Feel-Good

Locals in Central Oregon can add another must-see concert to their lists with feel-good music made by some down-to-earth artists. Outdoor-lover Griff Washburn started making music under the name of Goth Babe in 2018 and has been thriving ever since. Joining him is the up-and-coming band Husbands, based in Oklahoma City. People can see them perform at the Domino Room July 19.

Originally from Tennessee, Washburn has an adventurous and nomadic lifestyle, living on his 36-foot sailboat, spending time in the mountains of Washington and traveling in his truck camper, which hosts a makeshift recording studio. When not on the road, find Washburn doing outdoor activities such as snow sports, surfing and sailing and generally enjoying the landscape the Pacific Northwest has to offer.

Washburn has a more laid-back approach than most when it comes to making music.

“Making music to Griff is less a climb to the top, as it is a form of free thinking and enjoyment,” reads a statement on his website. Aside from music, Washburn is also passionate about the environment. He dedicates a portion of his tour earnings to helping environmental nonprofits such as the Conservation Lands Foundation and Protect Our Winters.

Opening for Goth Babe is the Oklahoma-based group Husbands, fronted by Danny Davis. Davis has been making music since 2011 but didn’t start releasing music until 2013. The band started with Davis and his friend Wil, when the two were in college. They were both making music separately and decided to join forces. Once they got a band together, they started playing live shows around their city.

While Wil is no longer apart of the band, Husbands has been playing with the same group since 2016, with Davis as the frontman and songwriter. According to Davis, the group’s slow progression from creating music to performing for a larger audience has been well worth it.

“Making music and songs means so much to us, and then to see that it means something to other people. . . it’s been so rewarding,” he told the Source Weekly.

Husbands is set to play several big venues this year, including music festivals such as Austin City Limits. “It feels really gratifying because we love making music,” said Davis. The group has a new single coming out July 14, and a new album releasing in October. Goth

Kids Welding Half Day Camp DIY cave is offering a kids half day welding camps for ages 10 and up. Each day offers a different welding technique including Stick Welding, MIG Welding and MIG Metal Art (Weld-A-Saurus). Each class can be taken alone, or in combination with the other classes for 3 days of learning to weld. Mondays-Tuesdays, 9am-2pm. Through Aug. 16. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. makeit@diycave.com. $249.

MOPS (Moms of Preschoolers) Bend

Playdate MOPS Bend invites all moms of littles to come play at the splash pad! Come chat with other local moms! July 12, 11:30am-1:30pm.

Alpenglow Park, 61049 Southeast 15th Street, Bend. Contact: mopsbend@gmail.com. Free.

Story Time in the Garden Children and families are invited to explore the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden at The Environmental Center. The event will begin with a nature-based story time, followed by a chance for caregivers and little ones to get their hands dirty in the garden. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. July 12, 10:30-11:30am. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-312 -1062. elsah@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Fried Chicken Thursdays Fried Chicken

Thursdays at Flights Wine Bar! Dine in with a 2-piece plate with sides and a biscuit for $18 or take an 8-piece bucket and a bottle to-go! Upgrade to the “Balla Bucket” to get a selected bottle of champagne. Thursdays, 3-9pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@gmail.com. $38.

Sunday Brunch Sunday Brunch featuring fresh local, seasonal ingredients and beverage specials. Sundays, 10am-1pm. Eqwine Wine Bar, 218 SW 4th St, Redmond. Contact: 541-5274419. Free.

Yamhill-Carlton Wineries in Bend Join for an evening of fine Pinot Noir at the beautiful Tetherow resort. Taste wines from 19 producers from the Yamhill-Carlton AVA alongside wine-friendly fare from the talented culinary team at Tetherow. Small bites include five-spice kabobs and mushroom risotto fritters. July 14, 5-8pm. Tetherow, 61240 Skyline Ranch Rd., Bend. Contact: 844-4319701. cassondra@playnicepr.com. $125.

Bastille Day Celebrate Bastille Day (French Independence Day) at Viaggio! They will be rolling out French-inspired wine menus, delicious menu additions, fun french pop, and discounts to boot! On the shaded patio and in the bar! Bring your berets and let’s have some fun! July 14, 3-9pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541-299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. Free.

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.

Cross Cut Warming Hut: Locals’ Day!

Tuesdays are Locals’ Day. Every Tuesday enjoy $1 off regular size draft beverages. Come by the Warming Hut and hang out by the fire. See you soon, Bend! Tuesdays. Crosscut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend.

Damn Tasty Beer Fest Join for a Damn Tasty Beer Fest. Immerse yourself in a day filled with local brews, live music, delectable food and a variety of vendors. Get ready for an epic celebration of all things beer! Hosted at the Deschutes Brewery Beer Garden! July 15, 1-5pm. Deschutes Brewery Beer Garden, 969 SW Colorado Ave, Bend. Cotact:541-385-8606. MDawson@deschutesbrewery.com. Tasting packages starting at $10.

Hope Well Wine Tasting Taste Hope Well Wines from Mimi Casteel, (daughter of owners of highly notable Bethel Heights Vineyard).

Jonathan Staehr will walk you through the series of her incredible, regenerative farmed Oregon wines, that showcase her immense talents in winemaking. We hope you can join! July 13, 5-7pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541-299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. Free/Viaggio Wine Club members, $10/non-members.

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

Mixed Case Tuesdays Shop Viaggio Wine Merchant on Tuesdays and receive 15% off your purchase of any mixed case of wine (12 bottles), and 20% off special order cases we order for you. Tuesdays, 3-9pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. Free.

Mocktails: The Art of Non-Alcoholic Mixology Flavorful and sophisticated non-alcoholic drinks are perfect for entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Learn about the art of making drinks, syrups, infusions and edible garnishes. The group will explore how to use herbs and spices to approximate the flavors of popular cocktail spirits. Join online via Zoom meeting. July 17, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-312-1029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Suttle Lodge’s Wine on the Deck Series: COR Cellars This week, we welcome COR Cellars from Lyle, Washington. At COR they believe that wine is the perfect mix of agriculture, art and science – the things that set us aside as a species and speak to our evolution on this earth. They focus on site selection, seasons, and low impact practices, to make lovely wines that pair best with good food and good company. July 18, 3-6pm. The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse, 13300 Hwy 20, Sisters. Contact: 541-323-0964.

Munich Mondays: $1 Off Liters Prost! Join for Munich Mondays! Get your favorite German Bier in a 1L mug for $1 off normal pricing. Full menu and amazing beer all day. Mondays, 3-10pm. Prost! Bend, 40 SW Century Dr. #140, Bend. Contact: info@prostbend.com.

Whiskey Tuesdays The Cross-eyed Cricket

Watering Hole is offering exclusive access to a library of top shelf whiskeys every Tue. Oneounce pours for reasonable prices. Come by and try something new, or sip on your favorites! Tuesdays, 11am-11pm. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Free.

Womens Tasting Flight A Tour of France with Tim Rippa! Enjoy 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. Come try six different varieties from all over France! July 18, 5:30-7pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@ gmail.com. $66.

Zorba The Greek Truck Pop-Up Zorba, the Greek food truck, will be popping up at Boneyard Beer every Friday throughout the summer, serving up authentic gyros, grilled potatoes, feta dip, Greek salad, house made baklava and baklava ice cream. Grab a beer and check it out! Fridays, Noon-7pm. Through July 28. Boneyard Beer, 37 NW Lake Place, Bend. Contact: 907-3946802. zorbathegreektruck@outlook.com. Free.

Art Works Yoga on the Lawn Five weeks of donation-based classes on the lawn at Sisters Art Works from July 10 - August 14. Taught by Black Butte Chiropractic and YOGA instructors. A $10 donation is recommended, but not required. All levels of yoga expertise are welcome!

Mondays, 5-6pm. Through Aug. 14. Sisters Art Works, 204 West Adams, Sisters. Contact: info@ sistersfolkfestival.org. Free.

BEing with Horses An intentional space to be in the presence of horses. Horses offer an unparalleled opportunity for hands-on learning of multi-dimensional awareness and sensory processing. Sessions include awareness-based breathing, movement and touch tasks with the CHOICE Horse Herd. No horse experience necessary, no horseback riding. Ages 14+. Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45am. Through July 26. CHOICE Tribe, 23045 Alfalfa Market Road, Bend. Contact: 541815-3131. choicetribeoregon@gmail.com. $45.

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.

Group Meditation Classes Join Amy Kowalski LMT, Cht Tuesday evenings from 5:307pm for group meditation classes. Drop-ins are welcome. Call 541-330-0334 to reserve your spot today. Amy will guide participants into the present moment through centering breath work and attention to the body for grounding and relaxation. Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm. Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, 39 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-330-0334. info@hawthorncenter.com. $15.

Live In-Person Breathwork with Crystal Healing Curious about breathwork and crystals? Try both at Natures Bling! As Whitney guides your breath, you will be surrounded by crystals from lands far far away to support your breathwork journey. Find out what crystals represent the current Zodiac and more! Only 20 spots available. Thu, July 13, 7-8:15pm and Sun, Aug. 13, 7-8:15pm. Nature’s Bling, 133 SW Century Drive, Bend. Contact: 208-409-6028. breathewithwhitney@gmail.com. $30.

Masculine Embodiment Nights Come together in a circle of brothers and become more of the authentic man you are. Movement, breath work, radical witnessing and meditation brings men into deeper presence and connection. A rotating roster of experienced facilitators set a bulletproof container where men can feel safe to share what’s on their hearts. Third Tuesday of every month, 7-9pm. Through Dec. 20. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-066-8759. andrew@masculineembodiment.com. Donation.

Mom + Baby Yoga Classes Flow from pose to pose toning, stretching and strengthening your body while releasing tension. Plus, the group will work to properly strengthen abdominal and back muscles to reduce postpartum back pain, while including movements and songs with babies. Moms and babies age 6 week - pre crawlers. Thursdays, 10:45am-Noon Through Aug. 17. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $120.

Outdoor Yoga Classes Join outside in the fresh air for this all levels adult Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class built around sun salutations and creative sequencing to build heat, endurance, flexibility and strength. You will be guided safely through smooth pose-to-pose transitions as you move with your breath. Check website for prices! Mondays-Tuesdays-Fridays-Saturdays, 9:15-10:15am. Through Sept. 19. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $20.

Sunday on the Green Community members volunteer their esoteric services including tarot, intuitive art, astrology, reiki and more in the spirit of community healing and spiritual connection. Please bring cans of food to donate to Neighbor Impact and enjoy services free of charge under the trees at Cosmic Depot! Sundays, 10am-2pm. The Cosmic Depot, 342 NE Clay Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-385-7478. cosmicdepot@msn.com. Accepting canned food for Neighbor Impact.

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