Source Weekly February 16, 2023

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Welcome to another week filled with local stories and local events – and in the case of this week’s Opinion piece, a new-old local idea that we believe could really “float.” (It’s a pun that you’ll get once you read the Opinion piece… I couldn’t resist.) Inside this issue you’ll also find an interview with one of the artists playing this weekend’s Oregon WinterFest, a Chow story on an attempt to eat as much spicy food as possible in the shortest amount of time (do not recommend), a Little Bites section featuring updates on openings and movings in the food scene, and in Sound, a story about the last hurrah at the current location for Spoken Moto. So get to reading, would you? I hope you enjoy your week.

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OPINION

Bring Back the Bend Water Pageant, Tweaked for Modern Times

Bear with us while we get a little aspirational here. There will be exclamation marks!

This month, the work on the trails hugging Mirror Pond is causing water levels to be low in that part of our beloved Deschutes River. That is causing evidence of the past to show up –namely, the pilings that once held up the docks that were part of Bend’s annual Water Pageant – a cultural touchstone for Bend until the mid-1960s.

Ignore the ugly sight of un-dredged, muddy waters and rickety old wood docks and start to dream, here, Bend: Wouldn’t it be great to bring back the Water Pageant?!

Imagine! Kids and adults dressed in their water-friendly finest, paddling on their various watercrafts through a beautiful arch designed to display the beauty of Bend; the Three Sisters framed in the background like so many idyllic scenes displayed on the bottles of our favorite local Pale Ale. People gathered around to celebrate the river, to honor the waters that bring so many visitors to our lovely burg each year. It would be glorious! It could be a celebration of how Water is Life! It could re-ignite our collective love for that most basic of human needs, its evidence flowing right through town!

It would be a reminder of the past but also a celebration of the future. This wouldn’t just be about beauty queens parading on the river; instead, it could introduce new forms of “beauty queens,” reminding people about the importance of salmon and trout and other aquatic life. It could offer opportunities for local nonprofits to share their stories of how they work

to protect the waters of Central Oregon. Indigenous peoples of the region could similarly share their stories of the importance of water and the local rivers. The event could also include a community-wide “River Day” river cleanup – hearkening back to another local event that has gone by the wayside in recent years.

In short, a renewed Water Pageant could bring back the community spirit that the past pageant had, but added to it would be a modern twist.

Of course, we don’t want to get too rah-rah without a little practicality. The pilings that mark the remnants of a mid-century pageant are currently pretty dangerous and can be a hazard for people on small watercrafts. Messing with the pilings, difficult to remove and potentially considered “historic,” could be a headache. In terms of financials, past Water Pageants were funded by private businesspeople; another potential hurdle. Fortunately, in our modern age, our present tourism surge could help with funds. We see no reason why a group of private citizens couldn’t apply for a Bend Cultural Tourism grant – a pot of money funded by tourism dollars that continues to grow every year – to help fund the effort in homage of our most precious of natural resources. It would only take the will and the enthusiasm of a few passionate individuals to make this happen.

Since the topic is water and there is no more precious resource on Earth, Bend could very well see this popular project from the past brought into the modern day. Who’s with us?!

MAAS, TABITHA JOHNSTON, LAUREN HOFFMAN, LAURA ACEVEDO, COURTNEY MCLAUGHLAN, BRIAN LOUDIS, & KELLI SMITH

RE: LEAVE, STAY, FIGHT SCREEN, 2/9

Miriam Toews is the author of Women Talking — she’s the genius behind the title. And, as ever, the book is better than the movie. Also worth mentioning that the story is true (the horrible events at the heart of the movie really happened to a Mennonite community).

—LeeAnn Kriegh via bendsource.com

10 REASONS TO SUPPORT SB 610

The Oregon Food Bank and Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon are excited to put forth SB 610, Food for All Oregonians (FFAO), during the 2023 legislative session, which creates a state-funded, community-designed program to ensure food assistance and security for ALL Oregonians regardless of where they were born. But why should YOU support it?

1. People that grow our food in Oregon should be able to afford it.

2. Immigrant workers pay into the same food safety net all workers pay into but are excluded from receiving support.

3. The federal government already takes this money out of their paychecks, so immigrants are effectively paying for services only citizens have access to.

4. Immigrant Oregonians are essential, let’s not essentially exploit them.

5. This exclusion impacts children of immigrant parents and exacerbates racial disparities in Oregon.

6. The FFAO Campaign envisions an Oregon where all people have access to food no matter where they were born or what their immigration status may be.

7. FFAO will put financial resources in the hands of our lowest-earning workers and in circulation right back

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into our rural and urban communities.

8. If you love tacos, tamales or any dish from another culture then it would be not just racist but also hypocritical to ignore this exclusion.

9. Many essential workers will be afraid to advocate for themselves and this is YOUR opportunity to step into allyship.

10. Does this vision align with your congregation, organization, or business? If YES, follow SB 610 on the legislature website and show your support during upcoming hearings.

— En comunidad, Joanne Mina Bend resident and Human Rights and Equity Commission Vice-Chair

RE: CHRIS STAPLETON’S ALL-AMERICAN ROAD SHOW. CALENDAR, 2/10

I tried both days to buy a ticket and was in the waiting room online pre-registered and still couldn’t get a ticket unless I wanted to pay over $400 Such a Bummer!

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MORATORIUM ON THE TERM BENDITE

Who dropped the ball on the moniker given to people living in Bend, Oregon? Bendites? Ugh. That’s a misshapen and foul-tasting word. It’s not a name that bubbles with pride or enthusiasm. It rings as more of an insult than a compliment. “Listen here, you filthy little Bendite.”

I don’t know the origin of the word, nor do I care, but I know we as a people can do better. This issue was first

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brought to my attention by a witty, soft-handed fella named Simon. He’s got a way of expressing all variations of aggravation in his facial expressions and when I mentioned the word Bendite, his face said it all.

The sooner we admit Bendite is a lame excuse moniker for our townspeople, the sooner we can replace it with something better. Fortunately, I haven't come here to stink up the place and leave — I’ve got a solution. Mostly, Simon had the solution and I’m here to spread his gospel.

BENDERS! That’s the name. It’s not a crazy swing. We’re not being overly cute or unnecessarily creative with it. This is a beer-drinking town. We love the outdoors and dogs and skiing, but really, at the heart of it, we’re a beer-with-friends town. Beer on the river. Beer after a day at the mountain. This is Bend — we are Benders.

This isn’t a negotiation. I’m not here begging for change. This is a public demand. Not a negotiation, not a reframing, but a simple reconciliation. The people have spoken and it’s time to restore sense to this place so many of us call home.

People come from all over the world to see Bend. Do you think they’re coming to see Bendites? Or are they here for the Benders? It’s too late to fight against it. The Benders are here to stay.

I hereby issue a moratorium on the goofy utterance of the term “Bendite.” Let it go. Henceforth, the people

of Bend, Oregon, will be referred to as Benders — nothing more, nothing less.

—Grant Woods

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—Nicole Vulcan

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Bachelor President Leaves Company

Mt. Bachelor is under new, temporary leadership after seven years under John McLeod

By Jack Harvel

POWDR Corp. announced this month that Mt. Bachelor’s president and general manager left the company as of Feb. 3.

“John McLeod is leaving Mt. Bachelor to pursue other opportunities and will no longer serve as President and General Manager. We thank John for his contributions to Mt. Bachelor and the Central Oregon community and wish him the best in the future,” said POWDR Corp’s Vice President of Communication and Government Affairs Stacey Hutchinson, in a statement. John Sereni, Mt. Bachelor’s marketing and communication director, also left the company on Feb. 3 after nine months with the company.

McLeod started working for Mt. Bachelor in 2005 as the director of business development. He spent six years in that role before a four-year stint working for Bend Research Inc. and Hayden Homes before returning to Mt. Bachelor — briefly as a finance director before his promotion to general manager.

McLeod presided over the construction of Mt. Bachelor’s Cloudchaser ski lifts, a 1,400-foot zipline and the development of a new master plan. There’s also been controversy during his tenure. In 2021, over 13,000 people signed a petition against Mt. Bachelor’s implementation of a “fast pass” that allows people to cut lift lines for a fee. Two wrongful death lawsuits demand nearly $80 million from the company over what the plaintiffs consider failures to protect skiers. One lawsuit claims Mt.

Bachelor didn’t mark tree wells with ropes or poles on March 2, 2018, leading to the deaths of Nicole Panet-Raymond, 19, and Alfonso Braun, 24. The other lawsuit claims the resort should’ve shut down lifts on Jan. 16, 2021, when 9-yearold Brecken Boice collided with a rock amid allegedly icy conditions.

In September Mt. Bachelor created a two-tier season pass to avoid similar lawsuits, offering a $250 discount on adult season passes for people willing to sign a liability waiver. Mt. Bachelor is a partner of Protect Oregon Recreation,

an advocacy group that seeks to reform Oregon’s waiver law to more closely resemble other Western states. The Senate Judiciary Commitee is holding a public hearing on the Protect Oregon Recreation’s bill on Wednesday, Feb. 15.

“In 13 out of 14 Western states, liability releases are legally enforceable helping outdoor recreation providers in those states address dangers that are inherent to recreating outdoors,” McLeod said in a statement announcing the change in season ticket pricing. “Unfortunately, outdoor recreation

Talks Continue as Nurse Shortage Looms

providers in Oregon do not have this type of legal protection and are being challenged by rapidly increasing insurance premiums and legal costs.”

Brian Dobias, POWDR’s senior vice president of finance, will fill McLeod’s role on an interim basis while the company searches for a new president. Dobias has nearly 20 years of experience in financial roles in the outdoor industry, with the last six at POWDR’s Park City headquarters.

St. Charles nurses are negotiating a contract in a health care system that desperately needs more nurses

By Jack Harvel

Over 150 hospital workers and sup-

porters rallied for nurse’s pay and increased staffing Feb. 14 outside of St. Charles Medical Center in Bend. The Oregon Nurses Association represents about 1,000 St. Charles nurses who are bargaining with the hospital on a new labor contract, after the previous one expired Dec. 31. The two parties met in December and January, and are continuing their third and fourth days of negotiations.

“Our primary goal is to recruit and retain nurses, and I think the hospital is aligned with that goal as well. There's no disagreement that we need better staffing. I don't think there's a dispute from either side — with administrators or a union — that we need an increase in

wages in order to create a better staffing situation. It's just a matter of figuring out the specific details,” said Penn Meringoll, a registered nurse at St. Charles.

Representatives from St. Charles said the hospital system is taking steps to recruit and retain nurses. On Feb. 13 the hospital system announced a $5 per hour increase for all registered nurses at the Bend campus.

“We totally agree that staffing is a challenge. There's a national nursing shortage, we have to keep our wages competitive, focus on retaining and recruiting nurses and all types of caregivers that help take care of our patients,” said Julie Ostrom, senior nursing director for perioperative and cardiovascular services. “That $5-an-hour increase for

RNs that was announced yesterday is a first step towards that.”

The American Federation of Teachers released a study on health care staffing in November, 2022, finding that 55,000 registered nurses left the industry between 2021 and 2022, and that those leaving skewed young. A month later, ONA published a survey on nurse staffing, finding that less than 1% reported their unit is always staffed appropriately. Half of the respondents said they’re caring for too many patients on most of their shifts. Oregon law doesn’t mandate state staffing but does require nurses and managers to agree to staffing levels.

“Every unit is a little bit different, but we are focusing on numbers that

are appropriate, that allow a nurse to take care of either critically or acutely ill patients in a better setting. So, for the ICU, we are focusing on one nurse to every two, possibly three, patients depending on their acuity. For acute care, we are focusing on one nurse to every four patients. In pediatrics, we are focusing on one nurse to every three patients,” said Megan Bovi, a Registered Nurse at St. Charles.

Negotiations can drag on for a long time, with the last round’s talks concluding in January 2019 after seven months of back and forth. Meringoll said they’re hoping to avoid contentious, long-lasting negotiations, but ONA President Tamie Cline told demonstrators that negotiations are generally tougher in

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POWDR Corp. bought Mt. Bachelor in 2001. It’s the sixth-largest resort in the company by area, and has been in operation since 1958.

Central and Eastern Oregon.

“We have an administration that says, ‘We're not Portland, we can't give you those resources.’ What they also are more than willing to say is, ‘You're really good nurses and you really know what you're doing, but we don't have the money to support you guys.’ We have to work a little bit harder than anyone else in the state, because our patients are just as sick as everyone else in the state,” Cline said.

St. Charles operated at a loss during much of the pandemic. In May it announced that 105 people will be laid off and 76 vacant positions would be eliminated as the hospital operated at a negative operating margin. St. Charles rebounded at the end of 2022 with four straight months in the green, but it still ended 2022 at a $17 million loss. A St. Charles spokesperson said the $5 per hour investment in caregivers will help

it financially in the long run. During the pandemic St. Charles, like many health systems across the country, used more-expensive travel nurses to meet demand.

ONA Communications Manager Kevin Mealy doesn’t deny that St. Charles has been less profitable, but argued the years leading up to it was one of the most profitable eras in health care history. Oregon Health Authority records show St. Charles made over $230 million between 2012 and 2022 from just its hospitals, not including its clinics, medical groups and investment portfolio.

“How St. Charles is spending the last 10 years of record profits and its stewardships of the multimillion dollars in public funding it received are trends we need to monitor closely and consider when we hear about new quarterly returns,” Mealy said in an email.

State Resolution on Declaring Shelter Dogs, Cats, the State Pet Sailing through the Legislature

House Resolution 8 has wide support, passing the House with 58 bipartisan votes in favor, and is scheduled for discussion in the Senate on Thursday

By Lynne Terry, Oregon Capital Chronicle

Every state has chosen symbols to reflect its flora, fauna and people, and so it is in Oregon.

The state has a state animal (beavers), state flower (Oregon grape) and fruit (pear). Oregon also has a state dance (square dance), beverage (milk) and motto: “She flies with her own wings.”

But alas, the state has no officially recognized pet, despite the hundreds of thousands of dogs, cats, birds, bunnies and other creatures owned by besotted Oregonians. State lawmakers are moving toward rectifying that with a proposal to declare shelter dogs and cats the state pet.

Late last month, a one-page declaration on the proposal, House Resolution 8, passed the House Committee on Rules with unanimous endorsement and then sailed through the House with 58 bipartisan votes in favor and only one opponent, Republican Rep. Jamie Cate of Lebanon.

The proposal is now in the Senate rules committee and scheduled to be discussed Thursday.

Rep. David Gomberg, a co-chief sponsor who currently owns three rescue cats, including one three-legged kitty called Skipper, said that naming shelter pets as a state symbol would encourage adoptions, help the pets, adopting families and even taxpayers.

“We spend millions each year for food, shelter and medical care for

animals in our public tax subsidized shelters,” Gomberg, D-Otis, told the Capital Chronicle in an email.

The resolution says the shelter pets and Oregonians share resilience, endurance and the ability to overcome difficulties – and declares that both embrace optimism, with many enduring “unimaginable hardship.”

“Oregon is the land of the second chance, something every shelter dog or cat deserves,” the resolution states.

Dozens of people submitted written testimony or testified in favor of the resolution, including veterinarians, pet owners and owners on behalf of their pets, lawmakers and the president and CEO of the Oregon Humane Society,

“Oregonians adopt more than 18,000 cats and dogs from shelters every year,” Harmon wrote. “Shelter pets embody the rugged perseverance and strength that represents Oregon’s history and are valued across the state today. Each adopted pet’s story is a story of hope and optimism, a story of finding a home, and a story of love and connection.”

Letters in favor of the move pointed out that Oregon ranks high as a pet-friendly state (third according to BringFido, a pet-friendly travel company) and that Colorado, California, Georgia, Illinois, Ohio and Tennessee have also designated shelter pets as their state pet.

Gomberg expects the resolution to pass.

Two other proposals call for the recognition of a state film and vegetable. House Resolution 14 calls for declaring the 1975 movie “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” the state’s official film.

“The film won countless awards for its groundbreaking, humanistic portrayal of persons with mental illness,” the resolution states, and “was shot almost entirely on location at the Oregon State Hospital in Salem.”

Senate Resolution 3 urges the state to adopt the potato as the official vegetable.

It says potatoes are inexpensive, grown across the state and packed with nutrients, like vitamins B6 and C and potassium, iron and fiber. They have no fat, gluten or cholesterol, it adds, but doesn’t mention carbohydrates.

Neither proposal has gained much traction. Both have been sent to their respective rules committees but they’ve not been scheduled for a discussion.

The last time Oregon adopted a new symbol was in 2011 when the Legislature declared Jory soil the state soil. Found in the Willamette and Umpqua valleys, Jory soil provides a rich environment to grow other state symbols: Douglas firs, hazelnuts and Christmas trees. Despite its worthiness, soil scientists fought nearly two decades for official recognition.

-Reprinted under a Creative Commons license from Oregon Capital Chronicle.

Sharon Harmon.

Kids participate in the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s Tales for Tails Program, reading to shelter animals.

Courtesy Humane Society of Central Oregon/File Photo

Over 150 Oregon Nurses Association demonstrators heard from health care workers, ONA leaders and Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler on Tuesday, Feb. 14. The hospital system and union are entering their third day of negotiations.

Mt Bachelor está bajo nueva directiva temporal

Por / By Jack Harvel Translated by Jéssica Sánchez-Millar

POWDR Corp. anunció este mes que el presidente y gerente general de Mt. Bachelor dejó la compañía desde el 3 de febrero.

“John McLeod deja Mt. Bachelor para buscar otras oportunidades y ya no ejercerá como Presidente y Gerente General. Le damos las gracias a John por sus aportaciones en Mt. Bachelor y hacia la comunidad del Centro de Oregon y le deseamos lo mejor a futuro,” dijo en un informe la Vicepresidenta de Comunicaciones y Asuntos Gubernamentales de POWDR Corp, Stacey Hitchinson. John Sereni, director de mercadotecnia y comunicaciones de Mt. Bachelor, también dejó la compañía el 3 de febrero después de estar nueve meses en la compañía.

McLeod comenzó a trabajar para Mt. Bachelor en 2005 como director de desarrollo empresarial.

McLeod presidió la construcción de los telesquī Cloudchser de Mt. Bachelor, una tirolesa de 1,400 pies y el desarrollo de un nuevo proyecto maestro. También ha habido controversia durante su cargo. En 2021, más de 13,000 personas firmaron una petición en contra de la implementación del “pase rápido” de Mt. Bachelor que permite a las personas cortar fila a los ascensores por una cuota. Dos demandas por muerte que exigen casi $80 millones a la compañía por lo que los demandantes consideran fallas a la protección de los esquiadores.

En septiembre, Mt. Bachelor creó un pase para la temporada para evitar demandas similares, ofreciendo un descuento de $250 en los pases para adultos para las personas dispuestas a firmar una exención de responsabilidad. Mt. Bachelor es socio de Protect Oregon Recreation, un grupo de defensa que busca reformar la ley de exención de Oregon para que se asemeje más a la de otros estados del Oeste. El Comité Judicial del Senado llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el Projecto de Ley para la Protección de Recreación de Oregon el día miércoles 15 de febrero.

Brian Dobias, el director de finanzas, tomará el puesto de McLeod de manera interina.

El presidente de la Comisión para la industria de Cannabis y Licores en Oregon, Steve Marks, renunció a su puesto como director ejecutivo de la agencia gubernamental a partir del miércoles 15 de febrero, después que la gobernadora Tina Kotek le exigiera su renuncia. Marks encabezó la entidad, que controla la venta y la producción de bebidas alcohólicas y la marihuana en el estado, desde 2013, un año antes de que se afiliara al control de cannabis. Willamette Week reportó primero que Kotek le pidió a Marks retirarse de su puesto el 1 de febrero, pero Kotek dijó que su administración no estaba enterada de los presuntos abusos de poder al momento que solicitó la renuncia de Marks por medio de una carta a la Comisión para la Industria de Cannabis y Licores.

De acuerdo con The Oregonian, una investigación interna encontró que Marks y otros funcionarios apartaron licor escaso para uso personal. Oregon controla en gran medida las bebidas alcohólicas por medio de OLCC, que prohíbe la venta de licores fuertes en las tiendas de autoservicio, estandariza los precios establecidos en las licorerías y organiza los sorteos en relación a las marcas de licor escaso. De acuerdo con el informe de The Oregonian, Marks admitió haber apartado botellas de Pappy Van Winkle 23, de las cuales quien entra en el sistema de lotería, tiene de una en 5,000 posibilidades para adquirirlas. El bourbon se vende al por menor entre $80 a $250, pero a menudo su escasez aumenta su valor en el mercado postventa a varios miles de dólares. Marks le dijo a los investigadore que no creyo violar las leyes de ética de Oregon. Al menos otros cinco funcionarios desviaron la bebida alcohólica para comprarla después, uno de ellos dijo que era una costumbre generalizada en OLCC. El departamento supuestamente también redirigió el licor a los legisladores del estado. Marks no abordo la controversia en su carta de renuncia a la comisión OLCC. Kotek solicita la renuncia de otros trabajadores que abusaron del poder en la OLCC, pidiendo a la Junta de Comisionados de la OLCC que implante un nuevo liderazgo y que saque a los gerentes y a los ejecutivos que se han beneficiado de sus cargos en la OLCC. El viernes 10 de febrero, la fiscal general de Oregon, Ellen Rosenblum, dijo que están abriendo una investigación delictiva en relación al cumplimiento de la ética en la OLCC.

Las autoridades de la OLCC utilizaron su puesto para obtener bebidas alcohólicas escasas

Yes, We Can

Oregonians are allowed to redeem only 350 recyclable cans a day under the state’s Bottle Bill, but a Bend man is trying to change that

By Jack Harvel

On Friday, Feb. 10, Justin Gottlieb hosted what he called a “Homeless Huddle” to organize people who make money recycling cans in Bend. Gottlieb’s background is in marketing and community organizing — including an unsuccessful bid to join the Bend Park and Recreation District board — but he started collecting and recycling aluminum cans in 2020.

Gottlieb liked canning but didn’t like the limits placed on how many cans he could return a day. Bend’s Bottle Drop accepts a maximum of 350 cans a day. Gottlieb’s meeting was a step to overturn current laws or otherwise work around or create a permit process for canners. We caught up with Gottlieb after the meeting to learn more about the project. The interview has been edited for length and clarity.

Source Weekly: I'll start by just asking how you got into canning?

Justin Gottlieb: It was during the beginning of COVID-19. I was unemployed, no aid was coming through. And one day I asked my property manager if she minded if I started collecting the cans here in the building, to have a few extra bucks. She said yes and the rest is history.

SW: How many cans can you collect in a day? And where do you typically source them from?

JG: It varies. I Those of us that do it, gather most of our supply from the blue recycling bins. I use a technique where I canvass turfs instead of randomly going through neighborhoods. I actually know

the folks I'm getting cans from. On Halloween, I attempt to drop everyone a little piece of candy and a card thanking them for their support. And many of us who can do try and do outreach, but no one wants us ringing their doorbell at 4am.

SW: Is there ever any conflict with the people recycling in those blue bins?

JG: There is conflict. There's conflict in the property owners and those of us that are trying to collect the cans. It has to do with the fact that no one knows who owns the refuse once it's taken to the street. Remember, no one owns trash, and if they did it would be stupid.

SW: What was the goal of the homeless huddle and the outcome of that meeting?

JG: The goal was to try and create awareness of the $35 per day limit, the number of cans that are being improperly disposed of, and that many of us are attempting to use this to get our own lives moving.

SW: And what was the turnout like?

JG: We had about a dozen people I'd say. It's really hard to have a meeting from 7 to 9 in the morning. We had someone swing by who was legitimately homeless working out of, living out of their backpack. We had someone swing by who was doing the canning in the same way that I am with the same issue. We had an individual who was working part time and choosing to live out of his vehicle. We also had a neighborhood activist swing by asking what was up, as well as a nice Hispanic immigrant

who was looking for work and couldn't hardly speak a lick of English. And that's a pretty good cross-section in terms of, we need to figure out which services are targeting which groups so we know where to place everyone. From my perspective, I'm a sociologist, and an archaeologist and a public administrator. And I've just kind of found my calling. I'm happier doing what I'm doing now working from 3 in the morning til 10 am than I ever was working for corporate America or Main Street America.

SW: What's the challenge of organizing this group?

JG: The challenges are broad and far-reaching. Number one, that the income they can legally earn does not allow them to have a permanent address. Imagine yourself working and only being able to earn $35 per day. We like to say that, as far as we care, everyone can get up at 3am, sort trash and live in a tent. We all say we want to recycle. But we really don't want to put the infrastructure in place. I would say I'm disappointed by the responses I've got from the local social service agencies, as well as the trash service. This appears to be the one thing that no one wants to talk about. But the folks living in the trash would like to discuss all of this.

SW: The meeting was called Homeless Huddle; are people canning usually homeless or are some housed and doing this as a side gig?

JG: The beauty of this project is, whether it's a union, whether it's an association, whether it's a code of

conduct, that anyone would be able to participate, be it an adult, child, living at home, someone who's graduated from college, I take a very, very broad view of what it means to be homeless. That I know folks who use this to pay off medical debts. I just was able to secure financing for a new vehicle because of this. And we need some rules at the state level, so that we can stop yelling at each other, and fighting about something that we all agree on.

SW: How do companies that pick up recycling feel about this?

JG: This clashes with the Oregon bottle and recycling cooperative, Republic Trash Services, Oregon beverage companies, the beer industry, the OLCC, the wholesale Beer Distribution, that this thing literally touches every aspect of commerce. All you have to do is go to your grocery store and look at how many aisles have redeemable containers in them. The reason I'm going very, very slowly on all of this, because I would rather work with people than against them.

SW: I saw you reached out to our local legislators. What are your next steps?

JG: We need to figure out a permit process or a workaround on this $35 per day, 350 per person container rule. I don't know what that looks like. I could use help. I'm self-funding this organization to a certain extent.

Bottle Drops won’t take more than 350 cans per day from an individual, limiting income for some people who’ve taken to canning for a living.

Photos by Jack Harvel

SOURCE PICKS

THURSDAY 2/16

BEND 101

EMPHASIZING ARTS AND CULTURE

At this event, held in the historical Tower Theatre, attendees will learn the ins and outs of Bend, its history and how to get involved in the community. This program will specifically focus on the arts and culture in Bend, the growth in the creative community and how to network with these individuals. Thu., Feb. 16, 5:308pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $15.

FRIDAY 2/17

ICY HAWT: A SEKSÉ PRODUCTION OF DANCE & POLE PERFORMANCES

WEAR YOUR BEST DRESS

Come for this winter dance and pole showcase with interactive performances, auctions and more! There will be a red carpet, so don’t be afraid to dress up and get fancy with your friends. These performers are true athletes on the dance floor, and you won’t want to miss their talent! Fri., Feb. 17, 6-11pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $50-$60.

FRIDAY 2/17

JENNER FOX BAND

SOUL, LAUGHTER AND COMMUNITY

Jenner Fox is a singer songwriter who finds his sound through purity, artful tone and poetry. His band is joining the stage for a lively performance at the groovy Belfry. Come for a folk rock, indie show that will hit all of the live music cravings you’ve been having. Fri., Feb. 17, 7-11pm. The Belfry, 302 E Main Ave., Sisters. $20.

SATURDAY 2/18

2023 5K AND 10K TRAINING GROUPS

TRAIN TWICE A WEEK

Want to get into running? Need a little extra motivation? This is the best place to start and to feel supported. FootZone is hosting training groups for 5K and 10K distances, and it’s starting this week! Become a runner and hit your goal! Sat., Feb. 18, 8am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend. $120.

SATURDAY 2/18

DJ ANIME THROWDOWN

SPINNING RECORDS IN COSPLAY

It’s exactly what you think it is—a DJ dance party in cosplay! Dress up, get pumped and dance the night away with bass, house and techno music. Daedelay, Gr33npi3ce, Filthy Bisquit and McLovin' will spin some records for the anime lovers. Sat., Feb. 18, 8pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. $5 or 5 cans of food.

SATURDAY 2/18

COMEDY AT CRAFT: MANSPLAINED

EMPOWERING FUNNIES

This all-female comedy showcase features local comedian favorites, and Katy Ipock will host. Telling stories of “mansplaining,” these women will make you laugh with relatable funnies that will have you on the floor. Sat., Feb. 18, 8-10 pm. Craft Kitchen and Brewery, 62988 NE Layton Ave., #103, Bend. $15.

SATURDAY 2/18

MOVIE NIGHT WITH THE FATHER'S GROUP: "IN OUR MOTHERS' GARDENS"

GOOD MOVIE, GOOD FOOD, GOOD CONVERSATION

Watch “In Our Mothers’ Gardens,” a movie about the strength of Black women and families through the story of relationships between children and their mothers. Watch, reflect, discuss and snack on some food! Sat., Feb. 18, 6-9pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $10-$15.

SUNDAY 2/19

HEAVY GUS

INDIE-ROCK TRIO

Featuring members from The Lumineers and Blind Pilot, this band is performing indie tunes for the PNW. Stopping in Bend, it will be Heavy Gus’ first time performing in Central Oregon. Catch the show and rock out to these alternative tracks! Sun., Feb. 19, 7pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $15.

SUNDAY 2/19

MAC SABBATH

A FAST FOOD TWIST ON BLACK SABBATH TUNES

Mac Sabbath is a drive-thru metal band featuring four crazy, spirited, talented musicians—the Catburglar on drums, Grimalice on bass, Ronald Osbourne on vocals and Slayer MacCheeze on guitar. This lively, random, crazy show will keep you on your toes the whole performance. Name another chance you will get to listen to fast food metal. You can’t. Sun., Feb. 19, 7:30pm. Midtown Ballroom, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $25.

MONDAY 2/20

MEMPHIS JOOKIN' LIL BUCK

EXPRESSIVE GLIDES AND INTRICATE FOOTWORK

Lil Buck was a featured performer in Cirque du Soleil's “Michael Jackson.” He is a talented street dancer who has made a name for himself through intricate footwork and stage presence. An opportunity to see a street dance show in the historic Tower Theatre. Mon., Feb. 20, 7:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $27-$47 (plus $3 historic preservation fee).

Courtesy Lil Buck Website

Courtesy IMDB

Courtesy Heavy Gus Instagram

Courtesy Jenner Fox Facebook

Courtesy KatyIpock Facebook

Spoken Moto’s Final Musical Hoorah on Industrial Way

The rumors are true: The Pine Shed is moving. But the music

By Doone Lupine Williams

Industrial Way this Friday, Feb. 17 + Saturday, Feb. 18. Get ready for two back-to-back nights of impeccably curated local music and local culture surrounding the center of industrial rock, damn good coffee, craft beer, food carts (Da Nang, Wagyu Burger Joint, and Northwest Wing Shop) and friends! The tried-and-true Spoken Moto experience.

So basically. . . cancel any plans you already had.

The effortless genius behind some of the best musical programming I’ve seen in Bend, someone who consistently brings out the best of Bend’s underground rock and analog music scene, Amy Bathen has assembled yet another sneaker wave of talent true to Bend’s roots.

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in the coming weeks.”

Oh, Industrial Way. Our last little taste of those old industrial Bend mill vibes. Can you believe Bend used to be a mill town? I wonder what the alleged old mechanic — who housed his shop in the once-forgotten Pine Shed many moons ago — would think of all these Audis and Teslas! Although, I know he’d be tipping his hat and making a toast to what the folks over at Spoken Moto have been doing in his old Pine Shed. Especially the community they have been creating since 2016.

“When we first came across the Pine Shed, it was an old, small storage warehouse,” Spoken Moto’s PR team told the Source Weekly. “Once reclaimed and restored, we blended the past with the present and the building became a home to our community – a place where we’ve had fun, built friendships, and made memories.”

And that’s exactly what we can expect this weekend: Spoken Moto’s LAST musical bash at the Pine Shed on

“These will be the last two events at our current location, our final hoorah before the move. Friday will be two rockin’ bands, Gold Rey and Helga, with the ambiance of Trippy Lights, a unique and psychedelic light show using overhead projectors. Saturday we have another diverse lineup of six musical acts. You will find incredible songwriting talent, unbelievable stage presence, some must-see local favorites and one of our favorite DJs [DJ Sorski] with a vinyl collection to bring it home,” said Bathen. “We will also have fundraising events and raffles going on to help support our amazing staff during the transition.”

This occasion will also be the spot’s last official days open on Industrial Way, before they (literally) pick up the ol’ shack and head to a new home. Spoken Moto has applied to move its building to 821 NE 2nd Street in the Bend Central District, public records show.

“While we will be closed for a few months and are physically relocating, it is our top priority to make sure the spirit of what makes our community so special remains untouched, so we’re taking the Pine Shed with us!,” the Spoken team exclaimed. “We can’t wait for this new chapter and will be sharing more details on our move and grand reopening with our Spoken family

If you’re new to Bend or new to the Spoken Moto parade, the vibe is unique. And I truly believe that the vibe the Pine Shed creates, even if it landed on the moon, would always radiate the ambiance of a truly great music venue. Within all of its scrapped metal, wood and concrete, no matter where it lands, it’s going to keep Bend’s core veins alive. “There have been so many great local bands that have been a part of Spoken over the years and have contributed to strengthening our place in the community,” Bathen continued. "It was challenging to try to get as many as possible in one more time. This is a special lineup of some old and new favorites to help us say goodbye to Industrial Way. Thank you to all the musicians that have filled this space and continue to support us as a venue.”

Spoken Moto’s Moving Blowout Bash

Fri., Feb. 17

Gold Rey 7-8pm

Helga 8:30-10pm

With Trippy Lights by Tall Adam

Sat., Feb. 18

Reid Bower 1-2pm

The Rumpeppers 2:30-3:30pm

The Color Study 4-5pm

The Roof Rabbits 5:30-6:30pm

Moon Rattles 7-8pm

DJ Sorski 8:30-10pm

Spoken Moto 310 SW Industrial Way, Bend 541-306-6689

A packed house at a past Spoken Moto event.

Courtesy Spoken Moto Instagram

CALENDAR

Wednesday

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Bingo with a Brit

Join with the favorite bloke Michael as MC, and win prizes, swag, gift cards, weekly cash prize and an end-of-the-month cumulative cash jackpot. $10 per booklet (5 games/booklet). 6:30-8:30pm.

Cabin 22 Trivia Wednesdays Useless Knowledge Bowl Live Trivia Game Show! It’s not your average quiz night. Team up to win gift cards. It’s fun and free to play, with Locals’ Day featuring Crater Lake and local craft beer specials. Get here this week! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Sing your heart out at Corey’s! Grab friends and drinks for some Coreyoke. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy Open Mic Sign-up 7:30pm. If you’ve ever wanted to try stand-up comedy, this is where you start! 8-10pm. Free.

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Ghost of Brian Craig An evening with acoustic multi-instrumentalist Brian Craig blending folk, rock and country with originals and select covers. 6-8pm. Free.

Deschutes Brewery Public House Head

Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Head Games multi-media trivia is at Deschutes Bend Public House every Wednesday. Win prizes. Teams up to six. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Hub City Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to Hub City every Wednesday and Thursday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. Free.

JC’s Bar & Grill Trivia Nite with Trivia Girl Compete with your peers and test your knowledge of current events, music and other random categories while enjoying 75 cent wings! Also, JC’s trivia separates themselves from the rest with a physical challenge! 7-9:30pm. Free.

M&J Tavern Open Mic Night Downtown living room welcomes musicians to bring their acoustic set or turn it up to eleven with the whole band. Bring your own instruments. Goes to last call or last musician, which ever comes first. 21+. 6:30pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Accoustic Open Mic with Derek Michael Marc Head down to the Northside Bar and Grill Wednesdays to catch local artists perform live. 7-9pm. Free.

Seven Nightclub & Restaurant The CO Show The CO Show is a free comedy showcase! Doors open at 7pm show starts at 8pm! Central Oregon Comedy Scene and Karaokaine productions have teamed up to bring this show to you! 8pm. Free.

The Bite Stage 28 Karaoke Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to The Bite or a fun Wednesday night and sing your heart out! 5:30-7:30pm. Free.

16 Thursday

Austin Mercantile Live Music Every Thursday Join at Austin Mercantile for live music every Thursday. Offering a light happy hour menu — daily flatbread, chili, charcuterie, soft pretzels and more! 4:30-6:30pm. Free.

Bend Elks Lodge #1371 Bingo Bingo at the Elk’s Lodge. Win cash prizes. 6-9pm. $23.

> Tickets Available on Bendticket.com

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Thursdays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Sing your heart out at Corey’s! Grab friends and drinks for some Coreyoke. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

Hub City Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to Hub City every Wednesday and Thursday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. Free.

17 Friday

The Belfry Jenner Fox Band

Hometowns and The Belfry present an evening with the Jenner Fox Band. This promises to be a night full of soul, laughter and community at the historic Belfry. The show will be seated with refreshments available in the bar. 7-11pm. $20.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to Hardtails for a fun Friday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. Free.

Deschutes County Expo Center Toast and Jam Performing at WinterFest! Catch the show. 7pm. $17-$40.

Deschutes County Expo Center Tyler Farr Performing at WinterFest! Catch the show. 8:30pm. $17-$40.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards Rob Gregerson. . . Come to Dance! Come to a fun evening of music with Rob. If you have heard him in Bend or Redmond, you know what a fun night of music it will be. 5-8pm. $10/adults, free/12 and under. Flights Wine Bar Live Music at Flights Come grab a great glass of wine, have an incredible dinner and enjoy live music every Saturday at Flights Wine Bar. 6-8pm. Free.

Grace First Lutheran Church Julie Hanney’s Piano Album Release Concert: Everyday Miracles Local pianist/composer Julie Hanney celebrates the release of her fourth piano album Everyday Miracles. 3-4pm. Free, donations accepted.

High Desert Music Hall DJ Anime

Throwdown DJs spinning records for an evening of dancin’ with Daedelay (house), Gr33npi3ce (bass), Filthy Bisquit (tech house) and McLovin’ (bass house). Dress to impress (cosplay encouraged). 8pm. $5 or 5 cans of food.

M&J Tavern Problem Stick and Dead Nettle

Two bands alternately enfold and pummel with rock of the wrecked, wondrous, wrenched and wicked. 9-11:45pm. Free.

Midtown Ballroom The Emo Night Tour Night full of emo favorites! 8pm. $15-$18. Northside Bar & Grill The Substitutes Classic pop rock music! 8-11pm. Free. The Outfitter Bar at Seventh Mountain Resort Stu Kinzel & Friends The legendary Stu Kinzel will take you on a tour of blues that will blow your mind! 4-7pm. Free.

Big E’s Sports Bar Big E’s Open Mic Open mic from 6-9pm. Sign-ups at 5:30pm. Three song/15-minute limit. Minors allowed. Singles/ duos/trios. No drum sets. Great food and beverage from Big E’s Sportsbar menu. Original music or covers. A warm and friendly environment to share those precious creative moments. 6-9pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Something Dirty Local classic rock band takes the stage. 7-9pm. Free. Porter Brewing Co. The Ballybogs Grab a pint, sit back, relax and enjoy live music by an amazing group of artists that brings the best Irish Trad Music in Central Oregon! Every Thursday at Porter! 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Bobby Lindstrom & Friends This band performs soul-inspiring blues and rock. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon Come down to Silver Moon Brewing for a night of trivia! Teams are welcome to show up in groups up to 8 people. 7pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Boss’ Daughter and Guests Boss’ Daughter have been know to have a little fun. Hailing from the Biggest Little City in the World, Reno, NV, Boss’ Daughter is Chris Fox, Danny Paul and Jamie Locks. 7-10pm. Spoken Moto Head Games Trivia Night Live multi-media trivia every Thursday at Spoken Moto. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. 6:308:30pm. Free.

The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse Jenner Fox Fireside Show This week, Jenner Fox will share his music. 6-8pm.

High Desert Music Hall Amargoso and Poolside Leper Society Come join at High Desert Music hall for a night of punk and rock 'n' roll! Featuring: Amargoso and Poolside Leper Society. 8pm. $10.

Hoodoo Ski Area Friday Night Lights Enjoy bonfires, live music and more every Friday night at Hoodoo, thanks to Ablis CBD. 5pm. Free.

Deschutes County Expo Center

Warren G. and the Sugar Hill Gang Performing at WinterFest! Catch the show. 7pm. $17-$40.

Tower Theatre A Capella Festival: Naturally 7

The Tower resumes the Northwest’s only festival focusing on masterclasses, performance and raising voices in camaraderie with fellow vocalists. Noon. $89 (plus $3 historic preservation fee).

Volcanic Theatre Pub VTP 10 Year Anniversary: The Motet and Object Heavy VTP 10 Year Anniversary performances by The Motet & Object Heavy! 8-11:59pm. $50 (2-day event).

18 Saturday

Bridge 99 Brewery Stage 28 Karaoke Come out for a night of all ages Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to Hub City every Wednesday and Thursday night and sing your heart out! 6pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery

Comedy at Craft: Mansplained The Cliteratti combines with powerhouses of Oregon comedy for a night of empowering funnies. The audience will be able to text in stories of someone “mansplaining” to them, and the host will read some between comics. 8-10pm.

River’s Place Jazz Folks Expect to hear the smooth tones from Duke Ellington to Miles Davis and everyone in between: piano, bass, drums and trumpet. 6-8pm. Free.

Tower Theatre Naturally 7 Naturally 7 is more than a tightly orchestrated collection of great singers. They transform their voices into actual human instruments, effortlessly producing music of any genre. 7:30pm. $37-$52 (plus $3 historic preservation fee).

Volcanic Theatre Pub VTP 10 Year Anniversary: The Motet and Object Heavy VTP 10 Year Anniversary performances by The Motet & Object Heavy! 8-11:59pm. $50 (2-day event).

19 Sunday

The Astro Lounge Local Artist Spotlight Sundays This is a chance to listen to Central Oregon’s newest and upcoming local artists. They have earned their spot to perform a two-hour show, changing weekly, every Sunday. Support local top notch talent! 7-9pm. Free.

Flights Wine Bar Trivia at Flights Wine Bar Join Sundays for trivia with King Trivia! Free to play! Get a group together, and come get nerdy! Awesome prizes and as always, delicious food and drinks! 4-6pm. Free.

Midtown Ballroom Mac Sabbath Mac Sabbath is plays Black Sabbath music with hilarious fast food lyrics, smoldering clown heads with laser eyes, has a giant purple gumdrop bass player and Tony Iommi with a giant cheeseburger head. 7:30pm. $25.

Heavy Gus is an indie rock trio, and the band formed from friends playing with one another. Friends, now bandmates, are touring the West Coast and stopping in Bend at Open Space Event Studios on Sun., Feb. 19 at 7pm.

Lauren Jacobson

Open Space Event Studios Heavy

Gus Indie-rock trio Heavy Gus will play their first show in Bend as part of their PNW tour. Heavy Gus features members of The Lumineers and Blind Pilot. 7pm. $15.

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

River’s Place Honey Don’t Americana country soul. Its music is acoustic and based in the folk tradition. 5-7pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo Silver Moon is partnering with the YOUNI Movement to guarantee the best bingo experience in all of Central Oregon! Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo is the OG of bingo, high energy bingo that promises to entertain from start to finish! 10am. Free/GA, $10/early entry.

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

Silver Moon Brewing King Young Blood King Youngblood is focused on reclaiming rock music, specifically Black-fronted rock packed with strong songwriting, Afropunk attitude and an undeniable exhilarating live show. 6-8pm.

Tower Theatre Diane Schuur Long regarded as one of contemporary jazz’s leading vocalists, Diane Schuur is as eclectic as she is brilliant. 7:30pm. $47-$67 (plus $3 historic preservation fee).

21 Tuesday

10 Barrel Brewing Co. Pub & Brewing Facility Think Wild Trivia Night Join Think Wild at 10 Barrel’s Eastside Pub for a night of wildlife-themed trivia! Test your knowledge of Central Oregon’s wildlife, outdoors and conservation to win great prizes! 7:30-9pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Storytellers Open-Mic StoryTellers open-mic nights are full of music, laughs and community. In the old house Bill Powers of Honey Don’t and several other projects in town, hosts one of the best open mics in town. 6pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Fat Tuesday Celebration with Company Grand It’s a great ole’ Fat Tuesday celebration with the mighty mighty Company Grand. 7-10pm.

The Lot Winter Trivia Series Calling all trivia loving, beer drinking, food cart craving smartypants. . . Trivia Tuesdays are back. What a fun way to spend Tuesday nights inside the heated seating area with your favorite trivia buff friends. 6-8pm. Free.

Worthy Beers & Burgers Head Games Trivia Night Join for live multi-media trivia every Tuesday night. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. 7-9pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Sing your heart out at Corey’s! Grab friends and drinks for some Coreyoke. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

20

Monday

Bevel Craft Brewing Bingo with Bren! Join in February as Bevel supports the Central Oregon Trail Alliance who are working hard to upkeep the amazing mountain biking trails Central Oregon has throughout our area. Cash prizes! 6-8pm. $2.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Mondays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free.

Elixir Wine Group Locals Music Night Enjoy live musicians, great wine and small bites. 6-9pm. Free. On Tap Locals’ Day Plus Live Music Cheaper drinks all day and live music at night, get down to On Tap. 11am-9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Comedy Open Mic Comedy open mic every Monday at Silver Moon Brewing in the Green Room. Sign-ups at 6:30pm. Presented by Tease Bang Boom Productions. 7-8:30pm. Free.

Tower Theatre Memphis Jookin’ Lil

Buck An energetic ode to the Tennessee streets and clubs where expressive glides and intricate footwork known as Jookin’ was born. 7:30pm. $27-$47 (plus $3 historic preservation fee).

Worthy Brewing Head Games Trivia Night

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

22 Wednesday

The Domino Room Pink Talking Fish with Watkins Glen Pink Talking Fish is a Hybrid Tribute Fusion Act that takes the music from three of the world’s most beloved bands and creates a special treat for fans of the music. 8:30pm. $20.

Open Space Event Studios High Desert Musician Collective Don’t miss your chance to get noticed and booked this summer, by local booking agents attending this month’s Musician’s Gathering! Open mic starts at 5:30pm. 6-10pm. Free.

Tower Theatre Yamato Drummers A group of dozens of players start their performance by hitting a Japanese taiko drum made from a large 400-year-old tree. 7:30pm. $32-$52 (plus $3 historic preservation fee).

MUSIC

Open Hub Singing Club Sing in community... for the simple joy of creating meaning and beauty together! All voices and experience levels welcome. Sundays, 1-2:30pm. First Presbyterian Heritage Hall, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-241-6182. openhubsinging@gmail.com. $10-$20.

Sunday Crystal Bowl Sound Bath with Reiki Sound bath is a passive healing journey with crystal bowls. Bring comfy clothing, pillow and blanket or mat. Sundays, 5:30-6:30pm. Through Aug. 27. Unity Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-350-8448. clare@kevinkubota. com. $10-$20 sliding scale.

FESTIVALS

Oregon WinterFest Experience the Northwest's largest winter festival. Three music stages will keep the mood festive throughout the weekend. Dazzling light displays will illuminate the festival grounds filled with art, food and amusement rides. Fri., Feb. 17, 5-10pm. Sat., Feb. 18, 11am-10pm. Sun., Feb. 19, 11am-5pm. Deschutes County Expo Center. Contact: 541-3230964. $17-$40.

DANCE

Line and Swing Dancing Lessons Line and swing dance lessons every Thursday night at The Cross-Eyed Cricket! Thursdays, 7-9pm. CrossEyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Free. Scottish Country Dance A chance to socialize and get a bit of exercise, too. Beginners are welcome. All footwork, figures and social graces will be taught and reviewed. Mondays, 7-9pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-508-9110. allely@ bendbroadband.com. $5.

Third Thursdays Group Class & Social Dance Class topic changes monthly. No partner or previous experience is required. Ages 18+ (or 16+ w/ parent). For more info, check out the web link listed on the online calendar. Thu, Feb. 16, 6-7:45pm. Larkspur Community Center, 1600 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-623-2623. dance@dancewithtravis.com. $10-$20.

3rd Thursday Latin Night Hottest Latin dance night in Bend! Two dance floors, fantastic cocktails and sexy dancing! All are welcome. The salsa and bachata floor opens at 8pm with free salsa lessons with Victoria of Bend Dance. Followed by music hits! On the main floor at 9pm, DJ Cruz will spin the top Latino hits of reggaetón, cumbia, urbano, merengue and banda! Third Thursday of every month, 8pm. The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-410-0048. salsavictoria@yahoo.com. $5.

Argentine Tango Classes and Dance

Join every Wednesday for Tango classes and dancing! Your first class is free. 6:30-7pm Tango 101 Class, no partner needed! 7-8pm All levels class. 8-9:30pm Open dancing. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-728-3234. tangocentraloregon@gmail.com. $5-$10.

Embrace: A Celebration of Self-Love

Gift yourself an immersive celebration of selflove to honor the brilliant, unique fire within. Embrace is a powerful experience of conscious intention, breath work, dance, healing sound and sharing to remember and (re)align with your birthright. You are a being of love! Tribal TranscenDANCE, didgeridoo sound bath and ceremonial cacao. Feb. 19, 4-7pm. Hanai Foundation, 62430 Eagle Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-815-3131. choicetribeoregon@gmail.com. $77.

ICY HAWT: A Seksé Production of Dance & Pole Performances Join the Seksé instructors for the 2nd annual winter production. Dance and pole showcase, interactive performances, auctions and more! They’re rolling out the red carpet, so don’t hesitate to dress your best. First show at 6pm. Second show at 9pm. Feb. 17, 6-11pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. Contact: liv@sekse.fit. $50-$60.

The Yamato Drummers bring vitality and passion to its performances. These drummers have performed over 4,000 shows in 54 countries/regions, according to its website. Find energy and strength through music with the Yamato Drummers at the Tower Theatre on Wed., Feb. 22 at 7:30pm.

Courtesy Yamoato Drummers Facebook

CALENDAR EVENTS

FILM EVENTS

Movie Night with The Father’s Group: “In Our Mothers’ Gardens” Enjoy a movie night out with The Fathers Group! A good movie, good food and good conversation. They will show “In Our Mothers’ Gardens.” This film celebrates the strength and resiliency of Black women and families through complex, and often times humorous, relationship between mothers. Feb. 18, 6-9pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. info@openspace.studio. $10-$15.

Ride Snowboards and Tactics Present: “Rough Around the Edges” Premiere Join Ride Snowboards and Tactics for the premiere of “Rough Around the Edges,” celebrating 30 years in Snowboarding. This full-length documentary highlights some of the ups and downs of one of snowboarding’s most prominent brands through in-depth interviews from employees and athletes. Purchase tickets at Tactics Bend. Feb. 16, 7-10pm. The Domino Room, 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $10.

ARTS + CRAFTS

Art Viewing Visit Sagebrushers Art Society in beautiful Bend to see lovely work, paintings and greeting cards by local artists. New exhibit every 8 weeks. Visit Sagebrushersartofbend.com for information on current shows. Wednesdays, 1-4pm, Fridays, 1-4pm and Saturdays, 1-4pm. Sagebrushers Art Society, 117 SW Roosevelt Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-617-0900. Free. Art & Wine Walk at Work-Collective with Kristine Cooper Help welcome Kristine Cooper, the first artist-in-residence for 2023! Work-Collective will showcase Kristine’s unique originals and prints on both floors of Work-Collective. Wine, apps, music and art—who could ask for more! The event is open to members and non-members, and it’s free! Please RSVP. Feb. 16, 4-7pm. Work-Collective, 2900 Northwest Clearwater Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-678-6394. sandra@work-collective.com. Free.

Black Excellence Art Showcase The showcase allows Black students and community members to display art, paintings, photography and their freedom of expression while celebrating Black history and their art liberation. Jan. 19-Feb. 28, 9am-5pm. Pinckney Center, COCC, 2600 NW College Way, Bend. Contact: jpark@ cocc.edu. Free.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

February Nature Night: A History of Trees Join the Deschutes Land Trust, Dr. James Johnston, and Dr. Andrew Merschel of Oregon State University as they share the results of ongoing tree ring research that describes 500 years of change in forests of Central Oregon. Registration required to attend this event. Feb. 21, 7-8:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Know Justice: The Future of Water in Oregon How can we balance competing needs to achieve an equitable water future for all? Join hydrologist Zach Freed to learn about water availability under current and future climate conditions, impacts to vulnerable communities and what we can do to modernize water management in Oregon. Feb. 15, 6-7pm. Downtown Bend Public Library - Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1029. laurelw@ deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Third Thursday Open Mic at the High Desert Music Hall Spoken word open mic night for all poets, storytellers and writers. This is an in-person program. Join us at the High Desert Music Hall for a spoken word open mic night the third Thursday of the month. All writers and readers and word-lovers invited to attend and read. Every third Thursday, 6-8pm. Contact: 541-3121063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Writers on the Fly with Cascadia Redux Join at Patagonia Bend to hear work from Cameron K Scott, Amber Keyser, Will Rice and others. Proceeds will benefit Trout Unlimited’s Deschutes Redband Chapter Headwaters Youth Programs. Feb. 16, 7-10pm. Patagonia Bend, 1000 Wall St. Suite 140, Bend. Contact: 541-3826694. customerservice@patagoniabend.com. $12.

WORDS

Author Event: Bend Authors Kristina Bak and Kerry Chaput

Local authors Kristina Bak and Kerry Chaput will discuss their new YA novels. This is a ticketed event requiring a $5 fee or purchase of the book. Fees and books can be purchased through Eventbrite. Feb. 16, 6:30-7:30pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. $5-$13.

RAB Middles Book Club

Please join for RAB Middles Book Club. The group will discuss “Astrid the Unstoppable” by Maria Parr. Feb. 20, Noon. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Rediscovered Reads Book Club

Please join for Rediscovered Reads Book Club. The group will discuss “The Big Burn: Teddy Roosevelt and the Fire Hat Saved America” by Timothy Egan. Feb. 22, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

OUTDOORS EVENTS

2023 10k Training Group

The 10k training program is designed to further runners toward their fitness and running goals beyond the 5K distance. It will include an education on training techniques and tools in order to further enjoy running and improve your performance. Feb. 18, 8am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-317-3568. col@footzonebend.com. Free.

2023 Intro Run 5k Training Group

Learning to run a 5K is a fun, accessible and gratifying experience. You’ll gain fitness and friends as you build a lifelong habit that you can enjoy from your front door or out on the beautiful trails in Bend. Brand new runners and folks returning to running after a hiatus. Feb. 18, 8am. FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541317-3568. col@footzonebend.com. Free.

Scones on the Cone! Stop by for hot coffee and homemade scones at the top of the cinder cone. Sunrise ski/snowboard! Woooooo!

Saturdays, 7:15-8am. Through March 31. Mount Bachelor Ski Resort - West Village, 13000 SW Century Dr., Bend. Suggested $2 donation.

Subaru Stoke Weekend: Nordic Mt. Bachelor is teaming up with its resort partner, Subaru, to spread the Nordic stoke. The first 20 Subarus to arrive in the West Village Nordic Parking lot will be given stoke packs. Once you pull in, you’ll be redirected to one of the “Stoke Patrollers” who will hook you up with a preferred parking spot for the day, a swag bag, and vouchers for free coffee (or hot chocolate) at the Nordic Lodge or from the Subie Shack, located at the base of Pine Marten in front of West Village Lodge. Feb. 18. Mt. Bachelor, 13000 Century Dr., Bend.

VOLUNTEER

Dog Adoption Event Come join the Street Dog Hero at Mud Bay North in Bend to meet the pups looking for homes. Street Dog Hero will also have some SDH swag available for purchase. You can also learn how to get involved as a volunteer, foster or join our international spay/neuter clinics. Feb. 18, 11am-3pm. Mud Bay North, 20520 Robal Lane, Bend. Free. Thrive Moving Volunteers Support your neighbors by helping them move to their new home. If interested, fill out the volunteer form or reach out! Ongoing. Contact: 541-728-1022. TCOmoving22@gmail.com.

As a not-for-profit credit union, giving back to the community is part of what we do and it’s the part that we value most. That’s why, for 90 years, OnPoint has donated its time, energy and expertise to the people living in the communities we serve. Join us. Together, we do great things.

More than $2,300,000 donated to charitable causes and organizations in 2022.

Dear Oregon WinterFest Attendees,

On behalf of OnPoint Community Credit Union, I am pleased to welcome you and your family to the 2023 OnPoint Community Credit Union Oregon WinterFest, a premier winter festival in the Northwest region.

In addition to showcasing local talent and small businesses, since its inception in 2008, Oregon WinterFest has significantly impacted the community by raising more than $45,000 for local non-profit organizations. This year, all funds raised will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon. This organization provides services for children facing adversity with strong, professionally-supported 1-to-1 relationships that improve their lives. OnPoint will be matching all donations made by Oregon Winterfest, doubling its impact.

OnPoint Community Credit Union is proud to support an event that celebrates the best of Central Oregon and the region’s outstanding winter activities. Our dedication to serving our community goes beyond personal and business banking services. We are also committed to serving our region and believe that events like Oregon WinterFest play a vital role in bringing people together to foster a thriving community.

We hope you and your family will have a memorable and enjoyable experience at this year’s Oregon WinterFest.

Sincerely,

Stephen Wymer

Vice President, Central Oregon Area Manager

OnPoint Community Credit Union

Entry Tickets

General admission tickets are good for all three days – just keep your wristband!

General Admission

$17 advanced | $20 at the gate

Senior $15 at the gate

Kid’s Admission (Under 12)

$10 advanced | $12 at the gate

Kids two and under are FREE

Family Four Pack

$54 advanced | $60 at the gate – includes two adult and two youth admissions

Other Activities

Kid’s Mini Marshmallow Run

Included with admission!

Adult Hot Cocoa Run

$5 (does not include admission)

Bouncing off the Walls Day Pass $10

Can only make it on Sunday?

Sunday ONLY admission

$14 advanced | $17 at the gate

Sunday Four Pack

$40 advanced | $45 at the gate – includes four entries to the event on Sunday ONLY

find your happy place

Inspired by the root meaning of our name, Terra Kitchen offers an intentionally crafted, plant-forward menu that uses wholesome ingredients sourced from the Pacific Northwest to provide guests with a healthy and craveable farm-to-fork experience.

Make a reservation or simply stop by for our Half-Priced Happy Hour, daily from 3:00-5:30pm.

The2023 OnPoint Community

Credit Union Oregon

WinterFest is heading to the Deschutes County Expo Center for the Northwest’s largest winter festival! Get ready for weekend packed with a wide variety of live music acts, artisans, and vendors of every kind from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Lay It Out Events is thrilled to have OnPoint Community Credit Union return as the title sponsor for the 2023 event. Their support is crucial to making the magic of WinterFest possible. We would also like to thank all of our supporting sponsors who make this event come to life!

Just like in years past, WinterFest is bringing the best artists throughout the Pacific Northwest to showcase their work in our Light, Ice and Fire Exposition.

Outside in the clear open air of the high desert, explore sculptures made of fire, ice and light, take a ride in the Ferris Wheel, and listen to the sweet sounds of local bands playing at the outdoor Sparks Stage.

Sign up the little ones for the Mini Marshmallow Run, as they enjoy a fun run and kick off the Kids Rock the Races Season. Don’t miss the first Hot Cocoa Run, featuring a fun 5K through the grounds of WinterFest with Cocoa and more at the finish.

Step out of the winter chill and into heated facilities throughout the Expo Center where artists, vendors and culinary experiences await discovery in the Wonderland Marketplace and Royal Lounge. Play at a STEM-based learning center for families hosted by OMSI and sponsored by Lonza.

WinterFest also features some of the best live entertainment. This year the Oregrown Main Stage will host epic performances from hip-hop legends Warren G and Sugar Hill Gang on Friday night and country institution Tyler Farr on Saturday.

Lay It Out Events Proudly Supports Local Nonprofits & Community Crganizations

Every year, a portion of proceeds from OnPoint Community Credit Union Oregon WinterFest is donated to a local nonprofit. In 2023, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon returns as this year’s beneficiary!

Big Brothers Big Sisters offers effective mentoring programs that improve the lives of our community’s youth. These programs deeply engage communities through collaboration with families, mentors, community funders, schools and other partners. Offering a variety of programs to meet community and youth needs.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, February 17

5pm

Oregon WinterFest kicks off!

Chevrolet of Bend Ice Carving

Reid Bower performs at the Sparks Stage

DiRT performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

6:30pm

Use’ta Do performs at the Sparks Stage

6:30pm

The Dust Devils performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

7pm

Sugar Hill Gang performs at the Oregrown Main Stage

8pm

Family Play Zone closes

Popcorn performs at the Sparks Stage

Major Dudes performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

8:30pm

Warren G performs on the Oregrown Main Stage

9:30pm

Marketplaces close 10pm WinterFest closes

Sunday, February 19

11am

Final day of WinterFest begins!

Chevrolet of Bend Ice Carving begins Noon

So Much Closer performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

Jaymi performs at the Sparks Stage

Hot Cocoa Run 5K Run

1:30pm

Zac Grooms performs at the Sparks Stage

Ky Burt Duo performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

3pm

Aaron Rehn performs at the Sparks Stage

Erin Cole Baker Duo performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

6pm WinterFest closes

Saturday, February 18

11am

Day 2 of WinterFest begins!

Chevrolet Ice Carving begins

Richard Taelour performs at the Sparks Stage

Noon

Pacific Source Kids Mini Marshmallow Run

12:30pm

Faisal Abu-Nawwas performs at the Sparks Stage

The Miller Twins perform at the Royal Lounge Stage

2pm

Tony Buckman performs at the Sparks Stage

John Shipe performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

3:30pm

Phillip Austin performs at Sparks Stage

Jeshua Marshall performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

5pm

The Gypsy Travellers performs at Sparks Stage

Swing44 performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

6:30pm

Victory Swig performs at Sparks Stage

Joel Chadd performs at the Royal Lounge Stage

7pm

Toast & Jam performs on the Oregrown Main Stage

8pm

Family Play Zone closes

The Mostest performs at Sparks Stage

Billy and the Box Kid perform at the Royal Lounge Stage

8:30pm

Tyler Farr performs on the Oregrown Main Stage

9:30pm

Marketplaces close

10pm

Winterfest closes

Ongoing Activities

Fire Pit Displays, Light Displays, Ferris Wheel and Merry-Go-Round rides

MAIN STAGE

SUGAR HILL GANG

Friday 7:00pm

In 1979, the Sugarhill Gang crashed through the walls of the urban cities and into the mainstream of society with the first worldwide rap hit, “Rapper’s Delight.” Wonder Mike, Master Gee, Hendogg and DJ Dynasty continue their tradition of creating a party atmosphere that makes everyone dance the night away as they perform for sold out crowds throughout the world.

WARREN G

Friday 8:30pm

The cultural influence of groundbreaking American rapper, record producer, media personality, philanthropist, and entrepreneur WARREN G (born Warren Griffin III) remains as urgent today as his 1994, multi-platinum-selling smash “Regulate.” For three decades, Griffin has sold eight to ten million records worldwide. Today, he is crafting a new narrative, by extending his reach into the culinary arts, inspired by his family history.

TYLER FARR

Saturday 8:30pm

Authentic and unapologetic, Tyler Farr records songs he would listen to in his truck—windows down, sound up. It just so happens country music fans want to hear the same songs. Without pandering or compromise, Farr’s powerhouse vocals, real-guy relatability, and willingness to mine emotional themes and personal imperfection resonates with people searching to find themselves in the music that underscores their daily routines and future dreams. Farr has charted three #1 hits (“Redneck Crazy,” “Whiskey in My Water,” and “A Guy Walks Into a Bar”) and has been included in CRS New Faces of Country Radio.

TOAST & JAM

Saturday 7:00pm

The TNJ Band features the one of a kind vocal duo made up of Jeff Miller and Ben Delery, and now includes Russ Skelton and Bethany Willis. From the moment they start playing, they have a sound that’s entirely their own. It’s a little bluesy, a little country, and a lot of soul infused magic. Once you hear them, you want to hear more.

FAMILY PLAY ZONE

(Oregon Museum of Science and Industry)

Friday 5-8pm

Saturday 11am-8pm

Sunday 11am-5pm

The fun doesn’t stop at the OnPoint Community Credit Union Oregon WinterFest! The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry Science (OMSI) will bring a collection of hands-on brainteasers challenge visitors to think both critically and creatively. Puzzles range in difficulty and content but most incorporate concepts of geometry, algebra and or physics and lead to fun (and often surprising) solutions!

Kids will enjoy playing educational games and interacting with STEM-based activities, sponsored by Lonza!

CARNIVAL RIDES

6 TICKETS PER RIDE

$1 PER TICKET

$25 FOR 5 RIDES

Saturday at Noon

Join us for this winter themed PacificSource Kids Rock the Races! Costumes are encouraged.

Kids will run from station to station collecting cocoa ingredients, and as they cross the finish line they will get the final touch — a splash of hot chocolate and a finisher ribbon! This event will leave the little runners feeling like they rule the world!

LIGHT EXPOSITION

PRESENTED BY:

Experience the magic of the Twinkle Trees and More!

Twinkle trees are inspired by nature’s beauty. They realistic, illuminated and magical, find them sprinkled throughout the event in a range of heights, colors and branch styles!

Experience a mesmerizing display of light art at the festival, featuring magnificent domes and breathtaking arches. These stunning structures are transformed into radiant masterpieces as they come to life with vibrant colors and intricate patterns. The combination of light and architecture creates a unique and captivating atmosphere that will leave you in awe. Walk beneath soaring arches and bask in the glow of shimmering domes as you marvel at the beauty of light art at this year’s event!

ICE CARVING

PRESENTED BY:

Lisa Donze + John Donze

Lisa Donze started out sand sculpting through Sand in the City as her talent grew, she began to have opportunities to add snow, ice and pumpkins to her repertoire. When she’s not carving, Lisa spends her time enjoying family and running an insurance agency.

Russ Leno

Russ Leno has sculpted everything from ice, snow, wood and pumpkins for over 30 years and this is his 26th year carving at WinterFest. He’s carved in two international competitions and many others throughout Canada, Oregon and Washington.

Bayo Coalition Art Gallery

My name is Bayo, I like to think of myself as a nonconformist artist. My medium of choice is recycled cardboard because of its accessibility, low cost, but most of all it questions the traditional materials used in sculptures. I don’t believe art should be a form of luxury and I don’t believe in a masterpiece. I believe art has the power to educate, inspire, and heal, and the healing component lies in the simplest materials.

SPARK Fire Gallery

PRESENTED BY:

Featured Artist: Connor McGuffin

Artist / Fabricator Connor McGuffin has a passion for problem solving and creating one of a kind metal works. He founded SC Welds directly out of highschool with a goal of working directly with the client to create quality, one of a kind, and functional metal products.

With a full time fabrication employee and a steadily growing business Connor recently brought his brother Carrson to the team. Connors welding and fabrication expertise and Carrsons attention to detail make them a fit for taking on most any project!

Fully Licensed as a general contractor SC Welds has you covered with custom metal fabrication + installation having an emphasis in architectural steel elements such as gates & doors, railings, fences, staircases and more. To see some of their work or Inquire about a project feel free to visit www.scwelds.com.

Jay Nielson

Jay Nielson’s work is impromptu, spur of the moment, inspiration driven art. He uses whatever materials are available to create something from nothing. He works in scrap and reclaimed materials to prove that beauty can come from garbage.

Stuart Luxenberg

Metal Art by Stu

FULL-SERVICE METAL FABRICATION

AND ART STUDIO Located just outside of Portland, OR With 35 years of experience, knowledge, and flexibility, there is no limit to what we can create for you. From fire pits to specialty gifts- the possibilities are truly endless.

Cody Miller Miller Metal Works

Cody grew up in Yuba City Ca. Always tinkering in the shop and garage with his dad, brother and other family. He was into art early on and after college started working in a metal Fabrication shop as a helper and learned how to weld and fabricate. At that point is when he started doing metal art as a hobby. Moved to Austin TX where he got a job working in a fabrication shop that specializes in artistic fabrication called Ion Art. Worked there for nearly 5 years and where he really opened up and expanded the metal artwork. When his wife got pregnant, they moved back to Ca to be with family. Now he has his own shop at his house where he plays with metal art mostly as a hobby but does sell artwork. His sons Lincoln 3 and Forrest 1 both help in the shop. (Mostly hammering) His day job is agricultural fabricator/shop manager.

Oz Wilcox Crazy Safe Art

Oz Wilcox is a multi-talented artist. His art ranges from quilting to LED art, sculpture to stained glass, welding, and more. From his earliest days, he fell in love with fire. As a long-time builder of large-scale art at Burning Man, he has been exploring the boundaries of including fire and flame effects into art installations.

Marvin Wa ord

Wa ord Metal Cra

Marvin Wafford previously worked for a company that did both wood and metal projects for casinos all over the United States, with his work showcased in virtually every casino on the Las Vegas strip. He now owns his own company, Wafford Metal Craft, here in Central Oregon where he designs custom metal projects and fire pit creations.

Roland Anderson

Rising Hammer Lightworks

Rising Hammer Lightworks was a concept evolved from a true passion born from mountains, steel, wood, fire, and light. I’ve dedicated my life to sharing the love I have for mountains with others. Skills I first learned through my scouting career spent exploring these sacred places were refined by professional practice. Leadership was as much a focus as basic outdoor living skills, and on my journey from Arrow of Light to Eagle, I knew that Guiding and high-end coaching was my souls calling. My eye centered and mountains at the focus, leading me to direct climbing programs from coast to coast, zipline guide in Alaska, attend professional avalanche training through AIARE, relentlessly pursue and train for my AASI Level III, and finally Olympic Calibur ski and snowboard coaching to some of the raddest little shred bots on the planet.

SUNDAY, FEB 19 AT NOON

The Hot Cocoa Run is a fun

5K run around the Oregon WinterFest grounds that ends with a warm cup of cocoa. Grab your mug as you cross the finish line and fill with cocoa. Top with marshmallows and more or add a splash of Crater Lake Hazelnut Espresso Vodka to your cup!

Register online or at the event. Only $5 with WinterFest entry. Includes a custom shot glass, full hot cocoa bar and more goodies at the finish!

April 22, 2023

Register

PRESENTS:

JUNE 25, 2023

2 STAGES

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WONDERLAND MARKETPLACE

Monstera Earrings

Found and Foraged Fibers

Linked Amore Permanent Jewelry

Gbag

Origami Owl/Think Goodness

Little Pine Artistry

Becca Klassy Paints

Eternal Health Chiropractic

Zoe Jones Designs

Stellar Stones

Renewal By Andersen

Fabulous Fabrics

JT Gems

Cruise Planners

Sabine Schran-Collings Contemporary Jewelry

Accident Care Chiropractic

P.J. Niche

Mountain Home Arts

Smile-A-Mile Painting Oregon

Presh by Nicole Apostoli

Bearded Architect Designs

ISoMimo

LeafFilter North LLC

Pursify

Cowgirl Candy, LLC

Nomad Leather

Sarita Star Designs

AirLink CCT/ AirMedCare Network

Sixes & Sevens Outdoors

Jax Hat Bend

PRESENTED BY:

Bend Permanent Jewelry Company

Activate Hydration

Manski Media LLC

Penelope’s Soaps & Such

Darren Marshall Photography

International Accents

Hometown Lenders-Possibility Squad

CD Originals

Wild for Oregon

Wayward Saints

Gifted and Company

Fairview Lake Studios

Central Oregon Psychic

Saraba Arts

The Golden Era Of Cinema

Twisted Willow

Beth Houts Photography

Alkahest Moccasins & Leather

MushRunes

The Flaming Wick Candle Co

Brunswick Pacific

Vernon Ray CustomBarnwood Frames

Glance of Heaven photography

Lazy Eye Supply

Fair Windsical Fibric Creations

Lightworks Candles

Averie Lane

Frolic On The Mountain

Piel Canela Peru

Sparrow Boutique

RioGood

BeRUNA Living Foods

Manuka Mana

Noble Estate Winery

Pilgrim’s Roasted Nut’z

Broadus Bees

Crafty Belles

Newks Hot Sauce

Curmuffins

Kook’i

Stavoren Trading Co.

Hoss Soss

Lava Terrace Cellars LLC

Coalition Tea

The Loving Fungi

We’re The Wurst

Manja Creations

Fred Sauce

The Chocolate Company

Wild & Free Charcuterie

Milieu Collective Change your narrative Today

Rawmona’s Kitchen

Hardenbrook Hardwoods

Grumpy Gramp’s Baked Beans

Country & Western Home Decor

Voltaire Cycles of Central Oregon

Wildflower Fashion Truck

Smokey Bag Jerky

BeGOAT Clean Energy

Bridge City Kid

Rebecca Stitch

Eye Clothing Co

Winter Hawk

mission to combine ultimate comfort with stylish designs. That’s why we handcraft each piece using only the best materials and meticulous attention to detail. With furniture and decor for every room in the house, La-Z-Boy can create a seamlessly beautiful home.

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT

Volunteer: Help Businesses Prosper!

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

Volunteer with Mustangs To The Rescue Volunteers wanted to help with daily horse care at Mustangs To The Rescue. No experience necessary. Call and leave a message or email. Ongoing. Mustangs To The Rescue, 21670 SE McGilvray Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-330-8943. volunteer@mustangstotherescue.org.

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

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

GROUPS + MEETUPS

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

Bend 101 The seasonal program will emphasize arts and culture, including how the community has grown intentionally to allow space for community members to express their creativity. There will be time to socialize and indulge in bites and beverages. Feb. 16, 5:30-8pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-5792. cyrus@bendchamber.org. $15.

Bend Ukelele Group (BUGs) Do you play Uke? Like to learn to play? Beginners and experienced players all welcome to join the fun every Tuesday at 6:30-8pm at Big E’s just off 3rd street near Reed Market. Go play with the group! Tue, Dec. 6, 6:30pm and Tuesdays, 6:30pm. Big E’s Sports Bar, 1012 SE Cleveland Ave., Bend. Contact: 206-707-6337. Free.

Biz and Bevs A time for people to gather, network and hear from the rotating venue hosts and nonprofit features throughout 2023. They will have bevs in the form of beer, wine, cider and plenty of N/A options so everyone will have something to indulge in. Small bites will also be available. Feb. 22, 4:30-6pm. 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Pub & Brewing Facility, 62950 NE 18th St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-5792. cyrus@bendchamber.org. Free/members, $10/non-members.

Cacao Ceremony Embark on a heart-opening journey in this intimate cacao ceremony. For millennia, Mayans have cultivated a deep and healing relationship with this master plant. Medicine woman Michelle Ericksen shares the history, science and magic of cacao in an evening of connection and introspection. Each month features a unique experience. Fri, Feb. 17, 6pm, Sun, March 12, 6pm, Fri, March 24, 6pm, Sun, April 9, 6pm and Fri, April 28, 6pm. Michelle Ericksen, 1410 SW Juniper Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-603-8485. drmichelle.ericksen@ gmail.com. $40.

Competitive Cribbage Play nine games of cribbage versus nine different opponents. Cash prizes awarded based on number of wins. Mondays, 5-8pm. Deschutes Junction, 2940 N Hwy 97, Bend. Contact: 541-530-1112. rickyticky1954@gmail.com. $2-$18.

Day of Remembrance: Reflections and Lessons from History Executive Order 9066 was issued 2/19/42 and sparked the mass incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII. Gather for a viewing of oral histories that share the personal experience and perspectives of those affected. Sponsored by Japanese American Society of Central Oregon Feb. 19, 11am-Noon. Downtown Bend Public LibraryBrooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-241-9965. tlmorozumi@gmail.com. Free.

Experience OLLI-UO Join Central Oregon’s OLLI-UO for a free open house event in person at the Bend. Elks Lodge or online via Zoom. Learn about our study and discussion groups and experience thought-provoking lectures: “Putin’s War on the Future and Earth’s” and “Most Essential Species—Pollinators We Cannot Live Without.” Registration is required. Feb. 15, 1-4pm. Bend Elks Lodge #1371, 63120 Boyd Acres Rd., Bend. Contact: 800-824-2714. osher@uoregon.edu. Free.

Guided Meditation: New Beginnings and Getting Rooted in Love Amy will guide participants into the present moment through centering breath work and attention to the body for grounding and relaxation. Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm. Through March 1. Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, 39 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-3300334. info@hawthorncenter.com. $15 per class.

Hysteria Comedy Collective: Comedy Writing Workshop Welcome to Hysteria, a comedy collective open to all female-identifying, trans and non-binary folks. Third Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $10.

NAMI Central Oregon Family to Family Class NAMI Central Oregon is happy to announce that it will offer an in-person family-to-family class starting Jan. 12 and ending in mid-March. Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Through March 2. First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE 9th., Bend. Contact: 541-316-0167. info@namicentraloregon.org. Free.

Speed Dating Event Speed Dating in Bend!

Yahoo! Join at Broken Top Bottle Shop for a gosh darn good time! Ages 40- 60. Please contact Lisa at branchouteventsbend@gmail.com if you have any questions and to secure your spot. Feb. 22, 6-8pm. Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Lane, Bend. Contact: 541-480-1065. branchouteventsbend@gmail.com. $25.

Wild Women B ook Club Come join other women in community as participants dive deep into the untamed feminine psyche. This is set up in a way that you can jump in at any time with or without reading the “required” pages. Join in the discussion or just come for a cup of tea and listen! Fourth Wednesday of every month, 6-8pm. The Peoples Apothecary, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@thepeoplesapothecary.net. $9/online, $10/door.

FUNDRAISING

Harvesting Hope This is a mental health awareness event and fundraiser in partnership with Finding My Truth. Join for a wine pairing event featuring wines from Janes Family Wine Club and hors d’oeuvres from Bowtie Catering. Guests will be treated to live entertainment and an auction with proceeds benefiting Rimrock Trails Treatment Services. Feb. 16. Aspen Hall, 18920 Northwest Shevlin Park Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-447-2631. $50.

Bingo and Dog Adoption Event Come play some bingo at Midtown Yacht Club benefiting Street Dog Hero! A night of high energy bingo that promises to entertain from start to finish! There will be food trucks, cold drinks and some pups looking for their forever homes. Wed, Feb. 15, 6-8pm, Wed, April 12, 6-8pm, Wed, June 7, 6-8pm and Wed, Aug. 16, 6-8pm. Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 Northeast 4th Street, Bend. Free.

Trivia and Raffle Night Benefitting the Children’s Heart Fund Play some trivia and raise money for the Children’s Heart Center of Central Oregon. Logan will host the trivia night. Get out and support the cause! Feb. 17, 6-9pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: 541-330-8571. Donations, register with link.

Wine Tasting at Flights Wine Bar and Dog Adoption Event Join for a wine tasting hosted by Abacela Winery at Flights Wine Bar in Bend. $35 for a flight of four wines. Tasting starts at 5pm. All of the proceeds from the wine tasting will go to Street Dog Hero. Adoptable dogs will be there! Feb. 18, 4:30-6pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-7280753. $35 for wine tasting.

Snowlab Ballers Bingo Join at The Brown Owl and Lucky’s Woodsman and help raise scholarship funds for SNOWDAYS! Plus sign up for your chance to win your very own pass to the Snowlab where you can design, build and shred your own skis/board. Cash, prizes and fun for all ages! Tuesdays, 6-8pm. Through March 28. The Brown Owl, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541822-3799. eventsbreakingfree@gmail.com. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

Dungeon & Dragons Spring Campaign

D&D is role-playing game. The players form an adventuring party who explore fantasy worlds together over a series of meetings; to complete a thematic “campaign.” Fridays, 1-1:50 and 3-4pm. Through June 9. Samara Learning Center, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-419-3324. info@ samaralearningcenter.org. $390.

Harold the Hodag’s Birthday A birthday celebration for Hoodoo’s mascot, Harold the Hodag. Come shred with Harold and his buds, Yeti and Sas! You may see aliens somewhere out there, too! Feb. 18-Noon. Hoodoo Ski Area, 27400 Big Lake Rd., Sisters. Contact: 541-822-3799. eventsbreakingfree@gmail.com. Free.

Anniversary Open Play Event Come celebrate this special event for families with kids 6 months to 10 years old. Costumed characters will lead games, the group will dance with bubbles and everyone will have a chance to win six months of free open play, 6 months of free yoga classes and much more! Feb. 17, 3-5pm. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Dr., Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $15.

Camp Homestead for Kids Camp

Homestead offers seasonal day camps for children ages 6-12 during “no-school” days, spring break and summer break. The camp’s focus is on teaching children homesteading and self-sufficiency skills. March 27-31, 9am-3pm. Homestead Farms, 55535 Homestead Way, Bend. Contact: 925-783-4074. camphomesteadbend@ gmail.com. Starting at $65.

Rad Camps Presents Friday Night Skiing and Riding at Hoodoo Rad Camps’ guided night skiing trips leave from Bend in the Rad Vans at 4:30pm after school and head up to Hoodoo Ski Area. Participants can ski with our guides or explore on their own. Ages 7-17. Visit radcamps.com. Fridays, 4:30-10:30pm. Through March 17. Highland Elementary School, 701 NW Newport Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-204-0440. info@radcamps.com. $99.

Success Skills Acting and Improve Class This multi nonprofit endeavor will teach youth acting techniques, engage their imagination, increase youths attention span and self awareness while exploring their inner world. Thursdays, 1:25-2:25pm and Thursdays, 1:25-2:25pm. Through June 8. Samara Learning Center, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541419-3324. info@samaralearningcenter.org. $287.

FOOD

Focaccia Folks Pop-Up Pre-order and pick up artisanal olive oil baked goods at the Focaccia Folks Third Thursday Pop-Up! Also, join for a free tasting of the focaccia and try the new sauces. Mangia! Visit focacciafolks.com to pre-order. Thu, Jan. 19, 5-6pm and Thu, Feb. 16, 5-6pm. West Coast Provisions, 2735 NW Crossing Dr., Bend. Contact: barb@focacciafolks.com. $30-$36.

Adult Class: Cajun Creole Louisiana has is own culture and vibrant food scene. Join in this hands-on class where the group will make a 3-course dinner that celebrates the Cajun and Creole foods. Each course will be paired with wine. Feb. 17, 5:30-9pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-6400350. kindredcreativekitchen@gmail.com. $95.

Adult Class: Romantic Valentine’s Dinner Celebrate romance with food! Couples join in celebrating your love with a hands-on class. Together, you will make a romantic 3-course dinner for two. Each course will be paired with wine. Price includes 2 people. Feb. 15, 5:30-9:30pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-640-0350. kindredcreativekitchen@gmail.com. $165.

Sunriver Resort Food & Wine Festival

Open to all, from hotel guests to visitors and locals, the festival will offer a wide array of tasting events, cooking classes, live music, shopping, and more, plus feature regional vintners, artisans, farmers, local craft spirits and beers from around Central Oregon and across the Pacific Northwest. Feb. 1-28. Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver. Contact: 310-480-9100. Varies.

Naturally 7 is an acapella group that has been rocking stages around the world with its talented human instruments. Listen to the beauty of the group’s vocals at the Tower Theatre on Sat., Feb. 18 at 7:30pm.

Courtesy Naturally Seven Website

CALENDAR EVENTS

BEER + DRINK Bottle

& Board Mondays Join on Mondays at Bend Wine Bar for local, small batch Oregon and Washington wines at the Box Factory. Take $5 off any white wine and cheese, salami or charcuterie board or $10 off a red wine and board. Tasting room for The Winery at Manzanita. Mondays, 2-9pm. The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Contact: info@bendwinebar.com. Free.

Locals’ Night with The Bluegrass Collective Monday is the day to be at Silver Moon Brewing! Come on down and join the local family all day every Monday! Silver Moon offers $3 pints of the core lineup beers and $4 pours of the barrel-aged beers all day. Come down and sample what’s new while also enjoying the brand new food menu! It’s a steal of a deal that they won’t be chasing you out the door for! Mondays. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

Wine Tasting Every Third Thursday Our resident wine expert, David, will pour hand-selected wines from across Oregon and around the globe. He’ll introduce you to new grapes, producers and styles. He will help you select unique and exceptional wines from a continually rotating selection. Stop by anytime between 5-7p. Third Thursday of every month, 5-7pm. West Coast Provisions, 2735 NW Crossing Dr., Bend. Free. Growler Discount Night! Enjoy $2 off growler fills every Wednesday at Bevel! Wednesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 831-245-1922. holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

Transcendental Breathwork In this session your guide will lead you through the technique along with explaining in plain terms some of the ways in which breathwork works to relieve stress, reduce anxiety, boost overall happiness and generally improve mindset. Feb. 18, 11am-12:15pm. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: signup@juniperpreserve.com. $25.

Guided Forest Bath Forest Bathing is the practice of immersing yourself in the forest through sensory connection. This practice will slow you down and deepen your relationship with nature and others. It is a great practice for friend groups and families. This guided experience is hosted by Missie Wikler, a certified forest therapy expert. Saturdays, 10am-Noon Through March 25. Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-316-9213. missie@romingyogabend.com. $35.

How to Be a Beginner (Again!) Info Night Body changes, empty nesting, a new decade, career or relationship shift... Just when women think they’ve figured it out, midlife makes everyone beginners, again! Collective wisdom can transform the beginner-ness into new favorite selves. See if this in-person inquiry group is right for you at info night! Learn more at www.ceilingunlimitedhealthcoaching.com/howtobeabeginner. Feb. 15, 7am. Contact: 503-481-0595. michelle@ ceilingunlimitedhealthcoaching.com. Free.

Women Tasting Flights: Portugal

Two flights of three wines with two food pairings and a special guest presenter. A monthly group of women connecting with wine and one another. February is wines of Portugal with importer Chris Austin of Ole Obrigado. Feb. 20, 5:307:30pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@gmail.com. $66.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

Bend Zen Meditation Group Bend Zen sits every Mon, evening at 7. Arrive at 6:45pm to orient yourself and meet others. The group has two 25-minute sits followed by a member-led Dharma discussion from 8:05-8:30pm. All are welcome! Learn more and sign up for emails at www.bendzen.net. Mondays, 6:45-8:30pm. Brooks Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 Wall St., Bend. Contact: bendzensitting@gmail.com. Donations accepted.

Cultivating Connection, A Couple’s Valentine Workshop This workshop will feature mindful conversation prompts, gentle partner yoga and massage techniques for couples. Mindful conversation prompts focused on gratitude and connection to increase emotional intimacy. Gentle partner yoga allows for play and movement together. Learn massage techniques along with new language to better communicate with your partner about. Feb. 19, 1-4pm. Hanai Foundation, 62430 Eagle Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-363-7110. savanna@wildhearttc.org. $150 per couple.

Foundational Pranayama Pranayama translates to prana—life force energy/breath and yama—control/restraint. Your breath is the glue, or layer between, your mind and body. Practice commonly used foundational pranayama techniques such as Ujjayi, Nadi Shodhana and more to invigorate/soothe the nervous system and notice its effects on the body. All levels encouraged. Feb. 19, 7-8:15pm. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA320, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga. com. $20/BHY members, $30/non-members.

Grief Reframed for Teens Teens need each other now more than ever. This safe space allows teens to hold and be held as they navigate the struggles of growing up and dealing with loneliness, loss, divorce, death and anxiety, in these challenging times. Both a grief counselor and licensed mental health therapist are present. Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm. Good Grief Guidance, 33 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-223-9955. info@livingundone.com. $50.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Community Presentation with Josh Phillips, ND From traumatic brain injury and post-concussion syndrome to brain recovery after a stroke or symptoms related to COVID-19, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is an important treatment consideration for these and other neurological health issues. Learn how this therapy can support the body’s ability to heal itself. Call/email to register. Feb. 15, 5:30-6:30pm. Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, 39 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-330-0334. info@hawthorncenter.com. Free.

New Moon Crystal Sound Bath Circle

Come to connect with others, be seen and be supported by sound as well as the darkness that leads to the light during this time. Feb. 19, 4-5:30pm. EzraAlya, 1733 NE Woodridge Lane, Bend. Contact: 541-668-1716. sirahkreitzer@gmail.com. $35.

Notice Your Nudge: Invite Growth Life is too short for stagnation—the universe keeps asking you to become your inspired self. It’s time to live to your potential! This group will meet once a week for eight weeks to awaken intuition, clarify vision, and chart steps in the direction that has been nudging you all along. Thursdays, 9-11am and 7-9pm. Through March 9. Bend, River West Neighborhood, NW Columbia, Bend. Contact: molly@invitinggrowth.org. $600 (includes eight, two-hour sessions).

Parent Grief Group

The parent group is open to any caregiver who would benefit from the support of others along the journey of loving our kids into being, no matter life’s challenges. whether it be through divorce, death, illness, conflict, addiction, anxiety or depression. Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Good Grief Guidance, 33 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-223-9955. info@livingundone.com. $50.

Sunrise Yoga Practice Start your day grounded and invigorated with this guided sunrise practice. The Shadow Yoga lineage uses dynamic, linear activity (such as sun salutation) to bring energy into the bones for the day ahead, along with breathing and meditation to help stabilize the mind. All levels welcome. Thursdays, 6-7:15am. Through March 23. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Dr., Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-588-2480. info@ continuum-yoga.com. $20.

Group Biofield Tuning: Free The Mind, Imagine The Future with Tami Zenoble

The group will work with the chakras in the feet and knees to release blocks that occur from natural inclinations, challenges with attachments’ and letting go, as well as energy that keeps you stuck in toxic or chaotic, unhealthy situations. The group will then imagine and feel the next steps moving forward. Feb. 17, 6-7:30pm. Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, 39 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 458-256-8464. phnxmn11@gmail.com. $30.

Country music icon Tyler Farr is headed to Oregon and headlining Oregon WinterFest this Saturday night. WinterFest is the Northwest’s biggest winter festival, with three live music stages, light displays, a fire pit area, amusement rides, food, art, market shopping and more. Farr takes the stage at 8:30pm for an authentic, powerhouse performance.

“Redneck Crazy,” “A Guy Walks into a Bar” and “Whiskey in my Water” are a few of Farr’s most popular tracks. This American country music artist has over 700,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, and his 2013 hit track, “Redneck Crazy,” has over 67 million streams.

“My sound kind of found me,” Farr told the Source Weekly. “I’ve been [singing] from an early age and kinda did it the old school way. I was just really honing my craft, and over time, it became who I was. I didn’t really have to think about it. I sang about stuff I knew about and who I was.”

Music comes naturally to Farr. When composing songs, there is no magic formula. Sometimes it starts with a guitar. Sometimes it starts with a lyric idea. Farr’s lyrics touch on reallife experiences, making his songs unapologetically real and relatable to fans.

“I like it when people are singing my songs back to me,” Farr said. “I just like making people happy and making them be able to escape from real life, even if it's just for an hour

A Chat with Tyler Farr

The “Redneck Crazy” star headlines

WinterFest Saturday. We chatted with him ahead of his appearance

By Allie Noland

and a half. I'm a people pleaser. I like making people happy and probably always will.”

His latest single, “Cover Girl,” brings attention to the harsh realities of domestic violence and brings a message of empowerment to those who have experienced, or are experiencing trauma. Farr’s voice showcases sincerity, rawness and vocal power in support of victims.

Farr told the Source he loves coming out West to visit Oregon because of the outdoors culture. As a hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman, he said he appreciates the mountain ranges, rural land and rivers that Central Oregon has to offer.

Farr is just one of the big-name musical acts coming to WinterFest this weekend. Warren G. and the Sugar Hill Gang headline at WinterFest on Friday night, bringing the oldschool hip hop and R&B tunes to the Deschutes County Expo Center stages.

WinterFest tickets include entry to both shows.

—The Source Weekly is the sister company of Lay It Out Events, which produces Oregon WinterFest.

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Tyler Farr has had three #1 songs—“Redneck Crazy,” “A Guy Walks Into A Bar” and “Whiskey in my Water.”

Ireally thought I could hang. I was mistaken.

When I heard that Portland buffalo wings favorite, Fire on the Mountain, was coming to Bend (next to the Campfire Hotel), I knew I had to try a heat challenge of my own before they opened. Their El Jefe wing sauce is cripplingly hot and I felt like as a man who enjoys a bit of heat, I had to see if Bend could even hang with the PDX fire makers.

Over the last few years, the Bend food scene has gotten better about it, but Central Oregon has always been a bit of a heat-adverse locale. If you wanted spice, you had to get it with Thai or Indian food, since the Southern and Soul Food choices weren’t always very satisfying (or existent).

I know you can just keep adding spice to Thai or Indian cuisine until it melts your face off (I see you Wild Rose and Noi), but rather than that route, I went with as much Southern food as I could handle over a five-day period. Across the board I had good food, but I was also in the most pain I’ve ever been in from spicy food in my entire life.

Day one I went to Southern Accent (in the food cart lot behind Silver Moon) and tried the Nashville Chicken sandwich. This was a legit delicious sandwich that didn’t go over the top with spice, instead using the spices to enhance the

Playing Chicken

Jared goes for a hot-mouth winter and learns the hard way that spacing out spicy food is the way to go

By Jared Rasic

slaw, chicken and perfect brioche bun. Within a few minutes my mouth wasn’t very hot anymore but I still had the complex blend of what tasted like cayenne and paprika mixing with the sweet Cajun fries and cooling slaw.

I then went immediately to Bluma’s at Crosscut Warming Hut #5 and got the Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich. The heat was similar to Southern Accent’s: a nice mellow heat that warmed me up on a cold winter’s night. I was going to crush this self-imposed Man vs. Hot Chicken competition with ease. But now I was so full, I needed to sleep the sleep of the dead.

Day two I pre-gamed with some fries and “Ouch” sauce from the D&D. Normally, I get a dozen wings slathered in them, but I was still feeling a bit stuffed from the one/two punch of Southern Accent and Bluma’s the day before. Fries dipped in the tart spice of their “Ouch” sauce was the perfect starter since the delicious vinegar heat of the sauce cleared my sinuses before sending me on my way.

I was still a bit over chicken for the moment, but I still wanted to get spicy, so I went to TOTS! at the Midtown Yacht Club and tried the Seven Pepper Facelift TOTS! with Buffalo sauce and bacon. The heat on these was pretty intense at first, but the bacon actually helped cut

the spice pretty quickly and made for a truly delicious dish. Plus, the tots are so huge that it still felt like I was indulging in Southern cuisine, since they are basically a beautiful hybrid of hush puppies and fried hashbrowns.

Day three was when I genuinely got destroyed. I DoorDashed the Tennessee 2-Step Tacos and the Nashville Style Chicken Strip Basket from Tin Pig at Crux Fermentation Project and in the comments let them know I was doing a story on spicy food, asking if they could heat them up a bit. I picture them reading my comment and laughing at the sweet summer child they were about to murder with hot sauce.

I managed one taco and one chicken strip before my mouth began hurting worse than anything I’ve ever felt. My teeth throbbed. My throat felt like I swallowed a glowing briquette. The dry rub on those pieces of chicken mixed with the cotija cheese and mustard slaw just pounded fire into my face. I got the hiccups so badly that I ordered a milk shake to try and alleviate some pain.

The respite was only temporary.

Day four I ate nothing but my own words.

Finally, day five had arrived. I could only handle one more place. I knew there were so many more I didn’t try, but my stomach and I were no longer on

speaking terms. But I knew I had to try the Nashville Chicken Sandwich from Wonderland Chicken Co. at Bunk + Brew if I was to remotely be as masochistically thorough as I was attempting with this story. See, their spice level goes from 0-7 (zero being no spice and seven being titled “Calm Like a Bomb). Months ago, I had tried the five (“Extreme”) and it was the hottest thing I’d ever tasted.

I was nervous ordering the seven. Wonderland owner-operator-Spice-God Jonathan Gooden literally apologized to me and told me that I was about to be in pain. Two-thirds of the way into the delicious, thick chicken breast I thought I was the King of Fire. The heat was balanced and I thought I could handle it. Then I took the last three bites and experienced a level of heat I legitimately had no idea existed. Let me give you an example: the Scoville scale is what measures spice in peppers. A Poblano pepper is 2,000 Scoville Heat Units. A chipotle pepper is 8,000 SHU. The Calm Like a Bomb Chicken Sandwich from Wonderland…. 2,000,000 SHU.

I didn’t know spice before. Now I know. When Fire on the Mountain opens in Bend, I’m sure I’ll give it a shot, but maybe I’m too old to wreck myself that hard on hot food. Either way, I’m not sure I’ll ever be a guest on Hot Ones. . . but I could be.

Left, Nashville Chicken Sandwich and cajun fries from Southern Accent. Right, Seven Pepper Facelift tots! from TOTS!

Photos by Jared Rasic

LITTLE BITES

By Nicole Vulcan

A New Wine Bar for Redmond

Testimony opens on NW 6th Street

Redmond has a new wine bar as of Feb. 13. Testimony Wine Bar opened its doors this week, featuring bottles and glasses from smaller winemakers from Oregon and Washington. The wine bar, opened by Kari and Mike Nelson, is located at 307 NW 6th Street, between Baldy’s BBQ and Redmond Burger Company. The wine bar’s owners plan to host a number of events out of the space, and have a dedicated events space for rent. Already on the calendar is its Wednesday open mic, scheduled to start March 1 from 5 to 8pm. Testimony will also offer Sunday Mimosa Brunch starting the second Sunday in March, Kari Nelson said.

Testimony Wine Bar

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New Location for Broken Angel Cart

A move for Spoken Moto prompts moves for its food carts

Bend’s longstanding vegan food cart, A Broken Angel, has moved again. The closure of Spoken Moto’s current location due to development in the area around The Box Factory (see this week’s Sound story for more on Spoken Moto’s move and final party) prompted a move for A Broken Angel, which can now be found on the west side of Bend, at The Pantry along Newport Avenue.

“Although we were sad to leave Spoken Moto due to development, we’re excited about our new home base with our like-minded friends at The Pantry,” Barb Troyer of A Broken Angel told the Source Weekly. “It's our 7th anniversary next month, so we’re planning a March birthday/grand re-opening celebration.”

A Broken Angel has been located at the spot at 1124 NW Newport Avenue since early February, parked on a heated patio with plenty of outdoor seating. Another Spoken Moto resident, Bar Fiori, can now also be found at The Pantry several days a week, serving up wines from 4 to 9pm. A Broken

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When heavily marketed movies for grownups still flop one after the other, it's easy to feel cynical about the state of cinema in the United States. Movies like “Women Talking,” “Tár,” “Babylon” and “The Fabelmans” are losing tens of millions of dollars during their theatrical runs, meaning it’s becoming harder and harder for “adult” films to get studio funding. “Babylon” is just soaking in irony as it’s a movie about the excesses of Hollywood in the roaring ‘20s, reportedly ending up making around $200 million less than it needed just to break even on its massively inflated budget.

I know many film snobs currently lamenting that Hollywood only makes superhero movies anymore, but why would they keep pumping out films for grownups when they aren’t making money? If we want fewer superhero movies, we have to actively not go see superhero movies in the theater. If we want more movies like “Women Talking” and “Tár” then we have to go see them in the theater (or at least pay to watch them on VOD). It’s a pretty simple equation. Don’t whine to me about the lack of health food options through a mouthful of McDonald’s.

It’s not some new piece of information that the majority of filmgoers really only head to theaters to catch the blockbusters like Marvel movies, “Top Gun: Maverick” or to add to the two and a quarter billion that the new “Avatar” has made. But aside from giant Hollywood spectacle, the one other genre of film that almost consistently makes a tidy profit are horror movies. Almost every horror movie, regardless of quality, ends up making its budget back along with some gravy on top.

A Cinematic State of the Union

Are films for grownups dying?

By Jared Rasic

As someone who still adores the theatrical experience (while also spending most of my time helping program films for a boutique arthouse cinema), the freedom of going to the movies and being able to see “Avatar” or “Women Talking” is exhilarating. In order for movie theaters to remain important, we have to be able to see a variety of films, not just the ones owned by Disney. But here’s the issue: people still won’t flock to movies like “Tár” in the movie theater, not when the film is almost three hours long and doesn’t have any explosions or blue people. Especially not when they can wait to watch it at home on a streaming service they already pay for.

When so much of a movie’s “success” is riding on how much money it makes opening weekend, I think the only way we’re going to continue getting movies like “Women Talking,” “Babylon” and “Tár” in the theater is if “prestige” directors start taking lessons from genre filmmakers and make movies on a realistic budget. Don’t get me wrong, Damien Chazelle put every single cent of his $80 million budget onscreen in “Babylon,” but you can’t tell me anyone involved with that film thought it was going to make money, let alone break even.

Some 40% of the arthouse movie theaters in America closed their doors permanently during COVID-19, and it’s highly unlikely many more will ever open again in our lifetime. They haven’t quite gone the way of the drive-in, but no one opening an indie theater in 2023 is planning to get rich. You do it for the love of the cinema or you don’t do it at all.

Last weekend I went to Regal and saw a horror movie I’ve been hearing some buzz about called “The

Outwaters.” Regal was only playing the movie on Friday and Saturday night and then it was gone, so I didn’t have much of a choice about when to catch it (though I respect Regal for showing it, even if only for a single weekend). The film follows four friends who go out to the Mojave desert to film a music video until things descend into chaos, madness and cosmic horror. There are moments in that movie so transgressive that I was creeped out to my bones, and it’s filled with images that I will legit remember forever. The budget was $15,000. Making a movie that lasts and speaks to people (or at least to me) doesn’t take millions of dollars. It just takes passion, vision and a voice.

I realize that it’s almost impossible to compare something like “The Outwaters” with “Babylon (one is a parade of flesh, degradation and depravity and the other is a horror movie), but if something on the scale of “The Outwaters” can be made for around $15K, then I have a feeling something like “Babylon” could be made for a lot less. Yes, you need a bunch of period costumes, cars and sets, but, again, great writing, acting and filmmaking can go a long way for covering for stuff like that. People do actually want to suspend their disbelief.

So, thanks for coming to my TED talk. I don’t ever want to live in a world where I can’t go see something like “Women Talking” or “Babylon” in the theater and I think shooting them faster and cheaper like horror movies might be how to save Hollywood from itself and how to keep movies like that alive. But hey, the new “Avatar” just made over $2 billion. What are you going to remember about it in two weeks?

“The Outwaters”

Dir. Robbie Banfitch Grade: AStreaming soon on Screambox

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Watchable Wildlife: Waterfowl

Birders enjoy waterfowl winging their way through Central Oregon

By Damian Fagan

So how are those New Year’s resolutions going? Learning to salsa dance? Learning a new language?

Taking up birdwatching? While I can’t help you with the first two, I can with the birding.

In February, Central Oregon is a great place to watch waterfowl. Many different species of ducks and geese stop here on their northward migration to rest and feed. Others, like some of the resident Canada geese, are here year-round. In Bend, that means watching your step when walking on the grass at Farewell Bend Park.

What makes these birds so attractive to new birders is that they are big, fairly distinct from each other, and easily viewed at different locations in the region. These birds aren’t skulky like sparrows and are pretty common. Plus, new birders can join a guided walk or field program aimed at identifying these avian wonders.

The list of diving ducks may vary from week to week but generally, you’ve got a good chance to view common goldeneyes, buffleheads, common mergansers and hooded mergansers. These ducks forage underwater, swimming after aquatic invertebrates, small fish, or in the case of the mergansers, preying on crayfish plucked from the river bottom with their long, serrated bills. It’s interesting to note that these diving ducks are cavity nesters in trees or rocky crevices; some will take to a nest box.

Other diving ducks, such as redheads, ring-necked ducks and canvasbacks may also be present during migration. These birds build cup-shaped nests on the ground in marshy areas.

Unlike diving ducks that purse prey underwater, dabblers, also known as “puddle ducks,” forage for seeds, plant material, aquatic invertebrates and insects either on land, on the water surface or in the shallows. This group of birds has legs further forward on the undersides of their bodies than diving ducks

do, which enables them to walk on land easier and to take off directly from the water (divers get a running start before takeoff). Puddle ducks include mallards, wigeons, teal, pintails, shovelers and gadwalls. Here are several prime waterfowl viewing areas in Central Oregon.

Old Mill District

The trails that loop along the Deschutes River in the Old Mill District offer excellent opportunities to view a variety of waterfowl. The birds may be seen floating the river or standing on the icy edges; when the upper stretches of the river freeze, it helps concentrate the waterfowl into the open water areas. These concentrations also attract bald eagles which may prey on a hapless duck.

The local East Cascades Audubon Society offers field trips and resources to view birds in the area. Check its website or Facebook page for upcoming events.

Hatfield Ponds

On the east side of Bend off of the Powell Butte Highway, the Hatfield Ponds are several open water areas that are part of the City’s Wastewater Treatment Facility. These secondary wastewater ponds capture treated water which evaporates or soaks into the soil and is a hotspot for birders.

Parking is located along McGrath Road, just north of the Bend Airport, where the pavement ends. Even if the gate is open, please don’t drive in, as this access is for city staff and law enforcement officers using the range at the east end of the property.

Immediately after passing through the gate is an orientation kiosk with a map of the area, as well as a compilation image of birds to be expected there, including waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors and songbirds.

There are two ponds that hold the most water and these two ponds often have a good diversity of waterfowl. In addition to the common divers and dabblers found along the Deschutes River, this is a good area to look for tundra swans, ruddy ducks, snow geese, canvasbacks and teal. Because of the shallows and shorelines, these ponds also attract a number of shorebirds later in the season.

Crooked River Wetlands

The award-winning constructed wetlands along the banks of the Crooked River in Prineville is not only a great place to birdwatch but also a nice recreational and educational area. Paved trails follow the edges of numerous holding ponds that filter the treated wastewater before it drains into the Crooked River. Volunteers with the wetlands complex offer guided bird walks on Saturdays, November through April, starting at 9:45 a.m.

This is a great area to view waterfowl in winter, shorebirds in spring, and songbirds in summer. There’s even a pollinator garden and informational signs to enhance one’s visit.

With so many great places to start looking at birds this month, it’s time to grab those bins and guide book and get on that New Year’s resolution to start birding!

East Cascades Audubon Society ecaudubon.org/ Crooked River Wetlands Complex cityofprineville.com/wetlands

Top, Canada geese loafing in the Crooked River Wetlands. Middle, birders at the Crooked River Wetlands. Bottom, Ring-necked duck.

Photos by Damian Fagan

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By Allie Noland

Mountainfilm on Tour is Making Moves

The Environmental Center’s annual fundraising event brings inspiring adventure films to the Tower Theatre

Mountainfilm on Tour is back in Bend. The short film series highlights individuals from around the world, featuring stories of everything from adventure to culture to climate change to resilience. The Environmental Center will host Mountainfilm on Tour at the Tower Theatre as its annual fundraiser on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24 and 25.

“It’s an opportunity to share people's stories, issues, inspirations and triumphs from around the world that we probably wouldn't be able to hear and learn about specifically here in Central Oregon,” Priscilla Calleros, events and outreach manager at the Environmental Center, told the Source. From a roster of almost 50 titles, Calleros hand-selected 10 films for Friday and 10 for the Saturday night screenings.

Calleros said all the films are great and attendees can’t make a wrong choice on which show they attend. On Friday night, “Ascend: Reframing Disability in the Outdoors” with Faith E. Briggs, features an Indian American right-leg amputee who addresses the issues of outdoor accessibility for people with disabilities.

“I think it’s pretty relevant to our community,” Calleros said. “People engaging in the outdoors and diversifying the outdoors has been such a big aim in our community recently. [“Elevated”] is one that I hope people will definitely connect with.”

On Saturday night, Sonya Wilson will be in person to present her film “Elevated,” a project about overcoming discrimination, isolation and obstacles as a deaf child and finding her passion for climbing. After the showing, she’ll take a few questions from the audience with the assistance of ASL interpreters from the community.

The Environmental Center uses the money raised at Mountainfilm to support its programming throughout the year, including garden programs, green drinks events, Earth Day, youth education programs and more.

For Mountainfilm, Calleros recommends people get to the Tower early, because the nonprofit is also selling raffle tickets for 10 packages and three grand prizes from local sponsors offering outdoor gear and gift cards.

“It's meant to be thought provoking,” Calleros said. “It's meant to be a conversation starter. It's meant to be inspiring. It's meant to hopefully impact some change in the world.”

“Janwaar,” directed by Danny Schmidt, is a short film about a community skate park in one of the poorest states in India.

CRAFT Drunk on Power

Officials at the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission used their position to snag rare booze

By Jack Harvel

Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission President Steve Marks resigned his position as the executive director of the government agency, effective Wednesday, Feb. 15, after Gov. Tina Kotek demanded his resignation. Marks led the agency, which regulates the sale and production of alcohol and marijuana in the state, since 2013 — a year before it branched into regulating cannabis. Willamette Week first reported Kotek asked Marks to step down on Feb. 1, but Kotek said her administration wasn’t aware of the alleged abuses of power at the time she requested Marks resign in a letter the OLCC Commission.

An internal investigation found that Marks and other officials diverted rare liquors for personal use, according to The Oregonian. Oregon heavily regulates alcohol by way of the OLCC, which prohibits hard liquor from being sold in grocery stores, standardizes prices set in liquor stores and holds lotteries for rare brands of liquor. According to The Oregonian’s reporting, Marks admitted to setting aside bottles of Pappy Van Winkle 23, which someone who buys into the lottery has about a one-in-5,000 chance of obtaining. The bourbon retails for $80 to $250, but its scarcity often ramps up its value in the aftermarket to several thousand dollars. Marks told investigators he didn’t feel he violated Oregon’s ethics laws.

At least five other officials diverted alcohol to purchase later, with one saying it was a widespread practice at OLCC. The office also allegedly redirected liquor to state lawmakers. Marks didn’t address the controversy in his resignation letter to the OLCC commission.

“Gov. Kotek has requested that I resign from my position as Executive Director of the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. Because I believe that the Governor is entitled to have her own management team, I will honor that request,” he wrote.

Kotek is seeking the resignation of other workers who abused power in the OLCC, asking the OLCC Board of Commissioners to install new leadership and remove managers and executives who’ve benefitted themselves from their position at the OLCC. She also asked the attorney general to perform a civil investigation on the extent of wrongdoing and recommend procedures to ensure ethics laws are followed at the OLCC. On Friday, Feb. 10, Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum said she’s opening a criminal investigation into ethics compliance in the OLCC, and that the civil investigation Kotek requested will be delayed.

Kotek recommended the OLCC Commission appoint Oregon Department of Corrections’ Inspector General Craig Prins on Feb. 15.

Location: Oregon backcountry

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THE REC ROOM

By Brendan Emmett Quigley

ACROSS

1. Burning matter?

5. "The King and I" setting

9. Sums things up?

13. "Shut the alarm off"

14. Serve, as wine

15. Shamblin who founded the Christian diet

16. "___ Lisa" (Nat King Cole song)

17. Retains

18. "Until we meet again"

19. Dog with silky hair and pricked ears

20. It might be a bust

22. Cakehole

23. That, in Barcelona

25. Place where people go who are in the closet?

27. Source of many problems

32. Capital of East Flanders

33. Golfer Aoki

34. As a consequence

36. "Game" played by constantly shuffling appointments ... and a literal representation in this puzzle

41. Country on the Adriatic sea

42. Al in the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame

43. Up one

46. Encrypted?

48. Cheap booze

50. Dummy

51. A long ways away

52. Goes without

56. Bug in the wall

59. Biology lab gel

61. Instructional piece

62. Son of God, in a Bach chorale

63. County fair attraction

64. Message with emojis, sometimes

65. Often-misused verb

66. Provide dinner

67. They're CPR-certified

68. Just fine

DOWN

1. Not firm

2. "Typee" sequel

3. Bluish-gray hue

4. Treatment center?

5. Lend for the moment

6. Its flag is modeled after the French flag

7. Please excuse my dear ___ Sally (order of operations mnemonic)

8. Character asked to "please shine down on me," in a children's song

9. Gig-getter for artists: Abbr.

10. The Rock's first name

11. Put in holding

12. Talk back to

20. One always lifting spirits?

21. Masters coup

24. Sack for sneaks

26. Drummer's patterns

27. Thing dropped after a bravura performance

28. Botanist Gray

29. Airline app data, for short

30. The Pogues singer MacGowan

31. Shroud city

35. "Move! Now!," in hospitals

37. "Obvs!"

38. Hearty entrée

39. Emotion of anger

40. Screwed people might have one: Abbr.

43. Toy's squeak

44. Long lunch?

45. Brokerage with an asterisk in its name

47. Cereal morsel

49. Relish

53. Balanced education acronym

54. Cashier's cry

55. Makes a choice

57. Georgia's location

58. Incredibly small

60. "Turning ___" (2022 Pixar film)

62. She was on the first cover of Latina magazine, briefly

Puzzle for the week of February 13, 2023

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“When you’re in love, it’s the most glorious two-and-ahalf days of your life.” — Richard Lewis

“When you’re in love, it’s the most glorious two-and-a-half days of your life.” - Richard Lewis

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ASTROLOGY By Rob Brezsny

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some people I respect regard the Bible as a great work of literature. I don't share that view. Like psychologist Valerie Tarico, I believe the so-called good book is fi lled with "repetition, awkward constructions, inconsistent voice, weak character development, boring tangents, and passages where nobody can tell what the writer meant to convey." I bring this to your attention, Aquarius, because I believe now is a good time to rebel against conventional wisdom, escape from experts' opinions, and formulate your own unique perspectives about pretty much everything. Be like Valerie Tarico and me.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I suspect that arrivederci and au revoir and sayÐnara will overlap with birth cries and welcomes and initiations in the coming days. Are you beginning or ending? Leaving or arriving? Letting go or hanging on? Here's what I think: You will be beginning and ending; leaving and arriving; letting go and hanging on. That could be confusing, but it could also be fun. The mix of emotions will be rich and soulful.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries director Francis Ford Coppola was asked to name the year's worst movie. The question didn't interest him, he said. He listed his favorite fi lms, then declared, "Movies are hard to make, so I'd say, all the other ones were fi ne!" Coppola's comments remind me of author Dave Eggers': "Do not dismiss a book until you have written one, and do not dismiss a movie until you have made one, and do not dismiss a person until you have met them." In accordance with astrological omens, Aries, your assignment is to explore and embody these perspectives. Refrain from judging efforts about which you have no personal knowledge. Be as open-minded and generous as you can. Doing so will give you fuller access to half-dormant aspects of your own potentials.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Artist Andy Warhol said, only half in jest, "Being good in business is the most fascinating kind of art. Making money is art, and working is art, and good business is the best art." More than any other sign, Tauruses embody this attitude with fl are. When you are at your best, you're not a greedy materialist who places a higher value on money than everything else. Instead, you approach the gathering of necessary resources, including money, as a fun art project that you perform with love and creativity. I invite you to ascend to an even higher octave of this talent.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are gliding into the Season of Maximum Volition, Autonomy, and Liberty. Now is a favorable time to explore and expand the pleasures of personal sovereignty. You will be at the peak of your power to declare your independence from infl uences that hinder and limit you. To prepare, try two experiments. 1. Act as if free will is an illusion. It doesn’t exist. There's no such thing. Then visualize what your destiny would be like. 2. Act as if free will is real. Imagine that in the coming months you can have more of it at your disposal than ever before. What will your destiny be like?

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The ethereal, dreamy side of your nature must continually fi nd ways to express itself beautifully and playfully. And I do mean "continually." If you're not always allowing your imagination to roam and romp around in Wonderland, your imagination may lapse into spinning out crabby delusions. Luckily, I don't think you will have any problems attending to this necessary luxury in the coming weeks. From what I can tell, you will be highly motivated to generate fl uidic fun by rambling through fantasy realms. Bonus! I suspect this will generate practical benefi ts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't treat your allies or yourself with neglect and insensitivity. For the sake of you mental and physical health, you need to do the exact opposite. I’m not exaggerating! To

enhance your well-being, be almost ridiculously positive. Be vigorously nice and rigorously kind. Bestow blessings and dole out compliments, both to others and yourself. See the best and expect the best in both others and yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Is there a bug in the sanctuary of love? A parasite or saboteur? If so, banish it. Is there a cranky monster grumbling in the basement or attic or closet? Feed that creature chunks of raw cookie dough imbued with a crushed-up valium pill. Do you have a stuffed animal or holy statue to whom you can spill your deep, dark, delicious secrets? If not, get one. Have you been spending quality time rumbling around in your fantasy world in quest of spectacular healings? If not, get busy. Those healings are ready for you to pluck them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): There's a weird magic operating in your vicinity these days—a curious, uncanny kind of luck. So while my counsel here might sound counter-intuitive, I think it’s true. Here are four affi rmations to chant regularly: 1. "I will attract and acquire what I want by acting as if I don’t care if I get what I want." 2. "I will become grounded and relaxed with the help of beautiful messes and rowdy fun." 3. "My worries and fears will subside as I make fun of them and joke about them." 4. "I will activate my deeper ambition by giving myself permission to be lazy."

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): How many people would fi ght for their country? Below I list the countries where my horoscopes are published and the percentage of their populations ready and willing to take up arms against their nations' enemies: 11 percent in Japan; Netherlands, 15 percent; Italy, 20 percent; France, 29 percent; Canada, 30 percent; US, 44 percent. So I surmise that Japanese readers are most likely to welcome my advice here, which is threefold: 1. The coming months will be a good time to cultivate your love for your country's land, people, and culture, but not for your country's government and armed forces. 2. Minimize your aggressiveness unless you invoke it to improve your personal life—in which case, pump it up and harness them. 3. Don't get riled up about vague abstractions and fear-based fantasies. But do wield your constructive militancy in behalf of intimate, practical improvements.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): By the time she was 33, Sagittarian actor Jane Fonda was famous and popular. She had already won many awards, including an Oscar. Then she became an outspoken opponent of America's war in Vietnam. Some of her less-liberal fans were outraged. For a few years, her success in fi lms waned. Offers didn’t come easily to her. She later explained that while the industry had not completely "blacklisted" her, she had been "greylisted." Despite the setback, she kept working—and never diluted her political activism. By the time she was in her forties, her career and reputation had fully recovered. Today, at age 84, she is busy with creative projects. In accordance with astrological rhythms, I propose we make her your role model in the coming months. May she inspire you to be true to your principles even if some people disapprove. Be loyal to what you know is right.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Charles V (1500–1558) had more than 20 titles, including Holy Roman Emperor, King of Spain, Archduke of Austria, and Lord of the Netherlands. He was also a patron of the arts and architecture. Once, while visiting the renowned Italian painter Titian to have his portrait done, he did something no monarch had ever done. When Titian dropped his paintbrush on the fl oor, Charles humbly picked it up and gave it to him. I foresee a different but equally interesting switcheroo in your vicinity during the coming weeks. Maybe you will be aided by a big shot or get a blessing from someone you consider out of your league. Perhaps you will earn a status boost or will benefi t from a shift in a hierarchy.

Homework: Imagine a good future scenario you have never dared to visualize. Newsletter.FreeWillAstrology.com

BODYMIND By Mike Macy, LMT

A column exploring the therapeutic applications of the BodyMind

Why I Love the BodyMind Connection

Last August, we discussed the heart, my Exhibit A in any discussion of the bodymind. With all its talk of love and chocolates and Valentines, February seems like the perfect excuse to revisit our most important internal organ.

Still skeptical about the bodymind? The English language is not, as words like heartened and disheartened suggest. Indeed, belief in the bodymind is international. For example, words like courage, encourage and discourage stem from the French word for heart (la coeur).

While the heart may be the “Supreme Ruler,” it and its environs are frequent dumping grounds for emotional overloads and traumas. This should come as no surprise as the aforementioned words and phrases like “take things to heart” suggest. The heart already has a day job. It isn’t designed to be a dumpster or live in one, and these parked traumas interfere with the heart’s performance, forcing it to work harder and wear out sooner. Who wants that?!

Early in my bodywork career, I was drawn to a patient’s heart. Her complaints included depression and lack of energy. Putting my hand on her sternum, I felt this strong posterior pull, as if her heart was glued to her spine. When asked, she said that she was a nurse who worked with the terminally ill and that she’d gotten very close to several patients before they’d passed. As I felt the undertow from those connections, I asked if she’d be willing to release those patients from her heart and memorialize them in some less personally costly way? Yes. Soon her newly freed heart was swinging nicely across her thorax as designed.

Recently, I felt another patient’s heart pulling strongly to the right as if it was a little too chummy with the right lung. When I asked her body whether the associated restriction was primarily physical, emotional, spiritual or a combination, she reported that it was primarily emotional and added from about 20 years prior. Remembering what that was about, she released the associated emotion, allowing us

to restore her heart’s mechanical freedom and innate motion.

I have felt hearts that seemed to be stuck in the patient’s throat, sometimes as the result of a sudden loss and the associated shock, other times following a violent collision with a steering wheel or shoulder harness. After that upward pull was released, faces that had been pinched for years relaxed, and softened.

Oh, happy day!

Even a couch potato’s heart beats some 40 million times per year and pendulums across the thorax four million times a year. Over the decades,

restrictions like these exact a heavy toll. The toughest textiles made disintegrate after 150,000 rubs, providing a little perspective on the miracle of living tissue and its ability to persist for decades, even in the face of various insults: For example, an 80-yearold heart has swung back and forth across the thorax some 320 million times and beat an incredible 24 billion times. Unbelievable!

Our brains automatically park emotional overloads in our tissues so that we can survive to fight another day. We can ignore those meadow muffins and their health consequences, or we can use the bodymind connection to etch-a-sketch our way to a smiley face and a healthier tomorrow, today.

—For 30+ years, Mike Macy, LMT, has specialized in CranioSacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation. An avid skate skier, hiker, and birder, he can be reached at mefmacy@gmail.com.

While the heart may be the “Supreme Ruler,” it and its environs are frequent dumping grounds for emotional overloads and traumas.

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Properties

Let’s Talk About Dirt: Know Before You Buy

Top things to be aware of before buying ranch and land property

We’ve seen increased interest in ranch and land properties, both here in Central Oregon and throughout the Mountain West. In part, due to the pandemic and people shifting away from cities and toward rural areas, maybe in part due to the “Yellowstone effect” – whatever is continuing to drive it, the interest is real.

Whether it be a horse property, hobby farm or fully functioning hay operation, it’s important that you know your goals, understand the complexities of ranch life and connect with the right real estate professionals to help guide you.

Some people want a big, beautiful piece of property for a large-scale operation and care less about the size or condition of the home. Others want a sprawling, upgraded residence with enough land to have a few horses. Before you start searching, it’s important that you get clear on what you want. It is rare to find a ranch and land property that has everything, and when they do, the price tag can be a deterring factor.

Water, water, water

we typically start with how much the land and water is worth and add replacement value to items such as the home, shop, barn, arenas and fencing. Ultimately the market is going to tell you what a fair price for your ranch or land will be. If you can add sources of profit to your property over time, this will greatly help the resale value of your land. Boarding horses can raise substantial income and be an attractive profit stream for owners. As well, keeping hold of your water rights and understanding the long-term value is important

for your own investment and those that may hold interest in the future.

Farming is a way of life. It is a fulltime job. There are no days off, no vacation days and no sick days. There is so much pride to be had in raising your own food and living off the land and when done right can be very lucrative as well. This requires you to master your craft and to stay educated. Having a real estate broker educated on ranch and land is of utmost importance in guiding you to find the perfect fit.

Understand

the basics about land in Oregon

It is always wise to fully understand the ins and outs of any real estate purchase, but especially when buying a ranch. Let’s start with the law. Land use laws in Oregon are some of the strictest in the country. It is important that you understand the laws and policies that affect your property, both now and in the future. Next, having a good understanding of well water versus city water is key to your success. Not only will the water be a source for your home, but it is how you will water your livestock and your crops. Finally, understanding zoning is crucial as it can potentially cut your property taxes in half. Exclusive Farm Use is a clearly defined zone with big implications, both positive and negative. As well, being sure your property is zoned for the number of buildings you desire is crucial.

Home or land: What’s most important to you?

If you’re looking for a ranch and land property, it’s very important that you keep your goals and desires top of mind.

As we know, water is a huge issue in the West and Central Oregon is no stranger. Water on a ranch property takes on a new level of importance as you’ll likely have crops and animals to keep hydrated and healthy. You will also have water rights to use and protect. It might seem obvious, but making sure you have a good, deep producing well is important. I recommend getting a water map of your property from your irrigation district to be sure you understand how to water the correct areas. And do not ever let your water rights go. You can go five years of non-use before your rights can be taken away. Further, understanding the different irrigation districts and the seniority of each is crucial. In years of drought, irrigation districts with senior water rights will continue to have water while newer water districts will not send water even if it’s already been paid for. And down the road, should you decide to sell, having numbers to show potential buyers is very important to prove your profitability and production.

Price and profitability

Determining value for ranch and land is very difficult. It’s hard to find two alike. When we put a value on a ranch,

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