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First, Drive-in Movies. Now, Drive-in Concerts

Thump Coffee show includes performances from Redwood Son, Jeshua Marshall and Matt Puccio Jr.
Avatar photo by Isaac Biehl

We’ve covered all year long how the pandemic has forced artists and venues to get creative with programming—and this week might be a good time to check out one of those special shows. On Friday, Going Left presents a Drive-In Fest at Thump Coffee (on York), featuring three acts: Redwood Son, Jeshua Marshall and Matt […]

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Call for Virtual Event Submissions!

Submit your virtual events for inclusion in our long-anticipated return to print
Avatar photo Cayla Clark

It’s official! As of May 15, Phase 1 reopening will be underway in Deschutes County – with social distancing guidelines and other restrictions still in place. While this does mean we can once again dine-in at our favorite restaurants and finally get those long-anticipated haircuts, Phase 1 still prohibits gatherings of 25 or more people. […]

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Picks of the Week: Dec 6-13

I Heart Puerto Rico Fundraiser, The California Honeydrops, A P.C Christmas a Craft Holiday Bazaar and more
The Source Staff

Thursday 12/7 The California Honeydrops – SOLD OUT SOUL—This show is a hop, skip and jump away from an all-out block party—that’s just the way The California Honeydrops roll. This Bay Area band offers an array of dance music with influences ranging from R&B, funk, Delta blues to soul. Crowd participation in encouraged and there […]

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Picks of the Week May 18-24

Pole Pedal Paddle, Central Oregon Beer Week, HUMP! Film Fest and more
The Source Staff

Thursday 18 Brave Collective’s Annual Tiny Art Auction ART AUCTION — The only thing better than art is art that’s so small it’s the size of a Post-it note. If you want some gorgeous art but have no room on your walls, then this is absolutely the way to go. Benefits Mercy Corp’s humanitarian efforts […]

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Fight Club (The Musical)

Capoeira puts the mix in martial arts
Howard Leff

A game, a dance, a fight, a song, a way of life. Just some of the many ways to describe “capoeira,” a centuries-old African-Brazilian musical martial art form. Unlike other similar pursuits, this has the feel of a festive South American street party—even though we’re inside a North Bend karate studio. That’s where you’ll find […]

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Picks May 4-10

Paddlefest, Cinco de Mayo, Son Volt and more
The Source Staff

Tour des Chutes Registration Kickoff Thursday 4 PARTY — For 13 years, Tour des Chutes has been one of Central Oregon’s most beloved charity races. The bike section is for cyclists of any experience level as participants can ride anywhere between 7-100 miles. The kickoff party provides snack, drinks and raffles with all registrants getting […]

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Feminine Growl

Anna Rose doesn’t conform to traditional stereotypes of the female—or male—rock star
Anne Pick

In honor of the Women’s Issue, The Source staffers were polled on their favorite female musicians and singers of all time. Here’s a shout out to the lady leaders who’ve filled our album collections and been pioneers for women in music. When you lay eyes on Anna Rose, you may not instantly think, “I bet […]

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Picks 4/20-26

Earth Day Events, Pints & Politics, the Mustache Bash, music and more
The Source Staff

Stories from the Soil Thursday 20 SUSTAINABILITY — Junipers and sagebrush dot the high desert landscape — and that means growing actual food here is tough. Munch on locally grown fare as you learn about the challenges Central Oregon farmers face and the latest innovative techniques they employ to provide us with bountiful harvests. // […]

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Back with Passion

Chicks with Picks returns for its sixth year to benefit the Bethlehem Inn
Anne Pick

After a one-year hiatus, Chicks with Picks returns to the Volcanic Theatre. Stacie Johnson, lead singer of Broken Down Guitars, has organized the event, now in its sixth year, to feature and highlight female-fronted bands. “This year it’s all about passion, it truly is,” Johnson says. “Coming back from the break of not having it […]

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GUNG HO FOR SHOWS

T.I, Paul Simon and the Initial Sisters Folk Festival Lineup
Avatar photo Magdalena Bokowa

T.I — On the Hustle Gang Tour May 23 RAP— It’s a feat to release an album when you’re incarcerated but, hey, that ain’t no thang for T.I, a man known for not only his rap skills and crazy-fun dancehall like collaborations, but also his acting chops. Having won two Grammys and been in American […]

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