PICK: Alive After 5 Heart by Heart
Fresh off their Hall of Face induction (in 2013), Heart is touring again. Well, members of the original band…bassist Steve Fossen and original Heart drummer Mike Derosier. With 20 Top 40 hits, they have ingrained their songs so deeply into your brain over the decades that you probably don’t even realize that you already know…
PICK: The Weather Machine
sunday 13 The Weather Machine BEAVER STATE—Über -Oregonian Portlanders, The Weather Machine visited all 185 Oregon State parks in making the music video for “Back O’er Oregon.” With upbeat, folky and flowing tunes, the band may as well have penned the state anthem, perfect for the lush overcast valley or the sun-scorched high desert. 2:30 pm.…
PICK: Ira Walker
saturday 12 BLUES—Ira Walker is a renowned blues artist the magic touch when it comes to making a guitar cry every incarnation of the blues. Walker has paid his dues, playing with icons from Carlos Santana to Keb’ Mo to Steve Miller. He even co-wrote the hit “I Wanna Go Back,” for Edide Money. Now, Walker…
PICK: Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show
QUILTS—Both quilts and art shows have a reputation for being occasionally stuffy and not exactly a rollicking good time. The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show flips that script by highlighting a diverse array of original creations (more art than craft) and displaying them along the quaint downtown streets, so you don’t have to sacrifice a gorgeous summer day…
PICK: Horse racing!
Our advice: Always bet on a horse to place. Don’t go for all the money, or for the fancy bets. So much better than Kentucky Derby or bigtime racing, this is horse racing where you can stand feet from the horses and smell the . . um, victory. First post at 7:15 pm. Crook County…
PICK:Crawfest 2014
friday 11-saturday 12 Crawfest 2014 MUSIC FESTIVAL—The 7th annual music and food, art, swimming and music festival brings together local bands form A-to-Z, Allan Byer Project to The Wobblies and every letter and style in between (reggae funk from Necktie Killer rambling folk from Leif James pirate punk from Harley Bourbon . It’s a family friendly event, although tickets are for sale at…
PICK: Bend Summer Festival
FEST—Bend loves an excuse for a street fair and this is summer’s crown jewel. Taking over downtown with live music, artists, food, beer, kids activities and more, Bend Summer Festival brings maximum entertainment with minimal effort. Headliners Larry and His Flask, Patrick Lamb Band and Boxcar Stringband helm the fest’s three stages—main, jazz fusion and locals only. Grab an elephant ear, stroll…
Movie Recommendation: Sharknado!
Sharknado is exactly what it sounds like…TOTALLY AWESOMEBy Brianna Brey Have you ever wished for a fictional natural disaster so deadly, so dangerous, so filled with sharp, toothy goodness that it strikes fear in the hearts of Galeophobes? Look no further than Sharknado, a Syfy made for TV movie about a man, his estranged family,…
PICK: Fruition at Munch & Music
FREE CONCERT—The Portland-based string-infused quartet Fruition, comprised of whiskey drinking vagabonds, brings its bluegrass America to Bend for the first Munch & Music of its 24th season. Local food and drink vendors satisfy the crowd’s physical appetites while the band meets their aural needs. 5:30-9:30 pm. Drake Park. Free.
Editor’s Note: This week’s issue
With so much natural wonder and countless outdoor opportunities, it can be easy to forget that Central Oregon is also a location for heartbreak. Warm Springs Reservation is a stark reminder of that contrast; stunningly beautiful, but with nearly half of its population living in poverty and unemployment rates up to seven times those of the rest…
Cancer…WTF? (a fundraiser you should go to)
Silver Moon Brewing is hosting a fundraiser this evening to benefit Bend Relay for Life/American Cancer Society. With live music from Parlour (folksy, bluegrassy band) and a silent auction, the event is free to the public with donations kindly accepted (meaning, if you’re going to buy a $5 pint of beer, don’t be so self-center to not give $5 to fight…
What in the World: World Cup Woes, Closet Cooties, an End to ENDA, Mideast Violence and Laura’s Law
SPORTS BALL: World Cup host Brazil is suffering from some epic depression today. Hyperbole abounds I mean, you’d think country experience a major national tragedy. Still, the 7-1 blowout against Germany is the most massive trouncing of a host team ever. (CNN / The Epoch Times) CLOSET COOTIES: It’s happened to the best of us. You put…
American Idol Bus Hits Portland Tomorrow
Test out your vocal talents for an expert panel of American Idol judges in Portland on July 9. YES American Idol is still on the air and YES it Portland musicians are probably way too weird to make the cut for the show. Auditions for season 14 begin at 9 am in Director Park. Personally, I think…
Activist Emi Koyama on Addressing the Roots of Youth Exploitation
Last week, I wrote about the growing awareness of the sexual exploitation of youth in Central Oregon It’s a controversial topic that many people would rather not talk about. I wanted to get some additional perspective from Portland-based anti-violence activist Emi Koyama, who writes and speaks about the addressing the roots causes of exploitation and violence.…
Local Body Painter Natalie Fletcher to Appear on Reality TV
Local artist and body painter Natalie Fletcher was chosen to participate in body painting reality show “Skin Wars” which will premiere August 6th at 9 pm on GSN. Read the description of the show below and watch the trailer! We can’t wait to see what happens to our favorite local body painter…stay tuned to the Source for coverage as…
What in the World: Girls with Guns, Diversity Training for The Man, and the Return of Harry Potter?
GIRL POWER: Women in Iraq are learning self-defense—the armed and dangerous kind—as the men go off to battle ISIS. Girls as young as 14 are learning to fire AK-47s to protect their younger siblings in case of an attack. (CNN) POLITICS: We already know that brain chemistry can influence a person’s political leanings, but so can the…
The Week-nighter 7/7-7/10
Looking for some weeknight activities around town? The Source has you covered! From horse racing to trivia nights, take full advantage of the after-work hours this week. Monday July 7: The Breaker 8 pm. Dojo 852 NW Brooks St. Free. The Breaker is the alter-ego of guitarist Aaron Pugh out of Bend, OR. He is self described…
Tuesday Tracks: alt-J ∆, Left Hand Free
English electro-rockers alt-J’s sophomore album This is All Yours is set for release on September 22. The band has released this teaser track entitled “Left Hand Free,” a borderline bluesy, acid layered ’60s-sounding rocker. Enjoy!
What in the World: Google Glass, Motivation, Weed, and Earthquakes
SPIES: Add one more to the myriad ways in which Google Glass is a creepers dream. Cyber forensics experts at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell say that Glass wearers can steal your passwords by mapping the shadows left by your fingers as you enter them on your smart phone or tablet—from up to about 10 feet…
What the World: Uncommon Sense, Radio and Rights for Women
UNCOMMON SENSE: Everyone seems to know that leaving children (and dogs) in the car on a hot day is a major no-no. And yet, 44 children died in hot cars last year. (CNN) RADIO: Blame the slightly misleading headline or the massive crossover fan base between the NY Times and public radio. But the most viewed…
Newspaper on the Radio 7/2
Editor Phil Busse talks about the 7/2/14 issue of The Source Weekly, featuring the Best Of Central Oregon ballot! Listen to our weekly rundown live at 9:15 am every Wednesday at 92.9 FM. Related Stories
Jared Eats Bite of Bend: A Source Staffer and his Food
Saturday June 28 was a day of celebration for Source staffer and writer, Jared Rasic. He walked the streets of downtown with a group of friends and fellow employees as “the smell of sweet, hot meat molested us at every turn” (read Jared’s full article on Bite of Bend here). While the print issue is filled…
Cats, Wildlife and Disease
OK, Good People; it’s time. No, it’s way past time to have a serious discussion about cats, disease and wildlife. Yes, I know, we’ve been down this muddy old road before, but it isn’t just the losses of our native birds, mammals and reptiles by outdoor and feral cats that needs to be discussed and…
Out of Town 7/2-7/10
eugene wednesday 9 Slightly Stoopid with Stephen Marley Frequently performing reggae and laid back hip-hop, Slightly Stoopid is known for its commitment to live performances and an extensive tour schedule. The unique sound of the Ocean Beach, Calif., based group, infused with dashes of brightly flavored ska and robust psychedelic rock, is said to sound…
Sipping for Summer
Cori Hamilton, owner of Velvet Qualifications: “I’ve been in the restaurant industry for 21 years, bartending for 18. My last few jobs were the old Astro Lounge & the Grove in Bend. I also spent a lot of time in fine dining/bartending in Vail, Colo.” Summer drink philosophy: “The main focus of opening Velvet was…
The Charge of the Bite Brigade
What is wonderful about Bite of Bend, which came and went like a circus train this past weekend, is that it is a preview to an entire summer worth of eating. This is not some strange festival that pops up, teases you with an idea that life could be all about Ferris wheels and whirly-jigs,…
Strung Out
In an undisclosed area (as this is a cherished and secret spot of the crew I am following) a figure tactfully and gradually crosses a highline 40 feet above hikers and bikers who remain entirely unaware of the network of ropes and equipment tied around the trees and boulders above their heads. I’m with Ari…
Spitting Image of California
As important to producing cranked up, soulful indie rock, San Francisco’s Be Calm Honcho places their focus on the aesthetic pleasures of music—album art, fashion and sunshine. And for good reason. Vocalist Shannon Harney, the fresh-faced and sassy lead singer, has figured out that people eat with their eyes first, even when it comes to…
Letters 6/24-7/1
IN REPLY TO “WHATCHA DOING CANDIDATE? JODIE BARRAM SAYS SHE’S BUILDING CONNECTIONS TO BRING JOBS” (6/26) I cannot recall the last time someone ran for office on a platform calling for low-paying jobs. They all say they want “living wage” jobs. Duh. Voters deserve specifics. What is Jodie Barram’s definition of a “living wage”? I…
‘Merican Beer-B-Q
Beer’s favorite holiday is upon us. Nothing says “America” like grilled meat and pyrotechnics, especially when accompanied by good ol’ American craft beer. Rather than buying 18-packs of cheap beer, find more pleasure with the purchase of 6-packs or singles of great local brew (just like Benjamin Franklin would do). The difference between cheap and…
Not Just for Burgers Anymore
Vegetarians are the black sheep of the summer barbecue. At a meal where the centerpiece is typically not one, but many varieties of meat, grill masters may be stumped by those who shun the holy trinity of burgers, hot dogs, and chicken. Aside from corn on the cob and salad, the standard barbecue sends a…
Meet the Artist
Keith Carter is a well-educated and experienced artist. He has attended Western Washington University studying fine art, been a member of the BFA program at Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland, and worked for the Ames Bros, a comical T-shirt company out of Seattle. I found Carter’s art at last year’s Stumptown Comic Festival…
I scream. You scream.
For a year, Jeff and Juli Labhart traveled the world—to the street stalls of Thailand, the beaches of Zanzibar, and the mountains of India —ostensibly looking for spices; like latter-day Marco Polos. Like the moral of a children’s book, though, they returned home to Bend to realize that many of the best ingredients for ice…
Source Suggests 7/2-7/10
The Source Suggests July 4 Independence Day Music In between the Pet Parade, Freedom Ride and the evening fire works display, check out these bands playing all over town for your patriotic pleasure. Sound Fourth, 3 pm. Bend High School, 230 NE 6th St. Moon Mountain Ramblers, 5:30 pm. Deschutes Brewery, 1044 NW Bond St.…
Light on Its Feet
“My picnics are more European-style,” explains Whitney Keatman, co-owner of the popular Sparrow Bakery, “a baguette, cheese, jam, maybe salami.” But what about dessert? We asked Keatman for a pie recipe, but she wisely provided us with something better—gluten-free, fruit-forward and, as she explained, “easier than struggling with pie dough.” She adds that summertime baking…
Fighting with Demons
Several years ago, when newspapers were just announcing a “suicide epidemic” among soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, Jennifer Percy—who grew up in Central Oregon, and whose brother Benjamin Percy is also an acclaimed author (Red Moon)—began to wonder how one survives in the aftermath of such deep personal trauma, forever haunted by it. Thus…
When Corporations Took Over
Three years ago, in mid-September, dozens of protestors, upset about economic inequalities, stalked out a park near Wall Street in Manhattan. Over the next three weeks, similar “occupy” protests sprung up from coast to coast, entrenching the concept of “the 1%” in the mentality of Americans—or, less colloquially, that a minute portion of Americans holds…
Furr Trapper
There’s something very (David) Lynchian about the demeanor of Blitzen Trapper, Portland’s rollicking alt-country golden boys. Dark glasses, uncut hair, and songs with a proclivity for trance-like interludes shattered with high-octane guitar fits. That, or the other end of the spectrum, stripped-down folk constructions about murderers and heavy drinkers. In addition, the group played its…
2014 Best of Central Oregon
[Image-1] Vote here for the 2014 Best Of Central Oregon! Help us select the region’s “Best Of.” Fill it on now in our print edition, or submit your choices online. Here are the rules: 1) Return your (paper) ballot by 3 pm. on Tuesday, July 15 (if snail-mail, postmarked by July 14). 2) Enter only…
Picks 7/2-7/10
thursday 3 Steely Dan STONER MUSIC—Throughout the early and mid ’70s, Steely Dan found the perfect easy-going vibe for a paradoxical era, a confusing yet oddly laidback time. Forty years later, the band still smoothly blends urban funkiness with crunchy guitar chords, smooth jazz piano and languid cymbals with no-nonsense, street talking, storytelling lyrics. (And,…
Film Events 7/2-7/10
Pantani In conjunction with Le Tour de France and the Cascade Cycling Classic, Sisters Movie House and the Sisters Athletic Club are screening this documentary about cycling legend Marco Pantani. Pantani won the Tour de France and the Giro d’Italia and only six years later was dead in a cheap Italian hotel room. This intense…
Underage and Underground
As tourists flock to Central Oregon for summer adventure, a more sinister migration is happening under the radar. While Portland has received national attention as an alleged hotbed for child sex trafficking, local advocates and law enforcement say that Bend has a growing problem with the sexual exploitation of minors. Last month, the Federal Bureau…
Sisters’ own “Portlandia”
Brother and sister Nathan and Emily Woodsworth give a whole new meaning to the German word “wunderkind.” Nathan, 22, attended the American Broadcasting Institute, studied improv with The Groundlings in Los Angeles—an improvisational comedy troupe that produced the infamous Peewee Herman character and had a handful of members go on to be cast on Saturday…
A Picnic Basket Full of Recipes
Summer is a such a paradox: Oh sure, on one side, it is time to slim down from winter layers, and sport our favorite jean cut-off shorty-shorts, not to mention trim down for our Speedos and bikinis. But on the other hand, counterweighing that looking-good, feeling-good urge is the opportunity to pig out! Barbecue! Ice…
Crazy Train
A train hurtles over the dead Earth, speeding across deep-frozen plains and carving a path around oceans of ice. The desiccated skeletons of cities blur by, as do old automobiles and abandoned ships; every once in a great while, the train shoots by a pile of huddled corpses, half-buried in the snow. The vague lumps…
New Kid on the Block Party
T.J. McNabb’s introduction to BBQ was a long slow process, one that was similar to the drawn-out cooking technique itself. “I’ve taken the more relaxed approach to learning it,” said McNabb, owner of the newly opened Broken Top BBQ food truck that has made its home outside Mountain Supply on Colorado Avenue. “I started it…
