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Happy Hour Guide Summer 2018
LIfe’s too short to drink boring drinks. So drink this, not that. For a lot of people, happy hour couldn’t come around soon enough. But whether that happy hour starts at noon, when the work day is done or any other time, life is too precious to spend it drinking less-than-stellar drinks. For the summer…
Nutrition Tip of the Week: Labels
Read your labels, especially pay attention to grams of Sugar. Take the number of grams of sugar and divide it by four and this is how many teaspoons of sugar you are consuming. Some examples that would stick you are: yogurt, some have up to 30 grams per serving, bottled tea drinks can have up…
Nutrition Tip of the Week: Antioxidants
Animal fat intake increased 60% between 1961 and 2008! Did you know that those who don’t eat meat cut their risk of dementia in half? Animal fat plays a part in heart disease as well, there is a connection between clogged arteries and dementia and Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s is plaque in the vessels in the brain.…
10 Tips to Prevent Your Dog from Getting Lost During Summer
Has your dog ever gone AWOL: Absent Without a Leash? It can be terrifying! One minute everything is fine, then the next you realize your dog is missing. Whether your pooch bolts out the front door because he’s scared of fireworks or runs away while you’re camping, losing your pet is scary. Let’s review ways…
Nutrition Tip of the Week: Heart Disease
Heart Disease, the leading cause of death in the US- High Blood pressure, High Cholesterol, Angina, Heart Attack, Stroke, Artherosclerosis( clogged arteries). Statin drug sales are running over $150 billion globally, these drugs have many alarming side effects. Did you know you can prevent and even cure heart disease with diet? Plant based diets show amazing…
Nutrition Tip of the Week: Water
Most of us are functioning with our bodies severely dehydrated! Think of a grape shriveling up to a raisin, this is what our brain and internal organs do when dehydrated. Our bodies are made up of 75% water. Dehydration can cause problems with blood pressure, pain, digestion and a myriad of other health ailments. We…
Scenes from the Sisters Rodeo
Local photographer Miles Shapiro attended the Sisters Rodeo this month, and shared these stellar shots. Follow Shapiro on Instagram: @general_disconnect
Scenes from the Bite of Bend
Check out some scenes from the Bite of Bend this past weekend, as photographed by Source intern, Chloe Green.
Family Separation Policy: Oregon Leaders React to Changes
The White House has walked back on its policy that saw thousands of children separated from their parents at the U.S. border—a policy enacted by the same presidential administration this April. With that policy, Homeland Security Secretary Nielsen and Attorney General Jeff Sessions have said children would be separated from their parents when they cross…
Uber Eats Launches in Bend
Uber Eats is now in Bend. You can get food delivered to your door from dozens of local restaurants using the Uber Eats App. A few of the standouts include Barrio, Boxwood Kitchen, Hola!, We’re the Wurst and Wild Oregon Foods. Deliveries are available in downtown Bend, Orchard District, Old Farm District, River West, Larkspur,…
Rainbow Family Gathering on Santiam Pass
In 1997, the Rainbow Family held its annual event in the Ochoco National Forest, and an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 people attended. According to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, the event resulted in substantial impacts to the forest, forest roads, state highways and the nearby communities, in addition to the increased pressure on law enforcement,…
No Charges for Shooter in Jack in the Box Shooting
On May 14, officials say 39-year-old Robert Garris shot 39-year-old Christopher Nolan four times outside the Jack in the Box in northeast Bend. Nolan is currently at St. Charles Medical Center and is expected to survive the shooting, according to the Deschutes County District Attorney. DA John Hummel’s office said Garris—a Medford resident who was…
Roats Announces City Council Bid
Bend’s Mayor, Casey Roats, announced on June 19 his bid for re-election to the Bend City Council. Roats did not announce his intention to run for mayor again. “It’s been an honor serving as mayor,” Roats said in his press release. “With the new elected mayor position, the obligations and responsibilities for the mayor will…
The Early Days of Bend Tours
Walking tours explore history and architecture Learn about some of the natural and human history of the region, or alternately, about the architecture of the city and how various architectural styles once reflected the growing community. The Deschutes Historical Museum’s weekly Heritage Walking Tours allow participants to stroll through some of the oldest neighborhoods in…
Free Will Astrology—Week of June 14
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Whether you love what you love or live in divided ceaseless revolt against it, what you love is your fate.” Gemini poet Frank Bidart wrote that in his poem “Guilty of Dust,” and now I offer it to you. Why? Because it’s an excellent time to be honest with yourself as…
Letters to the Editor
Keep Bend Precious There is a specialness to Bend that is rare. And this specialness should be preserved and protected by keeping Bend small. We are considerate of one another to a fault. We stop for pedestrians and cyclists wherever they may be. We say hello to one another. We are courteous to one another.…
Road Rage?
Imagine you’ve been vilified from coast to coast—news outlets showing your mugshot like you’re the second coming of William H. Bonney. You’ve been accused, tried and found guilty in the court of public opinion. That’s what happened to Jay Barbeau, 49, of Redmond when he allegedly attacked two Bend women, Megan Stackhouse and Lucinda Mann,…
Involve the public in all discussions about dredging Mirror Pond
Wherever you land on the issue of dredging Mirror Pond, some things are certain: Many people have strong opinions about dredging the pond—and those opinions vary widely. When there are varying opinions about a matter that has the potential to affect public budgets, the public should have every opportunity to gather information. Until 2016, there…
Shooting, Dumping and Cleaning Up
Brent Jenkins likens the national forest to a play area. “It’s our playground. I love being out in the forest and I love seeing it clean. I know people, myself included, never go out in the forest without bringing back some trash.” Jenkins works for the Deschutes National Forest, and often has his eye on…
Next-Level Sportsing
It’s no secret that there are a ton of events happening in Bend and beyond in any given week. So how do event organizers set their events apart in a sea of awesome outdoor excursions, live music, food festivals and wellness classes? They pile on a little more Central Oregon flair, that’s what. Ready to…
Paint And Suffering and When The Going Gets Tufted
I’m doing some work on my landlady’s house. She just CANNOT figure out what color to paint it. Now, when a man paints his house, he goes to Home Depot, grabs a few cans of paint, and starts right in. Simple. Git ‘er done. Not so with a woman. She’ll agonize endlessly over a bunch of paint chips.…
Sunk by a Rattlesnake Bite
Shortly after a classic rattlesnake warning talk, Kirsten Mohill Heron watched her son, Jake, scramble up a talus embankment on the Lower Deschutes River. The two were on a 20-person raft trip below Shearers Falls at Harris Campground, 12 miles from the Columbia River confluence. Once atop, Kristen saw Jake startle, turn around and rewind…
Color class at Bend Art & Bend Burlesque
Marie Thibeault – Unleashing Color Los Angeles-based artist, Marie Thibeault, will be holding a three-day workshop on color. Seems simple enough, but color is one of those vital and essential aspects of art that can either go terribly wrong or be so right that it changes how the inside of your mouth feels when looking…
Terror in the Blood
Horror movies are a lot like Frankenstein’s monster. They’re ugly and scary, but mostly misunderstood; shambling through the village inspiring terror when all they want is to be held. It’s a genre that’s never earned the respect it deserves because it’s seen as disposable, a forgettable diversion to have in the background while we Netflix…
Book Talk
Heather Hansen’s new book delves into the reality of fighting on the front lines of wildfires—which are growing in frequency—especially in the West with each passing year. Hansen documents the year she spent with Station 8 in Boulder, Colo., the men whose daily realities are impacted by these fires, and gives insight into the larger…
Here’s What’s Hot
Isn’t this exciting?? Another month brings another episode of May the Source Be With You and our look at the most interesting things coming out of pop culture related to streaming, podcasts and DVD and Blu releases. There’s always too much to talk about, but if you’ve discovered something you’d like to share, feel free…
Child Care Crunch
Summer break is here—and whether it’s due to a sudden change of plans or procrastination, you might be finding yourself faced with finding last-minute care for your school-age kids. As you search the internet and begin to make calls, you realize the situation is dire. Enrollment dates are long over. Many summer programs are filled…
Teen Crashes Truck on China Hat
About 3 pm on June 8, an unlicensed 16-year-old lost control of a 2001 Ford F350, according to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. The 1-ton truck left the roadway and crashed head-on into a juniper tree, according to DCSO. Two of the passengers—one boy and one girl—sustained life-threatening injuries and were flown by air ambulance…
A Classic Comic Murder Mystery
Scott Schultz discovered early on that he enjoys directing much more than performing on stage. “I’m definitely a better director than I am an actor,” he quips. “It was 2014 that I took my first stab at directing up at the college (COCC), and I haven’t stopped since.” Rupert Holmes’ “Accomplice,” on stage now through…
More Tracking for Medical Grows
July 3 is the third anniversary of the enactment of Measure 91, our adult use cannabis program, aka, why you can legally buy recreational weed in Oregon. But since 1998, we’ve had the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program. I’ve been a caregiver for numerous patients for the past 10 years. Recommending and obtaining cannabis for medical…
Comfortable in Identity
It wouldn’t be summer in Bend without Pickin’ & Paddlin’—and it wouldn’t be Pickin’ & Paddlin’ without all-star pickers playing traditional bluegrass. Now in its 11th year, the series began with a couple kayakers creating music on the back deck of Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe after a long day on the river. The event…
A Local with Super Powers
“My clients tell me I have super powers,” jokes Silvina Galmozzi, when we meet for our interview. Galmozzi—who most people call “Silvi” because they have trouble pronouncing her name—can read people without knowing them. The body language expert, who has a warming smile and a presence far bigger than her 5-foot frame, honed her powers…
The Right Thing
At 21 years old, Michalis (pronounced Mik-all-is) Patterson has lived more life than some people who are well into their retirement years. The Bend native graduated at age 16, foregoing a scholarship to nursing school to pursue his love of playing music around the globe. Patterson performed at the Sisters Folk Fest at age 16.…
Competing with New Home Construction when Selling your Home
Existing homes often include attractions such as larger lots and privacy, more character, mature trees and landscaping, proximity to downtown and restaurants and entertainment, an established neighborhood—often with long term residents—and a greater sense of community. This is true of Bend as well, as shown in the preference of many to try to find housing…
Source on the Scene: Bartender’s Brawl
Source staffers take part in the prelims of the Bartender’s Brawl, prior to this weekend’s finals at the Bite of Bend. Check out the action in this video from our partners over at Central Oregon Daily!
Citizen with Potential
When Luke Mason left the French Market last year, I was disappointed. He’s a wildly creative chef, dedicated to farm-to-table cuisine, who can turn a plate of simple carrots or mushrooms into a flavor adventure. When I heard he was the executive chef at a new restaurant, Citizen Bar & Kitchen, I couldn’t wait to…
Bites at the Bite
The Source staff’s can’t-miss happenings at the Bite of Bend this week FRIDAY, JUNE 15 6pm — Bartender’s Brawl – Watch local bartenders vie for the title of Best Bartender #inBend. Source Editor Nicole Vulcan and food writer Lisa Sipe will be at the judge’s table, dutifully sippin’ on all the clutch cocktails. It’s a hard…
Cork & Barrel: The Fundraiser Wine Lovers Shouldn’t Miss
Each year Cork & Barrel raises money for KIDS Center with a truly special event celebrating food and a select region of wine. This year will showcase 17 wineries from Sonoma County, the region devastated by the extreme fire season last year in California. There are several avenues to take part. You can attend an…
5 Delicious Ideas for Father’s Day
Connecting with dad around a meal is the perfect Father’s Day activity. Here are some of the organizations, restaurants and schools offering something special. Cook for Father’s Day – Adult Class Fri., June 15, 5:30pm to 9:30pm, $95 Kindred Creative Kitchen thekindredcreativekitchen.com Cooking with Beer – Adult Class Sat., June 16, 5:30pm to 9:30pm, $85…
Humming Right Along
It’s hard not to like Humm Kombucha. Going to their recently-remodeled taproom on NE 2nd Street in Bend, visitors are greeted with a very airy, wide-open space offering 23 taps, including both their kombucha and special-guest beers and ciders, including the Humm Zinger radler made in collaboration with Deschutes Brewery. The renovation includes a walk-in…
