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Karaoke with Christina
Wednesdays, Thursdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
The Astro Lounge, 939 NW Bond St., Bend
Live Irish Trad Music with The Ballybogs!
Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.
The Cellar, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Bend
Trivia Thursdays
Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.
Ponch’s Place, 62889 NE Oxford Ct., Bend
Stand-Up Comedy with Andy Hendrickson (from Late Night TV & Dry Bar Comedy)
Thu., Oct. 1, 7:30-9 p.m.
The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend
The latest
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
An Incoming ‘Super’ El Niño Points to a Snowy Winter in the Cascades. But There are Some Caveats.
Past events have resulted in good snow years, but scientists say the unprecedented state of the current El Niño makes snowfall harder to predict
Ready to Go? Pack an Emergency Kit for Evacuations and Everything Else
“PPP” for your next pursuit, whether playful or perilous
Food and Drink
‘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
Bistro Colette = French Comfort
From steak frites to a standout buckwheat crepe, the former Flights Wine Bar has a menu filled with satisfying classics and delicious surprises
A Little Bit of Italy
Mundrelli’s brings old-country flavor to a new location
cULTURE & COLUMNS
Getting Wylde
Opening for Black Label Society Friday, Zakk Wylde talks about playing with Ozzy Osbourne and their mutual love of music
Awakening Your Inner Hero: Are You Really Mad at Me?
A daily practice to dampen down the negative noise
Warm Gadget Reclaims the Stage
After eight long years, the band is back in the spotlight – if only for one night
Musings on Central Oregon Style
Three local makers of wearable goods talk fall fashion, fabric as sculpture and getting those creative juices flowing
Central Oregon deserves a strong local newsroom.
Help support investigative and public-interest journalism through the nonprofit Lay It Out Foundation.
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mUSIC
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
Train on Track With ‘Mad Dog in a Fog’
After a slew of hits in the aughts, Train debuts a new album the day the band visits Bend
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SAO Field Day Coming to OSU Cascades Oct. 3
Many of the games and activities are adapted for wheelchair users
Get a Taste of Oregon’s Wine Harvest at Amaterra’s Supper Session
The evening will feature a three-course, family-style dinner, along with tastings of this year’s wines currently in fermentation
Pacific Power Foundation Awards $20,600 to Central Oregon Organizations
Funding will help organizations further work to protect environment and strengthen community
Grand Opening for New Heart of Oregon Campus Sept. 30
The campus was designed with youth input and funded by the community
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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
The Importance of Being Earnest
Sat., Oct. 3, 2-4:30 & 7-9:30 p.m.
Sisters Firehouse Community Hall, 301 S Elm St, Sisters
Speedway Sleeper w/ guests Milton and Atillion
Sat., Oct. 3, 7-10 p.m.
Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
The Importance of Being Earnest
Sun., Oct. 4, 2-4:30 & 7-9:30 p.m.
High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave., Redmond
Big Sexy Movie Night: The Labyrinth
Thu., Oct. 8, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Funky Fauna Artisan Ales, 1125 NE 2nd St, Bend
