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Karaoke
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend
Musicians Open Mic
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.
M&J Tavern, 102 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
Karaoke with Christina
Wednesdays, Thursdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
The Astro Lounge, 939 NW Bond St., Bend
Musician’s Open Showcase
Wed., Nov. 4, 6-9 p.m., Wed., Nov. 11, 6-9 p.m., Wed., Nov. 18, 6-9 p.m. and Wed., Nov. 25, 7-9 p.m.
The Commonwealth Pub, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend
The latest
Incumbent Kebler Claims Big Lead in Bend Mayor Race on Election Night
Kebler had 70% of the vote after initial results were released
Kotek Takes Commanding Lead Over Drazan in Early Election Returns
The governor appears poised to overcome a low popularity rating in a rematch of 2022 nominees
Redmond Mayoral Race Set to Go to Incumbent While City Council Seats Up for Grabs
Mayor Ed Fitch appears to land his fourth term in office, while winner of at least one City Council seat is still up in the air
Incumbents Set to Hold onto Oregon House District 53 and 54 Seats
Democrats score key wins as Emerson Levy holds onto District 53, and Jason Kropf wins an uncontested race for District 54
Food and Drink
From Harvest to Table: A Mexican Family Feast Brings Culture and Community Together
A hands-on workshop shares food traditions, family stories and practical skills that connect generations
Wine Doesn’t Need More Drinkers. It Needs More Curious Ones.
As younger adults rethink their drinking habits and Oregon wineries face a challenging market, I believe wine’s future depends less on consumption and more on curiosity.
A Wild Time at the Chili Cookoff
Think Wild’s fall fundraiser has cooks competing for bragging rights in five categories
M’s Bakery Opening Second Location
New spot in Cascade Village will serve as a community gathering place, its owners hope
cULTURE & COLUMNS
Shop, Stroll and Enjoy Halloween Trick-or-Treating and Festivities
A plethora of local businesses will hand out candy and host fun, family-friendly events Oct. 31
20 Years on the ‘Front Lines of Joy’
Gabe Johnson, musician and promoter who founded Parallel 44 Presents, gets set to mark 1,500 shows and two decades of sharing the love of music
A Place to Honor the Dead
Día de los Muertos events have been happening in Central Oregon for years. Amid ICE presence and the fallout of a school shooting, this year’s event offers a safe space for celebration and community healing.
Local Couple Transforms Yard Into a Spooky, Haunted Attraction Each Halloween
The house on Brianne Place is the sight of a creepy walk-through attraction that delights young and old alike while helping raise funds for FAN
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mUSIC
The War and Treaty: Country, Soul, Gospel and Rock
Crooning couple Michael and Tanya Trotter return to Central Oregon to play the Tower Theatre
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
Warm Gadget Reclaims the Stage
After eight long years, the band is back in the spotlight – if only for one night
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Waste Production Grants are Available to Deschutes County Schools
Awards of up to $2,000 will be available, per project
Four Wins in a Row for Oregon’s Bats
This is the fourth year in a row that an Oregon contestant has won the contest put on by the Bureau of Land Management
Rock the Holidays with Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer
See it live December 9th at the Tower Theatre
Central Oregon Collective Launches Housing Repair & Safety Initiative
Central Oregon Collective is a nonprofit organization serving adults with
intellectual and developmental disabilities
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Video & Podcasts
LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Sara Odendahl🎧
CEO of the Bend Chamber
LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Peter Geiser🎧
Environmental Advocate and Community Leader
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