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Savannah Mendoza

Savannah is a creative-based photographer and journalist in beautiful Bend, Oregon. She's a native from Portland and a proud University of Oregon Alumni who loves hiking, going to cute coffee shops and spends most of her free time pursuing photography! She's passionate about the outdoors, wellness, music and romanticizing life.

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Gnome-Inspired Fun Awaits at The Little Woody

Celebrate Northwest craft beverages and community spirit over Labor Day weekend
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Labor Day weekend in Bend is about to get a whole lot more whimsical with the return of The Little Woody Festival. This beloved event blends the best of aged beer, cider and whiskey with gnome-inspired costumes, live music, a beer run and interactive games, all while celebrating the community spirit of the Northwest. “The […]

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Jeshua Marshall’s Oregon Folk Fest Debuts in Bend

The two-day festival at Silver Moon Brewing highlights folk talent from near and far
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Longtime Bend musician Jeshua Marshall, known for his dynamic presence in the local music scene, is launching the inaugural Oregon Folk Fest at Silver Moon Brewing. The two-day festival, running from Aug. 23-24, is set to celebrate local talent and redefine what folk music means. I spoke with Marshall to discuss his vision for the […]

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Best Non-Alcoholic Beer

Crux Fermentation Project – NØMØ
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Set on a small hill facing the Cascade mountain range, Crux Fermentation Project is a brewpub for both locals and visitors, offering refreshing beers and a variety of food trucks outside. Non-Alcoholic beers are on the rise, and Crux Fermentation Project has created a completely rebranded lineup of non-alcoholic brews with striking outdoor-themed labeling and […]

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Best Bartender

Buck Bales – D&D Bar & Grill
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D&D Bar & Grill, one of Bend’s oldest and most notorious bars, is celebrated for its homey neighborhood tavern atmosphere, stiff drinks and as a popular destination for the Friday and Saturday night bar-hopping crowd. A familiar face to regulars is Buck Bales, one of Bend’s beloved bartenders who continues to pour memories and drinks. […]

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Best Place to Remote Work

The Haven
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As remote work becomes more of the norm, coworking spaces are emerging as vital hubs for productivity and community. This year, we introduced “Best Place to Remote Work” as a new category in the Source Weekly’s Best of Central Oregon readers’ poll. Coworking spaces often provide Wi-Fi, printers, conference rooms and quiet spaces for phone […]

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The Jauntee Brings Funky Rock Music and Jam Band Magic to Bend

Lead Vocalist Caton Sollenberger discusses the band’s evolution, new projects and fresh tunes with a lot of improv
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The Jauntee, a Colorado-based jam band known for its funky rock grooves and psychedelic tunes, was formed in Boston around 2010. As the band prepares for its upcoming performance at Volcanic Theatre Pub in Bend on Aug. 22, alongside The Spencer Marlyn Band, lead vocalist and guitarist Caton Sollenberger spoke with the Source Weekly about […]

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Exploring Evergreen: Mt. Bachelor’s New Trail for Hikers and Bikers

A multi-use trail offering stunning views for locals and visitors
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Last week, I spent a delightful afternoon at Mt. Bachelor exploring the new Evergreen trail, a mixed-used path for hiking and downhill mountain biking. Taking the chairlift up to Pine Marten Lodge, I watched mountain bikers below, feeling a thrill of anticipation. From the lodge, I made my way to the trailhead just west of […]

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Rocking Through The Years: Smash Mouth’s Ongoing Legacy

Catch the band’s iconic music hits live at General Duffy’s
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And all that glitters is gold, only shooting stars break the mold.” You may recognize those lyrics from Smash Mouth’s late ’90s hit song, “All-Star.” Smash Mouth, an American rock band from San Jose, California, was formed in 1994 and is still rockin’ as ever. The band comes to perform at General Duffy’s on Aug. […]

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Compelling Artist Brings Her Inspiring Musical Journey to Bend

Two nights of transformative music from Allison Russell, who opens for Tyler Childers
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A Canadian singer, poet and activist, Allison Russell is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter deeply rooted in the folk community. The Grammy-award winning artist weaves stories and tales through the medium of music. On Aug. 10 and 11, Russell performs at Hayden Homes Amphitheater supporting Tyler Childers on tour. Russell’s story is nothing short of inspiring. She […]

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