Our Picks 11/5-11/13 | The Source Weekly - Bend, Oregon

thursday 6

An Evening of Empowerment

SOUL FOOD—Four artists gather to inspire and empower you! Yes you! Brianna Mercado put on one of this year's most memorable TEDxBend talks, discussing her cancer survival mixed with beautiful and deeply inspired modern dance. Naomi Wachira is a stunning folk musician who came to Seattle via Kenya and will be joined by motivational speaker David Shoup, and local inspiration master MOsley WOtta. 7 pm. Tower Theater, 835 NW Wall St. $25.

friday 7

First Friday

ART! ART! ART!—With fresh art gracing the walls of your favorite shops downtown (including the Source Weekly's artist of the month—Timothy Jones' fantasy-driven illustrations show at Bishops Barbershop), and musical stops along the downtown strip, it's worth it to bundle up and have a few extra glasses of free wine to stay warm. We suggest snuggling up with a hot cup of tea at Townshend's and checking out Sarah Helen More's adorably squeeze-worthy comics. 5 pm. Downtown. No cover.

friday 7

Cheyenne West

COUNTRY—Bend-based musician Cheyenne West (can this possibly be her real name?) brings rollicking country rock with rich vocals and local references to Silver Moon. More catchy radio-friendly tunes than dusty bluegrassy numbers, West's songs hit all the major country themes—booze, guns, and unrequited love. 8 pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave. No cover.

friday 7

Local Authors Speak on Race

READINGS—An interesting literary trifecta: First, a true story about an Oregon slave who successfully sued for his freedom re-accounted by historian R. Gregory Nokes. Next, Jane Kirkpatrick discusses her historical novel about a freed female slave who moved West in the 1840s. And, finally, Rick Steber reads from his book about an African-American rancher at the Pendleton rodeo. 6 pm. Paulina Springs Books, 422 SW 6th Redmond. $5.

saturday 8

Mining Day: Pan for Gold

GOLD RUSH—Although California grabbed most of the fame, there has been a respectable amount of gold and silver found throughout Oregon. With authentic, or at least authentically dressed, miners, the High Desert Museum provides a tutorial and hands-on course in gold mining and panning. Get rich! Stake a claim. But perhaps wait to quit your day job. 11 am-3 pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97. Museum admission plus $2 per "miner."

saturday 8

One Beard to Rule Them All

BEARDS—Even if you don't start growing out your facial hair until Nov. 1 (Remember, remember, it's No Shave November), you may still have a shot at winning Silver Moon Brewing's second annual beard competition. Accepting both real and fake beards (get creative, oh bare-chinned ones), this contest comes with the promise of cash and prizes. 7-10 pm. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave. No cover.

saturday 8

Cinderella

BALLET—While Cinderella may not seem like a Halloween story, the fairytale draws on many of the season's themes—giant pumpkins, costume balls, and fantastical transformations—to explore the triumph of a downtrodden but good-hearted girl over the evil designs of those more fortunate. The Eugene Ballet turns glass slippers into pointe shoes (because future princesses abhor practical footwear) when it brings its touring rendition of this classic tale to Bend. 7:30 pm. Bend High School Theater, 230 NE 6th St. $12-$42.

monday 10

Source Pie-Off

PIES—Last year, the Source's pie-off came down to a head-to-head competition between an apple pie and a chocolate bourbon pecan pie. Again, we'll choose the three best recipes submitted by our readers, and it will be up to a panel of judges to decide the winner. Bring your own pie hole to stuff! 7 pm. Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Lane #1. Free.

wednesday 12

Rebirth Brass Band

BRASS—Now here's a band that's truly "all about that bass." Founded by a tuba player, this iconic, Grammy Award-winning brass band puts the trombone up front and lets the low end drive while funky rhythms from two trumpets and a sax dance on top. Frequent guests of Jam in the Van (like NPR's "Tiny Desk Concerts," only in a funky van), these guys are the real deal. 8 pm. 51 NW Greenwood Ave. Domino Room. $17.

wednesday 12

Fortunate Youth, Thrive, Hydro

REGGAE—A glowing lineup of reggae-rock bands from Southern California. Los Angeles' Fortunate Youth are a super-group of musicians with a positive vibe that create a happy-go-lucky soundscape punctuated with steel drum. Thrive's pop hooks are undeniably catchy, easily causing convulsive arm waving and uncontrollable bouncing. 8 pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr. $10.

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