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This is Bike-Rack Town USA. New Efforts Might Make it a Real Bike Town. WWW.BENDSOURCE.COM / SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 / BEND’S INDEPENDENT VOICE

he information is all there: Bend, along with most other American cities—is car-centric. Our streets, like those in many towns and cities around the United States, were designed to make car travel king. In Bend, some main thoroughfares lack even the most basic of pedestrian-friendly features in the way of sidewalks. While our region has abundant sunshine (and dry surfaces) most of the year, recent data show that we may rival places like Portland—wet and soggy roughly nine months of the year—in the percentage of people who use their bikes to commute to and fro, but with our short commutes and dry weather, we should exceed the Rose City. While we tout ourselves as being a “bike town,” what we really are is a bike-rack town. Cyclists love to live and visit here to enjoy our many trails and bikeways; we load those bikes onto racks and drive the 2 or 3 miles to the trailhead rather than deign to ride a bike, on a road or maybe a portion of an in-town trail, to get where we need to go. What does this say about us? In a time when humans are getting a “code red” regarding the state of our planet, coinciding with a time when vehicle emissions remain among the biggest creators of carbon dioxide, we as a newspaper still get letters to the editor suggesting that encouraging people to bike where they need to go is too utopian—too “out there” to actually be reality. But we can’t really blame the naysayers and letter-writers for this pessimism. As we mentioned, our cities and towns are not built in a way that makes the casual bicyclist feel comfortable getting around that way. Riding bikes to and from work ourselves, we meet a daily onslaught of drivers going too fast, drivers sliding into the bike lane to take a right turn, drivers making quick moves before they’ve adequately surveyed the area for obstacles like walkers and cyclists. If committed cyclists experience this type of stress on a daily basis, is it any wonder that our rates of bike-commuting are low? Over at Bend Park and Recreation District, its board and staff have been eyeing its role in making trails—those off-street havens for cyclists and walkers alike—more connected. The City of

Bend’s Transportation System Plan— bolstered by the passage of a bond last year—will help to build more on-street bike lanes and pedestrian walkways. BPRD aims to support that effort by working on trails that connect to some of those new lanes and walkways. Under BPRD’s 2021 Trail Action Plan, it will endeavor to use “Census data to identify potentially disadvantaged communities and prioritizes projects that will benefit them the most.” Under the updated plan, BPRD will analyze population density “and other important demographic indicators” to re-prioritize trail projects. BPRD recognizes that building trails can be more than just a recreational activity; they can also be important corridors that serve as “active transportation routes.” Going forward, it will use a new scoring methodology to determine which trail projects to prioritize. Trail projects get a higher or lower score based on whether they’re located in or near an area that’s 50% greater than the district average for population density and located in or near an area that’s 50% or greater than the district average for percent poverty. Scoring is higher for areas with a higher percentage of Latinx people, too. Trails that fill a gap in a trail network or that enhance access to a park will also get higher ratings. As you might imagine, the projects that rank the highest using this new criterion are largely on the east side of Bend—where historically, the fewest number of trails are. This new plan makes sense when applying an equity lens to the work the parks do, and when applying an environmental lens, too. Trails are not and should not only be accessible to those who live on the west side or want to drive to the west side to use them recreationally. If we truly want to shift Bend’s bike culture and to encourage more people to get out of their cars to get around, it makes perfect sense for the focus of that shift to be on the places where the most people live and where the economic benefits of skipping driving—saving on gas money and car maintenance and improving overall health, to name a few—will be most felt.

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Many of the unhoused I know in Redmond do have jobs. Heck, if I didn’t have my house I don’t know that I would be able to afford rent here. And I work full time and have a decent salary. You see help wanted signs because service industry workers have left. We are back down to pre pandemic unemployment, and we had a hiring problem before the pandemic hit. The path to a solution is not as simple as “get a job”. —Annie Frances via Facebook

This article is so misleading and disappointing to read. Sure there are those who speak in fear of the camp and at first thought is Hunnel Rd. That is because the City Council never communicated with the surrounding community about their plans. The way this entire project has been exposed to the community has been backwards. Then there are the majority, those who live in the neighborhood, educators, families, community minded neighbors who have all done research on the proposal and have voiced their opinions not in fear but in concern. I live across the street from the 9th street site. The City Council is not listening. Get on your bike and ride on the Coyner trail after school or before school tomorrow and see if you think it’s the right spot for a first time experiment. I would say that everyone I know in the larkspur community agrees in the idea of the “ village “ but nobody can understand why it would ever be dropped in the epicenter of commuting children and families. Not to mention bear creek is the biggest elementary school in bend and already has horrific traffic issues.

They plan to allow campers to park on Burnside Ave which is a heavily trafficked rd during school hours. Bend already has major safety issues and concerns when it comes to commuting and riding and walking from point A to B. Why put more stress on an area that already has stress? A community that provides a safe place for kids to walk ride safely to practice fields, parks and school? —Beth Simak via Facebook I don’t understand how seeing a well-run camp for houseless neighbors will prevent children from being children. It might actually give them some perspective and compassion their parents lack. Instead of listing all the reasons you’ve decided it won’t work, how about looking for ways to make it work. Here’s one example of a neighborhood that came to embrace a tent city in their back yard, where their children play: https://www.latimes.com/california/ story/2021-04-08/santa-rosa-neighborhood-went-from-fighting-to-embracing-tent-city-for-homeless —Renee Alexander via Facebook

RE: THE GRAND OL’ PROVOCATEURS: CONSERVATIVE PUNDIT RAHEEM KASSAM, FORMER BREITBART EDITOR AND UKIP CANDIDATE, LAYS OUT A PROTRUMP FUTURE IN A POST-TRUMP WORLD NEWS, 9/2

Thanks Jack for your coverage of this GOP event. Your headline leaves me thinking you might be dismissing these provocateurs as being silly for not realizing they are “living in a postTrump world.” Oh how I wish we were truly living in a post-Trump world! His big election fraud lie has poisoned our already broken democracy and his three Supreme Court appointees are about to ignite a full on cultural

civil war in this country. He owns the Republican Party. I could go on and on but the point is we will be living in Trumpworld for a long time and any progressive who thinks that because we have a Democrat in the Oval Office that everything’s going to be ok is as deluded as the FauxNews watching country club Republicans. —James Townsend via bendsource.com

big things off your chest” to reach out to you. Movies, it is clear to me, are a vehicle through which you express your stupendous creativity, love and desire to serve. P.S.: Regarding “What We Do in the Shadows?” Yeah, saw the movie and the series three times now! You sure called that one right! :-) —Blessings without end, Krayna Castelbaum

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I’ve been meaning to write about your column, “Screen,” to say: You! Are! Awesome! Your humor and sense of irony, the way you capture nuances in film, your gleeful response to films that entertain you—all of it, fantastic! I respect your willingness to watch provocative films that disturb you for days. You never seem to reject that discomfort, but rather ponder and use it. (Major teaching right there.) Your reviews about movies that illuminate the best and the worst of humanity overflow with compassion and honesty. And you tell it like it is without artifice. Your reviews remind me of poetry and dreams, which give of themselves endlessly and have the power to catapult us into new ways of perceiving. I learn something new every week from you. You write beautifully, with the courage to share your own vulnerability. I hope you know you and your artistry are loved and appreciated. Lastly, this week (on 9/9) you invited readers who want to talk or “get

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After continued growth in the population without homes, Bend city councilors seek to centralize service providers By Jack Harvel

wo Bend City Councilors are advocating for the creation of a joint office that would centralize the work of area unhoused service providers. In a letter to Deschutes County commissioners, Councilors Anthony Broadman and Megan Perkins noted the reported 13% increase in the unhoused population following the most recent point-in-time count from the Central Oregon Homeless Leadership Coalition. If not addressed, the numbers could continue to rise, they said. Currently, service providers collaborate by way of the Homeless Leadership Coalition, whose members include “nonprofit homeless assistance providers, victim service providers, faithbased organizations, governments, businesses, advocates, public housing agencies, school districts, social service providers, mental health agencies, hospitals, universities, affordable housing developers, law enforcement, people with lived experience of homelessness and others who care about the issues facing our unhoused neighbors” according to its website. “That was sort of formed to be the place where all the service providers could go and try and coordinate as much as possible,” Perkins told the Source. “One of the things that we are seeing as we go through this work with the Emergency Homeless Task Force (a group of local experts who inform both the City and County on resources, opportunities and actions to eliminate houselessness) and this work with the unhoused community in general, is that it’s not only about coordinat-

The most recent Point In Time Count shows a 13% increase in the unhoused population, consistent with the last several years. Though the reduction in chronic homelessness is promising, other demographics like youths and unaccompanied children troubles some officials.

Task Force are implemented,” Perkins said. “We cannot keep burdening our nonprofit and our faith community,” Perkins said. “By expecting all of that work to be done by people who are working

My first thought is, there’s a couple ways you can go with this, either this is really just managing a specific issue in our community, or it’s reworking all of government and how we manage society, so as to say that a lot of work to be done here —Tony DeBone ing services, but it’s about coordinating data, it’s about coordinating sustainable funding solutions.” Having a formalized centralized office could take some burden off of service providers, Perkins says. The office would have an executive position, “with the responsibility to connect all efforts to prevent and end homelessness and make sure that the strategic plans and ideas that come out of the Emergency Homelessness

their tails off every single day, and are at maximum capacity, we need to take responsibility as a city and as a county and as a region to help coordinate and help find these solutions.” In the proposed joint office, agencies would play to their strengths. For municipalities that is directing policies, finding land and working on housing issues. But there are things the City just isn’t equipped to do. “We are not service providers, and we

do not do public or behavioral health. So that’s under the county’s jurisdiction, for lack of a better word. And because public and behavioral health is run out of the county, we need them as partners in this effort,” Perkins said. Deschutes County Commissioner Phil Chang said he’s supportive of more collective effort in addressing houselessness, but said he’s wary of characterizing houselessness as only a public health crisis. “The way that Oregon’s land use system works, cities bear more responsibility for creating housing than counties. To stabilize our homeless neighbors, we need wraparound services— which the County can play a lead role in—and we need at least temporary places for people to live—which our cities should play a lead role in,” Chang wrote in an email. Commissioner Tony DeBone was more cautious, saying there are avenues the joint office could go down that would fundamentally change the function of the government. “There’s a couple ways you can go with this: either this is really just managing a specific issue in our community, or it’s reworking all of government and how we

manage society, so as to say—that’s a lot of work to be done here,” DeBone said. DeBone said he supports current efforts around houselessness, but there are a lot of issues that need to be explored before he’d co-sign on a government entity providing housing. “Anybody would want to help stabilize somebody in need or give somebody resources to go, give them a hand up, but we really got to figure out what we are doing in our Central Oregon community,” DeBone said. “How much is the cost of land, cost effective entry housing, privately owned entry housing is hard. And then addiction issues are hard. And generational poverty, breaking cycles in families, there’s all kinds of aspects here.” Though the letter was only signed by Councilors Broadman and Perkins, Perkins said it has received support from other councilors. “I think we all agree that the way to do this is to do it through the Emergency Homelessness Task Force, because that group is a city-county group, but also, more importantly, has a large number of service providers that work with this community every day, and we need their guidance on the best way to go about doing this,” Perkins said.

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que no acepta mascotas y tener un bebe son algunas de las razones principales para devolver a la mascota, dijo Orchida. Para disminuir algo de eso, HSCO y otros albergues piden que las posibles familias adoptivas respondan un cuestionario que hace pensar a las familias sobre los aspectos prácticos al tener una mascota; tal como, quién lo alimentara, paseará y cuidará. Y luego el concepto de poner a la mascota con las personas indicadas. “Creo que como estamos tan basados en el internet y buscamos un animal por internet, esa es una muy excelente forma de ver que hay disponible,” dijo Ouchida. “Pero siempre le digo a la gente que nosotros no somos Amazon. De verdad queremos que la gente se tome el tiempo de venir al albergue. Pasar tiempo con el animal.” Y aunque la historia de los cachorros de la pandemia que ahora son devueltos cuando la gente regresa a la oficina de trabajo puede ser no la misma en todos

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lados, una cosa sobre los cachorros de la pandemia ha sido más común. “Estamos recibiendo perros de año, año y medio o menos que no han socializado,” dijo Ouchida. “Así que tal vez fueron adoptados durante la pandemia, pero no los sacaron de la ciudad, al Old Mill o a eventos. Así que muchos de estos, a los que les llamamos cachorros de la pandemia, tienen comportamientos en los que no están socializando lo suficiente.” Los cachorros de la pandemia pueden tener más miedo a personas extrañas, a los ruidos o lugares nuevos, o incluso tener miedo de atravesar las puertas. “Es bastante fácil reconocerlos basados en su edad y luego en su comportamiento. Nuestros empleados y voluntarios han invertido mucho tiempo en entrenar y socializar a estos perros. Algunos han tardado más de un mes para llegar a un estado seguro de adopción,” comentó ella.

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al vez a escuchado noticias como estas recientemente: Las personas que adoptaron todos esos “cachorros en la pandemia” durante los días tranquilos de trabajo desde casa, ahora están cambiando de opinión y los están devolviendo a montones. No tanto, dijo Humane Society (sociedad protectora de animales) en nuestra zona local. Las mascotas adoptadas de los albergues tanto a nivel local como nacional son devueltas por varias razones, pero en Humane Society de la zona Centro de Oregon (HSCO por sus siglas en inglés) las cifras muestran que el número de mascotas devueltas bajo a comparación del año pasado, dijo Lynne Ouchida, gerente de promoción comunitaria para HSCO. HSCO adopto 1,984 mascotas en 2019, con un porcentaje de mascotas devueltas del 8.4%. En el 2020, adoptó 1,237 mascotas con un porcentaje de mascotas devueltas del 9.2%. Por los meses trascurridos este 2021, HSCO ha adoptado 692 mascotas con un porcentaje de mascotas devueltas del 7.6%. A nivel ocal,

el porcentaje de devolución ha bajado. Ouchida dijo que la narrativa sobre la devolución de mascotas adoptadas durante la pandemia provino de una historia compartida a nivel nacional de tan solo dos albergues, información recabada por un medio de comunicación y luego retomada por otros medios de comunicación. “Se redujo a dos albergues elegidos por un noticiero,” dijo Ouchida. En general, la cantidad de mascotas llevadas a los albergues y que se adoptaron bajo significativamente del 2019 al 2020, según la base de datos nacional de Shelter Animals Count. En 2019, 3.5 millones de mascotas fueron llevadas a albergues. En 2020, ese número fue de 2.7 millones. “Las personas están en casa, así que en general, parece que el número de mascotas callejeras ha disminuido porque los niños estaban en casa.” Dijo Ouchida. “No iban a invitar a los amigos de los niños a casa por lo que las puertas no estaban abiertas; la puerta principal no la dejaban abierta.” Los cambios de estilo de vida son las razones más comunes porque las mascotas regresan a los albergues, por ejemplo: mudarse de casa, mudarse a un lugar

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There’s no single view among veterans on the Afghan withdrawal, but they do face unique challenges both during their service and after By Jack Harvel

An impromptu memorial was erected on Reed Market Road across from Farewell Bend Park to memorialize the 13 U.S. Service Members killed in an attack at the Kabul Airport last month.

here are around 22,000 veterans in Central Oregon—less than 10% of the population. Nationally about 7% of the population has served in the military. Three million served during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. A slim, and decreasing fraction of United States citizens know the rigors of military life and even fewer the unique challenges faced by veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. “Whatever their fond sentiments for men and women in uniform, for most Americans the wars [in Iraq and Afghanistan] remain an abstraction. A distant and unpleasant series of news items that does not affect them personally,” said Secretary of Defense Robert Gates in 2010. “Even after 9/11, in the absence of a draft, for a growing number of Americans, service in the military, no matter how laudable, has become something for other people to do. In fact, with each passing decade fewer and fewer Americans know someone with military experience in their family or social circle.” There is no ubiquitous belief among veterans after the withdrawal from Afghanistan last month, ending what was America’s longest war. A Morning Consult Poll shows that divide, with 58% supporting the withdrawal, 7% unsure and 35% opposing. Even with the qualifier that the Taliban regains control of Afghanistan, still 53% support the withdrawal, 10% aren’t sure and 36% oppose. “In the military we’re trained to think collectively and not as much

individually. Yet, we are a reflection of the society of America. And so you’re going to get the same diversity of thought among veterans,” said Ron Ford, an Air Force veteran of Vietnam and vice president of the Central Oregon Veteran’s Ranch Board of Directors. “Maybe there’s a connection between the willingness to serve and certain ideas and views. But my experience has been that they pretty well reflect society.” Though veterans run the gamut of American opinions, they are unique in that they experienced something that for most Americans was an abstraction. “It’s frustrating now, because I left a part of me over there,” said Ryan Mulhur, an Army veteran of the war in Afghanistan who moved to Central Oregon three years ago. Mulhur says the withdrawal has been disheartening for him, since he has personal relationships with interpreters, Afghan soldiers they trained and Afghan civilians. “It just sucks, and it hurts, and you feel like your country, your government is just kind of abandoning people that helped them out,” Mulhur said. “In the past, that’s just how veterans have felt about them, especially the Vietnam era veterans, they felt abandoned. I kind of get it now. I don’t feel like our government really did... I’ll say the right thing, but that’s a personal opinion.” The withdrawal has also been a trigger for some veterans, reigniting mental

health issues. A 2014 study found enormous disparities in mental health among civilians and military personnel, with soldiers five times more likely to experience major depression, six times more likely to experience inter-

very, very, very openly. We talk about death, we talk about suicide, but we talk about it in a way that gives us relief. It’s cathartic, in many ways,” he says. Supporting veterans’ mental health is among the top priorities for veter-

"I can talk to my brothers and sisters about mental health and about how I’m doing that week or doing that day, and there’s no judgment. Whereas I can’t with the public, especially because the public hears military and they think of a lethal killing machine nine times out of 10." —Ryan Mulhur mittent explosive disorder and 15 times more likely to experience post-traumatic stress disorder. “I can talk to my brothers and sisters about mental health and about how I’m doing that week or doing that day, and there’s no judgment. Whereas I can’t with the public, especially because the public hears military and they think of a lethal killing machine nine times out of 10,” Mulhur said. Mulhur said military members have a different way of speaking to each other, and that speaking with other veterans can be helpful after returning home. “I think a good example would be veteran suicide. We can talk about it

an organizations like Central Oregon Veterans Ranch, which Ford said provides a healing environment for veterans challenged with reentering society and PTSD. “There’s 20,000 veterans in Central Oregon. Statistically, there are somewhere between 20-30% of veterans that are dealing with PTSD,” Ford said. “If you did the math, and you just say let’s take 25% of that 20,000, you got 5,000 veterans in Central Oregon. Now you multiply that out by a partner, spouse, kids, family members, whatever it is. So it’s 10-15,000 people in Central Oregon, that are affected by PTSD.”

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Jeshua Marshall Shines on his Solo Debut “Shoot The Moon” shows the musician opening up and having fun By Isaac Biehl

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here are nods to Central Oregon all throughout Jeshua Marshall’s first solo album. Whether it be his mentions of the area’s desert landscapes, the juniper trees or an entire song titled “Ochoco Hills,” there is plenty of homegrown love on the album. Even on the cover, you see Marshall playing his guitar with Smith Rock State Park resting in the background. With an Americana mix that is both bluesy and folky, “Shoot The Moon” is an album that definitely feels like it’s from home. Fitted with 10 tracks that highlight Marshall’s skills as a musician and vocalist, alongside production and drums from the Mad Caddies’ Todd Rosenberg, the project is able to span a ton of material and talking points. From facing policing brutality and racism on “No More,” to experiencing moments of grief after losing a loved one on “Dragonfly,” and even changing your life’s course by making the right move on the album’s title track. Marshall bares a lot on the record and dives deep into life— leaving us with thought-provoking lyrics to dwell on after they play by. The album was mainly recorded at Fuzz Records, a nonprofit record label that Marshall and Rosenberg started together. To

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hear “Shoot The Moon,” head to Spotify or Bandcamp. Get to know more about the record in our Q&A with Marshall below. Source Weekly: This is your first solo project and you’ve been working on it for a while now. How does it feel to finally have it released for people to hear? Jeshua Marshall: It feels awesome. It feels kind of surreal right now. I’m super excited just to get it out. But now the real work begins. Even though it’s been like 10 years of writing these songs [laughs]. I recorded it all at Fuzz Records. We [Marshall and Rosenberg] started a nonprofit record label, and that’s the inprint we’re using. SW: Do you find yourself often inspired by the surroundings here? And what’s your writing process like? JW: Yeah, absolutely! It just kind of slips into my lyrics. Before COVID, a little bit before, I set a challenge to write a song at least once a week. I was doing well, and then COVID hit, and then I got all depressed and didn’t write anything for like a month. Since then I’ve been able to lock myself into the practice of trying to write a song every day. I’ve probably written like 200 to 300 songs in the past year.

A scene from Marshall’s video for “Shoot The Moon.” We’re not in Bend anymore, Toto.

SW: It also seems like you’re sharing a lot about your life and feelings in the music, whether it be your own life changes, death, police brutality or your family. Did you realize the record was going to be such an open one while you were making it? And even though you’ve made music for a long time, does being vulnerable still make you nervous? JW: It kind of just happened that way… but I felt my first solo project should be an autobiography of sorts. Some fiction, but mostly just from personal experience. And it does a bit, you know. Especially if

people don’t get it, like, ‘oh no, they don’t like my heart!’ [laughs]. Writer’s Favorite Tracks: “Shoot The Moon,” “Weeping Symphony,” “Dragonfly” There's more to this story online at bendsource.com. Jeshua Marshall Album Release w/ Jah Yogi & Helga Sat., Oct. 9 at 8pm Volcanic Theatre Pub 70 SW Century Dr., Bend $10

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The Deschutes Land Trust is the designated nonprofit beneficiary for Deschutes Brewery’s Community Pint Nights in September! Enjoy good beer for a great cause. Deschutes Brewery will donate $1 from every pint sold to the Land Trust. Tue., Sept. 21. Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend.

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Celebrate the new season with Crosscut. German beers will be flowing and the food trucks will be serving Oktoberfest favorites like Bavarian pretzels and sausages. Live music, commemorative steins and lots of festive decor! Sat., Sept. 18, Noon-10pm. Crosscut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend. No cover.

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Say bye to summer and welcome the new season with a BBQ at The Grove. Rancher Butcher Chef is providing the food and Waypoint is slinging drinks. Enjoy live music from Toast N Jam and The Travis Ehrenstrom Band! Sat., Sept. 18, 3-8pm. The Grove, 921 NW Mt. Washington Drive, Bend. Free to attend.

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Catch this comedy dynamo at the Tower Theatre. Bob Saget is best known for his time on “Full House” but will be bringing his funny, stand-up style at this special show. Sun., Sep. 19, 7:30pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $52.50-$75.

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The Environmental Center is hosting a Multicultural Art Exhibit, featuring local BILAPOC, LGBTQ+ artists. Experience live poetry, music, creative arts and educational activities. Try your hand at the creative process at the live art demonstration. Thu., Sep. 16, 4:30-6:30pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Free to attend.

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Worthy Brewing Summer Sessions: Loose

15 Wednesday

Platoon Join us on the patio for live music with Loose Platoon! 7-9pm. No cover.

The Vault Trivia Night Trivia Night at The Vault Taphouse is back! Bring your friends and get ready to play. Cool swag, prizes to the winner! And hold on to your used trivia card for $1 off your first pint on Sundays too! 6:30pm. Free. Bevel Craft Brewing Live Music on the Patio

Featuring Rubbah Tree! This 6-piece local reggae rock band is set out to spread the positive message and irie rhythm with the heavy influence of the Northwest. 6-8:30pm. No cover.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy Open

Mic Every Wednesday night at Craft Kitchen and Brewery. Free to watch. Free to perform. Always a good time. Come down and watch comics work out new material or get up and try stand-up for yourself! 8-10pm. Free.

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Eric Lead-

better Join us for music in the garden with Eric Leadbetter. 5:30-8:30pm. No cover.

The Domino Room Creed Bratton Creed Bratton is coming back to Bend! 8-11pm. $25. Initiative Brewing Trivia Wednesdays Trivia

Wednesdays in Redmond, with UKB Trivia. Team up with friends to win top prizes! No charge to play. Enjoy cold brews, cocktails and great food too. Summer trivia is outdoors on the patio. 6:30-8:30pm. free.

Northside Bar & Grill Mellow Wednesday

Acoustic Open Mic & Jam Catering to musicians and listeners alike. The longest running acoustic open mic/jam in Bend resumes! Performer sign-up begins at 6:30pm. PA/sound is provided by host. Bring your instrument(s) and or ears to join in on the fun. Please, no electric guitars or amplifiers. Ages 21+ 7pm. Free admission.

Pronghorn Resort Music on the Patio Each

Wednesday and Friday night through the summer, resort guests, members and the public are invited to enjoy live music in Bend in the beautiful outdoor setting of our Trailhead patio. 5pm. No cover.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Vegas’ That 1 Guy He frequently performs and records as a one-man band, singing and using a variety of homemade musical instruments. 8pm. $20.

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16 Thursday Bridge 99 Brewery Thursday Trivia Night

at Bridge 99 Join us each Thursday at six, for live UKB Trivia at Bridge 99 Brewery. Free to play, win Bridge 99 gift cards! 6pm. Free!.

Bunk+Brew Amateur Karaoke League The hot-

test show in town.. You! Backyard karaoke all night in The Yard@Bunk+Brew. Enjoy local craft beer, food trucks, and the full array of vocal talent. Pick your song and sing with friends, or alone. All skills welcome. it’s as easy as that ! 6-10pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Trivia Night We are bringing a nostaligic spin to trivia with large, handcrafted replicas of Trivial Pursuit wheels. We have enough pies for six teams. So, get here early to claim your favorite color! Sign up 6:30. Starts at 7pm. Free to play. 6:30-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Blackstrap Bluegrass

17 Friday Bunk+Brew Summer Nights w/ Nick Crockett It’s the last weekend of summer ! But don’t worry, we’re not stopping with live music. Our friend and local icon Nick Crockett is going to perform all the acoustics and soothing vocals you crave as you soak up every last minute of the summer in the Beer Garden! 7-10pm. No cover. Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards Live

Music at the Vineyard: Bobby Lindstrom Join International Blues Challenge solo nominee, singer/ songwriter/bluesman Bobby Lindstrom for some soul-inspiring blues and rock. His riveting original songs reflect the stories of his life, his loves and his quest of helping people through music. 6pm. $15.

Initiative Brewing Victory Swig live at Initiative Brewing Come down to Initiative Brewing and experience the rhythmic soul of Victory Swig! 6:30-9:30pm. No cover. Les Schwab Amphitheater Lake Street

monthly night OUT Join local LGBTQ+ community at Dogwood to giggle and greet, support and cavort. 7-10pm. Free.

Dive Lake Street Dive is known for their playful, cross-pollinated blend of neo-soul and pop/rock, Lake Street Dive have built a loyal fan base, weaving elements of jazz, folk, and funk into their sound. 7pm. $35-$85.

Revival Vintage THRIFTY THURSDAY PARTY-

On Tap Doc Ryan & The DiRT Trio Doc Ryan and

Dogwood Cocktail Cabin Oh Yess - A

Free bevs, live record spinning, local vendors + makers Join Bend’s “Best Vintage Clothing Stores,” Revival Vintage and Luck of the Draw, for their monthly Thrifty Thursday party. This month, vendors include Nomad Leather, Dime Pieces Vintage, Articles of Thrift, Forage + Spice, sneakerhead streetwear EsJay, and Travis slinging vinyl records, while Adam spins! Free drinks as always!! 3-8pm. Free.

River’s Place The Mostest Clever, guitar-heavy, original jam-band 6-8pm. No cover. Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon!

Voted Best Trivia in Bend by Bend Magazine 2018 and 2019! Come play Trivia with us at Silver Moon Brewing every Thursday Night. Bring your friends, test your knowledge and compete for Silver Moon gift cards and prizes. 7-9pm. Free.

The DiRT Trio are returning to On Tap for our last Bend summer show. Supporting all the good folks in the medical community, On Tap is in the heart of Bend’s medical district and The DiRT Trio is happy to bring the gratitude! And the tunes! 6-8pm. No cover.

Open Space Event Studios Bass in the Open Space.01 MINTED EVENTS PRESENTS TO YOU Danny Grooves Pheel. Dar Hugh Manatee 8:30pm1am. $10-$15.

Pronghorn Resort Music on the Patio With the

best mountain sunset views in the area, our patio is the premier place to enjoy an evening of outdoor music, drinks, dinner and fresh summer air. 5pm. No cover.

River’s Place Bill Keale Hawaiian music, slack key guitar, pop & folk, Bill Keale’s smooth vocal style adds a special touch to audiences everywhere. 6-8pm. No cover. Courtesy Volcanic Theatre Pub

Join Blackstrap Bluegrass outside on the back deck of Silver Moon Brewing and get your weekend started right! 6-8pm. No cover.

Silver Moon Brewing Fox and Bones Nine out of 10 ancient scholars agree that the third time is in fact a “charm” and for Portland, Oregon-based modern vintage duo Fox and Bones, this rings true. As the final touches are being put on their third studio album, American Alchemy, (Out on Dutch Records) they can’t help but to reflect upon the five years and 564 shows that brought them to this prescient point in their career. 8pm. No cover. The Vault Taphouse Friday Night Music With Casey Hurt Join us on the patio to listen to Casey Hurt play live! If you haven’t heard him yet, you should. Live looping, original music, and covers! 7-9:30pm. Free.

18 Saturday Bunk+Brew Full Moon Party ! Join Jhana Sound and guests for a fusion night of music, dance, eclectic performances and live art at the 3rd Full Moon Fusion Night at Bunk+Brew. Celebrate the full harvest moon with performances enveloped in an environment of love and healing. 7-10pm. No cover. Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy at Craft: Marc Yaffee Saturday Nights are made for laughter at Craft. Come down early and get dinner from their amazing menu. Craft Beer is on tap along with cider and great cocktails! Headliner: Marc Yaffee. Marc Yaffee’s relevant, relatable comedy skewers sacred cows, dissects societal stupidities and confronts our common frustrations. 8-10pm. $15. Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Call Down

Thunder @ Crosscut’s Oktoberfest Celebration Call Down Thunder is closing out our Oktoberfest Celebration with some Grateful Dead tunes in the garden. 6-9pm. No cover.

Les Schwab Amphitheater NEEDTO-

BREATHE: Into the Mystery Tour With their inspiration rooted in their Christian faith, they consistently deliver a soulful rock medley paired perfectly with Bear Reinhart’s (lead vocals) heartfelt and unique vocals. 6pm. $40-$70.

River’s Place Milo Matthews By using a drum pad, effects pedal, and a looping machine Milo can provide his own rhythm, bass line, keys and lead guitar turning him into an unstoppable one-man show. Milo’s styles range from jazz to blues, rock, pop, funk and even folk. Milo also performs his own originals 6-8pm. No cover. Silver Moon Brewery Pinups and Pistons: Car Show, Roof Rabbits, and Bend Burlesque Check it out! SIlver Moon, Caswerks, Roof Rabbits and Bend Burlesque are coming together to put on a killer party! Car show with food trucks and vendors from 2-7pm, Roof Rabbits will be playing 5-7, and then we’ll have a burlesque show and dance party to end the evening! 2-11pm. $25. Sisters Depot John Shipe Veteran Pacific Northwest songster just released his 12th album. Gushing reviews surround Shipe’s Americana work, charting in six countries on three continents. After 5,000 gigs and a million miles, he’s starting to get good at it, having opened for Bob Dylan, Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Jerry Joseph, Derek Trucks, Los Lobos, Hootie & the Blowfish and Blind Melon. 6pm. $5.

Based out of Las Vegas, That 1 Guy is heading to Central Oregon on Wed., Sep 15 at the Volcanic Theatre Pub.

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Thump Coffee - NW Crossing Thump Lot Party: Chris King & The Gutterballs and Smoker Dad Going Left Music and FVZZ Records Presents: Chris King & The Gutterballs and Smoker Dad! Live at Thump Coffee Roastery. 6pm. $25.

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Volcanic Theatre Pub Necktie Killer &

No Cash Value at Volcanic Necktie Killer is a band born in the 3rd wave ska, and combines elements of punk/thrash, rock, reggae, ska, funk, jazz and more! The original lineup was compromised of all Redmond High School band nerds and consisted of guitars, drums, and a 3-piece horn section. 9-11:30pm. $10.

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19 Sunday Bunk+Brew Trivia Nights in the Beer Garden That’s like..totally a thinker bro! Come out and test your smarts in the Beer Garden with a wide range of different categories every week. Prizes from Old Ironwood Taps await the winner. 7-9pm. Free. Elixir Wine Group Wine Down Sunday Jazz

Elixir wines now presenting live jazz Sunday afternoons. 2-5pm. Free.

Les Schwab Amphitheater Pink Martini

featuring China Forbes Dubbed as the “little orchestra” Pink Martini is a 13-member musical group from Portland, Oregon. Formed in 1994 by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, the group draws inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop. 7pm. $55-$85.

Maragas Winery Sunday Jazz at Maragas Win-

ery featuring Lisa Dae Trio Come and enjoy an afternoon of jazz featuring the Lisa Dae Trio. Available for you to enjoy while listening to the groove of jazz: We’ll have a cheese plate, Mediterranean appetizer plate, olives, wine, beer, soft-drinks and more. Please, no outside beverages or beverage containers. 1-4pm.

River’s Place Trivia Grab your team and join us

for this fun competition of the mind. Free to play and prizes to win! Mimosas are plentiful as well as brunch options from the trucks. A perfect Sunday Funday! Noon-2pm. Free.

River’s Place Tyson Vandenbrouke Indie/ acoustic/folk. Half originals & Half covers 6-8pm. No cover. Silver Moon Brewing Not Cho' Grandma's

Bingo Not Cho’ Grandma’s Bingo is back at Silver Moon Brewing! We host our famous bingo event every Sunday morning for good times and a chance to win some cold hard cash! 10am-1pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Red Elvises 25th An-

niversary Tour Join us for a special show Sunday, Sept. 19 with Red Elvises on the patio stage! Enjoy two FREE & all ages sets of Siberian Surf Rock. 6-9pm. No cover.

Tower Theatre Comedy & A Cause Presents Bob Saget Yes, Bob Saget has starred in many successful television shows, including two of the most family-friendly shows network TV has ever produced (“Full House” and “Americas Funniest Home Videos”) but he’s also an out-of-his-mind, Grammy-nominated standup comedian for over 30 years. 7:30pm. $52.50-$75.

20 Monday Bridge 99 Brewery Monday Night Trivia Now

playing Mondays (Thursdays too!) at 6 it’s live UKB Trivia at Bridge 99 Brewery. Free to play, win Bridge 99 gift cards! 6-8pm. Free.

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Lake Street Dive's catchy tunes and soulful vocals are coming to Les Schwab this Fri., Sep 17 at 7pm.

Les Schwab Amphitheater Brandi Carlile

Brandi Carlile is an American, award-winning singer-songwriter, author and producer who has released six studio albums, one live album, and has earned 11 Grammy Award nominations. 6:30pm. $45-$150.

Sisters Depot Wine-O Bingo What is

Wine-O???? Our fun version of bingo. Grab a friend or significant other and join us for a great evening of fun!!! Wine-O is free to play and we give away prizes! Space is limited as we have only 29 wine-o cards unless you want to share with a friend. 6-8:30pm.

21 Tuesday The Commons Cafe & Taproom Story-

Teller’s Open Mic “The best open mic in town!” -said by many. Come to play or come to listen, you won’t be disappointed either way. Hosted by local musician Bill Powers, sign-ups start at 5pm sharp, mic goes live at 6. Outdoors with plenty of room and views. Sponsored by Bend Cider Co. 6pm. Free.

Les Schwab Amphitheater Foreigner Founded in 1976, with lead singer Mick Jones, the group is known around the world for some of rock and roll’s most recognizable songs, including “Cold As Ice”, “Juke Box Hero”, “Hot Blooded”, and “I Want To Know What Love Is.” 7pm. $45-$85. The Cellar - A Porter Brewing Company Open Mic Night Head down to The Cellar and

join us for open mic night every 1st & 3rd Tuesday, hosted by James Matt. For musicians, poets, and more! *Mics will be sanitized between use (or you can bring your own). Third Tuesday of every month. 6pm.

22 Wednesday Bevel Craft Brewing Live Music on the Patio Featuring Fair Trade Boogie Band! They’re a high energy funk/jam band based here in Bend. Get ready for some funky grooves and shredding guitar solos that will be sure to bring the house down! 6-8pm. No cover. Craft Kitchen and Brewery The Workout:

Comedy Open Mic Free to watch. Free to perform. Always a good time. Come down and watch comics work out new material or get up and try stand up for yourself! 8-10pm. Free.

Initiative Brewing Trivia Wednesdays Trivia

Wednesdays in Redmond, with UKB Trivia. Team up with friends to win top prizes! No charge to play. Enjoy cold brews, cocktails and great food too. 6:30-8:30pm. free.

Northside Bar & Grill Mellow Wednesday Acoustic Open Mic & Jam Catering to musicians and listeners alike. The longest running acoustic open mic/jam in Bend resumes! Performer sign-up begins at 6:30pm. PA/sound is provided by host. Bring your instrument(s) and or ears to join in on the fun. Please, no electric guitars or amplifiers. 7pm. Free admission. On Tap BINGO for Street Dog Hero Street Dog

Hero is partnering with Dustin Riley Events to bring high energy + high entertainment BINGO. 4 games of bingo! Cash prizes + surprises + more! Family friendly FUN! Dogs welcome! $25 buy in for bingo. Let’s support Street Dog Hero - a 501(c)(3)! 6-8pm. $25.

Pronghorn Resort Music on the Patio With the

Wild Ride Brewing End of Summer Patio

Party We are celebrating the last day of Summer 2021 with a party on the patio! Enjoy music by DJ Chris, food trucks, games, and drink specials. 6pm. Free.

Worthy Brewing 3 of We: Live at Worthy Brewing 3 of We will be celebrating the last day of summer with their final show of summer. Come celebrate the Fall Equinox with original music and good times! 7-9pm. No cover.

MUSIC Online: Santoor: A Musical Journey to Iran Take a quick journey to Iran with a

Persian instrument called a “Santoor” (a Persian Hammered dulcimer) and learn from Maestro Hossein Salehi. For more information visit deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/62428. Sept. 17, 4-5pm. Free.

The Ultimate Oldies Show A locally-pro-

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

Ukulele Meetups Bunk+Brew is hosting

weekly ukulele meetups for all skill levels with songbooks and light instruction from skilled players. All skill levels welcome and extra ukulele’s available for rent from the beer garden. Come join the weekly jam sessions all summer! Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Bunk+Brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend. Free.

best mountain sunset views in the area, our patio is the premier place to enjoy an evening of outdoor music, drinks, dinner and fresh summer air. 5pm. No cover.

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DANCE Fantasy Ballet: An Imaginative Ballet Class for 5-Year-Olds! This fantasy-themed ballet class is designed to cultivate your child’s creativity, individuality and artistry while discovering ballet terminology and culture of discipline. Class begins Sept 11 and runs through mid-June on monthly tuition. Email dance@abcbend.com for more info! Saturdays, 11-11:45am. Through June 18. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend. $61.

Foreigner is bringing your favorite throwbacks to life on Tue., Sep 21 at 7pm at the Les Schwab Ampitheater.

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People from Our Past September’s program

Contemporary Realist Fine Artist David Kreitzer In the tradition of Turner and Cezanne,

master oil & watercolorist, David Kreitzer, exhibits exquisite & stunning landscapes, figure, fantasy, California Oak Hills and Nishigoi koi oils through summer 2021 at the Wooden Jewel Gallery downtown Bend & the Betty Gray Gallery at the Sunriver Lodge. Mondays-Sundays, 11am-5pm. Betty Gray Gallery, Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver. Contact: 805-234-2048. jkreitze@ icloud.com. Free.

Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour Explore

ART in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge during the 15th annual Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour. Forty juried artists will open their studios to the public for this three-day tour, featuring the highest quality. Sept. 17-19, 10am-5pm. Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour, Artists studios throughout the Gorge, Hood River. Contact: gorgeartists@gmail. com. Free.

Multicultural Art Exhibit Join us at The Environmental Center in downtown Bend for a Multicultural Art Exhibit. Experience live poetry, music, and creative arts by local BILAPOC, LGBTQ+ artists. You will also get the opportunity to practice your creative skills during our live art demonstration. This year’s theme is Coming Together. Sept. 16, 4:30-6:30pm. The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave., Bend. Free. Scalehouse Gallery New Exhibition: Be Nice White ... You’re in Bend “Be Nice White

... You’re in Bend” is produced by local BIPOC artists and aims to highlight the lived experience of BIPOC in the community and challenge the idea that Central Oregon is an area with “no diversity”. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1-6pm. Through Sept. 25. Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. Contact: stephanie@scalehouse.org.

PRESENTATIONS & EXHIBITS In Time’s Hum: The Art and Science of Pollination In Time’s Hum dives into the world of

pollinators, with a focus on the flowers essential to their survival. May 22-Oct. 24. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend.

Know Des(s)erts - The Ecology & Behavior of Mojave Desert Tortoises

Explore the natural history of the desert tortoise of the American Southwest. Sept. 21, 6-7pm. deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/62319. Free.

Online: Know Des(s)erts - Georgia O’Keffee Inspired by the High Desert

American artist Georgia O’Keeffe spent decades in the southwest and made Northern New Mexico her home from 1949 until her death in 1986. Learn the details about the land she loved; flora, fauna, geology and the high desert environment. deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/62574. Sept. 16, 6-7pm. Free.

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will feature an appearance by infamous outlaw and gunfighter of the American West, Hank Vaughan, played by Bend-based reenactor Matt Cleman. Wed, Sept. 15, 12:15pm and Wed, Sept. 22, 12:15pm. A.R. Bowman Museum - Community Room, 246 N. Main St., Prineville. Contact: library@ crooklib.org. Free.

Plant Parenthood 101Plant Parenthood will be your “101” class for indoor plants, to help prepare you and give you an awareness of how to grow your indoor jungle properly, (no matter the size), so you won’t loose your purchase. Sept. 19, 12-1:30pm. Somewhere That’s Green, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. $10. Webcast: The Mysterious World of Spotted Bats For generations, folks have associated

the bat with the dark, spooky night, resulting in its common depiction as Dracula. When in fact, bats are actually quite the opposite. Sept. 15, 6pm. Free.

THEATER “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Oscar Wilde “The Importance of Being

Earnest” is a trivial comedy for serious people by Oscar Wilde in which the protagonists maintain fictitious personae to escape burdensome social obligations. Set in the 1980s - Directed by Emily Cady. Thu, Sept. 16, 7:30pm, Fri, Sept. 17, 7:30pm, Sat, Sept. 18, 7:30pm and Sun, Sept. 19, 7:30pm. Cascade Theatrical Theatre, 148 NW Greenwood, Bend. $25.00-$27.00.

WORDS Memoir Writing Class (3-sessions online) Registration open. Choose one: Sept. 16, 23,

& 30, 10:30am - noon, or Oct. 13, 20, & 27, 10:30am - noon, or Nov. 2, 9, & 16, 1 - 2:30pm. $115. This class guides you in writing, reflecting on, and shaping a meaningful story. Register at esantasiero@gmail.com or 541-408-4509. $115.

Mystery Book Club Please join us for Mystery

Book Club. We will discuss Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson. Sept. 15, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Online: Writers Working - Take a Breath: How to Read Poetry - Yours and Other’s

Registration required in advance. Explore the pleasure and nuance of reading poetry aloud in this workshop. How do form and punctuation create a road map for the breath to follow? Be prepared to read a few lines, and to write some, too. Irene Cooper is an author and poet. Sept. 18, 10am-Noon. deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/61947. Free.

Rediscovered Reads Book Club Please

join us for Rediscovered Reads Book Club. We will discuss Gilead by Marilynne Robinson. Sept. 22, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Drive, #110, Bend. Contact: julie@ roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

ETC. Exhibition Opening: X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out The Smithsonian’s National Collec-

tion of Fishes represents the largest and most diverse collection of its kind in the world. Although the x-rays featured in the national collection were made for research purposes, the strikingly elegant images demonstrate the natural union of science and art. Sept. 18, 9am-5pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free with admission.

Oregon Festival of Cars Started 25 years ago as the Sunriver Exotic Car Show, this has become a must-do annual event for an increasing number of car enthusiasts. Hundreds of enthusiast cars are expected to participate in this fantastic event. Sept. 17-19, 10am-3pm. Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend. Free.

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states and territories became a battleground over the westward expansion of slavery and the status of free and enslaved Black people. Professor Stacey Smith, will explore the enslavement of Black people in the West and African American resistance to slavery. Sept. 16, 6-7pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: info@highdesertmuseum.org. $7.

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Gratitude Gathering for St. Charles Staff Join community members in showing support and gratitude for everyone who works at St. Charles, Bend. Meet at the entrance to hospital on Neff Rd. Bring positive signs, masks, water and percussion instruments if you like. Come any time during the 3-hour window. Positive, family-friendly event. Sept. 17, 3-6pm.

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Humane Society Thrift Store - Volunteers Needed Do you love animals and

discovering “new” treasures? Then volunteering at the HSCO Thrift Store Donation Door is the perfect place to combine your passions while helping HSCO raise funds to provide animal welfare services for the local community. For information contact: rebecca@hsco.org. Ongoing. Humane Society Thrift Shop, 61220 S. Highway 97, Bend.

Volunteer Opportunity Are you a Jack/Jill of all trades? There’s everything from small engine, fencing, troubleshooting in a barn/rescue facility that require TLC repairs. Please call and leave a message. Mondays-Sundays, 9am-6pm. Mustangs to the Rescue, 21670 McGilvray Road, Bend. Contact: 541330-8943. volunteer@MustangstotheRescue.org.

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Silver Swans: Adult Ballet Class Silver Swans is an open-level class for all adults 35+. Muscles get a thorough warm-up to build strength and flexibility using ballet form and technique. Developed by the Royal Academy of Dance, this program is founded on research into dance practices for older dancers. Tuesdays, 12:151:15pm and Fridays, 8:45-9:45am. Academie de Ballet Classique, 162 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: dance@abcbend.com. $20.

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Please call for upcoming dates / times. Come and meet the herd and learn ways you can help out! Sundays, 10-11am. Through Dec. 26. Equine Outreach Horse Rescue, 60335 Arnold Market Rd, Bend. Contact: 541-729-8803.

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Groundswell: A Virtual Fundraiser for The Peaceful Presence Project Join the

Groundswell of support for more comprehensive, compassionate end-of-life care! Zoom with us Sunday, Sept. 19, enjoy live music, hear from some amazing community leaders, learn more about our programs and service areas-- AND help us raise the funds we need to further our mission. Sept. 19, 4-5:30pm. Contact: 503-360-6452. Free.

LGBTQIA2S+ Climb Night Come boulder

in an all LGBTQ+ affinity space. Open to all experience levels. Third Friday of every month, 6-9pm. Through Dec. 17. The Circuit Bouldering Gym Bend, 63051 NE Corporate Pl, Bend.

Soul in Motion Online Dance Reconnect with your body, rediscover dance, or just have some fun tuning in to you and moving with all that moves you. Facilitated to help you let your body take the lead and give your brain a break. Every other Wednesday, 4:15-5:30pm. Through Sept. 30. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail. com. First class is free. Sunriver Bird Walk Join an expert local birder to discover the rich bird habitats of Sunriver. Walks cover 3 to 4 miles and binoculars are available to borrow. Capacity for walks is limited, so early registration is recommended. Saturdays, 9am-Noon Through Sept. 25. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Rd., Sunriver. Contact: 541-593-4394. programs@snco.org. $10.

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Kids ages 8-12 join us Wednesday afternoons during the school year to learn survival skills, play nature connection games, and learn about plants and animals at parks around Bend! Details and registration at nighthawknaturalistschool.com/homeschool. Sept. 15. Contact: 901-486-4734. $360.

Amelia’s World Puppet Show Join Amelia

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

Central Oregon’s 8th Annual Buddy Walk Join us along with the National Down Syn-

drome Society and communities across the country for our annual celebration of individuals born with Down syndrome. This is a hybrid event: Tag us with video or pics of your walk, or walk in person and complete a scavenger hunt with us! Sept. 18, 10am1pm. Spoken Moto, 310 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: diversabilityinc@gmail.com. Free.

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4-6 Grado: Únete al Equipo de Robótica FIRST Lego League, aprende cómo construir y programar con robots Lego, y... ¡participa en el torneo FIRST Lego League de esta temporada! Becas y transporte disponibles. Tuesdays, 5-7pm. Through Nov. 30. Samara Learning Center, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. $125.

FIRST LEGO League Robotics Team Join

Camp Fire’s 5th-6th grade LEGO Robotics team, learn how to build and code with LEGO Robots and be part of this season’s FIRST Lego League Tournaments! Wednesdays, 4-6pm. Through Dec. 1. Join Camp Fire’s 6th-7th grade LEGO Robotics team, learn how to build and code with LEGO Robots and be part of this season’s FIRST Lego League Tournaments! Thursdays, 5-7pm. Through Dec. 2. Samara Learning Center, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-4682. info@campfireco.org. $125.

Free Day & Open House Come see why Sunri-

ver Nature Center & Observatory remains a Central Oregon destination for discovery and fun! Enjoy free daytime admission for the entire family and activities scheduled throughout the day. Entrance is by timed ticket to help manage capacity. Reserve your tickets online. Sept. 18, 10am-3pm. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, 57245 River Rd., Sunriver. Contact: 541-593-4442. programs@snco.org. Free.

Kids’ Falling for Nature Bring the kids and join the Deschutes Land Trust for a fall nature exploration! Explore the pine forests of the Metolius Preserve and search for woodpeckers and the obvious signs they leave behind. Perfect for kids ages 4-10 with a grown-up in tow. Advanced registration is required. Sept. 18, 1-3pm. Metolius Preserve, near Camp Sherman, Sisters. Contact: event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free. Teen Service Club Join Camp Fire’s teen community service club for 7th-9th graders: Teens Ignited. Teens Ignited is all about working together to make our community a better place. Members explore causes that matters to them and design and execute service projects to champion these causes. Wednesdays, 3-5pm. Through Nov. 10. Tuesdays, 5-7pm. Through Nov. 9. BendTECH, 1001 SW Emkay Dr, Bend. Contact: info@ campfireco.org. Sliding scale pricing $55-$220.

FOOD EVENTS 5 Chinese Seasons -Tea Ceremony The Five Chinese Seasons: Earth, In honor of

the season between summer (fire) and autumn (metal), we will brew the same tea in several different vessels to explore how the material, shape, quality, and age of the teapot affect the flavor of the tea. Sept. 19, 9-9:45am. Somewhere That’s Green, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. $36.

Elixir Wine Group Pop-Up Restaurant

Join us for an elevated dining experience. Featuring Chef Josh Podwils creating French inspired food using the best ingredients sourced from Central Oregon. Book at Elixir Wine Company Reservations. Fridays-Saturdays, 6-9pm. Elixir Wine Group, 11 NW LAVA RD, BEND. $12-$40.

Know Des(s)erts - Bonta Gelato Presentation Discover the process behind

Central Oregon’s favorite gelato. Juli Labhart demonstrates the process of making dairy-free sorbetto & gelato inspired by the desert. Sept. 22, 7-7:30pm. deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/ event/62657. Free.

Sisters Farmers Market We’re happy to

announce that we’ll be able to enjoy live music at the market this year! And our furry friends will be welcome to join! Sundays, 11am-2pm. Through Oct. 3. Fir Street Park, Sisters.

BEER & DRINK Community Pint Night Join us on Tuesdays in September at the downtown Bend pub to enjoy good beer for a great cause. Deschutes Brewery will donate $1 from every pint sold to the Land Trust. Tue, Sept. 14, Tue, Sept. 21 and Tue, Sept. 28. Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend.

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Note: I write this article in jest. I don’t currently have a pet because my landlord won’t allow it… but I surprised myself on a recent river multi-day when I couldn’t help adopting two river dogs and actually was joyful when they were wet and dirty parading around my raft in circles for most of the trip. Animals make us happy. That’s the bottom line.

empur-Pedic, hypoallergenic pet beds—multiples of them, littered throughout every room of your house. Designer Gucci puppy-sized river floaties with silver-plated water dishes and gluten-free, grain-free, organic milk bones. Groomer/doggy salon bills that top that of your own annual personal hygiene budget. If you are struggling with any of the following, you may be infected with the MY DOG IS A HUMAN CHILD SYNDROME, and you may want to seek medical treatment immediately. Currently there is no cure, but there are trial drugs available. Evidence is quickly mounting that this syndrome also exists within the feline community. Other symptoms include:

Sh*t doesn’t stink Do you carefully follow your pet around waiting for them to defecate, then delicately place your canine’s solid-waste products in plastic bags and tie them shut, only to leave them trail side as decorations? Reports are flooding emergency lines that plastic ornamental poop bags are being sighted all over Bend.

Kissing on the mouth Be honest: Do you make out with your dog? Do you allow wet kisses? Do you swap saliva? Is there an exchange of bodily fluids? If so, remember that in addition to the six-figure grooming bill, dogs groom themselves… with their mouths. Itchy anal glands, reproductive parts, open wounds, four paws which come in direct contact with the pavement of public walkways and sometimes flooring in vendor shops. These are all being inspected and cleaned by your pet on a rotating basis, daily. Note: Scientists think this may be a transmission path for the syndrome however studies aren’t yet conclusive.

Temperature control We know to the infected, tricking out your vehicle as a $40,000 fancy dog house with temperature control on a four-wheel-drive frame isn’t weird. Leaving your dog in a running car with heat or AC on full blast as an alternative to them experiencing the loneliness of being left at home may not seem excessive. After all, they have separation anxiety, depression and many other serious mental health issues… and you’re trying all possible solutions before big pharma.

Pet names and shared custody Are you so attached to your pet that you call them dog-ter (dog + daughter)? Do your parents call your pup grand dog-ter (grand + dog +

daughter)? When you and your partner split up, did you arrange for a legal custodial agreement to be drawn up, outlining which days of the week each would care for the child animal and who was responsible for the HSA (Health care Savings Account) management? When you meet a new special someone at the dog park and they and their dog begin to integrate with you and your dog, do you call it a blended family?

Reddit Trolling This is the Hail Mary Pass indicator. If you have said “yes” to all the qualifiers above but this final qualifier doesn’t apply, you may be in the clear. Do you troll on versus off leash dog threads on Reddit and engage in rants stating absolutes about your pets’ behaviors and entitlements, on and off lead? If your Reddit comments have the tone of the following, you might want to quarantine or head to the closest hospital for testing: 88Anchless88: “My dogs are the most wellcared for, loved beings on this planet. We care for them more than most people care for their little crotch goblins… If you don’t like it… call the police.” …and that, friends, is just a quick rundown of some of the more extreme symptoms of this growing, late-stage-capitalism disorder. Fall 2021 | 1

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the number of pets being brought to shelters and ultimately adopted was down significantly from 2019 to 2020, according to the national database Shelter Animals Count. In 2019, 3.5 million pets were taken in at shelters. In 2020, that number was 2.7 million. “People are home, so then in general it feels like the number of strays is down because kids were home,” Ouchida said. “They weren’t having kids’ friends over, so gates weren’t being left open; front doors weren’t being left open.” What the kids in the family are doing definitely has an impact on the number of animals brought to shelters, she said. “The number of strays increases dramatically during [school] break periods—so children have a definite impact on the stray numbers for a year.” Among the reasons for returning pets, lifestyle changes are the most common: Changing houses, moving to a place that doesn’t allow pets and having a baby are some of the top reasons for returns, Ouchida said. To mitigate some of that, HSCO and other shelters have Ma

ou may have heard recent news stories go something like this: The people who adopted all those “pandemic puppies” during the quiet days of work-fromhome are now having a change of heart and bringing them back in droves. Not so much, says the local Humane Society. Pets adopted at shelters both locally and nationally do get returned for various reasons— but at the Humane Society of Central Oregon, the numbers show that returns are actually down from the year before, said Lynne Ouchida, community outreach manager for HSCO. HSCO adopted out 1,984 pets in 2109, with a return rate of 8.4%. In 2020, it adopted out 1,237 pets, with a rate of return of 9.2%. For the months that have passed thus far in 2021, HSCO has adopted out 692 pets, with a return rate of 7.6%. Locally, then, the rate of return is down. Ouchida said the narrative around widespread returns of pandemic pets came from a story shared nationwide from just two shelters, picked up by a single news outlet and then picked up again by other news outlets. “It boiled down to two shelters that were picked up by one news [outlet],” Ouchida said. Overall,

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Staffing shortages are affecting the operating hours and emergency services for vet clinics across Central Oregon—and now, they’re also causing the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s Bend Spay and Neuter Clinic to close its doors. The clinic, which offered low-cost sterilization services for countless pets in the region, had its last day of service Sept. 10. The closure comes after the resignation of the clinic’s medical director. Finding qualified vets is one issue—along with finding the vet techs who support them. “While this is an extremely difficult decision, we have to be realistic of our ability to hire talented veterinary staff in such a competitive market,” said HSCO’s Executive Director, Sabrina Slusser. “We know that there is a shortage of veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians, both locally and nationally, and it will take time to attract and hire the right people for these positions.” To help manage the costs, HSCO will increase the number of Spay Neuter Assistance Program vouchers for those in need. People can get a SNAP voucher by going to the HSCO shelter on 27th Street in Bend and showing proof of receiving government assistance.

prospective adoptive families fill out a questionnaire that gets people thinking about the practical aspects of having a pet, such as thinking about who will feed, walk and care for the pet. And then there’s the concept of matching the right pet with the right people. “I think because we’re so internet-based and looking online for an animal—that’s a great way to see what’s available,” Ouchida said. “But I always tell people that we’re not Amazon. We really want people to take the time to come to the shelter. Spend time with the animal.” And while the story of pandemic puppies now being returned as people go back to the office may not be true everywhere, one thing about pandemic puppies has been more common. “We’re receiving dogs a year-and-a-half and under that are not socialized,” Ouchida said. “So maybe they adopted during the pandemic, but then they didn’t take them out of town, to the Old Mill, or out to events. So a lot of these—what we’re calling the pandemic puppies—they have behaviors where they’re under-socialized.” Pandemic puppies might be more fearful of strangers, scared of new noises and places, or even fearful of walking through doors. “It’s pretty easy to recognize them based on their age and then their behavior. Volunteers and our staff here have really invested a lot of time in training and socializing these dogs. Some of them have taken over a month to get to be in a confident adoptable state,” she said. “When they do leave, we’ve learned a lot about them and we pass on that information,” Ouchida said. “So far, fingers crossed all of the adoptions that we thought, ‘Oh gosh, they had a really rough start,’ they were socialized. Our team did a great job and they’re not coming back.” Fall 2021 | 3

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ogs are man’s best friend, and its oldest friend. At the close of the last ice age dogs were the only animals following us out of the caves (figuratively speaking), and into civilizations. Since those civilizations formed, first in Mesopotamia then spreading across the world, man has added more and more “friends” through the domestication of wild animals. But what happens when these domesticated animals are treated less than friendly in Deschutes County? Well, they go to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s livestock ranch, just south of Knott Landfill. The animals you find at the ranch are there for a number of reasons. January the horse joined the ranch in February 2018 after a neglect case. Jesse, a black goat, was confiscated along with a handful of sheep. Gertrude the pig was lost in La Pine a couple months ago and never reclaimed. “She just wandered onto someone’s property,” said Mariya Leufven, field technician at the

ranch. “So, what we’re going to do is, we’re going to give it maybe a couple more weeks, and then we’ll do a profile on her and see if we can find her a good home.” Other animals come to the farm at the request of their owners, like when a rooster is hatched rather than a chick or when someone can’t take care of their duck. “We had one that was not unwanted, but he was harassing everyone else in the flock. So, we agreed to take him. And then there was this other case where the gentleman just had one duck and he didn’t know what to do and they need to be in a flock,” Leufven said. Most animals do come from neglect cases, and that remains the ranch’s primary function. “We had a big case, we had about 83 horses that were seized in a neglect case. Within three days, we went from having 11 horses here to over 90,” Leufven said. “Obviously a lot of resources were used for the care and the feed and of course the time for employees to be here. So, we do prefer to

keep as much space and paddocks available when we do have those cases come in.” Animals are put up for adoption once they have been brought to good health if they’ve been neglected, or after a waiting period if the animal was lost. Some animals have a more difficult time getting adopted due to their desirability or special needs. Jesse the goat has been on the farm since January 2019 but hasn’t been picked up yet. “Jesse, unfortunately because he’s an intact male goat, it’s hard to find a home for a buck. Not everyone wants a buck; they want wethers which are like the castrated version of a buck,” Leufven said. Similarly, January the horse has special dietary needs, preventing her from eating green grass and necessitating a dirt paddock during a lot of the spring and summer. “January, unfortunately, just has some quirks to work through, so for the time being she’s just relaxing here,” Leufven said. “It’s kind of hard to find a home where she cannot be on pasture whatsoever. Otherwise, she will get more sick and so a dry lot is the best option for her.” The adoption process for these animals is totally free, but applicants must prove they have the ability and resources to take care of the animals. “When an animal is ready for adoption, we will put up a profile. We’ll do a Facebook post. And then we also have a page on our website that lists the photos and description of the animal,” Leufven said. “A person who’s interested in adopting can download a PDF application, fill it out and submit it to us.” The person must pass a criminal background check, a property check, references, vet checks and more before they can take the animal home. “We look case by case or applicant by applicant to see if it works for that specific animal,” Leufven said.

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hether it’s a riff off of an old-fashioned name or a themed flock named after high-end fashion brands, people tend to get funky and creative when naming their flocks of hens. In honor of the latest Central Oregon Pets issue, members of the Central Oregon Chicken Keeping group (via Facebook) share their zany tales of why they named their ladies what they did.

“We raised layers and meat chickens to sell for friends and family. #GreenFarmerHomestead,” said Kirsten Green Farmer.

“This is Tiny. She’s 11 years old! She was the smallest of 4, but the biggest personality,” said Hxther Lee.

“The reds are Betty White and Bea Arthur, because my husband thought it was funny to name them after the Golden Girls,” said chicken keeper Crystal Bennight. “The black and whites are Oreo and Checkers. The browns are Lechuga ‘(‘cause she loves lettuce, as again, husband thought it was funny), and Flora because she’s so pretty, and I really like the idea of a chicken being named Flora.”

“These are my “stalkers,” hanging out behind me while I BBQ,” shared Jessie Leigh Clark-Schermer. “Hawkeye is the Ameraucana and Sylvia is the Silver-laced Wyandotte. (And Aspen is the Catahoula dog hiding under the chair because the chickens scare her).”

“My girl is petting Dot. Dot was the tiniest little chick and it just suited her so well. The others are, Lacy, Blue, and Stevie Chicks,” said chicken mom Emily Mattison.

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No name provided, but the photo from Jon Dude (tied for our Best Bartender category in the Best of Central Oregon) comes with the caption, “Wife with the girls I can’t chop.”

“Me and Chili Peppa! Named after a favorite menu item...Would never put her on the menu though!” said Amanda Vidinha, whose family owns Aina, voted Best Food Cart in our 2021 Best of Central Oregon poll.

“My Buff Orpingtons don’t wanna be handled, but they are Schmullus, Derek Hoffstetler and Steve,” said Janis Jrabbit Abel. “Names are from Star Trek, The Good Place, and the mind of a teenager.”

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magine life where the ability or resources to care for your pet present a real challenge, in terms of access, financial difficulties or access to care. Would you give up your furry best friend or would you seek to find ways to remain together? Now, mix those challenges with being homeless. “CAMP is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals with pets in our community experiencing financial or housing hardships,” said Johannah Johnson-Weinberg, founder and president of Companion Animal Medical Project, or CAMP for short. “We are a group of animal welfare advocates, with professional expertise within the fields of veterinary medicine, social assistance and health care, animal welfare and organizational leadership.” Several years ago, Johnson-Weinberg wanted to bring some type of philanthropic work into her life. “I had an idea that I wanted to provide veterinary assistance to individuals who were struggling financially or were having to surrender their pet because of a medical

concern.” She saw this issue arise in her work with the Humane Society and Bend Spay and Neuter Project, so advocating for pet retention became a focus. The idea didn’t originally target the unhoused population, but after holding its first clinic as a pop-up at the Bend Methodist Church in February 2020 and seeing over 40 pets and 30 people, they saw the need to help this community. “I thought, wow, we actually need to do this,” added Johnson-Weinberg. In August, the group applied for its 501(c)3 status and became an official nonprofit in December. Together with Dr. Patti Mayfield, DMV, co-founder and medical director, the two set out to advocate for helping anyone, regardless of their social or economic status, to help maintain their human-animal bond, especially in light of challenging circumstances. “If we can take a little bit of the burden off of someone in terms of vet care, then maybe they can help themselves,” added Johnson-Weinberg. “I help out wherever I can, at the monthly clinics where we go out to the different camps and administer

vaccinations or hand out food or spreading the word to different businesses about CAMP’s mission,” said Gwen Gist, one of the newest CAMP board members. In college, Gist wanted to study veterinary medicine but changed her focus to human medicine instead; today she is the director of labs for St. Charles. What got her involved with CAMP was a visit with her son to one encampment in the area. “It really affected me and I knew this was where I wanted to put my effort, into something that would feed my soul,” said Gist Studies have documented the importance of pet ownership amongst those without formal shelter. A study of homeless youth in Los Angeles published in Child Psychiatry and Human Development documented roughly 25% of the participants cared for pets and that the animals “kept them company and made them feel loved.” Even in the difficulty of finding housing or shelter assistance because of their pets, these individuals valued the human-animal bond above all else. Operating 100% as a volunteer organization, CAMP depends upon donations to provide medical and food resources to its furry (and sometimes feathered!) clients. CAMP received one grant from Deschutes County to help with spay and neuter costs, but local businesses such as Mud Bay, Bend Pet Express, Ruffwear and others have stepped up. Spider City Brewing created a special beer, Pilsner Enigma, for CAMP and will be hosting a Pint Night, Sept. 16, where 100% of the sale of this beer goes to CAMP. The issue of houseless individuals and their pets is much greater than just what is seen on the surface. “They all have a story,” added Gist. After one clinic, an unhoused woman came up to Gist and said, “Thank you for treating us like humans.”

CAMP Pint Night at Spider City Brewing Thu., Sept. 16. 3-8pm 1177 Southeast Ninth St., Bend campclinics.org

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Growler Discount Night! Enjoy $2 off growler fills every Wednesday at Bevel! Wednesdays. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd. Suite B, Bend. Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day May the luck of

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Locals' Night Now that the summer tourism season is winding to a close, The Yard @ Bunk+Brew is rewarding all of the true locals with half off pints in the Beer Garden! Old Ironwood Taps will offer discounted local craft beers and other drink specials. Wednesdays, 6-9pm. Through Oct. 13. Bunk+Brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend.

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Locals’ Night We offer $3 Pints of our core line up beers and $4 pours of our barrel aged beers all day. Mondays. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

the night away. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm. Through Sept. 29. The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend. Contact: hi@benddodgeball.com. $5.

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Oktoberfest Whether you’re German or not, you’ll have a wundervoll time at our party, with live music and beer - so much delicious beer. Prost! Sept. 19, 1-9pm. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., Bend. Oktoberfest Celebration Join us in kicking off Oktoberfest 2021! Our taps will be flowing with German beers. The food trucks will be serving Bavarian pretzels and sausages. There will be live music, commemorative steins and lots of festive decor! Sept. 18, Noon-10pm. Crosscut Warming Hut No 5, 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend. So Long Summer - BBQ @ The Grove! Join us on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 3-8pm

as we say So Long Summer & throw a BBQ to bid it farewell! RBC (Rancher Butcher Chef) is providing the food & Waypoint with the drinks. Sept. 18, 3-8pm. The Grove, 921 NW Mt. Washington Drive, Bend. Free.

ATHLETIC EVENTS Bend Area Running Fraternity The group will

run, maintaining social distance, along the Deschutes River and then receive discounted drinks from the cidery after the run! Mondays, 5pm. AVID Cider Co. Taproom, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend. Contact: bendarearunningfraternity@gmail.com. Free.

CORK Mom Squad This group is open to

moms of all running levels! The focus of the group will be to connect with other moms, share advice/ information on running while pregnant or with a family and to have fun! Meet back at the LOGE by 9:50am for coffee and chatting! Third Sunday of every month, 9-10am. LOGE Bend, 19221 SW Century Dr, Bend. Contact: centraloregonrunningklub@gmail.com. Free.

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Drop-In Dodgeball! Drop-in Dodgeball at the

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

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OUTDOOR EVENTS HEALTH & WELLNESS Bend Photo Tours - Painted Hills Photo Workshop with Christian Murillo

One of the “Seven Wonders of Oregon," the Painted Hills get their name from the delicately colored stratifications in the soil and the yellows, golds, blacks and reds and are a photographer’s dream! Join expert photographer Christian Murillo as he takes you on a full day photo experience! Sept. 18, 11am-10pm. Box Factory, 550 SW industrial way, Bend. Contact: toni@bendphototours.com. $350.

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Grit Clinics: Beginner/Intermediate Skills We’ll begin by dialing in our bike set up

and body position, then work on skills throughout the afternoon. Saturdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Dr., Bend. Contact:info@gritclinics.com. $75.

Grit Clinics: Cornering & Switchbacks OR Jumping* Cornering/Switchbacks (odd

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Grit Clinics: Happy Hour Trail Ride ‘N Skills Join Grit Clinics at a new trail each week

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Capoeira: A Perfect Adventure Become your own hero. The Brazilian art form of Capoeira presents opportunities to develop personal insights, strength, balance, flexibility, musicality, voice, rhythm, and language by tapping the energy of this rich cultural expression and global community. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 7:10pm. High Desert Martial Arts, 2535 NE Studio Rd., Bend. Contact: ucabend@gmail.com. $30 intro month. Coaching Group Build your dream life while connecting to a supportive, motivating community. Clarify your goals - internal or external, immediate or long-term, self or other focused. Mondays, 6-7:30pm. Contact: meadowlarkcoaching@yahoo.com. $15-25. Dance with the Elements -- Move and Play Outside Come be inspired by the music,

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Come join us in the beautiful gardens for meditation and healing! Mondays, 6:30-7:30pm. Blissful Heart Wellness Center, 45 NW Greeley Ave, Bend. Contact: cathleen@blissful-heart.com. Donation based.

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online or give us a call to reserve your spot! Tuesdays-Thursdays, 5-6pm. Loft Wellness & Day Spa, 339 SW Century Drive Ste 203, Bend. Contact: info@ loftbend.com. $20.

Kirtan, Dance, and Sacred Song Join us Thursdays at Tula Movement Arts and Yoga for an evening of Kirtan Dance and Sacred Song with the Bendavan Bhakti Band, around the back outside on the grass. Thursdays, 6-8pm. Tula Movement Arts, 2797 NW Clearwater Drive, Suite 100, Bend. Suggested donation $10-$20. Overeaters Anonymous (OA) Meeting

Zoom meeting Password: 301247 For more information: centraloregonoa.org. For assistance, call Terri at 541-390-1097. Sundays, 3-4pm.

Sound Yoga & Gong Bath Meditation This experiential yoga class explores vibration through movement, music and meditation. Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm. Through Oct. 26. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend. Contact: Kevin@soundshala.com. $15-$20. Tai Chi class The focus of my teaching is

on the individual, not on the group. I teach the original form as it was taught in the monastery: unchanged—Taoist Tai Chi Chuan 108 movements. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9:45-10:45am. Central Oregon Tai Chi, 1601 NW Newport Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-797-9620. ARAWAK327@GMAIL.COM. $70.

Tai Chi for Health™ created by Dr. Paul Lam This two-day per week class is appropriate

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Vinyasa Flow Taught by our very own plant wizard, Caitlin, this Vinyasa flow class will last about an hour in our plant shop event space. Caitlin was trained at Tula movement arts and is very excited to teach within the plant shop! She will lead classes for an hour every Thursday morning. Sep., 23, 6-7pm. Somewhere That’s Green, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. $20.

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Peaceful Presence Project aims to help people plan for death and change our approach to grief By Nicole Vulcan

the project’s mission. End-of-life doulas guide people through discussions and planning for end-of-life care, along with providing bedside support to people who are dying. “Many people are familiar with birth and postpartum doulas, who serve families during and after the birth of a child;” the group’s website describes. “End-ofLife or Death Doulas serve families on the other end of the life cycle.” Central Oregon alone has hundreds of home health and hospice nurses, Collins pointed out, but only a few dozen death doulas. “We oftentimes are forced to go through the grieving process in a really solitary and hidden way,” Johnson said. “I was just in conversation with a person the other day who had a really close family member die, and he said, ‘I’m going out to dinner with friends tonight, but I assured them that I wouldn’t say anything about my loss—that I wouldn’t ask them to be part of that conversation with me, and they all said in response, “good, thanks for prefacing our time together like that.”’ With our society being “addicted” to these ways of “getting better,” it’s tough to share that grief openly, she said. “I always say, these ways of grieving and being in our bereaved states, are meant to be shared,” Johnson reflected. Another facet of their work is a workbook titled, “End Notes,” that helps walk people through the steps to consider when planning for a death. Peaceful Presence also received funding from the Central Oregon Health Quality Alliance

The end-of-life doula team at the Peaceful Presence Project. From left are Marian Boileau, Elizabeth Johnson, Kari Sims Anthon, Erin Collins and Beth Patterson.

to assist the area’s unhoused population in their end-of-life planning—a program that is still in the beginning stages, Johnson and Collins said. Educational events take the form of workshops and gatherings for community members, families and clinicians. A four-part “Live Well” series helps participants explore what matters most to them in life and death. In October, around Sawhain—the Gaelic festival that marks the end of harvest, and a change from the light to the dark part of the year—the group hosts events that last year included a tea ceremony and altar openings. This week, the Peaceful Presence Project is also hosting an online auction and fundraiser to help raise funds to further its mission. The event, happening Sept. 19 from 4 to 5:30pm, includes live music, speeches from community leaders, an auction and raffle prizes. The auction portion opens Thursday and closes Sunday for those unable to attend during

the scheduled time. As with most people coordinating events, the co-founders look forward to a time when they can host in-person events once again. With the advent of the pandemic and the region’s growth, the Peaceful Presence Project’s founders see the need only growing for their services. “We’ve seen this with COVID; with the amount of loss we’ve endured in the past year and a half, that grief and loss and death is not going anywhere, and in some ways it’s going to be something that we’re going to have to hold with even more frequency,” Johnson shared. “And so, as a culture, just learning how to show up with one another and for one another in those spaces.” Virtual Fundraiser for the Peaceful Presence Project Sun., Sept. 19. 4-5:30pm Link to registration at thepeacefulpresenceproject.org

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n the past year and a half, you wouldn’t be alone in wishing there was a guidebook for dealing with the loss and grief that can come with living through a global pandemic. Turns out, two locals were working on this well before the pandemic. Co-founded by an oncology and hospice-care nurse who spent years attending to the sick and dying, the Bend-based Peaceful Presence Project has a mission to help people die with dignity. Among the nonprofit’s endeavors over the last year has been a workshop, tailored to the experience that so many people are having throughout this pandemic, of “Loss and Grief in Times of Disaster.” Erin Collins, the registered nurse and one of two co-founders, saw from her work the need for “support in living well while facing the reality of mortality.” She founded the project in 2019, along with Elizabeth Johnson, whose own experience losing her son just after birth revealed for her how society does—and doesn’t—manage the grieving process. In short, the two aim to increase the community’s “literacy” around the concept of death and dying. “We have such death denial in our community that the more people who become comfortable—and it doesn’t mean that they have to become a death doula, but they engage in some sort of self-exploration around death and dying so that we do increase and improve our death literacy—the better off we’re all going to be,” Collins told the Source. Training and sending death doulas into the community is one facet of

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Pasta Clemenza gives you a destination for all those tomatoes going off right now

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n “The Godfather,” by Mario Puzo, is a scene where Pete Clemenza shows Michael Corleone how to make spaghetti and meatballs. Clemenza was the smoothest character in the story, after the Godfather himself, of course, and quite possibly a better cook. That scene, especially in the movie which is much more detailed, definitely improved my pasta. Clemenza was a jovial reaper, poetry in motion as he mixed business with pleasure, as a wedding dancer, a chef and as an orchestrator of hits. Like on Pauli, for example, the driver who set up the boss. On the way home from a cannoli run, they pulled over so Clemenza could take a leak, and he never got back in the car, which was now covered in Pauli’s blood, thanks to Rocco in the back seat. They walked home and brought the cannoli, presumably ricotta-stuffed, to a room full of angry men, and proceeded to cook them dinner. The Don was in the hospital with gunshot wounds, thanks to Paulie, and the men were preparing for war. Clemenza pulled Michael Corleone aside to give his future boss some bits of unsolicited, if solid advice on love and cooking. After telling youngest Corleone to sing to his girlfriend, he says, “Come over here kid learn something. You never know you might have to cook for 20 guys some day. You see, you start off with a little bit of oil. And you fry some garlic. Then you throw in some tomatoes, tomato paste, you fry it you make sure it doesn’t stick. You get it to a boil you shove in all your sausage and your meatballs. Add a little bit of wine. And a little bitta sugar. And that’s my trick.” At that moment in the story, Sonny burst in. “How’s Pauli?” Clemenza kept stirring his sauce. “Oh Pauli? Won’t see him no more.” A few decades later, a certain Dadfather had problems of his own. No gunshot wounds to speak of, thankfully, but his two sons weren’t behaving in a manner befitting the children of a sensitive chef. They purported zero interest in dinner, from his kitchen, at least. Other kitchens had take-out, take-and-bake pizza, macaroni and cheese and Chef Boy Ardee, to name a few improvements to the Dadfather’s fare, where no dessert is served until salad is swallowed, and the cooked food is often too chunky. The Dadfather had to dig deep up the sleeve of his white, sleeveless undershirt, similar to the shirt he imagined

Pasta Clemenza made with cannoli-like pasta.

Clemenza wore, where he found Clemenza’s trick. Using the fresh tomatoes of summertime, he took care to ensure the spaghetti was thick with meatballs and the sauce was not chunky. It was a pasta they couldn’t refuse. Pasta Clemenza When you haven’t gone to the mattresses and you have the time, you don’t need paste and canned tomatoes, especially when they’re in season. Either way, this dish really hits the pasta spot, especially in the middle of winter with some sauce you froze this coming week. Serve it with a lusty red and eat it until you feel as round as Clemenza’s belly. Serves the whole Family (say, six) 5 pounds fresh tomatoes. I used Oxheart Paste Tomatoes from my garden. 2 heads of garlic, whole cloves ½ cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 large onion, minced finely 1 cup red wine Herbs: oregano, thyme, and sage, about ¼ cup of fresh, chopped, or two tablespoons worth of dried Four Italian sausages (or 20 meatballs) One pound of dry pasta (they used boxes in the Godfather. I use bags

of fancy pasta, dried in cold air and imported from Italy) Six quarts water plus 1 tablespoon of salt (or stock) 2 more cloves of garlic ½ cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese Optional: Fresh basil leaves as a garnish Optional: hot red pepper flakes Trim and core the tomatoes and slice them in half, tip to core. Lay them on baking sheets, with garlic interspersed, drizzled with a few tablespoons of oil and a teaspoon of salt. Preheat the oven to broil. Place the sheets in the oven. Rotate the trays every five or so minutes so they all cook evenly until the skins, facing upward, begin to wrinkle and start to blacken– about 20 minutes. Remove the trays of tomatoes. When they are cool enough to work with, pull off the skins. Fry the onions in ½ cup of olive oil in a heavy bottom pan. When they are translucent, add the tomatoes and the water in the baking pans. Add the herbs. Simmer for about an hour, stirring often to make sure it doesn’t burn (if it burns, don’t scrape the burnt crap into the sauce— change the pot). Season to taste with salt and perhaps more herbs. When it tastes good, turn it off and let it cool to room temperature. There is

an argument to be made for cooking it all day and then letting it sit overnight. I’m in favor of less cooking, especially with fresh ingredients. Cook until it tastes good and call it good. It will keep cooking as it cools. And then you should definitely let it sit overnight in the fridge. The next day, blend it until smooth, and then filter out the seeds with cheesecloth or a thin mesh strainer. You now have a velvety smooth, not chunky sauce, much more than you will need to accompany a pound of pasta. The sauce freezes well in quart freezer bags, stacked flat on their sides. Heat the salted pasta water (or stock) and cook the pasta al dente. Don’t worry, it will cook more in the sauce. While the pasta cooks, cut each sausage into five pieces and fry them in enough oil to coat the pan. Brown them as much as you like. They will cook more in the sauce later on. Toss the noodles in olive oil and crushed garlic and add them to the pan with the meatballs. Sauté for five minutes. Add two cups of sauce per pound of pasta (or whatever seems right with the amount of noodles you made). Simmer the noodles and meatballs gently in the sauce until the noodles are to your liking. Garnish with grated cheese, fresh basil, red pepper flakes if you like, and serve.

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Beware the creepy kitchen in James Wan’s “Malignant.”

Conjuring” and the ridiculousness of “Aquaman” to make a movie that wears its bloody Italian Giallo influences on its sleeves with pride. I’m not sure “Malignant” is actually a good movie. But what I am sure of is that it’s a giant swing for the fences that looks at “elevated” horror movies like “Hereditary” and “Lighthouse” and says, “What if instead of lots of quiet, painterly moments, we make something so big, loud and gross that people will have to remember this movie forever?” “Malignant” is a deeply stupid and deranged pot-boiler of a horror flick

that plays as a homage to those ‘80s Italian grindhouse movies you’d find deep in the dustiest section of your neighborhood video store. Wan has become such a virtuoso with camera movement that the film feels like a haunted house ride in which you’re pulled from room to room on a safe but rickety car on rails. If well-made schlock makes you happy then I can’t imagine a movie this year that will top the insanely tasteless pleasures of “Malignant.” So yeah, I shouldn’t recommend this movie to you because I guarantee only two out of 10 of you will like it for its

gruesome stupid heart. There’s no realism here whatsoever—just pure cinematic grotesqueries with a wink in its eye and a bloody knife in its hands. I’m not sure I can say “Malignant” is a good movie, but I can, unequivocally, say I love it and can’t wait to make absolutely everyone I know suffer through it with me. Malignant

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shouldn’t recommend this movie to you, but I have to do it. It’s too insane not to be a part of your life. Co-writer/ director James Wan has made a movie so completely bonkers that I’m not sure there’s ever been anything like it before and there certainly won’t be anyone trying to rip it off. Make no mistake, “Malignant” is not a movie that you’re going to have mixed feelings over. You’re either on this film’s wavelength and along for the ride, or you’re gonna think this is one of the dumbest and most ridiculous horror movies ever made. I’m not going to go into the plot too much because watching this blind made for one of the most enjoyable experiences I’ve had watching a movie all year. Letting the insane majesty of Wan’s vision wash over me reminded me of the good old days where you could actually watch a movie without six months of trailers spoiling almost all of the surprises first. And, oh my, does this movie have some surprises up its sleeve. Annabelle Wallis plays Madison Lake, a woman who starts psychically seeing people get murdered by a shadowy figure in a leather jacket and black gloves. Even if you guess why things are happening to her ahead of the big “twist,” when everything actually started to come together, I found myself full belly laughing from the sheer audacity of what Wan and team have attempted here. Wan takes all of the lessons he’s learned from his low-budget days making the original “Saw” and combines them with the camera trickery of “The

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Author Jason Chinchen, of a locals' fan-favorite climbing book, climbs at Widgi Boulders.

re you new to town and looking for some vertical rock wall-ups? Jugs, crimps, lay backs, and sit starts, oh my! Central Oregon is chalkfull of indoor and outdoor bouldering, sport and traditional climbing. World class basalt (splitter cracks and shredder lava rock), welded ash tuff and some of the best manufactured indoor walls that can be bought, al la Metolius and Entre Prises, are all in our region. If you’ve got ungodly, veiny, bulgy Popeye forearms with a diameter larger than your biceps, this list of local climbing bounty is for you.

Bend Rock Gym Named climbing gym of the year by USA Climbing and the longest standing indoor climbing gym in Central Oregon, Bend Rock Gym offers three separate facilities, side by side in a cul de sac off Reed Market—with bouldering, top rope, sport and crack climbing on offer. Jim Stone, owner and Joey Jennsen, head route setter, set on-point and high standards for their youth programs and all climbing routes and facilities.

The Circuit Gym In 2005, The Circuit Bouldering Gym opened its first bouldering gym in Southeast Portland. Now it boasts four locations including Central Oregon, in northeast Bend, just off Empire. The Circuit has the most cutting-edge routes, has boulders climbers can top out on and a great set of taps where you can enjoy a post work-out ice cold adult beverage. Maybe the coolest offering from The Circuit is the 50% off nights themed for ladies and Latinx folks, periodically offered Wednesdays. Smith Rock State Park Ready to bust a balancy, slightly positive vertical move on chicken-heads and cheese-grater shred-ready volcanic ash? It must not be as bad as it sounds because on any given day, hundreds of climbers are out at Smith Rock State Park hauling themselves up Hueco Tanks and The Dihedrals. On the other hand, you could visit North Point, just across the river, where fresh basalt offwidth and smaller fractures are ready to be traversed. As the birthplace of sport climbing in the ‘70s with legends like Alan Watts bolting routes, this is a

can’t-miss, high desert climbers’ paradise. In fact, for a stellar history lesson and dialed in detail on all the climbs, be sure to see Watts’ guide book produced with Falcon, “Rock Climbing Smith Rock State Park: A Comprehensive Guide to More Than 1,800 Routes.” She Moves Mountains Are you a woman looking for some instruction and guidance in climbing? She Moves Mountains is an amazing company passionate about helping women lead climb classics at Smith Rock, like Bunny’s Face for their first time, or smash a new challenge at Rope-de-Dope. As Founder Lizzy VanPatten says on her website, “Women are significantly underrepresented in the guiding industry. We want to change that. By teaching women-specific rock climbing and backpacking clinics and creating mentorship opportunities, we hope to increase the number of confident female rock climbers and guides.” Bend Bouldering Book In 2017 Jason Chinchen, local OG climber, released a first-of-its-kind

guidebook for Central Oregon, titled “Central Oregon Bouldering: Ropeless Rock Wrangling In and Around Bend, Oregon.” Although it’s currently listed on Amazon as unavailable, Chinchen says he’s almost finished with the second edition which will be out this spring. “I wrote the book to fill a hole in the climbing community that wasn’t represented in Central Oregon. And to unite and give a voice to that user group. It was important for me to produce a well-made, organized, and useful guidebook. The second edition will cover all of the same areas plus some new zones like Smith Rock Boulders. It will also include many updates and new and harder climbs that were not in the first version, more pages and new images—320 full-color pages.” Chinchen encourages climbers to purchase the book at a locally owned shop such as Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, an Oregon local climbing gym or from the book’s premier sponsors, Redpoint Climbers Supply in Terrebonne, adjacent to Smith Rock, or Mountain Supply in Bend.

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From whiskey fests to Oktoberfest, here’s what’s on for local happenings By Nicole Vulcan Crosscut Warming Hut

Oktoberfest at Crosscut Warming Hut No. 5 is just one of the several upcoming drink events.

id to late September is always a gold rush when it comes to beer. Normally the domain of many an Oktoberfest-inspired event, this year, as last year, remains an outlier in which some events are going on as scheduled; others are falling by the Delta-variant wayside. For those looking to enjoy the craftbeer bliss that Central Oregon continues to be known for, here are some events to have on your radar in the coming weeks. Like beer? Like games? Then Puzzled Pint is probably for you. Happening on the second Tuesday of every month, Puzzled Pint offers up “puzzles for you to solve while you enjoy drinks and food.” This month’s Puzzled Pint was held at Bunk+Brew on Tuesday, Sept. 14—but look out for more of these events coming soon. Founded by a Portland-based group of puzzle lovers, it’s just taking off in Bend. Deschutes Brewery gives back every Tuesday with its Community Pint Nights. This month’s beneficiary is the Deschutes Land Trust, which will gain $1 for every pint sold. Stop into the Downtown Bend Public House to take part. In addition to Oktoberfest celebrations at McMenamins Old St. Francis School on Sunday, Crosscut Warming Hut near the Box Factory in Bend is hosting its own Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 18. Try the German beers and

stick around for the Bavarian pretzels and sausages from noon to 10pm. While not only beer-focused, the So Long Summer party this week at The Grove is yet another fun event to put on your radar. Rancher Butcher Chef will be providing barbecue, while Waypoint, the new bar from Bend Brewing Company, will be serving drinks. Local band Toast & Jam will play from 3:30 to 5, with The Travis Ehrenstrom Band playing from 5:30 to 7:30pm. After a summer of smoke and wildfires and the ongoing pandemic, it’s safe to say that plenty of people will be ready to say goodbye to summer 2021. On Thursday, Sept. 23, the Assistance League of Bend is hosting a fundraiser called Raise a Glass for the Kids. The event, taking place at the Tetherow Event Pavilion, will feature special guest (and Bend local) Drew Bledsoe. Cocktails, cuisine and an auction are all part of the fun. And finally, Sept. 24 and 25 brings the Oregon Whiskey Festival at Oregon Spirit Distillers in Bend’s Makers’ District. More on this one is coming in next week’s edition, but for now, mark your calendars for an event that highlights the art and craft of distilling. All of these events can be found in the Source Weekly’s events calendar, in print and online. Browse the calendar (and download our mobile shortcut for your smartphone) by visiting us at bendsource.com.

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ACROSS 1 Regarding 5 Ranch laborer 9 One with a sheepskin 13 Gastropub selection 15 Surrounded by 16 Social faux pas 17 “Sesame Street” actress Manzano 18 Not as uptight feller? 20 Comedian Hassan 21 Pontoon, e.g. 23 Mintaka’s constellation 24 Teeny tiny orgasms? 28 “Checks ___” 29 Unfriendly 30 Sports league restarting in 2023 33 Bad beyond all infinite levels of badness 36 Phrase said with an eye roll 38 Busted person’s promise 39 Communist takeover? 43 Inits. on a rubber tire 44 Some first responders 45 Best of the best 46 21-Across’s pronoun 47 Poem designed to be sung 48 Grand ___ wine 49 Hot stuff on the table? 56 Illustrator maker 58 Lake snakes 59 Sneakily funny 60 Turns someone over to the playfully seductive side? 63 NBA legend who hosts “The Big Podcast” 65 “Dancing With the Stars” dancer Sosa 66 Disapproving “guy” 67 ___ in judgment 68 Slack thread? 69 Arendelle queen 70 Wineglass part

DOWN 1 Tea selection 2 Vodka selection, in brief 3 Mixer selection 4 Yes, to Omar Sy 5 Haram’s opposite 6 Valuable instrument 7 Cancel 8 Operation Torch gen. 9 Conductor Rieu 10 Rémy Martin cognac named after a 17th century French king 11 Ctrl-Z action 12 Faucet brand 14 Cold Lebanese salad 19 Nightclub name 22 Canadian Thanksgiving mo. 25 Floury mixture used as thickener 26 Appearances 27 When Hamlet says “Alas, poor Yorick” 31 Here’s the kicker 32 “Clair de ___” 33 Marshall gear 34 Clean things up 35 Southern side dish 36 How confident solvers solve on paper 37 Trash collector 40 Grocery store chain 41 Spray 42 Rough neighborhood 47 Apartment near the doorman, say 48 Jessup’s rank in “A Few Good Men,” briefly 50 Construction site girder 51 Taxonomic division between family and species 52 Pop singer Bebe 53 Won all the games in a series 54 Drop a line? 55 Plant tissue 56 Iowa city 57 Stupefaction 61 Brit. award 62 Not on-screen, initially 64 Lil ___ X

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “There’s nothing wrong with reading a book you love over and over,” writes Virgo author Gail Carson Levine. Adding to that encouragement, I offer you the following authorizations: There’s nothing wrong with seeking a pleasure you love over and over; or doing a necessary task you love over and over; or performing an energizing ritual you love over and over; or expressing key truths you love over and over. And these permissions will be especially crucial for you to exult in during the coming weeks, dear Virgo: because it’s a time when mindful repetition will be one of your strengths and a key to stimulating the deepening experiences you need.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “If I’m a bitch and a fake. Is there nobody who will love a bitch and a fake?” Libra author Graham Greene wrote that in his novel The End of the Affair. Here’s my extrapolation: I believe that every one of us, including me, is a bitch and a fake now and then. We all go through periods when we are not at our best, when we fail to live up to our own high standards. Is it possible that you have recently fl irted with such a phase? If so, the cosmos has authorized me to absolve you. You are free you to reclaim your full exquisite beauty. And if you haven’t been a bitch and a fake, congratulations. It means you have weathered a gnarly storm.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Poet Yves Olade writes, “I’ve started thinking of people as wounds that don’t heal.” To me, that idea is idiotically cynical. Moreover, I think it’s wrong for most of us. The truth is, humans have a natural instinct for healing. They are predisposed to attract experiences that might aid their recovery from difficulties—that might teach them the healing lessons they need. I believe this will be especially true for you in the coming weeks. (PS: Dr. Andrew Weil writes, “Any level of biological organization that we examine, from DNA up to the most complex body systems, shows the capacity for self-diagnosis, for removal of damaged structure, and for regeneration of new structure.”)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Research suggests that most people think everyone else has more fun than they do. But I’m guessing that only a small percentage of Sagittarians feel that way. You tend to be extra alert for fun, and you have intuitive skill at tracking down fun. In addition, you often take the initiative to precipitate fun. You understand you have a responsibility to generate fun, and you have a talent for generating it. All these capacities will serve you well in the coming weeks. I recommend you raise your mastery of the art and science of having fun to a new level. Be the Champion of Fun and Games for your entire circle.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I’m not engaging in empty fl attery when I say that you are unlike anyone else who has ever lived in the history of the world. Your absolute uniqueness is a fundamental fact. Maybe you don’t reflect on this truth very often. Perhaps you feel that it’s not helpful to think about or that it’s irrelevant to your daily decision-making. But I propose that in the next three weeks, you give it a central place in your understanding of your destiny. Allow it to influence everything you do. Make it a major factor in your decision-making. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Welcome back from the underworld, Aquarius. I hope your time wandering through the maze-like twilight brought you as many fascinating mysteries as confusing questions. I trust you took advantage of the smoky riddles and arresting dilemmas to fortify your soul’s wisdom. I suspect that although your travels may have at times seemed hard to fathom, they have provided you with a superb education that will serve you well in the immediate future. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In Oscar Wilde’s novel The Picture of Dorian Gray, the lead char-

acter says to a friend, “You filled me with a wild desire to know everything about life.” Is there a person who might inspire you like that, Pisces? Maybe a person from your past with whom you’ve fallen out of touch? Or is there a person hovering on the outskirts of your life who could stimulate you to have such feelings? Now is a favorable time to seek these influences. I advise you to be bold in your quest to associate with allies who will stimulate your lust for life and teach you crucial lessons. (PS: For extra credit, make abundant use of another theme from Wilde’s book: “The search for beauty is the real secret of life.”)

ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Books are mirrors: You only see in them what you already have inside you,” wrote author Carlos Zafòn Ruiz. Let’s take that a step further: “Other people are mirrors: You only see in them what you already have inside you.” And even further. “The whole world is a mirror: You only see in it what you already have inside you.” Have fun playing with these meditations, Aries. The coming weeks will be a fertile time to explore how thoroughly your experiences refl ect the activity transpiring in your own brain. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Some spiritual teachers say things like “I am not my body” or “This body is not me.” I don’t understand that. It’s an insult and disparagement. It’s dismissive of our bodies’ sublime beauty and our bodies’ inspired role in educating our souls. I agree that we are not ONLY our bodies. I agree that a part of us is eternal, not confined to flesh and blood. But hell yes, I am my body. You are your body. It’s a glorious aspect of who we are. It’s a miraculous creation that has taken millions of years to evolve into the masterpiece it is. So yes, you are your body, and yes, this body is you. I hope you love your body. Are in awe of it. Are pleased to be inside it. If anything is lacking in this department, now is an excellent time to make corrections.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “I know someone who kisses the way a fl ower opens,” wrote poet Mary Oliver. I’d love for you Geminis to have that experience. The astrological omens suggest it’s more likely than usual to occur sometime soon. Other experiences with a better-than-average chance of unfolding in the coming days: allies who speak of intimate subjects in ways that resemble a fl ower opening; partners who co-create with you in ways that resemble a fl ower opening; spiritual helpers who offer guidance and help in ways that resemble a fl ower opening.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “I lie to myself all the time, but I never believe me,” writes Cancerian author S. E. Hinton. Ha! As a Cancerian myself, I confess to the same crime. But I am looking forward to a shift in the coming weeks. I suspect we Crabs will be inspired to cut way back on the fibs we try to get away with. You know what that means, right? We’ll be more inclined to trust ourselves, since we’ll be more likely to tell ourselves the truth. Our decisions will be shrewd, and our self-care will be rigorous. Hallelujah!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): My object in this horoscope is to stimulate your imagination in ways nobody else in your life will. You need an infl uence like me, from outside your inner circle, to administer friendly, playful shocks to jolt you out of habitual ways of thinking. Here we go. 1. If you were to stow seven parts of your soul in seven objects, what objects would they be? 2. If you could change one thing about your past, what would it be? 3. If you were a character in a fairy tale or a movie, who would you be? 4. If you could travel to a place that would teach you what you most need to know, where would it be? 5. If you had a magical animal as your special ally, what animal would it be? 6. If you could sing a song with uncanny healing power for someone you care about, what song would it be? 7. If you could improve your relationship with some part of your body, what would it be?

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found the love of my life. We had an incredible first few dates. We were so in sync we didn’t even need words to communicate. However, as we’ve spent more time together, things about her are really starting to bother me -- especially how she has no interest in the news or the world beyond herself and mostly wants to gossip about her friends and celebrities. How could I have been so wrong about her being The One? —Disturbed There’s fairy tale romance, and then there’s fairy tale romance that’s gotten into a fender-bender with reality: “I will love you forever—uh, or until I learn your interest in international affairs is limited to the relationship status of the Queen’s beefcake great-nephew, aka ‘His Royal Handsome.’” Contrary to that schmaltzo saying, “to know someone is to love them,” to know someone is to be increasingly annoyed by them. This is hard to imagine if we have an instant connection. Psychologist Michael I. Norton and his colleagues explain that when we like someone we’ve just met, we tend to notice all the ways they seem similar to us, which leads to our liking them more. We then assume getting to know them even better will keep our liking of them on the upswing—an assumption that plays an underrecognized role in the “disintegration of friendships, the demise of business relationships,” and divorce. In fact, peeling the info onion generally leads to our liking a person a whole lot less, explain the researchers. We start to see evidence of “dissimilarity”—ways they aren’t like us—and it has a “cascading” effect. New information we discover about them “is more likely to be interpreted as further evidence of dissimilarity, leading to decreased liking.” When you’re first dating someone, being mindful of how prone we are to leap to “you’re so amazeballs!” (”just like me!”) is the best defense against sliding from the initial seeing into believing. To speed your weeding-out process, you might come up with a mental list— your bottom-line must-haves in a partner. Use this to ask questions (and also observe) to see whether a woman’s ticking all the essential boxes: “You had me at knowing your Kim Jong-il from your Kim Kardashian.”

casually dropped that he’s in a new relationship of about six months. A mutual friend told me the guy isn’t too happy with the woman and feels he’s “settling.” The guy’s been texting me in what seems to be a purely friendly way. Still, if I were his girlfriend, I’d be pretty upset. —Confused About His Intentions Say your car skids off the road in North Nowhere and you wake up trapped in the driver’s seat with zero bars on your phone. You’d probably trade your house, your car, and your favorite grandma for some emergency eats in the glove box—even the remains of a granola bar that looks to have been purchased just before the Lewis & Clark expedition. Well, humans seem to have evolved to be romantic doomsday preppers: ready for any sudden famine in the partner department. At the moment, you seem to fall into the category of “backup mate” for this guy, though maybe just because he’s inconveniently still attached to somebody else. Evolutionary psychologists Joshua Duntley and David Buss find that both men and women cultivate backup mates—“approximately three,” on average—whom we can use to rapidly replace our current long-term mate in case they die, dump us, or cheat, or their mate value takes a dive. Maintaining a romantic plan B cuts the time costs of having to start from scratch— which could be the difference between, say, a man passing on his genes and passing on what could’ve been into an old tube sock. As disturbing (and, perhaps, dirtbaggy) as this partner reserve stock business might seem, Duntley and Buss report that even people in happy relationships seem motivated—often subconsciously—to maintain backup mates. (Not being quite aware of one’s own motives keeps away the guilt that would likely accompany consciously collecting potential relief pitchers.) This guy you met might be figuring out whether to give notice in his current relationship, or, if that’ll be in the pipeline, figuring out how. Consider the potential risks of texting with him: getting emotionally entwined with someone who might remain unavailable and suggesting you need to take whatever romantic scraps you’re given. If you prefer to opt out of these risks, you could tell him you hope to hear from him again but that you’re a woman with standards: “Call me when you’ve lost weight—125 pounds of excess girlfriend.”

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ABR, GREEN, EA BROKER

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Abbie Kephart Sams, Broker

503.812.2025 abbie@teamsams.com Licensed in the State of Oregon

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VOLUME 25 ISSUE 37 / SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 / THE SOURCE WEEKLY

n life people come to a place of wanting to settle down. The desire to put down roots begins to materialize and typically translates to dreams of homeownership. Owning a home means stability, safety and wealth for oneself and family. It’s a symbol of hard work, determination and focus leading to a sense of pride and confidence. One can easily envision the end goal of being handed keys to a new home, decorating the space and enjoying it with those who matter most, but there are a couple initial steps that will ensure a successful homebuying experience.

REAL ESTATE

By Abbie + Rick Sams

MLS# 220129949

MLS# 220123899

MLS# 220131313

SISTERS | 16630 WILT ROAD

SISTERS | BEAUTIFUL HOME

$1,300,000 | VACANT LAND | 80 AC

$725,000 | 4 BD | 2 BA | 1,933 SF

Suzanne Carvlin & Patty Cordoni | Principal Brokers 541.390.7878 | realestate@pattyandsuzanne.com

Cary Kiefer | Broker | 541.306.8391 carysellsrealestate@gmail.com

MLS# 220127374

EAGLE CREST 55+ | 922 SACRED FALLS DR

REDMOND | HORSE PROPERTY

$700,000

$675,000

Jodi & Brandon Kearney | Brokers 541.693.4019 | jodirebroker@hotmail.com

Sonja Porter | Broker | 541.678.3951 sonja.porter@cascadesir.com

Your Ocean Views Await

Amy Halligan Principal Broker 541.410.9045 Amy.Halligan@CascadeSIR.com

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