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Photographing The Deco Decades โ–ถ [With Video]

Deco Dream Suite explores and captures the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and Y2K

From ’70s to ’80s to ’90s to Y2K, Deco Dream Suite does it all. The photography studio shows the versatility and power of set curation and an artistic approach, allowing people to immerse themselves in an era during a photo shoot. Owner Anya โ€” who goes just by her first name โ€” has over 10 […]

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The Neighborhoods of Bend โ–ถ [With Video]

If you’re new here, you’ll want to read the pages that follow this one

Itโ€™s no secret that Bend is a great place to be โ€“ as evidenced by the tens of thousands of newcomers who have made the city their home in the past several decades. But while Bend is known for its mountains and lakes, and beer and bikes, not every corner of the city is alike. […]

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LISTEN: Supporting Survivors with Cassi McQueen of Saving Grace ๐ŸŽง

Executive director talks about April’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Saving Grace programs and upcoming events

A native Texan, Cassi McQueen grew up working with at-risk youth in some of the most impoverished areas of North Texas. Inspired by the resiliency she witnessed in underserved communities, McQueen developed a deep passion for public service and a commitment to social change.  McQueenโ€™s career has included leadership positions at non-profit organizations across the country […]

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LISTEN: Sexology with Dr. Jane Guyn ๐ŸŽง

A chat about intimacy, helping couples get closer and Dr. Jane’s column in the Source

Dr. Jane Guyn is a world-renowned sex and relationship coach who received a PhD in Human Sexuality. She works with couples and individuals locally and all over the world. Although her work focuses on issues related to intimacy and sex, she also works with people who have fears and/or abuse issues related to sex, as […]

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11 Years of The Workhouse โ–ถ [With Video]

Studio space, art shop and community, The Workhouse invites the community to its anniversary party

This weekend, The Workhouse celebrates its 11th year of cultivating a welcoming, sustainable, creative, collaborative space for makers and buyers. Everyone is invited to the party this Saturday. With local art, sales, live music, pop-ups, creative cocktails and more, attendees will be able to show their love and enjoy the night. The open studios will […]

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LISTEN: Past, Present and Future of the High Desert Museum with Dana Whitelaw, PhD ๐ŸŽง

A chat with the executive director of the largest museum east of the Cascades

Dana Whitelaw, Ph.D., joined the staff of the High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon in 2008 and has served as its executive director since 2014. Raised in Oregon, she earned her doctorate from University of Colorado Boulder in biological anthropology, conducting research that took her to Madagascar, South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia and China. During that […]

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LISTEN: A Love for Film with Jared Rasic ๐ŸŽง

Our film reviewer just penned his 1000th article for the Source. We chat about that long history, love for film and more

Jared Rasic has lived in Bend since 1999, when he moved here for college. Since then heโ€™s worked at Westside Video, Boomtown, Hollywood Video, Cascades Theatrical Company, Tin Pan Theater and, on and off since 2010, The Source. Now he divides his time between The Source and helping program films for Tin Pan Theater and […]

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Farm Animals Living in Harmony โ–ถ [With Video]

Harmony Farm Sanctuary provides lifelong refuge to farm animals who need it most

Harmony Farm Sanctuary started with one potbellied pig named Pig Floyd. Now, 10 years later, 145 animal residents receive lifelong refuge at a lovely little farm between Sisters and Bend, with a breathtaking view of the Cascades Mountain range. Robine Bots, Harmony Farm Sanctuary Founder, got the idea to open the farm sanctuary after her […]

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Off-Leash Agility at Bend’s Newest Park โ–ถ [With Video]

New off-leash dog park and agility course at Alpenglow was inspired by public input

Whether you have a chill, laid-back pug or a springy, high-energy Labrador retriever, the Alpenglow Park dog area has a safe space for your pup to have some time off leash. The park opened in June 2022 and so far, pets approve. When designing the 37-acre Alpenglow Park in southeast Bend, Bend Park and Recreation […]

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