Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. Matisyahu July 16 REGGAE – Matisyahu, who blends reggae with rap and rock, holds a special place in the heart of Bendites. The artist spent two years living in Bend in the late ’90s and with his commercial success has become a living local legend. Last […]
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Safer by Design: Thinking Green
A proposed City budget includes increases in bike lanes, greenways and pedestrian corridors—and yes, money for those potholes
“Sign for your lane! Get a free beer!” Those were the shouts from enthusiastic Bend Bike volunteers last week, petitioning community members and sharing active transport ideas in an effort to raise awareness of the new proposed Bend city budget. If approved, the 2017-19 biennium budget would see increased funding for bike lanes, greenways and […]
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Little Bites: Tough Cookie Podcast Celebrates Badass Women in Food
Have you ever been in a restaurant and overheard a really interesting conversation? The new Tough Cookie podcast feels like just that. Darlene Veenhuizen of Pickle Jar Studios interviews women in all areas of the food industry, from product makers to chefs, and all the lady bosses in between, about what it’s like to be […]
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Bend Brewsters
The scene stands out for its female D leaders
It is no longer a great novelty to see women in professional brewing—especially in Oregon, where the sheer size of the scene dictates that at least a few must be involved, statistically speaking. Among Bend’s breweries, though, women still stand out, thanks to the roles they’ve taken as brewmasters focused on research and development. “I […]
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Women Activists of C.O
Stories from the seasoned and emerging female activists in Central Oregon
Beverly Clarno Oregon’s first female Republican Speaker of the House and (retired) 20-year politician ” But I do believe the men who believe women should be in the kitchen baking cookies are now in the minority.” “I went into politics essentially after seeing the needless and ridiculous restrictions and limitations I saw government put on […]
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Tough Contender
Pole Pedal Paddle race tips from longtime competitor Lauri Powers
Smiling uncontrollably at Riverbend Park, the paddle leg put-in for the U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle, Lauri Powers lays out her hand-crafted clay chalices. Only the top three finishers in each class of the multi-sport race earn a chalice, but unlike some winners, Powers says: “My mugs aren’t displayed, they are my daily drinkers.” Powers, […]
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Picks May 4-10
Paddlefest, Cinco de Mayo, Son Volt and more
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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Start Looking at ‘Tomorrow’
It’s only a day away
At the beginning of “Tomorrow,” a new environmental documentary by French filmmakers Mélanie Laurent and Cyril Dion, the message seems incredibly alarmist. The filmmakers bring in a pair of scientists who say that we have 20 years to start turning things around when it comes to climate change or else the world will face another […]
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Shoot ‘Em Up
Fire fight aims low
After “Pulp Fiction” came out in 1994, action films were basically reinvented for years to come. As soon as Quentin Tarantino unleashed his masterpiece, filmmakers attempted to capture that same lightning in a bottle by making movies combining sudden violence with characters spouting pop-culture heavy dialogue over hyper-stylized imagery. Films including “Things to do in […]
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Topical Treat
Don’t expect to get high, but topicals can be beneficial medicinals in a pinch
I produced an event last week called “Toke Talks,” and while I used the magic that is social media (#pleasecometomyeventorIwilldie), I also recognize that not every single person with an interest in cannabis is on Facebook or Instagram. While I’m no Luddite, some people actually get their information through analog channels—and few things are as […]
