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New ERA Fest
New ERA Festival to benefit the Endowment for Regenerative Artists.A single-day fundraising event to support the newly founded Endowment for Regenerative Artists (ERA), a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the legacy of creativity and environmental regeneration for the people of Central Oregon and abroad. The event includes a silent auction + live raffle, interactive & educational Growers & Makers Market and live music at Commonwealth Pub, Prost, Goodlife Brewing, and t
Stranger Drawings: Lines of Connection
“…when I start drawing an ordinary thing, I realize how extraordinary it is, sheer miracle.”Frederick FranckWe often go through life looking at but not really seeing each other. With pen, paper and curiosity, we’ll explore the miracle of seeing. This playful, interactive Playshop brings folks together in a lively, creative way. No drawing, art or writing skills required! Materials supplied. Facilitator: Krayna Castelbaum – Creativity Instigator. For questions, people can
The Harvest Within: An Abundance Sound Journey
Treat yourself to an extraordinary escape into tranquility with a harmonic journey of sound with Lynette and Kris.Sacred Sound JourneyAutumn’s invitation is to shift our perspective: instead of focusing on the shedding and the perceived lack, we are asked to look back at the harvest and acknowledge the fullness and richness that the previous seasons have yielded and to trust in the unseen reserves that are preparing us for the next cycle.This 75-minute sound immersion opens you to the vibr
The Patch with a View
The Patch with a View runs September 26 – November 1 during our normal business hours:Monday–Saturday: 9 AM–5 PMSunday: 10 AM–3 PMBring the whole family out to The Patch with a view and enjoy our incredible view of the Cascades while you hunt for your perfect pumpkin! Enjoy your favorite fall activities with a hay maze and goats to visit! We’ll have carving pumpkins and a nice selection of specialty pumpkins too. Also find our in house made fall planters, mums, ornamental cabbage and kale
Cascades Futurity and Aged Event
Where horse meets cow… and instinct takes over.The Cascades Futurity and Aged Event rides into Redmond September 1st through 13th at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon.Experience one of the West’s premier cutting horse competitions as elite Open, Non-Pro, Amateur, and Youth riders compete for over $680,000 in payouts and prizes. Cutting is one of the most exciting western equine sports, where horse and rider work together to separate a single cow from the herd
Shire on the Mountain
<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub & Quattlebaum Presents:</p><p>Shire on the Mountain ~ A Bluegrass Lord of the Rings Costume Party feat Quattlebaum</p><p>Friday, October 16th 2026</p><p>Doors @ 7PM – Show Starts @ 8PM</p><p>Presale – $22 Door – $30</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/shire-on-the-mountain/">Shire on the Mountain</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Movies in the Mountains
Experience a classic movie night at the mountain this October. Enjoy a cozy evening with a film under the stars, surrounded by the beautiful Central Oregon landscape.Audio will be broadcast via FM transmission. Tune in from your car radio or bring a portable FM radio if you plan to sit outside your vehicle. Lawn chairs, blankets, and warm layers are encouraged. Concessions will be available for purchase on-site.The post Movies in the Mountains appeared first on Visit Bend.
Kids Art Night Out
Friday Night Kids Art Night with Ms Alyssa!A Creative Night Out for Kids Ages 5–12Give your kids a night of creativity, fun, and making while you enjoy a little time to yourself! Friday Night Kids Art Night is a special evening designed for children ages 5–12 to explore their creativity through a fun, hands-on art project. What to ExpectEach Kids Art Night features a new art project designed to be engaging, age-appropriate, and fun. Our young artists will be guided step-by-step while still havin
Neighbors & Makers Pop-up Market
Your neighbors make cool stuff. Come say hi. Nature is Dope, a new sustainable apparel brand born here in Bend, has launched a new way to meet the makers next door (with a cold one) – a new pop-up market celebrating Bend’s vast creative community, one brewery at a time. The goal? Simply bring different creatives and local businesses together with the community in a laid-back, intimate setting full of good vibes.With their inaugural event in late August at On Tap, they’re back again o
Escape the Museum: The Curse of the Curate’s Collection
The Deschutes Historical Museum is pleased to announce the return of Escape the Museum: The Curse of the Curate’s Collection. This unique escape room experience is based on a real local history mystery; this fan favorite fundraiser runs throughout October on Fridays and Saturdays October 2-October 31.As a team you will explore a story-themed room, uncover clues and solve a series of puzzles leading to the solution and your escape. The catch? You only have 60 minutes to solve the mystery, s
2026 Bend Venture Conference
The Bend Venture Conference (BVC), hosted by EDCO, is the largest and longest standing angel investment conference in the Pacific Northwest.Each fall, hundreds of entrepreneurs and investors from around the country descend on Bend for a two-day celebration of entrepreneurship. Now in its 23rd year, BVC is the longest standing and largest angel investment conference in the Pacific Northwest and has served as a catalyst for startup investment in Central Oregon.Since its inception, the BVC LLC Fund
Lets Paint Aspens
<p>Join Sarah from Lets Paint and paint one of her all-time favorite original paintings.</p><p>Perfect for all levels.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/lets-paint-aspens/">Lets Paint Aspens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
The Patch with a View
The Patch with a View runs September 26 – November 1 during our normal business hours:Monday–Saturday: 9 AM–5 PMSunday: 10 AM–3 PMBring the whole family out to The Patch with a view and enjoy our incredible view of the Cascades while you hunt for your perfect pumpkin! Enjoy your favorite fall activities with a hay maze and goats to visit! We’ll have carving pumpkins and a nice selection of specialty pumpkins too. Also find our in house made fall planters, mums, ornamental cabbage and kale
Cascades Futurity and Aged Event
Where horse meets cow… and instinct takes over.The Cascades Futurity and Aged Event rides into Redmond September 1st through 13th at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon.Experience one of the West’s premier cutting horse competitions as elite Open, Non-Pro, Amateur, and Youth riders compete for over $680,000 in payouts and prizes. Cutting is one of the most exciting western equine sports, where horse and rider work together to separate a single cow from the herd
3 children, 1 teacher killed in shooting at Bend, Oregon, elementary school; teen suspect dead
Three children and a teacher were killed, and two others critically wounded, in a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. The suspect was shot and killed by a bystander.
What we know about the Bend, Oregon, elementary school shooting
Three children — ages 5, 8 and 11 — and a teacher were killed at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend. A good Samaritan killed the teen suspect, police...
4 killed in Oregon elementary school shooting. Latest updates
Police were working to piece together what led up to a deadly shooting at an Oregon elementary school that left three ...
Oregon Bend school shooting: All about the bystander with a concealed weapon who stopped the 16-year-old shooter
A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, and could’ve taken more lives had a good Samaritan not ...
Teen shooter kills 3 children, 1 teacher at elementary school in Bend, Oregon: Police
The shooting was reported at Silver Rail Elementary School.
Updates on Bend elementary school shooting as Oregon mourns
Three children, ages 5, 8 and 11, and a teacher were killed in an Oct. 15 shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend.