I didn’t have to worry about ly on his own or start a new assignment. ironing my clothes before work!”

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Noticias en Español El regreso a la escuela para los alumnos de las escuelas de Bend-La Pine.

Por K.M. Collins Traducido por Jéssica Sánchez-Millar de elegibilidad con respecto al COVID-19 que dictaban si se llevaría a cabo el regreso a escuela en persona. Después de mucho ir y venir, la gobernadora Kate Brown anunció a finales de diciembre que esos parámetros serian consultivos, al punto que el distrito escolar de las escuelas de Bend-La Pine optó por pasar a un modelo de aprendizaje híbrido en persona—con opciones para los estudiantes de quedarse en el aprendizaje a distancia o en línea si es que así lo querían sus familias.

Algunos han optado por permanecer en el aprendizaje en línea debido a la preocupación de salud de algunos miembros de familia, otros esperan a que la vacuna contra el COVID sea distribuida ampliamente.

En Pacific Crest, Remer comentó, “Creo que hay bastantes maestros que se sintieron muy perdidos por el anuncio de la gobernadora de que los parámetros estatales para las escuelas eran ‘opcionales’ y el anuncio posterior del distrito escolar de que íbamos a regresar antes de que los maestros recibieran la vacuna.”

El fin de semana del 24-25 de enero—justo antes del regreso de los alumnos más jóvenes al salón de clases, más de 3,000 educadores y personal de las escuelas de la zona centro de Oregon recibieron su primer vacuna en los terrenos de la feria y centro de exposiciones del condado de Deschutes, le comentó a the Source un vocero para el sistema de salud de St. Charles. Desde entonces, las escuelas de Bend-La Pine han optado por mantener las aulas cerradas el 12 de febrero, para así darle la oportunidad al personal de recibir la segunda dosis.

Dijo que “Hay maestros que tuvieron que tomar una baja porque no era seguro para ellos estar en este ambiente (de enseñanza). Hay familias y estudiantes que no se sienten lo suficientemente seguros para regresar y tuvieron que optar por la opción en línea. Hay familias de alumnos que regresaron a la escuela (y todos los demás) que todavía no han recibido la vacuna. Ya que la decisión es seguir adelante, espero que podamos llevar a cabo esto de la escuela de la manera más segura posible, lo

cual a fin de cuentas puede ayudar a toda la comunidad.

Reingreso desde un punto de vista familiar Para los alumnos, el regreso a la escuela primaria Bear Creek incluye el uso del cubrebocas y sentarse a 6 pies de distancia. Santi O’Connor, madre de dos alumnos, dijo que su hijo e hija, Nolan (de 4° año) y Kia (de 1°) están contentos de regresar a la rutina diaria de la escuela.

“Estaba preocupada de los protocolos y de cómo afectan a los niños,” admitió O’Connor. Pero van a una muy buena escuela y Bear Creek hizo fácil el proceso. No se ve que mis hijos hayan sido afectados por los reglamentos de la forma en que pensé. Son muy resistentes.”

“Los niños son físicos y la energía cinética y tangible les ayuda a participar y aprender”, señaló O’connor, una persona con una licenciatura en psicología y terapeuta de profesión. “Esto es una interrogante al intentar aprender por medio de una pantalla.”

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dos semanas de la tan esperada reapertura de las escuelas en la zona centro de Oregon (para los grados más bajos), muchos están evaluando los méritos de educación exclusivamente por medio de las clases virtuales de WebEx, en comparación con la experiencia en el salón de clases por la mitad del tiempo escolar.

Los alumnos en los grados K-3 de las escuelas de Bend-La Pine, regresaron el 25 de enero, y los alumnos de 4° y 5° grado comenzaron ir a la escuela dos días por semana una semana después.

A partir del 8 de febrero, los alumnos de secundaria (middle school) y preparatoria (high school) de Bend, Sunriver y La Pine también regresaron a la escuela dos días por semana.

“El preguntarle al maestro si prefieren dar clases vía Zoom o en el salón de clases es como preguntarle a Willie Nelson si prefiere hacer el concierto de Farm Aid via Zoom o en vivo”, comentó Steve Remer, un profesor de audiovisual de la escuela secundaria Pacific Crest.

“La respuesta es muy obvia.”

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By Nicole Vulcan start to see more businesses open up and Oregonians being able to get out a bit more.

“It’s also incredibly important that we continue to remain vigilant and protect our neighbors and loved ones as we face virulent new strains of COVID-19.

This means continuing to wear masks, keep our physical distance, and avoid indoor gatherings. If we want to keep businesses open, reopen schools for in-person instruction, and stay safe, we must keep up our guard. Until vaccines are more widely available, case counts could go back up if we don’t keep following safety measures.”

Following Tuesday’s announcement, the Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association, which has been a critic of Brown’s strict closure restrictions, released a statement.

“Today’s announcement represents a significant step in the right direction,” said Jason Brandt, president & CEO of ORLA. “It’s our job to make sure the Governor’s Office and Oregon’s Legislators understand what we think will happen next because of today’s news.

Top on the list are the challenges facing small businesses attempting to manage two weeks of operational certainty at a time which includes finding workers who are trying to pay monthly bills. And we must acknowledge the 14 counties with restaurant operations still trying to survive in the winter with no indoor dining.”

According to ORLA, opening and closing restaurant operations has been identified as the biggest challenge facing the industry. The biggest headaches, ORLA stated, have centered around scheduling workers

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Cases in Oregon have been falling sharply in recent weeks, allowing more counties to begin relaxing restrictions.

and determining how much food each restaurant would need in the midst of changing guidelines.

Dropping case numbers Case numbers in the state have been dropping significantly in recent weeks.

In Deschutes County, Tuesday’s daily new case count was a total of five. Compare that to the dozens of new daily cases in the county reported throughout December and January, and it’s clear that the advent of the COVID-19 vaccines is having an effect. For example, January 10’s daily case count was 51; December 10’s daily case count was 47.

As of Feb. 8, over 766,000 older adults became eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine of a four-week period, starting with those 80 and over. Deschutes County was initially ahead of the state’s timeline, allowing those 75 and over to start getting vaccinations in late January—but as of now, those over 80 are again being prioritized. The Oregon

Health Authority allocated 1,200 more first-dose vaccines for Deschutes County for the week, beginning Feb. 8, with those over 80 getting scheduled.

“This week, first-dose vaccine appointments will be scheduled through primary care clinics that received allotments of first dose vaccine,” Deschutes County officials announced Feb. 9. “Primary care clinics receiving vaccine will contact patients to schedule appointments. Some St. Charles patients and community members who are receiving second doses of the vaccine will be scheduled to receive their dose at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.

“Pending availability, people age 80 and older who have completed the Central Oregon Vaccination Interest Form at vaccine.deschutes.org may be contacted to schedule an appointment.

Those in Phase 1a and Phase 1b, Group 1 who have not yet received a first dose may also be scheduled at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.”

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en of Oregon’s counties—including Deschutes County and those in the Portland metro area—will move into a lower-risk COVID risk category starting Feb. 12, Gov. Kate Brown announced Tuesday. Deschutes County will move to High Risk, which allows restaurants to open at 25% capacity indoors, among other relaxed restrictions. Under Extreme Risk, only outdoor dining was allowed, along with other restrictions on indoor business activity.

The state’s public health framework puts counties in one of four categories, based on case counts and test-positivity rates, including Extreme Risk, High Risk, Moderate Risk and Lower Risk.

Starting Feb. 12, 14 counties will remain in Extreme Risk, which prohibits indoor dining and places other tight restrictions on businesses and activities. Eleven counties will be at High Risk starting Feb. 12, with three at Moderate Risk and eight at Lower Risk.

Counties moving from Extreme to High Risk include Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Deschutes, Hood River, Klamath, Linn, Multnomah and Washington counties, with Morrow County moving from Extreme to Moderate Risk. Among the counties remaining in Extreme Risk are Central Oregon’s less-populated counties, Crook and Jefferson.

“Thanks to Oregonians who have stepped up and made smart choices, we have made incredible progress in stopping the spread of COVID-19 and saving lives in Oregon,” Brown said in a release Tuesday. “This week we will see 10 counties move out of Extreme Risk, including the Portland tri-county area, for the first time since November. This is welcome news, as we’ll

FEATURE Shabazz Larkin

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Black In Bend

Local students interview community members about their experiences with race and racism in Central Oregon

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ot long ago, Bend social studies teacher Brad Horn reached out to the Source to share how he and his students had recently completed a project in which each student conducted an oral-history style interview with a community member. Some talked with those involved in Oregon’s deadly summer wildfires; others interviewed locals on the topic of race in Bend.

For Horn—a first-year teacher at REALMS High School and a former journalist who worked for National Public Radio and The Washington Post— the assignment was in keeping with his love for reading interviews with everyday people.

"These interviews were done as part of a series of classes we call 'Power and Privilege' here at Realms High School, a public magnet school,” Horn told the Source. "Last fall, given current events, race felt like the most relevant slice of the issue we could explore. Race is a topic that can make us want to shout and preach, which can lead to anger and guilt and make us shut down and stop learning. But a personal story and a human connection can be an antidote.

It’s a person, not a statistic. And they’re telling their story, not lecturing you. It’s a credit to the participants who gave up some of their time and were willing to be vulnerable with our students. As for the students, I just couldn’t be more proud and impressed with what they did and what they learned not just with their heads, but with their hearts.”

With Black History Month now in full swing, the work of Horn and his students offers us—and our readers—an opportunity to hear perspectives we might not have heard before, from people who live, work and play in this community.

The interviews have been lightly edited for clarity.

Malaku Monge, interviewed by Abraham Lindberg Abraham Lindberg: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself, like where you are from, where you moved from and when you moved to Bend.

Malaku Monge: I am African American and Puerto Rican. I was born in Eugene, Oregon, raised there till I was 12. I moved to Miami when I was 12 and then moved to Bend when I was 13.

AL: How have you experienced race in Bend, and how can you help others understand what you have been through so we can better ourselves?

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Malaku Monge

MM: I haven’t experienced too much racism towards me in my time in Bend.

I don’t think that you can really understand it unless you have been through it—it has happened to you or you are a minority. White folks are not going to have people yell at them or call them the N word because they are white and have privilege. I don’t think you can really understand how Black people feel when they get treated like that.

AL: Especially in Bend—Bend is like a bubble. I feel a little nervous about talking

about race because I grew up thinking it was rude to even mention that a person was of a certain race. Do you feel that way too—and why or why shouldn’t people feel this way about talking about race?

MM: I did feel that way for a while, but now that I’m growing up, I don’t feel that way anymore. I think that racism is never going to be a comfortable conversation or subject to talk about, so I think the best thing to do is talk about it. Have that conversation and admit that you don’t know that much about it. Be ready to hear the honest answers that you are going to hear from the person talking to you.

AL: How have other places you lived differed regarding racism?

MM: Miami wasn’t a racist place—it was mostly Black, so there were not so many white people there. There wasn’t too much discrimination, unless it was the police arresting a Black kid for nothing. In Eugene—I was a little kid when I lived there—I didn’t understand what racism was. I wasn’t worried about it so I couldn’t tell you, to be honest. Overall, Bend had the most racism.

AL: Do you think that the people in Bend can’t fix racism because they don’t understand it or notice it?

MM: Yeah, I think it takes a lot of willingness to change something this big—but there is so much privilege that white folks have that they don’t want to change it.

Andrew Johnson, interviewed by Noah Bell Noah Bell: So, people say Bend is quote “racist with a smile.” Do you agree with that?

Andrew Johnson: Racist with a smile?

NB: Like, nobody’s really blatantly racist here.

AJ: I would say that, in my experience growing up here, that my home is not a

Images above: From the show, “Fragile Black Man,” by Shabazz Larkin, currently on display in downtown Bend at the Scalehouse Gallery. See the show at the new gallery space at 550 NW Franklin Ave., Suite 130, through the end of February. More info at scalehouse.org.

racist place with a smile. My experience has been overwhelmingly positive, with quite a few negatives, but I don’t think that’s indicative of the population in my mind. I like to hope that there’s enough good people in this town that don’t think that way—but there are an undercurrent of people that I have experienced who think that way and who have made it pretty blatant.

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Andrew Johnson

NB: So you have had bad experience with racism in Bend?

AJ: Yeah, I know my skin is light, but I’m half Black. When I was growing up, Bend was a little more than half the size it is now. So as early as when I was a baby, I don’t remember this, but, my parents had me as a freshman in high school, and my dad was one of the only Black people in town. So as early as when I was a baby, a person threw a cup of ice on me and called my mom an N lover. And as recently as two-ish months ago I had a gentleman overhear me talking to someone at a grocery store about my ethnicity and

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Maxwell Friedman, interviewed by Leo Johnson Leo Johnson: I know that you said that it’s [Central Oregon] a very homogenous place—but also you probably realize that it is dominantly white.

How has that affected you, you think?

Maxwell Friedman: Well, being dominantly white, being ethnically homogenous… it’s been really weird to figure out where I align with, what culture I align with… I guess it’s kind of ‘cause I disconnect culturally where I don’t know where to align myself. As a jazz musician, as an Soren Nyquist

Maxwell Friedman is a local high schooler and vice president of the Central Oregon Black Leaders Assembly.

MC, as someone who makes hip hop, I align with my culture that way. I align with my culture through advocating for civil rights and being the vice president of the nonprofit Central Oregon Black Leaders Assembly, COBLA. So that aspect, I connect with my culture, but it being very white, it’s affected me because I don’t know if I should align with how I’ve been raised or I feel like maybe I missed out on an aspect of my culture because I feel almost guilty to be… that I have this privilege that a lot of other people (of color) don’t have—like being a person of color who lives in the suburbs, with two white parents who have been incredibly supportive. But, I still… a lot of the issues that come with Bend being predominantly white, like people not really fully empathizing what it’s like to be a person of color in this small community, and how some actions of people in this community discourage members of the Black community

in this town from being more active in the Bend community and feeling comfortable, that’s the main thing.

LJ: What are some examples of how you’ve been treated differently just because of the color of your skin?

MF: Well… I’ve had people use me as like… like…

LJ: Like the “black friend”?

MF: Like a token, yeah. I’ve had examples where people hang out with me where I’m like, “Oh, the Black friend,” but with a lot of my close friends it’s not like that. I have had people make jokes, like, pointing out, like, “Oh, you’re Black.” I’ve had some other experiences though, like walking downtown and Northwest Crossing I get looked at a lot, I get stared down a lot.

I haven’t had any interactions with police in this town because I’m incredibly careful not to have any interactions with police.

LJ: That’s actually another question I wanted to ask. Because of you being raised by white parents, did they teach you, like, how a lot of other people of color, their parents teach them, “Respect cops—you don’t want to get on the bad side of the cops.”

Did your parents teach you that, too?

MF: Yeah… It really got brought up when I started driving, because I’ve always, I’ve been taught you can’t do whatever you want, obviously, my parents are looking out for my safety and they had to teach me that.

Yeah, I was scared, like, “Oh, I gotta drive,” like, I’m terrified… I’ve reached out to other people of color to talk about experiences… I feel disconnected and whatnot. But yeah, I’ve never really had a formal talk, like, “Because you look different you’ve gotta be careful.” It’s always been more of a subtle thing. Growing up I’ve noticed that, and my parents know it’s an issue, so I’ve kinda come to the conclusion almost on my own, and listening to other Black people’s experiences with police, how to act. And I’ve had people point out or make insensitive jokes about, like, “Oh, you can’t do this because you Black,” or like, “You’ll get shot.”

I’ve made those jokes, too, I’ve made those edgy jokes like, “Oh, I can’t do that,” you know? “I could get shot for doing that,” because I’ve known about police violence for a while and I know how to act.

And that’s why I’m working with COBLA. Anybody in a position of power needs to be held accountable for preventing racism, for perpetuating white supremacy and overall hatred in our country.

Rasia Pouncie, interviewed by Malaku Monge Malaku Monge: Can you introduce yourself?

Rasia Pouncie: My name is Rasia Mykonos Pouncie.

MM: Where are you from?

RP: Boston, Massachusetts.

MM: Cool, were you born and raised there?

RP: I was born there and stayed there till I was 9.

MM: Cool, what has your experience of racism been like growing up?

RP: It’s been overt, covert; it’s been very physical at times. I’ve had people throw us out of a cab because we were Black. I’ve had—that was a white man. I’ve had Latinos throw bottles at me ‘cause I was Black. I’ve been denied treatment by white doctors because I was Black. I’ve been looked at as dirty by friends when I was in middle school because I was Black.

Lots of discrimination.

Kayah I. Pouncie

Rasia Pouncie

MM: Wow, I’m sorry. Where have you lived?

RP: I’ve lived in Boston, I’ve lived all over Florida—so the greater Miami area as well as Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach.

I’ve lived in Oregon, in Eugene, Oregon; Bend, Oregon. I’ve lived in California.

MM: Why did you move to Bend?

RP: For a clean, quiet place to live and good schools for my children.

MM: Compared to the—well, I won’t say all of the places, but compared to the places you’ve lived the most to Bend, which place have you experienced the most racism?

RP: That's a good question. I mean I’ve definitely experienced racism in Bend and Eugene—it was more covert, so nothing outright like microaggressions and things like that, but, I would have to say the most racism I’ve experienced is, was in larger cities. But I wouldn’t say it’s because of the fact that it’s a larger city. I would say it’s just because I spent more time there, and it would be Miami, Fort Lauderdale.

MM: I know sometimes people feel scared or nervous to talk about the subject of racism. What would you say to them to make them feel more comfortable?

RP: I would say that the best way—it’s never gonna be a comfortable conversation. The best way to approach it is just to have the conversation, to admit that maybe you don’t how to talk about it, but to be open to learn and be open to communicate and ask the questions that maybe you don’t feel like you should be asking and be open to the honesty response that you get.

MM: How do you think your own race has impacted your life? And what difference has it made?

RP: It’s made me resilient. It’s made me a fighter. It’s made me aware of things that other races don’t have to be aware of, unfortunately. It’s given me so

much spiritual enrichment, as well as historical and ancestral enrichment, so it’s fed me in many beautiful ways.

George Lee, interviewed by Llyr Clembury Llyr Clembury: So you haven’t experienced racism in Bend—what about in Maryland where you grew up?

George Lee: Yes, in Maryland where I grew up. Basically, Maryland was the northernmost state that had seceded to the South. So growing up in Maryland, it was separated by Black schools.

There was a white high school 2 miles from where I lived, but I was bused 20 miles away to go to school. And it was blatant discrimination there. There was a definite color line; wealth and poverty was—you know, the whites had the wealth, in the Black side, the property.

My grandfather was a sharecropper. Do you know what a sharecropper is?

LC: No. GC: Well basically it was a system where the white land owners owned land and the Black people had to work the crops and what it was, since the white people owned the land, the Black people worked the tobacco farms and they shared the profits from the crop. And basically it was one of those situations where *inaudible*. Yeah, there was quite a bit of discrimination where I grew up in Maryland.

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George Lee

LC: how did you deal with that, or did you? Or did you just have to live with it.

GL: My father/grandfather, they taught us how to survive. And the thing was, be very polite— 'yes sir, or no ma’am.' You couldn’t call the white people by their first name—it was always Mr. So-and-so or Miss So-and-so or Miss/Mrs. Whereas the white people would just refer to us as by first name. They would call us a number of names or whatever and it was—always a ranking order and so my father made us be subservient, basically. It was always, 'know your place,’ 'you can’t go there,' and it was never talk back, just be good little boys and girls. That’s how I survived it.

As I got older, more rebellious, it was always the same thing. Stay in your place. And so that’s how I survived, I think, because I always had good manners and always basically stayed in my place. So that’s how I survived.

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called me the N word. There has been some instances in high school and middle school where the kids know, because I don’t hide that about me. And it obviously isn’t something I should hide.

NB: I want to hear your opinion on when people fly the Confederate flag on their trucks.

AJ: That’s another thing, right?

Because my experience has been one way, and normally the kids at school who were flying the Confederate flag were the ones that were saying things. I think it invokes a strong sense of dread—and a strong sense of ideals in people that I think we need to keep in mind.

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Kolby Knickerbocker’s latest song is an ode to his wife... just in time for Valentine’s Day

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ith Valentine’s Day right around the corner, now is the perfect time for couples to decide on a special song that can be all yours.

Music is a great vessel of emotion—so why not dedicate a song to your partner? Or if your skills fit the bill, write a song for them... which happens to be exactly what Bend artist Kolby Knickerbocker did.

Knickerbocker’s latest is a tribute to his wife, titled “Over and Over.”

The song releases to the public Feb. 10, and serves as the title track to Knickerbocker’s upcoming EP, set to release April 2. The message behind the song is that through everything, as life goes on, Knickerbocker vows to continue to always be there for his wife, over and over again.

“This song is very special to me as I think of my daughter and son when I hear the lyrics. Knowing that they will one day feel the emotion that I have for their mother, my wife, and knowing that they will one day be able to really hear the dedication that we had as a couple is very personal and special to me,” says Knickerbocker. The singer-songwriter’s music has a mellow, countrified sound to it, often with strings and Knickerbocker’s soulful voice carrying the tunes along.

The singer-songwriter’s music has a mellow, countrified sound to it, often with strings and Knickerbocker’s soulful voice carrying the tunes along. As

he describes on his Bandcamp profile, “indieacoustic would be a start but doesn’t quite capture the essence.”

“Over and Over” kicks off with an epic gospel effect, one that Knickerbocker created by recording 15 separate vocal tracks, which come back around throughout the song to keep the moment lifted. With a slight gravel in his voice, Knickerbocker’s tone fits right in place on “Over and Over,” making for a true grand love song. You can’t help but see it being played at weddings all over. So if you need a song to share with your loved one, I’m sure Knickerbocker wouldn’t mind if you found a bit of your own relationship in his song.

Leading off with such a powerful single for his EP is a great attention grabber, and the three other songs that come with “Over and Over” should follow right in line with its emotional details. As Knickerbocker says, the title also comes from his relationship with being a musician.

“It can be draining, with long nights and lots of hard work, but I always come back to it because it is something that I love to do. It is endlessly challenging and endlessly fulfilling, so I will come back to writing songs and being a musician over and over, no matter how challenging.”

Look for “Over and Over” on streaming services Feb. 10 and the rest of the EP on April 2.

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Join Terrance and friends for a virtual Mardi Gras celebration. An upbeat concert-style celebration streaming straight from Lafayette, Louisiana! In addition, a portion of your ticket continues to benefit the Tower Theatre and its effort to keep performing arts alive in Central Oregon. Sat., Feb. 13, 5:30-8pm. towertheatre.org/tickets-and-events. $15.

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Staying hydrated is crucial to overall health, especially here in the high desert. Get with a nutrition expert on how water can support our health goals and advice to ensure you are meeting your hydration needs. Thu., Feb. 11, 6-7pm. deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/61425. Free.

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SWEETHEARTS VENDOR STROLL CELEBRATE THE DAY OF HEARTS

Grab your sweetie or your bestie and hit downtown Redmond for a celebration of Valentine’s Day. Browse specialty vendors, sip unique cocktails and join in on activities perfect for couples or families. Sat., Feb. 13, Noon-4pm. Downtown Redmond.

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ZOOM AUTHOR EVENT: THE MT. BACHELOR MURDERS MYSTERY IN THE PNW

Get ready for a perfect evening under the stars with your loved ones. The sweet sounds of local artist Jeshua Marshall’s folksy originals will keep your heart warm while heated igloos and fire pits keeps your hands and nose toasty. Sun., Feb. 14, 5-7pm. Bunk + Brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend. No cover.

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THE HOPE OF WILD PLACES ONDA’S 2021 HIGH DESERT SPEAKER SERIES

Oregon Natural Desert Association is partnering with Warm Springs Paiute spiritual leader and oral historian Wilson Wewa to showcase the remarkable Owyhee Canyonlands. Watch a short film about this natural wonder and then join the filmmakers, Wilson and friends for a chat about conservation and wild places. Tue., Feb. 16, 5:30pm. onda.org/event/the-hope-of-wild-places. Free.

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Join in for a reading and conversation of the author of a murder mystery set in the heart of Central Oregon.

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Juju Eyeball is bringing live music back to Prineville with an outdoor show. Enjoy classic Beatles covers in an outdoor venue with plenty of room, fire pits and fun. Sat., Feb. 13, 1-3pm. The Horseshoe Tavern, 410 N Main St., Prineville. No cover.

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Deschutes Land Trust presents this virtual presentation about the vital role insects play in our natural world. Learn more about local creatures you might encounter and how to be a better advocate for the bugs that matter in our area. Wed., Feb. 17, 7pm. deschuteslandtrust.org/hike-events. Free.

$15 raffle ticket enters you in a drawing for the ultimate Valentine’s Date:

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Originally set for December and postponed when the COVID freeze hit the area, the winter market is on for this weekend. Enjoy shopping, local foods, music and drinks. Stay for a minute or all afternoon as you get some gifts for Valentine's Day or for yourself!

Fri., Feb. 12, 11am-6pm & Sat., Feb. 13, 11am-6pm.

Campfire Hotel, 721 NE 3rd St., Bend. No cover.

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10 Wednesday Worthy Brewing Star Bar Sessions With Eric

Leadbetter and Friends Join us in our roasty, toasty, covered Star Bar or on our spacious, socially-cushioned patio around the fires for live music, great food, and a slice of “normalcy”. 5:30pm. No cover.

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being serenaded through the night with originals from Jeshua GMarshall! Heated and covered igloos, bonfires, and heaters available for you to enjoy the night in comfort! 5-7pm. No cover.

River’s Place Trivia Brunch Edition! Yummy new brunch options from the food trucks and of course Mimosas from the tap house. Free to play and prizes to win! 12-1:30pm.

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Bridge 99 Bundle up and join us for trivia outdoors at Bridge 99. Fire pits, heaters, food trucks and brews are on the ready. 6-8pm. Free.

Meandering Maker Galentines Celebration A fun evening of boutique trucks, and a great excuse to celebrate your bff’s. More details to follow.

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Sisters Virtual Americana Song Share A song share

virtual gathering for high school students on Thursday evenings - Feb. 11, 2021 from 6:30-8 pm. $50.

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Initiative Brewing Tuesday Night Trivia in

Redmond It’s UKB Trivia outdoors on the partially sheltered patio with gas fire pits. It’s free to play with prize cards to win! Free.

17 Wednesday Tower Theatre Tibet House US 34th Annual

Benefit Concert One of the longest-running and most renowned live cultural events in New York City will return this year for a special virtual edition in addition to a personal video message from His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. 5-8pm. $25.

Midtown Yacht Club BINGO! At Midtown Yacht Club Join us for $1 and $2 games of Bingo! Winner splits the cash pot with SDH. Lot’s of fun prizes will be given out each round as well. 6-8pm. $1.

Worthy Brewing Star Bar Sessions With Eric

Tower Theatre Terrance Simien & The

Zydeco Experience Turn up the heat and join Terrance and friends for a virtual Mardi Gras celebration coming straight to you from the heart of Creole country - Lafayette, Louisiana! 5:30-8pm. $15.

General Duffy’s Waterhole Countryfied

Live A Countryfied live performance celebrating Valentine’s Day a little early. 5pm. $15.

The Horseshoe Tavern Juju Eyeball at the Horseshoe Tavern in Prineville JuJu Eyeball is back at The Horseshoe Tavern for some more Beatle music afternoon fun! Outdoor stage, fire pits, lots of room, beer and food, Fab! 1-3pm. Free.

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Bunk+Brew Presents: Valentine’s with Jeshua Marshall Enjoy a night with your loved one(s) while

Leadbetter and Friends Eric Leadbetter will be hosting this cozy event and inviting some friends each week to join him. 5:30pm. No cover.

MUSIC High Desert Nights @ Bunk+Brew - Live Music! HDMC and Bunk+Brew present a weekly

Friday night concert series featuring Bend’s best local artists! Food & beer also available! Fridays, 5-7pm. Through March 26. Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend. Contact: 458-202-1090. info@bunkandbrew.com.

Sunriver Music Festival’s Young Artists Scholarship Auditions Tune in, advanced

music students of Central Oregon, this is for you!

Sunriver Music Festival’s Young Artists Scholarship applications are due April 15th and auditions will be June 4-6th. To qualify, students must be a permanent resident of Central Oregon and perform at an advanced level. Through April 15. Contact: 541-593-1084. information@sunrivermusic.org.

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The Ultimate Oldies Show A locally-pro-

Webinar: Bend Rising 2021 With a new City

FILM EVENTS

Zach Filkins at Box Factory Pieces will be

Thursday Night Vintage Ski Film Join us outside in the alley for a fun evening of vintage ski films! Serving up beer, wine, hot cider, cocoa, tea and fresh hot theater popcorn. Thursdays, 6:30pm.

Through April 1. Tin Pan Alley, Off Minnesota, between Thump and the Wine Shop, Bend. $15-$30.

WORDS

duced, syndicated, weekly, thematic two-hour radio show highlighting the music, artists, producers, musicians and cultural touchstones of the late 1940s through the late 1960s. Fridays, 6-8pm.

KPOV, 501 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: mikeficher@gmail.com. Free.

Tower Valentine’s Day Special Make the Tower yours! A $15 raffle ticket enters you in a drawing for the ultimate date night - a private movie screening, music, and food from 5 Fusion in the informal elegance of the Art Deco Moderne venue! Feb. 14, 4-10pm. Tower Theatre - Bend, 835 NW Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-317-0700. info@towertheatre.org. $15.

PRESENTATIONS & EXHIBITS Celebrating Black History Month with Arielle Estoria Arielle Estoria is a renowned

poet, author, speaker, and emcee who emphasizes the gift of each individual. Arielle uses her words and storytelling to help others unlock their gifts and find beauty in themselves. Feb. 12, 12:30pm.

The Hope of Wild Places The first talk in ONDA’s 2021 High Desert Speaker Series features Warm Springs Paiute spiritual leader and oral historian Wilson Wewa and photographer and filmmaker Jason Houston. Registration for this online event is free and required and includes an entry for a prize package giveaway. Feb. 16, 5:30pm. Free.

Know Flow - Keeping the Flow with Hydration Let’s talk about the role of water and why staying hydrated is so important for supporting overall health with Nutritional Health Coach Nicole Lamb. Feb. 11, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Know Flow - What it Takes to Take Down a Dam Learn about the engineering and ecology of dam removal. Registration required.

Feb. 17, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@ deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Nature Nights: The Importance of Insects Insects play major roles in keeping the

natural world healthy and functioning. Not only do they feed (and eat) many other animals, but insects also cycle nutrients, aerate soil, decompose decaying matter, and help pollinate over 80% of the world’s flowering plants, including many of our crops. Feb. 17, 7pm. Contact: 541-330-0017. Free.

Observatory Nighttime Visit One-hour

sessions include night sky viewing through various telescopes with staff astronomers, a guided constellation tour, meteorite displays, and an educational presentation. Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8:309:30pm. Through March 13. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Rd., Sunriver. $20.

Resilient You! An 8 Week Class; Ignite Your 12 Spiritual Powers and Create a Radiant Life! Learn how to harness the 12

Join Tower Theatre and zydeco musician Terrance Simien for a virtual Mardi Gras celebration, Sat., Feb. 13 at 5:30pm.

Powers of wisdom, love, strength, faith, imagination, order, understanding, will, power, zeal, release, and life itself in order to free yourself from suffering and to thrive in this world! Mondays, 5:307pm. Through March 29. Contact: 541-390-8244. janeyhiatt@gmail.com. $75.

Council in place, what will be Bend’s focus for the next few years? Hear from our City Manager, Eric King, and a few Council members as they explain the goal setting sessions they have been through and the resulting objectives for the next two years.

Feb. 11, Noon-1pm. Free.

available for purchase and a percentage of proceeds will go towards The Giving Plate. Feb. 1-March 26.

Box Factory, 550 SW industrial way, Bend.

Classics Book Club We will discuss Beowulf: A New Translation by Maria Dahvana Headley.

Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. Feb. 10, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Mystery Book Club We will discuss The

Long Call by Ann Cleeves. Please visit www. roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. Feb. 17, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Nonfiction Book Club We will discuss Ten

Lessons for a Post Pandemic World by Fareed Zakaria. Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. Feb. 12, 1-2pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Planned Parenthood 12th Annual Valentine’s Benefit: “It’s Not Me, It’s You: Stories from the Dark Side of Dating” A

hilarious evening of stories poking fun at mortifying memories of lost love! Every year since 2010, PPAO has invited Oregon’s sharpest storytellers to pour their hearts out for a good cause — and our 2021 edition will be available online, so you can join the fun no matter where you live! Feb. 10, 6-8pm. $25.

Scholastic Parents Night Scholastic Parents Night is hosted by John Schu and focuses on keeping kids engaged as readers. Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for online link. Feb. 10, 4-6pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. Free.

Zoom Author Event: The Mt. Bachelor Murders by Ted Haynes A

murder mystery set in Central Oregon, starting with a murder committed in 1966 and ending with the murderer finally identified in 2018. The Mount Bachelor Murders features continuing characters from Suspects and The Mirror Pond Murders.

Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. Feb. 11, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

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

vaccinations, deworming and microchips at our walk-in wellness clinic. Saturdays, 9am-2pm. Bend Spay & Neuter Project, 910 SE Wilson, Suite A1, Bend. $10-$30.

VOLUNTEER Call for Volunteers - Play with Parrots!

Volunteers needed at Second Chance Bird 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.

CASA Training to Be A Voice for Kids in Foster Care Court Appointed Special

Advocates (or CASA volunteers) are trained and committed volunteers who provide a voice for and

Submitting an event is free and easy. Add your event to our calendar at bendsource.com/submitevent

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ensure that each child’s individual needs remain a priority in foster care. Become a CASA at our free online training in 2021. Tuesdays, Noon-3pm.

Through Feb. 23. Contact: 541-389-1618. mjohnson@casaofcentraloregon.org. $0.

Central Oregon Volunteer Kickoff Party

Volunteer Opportunity Are you a Jack/ Jill of all trades? There’s everything from small engine, fencing, troubleshooting in a barn/rescue facility that require TLC repairs. Seize this opportunity; volunteer at Mustangs To The Rescue.

Please call and leave a message. Mondays-Sundays, 9am-6pm. Mustangs to the Rescue, 21670 McGilvray Road, Bend. Contact: 541-330-8943. volunteer@MustangstotheRescue.org.

Volunteer with Salvation Army The Salva-

tion 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 the homeless. Contact: 541-389-8888.

GROUPS & MEETUPS All Jewelry Show Showing local central Oregon jewelers. Come by and see them Mondays-Sundays, 11am-4pm. Through Feb. 22. Hood Avenue Art, 357 W Hood Ave., Sisters.

ConnectW: Munch and Mingle ConnectW

has redefined the concept of the business lunch.

We’re connecting all kinds of professional women over a monthly noon meal every second Thursday of the month. The result? Business sharing, social networking and, yes, friendship.

Feb. 11, Noon-1pm. Free.

ConnectW: Women, Wealth, and Well-being with Jennifer Taboada Re-

Courtesy Wanderlust Tours

Campfire Winter Market Welcome to

the Campfire Winter Market, celebrating Central Oregon’s Creative Vendors for a 3-day event featuring local food, culture, music, drinks, and retail. Feb. 12-13, 11am-6pm. Campfire Hotel, 721 Northeast 3rd Street, Bend. Free.

Equipo de Robótica LEGO y aprende a construir y programar con robots LEGO! Nuestros clubs extraescolares de robótica para jóvenes en 4º y 5º grado están enfocados a la resolución de problemas, la creatividad, la exploración de nuevas ideas, ¡y la diversión! *Bilingüe English/ Spanish programa Mondays-Wednesdays, 5-7pm. Through Feb. 10. BendTECH, 1001 SW Emkay Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. $80/month.

Foundations of Kids Yoga Training Join

Deven Sisler to receive practices you can share right away, as well as a supportive community for cultivating your own self-care. This training will give you techniques to share the holistic life skills of yoga and meditation. Sat, Feb. 13, 1-5:30pm and Sat, Feb. 20, 1-5:30pm. Contact: 541-550-8550. namaspayoga@gmail.com. $360-$450.

Kids Ninja Warrior Class Unique to Bend, your kids (age 6-10) will gain amazing abilities through obstacle course training, climbing and fitness conditioning, and team motivation in our Kids Ninja Warrior classes. Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm, Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15pm and Thursdays, 5-6pm.

Through May 27. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend.

Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $99 per child.

Kids Ninja Warrior Half-Day Camp Dropoff the kids (age 6 - 12) on Wednesday afternoon’s after school for Half-Day Ninja Warrior Camps, they’ll get their energy out and their exercise in!

Wednesdays, 1:30-4:30pm. Through May 26. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $99 per child.

LEGO Robotics Join Camp Fire’s First LEGO

gardless of where you are in your life journey, there are key steps you can take to help maximize your wealth and well-being. Join us to discuss: What wealth means to you and looking beyond the newspaper headlines. Feb. 17, 7-8pm. $10-$20.

League Robotics club for 4th-5th graders. This club is all about problem solving, getting creative, exploring new ideas, and having fun! Mondays-Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Through Feb. 10.

BendTECH, 1001 SW Emkay Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. $80/month.

Leadership Lab@COCC: Growing Great Leaders Leadership Lab@COCC is a six topic

Mini-Yogi + Me 4-Week Series (Livestream) Parents and kids (ages 2 - 6) will have a

leadership development experience incorporating many modes of learning to grow the habits successful leaders need in today’s workplace.

Meets via Zoom on 2/16, 2/18, 3/2, 3/4, 3/16, 3/18, 3/30, 4/1, 4/13, 4/15, 4/27 & 4/29. Feb. 16, 8-10am.

Contact: 541-383-7270. ceinfo@cocc.edu. $795.

FAMILY & KIDS Baby Ninja + Me Cuties (10 months-24 months) plus adult will bond and have a blast during this unique yoga and ninja warrior class!

Each of these classes will include soft obstacle ninja warrior courses, yoga and fun. Wednesdays, 11-11:45am. Through June 2. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend. com. $99 per Child.

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blast during these fun, upbeat livestream yoga classes! Tuesdays, 10:30-11am. Through Feb. 23. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $34.

Nano-Ninja Class Kids (age 4-5) will love

making ninja warrior buddies as they develop fundamental coordination skills through obstacle-based gymnastics and climbing challenges in this 6-week series. Wednesdays, 5-5:50pm and Thursdays, 3:30-4:20pm. Through May 27. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $99 per child.

Needle Felting at Wild Child Introduction

into needle felting class! Create a cute wool felted valentine for your child! This is a beginners class, and you will be supplied with a beautiful plant dyed wool kit, including mat and needles. This is

Wanderlust Tours brings the romance outside with their snowshoeing tours. Dates are still available for this weekend, Feb 12- 14.

a parents only class. Limited to 10. Feb. 10, 10am.

Wild Child, 680 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend. Contact: wildchildbend@gmail.com. $30.

Ninja Elite Class Kids (age 8 - 12) come increase your athletic performance through the exciting sport of Ninja Warrior! Through focus and determination these kids classes will discover the three main components of Ninja Warrior: gymnastics, ground-based obstacles and rock climbing. Tuesdays, 5-6pm. Through May 25. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $99 per child.

Redmond Northern Lights: Valentine’s Show The Redmond Northern Lights is a brand

new seasonal multimedia experience that will be projected on the center facade of Redmond’s City Hall. Including original, fun, and family friendly animation that interacts with the building’s facade, this light show experience is the perfect way to remain COVID safe while still celebrating Valentines Day! Sat, Feb. 13, 6-9:30pm and Sun, Feb. 14, 6-9:30pm. Redmond City Hall, 411 SW 9th St, Redmond. Free.

Screen Addiction Community Conversation After a year living in the coronavirus

Sweethearts Vendor Stroll Join us for a day of specialty treats, activities, shopping, and more! With 15+ hosting businesses and 25 vendors you are sure to find a gift for that special someone.

Feb. 13, Noon-4pm. Downtown Redmond.

BEER & DRINK Apres Ski Special at Zpizza Tap Room

Slice of premium pizza & beer- only $5! Happy Hour with 18 taps and big -screen TVs. Show your Mt. B lift ticket, finish your epic day on your way down from the mountain with us. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 4-6pm. Zpizza Tap Room, 1082 SW Yates Drive, Bend. Contact: 541382-2007. bendsales@peppertreeinns.com. $5.

Cross Cut Warming Hut: Locals’ Day!

Tuesdays are Locals’ Day. Every Tuesday enjoy $1 off regular size draft beverages. C Tuesdays. Cross Cut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend.

Growler Discount Night! Enjoy $2 off growler

pandemic, youth’s screen time nation and worldwide has soared. What was already a mental health concern now, experts say, may be an addiction with long-term implications. Join Camp Fire for a free community conversation on how to help youth thrive on and offline. Feb. 16, Noon-1pm. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. Free.

FOOD EVENTS Aphrodisiac VDay Cooking Class Enjoy a

truly fun, unique, romantic event from the safety of your home. Don’t fail VDay due to quarantine book now for a night to remember. Feb. 13, 4pm. $49.99.

Elk Lake Resort: Valentine’s Day Dinner 2021 Make this Valentine’s Day the most

the occasion. Dinner seating from 5PM and 7PM. Reservations are recommended, please call the lodge. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability.

Feb. 14, 5-7pm. Contact: 541-480-7378.

fills every Wednesday at Bevel! Wednesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend.

Contact: 831-245-1922. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Locals’ Night We offer $3 Pints of our core line

up beers and $4 pours of our barrel aged beers all day. Come down and sample whats new while also enjoying our brand new food menu! Mondays. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

Locals’ Day Come on down to Bevel Craft Brewing for $4 beers and cider and $1 off wine all day. Outdoor dining is open now! The are also food specials from the food carts located out back at The Patio! Tuesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend. Contact: holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

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Join us for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Central Oregon Volunteer Kickoff Party! You’ll learn how your skills can support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee to make a real difference in our community. We have a lot of fun while doing rewarding work to advance the cause!

Feb. 10, 5:30-6:30pm. Contact: 541.230.9594. kmbertholet@alz.org. Free.

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Mondays, 5pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: bendarearunningfraternity@gmail.com. Free.

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Planet Fitness Home Work-Ins Planet

Fitness is offering free daily workouts via livestream! The best part? No equipment needed.

Visit the Planet Fitness Facebook page for more details. Free.

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welcome. Find the Redmond Oregon Running Klub on Facebook for weekly run details. Thursdays, 6:15pm. City of Redmond, Redmond, Or., Redmond. Contact: rundanorun1985@gmail.com.

OUTDOOR EVENTS Family Birding Adventure Join a naturalist as we explore the botanic garden, nature trail, and shore of Lake Aspen in search of Sunriver’s winter birds. This family-friendly program is suited for all ages. Capacity is limited for this program Saturdays, 10am. Through Feb. 27. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Rd., Sunriver. $25 per family.

Freezing February: Virtual Polar Plunge Join us for the most inclusive Plunge

in SOOR’s history – it’s virtual so geography is no barrier to having fun and raising funds for our athletes. Plungers will join the virtual festivities during the month of Freezin’ February while staying safe at home with family, friends or teammates! Feb. 1-27.

Wanderlust Tours: Romance on the Snow Celebrate the day that Oregon became a

state (and Valentine’s Day) around a cozy bonfire in the snowy forest! If the romance of being under the stars in a peaceful forest isn’t enough, Wanderlust will be adding several special touches (including a Champagne toast) to make the night one to remember! Feb. 12-14. Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S Hwy 97, Bend. $110.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Access Consciousness Bars One Day Workshop There’s peace and relax-

ation possible for everyone in the world by receiving a simple process called Access Bars.

Best of all, it’s not hard to learn. By learning or receiving the Access Bars® technique, you can give yourself and your loved ones the space to relax and receive. Feb. 13, 9:30am-5:30pm. The Blissful Heart Hidden Garden, 105 NW Greeley Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-848-7608. jenniferevemorey@gmail.com. $175-$350.

Bend Pilates Bend Pilates is now offering a full schedule of classes through Zoom! Sign up for your class on Mindbody.com and download Zoom.

Prior to start you will receive an email invitation to join class. Be ready with mat, weights, roller, and/ or band and login five minutes prior to class time.

For more information visit bendpilates.net/classes/. Ongoing, Noon-1pm. $20.

Capoeira: A Perfect Adventure Become

your own hero. The Brazilian art form of Capoeira presents opportunities to develop personal insights, strength, balance, flexibility, musicality, voice, rhythm, and language by tapping the energy of this rich cultural expression and global community. Text 541-678-3460 for location and times. Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays, 6pm.

Contact: 541-678-3460. ucabend@gmail.com. $30 intro month.

Dream Interpretation Group Your inner

consciousness is trying to communicate with your conscious mind all the time. It speaks to us in dreams and waking life in the language of symbolism. Facilitator Michael Hoffman has been interpreting dreams for the past 35 years. This approach draws on Jungian dream interpretation

and spiritual traditions. Every other Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Contact: 541-639-6246. michael@ naturalwayofbeing.com. Free.

Family Yoga with Deven Sisler OM at

home with your whole family: Join us for family yoga with Deven Sisler. Cultivate connection, positive communication and loving touch within your family pod while having fun! We will stretch, strengthen and relax together with calming breathing techniques, partner yoga sequences and mindful, fun games. Feb. 14, 10-11am. Contact: 541-550-8550. namaspayoga@gmail.com. $20.

Getting Started With Essential Oils Bend Heard about essential oils but do not know

where to start? Join us for this free workshop to learn how to get started safely. Fridays, 7pm and Sundays, 10am. Through May 30. Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. Highway 97, Bend. Free.

In-Person Yoga at LOFT Wellness & Day Spa In-person yoga classes at Bend’s

newest yoga studio! Tuesdays: Vinyasa with instructor Kelly Jenkins. 5-6pm. Limited to five participants. Thursdays: Foundation Flow with instructor Kelly Jenkins. 5-6pm. Limited to five participants. Schedule online or give us a call to reserve your spot! Tuesdays-Thursdays, 5-6pm.

Loft Wellness & Day Spa, 339 SW Century Drive Ste 203, Bend. Contact: 541-690-5100. info@loftbend.com. $20.

Livestream Pre + Postnatal Yoga Classes This class is designed to help pregnant

ladies and recently postpartum moms (6 weeks 1 year) safely strengthen and stretch their bodies, relax the mind, reduce discomfort, and improve postpartum recovery. Use props from home for classes. Babies are welcome too ;) Sundays, 10:30am. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541797-3404. info@freespiritbend.com. $9.

Livestream Yoga Flow Classes This all levels livestream yoga flow class is built around sun salutations and creative sequencing to build heat, endurance, flexibility and strength. Our highly knowledgable yoga teachers will guide you safely through smooth pose-to-pose transitions as you move with your breath. Tuesdays-Thursdays-Saturdays, 9:1510:15am. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541797-3404. info@freespiritbend.com. $9.

The Numa Breath Experience Breathwork therapy is a transformational practice that strategically weaves together the power of conscious breathwork, deep bodily unwindings and mindful somatic psycho-therapeutic investigations. It means shifting those emotional patterns and stressors from the inside out. Led by Tziporah Kingsbury. Online via Zoom if studio closed. Feb. 13, 3-5pm. Namaspa Yoga, Redmond, 974 SW Veterans Way Suite 5, Redmond. Contact: 541550-8550. namaspayoga@gmail.com. $50.

The Vance Stance/Structural Reprogramming Tired of being in pain? Get to the

root of why you are tight & suffering. In this series of two-hour classes in posture and flexibility.

Wed, Feb. 10, 6pm, Thu, Feb. 11, Noon, Mon, Feb. 15, 12 and 6pm, Wed, Feb. 17, 6pm, EastSide Home Studio, 21173 Sunburst Ct., Bend. Contact: 541-330-9070. vancebonner@juno.com.

12 classes/$180.

Weekend Services at Powell Butte Christian Church Saturday Night Cowboy

Church: 7pm (Historic Chapel): Sunday Morning: 8:30am and 10:30am (Worship Center), and 11:30am (Historic Chapel) Feb. 13, 7pm and Feb. 14, 8:30-11:30am. Powell Butte Christian Church, 13720 SW Hwy 126, Bend. Free.

Yoga Strong For Women 4-Wek Series (Livestream) It’s your time to thrive—

inside and out in our invigorating, replenishing and transformative yoga series designed just for women. Shed the habits that are holding you back through Vinyasa yoga practices that will progressively strengthen your body, develop your stamina and enhance your flexibility. Sundays, 9:15-10:45am. Through Feb. 28. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $70.

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Zombies Attack Bend!

A new virtual reality arena opens on Bend’s east side

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ithin seconds of entering the game, a zombie takes me out.

Not being someone who regularly indulges in video games and having only put on an Oculus virtual reality headset once, I guess I’m red meat for the zombies who now surround me in this virtual reality arena. Fortunately for me, the game master gets on the headset, reminding me that I have a “gun” in my hand and that I can use it to shoot the zombies, now swarming. I get in a good scream, run forward and manage to take out a zombie or two.

It’s my first time at Zero Latency, the virtual reality arena that recently opened on Third Street in Bend. I’m terrible at first, but over the course of the first 15-minute game in the arena, I get better at knowing where the zombies—my height and making creepy noises all the while—are coming from. I mostly manage to take them out before they overcome me, but the game is sometimes so real that my genuine fear has my brain going haywire, paralyzed. When the game ends and I and my teammates—Source Publisher Aaron Switzer and his son, Sean, our distribution manager—take

off our headsets, I’m informed that I am what’s known as “a screamer.” Apparently, the game was real enough that I was erupting in little screams the whole time.

The younger Switzer, far more of a gamer than I, tells me that this was far cooler than playing with a VR headset— the more DIY and sedentary version of what we are now experiencing in its fullest form. Zero Latency, a company that started in Melbourne, Australia, in 2014 and is quickly opening franchises around the world, offers a fuller experience than that headset, with a “free roam virtual reality experience.” Bend’s location is one of 15 located in the U.S. In an arena that’s about the size of a tennis court, players can walk around with no wires or cables attached to them, pull the triggers on their VR “guns” and see, hear and feel all the action, almost as if it was really happening. But because it’s a game, a game master—the most stoked gamers in Bend, who help other people play and get paid for it—is there to direct traffic, to alert you when you’re about to run into an actual wall in the arena, and to generally ensure that you have a very good time. I am fairly certain Nicole Vulcan

Game Master Brandon Cain oversees a game in progress at Bend's Zero Latency.

that sweating and screaming my way through the game was a good time— at least, I’m ready to go back and take my gamer nephew with me. Anything to impress the younger generation…

“The best part about these games has got to be the people,” said Zero Latency Bend’s co-founder Terry Walkey.

(not all zombie and shoot-em-up related)—which allow for less social distancing—will also come online. Under normal circumstances, up to eight people can play together. Another popular game, Far Cry, is also coming soon.

Players register on the Zero Latency site, and right now, ZL is offering a Nicole Vulcan

Owner Terry Walkey takes in the balcony view of gamers in action.

“They’re excited. They come out of there with their minds blown, and that’s just such a great feeling.”

Zero Latency Bend, opened by Walkey, his wife and another partner, just opened this month, following Gov. Kate Brown’s relaxation of rules for counties still in the Extreme Risk category, which allows for up to six patrons inside gyms and indoor recreation facilities. The arena’s owners had hoped to open in October, but COVID-19 restrictions prohibited that until now.

Now, up to six players can play together in each session, taking on zombies in one of two games, including Undead Arena and Zombie Survival. When restrictions relax even more, more games, including Sol Raiders, Outbreak Origins, Engineerium and Singularity

one-time 25% off price through March 3. (Just enter the code FEB25 to get the discount.) On Sundays, a 30-minute session that includes suiting up and game master instruction costs $26, or get 60 minutes for $52. Regular 45-minute sessions cost $45. Outside the arena are areas for gathering, having a beverage or a private party.

WATCH: The Source sent videographer Darris Hurst to go check out the action at Zero Latency. Check out the video of his visit in the online version of this story at bendsource.com.

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Right on Time

A new column offering practical advice and mental health guidance for tackling our daily lives

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By Burt Gershater

Source Weekly: You have a popular column in your former home of Flagstaff. Talk about the genesis of that column and how it grew in popularity.

Burt Gershater: Thirteen years ago, I facilitated a program for a new bank in Arizona. Part of the curriculum was a weekly email reminder on how to become a better leader, team member and person. In short time, it entered the community and soon after became a regular column in our local newspaper.

SW: Now that you’re in Bend, you’re bringing a new version of your column to local readers here. What’s your impression thus far about what Central Oregon readers might be looking for in a column from a professional in the realm of psychology?

BG: Bend is a gem spot in our nation.

Lakes, rivers, uncountable trails, spectacular mountains are woven into our lives. Awe surrounds us but can too frequently be taken for granted.

How do we infuse our daily lives with deep gratitude and meaningful relationships while tackling our dayto-day responsibilities? … And with that, here’s Gershater’s first column for the Source.

Burt Gershater is a counselor who has had a popular column in Flagstaff for 13 years. Now, he’s doing the same in Central Oregon.

Center, opened my private practice in June of 1976. That same month our first daughter, Jennie, joined us. Flagstaff had a population of 15,000 people and there wasn’t one master’s-level counselor in private practice. All my professors thought I was a bit crazy and they weren’t entirely wrong, either.

I was terrified. How was I going to make this work? But within two weeks

I picked up my arm and looked where my watch would have been and called out to the crew, “Hey, everybody! We are right on time.” We didn’t even know the time, but somehow we knew: we were right on time.

Right on Time We can’t see time.

We can’t feel it or even truly understand it.

What we do know about time is it never stops. It’s always moving.

Fifty years ago, I left northern New York State to attend graduate school at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. My whole family thought I was a bit crazy at the time and they weren’t entirely wrong.

I earned a master’s degree in school psychology at NAU and after serving a year’s internship at the local Guidance

I talked my way into the local morning TV show being interviewed by the news director about all aspects of mental health. Time was flying and I was growing my new counseling wings. That was almost 45 years ago.

In a short time, two more children joined us, Mat and Jessie.

I knocked on nearly every professional’s door looking for referrals. My clients were all folks realizing that somehow their light was not as bright as they wanted it to be. We all get to feeling that way at times. Being dedicated to my own therapy has always been a

central part of my learning and growing.

Over the years I also provided programs for our nurses, doctors, lawyers, judges, teachers, students of every age, collegiate athletes, bankers, river runners and many more. I had another TV segment and have had a column in the local paper for the past seven years. My book, “No Guts No Love,” was published in 2008. What a time it has been!

With time, our children grew and we took them skiing, kayaking, climbing, camping and hiking all over the Southwest. On one particular trip we came upon a life-changing concept.

We were all anxiously scurrying to get out of town to have some fun together.

You know the feeling. Not quite panic but definitely high stress. Sharp voices, worry, hurry, edgy. Then it hit me: What are we all scurrying about? None of us wore watches, but I picked up my arm and looked where my watch would have been and called out to the crew, “Hey, everybody! We are right on time.” We didn’t even know the time, but somehow we knew: we were right on time.

It has been the family slogan ever since.

On a Sunday morning a few months ago, Wendy, my dear wife, and I got a phone call from our daughter Jessie who lives in Bend. She’s been here for nearly 15 years.

“Dad, Wendy, the house right behind us just went on the market!”

Wendy and I looked at each other.

Between the two of us, we had lived in Flagstaff for 97 years!

We have been to Bend many times and love it. Two of our grandchildren, Livi and Lyza, are here. Jessie and our son-in-law Jesse are two of our favorite people in the whole world. Jesse and his family have lived in the Bend and Madras areas his whole life. We’ve paddle-boarded on the Deschutes River. Kayaked at Sparks Lake. Cross-country skied at Virginia Meissner Sno Park and hiked trails at Smith Rock. What a place!

The very next day we put an offer on the house. Sight unseen. The market was hot, there was NO time to waste.

Two days later they accepted our offer.

Our heads were spinning. What time is it? Who knew?

We arrived in Bend roughly four weeks ago. Our family moved us in.

Livi and Lyza skip to our house, about 20 seconds down the hill. I opened my new office downtown. Wendy is doing everything to make us legal Oregonians.

My next birthday, I’ll be 75.

In the years ahead, I’d like to share some good stories and some solid, practical, uplifting advice with our new Bend friends.

I believe we’re right on time!

- Burt Gershater is a counselor, leadership trainer, speaker and writer. He can be reached at info@burtgershater.com

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Don't put down that unidentified chocolate object—it could save your life, or at least get you down the road a few more miles.

giving you a sugar high, while dulling the bitter flavors of both chocolate and coffee. Luckily, theobromine also protects against tooth decay.

I got off I-90 in Newton, Massachusetts, and drove through the outskirts of Boston to my mom’s apartment. A few days later we headed for Montana, cup holders full of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee, and Dunkin chocolate muffins in the console, which I incorrectly presumed would be our last best road muffins.

At the Clifton Springs travel plaza in Upstate New York, I got a Starbucks muffin and a double Americano. For nearly a thousand miles, that muffin was the best gas station muffin of the whole trip. I hit Chicago in broad daylight, which was a huge mistake. It was “crunk,” as they say in the urban Midwest, past tense of “crank.”

But with that coffee/cocoa combo — my Road Warrior’s blend — percolating in my veins, I didn’t have to slow down.

In LaCrosse, Wisconsin, I discovered the gas station chocolate muffin of my dreams, at a regional chain called Kwik Trip. The Kwik Trip muffins are baked in the LaCrosse-based “Kwikery” and distributed throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota. Instead of being hard to find, their muffins are displayed in well-lit cases. I was in love, but alas, I was also in a hurry. I hit as many Kwik Trips as possible before I crossed the South Dakota line, and left those lovely Kwik Trip muffins in the rear view mirror.

In Murdo, South Dakota, sometime after midnight, the mask-free convenience store attendant insisted there wasn’t a chocolate muffin. I checked by the coffee, and then the refrigerated case where the sandwiches are, and then over by the doughnuts, in front of the corn dogs, and kept going until I finally found that elusive, theobromine-laced asset on the Hostess rack. Not the creme-filled cupcake. The chocolate muffin. When you’re in limbo, you don’t worry about lowering the bar a little.

She managed to ring me up and take my money without acknowledging me or my chocolate muffin, most likely annoyed that I’d raided her stash. No matter. I had what I needed to plow through another tank of gas, all the way through that covidlaced wasteland and into the world’s greatest state, while my Valentine slept safely in the passenger seat.

Double Chocolate Chip Muffins Servings: 24 muffins Ingredients: ¾ cup vegetable oil 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar ½ cup milk 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 tsp vanilla extract 2/3 cup sour cream 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup cocoa powder 1 ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Instructions: Preheat oven to 375°F and line muffin cups with liners (or lightly grease and flour).

In a large bowl, whisk together oil, sugar, and milk. Stir in eggs and vanilla until well-combined.

Gently fold in sour cream until just-combined.

In a separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Fold flour mixture gently into wet mixture, folding until just barely combined. Stir in 1 ½ cups chocolate chips.

Scoop chocolate muffin batter into prepared muffin tin, filling 2/3-3/4 of the way full.

Sprinkle tops of muffins with remaining chocolate chips.

Bake at 375°F for 18 minutes (toothpick inserted in center should come out with few slightly fudgy crumbs).

For the past two years, Portland’s Killer Burger has been the winner of “Portland’s Best Burger” in the readers’ poll for Willamette Week—similar to the Source’s Best of Central Oregon poll.

Soon, Central Oregonians will be able to enjoy some of those popular burgers right here in Bend.

The Killer Burger franchise announced this week that it had signed a franchise agreement with a Bend local to open one of its “rock ‘n roll” burger joints in Central Oregon. David Cowan, who was born in Portland and raised in Bend, plans to open the city’s first Killer Burger. Killer Burger is known for inventive burgers and “classic” burgers. All of them come with fries and are topped with bacon and delicious sauces. Among its most popular items are the Peanut Butter Pickle Bacon Burger.

Killer Burger, opened in 2010, now has 12 locations in Oregon and Washington, with plans to expand its reach around the Northwest over the next five years. The Bend location is slated to open in August.

Sparrow Bakery Launches Campaign to Support Struggling Restaurants

Who doesn’t love takeout? So how about we do it two times more a week?

Restaurants in Deschutes County got some relief this week when the governor announced a relaxation of guidelines—but they’re still expected to struggle for quite some time, due to the extended closures.

“As widely documented throughout the pandemic, food service and its employees have been suffering for nearly a year due to safety restrictions,” David Boyer of Sparrow Bakery said. “The effect this is having on our city will be felt for years to come as businesses shutter their doors forever and their workers have little or no potential employers to turn to.”

To help restaurants recover, Sparrow Bakery has launched its “Twice More” campaign, asking those who are able to do so to eat out twice more per week, in order to help restaurants survive. That’s the gist of the campaign: Order out two more times a week; help local businesses get through this.

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rt is good when it springs from necessity. This kind of origin is the guarantee of its value; there is no other ––Neal Cassidy In the middle of the night, partway through a cross-country drive, I unfolded myself from the driver’s seat at another random gas station. Someone special was waiting at the east end of Interstate 90, but the rig and I both needed fuel.

As sure as diesel hum at a truck stop, there is a chocolate muffin in the store.

It’s wrapped in clear cellophane and called “Double Chocolate Muffin,” or “Chocolate-Chocolate-Chunk Muffin,” or something along those lines, depending on which semi-local bakery made it.

A gas station chocolate muffin can be hard to find. There is no one place where you can count on it being. But like love, you can find it if you look hard enough, or if you lower the bar enough, all the way down to Hostess if necessary. Not the cream-filled Cupcakes; the chocolate muffin.

Anywhere else, the gas station chocolate muffin might be as forgettable as one highway mile after the last. But our expectations are low at the gas station, and our needs are specific. Enjoyed with a steaming cup of gas station coffee, that dark, chemically moist and shiny chocolate muffin keeps us truckin' all the way to the next pit stop. And the muffin, in turn, elevates that mediocre coffee into something like an artisan cup brewed by a beard in a flannel shirt.

The gas station chocolate muffin and coffee don’t just improve one another’s flavor. They combine their pharmacological forces in turning you into a well-oiled driving machine. Both bittersweet delicacies contain caffeine, of which only coffee contains grown-up levels, while cocoa is rich in a similar molecule, also a stimulant, called theobromine, which translates from Latin to “food of God.” Not as powerful a stimulant as caffeine, it lasts longer, and eases the jittery feelings that caffeine alone can give. There is evidence theobromine improves cognitive function, while reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular diseases.

Cacao famously contains high levels of phenylalanine, which releases dopamine and norepinephrine, the endorphins responsible for the ecstasy of falling in love, and the energy that allows new lovers to talk for hours. Studies have shown most phenylalanine in chocolate gets broken down by enzymes before it has a chance to release those endorphins, but true Cupids know some of those biochemical arrows will hit their marks.

Chocolate also contains endocannabinoids, which human brain cells have special receptors to receive. And what discussion of euphoria would be complete without good old sugar, which triggers the release of yet more endorphins, plus

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All of that is to say that I dearly hope the beautiful new film, “Minari,” allows someone out in the world to feel seen.

The semi-autobiographical film from writer-director Lee Isaac Chung tells the story of a Korean American family that moves from California to rural Arkansas in order to grow Korean produce, and the life-changing struggles they have along the way.

I went into this movie knowing nothing aside from the fact that Steven Yeun was the star and, with his work in this and 2018’s South Korean masterpiece “Burning,” he is becoming one of the most nuanced and astoundingly subtle actors working today. I’m glad I didn’t know anything else about “Minari,” because watching this quiet, unassuming film grow from a ton of tiny little moments into something much grander and more affecting was a joy.

“Minari,” (named after the Korean herb that can thrive no matter where it’s planted) feels so specific to the South Korean immigrant experience that it’s remarkable when the story grows into a dozen new things in the telling. It’s not only a detailed and personal look at the immigrant experience, but a parable on the pursuit of the American dream, a melancholic meditation on the complexities of marriage, a coming-of-age poem about growing up in surroundings that make you feel alien and a delicate reflection on aging that bursts with restrained tenderness.

That’s a lot of things for a movie to be, but the best movies are like the

The magnificent Steven Yeun and Han Ye-ri grow along with the lovely “Minari.”

most interesting people: filled to the brim with complexities that constantly contradict each other until they finally coalesce into a complete portrait.

“Minari” is filled with a quiet empathy that we only have to reach out and touch in order to feel understood. It exists as a reflection of our own families, our own struggles and our own moments of loss

and triumph, while asking us what we need for ourselves to feel understood.

Sometimes, being asked is enough.

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o one on the planet has the same relationship with their family as anyone else does. We’re all either close or distant or estranged or connected or some strange derivation of feelings and emotions that can sometimes be impossible to explain to someone outside of your bizarre little unit.

Yet somehow, really good artists— whether they be novelists, songwriters, filmmakers or anyone in between, can take the specificity of their lives and personal stories and create something that feels universal.

When I was a kid, I had a stepdad who didn’t like me very much and would take any excuse he could to beat the holy hell out of me. As I got older, I didn’t really have a way to process what that was doing to my head until I saw the Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio movie, “This Boy’s Life” (based on an autobiography by Tobias Wolff). It’s Wolff’s story about growing up with his mother and abusive stepfather in the 1950s, and the story is incredibly specific to Wolff and what he went through. But after seeing the movie I felt like I wasn’t going through everything alone. I felt seen.

I’ve said it a thousand times in these pages over the years, but the most important thing that cinema can do for the world is create empathy—not just for different cultures and religions and people, but for ourselves and the struggles we think we’re fighting in the dark.

Good movies are a light, and that illumination can get us through a bad period that we think is our whole life.

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Exploring Crater Lake’s GO HERE Winter Wonderland

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From day trips to multi-day outings, what’s on your bucket list?

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Mountainfilm on Tour’s annual fundraising event goes virtual for two weekends of inspirational films A spectacular winter view across Crater Lake from the West Rim Drive.

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winter trip to Crater Lake National Park is one often filled with superlatives: Incredible. Awesome. Spectacular. Stunning. Bluebird days at the park represent a combination of these descriptors stacked atop each other— surely a Top-10 highlight for the year.

But with that high reward comes some risk, namely, just getting to the caldera’s rim, and contending with storm clouds obscuring the lake.

Winter comes early to Crater Lake and tends to stay late. The first snows start in September and, generally, by November the park’s 33-mile Rim Drive is shut down to vehicle traffic. The maintenance staff spends the following six months working hard at keeping access open, from the Annie Creek entrance on the park’s south side up to Rim Village on the lip of the caldera, as well as Highway 62 that connects to Medford. The North Entrance is closed in winter.

The park averages 42 feet of snowfall a year and has been operating a weather station at Park Headquarters since 1931.

“We used to tell people the average annual snowfall was 44 feet, but that average has dropped over the past several decades,” a park ranger told me.

Wintery bliss, nonetheless.

From Bend, a visit to Crater Lake can be done in a long day or as an easy overnighter with a stay in Chiloquin or

Klamath Falls. The BIG challenge isn’t necessarily planning ahead, it’s how the current conditions will dictate your visit.

Park staff highly encourage visitors to check the park’s website prior to any visit to review the Alerts & Conditions tab which provides up-to-date information on road conditions and weather, as well as the boilerplate information that the North Entrance is closed and that services in the park such as food, gas, and lodging are limited. Even if the forecast looks great, the main issue to check: Is the road open from the Visitor Center to the rim?

If the road is closed due to snow, snowshoers and skiers can take the Raven Trail, a 1-mile trail with around 630 feet of elevational gain, which connects the VC parking area to the rim.

This trail crosses an avalanche run-out, so safety is advised when crossing, and it’s marked with blue diamonds.

If the road is open, visitors can drive up and park at Rim Village (7,100 feet).

“There’s about 5 feet up there right now,” said Mark Cobb, owner of Sky Lakes Wilderness Adventures, who has led snowshoe trips into the park over the past three years. “There are three main trails that we take, depending upon the conditions.” Besides the Raven Trail, Cobb takes his clients out along the West Rim Road.

“Since most of our clientele is families, the West Rim Road is pretty easy and gets Damian Fagan

Skiers and snowshoers explore the winter wonderland in Crater Lake National Park.

them incredible views of the lake,” said Cobb. “That’s what people want to see— the lake in winter—and you get several great vantage points out that way.”

Snowshoers or skiers follow the trail over the closed road out toward Discovery Point, Wizard Island Overlook or to Watchman Peak for a day outing, depending upon the distance. Since the Mt. Mazama eruption some 7,700 years ago, the mountain’s remnant caldera has been steadily filling with rain and snow, creating an immense lake with a maximum depth of 1,949 feet. The clarity of the water creates the stunning blue color.

The lake water also has surrounded the base of Wizard Island, a volcano within a volcano, having formed post-Mt. Mazama eruption in the base of the caldera.

Another option for snowshoers or skiers is to take the East Rim Drive from Park HQ out toward Sun Notch. Around 1.8 miles down the road, at a spot called “The Summit of the First Climb,” winter adventures can turn north and traverse the open slopes to the caldera rim between Garfield and Applegate peaks.

After a nearly 1,000 feet of gain in about 1.5 miles, every adventurer is rewarded with stunning views and a top-of-theworld feeling. Skiers can carve turns on the downhill past stunted whitebark pines and through open meadows while snowshoers can retrace their trail.

In normal, non-pandemic years, the park has a cadre of volunteer ski patrollers and the rangers lead free snowshoe hikes along the rim. Cobb leads a threeday, two-night snow “circle the crater” snow camping excursion that is a certain Bucket-List highlight for adventurous types in a post COVID-19 world. For now, Crater Lake visitors will just have to be content with spectacular views in this superlative-laden place.

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Fellow adventure seekers: I’m hopeful that postponed travel plans and canceled explorations may soon be behind us. While we wait, let's soak up some filmed action shots, stunning scenery and moving personal stories from around the world. After 17 years of showing films at the Tower Theatre, Mountainfilm on Tour is moving to a fully virtual experience. This annual event raises funds for local nonprofit The Environmental Center and brings stories about athleticism, culture and the environment to the (sorta) big screen.

There are 20 featured documentary style short films ranging in length from a few minutes to nearing a half hour. Viewers join in as filmmakers traverse through the dusty Moab for epic climbs, race through the mountains of Morocco while breaking running boundaries or paddle through the stunning and culturally rich San Juan River. Catch a ride on a world-wide cycling movement or get a front row seat to the obscure World Eskimo-Indian Olympics. Each film tackles a unique landscape and brings a fresh perspective and awareness to issues that affect adventure enthusiasts and lovers of the natural world.

While you watch, get inspired for your next escapade and maybe even win some gear to help you get out there.

Viewers are entered to win several different prize packages from local gear shops including Crows Feet: A Mountain Collective or Mountain Supply.

Prizes range from a full set of ski gear to discounts on rentals or gift cards, with the raffle running through March 8. So get cozy, tune in and get ready to dream on, adventurers.

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ASTROLOGY By Rob Brezsny AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I’ve adopted some lines from poet Walt Whitman for you to use in composing a love note. Send it to a person you know and love, or to a person you want to know and love, or a person you will know and love in the future. Here it is: “We are oaks growing in the openings side by side. We are two fishes swimming together. We are two predatory hawks, soaring above and looking down. We are two clouds driving overhead. We are seas mingling, two cheerful waves rolling over each other. We are snow, rain, cold, darkness. We circle and circle till arriving home again, voiding all but freedom and our own joy.”

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “To heal is to touch with love that which was previously touched by fear,” wrote author Stephen Levine. I propose you make this theme a keynote for your best relationships in the coming days. What can you do to alleviate the anxiety and agitation of the people you care for? How might they do the same for you? If you play along with the cosmic rhythms, you will have extraordinary power to chase away fear with love.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Author Anton Chekhov made a radical proposal: ”Perhaps the feelings we experience when we are in love represent a normal state. Being in love shows people who they should be.” In accordance with astrological potentials, my beloved Aries darling, I invite you to act as if Chekhov’s proposal were absolutely true for at least the next two weeks. Be animated by a generous lust for life.

Assume that your intelligence will reach a peak as you express excited kindness and affectionate compassion. Be a fount of fond feelings and cheerful empathy and nourishing ardor.

TAURUS (April 20May 20): Poet and filmmaker Jean Cocteau told the following story about Taurus composer Erik Satie (1866–1925). When Satie died, his old friends, many of whom were highly accomplished people, came to visit his apartment. There they discovered that all the letters they had sent him over the years were unopened. Satie had never read them! How sad that he missed out on all that lively exchange. I beg you not to do anything that even remotely resembles such a lack of receptivity during the coming weeks, Taurus. In fact, please do just the opposite: Make yourself as open as possible to engagement and influence. I understand that the pandemic somewhat limits your social interactions. Just do the best you can.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20): On behalf of the cosmic omens, I demand that the important people in your life be reliable and generous toward you in the coming weeks. You can tell them I said so.

Tell them that you are doing pretty well, but that in order to transform pretty well into very well, you need them to boost their support and encouragement. Read them the following words from author Alan Cohen: “Those who love you are not fooled by mistakes you have made or dark images you hold about yourself. They remember your beauty when you feel ugly; your wholeness when you are broken; your innocence when you feel guilty; and your purpose when you are confused.”

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Alfred de Musset (1810–1857) was the sexual partner of Cancerian novelist George Sand (1804– 1876), also known as Aurore Dupin. He said that after intense love-making sessions, he would fall asleep and wake up to find her sitting at her desk, engrossed in working on her next book. Maybe the erotic exchange inspired her creativity? In accordance with current astrological potentials, I recommend Sand’s approach to you. Vigorous pleasure will coordinate well with hard work. As will deep release with strong focus. As will tender intimacy with clear thinking. (PS: I know your options for pleasure and intimacy may be somewhat limited because of the pandemic. Call on your ingenuity and resourcefulness to work the best magic possible.)

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Leo poet Warsan Shire suggests, “Document the moments you feel most in love with yourself—what you’re wearing, who you’re around, what you’re doing. Recreate and repeat.” This would be an excellent exercise for you to carry out during this Valentine season.

You’re in a phase when you’re likely to enhance your lovability and attract extra support simply by intensifying and refining the affectionate compassion you feel and express toward yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I wish the pandemic would give us a short break so we could celebrate the Valentine season with maximum sensual revelry and extravagant displays of joyful tenderness. I wish we could rip off our masks and forget about social-distancing and hug and kiss everyone who wants to be hugged and kissed. But that’s not going to happen. If we hope to be free to indulge in a Lush Love and Lust Festival by Valentine Season in 2022, we’ve got to be cautious and controlled now. And we are all counting on you Virgos to show us how to be as wildly, lyrically romantic as possible while still observing the necessary limitations. That’s your special task.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Author Raymond Carver wrote, “It ought to make us feel ashamed when we talk like we know what we’re talking about when we talk about love.” That seems like a harsh oversimplification to me. Personally, I think it’s fun and interesting to pretend we know what we’re talking about when we talk about love. And I think that will be especially true for you in the coming weeks. In my astrological opinion, you should be discussing love extensively and boldly and imaginatively. You should redefine what love means to you.

You should re-evaluate how you express it and reconfigure the way it works in your life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I’m turning over this horoscope to psychologist John Welwood. His words are the medicine you need at this juncture in the evolution of intimacy. Study the following quote and interpret it in ways that help illuminate your relationship with togetherness: “A soul connection is a resonance between two people who respond to the essential beauty of each other’s individual natures, behind their facades, and who connect on this deeper level. This kind of mutual recognition provides the catalyst for a potent alchemy. It is a sacred alliance whose purpose is to help both partners discover and realize their deepest potentials.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Transform yourself with the sweetest challenge you can dream up. Give yourself a blessing that will compel you to get smarter and wilder. Dazzle yourself as you dare to graduate from your history. Rile yourself up with a push to become your better self, your best self, your amazingly fulfilled and masterful self. Ask yourself to leap over the threshold of ordinary magic and into the realm of spooky good magic. And if all that works out well, Sagittarius, direct similar energy toward someone you care about. In other words, transform them with the sweetest challenge you can dream up. Dare them to graduate from their history. And so on.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I invite you to compose a message to a person you’d like to be closer to and whom you’re sure would like to be closer to you. Be inspired by what poet Clementine von Radics wrote to the man she was dating, telling him why she thought they could start living together. Here’s her note: “Because you texted me a haiku about the moon when you were drunk. Because you cried at the end of the movie Die Hard on Christmas eve. Because when I’m sick you bring me fruit, kiss me on the mouth, and hold me even though I’m gross. Because you bring me flowers for no reason but on Valentine’s Day you gave me a bouquet of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Because every time I show you a poem I love you’ve read it already.”

Homework: How has the pandemic changed your approach to getting and giving love? How have the restrictions on our ability to mingle with each other altered the ways you seek intimacy? FreeWillAstrology.com

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“IT WAS NOTHING”

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Pearl’s Puzzle

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

C H A T

K N I F E

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

“Honesty is the key to a relationship. If you _______, you’re _____.”

—Anonymous

ANSWER TO LAST WEEK'S PUZZLES

ACROSS 1. Key with two sharps: Abbr.

5. “While we’re talking about it,” in Internet slang 11. Super Bowl LIV halftime show coheadliner with Shakira 14. Review that hopefully translates to sales 15. Accrues, as a massive bar bill 16. Cereal tidbit 17. Brightly colored kitchen appliance?

19. Measurements equal to 1000 joules per sec.

20. Peach leftover 21. Circular shape 22. Bass-line symbol 24. “Did you not hear me the first time?”

26. “Wonderwall” band, warts and all?

30. Relating to the ankle bone 32. Blue Grass Airport’s code 33. More, on some packages 34. Horse reins and bit 36. Crash helper, for short 37. Pig tattooers?

42. Sch. adjacent to a bridge measured in smoots 43. Get to 44. “While I’m thinking of it ...”

46. Org. that assists with telemedicine 47. Working hard at 51. Section of eye-bending prints?

54. “Until next time” 55. Knock out of the water 56. “My Year Abroad” author Chang-___ Lee 58. “Kings & Queens” singer ___ Max 59. “You bring shame to your family’s name!”

60. Holdup in reissuing Beck’s album?

64. Dash lengths 65. “You can forget that happening” 66. Point of view 67. They stereotypically have big heads 68. Overdoes it on stage 69. Mark for life

DOWN 1. “Can we move on, please” 2. Lyra’s mother in “His Dark Materials” 3. Online gamer’s character 4. White House press secretary Psaki 5. Honorific in a Joel Chandler Harris story 6. Sports car supercharger 7. Vitagene test sample 8. “Forged By the Sea” mil. group 9. Software patch, maybe 10. Eyeglasses 11. Laugh-a-minute type 12. They work on a case-by-case basis 13. Sudden death periods: Abbr.

18. Close for the time being, as a theater 23. Not so strict 25. Book ID 27. Best-of-the-best athlete 28. “Put that in your Netflix queue” 29. Took a chair 31. Make stuff up 35. It’s not funny!

37. Canvas application 38. “Things are complicated” 39. Mid-afternoon break 40. Had ‘em rolling in the aisles on open mic night 41. Eithne Pádraigín Ní Bhraonáin’s stage name 42. PRC founder 45. 60 minuti 46. Donkey Kong’s world 48. Like some slanted writing 49. State added during the Civil War 50. More distinguished, so they say 52. Pimply area of the face, to dermatologists 53. Copy line by line?

57. Words said in passing?

59. Transaction ___ 61. Old name for Tokyo 62. Beyond blasted 63. Subject heading?

“February is just plain malicious.

It knows your defenses are down.”

—Katherine Paterson

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Suttle Lodge Virtual Beer Festival offers a variety of beers and fun—all to support independent restaurants in Oregon

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A panel discussion with brewers, live music and bingo add to the virtual fun at this beer fest.

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t’s been a rough 12 months for us beer lovers. So many missed beer festivals; enter virtual beer festivals. I know… it’s not quite the same, but the virtual beer festivals can be quite fun and they can still support great causes. This is the case for the second annual Suttle Lodge Winter Beer Festival (virtual edition). According to Kathrine Bowers, director of digital marketing for The Mighty Union, this year’s goal is to raise $50,000 for the Independent Restaurant Alliance of Oregon, an organization formed to assist independent businesses and their employees during the pandemic. The organization assisted in making cocktails to go in Oregon a thing. It also provides several resources for independent Oregon businesses on its website, indprestaurants.org.

While the festival is virtual, it offers quite a bit of variety and options, including virtual rooms. Participants can attend cooking classes, join a panel discussion with brewers, watch live music and even play Drag Queen Bingo (so excited for this). While I have attended a few virtual beer festivals, none have provided these virtual rooms. It’s a really creative way to have something for everyone.

There are a few ticket options. For $25 participants have access to the virtual rooms. A $40 ticket offers access to the virtual rooms and the ability to pick up a six-pack of a variety of beers.

If you want to partake but don’t like beer (gasp) you can choose the Rambler pack, which includes a six-pack of assorted Rambler sparkling water.

There are three locations for pickup around Oregon. In Bend, locals can pick up at Boss Rambler Beer Club (Grab a Dos Shakas Hazy IPA while there… SO GOOD). The virtual festival date is Saturday, Feb. 20. Ticket holders can pick up festival packs (which also includes a commemorative mug from MiiR) between Feb. 18 and 20.

I’m very excited about this event. I bought a festival pack for myself and my husband, and also purchased bingo cards and raffle tickets. I chose to donate money as well. All this was available when I purchased tickets. Join me in drinking for a good cause—or don’t drink and just partake in the festivities.

With 30 breweries participating, I am excited to get my mixed six-pack. Either way, get out there and support our local businesses. They’ve never needed it more. Stay safe and cheers everyone— stay strong and soon we will be able to celebrate face to face!

2nd Annual Suttle Lodge Winter Beer Fest Sat., Feb. 20. 5-8pm.

Virtual Festival Tickets at Eventbrite $25 - $40

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I’m a girl in my early 20s, and I recently started dating a guy I met in college. I’m very happy, except for one issue: For as long as I’ve known him, he’s followed Instagram accounts of attractive women with provocative photos (ranging from half-naked to entirely naked), and he’ll “like” these pics. This really bothers me; however, I don’t want to be the overbearing girlfriend.

Why does he do this, and does it matter?

—Disturbed There’s a certain kind of man who’s drawn to the sight of half-naked pert breasts, and it’s the kind whose eyes have yet to be plucked out by crows.

This does not change when a man is in a relationship, even if he really, really loves the woman he’s with. But many women believe that the eyes of a man in love wouldn’t wander up and down other women and that being in a relationship should limit where eyeballs are allowed to travel: basically, You can’t have your cake and look at other cake, too.

Men have perhaps 15 to 20 times the testosterone women do, and this seems to play a major role in how visually powered male sexuality is. An episode of NPR’s “This American Life” featured Griffin Hansbury, who was born female and lived as a lesbian and then underwent sex reassignment surgery.

Transitioning began with testosterone injections. Before starting testosterone, Hansbury would see a woman on the subway and think: “She’s attractive. I’d like to meet her. What’s that book she’s reading?” With the testosterone injections, even noticing nice ankles on a woman flooded Hansbury’s mind “with aggressive pornographic images. ... It was like ... a pornographic movie house in my mind. And I couldn’t turn it off.”

It’s important to note that Hansbury overdid it on the testosterone injections at first, giving himself two to seven times the testosterone of the average male.

So, the 24-hour porno mind Hansbury describes is probably seriously extreme compared with what goes through your boyfriend’s mind. However, a general idea of what men experience points to why strip clubs for men are big business, while the few strip clubs for women are funny business: places they go not to get turned on but to haze a bride-to-be, laughing in her face at the giant flashing plastic vagina hat they’ve made her wear.

Ask a man why he eye-humps a woman, and if he’s honest, he’ll tell you it’s because she’s hot. But there’s

an underlying (subconscious) reason: “Evolution makes me do it.” Because men only get pregnant in women’s revenge fantasies, they evolved not to seek committed “providers” as partners as women do, but to prioritize physical attractiveness. We all like a nice view, but there’s more to this preference than aesthetics. The features men find beautiful in women -- youth, smooth skin, pillowy lips, “neotenous” (aka childlike) features like big eyes, and an hourglass figure -- are correlated with fertility and health. In other words, men evolved to be drawn to women who look like really great candidates for passing on their genes.

Amy Alkon Men’s brains motivate them to stare at sexual eye candy in ways women’s brains do not. In brain imaging research by psychiatrist and neuroscientist Hans C. Breiter and his colleagues, heterosexual men viewing attractive female faces showed increased activation in the brain’s “reward regions”: areas involved in the anticipation of reward (also activated by food, drugs, and money). The message to the man: “That’s rewarding! Go get it!”

The good news is we are not mental robots, slaves to our urges. In most men, the brain’s “go get it!” message simply leads to more looking, not nooners with the hot-erellas of Instagram.

Some women consider looking cheating, and they tell their partner he’s not allowed to eyeball other women. Chances are this doesn’t stop the looking; it just turns men into sneaks and liars and their partner into the enemy they have to keep secrets from. You don’t say that when your boyfriend’s with you he goes rude and unloving: stops talking midsentence while his eyes hike up some underdressed woman’s boobs. So, maybe you can use the strong biological and physiological basis of men’s girl gawking to keep yourself from taking his Instagram sightseeing personally.

Consider that the guy set aside another strong evolved male preference -- the longing for sexual variety -to be with you. In other words, being with you means a lot to him. Sure, he still spends time browsing in the online mall of naked and half-naked women, but browsing isn’t buying. Assess whether he seems to be a good person, a person of character, and a guy who consistently shows you he loves you and has your back. If so, your best bet might be staying out of his browser history and recognizing that a little eye-humping doesn’t mean there will be eye-penis coordination.

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Bend and Redmond were commercial rivals up until 1915, when two large lumber mills decided to locate in Bend, leading to Bend’s more rapid population growth. The 1920s brought more construction including the beginnings of the airport and Redmond Union High School. In 1928 the New Redmond Hotel opened to guests, built out of brick after the former had been destroyed by fire. During the 1930s the airport was improved and turned into the Redmond Air Base by the Army Air Corps to train B-17 and P-38 pilots, later becoming Roberts Field. During this time the completion of the Highway 97 bridge over the Crooked River Canyon and irrigation canals in the area allowed for easier access and thus helped the lumber industry and potato farming to thrive through the 1980s.

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In the early 20th Century the area was inhabited by settlers determined to carve out a piece of their American dream amongst the sagebrush and juniper trees. Redmond gained its name from Frank and Josephine Redmond, who settled in what would become the downtown area. Lured with the possibility of free homesteading and promise of the railroad’s arrival, land and business speculators, along with farmers, came to town. There were even promotional pamphlets stating, “Everything points to Redmond as a commercial center. Merchants, professional men, manufacturers, home seekers should investigate Redmond now, before the railroad is completed, before values enhance greatly, before the big opportunities are all taken.”

The population was 216 people when the City of Redmond was incorporated on July 6, 1910. The downtown was lined with storefronts, a library, a hospital, bank, lumberyard, several businesses and a volunteer fire department. On Sep. 21, 1911, the golden spike was driven on what is now Evergreen Avenue, indicating the completion of

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