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ABC’s of Activism
While the world is far from silent right now, a lot of you are wondering how to get started in being more active, and how to educate yourself in the political and activist spheres. You might not be able to go back to civics class, but here’s a handy guide of terms to help you…
Sen. Ron Wyden visits the Source Weekly
Walking into the conference room at the Source Weekly in Bend, one of the first things people tend to notice is the kombucha on tap. It was the same when Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) visited on Feb. 22, 2017. We offered him some, but on this day the Senator was drinking just water. But he…
Advice Goddess, Amy Alkon — Science Meets Chinese Philosophy
On tonight’s show, science gets together with ancient Chinese philosophy, and it likes what it finds. Dr. Edward Slingerland, an internationally renowned Chinese philosophy expert, draws on both cutting-edge science and ancient Chinese strategies to show how our modern Western approach of striving our guts out doesn’t seem to lead to success or happiness. In…
Constituents pack Sen. Wyden’s local town halls
As he walked onto the stage at Sisters High School Monday to introduce Oregon Senator Ron Wyden (D), Sisters Mayor Chuck Ryan said the high school’s auditorium was the largest space they could obtain for the event. With a large turnout, it was clear that bigger spaces were necessary. Around 700 people attended Monday’s…
Bend’s Backyard Dump
For years, China Hat road which leads into the Deschutes National Forest has been a dumping ground. It’s not uncommon to find abandoned vehicles, used washers and driers, bed springs, mattresses, computer screens and TV’s dumped in the woods off China Hat. Not only is it an illegal dumping ground, but the area is used…
Eat Like You Give a Damn
When it comes down to it, nearly every daily choice you make can be a chance to impact the world—including choosing the food you put on your plate. How we choose to eat can be an activist act in 2017, if you rely less on the Walmart and more on the farmers market or your…
Yellow Jackets
The Yellowjackets have been together for decades, and while some of their line-up has changed multiple times over, their sound has stayed remarkably consistent. Formed in 1977 and originally known as the Robben Ford Group, the Los Angeles jazz group has released 26 albums since 1981, and has won numerous Grammy awards. The original lineup…
This is Not a Drill
“The greatest hope for humanity lies not in condemning violence but in making violence obsolete.” —JAMILA RAQIB When I was 20 I was pepper sprayed by the Bend Police Department and charged with inciting a riot. The “riot” was silly and the charges were eventually dropped, but I still remember the hiss of that spray…
Source Spotlight: Paul Dewey
On the night of the presidential election, Paul Dewey admits he was deeply saddened and concerned about how the results would affect the world. The next morning, he responded the same way he has for more than 30 years — by going to work to protect the local environment. Dewey is the executive director of…
Cascade Wedding Guide 2017
Welcome to the first year of the Cascades Wedding Show (formerly known as the Central Oregon Wedding Show). As the event’s new producers, everyone at Lay It Out Events is excited to share our modern approach to this much-loved tradition, and highlight the talented professionals in our area who can help you realize the wedding…
GUNG HO FOR SHOWS:
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,…
Bend Home Prices Continue Upward Climb in January
The Beacon report, a monthly report based on Multiple Listing Service (MLS) statistics, recently released January 2017 market statistics. The statistics are based on single family homes on lots less than 1 acre and do not include condos or manufactured homes. According to the report, the median price for Bend single family homes continued an…
Letters 2/8-2/15
In Response to, Ladies of Lead (2/9) Real cowgirls or real facts. The attraction to being one of those strong “Ladies of Lead” like the one in the photo strikes us Americans easily. We are an independent lot that thinks that by holding a gun like a cowboy, in a great picture, we’ll be forever…
Boneyards Busy Winter
Boneyard Beer, the standard-bearer for good IPA across the mighty state of Oregon, has—in its own words—been “going event-crazy” for the whole month of February. The results are putting the hometown brewer on the map, not just across the Pacific Northwest, but also allowing the brand to quite literally brush shoulders with the world’s best.…
Drop Some Knowledge for Science — Take part in the Greater Backyard Bird Count
Believe it or not, citizen scientists are on a roll. The National Audubon Society, in its quest to learn more about birds around our homes, has asked John Q. Public to help it understand what’s going on among metropolitan bird populations by taking part in the the Greater Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Each year, on…
Run Dammit!
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…
Moving from Activism to Office
Open school board spot: It’s nice to see so much engagement in a local race Say what you want about the last election cycle. Say it was a travesty. Say it was a triumph. But whatever you say about it all, you cannot say that it was yet another round of politics as usual. The…
20/40/60: Do Like the Canadians Do
It was just a few weeks ago when members of the Bend Curling Club added a new listing to our calendar, looking to boost the numbers for their club, which meets several times a week at The Pavilion in Bend. Since no one has yet proposed building a wall between us and Canada, we thought…
Picks 2/15-2/23
Tony Smiley Winterfest Pre-Party Thursday 16 LOOP NINJA — If you’re raring to go for this year’s Winterfest, this will settle your Thursday night pre-party jitters. Smiley, also known as the Loop Ninja, loops his way through genres including rock, hip- hop, reggae, fusion, 80s and more. Come for the music; stay for the awesome…
Maybe a Superhero Will Save Us!
Lego Batman might not be the hero we need, but he’s the hero we deserve. In a city where super villains run rampant and the police and regular citizens are helpless to stop them, we need a masked vigilante to step up and protect us. I’m not talking about Bernie Sanders and Washington, D.C., I’m…
The Art of Raising a Ruckus
I’ve always believed that movies could change the world, which is part of the reason why I can never be cynical about them. Sure, the motion picture industry is a business and a vast majority of films are calibrated to achieve a maximum profit, but sometimes, genuine art sneaks through the studio notes and the…
Happy Hour Guide – Winter 2017
When the snow’s piling up there’s a good chance you’re spending your free time outside playing. But as the dark descends it’s time to get happy by stopping off at one of Central Oregon’s many happy hour spots. There are so many in fact that you might need your own per sonal tour guide to…
Side Notes: How to Rock a Town Hall 2/15-23
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The Tomorrow Show: Activism can actually be funny!
You can’t stop Donald Trump from occupying the White House (yet). Betsy DeVos? Hired. Kellyanne Conway? Please. Too late for all that. But luckily, no one’s outlawed laughter. Yet. And parody’s still thriving. Who do we thank for this good fortune? You might want to start with cartoonist Dan Perkins, who writes under the name…
Buying Cannabis – Past, Present and Future
A couple weekends ago I hosted a tour of cannabis dispensaries. The attendees ranged in age from 22 to 70+. Among the tour takers, some had never been to a dispensary and some had been to over three dozen. The older tour takers chatted with me about the wonder and majesty of being able to…
BOOK TALK: Activism Talks
Ready for some civil disobedience, but need guidance on how to get started? Here are five books to get you going—no matter what your politics. “The Activist’s Handbook: Winning Social Change In The 21st Century (2nd ed.)” by Randy Shaw “A Field Guide To Lies: Critical Thinking In The Information Age” by Daniel Levitin “Hope…
Protest Songs
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…
