Calendar
Tip of the Tongue Trivia
Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.
Beach Hut Deli, 852 NW Brooks St., Bend
Karaoke
Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-1:15 a.m.
M&J Tavern, 102 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
Trivia Tuesdays at Elements Public House
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Elements Public House, 1857 NW Sixth St., Redmond
Karaoke
Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Dr., Bend
The latest
Fill Your Pantry Helps Locals Stock Up, Provide Food to Others
With 70,000 fewer Oregonians on SNAP benefits this year, annual event sets a big goal to provide more fresh local food
Underage E-motorcyclist in Critical Condition after Collision with Minivan
The 13-year-old was riding an illegal e-moto when he collided with a driver in Northeast Bend on Oct. 2
COCC Faculty, Administration Reach Tentative Salary Agreement to Avoid Strike
The new employment contract will raise full-time faculty salaries by 13% to 27%
Free Will Astrology, Week of October 8, 2026
Periodically, you have the cosmic right to receive precisely what you need
Food and Drink
Beers to Pair with Your Lava Rocks and Other Gut(ter) Bombs
Lava Lanes’ mound of fried apps is the new hotness
A Sweet New Reason to Rise and Shine at Dear Mom Cafe
The popular Thai restaurant on Century Drive now brings breakfast to the table
‘SURVing’ Up Better Hydration
Bendite crafts a new electrolyte beverage — without sugar or stevia
Fire Evacuation Sparks an Idea: Giving Back to Firefighters
Sisters seasoning company was born out of one family’s experience with evacuation, and gratitude for those who saved their home
cULTURE & COLUMNS
Sunriver Fungi Fest & Mushroom Show Finds a Home at SHARC
“Ex-spore” the fascinating world of fungi during Fungi Fest
Haunted by Shame: When Your Body Won’t Follow Your Mind
Let It fall: five gentle ways to give your body evidence of safety
Inaugural Music Series Set for Open Arts Center
Audiences will be treated to an intimate listening experience at the Bend arts hub
Getting Wylde
Opening for Black Label Society Friday, Zakk Wylde talks about playing with Ozzy Osbourne and their mutual love of music
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mUSIC
Warm Gadget Reclaims the Stage
After eight long years, the band is back in the spotlight – if only for one night
A Chat with the New Executive Director of SFF Presents
December Carson talks folk music, performing arts and her hopes for the Sisters Folk Festival, ahead of her first fest at the helm
Creative Rocket Fuel: A Chat with Stone Temple Pilots
The ’90s rockers open for Godsmack Sept. 22 in Bend.
High Desert Metal Festival Brings International Thrash and Local Talent to Bend
First-ever Central Oregon metal fest set to rock at Silver Moon
Business News / sponsored content
EXIT Realty Bend Welcomes New Team Members
Alex Bava and Micheal Dickey have joined the EXIT team as brokers
Fourth Friday Canned Wine Night to Benefit Feed Sisters
Makin’ it Local invites the community to drop off groceries before walking the galleries—and enjoy Oregon canned wine for a worthy cause
Mid Oregon Supplies 4 Schools Drive Empowers Success
Donations help local students receive supplies and tools for the school year
ADU Fair: From Ideas to Action on Oct. 6
The event will feature guest speakers, an ADU design showcase and raffles
Current Issues
Special Issues & Guides
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Video & Podcasts
LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Kevin Kraft🎧
Founder of Soundshala and Bend to Balance
LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Dave Flier🎧
Creator of The Rockin’ Dave Experience
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BendTicket.com Events
Big Sexy Movie Night: The Labyrinth
Thu., Oct. 8, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Funky Fauna Artisan Ales, 1125 NE 2nd St, Bend
Big Sexy Movie Night: The Labyrinth
Thu., Oct. 8, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Funky Fauna Artisan Ales, 1125 NE 2nd St, Bend
The Importance of Being Earnest
Sat., Oct. 10, 2-4:30 & 7-9:30 p.m.
Unity Community, 63645 Scenic Dr., Bend
3 Mics: One Stage. Three Mics. Three Kinds of Comedy.
Sat., Oct. 10, 7-9:30 p.m.
Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
