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EDITOR’S NOTE:

In this issue we take a deep dive into how hate crimes are being tracked. Peter Madsen, with our partner Lay It Out Foundation, sorted through the data to examine what hate crime looks like in Central Oregon, by those willing to report it. The article comes out in our Pride issue, which celebrates diversity and individuality. We’ve compiled a list of local events doing just that.

In other news, two new hamburger joints have opened in Bend and Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe has a special treat for jazz lovers. There’s also a new Blues Fest and Gin Festival happening. In Natural World, some tips on how to keep birds safe in your backyard and Josh Savage looks at the history of the unique stone building on NE Division Street and the rockhound who built it.

—Nic Moye, Managing Editor

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Cell Phones in Schools Died in the Legislature. If the Governor Takes It Up, the Details are Going to Matter.

When we interviewed candidates in Bend and Redmond for the recent school board elections, one thing was almost unanimous: they, like many teachers, are in favor of having strong policies in place that restrict the use of cell phones in schools. There were some nuances in candidates’ arguments — such as a consideration for those with special needs, or making some exceptions for those who are caregivers for younger siblings — but by and large, the candidates running for school board reflected similar views of many parents and educators we’ve talked to: Cell phones are a distraction in school, and they are doing more social and mental harm than good.

This past week, a bill that would have mandated Oregon school districts to ban cell phones in schools died in the Senate Education Committee. That might have taken the wind out of the sails of some who wanted to see more support come from the highest levels of state government — but as it turns out, the momentum around the issue isn’t dead just yet. Gov. Tina Kotek, in the wake of the committee’s decision, has indicated she may sign an executive order banning phones in schools.

Should she do that, she should heed some of the concerns that were raised in the committee that caused the bill to die.

Some lawmakers argued that the bill that was before that Senate committee was too restrictive to make it realistic. The bill called for phones to be banned from the first bell in the morning to the

last bell in the afternoon. That means that students, some of whom have jobs or who care for younger siblings, would have no way, during lunch or break times, to check in with the needs of life outside school.

While it’s true that many districts in the state already have policies in place that have begun to ban phones in schools, those policies are still new, and districts thus far — as we have heard from school board members and teachers — have struggled to implement uniformity in enforcement across various classrooms. Many educators have indicated that a statewide, uniform policy would offer the kind of “teeth” that districts need to make the policy enforceable across schools and individual classrooms. That can be a functional role of government: to set a tone and establish a kind of uniformity for all to follow. Oregon educators are crying for help on this important issue, and state government should do what it can to support that call.

There may well be another chance for lawmakers to codify this in the legislature during another session — but in the meantime, if the governor takes it up as an executive order, let’s hope she has more attention to detail — heeding some of the concerns about day-long bans and offering leeway for certain students, for example — than we are currently seeing with the sloppy executive orders from the federal administrative branch.

O Letters

FIX OUR FOREST ACT IS MISGUIDED

Having lived most of my adult life between Central Oregon and California, I'm no stranger to the devastating impact of wildfires on our homes, health, and communities. These fires have intensified as policy makers fail to implement crucial climate change mitigation measures.

The proposed Fix Our Forest Act (FOFA) is a misguided bill that would hand over control of our national forests to the Trump administration, bypassing crucial environmental safeguards like NEPA and ESA under the guise of wildfire prevention.

FOFA prioritizes large-scale logging on public lands without environmental reviews, essentially giving a blank check to the timber industry. It neglects funding for proven wildfire mitigation tactics like home hardening and emergency planning, which would directly protect communities.

Coming on the heels of Trump's executive order to increase timber targets and his administration's gutting of the Forest Service, FOFA appears to prioritize industry profits over genuine wildfire prevention and environmental protection. We need policies grounded in science that truly safeguard our communities and forests, not legislation that serves special interests.

I respectively urge Senators Wyden and Merkley and Representative Bynum to oppose the Fix Our Forest Act.

—Amanda Short

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN

I'll never forget the feeling of walking in downtown Bend every Friday night to meet friends for apps and drinks in '04'07. The town was alive, we were fairly young and making some good career movement. I had an overwhelming sense that it was what the roaring 20's must have felt like.

I've also never forgotten the gut ache, sadness, and collapse that followed from '08-'11. Our median home SP dropped 54%, all the downtown stores and restaurants closed, friends got divorced, lost their homes, moved, the streets were empty, and one even committed suicide. It was an utter ghost town and some very tough years followed.

I have this feeling in my gut again, but the other pieces are just starting to fall in, like a reverse order of operation. The restaurant we patronized, Merenda, closed in 08, but lived on in a new iteration for 16 years. It just abruptly closed last week. Some new construction homes have dropped their prices

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$50-80k already this year and some are offering 3x the incentives they did last fall with price cuts in addition.

Last time, the town chant was "Bend is insulated, everyone wants to live here." This time, "This isn't anything like 08," is the distraction. I hope it isn't anything like last time, but there is a saying that rings more true than ever, "History doesn't repeat, but it does tend to rhyme." We are at the end of a business cycle. What historically comes next isn't easy and "It's different this time" never really is.

—Dan Cochrane

OREGONIANS HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO SHAPE UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE IN OREGON

Oregon’s health care system is at a breaking point. Hospitals on the verge of collapse. Birthing and dialysis centers are closing, leaving Oregonians in the lurch. Hospitals and clinics are relying on outside corporate private equity firms for injections of cash just to stay afloat. This cedes ownership and operations to those with a profit motive, those who are accountable to their shareholders and not the patients served.

Should Medicaid funding be taken away, 1 in 3 Oregonians who rely on the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) will lose access to care. Countless others will face rising costs and shrinking options. The stakes have never been higher.

Health Care for All Oregon (HCAO) believes the solution to many if not most of these problems is a publicly funded, universal health care system model. And thanks to the current work of the Universal Health Plan Governance Board (UHPGB), which is actively designing a plan that we Oregonians can vote on in the near future, Oregon is the state closest to enacting this type of system for our residents.

Readers are encouraged to learn more about the UHPGB by reviewing their website on Oregon.gov and to get involved, tune into the public meetings, and make your voice heard about what YOU want from a new type of health care system in Oregon. Readers can also visit www.hcao.org to learn more about this work and other strategies to increase not just coverage but true access to care.

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I grew up in the sixties and was involved in the anti-Vietnam War movement. At that time bands had an enormous influence on that movement. Buffalo Springfield's “For What It’s

Worth” and Neil Young’s “Ohio” are examples of songs that helped stop the war, with “For What It’s Worth” still pertinent today.

Lionel Richey, Stevie Wonder and so many other artists created “We Are the World” to bring awareness to social issues and Farm Aid was a huge catalyst to help farmers. Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and so many other artists brought social issues to light. Throughout history music has played such an integral role in messaging social injustice because it is such a huge platform for communication to so many people.

I was so happy and encouraged to see Bruce Springsteen speak out against the Trump administration, MAGA and the Right-Wing Fascist movement in America during his concert in Manchester, England, this past week. He not only reached his audience but the world through social media and news broadcasts such as MSNBC.

America is in crisis at this moment and it’s time for artists to join together and use their immense platform to help save our democracy.

I envision the “Save America Tour” with artists like Dave Matthews, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, and artists from all genres, including Country, Rap, Hip-Hop, etc.

The enormous proceeds from the concerts could go to promoting pro-democracy through funding ads, supporting pro-democracy candidates and fighting

authoritarianism in any way possible. It also may be time for “We Are the World 2.0.”

So “Come on people, let’s all get together and love one another right now,” and get this movement rolling. Our democracy may depend on it.

—Jim Prehoda

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Public Land to Close Temporarily

Starting June 1, no one is allowed on BLM land between Bend-Redmond.

The Bureau of Land Management is closing about 40 acres of public land between Bend and Redmond starting June 1. The agency says the temporary closure is due to growing public health, safety and environmental concerns. No one is allowed to enter the area on both the east and west sides of Highway 97 and north of the overpass. That includes anyone hiking, driving, mountain biking or camping.

“The area wasn’t designed for long-term use,” says Lisa Clark, Deschutes field manager, in a release. “Over the years, we’ve seen accumulation of trash and human waste, the creation of unauthorized routes, fence damage and loss of native vegetation. These impacts pose risks to both people and the land.”

Normally the BLM allows camping for up to 14 days. Clark says short-term camping typically doesn’t cause lasting harm but when people stay well beyond the limit, the damage adds up quickly.

BLM staff will develop a plan to repair and restore the damage, then determine a reopening date.

—Nic Moye

Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp May Lose Police Certifications For Life

A state police committee voted for lifetime revocation; final decision will be made July 27

By Peter Madsen

Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp experienced his latest setback May 22, when a state police policy committee voted unanimously to recommend a lifetime revocation of his police certifications to the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training board. The board will review and vote July 27 on whether to take the committee’s recommendation. The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training is the state’s law enforcement regulatory entity.

If the DPSST board adopts the committee’s recommendation to permanently revoke van der Kamp’s certifications, the sheriff will have the option to contest the decision before an administrative law judge, according to Sam Tenney, the DPSST communications coordinator. During a contested case process, which can take several months, an officer’s certifications remain active.

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Tenney said a stripping of police certification would mean van der Kamp would not be able to perform the duties of a police officer in Oregon. That means no arrest powers, for example.

“But because van der Kamp is a department head, it’s a little different for him,” Tenney said. “DPSST doesn’t have the authority to remove an elected official from office, nor do we have the authority to terminate the employment of a public safety professional.”

On April 8, Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels placed van der Kamp on the Brady list of allegedly dishonest police officers that are banned from giving future testimony in Deschutes County Circuit Court cases.

At the DPSST meeting in Salem, the police policy committee voted to adopt the staff’s report that describes van der Kamp’s moral fitness violations. Detailed within are numerous instances of misconduct and dishonesty, regarding van der Kamp’s portrayal of his previous law enforcement experience and educational background.

In cases from 2012 to 2015, van der Kamp made false claims that he received degrees from the University of Southern California and the University of Arizona. In the 2024 Oregon Voters Pamphlet, however, van der Kamp factually stated that he received a master’s

Before the committee’s vote, van der Kamp offered a mitigating statement through his attorney Randy Harvey. They both attended the meeting remotely, which was livestreamed on YouTube.

During the statement, Harvey went item by item, disputing the allegations that van der Kamp was dishonest about his work as a reserve officer in California in the 1990s, including lying about having been terminated by La Mesa Police Department for misconduct and dishonesty. Harvey said van der Kamp included that information to the DSCO in his initial application.

If Sheriff van der Kamp were to resign, the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners would appoint a replacement, County Clerk Steve Dennison told the Source last month.

If Van der Kamp resigned this year, per ORS 236.210, the sheriff position would be placed on the next election cycle’s ballot. In this case, it would be on the May 2026 ballot initially and the sheriff would be elected in November 2026.

The county commission could appoint anybody with the right qualifications, Dennison added, given they meet certain age and residency requirements. He's unsure if there would be an immediate appointment through a special meeting but said the undersheriff would take the place until the appointment.

Sheriff van der Kamp issued the

following statement:

"While my legal team was limited in the scope of information we were permitted to present today, I am proud of the clarity and professionalism with which they outlined the facts and defended my record with the written materials. I am, however, disappointed that the committee appeared to disregard the absence of actual evidence in the historic La Mesa matter and instead relied on speculation and subjective impressions in reaching their decision.

To the dedicated men and women of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and the community we serve, I offer my deepest and most sincere apologies. This outcome is not what I, nor the community, expected or deserve. I recognize the weight of this moment and the impact it has on all of you—my colleagues, supporters, and the people who placed their trust in my leadership. I am incredibly grateful for the past 23 years of service in this county—for the unwavering support, the camaraderie, and the friendships built through years of shared commitment to public safety."

Sheriff van der Kamp goes on to say his legal team will begin the appeals process in hopes of correcting the record. You can read his full statement at bendsource.com.

—This story is powered by the Lay It Out Foundation, the nonprofit with a mission of promoting deep reporting and investigative journalism in Central Oregon. Learn more and be part of this important work by visiting layitoutfoundation.org.

jump in calls to Oregon’s Bias Response Hotline between 2020 and 2023 in “Bias in Our Backyard.”

Local Weather Services Set to Take a Hit Following Staff Cuts

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National Weather Service will drop around-the-clock operations in several parts of the U.S.,

including the office serving Central Oregon

By Julianna LaFollette

Job reductions within the National Weather Service could impact offices across the country, including an office that covers weather forecasting for Central Oregon. The job cuts – a result of efforts from the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency to shrink the federal government — could result in a loss of round-theclock staffing for offices including one in Pendleton, which covers a wide area that includes Central Oregon and northeastern parts of the state.

According to reporting from The Washington Post, the National Weather Service, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the parent agency of the weather service, had more than 4,200 employees before Donald Trump took office. Now, the article states, that number is being decreased by about 600 people.

According to Kim Doster, communications director for NOAA, the Weather Service is updating its service standards to prioritize “mission-essential operations.”

“The National Weather Service continues to meet its core mission of providing life-saving forecasts, warnings, and decision support services to the public, our partners and stakeholders. In the near term, NWS has updated the service level standards for its weather forecast offices to manage impacts due to shifting personnel resources,” Doster told The Source in an email.

“These revised standards reflect the transformation and prioritization of mission-essential operations, while supporting the balance of the operational workload for its workforce. NWS continues to ensure a continuity of service for mission-critical functions.”

State Climatologist Larry O’ Neill says some offices are already seeing impacts from federal decisions and

are expected to see more. As of a week ago, the Pendleton Office was over 40% short-staffed and no longer has its chief meteorologist or its meteorologist in charge, O’Neill said.

“They’re really hurting over there. My understanding is that they are not doing overnight shifts, and that those shifts are being transferred over to the neighboring offices. And so basically, the office is empty for several hours during the night,” said O’Neill.

Staffing remains fluid, according to O’Neill, with a number of variables affecting the workforce. Things like the hiring freeze imposed in January and initial job reductions have already resulted in large losses. With more job losses expected to come, through a general reduction of the workforce, weather services are bracing for more firings.

It is unclear exactly how many job losses the local office has already experienced or is expecting. The Pendleton office declined to comment.

“Right now, it's not looking as bleak as we might have expected, but there is definitely a little bit of a drop-off,” O’Neill told The Source.

O’Neill says consequences include less accurate or timely weather warnings or advisories, and a loss of local insight into variable climates. In the short term, the Pendleton office cuts could impact up-to-date extreme heat advisories or wind and dry weather warnings that are conducive to wildfire growth.

Agencies such as the Oregon Department of Forestry and the U.S. Forest Service, he said, may have to rely more on their own personnel to do in-depth and updated weather forecasting to anticipate hazardous conditions.

Another factor is the expertise of local weather offices, who have more knowledge about the areas they cover.

“The local offices know where the mountains are. They know where all these little micro-climates are,” O’Neill said.

With a lot of variation on local mountain ranges and valleys, broader forecasts often don’t take those locations into account.

In the winter months, local agencies like the Central Oregon Avalanche Center rely heavily on weather predictions and models from the National Weather Service, requesting and receiving roundthe-clock weather updates for its forecasting team.

According to COAC President Bryce Kellogg, a loss in overnight services could impact COAC in getting timely information when making avalanche forecasts.

In the past, Kellogg said, the Pendleton office had someone on duty at all times. At COAC, forecasters are often working in the evenings, and sometimes through the night, to write accurate nextday mountain forecasts. COAC, historically, was able to call the weather office to get updated information. With these cuts, Kellogg expects some of that to shift.

“They've been super helpful and willing to work with us in terms of providing us the best information that they can for making better avalanche forecasts,” Kellogg told The Source. “It’s disheartening to see that being cut, because I think it’s something that’s valuable for our region.”

Kellogg’s understanding is that, moving forward, COAC will be redirected to another weather office that is staffed after hours to receive up-to-date information. While the center is no longer issuing avalanche forecasts as the summer approaches, Kellogg anticipates the reductions in staff will impact how available the office is to them.

“Our forecasters are avalanche professionals and on-the-snow professionals, but they're not meteorologists. So, we really rely on the Weather Service, as everybody does who's providing any weather forecast in the U.S., on their models, their data collections, but also rely on their expertise for those forecasts,” Kellogg said.

The National Weather Service office in Pendleton covers a wide area that includes Central Oregon and northeastern parts of the state.

Communicating timely news about wildfires to the public is one of the government services that could be affected by federal funding cuts.

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Deschutes County Fairgrounds Announces Summer Concert Lineup

The free summer concert series at the Fairgrounds announces artists from a variety of genres headlining the event

By Julianna LaFollette

As summer approaches, the Deschutes County Fairgrounds is gearing up for a busy summer full of festivals and musical acts, including its 2025 Kendall Toyota of Bend Free Summer Concert Series. On May 22, the Fairgrounds announced its lineup for its annual concert series, taking place from July 30 through Aug. 3, offering big names from a variety of genres – a mix of country, rock, hip-hop, Mexican and electric dance music, or EDM.

In addition to its headliners, the Deschutes County Fairgrounds is offering a new concert experience this year, with pre- and post-show parties featuring music from Nashville-based DJ Grant Fisher.

All concerts are free with paid fair admission, with a limited number of special VIP tickets available for each show, offering premium viewing areas, starting at $10 plus fair admission.

2025 Headliner Lineup:

Wednesday, July 30 – Brothers Osborne

The concert series will kick off with Grammy-winning country duo, Brothers Osborne. The group came out of Nashville and is recognized for its identifiable blend of country and rock music. The two are known for hits such as, “It Ain’t My Fault” and “Stay a Little Longer.”

Thursday, July 31- AWOLNATION

Friday, Aug. 1 – Diplo

The second act for the free concert series is rock group, AWOLNATION. The group offers a mix of alternative, indie rock music that’s both exciting and unique. AWOLNATION is known largely for big hits such as, “Sail,” released in 2011.

Friday’s concert will feature popular DJ and producer, Diplo. Diplo has three Grammy Awards, including wins for Best Dance Recording and Best Dace/Electronic album. The south Florida artist largely appeals to club audiences and

has worked on big records including M.I.A.’s “Paper Planes,” and Beyonce’s “Hold Up.” Diplo has dabbled in several genres, with country music being his most recent endeavor.

Saturday, Aug. 2 – Tyga

Artist Tyga will take the stage on Saturday night, offering high-energy, hip-hop tracks. Known for hits like “Rack City” and “Taste,” Tyga has also collaborated on several other popular hip-hop albums, working with artists like Chris Brown, Doja Cat and Ty Dolla $ign, among others.

Sunday, Aug. 3 – La Original Banda El Limón

A traditional Mexican Banda group will finish the weekend off with its high-energy Latin sound. Formed in 1965, La Original Banda El Limón is known as one of the most influential banda groups of all time. Banda music typically refers to an ensemble featuring brass and percussion instruments and singers. While members have shifted over the decades, the group brings the same upbeat sound to all of its performances.

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Learn from local experts how to help pollinators, compost, grow vegetables in our climate, make seed bombs and conserve water! Join numerous community organizations for this fun, free event for novice to advanced gardeners alike. Bring a bucket to take home some compost! Sat., May 31, 11am-1pm at Redmond Public Library. 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Free.

BUILDING COMMUNITY AND MAKING CONNECTIONS

This event promises to be a wonderful gathering for the local Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, featuring social activities and opportunities for connection. Families with DHH children from Warm Springs, Madras, Redmond, Prineville and Bend are expected to join. This is a space where students can build friendships and families can form supportive relationships with others who share similar experiences. Mon., June 2, 2-4pm at Quince City Park. 1001 NW Quince Ave., Redmond. Free.

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He was an Immigration & Customs Enforcement agent. Or that’s at least what the uniformed man said when he boarded a Cascade East Transit bus at the Hawthorne Station in Bend on April 28. He walked down the aisle, asked passengers their immigration status and rummaged through one passenger’s bag. Then he left.

An hour or so after the incident, suspecting the officer was an impersonator, a passenger called the Bend Police Department. The officer who responded contacted the bus station security, who said they hadn’t seen anyone matching the description but would keep an eye out, according to the department.

The Bend Police Department does not cooperate with ICE officials and does not discern immigration status during any stops or arrests, said Bend Police Public Information Officer Sheila Miller.

The alleged incident at Hawthorne Station is not isolated. It comes on the heels of a rash of cancellations of cultural festivals in Central Oregon this year. Event organizers, all people of color, cited a threatening political climate at both the national and local levels as reasons for ending their events this year.

On April 7, the Latino Community Association announced that the nonprofit would cancel its annual Latino Fest in Madras out of concern for attendees’ safety. In April, The Father’s Group pulled the plug on its Juneteenth celebration in Drake Park in Bend. (Two groups, however, have since announced a Juneteenth event on June 20 at Open Space Event Studios.) And on April 15, organizers at Central Oregon Community College pulled the plug on this year’s Latinx Fiesta Celebración, which was slotted later that month.

Catalina Sánchez Frank, the executive director of the Latino Community Association, said she and participating

vendors, artisans and musicians were already uneasy about whether the Latino Fest would be a safe venture after President Donald Trump’s inauguration and ICE activity in Bend in January.

“[The festival] is an open public space. Every day, immigration enforcement actions change, so canceling it just makes sense,” Sánchez Frank told The Source in April. “It hasn’t been easy for the community to have certainty or peace of mind that nothing is coming. It’s more a matter of when will there be a raid? Are they going to come back?”

Sánchez Frank said she received threatening messages, mostly through social media, leading up to and even after the nonprofit publicized its cancellation.

Miller, the public information officer for Bend Police, said she doesn’t recall any service requests regarding threats to public gatherings involving minority groups. The Bend PD tries to be aware of public gatherings and events that may have safety issues, and if possible, coordinate with the people running those events, Miller said.

“If a group or person has been threatened because of their perceived minority, immigration status or other reason, we would urge them to report it to the police,” she added.

Senate Bill 577 and the Bias Crimes Report

People in Oregon have a more formal way to report such incidents to authorities than they did even a few short years ago, but the crimes remain far underreported, authorities say.

Nationally, approximately 250,000 hate crimes have been reported each year between 2004 and 2015, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

In Oregon, the legislature passed Senate Bill 577 in 2019, which in part

BIAS IN OUR BACKYARD

Reported stats on bias crimes in Central Oregon are still fresh. Here’s what we know so far.

By Peter Madsen

requires the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to review all data pertaining to bias crimes and non-criminal bias incidents reported statewide and churn out a comprehensive report.

Its most recent Bias Crimes Report, which the OCJC revises and publishes each July and is available online, contains data from 2020 through 2023. The information is collected from sources that include the Bias Response Hotline (established by the Oregon Department of Justice); the Oregon State Police’s National Incident Based Reporting System; bias prosecution data from 34 district attorney’s offices (excluding those from Columbia and Umatilla counties); arrest data from the national Law Enforcement Data System; court data pertaining to bias crimes sourced from the state’s Odyssey database; and conviction and sentencing data for bias crimes from Oregon’s Department of Corrections.

The data sourcing is far-reaching, but as the Bias Crimes Report authors detail throughout the 125-page document, bias acts, due to their volatile nature, are chronically underreported. The rates of bias reporting differ by victims and community factors that include language and cultural barriers, fear of deportation or stigma, distrust of police and fear of being further targeted in retaliation for reporting. According to the Oregon Criminal Victimization Survey, in 2019 an estimated 7.9% of Oregonians were victims of bias acts.

Rates of bias-targeting are higher for people identifying as Black/African-American (28.8%), American Indian/ Alaska Native (28.6%), Asian (17.4%) and Latino (10.4%). Folks who identify as non-binary (28.3%), gay or lesbian (25.8%) or bisexual (19.9%), also experience disproportionate acts of bias, according to the report.

Recent Bias Incidents and Bias Crimes in Central Oregon

Other high-profile racist and violent threats highlight the ongoing concern in our region. In Redmond, a dead racoon and a racist note was left at the law office of Mayor Ed Fitch. (A raccoon is a historically derogatory symbol for a Black person.) Police, who investigated it as a hate crime, said the message was directed at Redmond City Councilor Clifford Evelyn, who is Black, OPB reported in June 2023. Also in Redmond, a man was charged with assault when he threw rocks at members of a mariachi band as they practiced in a front yard, the Redmond Spokesman reported in April 2024.

That same month in Bend, during the public comment section of a Bend Human Rights and Equity Commission meeting, anonymous speakers, who’d logged in via Zoom, coordinated what police considered an organized verbal attack, OPB reported at the time. Epithets included antisemitic slurs, Nazi slogans and homophobic insults. One man recited the N-word.

So far in 2025, the Bend Police Department has received reports of nine bias crimes, including both aggravated and simple assaults. The department has tracked more than 60 local bias crimes since 2020. Seventeen bias crimes were recorded in 2024 and a record 22 in 2023. Bias crimes in Bend have included vandalism and intimidation or making criminal threats. Bend PD maintains an online database of bias crimes, viewable at its Bias Crimes webpage.

The Source reviewed 10 of 20 requested bias and hate crime case reports from 2024 and this year through a public records request to Bend PD. The cases withheld are still open, involve minors or have been expunged, and are

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therefore not available to the public, the department said.

The narratives in these reports make for chilling reading. On occasions, the victims are targeted for a presumed gender, race or sexual orientation. Often the violence is random, yet, in other instances, the two parties were at least acquainted with each other. Several reports were made by people experiencing homelessness. Another report pertains to a reported bias/hate incident between neighbors and a homeowner whose Gay Pride flag was ripped off a pole attached to the front porch, causing several hundred dollars' worth of damage. Other cases include:

• A Middle Eastern man reported being attacked in the early morning hours of April 26, 2024, near Westside Tavern by a white man wearing a cowboy hat and a duster jacket. According to the report, the victim was told to go back to his country. Police were unable to identify or locate the perpetrator.

• A transgender woman of color, accused of shoplifting at a Fred Meyer, lobbed racist and homophobic insults while striking a store employee, witnesses and responding police officers on March 30, 2024.

• A female manager of an apartment building reported consistent homophobic and racist abuse from a tenant; the manager wife is a person of color. The manager's

reported having her face shoved by the tenant when confronting him about his designated parking spot on Jan. 31, 2025.

• On Sept. 20, 2024, a transgender woman experiencing homelessness reported a homophobic attack on NE Second Street that resulted in a hole in her cheek. The suspect was another unhoused person.

In discussing the 10 cases the Source reviewed, Sheila Miller, the Bend PD spokesperson, said she feels the weight of intolerance.

“They’re all disappointing (cases). I would love to live in a community where these types of crimes didn’t happen at all. I feel fortunate that we live in a community where hopefully these are rare instances,” Miller said. “And I hope that people who are the victims of these types of crimes will trust the police department to come forward and report them.”

Bias crimes reported to the police can be subjective. When officers investigate, they determine whether to deem it a bias crime. As mentioned above, the authors of the Bias Crimes Report note that this may account for some underreporting of bias acts. Law enforcement agency policies may influence victims’ reporting behavior. Agencies without a dedicated bias crime officer or unit, clearly defined bias crime polices, an established review process for each report, for example, tend to have lower reporting rates, according to the report. Although the Bend PD doesn’t

Charts and maps couresty of Oregon Criminal Justice Commission

have a dedicated bias crime unit, officers are run through bias crime training, Miller said, adding that the vast majority of these cases are handled by patrol, though some could be directed to detectives.

Keeping track of it all at the state level

In 2023, 3,623 bias reports (which include both non-criminal bias incidents and bias crimes) were made to the Oregon DOJ’s Bias response Hotline. For the year, 1,392 (38%) were made directly to BRH staffers or advocates; 836 (23%) reports were made through the online portal; 676 (19%) through the telephone hotline; 353 (10%) via its voicemail; 179 (5%) through law enforcement officials; and seven (.5%) were reported in person.

Since the hotline’s inception, incident reports have climbed upward, with 10 in January 2020 and 330 in December 2023 — a 3,200% increase. What should be considered is that as social awareness of bias acts, and awareness of — and confidence in — the hotline itself grows, so have calls to the hotline. It’s not necessarily the case that bias reports are up, so much as the means to track them has been increasingly utilized by people calling in to report bias acts.

The map, above left, details the numbers of bias reports collected by the Bias Response Hotline in 2023. Multnomah County tops the list with 810 reports. Lane County experienced the highest growth in calls between 2022 and 2023, from 179 to 674 — a 277% spike. Deschutes County experienced a 38% decline in reports to the hotline, from 197 to 108 between 2022 and 2023.

All Oregon law enforcement agencies are required by law to report bias crime to the Oregon Uniform Crime Reporting Program, managed by the Oregon State Police, which compiles all the reported crime information in the state. The UCR Program also funnels that information to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its national recordkeeping. Yet, eye-poppingly, not all state law enforcement agencies are fastidious about reporting bias crime to the UCR Program. In 2020, 55 state agencies missed one month, and 10 agencies provided zero data all year. Through 2023, these reporting rates have improved, yet in 2023, 28 agencies missed at least one month of reporting;

20 of those did not report any data during that year, according to the Bias Crimes Report. The authors attribute that non-reporting to a refusal or inability to make a software upgrade to present the reporting in a format that fits the reporting system’s updated format, which the FBI required Jan. 1, 2021. Factors like these make it hard for people and their governments to understand trends about bias acts in the state.

Compounding these "data gaps,” as the Bias Crimes Report authors put it, are the findings by the U.S. Department of Justice that about 42% of violent bias crimes are not reported to the police. The report, “Hate Crime Victimization, 2005-2019,” is available online. That’s to illustrate that folks who report bias acts to the Bias Response Hotline, for example, do not necessarily go on to report them to law enforcement (one of the many services the trauma-informed dispatchers help facilitate).

Ryan Keck, the CJC interim executive director, wrote by email: “Working with multiple independent data sources can produce data gaps. They try to fill these gaps by working with local partners, such as district attorney’s offices, which have played a key role in helping identify bias-motivated conduct referred for prosecution on non-bias charges only.”

The Office of Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels sends that information to the CJC. It also prosecutes bias crimes. Reached by phone, Gunnels said when it comes to sentencing, there's an inner play between the statute and the sentencing guidelines. And juries or judges decide verdicts. Gunnels described a recent case. His office prosecuted a man who was accused of threatening someone because he didn’t like their race. A jury convicted him of unlawful use of a weapon but acquitted him on bias. He received a 24-month Department of Corrections prison sentence because of two prior felonies. The determination of the two-year bid came from the interplay between statutes, which are like caps on punishments, and the sentencing guidelines, which account for past offenses. The mechanism functions a bit like a flow chart.

Bias Response Hotline: the numbers

Reports to the Bias Response Hotline for all protected classes went up each year, according to the study, with a few exceptions. Reports regarding race bias in 2023, of which there were 1,201, are down from 1,298 the previous year. Reports regarding national origin in 2023 numbered 640 versus 638 the previous year. And disability bias reporting in 2023 decreased from 276 to 271.

White Oregonians

White Oregonians were targeted mostly because of sexual orientation and gender identity bias. 32 out of 115 or 28% of reporters experienced anti-white bias.

BIPOC Oregonians

Black and Indigenous people of color were targeted primarily because of race, but differences exist in bias motivation,. According to the report, 95% of Black/ African-American reporters were targeted due to race bias; 76% Asian, 63% Hispanic, and 59% American Indian/Alaska Native. Reporters that belong to another race were targeted due to religion bias (352 out of 420 or 84%), in particular anti-Jewish bias (342 or 81%). Asian (54 out of 141 or 38%) and Hispanic (259 out of 382 or 68%) were also targeted due to bias stemming from national origin bias. Reporters who did not disclose their race were primarily targeted for sexual orientation (530 out of 1,151 or 46%), according to the report.

Male Oregonians

Reporting male Oregonians were primarily targeted because of race, national origin and color bias. Between 2020 and 2023, men made 2,100 reports (28%).

Female and gender nonconforming Oregonians

Female callers to the hotline were primarily targeted by biases due to race, national origin and religion (mostly Jewish). Gender non-conforming citizens were targeted mostly due to gender identity bias and sexual orientation bias. Between 2020 and 2023, women and gender non-conforming made 2,026 reports (28.25%).

Oregonians over the age of 60

Hotline reporters who are 60 and older mostly detailed disability and religion biases. Both subcategories were evenly reported at 42 out of 150 individual reporters, or 28%.

Minor Oregonians

Bias act victims who are legal minors mostly described bias acts regarding gender identity (119; 35%) and sexual orientation (105; 31%). Throughout 2020 and 2023, minors up to age 17 made 1,043 reports (12.25%).

Most Frequent Setting

A victim’s home has consistently been the most-common setting for bias acts between 2020 and 2023, accounting for an average of 26.5% annual reporting. The category “other,” which includes libraries, malls, parks, institutional settings, driving, jail and place of worship, averages 24.5% of reports. Place of employment accounts for an average of 11.75% of settings throughout the four-year period, followed closely by internet/cell phone at an average 11.5%. Schools make up an average of 10.75% of reported bias act settings.

An alienating experience, rare in isolation

The reporting and analysis of this massive dataset doesn’t conclude that we live in an inherently racist or bigoted society; simply that while people continue to express bigoted attitudes, there will be a similar number of people who must add that pain and distraction to their daily lives. And if nothing else is clear, it seems that very little — not race, gender, class, housing status, nor religious affiliation — can completely insulate us from intolerance.

—This story is powered by the Lay It Out Foundation, the nonprofit with a mission of promoting deep reporting and investigative journalism in Central Oregon. Learn more and be part of this important work by visiting layitoutfoundation.org.

SOURCE PICKS

THURSDAY 5/29

NO MAN’S LAND FILM FESTIVAL

10TH ANNUAL WORLD TOUR

The Festival was founded in 2015 as a response to the lack of women-representation in the larger outdoor media landscape and has grown to become the premier adventure film festival for women and gender-nonconforming athletes. This stop on the tour is presented in partnership with BendFilm and is not to be missed! Thu., May 29, 6:30pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $15.

THURSDAY 5/29

DYKE NIGHT

QUEER DANCE PARTY

Get ready for a Dyke Night takeover of Cliché’s weekly party, Let’s Have a Kiki! This is an affinity space for the whole spectrum of dykes, femmes and thems. Thu., May 29, 6:30pm at Dogwood at the Pine Shed. 821 NE Second St., Bend. $15 Suggested donation; funds split with Redmond Collective Action to support their mutual aid and street kitchen outreach.

FRIDAY 5/30

HEATHER PIERSON

SHARP SONGWRITING, RICH SOUND

Heather Pierson is a New Hampshire singer/songwriter blending jazz, blues, folk and piano instrumentals. Known for her bell-tone voice and joyful stage presence, she’s released 16 albums on her own label. Fri., May 30, 6pm at Sisters Depot. 250 W Cascade Ave., Sisters. $15.

AN EVENING WITH GOOSE

GROOVE-DRIVEN AND BUILT FOR THE STAGE

Goose is a Connecticut-based jam band celebrated for their adventurous live shows, tight improvisation and a genre-melding mix of rock, funk and psychedelia. With a devoted fanbase and standout musicianship, they’re redefining the modern jam band experience. Fri., May 30, 6:30pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend. $45. FRIDAY 5/30

PAINT YOUR PARTNER

ARTIST WORKSHOP

Local artist Sloan Earl will walk you through tips and techniques as you sit across from your partner and paint! Fri., May 30, 7-9pm at Flying Horse Gallery. 161 South Elm St., Sisters. $45.

SATURDAY 5/31

ECOCHELLA

COMMUNITY JUSTICE CELEBRATION

TEACHER SHOW

COMEDY FROM THE CLASSROOM

A stand-up showcase, featuring real-life educators slinging jokes and funny stories focused on classroom dynamics. Sat., May 31, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $25.

SUNDAY 6/1

GORDON NAGAI

AUTHOR TALK AT THE LIBRARY

Gordon Hideaki Nagai and his family were forced to leave their family-owned farm just outside Atwater, California, and spent most of World War II in a concentration camp in Colorado before being allowed to return home. Hear him talk about his book, “Two Faces,” a tale of cross-racial friendship that endured the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. Sun., June 1, 2-3pm at Deschutes Public Library Downtown. 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Free.

SUNDAY 6/1

SAKOYANA

JOYFUL JAZZ AND FUNK

Presented by the Deschutes Youth Climate Coalition, ECOCHELLA is an all-ages event focused on climate justice and human rights. There will be live music, dancing, art and community connection. Meet organizations working on justice initiatives and partake in joy as resistance. Sat., May 31, 3-7pm at Drake Park. 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend. Free. SATURDAY 5/31

Influenced by sounds and creations of all kinds, Sakoyana is primarily rooted in jazz, blues and funk. The Sonoma County band balances tight composition with improvisation and joyful noise. Sun., June 1, 5pm at River’s Place. 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Free.

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Heather Pierson

Courtesy Goose FB

Courtesy No Man's Land FB

Courtesy Teacher Show FB

Courtesy Flying Horse Gallery

S SOUND

TD/L Sextet Coming to Bookshop Cafe

Jazz upstairs at our beloved Dudley's? Yes, please!

By Julie Hanney

he D/L Sextet, a project conceived and co-led by pianist Ruthie Dineen of the Bay Area and bassist Andrew Lion, formerly of California and now a Bend resident, promises to be something quite unique. They play a style of jazz that is original, forward-thinking and not the standard fare. It's a genre they describe as "large-format jazz/indie-art/post-bop" which is not something we hear all the time in Bend. I spoke with Ruthie, Andrew and also with their drummer, Adam Carlson, a Bend native and graduate of Bend High, who has gone on to have an impressive career as a percussionist.

the Source: How did the D/L Sextet come together?

Andrew Lion: It started actually with the group Ruthie and I formed 14 years ago in Oakland, California, which is a creative music collective called Negative Press Project. We've got four releases in our catalogue, with the fifth one coming out this year. The first came out 10 years ago in 2015. So, off the heels of the pandemic we were all kind of displaced, which brought me to Bend, which is a positive thing. Ruthie still has roots in the Bay Area, but our ensemble suddenly found ourselves in L.A., D.C., Helsinki and Brooklyn. So, we had a desire to have an outlet for some new compositions and Ruthie and I put together the D/L Sextet.

tS: Has this group played in Oregon before?

AL: We had a run last year throughout Oregon and that's when Adam [Carlson] was brought in, and so he's the returning member this year. We have the good fortune of bringing a friend of ours up from Oakland, Eli [Maliwan] on saxophone, and Pablo Rivarola, a trumpeter from Portland, down for this show. So, it's really an opportunity to introduce some new voices into what Ruthie and I write and compose for.

tS: What is your approach to the type of jazz you create?

Ruthie Dineen: The two defining features are that it's always improvised and pulling on the roots of jazz, and then it's always fairly through-composed at the same time. We pull on a lot of different influences: some rock, a lot of jazz, and definitely some classical, too. So, I think it kind of defies genre.

tS: I love that this concert is going to be at Dudley's. How did you decide on this venue?

AL: I have had the good fortune of supporting a local singer/songwriter, Joel Chadd, on some performances and he did one there. I was really charmed by the environment. We were upstairs, and that's where we [D/L Sextet] are going to be. It's a very intimate space. It has these nice, curved ceilings which kind of reminded me of the low ceiling of the Village Vanguard in New York. So, it planted a seed in my mind that I'd like to bring something back through here at some point. And I have to mention that Tom and Amy, the proprietors there, have been so supportive of this, as well.

tS: It's awesome to see women in jazz and women composers. What has your experience been regarding women in the jazz world?

RD: My experience is that there have been very few. And, I think growing up I was the only one, or there would be one other, and all of my female friends would all be the vocalist. There just aren't very many and I'm used to it at this point. In my work [as executive director of the East Bay Center for the Performing Arts], to see

"I would hope people would walk away inspired and wanting to do something on their own that's creative and gives life to them right now, especially at these times when there's a lot going on in the world."

— Ruthie Dineen

more young women come up in it is great, and we want to give them all the support that we can give. And also for diversity as well, that's also important.

tS: Can you talk a bit about how Adam has fit into your group?

AL: When I first moved to Bend I was on the hunt for talented musicians. His name had come up and he had been referred to me by several folks. Adam and I have had some other opportunities to work together through private events and from that point, I was like, wow, I want to find any opportunity I can to work with him, because he's super agile and very smooth in the tradition, but he has a modern sensibility, too.

tS: What do you hope people will experience at the show?

RD: I would hope people would walk away inspired and wanting to do something on their own that's creative and gives life to them right now, especially at these times when there's a lot going on in the world.

tS: Since graduating from Bend High can you share a bit about your musical journey?

Adam Carlson: I went to the University of Oregon for a jazz studies major. There I got to experience a whole new tier of musical experiences with lots of gigs, performances of many types of music, different calibers of musicians, like the guest artists that were brought in at the U of O.

tS: After college you moved to New York City, right?

AC: Yes, I moved to New York, which was quite a different thing. It was really cool to go from a small pool to an infinite ocean, especially in terms of the amount of talented and well-versed musicians. You know, just thousands of incredible musicians you've never heard of. Being exposed to them and being able to play with some of them was incredible.

tS:Now you are living in Portland and working as a freelance drummer, which is how you came to be a part of the D/L Sextet. What excites you about this concert at Dudley's?

AC: I think it's really important to set up a space that is a listening space, no matter what kind of music it is. Some styles of music are great for background music or to have at festivals on big stages, but there are other styles of music (like Ruthie and Andrew's project) that really deserve that kind of space set aside for listening to get the most out of it. I think having a space for that in any community is very important.

D/L Sextet

May 31, Doors 6pm, Show 6:30pm

Dudley’s Bookstore Cafe

135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend

Negative Press Project $35

The Modern Jazz group, D/L Sextet, by way of the Bay Area and New York City, brings its vibe to a downtown loft.

Clayton Lancaster

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28 Wednesday

The Astro Lounge Karaoke Get here early to put your name on the list! Drink specials every night. 9pm-2am. Free.

Bevel Craft Brewing Live Music: Son of Wolf Son of Wolf is Maxx Lopez’s solo acoustic project—a journey into his lifelong love of music. Blending fantasy-themed songwriting with bluegrass, Grateful Dead vibes and more, Son of Wolf offers an intimate look at the bond between artist and sound. Experience the magic live at Bevel this summer! 6-8pm. Free.

The Capitol The Capitol Karaoke Music Weekly Karaoke at its finest! Central Oregon’s premiere karaoke experience has just moved locations! Now at the Capitol! Drink specials! Air guitars! Come see for yourself. 8pm-1am. Free.

The Cellar Live Music with Danger Gently Head down to The Cellar every Wednesday to enjoy live music from Danger Gently, a talented rotating cast of characters playing old-timey jams! 6-8pm. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Kevin Dorin at The Commonwealth Pub An accomplished songwriter, storyteller, and all around entertainer - Kevin Dorin’s music crosses genres while always dipping a toe in the blues. Spending his time playing hundreds of shows around the Pacific Northwest he has infused the sound of Americana into his singer/songwriter sound! 7:30-9:30pm. Free.

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Alex Winters Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music from Alex Winters. 6-8pm. Free.

Deschutes Brewery & Public House

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

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Khruangbin - A La Sala Tour Funk, dance and indie band Khruangbin returns to Bend with its latest album “A La Sala” (“To the Room” in Spanish). 7pm. $60.

M&J Tavern Open Mic Night Downtown living room welcomes musicians to bring their acoustic set or turn it up to 11 with the whole band. Bring your own instruments. 6:30pm. Free.

Market of Choice Bend Scrabble Club at Market of Choice We meet upstairs. We use the 7th edition of the Scabble Players Dictionary. New Scrabble players are welcome. If you have a Scrabble set, please bring it as a backup. 6-8:30pm. Free.

McMenamins Old St. Francis School Five Pint Mary Five Pint Mary, Bend’s own Irish/pirate/ folk-rockers, are back! Original band members Sarah Pollock-Holmes, Matt Gwinup and Evan Holmes are very happy to welcome new members, Mark Knippel & Travis Palladino, to the clan. Please join them for a night of spirited Irish pub music in Father Luke’s Room. Sláinte! 7-10pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Mellow Wednesday Acoustic Open Mic and Jam hosted by Derek Michael Marc Sign-up sheet is available at 6:30pm. 7-9pm. Free.

Pinky G’s Pizzeria MUSIC BINGO Join music Bingo (think Bingo and Name that Tune). Great food, cold drinks and good times. Free to play and prizes for each round winner. 6-8pm. Free. Ponch’s Place Bingo Wednesdays at Ponch’s Place Enjoy Bingo at Ponch’s Place on Wednesdays. 5:30-7pm. Free.

LIVE MUSIC & NIGHTLIFE

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Five Pint Mary delivers high-energy Irish folk-rock with a fierce spirit, honoring their roots while pushing the sound forward with fresh covers and original songs. Wed., May 28, 7pm at McMenamins Old St. Francis School.

Unity Community of Central Oregon Rhythms of the Soul: A night of Enchanting Kirtan with Ananda Das Kirtan isn’t just music, it’s a direct path to the divine. 7-9pm. $25-$35.

29 Thursday

The Ale Apothecary Tasting Room

Community Pint & Game Night Join us every Thursday in May at Ale Apothecary for a fun card game and pint night supporting CASA of Central Oregon! Each week features a new game to learn. Meet new people and raise funds for children in foster care. Every pint sold supports CASA! 4-7pm. Free.

The Astro Lounge Karaoke Get here early to put your name on the list! Drink specials every night. 9pm-2am. Free.

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

Bend Cider Co. School of Rock The School of Rock bands, Hella Shy & Echo Chamber, are back again to rock the yard at Bend Cider! These talented teens are students at both Music Flow & Gwinup Studios. 5-8pm. Free.

The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room Trivia Night Tease your brain and win cool prizes. Happy Hour menu will be offered during game time. Grab your friends and enjoy an evening of fabulous wines, snacks and fun! Every last Thursday of the month. Arrive early, game starts at 6pm. Last Thursday of every month, 6-8pm. Free.

Blacksmith Public House Karaoke with DJ Chris Join us on our indoor stage for Karaoke night! Every Thursday from 6:30-8pm. We have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, great drink options, and lots of food trucks! Family and dog friendly. 6:30-8pm. Free.

Bunk+Brew Karaoke Thursdays Sing your heart out at Bunk + Brew’s Karaoke Night! Whether you’re a pro or just love the spotlight, all voices are welcome. Food carts available all evening! Located in the Historic Lucas House Living Room for winter. 7-10pm. Free.

The Cellar Live Irish Trad Music with The Ballybogs! Join us for a night of live music featuring Bend’s Irish Trad band, The Ballybogs! Every Thursday at The Cellar. Seats fill up, so get there early if you can! 6-8pm. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Twin Engine Dail Croome and Daren McGavren both have extensive touring and performance experience. They have joined forces as Twin Engines to perform a collage of rock, soul, and blues. 7:30pm. Free.

Crave Bend COMEDY OPEN MIC NIGHT Comedy Open Mic Night on the SW side of Bend! Adults only encouraged. Intimate, smaller venue, healthier food and beverages, and an interactive night of comedy every Thursday! Hosted By Hopper. 7-9pm. Free.

The Dez Lounge Open Mic Join Joyful Lane at open mic night! Enjoy NA cocktails, charcuterie and dessert while listening to local talent! 6-9pm. Free.

Dogwood At The Pine Shed Dyke Night Get ready for a Dyke Night takeover of Cliche’s monthly queer dance party, Let’s Have a Kiki. Ours is an affinity space for the whole spectrum of dykes, femmes and thems. 6:30pm. Free.

Dogwood At The Pine Shed Let’s Have a Kiki A weekly 2SLGBTQIA+ night hosted by Cliché, with a new featured resident DJ each month. Kicking off the series in May with DJ Lunallday. Let’s have a kiki! 7-10pm. Free.

Elements Public House Trivia Night at Elements Public House with QuizHead Games Come be all you can be with Trivia Night every Thursday from 6-8pm! Featuring QuizHead. games. Located at the north end of Redmond. Full bar and great food! 6-8pm. Free.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Brad Paisley: Truck Still Works World Tour 6:30pm. $49.75-$69.75.

The Lot Sidney Joseph A multi-instrumentalist who’s greatest passion has been creating and performing music since he was just a wee lad. With a foggy Philly past. The smokey voiced singer just moved to Oregon, where he’s finding inspiration for new songs. 6-8pm. Free.

Mountain Burger Dirk Benson Live music and great food! 6-8pm. Free.

Pangaea Guild Hall Intro to D&D Workshop Calling all adventurers! Have you wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons but have no idea where to start? Pangaea Guild Hall presents an “Intro to D&D” workshop series hosted by yours truly, Guildmaster Chris! Learn to build and play your own D&D character. Call or email to reserve your spot! 6-9pm. $10.

Ponch’s Place Trivia Thursdays at Ponch’s Place Trivia Thursdays at Ponch’s Place with QuizHead Games. 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Honey Don’t Americana, country, soul. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon Come down to Silver Moon Brewing for a night of trivia! Teams are welcome to show up in groups up to 8 people. Silver Moon also offers seating reservations for $20 donations that all go to F*Cancer! If you would like to reserve a table please contact the Trivia on the Moon Facebook page. 7pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Sakoyana Sakoyana is a jazz-funk group from Sonoma County, California. Influenced by sounds and creations of all kinds. Primarily the music is rooted in jazz, blues and funk, but is also influenced by western classical music, hip-hop, Indian classical music, space, plants and meditation. 7pm. $10.

30 Friday

Karaoke Night Central Oregon’s most fun karaoke venue! Karaoke is hosted by A Fine Note Karaoke Too and DJ Jackie J. Delicious food and drink and a friendly staff. Come join the show where you are the star! 8pm. Free.

Bend Cider Co. Use’ta Do Come on out to Bend Cider Co and listen to the roots-country/ Americana/bluegrass sounds of Use’ta Do! Enjoy our beautiful backyard on this spring evening with your family and friends, while sipping on delicious ciders, beer, wine and n/a beverages. 6-8pm. Free.

Big E’s Sports Bar and Grill Karaoke Night A Fine Note Karaoke will be up and running again every Friday night. Please come out and share in our celebration. 8pm. Free.

Blacksmith Public House Jeff Miller and the Congregation Concert Join us for a free concert by Jeff Miller and the Congregation! They are a lively Country band that performs at a variety of fairs, festivals, and rodeos. Bring your friends and family and dance the night away with us. 6:30-10pm, and always family friendly! 6:30-10pm. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Commonwealth DJ Dance Party with TRUNORTH Join TRUNORTH as he makes his way down from the 49th parallel, spinning the latest and greatest, raising the bar on this year’s playoff season. Join him Friday and Saturday nights at The Commonwealth Pub and cheer on the beats from soul, to funk, to today’s hits. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Blue EgyptianGoose Afterparty Blü Egyptian are an electrifying quartet based in Chico, CA, who have singlehandedly pioneered the genre Prog-Jam. This catchy breed of funk, Latin, reggae, bluegrass and rock n’ roll has swept up the West Coast in a dancing frenzy. 10:15pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Interactive Crime Scene Investigation Interactive mystery and crime scene investigation! A few friends set out to enjoy a day in the sun when some strange events occur and a girl goes missing! Is she dead, and if so, who did it? The game begins with your ticket confirmation email with more instructions for solving the case! 5-9pm.

Courtesy Five Pint Mary FB

CALENDAR EVENTS

The Domino Room The Hasbens & SakoYana unofficial Goose after party 10:30-11:15: SakoYana 11:30-1: The Hasbens (the band that has Bens) is a funky psychedelic jam band originally from Plattsburgh, NY, currently rockin’ in Bend, Oregon. Sakoyana is a jazz-funk band from Sonoma County, California. Influenced by sounds and creations of all kinds. 10:30pm-1am. $10. Faith, Hope & Charity Vineyards The Junebugs The Junebugs combine high-energy pop and rock with Pacific Northwest folk. 6-9pm. $30.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

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

Hayden Homes Amphitheater An Evening With Goose American rock band Goose known for its genre-blending sound, improvisational live performances and dedicated fan base, announced they are coming to Bend during its Summer Tour. 6:30pm. $45.

Playful Paws Cat Cafe Cat Breed Bingo Join us for Cat Breed Bingo at Playful Paws! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo, cat cuddles and prizes. Admission includes multiple bingo rounds and cat room time. Space is limited—reserve your spot today for a meow-tastic night of fun! 5-7pm. $25.

Ponch’s Place Rudolf Korv Enjoy Friday night music at Ponch’s Place with Rudolf Korv. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Linda Quon & Hello Trouble Linda Quon is a singer/songwriter living in Bend. Inspired by old-school country/swing, blues and indie folk artists, her latest project is a 6-piece vintage roots band called Hello Trouble, featuring her original songs. She also performs with The Quons, a duo with husband and singer/ songwriter Mark Quon. 7pm. $10.

Sisters Depot Heather Pierson Heather Pierson is a New Hampshire singer/songwriter blending jazz, blues, folk and piano instrumentals. Known for her bell-tone voice and joyful stage presence, she’s released 16 albums on her own label. 6-8pm. $15.

Sisters Depot Friday Nights with Tony Lompa Tony Lompa plays every Friday night! Sip on cocktails, mocktails, beer or wine while soaking in the awesome downtown Sisters view. 7-9pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Polyrhythmics— Goose After Show Seattle-based Polyrhythmics are celebrating 15 years of sonic exploration with the release of their highly anticipated new album, Life from Below (2025). Since forming in 2010, this seven-piece powerhouse has redefined instrumental music with a sound that blends funk, soul, psychedelic rock, R&B, and Afrobeat into a kaleidoscope of rhythm. 10:30pm. $20.

31 Saturday

Austin Mercantile Saturday Afternoon Live Music Austin Mercantile is now adding live music on Saturdays! Serving wine, beer, lite happy hour menu, gifts and home decor. Hope to see you soon! 4:30-6:30pm. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Skillethead Setting roots in the high and dry Central Oregon desert, Skillethead calls forth the best of bluegrass old and new. They ground themselves firmly in the bluegrass traditions of driving fiddle tunes, layered harmonies, and single mics, all the while weaving in inspiration and originality. 8pm. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Commonwealth DJ Dance Party with TRUNORTH Join TRUNORTH as he makes his way down from the 49th parallel, spinning the latest and greatest, raising the bar on this year’s playoff season. Join him Friday and Saturday nights at The Commonwealth Pub and cheer on the beats from soul, to funk, to today’s hits. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Super Secret Comedy Show We’re bringing together some of our absolute favorite comedians—both local legends and out-of-town heavy hitters—for a night packed with laughs, good vibes, and maybe a few surprises. Whether you’re rolling in with your crew, a date, or just looking for a fun night out, this is the place to be. 8pm. $10-$15.

Drake Park Ecochella The Deschutes Youth Climate Coalition proudly presents Ecochella: A Community Justice Celebration. This will be a fun, community-building event, centering climate justice and connected movements for human rights. Drake Park has never looked so cool, resistance has never been so fun. There will be music, bubbles, and dancing! 3-7pm. Free.

Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe D/L SEXTET with Blake and the Music Live recording, limited seating—upstairs access only. Get tix early! 6:30-9pm. $35.

Faith, Hope & Charity Vineyards Live at the Vineyard: Pete Kartsounes Based out of Bend, OR, Pete Kartsounes is an award-winning singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso that has been bringing his eclectic style and smokey soulful voice to stages all around the world for over two decades. As an artistic renaissance man, Pete has an eye for beauty in sound and sight, 6-9pm. $15.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater The Black Keys: No Rain No Flowers The American rock duo, The Black Keys, comes to Bend with its blues, alternative and indie-rock music. 7pm. $55.

McKenzie General Store & Obsidian Grill Eric Leadbetter at McKenzie General Store McKenzie General Store loves being able to provide free family friendly live music to our community of locals, adventures and travelers alike! With our outdoor beirgarden, restaurant and general store we’re sure to have all you need for an unforgettable evening! 6-9pm. Free.

River’s Place FunkShui Just some guys who love to create funk music. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Chained To Stone A dynamic ‘90s grunge cover band bringing the iconic sounds of the era to life with their authentic performances. From the gritty riffs of Nirvana and iconic vocals of Alice in Chains, to the emotive melodies of Stone Temple Pilots. 7am. $10/$15.

Volcanic Theatre Pub The Teacher Show It makes sense that some of our best local comedians are teachers—the profession definitely requires an ironclad sense of humor. Grab a hall pass and head to this stand-up showcase, which will focus on classroom dynamics relayed by real-life educators and funny folks. 7pm. $25.

Wildwood Bar & Grill Broken Top Bluegrass Broken Top Bluegrass is a Central Oregon quartet featuring Sonja Bohr (fiddle), Vern Johnson (bass), Garret Leon (mandolin) and Maxx Lopez (guitar). With a combined trifecta of traditional tunes, bluegrass and primordial oozegrass, Broken Top seeks to create a new original sound intertwined with the traditions of stringband music. 7-10pm. Free.

1 Sunday

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Trivia Night Sunday Funday Trivia with Sean. Gather your team, or roll solo and find a spot early in the cafe, knowledge tests begin at 6pm. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place. 6-8pm. Free.

The Commonwealth Pub Head Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Live multi-media trivia every Sunday @ 6pm. The Commonwealth Pub - Bend Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to 6. 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place The Brainy Brunch Trivia! Useless Knowledge Bowl Trivia presents “The Brainy Brunch!” Bring your crew of friends or family and a pen/pencil! Play for fun and gift cards, play for free! Experienced, independent, locally owned and operated! Noon. Free.

River’s Place Sakoyana Jazz-funk band from Sonoma County, California. Strives to balance tight compositional structures with improvisation and joyful noise. 5-7pm. Free.

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

2 Monday

Bunk+Brew Backyard Open Mic Mondays

Bring the energy and hit the stage! Sing, rap, tell jokes or vibe out with the crowd. Killer eats from food carts and beer truck flowing all night. 6-10pm. Free.

The Capitol Conan Neutron & the Secret Friends, the Kronk Men, -ether + Vacancy Floor The Way of the Neutron: mini-anthems for overwhelming and far too interesting times, defiant fight songs for those counted out or not counted at all. Still here. Still operating. 5:50pm. $15.

The Commonwealth Pub Monday Night Musicians Showcase: Hosted by FAFO Come showcase your sound, discover fresh talent and enjoy a night of incredible live music. Hosted by Funk Around & Find Out, we’re creating a space where musicians can stretch out, jam, tighten up or spark something new. Full backline provided. 6-9pm. Free.

Crux Fermentation Project Trivia Night @ Crux Trivia Night at Crux! First place team wins a $25 gift card! 6-8pm. Free.

Elixir Winery and Tasting Room Locals Music Night and Open Mic Bend’s friendliest open-mic! All genres welcome. Oregon and international wine, beer and tapas menu available all evening. 6-9pm. Free.

Immersion Brewing Open Mic hosted by Bend Comedy All performance types are welcome! All ages are welcome to attend and perform! All acts are eligible to audition to perform in a future Bend Comedy show! 7-9pm. Free. JC’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Karaoke kicks off at 8pm with our awesome host Van! Come early to get a prime seat. Happy hour lasts all day and our pool tables are free Mondays. 2 & 8pm. Free.

On Tap Locals’ Day Plus Live Music Cheaper drinks all day and live music at night, get down to On Tap. 11am-9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Beertown Comedy Open Mic Voted #1 Open Mic and Locals Night, Beertown Comedy’s Open Mic happens every Monday at Silver Moon Brewing. Free to watch and perform! Sign-ups at 6:30pm, show at 7pm. With 20 spots available, bring your best jokes and get noticed for paid gigs. Laughter guaranteed! 6:30-9pm. Free.

Bend-based acoustic duo Honey Don’t plays mostly originals based on the folk tradition. The husband-andwife team bring their compelling tunes to Rivers Place Thu., May 29, 6pm.

Courtesy Honey Don't FB

THURSDAY MAY 29

FRIDAY JUNE 6

THURSDAY JUNE 19

THURSDAY JUNE 12

THURSDAY JUNE 26

WELCOME TO

Bend’s summer concert series is here—live music, local eats, and nonstop fun under the open sky! Grab a drink, hit the dance floor, and soak in the vibes as the sun sets over Alpenglow Park. Whether you're here for the beats, the bites, or the glowing excitement of the Kids Glow Run, every Thursday night is a chance to celebrate, connect, and make unforgettable summer memories.

(Hey and its free admission)

DRINK LINEUP FOOD

The Bob The Corndog Co

Adamo’s Carnival Eats

Beyond Borders Food Truck

Queens of Kettle Corn

Southern Accent

Dippin Dots

OUR 2025 MUSIC LINEUP

Each week, we feature a diverse range of artists — everything from indie rock to folk, funk, and more. Regardless of your music tastes, Alpenglow Nights has something for you! special Friday night show!

THURSDAY MAY 29

THE MUDDY SOULS

are a leading progressive/jamgrass band based in Eugene, OR featuring original songs, virtuosic improvisation, tight vocal harmonies, and a high-octane groove that always has the dance floor bouncing.

FRIDAY JUNE 6

PETE KARTSOUNES

is an award winning singer-songwriter, flat picker, and cutting-edge musician’s musician, No stranger to life out on the road, Pete has spent over two decades bringing his voice and guitar to stages all over the world.

MAMA’S BOY Funk/hip hop/rap fusion to get the dance floor moving!

SEAN DALY & THE SHAMS

play Irish rebel music with a modern twist, honoring the heroes of Ireland through powerful songs of freedom, history, and homeland. Their high-energy performances blend traditional rebel tunes with fresh arrangements, keeping the spirit of Irish resistance alive on the West Coast and beyond.

PRECIOUS BYRD

is one of the most sought after bands in the Pacific Northwest. Voted #1 Party Band in Oregon multiple years running they have played for brands like Nike, Deschutes Brewery, Pendleton Whiskey, and more! Their fresh renditions of modern and classic hits, along with a number of high energy originals are sure to fill the dance floor and get people on their feet!

THURSDAY JUNE 12

THURSDAY JUNE 19

THE COPPER CHILDREN

are a unique blend of styles and influences that span from the choral sounds of American gospel music to the psychedelic acid jam fueled sounds of the 60s. Live they take you into your heart space, conjuring the spirit of unity, freedom, silliness, and love, with harmonies and rhythms that remind us of our shared humanity.

IRON PROPHECY

Born from all walks of life, brought together in one corner of the globe to spread the love of reggae music back outward to the world. Iron Prophecy brings a Roots Reggae vibe to the stage, seeded with a deep lyrical message about love and unity.

THURSDAY JUNE 26

ELISE FRANKLIN QUARTET

The Elise Franklin Quartet, a group of experienced musicians playing jazz standards and Latin, is led by Elise Franklin on vocals and Jack Krouscup on piano.

SABROSO

Latin to Funk and everything between. “Sabroso”, meaning flavorful in Spanish. Dance floors will move and groove to the sophisticated Latin rhythms and steady funky soul pulse of Sabroso.

FAMILY FUN ZONE KIDS GLOW RUN:

Kids can enjoy the dedicated play area, featuring bounce houses and other fun activities to keep the little ones entertained

Kick off the Alpenglow Nights concert series with a burst of energy, laughter, and glowing fun atour very first

Kids Glow Runp presented by COPA! Join us on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 5:00PM for a glowing good time before the music starts

MARKETPLACE VENDORS

The Barrel Room at Immersion Brewing Voiceless: Immersive Event Join voice coach and vocal expert Deena Kamm for a transformative experience that goes beyond singing. Explore how your voice works, what happens when it doesn’t and discover the powerful physical and emotional connections influenced by societal pressures. 5-8pm.

The Barrel Room at Immersion Brewing Public Rock Choir Come sing your face off in a fun, no-stress group where all skill levels can get loud with a live band and group singing. Rock and pop songs only. If you love to sing, but don’t want to sing alone, we are your people! No experience or skill required. First Monday of every month, 6-8pm. $20.

3 Tuesday

The Astro Lounge Karaoke Get here early to put your name on the list! Drink specials every night. 9pm-2am. Free.

Bunk+Brew Backyard Trivia Tuesdays! Big brains, cold beers, bragging rights! Battle it out under the stars with rotating trivia themes and epic prizes. Grab food from the food carts and drinks from the beer truck. Think you’ve got what it takes? 7-9pm. Free.

The Capitol The Capitol Karaoke Music Weekly Karaoke at its finest! Central Oregon’s premiere karaoke experience has just moved locations! Now at the Capitol! Drink specials! Air guitars! Come see for yourself. 8pm-1am. Free.

The Cellar Open Mic Open mic at The Cellar hosted by Mari! 6-8pm and all are welcome! 6-8pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Open Mic StoryTellers open mic nights are full of music, laughs and community. Mason James is the host. Poetry, comedy and spoken word are welcome, but this is mainly a musical open mic. Performance slots are a quick 10 minutes each, so being warmed up and ready is ideal. If you wish to perform sign-ups start at 5pm in the cafe. 6pm. Free.

Elements Public House Trivia Tuesdays at Elements Public House UKB Trivia is experienced, independent, locally owned and operated! Team up to win house gift cards! 7pm. Free.

M&J Tavern Karaoke Sing your heart out in downtown’s living room. 8pm-Midnight. Free.

Mountain Burger Trivia Tuesday at Mountain Burger Come to Trivia Tuesday at Mountain Burger! Fun and prizes await! 7:30-9pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Karaoke with DJ Chris Ossig Karaoke with DJ Chris. 7-9pm. Free.

Open Space Event Studios Beginner Comedy Improvisation Ready to grow, laugh and surprise yourself? This beginner improv class at Bend Institute Of Comedy is a fun, supportive space to explore creativity, build confidence and connect with yourself and others. No experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to play. 6:30-8:30pm. $250.

Pinky G’s Pizzeria TRIVIA NIGHT Test your knowledge in a casual/laid-back atmosphere. Pizza, beer and trivia. Free to play and prizes for 1st and 2nd place. 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Bingo! Have fun, win $$ and support a local nonprofit organization. Cards $1-$5. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Quiet Winter & Brass Jaguar Alberta’s own Quiet Winter brings their creative ambient vibes to Silver Moon Brewing. Also performing, Bend locals Brass Jaguar. 6:30pm. $13.

MUSIC

Breedlove Warehouse Sale Breedlove Guitars invites you to support local artisans and their hand-crafted instruments at our Spring Warehouse Sale. Save up to 50% on handcrafted guitars and enter to win one of three hand selected for a raffle! May 31, 10am-2pm. Breedlove Facility, 61573 American Loop, Bend. Contact: 541-385-8339. info@tohguitars.com. Free.

COCC Big Band Jazz Spring Concert

Central Oregon Jazz is dedicated to bringing classic and modern big-band jazz music to audiences of all ages. We are affiliated with COCC. May 30, 7-9pm. Central Oregon Community College, 2600 NW College Way, Bend. Contact: 541383-7700. info@centraloregonjazz.org. Free.

HDCM Pop-Up Concert: Spotlight

Chamber Players A string quartet, violin duo and cello/guitar duo will perform works by Bach, Telemann, Mozart and more! Join us in the backyard of Looney Bean Coffee for a fun afternoon of chamber music. May 31, 2-3pm. Looney Bean, 961 NW Brooks St., Bend. Contact: https://www. facebook.com/share/1RGbPP7R1p/. mark@ highdesertchambermusic.com. Free.

Spotlight Chamber Players Students from High Desert Chamber Music’s Educational Outreach program present a free evening of chamber music. A string quartet, violin duo and voice/guitar duo will perform pieces by Bach, Telemann, Mozart, Villa-Lobos and more. June 1, 7-7:45pm. Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village, 19800 SW Touchmark Way, Bend. Contact: 541306-3988. Free.

DANCE

Adult Ballet Class Come learn or rediscover the art of ballet on Tuesday nights! Adult Ballet is an open-level class for adult learners and dancers. Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 and 6:45-7:45pm. Acadamie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 541-3824055. dance@ abcbend.com. Varies: Drop-ins $25, 4-Pack or Register receives a discount!.

Adult Jazz Dance Community Class Join nonprofit Bend Dance Project for intermediate level adult jazz drop-in dance classes. Friendly supportive atmosphere. Get your dance on! Fridays, 12:15-1:45pm. Acadamie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 408-857-6773. jcliff@gmail.com. $10 donation.

Argentine Tango Classes and Social Dancing Tango 101 lesson at 6:30pm, followed by a práctica from 7:15-9:30pm. All levels welcome. Check Facebook for latest info. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 901-550-5671. aneezerk@gmail.com. $10.

Ashes to Origins Ashes to Origins is a modern dance show, showcasing works from multiple choreographers. The pieces cohesively join together to create a story of destruction, but leave you with a glimmer of hope. Doors open 30 minutes before start time. May 31, 3:30 and 7pm. Iconic Dance, 211 NE Revere #6, Bend. Contact: 2083409112. furthermvmtcollective@gmail.com. $20.

Bend Dance Project Adult Community Drop-in Class Join nonprofit Bend Dance Project for an adult intermediate level drop-in dance class. Styles include classic jazz, street jazz, modern and lyrical. Teachers and styles rotate monthly. Supportive and welcoming atmosphere! Suggested donation $10. Fridays, 12:15-1:45pm. Acadamie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 541-7281063. dancevelocity@live.com. $10.

Fire Line Dancing Lessons Free dance lessons each Tuesday night, alternating between swing and line dance sessions. Basic steps, fun for beginner and intermediate dancers. Great for all ages! Tuesdays, 7-8pm. Through Sept. 30. Blacksmith Public House, 308 SW Evergreen Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-604-8878. Free. Golden Legends Champion Skills Challenge Get ready for a sizzling extravaganza as top local and regional performers compete in a burlesque skills challenge. The stakes are high, as the winners could secure a coveted spot in the national competition Las Vegas! Artistry, seduction and showmanship at its finest. May 31, 7:30 and 8:30pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: 725-207-4330. goldenlegendsbng@gmail.com. $25.

FILM EVENTS

No Man’s Land Film Festival No Man’s Land Film Festival, the adventure film festival for women & gender non-conforming athletes and storytellers, announces its World Tour succeeding its 10th Annual Flagship Film Festival. Presented by Mountain Hardwear with additional support from deuter, Fat Tire, Chronicle Cinema. The tour showcases 6 unique film programs, 60 Films May 29, 6:30pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $15.

ARTS + CRAFTS

Art Viewing Visit Sagebrushers Art Society in beautiful Bend to see lovely work, paintings and greeting cards by local artists. New exhibit every 8 weeks. Visit Sagebrushersartofbend.com for information on current shows. Wednesdays, 1-4pm, Fridays, 1-4pm and Saturdays, 1-4pm. Sagebrushers Art Society, 117 SW Roosevelt Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-617-0900. Free.

Barbara Cella Art at Touchmark at Pilot Butte This show focuses on Barbara Cella’s plein air paintings, completed outdoors, on-site. Using acrylics, Barbara seeks to capture the energy and atmosphere surrounding her as she paints the scene. Her paintings can be viewed through May in the mezzanine gallery. April 2-May 31. Touchmark at Pilot Butte, 1125 NE Watt Way, Bend. Contact: 541-238-6101. barbara@barbaracella.com. Free.

Ceramic Seconds Sale A sale of pottery and ceramic creations that have some extra personality! Handmade here at Camp Clay in Bend, these pieces are beautiful, funky and still functional. A great chance to get local handmade pottery at a discount! May 31, 10am-5pm. Camp Clay Bend, 147 NE Olney Ave, Bend. Contact: 808-269-9992. kara@campclay.studio. Free.

DIYcave 10 Year Anniversary Celebration! It’s hard to believe — DIYcave is celebrating 10 years of making, building and creativity in Bend! To mark the occasion, we’re throwing a party and you’re invited. Come take a tour of the shop, connect with our amazing maker community and enjoy an exclusive discount. May 31, 10am-4pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. classes@diycave. com. Free.

Open Studio Presenters for this event include writer Liza Birnbaum, interdisciplinary artist Kaitlin Santoro and painter Krista Schoening. May 29, 4-6pm. Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Rd., Sisters. Contact: 541-904-0700. inquiries@ roundhousefoundation.org. Free.

Paint Your Partner You will sit across from one another and paint. Sloane will walk you through her tips and techniques and then you’ll be off and creating a masterpiece! May 30, 7-9pm. Flying Horse Gallery, 161 South Elm Street, Sisters. Contact: 5419040159. info@ flyinghorsegallery.com. $45.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

“Of Faith and the Human Experience” by Taylor Manoles Makin’ It Local is honored to feature original paintings and fine art prints by Taylor Manoles, an oil painter who lives in Bend. Her artwork explores themes of faith and the human experience through contemporary landscapes. June 1-July 31, 10am-6pm. Makin’ It Local, 281 W Cascade Avenue, Sisters. Contact: 541-904-4722. Free.

THEATER

Plays Out Loud: “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” Have you ever wanted to dip a toe in the theatre world? Participate in a reader’s theatre: a lowstress reading with script in hand, where we’ll take on characters from the play. Tennessee William’s classic, infused with themes of lying, mortality and sexuality, won the 1955 Pulitzer Prize in Drama. June 3, 5:30-7:30pm. Downtown Bend Library, 601 Northwest Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-3121029. laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

WORDS

Author Gordon Nagai Author Gordon Nagai shares his family’s story of incarceration during WWII. June 1, 2-3pm. Downtown Bend Library, 601 Northwest Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-350-3537. lizg@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Rediscovered Reads Book Club We will discuss “The Ten Thousand Doors of January” by Alix E. Harrow. May 28, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Virginia’s Apple by Judith Barrington Join Judith Barrington—poet, essayist, writing instructor, feminist, LGBTQ activist, and winner of the Lambda Book Award—to discuss her memoir collection, Virginia’s Apple, “a nod to love, feminism and Virginia Woolf.” The 14 literary memoirs collected in Virginia’s Apple explore pivotal episodes across poet and writer Judith Barrington’s life. May 29, 6:30-7:30pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-306-6564. julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. $5.

Leon Bridges crafts modern soul with a timeless edge—smooth, stirring and unmistakably his own. Sun., June 1, 6:30pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Courtesy Leon Bridges FB

CALENDAR EVENTS ETC.

Ribbon Cutting for The Latino Community Association—May 30 Join us for a Ribbon Cutting at the 25th Anniversary celebration of The Latino Community Association! Enjoy food, drinks, music, cake and a walk-through LCA’s history to celebrate major milestones! May 30, 3-4pm. Latino Community Association, 2680 NE Twin Knolls Dr, Bend. Free.

Vinyl Night Get groovy with a beer and a meal while local DJ Rollin’ Dust works his magic with vinyl. Purchase from a wide selection of ever-changing vinyl music. Every other Monday, 5-8pm. Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541-633-7821. info@ imbrewing.com. Free.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

2025 Paddle Fest Tumalo Creek’s PaddleFest is your chance to test out the latest kayaks, canoes and paddleboards! Chat with industry experts, get personalized recommendations and find the perfect fit before you buy. May 31, 10amNoon. Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend. Contact: 541-317-9407. matt@tumalocreek.com. Free.

Bend Ultimate Summer League

Registration Bend Ultimate Frisbee Summer League registration is here! Please register by June 6—games start June 16 and run through Aug. 13. More information and how to register on our website. It’s going to be a great summer, come play with us! May 19-June 6. Pacific Crest Middle School, 3030 NW Elwood Ln., Bend. Contact: 607-437-9842. summer-league-2025admins@bend.ultimatecentral.com. $55-$85.

Bird Walk Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Coleen Pidgeon for a bird walk at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. With ponderosa pine forest, wet and dry meadows and a portion of Whychus Creek, the preserve is one of Central Oregon’s birding hot spots! June 1, 8am-Noon. Camp Polk Meadow Preserve, outside Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@deschuteslandtrust. org. Free.

Forest Restoration Tour Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Peter Cooper for a forest restoration tour at Paulina Creek Preserve. The Land Trust completed the first phase of forest restoration efforts at the Preserve this past winter. We will visit the restoration area to see how forest conditions have changed. May 29, 10amNoon. Paulina Creek Preserve, Paulina Lake Rd., La Pine. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@ deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Native Bee Walk Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Michele Sims for a native bee walk at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Explore the buzzing world of native bees as you wander through the late spring wildflowers of the Preserve. Discover what bees do all day (and night!), how they are connected to native plants. May 30, 11am-1pm. Whychus Canyon Preserve, outside Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541-330-0017. event@ deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

VOLUNTEER

Remond Family Kitchen Dinner Family Kitchen is continuing to provide nutritious meals to anyone in need, now in Redmond! Volunteers prepare dinners and clean up afterward. Email Tori with any questions or sign up here: https:// www.signupgenius.com/go/RedmondDinner Mondays-Fridays, 2-4:30pm. Mountain View Fellowship, 1475 SW 35th St, Redmond. Contact: 631-942-3528. tori@familykitchen.org. Free. Volunteer at the Bend ReStore If you want to help make affordable homeownership a reality for individuals and families in Central Oregon, consider volunteering at the Bend ReStore! Ongoing, 9am-5pm. Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 224 NE Thurston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-312-6709. Volunteer@brhabitat.org. Free.

Volunteer, Feed the Masses! At Family Kitchen, the mission is to serve anyone who needs nutritious meals in a safe and caring environment. They have tons of volunteer needs - servers, cooks, shoppers, and more. Groups and teams wanted! Monthly or quarterly opportunities! Visit familykitchen.org/volunteer to fill out a volunteer interest form. Mondays-Sundays. Family Kitchen, 231 NW Idaho, Bend. Contact: tori@familykitchen.org. Free.

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

GROUPS + MEETUPS

Adaptive Cycling Clinic Join stroke survivor and Spokes Fighting Strokes founder Dan Zimmerman for an adaptive trike meetup open to all abilities. Dan travels the country with 22 adaptive trikes, inviting people to experience what jumpstarted his recovery, freedom and confidence. His message: “Focus on your abilities, not your disabilities.” June 2, 10am-Noon. Pine Nursery Park, 3750 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: info@beyondstillness.org. Free.

Adaptive Cycling Meet Up Join stroke survivor and Spokes Fighting Strokes founder Dan Zimmerman for an adaptive trike meetup open to all abilities. Dan travels the country with 22 adaptive trikes, inviting people to experience what jumpstarted his recovery, freedom and confidence. His message: “Focus on your abilities, not your disabilities.” June 3, 10am-Noon. Pine Nursery Park, 3750 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: info@beyondstillness.org. Free.

Death Café Eat tasty treats, drink tea and discuss death. Free of agenda or ideology, the aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives. Facilitated by end of life doula, Cheryl Adcox. Ages 16+. No late admittance: entry is closed at 6:10pm. May 29, 6-7:30pm. Downtown Bend Library - Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St,, Bend. Contact: 541-3121029. laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

DHH COnnection Hub Summer Kick-Off Social This event promises to be a wonderful gathering for our local Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, featuring social activities and opportunities for connection. Families with DHH children from Warm Springs, Madras, Redmond, Prineville and Bend are expected to join. This is a space where students can build friendships and where families can form supportive relationships with others who share similar experiences. June 2, 4-6pm. Quince City Park, 1001 NW Quince Ave, Redmond. Free.

FUNDRAISING

19th Annual Community Baby Shower Through the entire month of May, Soroptimist International of Bend is holding the 19th Annual “Community Baby Shower” donation event. The club is asking for community donations of new or gently used baby items—clothing, blankets (crocheted or knitted, baby quilts), crocheted sweaters, hats, booties, baby socks, crib sheets. Sizes from newborn up to at least 12 months of age are appreciated. Seven drop-off locations throughout Bend, listed at https://sibend.org/ events/community-baby-shower. Hopscotch Kids, 1303 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Free. Senior Dog Prom Dress your pup up in their best western attire and get professional pictures taken, enter your dog to be on the prom court and vote for King and Queen! May 31, Noon-4pm. Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 NE Fourth St., Bend. Contact: 541-350-9115. silverliningsrescueranch@gmail.com. Free.

EVENTS

+ MARKETS

Garden Fair: Make Your Garden Magical Learn from local experts how to help pollinators, compost, grow vegetables in our climate, make seed bombs, conserve water and more! Join Deschutes Public Library and numerous community organizations for this fun, free event for novice to advanced gardeners alike. Bring a bucket to take home some compost! May 31, 11am-1pm. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-3121029. laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

The Black Keys are coming to Bend May 31 as part of its “No Rain, No Flowers” tour, with an album of the same name set to be released Aug. 8, 7pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Courtesy The Black Keys FB

FAMILY + KIDS

After School Membership Application Open to Kinder–8th graders, our after-school program is more than just safe, affordable care — it’s a place where kids thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. May 28, Noon. Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend, 500 NE Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-617-2877. jeffrey@bgcbend.org. Free. Healthy Tech Talk & Parent-Child Workshop This event is interactive, collaborative and provides opportunities for education, personal reflection and goal setting around individual and family tech use at home. Kids 7-11 welcome. Pizza & snacks provided. May 29, 5:307:30pm. First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: wearewellwired@gmail.com. Free.

FOOD + DRINK

Bend Farmers Market The Bend Farmers Market is a true farmers market dedicated to supporting the viability of local farmers, ranchers and food producers who offer fresh local produce, protein and farm products to the people of Central Oregon. Wednesdays, 11am-3pm. Through Oct. 9. Brooks Alley, downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: bendfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Free.

Farmers Market Farm-fresh produce straight from local growers! One-of-a-kind products: handmade, unique and full of character! Live music, food and beer—because Sundays should be fun! Free Community Booth supporting local nonprofits and initiatives! Sundays, 10am2pm. Through Sept. 28. Worthy Brewing - Main Pub and Brewery, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-241-6310. Free.

Redmond Farmers Market Discover the heart of our community at the Redmond Farmers Market! Fun for the whole family. Here, local farmers and artisans come together to share their passion for fresh produce, handmade goods and unique crafts. Fridays, 3-7pm. Through Aug. 29. Centennial Park, Evergreen, Between 7th and 8th St., Redmond. Contact: 541-570-8946. Harvesthouseevents.rdm@gmail.com. Free. Sunriver Farmers Market Discover a wide variety of fresh, farm-to-table products from dedicated local vendors. From freshly butchered meats to seasonal produce, there’s something for everyone. Thursdays, 10am-2pm. Through Aug. 28. Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver. Free.

BEER + DRINK

$10 Coffee + Breakfast Burrito Fridays Your Fridays just got an upgrade! Introducing our breakfast burrito and coffee special with our besties, Bend Breakfast Burrito. Every Friday you can get a breakfast burrito + 16oz drip coffee (or 12oz cold brew) for just $10. Fridays, 7:30-11:30am. Boss Rambler Coffee, 1009 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. $10.

$10 Wing Wednesdays A new weekly special: $10 Wing Wednesdays at Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market. Choose from one of the house-made sauces like Char Sui, This IPA BBQ and Spicy Staycay Pineapple or go naked! Wednesdays, 11am-9pm. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend. $16 Fish Taco and House Margarita Fridays Join for 3 fish tacos and a house margarita for only $16 every Friday at Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market. Fridays, 11am-9pm. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend.

Apres Ski Happy Hour Swing by Sunriver Brewing Co, Galveston Pub for $5 pints of award-winning craft beer and enjoy our Apres Ski, happy hour food and drink specials weekly 3-5pm. Cheers, Galveston Pub. Mondays-Fridays, 3-5pm. Through June 30. Sunriver Brewing Co. - Galveston Pub, 1005 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Free.

Blind Pinot Noir Tasting Experience

Join us for an interactive and educational wine-tasting experience. Delight your senses with a mystery selection of four exquisite Pinot Noirs, learn the basics of blind tasting with our knowledgeable Winery Ambassador, and put your skills to the test with a fun challenge of guessing what you’re sipping. Fridays, 2-3:30pm. Through May 31. Willamette Valley Vineyards, 916 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-306-6000. bend@wvv.com. $25.

Community Pint Nights w/ CASA of Central Oregon Stop by the Apothecary every Thursday in May to raise a pint to CASA of Central Oregon and partake in some good ol’ card games! Attend every single pint night in May to be entered in a raffle for some awesome swag! Join us in celebrating this great cause! Thursdays, 4-7pm. Through May 30. The Ale Apothecary Tasting Room, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: taryn@thealeapothecary.com. Free.

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

Educators & Nurses Apprecation Day

We’re raising a glass to those who give so much! Join us for Nurses & Educators Day, where we show appreciation for the heroes in scrubs and classrooms. 50% off all beers and ciders for nurses and educators every Tuesday. Tuesdays. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend. Contact: 458-836-7866. jesse@cascadelakes.com. Free.

Firkin Friday @ The Monkless Brasserie Join us at The Monkless Brasserie for Firkin Friday! Once a month, our masterful Brewers concoct innovative & enticing cask ales designed exclusively for The Brasserie. These unique brews are carefully poured straight out of our stainless steel cask, offering our guests a rare and delightful experience. May 30, 11:30am10pm and May 31, 11:30am-10pm. Monkless Belgian Ales - Brasserie, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: 541-797-6760. Free.

Flannel Friday Happy Hour Come on down in your Northwest best for Happy Hour! 4-6pm every Friday. $2 off drafts, $1 off everything else. Fridays, 4-6pm. Contact: taryn@ thealeapothecary.com. Free.

Friday Happy Hour Tapas & Wine Kick off the weekend the right way! Every Friday from 4pm on, swing by for a relaxing and social evening at Elixir Wine. $10 wine specials by the glass and $2 off regular glass pours, including our own Oregon & Washington wines. Fridays, 4-7pm. Elixir Winery and Tasting Room, 11 NW Lava Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-388-5330. tastingroom@ elixirwinegroup.com. Free.

Happy Hour Every Day Make every afternoon a little brighter with a hint of British charm at The Commonwealth Pub! From 3-5pm, enjoy drink specials and a cozy pub vibe that’s perfect for winding down. $3 PBRs $5 RPMs $6 Margaritas $7 Wine Happy Hour bites from Whappos! Mondays-Sundays, 3-5pm. Through Dec. 18. The Commonwealth Pub, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-668-6200. thecommonwealthpubevents@gmail.com. Free.

Industry Appreciation Day! 20% off for all Industry friends every Wednesday from 2-8pm! Wednesdays, 2-8pm. Contact: taryn@ thealeapothecary.com. Free.

Industry Night Every Sunday is Industry Night! If you’re a bartender, server, chef, cook - anyone in the biz - come unwind with: $5 Hornitos or Monopolowa, $7.50 draft domestic beer + well whiskey, and $3.50 tallboys & $10 man-mosas (on special for all!). You work hard-cheers to you! Sundays-Noon-2am. JC’s Bar & Grill, 642 NW Franklin Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-383-3000. jcsbend@gmail.com. Free.

Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience Unlock the “secrets” of wine tasting at our educational seminar where you will learn how to professionally evaluate wine based on its unique components. You’ll enjoy a guided tasting of four carefully selected wines, each chosen to highlight a distinct aspect of the wine-tasting process. Saturdays, 4-5:30pm. Through July 31. Willamette Valley Vineyards, 916 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-306-6000. bend@wvv.com. $50.

Locals Day! Locals Day at the Ale! $2 off drafts and $1 off wine and cider! Wednesdays, 2pm. The Ale Apothecary Tasting Room, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact: taryn@thealeapothecary.com. Free.

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

Locals’ Night at WaypointBBC Locals’ Night at WaypointBBC! $5 draft beer, $8 house red and white wine and $8 specialty cocktail. Tuesdays, Noon-10pm. Waypoint, 921 NW Mt Washington Dr., Bend. Contact: 458-206-0826. Waypointbbc@gmail.com. Free.

Power Hour Come check out our new Power Hour deals: $3 draft Coors Light, $5 draft beer, food cart specials that will make your taste buds dance! Mondays-Thursdays-Sundays, 8-9pm. Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 NE Fourth St., Bend. Contact: 458-256-5454. midtownyachtclub@ gmail.com. Free.

Tour of Oregon Elevated Flight Experience Embark on a wine-tasting tour through our state’s diverse vineyards in honor of Oregon Wine Month in May. Enjoy a curated selection of four exceptional single-vineyard designate Pinot Noirs from renowned growing regions across Oregon, in addition to a unique blend of wines from our finest vineyards. May 7-8, 5:45-7:15pm and May 7-June 8, 3-4:30pm. Willamette Valley Vineyards, 916 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541306-6000. bend@wvv.com. $30.

Wine Mondays! Every Monday night all glasses of wine are $9! This is an opportunity to try wines from our vast wine list all night long and pair with either tasty small plates or delicious dishes by creative chef Nikki Munk. Mondays, 4-9pm. Portello Wine and Spirits, 2754 NW Crossing Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-385-1777. admin@portellowinecafe.com. Free.

Wings + TRIVIA + Whiskey Enjoy $0.75 wings, $4.50 well whiskey, $6 seven & sevens while testing your knowledge with Trivia, hosted by our amazing Cole! Take on our infamous “physical” challenge - think paper airplanes, musical chairs, limbo etc! Come eat, drink and bring your A-game! Wednesdays, 7pm. JC’s Bar & Grill, 642 NW Franklin Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-3833000. jcsbend@gmail.com. Free.

Yappy Hour at the Crater Lake Spirits Tasting Room A dog-friendly happy hour with craft cocktails, free pup cups and a spacious dog park. Enjoy sunshine, sips and tail wags all summer long. All friendly, social dogs welcome. Leashes required outside the dog park. See you there! Thursdays, 3-5:30pm. Through Aug. 28. Crater Lake Spirits Distillery Tasting Room, 19330 Pinehurst Rd., Tumalo. Contact: 541-3180200. socialmedia@craterlakespirits.com. Free.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

Access Bars and Body Process Gifting and Receiving Did you know your body’s first language is energy? Group trade of Access Bars and Body Processes is a great way to connect with others in the area and receive! If you have taken a Bars or Body Process class, join! What’s possible if we receive bodywork regularly? Everything! First Tuesday of every month, 5-7pm. The Blissful Heart Hidden Garden, 105 NW Greeley Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-848-7608. jenniferevemorey@gmail.com. Free.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions A free, 6-session, evidence-based workshop for those with chronic or limiting health conditions and caregivers. Learn self-management techniques to better handle daily challenges and improve wellbeing. Wednesdays, Noon-3pm. Through June 18. Council on Aging of Central Oregon Senior Services Center, 1036 Northeast 5th Street, Bend. Contact: 541-678-5483. councilonaging. Free.

Queer In Nature: Community Sit Spot & Meditation Find solace in nature and recharge, rest and reconnect with fellow queer folx. In these turbulent times, we need community practices that nourish our bodies, minds, hearts and souls. Mon, June 2, 6-7pm and Mon, June 16, 6-7pm. Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend. Contact: mindy@rootedpresence.com. Free.

Weekly Yoga at Drake Park Join Emily for a 60-minute, donation-based class at Drake Park! This is a weekly class. All levels and experiences are both welcomed and encouraged to come. This is a slow flow with the intention of connecting with yourself, nature and community! Reservations are required! Tuesdays, 5-6pm. Through Sept. 30. Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-668-6132. DoYogaOutside@gmail.com. Donation based.

Brad Paisley is in his third decade of a decorated musical career. Blending heart, humor and standout guitar work—he’s still bringing a fresh edge to country music. Thu., May 29, 6:30pm at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Courtesy Brad Paisley FB

Thank you for your vote!

Nathan Hovekamp, Bend Park & Recreation District Board

GUNG HO

By Nic Moye

Inaugural Bend Blues Fest

The longest day of the year will jam into the night

Tguitar riffs. Cain says he was inspired by B.B. King and Albert King. He’s scheduled to hit the stage at 8:30pm.

his year the summer solstice will be filled with the blues. Silver Moon Brewing is hosting its first Bend Blues Fest on June 21. Two outdoor stages will feature a lineup of local musicians starting at 2pm.

Last October, Silver Moon launched a monthly Blues Revival after a regular performer at Sunday night open mic requested it, Jeshua Marshall from Silver Moon told the Source. Chicago Bob Dougherty wanted to focus musical energy around his roots in Chicago and the blues. Marshall says the success from that led them to a partnership creating this inaugural Blues Fest.

“The lineup of musicians is primarily Bend residents. Deep musical talent has found its way here to Bend and this event will showcase incredible blues talent you never knew was living right here,” Marshall says. “Many of these players enjoyed professional music careers and some are waiting to be discovered as the next force in the blues.”

Chris Cain is headlining the event. The blues guitarist travels all over the world performing. He’s released more than a dozen albums and is known for deep vocals and jazz-inspired, blues

Other performers include Thomas T & the Blue Chips playing Chicago and Texas-style blues. Brother Gabe Trio, Funk Around and Find Out, a high-energy funk/fusion ensemble, Catfish Stu, Ben Johnson, and the Bend Blues Revival All Stars round out the lineup. The Gospel Brunch Band kicks things off at 2pm.

“We plan on making the longest day of the year ring out with the energy the blues evokes. Fusion/blues dancers have been showing up for the revivals and we anticipate this to be a big dance party too!” Marshall says.

Bend Blues Fest

June 21, 2pm

Silver Moon Brewing 24 NW Greenwood, Bend bendsource.com/bend/bend-blues-fest/ Event?oid=23016439 $20 +fees

Top left, legendary blues guitarist, Chris Cain, is the star attraction. Top right, Brother Gabe. Bottom, Thomas T and the Blue Chips.

Courtesy Thomas T and the Blue Chips

Courtesy Brother Gabe Laura Carbone

Cravings Change, Love Doesn’t Bo’s Gets a Glow-Up

By Dakota Angvall

Bo’s Falafel Bar on SW Century Drive has been a bright spot in Bend’s culinary scene for the past several years, dishing out golden falafel and good vibes in equal measure. But starting June 4, the local favorite is pivoting — literally and deliciously. The eatery is rebranding as Bo’s Bagels, marking the end of one chapter and the start of another rooted in heritage, flavor and community.

Originally opened as a Mediterranean-inspired food truck featuring falafel, hummus, and fresh toppings, Bo’s built a loyal following with its creative menu, casual warmth, and open-door philosophy. The name itself has humble origins. “Bo’s is named after my dog,” owner Sierra Phillips laughs. “Nothing rhymed with falafel at the time.”

But running a Mediterranean kitchen in Central Oregon has come with challenges, especially in recent years. “All the imported ingredients have gone from 50 to 200%,” she says. “So we’re rebranding to being just Bo’s Bagels.” The change, though bittersweet, makes room for something already established and adored: handmade, small-batch bagels.

The transition brings opportunity, not just for efficiency, but for creativity. “How I come up with new items is driven by cravings,” Phillips admits. “I will get obsessed and fixate on something.” Luckily, she’s not doing it alone. “My staff are really rad and full of ideas. I trust their quality.”

The bagels have become a crowd favorite as it is at Bo’s, with customers returning for more and more until their daily production merited a change in the focus. “We use a three-day process so it’s really a labor of love,” Phillips explains. Once customers got a taste of Bo’s bagels, demand took off — and so did the batch size. “Now we make several hundred a day.” It’s a craft rooted in culture. The bagel, created as a Jewish delicacy during times of harsh oppression, has an entirely different identity at Bo’s.

One debate Phillips still has fun with? The hole in the bagel. While it still exists in Bo’s bagels, she likes to let them rise a little bit more in the middle for the love of the cream cheese. “… I hate losing cream cheese through it.” Most would not hesitate to agree that any effort to preserve every last bit of cream cheese is a positive idea.

Bo’s Bagels will feature a streamlined menu: bagels, sandwiches, and

salads, with a few holdovers. “The garden sauce will stay… We’ll keep our fries because people love them,” she says. “And we’ll have falafel as a special from time to time.”

The shift also promises more time for special events that made Bo’s stand out from the start. Events like Socially Awkward Bingo. “We only did it once,” Phillips says, but the hope is to have more time for extracurriculars like this when the simpler menu is on its feet.

In the past, Bo’s has proudly hosted Drag Brunches — not just as promotions, but as unforgettable celebrations. While the business continues to evolve and time grows tight, Bo’s still makes space to support its queens, by catering outside events when they can’t host in-house. These performances, paired with bold, flavorful food, are a vivid reminder that Bo’s isn’t just about eating, it’s about celebrating. Always has been.

That spirit of inclusivity is a core part of Bo’s brand. Known for its colorful, joyful vibe and offbeat sense of humor. Bo’s proudly uses social media slogans like, “you CAN sit with us.” It’s that same warmth that keeps customers coming back and will undoubtedly carry Bo’s Bagels into its next phase.

The transformation is already underway. “We have all new equipment coming in tomorrow,” Phillips says, hinting at the quiet buzz behind the scenes. An announcement is expected soon. “June 1 will be the last day of Bo’s Falafel as everyone knows it, and June 4 will be Bo’s Bagels.”

As the shop closes one chapter and begins another, its mission stays the same: to serve flavorful, craveable food in a place where everyone feels welcome. From falafel dreams to bagel magic, Bo’s is still serving what matters most: comfort, connection, and a seat for everyone at the table.

Bo’s Falafel Wed.-Sun. 8am-2pm

70 SW Century Dr., Bend bosbendoregon.com

Top, Bo's very own Socially Awkward Bingo host. Bottom left, bagel sandwiches in a vast variety. Bottom right, sausage egg and cheese breakfast sandwich.

Photos by Sierra Phillips

C LITTLE BITES

Double Patty Two new burger spots open in Bend

Summer often means barbecues with burgers on the grill. Perhaps that’s why the timing of two new hamburger restaurants opening in Bend seems so perfect. CHOW Burger and Americana are both serving up patties at reasonable prices.

CHOW Burger is Back!

Two

years after closing, the restaurant returns in a new location

By Nic Moye

After closing during the pandemic, CHOW Burger is making a comeback. Originally located near The Lot, the burger joint has re-opened inside CHOW on Newport Avenue in the evenings. Owner David Touvell says the menu is the same as before with burgers, fries and milkshakes. CHOW Burger is currently open 4:30-9pm Wednesday through Sunday, but Touvell says he does plan on opening seven days a week soon.

He explains that CHOW Burger closed in 2023 because it was too expensive to keep upgrading the property at the time. “During Covid they kept changing requirements for outdoor seating and sidewalk tables, so we lost our ability to seat outside tables and grow,” he told the Source. “There was also a sushi bar we built that we were never able to open right next to CHOW Burger because of the changes the city kept making. This was very difficult for us.”

He acknowledges the restaurant business in Bend is quickly changing. “We are aware of too many new seats and a tourism industry slowdown consistently in the last three years.” He says other obstacles include higher costs for product, labor, utilities and rent as well as road construction and no direct route from the east.

Touvell also owns Cottonwood Cafe in Sisters and has a consulting company that builds designs and supports hotels, restaurants and breweries. He says community support for CHOW Burger has been strong so far and he’s optimistic about the future, saying he’s working to keep prices low for customers.

CHOW Burger Wed.-Sun. 4:30-9pm Inside CHOW 1110 Newport Ave., Bend facebook.com/ChowBurgerBend/

Americana Goes Brick-and-Mortar with Bigger Menu, Same Prices

Beloved food cart, serving up smash burgers, is set to open its new downtown location on May 31

By Julianna LaFollette

Apopular food truck known for its mouthwatering smash burgers is opening a new location in downtown Bend.

Americana, which currently operates its truck at local food cart pod, The Podski, is opening a brick-and-mortar burger shop in the former Seven Nightclub spot on Bond Street. It’ll offer classic burgers and a variety of fan-favorite specials which will become permanent on its new menu.

Americana has been around since 2021 and has quickly grown a cult-like following, selling about 600 burgers a day, according to owner Joseph Franco. He and his wife, Olivia, started at Bridge 99 before moving to Spider City Brewing and then, eventually, The Podski.

With its affordable prices and its flavorful smashed patties, Americana was voted Best Food Cart in 2024 by the Source Weekly’s Best of Central Oregon Readers’ Poll and was voted Food Cart of The Year by the Source Weekly editorial team in 2024.

Growing up in the food industry, Franco said he always wanted his own restaurant. When the opportunity to get into a downtown space came around, they jumped at it.

“I didn't expect it to be so fast after opening up a food truck. I thought it was always kind of unattainable… . We didn't know if we'd ever have an opportunity like this again,” Franco told the Source. “We're very grateful, very thankful for the ecosystem that has been fostered around Americana. It has been very humbling”

While the food cart typically has three burger options, the brick-and-mortar will offer eight staple burgers, many of which are highly requested specials the

truck has made in the past.

Some of the favorites include its Cowboy burger, a bacon Western cheeseburger with fried onions and barbeque sauce, it’s Bacon Bleu, a current “secret menu item” at the cart and, finally, the Sloppy Goat, complete with whipped goat cheese, bacon date jam, balsamic drizzle and bacon.

“The sloppy goat is one of our most requested. People will still hit us up and be like, ‘Hey, can you bring that back?’ And it's like, ‘we will just, we just need more space,’” Franco said.

The restaurant will offer the choice for singles and doubles in all of its burgers, including its classic OG burger, which goes for $6 for a single or $8 for a double. Other new items include loaded fries, fried onions, vanilla milkshakes and root beer on tap.

“The idea behind this menu is basically to just double down on what we do and make sure that things are affordable,” said Franco. “I will not up my pricing until I lose money on every single burger. That is something I'm very adamant about.”

The restaurant in downtown Bend will open on Saturday, May 31.

Americana Opens May 31 Tue.-Thu. 11am-8pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am9pm 1033 NW Bond St., Suite 100, Bend eatamericanaburger.com/

By Nic Moye

Second Annual Oregon Gin Festival

Event organizers say there will be "killer

cocktails"

The Oregon Gin Festival returns for its second year. Oregon Spirit Distillers on NE First Street in Bend is hosting the event on June 7. It’s an opportunity to sample products or sip a cocktail. Fifteen local distilleries are participating. Attendees can taste a variety of gin flavors and create what’s being described as a personalized tasting journey. There will be food from New York City Sub Shop, vendors and live music. Tickets include a commemorative glass and eight tokens for tastings. There were 300 people at last year’s event and owner Kathy Irwin says she’s expecting a larger crowd this year. The event is for adults 21+ only.

Oregon Spirit Distillers was created in 2009 by a husband-wife team. It was the first distillery in Central Oregon to operate a still, according to its website. The company produces 600 whiskey barrels each year. It’s the largest producer of bourbon in Oregon and second largest producer of American whiskey in the state.

Oregon Gin Festival Sat., June 7, 3-7pm

Oregon Spirit Distillers

740 NE 1st St. Bend oregonspiritdistillers.com/oregon-gin-festival/ $25

Oregon Spirit Distillers

Julianna LaFollette

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@chowburgerbend

CULTURE

The Gay Show

The Bend Comedy Festival’s Queer comedy showcase will dish up plenty of LGBTQ sass, yuks

By Peter Madsen

Did comedian Jamie Shriner ever tell you about the time she put gum in her older sister’s hair, right before the pair were set to audition for a production of “Beauty and the Beast”?

And the crazy part? By the end of this funny-ass anecdote, Shriner, astoundingly, isn't the villain.

"That's another one of those stories where my sister is like, ‘Hey, I don't want people to think I'm evil,’” Shriner told the Source by phone. “I'm like, ‘You were 14 and it's OK.’”

It’s stories like these that Chicago-based Shriner, 32, includes in her hilarious and unpredictable debut 2024 comedy special “Corn Baby,” which is available for free on YouTube. The comic, who was born and raised in rural Indiana, weaves cringe-y yet side-splitting tales of misadventures, often during adolescence. She stitches these bits together with catchy original songs reminiscent of fellow Midwestern musical comedian Leslie and the Ly’s.

Shriner will headline The Gay Show, a queer showcase that promises “a killer lineup of queer comics, serving up sharp, unapologetic, stand-up” at the Volcanic Theatre Pub, Saturday, Aug. 30, at 5 pm. The Gay Show is a participating event of the Bend Comedy Festival, which runs Friday, Aug. 29 to Sunday, Aug. 31.

Shriner, who will perform an extended set for The Gay Show, is effusive about the Bend comedy scene and its legion of comedy-hungry fans. Shriner’s first performance in town was last September. She was

going through a breakup and wasn’t quite in the mood to put on a happy face and tell jokes.

“I was in a place where any artist who is reading this can relate — there are times when it’s hard to find the motivation to do what we do, especially comedy,” Shriner said. “But the Bend crowd — everyone was so onboard. It reminded me why I'm doing this. They were so happy to be there. They loved what I do.”

In the 10-minute or so set Shriner is preparing for The Gay Show, she explores her pansexuality in the greater queer dating scene after a divorce from a man she mar ried when she was a young adult.

Skylar King, a Bendbased, comedian from Iowa City, Iowa who’s co-organizing the Bend Comedy Festival, will also perform in The Gay Show. Johana Coca will be there, too; three other comics have yet to be confirmed, King said. She was keen to book Shriner, who produces and hosts Chicago Underground Comedy, a weekly stand-up event

where comics work out new bits before an audience of comics and fans alike. Chicago Underground is where Shriner tried out her first stand-up material in 2020.

“I love it,” Shriner said. “I treat it like my weekly workout room. You get to really see what pans out.”

Shriner sees a similar grassroots comedy movement happening in Bend. Bigger cities can be oversaturated with comedic talent.

“People are harder to impress,” Shriner said. “It's refreshing to go anywhere where people are just hungry to have a good time and laugh. I feel like that's very much the energy of both Skylar and the entire festival team.”

Being a queer comedian hasn’t been easy, Shriner said, but the outsider perspective of being the only female comic at a typical open mic — let alone the sole queer comic — has its observational rewards. And as someone who has a hearing impairment and identifies as pansexual, Shriner also uses her peripheral statuses within the greater LGBTQ community and beyond to great effect.

Jamie Shriner

“If you loved

‘The Muppets,’ if you loved the musical, ‘Cats,’ you're probably gonna pick up what I'm putting down,” Shriner said. “And if you have any kind of rural upbringing and are queer — I see you, I understand.”

Skylar King

SC Strangers, Cheerleaders & Lovers A few under-seen queer movies to celebrate for Pride

By Jared Rasic

Happy Pride, everyone! While there have been amazing queer films being produced for the last several decades, Hollywood still doesn’t promote them with as much effort as they should unless they think there’s a chance for the film to win awards or make a lot of money. So many incredible LGBTQIA2S+ films completely miss audiences and can sometimes be relegated to streaming services, where people can hopefully stumble across them one day. For every “Moonlight” or “Brokeback Mountain,” there are a dozen queer movies deserving of massive recognition. In fact, I’d like to recognize a few of them right now.

“All of Us Strangers” (2023):

Andrew Haigh has been writing and directing deeply humanist and affecting movies since the gorgeous chamber piece, “Weekend,” back in 2011, but with 2023’s “All of Us Strangers,” he has taken a gay love story and added mystery, metaphysics, ghosts and grief and conjured a truly singular and unforgettable film. In a way, the film unpacks the “Bury Your Gays” trope and turns it into something life-affirming and genuinely beautiful. From the performances by Paul Mescal and

Andrew Scott, to the heart-wrenching score by Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch and the gentle script from Haigh, make this one of my favorite films of the 2020s.

“I Saw the TV Glow” (2024):

What on the surface is a dark fantasy about obsession is actually a trans coded expression of self-discovery from emerging filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun and a profoundly empathetic love letter to those who feel alone and unseen in the world. It’s one of the only movies I’ve seen that approaches gender dysphoria with understanding and warmth, giving general audiences a window into lives deserving of visibility. Yet, it’s also a fun and creepy examination of the dark side of nostalgia that will play for audiences just looking for a monster movie, as well. Schoenbrun is limitless in their talent and I can’t wait to see what they will conjure for us next.

“Splendor” (1999):

From Gregg Araki, one of the fearless innovators of the New Queer Cinema movement comes “Splendor,” a throwback to screwball comedies of the 1940’s set the triangularly between a throuple dealing with the growing pains of their relationship. While not as queer coded as Araki’s earlier films like “The Doom Generation” and “Totally F***ed Up,” the film still manages to be pretty far ahead of its time in examining bisexuality, ethical non monogamy and poly relationships. It’s also charming, quite funny and blisteringly sensual.

“Paris is Burning” (1990)

This isn’t just a documentary about the drag balls in NYC from the mid-to-late 1980’s, but is actually a macroscopic exploration of gender, race, sexuality and class through the lens of them. The film breaks down exactly what American LGBTQ+ pioneers sacrificed for modern queer lives so beautifully that it gives context to their struggles that no film has really captured since. I think this movie has saved the lives of more LGBTQ+ youth than any other.

“But I’m a Cheerleader” (1999)

This has since taken on cult classic status, but when

it was released in 1999, audiences had no idea what to make of this campy satire set at a lesbian conversion therapy camp. While this could have been a deadly serious take on the subject, director Jamie Babbit and stars Natasha Lyonne and Clea DuVall inject a mischievous charm to the film, giving it a bittersweet air of longing that keeps it feeling universal. This might be the best-known film on the list, but it’s still not as big as it should be.

There are many more great, under-seen queer films you can watch for Pride. Here are 10 more very much worth your time:

“Kiss of the Spider Woman” (1985)

“Happy Together” (1997)

“The Watermelon Woman (1996)

“Portrait of a Lady on Fire” (2019)

“Kajillionaire” (2020)

“Beau Travail” (1999)

“Shortbus” (2006)

“Camp” (2003)

“The Dreamers” (2003)

“Funeral Parade of Roses (1969)

Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal are lovely in “All Of Us Strangers."

A message for queer youth in “I Saw the TV Glow.”

Searchlight

Glass Act: Saving Birds from Windows A bird-friendly yard starts with these simple solutions for bird-window collisions

By Elise Wolf

Picture the perfect morning: songbird voices filling the air with their joyful chorus, announcing the new day. Then a sickening thud. Sadly, this heart-wrenching sound is all too familiar. What many do not realize is the staggering scale. New research (Kornreich et al., 2024, PLoS One) indicates that up to one billion birds may die annually from window strikes in the United States alone. This study also revealed a grim reality: only about 40% of birds ultimately survive, and only if they get care. Those that fly away rarely survive their hidden injuries.

The tragic irony is that our well-intentioned efforts to welcome birds with feeders, water features, and habitat gardens inadvertently put them in danger. These generous offerings, while enjoyable, cannot outweigh window mortality.

The good news? These tragedies are both predictable and preventable. We can significantly reduce this silent crisis with practical solutions available to homeowners and building managers alike.

Understanding the Invisible Threat

Birds cannot perceive glass as we do. To them, windows create lethal illusions, reflecting surrounding vegetation and sky or offering deceptive "tunnels" through buildings. This fundamental misperception makes glass one of the deadliest human-created hazards for birds.

Interestingly, the most dangerous buildings aren't skyscrapers - they represent less than 1% of bird deaths. Low-rise structures account for most strikes, with 44% occurring at 1-3 story homes and another 56% at similar height commercial buildings (Loss et al., 2014, Condor).

Any window can be deadly, but some are worse: large picture windows mirroring vegetation or sky, glass corners, transparent walkways or railings, and night-lit facades. The more energy efficient, the worse the glaze creates a mirror. Prevention is simple: make glass visible with patterns that follow the "2×2 rule"— visual elements spaced no more than two inches apart horizontally or vertically and cover the entire window.

Your Bird-Saving Toolbox

Collision solutions are installed outside the window since the outer reflection needs addressing. They come in three basic forms: attaching directly to the window (films, adhesives), out from the window (netting, screens, cords), and window-friendly glass.

The most effective solutions are installed 3-6 inches from the window, preventing contact with the glass. Installed taut, they become trampolines that birds either grasp or bounce off. Films and adhesives are more practical for large windows and situations in which access is limited or difficult. Cost varies dramatically from super affordable to expensive. DIY or professional installations are options, with some products offering DIY tips.

Viewability is excellent for most solutions—particularly dotted films and netting—because our eyes quickly adapt. The following simple solutions offer multi-year durability and a wise long-term investment in bird safety.

Films and Stripes offer an elegant solution. The most popular are the strips with dots (Feather Friendly) or entire window films with dots or designs (Solyx

Bird Safety Film, CollidEscape). Privacy glass films block reflection but retain your view (do not use nature scenes). They can be professionally installed or DIY. Visit the High Desert Museum for an example installation.

Bird-Safe or Other Tape. Painter's tape provides a quick, inexpensive option ideal for less noticeable windows and emergency treatments. Several window tapes are available, such as "Bird-safe Tape" from Feather Friendly. Apply vertical or horizontal stripes or squares at least ¼-inch wide and spaced no more than 2 inches apart.

Paracord "Zen" or Acopian Curtains excel on sliding glass doors or operable windows. These consist of 1/8-inch paracord lengths hanging approximately 4 inches apart from a header bar mounted above the window. DIY instructions are on the Acopian BirdSavers website.

Garden Netting offers a highly affordable and easy solution. Choose garden netting that is 2x2-inch squares. For the simplest installation, hang on plant hangars placed at the windows' four comers (turn upper hangers upside down). Make the netting taut and install 4-6 inches from the window. Reward yourself for saving birds as they grasp or bounce off the netting.

Solar and Insect Screens. These protect while preventing heat gain. Screens block reflections and cushion some impacts. Hardware store window screening can be framed or hung loosely. Window companies can create custom-sized screens. Hang 3" to 5" away from the window and taut. Professional solar shades can be solar-powered or manual.

Artistic Painting offers creative solutions for schools, bus shelters, or community projects where the view isn't critical. Use tempera or acrylic water-based paints. Get creative treating windows with beautiful artistry. They can be fun and educational projects for children, seniors, or community groups, turning bird protection into an engaging public art opportunity.

Mobiles, Spinners, Reflective tapes, Chimes, and Patio Décor, installed strategically, can deter birds from striking windows. Hung off eaves or out from the window, they can also work to dissuade a woodpecker. They make excellent emergency solutions. Start by prioritizing collision hotspots — windows where birds hit or are opposite feeders or vegetation— then gradually expand protection to other areas. To assess risk, look at windows outside at different times of day and various angles. Combine these efforts with making other bird-friendly habitat improvements. Even treating one window is a positive step toward supporting bird conservation.

A White-Crowned Sparrow, injured after striking a reflective window.

The High Desert Museum saves birds with nearly invisible dotted film.

Althea Gouker, HDM

By Nic Moye

June Pride

Many local events throughout the month

Each June, Pride Month is a time to celebrate diversity, equality and inclusion, but it’s historic roots were mired in rage. On June 28, 1969, riots began in New York City after a police raid on a gay bar. A year later, the first Pride marches were held in four cities. Pride Month was officially recognized by the U.S. government in 1999.

Many local events celebrate comradery and community. Here are some of the fun festivities happening in Central Oregon.

Drag Me to Stars Brunch

Sun., June 1 10am

Stars Cabaret

197 NE 3rd St., Bend eventbrite.com/e/drag-me-to-stars-tickets1337226653919?aff=ebdssbdestsearch From $50

Pride Party 2025

Fri., June 6, 11am-5pm Craft Kitchen

62988 Layton Ave., Suite 103,Bend bendsource.com/bend/pride-party-2025/ Event?oid=23121649 Free

20-50% select brands

30%

Bend Summer Pride Sat., June 7, 11am-5pm Drake Park

777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend bendpride.com/summerpride25 Free

House Down Drag Brunch

Sat., June 7 10am-1pm Sunriver Brewing Company Eastside 1500 NE Cushing Dr., Bend allevents.in/bend/the-house-down-dragbrunch-at-sunriver-brewing-company-eastside/100001276900125649 From $50

Diva Drag Brunch

Sun., June 8 Noon

Campfire Hotel 721 NE 3rd St., Bend campfirehotel.com/events-in-bend/ $25

Reading Rainbow Pride Bike Ride

Thu., June 12 7-11pm Bunk and Brew

42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend bendpride.com/eventscalendar Free

Pride Fest

Sun., June 29, Noon-5pm Pioneer Park

450 NE 3rd St., Prineville prideville.org Free

Courtesy Campfire Hotel Eventbrite

ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini author Jean-Paul Sartre was offered the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1964. But he rejected it. Why? He said that if he accepted it, he would be turned into an institution and authority figure, which would hinder his ability to critique politics and society. He was deeply committed to the belief that a writer has an obligation to be independent and accountable only to their conscience and audience, not to external accolades or validations. I think you are in a Sartre-like phase right now, dear Gemini. You have a sacred duty to be faithful to your highest calling, your deepest values, and your authentic identity. Every other consideration should be secondary.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You are now highly attuned to subtle energies, subliminal signals, and hidden agendas. No one in your sphere is even half as sensitive as you are to the intriguing mysteries that are unfolding beneath the visible surface. This may be a bit unsettling, but it’s a key asset. Your ability to sense what others are missing gives you a unique advantage. So trust your intuitive navigation system, Cancerian, even if the way forward isn't obvious. Your ability to sense underlying currents will enable you to avoid obstacles and discern opportunities that even your allies might overlook.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Underground fungal networks are essential for the health of ecosystems. They connect plant roots and facilitate transfers of nutrients, water, and communication signals between various species. They enhance the fertility of the soil, helping plants thrive. In accordance with astrological indicators, I invite you to celebrate your equivalent of the underground fungal network. What is the web of relationships that enables you to thrive? Not just the obvious bonds, but the subtle ones, too: the barista who has memorized your order, the neighbor who waters your plants when you’re away, the online ally who responds to your posts. Now is an excellent time to map and nurture these vital interconnections.

ting you know that no matter how evolved you are, the coming weeks will bring you rich opportunities to come more into your own as a brilliant phoenix.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Seas off the coast of Singapore are heavily polluted. Some of the coral reefs there are showing resilience, though. They have developed symbiotic relationships with certain algae and bacteria that were formerly hostile. Their robustness lies in their adaptability and their power to forge unlikely alliances. That’s a good teaching for you right now. The strength you need isn't about maintaining fixed positions or rigid boundaries, but about being flexible. So I hope you will be alert and ready to connect with unfamiliar resources and unexpected help. A willingness to adjust and compromise will be a superpower.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Sometimes, disruptions are helpful prods that nudge us to pay closer attention. An apparent malfunction might be trying to tell us some truth that our existing frameworks can't accommodate. I suspect this phenomenon might be occurring in your world. An area of your life that seems to be misfiring may in fact be highlighting a blind spot in your comprehension. Rather than fretting and purging the glitches, I will ask you to first consider what helpful information is being exposed. Suspend your judgment long enough to learn from apparent errors.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18): This isn’t the first time I’ve said that your ideas are ahead of their time. Now I’m telling you again, and adding that your intuitions, feelings, and approaches are ahead of their time, too. As usual, your precociousness carries both potential benefits and problems. If people are flexible and smart enough to be open to your innovations, you will be rewarded. If others are rigid and oblivious, you may have to struggle to get the right things done. Here’s my advice: Focus on the joy of carrying out your innovations rather than getting caught up in fighting resistance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie warns about "the danger of a single story." She tells us that authentic identity requires us to reject oversimplified narratives. As a Nigerian woman living in the US, she found that both Western and African audiences sought to reduce her to convenient categories. She has not only resisted that pressure, but also outwitted and outflanked it. Her diversity is intriguing. She mixes an appreciation for pop culture with serious cultural criticism. She addresses both academic and mainstream audiences. I offer her up as your role model, Virgo. In the coming weeks, may she inspire you to energetically express all your uncategorizable selves.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Where have you not yet traveled but would like to? What frontiers would your imagination love for you to visit, but you have refrained? Now is the time to consider dropping inhibitions, outmoded habits, and irrelevant rules that have prevented you from wandering farther and wider. You have full permission from life, karma, and your future self to take smart risks that will lead you out of your comfort zone. What exotic sanctuary do you wish you had the courage to explore? What adventurous pilgrimage might activate aspects of your potential that are still half-dormant?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Astrologers say that Scorpio is ruled by three creatures that correspond to three ascending levels of spiritual maturity. The regular Scorpio person is ruled by the scorpion. Scorpios who are well underway with their spiritual work are ruled by the eagle. The Scorpio who has consistently succeeded at the hard and rewarding work of metaphorical death and resurrection is ruled by the phoenix—the mythical bird that is reborn from the ashes of its own immolation. With this as our context, I am let-

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Sunlight can’t penetrate deeper than 3,280 feet into the ocean’s depths. Even at 650 feet down, a murky twilight zone prevails. But nearly 75 percent of deep-sea creatures can create their own light, thanks to a biochemical phenomenon called bioluminescence. Jellyfish, starfish, and crustaceans are a few animals that glow. I propose we make them your symbols of power in the coming weeks, Pisces. I hope they incite you to be your own source of illumination as you summon all the resilience you need. If shadowy challenges arise, resolve to emit your steady brilliance. Inspire yourself and others with your subtle yet potent clarity.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The strongest, most enduring parts of China’s Great Wall were the 5,500 miles built during the Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644. One secret to their success was sticky rice, an essential ingredient in the mortar. The resulting structures have been remarkably water resistant. They hold their shape well, resist weed growth, and get stronger as time passes. I hope you will find metaphorical equivalents to sticky rice as you work on your foundations in the coming months, Aries. Proceed as if you are constructing basic supports that will last you for years.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The world's most expensive spice is saffron. To gather one gram of it, workers must harvest 150 flowers by hand. Doesn’t that process resemble what you have been doing? I am awed by the stamina and delicacy you have been summoning to generate your small but potent treasure. What you’re producing may not be loud and showy, but its value will be concentrated and robust. Trust that those who appreciate quality will recognize the painstaking effort behind your creation. Like saffron's distinctive essence that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary ones, your patient dedication is creating what can’t be rushed or replicated.

Homework: What do you understand well and should share with others who would benefit from it? Newsletter.FreeWillAstrology.com

Crossword “Most Sidesplitting”

the flip" 33.  Darling alternative

34.  Diminutive in many a rap name 36.  Tent covering 37.  Sagal of "Futurama"

38.  Richard of "I'm Not There" 39.  "That's a good question ..." 40.  Gambler's wager

41.  Chair named for its designers

42.  Most baggy farming students?

45.  Christmas decoration

46.  Network slowdown

47.  Most happy skateboard tricks?

55.  Locale

56.  Garbage ship

57.  Creature that can jump ten times its height

59.  Left

60.  Decorate

61.  All cleaned up

62.  Not good, but not bad

63.  Music producer Angélil

64.  Phishing email, e.g.

By Brendan Emmett Quigley

DOWN

1.  Peach emoji, e.g.

2.  Hitting sound

3.  Tux the penguin, to Lunix

4.  Made air tight

5.  Programmer's work

6.  Difficult problem

7.  Messy sandwich

8.  Contract writer

9.  World leader on the rupee

10.  Berry in some poke bowls

11.  Exist

12.  Breyers rival

14.  Augusta's home

20.  "What are you waiting for!"

21.  "That's no way to treat a ___!"

24.  Seeing

25.  Mosque leaders

26.  ___ McCorvey ("Roe" of "Roe v. Wade")

27.  It may be thrown in contempt

28.  Some reusable bags

29.  Inactive

30.  Fragrant resin used in incense

31.  "Yes ___!" ("You betcha")

35.  Not as much

37.  Magnet strip hanging on a kitchen wall

38.  Fart spray and Groucho glasses, for two

40.  Aptly-named citrus fruit

41.  Equal in Paris (and an anagram of 9-Across)

43.  Trattoria treat

44.  Actor Covert of the "Happy Gilmore" films

47.  Spielberg film set in Amity Island

48.  Ice cream flavor

49.  Optical sensor part

50.  "Smooth Operator" singer

51.  1982 cyber-punk movie

52.  Green baddie

53.  "Fast Food Nation" author Schlosser

54.  Movie drink

58.  Where you might do the heavy lifting

Puzzle for the week of May 26, 2025

Pearl’s Puzzle

Puzzle for the week of May 26, 2025

Fill in every row, column, and 3x3 box with each of the letters T V D U I C L A W exactly once.

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

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will complete the quote: “The gardener es ness, but he does so carefully and respectfully, in full recognition of its mystery.” - Michael Pollan

Answer for the week of May 19, 2025

ANSWER TO LAST WEEK'S PUZZLES

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will “The gardener es ness, but he does so carefully recognition of its mystery. ” - Michael Pollan

Answer for the week of May 19, 2025

S C I E L H O T

I H T S O C L A E O E L T H A I S C

“I do have a blurred memory of sitting on the stairs and trying over and over again to tie one of my shoelaces, but that is all that comes back to me of school itself.” — Roald Dahl

“I do have a blurred memory of sitting on the stairs and trying over and over again to tie one of my shoelaces, but that is all that comes back to me of school itself.”

Roald Dahl

SAVAGE IN BEND

EXPOSING THE QUIRKS THAT MAKE CENTRAL OREGON UNIQUE

By Josh Savage

The Museum of Wonders

If you’ve driven down Division Street in Bend and found your eyes drawn to the unique stone-clad building that seems to shimmer with embedded treasures, you’re not alone.

Local resident Marc S. recently asked, “There’s a cool building on Division Street that stands out with all sorts of rocks on it. Can you give some insight into the history of it?”

He is referring to the building that houses the Herb Center at 2205 NE Division Street. I have often been curious myself and always wanted to stop to get a closer look. Thanks for the excuse, Marc!

This unique structure existed long before cannabis legalization. The story begins with Lloyd Forbes, born in 1886 in Pennsylvania. Forbes became a homesteader and cattle rancher in the now-abandoned town of Stauffer, out near Eastern Oregon’s Glass Buttes. He and roughly 40 other families once called this remote settlement home.

Forbes was an avid rockhound. His love for collecting rocks and gems began while on a trip in his Model T Ford from his home state of Pennsylvania to Arizona. Near the area of what is now Petrified Forest National Park, he picked up not only his first piece of petrified wood but also found a new passion.

By the time he came to Oregon, Forbes was making obsidian arrowheads, bringing home geodes, agates, thundereggs, and whatever else caught his eye. He frequented the Ochocos and areas around Brothers, Paulina, and Post; prime locations for rockhounds back then. In fact, Klondike Kate, the local Bend legend, once lived in Brothers. The two large pieces of petrified wood she supposedly found near her property there now rest in Drake Park. Back to Forbes. In the 1930s he, his wife Bertha, and their three children left the homesteading life and moved to Bend. They purchased a 5-acre parcel of land with a small two room house. His first endeavor on the property was a hotel business which didn’t last long because his overnight guests would steal the towels!

His next venture fit his rock collecting hobby. Lloyd contrived a lapidary machine by using the differential from his Model T Ford. With this piece of machinery, he could polish and cut rocks as large as a 300 pound geode! This innovation sparked the idea for the Museum of Wonders.

Located along what was then Highway 97, the museum was crafted from

concrete blocks. The finished exterior was a glittering array of rocks and gems from many years of collecting - black and red obsidian, jasper, cinnabar, chalcedony, opal, and thundereggs. The original roof stood out with the design of a star, a crescent moon, and an arrowhead made out of rocks arranged into the tar coated roof.

Forbes also built miniature monuments and a water wheel. A favorite construction was a miniature Yellowstone Park complete with geysers that would periodically spout water. Bertha added her own artistic touch with flowerbeds and rock gardens laced with semi-precious stones.

Over the years, the museum became a popular tourist attraction. School children took field trips to see the teepee, try their hand at archery with hay bale targets, and marvel at the glittering walls. Forbes never charged admission but kept a donation basket at the door.

In addition to selling rocks from his collection, he crafted juniper wood novelties like salt and pepper shakers and created ceremonial-sized arrowheads from obsidian inspired by Native Americans. His imagination seemed as vast as his rock collection!

For those familiar with Erasmus Peterson and his Redmond rock garden, this story sounds eerily similar, right? Word has it the two of them were good friends. Makes sense, because they shared a common interest. I like to believe they had a friendly competition going or at least discussed what the other had recently built.

When Lloyd passed away in 1956, Bertha, who lived to the impressive age of 103, operated the museum until selling the building. The majority of the rock collection was sold to a gem dealer in Terrebonne.

Since then, the building has seen many businesses: an engine repair shop, a cafe, a framing store, the Stone Cottage. Today, it houses the Herb Center, a dispensary that keeps a slice of Bend’s past alive. Over time many of the original rocks have been removed, but the arch and some stone walls remain. Inside, curious visitors can still find an article with a short history of the site.

Next time you pass by that “cool building” on Division, look closer. You’re glimpsing the imagination of a rockhound and the legacy of an original Bend landmark.

- Questions for Savage? Email savageglobetrotters@gmail.com

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TAKE ME HOME

By James Keane Broker RE/MAX Key Properties

Navigating the Mortgage Maze:

As a real estate agent here in Central Oregon, my mission extends far beyond just opening doors to beautiful homes and offering local advice. It’s about expertly guiding you through the intricate journey of homeownership, a path where understanding and strategically utilizing various loan programs is crucial to getting your sale done. This is where the powerful, often unseen, collaboration between your real estate agent and your lender truly shines.

Think of it this way: I’m your eyes on the ground, identifying the perfect property and negotiating its terms, while your lender is the financial architect, crafting the most advantageous financial structure to make that purchase a reality. Our integrated approach, particularly when it comes to leveraging diverse loan programs, is what transforms "maybe" into "sold."

My first recommendation to almost every potential buyer is to get pre-approved, and more importantly, to discuss various loan options with a trusted lender. Are you eligible for a VA loan with its no-down-payment advantage? Could an FHA loan with its lower credit score requirements be a better fit? Or perhaps a conventional loan with specific terms that align with your longterm financial goals? This pre-approval, tailored to potential loan programs, significantly strengthens your offer in a competitive market.

Once we've identified "the one" and negotiated an accepted offer, our collaboration deepens, especially when dealing with specific loan program

requirements. For instance, if we're working with a VA or FHA loan, we know the property must meet certain appraisal and inspection standards. We're constantly comparing notes: "Does this property's condition align with FHA minimums?" "Are there any red flags that might delay a VA appraisal?"

Furthermore, if the appraisal comes in lower than expected, or if specific repairs are required by the lender for loan approval (common with government-backed loans), we immediately pivot to problem-solving mode. My role is to negotiate those repairs or a price reduction with the seller (see my article about repair addendums in the April 16 edition), while your lender simultaneously explores alternative solutions or adjusts the loan structure if possible.

The lender's expertise in navigating the intricate world of underwriting, interest rates, and specific loan program guidelines is invaluable. They're constantly monitoring market conditions and anticipating potential roadblocks. Simultaneously, I'm managing the contractual deadlines, coordinating inspections, and ensuring all contingencies are met. This is why agents often prefer working with a local lender. They are more familiar with common issues in homes located in Central Oregon, but more importantly, they are easy to get a hold of at critical moments. By working as a seamless team, we not only guide you to your dream home but also expertly navigate the financial complexities, ensuring a smooth and successful closing.