Calendar
Wednesday Trivia Fun at Prost! Bend 7pm
Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m.
Prost! – Bend, 40 SW Century Dr., Bend
TRIVIA
Every other Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m. Continues through March 3
Pinky G’s Pizzeria, 719 SE Third St., Bend
Karaoke
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
The Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend
Trivia Night
Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m.
Hosmer Bar, 1415 NE 3rd St., Bend
The latest
Redmond High School a Finalist in T-Mobile Sweepstakes
Vote daily until Sunday, Oct. 25 to help the Redmond Panthers win the $1 million sweepstakes
Mobile Dog Gym Offers Workouts, Cancer-Patient Support in Central Oregon
Bend Barks & Rec provides on-site workouts for dogs and offers complimentary weekly sessions for cancer patients’ canines
Rare Brain Surgery Gives Cat New Lease on Life
New Jersey feline travels to Bend’s VRCCO for life-saving surgery performed in only a handful of U.S. veterinary hospitals
Food and Drink
A Little Comfort, Shared Around the Table
In times of unimaginable loss, food can be one small way we care for one another
Full Steam Ahead: News from the World of Coffee and Tea
Openings, closings and a fun event centered around a quality cuppa
Between Two Buns: The Bend Foodie’s Guide to Sandwich Week (changed to Nov. 12-18)
From sizzling tri-tip and Japanese pork katsu to breakfast sandwiches worth getting out of bed for, Bend’s sandwich scene is bringing plenty to the table
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
cULTURE & COLUMNS
Free Will Astrology, Week of October 22, 2026
In the coming days, I hope you’ll step directly into the muck and bring the passionate contributions of a devotee who’s invested in the outcome
The Kids We Tuck Away
We built a system that isn’t designed for children who struggle
Handmade Magic
The lessons of Laika and “Wildwood,” plus six picks for comfort movies to watch with the kids
Free Will Astrology, Week of Oct. 15, 2026
“Where in my life do I most need a clean beginning?”
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
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
Business News / sponsored content
Cascades East Transit Offers Fare-Free Bend Service to Support Community
No pass or fare needed, simply board
Trio Zimbalist Makes Central Oregon Debut in HDCM Concert Series
Hear them play Nov. 8th at the First Presbyterian Church
NAMI to Host Processing Group for Silver Rail Parents
All are welcome, no registration required
Save the Date: Bend Chamber’s Impact Conference Nov. 13
Anja Taylor, President of Kinesis, is this year’s keynote speaker
Current Issues
Special Issues & Guides
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Video & Podcasts
LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Claudia Hinz🎧
Journalist and Author
LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Dennis McGregor🎧
Artist, Musician, and Children’s Book Author
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BendTicket.com Events
Feminine Rage: a variety show
Thu., Oct. 22, 7-9 p.m.
Craft Kitchen and Brewery, 62988 NE Layton Ave., Bend
The Crazy Happy Silly Funny Nerdy Show: A Comedy Focused Variety Show
Fri., Oct. 23, 7-9 p.m.
Oregon Spirit Distillery, 740 NE 1st St, Bend
Bend Bachelor Comedy Show
Fri., Oct. 30, 8-9:30 p.m.
Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave Ste 103, (no city)
Bend Burlesque Company presents: Fears and Fantasies
Fri., Oct. 30, 8-10 p.m.
High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave., Redmond
