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If my 10-year-old self could see me now, heading up this newspaper, writing stories for a living and, to top it all off, musing about the impact of Barbie on my life, I’d say she would be pretty dang impressed. It’s like the culmination of everything that 10-year-old cared about: Barbies, books, writing… and aiming to be as self-deprecating as I can be while I say this… being a Queen Bee in a hive full of smart people. I don’t think I hit on all the salient points that could have been explored in my Feature essay about “Barbie” the movie this week, but I did try. And paired with that Halloween-themed story are a host of events you can enjoy this Halloween, a Q&A with the not one but three drag troupes hosting events for the holiday, a review of local Pumpkin Spice Doughnuts, a roundup of great Halloween movies and a primer on safe decorations for wildlife this time of year. And, while not exactly Halloween-ish, we also bring a chat with a former Portland Spanish-tapas superstar, now settled here in Bend (and opening a Toro Bravo-esque space in downtown Bend very soon). It’s all the Halloween goodness — and more — that we could fit into one issue!

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n November 2020, a citizen initiative in Oregon got the whole country talking. Oregon voters, determined to champion a more compassionate version of addressing the drug crisis, voted in favor of Measure 110, the landmark drug decriminalization and treatment bill. It passed with 58% of the vote. What followed could be described as nothing short of a perfect storm. A short time frame for implementation of the measure, the existence of a pandemic and a rapid increase in the use of fentanyl turned this attempt at routing those experiencing addiction away from jail and into treatment centers into quite the debacle. Fentanyl is cheaper, easier to smuggle and harder to kick, and it charged into Oregon like a semitruck that’s lost its brakes.

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Between 2019 and 2021, deadly overdoses of fentanyl increased 94%, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. In Oregon, three people die every day from overdoses. Federal drug teams seized 43 doses of fentanyl in 2019, according to the Oregon-Idaho High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area team. In 2022, the number of seized doses had risen to 32 million. Let that sink in for a minute. Meanwhile, the treatment options available to Oregonians were already abysmal before voters opted to fund more treatment. With just 13 weeks between the passage of the measure and it going into effect, is it any wonder that treatment beds didn’t materialize quickly enough, and that now, some 63% of people polled in the state say they want personal amounts of drugs to elicit arrests again? This month, leaders in the Oregon State Legislative Assembly convened a new committee aimed at addressing Oregon’s drug crisis. With fentanyl’s

arrival in Oregon, a committee like this would have been necessary even if there had never been a Measure 110. Now, though, the Joint InterAdobe im Committee on AddicSto ck tion and Community Safety Response has the difficult task of not only trying to stem the tide of the most addictive substance we have yet to see in this ongoing opioid crisis, but also, of possibly finding some way to roll back an initiative put forth by the people themselves. Supporters of Measure 110 spent years floating the idea, gathering the signatures and then campaigning to voters about its merits. While it’s clear that Measure 110 needs either more robust support in the treatment realm, or needs a complete overhaul or something in between, it should be done with caution, because citizen initiatives matter. In some states, such as Arizona, some lawmakers are working to claw back the powers issued to the people by watering down or weakening the citizen initiative process. In some other states — 24, in fact — average citizens don’t have the right to bring forth a citizen initiative or referendum at all. Oregon voters were astute back in 2020 when they saw a deepening drug crisis and sought solutions we hadn’t tried before. Bad timing in the way of a fast rollout and a looming fentanyl crisis made the solution they favored appear doomed almost from the start. But the spirit of the measure was still correct: favor compassion over incarceration. That notion is still worth preserving. We don’t envy the legislators in Salem who now have to wade through this complex issue and come up with something that sees fewer people addicted. While they work through it, however, it should occur to them that there’s merit in preserving the will of the people. Can we move forward and achieve progress without a complete repeal of Measure 110? Can we preserve its funding for treatment and somehow even double down on that effort? Indeed, what started as a will of the people now becomes the woe of our elected officials. As former U.S. Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan said in 1920: “We have the initiative and referendum. Do not disturb them. If defects are discovered, correct them and perfect the machinery. Make it possible for the people to have what they want. We are the world’s teacher in democracy.”

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GUEST OPINION: THE REAL TRIPLE CROWN OF ECONOMIC, FIREFIGHTING, AND ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS

carbon dense on the planet. The carbon benefits of wood as a substitute for other energy-intensive construction materials also have been grossly exaggerated and burning logging debris and whole trees for energy production is as bad as coal. The Senator’s approach to fighting fires with more logging also needs to change. Densely packed small trees in clearcuts and logging slash act as kindling for fires that spread fast and furious during extreme fire weather (hot, dry, windy). Thinning forests over vast areas will not work as climate change increasingly spins out pyro-tornadoes and hurricane force winds that combine with drought-induced, parched vegetation to override “fuel treatments” in the wildlands. Prudent fire risk reduction involves reforming forestry practices that are producing flammable landscapes in the first place rather than blaming a lack of “fuels reduction” on older forests that typically burn in lower fire intensities. It also means treating private lands that are a much bigger threat of uncontrolled fires spilling over into urban areas than public lands. And it means preparing communities via home hardening and defensible space. The 1993 Northwest Forest Plan wisely reduced logging levels on federal lands with the added benefit of shifting logged forests from a source of carbon pollution to storing vast amounts of carbon in forests as they age. Achieving the triple crown should mean supporting rural economic diversification, promoting real community wildfire protection and protecting older forests as natural climate solutions. That direction is desperately needed in Oregon and globally to solve the climate crisis. —Dominick A. DellaSala, Ph.D, Chief Scientist, Wild Heritage, is an award-winning scientist with over 300 peer-reviewed papers and nine co-authored books, and served on the Oregon governor’s task force

on forest carbon; Rick Martinson, Ph.D, is Executive Director and Wildlife Ecologist for Worthy Environmental in Bend.

BEND-LA PINE SUPERINTENDENT SHOULD RESIGN OR SUPPORT ALL COMMUNITIES The violence Hamas committed against Israeli civilians is abhorrent. The ethnic cleansing, possible genocide, Israel is committing against Palestinian civilians is abhorrent. Why did the Bend-La Pine superintendent write a letter supporting one ethnic group while completing ignoring what is happening to a different ethnic group? Palestinians have lived under an apartheid regime since 1967, earlier by some accounts. Many Palestinians live in open air prisons with access to food, water, shelter and medical care controlled by Israel's whims, not the needs of innocent civilians. Why didn't the superintendent mention any of this? Is it because Palestinians are Arab? Why did the Superintendent not mention that areas Israel told Palestinians to go to for their own safety are now being bombed, including hospitals. Innocent people, including nearly 1,000 Palestinian children have died. Why does Bend-La Pine Schools not stand with these Palestinians, and all Arabs to ensure they feel, in the words of the superintendent "safe, respected and valued within our educational environment?" How is it appropriate for the Superintendent to mention school policies about nondiscrimination while releasing a statement that is clearly discriminatory? And really, why release a statement at all? Support ALL those being killed - Israelis, Palestinians, Arabs, Blacks, Latinos, Whites. Everyone. With a statement like the one penned by the superintendent, we do not believe you should be in any position of power with sway over a single child, let

alone an entire district. Please resign, or the board needs to do what is right, condemn this statement of bigotry and remove you from your position. Did the superintendent release a statement supporting Ukrainian lives at the start of the Russian Invasion (either of Crimea or the more recent one of eastern part of the county)? Is one released for the daily state violence eradicating black people in the United States? —Jade & Alex Sharpe

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KENZIE HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KENZIE! *if this gets printed, I treat you to a Dutch bros drive through adventure <3 * Kenzie knows how to be a close, kind, unassuming, compassionate FRIEND. We each moved to Bend in the summer of 2021, discovered each other at the Lake Street Dive concert, and we agreed to go on a friend adventure to Smith Rock. Our friendship has become a great source living, loving, laughing… and so much plan, dance, explore, hang, and support! Doing this weird adult life with each other every day in this little adorable corner of the world reshaped how I think of “home.” I love you, Kenzie. And I cherish our two-year friendship, and honor this birth with all the love in my heart. Happy Birthday Zi! (cake) —Natasha Cheeley

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By Dominick A. DellaSala and Rick Martinson Senator Ron Wyden’s (D-OR) recently introduced “Timber Innovation for Building Rural Communities Act” claims to “build[s] much-needed federal support for that triple crown of economic, firefighting, and environmental goals.” We find it ill-advised to promote logging on federal lands that nearly pushed rural communities and ecosystems to the brink of collapse decades ago. Senator Wyden uses charged language like “working forests” that is code for timber production. Older (unlogged) forests actually do much more “work” by purifying our drinking water, keeping temperatures from overheating further and providing unmatched recreation now driving much of the region’s economic diversification. Promoting “manufactured wood products,” also would dump massive amounts of carbon into the atmosphere at a time when we need to be cutting emissions, especially in forestry. The bill would benefit from an independent audit by top Oregon climate researchers to lower its carbon and environmental costs. Specifically, when an older forest is cut down, nearly all the carbon captured in centuries-old trees becomes atmospheric carbon pollution. Only a tiny fraction is stored in wood products that at best last a few decades before ending up in landfills. Logging emissions typically exceed those from natural disturbances, including wildfires. Carbon from logging is emitted when tree debris left in clearcuts decays along with fossil fuels needed to haul logs, milling, manufacturing and product distribution. Planting tiny seedlings does not make up for this massive carbon debt. Yet, the bill is silent on protecting our older forests that are some of the most

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espite much opposition, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a gas pipeline expansion that will run through the Pacific Northwest, including Central Oregon. TC Energy, a Canadian energy company, asked FERC to allow it to pump an additional 150 million cubic feet per day through the pipeline. The Gas Transmission Northwest Xpress project, which runs from British Columbia through northern Idaho, Washington, Oregon and California, would upgrade existing infrastructure, increasing the capacity and delivering more natural gas through the pipeline. The GTN Xpress would deliver enough natural gas to serve over half a million homes. Since being proposed in 2019, several environmental groups, along with lawmakers, have opposed the project, citing major climate stakes. In August, FERC delayed a decision on TC Energy’s GTN pipeline expansion. The decision to delay came after two senators, Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), and 26 environmental organizations asked FERC to delay or deny its decision. “The GTN XPress project will play a critical role in keeping energy affordable and reliable for consumers in California and the Pacific Northwest,” said Michael Tadeo, a TC Energy spokesperson, in an email. “We appreciate FERC’s bipartisan action today to approve the project and will work diligently to place it into service as soon as possible." A coalition of environmental groups, led by Columbia Riverkeepers, an environmental legal advocacy organization, is filing a petition for a rehearing to FERC. The petition will lay out all of the groups’ arguments against the project, including its environmental impacts. The group has 30 days after the commission issues its final order to submit the petition. Diane Hodiak, the executive director of 350 Deschutes, a local climate advocacy group that’s part of the coalition fighting against the pipeline, said FERC is forcing gas on the Pacific Northwest. “Our elected leaders have stated repeatedly that we don’t need or want this gas,” said Hodiak. “We know that it's the equivalent of putting 700,000 cars on the road for 30 years. Compressing this into an aging 60-year-old pipeline is not only a health and safety risk. It will derail our climate progress and increase risks of wildfire and extreme weather events.” The project also brings up cost concerns. Audrey Leonard, a staff attorney for Columbia Riverkeepers, noted impacts to ratepayers. “Because this is such an expensive infrastructure project, we believe that there’s not going to be demand for the amount of gas that they’re trying to certify in this project,” she said. “The concern is that ratepayers will be stuck fronting the bill for the infrastructure, especially ratepayers who maybe rent or don’t have the ability to go to solar or renewables.” A joint filing submitted by attorney generals in Oregon,

Washington and California opposing the pipeline wrote that the project will primarily serve the interests of Canadian gas producers, not American consumers. The attorney generals added that the pipeline project, which conflicts with state laws to reduce emissions and transition to renewable energy, would add 3.47 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions per year for nearly 30 years. The expansion is estimated to generate nearly $12 billion in social costs, an estimate that factors in the project’s financial impacts resulting from climate change. Leonard also worries about leaks along the pipeline. “We know that fracked gas pipelines are notoriously leaky.” “FERC’s decision to rush this in the immediate wake of another TC Energy pipeline failure and fire is extremely concerning. This fight is far from over. Our communities will be taking this decision to the courts to challenge this reckless decision from FERC," said Hannah Sohl, executive director with Rogue Climate, another climate group working to appeal FERC’s decision. A TC Energy gas line exploded in rural Virginia on July 25 after a fire started due to a pressure drop in its Columbia Gas Transmission Pipeline. There were no injuries from the explosion and the section of the pipeline was shut down as a precaution, according to The Associated Press. While many groups and individuals oppose the pipeline expansion, others support it for reasons including increased reliable energy, economic growth and a growing demand for natural gas. A petition by

Local Pipeliners Union 798 garnered more than 2,600 signatures in support of the project. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR5), who represents Bend, portions of Deschutes County and Clackamas County in the U.S. House, was one representative who supported this project, citing that the project would increase the supply of low-cost energy to households across the Pacific Northwest. A bicameral group, led by Chavez DeRemer, prompted FERC to act on the approval. The letter, signed by senators and other members of congress, urged FERC to act, stating that the delay has caused “significant uncertainty” for energy users. According to Leonard with Columbia Riverkeepers, FERC should consider the state’s climate laws and energy laws in its analysis of whether the gas is necessary, not the existence of contracts for utilities or shippers to buy the gas. “From an environmental standpoint this project creates a huge amount of greenhouse gas emissions,” said Leonard. “My hope is that they would read our petition for rehearing meaningfully and really consider those arguments and come out with a decision that is more thoughtful.” The pipeline runs just east of the Bend city limits, dividing the Stevens Road Tract and Stevens Ranch. According to Source Weekly reporting from February, Bend Park and Recreation District plans to build a trail in the general path of the pipeline. Planning amendments for the Tract suggest a community park will sit adjacent to the pipeline trail. Courtesy TC Energy

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A pipeline expansion project, headed by Canadian energy company, TC Energy, was approved on Oct. 19, prompting environmental groups to fight the decision

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Remodeled Sisters Library Hosts Grand Opening The Sisters library opens up for residents after nine months of construction, offering updated spaces and amenities

By Julianna LaFollette include a ribbon-cutting ceremony as guests are introduced to the new space, complete with live music and other family-friendly activities such as face painting, a balloon artist and more. The Sisters library will welcome a number of updated spaces and amenities, including a children’s discovery space, two new meeting and study rooms and a large community room with “state-of-the-art technology,” with flexibility of use and after-hours access. The library will also provide all new public computers and updated Wi-Fi with high-speed internet. The new construction comes after voter support for a library bond measure in 2020 to expand and improve

libraries across the county. The bond is being used to fund updates to other established libraries in downtown Bend, east Bend, La Pine and Sunriver. Deschutes County is also expanding the Redmond Library, which will be completed in fall 2024, and building a new library in east Bend, which is scheduled to break ground in early 2024. “Everyone here at the Sisters Library is so excited to share this new space with our community,” said Sisters Library Operations Supervisor Zoe Schumacher. “From the new paint on the exterior to the completely remodeled interior, it’s beautiful inside and out. Plus, it’s filled with updates and enhancements that really bring us into the 21st Century.”

Affordable Housing on the Horizon

New projects and requests for funding in Bend are aimed at helping house residents while addressing rising home prices By Julianna LaFollette Courtesy Rooted Homes

new affordable housing community in Bend’s west side broke ground Oct. 16. In addition to current housing projects, City officials announced on Oct. 18 that they would apply for grant money to increase the development of affordable housing. Rooted at Simpson Project The new Rooted at Simpson project, developed by Housing Works and Rooted Homes — formerly Kôr Community Land Trust — will offer 40 single-family homes and 59 subsidized rental apartments. “This is the first of many joint developments that have rental and ownership on the same site,” said Jackie Keogh, executive director of Rooted Homes. Rooted Homes will develop these mixed housing communities in both Redmond and La Pine following the project in Bend. People renting in the community will receive priority for the single-family homes. “By putting rental and ownership on the same site, both can essentially advance in their wealth and in their job and make more money and not feel like they can’t leave their apartment,” said Keogh. According to Keogh, the new community will price its homes based on what people can afford, not what it costs to build. Two-bedroom homes will be sold at an estimate of $240,000 and three-bedroom homes at an estimate

A rendering of the Simpson community, a new affordable housing project on Bend’s west side.

of $280,000. “We expect these homes to appraise for more than double that,” said Keogh. According to data from Realtor.com, the median listed home price in Bend was $874,000 in September. The Simpson project has some qualifications for which residents will be allowed to obtain housing in the community. People looking to purchase homes in the community must be firsttime homebuyers, have pre-approval from a bank for a mortgage and must fall under an income cap, set to people earning equal to or less than 80% of the area median income. Currently a four-person household can make no more than $76,150 in their annual gross income. If applicants qualify, they will then be selected through a housing lottery in the

summer of 2024. “We are happy to work with people ahead of time to make sure they are mortgage ready,” said Keogh. Rooted Homes intentionally purchased land on the west side of Bend as the area contains a number of amenities. Keogh believes the homes should be dispersed through the community and not just centered in low-income areas. Efforts to Increase Affordable Housing The City of Bend plans to keep expanding its affordable housing developments and one of the ways to get there, according to Lynne McConnell, the housing director with the City of Bend, is removing barriers to housing production. One way City officials hope to address this is with a grant from the Department

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of Housing and Urban Development. At the Oct. 18 City Council meeting, councilors approved a draft of the application for The Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing grant program. According to Mellissa Kamanya, the City’s affordable housing coordinator, Bend qualifies for the grant due to its offpace production, which suggests housing production hasn’t kept pace with population growth. “Affordable housing is for all of us. And it impacts all of us when there isn’t enough,” said Kamanya. The draft application requested $10 million from HUD. The application states that the City will use $7.9 million to create a new fund for affordable housing development and $2 million for planning, program administration and planning costs. According to Kamanya, the grant would help push money out into the community, giving affordable housing developers access to funds for land acquisition, land development and construction. McConnell said the City hopes to increase cooperation and communication with residents who need affordable housing. “You won’t always know if affordable housing is in your neighborhood,” she said. “Just because you don't see it and notice it, doesn't mean it's not there.” McConnell and Kamanya believe that community engagement is key when it comes to adding more housing. “The City cannot fix this problem on our own. We need everyone in the community at the table with us to help devise solutions, incentives, resources and the will power to move this forward,” said McConnell. The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meets at least once a month and allows community members to join meetings or listen online and provide their input.

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he city of Sisters will welcome its new and improved library on Oct. 28 after nine months of construction and six years of planning. The Deschutes County library in Sisters, according to a press release, will hold a grand opening celebration on Oct. 28 at 2pm. “We were happy to offer a small temporary space during construction, but we know the public is just as anxious as we are to get back into the remodeled library,” Chantal Strobel, the assistant director of community engagement, said in a press release. “The growing excitement around the re-opening is a testament to the importance of the library and its role in the community.” The Saturday grand opening will

IS A DRAG!

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So many spooky drag delicacies to choose from By Jared Rasic

ptions are plentiful this year if you’d like to spend a segment of the spooky season all dolled up at a drag show, because we have three (THREE!) all happening within a few nights of each other. First we have Drag Me to Hell on Friday, Oct. 27 (Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm) from the Cult of Tuck at Silver Moon Brewing. Next is the Diva Drag Brunch on Saturday, Oct. 28 (Doors at Noon, show at 2pm) from Justin Buckles at the Campfire Hotel. Finally is the Shock Treatment Double Feature Drag Show and Halloween Party on Oct. 31 (Doors at 5:30, Shows at 6:30 & 7:30, After Party 9:30pm) starring Harlow Justice with Transylvanians at Open Space Studios. We talked to some fine folx connected to all three events. Source Weekly: Is there a specific theme for your drag show this Halloween (other than just, you know, Halloween)? Foxy LaHound from Cult of Tuck: This year, The Cult of Tuck's Halloween show will be called DRAG ME TO HELL and we're leaning into the Cult part of our name! The theme of this show is the occult. It'll be dark, witchy and demonic. We may be planning a satanic ritual. All of our performers will be doing drag numbers that would ignite the satanic panic of the ‘80s. Just a bunch of goofy nerds who have watched too many horror films and play Dungeons and Dragons. Raechel Gilland from Shock Treatment: This Shock Treatment Double Feature Drag Show and Halloween party is especially geared toward “Rocky Horror” fans. It’s an audience interactive participation show that features both seasoned and new drag performers that do very sexy, seductive and maybe a little scary pieces from both soundtracks of “Rocky Horror” and its lesser known sequel, “Shock Treatment.” It also includes other pieces of choice from our performers that are not from either film but are also very Halloween. Justin Buckles from the Diva Drag Brunch: Spooky Season, of course! The show will definitely have a good mix of classic drag, spooky performances and burlesque. We're including performers from Portland, Bend, as well as from Reno. This cast is one of the best I've ever brought to the Campfire Hotel. SW: All ages? Foxy LaHound: While there is no age restriction, this show would not be suitable for younger audiences. Use your discretion as far as your teenager is concerned. Raechel Gilland: 21+.

Justin Buckles: If you're 21 or older you're more than welcome. We always welcome a celebration at the shows so if you're celebrating a birthday, wedding, bachelorette party, etc.... we would love to have you in attendance. Feel free to dress up and go over the top! SW: Is there something about Bend in particular that makes it a good place for drag/burlesque shows? Raechel Gilland: Bend is growing in inclusivity and culture for the arts. I think there has been an increase of interest and education for both drag and burlesque as we celebrate each other as humans. I like to think that we are finally learning how to support each other as individuals beyond differences in sexuality, gender or beliefs. SW: What would you say people can expect from this show? Is it spooky? Foxy LaHound: This will definitely be an ooky-spooky show, but we are also a bunch of goof-balls who just want to summon demons and party! There will be a dance party immediately after the last number and it will be booty-shakin' and queer AF! So, we hope that people will come looking to enjoy some fun black magik vibes and a dance party meant for queerdos. Justin Buckles: You can definitely expect spooky vibes, but on the flip side you can also expect classic burlesque and drag performances, campy / comedy-based drag and burlesque performances and more. Raechel Gilland: A little "Shock Treatment" never hurt anyone! Sometimes we need to be shook up a little to overcome our own quirks so be prepared to be thrilled, chilled and fulfilled by the end of the night! Be aware that this show is NOT for the faint or the closed minded! Definitely rated X for some nudity and a little bit of blood leaving the audience, as we like to say, Scare-roused!

Photos by Rayni Williams

The Halloween Haul!

HALLOWEEN

From safe trick-or-treat to amazing dance parties, here’s a round-up of events that will delight By Armando Borrego

For the Family: What to do with your lovely little goblins this Halloween? 2023 Pumpkin Patch at Schilling's Garden Market Pick from a variety of gourds, mums and other specialty pumpkins until the end of October. Now until Oct. 31, Schilling's Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend-Redmond Hwy, Bend. Free. Youth Class- Halloween Treats Have your child cook up something spectacular at this class for children aged 7-17. Sat., Oct. 28, 5:30pm at Kindred Creative Kitchen. 2525 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Bend. $50. Deschutes Title's Trunk-Or-Treat Come on out to this parking lot “Trunk-ortreat” event and take home as much candy as you can carry on Tue., Oct. 31, 4-6pm. Deschutes Title. 397 SW Upper Terrace Dr., Bend. Free. Halloween Hang Out – Toddler and Kids Open Play Dress up the little ones for a night of open play. Fri., Oct. 27 at 9am for little ones/1pm for kids under 12. Free Spirit Yoga. 320 SW Powerhouse Dr., Ste. 150, Bend. $24. Throw Together: Pumpkin Wheel Throwing for Parents and Kids Book a spot for you and your child to make clay pumpkins alongside one another. Thursday, Oct., 26, 5:15pm. Wondery Art and Adventure School. 19570 Amber Meadow Dr., Ste., 110. Bend. $65. Trunk or Treat A community trick-or-treat event hosted by Trinity Lutheran School. Kids and families of every denomination are welcome. Tuesday, Oct. 31, 4-6pm. Trinity Lutheran School. 2550 NE Butler Market Rd., Bend. Free.

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Roundabout Books- 7th Anniversary Party Celebrate Roundabout Books 7th anniversary with this Halloween party. Tue., Oct. 31, 10am-6pm. Roundabout Books. 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Free. Comedy Con Comedy Con promises a night of terrific comedy with the added fun of cosplay costumes. Fri., Oct. 27, 8-9pm at Silver Moon Brewing. 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $20. Escape The Underground Gather a team for an unearthly journey through a web of riddles crafted by spirits trapped in Bend’s underground. Sun., Oct. 29, Noon-5pm. $44. Tickets available at RiddleRoutes.com. Get Your Freak On- Seksé Halloween Social and Showcase

Halloween Dive-In Movie The Campfire Hotel will celebrate its anniversary with a weekend of Halloween-themed events set to start with a screening of “Friday the 13th,” on Fri., Oct. 27, 7-9pm at the Campfire Hotel. 721 NE 3rd St., Bend. $10. Halloween Diva Drag Brunch Some of Portland's best drag performers and local Bend favorites at a brunch full of acrobatics, drag, dancing and fun. Sat., Oct. 28, Noon-2pm. Campfire Hotel. 721 NE 3rd Street, Bend. $25. DRAG Me to Hell: A Cult of Tuck Halloween Drag Show and Dance Party Let your inner monster out at this spectacular night of drag and dancing. Silver Moon Brewing on Fri., Oct. 27, 8pm. $25-$35. Sapphic Supper Club Vol II: Halloween Dinner Party This inclusive dinner is held to foster a safe and welcoming space for queer people by queer people. Sun., Oct. 29, 6-9pm. Chomp Chomp. 945 Bond St., Bend. Shock Treatment Double Feature Drag Show and Halloween Party

This night of partying will feature performances of Seksé dance and pole showcases followed by after-parties starting at 9pm on Sat., Oct. 28, 6pm at Box Factory. 550 SW Industrial Wy., Bend. Free.

Enjoy a spooky drag performance including interaction with the audience and cast before a 21+ Halloween party. Tue., Oct. 31, 5:30pm. Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $30-$50.

Scaryaoke Paint Night!

The Addams Family: A New Musical

Artist Sandy Klein leads participants in a painting class themed for the holiday. Also a Karaoke DJ. Creative Art and Picture Framing. Sat., Oct. 28, 6-9pm. 2115 NE Highway 20, Bend. $42.

The Ponderosa Players bring the royal family of Halloween to the stage. Wed.-Fri. Oct. 25-27, 7pm and Sat., Oct. 28 shows at 2pm and 7pm. Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafeyette Ave., Bend. $15-$25.

Spooky Wine and Paint Night Paint pumpkins led by Chalked Creative host, Kristen. Wed., Oct. 25, 7-9pm. Flights Wine Bar. 1444 Northwest College Wy., Ste. 1. $48. Spooky Slam Roundabout Books hosts a spooky evening in partnership with OSU-Cascades' Writing MFA program. Stop in to hear original work from local writers, read some of your own work or recite a classic. Tue., Oct. 31, 6:30-7:30pm. Roundabout Books. 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Free. Something Wicked This Way Comes: A Bend Burlesque Halloween Show Costumes are encouraged at this night of sultry performances, eerie aesthetics and macabre entertainment. 21+ only, have a drink and take a walk on the wild side Tue., Oct. 31, 7-10pm. The Capitol. 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend. $20-$35. Scaryoke and Costume Contest Step into the spotlight, sing your heart out and dance for hours! Tue., Oct. 31, 7pm. Big E’s Sports Bar. 1012 SE Cleveland Ave., Bend. Free.

Skeleton-Shake: Don’t dance on tombstones, find your groove at these events. Spooky Sunday Spins Dance Party A costumed dance party and music sets from DJs Colby and Riles. Sun., Oct. 29, 6:309:30pm. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market. 21175 SE Reed Market Rd., Lot #2, Bend. Free. The ‘90s Emo Prom Party-scientist UltraDJGirl delivers a mix of goth, emo and classic ‘90s hits. Fri., Oct. 27, 9pm. Seven Nightclub and Restaurant.1033 NW Bond St., Bend. Price TBA. Duffy's Annual Halloween Costume Party with Countryfied! A dance party complete with a costume contest. Attendees can enter either individually or get together in a group costume on Sat., Oct. 28, 6:30pm at General Duffy’s Annex. 404 SW Forest Ave., Redmond. $35. House Or Treat: Taiki Nulight with Ballads On Fri., Oct. 27 9pm, house-music artist Taiki Nulight performs a set of pulsing synths and electronic bass at the Midtown Ballroom. 51 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $20-$25. The Halloween Bass Crypt Four stellar DJs rock the turntables for a night of spooky electronic dance music. Sets from DJ Schaabb, Eyeneye and more on Tue., Oct. 31, 8pm at Silver Moon Brewing. 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $5. Belfry Halloween Extravaganza! David Jacob-Strain and the Crunk Mountain Boys perform slide-guitar and songs with devil-may-care attitude. Costumes encouraged. The Belfry. Sat., Oct. 28, 7-11pm. 302 E. Main St., Sisters. $25. Halloween Party with Blackflowers Blacksun, Shade 13 and Johnny Bourbon

Howling for Halloween: Events where Scooby-doo could hang out. Pints for Pitbulls Benefitting CAMP Clinics Enjoy music from Long Gone Wilder Band, dress up your dog and enter the “pup costume contest” to win prizes on Sat., Oct. 28, 5:30-7pm. Cascades Lakes Pub. 21175 SE Reed Market Rd., Lot #2, Bend. Free. Tricks and Treats "Howl-o-ween Pawty" Dress your furry friend in a show-stopping costume as all pets with a costume will receive a goodie bag just for them. Bend Wine Bar and Winery Tasting Room. Sat., Oct. 28, 4-9pm. 550 SW Industrial Way, Ste., 194. Bend. Free.

This Halloween jam brings the party downtown as rock-bands Blackflowers Blacksun, Shade 13 and Johnny Bourbon take the stage on Sat., Oct. 28, 9pm at M&J Tavern. 102 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Free. Avid's Halloween Blowout Bash Photo opportunities, pizza, cider and sets by DJ Gitanos, DJ Schaab, and DJ Teez(us) will send off Avid Cider on its final night at the Box Factory on Fri., Oct. 27, 9pm. Avid Cider Co. Taproom. 550 SW Industrial Way, Ste., 190. Free. Five Nights at Freddy’s Costume Party Seven Nightclub and Restaurant’s 15-year anniversary with a themed costume party. Live DJ performance by UltraDJGirl, with VIP experience and bottle service available. Sat., Oct. 28, Midnight. Seven Nightclub and Restaurant. 1033 NW Bond St., Bend. For pricing, please email sevenbend@gmail. com.

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Enjoy a small batch taste testing presented by Bend Ale Trail and On Tap. Bend Ale Trail passports will be available to participants for free. Pint glass giveaway for the first 200 customers there. Costumes encouraged for the costume contest on Sat., Oct. 28, Noon-6pm at On Tap. 1424 NE Cushing Dr., Bend. Free.

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f you’re dressing as Barbie for Halloween this year, no one needs to tell you how to slay it. After all, you’re Barbie and in charge of your own destiny. Loving that rollerblade costume from the beach scene, or the formal admission of Weird Barbie into Barbie Land? Your costume is only a pink dream away. If there’s one thing we learned from watching this year’s “Barbie” movie, it’s that everyone can be Barbie, and no one’s Barbie needs to be quite like yours. And while your look may be unique, you won’t be alone in dressing up as Barbie this Halloween. The beloved-then-reviled-thenredeemed doll and her Big Movie is the top-searchedfor Halloween costume for 2023, according to Google’s FrightGeist. That, along with the facts that “Barbie” has cleared $1.4 billion at the box office and is ranked as the 14th highest-grossing film of all time (as of press time), it’s more than apparent that Barbs is 2023’s juggernaut. I, for one, could not have seen this coming. I’m fairly certain I’m not alone.

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This Halloween, Barbie is the bomb! Boo!

I played with Barbies ‘til I had to quit, because junior high. But this Halloween, all us closetBarbie lovers get to hop off the hate-wagon. A brief history of an ‘80s Barbie fan I think my arc of devotion for Barbie follows that of a lot of femmes my age – from love to distaste and back to a loving kind of nostalgia and the promise of a renewed feminism for the next generation. I am among those legions of Gen Xers and Millennials and even some Gen Zers whose Barbie collections loomed large; who dreamed of their own Barbie Dream Houses but who, damn you Santa, had to settle for the Beach Shack or, in a canny prelude to the pandemic of our adulthoods, the combined Barbie Home and Office. In the ‘80s, my cousin Tara and I would spend entire summer days playing Barbies, never getting out of our pajamas while we spun worlds involving parties, boyfriends and social intrigue. As the ‘90s approached, the pending agony of junior high meant I was forced to give up my hard-core fantasy world of pink before I was quite ready. Lucky for me, schools back then tended to be broken up into junior highs made up of seventh to ninth graders rather than middle schools populated by sixth

to eighth graders, so I was able to remain a child, eligible for Barbie-playing, all the way through sixth grade. I continued to drop in on my sisters’ Barbie adventures for a while longer, a good way to seem the nice big sister whilst also reliving a childhood fantasy. The mid-‘90s brought grunge and attitude and the notion of feminism to my life. Who was this Barbie chick, with her big breasts, giant thigh gap and plastic smile making all women feel bad about themselves for never measuring up? College and young adulthood produced vibes eerily similar to the middle-school daughter in this year’s blockbuster film. Even then, though, my Barbie collection remained in the attic of my parents’ home, brought out when I eventually had my own daughter. Here came a new challenge for the type of open-minded parent I wanted to be: Let the girl-child play with the ‘80s relics and find her own way to rejection or embrace of Barbie, or play the heavy and ban these anti-feminist, big-boob dolls outright? I opted for the former. Banning Barbie seemed all too much

like banning books, and I favor exploration over exile. That Barbie collection remains under my roof today, where now my nieces beg for the box to come out when they visit. (Said Barbies also grace this week’s Source Weekly cover. You’d better believe we had some fun “playing” Barbies once again.) Still, it’s not like I really thought about Barbie – about her flaws, her promise and all of that – until the movie came out this year. I, like many people, figured this new movie would be a blast from the past where we’d suspend our disbelief long enough to let Margot Robbie enchant us with yet another rendition of America’s favorite doll, IRL. I’d go to the movie with my nieces as cover, I figured, since no grown woman with any self-respect would see this movie except to relive childhood with the next generation. I was so wrong. “Barbie” takes us on a journey, from the candy-coated world of Barbie Land and its inside jokes about Weird Barbie and pregnant Barbie (whoops! She didn’t last long….) and then so much further. After an elaborate dance number, Barbie has

thoughts of death. What follows is a hero’s quest: discovering the perils of patriarchy, encountering self-doubt and society’s pressures, feeling bought and paid for, understanding that those in feminine bodies (and those in any body, really) often feel as if they’re not enough — and that despite their unique struggles, they are united in this delicate balancing act. Director Greta Gerwig and company performed a miracle: Encapsulating the wonder of childhood Barbie while also casting her in a wild modern world full of contradiction and unanswered questions, with a Ken who badly needs a purpose and a place to live. We are all Barbie, and yet no one is your Barbie. It's still a surprise to me that this movie, which caused the world to run out of pink paint for a while, would be the one to bring this skeptical world-weary feminist back from some type of brink. But it did. So, if you’re like me and you’re thinking of dressing as the #1 costume of 2023, don’t worry. No one is going to slay it quite like you.

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Learn the basics of watercolor painting in a fun and relaxing place with a professional leading and helping you. Mimosa flights, charcuterie boards and everything provided for creating a 9x12" painting. Sun., Oct. 29, 3-5pm. Eqwine Wine Bar. 218 SW 4th St., Redmond. $45.

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Immersion Brewing hosts an incredible nighttime bash with live DJ sets from Liam Lantern and others. Spooky-themed cocktails and craft beer available, entry fee includes a jello-shot! Sat., Oct. 28, 9pm-2am at Immersion Brewing. 550 SW Industrial Way, Ste. 185. Bend. $10. For more Halloween-themed events, check out this week’s feature pages for a full list! Soul in Motion

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Learn new ways of moving and explore what Soul in Motion is all about. Time to step down from the tower of your mind and land joyfully in your body, giving it space, breath and a chance to move alone and together on Thu., Oct. 26, 6pm at Continuum, a school of Shadow Yoga. 155 SW Century Dr., Ste. 112, Bend. Free.

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This all-women's road race winds right through the heart of downtown Sisters. All runners will receive gifts and goodies post-race, registration is required. Sat., Oct. 28, 9am-2pm. Five Pine Lodge. 1021 Desperado Trail, Sisters. $45-$105.

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American-psych rockers Bright Light Social Hour bring its latest tour through Bend to promote its latest album, “Emergency Leisure.” Have a drink and enjoy the show on Tue., Oct. 31, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $18.

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October is ADHD/Dyslexia Awareness Month. At the Samsara Learning Center there will be many activities both family and neurodivergent-friendly. Community resource booths and child care for the event will be available as all are welcome to celebrate and raise awareness on Wed., Oct. 25, 6-7:30pm. Samara Learning Center. 230 NE 9th St., Bend. Free.

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Harry Potter Trivia Night The Pub on Century is hosting a Harry Potter Trivia Night! Muggles and wizards alike, assemble your teams and join for a night of enchantment, prizes, and snack visits from the Hogwarts Express Trolley witch. Reservations highly reccomended, $15 registration fee per team. 6-8pm. $15.

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

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

Wednesday Jam Sessions Drink some fine cask or imported beers and try some amazing British pies while listening to some local musicians jam out. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

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

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

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

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Show The CO Show is a free comedy showcase! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm! Central Oregon Comedy Scene and Karaokaine productions have teamed up to bring this show to you! It’s co-hosted with multiple hosts, co-produced for Central Oregon! 8pm. Free.

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better Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music every Wednesday from 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.

Eqwine Wine Bar Open Mic An open mic on the new outdoor stage and heated patio. 21 and older only. Now offering full bar menu! 7-9pm. Free. Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke Steal the

show solo, or sing a duet with a friend. Karaoke night with KJ Alana at the Hub City Bar and Grill. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

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

Trivia Night Trivia Night at The Vault! Come test your knowledge and drink top notch local beer! 6:30-8pm. Free.

Kobold Brewing The Lair Trivia Come join for trivia night and enjoy quality craft beer and food! 7-8:30pm. Free.

Worthy Beers & Burgers Join every Wednesday for Mario Kart, Amazon Luna games, card games and board games (feel free to BYO games). Grab your friends, grab a drink and let’s play! 6-9pm. Free.

26 Thursday The Cellar-A Porter Brewing Company The Ballybogs and Friends Grab a pint, relax and enjoy live music by an amazing group of artists that brings the best Irish trad music in Central Oregon. Every Thursday at The Cellar. 6-8pm. Free.

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day 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.

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Night Another fun weekly game night at Avid! Wrangle your teammates and join the host and other groups as everyone competes to name the most popular answers to survey questions. No abstract trivia knowledge needed for this game! Lots of prizes and laughs to be had. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

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

River’s Place Richard Taelour Trio Blues, funk, jazz and soul music all wrapped up in one band for one night! 6-8pm. Free. Silver Moon Brewing Lost Ox and Love Mischeaf Lost Ox brings its genre-blending jams to Silver Moon Brewing on Thursday, Oct. 26 with Sacramento-based Love Mischief kicking things off. Halloween costume shenanigans with Silver Moon Brewing! For more artist information visit https://lovemischief.org/ 7-10pm. 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.

Stihl Whiskey Bar Rock n’ Roll Hits from ‘60s and ‘70s! Bringing live music back to Stihl Whiskey Bar with musician and rock n’ roll encyclopedia, Bobby Beaulieu of Seattle band, The Beatniks. Come for dinner, a drink and to hear classic rock hits performed live! 7-9pm. Free. The Capitol Open Decks: 10 Live DJs 10 live

DJs. Open format. 30-minute sets. Hosted by “Its Fine” & SoMuchHouse at The Capitol in Downtown Bend. Fourth Thursday of every month, 8pm-1am. $5.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Pixie and The Partygrass Boys with Billy and The Box Kid Pixie and The Partygrass Boys may be far from their humble beginnings, but they still don’t take themselves too seriously. What began as a group of ski bums playing house parties in the Cottonwood Canyons of Salt Lake City has evolved into a nationally touring band. 8-11:59pm. $18.

27 Friday AVID Cider Co. Taproom Avid’s Halloween Blowout Bash Join Avid Cider for the final day at the Box Factory location. This Halloween bash will be the party to end all parties. Three DJ performances, Bend VW photo bus, food vendors and more. Prizes for best costumes- solo, couple, group. 9pm. Free. Bend Poker Room Friday Night Poker Tournament Come on in for the Friday night poker tournament! $80 entry with unlimited rebuys for the first hour and an optional add-on for $40 at the first break. Patrons pay a $10 entrance fee. No money bet in any game is collected by the Bend Poker Room. 6-11pm. $80.

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards

Superball Superball is back to rock your bell bottoms. 6-9pm. $25.

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. Hub City Bar & Grill Dj Music A night of

music and dancing with a hardworking DJ making sure the party doesn’t stop. 9pm. Free.

Big E’s Sports Bar 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 admission. Midtown Ballroom House or Treat: Take

Nulight with Ballads A night of amazing house music. 21+ 9pm. $20-$25.

Seven Nightclub & Restaurant ‘90s Emo

Prom Start the weekend parties off with a ‘90s Emo Prom. Ultradjgirl will be playing all the fun emo and dance hits for the first couple of hours followed by open format dance music until close. 9pm-2am. TBD.

Silver Moon Brewing Comedy Con The Ultimate Cosplay Comedy Extravaganza! Silver Moon transforms into a comedic realm like no other, marking the Official Debut of Beertown Comedy at Silver Moon! Step out of the ordinary and into a world where your favorite fictional characters crack you up! This isn’t just another comedy night, it’s a Halloween spectacle supercharged with imagination and hilarity. 8-9pm. Silver Moon Brewing DRAG Me to Hell: A

Cult of Tuck Halloween Drag Show and Dance Party Come all ghouls, goblins, witches, demons and devils to a spectacular night of fabulously macabre drag performances followed by a wicked and wild dance party. 8pm-Midnight. $25-$35.

28 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 Belfry Belfry Halloween Extravaganza! The 11th annual Belfry Halloween Extravaganza is underway! Be prepared for the unexpected, the sassy, the puppets, the glitter and the warm fires and fall weather. Always an amazing array of local costumes on display. Come dance your hooves off and shake your fairy wings to the always spectacular David Jacob-Strain and the Crunk Mountain Boys!! 7-11pm. $25. Boss Rambler Beer Club A Kooky Halloween Party An adult only Halloween Party. $50 gift cards for best costume-single, couple and group categories, photo booth, vampire’s blood slushies, spooky seltzer cocktails, pumpkin beer, food specials, horror films, black lights, smoke, cobwebs and more. Free entry, doors open at 6pm. Let’s get kooky! 6-10pm. Free. Bridge 99 Brewery Stage 28 Karaoke Come out for a night of all ages Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? 6pm. Free. Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy at Craft: The Away Team Road Comics based out of Bend are getting together to bring the best comedy Bend has to offer. Hosted by Carl Click. 8-10pm.

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

CALENDAR General Duffy’s Annex Duffy’s Annual

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Halloween Costume Party with Countryfied! Duffy’s Annual Halloween Costume Party. Music and entertainment by Countryfied!! Compete and win the individual or group costume contest!!!Music kicks off at 7 pm, costume contest starts at 8 pm. Dance party 9-10 pm. 6:30-10pm. $35.

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

River’s Place Toast and Jam Celebrate this 5-year anniversary with a night of amazing music. Come out and party! 5-7pm. Free.

Immersion Brewing Halloween Bash Immersion Brewing’s Halloween bash is back! There will be live DJ sets, a mechanical bull, karaoke, spooky cocktails and of course, lots of craft beer! $10 entry fee includes a jello shot. 9pm-2am. $10.

Silver Moon Brewing Not’Cho Grandma’s

M&J Tavern Halloween Party with Blackflowers Blacksun, Shade 13 and Johnny Bourbon It's hard to mess up a Halloween party, but these bands are going to try! The M and J Halloween Party with Blackflowers Blacksun stretches way way back. BFBS always bring the best acts and funnest folks around. Come on out and be a part of the mess! 9pm-1:30am. Free.

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

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

Northside Bar & Grill Ruckus Classic rock

30 Monday

On Tap Live Music with Wrong Warp A night of

The Astro Lounge Musician’s Open Mic

and popular dance tunes. 8-11pm. Free. amazing pop-indie tunes! 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Saturday Jazz Sessions Jack Krouscup delivers timeless jazz standards 6-8pm. Free. Seven Nightclub & Restaurant Five

Nights at Freddy’s Costume Party Celebrating the 15th Anniversary weekend with a Five Nights at Freddy’s costume party. UltraDJGirl is spinning the parties. VIP and bottles available. Email for info. Midnight-2am. Price TBD.

Volcanic Theatre Pub The Lil Smokies and Town Mountain with Two Runner Blending virtuosic instrumental acrobatics with riveting lyrical craftsmanship, The Lil Smokies have earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in modern American roots music thanks to their exhilarating live show and critically acclaimed studio output. 8-11:59pm. $22.

29 Sunday The Astro Lounge Local Artist Spotlight

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

Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market

Spooky Sunday Spins Dance Party Get ready to boogie at a Halloween-themed costume dance party on the Brew Deck! For the grand finale of Sunday Spins, DJ sets from the dynamic duo, Colby and Riles. will play throughout the night. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

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

Maragas Winery Maragas Winery - Live Music Live music inside the winery - Original creative jazz, blues, R ‘n’ B, classical, and Americana-folk rock. See Details for this Sunday’s music at www.maragaswinery.com. 1-4pm. Free.

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River’s Place Trivia Sundays at Noon Trivia

Hub City Bar & Grill Dj Music A night of

music and dancing with a hardworking DJ making sure the party doesn’t stop. 9pm. Free.

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Designed for musicians that create and make music, originals or covers. Pros to first-timers all welcome. Very supportive hosts and great listening audience. Guitars can be provided. Hosted by the Harris Blake Band. Nancy Blake and Danny guitar Harris. 8-11:45pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Mondays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free. The Yard at Bunk + Brew Bunk and Brew Open Mic Monday Please join on Monday evenings from 6-8pm for Open Mic Monday in the Yard at Bunk and Brew. Guaranteed 3 songs/15 minutes. Covers or originals. Minors welcome. Food and beverage on site. Sign up at 5:30pm. 6pm. Free. Elixir Wine Group 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.

High Desert Music Hall Trivia Night:

Rotating Mondays Gather your team and join for a fun night of Trivia, every other Monday. Prizes awarded to the top teams. All ages. Every other Monday, 7pm. 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 Enjoy Beertown Comedy Open Mic every Monday Night at Silver Moon Brewing! Sign-up starts at 6:30pm and closes at 7pm, when the show starts. They have 15, five minute spots available. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Comedy Open Mic

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

Live-wire musician and bassist Karina Rykman, known for performing on Late Night with Seth Meyers, will perform original psych-pop songs on Thu., Nov. 2, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub.

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

31 Tuesday AVID Cider Co. Taproom Last Call Trivia Get ready to stretch your mind with Last Call Trivia! Grab your team (or come join one), and head to Avid Cider for an array of categories and themes, while sipping on your favorite beverage. Free to play and prizes to win! 6:30-8:30pm. Free. The Commons Cafe & Taproom Storytellers Open Mic StoryTellers open mic nights are full of music, laughs and community. Ky Burt is the host. Sign-ups start at 5pm sharp in the cafe, and spots go quick. 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. 6pm. Free. General Duffy’s Annex Tuesday Night Triv-

ia in Redmond Genuine UKB Trivia is no average quiz night, it’s a live trivia game show! Meet up with your pals and team up this week! Win stuff! 6-8pm. Free.

Big E’s Sports Bar Scaryoke and Costume Contest A fun night of karaoke, prizes and fun. Be sure to dress in the deadly best for the costume contest. 7pm. Free. Open Space Event Studios Shock Treatment Double Feature Drag Show and Halloween Party Unconventional conventionalists have come together to create a monster of a show in this double feature drag show and Halloween party! Enjoy some spooky seductive performances, food, Halloween party bags and more. VIPS get extra perks including front-row seating, interaction with the cast, and an Adult Halloween Party Bag including shots with the cast and other fun surprises! 21+ only. 5:3011:59pm.$30-$50.

SATURDAY, OCT. 28 AT 6:30PM

SATURDAY, OCT. 28 AT 8PM

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY

COMEDY @ CRAFT

With Countryfied General Duffy’s Annex

The Away Team Craft Kitchen & Brewery

Silver Moon Brewing The Halloween Bass Crypt The Halloween Bass Crypt spooky EDM show featuring DJ sets from Schaabb, Swell, Eyeneye and LiamLantern. 8-11pm. The Capitol Something Wicked This Way Comes: A Bend Burlesque Halloween Show This wicked show at The Capitol is for all the bad witches out there. Doors open at 7pm. Show will begin at 8pm. Costumes are strongly encouraged, but not required. This show is for 21+ only. 7-10pm. $20-$35.

Volcanic Theatre Pub The Bright Light Social Hour Austin-based indie psychedelic band The Bright Light Social Hour kick off spring with new single “Not New” announced alongside news of tour dates and a new album, Emergency Leisure, released Aug. 2 via Escondido Sound. 8-11:59pm. $18. Worthy Beers & Burgers Head Games Trivia

Night Join for live multi-media trivia every Tuesday night. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. 7-9pm. Free.

MUSIC

Hearts for Ukraine: A Benefit Concert

Inspired by a Ukrainian student attending COCC, local vocalists and instrumentalists will perform to benefit the people of Ukraine. Admission by donation of any amount to UNICEF at the door or online. Open seating. Oct. 29, 4-5:15pm. Bend Church United Methodist, 680 NW Bond St, Bend. Contact: 541-678-0374. Donations welcome.

Sunday Brunch and Karaoke Wake up

right with brunch and karaoke! Sundays, 10am3pm. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Avenue, Redmond. Free.

DANCE

Argentine Tango Classes and Dance

Join every Wednesday for Tango classes and dancing! Your first class is free. Tango 101 Class from 6:30-7pm, no partner needed! All levels class from 7-8pm. Open dancing from 8-9:30pm. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-7283234. tangocentraloregon@gmail.com. $5-$10.

TUESDAY, OCT. 31 AT 8PM

SHOCK TREATMENT

Drag Show & Halloween Party Open Space Event Studios

Commitment, gratitude, and expansion were our big themes last year, and they remain relevant, but with some big updates to share. We remain committed to growing with the needs of our community and meeting families where they are. We are forever grateful for the many partners it takes to provide our high-quality, trauma-informed services. When it comes to expansion, keep reading! At MountainStar, we see our community’s vulnerable families and we understand the barriers that can turn abuse and neglect into multi-generational issues. We respond with both long-standing as well as innovative solutions, as you can see in the following pages. Families in MountainStar programs are surrounded by a village of support. You are a part of that village, along with other donors, volunteers, advocates, and community partners. Thank you for recognizing the important work we do and standing with us to keep children safe and parents successful. With your commitment and confidence in our services, MountainStar remains at the forefront of conversations around crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, high-quality early childhood programs, and multi-generation impact. This is our work, and we are proud to be a leader in Central Oregon. Again, thank you for your partnership and commitment to child abuse prevention. I am proud to work alongside you on behalf of children and families in our community. Sincerely,

Kara Tachikawa, Executive Director

RELIEF NURSERY MILESTONES

LA PINE AND BIRDIES 4 BABIES

GROWTH, COMMITMENT & GRATITUDE

Welcome to MountainStar La Pine! Our new location is almost ready, and we are excited to open our doors to families in South Deschutes County. With over seven years of outreach services in La Pine, this new site brings two therapeutic classrooms, meeting space for families, clothing and food banks, and a playground for babies and toddlers. In the first year, MountainStar will serve 30 La Pine children through our therapeutic early childhood program and outreach services, and eventually serve 50 children and their families each year. With this new site, there are new opportunities! We are currently hiring staff, looking for classroom volunteers and Fairy God-Parents, and we’re excited to work with community partners to expand services for families. If you share our vision to nurture a child’s emotional, physical, and intellectual development in a safe environment, then MountainStar is the place for you.

MountainStar La Pine Made Possible By: Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners Central Oregon Health Council Early Learning Hub of Central Oregon First Interstate Bank Foundation Ford Family Foundation JTMF Foundation Lamb Foundation MDU Resources Foundation Oregon Department of Administrative Services PGE Foundation St. Charles Health System Sunriver La Pine Rotary Club CA Rowles Engineering and Design

Sunriver Women’s Club Central Oregon Land Surveying LLC

Modern Building Systems, WillScot Mobile Mini

Volunteers of America

BIRDIES 4 BABIES

On August 13, MountainStar hosted its 9th Annual Birdies for Babies (B4B) golf and gala fundraiser with 100% of event proceeds supporting MountainStar’s trauma-informed, strength-based child abuse prevention program for Central Oregon families who are living in crisis. A big thank you to our 9-Year Lead Sponsor, PAHLISCH, a dedicated partner who values the impact of MountainStar’s programs in our community. MountainStar extends a special thanks to the B4B planning committee. These ladies go above and beyond to ensure the event is successful and guests have a great experience. Carole Frazier Tori Howes

Jenny Mitchell Stephanie Powell

Decor Painting & Excavation LLC

Roma McCoy Cindy Rinker

Through the support of B4B participants, local businesses, and volunteers, MountainStar has raised over $2M in the last nine years!

JOIN US FOR OUR 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF BIRDIES FOR BABIES AUGUST 2024

STRENGTHENING FAMILIES TO KEEP KIDS SAFE MountainStar Family Relief Nursery prevents child abuse and neglect through community support and therapeutic services that help vulnerable children and families thrive. We are the only program in Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Countries providing therapeutic classrooms, parenting education services, and family support targeted at protecting babies and toddlers who are at significant risk for abuse and neglect.

TOGETHER WE KEEP KIDS SAFE! DONATE TODAY

Stay informed! Sign up for MountainStar’s monthly STAR News and follow us on social media! For more information go to mtstar.org!

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CALENDAR

Basic/Intermediate Ikebana: Traditional Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

Contemporary Realist Open Gallery and Studio A Contemporary Realist, David

Kreitzer paints in the tradition of the old masters, and is known for his raking light and tranlucent water paintings. The Kreitzer Gallery and studio are filled with master stunning images in oils & watercolors. Fridays-Sundays, Noon-6pm. David Kreitzer Fine Art Gallery and Studio, 20214 Archie Briggs Rd, Bend. Contact: 805-234-2048. jkreitze@icloud.com. Free.

Little By Little: Building Community Through Art Teafly will exhibit a collection Punk-rock queen Kate Clover’s music is based in provocative revolution. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the movement and enjoy the show on Mon., Nov. 6, at 8pm at the Volcanic Theatre Pub.

Get your freak on -Seksé Halloween Social and Showcase Come drink, socialize, check out amazing deals then get ready for the show at 6:30pm featuring Seksé dance and pole showcases. Box factory after-parties at 9pm Oct. 28, 6-9pm. Box Factory, 550 SW industrial way, Bend. Contact: 541-550-7273. info@sekse.fit. Free.

Intro to Soul in Motion Come out and play! Learn new ways of moving and explore what Soul in Motion is all about. Time to step down from the tower of your mind and land joyfully in your body giving it space, breath and a chance to move alone and together. Oct. 26, 6-7:15pm. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. Free. Line Dancing Lessons Come on down

to learn new country line dances! They have beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons. Check the Cricket Instagram to find out which it is this week! Come with a partner, friends, or come single and you’ll have a great time! See y’all there! Every other Thursday, 7-9pm. Through Dec. 31. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Free, tips appreciated.

Nia Fusion of dance, martial arts and healing

arts focusing on reconnecting to body sensations and the body’s natural way of movement through form, freedom and play. You will dance though deep intention and joyful expressions to connect to your true nature. Tuesdays, 5:15pm. Bend Hot Yoga, 1230 NE 3rd St. UnitA230, Bend. Contact: yoga@bendhotyoga.com. $20/drop-In.

Soul in Motion Movement & Dance

Come move with what is moving in you, in community, putting a little more life in your life!! No experience necessary... guided and facilitated to support you to sink down from the chatter of your mind and into your body... inviting it take the lead. Mindful movement and dance... drop in. Wednesdays, 6-7:15pm. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. $20.

FILM EVENTS

Blue Notes Records: Beyond The Notes “Blue Note Records: Beyond the Notes”

explores the unique vision behind the iconic jazz record label. Through rare archival footage, current recording sessions and conversations with Blue Note artists, the film reveals a powerful mission and illuminates the vital connections between jazz and hip-hop. Oct. 26, 7-8:30pm. Sisters Movie House, 720 Desperado Court, Sisters. Contact: 541-549-8833. inquiries@ sistersmoviehouse.com. $16.

Halloween Dive-In Movie Campfire Hotel, which opened in October 2020, commemorates the anniversary with an annual Nightmare on 3rd Street Halloween-themed weekend. Festivities begin on Oct. 27, with Friday The 13th “dive-in” horror movie event, food and drinks available at Canteen. Oct. 27, 7-9pm. Campfire Hotel, 721 Northeast 3rd Street, Bend. Contact: 541-3821515. $10. Rocky Horror Picture Show- The Film

COCC’s LGBTQ+Friends Club hosts Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 7-9pm, Oct. 29. First come, first serve. Ages 17+ suggested. This is a no-alcohol event. Costumes encouraged! No props, please. Oct. 29, 7-9pm. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central OR, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend. Contact: 541-383-7559. cfinney@cocc.edu. Free.

ARTS + CRAFTS

4th Friday Artwalk in Sisters Visit the

art galleries of Sisters. Meet artists and enjoy beautiful art, good company, music, demonstrations, plus sponsor food venues for during and following the art walk. The Sisters Arts Association was formed in 2015 by a group of artists and supporters. Fourth Friday of every month, 10am-7pm. Through Dec. 22. Downtown Sisters, Hood Avenue., Sisters. Contact: 541-719-8581. events@sistersartsassociation.org. Free.

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of their work from the last 20 years of living and working in Bend; including large scale versions of Source covers, their pieces “My Body Is Not A Democracy” and “Act of Love”— which have gone viral online. They will also exhibit new work. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1-6pm. Through Oct. 28. Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. Contact: marley@scalehouse.org. Free.

Paint and Sip at Initiative Brewing Come join Kristen, a local artist, through an 11”x14” painting while you sip your favorite beverage! Price includes all of your supplies, and the first drink is on me! Bring friends, family, date night, fun night, whatever night. No experience necessary to join! Thu, Oct. 26, 6-8pm and Thu, Nov. 16, 6-8pm. Initiative Brewing, 424 NW Fifth St., Redmond. Contact: 805-801-8328. chalkedcreative@gmail.com. $48. Scaryaoke Paint Night! Dress up in

costume for a great night of singing and painting with professional artist Sandy Klein and professional Karaoke DJ, Jackie Johnson at Creative Art and Picture Framing in Bend. Oct. 28, 6-9pm. Creative Art and Picture Framing, 2115 NE Highway 20, Bend. Contact: 541-585-1541. mustangsandy1963@gmail.com. $42.

Sip ‘n’ Paint Come out to Eqwine Bar for an afternoon of watercolor instructions with Shireen, all materials, shared charcuterie board and mimosa flight included in fee. Email Shireen at odyssey4art@yahoo.com to register. Oct. 29, 3-5pm. Eqwine Wine Bar, 218 SW 4th St, Redmond. Contact: 541-527-4419. eqwine.wine@ gmail.com. $45. Sip ‘n’ Paint-Beginning Watercol-

or Learn the basics of watercolor painting in a fun, relaxing place. Mimosa Flight, charcuterie and everything provided for creating a 9x12” painting. $45. Contact Shireen by Oct. 28, 3pm by email to odyssey4art@yahoo.com. More at iamphotoartist.com and eqwine-wine.com. Oct. 29, 3-5pm. Eqwine Wine Bar, 218 SW 4th St, Redmond. Contact: odyssey4art@yahoo.com. $45. Spooky Wine and Paint Night Come paint in the Flight Lounge! Hosted by Kristen of Chalked Creative, price includes 1 glass of wine and all your painting supplies. Oct. 25, 7-9pm. Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend. Contact: 541-728-0753. flightswinebend@ gmail.com. $48.

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PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

An Evening with Ronan Donovan Join the Museum in welcoming National Geographic photographer and explorer Ronan Donovan to celebrate the opening of the exhibition Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan. Donovan will share images he captured while studying wolves in Yellowstone National Park and Ellesmere Island in the Arctic Circle. A public reception in the Museum. $15 with RSVP Oct. 26, 7-8pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-3824754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. $15. Bend Design 2023 Speakers, Films, Creativity

and Conversation for Designers, Changemakers and the Curious! Hear from a diverse group of thinkers and doers in a series of keynote talks offering real-world insights that transcend creative sectors. Participate in creative workshops and events. Oct. 26 and Oct. 27. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: marley@scalehouse.org. $50-$175.

Bend Ghost Tours Join for Ghosts and

Legends of Downtown Bend Tour and hear all about Bend’s permanent residents! Your spirit guide will lead you through the haunted streets and alleyways of Historic Downtown Bend where you’ll learn about the city’s many macabre tales, long-buried secrets and famous ghosts. Wednesdays-Sundays, 7:30-9pm. Downtown Bend, Downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: 541-3500732. bendghosttours@gmail.com. $25.

Third Thursday Open Mic at the High Desert Music Hall Spoken word open mic

night for all poets, storytellers and writers. This is an in-person program. Join us at the High Desert Music Hall for a spoken word open mic night the third Thursday of the month. All writers and readers and word-lovers invited to attend and read. Every third Thursday, 6-8pm. Contact: 541312-1063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan The stunning exhibition, created by the

National Geographic Society and the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson, Wyoming, will feature Donovan’s images and videos of wolves in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and on Ellesmere Island in the high Canadian Artic. Free with paid admission. Oct. 21-Feb. 11. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. hhagemeier@highdesertmuseum.org. Free.

THEATER

Improv Class - Bend Institute of Comedy Comedy improvisation at the Bend Institute

of Comedy! Building confidence, lowering stress and expanding the mind. Train with actor-director-founder John Breen (Portlandia, Late Night with Conan O’Brien) all the way to comedic excellence! Saturdays, 1-3pm. Through Nov. 11. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. improvbend@ gmail.com. $245.

Little Shop of Horrors Come and see the Greenhouse Cabaret’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors.”Show runs Fri.-Sun. Oct. 20 until Nov. 11.The delightful story come to life at this amazing plant shop! Thursdays-Sundays, 7:30pm. Through Nov. 11. The Greenhouse Cabaret, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. $40.

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Create unique and beautiful Japanese Ikebana floral arrangements using techniques established over centuries. Historical, cultural and spiritual aspects of the practice accompany hands-on learning. Sundays, 1-3pm. Through Nov. 5. Boyle Education Center, COCC, 2600 NW College Way, Bend. Contact: 805-886-0542. geriservi@gmail.com. $199.

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Transfer Degrees Career & Technical Education Options Community Education | Adult Basic Skills English Language Learning Center for Business, Industry, and Professional Development Online and In-Person Options

cocc.edu • 541.383.7700 COCC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution.

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Steel Magnolias Steel Magnolias, written

The Addams Family: A New Musical

Join your favorite kooky, spooky family in a night of music and laughter! Presented by Ponderosa Players. Directed by Kisky Holwerda and Grey Conant Wed, Oct. 25, 7-9pm, Thu, Oct. 26, 7-9pm, Fri, Oct. 27, 7-9pm and Sat, Oct. 28, 2-4 and 7-9pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-410-5866. $15-$25.

WORDS

Roundabout Books- 7th Anniversary Party Join the party this Halloween with cake

and cider throughout the day, plus freebies while supplies lasts. Dress up and stop in to celebrate! Oct. 31, 10am-6pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541306-6564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Spooky Slam Come listen to spooky stories and witchy words! Read one of your own or share a classic! This family-friendly event is hosted by Roundabout Books and OSU-Cascades’s MFA in Writing Program. Costumes encouraged! Oct. 31, 6:30-7:30pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: julie@ roundaboutbookshop.org. Free. The Forge Public Reading Join The Forge

10-Month Writing Program for a celebration of the 2023 graduating cohort of creative writers. Hear them read from the projects they’ve developed and learn more about The Forge’s online writing program. Readings followed by general jubilance and cake! All are welcome! Oct. 28, 3-5pm. Downtown Bend Public Library - Brooks Room, 601 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-6336839. theforgewriting@gmail.com. Free.

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Herbal Medicine Making Series with Dr. Ashley During these fun, hands-on work-

shops, you will learn all about herbal applications, when and why to use them, and will also make product in class with instruction from Dr. Ashley. Sat, Oct. 28, 11:30am-1pm, Sat, Nov. 4, 11:30am-1pm, Sat, Nov. 11, 11:30am-1pm and Sat, Nov. 18, 11:30am-1pm. The Peoples Apothecary, 1841 NE Division Street #150, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@thepeoplesapothecary.net. $55.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

Bend Adult Volleyball Bend Hoops adult open

The Circuit BIPOC Climbing Night Join

the Circuit Rock gym the last Thursday every month for an event that welcomes all in the BIPOC community. Last Thursday of every month. The Circuit Bouldering Gym Bend, 63051 NE Corporate Pl, Bend. 50% off day pass.

Happy Girls Run Need a little nature

therapy and some time away? Enjoy some bonding time with women of all ages and levels in the appropriately-named town of Sisters. Choose between the all-women’s trail half marathon featuring single-track in the Deschutes National Forest (on the Peterson Ridge Trail system) with some pretty stellar views or take part in the 5K and 10K road race that winds through scenic downtown Sisters. All races cross the same finish line, welcoming all to enjoy the beautiful FivePine campus under the towering Ponderosa pines. We’re ready to spoil you with some amazing gifts too -we know you’re gonna love it! **Make sure to register early – the half marathon is limited to 500 runners and sells out every year. Oct. 28, 9am-2pm. Five Pine Lodge, 1021 Desperado Trail, Sisters, Sisters. Contact: 541-323-0964. info@ layitoutevents.com. $45 - $105.

Redmond Running Group Run All levels

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

VOLUNTEER

Bunny Rescue Needs Volunteers

Looking for more volunteers to help with tidying bunny enclosures, feeding, watering, giving treats, head scratches, play time and fostering. All ages welcome and time commitments are flexible — weekly, monthly or fill-in. Located at the south end of Redmond. Email Lindsey with your interests and availability: wildflowerbunnylove@gmail.com. Ongoing.

Volunteer: Help Businesses Prosper!

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

Volunteer with Mustangs To The Rescue Get a great workout, feel useful doing

something meaningful and experience the healing energy of horses all at the same time! Mustangs to the Rescue (MTTR) is a local horse rescue seeking responsible, hard-working souls to assist with all aspects of horse care. No experience necessary. Call and leave a message or email: 541-330-8943 volunteer@mustangstotherescue Ongoing. Mustangs To The Rescue, 21670 SE McGilvray Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-3308943. volunteer@mustangstotherescue.org.

Volunteering in Oregon’s High Desert with ONDA Oregon Natural Desert Association is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting, defending and restoring Oregon’s high desert for current and future generations. ONDA opened registration for its spring 2023 stewardship trips. For more info, visit its website. Ongoing.

GROUPS + MEETUPS

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

ing process, financing options, contingencies and most importantly, whether or not now is the right time to buy or sell! Free weekly webinars, every other Thursday at 1pm. All are welcome: sellers, first time buyers, trading up, investors, relocating, etc. Visit www.centralORwebinars.com to register today! Thursdays, 1-2pm. Online Event, Webinar Link Inside Confirmation Email, Bend. Contact: 503-810-2723. scass@kw.com. Free.

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Sapphic Supper Club Vol II: Halloween Dinner Party Sapphic Supper Club is a unique

gathering designed to celebrate and uplift the queer community. Queer folx and allies alike, this event welcomes all who love, support and participate within the community. Come as you are, ready to mingle, laugh and savor an evening at Sapphic Supper Club! For more info visit, https:// sapphicsupperclub.com/ Oct. 29, 6-9pm. Chomp Chomp, 945 Bond St., Bend. Contact: theagenda@sapphicsupperclub.com. $40.

FUNDRAISING

Bend Food Project Quilt Sale Over

200 quilts of all colors, sizes and themes. All proceeds will go to the Bend Food Project to buy food for local children Oct. 28, 9am-2pm. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend. Contact: 303-817-3774. bendfoodprojectquiltsale@gmail.com. Free.

Live Music with Long Gone Wilder Band - Pints for Pitbulls Benefitting CAMP Clinics Bring your pups and your

greater Bend: Moving Together from Vision to Action. Working with thousands of community members, Envision Bend has created the 2023 Bend Vision Plan. Lear why now is the time to build on it. Oct. 26, 11:30am-1pm. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend. Contact: info@cityclubco.org. $29-$275.

costumes to Pints for Pitbulls benefitting CAMP Clinics at the Pub on Reed Market. Halloween pet costume contest, $1 donated per pint to CAMP, live music with Long Gone Wilder Band from 5:30-7:30pm. Oct. 28, 5:30-7pm. Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market, 21175 SE Reed Market Road Lot #2, Bend. Contact: 458-836-7866. Free.

Equine Safety Workshop Learn from local

Red White and Blue Celebration A benefit

experts on how to keep horses safe, primarily by avoiding situations that make you and them unsafe, but also what to do if those if those safety measures fail. Three-angle approach. Oct. 28, 10am-1pm. Mustangs to the Rescue, 21670 McGilvray Road, Bend. $40.

Escape the Underground Gather your

team and embark on an unearthly journey through the downtown web of riddles crafted by spirits trapped in Bend’s underground. Only by helping the undead can you hope to remain among the living! Explore. Solve. Escape. Tickets available at https://RiddleRoutes.com Oct. 29, Noon-5pm. Underground Book Gallery, 206 NW Oregon Ave. Unit A, Bend. Contact: 541-8013388. connect@riddlesroutes.com. $44.

Halloween Diva Drag Brunch Featuring the best from Portland and local Bend favorites for an afternoon of Halloween-inspired drag, burlesque, acrobatics, dancing, and outrageous fun. Doors open at noon, the show begins at 2 pm. The event is for adults 21+ only. Oct. 28, Noon-2pm. Campfire Hotel, 721 Northeast 3rd Street, Bend. Contact: 541-382-1515. $25.

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gym volleyball sessions offer players a chance to get together and enjoy some competition. To sign up, go to meetup.com and RSVP. Bring exact change. Sundays, 7-9pm and Saturdays, 7:30pm. Bend Hoops, 1307 NE 1st St, Bend. $10.

concert, BBQ and raffle celebrating the colors of the American flag and freedom. Live music, food and fun for the whole family raising funds to support the Redmond VFW Post 4108 Capital Improvement Fund. Oct. 27, 5-10pm. Redmond Oregon VFW Post 4108, 491 SW Veterans Way, Redmond. Contact: 541-923-5191. mary@edcoinfo.com. $15-$35.

Wreaths Across America Sponsor a holiday wreath to honor a local veteran laid to rest at Deschutes Memorial Gardens. The Daughters of the American Revolution will collect wreath sponsorships and donations at Fred Meyer, Garden Center entrance, on Sat., Oct. 28 from 9am- 3pm. Cost to sponsor a wreath is $17. Oct. 28, 9am-3pm. Fred Meyer, 61535 S Hwy 97, Bend.

EVENTS + MARKETS

2023 Pumpkin Patch at Schilling’s Garden Market Find a great selection of carvers,

specialty pumpkins and seasonal plants. The farm stand is loaded with seasonal produce, meat, beer/ wine and more! Enjoy farm animals and a hay maze for your kids too! Open 7 days a week, normal business hours through Oct. 31. Schilling’s Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend-Redmond HWY, Bend. Contact: 541-323-0160. info@schillingsgardenmarket.com.

Tricks and Treats “Howl-o-ween Pawty” Pet friendly Halloween party. All pets in

Cascade Lakes Canoe Tour with Wanderlust Nothing says fall in Bend like

costumes receive free goodie bags. Fun games and amazing prizes for pets and people. Enjoy an evening at a pet friendly wine bar. Cheers! Oct. 28, 4-9pm. The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Contact: info@bendwinebar.com. Free.

paddling on the beautiful Cascade Lakes! With the sun shining above, hit the water, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and begin your canoeing adventure. Saturdays, 7am-12:30pm. Through Jan. 1. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: 866-320-5024. activites@ juniperpreserve.com. $130.

FAMILY + KIDS

Central Oregon Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge The Central Oregon Six-Pack of

Peaks Challenge is a self-paced hiking challenge up six iconic peaks in beautiful Central Oregon. Explore new mountains, test your limits and level up your outdoor experience, all while helping support outdoor nonprofits. June 21-October 31. June 21-Oct. 31. Contact: info@socialadventures.net. $50.

Redmond Chess Club Redmond Chess Club meets Tuesday evenings at the High Desert Music Hall in Redmond. Come join for an evening of chess! Everyone is welcome. Sets provided or bring your own. Contact Gilbert at 503-490-9596. Tuesdays, 6-9pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. Contact: 503-4909596. raygoza_gilbert@yahoo.com. Free.

Archery No School Day Camp This 1-day

The Lil Smokies have earned a faithful following with its blend of folk music and modern lyrics. Enjoy the exhilarating show on Sat., Oct. 28, 8pm at Volcanic Theatre Pub.

camp for 8-11 year-olds will focus on Archery and Projectiles! Learn target archery form, safety and accuracy. Play games and get an introduction to at least one other style of primitive projectile as well. Details, registration and policies available on website. Oct. 27, 9am-3pm. Bend, RSVP for address, Bend. Contact: info@nighthawknaturalistschool.com. $80.

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by Robert Harling and directed by Karen Sipes, is concerned with a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor, the play is alternately hilarious and touching—and, in the end, deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters. Thu, Oct. 26, 7:30-9:30pm, Fri, Oct. 27, 7:30-9:30pm, Sat, Oct. 28, 2-4 and 7:309:30pm and Sun, Oct. 29, 2-4pm. Sisters Middle School, 15200 McKenzie Rd., Sisters. Contact: 310-710-2874. silentechotheatercompany@ gmail.com. $25-$30.

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Title is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat in the parking lot of the Bend office, just a short walk from the Old Mill shops! Come trick-or-treat free of charge, and help to raise money for Deschutes Children’s Foundation. Everyone is welcome! Oct. 31, 4-6pm. Deschutes Title, 397 SW Upper Terrace Dr., Bend. Contact: 541389-2120. sarahl@deschutestitle.com. Free.

Fall Festival Open House October

is ADHD/Dyslexia Awareness Month. Parents and Professionals are encouraged to join in celebrating neurodivergent minds! There will be community resources/booths and kid-friendly activities, costumes are optional. Samara staff will provide child care and snacks. Oct. 25, 6-7:30pm. Samara Learning Center, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-419-3324. kristina@ samaralearningcenter.org. Free.

Halloween Hang Out - Kids Open Play

Come hang out during this special Halloween Kids Open Play for ages 12 and under. Enjoy fun games like “Zombie Tag!” Kids come in your craziest costume for the costume contest, plus a spooky photo backdrop, fun Halloween music and a raffle with some awesome prizes! Oct. 27, 1-2:30 and 2:30-4pm. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $24.

Halloween Hang Out - Toddler Open Play Come have a spooky good time this Hal-

loween with a special Toddler Open Play. Dress up your kiddo and join the super-cute toddler costume contest. A spooky photo backdrop, fun Halloween music and a raffle with some awesome prizes! Plus a costumed-friend will be arriving who loves cookies! Oct. 27, 9-10:30 and 10:30amNoon. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $24.

Ninja Elite Classes Fast-paced and de-

signed with challenging Ninja Warrior obstacle-based circuits, kids will learn new fitness conditioning techniques, parkour moves, and dynamic climbing and gymnastics movements. All levels are welcome. 6-week series, multiple days / times of the week to choose from, age 8 12, drop-off. Mondays-Thursdays, 4:30-6:30pm. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-2413919. info@freespiritbend.com. $135.

Pumpkin Painting and Pints for Parents Free pumpkin painting and trick or treating at MTYC. Bring your kiddos to paint while you have a pint!! Costume contest for people and dogs too! Oct. 28, 1-7pm. Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 NE 4th Street, Bend. Contact: 458-2565454. midtownyachtclub@gmail.com. Free.

Spooky No School Camp Three spooky days

of creating while schools are closed for conferences! Each day of camp is a uniquely magical experience where creativity buzzes through the air, kiddos connect over shared projects and campers leave each day full of excitement to share the ideas they’ve brought to life. Wed, Oct. 25, 9am-3pm, Thu, Oct. 26, 9am-3pm and Fri, Oct. 27, 9am-3pm. Wondery Art + Adventure School, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-2365990. sarah@wonderyschool.com. $255.

Throw Together: Pumpkin Wheel Throwing for Parents and Kids Book a

seasonal wheel throwing session in the ceramics studio to make clay pumpkins alongside your child! Learn the technique of throwing a closed form on a wheel and make alterations to transform the orb into a pumpkin! Registration includes 1 parent and 1 child, space is very limited. Thu, Oct. 26, 5:156:30pm. Wondery Art + Adventure School, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541236-5990. sarah@wonderyschool.com. $65.

Trick or Treat at Regency Village at Bend Start your Halloween Trick or Treat adven-

ture early with Regency Village at Bend. Regency Village residents will be outside to greet young guests. Candy for all and special treat bags to the first 50 children to visit. Oct. 31, 3-4:30pm. Regency Village at Bend, 127 SE Wilson Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-317-3544. agrubbs@regency-pacific.com. Free.

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Trunk or Treat Join the annual Trunk-or-Treat

on Oct. 31, 4-6pm! This is an open event to the public, and promises a night full of fun, games and treats for all ages. Oct. 31, 4-6pm. Trinity Lutheran School, 2550 NE Butler Market Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-382-1850. trinitylutheranschool@ saints.org. Free.

Upstream Family Explorers Join the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council on an exploration of Tumalo Creek in Shevlin Park! Registration is required. Participants will receive meet-up instructions. This program is intended for children ages 4 - 7, and all children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Oct. 25, 2-4pm. Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-312-1062. Elsah@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

FOOD + DRINK

Youth Class - Halloween Treats From

sweet to spooky Halloween treats are a lot of fun to make. Have your child, age 7-17, join in this hands-on class where they will make a variety of spooky Halloween treats. Oct. 28, 5:30-9pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-640-0350. kindredcreativekitchen@gmail.com. $50.

BEER + DRINK

Beers From the Dead 2 Take a sip back in

time to taste what small batch beers tasted like back in the day. Free Bend Ale Trail passports and pint glasses for the first 200 customers. Costume contests for adults, kids and dogs. Oct. 28, Noon-6pm. On Tap, 1424 NE Cushing Drive, Bend. Contact: brian@beerodyssey.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.

Happy Hour At the Bend Wine Bar, come in to

take advantage of special pricing during weekly happy hour. Featuring $5 off artisanal cheese and charcuterie boards, $2 off of wines by the glass and $1 off pint draft beers. Mondays-Thursdays, 2-4pm. The Bend Wine Bar & Winery Tasting Room, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 194, Bend. Contact: info@bendwinebar.com. Free.

Learn From the Best: Mixology Lessons Don’t know your Old Fashioned from your

Moscow Mule? Would you like to learn how to craft a great cocktail like a pro? Taught by renowned mixologist Cody Kennedy, these classes will help you master the art of cocktail-making! Wednesdays, 1-2pm. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. $25.

Mixed Case Tuesdays Shop Viaggio Wine Merchant on Tuesdays and receive 15% off your purchase of any mixed case of wine (12 bottles), and 20% off special order cases we order for you. Tuesdays, 3-9pm. Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend. Contact: 541299-5060. info@viaggiowine.com. Free. Walla Walla Vintners Wine Tasting Join Jeff von Bargen and enjoy 4 fantastic wines! $15 tasting fee, members taste free. No reservation needed! Tasting fee waived with $125 purchase of showcased wines. Oct. 26, 4:30-6pm. The Good Drop Wine Shoppe, 141 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-410-1470. support@ gooddropwineshop.com. $15.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

Bend 1595 Club - Historical Fencing Practices The Bend 1595 historical fencing

club holds weekly practices at the Masonic Hall, and welcomes curious folk who might want to try to swing a sword, fence a bit and see what the club is all about. First month is free, then sliding-scale dues. Visit website bend1595.com Tuesdays, 5:15-7pm. Through Nov. 21. Masonic Hall of Bend, 1036 NE 8th St., Bend. Contact: 541-241-6742. contact@juniperswordplay.com.

Local band Wrong Warp will perform its high-energy act for a night of pop-indie tunes at On Tap on Sat., Oct. 28, 6-8pm. Free.

Body Kind Series The movement and mind-

fulness practices in this body kind yoga series are aimed at building interoceptive awareness. This can support a greater sense of well-being and set the foundation for positive embodiment. Wed, Oct. 25, 6:15-7:30pm, Wed, Nov. 1, 6:157:30pm, Wed, Nov. 8, 6:15-7:30pm and Wed, Nov. 15, 6:15-7:30pm. Still Water Yoga & Wellness, 1375 SE Wilson Ave. Suite 180, Bend. Contact: 775-339-8813. info@stillwateryoga.org. $28.

Couples Massage Classes Learn to con-

nect and relax with your partner through nurturing touch. Taproot Bodywork offers 2- or 4- hour couples massage classes in Tumalo. One couple per session. Additional days/times are available, prices vary. Visit www.taprootbodywork. com for more info. Ongoing. Taproot Bodywork studio, Tumalo, Tumalo. Contact: 503-481-0595. taprootbodywork@gmail.com. Varies.

Fire Ceremony and Cave Soundbath

Come join Kevin Kraft and Lindsay James for a special evening of fire ceremony and cave sound bath to honor, to celebrate and to release and call in this new season. Oct. 29, 4-6pm. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: 808-783-0374. Kevin@soundshala.com. $75.

Making Fire Cider: Workshop with Dr. Ashley This interactive class is a healthy, fun

experience and an easy way to take charge of your health by learning how to make fire cider! You will make your own jar to take home and will also receive a recipe to make larger batches later. Oct. 31, 11:30am-1pm. The Peoples Apothecary, 1841 NE Division Street #150, Bend. Contact: 541-728-2368. classes@thepeoplesapothecary. net. $35.

Prenatal Yoga Classes Rejuvenate, relax

and recharge as we move, breath and build community with other expectant moms! You’ll reduce common pregnancy discomforts and tensions, prepare your body for birth, improve your postpartum recovery and bring mindfulness to your daily life. All levels and stages of pregnancy are welcome. 6-week series. Saturdays, 10:30-11:45am. Through June 22. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $125.

The Vance Stance ® Fall 2023 Class Series Tired of being in pain? Not had lasting

success with other efforts? Unhappy with the results of aging? Get to the root of why you are tight, crooked and standing and moving behind gravity, not in its flow. Learn to correct posture and enhance mobility in a new class series. Mondays, Noon-2 and 6-8pm, Wednesdays, 6-8pm and Thursdays, Noon-2pm. Through Dec. 30. The Vance Bonner Studio, 21173 Sunburst Court, Bend. Contact: 541-330-9070. vancebonner@ juno.com. $180.

Thich Nhat Hanh Meditation Group

Meditation group meeting every Thursday at 6:30pm — the 90 minutes will include two 20-minute meditations, walking meditation and a discussion. Chairs provided but if you sit on a cushion, bring your own. Beginners are welcome. No experience necessary. Arrive early to settle into your place. Thursdays, 6:30-8pm. Grace First Lutheran Church, 2265 NW Shevlin Park Rd., Bend. Contact: 802-299-0722. bendtnhsitters@gmail.com. Free but donations are accepted.

Women’s Embodiment Circle These circles offer nourishing practices to melt away tension, move, nourish and deeply replenish. Every Thursday evening you’re invited to drop inward and connect with your breath and the earth, in community. Recharge and come home to your body in a safe and sacred, women-only space. Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Through Dec. 28. Tula Movement Arts, 2797 NW Clearwater Drive Suite 500, Bend. Contact: 808-482-4212. meghan@ ambamethod.com. $10-$22. Women’s Pelvic Health: A Discussion About Common and Sometimes Uncomfortable Concerns At this women’s-on-

ly event, Dr. Darcy Wynn with MyMD Personal Medicine will discuss pelvic health issues important to women’s health and well-being. She will address common concerns that many women face but may hesitate to discuss openly, including guidance on how to manage incontinence and various gynecological concerns. Oct. 25, 5:30-7:30pm. 900 Wall, 900 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-322-6869. aimee@mymdbend. com. $50.

Yoga for Pelvic Health with Laura Flood PT, DPT, RYT - local pelvic health physical therapist Learn how to

connect to, engage and relax your pelvic floor muscles, so you can care for your pelvic area during your yoga practice, exercise and throughout your life. Small group class focused on: pelvic anatomy education, alignment-based yoga postures, slow flow, pelvic focused meditation and nervous system healing. Fridays, 12:30-1:30pm. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-241-6008. laura@lotusflowerphysio.com. $25.

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erek Michael Marc is a vocalist/ drummer/guitarist/songwriter who also hosts the “Mellow Wednesday Acoustic Open Mic and Jam,” at Northside Bar and Grill. While music is always flowing through the streets of Bend, what sets this open-mic apart is the longevity of the event in a town with many newcomers and countless demands on people’s time. This month marks the 10-year anniversary of amazing entertainment and community engagement, provided by Derek Michael Marc Music at the Northside. “It’s a space where independent musicians can perform. All you got to do is show up with an instrument. We get solo acts, and we have pure instrumentalists that often come in and work with the house band,” he said. Looking back, the full-time musician recalls that the opportunity was born out of a desire to not only showcase his own abilities but create a space for others to shine and share their love for music. “I really enjoyed playing and Photo by Gary Calicott Photography

watching local musicians grow,” he recalled. “I just wanted it to be a local community type of thing.” While it’s been 10 years, the event has evolved over time. “When we first started out, we were hosting on Monday nights, but Monday Night Football always had that day,” the musician said with a laugh. “So, we switched to Wednesdays but kept that mellow vibe,” he said. From seasoned performers who have been part of the open mic journey since its inception to newcomers who have recently discovered the magic of the welcoming space, the event promises something for everyone. “We’re open to all skill levels. It’s a jam night and all the musicians that come are incredibly supportive of each other. We have people who have played for 50 years and people who are performing for the first time. We are here for anyone who wants to share their music,” he said. Throughout the night, musicians and storytellers will perform in 10-minute slots. The 10-year anniversary of this open mic night is a testament to the enduring power of creativity, community and the transformative magic that unfolds on a stage where voices are heard, and talents celebrated. As he put it, “The main focus of this night is the camaraderie amongst musicians from all caliber and locations. I hope that it continues.” Mellow Wednesday Acoustic Open Mic and Jam Wed., Nov. 15, 6:30pm Northside Bar and Grill 62860 Boyd Acres Rd., Bend Derekmichaelmarc.com Free

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“The House of Doors” by Tan Twang Eng —An elegant and evocative historical fiction that transports the reader to Penang, Malaysia, during a visit from W. Somerset Maugham in the 1920s. It is a story about secrets… of the heart, of a revolution, of a courtroom, of a book, and of a marriage. Sophisticated, graceful and thoroughly intoxicating, this novel is a rare gem.

arlier this year, our fiction book club discussed “Trust” by Hernan Diaz, one of this year’s Pulitzer Prize winners. At the beginning of our meeting, most people indicated they didn’t like the book. But after an hour of talking about it together, we made a remarkable discovery. Reflecting on that final scene, and synthesizing what we’d talked about so far, the truth of what Diaz had done was illuminated. It’s brilliant, and most of us had completely missed a hidden message until we talked it through. (I won’t spoil it for you here, but the discovery was about theme, not character!) We walked out of the meeting a little stunned, and once again grateful for the opportunity to discuss a book together. Something like this happens in almost every book club meeting I’ve ever attended. The simple act of talking about a book with others changes my understanding of it. You share different life experiences and points of view. You share “aha” moments and quotes that stood out to you. You wonder aloud. You ask why. You share insights on character motives. You find connections between theme and character and names and titles and scenes and symbols and more. You discover a buried clue, a hidden image, a veiled secret. You finally see it from another point of view. Reading a book is a gloriously intimate, intensely personal experience. We can contemplate a story, connect with a character, deepen our understanding of the subject, grow from it, shift our perspective and revel in the very great enjoyment of our own thoughts for several precious hours alone. But discussing a book with others gives us the opportunity to open ourselves up to an entirely new perspective, recognizing that the lens of a different life lived is just as valid as our own. Discussing a book doesn’t just create the opportunity for better understanding, it also creates a space that fosters connections and intimacy. You can’t help but know someone better when you’re sharing stories from your lives relevant to the book you both just

Book clubs are a great way to get more out of a book you’ve read.

read. In a world where our connections are shrinking and divisions are growing, any opportunity to foster personal interactions in a safe space is not just welcome, it’s essential. Book clubs are one way to create lasting connections, and they have helped nurture some of my longest friendships through the busiest times of life. Yann Martel said, “Books are something social – a writer speaking to a reader – so I think making the reading of a book the center of a social event, the meeting of a book club, is a brilliant idea.” More than 5 million people in the U.S. participate in book clubs. Book clubs offer many benefits in addition to enhancing our understanding and fostering connections. They can: 1. Bring people together who may have never met before, and they often include people from different generations and life stages. 2. Encourage us to read books outside our comfort zone and help us out of a reading rut. 3. Create a setting to discuss other forms of media and culture. So many times, I’ve come away from a book club meeting with a newly recommended movie or show to watch, news article to look up, a restaurant to try and a new title to read in comparison. 4. Be a fun social event, a time to cultivate friendships and a way to do something just for you. Book Clubs and wine pair nicely.

5. Help you be more accountable to yourself in finishing books you’ve started. 6. Connect you to your local indie bookstore or library and create a reason to wander the stacks, browsing in anticipation of your next great read. If you aren’t sure where to start, Central Oregon has several book clubs that you can join just by reading the book and showing up for the discussion. • Deschutes County Library Book Clubs offers book clubs for kids, teens, and adults. • Roundabout Books in Bend offers a middle grade book club for kids as well as several options for adults: nonfiction, mystery, sci-fi, fiction and a classics book club. • Paulina Springs Books in Sisters offers a fiction book club. • Meetup.com offers lots of book club options. • Start your own book club – pick a book, invite some friends or acquaintances over and let the discussions begin. I’ll leave you with one of my favorite quotes from “Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll: “‘And what is the use of a book,’ thought Alice, ‘without pictures or conversation.’”

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is to create a fun, welcoming space — an inclusive atmosphere where everyone can come and have a good time. So while the anticipation builds for the opening of RBC’s downtown bar, the mothership steakhouse at The Grove continues its nightly dinner service. Voted 2023’s Best er New Restaurant by Source am Re Weekly readers, Rancher Butcher Chef is elevating comforting, familiar food, making it exciting and new. Yes, there’s steak and potatoes but the menu is more eclectic than your typical steakhouse and the family-style service encourages experimentation and sharing. The sides, salads and small plates round out the experience. L.

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cocktail bars. Gorham says once the renovation is complete it will feel a lot like RBC but more feminine, with combined strokes of art deco and Pendleton. There are plans for what she calls “a gorgeous mezzanine” as well. As usual, the Gorhams’ goal

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t’s happening. Maybe not as fast as it happened in Portland, but it’s happening still the same. Restaurateurs Renee and John Gorham are opening a spinoff of the extremely popular Rancher Butchia an er Chef in Northwest Crossing. RBC is a modern steakhouse and butcher shop which the Gorhams opened in 2021 after shutting down their numerous Portland-area restaurants (including their renowned Toro Bravo tapas flagship) and taking a step back from the hospitality industry. The couple relocated to Central Oregon where Renee Gorham actually planned to switch careers. “I thought I would get my real estate license. That lasted about five minutes! I realized I wanted to sell steak and red wine, not houses,” Gorham laughs as she tells me how much fun she’s having imagining the new BAR RBC, which is going into the former Dogwood Cocktail Cabin in downtown Bend. The Dogwood’s owners announced earlier this fall that they’d move their operations into the Bend Central District, and sold the downtown space. “It’s like RBC and Toro Bravo had a baby. We really want to stay in the RBC lane but create a place that’s casual and fun, a Spanish-tapas-inspired grownup bar,” Gorham explains. And since the new place will be right next door to downtown steakhouse Bos Taurus, the emphasis will be very Spanish-driven with a focus on small plates instead of simply replicating the steakhouse concept of the original NW Crossing RBC. Besides, space dictates, and Gorham says the former Dogwood space, which will be completely revamped, “lends itself to the energy and vibrancy of small plates.” It will take about six months for BAR RBC to emerge from what was once one of Bend’s most popular

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From the Grilled Bone Marrow with salsa verde and onion marmalade to the Toro Radicchio salad to the Corn Ribs with ‘Bama white BBQ sauce to the 10-ounce Snake River Farms Teres Major, RBC’s offerings are beautifully executed, full of flavor and obviously a reflection of the dedication of the Gorhams’ commitment to hospitality. While there are always new and seasonal offerings on the menu, 65% are signature dishes, according to

Renee Gorham. And favorite seasonal items often make a comeback based on positive reception. Renee’s husband, John Gorham, is head chef and co-owner of RBC. Other partners include Will von Schlegell, owner of 7-Mile Creek Ranch and RBC manager Garrett Peck. RBC’s mission is to support and partner with ranching communities where their beef is raised. 7-Mile Creek Ranch in Fort Klamath is their home ranch and part of the Country Natural Beef cooperative of family ranches, which are part of the Global Animal Partnership animal welfare certification. Perhaps what stands out as much as the food at RBC is the service, which is a focal point for Renee Gorham. “I want everyone who walks into my restaurants to feel like they’re coming into my home. Hospitality is at the core of everything we do. A vibrant atmosphere and an elevated level of service is Cedar Planked Salmon with Salsa Verde is an example of an RBC large plate fish offering

what it’s all about,” she states. She’s excited to bring that philosophy to a more casual downtown space. Meantime, she suggests the “secret burger” at the RBC bar. Just ask for the double burger with American cheese the next time you’re looking for a quick meal while enjoying your favorite after-work beverage. Do the Gorhams plan to open even more restaurants and bars in Central Oregon, replicating what they did over the years in Portland? Renee Gorham says yes. “We want to keep expanding, but not as fast as we did in Portland.” Which means for now, we can all enjoy their steakhouse in NW Crossing and the soon-to-be tapas bar in downtown Bend. Rancher Butcher Chef Located at The Grove 2838 NW Crossing Drive Bend, OR 97703 rbcbend.com 541-797-7900

Owner Ian Vidinha grew up on Kauai, with native Hawaiian and Portuguese roots.

he Aina Hawaiian food truck is coming back! Look for the Aina “lunch wagon” to make a new appearance at the Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room at 901 SW Simpson Ave. in Bend in the very near future. Owner Ian Vidinha says the original food truck is being spiffed up to reappear for lunch service, Tuesdays through Saturdays, and catering within the next few weeks. Aina, which won the Source Weekly’s Best Food Cart designation in our Best of Central Oregon readers’ poll in both 2021 and 2022, and Rookie Cart of the Year in our Restaurant Guide in 2020, will be back with the same Hawaiian food as it once served from the 9th Street Village/Bevel Brewing food cart lot, including the original poke bowls and Kalua pork. There will also be plenty of daily specials. Vidinha closed the cart in November 2022, but says he's excited to be bringing Aina back with a focus on having fun. Aina Kauai Style Grill

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ook, I’m a fan of horror movies 365 days a year. The season doesn’t explode into fall overnight and then all of a sudden I want spooky movies and a steady drip of Pumpkin Spice whatever-you-got inside me. Nope. I want it all the time. Not the Pumpkin Spice (although it’s growing on me); just the horror movies. But since I realize most people only have a limited band-width for terror, I try to only recommend spookies set in and around Halloween during the month of October. Obviously, there are the stone classics such as “Halloween” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (although it can and should be argued that it’s more of a Christmas movie), but what about those Halloween-themed horror flicks that don’t get enough love? Well, I’m glad you asked! There are a few lesser-known gems that I think it’s always a blast to check out across October (or

year round if you think time is just an artificial construct). Here are five! “Night of the Demons" (1988): This one is just bottomless entertainment, following a group of teenagers who go to a Halloween party at an abandoned mortuary and accidentally summon some horny demons. Featuring another classic role from arguably the greatest scream queen of all time, Linnea Quigley, “Night of the Demons” checks all the boxes by being creepy, funny, goofy and packed with some of the best prosthetic effects ever to come from a B-grade horror flick. Now streaming on Peacock. “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” (2019): “Scary Stories” is a really great entry point for pre-teens or teenagers looking to dip their toes in the horror genre without going too hard right from the jump. The books by Alvin Schwartz were such a deeply important part of my initial romance with horror that to have

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a well-made film filled with some of the book’s disturbing iconography is a dream come true. Set on Halloween 1968, this has a timeless feeling that even the most jaded of teens will come to appreciate. Now Streaming on Hulu & Peacock. "Murder Party” (2007): From eventual auteur Jeremy Saulnier (“Green Room” and “Blue Ruin”) comes this hysterical and bloody indie gore fest following a nerdy and lonely meter reader who gets invited to a Halloween party by some art students who are planning on murdering him for an art project. As the film progresses, everything just gets crazier and less predictable until you realize you’ve been watching with your hands over your mouth for half an hour. There is genuine genius to this one. Now Streaming on Tubi. “Trick ‘r Treat:” (2007): This has been catching on over the last few years as a bit of a Halloween mainstay, but

the number of classic moments scattered throughout this anthology makes it perfect for a yearly viewing. With werewolves, ghosts, serial killers, home invasions and creepy kids, there are so many different creepy things going on that “Trick ‘r Treat” is kind of impossible not to love. We might finally be getting a sequel, but they’ve been promising that for years. Now Streaming on Prime. “Ginger Snaps:” (2000) The best Canadian werewolf movie you’ve never seen follows two sisters as one slowly becomes a lycanthrope while the other isn’t sure whether she might have to put some silver bullets into her favorite person. The brilliant script by Karen Walton uses lycanthropy as a metaphor for puberty, turning this into one of the most thoughtful and character-driven horror movies of the aughts. Now Streaming on Peacock.

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Watch the Tricks, and the Treats Creating wildlife-safe holidays By Elise Wolf

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A Phantom Thread From churches to board rooms, one actor’s mission to unite everyone through story

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G Top, a Western screech owl caught in webbing. Left, a bird-safe gelatin ornament.

To prevent tricking our wild friends, we can use alternatives that ensure the spirit stays alive while keeping our wildlife safe. ruin feathers' insulating properties, and the bird suffers from hypothermia and eventual starvation as preening takes over feeding. (Fats do not come off with birds' saliva). SAFE: Use gelatin instead! Make edible balls, wreaths or spooky shapes with cookie cutters, using gelatin to hold seeds together (recipe online). Use a no-mess seed (sunflower chips, thistle, millet, dried fruits); avoid flour and corn syrup. Or, house suet inside a clean suet cage; squirrel-proof feeders keep birds clean.

SPOOKY: In yards morphed into enchanting spectacles, other dangers lurk. Sharp objects like nails, toothpicks or wire securing pumpkins can be accidentally eaten by deer. Birds will ingest fake berries or shiny objects, thinking they are edible. Edible items decorated with toxic paints or preserved with chemicals can poison wildlife. SAFE: Go natural! Use leaf piles for decorating, then spread the leaves out or place under bushes for wintering insects. In spring and summer, birds eat insects and feed them to their babies. Be cautious with decorating tools and items. Keep edible foods toxin and danger-free. YEAR-ROUND TIPS: Few injured animals are ever seen. Examine displays for animals in need. Entrapped birds and deer need a professional to free them safely; contact a wildlife rescue or the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Windows cause serious injuries, at least a concussion (which prevents eating and staying warm). Many birds can still fly yet perish later. To help them, collect window-stricken birds immediately; do not let them fly off. Think thoughtfully before trying the plethora of (often poor) ideas on the internet. Wildlife can run into trouble in the human setting. With fun, safe alternatives, our festive holidays do not have to be scary for our wild neighbors. —Elise Wolf is an avian rehabilitator and wildlife advocate with Native Bird Care Rescue. For recipes and window solutions, go to nativebirdcare.org.

ifted storyteller William Kennedy Hornyak will weave eerie tales and fables that promise to send shivers down your spine on Saturday, Nov. 5 at Immersion Brewing’s Barrel Room. “I want the audience to travel with me, not just hear what I'm saying. When I can do that, make that connection, the story really just feeds me,” said Hornyak. A renowned actor, Hornyak has graced stages and enchanted audiences for years, known for his ability to bring words to life through a repertoire of stories. Hornyak says the variety of works is only a piece of what keeps him excited. “I’ve been a fulltime storyteller and performer since 1994. I’ve recited poems for lawyers and told stories for children. I’m an omnivore,” he said. Hornyak will embark on eight shows throughout Oregon, stopping in Bend on Nov. 5. “What I love about this time of year is it is a great time to pause and reflect and tell stories to each other,” Hornyak said. The evening’s spotlight will shine on chilling tales, mysterious fables and haunting narratives that are bound to evoke the spirit of the season. The actor's enthusiasm for performing stands as testament to years of commitment to the craft. “The real work when I’m rehearsing with a story is trying to inhabit it… It means so much to me when the stories have a life of their own in the imaginations of others,” Hornyak said. This spoken-word event is not just about tales; it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in a timeless art form. “The Celts celebrate the end of the harvest season with storytelling, Dia de los Muertos acknowledges the loved ones we’ve lost with feasts and conversation,” Hornyak said. “Stories are a form of currency that get passed from heart to heart and head to head.” Oral Storytelling with William Kennedy Hornyak

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s Halloween approaches, neighborhoods across Central Oregon are adorned with festive, spooky decorations. From the eerie glow of jack-o'-lanterns to cobweb-draped porches, this whimsical holiday is celebrated through creative displays. Our spirited designs don't stop on Oct. 31; they transition into joyful fall and winter holiday décor. However, there is a frightening side to some of our fun adornments. From nimble chickadees to graceful deer, wildlife can be victims of our sprightly yards. To prevent tricking our wild friends, we can use alternatives that ensure the spirit stays alive while keeping our wildlife safe. Here are some spooky examples followed by a safer alternative. SPOOKY! The seemingly harmless, fake spider webbing, often stretched across yards and porches, poses significant threats to our avian neighbors. Birds become entangled in the fine threads, like prey in spiderwebs. Injuries or death can result from their struggles. Other decorations, such as thread, yarn, lights and fake garland, also threaten birds and other wildlife. Rescues regularly get animals entwined or harmed by fishing line, thread or plastics. Who hasn't seen a photo of some hapless deer with lights bound up in his antlers? SAFE: The inside of a home is a safer location for faux spider webbing. Hang it on the inside of a window for a spooky effect. Or, paint spiderwebs on a black sheet, attach fake paper spiders and drape over plants. Install lights on the home or a structure instead of across spaces. Hang garland elements individually. Avoid thread-like materials longer than 4 inches. SPOOKY! Mirror, mirror! Even the wicked queen probably hates it when birds fly headlong into her windows. Birds collide with windows because they do not see them or they see the reflection of a safe landscape. Unpredictable, noisy displays can frighten birds right into those reflections. Windows are the ultimate trick! SAFE: Many commercial or homemade solutions can stop birds hitting windows. Outside, adorn windows with crafty, safe decorations. Simple garden netting installed vertically and very taut (on plant hangers or cup hooks) prevents bird collisions. Dotted window film also works. Or, let the kids get artsy with window paints! SPOOKY! Oiled birds perish. Suet pine cones, balls and wreaths are frightening for birds when they get the fat on their feet and feathers by landing on them. Fats spread into birds' feathers through scratching and preening. Oils

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Seattle’s jolly green giant of a coffee chain has weathered years of derision for its pumpkin spice latte to the point where it’s celebrating two decades of PSL. Furthermore, the Beervana Blog’s latest story is about the unexpected return of pumpkin beers. So, it’s only seasonally appropriate to turn our attention to pumpkin spice doughnuts. Nevertheless, if you don’t see your favorite doughnut shop featured in this round-up, it’s because a surprising number of doughnut shops either don’t give into the autumnal aliment or somehow neglected to make them the weekend before Halloween. And one contestant wasn’t technically pumpkin spiced, but close enough. To the best of my knowledge, the primary difference between pumpkin pie spice and chai is the latter usually also features cardamom and vanilla. And since five doughnuts is better than four, I included it. The delicacies were judged blind by an all-new cohort ranging from fifth graders to those almost in their almost-50s and appear in order of collective preference. Too Sweet Cakes (1012 SE Cleveland Ave., 541-241-3933) This shop is quietly becoming Bend’s best doughnut shop although purists may contest that claim since it doesn’t make traditional doughnuts. Of the two pumpkin spice doughnuts*, get the pumpkin spice cronut. We’ve come to love this New York transplant thanks to its incredibly springy cylinder of croissant dough. This one has Too Sweet Cake’s signature outer crust of granulated sugar and a layer of pumpkin frosting topped with yummy cinnamon crumbles. While it was the near-unanimous top-vote-getter, the judges also remarked how un-pumpkin-y it is. “Maple.” “Cinnamon.” “Don’t taste the pumpkin.” Yet, it’s simply delicious and we’re about to see that pumpkin flavor is, depending on your affinity for morsels with that particular seasonal smack, not a requirement. $3.89 The Dough Nut (755 NE Greenwood Ave., 541-241-8788) Nary a speck of pumpkin in the display case, but a chai frosted yeast doughnut caught my eye. This morsel fell one single point shy of the gold medal. And yet,

it’s way more of an authentic doughnut as it’s built on a classic yeast doughnut. “Fluffy.” “Everything I want in a fall doughnut.” And, although the power of suggestion is strong and got a few judges to believe it was pumpkin spiced, one critic nailed it by saying, “Tastes like fall, just not pumpkin, more like cinnamon chai.” $2 Chalk to Flour Chalk to Flour isn’t a brick-and-mortar; it’s a “cottage” bakery. If you’re on Insta, feel free to drool over her ‘gram. The pumpkin chai cake doughnut (well, doughnuts, since you gotta order by the half dozen) got raves for the flavor, but when judging blind, the judges were thrown a bit because these numbers are baked, not fried. As such, some dubbed it “more cakey than doughnut” and a “bit mushy at the bottom” (to which I’d counter: not mushy, moist the way you’d expect from pureed pumpkin), yet the cinnamon sugar and glaze sealed the deal. $15 for six. Sisters Bakery (251 E Cascade Ave, Sisters, 541-549-0361) Sisters Bakery doughnuts have fared extremely well in these quarterly round ups, always placing in the top two. But when it comes to its pumpkin cake doughnut, which rose so much it is almost spherical, it failed to win over diverse tastes and preferences. Everyone agreed it was the most pumpkin-forward, but some judges felt it suffered from tasting too healthful, less desserty. It sports a thin, light glaze but perhaps not enough to transport it from mere pumpkin bread into a pumpkin doughnut. So if you’re looking for essence of pumpkin, this is the one, but if you’re looking for essence of doughnut, look elsewhere. $2.25. Too Sweet Cakes *Last year when we put the spotlight on jelly doughnuts, one bakery garnered both the highest average score and the lowest with two different entries. Here, in addition to the top-rated cronut, I was also shown a pumpkin cake doughnut that is gluten free. Ordinarily I wouldn’t even include such a baked good in a glutenous doughnut-off, but it was impressed upon me that if I only got one, it should be the GF one. Every single judge had a tough time putting their fingers on what made this one not live up to their expectations, starting with its super crunchy exterior. “Flavor didn’t taste right.” “Tastes more like peanut butter than pumpkin butter.” $3.89

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I live, the US, has banned over 2,500 books in recent years. I'm appalled by the ignorance that fuels this idiotic despotism. But there has been an amusing consequence, which I am pleased to report: Banning the books has sometimes hiked their sales. Gender Queer by Maia Kolbabe had a 130 percent increase. Art Spiegelman's Maus I and Maus II jumped 50 percent. Let this scenario serve as an inspirational metaphor for you in the coming weeks. If any person or institution tries to repress, deny, or resist you, do what you're doing even bigger and better. Use their opposition as a power boost. Halloween costume suggestion: rebel, dissident, or protestor.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Only two items appear more often in the world's landfills than disposable diapers. They seem to be among the least ecologically sound products. Or maybe not. Japanese researchers at the University of Kitakyushu have made building materials out of them in combination with gravel, sand, and cement. (Read more: tinyurl.com/BetterWaste). In the spirit of this potentially glorious alchemical transmutation, and in accordance with astrological omens, I encourage you to ruminate on how you might convert wasted stuff into usable valuables in your own sphere. Halloween costume suggestion: A janitor or maid wearing a gold crown and pearls. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Of all the ideas propound-

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): According to my meticulous analysis of the astrological omens, you now have a sacred right to expand your ego at least one full size. Even two sizes will probably be fine. Your guardian angel is lobbying for you to strut and swagger, and so are your muses, your ancestors, and God Herself. I hope you will overcome any shyness you feel about expressing your talents, your intelligence, and your unique understanding of the world. Halloween costume suggestion: a charming braggart, charismatic egomaniac, or beautiful narcissist. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): "The secret for

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Shadow work is a psychological practice that has been deeply healing for me. It involves exploring the dark places in my soul and being in intimate contact with my unripe and wounded aspects. Engaging in this hard labor ensures that my less beautiful qualities never take control of me and never spill out into toxic interactions with people. I bring this up, Aries, because the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to do shadow work. Halloween costume suggestion: Be your shadow, demon, or unripe self.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do you ever feel you are treated unfairly at your job? Is your workplace sometimes detrimental to your health? Is it possible that a few small changes could add up to a big improvement in how you feel while you're earning a living? There's rarely a perfect moment to address these concerns, but the coming weeks will be a more favorable time than usual. If you decide to seek shifts, devise a strategy that's as foolproof as possible. Resolve to be calm, poised, and unflusterable. Halloween costume suggestion: a worker doing your ideal job CANCER (June 21-July 22): Cancerian comedian Dave Barry says that as he grows older, he looks forward to "continued immaturity." That sentiment is probably based on the fact that his humor is often juvenile and silly. (I like it, though!) I'm guessing it's also because he aspires to remain youthful and innocent and surprisable as he ages. I mention this, fellow Cancerian, because the coming weeks will be an excellent time to celebrate and honor the parts of you that are still blooming but not yet in full blossom. Be grateful you have not become a jaded know-itall. Would you consider revisiting joys you loved as a child and teenager? Halloween costume suggestion: your younger self. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Horseshoes have symbolized good luck in many cultures. A common usage is to hang them over front doors. But there’s disagreement about the best way to generate the good fortune. Some people say the open end of the horseshoe should point upward, since that collects the luck. Others insist it’s best for the horseshoe to point down, as that showers luck on those who enter and leave the house. If you experiment with this fun myth, I advise you to point the open end up. It’s time for you to gather blessings, help, and fortuity. Halloween costume accessories: good luck charms like a four-leaf clover, acorn, cat’s eye gemstone, ankh, dragon, laughing Buddha, Ganesh statue, and horseshoe. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): There would be no life on earth if it weren’t for the sun. Our home star’s energy is the central force at work in the creation and sustenance of all humans, animals, and plants. Yet we must be sure not to get extravagant amounts of our good thing. An overabundance of solar heat and radiance can cause failed crops, dehydration, droughts, skin cancer, and wildfires. Are other factors at work in your sphere that are also nourishing in moderate amounts but unhealthy in excess? And do you know when just right becomes too much? Now is a favorable time to ruminate on these matters. Halloween costume suggestion: Goldilocks, Lady Justice with her scales, or a body suit adorned with a giant yin and yang symbol.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The earliest known human settlement is Göbekli Tepe, in what's now the country of Turkey. When archaeologists first excavated it in 1994, they realized it was built over 11,000 years ago. This was shocking news, since it dramatically contradicted previous estimates of how long people have lived in villages. I'm predicting a comparable shift in your understanding of your own past, Libra. The full effect may not be apparent for months, but there will be interesting jolts soon. Halloween costume suggestion: archaeologist, time traveler, or yourself in a past life.

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Sound Off older generations, never mind a host of stress-related issues at all ages. We have been fed such a steady diet of distracting noise we can feel disoriented without it. I shopped in Natural Grocers recently and was initially thrown by the absence of piped-in music, of special deals announced over the intercom, of the artificially created sense of cheer and hubbub. But I then realized what a pleasure it was to hear only the unadorned sounds of people shopping. In some respects, we’ve become dependent on noise, get nervous when it’s too silent. No wonder we can’t hear ourselves think. The popular reaction to this realization has been a growing appetite for silence and learning how to be comfortable with it. Activities like forest and moon bathing or vacationing in remote resorts predicated on, and charging plenty for, helping their clients unplug and get quiet are proliferating. What these noise problems have in common are the ever-rising din of manmade sounds. What the solutions have in common are soul-nurturing natural soundscapes. In the name of progress, we are unwittingly overwhelming the sounds of Nature. Nobody knows this better than Emmy-winning acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton. His documentary (and book by the same name) “One Square Inch of Silence” recounts Hempton’s search for locations where the chirps, yowls, hoots and splashes of nature are the sole sounds. He was able to identify only 12 locations remaining in the United States where his breathing was the solitary measurable noise. Of those he divulges just three, keenly aware of mankind’s propensity to love to death the very things that are critical to holistic survival. One is the Hoh Rain Forest in his home state of Washington. “Anonymity,” says Hempton, “becomes the only viable protection.” Astoundingly, he discovers that one preserved square inch of wildlands’ intricate cacophony affects, by association, 1,000 square miles. It’s no secret Nature’s symphony brings us more in tune, that clanging towns render us off key. “Natural silence is our nation’s fastest-disappearing resource,” warns Hempton. Before International Noise Awareness Day on April 25, let’s give one inch of high desert over to noise protection and watch it take not one but 1,000 square miles.

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