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Are we really rounding the corner toward the end of summer and the start of school?! In this last issue in August, our news team dives into the current race for Deschutes County Sheriff and looks at who may be behind a smear campaign against one of the candidates. We also visit Redmond’s new managed camp — open finally after plenty of delays, and explore how the elimination of the federal “Roadless Rule” could affect Bend’s drinking water. In food news, we enjoy the flavors of the Oaxaca-style cart, Alebrije… or two carts, that is. And in Culture, we’re debuting a new occasional column from Oregon Poet Laureate Ellen Waterston, who’s sharing some of the fun of traveling the state in pursuit of the written word. As always, thanks for reading! — Nicole Vulcan, Editor in Chief

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ven if you don’t pay close attention to public dollars like we do, you may have a general sense of how things are going in terms of funding for state and local governments. Due to a combination of federal cuts and the end of some pandemic-era funding sources, the budgets for area governments are going to be much curtailed compared to recent years past. We are now six years past the start of the global pandemic that turned the world upside down, and while some people continue to suffer the effects of that disruption, it’s also safe to say that the emergency is passed.

Some of the most effective means of transitioning people out of homelessness will not be funded this year, or will have to be seriously cut back. That’s not right. During an emergency, we can expect some level of chaos. As it pertains to addressing the sudden rise in the number of people experiencing homelessness during the pandemic, state and local governments should be commended for working quickly to try to address that humanitarian crisis. Bend and Redmond, for example, were two cities that, before the pandemic, did not have permanent low-barrier overnight shelter facilities that could house people even on the coldest nights of the year — let alone managed camps, safe parking or other options. Prior to 2020, the winter warming shelter in Bend was moved around to various churches and other facilities. With low-barrier shelters and numerous other facilities now operating year-round, both cities have come a long way. If the annual Point in Time count of area unhoused individuals is any indication, those efforts have begun to move the needle and get more people into permanent housing. And then came the federal cuts and a presidential administration that sees criminalization as a valid solution for homelessness, along with the end of federal special program funds, such as the American Rescue Plan Act. It doesn’t take a financial wizard to understand that this was all going to mean we wouldn’t be able to fund things at the level we did before — and yet we still think this next

chapter is too shambolic, for a time that is no longer an emergency. In last week’s Feature story, Reporter Clayton Franke outlined how some providers of homeless services in the region are suddenly facing down a serious funding shortage, thanks at least in part to diminished budgets. Funds are tight; we get it. What we don’t get is the last-minute, rushed nature of how the funding — and the communication around funding — seems to be rolling out. In preparing to mete out the next round of funding, staff from the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council knew they were going to be getting less than they got before. As such, they created a rubric of sorts, letting them assess “shelter experience, design and operations, consistency in data reporting, cost reasonableness and readiness.” Area shelters and other providers, including those that run things like safe parking programs, knew they probably wouldn’t get funded to the amount they’d prefer, but thought they’d probably get something. That is, until officials from the state, in a last minute notification, clarified who’d get funding in late July: Only those who got funding under the governor’s emergency declaration for shelter facilities last year would get funded this year. That left safe parking programs without a state funding source. According to data published by the City of Bend, safe parking has a high “graduation rate” of transitioning people to housing — meaning, in the spectrum of interventions, it’s been among the most effective at getting people out of homelessness. As service providers will tell you, we need an array of interventions — low-barrier shelters and safe parking among them — to fully address homelessness, so it would follow that we need to also fund all those intervention types. Fixes to the way the funds were allocated this year will likely be put in place by the time any funds are meted out next year — but in the meantime, some of the most effective means of transitioning people out of homelessness will not be funded this year, or will have to be seriously cut back. That’s not right. This year, poor communication from state officials and a rushed funding allocation process are making this feel like we are living in a sudden crisis. It’s been six years since the start of the pandemic. Why are we still treating homelessness like a five-alarm fire?

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Registration data leave out entire groups of people. Families with children aren’t counted. People who just moved here aren’t counted. When you draw districts using registered voters instead of actual population, you end up with districts that look equal on paper but aren’t equal in real life. The Supreme Court made this point clearly in Evenwel v. Abbott, reaffirming that elected officials serve everyone in their district — not just registered voters. Political scientists have said the same thing for decades: representation is about people, not party registration. Using voter‑registration data to draw districts isn’t just unusual; it’s widely considered unreliable and unfair. Deschutes County voters chose to expand the Board of Commissioners because they wanted more accountability and better local representation. Map C doesn’t deliver that. It fractures communities, sidelines non‑affiliated voters, and relies on a flawed method for deciding who counts in our democracy. Voters deserve a map that reflects real neighborhoods and real population — not one built on outdated numbers and exclusionary data. For the sake of fair representation and the long‑term health of our county’s government, Map C should be rejected. —Kent C Price is a retired political science professor and applied election researcher with over 40 years of experience studying voting behavior, democratic institutions, and local governance. He resides in Central Oregon.

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crosswalk, the vehicle’s reversing swept path can enter it. Parked SUVs, landscaping and canopy structures can further restrict visibility. A child or baby in a stroller may remain below a driver’s rear sightline until it is too late. During the recent Saturday opening event two vehicles backing from opposite sides of a library parking aisle collided near its center. Photographs and video show broken-light fragments remaining near the collision area after larger pieces were collected. No pedestrian was involved, but the event demonstrates how drivers can enter a shared blind-conflict zone despite an apparently spacious parking lot. Metal striking metal caused property damage. The same geometry involving a pedestrian would mean metal striking flesh. The Deschutes Public Library District should immediately close — with official cones or barricades — every parking space whose reversing swept path can enter an adjoining crosswalk. Those spaces should remain closed pending an independent, on-site traffic and pedestrian-safety review. Permanent correction might require wider buffers, removal or relocation of spaces, raised crossings, bollards, improved sightlines or revised circulation. Waiting for an injury before correcting an observable hazard would be indefensible. —Tim Lester

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When Deschutes County voters consider Map C this November, they will be deciding the future of our new fiveseat Board of Commissioners. Drafted by a seven-member advisory committee, the proposed boundaries simply do not meet basic standards of fair representation. As a retired political science professor, my assessment is straightforward: Map C sidelines the public and will make local government less accountable. The biggest problem is how Map C treats non‑affiliated voters — the voters who aren’t registered as Democrats or Republicans. They’re not a fringe group; they’re actually the largest and fastest‑growing part of our electorate. More than 57,000 Deschutes County voters are non‑affiliated, outnumbering both major parties. These are people who want local government to be practical, not partisan. But Map C doesn’t give them a fair shot. Instead of keeping communities together, it slices Bend into three pieces and packs most Bend voters into just two districts. That means tens of thousands of non‑affiliated voters get pushed into districts where their voices are overshadowed by artificially constructed majorities. Their ability to influence who represents them is weakened before a single vote is cast. The committee’s approach to drawing these districts made things worse. In redistricting, the basic rule — the one taught in every political science textbook — is that districts must be drawn using total population, not registered voters. Elected officials represent everyone who lives in a district: kids, new residents, people who haven’t registered yet, and people who choose not to vote. But midway through the process, the committee started using voter‑regis‑ tration numbers as a stand‑in for population. That’s a serious mistake.

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Forest Protections for 200,000 Acres in Central Oregon Subject to ‘Roadless Rule’ Repeal AUGUST 27, 2026 / BEND’S INDEPENDENT VOICE - NOW DAILY AT WWW.BENDSOURCE.COM

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early 200,000 acres in the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests could be subject to road construction and logging as the Trump Administration moves to repeal 25-year-old protections on public forest lands. The United States Department of Agriculture, the federal agency that oversees the U.S. Forest Service, announced on Aug. 18 a filing to rescind the 2001 “Roadless Rule,” which prohibited new road construction, reconstruction and timber harvests across more than one-quarter of national forest lands in the country. The Forest Service published a draft Environmental Impact Statement on the proposed change Aug. 19 and opened a public comment period the following day. It closes on Sept. 21. Agency leaders and timber industry groups say removing the rule would allow for badly needed wildfire fuel reduction work and introduce more local control over forest management. Environmental and conservation groups have blasted the move, saying it could spoil some of the last remaining relatively untouched landscapes while threatening wildlife and drinking water. The roadless designation covers about 137,000 acres in the Deschutes National Forest — about 9% of the forest’s total 1.9 million acres. The forest lies west and south of Bend, stretching from the Metolius River and Mt. Jefferson area south past La Pine and east past the Newberry Volcanic National Monument. Roadless designations cover about 6% of land in the 850,000-acre Ochoco National Forest outside of Prineville. Local advocates say these roadless areas are some of Central Oregon’s crown jewels. They include Tumalo Mountain, some of the forests surrounding the Cascade lakes, trails near Tumalo Falls, forests surrounding the Newberry monument and Lookout Mountain in the Ochocos, the highest point in the range. “It’s a lot of these really iconic spots,” said Fiona Noonan, wild lands and water program manager with Central Oregon LandWatch, a nonprofit environmental group. “They’re iconic in part because they don’t have roads going through them.” The proportion of designated roadless areas in Central Oregon forests is smaller than others in parts of southwestern and northeastern Oregon, where roadless areas cover up to one-quarter of the land in some national forests. Along with a draft Environmental Impact Statement, the Forest Service

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A screenshot from a U.S. Forest Service map shows areas west of Bend currently protected by the “roadless rule,” shaded in black with white dots.

released an interactive map showing which lands would be affected should the roadless protections be repealed. The federal government officially adopted those protections in 2001, but their inception goes back decades prior. Congress passed the Wilderness Act in 1964, initially designating about 9 million acres of undeveloped land as wilderness — the most protective and restrictive land designation under the federal umbrella. Wilderness designations — such as those in the Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington and Diamond Peak — prohibit motorized access, commercial activities, roads and structures. In the 1970s, the Forest Service surveyed another 60 million undeveloped acres to determine if those should also be left as wilderness or opened for natural resource activity. Protections for most of those lands were initiated by the Clinton Administration more than 20 years later. After a handful of lawsuits, federal courts repealed and reinstated the rule repeatedly over the course of another 10 years. Unlike wilderness areas, roadless areas don’t strictly ban motorized recreation, said Sami Godlove, Central Oregon field associate with environmental advocacy group Oregon Wild. But “for all intents and purposes, if you go into a roadless area, you feel like you’re in a wilderness area,” Godlove said. Wildfire risks and Bend’s water supply For proponents of rescinding the rule, far too many acres have been off-limits to roads for far too long. In a press release, USDA and Forest Service officials framed the roadless rule as an impediment to thinning overgrown forests likely to fuel large wildfires. “Repealing the Roadless Rule is more important than ever because 24.5 million acres of the Wildland Urban Interface,

where forests meet communities, are either in roadless areas or within a mile of roadless – making increased access a major public safety issue,” the Forest Service press office said in a statement to the Source. “Roads improve access for wildland firefighting when timing is critical and lives are at risk.” In its Draft Environmental Impact Statement, the Forest Service wrote that getting rid of the roadless rule would provide the most local flexibility for managers to carry out wildfire risk mitigation. At the same time, the Forest Service acknowledged that building more roads could actually result in more humancaused wildfires, citing a study linking greater road density to higher-frequency of wildfire ignitions. The draft document also links to the Trump Administration’s directives to strip away regulations and ramp up timber harvest on public lands. Amanda Sullivan-Astor, forest policy manager with Associated Oregon Loggers, a timber industry group, said the group supports removing barriers to forest treatments, both because of wildfire risk reduction and economic benefits for rural communities. “Whether the work involves commercial harvest, non-commercial treatments, fuels reduction, road improvments or other forest health treatments, active management can help reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire, improve forest conditions and protect critical access,” Sullivan-Astor said in an email. Meanwhile, the debate over roads and wildfires has big implications for Bend’s main source of drinking water. Roadless areas cover large parts of the Tumalo Creek watershed, where Bend draws 60% of its water supply. The City sees wildfire as a major risk to that supply. It’s a big reason why the City is planning a $60 million treatment plant

expansion that hinges on a land transfer from the Forest Service. The project includes a new pretreatment system to remove wood, dirt and debris that could enter the stream after a wildfire. Studies have also shown that forest roads threaten drinking water quality by increasing sediment, which can make the water harder to treat, along with hindering freshwater biodiversity. “We’re concerned that any changes could negatively impact water quality,” Mike Buettner, the City’s public works director, told the Source. “Water quality starts at the source, and we’ve been beneficiaries of 100 years of protection in that watershed. We feel like that’s contributed to the high level of water quality we have here in Bend.” In the last few years, Buettner said, the City had been in conversation with Forest Service officials about what rescinding the roadless rule might mean for the Deschutes National Forest and the watershed. But since last year’s cuts to Forest Service staff, conversations have shifted to “basic service levels,” Buettner said. He said the City has reached back out to the Forest Service to learn more. According to Buettner, the road building ban has prevented the Forest Service from doing wildfire mitigation in the heart of the watershed, partially because another tactic — using helicopters to clear vegetation — is cost prohibitive. Allowing the Forest Service to go in and perform “ecologically sensitive” thinning work could be a silver lining to rescinding the rule, Buettner said. “There’s sort of this double-edged sword,” Buettner said. “You’ve got the protection of no roads in this pristine watershed. But after 100 years we’re looking back, thinking, how do we effectively do fuels mitigation here and protect ourselves long=term.” “Under these regulations, it’s quite difficult,” Buettner said. Meanwhile, Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler said the City Council has been a “staunch supporter” of public lands since Trump was elected. “We will continue to push back against these harmful changes to federal public lands policy,” Kebler said in an email. The Forest Service is expected to release a final Environmental Impact Statement at some point in 2027. —This story is powered by the Lay It Out Foundation, the nonprofit with a mission of promoting deep reporting and investigative journalism in Central Oregon. Learn more and be part of this important work by visiting layitoutfoundation.org.

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First Residents Move into Managed Homeless Camp in East Redmond The developed campground had been sitting empty for five months

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fter seven years in the juniper forest, Sami Brimmer doesn’t take flat ground for granted. “Look how level that is,” she said, pointing to the gravel parking space below a lengthy camper trailer. “Can you imagine trying to level a trailer out in the dirt?” Brimmer is one of 15 or so residents to move into a new developed homeless campground in the High Desert east of Redmond. The camp is coming to fruition more than two years after the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners set aside land for the project. Leaders are banking on the camp — a homeless shelter model untested in Central Oregon — both as a first step to help people out of homelessness and as a means to clear people from hundreds of acres of government-owned land slated for industrial development in the area. For Brimmer, 70, it’s about much more than flat ground for her trailer. She now has easy access to porta-potties and can walk just a few hundred feet for water, instead of leaving camp and driving miles across winding dirt roads to collect it. Most of all, she can sleep with the feeling of safety, as a long fence with a locked gate lines the perimeter of the camp. “This was a godsend,” Brimmer told the Source, adding, “I do believe everybody in here would tell you it is or they wouldn’t be here. This is just a start.” Deschutes County Commissioner Phil Chang said he believes the managed camp will be a key piece in the local shelter network. “The managed camp is going to meet a lot of people’s needs for whom the other options aren’t available, or they just don’t fit,” he said. The move-in is a significant milestone: Before last Monday, the 36-site camp sat finished, but empty, for five months. Deschutes County and the City of Redmond split the $676,000 construction cost to build it. Construction finished up in March, but it took several months for the County to settle on an organization to run it. At first, the County sought one group to provide trash takeout, security, portable toilets, snow plowing and other operations, along with individual support to and service coordination for camp residents. The region’s largest homeless service organizations shied away from the proposal, with some saying the ask was too much to accomplish with a $500,000 budget for two years. The County scaled back its request, asking only for the case management and daily support services. When no new organizations applied, commissioners chose to move ahead with a contract with First Light, an addiction recovery and street outreach nonprofit. Executive Director Lorenzo Perez founded the nonprofit in 2022 after two decades working as an addiction recovery counselor in Central Oregon. He recently brought on Isaac Montoya, a community health worker who helped start up St. Vincent DePaul’s tiny home village in Bend, to help out with the camp. The County has allocated $150,000 per year for about three hours per day of onsite support for residents. Perez and Montoya said they’ve already been putting in four hours or more each day helping people settle in, get new phones and replacement tires and line up medical appointments. “There’s a lot more work to do that we’re willing to do ourselves,” Montoya said. First Light coined the managed camp “Healing Village,” after a type of “healing-focused” case management, aiming to relieve symptoms of stress and fatigue with peer support and recovery groups, Perez said. He said he’s already noticed a sense of safety and security with the campers. Even access to basic utilities like bathrooms and water can relieve stress, he said. Perez and Montoya said they also plan on providing portable showers, laundry and a central cooking area.

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Tippy Keller stands next to her trailer after it was moved into the east Redmond managed homeless camp on Aug. 24. Keller moved into the developed camp after five years living in the juniper forest east of Redmond.

The County has allocated $100,000 per year and is relying on existing contracts for operations like trash, portable toilets, security services, cleanup, towing, snow removal and municipal water. A new model When it comes to moving people into the camp, Redmond and Deschutes County are prioritizing people living on government-owned lands in an area where homelessness is holding up industrial development, according to Redmond Deputy City Manager Steve Ashworth. That includes a neighboring 137acre property slated for a land swap with the Department of State Lands and the CORE3 emergency and police training center. After clearing those lands, the priority will move to people camping on public land closer to the Redmond city center. After that the camp will intake people from other safe parking shelter sites as they close due to lack of funding, as well as a dispersed camping area north of Bend designated in an agreement between the City and Deschutes County. The new managed camp is a step up from the designated “safe stay” area, with developed gravel parking sites, a fence, water and electrical outlets. It’s also slightly different than safe parking programs, said Rick Russell, director of Mountain View Community Development, the region’s largest safe parking nonprofit. Safe parking allows people to park cars or set up tiny shelters at church lots, or with other willing property owners, and, like the managed camp, provides individual support. But the key difference is size: Safe parking sites are limited to a handful of people — which makes them easy to operate and cuts down on security costs — while the managed camp will host three dozen. The density of the managed camp is noteworthy and could pose a challenge, said Russell, who is also a county commissioner-elect. “If you’ve got 36 units all operating off of 36 generators, that’s a lot of noise to sleep in every night,” he said. Chang, the county commissioner, said he is optimistic about the managed camp model. “I wish we had more funds for them to have more hours” for service providers on site, Chang said. “I do believe it will be enough to make it work.” Even if it does, future funding is still a major question mark surrounding the project, Chang said. “I still don’t know how we’re going to continue to fund it after two years is up,” he said.

City Council filing deadline ends Aug. 25 A host of Bend City Council hopefuls filed to run for office Tuesday before the deadline expired at 5 pm. In Bend, mayor candidates include incumbent Melanie Kebler, who was first elected to the council in 2020 before winning the mayor’s seat two years later. She has two challengers: Perennial candidate Ron “Rondo” Boozell and Bernadette Strome, a mother and former cafe manager, according to her filing paperwork. Two others are running unopposed. Incumbent councilor Ariel Méndez, a political science professor at OSU-Cascades, was the only candidate to file for Position 5. Meanwhile, Elana Reinholtz, associate marketing director for Camp Fire Central Oregon, a youth leadership nonprofit, is the only candidate certified to run for Position 6, the position currently held by Mike Riley. Oregon Department of Transportation Climate Specialist Bobbi Cummiskey dropped out Aug. 24, while two others — Nic Tartar and Dan Sorrells — weren’t certified to run by the deadline. The deadline for candidates to withdraw is Aug. 28.

Locals picked for state education board Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek tapped two people from Central Oregon for the State Board of Education, which oversees the implementation of education policy across the state. Amanda Page, a Redmond School Board member and former Deschutes County Commission candidate, and Sonja Littledeer-Evans, a juvenile justice leader in Jefferson County, were nominated for roles on the state board. They await confirmation from the Senate in September.

Redmond art survey and open art commission seats The Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places launched a new survey hoping to gauge people’s awareness of public art and hear about what they’d like to see more of. Additionally, the art commission is looking to fill two open seats. Examples of new art could include murals, sculptures and sanctioned graffiti.

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have been very few public concerns with having the practice in Bend. “The safety has been incredibly high,” Gow said. “It’s definitely more dangerous to have a bar in your community than it is to have a psilocybin service center.” Zwicker said she sees potential benefits of psilocybin therapy for medical use but has concerns about equal access and the limited market around psilocybin. When the state first started licensing the centers, Zwicker said, “They had a long way to go in regulating this for fair, equitable use. It was more recreational at the time.” She added, “I don’t want it to be something that people come here to visit to do for fun.” More than 20,000 people have accessed psilocybin therapy in Oregon, according to a dashboard from the Oregon Health Authority. It’s available to anyone 21 and older. A recent study from Johns Hopkins University found many people who participated in psilocybin therapy had high-income backgrounds and came from outside of Oregon. Gow said allowing psilocybin centers in other cities in Central Oregon where commercial space is cheaper might pass on cost savings for people seeking therapy. The service center’s website says the individual psilocybin therapy program costs $3,800. Redmond City Councilor John Nielsen was the only councilor to oppose sending the temporary ban to voters again. He argued during a July meeting that it made sense to be cautious about psilocybin when the state first started licensing service centers. Now, it’s something the City should consider more seriously, he said. “I continue to hear from veterans and folks who struggle with PTSD that this is a tool that if properly used under medical supervision, which these service centers do, that it is beneficial and helpful to them,” Nielsen said. “I don’t think it is in the city’s best interest to simply rubber stamp this moving forward for yet another two-year ban without having some kind of discussion or bringing up some kind of experts pro and con on it.”

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silocybin will be on the ballot in Redmond again this fall, for the third time in five years. In November, voters will decide to continue a temporary ban on businesses that facilitate supervised magic mushroom trips to treat an array of mental health problems. Redmond voters and dozens of other jurisdictions have enacted bans and moratoriums since Oregon voters made it the first state in the country to legalize psilocybin service centers. With a 6-1 vote, the Redmond City Council approved sending the issue to voters on Aug. 11. The Council had the option to let the current two-year ban sunset at the end of 2026, which would have allowed licensed psilocybin centers to apply to operate in the City. “It’s kind of a contentious thing in Redmond,” Redmond City Councilor Cat Zwicker, who voted to refer the ban to voters, told the Source. “I think it’s best on something like that to hear the will of the people.” In 2022, 53% of Redmond voters approved a ban on psilocybin, and 55% of voters chose to extend the ban in 2024. Redmond was one of dozens of Oregon cities to approve bans in 2024. Voters chose to allow psilocybin service centers in unincorporated Deschutes County in 2022 while La Pine voters approved an indefinite ban. Bend hosts three psilocybin service centers — the only ones east of the Cascade Mountains. A study published Aug. 19 by researchers from Oregon Health Sciences University showed promising results for psilocybin therapy in treating anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and other mental health issues. Nearly two-thirds of patients responding to a survey said the experience was among the most meaningful of their lives, with 90% saying they benefited. A few reported their experience as harmful, including four who had adverse behavioral effects after using psilocybin for the first time. No one in the study reported any serious physical health issues. Colorado and New Mexico have also adopted psilocybin therapy programs. Amanda Gow, co-founder of Bendable Therapy, which provides supervised psilocybin trips, said there

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U.S. Marine veteran and sheriff candidate James “Mac” McLaughlin refutes “stolen valor” allegation connects accusatory YouTube videos to Interim Sheriff Ty Rupert’s campaign worker By Peter Madsen

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hen Ty Rupert campaigned for and won the interim sheriff appointment last year, he swore to keep unflattering headlines about the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office out of newspapers. Nonetheless, two open investigations swirl in the November General Election’s race for sheriff, and at least a third is on the way. The newest inquiry stems from two complaints filed with the District Attorney’s Office, concerning seemingly unfounded allegations that DCSO Det. Lt. James “Mac” McLaughlin embellished his service with the U.S. Marine Corps. McLaughlin is Rupert’s sole opponent. These allegations surfaced on Aug. 4, when an anonymous person using the moniker “Steve the Monkey Trainer,” posted the first of three YouTube videos skeptical of McLaughlin’s time with the Marines.

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A Serious Allegation from a ‘Monkey Trainer’ is the Latest Intrigue in the Race for Deschutes County Sheriff

James "Mac" McLaughlin provided the Source with numerous documents substantiating his time with 1st Force Reconnaissance Company, a U.S. Marine Corps unit.

Allegations of that nature, if proven, can land a person on a DA’s Brady List, a Scarlett Letter-designation that bars many police officers from presenting evidence in court and torpedoes most cops’ careers. Yet documents received and analyzed by the Source show that these accusations of “stolen valor” to be untrue. Additionally, McLaughlin provided photographs that appear to tie the defamatory allegations made by “Steve the Monkey Trainer” to one of Rupert’s election campaign workers.

“Stolen valor” On Aug. 4, “Steve the Monkey Trainer” began posting videos alleging that McLaughlin inflated his military credentials. Each of the three videos is narrated by an AI-generated male voice and draws from McLaughlin’s military discharge form and footage of the sheriff candidate speaking at campaign events. The videos allege that McLaughlin lied about his time with the 1st Force Recon Company. That affiliation isn’t explicitly listed on McLaughlin’s single-page military discharge form, known as a DD-214, which

details his primary specialty as ammunition technician. That’s what strikes “Steve” as suspect. In several clips featured in the “Steve” posts, McLaughlin states he was promoted to sergeant, worked as an ammunition technician and completed training the 1st Force Recon ordered him to undergo. Yet the fact that McLaughlin’s DD-214 omits this 1st Force Recon training isn’t the smoking gun “Steve” purports it to be. McLaughlin sent the Source documents, including a written training order typed on 1st Force Recon letterhead and a diploma, that substantiate his 1st Force Recon training. By press time, the “Steve” videos had been viewed more than 1,000 times. One such viewer filed a complaint with the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office. The other complaint was emailed to DA Steve Gunnels with the email handle: Steve the Monkey Trainer at Proton.me, the Source learned. URLs to those videos, McLaughlin says, were also emailed to DCSO employees at work addresses. Speaking with the Source on Aug. 21, McLaughlin said he and his attorney were preparing substantiating documents for the DA’s Office, which will conclude its inquiry several weeks thereafter. McLaughlin said his campaign intends to file a complaint with the Oregon Secretary of State regarding the contents of the Steve videos. McLaughlin provided the Source with documentation of his time with the Marine Corps, notably his training with 1st Force Recon, which he completed between 1998 and 2000. What McLaughlin has explained numerous times, and evidence bears out, is that 1st Force Recon ordered him to train in preparation of deployments with the unit. One of several documents McLaughlin furnished the Source is his Certificate of Achievement for completing 44 hours of instruction in the M4 Carbine Transition Course at Camp Pendleton, California, ordered by 1st Force Reconnaissance Company. The certificate is dated December 1998. That certification is, in fact, listed on his DD-214, under the military education category, next to ammunition technician.

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Another document, dated April 1999 and com- discharge papers of both McLaughlin and Rupert were Rupert declined to confirm Birky’s role in his posed on 1st Force Recon letterhead, details McLaugh- requested from DCSO on July 27 by “Edward Novek,” campaign. A Marine veteran himself, Rupert said he lin’s order to attend Airborne Course at the U.S. Army a moniker without an online footprint. The name does “respects Candidate McLaughlin’s military service” Infantry School at Fort Benning, Georgia. A subse- not appear in criminal or local property records, either. and that “any questions regarding his assignments, quent document confirms that order. Additionally, A message the Source sent to the end-to-end encrypted training, qualifications or characterization of that serMcLaughlin provided the Source the diploma for com- Proton email from which “Novek” sought and received vice are his to address.” pleting the Airborne Course, which is dated May 14, the discharge forms was bounced back — an automated 1999. message indicating the account no longer exists. It’s not surprising that details like these — such as Reached by phone, Gunnels told the Source that the unit that ordered his carbine rifle training, for he’d received two notices about allegations made example — don’t fit on a DD-214, McLaugh- en by “Steve the Monkey Trainer,” one from a s ad lin says. Oregon’s Secretary of State’s Election Division is concerned defense attorney and anothM er “The layperson would expect that er sent using a Proton email account the ultimate authority on local election administrathe DD-214 is the total document of with the handle: Steve the Monkey tion. While SoS spokespeople declined to comment your military history,” McLaughTrainer. (It’s not clear if “Steve” specifically about this Steve the Monkey Trainer busilin said. “A DD-214 simply states and “Novek” are the same person ness, they referred the Source to state disclosure laws. your military occupations, specialty Generally, communications supporting or opposing or working in tandem.) units you separated from, the dates The Source emailed the “Steve” a clearly identified candidate must state the name of and times you began and ended your Proton account on Aug. 20, receiv- the person or PAC who paid for the communication and service, some unit awards — but not ing vague answers to questions their top contributors, according to disclosure laws. all — and your mode of discharge.” Additionally, these rules apply to a candidate’s camabout the person’s identity, their Subsequently, in preparation for a campaign affiliation and what account- paign committee when a communication is made with Marine Expeditionary Unit, McLaughInterim Sheriff Ty Rupert ability might look like for them if their alle- the cooperation of — or at the request or suggestion by lin said he served on several domestic — a candidate, or anyone the candidate has authorized. gations against McLaughlin proved false. “work ups” that teams undergo before Oregon residents can send a written complaint to “I’m not connected to the Ty Rupert being tapped for a 1st Force Recon mission. He served campaign or any political group,” the monkey trainer the SoS’s Election Division if they believe a law has as an ammunition technician to these teams, yet had said. “…McLaughlin never said what he really did in the been broken. also been trained in small-unit tactical work, includ- USMC and he positioned himself as something he was ing aquatic and airborne military operations and close not. He has done that for years. He has traded on it… combat, he said. To me, that’s stolen valor.” As McLaughlin has iterated in numerous speakMatters of intrigue and scandal, unfortunately, Does the “monkey trainer” moniker have any siging engagements, including those cited by “Steve,” he nificance? have plagued the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office in extended his contract with the Marines to allow for the “It has no meaning,” the emailer said. “I just made recent election cycles. selection process for additional 1st Force Recon train- it up.” Still underway is an internal affairs investigation ing. Yet McLaughlin told the Source that a helicopter into alleged misconduct of McLaughlin and two DCSO crash in December 1999, in which several Force Recon employees under his command, stemming from a Feb. Marines died, devastated him. Those losses, coupled 25 SWAT raid in Sunriver. As the Source previouswith the mounting strain on his marriage and wantMcLaughlin believes evidence found in the “Steve” ly reported, the complaints were filed by the mother ing to start a family — “They call the unit First Force videos may shed light on who was involved in their cre- and family friend of Paul Akehurst, the target of the ‘Divorce’ Company,” he added — led McLaughlin to ation. SWAT mission. Retired Oregon City Police Chief Jim leave the Marines. McLaughlin sent the Source a series of photos his Band is leading the third-party investigation, launched “The camaraderie, the respect, admiration for campaign had received, both taken at a sherby Rupert on June 5. Band told the Source he those losses — those sacrifices were so formative,” iff candidate speaking engagement he and ghlin doesn’t comment on any investigation u McLaughlin said, taking a beat to compose himself. Rupert attended at Victory Baptist McLa until it’s finished. It’s unclear wheth“That [crash] helped solidify my decision to take my Church in Bend on April 19. er the investigation will conclude wife and move to Bend, Oregon, to start a family. So One photo shows a woman with before the Nov. 3 General Election. that’s what we did.” straight, shoulder-length blond The Oregon Governmental McLaughlin never deployed with 1st Force Recon. His hair, wearing a distinct white Ethics Commission declined to DD-214 lists an honorable discharge in September 2000. top, sitting in a rear row near the open an investigation of Rupert’s Police records indicate DCSO promoted McLaughlin center aisle. In the photo, taken alleged misuse of county resourcfrom civilian employee to deputy in October 2008. from behind, the corner of the es, citing a lack of evidence, when he appeared with a DCSO-brandsmart phone’s video viewfinder ed golf cart and several in-uniform is visible as McLaughlin speaks on deputies at the Deschutes County stage; Rupert stands to the side. Fair on Aug. 5, according to the citizen For a police officer, misrepresenting credentials McLaughlin believes the video-takcomplaint the Source reviewed. such as education and past military or law enforce- er, whose outfit and face appear in a Det. Lt. James "Mac" McLaughlin Another complaint, previously filed ment experience can be a career-ender. subsequent photo taken at the Victoin early July, has precipitated an invesDeschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels ry Church event, is Anne Birky, one of is no stranger to this gravity. His office placed Kent van Rupert’s campaign organizers. In social media posts tigation into Rupert’s campaign, an OGEC official told der Kamp, the previous sheriff, on the Brady List in April made by Rupert’s campaign, Birky can be seen pos- the Source, yet the agency could not offer more inforing with the candidate at his booth at the Deschutes mation until the preliminary review phase has been 2025; van der Kamp resigned in late July of that year. Because van der Kamp lied under oath numerous County Fair in early August. She wears a Rupert cam- completed. times, the DA’s Office subsequently threw out five cas- paign tennis shirt and jewelry that matches that of the McLaughlin says that the Steve the Monkey Trainer es in which van der Kamp served as an expert witness, blonde woman photographed at Victory Church. campaign is the latest stain on the Deschutes County A facilities supervisor at Bend-La Pine Schools, Sheriff’s Office’s reputation. the Source reported. In a previous sheriff’s race, Captain and candidate Birky contributed $200 to Rupert’s campaign in late “I would like some answers. And I believe that an William Bailey was accused by DCSO Follies, an anon- 2025, according to state election records. investigation is appropriate,” McLaughlin said, referymous blog, of falsifying his education; the state police Birky did not respond to numerous messages from ring to the Steve videos. “I’m a candidate, and so I certification agency later disproved that allegation. the Source requesting comment. would rather publicly acknowledge these videos, say Van der Kamp, Bailey’s sole opponent, won. An anonyIn response to the Source’s questions, Rupert why they’re untrue, and allow for the public to make mously authored fount of DCSO intrigue, Follies went emailed a statement that denied knowledge of the their decision.” static in October 2024. —This story is powered by the Lay It Out Foundation, Steve the Monkey Trainer videos’ creation. He said The Follies’ methods are like those of “Steve the whoever is responsible is not a part of his campaign. the nonprofit with a mission of promoting deep reporting Monkey Trainer,” whose content slings poo at one “I have not authorized, directed, coordinat- and investigative journalism in Central Oregon. Learn sheriff candidate but precious little at the other. ed, requested or approved any content from that more and be part of this important work by visiting layAccording to a record request made by the Source, the account,” Rupert added. itoutfoundation.org.

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COWBOY STORYTIME LISTEN TO THE ADVENTURES OF A HORSE WHO LEARNS TO BE BRAVE

Author Dani Nichols leads a fun-filled story time featuring her heartwarming book, “Buzz: The NotSo-Brave Horse!” Buzz is a Central Oregon horse who develops courage through a series of adventures. There’ll also be a horse-themed arts and craft project. Supported by the OWA and Crook County High School class of 1963. 11am-12pm in the Community Room at A.R. Bowman Museum, 246 N. Main St., Prineville. Free.

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26TH ANNUAL BRIGHT WOOD AIRSHOW OF THE CASCADES FESTIVAL EYES WILL BE ON THE MADRAS SKIES AT THE ANNUAL EVENT

A plethora of planes will take to the skies above Madras on Friday, Aug. 28 from 1-11pm and Saturday, Aug. 29 from 9am-4:30pm, showcasing breathtaking aerobatic and precision performances. There’ll also be live music, local vendors, a car show and food and drinks available for purchase. Ticket prices vary for the airshow. On Thursday, Aug. 27, check out the Airshow Kickoff Party from 5:30-8pm. Tickets for the party are $10-$15. Madras Airport, 2028 NW Airport Way, Madras.

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Share in a gentle and heartfelt gathering honoring the love pet owners continue to share with their animals who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. This memorial event is for anyone who has experienced the loss of a pet or beloved animal companion, offering a space for reflection, connection and remembrance. 10am-Noon at Partners in Care, 2611 NE Courtney Dr., Bend, Free.

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COMEDY COMPETITION: SO YOU THINK YOU GOT JOKES? IT’S A BATTLE BETWEEN COMEDIANS FROM BEND AND SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

A comedy showdown between mountain towns will go down as three comics from Bend and three from Salt Lake City compete through stand-up and on-the-spot improv using audience-submitted topics. Come help control the chaos and vote for the "Funniest City" at this hilarious event hosted by Cole Robeson. Check out BeertownComedy.com. 8-10pm, Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $15.

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Enjoy the sounds of the four rock musicians from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, who evoke the feeling of a live performance during Fleetwood Mac’s heyday. Rather than a strict “needle drop,” Paper Flowers put their own spin on some of Fleetwood Mac’s most memorable hits. 7-10pm, Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $17.59.

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Check out the unique sounds of Horse Feathers, an indie folk band from Portland, that is making a stop in Bend on its U.S. tour in support of its “Words Are Dead 20th Anniversary Edition” album, which includes a replica of the band’s six-song demo. 6-9pm, Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. $22.94.

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After a slew of hits in the aughts, Train debuts a new album the day the band visits Bend By Bill Forman 15 Jasper Graham

Frontman and sole founding member Pat Monahan says Train will play a wide mix of covers and early material, along with the new stuff.

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rain’s 2009 hit, “Hey, Soul Sister,” was one of those songs you heard everywhere on the radio back when there were still radios — a mandolin-driven earworm that rode an early algorithmic wave alongside the sunny, acoustic pop of Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson, forcing you to either turn it up or turn it off. “Hey, Soul Sister” remains a signature song for Train, formed in San Francisco in 1994, and has sold upward of 10 million albums, with track sales topping 30 million and global streams crossing 6 billion. Fourteen of the band’s songs have charted on the “Billboard” magazine Hot 100 singles chart, and six of its albums have cracked the “Billboard” 200 album chart’s top 10. At the center of it all is frontman Pat Monahan, the current lineup’s sole founding member and constant creative anchor, going all the way back to the 1998 breakout hit, “Meet Virginia” and the double-Grammy-winning “Drops of Jupiter.” The latter — its lyrics drawn from a dream Monahan had roughly a year after losing his mother — has since joined “Hey, Soul Sister” as one of the band’s two RIAA Diamond-certified tracks. This summer, Monahan and his current bandmates have hit the road for their massive “Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere” North American tour with opening acts Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson. The tour hits the Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend Friday, Aug. 28. The dates also mark the debut of a revamped lineup, with longtime studio collaborator Butch Walker — a high-profile producer for the likes of Taylor Swift, Pink, and Green Day — officially joining as guitarist. We spoke to Monahan recently about his band’s current lineup, the forthcoming album, and the musical he’s been working on for the past six years. the Source: How does the sound of the next Train album (release date Aug. 28) “Mad Dog in the Fog” differ from what fans might expect based on your recent pop hits?

Pat Monahan: I think it sounds a lot different. It is much more of a rock record, which Train fans will be excited about. People feel like the little bit of music they have heard so far sounds very authentic, like our first album. That is a good sign. tS: What inspired the single, “The Weekend,” and how does it fit into the sound of the new album? PM: “The Weekend” was, to me, about social media. It was mostly a way to say you don’t need to post every wonderful thing in your life. Maybe you should set your thumb down and go live it. That was the idea behind the line, “are you ready for the weekend.” It’s not about posting the weekend, it’s about living the weekend. That vibe is definitely within the album as a whole. This is not about technology; this is about real life, love and loss. Songs like “Pennsylvania Turnpike” are about leaving Pennsylvania to go to San Francisco. These are all real stories of my life on this album. tS: You’ve worked with Butch Walker in the stu‑ dio for a long time. How did you bring him onboard as a full-time member? PM: Butch and I have been friends since Train’s first album, when he was in a band called The Marvelous 3. Years later he started to write songs and produce, and he has since produced three Train albums. I have begged him to come on stage with us for 20 years to play guitar. He finally was at a point in his career where he agreed to go to Europe with us. We had such a great time that I asked if he would stay and do last summer’s tour, and I keep asking him to hang out with us for the rest of the year. As long as we are all having a great time, he is a beautiful addition to the band. He brings incredible energy and talent to the stage. Train fans are really big fans of Butch’s music, songwriting and talent, so he has been nothing but great for us. tS: Moving on, you have a musical “Begin Again” happening. How does scoring a musical compare to writing a Train album, and what was the most recent stage musical you’ve been to in person?

PM: My most recent musical was “The Lost Boys,” which I saw while we were doing a workshop for “Begin Again.” I have been working on this musical for years, and it has been really hard work. It is a totally different musical muscle, where you are writing songs as characters who you are getting to know and understand throughout a story, as opposed to writing songs about your own experience. These are experiences of other people, so you are more of a voyeur taking in someone else’s personality and what they would express. Those are harder songs for me to write, and they are also listened to by a committee. Instead of two people writing a song, loving it, and sending it to a manager or producer, this involves sending it to the music director, the director and the book writers. Everyone has to feel like we are all on the same page. That is why it has taken six years to really finish writing the story musically about these characters. It opens at the Old Globe in San Diego in September, and I am really excited for people to see it and hear it. tS: For a longtime Train fan, or someone who has never seen you before, how has the live show evolved over time? PM: We have definitely evolved. This tour is called “Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere,” so people will hear songs from the “Drops of Jupiter” album that they haven’t heard (live) in years. We always try to throw out different covers. My 14-year-old son will join us for a lot of the dates. He is an incredibly talented kid, and we are going to do a Jeff Buckley song. He has everything down. He can play “Grace” on guitar and sing it like Buckley. The production of this summer show is incredible and really cool, and the band sounds better than we ever have. We still play all the songs in the keys that they were written in, which is what you always hope for. As much as we are getting older, we are also getting better.

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rock covers and originals by DJ K Spotter from KPOV’s Day Tripper show. Join us for an evening of great music and community support. It’s Pint Night! $1 of every pint will go to KPOV Radio. 6:30-7:30pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing STEELHEAD &

GUESTS PERFORMING JGB Dance the night away to the music of Jerry Garcia with Bend jam-band favorites StealHead & The Soul Sistahs, plus special guests GBots & The Journeymen on “Jerry Duty.” 7-10pm. $12.24.

Silvermoon Brewing Jerry Garcia Band Night Join us for another Jerry Garcia Band Night at Silver Moon Brewery! Dance the night away to StealHead & The Soul Sistahs, plus special guest Conner Bennet of Company Grand on “Jerry Duty.” 7-10pm. $15. Volcanic Theatre Pub Outdoor Courtyard Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears

Outside in the Courtyard. Genre - Blues / Soul Doors @ 6PM - Show Starts @ 7PM Presale - $25 Door - $35 6pm. $25.

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Stay Golden World Tour 7:30pm.

Hola! - Downtown AROMA Thursdays

Indulge in a full Latin experience. Savor authentic Latin cuisine, sip on delicious handcrafted margaritas, enjoy a complimentary Latin dance lesson and dance to the sounds of DJ SOLO spinning the best Latin beats. Join us every fourth Thursday of the month for an elevated Latin night at Hola! 7:30-11pm. Free.

The Lot Will Grove Will plays a finger style instrumental guitar with harmonic and percussive elements. His music is a wordless place and the vibe brightens the room he plays in. 6-8pm. Free. Mountain Burger Thursday Night Live! Spacley

Sprocket at Mountain Burger for Thursday Night Live! Great music, food & company! 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Desert Howlers Roadhouse Blues, delivering a high-energy, gritty sound that keeps crowds dancing. 6-8pm. Free.

28 Friday The Astro Lounge Live local sounds with

Bevel Craft Brewing Live Music at Bevel Catch talented local artists on the patio, grab a bite from our 4 on-site food carts and enjoy award-winning craft beer, wine, cider and more. Bring friends, relax and make it a weekly tradition. 6-8pm. Free. The Cellar Live Irish Trad Music with The Ballybogs! Live music featuring Bend’s Irish Trad band, The Ballybogs! Every Thursday at The Cellar. Seats fill up, so get there early! 6-8pm. Free.

assorted DJs. Live local sounds from different artists every Friday and Saturday. 10pm-2am. Weekend cover charge.

Bend Cider Co. Big Treble Come listen to

the high energy sounds of Big Treble as they bring the best of rock, blues and country to our backyard garden stage! Enjoy this later summer evening while sipping on award-winning ciders, beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages. Light appetizers available, outside food welcome. Kid and dog-friendly. Free! . Free.

Boneyard Pub FREE LIVE MUSIC: Old Growth Free live music at Boneyard Pub every Friday during Summer in the beer garden. 8/28, Old Growth, 6-8PM. Let It Be Known! 6-8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Star Monster Genre Electronic. Doors @ 8PM. This show is for people 21 and older. 8pm. $26.77.

The Commonwealth Pub Baz Moto Acclaimed all female/minority band Baz Moto covers the hits from all the decades through TODAY—in the most fun way! Baz Moto is a supergroup formed from well-known Portland bands. Party! 8-10pm. Free.

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Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy at Craft with Sam Miller Get ready for an evening of huge laughs with Sam Miller, the comedian who’s proven that just about any occasion is better with laughter. Hailing from Olympia, Washington, Sam has a gift for finding the funny in everyday life, unexpected moments and the beautifully ridiculous experiences we all share. 8-10pm. $15 online. Discovery Corner Plaza Food Cart Friday, Featuring Funk Around & Find Out A lively summer evening filled with great food, live music, and community. Held the last Friday of each month from June through September, this family-friendly event brings toe-tappin’ tunes from rotating local musicians alongside a lineup of food vendors. 5-8pm. Free.

Eurosports Sisters Food Cart Garden

Mortal Soulstice Free live music every Friday night. Please feel free to bring your own chairs as sometimes they run out. 5-7pm. Free.

Frankie’s – formerly Sisters Depot Jimmy

& Dee Fretwell Jimmy Fretwell is an alt-country Americana songwriter whose music feels instantly lived-in. Rooted in folk, country, and American roots traditions, his songs balance timeless songwriting with a fresh, contemporary edge. Jimmy Fretwell performs as a solo artist, duo, or full band, with flexible formats. 6-8pm. $10.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater TRAIN Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere 5:45pm.

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The Astro Lounge Live local sounds with

assorted DJs. Live local sounds from different artists every Friday and Saturday. 10pm-2am. Weekend cover charge.

Bridge 99 Brewery Family-Friendly Karaoke Night Looking for family fun? You’ll find it every Saturday night at Bridge 99 Brewery. Family-friendly karaoke is hosted by DJ Jackie J and A Fine Note Karaoke Too from 6-9 PM. Adults, kids and good dogs welcome. 6-9pm. Free. The Capitol The Dumb & Dirty Comedy Crew

BEND…you’re up! Salt Lake City’s Dumb & Dirty Comedy Crew takes over The Capitol for a filthy, fast-paced night of club-tested stand-up comedy, hosted by Cole Robeson. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm. Check out BeertownComedy. com. Leave your filters at home. 7-9pm. $20.

Cheba Hut Chronic Comics Live Comedy Free Live Comedy Show! Outdoor show featuring Central Oregon’s best comics! 7-9pm. Free. The Commonwealth Pub DYKE NiGHT x NOT YOUR EX LOVER (21+) It’s much anticipated completely and inevitable! It’s the first-ever mash-up with Dyke Night & NOT YOUR EX LOVER! 21+. Expect dykey hotness (and also maybe some arm wrestling?). Free. 8-11:45pm. Craft Kitchen & Brewery Comedy at Craft Kitchen Comedy at Craft Kitchen and Brewery Follow @BitsNSkits for deals and future events! Join Bits N Skits Productions for another night of laughter and delicious food! Enjoy some of Craft’s tasty, made from scratch BBQ paired with a variety of brews and non-alcoholic options as well! “Our brisket is smoked 8-9:30pm. $15-$20.

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The Tuesday Theory New heavy/high desert rock outfit Ephixis debuts with local favorites Speedway Sleeper and Tuesday Theory. 9pm. Free.

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Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy at Craft : with Courtney Stevens Courtney Stevens, the evening’s headliner, is the kind of funny that makes you laugh, blush and question your life choices, sometimes all at once. Equal parts chaos, charm and “did she really just say that?” The show also features comedians Jamon Jamison and Stuart Wilson, and the evening’s host is Ella Theresa. 7-9pm. $15. General Duffy’s Waterhole Niko Moon - VIP Upgrades Moon is an American country and pop singer and songwriter, who's written songs for Dierks Bentley, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts and Morgan Wallen. 8pm. Hayden Homes Amphitheater Mt. Joy 2026: Celebrating 10 Years Of Mt. Joy After nearly a decade of touring and recording three critically acclaimed albums, the five-piece reached new heights in 2024, selling out New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Greek Theater in Los Angeles, Denver’s Red Rocks Amphitheater, and more. 7:30pm. $73-$219. Open Space Event Studios IMPROV SHOWCASE 500 3rd Anniversary by Bend Institute of Comedy Celebrate three years of Bend Institute of Comedy! Our anniversary showcase debuts a bold new format: real audience stories transformed live by our brilliantly funny cast. Founder John Breen (Conan O'Brien, Portlandia) hosts. Don't miss this milestone night of true stories, big laughs and improv magic. 7:30-9:15pm. $22.

M&J Tavern Mougli & the Blues w/ Kill Line

and ShovelBelt WolfPack unite! Mougli & the Blues brings a new local rock/metal band to the scene, Kill Line, with support from ShovelBelt for a party to end the August summer season. Don’t forget to bring ‘yer mom! Free but please don’t forget to tip the bands. 9pm. Free.

Over the Edge Taphouse Chasin’ Bandits

LIVE! Chasin’ Bandits play country and rock favorites, this talented band brings energy, fun, and unforgettable entertainment to every show. Chasin’ Bandits has something for everyone. OTE’s venue has spectacular views, food carts, full bar and lottery! 6-9pm. Free.

River’s Place Saturday Jazz Sessions Jack Krouscup 5 ~ Wide variety of jazz standards from The Great American Songbook 6-8pm. Free. Silver Moon Brewing Paper Flowers: Remembering Fleetwood Mac (Outdoor Stage) Operating under a loose definition of “tribute band,” Paper Flowers evokes the feeling of a live performance duringc Fleetwood Mac’s heyday; around the time of their seminal release, Rumours! 7-10pm. $17.59. Volcanic Theatre Pub Slow Goat, Spina, and

Elk Witch Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents: Slow Goat, Spina, and Elk Witch. Genre - Doom Metal Rock Night. Presale: $15. Door: $20. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

30 Sunday Bend Cider Co. The Leesome Band The Lee-

some Band, a husband-and-wife duo, play a mix of covers and originals with Mike on guitar and lead vocals, while Nikki backs him up with sweet harmonies. Enjoy this late summer evening sipping on award-winning cider, beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages. Light appetizers available, outside food welcome. Kid and dog-friendly. Free! 5-7pm. Free.

Boneyard Pub LeftSlide free Rock show Boneyards “End of summer” group motorcycle ride, finishing at the brew pub. Swampy, thrashy raw loud rock to cap it all off. Slug some cold beers and bang yer’ heads. 3-5pm. Free. Brooks Street Boat House Sunday Jazz on the Patio with Sean Alan & Jazz On The Side Singer, songwriter and keyboardist Sean blends diverse musical influences into a smooth, romantic sound. His soulful crooner-style vocals, accompanied by some of Central Oregon’s finest jazz musicians, create a warm and memorable live music experience. Family-friendly. 5-7pm. Free.

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The Commonwealth Pub Shineola Singalong Shineola has one main goal: get the audience singing at the top of their lungs! From popular rock to timeless choruses, anthem classics to generations old folk songs from the commonwealth, come and experience the magic of CHORUS THERAPY! Free. 4-6pm.

Brewery Beer Garden The husband/wife duo Fluffalove is Nancy Terzian (formerly of The Westerleys) and Kye Kennedy (formerly of Human Radio, currently in Juju Eyeball and and Superball). They play “music for the soul” consisting primarily of 70’s folk-rock gems. Their “Laurel Canyon” vibe includes two acoustic guitars and tight harmonies. 4pm. Free.

GoodLife Brewing Live Music in the GoodLife Beer Garden Free Live Music in GoodLife’s Beergarden every Sunday 4-6 and Tuesday 6-8. Full Kitchen, Full Bar, Food Trucks, Playground, Kids Menu, GOOD VIBES! 4-6pm. Free. River’s Place Rogue City Renegades Sunday Solo is going rogue with the 4 piece Rogue City Renegades. This American folk rock band combines soaring virtuosic guitar solos, a rhythm section dripping with emotion and soul creating an infectious vibe for dancing & singing along 6-8pm. Free. Silver Moon Brewing Horse Feathers & Guests Horse Feathers has created an album that differs enough from its predecessors to suggest that the cat might get out of the bag. 6-9pm. $22.94. <CharacterSytle:Ticket>BTICK<CharacterStyle:> Volcanic Theatre Pub Outdoor Courtyard 76th Street Outside in the Volcanic

Courtyard. Genre - Indie Pop Rock. Doors @ 6PM - Show Starts @ 7PM Presale - $25 Door - $35 7pm. $25.

31 Monday The Commonwealth Pub Musician’s Open Showcase Hosted by The Session Calling all musicians! Come by Monday nights for a special opportunity to share your talent, connect with other artists and perform in a welcoming, collaborative and music-loving atmosphere. Hosted by The Session. Full backline provided, just bring instruments and chords. Signups at 5, music starts at 6. 5-9pm. Free.

better!!! 9pm to Midnight. SupaFly will be your Dj. Bring your own vinyl and sign up to add it to the Playlist or pick from hers. 9pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Karaoke Karaoke in the pub of VTP! Every Tuesday, 7pm - late 7pm. Free.

2 Wednesday

1 Tuesday The Cellar Open Mic Open Mic is hosted by

Mari of the band, Mari & The Dream! This is an intimate night of sharing music in a welcoming environment and supportive community. 6-8pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Open

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

Elements Public House Trivia (&Taco) Tuesdays Quiz fans of Redmond: bring the crew this week for UKB live trivia & more! Delicious menu favorites, brews, cocktails, plus Taco Tuesday menu! Players will compete for gift card prizes or play just for fun. Bring good vibes and a pen. 6:30pm. Free. GoodLife Brewing Live Music in the GoodLife Beer Garden Free Live Music in GoodLife’s Beergarden every Sunday 4-6 and Tuesday 6-8. Full Kitchen, Full Bar, Food Trucks, Playground, Kids Menu, GOOD VIBES! 6-8pm. Free. Initiative Brewing - The Hub Bingo at

Initiative in Redmond! Randy is hosting Central Oregon’s “semi-pro” bingo legend, for a fun night with real cash prizes. Great food, cold drinks, and a good time—all while supporting the Redmond Senior Center! 5:30-7:30pm. Free.

M&J Tavern Karaoke Sign-ups start at 8pm! 8pm-1:15am. Free.

The Astro Lounge Karaoke with Christina

Christina Karafun catalog gives one thousands of songs to sing to. Great sound system and brand new wireless mics. Drink specials during the event. 9pm-1am. Free.

Black Butte Ranch - Lakeside Activity Center NTT Live NTT is absolutely the best

boomer trio you’ve never heard of! Deb, Chris and Kevin bring high energy to memorable rock, blues and folk tunes you rarely hear in a live performance. With combined stage experience of over 50 years, their music has been described as “nuanced, tasteful and tight.” 5-7pm. Free.

The Capitol Karaoke Drink specials! Air gui-

tars! People should definitely check this out for themselves. 8pm-1am. Free.

The Coyote Partner & Line Dance Lessons

at The Coyote Join us for fun dance lessons on Wednesdays at The Coyote in downtown Bend! Partner dance lessons from 6–7pm with Seth and McKenna. No partner or experience needed. Beginner-friendly line-dance lessons follow from 7–8pm with Alex Reininger. Learn two fun dances in one hour. Come solo and connect in a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy great energy, a spacious dance floor, food, drinks, mocktails, pool tables and TVs. 6-8pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy Open Mic Night Open mic comedy on Bend’s NE side. Come down, eat some BBQ, drink some drinks and be prepared to laugh. 7:30-9pm. Free. Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Sidney

Joseph Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music in our garden from 6-8pm. 6-8pm. Free.

Tuesday at Mountain Burger! Free to play! Prizes & fun every Tuesday! 7:30-9pm. Free.

Hosmer Bar Trivia Night Brainy banter and cold drinks! Whether one is a seasoned quiz champ or just in it for the laughs, gather the crew and test everyone’s knowledge! 7-9pm. Free.

Put a Cork In It LIVE MUSIC - Beverly Ander-

M&J Tavern Musicians Open Mic All Musicians

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

Midtown Yacht Club Bingo For Bunnies!

Mountain Burger Trivia Tuesdays Trivia

son! UNCORKED TUESDAY! Come listen to the amazing Beverly Anderson at Put A Cork In It on Monday, Sept. 1 from 6-8pm. 6-8pm.

Rogue City Renegades

welcome to the downtown living room! Sign-ups start at 6pm. Set up and ready to go by 6:30pm. You bring instrument, your band and your friends. Goes until last call or last musician, which ever happens first. 21 and over. 6:30pm. Free.

Bingo For Bunnies! is an exciting series of bingo nights at Midtown Yacht Club in Bend, hosted by Ember’s Bunny Rescue. Come play bingo, grab food and drinks, and support the rabbits, All proceeds go directly to support the rabbits in the rescue’s care. 6-8pm.

Northside Bar & Grill Mellow Wednesday Open Mic Night Open mic night hosted by Derek Michael Marc! 5:30-8pm. Free. Portello Lounge Music Bingo Music Bingo is

hosted by the always entertaining Rachel Fishman, who keeps the crowd singing and laughing all night! It’s the perfect bonus to a night out enjoying great food, drinks and good company at Portello! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Prost! - Bend Wednesday Trivia Fun at Prost!

Bend 7pm Useless Knowledge Bowl is a live trivia & more, no AI here! People can team up with friends for some casual fun, enjoy authentic food favorites, biers and more. Feed the brain and the belly! 7-9pm. Free.

The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse One Off Wednesdays On Special Wednesdays we will have special events! Dirty Jazz with Wolfhouse Records, Shakespeare at the Lake and more! Check back for the latest! JUN 17: Wolfhouse Jazz | 6-8pm, Outside, Free JUN 24: Johnny Franco | 6-8pm, Outside, Free JUL 01 : Wolfhouse Jazz | 6-8pm, Outside, Free JUL 6-8pm. $0. Rogue City Renegades play River’s Place on Sunday, Aug. 30.

MUSIC

Coyote Rider Kat Hilst, Kim Kelley and Tim Coffey perform original folk-Americana songs crafted for timeless storytelling with roots-driven sound and powerful harmonies. Mon, May 25, 11am-1pm, Sat, July 4, 11am-1pm, Sun, July 12, 11am-1pm, Sun, July 19, 11am-1pm, Sun, Aug. 16, 11am-1pm and Sat, Aug. 29, 11am-1pm. CHOW, 1110 NW Newport Ave., Bend. Free.

DANCE

Adult Ballet Class Learn or rediscover the art of ballet on Tuesday nights! Adult Ballet is an open-level class for adult learners and dancers. Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 and 6:45-7:45pm. Academie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4055. dance@abcbend. com. Price varies. Adult Jazz Dance Community Class

Intermediate-level adult jazz drop-in dance classes. Friendly, supportive atmosphere. Get your dance on! Fridays, 12:15-1:45pm. Acadamie De Ballet Classique, 1900 NE 3rd St #104, Bend. Contact: 408-857-6773. jcliff@gmail.com. $10.

Belly Dance Classes, all levels welcome Expand your movement language by

learning a variety of Belly Dance styles + build strength, grace, confidence, & community. Classes include a great workout, yoga, professional technique, functional fitness approach for alignment, longevity, & safety in movement and body. Performance opportunities for those who desire Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30pm and Thursdays, 5:15-6:30pm. Private Studio, ., Bend. Contact: www.templetribalfusion.com/dance-bend. $20.

Boots & Brews at Worthy Brewing

Country line dance lessons 6-7pm. Two-step dance lessons 7-8pm. Open dancing 8-9pm. Food & drink specials. Family-friendly patio atmosphere. Tuesdays, 7-8pm. Through Sept. 30. Worthy Brewing - Main Pub and Brewery, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Contact: howdy@swingnline. com. Free.

Tango in Bend Learn and dance Argentine

Tango. Whether a beginner or an experienced dancer, the community welcomes all. First class is free! 6:30 - Intermediate Class. 7:15 - Beginners Class. 8:30 - Practice for all. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 818-207-1363. info@tangoinbend.com. $10 class & practice, $5 practice only.

FILM EVENTS

Summer Cinema Series at Juniper Preserve As the sun dips behind the high-des-

ert horizon, families gather beneath the open sky for a relaxed evening of film and fresh air. Bring snacks and a blanket for this cozy, free movie night series, which starts at 8pm on the trailhead lawn. Saturdays, 8-9:30pm. Through Sept. 5. Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend. Contact: 5416935388. info@juniperpreserve. com. Free.

ARTS + CRAFTS

Art in the Park Join local artist Anastasia Zielinski for a creative evening in Drake Park exploring plein-air drawing! Learn oil pastel techniques while drawing directly from life amid Central Oregon’s stunning riverside views. All supplies provided — bring a chair or blanket. Perfect for beginners to seasoned artists. Come get inspired by nature! Aug. 26, 5:30-7pm. FREAK’N ART, 1265 NW Wall st., Bend. Contact: 541-5087438. hellofreaknart@gmail.com. 60.00. Art Play Toddlers and preschoolers dive into process-based art through sensory stations, open-ended exploration, and hands-on creative play. Ages 2-5 Thursdays-Saturdays, 10-11am. Two Suns Art Studio + MakerSpace, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-892-6471. taylor@ twosunsartstudio.com. $25.

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DIYcave.

connection hosted by Katie from Wool Town. Whether a seasoned knitter or just a beginner, this welcoming gathering is the perfect place to unwind, learn, and create alongside others. Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month, 6-8pm. Teal Tea & Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St. Ste101, Bend. Contact: info@bendteal.com. Free.

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Knit Night A cozy evening of creativity and

Lavender Wreath-making at the farm

Create a beautiful, fragrant lavender wreath with a freshly-harvested bouquet from our fields! This beginner-friendly workshop is a fun, hands-on way to take a piece of the farm home with you. Registration includes all materials and lavender to make your own unique six-inch wreath. Aug. 29, 10-11:30am. Tumalo Lavender, 19825 Connarn Road, Bend. Contact: tamar@tumalolavender.com. $60.

Let’s Paint Mountain Watercolor Class

Learn how to cut metal and MIG weld on Tuesday, Sept. 1 at DIYcave.

ARTIST TALK Join artists Kathleen Caprario,

Sarah Grew, Sandra Honda, and Mei-ling Lee for a conversation exploring the impacts of climate change in Central Oregon, where drought, wildfire, heat domes, and other extreme events are reshaping the landscape and daily life. Aug. 27, 5:30pm. Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. $15.

Bead Suncatchers Learn from Carleton Manor Mosaics & Friends and create a dazzling Beaded Suncatcher that sparkles with every breeze and catches the light beautifully! No experience necessary. Aug. 27, 5:30-7pm. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@bendteal.com. $50. Crochet Café Fancy Nancy will be the host at

Fancywork Yarn Shop. This 2-hour hook session is designed specifically to foster community among the crochet crew. All skill levels are welcome in this weekly drop-in event. Thursdays, 1-3pm. Fancywork Yarn Shop, 200 NE Greenwood Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-323-8686. hello@fancywork.com. Free.

Fall Mushroom Watercolor Learn to water-

color paint a toadstool mushroom with florals in Autumn color tones. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists. Sept. 2, 5:30-7:30pm. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@bendteal.com. $50.

Free Teen Open Art Hours Teens ages 13-

18 are welcome to join every Tuesday & Thursday between 3pm-7pm for Free Open Art Hours where they will have access to art supplies, musical instruments, a sewing station, and plenty of space for your creative projects with the support of creative mentors. Registration required. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 3-7pm. The Open Arts Center, 999 NE 2nd St, Bend, OR 97701, Bend. Contact: 9787714635. claire@theopenartscenter.org. Free.

Furniture Making 101: 4-week course

Master core aspects of furniture making while crafting a simple yet robust and beautiful hardwood stool. This four-week class takes students through the complete process of creating a piece of furniture. Students will gain advanced skills in project planning and will use nearly every woodshop machine. Mondays, 6-8pm. Through Aug. 31. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave.com. $539.

Fused Glass 101 - Slumping: Optical Illusion Dish In this class, you’ll create

a visually striking glass plate using colorful glass stringers arranged in a way that creates a dynamic optical illusion effect. While the finished piece looks complex and dimensional, the process is approachable and guided step-by-step, making it a great introduction to fused glass techniques. Sept. 1, 6-8:30pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave.com. $169.

Fused Glass Casting - Hearts Design and create nine unique fused‑glass hearts using colorful frit and simple casting molds. Explore color blending and texture in this beginner‑friendly class. Participants can leave their pieces to be kiln‑fired for later pickup. It’s a fun, meaningful way to slow down and make something personal. Aug. 26, 6-8pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@ diycave.com. $124.

Intro to Lapidary - Learn to Make a Cabochon Learn the complete process of

transforming stone into a smooth, finished cabochon. You’ll begin by selecting a slab, then plan your design and trim it to shape on the saw. From there, you’ll move to the cabbing machine to grind, sand, and polish your piece ready for jewelry or crafts. Tuesdays-Thursdays-Saturdays, 4-6pm. Through Sept. 29. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave.com. $129.

Intro to MIG Welding Learn begin-

ner‑friendly metal cutting and MIG welding as you safely use a plasma cutter, prep steel, and practice welding techniques. Build confidence with guided hands‑on time and leave with a finished piece. No experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to try something new. Sept. 1, 6-8pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave. com. $129.

Jacqueline Newbold Watercolors

Watercolorist Jacqueline Newbold features her vibrant landscapes filled with dramatic skies, fields of flowers, and rows of lavender in the hotel lobby through the month of April. Mondays-Sundays, 9am-9pm. Through Aug. 31. The Oxford Hotel, 10 Northwest Minnesota Avenue, Bend. Contact: 541-382-8436. Free.

Jewelry Workshop - Bezel Setting Pendant or Ring Get ready for a fun, creative workshop! You’ll begin by learning how to create a bezel that fits your stone perfectly. Next, you’ll solder the bezel to a backplate, then proceed to cut, file, burnish, and polish your piece. Options for Pendants or Rings. Aug. 29, 10am-3:30pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5416683074. classes@diycave.com. $269 + material costs.

Jewelry Workshop: Hoop & Stud Earrings - Learn To Solder! Design and

craft two pairs of stud or hoop earrings, and get introduced to essential metalsmithing techniques such as cutting, filing, texturing, soldering and oxidizing silver. We’ll explore recycling scrap silver and provide a variety of stamps and design options to personalize pieces. Leave with two pairs of earrings and new skills. Sept. 2, 6-8pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave.com. $129 + material costs.

Two women founders. Two skills. One unforgettable evening. Saveria, founder of AdventurUs, will teach what squiggly lines on a map, aka topography lines, actually mean. Then, Sarah, founder of Bend Tea and Art Lounge, will guide participants in painting those same contours into a watercolor piece to take home. Aug. 27, 6-8pm. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@ bendteal.com. $55.

Open Art Nights Bring your art supplies and

make art with your new creative community! No registration required, just show up with an open mind and willingness to create and connect. 18+. Questions? Email brian@theopenartscenter. org Tuesdays, 6-9pm. The Open Arts Center, 999 NE 2nd Street, Bend. Contact: 978-771-4635. brian@theopenartscenter.org. Free.

Open Horizons Artists Jan Dow and Pamela Beaverson exhibit paintings that begin with exploration. Whether by foot or kayak, each spends time in the landscapes they create. Join them for First Friday Art Walk on August 7, 5-7 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 9am-5pm and Fri, Aug. 7, 5-7pm. Through Aug. 31. Premiere Property Group, 25 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-241-6860. Free.

Painting in Fiber Learn how to make a fiber-based landscape “painting” by layering sheer and semi-transparent materials can build color, depth and atmosphere. Registration required. This class is intended for adults. Sept. 2, 2-3:30pm. La Pine Library, 16425 1st St, La Pine. Contact: 5412413395. emilyc@deschuteslibrary. org. Free. SAA 4th Friday Artwalk in Sisters, OR, All-Day 10am-7pm Visit the Art Galleries of Sisters for great time, beautiful art, good company, demonstrations, restaurants and sponsoring food venues during and following the walk. Fourth Friday of every month, 10am-7pm. Through Nov. 27. Downtown Sisters, Hood Avenue., Sisters. Contact: 541-719-8581. events@ sistersartsassociation.org. Free.

Studio Tours at Pine Meadow Ranch

Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts and Agriculture invites community members to engage with our current Artists in Residence. Guests will be guided on a tour of the studios, where resident artists are experimenting, conducting research, and developing new work during their time at the Ranch. Aug. 27, 5-6:30pm. Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Rd., Sisters. Contact: 5419040700. moriah@ roundhousefoundation.org. Free.

Tradition Lives: Kreitzer Fine Art Gallery Opening Tradition Lives: A professional

for 60 years, Contemporary Realist Painter David Kreitzer exhibits translucent, sparkling water images as well as the figure, koi, fantasy, and Mid West Heritage. Kreitzer paints healing masterpieces of peace and beauty in the style of the old masters- with sold-out shows at Maxwell Galleries. Thu, July 2, 1-5:30pm and Fridays-Sundays, 1-5:30pm. Through Oct. 31. David Kreitzer Fine Art Gallery and Studio, 20214 Archie Briggs Rd, Bend. Contact: 8052342048. jkreitze@icloud. com. Free.

Welding 102: Make your own Project (4 weeks) Build your MIG welding skills while

designing and fabricating a custom project in this four‑week course. Get guidance on materials, joints and technique, plus dedicated shop time to work. Perfect for makers ready to level up their welding. DIYcave members save 20%. Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Through Aug. 26. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave.com. $499.

Wood Turning 101 - Introduction to Turning on the Wood Lathe Learn the

basics of the wood lathe, one of the most popular tools in the wood shop. In this class, students will create an object from beginning to end, which involves mounting a wood blank to the lathe, rounding, shaping, sanding and finishing. Aug. 26, 6-9pm. Learn wood‑lathe basics as you mount, shape, sand, and finish a turned project like a bottle opener or bud vase. This beginner‑friendly class teaches safe lathe operation and essential shaping tools. Complete it and earn your DIYcave lathe certification so you can start creating on your own. Wed, Aug. 5, 6-9pm and Wed, Aug. 26, 6-9pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave.com. 139.

Wood Turning 102 - Introduction to Bowls One of the most popular uses of the

wood lathe is to make beautiful bowls and platters. Each student will start with a bowl blank and create a small bowl from start to finish. Sept. 2, 6-8:30pm. DIYcave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 5413882283. classes@diycave. com. $139.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

Comparing Solar Quotes Webinar Solar Oregon In this free webinar, Solar Or-

egon will answer questions about how grid-tied solar energy and battery systems work, share information about incentives that save residents money and review the key elements in a solar quote. Please RSVP to Receive the Webinar Link at www.tinyurl.com/CSQaug26. Aug. 28, 1-2pm. Contact: laura@solaroregon.org. Free.

Sawmill Demonstration Full steam ahead!

See the 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action for the final time this summer. Learn how lumber was processed on-the-go at the turn of the century. Aug. 27, Noon-3pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-382-4754. info@ highdesertmuseum.org. Free with admission.

The Spaciousness of Change Artist Talk Join artists Kathleen Caprario, Sarah Grew, Sandra Honda and Mei-ling Lee for a conversation exploring the impacts of climate change in Central Oregon, where drought, wildfire, heat domes and other extreme events are reshaping the landscape and daily life. Aug. 27, 5:307:30pm. Scalehouse Gallery, 550 NW Franklin Ave, Bend. Contact: 5413621288. info@scalehouse.org. Please pay what you can. $0-50..

THEATER

Angels in America (Theater) The most

ambitious American play of our time: an epic that switches between realism and fantasy, from the tragedy of AIDS to the camp comedy of drag queens to the death or at least the absconding of God. From Bend’s only professional theater that brought you ONCE and Great Comet! 7 pm on Thu, Aug. 27; Fri, Aug. 28; Sat, Aug. 29; Sun, Aug. 30; Thu, Sept. 3; Fri, Sept. 4; and Sat, Sept. 5. The Greenhouse Cabaret, 1017 NE 2nd St., Bend. Contact: info@thegreenhousecabaret.com. $19-79.

WORDS

Current Fiction Book Club Join in a discussion of “The Things We Never Say” by Elizabeth Strout. Sept. 2, 6-7pm. We will be discussing The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny: A Novel by Kiran Desai. Sept. 2, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. events@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

AUGUST 29

THE LAST WOODY! One day only One last pour One final toast

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The Last Woody A Final Toast

Saturday, Aug 29, Noon-9pm

One day only. One last pour. One final Woody.

After years of gnomes, growlers, barrel-aged magic, and unforgettable pours, 2026 marks the final Little Woody. We’re going out the only way we know how — one perfect day, raising a glass to the brewers, distillers, partners, and fans who made this festival what it was. This is your last chance to sip it, savor it, and celebrate it.

PRICING

Schedule:

Purchase a tasting package to sample beer, cider, wine and more! Additional drink tokens can be purchased at the event for $1. Samples range from 2-6 tokens.

$5

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For the gnomies who are not drinking but still want to join the fun.

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12pm

Little Woody Opens + Bend Beer run kicks off

1pm

Costume Contest

4pm

Fiary Tale Trivia

5:30pm Worlds Funniest Gnome 7pm

Live Music: Pete Kartsounes

8pm

Live Music: Electric Street Sign

Includes "The Last Woody" tasting glass and 10 tokens. Glass available while supplies last!

IC S U M E LIV Pete Kartsounes 7pm

Electric Street Sign 8pm

what’s on tap 2 Towns

Cellar Series - Barrel Aged Blackberry Raspberry

Juicy blackberries and tart raspberries are perfectly balanced by a rich, barrel-aged foundation.

14th Anniversary Cider

Washington Dolgo Crabapple juice and an heirloom Oregon apple blend.

Hopworks

Istatiable Fresh Hop IPA

West Coast IPA featuring Fresh Centenial Hops

Huckle Beary Cream Ale

Ale made with Huckleberries & Blackberries

Sunriver Brewing Cardamom Latte Imperial Stout

Boneyard Beer Bone Dry Lager

This Gueuze Lambic is a sour golden ale created from a blend of wild fermentation projects aged in our cellar for several years with Oregon peaches.

Neighbors with Attitude Barrel Aged Black Barleywine

Bone Dry is a light lager that is crisp, crushable, and refreshing. Made with pilsner malt, flaked rice, flaked corn along with Tettnang and Sonnet hops.

Deschutes Brewery Black Butte Anniversary XXXVIII

Imperial Porter aged in Port barrels for deep, dark berry flavor & aroma. Oregon cranberries add tartness and mingle with notes of chocolate and orange peel to create a smooth, layered, and balanced release.

King Crispy

"Winner of the Bitburger™ Challenge, a world-class competition that brings the top pilsners head-to-head. Effortlessly crushable, this pilsner is your go-to for refreshment."

Fire On The Mountain Brewing Smokey Oatey Oakey Dokey

We blended imperial stout aged more than a year in 8-year Kentucky bourbon barrels with our award-winning Chocolate Milk Stout, Cocoa Cow. Finished with BACKPORCH COFFEE, cardamom, and vanilla beans, this decadent fusion delivers waves of FRESHLY ROASTED COFFEE, toasted oak, warming spice, and velvety sweetness — rich, indulgent, and impossibly smooth.

Double Barrelled Bourbon Stout

This imperial stout was aged for one year in 8-year Kentucky bourbon barrels before being carefully transferred into exceptional 16-year Kentucky bourbon barrels for a second year of maturation. The extended time in oak yields a remarkably layered stout, revealing waves of dark chocolate, caramelized sugar, toasted oak, and refined bourbon warmth. Deep, structured, and endlessly complex.

Three Creeks

Dubbel Trouble Bourbon Aged Belgian Ale

Aged in Trails End Bourbon, this Collab with TPK is a Critical Hit!

Rye Aged 10 Pine Double Chocolate Porter

Aged for 2 years in Rye Barrels, Heavy dosing of Belgian Chcocolate

UPP Liquids Steep Dreams

Barrel Aged Russian Imperial Stout with Tea

Pinball Wizard Oatmeal Stout

A smooth and smokey tavern ale aged on oak.

The Full Fremonti

A crisp and refreshing, dry hopped, pilsner.

Van Henion Double IPA

pFriem Druif Rouge

Druif Rouge is our latest foray into the world of wine grapes. We paired our Lambic-inspired ale, aged in French oak barrels, with Pinot Noir grapes from our friends at Trisaetum Winery. The happy result is Druif Rouge, featuring aromas of watermelon and dark berries, with notes of juniper, plum, and kiwi. Enjoy the union of grape and grain!

Tropical Hazy

Take it easy with this tropical paradise in a can, brimming with luscious notes of pineapple, mango, and passion fruit.

The aromatics are tropical and piney, making this beer a classis West Coast Double IPA.

Wild Ride Brewing Cuvee Dark Lager

A blend of a German Doppelblock and a Czech Dark Lager aged a Four Spirits Rum Barrel for 1 year. Nuances of rum soaked dark chocolate.

One Way Ticket

This German Style Lager features Spalt Select Hops from our friends at Crosby Hops. Expect notes of rich b___ and warm grain, alongside a subtle spi_____

Whiskey Tent Journey through the bold world of distilled spirits, with tastings that promise a warm, spirited adventure. Check out the spirits our gnomes will be pouring at this year’s event!

Brown Sugar Bourbon

Brown Sugar Bourbon tastes both sweet and indulgent, featuring strong notes of cinnamon and brown sugar that create a classic whiskey warmth.

Crater Lake Rye

Just a straight-up, no-frills American whiskey. Forget the fancy trimmings, the collector’s hype, and the pretentious tasting notes; it’s not about toffee this or spicy that. This is your wind-down, sit-back-with-friends kind of whiskey. It does feature rich toffee notes and just the right amount of peppery spice that defines all great rye whiskies. 80 Proof.

Oregon Spirit Distillers Bourbon Whiskey

Oregon Spirit Distillers Bourbon Whiskey is a four grain bourbon made with corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley. This whiskey is made and aged for four years on site in Bend, Oregon. After four years of maturation in new American white oak barrels, the barrels are married and a touch of water is added to bring our whiskey to 94 proof.

Three Chord Amplify Rye

Three Chord Amplify Rye features the grain-forward (almost grassy) character of young Kentucky rye and more refined, deeper flavors of older Indiana rye. The two whiskeys are blended in a large tank before re-barreling for 2-6 months. At 95 proof, Amplify Rye expresses a remarkable depth of rye character that offers complexity, elegance, and balance. 95 Proof.

Freeland Bourbon

Paying homage to the American South and to Meemaw Freeland, the namesake of Freeland Spirits. Soft caramel, vanilla and spice dance into the whiskey from charred American oak barrels. A final rest in Oregon’s Elk Cove Pinot Noir barrels adds an element of Pacific Northwest terroir. 90 Proof.

Broken Top Mountain Whiskey

A unique blend of Bourbon whiskeys boasting a custom mash bill and cut by the Cascades. Featuring and aroma of oak and caramel with subtle hints of vanilla, allspice, and wheatgrass. Nutty notes hit the palate intertwined with leather and cedar cigar box undertones before a spirit-forward floral finish accented by dried fruits. 88 Proof.

George Dickel Rye Whisky

Delve into a captivating rye experience with George Dickel Rye Whisky. This top-notch rye whisky combines George Dickel’s renowned craftsmanship with the spicy kick of rye, creating a dram that is both familiar and refreshingly unique. George Dickel Rye Whisky offers an enticing array of flavors. It greets the palate with a bold spiciness characteristic of rye grains, balanced by sweet notes of caramel and vanilla derived from its time spent in charred oak barrels. Further sips reveal underlying notes of dark fruits and a hint of mint, culminating in a rich, smooth finish.

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Finish with a Little Woody Tasting Glass and 6 tokens for the beer or cider of your choice! In addition to your four Beer Run beer stops along the route – your Beer Run registration now includes free entry into The Little Woody festival. Sip your beer while listening to live music, play some games or stay and enjoy some barrel-aged brews.

CHECK IN

Get your bib and get ready to race. Check in and late registration will begin at 11am on Sat, Aug 29 outside of the Commons Café located at 875 NW Brooks St.

START

The start line for the Bend Beer Run is now outside of the Commons Café in downtown Bend. The race will start promptly at noon on Sat, Aug 29.

THE COURSE

This 5K course is not timed. Enjoy the journey through downtown Bend as you sample the four different beers from local breweries along the way!

FINISH

The finish line will take you straight into the Little Woody festival. Grab your tasting package as you cross the finish and join the barrel-aged fun!

ABOUT OUR BENEFICIARY:

A portion of proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to our gracious host, the Deschutes Historical Society! ABOUT THE DESCHUTES HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Little Woody is proud to donate a portion of its proceeds to the Deschutes Historical Museum. Founded in 1975, the Deschutes Historical Museum preserves, promotes and celebrates the history of the beautiful region of Deschutes County. Encompassing Bend, Redmond, La Pine, Sisters, Terrebonne and Tumalo, the historical museum is an important institution for celebrating the past and protecting the future of Central Oregon. The museum and community center is dedicated to education, research and appreciation for the unique local history of Deschutes County, and to build a living legacy that grows with each new generation.

General Admission: $10 Senior: $8 17 years or younger: Free Museum Members: Free

129 NW Idaho Ave, Bend, OR 541-389-1813 | deschuteshistory.org Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4:30pm

EVENTS

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CALENDAR Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe

Quiet Writing Time Bring personal work,

Volunteers will gain a behind-the-scenes look into the career of wildlife rehabilitation, what it takes to run a wildlife hospital, care for wildlife ambassadors, educate the public about wildlife coexistence, and more. Please contact volunteer@thinkwildco.org to RSVP Last Saturday of every month, 1-2pm. Think Wild, 62410 Erickson Road, Bend. Contact: 541-241-6538. volunteer@ thinkwildco.org. Free.

GROUPS + MEETUPS

7th Annual Summer’s End Motorcycle Ride This is the 7th Annual Boneyard “Summer’s

End” Motorcycle Ride. Register day of at 9am at Boneyard Pub, kickstands up at 10:30am. $65 per rider includes breakfast, lunch, t-shirt & more. Live music post ride with Leftslide. Proceeds benefit Parkinson’s Resources of OR. Aug. 30, 9am-5pm. Boneyard Pub, 1955 NE Division St., Bend. Contact: 541-241-7184. info@Boneyardbeer.com. $65.

Rediscovered Reads Book Club We will discuss French Exit by Patrick DeWitt. Aug. 26, 6-7pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. events@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free. Summer Sale It’s time for a summer sale!

Help make room for Roundabout’s upcoming expansion with a summer sale from Friday, August 28th to Monday, August 31st. The sale includes hardcovers, paperbacks, puzzles, gift items, and more! Aug. 28-31, 10am-5pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. events@roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

Summer Sale & Late Night Shopping

It’s time for a summer sale! The sale includes hardcovers, paperbacks, puzzles, gift items, and more! Aug. 28, 5-8pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. events@roundaboutbookshop.com.

Writing Wednesdays at the OAC An

evening of writing, connection, and creativity. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: Poetry Workshop; 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: Writing Workshop. Open to adults 18+, all levels welcome. Email: claire@ theopenartscenter.org Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. The Open Arts Center, 999 NE 2nd Street, Bend. Contact: 978-771-4635. claire@theopenartscenter.org. Free.

Writing Whole Workshop: A Gentle Practice For Anyone Who Writes

In-person workshop for anyone who writes, or wants to, and is curious about what it might feel like to bring more ease and presence into that practice. Explore writing as a relationship rather than a task. There’s no manuscript required, and no experience necessary. Aug. 29, 10-11:30am. Hanai Foundation, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend. Contact: nicole@nicolemeier.com. $45.

ETC.

Tea Tasting with AL Discover the world of

tea one sip at a time with our monthly Tea Tasting with Al experience! Whether you’re a longtime tea enthusiast or just beginning your tea journey, this welcoming tasting is the perfect way to expand your palate, learn something new and find your next favorite tea! Sept. 2, Noon-1pm. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@bendteal.com. Free (please RSVP).

Think Wild Youth Volunteer Program Ages 8-13 Open to all 8-13 year olds!

W ‍ hat’s Brewing—The Trail Economy Last chance (this year) to take the two-hour “How to Roll a Kayak” class on Thursday, Aug. 27 through Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

2026 Bend Beer Run A scenic, untimed 5K route through Drake Park and downtown Bend, along the beautiful Deschutes River. Four craft beer stops and an entry to entry to The Little Woody Festival. Aug. 29, Noon. The Commons Cafe & Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. $45. Airshow Festival Attendees will enjoy aerobatic performances, live music, local vendors, a car show, and delicious food and libations. Aug. 28, 1-11pm and Aug. 29, 9am-4:30pm. Madras Airport, 2028 NW Airport Way, Madras. Prices vary. Airshow Kick Off Party Enjoy live music, snacks and drinks in a preparatory fashion for the Airshow that happens the next day. Aug. 27, 5:30-8pm. Madras Airport, 2028 NW Airport Way, Madras. $10-$15. Beginner SUP class Held on the De-

schutes River in the Old Mill District, this class is designed to help you build confidence while exploring Central Oregon’s scenic waterways. You’ll learn essential paddle strokes, refine maneuvering skills, improve balance, and practice key safety techniques. Open to participants aged 15 and older. Sundays, 10am-Noon Through Aug. 30. Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way Suite 6, Bend. Contact: 541-317-9407. info@tumalocreek.com. $65/person.

Cascades Futurity and Aged Event Experience the West’s premier cutting

horse competitions as elite riders and horses compete for over $680,000 in payouts and prizes. Cutting is one of the most exciting western equine sports, where horse and rider work together to separate a single cow from the herd using instinct, athleticism and precision. Sept. 1-13, 8am-8pm. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, Redmond. Contact: info@cascadesfuturity.com. Free.

Kayak Roll Classes Whether you’re new to whitewater kayaking or returning after a break, Tumalo Creek’s two hour roll clinics are a great way to start. Held on the Deschutes, you’ll practice in real river conditions and learn everything from basic equipment to executing the roll. Immersion gear is available upon request. Every other Thursday, 5pm. Through Aug. 27. Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way Suite 6, Bend. Contact: 541-317-9407. info@ tumalocreek.com. $75/person. SkyBall SKYBALL at Pine Nursery Park Have fun while getting your exercise. For active men and women ages 60+. Mondays and Thursdays 9:3010:45. Meet at the net just west of playground. Information and video available on Substack. Search “SkyBallOregon”. Contact Dave 541233-7573 or email: skyballoregon@icloud.com. Mondays-Thursdays, 9:30-10:45am. Pine Nursery Park, 3750 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541233-7573. skyballoregon@icloud.com. Free.

VOLUNTEER

Red Cross Blood Drive Drop in for an hour

to donate blood and help others. The Red Cross provides about 40% of our nation’s blood and blood components, all from generous volunteer donors. Only about 3% of age-eligible people donate blood yearly. Each new donor helps us meet patient needs. Sept. 1, 9am-2pm. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Think Wild Youth Volunteer Program Ages 14-17 Open to all 14-17 year olds!

Volunteers will gain a behind-the-scenes look into the career of wildlife rehabilitation, what it takes to run a wildlife hospital, care for wildlife ambassadors, educate the public about wildlife coexistence, and more. Please contact volunteer@thinkwildco.org to RSVP Last Saturday of every month, 10:30am-Noon. Think Wild, 62410 Erickson Road, Bend. Contact: 541-241-6538. volunteer@thinkwildco.org. Free.

Join the Bend Chamber for a conversation about the growing connection between our trail systems and our local economy. Together, we’ll explore why trails matter to employers, how public-private partnerships are shaping the future of trail stewardship and what it means for businesses and our local community. Sept. 1, 5-7pm. Deschutes Brewery - Mountain Room, 901 SW Simpson Avenue, Bend. Contact: mara@bendchamber.org. $30 for members / $45 for non-members.

Gaia GPS MasterClass Learn to get more from Gaia GPS and plan your adventures with confidence. This hands-on masterclass covers topographic maps, aerial imagery, overlays, route planning, tracks, waypoints, offline maps and advanced features. Bring your planning device and follow along as we explore practical tools for smarter navigation and remote travel. Sept. 2, 6-8pm. Oregon Adventure Trucks, 63622 NE Andesite Street, Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 541-550-7331. accounts@oregonat.com. 30. OSU-Cascades Tours for Community Groups Join OSU-Cascades for free

monthly community tours showcasing campus history, academic programs, and sustainability initiatives. Walk through Tykeson and Edward J. Ray halls, view public art, and see how a former pumice mine is being transformed into a vibrant university campus and innovation district. Registration required.Fri, Aug. 28, 10-11:30am; Fri, Sept. 25, 10-11:30am; Fri, Oct. 23, 10-11:30am; and Fri, Nov. 20, 10-11:30am. OSU-Cascades, 1500 SW Chandler Dr., Bend. Free.

Self-Care Saturday: Holiday Spending Plan Create a holiday spending plan and help re-

lieve stress before it begins at this one-hour event at Bend TEAL. Aug. 29, 11am-Noon. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@bendteal.com. $25.

Soulful Sundays Conscious Dance A

practice in presence, in giving the body permission to lead. The group explores movement from many lenses: physicality, presence, relationship, emotion, and tune into impulses, deep listening, and practicing how to take this into the world. Sun, Aug. 30, 10-11:30am. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. $25 Sliding Scale.

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read a book, or answer emails. Attendees come when they can, leave when they want. Free, open network WiFi available. Tuesdays, 9:30-11am. Through Oct. 27. Central Library, 61956 SE Santorini Street, Bend. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free. Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others’ company. Bring personal work, read a book, or answer emails. Free, open network WiFi available. Wednesdays, 10-11:30am. Through Sept. 30. Redmond Public Library, 827 SW Deschutes Ave., Redmond. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@ deschuteslibrary.org. Free. Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others’ company. Bring personal work, read a book, or answer emails. Come when you can, leave when you want. Free, open network WiFi available. Thursdays, 10:30-1am. Through Sept. 24. Sisters Library, 110 North Cedar Street, Sisters. Contact: 541-312-1032. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

CALENDAR Voices Rising’s ONE-DAY CHOIR Jump

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into some “insta-choir” fun and experience the joy of group harmony singing in an accessible, fun space. Delight in lush harmonies, groovy rhythms and words to feed your aliveness. All voices welcome! Songs taught by ear. Come sing for the joy of it! Aug. 27, 5:30-8pm. First Presbyterian Heritage Hall, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: voicesrisingcc@gmail.com. $10-25.

Women’s Cancer Support Group We are a group of women cancer survivors providing support and information to those newly diagnosed with cancer and/or undergoing treatment. We are here for you. Thursdays, 1-3pm. First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: judyerickso@gmail.com. Free. Women’s Full Moon Circle + Cacao Offering This circle is curated for us to connect

more intimately with our hearts, voice and wisdom of our wombs. Join us and return to sisterhood. Aug. 28, 12-8:15pm. Alpine Physical Therapy & Spine Care, 395 SW Bluff Drive, Bend. Contact: 5053856943. hello@kellyniewellness. com. $23.

Workers Rights and Protections 101

Chat about challenges in the workplace and learn about workplace protections while enjoying drinks and snacks. Being friends and neighbors. Please RSVP. Aug. 29, 4-6pm. Central Library, 61956 SE Santorini Street, Bend. Contact: 541615-7548. steering@centraloregondsa.org. Free.

FUNDRAISING

3rd Annual Community Flea Market/ Yard Sale Support your local small businesses

and vendors while finding new treasures. BBQ, games and music by Solshine. Join the pie eating contest at 11am. Aug. 29, 8am-2pm. Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon, 63645 Scenic Drive, Bend. Contact: 503-858-9037. robyn@ unitycentraloregon.org. Free.

Battle of the Bands 2026 The amps are warming up, the stage is set, and the competition is about to get louder, prouder, and more meaningful than ever. This is Year 3 of Battle of the Bands. Watch local and PNW bands battle it out — In support of the Ronald McDonald House. Aug. 29, 2-6pm. Craft Kitchen and Brewery, 62988 NE Layton Ave., Bend. Contact: 206-579-9474. stacy.hinz@icloud.com. $20. Bingo for Senior Dogs Play bingo while

supporting senior and disabled rescue dogs at RylieMay Rescue Ranch. Spider City will also donate $1 from all beverage purchases. ryliemayrescueranch.com. Every other Thursday, 6-8pm. Spider City Brewing - Brewery Tap Room, 1177 SE Ninth St., Bend. Contact: ryliemayrescueranch@gmail.com. $1-$3 per game.

Community Yoga Class at Bevel Craft Brewing A $10–$25 sliding scale donation in-

cludes a refreshing beverage. Attendance helps bring yoga and mindfulness tools to those without access —including local youth, seniors, unhoused individuals, and incarcerated communities. Bring a mat and a friend! (limited yoga mats available onsite) Sundays, 11am-Noon Through Aug. 30. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 541-972-3835. $10 - $25.

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RileyMay Rescue Ranch

NAMI Central Oregon Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser Join for friendly

competition, community and fun while supporting mental health in Central Oregon. Beginners are welcome and experienced players can test their skills. Every ticket and donation supports NAMI Central Oregon’s free education, support and advocacy. Aug. 29, 4-7pm. Pickleball Zone, 63040 NE 18th St., Bend. Contact: 541-316-0888. programs@namicentraloregon.org. $40.

National Dog Day Celebration Celebrate National Dog Day at Bevel Craft Brewing from 6–8 PM! Meet adoptable dogs from Street Dog Hero, enjoy pet portraits and professional photography, shop unique dog gear and treats from local vendors, and support rescue efforts. Bring your pup and join the fun in Bend! Aug. 26, 6-8pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 5419723835. holla@bevelbeer. com. Free. Not’cho Grandma’s Bingo with Mosaic Community Health Laughter has the power to bring people together, and on Aug. 30, it can also help improve lives across Central Oregon. Join Mosaic Community Health for Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo at Silver Moon Brewing, where every ticket helps overcome barriers to healthcare by supporting Mosaic’s Patient Fund. Aug. 30, 9:30am-Noon. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend. Contact: donate@ mosaicch.org. From $15.24.

EVENTS + MARKETS

Cheba’s Sunday Markets 100% local

vendors. Everything is created, crafted, grown and handmade in Central Oregon. Dog friendly. Adult beverages to sip and shop. Drink specials. Live music to vibe with! Sun, Aug. 30, Noon3pm. Cheba Hut, 1288 SW Simpson Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-388-8400. jennee.elliff@chebahut. com. Free.

Harvest Festival Celebrate the season

at Schilling’s Garden Market during our Harvest Festival weekend! Join us for three days of live music, food, drinks, shopping and plenty of reasons to gather with friends and family. Come enjoy the last stretch of summer and kick off harvest season with us at the garden. Free. Fri, Aug. 28, 5-9pm, Sat, Aug. 29, 9am-8pm and Sun, Aug. 30, 10am-5pm. Schilling’s Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend-Redmond HWY, Bend. Contact: 5413230160. info@schillingsgardenmarket.com.

Redmond Farmers Market Peruse and

shop for some goods from local vendors and farmers. The Friday Farmers Market runs from May through August. Fridays, 3-7pm. Through Aug. 28. Centennial Park, Evergreen, Between 7th and 8th St., Redmond. Free.

Serendipity Saturday Market The un-

expected awaits at Pomegranate’s Serendipity Saturday Market. Each week, a fresh lineup of vendors share their wares, treats and treasures on the lawn alongside Central Oregon Flower Collective’s beloved flower market inside The Cottage. You never know what you might find! Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Through Aug. 30. Pomegranate Home and Garden, 120 NE River Mall Ave., Bend. Contact: 5413833713. hello@ pomegranate-home.com. Free.

Play bingo every other Thursday at Spider City Brewing and help support senior and disabled rescue dogs at RylieMay Rescue Ranch.

Sunriver Saturday Market From handmade candles to locally grown produce, the fourth annual Sunriver Saturday Market features more than 45 vendors selling locally made, grown or produced items. High quality items made in Central Oregon or Oregon. Last Saturday of every month, 9am-1pm through Sept. 26. SHARC, 57250 Overlook Rd., Sunriver. Contact: 971-2823970. exec@sunriverchamber.com. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

Art for Pre-school Class A class designed

Cowboy Storytime Whether your child loves horses, enjoys a good story or simply wants to spend a fun morning at the museum, saddle up and join us at Bowman Museum on Aug. 27 at 11:00am for a special free event with local author Dani Nichols. Supported by the OWA and the Crook County High School class of 1963. Aug. 27, 11am-Noon. A.R. Bowman Museum - Community Room, 246 N. Main St., Prineville. Contact: 541477-3715. Sean. Briscoe. Free. Crook County Summer Celebrate the tradi-

just for preschoolers ages 3–5! Each month features new themes and includes hands-on art projects, games, poems, story time, sensory-based pretend play and fun! Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10am-Noon. Wondery Art + Adventure School, 19570 Amber Meadow Dr Suite 110, Bend. Contact: 434-603-0301. julie@wonderyschool.com. Starting at $45.

tions that have shaped summers in Crook County with Crook County Summers, a special exhibit at the Belknap Exhibit Center at the Bowman Museum. Explore the rich history of the Crooked River Roundup, Horse. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10am-5pm and Saturdays, 11am-4pm. Through Aug. 22. A. R. Bowman Museum, 246 N Main St, Prineville. Contact: 541-447-3715. sean.briscoe@crookcountyor.gov. Free.

Baby Ninja 6-Week Summer Series

Handmade Mugs and Bowls Learn from

Classes include exploration through soft-obstacle Ninja Warrior courses to develop coordination and balance skills. Plus yoga fun, songs, parachute play and bubbles! Wednesdays, 5:15-6pm, Fridays, 9-9:45am, Wednesdays, 5:15-6pm and Fridays, 9-9:45am. Through Sept. 4. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $134.

Balloons with Tyler at Initiative!

Things get a little weird—in the best way. A balloon artist creates full-blown masterpieces right at visitors’ tables: dragons, aliens, and much more. Technically for kids, but adults get just as into it. Tips encouraged. Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Initiative Brewing - The Hub, 424 NW Fifth St., Redmond. Contact: 541-527-4380. followtherabbit@initiativebrew.com. Free.

Shelly Phillips in this kids and teens ceramic clay class and create up to 3 pieces in just two hours! Aug. 28, 1-3pm. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@bendteal.com. $75.

Hello! Storytime Hello, and welcome to

Roundabout Books Storytime! We are looking forward to sharing stories, movement and a touch of music with 0-5 year olds, geared toward those younger ages. There will be a heavy emphasis on fun, so bring your listening ears and a smile. Wed, Aug. 26, 10:30am, Wed, Sept. 9, 10:30am and Wed, Sept. 23, 10:30am. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 5413066564. events@ roundaboutbookshop.com. Free.

EVENTS

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT

CALENDAR Mt. Bachelor

Kid’s Yoga at Namaspa! Kids Yoga Mon-

days at Namaspa! Our kids classes (open to kids ages 3 and up) run in tandem with adult classes and in a separate and dedicated kid-friendly space, so parents can practice while their kids spend time with other kids and one of our certified kids yoga instructors.⁣ Mondays, 4-5pm. Namaspa Yoga Studio, 1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-550-8550. soundbathstillness@gmail.com. $10.

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Kids Ninja 6-Week Summer Series

Challenging Ninja Warrior circuits will keep kids developing new skills. They will feel empowered as they improve speed, increase strength, become more coordinated, and enhance athletic abilities. 6-week series. Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15pm and Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15pm. Through Sept. 1. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-2413919. info@freespiritbend.com. $144.

Kids Open Gym This event is for kids ages

6-12. The gym includes trampolines, foam pits, ninja cage, obstacle course, fort building and more! Those interested can save a spot by pre-registering. Saturdays, 5-7:30pm. Central Oregon Gymnastics Academy, 63060 Layton Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-385-1163. $28/$48 monthly unlimited visits.

Kids’ Math Assessments and Games with Mathnasium This program is rec-

ommended for elementary and middle school children. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Looking for some math tutoring or a place to get your kid excited about STEM? The Mathnasium of Bend team is providing free math assessments, homework support, games, prizes, and snacks! Aug. 28, 3-5pm. Central Library, 61956 SE Santorini Street, Bend. Contact: 5412412650. lizg@dpls.lib.or.us. Free.

Model Magic Miniatures Learn from Shelly

Phillips in this super-fun kids’ class, where students will create miniature items out of Model Magic air-dry clay! No experience needed. Perfect for ages 6-18. Aug. 26, 10-11am. Bend Tea and Art Lounge, 1024 NW Bond St, Suite 101, Bend. Contact: 5416686708. info@bendteal.com. $40.

Nano Ninja 6-Week Series Children

will gain confidence while enhancing balance, increasing strength, improving focus, and enhancing body awareness through Ninja Warrior obstacle-based gymnastics and climbing. Mondays, 4:30-5:20pm and Mondays, 4:30-5:20pm. Through Aug. 31. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541241-3919. info@freespiritbend.com. $144.

Nature Kids: Teddy Bear Picnic! Join

the Deschutes Land Trust for Nature Kids! Get outside and explore the nature of Central Oregon on guided family nature walks just for kids ages 5-10. Families pack a picnic, kids bring your favorite stuffed animal, and we’ll have a picnic beneath the trees with wonderful games to play! Aug. 29, 9:30-11am. Paulina Creek Preserve, Paulina Lake Rd., La Pine. Contact: 541-3300017. event@deschuteslandtrust.org. Free.

Check out Yoga in the Wild on Thursday, Aug. 27 from 2-3pm at Mt. Bachelor.

Ninja Elite 6-Week Summer Fast-paced and designed with challenging Ninja Warrior obstacle-based circuits, kids will learn new fitness conditioning techniques, parkour moves, and dynamic climbing and gymnastics movements. All levels are welcome. 6-week series. Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Through Sept. 3. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@freespiritbend. com. $144. R.A.D. Camps Registration - NOW OPEN! R.A.D. Camps offers nature-based pre-

school summer camp, outdoor adventure day and overnight camps, rock climbing, mountain biking, R.A.D. Art Camp and R.A.D. Design & Build Camp for ages 3–15, plus leadership pathways through age 17. Current dates, schedules, availability and prices vary by program. Go to www.radcamps. com/. Mondays-Fridays, 8am-4pm. Seven Peaks School, 19660 SW Mountaineer Way, Bend. Contact: 541-204-0440. info@radcamps.com. Price varies by date and program.

R.A.D. Camps Summer Day Camps

Keep the Summer Going for Two More Weeks! Two additional weeks have been added for R.A.D. Adventures for children. Program start at 8 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Visit radcamps. com or email info@radcamps.com for more information. Aug. 19-Sept. 4. Seven Peaks School, 19660 SW Mountaineer Way, Bend. Contact: (541) 204-0440. info@radcamps.com. Price varies by program.

The Last Little Woody Festival 2026 marks the final Little Woody Beer Run & Festival — and they are sending it off with a single, perfectly curated day. Choose a ticket, raise a glass, and be part of the farewell. Beer, gnomes and music Aug. 29, Noon-9pm. Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend. $6.89-$22.94.

BEER + DRINK

Coyote Canyon Wine Tasting!! Join us for a fun-filled night of wine tasting with Coyote Canyon! Saturday, Aug. 29 from 3-8pm. $20 tasting fee waived with two-bottle purchase. Aug. 29, 3-8pm. Put a Cork In It, 1127 NW Ochoa Dr Suite 100, Bend. Contact: info@putacorkinitbend.com.

FEATURED EVENTS

Pint Night! Nothing tastes better than drinking for a cause. Gather with fellow KPOV listeners, DJs, volunteers, donors and neighbors in a relaxed, welcoming setting at River’s Place. Enjoy Live music by Lone Shark, raffle prizes, cold beer and solid sense of community. $1 of every pint donated to KPOV radio. Aug. 26, 6-8pm. River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Free. Sturgeon Full Moon Market Celebrate the

STURGEON FULL MOON on Thursday, Aug. 27at a market featuring goods from Nature is Dope, Elder Line Co, bkzgrfx, Samantha Kate Paints and Deschutes River Conservancy. 5-8pm. Aug. 27, 5-8pm. Terranaut Beer, 20750 NE High Desert Lane STE 106, Bend. Free.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

Full Moon Breathwork Designed to help release emotional tension, reconnect you to your inner clarity and support nervous system regulation. Through guided conscious connected breathing, activate your body’s natural healing intelligence while Reiki energy healing gently supports this process of release and renewal. Aug. 28, 6:30am8pm. Tumalo Lavender, 19825 Connarn Road, Bend. Contact: tamar@tumalolavender.com. $45. Intro to Pelvic Vitality for men Men’s

pelvic health is largely ignored until structural dysfunction sets in. This 2-hour immersive workshop bridges the gap between ancient somatic practices (yoga/breathwork) and modern biomechanics to address the root causes of pelvic floor stagnation in men 40+. Sept. 2, 7-9pm. Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, 39 NW Louisiana Ave., Bend. Contact: 541.668.7594. andrew@ masculineembodiment.com. $49-65.

Pet Memorial Service: Across the Rainbow Bridge, Forever in our Hearts Join this gentle and heartfelt gathering

Pet Pedis on the Patio Enjoy a glass of wine while your pet is pampered! We are partnering with VanGo mobile dog spa every last Saturday of the month. Nail trims and more! Join us at the tasting room! Woof! Last Saturday of every month, 3-5:30pm. Through Nov. 28. The Winery at Manzanita- Bend, 550 sw Industrial Way #194, Bend. Prineville In-Person Group NAMI Connection Peer Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who’ve been there. First and Third Wednesday of every month, 3pm. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 695 N.W. Third St., Prineville. Contact: organize@namicentraloregon.org. Free. Redmond NAMI Family Support Group The National Alliance of Mental Illness is having a Family Support Group. This is a peer-led group program for family members, caregivers, and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. In these groups, family members can talk frankly about their challenges and help one another through their learned wisdom. Third and First Tuesday of every month, 6-7pm. Redmond Seventh Day Adventist Church, 945 SW Glacier Rd, Redmond. Contact: 541-316-0888. organize@namicentraloregon.org. Free.

Yoga in the Wild Get rejuvenated and breathe in the fresh mountain air during the Yoga in the Wild series at Mt. Bachelor this summer season! Select evenings throughout the summer for a one-hour, all levels combination class of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga, taught by Mobility Duo. Thu, July 30, 4-5pm, Thu, Aug. 13, 2-3pm, Thu, Aug. 20, 2-3pm, Thu, Aug. 27, 2-3pm, Thu, Sept. 3, 2-3pm and Thu, Sept. 17, 2-3pm. Mt. Bachelor, 13000 Century Drive, Bend. Free.

honoring the love pet owners continue to share with the animals who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. This memorial event warmly welcomes anyone who has experienced the loss of a pet or beloved animal companion, offering a space for reflection, connection, and remembrance. Aug. 28, 10am-Noon. Partners in Care, 2611 NE Courtney Dr., Bend. Contact: (541) 771-3257. carla.jackson@partnersbend.org. Free.

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Kids Line Dance Lessons Free line-dance lessons for kids every Wednesday, 5–6pm at The Coyote, taught by Alex Reininger. Recommended ages 4–12. Spacious dance floor and family-friendly fun in downtown Bend. Wednesdays, 5-6pm. The Coyote, 910 NW Harriman St., Bend. Contact: mindfulmotionmentor@gmail.com. Free.

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The Menopause Conversation Books & events to know you’re not alone

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WHAT CASSIE'S READING

A few handy menopause tools.

correct way to pee. There’s nothing like admitting that to the thousands of readers of the Source. Psst! See page 86 in the book. The answer to why you’re not feeling like yourself, why you cry in your car before walking into work or why annoying brain fog happens at the most inopportune times is addressed in “The New Perimenopause.” She addresses mood changes, anxiety, joint pain and more. Learn how dealing with these changes now becomes preventative medicine later. In May, Iris & Stout hosted a community wellness gathering titled “In My Menopause Era.” The shop was packed with attendees who learned about navigating through perimenopause and beyond. Some memorable advice from presenter Dr. Tara Hulbert Burke was to just buy bigger pants and to aim for seven hours of sleep at night. There was lots of laughter and knowing looks between the women in the room as symptoms were explained, along with groans when they learned how long perimenopause could potentially last. Burke explained hormone therapy and other options, along with encouraging attendees to take charge of their health and not just suffer through this transition. You may have missed that event, but we have two upcoming events on this hot, pardon the pun, topic. Roundabout Books is hosting Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. They will talk about their book, “Estrogen,

Interrupted,” which covers evidence-based treatments and emphasizes nutrition, stress levels, mental health, exercise and physical health. On Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m., we’ve partnered with the Source to host Dr. Sarah Hellmann and Dr. Erin Legrand from “Wine with Your Gyn” podcast. They’ll answer questions and talk through common myths of menopause. Come feel supported by everyone in attendance, laugh through the brain fog, and find a solution to all the tearful moments that happen with zero notice. Count these events as self-care! Visit roundaboutbookshop.com’s events page to reserve your seat for these two upcoming events. We’re thankful to all these presenters for their time and guidance. Round up your fellow girlfriends, order a cold drink from the Washington bar, and settle in. We’ll make sure the air conditioning is on full blast for you! Estrogen, Interrupted Author Event Tue., Sept. 15, 6:30pm Roundabout Books & Cafe 900 NW Mt. Washington Dr. Suite 110. Bend $5 or purchase of “Estrogen, Interrupted”

Demystifying Menopause Event

Thu., Sept. 17, 6:30pm Roundabout Books & Cafe 900 NW Mt. Washington Dr. Suite 110. Bend $5 or purchase of “Estrogen, Interrupted”

“Sleeping Beauties” by David Byrne —Discoveries as diverse as dark matter, lichen and continental drift... technologies from solar panels to the steam engine... artists from Bach to Bruegel, Vermeer to Melville... all were sleeping beauties. Why did they fall asleep? How did they wake back up? David Byrne arrives at important conclusions. "Sleeping Beauties" is a master class in how not to be blind to the next great thing. These stories encourage us to try new things and to embrace them.

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ccording to Marie Sophocle’s book, “The Bedroom Gap,” there are 80 million women experiencing menopause right now, a combination of baby boomers and Generation X. An additional 6,000 women hit menopause every day. Staggering numbers! That’s a lot of hot flashes, emotional moments during the day and waking up at 2 am. At Roundabout Books, we’ve seen a trend of women buying books about menopause over the past year, so our weekly restock includes stacks of these books. Sometimes, a customer leans over the counter and whispers, “Do you have books on menopause?” Others buy four fiction books with one menopause book tucked in the middle of the stack. Recently, a gentleman came in to buy a book about menopause because he wanted to understand what his wife is going through. Be brave and purchase a book that will help you understand and thrive during this stage of your life! “Dare I Say It” by actor Naomi Watts is an honest and entertaining book of her account of entering perimenopause at age 36, just as she was trying to start a family. From her hilarious attempt to remove the adhesive from an estrogen patch that was stuck to her skin right before a romantic evening with Billy Crudup, to navigating the array of medications on offer, it will have readers feeling hopeful while also taking notes on potential medication options. She consulted with doctors and experts to answer our questions about libido, sleep and discomfort during intimate moments. Two other books I recommend are “Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond” by Stacy T. Sims, PhD, and “The New Menopause” by Mary Claire Haver, MD. Both books offer science-backed information, with tips on nutrition, how to maximize your fitness, and how to communicate confidently with your doctor. Sims points out that menopause can hit hard, and your body suddenly seems different from weight gain and losing strength. This doesn’t have to be the way life is; don’t let menopause win. I recently selected “Floored” by Sara Reardon for our Staff Picks shelf in the store. It shares tips and resources for pelvic floor health from menstruation to menopause. Education on your pelvic floor is critical to overall health. One of my takeaways was learning the

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The Poetry Express: On the Road with Oregon’s Poet Laureate A Day for the Books: Writing the day into existence

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n Aug. 15, 2026, I not only began my second term as Oregon’s poet laureate but also was lucky to be part of the official dedication of Bend’s new Central Library. The day was emblematic of what inspires me as poet laureate and as a writer: gathering in celebration of the richness of language, books and storytelling; acquainting others with their ability to beautifully render their own word paintings on the page and being in the company of poets, sometimes renowned ones. In design and size, the Central Library is a bold vision. It rises formidably out of the high desert like a giant book standing on end, its fanned pages deflecting the sun. With a metallic gaze that seems to say don’t mess with my mission, its exterior reads like a fortress protecting freedom of expression, of learning, questioning, a place where you might happen on to something you’d imagined for yourself but couldn’t name. Most of all it is a place of unconditional welcome. Months before the dedication I met with Chantal Stroebel, recently appointed interim director and who, for the last three decades, fundamentally shaped the Deschutes Public Library’s community outreach initiatives. As part of the upcoming festivities I wondered if she’d consider inviting Arthur Sze, the 25th Poet Laureate of the United States. It was a long shot. Even one of the most lauded poets in the country is a long way from becoming a household word. And too, poetry has the undeserved reputation of being complicated, hard to understand. Prose writers are more of a draw. Plus I could only imagine how much else there was to accomplish during the ceremonies for so many different audiences. But she went for it and so did Arthur Sze. When the big day arrived throngs of people of every age and stripe poured through the library doors. Inside, it was a circus, literally. Acrobats spiraled, dropped and dove from aerial silks suspended from the impossibly high ceiling, a cellist played from a balcony above the main lobby, the youngest eagerly explored the Children’s Discovery Space interwoven with books and punctuated with cozy reading nooks, while other visitors swarmed the up and down of the building stopping to offer their interpretation of John Grade’s massive, suspended cedar sculpture. Ribs of a whale? Skeleton of a dinosaur? A topographical map? A giant spider web? By the way, this is often the effect a poem has on the imagination. And every interpretation is a right one. After the ribbon was cut and the library officially dedicated, 100 or more traded the jolly mayhem for a seat in an adjacent performance space, there to listen to Arthur Sze read and discuss his poetry over the course of an hour. In preparing my introductory remarks I learned that his odyssey as a poet began at the Massachusetts Institute for Technology, where, when bored in a first-semester calculus class, he started writing random phrases in the back of his notebook. The timely visit of poet Denise Levertov as a visiting professor at MIT provided the instruction and the jolt Sze needed to fully embrace poetry as his life’s passion and work. He transferred to the University of California-Berkeley

to study with Levertov and, later, poet Josephine Miles…and the rest is poetry. Sze strikes me as one of the rare individuals who unwaveringly and successfully dared live a life according to intuition, or as he says, “I learn by going where I have to go.” That turned out to include New Mexico, where he has lived for over 50 years and is a professor emeritus at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe.

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“I learn by going where I have to go.” —U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze As critic R.W. French says, Sze’s poems, “have the cool clarity of porcelain. The surface is calm while the depths are resonant.” When I listen to him, I experience language immaculately harnessed to the poem’s purpose. His poetry’s combination of imagination, perception and rigor is thrilling. He told me, working every day, it takes him a month to complete a single poem. He is at his desk well before dawn to write the day into existence. The semi-dream state of those early hours when darkness gives way to light is, for him, a magical space to write from. As part of the activities associated with the grand opening, I was invited to lead a poetry workshop I titled, “At a Loss for Words.” What do I mean by that? It strikes me when we’re confronted with the best and worst of things, we often find ourselves at a loss for words. As I see it, the task of poets, and writers in general, is to find the words to translate those moments, to witness them on the page on behalf of those at a loss to express what they’re feeling. And too, language, like any muscle, needs to be flexed and nourished. If we lazily rely on the same handful of words to articulate the complexities of being alive in the world, our capacity for new ideas, never mind understanding one another, diminishes in direct proportion to the variety of words we use. What would that be like? I don’t know. Maybe eating Twinkies for every meal? Or only seeing one color in a rainbow? As social media and AI colonize and tyrannize language, notice the words that are being jettisoned, that you don’t hear anymore. Not just those associated with, well, everything… civility, history, scholarship, flora, fauna, waterways and dark skies…but also the rich languages associated with the cultures within

our culture that make the United States distinctive and vibrant. Notice what mind-, heart- and value-numbing words are replacing those we’re losing as we become linguistically monochromatic, or worse…desensitized. In the Central Library workshop that day everyone unearthed words that best served their poems. For one participant a writing prompt reignited decades-old memories of the old saloon his parents bought in Salinas, California, converting it to a home for their family. He described the large herds of sheep that mobbed the tiny town in the fall and spring when he was a boy, the tackety-tack of hundreds of hooves scrambling across the wooden porch that fronted the dirt street. Another wrote of the rampant destruction of natural habitat to make way for housing, using sharp-edged, apocalyptic language. Still another, in phrasing that felt like gasps for air, mourned the death of her sister. And that’s only three examples of 10 … each beautiful, essential. What a gift all this is! How fortunate in poetry and purpose. Here’s to the Central Library as it begins to write its rich history, to Athur Sze and his opulent poetry and to the Poetry Express as it heads back out across the state. It will be a wild ride. I hope you’ll join me.

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—Ellen Waterston’s “The Third Act,” columns ran from 2021 to 2026 in the Source and are now collected in her book, “We Could Die Doing This, Dispatches on Ageing from Oregon’s Outback.” Recently reappointed to a second two-year term as Oregon’s 11th poet laureate, Waterston now turns her attention and pen to her experiences traveling the state in the name of poetry and how they inform her writing and person. Look for “The Poetry Express” quarterly in the Source.

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in Every Bite CHOW Authenticity Alebrije’s two Oaxaca-style carts are underrated gems By Jared Rasic

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f I had to name the one food concept in Bend that is consistently phenomenal yet criminally underrated, it would be Alebrije Oaxaca. For years, it’s been quietly serving up some of the most authentic Mexican food in the region — first from the yard at Bunk + Brew Hostel downtown and now also from the newer location at Crosscut Warming Hut in the Old Mill. Wherever you discover them, if you haven’t eaten Alebrije, you’re missing out on some of the boldest and most exciting flavors in Central Oregon. Alebrije (pronounced ah-leh-BREEheh) is the perfect name for this truck. Alebrijes are brightly colored Mexican folk-art sculptures of fantastical creatures. Adopted from the designs of Pedro Linares López, who suffered from vivid hallucinations during a fever dream, the craft was eventually embraced and adopted by artisans throughout Oaxaca. It’s a fitting name for the trucks, because alebrijes symbolize boundless imagination — a beautiful metaphor for the limitless breadth of flavors you experience after diving into just a few of their dishes. Owners Hugo Flores and Crystal Jimenez bring decades of kitchen experience to the table, but more importantly, they bring tradition. Flores, originally from Oaxaca city, settled in Bend 20 years ago. “The recipes are my family’s that have been passed down through generations,” says Flores. While Bend has seen a staggering number of Mexican restaurants and trucks open over the last few years,

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Alebrije’s shredded chicken mole enchilada.

Alebrije immediately stands apart by offering authentic Oaxacan dishes. The original trailer at Bunk + Brew features a larger menu than the Crosscut cart, highlighted by the tlayuda: a large, crispy corn tortilla lightly spread with bacon fat (asiento), refried black beans, queso fresco, rich Oaxacan cheese, cabbage, tomato, guacamole and topped with your choice of protein. As far as I know, Alebrije is the only spot in Bend serving tlayudas, and they are just as spectacular as they sound. The crisp tortilla combined with the savory spread of asiento and refried beans gives every bite a crunchy punch that beautifully complements the bright tang of the Oaxacan cheese. Beyond the tlayuda, Alebrije offers a mole unlike any other in Bend. The mole

enchiladas with birria are a masterclass in contrasting profiles. The rich Oaxacan chocolate base gives the black mole a complex, savory earthiness balanced by a gentle sweetness, which pairs beautifully with the tender, aromatic birria. I’m always on the hunt for a mole that properly balances earthiness without overpowering the protein, so believe me when I say the synthesis of sweet and savory on these enchiladas is what Bend has been missing. There’s a buoyant freshness to every dish that instills the flavors with a handmade singularity. I’m ride or die for the birria tortas, and not just because the birria is so tender it quite literally melts in your mouth, but also because the fresh telera roll is toasted to a flawless, gentle crunch.

The combination of the fresh, crispy bread, delectable fried cheese and mouth-watering birria is already a delight, but dipping it into the immaculate consommé elevates the dish into an entirely new realm of flavor. Too often in Central Oregon, consommé leans toward a salty, oily mess or becomes too thick and chonky to dip properly. Alebrije’s consommé enhances and elevates the torta without covering up the complexity of the birria. There’s a delicate balance to the flavors at Alebrije, revealing an artistry in each dish. Generational recipes like these are a reminder of why cooking is such a comforting art form. You taste the history in these flavors. Nothing is left to chance, but nothing is staid or stagnant, either. The bright, flavor-forward playfulness of their menu proves how vital intentionality is to a great restaurant that encourages repeat visits. I don’t know if you’ve been to Alebrije yet, but if you have, I guarantee you’re a regular. Alebrije - Bunk + Brew Hostel Open Wed-Sun Noon-8pm 42 NW Hawthorne Ave., Bend

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s of this week, Bendites have a new place to indulge a sweet tooth after dinner. A European-inspired pie shop, Pie Maison, opens Aug. 29 on Bond Street in downtown Bend, serving a host of pie flavors from 1 to 9pm Tuesdays through Saturdays. The opening menu includes Marionberry Streusel, Gluten-Free Marionberry Streusel, S’mores, Cookies & Cream and Lemon Meringue pies, with other seasonal flavors available soon. Pie Maison is holding a grand opening celebration Saturday, Aug. 29 from 1 to 9pm. The shop is the creation of Amy Bertram and wife Brittany, who envisioned a homey-yet-grand vibe for the shop.

“The idea is to take something nostalgic and familiar and make it feel a bit more elevated, refined and special,” Bertram told the Source. Pies are available as slices and whole pies, and custom orders will be available. Orders are mostly to-go, but a small seating area is available for those who want to enjoy their pie in the shop. Pie Maison

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retired from acting decades earlier, to convince her to star. When Kris goes to stay with Billie on the abandoned Camp Miasma campgrounds, they descend (and ascend) into a cathartic explosion of campy horror, esoteric film geekery, the ephemeral center of art and so very many orgasms. Most people will find this movie along a spectrum of pretentious and impenetrable, but all of the thematic depth and meaning is right there for the digging. It’s a strangely beautiful catharsis meant to help everyone who feels unheard find their voice and choose whether to use it to sing or scream. Every frame of this film is beautiful to behold. Catch it on the big screen if you can. “Idiots:” I’m not sure “Idiots” is a great film, or even a very good one, but it made me laugh harder than any other comedy I’ve seen all year and that’s worth something to me. Writer/director Macon Blair — whose filmmaking debut was the criminally underseen oddity, “I Don’t Feel at Home in this World Anymore” and IFC

who gave one of the truly undersung performances of the 2010s in “Blue Ruin” — crafts “Idiots” like an orchestra conductor clawing his way out of a K-hole. The film follows Dave Franco and O’Shea Jackson Jr. as two, yes, idiots who are hired to drive a rich, sociopathic teenager from his parents’ mansion across the state to rehab. Across their odyssey, there are strippers, kidnappings, Killer Mike, robberies, werewolf-obsessed SoundCloud rappers, Peter Dinklage and many questionable drugs. “Idiots” is a little thin in the screenplay department, but Blair knows how to build sequences around Franco and Jackson that are so ridiculously outlandish it’s hard not to be charmed by the messiness. You won’t feel smarter after watching it, but you might fall in love with Dave Franco’s greasy charisma so hard you’ll beg for a sequel that will probably never come. Honestly, I want 10 movies with Franco and Jackson, where each one escalates so improbably that by the fifth entry they’re doing molly in space, or getting chased by a cartel in Brazil while huffing paint and forgetting how to drive. It could be the thematic inversion of “The Fast and the Furious” franchise. Maybe call it “The Slow and the Cognitively Impaired,” or “The Hungry and the Slightly Confused.” Have fun with this one, just don’t think too hard about it. “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma”

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t’s appropriate that the Go Clean Energy Conference, slated for Friday, Sept. 18, will be held at the OSU-Cascades Edward J. Ray Hall, because the building is a “North Star” for sustainability. In green building, “North Star” means prioritizing energy efficiency and incorporating sustainable principles in the phases of construction and operations. Hosted by 350 Deschutes, this annual, one-day event, “focuses on bringing together speakers from across the clean energy sector from the entire spectrum of clean energy implementation: Policy, Advocacy, Financing, Research, and Application,” said John Bates, 350 Deschutes executive director. “We try to cast a wide net to bring many perspectives and high levels of expertise to the conference every year,” said Bates. “Our hope is to create a space where anyone can come to learn about energy production and use across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.” The conference is designed to attract a wide audience, from commercial building owners to homeowners, local governments, nonprofits and those involved in the building trade, and promote access to incentives and pathways to affordable electrification for each group. Over 25 speakers will hold sessions on various topics such as energy efficiency, electrifying homes and commercial buildings, solar power and energy storage, electric vehicles and EV charging, and other sustainable building practices. The diverse lineup of speakers includes Jamie Collins, climate scientist and commissioner-elect on the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners; Robert Countryman, CEO of Countryman Capital Partners, which helps home and business owners finance energy-efficient upgrades; Daniel Cantwell, a Home Electrification Coach who helps homeowners

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n as much as the Cascade Cycling as possible with less space. That might Classic Criterium rings in summer, mean it’s a bit more technical, but the Thrilla Cyclocross Series ushers I’ll still be able to keep some flowy us toward fall. sections. There’ll be a good balance For racers both wholly dedicat- between the two.” ed and those trying, at long last, to get Cyclocross racing originated in back into race shape, the four-date bicy- France in the early 1900s, predating cle race series is a place to catch up with mountain biking as a discipline by teammates, heckle friends and, most nearly a century. certainly, clang cowbells and crush beer. To the uninitiated, cyclocross looks A benefit for the youth-development like a mountain bike short-track race Horner Cycling Foundation, Thril- where all racers are somewhat underla runs at the Athletic Club of Bend’s biked. After all, the geometries of cyccampus four consecutive Wednesday locross bikes — or, more commonly evenings, beginning Sept. 9. at cross races these days, gravel bikes The Athletic Club Horner Cycling Foundation has hosted Thrilla, which began in 2004, since 2014. And while the terrain is, in turns, reliably moon-dusty, grassy and strewn with pinecones, Course Director Bart Bowen told the Source that this year’s courses will exclude the rear section behind the Athletic Club’s building, owing to fire suppression work conduct- The Thrilla Cyclocross Series welcomes all participants and spectators. ed by property owner Mt. Bachelor Village Resort. That means that much of the — more resemble those of road bikes, course will wind through the club’s save for the added clearance in the fork front yard, so to speak. and 33-millimeter knobby tires stanTerrain along the closed course dard in ‘cross races. ranges from thick grass to single track Bowen says cyclocross is a great disand paved sections. Racers compete cipline for all abilities and ages of racfrom 15 to 45 minutes, depending on ers. He notes the Kiddie CX race — for category. young-uns 8 and under — and the 9-12 “There will be less mountain bike-y Junior race as great places for dipping parts,” Bowen said, adding that each toes into bike racing fun. lap will feature a single climbing sec“For those who have done gravel tion, unlike the additional one in years races, cyclocross is shorter, and a lot past. “But there’s still a lot of dry dirt more fun, I think,” Bowen said. “Its out there — there’s no way around it.” atmosphere is more festive. It’s a great Racers accustomed to laying down participant sport, from beginner to watts on the smooth bike path sec- expert. It’s an all-access event; families tions will have less pavement to do so come out and stick around.” since the course is shorter, Bowen said. He and his team are still finalizing the four course layouts, which they’ll dial Thrilla Cyclocross Series Sept. 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4:05-6:45pm in during the coming weeks. They’re Athletic Club of Bend also setting the start-finish line in a 61615 Athletic Club Dr., Bend new spot near an ankle-deep volleyball tinyurl.com/hs7mwy6t sand pit — a perennial favorite among $25 for adults; free for juniors and spectators many racers and spectators alike. Register at obra.org “There’s going to be some zigs and zags. I’m going to squeak out as much

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Q: Eli Lilly just spent $3.8 billion buying into psychedelics. Is Big Pharma’s involvement actually good for the public, and who benefits most from it? A: A pharmaceutical company doesn’t put $3.8 billion behind something unless it believes it will be profitable. For-profit health care hardly ever benefits the public, but this question goes deeper than that. The Deal In mid-July, Eli Lilly announced it would acquire AtaiBeckley for up to $3.8 billion, the largest deal yet in the psychedelic sector. The prize is BPL003, a fast-acting DMT nasal spray in Phase 3 trials for treatment-resistant depression, built for a two-hour, in-clinic administration, with review timelines sped up by an April executive order. Who Loses First Indigenous communities lose first, as they always do. They’ve stewarded these plants and practices for generations, often while being criminalized for it, and they’re seeing the least benefit as investment money pours into this space. Underground facilitators are next. They built the bridge between the sacred and modern practices that made this attractive to a $300 billion company, and pharma’s pathway largely routes around them. Then come people without insurance, an easy diagnosis, or a medicalized interest who find the door open in theory, closed in practice. The Profit Model Spravato is the warning sign, and it deserves to be named directly. Ketamine is addictive. Its mechanism isn’t identical to an opioid’s, but the pattern around its therapeutic pathway is a mirror of the one that built the opioid crisis we are still in. A substance legitimized through prescribing, marketed as safe, driven largely by rampant telehealth clinics prescribing it online with little client contact or oversight. People become dependent and their prescription ends, leading to underground acquiring of an unregulated and often fentanyl-contaminated supply. Meanwhile, independent reviews put esketamine’s benefit at a modest effect, not the breakthrough it’s sold as. Nobody has good long-term data on what happens once someone stops treatment, because the pivotal long-term trial wasn’t built to test that. It was built around people staying on it indefinitely, dosed weekly or monthly, for years. A drug that only works while you keep taking it is a far better model for

profit than one that resolves someone’s depression. I don’t think it’s a coincidence that the first “psychedelic” Big Pharma fully embraced is addictive and has limited effectiveness. What is “Medicine” Why has “healing,” specifically the clinical, diagnosable, billable kind, become the only story we tell about psychedelics in Western culture? These practices didn’t start as simply treatments for mental or physical health. They started as rites of passage, structured around a threshold they helped you cross. When access requires a diagnosis, a doctor and a medicalized pathway, we’ve decided suffering is the price of admission and that health care systems get to define what’s legitimate and who is granted access. It also ascribes ownership to natural resourecs. A U.S. patent was granted on the ayahuasca vine in the 1980s, and it took Indigenous organizations years of organizing to get it challenged as biopiracy. A biotech company patented specific forms of psilocybin more recently, drawing the same backlash. “Medicine” can be owned and sold. Sacrament and rite of passage are not marketable, which is why this shift serves corporations and shareholders, and costs everyone else. Traditional practitioners have never taught that these plants exist to make life easier or more comfortable. Many teach the opposite: that they’re conscious, that they ask something of you, that it’s an active not passive process and that discomfort is often the crucible. A model built around speed, convenience and reduction of symptoms is a rejection of ancient understanding, not a gentler version of it. Who is granted access and what counts as a valid reason is not a small point. The words we use and the lens we apply to these substances and experiences is not a small thing, it is a great co-option of power. I don’t have a tidy answer, and I’d be suspicious of anyone who does. Keep watching who’s funding the research and who’s being handed authority. That authority is being assigned right now. —This column is for educational purposes and isn’t a substitute for medical or legal advice. Have questions about navigating psychedelics? Send them to Mary@ Myco.Vision for future columns.

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ASTROLOGY By Rob Brezsny VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The coming months could be a legendary turning point you will celebrate in the future: a pivotal time when you finally outsmart an old adversary and untangle a knotted inheritance, clearing the way to pursue your true calling with undiluted devotion. Or, on the other hand, the days ahead could be another round in the long saga of “almost”: a decisive phase when you avoid a challenge that has been begging for your full brilliance, leaving your future without shining clues for how to further decode the ancient riddle. Which destiny will you accomplish, dear Virgo? Will you answer the call to adventure? Or ignore it until it fades away?

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teorologist Alfred Wegener proposed the theory of continental drift. It’s the idea that Earth’s continents were once joined in a single supercontinent and have gradually drifted apart to their present positions over millions of years. Most scientists initially rejected his hypothesis because he couldn't explain how the movement occurred. He didn't live long enough to receive vindication, but decades later, his novel hypothesis was fully accepted. I'm pleased to report that your wait will be far shorter, Scorpio. Please keep your faith in the novel ideas and perceptions that others don't understand yet. The world's almost ready for your innovations.

dispensations you can’t imagine yet. My prediction: The rearrangement of your landscape will be healing.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The Sargasso Sea

is the only sea on Earth without a land boundary. It's defined entirely by four strong Atlantic Ocean currents that circle it. Its edges aren’t solid walls but slowly shifting rivers of water. I think this anomalous body of water is always a vivid symbol of your world, Pisces, and even more so these days. Your boundaries are currents, not coastlines. You hold your shape through movement, not through rigid definition. This is more challenging to maintain than solid borders, but it's also a great potential strength. Use it with aplomb!

ARIES (March 21-April 19): On the sci‑fi TV

show Stargate SG‑1, benevolent aliens known as the Asgard visit Earth to seek assistance from a secret US government team. The ultra-advanced, hyper-intelligent Asgard have been unable to defeat their great nemesis, another alien species called the Replicators. Their hope is that their primitive partners, the humans, might stumble onto some basic, straightforward answer that their own sophisticated minds can’t see. The gamble pays off. One of Earth’s leading physicists, who’s a naive amateur by Asgard standards, devises a rough, unsophisticated strategy that works wonderfully. Treat this as your parable, Aries: Put your faith in simple, uncluttered approaches, and don’t underestimate “beginner-level” fixes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): During one of my vis-

its to the annual Burning Man festival in the Nevada desert, I encountered a prankster named Mother Very Superior. This nonbinary performer was dressed like a nun and wore a prominent chastity belt. Wielding a toy whip, they gently lashed me on my shoulders and prayed over me, saying, "I absolve you of all your sins. Therefore, you are now free to commit a raucous slew of new sins.” I hope you get a similar dispensation, Taurus. To be fully available for the rollicking delights you’re eligible for, it would be wise to reduce your karmic debt.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There is a kind of lightning called a “sprite.” It’s a ghostly red discharge that blossoms high above thunderstorms. I suspect you may soon experience your own personal versions of this wonder. Fleeting insights may appear in unexpected places. Emotionally rich revelations could arrive out of nowhere. Because the moments could pass quickly, it will be crucial to notice them when they arrive. They could stimulate major shifts in your understanding. Keep your perceptive powers highly attuned.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Archaeologists studying ancient Roman shipwrecks found that sailors deliberately made their vessels heavier by stowing rocks in the hull. This reduced the profitability of their voyages, since it reduced their cargo capacity. On the other hand, it meant they wouldn't capsize during storms. An excellent trade-off! Let’s use this scenario as a metaphor for your life right now, Gemini. I'm going to suggest that you will benefit from adding more ballast. Seemingly burdensome elements could keep you steady if conditions become unruly. Consider this: Not everything heavy is holding you back. Some of it's keeping you strong and stable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Fertility clinics store frozen human embryos. Numbering in the hundreds of thousands, they are suspended in a long, chilly pause, awaiting instructions from the people who created them. This accumulation of potential life on hold makes me think of you. If you would thaw and reclaim the neglected, untouched regions of your own imagination, you would become an even more formidable generator of focused creative power. The encouraging news is that the coming weeks will be an unusually favorable phase to expedite this process.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): During the Baroque era, Cancerian artist Artemisia Gentileschi painted powerful biblical and historical women who killed tyrants and delivered their people from violent domination. By channeling her creative passion into figures of righteous fury, she transformed her personal trauma into psychological power. I invite you to be inspired by Gentileschi as you reconfigure your own story in the coming weeks, Cancerian. Wouldn't it be fun and potent to transform the way you imagine both the past and future plot threads of your destiny?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some earthquakes unleash energy in violent bursts, but others are incremental commotions that unfold gradually over days or even weeks. The way they reorganize the Earth’s crust is kinder and gentler. Let’s regard these slow quakes as an apt metaphor for the initially disruptive but ultimately constructive transformations underway in your beautiful life, Aquarius. You may not see spectacular evidence that change is percolating, but I guarantee that it is. Old structures are in a transitional phase of subtle disarray, creating conditions for new

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In traditional sourdough

baking, a small portion of fermented dough called a starter is saved and refreshed regularly. Some bakeries maintain the same lineage for years. The starter is a living culture of wild yeasts and lactic acid bacteria that feed on flour and water, producing acids and gases that leaven the dough and create bread with complex flavor, aroma, and texture. Let’s use this as a metaphor for your life, Leo. What long-running resource can you use to help create situations that will empower you to thrive in interesting ways during the coming months?

Homework: Write yourself a love letter.

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