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Tuesdays Trivia and Karaoke
Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m.
The Astro Lounge, 939 NW Bond St., Bend
Jesus Christ Taxi Driver
Tue., Sept. 29, 6-9 p.m.
Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
Tip of the Tongue Trivia
Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.
Beach Hut Deli, 852 NW Brooks St., Bend
Open Mic
Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.
The Cellar, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Bend
The latest
Free Will Astrology, Week of Oct. 1, 2026
Let’s make Libran writer Ursula K. Le Guin your patron saint.
Vote Lauren Connally for Deschutes County Commissioner, Pos. 3
Both candidates have strengths that would serve them well on this commission; however, our endorsement goes to Connally
Getting Wylde
Opening for Black Label Society Friday, Zakk Wylde talks about playing with Ozzy Osbourne and their mutual love of music
Deschutes County Offers $50,000 in Wildfire Risk Reduction Grants
Funding is aimed at helping communities clear flammable trees and bushes away from buildings
Food and Drink
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
Boneyard Closing Its Pub, Going Back to ‘Where It All Started’
Boneyard to focus on its original location on Lake Place
cULTURE & COLUMNS
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
Fall Festive Events Around Central Oregon
Check out a variety of Central Oregon events happening this fall before heading into the holiday season
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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: Ben Dullum🎧
Physical Therapist and Ultramarathon Runner
LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Selin Sevinç🎧
Bend Film Festival Programming Director
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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
