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Central Oregon's Pride Celebration has grown from a small picnic to a full day of inclusive fun

Let's start with the entertainment: Dykes on Bikes.

By Howard Leff Jun 22, 2017

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Summer Reads

Curl up in a hammock with one—or many—of these books this season

No big Russian classics here.

By Tom Beans, Dudley's BookShop Cafe Jun 22, 2017

Books

Picks of the Week

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Jun 22, 2017

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Opposing Views

A column on recent Oregon legislative bills has many on the defensive

Two weeks ago I wrote a column about two Oregon legislative bills, one that had just been signed into law, the other was imminent in passage.

By Josh Jardine Jun 22, 2017

Smoke Signals

Source Spotlight: Emily Carr

Poet and MFA Program Director, OSU-Cascades

Poet Emily Carr doesn't usually write about the places where she's currently living.

By Nicole Vulcan Jun 22, 2017

Source Spotlight

Out of Reach 2017 Report for Oregon

The National Low Income Housing Coalition's "Out of Reach" Report for 2017 shows that the median rental household in most Oregon counties cannot comfortably afford a two-bedroom apartment.

By Nick Nayne, Principal Broker Jun 22, 2017

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Bite Week Guide & Schedule

All you need to check out this year at Bite Week

Bite of Bend reveals hidden gems emerging in our culinary scene

Jun 21, 2017

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Gallery Alleys

More Outdoor Art on The Way—If You Know Where to Look

Like some fresh air with your art?

By Howard Leff Jun 14, 2017

Art Watch

Show Bookers

Peek inside the day-to-day operations of Bend music promoters and see what it takes to bring your favorite musicians to town

Before your favorite band comes to town, a lot of work goes into getting them here.

By Anne Pick Jun 14, 2017

Picks

Picks of the Week: June 15-21

4 Peaks Music Fest, Baby Easy-E, GoodLife Brewing Anniv Party and more

Check out our print calendar for even more events and things to do in Central Oregon!

Jun 14, 2017

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Thursdays-Saturdays, 7:30-10 p.m. Continues through June 30
@ Cascades Theatrical Company – Following the lives of a group of friends who face...
Pink Martini at the Les Schwab Amphitheater

Fri., June 30, 6 p.m.
@ Les Schwab Amphitheater – They just released their ninth studio album, Je dis oui!,...