PICK: Dirty Bourbon River Show
tuesday 12 Dirty Bourbon River Show BRASS—The self-described “New Orleans Gypsy Brass Circus Rock” band (‘cause we live in a post-singular adjective musical world) combines serious musical chops with a playful attitude—no doubt honed through its six-month burlesque residency. Dirty Bourbon River Show is the kind of band you’d want leading your funeral procession. (Who…
PICK: Him & Her Comedy Tour
monday 11 The Him & Her Tour COMEDY—With a saucy mouth and racy jokes, Barbara Gray sets a conversationally hilarious tone. In the Him & Her Tour, Gray is joined in frank tone and naughtiness by fellow comedian Dave Ross and his keen observations about the everyday. Presented by Bend Comedy. 8 pm. Summit Saloon,…
PICK: Oregon Observatory at Sunriver
ASTRONOMY—With 11 telescopes trained on the summer skies, the annual Perseid Shower racing across the night, and a full August moon, do you really need more reasons to take up star gazing? 9-11 pm. Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver. $8 adults; $6 children ages 2-12.
PICK: Know Local Authors
sunday 10 Know Local Authors WORDS—As part of its Second Sunday series, the Deschutes Public Library presents Central Oregon writers for a meet-and-great. Among the local literary luminaries are Dave Edlund (author of alternative energy thriller “Crossing Savage”), Sisters poet Marean Jordan, and award-winning children’s author Kai Strand. Authors will read from and discuss their…
PICK: Flashback Cruz
saturday 9 Flashback Cruz VROOM VROOM—Ever miss the days of cruising for tail in your dad’s 1950 T-Bird with the leather bench seats? Weather you partook, or were the product of those slow-rolling American mating rituals, everyone can enjoy looking at some shiny old classic cars and dragsters screaming the wrong way down Wall Street.…
PICK: Elton John tribute
TRIBUTE—In 1977, Elton John pulled a Michael Jordan and announced he was retiring at the top of his game—which would have been fine. The 1970s were Elton John’s best work—fun, smart, catchy ditties—and this is the period of time that Kenny Metcalf, Elton John impersonator extraordinaire, pulls from. 8 pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall.…
PICK: The Princess Bride
friday 8 The Princess Bride MOVIE—One of the most quotable films of all time, cult classic fairy tale The Princess Bride is screening as part of the second annual Sunriver Twilight Cinema series. If you haven’t seen the film (inconceivable!), that changes now. Or not. As you wiiiiiiish! (But really, how can you go wrong…
PICK: Shook Twins (Munch & Music)
Shook Twins MUSIC—Too sexy and smirky snarky to be earnest folk singers, and too cute and full of sunshine for a full court press of Goth music, the Shook Twins are crafting their own style—compositions with warbling guitars, plucky banjos and increasingly complex harmonization. Second to last Munch and Music for the season. 5:30 pm.…
Show us Your Spokes Ticket Giveaway!
The Source is giving away two pairs of tickets to Parrilla Grill’s Show us Your Spokes concert series sponsored by Deschutes Brewery and Rise Up International. The tickets are good for any of the upcoming shows including the recently reunited locals Harley Bourbon on Aug. 16 and MoWo (who doesn’t love MoWo? We’ll say it…if…
John Butler Trio Ticket Giveaway!
Hey Bend! Do you love John Butler Trio? Do you want to win tickets to his show by doing little to nothing at all except clicking around on the internet? Well, you’re in luck! The Source is giving away a pair of tickets for the Peak Summer Night concert at the Athletic Club of Bend…
Got big feelings about the Bend UGB? Share them with this handy dandy survey!
The City of Bend is in the process of revising its Urban Growth Boundary plan and wants feedback from the community. If you can’t make it to public meetings to share your view, there’s a handy online survey just waiting for your big feelings. (Or small feelings—the city says you can spend two minute to…
Pickathon 2014 Photos
Pickathon 2014 proved that putting on a non-corporate, eco-friendly, well crafted music festival without a bad artist on the lineup is still a possibility in a sea of tragedies and disasters (read here and here) and music festivals that are quickly separating themselves away from the counterculture movements that helped to start them. Here are some photos…
What in the World: Tribal Politics, Abortion Access, and Tunnel Wars
POLITICS: Joe Pakootas (D) is the first tribal member to ever make a serious bid for Congress in Washington. He’s not expected to unseat five-term incumbent Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R), but his campaign—and story—is still noteworthy. (Al-Jazeera) ABORTION: A portion of an Alabama law that sought to require abortion providers to have admitting privileges at a…
Friday Mixtapes! (That’s right, TWO!)
Two Friday Mixtapes; one for dogs one for humans.
Short Film “Let It Move” Features Sisters Sculptor Skip Armstrong
Sisters-based master sculptor Skip Armstrong is the subject of a short documentary film, “Let It Move,” highlighting his art and inspiration—including footage of his badass and amazingly precise chainsaw wielding. Check it out below and read our 2011 profile of the artist here. J. Chester Armstrong – “LET IT MOVE” from IGNITE on Vimeo.
Bend Firefighters Respond to Sweet Saigon Kitchen Fire
Bend Fire & Rescue responded to a kitchen fire at Sweet Saigon (915 NW Wall St) at about 11:15 this morning. No word yet on damages, but the fire appeared to be completely under control within about 10 minutes. With fire danger levels at “extreme,” prompt responses like these help prevent smaller fires from burning out…
What in the World: Cease Fire, Ebola, Bad Spies, and Facebook Problems
ISRAEL-HAMAS: A 72-hour cease fire between Israeli forces and Hamas reportedly failed within about 90 minutes, following an Israeli attack in Gaza and the subsequent capture of an Israeli soldier. Each side claims the other was the first to violate the cease fire and that they were only defending themselves. (CNN) EBOLA: The U.S. State…
Best Movie of the Summer?
PEW PEW PEW! Comic Book Movies Are Supposed to Be Fun, Remember? by Vince Mancini After the thump-grimace-exposition-repeat pattern that turned Captain America: The Winter Soldier into such a self-serious snooze (that everyone nonetheless seemed to love), I worried I might be done with the Marvel universe. In fact, between all of Cap 2’s winking…
Performing at Pickathon: Nashville’s Diarrhea Planet
Poop-Stars Pop-punk Diarrhea Planet holler their way into hearts How many guitars is too many guitars? No such thing, said Jordan Smith, singer and guitarist (aren’t they all?) for Nashville’s young aggressive arena rockers Diarrhea Planet. Four guitars is the lucky number for the band, and Smith explained that the quartet doesn’t feel like overkill.…
District 54 Candidates Knute Buehler and Craig Wilhelm Face Off Tuesday in Bend Chamber Debate
One way or another, voters will be getting a new representative for House District 54. Rep. Jason Conger (R), who currently fills that seat, will be returning to his law practice following his defeat to Monica Wehby in the Oregon Senate primary election. District 54 candidates Republican Knute Buehler and Democrat Craig Wilhelm will debate…
What in the World: Presidential Lawsuit, Hunger Games Soundtrack, and a Local Robbery
LAWSUIT: The U.S. House of Representatives is moving forward with a lawsuit against President Barack Obama for delaying certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act. House Speaker John Boehner has argued that the President’s use of executive orders violates the separation of powers. Five Republicans opposed the otherwise party line vote of 225-201. (CNN) HUNGER…
Eye Witness Account: SWILL Beer Explosion!
While some of you haters may say that I had it coming—what, for liking 10 Barrel’s Swill beer and all, a not terribly popular “radler” that is essentially a grapefruit juice watered-down summer drink. But here’s the rub: I love the “beer.” It is lighter and I can drink more in one sitting. I’d even…
Bri Brey’s Picakthon 2014 Preview
Oregon’s premiere music festival, Pickathon is this weekend and I couldn’t be more excited. The three-day, eco-concious festival for the NPR crowd takes place on Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley, Ore. just 30 minutes south of Portland. With over 50 bands slated to play multiple sets throughout the weekend on seven stages, the lineup can be…
Made for TV Boobie
What do fashion design, house flipping, pimping out your car, catching Alaskan King Crab, dating Flavor Flav, extreme sports and cooking have in common? That’s right, they are all the subjects of successful reality television shows. And now add body painting to that list. And add local painter Natalie Fletcher (along with the winner of…
PEW, PEW, PEW!
After the thump-grimace-exposition-repeat pattern that turned Captain America: The Winter Soldier into such a self-serious snooze (that everyone nonetheless seemed to love), I worried I might be done with the Marvel universe. In fact, between all of Cap 2’s winking references to Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (GRR, BRAND SYNERGY!) and Edgar Wright being forced out of…
Metal as Hell
On Aug. 2 and 3, the Central Oregon Metal Arts Guild (COMAG) is having its 13th annual show at the Oxford Hotel and it is going to melt your face—if your face is made of metal. Metal working is ancient and can be traced all the way back to 8700 BCE with the discovery of…
Brain Dead
Picture your college roommate Seth. You know, the incorrigible stoner who could spend hours waxing philosophic on the tiniest particles of the universe? And how each of these particles make up the very fabric of life? Hence the most powerful person in the world is basically the atomic twin of a fly alighting on a…
Whatever, Mom
Sorry, but your mother was right. And so was mine. I didn’t even make it six months as a parent without using the cliché momism on my own child; what a shameful, pathetic rationalization to give to an infant. But hey, you’ll understand when you have kids of your own. I used to despise children…
Film Events 7/31-8/7
Dragon Ball Z: Battle of the Gods When last we checked in with our Dragon’s Ballz, there were people yelling and flexing and making with the punching. This is the eighteenth animated feature film based on the Dragon Ball series and the first one in 17 years to receive a (extremely limited) theatrical release. Battle…
Our Picks 7/31-8/7
thursday 31 Josh Turner COUNTRY—If we were crude, we’d call this country crooner a panty-dropper. Instead, let’s just say that his rich, bass vocals and handsome mug have a way of raising the hairs on the back of your neck. When the Nashville-born singer tells you “Everything is Fine,” you’re inclined to believe him. 6…
Yakety-Yak
Miss Tess isn’t a traveling schoolteacher with a nasty class of disobedient students, the Talk Backs. Rather, the Brooklyn, NY, musician is a smooth-singing troubadour, influenced by only the best blues and country-western virtuosos. Her most recent album, The Love I Have For You, is a tribute of sorts to those formative musicians featuring six…
Can A Mormon and Republican De-Throne Governor Kitzhaber?
With Oregon’s general elections about 100 days away, gubernatorial candidate Rep. Dennis Richardson recently stopped by our offices to talk about his reasons for running for governor, economic development and his stand on social issues. A graduate of Brigham Young University’s law school and a trial lawyer for more than 30 years, Richardson also has…
Source Suggests 7/31-8/7
Theory of a DeadmanEli Young Band The musical guests of the Deschutes County Fair offer something for everyone, just so long as everyone listens to top 40 radio. Theory of a Deadman is a Canadian alternative band in the vein of Nickelback and Puddle of Mudd, counting #1 hits, “Bad Girlfriend,” and “Lowlife,” both heavy…
Dog’s Best Friend
Bend’s dog population finally has a place to cool its paws with last week’s opening of the Bob Wenger Memorial Spray Park at Pine Nursery Park. The first water feature for dogs in the Bend Park and Recreation District, the spray park includes hydrant-shaped fountains to create a fun and cooling climate for canines. “Bend…
Don’t Judge a Band By Its Cover
It’s hard to imagine two people who do loosely the same thing being more different than Giles Taylor and Doug Benson. Taylor, a classically trained actor and musician from the UK, plays the stunning role of Freddie Mercury in the show, “Queen—It’s a Kinda Magic,” while Benson, a former hard-traveling optical engineer from San Diego,…
Political Paws
A wise human once said, “Behind every great leader there stands a great dog.” To find out who’s really running this city, we interviewed some of Bend’s top dogs and discovered what really makes them tick—and what ticks them off. It should be noted that some city leaders do not have dogs (we’re not sure…
Out of Town 7/31-8/7
portland saturday 2 Oregon Burlesque Festival Headlined by Canadian burlesque star Lydia De Carllo, the inaugural Oregon Burlesque Festival packs a professional punch with producers Tana the Tattooed Lady, Holly Dai and Ellie Darling. The weekend-long event kicks off Thursday at the Funhouse Lounge with a newcomers and local talent expose. Friday’s show highlights the…
Up In the Air—A Bird? A Plane? A Dog!
Although your mother probably doesn’t recommend hitchhiking, for JD Platt it turned out to be a life changer—in the best possible way. A lifelong and professional snowboarder, in 1996, Platt was hitchhiking back from Mt. Bachelor and a woman picked him up. As an icebreaker, he asked an innocent question—what do you do for a…
Dog Days of Summer
Editor’s Note For as many pets as there are, people have reasons why they “adopted” them. For me, 13 years ago, I had recently broken off my engagement to be married, and needed a reminder that life is wonderful after all. I picked up an American bulldog, and named her Zuzu, and for the next…
A Rawhide a Day Keeps the Veterinarian Away
Summer is a great time to live in Central Oregon, inviting warm days and long evenings. Yes, have fun, but be safe by being aware of potential health hazards. A few reminders: Cheat grass (bromus tectorum) is an invasive grass found everywhere in Central Oregon. It grows in long stalks with brushy stickers on the ends.…
Doggie Style
To get the down-and-dirty on pet grooming and etiquette, the Source went to the horse’s, er, dog’s, mouth for some style advice, with the help of Gracie, a nine-year-old Boxer, and Chuck, a six-year-old Australian Shepard, both owned by Lacey, the lead groomer at Muddy Paws Bathhouse. Starting this month, the “Doggie Style” will be…
Get Yer Dawg On!
When Dawg Grog, the liquid canine vitamin treat, first hit the local market two years ago this month, it brought to my mind a question: Would cats like it? Dawg Grog inventor Daniel Keeton says the elixir—comprised of brewers wort (malted barley water) from Boneyard Brewery, vegetarian K9 glucosamine, trace mineral supplements, and Oregon mountain…
Trust us, we’re from the federal government
That line, while once intended to inspire confidence, instead has transformed into a punch line for Hollywood blockbusters like Men in Black and TV shows like “Person of Interest.” Yet, as comic as that adage may have become, it also is an important reality and force that steers public policies and infrastructure decisions for the…
Letters 7/23-7/29
IN REPLY TO “TROUBLE ON THE REZ” (7/9) The reservation has overcome many obstacles and sincerely tries to provide for its members, but their image to the public and to themselves could be improved a degree. The buildings seen from the highway are not attractive to the traveling public nor to the tribal members. Either improve…
I’ve Never…Gone Sailing
As a child, I didn’t spend much time on boats. In fact, if you don’t count rides at Disneyland (e.g. Pirates of the Caribbean—before Johnny Depp made it sexy), I have been on a boat maybe five times in my entire life. Few enough, at least, that each experience can be prefaced by, “That one…
May You Never Have Scurvy Again
It’s about time Bend got a Laughing Planet. The Portland-based healthful food chain, beloved by Portlanders and Eugenians (is that right? Eugeners, Ducks?), for its long list of nutritious nourishing options, affordable price point and goofy vibe. All those merits seem like perfect additions to our active, creative, food-loving culture. For the uninitiated, Laughing Planet…
Go Here! 7/31-8/7
When temperatures soar, the Three Sisters Wilderness area provides us desert dwellers a multitude of quick opportunities to get away and cool down. The 20-mile Six Lakes/Pacific Crest Trail/Mink Lake Loop can be done as an overnighter, but spreading it out over two allows time enough to truly take in the pristine clarity of the…
Be Still
When an artist loses a loved one, feelings are expressed through the art. Poems and books written; drawings and paintings created; music made. This cycle-of-life inspired art and craft can be as grand as the pyramids of Egypt or as humble as a child’s drawing of a lost pet. Be Still from Ale Apothecary is…
Hummingbird Moth Season Is Coming
It is that time of year when the emails and phone calls start arriving about moths: “Mr. Anderson (or Jim), I found this big green caterpillar about the size of a cigar in my yard—what is this thing!?” In some parts of the US of A it is known as the “tobacco hornworm,” but around…
Editor’s Note: Dogs Have Taken Over Our Paper!
For as many dogs as there are people have reasons they “adopted” them. For me, thirteen years ago, I had recently broken off my engagement to be married, and needed to a reminder that life is wonderful after all. I picked up an American bulldog, and named her Zuzu, and for the next decade she…
