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Swatting Away the ‘Creepshow’
Deanna Brodsky, who is a licensed massage therapist living and working in Bend, has something to say: No, creeps; she doesn’t offer happy endings. Brodsky has worked as an LMT for a combined 10 years in upstate New York, Colorado and now in Bend. As the owner of her practice, Brodsky registered Sweet Dee Massage,…
Free Will Astrology Week of Oct. 9
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Libra architect Christopher Alexander developed a sixth sense about why some spaces feel comfortable while others are alienating. What was the source of his genius? He avoided abstract principles and studied how people actually used spaces. His best architecture soulfully coordinated the relationships between indoor and outdoor areas, private and public…
From Surviving to Thriving
Back in June, I wrote a short article about foraging for morels in Central Oregon, detailing how you can follow the snow line and find these tasty wild treats in areas burned by last year’s wildfires. Morels are a sign of renewal and a gift from the Earth to show her love to her human…
Luxury Hotel & Thermal Spa Planned near downtown Bend
A new, upscale hotel is being planned on NW Arizona Avenue between Wall and Bond Streets. In addition to overnight rooms, CASCADA Bend will also have a thermal spa and wellness destination with multiple hot and cold thermal circuits, silent spaces for reflection and social spaces for connection. “The goal is to create a restorative…
A Female Brass Band is Changing Stereotypes
The name “Brass Queens” represents a female brass band with attitude. The Brooklyn-based group debuted in March of 2019, chipping out a reputation in a generally male-dominated landscape, one pop-up performance at a time. Now, the band is touring nationwide, including a stop at Silver Moon Brewing in Bend on Oct. 19. “A lot of…
Cam McCaul Shreds — On and Off the Trails
Freeride mountain biking is a type of off-road cycling involving high-risk tricks and big jumps, pushing all boundaries. According to Stoked Ride Shop, “It is often seen as the most extreme form of downhill mountain biking as its focus is on performing stunts, rather than racing down the hill.” Cam McCaul, a retired professional freeride…
Rockin’ Confidence and Fun!
Teachers at a new music school are excited to guide budding rock stars. The School of Rock Bend offers music lessons followed by the opportunity to jam with other students in a rock band, even performing in public on local stages. The school, opening Oct. 9, is in the same plaza as Blockbuster on NE…
Letters to the Editor, Week of Oct. 9
Random Act of Kindness My husband Tom and I went to Pizza Mondo for dinner this past Saturday. Tom was wearing his army military cap. A fellow Bendite, Michael and his wife, were just finishing their pizza. They thanked my husband Tom for his military service, graciously offered us their table and generously paid for our…
My Wife Doesn’t Seem Interested
Dear Dr. Jane, I don’t think I can handle this anymore. I adore my wife.. I want to touch her all the time. Unfortunately, it seems like our relationship isn’t a priority to her. She doesn’t seem interested in me. I’m not going to cheat on my wife. I made a solemn vow on our…
The Jokes About a Portland Deployment Were Funny. The Cost of War on American Cities Isn’t.
Throughout the week, comedians both national and local have been having a lot of fun with the notion of sending National Guard troops into Portland to protect the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building from the few dozen demonstrators who have gathered there. Jokes about a need for troops to address shortages of oat milk, or…
Redmond Library Gets Nod for ‘Superior Sustainability’
The new Redmond Library, opened in January, cuts an imposing figure: Two stories of glass, wood and steel comprise a 40,000-square-foot facility that generates all its own energy, conserves water and has a lower carbon footprint compared to other buildings of its size. And for all that, the new downtown facility on SW Deschutes Avenue…
City of Bend Creates New Position for Wildfire Preparedness
Melissa Steele has seen firsthand the devastation a wildfire can cause. She not only lost her home in the 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California, but worked for Cal Fire at the time, trying to save other people’s lives and property. That fire was one of the deadliest and most destructive in California history. Now…
Plunge Into Wellness
Cold plunges and thermal lounges aren’t just a trend, they are a lifestyle. And what better place to bring this invigorating practice year-round than Bend? This October, Flux Thermal Lounge will begin its soft opening in Bend’s Westside Century Center, giving locals the chance to enjoy both cold plunges and thermal soaks whenever they choose.…
One Chapter Closing Leads to a New Beginning
Sarah Rankin visits the East Bend Library with her 1- and 3-year-old daughters on a regular basis, two or three times a month. “I love picking out movies for us to watch…or recipe books for myself or crafting books,” she told the Source. Her oldest daughter’s first birthday was celebrated at the eastside library. “We…
Considering the Cost of Homeowner’s Insurance in Central Oregon
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or you haven’t purchased a home in the last few years, making such an important decision regarding homeownership requires careful consideration of the “carrying costs” so that we may reap the benefits of home ownership over the long term. Beyond the purchase price, there are monthly mortgage payments, and perhaps…
The Best Fest in the Northwest
To try and describe the exact vibe of the Bend Film Festival is nearly impossible because no two have ever been the same…and I should know because I’ve seen at least one movie at every fest since the first one in 2003. That year, I sat in a frigid Midtown Ballroom and watched a midnight…
