Source Weekly March 11, 2021

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: 4 - Opinion 5 - Mailbox 6 - News Seniors speak out – The isolation and fear of the pandemic has hit seniors hard. In this guest column, a local man chats with seniors about what they’ve experienced.

10 - Feature Summer in the forest – Between closures on the Pacific Crest Trail due to wildfire, and a new permit system moving forward in some wilderness areas, there will be lots for recreationalists to learn about in the upcoming warm season.

13 - Source Picks 14 - Sound 15 - Calendar

On the Cover: Mike Leecy, a forest technician for the Warm Springs Agency and resource advisor on the Lionshead Fire, overlooks Whitewater Canyon across the drainage from the origin of the Lionshead Fire on Monday, Oct. 5, 2020. Photo by Kevin Benedict / USFS

19 - Culture 21 - Chow 23 - Screen

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24 - Outside Braiding Sweetgrass – The author of “Braiding Sweetgrass,” Robin Wall Kimmerer, chats about our relationship with the land and what to expect in her upcoming presentation for locals.

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Over the past year we’ve spent a lot of time looking at the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic—but that’s just one of the challenges Oregonians have faced this year. In this week’s feature section, two contributors offer some perspective on how events over the past year—including wildfires, tourism and a lack of volunteers in the forest—are making an impact this year. One of the biggest changes locals will see is the advent of a permit system for some of the region’s most popular trails—a change that has come with a lot of controversy. While I don’t think I’m alone in saying I’m looking forward to spring and being able to get out on some of those trails via biking or hiking, these adjustments in our area mean we’ll all be challenged to spread out more and to seek out less-traveled places to do so. Enjoy your week, and thanks for reading!

OPINION

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ust when you thought we’d put aside politics for a while—so soon after an emotional and contentious 2020 presidential election— more intrigue is ahead. Every 10 years, following the U.S. Census, the lines defining districts for state House and Senate, along with U.S. Congressional Districts, have an opportunity to be redrawn based on shifts in population.

Oregon overall has seen huge population growth since the last Census in 2010—with the Bend area seeing some of the most explosive growth in the state. With that, it’s very likely that the districts for Oregon’s House District 54—the seat currently held by Rep. Jason Kropf (D-Bend)—and Oregon Senate 27—the seat held by Sen. Tim Knopp (R-Bend) will need to be redrawn. More broadly, the lines for Oregon’s Congressional District 2—a vast district that includes all the land east of the Cascades, and Medford, too, will likely see a redrawing.

This process of redistricting, as it’s called, has huge implications for how communities are represented in government—and how they’re drawn can generate loads of controversy, as we saw when the lines for House District 53 and 54 were drawn in their current form, creating a House 53 “donut” encompassing Sunriver and Redmond, and surrounding the House 54 “donut hole.” Bend, even back when those lines were drawn, was the more liberal-leaning bastion surrounded by a more conservative donut.

With Bend’s influence and blue-leaning population only growing, it’s very likely that portions of what is now the more conservative House 53 could soon be absorbed by House 54—something that stands to either placate or infuriate folks who find themselves represented by a member of a different political party.

In a normal time, this process is fraught with potential for political intrigue—with the gerrymandering of districts to favor one party or another, not the least of the intrigues. But in keeping with this wild year that we have all experienced, the coronavirus is peeking its head in and delivering even more hiccups. Because Census workers were unable to collect population information as quickly as in years past, the U.S. Census Bureau has already stated that it would not be delivering its population information by the usual April 1 deadline—a deadline set by the Oregon Constitution. Under that same Constitution, the state legislature has until July 1 to submit new maps to Gov. Kate Brown for her approval. If those maps are not submitted

by July 1, it’s up to a panel of five judges to draw the congressional districts, and up to the secretary of state to draw the maps for state legislative districts. Newly elected Secretary of State Shemia Fagan has already announced that she’s preparing to do just that—and that’s where some of

the current intrigue lies.

Sen. Tim Knopp, a member of the Senate Redistricting Committee and Republican in a state with supermajorities in the House and Senate, and with Democratic representation in both the governor and secretary of state’s offices, is among the bipartisan leaders pushing for an extension of Oregon’s deadline, which would be decided by Oregon’s Supreme Court.

In the meantime, hearings have begun across the state, aimed at helping Oregonians understand the plans for redistricting. Without knowing the final Census tally, and without any maps yet to show voters what things might look like, the public is currently being invited to learn more about the process and how it might affect their representation in Salem and Washington, D.C. In a process that can be fraught with much controversy—especially when one party controls all branches of state government—thus far, lawmakers appear to be united in the front to change the deadlines. We can only hope that this bipartisan spirit continues when and if the Oregon Supreme Court decides to extend Oregon’s deadlines.

While there’s much left to be seen about this process, the way to engage right now is to attend the next virtual hearing for Region 2, which happens Saturday, Mar. 20. Another meeting was held March 10.

“I cannot stress enough how important it is for our communities of interest—BIPOC folks, members of the LGTBQIA+ community, women, immigrants, refugees and rural communities to be active in this process,” Sen. Lew Frederick (D-N/NE Portland), a redistricting committee member, said in a press release.

As Knopp put it, “This is one of the most important opportunities to participate in when it comes to our Constitutional Republic.”

People can get more information or sign up to testify at: oregonlegislature. gov/redistricting/.

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ST. CHARLES RN ON THE STRIKE

RE: LAST WEEK’S LETTERS I’d like to commend you for a couple of the letters you published in this week’s Source (04 March). Specifically, the letters from Zach Beckwith and Harry Williamson. I realize that some of your readership won't agree with the writers' views, but it's important to allow divergent viewpoints to be

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aired. Regarding Zach's letter, I'd only add that the economic damage that could be done by HB 3296 isn't limited to brewers, vintners and distilleries.

Many of our Central Oregon restaurants and pubs derive a fair portion of their income from beer, wine and cocktail sales. These items functionally subsidize the costs of operating a restaurant and permit better offerings and reasonable prices to all customers - whether they imbibe or not. And, of course, all of these factors have an overall impact on Central Oregon's economy by keeping it an attractive destination for tourism - and the jobs that brings. Oregon Recovers is way off the mark on this proposal - and there are better, more efficient ways to achieve their purported goals without implementing a punitive excise tax.

Mr. Williamson’s letter is a bit harsher, but his points are valid nonetheless.

His brief reference to the anonymity of the original writer is a sad, but necessary, commentary on the hazards of expressing a viewpoint distinct from that of our current political culture. His comments on personal responsibility and accepting consequences for inappropriate behavior are right on the mark, if out of step with our “anything goes” society.

I think that the Source has demonstrated its own “personal responsibility” in publishing his letter. I hope that he isn’t harassed for having the audacity to sign his name.

—Kent McLean

children who attended this party need some child rearing advice. I highly recommend to all parents read the book “How To Raise An Adult,” by Julie Lythcott-Haimes. She is a former dean of Stanford University and has amazing insights as to how and why we are raising children whom are entitled and not able to find the wherewithal to make smart choices and be happy adults. It is insightful. I read it many years ago and saw her at a book signing, and well, it opened my eyes and it all made sense.

As parents we cannot indulge our children so much, we have to learn to say no, have consequences and help them learn independence by not doing so much for them. Let them take their consequences so they can learn their own lessons. So BPLS district are you going to provide consequences for these students?

—Nicole Perullo, via bendsource.com

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forest fires last summer were the worst we have ever had. If each of us don’t begin taking personal responsibility for the way we consume, waste and live the prospects are bleak.

[Central Oregon] LandWatch is about the only organization I am aware of that is conscientiously observing how our lands and water are being used and/or abused and calling out unlawful behavior. We cannot let money do all the talking. Support small farming, simple lifestyles and don’t trample the land… respect it and give back.

—Jeanne Brooks

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Does anyone care what is happening to our beautiful state of Oregon? Do you see the rampant population growth that is causing 1000s of acres of land and trees to be flattened and mowed down for homes, schools, shops, and you-name-it? And do we have the roads, infrastructure or water resources to support this kind of growth... apparently not.

We are in the middle of an environmental crisis that has caused degradation and destruction everywhere. The

RE: LETTERS, 3/4 I completely agree with Harry Williamson.

The BPLS district and the school board are not doing their jobs in regards to this situation. And it appears that our community of parents whom had

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Patient care today in the Main OR at St Charles Medical Center in Bend is practically non-existent due to the significant decrease in surgeries. The claim that the “hospital is open and providing care as usual” made by hospital administration is not accurate, and it is simply impossible given the current circumstances. There are replacement surgical and radiology technicians on site, but they are not trained to the level that our native techs are as to the equipment, policies, best practices, and staff. Because of this, the nurses at St. Charles are highly skeptical that the high level of care and competence we had previously is obtainable by these temporary workers, whose training, skill levels, and practice are unknowns. Additionally, these replacements have received almost no typical orientation to their units—an unheard of action and well outside of best practice. As the primary advocates for our patients, we are concerned that this is negatively impacting our ability to provide the level of care they, and our community as a whole, deserve.

The RNs urge St. Charles to end this strike by meeting the reasonable and deserved requests being made by OFNHP. —Corey A. Sattler

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NEWS

Seniors on the Pandemic, Race Relations and More

A conversation at COCC sparks an ongoing dialogue between residents at a local retirement home

By Marcus LeGrand

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uring a pandemic, nothing is “neutral” when it comes to being isolated. COVID-19 changed the way we interact as families. Older adults are urged to stay away from other people as much as possible, so visiting mom and dad is a difficult option. Yet after months of being at home, many want to go out into the world again.

Honest words were relayed to me during a virtual forum at Central Oregon Community College, “A Community Conversation About Race.” During the event, I had the pleasure of engaging with Touchmark Village at Mt. Bachelor Village residents, Florence Beier, 91, Rosalind Davenport, 74, Paul White, 79, and a fourth who decided not to be interviewed.

After the original forum, we met every Friday for a month in the fall to discuss their efforts in having open conSubmitted

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versations about race. During the process, they led four different discussion groups. The materials used for the discussion were based on a racial history timeline of Oregon, current civic events, current noteworthy books and articles on discriminatory segregation, police profiling and systemic racism.

Beier, a journalist, teacher, communication consultant, and mediator, engaged early in activism. In 1946 near the University of California,-Los Angeles, she engaged in a “sit-in” at a lunch counter near campus which refused to serve Black students. This moment began her fight for social justice.

Davenport, was a 35-year educator experienced as a classroom instructor, including K-12 and graduate level instruction at UC-Berkeley Extension, and also served as an administrator.

Davenport was also founding principal of a new school in Alameda, California, that absorbed Woodstock and two other small elementary schools. The school

was named after Ruby Bridges, the Civil Rights activist. Davenport had the honor of consulting with and meeting Ms. Bridges during the initial months of the school’s operations.

White is a retired physicist who studied at the University of Texas at Austin, before teaching at St. Edward’s University, and then moving to Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico.

He worked on nuclear weapon design and in weapon program management, served as a technical advisor to arms control negotiations in Geneva, and the led the laboratory’s technical cooperation with Russian nuclear laboratories.

The pandemic has made it extremely hard for this population and unfortunately, the public has not investigated how to connect with our older citizens. Having the ability to interact in an antiracist learning environment with people of varying backgrounds and disciplines allowed us to re-examine how our older population has always helped to impact change.

Marcus LeGrand: I thought that we could start with a simple question to lay a foundation for our conversation, but this first one has many complex explanations. You have been isolated at Touchmark Village since March.

What has been the most difficult part for you and other residents?

Rosalind Davenport: It has been hard for people here who do not have the technology or the overall means to connect. The isolation has been extremely emotional and finding ways to cope has been tough for me and other residents, especially for those who are single or have a deceased spouse. I grew up in an affectionate family, and not being able to hug my grandkids is hard, and the lack of touch and contact weighs on you.

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Rosalind Davenport.

experienced challenges such as World War II, the Civil Rights movement in the ‘60s, and the violence of recent years. It helps that we have a diversity of political points of view here. I keep in touch with my family by electronics and hikes.

Paul White: Having a partner to share the day with is a big boost. Similarly, others that have family close by or a day’s drive away have a distinct advantage over others who do not. And we see how this depresses many of our friends, and so do our best to help one another.

ML: Being that you cannot interact with the community in your normal fashion, what type of activities are you engaged in to discuss issues locally and nationally?

RD: The more positive aspect of living here is the people and being able to socialize. We developed book clubs and discussion groups, which allowed us to have conversations about Black Lives Matter and surviving during the pandemic. The Zoom classes offered us an opportunity to engage in discussions with other residents. At times we didn’t all agree, but the conversations were so necessary.

PW: The pandemic has changed the way we live, and it’s been difficult. Before we could easily go knock on someone’s door and visit with one another, plus, many of the residents still want to be a part of the outside community. It is a risk to go out, but we still want to walk trails or go grocery shopping. What we noticed is the younger population was not wearing masks, potentially placing our population in a difficult situation.

FB: This pandemic has been hard, but the perception is that the older population have lived their lives. What many do not understand is that we still have a lot of vitality and valuable insights to offer. We miss the community groups where we normally participate.

ML: Since you are not able to engage in your normal manner, what

advice would you give the community on how to engage with the older population? Plus, what do you think will happen once COVID is over?

FB: The perception is that many people feel we are old and not up to date on issues such as systemic racism. Plus, we can help find solutions if they would only ask. Once we can get back out into the community and invite others to Touchmark, we have a lot to contribute.

PW: A lot of us came to Touchmark because we wanted to continue our full lives. It was sometimes hard for us to do this living in single-family homes. We want to remain active and not just sit at home.

We treasure the opportunities to walk, to be out in natural environment, and other ways to engage in the broader community. And now we see all these restrictions taking place in a political environment in which we want to engage, but in which it’s Submitted

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extremely difficult to allow us to engage.

So, when COVID restrictions are over, I think it is going to be a boost in the area of racial relations and social justice. I think older populations like us can draw on our experience to help to bring awareness to the changes we need to make.

RD: Future after COVID-19, it’s going to be a lot of work to get people reconnected, to get small businesses back on their feet, and it’s hard to know what the path looks like. See, we have never been in this situation before and fixing our community will take time. I believe there will be a different conversation about health care and next year will be an opportunity for change, different interactions with city leadership, and what we have learned from this experience is going to be a great lesson.

-Marcus LeGrand is a community leader and college administrator at Central Oregon Community College.

NEWS

Noticias en Español El uso del bosque nacional aumentó 40% en nuestra región. Este año, el sistema de permisos planeado sigue adelante.

Por Damian Fagan Traducido por Jéssica Sánchez-Millar de los lugares de recreo, lo cual definitivamente superó nuestra capacidad para atender a todos los visitantes y tuvo consecuencias en el medio ambiente natural.”

Una combinación del aumento de visitas, acompañadas de automóviles con un solo pasajero, fácilmente saturaron los lugares de estacionamiento a lo largo de los senderos de la zona centro de Oregon en el año 2020. Al principio, las zonas de acampar se usaron demasiado, pero sin el servicio de basura o el mantenimiento de los baños y especialmente cuando abrieron las reservaciones, rápidamente las llenaron los residentes locales y los visitantes que también buscaban un refugio y santuario Aunque algunos voluntarios pudieron salir a mediados de julio, sus números fueron limitados por las precauciones de COVID-19. Junto con el cambio de parte del equipo de senderos a tareas de bomberos debido a las restricciones presupuestales, los senderos estaban faltos

de mantenimiento a principios de la temporada por parte de los equipos de senderos voluntarios.

Entonces, ¿qué tanto afectó a los bosques locales la falta de voluntarios? “Tenemos el segundo programa de voluntarios más grande que cualquier otro bosque nacional en los Estados Unidos” dijo Nelson-Dean. “En promedio, anualmente tenemos más de 2,500 voluntarios que contribuyen con un valor de más de $1 millón de dólares en trabajo para mantener principalmente los bienes recreativos, pero también hacen otro tipo de trabajo. Si no fuera por el tremendo trabajo que hacen los voluntarios, no podríamos mantener nuestras más de 2,000 millas de senderos en el bosque nacional de Deschutes.”

El sistema de permisos para los espacios naturales en Central Cascades se extiende en línea El año pasado, los bosques nacionales de Deschutes y Willamette

suspendieron la implementación del sistema de permisos para los espacios naturales en Central Cascades, creado para proteger los recursos culturales y naturales, así como la experiencia de los visitantes al limitar la entrada a diferentes senderos en los espacios naturales de Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson y Mt. Washington.

Usando la temporada pasada como barómetro, el servicio forestal decidió seguir adelante con la implementación de un sistema de permisos de entrada limitada durante este año, del 28 de mayo al 24 de septiembre. Los usuarios podrán obtener un permiso de uso durante el día o la noche a partir del 6 de abril por medio de Recreation. gov. Una parte de los permisos serán emitidos por adelantado durante toda la temporada, mientras que otros estarán disponibles siete días antes de la fecha de salida.

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uchos están felices de ver el año 2020 en el retrovisor. Con una embravecida pandemia de coronavirus, una polémica elección, incendios forestales devastadores, un derrumbe económico y los mandatos de quedarse en casa, era obvio que cuando dieran luz verde, se presentaría el uso explosivo de las zonas de recreo.

Las actividades de recreo y estar fuera, en la naturaleza, era casi el único juego en la ciudad, ¿cómo influyó “quintafecta” en los senderos en la zona centro de Oregon?

“Las cifras iniciales muestran que tuvimos cerca de un 40% de aumento en visitas al bosque nacional este año,” comentó Jean Nelson-Dean, funcionario de asuntos públicos del bosque nacional de Deschutes. “En 2018, hicimos una encuesta oficial sobre el uso de visitantes, lo cual mostró que tenemos 3.3 millones de visitantes al año en el bosque nacional de Deschutes. Si vemos el aumento de un 40% de los 3.3 millones de visitantes, fue un nivel fenomenal el uso

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Oregon Democrats eye evictions, foreclosures, homelessness in 2021 Legislators unveiled proposals to build more shelters, protect people who live in tents, and create paths to homeownership

By Lauren Dake (OPB) Democratic lawmakers have proposed spending $535 million to go toward the housing crisis this session.

About $230 million would be carved out for affordable rental housing construction and another $30 million would help qualifying individuals put a down payment on home purchases. Some of that money, nearly $50 million, would go toward creating more navigation centers statewide, which are low-barrier emergency shelters open seven days a week and aim to connect those living without shelter to services that could help them. Lawmakers are also expecting more assistance from the federal government, which could be put toward offering renters more relief.

On Monday, Democrats — who hold the majority in both chambers of the Oregon Legislature — unveiled some of the policy proposals they consider to be priorities during the 2021 legislative session. Here is a quick look at some of those bills: Emergency Shelter Expedited Siting, House Bill 2006: The lack of an adequate number of shelter beds has plagued the state for several years. This bill aims to help local governments cut through some of the red tape to quickly create an emergency shelter. The bill would allow local governments to waive design, planning and zoning regulations to approve the siting of emergency shelters. Shelters would still need to comply with certain building codes and meet certain public health and safety requirements.

The emergency siting authority would expire July 1, 2022, although shelters could remain open after that date.

Shelter Support and Navigation Centers, House Bill 2004: This is a companion bill to go with House Bill 2006. It would carve out $45 million to help build shelter capacity statewide and create navigation centers in Bend, Eugene, McMinnville, Medford and Salem. The bulk of the money, $26.5 million, would go toward grants to help increase low-barrier shelter capacity, to put toward creating necessary elements of a facility such as bathrooms. Some of the money, about $2 million, would go to Oregon Housing and Community Services so they can offer technical assistance.

Mobile Crisis Intervention Teams, House Bill 2417: More than three decades ago, the city of Eugene created a public safety program where mental health professionals - instead of police officers responded to some public safety crises that involved homelessness, addiction or mental illnesses. A crisis worker who has training in the mental health field arrives with either a nurse, paramedic or EMT. This bill has been dubbed the “CAHOOTS” (Crisis Assistance Helping Out On The Streets) bill, named after the program in Lane

Tents line a sidewalk in Northeast Portland. Legislation proposed by Oregon Democrats would make it easier to approve homeless shelters, and harder to sweep away tent dwellings.

County. The bill would put the Department of Human Services (DHS) in charge of providing 50% matching grants to cities or counties to create and run their own mobile crisis intervention programs. It carves out $10 million from the general fund.

Protecting Survival Activities in Public Space, House Bill 3115: This bill would prevent cities and counties from enacting sweeping laws prohibiting homeless people from camping on public land.

The goal of this bill, House Speaker Tina Kotek said, is to ensure there are “objectively reasonable” policies in place when it comes to determining where and how people can live outdoors. If a city or local government were to enact a more restrictive measure, this could allow homeless people to sue in order to stop them.

COVID Recovery Protection, Senate Bill 282: The current eviction moratorium expires on July 1. On that date, tenants will owe all of their back rent, along with the current month’s rent. This bill would extend the grace period by which tenants must pay back their rent until February 2022. Proponents have made the case that millions of dollars in federal assistance will still be coming into the state, but not yet distributed during this time period. So, extending the grace period could mean landlords are still compensated financially while giving tenants more time to pay their debt.

Individual Assessments in Rent Applications, Senate Bill 291: This bill aims to make it more difficult to screen out tenants due to an applicant’s arrest and conviction history, with the larger goal of trying to reduce existing racial disparities in Oregon housing. The bill would prohibit landlords from considering arrests that don’t end in a conviction, or that result in a diversion. A tenant could not be rejected if they had been convicted for something that is no longer a crime in Oregon. The bill would also require a landlord to consider the severity of the incident, how much time has elapsed and the age of the applicant at the time of the

incident. If the landlord denies the application, they must provide a written statement saying why within 14 days.

Foreclosure Moratorium Extension, House Bill 2009: This bill would extend the moratorium on foreclosures until Sept. 1. The bill would be retroactive back to Dec. 31 and would only apply to residential property owners.

Manufactured Home Park Tenants’ Opportunity to Purchase, House Bill 2364: This bill would require owners of a residential facility who is considering selling their property to give tenants 20 days to form a tenant committee and give them the right of first refusal to purchase the property. If the owner receives notice within the correct time frame that the tenant committee wants to purchase the facility, the owner may not make or accept a purchase offer for the facility. The owner must first make an offer in writing to sell the facility to the tenants committee at an equal or lower price and on similar terms.

Racial Disparities in Home Ownership, Senate Bill 79: This measure carves out money to help offer grants and loans for down payment assistance. The goal is to help increase homeownership access to low-income individuals and to begin to address racial disparities in home ownership. The bill allows Oregon’s nine federally-recognized tribes to use the homeownership assistance program in their communities. It would also allow for culturally specific counseling, financial literacy classes and work to ensure language barriers are less of a barrier when it comes to buying a home.

Healthy Homes Program, House Bill 2842: This measure would create a “healthy homes” program within the state’s health authority. The program’s goal would be to provide grants for low-income households and landlords to repair and rehabilitate residential dwelling units that could be considered health hazards.

-This story was republished through a content sharing agreement with Oregon Public Broadcasting.

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efore the COVID-19 pandemic upended our lives and before the wildfires devastated our state, Oregon was already in the midst of a housing crisis. Now, it’s worse.

For years, housing issues in the state legislature were considered more of an afterthought; issues to be tackled primarily at the local level. But in more recent history, the topic has taken center stage inside the state Capitol. In 2019, lawmakers passed ambitious proposals, such as a first-in-the-nation cap on rents and a move to end single-family zoning.

But never before has the crisis in the state been so profound, making it one of the most pressing and urgent issues lawmakers will face this legislative session.

The 2020 wildfire season wiped out entire communities, destroying as many as 4,000 homes, many of them considered to be affordable housing. With the economic uncertainty and job losses spurred by the pandemic, lawmakers are also trying desperately to avoid an eviction cliff and ensure many more people don’t lose their homes in foreclosures.

Even before the pandemic and wildfires, Oregon’s rate of homeless was one of the highest in the United States. In 2019, an Urban Institute report found Oregon had rates of unsheltered homelessness of more than 3.5 times the national average. For years, there has been a chronic underproduction of housing. The Oregon Housing and Community Services agency estimated the state needs to see double the production of housing in order to meet the current demands and triple the current production of subsidized affordable housing units.

“For me, I think about it as, ‘What do we need to do specifically related to the pandemic and what do we need to do related to the pre-existing crises,” said Rep. Julie Fahey, D-Eugene, who oversees the Oregon House Committee on Housing.

This legislative session, lawmakers are considering bills to extend the moratorium on foreclosures, give renters more time to pay down their debt and expedite the process to create emergency housing shelters. Democrats have proposed increasing a tax credit for those who develop or rehabilitate housing for agricultural workers. They hope to help kids aging out of foster care with rental assistance. And they want to see the homeless crisis addressed through a racial-equity lens.

“This is the most unequal recession we have ever faced,” Sen. Kayse Jama, the chair of the Senate Committee on Housing and Development, said in a statement. “We must stay focused on helping tenants who have lost their income through no fault of their own and help keep people housed.”

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Post Fires, a Broken Pacific Crest Trail Will the PCT’s Lionshead wildfire scars affect spring traffic?

By K.M. Collins Jordan Summers

A tranquil day on the Pacific Crest Trail, through the lens of the author of the PCT thru-hiker’s “bible, Jordan Summers.”

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t’s been a little over one week since the start of the official Pacific Crest Trail hiking season on March 1, and according to Scott Wilkinson of the PCT Alliance, only approximately 75% of the normal number of long-distance permits have gone out.

Fire on the Pacific Crest Trail in Oregon Perhaps one of the causes of lower permit numbers: the wildfires that ripped through Oregon last year.

In August 2020, lightning sparked a fire in Lionshead Canyon on the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation, about 14 miles west of the Warm Springs community. Soon after, while the blaze still raged, a historic windstorm rapidly spread fires west onto the Willamette, Deschutes and Mt. Hood national forests.

According to Inciweb, the inter-agency fire reporting system, the Lionshead Fire swept across 204,469 acres, heavily impacting the PCT. Although much about the extent of damage is unknown (with many affected acres still tucked under a blanket of March snow) currently a 9-mile swath of the PCT is closed. The closure stretches from roughly mile 2,027, north of Pamelia Lake, to roughly mile 2,036, north of Jefferson Park—and the PCTA isn’t recommending reroutes.

“Generally, the PCTA does not describe or suggest detours for fire closures, often because the detours involve long road walks that can be impractical (and sometimes dangerous) to hikers. What we recommend is that hikers make arrangements for transportation around closures—and we leave it up to them,” Wilkinson said.

In addition, Wilkinson shared that the PCT had very little of its normal maintenance done in 2020 due to the pandemic.

This could mean far more downed trees across the trail than in a normal year.

“Some sections could be in rough shape. We’re *recommending​ * that long-distance hikers postpone their hikes until 2022, but that is not a regulation or order; the PCTA does not have the authority to close the PCT.” Wilkinson encourages hikers to closely inspect the list of trail closures found on the PCTA site, because closures and

transects needing triage go far beyond the aforementioned Lionshead section.

Another reason for a drop in thru hiker traffic is—you guessed it—the pandemic.

A few COVID measures the PCTA is recommending include doing single-day or single-overnights only, choosing to hike sections close to home. Other recommendations include avoiding resupply stops, only hiking with family or fewer than six people and following all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.

During a regular season, only 15 to 20% of the people getting those permits end up hiking the whole trail to completion, Wilkinson said—sometimes due to cancellations, or because hikers are only hiking certain segments.

“Some people don’t intend to hike the entire trail, which is 2,650 miles,” observes Wilkinson. “But for those who do plan to, the attrition rate is extremely high. The vast majority don’t make it for a variety of reasons… most common are injuries, running out of money—and some just decide that walking

Completely revamped, the author and veteran thru-hiker, Jordan Summers, said his book, “Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon & Washington,” has many improvements over the former edition. The most important of which, he shares, is, “The addition of full-page, full color maps with mileage annotations. These make navigation and planning much easier and more accurate for hikers of varied skills.”

Since the guide’s last iteration 16 years ago, many trail segments have been realigned, bridges installed (or demolished by flood), campsites removed, trail mileage and directional signs procured and more backcountry toilets installed.

“These are all pretty vital for hikers to be familiar with,” notes Summers.

About wildfire prevention on the trail, Summers, also a certified Leave-No-Trace instructor, shares, “I am sure that a bit of education on stove and fire safety would go a long way to preventing accidental fires. Alcohol [as a stove fuel] is dangerous because the flame is invisible and cannot be regulated. It’s on or off. Forest duff— Lucas Rietmann

A view from above of the Lionshead Fire, started by lightning on the Warm Springs reservation.

every day for six months with 30-40lbs on their back is not what they thought it would be!” To get a true picture of what this weird season on the PCT looked like, official data on permits and hikers will be available in the fall, Wilkinson said.

The PCT hikers’ bible Hikers who do decide to embark on a longer PCT journey this year have the January 2021 refresh and release of what is essentially the PCT thru-hikers’ bible.

needles, leaves, dried grass or moss—is not a safe place for a fire. I’ve seen many instances of both of these, and they are scary. In the San Bernardino Mountains, I did have to extinguish a large untended fire with handfuls of snow as glowing embers were sent over the area by high winds. Twenty minutes of scraping snow for someone else’s lack of knowledge.”

Although the Lionshead Fire was started by lightning, 2020’s humancaused fires based in Oregon included

Brattain Lake, Leslie Gulch and Almeda Drive and the Beachie Creek fires. Officials suspect arson in the last two.

As Summers can attest, hiking amid wildfires can be scary—but he offers some advice based on experience.

“It’s unfortunate that fires don’t give any warning before they begin pumping smoke over your campsite. It’s a gross thing to wake up to, especially if you’re already rising in the dark and there’s no visual indication of where the fire is located,” he said. “No flames are visible. No onrush of fleeing wildlife to follow. Just gear up and keep hiking north. Cough. Cough. Check the fire reports if you have a signal; look for weather and fire alerts on your tracking device; watch for signs posted on trailside trees; follow the instructions on the signs. The smoke may be coming from a fire distant from your location, but you may still have to move forward—possibly walking into it. The amount of smoke will vary through the day, and so without other clues or instructions, hikers are somewhat on their own. If evac orders are posted, follow them to the letter.”

It used to be the only statistically significant barriers to hiking the PCT were mental. With the onset of global climate change, polar vortex shifts and emerging super viruses with innumerable variants, perhaps a future iteration of the thru-hikers’ Pacific Northwest bible will include some new post-apocalyptic sections.

Wilkinson’s and the PTCA’s final advice for this season: Prepare for differences from years past.

“We’re telling everyone that 2021 will definitely not be a normal year on the Pacific Crest Trail. Between historic damage to the trail due to wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, it will be a very challenging year for anyone traveling long distances on the trail. Those who plan to hike the trail need to be adaptable, flexible, and understand that they may not make their goal this year.”

If anything, this season’s experience on the PCT will likely be a throwback to backpacking the trail a few decades ago, Wilkinson said. “This isn’t necessarily a bad thing for those who seek solitude and are prepared with a wilderness travel mindset.”

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In 2020, Messes and Crowds Defined Many Forest Trails National Forest use was up 40% last year in our region. This year, the planned permit system moves forward for some of the most popular trails—and hopefully, volunteer crews will return

By Damian Fagan Courtesy U.S. Forest Service

trails lacked early-season maintenance by the volunteer trail crews.

“A lot of the wilderness trails didn’t get logged out as early as they usually do,” said Richard Nix, board president for Friends of the Central Cascades Wilderness board. “Another thing that I noticed, especially on the narrow trails, was that when you met someone on the trail coming the other way, everybody was stepping off to the side of the trail, effectively widening the trails in some cases.” Nix’s group received permission from the Forest Service in September to resume cleaning up backcountry campsites and installing trails signs.

A side tangent to the crowded parking lots was that there weren’t parking spaces for the equestrian backcountry riders to park their trailers, forcing them to find another parking lot that could accommodate their rigs. Inadvertently, the crowded parking areas pushed users into other less-traveled areas of the forest, increasing the spread of impacts to different areas.

So how much did the lack of volunteers impact the local forests? “We have the second-largest volunteer program of any national forest in the United States,” said Nelson-Dean. “On average we have over 2,500 volunteers annually who contribute over $1 million worth of work to maintaining primarily recreation assets, but also do other work for us. If it wasn’t for the tremendous work of individual and group volunteers, we would not be able to maintain our 2,000+ miles of trails on the Deschutes NF.” Deschutes Trails Coalition Back in 2017, to address the rising recreational use on public lands, the Deschutes Trails Coalition, a group of over 30 partners that span the realm of tourism, businesses, corporations, environmental groups, user groups, community partners and land use agencies, formed.

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View of South Sister from the Green Lakes Trail in the Three Sisters Wilderness on the Deschutes National Forest in Oregon's Cascades.

“The Forest Service brought the DCT together in the first place at the behest of then Forest Manager John Allen,” said Danielle MacBain, DTC executive director. “He was the one who brought the initial groups together to get input on sticky issues around trails and recreation.” The USFS was getting input on issues from a variety of sources—sometimes in conflict between different user groups. With creation of the DTC, the groups could hash out issues together, then proceed forward with more of a cohesive approach.

“We work in a collaborative effort to work on sustainability issues for trails,” added MacBain. “Our sustainability goal is more holistic than just the physical aspect, but includes economics, social and environmental factors when we consider the work we do.” The DCT is not an advocacy group for adding trails, rather having “smart trails” that exist on the landscape which meet these sustainability criteria.

With numerous voices represented, the Coalition looks to add partners and hopes that will include an elected representative among the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners, something the group has been working on for a while, who will also represent the County at these meetings.

The DTC’s Small Project Grant Program is funded by its $1 for Trails program, as well as from the mobile donations received through Pledge for the Wild—a nonprofit co-organized by Visit Bend in partnership with other western mountain towns that promote responsible outdoor recreation.

Central Cascades Wilderness Permit System Goes Online

Broken Topbeams below a majestic moon.

Last year, both the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests put on hold implementing the Central Cascades Wilderness Permit System, created to protect natural and cultural resources as well as the visitor experience by limiting entry at different trailheads in the Three Sisters,

Mt. Jefferson and Mt. Washington wilderness areas. Using last season as a barometer, the Forest Service decided to go ahead with implementation of a limited-entry permit system this year from May 28 to Sept. 24. Users will be able to obtain a dayuse or overnight permit starting April 6, online through Recreation.gov. A portion of the permits will be issued in advance throughout the whole season, while others will be available seven days prior to the departure date.

Though not all the DTC partner groups agree on the permitting system, they did agree that there was a need to address increased recreational use.

“We’ve worked really hard internally to figure out how we are going to proceed with 30-plus partners,” said MacBain. She acknowledges that the groups don’t always agree, nor do they always agree with the actions the land management agencies take, but the two-way conservation is key to sustaining the ecological and social integrity of a regional trail system while maintaining protection for wildlife and a quality experience.

Many are excited to see 2021 out the front windshield. There’s hope on the horizon—and that means trail projects and volunteer activities are likely to resume at some point in time, an important point for not only the ecology of the forest but also the volunteers' spirits.

“We have learned many things over the past year, and it is our hope to have volunteers return to supporting us as soon as it is safely possible,” said Nelson-Dean. “We cannot maintain all our recreation assets on the Deschutes NF if it wasn’t for our volunteers. If you know someone who volunteers for the Deschutes NF, please say thank you!”

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any are happy to see 2020 in the rearview mirror. With a raging coronavirus pandemic, a contentious election, devastating wildfires, a crashing economy and stay-at-home orders, it was a no-brainer that when the light turned green, explosive recreational use would follow. Recreating and being out in nature was about the only game in town, so how did this “quintafecta” influence trails in Central Oregon?

“Initial figures show that we had about a 40% increase in visitor use this year,” said Jean Nelson-Dean, public affairs officer for the Deschutes National Forest.

“In 2018, we did a formal survey of visitor use, which showed we have 3.3 million visitors a year to the Deschutes National Forest. If we look at a 40% increase of 3.3 million visitors, it was a phenomenal level of recreation use, which certainly overwhelmed our ability to serve all those visitors and did have impacts to the natural environment.”

A combination of increased visitor use, coupled with single-occupant cars, easily overwhelmed Central Oregon trailhead parking lots in 2020. Initially, campgrounds saw heavy use, but without trash service or restroom maintenance—and especially when they opened for reservations—were quickly filled by locals and visitors alike seeking solace and sanctuary.

“Last year, as we began dealing with the pandemic, we had no ‘play book’ and our primary focus was to protect our employees and our volunteers from exposure to COVID-19,” added Nelson-Dean. With staff working remotely and limited field crews, the Forest Service also postponed volunteer group activities for most of the season.

Though some volunteers were able to get out by mid-July, their numbers were limited by COVID-19 precautions.

Coupled with some of the seasonal trail crew being switched over to fire duties because of budgetary restraints, the

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Explore wildflower hotspots in Oregon while getting know these pretty flowers. Dive into the history and to environmental importance of these plants and gain resources for identification for your own wildflower journeys. Thu., March 11, 6-7pm. deschuteslibrary. org/calendar/event/61057. Free.

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Comedy at Craft is back! Join the Craft team and some hilarious local talent for a night of laughter and fun. With limited capacity, these intimate shows are sure to be a blast no matter who you bring along! Sat., March 13, 8-9:30pm. Craft Kitchen and Brewery, 62988 NE Layton Ave, Bend. $30-$50.

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Wed., March 17, all day. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend.

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With dance styles ranging from classic to futuristic, this live-streamed show will bring the magic of St. Patrick’s Day right into your living room. Streaming sales support the future of the Tower Theatre and performing arts in Central Oregon. Sun., March 14, 7:30pm. towertheatre.org/tickets-and-events/ rhythm-of-the-dance. $20.

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Alexi Pappas faced a terrible tragedy as a child, changing the course of her life and driving her to achieve her goals of becoming an Olympic athlete, actress, filmmaker and writer. Join in this exclusive event where she shares what she’s learned about mental health and achieving your dreams in this revealing and inspiring memoir-in-essays. Ticket price includes a copy of the book! Thu., March 11, 6-7pm. roundaboutbookshop.com. $27-$32.

Live music is back at Crux! Join Portland based musical duo Dead Lee for Americana tunes with an indie-rock twist. This is a limited capacity show but there will be plenty of room to social distance on the Crux lawn. Sun., March 14, 2-4pm. Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend. No cover.

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BUNK + BREW PRESENTS: ST PATTY’S CELEBRATION WITH JESHUA MARSHALL & GUARDIAN OF THE UNDERDOG

Head on down to Bunk + Brew for a celebration of the luck of the Irish. Live music, food specials from the carts and plenty of magic green beer. Wed., March 17, 6-10pm. Bunk + Brew Historic Lucas House, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend. No cover.

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Predictions and wishes for the 63rd year of the Grammys

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t’s that time of the year again— music’s biggest night! This Sunday, the 63rd Grammy Awards will take place, highlighting some of the best in music from 2020. There will be performances from Taylor Swift, Post Malone, HAIM, Brittany Howard, Bad Bunny and many, many more.

Other than an impressive lineup of performers, there are of course awards to give out. Whether or not we agree with the winners is a total different conversation, but here I’ll make a few predictions for some of the bigger categories and we can all see if I can really see the future.

Album of the Year Nominees: “Chilombo” by Jhene Aiko, “Black Pumas” by Black Pumas, “Everyday Life” by Coldplay, “Djesse Vol. 3” by Jacob Collier, “Women in Music Pt. III” by HAIM, “Future Nostalgia” by Dua Lipa, “Hollywood’s Bleeding” by Post Malone and “Folklore” by Taylor Swift.

Who will win: Taylor Swift Who should win: HAIM or Black Pumas This list isn’t filled with many of my favorite albums from last year, and honestly seems like one of the weaker groupings of nominees for such a big category in the past few years. But it’s hard to bet against the magic of Taylor Swift so she’s my safe bet even though HAIM and Black Puma both put out excellent albums that I’m still playing into this year.

Record of the Year Nominees: “Black Parade” by Beyonce, “Colors” by Black Pumas, “Rockstar” by DaBaby featring Roddy Rich, “Say So” by Doja Cat, “Everything I Wanted” by Billie Eilish, “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa, “Circles” by Post Malone and “Savage” by Megan Thee Stallion featuring Beyonce

Who will win: Doja Cat Who should win: Black Pumas A tough category to predict. There are a few viable options the Academy might choose— “Rockstar,” “Say So” and “Black Parade” are the ones that stand out most as classic picks. But “Say So” had a huge moment last year, especially on TikTok as it reached the masses. Myself personally, I cannot get over “Colors” by Black Pumas.

Best New Artist Nominees: Ingrid Andress, Phoebe Bridgers, Chika, Noah Cyrus, D Smoke, Doja Cat, Kaytranada, Megan Thee Stallion Who will win: Phoebe Bridgers Who should win: Phoebe Bridgers or Megan Thee Stallion This is always one of the weirdest categories at the Grammy Awards. Often times you’ll find people who have been around for years (Kaytranada) slipping into the “new artist” category, which is insane. But out of this group there are only two right choices— Phoebe Bridgers or Megan Thee Stallion. Both would be the correct move, and I’ll be happy with either winning.

Best Alternative Music Album Nominees: “Fetch The Bolt Cutters” by Fiona Apple, “Hyperspace” by Beck, “Punisher” by Phoebe Bridgers, “Jaime” by Brittany Howard and “The Slow Rush” by Tame Impala Who will win: Fiona Apple Who should win: Fiona Apple or Brittany Howard I’m putting my faith into the Academy this year to rightfully pick Fiona Apple, who floored the music world with last year’s “Fetch The Bolt Cutters.” It’d be jaw-dropping if they don’t select Apple.

I would, however, find some solace in a Brittany Howard victory, whose solo album was also incredible.

Tune into the Grammys this Sunday, at 5pm on CBS.

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Gushing reviews surround Shipe’s multi-genred Americana work. His last two projects — Yellow House and Villain — charted in six countries on three continents. 5:30pm. No cover.

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

12 Friday Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House High Desert Nights @ Bunk+Brew - Live Music with Alicia Viani & Adam Wood! Join us this week for Alicia Viani & Adam Wood! Heated and covered igloos, bonfires, and heaters available for you to enjoy the night in comfort! 5-7pm.

Worthy Brewing Spring Sessions: Dead Lee

Portland, OR based cosmic-americana duo Dead Lee was formed in 2018 when Brian Koch (current and founding member of indie-rock band Blitzen Trapper) and singer-songwriter Kara Harris started singing for each other in their apartment, then for friends at parties, special events and tribute nights before deciding to take their love of singing and playing together on the road. 5:30pm. No cover.

14 Sunday Tower Theatre Rhythm of the Dance Celebrate the magic of the Emerald Isle with energy and excitement during a 90-minute production of the troupe’s performance at the legendary Odessa National Theater full of flailing feet, fiddles, and futuristic dances! 6-7:30pm. $20.

Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House Trivia Night in The Yard @ Bunk+Brew! Brainiacs & whizkids - Join us this Sunday in The Yard for a fun-filled night of trivia! Free. Groups of 1-4. Prizes awarded throughout the night! 6-8pm.

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sic - Dead Lee Capacity will be limited and social distancing required but we’re excited to bring live music back to our lawn! 2-4pm. No cover.

Tower Theatre We Banjo 3 Live From Ireland

Don’t miss this very special Celtic-Bluegrass show featuring all four band members playing together live on stage, streaming live, in real-time, from the stunning Pearse Lyons Distillery in Dublin! 6-8pm. $25.

General Duffy's Waterhole Countryfied Live Get out and dance! 6:30pm. $15.

Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House Saturdays in the Yard with Bill Powers - Live Music! Live music - bluegrass originals by singer-songwriter Bill Powers! Food and beer trucks on site! See you there! 5pm.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery

Comedy at Craft Saturday Nights were made for laughter at Craft. Hosted by the co-owner, these shows are like being invited in Courtney’s living room as one of the family. Come down early and get dinner from their amazing menu. 21+. Strong content expected. 8-9:30pm. $30-$50.

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

Live Music from Jeshua Marshall & Guardian of the Underdog! Come join Bunk+Brew for the revelry & debauchery of St. Patrick’s Day! Featuring a night of live music from Jeshua Marshall & Guardian of the Underdog! We’ll have food specials from Alebrije & Pop’s Souther BBQ as well as green beers and other drink specials from Old Ironwood Taps! 6-10pm.

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

Worthy Brewing Spring Sessions: Coyote Willow Coyote Willow is an Americana band hailing from Bend, Oregon. This exciting artistic partnership joins Tim Coffey’s soulful guitar, Kat Hilst’s powerful cello and the duo’s rich vocal harmonies, creating a unique blend of folk, roots, blues and intricate instrumentals.

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

advanced music students of Central Oregon, this is for you! Sunriver Music Festival’s Young Artists Scholarship applications are due April 15th and auditions will be June 4-6th. Mondays-Sundays.

Through April 15. Contact: 541-593-1084. information@sunrivermusic.org. Free.

The Ultimate Oldies Show A locally-pro-

duced, syndicated, weekly, thematic two-hour radio show highlighting the music, artists, producers, musicians and cultural touchstones of the late 1940s through the late 1960s. Fridays, 6-8pm. KPOV, 501 NW Bond St., Bend. Contact: mikeficher@gmail.com. Free.

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Community Dance Break! Time for a break!

Come dance! Be inspired by others, the music, the energy. Be sure to register beforehand. Wednesdays, 12:30-12:40pm. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. Free.

Soul in Motion Sunday Gathering Drop down from the commotion of your mind and be lead by your heart, hips, and feet in mindful movement and dance. Some facilitation to help you tune in, letting your body lead your way! Everyone welcome!

Sundays, 6:30-7:45pm. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. $20.

FILM EVENTS IndieWomen Film Festival BendFilm, Scalehouse, and World Muse are partnering to bring you a weekend of creativity, conversation, and connection through the art form of film. Panel discussions will take place virtually following films. Check back soon for full schedule release. Enjoy the Festival!

March 17-20. $35.

The New Cult Canon: “Morvern Callar”

Our video lecture series is back and will be available to watch on our Instagram, Facebook and YouTube channel. Led by Jared Rasic, this four-week teaching series titled “The New Cult Canon” will dive into the world of cult cinema! March 12. Free.

Vintage Ski Film in the Alley Join us outside in the alley for a fun evening of vintage ski films!

Thursdays-Fridays, 6:30pm. Through April 1. Tin Pan Alley, Off Minnesota, between Thump and the Wine Shop, Bend. $15-$30.

Get your live music fix this weekend with Worthy Brewing's Spring Sessions, featuring Portland Duo, Dead Lee on March 13, 5:30pm.

Virtual: Backcountry Film Festival

The sixteenth annual Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Film Festival will be available to

watch in Central Oregon beginning February 20th, and running through March 13th in our first-ever virtual screening experience. All proceeds will go to support the efforts of Discover Your Forest.

Feb. 20-March 13. Contact: 503-840-8170. amy.jensen@discovernw.org. $20-$60.

ARTS & CRAFTS Exploring Possibilities Art show of Explor-

ing Possibilities To explore the inward significance of Art. Come explore at hood Avenue Art. Sisters art gallery. Mondays-Thursdays-Sundays, 11am-4pm. Through March 23. Hood Avenue Art, 357 W Hood Ave., Sisters. Contact: 541-719-1800. info@hoodavenueart.com.

PRESENTATIONS & EXHIBITS Gold of the Caliphs: Medieval Islamic CoinsAn exhibition on medieval Islamic coins at

the Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University. Tuesdays-Saturdays, Noon-5pm and First Tuesday-Saturday of every month. Through Aug. 14.

Contact: 503-370-6855.

Know Wild - Pollinator Pathway & Native Bees of Central Oregon Learn how you

can help pollinators this spring and get acquainted with native bees in this two part presentation with Basey Klopp of the Bend Pollinator Pathway and Toni Stephan, Horticulture and Small Farms Instructor at the OSU Deschutes County Extension Office. March 16, 3-4pm. Contact: 541-312-1029. laurelw@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Know Wild - Wildflowers of Oregon

Explore some of the natural history, ethnobotany, and ethnology of Oregon’s flora and discover resources to aid in wildflower identification and information. March 11, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Nature Nights: Reciprocity with the Natural World Join the Deschutes Land Trust

and Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer for a talk on our connections with the natural world. March 17, 7-8:30pm. Free.

Observatory Nighttime Visit One-hour

sessions include night sky viewing through various telescopes with staff astronomers, a guided constellation tour, meteorite displays, and an educational presentation. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-8pm and Wednesdays-Saturdays, 8:30-9:30pm. Through March 13. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Rd., Sunriver, Sunriver. $20.

Science Pub: Climate Change Impacts Around (the) Bend Join OSU

climatologist Larry O’Neill to understand how a continuing drought and shrinking snowpack might impact future water availability issues, how weather patterns may increase rain in the region, and how temperatures and lightning storms may shape the severity of future wildfires. March 17, 6-7:30pm. Free.

Zach Filkins at Box Factory Local artist

Zach Filkins will display his artwork in our Box Factory Breezeway. Pieces will be available for purchase and a percentage of proceeds will go towards The Giving Plate. Feb. 1-March 26. Box Factory, 550 SW industrial way, Bend.

WORDS Mystery Book Club We will discuss Murder in

Old Bombay by Nev March. Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. March 17, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

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Worthy Brewing Spring Sessions: John Shipe

Veteran Pacific Northwest songster just released his 12th album. Gushing reviews surround Shipe’s Americana work, charting in six countries on three continents. 6pm. No cover.

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The Other Oregon: People, Environment and History East of the Cascades by Thomas R. Cox. Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. March 12, 1-2pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

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

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RAB Middles Book Club! The Sea in Winter by Christine Day is our very first selection for this brand new book club especially for middle grade readers. Visit roundaboutbookshop.com for Zoom info. March 15, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Virtual Poetry Slam A virtual open mic

and poetry slam to uplift voices and ideas of those that are historically unheard. To register in advance, please contact Paige M. Ferro at paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. March 10, 6-7:30pm. Free.

Zoom Author Event: Bravey

by Alexi Pappas Alexi Pappas—Olympic

athlete, actress, filmmaker and writer— shares what she’s learned about confidence, self-reliance, mental health, embracing pain, and achieving your dreams in this revealing and inspiring memoir-in-essays. Please visit roundaboutbookshop.com for event information! March 11, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-306-6564. sara@roundaboutbookshop.com.

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Objects of Curiosity at the Miller Ranch Visit the Miller Ranch and see objects

that were common to the Miller family. Some of these objects we still use today, while others are almost unrecognizable. Will you be able to guess what they are? March 13, 11am-3pm.

High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org.

Preventative Walk-In Pet Wellness Clinic The Bend Spay and Neuter Project offers vaccinations, deworming and microchips at our walk-in wellness clinic. Saturdays, 9am-2pm.

Bend Spay & Neuter Project, 910 SE Wilson, Suite A1, Bend. $10-$30.

Virtual Presentation: Connecting with the Universe through Science and Stories Amy Sayle, Ph.D., communicates as-

tronomy to the public and tells stories under the stars at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. She will use planetarium software and astronomical images to identify celestial objects. March 12, 6-7pm. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free.

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

Bird Rescue! Located past Cascade Lakes Distillery, call for hours and location. Contact: 916-956-2153.

Volunteer Opportunity Seize this opportunity; volunteer at Mustangs To The Rescue.

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

Volunteer to plant trees! If you’re looking for a fun way to help the environment, volunteer to plant trees around Bend on March 14th. Summit High School, 2855 NW Clearwater Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-480-1315. katrchot@gmail.com.

Volunteer with Salvation Army The

Salvation Army has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for almost every age. Ongoing.

Contact: 541-389-8888.

GROUPS & MEETUPS CASA Information: Be A Voice for Kids in Foster Care Join us at one of our weekly

one hour free Zoom informational sessions where you can learn more about advocating for children in foster care in Central Oregon. Thursdays, Noon1pm. Through March 18. Contact: 541-389-1619. training@casaofcentraloregon.org. Free.

C.O. Sportsmen’s Show Everything for every sportsman under one roof! Hunting, fishing, boating, gear, & much more! March 11-14. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, Redmond. Contact: 503-246-8291. $5-$12.

ConnectW: Munch and Mingle ConnectW

has redefined the concept of the business lunch.

We’re connecting all kinds of professional women over a monthly noon meal every second Thursday of the month. March 11, Noon-1pm. Free.

ConnectW: Nuturing Your Professional Network with Talena Barker The Con-

nectW October speaker is Talena Barker of the Bend Chamber of Commerce. Talena will provide her perspective to ConnectW women about strategies for developing and nurturing our personal networks, particularly when it’s difficult to get out March 17, 7-8pm. $10-$20.

Pruning and Caring for Grapes in Central Oregon Workshop Details: -Central

Oregon’s climate for grape growing including table grapes and wine grapes, types of grapes that are successful here & why, and more. Pre-registration is mandatory as there is a limit of 20 participants per class. March 13, 11am-1pm.

Schilling’s Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend-Redmond HWY, Bend. Free.

Redmond Northern Lights: St. Patrick’s Day Show A brand new seasonal

multimedia experience that will be projected on the facade of Grace & Hammer Pizzeria. Including original, fun, and family-friendly animation that interacts with the building’s facade, this light show experience is the perfect way to remain COVID safe while still celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! March 13-14, 6:30-9pm and Wed, March 17, 6:30-9pm. Grace and Hammer, 641 SW Cascade Ave., Redmond. Free.

FAMILY & KIDS Amelia’s World Puppet Show Join Amelia

Airheart Monkey & Miss Hannah for a fun & uplifting interactive zoom puppet show! Message ACORN School of Art & Nature on Facebook to request the zoom link. Fridays, 4-4:15pm. Contact: facebook.com/acornartandnature/. Free.

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

Wednesdays, 11-11:45am. Through June 2. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $99 per Child.

Camp Fire of Central Oregon Presents: Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® To cele-

brate AIKD virtually this year, we encourage you to record a short video telling a young person in your life why they are incredible. Email your video to us at info@campfireco.org and you will be entered to win a $200 Camp Fire bucks gift certificate, redeemable for any of our camps or programs!

Deadline to submit your video and be entered into the raffle is Friday, March 19th. The winner will be announced that day at 5pm. March 4-18.

Cascades Teen Theatre Spring Classes

Classes include, playwriting, creative writing, audition skills, backstage, and a One-Act Agatha Christie performance class scheduled to include three performances. Mondays-Thursdays, 4-6pm.

Through April 25. Cascade Theatrical Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood, Bend. Contact: 541-389-0803. teentheatre@cascadestheatrical.org. Free.

Family Nature Walk During this naturalist guided hike we’ll journey through forest and

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meadow to the river looking for signs of wildlife awakening with spring. March 13, 10-11:30am.

Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Rd., Sunriver. Contact: 541-593-4442. programs@ snco.org. $5-8.

Kids Ninja Warrior Class Unique to Bend, your

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

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

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

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

Ninja Elite Class Kids (age 8 - 12) come

increase your athletic performance through the exciting sport of Ninja Warrior! Tuesdays, 5-6pm.

Through May 25. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend.

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

Teen Girls’ Empowerment Group Ages

13-18. Games, movement, guided relaxation stories, creative expression, nature connection, YogaCalm activities. Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm.

Through April 14. Blissful Heart ~ Yoga Barn, 29 NW Greeley Ave., Bend. Contact: 928-864-7166. onalee@unfurlbecome.com. Sliding scale $220$420 for 8 weeks.

Teen Volunteer Club Teens give back to their

community by identifying a cause they care about and planning a service project to help address it.

Sundays, 4-6pm. Through May 30. BendTECH, 1001 SW Emkay Dr, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@ campfireco.org. Sliding scale pricing $200-325.

Wednesday Nature Days Filled with time

outdoors, fun challenges, art, games and songs, Nature Days support youth in exploring their sparks, practicing social skills, creating connections, building community, and gaining confidence.

Wednesdays, 1:15-6pm. Through March 17. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. $35/day.

FOOD EVENTS Join La Pine A La Cart Calling all foodies, master chefs and more. Join the La Pine A La Cart food cart lot! This is a great opportunity for a new or favorite food cart or even a mobile vendor. If you are interested joining the lot, call Denny at 541706-1965. Fridays. Through May 28. La Pine A La Carte, 51555 Morrison St, La Pine.

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BEER & DRINK 10 Barrel Brewing Backcountry Pub at Outback Join us at the base of Outback lift from

11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday for a fun weekend of flowy pow lines or perfect corduroy, topped off with the sweet nectar of your favorite bevy at the 10 Barrel Backcountry Pub. March 6-7 and March 13-14. Mt. Bachelor, 13000 Century Drive, Bend.

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Slice of premium pizza & beer- only $5! Happy Hour with 18 taps and big -screen TVs. Show your Mt. B lift ticket, finish your epic day on your way down from the mountain with us from 4:00-6:00pm.

Thu-Sun. Zpizza Tap Room, 1082 SW Yates Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-382-2007. bendsales@peppertreeinns.com. $5.

Get outside and enjoy this early spring weather with a guided nature walk with a local naturalist, perfect for the whole family! Sat., March 13 starting at 10am.

Brew Day! at Crux Fermentation An

opportunity to witness the sights and sounds of the brewing process and have the chance to talk to a brewer about the beer he’s brewing. This Wednesday we’ll be brewing a second version of Currantly Crazy, a fruit-infused Hazy IPA. March 10, Noon-5pm. Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend.

dogs. Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Cross Cut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend. Free.

Planet Fitness Home Work-Ins Planet Fitness is offering free daily workouts via livestream!

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

Cross Cut Warming Hut: Locals’ Day!

Every Tuesday enjoy $1 off regular size draft beverages. Come by the Warming Hut and hang out by the fire. Tuesdays. Cross Cut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend.

Growler Discount Night! Enjoy $2 off growler

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

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

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

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

Locals’ Day Come on down to Bevel Craft Brew-

ing for $4 beers and cider and $1 off wine all day.

Tuesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend. Contact: holla@bevelbeer.com. Free.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Old St. Francis School You’ll find McMenamins

Irish Stout, Irish food & drink specials and live music. May the luck of the Irish be with us all in 2021.

Sláinte! March 17. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend.

Bend Area Running Fraternity The group will

run, maintaining social distance, along the Deschutes River and then receive discounted drinks from the cidery after the run! Mondays, 5pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: bendarearunningfraternity@gmail.com. Free. outside Thump Coffee on York Dr. in Northwest Crosssing. We will have a 5 - 8 mile option. Whatever your pace and distance, we hope you’ll join us!

Saturdays, 9am. Through Aug. 28. Thump Coffee Downtown, 25 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend.

CORK Thursday Run Join us for a run from

3-5 miles. Stay afterward for a drink and food. All ability levels welcome along with friendly on leash

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

Contact: rundanorun1985@gmail.com.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Bend Pilates Bend Pilates is now offering a full

schedule of classes through Zoom! For more information visit bendpilates.net/classes/. Ongoing. $20.

Capoeira: A Perfect Adventure The Brazilian art form of Capoeira presents opportunities to develop personal insights, strength, balance, flexibility andmusicality. Text 541-678-3460 for location and times. Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays, 6pm. $30 intro month.

Dream Interpretation Group Facilitator

Michael Hoffman has been interpreting dreams for the past 35 years. This approach draws on Jungian dream interpretation and spiritual traditions. Every other Tuesday, 6-7:30pm. Contact: 541-639-6246. michael@naturalwayofbeing.com. Free.

Family Yoga with Deven Sisler We will

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share calming breathing techniques, mindful, fun games and partner yoga to stretch, strengthen and relax together. March 14, 10-11am. Contact: 541550-8550. namaspayoga@gmail.com. $20.

Free Coaching: Six Human Needs The Human Needs drive the engine of human behavior, usually unconsciously. We will work to make them conscious with a variety of techniques and tweaks and have some fun in the process! Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Through April 5. Contact: 914-980-2644. meadowlarkcoaching@yahoo.com. Free.

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

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

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In-Person Yoga at LOFT Wellness & Day Spa Tuesdays: Vinyasa with instructor Kel-

ly Jenkins. 5-6pm. Thursdays: Foundation Flow with instructor Kelly Jenkins. 5-6pm. Limited to five participants. Schedule online or give us a call to reserve your spot! Tuesdays-Thursdays, 5-6pm. Loft Wellness & Day Spa, 339 SW Century Drive Ste 203, Bend. Contact: 541-690-5100. info@loftbend.com. $20.

Livestream Pre + Postnatal Yoga Classes This class is designed to help pregnant ladies and recently postpartum moms (6 weeks 1 year) safely strengthen and stretch their bodies, relax the mind, reduce discomfort, and improve postpartum recovery. Sundays, 10:30am. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-797-3404. info@freespiritbend.com. $9.

Livestream Yoga Flow Classes This all levels livestream yoga flow class is built around sun salutations and creative sequencing to build heat, endurance, flexibility and strength. Tuesdays-Thursdays-Saturdays, 9:15-10:15am. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-797-3404. info@freespiritbend.com. $9.

Sexual Abuse Support Group Confi-

dential support group for women survivors of sexual abuse. Call or text Veronica at 503856-4874. Tuesdays, 6-8pm. Through June 29. vleeramos@gmail.com. Free.

The Numa Breath Experience Breath-

work therapy is a transformational practice that strategically weaves together the power of conscious breathwork, deep bodily unwindings and mindful somatic psycho-therapeutic investigations. Led by Tziporah Kingsbury March 12, 5:45-7:45pm. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-550-8550. namaspayoga@gmail.com. $50.

The Vance Stance/Structural Reprogramming Get to the root of why you are tight

& suffering. In this series of two-hour classes in posture and flexibility. Thursdays-Noon, Mondays, 12 and 6pm and Wednesdays, 6pm. Through May 5.

EastSide Home Studio, 21173 Sunburst Ct., Bend.

Contact: 541-330-9070. vancebonner@juno.com.

12 classes/$180.

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kids (age 6-10) will gain amazing abilities through obstacle course training, climbing and fitness conditioning, and team motivation in our Kids Ninja Warrior classes. Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm, Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15pm and Thursdays, 5-6pm. Through May 27. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $99 per child.

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By Burt Gershater raised three wonderful daughters, touched untold thousands of lives, and made Central Oregon their home.

They are the reason Wendy and I are here today...

Twenty years ago, our daughter Jessie wanted to play collegiate volleyball.

She connected with the coach at Southern Oregon University, came up for a tryout and made the team.

In her second semester at SOU, she met Jesse in their Philosophy 201, “Death and Dying” class. They liked each other early on and one thing led to another. One weekend, they traveled up to Madras to meet his family. Jessie called the next day and told me Jesse’s family was the warmest, most loving family she had ever met.

I always trust her word. They were married four years later by Granddad and recently celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary.

Grandmother and Granddad are now 89 years old. Their health has been failing recently and the entire family has pledged to care for them. Every member pitches in to cook, shop, clean, spend the nights, just be there...the same way they were always there for all of them.

When I first met the family many years ago, I agreed wholeheartedly with Jessie. They were the most loving people I had ever met. I am

The one book that tugs at me more than any other is Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning.” In it he explores what allowed prisoners in the German concentration camps to maintain their spirits despite the brutal insanity they lived in.

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Jewish. Granddad is a Southern Baptist preacher. Before the meal, whether it was Thanksgiving, Christmas or just a family get-together, we would gather round the table and hold each other’s hands, always more than 20 of us. Granddad would look over to me and ask if I would say the prayer. It became my role whenever we visited them in Madras.

Why are Wendy and I here in Bend?

Who could really answer that question?

Why are you here in Central Oregon?

Why is a small word with infinite layers.

Since we’ve arrived our lives have been full. Child care, driving to school, sharing firewood, trampoline duty. We’ve met new health care providers we have already come to love and respect.

The one book that tugs at me more than any other is Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning.” In it he explores what allowed prisoners in the German concentration camps to maintain their spirits despite the brutal insanity they lived in. It came down to purpose. What was their purpose in life? Could they still do their daily rituals? Could they still help other people in need? Could they still be thankful for all they did have? Could they make a difference some way, somehow?

Why are any of us here in Bend?

I believe, just like Grandmother and Granddad, simply to make our little piece of this beautiful place a notch brighter than it was upon our arrival.

And to enjoy the grandchildren.

We are beyond blessed to be here!

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hose who read my last message, “Right on Time,” in the Source Weekly, know Wendy and I recently arrived in Bend after living 50 years in Flagstaff, Arizona. The reason we are here is simple on the surface: our daughter, Jessie, our son-in-law, Jesse, our grandchildren and a miracle housing opportunity.

That’s it!

We were able to buy the house adjacent to theirs, take down the dividing chain link fence, and in doing so, created our own family compound. Wendy and I giggle and weep tears of joy multiple times a day as we soak in our new reality.

We’ve been up cross-country skiing at Virginia Meissner Snow Park at least 10 times; walked, shopped and eaten down by the river; driven out to Sisters; been up to see Jesse’s grandparents in Madras. As I write, reality hits. The true reason we are here is because of Grandmother and Granddad.

Over 60 years ago, Jesse’s grandparents lived in Texas. They were in their mid-20s. Granddad and Grandmother both went to college, then Granddad studied and graduated from seminary.

After graduation they took an assignment on the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation. They had never seen it prior to committing their lives to their mission. On pure courage and faith, they headed northwest into the unknown.

I know few of the thousands of details of the story, except that they

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Blissful Spoon offers sweetness without all the guilt—plus tapas and wine in its new location

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customers routinely say they love.

“Some truly lovely desserts, particularly in French and Italian baking, have always been gluten-free anyway,” explains Bakkari. “We also limit our sugar and salt in our baking and focus on balancing the flavors of the food. Gluten-free baking is not what it used to be, and I think people have had to suffer through some truly terrible choices. The thing is, good baking is good baking—it shouldn’t matter whether it is wheat free or not. There are so many other flour options out there to experiment with.”

Increasingly, fans also come to Blissful Spoon for its departure from the usual brewery and pub-food fare. “We get our inspiration from food around the world, but primarily the MediterraCourtesy Miki Bakkari

The new retail space on Newport Avenue is bright, airy and inviting.

pickup. Take-and-bake lasagnas and freshmade pasta and sauces are among the dinner-made-easy home-meal offerings.

The husband and wife team loves good food and has discovered much of it while living in various countries around the world, including France, Morocco, Canada, Spain and Lebanon.

“Each of us brings a unique style of cuisine to the business. I am originally from Northern California, and grew up on a family produce farm which supplied local markets and restaurants,” Miki Bakkari said. “Kamal spent his childhood in Morocco, and as an adult in the U.S. and Australia. We both have a firm conviction that no matter what a person’s nutritional needs or allergy restrictions—or even if

you eat everything—everyone deserves to have good quality, tasty food.”

The couple hopes to continue to build upon their successes as they operate their brick and mortar.

“Bend is a unique place to grow a business, because it has such a strong ‘support local’ vibe,” she said. “We love seeing those who have supported us the last three years at the markets, as well as new people who are just discovering us. With so much support, we’re looking forward to getting approved for outdoor seating in the immediate future, expanding our wholesale reach (with our granola), and expanding our tapas and wine bar into our basement space.

That’s going to be a lot of fun.”

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Gluten free baked sweets continue to shine at the Blissful Spoon.

ety of gluten-free goodies in Central Oregon). For breakfast, a special brunch menu is served Saturdays and Sundays.

“I think our focus on quality, local ingredients makes a huge difference in what we can bring to the Bend food scene,” said co-owner Miki Bakkari. “Most people know us for our bakery or our grain-free granola, but I think more and more people will discover our food, tapas and wine/ beer offerings soon. Thankfully we’ve been able to open up at the 25% capacity level during COVID, but we are looking forward to being able to open our outdoor dining once the city approval finally comes through and then into the evenings for the tapas and wine bar.”

Blissful Spoon’s ability to transform bakery recipes to gluten-free versions without sacrificing quality or taste is something

nean region and tried-and-true family recipes,” Bakkari said.

Owners Miki and Kamal Bekkari started the business in March 2018 after relocating their family of five from the Gold Coast of Australia to Bend. But it wasn’t until January 2021 that their brick-and-mortar location opened.

“While we lived in Australia, we were both in corporate positions, and we knew that when we moved to Bend that we wanted to do something very different,” Miki Bakkari said. “We’ve been selling our gluten-free baked goods for three years at the NWX and Bend Farmers Markets, and have been searching for a location of our own for nearly two years.”

Located in a brand-new building adjacent to Bend Brewing Co., patrons can stop and pick up some treats or get curbside

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Paramount Plus pushes nostalgia over quality

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Access comes Paramount Plus, a fresh young upstart with big dreams and lofty aspirations. Being that I am your Friendly Neighborhood Film Nerd, I signed up for the free 30-day trial so I could let you lovely folks know whether it’s worth adding a new service to your already bloated stable of content.

The answer is a resounding maybe. Paramount as a film studio is the fifth-oldest one still going, with over 100 years of movies in its catalogue, so I was really excited for Paramount Plus to release some deep cuts from its massive library. I’m sure they’ll add more once the service has been up for a while, but right out of the gate the selection is pretty safe and underwhelming.

Most of the films available are ones we’ve seen across the other streaming platforms over the years. Maybe I was the only one really hoping to see some of the old Paramount serials like “Bulldog Drummond” and “Hopalong Cassidy,” but I had hoped for a stronger curation than a service packed with dreck like “The Beautician and the Beast,” “Dance Flick” and the third “Crocodile Dundee” movie (but somehow not the original).

There are quite a few classics like “Chinatown” and “The Godfather” trilogy, but nothing that immediately makes the service worth purchasing based solely on their film curation. For me, because I am strange, the best thing about their film selections is that they have several classic Bruce Lee movies and some old school Jackie Chan kung-fu flicks. The reason why HBOMax is a must-have service for me is that they have movies and shows I’ve never seen anywhere else

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here are so many different streaming services that it’s kind of stupid.

Between the subscriptions I pay for and the ones I have borrowed from others, I have Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBOMax, Disney+, AMC+, WWE Network, Hoopla, Kanopy, Shudder, IFC Films Unlimited, Peacock, Sundance Now and Hulu. Hell, I even had Quibi back when it was a thing.

I’m pretty sure if it’s something that’s streaming, I have a way to watch it.

But it’s too much. The streaming wars are just another form of cable, gluing you to the monitors because of the sheer, paralyzing amounts of content.

All of the platforms should be about providing lots of choices, not about giving the viewer crippling anxiety about all the things they want to watch right in that very second.

And now here we are. It’s a new day and, of course, there’s a new streaming service. Rising from the ashes of CBS All

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before, so Paramount should really bust out some of their deep cuts and play up the fact that they’ve played such a large role in film history.

Where Paramount Plus really shines is in its incredibly deep bench of shows and stand-up comedy specials. Aside from the content they’ve carried over from CBS All Access, Paramount is really going after the nostalgia dollar, offering the back catalogue of shows from MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and the deeply fascinating Smithsonian Channel.

Paramount Plus has now become onestop shopping for anyone who wants to combine a marathon of “Teen Mom,” “Rocko’s Modern Life,” “Magnum P.I.” and “Mysteries of Evolution.” So…that’s nice. If you don’t find

the movie you’re looking for, you’ll definitely find a show to watch.

I had fun looking at all the shows and a (very) few of the movies, but there’s nothing on Paramount Plus that will get me to renew past the initial free 30-day subscription. Maybe if CBS really starts nailing their original content, then it will become a must-have, but as it stands there’s no way it will become more popular than any of the current streaming choices. The first 30 days is free, so check it out and see if the nostalgia factor is enough to keep you on board.

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Local junior champions talk about how they’re adapting to climbing during a pandemic, and what they’ve learned from the prolonged pause of normal life

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Get Out There, Get Moving, Do Good Keep the Outdoors Accessible with Oregon Adaptive Sports 4th Annual Ski For All Looking for a little challenge to get up and moving this spring? Oregon Adaptive Sports is keeping its annual Ski For All fundraising campaign alive with a 24-day challenge for the entire community. Normally held as a oneday skiing or boarding extravaganza, this year’s event will look a little different. From now until March 28, OAS is encouraging everybody to move their body for 24 miles in 24 days, any way they can.

Any human-powered activity counts—as well as chairlift, electric assisted or indoor activities that produce equal mileage. Join a team or go solo to walk, run, bike, ski, board, handcycle or a maybe try a little bit of everything. The focus of the challenge is to get the body moving and ready for all the activities that spring and warmer weather bring. In addition to getting some life back into your winter bones, the challenge supports the mission of OAS to provide equal access to outdoor recreation, regardless of ability.

People can track mileage on a linked app and start to rack up the miles. There are fun incentive prizes for top fundraisers and each participant who raises $50 and completes the challenge will receive a custom neck gaiter or trucker hat. More challenges will be added throughout the month including prizes for the most creative miles, most overall miles, top fundraiser, most variety of activities, and more.

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ira Capicchioni (15), Moxie Hovorka (14), and Shae McCarl (12) are three junior competitive and outdoor climbers from Bend who train at the Bend Rock Gym through the Bend Endurance Academy. Since the BRG is currently closed because of COVID, I was curious as to how else COVID has been impacting their training. Here’s what they said.

Source Weekly: How did you get into climbing? How old were you and did anyone inspire you to start?

Mira Capicchioni: I got into climbing when I was eight or nine. I went on vacation and met this other climber who said I should look into climbing, and he told me about how he had a team in Bend, so I decided to check it out. I’ve been on BEA ever since.

usually prefer one or the other. I like sport competitions, where you have a rope while you climb 45 feet, and you get one attempt and they judge you by how far you get.

MC: I like bouldering competitions— climbing without a rope. Sixteen-foot boulders, you get four minutes to climb.

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inside, in the gym.

SW: What has not being able to compete been like for you?

MH: It’s been weird, definitely. I enjoy competing and the social aspect of it, but I’ve been learning to love outdoor climbing and to be less scared of it.

It’s been good for me.

MC: It’s been rounding us out. We can do more types of climbing, and we’re less focused and nervous.

SW: How have you been keeping competitive?

MH: Our program is focusing on outdoor right now because we don’t know when comps are going to happen. We’re still training hard.

MC: We can do some workouts but it’s different now. We’re more focused on just climbing hard outside.

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A broken arm led Moxie Hovorka to climbing.

Mira Capicchioni has been climbing since she was 8.

Moxie Hovorka: When I was about nine, I was into skiing and I broke my arm, which ended my ski season. My mom had to sign me up for something else so I could stay active, and she decided to sign me up for climbing with BEA. Shae McCarl: That was kind of the same with me. I did soccer and wanted to do something else, so my mom signed me up for climbing. I was on the younger team and I looked up to the competitive climbing team. They inspired me.

SW: What kind of competitions do you compete in?

MH: We all compete in both, but we

SM: I like bouldering, too.

SW: Do you get to choose which competitions you want to take part in?

MC: Team competitions are set through USA Climbing. You get bumped up every time you qualify for something—you start local, then you go to regionals, divisionals, nationals and world. Those are all the ones that we try to compete in with our team, but there are other competitions, not through USA Climbing, that you do on your own and win prizes; they’re more for fun.

MH: We get to ultimately decide which competitions we want to do, but if we decide not to do regionals we can’t qualify for the others.

MC: Usually we decide to do regionals because it’s what our whole team trains for.

SW: Where do you feel the most comfortable climbing, if COVID hadn’t happened?

MC: Probably still outside; it’s just the most relaxed and it’s at your own pace.

MH: Everybody is so nice and helpful and not judgmental at all. You set your own goals and they help you work towards them.

SM: For me, the most comfortable is

Shae McCarl was inspired by older climbers.

SW: How much do you train?

MH: Before COVID, we used to just do three hours of really intense workouts three or four times a week.

MC: Now we do three times a week for seven or eight hours.

SW: Do you have any bits of wisdom to share with new climbers?

MC: Jump right in, don’t be afraid to join the climbing community, they’re really inclusive.

MH: — And supportive.

MC: — And they love new people.

MH: Have fun with it. Don’t take it too seriously, just do it for fun and for all the right reasons.

—Ella Gann is an intern at the Source Weekly.

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“When you remember that water and forests and birdsong are not your entitlement, not your property, but are the gifts of other beings, that you have not earned…then you feel so grateful for those gifts.”

—Robin Wall Kimmerer talk on Restoration and Reciprocity for its March Nature Night.

Kimmerer is a mother, scientist, decorated professor and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. She is the founder and director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment, whose mission is to create programs that draw on the wisdom of both indigenous and scientific knowledge for shared goals of sustainability.

Kimmerer earned wide acclaim for her book, “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teaching of Plants.”

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In advance of her talk, Kimmerer was kind enough to answer a few questions.

Source Weekly: What does building a relationship with nature mean to you?

Robin Wall Kimmerer: For me a relationship with the natural world grows from paying attention, from really seeing the lives of other beings.

It generates wonder and compassion for those beings, and gratitude for them…which leads to the natural impulse for reciprocity.

SW: Why do we need to build these relationships?

RWK: There is abundant evidence that a relationship with nature is beneficial for mental and physical health in humans.

But quite apart from our own benefits, a relationship with nature means that we will be more activated to sustain the living world which sustains us.

SW: What do restoration and reciprocity have to do with the natural world?

RWK: Reciprocity is the act of giving back for all of the gifts that we have been given and restoration is a

Author Robin Wall Kimmerer talks about the importance of nature to humans.

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SW: How do we shift from a culture/concept of “natural resources,” whether that’s timber, water, or recreational access, to a concept of “gifts of the earth” and a reciprocal relationship with the natural world?

RWK: Well, that is the main question of my book “Braiding Sweetgrass,” and there are many answers. But I think it comes from gratitude. When you remember that water and forests and birdsong are not your entitlement, not your

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The bad news is that the narrow buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea is laced with landmines. Anyone who walks there is at risk for getting blown up. The good news is that because people avoid the place, it has become an unprecedented nature preserve—a wildlife refuge where endangered species like the red-crowned crane and Korean fox can thrive. In the coming weeks and months, I’d love to see you engage in a comparable project, Pisces: finding a benevolent use for a previously taboo or wasted part of your life.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Artist Richard Kehl tells this traditional Jewish story: God said to Abraham, “But for me, you would not be here.”

Abraham answered, “I know that Lord, but were I not here there would be no one to think about you.”

I’m bringing this tale to your attention, dear Aries, because I think the coming weeks will be a favorable time to summon a comparable cheekiness with authorities, including even the Divine Wow Herself. So I invite you to consider the possibility of being sassy, saucy, and bold. Risk being an articulate maverick with a point of view that the honchos and experts should entertain.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Spiritual author Ernest Holmes wrote, “True imagination is not fanciful daydreaming. it is fire from heaven.” Unfortunately, however, many people do indeed regard imagination as mostly just a source of fanciful daydreaming. And it is also true that when our imaginations are lazy and out of control, when they conjure delusional fears and worries, they can be debilitating. I bring this to your attention, Taurus, because I believe the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to harness the highest powers of your imagination— to channel the fire from heaven—as you visualize all the wonderful and interesting things you want to do with your life in the next nine months.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can’t drive to the Kamchatka Peninsula. It’s a 104,000-squaremile area with a sub-Arctic climate in the far east of Russia. No roads connect it to the rest of the world.

Its major city, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, is surrounded by volcanoes. If you want to travel there, you must arrive by plane or ship. And yet Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky has long had a thriving tourist industry. More so before the pandemic, but even now, outsiders have come to paraglide, hunt for bears, and marvel at the scenery. In this horoscope, I am making an outlandish metaphorical comparison of you to the Kamchatka Peninsula. Like that land, people sometimes find it a challenge to reach you. And yet when they do, you can be quite welcoming. Is this a problem? Maybe, maybe not. What do you think? Now is a good time to re-evaluate.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Biting midges, also known as no-see-ums, are blood-sucking flies that spread various diseases. Yuck, right? Wouldn’t the world be a better place if we used science to kill off all biting midges everywhere? Well, there would be a disappointing trade-off if we did. The creepy bugs are the primary pollinators for several crops grown in the topics, including cacao. So if we got rid of the no-see-ums, there’d probably be no more chocolate. I’m guessing that you may be dealing with a comparable dilemma, Leo: an influence that has both a downside and an upside. The central question is: Can you be all you want to be without it in your life? Or not? Now is a good time to ponder the best way to shape your future relationship.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): According to my analysis of your imminent astrological potentials, you already are or will soon be floating and whirling and churning along on an ocean of emotion. In other words, you will be experiencing more feelings and stronger feelings than you have in quite some time. This doesn’t have to be a problem as long as you do the following: 1. Be proud and appreciative about being able to feel so much. 2. Since only a small percentage of your feelings need to be translated into practical actions, don’t take them too seriously. 3. Enjoy the ride!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Poet Wendell Berry says “it’s the immemorial feelings” he likes best: “hunger and thirst and their satisfaction; work-weariness and earned rest; the falling again from loneliness to love.” Notice that he doesn’t merely love the gratification that comes from quenching his hunger and thirst. The hunger and thirst are themselves essential components of his joy. Work-weariness and loneliness are not simply inconvenient discomforts that he’d rather live without. He celebrates them, as well. I think his way of thinking is especially worthy of your imitation in the next three weeks.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Famous and influential science fiction novelist Philip K. Dick relied on amphetamines to fuel his first 43 novels.

Beginning with A Scanner Darkly, his 44th, he did without his favorite drug. It wasn’t his best book, but it was far from his worst. It sold well and was made into a movie featuring Keanu Reeves, Robert Downey Jr., and two other celebrity actors. Inspired by Dick’s success without relying on his dependency—and in accordance with current astrological omens—I’m inviting you to try doing without one of your addictions or compulsions or obsessions as you work on your labor of love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Ninety percent of all apples in the world are descended from a forest of apple trees in southeast Kazakhstan.

Most of us have tasted just a few types of apples, but there’s a much wider assortment of flavors in that natural wonderland. You know how wine is described as having taste notes and aromas? The apple flavor of Kazakhstan’s apples may be tinged with hints of roses, strawberries, anise, pineapples, coconuts, lemon peels, pears, potatoes, or popcorn. Can you imagine traveling to that forest and exploring a far more complex and nuanced relationship with a commonplace food? During the coming weeks, I invite you to experiment with arousing metaphorically similar experiences. In what old familiar persons, places, or things could you find a surprising wealth of previously unexplored depth and variety?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Author Andrew Tilin testified that he sometimes had the feeling that his life was in pieces—but then realized that most of the pieces were good and interesting. So his sense of being a mess of unassembled puzzle parts gave way to a deeper contentment—an understanding that the jumble was just fine the way it was. I recommend you cultivate and enjoy an experience like that in the coming weeks, Capricorn.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Indian poet Meena Alexander (1951–2018) was bon under the sign of Aquarius. She became famous after she moved to the US at age 29, but was raised in India and the Sudan. In her poem “Where Do You Come From?,” she wrote, “Mama beat me when I was a child for stealing honey from a honey pot.” I’m sorry to hear she was treated so badly for enjoying herself. She wasn’t committing a crime! The honey belonged to her family, and her family had plenty of money to buy more honey. This vignette is my way of advising you, in accordance with astrological omens, to carry out your personal version of “stealing the honey from the honeypot,” dear Aquarius. Take what’s rightfully yours.

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37. Crime scene investigators: Abbr.

38. “Hot Buttered Soul” soul man 39. Imperfections airbrushed from yearbook photos 40. Noise that ensures a vault is secure?

42. “___ Don’t Lose That Number” 43. Hilton Hotels subsidiary 44. Programmer’s creation 45. Sprang (up), as tears 46. Brings home, as some cash crops 48. Launch, as a softball question 49. It might be named after a political happening 50. Handouts at some 27-Acrosses 52. Place to debate 54. Saint-Exupéry Airport city 55. Do some polling on candidates least likely to win?

60. Masterwork 61. A pop 62. Show advertiser 63. Left on the map 64. Some breads 65. Like dive bars

DOWN 1. Record players 2. “What’s that?”

3. [Points to self, raises hand] “Me!” 4. Foam toy company 5. ___ drug 6. “Station to Station” singer 7. Approved 8. It’s mined, all mined 9. Young women who pick things up around home?

10. USA symbol 11. NFL linesman’s job?

12. Cake with rum and currants 13. Make delicate cuts 18. It borders Hades 22. Med mission 23. Surrounded by 24. You might get one with embarrassment or from a sunburn 25. Skip meals and have a bad attitude about it?

27. Sent in, as one’s taxes 29. Zap in defense 30. Actress KiKi of “Coming 2 America” 32. Flirt 33. Upstate New York people 35. Modem units 36. Hard rain 38. Baller 41. “Leave me alone!”

42. Snubs 45. Toil at it 47. Young’s accounting partner 48. Scottish bodies of water 50. Taking one’s time 51. PR goal 52. Look directly at 53. Fitbit measurement 56. Light beam 57. Here’s looking at you, kid 58. Did a tour?

59. Towel off

“March isn’t the only thing that’s in like a lion and out like a lamb.”

—Mae West

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Deschutes Brewery and Boneyard

Shaking up the craft beer industry

By Heidi Howard Courtesy Boneyard Beer / Facebook

Yes, they can, can! These two hometown favorites can play well together.

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’ll admit when I heard about the acquisition of Boneyard by Deschutes Brewery I thought “WHAT?! NO, WAIT, I don’t know….” How will this change Boneyard? Will it remain the hardcore, “white whale” brewery that I know and love? Will people flock from all over the country just to get a sip of a delicious Notorious, Diablo Rojo or Suge Knite? I posted some of my thoughts on Boneyard’s Facebook thread that was announcing the merger. I finished my thoughts with, “Wow, I just realized how selfish I am” wanting to keep all this goodness to ourselves (speaking for Bendites). On the flip side though, Deschutes Brewery is awesome! I can see so much opportunity on the horizon for Boneyard Beer. I’ve had time to process this news now, and my dismay has turned to excitement for the future of delicious Boneyard Beer. I still had some questions, so I reached out to Boneyard Beer’s owner and brewer Tony Lawrence with a few questions.

Source Weekly: How excited are you about this new venture?

Tony Lawrence: Excitement level over the top, let’s say 13 out of 10.

Although navigating this transition has us all working extremely hard.

SW: How long were you guys in talks before this was finalized? Were there any associated sticking points to work out?

TL: I’d say some random conversations amongst business partners, friends or brewers has always been a topic ...More out of curiosity really. 2020 and the pandemic changed everything of course, It was clear to us, that operating as we have been for the first 10 years was not going to be a sustainable strategy for the next 10 years. Teaming up with

Deschutes will now allow Boneyard to get that velocity needed to carry us to that 20-year mark and more.

SW: Will Boneyard be amping up R&D? If so, I’m stoked!

TL: You know it! Our team now has access to the two-barrel pilot brewhouse for example, and other process equipment or materials that is largely unavailable for suppliers my size.

SW: After your distribution has expanded, have you thought at all about having pub exclusive beers, allowing for the continued niche of only being able to get some beers locally, similar to Deschutes (I really hope so)?

TL: The Boneyard pub always has been and always will be the house where the most offerings can be found.

From the question above that will continue to be the case. The last year has left our pub with limited offerings as the brewery went into consolidation mode. Looking forward to getting our standard lineup back up as well as lots of new one-off beers. More Hops.

SW: What are you most excited about when thinking of the future of Boneyard?

TL: New products and customers in new territories. Lots of cans..... then more cans. Seattle to San Diego is where I live my life mostly and when Boneyard is 100% in those markets it’s a dream come true.

Wow, those are some great answers!

I am really looking forward to the Bend powerhouse that is Boneyard Beer with a Deschutes Brewery backbone. I can’t wait to see what type of collaborations come about. Hurray for R&D! No good beer came without it! Cheers!

SCIENCE ADVICE GODDESS Ancestry Dot Bomb

I’m a college sophomore, and my boyfriend is a senior. He’s a football player, and other girls have crushes on him. Recently, he was with his guy friends at a party. A girl came over and said I’d slapped her across the face. I’ve never even met her! Why would she do this?

—Mystified Women are seen as the kinder, gentler sex because they tend not to leave a trail of bloody noses and broken barstools. But women go plenty aggressive on other women, just in ways they can’t patch up at urgent care -- like when some mean girl dislocates your reputation and fractures your psyche in 36 places.

In short, while men have Fight Club, women have Underhanded Snipe Club.

Researchers find that women almost always use “indirect aggression” against other women -- nasty gossip, ostracism, and “just trying to help!” shaming remarks -- to vie for mates and jobs. Psychologist Kaj Bjorkqvist explains that this covert “social manipulation” maximizes the harm to the victim while minimizing the risk of counterattack on the perpetrator, who often remains anonymous -leaving the victim unable to trace how her social status ended up in the morgue.

Women’s mate competition can be a beauty contest -- hotting up one’s appearance to yank male eyeballs away from female rivals -- or an ugly contest: using “competitor derogation” (disparaging the competition to decrease others’ mate value relative to one’s own). A woman trashing another woman to men typically sneers that she’s ugly or slutty (in line with men’s evolved priorities for physical attractiveness and fidelity). However, evolutionary psychologist Maryanne Fisher observes that if the woman casting the shade is not all that hot herself, her remarks about another woman’s looks are likely to be dismissed.

This might lead her to rely on “alternative tactics” -- like inventing a story about how a hot woman is actually the lady bar brawler of the sophomore class.

Unfortunately for the cuckoo case trying to destroy your reputation, her efforts may backfire. Most undergrad guys aren’t dating to wife up, so some (or many!) would be way into a high scorer on the hot/crazy scale: Hello, aggro babe hate sex! As for the eventual “auto detailing” that so often comes with, guys try to focus on the upside, like their car being easier to spot in a crowded campus parking lot. (Just look for the hot-pink spray paint, “GET YOUR HERPES HERE!”)

You wrote about a 58-year-old woman dating a 23-year-old guy.

What’s the big deal with that? My daughter moved in with a 58-year-old creep when she was 18. He gave his own daughter heroin when she was 18.

Bad guy. He and my daughter just had a baby, and now she’s pregnant again.

—Distraught Dad First-time parents live in terror that they’re getting it wrong (like that they aren’t spending enough time reading “Hooked on Phonics” to their kid in the womb), when they could really just leave their kid in the woods Amy Alkon and say, “Come back when you’re 20.”

Okay, so the woods thing is a bit of an exaggeration. However, psychologist and twins researcher Nancy Segal explains that while “most parents believe they significantly shape their children’s behaviors ... we now know that genetic effects are pervasive.” In fact, “Most behaviors have a 50% genetic influence.”

The power of genes in shaping our personality and choices is especially apparent in identical twins who were separated at birth and raised apart. Segal studied two of these identical twins: Oskar, who grew up Catholic in Nazi Germany and was an enthusiastic member of the Hitler Youth, and his brother, Jack, who was raised as a Jew in the Caribbean and spent time on an Israeli kibbutz. When Segal and her colleagues brought them together as adults, each showed up at the Minneapolis airport in a white sports jacket over a two-pocket blue shirt with epaulets and had wirerimmed glasses and a mustache. Among their many shared quirks, each read magazines from back to front, wrapped tape around pens for a better grip, kept rubber bands around their wrists, and -because each is germophobic -- flushed toilets before use as well as after.

As Segal emphasizes, a child’s “environment,” including parenting, “contributes only modestly” to the sort of person they become. Focusing on this might help. Perhaps if you remove any “shoulda, coulda” blame you place on yourself, you can set aside some of your anger, show compassion for your daughter, and be loving and supportive despite your dismay at her choices. It’s possible your grandkids have a chance.

If you come at this more lovingly than adversarially, they just might end up spending more time with Grandpa than the bad dad you probably suspect is a few infant crying jags away from putting grain alcohol in the sippy cup.

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

© 2021, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved.

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With memories of the 2008 recession still in buyers’ minds, how can homeowners be assured that their home purchase will be a wise investment? Currently the perfect storm of low mortgage interest rates, high demand and low inventory is the reason Bend’s median home sales price jumped to $580,000 during January.

There really isn’t a “good deal” anywhere in sight, but there are ways to limit the risk and even make a smart buy in today’s market. Buyers need to make quick decisions. Strategizing and understanding limits and goals will help these decisions not be hasty ones.

Every buyer must have financing in order and a pre-approval in hand.

Once a price range is determined, ask the lender for monthly payment and closing cost estimates at various price points. Assess where the comfortable payment will be and afforded, easily. Consider buying a home that needs sweat equity and complete updates and upgrades that will in turn help provide more equity—which could help keep the home’s value in the black if prices do dip. Whether or not there is another recession, the home will be

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