Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. Puccini’s La Boheme March 10-11 Whether you’re a seasoned opera buff or not, La Boheme is one of the oldest and most quintessential works in the genre. And you’re in luck, because it comes to Redmond this March! Brought to you through a collaboration from OperaBend, […]
Magdalena Bokowa
Freelancer at the Source Weekly
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Run Dammit!
Ready to tackle local politics? Here’s advice on how to run from women in the know
In this polarizing political climate, there’s been a steep increase in feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Feelings of anxiety, conflict between friends and family and even depression, anger and violence leave many at a loss. But if you’re passionate about change, you can take that feeling of powerlessness and shift it into empowerment. On May […]
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Protest Songs
Political turmoil yields great music
A glass cage of emotion, you say? There’s a reason the best songs are usually about breakups, hardships or hey, tough political times. Political injustice and activism have long inspired musicians to produce important songs that still resonate long after the turmoil is over. Using music as a tool for protest isn’t anything new—but with […]
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Amy Alkon — Stop Letting Fear Ruin Your Relationships
Amy Alkon HumanLab — The Science Between Us, a weekly show with the luminaries of behavioral science and therapy. Tonight’s show will help you stop pushing potential partners away by exploring why you do that and explaining how you can stop. Psychologist Dr. Michelle Skeen explores how our “core beliefs” can set the stage for […]
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GUNG HO FOR SHOWS
4 Peaks Music Festival Lineup & More
Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. 4 Peaks Music Festival June 15 – 18 FESTIVAL — Jam band and new grass enthusiasts rejoice! Your local go-to festival is celebrating its 10th year by announcing a stellar lineup that includes 90s progressive rock greats, moe. and Americana-bluegrass favorites, Railroad Earth. Expect the sets […]
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Charter Review
What you should know about changing Bend’s City Charter
Ever wonder why we’re the largest Oregon city without an elected mayor, or speculated on why there are only two council members representing the east side compared to the five from the west side? Thought about running for council but economic factors barred you from considering it, since it’s essentially a volunteer position? All of […]
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BREAKING NEWS — Gov. Kate Brown Signs Executive Order to Safeguard Immigrants
Citing her alarm by recent anti-immigrant measures that are “contrary to Oregon’s longstanding commitment to inclusion of and hospitality toward vulnerable populations,” Gov. Kate Brown signed an executive order strengthening policies that instruct state employees “to perform everyday duties mindful of Oregon’s welcoming and inclusive position towards all. The order also requires state agencies to […]
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Acca-scuse me?
Bend A Cappella Festival Embraces Diversity
A cappella. Let’s face it— it tends to evoke squeaky-clean images of the television show “Glee,” featuring high school kids with tucked-in collared shirts, coiffed hair and toothy grins. Not so. Picture this instead: Bold beatboxing, genres from R&B to electronica and entrancing upbeat performances where it’s hard to distinguish the voice from a traditional […]
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Connecting the Disconnect, Homeless Voices
Stories from the Central Oregon Homeless Population
Last week, the Homeless Leadership Coalition (HLC) held a Point-In-Time Count throughout Oregon to survey those who are homeless. A complex issue, the definition of homelessness encompasses those who have no permanent housing, whether sheltered or unsheltered—sleeping on streets, living out of cars, motels and campsites. The annual effort is twofold: to gather data to […]
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The Evolutionary Psychology Of Looking Sexy, with Amy Alkon & Dr. Verdolin
HumanLab: The Science Between Us — a weekly science-based podcast. Join us tonight for a fun look at the science of attraction, and learn how to look hot to the people you want — without becoming the indentured servant of some plastic surgeon until you’re 90. About the show: This is a very special every-other-Sunday-night show with […]